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Record Fete results

The treasurer's report for the fete says: The results are again marvellous.  Once again the White Elephant has achieved the record as an individual stall and was the major contributor to the record result.

Expenses are also higher by £367, in part because of the costs of the beer tent (£267) (though these include stock of £100 of plastic glasses which will be used in future years) and in part due to increased insurance costs (£50) and tent hire (£60).

But overall, our…

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Added by Bruce Bower on August 10, 2014 at 16:00 — No Comments

Lost earring at fete

Sometime on Saturday at the fete I lost a gold earring. Here is a photo of its partner. It could be anywhere as I went everywhere except the car park. 

It would be wonderful if was found. 

Jennifer Bower 840335

Added by Admin on August 6, 2014 at 12:00 — No Comments

Co-option for Parish Councillor

Anyone interested in serving the community in this way and want to become a candidate for co-option should complete the attached application form for candidacy. Completed application forms should be returned to the clerk by: 1st September 2014.

Information on eligibility the role of the parish council and its schedule of meetings may be obtained from the clerk and/or the chairman.…

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Added by Admin on August 4, 2014 at 16:23 — No Comments

Record takings at Fete and Show

Pen Selwood 2014 fete

The preliminary estimate of takings for today is a magnificent £6,147; it is really good to have raised such an amazing amount for the Church, the Hall and the Field, A really big thank you to all those who worked so hard to achieve this and to all those who came and spent the money.…

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Added by Bruce Bower on August 2, 2014 at 21:23 — 1 Comment

2014 Horse & Dog Show Schedule

Available here.

Added by Admin on August 1, 2014 at 9:00 — No Comments

Fixing stiles

Last week I volunteered to help Hester and Richard repair and replace a pair of stiles as part of their maintenance programme of the footpaths around Pen. I can recommend it to others as fun, sociable, fresh air and great views. You'll learn a new skill, have a good workout avoiding gym fees, and leave with a sense of achievement as you stand back and admire your handiwork.…

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Added by geoff parcell on July 23, 2014 at 18:00 — No Comments

2014 Flower & Produce show

The schedule and entry forms are available here.

Added by Admin on July 21, 2014 at 9:02 — No Comments

Mobile Library reorganised

Somerset County Council has reorganised the mobile library service reducing the routes from 5 to 4. 

From and including Tuesday 23rd September, the library will be in Queens Grove from 9:30 to 9:40 and then every four weeks after that.  They are included in Events.

The driver will change and let us hope that the new one will be as pleasant and helpful.

Added by Bruce Bower on July 18, 2014 at 17:24 — No Comments

An International Art Gallery is opening

Hauser & Wirth are opening their new Art Gallery and centre at Bruton to the public on 15th July. There will be a new restaurant called the Roth Bar & Grill to be run by At the Chapel.

Get more details at http://www.hauserwirthsomerset.com/about

Added by Admin on July 10, 2014 at 10:30 — No Comments

MISSING DOG - Found!

Alive and well

A Sheltie (small Highland sheepdog) called Glen has run off this morning [Wed 9 July] after an incident whilst being walked. Could householders and landowners please keep an eye out for him and if they make a sighting, call 07932 165159 or 01963 31473 (Five Star Celebrations) or contact Adrian & Elizabeth on 01747 841431. Thank you

Added by Stella Parcell on July 9, 2014 at 12:30 — No Comments

Dragonfly walk

We had an excellent walk looking for dragonflies and found 10 species (beautiful demoiselle, banded demoiselle, white legged damselfly, azure damselfly, common blue damselfly, blue tailed damselfly, emperor dragonfly, golden-ringed dragonfly, black-tailed skimmer and a common darter) - and we saw the last two sets of the Wimbledon finals.

Added by Bruce Bower on July 6, 2014 at 22:08 — No Comments

Pen Ridge wildflowers

On a run today along Pen Ridge I saw notices about a wildflower meadow being established. You can read more here and you will encounter them on walks 13 and 14 

Added by geoff parcell on June 26, 2014 at 11:30 — 1 Comment

Road closed at Wilton

I know a number of you use the back roads via Hindon to get to Salisbury. Currently the road is closed at Wilton during the day time and road works have overrun. The detour is huge - almost to Shaftesbury or back to the A303. You'll find latest updates here http://www.salisburyreds.co.uk/wilton/ Meanwhile I 'll be using the A36.

Added by geoff parcell on June 22, 2014 at 8:41 — No Comments

Bell ringing open evening

You are invited to the bell ringing open evening on Monday evening 30th June (see the events section).  This should be fun but don't expect anything like this!

Added by Bruce Bower on June 15, 2014 at 14:00 — No Comments

Good News for Bourton's Bees

GOOD NEWS FOR BOURTON'S BEES

Allowing native wild flowers to come into flower and set their seed along Bourton main road's long grassy bank, forming part of the Bourton Beeline Project is already showing some real benefits. …
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Added by Bernard Sullivan on June 11, 2014 at 10:30 — No Comments

Pen Ridge through the Ages

Have a read of Jonathan Cox's fascinating article on the history of Pen Ridge.

Added by Admin on June 6, 2014 at 17:51 — No Comments

Planning Policy

The Parish Council has posted a copy of our new Planning Policy Document for Pen Selwood on the website (go to the Parish Council tab and then Planning.) The document was first issued in October 2011 and sent to all the relevant agencies within the District and County Council.



That original document has now been amended to take into account the findings of the Village Community Plan and the South Somerset draft core strategy for the area. It is, we believe, consistent with the wishes… Continue

Added by geoff parcell on June 3, 2014 at 10:49 — No Comments

Wincanton's Latest News

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Added by geoff parcell on May 14, 2014 at 9:30 — No Comments

Selwood Sports & Social Club Coffee Morning

Put the 17th May in your diary now. Details under Events.

Added by Admin on May 8, 2014 at 16:32 — No Comments

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