Geoff parcell's Blog (110)

Neospora

Neospora abortion is now the most commonly diagnosed cause of abortion in cattle and is a serious concern for UK farmers. It can be caused by cattle ingesting the protozoan parasite Neospora Caninum which may be carried by dogs and excreted in their faeces. With your help the risk of cattle being infected can be reduced by picking up and disposing of your dogs faeces. Responsibly.

A new leaflet entitled ‘Enjoy the countryside responsibly with your dog’ is available to view on the NFU… Continue

Added by geoff parcell on September 21, 2014 at 13:20 — No Comments

New weekend courses at the Balsam centre

http://www.blackmorevale.co.uk/New-weekend-courses-Balsam-Centre-Wincanton/story-22927509-detail/story.html

Added by geoff parcell on September 16, 2014 at 8:20 — No Comments

Firefighters tackle gas leak in Penselwood

http://www.westerngazette.co.uk/Firefighters-tackle-gas-leak-Penselwood/story-22803394-detail/story.html

Anyone got more information?

Added by geoff parcell on August 22, 2014 at 15:48 — 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

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

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

click for Wincanton Window

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

Funding awarded to restore King Alfred's Tower at Stourhead

See this BBC news item.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-wiltshire-26269705

Added by geoff parcell on April 24, 2014 at 12:36 — No Comments

Cranbourne AONB office move

See this letter for details.

Added by geoff parcell on March 23, 2014 at 5:23 — No Comments

Dredging on the Somerset Levels

For more info see http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/homeandleisure/floods/152033.aspx

Added by geoff parcell on March 7, 2014 at 20:36 — No Comments

Somerset Levels Relief Fund - Royal Bath and West Society

John Osman, Leader of Somerset County Council is supporting The Royal Bath and West Society who have set up a relief fund to assist Somerset residents whose homes and businesses have been flooded over the last two months. Cllr Osman asks if your council could please consider making a donation to the fund which will help start other flood preventative measures.

Please find attached:

- A leaflet from the Royal Bath and West Society with more information about the relief…

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Added by geoff parcell on February 21, 2014 at 6:30 — No Comments

New Year's Day Walk

Clear sky just now but the weather looks dreadful for tomorrow. The mince pies are being baked as I type so you are welcome for coffee and mince pies and the walking is optional! I'm happy to guide the (fool)hardy ones around on a brief one hour walk to wash away the cobwebs!

Happy Hogmanay

Added by geoff parcell on December 31, 2013 at 18:18 — No Comments

The remarkable real-life village of Pen Selwood

See here for an article of the follow up to Ferney - an interview with the author James Long
http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/books/james-long-363287.html

Added by geoff parcell on October 31, 2013 at 11:46 — No Comments

National Adoption Week - Time For a Story

Best-selling authors and famous local people are backing Somerset County Council’s campaign to recruit more adopters during National Adoption Week (4-10 November 2013).

Terry Pratchett and Sir Ranulph Fiennes are among those who have backed the ‘Time for a Story’ campaign by sharing their favourite memory of reading a children’s story with a loved one.

Sharing a great children’s book can create some of the most magical moments of both childhood and parenting. The ‘Time for… Continue

Added by geoff parcell on October 29, 2013 at 0:55 — No Comments

Footpaths over the County border

We've added a great resource, thanks to Bernard. http://explorer.geowessex.com takes you to maps of the area beyond Pen Selwood so you can find your way in Dorset and Wiltshire. It doesn't include all of the paths in Pen, but you can display it as a Street map. Cycle map or Ordnance survey map.

You'll find a link under Countryside > Footpaths down the bottom of the page when you need it next.

Added by geoff parcell on August 30, 2013 at 9:59 — No Comments

Pen Selwood Horse & Dog Show

The second Sunday in August is a special date for local riders and dog owners. The Pen Selwood Horse & Dog Show was a great success this year. We were blessed with a lovely day, not too warm or too cold.

The entries were up on last year, particularly for the dogs.

Two of our charities were present with stands, Horseworld from Bristol and Greyhound Rescue West…

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Added by geoff parcell on August 13, 2013 at 23:00 — No Comments

Redecorating the Village Hall - Volunteers needed

See details under Requests

Added by geoff parcell on July 29, 2013 at 22:44 — 1 Comment

Selwood Sports & Social Club - Charitable status?

We are holding a Special Meeting on 26th June to consider obtaining Charity Status for the club, and if agreed to authorise the necessary steps to achieve this. Come and give your views.

Details can be found on the Events page.

Added by geoff parcell on June 7, 2013 at 17:04 — No Comments

Temporary close of footpath WN 21/16 in the parish of Penselwood from 15th Feb

Date: Mon, 28 Jan 2013 09:26:25

From: SLloyd1@somerset.gov.uk

We are having to close the above mentioned footpath so that works can be carries out on the culvert and for the removal of a boardwalk as this causes a danger to the public. I have attached a copy of the notice which will appear on site…

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Added by geoff parcell on January 28, 2013 at 19:18 — No Comments