Kington St Michael

All Angels WI

All Angels WI meets on Monday, 8pm in the village hall, when members can learn to make wax covers.

Autumn Club

Autumn Club meets on Monday, 2pm in the village hall, with a visit by Margaret Hiscox from Wiltshire Scrapstore.

Newsletter deadline

Items for the October/November edition of the village newsletter should be emailed to a.j.noblet@phonecoop.coop, by 10am on Wednesday.

Parish Council meeting

The parish council meets next on September 19, 7.30pm in the village hall; all welcome.

Salsa

Salsa is today, 8.30pm in the village hall. Pay as you go, £5 each; details from Linda on (01249) 750514.

Shop news

Congratulations to Gill Lasbury, who won the shop’s August's raffle for a voucher to spend at Langley Nurseries. September's raffle is for a beautiful, hand-made, sterling silver necklace, kindly donated by Wild Strawberry Designs; tickets are only £1 each from the shop.

Women Out Walking

August’s WOW walk was on a dry day, when six ladies set off across the fields to Kington Langley, taking the path down through the woodland to Jacksoms Lane. On the way back they had to cross a number of stiles and fight their way through fields containing crops, which made the going very difficult.

WI Walk

The next WI walk is on September 20, leaving The Ridings at 9am; details from Jenny Hayne.

Linda Durno

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www.kingtonstmichael.com

Probus Club

Guest speaker David Williams, a former prison governor, combined his own impressions of thirty years' service with a review of the Prison Service, in his interesting talk to the Probus Club of Royal Wootton Bassett..

Mr Williams contrasted the prison population of about 30,000 in 1967 with the current figure of 82,000. He highlighted major issues, such as the earlier number of high profile escapes, including that of George Blake, the Soviet spy.

The Mountbatten Report of 1968, commissioned by Parliament, proposed major reforms that set the template for the modern service, he said. Despite some subsequent changes, the basic structure of the four prison and prisoner categories remains, from ‘A’, high security, to ‘D’, open.

The talk was followed by questions from the appreciative audience. Mike Halliwell gave the vote of thanks.

Historical Society

The Abolition of the Slave Trade is the topic of Martin Colinson's illustrated talk at the Historical Society meeting tonight, Thursday 12 September, 7.30pm at the upstairs meeting room of the Conservative Club, High Street. Entrance (from 7pm) is at the side of the building. Everyone interested will be very welcome; non-members pay £3.

Charity event

A coffee morning, in aid of the Marie Curie charity, will welcome support this Saturday, 14th, at The Croft, behind St Bartholomew's Chrch. Attractions will include cakes, books, produce and a raffle. Marie Curie, a registered charitable organisation that provides care and support to people with terminal illnesses and their families, was established in 1948, and benefits from the support of the local fund-raising committee. Donations will be welcome, and if you need an item collected, please phone 851516. The event will be open from 10am until 1pm; please pop in!

Mothers' Union

The annual general meeting of the Mothers' Union local branch will begin with a Holy Communion and MU membership service at St Bartholomew's Church next Tuesday, 17th, at 7pm (note time). All are welcome to attend. Afterwards, a short business meeting and light refreshments will take place at The Croft. Suggestions for the group's 2020 programme of talks and events will be appreciated, as the committee prepares to complete plans for the year ahead.

Tea Dance

Music for Dancing will be available at the Memorial Hall next Tuesday afternoon, 17th, at the Memorial Hall, 1.45. - 4pm. Couples and individuals will all be very welcome, and light refreshments will be available. The subscription s £4 per person, per attendance. If interested, please go along to this friendly event.

Concert date

Vibrato Strings Ensemble, directed by Alison Lynn, will provide an entertaining start to the autumn concert season with their musical entertainment on September 21st, at the United Reformed Church in Wood Street, at 7pm. Please note the date and invite a friend for this enjoyable programme by talented local musicians.

New members welcomed

Royal Wootton Bassett was well represented at St Michael & All Angels Church, Lyneham, ast week, for a Deanery service of baptism, confirmation and reception into the Church of England. The Bishop of Ramsbury, the Rt Rev Dr Andrew Rumsey, officiated at the memorable, well-attended service. In a welcome to each newly baptised and confirmed person, a lighted candle was presented as a symbol of the light of Christ. After the service, refreshments were served in the church hall.

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Stella Taylor stellataylor.rwb@gmail.com (01793) 852361

Probus Club

Guest speaker David Williams, a former prison governor, combined his own impressions of thirty years' service with a review of the Prison Service, in his interesting talk to the Probus Club of Royal Wootton Bassett..

Mr Williams contrasted the prison population of about 30,000 in 1967 with the current figure of 82,000. He highlighted major issues, such as the earlier number of high profile escapes, including that of George Blake, the Soviet spy.

The Mountbatten Report of 1968, commissioned by Parliament, proposed major reforms that set the template for the modern service, he said. Despite some subsequent changes, the basic structure of the four prison and prisoner categories remains, from ‘A’, high security, to ‘D’, open.

The talk was followed by questions from the appreciative audience. Mike Halliwell gave the vote of thanks.

Historical Society

The Abolition of the Slave Trade is the topic of Martin Colinson's illustrated talk at the Historical Society meeting tonight, Thursday 12 September, 7.30pm at the upstairs meeting room of the Conservative Club, High Street. Entrance (from 7pm) is at the side of the building. Everyone interested will be very welcome; non-members pay £3.

Charity event

A coffee morning, in aid of the Marie Curie charity, will welcome support this Saturday, 14th, at The Croft, behind St Bartholomew's Chrch. Attractions will include cakes, books, produce and a raffle. Marie Curie, a registered charitable organisation that provides care and support to people with terminal illnesses and their families, was established in 1948, and benefits from the support of the local fund-raising committee. Donations will be welcome, and if you need an item collected, please phone 851516. The event will be open from 10am until 1pm; please pop in!

Mothers' Union

The annual general meeting of the Mothers' Union local branch will begin with a Holy Communion and MU membership service at St Bartholomew's Church next Tuesday, 17th, at 7pm (note time). All are welcome to attend. Afterwards, a short business meeting and light refreshments will take place at The Croft. Suggestions for the group's 2020 programme of talks and events will be appreciated, as the committee prepares to complete plans for the year ahead.

Tea Dance

Music for Dancing will be available at the Memorial Hall next Tuesday afternoon, 17th, at the Memorial Hall, 1.45. - 4pm. Couples and individuals will all be very welcome, and light refreshments will be available. The subscription s £4 per person, per attendance. If interested, please go along to this friendly event.

Concert date

Vibrato Strings Ensemble, directed by Alison Lynn, will provide an entertaining start to the autumn concert season with their musical entertainment on September 21st, at the United Reformed Church in Wood Street, at 7pm. Please note the date and invite a friend for this enjoyable programme by talented local musicians.

New members welcomed

Royal Wootton Bassett was well represented at St Michael & All Angels Church, Lyneham, ast week, for a Deanery service of baptism, confirmation and reception into the Church of England. The Bishop of Ramsbury, the Rt Rev Dr Andrew Rumsey, officiated at the memorable, well-attended service. In a welcome to each newly baptised and confirmed person, a lighted candle was presented as a symbol of the light of Christ. After the service, refreshments were served in the church hall.

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Stella Taylor stellataylor.rwb@gmail.com (01793) 852361

Stella Taylor stellataylor.rwb@gmail.com (01793) 852361

BRINKWORTH 12.9.19.

Village Show success

Many attractions at the Recreation Ground ensured an entertaining day for the many visitors to the popular annual event that included the 40th Brinkworth Produce & Handicraft Show and attractions for all ages.. A spokesman for the organisers thanked all supporters including stallholders, dog owners, growers and makers, tractor & car fans, contributors to show- ring events, refreshments and entertainments. "It was such a special 40th celebration day and we are so grateful to all the volunteers who worked so hard to make it all happen!" the spokesperson said.There was praise for the makers, growers and creators who provided 797 entries in the fantastic Produce and Handicraft Show.

PRIZES AND CUP WINNERS

The Walton Family Cup

Most points gained in sections A-C (Vegetables and Fruit)

Robin Lancefield

The Bill Dunn Trophy

Outstanding exhibit in sections A-C

Robin Cope

The Wanborough Herb Nursery Cup

Best exhibit in section 19

Rosemary Tuck

The Adams Family Trophy

Most points gained in section D (Floral Art)

Diana Wakeley

The Wakeley Cup

Best exhibit in section D

Diana Wakeley

The Slade Family Cup

Most points gained in section E (Flowers and Plants)

Sylvia Howse

The Logan Family Cup

Outstanding exhibit in section E

Brian Wheeler

The John Magill Memorial Shield

Best photograph in section F

Liz Lewin

The Bennett Trophy

Most points gained in section F

Steve Reay

The Howells Family Cup

Most points gained in section G (Domestic Classes)

Zoe Rawlings

The Malcolm Scott Memorial Shield

Best exhibit in class 73 (eggs)

Edward Rawlings

Brinkworth Show Cup

Best drawing or painting Section H Reception Class & younger

Isla Cook

The Miss M. A. Brown Cup

Best specimen handwriting under 8 years

Ava Potter

The Jean Lambe Memorial Cup

Best specimen handwriting 8-11 years

Amelia Hogue

The Brinkworth Brownie Cup

Most points gained in section H Children under 8 years

(Excl. handwriting)

Bessie Tuck

The Brinkworth Carnival Committee Shield

Most points gained in section I Children 8-11 (excl. handwriting)

Amy Hewitt and Georgina Pritchard

The Brinkworth W.I. Cup

Most points gained in section K (Handicrafts)

Anne-Marie Tuck

The Beavis Family Cup Junior

Best photograph up to 12 years old Section I

Martha Clarke

The Beavis Family Cup Senior

Best photograph up to 15 years old Section J

Jude Peters

The Three Crowns Cup

Best exhibit in Class 74-77

Caroline Hood

Brinkworth Master Chef’s Hat

Class 71 Cake “Men Only” : Edward Rawlings

Show sponsors, whose generous support was appreciated, included MBM Creative, Watson, Nigel Hull, Chris Interior Blinds, The Three Crowns, Meditec, Coral & Graham Barton, David Craddock and Little Paws.