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
kingtonstmichael@btinternet.com
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.
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