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LEAVES FROM THE RECTOR’S DIARY10 August A group of folk from Publow went, this evening, to Christ Church, Nailsea to look at the lighting system recently installed there. It is obvious that we shall have to do something before long to renew our own lighting system. Because of Health and Safety regulations and insurance claims, it is no longer possible, without proper safeguards, for old Fred to shin up a ladder and change light bulbs. For “Fred” read the willing band of people in most churches who are more than willing to give a bit of unpaid service.15 August Up (why “up”?) to Manchester for a few days to do a bit of child minding as Paula recuperates after a successful operation, and Matthew her husband has to be in the Sudan. The local Methodist church at the end of the road has inexplicably closed its doors for ever. It is a fine extensive brick building in the Gothic style, erected in 1912. It is in one of the most affluent suburbs of Greater Manchester, and is now being pulled down to make way for blocks of flats. I find it very sad. Admittedly we have far too many church buildings, costly to maintain, and quite beyond the means of loyal and often small congregations. Common sense asks whether, in this case, at least 12 places of Christian worship are really necessary within a 1 mile radius. And if the different denominations did get together and pool their resources for more effective mission, which make sense, there still remains the question of the subsequent redundant buildings.20 August Publow and Compton Dando churches are really becoming popular wedding venues. A lovely wedding today, was followed by 3 couples coming for interview and to book their weddings for next year. With the easing of residential qualifications, couples have a greater freedom to marry in the church of their choice provided they can meet the so-called qualifying requirements.26 August Carol and I took a trip to see Geoff and Jane Calway. I really wanted to tell him that as his successor in this Benefice how much his Ministry here has been appreciated and how I have so valued being able to build on the very solid foundations which they have both laid. Jesus quoted an ancient proverb: “One sows, and another reaps.” Rarely in Ministry do we see the real fruits of our labours until after we have left the scene; I think that Geoff and Jane needed to hear that.28 August The last of our 5 Sundays of United Benefice Services, and I record how encouraged I have been this year by the larger numbers attending and an increased willingness to cross over the threshold of another church on occasion. It is likely to be the normal practice in the future as the number of parishes are joined together and a priest has responsibility for more than one church. In Norfolk, one man has 14 churches to look after.10 September On duty as Chaplain at Wells Cathedral today. I was asked only three times whether the church was still used for services. “Yes, at least 3 each day”. And, “Where is the last soldier who fought in the 1st World War buried?” I hadn’t a clue, but I found out later that they were enquiring about Harry Patch whose book “The Last Fighting Tommy” has been loaned to me. I used to possess a letter written by a German soldier to my grandmother giving her the details of her son’s death in the trenches, and how in the hour of death they had known real comradeship. I used to read this at Remembrance Day Services which used to make people stop to think. Sadly the letter has been lost in one of our moves.13 September Dr Joe Betty gave an interesting talk to a large audience at Compton Dando this evening. I ventured to ask if anyone knew the whereabouts of the original font from St Mary’s - in somebody’s back garden? It is clearly shown in an early print of the church. Has it gone to the United States? Is it buried? Is it worth finding anyway?17 September Took the dogs to Compton Dando’s Dog Show, the first such gathering I have ever attended. Two of them won rosettes, one for the waggiest tail. Luckily I won the happiest Rector award by getting a crate of 12 bottles of wine as the 1st prize in the raffle. When I win, I am always asked if God is on my side. Not if he wants to keep his clergy sober.

Tues 11th October@ 10.00am

Pensford Memorial HallAll Welcome

Pensford ToddlersCOFFEE MORNING

Various StallsChildren’s clothes : Cakes : CookwareCards : RaffleRaising money for Macmillan

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Members were welcomed to the September meeting after the summer break. Linda was thanked for

her table arrangement. One birthday card was presented. Correspondence and Avon News were dealt with. Two members thoroughly enjoyed the Coffee Morning at Cameley Lodge organised by Temple Cloud WI. The programme for 2012 has been arranged and was circulated to members. Boards were sent round for names for contributions and help at the Craft Fair on 1st October and the Jumble Sale on 22nd October, which is a joint effort with the Pensford Girl Guides.The speaker was Cyril Routley whose illustrated talk was entitled ‘A Life on the Ocean Wave’. This was the story of the ‘SS Great Britain’ from its launch in the

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middle of the 1800’s to the present day. It included many stories of her voyages to Australia and the ship was once used to transport troops in the Indian Wars. There were many pictures showing how the cabins were arranged, many very small, with often up to six passengers in one cabin, mainly in second class and steerage. First class passengers were treated much better. It had an interest for our region as the joint owners at one time was the Gibbs family of Wraxall Court and when the ship was brought back to Bristol Lord Wraxall was with Prince Philip on the last part of the journey up the River Avon and under the Suspension Bridge. A very interesting talk. The meeting ended with a quiz of seaside anagrams.At the October meeting Bernard Tapp will be taking us on a trip to Timbuktu called ‘The City of Mysteries’.Visitors always welcome.

From the Parish Registers of St St Leonards, Chelwood

From the Parish Registers of All Saints’ PublowHoly Matrimony20th August Richard WESTBROOK & Jessica Amy CLOUTINGFuneral Service24th August Lewis BATTENBaptism1st Aug Harold WARD

We need the ‘twos and threes’ - Taking a wedding recently I stood before the couple to be married and was deeply touched by the level of emotion that they both demonstrated

as we sang the first hymn. They were clearly in love, and their journey to the altar had not been without its difficulties and trials. The declarations, vows and blessing were all undertaken ‘reverently, responsibly and after serious thought’. Their marriage was duly ‘solemnised’. In my address I remarked that in Jewish Scripture it is said that ‘It is forbidden to taste the pleasures of this world without a blessing.’ ‘You may kiss the bride’ I declared after the blessing – let the celebration begin.It would not have been difficult that day to guess what was in the heart of this bride and groom. They were in love, a love that was reflecting itself in loyalty, a pledge to take responsibility for each other, as well as a commitment to share their lives and destinies. They were no longer alone; love had redeemed their solitude.A couple of times recently I have sat with friends and colleagues and we have

shared what’s in our heart. They have been open times, reflecting joy, sorrow, strength as well as vulnerability, and times of blessing. I’ve been reminded me of Jesus’ definition of church – ‘Where two or three are gathered in my name, I am in the midst’. It really felt like that.Most who read this will ‘belong to the church’ in some form or another. But the institution, for all the good it does, does not always help us to share what is in our heart. We need the ‘twos and threes’ because they bless us. They help us to emerge as Christians, they lead us into the mystery of ourselves and enable us to be open to the God who loves us, because God is love and therefore helps us to love the self that we were meant to be.Writer, Richard Rohr reflects, ‘We are created with an inner drive and necessity that sends us looking for our true self, whether we know it or not’. Often in the redeemed solitude that marriage brings to people, the search for the true self is enhanced in the company of ‘the other’. But it is not only in such intimacy of relationship that blessing happens. It is in the ‘twos and threes’ who take time to contemplate, reflect and share their journey within the love of God, that brings us back to the person and purpose God created us to be.Peter Bath and Wells

Holy Matrimony2 July Adam MORRIS & Marianne Florence BEECROFTFrom the Parish Registers of St Mary’s Compton DandoHoly Matrimony3rd Sept Reichard DAWSON & Faye THOMASFuneral Service8th Sept Linda VAN SANTBaptism4th Sept Toby Joseph PRIEST

Enormous squashes, marrows and onions, prizewinning flowers and vegetables and show -stopping paintings , these all came together to make a really beautiful and colourful Chelwood Flower Show. The drawings and paintings weretruly memorable; the photographs , especially the black and white section, were as the judge said “stunning.” Flowers were a soft haze of lilac and pink highlighted with splashes of purple. Row upon row of delicious looking cakes and pots of jam, jelly and marmalade all added to the colour.The children’s entries included the most delightful miniature gardens, these along

with the collages, were very special. Well done to all the youngsters who took part.The Show and Auction raised £550 for Hall Funds and we thank everyone who helped towards this result.CUPS AWARDED : Vegetables - Peter Sherborne : Flowers - Betty Parsons Flower Arranging - Jackie Young Cookery - Annie SherborneCraft - Sue CasseldenPhotography - Wayil Rahmatalla;Children 7 and under - Amy Nichol8 - 11 Sam Burnside12 - 15 Harriet Jones.BEST IN SHOW Beetroots Mike Coles

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BURIED IN THE CHURCHYARDThere will tea in the Church rooms after

(any offers of sandwiches / cakes etc will be VERY welcome!)Contact - JANE FLOWER 01761490234

Chew Valley Wildlife Group

On Thursday 27th October 2011 by Amy King in Chew Magna Millennium Hall, 7.45pm. Visitors £2.50; Season ticket available.Cranes were plentiful in the UK before hunting and the draining of our wetlands wiped them out. Cranes look magnificent,

The Great Crane Project

have an astonishing trumpeting call and a courtship dance that has to be seen to be believed. Amy King is involved in restoring healthy populations of wild cranes throughout the UK; from hatching eggs and then teaching the crane chicks how to forage for food, swim, socialise and protect themselves from predators. Eventually they are released into the wild on the Somerset Levels as part of the Great Crane Project.

From Monday 19th September, 101 will be the non-emergency telephone number to contact Avon and Somerset Police and other Police Forces in the South West. 101 will replace the existing 0845 456 7000 non-emergency telephone number, although there will be a period when both numbers will beavailable. This is part of a national programme to make it easier for you to contact your local Police.101 will be used for non-emergencies such as : Reporting crime : Contacting local Officers : Requesting crime prevention advice : Making us aware of Policing issues in your local area : Making an appointment with a Police Officer : For any other non-emergency.

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Key Facts Calls to 101 from landlines and mobile telephones will cost 15p percall, irrespective of how long that call may last or what time of day you call.101 will not replace 999 which will continue to be used for emergencies.Once 101 is launched across the country, members of the community will be able to contact any Police Force by dialling 101.People who are deaf, hard of hearing or speech impaired will be able to textphone 18001 101.You can also contact us by email atwww.avonandsomerset.police.uk/contact or visit our Information Centre at:www.avonandsomerset.police.uk/information

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We have now finalised our events for the coming autumn and we would be delighted to see you at any that you are able to support. For more information about Arthritis Research UK, please visit www.arthritisresearchuk.org. If you do not have access to a computer, information leaflets are available at all of our events.Wed. 5th October, 10.00am –12noon. Coffee Morning at Winford Manor Hotel. A repeat of last year’s very successful event in wonderful surroundings. Coffee & biscuits £2.00. Christmas Cards, Bring & Buy, Cake/Preserves Stall, Raffle.Friday, 21st October, 9.00am – 4.00pm.

Book Sale at Chew Valley Fruit Farm. Come & buy books and puzzles for that extra Christmas Gift!Friday, 4th November, 7.00pm for 7.30pm start. Autumn Quiz Night at Cameley Lodge. Tickets - £16 for a team of four people and £7.50 per head for one of Cameley Lodge’s delicious hot suppers. Please contact Bridget Gracey as soon as possible at ([email protected]), or tel: 01275 472639 for more details and to reserve a table for your team.Do come and join us and have a brilliant evening! Friday, 26th November, 7.30pm. Concert by ‘Miscellany’ at Ubley Village Hall. Tickets £7.50 to include a glass of wine/juice & nibbles. Tickets on the door or telephone 01761 490894 or 01275 332686.

Teatime MadnessMonday 17th October

The Benefice After School Clubfor primary school children

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We had such an interesting and most helpful talk at our

meeting on8th September, when Harriet Dotteridge, who has worked with Crimestoppers for 20 years, came and talked to us.Most of us knew very little about Crimestoppers and didn’t realise it was a Charity and not part of the Police Force or a government body. It is in fact an independent charity helping to find criminals and so help to solve crimes. They can be contacted 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week and callers remain anonymous.Crimestoppers was started in New Mexico U.S.A in 1976 as the result of an armed robbery at a Petrol Station, when a young student was shot dead. It was believed the crime was committed by a local person, but people were unwilling to talk with the police. The officer in charge of the case set up a telephone ‘Hot Line’ to which anyone could ring anonymously

and speak to the detective. This led directly to the arrest and subsequent charging of the suspect, plus important about other local crimes. The concept developed and Crimestoppers was born. It was introduced to the U.K in 1988 by Lord Ashcroft.The useful information received by the Avon & Somerset constabulary alone has led to hundreds of arrests, many thousands of pounds of stolen goods have been recovered and the recovery of Street value drugs has amounted to very many thousands of pounds.In many cases the collective information given can be of great help in a current enquiry and new information can also be pass on to the police.By being a helpful citizen and speaking with Crimestoppers, telling them WHAT you know, not WHO you are is of great value to them.We, at M.U are so greatful to have all this information from Harriet’s talk. Thank you so much. Our next meeting will be 13th October at 2.15pm. Please come along and join us, you will find it very interesting. Mary Thomas

Chris Sperring MBE, the well-known broadcaster and naturalist, will be at Compton Dando hall on Tuesday 11th October to talk about ‘British Birds of Prey’. An experienced and entertaining speaker, Chris Sperring has been Conservation Officer for the Hawk and Owl Trust for over 20 years and is actively involved in many projects to protect and encourage wildlife.

The talk starts at 7.30pm and everyone is welcome.

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Saturday1st October

Chew Valley Gardening Club

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We meet onThursday, 13th October to hear what promises to be a topical and interesting talk by Elaine Barwick entitled ‘Fascinating Fungi’. For those of you who would like to know which fungi are edible (or not) I am sure Elaine Barwick will be able to tell you. Our meetings are held upstairs in the Old Schoolroom, Chew Magna at 8.00pm and as well as the talk there will be coffee and biscuits and a chance to bring any surplus produce, as we have a sales table, for those who have an abundance.Members please note th Competition this month is A Dish of Apples. Visitors are very welcome.

Chew Valley U3A has a monthly meeting on the third Monday of the month at Ubley Village Hall. There have been some recent changes to the organisation of this monthly meeting. The meeting now starts at 10.00am with refreshments and an opportunity to socialise and chat with friends or make new ones. Notices are given out at 10.30am and the Speaker begins his or her talk at 10.45am. At the meeting on Monday 17th October Pat Hase will give a talk entitled, “Holiday Diary of 1835. When Weston Was a Village”. The speaker at the meeting on Monday 21st November will be Hugh Norton who will speak about “The Fight for Everest 1924”.

The court floodlights come into their own at this time

of year so tennis at Pensford is not a summer only activity. This has also allowed the Club to enter the Winter Mixed League Matches which start in November. Also coaching on Tuesday nights is still going strong – juniors 6.00pm and adults 7.00pm. Our coach, Peter Evans, is now coaching at Pensford School. Peter can be contacted on 07980 004963. The time has arrived again to spruce up the area around the courts so on Sunday 9th October at 10:30am please come along with your brush and shovel, secateurs and gloves – this will be followed by a game of tennis and a BBQ – weather permitting of course! The “Hopping Mad Barn Dance” to raise funds for the Hall and the Tennis Club is being held on 29th October in the Memorial Hall at 8.00pm so please come along (See separate advert). Note for your diaries – Thursday 17th November our AGM. Also click onto our website www.pensfordtennisclub.co.uk for more details on what’s happening at the Club.

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Saturday 22nd October2.30pm

Stalls includeJumble : White Elephant

Cakes : BooksTombola & Raffle

Tea & BiscuitsAdmission 50p

PensfordMemorial Hall

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Saturday1st October Church Rooms, Pensford

10.00am – 11.30am

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All Saints’ Church, PublowSunday, 2nd October

9.30amfollowed by Harvest Lunch

Memorial Hall12.30pm

Tickets £7.50 adultsChildren under 14 free

HARVEST FESTIVAL

Tickets avai lable fromJudith Hillman 490324Janet Ogilvie 490020Linda Quinn 490080Janet Smith 490584

Gillian Wookey 490336

All Saints Market Report for September - Everyone had worked really hard to produce a marvellous assortment of goods for the September market, including plants, freshly picked vegetables and fruit, home made preserves, chutneys, quiches and cakes. There was a lovely range of cards and goodies on Vivien’s stall. A total of £221.90 was raised for church funds. Thank you to all who helped with the market and those who came to support it.Our next market will be on 1st October, including home baking, plants from Paul Rugman and preserves. We shall also be running a preserves and chutneys stall at the Craft Fair in the Memorial Hall.

August £15 - D. Ross : £10 - G. Dagger £3 - P. Telling : £2 - E. Jones.September £15 - K. Walke£10- Annie Sherborne : £3 - B. Parsons£2 - G. Dagger

Chelwood Lucky Draw

There have recently been thefts of high quality, expensive cycles from sheds and garages in the Bath and North East

Somerset area.It is important cycles are well secured, ideally in substantial buildings. Security products must be capable of resisting attack; the police recommend the use of ‘Sold Secure’ products a gold rated padlock and chain or D lock that will resist bolt cropping or cutting, attached to a ground or wall anchor. Consider fitting an alarm to the building, battery powered alarms are available for around £20. The police have had a report from one cyclist who believes he was

followed by a motorcycle. If anyone sees anything suspicious try to obtain a vehicle registration number and any description to help identify them and call the Police on 0845 456 7000 or the new number 101. Alternatively you could contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.Keep a record of the frame number along with a photograph of the cycle. Consider registering your bike withw w w . i m m o b i l i s e . c o m orw w w . B i k e R e g i s t e r . c o m and mark the bike with your postcode and house number in UV pen and/or any other marking method. Consider other methods such as tagging, DNA forensic solutions and tracking devices.

Chew Valley Choral Society starts its new season of weekly rehearsals at Chew Stoke Hall on Tues 6th September at 7.30pm. New members are always welcome, both experienced and novice. For more information call Helen Boyde on 01275 333014. The choir, under the direction of David Bednall, will be singing Mozart Solemn Vespers K339 (Confessore), Haydn Missa Sancti Nicolai, as well as some Christmas music which will be performed on 3rd December at St Andrew’s Church, Chew Magna – another date for your diary

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Charity For Africa Evening - We raised just over £1000 and we would like to thank everyone so very much who came and supported this evening, the fantastic bands that played for us and of course this appeal! I would also like to thank the many people who donated but were unable to attend and enjoy the great night we had!! Thanks from Guilly & Co

Chelwood Village Hall12.30p.m

Sunday 9th OctoberAdults £7 Children £3

under Fives free

Everyone is welcometo join us for Lunch

Proceeds to St Peter’s Hospice& Julian Trust

harvest lunch

This year’s Festival runs from 11th-21st October and all events take

place in the centre of Wells. This year, one of our headliners is Melvyn Bragg speaking at Wells Cathedral on “The Radical Impact of the King James Bible 1611-2100” at 7.30pm on Thursday 20th October.We also feature Shirley Williams talking about her autobiography at 8.00pm on 14th October in St Thomas Church and on 15th October Pam Ayres talking about hers at 6.00pm in the Town Hall, followed by Matt Frei at 8.00pm on America’s Role in the World Today, also in the Town Hall. On music, John Spurling, with a pianist, talks about the life and times of Liszt and on current affairs, Patrick French

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discusses his book on India and Colonel Stuart Tootal, his book on Afghanistan. There are two speakers on science subjects, five successful fiction-writers, one popular historian (Alison Weir) and two biographers of women – Mary Boleyn and Wallis Simpson. On Open Sunday 17th October (new this year) we will be holding free events in the morning for families and open mike poetry readings and a book group event in the afternoon, ending up in the Town Hall, with prize-giving for three competitions – poetry, crime fiction and short stories with a chance to vote for your favourite poem. And you can meet South West writers over lunch at Beah’s. Brochures with booking forms are available in Somerset libraries, or call in to Maddie Brown’s at 15, Market Place, Wells, BA5 2RF or look online on w w w . w e l l s l i t f e s t . o r g . u k

June 2012 will see national celebrations for 60 years of The Queen’s reign. Compton Dando Community

Association is proposing to arrange a celebration in the village (possibly a street party) and also a village wide project to create a more lasting tribute.What form of celebration would you like to attend in the village? What lasting village wide project would you consider appropriate? The Community Association is keen to get the views and

Compton Dando Community Association The Queen’s Diamond Jubileesupport of as many villagers as possible over the next few months.The AGM of the CDCA takes place in the Parish Hall at 7.30pm on Thursday 20th October. This is an opportunity to offer your views on the Jubilee, find out how money has been spent in the past year, offer suggestions on future expenditure etc. If you are unable to attend please could you put your ideas on a slip of paper and post it, by 16th October, through the door of Church View (next to the pub).

with The Brewery Bandfor St Mary’s Church, West Harptree

Saturday 12th November7.00pm – 11.00pm

The Wellsway Inn, West HarptreeTickets in advance only from

Maggie & David Brain (01761 221391),Adrian Phillips (01761 221341),

Roy & Elaine Avery (01761221450) and Bowden’s Stores, West HarptreeAdults £12.00 Children aged 10-16 £3.00

Barn Dance & Supper In Memory of Lewis Pat, Caroline, Nicola and family would like to express their sincere thanks to everyone who took the time to send the family cards or messages, also those who came to visit which helped to support them during a difficult time. The words “Thank you” seems so inadequate to say how much we feel, but are truly meant.We are lucky to be in such a caring community, which has been invaluable and comforting during this very difficult time.

October 2011Sat 1 Church Market Pensford Church Room 10.00 – 11.30am MacMillian Coffee Morning Compton Dando Parish Hall 10.30am Gift & Craft Fair Pensford Memorial Hall 10.00am - 4.00pmSun 2 Family Harvest Festival All Saints’ Church 9.30am followed by lunch in the Memorial Hall at 12.30pmTue 4 Deanery Synod Keynsham 7.30pmWed 5 Arthritis Research UK Coffee Morning Winford Manor Hotel 10.00amSun 9 Chelwood Harvest Festival Service 11.15am followed by Harvest Lunch in the Village HallTue 11 Toddler Group Coffee Morning Pensford Memorial Hall 10.00am Birds of Prey Compton Dando Parish Hall All Welcome 7.30pmThur 13 Mothers Union Pensford Church Room with Sheila Sims 2.15pm Chew Valley Gardening Club Old School Rooms 8.00pmMon 17 Tea Time Madness Pensford School 3.30 - 4.45pm

Chew Valley U3A Ubley Hall 10.30amTue 18 Compton Dando Parish Council Meeting 8.00pmSat 22 Guides & WI Jumble Sale Pensford Memorial Hall 2.30pmThur 27 Chew Valley Wildlife Group Millennium Hall 7.45pmSat 29 Hopping Mad Barn Dance Pensford Memorial Hall 8.00pmSun 30 Benefice Service All Saints Publow Patronal Festival 10.00am St Thomas a Becket Tower Opening 3.00pmN O V E M B E RSat 5 Church Market Church Room Pensford 10.00 – 11.30amSun 13 Remembrance Sunday Sung Eucharist at All Saints’ 9.30am Publow followed by Act of Remembrance at War Memorial

October 2010Sat 2 Pensford Church Market. Church Rooms. 10.00am - 11.30amSun 3 Compton Dando Harvest Service followed by Harvest LunchMon 4 Pensford History Group, Church Rooms. 7.30pmTue 5 CDCA Coffee Morning. Parish Hall. 10.30amSat 9 Pensford Gift & Craft Fair. Memorial Hall. 10.00am - 4.00pm Chelwood Harvest Supper. 7.00pmSun 10 Chelwood Harvest Service .11.15amMon 11 Publow with Pensford Parish Council Meeting. Church Rooms 7.15pm Pensford with Publow WI Memorial Hal.l 7.30pmTue 12 Compton Dando Social Group. Parish Hall. 7.30pmWed 13 Arthritis Research Coffee Morning. Winford Manor. 10.00amThur 14 Mothers Union. Pensford Church Rooms. 2.15pm Chew Valley Gardening Club. Old School Rooms. 8.00pmSat 16 Mersey Beat Legends & Joker. Pensford Memorial Hall. 8.30pmMon 18 U3A, Ubley Hall. 10.30am ��� � �� � � � � � ����� � � ��� � � ��� � � � � ��� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � Bell Ringing Lesson, Compton Dando Church. 7.30pmWed 20 Bell Ringing Lesson, Publow Church. 7.30pm Deanery Synod. Saltford Church Hall. 7.30pmThur 21 Compton Dando Community Association AGM.7.30pmSat 23 Pensford Guides & WI Jumble Sale. Memorial Hall. 2.30pmThur 28 Jewels of the Jungle. Chew Magna Millennium Hall. 7.45pmFri 29 Arthritis Research Book Sale. Chew Valley Fruit Farm. 9.00amSun 31 All Saints Tide Patronal Festival, Festival Eucharist All Saints Publow. 10.00am Memorial Service, when we remember all those who have died. St Mary’s. 6.00pm

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