THE MESSENGER - Vale of Pewsey Team

SALISBURY PLAIN and
CONSERVATION NEWS
It is going to be interesting to read the results of the
RSPB Big Garden Bird Watch to see if there have
been any noticeable changes in our garden
population. In my own garden, we had the usual Tit
families on the bird feeder and we were pleased to
see two Greenfinches back as well as a Wren, which
shows that the disease and the cold has not claimed
them all.
The Pewsey U3A Bird Group outing has been m
entioned in my Church News. Eleven well-wrapped
members braved the weather and joined other
groups on the RSPB sponsored Yellow Boat tour.
We did see some interesting birds like the Spoonbill,
Avocet, Redbreasted Merganser and a relatively
rare duck called the Scaup.
News from the Bustards: is that 22 birds with pink
tags were released in 2010 and some were joined by
5 older birds to form a small flock feeding in
surrounding fields. I was lucky during a recent visit to
see no less than 9 birds together in a small flock
which shows that the introduction programme is
going well. Four birds now have satellite transmitters
fitted so that the team has been able to track their
movements around the country. One was tracked to
the Langford Lakes, another down the Avon Valley
towards Ringwood and one remained in the
Stourhead area for some time. Breeding prospects
for 2011 appear good and it is hoped that they have
more success than last year.
PEWSEY COUNTRY MARKET
9.30am-11am every Tuesday
at the Bouverie Hall
with FREE Parking
Have you been to see us yet? Lots of local baking
and preserves, crafts and garden produce all grown
or baked by the local producers. So if you are
thinking about Easter why not come along and order
your simnel cake or other goodies to lighten the
load. Soon our gardeners will be taking centre stage
with home grown flowers, vegetables and plants and
they are always willing to advise. Looking for an
individually made Easter Gift, then look no further
than the craft stall - or perhaps a gift pack of
preserves of your choice and local honey.
Do come and see, us we are always pleased to see
new faces and to welcome anyone who might like to
become a producer or helper at our market (one of
500 throughout Britain). Our market manager Betty,
will be on hand if you would like to ask questions or
if you just want to rest a while, there is freshly made
tea and coffee available with homemade cookies.
Looking forward to seeing you. Phone our
secretary, Anne Swindale, for out of hours
information on (01672) 562121.
If you are new to Pewsey, then this is the place to meet the locals!
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PEWSEY MOVIOLA
Tuesday 15 th March
showing twice: 4.30pm and 7.30pm
The Kings Speech
"It takes leadership to confront a nation's fear. It takes friendship
to conquer your own."
After the death of his father King George V (Michael Gambon)
and the scandalous abdication of King Edward VIII (Guy
Pearce), Bertie (Colin Firth) who has suffered from a debilitating
speech impediment all his life, is suddenly crowned King George
VI of England. With his country on the brink of war and in
desperate need of a leader, his wife, Elizabeth (Helena Bonham
Carter), arranges for her husband to see an eccentric speech
therapist, Lionel Logue (Geoffrey Rush). After a rough start, the
two delve into an unorthodox course of treatment and eventually
form an unbreakable bond. With the support of Logue, his family,
his government and Winston Churchill (Timothy Spall), the King
will overcome his stammer and deliver a radio-address that
inspires his people and unites them in battle.
Based on the true story of King George VI, The King's Speech
follows the Royal Monarch's quest to find his voice.
Additional information from Martin Clifton (01672) 810436 or
you can view film details on the website:
www.moviola.org
SHOPPING BUS
The next shopping trip is to:
Basingstoke
on Thursday 14th April
(leaving Pewsey at 9am prompt)!
To book seats ring please Anne Thorne on (01672)
562238 or Pauline Dickens on (01672) 810318.
Seats go quickly so call soon to avoid disappointment!
PEWSEY AREA BOARD
The next meeting takes place on Monday 7th March,
6.30pm for 7pm start at the Bouverie Hall, Pewsey –
everyone is welcome to attend and participate in the
meeting. For more information please visit
www.wiltshire.gov.uk/pewseyareaboard or contact
Caroline Brailey, Pewsey Community Area Manager
by email at caroline.brailey@wiltshire.gov.uk or call
(01225) 718609.
PEWSEY WI
Our February meeting was loosely based on the TV
‘Any Questions; with 4 people on our panel
answering a wide variety of questions from the
audience. The questions ranged from who would
they like to go out for dinner with to the much more
serious side of what should be cut during this period
of austerity, libraries or traffic wardens. Our next
meeting is the AGM, on Tuesday 8th March at
7.15pm in the Bouverie Hall. When the official
business has been concluded, there will be a small
wine and cheese party with a quiz. Come along
ready to be entertained a little and smile a lot.
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