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LEAVES FROM THE RECTOR’S DIARY July 2 A day of continuous activity – Church Market at Publow to begin with, a wonderful wedding at Chelwood, and, at the same time, Compton Dando’s happy Village Fete. Chelwood community had spring cleaned and decorated the church for the rare occasion of a marriage there. I managed to be at all three, and was delighted to note that in this Benefice, quite unlike what I have experienced before, people knuckle down to fund to raising without too much fuss and moaning – or am I just not hearing it? Raising money can be quite exhausting and frustrating, but I do acknowledge the hard work involved. July 9 I was surprised to arrive at Wells Cathedral where I was duty chaplain for the day, just as the Leaving Service for Wells Cathedral School was due to begin. The place was well filled, and the pupils/students behaved in an exemplary way as we listened to anthems, readings, sermon and prayers. I thought back to some services I had conducted for schools when the attendance was obligatory and staff did all they could to prevent an imagined riot. Church going may be unfamiliar to many young people these days, but somehow the atmosphere of the building and the occasion brings with it its own discipline. I was surprised to see 18 year old young men and women openly crying as they left the Cathedral marking the end of their school career. Most touching. July 13 Missed Publow’s PCC this evening in order to attend the Institution and Induction of Jayne Chamberlain as Rector of Blagdon, Compton Martin and Ubley. Jayne has been Non Stipendiary Minister (NSM) there for the past 4 years, and now she is to be full time. Good service and a grand crowd to welcome her and her family to this changed role. July 14 Lunch at Revd Sue’s with the Keynsham clergy to spend a bit of time looking at our working together as a Group. The Bishop’s idea is that no clergy person will have to work in isolation but to be part of a Local Ministry Group (LMG). Wonderful idea, and helpful concept, and where such grouping works well the laity are fully involved as well. It is however almost impossible to get groups of churches to work together because each village has a loyalty to its own parish church. I have tried for years to get churches and chapels to unite. The very large number of chapels around here that have closed probably indicate that they would rather have died on their own than unite with another congregation. I may be wrong. July 16 I thought that God would be kind to us because we changed our Rectory BBQ to accommodate the Salmon and Strawberry event due to be held tomorrow. It poured with rain! God is like that sometimes, but a large number seemed to enjoy a mainly indoor BBQ. John, our guest, manfully braved the elements to cook outside and his son fell in the fish pond. Otherwise uneventful. July 23 I kept out of it for the most part, but the Benefice’s children’s Fun Day at Chelwood seemed to be a great success. We must have more of these. July 24 The Fun Day children participated in Chelwood’s Family Eucharist to everyone’s delight. Evensong at Publow for the LMG which brought a large number from Keynsham to join us. A good evening. July 29 Have discovered Longleat to be a good, but expensive day out for the grandchildren. We were treated to a Free Pass today, which we upgraded to a year’s pass, so that when more children descend on us we can take them to the lions. I looked long and hard at the lions remembering that it was their forbears who devoured my Christian ancestors. The unredeemed part of me then remembered one or two Christians in the past whom I could willingly … ( unworthy thought.) July 30 Wonderful treat this evening – Bach’s Mass in B Minor at Wells. July 31 Take a service out of church and you get a good crowd. Songs of praise on Millennium Green at Compton attracted over 50, some stopping as they were walking past. The Rectory is being re-named “Travel Lodge” as more of family descend or plan to come during the month. We love it really. Local History Group For our July walk, Pensford Local History Group visited Nailsea, meeting at the lovely village church that is tucked away from the main roads. There we were shown the old medieval village by Local Historian Trevor Bowen, with it’s beautifully restored tithe barn that is now a wonderful community facility. We walked through old village streets that are surrounded by the modern developments, past converted colliery buildings, chapels and poor houses all reflecting the industrial past of Nailsea. It was a very revealing walk and we would like to thank Trevor for his knowledge and enthusiasm. This was our last History Walk for the summer. We will re-meet on the first Monday in October. SUNDAY 18th SEPTEMBER 11.15am FOLLOWED BY LUNCH AND AUCTION OF PRODUCE IN THE THE VILLAGE HALL Tickets Adult £7.00 Child £3.00 Available from CLIVE 01761 490644 ST MARY’S CHURCH COMPTON DANDO HARVEST FESTIVAL �������������������� ���� ���� ���������������������������� ��������The Chew Valley Branch of Arthritis Research held a Coffee Morning at Liz Balmforth’s house, in Ham Lane, Bishop Sutton on July 20th. It was meant to be in her lovely garden, but the rain decided otherwise! Nevertheless it was very well attended and everyone enjoyed two very convivial hours catching up with friends and neighbours. The excellent sum of £292.55 was raised. This is the second year that Liz has hosted this event and the committee is very grateful for her kindness. It continues the tradition begun by Peter and Celia Handley.

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LEAVES FROM THE RECTOR’S DIARYJuly 2 A day of continuous activity – Church Market at Publow to begin with, a wonderful wedding at Chelwood, and, at the same time, Compton Dando’s happy Village Fete. Chelwood community had spring cleaned and decorated the church for the rare occasion of a marriage there. I managed to be at all three, and was delighted to note that in this Benefice, quite unlike what I have experienced before, people knuckle down to fund to raising without too much fuss and moaning – or am I just not hearing it? Raising money can be quite exhausting and frustrating, but I do acknowledge the hard work involved.July 9 I was surprised to arrive at Wells Cathedral where I was duty chaplain for the day, just as the Leaving Service for Wells Cathedral School was due to begin. The place was well filled, and the pupils/students behaved in an exemplary way as we listened to anthems, readings, sermon and prayers. I thought back to some services I had conducted for schools when the attendance was obligatory and staff did all they could to prevent an imagined riot. Church going may be unfamiliar to many young people these days, but somehow the atmosphere of the building and the occasion brings with it its own discipline. I was surprised to see 18 year old young men and women openly crying as they left the Cathedral marking the end of their school career. Most touching.July 13 Missed Publow’s PCC this evening in order to attend the Institution and Induction of Jayne Chamberlain as Rector of Blagdon, Compton Martin and Ubley. Jayne has been Non Stipendiary Minister (NSM) there for the past 4 years, and now she is to be full time. Good service and a grand crowd to welcome her and her family to this changed role.July 14 Lunch at Revd Sue’s with the Keynsham clergy to spend a bit of time looking at our working together as a Group. The Bishop’s idea is that no clergy person will have to work in isolation but to be part of a Local Ministry Group (LMG). Wonderful idea, and helpful concept, and where such grouping works well the laity are fully involved as well. It is however almost impossible to get groups of churches to work together because each village has a loyalty to its own parish church. I have tried for years to get churches and chapels to unite. The very large number of chapels around here that have closed probably indicate that they would rather have died on their own than unite with another congregation. I may be wrong.July 16 I thought that God would be kind to us because we changed our Rectory BBQ to accommodate the Salmon and Strawberry event due to be held tomorrow. It poured with rain! God is like that sometimes, but a large number seemed to enjoy a mainly indoor BBQ. John, our guest, manfully braved the elements to cook outside and his son fell in the fish pond. Otherwise uneventful.July 23 I kept out of it for the most part, but the Benefice’s children’s Fun Day at Chelwood seemed to be a great success. We must have more of these.July 24 The Fun Day children participated in Chelwood’s Family Eucharist to everyone’s delight. Evensong at Publow for the LMG which brought a large number from Keynsham to join us. A good evening.July 29 Have discovered Longleat to be a good, but expensive day out for the grandchildren. We were treated to a Free Pass today, which we upgraded to a year’s pass, so that when more children descend on us we can take them to the lions. I looked long and hard at the lions remembering that it was their forbears who devoured my Christian ancestors. The unredeemed part of me then remembered one or two Christians in the past whom I could willingly … ( unworthy thought.)July 30 Wonderful treat this evening – Bach’s Mass in B Minor at Wells.July 31 Take a service out of church and you get a good crowd. Songs of praise on Millennium Green at Compton attracted over 50, some stopping as they were walking past. The Rectory is being re-named “Travel Lodge” as more of family descend or plan to come during the month. We love it really.

L o c a l H i s t o r y G r o u p

For our July walk, Pensford Local History Group visited Nailsea, meeting at the lovely village church that is tucked away from the main roads. There we were shown the old medieval village by Local Historian Trevor Bowen, with it’s beautifully restored tithe barn that is now a wonderful community facility. We walked through old village streets that are surrounded by the modern developments, past converted colliery buildings, chapels and poor houses all reflecting the industrial past of Nailsea. It was a very revealing walk and we would like to thank Trevor for his knowledge and enthusiasm.This was our last History Walk for the summer. We will re-meet on the first Monday in October.

SUNDAY 18th SEPTEMBER11.15am

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The Chew Valley Branch of Arthritis Research held a Coffee Morning at Liz Balmforth’s house, in Ham Lane, Bishop Sutton on July 20th. It was meant to be in her lovely garden, but the rain decided otherwise! Nevertheless it was very well attended and everyone enjoyed two very convivial hours catching up with friends and neighbours. The excellent sum of £292.55 was raised. This is the second year that Liz has hosted this event and the committee is very grateful for her kindness. It continues the tradition begun by Peter and Celia Handley.

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From the Parish Registers of St Mary’s Church Compton Dando

From the Parish Registers of All Saints’ Church

Exclusive half price group rates for parishes at The Bishop’s PalaceExclusive to parishes in the Diocese of Bath & Wells, you can enjoy access to The Bishop’s Palace during September for just £2 per person - half the normal group rate.

A Huge Thank you to the Church Wardens of Publow Church and to every single person involved in all the preparation and hard work for the BBQ Lunch on 26th June. A lovely summers day, a lovely alfresco lunch and good company, what more could we ask for. All greatly appreciated by everyone there. Thank you all again. After many years of service to the

Pensford Memorial Hall, Janet Gore has decided to stand down from her role as Booking Clerk. Thank you Janet for your many years of support.The new booking clerk is Judie Smith who lives on Hillcrest, telephone number is 01761 490178.

Desperately Seeking Susan, or Bob or whoever you are to help with lighting for the Pantomime in Pensford, and any budding Actor/Actresses who want to tread the boards with the local poor and working class.New People Needed and Very Welcome. Please call Simon 07880554078 or Alan 01761 490440

Pensford Pantomime

Holy Matrimony19th June Louise Charlotte BALLY and Michael James ELMER9th July Joanne OGG and James PEARSON6th Aug Lucy Sarah McALPINE and Richard William LEWISFuneral17th June Maurice COLES27th July Mary Simmons WARRENInterment of Ashes1st Aug Harold WARD

The Salmon and Strawberry Lunch, held at the Grange, Belluton was once again a tremendous success despite the weather.Although unable to take advantage of the beautiful setting this year, a fantastic lunch was enjoyed by almost 70 people seated within the lovely home of Stephen and Meg Thomas.A huge thank you to Stephen and Meg and to all the volunteers who helped to make the occasion such an enjoyable one. The event raised over £650 for the Memorial Hall funds.

The MU Summer Tea Party was held on 11th August at Woollard Place, the home of Rev. Sue Stevens. It was a most enjoyable afternoon in spite of the undecided weather. Much chatter and many delicious goodies where enjoyed. So Kind of Sue, many thanks for the kind hospitality.Our next meeting at 2.15pm in the Church rooms is on Thursday 8th September. Do come along and join us.

Help sow the seed this Harvest - The presence of combine harvesters slowing my progress through the lanes of Somerset prompted me to remember the parable of the sower. As we

know, some seed was very effective; some less so, but all the seed did something because it was scattered around. What would have happened if the sower had decided not to scatter the seed and just keep it in the basket or storehouse? Not a lot, I suspect I can imagine some readers thinking ‘what a daft idea; who would have a resource and do nothing with it?’ And yet, in many of our churches we do precisely that with a key resource. We do not scatter it around – in an orderly or disorderly manner (or should that be manna?). Every three months the latest edition of Manna arrives at churches, Harvest’s issue is due at the start of September. From my visits across the Diocese it would seem that in some places, every

three months, the original stock at the back of church is exchanged for the next pile. On good days I imagine that they are there to impress me and to show me that the distribution system is working. They have arrived and here they are!It would be more impressive if they were not there. After all, I have read my copy and passed it on so I do not need further copies. It would be really good if you could do likewise – read, reflect and pass it on. If you want suggestions as to where, how about doctors and dentist waiting rooms; the library; a neighbour’s house; the pub; or hotel? There is every chance that somebody might pick it up and begin a journey to faith! It may be that some ground will be stony and the briefest of shoot will form before being stifled. Perhaps weeds and tares will cause other shoots to falter after a period of time but there will be some seed that grows and grows well. The only certainty is that if seeds are not sown they don’t grow and if Manna is not shared it’s not achieving one of its aims. So when the new Manna arrives, please help us to ‘sow the seed’ and ‘spread the Word.’ Peter Taunton

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. Notices are given out at 10.30 and the Speaker begins his or her talk at 10.45. The speaker at the meeting on Monday September 19th will be John Craig. His subject is “Going to Blazes”. At the meeting on Monday 17th October Pat Hase will give a talk entitled, “Holiday Diary of 1835. When

Weston was a Village” Members attending these meetings pay 50p towards the cost of hiring the hall and meeting the speaker’s fees. Non members are welcome to come along and find out more about us. Non members will be asked for £2.50. If they decide to join at that meeting this amount will be deducted from our joining fee.

Baptisms10th July Toby Christopher GARDINERHoly Matrimony30th July Philip Stuart MILTON and Heather Christina BROOKS

May - £15 K. Walker : £10 T. Sherborne £3 P & A Harrison : £2 P. HardingJune - £15 A. Sherborne : £10 K. Walker £3 M Cox : £2 P. HardingJuly - £15 S & J Harrison : £10 C & J Beecroft £3 T. Jones : £2 Miss A. Sherborne

CHELWOOD LUCKY DRAW

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MIDSUMMER TOWER TEA PARTY - ST THOMAS a BECKET CHURCH S u n d a y 1 9 t h J u n e

What a wonderful day! The sun shone and the Churchyard

looked so well cared for thanks to Andrew Soby and Cameron Ree (and Mum!),who put in many hours of extra tidying towards his Duke of Edinburgh Community Award. Annie Sherborne (who spent the winter searching out tea sets & teapots ) prepared the Church Room perfectly with posies from her garden. So many folk made cakes that Margaret Nash went into panic mode and asked some to take them home! Hearty apologies to you all! But please don’t stop baking…..especially next year! The day was a real team effort and many THANK YOU’S to everyone especially Edwina, for keeping everything organised and calm!, Teresa for being everywhere at once! and Ruth who washed up all afternoon. Thank you ,too, to Barbara Bowes for all the History lessons and producing such excellent leaflets for people to take home. The Morris Men added that Certain Something! With non stop music and ‘jigs’ on the little bridge, Meg was delighted which made it all worth while! Finally a huge thank you to new-comers to our village (Nelson

House) Chris & Ken who produced the most wonderful lunch feast for all the helpers and apologies also to Ken who was asked to ‘just take these few people up the Tower’ finding himself still going up and down 3 hours later! The added extra was provided by Paul Baxter who opened up the nave to show how his home is progressing, an amazing accomplishment (as seen on BBC 2 Home Restoration) We made £300 to send to the Churches Conservation Trust (who have spent over £100,000 on renovating the Tower and making it safe) We now need gravel and a safe pathway to the entrance before it can be formally opened and available for those seeking some quiet space hopefully available and open every day. TOWER FRIENDS - Would you like to become a T.O.F? This is not about fund raising but to be involved with overseeing the care and upkeep of the Tower and garden and promoting interest and use of this unique place and facility. I hope to arrange a meeting in the autumn after the official Opening of the Tower (date to be fixed) Please contact JANE FLOWER Bridge House TEL: 01761490234 / 07703699123

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Saturday1st October

We do not usually have a market in August, but nevertheless it was well attended, and augmented at the last minute by three walkers who joined us for coffee and bought cakes and buns to help them on their way. £182 was raised for church funds. Thank you to all who baked, and a further thank you to all who came and bought and stayed to chat. We look forward to seeing many of you again on 3rd September when there will be the usual home baking and cards from Vivien Lee.

All Saints’ Market Report

Publow withPensford MU

14th July, a gorgeous summer day and we had almost every member

present at our meeting.We were very privileged to have our assistant priest, Rev. Sue Stevens with us, who gave a very interesting but moving talk about her work at the R.U.H Bath, where she is one of the four part-time Chaplin’s. They also have one full time Chaplin. Already a trained nurse and mother of three when she was ordained, her experience with Parish work gave her the feeling that she needed to fulfil a dream of something more. She likened it to unrolling a colourful beautifully

patterned carpet.Her work began at the R.U.H, a very emotional, heartrending job, requiring the ability to adjust to many on the spot, very different situations, with distraught, concerned and very sick patients. Being involved with the Baby Unit means trying to give comfort, a prayer or just to listen to desperate parents. Many very emotive situations to handle!Sue loves all the work she is involved with. She mentioned the very hectic busy running of the hospital and how incredible it is that last year 4,800 appointments were not kept by people, and yet we hear all the time of the length time some people wait for an appointment in the first place. Thank you Sue, a lovely talk. Mary Thomas

Sylvia Baber welcomed members to the July meeting. Irene was thanked for her table

arrangement. Unfortunately the June garden meeting was cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. Two birthday cards were presented. Correspondence and Avon News were discussed. Invitations had been received from Harptree WI to their ‘Autumn Summer’ event and from Temple Cloud WI to a Coffee Morning at Cameley Lodge.Names were taken for the Federation AGM in September. The Federation are putting on a ‘Teatime’ on Weston-super-Mare Pier later in the year. A report

Pensford with Publow W.I.

from our representative from Keynsham Charlton to the National AGM in Liverpool was read out. Hall report and Treasurer’s details were received. The speaker was Riki Clarke who spoke about Gemstone Jewellery which proved to be an interesting subject. Riki explained the properties of stones and showed how from collecting them on the beach to forming and polishing them was quite a laborious process. She brought with her an array of finished jewellery.The competition was ‘An Edible Necklace’. Quite a selection of items were produced. The winner was Jo Biddell, second Janet Ogilvie.The September meeting will be a talk called ‘A Life on the Ocean Wave’ by Cyril Routley. Visitors always welcome.

Teatime MadnessMonday 18th September

The Benefice After School Clubfor primary school children

3 . 3 0 p m - 4 . 4 5 p mP e n s f o r d P r i m a r y S c h o o l

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Chew Valley Gardening Club

Lots have been happening on the courts over the

summer. Our coach, Peter Evans, with his team Jack and Jess, ran a well supported juniors coaching programme for the duration of the school holidays - every weekday they were on the courts 10.00am-3.00pm. Peter’s enthusiasm for the game has rubbed off on both adults and juniors and now he is much in demand for 1-2-1 coaching sessions. You don’t need to be a member to take advantage of this. Peter can be contacted on 07580 004963. Also take a look at our website www.pensfordtennisclub.co.uk for more details on what’s happening at the Club in the autumn. Our league players were also very active and were quite successful. The Ladies Team played ten matches and won four

PENSFORD TENNIS CLUB

but as they were recently promoted to a higher league this was not unexpected. The Men’s Team only just missed out on gaining promotion finishing a narrow third in their league.As the courts surfaces will need replaced in a few years’ time fund raising can never stop. So we are repeating our successful Blackjack Evening on Saturday, 24th September in the Memorial Hall – doors open at 7.30pm and play starts at 8.00pm. Tickets cost £5 (which includes a cheese or ham ploughmans) and tokens are £5 a bag. For tickets please contact Alison on 01275 832201, Kathleen on 01761 490834 or Sue on 01761 490867.Group coaching sessions with Peter continue to take place on Tuesdays - juniors at 6.00pm and adults at 7.00pm – you don’t need to be a member to join in – just pay on the night.

On Thursday 8th September we are looking forward to an evening with Nick Macer from Pan Global Plants. The title of his talk is ‘Things that turn me on - Confessions of a Plant Freak’. Nick is the owner of Pan Global Plants, a nursery based in Frampton on Severn. Many of the plants he has collected himself on frequent expeditions abroad and he is responsible for the introduction of many new exciting garden plants. We meet at 8.00pm upstairs in the Old Schoolroom, Chew Magna. Do come and join us, as a visitor or we welcome new Members.

Super Somerset On Thursday 22nd September

by Richard Brock in Chew Magna Millennium Hall, 7.45pm. Visitors £2.50; Season ticket available.The best of Somerset’s wild life and wild places. Featuring an exciting and successful six year pond project near Clutton. Well known local wild life photographer Richard Brock shows and talks about his latest DVD.Changed Date The September Charity Jumble Sale will now be held in January.

Chew Valley Wildlife Group

A service of RemembranceSorrow & Hope

The tenth anniversary of 9/11Sunday 11th September

7.00pmAll are welcome

Please be seated by 6.50pm

Wells Cathedral

Tues 11th October@ 10.00am

Memorial HallAll Welcome

Pensford ToddlersCOFFEE MORNING

S a t u r d a y M a r k e tP r o c e e d s t o w a r d s C h u r c h F u n d s

A d m i s s i o n 5 0 p t o i n c l u d e c o f f e e a n d b i s c u i t

f o r P u b l o w C h u r c h

Saturday 3rd SeptemberChurch Rooms, Pensford

10.00am – 11.30am

C A R D Sf r o m V i v i e n L e e

H O M E B A K I N G

P R E S E R V E

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

Applications are invitedfrom higher education students

for financial assistancetowards the cost of books

and/or other materials necessaryfor their studies.

Applicants must be residentin the Parish of Publow

and taking coursebeyond A2 level.

Written application, givingdetailsof the course,

and what the grant is needed for, should be submitted to

Andrew HillmanClerk to the Trustees

Birchwood House, Pensfordby 31st September, 2011

Elizabeth PinesFoundation

Education Trust

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In aid ofH E L P R U R A L N E P A L

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Saturday 17th SeptemberP e n s f o r d M e m o r i a l H a l l

Spectators welcome - Bar open at 7.00pm + Hog RoastFire walking approx. 8.30-9.00pm

Disco 9.00pm – midnightIf you want to take part in the sponsored firewalk

Contact us asapPam Raffety 01275 332338 : [email protected]

Ann Clifford 01275 332924 : [email protected]

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Saturday 29th OctoberPensford Memorial Hall

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A reminder to everyone interested in the history of our village and the people who have lived here through the ages. Dr Joe Bettey will be giving a talk on ‘Characters of Compton Dando’ on Tuesday 13th September in Compton Dando hall.As most people will know, Dr Bettey is a retired Reader in Local History at the University of Bristol and his talks about the history of the village are always fascinating. This year he has been doing more original research in the archives and will share with us some of the stories he has unearthed.The talk starts at 7.30pm and all are welcome.

History TalkCompton Dando

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September 2011Thur 1 Pensford Evergreen Club Memorial Hall 7.00pm Oldland Brass Band. Visitors welcome £1.50 inc tea & biscuitsSat 3 Church Market. 10.00 - 11.30am. Pensford Church RoomThur 8 Mothers Union Meeting. Pensford Church Room 2.15pm Pensford Evergreen Club Memorial Hall 7.00pm Harvest Auction & Supper Visitors welcome £3.00 inc supper Chew Valley Gardening Club. Old School Rooms 8.00pmSat 10 East Africa Famine Aid Gig. Pensford Memorial Hall 8.00pmSun 11 Wells Cathedral Service of Remembrance, Sorrow & Hope 7.00pmTue 13 History Talk with Joe Bettey Compton Dando Parish Hall 7.30pmWed 14 Publow PCC Meeting. Pensford Church Room 7.30pmThur 15 Pensford Evergreen Club Memorial Hall 7.00pm, Vince Gee Guitar & vocals Visitors welcome £1.50 inc tea & biscuitsSat 17 Compton Dando Fun Dog Show 1.00pm Fire Walking. Pensford Memorail Hall 7.00pmSun 18 St Mary’s Church Harvest Festival & Lunch. 11.15amMon 19 Chew Valley U3A. Ubley Village Hall. 10.00am Teatime Madness. Pensford School 3.30pm - 4.45pmTue 20 Compton Dando Parish Council meeting 8.00pmThur 22 Pensford Evergreen Club Memorial Hall 7.00pm Westfield Ladies Choir Visitors welcome £1.50 inc tea & biscuits Chew Valley Wildlife Group. Mellennium Hall 7.45pmThur 29 Pensford Evergreen Club Memorial Hall 7.00pm, Paul Evans Poems & stories Visitors welcome £1.50 inc tea & biscuitsO C T O B E RSat 1 Church Market, 10.00 – 11.30am, Pensford Church Room MacMillian Coffee Morning. Compton Dando Parish Hall 10.30am Gift & Craft Fair. Pensford Memorial Hall. 10.00am - 4.00pmSun 2 9.30am Family Harvest Festival, All Saints’ Church followed by lunch in the Memorial Hall at 12.30pmSun 9 Chelwool Harvest Service. 11.15amTue 11 Toddler Group Coffee Morning Pensford Memorial Hall 10.00amSat 29 Hopping Mad Barn Dance. Pensford Memorial Hall 8.00pm

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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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