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Essential tips and tricks to nurture your garden this July

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Summer garden care: prolonging blooms, managing invasive species and prepping for next year’s display with expert advice from Pete Harcom

Our native dog rose, rosa canina, is a scrambling rose with delicate pink flowers which, if left will produce beautiful rose hips, eaten by a wide range of birds – they stay juicy until late winter

t’s finally time to relax and enjoy the garden – just a few jobs this month to keep things under control.
The first is to regularly deadhead the borders to prolong flowering.
This keeps borders free from unsightly dying petals (especially under rose bushes, which can lead to black spot). It also helps prevent plants from wasting energy creating seed heads which may be unwanted. Having said that, many roses produce attractive hips from flowers left on the bush – our native dog rose (rosa canina, a scrambling rose with delicate pink flowers) has hips in winter which provide a good autumn/winter food source for birds. It’s not to be confused with the bright pink Japanese rose, rosa rugosa, which can become invasive and overpower native species of plants.
Other roses that produce attractive rose hips include rosa helena, rosa nitida and rosa hans.

Stay on top
Left alone, some plants will produce self-seeded offspring all around the garden, and while in most cases this is good for wildlife, it’s worth mentioning that some can be a nuisance in the wrong place. These pest plants would include buddleia Davidii, (butterfly bush) which will spread prolifically if left unchecked, red valerian and alchemilla (Lady’s Mantle) – while very pretty in any garden, it can be a problematic invader as its rhizomes grow and spread underground.
Buddleia flower on new season’s growth, so I cut the plant back hard in early spring (late March) and then let it grow back: it will flower well and attract many butterflies. It is clearly a favoured nectar source. I then cut off the spent flowers before they set seed, which keeps the plant under control.
Be sure to use liquid feed on all hanging baskets and potted plants, encouraging new growth through the rest of summer. Feeding will also help revive tired displays.

A little forward planning
Divide any clumps of bearded iris this month for an even better display next year, and take cuttings of patio and container plants ready for next summer.
July’s a good time to sow biennials such as foxgloves, sweet William, wallflowers, honesty and forget-me-nots, ready to plant out in autumn for a stunning display next spring. Sow into large seed trays or a dedicated seed bed, then separate seedlings when large enough to handle.
Avoid pruning those straggling hedges until the end of August at the earliest. The main breeding time for garden birds is between March and August, so leaving the hedges gives them time to rear their young in peace.

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Brie-lliant Success

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When Peter Morgan began making cheese, he sought the advice of people who had more than 120 years experience in the industry between them. Each said the starting point was to “buy some books and read as much as possible. After that it is just bucket science – keep playing until you make something you like!”
In January 2019, with a bucket full of recipes, Peter launched The Book and Bucket Cheese Company. It quickly gained a national reputation – the diverse range of cheeses, from creamy brie to tangy blue, winning a swathe of awards. Peter has developed an extensive knowledge of each type of milk, how to perfectly age a cheese, how the right salt can enhance and change a flavour profile and how to create modern flavours from the cultures.
If you feel you’ve been missing out, you can try some of the range at the Sturminster Newton Cheese Festival this September ‘We wouldn’t miss it!’ Peter says. ‘Of all the shows we do, Stur is one of our absolute favourites!’.

Granola with Shakespeare Brie
In addition to his cheese-making expertise, Peter often shares his culinary creativity with recipes for his cheeses. By kind permission, we can share his extraordinary Granola with Shakespeare Brie – this luxurious and decadent dish is a fantastic way to use up any leftover cheese from the previous night’s cheese board. It pairs perfectly with granola for brunch or serves as an interesting starter for a cozy night at home.

Ingredients

  • 1 jar of Truffle Hunter white truffle honey (a little goes a very long way and you can often find smaller jars available to purchase online).
  • 1 very ripe room temperature Shakespeare brie (perfect if you forgot to fridge your cheeseboard overnight!)
  • 175g melted butter
  • 175g honey (can substitute with sugar, golden syrup or maple syrup)
  • 1 vanilla pod scraped (or ½ tsp vanilla essence).
  • 300g large oats
  • 100g various seeds (try sunflower, pumpkin and linseed).
  • 100g chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts and pecans all work well)
  • 100g desiccated coconut

Method

  • Preheat the oven to 150ºc / Gas 4.
  • Warm your butter with your honey.
  • In a bowl weigh all your dry ingredients, then mix in the butter/honey mix. Squeeze the mix in your hand – it should hold together, but also crumble. If it’s a bit too dry, you can add a touch more butter or syrup.
  • Line a flat baking tray with baking parchment and add the granola, spreading it out evenly. Bake in the oven but keep checking regularly, turning it over with a spoon, to ensure all of it is being cooked. Bake until an even golden brown all the way through.
  • Let the Granola cool and then store in an airtight container.
  • To serve, spoon the very ripe Shakespeare into the bottom of a bowl (a bowl is very important for the eating in this dish!). Then drizzle a small amount of the truffle honey over – remember less is more with this.
  • Top with your granola and you’re done!

Sturminster Newton Cheese Festival

Always a major event in the local foodie calendar, this year the Sturminster Newton Cheese Festival boasts more than 20 cheese makers, alongside a wide variety of other local West Country food and drinks traders.
From cheddar to blue cheese, olives to pasties and cakes to chocolates, there will be something to tempt every taste bud … and let’s not forget the locally-produced gin and vodka on offer!
The Cheese Festival will take place on 14th and 15th September from 10am to 5pm at the Recreation Ground, Ricketts Lane, Sturminster Newton.
Early Bird tickets are available at a discount until midnight on 31 July
bvmag.co.uk/sturcheesetickets

The Red Post priest

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It’s 30 years since the Church of England first allowed women priests. Tracie Beardsley meets the Rev Jane Williams, vicar of six Dorset parishes

The Rev Jane Williams looks after the churches and the 4,000-strong communities of the six Dorset villages making up the Red Post Benefice.
All images: Courtenay Hitchcock

On the morning we speak, the Reverend Jane Williams has already helped plan a newborn’s baptism, overseen wedding paperwork for a betrothed couple and finalised her sermon for a funeral. Administrating this ‘circle of life’, her morning coffee has inevitably gone cold.
A priest in Dorset for the past seven years, Jane has been looking after the churches and the 4,000-strong communities of the six Dorset villages making up the Red Post Benefice (referring to the famous red signpost on the A31 near Bloxworth) since last September.
Under her protective wing are Sturminster Marshall, Bloxworth, Morden, Winterbourne Kingston, Winterbourne Zelston and the tiny village of Almer. Contrary to expectation, her congregations are not dwindling. There may only be eight people who attend the service in Bloxworth, but that has been the case for years.
The 58-year-old works six days a week: ‘No day is ever the same. Sunday is particularly busy with up to three services in three villages on one day.’
The rest of her week is spent supporting the community. ‘Walking with people through their lives is a privilege. There’s a huge epidemic of loneliness, and even if I can’t visit, I know how important the small act of a phone call can be.’
It seems her 30 years working in the NHS, starting at 16 in a care home and becoming a nurse at 18, have stood her in good stead.

‘I’ve always worked in a community setting, being interested in what makes them tick. As a nurse the focus was health. As a priest, it’s spiritual needs.
‘I grew up in Pembrokeshire with faith, always a church-goer, and became a Sunday School teacher. I always wanted to be a vicar, but women couldn’t back then. The eldest of four, money was tight so my parents told me to get a proper job.’
Jane was at the height of her nursing career, a highly respected local hospital matron, when she got her calling from God.
‘I remember it vividly. I was driving to a lay minister training session and had to pull over, so overwhelming was this voice in my head prompting me to pursue the priesthood. I felt like Jonah, the reluctant prophet. I just kept asking God “why now?” I know, you shouldn’t really argue with God! I promised Him I’d make enquiries, but thought it’d never come to fruition.
‘Even when I was interviewed by the Bishop of Salisbury, I thought I’d just do it part time, that it would be a bit like a hobby!’

The Bishop – and God – had other ideas. Jane was recommended to train in Oxford, at the UK’s oldest theological college. She completed her degree in just two years and was ordained in the year she turned 50.
‘It was a hard time. I was away all week studying. My husband Nigel was working full time and one of my daughters was sitting her A-levels. I also have a disabled daughter who needs 24-hour care.’
Along with her successful career, Jane forfeited the accompanying good salary. With their income halved, the mortgage was impossible, so the family moved into a smaller home.

She has no regrets. The vicarage is her home now, though it’s tied to her role. ‘Really, I see all six churches as my home here. My base is Sturminster Marshall but I feel like I live in all the villages.’
She won’t be drawn on her favourite church or village, though: ‘That would be like picking a favourite child! Each village is different, with its own history and dynamics. And, like children, sometimes one needs you more than the other.’
Even now, Jane admits to some pre-pulpit nerves. ‘During my first sermon, a friend in the congregation held up Strictly Come Dancing scorecards. And she didn’t give me a 10!’
And does a priest get time for herself? ‘There’s lots of burn-out in the clergy so it’s important to de-stress. My three daughters and my three granddaughters are the centre of my life. My guilty pleasure is going to the theatre or a concert.’
But not today. She has a village fete to help organise, plans for a new church loo to discuss and a church council meeting which she assures me has its “Dibley moments”!

Kingston Maurward shines at Eventing debut

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The inaugural event saw almost 300 competitors, and was praised for its beautiful setting, challenging courses, and exceptional organisation

Kingston Maurward hosted its inaugural British Eventing Horse Trials at the end of June, drawing nearly 300 competitors, ranging from 12 to 72-years-old, over two action-packed days. The event featured busy classes of BE 80, 90, and 100, with some riders travelling more than four hours to participate.
Kingston Maurward is a land-based college set in 750 acres of historic parkland and formal gardens. The show jumping and dressage took place in the grounds of the Grade I listed Georgian Manor House, and the parkland estate provided the perfect setting for the cross-country courses, which were able to make good use of the natural terrain of rolling hills which riders do not get to experience at many events.
The courses, designed by Adrian Ditcham, ran over the undulating permanent pasture to produce flowing and educational tracks and inviting fences. Adrian is a British Eventing A-listed course designer – he was the lead course builder at the 2012 London Olympics.

Despite being a debut event, the class entries featured several distinguished riders, making for a memorable and competitive lineup. Irish Olympic athlete Padraig Mccarthy came third in BE100 in his section on Napoli-H. He said: ‘It’s great to have a new event in the calendar. The cross country is very fresh, with a lot of up and down in the terrain. It could absolutely go up another level to Novice, with terrain like that, it’s very educational for the horses. I’ll be back next year!’
Gubby Leach, the international 5* event rider based near Salisbury entered two horses. Dan Jocelyn, a New Zealand Olympic athlete based near Malmesbury, said: ‘Well worth attending! Top 10s for Emma and Corky, and new kid on the block Pewter finished on his dressage. And a win for golden boy Freelance Z! What a fabulous setting for this new event, loved the rolling hills and big sweeping turns in the Cross Country. Very educational for the youngsters and we will be back.’
Neve Webber is just 14 years old. She placed on both of her rides, coming fifth in the 80 on Tilly’s Flower, and third on Mr Buzz in the 90 – each time finishing on her dressage score. Even younger, Nancy Mort was one of five 12-year-olds competing. She finished second in her section in the 80 on Dernahatten Coevers Hills on their dressage score (26).
For an inaugural event, the response from riders was overwhelmingly positive, with comments that the setting very much gave a mini-international feel with the house and parkland. Hundreds of spectators arrived to watch each day, and riders and officials alike commented on the special feel of the event

An old-fashioned welcome
One local rider from Sherborne posted on Facebook: ‘This was, honestly, one of the very nicest events I’ve ever been to (and there have been many). It was beautifully organised, all the officials and volunteers were super friendly, knowledgeable, kind and helpful and the location was stunning. It had a slightly old fashioned feel, in all the best ways – really welcoming and relaxed and yet had a sense of occasion with stalls and the stunning house.
‘The XC was super for both competitors and spectators. We absolutely loved it and felt it was a sensational addition to the South West calendar.
Thank you to everyone.’
‘The comments are just fantastic,’ says Kingston Maurward’s Vice-Principal Tom Hallam. ‘We’d like to thank everyone who made it such a brilliant weekend. We, the KMC team, have been blown away by the overwhelmingly positive feedback. KMC really is a magical place and the perfect venue for eventing. We absolutely intend to make this an annual event … This is only the beginning, so watch this space!’
KMC are now working collaboratively with British Eventing to create a brand new eventing venue not just for the south west, but an accessible venue for the whole of the south of England.

The Voice of the Allotment: The June diary:

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Barry Cuff takes a look at what’s what, as the allotment seems to be bursting at the seams

Our potatoes are doing exceptionally well, and we are digging Jazzy (salad) and Maris Bard (new) as required. All images: Barry Cuff

We are now half way through our 35th year on the allotment – and it’s been a year of unusual weather! Very high rainfall, few frosts but chilly nights. Despite this, most crops are doing well. All our vegetables are raised from seed, bought mostly from Kings, Fothergills, Unwins and Thompson & Morgan, and all are started in plug trays, small pots or seed trays.
Beetroot – first roots were pulled mid month. More sown in May and June (we selected Moulin Rouge and Perfect Three).
Broccoli – Claret and Rudolph will be planted out during July.
Brussels Sprout – these were planted out in May and are looking well (Brendan).
Broad bean – The Witkiem Manita have finished and we are now picking Masterpiece Green Longpod. Blackfly just starting to appear on these!
Cabbage – Red Drumhead are looking well and have put on a lot of growth in the last few weeks. All our brassicas are well protected from hungry pigeons by a net.
Calabrese – Planted out this month (Ironman). This variety will produce a good central head followed by smaller side shoots.
Carrot – We only grow one variety (Early Nantes) and sow part-lines every two to three weeks. We have just harvested a few from the first sowing.
Cauliflower – Planted out (Cheesy, White Step and Cendis). In plug trays for planting out later we have Medallion and Snow March.
Celeriac – Planted out from plugs mid month and currently looking well. A new variety to us (Neon).
Celery – Planted out in a block (Golden Self Blanching) at the same time as the celeriac. Both of these are watered every day,
Chicory – Our usual Witloof were sown direct early in the month and thinned a few days ago.
Courgette – two varieties growing (Defender and Astia), and both have flowers.
Dwarf French bean – two varieties picked this year, Safari and a Fothergills variety which is new to us, Nautica. Both are growing well. We still have a few packs of last year’s Safari in the freezer!
Fruit – We’ve had a bumper crop of strawberries, though the currants are variable. The Autumn raspberries are now starting to flower.

The strawberries kept coming all month

Gherkin – About ten plants growing against wire for support.
Leek – growing Musselburgh in pots. These will be planted out in July after the first potatoes.
Lettuce – Only one variety this year (Little Gem). Sown each month in plug trays and planted out when large enough. We normally have lettuce from March until October.
Mangetout – Sown direct against wire, two varieties and both look well. They were sown at different times to give a longer harvesting period (Carouby De Maussane and Purple Magnolia). Surrounded by glitter strips to deter pigeons.
Onion – On the whole these look well but a few are going down with white rot – we live with this disease as there is no cure. Despite rotation, we usually expect to lose about 10 per cent.
Parsnip – It’s probably our most successful year for establishment. They have now been thinned to one or two plants per station.
Peas – These are not so good: we have lost a lot of seedlings to the pea and bean weevil, possibly due to the mild and wet winter and spring allowing the larvae to survive.
Potatoes – These are doing exceptionally well, and we are digging Jazzy (salad) and Maris Bard (new) as required. Still in store from 2023 we have a supply of Picasso which are making good chips!
Radish – We sow frequently for a continuous supply.

‘The Witkiem Manita have finished and we are now picking Masterpiece Green Longpod.’

Runner beans – Have now reached the top of the canes and are starting to flower – two varieties (Moonlight and Scarlet Emperor).
Squash – Two varieties sown this year – Crown Prince and Butterfly – and when planted out they made a slow start, but are now looking fine. Sweetcorn – About 70 plants (Swift) and all are looking well after a slow start.
Sweet peppers – All looking well and flowering in the greenhouse.
Tomatoes – All flowering well in the greenhouse.
Weeds – We are hand weeding and hoeing most days. Our worst weeds are Bindweed, Gallant Soldiers, Sow Thistle, Fat Hen and Goosefoot. We do allow a few of our ‘special’ weeds to survive – Weasel Snout, Thornapple and Moth Mullein.

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Local author triumphs at glittering UK Sports Book Awards

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Sam Peters wins Best Sports Writing Award for his acclaimed book Concussed, an impactful investigation into sports brain injuries

Local author and former journalist Sam Peters has won a prestigious national writing award for his critically acclaimed new book Concussed.
Sam, who lives in Fovant and whose daughter Ella attends Wardour Primary School near Tisbury, won the Best Sports Writing Category at the UK Sports Book Awards held at London’s Kia Oval in June.
He received his award on stage at a glittering ceremony, attended by global sporting icons from across the globe, from ITV sports broadcaster Mark Pougatch, who described Concussed as ‘a truly incredible piece of sports writing’.
Sam, 46, has campaigned through his work for improved safety measures in sport for more than two decades, first as a national newspaper journalist and latterly as an author. He has received industry-wide recognition since Concussed was published by Atlantic Books in August 2023.
Even before scooping the Best Sports Writing Award, Concussed had already been shortlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year as well as being named a Times and Telegraph Book of the Year and a Waterstones Sports Book of the Year.
Judges for the William Hill Sports Book Awards recently described Sam’s work exposing the extent of brain injuries in sport as having ‘clear parallels with the way David Walsh (The Sunday Times) took down cyclist Lance Armstrong. The research is excellent and as you’d imagine from someone who writes for a living, the book is highly readable’.
Sam, who moved to Wiltshire in 2017 after resigning as rugby correspondent at the Mail on Sunday – in part to enable him to write more freely about professional sport’s approach to concussion – has previously been shortlisted as sports journalist of the year (UK Press Awards) and investigative journalist of the year at the SJAs.
Concussed recounts the many challenges and open hostility Sam faced trying to blow the whistle on professional rugby’s concussion crisis. Winning this latest award means Sam can now be acknowledged as one of the world’s leading authorities on brain injuries in sport.
‘When I was growing up most of my heroes were either journalists or sports stars – to be recognised for doing good work in sports journalism is a bit of a dream come true,’ Sam says.
‘I could not be happier with the way Concussed has been received. It’s a huge relief to finally be listened to and recognised by people who understand the deep affection I hold not just for sport but for those who play it.’
Concussed is now in the process of being turned into a screenplay, with Sam having only recently completed the first draft of a script with award-winning screenwriter Nick Boocock.

Concussed is available from all good bookshops
Sam doesn’t have a website, but can be contacted for speaking and events on
[email protected]

The magic of Potfest

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This month, on the outskirts of Shaftesbury, Turnpike Showground is set to be transformed into a hub of creativity and craftsmanship as it hosts a huge ceramics and artisan pottery market. Taking place from12th to 14th July, the event promises to be a celebration of all things of clay.

A Showcase of Ceramic Excellence
Featuring an impressive line-up of almost 100 ceramic artists from across the UK – and as far afield as Italy – displaying a diverse array of ceramic works, ranging from contemporary pieces to traditional pottery, fine intricate jewellery to large garden sculpture, from domestic ware to be used every day to fine figurative sculpture. Whether you’re an avid collector, a casual admirer or just ceramically curious, this event offers an amazing opportunity to talk to the artists, learn about their creative processes and purchase one-of-a-kind pieces directly from the makers.

Interactive, Hands-On Activities
Potfest South West is not just about observing art, it’s about participating in it. As well as the chance to meet and talk to the artists there will also be the opportunity to glaze your own piece and have it raku fired, there and then! There will also be trade stands for those who are inspired and want to purchase materials and equipment for themselves. Taking part instead of simply browsing always adds an extra layer of enjoyment to an event – Potfest is a memorable day out for visitors of all ages.

Culinary Delights and Live Music
No festival is complete without delicious food and music, of course, and Potfest South West delivers on both fronts. A selection of street food vendors will be on-site, offering an array of mouthwatering options from gourmet burgers and artisan pizzas to vegan delights and sweet treats.
‘A string quartet will be performing live throughout the event too,’ says Matt Cox, the event organiser. ‘The aim is to enhance the creative atmosphere as visitors explore the exhibits and chat to the artists.
‘We are thrilled to bring Potfest back to the South West after a hiatus of several years. Potfest is such a celebration of both ceramic art and artisan craftsmanship, and we are so excited to showcase the incredible talent of our artists in the beautiful North Dorset countryside. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a foodie or simply looking for a great day out, Potfest promises something special.
‘We look forward to welcoming everyone to join us for a weekend filled with inspiration, beauty, artistry and creativity.’

Join us at Potfest South West
July 12th, 13th and 14th
10am until 4.30pm
Turnpike Showground, North Dorset SP7 9PL
Adults £6, accompanied under 16’s free
Tickets available online at potfest.co.uk or on the gate each day.
For more information and to preview the work of all those artists taking part please visit potfest.co.uk

Senior Chef | Yeatman Hospital Sherborne

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**POSITION NOW CLOSED**

Job overview

Are you a qualified and experienced chef who is passionate about food? Sherborne’s Yeatman Hospital is looking for an outstanding senior chef to join the team.

As a senior chef you’ll demonstrate practical experience and knowledge of allergens, modified diets and nutritional content. You must hold a L3 Food Hygiene Certificate or have a willingness to undertake this. Experience of providing catering services in a similar setting, menu planning and portion control is essential.

You will be confident and have supervisory experience to lead a team of catering staff, supporting them to be creative in our high-quality meal provision.

This is a full-time position based at the Yeatman Hospital. You must be able to work flexibly as part of a rota between 6.30am-6pm, including weekends and bank holidays at enhanced pay.

For any queries, please contact facilities manager Alison Lee at [email protected] or call 07775027961.

Main duties of the job

  • Provide a high standard of catering services to patients, staff and visitors. 
  • To ensure correct standards of cleanliness are achieved and maintained. 
  • To have input into the annual appraisal process of staff.
  • Skills required for food preparation, use of knife skills.
  • Organise and manage own workload and the teams to meet with competing demands and deadlines, including an ability to respond flexibly to ad hoc situations and requests.  
  • To lead on the training and workplace induction of other catering staff.
  • Responsibility for the ordering of stock and management of products, including rotation of stock to avoid wastage.

A whirlwind tour of all that’s coming up in Sturminster Newton this month

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Pauline Batstone shares her monthly round up of what’s happening among the town’s collection of community enterprises and events

Welcome to Stur to all our lovely visitors exploring our town this summer! As you explore the town, don’t miss our four individual shops supporting re-investment into our lovely little town.
If you haven’t been to see us yet, you don’t know what you are missing!
1855 is the indoor artisan’s market with more than 90 Dorset-based craftspeople and traders.
Find it at the end of Market Cross. Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday 10am til 4pm.
The Pre-loved Boutique has a range of ladies quality clothes and accessories, plus children’s clothes. Find it at 7 Church Street, Monday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm.
The Emporium is our own version of a department store on The Market Place, recycling good and useful things. Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturdays 10am til 4pm.
Dapper Chaps is the gentleman’s boutique, found inside The Emporium
Art Gallery is up on the first floor above The Emporium – the name says it all!
Furniture Warehouse is filled with used but good and new-to-you furniture for a replacement, a need or simply an upcycle. Also on The Market Place but not always staffed, so if you find it closed please do pop into The Emporium and ask for us to open up.
And for those whose children who go to our local schools, we have FREE school and other uniforms available on the first floor above the Furniture Warehouse (and we are very pleased to accept your outgrown items).
Plus we have a community fridge and assorted free foods available in The Emporium – freely available to anyone, please help us to avoid food waste.

We are often asked where the money raised through SturAction’s shops goes – as an example, over the past month the shops have:
Helped support the fifth Stur Literary Festival, which brings new people into our town (put next year’s dates in your diary now – the LitFest will be back on 7th to 15th June 2025!)
Agreed a grant to the third Riverside Family Festival which aims to give a cheap fun day out to our local families while raising money for local charities.
Supported the Car and Bike Enthusiasts Meet on the first Saturday morning of every month, and we also pay for free car parking that day – again aiming to bring customers into our local independent shops and cafes.
Been asked to assist The Exchange with their new community project.
Through our events organiser Jacqui we are organising Sturminster Newton’s own Art Week 13th to 21st July, with more than 30 artists exhibiting their works in our shop windows, plus a couple of exciting events: an Art Race and a mural painting workshop. During that week the town’s own graffiti artist Tom Wolfe will be completing the train mural in the Station Road car park.
And the summer flower planters which Jacqui organises with our local businesses have arrived in town from Thorngrove