The Stock Gaylard Oak Fair celebrates its 15th Anniversary this year. The popular and unusual local show runs from Saturday 24th - Sunday 25th August 2019 from 10am - 5pm at Stock Gaylard Estate, Sturminster Newton, Dorset. Ticket prices are: Adult - £10.00, Children (2 yrs +) - £1.00, Concessions - £8.50.
"The Oak Fair is a celebration of the countryside, conservation, woodland, timber, traditional craft, rural history and Dorset. As our little fair has grown over the years we have introduced something for everybody whether you are a countryside & conservation enthusiast, a shopaholic, a craftsman, a foodie or you just want to try your hand at throwing an axe! We have over 200 exhibitors made up of stalls selling everything from homeware & jewellery to entire sheds and wood burning stoves, a host of traditional craft demonstrations, big machinery shows, conservation charities and an array of local foodies with a beer tent, cider tent and gin bar! In our arenas we hold big displays including The British Heavy Horse Logger's team and falconry and there are lots of hands on activities including pole climbing, archery and tree climbing to get involved in. There is also a special free children's area which includes entertainment and workshops". For more information visit their website...
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The Gartell Light Railway end of Summer Steam Day is on Bank Holiday Monday 26th August 2019. They open at 10:00 and operate a frequent train service between 10:30 and 16:30. The Gartell Light Railway is a delightful narrow gauge railway in South Somerset. The railway is privately operated by the Gartell family and their friends and is specially opened to the public only on selected dates through the year. To plan your visit to us please explore our website for more details.
The Gillingham & Shaftesbury Show takes place this Wednesday 14th August 2019. Organisers say "IT’S GOING TO BE A GREAT SHOW...The Gillingham & Shaftesbury Show is one of the largest one day agricultural shows in the south, held on our own Turnpike Showground in North Dorset. This traditional show is always held on a Wednesday in August and regularly has an attendance of over 24,000 people. The 2019 Show looks all set to be one of the best events ever, with a record number of trade exhibitors, a great range of attractions for all the family and entries for the competitive classes being received at a record rate".
Download the show bus timetable below and find out more info by visiting the show website... 
Your favourite family dining pub The Virginia Ash in Henstridge is back in action and getting used to being inundated with happy, hungry guests again...
"The flood we experienced at little while ago turned out in the end to be a bit of a 'blessing in disguise' as it gave us the opportunity to do some renovations to the Virginia Ash. Now that we are fully open for August dining why not pop down and enjoy a lovely meal in our new look dining and lounge areas? We have a new 'Warm Grey' colour scheme with sumptuous grey carpets and beautiful wooden floorboards and the walls have been picked out in three (not 50) shades of grey". 
We are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week. Breakfast is served from 7.30 to 10.30am for anything from a bacon sandwich to a Full English!
In addition to our main menu our Lunchtime 'Lighter Bites' menu is proving very popular for our guests with slightly smaller appetites, with baguettes, paninis and light meals available from 12noon till 2.15pm Monday to Saturday. And don't forget our delicious Sunday Lunches with three portion sizes available, served from 12noon till 6.30pm every Sunday. 
We pride ourselves on being a 'Family Dining' pub. Children are welcome here and can choose from their own menu. We even have childrens portions of our Sunday Roast Dinners. Of course children can always choose from our main evening menu and our lighter bites menu, but its nice for the younger ones to have their own!
At this time of the year eating outdoors is a British pastime. There's something about it that makes it special. At the Virginia Ash we have the perfect spot for your Alfresco dining...
...and yes, the photo is our actual garden! Find a sunny or shady spot in our beautiful outdoor dining room and order some lovely food and a cool, refreshing drink. Here are some outdoor eating suggestions from our menus
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
OPEN ALL DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK DINING HOURS: MONDAY TO SATURDAY 12 NOON - 2.15PM AND 5.30PM - 8.30PM • SUNDAYS 12.00PM - 6.30PM. (LAST ORDERS FOR MEALS ARE 2.15PM AND 8.30PM MONDAY - SATURDAY AND 6.30PM ON SUNDAY) TABLE BOOKINGS AND GENERAL ENQUIRIES: 01963 363 868 THE VIRGINIA ASH, SHERBORNE ROAD, HENSTRIDGE, SOMERSET BA8 0PL 
Stalbridge Youth Football Club are offering Free, Fun Football sessions in August for boys and girls who will be in years 1 to 4 next term. The Saturday morning sessions at Stalbridge Playing Fields will run from 10.00am to 11.00am on 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st August 2019. All sessions will be taken by qualified coaches.
For more info please contact Simon Clarke: sj.clarke@btinternet.com 07881 437479. 
The Virginia Ash Pub in Henstridge re-opens Tomorrow... 31st July 2019...at 6pm! Complimentary drinks and a Finger Buffet will be available from 6pm to 8pm to welcome you back to this extremely popular local pub and restaurant. The Virginia Ash 'Classics at The Ash' will also be running on the night from 6.30pm, so why not pop down and make an evening of it tomorrow from 6pm as the Virginia Ash opens its doors...with a new look!
We are now taking bookings for dining from Thursday 1st August so give us a call to book your table on 01963 363 868 We look forward to welcoming you back for Classic Country Pub Dining! 
OPEN ALL DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK • DINING HOURS: MONDAY TO SATURDAY 12 NOON - 2.15PM AND 5.30PM - 8.30PM • SUNDAYS 12.00PM - 6.30PM. (LAST ORDERS FOR MEALS ARE 2.15PM AND 8.30PM MONDAY - SATURDAY AND 6.30PM ON SUNDAY)TABLE BOOKINGS AND GENERAL ENQUIRIES: 01963 363 868 • THE VIRGINIA ASH, SHERBORNE ROAD, HENSTRIDGE, SOMERSET BA8 0PL 
As many of you will know, during August Thyme after Time Cafe in Stalbridge host Spirefest their mini music festival. This year it is on Saturday, August 10th from 6pm-midnight!
This year we have three brilliant local bands coming to play for us including our headline act... Stone Groove perform a balanced mix of disco, funk, soul, rock and pop classics from the likes of Chic, Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson alongside the more modern grooves of Daft Punk, Bruno Mars, The Killers and Jamiroquai. For more information click on the picture above to visit their website
If you're stuck for things to do outdoors with your children over the summer holidays then this info might come heaven sent...
Yeovil Recreation Centre have a Mini Golf course! Just turn up and play at their 9 hole mini golf challenge. A great time outside for all the family. Kids can also let their imaginations run wild at the Flagship Playspace. The free adventure themed playspace was designed with the input of local school children and gives young people the chance to explore a range of exciting equipment including:
On Saturday 17th August 2019 STALBRIDGE GARDEN SOCIETY present their ANNUAL PRODUCE, CRAFT & FLOWER SHOW, To be opened by Paul Wavish. Doors open at 2.30pm Stalbridge Hall Prize Giving at 4.00pm, followed by the Raffle Admission: Adults 50p, children under 16 free Schedule of Classes & Entry Forms - Booklet available in Dikes, Post office and Pharmacy Closing date for entries is WEDNESDAY 14TH AUGUST 
All Stalbridge residents are invited to enter the Hanging Basket or Window Box competition. 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes for The William Dike Memorial Cup, kindly donated by Dike & Sons will be presented at The Annual Show on 17th August. They are also judging this fun competition! Entry forms (shown below) are available in Dike & Son superstore, Stalbridge Post Office, Williams Florist, Grace Haines Eyecare, Ring Street Filling Station and other shops etc in Stalbridge. The closing dater for entries is 31st July 2019.
Just George's Carnival Club Fun Day will take place at Stalbridge Hall on Saturday 6th July 2019, starting at 12 noon. Over 25 stalls, BBQ, Bar, Bouncy Castle, Skittles, Plus lots more! The day will run into the evening with Pig Races, Disco, Fancy Dress for Adults and Kids. A percentage of the overall profit will be donated to the Wessex Neurological Centre at Southampton Hospital, Charity reg no: 1051543 
Canon William Ridding retires this summer. Come and say a fond farewell at Stalbridge Hall on 13th July 2019...
Due to some unfortunate flooding, we've had to close The Virginia Ash pub in Henstridge for a while to sort things out. We will let you know as soon as we have a re-opening date and will keep you informed on this homepage, social media and of course our own blog page on our website. In the meantime we are still hosting Classics at the Ash, every Last Wednesday of the Month during April to September, from 6.30pm in the car park.
We do hope to welcome you again soon. 
An Evening of "Call My Bluff". The Original Format panel game. One word, three meanings. Who on the panel is telling the truth? You and your team of up to 6 people in total have the chance to win the £30 cash prize! £3 per person, payable on the door, so no need to book! Bring your own drink and nibbles and a bit of spare cah for the Raffle! Starts at 7.00pm on Saturday 22nd June 2019 at Stalbridge Hall. Everyone is welcome! Proceeds to Stalbridge Petanque (Boules) and Croquet Pitches 
Binge watch all 4 episodes of this "One to watch" road resurfacing series, set in Stalbridge during June 2019. With a running time of 7 hours for each episode this one is really only for die hard fans. Episode One starts on Wednesday 12th June, with the series finale on Tuesday 18th June. For more details see the poster below, from Dorset Council...
"Stalbridge Matters", the Annual Town Meeting for Stalbridge takes place on Wednesday 29th May 2019 from 7.30 pm at the Stalbridge Hall. This is a meeting for the Town, in order to allow people to come together and celebrate activities and discuss matters that affect the town. Proposals can be put forward for inclusion on the agenda and voted on at the meeting*. This year there are some changes to the meeting to help local groups and organisations network and promote themselves. There will be an opportunity to display material and information on the following community stands:
Every month the Benefice of Spirehill produces a monthly magazine. In addition to church news (from all the local churches), there is news from local societies in Stalbridge (Women's Institute, the Garden Society and the Community Office).
The monthly benefice magazine is available in each of the parish churches, and in these retail outlets in Stalbridge: Dikes, the Post Office and Stalbridge Pharmacy. You can also download it by clicking on the button below... 
Stalbridge Primary School are having a Quiz Night and Nibbles on Friday 24th May at Stalbridge Primary School. There will be refreshments and a raffle during the evening. Raising money for your local primary school !
Doors Open 7pm Quiz starts 7:30pm Cash prize £50.00 !!! Teams - Min 2 players Max 6 players Cost - £5.00 Per Person We need to know Team Names and numbers before the night so we know how many to cater food for, so please email your Team Name and numbers to: lisayoung2711@gmail.com 
Here are our Sunny snippets for the summer months from the Virginia Ash Pub in Henstridge, from home cooked breakfasts to start your sunny day, to Afternoon Cream Teas to die for you'll find our latest bulletin below.
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BREAKFASTS SERVED 7 DAYS A WEEK FROM 7.30AM TO 10.30AM OPEN ALL DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK • DINING HOURS: MONDAY TO SATURDAY 12 NOON - 2.15PM AND 5.30PM - 8.30PM • SUNDAYS 12.00PM - 6.30PM. (LAST ORDERS FOR MEALS ARE 2.15PM AND 8.30PM MONDAY - SATURDAY AND 6.30PM ON SUNDAY) TABLE BOOKINGS AND GENERAL ENQUIRIES: 01963 363 868 • THE VIRGINIA ASH, SHERBORNE ROAD, HENSTRIDGE, SOMERSET BA8 0PL 
The Village of Stalbridge has 2 all-weather surface tennis courts, situated in the scenic surroundings of the Stalbridge Playing fields, just off Park Grove. The Tennis Club is run by a committee which meets annually for the A.G.M., usually in April, and is open to all members of the public.
The Club is actively recruiting new members and would especially welcome any members who wish to serve on the committee. The tennis season runs for 12 months from May 1st. Notices are placed around the village and on the Tennis Club notice board (adjacent to the courts), advising when subscriptions are due and the cost of annual membership. Upon joining a security key is issued, which unlocks the gate . Members can play at any time, although certain 'On Court' rules apply. The tennis club does not run a booking system. Membership fees for 2019/20 are: Family £40 Single £20 Junior (Under 18) £10 NEW MEMBERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME
AT STALBRIDGE TENNIS CLUB - CONTACT - ANN MOORE (Chairman): 01963 362159 J. CHALLONER (Secretary): 01963 363810 A. FLAVELL (Treasurer): 01963 362451 
Stalbridge Table Tennis Club Wednesday Evenings Session starting on Wednesday 22nd May 2019 will run from 7.30pm to 9.30pm in The Community Hall at Stabridge Hall. For more information call Eric Williams on 01963 365704. Everyone Welcome. 
Ring Street Filling Station is open till 5.00pm today, Monday May 6th. 
After a turnout of nearly 40% the results of the Stalbridge Town Council Election for 11 councillors have been published. Here they are below... You can also view the results for other towns and the results of the Dorset Council Election by visiting the DorsetForYou website. Click on the button below...
Margot and Steve invite you to sample some succulent seafood at their next themed dinner evening at Thyme After time Café in Stalbridge... SOFISHTICATION ! including a gorgeous mediterranean Paella, which Margot will be cooking up outside in their marquee. Why not have a look at their menu for the evening by visiting their website, then give them a call to book your table! (Hint....these events get fully booked really quickly)
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