June 28, 2011
The Milton Lodge is a small friendly, family owned Bed and Breakfast set in the heart of the lovely Blackmore Vale. The house stands in grounds of 5 acres which includes a lovely outdoor swimming pool and boasts some delightful views over the local countryside.
Earlier this year the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance landed on the front paddock of the hotel when one of the hotel’s cricket team members suffered a cardiac arrest whilst cutting the grass.
On Thursday 7th July, owners Maureen and Terry are holding an Open Afternoon where the general public can enjoy a tour of the house and view the attractive gardens. Free cream teas and cakes will be served in the newly refurbished tea/function room between 3 pm-6 pm with donations welcome to the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance. (more…)
June 27, 2011
There are hundreds of reasons why we love living in the country, especially in the summer when the weather is good. The quiet country lanes are wonderful to wander down. The rolling hills and Jurassic Coast provide us all with plenty of space to relax and exercise.
But a downside of rural life is that when an accident or emergency occurs and we can’t always get an ambulance out to help fast enough. The Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance is therefore a much loved local Charity because it saves lives across our countryside, rescuing people in remote spots.
Creeds the Printers are located out in “the sticks” at the tine village of Broadoak, near Bridport. Owners Marilyn and Harry Harrison know that the Air Ambulance is a hugely valuable asset for country folk. Fortunately they have not had to use it for their fourteen staff who work in their beautifully located rural printers but that doesn’t make them any less grateful for the resource that is there if they do. (more…)
June 27, 2011
Tony Foot and Keith Roser, organisers of the annual inter-pub clay shoot would like to express there sincere thanks for the massive support given at this year’s event which took place on 4th June.
This year’s participating pubs included The Baker Arms, The Fiddleford, The Royal Oak, The Cricketers, The Swan, The Antelope, The Bull and the host pub – The White Horse at Hinton St Mary.
Those taking part enjoyed beautiful weather, a fantastic buffet and a rowdy auction. (more…)
June 20, 2011
Endurance GB invites you to take place in a Charity event in aid of the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance at Endurance GB’s Phoenix Ride.
Classes Available – There are two fund-raising classes, a 20 mile route (Class 6, entry fee £23) down to Wimbleball Lake and a shorter 10 mile route (Class 7, entry fee £20) over Kennisham Hill and the surrounding countryside. Both routes use private tracks and fields that are not normally open to horse riders, taking in some beautiful views.
Venue – The venue for The Phoenix Ride is on the east side of Exmoor, about 4 miles west of Wheddon Cross on the B3224. This venue provides easy access from the road and ample parking for both trailers and lorries of any size.Other Facilities – There will be tea, coffee and hot & cold snacks available both before and after the ride. There will also be a photographer on the course. (more…)
June 17, 2011
More than 200 riders from across Dorset and Somerset will be getting on their bikes this weekend to help support their local Air Ambulance.
They will be taking part in the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance’s (DSAA) fund-raising Coast 2 Coast (C2C) event on Sunday, June 19.
The ride covers 54 miles from the Somerset coast to the Dorset coast and is being held as part of National Bike Week. (more…)
June 17, 2011
The paramedics and pilots at the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance are urging women in the region to donate unwanted bras to help fund their essential lifesaving service. The 4th annual Bag A Bra week will be hosted by Bournemouth’s Castlepoint Shopping Park from 20 – 26 June. Special collection bins will be found along the two shopping malls and a 540 meter washing line of bras strung across the walkways will create awareness to the recycling campaign.
Bag A Bra week will not only fundraise for the service that can fly up to 8 emergency missions a day, but benefit women in developing countries who do not have the money or selection of bras offered by retailers in the UK.
Annette Plaistow-Trapaud, Fundraising Co-ordinator for the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance, said all donations to Bag A Bra week would be appreciated: “We are grateful to women in the area who will help us by recycling their unwanted bras. We would also urge everyone to continue to use our clothing banks at Castlepoint and other sites in the region.” (more…)
The Milton Lodge is a small friendly, family owned Bed and Breakfast set in the heart of the lovely Blackmore Vale. The house stands in grounds of 5 acres which includes a lovely outdoor swimming pool and boasts some delightful views over the local countryside.
