A DRIVER refresher course organised by Dorset County Council is taking place at the Willowbed hall on Friday, October 30.

It starts at 10am and lasts for around 3 hours.

These courses have become increasingly popular as drivers recognise that developing their driving skills, particularly related to anticipation and awareness, helps them deal with today’s traffic and can reduce their risk of being involved in a collision.

The course is free to attend and to book a place you need to contact the road safety team on (01305) 224558 or email at roadsafety@dorsetcc.gov.uk.

A CLOTHING bank has now been placed behind the Willowbed Hall for the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance.

Please put your unwanted clothes in here so they can be reused. Make sure they are clean and wearable!

THE running of the Willowbed Hall has now been taken over by Chickerell Town Council.

They will deal with any bookings so if you have a wedding or an event coming up give them a call on (01305) 767458.

THE Victory Hall hosted a coffee morning on Wednesday, September 23 in aid of Macmillan nurses.

It was a huge success and they raised the grand total of £325 for their very worthy cause.

They would like to thank everyone who helped, donated prizes for the raffle and, of course, all those who attended. It was standing room only at one point!

The regular coffee mornings are held every Wednesday at 10am and everyone is welcome.