TO much surprise, a notice has appeared off Radipole Lane, stating the intention of Southern Electricity to build a substation in Radipole Wood.

Many residents are concerned, as this County Council owned wood was planted with a rich variety of trees, shrubs and bulbs by the Civic Society and is now managed by the Friends of Radipole Wood.

Substations do not require planning permission, but notices must be displayed to allow for objections by members of the public.

This proposal is attracting interest, as there is considerable concern that the wood is not a suitable site for accommodating such machinery.

For further information about how to object to this proposal, Tel: 773199 and letters may be sent to Scottish & Southern Electricity Distribution Ltd, PO Box 2004 Poole, Dorset, BH12 1YT

ST ALDHELM’S Church mid week lunch raised £71 towards Running Rector Ian Hobbs’ London Marathon for which he is collecting sponsorship in aid of Weldmar Hospice.

Forms are available at the church and there is still time to support Ian in this event.

PLANS are underway for the Stella Maris One World Group Grand Auction taking place at St Augustine's Church Hall on Saturday, April 9.

Viewing is from 10.30am to noon when the selling starts. Sale starts promptly.

Refreshments are available and this is an opportunity to come along and bag a bargain.

SOUTHILL Community Centre is the venue for a Barn Dance being held on Friday, April 29, 8pm-11.30 pm.

Weymouth Tennis Club is holding this family event to mark the occasion of the Royal Wedding.

For further details tel: 01305 773725