Dorset Echo | Wyke, Lanehouse & Westham

Tune up in Westham

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:24:57 +0000

The Harmonia Singers, directed by David Bruce-Payne, perform a choral selection at St Paul's Church, Abbotsbury Road, Weymouth on Sunday January 22, at 4.00pm. Entrance is free and everyone is welcome.

Step out in Wyke

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:23:52 +0000

Missing Strictly? Take to the floor with Ballroom and Latin classes for all ages, from 4 to 94 (although of course there’s strictly no upper limit). Wyke Regis Memorial Hall hosts dance classes on Monday and Thursday evenings: from beginners through to advanced, there are sessions for all. Call to book on 07413 612873.

A Season of Goodwill for Wyke and Westham

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 12:31:11 +0000

Welcome to the first column of the New Year! All through Wyke and Westham, December was quite a whirl. Beachview Community Centre celebrated with a fine buffet and with carols from the choir of Wyke Regis Junior School. The young singers turned in a simply amazing performance. Fiveways Community Centre celebrated Christmas lunch with over 40 diners sharing a delicious meal at Wellworthy Social Club, with dancing to live music. Dorset Close Christmas lunch was a great success too.

Great Prizes with Markham and Little Francis

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 21:43:46 +0000

WESTHAM: The Society for the Protection of Markham and Little Francis are running another fantastic CHRISTMAS RAFFLE. First prize is £500 cash, kindly donated by the Weymouth Tandoori, second prize is a hamper of fine foods, 3rd is a case of fine wine and 4th is a meal for two at the Weymouth Tandoori. The draw is on Wednesday 21 December, 9.00pm, at the Admiral Hardy Pub. Tickets are available by telephone on 775553 or 779936.

New Wildlife Garden for Westham

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 21:41:58 +0000

WESTHAM: All generations worked together to put down roots at WESTHAM CROSSROADS ALLOTMENTS for a new wildlife and woodland garden. On November 19, Mayor Graham Winter planted the first of over 100 saplings kindly donated by Dorset Wildlife Trust. There was a great turnout, the sun shone and the mud stuck to everyone’s boots. Photo: Catherine Brown.

Westham hike for charity

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 21:32:31 +0000

WESTHAM: A triumphant team completed their gruelling 21-mile hike from Chickerell Camp to Bovington Camp on November 12. Chris Edwards and friends aim to raise £1,000 for SCOTTY’S LITTLE SOLDIERS and for Westham Community Group. The sun shone for most of the way, as Simon Yeats, Rick Hughes and Ryan Hope covered the miles ahead of schedule.

Christmas in style at Wyke

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 21:30:55 +0000

Wyke REGIS: All Saints Church invite you to their CHRISTMAS BAZAAR on Saturday December 3, from 12 noon in Wyke Memorial Hall. There will be plenty of stalls with gift ideas for everyone, fun and games for the children and the opportunity to meet Father Christmas. Refreshments will be served all afternoon. Come along and join in the festive fun and help us to raise much needed funds for our church.

Wyke with a song in its heart

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 21:29:32 +0000

Wyke REGIS: WORDPLAY took Wyke by storm for the second year running. An inspiring mix of readings and music kept residents entertained at Wyke Memorial Hall. We joined in on “Juice-Alem”, an apple-cheeked version of the well-loved hymn, swooned to the romance of “Yes, I remember it well”, and thrilled to the voices of Sophie and Philippa Easthope. Nunsuch took the stage for a colourful grand finale. A fabulous £400 was raised for Wyke Memorial Hall. Organizer Michael Wheller would like to thank Gary Hepburn and Samantha on sound and lights, all the entertainers and all those who supported the event.

Time to say goodbye

Sat, 23 Apr 2011 14:25:44 +0100

WHILST being sure I’m making the right decision, it is with sadness and after some thought that I write my final contribution for this column. Unfortunately our terms and conditions as community correspondents have been fundamentally changed and as a matter of principle I feel I cannot continue. I want to say an enormous thank you to everyone who has sent me their news over these past 5 years.

Volunteers turn out to improve allotment site

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 21:34:20 +0100

VOLUNTEERS from the allotment holders at Westham Crossroads Allotments worked hard to surface a second major trackway, fixing weed suppressant covers in place before tipping donated tarmac chippings onto this, raking it smooth and rolling it to create a level path and easier access. Volunteers have also begun the hard work of clearing thick brambles and weeds from a neglected and overgrown corner of the allotments, preparing it to eventually become a wildlife corner and socialising area.