The Toller Porcorum Village Hall now has its own web site and can be reached via the link: Toller Porcorum Village Hall
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toller times August & September 2022
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August 2022 - More work has begun to save our church
Many of you will have noticed that scaffolding and metal fencing has been erected around the tower of our church in recent days. This is to carry out the next phase of repairs to the fabric to help ensure that the building remains safe for the future.
The conservation works for phase 2 of the tower involve repointing and stonework repair.
An inspection and assessment of the condition of stonework and pointing to the external faces of the West and North and South walls is being undertaken.
This will include the parapets, belfry openings, the buttresses to the North West and South West corners of the tower and those parts of the buttress to the North East corner of the tower and stair turret that were not repointed as part of the phase 1 works.
Following a close inspection of the tower to determine the extent of the necessary repairs the work will involve the conservation and possible replacement of defective stonework and the repointing of empty joints and joints where loose and/or hollow lime or cement-based pointing has deteriorated.
The works will involve the provision of new lime-based mortar repairs to the stonework and the repair and conservation of the West, North and South openings into the belfry as well as making good of mortar around the glazed windows.
An inspection and assessment of the condition of stonework and pointing to the external faces of the West and North and South walls is being undertaken.
This will include the parapets, belfry openings, the buttresses to the North West and South West corners of the tower and those parts of the buttress to the North East corner of the tower and stair turret that were not repointed as part of the phase 1 works.
Following a close inspection of the tower to determine the extent of the necessary repairs the work will involve the conservation and possible replacement of defective stonework and the repointing of empty joints and joints where loose and/or hollow lime or cement-based pointing has deteriorated.
The works will involve the provision of new lime-based mortar repairs to the stonework and the repair and conservation of the West, North and South openings into the belfry as well as making good of mortar around the glazed windows.
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The Cafe at the Kingcombe centre
is now open and well worth a visit
Check on facebook for up-to-date menu information
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WE'VE Been chosen!
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To find out more follow this link: https://deframedia.blog.gov.uk/2021/10/19/an-ambitious-new-strategy-for-chalk-streams/ |
Toller Trails – a booklet of local walks
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James Feaver and Neil Farmer have produced a booklet of local walks. It is now ready and copies can be bought at £6. You will receive your copy by email for you to print out walks as you need them, though a few paper copies will be available from the Post Office. All proceeds will be divided between the village hall, church roof appeal and recreation ground.
Go to www.tollervillagehall.co.uk/walks to see extracts from the booklet and order your copy.
Go to www.tollervillagehall.co.uk/walks to see extracts from the booklet and order your copy.
Covid19 grants available from the parish council
mahjong anyone?
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Toller POrcorum and other local people seeking an affordable home in the area need to be on the housing register if they want to be prioritised
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Please read the attached file or follow the link for instructions on how to register for priority in this area or contact the Toller Porcorum Community Land Trust.
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Butterfly recorders urgently required
The regular recording of butterflies ins now playing a part in measuring progress in maintaining biodiversity of our species and in assessing the speed of global warming. As a result, Dorset Butterfly Conservation needs more recorders in the Powerstock Common/Kingcombe areas. If you are willing to give up time to walk a set route counting butterflies, please contact The Dorset Butterfly Conservation Society via their web site: www.dorsetbutterflies.com.
Experts & Beginners are all welcome(it’s a great way to get to know different butterflies. Training is available if needed.
Experts & Beginners are all welcome(it’s a great way to get to know different butterflies. Training is available if needed.
REquest for community ideas
Toller and Hooke Women's Institute meeting
No Meeting in August
6th September - 6.30 pm
Assemble at The Kingcombe Centre for a walk around the meadows. Then return to the village hall for business Metin, tea & coffee. |
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For the full year's programme click on this link to visit the W I page: /womens-institute.html
Toller Porcorum Emergency Plan Has been updated - AUgust 2022
For full document see Parish Council Emergency Plan - click link Emergency Plan www.tollerporcorumparish.org/shared/attachments.asp?f=b0f12106%2D22ef%2D4fac%2D9498%2Da243978f565e%2Epdf&o=Toller%2DEmergency%2DPlan%2D2021%2Epdf
library service at toller porcorum
We now have a computer up and running at the Post office, so if you would like to use it for ordering library books please do so. We will need a copy of the barcode on your library card together with your pin. Please contact Evelyn at the Post office for further information.
The Dorset Clinical Commissioning Group
Neville Higman (Chair of the PPG) has said that all patients are automatically members and are welcome to
get involved.
Neville Higman (Chair of the PPG) has said that all patients are automatically members and are welcome to
get involved.
Tollerford Practice PPG page -
http://www.thetollerfordpractice.nhs.uk/patient-participation-group,51754.htm
Now read on:
KEY MESSAGES FROM THE
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Statement from the chief executive
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Strategy and plan document
Read the whole plan by downloading the file below.
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Power cut? New phone number 105 launches in September |
On 6th September 2016 a new national phone number “105” will be launched by electricity network operators for customers to call should they need to report or get information about a power cut in their area. As key stakeholders who work with members of the public who may be affected by power cuts, Western Power Distribution wanted to share this information with you. This a nationwide service that may well be of benefit to you and them.
Key points to note about this service are: · Dialling 105 will put customers through to their local electricity network operator – the company that manages the cables, power lines and substations that deliver electricity into homes and businesses in their area. · 105 is just one of the ways that customers can contact their electricity network operator. Customers can also contact them by phone or via their website, and most network operators are on social media too. · 105 is a free service for people in England, Scotland and Wales. · Customers can call 105 no matter who they choose to buy electricity from. · Customers can also call 105 if they spot damage to electricity power lines and substations that could put anyone in danger. If there’s a serious immediate risk, they should call the emergency services too. If you have any questions or would like any further information, do let us know by contacting us on 0800 096 3080 or info@westernpower.co.uk. |
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Telephone fraudsters are again targeting Dorset residents.
People are being tricked by cold callers into either transferring money to a fake bank account or by sending a courier to collect it from your home address.
Protect yourself from criminals – NEVER give out your pin number or bank details to ANYONE who calls you, no matter who they claim to be, or where they claim to be from.
If you receive a call from someone who wants your bank details:
Hang up the phone and call 101, ask for the relevant Police Force and get the details they provided corroborated. We understand 101 can result in a long wait sometimes, but rather that than losing out on your hard earn money.
People are being tricked by cold callers into either transferring money to a fake bank account or by sending a courier to collect it from your home address.
Protect yourself from criminals – NEVER give out your pin number or bank details to ANYONE who calls you, no matter who they claim to be, or where they claim to be from.
- Never give your pin number or bank details to anyone over the phone
- Never send cash in a taxi or via courier
- Never send bank cards anywhere – always keep them with you
If you receive a call from someone who wants your bank details:
- Hang up
- Wait for at least five minutes
- Dial 1471 and write down the telephone number
- Call the police immediately
Hang up the phone and call 101, ask for the relevant Police Force and get the details they provided corroborated. We understand 101 can result in a long wait sometimes, but rather that than losing out on your hard earn money.
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Allotments to Let in Toller Porcorum
There are vacant plots immediately available next to the Village Hall.
If you are interested please contact Patrick Woodford, Village Hall Treasurer on 01300 321365 or at pwoodford@sysmondsandsampson.co.uk
If you are interested please contact Patrick Woodford, Village Hall Treasurer on 01300 321365 or at pwoodford@sysmondsandsampson.co.uk
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DORSET FLOOD RISK information
Link to detailed information on the 'Dorsetforyou' web site - http://www.dorsetforyou.com/localfloodrisk
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Link to detailed information on the 'Dorsetforyou' web site - http://www.dorsetforyou.com/localfloodrisk
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Having trouble with your digital radio reception?
Here is the advice that the Parish Council have received from The Dorset Broadcasting Action Group (DORBAG):
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DCC's new travel information web site.
Dorset County Council launched a new traffic and travel portal 'TravelDorset'.
TravelDorset brings together all traffic and travel information for the whole of the county including live traffic alerts, road works, diversions, live bus and rail departures and cycling/walking routes.
This is a great resource for local residents, businesses and visitors helping them get from A to B whether it's by road, bus, train, bike or on foot.
Please could you consider linking to it from your website with text such as:
TravelDorset has a range of useful information to help you travel easily around Dorset by car, public transport or other means. This includes up to the minute traffic information, the location and cost of car parks and live information about bus times.
The website address is: http://www.dorsetforyou.com/traveldorset
TravelDorset brings together all traffic and travel information for the whole of the county including live traffic alerts, road works, diversions, live bus and rail departures and cycling/walking routes.
This is a great resource for local residents, businesses and visitors helping them get from A to B whether it's by road, bus, train, bike or on foot.
Please could you consider linking to it from your website with text such as:
TravelDorset has a range of useful information to help you travel easily around Dorset by car, public transport or other means. This includes up to the minute traffic information, the location and cost of car parks and live information about bus times.
The website address is: http://www.dorsetforyou.com/traveldorset
Here's a good link for anyone interested in the old station and railway line - with lots of pictures - click on:
http://www.disused-stations.org.uk/t/toller/index.shtml