1. art and entertainment
2. theatre

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end oF an era as sue ryder Closes
www.melkshamnews.com
29TH JANUARY 2015
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Chance to say farewell
to man who brought
thunderbirds to life
FRiENDS and family of
a whitley man who
helped bring Thunderbirds to life will get the
chance to say goodbye at
his funeral.
Douglas Luke’s funeral
will take place at Devizes
cemetery on Friday 30th
January at 10am and anyone is welcome to attend.
In his life Doug
achieved so much as a
stills photographer and was
an important part in the
making of Thunderbirds as
his
imaginative
shots
helped bring the puppets to
life. His work on the set of
the hit show created
images for merchandise,
comics, annuals, toys,
games and general publicity with much of his work
still used today.
Sadly, he died after suffering with dementia and
his death has led to many
M
SuE Ryder sadly closed
its doors on Saturday
10th January after over
10 years of trading in
Melksham.
Manager,
Tracie
Winslow said, “The lease
was up, and Sue Ryder
didn't want to renew it.
“The shop has been
extremely successful, making over £36,000 net profit
for the hospices, to provide
incredible care. We are
looking for new premises
in Melksham, and hope to
be back in the near future.
“I would like to thank
tributes from fans of
Thunderbirds and the
supermarionation shows
he captured.
For more information
about the funeral contact
Ashley at John Stuart
Funeral
Directors
on
01225433649
all the loyal customers, for
all the donations and purchases you made, every
single one helping us raise
money. Many customers
we knew by name, who
came in daily. You're truly
missed already.
“My team have been
amazing. We are more than
just work colleagues, we're
friends, which has made
the closure so much harder
to bear. A big thank you to
every one who has supported us over the years.
We
have
thoroughly
enjoyed our shop, and have
Goldies singing
GolDEN-olDiES
in
Melksham run regular
events and fun monthly
singing
sessions
for
everyone.
They sing the popular
hits of the 50s onwards and
encourage people to dance,
sing and relax with a cup
of tea and a chat with their
session leader and other
participants.
These groups offer
opportunities for people to
make supportive friendships and a regular fun
activity to attend.
Come along to your next
session in Melksham at
Thornbank
Community
Room on Tuesday 10th
February and then every
second Tuesday of every
month from 10.30-11.30am.
make it Ryder, and hope to be back
a happy in Melksham soon.”
will still
Pictured: Tracie and
for Sue the Sue Ryder team
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MelkshaM town CounCil
CounCillor VaCanCy
tidy town day
T
earn tiMe Credits
M
elksham is now participating in the national
Time Credit scheme. when volunteers give
one hour of time to particular projects they
are rewarded with one Time Credit which can be spent
at participating establishments for an hour of activity.
Melksham Town Council are participating in the
scheme by awarding Time Credits to people who sign up
to the scheme and join in litter picking initiatives around
the town. Time Credits can then be exchanged for cinema
tickets at Melksham Assembly Hall .
For more information call the Town Hall on 01225
704187 or email miriam@ melkshamtown.co.uk.
MelkshaM Food
and riVer FestiVal
F
5th - 6th sePteMBer 2015
ollowing many years of success, the Melksham Food and Drink Festival will be
merging with the Melksham River Festival
for one exciting weekend of the Melksham Food
and River Festival on 5 and 6 September 2015.
Local businesses and groups are invited to take part
with having a stall or becoming a sponsor, and keen
local people who would like to join the committee are
always welcome. Get in touch on foodandriverfestival
@melkshamtown.co.uk on 01225 704187
MelkshaM asseMBly
hall and town hall
ith rooms seating from 4 to 400 people,
the Assembly Hall and Town Hall offer a
variety of spaces for any occasion including conferences, lectures, dinners, dances and
wedding receptions.
Full catering and refreshment services are also
available with a fully licensed bar. Telephone 01225
709887 to speak to a member of the Hospitality Team.
PLEASE GIVE US A CALL ON: 07841 106948 OR 01225 705709
JANUARY 2015 NEWSLETTER
elksham Town Council currently has a
vacancy for a Town Councillor in the
Central ward. The Notice of Vacancy
and further details can be accessed at
www.wiltshire.gov.uk/council/elections/
electionscurrentcouncillorvacancies
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always tried to
welcoming with
atmosphere. We
be fundraising
sunday 8th FeBruary
Market PlaCe
redeVeloPMent
w
ill be taking place in 2015 to enhance the access
he first Tidy Town Day of 2015 will take
to the campus at Melksham House. A display of
place on Sunday February 8, between 1pm
information is at the Town Hall until 1st Februand 3pm. Everyone is welcome for a fun
ary and comments are welcome at the Town Hall
afternoon making a difference in Melksham.
Wear suitable clothes; meet at the Town Hall;
tools, gloves and refreshments will be provided.
D
CriCket PaVilion
o you need a space for your community group to
meet? The Cricket Pavilion in King George V
Park is available for hire during day time hours
from Monday to Friday.
Situated in an enviable location in the park, the Pavilion
has free parking, kitchen and disabled access. It provides a
versatile space for a wide range of events and activities
during the day, including meetings, training and classes.
Any groups who are interested in booking the Pavilion on a
long term or short term basis should contact 01225 709887.
T
Citizens adViCe Bureau
he Citizens Advice Bureau is in the Town Hall
every Friday between 10.00am and 3.00pm. There
is no need to make an appointment; you will be
seen on a first come first served basis.
You can also contact the CAB on the phone if you need
advice on 0844 375 2775 or 0300 456 8375 (for mobile
users) or access their website: www.adviceguide.org.uk
Visit us online at:
www.melkshamtown.co.uk
who is My loCal CounCillor?
MElKSHAM TowN CouNCilloRS
All Town Council email addresses follow this format:
firstname.lastname@melkshamtown.co.uk
CENTRAl wARD
Alison Christy
Claire Forgacs
Chris Petty
Terri Welch
NoRTH wARD
Ben Anderson
Pat Aves
Simon Hedley
Geoff Mitcham
Pamela Wiltshire
SouTH wARD
Andy Hinchcliffe
Jon Hubbard
Bruce Sanders
Richard Wiltshire
Diane Wnek
6 Lambourne Crescent
705466
41 Blackmore Road, SN12 7H
07799 538638
33 Gloucester Square, SN12 7NS
709523
11 Devonshire Place, SN12 7DW
702800
37 Addison Rd,
SN12 8DR
703038 or 07824 807107
29 Ingram Road, SN12 7JH
700633
7 Sherwood Avenue, SN12 7HH
700620 (Home) 790633 (Work)
33 Crescent Road, SN12 7EU
706463 or 07779 330042
Roundponds Farm, Shurnhold, SN12 8DF 708306
9 Martigny Court, SN12 7PD
07504 439065
2 Sweetbriar Road, SN12 6FR
707710
38 Longford Road, SN12 6AT
07706 059365 or 703134 (Work)
Roundponds Farm, Shurnhold, SN12 8DF 708306
4 Waverley Gardens, SN12 6AL
287304
wilTSHiRE CouNCil CouNCilloRS
All wiltshire Council email addresses follow this format:
firstname.lastname@wiltshire.gov.uk
MElKSHAM NoRTH
Pat Aves
29 Ingram Road, SN12 7JH
MElKSHAM SouTH
Jon Hubbard
2 Sweetbriar Road, SN12 6FR
MElKSHAM CENTRAl
David Pollitt
4 Bader Park, Bowerhill, SN12 6UF
MElKSHAM wiTHouT NoRTH
Terry Chivers
700633
707710
703941
7 Eden Grove, Whitley, SN12 8QJ 01225 949114
MElKSHAM wiTHouT SouTH
Roy While
71 Locking Close, Bowerhill. SN12 6XS 01225 704063
SuMMERHAM AND SEEND
Jonathon Seed
Wayside, Chittoe Heath, Bromham,
SN15 2EH
01380 850695
TowN ClERK: Steve Gray, Town Hall, Market Place,
Melksham. SN12 6ES. Tel. 704187.
Email:townhall@melkshamtown.co.uk
who is My MeMBer oF ParliaMent? The elected MP for the Chippenham Constituency, which encompasses
Melksham, is Mr Duncan Hames MP who can be contacted via: 01249 454110 or email: duncan@duncanhames.org.uk.
wHAT’S oN AT THE
ASSEMBly HAll
**FoR TiCKETS CAll 01225 709887**
Evening films £6, Sat £4 adults & £3 u15s
MoViES AT MElKSHAM
My olD lADy (PG)
Friday 30th January, 7:30pm
MR TuRNER (12A)
Friday 6th February, 7:30pm
TiNKERBEll & THE lEGEND
oF THE NEVER BEAST (u)
Saturday 7th February, 10:30am
THE iMiTATioN GAME (PG)
Friday 13 February, 7:30pm
EVENTS AT MElKSHAM
Screening of MiDSuMMER
NiGHT’S DREAM from
the Globe Theatre
7pm, Thursday 29th January, £8
VAlENTiNE’S BAll
7.30pm, Saturday 14th February, £15
MEGASlAM wRESTliNG
7.30pm, Friday 27th February
£12 adult, £10 child, £40 family
SEANN wAlSH
8pm, Thursday 9th April, £14
ANDy PARSoNS
8pm, Friday 15th May, £15
wEEKly
weight watchers - Thursdays 5.45pm.
west wilts Model Car Club - Mondays 7pm.
luncheon Club - 12-2pm Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri,
Sun. 01225 713810.
MoNTHly
Melksham Electronic organ Club - every
3rd Tuesday of the month. 01225 702110.
Melksham & District Historical Assoc. every 3rd Tuesday, 7.30pm. 01225 707785.
North wilts Decorative & Fine Art Society Every1st Wed, Oct-July. Start 11am, coffee
from 10.15am. £5. 01380 730059.
Melksham Rock ‘n’ Roll Club - last Sat,
7.30 pm. 07779 330042.