FASHION COSTS THE EARTH For many who say ‘I have so many clothes I don’t know what I’ve got’ I invite you to reconsider. Continuous consumerism is wrecking our planet and fashion is a key culprit. I was shocked by Stacey Dooley’s documentary on how much water is used to make one cotton jacket, 10,330 […]
Author: Paul Johnson
Valley and Valence December 2024
Community Asset TransferThe first stage of the Community Asset Transfer application to Dorset Council for a lease on the 10 acres of Land north of St Martinsfield and the Church, has been approved by the Council. After a recent meeting with Sam Hoida of DCs Estates Department to answer some of our questions regarding access […]
Valley and Valence November 2024
Green Martinstown’s Annual Supper Evening On Saturday, October 12th, I had the pleasure of attending Green Martinstown’s annual supper evening at the Village Hall, themed “Soil: The Foundation of Life.” An enthusiastic gardener and eco-conscious individual, I was really looking forward to what promised to be an educational and fun evening. The evening began with […]
Dorset Corn Exchange
After the hugely successful first Dorset COP in the Dorchester Corn Exchange last year Dorset COP returns at Bournemouth University this year on Saturday November 2nd. It is called The Power of Community. Here is more information: https://dorsetcop.info/ There is also a short video clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOlSDpvJJEA introducing this year’s event. I will be going as a rep […]
Valley and Valence October 2024
I am taking great delight from watching the young blue tits on the garden bird feeders this autumn. I like to think that that they emerged from one of the nest boxes made at a Green Martinstown event last year, when families could put together a bird box and take it home to put up […]
Valley and Valence September 2024
Beetles, Bees and Butterflies We were delighted to welcome 18 children and their grown ups to our recent fun and educational insect morning at Martinstown Village Hall. It was a privilege to be joined by CBBC presenter Naomi Wilkinson, who shared ideas for encouraging insects and other creatures into our gardens and outside spaces. There […]
Letter from Elizabeth – Bees Beatles and Butterflies
Valley and Valence July/August 2024
Beetles, Bees and Butterflies – with Naomi Wilkinson, BBC TV presenter(and daughter of Martinstown residents Katie and Peter Wilkinson)“Naomi is a television presenter who has been working non-stop in children’s TV since 1999. Whether it’s hosting shows for preschoolers or adults, Naomi is always happy to be thrown in at the deep end, even if […]
Valley and Valence June 2024
Events DiaryOpen Meeting Friday June 14th, 6 – 7.30pm. Martinstown Village Hall.Open to Members and Valley residents. Updates on activities, light refreshments and short interesting presentations on local natural history. A chance to meet up with members and the Core Group, ask questions, get involved in our projects and join our growing band of Greeners! […]
Valley and Valence May 2024
Community Asset Transfer (CAT) of Dorset Council Land owned by Dorset Council Following meetings with Green Martinstown Members and an open meeting in the village hall, it is clear that there is a desire to go ahead with an application for the Community Asset Transfer (CAT). This article outlines the process for those not present […]
