The Alfred Daily

The Alfred Daily

Keri Jones

Essential daily news, conversation and information for Shaftesbury and the villages of the Cranborne Chase and Blackmore Vale areas of North Dorset and South Wiltshire.

The Alfred Daily – 22nd February 2025

The Alfred Daily – 22nd February 2025

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Feb 21, • 59:06

The Alfred Daily – 21st February 2025

The Alfred Daily – 21st February 2025

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Chamber of Commerce Backs Plan for New Shaftesbury Car Park Gold Hill Cheese Race Saved by Shaftesbury Chamber of Commerce Fears Over Shaftesbury Plus Daycare Closure as Dorset Council Reviews Services Dorset Council Launches Online Social Housing Wait Time Tool Dorset Apprenticeship Awards Open for Nominations Grants Available for Dorset Businesses to Improve Productivity New French-Style Market Set for Fontmell Magna in April Claire Young’s Tre

Feb 20, • 59:53

The Alfred Daily – 20th February 2025

The Alfred Daily – 20th February 2025

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Feb 19, • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 19th February 2025

The Alfred Daily – 19th February 2025

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Feb 18, • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 18th February 2025

The Alfred Daily – 18th February 2025

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Feb 17, • 59:04

The Alfred Daily – 17th February 2025

The Alfred Daily – 17th February 2025

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Feb 16, • 59:27

The Alfred Daily – 16th February 2025

The Alfred Daily – 16th February 2025

On The Alfred Daily Today: Whats Ons New Womenswear Shop Opens On Shaftesbury High Street Better Views And Unique Fundraising Idea With Hospital Friends’ Hedge Plan Dave Toulson’s Where In Shaftesbury Lost Engagement Ring Reunited With Shaftesbury Woman After Alfred Appeal Shaftesbury’s Annual Seed Swap Helps Save Heritage Veg Varieties Visitor From Norwich Shares Love Of Shaftesbury Events Within One Hour Of Shaftesbury On 17th February Kate And Karren Chat Over The Garden Fence - Lidl Supermar

Feb 15, • 58:49

The Alfred Daily – 15th February 2025

The Alfred Daily – 15th February 2025

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Feb 14, • 59:54

The Alfred Daily – 14th February 2025

The Alfred Daily – 14th February 2025

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Feb 13, • 59:52

The Alfred Daily – 13th February 2025

The Alfred Daily – 13th February 2025

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Guide Pythouse Kitchen Garden Wins Michelin Green Star and Bib Gourmand Train Disruptions to Affect Gillingham and Tisbury Passengers 22nd-28th February Coombe House Hosts Recruitment Day for Teachers and Learning Support Assistants Swiss Visitors Travel to Shaftesbury for Snowdrops Wiltshire Police Confirm 5.2% Rise in Share of Council Tax Online Information Session for Wiltshire Families with SEND Children Dorset Council Criticised by Resident

Feb 12, • 59:10

The Alfred Daily – 12th February 2025

The Alfred Daily – 12th February 2025

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Feb 11, • 59:55

The Alfred Daily – 11th February 2025

The Alfred Daily – 11th February 2025

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Events Guide Fontmell Compton and Melbury Councillor Insists on 20mph A350 During Dinah’s Hollow Works Daytime A30 Closures Continue Till Thursday Regional Womens Clothing Chain to Open in Shaftesbury CPR Training Could Address Shaftesbury’s Lower Than Average Cardiac Arrest Survival Rates The Week Ahead in the Shaftesbury Snowdrop Festival Full of Beans Pippa Rosen Hosts Shaftesbury Seed Sale and Swap Run Talk Run A Motivational Monday A Mental Health Boos

Feb 10, • 59:55

The Alfred Daily – 10th February 2025

The Alfred Daily – 10th February 2025

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Feb 9, • 58:15

The Alfred Daily – 9th February 2025

The Alfred Daily – 9th February 2025

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Feb 8, • 59:48

The Alfred Daily – 8th February 2025

The Alfred Daily – 8th February 2025

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Feb 7, • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 7th February 2025

The Alfred Daily – 7th February 2025

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Feb 6, • 58:07

The Alfred Daily – 6th February 2025

The Alfred Daily – 6th February 2025

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Feb 5, • 57:14

The Alfred Daily – 5th February 2025

The Alfred Daily – 5th February 2025

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Feb 4, • 58:20

The Alfred Daily – 4th February 2025

The Alfred Daily – 4th February 2025

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Feb 3, • 58:12

The Alfred Daily – 3rd February 2025

The Alfred Daily – 3rd February 2025

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons Fundraising To Bring Home Shaftesbury Aid Worker Who Lost Limbs In Ukraine Drone Strike “Unique” Festival Encouraging Creative Writers Returns With Competition Sunday Diners Say Farewell To Donhead’s The Forester Pub Welsh Social Media Personality Makes Witty Shaftesbury Tour Video   Free CPR And Defibrillator Course On Monday At Arts Centre Most Shaftesbury Businesses Gain Food Rating Top Marks But Two Out Of Five For One Café Canadian Visitor C

Feb 2, • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 2nd February 2025

The Alfred Daily – 2nd February 2025

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Feb 1, • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 1st February 2025

The Alfred Daily – 1st February 2025

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Events Guide Claim That Dorset Council Art Strategy Ignores North Dorset for the South of County North Dorset MP Urges Rethink of Dorset Council’s Planned Evening Parking Charge Climate Change Prompts £60K Enmore Green Church Repair Appeal Pop in for a Paperback With Motcombe Shop’s Book Exchange Love Shaftesbury: Joni de Winter on Why She’s Stayed Here 21 Years First Fine as Wiltshire Doubles Penalty for Unauthorised Signs and Posters Meet My Pet: Martin a

Jan 31, • 59:52

The Alfred Daily – 31st January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 31st January 2025

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Jan 30, • 59:17

The Alfred Daily – 30th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 30th January 2025

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Events Guide A30 Road Closure Will Disrupt And Increase Costs For Shaftesbury’s Lifeline Car Link Service Dry January – Water Cut-Off At Shaftesbury Estate MP Wants Banking Hub After Lloyds Announce Nearest Branch Closures Councillor Hopes Wessex Water Investment Will End Dirty Flow Into Motcombe Brook Two Shaftesbury Mums Celebrate Locals’ Kindness After Their Sons’ Driving Incidents Shaftesbury Residents Will Benefit From Dorset Council’s Food Cost Grants

Jan 29, • 58:24

The Alfred Daily – 29th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 29th January 2025

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Jan 28, • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 28th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 28th January 2025

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons Shaftesbury Council Doubles Funding For Photo Contest To Encourage North Dorset Tourism Town Council Ok With Converting Victorian Stables Into 3-Bed House Coffee, Chats And Creative Each Tuesday In Ashmore Donhead Garden Club Guest Will The Newt's Success Stories

Jan 27, • 58:59

The Alfred Daily – 27th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 27th January 2025

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Jan 26, • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 26th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 26th January 2025

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Jan 26, • 59:35

The Alfred Daily – 25th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 25th January 2025

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Event Guide Dorset Council Aim To Meet Net Zero Goal 5 Years Earlier By 2035  Paul Merefield’s Quiz Wiltshire Council Tax Rise But Not As Much As It Could Be Count The Birds Outside Your Home This Weekend Advice From Cann Ornithologist Tom Perrett Meet My Pet: Imelda And Her Two Sprockers Millie And Gertie Walk Of The Week: Downs And Droves From Handley With Fred The Wiltshire Moonraker Love Shaftesbury- Jo Wild-Bridges View From The Hill- Visitor From Bour

Jan 24, • 59:04

The Alfred Daily – 24th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 24th January 2025

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Events Guide Ding Dong! The Show’s a Hit: Arts Centre Cast Wow With Wizard of Oz Vintage And Recycled Clothes Sale Switch Venue For Snowdrops Baroque Festival Historian Shares Drama Of Shaftesbury Theatre Balcony Collapse View From The Hill - Black Country Visitor Loves Gold Hill Events Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury On 25th Jan Help Choose Shaftesbury Arts Centre’s Half Term Films Camden Singer Performs And Pulls Pints At Berwick’s Talbot Inn Adrian Ryder’s

Jan 23, • 58:23

The Alfred Daily – 23rd January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 23rd January 2025

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Jan 22, • 58:44

The Alfred Daily – 22nd January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 22nd January 2025

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Events Shaftesbury Town Council Agrees 25% Tax Rise Amid Calls for Tighter Spending Control Second Baroque Festival Launches With Poetry and ‘Rocking' Bach Music Shaftesbury Seasonal Reflections: Kathy Morgan Days Are Getting Longer View From The Hill: Southampton Visitors Praise Shaftesbury Events Within One Hour’s Drive Of Shaftesbury Tomorrow, 23rd January Shaftesbury Hairdresser Reaches National Award Final Dorset Police Investigate Antisocial Behaviour

Jan 21, • 59:39

The Alfred Daily – 21st January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 21st January 2025

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Events Lower Blandford Rd Traffic Restriction Proposed To Tackle School Day ‘Carnage’ Wiltshire Councillor Questions Low Spending On Donhead Area Roads Radio 2 Star’s On-Air Rant About Shaftesbury Car Park Machines Coombe House Orchard Receives Grant For Tools And Trees Cast And Crew Recruitment Drive For ‘Sound Of Music’ In Shaftesbury Events Within 1hr Drive Of Shaftesbury On Wednesday Theatre Group Dedicated Panto To Ray Humphries Memory View From The Hi

Jan 20, • 59:02

The Alfred Daily – 20th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 20th January 2025

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Events Guide, Tuesday Onwards. A Tenner To Use Shaftesbury’s Tip For Donhead, East Knoyle And Semley Villagers. £17.50 Weekly Shaftesbury Evening Parking Too Much For Residents - Council Told. Residents Call For Lorry Restrictions On Laneside, Cllr Yeo Says Lorry Shortcuts Prevent Gridlock. Clever-Electrification And Dualling Track Could Make Tisbury And Gill Trains More Reliable. Great Outdoors, Indoors - Shaftesbury’s New Caravan Showroom Opens. View From

Jan 19, • 59:52

The Alfred Daily – 19th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 19th January 2025

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Jan 18, • 59:15

The Alfred Daily – 18th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 18th January 2025

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Events Guide Radio Stars, Rockstars, Friends And Family Farewell Shaftesbury’s DJ Johnnie Walker Country Line Dancing Adds Additional Shaftesbury Area Sessions Paul Merefield’s Quiz Locals Complete Huge Meal In 30 Minutes: BadCo Fundraising Challenge At The Two Brewers Meet My Pet: Millie The Tibetan Terrier From Shaftesbury Walk Of The Week: Anne Davies On A Circular Pub Stroll Around Chicksgrove View From The Hill: Couple From Chandler’s Ford Enjoy Shaftesbury’s De

Jan 17, • 59:54

The Alfred Daily – 17th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 17th January 2025

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Jan 16, • 59:35

The Alfred Daily – 16th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 16th January 2025

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Jan 15, • 59:57

The Alfred Daily – 15th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 15th January 2025

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Jan 14, • 59:13

The Alfred Daily – 14th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 14th January 2025

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Jan 13, • 59:36

The Alfred Daily – 13th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 13th January 2025

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Jan 12, • 59:10

The Alfred Daily – 12th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 12th January 2025

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Jan 11, • 59:40

The Alfred Daily – 11th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 11th January 2025

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury School Crossing On Salisbury Road Returns Monday Says Dorset Councillor Paul Merefield’s Quiz Antiques Evaluation For The Stars Appeal Charity On Sunday Rail Disruption This Weekend For Gillingham And Tisbury Passengers Donhead Villages Invited To Meet The Neighbours On Sunday View From The Hill - Melksham Visitor Originally From Russia Rates Shaftesbury First Shaftesbury Cricket Club Girl Talent Spotted As Club Moves Winter Practice

Jan 11, • 59:22

The Alfred Daily – 10th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 10th January 2025

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Jan 9, • 59:51

The Alfred Daily – 9th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 9th January 2025

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury events guide. Cllr Derek Beer Hopes ‘Bold’ Dorset Council Budget Won’t Bring Job Losses Ice - Pound Lane Closed, Skids Outside Spar Open Air Swimming In The Snow At Shaftesbury Cold Water Lido Test Your Shaftesbury News Story Knowledge At Black Cactus Cafe’s Quiz Shaftesbury Gallery 2025 Showcase - Artists Pick Their Favourite Works Shaftesbury Morrison’s Daily - Recruiting Staff View From The Hill: Visitor From Castle Cary Events Within One Hour’s Drive Of

Jan 8, • 58:09

The Alfred Daily – 8th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 8th January 2025

(Episode 1754) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Dorset Council Urge MPs To Back Climate Bill - Simon Hoare Says He’s Co-Sponsoring It Grosvenor Hotel Had “Great 2024” And Now Want To Add Extra Bed Space Ice Alert For Wednesday Night And Thursday Morning With Alfred Weatherman Ash Jury Tributes To Hilltop Majorettes Founder Julia Henstridge Shaftesbury Goes Marmalade Mad As Shoppers Stock Up On Seville Oranges Events Within One Hour’s Drive Of Shaftesbury On 9th January Shaftesb

Jan 7, • 59:16

The Alfred Daily – 7th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 7th January 2025

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Jan 6, • 59:51

The Alfred Daily – 6th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 6th January 2025

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Events Guy’s Marsh’s 24 Temporary Cells Allowed to Become Permanent Retired Shaftesbury PC Calls for More Police After High Street Assault When He Was Pushed Through Shop Window Lox Lane Reopens After Two-Vehicle Collision Carlink Reopens as Co-Organiser Martin Hull Returns from Hospital Would You Support a 20mph Speed Limit Around Shaftesbury School? View From the Hill: Visitors from Bristol Enjoy Shaftesbury Antique Shops Wiltshire Residents Share Priorit

Jan 5, • 59:52

The Alfred Daily – 5th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 5th January 2025

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Jan 4, • 59:33

The Alfred Daily – 4th January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 4th January 2025

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons For The Week Ahead Glossy Leaflet Delivered Door-To-Door Should Offer Insight Into Shaftesbury Town Council Ye Olde Two Brewers Adds Bakery After Grant Enables Sourdough Baking Shaftesbury Soldier Retiring After Sight Loss Plans Veterans Support Fundraiser Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Dorset’s New High Sheriff Joins Board Giving Charity Grants View From The Hill: Visitors From Poole Glad They Stopped Here ! Shaftesbury’s Most Inquisitive Cat, Pepper

Jan 3, • 59:07

The Alfred Daily – 3rd January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 3rd January 2025

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Jan 2, • 59:31

The Alfred Daily – 2nd January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 2nd January 2025

On The Alfred Daily Today: What's On  B3091 Reopens After Lorry Spills Offal On St John’s Hill Pay-And-Display Machine Vandalised On Coppice Street To Avoid Payment Expert Dietitian And Author To Host Meals For A Better Menopause Talk In Shaftesbury Entries Open For Shaftesbury’s First Ice Swimming Event At The Lido Shaston’s Seasonal Reflections With Kathy Morgan New Year Fitness Tips With Pilates Teacher Mark Thistlewood And Boxing Coach Cas Wickenden Visitors Share Views On Shaftesbury, Inclu

Jan 1, • 58:20

The Alfred Daily – 1st January 2025

The Alfred Daily – 1st January 2025

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Tributes Paid To Shaftesbury Ambassador And Radio 2 Star Johnnie Walker, Aged 79 Shaftesbury’s New Year Gusts Peak At 42 Miles An Hour Gold Hill Steps Restricted Due To Storm Damage At St Peter’s Church Over £6,200 Raised By Town Hall Markets For Two Charities Gold Hill Fair Celebration To Return As Part Of Carnival Events Parish Council Leaders Reflect On 2024 Achievements And 2025 Goals Shaftesbury Town Clerk Highlights ’24 Success And Lays Out

Dec 31, 2024 • 59:36

The Alfred Daily – 31st December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 31st December 2024

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Dec 30, 2024 • 1:00:12

The Alfred Daily – 30th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 30th December 2024

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Dec 30, 2024 • 59:28

The Alfred Daily – 29th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 29th December 2024

(Episode 1744) On The Alfred Daily Today:

Dec 28, 2024 • 59:56

The Alfred Daily – 28th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 28th December 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Changing Climate and Storm Damage Drive Up Shaftesbury Town Council Costs Can Gadgets Capture Spirit Voices? Find Out When Shaftesbury’s Ghost Walks Return Young Farmers Boost Fund Supporting Shaftesbury’s Farming And Horticultural Students   Paul Merefield’s Quiz Meet My Pet – 16 Year Old Terrier, Tia Real Christmas Tree Collections In Shaftesbury Pantos Within 1Hr Of Shaftesbury View From The Hill – Plymouth Visitor Highly Rates Pamplemousse’s

Dec 27, 2024 • 57:56

The Alfred Daily – 27th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 27th December 2024

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Dec 26, 2024 • 59:26

The Alfred Daily – 26th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 26th December 2024

(Episode 1741) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury WHAT’S ONS Shaftesbury Family Offers Christmas Meal, Music, And Movie For Locals Alone On The 25th Parking Issues Raised At Christmas Eve Shaftesbury Police Pop-Up Friends Make Podcast In Fontmell For Lovers Of Language And Laughter Locals Choose Tikka Over Turkey At Chutneys’ First Christmas Lunchtime Opening View From The Hill: Visitors From Collumpton Share Their Thoughts Pantos To Enjoy Within A Short Drive Of Shaftesbury Jackie And Jean

Dec 25, 2024 • 58:34

The Alfred Daily – 25th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 25th December 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Thoughts for Christmas Day From the Bishop of Sherborne, Karen Gorham Fire Crews Attend Blaze in Centre of Fontmell Magna Christmas Star – Madjeston’s World Champion Boxer Ruby Else-White Christmas Greetings From Parish Council Chairs: David Webber From Melbury Abbas and Cann John Feltham From Donhead St Mary Alex Chase From Shaftesbury Hannah Lister From Fontmell Magna David Curless From Semley and Sedgehill Saluting Emergency Workers on Christmas Day: Matt Scott Fr

Dec 24, 2024 • 59:20

The Alfred Daily – 24th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 24th December 2024

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Dec 23, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 23rd December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 23rd December 2024

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Dec 23, 2024 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 22nd December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 22nd December 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Man Sammy Landers - Recognised Worldwide For Steering Football Subs In A New Direction Anyone For Tennis? Fontmell’s New Court Complete Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Kathy Morgan The Donhead Show With Lynda Appleby - How Ludwell Stores Has Christmas Wrapped Up Events Within One Hour’s Drive Of Shaftesbury On Monday, 23rd December Kate And Karren - Chat Over The Garden Fence View From The Hill - Bournemouth Visitors Rate Our Town Shaf

Dec 21, 2024 • 58:39

The Alfred Daily – 21st December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 21st December 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Rotarians Give Rachel Caldwell Civic Award to Open House North Dorset MP Simon Hoare Seeks Assurance Over Rural Post Following Royal Mail Sale Paul Merefield’s Quiz Motcombe Man To Ski To South Pole After Christmas Winter Solstice: How Shaftesbury Lines Up with Stonehenge - Phil Proctor Shaftesbury Christmas: Donhead Christmas Memories. Mark Jeffrey On The Village Nativity  View from the Hill: Romanian Visitors Love Shaftesbury Events Within One

Dec 20, 2024 • 59:50

The Alfred Daily – 20th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 20th December 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Dorset Council Pull Funding For Wincombe Lane School Crossing Patrol - Shaftesbury Primary Surprised at Decision Dorset Council Elections Go Ahead Next Year Despite Dorset Wiltshire Somerset Mayor Poll in 2026 Shaftesbury School Rag Day Raises Over £2,100 Dorset Councillors Concerned Homeschooled Kids Could Slip Through Safety Net Shaftesbury Barber Working 6am Till Midnight to Beat Christmas Backlog First Christmas At Gemma Shean’s Shaftesbury S

Dec 19, 2024 • 58:59

The Alfred Daily – 19th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 19th December 2024

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Dec 18, 2024 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 18th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 18th December 2024

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Dec 17, 2024 • 59:36

The Alfred Daily – 17th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 17th December 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s ons, ,Neighbourhood Plan Changes Protect Green Spaces and Suggest Future Housing Sites Tyres Slashed, Bus Shelter Smashed - Dorset Police Urge Anti-Social Behaviour Reporting Shaftesbury Road Closures Grant For Shaftesbury Refugee Group Will Fund Social Events and Support The Shaftesbury Businesses Surprisingly Busy Before Christmas Tikka Not Turkey - Chutneys’s First Christmas Day Opening 100 Years of Shaftesbury Abbey: Julie Wood on the Herb Garden

Dec 17, 2024 • 59:29

The Alfred Daily – 16th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 16th December 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons.. Carnival’s Illuminated Tractor Parade Will Pass Through Shaftesbury Train Service Changes Over Festive Season Minster’s Mill Street Closed until Wednesday Lifesaving Blood Bike Makes Shaftesbury Delivery Shaftesbury Man Takes Action Over Guy’s Marsh Road Ice Risk Local Trust Will Double Schoolgirls Fundraising for St. James Church Clock Repair Shaftesbury Town Council Considers Major Investment to Keep Lido Afloat Innovative 3D Printing Transfo

Dec 15, 2024 • 59:11

The Alfred Daily – 15th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 15th December 2024

(Episode 1730) On The Alfred Daily Today:

Dec 14, 2024 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 14th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 14th December 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons For The Weekend And Next Week Plainclothes Police Target Shaftesbury Shoplifters, Say They’re Getting Results Prue Leith Rescheduled For January After Today’s Illness Cancellation Paul Merefield’s Quiz Motorhome Parking And Tunnel Investigation Part Of Newtown Centre Car Park Plans Meet My Pet: Figgy From Victoria Street Blandford Artists Show Varied Works In Shaftesbury At Arts Centre Gallery Why The Bells Were Ringing On Friday Night Walker Of

Dec 13, 2024 • 59:54

The Alfred Daily – 13th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 13th December 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury’s Weekend Events Dorset Council Start Compulsory Purchase Of Dinah’s Hollow Wanted – Your Motcombe And Shaftesbury Pics To Promote North Dorset To Visitors Historic Shaftesbury Bank Conversion Impresses Delegation From Museum Clouds House Residents Share Recovery Stories At East Knoyle Carol Service Shaftesbury Late-Night Shopping Brings Festive Cheer From Sea Shantiers Friendly Jackdaw Becomes Shaftesbury’s Attraction View From The Hill – Winter Visitor Fr

Dec 12, 2024 • 59:30

The Alfred Daily – 12th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 12th December 2024

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Dec 11, 2024 • 59:20

The Alfred Daily – 11th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 11th December 2024

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Dec 10, 2024 • 58:05

The Alfred Daily – 10th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 10th December 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Footpath Closure In St James Following Storm Damage Storm Saves Cash For Enmore Green Church, Felling Tree For Free Coombe House’s Growth And Community Involvement Praised Missing Tabby Cat Search In St James’ Laundry Lane Area Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra Inspires Fontmell Magna Kids Motorhome Parking Debate Heats Up In Shaftesbury Elm Hill Road Closure In Motcombe And Other Traffic Updates Winter Solstice Meditation Event In Donhead St Mary East London Visitors Sha

Dec 9, 2024 • 59:36

The Alfred Daily – 9th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 9th December 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Councillor Questions Bus Provision For “The Jewel Of Tourism” In North Dorset Syrian-Born Shaftesbury Couple Reflect On Overthrow Of Dictator Assad Claims That Lion’s Mouth Repair Is Too Slow Storm Darragh Impacts Shaftesbury Christmas Market Boobs Charity Shop Celebrates Its First Christmas In Shaftesbury Wrong Route Advisory Given Over Fontmell Road Closure Berwick Prepares For Lantern Procession Heavy Metal On Handbells At Fontmell Fundraiser Dorset Council Urged To

Dec 8, 2024 • 59:10

The Alfred Daily – 8th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 8th December 2024

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Dec 7, 2024 • 59:56

The Alfred Daily – 7th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 7th December 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Upcoming Events For Sunday And The Week Ahead Storm Darragh Brings Tree Down On Car In Blackmore Vale - Clean-Up Underway Tree Collapse Blocks Stoney Path Power Outages Hit Villages Across The Shaftesbury Area Shaftesbury Play Park On Maple Road Will Be Rebuilt And Resited Santa’s Sleigh To Visit Tesco In Shaftesbury This Sunday After Storm Disruption Shaftesbury Chef Philippa Davis To Host Channel 5’s Festive TV Show Walk Through History: Exploring Fontmell Parva With

Dec 6, 2024 • 59:34

The Alfred Daily – 6th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 6th December 2024

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Dec 5, 2024 • 59:04

The Alfred Daily – 5th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 5th December 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons Melbury Council Hears Of Frustrations Over New A30/B3081 Junction Dorset Council CEO Matt Prosser Resigns For New Zealand Role Amid Challenges Shaftesbury’s Christmas Street Market Promises Festive Variety This Sunday Fontmell Residents Demand Action On Flooding At Piper’s Mill Weybridge Visitors Reflect On Dorset’s Gold Hill Charm Shaftesbury Abbey Marks 100 Years As Ancient Monument - The Four Faces Stonework Shaftesbury’s Shop Windows - Forget

Dec 4, 2024 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 4th December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 4th December 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Council Requests Pedestrian Crossings On Busy Roads Public Ownership For Rail Service Through Gillingham And Tisbury Announced Dorset Council Defends Safety Measures On Icy Shaftesbury Road Society Of Dorset Men Welcomes Women Members For First Time Motcombe Young Farmer Lucy Peck To Volunteer In Sri Lanka View From The Hill Acoustic Cafe Returns With Festive Music And Local Performers Submission Grappling Group Expands With Women-Only Sessions Matt Boatwri

Dec 3, 2024 • 59:56

The Alfred Daily – 3rd December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 3rd December 2024

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Dec 2, 2024 • 59:46

The Alfred Daily – 2nd December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 2nd December 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Council Debates Grosvenor Road Crossing Proposal Dorset Businesses Consulted On National Insurance Increase Impact Dorset Police Say Locals Reporting Drink And Drug Driving Will Be Kept Informed Festive Outfits Fill Motcombe’s Lanes During Sunday’s Santa Run Berwick St John Country Fayre Donates £100K To Salisbury Hospital Stars Appeal View From The Hill: Shaftesbury Impresses First-Time Visitor Cornish Christmas Show Will Entertain E

Dec 1, 2024 • 59:57

The Alfred Daily – 1st December 2024

The Alfred Daily – 1st December 2024

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Nov 30, 2024 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 30th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 30th November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Leader Drops Opposition To Shared Mayor For Dorset, Wiltshire And Somerset Red Dress Exhibition Stuns Visitors At Hawkers Farm Share Your Views On Reshaped Shaftesbury Neighbourhood Plan In December Pop-Up Crafts Sale At Twyford Supports Emerging Artists And Autism Charities Walk Of The Week - Dave Greenman’s 45th Birthday On The 50-Mile White Hart Link Shaftesbury Events For Sunday Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury Meet My Pet - Harry, Shaftesbury’s Multinational Do

Nov 29, 2024 • 58:31

The Alfred Daily – 29th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 29th November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons  Responder Calls For Action After Latest Ice-Accident On St James’ Common. Claims Support Is Growing For Shaftesbury To Gillingham Cycleway, But Motcombe Councillor Had Expected Contact. Cash Total Climbs In Appeal For St James’ Church Clock Repairs. Can You Find Hope In Motcombe? Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Book Shelf - Shaftesbury’s Past Explored. Online Dorset SEND Discussion Scheduled For Monday 3rd December. Have Your Say At Shaftesbury Town

Nov 28, 2024 • 59:41

The Alfred Daily – 28th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 28th November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Confirms Refugee Welcome As Town Council Back ‘City Of Sanctuary’ Dorset Councillor Says ‘Horrible’ Dinah’s Hollow Decision Will Fix County’s ‘Number 1’ Road Safety Risk Motcombe Santa Run Returns For Festive Fun And Fundraising New Shaftesbury Town Council Caretaker Making A Difference Shaftesbury Artist Plans Auction Of Postbox Toppers Viewed By Hundreds-Of-Thousands Shaftesbury Abbey Stories - Phyllis Wolff On Her Guildhall Murals Jackie And Jeanette On

Nov 27, 2024 • 59:57

The Alfred Daily – 27th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 27th November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Simon Hoare Confirms He Will Oppose Assisted Dying Bill Vote This Friday Shaftesbury Resident Develops Popular Real-Time Train Tracking Website Digital Champions Wanted For Shaftesbury Library To Help Residents Get Online Rodney Atwood Talks About Melbury Abbots’ Unique Spread Eagle Magazine Shaftesbury Volunteers Create Reflective Garden Near Westminster Hospital Cape Town Visitor Describes Shaftesbury As “Chocolate Box Perfect” Local Vintage Lorry ‘Mavis’ Gains Stard

Nov 26, 2024 • 59:35

The Alfred Daily – 26th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 26th November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Police Exercise On The Maltings Leads To Four Arrests Simon Hoare Calls For River Dredging To Address North Dorset Flooding Donhead St Andrew’s Forresters Pub Stays Open After Sale Reconsidered Madjeston Boxer Ruby Else White Nominated For Prestigious Sports Award East Knoyle’s Georgie Newby-Vincent Selected For Equestrian Academy Network Issues Disrupt Shaftesbury Christmas Lights Event Payments Lesley Waters Lights Up Shaftesbury With Christmas Switch-On Festivities

Nov 25, 2024 • 59:56

The Alfred Daily – 25th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 25th November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Mayor Urges Dorset Police Commissioner For More Officers For Town   Ludwell Villagers Highlight Flood Driving Safety Speeding Concerns   Dorset Council Leader Reaffirms Climate Commitment And Commits To North Dorset COP   Gold Hill Museum To Showcase Edwardian Photographer’s Local Work In Villages   Controversial French Mill Lane Farm Plan Revised To Town Council Satisfaction   Shaftesbury Abbey Century - Jet Rosary Bead Discovery   Bell Street Antiques Exp

Nov 24, 2024 • 59:41

The Alfred Daily – 24th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 24th November 2024

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Nov 23, 2024 • 59:38

The Alfred Daily – 23rd November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 23rd November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Town And Parish Councils Encouraged To Take On More Dorset Council Services Top Trifles, Vintage Goods And GoFundMe Appeal To Restore St James’ Church Bells Shaftesbury Couple’s Mature Online Dating Story Becomes a Poetic Memoir After Their TV Appearance Is Axed Shaftesbury What’s Ons Love Shaftesbury: Why Peter Wildman Chose The Hilltop Town View From The Hill: Bournemouth Visitors Share First Impressions Walk Of The Week: Fred’s 8 Hour Circuit Exploring C

Nov 22, 2024 • 59:16

The Alfred Daily – 22nd November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 22nd November 2024

(Episode 1707) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons Wincombe Centre Takes Top Honour In Shaftesbury Business Award St James’s Orchard Will Be Reinstated And Massive Maple Moved Again  Donhead St Andrew Art Exhibition Highlights Local Talent All Weekend National Theatre Live Returns to Shaftesbury Arts Centre with Prima Facie Stars Appeal Fundraiser Praises Berwick Country Fayre Ahead Of Cash Total Announcement The Most Bizarre Negative Gold Hill Reviews On Tripadvisor View From The

Nov 21, 2024 • 59:10

The Alfred Daily – 21st November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 21st November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons For Friday And The Weekend Three Men Arrested In Wiltshire In Stolen Car Following Tool Theft Enquiries Councillor Criticises Shaftesbury’s ‘Ghost’ Bus Shelter And Bus-Stop-To-Nowhere All You Need To Know About Shaftesbury Lights Switch-On, Monday Gold Awards For Grosvenor Arms And East Knoyle’s Ship Inn Persimmon Commit To New Shaftesbury School – In Writing Councillors To Suggest New Street Names For Estate – And Review Odd Choices Get Ready Fo

Nov 20, 2024 • 59:46

The Alfred Daily – 20th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 20th November 2024

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Nov 19, 2024 • 59:09

The Alfred Daily – 19th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 19th November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: A30 Closure After Two Cars Collide Near Cherry Orchard Lane Van Crime Wave: Residents Demand Action - Police Answer Questions Motcombe Parish Councillor Frustrated At Losing Battle Over 12 Homes Ash Jury Says Snowfall Could Reach Shaftesbury As Weather Models Shift Rolling Harmony Brings Choral Magic To Shaftesbury This Sunday The Last Century At Shaftesbury Abbey’s Story - 1939 Famous US Actress Visit Tomorrow’s Events Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury ‘View From The Hill’

Nov 18, 2024 • 57:01

The Alfred Daily – 18th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 18th November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Councillor Claims There’s Been ‘No Negotiation’ As Dorset Council Back Bus Gate Without Amendment Bell Street Cabaret Weekend To Support Shaftesbury Mental Health Charity Semley Christmas Fair Promises Festive Cheer At Chaldicott Barns Shaftesbury Business Awards Celebrate Local Success Stories On Thursday View From The Hill - Blackheath Visitors Love Shaftesbury Celebration Concert To Honour 98-Year-Old Shaftesbury Fringe Star Tony Hawkins’s Leg

Nov 17, 2024 • 59:54

The Alfred Daily – 17th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 17th November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Nutritionist To Share ‘Brain Brilliance’ Recipes For Neurodivergent Kids At Town Hall Muddy Motcombe Road Warning Semley Road Closures This Week Horse Lovers And Roman History Buffs Will Love Donhead Author’s New Book The Shaftesbury Man Preserving Agricultural Heritage And Crafts View From The Hill: West London Visitor Praises Shaftesbury’s Civic Pride Kate And Karen Chat About Driving Habits And A Crafty Squirrel Liz Foster’s Short Story ‘The V

Nov 16, 2024 • 59:04

The Alfred Daily – 16th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 16th November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Neighbourhood Plan Updates Suggests Future Housebuilding Sites Dorset Police Address Speeding Offences With Startling Excuses Shaftesbury Man Reunites With Missing Dog After Social Media Appeal Tunnels Linking Shaftesbury Abbey Sites Still Up For Debate - Eminent Archaeologist Not Convinced Motcombe Allotments Owners Won’t Be In The Dark As Council Remove Shady Trees Tresco’s Subtropical Gardens Spotlighted At Fontmell Magna Talk View From The Hill: Glaston

Nov 15, 2024 • 59:31

The Alfred Daily – 15th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 15th November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s On New Plan For Shaftesbury Snowdrops ’25 Due To Climate Change Search 68 Shaftesbury Shop Windows And Win Christmas Treats With The Chamber Semley Man Stars In One-Man Opera, Written By Shaftesbury Composer Rotary Plans ‘Grand’ Bingo Fundraiser View From The Hill- North Yorkshire Visitors Exotic Fungus Found In St James’ Kitchen Table Bookstore Owner Sarah Rudder On The Secret Of Her Success Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf – Hartgrove, Fontmell

Nov 14, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 14th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 14th November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Police Address Commercial Vehicle Break-Ins And Tool Thefts Dorset Tory Wants More Council Homes, Lib Dem Cabinet Member Says It’d Be ‘A Mistake’ Shaftesbury’s Britain in Bloom Stars Shine at Shaston Club Event Hope Charity Wants To Keep Shaftesbury Homeless Warm and Fed 100 Years of Shaftesbury Abbey - Phil Proctor on ‘Transformational’ Change in the 80s Folk Singers Bridge 550 Miles For Arts Centre Concert Vix Aguilera Shares Events Within 1 hr of Shaftes

Nov 13, 2024 • 59:47

The Alfred Daily – 13th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 13th November 2024

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Nov 12, 2024 • 59:55

The Alfred Daily – 12th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 12th November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons Shaftesbury Woman Arrested Following Vehicle Fire In West Dorset Ticket-only Public Meeting Should Give Answers On Dinah’s Hollow Stabilisation Work Shaftesbury’s CarLink Is In ‘Last Chance Saloon’ Without More Drivers Dorset Police Joins UK Knife Crime Awareness Campaign – No Drop-Off Bins In North Dorset New Dorset Council Member Appointed Amid Budget Challenges North Dorset National Trust Ranger’s Tips On Best Autumn Leaf Colours View From The

Nov 11, 2024 • 58:50

The Alfred Daily – 11th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 11th November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Dorset Council Budget Gap Expands To £35M For Next Financial Year MP, Military, And Community Unite In Shaftesbury’s Remembrance Day Parade Donhead Couple Share Energy-Saving Home Tips For Green Open Homes Week Lifeboat Veteran Marks 50 Years With Storytelling Event In Semley Wiltshire Visitors Share Shaftesbury Foodie Impressions In View From The Hill Chef Romy Gill Brings ‘Unexpected India’ To Motcombe Talk Tuesday’s Theatre, Films, And Comedy

Nov 10, 2024 • 59:56

The Alfred Daily – 10th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 10th November 2024

(Episode 1695) On The Alfred Daily Today: You Could Address Councillors When They Determine Bus Gate Stance on 18th November Locals Support Conor Smith as Rival Busker Threatens Cable Cut Cann Mum and Daughter Reflect on Arnhem and Concentration Camp Visit Kathy Morgan Observes Red Poppies Amidst Shaftesbury’s Cloud Cover Shaftesbury Neighbours Kate and Karen Chat About Daily Life Black Country Visitors Share First Impressions of Shaftesbury Events Within 1 Hour of Shaftesbury on Monday North D

Nov 9, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 9th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 9th November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Businessman Buys Land For Shaftesbury Town Centre Car Park With Potentially 75 Spaces Shaftesbury What's Ons Buses Replace Trains On Line West Of Axminster Until 22nd Nov Shaftesbury Astronomers Get Arty With Lunar Sketching Workshop Meet My Pet - Claire, John And Sausage Dog Roly Dorset Council Leader To Appoint Successor After Cabinet Member Resignation Love Shaftesbury - Julie Allen Praises Our Stunning Views And Kitchen Table Book Group Walk Of The Week - On The Fl

Nov 8, 2024 • 59:37

The Alfred Daily – 8th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 8th November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Bigger Crowds For Shaftesbury Primary Fireworks – Despite Claims It Was Cancelled Shaftesbury Weather – Forecaster Ash Considers Snow, Farmer Jon Predicts Cold Winter New Shaftesbury Cafe Brings Panamanian Flavours To Longmead You Can Watch Shaftesbury Business Awards Live This Year Pearls For The Singer – Local Artist Anne-Louise’s Unique New Craft View From The Hill: Cambridge Student And Weymouth Visitor Reflect Weekend Events For Shaftesbury

Nov 7, 2024 • 59:28

The Alfred Daily – 7th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 7th November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s On Developer Wins Appeal Over Motcombe Homes, Dorset Council Must Pay Costs Car Fire Closes Christy’s Lane; Jammed Bus and Lorry Shut A30 Shaftesbury Young Farmers Club Boosts Membership and Plans Fundraising Walk Shaftesbury Businesses Share Skills at Social Evening View from the Hill: Visitors from Budapest Fontmell Friends Local Nature Quiz and Resume Movie Nights Shaftesbury Abbey Stories – Artist Janet Swiss’ Site Map Jackie and Jeanette Reflect

Nov 6, 2024 • 59:12

The Alfred Daily – 6th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 6th November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: New Persimmon Estate Plans Approved – But School And Field Plan Uncertain Dorset Police Respond After Van Tool Thefts Former King’s Arms Barman Returns, Announces Pub Plans Now He’s Owner Former Guy’s Marsh Prisoner Advocates For Prison Reform In U3A Talk 46 Sign For New Festival For Young Performers To Debut At Shaftesbury Arts Centre View From The Hill – South American Family Enjoys Shaftesbury’s Historic Sites Tomorrow’s Events Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury Boatwrigh

Nov 5, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 5th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 5th November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Council Caretaker Puts Out Bell Street Fire Annual Motcombe Spring Show Cancelled Due to ‘Unviability’ Fireworks And Fairground Rides - Thursday in Shaftesbury New Boxing World Champion Ruby Else White to Meet Shaftesbury Locals Call for Volunteers to Improve Water Quality in Rivers Nadder And Sem Council Examines Dorset’s ‘Startling’ Low Productivity Kathy Morgan’s Observations on Autumn Scenery and Remembrance Preparations Motcombe’

Nov 4, 2024 • 57:14

The Alfred Daily – 4th November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 4th November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons: Planners Approve New Fontmell Housing Accessed From West Street Shaftesbury Road Closures East Stour Solar Farm Needs To Pass Environmental Impact Test Motcombe Memorial Hall Car Park Expansion Approved By Planners Hampshire Couple Honeymoon In Shaftesbury And Enjoy Dog-Friendly Discoveries Northern Area Planning Committee To Determine New Shaftesbury Estate Plans Shaftesbury Ghost Walks Return With January Dates Announced East Stour Tractor Run

Nov 3, 2024 • 59:14

The Alfred Daily – 3rd November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 3rd November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Council Boosts Bloom Budget For Brighter Open Spaces Dorset Police Offer Van Security Advice Amid Local Thefts B3081 Road Closure And Shaftesbury Area Traffic Disruptions This Week Shaftesbury Rotarians Enjoy Spooky Halloween Walk Despite Low Turnout Shaftesbury’s Brave And Determined Charity To Benefit From Cabaret Night Lifelong Service To Lifeboats: Swanage’s RNLI Veteran Talks In Semley View From The Hill - Seventies Shaftesbury Residents Return On Nost

Nov 2, 2024 • 57:44

The Alfred Daily – 2nd November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 2nd November 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Ladies FC Player - Now A World Boxing Champ, Taking Gold In Colorado Shaftesbury Museums Close For Winter - Big Plans For A New Gold Hill Shop Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz  Shaston Seasonal Reflections With Cathy Morgan Meet My Pet - Martin, Dee, And Mozzie From Semley Ann Davies’ Walk Of The Week - Autumn Colours At Fonthill Bishop Fabulous Fossils Reimagine Rock Classics For Brewers Landlords' 1st Birthday- Sunday Love Shaftesbury - Ka

Nov 1, 2024 • 57:26

The Alfred Daily – 1st November 2024

The Alfred Daily – 1st November 2024

(Episode 1686) On The Alfred Daily Today: Calls for Shaftesbury Street Lights to Remain On Overnight The South’s Biggest Free Firework Show Three Miles From Shaftesbury This Saturday Shaftesbury What’s Ons for the Weekend Three Shaftesbury Shops Give Us a Window Into Retail Displays - Sue Kidd Tonight, Ruby Could Bring World Boxing Title Back To Madjeston View From the Hill - Swanage Visitors Return to Shaftesbury After 49 Years Events Within One Hour Drive of Shaftesbury on 2nd November Adrian

Oct 31, 2024 • 59:23

The Alfred Daily – 31st October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 31st October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons for 31st October Dorset Council Faces Over 5 Years’ Backlog of Planning Enforcement Cases Rail Disruptions Between Gillingham and Salisbury This Weekend Dorset Chamber of Commerce Reacts to Labour’s Budget Is Former Shaftesbury Abbey Owner Behind the Monk Story? Commonwealth War Graves Expert Starts Berwick Hall Talk Programme Shaftesbury Places Pictured in Artist’s 25-Year Exhibition Shaftesbury’s King’s Arms to Reopen as a Gastropub by Chickpea

Oct 30, 2024 • 59:57

The Alfred Daily – 30th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 30th October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons   Decades Of Memories As Dorset Foods Close Their Doors   Shaftesbury Sea Shanty Debuts As New Singing Group Get Ready For Gigs   Shaftesbury Primary Student Triumphs In Rabbit Show   Shaftesbury Poetry - Dee Buckley ‘And Then It All Went Quiet’   Things To Do Near Shaftesbury On Halloween: Local And Nearby Events Round-Up   Shaftesbury Firefighters Awarded King’s Coronation Medal On Park Walk   View From The Hill: Birmingham Visitors Explore Sha

Oct 29, 2024 • 59:28

The Alfred Daily – 29th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 29th October 2024

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Oct 28, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 28th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 28th October 2024

(Episode 1682) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Town Council Relaunches Town Centre £50K Signage Project To Aid Visitors Last Chance For Charities To Book Free Space At Shaftesbury Christmas Lights Event David Grierson Shares Asian Travels At Enmore Green Fundraiser Traffic Disruptions This Week In Shaftesbury Area Shaftesbury’s Autumn Evenings Highlighted In Seasonal Reflections By Kathy Morgan Shaftesbury Residents Share Ghostly Experiences – Sam Brown Capturing The Magic Of Landscape A

Oct 27, 2024 • 59:48

The Alfred Daily – 27th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 27th October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Hosts Discussion On Sustainable Eating, Food Cost, And Farming North Dorset MP Raises Question About Postal Vote Challenges In The Commons Handbells And St Andrew’s Day Events Planned To Fundraise For Fontmell Church New Shop Opens And Adds To Shaftesbury’s Antiques Town Reputation From Washing Glasses To Women’s Wellness - Shaftesbury Entrepreneur Pip Johnson Kate And Karen Chat ‘Over The Garden Fence’ TV Gardener Sue Kent Visits Shaftesbury Abbey  Shaftes

Oct 26, 2024 • 59:52

The Alfred Daily – 26th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 26th October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Police Dashcam Response Lagging Behind From Lack Of Resources And Rural Roads Quiz With Paul Merefield Meet My Pet: Carol, Ian, And Their Clever Dog Nelly Helen English’s Walk Of The Week – West Stour And Stour Provost View From The Hill - Tourists From Trowbridge Rave About Shaftesbury Donna Linster’s Head Shave Raises Funds For Boobs And Macmillan Shaftesbury Area Fireworks, Bonfire And Halloween Happenings Hartgrove Radio Legend Johnnie Walker Bids Farewell A

Oct 25, 2024 • 59:30

The Alfred Daily – 25th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 25th October 2024

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Oct 24, 2024 • 59:01

The Alfred Daily – 24th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 24th October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:  Shaftesbury’s Town Council Seeks Funding For High Street Pedestrianisation Consultation Break-In On Imber Road Adds To Shaftesbury Vehicle Crime Spree Shaftesbury Woman To Shave Head For Local Cancer Charity Fundraiser Shaftesbury’s Bus Gate Plan Moves Closer To Decision 5,000 Pensioners In Dorset Missing Out On Financial Support Shaftesbury Abbey Stories - Alan Dedden Found The Sculpture Head Vale Pantry Launches Advent Calendar In Shaftesbury To Support Families In

Oct 23, 2024 • 59:53

The Alfred Daily – 23rd October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 23rd October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury’s In Bloom’s Thorngrove Partnership Continues But Garden Centre Shuts Celebrating Ten Years Of Hartgrove’s The Real Cure Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Autumn Colours On Christy’s Lane West Melbury Filmmaker’s Film On Forced Adoption Showing In Shaftesbury View From The Hill - Seaton Visitors Love Shaftesbury Greatest Showman Workshop For Halloween In Arts Centre Events Within 1hr From Shaftesbury On Thursday Matt Boatwright’s Property Q and A Town Council

Oct 22, 2024 • 1:00:02

The Alfred Daily – 22nd October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 22nd October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: haftesbury Wins Silver Gilt in Britain in Bloom Awards Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Care Provider Gets Gold for End-of-Life Care Dorset Council Clarifies Budget for Gullies and Ditches Shaftesbury Town Council Wants To Grab Unclaimed Land North Dorset Prostate Cancer Support Group Grows and Evolves Sustainability Photo Exhibition Set to Arrive in Shaftesbury Halloween-Themed Tractor Run Planned for Blackmore Vale What’s On Within 1 Hour’s Drive of Shaftesbury on

Oct 21, 2024 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 21st October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 21st October 2024

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Oct 20, 2024 • 58:27

The Alfred Daily – 20th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 20th October 2024

(Episode 1674) On The Alfred Daily Today: Homeless Shaftesbury Couple Appeal for Help After Tragic Loss of Baby Donhead’s Forester Pub Up for Sale or Lease New Shaftesbury Under-14 Girls Football Team Launch Appeal After 20-Goal Win Donhead Hollow Closed This Week and Plenty of Roadworks Celebrate Stories and Songs of the Carpenters at Shaftesbury Arts Centre What’s On Within One Hour of Shaftesbury Blink and You Miss It: Shaftesbury Makes The One Show and Hopes for Britain in Bloom Success Vie

Oct 19, 2024 • 57:31

The Alfred Daily – 19th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 19th October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Carnival Volunteers Praised For Swift Response Following Sinkhole Locals Energised By Meeting Discussing Potential Community Wind Turbines And Solar Arrays In Shaftesbury Sculpture, Silverware And Young Villagers’ Art Show Next Weekend In East Knoyle Paul Merrifield’s Quiz Positive Motcombe Reaction To Proposed Shaftesbury-Motcombe To Gillingham Cycleway Hampshire Villagers Enjoy Community Bus Trip To Shaftesbury B3092 Closed Tomorrow And More Disruption On

Oct 18, 2024 • 1:00:03

The Alfred Daily – 18th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 18th October 2024

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Oct 17, 2024 • 32:38

The Alfred Daily – 17th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 17th October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons A Group of Volunteers Explore Potential Shaftesbury-Gillingham Cycle Route Dorset Police Warn Residents of Sophisticated New Email Scam World-Travelling Red Dress Exhibition Coming To The Stours Shaftesbury Abbey Memories - Altar Installation In 1995 Warning Issued About a 'Vicious' Pothole on A350 North of Shaftesbury Read Easy Blackmoor Vale Premieres New Films Featuring Shaftesbury Literacy Stories What's On Within 1 Hr Of Shaftesbury  Heart-F

Oct 16, 2024 • 59:51

The Alfred Daily – 16th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 16th October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons Shaftesbury Town Council Awarded £880K For Hub - Rival May Object Motcombe’s Port Regis School Amongst the World’s Best Flood Alerts Lifted  100 Years Since Shaftesbury Abbey Was Granted Scheduled Monument Status Chefs Wanted: Leon Founder Hosts Young Cooks Event at Shaftesbury’s Trinity Centre Van Gogh Exhibition to Be Streamed at Motcombe Memorial Hall Ley Lines and Spiritual Energy Visitors Reflect on Shaftesbury’s Gold Hill What to Do This Th

Oct 15, 2024 • 59:50

The Alfred Daily – 15th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 15th October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons Mampitts Hall Could Get The Green Light Tonight Shaftesbury ‘One Of The 300 Best Places To Live’ Raising Funds For A Guy’s Marsh Hospital Memorial Motorbike Show Star Spotted In Shaftesbury Sophisticated Sunday – Phoenix Café Orchestra Play For Charity    Abbey Primary School Offer Stalls For Christmas Fair -22nd Nov Sisters Celebrate First Year Of Success At Motcombe’s Sorelle Events Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury - Wednesday Pioneering Interactiv

Oct 14, 2024 • 59:51

The Alfred Daily – 14th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 14th October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Shaftesbury What’s On Enmore Green Apple Day’s Enduring Appeal Behind-the-Scenes Arts Centre Event Inspires New Volunteers Weekly Wine Bar Launches at Black Cactus Cafe Tribute To Retiring Hartgrove Radio Legend Johnnie Walker  Grove Arms in Ludwell Goes To Auction   Deadline For New Shaftesbury Youth Talent Contest Extended Motcombe Parish Council Secures Thousands From Solar Farms For Village Projects Fears For Motcombe’s Hollow Road Surface This Winter  Blackmore

Oct 13, 2024 • 59:26

The Alfred Daily – 13th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 13th October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons   Motcombe Councillor Offering Land For New Estate Has Not Breached Rules Fairfax & Favor Requests Permission For Lit Signage On Former Shaftesbury Bank BV Dairy Granted Approval For Expansion Bell Street Shed Approved Despite Neighbour’s Concerns Knitted Postbox Topper Thrown Over Wall Professor Will Explain King Alfred’s Shaftesbury Connections In Upcoming Talk   East Knoyle Actor’s Stories Of Corrie And Thomas The Tank Engine Events Within 1hr

Oct 12, 2024 • 59:25

The Alfred Daily – 12th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 12th October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s On Motcombe Music Festival Success Spurs Plans for 2025 Event Hungrytown Reschedules Semley Performance to Friday the 18th Shaftesbury Council to Use £50,000 for New Visitor Signage Council to Discuss Refurbishment of Shaftesbury Bins at Meeting Leader Says Dorset Council Is Committed To Shaftesbury And The North Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Walk of the Week: Explore History of East Stour and Duncliffe Hill With Tess Of The Vale Meet Scout the Schnauzer

Oct 11, 2024 • 57:52

The Alfred Daily – 11th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 11th October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Council Oppose Cuts To Winter Fuel Allowance After North Dorset Evidence Shared North Dorset MP Wants Delay To VAT On Independent School Fees Dorset’s Water Supply History At County Archives Adrian Ryder’s Bookshelf: Victorian Shaftesbury Tourism Guide Offers Fascinating Insights St Edward’s Way Pilgrims Complete 30-Mile Trek To Shaftesbury Abbey Dorset Council Votes To Ban Pets As Prizes On Council Land Iranian Visitors Share Their Impressions Of Shaftesbury’s

Oct 10, 2024 • 59:34

The Alfred Daily – 10th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 10th October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Bus Gate Public Inquiry Uncertain – Most Objections Likely Dismissed Shaftesbury’s Charities Invited To Christmas Light Switch-On Memorial To Fallen Semley Police Officer Yvonne Fletcher Unveiled In Shaftesbury Shaftesbury Town Centre Road Closures Next Week Gold Hill Museum Showcases Shaftesbury’s Health Resort Past BBC Error Predicts 6000 MPH Winds For Shaftesbury Shaftesbury’s Kit & Caboodle Shop To Close In December After Eight Years Wiltshire Council A

Oct 9, 2024 • 59:24

The Alfred Daily – 9th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 9th October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Melbury And Cann To Continue With Neighbourhood Plan After £28K Spent Five-Day High Street Closure Will Coincide With Sink Hole Works Tree Preservation Order Placed Motcombe Solar Farm Site Flood Alert Remains In Place For Upper Stour And Tributaries U.S Folk Duo Returns To Semley With Intimate Performance Minority Groups Are Focus For Wiltshire’s Public Health Events Within 1 Hr Of Shaftesbury On Thursday, Healthwatch Dorset Seeks Feedback On Shaftesbury

Oct 8, 2024 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 8th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 8th October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Dorset Council Announce Public Inquiry Over Bus Gate Town Council’s Mampitts Hub Recommended -But Dorset Council May Request New Bids From Both Applicants Honda Jazz Driver Fined For No Insurance New Sea Shanty Group To Set Sail In Shaftesbury’s Ship Inn Masterchef Finalist And Author Shares Stories And Recipes At Shaftesbury’s Bookshop Events Within 1hr of Shaftesbury On Wednesday Dorset Council’s Cybersecurity Report Is ‘Dummies Guide To Hackin

Oct 7, 2024 • 59:33

The Alfred Daily – 7th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 7th October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Abbey Want Your Stories To Celebrates Century Of Heritage Protection Shaftesbury What’s Ons Trim Buddleia, Save Butterflies In Fontmell Shaftesbury Food Hygiene Ratings – Mostly 5/5, One Seller Graded 1/5 Hartgrove’s Johnnie Walker Retires From Radio After 58 years Explore The Hidden Roles At Shaftesbury Art Centre’s Open Day Lions Club Help Smooth-Running Vaccine Day, 1850 Jabs Given Final Call For Young Talents To Enter Shaftesbury’s New P

Oct 6, 2024 • 59:57

The Alfred Daily – 6th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 6th October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Developer Presents Plans For Housing Between Shaftesbury And Melbury Shaftesbury Rotary’s Halloween Walk Promises Family Fun and Surprises Expect Traffic Delays And Closures: Shaftesbury Routes Affected Shaftesbury Businesses to Network at Ye Olde Two Brewers Event Young East Knoyle Farmer Recognised in National Awards Fontmell Council Encourage Residents Complaints About Compton Airfield View From The Hill- Visitors From The Lake District Berwick Builds Huge Replica

Oct 5, 2024 • 59:48

The Alfred Daily – 5th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 5th October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Pipe Court Action To End Anti Social Behaviour At Reynold’s Rise Home Four Friends Open New Antique Shop On Bell Street Parish Council Backs Dorset Council’s Dinah’s Hollow Safety Plan Paul Merefield’s Quiz Tibetan Monks Return To Shaftesbury On UK Tour Shaftesbury Whats Ons Events Within One Hour Of Shaftesbury Meet My Pet: Daphne From Cann And Her Schnauzer Zoe Love Shaftesbury – Why Camille Gibson Returned Home Walk Of The Week-Dave Greenman-St Bartholomew’s Way Kar

Oct 4, 2024 • 56:49

The Alfred Daily – 4th October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 4th October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Half Moon Playpark Can Stay After Dorset Council Broker Compromise Caravan Removed From Salisbury Road Site After Court Order Shaftesbury Town Council Opposes Design Plans For Enmore Court Development Paranomal Play ‘Rehearsal’ For Halloween Season At Arts Centre Shaftesbury Whats Ons Events Within One Hour Of Shaftesbury Missing Parrot In Shaftesbury Grants Of Up To £20,000 Available For Dorset Businesses New Coombe House Farm Manager Needs Your Help

Oct 3, 2024 • 1:00:05

The Alfred Daily – 3rd October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 3rd October 2024

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Oct 2, 2024 • 59:16

The Alfred Daily – 2nd October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 2nd October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council’s Mampitts Hub Wins Planning Approval Amidst Claims of Illegality Shaftesbury What's Ons Vintage Enthusiast Joanna Jacobs Opens New Semley Shop After Pop-Up Success Events Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury  View From The Hill- Visitor From Quebec Upside-Down Stuntman Returns for Right-Side-Up Piano Recital Macmillan Cake Bake Raises £900 as Shaftesbury Community Rallies for Charity Shaftesbury's Lesser Known Language School - Gold Hill Museum Matt Boatwright's

Oct 1, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 1st October 2024

The Alfred Daily – 1st October 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Melbury Abbas and Cann Parish Council Push for Compromise in Dinah's Hollow Tree Felling Plan Residents With Opposing Views On Busgate Reach Compromise  Ministry of Justice Confident of Contractor Replacement for Guy's Marsh Project Shaftesbury Tunnel Mystery – Pictures Emerge Shaftesbury's underground tunnels Shaftesbury Town Council's Mampitts Hall Plan Moves Forward Shaftesbury Town Band Member Launches Christmas Card Fundraiser Visitors Share Their Love for Shaftes

Sep 30, 2024 • 58:45

The Alfred Daily – 30th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 30th September 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Last Chance to Have Your Say on Fontmell’s Future Another Planning Rejection Coppice Street Development Les Misérables Fan To Deliver In-Depth Lecture For Fontmell Church Repairs Motcombe Runner Triumphs in Berlin Marathon for Samaritans Shaftesbury Bookshop Serves Up MasterChef Winner's Malaysian Ready Meals Shaftesbury What's Ons Events Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury On Tuesday Concerns Raised Over Fontmell’s Watercourse  Discover Saxon Secrets Unveiled at Shaftesbury

Sep 29, 2024 • 59:57

The Alfred Daily – 29th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 29th September 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Carnival Report Ball Brings In Record Amount For Shaftesbury Mental Health Charity Shaftesbury What's Ons This Week North Dorset Nature Notes- Clive Whitbourn Kate And Karren Chat 'Over The Garden Fence' Liz Foster Reads 'Making A Difference' View From The Hill - Vistors From The Brisbane Area Shaston Seasonal Reflections -Kathy Morgan Events 1hr from Shaftesbury On Monday

Sep 28, 2024 • 56:56

The Alfred Daily – 28th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 28th September 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Carnival Goes Ahead Despite Sinkhole Drama Shaftesbury Driver’s Car Seized for No Insurance Barton Hill Car Park Barrier Reinstalled Guess the Film and Win £100 with Shaftesbury Carnival Kitchen Assistant and Lifeguards Wanted Town Council Supports Community Workshed Scheme Open House Bingo Raises £150 for Local Charity Roadworks to Cause Delays Across Shaftesbury Area Visitor Celebrates Birthday with Antique Finds Paul Merefield’s Quiz Karen Cole’s Book Re

Sep 27, 2024 • 58:32

The Alfred Daily – 27th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 27th September 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset, Wiltshire And Somerset Councils Consider Devolution Partnership Shaftesbury Weekend Events Planet Shaftesbury Fundraise To Expand Local Food Guide Ye Olde Two Brewers Hosts Three-Day First Aid Course Volunteers Needed for Cann Churchyard Clean-Up A.I And Automation Could Help Dorset Council Save £8M Shaftesbury Carnival Money Mile With Shawn Peniket Visitors from Australia Enjoy Shaftesbury’s Charm Events Within 1 Hour of Shaftesbury: Saturday 28th September Ad

Sep 26, 2024 • 59:37

The Alfred Daily – 26th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 26th September 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Crowdfunding Appeal After Teenager Donates Carnival Winnings To Dad’s Headstone Shaftesbury Town Council Pushes for Greener Allotments Shaftesbury What’s Ons View from the Hill: Torquay Visitor Praises Shaftesbury’s ‘Ambience’ Shaftesbury What’s Ons Frames Are The Focus Of Percy Lizzard’s Arts Centre Show Fountain Inn Makeover Features In Home Interior Mags Jackie and Jeanette Revisit Shaftesbury’s Past Events Within 1Hr Of Shaftesbury

Sep 25, 2024 • 58:08

The Alfred Daily – 25th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 25th September 2024

(Episode 1649) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Cemetery Vandalism Sparks Outrage Cranborne Chase Projects Extended with New Funding Melbury Motors Celebrates Award Nomination Success Saxon Day at Shaftesbury Abbey Promises Historic Fun Snake Sculpture Reappears at Royal Chase Roundabout Folk Music and Dancing at East Stour Ceilidh Hedgehogs Threatened by Proposed Bus Gate Traffic Shaftesbury’s Joe Moore Celebrates Book Success Oxford Visitor Takes in Shaftesbury’s Famous Views Vix Aguile

Sep 24, 2024 • 59:13

The Alfred Daily – 24th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 24th September 2024

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Sep 23, 2024 • 59:49

The Alfred Daily – 23rd September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 23rd September 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Witness appeal after man assaulted outside Shaftesbury FC Shaftesbury What’s Ons Concerns Land For Sale Could Mean More Housing East Of Shaftesbury Helen Porter hosts a singing workshop and jazz performance in Shaftesbury Sustainable Fashion Week launches in Shaftesbury  Shaftesbury Marketing Expert Shares Tips For LinkedIn Success View From The Hill - Trish and Karen from Cornwall and Leamington Spa Carnival week 'The Money Mile' Wessex Heavy Horse Show What's New At

Sep 22, 2024 • 59:47

The Alfred Daily – 22nd September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 22nd September 2024

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Sep 21, 2024 • 59:32

The Alfred Daily – 21st September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 21st September 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Strikes Gold Again With Britain In Bloom Success Happy Monday Star Spotted Enjoying Shaftesbury Pubs Paul Merefield’s Quiz Roadworks Around Shaftesbury Next Week Motcombe Explorer John Blashford-Snell To Recount Congo Adventure In Semley Meet My Pet Beanie The Sprocker Events Within One Hour’s Drive Of Shaftesbury On Sunday Love Shaftesbury: Margaret From St. James’s Story Tom Perrett Completes The Last Leg Of The White Hart Link Walk Visitors From Cornwall

Sep 20, 2024 • 59:39

The Alfred Daily – 20th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 20th September 2024

(Episode 1644) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Fairfax and Favor to open store in Shaftesbury Presentation for New Solar Farm in Motcombe raises flooding and engagement concerns Rail disruption this weekend in our area Shapes and social networks influence Shaftesbury artist Zara’s new exhibition What’s Ons Saturday within one hour of Shaftesbury Lido calendar celebrates a successful year of swimming Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf – farmer reflects on a lifetime in Dorset

Sep 19, 2024 • 58:36

The Alfred Daily – 19th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 19th September 2024

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Sep 18, 2024 • 59:21

The Alfred Daily – 18th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 18th September 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Busgate : Council Set To Debate Road Restriction With Safety Concern Claims Shaftesbury Christmas Lights Event Needs Your Help  New Parking Rules For Shaftesbury Carnival Could Shaftesbury Petanque Be Your Next Summer Sport? Chesterfield Visitor Shares Shaftesbury Views What’s On Thursday With 1 Hour Of  Shaftesbury Property Sales and Lettings Advice for Autumn - Matt Boatwright

Sep 17, 2024 • 56:06

The Alfred Daily – 17th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 17th September 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Residents Can Now Recycle Foil- As County Tops Recycling League Overflowing Shaftesbury Dog Waste Bin Sparks Outcry Salisbury Visitors Ring Shaftesbury’s  Bells Shaftesbury Roadworks Shooters Lane Path Reopens After Lengthy Closure Job Vacancies – Accountant And Hotel Management in Shaftesbury Submission Grappling Comes to Shaftesbury Shaftesbury Prepares for Young Performers Festival View From The Hill:Couple Celebrate 60th Anniversary in

Sep 16, 2024 • 59:42

The Alfred Daily – 16th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 16th September 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Tesco’s Noise Silenced After Alfred Raises Neighbour Complaint Cruise Passengers Given Shaftesbury Welcome After Zigzag Hill Grounding Former Shaftesbury School Students’ Watery Lane Tribute Song Road Closures Ahead: Ash Dieback Work on C13 Isle of Wight Visitors Fall in Love with Shaftesbury’s Charm What to Do Within 1hr Shaftesbury On Tuesday Biggest And Best Yet Berwick John Country Fayre Discover Hidden Treasures at Shaftesbury’s Charity Shop Shaft

Sep 15, 2024 • 59:23

The Alfred Daily – 15th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 15th September 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dawn and Dusk Skies Inspire Shaftesbury Area Writers at Arts Centre Workshops Blisters but Blissful Motcombe Vicar Completes Sponsored Walk to Salisbury Cathedral Shaftesbury Road Closes This Week View from the Hill: Poole Visitors Share Their Love for Our Town Four Parish Council Meetings This Week Discussing Solar Farms, Skate Parks, Trees and Bedchester Allotments Melbury Abbas Meeting to Address Dinah’s Hollow Tree Removal Controversy Shaston Seasonal Reflection: M

Sep 14, 2024 • 58:59

The Alfred Daily – 14th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 14th September 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Police Seek Dashcam Footage Following Serious Collision Overnight on Blandford Bypass Imber Road Gardener’s TV Debut on BBC’s Garden Rescue Melbury Historian Rodney Atwood Discusses Victorian Military Films Farewell Forrester’s Couple: Landlord and Landlady Leave After Two and a Half Years New Daytime Networking Session Promises Benefits for Businesses Meet Barney the Dachshund: A Shaftesbury Sausage Dog with Big Attitude Sunday Entertainment: Bond Music, Opera,

Sep 13, 2024 • 56:52

The Alfred Daily – 13th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 13th September 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Tell Dorset Council Your Views On Proposed Mampitts Lane Bus Gate Wiltshire Council Chair Shares A350 Speeding Concerns Visit Five Churches With Ride And Stride From St James’ Tim Laycock Returns To Fontmell To Share Folk Tales Shaftesbury What’s Ons Paul Jordan Preview 'All Of Strangers' At The Arts Centre Tonight View From The Hill - Horsham Visitor Events Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf – Sale Of Shaftesbury

Sep 12, 2024 • 58:06

The Alfred Daily – 12th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 12th September 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Wincombe Lane Potholes Filled - Barratt Announce Road Repair Date Patients Travel From South Coast For Shaftesbury Dental Care £100,000 Dorset Council Grants Given- No Shaftesbury Recipients Ye Olde Two Brewers Raises Funds For Shaftesbury Charities  Motcombe Marathon Runner Exceeds Samaritans Funding Goal  Shaston Seasonal Reflections, Chicks Fly The Nest  Events Within An Hour Of Shaftesbury, Comedy And Roy Orbison  Rutland Visitors Charmed By Shaftesbury – View From

Sep 11, 2024 • 58:46

The Alfred Daily – 11th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 11th September 2024

(Episode 1635) On The Alfred Daily Today: Government Housing Proposal Could Double Dorset’s New Home Targets Shaftesbury Town Council Opposes Garden Shed Application On Bell Street Confusing Road Closure Signage Frustrates Local Commuters Back On The Road - Shaftesbury’s Kipling Carnival Club Dorset Police Warn Of Increased Poaching Incident East Knoyle Florist Says Fashion Influences Floral Choices Big Motcombe Charity Quiz Returns Shaftesbury Estate Agent Matt Boatwright Answers Your Question

Sep 10, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 10th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 10th September 2024

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Sep 9, 2024 • 57:44

The Alfred Daily – 9th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 9th September 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Town Council Challenges Dorset Highways Stance, Cites Lack Of Support French Mill Lane Farm Building Plan Withdrawn After Traffic Objections Car And Vintage Vehicle Fans Flock To Auto Jumble Mentoring Experts Offer To Help Shaftesbury Businesses Grow Lack Of Post Grads’ Social Options In Shaftesbury Restricts Business Recruitment View From The Hill: Nepalese Couple Love Shaftesbury John Phelps - Remember Battle Of Britain Day Shaftesbury Charity

Sep 8, 2024 • 1:00:08

The Alfred Daily – 8th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 8th September 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Shaftesbury What’s Ons Church Bells Ring for St Thomas’s Roof Fundraiser Road Closures This Week Shaftesbury Swift Watch Update Shaftesbury Author Ann Brooks Reads The Manor House Flamenco Guitarist Duo Return to Shaftesbury Motcombe Reverend Will Walk 23 Miles For  Church Repair Charity Kate and Karren on Dragonflies And Garlic Planting Monday Events Within 1 hour Of Shaftesbury View From The Hill- Antique Hunters Fiona and Chris

Sep 7, 2024 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 7th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 7th September 2024

(Episode 1631) On The Alfred Daily Today: Councillor Responds To Frustrations After Wincombe Lane Works Continue Beyond Start Of Term Police Commissioner Works With Estate Agents To Reduce Burglaries Shaftesbury Remembers Former Picture Framer Melbury Abbas And Cann Discuss Dinah’s Hollow Motcombe Runner Raises Funds For Samaritans At Berlin Marathon Fran Hill Shares Her Love For Shaftesbury Martin Sharpe Explores Ancient Earthworks And Alfred’s Tower Paul Merefield Hosts Local Quiz View From T

Sep 6, 2024 • 59:44

The Alfred Daily – 6th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 6th September 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what's ons Lord Lieutenant Angus Campbell’s Shaftesbury Memories On Retirement Vote To Remove Dinah's Hollow Trees Invalid Due To  Dorset Council Error Autumnal Food And Style At Sunday High Street Market Swan's Trust Fund Ashmore Defibrillator St James Organist Entertains For Cancer Charity Biodanza Workshop to Promote Wellbeing In Shaftesbury Adrian Ryder Reviews Jon Woolcott’s Real Dorset Book Dorset Council to Raise Emergency Services Flag As Tribute

Sep 5, 2024 • 57:16

The Alfred Daily – 5th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 5th September 2024

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Sep 4, 2024 • 59:36

The Alfred Daily – 4th September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 4th September 2024

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Sep 3, 2024 • 59:23

The Alfred Daily – 3rd September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 3rd September 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Councillors Back Dinah’s Hollow Tree Removal Shaftesbury’s Wessex Group Sold After 61 Years Shaftesbury What’s Ons Barton Close Residents Say Tesco Noise Is Ruining Their Lives Motcombe’s  Frank Armstrong Runs 21st Great North Run For Cancer Charity Seasonal Reflections: Swifts Hatch on Shaftesbury’s Southern Slopes Jan Walls’ Gardening Autumn Colours Flourish in Shaftesbury Gardens View From The Hill- Devon Bowlers Visit Shaftesbury Things To

Sep 2, 2024 • 59:27

The Alfred Daily – 2nd September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 2nd September 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons ‘Successful’ Compton Air Weekend To Return – With Enhancements Celebrating The Life Of 90-Year-Old Shastonian Colin Francis  Events Within 1 Hour Drive Of Shaftesbury Shaftesbury Charity Shop Bargains View From The Hill: Returning Shaftesbury Grammar Student Expert Analysis Of Arnhem Battle  At Charlton Event French Swimmers Join Lido’s 27-Mile BadCo Coast-to-Coast Challenge

Sep 1, 2024 • 59:49

The Alfred Daily – 1st September 2024

The Alfred Daily – 1st September 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons One Of Britain’s Oldest Residents: Shaftesbury’s Mary Thomas Dies At 105 Shaftesbury And Gillingham U3A Celebrate 25th—Lesley Frost Remembers Swift Chicks Hatch In Shaftesbury—Seasonal Reflections With Kathy Morgan View From The Hill: Poundbury Visitors Wish They Were Here Day-Long Poetry Workshops—Dawn To Dusk—Coming To Shaftesbury And Win Green Kate And Karren Chat Over The Garden Fence Short Story: John Dimech With Childhood Memories Of His Na

Aug 31, 2024 • 59:35

The Alfred Daily – 31st August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 31st August 2024

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Aug 30, 2024 • 59:52

The Alfred Daily – 30th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 30th August 2024

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Aug 29, 2024 • 58:30

The Alfred Daily – 29th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 29th August 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Town Council Considers Transfer of Green Spaces Ownership from Persimmon Dorset Council to Honour Merchant Navy at County Hall Dorset Healthcare Recognised as a Veteran Aware Trust Castle Rings Open Garden Raises £800 for Charity Grosvenor Arms Hotel Receives AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence Shaftesbury Snowdrops Festival 2025 Dates Announced Shaftesbury Arts Centre Seeks Cast and Crew For Popular  Play View From The Hill- Family Visit Shaftesbury For Mar

Aug 28, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 28th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 28th August 2024

(Episode 1621) On The Alfred Daily Today:

Aug 27, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 27th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 27th August 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: High-Speed Police Pursuit From Shaftesbury Ends With Two Arrests Compton Abbas Holloway May Be Closed To Vehicles for Safety Shaftesbury What’s Ons Maltings Man To Walk One Million Steps for Salisbury District Hospital Charity Designer Handbags and Dark Skies At Donhead’s All-Weather Fete Carnival Committee Plans Major 2025 Music Event Classic Cars, Motorbikes And Mini Circus Fill Barton Hill On Bank Holiday View From The Hill- Winchester Visitors To Sh

Aug 26, 2024 • 59:41

The Alfred Daily – 26th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 26th August 2024

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Aug 25, 2024 • 58:22

The Alfred Daily – 25th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 25th August 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s On. Shaftesbury Councillor Demands Better Play Provision For New Saxon Grange Estate. Pottery To Pop Singer Lauren Blundell Performs At Bupa Dentist Pop-Up. More Rail Disruption Today Due To Landslip. Roadworks In And Around Shaftesbury From Tuesday. From Woo-Woo To Well-Being – Alternative And Complementary Therapies At Town Hall Today. Red Tape In Rwanda Facing Motcombe Women’s Aid Mission. Neighbours Kate And Karen On A Quest For Mothballs. View F

Aug 24, 2024 • 59:18

The Alfred Daily – 24th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 24th August 2024

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Aug 23, 2024 • 58:15

The Alfred Daily – 23rd August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 23rd August 2024

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Aug 22, 2024 • 59:10

The Alfred Daily – 22nd August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 22nd August 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury School Head Joins Students For GCSE Result Opening Shaftesbury What’s Ons Breastfeeding Support Group With Restart In Shaftesbury, If Enough Volunteers Events Within 1hr Drive Of Shaftesbury- Friday Shaftesbury Rail Watchdog Wants ‘Poor’ South Western Replaced As Operator View From The Hill- Visitors From Cairns Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Autumnal On French Mill Lane Acoustic Guitars In The Gallery With Mum And Son’s Latest Shaftesbury Show Jackie And J

Aug 21, 2024 • 59:57

The Alfred Daily – 21st August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 21st August 2024

(Episode 1614) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Town Council Will Need £100,000 To Save Lido, Soon Shaftesbury What’s Ons Man Helping Police After Vulnerable Convinced To Hand Over £250 in Shaftesbury Car Park Shaftesbury Town Council Plans 80th VE Day Anniversary Celebration Brother And Sister Open Semley Antique Business Compton Abbas Plans New Shelter for Fanner’s Field Changes Ahead for Shaftesbury’s Gold Hill Museum Rare Medieval Sculpture to be Displayed at Shaftesbury Abbey Museum

Aug 20, 2024 • 57:51

The Alfred Daily – 20th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 20th August 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: £28K Spent So Far, But Melbury And Cann Parish Council Consider Axing Neighbourhood Plan Guy Ritchie’s Family Burial Plot Approved Near Historic Berwick Site Wiltshire Council’s Housing Team To Meet Ludwell And Donhead Locals Shaftesbury’s BadCo Reach Milestone – 150 People Supported   Chamber Chat On Tuesday With Sarah Rudder Live Music, Stunning Views At Shaftesbury Fundraiser   Visitors From Sheppey Rate Shaftesbury  Maltings Garden Guru Jan Walls

Aug 19, 2024 • 59:21

The Alfred Daily – 19th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 19th August 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: First Eat Festival in Shaftesbury Delights Foodies with Fresh Layout and Park Walk Views Volunteers Transform Melbury Village Hall to Boost Community Cohesion Town Council Maintains Support for New Coppice St House After Appeal Rejects First Plan See a Private Shaftesbury Garden Featured in Country Living This Weekend Only Shaftesbury What’s Ons Events Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury This Weekend Donhead’s Forester Inn  Achieves Twitter Pub Fans Listing View From

Aug 18, 2024 • 59:28

The Alfred Daily – 18th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 18th August 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Whats Ons Fontmell’s Duck Race Reinstated For St Andrew’s Church Fundraising Shaftesbury Bookseller Goes On His Bike With Novel Means Of Transport Belle Street Plan Cabaret For BADCO Monday Events Within One Hour Drive Of Shaftesbury Kate And Karren Chat Over The Garden Fence Abbey Volunteers Sweeping Park Walk Want To Recruit New Helpers Sunday Short Story - 'The Getaway' By Ray Lee View From The Hill -A Family On Holiday From Bromley

Aug 17, 2024 • 59:34

The Alfred Daily – 17th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 17th August 2024

(Episode 1610) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s On Bus Ads Will Discourage Disposable BBQs In Dorset Teddies Will Zipline From Motcombe Church Tower, Sunday Shaftesbury Artist Joins Event To Celebrate Neolithic Dorset Cursus What’s On Within An Hour’s Drive Of Shaftesbury – Sunday Paul Merefield’s Quiz Love Shaftesbury – Sophie From Bimport’s Passion For Our Town Shaftesbury Book Blogger Karen Cole Reviews ‘Heart, Be at Peace’ by Donal Ryan Walk Of The Week – Todber To Duncliffe Wi

Aug 16, 2024 • 59:40

The Alfred Daily – 16th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 16th August 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Students Celebrate A-Level Successes, Sharing Future Plans Shaftesbury What's Ons Nominate Now!. 2024 Shaftesbury Business Awards Open Today  Dorset Growth Hub Boss Tackles the Tough Topic of Business Failure At Shaftesbury Session Quiz To Help The Kids - Children Society Challenge Returns to Motcombe Memorial Hall Celebrating Cemeteries and What's Great About Graveyards With Event At St James' View From The Hill - South London Visitors Impressed by Shaftes

Aug 15, 2024 • 59:51

The Alfred Daily – 15th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 15th August 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Road Closures and Roadworks This Week and Next Pair Plan to Kayak the Stour for Samaritans and Read Easy Arts Centre Artist Shares Experience of Classes with Bibby Stockholm Refugees Top Line A-Level Results Please Shaftesbury School Head Friday Music in Motcombe – Kirstie Lawrence Shares Her Songs About Love Shaftesbury VJ Day: Edred Bowman Recalls Hearing of Japan’s Surrender at Age Ten Shaftesbury Bin Lorries Will Promote Dorset’s Housing Helpline Things to Do on F

Aug 14, 2024 • 59:48

The Alfred Daily – 14th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 14th August 2024

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Aug 13, 2024 • 59:26

The Alfred Daily – 13th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 13th August 2024

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Aug 12, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 12th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 12th August 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Regional Food Festival Host First Shaftesbury Street Market On Sunday Shaftesbury What’s On Motcombe Fundraiser Will Distribute Mobility Aids In Rwanda New Entrants Bring Welcome Boost To Melbury’s Annual Produce Show Shaftesbury Oxfam and Cancer Research Shop Bargains This Week View From The Hill- Plane Spotters From Oxfordshire On Park Walk Road Closures This Week Aussie TV Star Sells Opals At Shaftesbury Market Daily Express Praise ‘Charming’ Shaftesbury

Aug 11, 2024 • 59:54

The Alfred Daily – 11th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 11th August 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Pilots Share Their Passion At Compton’s Golden Age Of Aviation Airshow Shaftesbury What’s Ons Monday Events Within A One-Hour Drive Of Shaftesbury See 20 Pre-War Rolls Royce Cars Parade Along Park Walk View From The Hill- Visitor From Queens, New York Classic Car Restorer Nick Butcher - 2CVs, Jeeps And Attending Donhead St Andrew Fete ‘Over The Garden Fence’ – Kate Pickard On Her Mobility Scooter Experience Shaftesbury Writer Liz Foster Reads ‘Catflap’

Aug 10, 2024 • 59:57

The Alfred Daily – 10th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 10th August 2024

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Aug 9, 2024 • 59:37

The Alfred Daily – 9th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 9th August 2024

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Aug 8, 2024 • 59:10

The Alfred Daily – 8th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 8th August 2024

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Aug 7, 2024 • 58:35

The Alfred Daily – 7th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 7th August 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council Oppose Retrospective Half Moon Pub Play Area Fontmell Developer To Replace Dead Trees Tractor Loses Hay Load, Closes A350 North Of Shaftesbury Shaston Seasonal Reflections With Kathy Morgan Nude Aquafit At Shaftesbury’s Lido For Mental Health Charity Celebrating One Year Of Harvest Hill Fruit And Veg Foraging For Fungi: Daisy And Mike’s Adventure In Semley Melbury Abbas And Cann Parish Council’s Stolen Banner Choose Your Favourite Hymn At Motcombe’s St. Ma

Aug 6, 2024 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 6th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 6th August 2024

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Aug 5, 2024 • 59:00

The Alfred Daily – 5th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 5th August 2024

(Episode 1598) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Rotary Club Wants More Businesses To Support Good Causes Shaftesbury What's Ons Protests Reach Dorset Amid National Unrest Hear Which Planning Applications Shaftesbury Town Council Will Debate Roadworks in Shaftesbury Area This Week Fontmell Magna’s Neighbourhood Plan Refresh Suggests No Additional Homes, Dark Sky Measures And Safer Walking View From The Hill - Why Anne from North Derbyshire Loves Shaftesbury Motcombe Gardening Show Judges W

Aug 4, 2024 • 59:20

The Alfred Daily – 4th August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 4th August 2024

(Episode 1597) On The Alfred Daily Today:

Aug 3, 2024 • 59:54

The Alfred Daily – 3rd August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 3rd August 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's ons Compton Airshow Traffic: Fontmell Villagers Advised To Film Bad Driving Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Councillor Wants Family Hub In Shaftesbury - None Currently In N.Dorset Police Investigate Charlton Anti Social Behaviour Meet My Pet: Singer Conor Smith and Lucy View From The Hill: Tim from Somerset Coast Love Shaftesbury - Andy Hollingshead Walk of the week -Gill Walking Festival's Martin Sharp On East Stour Loop Sunday Events Within One Hour's Dr

Aug 2, 2024 • 59:28

The Alfred Daily – 2nd August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 2nd August 2024

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Aug 1, 2024 • 59:56

The Alfred Daily – 1st August 2024

The Alfred Daily – 1st August 2024

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Jul 31, 2024 • 59:24

The Alfred Daily – 31st July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 31st July 2024

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Jul 30, 2024 • 59:27

The Alfred Daily – 30th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 30th July 2024

(Episode 1592) On The Alfred Daily Today:

Jul 29, 2024 • 58:54

The Alfred Daily – 29th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 29th July 2024

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Jul 28, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 28th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 28th July 2024

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Jul 27, 2024 • 59:55

The Alfred Daily – 27th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 27th July 2024

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Jul 26, 2024 • 58:06

The Alfred Daily – 26th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 26th July 2024

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Jul 25, 2024 • 58:26

The Alfred Daily – 25th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 25th July 2024

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Jul 24, 2024 • 59:20

The Alfred Daily – 24th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 24th July 2024

(Episode 1586) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons At Last - Road Repair Schedule For Semley, Donhead, East Knoyle And Berwick Dorset Council Could Set Up Area Boards To Better Serve  Shaftesbury And N. Dorset  Shaftesbury Was 'Ground Zero' On Map In Iconic TV Show Opening Lower Blandford Road Resurfacing Plans Adjusted To After Fringe Weekend First-Ever Dementia-Friendly Event at Shaftesbury Fringe Trio With 210 Years Playing Experience - Fabulous Fossils to Perform at the Ship I

Jul 23, 2024 • 58:45

The Alfred Daily – 23rd July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 23rd July 2024

(Episode 1585) On The Alfred Daily Today:

Jul 22, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 22nd July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 22nd July 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council Raises Allotment and Hall Fees; Antiques Market Boss Warns of Potential Closure Shaftesbury What’s On Dorset Council’s Emergency Team Responds to 39 Weather Events, Launches New Safety Website Villagers Seek Witnesses After Car Destroys Historic Hedge in Motcombe Shaftesbury In Bloom President Urges Businesses to Spruce Up Before National Floral Judging No Grants This Year: New Car Park’s Income Yet to Meet Town Council’s Funding Needs Job Vacancy Resident

Jul 21, 2024 • 59:12

The Alfred Daily – 21st July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 21st July 2024

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Jul 20, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 20th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 20th July 2024

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Jul 19, 2024 • 58:24

The Alfred Daily – 19th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 19th July 2024

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Jul 18, 2024 • 58:52

The Alfred Daily – 18th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 18th July 2024

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Jul 17, 2024 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 17th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 17th July 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Town Council Back Community Rival Mampitts Hall Proposal Council Asked To Tackle ‘Blight’ On High Street Empty Shops  Daisy And Mike Foraging In East Knoyle- St John’s Wort View From The Hill - Motorcyclists Love Shaftesbury’s Scenic Roads Motcombe Man’s Fringe Show Salutes Dylan Thomas And Bob Dylan Shaftesbury What's On Shaftesbury Refugee Group AGM - Supporting New Beginnings Celebrity Chef Lesley Waters - Shaftesbury Cookery School And Motcombe

Jul 16, 2024 • 58:35

The Alfred Daily – 16th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 16th July 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Melbury Councillor Says Villagers Distrust Dorset Council After Dinah’s Hollow Decision Shaftesbury What’s Ons North Dorset Rural Poverty Can ‘Rival’ Weymouth – Says Councillor Semley Auction House Becomes Specialist Sales Site Enmore Green Book Now Available Shaftesbury Flower Arranging Group Seeks New Members Events Within 1 Hr’s Drive with Vix Aguilera Tales Of Technophobia – Richard Foreman At Shaftesbury Fringe View From The Hill- Exmoor Artist P

Jul 15, 2024 • 58:12

The Alfred Daily – 15th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 15th July 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Councillors Try To End Deadock On Mampitts Green Community Hall Charity Cyclist Beats TLW Dance Foundation Target Despite Injury Needing A&E Stay Shaftesbury What’s Ons Maltings Residents’ Gardens Mysteriously Pruned Thumbs Up For Shaftesbury Sunday Market Changes Novelty Figurine Salesman Will Return After Market Success Experience Glow-Worms on Melbury Hill With Expert Daily Events and Activities Up To 1 hour From Shaftesbury Visitors’ Impressions o

Jul 14, 2024 • 59:08

The Alfred Daily – 14th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 14th July 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s on announcements Four schools are winners in Shaftesbury Pub’s Fence competition - Shaftesbury Primary comes first Royal Mail job vacancies Post office Royal Mail in Shaftesbury New roadside egg sales in Motcombe Dorset Police 101 number restored after Sunday morning failure Taylor’s leather chain failure means empty Bell Street store Shaftesbury BUPA Dentist host first dog show 300 artworks and classic cars to see An eclectic East Knoyle exhibition

Jul 13, 2024 • 59:47

The Alfred Daily – 13th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 13th July 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Improved Patient Feedback Ratings For Blackmore Vale GP Practice Gold Hill As Never Seen Before  At  Arts Centre Exhibition Countryside Charity’s Call To Lower Dorset’s Housing Targets Visitor Praises Shaftesbury’s Tranquillity Walk Of The Week: White Hart Link With Tom Perrett Meet My Pet: East Knoyle Owners On Perils Of Cliffs, Ticks And Barbed Wire Bollywood Dance Classes For Kids in Motcombe Alfred’s Pub Quiz With Paul Merefield Why Locals Love Sh

Jul 12, 2024 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 12th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 12th July 2024

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Jul 11, 2024 • 59:47

The Alfred Daily – 11th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 11th July 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: On-Street EV Chargers For Dorset Towns – Don’t Forget Rural Drivers Says  Councillor Compton Coffee Run- Semley’s Monthly Motorists’ Meet-Up Britain In Bloom Judge Praises Shaftesbury’s Community Efforts Shaftesbury What’s Ons Dorset Council Could Meet In Shaftesbury During Market Town Tour Summer Musical Theatre Course for Shaftesbury Kids Long Cross Shopper Slams Tesco Scan as You Shop Power Cut Puts Pay To Fontmell Pub Football Things To Do Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesb

Jul 10, 2024 • 59:14

The Alfred Daily – 10th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 10th July 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Standing Room Only As Estate Builder Reveals Motcombe Plans Shaftesbury What’s Ons Dorset Council Backs £8 Million Dinah’s Hollow Anti-Landslip Scheme Freemasons Controversy Over Dorset Council Report New Focus For Shaftesbury’s Sunday Artisan Market Shaftesbury Artist Creates Digital Tribute To NHS Heroes What’s On Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury Celebrating Jenny Merrifield’s 40 Years Of Shaftesbury Scouting View From The Hill- Swiss Tourists Fall In Love With Shaftesbu

Jul 9, 2024 • 59:06

The Alfred Daily – 9th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 9th July 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: No Gold Hill Fair This Year, But Shaftesbury Rotary Has Big Plans Steam Train Brings Nostalgia to North Dorset New Summer School at Springhead Trust Roadworks and Closures in North Dorset Dorset Council Increases Short-Stay Parking Time For Permit Owners 3,000 Pottery Lovers To Flock to Motcombe for Potfest - This Weekend View From The Hill- Stirling Resident Finds Shaftesbury Worth the Drive Dorset Council’s £8 Million Decision on Dinah’s Hollow - Tonight Events Guide

Jul 8, 2024 • 59:55

The Alfred Daily – 8th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 8th July 2024

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Jul 7, 2024 • 59:56

The Alfred Daily – 7th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 7th July 2024

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Jul 6, 2024 • 59:54

The Alfred Daily – 6th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 6th July 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Gary Jackson – On Second Place In N.Dorset Election Race Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Shaftesbury What’s On Songs At Supper - Fundraising Picnic for Shaftesbury Hospital Kim’s 30 Years of Service Recognised at Cancer Research UK Trish Strachan Meets Gail’s Six Cats in East Knoyle View From The Hill- Dublin Pet Sitters Explore Shaftesbury Tim Edwyn-Jones Shares His Love for Shaftesbury Walk Of The Week - Quaker Burial Ground with Dave Hardiman Karen Col

Jul 5, 2024 • 59:30

The Alfred Daily – 5th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 5th July 2024

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Jul 4, 2024 • 59:06

The Alfred Daily – 4th July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 4th July 2024

(Episode 1566) On The Alfred Daily Today: Brisk Start To Shaftesbury Voting With First-Timer Voters in First Shaftesbury What’s Ons 900 Players, 58 Teams, 4 Bars With North Dorset’s Massive Rugby Weekend Wildflower Meadows In Sedgehill And Semley Trim Your Bush Or We’ll Send  A Bill – Motcombe’s Hedgeowner Warning Remember Shaftesbury’s Shops Of The 60s &70s Travel Costs Put Pay To Twin Town Liberation Day Trip East Knoyle Poet Elaine Cadogan Reads ‘Dark Blue Yonder’ Semley Woman’s Petition To S

Jul 3, 2024 • 58:52

The Alfred Daily – 3rd July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 3rd July 2024

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Jul 2, 2024 • 59:22

The Alfred Daily – 2nd July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 2nd July 2024

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Jul 1, 2024 • 59:05

The Alfred Daily – 1st July 2024

The Alfred Daily – 1st July 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Police Sirens Wake Maltings Residents On Saturday Motcombe’s First Ever Music Festival: A Resounding Success Shaftesbury What's Ons All About The Berwick Bulletin Bournemouth Visitors Share Their Love for Shaftesbury Shaftesbury Architecture With Phil Proctor - Grosvenor Arms Assembly Room National Trust Ranger Clive Whitbourn's Nature Notes New Finds at Shaftesbury’s Oxfam Bookshop And Cancer Research

Jun 30, 2024 • 57:39

The Alfred Daily – 30th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 30th June 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Ceramic Cafe Brings Artistic Fun to Shaftesbury Kathy Morgan's Swift Watch  BadCo Walk Half Marathon Up And Down Gold Hill Extraordinary Outfits Delight Shoppers At Arts Centre Costume Sale View From The Hill - South Londo Visitors Enjoy Shaftesbury’s Charm  Talented Teen Jazz Performer Delights Donhead Concertgoers Enmore Green Hosts Birthday Party For Three 90-Year-Olds Kate And Karren Chat About Summer Clothes And Cranborne's Canine Sign Local Writer Ray Lee Shares

Jun 29, 2024 • 59:47

The Alfred Daily – 29th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 29th June 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Fire Crew Called To Maltings Bin Fire Shaftesbury What’s Ons Events Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury On Sunday Shaftesbury And Bedchester B & B on Podcast Promoting UK To Americans Basketball Sessions To Start In Shaftesbury Meet My Pet - David, Lizzie And Labrador Bramble In East Knoyle Walk Of The Week - Ashmore With Alan Dedden Love Shaftesbury - Kevin Partridge Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Donhead Tennis Club Make County Finals Of National Tennis Contest View From The Hil

Jun 28, 2024 • 58:38

The Alfred Daily – 28th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 28th June 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Fontmell Man’s Tech Protecting Cars, Farm Kit And New Drivers Shaftesbury What’s On View From The Hill- Visitors From Wimborne Discovers Shaftesbury New Headteacher For Shaftesbury School Things To Saturday Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury Help Volunteers Tackle Castle Hill Balsam Tomorrow N. Dorset Hustings- Candidates On NHS Dentists & Helping Shaftesbury High St Thrive Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Book Shelf- Semley Stories Job Vacancy – Golden Snowdrop

Jun 27, 2024 • 58:50

The Alfred Daily – 27th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 27th June 2024

(Episode 1559) On The Alfred Daily Today: Fontmell Surgery Redevelopment - Villagers Want Car Park And Path Access Retained Shaftesbury What’s Ons Third Shaftesbury Antique Shop Will Bring In Bargain Hunters Says Expert Things To Do Within 1 Hour Of Shaftesbury Oscar Wilde Outdoors- Pop-Up Theatre Coming To East Knoyle Shaftesbury Roadworks Belle Street Singer’s Directorial Debut With Local Paranormal Play Wessex Internet – UK’s Best Rural Enterprise Fighting Rural/Urban ‘Digital Divide’ Shafte

Jun 26, 2024 • 57:48

The Alfred Daily – 26th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 26th June 2024

(Episode 1558) On The Alfred Daily Today: Developer Considers Housing Project in Motcombe Raised Allowances Boosts Dorset Council’s Foster Carer Recruitment Santander to Restore Shaftesbury Branch From Barracks to Barista: Emma Grindrod’s New Life With Lattes Indian Couple’s Special Return to Shaftesbury Daisy And Mike’s Foraging Adventure in Donhead St. Andrew Access Track Improvements at Win Green Beavers Return to the Stour In North Dorset Shaftesbury What’s Ons Things To

Jun 25, 2024 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 25th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 25th June 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Tribute Bands And Bollywood At Motcombe’s First Music Fest Temporary Accommodation Quest After Shaftesbury Salon Fire Shaftesbury Man Praises ‘Amazing’ Fast Fire Service Turnout A Misty Morning On French Mill Lane- Kathy’s  Observations View From The Hill- Debbie From Portsmouth Discovers Shaftesbury Car Show And  Tractor Rally On Shaftesbury Carnival Calendar Folk Star Travels 500 Miles To Sing With Anna-Louise At Fringe Events 1 Hour From  Shaftesbury

Jun 24, 2024 • 59:32

The Alfred Daily – 24th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 24th June 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:  Firecrew Close High Street To Tackle Shaftesbury Salon Fire Shaftesbury What's Ons Fontmell Magna Council To Discuss Surgery Conversion To House Open Garden Fundraiser Success For Hospital Friends July Traffic Lights In Fontmell Following Collision With Home Former Shaftesbury Schoolboy Switches From Comedy To Kids Entertainer Keeping 600 Homes Connected – Motcombe’s ‘The Villager’  Skill, Strategy And Fantasy At Shaftesbury’s Fortnightly Gaming Nights

Jun 23, 2024 • 59:48

The Alfred Daily – 23rd June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 23rd June 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Tributes To Nick And Mary At Ashmore’s Midsummer Filly Lou             Estate Developer Awaits Neighbourhood Plan In Cann Jay Miller’s Circus Returns To Motcombe Semley Man’s Personal Journey On Aid Convoy To Lviv Weeds And Bamboos As Kate And Karren Chat Over The Garden Fence View From The Hill With Marlborough Motorcyclist Mark Original Writing On Alfred: Dee Buckley’s Short Story Shaftesbury What’s Ons

Jun 22, 2024 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 22nd June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 22nd June 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:   250 Years Of Motcombe Methodist Church On Display This Weekend Pomp, Pizza And Pop – Shaftesbury’s Mayor-Making Gets A Makeover Dorset And Wiltshire Fire Service Warn Of Wild Fire Risk Shaftesbury Residents Encouraged To Film And Report People Who Litter Shaftesbury What’s Ons Love Shaftesbury – Shastonian Jack Jeanes View From The Hill – Kettering Couple Staying In Motcombe Paul Merefield’s Quiz Meet My Pet – Juliet And ‘Smiling Dog’ Tosca In Donhead St Andrew Walk

Jun 21, 2024 • 58:54

The Alfred Daily – 21st June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 21st June 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s On Blow For Promoted Rockies As ‘Goal Machine’ Quits Council Back Plan To Make Shaftesbury World’s First Nature Town North Dorset MP Candidates’ Thoughts On Prisons And Indy School Vat Exemption Council Firm Up Policy On Imposing Memorials At Mampitts Cemetery Wales’ Most Famous Male Choir Announce Shaftesbury Concert Learning Bushcraft Skills In Semley Maltings Green Spaces Maintenance Will Restart Say Remus Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf – Ta

Jun 20, 2024 • 58:57

The Alfred Daily – 20th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 20th June 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Homeless In Shaftesbury – Four Locals Tells Us About Life, Living In A Tent Shaftesbury  What’s Ons Swan’s Trust And Cygnet Gallery Reward Junior Art Talent View From The Hill – Visitor From Bewdley Shaftesbury Concert - Dorset And UK Folk Tunes Played On Period Instruments Chef-To-The-Stars Presents Healthy Recipes At Shaftesbury Talk 60s Compton And Fontmell Memories – Jackie & Jeanette On Hairstyles Childrens Society Raise £535 With Street Collection Swift Watch – K

Jun 19, 2024 • 59:55

The Alfred Daily – 19th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 19th June 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Shaftesbury What's On Assembly Room Conversion To Bedrooms Refused-Grosvenor Considering Appeal Former Semley Workhouse’s Wonderful Garden Opens  Shaftesbury School Students Launch Newspaper  Councillors Discuss Library Hours And Volunteer Staffing  5 Shaftesbury BT Staff Complete Three Peaks Within 24 Hours  Foraging At Win Green With Daisy And Mike Matt Boatwright’s Property Matters Art And Automobiles At East Knoyle Atelier View From The Hill - Visitors From  Cali

Jun 18, 2024 • 59:26

The Alfred Daily – 18th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 18th June 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Polling company predict Lib Dem election  win in North Dorset, Labour  in Salisbury seat St James’ Japanese knotweed could take eight years to kill off with Glysophate Tree Group Backs Request For Tony Hawkins Memorial Tree Councillors Want Grant Money To Fund Pedestrianisation Survey Celebrate Cranborne Chase Heritage And Landscape Projects At Larmer Tree Event Shaftesbury What’s Ons Semley Church Solar Heating Project Launched CAB log 11% Rise In Demand From Sh

Jun 17, 2024 • 59:09

The Alfred Daily – 17th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 17th June 2024

(Episode 1549) On The Alfred Daily Today: Carnival Committee Plans Iconic Ball Race Down Gold Hill Dorset Councillor Senior Officer Pay Cut Dispute Continues Wildlife Wonder at French Mill Lane Hope2Cycle Needs Volunteers View From The Hill- Nailsworth Visitor Enjoys Shaftesbury’s Gelato Within 1 hr Of Shaftesbury - Folk And D-DAy Events Guides Movement Thriving in Shaftesbury History: Phil Proctor Explores Lyons Walk Fontmell’s The Gossip Tree: A Village News Resource New On Sale at Shaftesbur

Jun 16, 2024 • 59:47

The Alfred Daily – 16th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 16th June 2024

(Episode 1548) On The Alfred Daily Today:

Jun 15, 2024 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 15th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 15th June 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Persimmon’s Maple Road Play Area: New Councillor Wants  Action Farnfield Solicitors Support Brave And Determined Company Big Donation New Guide For Rural Dorset Residents On Crime Reduction Meet My Pet Margaret Marsh Miranda’s Canine Companions New Guide For Reducing Crime In Rural Dorset Is Published Shaftesbury In The Rain: Shaston Seasonal Reflections Paul Merefield’s Quiz Karen Cole Reviews ‘The Mercy Chair ‘by M.W. Craven. Shaftesbury What’s Ons Love Shaftesbury –

Jun 14, 2024 • 59:06

The Alfred Daily – 14th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 14th June 2024

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Jun 13, 2024 • 44:15

The Alfred Daily – 13th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 13th June 2024

(Episode 1545) On The Alfred Daily Today: Councillor Denies Claims of Dorset Pay Cuts for Senior Officers Coombe House School to Hire Farm Manager for Market Sale Project Silton Art Group Showcases Diverse Talent at Shaftesbury Art Centre Shaftesbury Seasonal Reflections: Wild Strawberries Signal Summer Visitors to Shaftesbury Enjoy Historic Abbey and Free Admission  New Beauty Salon Opens in Shaftesbury Shaftesbury Could Be Britain’s First Nature Town Roman Artifacts To Be Displayed at Gold Hi

Jun 12, 2024 • 59:29

The Alfred Daily – 12th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 12th June 2024

(Episode 1544) On The Alfred Daily Today: Disabled Shaftesbury Driver Urges Doorbell Cam Checks To Find Stolen Fiat Coombe House New Term Expansion – More Pupils And Sixth Form Join Pop-Up Choir For Two-Day Semley Festival Dementia Support Drop In At Shaftesbury’s GP Surgery 120 Schoolkids To Oyster Coppice’s Ancient Woodland Shaftesbury What’s Ons Tollard Royal Foraging – Dog Roses With Daisy And Mike View From The Hill- Visitor From Ilkley Matt Boatwright’s Property Q And A

Jun 11, 2024 • 59:33

The Alfred Daily – 11th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 11th June 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: National Carers Week Event At Shaftesbury Hospital Councillor Warns Of  Foyle Hill Driving Danger Shaftesbury Student Wins National Poetry Prize Shaftesbury What's Ons And Roadworks Visitors' Views- Cambridge Visitor Berwick St John Village Fete- Bid For Auction Items Money Can't Buy Gardening Advice From Jan Walls On The Maltings Donhead Resident  Shares Her Battle With Lyme Disease

Jun 10, 2024 • 54:14

The Alfred Daily – 10th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 10th June 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Compton Parish Councillor Calls For Air Show Cancellation   Carers Week – Tiggy Walker Caring For Husband, Radio 2 Star Johnnie   Duncliffe Garden Club Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Summer Show   Enmore Green Celebrates 90th Birthdays with Afternoon Tea Inspired by The Ritz   Rare Bird Books Delight at Shaftesbury’s Oxfam Bookshop   Visitor from New Zealand Delights in Shaftesbury’s Charm and History   Enmore Green History Unveiled in Dave Godden’s Book and Guided W

Jun 9, 2024 • 57:50

The Alfred Daily – 9th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 9th June 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Candidates Announced for General Election In Salisbury And North Dorset Seats Semley School Pupils’ Art Launches Church Solar Panel Campaign At Fete East Knoyle’s Cools Farm Hosts Sustainable Farming Open Day Shaftesbury What’s On Donhead Artist Commemorates D-Day with ‘Dazzle Ships’ Display Visitors from Newcastle-Under-Lyme Rate Shaftesbury’s Historic Charm Relief for Shaftesbury Residents as Persistent Alarm is Finally Silenced Kate And Karren Neighbours Reflect on

Jun 8, 2024 • 58:47

The Alfred Daily – 8th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 8th June 2024

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Jun 7, 2024 • 59:25

The Alfred Daily – 7th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 7th June 2024

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Jun 6, 2024 • 58:17

The Alfred Daily – 6th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 6th June 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Marks 80th Anniversary Of D-Day With 8am Proclamation Dorset Planners Reject Town Council’s Request For Site Enmore Court Site Visit Melbury Filmmaker Rebecca Rose Tackles Forced Adoption In New Short Film Shaftesbury What’s Ons Job Vacancies At Shaston Club And Ye Olde Two Brewers  Shaftesbury Students Tackle Climate Change And Migration Issues In Day-Long Seminar Visitors From Gateshead Admire Shaftesbury’s Scenic Views Osteopath Specialis

Jun 5, 2024 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 5th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 5th June 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Jack Jeanes Calls For Full Committee Review Of Controversial Town Hall Planning Application Shaftesbury Commemorates 80th Anniversary Of D-Day With Series Of Events Shaftesbury Electrician Completes Solo Motorbike Trek Across Sahara To Gambia Guitar Trio Serenata To Perform At St. James’s Church In Honour Of Nick Crump Weekly Foraging With Daisy And Mike - Nettles In Ashmore New Liberal Democrat Council Faces Financial And Staffing Challenges In Dorset View From The Hi

Jun 4, 2024 • 59:02

The Alfred Daily – 4th June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 4th June 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Churchill Likely To Get Permission For Retirement Flats On Cattle Market Dorset Council Plan To Reinstate £2 Million Fund To Support Most In Need Dorset Elections Could Cost £1 Million. North Dorset Count Over £200k Semley Fete Finds New Venue Due To Waterlogged Green Eastbourne Locals Love Shaftesbury’s Charms – View From The Hill Professor Of Railways Shares Knowledge At Charlton Talk Donhead St Mary Preserve Historic Mile Marker Shaftesbury’s New Rock Band Opens Roy

Jun 3, 2024 • 57:56

The Alfred Daily – 3rd June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 3rd June 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Jenny Morrisetti to Bust Renewable Energy Myths at Shaftesbury Talk Shaftesbury What’s Ons Portrait of Twinning Exchange Founder Unveiled During Lindlar’s Visit 81-year-old Tangent Club Founder Wing Walks For Air Ambulance Fun with Dogs and Fungi at East Knoyle’s Fundraising Fete Charity Shop News-  Oxfam Books’ Romanian Treasure, Cancer Research’s Summer Wardrobe Shaftesbury Area Roadworks Volunteers Week –  Dorset Police Salute Work Of Unpaid Helpers Kenyan Seeks t

Jun 2, 2024 • 59:21

The Alfred Daily – 2nd June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 2nd June 2024

(Episode 1534) On The Alfred Daily Today: Daughter Of Shaftesbury's Twining Founder Visits Hoeller Close Shaftesbury What's Ons Poole Visitors Rate Shaftesbury Abbey Garden Party Supports Counselling Charity At Shaftesbury Dentists  Kate And Karren Chat 'Over The Garden Fence' Ann Toomy Reads 'Some Enchanted Morning'

Jun 1, 2024 • 59:51

The Alfred Daily – 1st June 2024

The Alfred Daily – 1st June 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Morrisons Daily Store Rents Five Affordable Flats In Town Centre Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Shaftesbury What’s Ons Walk Of The Week: Exploring The White Hart Link With Tom Perrett Grant Secured For Shaftesbury Social Group Jolly Good Company Meet My Pet: Alpacas In Hartgrove Shaftesbury Workshop: Transform Sentimental Wine Bottles Into Candle Holders Visitors From Surrey Enjoy Shaftesbury’s Charm Love Shaftesbury – Why TV Chef Lesley Waters Enjoys Life

May 31, 2024 • 59:04

The Alfred Daily – 31st May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 31st May 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Mayor Alex Chase Announces Community-Inclusive Mayor Making Ceremony Brave And Determined Company Chosen As Mayor’s Charity For The Year Key Election Dates Announced For Wiltshire And Dorset Residents Cyclist Michael Wolff Abandons Charity Ride After Accident Near Wigan Shaftesbury Welcomes German Guests Despite Border Delays Syrian Refugees Celebrate British Citizenship After Six Years Town Band AGM-Surprise Award For Musical Director, Hall Rebuild Cheap

May 30, 2024 • 58:24

The Alfred Daily – 30th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 30th May 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Fire Engines Climb Gold Hill As Crew Prepare Museum Artefact Rescue Visit Eight Inspiring Open Gardens In Berwick St John Metal Detectorists Find Bullets, Coins, and Musket Balls On Gascoigne’s Lane British And Polish Champions Pilots’  Aerobatics In Skies Above Compton Shaftesbury What’s Ons Jackie And Jeanette’s 60s Fontmell And Compton Memories – Home Phones View From The Hill- Visitor From  Christchurch, NZ Cornish Singer-Songwriter To Entertain Friday Revellers In

May 29, 2024 • 59:47

The Alfred Daily – 29th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 29th May 2024

(Episode 1530) On The Alfred Daily Today:

May 28, 2024 • 59:57

The Alfred Daily – 28th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 28th May 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Labour Picks Charity Leader For North Dorset Election Battle  Shaftesbury Gears Up For Visit From German Twin Town  Dorset Doddlers’ Free Couch To 5K: Ready To Run?  Enmore Green's Carolyne Moran At Dorset Art Weeks Planners Will Debate 280 New Homes North Of Shaftesbury  Jane's Jobs: Chef, Barista In Semley, Receptionist Wanted, Shaftesbury  Elton Tribute Star Plays Shaftesbury After Double Lung Transplant  Jan Walls On Morning Garden Walks Shaftesbury What’s On  View

May 27, 2024 • 59:16

The Alfred Daily – 27th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 27th May 2024

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May 26, 2024 • 59:19

The Alfred Daily – 26th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 26th May 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: New Coach To Help Shaftesbury Bowlers Reach Higher Level Shaftesbury What’s Ons Mocha And Mental Health Chats With BadCo’s Park Walk Pop-Up New Defibrillator And Folk Songs As Lido Opens For Summer Donhead Students Will Drive Aid To Ukraine Kate And Karren Chat ‘Over The Garden’ Fence Trade Plates Travel Blogger Praises Shaftesbury’s Gold Hill Shaftesbury Swifts Watch Sunday Story “The Scam’ By Ray Lee

May 25, 2024 • 58:02

The Alfred Daily – 25th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 25th May 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Transforming Fabric Into Fabulous Outfits At Sustainable Clothing Event Dorset Council: Signs The Solution To Blocked High Street Pavement Dorset Police Change Response To Mental Health Crisis Calls Police Share Tips To Prevent Theft From Cars This Bank Holiday Councillor Demands Reversal Of Library Closure On Market Day Mornings More Cash To Fight Wiltshire Lay-By Fly-Tipping Meet My Pet: Elaine From East Knoyle Walk Of The Week: Shaftesbury To Tisbury With Dave Green

May 24, 2024 • 59:51

The Alfred Daily – 24th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 24th May 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Community Collaborates in Queen Mother’s Garden Refresh Shaftesbury What’s On Wanted: Memories and Memorabilia as Motcombe Methodist Celebrates 250 Years Unique Art Exhibition Space Opens at Wincombe Business Park Folk Trio to Serenade Swimmers at Lido’s Summer Opening Much-Loved Former Gill and Shaftesbury Show Boss Receives His MBE Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf: Alternative Farming and On Head Shaftesbury Area Jobs: Port Regis, Coombe House and Sorrelle View f

May 23, 2024 • 59:50

The Alfred Daily – 23rd May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 23rd May 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Political Parties React To The Election Announcement Busiest Week Yet For Coppice Street Car Park That Funds Community Grants A Book, Walk And Talk About Enmore Green’s People And Places Shaftesbury’s Michael Wolff Cycling Across UK For Team Torri Lend A Hand On Sunday To Keep Bell Street Beautiful Shaftesbury What’s Ons View From The Hill - Visitor From Suffolk Games And Local Goods Will Fill The Field At East Stour’s New Fete Jackie And Jeanette’s 60s And 70s

May 22, 2024 • 59:23

The Alfred Daily – 22nd May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 22nd May 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Firefighters Respond to Prison Blaze Town Council Challenge Dorset Council Over School Road Resurfacing During Term Time Phil Beats Fundraising Target Fourfold in Cancer Charity Bike Ride Tyre Company Closes Stur Branch and Doubles Shaftesbury Workforce Cast Raise Cash to Fund Arts Centre Musical Shaftesbury What’s Ons View from the Hill - Visitor from Bristol Fontmell Talk Shares Life Lessons from Dorset Writers Hardy and Barnes Reflection on Youth - Poetry by Semley’

May 21, 2024 • 57:51

The Alfred Daily – 21st May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 21st May 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Two Shaftesbury Archaeologists Discover Roman Farmstead In Cann. Melbury Council Doubts Dinah Hollow’s Landslip Risk After Incident-Free Wet Winter. Water Quality Debate Get Local - MP Would Swim In Stour, Opponent  Cautious 32 Young Shaftesbury Performers Shine With Award In Birmingham Musicals Event. Garden Guru Jan Walls - Looking Forward To Summer Plant Sales. Powerful Play About The NHS’s Architect At Arts Centre East Knoyle, Donhead And Semley Locals Could Get Fr

May 20, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 20th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 20th May 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dementia-Friendly Makeover Of Shaftesbury Park Unveiling Thursday Cycling Stamina And Skills Tested With North Dorset Cycle Ride Paint-Throwing Fun Brings Out The Crowds In Motcombe Quest To Find The Fastest Service At The Four Villages Fete TV Chef Gives Top Marks To Sedgehill Fete Food Shaftesbury What’s Ons Women Wanted For Ladies Skittles League Bargains From Shaftesbury’s Charity Shops

May 19, 2024 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 19th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 19th May 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Cancer Charity Fashion For A Fiver Fundraiser Fills Town Band Hall Rambling Author Reveals His Favourite Walk Is Local, Ahead of Grosvenor Event Shaftesbury What's Ons View Victorian History with Rare East Knoyle Garden Opening View From The Hill - London Couple Show French Visitors Shaftesbury Kate And Karren chat  - Old HSBC Bank Works And Coles' Funfair's Impressive Tidy-Up Liz Foster Reads 'Lydia's Book Club'

May 18, 2024 • 58:58

The Alfred Daily – 18th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 18th May 2024

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May 17, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 17th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 17th May 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Top Of The Class – Shaftesbury Pupils’ Eco Ideas Are Best In 10,000 Entries Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Book Shelf – Dorset Villages Viewed By 1930s Photographer Fontmell Women Dress To Impress At Fashion Show For Church Repair Shaftesbury Councillor To Chair Dorset Council Committee New Dorset Council Chair Is Likely A Record-Breaker Keeping Their Powder Wet – Motcombe’s Paint-Throwing Colour Run Three Councils Collaborate To Make A350 North Of S

May 16, 2024 • 59:56

The Alfred Daily – 16th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 16th May 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Questions About Old Bank Refurb, Blocking Pavements Donheads Councillor Calculates Cost Of Wiltshire Potholes Shaftesbury Schoolboy Makes Final Of National Performance Poetry Competition Cranborne Chase Walking Festival Now Welcomes Dogs, With Special Event Visitors’ Views: Andover Tourists Love Shaftesbury Shaftesbury What’s Ons Big Plant Sale To Boost Hospital Friends’ Funds Glowing Report For Dorset Special Educational Needs Provision Pooling Talent - Wiltshire Need

May 15, 2024 • 59:55

The Alfred Daily – 15th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 15th May 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: New Maltings Hub is Cllr Chase’s Priority as Shaftesbury Mayor Stand-Ups Find Humour in ‘Confidence’ with Shaftesbury Panel Game Making Gore Clump and Spread Eagle Hill Safer – Melbury’s Road Safety Plan Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Swifts with Cathy Morgan Fontmell Friends Speaker Explains Why You Need to Eat Nettles Shaftesbury Art and Exercise Experts Picked for Pyrenees Retreat View from the Hill – Callum from Westbourne Award for Fontmell’s Church-to-Church Char

May 14, 2024 • 59:08

The Alfred Daily – 14th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 14th May 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: No North Dorset Members In New Dorset Council Cabinet Former Jhoots Locum Pharmacy Shares Concerns Over Patient Safety Councillor Welcomes New Town Council With Most Women Ever And Younger Average Age Some Donhead And Semley Potholes Are ‘Dangerous’ Says MP Shaftesbury Abbey Expert Lecture - How Gardens Evolved From Alfred To Henry VIII Blooms, Bakes, Sausage Rolls And Seeds – At Sedgehill On Sunday Singers And Stand-Ups Sought For Dentist Garden’s Gig Shaftesbury What

May 13, 2024 • 1:00:03

The Alfred Daily – 13th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 13th May 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Blue Badge Owning Market Organiser Understands Disabled Driver Frustration Recognition for Shaftesbury Abbey's environmental efforts Art Inspired By East Knoyle Walks Fills Arts Centre Walls Dorset Mind Support Ten People During Library Drop In Motcombe Man Completes Lands End To John O’Groats Ride Charity Shop Latest: Board Games On Sale At Oxfam, Summer Clothes At CRUK View From The Hill- Visitors From Wilton Shaftesbury What’s Ons

May 12, 2024 • 59:53

The Alfred Daily – 12th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 12th May 2024

(Episode 1513) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Firecrew Tackle Guy’s Marsh Cell Blaze Donhead Author’s Book Plays Homage To Hedgerows Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Expert Talk- How Fermented Food Could Make You Feel Better Why Joining Shaftesbury Rock Band Onyx Has Changed Bill Bruce’s Life View From The Hill – Visitors From Sutton Don’t Like Our Loos North Dorset Author Ray Lee Reads ‘Hero’ Donhead Diary- The Barker’s Hill Story

May 11, 2024 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 11th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 11th May 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Businessman Launches Dorset Artwork Courier Service Tour The New Arboretum During Wincombe Park’s Annual Opening See Lambs Being Born In East Knoyle This Weekend New Dorset Council To Announce Cabinet Roles Shaftesbury Councillors Asked To Renew Conduct Pledge Two-fifths of Eligible Dorset People Receive Covid Jab View From The Hill- Epsom Visitor Paul Merefield’s Quiz Meet My Pet – MK And Charlie From East Knoyle Walk Of The Week- Do

May 10, 2024 • 59:51

The Alfred Daily – 10th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 10th May 2024

(Episode 1511) On The Alfred Daily Today:   New Lib Dem Councillor Wants 30 MPH Grosvenor Rd & Christy’s Lane Shaftesbury What’s Ons Dorset Wildlife Trust and Abbey Help You Enhance Nature at Sunday Garden Event Round Table Hope Semley Bushcraft Evening Will Boost Membership Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf- Berwick, Semley And Donhead In The 80s Fontmell Residents Urged to Report ‘Near Misses’ Following Driver's ThreatBottom of Form Flour Power –Harnessing The Sun And Sturkle At Cann

May 9, 2024 • 59:47

The Alfred Daily – 9th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 9th May 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Cllr Derek Beer On Lib Dems Plans For Shaftesbury All About Alcester-The  Shaftesbury Area Few People Know About Shaston Gardening Club Winds Up After A Century Of Celebrating Horticulture Five Years Of The Maltings’ Spar- Bestseller Revealed Business Networking At The Brewers’ Shaftesbury Commemorates V.E Day Shaftesbury What’s Ons Jackie and Jeanette’s 60 Memories Of Fontmell’s Pub King Continues As Weldmar Patron

May 8, 2024 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 8th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 8th May 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Area Schools Could Win Cash for Painting a Pub Fence Award Winning Wildlife Garden Opens to Raise Cash for St James' Church Shaftesbury Car Boot-Style Sale Devoted to Crafts and Arts Shaftesbury Police Impound Noisy, Stolen Moped Visitors' Views: A Walking Party from Surrey BV Dairy's New Owner Confirms Commitment To North Dorset Cycle Ride Renewal Quirky Irish Comedy Screens At Arts Centre on Friday Shaftesbury's Whats Ons Shaftesbury Accommodation Needed

May 7, 2024 • 59:53

The Alfred Daily – 7th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 7th May 2024

(Episode 1508) On The Alfred Daily Today: Wessex Water Withdraw Plans For Homes At Shaftesbury Farmstead Shaftesbury What’s Ons Haimes Lane Closure Next Week, Ivy X Roundabout Shut Tonight Shaftesbury Councillor Positive About Police Station Reopening  MP Opens New Cools Farm Organic Meats Shop Injured Shaftesbury Mental Health Speaker Needs £800 For Scunthorpe Trip View From The Hill – Visitors From Epsom Gardening Tips From The Maltings With Jan Walls Discover Italy Through Food And A Film

May 6, 2024 • 59:28

The Alfred Daily – 6th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 6th May 2024

(Episode 1507) On The Alfred Daily Today:

May 5, 2024 • 59:40

The Alfred Daily – 5th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 5th May 2024

(Episode 1506) On The Alfred Daily Today: Police Commissioner David Sidwick ‘Humbled’ By His Re-Election First Election Win For Shaftesbury Councillors Conor Smith And Greg Williams Shaftesbury Woman Wants Woodland To Film Viking Movie Demo Shaftesbury’s New Pottery Café Promises Sunday Opening Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Seeking Cuckoos Donhead Diary – John’s Cottage Garden Shaftesbury Fire Crew Abseil Down Trinity Tower Kate And Karren On The Removal Of The Town Hall

May 4, 2024 • 59:38

The Alfred Daily – 4th May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 4th May 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Guy Ritchie’s Gritchie Brewery Cease Production – Will Attend Feastival Shaftesbury What’s Ons Lib Dems Take Dorset Council Cllr Derek Beer Expects Cabinet Role, Bus Gate, Pedestrian Priority High Street Shaftesbury East Ward Election Results View From The Hill- Warminster Visitors Astronomy Expert Will Show You How To Stargaze With Binoculars Walk Of The Week – Bluebells At Ashmore With Terry Yarrow Paul Merefield’s Quiz Meet My Pet- Margaret The Dog, Of East Knoyle K

May 3, 2024 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 3rd May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 3rd May 2024

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May 2, 2024 • 1:00:06

The Alfred Daily – 2nd May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 2nd May 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Under-12s Triumph in League – Can You Help Future Football Success? Polling Pints – Donhead Voters Pick Police Commissioner In A Pub New November Contest For Shaftesbury’s Young Talent Jackie And Jeanette Share More Fontmell Primary Memories Cannabis Plants Seized During Four Police Raids In Shaftesbury View From The Hill – Visitors From Sydney Love The Abbey Shaftesbury Neighbourhood Plan To Suggest Town Centre Housing Sites Shaftesbury What’s Ons

May 1, 2024 • 58:28

The Alfred Daily – 1st May 2024

The Alfred Daily – 1st May 2024

(Episode 1502) On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council No Longer Oppose Grosvenor’s Plan To Convert Assembly Room To Bedrooms The World Caught On Camera At Shaftesbury Photo Exhibition Deer Filmed After Dark In St James’ Park Sacred Sounds When Touring Choir Perform At St Peter’s View From The Hill- Visitor From Bavaria Matt Boatwright’s Property Matters Shaftesbury What’s Ons Revealed  - The Reason Behind Shaftesbury’s Painted Pebbles Bhutanese Film Picked For Final Shaftesbury Indie This Seas

Apr 30, 2024 • 59:49

The Alfred Daily – 30th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 30th April 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Cook Along With A Top TV Chef At Sunday’s Shaftesbury Feastival The Charlton Chat All about Noel Coward Police Commissioner Candidate Addresses Shaftesbury Police Cover Secret Of A Psychic – Nikki Kitt Talks At Her Shaftesbury Show Tattie Bogle Plan Pop- Up May Day Music In Ansty View From The Hill- Visitors From Trowbridge Shaftesbury What’s Ons John Parker Reviews First Cranborne Chase National Landscape Meeting Maltings Garden Guru Jan Walls

Apr 29, 2024 • 1:00:13

The Alfred Daily – 29th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 29th April 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council’s 2024 Goals- Wincombe Rec Refresh And Town Centre Signage Under 16’s Have Shaped Shaftesbury Future Sats Student Council Chair Piecing Together The Past – Expert Hired For Abbey’s Historic Statue Display Cornish Young Farmers Visit Semley Tractor Business Shaftesbury What’s Ons Beehive Yourself – April At Our East Knoyle Apiary North Dorset Nature With National Trust Ranger Clive Whitbourn View From The Hill – Visitors From Southend Review Shaftesbury Sha

Apr 28, 2024 • 59:48

The Alfred Daily – 28th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 28th April 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury FC Promoted To Southern League Sustainable Gardens Celebrated At Semley's Spring Fair Music Morning Helps Repair St John's Church Repair Fund View From The Hill- Visitors From Penarth, Cardiff Filipino Foodie Treat In May, In Motcombe Shaftesbury What's Ons Kate And Karren Chat 'Over The Garden Fence' Sunday Story - Liz Foster Reads 'Country Life'

Apr 27, 2024 • 59:04

The Alfred Daily – 27th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 27th April 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Verging On Dangerous – Calls To Fix Motcombe’s Frog Lane Shaftesbury Yarnbomber Wants Knitters To Help Tackle Dorset Fraud Paul Merefield’s Quiz Karen Cole Reviews ‘The Collapsing Wave’ Walk Of The Week – Kingsettle Bluebells With Andrew Ebens Meet My Pet – James And Bronny Of East Knoyle Today Could Be Shaftesbury FC’s Biggest Day In 136 Years My Shaftesbury – Neil Bruce

Apr 26, 2024 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 26th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 26th April 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: PCC Candidate Marianne Storey Commits To Reopening Shaftesbury Police Station Shaftesbury Man Films BBC Documentary About HIV Prevention Drug Royal British Legion Wear Rosemary To Remember Anzac Day Shaftesbury’s Women’s Group Tangent Celebrates 50th Year With New Chair Request For Help From Shaftesbury’s John Foyle Charity Up 33% Shaftesbury What’s Ons View From The Hill- Visitors From Norfolk Towering Creative Ceramics As Four Artists Share Shaftesbury Gallery Space

Apr 25, 2024 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 25th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 25th April 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury FC  Promotion Quest – Rockies Through To Final Listed Lion’s Mouth Damaged In Collision – But Will Dorset Council Fund Repair New Shop And Microdairy as East Knoyle’s Cools Farm Expands Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Swifts Return To Gold Hill Motcombe Man To Ride Land’s End To John O’Groats For Cancer Charity View From The Hill- Poole Visitors Shaftesbury Disability Campaigner Breaks Both Ankles In House Of Lords Fall Food, Favourite Music And Disc

Apr 24, 2024 • 59:40

The Alfred Daily – 24th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 24th April 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury’s Jhoots Pharmacy Beyond A Joke Says Cancer Survivor Fire Crew Close Coppice Street Stand Up Comic To Compere 5th May Gold Hill Cheese Race Shaftesbury's GP Practice Want Veterans To Come Forward Chilly Dipping After Dark – Shaftesbury Lido Full Moon Swim Shaftesbury Talk From Charity Seeking Help From Tots To Teens Matt Boatwright’s Property Matters – Renting As A Smoker Or Pet Owner Fontmell Pub Hosts First Pub Quiz For Church Appeal Compton Spitfire Week

Apr 23, 2024 • 59:50

The Alfred Daily – 23rd April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 23rd April 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Councillor Calls For Free Shaftesbury Lido Baby Swims Low Cost Clothes On The Catwalk – Shaftesbury’s Fashion For Fiver Returns Dorset Council Offer Business And Community Grants From Monday Shaftesbury What’s Ons Celebrating St George’s Day In Shaftesbury Defibrillator For Shaftesbury Pub, 15 Months After Tragic Death Feeling Blue – Bluebells and Forget Me Nots With Gardener Jan Walls Nurture And Nature – Plant And Garden Celebration In Semley View From The Hill – Sut

Apr 22, 2024 • 56:39

The Alfred Daily – 22nd April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 22nd April 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: From Tractor Run To London Marathon In 3hrs 24 – Shaftesbury’s Will Mogridge Shaftesbury Mum And Daughter Enjoy First Morris Dance In Hometown View From The Hill – Nuneaton Visitors Shaftesbury Parent Classes To Prepare Kids For Schooling Life On A Margaret Marsh Farm - Mud, Bats And A Milk Price Hike Shaftesbury Charity Shop Bargains Shaftesbury Scouts Parade Ahead Of St George’s Day Shaftesbury What’s Ons

Apr 21, 2024 • 59:44

The Alfred Daily – 21st April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 21st April 2024

(Episode 1492) Witness Appeal Following North Dorset Motorbike Fatality Car Fire Closes Spread Eagle Hill Cloud House Charity Chair David Bernstein on Addiction Support First Fair Trade Tea in Four Years Fills Shaftesbury Venue Seeing Red: Shaftesbury Activists Dress Up for Bath Climate Action Protest Community and Commerce Celebrate Spring Together at Fontmell’s Spring Fair Kate and Karen Chat Over the Garden Fence Sunday Story: 'The Gun' by Elaine Cadogan Shaftesbury What’s On

Apr 20, 2024 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 20th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 20th April 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Pop Up Clothing Repairs To Promote New Sunday Sewing Sessions Town Council Files Complaint Over Dorset’s Planning Delays, And Section 106 Transparency Friends Reunited For Compton Cello Concert Shaftesbury What's Ons Meet My Pet- Heather's 18-Year-Old East Knoyle Cat, Treacle Walk Of The Week - White Hart Link And The Potato Cave Kate Scott's Chicken Keeping Diary Paul Merefield's Quiz View From The Hill- Stalbridge Newcomers Rate Gold Hill Karen Cole Reviews 'Seven Da

Apr 19, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 19th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 19th April 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Dorset Council Candidate - ‘Bus Gate Should Have Been In Years Ago’ Jenny Merefield Marks 40 Years Of Scouting With St George’s Day Parade Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Cricket Train In Wiltshire While Waterlogging Lasts Kids Colouring Contest For Earth Day Adrian Ryder -And How Shaftesbury Abbey’s Abolition Changed Local Lives

Apr 18, 2024 • 59:08

The Alfred Daily – 18th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 18th April 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council Amends Shaftesbury FC Lease To Address 40K shortfall Morris Dancers Mark Spring In Shaftesbury On Sunday  Shaftesbury What’s Ons  Say What You See- Sandy Roberts Wants Feedback On Her Art  Hilltop Harmony: Shaftesbury Wellness Offers Yoga, Exercise With Stunning Views  Five Star Chef - Shaftesbury’s Philippa Hosts National TV Show Friday Jackie And Jeanette - Compton And Fontmell 60s and 70’s Memories View From The Hill- Claire From Poole

Apr 17, 2024 • 59:54

The Alfred Daily – 17th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 17th April 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Slippery Slope Of Development - Council Oppose New Enmore Court Estate Plan Matt Boatwright’s Property - Selling A House When A Resident Has Dementia Can You Change Shaftesbury Kids’ Lives By Helping Them Read Better? Award Win For Wessex Internet And West Stour Store Commended Gold Hill Named In Top Five Steepest UK Streets Quiz, Fish And Chips With Hospital Friends’ Fundraisers View From The Hill – Arizona Resident Shaftesbury What’s Ons Poetry – Elaine Cadogan Reads

Apr 16, 2024 • 59:16

The Alfred Daily – 16th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 16th April 2024

(Episode 1487) On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Police Were Hired Online Without Face-To-Face Interviews, Force Reveals Dorset Council Budget Is £1M Adrift - 'A Reasonable Result' Says Finance Head Flowers, Food And Home Furnishings At Fontmell's First Spring Fair Celebrate Dorset In Words And Music At Shaftesbury Abbey Shaftesbury What's Ons Jan Walls' Garden Guide From The Maltings Most Dorset And Wilts Youngsters Get Their First Choice For Primary School East Ward Election Candidate - Conor

Apr 15, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 15th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 15th April 2024

(Episode 1486) On The Alfred Daily Today: Fontmell Council Will Launch Separate Bid For Slower Side Streets Mental Preparedness Matters For Shaftesbury’s London Marathon Runners Bargain Hunters Will Drive To Melbury To Grab Designer Dresses For £1 Sequins, Songs And Sitcoms With East Stour Drag Night Star Shaftesbury What’s Ons 90-Year-Old Embroiderer Helen Lanchberry Hosts First Public Talk Ancient Maps And Signed Novels At Shaftesbury’s Oxfam Books East Ward Town Council Candidate- Piers Brow

Apr 14, 2024 • 59:01

The Alfred Daily – 14th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 14th April 2024

(Episode 1485) On The Alfred Daily Today:

Apr 13, 2024 • 59:29

The Alfred Daily – 13th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 13th April 2024

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Apr 12, 2024 • 59:43

The Alfred Daily – 12th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 12th April 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: New Book Sharing Shaftesbury, Fontmell And Compton Memories ‘Dream Come True’ As Jem Opens Her Shaftesbury Salon Dorset Council Warn Of Deer Danger To Drivers- Local Hotspots Revealed Shaftesbury What’s Ons Siblings Art Show Offers True Dorset Countryside View Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf- Fontmell’s Shop In The 60s

Apr 11, 2024 • 59:31

The Alfred Daily – 11th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 11th April 2024

(Episode 1482) On The Alfred Daily Today:

Apr 10, 2024 • 59:55

The Alfred Daily – 10th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 10th April 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury's Hairdresser Nominated for Prestigious National Award Applause For Motcombe Councillor, Retiring After 14 Years of Service The Revival of the Byzant Celebration  Win a Tiger Moth Experience with Shaftesbury Pilot Clive Davidson Shaftesbury Town Council's East Ward Election - Alex Chase  Transforming Stourhead: The Legacy of Banker Richard Colt Hoare Rolls Royce Rally To Roll into Shaftesbury  Outgoing Shaftesbury Town Councillors On The Democracy Dilemma

Apr 9, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 9th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 9th April 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Dorset Council Asset Sale Plan – New Tenant For TIC Soon? Shaftesbury Street Market Returns Sunday With Make-While-U-Wait Sandals! Racing Ahead Tess – East Stour’s Expanding Social Group Life After Arthur - Shaftesbury Fair Trade Consider Future Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Kathy Morgan National Theatre Live – ‘The Motive And The Clue’ In Shaftesbury Shaftesbury’s Significant Trees And Cinemas – Robert Mullins Tom Clement

Apr 8, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 8th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 8th April 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: All The Candidates For Shaftesbury Area Council Seats - Listed Shaftesbury What's Ons View From The Hill - Poole Archaeologist Visits Abbey Shaftesbury Charity Shop Bargains First-Ever Shaftesbury Rotary Fun Run Is A Sucess Astronomy Expert To Share Magic Of Meteors And Comets In Shaftesbury Talk Shaftesbury PC Responds To Residents' Concerns About Parking And Theft From Vans Shaftesbury Area Independents Shine in Muddy Stiletto Award Finals

Apr 7, 2024 • 59:27

The Alfred Daily – 7th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 7th April 2024

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Apr 6, 2024 • 59:47

The Alfred Daily – 6th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 6th April 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Bedchester Arctic Explorer To Share His Story In Motcombe New £30K Play Kit For Donhead, Inspired By St James’ Park Shaftesbury What’s Ons Fallen Tree Closes Trunk Road To Shaftesbury Donhead Diary – The Woman Who Determined Britain’s Dinners Kate And Karren Chat ‘Over The Garden Fence’ View From The Hill- Lincoln Visitor Sunday Short Story – ‘The Sacrifice’ By Liz Foster

Apr 5, 2024 • 59:24

The Alfred Daily – 5th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 5th April 2024

(Episode 1476) On The Alfred Daily Today: Compton Airfield Spitfire Season Delayed Due To Rain-Soaked Grass Runway Bag Your Place In The Race Up The Cobbles Carrying A 23Kg Cheese The King’s Man In Dorset Will Meet Fontmell Friends New Novels Reveal Norman Invaders' Impact On Shaftesbury And Its Abbey Brisk Business For New Shaftesbury Book Shop Trial Shaftesbury What's Ons Adrian Ryder's Bell Street Book Shelf Funerals In Sixpenny 110 Years Ago  ID Needed This Time -Dorset Council Issue Essent

Apr 4, 2024 • 59:55

The Alfred Daily – 4th April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 4th April 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Developer Wins Appeal For Cann Housing – Town Council Hope To Negotiate Shaftesbury Fire Crew Tackle Takeaway Blaze Half Spaces Taken Alread For Sundays Shaftesbury Fun Run Friday Live Music - Jazz In Motcombe Or Acoustic In Shaftesbury Woodlands On The Walls At Shaftesbury's Art Centre Gallery Jackie And Jeanette Remember Days Out In The 60s And 70s

Apr 3, 2024 • 58:56

The Alfred Daily – 3rd April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 3rd April 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council Oppose Wessex Water Plan To Convert Gasgoignes Lane Farm To Homes New Date For Spring Countryside Show In June East Stour Locals Positive About Standalone Parish Council 30-Strong Choir To Sing Folk Tunes In Motcombe Agriculturist Explains Weather Impact On Blackmore Vale Farmers Matt Boatwright’s Property Matters- Upfront About Flood Risks Paul Jordan Previews ‘One Fine Morning’ Film At Arts Centre Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Blu

Apr 2, 2024 • 59:19

The Alfred Daily – 2nd April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 2nd April 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Clerk’s ‘Phenomenal Success’ Finding £30K for Lido Saluted Boxing Clever With A New Library For Charlton Shaftesbury Composer’s Folk Trio Plans Town Gig During UK Tour Dorset Council Praises 200-Strong Planning Department’s Performance Shaftesbury Session To Help Kids Stay Safe Around Dogs Art Installation Celebrates Donhead’s River Nadder View From The Hill- Brighton Visitor Jan Wall’s Garden Advice From The Maltings Shaftesbury What’s Ons Sh

Apr 1, 2024 • 58:52

The Alfred Daily – 1st April 2024

The Alfred Daily – 1st April 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Spring Countryside Show Postponed Because Of Recent Rain Fontmell Residents Meet To Find Funds To Fix Their Leaky Church New Ways To Love Seasonal Veg With A Talk And Tasting In Motcombe Give Old Clothes A New Look With Shaftesbury’s Repair Shop And Fashion Festival Shaftesbury Shoppers Help Team Torri’s Cancer Charity Collection Antiques For Easter - Bob and Kathy Morgan View From The Hill- Frank Spends His 70th In Shaftesbury Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Firecr

Mar 31, 2024 • 58:16

The Alfred Daily – 31st March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 31st March 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:

Mar 30, 2024 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 30th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 30th March 2024

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Mar 29, 2024 • 59:34

The Alfred Daily – 29th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 29th March 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Donhead St Mary Councillors Call Time On Reduced Speed Past Pub Motcombe Folk Dance Night To Fund International Friendships  Police Warn Dorset Dog Owners About Worrying Sheep Twinning Association Folk Dance Raising Funds For Friendship Shaftesbury What’s Ons Determined Donhead Chair Defies Arthritis for 5k Charity Trek Gaza And Ukraine - Subjects For Second Shaftesbury Street Vigil Selling Stylish Clothes To Save Lives - BadCo Charity's Saturday Pop-Up Circus Scuppere

Mar 28, 2024 • 59:34

The Alfred Daily – 28th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 28th March 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Third Defibrillator For Fontmell Parish Shaftesbury What's Ons 7 pm Flooding Update View From The Hill - Reading Visitor Shaftesbury Blue Badge Driver Wants Understanding After Note On Car Good Friday Crafting At The Abbey Celebrates Shaftesbury's Pilgrimage Past Men's Social Group Invite You To Shaftesbury Computer Games Night  Shaftesbury Author Talk - Cookbook Author's Inspiring Leftover Ideas  Jackie And Jeanette's Easter Memories Of Compton And Fontmell

Mar 27, 2024 • 57:01

The Alfred Daily – 27th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 27th March 2024

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Mar 26, 2024 • 57:49

The Alfred Daily – 26th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 26th March 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Last Leg - Shaftesbury's Round Britain Cyclist on His Tough Final Week Lido Boss Wants Summer Pool Ideas – And Plans Ice Swimming Next Winter Motcombe Speedwatch Leader's Warning About Village-Wide 20 Limit Grant For Volunteers Surveying Dorset Hedgerows Shaftesbury What's Ons View From The Hill - Visitors From Oxfordshire's White Horse Town Pop-Up Arts at Twyford Easter Saturday Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Kathy Morgan Jan Walls' Garden Tips From The Maltings

Mar 25, 2024 • 57:35

The Alfred Daily – 25th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 25th March 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Labour To Field One Candidate For Shaftesbury's Two Dorset Council Seats Byzant Walk and Food Talks Will Feature in Shaftesbury’s Feastival Kitchen Appeal for East Stour Hall's  Fiftieth Year Shaftesbury Playparks Refreshed But You’ll Have To Forget The Gower Road Elephant Ploughing Match Planned By Berwick’s Charity Fundraisers Saving Hundreds And Supporting Breast Cancer Patients With Boobs' Prom Dress Sale Shaftesbury What's Ons New Reads At Shaftesbury's Oxfam Book

Mar 24, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 24th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 24th March 2024

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Mar 23, 2024 • 58:29

The Alfred Daily – 23rd March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 23rd March 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Landlord Seeks Compensation Following Road Closure East Stour Villagers Consider Forming New Parish Council Shaftesbury Artists Picture Their Family Trees Gospel, Pop And Poetry Performance In Enmore green Birdlife And Burial Mounds – Walk Of The Week At Woodcuts Karen Cole Reviews ‘Finding Sophie’ Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Meet My Pet -Angela’s Spaniels In Berwick Shaftesbury What’s Ons Kate Scott’s Breach Lane Chickens

Mar 22, 2024 • 59:01

The Alfred Daily – 22nd March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 22nd March 2024

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Mar 21, 2024 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 21st March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 21st March 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council To Revise And Resubmit Mampitts Hall Plan, Against Clerk's Recommendation Shaftesbury What's Ons Black Cactus Café Launches Pop-Up Wine Bar Evenings in Shaftesbury View From The Hill - Bournemouth Couple Jackie And Jeanette - 70s Memories From Compton And Fontmell Stour Row Village Hall - Helping Villagers Be Heard Shaftesbury's Ian Masters: Behind the Scenes Support for Round-UK Cycle Challenge

Mar 20, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 20th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 20th March 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:

Mar 19, 2024 • 57:23

The Alfred Daily – 19th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 19th March 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Local Healthcare Group Acquires Cedars, Shaftesbury's Independent Charity-Run Care Home New Defibrillator at Stours' Garage Marks Fourth Lifesaver Bought By Hawtree Family RIP Arthur Simmonds - Shaftesbury's Fairtrade Founder Shaftesbury What's Ons Jan Walls' Gardening Town Council To Debate Bus Gate View From The Hill- Taunton Visitors Abbey Primary PTFA Plan Shaftesbury Shopwindow Easter Egg Hunt

Mar 18, 2024 • 59:26

The Alfred Daily – 18th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 18th March 2024

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Mar 17, 2024 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 17th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 17th March 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: dio programme for Shaftesbury and the surrounding area, being broadcast 7 days-a-week. On today's Alfred Daily:  A Fusion of Cultures and Communities - At Shaftesbury's Ukrainian Spring Event Shaftesbury Singer Starts 2024 On High Note With New Single Reason Shaftesbury Estate Agents Find Strength and Community in Women's Rugby Sunday Story - The Chestnut Tree by Christine Simms Lynda Appleby Visits Donhead's Lent Lunches Shaftesbury What's Ons Kate and Karren Chat 'Ov

Mar 16, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 16th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 16th March 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: New Name, New Traders For Shaftesbury Charity Craft Sale Sewer Collapse Makes St James’ A Dead End Street ‘Til Friday Burial Mounds And  Roman Road In Walk Of The Week A Berwick Woman’s Best Friends On ‘Meet My Pet’ Shaftesbury Weekend What’s Ons Karen Cole’s Book Review – CNN Reporter’s Political Thriller Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Roadworks On The Way ‘My Shaftesbury’- Fashion Show Organiser Caz Wickenden

Mar 15, 2024 • 59:45

The Alfred Daily – 15th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 15th March 2024

(Episode 1455) On The Alfred Daily Today:

Mar 14, 2024 • 59:56

The Alfred Daily – 14th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 14th March 2024

(Episode 1454) On The Alfred Daily Today: Free Business Promotion With Relaunch Of Shaftesbury’s Tourism Website New High Street ‘Pop-Up’ For Shaftesbury Photography Service 30-Year Blues Pro Performs At Motcombe’s Friday Live Music Session Motcombe Council Take Complaint About Atrocious Road To Neighbouring Council Matt Boatwright’s Property Matters – Holiday Homes And The Budget, Inglenooks And Outbuildings View From The Hill – Visitors From Chicago Survey Says Dorset Has Ninth Highest Fraud

Mar 13, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 13th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 13th March 2024

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Mar 12, 2024 • 59:14

The Alfred Daily – 12th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 12th March 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council Reject Better Traffic Flow Argument For Coppice Street Hedge Removal Join The Arctic Advocates – Fighting For North Pole Nature From North Dorset Capture The Moment - Charlie Waite Shares Photo Skills At Spring Countryside Show Shaftesbury What’s Ons Coombe House Will Teach Over 100 Students From September Shaftesbury Cyclist Reaches Scotland, Halfway In 1300 Mile UK Tour View From The Hill – Bath Couple Poetry- Elaine Cadogan Reads ‘Ratteus Novegicus’ Sha

Mar 11, 2024 • 58:58

The Alfred Daily – 11th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 11th March 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury’s Bell Street Singers Launch Inspiring Locals Podcast Up To 100 Tractors Expected On Shaftesbury High Street, Sunday Shaftesbury What’s Ons View From The Hill – Darcy, Professional Cylist From Perth, Australia Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Kathy Morgan Spring, A Traditional Dorset Dialect Poem – John Cluett Concern That Too Few People Will Stand As Dorset Councillors Rare Literary Reads At Shaftesbury’s Oxfam Books Gaming Room Opens Behind New Shaftesbury

Mar 10, 2024 • 59:38

The Alfred Daily – 10th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 10th March 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Anyone for Walking Tennis? Sessions Start in The Donheads Pop Up Choir Belts Out Pop Hits on Bell St Dread Dining Alone? The Social Group Touring Shaftesbury Area Eateries Kate and Karren Chat Over the Garden Fence Shaftesbury Town Band Happy with Torquay Championships Performance Mediaeval Calligraphy Experts Visit Shaftesbury Abbey Shaston Seasonal Reflections Sunday Story – ‘Ezra’s Penny’ by Ann Brooks

Mar 9, 2024 • 59:44

The Alfred Daily – 9th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 9th March 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Welsh Runner Joins Tom For His Four-Hourly Kids Cancer Shaftesbury Runs Dorset Council Is Funding More Funerals Town Council Tackles Complaints About Wincombe Lane Works Shaftesbury What’s Ons Bigger Shaftesbury Orchestra Promise Powerful March Concert Shaston Seasonal Reflections-Joe Hashman Meet My Pet – Pete From Ashmore’s Tricky Tortoise Tale Karen Cole’s Book Review – ‘The Dream Home’ Paul Merefield’s Quiz Walk Of The Week – White Hart Link With Tom Perrett Kate S

Mar 8, 2024 • 59:43

The Alfred Daily – 8th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 8th March 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Council To Guide Timetable for Dorset's Funding Discussion on Mampitts Hall Shaftesbury Nursing Home Appeals for Plants To Cultivate Residents’ Gardening Skills Semley Talk Puts Wartime Work Of Retired And Women Pilots In The Spotlight Wanted people with proficiency and pigs and potatoes at Shaftesbury homegrown Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf – Hardy’s Shaftesbury And St Peter’s Church Shaftesbury What's On Shaston Seasonal Reflections

Mar 7, 2024 • 59:45

The Alfred Daily – 7th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 7th March 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:Mampitts Land Trust Lead Peter Yeo Says Only His Bid Is Now Credible Ukrainian Guests Share Their Craft And Cuisine At Town Hall Celebration Stand-Ups Plan Panel Game In Arts Centre Entertainment And Why Gold Hill Will Be The Backdrop To Sparkly Bulgarian Fashion Jackie and Jeanette Remember Ad of the 60s and 70s Grant Could Support The 15 Rough Sleepers In Dorset Council Area  View From The Hill – Former Motcombe Villagers Return After 37 Years Shaftesbury What’s Ons S

Mar 6, 2024 • 58:53

The Alfred Daily – 6th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 6th March 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council Mampitt’s Hall Plan Refused But They’re Recommended For Section 106 Funds Further Delay To Dorset's Local Plan  Shaftesbury Traffic No Dorset Car Park Rate Rise For Foreseeable Future Help And Support For Shaftesbury Voluntary Groups  Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman Appeal For Tents For  Shaftesbury’s Homeless Shaftesbury What’s Ons Motcombe Vicar Hosts Evening Debate On Science And Spirituality View From The Hill -Widnes Coach Trip

Mar 5, 2024 • 59:25

The Alfred Daily – 5th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 5th March 2024

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Mar 4, 2024 • 59:52

The Alfred Daily – 4th March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 4th March 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:  Rival Maltings Hall Designs Go Before Planners – Both Recommended For Approval Dorset Council To Enforce Shaftesbury’s New Car Park For £2K A Year Shaftesbury Expert Kirsty Heap - Opening Minds To Neurodiversity Benefits Learn Why Dorset Is Best For Butterflies In East Stour On Friday Shaftesbury What’s Ons Matt Boatwright’s Property Matters- The General Election Effect New Items On Sale At Shaftesbury’s Charity Shops View From The Hill- Blandford Visitor Sh

Mar 3, 2024 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 3rd March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 3rd March 2024

(Episode 1443) On The Alfred Daily Today:  Coroner Tells Council And Wessex Water To Tackle B3091 Road Ice To Prevent More Deaths Shaftesbury What’s Ons New Signs And A Strategy To Prevent Park Walk Parking Hermes Man Delivers – Semley’s Greek Gods Talk Is A Triumph The Great Bustard Brought Back From Extinction In The Cranborne Chase- Short Story - Sarah English ‘The Letter’ Kate And Karren Chat ‘Over The Garden Fence’

Mar 2, 2024 • 58:53

The Alfred Daily – 2nd March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 2nd March 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dave Myers’ Ex, On Why ‘The Hairy Biker’ Loved Shaftesbury Shaftesbury PC on Shoplifting, Rough Sleeping, Anti-Social Activity And Drugs Stars, Serenity And Eating In Silence At Semley’s Mindfulness Night Meet My Pet – An East Knoyle Schnauzer Shaftesbury What’s Ons Compton’s Airfield Café Closes For A Relaunch Joe Hashman’s Seasonal Reflections Windmills And Woodland In Our East Knoyle Walk Of The Week Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Karen Cole Reviews ‘The Prisoner of Acre

Mar 1, 2024 • 59:37

The Alfred Daily – 1st March 2024

The Alfred Daily – 1st March 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:  Campaign to Raise £100k for Fontmell Church Repairs Shaftesbury What’s On Councillor Questions Restricting Under-18s' Access to Shaftesbury School Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman Food Writer to Serve Spiced Cake Treats for Mother’s Day in Motcombe Dinner Jazz Added to Tom Clements’ Black Tie MND Dinner Shaftesbury Woman Plans 100k Walk for Kids with Cancer Till-Side Tales from Shaftesbury’s Charity Shop Stars Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf – Farmers'

Feb 29, 2024 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 29th February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 29th February 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Super-Fast Internet Comes to the Stours Shaftesbury What's Ons From Climbing Poles to Scaling Peaks: The Shaftesbury BT Worker Helping Children with Cancer No Arrests, But Progress as Dorset and Wiltshire Police Tackle Poaching Together Shaftesbury Churches Award Cash for Student Farmers and Rural Outreach Shaston Seasonal Reflections Road Closures and Traffic Updates Jackie and Jeanette Remember the '60s and '70s in Fontmell Shaftesbury Area Poet Elaine Cadogan: "Resu

Feb 28, 2024 • 1:00:09

The Alfred Daily – 28th February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 28th February 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Speeding Compels Fontmell Walkers to Drive For ‘Self-Defence’, Council Told ​Shaftesbury Cyclists ‘Epic’ 1300 Mile Ride Sets Off High ​Tech ​Stroke ​Rehab ​Rolled Out Across ​North ​Dorset. Wiltshire's ​Worst ​Road ​Surface Is Minutes From Shaftesbury Craft Activities To Bring Ashmore Community Together Jan Walls’ Gardening Advice From The Maltings No Beacon Will Be Lit For ‘D Day’ 80th Event In Shaftesbury Shaftesbury Events Shaston Seasonal Reflections View From Th

Feb 27, 2024 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 27th February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 27th February 2024

(Episode 1438) On The Alfred Daily Today:

Feb 26, 2024 • 59:03

The Alfred Daily – 26th February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 26th February 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Councillor Repeats Call For Trader Compensation As Town Hall Work Continues To April Rejected Motcombe Housing Plan Goes To Appeal Shaftesbury What's Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury Book Launch Unveils Hope For Domestic Abuse Battle Enchanting Harp Guitar Night at St. Peter’s In March Shaftesbury Charity Shop Latest - International Crime Writing View From The Hill - Visitor From Berkshire Motcombe Announces Music Festival, Semley Event Extends

Feb 25, 2024 • 58:51

The Alfred Daily – 25th February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 25th February 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Stands With Ukrainian Refugees Remembering Two Years Of Conflict Benches Return To A Tranquil Shaftesbury Beauty Spot Shaftesbury's newest shop Boobs opens for business Donhead’s Marine Biology Expert Shares The Eco Importance Of Whale Poo Kate And Karren Chat ‘Over The Garden Fence’ Flood Warning For Berwick From Ebble Valley Groundwater Bleke Street Neighbours Kate and Karren Chat Over The Garden Fence Shaftesbury Sign Painter Hangs Queen Vic Pic

Feb 24, 2024 • 59:55

The Alfred Daily – 24th February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 24th February 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Wessex Group raise £5000 for Shaftesbury’s Mental Health Charity BadCo Sixty Diners Enjoy A Soup-er Charity Lent Lunch Discover The 50 Mile Walk On Shaftesbury’s Doorstep With North Dorset Ramblers Police To Regularly Patrol Shaftesbury From March Meet My Pet- Max The Labradoodle  Kate Scott’s Chicken Keeping Diary Paul Merefield’s Quiz Next Week’s Roadworks and Closures Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections Karen Cole reviews A Spy Thriller By A Former C

Feb 23, 2024 • 59:14

The Alfred Daily – 23rd February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 23rd February 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:  Shaftesbury Council Backs Climate Policy, Excludes Tree Protection and Plant-Based-Diet Promotion Bus Enhancements Suggested During Shaftesbury Transport Consultation Police Commissioner Buys Bus Ads To Encourage Crime Reporting Shaston Seasonal Reflection Shaftesbury What's Ons Clean Lanes And Community Cohesion With Fontmell Litter Pick View From The Hill - Sussex Visitor Organiser Of Multiple Issue Gold Hill Sit-In Happy With Support Dorset Police Warn Of Thefts Of

Feb 22, 2024 • 59:52

The Alfred Daily – 22nd February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 22nd February 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Loop Footpath Closed Without Permission The Volunteers Painting and Scrubbing Shaftesbury's Dirty Street Signs Easter Challenge for Shaftesbury Kids: Make a Movie in a Week ‘Pay Whatever You Can’ Lent Lunches Return Friday Tragedy Inspires Award-Winning Nature Book – Author to Speak in Shaftesbury Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman Jackie and Jeanette’s '60s and '70s Magazine Memories View from the Hill – Visitors from Ashford

Feb 21, 2024 • 59:31

The Alfred Daily – 21st February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 21st February 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:

Feb 20, 2024 • 1:00:02

The Alfred Daily – 20th February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 20th February 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:

Feb 19, 2024 • 59:26

The Alfred Daily – 19th February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 19th February 2024

(Episode 1430) On The Alfred Daily Today:

Feb 18, 2024 • 59:49

The Alfred Daily – 18th February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 18th February 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Flood Warning for Upper Stour, Sem and Nadder Overnight Rain Leads to Shaftesbury Landslip Councillor Calls for Leaner Dorset Council - Data Reveals 300 More Staff Since 2019 Shaftesbury What’s On Weather Changes Snowdrop Bimport End of Shaftesbury High Street Closed Monday Wet Weather Alters Snowdrop Lantern Procession  Shaftesbury Singer Ben Francis on His Pop-Up Pamplemousse Gig Secrets of Seed Planting Success from Saturday’s Town Hall Sale Kate and Karren on the V

Feb 17, 2024 • 1:00:06

The Alfred Daily – 17th February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 17th February 2024

(Episode 1428) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Firecrew Tackle Car In Flames On The Maltings Dorset Council Is Finalist For Council Of The Year Shaftesbury What's Ons Chicken Rescue Plan Sunday Shaftesbury Drop Off- Adopt-A-Duck, Too Shaston Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury Councillor Urges Government To Axe Two-Child Benefits Cap Paul Merefield's Quiz Walk Of The Week - Madjeston With 'Tess Of The Vale' Meet My Pet - Lynda Appleby's Horses Karen Cole Reviews 'The Descent' by  Paul E. Ha

Feb 16, 2024 • 59:17

The Alfred Daily – 16th February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 16th February 2024

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Feb 15, 2024 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 15th February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 15th February 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: BV Dairy Sold -Manager Says There Are Jobs For Dorset Foods Shaftesbury What's Ons Melbury Filmmaker's Farming Film Screens In London Shaftesbury Firecrew Cut Driver From Car  View From The Hill - Thornbury Visitors Thumbs Up For First Hilltop Cinema Show  Allergy Free Recipe Book Author To Visit Shaftesbury  Jackie And Jeanette's Memories Joe Hashman On Woodlice

Feb 14, 2024 • 58:54

The Alfred Daily – 14th February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 14th February 2024

(Episode 1425) On The Alfred Daily Today: Second Home Owners Will Pay Double Dorset Council Tax To Fund Social Housing Motcombe Council To Fund Survey Of Drivers’ Speed Past School  Shaftesbury’s Charity Pancake Pop-Up With TV Chef Lesley Dorset Council Justify Top Officers’ Six-Figure Salaries More ‘Authentic’ Oktoberfest Planned For Barton Hill Event  Greek Mythology Expert Shares Stories To Fund Sedgehill Church Shaftesbury What’s Ons The Nick Crump Wonderful Wildlife Award View From The Hil

Feb 13, 2024 • 59:45

The Alfred Daily – 13th February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 13th February 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury MP Ask Dorset Foods For Meeting To Discuss Closure Plan Deputy Mayor Wants Shaftesbury Police Station Reopened Tony Morgan's 54-Year Shaftesbury Rotary Service Recognised Shaftesbury What's Ons  Family-Focussed 'Indoor Car Boot' In Motcombe This March Springhead Garden Marks 100 Years, Seeks Support for Future Growth Hampshire Historian Links Shaftesbury to Salem Witch Trials Judge Garden Guru Jan Walls On Shrove Tue

Feb 12, 2024 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 12th February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 12th February 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Wardens Could Address Poor Parking Near Abbey Primary And At Coppice Street Ratepayers Are Not Funding The Asylum Seekers’ Barge Dorset Council Opposed Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman & Sarah English Book Festival Speaker To Share His Passion For Wiltshire’s Plants Charity Shop Bargains From Oxfam and Cancer Research Shaftesbury TedX Event Launches Super Fast Speakers – As Event Sells Out Visitors’ Views – German Snowdrop Seekers Serio

Feb 11, 2024 • 59:50

The Alfred Daily – 11th February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 11th February 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what's ons Locals Share Volunteering Benefits At Shaftesbury Museums' Recruitment Drive Ludwell Pupils Help With Green Corridor Planting Kate And Karren Chat 'Over The Garden Fence' Dorset Council Will Make Open Culvert Safer Shaston Seasonal Reflections Road Closures Next Week Keep The Noise Down On Salisbury Street! Pop-Up Shop To Rent On High Street Ray Lee Reads His Story 'MKIT'

Feb 10, 2024 • 59:00

he Alfred Daily – 10th February 2024

he Alfred Daily – 10th February 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons Locals Upset As Town Council 'Eviscerate' Blackberry Bush Free Money For Community Projects In Melbury, Compton And Cranborne Chase Shaftesbury Jeweller Launches New Gold Hill Snowdrop-Inspired Design Vibrant Art And String Quartet Celebrate Snowdrops In Fontmell Meet My Pet - Heather From East Knoyle Paul Merefield's Quiz Karen Cole's Book Review 'The Dancer by Óskar Guðmundsson' Walk Of The Week - Fontmell And Compton With Terry Yarrow Shaston

Feb 9, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 9th February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 9th February 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what's ons Shaftesbury MP Bunks Off New Ministerial Job To Judge Student Debate Shaftesbury Community Has Made Planning Snowdrop Festival 'A Joy' Virginia's Volunteers - Sally Nutbeam Of Shaftesbury Dementia Group View From The Hill - Kit From Burton Adrian Ryder's Bell Street Book Shelf - The Bennet's Of Pythouse Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Joe Hashman New Legion President Suggests Question For Election Candidates During First Shaftesbury Visit

Feb 8, 2024 • 59:34

The Alfred Daily – 8th February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 8th February 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's On Dinah's Hollow Will Remain One Lane- Dorset Highways Boss  Drifts On Display -Springhead’s Special Snowdrops  Expert Will Unveil Gold Hill Snowdrop At Festival Sing For Your Supper - Shaftesbury Drama Student's Valentines Gig Ask Tree Expert Anything At Donhead Event Shaston Seasonal Observations -Joe Hashman Astronomers To Teach Telescope Skills On Saturday Jackie And Jeanette's 60s Shaftesbury Memories

Feb 7, 2024 • 59:33

The Alfred Daily – 7th February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 7th February 2024

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Feb 6, 2024 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 6th February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 6th February 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Chamber of Commerce Launches Shoplifting Survey And Praises PC's Initiative Shaftesbury What's Ons Garden Guru Jan Walls Direct From The Maltings ‘Village Idiot’ To Film In Shaftesbury During England-Wide Tour Swap, Buy And Sow - Seeds On Sale At Shaftesbury Snowdrop Event Master Pancake Making with TV Chef Lesley Waters' Arts Centre Event Shaftesbury Book Festival - Sophie Pavelle's Stories Of UK Wildlife In Peril Win £50 and See Your Story Brought to Lif

Feb 5, 2024 • 59:57

The Alfred Daily – 5th February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 5th February 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury-based MP Candidate Urges Rethink Of Wessex Water's 12% Price Rise Shaftesbury What's On Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Joe Hashman View From The Hill - Visitors From Fareham Old Shaftesbury Pics And Sheep Dips - Talks At History Event Shaftesbury Charity Shop Bargains Converting Classic Cars To Electric - Semley's Silent Classics Snowdrop Walk Preview With Rachel Diment Poem - 'The Silent Thief' by Ray Lee Dorset's Crime Commissioner Says We Should Interven

Feb 4, 2024 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 4th February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 4th February 2024

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Feb 3, 2024 • 59:09

The Alfred Daily – 3rd February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 3rd February 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Picked For Britain In Bloom UK Finals Shaston Seasonal Reflections - First Light On Shooters Lane Homestart Blackmore Vale Seeks Volunteer To Steer Parent Support Charity Top Of The Tips- Dorset Is Number 1 Council For Recycling Tesco Cashpoint Still Giving Too Much Cash Wiltshire Wanderlust With Donhead Ramblers' Walk Of The Week Blackmore Printers' In Top 1% Of Companies With Green Milestone Making Capital With His Music - New Agent Brings London Gigs For

Feb 2, 2024 • 59:07

The Alfred Daily – 2nd February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 2nd February 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Urgent Appeal to Protect Breech Common from Invasive Water Fern Threat Shaftesbury Councillor Tim Cook Will Not Seek Re-Election View From The Hill - Visitors From Beer Virginia's Volunteers - Nina At Shaftesbury Free Home Furnishing Service, Storehouse Hope Elletson Celebrates 35 Years Of Sustainable Picture Framing Adrian Ryder's Bell Street Book Shelf - The Story Of Wardour's Arundels

Feb 1, 2024 • 59:34

The Alfred Daily – 1st February 2024

The Alfred Daily – 1st February 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Cold Water Swims- Boosting Shaftesbury Business And Making Pool Viable Shaftesbury What's Ons Survey - Most Shaftesbury GP Patients Satisfied But End Of Blood Test Result Calls Questions Double Council Tax For Second Homes Likely In Dorset From April 25 NHS Claim  111 Service Calls Are Answered Faster In Dorset Shaftesbury Pumber To Run Every 4 Hours Over 4 Days For Cancer Appeal Town Council Renew Community's First Call On Hospital Building If It's Sold 60s and 70s Sh

Jan 31, 2024 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 31st January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 31st January 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Councillor Backs Building Affordable Homes At Boarding House Site Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Museums Arrange Joint Volunteer Recruitment Day View From The Hill – Bill From Harrow Search Is On For Dorset’s Best Apprentice Bagpipes And Ballads With Shaftesbury Celtic Evening Shaftesbury Family-Run Window Cleaners Celebrate Fifty Years Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman Dorset Police Warning For Keyless Car Owners Snowdrop Poem – Marigold Rumbl

Jan 30, 2024 • 59:46

The Alfred Daily – 30th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 30th January 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons M’s Kitchen – The Fountains Mead Foodie Making ‘Messy’ Meals Shaftesbury Singer Tom Clements Motor Neurone Fundraisers To Honour Dad Dorset Council Responds To Above Average School Absence Rate Crackdown On Littering Wiltshire’s Lanes And Lay-Bys Berwick, Donhead And Semley Get To Question Wilts Council Leader Fontmell’s Friendship Garden Springs Back In New Location Time Stands Still In St James’- Church Clock Appeal Shaftesbury Craft Expert Off

Jan 29, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 29th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 29th January 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Higher Fees But Dorset Residents Requiring Planning Permission Could Get Faster Response Vintage Vehicles Shine at Semley's Monthly Sunday Meet-Up Pilgrimage Route Reflections: Rev Frazer’s 'Travels with a Stick' at Semley Book Talk Can You Suggest Shaftesbury's Special Places For Dorset Tourist Guide? One Woman Shaftesbury Show Features Agatha Christie's Mystery Disappearance Shaftesbury What's On Road Closure Update View From The Hill - Visitor From Malta

Jan 28, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 28th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 28th January 2024

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Jan 27, 2024 • 59:21

The Alfred Daily – 27th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 27th January 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons DVLA Clamp 12 Shaftesbury Cars – Pensioner Charged £100 Release Fee For His Tax-Exempt Smart Car No ‘Wholesale Redundancies’ At Dorset Council But Recruitment Is A Challenge Joe Hashman – Signs Of Spring At St James’ Allotments Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Walk Of The Week – And A Running Hash – Duncliffe With Andrew Ebens Meet My Pet – Jo From Shaftesbury And Rupert The Labradoodle Cole Street Lane Closure Extended To 2nD Feb – A350 Closure Monda L

Jan 26, 2024 • 59:16

The Alfred Daily – 26th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 26th January 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Sound of Success - Reaction from Shaftesbury Business Award Winners Things You Need to Know About Dementia - In St James’ Snowdrop Talk Gold Hill Museum May Knock Through to Next Door - What Happens Now? Pop-Up Planet Gazing at Shaftesbury Library, Saturday Bowled Over - Why Phil Tobin Loves Volunteering at the Bowling Club View from the Hill – Visitors from Singapore Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf - Unrest in Gillingham Royal F

Jan 25, 2024 • 59:43

The Alfred Daily – 25th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 25th January 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: 10,000 Visitors Expected At Compton Abbas Airfield Vintage Aviation Extravaganza Dorset Leads in Recycling, Yet Council Urges Greater Efforts To Save £1.3M New Shaftesbury Cinema Info Evening Confirms Ticket Price And Show Times Jackie And Jeanette On 1960s Shaftesbury Businesses DVLA Clamp Vehicles Across Shaftesbury  Shaftesbury Jobs - Fontmell, Shaftesbury And Motcombe View From The Hill - Holly And Tom From Bristol Help Locate Shaftesbury Snowdrops - Gary Cook's M

Jan 24, 2024 • 59:57

The Alfred Daily – 24th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 24th January 2024

(Episode 1404) On The Alfred Daily Today: No New Police For Shaftesbury Or North Dorset – Force Still Needs Council Tax Increase Shaftesbury What’s Ons Motcombe Man’s 268 Mile Week-long Run, Battling Icy Wind And 16 Hours Sleep Matt Boatwright’s Property Q and A New Group Will Help Shaftesbury Area Landowners Rewild New Club For Shaftesbury Motorcyclists Formed Pro Mountain Biker Replicates Iconic Hovis Ad Shaston Seasonal Reflections

Jan 23, 2024 • 58:52

The Alfred Daily – 23rd January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 23rd January 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Why Shaftesbury’s New Lead Mason Is Backing Mental Health Charity Bad Co Shaftesbury What’s On Cole Street Lane Closed 24-Hours Following Breakdown Blockages Kids Will Learn About Fire At Tokes Farm Half Term Sessions Talking Encouraged At Shaftesbury Library For Dorset Mind Drop-In Day View From The Hill – Visitor From Christchurch Grants For Dorset Tree Planting Projects Have Your Say On Shaftesbury Public Transport Future Shaftesbury Hospital Kindness Celebrated By

Jan 22, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 22nd January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 22nd January 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:

Jan 21, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 21st January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 21st January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 21st January 2024 (Episode 1401) On The Alfred Daily Today:  North Dorset Police Locate Man Missing Overnight Thousands of Trees Planted in Enmore Green to Boost Biodiversity and Protect Land from Housebuilding Community Choir Will Sing Tribute to Nick Trump at Opening of Abbey ‘Rich and Strange’ Performance Planned with Shaftesbury Baroque Festival Woman Swims 1K in 4°C Water at Shaftesbury Lido Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman Is Loving the Lapwings View fr

Jan 20, 2024 • 59:54

The Alfred Daily – 20th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 20th January 2024

(Episode 1400) On The Alfred Daily Today: Family Buy Coconut And Cotton Eco Store With Proceeds Of Relative’s House Sale Fontmell Council Oppose Plans For New 23 Home Estate Town Clerk Responds to Councillor Claims that they are hiring a spin doctor and says the claims are incorrect Storm Means Slower Trains For Tisbury & Gillingham on Sunday, Strike Impact Tuesday Shaston Seasonal Reflection – Hazel Hedge Cut At Donkey Field Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Meet My Pet – A Hungarian Rescue Dog In Eas

Jan 19, 2024 • 59:32

The Alfred Daily – 19th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 19th January 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury And Gillingham Junior Cooks Praised In Rotary Chef Contest Shaftesbury What’s Ons A350 Closed At Cann From 29th Jan Joe Hashman’s Shaston Seasonal Reflections Former Shaftesbury Policeman Concerned By ‘Belgian’ Beggar Spring Countryside Show Presents Showjumping Sheep And Clowns In Cars Grosvenor To Create New Events Space If Ballroom Bedroom Plan is Approved Shaftesbury New Cinema Opens 14th Feb, Learn More Wednesday Virginia’s Volunteers – Angela Phipps,

Jan 18, 2024 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 18th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 18th January 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Car Link Seek Politicians’ Help With Funding And Reimbursement Rules Shaftesbury ‘Drugs Capital Of North Dorset’ With ‘Out-of-control’ Shoplifting – Police And Council Told Blackmore Vale Farming Diary –Hedgerow Laying, Farmers Collaborating And Weather Issues Fontmell Council Consider Think Tank For Using Vacant Land Weather Puts Town Hall Roof Works ‘One Month Behind’ – But Scaffolding Will Go By May The Artist Painting Gold Hill For A National Card Suppl

Jan 17, 2024 • 59:48

The Alfred Daily – 17th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 17th January 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Councillors Overturn Budget Proposal To Halve Council Tax HikeShaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Joe Hashman and Sarah English - daffodils in bloom Melbury Council Bolster Objection To Cann Housing View From The Hill- Visitor From Gatwick Area Spring Countryside Show Launch Five Category Photo Contest Could Your Dog Make A Difference With A Hospital Or Guy’s Marsh Visit Matt Boatwright’s Property Matters - Fixtures & Fittings And Water Pressure

Jan 16, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 16th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 16th January 2024

(Episode 1396) On The Alfred Daily Today: Water Quality Campaigner Salutes £5m Gears Mill Sewage Work Upgrade Shaftesbury What's Ons Garden Guru Jan Walls Selects Three Noteworthy Maltings Gardens Abbeyview Medical Centre Patient Support Hub Returns Campaigner Wants Dorset Oil Tax Income To Support Council Services View From The Hill - Rose From Bradford-on-Avon Joe Hashman's Seasonal Reflections Blitz Spirit During Great Ground Power Cut Snowdrops To Decorate Former TIC Window Jobs- Co-Op And

Jan 15, 2024 • 59:38

The Alfred Daily – 15th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 15th January 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:

Jan 14, 2024 • 1:00:02

The Alfred Daily – 14th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 14th January 2024

(Episode 1394) On The Alfred Daily Today:

Jan 14, 2024 • 59:20

The Alfred Daily – 13th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 13th January 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Steady Trade For Shaftesbury Pubs During Dry January - Low- Alcohol Drinks Gain Ground Sharon Seasonal Reflection Joe Hashman On ‘Rainforesteque’ Areas Paul Merefield’s Quiz Dorset Firm Gets £480K Contract To Convert Abbey Walk House For Mental Health Services Kate Scott’s Shaftesbury Chicken Keeping Diary Meet My Pet- Katie And Her Difficult Schnauzers Walk Of The Week - Long Coombe Bottom Nr Melbury With Andrew Ebens Full Of Beans - Food Writer

Jan 12, 2024 • 59:55

The Alfred Daily – 12th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 12th January 2024

(Episode 1392) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons Alleged Burglary At Shaftesbury FC– Man In Court Today Rise In Christmas Drink And Drug Driving Arrests In Dorset More Antiques For Shaftesbury Sunday Markets – Events Start With Snowdrops Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Ukrainian Flag At Great Ground Tourism News Trevor Clements Of Tourist Info Club Fontmell Society Relaunches As Fontmell Friends For Social Events View From The Hill- Visitors From Wilton Funeral Announcement – Ste

Jan 11, 2024 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 11th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 11th January 2024

(Episode 1391) On The Alfred Daily Today:

Jan 10, 2024 • 59:29

The Alfred Daily – 10th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 10th January 2024

(Episode 1390) On The Alfred Daily Today: Pedestrianisation Unlikely Soon - Dorset Council Has No Money For Consultation Shaftesbury What's Ons Why The Grosvenor Owners Want To Close The Assembly Room Function Hall How Shaftesbury's Abbey Arts Centre Will Spend 3-Year Dorset Council Grants Town Centre Gas Leak Repair Means Temporary Loss Of Parking Spaces Celebrating Trishia Newell's Life Wanted: Edward The Martyr Tales For Fringe Weekend Pilgrimage Performance Weekend Art Club For Kids In Twyf

Jan 9, 2024 • 59:22

The Alfred Daily – 9th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 9th January 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Two Shaftesbury Fire Engines Tackle Gillingham Thatched Cottage Blaze Compton Villagers Form Community Hub With Monthly Meetings Concerns About Storm Sewage Release Into Motcombe Brook Shaftesbury What’s On Spring Countryside Show Field Will Be Filled With Scarecrows Dorset Police Commissioner Wants To Help Shaftesbury Shops Tackle Shoplifting View From The Hill - Frome Couple Love Our Views Jan Walls’ Gardening Diary Lucy’s Life-Changing Lesson - Coconut And Cotton Ow

Jan 8, 2024 • 59:54

The Alfred Daily – 8th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 8th January 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: A Fortnight of Freezing Temperatures Forecast for Shaftesbury Blacksmith Pulls Off Big Performance in Arts Centre Peter Pan Panto Shaftesbury What’s Ons Motcombe Zumba Raises Cash for Salisbury Hospital Celebrity Biographies on Sale at Shaftesbury’s Oxfam Bookshop Cold Water Swimming Expert Appointed Shaftesbury Lido Manager Councillor Jubilant That Jubilee Steps Railing Work Finally Starts View from the Hill - Londoners Fall in Love with Local Shepherd's Hut. Guest Sp

Jan 7, 2024 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 7th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 7th January 2024

(Episode 1387) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Resident Says He Can Become North Dorset’s Lib Dem MP Shaftesbury What’s Ons View From The Hill- Visitor From Peru Kate And Karren Chat ‘Over The Garden Fence’ Shaftesbury Artist Richard Hoare On Painting Peripheral Places Shaftesbury FC Features In ‘The Sun’ Car Stolen From Motcombe Found In Southampton Charlton Church Bell Restored After Two Decades Of Silence St James’ PostBox Featured On Twitter North Dorset Writer Sarah English Reads ‘T

Jan 6, 2024 • 59:49

The Alfred Daily – 6th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 6th January 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Police Have the Slowest 999 Call Answer Time in the UK – Force Responds Shaftesbury’s Independent Book Shop to Partner with Blur Musician’s Festival Melbury and Fontmell Council Wants Your Pothole Reports Shaston Seasonal Reflection – Rain Pours from Tanyard Thatch Paul Merefield’s Quiz Anne Davies’ Walk of the Week - An All Tarmac Trek from Fonthill Bishop Learn Just How Horrible Fonthill Abbey's William Beckford Was – In Shaftesbury Talk View from

Jan 5, 2024 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 5th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 5th January 2024

(Episode 1385) On The Alfred Daily Today: Man to Face Court Following Serious Road Collision Near Shaftesbury Your Dorset Council Tax Likely To Rise By 5% From April - Council Say Rise Protects Key Services Shaftesbury Town Council Won't Trim Trees Blocking Residents' Daylight  Third Time Athletics Win For Fontmell Primary  View From The Hill - Turkish Visitors Former Pupils Still Knock On Cann Man's Door, 60 Years After School Shut Expert Advice For Shaftesbury Groups Seeking New Volunteers To

Jan 4, 2024 • 59:28

The Alfred Daily – 4th January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 4th January 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s On Arts Centre Granted Planning Permission for Transformative Works Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Soaked St James’ Allotments and Thursday Sunrise Dorset Council Amends Rubbish Dump Fees but Says Charges Don’t Encourage Fly-Tipping Shaftesbury Crew Helps Ambulance Crew Enter Ludwell Home Two Award-Winning Nature Writers Confirmed for Shaftesbury Book Festival Shaftesbury Man to Ride Motorbike to The Gambia for Charity View from the Hill – Surrey Cou

Jan 3, 2024 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 3rd January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 3rd January 2024

(Episode 1383) On The Alfred Daily Today:   Police Commissioner Responds to Council's Request for Shaftesbury Police Officer Fire Crew Called To Old Boundary Road Home Shaftesbury's Seasonal Reflections- Joe Hashman Shaftesbury's Classic Car Enthusiast Restores French Limousine 3 Local Flood Alerts - Flooding Update Photographer to Exhibit 'Our Green and Pleasant Land' at Charlton Talk View from the Hill: Bristolian Artist Visits Gold Hill Shaftesbury's Upcoming Events The Affordability of Shaf

Jan 2, 2024 • 59:57

The Alfred Daily – 2nd January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 2nd January 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Arts Centre Chooses 'Hilltop Cinema' As Movie Venue Name Shaftesbury What's Ons Wartime Vehicles Line Shaftesbury High Street For Air Ambulance Fundraiser Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Signs Of Spring - Joe Hashman and Kathy Morgan View From The Hill - South Devon Visitor Wednesday: Supermarket Vouchers For Dorset Residents Struggling With Living Costs Flood Alerts - Upper Stour And River Nadder Maltings Garden Guru - Jan Walls - The Remarkable Rowan New P

Jan 1, 2024 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 1st January 2024

The Alfred Daily – 1st January 2024

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Chairman Messages And 2024 Goals: Hannah Lister - Fontmell Parish Council, Trevor Clements - Compton Abbas, Liam Stacey -  Melbury Abbas Parish Council,Virginia Edwyn-Jones - Shaftesbury Town Council, Cllr Val Pothecary, Chairman Of Dorset Council Shaftesbury New Year What’s Ons Don’t Be Board! Donhead Games Group Celebrates First Birthday Vinyl Venture and Co-Working Space, Now Mustons Is ‘Off The Market’ Zumba Moves for a Cause: Motcombe's Dance Drive for Salisbury

Dec 31, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 31st December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 31st December 2023

(Episode 1380) On The Alfred Daily Today:   a 60-minute radio programme for Shaftesbury and the surrounding area, being broadcast 7 days-a-week. On today's Alfred Daily:  50 Vintage Tractors Tour Shaftesbury Area In Salisbury Hospice Fundraiser Shaftesbury New Year Events Swans Trust Fund First Defibrillator In East Of Town - And Want To Add More Kate And Karren's New Year's Eve Chat Festive Short Story - The Christmas Goose - By Sarah English BadCo Plan Second Ball For '24 And Hope Clothing Sa

Dec 30, 2023 • 59:44

The Alfred Daily – 30th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 30th December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: MBE Honour for Long-Serving Former Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show Boss 24 Hours to Choose Name for New Blockbuster-Screening Shaftesbury Cinema New Sound as Shaftesbury’s Cabin Band Rocks Shaston Club into 2024 Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz View from the Hill: Visitor from Lymington Shaftesbury What’s On Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman Meet My Pet - Benson, the Cockapoo A Wintry Walk of the Week Around Ashmore with Dave Hardiman Sunday Fitness Fun for Kids as M

Dec 29, 2023 • 59:22

The Alfred Daily – 29th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 29th December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons After 18 Years, Shaftesbury Unique Teddy Bear Store Will Close Shaftesbury Rotary Launch Annual Easter 5k And 10k Runs Motcombe Renewable Energy Co Asked For Church Walk Lighting Solution My Favourite Tree- Stour Row Arboriculturist Nick Baxter View From The Hill- Greenwich Couple Love Shaftesbury Timelessness Christmas Window Winners ‘The Kitchen Table’ On Making The Mayor Out Of Lego 1,000 Gig Veteran To Rock ‘Two Brewers’ Into 2024 Short Story

Dec 28, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 28th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 28th December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:

Dec 27, 2023 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 27th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 27th December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:

Dec 26, 2023 • 59:35

The Alfred Daily – 26th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 26th December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:

Dec 25, 2023 • 59:50

The Alfred Daily – 25th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 25th December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: TODAY: Christmas Thought From Karen Gorham, Bishop Of Sherborne Motcombe Businessman Bounces Back Following Devastating Blaze Mayoral Address - Cllr Virginia Edwyn-Jones Christmas Message – Fontmell Parish Chair: Hannah Lister Donhead St Mary Chair: John Feltham Compton Parish Chair: Trevor Clements Christmas Thought From Karen Gorham, Bishop Of Sherborne Belle Street Drama As Van Knocks Over Bollard During Gig Coping With Christmas Alone – Bill Sheriff, Jacki

Dec 24, 2023 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 24th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 24th December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s On Shaftesbury Man Finds Family on Three Continents After DNA Test Shaftesbury Rector Welcomes Pub Revellers as Midnight Mass Returns Joe Hashman’s Shaston Seasonal Reflections View From The Hill – Janice and Family from Great Yarmouth Shaftesbury’s Joanna Tucholska on Christmas Traditions in Poland“Over The Garden Fence” – Kate Pickard and Karren Burkett North Dorset Author’s Short Story: Sarah English ‘A Miracle at Christmas’

Dec 23, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 23rd December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 23rd December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Town Council Scrutinises Persimmon's Affordable Housing Proposal For New Estate Persimmon Will Meet With Melbury Council To Discuss Estate Warning For Tisbury And Gill Train Passengers Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Meet My Pet: Percy Lizzard’s mini daschund, Steve Walk Of The Week - “Tess Of The Vale’ takes us to Duncliffe Hill View From The Hill - Visitors From Romsey Shaftesbury’s Shopkeepers’ Choices- Sarah Rudder Of Kitchen Table Bookshop First Christmas -

Dec 22, 2023 • 59:54

The Alfred Daily – 22nd December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 22nd December 2023

(Episode 1371) On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Police Want To Identify Kids Climbing Town Hall Scaffolding Shaftesbury Carnival Issue Heartfelt Tribute To Allan Franks Shaftesbury What's Ons Scaffolding Impacting Town Hall Market Footfall - Councillors Won’t Reduce Rate Tourism News - Trevor Clements Of Shaftesbury Tourism Hub Shaftesbury In Bloom Seek Winter Planter Sponsors Groundwater Flood Alert For Cranborne Chase - Grants For Flood Protection In Wilts Cllr Piers Brown Says 3-Week B3081

Dec 21, 2023 • 59:54

The Alfred Daily – 21st December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 21st December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Your local news   Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Pays £1M Council Tax For Policing – Council Backs Call For Full-Time Cop Coppice Street Garden Raises £400 For Charity Decorating Dunhead St. Andrew Church For Christmas And International Christening Melbury Traffic Issue Is Mainly Speeding Says New Councillor Shashton Seasonal Reflections With Joe Hashman View From The Hill Christchurch Couple Meet Relatives Celebrating Shaftesbury Independents, Golden Snowdrop Firs

Dec 20, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 20th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 20th December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons Plan To Enclose Inflatable Ferne House Tennis Court New Snowdrop Festival Drivers To Highlight Dementia Connection Police Commissioner Wants Support For Council Tax Hike Again Dorset Police Chief Constable Reveals Force Workload By Numbers First Christmas - Andrew Wood At Compton Airfield Supporting Shaftesbury Indies - Kit And Kaboodle Chatty Cafe Will Encourage Friendship In Fontmell Hope Charity Wins Shaftesbury Rotary’s Caldwell Award Daytime

Dec 19, 2023 • 57:07

The Alfred Daily – 19th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 19th December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Residents Tour New Pepperell House Mental Health Facility Dorset Council To Award Special Councillors Alderman Status Motcombe Man To Run 268 Miles Along Pennines Mostly In Darkness Shaftesbury What's Ons Fears Child Could Fall Into Unguarded Hole Alongside C13 Road View From The Hill - Battersea Regular First Christmas - Nick Else Hopes Harvest Hill Veg Shop Can Remain Christmas Carol- Shaftesbury Town Band Medley Rotarians Raise £938 From Bingo Dorset Cor

Dec 18, 2023 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 18th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 18th December 2023

(Episode 1367) On The Alfred Daily Today:  Council Asked To Request Full-Time Police Officer For Shaftesbury Shaftesbury What's Ons Blogger Spends Night 'Stealth Camping' On Royal Chase Roundabout Planet Shaftesbury Take Stock After Council Defer Sustainability Strategy Shaftesbury School Eco Club Kids Attend COP-Style Conference Shaftesbury Shopkeepers' Seasonal Suggestions - Jenna From Acanthus First Christmas - Daniel And Juliet At Ye Olde Two Brewers Shaftesbury Chef's Christmas Tips - Davi

Dec 17, 2023 • 59:50

The Alfred Daily – 17th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 17th December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Town Band Procession Marks "Beginning Of Christmas In Motcombe"  Shaftesbury What's Ons Transforming Fay Weldon's Former Shaftesbury Home  Strictly Show For Locals With 'Downs' At Christmas Ball In Motcombe Kate And Karren On Covid And Cars  View From The Hill - Gears Mill AirBnB Guests  Sunday Story - 'The Photo On The Landing'  - Christine Simms  Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Dinah's Hollow

Dec 16, 2023 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 16th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 16th December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s Ons No Suspicious Circumstances With Motcombe Death Open House Feeds Two Hundred At Party For Locals In Need Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Walk Of The Week - Anne Davies Takes Us To Ebbesbourne Wake View From The Hill – Memories Of The Half Moon Inn Meet My Pet – Myra McDadd And Dinah Dorset Council Reveals Neighbouring Council Partners For ‘Devolution’ Deal Shaftesbury School Students Raise £2000 For Kids With Cancer And In Ukraine Shaftesbury’s Cul-de-

Dec 15, 2023 • 59:33

The Alfred Daily – 15th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 15th December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Councillors Call For New Council Houses In Housing Strategy Shaftesbury What's Ons Adrian Ryder's Bell Street Bookshelf - Life In 1900 Ashmore Donkey Needed For Saturday's Motcombe Christmas Procession Gillingham Artisans To Sell In Shaftesbury On Sunday Winter Volunteers Welcome At Shaftesbury's Community Farm Tribute To Park Walk Jazzman Motcombe's Dorset Councillor Will Chair Dorset Council Planning Committee Tourism News - Trevor Clements At Shaftesbury TIC

Dec 14, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 14th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 14th December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: North Dorset Councillor Highlights Relatives' Travel And Access Issues With Stroke Care Changes Shaftesbury What's Ons Barrier Will Narrow High Street To Improve Safety During Town Hall Works Flurry Of Late Orders Keep Shaftesbury Christmas Hamper Business Busy Seasonal Reflections - Guy's Marsh Carol From Shaftesbury's Churches Together View From The Hill - Former Moto Guzzi Rider Returns Jackie And Jeanette Remember ... Reindeer On King Alfred's Kitchen Shaftesbury M

Dec 13, 2023 • 58:13

The Alfred Daily – 13th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 13th December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:

Dec 12, 2023 • 59:49

The Alfred Daily – 12th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 12th December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Motcombe Farmer Urges Dorset Councillors to Support Farming in Upcoming Vote Torri Remembered with Health Room Launch Shaston Seasonal Reflections Wiltshire Council Childrens Services Graded Outstanding By Ofsted Pieces of Motcombe's History: A Jigsaw Gift to Complete Your Christmas Arts Centre To Launch New Films In February - Cinema Name Needed Award Nomination For Bedchester B & B Specialising In U.S Visitors Shaftesbury Concert To Debut New Carol On Sunday Shaftesb

Dec 11, 2023 • 58:57

The Alfred Daily – 11th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 11th December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury’s Breast Cancer Charity Boobs To Open Shop Trader Claims Town Hall Works Discriminate Against the Disabled Residents Encouraged To Support Town Council’s Climate Emergency Plan Shaftesbury What’s On: Upcoming Events Choir Entertains Christmas Market Shoppers View From The Hill: An Amesbury Visitor's Perspective Shaftesbury Charity Shop Bargains Funeral Details For Judith Mary Wade Joe Hashman – Before The Flyover Soundscape – Buzzards On French Mill Lane

Dec 10, 2023 • 59:52

The Alfred Daily – 10th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 10th December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:

Dec 9, 2023 • 59:45

The Alfred Daily – 9th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 9th December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:

Dec 8, 2023 • 59:53

The Alfred Daily – 8th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 8th December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council Want Dorset Council Committee To Decide Mampitts Community Hall Tourism News - Trevor Clements At The Tourism Hub Town Band Director Martin Hill Prepares for Sunday Concert Compton Filmmaker Seeks Shaftesbury Wildlife Garden For National TV Show Virginia's Volunteers - Arthur Simmonds' Shaftesbury Fair Trade Adrian Ryder's Bell Street Bookshelf - Ashmore's School

Dec 7, 2023 • 59:53

The Alfred Daily – 7th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 7th December 2023

(Episode 1356) On The Alfred Daily Today: Don’t Travel Through Gill Or Tisbury Stations This Week Market Organiser Says Too Many Events Are Reducing Stall Numbers Gold Hill Museum To Celebrate 70th Birthday With ‘Made In Shaftesbury’ Display Talented Young Shaftesbury Actors Perform Two Plays View From The Hill- Visitor From Frome Shaftesbury What’s Ons Dorset Council Receive £1M To Tackle Homelessness Jackie And Jeanette’s Post Office Memories Liz Foster Reads –‘The Object Of My Love’ A Musica

Dec 6, 2023 • 58:30

The Alfred Daily – 6th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 6th December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Crashes Close Spreadeagle Hill And Motcombe’s ‘The Street’ Expected At Shaftesbury Funeral For Former Dorset Coroner Seasonal Reflections – Slippery At Breach Common Shopkeeper Unhappy With Pre-Christmas High Street Closure Smiles And Sparkle At Shaftesbury Christingle What’s On in Shaftesbury Original, Live Music At Shaftesbury Acoustic Café View From The Hill- Visitors From Bilbao Dorset Council Offers New Business And Community Grants Duo to Debut New Classical Musi

Dec 5, 2023 • 59:39

The Alfred Daily – 5th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 5th December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Former TIC Will Become Pop-Up Arts Display And Base For Santa Shaftesbury What's Ons Not Home Alone This Christmas- Thanks To Donhead Resident's Offer Jan Walls' Gardening Advice Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Kathy Morgan and Joe Hashman Semley Talk - Cycle Tour Of Europe  Helps Author Beat Eating Disorder  Dr Sean Beer On The Magic Of Cranborne Chase Churches Town Council Will Bolster Neighbourhood Plan With £7K Grant Local Poetry - Summer Has Gone - By Agnes C Leets

Dec 4, 2023 • 59:47

The Alfred Daily – 4th December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 4th December 2023

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Dec 3, 2023 • 59:55

The Alfred Daily – 3rd December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 3rd December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Semley's Chaldicott Barns Advent Fair Raises Funds For Women's Safety Shaston Seasonal Reflections Creative Flair Unveiled at Donhead St. Mary Christmas Fair Kate And Karren Chat Over The Garden Fence  Liz Foster Reads 'I Know Where I Am Going' Donhead Diary - Author Geoffrey Malone Rachel Diment And Marilyn Morris Enjoy The Winter Wonderland

Dec 2, 2023 • 58:38

The Alfred Daily – 2nd December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 2nd December 2023

(Episode 1351) On The Alfred Daily Today:

Dec 1, 2023 • 59:19

The Alfred Daily – 1st December 2023

The Alfred Daily – 1st December 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Weekend What's What's Passenger Praises Driver's Kindness After Bus Gets Stuck On A30 Near Ludwell Dorset Police Relaunch Free Soft Drink For Drivers Programme: Shaftesbury Pubs Wanted Seeing Stars - Donhead Sports Club Present Cheque To Salisbury Hospital Appeal New Baroque Festival for Shaftesbury Shaston Seasonal Reflections  View From The Hill - Coach Driver From Cambs Motcombe's Village -Wide Advent Calendar Starts Today More Disruption For Local Rail

Nov 30, 2023 • 59:35

The Alfred Daily – 30th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 30th November 2023

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Nov 29, 2023 • 57:51

The Alfred Daily – 29th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 29th November 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Council Warned Path Subsidence Makes Mobility Scooters ‘Tilt’ Plan To Tackle Nitrates And Septic Tanks Polluting River Nadder Shaftesbury Filmmaker Award-Nominated For Mental Health Movie Shaftesbury’s Historic Maces Will Be Displayed At British Museum Shaftesbury What’s On Shaftesbury Road Closures Botanical Candle Co Donates £1,773 To Food Bank Charity Professionals And Amateurs Picked By Arts Centre Judges For Exhibition View From The Hill – Rosie From London Alfred

Nov 28, 2023 • 59:30

The Alfred Daily – 28th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 28th November 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s On Driver Banned After Careless Driving Causes East Knoyle Crash Late Night Shopping Proves Shaftesbury High St ‘Punches Above Its Weight’ Councillor Slates ‘Naff’ New Shaftesbury Play Area Councillor ‘Distressed’ After Council Worker Verbally Abused Shaftesbury Traffic News Seasonal Tastes And Tasteful Gifts At Semley’s Advent Fair View From The Hill – Cheltenham Couple Race Up Hill With Loaf Free Car Parking In Shaftesbury, Saturday 2nd Dec Former

Nov 27, 2023 • 59:57

The Alfred Daily – 27th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 27th November 2023

(Episode 1346) On The Alfred Daily Today:

Nov 26, 2023 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 26th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 26th November 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Cold Water Swimming At Shaftesbury Lido  Shaftesbury Weekend Events  Town Council Approves Sunday Markets - Warning, It Could Jeopardise Food Fest  French Twin Town Presents Special Book  Donhead Lad Mowing To Fund Kenya Aid Trip Kate And Karren Chat 'Over The Garden Fence' Liz Foster Reads Eunice's Little Weakness  Jo Hashman's Nature Notes Soundscape - Windy Wardour Woods View From The Hill - Lancashire Visitor Parent And Teenager Bonding Event In Shaftesbury

Nov 25, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 25th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 25th November 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons Pound Lane Bus Route Returns But No Saturday Service To Gill  Kate Adie Appointed President Of Dorset CPRE Rail Works Disrupt North Dorset Passengers Rail Company Grants For Shaftesbury Area Projects Paul Merefield’s Quiz Meet My Pet- Sam From Compton’s 10 Dogs Walk Of The Week With Andrew Ebens-Melbury Hill Kate Scott's Chicken Keeping Diary Karen Cole Reviews ‘What Dies Inside Us’

Nov 24, 2023 • 59:53

The Alfred Daily – 24th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 24th November 2023

(Episode 1343) On The Alfred Daily Today: Closure Of Shaftesbury Car Park In December – Disastrous, Says Trader One-Quarter of Visitors Find Shaftesbury Abbey By Chance - Survey Home Start Blackmore Vale Extends To West Dorset Virginia’s Volunteers – Julian Prichard Of Hospital Friends Sustainable Fashion Film And Clothes Exchange In Shaftesbury, Monday Sedgehill And Semley Council Appoints Two Tree Wardens Tourism Hub Update – Trevor Clements On The End Of The AONB Shaftesbury Councillor Holds

Nov 23, 2023 • 1:00:04

The Alfred Daily – 23rd November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 23rd November 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Newcastle Hill Benches Blamed for 'Intimidating' Drug-Taking, Drunken Youths Shaftesbury's What's On Hovis Ad Man Carl Barlow's Memories – Ahead of Shaftesbury's Lights Switch-On Chamber Chair Hopes Town Will Support Shaftesbury High Street's Late-Night Shopping Fontmell's Christmas Fair Will Help Support Rescued 'Staffies' Renowned Wildlife Artist Will Reads His New Poetry in Semley Jackie and Jeanette Reminisce About Wanting to Grow Up Quickly Shaston Seasonal Reflec

Nov 22, 2023 • 59:49

The Alfred Daily – 22nd November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 22nd November 2023

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Nov 21, 2023 • 1:00:02

The Alfred Daily – 21st November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 21st November 2023

(Episode 1340) On The Alfred Daily Today: Maltings 20MPH Campaign ‘Going Backwards’ with Dorset Council Rules Shaftesbury What’s On Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman Jan Walls’ Gardening Advice Approved - Churchyard Path to Improve Motcombe Schoolkids’ Safety Everyone’s Invited to Abbey Primary Christmas Fair St James’ Church Saturday Fair Preview Shaftesbury Primary to Plant 500 Trees on Thursday View from the Hill – Guernsey Visitor Donhead Mum Puts Her Happiness First, Painting for

Nov 20, 2023 • 59:56

The Alfred Daily – 20th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 20th November 2023

(Episode 1339) On The Alfred Daily Today:   Motcombe Wine Expert Celebrates Victory in 2023 Beaujolais Run Shaftesbury Town Council Considers Making Artisan Market a Permanent Fixture Wessex Internet Team Log On And Set Up Town Tree In Superfast Time Creation Quartet To Enchant Shaftesbury with Haydn and Beethoven Charity Shop Bargains Shaftesbury What's Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury Flower Arranging

Nov 19, 2023 • 59:15

The Alfred Daily – 19th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 19th November 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury High Street Welcomes New Retro Arcade Hub Motcombe Councillor Explains The Stark Appearance Of Village Hedge Charlton's St John's Church Hosts Festive Fundraiser for Crisis Bournemouth Youth and St Peter's Choir Ring in Harmony at the Arts Centre John Cluett's Memories Of The Wartime Years In The Blackmore Vale View from the hill Shaston Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury What’s Ons Kate Pickard and Karren Burkett - ‘Over the Garden Fence’. Richard Evans read

Nov 18, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 18th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 18th November 2023

(Episode 1337) On The Alfred Daily Today:

Nov 17, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 17th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 17th November 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Compton Woman Challenges £132 Monthly Rise In Septic Tank Bill Since September Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflection Coconut And Cotton Shop For Sale, But Only To Ethical Buyer Virginia’s Volunteers – Stuart Edwards Of The Friends Of Shaftesbury Swimming Adrian Ryder’s On Donhead’s Road Network Semley Farm Wants To Convert Barn Into School Education Centre Trevor Clements’ Tourism Update Shaftesbury Traffic News No Tree Damage From Storms On North Dorset N

Nov 16, 2023 • 1:00:02

The Alfred Daily – 16th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 16th November 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Two Rival Groups Submit Plans For New Maltings Community Hall Shaftesbury Primary And Abbey School Rotorkids Unite To Tidy Town Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Traffic Shaston Seasonal Reflections New Groundwater Flood Alert For Berwick, Ashmore, Compton Music With A Message - Conor Smith’s Sixth Single Release In The Pink -Motcombe moviegoers pack hall for Barbie

Nov 15, 2023 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 15th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 15th November 2023

(Episode 1334) On The Alfred Daily Today: Motcombe Villagers Want Lights On 'Slippery' Church Walk Bid for African Beach Break with Save the Children Shaftesbury Supersized Shaftesbury Scenes to Improve Town Centre Scaffolding Site Shaftesbury What's On Hopes That MP's Ministerial Job Will Mean More Money for Dorset Council Shaftesbury Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury Roadworks Arts Centre Presents Compilation of Musical Favourites Fontmell Event Helps You Plan Your Climate Change-Resilient Gar

Nov 14, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 14th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 14th November 2023

(Episode 1333) On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury MP Becomes Local Government Minister In Reshuffle More Farm Buildings Could Become Homes In Stour Row And East Orchard Shaftesbury What’s Ons New Showroom Plan For Sherborne Causeway Caravan Dealer Professors Will Answer Dementia Questions At Motcombe Fundraiser Free Talk On Appreciating The Planets In Wednesday Astronomy Event Engineer Who Helped Build Secret Spitfires Shares Stories In Semley Garden Guru Jan Walls- Herbs View From The Hill

Nov 13, 2023 • 59:52

The Alfred Daily – 13th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 13th November 2023

(Episode 1332) On The Alfred Daily Today: Youth Groups play Big Role in Shaftesbury 's Remembrance Day Shaftesbury What's Ons Shaftesbury's New, Innovative Book Club Merges Tradition with Technology Navigating Nature's Nuances: Tristan Gooley Guides Shaftesbury Through the Secrets of Trees Discovering the Latest Treasures at Shaftesbury's Charity Shops  91-Year-Old Shares Shaftesbury Wartime Evacuee Tales And Donates C17th Document To Museum View from The Hill – a South Korean family visit Shaf

Nov 12, 2023 • 59:39

The Alfred Daily – 12th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 12th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 12th November 2023 (Episode 1331) On The Alfred Daily Today:  Sand Play And More Exciting Zip Wire Amongst Wincombe Rec Improvements Shaftesbury What’s Ons Author Will Imagines  Saxon Shaftesbury Life In Monday Book Event Guests Take Climate Emergency Action After Melbury Campsite Stay Kate And Karren Chat Over The Garden Fence Donhead’s Neville Pugh On ‘Two remarkable Royal Marine’ Relatives Shaftesbury Writer Tiggy Hayes reads ‘Red Roses’ Kate And Karren Chat ‘Over The Garde

Nov 11, 2023 • 59:48

The Alfred Daily – 11th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 11th November 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:  Dorset Council: Land Next To Maltings May Not Be Needed For By-Pass New Half Moon Manager Plans More Community Connections Unheated Open-Air Swimming Starts This Month In Shaftesbury Shaston Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury What’s Ons Paul Merefield’s Pub Quiz Meet My Pet – Angela In West Stour- And Her Dog, Cat, Tortoise And Python My Shaftesbury – Pete McDonald Talks With Margaret Cluett Walk Of The Week – Tess Of The Vale With The Magic Of Melbury Kate Scott’s Chic

Nov 10, 2023 • 59:50

The Alfred Daily – 10th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 10th November 2023

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Nov 9, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 9th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 9th November 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Hotel Faces Conversion To Private Home- Airbnb And Recruitment Blamed Dorset Council Consider Historic Titles For Long Serving Councillors No Newts Yet As £38K Shaftesbury Pond Conservation Completes Wildlife, Water And The Wylye Valley As Art Couple Exhibit In Shaftesbury Four Artists Open Christmas Arts Pop-Up In Stour Row Funeral Announcement – Gordon Pike 500 Enjoy Rescheduled Shaftesbury Primary Fireworks Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal R

Nov 8, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 8th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 8th November 2023

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Nov 7, 2023 • 59:57

The Alfred Daily – 7th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 7th November 2023

(Episode 1326) On The Alfred Daily Today: Hospital Friends Plan Accommodation for Nurses At Pepperell House Orchestra Becomes a Symphony and Adds Top-Flight Conductor Expert on Britain's Best-Loved Birds Talks at the Grosvenor on Thursday Retrofitting Buildings Is Helping Dorset Council's Climate Goal Maltings Garden Guru Jan Wall's Weekly Advice Shaftesbury Seasonal Reflections from Joe Hashman and Kathy Morgan Road Closures This Week Job Vacancies: Caretaker-Type Role at Shaftesbury School /

Nov 6, 2023 • 59:19

The Alfred Daily – 6th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 6th November 2023

(Episode 1325) On The Alfred Daily Today: Pepperrell House To Aid NHS Mental Health Patients Independence Shape the Future of Shaftesbury Play At Wincombe Rec's Pop-Up Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Snowdrops ‘Study Day’ To Return For 2024 Festival Mindfulness And The Milkyway At Fontmell Stargazing Night Shaston Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury Area Roadworks Eco Activist Needs Help Defending Wardour Wood From Deer Shaftesbury Charity Shop Bargains

Nov 5, 2023 • 59:52

The Alfred Daily – 5th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 5th November 2023

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Nov 4, 2023 • 1:00:02

The Alfred Daily – 4th November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 4th November 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's On Motcombe Plants An Oak Tree To Remember James Saumarez Exceptional Shaftesbury Actor Sought To Portray Last Woman Hanged How Autism Enhances And Impedes Shaftesbury Singer Samantha’s Shows

Nov 3, 2023 • 59:30

The Alfred Daily – 3rd November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 3rd November 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Council Faces' High Risk' Budget Shortfall; Financial Strain Deepens Shaftesbury Tourism Update With Trevor Clements Shaftesbury What’s Ons Clean-Up Call: North Dorset's Push to Reduce River Pollution Pyrotechnic Pro Promises Fantastic Fireworks At Donhead Sports Club  Books And Home Baked Cakes To Fund Melbury's Holey Church Roof  Shaftesbury's New Social Cafe Chats And Breakfasts For Chaps  Virginia's Volunteers - Rob Neely Adrian’s Bell Street Bookshelf - Com

Nov 2, 2023 • 57:56

The Alfred Daily – 2nd November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 2nd November 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Up All Night – Motcombe And Donhead’s Volunteer Flood Wardens What’s Ons and Storm Closures The Shaftesbury Networking Sessions Proven To Boost Business Jackie And Jeanette’s 60s and 70s Memories – Kitchens Classic Sitcom Writer’s Comedy Comes To Shaftesbury Shaftesbury Movement Session Promises Better Balance, Fewer Falls Shaston Seasonal Reflections View from the Hill – Visitors Enthralled By Ashmore Vending Machine

Nov 1, 2023 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 1st November 2023

The Alfred Daily – 1st November 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today    Motcombe Man Gives Thousands To Village Projects After Selling Business Shaftesbury What’s Ons And Storm Ciarán Cancellations Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman Shaftesbury U3A Feature Forgotten Women Of Art

Oct 31, 2023 • 59:46

The Alfred Daily – 31st October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 31st October 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Food Will Be The Focus For The New Family At Ye Olde Two Brewers Halloween Ghosts Stories- Hauntings At Royal Chase Hotel Special Awards For Shaftesbury In Bloom Supporters Chaos At Christy’s Lane Traffic Lights –Fire Crew Appeal To Keep Exit Clear Shaston Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury What’s Ons Motcombe Prepares For Storm Flood Risk Flour Power – Nick Crump Visits Michael Stoates’ Cann Mill Garden Guru Jan Walls’ Advice From The Maltings

Oct 30, 2023 • 59:27

The Alfred Daily – 30th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 30th October 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Coombe House Park Run Project Is Uncertain Time Out Says Shaftesbury Shop Best For Christmas Gifts Peter Stanier Highlights Mysterious Marks On Shaftesbury Buildings Shaftesbury School Wants Thought Provoking TedX Talk Hosts Shaftesbury Roadworks  - Christy’s Lane And Guy’s Marsh Closure Shaftesbury What’s Ons And Fireworks Melbury Treeplanting To Combat Climate Emergency Thousands Visit Shaftesbury’s Museums In 2023 – Goals For ‘24 Revealed Shaston Seasonal Reflecti

Oct 29, 2023 • 59:57

The Alfred Daily – 29th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 29th October 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Fontmell School Pupil Opens New Playground; Friendship Garden Relocated   Donhead Brigadier Neville Pugh On His Cold War Military And Diplomacy Career   Kate and Karren - Autumn Mornings, Stourhead And An Antique Scooter   Motcombe Explorer Makes Major Archaeological Discovery In Mongolia   Shaftesbury Rotary's Halloween Event Adapted Following Downpours   Sunday Short Story - Liz Fraser Reads 'Jenny And Jennifer'   Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Joe Hashman   Shaf

Oct 29, 2023 • 59:43

The Alfred Daily – 28th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 28th October 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Couple Who Moved To Shaftesbury’s From Brionne Celebrate 50 Years of Twinning Expert In Cranborne Chase Groundwater Flooding Hosts Q And A Meeting Paul Merefield’s Quiz Meet My Pet – Dale And His East Knoyle Labradors My Shaftesbury – Richard Keenleyside Talks With Margaret Cluett Walk of The Week -Dave Hardiman Leads Us Around Tollard Royal View From The Hill – Visitors From Windsor Shaftesbury What’s Ons Karen Cole’s Book Review-  The Spirit Engineer by A.J. West

Oct 27, 2023 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 27th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 27th October 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Shaftesbury What’s On Weldmar Opens Shaftesbury Charity Shop Superstore Motcombe Councillor Appeals for Foodbank Donations Shaftesbury Artist Andrea Jenkins Displays Her 50 Years of Art Motcombe Wine Expert Joins 2023 Beaujolais Run Stories and Songs Celebrate Cranborne Chase During Win Green Walk Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman View from the Hill - Family from Eastleigh

Oct 26, 2023 • 58:59

The Alfred Daily – 26th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 26th October 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: We Need To ‘Up Our Game’ For Tourists – Shaftesbury’s Mayor Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Boggy Ground Fontmell Prepares For Playpark And New Friendship Garden Opening Time Saving A.I Tools Popular At Shaftesbury Business Event Visit East Knoyle To Have Your Say On Wiltshire Highway Issues Free Room Hire- In A Shaftesbury Funeral Home Jackie And Jeanette Reminisce About Old Shaftesbury, Compton, FontmellView from the Hill – Kent Couples Visit Sh

Oct 25, 2023 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 25th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 25th October 2023

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Oct 24, 2023 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 24th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 24th October 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Motcombe Councillors Concerned Roadworks Will Lead to Rat Run Through Village St John’s Hill Road Closure Continues Wednesday Learn About Town Council Plans at Budget Presentation Tonight  Shaftesbury Witch Welcomes You to Alternative ‘Dark Arts’ Event Pigs, Dogs, and Horses ‘Race’ in Motcombe Shaftesbury What’s On Parent's Fair This Saturday: Clothing and Book Bargains Await! National Charity Donates Telescope to Shaftesbury Primary Live Musician to Enhance 1

Oct 23, 2023 • 59:54

The Alfred Daily – 23rd October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 23rd October 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:  Chatty Café Comes to Shaftesbury Shaftesbury What's Ons Dorset Councillor Calls for Public Debate on Dinah's Hollow Shaftesbury Town Council Agrees on Park Bench Policy Roadworks and Road Closures This Week Shaftesbury Charity Shop Bargains View from the Hill – Visitor from Algiers Outgoing Two Brewers Landlord Reflects on Three Challenging Years Dorset Council Chief Wants Powers to Tackle Unruly Councillors

Oct 22, 2023 • 59:26

The Alfred Daily – 22nd October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 22nd October 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Brave and Determined Company Chosen as New Shaftesbury Chain Store’s Charity Partner Shaftesbury Woman Marking Dog Poo on the Pavements Sculpture Celebrating East Knoyle’s Famous Son is Unveiled Kate and Karren Chat about Odd Orange Spiders Why International Exec Ron Holland Needs to Leave DonheadConsultation on Wincombe Rec Play Park Plan  Shaftesbury What’s On Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman Richard Foreman Reads ‘Unearthing Me’

Oct 21, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 21st October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 21st October 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury's new car park has fewer spaces than expected Shaftesbury twenty-somethings get social with a meet-up in town tonight Lindar Hall - the community resource for the east of the town Shaftesbury Carnival addresses town councillor’s concerns about litter and road closures Meet My Pet – Ruby the Bulldog Walk of the Week – Gillingham to Breezy Ridge Paul Merefield’s Quiz Madjeston Farm Animal Park opens for Halloween fun My Shaftesbury – Jennifer Matthews Shaftes

Oct 20, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 20th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 20th October 2023

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Oct 19, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 19th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 19th October 2023

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Oct 18, 2023 • 59:38

The Alfred Daily – 18th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 18th October 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Environmental Award Win Boosts Business For Shaftesbury Printer Fontmell Welcomes New Villagers - Gardeners Get Free Bulbs  The Rare, Putrid Plant That’s Popped Up On Breach Common Further Discussions Before Town Council Support Climate Action Plan Charlie Greenwood - Supports Shaston Club’s Music Venue Vision Shaftesbury Roadworks For Week Ahead Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman And Kathy Morgan Funeral Arrangements - Vivien Doreen Johnson Of Motcombe Dorset

Oct 17, 2023 • 1:00:10

The Alfred Daily – 17th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 17th October 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: 3,500 Dorset Homes Paused Over Pollution Rules Is 'Ridiculous', Says Planning Councillor Abbey Seeks Community Help Securing Grant For Treasured Artefact  Motcombe Residents Urged to Check Watercourses Before Storm  View From The Hill: Couple Meet On Gold Hill For First Date  Maltings Gardening Expert Jan Walls On Autumn And 'No Dig'  Book Celebrating British Mammals Features Shaftesbury Hedgehog Sign Campaign  Whale Poo's Impact: Expert to Speak at Shaftesbury Meeting

Oct 16, 2023 • 59:41

The Alfred Daily – 16th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 16th October 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Scaffolding Will Surround Shaftesbury Town Hall - 30th October Until Spring Motcombe Councillor Says Dorset Council Is Losing Patience With Village Traffic Concerns Top Food Hygiene Scores For Virginia Haywood, Pamplemousse And Mocombe Primary Beating Anxiety With Art: How Nightime Shaftesbury Pics Have Changed Kristian's Life Shaftesbury Events Shaston Seasonal Reflections Charity Shop Bargains  Shaftesbury Twinning Celebrates 50 Years With International Concert Fre

Oct 15, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 15th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 15th October 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Council Uncertain How Much Climate Change Response Will Cost More Helpers Needed To Assess The State Of North Dorset Hedgerows Shaftesbury Man Moves To Ukrainian Fighting Frontline To Help Save Lives Shaston Seasonal Reflections Shaftesbury What’s Ons Donhead Man's Journey From Childhood Fascination To Part-Owning Racehorses Sunday Short Story - ‘The Waterfall’ By Liz Foster View From The Hill- Visitors’ Views

Oct 14, 2023 • 59:49

The Alfred Daily – 14th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 14th October 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Shaftesbury Town Council to Vote on Extensive Climate Emergency Response Plan Dorset Police Seek Horse Riders to Aid in Reducing Village Crime Special Surprise for Kyiv Ballet Dancer after Successful Shaftesbury Visit Shaftesbury Expert Hosts Fontmell Event Discussing Mysteries of Stonehenge My Shaftesbury – Magali from Enmore Green Paul Merefield's Quiz Shaftesbury Funeral Director Initiates Christmas Toy Drive for Dorchester Hospital View from the Hill - Conor from

Oct 13, 2023 • 59:47

The Alfred Daily – 13th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 13th October 2023

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Oct 12, 2023 • 59:35

The Alfred Daily – 12th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 12th October 2023

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Oct 11, 2023 • 59:50

The Alfred Daily – 11th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 11th October 2023

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Oct 10, 2023 • 59:54

The Alfred Daily – 10th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 10th October 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: How Maltings Residents' Encouragement Helped a Local Mum with PTSD Shaftesbury What's Ons Legal Action Threat if Dorset Council Awards Section 106 Funds to Town Council Mampitts Hub Maltings Gardener Jan Walls on the Magic of Early Morning Cobwebs Shaston Seasonal Reflection – Stunning Autumn Sunsets Celebration Planned for Fifty Years of East Stour Village Hall View from the Hill – Hayling Island Visitors Melbury Councillor Praises Compton Airfield's Efforts with Comm

Oct 9, 2023 • 59:28

The Alfred Daily – 9th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 9th October 2023

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Oct 9, 2023 • 59:35

The Alfred Daily – 8th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 8th October 2023

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Oct 7, 2023 • 59:32

The Alfred Daily – 7th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 7th October 2023

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Oct 6, 2023 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 6th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 6th October 2023

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Oct 5, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 5th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 5th October 2023

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Oct 4, 2023 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 4th October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 4th October 2023

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Oct 3, 2023 • 59:52

The Alfred Daily – 3rd October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 3rd October 2023

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Oct 2, 2023 • 56:49

The Alfred Daily – 2nd October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 2nd October 2023

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Oct 1, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 1st October 2023

The Alfred Daily – 1st October 2023

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Sep 30, 2023 • 58:39

The Alfred Daily – 30th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 30th September 2023

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Sep 29, 2023 • 58:18

The Alfred Daily – 29th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 29th September 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Ye Olde Brewers Landlord Over Camra Good Pub Guide Entry Businesses Show The Value Of Networking At First Wincombe Centre Meet-Up Shaftesbury Independent High Street Retailers Welcome Arrival Of Discount Chain Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections Adrian Ryder On The Vicar Who Changed The Face Of East Stour Five Comics Are Coming To Shaftesbury Arts Centre – More Stand-Up Nights May Follow

Sep 28, 2023 • 59:38

The Alfred Daily – 28th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 28th September 2023

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Sep 27, 2023 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 27th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 27th September 2023

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Sep 26, 2023 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 26th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 26th September 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Council Unlikely to Go 'Bankrupt' Like Birmingham Council Councillor Shares Impact of Affordable Home Shortage on Dorset Residents Meet Michael Clark, Ludwell's New Landlord Shaftesbury What's On Abbey Event: The Story of Queen Matilda, Cranborne Chase Owner Shaftesbury Printer's £3.5M Sustainability Investment Boosts Business Jan Walls' Gardening – Hanging Baskets at Pubs and on The Maltings John Parker Celebrates the Beauty of Breach Common Love – Poetry from

Sep 25, 2023 • 59:56

The Alfred Daily – 25th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 25th September 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: 2024 Airshow Attracting 10,000 Planned for Compton and Spitfire Flights Doubled Shaftesbury Arts Centre Latest Business Considering Going Cash-Free View from the Hill – Isle of Wight Resident Rates Shaftesbury Phil Proctor Takes Us to Shaftesbury's Oldest Building, Edwardstowe Charity Shop Bargains – Oxfam, Weldmar, Cancer Research Shaftesbury What's On Shaftesbury Travel News and Road Closures Famous Names Share Thoughts on Lockdown for Semley Book Talk More Tree Plan

Sep 24, 2023 • 59:57

The Alfred Daily – 24th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 24th September 2023

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Sep 23, 2023 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 23rd September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 23rd September 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's On and Carnival Events Meet My Pet: Clare from 'Over the Top' and Darcy My Shaftesbury: Why Marion Gray Loves Our Town Volunteering in a Vineyard: Meet the Melbury Grape Harvesting Helpers Paul Merefield's Quiz Karen Cole Reviews 'The Turnglass' by Gareth Rubin Kate Scott's Chicken Keeping Diary Coastal Pollution Concerns Block Blackmore Rd Disability-Friendly Home Mayor Claims Shaftesbury's Dorset Councillor Is 'Missing in Action' Wiltshire Council

Sep 22, 2023 • 59:47

The Alfred Daily – 22nd September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 22nd September 2023

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Sep 21, 2023 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 21st September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 21st September 2023

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Sep 20, 2023 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 20th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 20th September 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: £4M Spend Could Make the Stour Cleaner Town Council Reveals Cost of Evicting Man in Caravan from Barton Hill Coombe House Finances on Track as Expansion Plan Is Shared 90-Year-Old GI Bride Returns to Shaftesbury from Michigan to Scatter Husband's Ashes Shaftesbury What's On Locals Can Invest in Community Scheme Planning Shaftesbury School Solar Panels Shaston Seasonal Reflections New Sound for Cabin Band at Saturday's Gig for Reach Charity Semley Quiz Nights Relaunch F

Sep 19, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 19th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 19th September 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Police Enquiries Continue After Man Pushed Through Window In Shaftesbury Town Centre Tyres Slashes On Greenacre Way – Police Can’t Find Record Of Resident’s Report St James Cottage Structurally Sound After Hit And Run Collision Dorset Council Check Buildings For RACC Concrete Fontmell Residents Plan Unexpected Move Of Friendship Garden Meet The Neighbours In Enmore Green Monthly Talks Shaftesbury Lido – The Open Air pool Where Swimmers Find New Pals Different Every Tim

Sep 18, 2023 • 59:34

The Alfred Daily – 18th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 18th September 2023

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Sep 17, 2023 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 17th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 17th September 2023

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Sep 16, 2023 • 59:53

The Alfred Daily – 16th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 16th September 2023

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Sep 15, 2023 • 59:39

The Alfred Daily – 15th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 15th September 2023

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Sep 14, 2023 • 59:52

The Alfred Daily – 14th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 14th September 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Gallery Marks First Decade as Town Hailed 'Centre of Excellence in Art' Shaftesbury Area Underrepresented in Dorset Climate Change Summit Hopes that New Car Park Will Open Before Angel Lane's Day-Long Closure on 26th Shaftesbury Jobs: Hospital and Hardly Lodge Ludwell Butchers Surprised to Make Times Newspaper's Top 50 Bakers Roll on the Dark Nights! Shaftesbury Area Astronomers Start Winter Programme Ford Anglias and Midland Bank Memories - Jackie and Jean

Sep 13, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 13th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 13th September 2023

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Sep 12, 2023 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 12th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 12th September 2023

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Sep 11, 2023 • 1:00:05

The Alfred Daily – 11th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 11th September 2023

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Sep 10, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 10th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 10th September 2023

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Sep 9, 2023 • 59:49

The Alfred Daily – 9th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 9th September 2023

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Sep 8, 2023 • 59:47

The Alfred Daily – 8th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 8th September 2023

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Sep 7, 2023 • 59:47

The Alfred Daily – 7th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 7th September 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Churchill Residents Hardy Lodge Issues At Christy’s Lane Retirement Flats Consultation Shaftesbury Ladies FC Manager Hopes Town Will Support Sunday’s FA Cup Match Dorset Council ‘Disingenuous’ Over Lyons Walk Signs – Breach Common Signs On Hold Shaftesbury What’s Ons Jackie and Jeanette Reminisce About The Western Gazette In the 60s And 70s Matt Boatwright’s Property Matters – Thatched Homes Trish Lever Remembers First German Twinning Trip And Herr Hoeller East Kno

Sep 6, 2023 • 59:51

The Alfred Daily – 6th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 6th September 2023

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Sep 5, 2023 • 59:34

The Alfred Daily – 5th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 5th September 2023

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Sep 4, 2023 • 59:53

The Alfred Daily – 4th September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 4th September 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Public Can Swim at Coombe House Pool Again; Park Run Unlikely Until '24 Now Planners Told Stone Cutting and Quarrying at Cann Is Over Award-Winning Britain's Got Talent Magician Plans Shaftesbury Show Blackmore Vale Arts Trail Is Back and Is Bigger Shaftesbury What's On Books for Architecture Lovers on Sale at Shaftesbury's Oxfam Bargains from Shaftesbury's Cancer Research Shop – One of the Busiest in the South West Shaftesbury Road Closure View from the Hill: Couple f

Sep 3, 2023 • 59:44

The Alfred Daily – 3rd September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 3rd September 2023

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Sep 2, 2023 • 59:54

The Alfred Daily – 2nd September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 2nd September 2023

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Sep 1, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 1st September 2023

The Alfred Daily – 1st September 2023

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Aug 31, 2023 • 1:00:06

The Alfred Daily – 31st August 2023

The Alfred Daily – 31st August 2023

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Aug 30, 2023 • 59:53

The Alfred Daily – 30th August 2023

The Alfred Daily – 30th August 2023

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Aug 29, 2023 • 59:45

The Alfred Daily – 29th August 2023

The Alfred Daily – 29th August 2023

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Aug 28, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 28th August 2023

The Alfred Daily – 28th August 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:  Shaftesbury Firecrew Rescue Horse From River Stour  All The Fun Of Fives Fest – Sunday’s Gasgoigne’s Lane Event Family Fun With The Animals At Madjeston Milk Station Shaftesbury What’s Ons History Expert Praises Shaftesbury Author’s Abbey-Set Novel Bingo Fundraiser For Brothers Who Lost Everything In Caravan Blaze Ludwell Mindfulness Talk From Buddhist Tutor With 50 Years’ Experience Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman And Kathy Taylor Shaftesbury What’s Ons Sh

Aug 27, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 27th August 2023

The Alfred Daily – 27th August 2023

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Aug 26, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 26th August 2023

The Alfred Daily – 26th August 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: 'Better than counselling' Berwick festival boosts ex-services' mental health Blackmore Vale GPs Intend To Sell Frontmell Surgery Meet My Pet - Winston, St James' Cockapoo Walk of the Week- Shermel Gate And Sixpenny Handley Paul Merefields Pub Quiz Shaston Seasonal Reflections  Shaftesbury What's Ons Karen Coles' Book Review - The Silent Man by David Fennell

Aug 25, 2023 • 59:35

The Alfred Daily – 25th August 2023

The Alfred Daily – 25th August 2023

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Aug 24, 2023 • 1:00:13

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The Alfred Daily – 24th August 2023

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Aug 23, 2023 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 23rd August 2023

The Alfred Daily – 23rd August 2023

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Aug 22, 2023 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 22nd August 2023

The Alfred Daily – 22nd August 2023

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Aug 21, 2023 • 59:45

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Aug 20, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 20th August 2023

The Alfred Daily – 20th August 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:  Shaftesbury What's On Life as the Air Ambulance Helicopter Pilot – Shaftesbury Resident Hannah Nobbs Cyclists to Celebrate Mary Emerson-Reed's Life, Riding to Her Favourite Café French Mill Lane Closed for Emergency Repairs Lifetime Achievement Award for Shaftesbury Cricket Legend Terry Warder Motcombe Not-for-Profit Wellness Retreat Opens with Cold Water Therapy Sessions View from the Hill – Verwood Visitors Staying at Holyrood Campsite Kate and Karren Chat over the

Aug 19, 2023 • 59:54

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Aug 18, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 18th August 2023

The Alfred Daily – 18th August 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:  Sadness After Shaftesbury Church Is Burgled- Again Shaftesbury School Head Reacts To ‘A’ Level Results Pound Lane Closure On 31st August Meet The Volunteers Driving Shaftesbury’s Car Link Read Easy North Dorset Appeal For Tutors And Adult Literacy Students Tourism News From Trevor Clemence At The Tourist Info Hub Shaston Season Reflections Shaftesbury Weekend What’s Ons Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street Bookshelf- Fontmell Stories

Aug 17, 2023 • 59:45

The Alfred Daily – 17th August 2023

The Alfred Daily – 17th August 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:    Today on our Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show Special: - Show Secretary: Nick Hill - Businesses: Jim Highnam, MD of BV Dairy - MP: Simon Hoare - Nicky Scourse of the Tweed Boutique, Cann - Most Unusual Food: Ooomami of Bournemouth's Deep Fried Ravioli - Ben Coombes of Dorset SAR Search and Rescue - Fun Food and Farming Marquee with Lucy Peck - Joint Master of South Down Bloodhounds: Jeremy Whaley talks with Kathy Morgan - Lily Smith and Her Rare Breed Pigs - Pauline

Aug 16, 2023 • 1:00:00

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Aug 15, 2023 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 15th August 2023

The Alfred Daily – 15th August 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:  All Change at Fontmell’s Shop - A Service That’s More Secure After Locals Bought the Building. Former Gill and Shaftesbury Showman Sam Braddick Reflects on 70 Years of Attendance. Bach to Brazil – Emily Burridge Previews Her Donhead Cello Concert. Huge Surprise for Shaftesbury Town Band Musician Playing at Salisbury Cathedral Organ. Annabel Turner celebrates one of St James's impressive outdoor spaces. Five Days from Script to Show as Shaftesbury Kids Host Second 'Mus

Aug 14, 2023 • 1:00:01

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Aug 13, 2023 • 59:54

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Aug 12, 2023 • 59:44

The Alfred Daily – 12th August 2023

The Alfred Daily – 12th August 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Police Commissioner Says His Changes Brought Huge Decline in Rural Crime Costs Shaftesbury What's Ons The Best of Melbury and Cann's Producers on Display Today Margaret Millward on Thirty Years Arranging the Horse Section of Gill & Shaftesbury Show Meet My Pet – Mischief the Cat of Great Lane Walk of the Week with Dave Hardiman – Old Wardour Castle My Shaftesbury Paul Merefield's Quiz Karen Cole’s Book Review: ‘Death of a Lesser God’ Soundscape – Jackdaws on Par

Aug 11, 2023 • 1:00:01

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Aug 10, 2023 • 59:56

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Aug 9, 2023 • 59:59

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Aug 8, 2023 • 59:08

The Alfred Daily – 8th August 2023

The Alfred Daily – 8th August 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Diversion Routes Queried After St James’ Locals Sent Through Stur To Reach Shaftesbury YFC Celebrates 90 Years of Sharing Former Members’ Memories Shaftesbury Charity Appeals For Help In Finding Mental Health Grants Compare Today’s Shaftesbury With The Past Using New Town Walking Guide Booklover Wanted To Help Manage Shaftesbury Oxfam New ‘Crowdpuller’ Sheep Shearing Challenge For Gill And Shaftesbury Show View From The Hill – Russian Visitor Dislikes Our Fish ‘n’ Chip

Aug 7, 2023 • 59:48

The Alfred Daily – 7th August 2023

The Alfred Daily – 7th August 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Developer Offers Site For New Melbury Abbas Village Hall Wallpaper Mag Founder Opens Home Style Store In Semley – Names Range After Village Shaftesbury Hospital Is ‘Thriving’ Says Matron  But Staffing Needs Creative Solution Town Council Discuss Refurbishment Of The Mitre Inn Shaston Seasonal Reflection – Signs Of Autumn In Shaftesbury My Shaftesbury- Sophie Lester From The Arts Centre View From The Hill- Visitor From Milan Charity Shop Bargains This Week From Oxfam An

Aug 6, 2023 • 59:43

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Aug 2, 2023 • 59:56

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Aug 1, 2023 • 59:22

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Jul 31, 2023 • 1:00:00

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Jul 30, 2023 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 30th July 2023

The Alfred Daily – 30th July 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Deputy Mayor Amused As National Paper Places Shaftesbury By The Sea Police Witness Appeal After Car Collides With Wall Near Udder Farm Shop The Shaftesbury Man You’ve Seen On Top TV Shows As An ‘Extra’ Kate And Karren Chat Over The Garden Fence Shaftesbury Short Story- Richard Foreman Reads ‘The Royal Wave’ Shaftesbury Wellness Summer Season Ends But Will Return In ‘24 Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaston Seasonal Reflection Lynda Appleby Learns A New Approach For Donhead

Jul 29, 2023 • 59:33

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Jul 28, 2023 • 59:34

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Jul 27, 2023 • 59:40

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Jul 26, 2023 • 59:38

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Jul 25, 2023 • 59:24

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Jul 24, 2023 • 59:48

The Alfred Daily – 24th July 2023

The Alfred Daily – 24th July 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council Warned Shaftesbury Car Park Charges May Rise After Weymouth Protest Landlord Says Lack Of Gillingham Transport Links Need Addressing For Next Fringe Seen ‘The Sixth Commandment?’ Meet The Shaftesbury Woman Who Promoted The Show How Shaftesbury’s Slopes Inspired The Animated BFG Movie Travel Author Shares Stories Of Death Around The World At Semley Talk Shaftesbury What’s Ons Shaftesbury Mental Health Website Saved Huge Response To Shaftesbury Cinem

Jul 23, 2023 • 59:39

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Jul 22, 2023 • 1:00:04

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Jul 21, 2023 • 59:52

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Jul 20, 2023 • 59:49

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Jul 19, 2023 • 1:00:01

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Jul 18, 2023 • 1:00:00

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Jul 17, 2023 • 59:30

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Jul 16, 2023 • 59:49

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Jul 15, 2023 • 59:34

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Jul 14, 2023 • 59:53

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Jul 13, 2023 • 59:43

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Jul 12, 2023 • 1:00:00

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Jul 11, 2023 • 59:52

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Jul 10, 2023 • 59:29

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Jul 9, 2023 • 1:00:01

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The Alfred Daily – 8th July 2023

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Jul 7, 2023 • 59:51

The Alfred Daily – 7th July 2023

The Alfred Daily – 7th July 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Collision closes A30 At Sherborne Causeway Shaftesbury School Boarding House Will Close – Head Confirms Twyford And Fontmell Burglaries – And Dangerous Drugs Stolen From Vets Celtic Challenge As 300 Cyclists Ascend Gold Hill And Ride To Motcombe Shaftesbury What’s Ons For The Weekend Five Years Of Fitness And Friendships- Shaftesbury Walking Group Shaftesbury’s Secret High Street Vineyard - Backbreaking Work To Produce 30 Bottles View From The Hill – Devon And London F

Jul 6, 2023 • 59:50

The Alfred Daily – 6th July 2023

The Alfred Daily – 6th July 2023

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Jul 5, 2023 • 59:49

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Jul 4, 2023 • 59:36

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Jul 3, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 3rd July 2023

The Alfred Daily – 3rd July 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Sixth former Ethan Speed crowned national poetry performance champion. Shaftesbury Rotarians plan a bigger two-day Gold Hill festival next year. Shaftesbury firefighters show festival crowds the unusual kit on their fire engine. Antiquarian map and the book for art and bird lovers - the latest this week at Shaftesbury Oxfam bookshop. Join our Sunday night Shaftesbury swift tour and find out why they are 'amazing.' Shaftesbury mental health campaigner carrie

Jul 2, 2023 • 58:53

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Jul 1, 2023 • 59:30

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Jun 30, 2023 • 1:00:00

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Jun 29, 2023 • 1:00:01

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Jun 28, 2023 • 59:58

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Jun 27, 2023 • 1:00:00

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Jun 26, 2023 • 59:37

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Jun 25, 2023 • 1:00:00

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Jun 24, 2023 • 59:57

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Jun 23, 2023 • 57:51

The Alfred Daily – 23rd June 2023

The Alfred Daily – 23rd June 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Councillor Requests 30mph Zone On A350 From Redrow To Royal Chase Record Number Of Affordable Homes Built In Dorset Last Year - None In Shaftesbury Artist Urges Dorset Council To Return Statue Outside Bell Street Library Tourism Update from Trevor Clements Adrian Ryder's Bell Street Bookshelf - Shaftesbury in the Domesday Book Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Joe Hashman and Sarah English Classic Car Owners Encouraged To Enter Shaftesbury Carnival Fundraiser

Jun 22, 2023 • 0:00

The Alfred Daily – 22nd June 2023

The Alfred Daily – 22nd June 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury to Glasgow charity motorbike round trip departs 1 am Friday Shaston Seasonal Reflections – rain revives meadows Recruitment drive for a project to help shape the future of Shaftesbury Two colleagues of murdered Semley PC Yvonne Fletcher publish a book with new evidence The Secretary of State must sign off on work to fill Park Walk potholes Dorset NHS warns that pharmacy queues will continue without affordable staff accommodation Arts Centre exhibitors host

Jun 21, 2023 • 1:00:01

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Jun 20, 2023 • 59:41

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Jun 19, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 19th June 2023

The Alfred Daily – 19th June 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Motcombe Councillor Shocked at Levels of Sewage Release into Village Stream £3M works upgrade between Shaftesbury and Gill should make Stour cleaner Don't hang up when pocket dialling 999, say Dorset Police Shaftesbury What's Ons Can't get Glastonbury tickets? See former performers on Park Walk, Thursday Latest bargains at Shaftesbury charity shops Twelve months of organ music at St. James' recital this Saturday View from the Hill – Elizabeth from Poole's kids' free vi

Jun 18, 2023 • 1:00:02

The Alfred Daily – 18th June 2023

The Alfred Daily – 18th June 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Low Cost Fashion on The Catwalk At St. Peter's Church Fundraiser Motcombe Fête To Donate Over £9000 For Village Causes Shaston Seasonal reflections - Joe Hashman Shaftesbury School Want employers to help develop pupils' interview skills You have until 30th June to apply for Town Council Grants Big Crowds in Berwick for sunny village fete View from the Hill-Minnesota resident sees Shaftesbury for the first time Early morning midsummer ride will send cyclists to Shaftesb

Jun 17, 2023 • 59:54

The Alfred Daily – 17th June 2023

The Alfred Daily – 17th June 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Abbey Primary Pupils Show Their Outdoor Learning Area To The Public Plan to protect Cranborne Chase's unique chalk streams from pollution agreed MP tells Parliament Zig Zag Hill Is Britain's 'Bendiest' Road Meet My Pet - Lizzie Wildman and Harvey My Shaftesbury – Steve Hodgson, Shaftesbury's longest-serving shopkeeper View from the Hill – Californian's tracing Shaftesbury-area roots Paul Merefield's Quiz Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Joe Hashman Shaftesbury weekend wh

Jun 16, 2023 • 59:47

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Jun 15, 2023 • 1:00:01

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Jun 14, 2023 • 59:13

The Alfred Daily – 14th June 2023

The Alfred Daily – 14th June 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Developer Loses Appeal For 45 Motcombe Homes Because Of Flood Risk Mayor's Call For Voluntary Support Brings £1,000 Donation For St James' Gardeners Motcombe Councillor Plans To Research Stories Of Villagers On War Memorial Arts, Crafts And A Good Yarn – Book Now For Gutchpool's Making and Writing Classes View from the Hill - A Couple From 'The Hilly Part Of The Netherlands' Visit Shaftesbury Shaftesbury Fire Crew Rehearse Guy's Marsh Prison Rescue MP Asked For Support

Jun 13, 2023 • 59:29

The Alfred Daily – 13th June 2023

The Alfred Daily – 13th June 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Persimmon's estate plans – fewer houses, hotel and care home and uncertainty over new school Police seek witnesses after early morning Grosvenor Hotel burglary. Lloyds ends 109-year Shaftesbury relationship - East Knoyle's David Webster is the final customer. 'Consolidation' is Peter Wildman's goal as the new Shaftesbury Abbey Chairman. Shaston seasonal reflections - Joe Hashman watches 'an invertebrate grand prix.' Maltings Garden Guru Jan Walls. Motcombe's Sue Hollis

Jun 12, 2023 • 59:47

The Alfred Daily – 12th June 2023

The Alfred Daily – 12th June 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: North Dorset MP Simon Hoare Defends Controversial Expenses Claim As 'Honest Mistake' Motcombe Remembers Military Event With Meal, Music And Major Johnston Shaftesbury Refugee Group Now Helping 200 people - AGM report Plans for 30-metre mobile mast receive poor reception from Ashmore villagers My Shaftesbury - Artist Jess Simms Charity Shop Bargains From Oxfam, Weldmar And Cancer Research, Shaftesbury Shaftesbury what’s ons Shaston Seasonal Reflections – Joe Hashman

Jun 11, 2023 • 59:52

The Alfred Daily – 11th June 2023

The Alfred Daily – 11th June 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Don’t mind the gaps – Shaftesbury market organiser explains stall spacing View from the hill- Shaftesbury is ‘stupendous’ says trio from Stroud Meet the Motcombe fete stallholders Motcombe schoolkids to sing to the archbishop of Canterbury Kate and Karren chat ‘over the garden fence’ National newspaper features Shaftesbury Lido Shaftesbury what’s ons Donhead exhibition reveals how villagers are nurturing nature Short story – Louella Hamer’s ‘Keep on Running’

Jun 10, 2023 • 59:58

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Jun 9, 2023 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 9th June 2023

The Alfred Daily – 9th June 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Poster found in thatched cottage gives glimpse into 18th century Shaftesbury nightlife North Dorset councillor calls for action on dog mess following lack of enforcement revelation Visitor elated as Shaftesbury tourism hub resolves deflated camp bed crisis Shaston's seasonal reflections: Red Valerian and oxide daisy Welly wanging and crockery smashing - traditional highlights of Saturday’s Semley's fete View from the hill - Shaftesbury tempts Weymouth visitors Art pylo

Jun 8, 2023 • 59:58

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Jun 7, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 7th June 2023

The Alfred Daily – 7th June 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: New Compton Airfield boss on future plans and Spitfires flying here tomorrow Police say thefts at Grosvenor and from cars 'not necessarily connected'  Channel 5 will film Shaftesbury's high market – with 100 traders this Saturday Motcombe's classic English cottage garden will open for a church fundraiser Farnfields donate £3000 to Shaftesbury breast cancer charity  View from the hill - Former Shaftesbury schoolboy returns. Local Orangutan volunteer will share Borneo ai

Jun 6, 2023 • 59:54

The Alfred Daily – 6th June 2023

The Alfred Daily – 6th June 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what's ons Agreement to open Coombe House pool for local clubs expected today Bell Street church removes roof netting after bird deaths New song celebrating Shaftesbury, one of two debuts at Abbey outdoor concert Maltings gardener Jan Walls with watering time-saving tips Boutique bargains, cakes, and a carriage ride as Berwick fete aims for an £11k target Shaftesbury, Motcombe, and Fontmell academy operator adds 18th school Record traders and visitors expec

Jun 5, 2023 • 1:00:02

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Jun 4, 2023 • 59:57

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Jun 3, 2023 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 3rd June 2023

The Alfred Daily – 3rd June 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons Motcombe Fete organisers expect 3,000 visitors next Saturday Dorset Council asks MPs to request fairer government funding for county roads Lamppost-based EV chargers will present a challenge in Dorset Art to make you happy – Sandy Roberts' Shaftesbury exhibition Joe Hashman's Shaston seasonal reflections Meet My Pet – Mollie and astrologer owner Claire Martin – hounds have horoscopes! View from the Hill – London couple worry about our Airbnbs Pau

Jun 2, 2023 • 59:44

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Jun 1, 2023 • 59:45

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May 31, 2023 • 58:37

The Alfred Daily – 31st May 2023

The Alfred Daily – 31st May 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Council reverses Shaftesbury Library cutback plan following local opposition. Shaftesbury businesses have a good chance of winning Dorset business awards, says Chamber CEO. Less attractive buy-to-let is affecting Shaftesbury rental market - Matt Boatwright. Parking permits could make seaside, shopping, or work trips cheaper - but there are Shaftesbury restrictions. Tributes to James Saumarez from Motcombe locals and in his own words. Shaftesbury what's on. View

May 30, 2023 • 59:09

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May 29, 2023 • 59:45

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May 28, 2023 • 59:59

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May 27, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 27th May 2023

The Alfred Daily – 27th May 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Abbey Primary pupils go Victorian to celebrate school’s 150th Shaftesbury holiday weekend events Monthly Porsche meet ups start in Compton Local art on sale at today's hospital fair No trains in North Dorset next Friday Defashion Dorset - Why vintage clothes fans are prepared to pay more Paul Merefield's quiz Meet my Pet - Eileen and her dogs in the trolley Walk of the Week - Chicksgrove to Swallowcliffe Joe Hashman’s seasonal reflections ‘A Game of Deceit’ by Tim Glis

May 26, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 26th May 2023

The Alfred Daily – 26th May 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Witness appeal following a three-car crash that closed the A350 A cyclist pedals from Lyon to Shaftesbury to see a penpal and raise diabetes cash Anything goes with Motcombe's annual scarecrow contest Bell Street car park closed by fire crew after an electric charger fire Tourism information hub update - Trevor Clements Semley, Donhead, Berwick, and Ludwell refuse collection will now accept items with batteries Strike set to suspend train service through Gillingham and

May 25, 2023 • 59:49

The Alfred Daily – 25th May 2023

The Alfred Daily – 25th May 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: GP shares challenges revealing One-fifth of Abbey View blood test patients are ‘no shows’ Shaftesbury mental health charity founders put themselves up for auction Semley’s potholed roads could increase accident risk warns parish chair and Station Rd flooding is investigated Jeanette and Jackie on scrap books and Shaftesbury’s old fair ground No North Dorset communities considered for 20mph yet- but Shaftesbury’s bid is in Dorset CPRE suggest solar panels over car park

May 24, 2023 • 58:50

The Alfred Daily – 24th May 2023

The Alfred Daily – 24th May 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Amber wildfire warning has been issued for Dorset, including Shaftesbury, until weekend. Government gives Dorset £200,000 to tackle drugs and save lives. Joe Hashman's nature notes - swooping St James' blackbirds. Shaftesbury area events for the Bank Holiday weekend. AONB replace walking week with a season of guided strolls. National Theatre's 'Life of Pi' roars into Shaftesbury Arts Centre. View from the Hill - visitors from Weston-super-Mare. Morris Men from Norfolk

May 23, 2023 • 59:14

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May 22, 2023 • 59:53

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May 21, 2023 • 59:56

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May 20, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 20th May 2023

The Alfred Daily – 20th May 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Glyphosate spraying on Gold Hill breaches Town Council ban Shaftesbury what's ons Town Band debut new and complex piece at Sunday’s concert Three grant funds invite applications from Shaftesbury projects New folk night launches in Shaftesbury Meet my Pet - Jane and Cody her Japanese breed Butterfly expert leads Sunday spotting walk Walk of the Week - Dave Ford scales Hambledon Hill Shaftesbury in Bloom needs help on Sunday Joe Hashman on weedkiller chemicals in Shaftes

May 19, 2023 • 59:19

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May 18, 2023 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 18th May 2023

The Alfred Daily – 18th May 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Tenants call time on Shaftesbury pub Shaftesbury to Glasgow and back on a bike in 24 hours for cancer fundraiser Donhead woman to appear in a nude calendar for charity Abbey Primary plans a 150th birthday and a Park Walk car boot sale Town hall recruiting macebearers for civic occasions Shaftesbury What's Ons Shaftesbury jobs India-inspired artwork adds colour to Shaftesbury gallery Jackie and Jeanette reminisce about '60s life in Fontmell - scrapbooks Soundscape - A c

May 17, 2023 • 1:00:00

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May 16, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 16th May 2023

The Alfred Daily – 16th May 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury’s 'strong, brave, beautiful' breast cancer survivors release an empowering book  Town Council picks next mayor tonight- and councillors' attendance record revealed  Plaque honouring much-loved school head Tony Selwood 'would bring tears to his eyes'. Gardening with Jan Walls – Magnificent clematis on The Maltings My Shaftesbury – Jo Felton tells us why our town is perfect View from the hill- Cheltenham visitors enjoy pampering at The Grosvenor More top come

May 15, 2023 • 59:41

The Alfred Daily – 15th May 2023

The Alfred Daily – 15th May 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Sunshine brings out riders for Shaftesbury Rotary's Prostate Cancer Cycle Circuit Shaftesbury what's ons Insight into Edwardian Shaftesbury area village life this Thursday Coolest new items at Oxfam Bookshop and Weldmar Hospice Care Why the Saturday Market pleased Cranborne's owner Karen King Town council unhappy with plan for fill-in house on Coppice St Boobs Light up Shaftesbury with their Moonwalk for Breast Cancer Awareness Joe Hashman's Shaston Seasonal Reflection

May 14, 2023 • 59:53

The Alfred Daily – 14th May 2023

The Alfred Daily – 14th May 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Weekend What's Ons Thirteen-year wait for Dorset National Grid upgrade could impact the electric vehicle rollout Organiser pleased with the response to the first Shaftesbury artisan market trial United Nations - Motcombe celebrates Eurovision Hospital Friends announce Spring Fair and quilt raffle for diabetes eye care 95-year-old Ted Gibbs' Memories - Prisoners of War, winter snow, and the Shaftesbury show Dorset Mind supports mental health with Monday Libr

May 13, 2023 • 59:11

The Alfred Daily – 13th May 2023

The Alfred Daily – 13th May 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Council leader wants to sell more buildings and land Event will share plans for Shaftesbury holistic wellbeing centre Shaftesbury Young Farmers seek former members ahead of 90th birthday Meet My Pet- Serenity and her service dog, Kingston - he supports her with PTSD Paul Merefield's Pub Quiz Shaston Seasonal Reflections - Joe Hashman Soft soul sounds in a spiritual setting – Hummingbird play at Shaftesbury Abbey Garden View from the Hill – Liverpool friends love

May 12, 2023 • 57:21

The Alfred Daily – 12th May 2023

The Alfred Daily – 12th May 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: North Dorset Councillor Re-elected as Dorset Council Chair Shaftesbury's new street market plans, including future parking plans Flour power - Cann's flour mill opens to visitors Shaftesbury weekend what's on 'Hidden' Shaftesbury lakeside gardens open this week Dorset Council considers its own wind power projects with a £5M fund View from the hill - Kiwi visitor's first glimpse of Gold Hill From Stalin to Italian - Florence-inspired café opens in the former Motcombe ri

May 11, 2023 • 59:25

The Alfred Daily – 11th May 2023

The Alfred Daily – 11th May 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury area what's ons for today and the weekend Shaftesbury firefighters fight thatched pub blaze Tributes to former Compton Airfield pilot killed in road crash SAST director - Significant drop in student numbers prompted Shaftesbury boarding house closure plan Shaston seasonal reflections - bluebells on Castle Hill Shaftesbury area job vacancies Tisbury and Gillingham train disruption tomorrow and Saturday Catching up with Shaftesbury coast path runner Katie Ayl

May 10, 2023 • 59:29

The Alfred Daily – 10th May 2023

The Alfred Daily – 10th May 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: MP says he will help save the Shaftesbury School Boarding House, but he hasn’t been asked  Shaftesbury What's Ons Free local food and drink tasters at Thursday's official tourism hub opening A strike means that there will be no trains through Tisbury or Gillingham on Saturday Dorset Council recommend approval for developments opposed by Motcombe, Shaftesbury and Melbury councils  Motcombe Council faces restrictions as too few councillors are voted in by villagers Grosv

May 9, 2023 • 59:21

The Alfred Daily – 9th May 2023

The Alfred Daily – 9th May 2023

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May 8, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 8th May 2023

The Alfred Daily – 8th May 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s ons Former Kings Arms landlord reflects on the Shaftesbury pub’s closure Compton resident unveils plaque to commemorate king’s coronation  Sam Burton scaled three of Britain’s tallest peaks in 23 hours for Shaftesbury mental health charity  My Shaftesbury- Current Fringe Chair Rob Neely on why he loves our town View from the hill – Westbury couple consider relocating after Shaftesbury visit Kids and parents praise for St James’ Park refurb- a project

May 7, 2023 • 58:12

The Alfred Daily – 7th May 2023

The Alfred Daily – 7th May 2023

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May 6, 2023 • 59:46

The Alfred Daily – 6th May 2023

The Alfred Daily – 6th May 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what’s on At last- Shaftesbury’s problematic car park payment machines will be replaced Donhead residents’ Friday party starts a weekend of Coronation celebration Ring in the Reign: Group ring St Peters’ Bells to announce Charles' Coronation Shaftesbury trio scale England’s highest mountain to promote mental health charity Paul Merefield’s Quiz Old Wardour Castle makes top-ten ‘must visit list’ Curtain falls on Fontmell’s moviola film nights Shaston seasona

May 5, 2023 • 1:00:04

The Alfred Daily – 5th May 2023

The Alfred Daily – 5th May 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Council raises care charges, hoping it will boost worker pay  New video wall to help visitors, food tasting for locals at Shaftesbury Tourism Hub  Shaston seasonal reflections - Joe Hashman on bluebells  Shaftesbury Chamber surprises High Street Coronation Window Contest winners Shaftesbury Deli's Coronation Quiche a hit but one ingredient is hard to find Weather looks OK as Jamarca prepare to headline Shaftesbury's Coronation Celebration  Italian entrepreneur b

May 4, 2023 • 58:06

The Alfred Daily – 4th May 2023

The Alfred Daily – 4th May 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Politics over safety claim as Dorset Council rejects lower Fontmell speed limit Shaftesbury What's Ons and Coronation events  How Wiltshire Council hopes to be carbon neutral a decade before Dorset Guys Marsh Teacher starts prostate cancer support group  Shaftesbury Twinning visits Lindlar and learns how German boys declare love interests First Swifts and Swallows of Summer: Reports from Motcombe and Enmore Green Jackie and Jeanette reminisce about spring cleaning View

May 3, 2023 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 3rd May 2023

The Alfred Daily – 3rd May 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town Council prioritises work to tackle slippery St James’ ‘ski slope’ path TV chef rates Shaftesbury chip shop amongst her best dining experiences Shaftesbury theatregoers get the chance to ask Henry VIII anything Saving Shaftesbury’s High Street - Thoughts from commercial property lawyer Julian Alahakoon, 60 years of the Wessex Group - Founder Tony Morgan View from the Hill - South Carolina visitors Insights on TV’s ‘The Crown’ and the coronation from Prince Charles'

May 2, 2023 • 59:57

The Alfred Daily – 2nd May 2023

The Alfred Daily – 2nd May 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Hundreds visit Shaftesbury Arts Centre for £3m appeal launch Pop-up pub for Fontmell on Friday Shaftesbury what’s ons Shaftesbury couple expand adult care business because Council provision 'on its knees' Why Shaftesbury should consider antique specialism - John Morgan View from the Hill - French visitor loves Shaftesbury Shaftesbury what's ons Margaret Cluett meets Ansty's May Day Queen Shaston seasonal reflections - Joe Hashman Jan Walls' gardening advice Short story

May 1, 2023 • 59:54

The Alfred Daily – 1st May 2023

The Alfred Daily – 1st May 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Saving devices you thought unfixable – Shaftesbury’s new repair shop My Shaftesbury – Jeanette Hardiman meets Lizie Wildman Guy Ritchie offers new home for Compton Parish Council Compton Council supports outdoor kitchen building workshop at airfield ‘Magical’ Arts Centre play about bereavement will help kids cope with loss Shaftesbury charity shop bargains this week Shaftesbury architecture with Phil Proctor - Tout Hill and the Lion’s Mouth

Apr 30, 2023 • 59:12

The Alfred Daily – 30th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 30th April 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Enmore Green's Oldest Mayday Performer Prepares for Celebration Why Eco Campaigners will put up a big, green pyramid outside Shaftesbury Town Hall History repeats – powerful WW2-set Ukrainian film moves Shaftesbury audience to tears Kate Pickard and Karren Burkett chat ‘over the garden fence’ about HSBC closing. Shaftesbury what's ons A variety of images to vote for in Shaftesbury photographic exhibition Shaftesbury writer Richard Foreman's short story ‘Tentacles’

Apr 29, 2023 • 59:50

The Alfred Daily – 29th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 29th April 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury school head says latest 'good' Ofsted is better than last time Menacing mail sent to Shaftesbury mum of Hong Kong rights campaigner Compton, Melbury and Fontmell councillor promoted to Dorset Council cabinet Meet my Pet - Karen Chapman and Chester Shaftesbury property with Matt Boatwright - Digitally dressing homes Paul Merefield's quiz Karen Cole reviews ‘No Place to Hide’ by JS Monroe Arts Centre news from Charlie Hamilton Shaftesbury weekend what's ons

Apr 28, 2023 • 59:40

The Alfred Daily – 28th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 28th April 2023

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Apr 27, 2023 • 1:00:05

The Alfred Daily – 27th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 27th April 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Haftesbury's Abbey Primary School mourns beloved former headteacher Peter Meacham. Donhead Eco activist Richard Eccleston returns from four-day protest in London. Shaftesbury clinches top five spot in 'Most Beautiful UK Towns' on YouTube channel. Shaftesbury’s 'Pee and tea' journey-breaking tourism brings 'roaring' trade. Trevor Clements presents our weekly update from the tourist information hub inside Morrison's Daily. Shaftesbury's Chamber of Commerce to decorate va

Apr 26, 2023 • 59:57

The Alfred Daily – 26th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 26th April 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Watchdog report praises HMP Guys Marsh staff, but contraband remains a problem New Shaftesbury antique shop to host inaugural sale on Saturday Shaftesbury gathers for annual ANZAC Day service on Park Walk Dorset Council to host highway concerns drop-in event on 1 June Coroner seeks next of kin for 91-year-old Simon Prattley from Shaftesbury Shaston seasonal reflections - hawthorn and 'killer crows' Town Meeting addresses pedestrianisation and empty shop concerns New te

Apr 25, 2023 • 59:05

The Alfred Daily – 25th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 25th April 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Primary School faces parental protest over pupils cleaning faeces from toilet walls Shaftesbury FC Ladies team win Dorset Women's League title Your chance to view and support Shaftesbury Art Centre's £3m refurbishment Shaston Seasonal Reflections - our daily nature diary Shaftesbury area open studios joining Wylye Valley Arts Trail from Saturday Forest of Dean visitors enjoyed Shaftesbury's Gold Hill Museum Jan Walls' gardening advice from The Maltings Spri

Apr 24, 2023 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 24th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 24th April 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Sunday street market draws crowds as organiser plans food festival Shaftesbury Abbey visitors react to emergency text test Shaftesbury seasonal reflections - wildflowers and weeds with Joe Hashman New pamphlet shares tragic wartime story of Enmore Green family Discover the healing power of herbs with herbalist Julie Wood at Shaftesbury Abbey workshops Latest bargains at Shaftesbury charity shops View from the hill - Jane and Peter from Sturminster Marshall

Apr 23, 2023 • 59:50

The Alfred Daily – 23rd April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 23rd April 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury marathon runner questions train safety following chaos at Gillingham Food for thought-Monday meal and movie session start in Shaftesbury Donhead artists collaborate to showcase work in Wylye Valley Art Trail Coronation theme for four villages fete next month Shaftesbury What’s Ons Kate and Karren chat ‘Over the Garden Fence’ about today's emergency alert Sarah English reads ‘A Little Invention’ View from the Hill - Visitor from Beaulieu Shaston Seasonal Ref

Apr 22, 2023 • 59:55

The Alfred Daily – 22nd April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 22nd April 2023

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Apr 21, 2023 • 59:53

The Alfred Daily – 21st April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 21st April 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what’s ons Dorset Council officials are ‘dinosaurs’ for dated Dinah’s Hollow plans, says Melbury councillor Shaftesbury man to open a town centre gym in former St John HQ Environmental award for Semley's parish church Wrong sort of fuel? Latest excuse for North Dorset rail disruption Shaftesbury Tourism Hub update from Trevor Clements How Shaftesbury's local government has changed – Mike Simms' memories of the Council HQ on Bimport From bookshelf to doorste

Apr 20, 2023 • 59:52

The Alfred Daily – 20th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 20th April 2023

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Apr 19, 2023 • 59:33

The Alfred Daily – 19th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 19th April 2023

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Apr 18, 2023 • 58:00

The Alfred Daily – 18th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 18th April 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury breast cancer charity to benefit from 18th Farnfields golf day Three agricultural buildings can be converted into five new Motcombe homes What’s the town council debating tonight? Katie Aylward to run coast path to honour dad, Chris, and support cancer charity that helped Shaftesbury’s third wellness fair this Sunday offers diverse range of practices Gardening expert Jan Walls reports from The Maltings What’s on this weekend in Shaftesbury and the villages?

Apr 17, 2023 • 59:57

The Alfred Daily – 17th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 17th April 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Solar farm and battery companies will give £220k to Motcombe village projects Balaclava-clad men ram couple's car during attempted robbery in Gillingham Tony Morgan on Shaftesbury Rotary Club's 60 years of success and progress Residents share observations of seasonal changes in Shaftesbury countryside View from the hill - Louise from Brighton hopes to find charity shop bargains Shaftesbury shopkeeper to teach most in-demand craft skills in weekly workshops What's new o

Apr 16, 2023 • 59:55

The Alfred Daily – 16th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 16th April 2023

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Apr 15, 2023 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 15th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 15th April 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Make friends at The Mitre with free cuppas and biscuits on Wednesdays Melbury and Motcombe councils discuss littering - and councillor calls for cameras 'Meet My Pet' - Sharon Horsman and Cassie Shaftesbury what's on Paul Merefield's Quiz Shaftesbury woman lands Porsche GB TV tryout to boost Women's visibility in motorsports 'My Shaftesbury' - Jerome Swan Walk of the week - Ashmore with Dave Hardiman Karen Cole's Book Recommends - 'Shining People' by Michael Groathouse

Apr 14, 2023 • 1:00:12

The Alfred Daily – 14th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 14th April 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Guy Ritchie's airfield vision praised by Melbury councillor who expects aircraft noise reduction Shaftesbury resident shines on BBC1's Pointless Redruth visitor raves about our town Antiques dealer's Shaftesbury town centre property hits the market for £3.2 million! Job vacancy: wanted- parish clerk for Fontmell Magna Himalayan peaks to Dorset's shoreline and Win Green grasses: Art Centre Gallery shows how Alan Booth views the world Shaftesbury rail watchdog disappoint

Apr 13, 2023 • 59:40

The Alfred Daily – 13th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 13th April 2023

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Apr 12, 2023 • 59:50

The Alfred Daily – 12th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 12th April 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Plans for Local, Distinctive Shaftesbury High Street Market Revealed, Expected to Attract 4,000 Visitors Motcombe's Water Infrastructure Can't Handle More Homes, Warns Councillor as Foul Water Backs Up Through Toilets Queuing Antique Hunters from as Far as Hampshire Expected at Annual Melbury Sale Compulsive Card Game Encourages Competitive Streak Amongst Retired Shaftesbury Residents Wine Tasting and Family Picnic Planned for Motcombe's Coronation Weekend "View from t

Apr 11, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 11th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 11th April 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town councillors oppose concessions removing affordable home condition on planned Enmore Court estate. Shaftesbury's free clothing exchange offers sustainable fashion for tots to teens. Maltings garden guru Jan Walls - how egg boxes and milk containers can enhance your gardening. Winter warm hubs end, but  Fontmell's free food will continue Grove Arms job vacancy. Under-18s football recruitment night at Donhead Sports Club this evening. Shaftesbury photographer offers

Apr 10, 2023 • 59:14

The Alfred Daily – 10th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 10th April 2023

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Apr 9, 2023 • 59:42

The Alfred Daily – 9th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 9th April 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: North Dorset Police appeal for witnesses following Shaftesbury burglary Probus Club of Shaftesbury to fold after 30 years - Melbury historian to speak at final meeting Protecting rare toads and newts: Shaftesbury councillors back Foyle Hill signs Off-road vehicles threaten tranquil wooded Shaftesbury footpath Shaftesbury's Castle Hill welcomes Jazzercise in annual free exercise programme Sourdough success: Shaftesbury embraces Bruton baked goods pop-up Seasonal snapsh

Apr 8, 2023 • 1:00:03

The Alfred Daily – 8th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 8th April 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Stylish map giveaway to launch Shaftesbury's hi-tech new tourism hub  Wildflowers in bloom ahead of the bluebells - Rachel Diment  Two-day Shaftesbury Sustainable Clothing Festival takes a stand against fast fashion  Meet my pet: Suzie and her dachshunds  Shaftesbury's campsite owners confident about season despite weather uncertainties  Paul Merefield's pub quiz  Shaftesbury's Easter weekend what's ons  Shaftesbury road closures  Easter arts brighten Shaftesbury hospi

Apr 7, 2023 • 59:56

The Alfred Daily – 7th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 7th April 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Ashmore wildlife expert delighted to receive King's coronation invitation Springhead Trust plan to use lake to heat buildings John and Margaret Cluett remember Good Friday traditions with North Dorset dialect poetry Adrian Ryder's bookshelf - why Shaftesbury's founder Alfred really was great We check out the choice of Easter eggs available in Shaftesbury including locally-made and fair trade What's on this weekend and the week ahead Road closures next week: Dinah's Hol

Apr 6, 2023 • 59:08

The Alfred Daily – 6th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 6th April 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Court finds Shaftesbury livestock haulier guilty of causing injury to Lucky Shaftesbury carpenter survives terrifying ordeal as falling tree crushes car Shaftesbury Abbey hosts free pilgrimage event on Good Friday Shaftesbury seasonal reflections with Joe Hashman and Sarah English View from the Hill - Southampton residents visit Shaftesbury  for fourth time this year Why Shaftesbury Bowling Club is a vibrant social hub for residents of all ages Shaftesbury Town Council

Apr 5, 2023 • 1:00:08

The Alfred Daily – 5th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 5th April 2023

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Apr 4, 2023 • 59:36

The Alfred Daily – 4th April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 4th April 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Semley antiques dealer to appear on BBC One's Antiques Road Trip. Dorset councillor seething over lack of funding for bus service improvements - Shaftesbury Council could be asked to chip in.  Culinary expert Laura Bartram opens cookery school in Motcombe. Joe Hashman chronicles the changing seasons of Shaftesbury.  Author writing about pre-Saxon Shaftesbury visits Abbey. Crafts, toys, gifts, and Romanian food - two-day Shaftesbury charity market starts Good Friday.  L

Apr 3, 2023 • 59:54

The Alfred Daily – 3rd April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 3rd April 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Eurovision Song Contest screening for Ukrainians and locals at Motcombe's Memorial Hall TV acoustic experts fix echoey din that disrupted Shaftesbury restaurant diners Shaftesbury Cricket Club launches All Stars programme for young players with focus on fair play 70 teenagers race around Shaftesbury town centre on treasure hunt Motcombe's Gutchpool Farm showcases sustainable farming practices and hidden historical landmarks Shaftesbury's charity shops offer treasures f

Apr 2, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 2nd April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 2nd April 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Fundraiser walking across UK wearing speedos enjoys warm welcome in Motcombe Fashion chain calls time on Shaftesbury store Dorset Council accepting applications for cost-of-living help this Tuesday Celebrations between the showers as Abbey opens new extension Ballroom dancing Donhead couple share their story with Lynda Appleby Kate and Karren chat ‘over the garden fence’ about the anxiety of being forced offline Shaftesbury writer Tiggy Hayes reads ‘Amazonian Di

Apr 1, 2023 • 1:00:02

The Alfred Daily – 1st April 2023

The Alfred Daily – 1st April 2023

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Mar 31, 2023 • 59:54

The Alfred Daily – 31st March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 31st March 2023

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Mar 30, 2023 • 1:00:12

The Alfred Daily – 30th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 30th March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury veteran who begged for amputation to stop pain picked for Invictus Games Museums reopen Saturday: Gold Hill shares local family's story, Shaftesbury Abbey unveils improved amenities Dorset planners urged to provide more support to public in making sustainable changes to listed properties Hamper and homeware sale at Virginia Hayward's Littledown location in Shaftesbury this Saturday Pets unite printmakers from North East and South West in Shaftesbury A

Mar 29, 2023 • 59:56

The Alfred Daily – 29th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 29th March 2023

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Mar 28, 2023 • 1:00:26

The Alfred Daily – 28th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 28th March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: The Alfred Daily is a 60-minute radio programme for Shaftesbury and the surrounding area, being broadcast 7 days-a-week. On today's Alfred Daily: Shaftesbury Schoolfriends raise funeral costs for much-loved dad-of-seven Trials should determine best day for Shaftesbury weekend street market Community use of mothballed Fontmell surgery could cost £45k annually, parish council told Shaftesbury jobs- cafe barista and laundry assistant Maltings Garden guru Jan Walls on aspa

Mar 27, 2023 • 56:25

The Alfred Daily – 27th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 27th March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Objectors remain unconvinced as Lower Blandford Road  developers amend plans again Fontmell residents at risk as drivers speed through at five times Dorset's average rate Shaftesbury's passport ownership below national average - census reveals local nationality diversity Boarding school midnight feast for audience at Shaftesbury Arts Centre's spring play Cot, left-handed golf clubs and vintage Disney book in French - in Shaftesbury charity shops today Town Council choo

Mar 26, 2023 • 59:27

The Alfred Daily – 26th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 26th March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury creative writing festival to return in 2024 following successful debut Semley Olympian awarded grant and elected to represent athletes Porsche-owners convoy sets off from Shaftesbury No ghost, but gaps in knowledge as landlord traces The Rising Sun’s story Gospel performance offers new challenge for Enmore Green singers Kate and Karren chat about the strange items appearing in Kate’s garden View from the hill – Petersfield visitor loves our pretty town Sund

Mar 25, 2023 • 1:00:02

The Alfred Daily – 25th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 25th March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Explained - the odd sound of Shaftesbury’s church bells on Friday Pooling resources - Shaftesbury’s lido hires help from Riversmeet Shaftesbury’s literary festival final day preview Shaftesbury what's ons Influential website says we’re the eighth best town in Dorset Walk of the week with Sheila Messer - Judge Wyndham's oak Meet my Pet - John and Liz Lewer and greyhound Bee Charlie Hamilton's Arts Centre update Karen Cole’s book review Paul Merefield’s pub quiz Visitors

Mar 24, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 24th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 24th March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Council Climate emergency statement challenged by couple questioning science Grosvenor Arms to trial sourdough sales with pop-up bakery Special Motcombe yoga sessions to alleviate menopause symptoms Former Udder Farm Shop manager takes on Shaftesbury area pub Motcombe teacher shares pandemic poetry book at writing festival Kids' bicycle skills challenge for Shaftesbury Rotary cancer fundraiser Shaftesbury resident John Parker considers 20mph limit demands D

Mar 23, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 23rd March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 23rd March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Themed street market and activity weekends – Shaftesbury High Street think tank’s idea From roofing to Ricotta- Matt Alner’s new pizza pop-up joins Donhead sports club’s reboot Claire Booth – the Shaftesbury office worker with a teenage fan following in the States and Japan Compton Airfield boss offers insight into new look, later opening café Jackie and Jeanette reminisce about 60s and 70s Fontmell Help Shaftesbury’s 2024 snowdrop display – ideas from Rachel Diment Vi

Mar 22, 2023 • 58:53

The Alfred Daily – 22nd March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 22nd March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: C13 and A350 no longer considered as main M4 to Poole link Fontmell Magna opposes housing proposal and claims stronger opposition case Shaftesbury Library volunteers pick and deliver books to your doorstep for free Set sail with Shaftesbury Arts Centre's youth performers in nautical plays on April 1st Expert crime novel reviewer will share advice at Shaftesbury's first-ever writing festival Cutting-edge collectibles: Semley antique experts on cutlery must-buys Fontmell

Mar 21, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 21st March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 21st March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Town councillor proposes bus gate compromise to keep both sides happy Dorset Council refuses Tesco's plan to compete with Shaftesbury high street trader Dorset Council gives grants to Shaftesbury hot food scheme and Abbey's historic video The media storm when spiritual author said Shaftesbury was the centre of the earth Motcombe shop report - the man who brings freshly baked cakes Jan Walls' gardening from the Maltings More A30 road closures through Donhead The author

Mar 20, 2023 • 59:44

The Alfred Daily – 20th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 20th March 2023

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Mar 19, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 19th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 19th March 2023

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Mar 18, 2023 • 53:59

The Alfred Daily – 18th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 18th March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Council rejects Fontmell Council's village pub bid application Shaftesbury High Street market trader appears on national TV Urgent appeal as Shaftesbury mental health group told to vacate premises Paul Merefield's pub quiz Meet my pet: Shaftesbury Alsatian owner Paul Walk of the Week - Dave Greenman's Arthurian Legends destination Holloway expert on why Dinah's Hollow and Semley Hollow are special Shaftesbury events guide Karen Cole reviews spy thriller 'The Cas

Mar 17, 2023 • 59:48

The Alfred Daily – 17th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 17th March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Council officials tour Shaftesbury market to assess pedestrianisation potential. Abbey Schoolkids give top marks to new St James' playpark after preview viewing. Lisbon energy company set to light-up Motcombe and reduce shop costs. Discover what's on in Shaftesbury. Shaftesbury schoolboy represents our town in Rotary cooking contest. Explore Adrian Ryder's bookshelf on Ashmore and old farming ways. Somerset visitors rate the town in "View from the Hill". Join Li

Mar 16, 2023 • 59:04

The Alfred Daily – 16th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 16th March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: 30-room Shaftesbury care home – yours for £1.1 M Park Walk vandalism will cost Shaftesbury Town Council £600 Guys Marsh Prison café won’t reopen Why you’ll see dozens of cyclists around Shaftesbury this Saturday AONB's Shaftesbury Drop-in - how to spot orchids and identify trees Dorset Chamber CEO says budget sensible, MP Simon Hoare welcomes pothole cash The mystery of the flashing Compton Abbas light Donhead United host second Air Ambulance fundraiser Jackie and Jack

Mar 15, 2023 • 1:00:11

The Alfred Daily – 15th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 15th March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Proposed Motcombe Estate development raises fear of flooding and fatalities among locals Dorset Council seeks landowners interested in selling for housing developments Shaftesbury's secret tunnels and Thomas Hardy's heart feature in 'Real Dorset' book Cann sailor to run London Marathon in support of brave RNLI crews East Londoner raves about friendly locals in Shaftesbury's 'View from the Hill' Dorset Council offers sign language contact for enhanced accessibility Font

Mar 14, 2023 • 59:49

The Alfred Daily – 14th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 14th March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Coombe House turns a corner, but councillors begin to question costs Expert will share the gripping tale of a fleeing king in Gold Hill Museum talk Former Motcombe pupil returns to manage The Mitre ahead of refurb Snow and St Patrick's Day plans - Maltings gardener Jan Walls Shaftesbury what's ons Dorset Police won't tolerate misogyny as national report reveals complaints about staff From Oxford Street to our High Street - top window decorator brightens Shaftesbury sho

Mar 13, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 13th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 13th March 2023

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Mar 12, 2023 • 59:52

The Alfred Daily – 12th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 12th March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what's ons The Maltings’ summertime holiday project chosen for national study From a family of writers: Shaftesbury author will inspire creatives at festival Renowned jazz performer plays ‘special’ Saxophone at Donhead Gig Explore the wonders of the universe: Stargazing under Donhead’s dark skies   Kate and Karren chat about Castle Hill’s new picnic benches   Shaftesbury schoolgirls Stars Appeal Easter Hamper fundraiser   View from the hill – Visitor from R

Mar 11, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 11th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 11th March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury reconfirms commitment to fair trade with new signage and flyers  Motcombe councillor urges villagers to use or lose bus service Volunteers serve soup to sixty at Shaftesbury Lent Lunch. Paul Merefield's Pub Quiz Meet My Pet: David and Pippin Cabin Band and Masons help Shaftesbury Mental Health Group raise hundreds North Dorset singer-songwriter Nick Coleman previews Mustons gig on Sunday View from the Hill Motcombe with White Hart Link co-founder Jan Wardel

Mar 10, 2023 • 59:55

The Alfred Daily – 10th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 10th March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury tourist information service rescued Park Run launches in Shaftesbury Consultation considers sending Shaftesbury stroke patients to Taunton Job vacancies available: check out Jane's listings in Shaftesbury Former Shaftesbury resident longs to return and shares their thoughts Councillor discovers amount paid by developers for Shaftesbury community projects Take a wintry wellbeing walk with Lindsey Death   Adrian Ryder's Bell Street Book Shelf  Shaftesbury eve

Mar 9, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 9th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 9th March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dog mess mars Motcombs meadows; councillors consider options Dorset council tax set to be fourth highest in the country this year North Dorset MP supports Prostate Cancer 'Boys Need Bins' campaign  Dorset Police advise residents burglary increased linked to Amazon deliveries Town councillors approve proposed new home integrated into Shaftesbury's slopes Jackie and Jeanette reflect on gadgets we can't imagine living without Shaftesbury author publishes fourth book on fl

Mar 8, 2023 • 59:44

The Alfred Daily – 8th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 8th March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Closed schools and cars stuck on Spread Eagle Hill - Shaftesbury's big snow day Town Council backs Maltings 20mph zone but next steps are uncertain Friends who own Folde Bookshop featured in The Guardian on Women's Day See new lambs and the medieval deer park as Gutchpool Farm opens its gates Motcombe to serve up Italian Festival - Food and a movie on the menu! Paul Jordan previews Arts Centre movie View from the Hill - West London visitors Shaftesbury what's ons Big l

Mar 7, 2023 • 59:41

The Alfred Daily – 7th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 7th March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Alfred’s Dorset weatherman Shaun Lovett predicts 2 inches of snow Breath of fresh air- Shaftesbury’s new lung health choir Coombe House changes addressed staffing issues - future plans revealed Berwick fundraisers plan vintage vehicle convoy on private Salisbury Plan roads Health centre pop-up reveals need for Shaftesbury carers event Town council to debate 20mph on The Maltings tonight Shaftesbury what’s ons Detours for back lane drivers between Motcombe and Gillingha

Mar 6, 2023 • 59:55

The Alfred Daily – 6th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 6th March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Council asked to make The Maltings a 20mph zone Shaftesbury Rotary announces the annual Rachel Caldwell Civic Award winners The latest bargains this week at three of our town's charity shops Cakes and poetry for St Peter's Church Shaftesbury's hedgerows appear healthy - Learn more in a talk on Monday Final parcel pickup day at the TIC tomorrow, Tuesday Cuppa and a free chat at outdoor mental health support meetup today Shaftesbury Arts Centre announces new focus

Mar 5, 2023 • 59:46

The Alfred Daily – 5th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 5th March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury’s TIC shuts down as directors declare it no longer viable Air ambulance called but not needed in Shaftesbury crash - Fire chief tells us about incident 95-year-old Ted Gibbs shares memories of wartime bombs and St James' Common Shaftesbury writer Maggie Pierce's 'The Party's Over' Kate and Karren chat 'Over the Garden Fence' Circus returning for Coronation weekend BV Dairy thanks staff with free pizzas Tom Clements performs first Shaftesbury gig today since

Mar 4, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 4th March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 4th March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today TIC remains closed - top-up card customers told to find plan B for now Owner wants to build a micro solar farm in Melbury Motcombe farm and equestrian buildings could become homes Sign of the times – Chalkboard artist offers a course in Donhead Walk of the week – White Hart Link co-founder shares top 3 Spring suggestions Kate Scott’s chicken keeping diary Shaftesbury Cricket Club offers Friday fun for 5-8 year-olds again Shaftesbury what’s ons - Huge sale at V

Mar 3, 2023 • 59:56

The Alfred Daily – 3rd March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 3rd March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What's Ons Fontmell Council Expects Big Turnout for Meeting on New Estate Plan Agreed - First Step in Park Walk Potholes and Surface Improvements Lindsey Death's Mindfulness Walk at Rolt Millennium Green Adrian Ryder's Bell Street Book Shelf - All About the River Sturkle Marathon Man Prepares for London Run with 14-Time Entrant Viv Budd Drivers Delayed as Lorry Blocks St John's Hill Shaftesbury Twinning's Work Recognised by British Legion in Presentation Vi

Mar 2, 2023 • 1:00:13

The Alfred Daily – 2nd March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 2nd March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: New Chief Constables For Dorset And Wiltshire Start Work Dorset Police Say ‘Nothing Suspicious’ About Late Night Group Gathering On Salisbury Street Shaftesbury High Street ‘Green Market’ For Week-Long Climate Change Event Charlton Farmer Spills The Beans On His Lucrative Greener Crop View From The Hill - Welsh Visitors Love Welcome On Our Gold Hillside Crown Hunt For Kids Considered For Official Shaftesbury Coronation Events Seeds Of Change - New Chairman’s Compelling

Mar 1, 2023 • 59:57

The Alfred Daily – 1st March 2023

The Alfred Daily – 1st March 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Former Guy’s Marsh Prison Officer Jailed for Relationship with Inmate Dorset Council to Double Second Homes Tax as Owners Call for Concessions Boost Your Wellbeing with Social Prescribing Session in Shaftesbury Parents Advised on Packed Lunches Following Prime Energy Drink Concerns Shaftesbury Fire Crew Attend Car Fire on Salisbury Road Motcombe Talk on Frosty Russian-Western Relations is Sell-Out Shaftesbury Gallery’s Covid Show is About Statements Rather Than Sales S

Feb 28, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 28th February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 28th February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Tributes Paid to Donhead Heavy Horse Breeder Randy Hiscock Villagers Will Remember the Man Who Told Melbury's Story – Bob Breach Shaftesbury Christmas Lights - Not Just for Christmas Aurora spotters in Win Green hedgerows everywhere ‘like zombies’ Shaftesbury What's Ons and Job Vacancies No Words - Choir Set to Sing with No Lyrics in Exciting Shaftesbury Collaborations Shaftesbury Historian Talk and Walk Will Reveal Unexpected London Sights in Swanage Jan Wall's Garden

Feb 27, 2023 • 59:48

The Alfred Daily – 27th February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 27th February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Stunning glass-walking demo and food featured at Shaftesbury’s Ukrainian cultural event Police seek witnesses after teenage cyclist sent to hospital following collision with van in Shaftesbury Donhead, Semley, and Berwick MP reselected How Sedgehill will boost biodiversity in three open spaces Town Council intends to build Maltings hall after Dorset Council withdrew Cllr Yeo's group's £900k offer Shaftesbury celebrity chef plugs our town on telly 'Hugh' was hilarious -

Feb 26, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 26th February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 26th February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Prostate patients with incontinence face social isolation - Shaftesbury man wants support for change Authors offered real-time feedback from live audiences at Shaftesbury writing festival Pop-up antiques window sale in former Hine and Parsons proves popular Perk up your ears - Shaftesbury busker Conor releases single about coffee shop Shaftesbury what's ons Renowned jazz performer Art Themen will play Donhead venue he helped restore Shaftesbury residents can ride a rai

Feb 25, 2023 • 59:53

The Alfred Daily – 25th February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 25th February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Emotional message from deputy mayor as Shaftesbury stands with Ukraine Shaftesbury what's ons Warning for Shaftesbury dog owners after badger attacks in town New novel brings first Shaftesbury abbess to life Meet my Pet - Mungo and Kate Walk of the week - A trek around The Tarrants View from the Hill - Friends from Wells love Shaftesbury Karen Coles' book recommendation - A novel by Paul E Hardisty Paul Merefield’s quiz Soundscape - A song thrush in Donhead St Mary

Feb 24, 2023 • 59:47

The Alfred Daily – 24th February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 24th February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Licence to Thrill - Two hours of James Bond-themed hits in Shaftesbury concert Dorset Police commit to take action on illegal fly-tipping and fox hunting View from the Hill – Wells visitors love Shaftesbury Melbury Sunday music session encourages collaboration and creativity North Dorset Male Voice Choir - First 2023 gig next week before first Shaftesbury Fringe Shaftesbury woman launches nail business to overcome her anxiety Nature's therapeutic power: A relaxing rive

Feb 23, 2023 • 59:57

The Alfred Daily – 23rd February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 23rd February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Dorset councillor quizzed on Planning meeting absence and bus gate stance Shaftesbury what’s ons Motcombe Council opposes ‘overdevelopment’ with two new bungalows Tourism news from Trevor Clements of the TIC Meet the soup-er heroes planning Lent lunches in Motcombe and Shaftesbury Shaftesbury author of Chat GPT book shares pitfalls and potential of the tech Jackie and Jeanette reminisce about childhood annuals Stiles and signs should enhance Motcombe countr

Feb 22, 2023 • 18:53

The Alfred Daily – 22nd February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 22nd February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Working party will tackle empty shops but two councillors say they’re side-lined and oppose it Help identify unknown Cranborne Chase historical sites from your sofa Town Council congratulates Snowdrop volunteers Shaftesbury’s Belle Street to sing for quake appeal – and their musical sells out You don’t have to be a Motcombe villager to help with the fete £4k grant for Shaftesbury refugee group helping Ukrainian guests Ghost stories by candlelight at Larmer Tree on Frid

Feb 21, 2023 • 1:00:02

The Alfred Daily – 21st February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 21st February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Council discusses empty shops – Advice from Sturminster Newton Shaftesbury man allegedly drove carelessly before crash that closed Semley Hollow Increasing attendance is goal of new Gillingham and Shaftesbury show boss Arts Centre starts film subtitles - but dad of deaf son wants more for hard-of-hearing Semley recommended for staycations in prestigious international travel mag Kinks co-founder shares stories ahead of Shaftesbury gig Gardening advice from T

Feb 20, 2023 • 4:37

The Alfred Daily – 20th February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 20th February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: A30 road closures to start the week Shaftesbury schoolgirl supports Salisbury Hospital appeal to thank kind staff East Knoyle wraps up Wren celebration with 17th century music and flowers Animals are doing the donkey work during litter picking in Semley Shaftesbury charity shop bargains Lions Club collects for quake victims outside Shaftesbury’s Lidl Energy costs mean tough choices for a Shaftesbury pub landlord Award-winning nature writer Nicola Chester to discuss cou

Feb 19, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 19th February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 19th February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Snowdrops Day report – Chairman shares thoughts about event’s future Lynda Appleby meets the Donhead Digest Mag’s duo Local Plan – Dorset Council told Shaftesbury is full - developers disagree Shaftesbury seed swap fair encourages pollinator plants Shaftesbury what’s ons – Donate to Lions quake appeal at Lidl A30 closure Monday/Tuesday - Fontmell road closures later in Feb North Dorset MP Simon Hoare ‘delighted’ about his reselection The Dark – A short story by Elaine

Feb 18, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 18th February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 18th February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Planning inspector gives green light to controversial Motcombe solar farm Shaftesbury what's ons and Snowdrop events Star count tonight although Dorset’s biggest light pollutant is local Compton children's writer to speak at Shaftesbury festival Paul Merefield’s quiz Meet my Pet - Paul and Alfie Walk of the Week - Julia takes us to Chettle Karen Cole recommends a Kiwi crime writer Grandmother proud of Semley schoolkids' Wren display

Feb 17, 2023 • 18:53

The Alfred Daily – 17th February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 17th February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Lions to collect for Turkish and Syrian quake victims on Sunday in Shaftesbury Melbury’s first solar light collection will be sent to Ukraine Police commissioner to answer rural crime questions on Facebook video event Final push for cash to buy Shaftesbury hospital kit for diabetic eye tests Job Vacancies – Part-time shop work and pub chef The Shaftesbury Grammar student who coached the Dutch national rugby team Lindsey Death’s mindfulness walk in North Dorset RSPB res

Feb 16, 2023 • 59:47

The Alfred Daily – 16th February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 16th February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what’s ons Support for Fontmell villagers saluted as Dorset Council backs 4% council tax rise Dorset’s potholed road resembles the work of ‘a family of moles’ Council told Shaftesbury runner Jon Heap prepares for marathon for kids with cancer Melbury woman promises authentic Malaysian curry to accompany quiz Jon Stanley’s Melbury farming - Switching from dairy to beef Crime and cookery writer Janet Lawrence will share ideas at Shaftesbury festival Visitors

Feb 15, 2023 • 59:57

The Alfred Daily – 15th February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 15th February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Council announce councillor overseeing Shaftesbury pedestrianisation World-class ballet dancers perform in Shaftesbury this weekend Sixty Stargazers join Shaftesbury astronomy club Shaftesbury Saturday Farmers’ market confident about future Shaftesbury road closures Shaftesbury Under 17-s challenge- stage a musical in one week Visitors’ views – couple from Oxford love our ‘village’ Property expert Matt Boatwright ‘the true cost of moving’ Shaftesbury what’s ons

Feb 14, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 14th February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 14th February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: No physical barrier or CCTV feature in Mampitts Lane bus gate plans Derek Beer wants help refreshing the stale Gold Hill loaf 25 years of the Berwick St John invention used worldwide Shaftesbury-area traffic – A350 closed this week, A30 shut from Monday The secret of long-lasting relationships – Advice from residents of Love Lane Author Sally Page - How a visit to Shaftesbury florists should inspire writers Jan Walls’ gardening advice - How to make Valentine's roses la

Feb 13, 2023 • 59:45

The Alfred Daily – 13th February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 13th February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dinah’s Hollow works won’t include Church Bank but rockfall concerns Melbury councillor Locals help plant trees at Melbury eco campsite Shaftesbury charity shop bargains this week Celebrate Ukrainian food and customs in Shaftesbury this month Car collides with Pound Lane roundabout Free inspiring half-term walks around Shaftesbury with ‘Tess of the Vale’ Learning and loving nature at Fontmell Down’s Forest School this week Shaftesbury personal chef Phillipa Davis share

Feb 12, 2023 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 12th February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 12th February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Exhibition celebrates Wren, East Knoyle's most famous son Shaftesbury session should help you reduce energy costs Shaftesbury what's ons No future vacancies as popular Shaftesbury B&B seeks change back to home Shaftesbury student to serenade Valentine’s diners View from the Hill - Cornwall visitors come for snowdrops Kate and Karren chat 'Over the Garden Fence' 'The Old Priory' - Local writer Sarah English reads her story

Feb 11, 2023 • 1:00:07

The Alfred Daily – 11th February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 11th February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Abbey Primary pupils deliver treats for Shaftesbury hospital patients Councillor responds to St James’ woman who’ll sell if second home council tax doubles Shaftesbury choir appeals for new voices Shaftesbury what’s ons – Free yoga, Valentine’s disco Saturday, tree planting Sunday Meet My Pet – Syd Guppy and Dude Walk of The Week with Julia Tilbury – Duncliffe Kate Scott’s chicken keeping diary Shaftesbury Snowdrops – Jackie and Jeanette tour Springhead In Fontmell Pau

Feb 10, 2023 • 1:00:07

The Alfred Daily – 10th February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 10th February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s ons We visit Shaftesbury’s newest High Street business-  a yoga studio Music, comedy and family fun - Big plans for Shaftesbury’s Shaston Club Dorset Council parking policy causing stress For Shaftesbury man tackling cancer Some North Dorset villages are 30% second homes, claims Councillor In council tax debate View from the hill - Layton Lane man's Gold Hill ritual Adrian Ryder’s Bell Street bookshelf - a Victorian childhood in Shaftesbury Lindsey D

Feb 9, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 9th February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 9th February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:

Feb 8, 2023 • 1:00:02

The Alfred Daily – 8th February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 8th February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Saving cash wins over climate action as Town Council agrees on new pick-up truck Shaftesbury litter pickers' milestone as Abbey schoolkids help remove rubbish Award-winning gardener to talk in Donhead Pip’s free yoga could boost your mental wellbeing – It worked for her Second chance to visit Edwardian Shaftesbury and get pictures of your home Property Matters - Matt Boatwright’s thoughts on increasing council tax for second homes View from the Hill - Portsmouth man im

Feb 7, 2023 • 59:50

The Alfred Daily – 7th February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 7th February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Worker threatened with hammer during Shaftesbury petrol station robbery Shaftesbury landlord launches defibrillator campaign following pub tragedy Council hopes reduced speed and pavement is possible in Guys Marsh Celebrating snowdrops with gardening expert Jan Walls Patients' picket shows strike day support for Shaftesbury hospital staff Latest bargains at Shaftesbury charity shops Shaftesbury jobs and volunteer opportunities Shaftesbury what's ons - antique fair toda

Feb 6, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 6th February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 6th February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury What’s ons Fontmell councillors meet GP to discuss future Fontmell Surgery Use BAD Co mark a year of mental health support with pop-up clothes sales Semley man announces major green event for Shaftesbury North Dorset Police seek witnesses to supermarket assault Paul Jordan previews Sunday’s Arts Centre Billy Wilder double bill Beat stress with Boxercise at Shaftesbury’s Band Hall Robert Mullins remembers Cosy Corner and Shaftesbury bakeries

Feb 5, 2023 • 59:50

The Alfred Daily – 5th February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 5th February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what’s on – Vintage fair, live blues and National Theatre today Anti A350 upgrade website launched - MP says it won’t happen Donhead Diary - Recording nature with the AONB Kate and Karren chat about Shaftesbury snowdrops Easter is the end of the line for M&Co More North Dorset catalytic converter thefts Rockies lose away 3-0 Visitors’ views Shocking Georgian royal scandals shared in Shaftesbury talk Shaftesbury Snowdrops events North Dorset stories - Richar

Feb 4, 2023 • 59:52

The Alfred Daily – 4th February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 4th February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what’s ons  Shaftesbury residents aged 7 upwards share snowdrop-inspired art  Expert shares her vision for enhancing Shaftesbury playparks  Meet my pet – Jude and Peanut enjoy Park Walk sunshine Shaftesbury Arts Centre news with Charlie Hamilton New mental health website as 60% of Dorset young unsure who can help  Dorset Police launch interceptor team to combat cross-border crime Julia Tilbury’s walk – East Knoyle  Paul Merefield’s pub quiz Karen Cole’s boo

Feb 3, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 3rd February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 3rd February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: St James’ man offers Abbey School a car park if he can build a house Shaftesbury businessman keen to support good local causes through his company Third award for special Shaftesbury gardening business Donhead Diary – Gabriel Sales on socially responsible yachting and Somali pirates New Shaftesbury yoga classes with a woman who taught celebs on telly Police commissioner’s £15 annual Dorset Council tax rise approved Adrian Ryder on the Georgian era Shaftesbury-issued

Feb 2, 2023 • 59:42

The Alfred Daily – 2nd February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 2nd February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Primary teacher and union rep explains why he’s striking Shaftesbury what’s on Motcombe residents scour The Street for missing pet Jackie and Jeanette reminisce about changed manners Shaftesbury estate agent Matt Boatwright on extravagant property buyer wish-lists Melbury churchgoers raise hundreds to light up Ukraine Shaftesbury vintage fair organiser shares best business advice before leaving for Spain Do you know why Shaftesbury twinned with Brionne? Loc

Feb 1, 2023 • 59:42

The Alfred Daily – 1st February 2023

The Alfred Daily – 1st February 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Not all Shaftesbury area schools impacted by today’s strike Shaftesbury Carnival donates £4k to causes and seek younger decision-makers Shaftesbury Arts Centre seeks a Sandy, Danny and cast for Grease Shaftesbury hedgerow campaigner delighted by new government eco plan Dorset and Wiltshire fire chief responds to shocking ITV allegations Shaftesbury what’s ons Arts and crafts for mental wellbeing with relaunched Shaftesbury support group Snowdrops poetry with Marigold R

Jan 31, 2023 • 59:55

The Alfred Daily – 31st January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 31st January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Third time lucky - Council spends another £1k on vandalised bus shelter  Shaftesbury runners will carry a defibrillator Shaftesbury what’s ons Visitors from Bath and Bournemouth love Shaftesbury How Margaret Marsh singer Samantha impersonates the stars More huge luxury food discounts at Virginia Hayward on Saturday News from Shaftesbury Arts Centre - A new yoga opportunity Jan Walls’ gardening guide from her garden on The Maltings - A wren visits Adrian Ryder’s snowdro

Jan 30, 2023 • 59:49

The Alfred Daily – 30th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 30th January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Your news for Shaftesbury and the surrounding area, being broadcast 7 days-a-week. On today's Alfred Daily: Alternative Shaftesbury wellbeing event - ideas for mind, body and from the spirits Baroque concert praised by Shaftesbury audience – but church was too chilly! New Shaftesbury bus route launches as Council shares transport plan in Parliament Volunteers help expand Shaftesbury hospital’s homegrown produce Coombe House MD addresses concerns raised in Ofsted report

Jan 29, 2023 • 59:55

The Alfred Daily – 29th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 29th January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what’s ons Meet the woman hired to keep Shaftesbury ‘shipshape’ Enmore Green speeding New Shaftesbury School Council chair gives feedback on playpark proposals Troublesome parking payment machines will be replaced as soon as April Kate and Karren chat ‘over the garden fence’ The Shaftesbury classic vehicle owner who ‘should have been born in America’ Local short story – ‘A Special Friend’ by Sarah English Jane Somper has the latest job vacancies Swindon vis

Jan 28, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 28th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 28th January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what’s ons Sedgehill climate activist avoids jail but doesn’t regret smashing bank HQ window Shaftesbury shopkeeper warns about a distinctive shoplifter Where to see Shaftesbury snowdrops - Rachel Diment’s guided walk Cranbornes owner inspires 14-year Shaftesbury school entrepreneur Huge organic seed sale and swap is coming to Shaftesbury Meet my Pet - Shaftesbury barber’s snoring French bulldog Paul Merefield’s quiz View from the Hill - Visitors love our c

Jan 27, 2023 • 1:00:07

The Alfred Daily – 27th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 27th January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what’s ons Meet the winners of Shaftesbury’s first-ever business awards Dorset now the sixth safest county bucking national crime rate trends University students study and survey Gold Hill’s medieval wall Shaftesbury Rotarians challenge Shaftesbury School students in cooking contest Adrian Ryder’s bookshelf - The failed Shaftesbury railway plan Nature and wellbeing walk with Lindsey Death

Jan 26, 2023 • 58:53

The Alfred Daily – 26th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 26th January 2023

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Jan 25, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 25th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 25th January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: 24 new homes approved for Shaftesbury town centre - none ‘affordable’ Three comedians from top tv panel show will entertain Shaftesbury next month Gentle Shaftesbury sessions to improve balance and reduce risk of falls Town Council tidies Gold Hill following residents’ feedback Shaftesbury’s Abbey Primary School rated good by Ofsted Shaftesbury what’s ons AONB plan stargazing fest and encourage you to spot a comet Soundscapes – A swan eating pondweed at Collyers Brook

Jan 24, 2023 • 1:00:02

The Alfred Daily – 24th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 24th January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: On the picket line with striking Shaftesbury ambulance crew Celebrating Village Hall Week in Motcombe, Melbury, Semley and Fontmell North Dorset councillor to lead debate on council tax hike for second homes Jan Wall’s gardening advice from The Maltings View from the Hill – Portland visitors Lynda Appleby attends Belle Street’s Donhead gig Shaftesbury’s new community daytime drop-in Shaftesbury what’s ons

Jan 23, 2023 • 1:00:10

The Alfred Daily – 23rd January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 23rd January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Locals want Dorset Council to stop Tesco competing with Shaftesbury shops Why Shaftesbury’s Castle Mound is important and should become easier to visit Shaftesbury jobs – Kitchen assistant, cleaner and shop staff Charlie Hamilton’s Arts Centre update – Fundraising wine sales, the ‘real’ Kinks and puppetry Shaftesbury charity shop bargains – Treat for photography fans View from the Hill - Buckinghamshire visitors Shaftesbury Carnival to dedicate ‘Best in Wessex Award’ t

Jan 22, 2023 • 59:53

The Alfred Daily – 22nd January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 22nd January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what’s ons Shaftesbury motorbike fans want to bring back Moto Guzzi rally Top marks for fire service covering Shaftesbury, The Vale and Chase Donhead Diary - Chris Harwood is planting a new wood in Higher Coombe Kate and Karren chat ‘over the garden fence’ Flooding on A350 south of Fontmell and London railway line update The man who loves Fontmell so much he’s moved from Vancouver A thought-provoking history story by Shaftesbury writer Tiggy Hayes Soundscap

Jan 21, 2023 • 58:45

The Alfred Daily – 21st January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 21st January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Chamber chair wants empty shop ideas forum as Lloyds bank announce closure Help plant trees to tackle climate change at Higher Coombe Low-cost ‘social supermarket' starts van deliveries to Shaftesbury Meet my Pet – Bumble from Sedgehill Walk of the Week – Melbury Beacon and Compton Paul Merefield's quiz Shaftesbury what's ons Kate Scott's chicken-keeping diary Visitors' View – A tourist from Pontypool Karen Cole reviews ‘The Things That We Lost’ by Jyoti Patel

Jan 20, 2023 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 20th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 20th January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Shaftesbury what’s ons Guys Marsh Prison Governor keen to recruit locally ahead of expansion Shaftesbury duo will play across the west following hotel group support AONB to recruit wildlife watchers during Shaftesbury café drop-in Adrian Ryder’s bookshelf - Edwardian book says Shaftesbury is ‘home to 300 beggars’ Lindsey Death’s nature walk – bullfinch and catkins in The Cranborne Chase Soundscape- an elder tree in the wind in East Orchard

Jan 19, 2023 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 19th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 19th January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Parking fees and second home charges could reduce Dorset Council tax - nearly UK’s highest We ask Shaftesbury MP if NHS is in ‘crisis’ Plans for an Italian café and community facility in Motcombe New Shaftesbury town centre housing recommended for approval View from the Hill – Visitors from Bermuda Jackie and Jeanette’s memories of 60s and 70s Fontmell and Compton Snowdrop ticket update with Trevor Clements’ TIC report A warm welcome and free food and Fontmell’s Wednes

Jan 18, 2023 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 18th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 18th January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Why a former mayor backed 8% rise in Shaftesbury Town Council share of council tax Motcombe residents object to plan for commercial stone cutting Events mark 300th anniversary of the death of East Knoyle’s famous son Ice affects A350 driving Shaftesbury what’s on North Dorset Police witness appeal after boy suffers hit and run Preview of Shaftesbury Arts Centre’s winter show – Nativity! The Musical A tile with an interesting tale uncovered on a Melbury farm Property Ma

Jan 17, 2023 • 56:33

The Alfred Daily – 17th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 17th January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Dorset Council tells Shaftesbury Town Council ‘make us on offer’ for the car parks Town councillors not persuaded by calls for 20mph zone in St James’ Countryfile Magazine recommends a winter trip to Shaftesbury Zombies fill Shaftesbury High Street for pop video shoot Maltings gardening guru Jan Walls Charlton bird expert encourages you to count sightings for RSPB New Shaftesbury to Blandford bus contract brings benefits says expert View from the Hill - Ex pats from Fr

Jan 16, 2023 • 58:23

The Alfred Daily – 16th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 16th January 2023

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Jan 15, 2023 • 1:00:04

The Alfred Daily – 15th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 15th January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what’s ons Time for a retail rethink? Bell Street pop-up shopkeeper shares her experience Shaftesbury area road closures this week A lifetime in Donhead farming – Lynda Appleby meets shepherdess Fran Smart Visitor views - Instagram cake pics entice a Poole couple to Shaftesbury Kate and Karren chat ‘over the garden fence’ - Snowdrops ‘A Stranger in Shaftesbury’ written and read by Ann Brooks

Jan 14, 2023 • 59:59

The Alfred Daily – 14th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 14th January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury MP intervenes following Lloyds Pharmacy queue complaints North Dorset's male voice choir perform for Air Ambulance appeal Walk of the Week - Julia sees her first lamb of 2023 at Sixpenny Shaftesbury singer-songwriter Connor Smith wants video extras Shaftesbury what's ons Arts Centre news with Charlie Hamilton Paul Merefield's quiz Visitors' Views - Tourists from Hertford Karen Cole reviews 'The Other Side of Night'

Jan 13, 2023 • 59:57

The Alfred Daily – 13th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 13th January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: BAFTA-winning wildlife filmmaker comes home to talk at North Dorset RFC Shaftesbury Town Council ramps up its climate emergency response Warning that Bad Wincombe Lane parking could block emergency vehicles Shaftesbury parade is on – details announced A winter walk in nature with Lindsey Death – ferns and goldfinches Adrian Ryder shares more authors’ reflections on Shaftesbury Hugely discounted food on sale in Shaftesbury tomorrow View from the hill- Visitors’ Views Sh

Jan 12, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 12th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 12th January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury Council still oppose planned new estate, even though it’ll be smaller Rotary Club plan cooking contest and litter pick for Shaftesbury’s younger residents Primary pupils hear how to save the planet with hydrogen cars and whale poo Love weddings? This could be your dream job Trevor Clements’ TIC update –Shaftesbury brollies now on sale A taster of every Arts centre 2023 exhibition with Rob Adams Jackie and Jeanette Compton and Fontmell Memories – fitness reg

Jan 11, 2023 • 1:00:04

The Alfred Daily – 11th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 11th January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today:   Dorset Christmas drink driving is down. The mystery of the abandoned police car at guys marsh Spring Show returns for a second year at Motcombe Turnpike Showground An update on flood alerts and warnings Shaftesbury Mayor responds to a drop in support for pedestrianisation Latest food hygiene ratings for Shaftesbury, Semley and Fontmell businesses Melbury residents aim to light up Ukraine Would a  Queen tribute make your Shaftesbury coronation celebration? Council won

Jan 10, 2023 • 1:00:02

The Alfred Daily – 10th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 10th January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what’s ons A new defibrillator dedicated to a local man who sadly couldn't be saved Spend your weekend wassailing in Shaftesbury Motcombe villagers’ kindness following a Christmas tragedy Shaftesbury’s Boobs breast cancer charity extends its support Jan Walls’ gardening guide Donhead board games session proves a popular success Shaftesbury area flood warning and alerts Visitors’ views – A Sussex couple treat themselves at The Salt Cellar MP asks for support

Jan 9, 2023 • 1:00:01

The Alfred Daily – 9th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 9th January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Survey: Majority of town centre businesses still back Shaftesbury pedestrianisation Life on Shaftesbury's traveller's site Planting and grazing should reduce Motcombe flood risk at Gutchpool Farm Shaftesbury architectural history - Phil Proctor on the Gold Hill wall Poetry from Elaine Cadogan Shaftesbury charity shop bargains Shaftesbury what's ons View from the Hill - Visitors from Peru

Jan 8, 2023 • 59:43

The Alfred Daily – 8th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 8th January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Fontmell volunteers’ impressive plan for keeping villagers warm and well-fed warm Alternative and complementary health and wellbeing fair returns to Shaftesbury Shaftesbury what’s on Kate and Karren’s tribute to Fay Weldon Expert will tell Shaftesbury history-lovers about England’s worst king Donhead Diary-session musician and TV composer Bob Shearn Sunday story – ‘Changes’ by Tiggy Hayes

Jan 7, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 7th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 7th January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Trader starts debate over empty Shaftesbury shops, landlord shares his thoughts Shaftesbury residents send over 100 boxes of aid to Ukraine Apply for Thousands in funding for Cranborne Chase nature and landscape projects Walk of the week - Ashmore Shaftesbury what's ons Shaftesbury chicken keeper Kate Scott's diary Paul Merefield's Quiz Meet my pet - Wilfred the sausage dog Karen Cole reviews Follow Me to the Edge by Tariq Ashkanani

Jan 6, 2023 • 59:23

The Alfred Daily – 6th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 6th January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what's ons ‘We're making progress’ says new Dorset Centre of Excellence MD Love Bridgerton? You'll love a Baroque recital coming to Shaftesbury No response target set for police commissioner's survey requesting council tax rise New mobile mast could boost Melbury, Cann, Twyford and Bedchester signal Adrian Ryder - Telling Shaftesbury's story from antiquarian books Learn the art of coppicing and wood crafting at free Cranborne Chase workshop Poetry from Elai

Jan 5, 2023 • 58:25

The Alfred Daily – 5th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 5th January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what's onsShaftesbury pays tribute to former Bimport resident, author Fay Weldon Spitfire flights and volunteering - new plan for Compton Abbas Airfield No North Dorset finalists in Dorset Tourism awards View from the hill - Swansea couple retrach father's footsteps Proud of your work? Shaftesbury School want you to inspire students Jackie and Jeanette discuss New Year's reminiscence  soundscape- starlings in Breach Lane Ivy

Jan 4, 2023 • 59:58

The Alfred Daily – 4th January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 4th January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: ‘Just a 4%’ council tax rise is ‘good news’ says senior Dorset councillor Free hot pot and cooking tips for Shaftesbury locals struggling with bills Motcombe explorer John Blashford-Snell’s Bolivia expedition ‘most challenging’ TV chef says Ludwell butcher’s pasties are ‘perfection' Dorset Police hearing - Sergeant would have been fired for misconduct but quit first Visitors’ views of Shaftesbury Nature on our doorstep - Win Green with Lindsey Death Shaftesbury what’s

Jan 3, 2023 • 59:54

The Alfred Daily – 3rd January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 3rd January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Councillors need to decide if they can afford the Shaftesbury Lido pool The Long Cross couple making magic with metal Brand new routes for Shaftesbury Rotary's North Dorset Cycle Ride Volunteers sought to run North Dorset Police cadets Antique Natters from Semley - Fun collecting for £1 Shaftesbury what's ons Jan Walls' gardening tips from The Maltings View from the Hill - Visitors' views Roadworks this month

Jan 2, 2023 • 1:00:00

The Alfred Daily – 2nd January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 2nd January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: First guest speakers announced for Shaftesbury's new writing festival Shaftesbury events guide Alison Harding reveals recycling cash sum raised for local charities Melbury campsite 1 of 75 must-stay locations says Sunday Times Shaftesbury resident seeks memories of snowy winter of ‘63 The story of Semley’s Langford car spares and scrap yard Shaftesbury man delighted by his first Stonehenge winter solstice Observing deer in the dark with Ashmore nature writer Colin Elfo

Jan 1, 2023 • 1:00:05

The Alfred Daily – 1st January 2023

The Alfred Daily – 1st January 2023

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what’s ons Potholes, paths and better playparks – parish and town council goals for 2023 featuring Compton Abbas, Semley, Donhead St Mary and Melbury Abbas & Cann parishes and Shaftesbury Town Council Cllr Jane Somper reviews her work in the Beacon Ward in 2022 Cllr Derek Beer on his heart attack and his faith in Shaftesbury Library consultation Shaftesbury’s most read local news stories of 2022- part 1 Sue Clifford tells the story of Shaftesbury’s Common G

Dec 31, 2022 • 59:52

The Alfred Daily – 31st December 2022

The Alfred Daily – 31st December 2022

On The Alfred Daily Today: Shaftesbury what’s ons Prominent Wiltshire and Dorset residents honoured Shaftesbury councillor hopes £2 bus fares will encourage new riders Railway company advise against travel next week Free face-to-face tech help at Shaftesbury Library Weldmar’s pop-up returns to Shaftesbury High Street Shaftesbury Police giveaways prevent purse theft and bank card scam Julia Tilbury’s Walk of the Week – Ashmore Meet my Pet – Nettlecombe resident Caitlin’s French lop rabbit Paul Me

Dec 30, 2022 • 59:45

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