THERE has been a real increase in the popularity of cycling over the last few months, with many seeing its benefits as a way to enjoy the surrounding countryside, keep up their fitness or be able to socially distance when travelling to work.
WILLY Russell's perceptive comedy, Shirley Valentine, reveals the humdrum existence of the title character, a 42-year-old wife who is taken for granted by her ungrateful husband and grown up children.
A SPLENDID show, the Wootton Bassett Light Opera Society's 16th pantomime, included a delightful horse (Ross Bathurst and Deanna Aspell) that cavorted around the auditorium as well as on stage, causing great fun.
APPRECIATIVE applause from members of Royal Wootton Bassett Historical Society reflected their gratitude to Dr Bob Clarke, who has retired as President after a decade of service that has featured many talks and expeditions to historical sites.
Unity, hope, truth, love, peace and life are the positive messages on an impressive ceramic memorial plaque made by a group of young people at Royal Wootton Bassett Academy. The plaque, now installed in the school grounds, was officially inaugurated last week by eight of the students who were involved in designing and creating this attractive artwork. They are pictured with art teacher and project co-orginator Mrs Karen Goddard and Youth Arts representative Sue Gray, from Kennet and Swindon Arts
Royal Wootton Bassett Town Council was honoured with a national Quality Gold Award during the impressive Civic Service at St Bartholomew's Church.
THE Rotary Clubs of Royal Wootton Bassett Town and Royal Wootton Bassett & District were delighted to welcome ten teams, including various sports clubs and Young Farmers, to compete in their Rotary Youth Challenge day at Royal Wootton Bassett Academy. Poor weather failed to mar the event, which took place indoors, and attracted enthusiastic spectators.
HARVEST gifts for the Swindon Collective were welcomed at the Harvest Thanksgiving service at St Bartholomew's Church, where a well-attended family service featured a central display of produce to illustrate God's Creation.
EDWARD Bennett's superb portrayal of the tragic genius Alan Turing dominates the impressive production of Hugh Whitemore's play Breaking the Code, directed by Christian Durham in the round at Salisbury Playhouse.
