Blog by Ian Wilson A resume of local weather in the Burton area together with pointers of what to see in the night sky. The year started quietly with January dominated, much of the month, by a large area of high pressure or anticyclone (same thing). This gave us an unusually Read more…
The Shrine of Apollo in the post-Roman era Where the Fosse Way crosses the Broadmead Brook, beneath the tranquil valley at Nettleton Shrub lurks a secret dark and ancient. Who would guess this now peaceful conservation area was witness to successive waves of violent assault in the post-Roman era? Two Read more…
This month, we have a double-header, take your pick of either, or read both. A Certain Slant of Light (2005) by Laura Whitcomb In the class of the high school English teacher she has been haunting, Helen feels them: for the first time in 130 years, human eyes are looking Read more…
The Poppy Project A further meeting of the Poppy Project took place on 24th March. It turns out we now have over 700 completed poppies along with our first MALE recruit. Our new goal is 1000 poppies which should be easily achievable. Thoughts are turning to the design of the Read more…
It’s no secret the neighbouring villages of Castle Combe, Lacock and Corsham have long been the darlings of the location scout – Dr Dolittle, War Horse, Harry Potter, Wolf Hall and Poldark are just a few films and TV series in which these locations appear, but did you know areas Read more…
Ian Wilson’s recent wildlife encounter in our local area prompted the nature-lovers among you to go out to see what you could find. When one anonymous resident went for a walk in the woods, he made sure to have his camera to hand. But just what creature he came across Read more…
Dear Readers, Welcome to the sixteenth edition of the new look Bugle newsletter. A big thank you to everyone who has contributed to the content. To view the Bugle Click here The editorial team would welcome and feedback, any comments please to Bugle@burtonvillage.org.uk Regards Chris On behalf of the editorial team
Dear Lottery Club members, The eighty second draw of the 100 Club Lottery took place on the 25th March 2022. The draw was made by Carla Maroudas of West Yatton who was dining with family at the OHH pub 1st prize (£50) was won by Trystan & Victoria Hitchens Read more…
Book news, reviews and reading highlights. All books mentioned in this blog have been read and carefully curated by Bookmark. News Two of the more interesting literary prizes have announced their longlists for this year: the Women’s Prize for Fiction and the Man Booker International Prize. New Releases The Ship Read more…
You don’t need expensive camera equipment to enter. Previous finalists have used phone cameras to exceptional effect. This month’s theme: It’s in the trees! If you go down to the woods today, look out for emerging woodland flora, such as bluebells, wild garlic and common dog violets, as well as Read more…