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SALT
FORD
VILL
AGE FESTIVAL
13-21 JUNE 2015www.saltfordfestival.org.uk
PROGRAMME
SALTFORD
COMM
UNITY ASSOCIATI
ON
Photography Competition We are delighted to announce that the winners were :-
Photography under 18 : Nikita Johnson
Photography 18 + : Dr Sarah Fox
Adrian Betts, head judge said “This year’s photographs captured the beauty of Saltford brilliantly. The judging panel were impressed by the high number of very accomplished entries. As usual judging was difficult but after several hours and numerous cups of tea we reached a decision on this year’s worthy winners.”
Their photographs, plus others by Adrian Betts, Barrie Brown, Chris Essex, Phil Harding, Steve Johnson, Judy Reed and Jill Williams will feature in our 2016 calendar which will be on sale throughout the Festival, including the Open Morning, for £5.99, plus from other local venues throughout the rest of the year or via email to [email protected] .
MESSAGE FROM CHAIR OF SALTFORD COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, STEVE JOHNSON
After two years in the planning I’m delighted to tell you that the third Village Festival opens at Saltford Hall on Saturday 13th June at 10:00. As you’ll have read recently, Saltford can now trace community activity to back around 300 BC with the discovery of the Carthaginian coin and I’m sure village events were held even back then! Fast forward to the 1890’s and Saltford Regatta was the place to be, nicknamed ‘The Henley of the West’ and certainly the place to be for hundreds of elegant and carefree Victorians, a fantastic sight with their parasols and riverside chairs. In the period after the Second World War we saw Saltford Carnival: you can see 1951 carnival photos on our Facebook page. More latterly, in the late 50’s we saw Saltford Community Association created.
What I’m saying is that Saltford has always been a very special place to live and, at a time when the world may seem crazy, Saltford is building a stronger community where everyone young or old tries to make Saltford a better place to live; which neatly brings me back to Saltford Festival!
The Festival is for everyone to enjoy and I personally hope you all have a fantastic time and if you would like to get involved in any way please ring 01225 874081 or mail me [email protected].
MAIL ME YOUR FESTIVAL PHOTOS SO I CAN SHARE THEM ON THE FESTIVAL FACEBOOK PAGE
Tickets for all events are available from Saltford Hall, Saltford Post Office, by calling 01225 874081 or via e-mail to [email protected]
Saturday 13 June 2015
10.00 – 1.00 FESTIVAL OPENING AT SALTFORD HALL
Opening ceremony with a mystery guest and our own Village Crier
Exhibitions –SCA Affiliated Organisations. Local characters in costume and experts to guide you to new interests.
History of Saltford – Exhibition by Saltford Environment Group & B&NES Council showing the oldest artefact of human life ever found recently in Saltford. This lost and found artefact is so old that it is not just BC (Before Christ) but 'Before Cleopatra!'
Presentation of awards – poetry and photos (photos on display and book of poems available)
Saltford Memories - book on sale as well as the new Saltford calendar.
Saltford Cafe open with Bacon Butties and much more!
10.00 - 17.00 Tennis Club Free Taster Session Tennis Club
Taster sessions including mini and junior coaching and free play where you can just have a go. Come and meet the members of Saltford Tennis Club and our coaches from Bath University.
10.00 - 13.00 Football Club Free Taster Session Football Club
Saltford are always looking for the David Beckham of the future, so if you fancy having a kick around and seeing if it’s an activity for you, then please come along to Wedmore Road.
10.00 – 13.00 Saltford Hall - Playing Field
The Saltford Slow Cycle Challenge 'The Saltford Slow'
Aim: To cover a 25m straight course on a 2 wheeled cycle in the slowest time. Slowest time overall wins. 2 trophies- one for juniors (11 and under), one for seniors. Stopwatch stops either at the finish line or the first foot to touch the ground.
Rules: Two-wheeled cycles only. No U turns, cycle must stay within the track. No mechanical advantage that will allow the cycle to remain stationary (stabilisers etc). Helmet must be worn. Judges’ decision is final. Open to anyone who can ride a bicycle. Cost £1 per try.
10.00 – 16.00 Flower Display Church
An opportunity to enjoy some wonderful flower arrangements in the peace of the church without the hustle and bustle of daily life.
10.00 – 17.00 Avon Valley Painters Exhibition + Coffee/tea & biscuits available – Church Hall
10.00 – 17.00 Brass Mill
Exhibitions and talk, by Tony Coverdale, at 2pm on “The Early Brass Industry”
14.00 – 17.00 Golf Club Open Afternoon
14.00 – 15.00 Golf Free Taster Sessions led by Darren Reed & Chris Coles
15.00 – 16.00 Putting Competition - free
16.00 Guided tour of new driving range - free
Pimms and cream teas on sale throughout afternoon
18.00 Golf Club Social Evening
18.00 onwards Hog Roast and live entertainment – tickets £12
19.00 Balloon Take Off Circumstances permitting.
19.30 Choir & Drama Concert - £7 Saltford Hall
Many well known songs, together with some lesser known ones, are sure to delight you in our concert, coupled with readings by members of Saltford Drama Club
GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO BUY SOME BOOKLETS
“A Village Called Saltford” by Hilary Smedley - £2.50
‘Aspects of the First World War in Keynsham & Saltford’ – 2 parts, each £2.50
“Saltford Memories” – by the Friends of Saltford Library - £3.00
These, plus the poetry book and calendar, will be available during the Open Morning and from Saltford Library and Saltford Hall or via
OLD VILLAGE DAY - Sunday 14 June 2015
10.00 St Marys Church Songs of Praise
10.00 – 17.00 Brass Mill
Exhibitions and talk, by Tony Coverdale, at 2pm on “The Later Brass Industry”
10.00 – 17.00 Avon Valley Painters Exhibition + Coffee/tea & biscuits available – Church Hall
10.00 – 17.00 Flower Display Church
An opportunity to enjoy some wonderful flower arrangements in the peace of the church without the hustle and bustle of daily life.
10.00 till late Bird in Hand
Jazz, food and drink all day
12.00 – 18.00 High Street closed
12.00 Tunnel House
Village Crier. Vintage Brass (Band). Fancy dress parade (WW2 theme) organised by Saltford Primary School children to Saltford Manor. Bagpipes to play and to lead the parade.
12.00
16.30
Saltford House Scout Events all afternoon
Scout Camp Fire and Community Singing
12.00 – 17.00 Manor House Tea on the lawn throughout, plus, parade arrives by 13.00 with bagpipes
Vintage Brass Play 13.00
Farandole Dancers 13.30
Somerset Morris 14.00
Farandole Dancers 15.30
12.00 – 17.00 Queen Square
Newton Farm hot food available
12.00 – 17.00 Street Market open in High Street
12.00 – 17.00 Saltford Pottery - stalls/work with clay
12.00 – 17.00 Top Boat Shed Field Car Show (vintage and modern)
15.00 – 16.00 Church Lawn
Fun Dog Show
15.30 – 16.30 Jeffery’s Lodge, High Street
Games for younger children
The Crown - event to be confirmed (check the web site or PO notice board for details)
Monday 15 June 2015
9.30 – 11.30 Saltford Tennis Club
Ladies morning Free ladies tennis taster session - come along for a game and meet the club members
9.45 – 11.15 Saltford Hall
Free Jazzercise Taster Class - come along and try
10.30 – 12.00 Saltford Library
Read extracts from the recently published Saltford Memories book + collect a surprise book
12.00 – 13.00 Church Hall
Lunchtime Talk - The Modern Geography of Saltford - Dick Bateman.
This is one of a daily series of lunchtime talks by local people on a range of interesting topics. As well as the talk, there will be refreshments available.
14.00 – 16.00 Saltford Hall
Games afternoon - try Bowls, Scrabble, Rummykub and Banana games Coffee/tea & biscuits available.
14.00 – 15.30 Saltford Hall – Wansdyke Room
Free Yoga Taster Class - come along and try. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the session to complete a health questionnaire and, if you can, bring a non-slip mat and a blanket or big towel. Clothing should be comfortable and Yoga is practiced bare-foot.
17.00 – 19.00 Saltford School
It's a Knock Out – fun team competitions, including space hopper races and crate races.
17.30- 21.00 Bird In Hand – High Street, Saltford
Festival Special Meal - one of the Chef’s Special Supper Evenings.
Chef’s Festival
Special Supper Evening
Monday 15 June High St, Saltford
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Chef’s Special
Festival Supper Evening
Monday 15 June
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Tuesday 16 June 2015
10.00 - 12.00 Saltford Hall
WI Coffee Morning and stalls (everyone welcomed by the Afternoon WI)
Here we Grow - nursery event and link with coffee morning
12.00 – 13.00 Church Hall
Lunchtime Talk – Telling the story of the Saltford Carthaginian Coin and Saltford's history - the new ground-breaking project from Saltford Environment Group. Phil Harding MBE, Chairman, SEG.
This is one of a daily series of lunchtime talks by local people on a range of interesting topics. As well as the talk, there will be refreshments available.
12.15 – 13.00 Saltford Hall
Free Zumba Gold Class – come and join Gabrielle and her lovely ladies for some Zumba Gold® routines. There will be a short burst of energetic, Latin inspired dance, fitness. It is suitable for just about anyone from 8 or younger to 88 or older and guaranteed to make you smile. You will need suitable exercise shoes e.g. trainers and some water.
18.30-20.30 Saltford Tennis Club
Social evening tennis. Come and join us for a free taster session at our mixed social tennis evening and meet the club members. You can also join us at the same time on Thursday 18th.
19.00 Parish Walk - Brian Cooper will be leading this annual Parish walk, starting and finishing in the Shallows. Strong shoes advised!
19.30 A Flavour of the 40's with singalong – Decade Dolls £10 incl food Saltford Hall
With the help of our own Decade Dolls, we will provide an evening of song and dance and serve you with a delicious flavour of the 40's and a vegetarian option.
Wednesday 17 June 2015
09.45 – 11.15 Saltford Hall
Wednesday Morning Badminton – free taster available
12.00 – 13.00 Church Hall
Lunchtime Talk - The Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution - past, present and the future - Betty Suchar.
This is one of a daily series of lunchtime talks by local people on a range of interesting topics. As well as the talk, there will be refreshments available.
14.00 – 16.00 Saltford Hall
Social Event with afternoon tea and stalls (everyone welcomed by the Evening WI)
14.00 – 16.00 Saltford Hall
Painting Exhibition by Painting for Pleasure
15.30 – 17.45 Saltford Hall
Free ballet taster class - come along and try
15.30 – 16.15 - 2 ½ to 4 ½ year olds
16.15 – 17.00 - 4 ½ to 6 year olds
17.00 – 17.45 - 6-7 year olds
16.30 – 18.00 Brownie Hut, Lansdown Road
Brownie Taster Session
Come and join in a Brownie unit for the afternoon. They are opening their units to both children and adults who want to see what guiding is all about. You may want to join as a child or have been thinking of volunteering as an adult. They will also have a large display of old and new photos, so if you have been a member of Saltford Guiding please pop in and enjoy the display. Refreshments will be served.
17.00 Guided History Walk from War Memorial - £2
There will be a free leaflet to accompany this walk, available from Library, Post Office and Saltford Hall. Hilary Smedley has also written an extended booklet called “A village called Saltford” which will be available at the Open Morning and various other events, priced just £2.50.
19.00 – 20.30 Guide Hut, Lansdown Road, Saltford
Guide Taster Session
As with the earlier Brownie session, come and join in a Guide unit for the evening. They are opening their units to both children and adults who want to see what guiding is all about. You may be a child who would like to join, or have been thinking of volunteering as an adult. Displays and refreshments served.
19.00 – 20.30 Saltford Library
Saltford Memories - book on sale with contributors present
19.30 Quiz Night - £6 per head including food Saltford Hall
This is an annual favourite that is always a sell out so get your tickets early, with team up to 6. As well as an enthralling quiz there will be a cheese ploughman’s supper served during the evening. 50% of the profits will be donated to support Saltford Tennis Club.
20.00 – 21.00 Saltford Hall, Wansdyke Room
Free Belly Dancing taster class - come along and try
POETRY COmPETiTiOn
Presentation to the first and second prize winners will be made at the Festival Opening on June 13th. A booklet with all the entries will be available for sale from then onwards. On Sat. June 20th there will be a reading of the poems by the authors at Saltford Library from 2.00-3.30pm.
Our Memories in Song with Afternoon Tea at Saltford
Primary School
Key Stage Two children have been inspired by the Golden oldies charity led by Golden Oldies founder and choir leader Grenville Jones. They will be performing a selection of popular World War One and Two songs. This is an opportunity for grandparents and the older generation in Saltford to visit the school for an enjoyable concert. The event starts at 2pm. Please reserve seats by ringing the school on 01225 872185
Thursday 18 June 2015
9.45 – 11.15 Saltford Hall
Free Jazzercise Taster Class - come along and try
10.00 – 11.15 Saltford Hall
Free Jolly Babies and Music with Mummy Sessions
10.00 – 10.30 Jolly Babies – bring your baby along for singing, a bit of dancing and playing with some lovely music instruments. Classes for 0 -15mths
10.45 – 11.15 Music with Mummy - bring your toddler along for singing, a bit of dancing and playing with some lovely music instruments. Classes for 15mths - 3yrs
12.00 – 13.00 Church Hall
Lunchtime Talk – A Reasonably Accurate History of Saltford Manor, reputedly the oldest continuously occupied domestic home in England - Richard Canter.
This is one of a daily series of lunchtime talks by local people on a range of interesting topics. As well as the talk, there will be refreshments available.
14.00 School Hall
Our Memories in Song with afternoon tea. Older members of our community are invited to come along and enjoy. Please reserve seats by ringing the school on 01225 872185
18.00 – 19.30 Brownie Hut, Lansdown Road, Saltford
Brownie Taster Session
Come and join in a Brownie unit for the afternoon. They are opening their units to both children and adults who want to see what guiding is all about. You may want to join as a child or have been thinking of volunteering as an adult. They will also have a large display of old and new photos, so if you have been a member of Saltford Guiding please pop in and enjoy the display. Refreshments will be served
18.30 -20.30 Saltford Tennis Club – Social evening tennis. See Tuesday programme for more information
19.00 Geology Walk – Simon Carpenter - £2
An opportunity to discover more about our geological heritage by looking at the rocks exposed around the village including those used in our buildings. The local rocks abound in fossils and the leader will be bringing examples from his own collection for participants to see and hold. The ramble will last approximately 2 hours, starting at the War Memorial at the bottom of Beech Road and finishing at the junction of Avon & Mead Lane. There will be a few steps and stiles to negotiate. The extensive network of footpaths in the village will be used for the walk and participants are encouraged to wear stout footwear.
19.30 Saltford Hall
Frenchman Street Jazz Band – tickets £12, including supper
Friday 19 June 2015
12.00 – 13.00 Church Hall
Lunchtime Talk - The Life of a Submariner - Paul Goddard. Coffee/tea & biscuits available.
This is the last in a daily series of lunchtime talks by local people on a range of interesting topics. As well as the talk, there will be refreshments available.
14.00–18.00 Open garden & refreshments Eastover Farm - £2
Ray and Penny Buchanan have kindly agreed to open their garden again. Eastover Farm is situated along Manor Road leading to Keynsham – signs will be out. There is ample parking in the field behind. The garden has a formal appeal as well as the most wonderful fully established wild flower meadow. A Saltford gem not to be missed. As well as the garden you can enjoy a relaxing tea and cakes.
14.30 Geology walk – Simon Carpenter - £2
An opportunity to discover more about our geological heritage by looking at the rocks exposed around the village including those used in our buildings. The local rocks abound in fossils and the leader will be bringing examples from his own collection for participants to see and hold. The ramble will last approximately 2 hours starting at the War Memorial at the bottom of Beech Road and finishing at the junction of Avon & Mead Lane. There will be a few steps and stiles to negotiate. The extensive network of footpaths in the village will be used for the walk and participants are encouraged to wear stout footwear.
18.30 – 19.30 Saltford Hall – Wansdyke Room
Free Pilates Class – come and join John for a free session to see if Pilates might be the thing for you. Suitable for all ages and abilities. All equipment supplied. To book and reserve a place call 0117 9864914. Please note that the Saltford class normally takes place every Thursday evening 18.30-19.30.
19.30 Saltford Hall
Night of Magic and Mystery - John Isaacs and friends (members of Bath Magic Circle) - tickets £10, including supper
GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO BUY SOME BOOKLETS
“A Village Called Saltford” by Hilary Smedley - £2.50
‘Aspects of the First World War in Keynsham & Saltford’ – 2 parts, each £2.50
“Saltford Memories” – by the Friends of Saltford Library - £3.00
These, plus the poetry book and the calendar, will be available during the Open Morning and from Saltford Library and Saltford Hall or via
Saturday 20 June 2015
10.00 – 14.00 Country Market + Village Crier Saltford Hall
Saltford has always had successful Markets. The Country Market will have over 30 stalls with a range of stall holders who produce their own wares. The SCA will organise a number of stalls that rely on donations. Items that need a new home! Do you make cakes, grow plants, sew or have amazing bric-a brac, toys, nearly new clothes or books to give us? Phone 01225 872489. If you want to rent a stall for £20 then give us a ring.
Our Community Café will be serving Newton Farm bacon rolls as well as well coffee/tea and cakes
10.00 – 13.00 History of Saltford – Saltford Hall
Exhibition by Saltford Environment Group & B&NES Council, showing the oldest artefact of human life ever found recently in Saltford. This lost and found artefact is so old that it is not just BC (Before Christ) but 'Before Cleopatra!'
10.00 – 16.00 Brass Mill
Exhibitions and talk at 2pm on “John Podmore”
10.00 – 16.00 Flower Display Church
An opportunity to enjoy some wonderful flower arrangements in the peace of the church without the hustle and bustle of daily life.
14.00–18.00 Open garden & refreshments Eastover Farm - £2
Ray and Penny Buchanan have kindly agreed to open their garden again. Eastover Farm is situated along Manor Road leading to Keynsham – signs will be out. There is ample parking in the field behind. The garden has a formal appeal as well as the most wonderful fully established wild flower meadow. A Saltford gem not to be missed. As well as the garden you can enjoy a relaxing tea and cakes.
14.00 – 15.30 Saltford Library
Reading poetry submitted for the competition
14.00 – 17.30 Saltford School
School Fair - theme “Through the Wars”
17.00 Guided History Walk from War Memorial finishing at Jolly - £2
There will be a free leaflet to accompany this walk, available from Library, Post Office and Saltford Hall. Hilary Smedley has also written an extended booklet titled “A Village called Saltford” which will be available at the Open Morning and various other events, priced just £2.50.
19.30 Saltford Hall
Gala Night with comedian Bob Webb, flautist Chris Docherty and Cabaret - Perform Dance – tickets £15, including 3 course meal
FINALE – OLD RIVER DAY - Sunday 21 June 2013
10.00 – 16.00 Flower Display Church
An opportunity to enjoy some wonderful flower arrangements in the peace of the church without the hustle and bustle of daily life.
10.00 – 16.00 Brass Mill
Exhibitions and talk, by Tony Coverdale, at 2pm on “The Restoration of the Brassmill”
14.00 – 18.00
River Celebrations on the Avon
An afternoon of fun and races on the river, centred at the new rowing complex by Saltford Marina
On the river :-
2:00 Start with dragon tasters to get some noise and fun going
2:30 Two sets of Pubs’ rowing races in Explore Fours, interspersed with dragon tasters (£5)
2:50 Canoe demonstrations ( Canoe Avon )
3:15 Avon County beginner races Team A vs Team B in Explore boats
3:30 Junior taster sessions in canoes ( Northavon Canoe Club ) (£3)
4:00 Avon County beginner races Team C vs Team D in Explore boats
4:15 Dragon boat race between expert dragon boaters
4:30 Parade of different canoes ( Canoe Avon )
4:45 Two more sets of Avon County beginners’ races
5:00 Loser Pubs’ rowing race
5:15 Junior taster sessions in canoes ( Northavon Canoe Club ) (£3)
5:30 Loser beginners’ rowing race
5:40 “Pride of the River” - Noisy dragon boat race between Avon County RC and Canoe Avon (none have ever been in a dragon boat before!)
5:45 Final of the beginner rowing race
6:00 Final of the Pubs’ rowing race
On dry land
Land based games and competitions with the Rainbows/Guides/Brownies
BBQ & refreshments
18.00 till late Riverside Inn
Celebration with music (Nosy Parker) and food