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Agent makes online move
Estate agent Humberts has launched its new lettings department. Humberts, Salisbury, will act for prospective landlords and tenants renting out and searching for properties. To celebrate the launch, tenants will not pay administration fees (other fees remain). Suzanne... read more
Personal touch improves pass rate
Andover College achieved an incredible 100% A Level pass rate again, with high grades increasing, cementing its position as one of the leading colleges in the region, according to Principal Tim Jackson. The impressive result marks the first of the new two-year linear... read more
Stunning results for South Wiltshire UTC
The first-ever set of A Level results were celebrated by students at South Wiltshire UTC. Engineering students had a 100% pass rate, with an average grade of Distinction, which contributed to the UTC’s overall 90% pass rate. South Wiltshire UTC opened in September,... read more
Land trust strengthens team
Three new directors joining the board of Wilton Community Land Trust will strengthen its ambitions and future plans. Local business owner and Wilton resident Neil Prigent is the new chairman of the Trust. He said that, with a Business Enterprise Hub opening in late... read more
Godolphin girls make the grades
Godolphin in Salisbury celebrated another set of outstanding A-level results and the highest percentage of A* grades since 2012. Nearly 40% of the girls sitting the exams gained at least one A* and more than half got at least one A grade. The results were more... read more
Sarum strides to success
Sarum Academy is delighted with “terrific” A Level results this year, with 100% of our pupils passing their courses. “The results demonstrate the huge strides forward the Academy has made in the past two years and reflect our ambition for excellence. Our overall... read more
Boys’ hard work pays off
77% of the A level papers for boys in Year 13 at Bishop Wordsworth’s School were A*-B, showing an increase of 8% on the headline figure compared to summer 2016. “Our boys will be off to top class universities across the UK and further afield. Huge... read more
A is for amazing at Avon
A Level results were celebrated by students at Avon Valley College, part of Salisbury Plain Academies, as they collected their exam results today. Juliette Baldwin, Acting Principal at the Durrington campus said: “We are pleased to see an overall increase in the... read more
Exceptional student achievements at South Wilts Grammar School
Michele Chilcott Headteacher, reports “Students have yet again excelled in their A-Level examinations this year with an outstanding 75% of all A-Level results at A*, A or B grades. A tremendous 47% of all grades were A* or A, with 15.7% at A* and a pass rate of 99.2%.... read more
Cost of rural crime
By Paula Tegerdine The cost of rural crime has risen more than 10% in Dorset, according to the National Farmers’ Union, but has dropped by 14% in Hampshire and 18% in Wiltshire. The NFU Mutual annual Rural Crime Report is based on national crime statistics: in Dorset,... read more
Planning for the big day
Salisbury will host a second Wedding Fair on Sunday, September 3, from 11am to 3pm. The Guildhall already hosts weddings and large events all year round, so is said to be the perfect setting for intended brides and grooms to meet specialists to help with the big day,... read more
Carnival capers return to city
Salisbury’s illuminated carnival is on Friday, October 20 from 7.30pm, organised by Salisbury City Council. The event attracts entries from Wessex Carnival Circuit, steam enthusiasts and local community groups and businesses. The procession starts in the Central Car... read more
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Display Unit
Elegant classic style, glass double door dsiplay with shelving, bookcase, drawers and four cupboards. £135.
07923 046 655
Polaroid cameras
2 cameras. £15. 01722507418.
Dial telephone
“Old-Style”. £10. 01722507418.
Poole Pottery Coffee Set
£10. 01722507418
Wooden Ladder
3 x 6ft. £20. 01722507418
Bed
4ft 6ins wide, with decorative metal bed head. Hardly used. £50 ono.
01747 870 027.
Woodturning Lathe for sale
CCBL Lathe, 1 HP motor, includes head/tailstock, chuck & various accessories,
Details & price Tel 01747 826782 or email rlilley769@btinternt.com.
RYOBI Electrical Strimmer.
Hardly used, with all attachments. Cost £100 asking for £50.
07762 775 778
Youngman Builder’s Ladder
Extends to roof and gable ends of house, 3 sections. Aluminium. £60.
07981 120 534 or 01722 680 309
3-piece suite.
Chesterfield style, aztec design, Large. £80 ono. Buyer collects. 01264 850 471.
Two large mahogany display cabinets.
With light, £60 each, ono. Buyer Collects, 01264 850 471.
Dressing table and matching drawers.
Matching G-plan, grey and pink. £50 ono. Buyer Collects. 01264 850 471
Cats outside shelter
Brand New. Cost £50, will accept £30. 01747 631 261.
Omron Nebulizer
£40 ono. 01747 531 261.
Adult Wheelchair
Can be self-wheeled or pushed, used only once. £60 ono. 01747 631 261.
Music Stand
For sheet music and music books. £15. 01722 410 932.
Digital Piano
Yamaha, full-sized. £175. 01722 410932
Jobs For You
Calling Violinists and Violists
The Blackmore Vale Orchestra is recruiting advanced level violinists & violists. More info at www.blackmorevaleorchestra.weebly.com Contact Katy Ashman for details. blackmorevaleorchestra@gmail.com ... read moreTrainee Sales Negotiator/Sales Negotiator
Due to continued success we are currently looking for a Trainee Sales Negotiator/Sales Negotiator to join our market leading office in Salisbury. If you are looking to start a career in estate agency or are already established within the industry but looking to... read morePart-time companion for wonderful older Lady
Do you a few hours per week to spare ? Shaftesbury: A lovely older lady with a colourful history requires someone to share her hobbies and interests with. Are you compassionate and a good listener? If so, please get in touch – you could make a positive... read moreAdvert title: Repair / customer services /sales person
Repair / customer services /sales person required for new sales/service centre in Blandford Forum Great Full time or Part time opportunity for local employment We are offering an excellent position for Full time/Part Time employment with full benefits for an... read moreWilton House – Part Time House Guide – Seasonal
We are currently looking for an enthusiastic, arts based candidate who enjoys working in the public sector to join our team of hard-working, knowledgeable guides. Previous experience would be an advantage (as would be an additional language), but training will be... read moreHoliday Lodge Change-over
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LWS Irrigation Ltd require a stores assistant to work with their small, friendly team in Dinton. No experience necessary, training will be given. Hours – Monday to Friday 8.00am to 5.00pm. Please send CV by email. Salary: Negotiable Name: Mick Regan Email:... read moreValley Features
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‘Getting good exam grades is not a ‘make or break’ moment’
As young people across Hampshire get their AS and A Level results, Childline is offering support to those worried about their results. The service, provided by the NSPCC, provided 1,133 counselling sessions to young people concerned about exam results in 2016/17 – a... read more
Foodies are in for a treat at The Romsey Show
Food aficionados are in for a treat with a souped up food offering at The Romsey Show this year. The Show Society has brought all the catering in-house and has gone back to its roots as it celebrates The Show’s 175thanniversary, with a strong emphasis on artisan local... read more
Road-train workhorse is well-equipped
A FIAT pick-up? No, never. Fiat is the home of good-value family cars, cute city cars and zesty convertibles. Honestly, it is true, Fiat have produced a pick-up. Well, sort of. The new Fiat Fullback is a re-worked Mitsubishi L200 which means it is about as dependable... read more
Summer Garden Trends 2017
The UK is experiencing its hottest summer in decades. In fact, when the season officially began last month, reports from ITV specified that the peak temperature recorded was almost 34deg. C. All throughout the summer, the UK is expected to have much warmer... read more
Perfect pooch pinches top prize
On June 25, Dogwise Training School, Mere, held its annual dog show to help raise funds for Battersea Dogs Home and Happy Landings animal shelter, based in Shepton Mallet. The owner of Dogwise Training School, Tina Hazzard, was delighted to announce that this year’s... read more
Most wanted finalists again
Wilton-based hair and beauty salon group JASHAIR are finalists in the national hairdressing competition, the Most Wanted Awards, in the category ‘Best UK Local Salon’. Having beaten off nationwide competition, JASHAIR has proved to be one of the best salons in the UK... read more
All steamed up
An unusual event at Salisbury museum on Tuesday, June 20, brings in a group of steam cars when The Steam Car Club of Great Britain stops at the museum for a few hours., The 13 stunning vintage and veteran cars can be investigated at close quarters, driven by members... read more
One comfortable win for the Tories, but one giant leap for Labour
By Andy Datson Once again Wiltshire and North Dorset proved to be a Tory stronghold, but the Labour candidates had their own share of success in the snap election. John Glen held onto his Salisbury seat with a 17,333 vote majority over second place Labour candidate... read more
Headliners return to Southampton Common
Common People the ultimate bank holiday bonanza is back on Southampton Common May 27 and 28. DJ legend Pete Tong will top the bill on Saturday and king of the dancehall, Sean Paul will headline The Common Stage on Sunday night bringing Common People 2017 to a close.... read more
Humble beginnings to heady heights
By Dominic Parkes From humble beginnings manufacturing bicycle parts, Kia reached the heady heights of selling nearly three million units a year, and the South Korean brand seems to be powering ever forward. The 2017 Rio model is in the Clio and Polo super-mini pool... read more
Nick Andrew and Wylye Valley Art Trail
By Fanny Charles Nick Andrew, who was one of the founders of Wylye Valley Art Trail, will be opening his studio at Bull Mill, Crockerton, for this year’s trail from May 27 to June 4. But Nick is also looking for a London gallery to show the paintings he has been... read more
A car you buy with your emotion
Pictures and words copyright Dominic Parkes 2017 I think the Fiat media co-ordinator was on the verge of changing her number and email address such was my dogged pursuit of reviewing the Fiat Spider. Almost weekly, I could be heard whining and pleading to secure the... read more
Racecourse gallops to success
By Will Bradley Significant investment for another premier season at the popular track is giving Salisbury Racecourse a good run into the new season. The racecourse team are gearing up for another successful summer of 16 flat-race meetings and live-music events at the... read more
New play’s true tale
A play by agricultural story editor of The Archers Graham Harvey and AJ Kroon, former producer of The Archers, brings to the stage the true tale of an unlikely Cotswold hero, a West Country Land Army girl in an enduring romance. No Finer Life is set in the Oxfordshire... read more
New campus traffic warning
No objection was raised by Warminster Town council members to plans for a new hotel resort, water park, business conference facility and an immersive animal experience at Longleat. But members warned Wiltshire Council of ‘the potential for serious traffic congestion... read more
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