Wimborne Minster Town Mayor's Blog of 2018/19

Well what a great formal engagement in our very own Church Street.  The very popular Gin House has moved from up the road on West Borough, to just opposite the Oddfellows (smallest pub ever) and Cantina (lovely coffee shop). I… Continue Reading →

I was eased in gently with a low key event courtesy of the Wimborne Literary Festival where I was able to sit with the crowd and enjoy the talk from Adam Hart-Davis.  He took us through his new book which… Continue Reading →

Well Tuesday 15th May 2018 was a first for me and a very special evening that’s for sure!  I have to say I was somewhat nervous ahead of the meeting – having to do a speech in front of all… Continue Reading →

The Mayor’s Civic Service takes place about this time each year.  And Cllr Terry Wheelers service was this Sunday.  Various dignitaries from across Dorset – affectionately known as ‘the Chain Gang’ (for obvious reasons), attended.  The Minster is very special… Continue Reading →

The Cemetery Clerk showed a few of us around the Cemetery today.  I’d never been there before (that could be considered a good thing I know)!  But if you’re lucky enough not to have needed to go there either, you… Continue Reading →

French Visitors Celebrate in Wimborne Minster This year is the 50th anniversary of Wimborne Minster twinning with Valognes.  The membership of both the English and French organisations came out in force today to mark the occasion.  The Mayor introduced me… Continue Reading →

  I attended a meeting this morning with Wimborne History Festival personnel and a number of other key people, including representatives from the Minster and Royal British Legion.  We were discussing how the town will participate in a nationwide events… Continue Reading →