Listen To Alfred

This time on Alfred, the podcast for Shaftesbury, The Vale and Chase areas of North Dorset and West Wiltshire: Good news for Shaftesbury’s stargazers – LEDs have reduced light pollution. Alfred visits Ansty Farm Shop for the Cranborne Chase AONB stargazing evening with our local astronomy experts. (00:27) Shaftesbury’s newest estate agent says the town is in demand. Matt Boatwright shares his views on future expansion of Shaftesbury and he says where he thinks he believes you can buy a bargain. (11:20) Shaftesbury Town Council could purchase The Wilderness. Locals want to protect the ancient woodland above French Mill Lane from development. Listen to hear how you could help. (17:10) A 93-year-old Shaftesbury dancer is starting monthly tea dances. Tony Hawkins tells his incredible story about being spotted for his dancing skills in Egypt, after the war. (26:00) Motcombe should not become a Shaftesbury suburb says draft Neighbourhood Plan. Villagers have been clear about how they want Motcombe to develop. (30:1