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This time on Alfred, the podcast for Shaftesbury, The Vale and Chase areas of North Dorset and West Wiltshire: See the town’s most exciting historic discovery for decades at the first screening of ‘Shaftesbury Abbey – The Movie’. We talk with archaeology expert and star of the film, Julian Richards. (00:27) Calls to do more for Shaftesbury’s homeless after last week’s tragic death. Alfred hears how locals plan to remember flute-playing Phil Gilbert. (07:30) Social media experts are being sought to boost Shaftesbury’s online exposure and increase tourism numbers. Alfred talks with Brie Logan about the plans and proposals to create a Shaftesbury brand. (17:43) The Town Council objects to Redrow’s request to build additional homes to their new estate alongside the A350. You’ll hear why. (25:17)