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help themselves. However, also included was a record form for residents to keep
band of ringers in 1969 and in his turn a log of their broadband speeds. The intention was both to provide the evidence
has taught rope-handling, ringing up, needed to lobby BT Openreach to improve their current offering as well as
ringing down and the art of call persuading them to bring forward their plans for Superfast Broadband in the
change ringing to many dozens of Village. Armed with this information as well as his considerable tenacity and
young people and adults. He was of powers of persuasion, these objectives were achieved.
course a brilliant musician and
sometimes disappeared early from In selecting these examples of the contributions Campbell has made to our
ringing to lead the congregation Community, I am particularly struck by the theme that links them. Throughout his
with his violin whenever the organist service to the Community Campbell has predominately looked to the future. In
was not around.” doing this he has sought to engage with as many Parishioners as possible; public
consultation and listening to feedback have been the foundation of what he has
Three years ago, we gathered in the sought to deliver and the recommendations he has made.
church to celebrate John’s 80 th
birthday. It was a wonderful In nominating Campbell as our Volunteer of the Year, we want to recognise and
occasion and a great tribute to a thank him for his efforts during this year and the many that have gone before.
man who inspired us all. John was
able to have his very first ring of ‘Bob On behalf of our whole Community, Campbell, thank you and well done!”
Doubles’ on the tenor, the sixth and
heaviest bell. A magnificent birthday Parish Litter Pick
cake was produced, and the 60
ringers and guests enjoyed a A lively group of 21 willing volunteers
memorable evening. However, what came out in force once again to help
struck me most was the love and with the Affpuddle and Turnerspuddle
affection that everyone had for John. He had been such an inspiring and indelible Parish Litter Pick. Once a biennial event,
influence on all our lives. due to the ever-increasing amounts of
litter, this has now become an annual
It was only at the New Year that Diana and I shared a supper together with John
and Mary. We would get together every year at this time either at our house or task.
theirs, a tradition which lasted over 40 years. John had cooked the meal and was Amongst the mountain of plastic and
in great form with his usual zest for life. He was looking forward to the coming year general debris, discarded items included
with such enthusiasm that it is difficult to believe he will no longer be with us. tyres, builders rubbish, sofa cushions, toilets
and even a car door.
We shall miss our dear friend John, his wit, his wisdom, his huge sense of fun.
Spending time with him was always a rewarding experience. We are deeply A very big thank you to all those who
saddened by the loss of a dear old friend. turned up over the weekend of 7 -8
th
th
April. Councillors are also very conscious
Bob Holman
that many Parishioners spend time picking up litter as they walk the Parish on a
regular basis, as well as reporting fly tipping to the Council, this wider contribution
is also very much appreciated.
The Litter Pick, together with ongoing efforts, should stand the parish in good
stead, for this year’s entry to the Best Kept Village Competition. Last year the
Parish Council was delighted to learn that Briantspuddle had received a special
award, as part of the competition, from Purbeck District Council. The award was
entitled “Best Kept Village in Purbeck 2017”.

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