Page 23 - link magazine

Swindon Wide 23

New doll in the house WOOTTON BASSETT
A portrait hanging on the walls of Lydiard House has been given a 3D D & L Blinds BRASS BAND
creation in the shape of a doll. Rollers • Verticals • Venetians
under new Musical Director
Made by Barbara Pleated Blinds • VELUX® Clive Compson,
Boyle, a member of the Conservatory Blinds welcomes new players, in particular
Upper Thames National cornetists, at their practice nights
QUALITY BLINDS AT
Association for Decora- Wednesday 8pm to 10pm
AFFORDABLE PRICES
tive and Fine Arts Soci- in the United Reformed Church,
eties (NADFAS). the doll Fast and reliable service Wood Street, Wootton Bassett.
is modelled on the por- Evenings & weekends no problem Parking available closeby.
trait of George Richard, All blinds fitted free
The Band plays a wide variety of music
3rd Viscount Boling- Choose from a wide range
broke, as a child that of fabrics fronn the comfort and is developing towards competition
was painted by his standard in the near future.
0 , /tour own home
mother. the society art- To find out more and register your
Contact Paul on 01793 619428
ist. Lady Diana Spen- interest, call Band Secretary:
cer. FREE QUOTES NO OBLIGATION Brian Timbrell on 01793-538132
Caroline Allington,
Curator of Lydiard
THE
House said, "the doll is
a beautiful recreation of
one which might have
been made in the 18th
Century. We are ex-
NADFAS branch president Dodo flaw/logs
tremely grateful to holds up the doll ib front of the 3rd Viscount's CARPETS & F L O O R I N r,
Barbara Boyle for her portrait, top, and Lady Diana. lower right Carpets : Vinyls : Wood Laminate
work. The doll is a lovely Entrance Matting : Flotex : Remnants
addition to the display in the blue group of volunteers are currently Stair Runners : Tiles
dressing room, close to a pastel transcribing Lydiard documents. Underlays & Accessories
portrait of Lady Diana Spencer." J_Qta amity Busil• —
At Lydiard in August
Volunteers from the Upper • All types of fencing installed W ^11F- -
Thames NADFAS have been ac- The Railway Children. Open air Full patio/decking service
tively involved in a number of theatre production in front of the • Made to measure gates .......
All pressure treated timbers
projects with Lydiard House over house. Details on page 26. • Help/advice on all fencing & landscape ma tters
several years and are responsible From the silver screen. An
Free estimates on 01793 855800
for the embroidered window seat exhibition of costumes from recent
Unit 23 & 24 Oaklands Ind. Est. Braydon. Swindon
cushions in all the state rooms. A fil ms. Details on page 27.
Lydiard hosts equestrian extravaganza
Spirit of the Horse - Chimera, Europe's largest equestrian touring
theatre show, sets up camp in Lydiard Park from 17 to 20 August.
Thirty horses from their seats as the
nine countries and mounts gallop at
dancers come to- speeds of up to 25
gether in stunning miles an hour.
choreographed rou- Making a welcome
tines with state of the return is one of Spirit
art lighting and sound of the Horse's most
in a magnificent 2,000 popular equestrian
seat tented theatre. stars, Pegasus the
This truly world-class winged horse. This
show will appeal to gentle and astound-
everyone — and not ing fantasy horse has
just those mad on a wingspan of more
horses. than 20 feet and is
The breathtaking stunningly beautiful.
2006 production features a gigan- The packed show also features
tic monster from the classic legend performances from graceful and
of Chimera. The tale is told in a elegant Arabian stallions and the
spectacular fashion, with action, stunning Spanish Cappell Perez
humour, poetic motion, and awe- riders. There will be demonstra-
inspiring lighting effects. It cel- tions of skills such as juggling on
ebrates the bonding of man with horseback and laughs with Scout
his most trusted ally: the horse. the fun-loving comedy horse.
Dare-devil stunt riders from Mon- After the performance, the audi-
golia will be joining the show to ence has the opportunity to visit
make their first UK appearance. the specially designed stables to
The Stunt Riders of Eshimbekovy meet the equine stars and their
are acclaimed as one of the world's human partners which makes a
greatest trick riding troupes; their heart-warming finale to an unfor-
colourful, daring and high-speed gettable experience for the whole
act is an amazing demonstration family.
of trust between horse and rider. See the advertisement right for
Audiences will be on the edge of booking details.