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The Gillingham Podcast

Ray Lee

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20 episodes
Updated July 11
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Episodes20

July 11 · 14 min
Gillingham Rising Podcast
I spoke to Ben Perry, who is Chair of the Gillingham Rising Community Group, at their inaugural event on the Town Meadow. He told me about their plans to make Gillingham a more community spirited town. I also chatted with several stall holders at the...
May 12 · 8 min
Gillingham Foodbank Podcast
I spoke to Helen Weaver, who is the project manager of the Gillingham Foodbank, about the current need for some people on low incomes.
April 1 · 21 min
Rokit Choir Podcast
I spoke to Mark James who is the founder and musical director of the Rokit Choir about their journey from their beginning to today.
February 27 · 12 min
Gillingham Community Bus Podcast
The new Gillingham Community Shuttle Bus was launched at Waitrose in Gillingham on 27th February 2026. I went along and spoke to Councilor Belinda Ridout about the pilot scheme.
February 26 · 5 min
Library Extended Access Podcast
I spoke to Daniel Coleman at Gillingham library about the new extended access scheme, which has just been launched. It means you can access the library six days a week, even when there are no staff.
January 17 · 8 min
Gillingham Walkers Podcast
I spoke to Penny Peat who is the organiser of the Gillingham Walkers group, who are currently looking for new volunteer leaders. Training is available for anyone who is interested.
January 16 · 26 min
Belle Street Podcast
I spoke to Susan Grant and Joni DeWinter who are the musical duo Belle Street. We discussed their career so far plus Hugh The Musical, which they wrote and starred in. I have included three songs from the musical on this podcst. ( Some of the content...
Dec 18, 2025 · 9 min
Read Easy Podcast
Jane Jarrett is the co-ordinator of Read Easy North Dorset. She talked to me about what they do for people who either cannot read or have difficulty reading.
Dec 12, 2025 · 4 min
Gillingham Seniors Club Podcast
The Gillingham Seniors Club is where pensioners meet and socialise once a fortnight. Quizzes, trips out and entertainers are all regular features.
Nov 27, 2025 · 7 min
Three Rivers Partnership Podcast
I met with Councillor Barry Von-Clemens at the Kaffee in Gillingham to discuss the role of the Three Rivers Partnership.
Nov 15, 2025 · 9 min
Gillingham Community Christmas Lunch Podcast
I spoke to Barbara Hurst who helps organise the Gillingham Community Christmas Lunch which is held on Christmas day at the North Dorset Rugby Club.
Nov 13, 2025 · 8 min
Gillingham Carlink Podcast
I spoke to Peter Hurst who is the secretary of Gillingham Carlink, a charity set up to provide transport to enable people to attend medical appointments.
Nov 6, 2025 · 7 min
Gillshed Podcast
I spoke to Phil Wheatley who runs the Gillshed situated in Orchard Park Garden Centre in Gillingham. He told me all about Gillshed and what they do.
Oct 31, 2025 · 11 min
Mindful Podcast
I talked to Sally Nutbeem who is the chair of trustees of Mindful, the charity for people with dementia and memory problems.
Oct 27, 2025 · 10 min
Age Concern Podcast.
I spoke to a volunteer at Age Concern who are based at Sturminster Newton. She told me of all the services they provide.
Oct 15, 2025 · 12 min
Fraud Preventon Podcast
I spoke to Damian Cranny, the Dorset police fraud protection officer, about fraud and how to be better prepared to avoid it.
Oct 10, 2025 · 35 min
James Passey Podcast
In conversation with Gillingham based singer songwriter James Passey on the release of his debut album Lo-Fi, playing three tracks from the album,
Oct 4, 2025 · 10 min
Shaftesbury and Gillingham University of the Third Age podcast
Roger Laidler talks about the sgu3a, it's activities and membership.
Oct 1, 2025 · 6 min
Lloyds Bank Closure podcast
Lloyds bank in Gillingham will be closing it's doors for good on 8th January 2026. Here's some useful information for it's customers.
Sep 28, 2025 · 7 min
Dorset Local Plan Consultations podcast
Information on the Dorset Local Plan Options Consultation 2025. How you can have your say on what is proposed in Gillingham.