General Meeting, Thursday, 18 March

The General Meeting held on Thursday, 18 March at The George Hotel was well attended.  The guest speakers Alex Sparks of SWEP (South West Economic Partnership), Lucy Howland and Michelle & Andy Rawlings of A&R Metalcraft gave very interesting presentations.  Alex explained her role and how she can assist local businesses in various matters.  (If you would like to be put in touch with Alex please email secretary@stonehengechamber.co.uk).   Lucy Howland advised us of her recent feasibility study for the re-use of the old Co-op site and survived the tough questions!  We wish Lucy well with her plans.  Michelle and Andy Rawlings advised us of a fascinating project they are participating in – the making of The Ancestor.  All very mysterious but it turns out to be a huge metal sculpture representing early man.  The plans are to use the sculpture at Stonehenge during Solstice and the rest of the year he will be resident at Solstice Park.  The project includes involvement from the local communities in the area to provide him with a head-dress at different times of the year.  Andy and Michelle are looking for funding and support for the project, particularly support as they freely admit this is all new to them.  If you can help and want to get involved please email secretary@stonehengechamber.co.uk.