Braunton Travis Perkins For all your building & landscaping projects Open for trade & non trade
Monday to Friday 7.30am - 5.00pm Saturday 8.00am - 12.00
BRAUNTON & DISTRICT U3A
Monthly meetings in the Parish Hall, 1st Tuesday of the month. Next meeting 1st October 10.30am. This months speaker is Phil Walker talking on the “South West Blood Bikes”
Entry £2 includes tea/coffee and a biscuit. Members only, new members welcome, sign up on the day. For more information on U3A activities check the Braunton U3A website.
BRAUNTON LIBRARY
Every Monday, Under 5's, Mini Readers, read a story and have a sing song and craft, term time only 10.30 - 11.45.
Every other Monday Crochet & coffee 2 - 4pm, enquire in library for details. Tuesdays Lego Club 3.30 - 4.30.
Wednesday 10.30 - 12. Little Ones Stay & Play
Creative Writing second Wednesday of the month 1 - 3pm. £2 1st Friday of the month Art Box 3.30 - 4.30. £1 Saturdays Playmobil 10 - 12.15
Reading Groups - please ask for details
Volunteers required to help with Library extra opening, 2 hours a month would make a difference. Other activities and events are all advertised on our Facebook page and website. Did you know that we have a free service delivering books to your door (Braunton area) if you are unable to get to the library? If you think you or someone else would benefit from the Devon Libraries Home Library Service then please contact us on 01271 812808
CHRISTCHURCH, BRAUNTON
Saturday October 5th 10am – 12 Coffee morning at Christchurch. Money raised will go towards Everything Ellie. Community Café meets every Thursday at Christchurch 2.30 - 4.30pm. Come along and enjoy a warm welcome, a cuppa and home made cake - all for just £1.50. All ages welcome. See you there.
THE BRAUNTON MUSEUM AND INFORMATION
Thank you to all who supported the 50th Anniversary draw .It was a great success. The local business community were very generous with donations of prizes. Opening Hours are now Monday - Thursday 10- 3 pm, Friday 10 - 1 pm.
BRAUNTON FUNDRAISING GROUP FOR CANCER RESEARCH UK
Thursday 17th October - Quiz Night at the Cricket Club. Contact Jackie on 01271 814475 for ticket information. Good Bar with selection of snacks available. Large car park. Wednesday 23rd October - Collection at the Queens Theatre Barnstaple, for Cancer Research .
CHRISTIAN AID IN BRAUNTON
Autumn Market Saturday 28th September in the Parish Hall. Doors open at 10am. A variety of stalls and refreshments available.
BRAUNTON PARKINSON’S CAFE
Second Monday of the month at the Vivian Moon Centre, Chaloners Road, Braunton, EX33 2ES - 10.30 -12noon. A Parkinson’s Cafe is specifically for people with Parkinson’s, their partners, carers, family and friends to meet together for a cuppa and a chat in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. It is organised by volunteers from Parkinson’s UK and the Rotary Club of Braunton Caen. Please join us for a chat and the opportunity to make new friends. Contact Sarah on 01271 816150 or just turn up.
THE ROTARY CLUB OF BRAUNTON CAEN MEMORY CAFÉ
Last Wednesday of the month at the Vivian Moon Centre, Chaloners Road, Braunton, EX33 2ES 2-4pm
A memory café is a friendly and informal café with a warm Rotary welcome in a relaxed atmosphere, for people with memory problems. Please come and join us for a chat, fun and refreshments, as well as making new friends. It is free of charge. Just turn up or contact Geoff on 01271 815377.
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Winter Fuel Support
With the recent change to Winter Fuel Payments many older people will struggle this winter to heat their homes.
Previously, all pensioners were eligible for Winter Fuel Payments, but now only people on Pension Credit or certain other benefits will continue to receive the payment.
An estimated 880,000 low-income pensioner households eligible for Pension Credit currently fail to claim it. Over 5,000 of these households are in North Devon.
People who are eligible for Pension Credit receive an average of £3,900 a year and the Winter Fuel Payments of between £200 and £300 depending on personal circumstances.
If you are aged 66 or older, you live alone, you have no or low savings and you have a weekly income below £218.15 you are entitled to Pension Credit. If you are a couple (both aged 66+) the weekly income threshold to receive Pension Credit is below £332.95. If you receive Pension Credit you may also be entitled to help with housing costs and council tax.
If you would like some help to claim Pension Credit Age Concern Barnstaple and North Devon has a dedicated Help Desk open Monday to Friday 9.30am-1.30pm. The telephone number is 01271 445131.
If you would like face-to-face support you can make an appointment and come to one of our Benefits Clinics which are held in Barnstaple, South Molton and Ilfracombe.
If attending a clinic is difficult for you a home visit can be arranged.
Please don’t let the application process prevent you from claiming these entitlements, Age Concern can help you.
Telephone 01271 445131
Email: tina@ageconcernnorthdevon.org.uk
If you have experience of form filling and would like to help people with their benefit applications, we are looking for volunteers for our Barnstaple, Ilfracombe and South Molton Benefits Clinics.
Please get in touch with Jill on 01271 445134, or email jill@ageconcernnorthdevon.org.uk or call into our office, Age Concern, 116-118 Boutport Street, Barnstaple, EX31 1TD, we are open Monday – Friday 9.30am – 3.30pm.
You can find out more information about our services and volunteer opportunities on our website and Facebook page: www.ageconcernnorthdevon.org.uk or Facebook www.facebook.com/ ageconcernnorthdevon
We now have availability in the Braunton area!
Braunton Care is a well established, family run, CQC registered care provider within our local community of Braunton.
We have a dedicated team of experienced and fully trained carers that cater for a wide range of needs and ongoing development in health and social care services.
All staff are DBS checked and undergo a thorough recruitment and induction process to ensure a good quality service is provided to you or your loved ones.
Braunton Care are committed in providing the best quality care for yourself, or for a relative, on an individual, private and confidential basis in your own home.
Our aim is to support independent living to enable you to stay comfortably in your own home.
Some of the tasks we can assist with (but aren’t limited to):
-Personal Care (washing, dressing, bathing)
-Meal times
-Domestic tasks
-Shopping
-Appointments
-Dementia Care
-Sitting Service
-Medication Prompting
-Social activities
-Palliative Care
Phoenix Care at Home Ltd Are Recruiting CARERS in the BRAUNTON AREA
Various Shifts Available Ring 01271 816577 to find out more or pop in to our office
2 Caen Shopping Centre Braunton, EX33 1EE
As we now enter October, this month brings two things, even darker evenings and Halloween night on the 31st .
With the hour changing later this month it will start to get darker a lot earlier. Please check yours and your children’s bicycles for working lights. Too many cyclists are putting themselves in danger riding around without lights. It is an offence not to have working lights on your bikes while cycling during the hours of darkness Please don’t let yourself or your child become another road traffic statistic.
Halloween night or as its now commonly known as Trick or Treat is becoming more popular every year with large numbers taking part in Braunton. Most young children are escorted by an adult to keep them safe but as your children get older the pressure to let them go out on their own with friend’s increases. Please consider these safety tips to pass on to them to help keep them safe.
• Older children should let you know where they are going and when they will be back.
• If possible, make sure they carry a mobile phone.
• Remind your children not to enter anyone’s house.
• Make sure they can be seen and stay in well lit areas and on pavements at all times.
• Carry a torch and always consider road safety.
• Be sensible when out in a group with other teenagers. Respect homeowners who do not want to answer their door or where the No Trick or Treat sign is displayed. Warn them of the dangers they can get themselves into regarding the ‘trick’ part. Do not throw items such as eggs or flour at people houses. Tricks can go wrong, people could become aggressive, and it could end with your child being involved in a situation they can’t deal with.
The Braunton Neighbourhood Team will be patrolling the area to make sure that everyone enjoys themselves and don't act in an anti-social manner. For those taking part, Halloween is meant to be fun. Please remember this so the evening can be enjoyed by all. Thank You.
I will assure you of a quick response and a reasonably priced service! Call Alan on: 01271 268513/07977 507433 or email: info@cornerwayselectrical.co.uk
Over 50 years ago a group of ladies in Braunton decided to form a Handbell Ringing Team (Braunton Ladies Handbell Ringers). During this time they raised thousands of pounds for the local community and various charities through performances, coffee mornings and other events.
Due to advancing years, health issues and difficulties in recruiting new players the team made the decision to disband and sell the handbells.
The proceeds of the sale of the handbells was shared equally among the following good causes:
Over and Above
Brauntons’ Mens Shed
Devon Air Ambulance
Braunton Museum
Caen Medical Centre
Braunton Countryside Centre
Devon Blood Bikes
SCBU at North Devon District Hospital
The monies left in the teams account was donated to Braunton Library.
The ladies would like to say thank you to everyone who supported them over the years.
Braunton Police Drop in Events
Your local Braunton policing team are holding 'meet your local policing team' events at locations in Braunton throughout the year. This is your opportunity to speak with your local officers.
Future drop in event dates will be published on the Braunton Police’s Facebook page.
Braunton Parish Council is supporting our local Community Land Trust by providing a grant of £550 towards helping to secure truly affordable housing in our community.
Braunton Parish Council
Clerk’s Office
Chaloners Road
Braunton Devon, EX33 2ES
Phone: 01271 812131
Email: info@brauntonparishcouncil.gov.uk
Web: www.brauntonparishcouncil.gov.uk
Facebook.com/BrauntonParishCouncil
Twitter: @brauntonparish
Hours: 09:00 - 12:00 Monday - Friday
Tracey Lovell, Clerk to the Council
Angela Corner, Senior Council Officer
Julie Spain, Admin Assistant
Meetings Calendar 2024
Full Council meetings are held in the Council Chamber and additional meetings, to primarily consider planning applications, are held virtually. CouncillorSurgeriesareheld in the Parish Hall on the first Saturday ofalternatemonths.
Full Council Meeting
7pm Tuesday 8 October 2024
Additional Council Meeting 7pm Monday 28 October 2024 Councillor Surgery—Parish Hall 10.30am Saturday 5 October 2024
Treatment plans for muscular & joint pain management, fertility, anxiety, insomnia, cancer treatments, fatigue and hayfever. New space now close to North Devon Hospital. Contact Warren on acaciatherapies@outlook.com 07815 939 019 or visit www.acaciaacupuncture.co.uk
COMPUTER REPAIRS
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Meet Oscar: The Energetic Halden Hound Looking for His Forever Home
Oscar, a handsome one-yearold Halden Hound, is searching for a loving home with adopters who can match his active lifestyle. With his zest for life and endless curiosity, Oscar is ready to bring energy, love, and loyalty to the right family.
This adventurous hound would be perfect for adult adopters who enjoy long hikes, runs, and exploring the great outdoors. He is more than happy to walk for two hours or more a day, making him the ideal companion for anyone who enjoys being on the move. Oscar would also enjoy a family who offer him enrichment such as training and scent games.
Despite his love for adventure, Oscar is a wellmannered dog at home. He’s housetrained and travels well in the car, making trips easy and stress-free. He gets along wonderfully with other dogs, enjoying a good play session and benefiting from social interactions with doggy friends. While he could share his home with other dogs, he’s best suited to a cat-free environment without small furries or livestock. Oscar is happiest when outdoors, sniffing and exploring, but he would prefer a quieter home where he can settle into a routine.
Oscar enjoys a good game of tug, understands basic commands (sit, paw, down, focus), and has an appetite for treats. He has been known to counter-surf in the kitchen, which means his new family will have to keep things tidy and out of his reach. Occasionally, he may steal and guard new items in the home, but the rehoming team is happy to guide new owners on how to manage this behaviour.
Elise Watson, Centre Manager at Dogs Trust Ilfracombe says ““Oscar is such a sweet boy who is playful, clever, and full of energy. He’ll make a fantastic companion for someone who enjoys the outdoors as much as he does. He’s instantly friendly with everyone he meets, loves a fuss and a snuggle, and will make a fun, loving addition to any household. We can’t wait to find Oscar the perfect home.”
If you think you can offer Oscar an active and adventure -filled life outside of kennels, please visit www.dogstrust.org.uk/rehoming/dogs/haldenhound/1269185 for more information.
Down - Bops, Edge, Isopod, Stigma, Arti, Reel, Eco, Trimester, Yardstick, Lurch, Image, Bevel, Detach, Extras, Fast, Tray, Obi, Flea and East
CAT OF THE MONTH - Fifi
Say Hello to Fifi. This beautiful little girl doesn't seem to have realised that she's 11 years old and is very often as playful as any kitten. She generally loves company, although has been known to respond to rough play which makes her unsuitable for a household with young children. She likes to do her own thing too, so will need access to the great outdoors to be truly happy.
In our opinion she would flourish best in a household with adults and older children only, preferably experienced cat people, and with no other pets. Given that, she'll make a great addition to the right family.
Fifi has had the works at the vet and is vaccinated, microchipped, neutered and has had blood tests suited for her age. After passing her MOT with flying colours could you give dear Fifi the loving home she now needs?
For further information please contact: T: 03453714203
