Midsomer Norton Life Autumn 2020

Autumn 2020 Issue 36

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Exciting plans for Wellow Brook

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elcome once again to Midsomer Norton Life. The news in the last 24 hours before writing this has not been too good with 6 people in Midsomer Norton and Radstock being tested positive for Covid-19, but I do hope that the number does not increase too much before you get to read this. Hopefully, everyone else is managing to keep well and safe, and we can all keep getting on with our lives.

One thing that has been happening is that the High Street is getting busy again. More people are coming out to shop and I’ve noticed a number of people sitting on the benches by the river.

And why not? The river is looking lovely, isn’t it?

Shopping on our High Street is really important to me and it’s something I do keep on about. After all, need a pair of shoes? - come and buy them in town, need a loaf of bread? – come and buy it in town, need at toy? – come and buy it in town. I can’t think of any basics you might need that you can’t get here with the mixture of shops available, except for one. And I’m sure you’ll all be pleased to hear that that is about to change. Yes, after all these years, we will soon have a butcher again. Phil Day is moving here and will be based in the Old Brewery building next door to Magpie. So roll on open day!

It is a shame that we’ve had a bit of antisocial behaviour in the evenings over the weekends.

However, I would like to thank the Marshals and the Police for dealing with it as quickly as possible.

I’m sure a lot of you will have seen the entrance to the Town Park, by the Somer Centre. Doesn’t it look great? If you’ve walked around the park recently you can see how it is coming along and I don’t think it will be too long before the work will be completed. When we can start having public events again it will be wonderful to be able to organise them there.

Well, that’s it from me for now. Do have a good look through this magazine where you will find an

C O N T E N T S

WELCOME TO

PLANS FOR WELLOW BROOK

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TOWN PARK UPDATE

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MAINTENANCE WORK AT WEST CLEWES

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UNLOCKING MIDSOMER NORTON'S MEN'S SHED

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CHRISTMAS SOCIAL EVENTS

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A GRAND REOPENING AT MIDSOMER NORTON STATION

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MIDSOMER NORTON GREEN SPACES

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FUTURE OF MIDSOMER NORTON & DISTRICT ILLUMINATED CARNIVAL

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BATH RUGBY SUMMER SCHOOL

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amazing amount of information about the town.

Take care of yourselves and I’ll be back again in 3 months time.

Cllr Lynda Robertson – Mayor of Midsomer Norton Front page photograph: Tracy Bridges The next edition of Midsomer Norton Life will be in November. If you would like your group to be included in the next edition, please contact us on 01761 410141 before the deadline of 25th October 2020.

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PLANS FOR WELLOW BROOK W

ellow Brook is the brook that flows through Midsomer Norton, beneath Thicket Mead bridge and on to the north of Wheeler's Hill. It then joins up with the River Somer and eventually the River Avon. The area of land in the town through which the brook flows, is owned by the Duchy of Cornwall, who lease it to the Town Council.

Potential works to be undertaken include: • Improving the main through path.

• Replacing fencing and the kissing gate at the west entrance from Northmead Road.

• Clearing vegetation to provide a view of the brook.

• Removing existing dilapidated post and wire strand fencing.

• Installing a new seat along the same lines as the seating on the riverside walk in the Town Park.

• Installing a picnic bench to attract people to the area.

The meadow area will also receive attention and will be managed to maintain a balance of grassland and scrub and reduce the over dominance of coarse plants. The Himalayan Balsam in the area will also be brought under control. Mowing will be undertaken periodically to provide space for the public to use.

Improvement works are expected to begin shortly on the Wellow Brook Walk. The aims of the works are to improve the appearance and arrangement of the area, while at the same time maintaining the ecology of this diverse area and its abundance of wildlife. In order to protect the local species, Darwin Ecology have been asked to advise on any mitigation procedures to safeguard any potentially protected species during the work and to provide a working management plan. Data available on the site has also been obtained from Bristol Environmental Records Centre, which will feed into this process.

The Council has again consulted with Andy King at New Leaf Studios for the project, a chartered landscape architect based in the area. The Council have already worked extensively with Andy King on the Town Park. The drawing on the following pages prepared by Andy, shows the outline proposals for the Wellow Brook Walk.

The plan for the works also identifies two locations for new, improved interpretation signage. The design of these signs has not yet been agreed. However, it is envisaged that the signs will be similar to those in the Town Park.

By improving this green space in the Town, it is hoped that the area will be an attractive, natural, and usable space for the residents of Midsomer Norton to enjoy.

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PROPOSED WORKS Location Specific Proposals 1.

Main through path (Public Right of Way) improved providing 1.5m wide granular sub-base path

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West entrance from Northmead Road: Existing field gate, kissing gate and fencing replaced - see enlarged details, bottom right.

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Selective vegetation clearance under ecological guidance to provide view of the Wellow Brook.

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Wet area: Include for land drainage to take any surface water below and beyond path.

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Existing dilapidated post and wire strand fence shutting off meander island to be removed

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Existing piped outfall to be made good with new low key brick or concrete filled sand-bag headwall, offset from edge of path.

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Existing pipe inlet to be cleared to prevent excess water flow over path, and provided with proper headwall..

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Space to be periodically mown (fortnightly during March to September / 12-14 cuts per year) to provide space for public amenity use.

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Proposed seat - Govaplast "Matrix.005" recycled plastic (as used on riverside walk in Town Park). www.govaplast.com

SITE PLAN

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Proposed new post and rail fence on revised alignment to better "funnel" into the site

Brambles cleared from this area, kept strimmed or mown 6x per year thereafter

10. Proposed picnic bench - Govaplast "Matrix.008" www.govaplast.com 11. New information sign and map 12. Short section of path extends onto B&NES land - to be subject to their approval

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Boundary Proposals See points on plan referenced A-H

Extent of existing tree canopies (approx.)

Existing dilapidated post and rail fence removed

A-B: Existing boundary features removed. See item 2 above and enlarged details to right of this drawing.

Wellow Brook

Existing kissing gate removed

Existing worn paths

B-C-D-E-F-G: Existing fence, mostly post and strand wire, serves little purpose, but equally does little harm. Consider removal, or a general policy of non repair or replacement, simply removing any sections that become hazardous as they deteriorate. To be subject to agreement with B&NES who may own the fence.

Proposed Improved footpath (granular surface) PROW Approx. frontier of bramble spread at spring 2020.

Selective removal and return to grassland to be considered based on ecological advice. Remaining bramble areas to be managed as scrub

G-H: Remove existing post and rail and wire mesh fence, gate and stile, allowing Wellow Brook Walk and adjacent B&NES greenspace to visually merge. Subject to agreement with B&NES. H-A: Brook forms the boundary

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Himalayan balsam to be brought under control / eradicated.

TCV with additional local volunteers would be a good option.

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Qualitative tree risk assessment to be undertaken and recommended remedial work for public safety to be undertaken

Proposed short panel of post and rail fence

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Meadow areas to be brought under management to maintain appropriate balance of grassland and scrub, including some removal of encroaching scrub (mainly brambles) and management to reduce over dominance of coarse ruderals in some areas. Detail to be determined with ecological advice with a simple management plan to be provided.

Macadam extended Existing field gate removed

Proposed Mown Grass Areas

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Proposed totem sign provides landmark feature at entrance to site

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Engraved Midsomer Norton Town Council logo, infill painted.

2.8 Two separate sheets, 10-15mm thick steel. Hot zinc spray coated and painted in high specification bronze effect paint.

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Inner edge of gap painted blue.

Exact colour tbc

TOTEM SIGN DETAIL

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Totem sign, see enlarged illustrative detail above

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Removable bollards End of footbridge balustrade and feeder pillar boxes

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New post and rail fence

Pair of bollards (removable) to prevent unauthorized vehicle access but to allow maintenance access (including EA access)

Levels raised slightly (max.300mm) to reduce effect of entrance being in a hidden dip

IMPROVED WEST ENTRANCE ELEVATION FROM NORTHMEAD ROAD

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New information sign and map Client:

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TOWN PARK UPDATE A

s lockdown was imposed on us all back in March, work at the Town Park came to a shuddering halt, but with the gradual easing of measures in late April the contractor started on site again, and work resumed with the appropriate social distancing measures in place! Since then work has progressed steadily.

We recently received a lovely letter from a local resident who told us: “I have just had the pleasure of walking through the new Town Park at Gullock Tyning. What a lovely place to be surrounded by nature, it was so nice to see a young group of dancers practising their routine and using

the amphitheatre steps, very impressive. Other people were sitting and picnicking at the side of the river, dog walkers were enjoying throwing a stick for their dogs and enjoying the space, and then there were a group of young people just socialising. The paving and wall with 'Town Park' giving such proud ownership and being built of attractive quality materials.

"I am aware the Sensory Garden is to be completed, and the Meadow seeded, but I offer sincere and well-earned congratulations for the vision and planning to all involved with this incredible project, and giving Midsomer Norton

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and its community the realisation of a long held dream of such a wonderful amenity, to be enjoyed for many years to come”.

It is good to hear that the Park is being enjoyed by people of all ages. Please go and have a look if you are in the area. Green spaces are known to provide us with a wealth of benefits, both mental and physical by promoting physical activity and exercise, which in turn reduces stress and improves mental health, critical during these uncertain times. If you have any stories or pictures showing your enjoyment of the Park, and you are happy to share them, then we would love to hear from you.

The pictures below show how the ‘Town Park’ sign is coming along.

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Maintenance work at WEST CLEWES W

hile the parks were closed during lockdown, the Town Council took the opportunity to carry out maintenance work on the play equipment at West Clewes. The Town Warden spent a week painting the equipment to give it a new lease of life.

Following an inspection in February it had been found that the outdoor multi-gym had rotten boards and the soft floor beneath required replacing. So the Town Council appointed a contractor to dismantle the outdoor gym to ensure all boards were replaced and re-assembled correctly. Parts of the soft flooring have been removed and new flooring put in place. The

project took four days to complete and was finished in time for the re-opening of the parks.

The Town Council has since received positive feedback from the community who are once again enjoying the open space.

The next project for West Clewes is to replace the wooden fence surrounding the children’s play area.

The fence is proving expensive to maintain so quotes have been requested for a metal fence that should last a lifetime.

If you notice any problems with the play equipment, please report to the Town Council on 01761 418701.

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Welcoming NEW TEAM MEMBER, Jo CORBETT O

n the 10th August 2020 the Town Council office team welcomed a new member of staff, Jo Corbett, to take up the roll of Finance and Admin Officer. With 70 applicants for the post, with a wide range of skills and experience on offer, competition was strong.

Amanda Hazell - Deputy Clerk, who has been in post for just over a year and is responsible for overseeing the finance role and small projects such as the War Memorial. In addition, Amanda deputises for Donna when she is away from the office.

Jo, a former primary school teacher was selected by the interview panel. Whilst Jo's role will mainly focus on finance, she will be assisting in all aspects of supporting admin in the Council Office. As such, she will work alongside the following existing team members supporting the Town Council, including:

Caroline Brown – Project Support, assists Donna and Amanda in a wide range of work of all kinds across the Council. Caroline also takes on organising events: for example, the Remembrance Parade which involves a lot of detailed project planning with the community in order to ensure the event goes smoothly.

Donna Ford - Town Clerk and Responsible Finance Officer, a qualified Clerk who heads up the officer team and manages all the major projects such as the Town Park and the Asset Transfer.

We all would like to welcome Jo and wish her all the best in her new role.

TACKLING ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR

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he lifting of lockdown and the nice weather has meant that children are at last out enjoying the open spaces. Sadly, some residents have reported anti-social behaviour, including unbearable noise, throwing stones at windows and littering. The Town Warden has spent many hours removing graffiti and picking up rubbish - even though there are bins in every open space in Midsomer Norton.

To combat the anti-social behaviour, the Town Council, in partnership with Avon and Somerset Police, have purchased a Mosquito Device. The device emits a very high-pitched noise that deters youths from loitering. The noise can only be

heard by under 25s and is an annoyance to them and encourages youths to move away from the area. The device does not damage hearing.

The device is portable and can be moved to any area where a problem is identified as long as there is a power source. It is controlled by a timer but can also be activated remotely.

Anti-social behaviour is taken very seriously by the Town Council who have taken this step in an effort to combat the situation.

If you have an issue with anti-social behaviour then the Town Council would like to hear from you on 01761 418701.

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UNLOCKING Midsomer Norton Men’s Shed

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ike most other voluntary organisations, Midsomer Norton Men’s Shed has been closed and in lockdown since mid – March.

The Shed is part of the Midsomer Norton Community Trust and is based at the Farm Shop in Farrington Gurney. Last November they acquired and positioned a 32 foot workshop behind the big barn at Farrington, and had water and power connected. Then, just as the weather improved and there was talk of smartening the premises with a lick of paint, everywhere went into lockdown and all the grand plans were on hold.

Very frustrating for the members who get great pleasure from meeting and making stuff - the banter is non-stop!

Tea “boy” Ray in PPE preparing “Ray’s Café” for a future re-opening in the amenities portacabin.

So now, at last, limited steps are being taken to begin a gradual reopening programme.

“The aim is to use the fine weather to catch up on all of those outside jobs – while remaining Covid-secure. We fully acknowledge that bearing in mind our age profile, members are at a greater risk,” said Chairman, Steve Swift. “We only allow limited numbers as work parties at any one time and personal protection equipment is a must, but it’s amazing how much has been achieved already since the limited re-start. We look forward to the time when we can fully utilise our expanded and comprehensibly re-equipped facilities”.

John and Graham sorting out the inside of the new workshop.

Midsomer Norton Men’s Shed is open to men and women 18 years plus, of all abilities and skills. We normally meet on Tuesdays and Fridays 9.30am to 1.00pm but regular meetings are currently suspended. If you are interested in joining when an improved situation permits, please contact Steve Swift on 07775 735789 or email stephenkhswift@ gmail.com

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Midsomer Norton TOWN TRUST

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espite the Covid-19 Pandemic the Midsomer Norton Trust has been continuing to push forward a range of projects.

Indeed, such is the growing workload that the Managing Committee is about to consider a proposal to employ a paid Secretary rather than continue to rely on the goodwill of a volunteer fulfilling the role. “Whilst the paid role of Secretary would be part time, there is clearly a need to put the work of the charity on a firm footing and allocate the necessary resource to support the growing list of Trust assets and responsibilities�, said Michael Evans, Chair of the Midsomer Norton Town Trust.

The post, if approved, will be advertised to invite applications.

The Community Comes Together for Somer Centre Security As the Town Park and its facilities attract more visitors, we unfortunately always have to be mindful that anti-social behaviour may become a problem. In fact as Midsomer Norton Life readers will know, the area of the Somer Centre car park at the entrance to the Town Park has been the subject of some unwelcome anti-social behaviour

in the past.

As part of the measures to combat this, the community has come together to reach an agreement beneficial to everyone. The Town Trust has secured a grant from the Town Council to cover the cost of CCTV installation; the Community Association which leases the Somer Centre has agreed to the installation and to provide space for the necessary equipment; and the successful tenderers, Apollo Technology, are ready to make the installation in the next few weeks, that is late September or October. At a meeting to check over the planned arrangements, the Police attended and approved the plan.

There will be comprehensive coverage of the Somer Centre, the entrance to the Town Park, and the Park itself, with a large number of fixed bullet cameras and at least one motorised one. The data will be recorded and can be accessed remotely by the Police and any other authorised personnel.

This is a major contribution to the peace and security of the far end of Gullock Tyning and the Town Park. The Town Council and Town Trust are particularly grateful to the Community Association for their co-operation.

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What’s on.... SOMER VALLEY FM

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omer Valley FM, the local radio station based in Midsomer Norton is now broadcasting more content than ever having increased their daily live shows since day one of the coronavirus lockdown. For the first time in twelve years it is broadcasting live shows across breakfast, lunch and in the weekday afternoons.

Presented by local people, these shows are packed with local news, stories, entertainment and conversations.

Regular content includes the Breakfast Show with Jo Davis, the Midday Magazine and a daily afternoon show with a rotating schedule of presenters. Other popular shows include the Eclectic Selection, broadcasted on a Thursday morning, The Somer Valley Sports Show on a

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Saturday and Somer Valley Voices, where you can catch radio dramas, poetry, readings and more creative content. You can find the full schedule at somervalleyfm.co.uk Recently, following the local coronavirus outbreak, the station conducted an interview with Dr Bruce Laurence, the Director of Public Health for the local area. If you missed the interview or want to listen back to any of the station’s programming, you can via their On Demand service on their website.

Currently, Somer Valley FM, in partnership with Radio Hub, are offering you the chance to win one of five DAB and FM radios as part of their campaign to help those who have been isolated because of the coronavirus. All you need to do to enter is live in the North East Somerset area, simply head to their website and follow the instructions to submit a short audio clip explaining why you or someone you know should be in with a chance of winning.

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BACK IN THE POOL AT Norton Radstock Swimming Club!

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With many pools and leisure centres struggling to reopen, Norton Radstock Swimming Club was very fortunate to be able to work closely with the dedicated and supportive team at Midsomer Norton Leisure Centre to ensure a return to the pool for many eager members.

NRSC has had to do lots of planning and implementation of new procedures and risk assessments in line with Swim England guidance to

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Christmas Social Events A

fter the successful introduction of last year’s Children’s Christmas Party and Cinema Night, the Council was keen to host these events again for the children and young people of the town, along with what would have been the tenth year of the Seniors' Christmas Social.

However, in the light of the continuing Covid-19 pandemic and with government social distancing rules in place, we do not believe that we can proceed safely, even though halls have been booked and planning for the celebrations was well underway. Therefore, the decision has very sadly had to be taken by the Town Council to cancel all three of this year’s Christmas events in order to protect the community.

Current government restrictions state that it is necessary to maintain social distancing from people you do not live with or who are not in your support bubble. The Government also recommends washing your hands regularly – which is not always easy with small children at a party! (This helps to protect you and anyone you come into contact with.)

Hand washing and maintaining social distancing is critical to keeping everyone as safe as possible, which is our priority during these uncertain times.

Capacity level restrictions in venues would also mean that fewer people would be able to attend each event. For the Seniors' Social this is not ideal as it regularly attracts a great deal of interest with over one hundred attendees, and more on a waiting list.

“We are hugely disappointed that the Council will not be able to hold these events because of the existing coronavirus restrictions, however, we do hope that in 2021 we will be able to proceed with all of the Christmas celebrations and make them bigger and better than ever before!” said Lynda Robertson, Mayor of Midsomer Norton.

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SAFE HANDOVER AT The Lions

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t the Radstock and Midsomer Norton Lions Club outgoing Lion President, Sarah Oughton, handed over the chain of office virtually at a Zoom meeting during the summer lockdown to the incoming President, Colin Marsh, to stay safe but continue with business as usual. The club's new President joined Lions in 1981 when living in Surrey, where he belonged to two clubs in the South East before moving to this area in 2015. Although this is the first time for Colin as President of Radstock and Midsomer Norton, Colin has plenty of experience of the role serving as President in both his previous clubs, as well as serving Lions in most other offices.

Lions have continued to embrace technology and have been meeting on Zoom to plan for future activities and look at what kind of fundraising activities are possible in the new socially distanced world. Many of the events planned for this year have been put on hold and we hope to deliver them next year but other activities are gradually starting up again. Look out for Lions at the Farmers' Market and our litter picks will recommence on Saturday 12th September and anyone wishing to join us would be most welcome. All safety equipment will be supplied.

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Although the way forward is not easy in these uncertain times, Lions are always looking at how to serve and help the community. The club is adapting and evolving all the time and would welcome any help from the public to volunteer with us or join us as a full member. If you are a creative personality who cares about your community and wants to do positive activities in your spare time we would love to hear from you.

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Grand re-opening at MIDSOMER NORTON STATION V

olunteers have been working hard to get the Somerset and Dorset Railway back on track after the Covid-19 lockdown.

Train rides on Sundays will continue through September when visitors will be expected to wear masks on the train but not in the open air when the 2 metres distance is maintained. Rides are in compartment coaches and can be booked on the website beforehand. Numbers in the carriages will be strictly controlled. The Railway Miniature Buffet car (RMB), will be open for table service on the patio outside from Thursday to Sunday from 10am until 14.30, visitors are welcome on site. The

shop will only be open on Sundays when trains are running.

Volunteers have been working around the station with different teams on different days during the week in order to stay safe. The engineering team has done some major shunting to move coaches and wagons around the site so there will be different views of rolling stock to see. The gardeners have cleared most of the lockdown overgrowth and the borders which have a good show of flowering shrubs and perennials.

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idsomer Norton Town Council started fresh back in May 2011. The newly elected councillors were provided with a booklet titled “The Good Councillor’s Guide”, a very useful little publication. At the back, just before the index, is a section called ‘What Can Local Councils Do?’ and it would appear from the list that we have a huge range of powers available to us and duties that we must undertake. From the very beginning we saw increasing the provision of open green spaces and leisure areas as a priority.

Today, almost a decade later, the list is impressive including:

West Clewes (North Road) – The Town Council holds this in charitable trust under the West Clewes Recreation Ground Trust. It’s where Welton Rovers play but it’s also open to the general public and as well as improving the car park with new tarmac in 2011, there is a new utility block and ticket office. Improvements have been made to the children’s play area and an the outdoor gym has been installed. The Town Council also worked with Welton Rovers to replace their old wooden stand with a new one.

Garden of Friendship (just off the High Street across the alleyway from NatWest Bank) – The Town Council holds a lease from Downside Abbey on this garden. After some deliberation we decided to call it the Garden of Friendship and it is where the Wassailing ceremony starts every January; but it is also an area of quietude, where a person can take a rest in the middle of our town – sitting on the new benches installed by the Town Council. Also in here is one of the town’s original red phone boxes, designed by Giles Gilbert Scott who also oversaw the conversion of the Tithe Barn, built by Augustinian Monks, into the Catholic Church.

St Chad’s Well (at the top of The Island, if one turns left and crosses the brook by the bridge there) – this area was acquired from Somervale School and the Town Council holds this in

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charitable trust under the Midsomer Norton Town Trust. This is another quiet area with the monument to Lt. Frederick Stukeley Savage. This monument is one of only three in the country that are known to remember casualties from the Crimean War – although he died sometime after returning from the war. The garden and well “Come and have a drink in a nice safe environment “ Riverside bar open with restrictions in place!

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Town Council hold a lease on this land from the Duchy of Cornwall who own it. It had been leased by a farmer, but the land is difficult to farm being uneven and very wet. We knew that it was a popular walk connecting Northmead Road, by the traffic lights, and the footpath between Clevedon Road and The Greenway so we arranged a lease from the Duchy. It is a “project in progress” at present while we work out the best way to utilise it and at the same time retain its wild nature.

Silver Street Nature Reserve (off Silver Street).

Owned by B&NES and looked after by the Friends of Silver Street Nature Reserve – its future looked uncertain when the Somerset & Dorset Railway got a new lease. However, the Town Council stepped in and an Asset Transfer was arranged for the Town Council to hold this much loved oasis of nature by the Midsomer Norton Town Trust. The Friends have now become part of the Trust and the future of the site is assured.

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Town Park (Gullock Tyning). Now our greatest asset, the cherry on our cake, the knees of our bee, has to be the Town Park. The provision of a Town Park for Midsomer Norton had been an aspiration for more than 40 years before this Town Council was formed and the fact that it is now a reality is proof that a little dedication and persistence works wonders. The project is still being developed but is fully useable and includes not just wonderful walks but also an amphitheatre, Sensory Garden, Celebration Meadow for town events, a river walk, Wild Meadow, walks up the Norton Hill batch and links to the cycleway.

Overall, the town now has a wonderful range of green spaces and we hope that many of you visit, and explore and enjoy them.

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Future of Midsomer Norton & District Illuminated Carnival

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difficult and timely decision has been taken to postpone the 2020 Midsomer Norton Carnival following discussions between Midsomer Norton Carnival Committee, Somerset County Guy Fawkes Carnivals Association, the entrants, and the authorities regarding the everchanging Coronavirus threat in the UK. Following the discussions, it was unanimously agreed that safety and public health has to be the number one priority, and during such uncertain and unprecedented times, this was the right thing to do and the only sensible way forward.

It is highly unlikely that any large gatherings of people will be allowed until there is a vaccination for Covid-19, and when this is combined with the ongoing social distancing arrangements which will remain in place for some considerable time yet, there is very little chance of the carnival committee and the entrants of being able to raise the necessary monies needed to put on such a spectacular event.

The carnival community has already introduced a number of proactive measures to reduce the risk of spreading Coronavirus, some of which include: • Cancelling face to face committee meetings until further notice • Cancelling fundraising events Despite all the issues caused by Covid-19, the Carnival Association's members remain resolute and committed to do whatever they can to not only develop new fundraising sources (however limited the return) but to also provide some sort of service to our community.

With this in mind, the Midsomer Norton & District Carnival Association has applied to the Town Council for funding based on four objectives that they would dearly like to achieve this year, these include: Objective 1 – To provide the local residents with an event to look forward to, to brighten the winter after what's shaping up to be a miserable year; Objective 2 – To mark the date - our annual event is based on a strong history and it would be a shame to break over 40 years of tradition, even if it's just a virtual event; Objective 3 – To support those entrants, charities and good causes that very kindly attended our event last year and have supported us for many years; Objective 4 – To continue to support our local schools and to engage with pupils and their families.

The proposal to be considered by the Town Council at its meeting in September 2020 includes: • A Virtual Carnival – A proposal for the production of a virtual procession; taking the form of a streaming video which will be made up of previous processions and imagery, along with interviews with previous entrants where their entries would be discussed; such as why the theme was chosen, the story around its build, etc. It's also a wonderful opportunity to see behind the scenes and to promote the clubs who support us and to get others involved. We believe that developing this facility will be a major step forward for our Midsomer Norton

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Carnival as at the moment it’s only Bridgwater who offer this service. We see this year as a potential opportunity to develop and test any system ready for roll-out in future years when we’re able to return to our normal carnival format.

• School Competition – Colouring comp and Carnival In Somerset Promotional Project - To engage with children from across the district we are proposing a “Design a Carnival Cart” colouring competition for all to get involved in with the winner/s being announced during our virtual Carnival. The winner will receive a suitable prize (to be determined) as well as involvement in next year’s Illuminated Carnival.

• Support – Entrants, charities and good causes With this in mind, and to try to provide support for the clubs and organisations who would have normally supported our Carnival this year; as a gesture of goodwill, we would like to provide them with a donation. Entrants don’t currently

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“need” to attend Midsomer Norton Carnival in that same way that they do other Carnivals, attendance at our carnival being based on goodwill and our relationship with the individual clubs. Many of the entrants who attend our Carnival have also lost much of their funding but still have to find thousands of pounds to cover annual rent, rates and insurances. We therefore feel it's important that we’re seen to help and support them as much as we can and certainly, a small donation would help us to retain future entrants and positively promote Midsomer Norton Carnival. The Association are also keen to try to support the collectors who attend our event to collect both for the Carnival Association and indeed for their own cause.

Creative ideas for 2020 aside, we are sure the whole town looks forward to welcoming Carnival back to the High Street on Monday 15th November 2021.

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POPPY APPEAL COLLECTIONS

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ue to the current pandemic there will be NO fundraising this year, only the Act of Remembrance. This means that the Midsomer Norton and Radstock Branch will not be doing any shop, street, school or manned collections.

Some supermarkets are serviced direct from The Royal British Legion, London which may still happen. Therefore, the Branch would like to take this opportunity to thank all supporters for the wonderful job you normally do each year and hope that you will still be available for next year.

The local branch are in the final stages of planning to “Dress the Graves” of those local people who appear on the Commonwealth War Graves Commission in the local cemeteries. This will take the format of a poppy spray being laid on

each grave and families may attend, within the bounds of any social distancing rules, and may lay a wooden cross.

Full details will be made available later once all the planning has been confirmed.

A list of the cemeteries and graves will be posted on our Branch Facebook page. The link is www. facebook.com/MSNRBL

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Reopening the Town Hall and Orchard Hall I

n some much-needed positive news, the Town Hall and Orchard Hall have finally opened their doors after being shut over the lockdown period. In late July, Midsomer Norton Community Trust finally reopened the buildings to host their first community activities since March.

Community groups are able to use indoor public spaces again as long as they can meet the latest government guidelines. This saw the return of a range care services, counselling, meetings, exercise groups, MP surgeries and other vital community services.

Light is also at the end of the tunnel for those missing their community events. The Community Trust is hoping it can bring back events like the Community Cinema, Paradis Trio and First Thursday Social with socially distanced seating plans from October.

Volunteers having a session to work socially distanced seated plans for events.

A lot of work from staff and volunteers has gone into making sure the buildings are safe for users to return. Extra cleaning, new guidelines for user groups and many extra hand sanitiser stations have

been installed so that it groups can feel safe to return once they are able to.

“I know how important community groups and events are for their members, so it was great to have some groups able to return over the second half of the summer,” said Alex Davis, the manager of the Community Trust. “We also hope we are able to bring some of our events back in October, so we recommend keeping an eye out in the local press and our website.”

Not all groups were able to return straight away, and it will be a gradual process. Therefore, if you attend an activity at one of the buildings please check with the group organisers about their return plans before visiting.

If you are looking for a space to hire updates on events, or wish to know if your activity can return to either the Town Hall or Orchard Hall, contact the Community Trust by phoning 01761 419133 or heading to www.midsomernortoncommunitytrust.co.uk

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Council Meetings Dates All meetings to take place via Zoom until further notice – Zoom joining details will continue to be published online and on the noticeboard outside of the Town Hall.

Finance and Operations meetings will resume via Zoom from October 2020.

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Lose Pounds and Raise £s for a local charity S

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The challenge which starts in September and runs to December, is aimed at those who may have gained weight during the lockdown or simply want to get in shape before Christmas. Participants will receive tips and guidance and encouragement along the way.

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money for SWALLOW. All the money raised will go towards SWALLOW Charity’s vital work which is needed, now more than ever.

Nicky Tew, Fundraising and Finance Manager, said: “I hope that people get involved with this fundraising challenge – I am going to, I would love to lose those lockdown pounds and this will give me the incentive that I need.”

SWALLOW has been continuing to support its members during the crisis and has seen its costs increase and its income decline. The money raised from the challenge will be vital for the charity to continue to provide vital support.

Here is what SWALLOW members say: “Thank you SWALLOW for all you are doing during this difficult time.”

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UP AND RUNNING AGAIN AT SWAN TRANSPORT! S

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Swan's staff are back in the office Monday to Friday and are available to discuss your transport needs.

Please ring if you are in need of transport and want to get out and about again. If we can’t take you, we can advise you on other groups in the area that may be able to help. Call Sarah or Ann on 01761 439548 or email us at swan.transport@btconnect.com

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BATH RUGBY SUMMER SCHOOL M

idsomer Norton families have been able to enjoy a Summer of free sustenance and activities, courtesy of Bath Rugby Foundation and Welton Rovers Football Club's ‘Summer Break Out’ programme.

Running through July and August, the camps, which also took place in Bath and Keynsham, were put in place with the intention of helping young people break free from isolation at the end of lockdown restrictions. Ahead of the event kicking off, Bath Rugby Foundation CEO, Lynne Fernquest, acknowledged the difficulty that some families were facing due to Coronavirus, saying: “We know that, with one in five children living in poverty, there were already huge problems for young people to overcome". It was this concern that led to the idea for Summer Break Out, with the purpose of helping youngsters towards their return to normality.

including fresh fruit and vegetables, from the onsite food bank.

Welton Rovers vice-chairperson, Gareth Paisey, said the club were overjoyed to be a part of the Summer camps. He continued, “We have a fantastic facility right in the heart of our town, and to be able to use it to engage and support our local community and help in the fantastic work carried out by Bath Rugby Foundation has been a real pleasure".

With the camps having now concluded, all the remaining groceries have been donated to Somer Valley Foodbank, allowing the Summer Break Out's good work to continue to benefit the wider Midsomer Norton area.

What followed was a cornucopia of entertainment for children, including provision from Bath Rugby and Bath City football coaches, plus representatives from the Bath Area Play Project who provided craft based play for the more artistically inclined children. At the end of each session all participants, and their parents, were provided with a warm, freshly cooked meal and encouraged to help themselves to groceries,

After what's been a huge success, there are already plans afoot to bring further regular provision for free activities to Midsomer Norton, with Welton Rovers and Bath Rugby Foundation planning to work on similar initiatives in the near future.

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COUNCIL RESPONSIBILITIES Do you get confused with who to contact regarding matters in your street and the town? Many residents of Midsomer Norton contact either the Town Council or B&NES with questions about services, or to find out how they can access help and support.

We have compiled a list below which we hope you will find useful. Also below are contact details and opening hours for both the Town Council and B&NES local council offices for face to face advice about a wide range of Council and partner services.

MIDSOMER NORTON TOWN COUNCIL www.midsomernortontowncouncil.co.uk Council Offices Town Hall The Island Midsomer Norton Bath BA3 2HQ Tel: 01761 418701 Email: townclerk@ midsomernortontowncouncil.co.uk Monday – Thursday: 9.30am – 4.30pm Friday: 9.30am – 3.30pm

The Town Council Officers are always happy to help residents to direct their questions to the right place. But in case you didn’t know Town Council are able to help with the following: • Allotments • Defibrillators • Grants • Midsomer Norton Life Magazine • River Somer in the Town Centre • Town Park • West Clewes Park • War Memorial • St Chad’s Memorial Garden • Wellow Brook • Garden of Friendship • Flowers – all of the tubs and baskets, planting at The Hollies garden and the around the Gateway signs in Midsomer Norton

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BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL www.bathnes.gov.uk

Council Connect: For help with waste, roads, libraries, planning and general enquiries Tel: 01225 394041 Email: council_connect@bathnes.gov.uk Customer Services: For Council Tax, Benefits and Business Rates Tel: 01225 477777 All other enquiries: Tel: 01225 477000 Email: enquiries@bathnes.gov.uk BATH ONE STOP SHOP 3-4 Manvers Street Bath BA1 1JQ Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 8.30am – 5pm Wednesday: 9.30am – 5pm Friday: 8.30am – 4.30pm Saturday: 9am – 4.30pm GUILDHALL BATH (Electoral Services, Register Office, Bath Record Office) Guildhall High Street Bath BA1 5AW MIDSOMER NORTON LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SERVICE The Hollies High Street Midsomer Norton BA3 2DP Monday – Thursday: 9.30am – 5pm Friday: 9.30am – 4.30pm Saturday: 9.30am – 1pm

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At the Bath One Stop Shop and Midsomer Norton Library and Information Service – part of B&NES and based in The Hollies - you can access self-service kiosks, computers and telephones to enable you to access library and council services.

Council staff can help to get you started if you have trouble using these facilities.

You can also pay for council services such as Council Tax and garden waste subscriptions, access the Homesearch website, view and comment on planning applications and contact council departments and external services.

In The Hollies there are also the facilities to: apply for council permits such as bus passes and Discovery Cards, library services - borrow, renew, or return library items and the ability to register births, deaths and marriages.

Council Connect are also able to help with the following services: • Bus Passes • Dog Warden Service • Fly Tipping • Garden Waste • Grass Cutting • Graffiti Removal • Gritting of Roads • Libraries • Parks and Open Spaces • Pavements and Road Maintenance • Planning Enquiries • Public Toilets • Public Transport • Recycling and Waste • Road Faults and Potholes • Road Safety • Street Lighting • Litter

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USEFUL CONTACTS IN CASE OF EMERGENCY: Ambulance, fire, police – 999 NHS Direct – 111 Police non-emergency – 101

There are 2 difibrillators in the high street, these can be found at Welton Rovers Football Ground and the junction of Silver Street and the High Street, opposite the town hall

MIDSOMER NORTON TOWN COUNCIL 01761 418701

The council are based at the Town Hall, on the Island. Opening times: Mon - Thur 9.30am - 4.30pm and Fridays 9.30am 3.30pm

MIDSOMER NORTON TOWN TRUST 07530 042627 MIDSOMER NORTON COMMUNITY TRUST 01761 419133 The Office is based in the Town Hall

BATH AND NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL 01225 477000

B&NES Council Connect 01225 394041 councilconnect@bathnes.gov.uk

CITIZEN'S ADVICE 03448 487919

The Citizen's Advice drop in can be found at the One Stop Shop in the Hollies, High Street Midsomer Norton. Open on Tuesdays from 9.30 - 2pm

AGE UK B&NES 01225 466135 FOOD BANK

Somer Valley Food Bank, The Salvation Army, Radstock Road Midsomer Norton BA3 2AJ. Open Mondays, 12pm - 2pm.

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CHILDREN’S CENTRE

Somer Valley Children’s Centre and Family Support Team Greystone Building, Church Street Radstock BA3 3QQ 01225 396660 brightstartcc@bathnes.gov.uk

DOG WARDEN 01225 394041 DOCTOR SURGERIES

St Chad’s, Gullock Tyning - 01761 413334 Somerton House Surgery, 79A North Road - 01761 412141

PHARMACIES

Lloyds High Street - 01761 413231 Lloyds St Chad’s, Gullock Tyning - 01761 412249 Midsomer Pharmacy, 98 High Street 01761 568202

DENTISTS

Midsomer Dental Care, 1 North Road BA3 2QB - 01761 412366 North Way Dental Practice, North Way, Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DY - 01761 413663

HOSPITALS

Paulton Hospital, Salisbury Road, Paulton, BS39 7SB - 01761 412315 RUH Bath, Combe Park, Bath, BA1 3NG 01225 428331 St Martin’s Hospital, Midford Road, Bath, BA2 5RP - 01225 831500

VETERINARY SURGERY

Silva House Veterinary Centre, 3 Silver Street - 01761 412223 Midsomer Veterinary Centre, 53 North Road - 01761 412132

SCHOOLS Longvernal Primary School, 2 Longvernal Midsomer Norton BA3 2LP - 01761 412777 Midsomer Norton Primary School, High Street Midsomer Norton BA3 2DR - 01761 412289 St John’s C of E Primary School, Redfield Road, Midsomer Norton BA3 2JN - 01761 412019

Welton Primary School, Radstock Road, Midsomer Norton, BA3 2AG - 01761 413131 Norton Hill School, Charlton Road, Midsomer Norton BA3 4AD - 01761 412557 Somervale School, Redfield Road, Midsomer Norton BA3 2JW - 01761 414276

CHURCHES

Midsomer Norton Methodist Centre, High Street, Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DR - 01761 410450 St John the Baptist, Midsomer Norton, BA3 2HX - 01761 411216 Welton Baptist Church www.weltonchurch.org.uk - 01761 410274 Salvation Army, Radstock Road, Midsomer Norton BA3 2AJ - 01761 420170 Holy Ghost Catholic Church, High Street, Midsomer Norton BA3 2DR - 01761 235111

TRANSPORT

Midsomer Norton and Radstock Dial-aride - 01761 417504 Midsomer Norton and Radstock Community Service Vehicle Trust - 01761 452585 SWAN Transport -01761 439548 First Bus - 0345 64460707

HALL HIRE

Town Hall, The Island, Midsomer Norton BA3 2HQ - 01761 419133 Orchard Hall, Orchard Vale, Midsomer Norton, BA3 2RB - 01761 419133 Somer Centre, Gullock Tyning, Midsomer Norton. 01761 419703

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A MESSAGE FROM THE CLERK With lockdown being lifted it is good to see the High Street coming back to life once again.

All the shops are now open, and customers are returning. However with a recent Covid-19 outbreak in the Town, we advise everyone to follow the Government's advice and stay safe.

Good news this month has seen Midsomer Norton awarded a grant from Heritage England worth nearly a million pounds. The funds are with B&NES at present, but we look forward to planning the regeneration of the town.

Our horticultural contractors have been working really hard on the river planting. We have received lovely messages from the community saying how nice the river looks. The planters are looking colourful with an array of different flowers.

Work is being carried out at West Clewes. New fences are being quoted for along with a new shelter outside the park for teenagers. This is to give teenagers a place to sit without entering the playground which is for under 12s only. We have a meeting with Apollo Technology arranged to move the CCTV cameras in order to capture more footage of key areas and remove blind spots in an effort to combat anti-social behaviour.

At the Town Park, work has now picked up with the contractors back on site, continuing to develop and create a fantastic asset for the town.

During the last few weeks, families have been seen exercising in the park and enjoying the new meander pool that has been created.

We have experienced some really disappointing vandalism at the Town Park over the past two weeks. One stone on the “bridge” over the revised watercourse had already been dislodged. Since then further damage has occurred with a total of four stones now dislodged. They have not been

stolen, rather tipped into the pond. (With a slight drop in the water level due to hot weather, two can be seen below the water and two above). New Leaf are working with MAC Groundworks to make the stones more tamper resistant but repairing this senseless destruction costs money and is so unnecessary.

The Mosquito Unit has been installed at St Chad’s Well in an attempt to combat more anti-social behaviour there.

To end on a positive note, it’s great to welcome Jo Corbett to the Town Council Office team as Finance and Admin Office.

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YOUR TOWN COUNCILLORS

Cllr Lynda Robertson (Mayor) 01761 415629

Cllr Steve Plumley (Deputy Mayor) 07913 952901

lyndaroberston@midsomer nortontowncouncil.co.uk

steveplumley@midsomer nortontowncouncil.co.uk

Cllr Michael Evans 01761 235996

Cllr Sue Graham 07896 411 840

michaelevans@midsomer nortontowncouncil.co.uk

suegraham@midsomernorton towncouncil.co.uk

Midsomer Norton Town Council Town Hall, The Island, Midsomer Norton Bath BA3 2HQ - 01761 418701 townclerk@midsomernortontowncouncil.co.uk midsomernortontowncouncil.co.uk

Cllr John Baker 07827 994171 johnbaker@midsomer nortontowncouncil.co.uk

Cllr Brian Lawrence

(Chair of Finance and Operations Committee)

07701 007 277

brianlawrence@midsomer nortontowncouncil.co.uk

Cllr Michael Moxham 01761 419960 07593 185850 mikemoxham@midsomer nortontowncouncil.co.uk

Cllr Richard Robertson 01761 415629 richardrobertson@midsomer nortontowncouncil.co.uk

Cllr Lynne Clement 07855 037805 01761 414003 lynneclement@midsomer nortontowncouncil.co.uk

Cllr Gordon Mackay (Chair of Planning Committee)

07806 604 302

gordonmackay@midsomer nortontowncouncil.co.uk

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