Midsomer Norton Life

Autumn 2012 Issue 4

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A GUIDE TO LOCAL LIFE DON’T MISS

Welton Features Anne Harris Welton Village Group Award for care of ducks

Twinning between e th r fo e d si in e Se mbarès et Lagrave A d n a n o rt o N r e Midsom

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Personal Injury

Family Trusts

Commercial Property

Family

Powers of Attorney

Agricultural Law

Landlord & Tenant

Court of Protection

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Wills and Probate

Licensing

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Anne Harris and Welton

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Skate Park

11 13 15 Having completed our first very busy year laying the groundwork for the new Midsomer Norton Town Council and our first initiatives, a wide range of projects are now beginning to be delivered which will take the town forward as never before.

At the Town Meeting in May, we presented our three core objectives – encouraging community, building civic pride and running a sound council.

The Diamond Jubilee event in June saw almost 1,000 local people come together for a fantastic day in the marquee at West Clewes and Midsomer Norton Fayre Day was bigger and better than ever this year.

We now have over 100 community groups registered with the Council, a number of which have taken advantage of our small grants programme.

In recent months we’ve begun working closely with the new Welton Village Group on projects to enhance the green at the centre of Welton. In the short term initiatives include ensuring that the grass is cut but moving forward we're looking at the installation of new bins, benches and improvements to the river. In this way we want Welton as an area to benefit in the same way as Midsomer Norton Town centre has in recent years.

Our programme to encourage civic pride has seen the installation of new town gateway signs as well as new signage at West Clewes, the allotments and sites within the town centre. A new twinning charter has been signed with Ambarès et Lagrave and our Community Alcohol Partnership has been launched and we’re now working on a Street Marshals scheme and a Designated Public Place Order to reduce alcohol related antisocial behaviour in the town centre.

In terms of running a good council we are in the process of setting up two new charities as part of our buildings and green spaces strategy. We’re funding the Midsomer Norton Forum to prepare the town's first Community Plan and the Midsomer Norton Economic Development Partnership is looking at ways to regenerate the town centre.

Our community is working together as never before to help deliver the town's full potential for all its residents.

Cllr Paul Myers & Cllr Michael Evans Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Midsomer Norton

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What she did for us Skate park safety

Somerset and Dorset Railway Extension plans

St John Ambulance Service Our local group

The Last Quarter Our fantastic events

Litter

Everyone has a role to play

Civic Day and Community Awards Celebrate our Town’s community

Town Planting Looks To The Spring How can you help?

Welton

Village group

Grant Scheme Helps Community Groups A summary of grants awarded

Christmas Event

Plans for Twenty Twelve

What’s On

Packed calendar of events

Things To Do

Community activities for all

Recipes

Enjoy our Halloween recipe

Community Buildings and Green Spaces How are they looked after?

The Community Alcohol Partnership How are we tackling this?

Twinning The visit

Town Hall Smarter The Sarah Ann Trust

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GIFT TO PAULTON HOSPITAL

New and replacement hospital equipment is always welcome by specialists and nursing staff working in our local hospitals and Sue Padfield, Chairman of Paulton League of Friends mentioned this when she contacted Radstock and Midsomer Norton Lions Club with a request for a number of items required. These included 2 cross trainer physio exercise bikes and a software package with patient exercise programmes, dry wipe magnetic notice board, reality games board and 2 Sonicaids for the maternity department. Thanking the Lions for their help and donations of this new equipment Sue said "it is very welcome and would be used extensively for the benefit of the patients from the local community."

The money was raised with donations from the 2011 golf tournament organised by Geoff Moore and many Lions.

1ST MIDSOMER NORTON SCOUT GROUP

The Scout Association has an aim to help the young people of Midsomer Norton and district to achieve their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential as individuals, as responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and international communities. The group welcome young people of both genders between the ages of 6 and 14. Midsomer Norton Scout Group has 7 sections, a Beaver colony aged between 6 and 8, 3 Cub packs aged 8 to 10½ and 3 scout Troops age 10½ to 14.

At least one section meets on each evening of the week from Monday to Friday at The Scout Hall on Radstock Road. Everyone involved enjoys active participation in a range of activities including sailing, canoeing, caving, climbing, walking and camping as well as other skills training. If you would like to know more about the 1st Midsomer Norton Scout group contact the group scout leader Clare Spearman on 07967 666982.

SUCCESS REAPS REWARD

On 10th March the Midsomer Norton and Radstock Silver Band travelled to Torquay to play in the National Brass Band West of England Regional Championships.

This is only the second time they have entered this competition since 2006 and last year after a break of 4 years and with new musical director Joanne Sykes entered and came a pleasing 14th out of 22 bands.

However this year after what was described by the adjudicators as ‘a very coherent musical performance’ they came away as winners in a field of 25 bands.

This is an amazing result and is something that many players never achieve in a life time of playing. Their reward is an invitation to attend the National Finals at Cheltenham in September to compete against the other regional winners in an attempt to become the fourth section champions of Great Britain. The band is really keen to accept this invitation and compete in the Nationals, however this would involve a considerable cost approximately £3000 to £5000. This is made up of the entrance fee for the competition, extra rehearsals incurring rental costs, a weekend workshop with a professional conductor and transport and accommodation.

Radstock and Midsomer Norton Lions Club are pleased to be able to sponsor this group of mainly young people. The band has actually been entertaining the local community for the last 100 years or so. They need your help – can you sponsor the band? Any size of donation would be greatly received. Please contact Heather Allard on 01761 435115.

CHAIRMAN VISITS

The Chairman of B&NES came to serve dinners at St. John's Primary School on Thursday 14th June. All the children loved his visit and he enjoyed chatting to them as he served them. His visit was related to his interest in healthy schools. As St John’s Primary School has won the Food For Life Gold award and is a healthy school he came to see the work they have been doing.

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ANNE HARRIS ...founder of our local education system

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OF WELTON Midsomer Norton and Welton grew together as settlements in the 19th century - to the point today where the two communities are literally joined. However, it is important to recognise the contribution Welton and its residents have made to the development of the area.

How many residents of Midsomer Norton and Welton realise it was the generosity of Ann Harris of Welton in the 18th century which laid the foundations of our local education system?

Anne Harris lived in a thatched cottage in the centre of Welton and on her death bed in 1719, at the comparatively young age even then of 22, she left a generous bequest in her will for the building of a Charity School. It was to be used for the benefit of 40 poor children where they might be instructed ‘in …reading of the English Tongue and in writing and arithmetic’. Following the creation of a Trust, work started on the construction of the school premises in 1721 on a site in the Island in Midsomer Norton.

Research by Norman Voake in his history of St John's School reveals, “George Bakley, the mason, supervised the building of the school house.

Memorial in St John’s Church to Anne Harris

Constructed with free stones, paved and an outside toilet, known in those days as ‘a necessary house, was added. Also a stone with an inscription carved by Joseph Cheeseman was placed over the entrance to the school, the carpenters raised the rook beams and rafters and finally the house was thatched. Once completed the inside was whitewashed, Henry Moses the carpenter made seats for the scholars, books were purchased and a schoolmaster, a Mr Hodges, was appointed at an annual salary of £20”.

From these beginnings, as the town’s population grew so too the original school was extended and then eventually replaced by bigger and bigger structures.

Although the original school and her idyllic cottage at the centre of Welton were swept away in the name of progress in the 1960’s, it is staggering to think not only how many children have benefited since 1721 thanks to Anne Harris’s generosity. Even later school sites including St John's School and Norton Hill were built on land owned by the Anne Harris Trust.

Anne Harris school on the Island, Midsomer Norton

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SKATEPAR

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Y T E F SA

While visiting the skate park can be a rewarding and beneficial physical activity for children and adults, it is not without its dangers. Choosing to skate in a supervised and well-maintained skate park may provide a safer experience, but skaters should also be aware of some basic guidelines regarding skateboard park safety.

SKATE PARK

ETIQUETTE

Observe the rules of skate park etiquette to ensure a safe riding experience for yourself and your fellow park skaters. Wait your turn and use a clear hand signal to alert those around you before beginning a trick. If your board flies out of your control, yell “board!” to alert other skaters. When you’re not skating, stay out of the way of other riders. If you need to take a break, sit just outside of the park, away from active skaters. Look carefully in all directions before passing through the park. Don’t sit on the edge of a bowl or ramp.

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AGELIMI

TATIONS

Though many youngsters frequent skate parks, this sport can be dangerous for small children. Paediatricians do not recommend skateboarding for children 5 years of age or younger and recommends the activity for children aged 6 to 12 only under supervision by an adult or trusted older adolescent. Beginning skaters should try to practise in the mornings, when parks are less crowded.

SAFETY

GEAR

You should always wear protective gear in a skate park, regardless of whether the park requires it or not. A properly fitting skateboard helmet is essential in order to protect against head injuries, and should be certified.

Check the inside of the helmet for a safety sticker to ensure your helmet has a certification. Knee pads, elbow pads and wrist guards are also recommended. Also make sure your shoes fit properly and have rubber soles that grip the board without slipping.

FALLING

SAFELY

All skateboarders fall occasionally, and knowing how to fall safely can help reduce your risk of injury. You should try to crouch down if you’re losing your balance to reduce the impact of the fall. Try to fall on the fleshy parts of your body instead of your arms or head. Though your natural reaction may be to stiffen your body, you should instead try to relax your muscles and roll into the fall.

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SOMERSET AND DORSET RAILWAY TO EXTEND AGAIN The Somerset & Dorset Railway (S&D) is probably the best-loved of the UK’s lost railways. Whilst past attempts to restore parts of this historic line foundered, substantial progress has been made at Midsomer Norton renovating the station and creating a growing operational heritage railway. The operational running line is set to extend again during 2013.

Potted history The original S&D station at Midsomer Norton opened on 20th July 1874 as part of the railway’s extension to Bath from Evercreech Junction on its Wimborne to Burnham route.

With wonderful scenery, varied motive power and frequent double-heading of trains, plus many viaducts, tunnels and dramatic earthworks, the line became a Mecca for steam enthusiasts and lovers of the countryside. To its loyal staff – who seemed to know each other like an extended family – it deservedly earned the nickname of ‘The Family Line’.

Sadly, the good times didn’t last. British Railways Western Region took control and ran the line down from the late 1950s. Its remaining passenger routes closed from March 7th 1966, while some short goods links lingered for a few more years. Most of the S&D formation was sold off, redeveloped, removed or left to nature.

At Midsomer Norton, the station lost its goods services on 15th June 1964, track was lifted in 1968 and Silver Street bridge demolished in 1969. The rest of the station was rescued on the verge of demolition in 1968 before being purchased by Wansdyke District Council as a potential tourism facility in the mid-1990s. In 1996 the Somerset & Dorset Railway Heritage Trust took out a first lease to restore the station to its early 1950s condition.

The Project The Trust has done a truly fantastic job restoring the station. Track-laying there is complete, with the running line now extending southwards towards Chilcompton. The signal box has been rebuilt and is being equipped to take over full control of the railway later this year. The old stable now houses a museum and the famous greenhouse has been replaced.

Visitor facilities include: • Catering in the static buffet coach • Museum with displays and sales area • Patio and picnic area • Well-stocked shop with current and second-hand railway items • World War II pillbox with wartime displays News Update The railway is preparing to start extending its line further south this autumn, following award of planning permission in May. By the 2013 season, this should take the operating line to nearly two thirds of a mile from the station and close to the Mendip District boundary.

Passenger trains should then have a two-mile round trip to and from a halt near Tunnel Lane, Chilcompton. It’s hoped to have a steam-hauled service with vintage carriages operating by 2013/14, with the current diesel trains as back-up.

A welcome Come and absorb the spirit of this legendary railway. The station is open Sundays and Mondays between 10am and 4pm. Please note that parking at the station is limited and that Norton Hill School kindly allows visitors to use its parking area just opposite the station on Charlton Road.

Services and facilities are expanding and the project is always looking for more volunteers in all departments.

If you would like to help, do drop in any Sunday, when friendly staff will be happy to talk to you and show you what opportunities exist to get involved in preserving and developing this renowned historic railway.

For further information, news and details of events, visit our website at www.sdjr.co.uk 11

LOLLIPOP PATROL SHORTAGE – APPLY NOW

Lollipop people are urgently needed by Bath & North East Somerset Council to fill six vacancies and help young people and parents cross the road safely outside local schools Over recent times, the Council has had an excellent coverage of lollipop patrols outside 42 local schools district-wide. But an exceptional period of maternity leave and sickness absence has left schools short at Chandag Juniors, Combe Down, St Martins Garden Primary, Midsomer Norton Primary, Widcombe Infants and Bathampton Primary.

At Midsomer Norton Primary relief School Crossing Patrol Sharon Mead said, “I help about a hundred people cross the road every morning and afternoon. It is rewarding doing a job at the heart of the community and I feel valued by the school, parents, and Council.

Excellent training is provided so that you can do the job confidently at a fair rate of pay. I really hope that people are encouraged to help their community and apply.”

Anyone interested in becoming a School Crossing Patrol at the schools currently with vacancies, wish to be employed on a Casual basis, or express an interest in future vacancies at other locations can contact the Council on 01225 394922.

LIONS WELCOME LADIES

Happy smiles from the first 3 ladies who have joined the Radstock and Midsomer Norton Lions Club. This is the first time ladies have joined the club in its 36 year history, moving with the times which is welcomed.

New president Robert Briggs has welcomed Margaret Small, Trish Rouse and Hazel Williams and looks forward to their impact and contributions to the activities of the club. If you would like to join the Radstock and Midsomer Norton Lions Club and are 18 or over, please contact Alan Denham on 0845 8339601 for more details.

MIDSOMER NORTON FOOTBALL CLUB

Do you enjoy playing football but don’t play enough?

Would you like to become part of a youth team?

If the answer to the above questions is YES, then Midsomer Norton Football Club welcomes you.

Midsomer Norton Football Club has 5 teams in its youth divisions, divided into under 7’s, under 8’s, under 10’s, under 11’s and under 13’s. Each team has a dedicated trainer and coach and encourages all its players to play regular matches to ensure every player gets a chance to play both home and away.

Midsomer Norton Football Club has the intention of running teams from under 7’s to under 16’s, so if you would like to join the team contact Mandy Greenhalgh on 01761 434758.

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St John Ambulance teaches people first aid – about 800,000 last year alone – so they can be the difference between a life lost and a life saved.

They teach young people in schools and encourage activities and they also teach people in the workplace and in the community.

They also teach people who become volunteers, these people offer their skills and time to be the difference right in the heart of their community – at public events, as first responders or providing back up to local ambulance services.

As a charity, they are committed to making sure more people can be the difference between a life lost and a life saved.

Our local community has its very own division of St John Ambulance for both adults and children.

Norton Radstock Cadets welcome juniors aged between 10 and 17 and they meet at the St John Hall, Radstock Road, Midsomer Norton every Thursday between 6.30pm and 7.45pm in term time only.

The cadets is the part of St John Ambulance that teaches young people first aid along with a variety of subjects to ultimately achieve the Grand Prior which is the highest award a cadet can achieve. They also have the opportunity to attend social events and extra training courses and camps as well as enjoying guest speakers and an annual presentation to celebrate the achievements of all cadets.

Norton Radstock Division welcomes adults from the community to learn first aid to be able to attend duties in the local area. They also have a variety of guest speakers attending the unit and there is the opportunity to attend major events and duties within Bristol, once qualified. The division meets every Thursday from 8pm to 9.30.pm all year at the St John Hall, Radstock Road, Midsomer Norton.

If you would like to become a member of St John Ambulance please contact: Cadets: Helen Jones, Divisional Superintendent Cadets on 01249 661493 or email nortonradstock-cadets@avon.sja.org.uk Division: Janet Porter, Divisional Superintendent Adults on 07739559120 or email ellemedic@aol.com

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NEW PRESIDENT

Radstock and Midsomer Norton Lions Club recently held their annual Presidential handover dinner where Lion Robert Briggs accepted the chain of office and the honour of leader of the club. Retiring President Richard Munden thanked the sections, chairman and members for their help and encouragement during his year of office and summarised the events and achievements obtained.

Lion President Robert Briggs lives in Hallatrow and enjoys water colour painting, gardening and cruising.

Robert has been a member of the Lions club for 14 years and he has served on all committees and is currently the clubs almoner.

In accepting the honour of president he emphasised the social side of the Lions and also the promotion to both men and women.

MIDSOMER NORTON FARMERS MARKET

Established over 7 years ago with support from the Chamber of Commerce and B&NES Council the market has steadily developed into a well-established, lively & much loved monthly event utilising the pretty Hollies Gardens Venue for both a busy farmers market with award winning local food producers and a browsing area of guest stalls which can include stained glass, sculpture, plants or local community groups.

Refreshments and a seated area on the grass are provided which enable people to stay and linger and this has helped turn it into a social day out - a place to meet up, often with local musicians creating a welcome ambience!

The quality of local food however must take centre stage and in 2010 it was shortlisted as one of the best in Somerset.

There's a good balance of quality basics and niche products such as Fussels award winning Rape seed oil products, Deerleap Chillies and Mendip Lavender and for a monthly treat top up with Radfords Fudge!

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THE LAST ... quarter

Midsomer Norton Fayre Day

Diamond Jubilee Event

Bigger and better than ever before, Midsomer Norton Fayre day this year included events and activities not just in the town centre but also the Skate and Adventure Play Park and the Somer Centre. Despite this summer’s weather the show went on and a good time was had by all.

Thanks to a massive marquee, Midsomer Norton’s Diamond Jubilee day went ahead despite the weather with over 650 people attending the Big Jubilee Lunch and 350 people joining in the Family Party in the evening.

A huge thanks to all those community groups on the committee whose hard work made the event possible.

The Americana Festival This year the Americana festival visited Midsomer Norton thanks to sponsorship from B&NES. The fabulous cajun dance group packed out Welton Rovers with over 120 local people.

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LITTER ...

everyone has a role to play In common with towns around the country Midsomer Norton faces a litter challenge – and the only way we are going to tackle it, is as a community.

B&NES Neighbourhood Team On a daily basis the B&NES Neighbourhood Team are in the front line of tackling litter in Midsomer Norton. Whilst recognition has been given to those volunteers who clear the river and walk the streets picking litter, the work of these B&NES employees is largely taken for granted by the majority of people who live and work in the town.

Every morning, seven days a week, they literally sweep through Midsomer Norton – starting at 5am. First comes the road sweeper, then follows a hand brush and litter pick of those difficult to reach places. Finally, the bins are emptied.

How many Nortonians are aware just how bad our town looks in the early hours on a Saturday and Sunday morning after the revelers have gone home from the town centre? Pictures of the ugly truth quite frankly bring shame on our town.

“We acknowledge that some litter will always find its way onto the street but we probably at a very rough estimate get 20 tons a year from the streets of Midsomer Norton.

That’s a lot of rubbish and if people could use the bins then more time could be spent focusing on other aspects of keeping the whole town looking tidier”, said Wayne Honey – our Neighbourhood Manager for B&NES. The Town Council has already run two Big Litter Picks – but going forward we want to stop it being dropped in the first place and ultimately show more respect for those whose job it is to keep Midsomer Norton clean and tidy.

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SMOKERS WANTED TELEPHONE FOR YOUR NEAREST LOCAL DROP-IN

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The B&NES Neighbourhood Team deserve a huge thank you for doing such a great job and they need our support. So next time you see a bottle lying on the pavement, spare a thought and pick it up and pop it in the nearest bin.

Left to right: Wayne Honey, Neighbourhood Manager; Gary Talbott; Roy Fuller, driver; Alfie Peters and Steve Horler

New Litter Bins It is true many people do use the bins – but a problem has been there aren’t enough or they get full too soon. So the Town Council has begun a programme of installing additional bins. So far we’ve installed 6 at a cost of £3,722, with 2 more yet to be sited. The feedback from residents has been so positive we’ve allocated another £2,500 and B&NES has installed a number of larger bins in the town which are able to take pizza and other fast food boxes.

The new bin locations include: • 4 on the cycle way (each end and either side of the pit path) • 1 at the end of Rackvernal Road • 1 outside Martin’s where the existing bin will also be replaced by a new one • The remaining 2 will be located on the Greenway in Welton.

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HOW YOU CAN HELP 1. Use your food waste container

3. Let us know about grime hotspots

One of the biggest problems is seagulls ripping open waste bags on collection day containing food and the contents spilling out onto the street. Litter eyesores would reduce hugely if people simply recycled their food waste into a secure container. If you don’t have one, get in touch with Council Connect.

You can get in touch with us 24 hours a day through Council Connect to report litter, graffiti, fly tipping, or anything you think is an environmental nuisance. We are here to help and will respond as quickly to the problem as we can. All of our staff appreciate the information the public gives us to help us do our job more effectively.

2. Organise or take part in a community litter pick

4. Put your litter in the bin

These are a great way for local people to make a difference in their community. We’ll provide all the necessary equipment including gloves, hi-viz tabards and litter pickers and even pick-up the collected waste.

You just provide the people power! Get in touch via Council Connect and you can even post your event on the Council’s Events Calendar.

There is no excuse. Either bin it, or take your litter home with you. Same goes for cigarette butts and chewing gum.

There are all sorts of ways you can contact us www.bathnes.gov.uk/reportit or councilconnect@bathnes.gov.uk or Text SMS 07797 806 545 or call 01225 39 40 41

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Local Families for Local Children Could you foster a young person from the Bath and North East Somerset area?

We are looking for people with child care experience and the time and energy to care for young people especially those aged 11 and over.

Carers receive an excellent support and training package, as well as competitive allowance those caring for older teenagers are likely to receive up to £400 per week.

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MIDSOMER NORTON METHODIST CHURCH Saturdays - the second one each month - Men’s Breakfast Fellowship meet. Meeting in various locations, September starts with a cooked breakfast at 8am in St. Nicholas Tea Rooms at Radstock [book on 413473]. A speaker commences at 8.30 am and after a question time the meeting will close at 9.30am. All men are welcome.

Gener8 and Saturday Night Praise are monthly regular features - the first on second Sundays starting at 9.30am and the other on the third Saturday at 7.30pm. Both are a contemporary form of worship.

September in Midsomer Norton’s Methodist Church sees the restart of its regular meetings: Mondays - fortnightly [from the 10th Sept] The Guild meets. It is open to all and has a varied programme.

Also in the evenings Monday Clubs for the young - two age groups, check with Reception for details.

Tuesdays - ‘Stop-Off ’ lunches are back on ‘full menu’ and would welcome any local folk who want a meal and have a chat with other regulars, or just come in for a coffee. Also - fortnightly [from the 4th Sept] Women’s Fellowship meet at 3pm, usually with a guest speaker.

Wednesdays - fortnightly [from 12th Sept] Wives’ Group meet again with a varied programme.

Fridays - ‘Pop-In’ between 10am-12noon for coffee or tea and a biscuit. ‘Worldwide Wares’ are there to sell Traidcraft goods, and a stall offering greeting cards and ‘recycled books and magazines’. Also - on the third Friday each month there is a Hearing Clinic for batteries and minor repairs.

Looking ahead, in October on Saturday 13th at 7.30pm, there is a concert by Mendip Male Voice Choir and Midsomer Norton & Radstock Silver Band. Both are very popular, so a date not to be missed.

More information of any of the above can be obtained by ringing Reception on 01761 412654, 9am-12.30pm only.

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CIVIC DAY SERVICE

AND COMMUNITY AWARDS The aim of the Midsomer Norton Civic Day Awards is to celebrate our community and also to acknowledge those who give their time and effort to help benefit others.

This year’s service took place on Sunday 24th June and was hosted by the Midsomer Norton Methodist Church in the High Street.

Residents of the town nominated a number of individuals to receive awards and the following, listed below, were given awards by the Town Council who organised the scheme this year for the first time.

Tony Day received his community award for care of Welton Green and the ducks

AWARDS LIST

Patricia Flagg receiving her Community Volunteer Award of the Year from the Mayor

Tony Day, Ruth Smith and Idris Smith Care of Welton Green and the Ducks

Mike Chivers Contribution to Heritage - St Chad’s Well

Welton Rovers Football Club Services to Sport

• Big Jubilee Lunch Team • Jubilee Family Party Team Community Initiative of the year: Diamond Jubilee Committees

Ray Fear and Barnaby Merritt River Volunteers Peter Beaven Services to Education Somerset & Dorset Railway Contribution to Tourism Somer Valley FM Community Youth Initiative of the year

Patricia Flagg Community Volunteer of the Year • Mr and Mrs Robins and members of the Orchard Hall Committee • Doug Benson - Chair of the Sarah Ann Trust • Colin Taylor – Midsomer Norton Community Association Services to Community Buildings

David Fisher Contribution to the Arts 21

TOWN PLANTING ...

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Many local residents and visitors to the town have contacted Midsomer Norton Town Council to say how much they have appreciated the work undertaken to bring floral colour to the High Street this summer, The Hollies Gardens, Rackvernal Road and South Road. Certainly the town has looked stunning.

The Town Council is therefore encouraging residents to get involved by nominating potential new areas for bulb planting outside the town centre. Bulbs and planting advice will be provided to volunteers and the plan is to create a fantastic display of spring flowers next year.

But we cannot rest on our laurels and so work is set to continue. As summer blooms come to an end, plans are already under way to look at areas which might benefit from spring bulb planting.

Please contact the Town Council as soon as possible with your ideas and suggestions. Ring 01761 418701 or email: carole.sims@MidsomerNorton-tc.gov.uk

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GUIDES, BROWNIES AND RAINBOWS

Girl Guiding UK is the United Kingdom’s largest voluntary organisation for girls and young women, with around half a million members including about 100,000 trained volunteer adult leaders and supporters.

Midsomer Norton has a thriving Group of Guides, Brownies and Rainbows that meet on a weekly basis in Rock Hall, Midsomer Norton. Rainbows are aged between 5 and 7, Brownies are 8 to 10 years old and Girl Guides are from 10 to 14. Midsomer Norton also has a senior section who are aged from 15 to 26.

The aim of guiding is to help girls and young women to develop emotionally, mentally, physically and spiritually so that they can make a positive contribution to their community and the wider world.

If you are interested in joining please contact Mrs Sue Bendall on 0171 411878.

MIDSOMER NORTON CHILDREN’S CENTRE

The Children’s Centre has a vision that all children will do better in life than they thought they could and they offer many activities and workshops to help families achieve this. The Children Centre have something happening every day including messy play, stay and play, sign, rhyme and story time, antenatal groups, postnatal groups, community bus, dads group, parenting support. Contact the centre to find out more information on 01225 396660.

MIDSOMER NORTON & RADSTOCK COMMUNITY SERVICE VEHICLE TRUST

The trust was formed in 1967 to provide a vehicle for the use and benefit of handicapped, disabled and infirm persons resident in Norton-Radstock and including voluntary organisations whose major activities are carried out in the district and surrounding areas. ‘The purpose is to bring the blessing of mobility to people, enabling them to leave their own homes to attend clubs, functions and outings, and so meeting old and new friends, thus keeping in touch with the community at large’. The vehicle now being used is a specially adapted Renault Master 2.5 van with an electric hoist at the rear and can accommodate up to 12 passengers, though fewer if a wheel chair is transported.

Organisations may supply their own drivers, who must comply with the requirements of the Trustees and their Insurers.

Volunteer Drivers are always welcomed!.

For more information about the trust contact Stephen Powell on 01761 413975.

SUPPORT IS AVAILABLE

Do you have questions about your child's development?

Or have a child with an additional need in your family?

Norton Radstock Children’s Centre run an Early Support Stay and Play group for parents with concerns about their child’s development or who have a child with additional needs. Come along to Midsomer Norton Children’s Centre, Pows Orchard, Midsomer Norton, BA3 2HY on Thursday afternoons from 1.30 – 3.00pm.

We offer a time and place where parents, carers and children can spend quality time playing together and finding out what support is available to you. (Access to the Sensory room is also available.)

One parent commented “Having met other parents with special needs children, I feel less isolated. It enables me to have one-to-one time playing and learning with my daughter”.

For more information about Norton Radstock Children’s Centre Services or the groups we run across the area, please call 01225 396660.

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Learn to sing in a friendly choir for women with Jenny Peplow (trained soprano and voice coach) No music reading required Develop your voice each week Learn the tricks of the trade that only a professional singer can teach you The Somer Centre, every Thursday 7.15pm, £6 a session Call Jenny on 01373 812093 24

WELTON ... village group Our newest local organisation is Welton Village Group. Newly formed, the group is focusing on all aspects of Welton village life and they are looking for support from local residents.

The group has a regular team of stalwarts who carry out a litter-pick on the first Sunday morning of every second month and they welcome people to come along and join in. In addition they are currently planning to tidy up around the bench on Millards Hill and organise the painting of the railings along the edge of the river. If you have ideas for projects to make Welton an even better place to live, then join the Welton Village Group.

The group is also looking for a web designer, archivist, facebook group monitor and some help with press and publicity. If you think you can help with any of this, please get in touch.

The group are holding a fun Skittles Night at the Dolphin Inn on Sat 29th Sept 2012. Doors open at 7pm and a light buffet will be included in the ticket price of ÂŁ5 per head. Tickets are available in advance from The Dolphin, 33 Station Road (the far end of the Green) and 45 Station Road (on the tight bend).

If you would like any more information about the Welton Village Group please call 07435 037 699 and leave a message, or email: chairpersonweltonvillagegroup@gmail.com

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GRANT SCHEME ...

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Midsomer Norton Town Council sees grant-making as an important element in its portfolio of measures to improve the well-being – economic, social and environmental – of Midsomer Norton.

Since the Midsomer Norton Town Council small grants scheme was launched in the spring of 2012, £18,535 has been granted to Community Groups serving our community.

Organisations based in Midsomer Norton or which benefit residents of the town can apply for grants.

An organisation in this context is a non-profit making organisation such as clubs and societies or voluntary organisations. Grants cannot be made to individuals.

The Council is happy to receive bids from £50 to £5,000.

Bids for larger sums will be considered in exceptional circumstances.

Funding rounds are advertised each quarter in the press.

For full details of the grant scheme please see the Council’s Grant Policy which can be accessed on its website or by contacting the Town Clerk on 01761 418701 or emailing townclerk@MidsomerNorton-tc.gov.uk

Summary of grants awarded since the scheme began in March 2012 include:

Organisation

Amount

March 2012 Awards St John Ambulance

£1,000.00

Merriman Theatre Group

£2,500.00

Midsomer Norton & Radstock Rotary Club

£1,500.00

Midsomer Norton Cricket Club

£1,500.00

Midsomer Norton & Radstock Silver Band

£3,000.00

Sarah Ann Trust

£1,595.00

Somerset Farmers Markets Ltd

£1,000.00

SWAN Advice Network

£1,000.00 £13,095.00

June 2012 Awards Norton Radstock Swimming Club

£1,490.00

Exit Stage Left

£2,500.00

Rock Hall Fund (Rock Hall Girlguiding)

£200.00

WISH

£500.00

Somerset & Dorset Railway Heritage Trust

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MIDSOMER NORTON ...library Children and young people of all ages are welcome at any library.

You can join on-line or by calling in to the library in person. If you are under 15 you must have the permission of a parent or guardian to join the library.

Midsomer Norton library has specific areas, items and computers for children and run regular monthly events.

Children under 5 do not pay fines and they do not charge for loss or damage to picture books and board books borrowed on an under 5s card, childminder’s card or by early years settings.

Computer and internet access You can access many information websites free of charge at your local library. If you want to use the computers to access your email, software packages or entertainment sites, you now need to pay to use these services.

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Homework Help The library research website page is a good place for help with your homework or try the Children’s Cyber Library. You can also ask any question by email, text or telephone using our Enquiry Centre. Children can access the internet at any library free of charge and every library has information books for you to borrow on a wide range of topics.

Opening times Midsomer Norton Library is open: Monday 9.30am to 7pm Tuesday 9.30am to 5.00pm Wednesday Closed all day Thursday 9.30am to 5.00pm Friday 9.30am to 5.00pm Saturday 9.30am to 12.30pm and also 1.30pm to 4.00pm.

Sunday Closed all day

CHRISTMAS EVENT ...

Work has already started on the Midsomer Norton Christmas event which will take place on Friday 7th December 2012.

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The plan this year is to open the evening with a traditional nativity which proved so popular last year focusing as it did on the traditional message of Christmas. There will be the opportunity again for children and adults to dress up and take part in the event.

We’re looking forward to putting together another great event, focusing on the traditional message of Christmas. So, if you’re interested, either as community group or an individual, then do get in touch to join the dynamic organising team”

Following the traditional Christmas lights switch on there will be a Christmas Market in the centre of town – including stalls from our many community groups.

Matt Coomes, Outreach Worker for Welton Baptist Church and Chair of this year’s Christmas Event Organisting Team.

01761 410274.

The Christmas event Committee is being led by Welton Baptist Church who with the Chamber of Commerce did such an amazing job last year in securing the world record for the largest number of live participants in a nativity play.

Please watch the local media and the Town Council’s website in the coming months for full details of the event.

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WHAT’ ON

September

15th Craft Fayre at Midsomer Norton Methodist Hall.

Free admission, 10am – 1pm. For further information please contact 07936 235771 16th Passenger train operation day at The Somerset and Dorset Railway, Midsomer Norton 17th Midsomer Norton Town Council Planning Committee meeting to be held at the Town Hall.

Starts at 7pm 17th Five a side football with Welton Baptist Church, 9pm in Norton Hill School. Contact Simon for more details on 01761 410274 18th A talk on ‘Fracking for gas in the Mendips’ at Radstock Museum. Contact the museum for more information

19th Open Evening at Somervale School, guided tour

start at 6.00pm, Head Teachers address in the hall at 7.30pm 20th Midsomer Norton Society meeting ‘DELVING INTO THE NEWLY DISCOVERED ST JOHN’S VESTRY BOOK 1758 – 1831’. Monica Evans & Paul Myers,7.30pm in the Town Hall 20th Open evening at Norton Hill School, presentations by the head teacher at 5.00pm and 6.15pm 21st Hearing Aid repair clinic at Midsomer Norton Methodist Church Centre, 10.30am to 12pm 22nd Open weekend and Railway and radio’s event at Somerset and Dorset Railway, Midsomer Norton

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22nd Welton Rovers play Warminster Town at Home, kick off 3.00pm

22nd Palladium at the Town Hall: Matinee at 4.30pm:

Pirates: In An Adventure With Scientists - 88 mins U cert.

New Aardman film about a pirate captain with a crew of incompetents, trying to win the Pirate of the Year award.

Also with Queen Victoria and Charles Darwin. Evening at 7.30pm: Silent Film double bill accompanied live by pianist James Harpham – classic Buster Keaton comedy films - One Week & Steamboat Bill Jr. 23rd Harvest Festival at Midsomer Norton Methodist Church Centre 23rd Harvest Tea and Evening songs of praise from 4pm at Midsomer Norton Methodist Church Centre 24th PACT meeting (partners and communities together) held in the Town Hall at 7pm 25th The Friends of Silver Street Nature Reserve are holding a Bat Walk on Tuesday 25th September 7pm-8.30pm led by Miriam Woolnough. Contact 01761 411292 for more details 25th Welton Rovers play Roman Glass at home, kick off 7.30pm 28th Bath Festival of Children’s Literature runs from 28th September to 7th October, for more information www.bathkidslitfest.org.uk 28th Alpha taster session with Welton Baptist Church from 7.30pm to 10pm at Manor Farm, Stratton on the Fosse. Contact 01761 410274 for more information 30th Passenger train operation day at The Somerset and Dorset Railway, Midsomer Norton

November

3rd Midsomer Norton Farmers Market in the Hollies Gardens from 9am – 1pm

3rd Welton Rovers V Keynsham Town at home, kick off

October

1st Midsomer Norton Town Council meeting at the Town Hall. Starts at 7pm 2nd Welton Rovers play Odd Down Bath at home, kick off 7.30pm 6th Midsomer Norton Farmers Market in the Hollies Gardens from 9am – 1pm 6th Welton Rovers V Hallen at home, kick off 3.00pm 13th Mendip Male voice choir and Midsomer Norton and Radstock Silver Band will be performing an ‘Autumn Concert’ at Midsomer Norton Methodist Church. Starts at 7.15pm for more information contact 01761 412654 between 9am and 12.30pm 13th Palladium at the Town Hall: Matinee at 4.30pm

Sunset Boulevard Evening at 7.30pm - Salmon Fishing In The Yemen - 107 mins 12A cert. Ewan McGregor plays a scientist enlisted by Emily Blunt to help a wealthy sheik bring salmon fishing to the desert. Also stars Kristin Scott Thomas as an abrasive politician.

13th Welton Rovers V Almondsbury UWE at home, kick off 3.00pm 15th Midsomer Norton Town Council Planning Committee meeting to be held at the Town Hall.

Starts at 7pm 18th Midsomer Norton Society meeting ‘MEMORIES OF OUR HIGH STREET’. Group participation with slides, 7.30pm in the Town Hall

19th Hearing Aid repair clinic at Midsomer Norton Methodist Church Centre, 10.30am to 12pm

21st J.M.A. presentation service at Midsomer Norton

Methodist Church at 10.30am 27th Welton Rovers V Chard Town at home, kick off 3.00pm 28th Rotary Club of Midsomer Norton and Radstock will be holding a Photographic and Art competition at Writhlington School

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4th Quiz Night at The Centurion Hotel.

Book your table in advance teams of 4-6 people, £2 per person.

For further information or to book your table call 01761 417711 5th Midsomer Norton Town Council meeting at the Town Hall. Starts at 7pm 10th Open Day at Norton Radstock College from 10am to 1pm, contact the college for more information on 01761 433161 10th Palladium at the Town Hall: Matinee at 4.30pm: Audience Choice - TBA. Evening at 7.30pm - Carnage - 80 mins 15 cert. Available now. Two couples meet to discuss an incident that occurred between their 2 children. It starts friendly, but turns tricky. Director Roman Polanski, stars Jodie Foster and Kate Winslet.

10th Half day conference at Beechen Cliff led by Rev. Tom Stuckley with Midsomer Norton Methodist Church 11th Midsomer Norton and Radstock Silver Band will be performing in the Midsomer Norton Remembrance Parade. Starts at 10.30am

15th Midsomer Norton Carnival 15th Midsomer Norton Society meeting ‘SHARING

OUR FAVOURITE PLACES IN MIDSOMER NORTON’. Group participation with slides, 7.30pm in the Town Hall 16th Hearing Aid repair clinic at Midsomer Norton Methodist Church Centre, 10.30am to 12pm 17th Ladies join Welton Baptist Church for an evening of various crafts at Midsomer Norton Town Hall from 7.30pm to 9.30pm, contact us for more details 01761 410274 18th Midsomer Norton Methodist Church Centre, church annual meeting after bring and share lunch at 1.15pm 19th Midsomer Norton Town Council Planning Committee meeting to be held at the Town Hall. Starts at 7pm 20th A talk ‘imagine a World in which anyone can make anything’ at Radstock Museum, contact the Museum for more information 20th Welton Rovers V Sherbourne Town at home, kick off 7.30pm

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THING TO DO MONDAY Job Centre Plus Midsomer Norton Childrens Centre 9.30am - 3.00pm. Appointments or drop in.

Veterans Football League at Norton Hill Sports centre at 7.30pm to 9.30pm.

Storytime: Stories for 0-5 year olds for free. 11.00am 11.30am at Midsomer Norton Library.

Open swimming at South Wansdyke Sports Centre from 6.30am to 11am, 11.30am to 1.30pm, 2.30pm to 8.00pm and 9.00pm to 10.00pm.

Longvernal Play Session Orchard Vale Hall Every Monday @ 3.30pm. After school fun & activities with the Play Rangers – Wansdyke Play Association 01761 420660.

Playzone (parent & toddler group) Longvernal Primary School 1.15 – 3.00pm Term Time Only 01761 418226.

Little Puma’s Tae Kwon Do group at Norton Hill Sports Centre ages 4 to 6 from 5.15pm to 6pm, juniors and adults 6pm to 7pm.

Music with Mummy at the Methodist Church every Monday from 10am to 2.30pm for more information call Justine on 0171 413039.

FISH Trampoline Club at Norton Hill Sports Centre Juniors 5pm to 6pm, Adults 7pm to 8pm.

Tummy Gym Sessions are held at South Wansdyke Sports Centre from 5.45pm to 6.15pm.

Passport to Health sessions are held at South Wansdyke Sports Centre from 11am to 2pm.

Aqua Aerobics at South Wansdyke Sports Centre 8pm to 8.45pm.

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Somerset and Dorset Railway Heritage Trust is open every Monday from 1pm to 4pm, for viewing only contact 01761 411221.

Wesley Guild at Midsomer Norton Methodist Church from 4.00pm fortnightly, a Christian services, devotional, cultural, social and musical interests with invited speakers.

Monday youth club (term time only) at Midsomer Norton Methodist Church, 6.15pm for children aged 3 6 and 7.45pm for children aged 7 and above.

The early shift café at Longvernal School. Coffee and cake in conjunction with Longvernal Tweenies group for parents or carers of preschool and school aged children 8.45am to 10.45am.

Café 3:16 from 3:30pm-5:30pm at Town Hall; youth café open to teenagers to hang out for a couple of hours after school.

Five-a-side football from 9pm -10:00pm at Norton Hill School with Welton Baptist Church, five-a-side football in the Gym. 20.20.20 classes at South Wansdyke Sports centre at 11am, every Monday.

Healthy Back, stretch and tone classes at South Wansdyke Sports Centre at 12 noon.

Kettle Ball classes to strengthen and tone at South Wansdyke Sports centre from 6.00pm.

Spinning classes at South Wansdyke Sports Centre at 6.30pm.

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

Drop in Baby Clinic Midsomer Norton Children’s Centre 10.00 – 11.30.

Playtots from 10:00am - 11:30am at the Town Hall for pre-school children, babies and their carers.

Somer Athletic Club at Norton Hill Sports Centre for adults 7pm to 9pm.

Dance class with the Desert Divas at St John’s Church Hall from 7pm to 8.30pm. For more information call 01761 416671.

Short mat bowls every Tuesday at The Somer Centre from 2.30pm to 4.30pm and 7.00pm to 9.00pm contact 01761 418400.

Football with a qualified coach can be played at South Wansdyke Sports Centre every Tuesday from 5.30pm to 6.30pm on the outdoor pitch.

Open swimming at South Wansdyke Sports Centre from 6.30am to 10am, 12pm to 1.30pm, 2.30pm to 4pm.

Midsomer Norton Townswomen’s Guild meets on the second Tuesday of each month at St John’s Church Hall at 2pm. For more information call 01761 413528.

50+ swimming at South Wansdyke Leisure Centre 11am to 12pm.

Mass is celebrated at St John the Baptist from 12pm every Tuesday.

Tummy Gym Sessions are held at South Wansdyke Sports Centre from 6.00pm to 6.30pm.

Methodist Church Women’s Fellowship meets fortnightly from September to June at the Methodist Church Centre at 3pm, for more information contact 01761 235970.

Aqua Aerobics at South Wansdyke Sports Centre 10am to 10.45am.

Senior Rugby training at Midsomer Norton Rugby Club at 7.30pm, contact 07773 567 887 or 01761 419750.

Stop off at Midsomer Norton Methodist Church for morning coffee and lunches from 11am to 1pm.

Housegroups starts at 7:45pm at various localities offering a chance to meet in smaller groups for prayer, bible study and general ‘this and that’!

Contact Church Office 410274 - leave message if necessary.

Spinning classes at South Wansdyke Sports centre at 6.45pm.

Gentle exercise classes at South Wansdyke Sports centre at 10.45am.

Box circuits classes at South Wansdyke Sports centre at 7.30pm.

FISH Trampoline club for Juniors at Norton Hill Sports Centre from 5pm to 7pm.

Ballroom and Latin American dancing for beginners at the Town Hall from 8.00pm to 9.00pm, contact 01225 461834.

Open swimming at South Wansdyke Sports Centre from 6.30am to 10.30am, 11.30am to 1.30pm, 3.00pm to 6.00pm.

Under 8’s junior football training for Midsomer Norton Football Club at Norton Hill astro pitch from 6.30pm to 7.30pm, contact 01761 434758.

Junior badminton coaching every Wednesday at Norton Hill Sports Centre from 5pm to 6pm for 11 to 14 years, 6pm to 7pm for 14 years and over.

High Street Wives Group meets on alternate Wednesdays at the Midsomer Norton Methodist Church and welcome ladies of all ages, for more information contact 01761 436770.

Under 10’s junior football training for Midsomer Norton Football Club at Norton Hill astro pitch from 6.30pm to 7.30pm, contact 01761 434758.

Passport to Health sessions are held at South Wansdyke Sports Centre from 10am to 2pm.

Music with Mummy at the Methodist Church every Wednesday from 10am to 12pm, for more information call Justine on 01761 413039.

Adult Dance classes every Wednesday evening at the Town Hall, contact Paula on 07860 839 560 for more details.

Toddlers group at Midsomer Norton Methodist Church at 12.30pm term time only.

Wives Group at Midsomer Norton Methodist Church at 2.00pm fortnightly, speakers on various topics.

Café 3:16 at 3.30pm-5.30pm in the Town Hall, a youth café open to teenagers to hang out for a couple of hours after school.

Dynamos from 6.30pm-7.45pm at Welton Baptist Chapel a children's group for age 6 to school year 4.

Superchargers at 6.45pm-8.00pm in St. John’s Ambulance Hall from children's group for school years 5 & 6.

Voltage from 7pm-9pm in the Town Hall for Teens group for school year 7 to age 14.

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THURSDAY Jenny Peplow singers meet every Thursday at 7.15pm at the Somer Centre, for more information call Jenny on 01373 812093.

Citizens Advice Bureau 3rd Thursday of the month at The Children's Centre Midsomer Norton 01225 396858 for appointments.

Family First (for parents and carers of children with additional needs) 1.30pm to 3.00pm. Come along on the first Thursday of every month to Midsomer Norton Children’s Centre.

Dance class with the Desert Divas at the Town Hall from 12.15pm to 1.15pm. For more information contact 01761 416671.

Welton Vale over 50’s club meets in the Community Room from 2pm to 4pm, for more information call 01761 417960.

Somer Valley Gardening group meet at the Town Hall on the 2nd Thursday of every month, for more information call 01761 417252.

Somer Athletic Club at Norton Hill Sports Centre for adults and juniors at 7pm to 9pm.

Open swimming at South Wansdyke Sports Centre from 6.30am to 11.00am, 11.30am to 2.00pm, 3.00pm to 10.00pm.

Chilcompton Ladies Choir every Thursday at Midsomer Norton Methodist Church Centre from 7.30pm to 9.00pm contact 01761 416127.

Music with Mummy at the Methodist Church every Thursday from 10am to 12pm, for more information contact Justine on 01761 413039.

Passport to Health sessions are held at South Wansdyke Sports Centre from 8pm to 10pm.

Health and Beauty Group at St John’s Church Hall at 7.30pm to 8.30pm all ages welcome from 30’s to 80’s.

Contact Annette on 01761 414163.

The Old Bakery artists meet on the last Thursday of every month except December at The Fromeway in Radstock, for more information call 01761 418956.

Early support stay and play group at Midsomer Norton Children’s Centre every Thursday from 1.30pm to 3.00pm, for more information contact 01225 396660.

Aqua Aerobics at South Wansdyke Sports Centre 12.45pm to 1.30pm and 8pm to 8.45pm.

St Johns Ambulance adults and cadets: cadets can be aged 11 to 16 and meet at 6.30pm to 7.45pm and the adults meet at 7.45pm onwards: St Johns Ambulance Hall, Radstock Road.

Senior Rugby training at Midsomer Norton Rugby Club at 7.30pm, contact 07773567887 or 01761 419750.

Gentle Exercise classes at South Wansdyke Sports centre at 9.15am.

Body conditioning classes at South Wansdyke Sports centre at 10.30am.

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Spinning classes at South Wansdyke Sports centre at 7.45pm.

Playtots from 10am - 11:30am in the Town Hall. For pre-school children, babies and their carers.

Housegroups at 7:45pm in various localities for a chance to meet in smaller groups for prayer, bible study and general ‘this and that’! Contact Church Office 410274 - leave message if necessary.

FRIDAY Bosom Babes (breastfeeding group) Midsomer Norton Children’s Centre, Pows Orchard, Midsomer Norton at 12.00pm to 1.30pm.

Stay & Play 9.30 – 11.00am @ The Children’s Centre.

Norton Radstock Folk Dance club meet at St Peter’s Church Hall in Westfield from 8.00pm to 10.00pm, for more information call 01761 411292.

Short mat bowls every Friday at The Somer Centre from 2.30pm to 4.30pm. Contact 01761 418400.

Under 7’s and under 9’s junior football training for Midsomer Norton Football Club at Writhlington Sports Centre from 6.00pm to 7.00pm, contact 01761 434758.

Inflatable session in the swimming pool at South Wansdyke Sports Centre every Friday from 6pm to 7pm. Children 8 to 15 years old.

Under 11’s and under 13’s junior football training for Midsomer Norton Football Club at Writhlington Sports Centre from 7.00pm to 8.00pm, contact 01761 434758.

Open swimming at South Wansdyke Sports Centre from 6.30am to 1.30pm, 2.00pm to 8.30pm.

Junior and adults Tae Kwon Do at Norton Hill Sports Centre from 7pm to 8pm.

Tummy Gym Sessions are held at South Wansdyke Sports Centre from 6.00pm to 6.30pm.

Adult social badminton club, every Friday at Norton Hill Sports Centre from 6pm to 9pm.

Meet for prayer at Midsomer Norton Methodist Church at 9.45am.

Pop in for coffee at Midsomer Norton Methodist Church at 10am.

Craft Tea at Midsomer Norton Methodist Church from 2.00pm to 3.00pm.

Whist Club at Midsomer Norton Methodist Church from 2.00pm to 4.00pm.

Choir practice at Midsomer Norton Methodist Church from 7.30pm.

Yoga fitness at 11am at South Wansdyke Sports centre.

Zumba at South Wansdyke Sports centre at 1pm.

The Early Shift from 8:30am-10:30am in the Old Town Hall for parents or carers (after doing the school run) to have an early coffee and a cake and a bit of a chin wag!

Spinning classes at 6.30pm at South Wansdyke Sports centre.

SATURDAY Saturday Club @ The Somer Centre Midsomer Norton.

A range of activities for disabled & non disabled children 10am – 2pm Wansdayke Play Association 01761 420660.

Tricknology testing at Midsomer Norton Skate park, contact MOJO for more details on 07840 904 083.

Inflatable session in the swimming pool at South Wansdyke Sports Centre every Saturday from 4pm to 5pm. Children 8 to 15 years old.

Active 8 Saturday Kids Club at South Wansdyke Sports Centre from 9.30am to 12.30pm for 8 to 12 year olds.

Open swimming at South Wansdyke Sports Centre from 11.30am to 5.00pm and 6.00pm to 7.00pm.

Midsomer Norton Methodist Cricket Club, meets every Saturday in season, for more information contact John on 01761 412328.

Mass is celebrated at St John the Baptist from 9am every Saturday.

Children’s Dance classes every Saturday afternoon at the Town Hall, contact Paula on 07860 839 560 for more details.

Passport to Health sessions are held at South Wansdyke Sports Centre from 9am to 2pm.

The local churches Men’s Breakfast Fellowship meets monthly - 2nd Saturday - at 8.30am (breakfast from 8am) venues vary. For more information call Midsomer Norton Methodist centre on 01761 401450.

Praise and worship at Midsomer Norton Methodist Church at 7.30pm.

Spinning classes at South Wansdyke Sports centre at 10.00am.

Somerset and Dorset Railway Heritage Trust is open every Sunday from 10am to 4pm contact 01761 411221.

Gener8 at Midsomer Norton Methodists takes place on the 1st Sunday in the month in November and December and the 2nd Sunday in the month for the rest of the year from 9.30am, includes activities, lively bible stories etc.

Morning worship Youth church and crèche from 10.30am at Midsomer Norton Methodist Church.

Evening service from 6pm at St John the Baptist.

Evening Worship from 6.00pm at Midsomer Norton Methodist Church.

Morning Service at 10:30am at Somervale School; morning worship service for all ages. eNeRGy groups at 10:30am at Somervale School for groups for all ages from 3-11 during the main morning service.

Evening Service 6:00pm at Somervale School; evening service - ‘café style’.

Ignite (14-18’s) at 8pm-9:30pm at Welton Baptist Chapel for young Peoples group for age 14 – 18.

SUNDAY Open swimming at South Wansdyke Sports Centre from 10.00am to 1.30pm and 2.30pm to 8.00pm.

Said Mass at 8.00am at St John the Baptist Church.

Family Sung Mass and Sunday School at St John the Baptist Church at 9.30am.

Junior badminton coaching every Sunday at Norton Hill Sports Centre. 10am to 11am for 7 to 11 years, 11am to 12pm for 11 to 14 years and 12pm to 1pm for 14 years and over.

Aqua Aerobics at South Wansdyke Sports Centre 6pm to 7pm.

Junior rugby games and training at Midsomer Norton Rugby Club at 10.30am, contact 07773 567 887 or 01761 419750.

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MEN’S BREAKFAST ... fellowship This Ecumenical Men’s Group will be starting its Autumn programme on Saturday 8th September. The Group meets on the 2nd Saturday morning of each month (excluding July and August) with the venues varying between Midsomer Norton, Radstock and Westfield.

Attendees enjoy an occasional ‘full English’ breakfast!

Meetings are advertised in the Journal, local Church magazines and on Somer Valley 97.5FM through Julian Sheppard (Religious Features Editor). Occasionally, items from Men’s Breakfast feature on the 9am Sunday Morning FaithTime programme which is repeated the following Saturday at 8am or can, with previous programmes, be downloaded for future listening via Somer Valley FM Website.

The Group aims to address the ‘issues of the day’ from a Christian perspective and invites speakers who are knowledgeable in their particular field to do just that.

There is an occasional discussion session within the group of men attending.

A synopsis of the 2011-12 programme follows: Starting in September, Peter Van Peborgh from Radstock recounted his Holy Land Trip, while Jacob Rees Mogg told us of his faith and work as an MP representing this area. The Group shared their own faith experiences in November and in December Rev Stephen Burrow from

Chilcompton told us of his call to the Ministry. Sam Holliday then Editor of the Somerset Guardian asked whether Good News existed or was it just the name of a Bible. Terry Mears in February led us through hospice care and the work of Dorothy House where he was formerly Chief Executive, and the following month two ladies from Bath Samaritans told us about the work they do in our area listening to peoples’ problems. Other mornings have included the visit of Bath & North East Somerset Councillor and Midsomer Norton Mayor Paul Myers who spoke about the local community scene and possible developments, and Rev Philip Simpkins from Keynsham who presented the ‘Challenges of Christianity in 2012.’

The final Breakfast meeting in June was addressed by former local GP, Dr Stephen Rye on ‘Medicine – Present & Future.’ He touched on some of the trends in diagnosing and treating illnesses and also the ethical issues concerned with the start and end of life. His message – ‘Don’t put off going to the Doctor early on with a medical problem,’ – all readers of this article, especially men, take note!

Enquiries about the monthly Men’s Breakfast Fellowship to which all men are welcome to come along, should made c/o Midsomer Norton Methodist Centre Reception (mornings only) on 01761 410450.

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Cool for 5 minutes on the trays before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

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5. For the filling: put the butter in a mixing bowl and beat until soft. Gradually sieve in the icing sugar, beating well after each addition, to make a smooth, spreadable icing. Add a few drops of black colouring to colour. Spread thickly over the flat sides of the remaining pie halves using a knife.

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COMMUNITY BUILDINGS ... and green spaces strategy As a town we are blessed with a number of community buildings which volunteers give their time and energy to keep going for the benefit of all. Sadly when it comes to green spaces Midsomer Norton is less well blessed with very few open spaces.

The Town Council has been looking at ways to support the town’s network of community buildings as well as increasing the amount of green spaces available for people of the town to enjoy. Although in its early stages a policy has been developed which should transform Midsomer Norton in the coming years.

Community Buildings The Town Hall (run by the Sarah Ann Trust), the Orchard Hall (run by the Orchard Community Association) and the Somer Centre (run by the Midsomer Norton Community Association) all offer spaces for community groups and individuals to hire. In addition, there are additional spaces run by the churches and community groups such as St John Ambulance, scouts, guides etc.

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Whilst community volunteers run buildings like the Town Hall, they are leased from Bath & North East Somerset Council who owns them. With increasing pressure on costs, the days of pepper corn rents and subsidies are fast becoming a thing of the past. Add to this a changing world where fewer people are willing to devote their lives to community service and there is a danger that Midsomer Norton, in common with communities around the country will lose its community buildings unless a new model is developed.

Having carried out a study the Town Council is looking to develop a strategy of the halls working together.

Negotiations have been opened with B&NES for long leases on the Town Hall whose lease has run out and the Orchard Hall which urgently needs investment.

Two new charities are being set up by the Town Council: Midsomer Norton Town Trust – will hold the leases for the buildings in trust for the town – following the model of the Midsomer Norton Recreation Ground Trust for the West Clewes Recreation Ground. The Town Trust will be responsible for maintaining the fabric of the buildings and develop a capital sinking fund over time to cover

the cost of repairs. The 11 Town Councillors will be the trustees.

Midsomer Norton Community Trust – will be a community interest company responsible for running the Town Hall and Orchard Hall buildings on a daily basis. With a board of trustees consisting of members of the public and a minority of councillors the community trust will look to not only rent the halls out but also encourage events and activities to help make Midsomer Norton more vibrant than ever before.

The Town Council is working with the Trustees of the Sarah Ann Trust and the Orchard Vale Community Association, who will relinquish their leases if and when agreement can be reached with B&NES in the coming months.

Green Spaces In terms of green spaces, as well as investing in ground services in the town to improve floral displays, in the long term the Town Council is looking to take over formal responsibility for the town’s green spaces, increasing the number of green spaces open to the public in the town where possible. So far the Town Council has agreed heads of agreement terms for leases on: The garden at the rear of the Church of the Holy Ghost (behind Casswells): Renamed the Garden of Friendship this area offers a wonderful oasis of green at the heart of the town centre. Once the lease is concluded, the aim is to fit new gates to meet disability access requirements, repair the boundary fences and then open this to the public.

St Chad’s Well (at the top of the Island): Featured in the first issue of Midsomer Norton LIFE and pictured here. This area is a true hidden gem and has huge potential. Negotiations are in hand between the Town Council and the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership to take a lease on St Chad’s Well.

Once leases for green spaces have been agreed the intention is they will also eventually be held for the town under the Midsomer Norton Town Trust.

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MIDSOMER NORTON SOCIETY

The Midsomer Norton Society is a group of volunteers researching and appreciating our town's history and influencing the present and future developments.

Recognising the ever changing nature of town's and cities, the aim of the Society is to link our town’s rich history with the town as it is today and influence the way it develops in the future.

The Society has run a number of projects including the River Somer Project, Jubilee Lamp and Fountain and the Midsomer Norton Fair day to name but a few.

New members are always welcome, annual membership is £8 per person for those in full time employment, couples £11 and concessionary rates for those not in full time employment are £6 per person and £9 for couples.

Membership runs from June to June and there is an attendance fee of £2 for members and £4 for visitors and guests.

You can also join one of the volunteering sessions to help clean up the town from picking up litter to weeding and planting. If you would like to join the volunteer sessions you can write to the Society giving your contact number.

To contact the Society or obtain a membership form please write to the Society’s Secretary at: Midsomer Norton Society c/o 117 Redfield Road Midsomer Norton Bath BA3 2JH

FOSSEWAY BOWLS CLUB

Fosseway Bowls Club is a friendly but competitive club based at Charlton Lane Midsomer Norton, where members meet on a Monday evening.

A mixed club with ages ranging from 14 to 96! The team has had success in the County both with individual and team competitions.

The club is very sociable entertaining members with themed evenings throughout the year so its a great place to meet new people and enjoy the fully licensed bar as well as some great home cooked food. Fosseway Bowls Club prides itself on the quality of their meals and the varied menu is available most evenings.

The club is offering free limited membership for a year and will supply all the necessary equipment and give you plenty of coaching so its the perfect time to try it out.

For more information you can call Ray Soby, the club secretary, on 01761 453218 or email celiasoby@gmail.com

NORTON RADSTOCK PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY

The Norton Radstock Photographic Society started in 1976 by a group of enthusiasts following an advertisement in the Somerset Guardian for interested amateur photographers, one of the original members Mike Witcombe is still a member of the society and is the current secretary. The Society is affiliated to the Photographic Alliance of Great Britain as a member of the Western Counties Photographic Federation (WCPF).

The society meets every Thursday night at 7.30pm (except during August) at the Midsomer Norton Social Club. In the summer months there are evenings out to various local places of interest plus an annual trip. There is also an Annual Exhibition in Midsomer Norton every year at the Methodist Hall.

For more information on the society you can visit the website www.nrps.org.uk or call 01761 414261.

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RADSTOCK MUSEUM

The Radstock Museum is run by a team of dedicated volunteers who have searched the history books, archives and memories of local people.

Radstock Museum celebrates the lifestyle of the typical coalminer. The museum illustrates not only the home life of the mining families but also the vibrant social, commercial and industrial structure of the past two hundred years. Dedicated areas demonstrate the coalface and the miners' hard, dangerous working conditions. The museum has been described as the jewel in the West Country’s crown.

You can also enjoy a cup of Fairtrade Tea or Coffee and some locally home-made cakes in the tea room and browse the shop where you will find an extensive range of books, DVDs, souvenirs and other merchandise.

The museum is open Tuesday to Friday 2pm–5pm, Saturday 11am-5pm, Sunday 2pm-5pm, Closed on Mondays apart from Bank Holidays when the museum is open 2pm-5pm. The museum is closed in December and January. Admission is £5 for adults, £2.50 for children (6-15 years old), Senior Citizens/Students 16+ £3.50. Free admission for children aged 5 and under and helpers for the disabled. You can purchase a family ticket for £12 (2 adults and 2 children). Groups are £4 per head (minimum of 15).

For further information on the museum you can visit the website www.radstockmuseum.co.uk or call 01761 437722

SILVER STREET LOCAL NATURE RESERVE

The Friends of Silver Street Nature Reserve was formed in 2005 and is supported by B&NES, a group of volunteers dedicated to enhancing the woodland on the edge of Midsomer Norton. The group involves the local community as much as they can in their work as well as working with Fosseway, Norton Hill, Somervale and Rackvernal Schools.

The Reserve consists of a woodland, a series of springs, an old stone spring head and a pond. Originally this was part of the estate connected to Norton House which was demolished in 1930. Heavily involved in the regeneration of the pond the volunteers helped to clear the pond area as well as stabilise the bank and have recently been very busy planting.

The group has had a full programme of events consisting of a Bird Song walk, Butterfly and Bug walk, Summer Herb walk, Owl Prowl and many more. All of the events are advertised locally with posters around the town or you can also contact Lucy or Jim on 01761 411292 for further information.

There is always plenty to do at the Reserve at all times of the year and The Friends of Silver Street Nature Reserve would love to hear from anyone who would like to get involved.

SOMER VALLEY WHEELS

Cycling is one of the best forms of exercise and is a good way to improve health and fitness, Somer Valley Wheels provides the opportunity for you to enjoy cycling for a healthier lifestyle.

New members are always welcome and the group is aimed at those riders who don’t cycle yet or who are relatively inexperienced riders and wish to gain confidence. Rides are with an experienced leader along local cycle paths or quiet lanes, the routes are selected to suit the ability of the riders who are currently aged between 16 to over 70 and the leader ensures that noone gets left behind! The experienced leader will repair any punctures so all you need to do is enjoy the ride.

There is one mid week ride on a Tuesday or Wednesday and another ride on the second and fourth Saturday of each month. Riders meet at 9.45am for a 10am start during the week and meet at 10.15am for a 10.30am start on a Saturday. A charge of £2 is made for each ride and an extra £2 for the use of the group's bikes, if you wish to use one of the bikes these must be reserved in advance. Unless otherwise stated rides start from Welton Manor Farm in Welton, Midsomer Norton.

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MIDSOMER NORTON (CAP) Community Alcohol Partnership

Representatives of the partnership organisations in the Community Alcohol Partnership displaying some of the promotional literature explaining the work of the CAP.

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Whilst virtually every town in the country faces alcohol issues, Midsomer Norton has taken a first step towards changing behaviour by launching a Community Alcohol Partnership (CAP) on 16th July 2012.

Based on successful trials in a number of areas around Britain, the Midsomer Norton CAP will focus mainly on the area surrounding the High Street and is being put in place to help cut incidents of underage alcohol sales and promote responsible drinking for all ages.

youth groups to educate young people and families on the health implications of under aged drinking, enforcement being carried out with Trading Standards working with its partners, including police, local retailers and other partners and also increased training provided for retailers and publicans.

The aim is to reduce under aged drinking of alcohol and irresponsible adult drinking of alcohol by building on the existing work already being undertaken by various organisations within the town. Together the partners will work more closely to inform and advise people on sensible drinking limits and help the local community to tackle alcohol-related problems making Midsomer Norton an even safer place to live, work and play.

“I am pleased to announce this new initiative by the Midsomer Norton Town Council, Bath & North East Somerset Council, NHS BANES and other partners. The CAP will build on the valuable work that so many local groups and organisations have already been delivering.

We need to work together with those who sell alcohol to better understand the problems they face and try to deal with them. The knock-on effects of binge drinking to individuals and local communities can be severe and together we can bring about a change in attitudes and behaviour” said Midsomer Norton Town Councillor Linda Dunford.

The CAP is made up of the Midsomer Norton Town Council, Bath & North East Somerset Council, NHS BANES, Police, Schools, retailers, local publicans and many more organisations and groups. The initiative will see a greater focus on a wide variety of actions including NHS BANES working with the schools and

A key aspect of the partnership will be to break down the barriers between retailers, publicans and the enforcement agencies, and to recognise that by working together alongside the wider community, including the local youngsters and their families, everyone can make a difference.

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New dates have been set for free workshops and one-to-one advice clinics for those starting their own business. Organised and financed by Bath & North East Somerset Council and delivered by Business West, the sessions are designed to give participants the information they need to get their business off to a flying start.

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FANTASTIC YEAR FOR MENDIP MALE VOICE CHIOR

Mendip Male Voice Choir is celebrating a fantastic year under the expert guidance of their musical director Kate Courage.

It has achieved very high standards to give concerts in some really outstanding venues.

Glastonbury Extravaganza had to be the highlight of the year appearing on the same stage as Katherine Jenkins, followed by concerts in the impressive theatre at Writhlington School with Jane Lilley Singers, Keynsham Church with Bel Canto and Bath Forum with Pendyrus Male Choir.

The choir's pianist Carl Speck and soloist Hannah Lockwood performed in their usual professional way throughout not only at concerts but rehearsals as well.

They both play a significant and valuable role within the choirs structure.

Now to the choir's once in a lifetime experience, on Saturday November 3rd members will be singing in front of 5000 people as a part of the Festival of Brass and Voices in the Royal Albert Hall in London.

Before the choir sings at the Royal Albert Hall in November there are opportunities to hear them in the following venues: Saturday Oct 6th Radstock Methodist Church concert in aid of Local Parkinson and Crones and the Children’s South West Hospice.

Saturday Oct 13th “Last Night of the Proms” at Midsomer Norton Methodist Church with Midsomer Norton & Radstock Silver Band.

Tickets will be available through the choir's website: www.mendipmen.co.uk.

During the year the choir welcomed 23 new members and there is still room for more.

If you think you would like to be a part of this superb group of men of all ages please come along any Monday evening at 7.30pm at St Marys Junior School Timsbury commencing September 3rd 2012

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TWINNING TWINNING On the 21st August 2012, Midsomer Norton Town Council signed a new Civic Twinning Charter with Ambarès et Lagrave and opened up a new era of relations between the two towns.

The first agreement linking the towns was signed in 1982. Following the recent reorganization of local government which resulted in three separate new councils Midsomer Norton wanted to put in place a new agreement in what would have been the 30th Anniversary year.

In the event, Radstock and Westfield Councils decided they’d like to make links with new twinning partners whilst Midsomer Norton Town Council was keen to continue with Ambarès et Lagrave. In addition, so as not to exclude anyone who had built friendships over the years who did not live in Midsomer Norton, it was agreed the Town Council would continue to welcome all those who wanted to take part regardless of where they lived.

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The Mayor of Midsomer Norton went to Ambarès et Lagrave as part of the twinning exchange last year and laid the groundwork for putting in place the new civic link and the Council subsequently prepared the arrangements for the twinning signing which took place on the 21st August.

Commencing with a formal signing ceremony in the Town Hall, both Mayors and twinning families shared declarations of their commitment to working together between not only the two towns but Great Britain and France. At the ceremony Cllr Simon Wellington presented the French Mayor with his painting of Midsomer Norton Town Hall and the High Street.

There followed a tour of the town, planting of a commemorative oak tree in the new Midsomer Norton Garden of Friendship (see page 39) rounded off with a traditional cream tea at St John’s Church.

Overall, twinning is not just about signing ceremonies, but at heart is built on the development of lasting friendships between people from our two towns. In the coming year the Town Council will be working with the Twinning Association to develop ever closer links between individuals and also community groups.

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RECYCLING It is important that we all recycle as much as we can from our weekly rubbish collection. Kerbside collections make this simple but you can also visit the recycling centre at Radstock Road, the opening hours are: Monday-Friday 8am-4.15pm Saturday and Sunday 9am-3.45pm Bank holidays 8am – 3.45pm From November the winter opening hours will change to Sunday 1pm closing. All other hours will remain the same.

You can recycle over 35 types of materials at the Recycling Centre and they are currently recycling an average of 74% of the items from these centres. Please separate your materials into the right container when you visit to help them recycle even more.

START RECYCLING AT HOME IN 4 EASY STEPS on your doorstep.

1 Recycle We all have kerbside collections, so if you don’t

already have a recycling box or bag contact Council Connect who will arrange for you to receive one.

out what you can recycle and how.

2 Find Metals Batteries Composting Construction and Demolition Glass Liquids and Chemicals

Paper and Cardboard Plastics Textiles Waste Electronics

your rubbish.

3 Sort Now you know what items you can recycle, find

a handy place to store them. Make sure you encourage everyone in your house to think whether items can be reused or recycled before they get thrown away.

the date and put out your recycling.

4 Check Find out from Council Connect what day your

recycling is collected, and make sure you leave your green bins out.

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FORUM ON ... town’s community plan In order to shape the future direction of Midsomer Norton it is essential that as a town we have a strong Community Plan. However, the key to success lies in local implementation and ensuring the opportunity to interpret and present the output in a range of ways.

Rather than getting in consultants, the Town Council has brought together all the 100 community groups in the town to create the Midsomer Norton Forum from which a Steering Group has been formed to carry out a consultation to include everyone – young and old in the town.

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Midsomer Norton Life will be keeping you in touch as the community planning process unfolds in the coming year.

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MIDSOMER NORTON OLYMPICS

Olympic style fever gripped Midsomer Norton when over seventy children and adults from across the Somer Valley took part in the Rotary Club’s Summer Swimming Event. Held at the South Wansdyke Sports Centre, swimmers from Welton Baptist Church, Midsomer Norton Football Club, South Wansdyke Masters and Norton Radstock Swimming Club took to the water for a fun filled afternoon.

The event was organised in celebration of the up and coming 2012 Olympic Games by the Midsomer Norton and Radstock Rotary Club in partnership with the Norton Radstock Swimming Club. Children ranging from 6 to 15 years competed in individual sprint races for gold, silver and bronze medals, which were supplied by sponsors of the event Midsomer Norton Town Council. In addition the organisers, Norton Radstock Swimming Club, took some Olympic events, gave them a bit of a twist and turned them into fun relay events for the children and their parents.

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The children from years 3 and 4 in Saturn class of Midsomer Norton Primary School have been learning about Australia as a class project. They were all tasked with producing a model of the Great Barrier Reef as their project homework and their teacher was overwhelmed with the fantastic models they produced.

The children learnt about the fish and aquatic life that live on the Barrier Reef and also discussed the pollution and the threats to the reef too, they all very much enjoyed their topic and would love to visit Australia.

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1st MIDSOMER NORTON BEAVERS’ BRONZE AWARDS

The final Midsomer Norton Beaver meeting of the term culminated in the presentation of Chief Scout’s Bronze Awards to four Beavers.

The inclement weather had forced a change of venue from the Scout Group’s campsite at Wellow, back to their Headquarters in Radstock Road, but the children still enjoyed an evening of fun during which they cooked marshmallows over a barbecue.

The award presentation was made by Jon Stell, the Assistant Group Scout Leader, to seven year-olds Jack, Che, Ben and Sophie. Afterwards the youngsters spoke about what they like best about Beavers.

Ben: “I like it when we play with the parachute.”

Sophie: “I like playing the games with my friends.”

Jack: “I like playing Budge-up Beaver.”

Che: “I like everything about Beavers.”

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LONGVERNAL PRIMARY SCHOOL – CIRCLE OF LIFE

All the pupils at Longvernal Primary School put on a spectacular performance of The Circle of Life with the leavers taking the main roles as they showed off their superb acting skills. Lexie Parfitt aged 10 played Sarabi, Harry Kilburn aged 10 played Mufasa, Josh Kelsey aged 11 played Banzi and Rosie Williams aged 11 played Young Simba.

Parents of the pupils showed their support for the production as they involved themselves in the creation of the main backdrop, a wonderful African sunset, which was greatly appreciated by everyone at the school.

Pupils put their creative skills to use as they each made wonderful animal masks for the performance. Masks were fantastically made and decorated which set the stage alight with colour.

Head teacher Jane Richardson said the production had been a great community success with everyone working together. She said “The Circle of Life is a story of change and we used the story to support that idea.

It was a celebration of our year as a school and was a lovely way to end the year”.

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Keith Masdin from Bathford visited Welton Primary School along with his Olympic Torch and talked to the children about the fantastic work he does for the charity Hope and Homes for Children. Keith has raised over £250,000 for the charity and was selected to run with the Olympic Torch in Oakhampton in Devon. Keith had his picture taken with each child at the school so they would each have a memento of the occasion.

The children photographed with Keith are Josh Casling, Shannon Kingman, Jessica Smith, Harry Tomkins, Jenson Brown and Emily Parrott-Pentreath.

TOWN HALL SMARTER The Town Hall is now looking much smarter, thanks to the efforts of the Sarah Ann Trust who have paid to have the outside repainted.

It has been some years since the outside had received any attention and paint was peeling off the windows, the gutters full of leaves and the roof covered in moss. “The main element of the ÂŁ14,000 cost of the project, carried out by a local firm, was the scaffolding. So at the same time as painting all the windows and eaves we also had the gutters cleaned and resealed and repaired some areas of the woodworkâ€?, said Doug Benson, Chairman of the Sarah Ann Trust.

Interestingly the Trust also chose cream coloured paint for the window frames to compliment the white lias stone and give a much less harsh look than the previous brilliant white.

Overall, the Town Hall now stands proud again as it serves as home to the Town Council and over 40 community groups.

The Sarah Ann Trust

The future of the Town Hall was being considered

by Wansdyke Council in 1982 and to ensure that the building remained an integral part of community life, the Sarah Ann Trust was formed. The aims of the Sarah Ann Trust are to maintain and improve the facilities for those organisations which regularly use the Town Hall as well as promoting and managing the use of the Town Hall as a centre for community activities in Midsomer Norton.

The Town Hall was originally built as the Market Hall in 1859. The weather that year was very hot and the stone masons building the hall were quickly exhausted.

A young girl by the name of Sarah Ann watched as the stone masons struggled in the heat and she then decided she could help. She went to the local well and using her pitcher drew water from the well to give to the stone masons. The stone masons were so impressed with Sarah Ann that they decided to honour and commemorate her so they carved her effigy and a water pitcher on either side of the main entrance. These are still visible today and the Sarah Ann Trust took its name from this legend.

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DIAMOND JUBILEE ... year book In order to mark the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee the Midsomer Norton Town Council wanted to give every child attending a school in Midsomer Norton a memento. All the usual ideas of mugs and pens were discussed until we hit on the idea of producing a Midsomer Norton Diamond Jubilee Year Book with a picture of each school class in the town.

Although it proved quite an undertaking –over 4,000 copies were distributed with the help of our schools.

We hope that in years to come people will be able to look back on this very special year and enjoy being able to remember school friends with this very personal Midsomer Norton memento of the Queen's Jubilee celebrations.

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NEW GATEWAY SIGNS ...

for Midsomer Norton

After many years of discussion, Midsomer Norton Town Council has finally been able to commission and install new gateway signs which befit the town and which not only incorporate their new logo but also note the twinning link with Ambarès et Lagrave.

“The aim of the new signs is to not only welcome visitors to the town, but to make a statement of civic pride. It is worth noting they are not strict territorial boundary markers but have been located in the best positions to been seen”, said Cllr Steve Plumley.

The new gateway signs replace those installed by B&NES in the immediate aftermath of the Community Governance Review. These were always rather a stop gap measure as they did not give much sense of entering Midsomer Norton as they were so small.

Over the weekend contractors and volunteers have worked flat out in order to also put in place rocks and planting underneath the signs to greet Midsomer Norton’s French visitors from Ambarès et Lagrave. This planting space will also come into its own in the spring when the bulbs come up.

Gateway sign at West Road with Cllr Steve Plumley and Cllr Paul Myers, Mayor of Midsomer Norton

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A MESSAGE FROM The idea of this piece is to give you an insight into the sometimes perplexing workings of the Council – the ‘whys’ and ‘wherefores’ so you can understand why sometimes seemingly simple things can prove exceedingly tortuous. I call it the ‘Sir Humphrey’ aspects of my job after the infamous Permanent Secretary from the ‘Yes Prime Minister’ TV series those of certain age will remember.

Whilst these procedures can be frustrating at times, seemingly putting a brake on progress, they are there for a purpose. They are firstly to ensure the workings of the Council are totally transparent; secondly your money is spent effectively; and lastly the Council acts legitimately.

The last one needs some explanation. Currently Parish and Town Councils can only do things for which they have powers granted by Act of Parliament (The implementation of the Localism Act is changing aspects of this, but that’s another story).

My role is to ensure the Council is run not just efficiently but also effectively. By this I mean all the Sir Humphrey bits are done with the minimum disruption to the working of the Council. A recent example is the annual return to the external auditor and making provision for public scrutiny of the accounts. This is working efficiently.

Working effectively is, however, using the powers the Council has to help achieve the Council’s goals. The content of this newsletter is a testament to the progress which has been made: new gateway signs, new council signage at West Clewes Recreation Ground and the Allotments, new waste bins, the signing of the new civic twinning charter just to begin with!

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Council Office Opening Hours: The Town Council office is open five days a week and Michael Curry and Carole Sims will be happy to take your calls and discuss any issues with you.

You can drop in between 9.30am and 3.30pm but it is probably best to ring the main Midsomer Norton Town Council number 01761 418701 first.

Councillor’s Surgery Appointments: You can request an appointment through the Town Clerk to meet with a Councillor to raise issues or concerns.

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TOWN COUNCILLORS

Brian Lawrence Finance Area: Redfield

Jane Lewis Planning Area: Welton North

John Slade IT and planning Area: Welton Centre

Linda Dunford Community groups & activities Area: Charlton Park

Lynda Robertson Community groups & activities Area: Welton centre

Michael Curry Town Clerk

Michael Evans Law & order Area: Town Centre South

Paul Myers Mayor; Civic Area: Redfield

Pete Mocock Planning Area: Hayes Park

Richard Robertson Allotments and Transport Area: Welton centre

Simon Wellington Culture and Sport Area: North Road Area

Steve Plumley Sport and Culture Area: Radstock Road Area

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