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NEW PATIENTS WELCOME
Thanks to our complete Practice refurbishment, we can now welcome more patients to begin their Dental Health Journey in our step-free accessible Practice.
The Practice
With all new surgeries, easy-access dental chairs, the absolute newest digital imaging suite and the very best materials and equipment, you’ll experience dentistry like never before.
The Team
Thanks to their decades of experience, across multiple cities, our team are the leading experts in dental care in the area. Kind, calm and reassuring, they’re ready to help you on your dental health journey.
The Care
From Front of House, to the nurses, to the dentists, our team care about you. Thanks to our Membership Plans, we’re able to offer discounts on treatments, alongside International Emergency cover for dental issues.
Message from the Chairman
As the development of Waterside Valley continues, it’s encouraging to see how features like picnic tables and hardcore footpaths are making the area more accessible for our less able-bodied residents and visitors.
However, it’s disheartening to receive reports of vandalism, including graffiti and damage caused by trail bikes and other motorised vehicles. What some may not realise is that the cost of repairing this damage ultimately falls to the ratepayers of Westfield. These facilities are here for everyone to enjoy, and preserving them is a shared responsibility.
With autumn and winter approaching, let’s all take a moment to consider those less fortunate than ourselves, and work together to protect and respect the spaces we all value.
Cllr Phil Wilkinson Chairman
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Westfield Front Garden Competition
Westfield Parish Council is delighted to announce the winners of the 2025 Front Garden Competition, celebrating the creativity and dedication of local residents who help to brighten up the parish with their gardening talents.
This year’s overall winner is Mrs Wendy Stevens of Wesley Avenue, whose charming front garden captured the admiration of judge Rob Wicke. With a brilliant use of a small space and an impressive display of plants in full bloom, Mrs Stevens’ garden stood out for its vibrant colour and thoughtful design.
Taking home the prize for Best Containers, for the second year running, is Mr Boswell of Fosseway Gardens. His pristine and beautiful hanging baskets once again wowed judge Rob, who commented “not a leaf or petal out of place”.
Winners received a trophy, certificate and a voucher generously donated by Thomsons Hardware, Radstock. Cllr Cooper, Chair of the Environment and Development Committee presented the prizes, saying of Mrs Stevens’ garden, it was a beautiful front garden with lots of colour and interesting plants.’
Unfortunately, Mrs Stevens was unavailable for the presentation photo but her husband kindly accepted on her behalf, insisting the work in the garden is all his wife’s.
Mr Boswell received his prize for ‘Best Container’, presented by Cllr Cooper who said, ‘beautiful colour combination. The baskets are absolutely stunning. Well done!’
Mr Boswell was pleased to have won for a second year in a row, explaining he brings the plants on in his greenhouse from February.
Westfield Parish Council extends its heartfelt thanks to Thomsons Hardware, Radstock for their continued support, to all those who took part, and to our knowledgeable judge, Rob Wicke, for his time and expertise.
The competition continues to grow each year, and we look forward to even more stunning entries in 2026.
SWALLOW Charity’s employment projects
SWALLOW Charity enables local teenagers and adults with learning disabilities to live life to the full. Many SWALLOW members dream of having a job and having their contributions valued by the local workforce. The charity strives to create paid work opportunities for its members wherever possible, to help them on their journeys towards employment, and two of these opportunities run from its base here in Westfield.
SWALLOW Charity’s Gardening in the Community project enables four SWALLOW members, with staff supporting them, to get paid to spruce up local older people’s gardens. The project has multiple benefits, including encouraging intergenerational relationships, providing company to people who are isolated, saving their green spaces and enabling learning disabled people to be paid for their work. A gardening recipient recently commented ‘My life changed when SWALLOW came to do my garden and it came back to life – I am so grateful that they are there for people like me.’
Another employment strand that SWALLOW creates is making items to sell, either online or at local market stalls. SWALLOW members work hard to make craft items including candles, cards, ornaments and accessories for sale. The items are sold online at www.swallowcharity.org/shop
and also at craft stalls at local events including the Midsomer Norton Farmers Market.
SWALLOW relies on voluntary income to fund these opportunities. To find out how you can support the charity, please visit www. swallowcharity.org/support
If you would like to learn more about how SWALLOW makes a difference in the lives of local people go to https://www.swallowcharity.org
Click Café: Helping the community, one
The Click Café at Hope House Surgery has become a friendly and welcoming space where local older adults can get help with all things digital. Whether it’s learning how to use a smartphone, sending an email, accessing health services online, or connecting with family and friends via video calls, the Click Café takes place the first Tuesday of the month between 10am and 12pm.
Since launching, the Click Café has supported many local people to build their digital confidence in a relaxed, supportive environment. Run by Age UK B&NES in partnership with Hope House Surgery and supported by dedicated digital champion volunteers, it offers free one-to-one support over a cuppa.
But while the café has already made a big difference in many people’s lives the Click Café relies on local people knowing about it and coming along to support it.
“We know there are many more people in Radstock who could benefit from this service,” one volunteer said. “Whether it’s learning how to book a GP appointment online, setting up a new phone, or just understanding what a tablet can do, we’re here to help.”
One regular visitor said: “I was scared to even turn on my phone before. Now I use it to speak to my grandchildren every week. The Click Café has changed my life.”
If you or someone you know could benefit from a little digital support, or if you just want to pop in for a friendly chat while learning something new, please do come along.
To find out more or book a session, contact the Age UK B&NES Digital Team at digital@ageukbanes. co.uk or call 07552 744025 or 07552 774914
Waterside Valley River Fly Monitoring
Snails Brook, which is a tributary of Wellow Brook, runs the length of Waterside Valley. Whilst it is very pretty and has a wealth of nature including damsel flies, butterflies and various birds, bats and deer, we don’t know how clean the water is.
Did you know?
River flies are freshwater invertebrates living within rivers, streams, ponds and lakes. River flies are sensitive to pollution and changes in the water that they live in. This means that by monitoring the presence, abundance and diversity of 8 specific river flies on a regular basis, you can assess the water quality of a river and whether there is any pollution present.
Who does this?
Volunteers supporting Waterside Valley have recently completed a course with the Riverfly Partnership organised through the Bristol and
Avon Rivers Trust (BART) in association with Somer Valley Rediscovered, and have qualified to be able to do monthly monitoring and reporting.
When does this happen?
Once the site is registered and baseline levels are established, we will be undertaking riverfly monitoring on a monthly basis, weather and water conditions permitting. You may see us with our equipment, please come along and talk to us, we will be happy to explain what we are doing.
How do I find out more?
Riverfly monitoring has never been done before in Waterside Valley so we are in the process of setting this up. We will report again in future editions when we have established how healthy our watercourse is.
For further information see www.riverflies.org
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would like to thank customers, old and new, for their continued support
We are pleased to supply our customers with locally farmed meat, poultry, milk and cheeses, home-prepared bacon and cooked meats, our prize-winning pies and sausages, plus our famous faggots!
Shop opening hours: Tuesday-Friday 7am-3pm, Saturday 7am-1pm Orders by phone or via our Facebook page are most welcome.
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Path Improvements in Waterside Valley
There has been a lot of activity in Waterside Valley over the last few months.
Following the grass cutting in the spring, the path improvements have now been completed. This has provided an accessible route from the entrance to Waterside Valley between Chestnut Close and Cherry Tree Close. The path goes down and through the valley, along the Snails Brook, finishing at the entrance to St Nicholas Church by the Swallows Café, allowing access to Radstock town centre. Where the path crosses the watercourses from the natural springs, duckboards have been placed with additional drainage to help prevent the area becoming muddy in wet conditions.
A selection of benches and picnic tables have also been put in; some offer views across the valley along the top grassy path and some have been placed by the grassy area by Snails Brook which is a popular area for families and children to explore and play. Special attention was paid to the location of these benches so that good views can be enjoyed. The picnic benches are wheelchair accessible.
In addition, where the path continues towards the new bridge and Haydon Batch, a bench has also been placed and the path leading to the bridge has been improved.
Westfield Parish Council Celebrates ‘Love Parks Week’
Westfield Parish Council celebrated Keep Britain Tidy’s Love Parks Week campaign with a series of events designed to celebrate and promote the value of local green spaces. Residents of all ages have been enjoying a programme of free, nature-focused activities throughout the week, bringing the community together in support of our outdoor spaces.
On Saturday 26th July, Westhill Club played host to a Cream Tea afternoon, accompanied by music from the Mendip Brass Band. Visitors enjoyed scones and tea on the new patio while listening to an uplifting performance by the band, whose music added a traditional, feelgood atmosphere to the sunny afternoon.
On the same day, a Dr Bike pop-up at Westhill Recreation Ground gave cyclists the opportunity for free safety checks, minor repairs, and maintenance tips, encouraging greener travel around the parish. There was also balance bikes for smaller children to try out, as well as electric bikes for the adults.
One of the creative highlights was a mandala art session at Norton Hill Recreation Ground held on Wednesday 30th July, led by Emily from EcoWild. Participants created designs using natural materials such as foliage and flowers, before working together on a larger scale mandala made with lime and flour – a biodegradable creation that left a beautiful, temporary impression on the land.
Unfortunately, the Tai Chi session scheduled for Thursday 31st July had to be postponed due to thunderstorm warnings, prioritising the safety of participants. The Parish Council is working to confirm a new date, which will be announced shortly via the website, Facebook and Parish noticeboards. Residents are encouraged to keep an eye out for updates and join in when the session is rescheduled.
On Saturday 2nd August Steve England led a Family Nature Walk. Starting at Westhill Recreation Ground, the walk highlighted how easy it is to park and access the nearby Waterside Valley on foot.
Along the way, participants learned to identify local birds and insects, tried their hand at foraging, and even discovered fossils, bringing the area’s natural history vividly to life. Steve’s knowledge of the landscape made the walk a hit with adults and children alike!
Westfield Parish Council would like to give thanks to Somer Valley Rediscovered, whose funding made the mandala art session and the family nature walk possible. Their support continues to enhance local access to nature and helps bring people closer to the green spaces on their doorstep.
The Parish Council also extends thanks to all the event leaders and participants who helped make the week a success. Residents are encouraged to continue enjoying and looking after the parks throughout the year.
Lend an Hour, Change a Life: Volunteer for the Poppy Appeal
Each year, the Royal British Legion’s iconic Poppy Appeal brings communities together in a powerful act of remembrance and support. While most of us recognise the symbol each November, the work behind the appeal, and the impact it has, goes far beyond that one month.
Now, the Legion is calling on local volunteers to help with this year’s Tesco collection campaign, taking place across several key dates in October and November 2025.
Whether you have an hour, a morning, or an afternoon to spare, your time could make a meaningful difference to the lives of serving personnel, veterans, and their families. The Legion supports over 36,000 War Disablement Pension cases and carries out an incredible 300,000 welfare and friendship visits each year.
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Collection slots are available on:
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24th October – Afternoon from 12:30 onwards
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6th November – Morning and Afternoon
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Some slots are just for the morning or afternoon, while others are flexible. It’s a small commitment that helps to sustain a lifeline of year-round support for those who’ve served.
If you’d like to get involved, or just find out more, please contact:
Alison Wilson (Poppy Appeal Organiser) on 07743 646066 or email alisonwilson.msntrbl@gmail.com or
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Help honour their service. Give an hour and be part of something bigger.
Keeping Our Roads Safe, Operation Check Hits The Streets
Summer is always a busy time for the police, and here in Westfield, it’s no different. Our neighbourhood team has been hard at work responding to a wide variety of calls for help and one issue that keeps coming up is nuisance vehicles and excessive noise on our roads.
From electric bikes and off-road vehicles to illegally modified or simply unroadworthy cars, these vehicles aren’t just an annoyance, they can cause real distress and pose serious risks to public safety. Whether it’s the way they’re driven or the danger they present, we know this is a concern for many residents, parish and town councils alike.
That’s why we’ve launched Operation Check, a local initiative focused on tackling road-related crime and anti-social driving behaviour. This operation is aligned with priorities set out by the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) in their 2024–2029 Police and Crime Plan, which highlights the importance of tackling the “Fatal Five”: not wearing a seatbelt, speeding, distractions, drink/ drug driving, and dangerous driving.
You might have already seen some of our Op Check activity taking place and we’ll be sharing updates on our Facebook page, Bath and North East Somerset Neighbourhood Policing. The operation
involves close collaboration with our specialist colleagues in speed enforcement and road policing, as well as external partners like the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency, who bring their own expert knowledge and enforcement powers to the table.
What can you expect during Operation Check?
• Increased police patrols
• On-the-spot vehicle inspections
• Fixed penalty notices issued to drivers who are putting others at risk
Our aim is simple: to make the streets of Westfield safer and quieter for everyone.
If you see vehicles being used in an anti-social manner, please report it through the Avon and Somerset Police website by clicking “Report.” From there, choose the “anti-social riding or driving” option. Every report helps us build a clearer picture of where the problems are and where future Op Check deployments should be focused.
Remember: if it’s not reported, we can’t act. Let’s work together to keep our roads safe this summer.
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Somer Valley Rediscovered Volunteer Update
Over the past four sessions, totalling around 22 hours, our fantastic volunteers have been hard at work at Haydon Batch, enhancing pathways and installing steps by the Linden Close entrance.
Rain or shine, their energy and dedication never waver. These improvements have made green spaces more accessible and inviting for all.
From strenuous construction to scything, planting, and scrub clearance, our volunteers continue to shape a richer landscape. We also deeply value the efforts of our Nature Watch and Flood Watch volunteers, whose monitoring supports biodiversity and local resilience. The Somer Valley Rediscovered team is in awe of your commitment, thank you for making this project thrive!
Getting to Know Your New Parish Councillor!
Hi everyone! I’m really excited to introduce myself as your new Parish Councillor. So, why did I decide to get involved? Well, a lot of my family have always been active in helping professions and our local community. Plus, I’ve moved around quite a bit for work recently, and I really wanted to sink my teeth into being a part of the Westfield community and help people out.
What I’d Love to Achieve
By the end of my time as a councillor, I’d absolutely love to have started and seen a project through – one where residents of the Parish Council genuinely feel it’s made a positive change in their daily lives.
My Approach
I’m hoping to use my experience from working in sports, physical activity, and people development to help the folks of Westfield. I’m keen to see where those skills can best be put to use!
What Could Be Better in Westfield?
I’m still new and learning. One thing I think we could really improve in Westfield is making sure everyone knows about all the awesome things available to them and what’s going on in general. For example, I only discovered Waterside Valley a couple of weeks ago, even
though I’ve lived here for four years! It’s a fantastic spot, and I had no idea.
So, how do we get the word out about what the Parish Council is up to? I’ve been thinking about using social media, like Instagram, more effectively. We could really promote some of the great things happening in Westfield and highlight our wonderful community and the people who live here.
Outside of Council Life...
When I’m not busy with Parish Council work, I love just chilling out and spending time with my family, especially going on adventures with my son. I’m also into mountain biking, hitting the gym, staying active, and yes, I’m a fully grown man who still enjoys playing computer games! And if you ever see me with my head in a book, it’s probably sci-fi!
– Alex Chapman
World Mental Health Day Event
Saturday 11th October at the Holburne Museum, Great Pulteney Street, Bath BA2 4DB
On Saturday 11th October, 2025 the Holburne Museum will host the Bath and North East Somerset annual World Mental Health Day event. The event will take place between 10.30am and
3.30pm in the Holburne museum and grounds. On offer will be information stands, wellbeing workshops, and a community orchestra and choir.
All welcome to this free event – just turn up, no need to book.
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Rotary Club’s Presidential Handover
The Horse & Jockey welcomed the Rotary Club of Midsomer Norton & Radstock for their yearend Presidential Handover on 20th June.
Debby, having served a very successful year has raised almost £4000 for her chosen charity, Different Strokes, which supports young stroke survivors. Debby’s year culminated with the Midsomer Norton Town Council honouring the club with the Community Group of the Year civic award.
Debby is now pleased to be passing the role as President onto John Dando who has always been an active member of the Midsomer Norton community. Whilst a member of the White Hart Carnival Club, John organised the Half Marathon, the inauguration of a Town Crier, the White Hart Folk Club, and has appeared on many prize-winning carnival floats.
John has been a Director of the Midsomer Norton Community Trust and Dial-a-Ride, served as a School Governor and was on the Committee for the local RNLI supporters. He also created the successful Mendip Packet Folk Club and has taken part as Master of Ceremonies at various Folk Festivals. John also volunteers as a guide for school children at the Radstock Museum.
Since joining Rotary, John successfully launched an annual Boot Swap scheme as well as being involved in the Carol Service, Beer Festival and many other events. He hopes to fill his Presidential year with
projects that will benefit Midsomer Norton and Radstock and entertain members and the public alike.
The first fundraising event in John’s year was the annual Golf Tournament on Friday, 19th September at Wells Golf Club.
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Somer Valley Walking Festival returns this year with expanded programme
Discovery, connection and outdoor adventure are the themes of this year’s Somer Valley Walking Festival, on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th September.
The festival, which is organised by Bath & North East Somerset Council’s Somer Valley Rediscovered project, in partnership with Somer Valley Ramblers, is designed to encourage people to make the most of the area’s rich heritage, vibrant wildlife and unique landscapes while enjoying the benefits of being out in the fresh air.
The programme offers something for everyone, with walks for all abilities - from a gentle stroll around the Timsbury Valley to a more strenuous hike through the Cam Valley and a Wellbeing Buggy Walk for parents, families and caregivers.
Councillor Sarah Warren, Deputy Council Leader (statutory) and Cabinet Member for Sustainable Bath and North East Somerset said: “The Somer Valley Festival is always a popular event. I would encourage people to join one or more of the walks and take the opportunity to explore the area. Most of the events are family friendly and free and many are led by local experts who are keen to share their local knowledge.”
The popular bat walk, led by Steve England, starts at 7.30pm on Saturday evening. Join the walk outside St Nicholas’s Church in Radstock and head into Waterside Valley with bat detectors that pick up the echolocations and help to identify the species of bats flying overhead.
The Super Pirates Family Festival at Timsbury Conygre Hall will offer entertainment for youngsters, with a disco, circus activities, crafts and a giant inflatable ring from 3pm to 5pm on Sunday.
As well as the walks there are several sessions which aim to encourage people to try new things. On Saturday you can try out Nordic Walking in Midsomer Norton Town Park 11am to 12.30pm and on Sunday Tai Chi 11am to 12pm, Nordic Walking in Timsbury 11.30pm to 12.30pm and Seated Dance 12.45pm to 1.15pm.
Those who prefer to explore at their own pace can follow one of the Westfield Heritage Trails or an immersive Somer Valley Audio Trail through Haydon Batch, Waterside Valley, Wellow Brook Walk or Midsomer Norton Town Park.
The Somer Valley Walking Festival runs from 12th to 14th September. The full programme of events can be found at somervalleyrediscovered.co.uk
WHAT'S ON
SEPTEMBER
6th – Bombshell, live at Mardons Club, 9pm. Free entry and all welcome
6th – Two of Clubs at Westfield Sports and Community Centre
8th – Environment and Development Committee meeting, Unit 3G, St Peter’s Park, Cobblers Way. 7pm
11th – Colin Lewis at Westfield Sports and Community Centre
12th – Quiz Night at Mardons Club. Teams of 4-6, £2.50 per person, 8pm prompt start. In support of Luckington Carnival Club. Book your team by emailing contactmardons@gmail.com
13th – Fantastic Fungi and Nature Walk, 4.30pm –6.30pm. Haydon Batch, meeting at the Que Club entrance off Kilmersdon Road. Join us for a fun and educational adventure at Haydon Batch.
13th – Bat Walk, 7.30pm – 9.30pm. Night Flyers of the Somer Valley. Taking place in Waterside Valley, Meeting outside St Nicholas’s Church, Church Street, Radstock
13th – Josie And The Jukebox, live at Mardons Club, 9pm. Free entry and all welcome
13th – Kevin Rhodes at Westfield Sports and Community Centre
20th – The Offshoots, live at Mardons Club, 9pm. Free entry and all welcome
20th – Pete Holden at Westfield Sports and Community Centre
24th – Finance and Personnel Committee meeting, Unit 3G, St Peter’s Park, Cobblers Way. 10.30am
25th – Barry Karldan at Westfield Sports and Community Centre
27th – Custyrd Pye, live at Mardons Club, 9pm. Free entry and all welcome
OCTOBER
4th – The Other Band, live at Mardons Club, 9pm. Free entry and all welcome
6th – Council meeting, Unit 3G, St Peter’s Park, Cobblers Way. 7pm
7th – ‘Songs and Tunes of the Somerset Coalfield‘ by Dave Byrne and the Hotwell Howlers on Music of the Somerset Coalfield. 7.30 pm at The Somer Centre in Midsomer Norton. Entry is £5 cash or card on the door, no booking required. Doors open at 7pm
11th – Brakelight, live at Mardons Club, 9pm. Free entry and all welcome
11th – Young at Hart at at Westfield Sports and Community Centre
13th – Environment and Development Committee meeting, Unit 3G, St Peter’s Park, Cobblers Way. 7pm
18th – The Walker Close Band, live at Mardons Club, 9pm. Free entry and all welcome
18th – Raindrops at at Westfield Sports and Community Centre
22nd – Finance and Personnel Committee meeting, Unit 3G, St Peter’s Park, Cobblers Way. 10.30am
25th – Halloween Fancy Dress Party with Dr Fraggle Band, live at Mardons Club, 9pm. Free entry and all welcome
25th – Different Beat at at Westfield Sports and Community Centre
NOVEMBER
1st – Limited Edition, live at Mardons Club, 9pm. Free entry and all welcome1st – Limited Edition, live at Mardons Club, 9pm. Free entry and all welcome
1st – Dale Fender at Westfield Sports and Community Centre
3rd – Council meeting, Unit 3G, St Peter’s Park, Cobblers Way. 7pm
8th – Live band at Mardons Club. Free entry and all welcome
6th – Bennie Vee at at Westfield Sports and Community Centre
11th – Environment and Development Committee meeting, Unit 3G, St Peter’s Park, Cobblers Way. 7pm
13th – Lee Ross at at Westfield Sports and Community Centre
15th – Fantastique 80s and 90s Tribute, live at Mardons Club, 9pm. Free entry and all welcome
15th – Jay at Westfield Sports and Community Centre
19th – Finance and Personnel Committee meeting, Unit 3G, St Peter’s Park, Cobblers Way. 10.30am
22nd – The Reformers, live at Mardons Club, 9pm. Free entry and all welcome
22nd – Over Board at at Westfield Sports and Community Centre
WEEKLY EVENTS
MONDAY
• Carers’ Café, 10 am at Mardons Club, 1st Monday of the month
TUESDAY
• Click Cafe at Hope House Surgery, 1st Tuesday of the month. 10am - 12 noon
• Knit and Natter at Trinity Methodist Church, 2pm – 4pm
• Memory Club at Radstock Museum tea room, 10.30am – 12 noon, 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month
• Westfield Inters Youth Club, Westfield Methodist Church, 6.30pm – 8.30pm
WEDNESDAY
• Radstock Youth Club, Church Street, 7pm – 9pm
• Bingo at Westfield Sports and Community Centre, eyes down 7.30pm
27th – Pete Holden at Westhill Community Centre
29th – Red, live at Mardons Club, 9pm. Free entry and all welcome
29th – Golden Eagles at at Westfield Sports and Community Centre – Save The Date –
Christmas Lights Switch On
Thursday 27th November starting at 6.30pm at the living Christmas tree at the top of Elm Tree Avenue
THURSDAY
• Holy Communion at St Peter’s Parish Church, 10am
• Goldies sing along at Trinity Methodist Church, 11am, second Thursday of each month.
FRIDAY
• Friday Club at Trinity Methodist Church, 2pm –4pm, second Friday of the month.
SATURDAY
• Coffee Morning at Trinity Methodist Church,10am – 12noon
SUNDAY
• FC Family Friendly Service at St Peter’s Parish Church, Westfield, 10 am, 1st Sunday of the month
• Parsh Communion at St Peter’s Church, Westfield 9.30am, 3rd, 4th and 5th Sunday of the month
• Bingo at Westfield Sports and Community Centre, eyes down 7.30pm
Mardons Club
As another fun Summer Skittles League concludes, Mardons would like to thank everyone who took part for making it a huge success. The new league season is now underway, so good luck to everyone!
This Autumn, the great line up of musicians coming to Mardons continues - remember, Saturday night entertainment is FREE and ANYONE CAN VISIT!
Limited Edition have been firm favourites at Mardons for more than 10 years. Highly in demand, this quality group bring upbeat party vibes, terrific song choices and an on stage performance that is lively, engaging and always fun. Loretta, Matt, Ken, Zak and Tony are back for another visit on Saturday, 1st November - save the date.
Playing a wide range of material, everything from Elvis to Aerosmith and Dire Straits to Billy Idol, The Offshoots began gigging in South Wales back in 2017 as an ‘offshoot’ of an acclaimed 9-piece Blues Brothers tribute band. Having visited the club back in 2022, they make a long overdue return on Saturday, 20th September.
A highlight of the Mardons calendar, the Halloween Fancy Dress Party takes place on Saturday, 25th October. Promising to be a ‘spirited’ night of ‘killer’ tunes, this year, the fabulous Dr Fraggle Band will be taking centre stage. Guests at Mardons have a reputation for joining in, so the club invites you to come dressed to kill in your most freaky costumes, ghost, ghoul, villain or monster ...
Limited Edition
Ahead of that, test your knowledge on Friday, 12th September, as the club hosts another popular Quiz Night. Expect quirky questions, fun rounds, a good mix of trivia, nonsense and pure guess work. All funds raised will support your local carnival club, Luckington, to get their entry ready for November.
The Offshoots
Sport remains a popular draw at Mardons, with the football season underway and subscriptions to streaming services, games are shown on the two HD big screens - search facebook for ‘Mardons Sports Page’ to see the schedule of games shown. You can always keep up to date with all that’s happening at the club and plan your nights out with friends by following Mardons on their page:
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Norwest, A Club To Be Reckoned With!
Wow! Norwest is certainly making its mark on the bowls scene this year. There was a time when if you said, “I play for Norwest”, bowlers would say,” Where’s that?” Now they say “Oh, that’s where Chloe and Jack play!”
We have always liked to be known as a friendly club at Norwest but didn’t have a reputation for being the most go getting and competitive club … well things are changing! Norwest is becoming a club to be reckoned with!
Never have so many of our members entered the County and National competitions!
It was great to see our newer bowlers Lisa Davies, Jane Hand and Steve Holmes enter the county beginner’s competition and although they didn’t proceed to the later stages, the experience has set them in good stead to enter next year’s competition and hopefully go on to be winners. We’ve had teams in numerous County and National competitions with varied results and for those who lost their games if you enjoyed the experience that’s all that matters. As for some of our other competitions, our ladies Liz, Chloe and Nora managed to get to the County final of the
Ladies Triples and although they were beaten to the top spot by just 2 shots, they will still be heading to Leamington in the National Ladies Triples.
Jack has had a brilliant season: he claimed the National Under 18’s Boys Singles Plate trophy and then along with Sam Dart (from Purnells Bowls Club) won the County Junior Boys Pairs and they now progress to Leamington. Jack is also playing in the National Foundation Pairs, a competition for a newer bowler and a more experienced one. Jack is playing with Roger Coombes who is the newbie, and they have progressed to the quarter finals at Leamington. Well done Roger a great achievement in your first National competition.
Jack and Chloe have reached the County Mixed Pairs semi-final and both, including Graham Walkington are in the semi-finals of the County Mixed Triples. Good luck to you all.
And then there’s Chloe! She, like Jack has had a brilliant season. She was selected to play in the Somerset squad for the Johns Trophy, and she is in the Amy Rose squad which will compete at Leamington. She is also in the final for the Somerset Junior Girls Singles which will be played
later in the season. And to cap it all off, Chloe was chosen to play for England in the Under 18’s British Bowls Series. It was an amazing experience which I was lucky enough to join her in. The competition was held in Ayr, Scotland and was accompanied by some very typical Scottish weather but nothing could dampen the England squads’ spirit when they took the trophy by winning all six of their games. It was truly incredible to see the amazing talent displayed by all the youngsters from Ireland, Scotland, Wales and of course ENGLAND!
Speaking of youngsters, we were pleased to welcome back to the club our friends from Fosseway School. During the winter months they came each week to play skittles and apart from thoroughly enjoying the sessions we seem to have piqued their interest in the game of bowls, so much so that they, along with their teacher, joined us again when the green opened to have a go at bowling. This again went down well, and we look forward to seeing them again in autumn.
Sadly, this year we have had to say goodbye to three of our bowlers. Ken Woodham, who hadn’t played for a while due to illness, but he was fondly remembered. Then we lost our two Dave’s, Dave Hill and Dave Netherwood, both of whom were playing until recently, and their loss came as a shock to all members. Our thoughts and love go to their families.
And so, to the rest of the season. We are busy with both club competitions, league games and there’s the charity league games and it’s great to see the number of members who turn up to support all these games. We have our club finals in the beginning of September and then it’s downhill all the way to captains’ day and the end of our season, but if any of you out there wonder what bowls is about, or would like to have a go why not pop along, meet us and have a go. You never know a quick taster now might get you in the mood to join us at the start of next season and give you plenty of ideas for your Christmas list.
Nora Holmes, Norwest Bowls Club
Parish Clerk The
We’re coming to the end of what’s been an amazing summer. It’s lovely to see that the delights of the recreation grounds and Waterside Valley have been taken advantage of in the lovely weather. These open spaces are much cherished in Westfield and it’s wonderful to see them being enjoyed.
The work at the Waterside Valley has truly enhanced the area, with a footpath making it easier for those less able or with buggies to make full use of the area. The new picnic benches have been appreciated,
though it is sad to see, sometimes, that people are not able to take their rubbish home, or even to the bins at the entrances to the Valley.
The difficult situation the Parish Council has found itself it in that of our Grounds Contractor going into administration in May. Since then we have been searching for a company to take on the maintenance of the recreation grounds. I’m pleased to say that we have appointed a company. Bear with them while they catch up on much needed grounds work!
Westfield Parish Council has an annual grants pot available for the benefit of people/organisations that are working for the people of Westfield. Whether it be a regular coffee morning, transport, music, sport or anything that is aimed at those that live in Westfield please get in touch if a project could do with some funding. More information is on our website.
Tracey Stephens Deputy Clerk
Recreation Grounds in Westfield
It might have been apparent that the grass cutting and maintenance at the recreation grounds has been a bit sporadic over the summer.
Unfortunately, our grounds contractors went into administration in May. Someone helped out in early June but wasn’t able to continue. Luckily the weather has been very dry, so the grass really hasn’t grown very much at all.
We are happy to say that, with the new football
season upon us, there is a new contractor in place that will be working on the grounds. As this Warbler is being delivered the goal posts will have gone back up and the football pitches marked.
A huge thank you has to go to Radstock Town Council, who helped us with the weekly playground maintenance checks that were needed. This work is vital to make sure the playgrounds are safe for people to use and we are very grateful to Sean and George at Radstock for their help.
Your Councillors
Cllr Kit Biggs 07508 512195 kit.biggs@ westfieldparishcouncil.co.uk
Cllr Ron Hopkins 07460 819007 / 01761 435852 ron.hopkins@ westfieldparishcouncil.co.uk
Cllr Robin Moss 07543 626184 robin_moss@bathnes.gov.uk (also BaNES councillor for the Westfield ward)
Cllr Alex Chapman alex.chapman@ westfieldparishcouncil.co.uk
Cllr Eleanor Jackson 07979 968416 / 01761 438968 eleanor_jackson@bathnes.gov.uk (also BaNES councillor for the Westfield ward)
Cllr Phil Wilkinson Chair 01761 431355 / 07803 927626 phil.wilkinson@ westfieldparishcouncil.co.uk
Cllr Diana Cooper 01761 415155 diana.cooper@ westfieldparishcouncil.co.uk
Cllr Laura Lambell Laura.lambell@ westfieldparishcouncil.co.uk
Cllr Pat Williams 01761 432630 pat.williams@ westfieldparishcouncil.co.uk
Cllr Geoff Fuller Vice Chair 07540 998603 geoff.fuller@ westfieldparishcouncil.co.uk
Cllr Paul Millard Paul.millard@ westfieldparishcouncil.co.uk
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