BURNHAM & HIGHBRIDGE - TA8 & TA9
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Cream Tea
Saturday 27th July, 3 o’clock on the Church Lawn OR in the Hub, West Huntspill TA9 3RN.
Come and enjoy a Homemade Cream Tea
£5 per person, card or cash.
Moose - more than just a social club
Burnham Moose meet on the 4th Thursday of the month at Berrow Village Hall at 7:00pm, With various speakers and guests.
We are a friendly group whose aim is to raise monies for local charities and good causes, through our social & fun events, We also support members welfare and concerns. You are welcome to come along to one of our meetings to check us out.
Community Notices are free of charge
Please visit www.localreach.co.uk and click on Community Notices page Deadline is 29th July for the Sept issues
Our next event is a Presidents lunch on July 27th and a Ploughman’s on August 10th. For more details, please visit our web sitewww.mooselodge123bos.org
Don’t throw it away - Try the Repair Cafe
For clothing, furnishings, small electricals and other portable small domestic items, including toys, bring them along to our willing band of volunteers. No charge, but donations welcome. We’re at the Waffle Hub, College St, Burnham every 1st Thursday of the month, and at the Purple Spoon, YMCA, in Highbridge every 3rd Saturday 10:00am till 1:00pm.
Our next dates are: Burnham: 1st August and Highbridge: 17th August. We look forward to seeing you!
For Business Advertising call 01278 238000 or visit our website www.localreach.co.uk Deadline is 29th July for the Sept issues
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Welcome to our Monthly Coffee Morning at Burnham Community Centre
On Saturday 3rd August, Coffee Morning in aid of Burnham Community Centre. 5 Berrow Road TA8 IET, 10:00am - 12 noon. Cakes teas/coffees, free refills, waitress service. Crafts, Raffle, Hand Painted Cards. We look forward to seeing you.
Brent Knoll Bazaar, Farmers’ Market & Parish Café
Saturday 10th August at Brent Knoll Parish Hall10:00am to 12 noon. Locally produced fresh Pork, Goat’s milk, cheese and meat, Eggs, Pickles and Preserves, Seasonal Vegetables, Westcroft Cider, Cakes and Savouries, Handmade Cards, Handbags, Scarves, Silver & Beaded Jewellery, Bespoke Laser Cut Gifts, Children’s Games and Toys, Local Crafts, Dog Treats, Textiles, etc., CDs, DVDs, Books and Brica-Brac. Plus Raffle. The Parish Café will be serving drinks, light snacks & Cakes.
Entrance FREE. Proceeds to Brent Knoll Parish Hall.
Annual Flower Show
Burnham on Sea and District Horticultural Society will be holding their annual flower show on Saturday 10th
August at the Community Centre, Berrow Road. The show opens at 1:30pm with free admission.
There are classes for floral arrangements. Amateur photography. Children’s classes. Domestic classes. Handicraft. Pot plants. Flowers. Fruit and vegetables. Refreshments will be on sale during the afternoon.
For a schedule and how to enter the show contact Mr D Bryant, 140 Students Road. Telephone 01278 788058
A talk on international gardens
Burnham on Sea and District Horticultural Society. The August meeting is at the Community Centre, Berrow Road on Monday 19th August, 7:00pm for 7:30pm with guest speaker Ian Anderson on international country gardens. All welcome. Members £1. Visitors £2.
Tea and Talk - “My time as a Saga Rep“
Thursday 22nd August at 2:30pm. £4 to include tea & cake. West Huntspill Hub, TA9 3RN.
Jon Glauert will be telling tales about when he was a Holiday Rep.
Summer Fayre & Fun Dog Show
Saturday 24th August. Fun Starts at 11:00am. East Huntspill Church & Church Hall.
Arts and Crafts, Gifts, Stalls, Games, Refreshments, BBQ, Cakes, Raffle, Tombola and lots more, fun for all the family.
Fun Dog Show run by Pightle Paws.
Classes £2 pay on the day: Best dressed collar or harness - Olympic theme; Temptation Alley; Best junior handler (14 years & under); Most obedient dog; Most obedient bitch; Cutest ears; Waggiest tail; Best Golden Oldie; Best Smile (dog & handler); Best Trick.
Everyone welcome. Contact 01278 788665 or allsaintscommunitygroup@outlook.com for more details.
Live music venue in Winscombe
On 4th Tuesday each month at the upstairs room Winscombe Club (The Legion), 7 Sandford Road BS25 1HD. Winscombe Folk Club is an acoustic club welcoming music, song, poetry of all kinds from accomplished performers and anyone just starting out.
Only £2 towards the room hire. For more info, call Nigel on 07551 197 685 or email winscombefolkclub@ gmail.com. The next few dates are 27th August, 24th September etc. Doors open 7:30pm and music will start around 8:00pm
Somerset Wildlife Trust. Celebrating 60 years of care
Coffee and Chat at West Huntspill Methodist Chapel. We are supporting Somerset Wildlife Trust. On Friday 30th August, 10:30am till 12 Noon. Free tea and cake. We have a sales table with books, puzzles various items of Bric a Brac. Please come along you will be very welcome.
BOSfest. Free To Attend Music And Arts Festival - 8th Year
30th August, 31st August And 1st September
Friday 30th August - Ritz Social Club - evening.
Saturday 31st August - Victoria Street - afternoon.
Saturday 31st August - Victoria Hotel - afternoon and evening.
Saturday 31st August - Ritz Social Club - afternoon and evening.
Sunday 1st September - Manor Gardens - afternoon. For further details see BOSfest Facebook site or posters.
Prize Bingo
Saturday 31st August, eyes down 2:30pm. Balliol Hall, West Huntspill TA9 3RN. Bring your own drinks. Fun for All. Children Welcome.
The Foundations Of Fashion
TASS’s September lecture will take a look at some of ways in which people sought to shape their style through their undergarments: from corsets and crinolines to calf pads and sleeve puffs.
The TASS lecture will be held at the 37 Club, Woolavington at 2:00pm on Wednesday 4th September: guest admission £8. Full information on TASS and its events are on our website theartssocietysedgemoor.org.uk
Tai Chi Classes
Apologies to everyone for the temporary suspension of sessions due to personal health and a recent family bereavement. We aim to be back on schedule from 4th September 2024 with our classes in East Brent,
Locking, Highbridge, Burnham and Bridgwater. In the meantime, you can find me aplenty on YouTube so no excuse for not practising!
Thank you for your understanding
Cheryl Mountford 01278 781544
Mob 07840 350334
EM bubblingsprings@hotmail.com
Would you like to take your singing beyond the shower?
Then come and join our friendly and welcoming group of people who have the same passion. There are no auditions. It’s also good for your health and wellbeing. BHCS’s Christmas term starts Thursday 5th September 7:30pm and every Thursday, at the Methodist Church Hall, College Street, Burnham on Sea TA8 1AS.
We’ll be singing old and new Christmas songs including Seal Lullaby, Mary Did You Know, also an exciting setting of Rudolph the Red-nose Reindeer, and John Rutter’s Magnificat.
For more information contact 01278 783511 or email jane.lee36@btinternet.com
Burnham Area Flower Club
We do not have a meeting in August. But will be back on Tuesday 10th September. Our demonstrator that evening will be Tracey Johnson from Torquay with her interpretation of “Out of the Wood”. Doors are open at 7:00pm for a 7:30pm meeting in The Catholic Church Hall, Oxford Street, Burnham on Sea. Enjoy a Tea/Coffee and a chat before the demonstration and stock up your garden from our amazing plant stall. Enjoy your Summer until then.
Weston Hospicecare’s Moonlight Beach Walk confirmed for Saturday 14th September
The annual Moonlight Beach Walk, sponsored by Howards and the Grand Pier, will return once again this September and it’s going to be even bigger and better than before!
Register to walk a choice of 5km or 10km along Weston-super-Mare seafront for Weston Hospicecare, and receive a branded t-shirt plus candle bag to decorate, a glass of prosecco to celebrate, plus a great atmosphere along the way. Get ready to glow along the beach!
Find out more about Moonlight Beach Walk and all Weston Hospicecare’s fundraising events at www.westonhospicecare.org.uk/event/
3rd Thursday… Feeding Body and Soul
St Andrews Church, Burnham on Sea. Short monthly dementia & wheel chair friendly service, open to all. Service starts at 2:30pm on the 3rd Thursday of each month
Aug Summer Break: no service, Sept 19th, 17th Oct, 21st Nov, 19th Dec.
Afternoon tea served after service (free of charge) by our friendly volunteers.
Short Mat Bowls in West Huntspill… Come and join us
We are a friendly club meeting to enjoy an afternoon of indoor bowling together. All equipment provided, we welcome beginners and experienced players. The first three session are free and include refreshments. Our session is held on a Monday from 2:00pm to 4:30pm, we meet at The Balliol Hall, Church Road, West Huntspill, TA9 3RN. For more details contact Monica on 01278 783854
Why not come along and join the ‘SHEDDERS’?
The Highbridge and Burnham SHED welcomes both men and ladies to make, fix, learn, try crafts or just
chat with a cuppa in our kitted out workshops. Why not come and join us?
MONDAY: 9:00am until 12:30pm ladies wood group. The lady crafters meet from 9:30am until 12:30pm.
THURSDAY: 6:00pm until 8:30pm the mixed wood group meet.
TUESDAY and THURSDAY: 9:45am until 12:45pm and 1:45pm until 4:45pm the men’s section meet.
Morland Community Hub, Pearce Drive, HIGHBRIDGE, TA9 3FU. Contact: bhmenshed@gmail.com or meadssue@yahoo.co.uk
Do you have Parkinson’s? This group could help you
We meet on the 2nd Monday of the month. It is a lively sociable group, some sufferers attend with a partner/carer, friend, or family member. A chat, refreshments (donation) and a raffle from donated prizes are regular features. We occasionally invite speakers or engage in fun activities. Look forward to welcoming any new members and continuing to see our regulars. It’s at the Catholic Church Hall, Burnham, TA8 1LL from 2:00pm – 4:00pm. For more info call Sandra 01278 760451 or Roger on 01278 783696
Stay fit and make friends playing bowls at Mark Moor Bowling Club
The outdoor season is still in full swing now…if you want to look around our club please pop around on a Monday or Thursday evening at 6:00pm, wearing flat-soled shoes if you want to bowl a few bowls! We are situated next to Mark Village Hall TA9 4NY, with ample parking. Check out our website for further contact details.
Every Monday and Friday - Burnhamon-Sea Short Mat Bowls Club
Our sessions are held at St Andrews Church Hall, Mondays 6:45pm to 9:00pm and Fridays 9:45am to 12:00 noon, all year round. We welcome newcomers of all ages, whether you are experienced or a beginner looking for a new fun social activity. Each session costs £4 including refreshments and your first three sessions will be free. Please pop along or for further information contact Jen on 01278 782962 or email jenna8362@gmail.com
Activities + Sun+ Fun+ Water = Sea Cadets
Burnham & Highbridge Sea Cadets based in Cassis Close, TA8 1NN.
Parade nights: 7:00pm till 9:30pm. Seniors (12-18) Mondays & Thursday, Juniors (10-11) Thursday . With a range of activities focusing on fun whilst learning, both on and off the water, with a full summer program. And our monthly Bingo on the last Friday of the month, except August.
Whether it is to support us, your child would like to join or you have time to be a volunteer then please follow us on FB-Burnham on Sea and Highbridge Sea Cadets or email info@bhseacadets.org
GO SOCIALIZE. A group for over 18’s with autism
We meet the second & fourth Monday each month at the Ritz Club, Burnham on Sea. We meet up in the Gatsby bar. 7:00pm - 9:00pm. Subs are £1.50. Carers/parents etc welcome. Refreshments can be purchased.
Dance, Dance, Dance. Come and join us at the Ritz
Dancing at the Ritz Burnham-on-Sea every Tuesday afternoon 2:00pm - 4:00pm. Dancing includes Sequence some modern ballroom Olde Tyme and some line dance. We are a friendly and sociable group, all are welcome. Cost per person £4. For further information phone Jeannie 07909 883553.
Three Top Summer Kitchen Tips from Matt Reilly, OvenGleamers
1. Tear basil rather than cutting it?
Chefs often say that you must tear basil, rather than cut it with a knife, to get the best flavour. Nope. The flavours in basil are primarily contained within the cells of the leaf. If you tear it, it tends to come apart between the cells but if you cut the leaf, you will break open the cells releasing the flavour. This makes the most difference when you are using the basil raw eg in a tomato salad.
Best to wash the basil, pat dry with paper towels, and remove the leaves from the stem. Stack several leaves together and roll into a cylinder, then cut crossways into thin strips.
2. Should I use foil on the base of my Oven?
Many people line their grill pan or the bottom of the oven with aluminum foil to keep their cookers cleaner. This becomes heavily coated in grease and smells revolting! But it actually damages the enamel in the grill pan and on the base of the oven. The foil creates a superheating effect by reflecting the heat back onto the base of the oven or grill pan which then causes enamel damage. I recommend using an oven liner made from PTFE with a non-stick coating. This will catch any food drips keeping the bottom of the oven/grill pan clean. Remember to take the oven liner out regularly and wash it in warm soapy water.
3 “Hot pan - cold oil - prevents sticking”
Is this mantra really the best way to prevent food from sticking to the pan when sautéing or stirfrying. The idea is that you heat up the pan first then add the cold oil and almost immediately add the food and that will stop it sticking. What you really want is a “hot pan, hot oil”. When you add cold oil, it heats up almost instantly when added to the hot pan – giving you “hot pan, hot oil”. You get the same results if you heat the oil along with the pan so take your pick – they both work!
Matt Reilly is your local OvenGleamer and can be contacted on 01278 393505 or go to www.ovengleamers.com for more details.
The fence that repairs itself
If you scratch or cut Colourfence, the ingenious zinc element in the Zincalume steel reacts with moisture to form a protective barrier to prevent any corrosion with no action needed from you.
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Colourfence are transforming gardens across Somerset!
It may do “exactly what it says on the tin” but let’s face it, treating a timber fence can never be called fun! In fact, owning a timber fence isn’t much fun either with costly, time consuming maintenance and repairs almost every year.
Finally, the alternative to timber fencing…our fence goes up and stays up, resisting wind gusts of up to 130mph!
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The best news is the pricing is just as attractive, starting costs are in line with comparable traditional systems but offer the ongoing peace of mind that your investment will continue to save time and money year after year.
For those of us who want a low maintenance garden, Colourfence promises a lifetime of hassle-free enjoyment.
Burnham-on-Sea WI Friendly Meeting every 4th Tuesday of the Month
There will not be a meeting in August as we have an outing, this year it is to Sherbourne Castle.
Our Speaker for September is Pam’s Baskets - craft makes with cardboard.
We are seeking
Burnham Bridge Club are looking for new members who would like to play duplicate bridge. We meet at the Burnham Community Centre, Berrow Road from 6:30pm for a 7:00pm start on a Tuesday evening. Parking available.
Why not come along? Contact Jane 0748 762526, pitcher.jane@gmail.com
Off The Page Cafe - Wednesdays (With Pop Up Community Library)
Every Wednesday, from 9:00am until 1:00pm. At the Morland Community Hub, Pearce Drive, Highbridge, TA9 3FU. Enjoy breakfast baps, brunch, lunch and home-made cakes, with smaller portions available for children. Fresh Barista coffees, offered at community friendly prices. Cash and card payments accepted. Free on-site parking and wi fi. Relaxed atmosphere, inside and outside seating, dogs welcomed.
For any further information, tel: 01278 782766
Email: enquiries@morlandcommunityhub.org.uk
The
Stage
2 – Berrow players are growing again
After two successful full length plays we feel able to tackle better plays but we need more actors? We are currently reading plays on Wednesday evenings at Berrow Village Hall from 7:30pm; Anyone is welcome to come along. Once rehearsals start we meet twice weekly up to the actual performance.
Our next play will be 5th, 6th, 7th December 2024 we hope to see you all there! We need new members to help backstage and anyone who would like to have a go at treading the boards/acting please contact sec@stage2drama.org
Mark Badminton Club. New members wanted!
Every Wednesday evening. Mark Badminton Club meets every Wednesday from 8:00pm until 10:00pm at Sedgemoor Manor School in Mark. If you can play badminton even it’s been a while, we’d love to see you. We are a friendly group of people who enjoy a game of badminton and we are looking for new members to join us. Please contact 01278 641516 for more information.
Free Community Clothing
We hold a Free To Everyone, No vouchers, No money needed Community Clothing morning in the Hall & foyer in the Methodist Church, College St, Burnham TA8 1AS every Thursday morning 10:00am - 2:00pm. Come along, add to or refresh your wardrobe, Everything is Free of Charge.
Find us on facebook, & rescuedrecycledreused@gmail.com
We also take clean wearable clothing donations, ladies, mens & childrenswear plus shoes. After choosing your clothes why not enjoy a tea or coffee & waffle at the Waffle Hub Cafe in the church.
Play Kurling and socialise with others at the Princess Theatre
Indoor Kurling every Thursday, 11:00am to 1:00pm at the Princess Theatre. Kurling is becoming one of the most popular activities of the week. Kurling is a great way to be active without working up a sweat (depending on how competitive you are!) and to socialise with others. Kurling can be played by all ages and all abilities. To participate will cost just £3 per person payable at the box office on arrival. No need to book, just turn up and play or email keithspendlove55@gmail.com for information.
