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Sowing Seeds and Planting Trees in February
Whilst your garden might appear dormant in February gardeners certainly are not, working outside planting trees and shrubs and inside sowing seeds.
Gardeners need to be ever flexible according to the delights of the British weather and never more so than in February which is a busy time in the garden. When the days are fine, the ground not frozen or waterlogged it is the perfect month to get outside and plant trees and shrubs. When the weather is inclement why not busy yourself in the greenhouse, the potting shed or in your kitchen sowing seeds that will bear fruit or bloom in the months ahead.
Planting trees and shrubs
February is the perfect time to plant trees or large shrubs in your garden. Frozen ground will make it difficult and waterlogged soil will determine what
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you plant but if the conditions are cool and dry then February is the perfect planting time.
What to plant
Shrubs to plant include Witch Hazel, Winter Jasmine and Mahonia’s which will provide beautiful foliage and flowers later in the year.
The size of your garden will determine which trees you plant. Planting an oak or horse chestnut that could grow to an immense size is unadvisable in a small garden so instead chose a Paperbark Maple or an ornamental cherry, or small fruit tree.
How to plant
Make sure root balls are teased out (except for shrubs who do not like root disturbance, for example magnolias). The hole needs to be no deeper than the root ball but around three times wider. Add some organic matter. Soak the root ball in water for around half an hour before placing carefully in the hole and filling and firming. Stake and shield from rodents. Water in well.
Sowing Vegetable Seeds
February is a great time to sow vegetable seeds. Leeks, fennel and artichoke can be sown indoors as can broad beans, peas, carrots, early beetroot, parsnips, summer cabbage and spinach.
Early potatoes can also begin the ‘chitting’ process on a windowsill. If you have space, you can also begin growing herbs like basil on your windowsill.
Sowing flowers
Some of the best flowers to grow from seed are sweet peas, which are the sweet smell of summer. Seed catalogues are full of some wonderful varieties from ‘Spencer’ to ‘Anne Gregg’ to ‘Noel Sutton’ or a general mix.
Cosmos are also a great flower to grow from seed and these can be sown inside from February as can some marigolds, lupins and delphiniums. By growing from seed, you can enjoy seeing tiny seeds grow into stunning floral displays and you could save yourself a lot of money on established plants later in the year. You also get an immense choice.
Chose a specialist seed compost, peat free composts work well, for best results and be sure to label your containers clearly.
The weather might be bracing in February, but it is a busy month for planting and sowing, whether outside or in.
By Rob Bullock
Clevedon Pantomine “Jack and the beanstalk” come and have fun!
It is nearly time for Clevedon Comedy Theatre Club new production: “Jack and the Beanstalk” written by TLC Creative.
Like every year, You are in for a treat.
An excellent panto providing fun for all ages. Happening next week. Not to be missed! If You will come once, You will come back every year.
Shows: 23rd, 24th and 25th January (three evenings and only one matinee show)
Available to buy here: www.ticketsource.co.uk/cctc
Adults £14 under 16’s £12 (Thursday all tickets £12).
Facebook: Clevedon Comedy Theatre Club
Jumble Sale in Aid of Tickenham Flower Show
First Jumble Sale of the year, in aid of Tickenham
Flower Show, takes place on Saturday 1st February. Tickenham Village Hall from 2:00pm.
Entrance fee 50p, refreshments available.
Clothes, books, bric-a-brac, children’s toys and books and “who knows what” you will find on the stage!
Come along, have a good rummage and grab yourself a bargain or three or more!
Due to the nature of the event we request no dogs in the Hall, thank you.
February 3rd meeting, North Somerset Hard of Hearing group
The North Somerset Hard of Hearing Social group meets on the 1st Monday of each month, 2:00pm to 4:00pm at the Conservative Club, 24-26 Alexandra Parade, Weston-super-Mare BS23 10X. The topic is the Middle East and the Suez crisis.
The meetings are a mixture of speakers, chat and useful information. Hearing aid batteries available.
Cost £4 to include refreshments.
Clear
Ears, Clear Sound: This is why Professional Earwax Removal is the safest choice
A warm welcome from Toby, Claire, Emma, Sam, and, of course, Charlie the dog, at Meadows & Wood Hearing Care Specialists.
Let’s talk about earwax! We’ve all experienced that annoying “full’ feeling in our ears, muffled hearing, or even trapped water after a swim. Often, these symptoms point to earwax buildup, leaving many to wonder: What’s the safest way to deal with it?
While at-home methods such as cotton buds or ear candles might seem like quick and easy solutions, they can actually cause more harm than good. The safest option is trusting a healthcare professional to provide the correct next steps for your ear health.
Here’s why:
Ears are delicate! A professional can precisely determine whether earwax is truly causing the problem, and remove it safely, without causing any damage. Poking around without proper knowledge can lead to worse issues such as perforated eardrums or infections.
Expert advice you can trust. If your GP can’t help, it’s important to see a trained expert such as an ENT Doctor, an Audiologist, or an ENT nurse. These professionals not only remove earwax safely but can also identify signs of underlying health issues such as hearing loss or ear infections.
Having earwax professionally removed often provides instant relief and clearer hearing, especially if performed safely by an expert. At Meadows & Wood, our expert audiologists are dedicated to providing the best possible care and advice tailored to your needs.
Visit us at any of our North Somerset clinics where we would be pleased to give you a free checkup and have a chat about your hearing. Feel free to contact us using the details below.
Support for the Bereaved in Clevedon and the Surrounding Area
You will receive a warm welcome at Cruse Bereavement Support services this month. The Cruse Walk and Talk, an accompanied planned walk in the area will take place on Wednesday 12th February at 10:00am. If you wish to join our friendly group walk for the first time, please register at our drop-in or email (cruseclevedonyvette@gmail.com).
Our Cruse support drop-in is held at Clevedon Community Centre, Princes Road, between 10:00am and 12:00noon on Friday 21st February. Trained bereavement volunteers are present. Please bring a friend if you wish. Refreshments are provided.
Experience real love this February
At our community event on Wednesday 12th we’ll be looking at what true love looks like. It will be enjoyable, interesting and inspiring. Do come if you can, you’ll be sure of a warm welcome on arrival. Programme starts 2:30pm prompt, finishes 3:20pm, includes music, interviews, poetry, singing, and a brief thought from scripture. Then a chance for refreshment and chat until 3:50pm if you’d like that. All free of charge, no collection, no catch. Held in upstairs auditorium at Clevedon Baptist, Queens Square (accessible facilities). Enquiries: Judi 07762946560
Improving the atmosphere, attitudes, and actions in Clevedon
LET IT BE!
It seems, and is, extraordinary, that God invites, calls, and challenges us to join Him in bringing blessing to all who live and /or work in our own local area, and that our prayers really can improve the atmosphere, attitudes, and actions here. This is why, each month, some of Clevedon’s Christians meet at the Town Council offices to pray.
NEXT: Saturday 15th February, 08.30-10.00 @ 44 Old St. Info from prayer4clevedon@gmail.com or 01275 872618
Has
someone you love died? Are you feeling alone?
Sometimes it can be helpful just to talk to someone who understands!
The Grieve Well Café at Christchurch is for anyone who has lost someone close, whether that’s recently or a while ago. Please come and join us for a coffee or tea, for a chance to share experiences of loss or just to enjoy the company of people who have similar life stories. The cafe is open from 10:00am to noon.
Next dates: 19th February, 19th March and every third Wednesday of the month, at Christchurch Clevedon.
February 19th Meeting Macular Society Local Group
The Weston-super-Mare local Macular Society group covering Weston, Clevedon, Winscombe, Burnham and surrounding areas meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month 10:30am to 12:30pm at St Peter’s Church Hall, Baytree Road, Westonsuper-Mare BS22 8HG. The group is for anyone affected by central vision loss AMD wet or dry. New programme of talks from helpful organisations and local interest such as RNIB and Birnbeck pier.
Cost £3 including refreshments. Friends and carers most welcome. For more information contact Jo 07947 373 244.
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Crossword
Word Search
Across
1 Herbaceous perennial with edible stalks (7)
8 Itsy bitsy, teeny weeny, yellow polka dot
______ (6)
9 The Moor of Venice, Shakespeare play (7)
10 Type of biscuit (6)
11 About-face (7)
12 Picked, selected (6)
16 Composer of Fantaisie-Impromptu (6)
20 Sang A Perfect Day and Walk on the Wild Side (3,4)
21 Tropical lizard (6)
22 Andalucian town (7)
23 Pollen-producing part of a flower (6)
24 Aerial, signal receiver (7)
Down
2 Enmity, contempt (6)
3 Infused, fermented (6)
4 Appreciate, enjoy (6)
5 _______ West, Dalton and Spall (7)
6 Bystander, spectator (7)
7 Explanation of how the universe began (7)
13 Astronomical event, can be solar or lunar (7)
14 Beloved, favoured (7)
15 Innovator (7)
17 Anne ______, second wife of Henry VIII (6)
18 Contusion, blemish caused by injury (6)
19 UK’s smallest bird of prey (6)
Mindbenders
Solutions: Turn to page 19
Nailsea Shedders
Donald Sparling
For and on behalf of the Trustees of Nailsea Shedders
I have lived in Nailsea for over 25 Years and having worked for an international company I wanted to give back to my local community when I retired. I joined Nailsea Shedders in late 2021, alongside volunteering for other local organisations. I have always had a practical bent so was initially planning to be just one of the workshop crew, but this didn’t last long. When I attended the 2021 AGM it was apparent that the work of running the charity was borne by a small group of trustees so I put my hand up to help, initially as membership secretary but eventually taking on a number of other projects and becoming a trustee as well. Last year when our longstanding chair stood down I put my hand up again. I am proud to be part of Nailsea Shedders; its people are friendly and helpful and our work in the local community, whilst I find sometimes challenging, is very rewarding.
Phill Wheatley Arts & Crafts and Drop-off coordinator
The Arts & Crafts got off to a flying start, making reindeer in one class and neurographic art in the other.
Reindeer making became successful following Nailsea Town Council’s well-being officer Jessica Brown called out for Santa’s reindeer hunt which Nailsea Shedders was commissioned to make. 110 children accompanied with caregivers, went out to track down Santa’s herd and much fun was had by all. It became so successful, we had to put on an extra course.
The Art classes are growing in popularity and are expanding their portfolio. In addition to the dates already listed below, watch out for Easter Bunny making involving wood and air dry clay. Email enquiries@nailseashedders.org for further details and to go on our contact list.
Dates for the diary: Arts and Crafts upstairs, Drop in repairs downstairs. No 65 High Street, Nailsea, BS45 1AW: 12th & 26th February: Painting Bubble drops, 26th March: Making a Metal Rose Contact enquiries@nailseashedders.org for future dates and projects.
Courtesy of the Biddle Trust and Quartet, Sessions are currently free to attendees, limited to ten people. Best advised to book in advance to enquiries@nailseashedders.org
REPAIR
Drop an item for repair at our Wraxall workshop on Tuesdays between 10:00am – 3:00pm, Wraxall Village Club, BS48 1LE. Or drop the repair into No65, BS48 1AW on the dates the Arts and Crafts are on. Arts and Crafts upstairs, Drop-in downstairs. E-mail: repairservice@nailseashedders.org If you have serious mobility issues, or for some other good reason you cannot get the Repair to us and it is portable, we may be able to pick it up and return it you.
ARTS AND CRAFTS COURSE
See Dates for the diary section above
MUSIC GROUP
Meets at 1:00pm on the first Tuesday of the month for an hour at Wraxall Village Club. Bring your instrument of choice along and join in.
Membership £10 per month. Non members £3 per session.
Keeping your photos and other important data safe
Did you know that if your mobile phone is lost, stolen or damaged, you may lose all your photos, should they not be backed up. Also if your computer hard drives fails, you could also lose files and photographs. There are many ways of keeping your photos and other data safe, but typically this can mean having to use some kind of backup product. Here follows our recommended solution for different devices – please note that this is the minimum we would recommend. Also note that for these products to complete the initial backup, you will need a good internet connection – ideally fast fibre broadband.
iphone / ipad / Mac: Make sure icloud is turned on via the settings app, and the various categories for backup are switched on, i.e. icloud photos / messages and so on. Please note that Apple charge from 99p per month if you exceed the free 5GB storage.
Windows PC: Microsoft Onedrive – this will hold folders such as desktop, documents and pictures and will offer to move these folders into Onedrive when you first sign in (you will need to register your email address with Microsoft if you haven’t already). Please note that Microsoft charge if you need storage bigger than 5GB. You can either pay £1.99 per month for 100gb or upgrade to Microsoft 365 which gives a 1000gb as part of the package. Also having a local external hard drive is a sensible idea for backup and a backup product is included within Windows.
Android phone / tablet: Depending on the make of the device, you could either use the Google Cloud or the device manufacturer’s backup product i.e. Samsung Cloud. Google accounts come with a generous 15GB of free storage, which is plenty for most people. Should you exceed this limit, additional storage is reasonably prices. Google backup can be activated via the settings app then tap Google, then backup. Follow the instructions to make sure the backup is turned on.
One handy feature for mobile phones, is that if you upgrade your phone, as long as the device has been backed up to the cloud, you can restore the backup onto a new device. Make sure you keep a note of the email address and password used on the original device.
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Small and Large Screen Entertainment this February
With new releases and returning favourites February is a great time for those who enjoy curling up at home in front of the TV or a night out at their local cinema
February evenings are long, but with so many great tv programmes, some outstanding live sporting events returning this month, and some excellent new movie releases there is something for everyone. These are some of my highlights.
Large Screen
Captain America: Brave New World
Eagerly anticipated for release on 14th February and starring Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson the new Captain America, taking over from Chris Evans, this is the fourth movie in the Marvel series. Viewers will remember Wilson as the Avenger Falcon. In true Captain America style following the election of Thaddeus Ross (played by Harrison Ford) Wilson finds himself tasked to uncover the masterminds of a major international incident.
Love Hurts
This quirky and exciting comedy action movie is directed by Jonathan Eusebio and starring Ke Huy Quan as a realtor who is drawn back into a life of crime that he thought he’d left as his crimelord brother makes him confront his past.
Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy
The fourth instalment of Helen Fielding’s hilarious comedy is set for a Valentines Day release and sees Renee Zellweger, Hugh Grant and Emma Thompson reprise their roles. The story picks up with Bridget now in her fifties and widowed after the death of Mark Darcy (Colin Firth). Bridget is a mum of two and begins an often-hilarious relationship with a much younger man played by the in-vogue actor Leo Woodall.
TV Highlights
The Six Nations and Super Bowl LIX
As an unashamed sports fan February has two mega tv events from either side of the Atlantic to enjoy. Saturday 1st sees 2024 Rugby Union champions Ireland play England at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin in what is set to be the heavy weight match of the Six Nations tournament. Kick off 4.45pm ITV1.
American Football’s Super Bowl LIX takes place on February 9th from the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans and is on Sky Sports NFL Channel. Neutral observers are once again hoping for a nailbiter after Kansas City edged the 49ers last year.
The Summer I turned Pretty Series 3 – Prime Video
Romance and beautiful scenery abound as the third instalment of Jenny Han’s trilogy continues to follow New England teenager Belly Conklin’s flourishing from awkward child to stunning young woman and her love of two teenage brothers who she has holidayed with at their idyllic beachside home at Cousins Beach since a child. Will season three see Belly with brooding Conrad or outgoing Jeremiah?
Silent Witness Season 28 – BBC TV
Emilia Fox and David Caves reprise their roles as Dr Nikki Alexander and Jack Hodgson in the ever-popular BBC TV show, which will return once again in 2026, with iconic Maggie Stead joining the cast. With five new stories spread over ten episodes the opener is the disturbing mystery of an elderly woman whose body is discovered in a cave.
By Rob Bullock
Spring Flower Show
Clevedon Gardeners’ Club 65th Spring Flower Show, Saturday 22nd February at Princes Hall, Clevedon Community Centre, Princes Road BS21 7SZ 1:00pm to 4:15pm. Do come and join us for a taste of Spring.
Secure Your Legacy with Your Will & Support Local Hospice Care!
Make Your Will Week 2025 takes place 3rd - 7th March. Local solicitors generously give their services and time for free to help you create your will in exchange for a donation to our hospice: Weston Hospicecare.
Have you thought about leaving a gift in your will to Weston Hospicecare? One in five patients are cared for because someone like you decided to leave a gift in their will to ensure care for future patients in our community. Spaces are limited so please call solicitors directly to book your appointment.
To contact a participating solicitor and book your appointment, or for more information, please visit: www.westonhospicecare.org.uk/ event/makeyourwillweek/
Clevedon Light Opera Club’s production of Anything Goes, March 2025
Coming to Princes Hall, Clevedon from Wednesday 12th to Saturday 15th March. With a story by PG Wodehouse and songs by Cole Porter, Anything Goes is a musical comedy set on-board the SS American - a ship en route from New York to England with a colourful array of passengers. With all-time favourite numbers such as ‘Get a Kick Out of You’ and the block-busting title song ‘Anything Goes’, you are sure to have a voyage of a lifetime! Curtain up at 7:30pm nightly. Tickets can be purchased via www.ticketsource.co.uk/ cloc
Fibromyalgia Support Group
We are a group of people who are living with Fibromyalgia and other chronic pain conditions who meet regularly to support each other. We meet on the third Monday and one Saturday every month, plus for coffee in Nuffield Health (Weston) on Thursday mornings. Meetings are a mix of speakers, chat and information. We have a weekly hydrotherapy group and organize trips and meals out plus interest groups as required. For more information, call Val 07411989478 or Jules 07840189641; email wsmfibro@gmail.com
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See and Hear the Difference, with Andrew Bird Hearing at Tudball Opticians
Every Wednesday at Tudball Opticians on Hill Road, Andrew Bird continues to conduct one of Clevedon’s longest standing, independent hearing clinics offering professional ear care services and looking after Clevedon’s ears for the past fourteen years. Maintaining its independence, Andy’s company ‘Andrew Bird Hearing’ has continued to operate as a traditional, family practice since 2007 and their client-first approach and personal passion to provide exceptional care are values shared with Lucie, the owner of Tudball Opticians.
As a fully qualified Hearing Aid Audiologist since 2003, Andy is available for comprehensive hearing tests and provide, service and repair hearing aids. Blocked ears? Andy is equally as qualified to perform ear wax removal, using water-less micro suction or traditional irrigation (syringing) techniques to restore your hearing dramatically.
Incorporating Andrew Bird Hearing’s expertise into Tudball Opticians’ own excellent optical offerings provides clients with access to both top-tier hearing and eye care, a convenient ‘one stop shop’ for your eyes and ears!
For hearing appointments, call 01275 244460.
For optical appointments, call Tudball Opticians on 01275 343353
Interested
in quilting? Come along to our meeting
We are Weston Quilters a lively group of people of all abilities who enjoy patchwork and quilting. We normally meet on the first Monday of each month at the Hundred Academy, Beaufighter Road, Weston super Mare BS24 8EE. Doors open at 7:00pm for a 7:30pm start. There are guest speakers during the year and the opportunity to buy from our invited traders. Guest entrance £5. Please go to our Facebook for more information or for any change in venue.
Local concert band has room for more players!
Do you play a violin or other stringed instrument or a trumpet or clarinet or other wind instrument? Do you play drums? Are you looking to play with others? Pill Festival Band welcomes new players and if you want to join a band why not come along on a Monday night? We usually meet 7:00pm at Penny Brohn, Ham Green and details are on our web site www.pfb.org.uk
We are a friendly group, we play a range of popular music at local events and always have room for more members.
Get fit and healthy - The Easy Way!
We walk on Wednesdays and Saturdays in all parts of North Somerset, Somerset and Bristol. Why not come and join us enjoying fresh country air and friendly company, whilst getting yourself fit and active.
Visit our website www.westonwalkinggroup. co.uk to check where the next walk is, and come and join us. You will be very welcome.
A Special Visit In February
Our monthly meeting in February, on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at The Methodist Church Hall, offers a chance to spread the fun and fellowship of Inner Wheel with a visit from the members of the Inner Wheel Club of Chipping Sodbury, accompanied by our District Chairman.
Chipping Sodbury have been our hosts on a couple of occasions in the past year and we look forward to their return visit. Visitors welcome.
If you’d like to know more about the meeting, and about Inner Wheel Friendship, please call 07771662688
Musicians Wanted!!!!
Guitar, ukulele, banjo, mandolin & keyboard players wanted- 50s, 60s, 70s music and more!
If you can play any of these instruments and sing, you’re welcome to join us - a group of 12 people who play instruments and sing for pure enjoyment. You’re welcome to come along and see if it’s for you before becoming a member.
St. Peter’s Church (in the hall), Alexandra Road, Clevedon. BS21 7QH.
Every other Thursday of the month 1:30pm3:30pm. £17.00 for 10 sessions. Info: jadeglnn@yahoo.co.uk
Free play sessions every Saturday, everyone welcome!!
ParkPlay is free community play, every Saturday, for everyone. Make friends, have fun, get moving!
10:00am – Merlin Park Playground, Redcliff Bay, Portishead, BS20 8RW
Look out for the ParkPlay flag, we’ll be there – rain or shine.
If you can, please register before you come along: park-play.com/register/ (you only need to this once)
Find out more about ParkPlay here: www. betterhealthns.co.uk/information/parkplay/
Enjoy
Church - a place for Community
Enjoy Church based in Portishead, is a vibrant community church reaching Portishead, Clevedon, Backwell, Nailsea and the surrounding areas.
You can expect coffee & cake when you arrive, followed by a time of worship, and an inspirational message that will encourage you on life’s journey. There is also a fun filled programme for our children to engage with too.
Enjoy Church meet each Sunday at Somerset Hall at 10:30am. Groups also meet in various locations during the week, with youth, and toddlers meeting weekly.
Please visit www.enjoychurch.co.uk for more details.
Charles Green Tree Surgery
A Good Read
An Absolutely
Remarkable Thing
By Hank Green
When 23-year-old graphic designer April May stumbles upon a mysterious, 10-foot-tall sculpture in New York City, she doesn’t think much of it - until she realizes she’s the first to document its existence. In a viral video that captures the imagination of millions, she dubs the figure “Carl.” But it soon becomes clear that Carl is not alone: identical statues appear across the globe, defying explanation and sparking feverish speculation. As April becomes a central figure in the media storm surrounding the “Carls,” she finds herself drawn deeper into a strange mystery that forces her to confront fame, humanity, and the thin line between truth and perception.
This thoughtful, fast-paced novel blends science fiction, mystery, and social commentary into an irresistibly readable package. Green deftly tackles complex themes like fame, power, and the internet’s influence on personal identity, crafting a story that feels both futuristic but painfully real and current. April May is flawed yet relatable and her journey offers a raw look at how quickly internet fame can turn toxic. The writing is witty, insightful, and fans of speculative fiction and social media culture will find An Absolutely Remarkable Thing an unmissable, thought-provoking ride, which will keep them turning pages well into the night.
LIFEL1K3
By Jay Kristoff
In a broken, post-apocalyptic future where technology blurs the line between human and machine, 17-year-old Eve Carpenter fights to survive. Living in a harsh wasteland and scraping by in robot battles to pay her grandfather’s medical bills, Eve’s life changes dramatically when she discovers the ruins of a destroyed android - one so advanced it appears almost human. This android, named Ezekiel, possesses secrets from Eve’s own past and holds the key to a future that could change the world. As Eve, her best friend Lemon, and a rogue group of misfits set out on a dangerous journey to uncover the truth, they’re pursued by powerful corporations and deadly, half-human killers known as Lifelikes.
This is a visceral, cinematic adventure packed with breathtaking twists and turns. Set in a vividly gritty world, the story combines cyberpunk, Mad Max-style wastelands, and a hint of romance, making it a compelling read for young adult fans of dystopian sci-fi. Kristoff’s worldbuilding is top-notch, immersing readers in a future where androids and humans are nearly indistinguishable, and technology questions the very meaning of humanity. Eve is a fierce, relatable protagonist, navigating intense emotions while making tough choices. LIFEL1K3 is a pulse-pounding action novel with emotional depth. It takes readers on a heart-pounding ride through a landscape where love, loyalty, and identity are all tested to their limits.
By Tash Donovan
OvenGleamers Top Tips for Loving Your Cooker This February
1. Invest in a non-stick oven liner. They help to catch all of those annoying drips that stick to the bottom of your cooker, which later can become a burnt-on mess. Easy to wash or pop in the dishwasher.
2. Do not use harsh chemicals inside your cooker. Instead, try a safer homemade option using items found around your household. For an all-purpose cleaner and deodorizer, mix together 4 tablespoons baking soda with 1 litre warm water.
3. Get the wiping habit! Wipe away any spillages immediately with a damp cloth. Don’t give the mess a chance to stay. I know this sounds easy and as hard as you try it is a chore, the oven can still be hot and some of the stuff just doesn’t want to come off but stick with it. Get a microfibre cloth and use it wet with washing-up solution.
4. Cover your roast! You need to stop the grease spitting all over your lovely clean oven. To do this just put a lid on your roast tin or cover with foil or try a roasting bag. This way the inside of your oven and your grill (if its inside your oven) won’t become completely coated in grease when you are cooking. This grease, if left in the oven, becomes burnt on carbon in the long term and is very difficult to get off.
5. Get a professional in to Gleam It! If you really can’t get all the dirt and grime out of your oven yourself then maybe call and book someone that can. A newly cleaned cooker will be sparkling and clean and if you follow our other tips you will keep it clean, won’t you?
Need some professional help? Then call Graham at OvenGleamers on 01275 370571 or go to www.ovengleamers.com for more details.
Happy Balance…
Supporting your busy life
We are passionate about re-cycling, re-housing and re-using items, working with many local charities we distribute your unwanted items on your behalf. We always offer a FREE 1hour consultation to introduce ourselves and to discuss how we can help you.
Our clients know that allocating time to work alongside Happy Balance provides the impetus they need to make a start. Through experience we understand the importance of working with you at your pace, listening to you and helping you put into action what you want to achieve.
These are all scenarios from clients we have worked with:
• ‘I don’t want to leave it for the kids to sort’ – Feeling mindful that you need to get your home in order? You don’t want the family having to sort through everything when you are gone? We will work with you to streamline your home, recycle unwanted items and organise belongings you may wish to distribute to family and friends.
• My partner/parent has died – You’re not only dealing with grief but also thinking about how you clear the house? We are NOT house clearance. We work with you sensitively, practically and confidentially to organise their affairs and clear the house for sale or other.
• I am embarrassed – It’s all got on top of me and I just feel overwhelmed – Are you buying too many items, storing them away and feeling like you may be hoarding? Claire and SJ are non judgemental and through experience can help you declutter and regain control.
• I’m moving and need to downsize – I can’t physically or emotionally cope with my move and I need help. We are hands-on in preparing your belongings ensuring that when your removal firm comes to move you that you have already sorted through, de-cluttered and made sure all your items, big and small will fit into your new home giving you peace of mind.
• ‘Our family space isn’t working for us’ –Who can help us? Happy Balance will give you guidance, ideas and hands on support to make the changes to make your home a living space and not a storage space.
Weston Hospicecare’s Men’s March: Tackle the 10, get the Gold
This February, Weston Hospicecare’s Men’s March will see hundreds of supporters embark on the scenic 10mile charity walk for Weston Hospicecare.
Starting at the Grand Pier, you’ll follow the stunning coastline taking you past Birnbeck Pier, through Weston Woods and on to Sand Point before reversing the route back to the Grand Pier for a pint and a pasty whilst enjoying the Six-Nations on the big screen with your fellows walkers. So prepare those walking boots, round up your mates and step up for Weston Hospicecare. Visit www.westonhospicecare.org.uk/mens-march to register.
Eat Out in Bristol and Make New Friends!
A new MEETUP.COM group for people aged 55+. If you enjoy eating out in Bristol and would like to meet new people and make friends while enjoying a great meal, then why not join us? Organised entirely on-line so members must be computerliterate. Simply login or register at Meetup.com, search for Taunton Eating Out Group, read the About section to see how we operate, look at the events currently on our calendar, and apply to join... We look forward to meeting you.
Join a free and friendly Health Walk!
30 to 60 minute Health Walks are available in Churchill and Cheddar, Clevedon, Congresbury, Long Ashton, Nailsea, Portishead, Weston-superMare, Winscombe and Yatton. No need to book, just come along!
Please see our website for the dates, times and meeting places: www.betterhealthns.co.uk/getactive/walking/
Or contact us at: getactive@n-somerset.gov.uk / 01275 882 730.
Somerset Sight
Somerset Sight’s Dave’s Diner Christmas Lunch on Wednesday 4th December saw an amazing 40 people attend. After a complimentary glass of fizz, a hot cooked
two course lunch of Turkey and ham with all the trimmings was served, followed by delicious apple crumble or raspberry cheesecake with cream or custard, all served by the Somerset Sight team. Very yummy. Everyone really enjoyed it especially the raffle prize winners.
A comment from one of our service users “Well, haven’t you all done a marvellous job in arranging this Christmas event for us, with getting the food out hot and promptly from the small kitchen area”
We also held a prize raffle and a Tile Appeal to raise funds to upgrade and enlarge the kitchen for future training classes for visually impaired people and private hire.
Somerset Sight is pleased to be able to offer this and other social gatherings and activities for over 3000 blind and partially sighted people throughout Somerset, along with the other services of emotional and technology support, mobile advisory service and resource centre, and volunteer visiting service.
If you are interested in any of these please call the office on 01823 333818
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