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Welcome… Welcome to this bumper packed Spring edition of LocalReach. It is lovely to see more and more local groups opening their doors after a difficult two years. There still remains some caution and is always best to check with the organisers that the dates and times are still going ahead. This month you have plenty to choose from whether it is bowling, bingo or the monthly bazaar! The horticultural society is encouraging us to start growing and social groups encouraging us to talk with each other. Whether it is singing or acting, reading or history – look no further than this months edition! I am also looking for the communities help this month with some research as part of my History, Heritage and Archaeology degree at Strode College. I have created a questionnaire as part of the research for a project I am working on relating to our local heritage assets and the risks they may be exposed to by the changing climate. I would like to get as wide a response as possible, if able to help please visit this link: https://forms.gle/tikTrr8PrCZ99VBo8
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Gardening Jobs For March • After mid – March as daylight levels continue to improve you may consider sowing seeds outside for an early crop. Most seeds will not show any signs of germination until the soil temperature is a minimum of 6 degrees C with many needing it much warmer. Another indication on better conditions is when weeds start to appear. Any outside protection like cloches, fleece and enviromesh will also help. • Seed packets nowadays have information written on them suggesting when and how the contents should be sown but this is only a guide. • Continue sowing inside and look after plants that need that bit of extra protection, these include celery, tomatoes, peppers and any annual flowers. Ventilation is important on sunny days as is closing doors and windows in late afternoon. • When considering any monthly tasks remember to make allowances for any seasonal fluctuations such as cold springs or periods of wet weather. Conditions need to be right and you might need to delay your plans. • Summer flowering bulbs can be planted at the end of the month. Bulbs often prefer good drainage so it is good practice to place a good handful of grit or sharp sand below each bulb and I often plant them slightly deeper than the recommended depth.
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• First early potatoes can be planted for an early crop but if you do this watch out for frosts later on and try to have some protection at hand. If the potatoes become damaged they will recover in a couple of weeks. If in doubt wait until next month to plant them. It was interesting to observe last year that even when potato crops were subjected to days and days of frosty nights during last April they showed little effect. • Keep a look out for the early signs of slugs and snails, there are several choices of how to deal with them. • Get on top of any weeds as soon as they appear and deal with them weekly. • March is really the last month to plant bare root plants while the soil is warming up. Prepare the ground well and top dress with a general fertiliser. • Top dress any patio containers by removing the top 5 centimetres of the old compost and replacing it with new add some granular fertiliser or long term feed granules as well. • Prune out any dead, diseased and crossing branches from trees and shrubs. When the clocks change ,at the end of the month, start feeding plants regularly. A handful of general fertiliser around each large plant is a good starter, just hoe it in gently. Kindly provided by Burnham on Sea & District Horticultural Society
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North winds doth blow and we shall have snow
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The origins of this rhyme are unclear but are thought to possibly date back to the 16th century. Whilst our winters are relatively mild these days, the 16th century was very different. The winter of 1564-5 was the longest and worst winter for over a hundred years and heralded the beginning of a period of below average temperatures which continued until the middle of the 19th century and has been referred to as the “Little Ice Age”. Most of the really bad weather, of course, normally occurs between November and February and in the winter of 1614-15 there was one of the longest and heaviest snowfalls in England which fell in January and lay until midMarch.
Here in the west of England we do not usually see the worst of the winter weather and snow in March is rare but in 1891 the south-west experienced a snowstorm so severe that, The Times (09.03.1891) reported that “no such storm had visited the West of England within remembrance.” For five days the storm raged and snowdrifts up to fifteen feet high were reported. People were trapped in the snow, trains were stranded in snow drifts and the telegraph system was disrupted as telegraph poles collapsed. It is estimated that over 200 people were killed, 6000 sheep and cattle died and half a million trees were blown down. Conditions for those in country areas became very difficult since they were unable to go out for food or to collect wood and supplies of coal soon ran out. For those trying to clear and repair the roads and railways conditions were even worse; they were expected to work for hours in an attempt to keep transport moving and had little in the way of protective clothing, Fortunately by the 14th March, the strong winds had abated and the thaw had set in although it was not until June that the last of the snow disappeared from parts of Dartmoor. Let’s hope for a warm and spring-like March. Kindly provided by Elizabeth Friend, Axbridge Archaeological and Local History Society. www.aalhs.co.uk
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Every Monday – Burnham and Highbridge Ladies SHED Why not come along and meet a friendly group of women that have an interest in making things in wood or also try and range of different crafts such as felting, beading, patchwork, jewellery etc. We meet 9:30am to 12:30pm and 1:00pm to 3:30pm. We have all the tools you may need for woodturning or making anything in wood, lathes, band saws, bench saws plus all the hand tools you would ever need for hobby or craftwork. Join us at The Shed Morland Community Hub, Pearce Drive, Morland Road, Highbridge TA9 3FU or check us out online www.burnham-mensshed.club for details of membership, the session fee is £2.00. Email meadsue@yahoo.co.uk or shedders@protonmail.com for more information.
Every Monday – Serendipity Singers We are a singing group which mainly perform at Senior Citizens’ clubs and in residential homes. We rehearse on Monday afternoons at St Andrew’s Church Hall singing mainly in three parts, sopranos, altos, and men. A limited number of spaces are available for new members so if you are interested, please email singers@burnhamu3a.com , If you should decide to join us you will need to become Members of the U3A which will also give you access to all the activities and opportunities in the U3A at Burnham.
Every Monday – The Arc The Arc has started back up again at the Methodist church hall in College Street from 2:00pm until 4:00pm. If you want a bit of company a cup of tea and cake/biscuit you are welcome. We either have a natter, play games, or do some craft activities - it all depends on what you would like to do.
Burnham Netball Club Every Monday and Tuesdays – Burnham Netball Club If you are interested in joining our friendly lady’s netball club, please join our Facebook group, (Highbridge, Burnham, Berrow Netball club) where we show all the games we run weekly. We play at Berrow Village hall, outside court, Parsonage Road, Berrow, Somerset TA8 2NL. If you don’t use Facebook, please come along on one of the evenings between 7:00pm and 8:00pm - £2 per session.
Second Monday - Parkinson’s Support Group We continue to meet at the Catholic Church hall, Highbridge Road, Burnham on Sea, TA8 1LL. All welcome, drop by for a chat, cuppa, raffle. We can
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Third Monday - Burnham on Sea & District Horticultural Society Our monthly meetings will continue every month, apart from December, at the Community Centre on Berrow Road. Our talks start at 7:30pm, with refreshments served just before this time. Membership fees, due in April will stay at £7.50 a year. More information from David Bryant 01278 788058 or Jane Osborne 01278 789661
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First & Third Monday of each Month – West Huntspill Community Café – temporarily suspended Due to the installation of toilets and new kitchen in St Peter & All Hallows Church, plus other improvements the cafe will be temporarily suspended from March. We look forward to resuming as soon as possible and would like to thank all our volunteers and regulars for their support. We look forward to opening the new improved cafe - it is a very exciting time! Watch this space!! Contact Mel 784024
Second and Fourth Monday of each Month – Go Socialize This group is for anyone 18 years or over with autism or Asperger’s meeting in the Gatsby Lounge at the Ritz Social club between 7:00pm and 9:00pm. Time to meet and chat for the small entry fee of £1. If interested in joining the group please contact: mrsdilly@hotmail.co.uk
Every Monday and Wednesday - Balliol Short Mat Bowling Club We have been bowling in a COVID secure way since the easing of lockdown restrictions in May, initially with existing club members. Our view is that we will be willing to accept inexperienced players for oneto-one coaching as and when COVID cases have greatly reduced. Our sessions are Mondays 2:00pm - 5:00pm, Wednesdays 10:00am - 1:00pm and 2nd and 4th Fridays 7:00pm – 9:30pm. For more information contact Colin Hall, Chairman on 01278 783854.
Every Tuesday and Saturday – Foodbank Sessions: Burnham Methodist, College Street 10:00am – 12:00 noon Our foodbank covers Burnham, Highbridge & its immediate surrounding areas. Contact 07570 707400 or email info@highbridgearea.foodbank. org.uk for more information. Visit our website for information about how to donate and where to get help highbridgearea.foodbank.org.uk If you need help and cannot access the internet, please call the local Village Agent Team on 01823 331222.
Every Tuesday - Burnham and District Duplicate Bridge Club. We meet on Tuesday afternoons from 1:30pm to 4:30pm at the Avenue Lawn Tennis Club, The Grove. There is a £2 per session fee which includes coffee etc. New members welcome, don’t worry about partners - we will fix you up. No annual membership fees. For more information, please contact M Rennison on 8 | www.localreach.co.uk
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Every Tuesday (during term time) – BOSBap for Toddlers: Tiny Tots The Church is delighted that the re-vamped play and stay group is growing each week called Tiny Tots it meets every Tuesday morning during term time. There are three fun-time play areas to explore with sand and water activities plus time with songs and stories. All families with children under 5 years welcome. For more information and details please contact us on 01278 794057: email Office@burnhambaptists.org: or our website at www.burnhambaptists.org. We pray that God will Transform, Revive and Heal Society.
Every Tuesday – Penguins Over 60’s Swimming Club We meet at Burnham on Sea Swimming & Sports Academy between 9:30am and 10:30am under COVID regulations as set out by Swim England and the management of the academy. Please check if we have vacancies for this popular group by calling either 786086 or 780203 or come along on a Tuesday morning just to obtain further details and check us out.
Every Tuesday - Needles and Natter Join us at the Hope Baptist Church, Highbridge between 2:00pm and 4:00pm. We welcome new friends to join our friendly group. You can bring your sewing, knitting or any other craft or just come for a natter. You will find us a friendly group. You can contact Maureen on 07770744835.
Every Tuesday - Lighthouse Room Art Group (Berrow) The group meet every Tuesday 10:00am – 12:00 noon at the Berrow Village Hall, we look forward to welcoming all our members back and new recruits (following the current guidelines). For more information contact Roger or Dot Thomas on 01278 793822/07974 990604 or email artrogerdot@ hotmail.co.uk
Every Tuesday - Lighthouse Room Art Group (East Brent) Join our friendly new art group, meet every Tuesday 1:30pm – 3:30pm at the East Brent Village Hall, we look forward to welcoming experiences and newcomers to drawing and painting, all are welcome (following the current guidelines). For more information contact Roger or Dot Thomas on 01278 793822/07974 990604 or email artrogerdot@hotmail.co.uk
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GOOD NEIGHBOURS Every Tuesday - Berrow Community Hub and Cafe The Café will take place in Berrow Village Hall from 1:00pm-3:00pm and we will be joined by: • Citizen’s Advice on the second Tuesday of the month • The Village agent will join us every 3rd week of the month • Melissa from Digital Champions (Sedgemoor DC) will join us the last week of each month • Foodbank food each week We are now looking to grow the number of our volunteers in each hub. At the moment our volunteers work either once or twice a month. If you would like to know more, please email lesleymillard3@gmail. com. We have volunteers who just want to bake a cake and others who prefer to be at the Hubs in person chatting to our visitors and making tea and coffee. The Church of England requires all volunteers to be recruited through the ‘Safer Recruitment Policy’. For further details of this Policy if you wish to proceed with an application please contact: Rev Marion Hance on 01278 792082 or email marionhance@ yahoo.co.uk. Berrow and Brean Community Cafes and Hubs continue to grow and strengthen at the heart of our communities.
Every Tuesday and Thursday – Burnham and Highbridge Men’s Shed We are open Tuesday & Thursday 9:45am -12:45pm and in the afternoon from 1:45pm-4:45pm at Morland Community Centre Pearce Drive off Morland Road Highbridge TA9 3FU. We are a group of men from all walks of life who meet together to do what men do in sheds…making things in wood, bird tables, turned bowls, pens, even furniture and upholstery. Enjoy a cup of tea of coffee and a biscuit whilst we chat and put the world to right, and generally have a good laugh. Drop in and see us at The Shed any Tuesday or Thursday – you will be most welcome. www.burnham-mens-shed.club email: shedders@protonmail.com
Every Tuesday and Thursday - Burnham on Sea Tae Kwon-Do Club We pride ourselves on having a progressive, inclusive, and positive training culture. We promote long-term focus so we can practise Tae Kwon-Do for many years to come. Classes are suitable for all ages (6+ years) and abilities, and you don’t need any previous experience! For more information, please contact Jane on 07767 668303 or email jane@holistictkdcoach.co.uk
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Every Wednesday – U3A Coffee Morning
Every Wednesday and Sunday – Burnham & Highbridge Karate Club
Join us at the Highbridge Community Hall between 10:00am and 12:00pm to find out more about the U3A. Membership is £10 a year with a small contribution to some group costs. There are no age limits so if you are retired or semi-retired this is for you. Information can also be found on our website www.u3ahighbridge.org.uk
Every Wednesday evening Burnham-on-Sea Bowls Club are offering three FREE bowling sessions with instruction between April & September on Wednesday evenings at 6:00pm. Whether you are a new or experienced bowler or just thinking about taking up the game we would be pleased to hear from you. Bowls truly is the sport for all regardless of age, sex or physical ability. It provides gentle physical and mental exercise. It is a very social game, both off and on the green. Further details are available from: Trevor Wellavize on 0787249597 Richard Luscombe on 01278 782314 / 07434972806 Steve Heeley on 01278 751972 Evenings only
Our training sessions are now at the St Andrews Church Hall, Manor Road, Burnham-on-Sea. TA8 2AS on Wednesday evenings and The Morland Community Hub, Pearce Drive, Highbridge. TA9 3FU on Sunday’s mornings. With over 47 years of experience, we welcome new and past members with separate sessions for under 16s and Adults on a pay as you train basis. First lesson is free. For further information call 07971 679455 or email bhkc1979@gmail.com. Website bhkc1979.wixsite. com/bhkc1979 or find us on Facebook.
Every Thursday - Indoor Kurling at the Princess Theatre The Kurling sessions are held between 11:00am and 1:00pm and are becoming one of the most popular activities. It is a great way to be active without working up too much of a sweat (depending on how competitive you are!) and to socialise with other players. The sport can be played by all ages and abilities. To participate will cost just £3 per person with all proceeds going to the Friends of the Princess. No need to book, just turn up and play or email keithspendlove55@gmail.com for information.
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Every Thursday – Table Tennis Group Highbridge u3a Our Table Tennis Group is looking for new members. We are a very friendly over 50s group who meet every Thursday afternoon at the Highbridge Community Hall between 2:00pm and 4:00pm. We would welcome new members at all levels of ability. We have two almost new table tennis tables and bats, and balls are provided. If you would like to give us a try or would like some more information, please give John Ellis a ring on 01278 685483 or just come along and have a look for yourself.
Every Thursday – Indoor Market and tabletop sale St Andrews church hall, Manor Road, Burnham-onSea, TA8 2AS from 8:00am-12:00pm. A variety of stalls including cakes, eggs, fruit and veg, plants, jewellery, knitted baby wear, books, local crafts, handicrafts, and greetings cards. For information, please contact Anne 01278 793411 or e-mail annelinscott@aol.com.
Every Thursday – The All-Sorts Community Choir Have you ever wanted to join a local choir? The All-Sorts Community Choir is friendly and fun, and we are always looking to welcome new people. Join us at East Brent Village Hall 7:30pm – 9:15pm – everyone welcome, first session free. Please ring Sue Toon on 01278 760753 for more details.
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will join us the last week of each month. • Foodbank food each week. We are now looking to grow the number of our volunteers in each hub. At the moment our volunteers work either once or twice a month. If you would like to know more, please email lesleymillard3@gmail. com. We have volunteers who just want to bake a cake and others who prefer to be at the Hubs in person chatting to our visitors and making tea and coffee. The Church of England requires all volunteers to be recruited through the ‘Safer Recruitment Policy’. For further details of this Policy if you wish to proceed with an application please contact: Rev Marion Hance on 01278 792082 or email marionhance@ yahoo.co.uk. Berrow and Brean Community Cafes and Hubs continue to grow and strengthen at the heart of our communities.
Every Thursday – Burnham & Highbridge Choral Society Friendly, non-auditioned choir based in Burnham on sea rehearse Thursday evenings from 7:30pm – 9:30pm at the Methodist Church Hall, College Street. If you would like to join us, contact the secretary jane.lee36@btinternet.com or telephone 01278 783511
Every Thursday – Foodbank Sessions: Hope Baptist, Church Street, Highbridge 0930am – 12:00 mid-day Our foodbank covers Burnham, Highbridge & its immediate surrounding areas. Contact 07570 707400 or email info@highbridgearea.foodbank. org.uk for more information. Visit our website for information about how to donate and where to get help highbridgearea.foodbank.org.uk If you need help and cannot access the internet, please call the local Village Agent Team on 01823 331222.
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First Thursday - West Huntspill Woman’s Institute We meet at 7:15pm at the Balliol Hall, West Huntspill. An enjoyable sociable evening with guest speakers, quizzes and a natter! We are always looking for new members. For further details please contact Denise Godby on 01278 238526, email denisegodby@ icloud.com
Third Thursday – Dementia Friendly Church Service A dementia friendly space with a short simple church service of familiar and well-loved hymns, bible readings and prayers to feed and nourish our souls. The service is followed by tea and coffee, cake, and sandwiches to feed our bodies. Open to all and is a space for people of any faith or none, come along – you will be welcome. Hosted by volunteers at St Andrews Church at 2:30pm.
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Every Friday - HBoS Local Pantry We are pleased to announce the opening of the Highbridge and Burnham on Sea (HBoS) Local Pantry. The Pantry is a community project run by Morland Community Hub and Burnham on Sea Baptist Church. It is a membership scheme for local residents who can sign up and pay £3.50 a week. For this members are given a tote and chiller bag on joining and then each week receive a mix of fresh, chilled and ambient (tinned/ dry) foods. The food is different each week and there are normally around 10-15 items. Different dietary requirements can often be accommodated. Most of the food is from national food charity Fareshare, who work with large food producers and supermarkets to ensure good, fresh (but essentially surplus) food is not wasted. We also work with local shops who may have surplus food close to its use or sell by dates. As we are run by volunteers and buy and collect mostly surplus food we are able to offer this great price, and together with our members, we are stopping good food go to waste, and also helping the environment. We operate on a Friday. If you are interested in volunteering or joining please email: HBoS.Pantry@gmail.com
Friday Lunch Club – Morland Community Hub - Highbridge All ages will receive a friendly welcome and free tea and coffee. Join us from 11:00am until 1:15pm for a 3-course lunch consisting of home-made soup and bread, main course dish of the day and a choice of 2 desserts, followed by a raffle. Vegetarians can be catered for if requested in advance. The first course is served at 12 noon, come along, and enjoy good food and meet new friends at the Morland Hall, Pearce Drive, Highbridge TA9 3FU, the hall has disabled access, booking is advisable 1 week in advance, £5.00 per adult and £3.00 per child, raffle prize donations gratefully received, for more information contact Mandy Porter on 0791 805 1689.
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7:30pm. We would love to see new faces at our March meeting when our speaker is from the Promise Charity future speakers include Friends of Burnham Hospital in May and cocktails in May! Please come along and join us for a meeting, any queries please email angelaglenn17@outlook.com
Second Friday - Prize Bingo East Huntspill Village Hall, eyes down 7:30pm. For more info contact Mary on 01278 784321.
Every last Friday – The B.D. Jazzclub The BD Jazz Club was formed in 1996 to preserve, support and promote New Orleans/Traditional Jazz in Burnham on Sea and surrounding areas. We now meet at Cossington Village Hall, Trivetts Way, TA7 8JN every last Friday in the month except December when we meet just before Christmas. We are a non-profit making club with any profit going to charity. We are a friendly bunch, and everyone is welcome. For further information about the club and the programme of forthcoming bands appearing please contact Diane 01278 788070.
Every Saturday - Coffee Morning at East Huntspill Church Hall Come along for a friendly chat and a coffee between 10:30am – 12:00 noon. For further details telephone 01278 786790
Tuesday 1st March - Pancake Supper East Huntspill Church Hall Join us at 7:00pm and enjoy Sausage and Mash followed by delicious pancakes for £7.50 per ticket (please bring your own drink). Save the hassle of making pancakes and enjoy an evening with friends. To book and for further details contact 01278 788665/786704 or email allsaintscommunitygroup@outlook.com
Saturday 2nd March – Easter Prize Bingo Join us at Highbridge Community Hall for prize bingo, doors open at 7:00pm eyes down at 7:30pm. There will be a raffle and cup of tea – we will be pleased to see you all again.
Every Sunday – Burnham Christian Fellowship We meet every Sunday morning at 10:30am at the Bay Centre, Cassis Close, Burnham and every second Friday of the month at 10:15am for a coffee morning. Everyone is welcome.
Every Sunday – BOSBAP: Sunday Kids Club Sundays at Burnham on Sea Baptist Church is not just for grown-ups. Each week we have Lighthouse Club for Primary school age children. After a short time with adults the children leave for their own time of games, stories, and craft work. For more information and details please contact us on 01278 794057: email Office@burnhambaptists.org: or our website at www.burnhambaptists.org. We pray that God will Transform, Revive and Heal Society.
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Wednesday 2nd March Portraits in Stone (TASS) The Arts Society Sedgemoor (TASS) March lecture, given by historian Mark Cottle, follows the evolution of cathedral building from Durham to Gloucester, with particular reference to structural and aesthetic details, together with some of the fascinating figures and events behind them – portraits in stone as rich as a great East Window. The TASS talk will be held at the 37 Club at 2:00pm for a 2:15pm start. Visitors are always welcome, at a charge of £8 per lecture Full information on TASS and its future events can be found on our website theartssocietysedgemoor. org.uk
Thursday 3rd March – The Berrow Wreck On this day in 1897 the vessel known as the Nornen was driven by an horrendous storm onto Berrow sands. So to celebrate this 125th anniversary an Illustrated slide show about the story of the day of her arrival and what we have discovered about her history will take place. As I write this article discussions for a suitable venue, where social distancing for seating can
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Saturday 5th March- Coffee Morning The Friends of the Community Centre, Burnham on Sea, will be happy to see you at our Coffee Morning from 10:00-12mid-day. As usual, we will be serving tea, coffee and a selection of home-made cakes. There will be hand-painted cards for sale, a raffle and, of course, the popular Craft Stall. We can’t guarantee the weather outside but inside there’s a warm welcome for everyone. If you are new to the area, come and find out about the range of activities that take place in the Community Centre every weekit’s a very good place to make friends!
Monday 7th – Saturday 19th March Highbridge Festival of The Arts We are delighted to be back for 2022 and, although the Festival will be smaller this year, we are sure that it will still be a wonderful opportunity for you to enjoy the talents of our entrants. We look forward to welcoming you to our venues. Please keep an eye on our website, www.highbridgefestival.org.uk, for more information and news. Monday 7th and Tuesday 8th March – Speech and Drama at the Princess Theatre Thursday 10th to Sunday 13th March – Dance at the Princess Theatre Thursday 17th to Saturday 19th March – Music at Highbridge Community Hall
Saturday 12th March – Table Top Sale East Huntspill Church Hall welcomes you to a “Table top Sale” from 12 noon until 3:30pm. If you want to rent a table for £5.00 contact Kay on: 07724082415.
Saturday 12th March - Brent Knoll Bazaar, Farmer’s Market & Parish Café At Brent Knoll Parish Hall – 10:00am - 12 noon. Locally produced fresh Pork, Goat’s milk, cheese and meat, Eggs, Pickles & Preserves, Vegetable Stall, Westcroft Cider, Cakes, Savouries, Handmade cards, Jewellery, Children’s games and toys, Local Crafts, Dog Treats, Textiles, etc. CDs, DVDs, Books and Bric-a-Brac. Plus a Raffle. The Parish Café will be serving drinks and homemade cake. Entrance FREE - Proceeds to Brent Knoll Parish Hall.
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OvenGleamers Recipe of The Month - Meringue Kisses With Mother’s Day coming up, we’ve got a delicious recipe for you this month that are perfect to treat the ones you love. Ingredients (serves four) 3 large egg whites About 200g caster sugar Pink food colouring 50g white chocolate, chopped For the filling: 300ml double cream 1tbsp icing sugar, plus extra for sprinkling About 4tbsp cherry jam To serve: 8 fresh ripe cherries Method 1: Preheat the oven to 110C. Drawing freehand or using a 6.5cm heart-shaped cutter as a template, draw eight hearts on to two sheets of baking parchment. Turn them over and lay on to two baking sheets. Don’t grease the paper as meringue will be used to secure the corners. Weigh a spotlessly clean bowl, then weigh the egg whites in it. Calculate their weight, double it and weigh that quantity of caster sugar into a separate bowl.
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LOCAL EXPERT PAGE without the mixture falling out. Whisk in the sugar, a tablespoon at a time, making sure each spoonful dissolves before adding the next. Dip a cocktail stick into the food colouring and add it to the meringue until you reach the depth of colour you want. Dot a little of the meringue under the corners of each piece of parchment to secure it to the baking sheet. 3: Spoon the rest of the meringue into a piping bag with a 1cm round nozzle and pipe inside the heart templates. Bake for about 1.5 hours, until they come away easily from the paper. Leave to cool in the oven. 4: Set a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water, making sure the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the water. Melt the white chocolate in the bowl, then spoon it over the base of each meringue and leave to set. Whip the cream and icing sugar in a bowl until thick and glossy. Swirl in the cherry jam. Take two meringue hearts and sandwich them together with the sweet jam cream. Serve dusted with a little extra icing sugar and a couple of ripe cherries. Meringue is renowned for being difficult to make, and we would love to see a great selection of success and fail photos! If you can, please post a photo on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/ OvenGleamersWestonSuperMare
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Wednesday 16th March Axbridge Archaeological & Local History Society David Dawson (our President) will give a talk entitled “The Archaeology of Pottery Making”. The talk is based on work done at a site in Newport, Pembrokeshire where the remains of two large updraught kilns dating back to the late 15th or early 16th century were found. Join us at Cross Memorial Hall (BS262EL) at 7:30 pm, all welcome - £3 donation requested from non-members. Full details of this and the full programme are on the website www. aalhs.co.uk. Please note that this meeting might be cancelled if prohibited by Covid restrictions.
Friday 18th March - West Huntspill Horticultural Society open evening Join us at 7:30 pm at the Balliol Hall West Huntspill with guest speaker Derek Dexter on the subject of growing Fuschias. Potatoes will also be on sale for the Heaviest Potato Crop class at this year’s summer show which we are currently hoping we can go ahead with. This is your chance to have a go at growing your own potatoes. A growing bag will be supplied. There will be a raffle and refreshments. Entry is free but donations for refreshments would be appreciated.
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Saturday 19th March – Cake Sale Yummy homemade cakes available from 10:30am at East Huntspill Church Hall. For further details contact 01278 788665 or email allsaintscommunitygroup@ outlook.com
Monday 21st Burnham on Sea & District Horticultural Society AGM Our members are also invited to bring along a vase of garden flowers to be judged. More information from David Bryant 01278788058 or Jane Osborne
Tuesday 22nd March - Burnham on Sea Pagan Group We are a very friendly group who meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month at the Community Centre, Berrow Road, Burnham on Sea TA8 2ET at 7.30pm. All paths welcome. We also hold eight ceremonies each year to celebrate the Wheel of the Year. At our next moot we shall be discussing Ostara. Our speakers for April 26th are Peter and Sue Knight. I ask for a contribution of £3 per person each evening to pay speaker’s fees and room hire. for more details contact derwen73@gmail.com Bright Blessings
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Thursday 24th March - East Huntspill Garden Club
New Performance Arts Group launches for people with additional needs
East Huntspill Garden Club welcomes back all members and newcomers at 2:00pm in the Church Hall. The question is: do you prefer an afternoon meeting or an evening meeting? please email Kay at: kathsouthview@sky.com or message 07724082415 or telephone our new secretary Mrs Myra Cox 01278 784110.
Red Bus Performance Arts Group, is for anyone with additional needs and their families, who are interested in drama, singing, dancing, photography, or videoing. We are aiming to put on a show on 4th June 2022 - ‘Summer of 2022- School is out for Summer’, and a full list of dates will be giving at this session for future rehearsals. Come along, have some fun , try something new! If you are interested in joining us, or know of someone who might be interested, then please contact us. redbusperformingarts@gmail. com or call 07368469180
Saturday 26th March – Rock N Roll, Fish & Chip Supper An evening of great food and a dance down memory lane. Tickets £7.50 (please bring your own drink). 7:00pm for a 7:30pm start, to book your ticket please telephone 01278 788665 or email allsaintscommunitygroup@outlook.com – all proceeds to East Huntspill Church and Church Hall.
Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th March Book Fair 2022 Join us at the Brent Knoll Parish Hall between 10:00am and 4:00pm each day. Books of all types most selling between 50p or £1. Come and grab a bargain.
Friday 1st April – Easter Family Prize Bingo West Huntspill WI invite you to a fun evening of Family Prize Bingo at the Balliol Hall, Church Road, West Huntspill. Doors open at 7:00pm for eyes down at 7:30pm. For more information contact Denise Godby on 01278238526
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Would you be interested in helping organise some community events for Highbridge? If so, we are looking for volunteers. The group are currently working on preparations for the Jubilee weekend and would love to hear your ideas and offers of help! email Ourhighbridge@gmail.com for more information or visit www.facebook.com/ ourhighbridge/
The museum in the National Trust owned King John’s Hunting Lodge, in Axbridge Square, displays a fascinating and diverse collection of artefacts illustrating the area’s rick history from pre-Roman times to World War II. It opens Friday 1st April, with an official opening at 10am on the Saturday. We would love to see you there. The museum will be open until the end of October: Wednesday to Sunday 1:00pm – 4:00pm and from 11:00am – 4:00pm on the first Saturday of each month to coincide with the Farmers Market in the Square. Throughout the season the museum will hold a series of temporary exhibitions. For further information please visit: www.kingjohnshuntinglodge.co.uk Twitter: KingJohnHuntingLodge@AxbridgeMuseum
BOS Baptists This is the month when the period up to Easter, known as Lent starts. A time when folk give up (or try to give up) something that they like, such as chocolate. This year why not try instead to give something such as a tin/packet of food a day to the Foodbank. At the same time why not give up a Sunday morning or two to join us in College Street and learn what Easter is all about. For more information and details please contact us on 01278 794057: email Office@burnhambaptists.org: or our website at www.burnhambaptists.org. We pray that God will Transform, Revive and Heal Society 22 | www.localreach.co.uk
Saturday 9th April - Friends of Burnham Hospital are hosting a SPRING BAZAAR Come and join us at The Community Centre in Burnham from 10:00am till 2:00pm. There are plenty of stalls to ‘whet your appetite’ including Craft Stalls, quality Bric-a-Brac, a ‘secret surprise’ tombola,
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mammoth jigsaw sale, books and toys. The Lions will be running their ‘cuddly lions’ tombola, the Friends of the Community Centre will be selling refreshments and the ‘Information Bureau’ will also have a stall so come along and support four local charities under one roof. If you have any unwanted gifts or bottles then contact the Chairman Ceri Joyce on 01278 323794 or email ceri160443@sky.com
Wednesday 13th April - The North Sedgemoor Local History Group We are planning to restart our meetings in the King Alfred School Lecture Theatre commencing at 7:00pm. The first half of this meeting will be a Q&A session as it has been a while since our last AGM.
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