LocalReach Wedmore May 2022

COMMUNITY MAGAZINES

Delivered by ROYAL MAIL to 10,422 homes & businesses including ALL towns & villages in the BS28, BS27, BS26 & BS25 postcode areas

FREE • May 2022 • Issue No. 54

GARDENING – page 4 HISTORY – page 9 COMMUNITY – page 10 PUZZLES – page 16 RECIPE – page 23 BUSINESS A-Z – page 25

• Three and Four Wheeled Walkers • Wheelchairs • Bath Lifts • Rise and Recliner Chairs • Stairlifts • Mobility Scooters • Electric Wheelchairs • Cosyfeet Slippers and Shoes

01934 842573

Environmentally Focused Family-run Family-orientated Friendly Team Cosmetics Hygienist/Therapy Payment Plans Quality Care …and lots of smiles!

See you at the ‘Hive!’

www.honeycombdentalclinic.co.uk 4 Sandford Road, Winscombe. BS25 1HD

LocalReach Community Magazines serving the community for over 11 years

3 seater power reclining sofa • Fixed & manual reclining option Supportive high-back design • Wide selection of leathers & fabrics Coordinating range items also on offer

AVA IL A

IN

55 ”

HATHAWAY

BLE

FAB BOT LEARIC ANH D T

HER

5 YEAR PARTS

SEE LIVINGHOMES.CO.UK FOR OUR LATEST PRICE

& LABOUR

GUARANTEE

Sound & Vision items are only available in Street

TX-55JZ980B

ONLY £2499

‘Mezzo’ hide.

Scatter cushions extra

55” OLED SMART TV • 4K HDR • HCX Pro AI processor • Dolby Atmos / Vision Full catch-up TV • ‘G’ energy rating

SALE NOW ON SALE NOW ON SALE NOW ON This item is sold by us as an agent of Euronics

HORSHAM

Large (200x95cm) statement dining table • 6 dining chairs in a choice of colour • Constructed from solid oak in a mid-tone finish Selection of coordinating range items

FU L RE D L R AN GE UC OV ED BY

E

25%R

5 YEAR PARTS

SEE LIVINGHOMES.CO.UK FOR OUR LATEST PRICE

& LABOUR

GUARANTEE

WM14N191GB

1400 spin washing machine • 7kg load capacity • Rapid wash • High efficiency EcoSilence Drive • ‘D’ energy rating

SALE £1775 WAS £2403

Self assembly

High Street Street BA16 0EW Tel. 01458 445555

22 Phillips Road Weston-super-Mare BS23 3UZ Tel. 01934 626326

OPEN MONDAY - SATURDAY 9.00AM - 5.30PM. CLOSED SUNDAY FREE DELIVERY THROUGHOUT SOMERSET, NORTH SOMERSET & BRISTOL*

BROWS E OR BU Y ONLINE AT LI V I N G H O M E S .CO.U K *Subject to minimum order value of £200. All offers subject to availability. ‘WAS / RRP’ charged in-store between 20/02/2022 and 01/04/2022. 0522. E&OE.

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

WELCOME TO LOCALREACH

A message from the team at LocalReach Community Magazines.

LocalReach Community Magazines are delivered monthly by Royal Mail to 83,483 homes & businesses across Somerset. We are working on the June issues and the deadline is 1st May; If you would like to advertise email us at hello@localreach.co.uk. If you know anybody who wants to advertise please let them know we would welcome their business. We can also be contacted online at www.localreach.co.uk or call 01934 312171.

LocalReach is now delivered to ALL of TA8, TA9, BS28, BS27, BS26, BS25, BA6, BA16 & BA5, BS23 & BS22.

That includes all towns & villages; Burnham, Highbridge, Berrow, Brent, Brean, Mark, Cheddar, Axbridge, Wedmore, Winscombe, Street, Glastonbury & Wells, Weston-Super-Mare and Worle. Below is a map that indicates where LocalReach is delivered in your area. Should you not receive a copy by the 1st of each month please email us with your full address and we will investigate and make sure you do receive a copy.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the businesses & community groups that have supported LocalReach over the last 11 years and who continue to support us.

We usually give 30% of our content to the community free of charge and will happily receive your editorial if you believe it would be of interest to our readers. Email between 70-100 words to editor@localreach.co.uk before 1st May for the June issues.

Stay safe. From the team at LocalReach Community Magazines.

Editorial deadline for the June issue is 1st May LocalReach Community Editor: Robert Hutchinson

Advertising & Enquiries:

01934 312171 www.localreach.co.uk

editor@localreach.co.uk

Telephone lines are open Monday to Friday 8:00am to 8:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 6:00pm and Sunday 10:00am to 4:00pm Disclaimer. Although every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this magazine, we make no guarantee that the content will always be current,

accurate or complete. We do not approve any of the services or products provided by advertisers in this magazine. Anyone using the products, services or advice from advertisers will need to carry out normal checks to make sure businesses are trustworthy and reliable. LocalReach Ltd 2022.

Churchill Churchill Sandford Sandford

BS25BS25 WINSCOMBE WINSCOMBE

Webbington Webbington

Shipham Shipham

LocalReach is delivered to all of BS26BS26 Wedmore, Winscombe, Cheddar & AXBRIDGE AXBRIDGE BS27BS27 Axbridge by ROYAL MAIL. Your local postman delivers to 10,422 homes & Rooks Bridge Weare Weare Rooks Bridge CHEDDAR CHEDDAR businesses to all of BS28, BS27, BS26, Stone Allerton Stone Allerton BS25 & surrounding villages every Draycott Draycott month.

West Stoughton West Stoughton

BS28BS28 Theale Theale WEDMORE WEDMORE

Mudgley Mudgley Panborough Panborough

www.localreach.co.uk | 3

GARDENING

Garden View This month – Partnership Perfection When we think about climbing plants, we most often think about growing them to cover a wall or a fence. We might think about growing them over a dead tree stump too, but one of the nicest ways to grow them is through a living tree or a shrub. It’s an excellent way of providing more interest in the same space, either by timing each plant’s display so they follow on from each other, or by timing the flowering so they bloom at the same time, thus doubling the impact of the display.

There are a few rules you need to follow when you plant a climber with the intention of growing it up a living host. First, the host shrub or tree should be established, woody, and strong enough to hold up the climber’s weight when it’s fully grown and flowering. Second you don’t want to use too vigorous a climber, otherwise it might swamp the host. Finally, avoid fast-growing evergreen climbers because they prevent light getting to the host, and may cause it to develop disease and die. You can

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

certainly use less aggressive evergreens such as the ivy Hedera ‘pedata’ or Hedera ‘Curlylocks’ around the base of well-established trees. These will look beautiful without overwhelming the structure and flowering of the host plant.

Climbers that look good over trees and shrubs are typically, clematis, honeysuckle, and roses. Look for species that grow to 3m or less as these are ideal for growing up most garden trees. Species that are cut back to 15-20cm every winter are also ideal.

Clematis ‘Abundance’, ‘Etoile Violette’ and ‘Little Nell’ are all good choices.

Honeysuckle can often be seen (and smelled) growing through trees in the wild. For your garden look for cultivars of the common honeysuckle, such as Lonicera periclymenum.

Rambling roses can grow to monstrous proportions, so look for smaller varieties such as ‘City of York’ and ‘Parade’, which also have a long season of interest.

If you have a cool moist area try growing the perennial nasturtium, Tropaeolum speciosum. The jewel-coloured flowers will brighten a darker space.

Happy Gardening.

By Rachael Leverton

Western Fuel are suppliers of Home Heating Oil and as your local Somerset, family run supplier, can offer you a fast and reliable service at competitive prices.

• • •

• Heating Oils • Lubricants Boiler Servicing •

Fuel Cards Automatic Top-Ups Tank Replacements

T: 01278 431 451 W: westernfuel.co.uk 4 | www.localreach.co.uk

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

LOCAL EXPERT PAGE

Allow a Little Wildness into your Garden Charlotte Hastings, Professional Landscape Designer Traditionally we want control over our outside spaces, with a desire to keep them neat and tidy.

However, we are increasingly seeing the beauty and benefits of a more natural approach, that is still carefully planned out and managed, but works with nature in a dynamic way. Allowing plants to thrive to their full potential and creating areas in the garden that feel more fluid and free. This is of course, not only great for increasing biodiversity and wildlife but also for the mind. With the theme of RHS Chelsea this year being wild and naturalistic, this trend is sure to be here to stay for the foreseeable future.

There are many ways to achieve a more wild feel in the garden which don’t have to break your budget.

Allow part of your lawn to become a wild meadow, let Ivy run free over your boundary fences and allow plants to creep over paths and seating areas to achieve a softer feel.

How we can work together

Choose Native Plants

Native plants are adapted to local conditions, benefit local wildlife and are often easier to care for. Why not take a stroll through your local countryside to see what is thriving in your area. A few of my top picks are Wild Strawberry, Fragaria vesca, for growing along path edges, Helleborus foetidus an evergreen perennial thriving in shady sites and flowering for several months from early spring and Eupatorium cannabinum for later in the year and a magnet for butterflies.

My Favourite Plants in May

It can sometimes be overwhelming to know which plants to choose for your garden with so many options out there. For colour in May a selection of my go to plants are Aquilegias, ‘Texas Yellow’, lovely for early flowers or for something more unusual take a look at ‘Chocolate Soldier’ for interest right through into July. Look out for hardy geraniums such as ‘Rozanne’ or ‘Spessart’. Dog rose, ‘Rosa canina’ rambling through a hedgerow is also beautiful at this time of year.

Whether its a full garden design, planting design or existing borders that are in need of a refresh, I strive to provide a professional and friendly experience. Listening carefully to your aspirations for the design and finding solutions is always the most important aspect of the job and the key to successful outcomes. Email info@charlottehastingsgardendesign.co.uk to book your initial consultation to start on your journey today.

07973 113787

info@charlottehastingsgardendesign.co.uk charlottehastingsgardendesign.com charlottehastingsgardendreams

Professional, friendly service Qualified garden designer Services include full garden design, planting design and maintenance Email info@charlottehastingsgardendesign.co.uk to book a consultation

www.localreach.co.uk | 5

LOCAL EXPERT PAGE

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

No Painting or repairs to your Fence for 25 years?

It must be a ColourFence!

Spring has finally arrived and if your wooden fence didn’t survive the recent storms then there’s no time like the present to upgrade your fence to a ColourFence - our Metal Fences can withstand gusts of up to 130mph and are guaranteed for 25 years*!

With ColourFence one of the most tedious, time-consuming jobs disappears overnight. That’s because there’s no need to paint or repair ColourFence. It’s guaranteed not to warp, rot, crack, shrink or peel for the next 25 years. Our goal is to provide you with a metal garden fence that is attractive and fit for purpose without costly, time-consuming annual treatments. Furthermore, when you purchase our fencing, you’re investing in your gardens long-term future There’s a choice of colours to harmonise and enhance your garden’s design. Choose your preferred height, with or without trellis and also with the choice of a gate to make your garden secure.

We’re proud of the fact that the ColourFence product is 100% recyclable and no toxic chemicals are required for its maintenance.

ColourFence also have available ColourRail Railings which is a steel railing solution at the fraction of the cost of the wrought iron alternative.

Five colours are offered as standard including cream, blue, green, brown and gloss black. Available in Flat top, Spear, Loop & Spear, Ball Top and Ball & Loop finishes Both railings and gates are finished by hand in our own workshops and are of high quality, economic and very attractive alternative to more costly wrought or cast iron. Guaranteed not to corrode or flake for ten years, our garden railings also benefit from being another low maintenance product from ColourFence that you can fit, forget and simply enjoy.

If you’re in need of a fence that’s built to last, then simply get in touch to arrange your free site survey & no-obligation quotation today, call 01823 792029 or visit www.colourfencetaunton.co.uk *t&c apply

For a free no-obligation site visit, please call Jordan & Courtney.

ANCE INTEN LOW MA

DITED ACCR E PROFESSIONAL

INSTALLATION

6 | www.localreach.co.uk

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

First Class Retirement Living At Sandford Station Nestled at the foot of the Mendip Hills, Sandford Station is a rural retirement village set in twelve acres of beautiful North Somerset countryside.

With the former Sandford and Banwell railway station as its focal point, the beautifully landscaped site has a range of purpose-built one, two and three bedroom apartments.

LOCAL EXPERT PAGE

Sandford Station ST MONICA TRUST

Enjoy a full and active

retirement Each self-contained apartment has been created to blend practicality with easeatofSandford living. Station Wide in North Somerset doorways open onto generous hallways to allow easy access to the light and airy interiors. Clever about villageof lifea floorplans include design features that make the best use of space, suchToaslearn themore twin doors your place on a guided tour Jack and Jill bathroom to create en-suite facilities. Storage has not beenbook overlooked with built-in now by calling 0117 919 4250, or wardrobes and closet space throughout. visit www.stmonicatrust.org.uk

more information and details Step outside your apartment and become part of a friendly and welcomingfor community where you’ll of available properties. have the opportunity to expand your social circles and explore new interests and hobbies.

Sandford Station really does offer the best of both worlds – on-site amenities and activities so you can enjoy a full and active retirement; yet peaceful enough for those days when you just want to sit back and enjoy the tranquillity of the birds singing in the nearby apple orchards.

Sandford Station is owned and operated by the St Monica Trust, a Bristol-basedRegistered charity providing Charity 202151 accommodation, care and support for older people in Bristol and the surrounding counties. Across all of the Trust’s retirement villages and care homes, our commitment to providing older people with the best experience of ageing is as important today as it was for our founders over a century ago.

To find out how you could enjoy a first class retirement at Sandford Station book your place on a guided tour now by calling 0117 919 4250. You can also visit www.stmonicatrust.org.uk for more information, to watch an aerial tour and see details of available apartments.

Sandford Station ST MONICA TRUST

Enjoy a full and active retirement at Sandford Station in North Somerset To learn more about village life book your place on a guided tour now by calling 0117 919 4250, or visit www.stmonicatrust.org.uk for more information and details of available properties.

Properties from £185,000 Community fee and reinstatement fee apply

Registered Charity 202151

www.localreach.co.uk | 7

LOCAL EXPERT PAGE

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

Are your stairs a struggle?

Enjoy independence in your home…

Do I need a Stairlift? – If you have difficulty getting up and down stairs you are not alone. The decision to install a stairlift is sometimes a difficult one to take but, when compared with the alternative of moving or living on only one level of their home, many people have found a stairlift to be their preferred solution.

Why choose us? – Suttons Stairlifts aim to provide a reliable and prompt service to their valued customers. Thanks to personal recommendations from satisfied customers referring us to their friends and relations Suttons Stairlifts is now a wellestablished company committed to providing expert advice with a no-pressure selling policy, guaranteed!

Our Products and Services – We offer a range of new or refurbished Handicare stairlifts for either straight or curved stairs throughout the West Country, from Bath & Bristol right down to South Devon.

We also offer a rental option for straight stairlifts as well as annual services and safety checks, repairs and removals.

What happens next? – We will visit you to survey the staircase and conduct a user assessment leaving you the leaflets and prices so you can make the decision in your own time. Once you’ve made your decision we aim to install your lift within the week, or even the next day subject to availability.

With our comprehensive 12 or 24 month warranty and 365 day coverage you can be assured of a firstclass and personal service from Suttons Stairlifts.

Call us on 01749 346 900 for more information.

STAIRLIFTS NEW from £1,495 RECONDITIONED from £949 RENTAL from £55 per month

01749 346 900

www.suttonsstairlifts.co.uk

The Works, Shepton Mallet, Somerset. BA4 5DX 8 | www.localreach.co.uk

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

Come, lasses and lads, Take leave of your dads, And away to the may-pole hie; The custom of dancing around the maypole is still carried on today in various villages in Somerset and usually involves children holding ribbons, but the use of Randolph Caldecott’s ‘Come plaited ribbons is a Lasses and Lads’ (1884) depicts a relatively modern traditional maypole. tradition dating back to Victorian times.

It is thought that Mayday celebrations were part of the Celtic tradition celebrating Spring and the Romans were thought to have celebrated the first day of May in honour of the goddess Flora. Such celebrations may well have involved dancing around a living tree but the first recorded evidence of maypole dancing dates back to 1350 when a tall beech trunk was erected at Llanidloes in Wales. The tradition quickly spread and a poem attributed to Chaucer (Chaunce of the Dice) mentions a permanent maypole at Cornhill in London.

The maypoles were rough-cut trunks of any tall, straight tree such as birch, pine or ash, typically between 9 and 20 metres high. They were decorated with leaves and flowers and sometimes painted. People danced around them, sometimes holding hands, sometimes kissing in passing and there was usually music, typically supplied by a piper or fiddler.

LOCAL HISTORY

Vintage Treasures Our Pretty Sitting elves have been busy making new stock for our furniture showroom display and website shop. We take old chairs and settees, discarded and unloved, and turn them into vintage treasures! With our skilful labours, gorgeous fabric and a bit of polish we make our pieces shine again.

Our furniture is for sale and can be visited at our Furniture Showroom, adjacent to our Workshop in Cheddar. Or browse our website shop in the comfort of your home then click and collect or choose home delivery.

At Pretty Sitting we are often asked the question, “Is it worth spending my money on repairing furniture or should I buy new?” We are happy to assess your furniture and tell you about the age, style, condition etc. We can advise about the work involved to bring a piece up to modern standards and the types of fabrics that would work well. But the question about “worth” is more about “value” than “price”, and here I can make some helpful suggestions. Is it a good quality piece that used to be comfortable? Does it have sentimental attachments? Does it fit well in your room? We can make furniture comfortable again, attach new legs, add cushions, cover with practical hardwearing fabrics…and save your old furniture going into landfill. But it’s your choice!

Please note our new opening times for the Furniture Showroom and Workshop: Monday to Thursday 9am-1pm and 2pm-5pm. Phone for an appointment on 01934 752725 or drop by.

In what has become a common theme in these articles of late, the practice of maypole dancing was frowned up by the Puritans who banned the erection of maypoles, condemning it as a wicked pagan practice. Of course that didn’t always stop people erecting maypoles and My Bird is a Roundhead is the title of a broadside ballad of 1643, written

by Humphrey Crouch which tells the true story of a Northamptonshire man who set up a maypole and kept a tame owl that he called “Roundhead”.

Unfortunately for him, one of his Puritan neighbours had him brought before a Justice of the Peace for such provocation.

Not surprisingly, the restoration of the monarchy also brought about the restoration of maypole dancing and a huge maypole was erected in the Strand in London in April 1661 which was over 130 feet or 39 metres high.

Kindly provided by Elizabeth Friend, Axbridge Archaeological and Local History Society. www.aalhs.co.uk

www.localreach.co.uk | 9

HEALTH AND BEAUTY COMMUNITY

Shipham and District Gardening Club Monday 2nd May: The Club is holding a Plant Sale on the Shipham Village Green on Bank Holiday Monday 2nd May 1:00pm to 4:00pm. A selection of vegetables and garden plants will be available.

Climb to the top of the tower of St. Mary’s Wedmore Monday 2nd May: Tower Tours from 10:00am. £6.00 per person (including tea & cakes!). For information and reservations contact 07984 924432 or email dahopkins@aol.com. Climbers must be aged 8 and over.

Plant, Craft and Coffee Morning Monday 2nd May: There will be a PLANT, CRAFT AND COFFEE MORNING on Monday, 2nd May between 10:00am – 12 noon at Stook House Farm, Littlemoor Road, Mark. TA9 4NL. Two miles from Mark Church - sign on gate. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult – property next to river Yeo. Entrance £2.50 for coffee/tea and homemade cake.

Plant stalls, crafts, cakes, raffle, live music, and more. Proceeds to Cancer Research UK. www.justgiving.com/maydaycoffeemorning

Axbridge Royal British Legion Tuesday 3rd May: In May the speaker will be John Smith and his title The Battle of Britain in Somerset.

This should be of interest to present Somerset residents and perhaps bring back memories to many. If this interests you be at The Lamb, Axbridge at 11:00am on 3 May you will be made very welcome.

You will have the opportunity to make new friends or

FF Folly Framing Bespoke framing for paintings, photos, fabrics, memorabilia and everything in between 6 The Terrace, Folly Lane, Shipham. BS25 1TE info@follyframing.co.uk www.follyframing.co.uk

07963 192 411 10 | www.localreach.co.uk

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

renew old ones You don’t have to be a member or a veteran, male or female to enjoy this event.

Walk programme for West Mendip Walkers Thursday 5th May: Moderate to strenuous 12 mile circular walk from National Trust car park, Lambert Castle (EX13 5UN). Car park is off B3165 Crewkerne to Lyme Regis road. OS Map Ex116 SY365987.

What3words: recoup. chopper. clockwork. Start 10:00am. Please register with Ken Masters Tel: 01749 670349/07784 941439 or kenmasters265@ gmail.com Wednesday 11th May: Moderate to strenuous 12.5 mile circular walk from Staple Hill car park (TA20 3RB). OS Map Ex128 ST247160. What3words: piano. surpasses.likewise Start 10:00am. Please register with Mandy & Mike Turner Tel: 07709 237621 or 07817 873402 or mm.turner@btinternet.com Thursday 19th May: Moderate 11 mile circular walk from St Matthew’s Church Wookey (BA5 1JR). OS Map Ex141 ST518458. What3words: hazy.influencing. fallback. Park roadside near Church or near Hub. Start 10:00am. Please register with Paul Reynolds Tel: 01749 670820/07943 906817 or phrajr55@ hotmail.com Thursday 26th May: Moderate 9 mile circular walk from Combe Hay (BA2 8RD). OS Map Ex155 ST729600. What3words: driver. sling. dozed.

Park roadside. Start 10:00am. Please register with Alyson Mair or Sarah Montagnon Tel: 01749 678330/07969 383071 or alysonmair@icloud. com/sarahmontagnon@gmail.com

Cheddar Arts is back Friday 6th May: Its cinema season begins on Friday 6th May with A Royal Night Out, inspired by true events in the lives of princesses Elizabeth and Margaret Windsor, on VE night.

Friday 10th June: Toni Collette and Damian Lewis star in Dream Horse, the story of a race horse bred

by Welsh barmaid Jan Vokes.

Friday 8th July: Will Smith stars in King Richard, the story of Richard Williams and his plan to write daughters Venus and Serena into tennis history.

Tickets for all events are available online at www. thelittleboxoffice.com/cheddararts. For queries and help, email. cheddararts@gmail.com

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

HEALTH LOCAL EXPERT AND BEAUTY PAGE

Slimming World Rocking This Spring!

Cathy, Mary and Martha love their SW groups and are so proud of their members.

Slimming World’s Food Optimising plans encourage healthy eating and moving more, more often. The plan is full of hunger busting food that keeps you satisfied. Filling up on unlimited Free Foods such as rice, pasta, all learn meats, fish, veg, pulses, salads and so much more. You will never feel you are missing out as no food is banned.

Hannah Before

Hannah After

Our members are learning new eating habits, that will give them the freedom to enjoy life to the full! No potions, no gimmicks just Food that everyone can enjoy because everyone can personalise the plan to their own lifestyle, likes and dislikes.

Hannah, a young Mum with 3 boys has been attending Cathy’s group in Cheddar for just over a year.

Hannah has lost an amazing 5 1/2 stone and is delighted with her amazing achievement. She feels like a new woman! Hannah says “I joined Slimming World as I knew I had to change my eating habits and loose the weight. I love the freedom you get with all the food choices available and still manage to enjoy my chocolate bar every day. I love filling, comfort foods like jacket potatoes and bolognaise and I have changed my snacking habit and really enjoy watermelon. Before losing the weight I felt very tired and lethargic and my mood was very low all the time but, changing my eating habits gave me more energy right away. I upped my activity and got my get up and go back. I love walking and playing in the garden with the boys. Now I feel amazing and more confident in my own skin. Joining Cathy’s group was the bet decision I have ever made, having her support along with the group has changed my life for good!”

Cheddar Tuesday & Thursday 5:00pm & 6:30pm The Catholic Hall Tweentown BS27 3HU Call Cathy 07971 575158

Cheddar Wednesday 9:00am & 11:00am Cheddar Football Club Draycott Road BS27 3EL Call Martha 07845 197867

Churchill Thursday 5:30pm Churchill Memorial Hall Ladymead Lane BS25 5NH Call Mary 07811 709184

www.localreach.co.uk | 11

LOCAL EXPERT PAGE

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

Are you checking your search results before clicking?

Search engines are an invaluable tool that most of us make use of each and every day. But while invaluable, the risks involved are serious, particularly when the user is unaware of what to look for.

For the most part, search results are legitimate and get us where we want to be. However, sometimes fake results can direct us to malicious websites that can trick an unsuspecting user into being scammed or getting their computer infected with viruses. The algorithms that determine search results do their best to keep dangerous results at bay, but scammers can sometimes get past these protective measures. This means that on occasion, malicious search results will be lurking amongst legitimate results, sometimes as the top result, or not far off.

For this reason, caution should be taken when inspecting search results. No matter how high up a result is, it could lead you to a website that disguises itself as the one you intended to reach.

Some examples of what to look for are deals that are “far too good to be true”, results which threaten or question the health of your computer, results which provide a phone number to call, results with spelling or grammar mistakes, results promising any kind of giveaway, and results where the website address appears fake, or disguised to look similar to the real website address. Sometimes fake companies masquerade as a genuine company, which is one of the most worrying situations, as this can be hard to spot.

Having concerns that dangerous search results may have directed you onto a malicious website, resulting in a computer virus or leaked sensitive information, or perhaps you would like a security check-up for your computer? Please see our advert on this page, or contact me on 07973 536299.

Neil Buzzard, Director, Computer Problem Solutions Ltd.

Computer Problems?

We come to you or remote appointments available!

• Problem Solving & Repairs • Virus/Spyware Removal • New PC Systems • Broadband/WIFI Problems • Performance Improvement

• Wireless Networking • iPhone/iPad help • Upgrades • Websites • Help & Tuition

We have Mobile Engineers in your area or with your permission we can access your computer remotely.

YOUR LOCAL, TRUSTED COMPANY Engineer: 07973 536299 Office: 01934 853107 E-mail: sales@e-cps.co.uk

www.e-cps.co.uk 12 | www.localreach.co.uk

SHORT NOTICE VISITS OFTEN POSSIBLE EVENINGS & WEEKENDS ALSO AVAILABLE

01458 552891

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

Messy Church – The Benefice of Cheddar, Draycott and Rodney Stoke

Saturday 7th May: Children of all ages welcome in Cheddar Village Hall for our next session based on the story of Bartimaeus. Starts at 3:00pm and includes an obstacle course and crafts also a chance to take part in the fun of telling Bartimaeus’ story, followed by tea. (Children must be accompanied by an adult). To help us with numbers for catering please email Samm at: cheddardraycottandrodneystoke@ gmail.com. The following session is 18th June.

COMMUNITY

Axbridge District Trefoil Guild Tuesday 10th May: The meeting on Tuesday 10 May at 2:00pm in the Catholic Church Rooms, Cheddar will be a time for STARS Challenges. For those who are not familiar with the acronym - Skills, Together, Action, Roam, Self, - so come and be challenged and have fun ticking off the challenges.

If you haven’t been before you might like to come with a friend, all welcome. During the afternoon Tea and Biscuits will be served too.

Never Feel Alone With Trust By Phone

Somerset Wildlife Trust Mendip Hills Group Sunday 8th May: Cooks Field. This walk by Sarah Ayling and Geoff Watson will take us through the Somerset Wildlife Trust reserve at Cooks Field. We will explore the limestone grassland and geology of this fascinating part of the Mendip plateau. There are magnificent views across the Somerset levels and beyond. Mostly level walking on the hillside but with some steep sections. Meet in the car park at Pelting Drove above Deer Leap ST 518 492 at 10:00am. www.somersetwildlife.org

01749 600387 600387 01934 01749 01458265358 552891

01458 552891

COVID 19 – We are currently working and practising social distancing of 2m.

Central Partnership Ltd 11522535

A Trusted daily phone call or text service giving you peace of mind Living on your own can be scary and TRUST BY PHONE is here for you offering you a personalised call and text service tailored to your needs.

• Daily phone call/text to check-in with you • Non automated, your always talking direct to an actual person who cares • Fail-Safe service • Tailored to your needs • Can be altered at anytime • Simple and easy to sign up either by post or via our website • No complicated contracts Here at TRUST BY PHONE conversations with you mean something just the same as if you were our own family.

TRUST BY PHONE can be your Emergency contact and can even if needed fulfil your funeral plans Our service also includes a “FAIL-SAFE” where if you cant be contacted or do not reply within your specified time scale then your emergency contact will be notified or the emergency services will be notified to check on you.

For only £10 per month TRUST BY PHONE offers a simple solution to put your mind at rest and make living alone feel less lonely.

TO JOIN CALL NOW: 07399 617711

Never feel alone with

Join our daily check-up call or text service

Call Lara on 07399

13 | www.localreach.co.uk

617711

trustbyphone.com

www.localreach.co.uk | 13

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

COMMUNITY

ADVANCED LIGHT THERAPY FACIAL TREATMENT

Winscombe WI Wednesday 11th May: You are welcome to join us at The Church Centre, Winscombe on Wednesday, 11th May (7:00pm for 7:30pm) when we look forward to enjoying a Cheese & Wine evening as well as a General Knowledge Quiz plus a discussion of some topics where women can make their opinions count.

The VitaPhase LED Light Therapy is the most versatile rescue treatment option for skin problems. Also known as Photo-Rejuvenation LED Light Therapy is the perfect solution to treat skin problems such as: • Active Acne • Redness • Pigmentation Join our Summer Sing • Loss of Firmness • Collagen Stimulation Thursday 12th May until Thursday 16th June: • Wound Healing During the summer Burnham and Highbridge • Scar Reduction choral society have six weeks of singing just for fun.

• Skin Rejuvenation This year our M.D James Davies has chosen songs • Inflamed Skin from the 50’s, this is a nod to our 50th year as a The concept of using LED light therapy to heal choir. Members of our choir enjoy singing a variety and rejuvenate the skin has roots which are as of music, so this theme will be a change from our deep as modern medicine itself. Highest quality usual classical repertoire.

The Summer sing will PROBLEMS WITH UNWANT products are used combined with effective be 7:30pm at Burnham Methodist Church, College equipment to give you outstanding results.

Street. It willOnly start on Thursdaymethod 12th May and end ELECTROLYSIS: You are welcome to contact the clinic to discuss on Thursday 16th June. The cost for the term will British Medical Assoc. to be P how this treatment would benefit your skin. be £30. All are welcome to join us to celebrate Please call or email to book a no obligation the songs of the 50’s. For more information consultation. contact our secretary jane.lee36@btinternet.com Latest technology to permanen or on 01278 783511. Check out our website www.

POUR LA FEMME BEAUTY CLINIC all hair types includin burnhamandhighbridgechoral.org.uk for more Email: rani.plf@gmail.com information on the choirs activities.

Mob: 07796521420 LASER INDUCED HAIR GRO

. . .

PROBLEMS WITH UNWANTED HAIR ?

Advanced PROBLEMS WITH UNWANTED HAIR ?

PROBLEMS WITH UNWANTED HAIRby ?

ELECTROLYSIS: Only method approved

Skin Blemish R

ELECTROLYSIS: Only approved unibrows nostril ingrown and ear hair ELECTROLYSIS: Only method method approved by by British MedicalMole Assoc. to be PERMANENT Plant Sale at Chapel Allerton warts and Reduction unibrows ingrown ear All skinnostril and hair typesand including British Medical Assoc. to be PERMANENT unibrows nostril ingrown and ear hair hair British Medical Assoc. to be PERMANENT All skin and hair All skin and hair types types including including thread-veins warts millia Saturday 14th May: 10:00am to 1:00pm.Plant Sale Latest technology to permanently eliminate Latest to eliminate at Chapel Allerton. Proceeds to Allerton Church and all hair types including Latest technology technology to permanently permanently eliminate verruca skin tags etc all hair including Somerset Wildlife Trust. Chapel Allerton BS27 2PQ. all INDUCED hair types typesHAIR including LASER GROWTH LASER HAIR www.somersetwildlife.org LASER INDUCED INDUCED HAIR GROWTH GROWTH Advanced Skin Blemish Removal FREE consultation and pat Advanced Skin Blemish Removal Advanced Skin Blemish Removal warts and Mole Reduction warts and Mole Reduction LGBT Welcome warts and thread-veins warts millia Mole Reduction thread-veins warts millia Winscombe & District Branchservic Plant skin tags verruca thread-veins wartsetc millia Discreet andRNLI Confidential skin & Garden Jumble Sale skin tags tags verruca verruca etc etc FREE consultation and patch test Working in Partnership with FREE consultation consultation and and patch patch test test FREE Saturday 14th May: RNLI Winscombe & District LGBT Welcome Branch will hold their Plant & Garden Jumble Sale” Welcome Discreet andLGBT Confidential service assured LGBT Welcome from 10:00am to 12:00 noon on Saturday 14th May Discreet and Confidential service assured Discreet Confidential service assured Workingand in Partnership with on Studley’s Forecourt in Winscombe opposite the Working in in Partnership Partnership with with Working Coop Supermarket. Stalls will include a full range Beauty Clinic of Greenhouse Plants; Runner and French Beans POUR LA FEMME and Courgettes; Bedding Plants and Garden Fillers; POUR LA FEMME Beauty POUR LA Clinic FEMME Acers & Shrubs; Garden Jumble including patio Beauty Beauty Clinic Clinic items and tubs; Garden & Domestic tools; and Guest Stalls plus a few new ideas all at “Give-Away” rani.plf@gmail.com prices. Contact Allan Cooper by e-mail allan.coop@ rani.plf@gmail.com tiscali.co.uk or tel 01934-842954 or Tina Joyce by The The Bull Byrerani.plf@gmail.com Banwell Road Christon BS26 2XX Bull Byre Banwell Road Chris rani.plf@gmail.com e-mail meejlfh@gmail.com or tel 01934-842304 Established 25+ years The Bull Byre Banwell Road Christon BS26 2XX axbridgeelectrolysis.co.uk Established 25+ The Bull Byre Banwell Road Christon BS26 2XX for more details. Branch members willyears collect any Established 25+ years Established 25+ years items donated for this sale ahead of the date.

.. ..

POUR LA FEMM

07796 521420 07796 07796 521420 521420

14 | www.localreach.co.uk

07796 521420

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

LOCAL EXPERT PAGE

HOW TO REWARD EMPLOYEES USING NON-TAXABLE BENEFITS Generally employment income and benefits are taxable.

However there are some benefits that do not have tax consequences.

• trivial benefits as detailed below.

Where benefits are not in cash it becomes necessary to put a value on them. As a general rule provided the benefit cannot be converted into cash there is no taxable benefit.

Where it is convertible into cash, the taxable amount is the resale value.

A statutory exemption applies for trivial benefits in kind.

The exemption sets out a number of conditions that must be met for a benefit to be exempt which are that the:

The most important non-taxable benefits include: • retirement benefits which are paid by an employer into a registered pension scheme • meals provided in a staff canteen • drinks and light refreshments at work • parking provided at or near an employee’s place of work • workplace nursery places provided for the children of employees • payments for additional household costs incurred by an employee who works at home • in-house sports facilities • the provision of a mobile phone or vouchers to make available a mobile phone (limited to one phone per employee only) • annual social functions for employees provided the total cost of all events in a tax year is less than £150 per head

TRIVIAL BENEFITS – are you making the most of the exemption?

• cost of providing the benefit does not exceed £50 • benefit is not cash or a cash voucher (eg not an Amazon £20 gift card) • benefit is not provided under salary sacrifice arrangements or any other contractual obligation • benefit is not provided in recognition of particular services performed by the employee in the course of the employment or in anticipation of such services.

In addition, where qualifying trivial benefits are provided to directors of close companies, they will be subject to an annual cap of £300, including any benefits provided to a member of the employee’s family or household who is not an employee of the employer. Where the director’s family or household member is also an employee of the company, they will be subject to a £300 cap in their own right.

To prevent tax avoidance, complex detailed rules are in place. We can advise on structuring remuneration packages, including benefits, in a tax efficient way, so if you need help, give us a call.

YOUR LOCAL CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT AND TAX ADVISERS Audits & Accounts Bookkeeping & Payroll Company Secretary Business Start-Ups Tax Services VAT Returns & Registration Sage & QuickBooks Training With over 30 years’ industry experience you can rely on Bishop Jones for the highest levels of expertise.

For a quotation, contact us today!

01749 678 307

enquiries@bishopjones.co.uk www.bishopjones.co.uk

Mill Street Business Centre 55a High Street, Wells. BA5 2AE

www.localreach.co.uk | 15

PUZZLES

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

Crossword

Across 1 Dormant, slumbering (6) 5 Metallic element symbol Cu (6) 8 Drool, saliva (4) 9 Doesn’t drink (8) 10 Copy from the internet (8) 11 Small, round salty cracker brand (4) 12 Erupting hot spring (6) 14 Custody, detain (6) 16 Sheath, husk (4) 18 Shows. displays (8) 20 Classic French loaf (8) 21 Arrange, catalogue (4) 22 White root vegetable (6) 23 Without effort (6) Down 2 Think, imagine (7) 3 Chewed and swallowed (5) 4 Rest and relax (3,4,4,2) 5 Goes well with crackers (7,6) 6 Coded instructions for computer (7) 7 Precise, accurate (5) 13 UV skin damage (7) 15 Genuine, real (7) 17 _____ Reeves, Hollywood actor (5) 19 Fundamental principle (5)

Word Search

Solutions

Canterbury Christ Church Coventry Durham Ely Exeter Gloucester

Hereford Lichfield Lincoln Norwich Rochester Salisbury Southwark

16 | www.localreach.co.uk

Southwell St Pauls Truro Wells Westminster Winchester York Minster

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

“Cakes and Plants” Sale - Chapel Allerton Saturday 14th May: Chapel Allerton Church will be holding its annual “Cakes and Plants” sale on Saturday 14th May, 10:00am to 1:00pm. There will be lots of cakes, biscuits, goodies and preserves, all homemade, and masses of plants, including annuals, perennials, shrubs, herbs and vegetables for sale in the churchyard. The event is supported by Somerset Wildlife Trust. Coffee and snacks available. Entrance free.

COMMUNITY

monthly market at the Winscombe Community Centre. Some of the stalls we have are Dickie’s award-winning pies, Two Acor Farm, Tina’s Patisserie, Wrington Bread, Body Shop, Nixys Boutique, Somerset Chilli Garden, health and nutrition, wax melts and candles, fused glass, handmade jewellery, Creative Florist, house plants, hand crafted wooden items, Little Peebles, hand crafted gifts and accessories, jams and preserves.

We also have Fairtrade selling teas and coffee, so why not make it a monthly event and meet your friends there too!

Christian Aid Week

Isle of Wedmore Society

Sunday 15th - Saturday 21st May: Please give generously to support the work of this wonderful Charity. You can find out more information here: www.christianaid.org.uk/appeals/key-appeals/ christian-aid-week-inserts

Thursday 26th May: Our May meeting will take place in the Wedmore Masonic Hall at 7:30pm. The speaker will be Dr Francis Burroughes BEM, whose talk will be about ‘Bristol Blue Glass.’ From his own collection, he will bring historic and valuable items of glass for members to examine for themselves to illustrate the history of glass making from 3,000 BC to the present day. Members free, Visitors £4 with free tea/coffee afterwards. Contact Ian Tomes on 01934 710390.

Every gift. Every action. Every prayer. Every one of us can change lives.

Isle Of Wedmore Bowls Club Sunday 15th May and Monday 16th May: Just like the weather things are really hotting up at the Isle of Wedmore Bowls Club. We are now approaching the final stages of the ‘21/’22 indoor season and with only a few games remaining the internal leagues are beginning to take shape with most looking like close finishes and likely to go to the final games.

Indoor bowling is available throughout the summer but from the end of April the emphasis shifts to outdoors.

If you would like to find out more about this wonderful community club we are hosting two open days at the club which is located at the Isle of Wedmore Sports Ground: first is Sunday 15th May from 10:00am to 4:00pm, second is Monday 16th May from 3:00pm to 7:00pm. Please come along, view the facilities have a drink from the bar or a coffee and meet some of the members. We’d love to see you. If you would like more details please call secretary Steve Young on 01749 870987 or mail him at steveyoung1987@hotmail.co.uk or call Stuart Fisher on 01749 870704 or mail him at millhaven44@icloud.com

Winscombe Monthly Market Saturday 21st May: 9:00am - 1:00pm: Every 3rd Saturday of the month Winscombe now has a

Full & Part-time positions with flexible working hours available at Sedgemoor Services Simply scan the QR code to view our latest vacancies.

Can't scan? email sedgemoorjobs@roadchef.com

Address: Sedgemoor Motorway Service Area, M5 Southbound, Rooksbridge, Axbridge Somerset, BS26 2UF

www.localreach.co.uk | 17

COMMUNITY

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

New Wedmore Surgery

Meet, Greet and Eat!

Friday 27th and Saturday 28th May: Would your like to hear more about the proposals for a new, replacement Doctors Surgery in Wedmore? If you do, please come along to the Masonic Hall on either Friday 27th May (6.30pm to 9pm), or Saturday 28th May (9.30am to 1pm). There are now three sites which have been suggested, all of which have both advantages and disadvantages. This is your opportunity to discuss the ideas with members of the Project Team and Trustees of the Health Fund prior to the selection of a preferred site.

Sunday 5th June: What better way to enjoy getting to know “those funny people next door” than at an informal meal together! Nationwide events in early June to mark Her Majesty the Queen’s 70 years on the throne give us the ideal excuse. And if it’s dry and sunny, so much the better.

The date suggested is Sunday, June 5th. So hold a Street Party Lunch with your neighbours, relax and celebrate together. (Maybe they’re not so funny, after all…). The following links below tell you what you need to know about applying in good time for a street closure if needed, whether you’ll need a licence, as well as some helpful tips on planning: www.n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/librariesleisure-open-spaces/events/queens-platinumjubilee

Tea and Tower Day Friday 3rd June: HOLY CROSS CHURCH, MARK will be holding an open day with church flowers, tea, coffee and cake, plus a display of yarn flowers on 3rd June. Tower tour: 2:00pm - 4:00pm. The Church will be open 10:00am - 5:00pm through Jubilee weekend. Sensible shoes to be worn, and only 8 years and over allowed up the tower steps. Entry at own risk. Come and enjoy light refreshments, knitted and crocheted flowers, plus a magnificent view from the top of the church tower. A photo opportunity not to be missed!! Donations welcome.

Contact Heather on 641225 or Joan on 641625

20% OFF all confirmed bookings until the end of May 2022

All works guaranteed No job too big or small

www.edenprojectcommunities.com/the-bigjubilee-lunch

Mark Village Open Gardens Sunday 12th June: 11:00am - 5:00pm. To raise funds for Holy Cross Church, Mark. £5 per person for map and entrance programme from Mark Village Hall from 11:00am. Plants, coffee and cakes available at the Church Hall. Contact Heather on 641225

Wedmore 40 30 Registration Now Open Sunday 10th July: Charity Cycle ride raising money for Weston Hospicecare.

All rides start from: Wedmore Playing Fields, Blackford Road, Wedmore, BS28 4BS. To register go to Weston HospiceCare Website Events Page: westonhospicecare.org.uk/event/ Wedmore-40-30 A choice of four routes: Fun Ride: For all the family 12 miles. Short Route: Ride the Levels 30 miles. Medium Route: For the hill climber 40 miles. Long Route: For a bigger challenge 70 miles.

Specialising in…

Resin bound & bonded driveways Stone Paving • Block Paving • Tarmac Drop kerbs • Landscaping • General building Check out our 4.7 star rating on

Call us for a FREE, no obligation quote

Tel:

01934 265371

www.stonewaypaving.co.uk

18 | www.localreach.co.uk

Cheddar Flower Show - Save the Date Saturday 20th August: Cheddar Flower Show will be back after 2 years absence on Saturday 20th August in Cheddar Village Hall. Let’s make it a good one. Schedules available from the Library, Woodbury, Time Out etc. Included is a registration form for participation in the Scarecrow Trail, back by popular demand, which will run from Saturday 6th August up to the Show.

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

LOCAL EXPERT PAGE

Browns Domestic Appliances - Reminiscing Life certainly has a way of changing, and technology moves on at a rapid pace. The machines we grew up with have certainly changed.

When I was a child my Mum had a twin tub. You attached a hose to the hot water tap and filled one side of the tub with water and soap powder. Then you put your clothes in and an agitator would turn backwards and forwards washing the clothes. Once washed you would drain the soapy water and rinse the clothes by adding clean water and finally transfer the clothes into the other side of the twin tub to the spin section. Hooking the drain hose out over the sink and placing a spin mat on top of your clothes, you would spin to remove the water. No wonder wash day always took the whole day.

When we moved to a new house we had another top loading washing machine which could double up as a dishwasher with the addition of separate baskets. I don’t think my parents ever tried that!

As front loading washing machines became more affordable and popular you would see the water and suds rise to the top of the door. They used large quantities of water and were not very economical.

Unlike todays machines that use very little water and energy and do not need to be supervised!

However as times are changing again and we are now looking at ways to save more energy and wash less often, which can be hard with a family. Make sure you have enough laundry for a full load and run on eco programmes that may take longer but use less energy. When buying a new appliance look for most energy efficient you can afford.

Here at Browns we pride ourselves in offering a great service, whether it is repairs to your appliances or providing new appliances. With many years of experience behind us make us your first choice.

Browns Domestic Appliances Ltd Making things simple!

Your complete local domestic appliance specialist for sales and repairs We sell and repair washing machines, washer dryers, tumble dryers, dishwashers, ovens, hobs and hoods, cookers, fridges and freezers.

We are specialists in Freestanding and integrated appliances Local family business established 36 years All work insured and guaranteed No hidden extras. We keep things simple!

01934 517657

www.brownsdomestics.co.uk www.localreach.co.uk | 19

LOCAL EXPERT PAGE

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

The Top Five Things Your Never Wanted To Know About BBQing Number One: Is it BBQ or Barbecue? Barbecue derives from the word barabicu found in the language of the Taíno people of the Caribbean and the Timucua of Florida, and entered European languages in the form barbacoa. The word translates as “sacred fire pit.” The word describes a grill for cooking meat, consisting of a wooden platform resting on sticks.

Traditional barbacoa involves digging a hole in the ground and placing some meat (usually a whole goat) with a pot underneath it, so that the juices can make a hearty broth. It is then covered with maguey leaves and coal and set alight. The cooking process takes a few hours.

Number Two: The first commercially produced barbecue sauce was made by the Georgia Barbecue Sauce Company in Atlanta, Georgia. Its sauce was advertised for sale in the Atlanta Constitution, January 31, 1909. Heinz released its barbecue sauce in 1940. It now comes in three varieties: Classic, Sweet and Sweet & Spicy.

Number Three: Each year Environmental Health officers see a characteristic rise in the number of food poisoning cases through the summer period. When investigated, there is often one common factor - the barbecue!

Number Four: SAFETY TIP: In recent years there have been a number of fatalities and injuries as a result of people bringing BBQs into enclosed spaces and being overcome by carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is a highly poisonous substance which is created when fossil fuels such as gas and solid fuels like charcoal and wood fail to combust fully due to a lack of oxygen. You can’t see it, taste it or smell it but it can kill quickly with no warning.

Number Five: In a recent survey of our clients 98% of them had never cleaned their BBQ! But don’t worry your BBQ can be restored to its clean, non-grease laden state in 2 – 2 ½ hours without you having to lift a finger – well not true – you have to pick up the ‘phone and call Graeme Robertson at OvenGleamers on 01934 440032.

20 | www.localreach.co.uk

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

Axe Valley Men’s Shed Mondays & Wednesdays: The Axe Valley Men’s Shed is situated next door to Travis Perkins in Cheddar. We offer friendship and activities for all men to improve men’s wellbeing. We have woodwork, wood turning, tai chi, air pistol shooting, model railway, and music, also cultivation on our four acre field. Tea, coffee and biscuits are always available in our comfortable lounge area. We meet on Wednesdays from 10:00am till 2:00pm when up to thirty members may attend and Woody opens the woodwork rooms on Mondays from 1:00pm till 7:00pm. We welcome new members. Please call Woody on 07532 304187 for further information.

Cheddar Flower Power Mondays: Cheddar Flower Power meet on the 2nd Monday in the month at Cheddar Village Hall at 7:30pm. We have interesting speakers, demonstrators and practical workshops plus an outing in August. Our demonstrator for May is Kathryn Delve and the title of her demonstration is Waste Not, Want Not. Visitors are always welcome at a cost of £5, to include a cup of tea/coffee and a biscuit. Normally membership subscription is £30 per annum but anyone wishing to join now will be charged at pro rata rate, bearing in mind we had our AGM in September.

Full details of our programme for the rest of the year can be found on the web - Cheddar Flower Power.

For any further details please telephone on 01934 713226.

Cheddar Country Market Tuesdays: Cheddar Country Market is open every Tuesday morning 10:00am - 11:30am in Cheddar Village Hall. Fresh home-baked cakes and savouries, preserves. Plants, flowers, vegetables and fruit in season. Free range eggs, cooked meats.

Wide selection of beautifully made crafts. Coffee available

Ladies Table Tennis Wednesdays: Friendly ladies table tennis group are looking for new members to join them. We play at Winscombe Community Centre on Wednesday mornings from 10:30am – 12:30pm. The cost per session is £2 including refreshments. If you would like to come along, please contact Lynda on 07412 012762. We look forward to seeing you.

COMMUNITY

Bingo Wings and Hula Hoops – who’d have thought it?

With the onset of better weather, we are daring to bare our bodies again, primarily our arms, as jumpers and jackets give way to t-shirts.

Just imagine being able to tone up muscles that have lain hidden under long sleeves for the extended winter months in an enjoyable way.

Unlikely as it may seem there are hula hooping moves that work our arms, promoting strength, flexibility and co-ordination.

The hoops are light-weight. Resistance is created by the momentum of the spin. That gets the blood pumping and that’s not all. The moves encourage the grey matter too. Asking your body to do something different can be challenging at first, but the pennies drop. That trick you couldn’t do at the start of the class becomes possible after all.

Developing new skills is very rewarding. Absolute Beginner groups run regularly in Draycott. Classes are small and friendly. Alternatively gather some like-minded pals for a private session.

Call 07813 254172 or email hoopmefitter@gmail. com to discuss your individual requirements.

Hula Hoop Fitness for the young at heart

Groups of friends or 1-to-1 Keeping fit or just for fun Toning arms and trimming waists You’re sure to have a smiley face Tricks & rolls & flips & spins To give it a whirl contact Lynn

07813 254172 hoopmefitter@gmail.com www.localreach.co.uk | 21

COMMUNITY

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

Cheddar Short Mat Bowls Club

Cheddar Valley u3a

Wednesdays: We have recently seen a surge of interest from persons of all ages joining our regular 2-hour indoor bowls sessions. We are keen to encourage more (18 plus welcome) to this healthy, social, and low-cost activity and we meet at Draycott Village Hall, being easy to access from the main A371 with loads of free parking. As a friendly and informal mixed group, all we ask is that you turn up in plenty of time to start bowling at 2:00pm on Wednesdays with your soft indoor flat-soled footwear. Basic instructions and loan of bowling woods are free and we hope that after two or three sessions you would like to join us longer term. Please either email bobabbott43@live.co.uk or phone/leave message on 01934 742237 at any reasonable time.

Thursdays: Our popular Coffee Mornings continue to be held from 10:00am in the Village Hall, on the third Thursday of each month and our next Speaker Meeting, entitled ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ will be held at the new venue of Cheddar Community Pavilion, Sharpham Road playing fields at 2:00pm on Thursday 5th May, following the AGM.

Wendy Rider is now offering Reflexology and Indian Head Massage in the heart of Wedmore

Winscombe Village Market Thursdays: Winscombe Village Market every Thursday from 8:30am until 11:30am. Produce available includes Fish, Eggs, Cakes, Savouries, Preserves, Cheese, seasonal fruit & vegetables and much more. There is a Fairtrade stall, Body Shop stall and Craft stalls. Refreshments are available so come for a chat with friends and support the market.

Churches in Churchill, Winscombe and Sandford

“I have 30 years’ experience and specialise in A warm welcome awaits everyone coming to Reflexology,” she says. “This is a deeply relaxing, our Services in May. We will be holding gathered complementary therapy in which gentle pressure services of worship on every Sunday; and weekday is applied to reflex points in the hands or feet. services continue. For full details on locations Its stimulating effect strengthens and balances and service times, please refer to our website: the body’s organs and systems – this, in turn, winsandchurches.org.uk/ encourages the body’s own healing process, bringing about homeostasis and deep relaxation.

“Indian Head Massage is a wonderfully relaxing holistic treatment using acupressure massage on the head, face and shoulders.

New patients are very welcome “I also offer other holistic and beauty treatments,” New patients are very welcome Wendy adds. “Join me in a warm, tranquil, and www.wedmoredental.co.uk reception@wedmoredental.co.uk 01934 713013 friendly atmosphere to discuss your needs. I will New patientsare are very welcome www.wedmoredental.co.uk reception@wedmoredental.co.uk 01934 71301 New patients very welcome New patients are very welcome tailor your treatment accordingly – all you need to New patients very welcome New patients areare very welcome www.wedmoredental.co.uk reception@wedmoredental.co.uk 01934 713013 New patients are very welcome www.wedmoredental.co.uk reception@wedmoredental.co.uk 01934 713013 do is lie back and enjoy, relax, renew, and revive.” www.wedmoredental.co.uk www.wedmoredental.co.uk reception@wedmoredental.co.uk 01934 713013 www.wedmoredental.co.uk reception@wedmoredental.co.uk 01934 713013 New patients are very713013 welcome reception@wedmoredental.co.uk 01934 713013 The majority of treatments www.wedmoredental.co.uk on offer use the 01934 delightful, organic Neals Yard products. To enquire www.wedmoredental.co.uk reception@wedmoredental.co.uk 01934 713013 reception@wedmoredental.co.uk Wedmore Dental Practice about treatments, purchase products, or make an The team behind your smile Wedmore Dental Practice appointment to brighten those cold, dull winter The team behind your smile Wedmore Dental Practice TheThe team yoursmile smile Wedmore Dental Practice Wedmore teambehind behind your days please contact Wendy Rider on 01934Dental Practice Jennifer Morecroft - GDC 112769 The teambehind behind yoursmile smile Jennifer Morecroft Wedmore DentalPractice Practice 713213, 07935 275451 or email wendyrider1@The team The team your behind your smile Principal – B.D.S ( U.BRIST ) MFGDP Jennifer Morecroft gmail.com Jennifer Morecroft The team behind your smile Peter - GDC 55821 - GDC 112769 PeterSedgwick Sedgwick

Wedmore Dental Practice

Wedmore Dental Practice - GDC 112769

Practice Principal – B.D.S ( U.BRIST ) MFGDP

- GDC 112769

- GDCPrincipal 55821 – B.D.S ( U.BRIST ) MFGDP Practice

Practice Principal – B.D.S ((U.BRIST) U.BRIST ) MFGDP Practice Associate – BDS (U.BRIST) DPDS Jennifer - GDC 112769 Practice Associate – Morecroft BDS (U.BRIST) DPDS (U.BRIST)

Jennifer Morecroft - GDC 112769

REFLEXOLOGY & INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE IN WEDMORE

Jennifer Morecroft - GDC 112769

PracticePeter Principal – B.D.S ( U.BRIST ) MFGDP Sedgwick - GDC 55821

Practice Principal – B.D.S ( U.BRIST ) MFGDP

Practice Principal – B.D.S ( U.BRIST ) MFGDP Sally Cantwell - GDC 2213 Practice Associate – BDS (U.BRIST) DPDS (U.BRIST)

Peter Sedgwick Sally Cantwell - GDC 2213- GDC 55821 Dental Hygienist – EDH Jennifer Morecroft - GDC 112769 Peter Sedgwick - GDC 55821

Peter Sedgwick - GDC 55821 Practice Associate – BDS (U.BRIST) DPDS (U.BRIST)

Sally Cantwell - GDC 2213

Dental Hygienist – EDH

Jane Fellows - GDC 3540

Lift your mood with a feeling of wellbeing Or simply come in to be pampered and indulged in luxurious and relaxing surroundings

Dental Hygienist – EDH

Practice Associate – BDS (U.BRIST) DPDS (U.BRIST) Dental Hygienist – EDH - GDC Practice Principal – B.D.S ( U.BRIST ) MFGDP Peter Sedgwick 55821 Cantwell - GDC 2213 PracticeSally Associate – BDS (U.BRIST) DPDS (U.BRIST) Jane Fellows - GDC 3540 Practice Associate – BDS (U.BRIST) DPDS (U.BRIST)

Dental Hygienist –Dental EDH Hygienist – EDH Peter Sedgwick - GDC 55821

Jane Fellows - GDC 3540- GDC 2213 Sally Cantwell

Sally Cantwell - GDC 2213 Practice Associate – BDS (U.BRIST)Sally DPDS (U.BRIST) Cantwell - GDC 2213 Dental Hygienist – EDH Jane Fellows - GDC 3540 Dental EDH Dental Hygienist Hygienist –– EDH

Sally Cantwell - GDC 2213

Dental Hygienist – EDH Dental Hygienist – EDH

Jane Fellows Fellows - GDC 3540 Jane - GDC 3540 Jane Fellows - GDC 3540 Dental Hygienist – EDH Dental Hygienist – EDH Preventative, conventional and advanced cosmetic treatments Dental Hygienist – EDH Dental Hygienist – EDH

Jane Fellows - GDC 3540

Dental Hygienist – EDH

Preventative, conventional and advanced Preventative, conventional and advanced cosmetic treatments Preventative, conventional and advanced cosmetic treatments

cosmetic treatments Preventative, conventional and advanced cosmetic treatments Preventative, conventional and advanced cosmetic treatments

Contact Wendy Rider MAR Tel: 01934 713213 Mob: 07935 275451 email: wendyrider1@gmail.com

Preventative, conventional and advanced cosmetic treatments

Wedmore Dentalconventional Coronation House,and The Borough, Wedmore, Somerset BS28 4EG advanced cosmetic Preventative,Preventative, conventional andPractice, advanced cosmetic treatments

treatments

Wedmore Dental Practice, Coronation House, The Borough, Wedmore, Somerset BS28 4EG

Wedmore Dental Practice, Coronation House, The Borough, Wedmore, Somerset. BS28 4EG

Wedmore Dental Practice, Coronation House, The Borough, Wedmore, Somerset BS28 4EG Wedmore Dental Practice, Coronation House, The Borough, Wedmore, Somerset BS28 4EG

Wedmore Dental Practice, Coronation House, The Borough, Wedmore, Somerset BS28 4EG Wedmore Dental Practice, Coronation House, The Borough, Wedmore, Somerset BS28 4EG

Wedmore Dental Practice, Coronation House, The Borough, Wedmore, Somerset BS28 4EG

22 | www.localreach.co.uk

Wedmore Dental Practice, Coronation House, The Borough, Wedmore, Somerset BS28 4EG

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

Carrot Sweet Potato and Feta Fritters A tasty snack or a light vegetarian meal

RECIPE

200g feta, crumbled 6 tbsp wholemeal flour 25g fresh coriander, chopped 2 tbsp cumin seeds 300ml vegetable oil Green salad, lime wedges and yogurt to serve Method: Peel and grate the carrots, potatoes, onion, and sweet potatoes. Place them into a colander or a large sieve over the sink with a big pinch of salt, and leave to drain for 30 minutes.

Take a large bowl and in it combine the eggs, feta cheese, flour, coriander, and cumin seeds. Beat with a fork until well mixed.

Preparation time: 30 minutes, plus draining time Serves: 4 Ingredients: 800g carrots 2 large potatoes 1 large onion 600g sweet potatoes 5 medium free-range eggs

Now only

£895

*

for a fully fitted electric garage door.

Squeeze as much liquid from the grated veg as you can, pressing down hard into the colander or sieve for 1-2 minutes, then add the grated veg to the egg mixture. Stir to combine well and season generously.

Heat the oven to 150C/fan130C/gas 2.

Heat the oil in a wok or deep saucepan to 180°C, or until a cube of bread sizzles. Put dollops of the mix into a slotted spoon and lower into the hot oil. Cook 2-3 at a time: fry for 1-2 minutes, then turn the fritters over and repeat until golden. Put on a plate and keep warm in an oven set to low.

Garolla garage doors are expertly made to measure in our own UK factories, they’re strong and solidly built. The electric Garolla door rolls up vertically, taking up only 8 inches inside your garage, maximising valuable space. Our experienced installers will fit your new door and they’ll take away the old one too, so there’s no mess.

Give us a call today and we’ll come and measure up FREE of charge.

WAS £1,354 INCLUDING VAT.

CALL US TODAY ON:

01934 660 140 MOBILE:

07537 149 128 *Offer valid for openings up to 2.6m wide & including 2 remote controls, 55mm white slats, internal manual override.

www.localreach.co.uk | 23

COMMUNITY

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

The Churchill and Langford Community minibus The Churchill and Langford Community minibus current schedule of trips and contact details can be found at www.churchillpc.org.uk/Minibus_ Society_36635.aspx

Winscombe’s U15 Girls Rugby Team After a sensational National Cup run it was narrow defeat in the Semi Final for Winscombe’s U15 girls rugby team last weekend up in Surrey. Following a very tough regional group, the girls secured hard fought victories away at Havant and Kingsbridge before reaching the coveted semi-final.

However, a last minute intercepted try against Old Reigations proved the difference as they fell heartbreakingly short of that National final. An amazing achievement regardless, one of the top 4 sides in the country and an incredible squad of girls.

Director of Girls Rugby, Gareth Waterfield said ‘’We are hugely proud of our girls section here at Winscombe rugby club. All three age groups are flourishing with over 120 girls playing every week, our U13’s squad

Welcome to Caromba Jewellers Caromba Jewellers specialise in custom design and jewellery manufacture in silver, gold and platinum using only ethically sourced materials.

Frank Caromba has been making jewellery for over 20 years and finds inspiration in the people and places around him. Priding himself in creating bespoke pieces that accommodate your personal style and affordability… ”Jewellery is more of an experience rather than an ornamental item.”

Caromba Jewellers look forward to welcoming you to their Winscombe studio for a personalised jewellery experience. For more details call: 01934 843943

Jewellery Design & Manufacture Remodelling of Jewellery Jewellery & Watch Repairs Pre-owned Jewellery Purchases In-house Workshop

01934 843943

e: frank@carombajewellers.com w: carombajewellers.com 14 Woodborough Rd, Winscome. BS25 1AD

24 | www.localreach.co.uk

is the future of the club and just looks amazing, the U18’s became South West champions and the U15’s really flew the flag at a national level this season. The girls game clearly continues to go from strength to strength here at Winscombe’’ he went on to say ‘’The ethos of the club is very much ‘friendship through rugby’, we play friendlies, development festivals aswell as competitive cup rugby, so it’s very much rugby for everyone at all levels, particularly those that are new to the game. Next season, the girls game expands to cover 4 age groups introducing an U12’s, so if anyone is interested in having a go, at any age group, but particularly U12’s, please contact me directly at gareth.waterfield1980@hotmail.com, come along and join in the fun’’

The Mendip Society The Mendip Society has some events in the planning process, so please refer to our website for full details. www.themendipsociety.org.uk/walks www.themendipsociety.org.uk/events

Burnham & Highbridge Band - Players Wanted Having lost a few players in the difficult past 2 years, we would now welcome new members, particularly a euphonium, front row cornets and a solo trombone. We also have a drum kit waiting for any percussionists out there! We practise weekly on Wednesday evenings so if you’d like to play in a friendly, non-contesting band please email Jim on: band@burnhamandhighbridge.band or phone our Secretary, Barry, on: 01934 239154 for more details.

Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations Tickets are now on sale for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations being organised by a volunteer group in Compton Bishop and Cross. The big celebration on Saturday June 4 starts with the loyal toast proposed by Somerset Deputy Lieutenant Brigadier Tom Lang, who lives nearby, after which there will be a picnic and children’s games and entertainment. Call 01934 732956 for tickets (£12 adult, children under five free).

Celebrating the Platinum Jubilee in Winscombe and Sandford Are you ready to party!! As we approach the time of national celebrations for this unique anniversary marking 70 years as our Queen, it is time to think about our local celebrations. In Winscombe and Sandford, there will be a Bunting Bonanza - we hope to see every home suitably decorated with Bunting, a flag or a front door decoration. And one you have

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

planned the decorations, why not get together with your neighbours for a Big Lunch on Sunday 5th June: www.edenprojectcommunities.com/thebig-lunch/charities

Cheddar Vale Lions Club (Cio) - Lions Go For Gold!

Cheddar Vale Lions Club celebrated 50 years of serving the community with a Golden Charter Anniversary Dinner at the Isle of Wedmore Golf Club on Saturday 5th March.

We have been building up a stock of repurposed items and if any families are struggling to provide laptops to their children for schoolwork at home, please get in touch. On 30th April, we are holding a Spring Fair in the Village Hall which will be over the Cheddar Arts Festival Weekend.

Planning is well underway with organising our usual annual events, such as the ever-popular Duck Race which will take place on Saturday 4 June, a “Jubilee Duck Race”, complete with new ducks that have been sponsored by Hansons. Finally, we have a fantastic new event which will be held at Petruth Paddocks on 20 May, a Country Festival. Planning of this is well underway and details will be released very soon. If you are interested in volunteering to

LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z

help the community, please do contact us. All we ask is for members to give us their time as and when they can. We are a welcoming group and hold social get togethers, so it’s not all work, we also get to play! Contact details: information@ cheddarvalelions.org.uk – 0345 833 7402 or via our website: www.cheddarvalelions.org.uk

Wedmore Good Neighbours – How Can We Help You? The Wedmore Good Neighbours Group is now relatively well established and supporting a steady stream of people in the local community with a wide variety of “neighbourly” requests. As you might expect most calls continue to be from people needing transport for medical appointment or visiting a vaccination centre. Our volunteers are available to help in a number of ways. Maybe you need some light work doing in the garden? Or someone to do a few days dog walking if you are unwell? Volunteers can also help with writing letters and filling forms, including assisting with simple tasks that need completing online. Whatever your request please call 01934 806299 and leave a message - a volunteer will reply within 24 hours. www.whawb.co.uk/gns/

OF THE MO

nds for

Only

max 5ft Local Business A – Zdrop Ove OFFER OF THE MONTH e 3 Vertical Blinds for Only £195 £179 Up to 6ft wide, max 5ft drop 20 years CHEDDAR AERIALS Other sizes available BLINDS

AERIAL & SATELLITE SERVICES

Over

in the trade

Please call DAVID FORD on either TEL: 01934 742444 MOBILE: 07740 946385

01934 268346 ANTIQUES & VINTAGE

Experience affordable elegance with FREE Fitting & up to 60% OFF VERTICAL • ROLLER • VENETIAN • ROMAN PLEATED • CONSERVATORY SPECIALIST

Call Colin for your free quote & fast local service

Somerset 01934 312170

www.localreach.co.uk | 25

LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z BUSINESS ADVISERS

TREVOR WARD MSc (Computing) MBA (Finance) FCMA BUSINESS ADVISER

For advice on business planning, finance and systems Tel:

01934 265402

Email: trevorward704@gmail.com

When replying to adverts please say you saw it in LocalReach BROADBAND

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171 CARPET AND UPHOLSTERY CLEANING

Aastra Clean “We have been using Aastra Clean as our supplier for over 30 years. Very impressed with all aspects of the service.”

S Jones Housekeeping Exec Bristol Marriott Hotel

Carpets • Upholstery • Curtains on site Spot & Stain treatments Tel: 01278 752776 liz.rogers@aastraclean.co.uk

Domestic & Commercial

Call 01278 781112 07484 293445 All your security, CCTV, wifi and networking needs anthony@moorebroadband.com BUILDERS

CHIMNEY SWEEPS

Chimney Sweep & Stove Installation • Power sweeping • Birds nest removal • CCTV inspections • Stove servicing • Fully insured

07790 958616

WOULD YOU LIKE MORE BUSINESS IN 2022?

LocalReach is delivered every month by ROYAL Mail to 83,483 homes & businesses.

You can advertise in LocalReach Community Magazines from only £3+vat per week!

• 100% Guaranteed delivery by ROYAL MAIL. • 95% Of our advertisers rebook monthly.

• 30% Of our pages given to the community free of charge.

Call us now on 01934 312171 or visit www.localreach.co.uk

COMMUNITY MAGAZINES

26 | www.localreach.co.uk

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z

01278 555074

CURTAINS

DOMESTIC APPLIANCE REPAIRS AND SALES

Curtains, Cushions & Roman Blinds

Domestic Appliance Sales and Repairs

Made to measure with your fabric

Style and Colour Advice • Free Measuring Service Alteration/Remodel of Existing Curtains Clothes Alterations • 20 Years Experience

Rebecca Joce: 07843

055627 / 01934 843 807

www.curtainsinsomerset.me.uk

4 Fair Hill, Shipham BS25 1TH

01934 517657 Freestanding and integrated appliance specialists Local family business established 36 years All work insured and guaranteed

Browns Domestic Appliances Ltd When replying to adverts please say you saw it in LocalReach

www.brownsdomestics.co.uk DOORS

DIY Cheddars First & Finest DIY store

W.C Maunders

01934 742590 www.wcmaunders.co.uk 34 Barrows Road, Cheddar, BS27 3AY

DOMESTIC REPAIRS

When replying to adverts please say you saw it in LocalReach ELECTRICIANS

Please get in touch for a quote!

07957 322731 Electric vehicle charge points | Battery Energy Storage systems Consumer unit (fuse board) changes Full/Partial Rewires | Outside Sockets/Lights Electrical installation testing | Smart Home Systems Offering high-quality electrical services to homes and businesses across the area, we pride ourselves on our outstanding work ethic and our friendly, reliable service.

jon@jpelectrical-sw.co.uk | jpelectrical-sw.co.uk

AC RN

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS Domestic, Commercial, Industrial & Agricultural 07917 674554 leeflynn@live.com

www.localreach.co.uk | 27

LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

ELECTRICIANS CONTINUED

GARAGE SERVICES CONTINUED

07398 926323

MOT’s, Diagnostics, Servicing, Repairs RSWAUTOCARE@GMAIL.COM Winscombe | BS25 1JF

When replying to adverts please say you saw it in LocalReach GARDEN MAINTENANCE AND SERVICES

ATL Garden Maintenance

01934 886699

atlgardenmaintenance@outlook.com

FOOT CARE

TOE NAIL CUTTING SERVICE Contact Tracy SAC Dip F.H.P T: 01749

938712

M: 07787932416

FROM

£25

GARAGE DOOR REPAIRS

Faulty garage door?

Experienced repair and service engineer

15% discount on repairs and servicing quoting this ad

Emergency call outs available with no call out Fee Free repair quotes Discounts for OAP/ Low income Main brands of doors (Hormann, Henderson, Garador, Novoferm - all other garage door brands covered)

15% discount on repairs and servicing quoting this ad

15% discount on repairs and servicing quoting this ad

15% discount on repairs and servicing quoting this ad

07762 614135 Grounds 2 Gardens

Professional Grounds Maintenance RHS and NPTC Certified

• Grass Cutting • Hedge Trimming/reductions • Garden cut backs/Tidy ups • Turfing and Rotovating • Licenced Weed Sprayer • Stump Grinding/Removal • Garden Clearance • Borders Created and Bark Laid

15% discount on repairs and servicing quoting this ad 15% discount on repairs and servicing quoting ad Tel Robert: 07896930970 or 01934 842534 15% discount on repairs and servicing quoting this ad this 15% di email: grounds2gardens@yahoo.co.uk

07566 200625 / 07494 067215 Lukejacobs@thegaragedoorguy.co.uk www.thegaragedoorguy.co.uk

GARAGE SERVICES

J AUTOS SERVICES LTD • MOTs • Servicing • Air con Re gas • Diagnostics Services • Tyres

Call Jason 01934 713 249 or 07540 872 737 28 | www.localreach.co.uk

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171 GARDEN MAINTENANCE AND SERVICES CONT.

Weeding | Sowing Planning and Planting Helen Prince - Gardener helenlprince@gmail.com

01934 733477 / 07485 628258

Landscapes West

LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z HEALTH AND BEAUTY

DETOX AND FEEL AMAZING WITH COLON HYDROTHERAPY

10% OFF first consultation and initial treatment using code HYDRO10*

Weight-loss aid | Improve digestion | Improve complexion Strengthen immune system | Rids bloating | Improves allergies Helps with chronic fatigue | And more…

07914 636958

purehydro@hotmail.com | www.purehydro.net * see website for terms and conditions

LOFT BOARDING

Our team of landscapers can provide all aspects of landscaping services for any type and size of project LLLL BLBBBBBB SLSLS WWWL Need more this Christmas?

Make usestorage of yourspace loft and create more

Landscapes & design • Patios & fencing • Block paving • Building work Grass cutting • Gravelling • Paving • Turfing • Tree work • Digger hire Digger and driver available • Driveways & patios cleaned Drives tarmacked • Garden clearance

Whatever your landscaping needs, contact us for a free quote

T: 01934 732873 • M: 07557 041472 E: landscapeswest@outlook.com

Luke’s

Tree Care, Hedge Care & General Building

Clearing | Rotavating | Trees felled, Removed & Lopped Stump Removal | Hedge Trimming & Tree Pruning Turfing | Fencing | General Building and more…

NO JOB TOO LARGE OR TOO SMALL! LOW COSTS PLUS FREE ESTIMATES & ADVICE

01934 265395

luke100785@yahoo.com

Total Garden Solutions

We are still operating through Covid-19, taking all necessary precautions to keep our clients safe

Make use of your space loft and in create space in your home yourmore home

Loft Ladders Raised Loft Storage ✓ Loft Ladders ✓ Raised Loft Storage Loft Lighting Insulation ✓ Loft Loft Lighting ✓ Insulation storage solutions for period and new build homes that don’t void your warranty, with the bonus of keeping your belongings

safefor andperiod secure. and new build homes Loft storage solutions that don’t void your 0 1 3warranty, 7 3 8 1 with 3 4 the 3 8 bonus of keeping w.loftboardingsouthwest.co.uk yourw wbelongings safe and secure.

01934 265361

www.loftboardingsouthwest.co.uk

LLLL B When replying to adverts please say you saw it in LocalReach

PAINTERS & DECORATORS

Chapple Interiors Professional Interior & Exterior Decorating Service Over 25 years experience • Approved member of ‘ICI Dulux Select’ • ‘Trust Mark’ approved tradesmen Wallpaper hanging specialists • Domestic, Commercial and Insurance work • Competitive free quotes Call: 01278 785678 or 07736 321416 Chapple04@hotmail.com www.chappleinteriors.co.uk

Need more

Call Lee for a FREE quotation now

01934 265423 / 07925 888606

www.localreach.co.uk | 29

LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171

PLUMBING & HEATING

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

Installations Servicing Repairs Boilers Cylinders | Radiators Underfloor Heating General Plumbing Qualified Plumbing and Heating Service with over 22 years’ experience in the industry.

Professional and friendly company who takes pride in their work.

If you are looking for high-quality plumbing and heating services then please get in touch:

07432 105488

solutiononeheating@hotmail.com

Winscombe ––––– PROPERTY––––– M ain

tena n c e

24 HOUR EMERGENCY CALL OUT* *Subject to availability Kitchens, bathrooms and ~ ~ shower room installations ~ All work guaranteed ~ ~ Over 45 years experience ~ ~ References available ~ ~ Resident in Winscombe for over 35 years ~ ~ Fully insured ~

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Tim Laws on 01934 843915 / 07821 608901

Property Maintenance Fencing • Plumbing & heating House clearance • Guttering General building No job too big or small FREE No Obligation Quote call Stuart

07894 323115

Mike Blackmore & Son Independent Local Plumber

SMALL WORKS SPECIALIST • • • •

Leaking & Replacement Taps Toilets not Flushing Ball-Valves Washing Machines & Sanitary Ware Installed • Drains, Toilets & Sinks Unblocked

Tel: 01934

824888

30 | www.localreach.co.uk

NO VAT

RIW PROPERTY SERVICES • General Maintenance • Decorating • Patios/Landscaping • Kitchens & Bathrooms

07811 206743

RIWpropertyservices@hotmail.com

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171 PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CONTINUED

LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z STOVES CONTINUED

WOODBURNING STOVES REMOVALS

• Wood burning stoves • Chimneys • Fireplaces • Fully Insured CALL KEITH 07860 449484 ka-plumbing@btconnect.com

SEWING

Qualified Seamstress

For all alterations including Special Occasion wear call…

Judie 07929 554473 | Compton Bishop

When replying to adverts please say you saw it in LocalReach TREE SURGEONS

SKIP HIRE

Providing a waste recycling service Fully licensed & compliant

H OAK ILL

Commercial & Domestic

01749 678279 / 07721 415677

email@cheddarskips.plus.com www.cheddarandwellsskips.co.uk

When replying to adverts please say you saw it in LocalReach

TREE SURGEONS & GROUNDS CARE

• All aspects of tree/hedge work • Stump grinding • Specialist work undertaken including fruit trees & bamboo removal • Suppliers of wood chip, wood mulch & logs Full site clearance Fully qualified & insured Free quote • 24 Hour call out

01934 265381

TV AERIALS

Weston Aerials

Russell Chilcott (Family Business Est 1959)

DIGITAL TV AERIAL & FREESTAT INSTALLATIONS TV MOUNTING, RETUNES & SETUP

07721 511 314 • 01934 622 143 6 The Crescent, Worlebury Hill, WSM. BS22 9SR

STOVES

WEB DESIGN

Multi Fuel Stoves Supplied & Fitted from £1250 ECOSY Purefire Curve 5kw A+ Energy Rated

Prices exclude any additional building works

Call Dave on

07790 958616 5 Year Guarantee

NEED A WEBSITE OR YOUR OLD WEBSITE MADE OVER? Call us now on 01934 312171 or email hello@localreach.co.uk www.localreach.co.uk COMMUNITY MAGAZINES

www.localreach.co.uk | 31

For a free valuation of your property, please call on 01934 742966 / 01934 710222 to have an up to date market appraisal. www.laurelandwylde.co.uk 2c Bath Street, Cheddar, BS27 3AA The Borough, Wedmore BS28 4EB