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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 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.
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
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. Tips for successful pairing: Don’t plant the climber too close to the base of the host or they will be competing for the same water and nutrients. Counterintuitively plant the climber on the shadier side of the host. That way the climber will be forced to c=grow towards the light. If you plant the climber in a large plastic pot with the bottom cut out, it helps contain the plant and reduces competition. Happy Gardening, By Rachael Leverton
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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. 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
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Late spring is the time when car boot sales pop up all over the country. There is something very British about wandering through a field full of cars, poking around in cardboard boxes of other people’s belongings hunting for treasure. We probably all harbour a secret fantasy
If you are going to sell at a car boot sale you need to be prepared. Decide whether you want to clear your clutter or make money: you can’t always do both. Remember no matter how cheaply you price your goods, people will haggle. You could have a ‘Rembrandt’ on sale for a pound and someone would offer you fifty pence. Price labels are useful. Block price some items such as “all books fifty pence, three for a pound”. Clearly mark anything not included in the block pricing system. Take lots of change with you, plenty of carrier bags and some old newspapers with which to wrap fragile items. Going in with a friend is a good idea, both for the company and also to help out when either of you need to nip to the loo, or want to browse other stalls. Make sure you pack your table in the car last, so it’s the first item to come out and not buried under everything else. Be warned; on arrival at the sale ground you may be mobbed by a canny crowd of experienced ‘booters’ hunting for bargains. These folk tend to be dealers and they can be intimidating. They are after cheap buys to resell. Consider waiting in your car for a while to give them time to disappear before you unpack.
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This is a thought-provoking and enlightening exploration of spirituality and perception. The text functions as a guide to self-improvement, with a mixture of autobiographical elements and snippets of universal wisdom. The speaker provides accessible solutions to life’s difficulties, and an outlook of optimism applicable to any circumstance. The illustrations and graphics are thoughtfully chosen, and the interactive textual elements give this work an originality that sets it apart. The speaker’s own experiences and conclusions are at the heart of this fiction, and the first person narrative voice creates a sense of proximity between author and reader. The text describes itself as ‘a journey to the heart’, and this truthful discovery of the self is reflected in the speaker’s revelation of his whole self through the text.
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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.
Community: Libraries are great community centres. They hold parent and toddler groups, knitting groups, senior citizen coffee mornings and local councillor surgeries. Have a look at what your local library does and meet new people or learn new skills The Internet: Most libraries provide free internet access for members, although you may need to book in advance. This gives you the chance to shop, email, work or just mooch about on social networks if you don’t have the internet at home. Education: Libraries are brilliant for academic research. They have everything you need in one place. And if your local library doesn’t have what you need, they can order it in for you. Increasingly, your library membership gives you free access to thousands of online articles and journals too. Finally The books! Books are expensive. At a library you have access to your favourite author’s complete works at no cost! It’s also a great way to try before you buy! By Tracey Anderson
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Coxley WI Tuesday 3rd May: Coxley WI are now meeting again on First Tuesday of each month. This, once more is at Coxley Memorial Hall at 7:00pm. Plenty of parking is available and all old members and new visitors are most welcome. Refreshments of course are provided ….in addition we have several sub groups ….walking, craft, book club, lunch club for those interested. Our speaker for 3rd May is Ann Plenty talking about Wells and Somerset YMCA. For the competition members and visitors are encouraged to bring: “A childhood photo”. It will also be our AGM.
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 cake.
All Levels Yoga Classes in Glastonbury Tuesday: Assembly Rooms, High St, Glastonbury BA69DU. 6:30pm - 7:30pm Yoga & then 7:45pm 8:15pm for a lovely, deeply relaxing guided meditation.
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Wells Board Game Group Wednesday 4th and 18th May: 7:00pm - 9:30pm, The Quarter Jack - JD Wetherspoon, Wells. Come and join us for some fun and games. For further information check out our facebook page www.facebook.com/WellsBoardGameGroup/
Read and Rhyme is back at Wells Library! Thursday 5th and 19th May: Join us from 10:15am. These FREE OF CHARGE activities are aimed at children under 5 years. Please note that children must be accompanied by an adult. Spaces are limited. Please book a place by emailing wlslib@somerset.gov.uk
Author Talk at Wells Library Friday 6th May: Author Talk – G F Morton, at Wells Library, 11:30am Lockdown or Blitz – which was worse? What is your story? With the question, “What is your story?” Maureen Armstrong will
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talk about the novel Bombweed, and the life of her mother, Margaret Smith, who wrote the original story in 1947. Set largely in Portsmouth and in Chippenham, Margaret’s wartime experiences, and those of her friends and family, are the framework for the plot. Written so soon after the real events, they provide a vivid picture of life on the home front. Maureen will look at how family life in World War Two had similarities with, but also great differences from, our recent experiences of Lockdown. She hopes to encourage people to write their own stories. www. gfmorton.com Please book your place at wlslib@somerset.gov.uk
The 821st Wells May Charter Fair Saturday 7th May: Wells Market Place. With the popular Civic Opening and Blessing of the Fair at 11:00am. The fair is also open on the Friday 6th May. Organised by Wells City Council and operated by Shaun Rogers for James Rogers and Sons
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
Wells Floral Art Club Tuesday 10th May: The club will meet on Tuesday 10th May at 2:15 pm for a demonstration by Kathryn Delve entitled Waste not Want Not. Kathryn, a florist from Yatton spent lock down training to be an area demonstrator and in the autumn of last year passed the rigorous test. Meetings are held at St Thomas Church Hall, Wells. Guests and new members are welcome.
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Mother of the Bride…or Groom Your child’s wedding is a truly special occasion, a day that you want to remember forever; a day you want to look your best. So how do you choose the perfect outfit? Colour: You are going to be in a lot of photos so find out what colour the bridesmaids dresses are and try to choose an outfit in a complimentary colour. Most people believe that the mother of the bride or groom should not wear white or ivory, because it competes with the bride. Black can look very elegant, though some people feel it’s not appropriate for a wedding. The colour you do choose should flatter your skin tone. Style: Choose a style that flatters but is also comfortable. Most wedding celebrations are now lengthy affairs, so you don’t want to wear something that’s too constricting, or that you are constantly fiddling with. If an off the peg outfit does not fit perfectly, get it altered. You will not regret spending the money. Consider the weather and choose an appropriate weight fabric. Avoid materials like linen that crease easily as this will look unsightly on photographs. Outfits that include jackets can give two distinct looks: a more formal look for the ceremony, then once you remove it, a more celebratory look for the party. If in doubt, elegant and sophisticated is never out of style.
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Study for Success Get the results you want with our top tips year’s exams have been handled certain truths about revision hold true, no matter the circumstances. Preparation is the key to revising effectively. Make sure you know what type of exams you will have – short questions, multiple-choice or essays – and what topics they will cover. Organise your course notes and textbooks so that everything is easy to find. Work out how much time you have for each subject and don’t avoid the ones that you find particularly difficult – or easy.
It’s been a weird couple of years when it comes to studying and exams. The 2022 cohort have had it tough, yet they will still be expected to sit external examinations in this gradual return to the ‘new normal’. It’s all a bit of a mish mash of assessments and examinations, and queries over what will be in the papers and whether students will have covered enough. Whatever the variety of opinions of how this
Make a timetable, but don’t spend so long making it look beautiful that you’re behind before you start! Remember to include your other commitments and try to maintain your normal routine of mealtimes, exercise and so on. Think about the time of day that you work best – some people are night owls while others get more done in the early morning. Plan a ten-minute break in every hour and don’t work for more than three hours at a time. Now divide the topics you need to learn into manageable chunks. To help memorise information, make notes and put as much as you can into your own words. Summarise key points and write them on index cards or sticky notes that you can put around the house. You may find that making a spider diagram or mind map is helpful.
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Get hold of as many old exam papers and example questions as you can. Familiarise yourself with the way questions are worded and make sure you understand exactly what they are asking you to do. Prepare draft answers to questions that come up frequently. When the exam gets close, complete a paper within the time limit to get an idea of how quickly you need to work. To keep motivated, reward yourself with a weekly treat such as a trip to the cinema or a favourite meal. But if it’s not going so well, don’t give up! Adjust your timetable and focus on the areas you find most difficult, or common questions. Keep thinking about what a good grade will bring – a university place or that dream job. The night before the exam, have a quick look through your notes, but don’t cram. Get an early night so you wake up refreshed and ready to go. Good luck!
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RNLI Winscombe & District Branch Plant & Garden Jumble Sale Saturday 14th May: RNLI Winscombe & District Branch will hold their Plant & Garden Jumble Sale” from 10:00am to 12:00 noon on Saturday 14th May on Studley’s Forecourt in Winscombe opposite the Coop Supermarket. Stalls will include a full range of Greenhouse Plants; Runner and French Beans and Courgettes; Bedding Plants and Garden Fillers; Acers & Shrubs; Garden Jumble including patio items and tubs; Garden & Domestic tools; and Guest Stalls plus a few new ideas all at “Give-Away” prices. Contact Allan Cooper by e-mail allan.coop@ tiscali.co.uk or tel 01934-842954 or Tina Joyce by e-mail meejlfh@gmail.com or tel 01934-842304 for more details. Branch members will collect any items donated for this sale ahead of the date.
Henton and District Gardening Club Wednesday 18th May: We welcome back James Cross, Head Gardener at the Bishop’s Palace, on Wednesday 18th May with his talk The Bishop’s Palace – Past, Present and Future. So come and see what plans he has for the garden much enjoyed by visitors and locals alike. We meet at Henton Village Hall (B3139) on the third Wednesday of the month at 7:30pm. A warm welcome, raffle and refreshments await you.
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aglow as hundreds of women take on the 5km walk to remember loved ones and to help raise vital funds for the Hospice at Home service. Women aged 14+ are invited to sign up and take on the challenge of this fun midnight walk. The theme this year is ‘Get Glowing in Neon’ and everyone who signs up will receive a free Midnight Walk t-shirt. Search ‘Midnight Walk’ at dorothyhouse.co.uk to sign up now!
The Chorus of Disapproval Summer Concert Saturday 11th June: The Chorus of Disapproval, one of Wells’ friendliest community choirs, will be celebrating their 10th anniversary with their first summer concert since 2019. The choir was founded in 2012 by Andrew Brooke and Verity Stoffell, both teachers at Huish Episcopi Academy. With over 100 members it claims to be the largest community choir in the Wells area. Members don’t have to read music or to have even sung before and the wide-ranging repertoire includes pieces in all styles, from classical to pop, folk to soul. The concert takes place on Saturday 11th June in the Bishop’s Barn in Wells. Tickets will be available on the door. All welcome. For further details please see www. facebook.com/chorusofdisapproval or email the chorusofdisapprovalwells@gmail.com
Further information on future talks, visits and events can be found on our website – hentongardenclub. weebly.com. Also on Facebook.
Somerset Choral Society Spring Concert Saturday 21st May: Somerset Choral Society will present their Spring Concert in St Cuthbert’s Church, Wells on Saturday 21st May at 7:30pm. The programme will be “The Rutter Requiem” featuring Soprano Maria Danishvar and “Stanford – Songs of the Fleet” featuring Baritone Matthew Tilley plus the Brandon Hill Chamber Orchestra all conducted by their Musical Director Daniel Cushing. Tickets costing £20, £15 & £12 (Under 18 £7) can be obtained on line from the Society website www. somersetchoralsociety.com. The performance of the Rutter Requiem will be dedicated to the people of Ukraine with a retiring collection in aid of the Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal. More information may be obtained from the Society website.”
Dorothy House Women’s Midnight Walk Saturday 11th June: On the night of Saturday the 11th June, the Dorothy House Women’s Midnight Walk is taking place in Bath. The streets will be
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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
Henton Village Fete - Save the Date Saturday 2nd July: 2:00pm. In this special Platinum Jubilee year, we welcome the return of our village fete, following an absence of two years. The fete has been held for many years and represents all that is best about community life in the Somerset countryside. As always, the fete will offer a fun day for all the family, with stalls, children’s activities, a dog show, band, raffle with exciting prizes, food, drink and much more. So save the date and come along.
Tortoise and Hare Run - 11th annual event organised by Wells Classic Motorcycle Club Friday 15th until Sunday 17th July: This event is for motorcycles & scooters of all ages. Onsite camping etc available for pre-booked entrants. Entries are limited, please book early. Optional Saturday Rideout through some of our outstanding countryside. Tortoise & Hare routes are Point marshalled & signed. “The Hare Run”: Approx 120 miles. For Machines over 250cc to year 2010. PLUS a limited number of Modern Machines. “The Tortoise Run”: Approx 80 miles. For Machines of Unlimited Capacity up to year 1975. Small Capacity Machines including Scooters up to 250cc to year 1995. PLUS a limited number of Modern Machines. “The Snail Route”: Approx 50 miles. For Veterans and very Low Powered Machines. Why not sign up as a Marshal? Signing on, breakfast and drinks at Wells Football Club from 7:30am to 9:15am. The runs departing from the Football Club will be flagged off by the Mayor at 10:00am. En-route coffee stop at Castle Cary Rugby Club, returning to Wells Football Club for the lunch stop, followed by a 2nd run in the afternoon finishing at the Football Club for tea/cake presentations etc To include “Best Attended Club“ (entries to be received before closing date). Licensed Bar / Food ( pre-order on entry form), Raffle, Camping. etc. Entry Fee: £11 Solo rider, £14 with pillion, (including coffee/tea stop vouchers, brochure). On the day entry fee: £15 Solo rider, (29 with pillion, (includes coffee/tea stop vouchers, brochure). All fees to be paid with entry form. Closing date for entry in the brochure is 1-7-2022.
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Download entry form and further details at www.wellsclassicmotorcycleclub.weebly.com E-mail enquiries to: tandhwcmc@hotmail.co.uk Or send a SAE to WCMC c/o C.Weeks. 5 Hooper Avenue. Wells. Somerset. BA5 3NA. A donation from the proceeds will be made to Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance and The Blood Bikes.
We have welcomed several new members in the last two months but if any ladies would like to join us we meet at Wookey Hole Community Hall on the 1st Monday of the month at 2:30pm. An ideal time for those who prefer not to go out in the evenings. A speaker, a good natter and tea and cake guaranteed
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Mondays: Wookey Hole W.I. ladies have shown great enthusiasm with their preparation for the Jubilee celebrations. It was suggested that all W.I.’s in Somerset make a card to be sent to the Queen and a banner to be displayed at W.I. events inclubing the Bath and West Show. Our card has been sent to our headquaters and we got rather carried away with pennant making. We sent in a banner with beautifully decorated pennants and had enough left over to make three banners for our own Jubilee Party in June. As there is a call for trees to be planted during this year our W.I. have bought five trees to be planted on our behalf by the National Trust.
Wednesdays: Come alone or bring a friend! Learn a new skill.Have some fun! Dinder Village Hall, BA5 3PF 7:30pm - 9:30pm, Wednesday evenings . www.wellsfdc.co.uk for details or telephone 01749 674920.
Try Shared Reading in Wells Library Fridays: Shared Reading groups bring people together through great literature to talk, laugh and share. Just drop in and enjoy listening to a story or poem – no pressure to talk or read. Every Friday 2:00pm – 3:30pm at Wells Library, wlslib@somerset. gov.uk. Get in touch with info@thereader.org.uk or call 0151 729 2200 for more information.
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Another chance to apply for the new Somerset Food Resilience Grant! A new Food Resilience grant fund is being provided to help Somerset communities that support or directly work to develop food resilience. Any community group, charity, organisation, and agency in Somerset can apply for a maximum of £2,000. The deadline for applications has been extended to the 31st May 2022 - or when the fund runs out. The grant is funded by Somerset County Council and provided by Smart Communities Ltd. During the Covid-19 pandemic, food security became a huge focus for communities across the nation. Communities in Somerset came together to help support individuals, families, homeless people and anyone isolated to make sure that everyone in need had access to food through deliveries, collection points, and storage solutions. Often these needs have always in our communities but were unseen by the wider community. Now those groups are being offered additional funding to help continue to tackle those needs and continue the wonderful work undertaken over the last two years. For more information, full guidelines and application details visit: smartcommunities.online/new-foodresilience-grant-fund/
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Pe t s 4 Ho l i d ay s Qualified Vet Nurse.
Available to Dog walk, Dog mind and look after your pets. Dogs walk individually around my 12 acre holding. Happy to collect and drop back to your home
Phone Nicky: 01749 677722 / 07875 957023
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Carpets • Rugs • Vinyl • Wood Skirtings replaced • Stock rolls • Remnants • Ranges from leading manufacturers • Competitively priced • Fully qualified, reliable fitting team and floor repairs service Large showroom in Market Street, BA5 2DS
FREE ESTIMATES
01749 67 65 65 (Opposite The Pound Shop)
www.wellscityfloors.co.uk
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FOOT CARE Chiropody and Podiatry Services Chiropody and Podiatry Services • HCPC registered
• Nail cutting & thinning HCPC registered • Nail cutting and thinning • Hard skin & corn removal Hard skinchecks and corn removal • Foot health checks • Foot health • Home visit service Home visit service • Fully insured • Fully insured
Comfy Feet
DOORS
Fully state registered and qualified to use the title chiropodist Email: comfyfeet10@gmail.com and podiatrist - meaning trained to the highest level
Call Jane: 07916 401325
Call Jane: 07916 401325 E: comfyfeet10@gmail.com
Thea Mirfin DipFH. MCFHP. MAFHP.
Foot Health Professional
Corn and callus removal | Fungal nail treatment | Nail trimming Thick nail reduction | Cracked heal treatment | Diabetes foot check Ingrown nail removal | And much more!
07849 033055
TOE NAIL CUTTING SERVICE Contact Tracy SAC Dip F.H.P T: 01749
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LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z
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GARDEN MAINTENANCE AND SERVICES CONT.
SOLID FUEL INSTALLATIONS LTD Wood Burning Stove Fireplaces Chimneys Fully insured Qualified installers
01749 677440
07921 074602
solidfuel3@aol.com
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www.solidfuelinstallationsltd.co.uk GARDEN MAINTENANCE AND SERVICES
LOFT BOARDING
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01749 600384
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Tree Care, Hedge Care & General Building
Clearing | Rotavating | Trees felled, Removed & Lopped Stump Removal | Hedge Trimming & Tree Pruning Turfing | Fencing | General Building and more…
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LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z
TO ADVERTISE CALL 01749 600388
PLUMBING AND HEATING
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CONTINUED
LOCAL HOME CARE GUTTER CLEANING SERVICES
EPDM flat roofs and repairs
Installations Servicing Repairs
Supply, fit and repair Fascias, Soffits and Guttering
Boilers Cylinders | Radiators Underfloor Heating General Plumbing
Drives, Paths, Gutters and Patios cleaned
Qualified Plumbing and Heating Service with over 22 years’ experience in the industry.
UPVC Fascias, Frames and Conservatories
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
All types of Re-Roofs Call Geoff for your FREE estimate
01749 605415 or 07554 184479
solutiononeheating@hotmail.com
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PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
HandyMan in wells Shepton Mallet • Street • Glastonbury • Cheddar
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Carpenter • General handyman Property maintenance • Sash window repairs
01749 676 732 • 07437 462 137 handymaninwells@btinternet.com www.handymaninwells.weebly.com
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ND TRANSPORT & COURIER SERVICES ALL YOUR TRANSPORTATION NEEDS, LOCAL AND LONG-DISTANCE REMOVALS & HOUSE CLEARANCES COMPETITIVE RATES
07410 439296 / 07516 811124
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LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z
TO ADVERTISE CALL 01749 600388 SEWING
UPHOLSTERY & INTERIORS
Frances C
ALL YOUR SEWING NEEDS Clothing, Curtains & Blinds • Shortening • Hems • Fitting
Upholstery & Soft Furnishings
“I sew for you”
• Repairs • Alterations • Making new
Courses in upholstery & related crafts
Pretty Sitting UPHOLSTERY & INTERIORS
Recycled, restored and handmade furniture & accessories for sale Upholstery Fabrics Interior Design
Showroom and online store
01934 752725
Frances Christine 01749 939578 Randall BA Hons Fashion Knitwear & Textiles
www.prettysittingvintage.co.uk The Showroom & Workshop, Barrows House, Tweentown, Cheddar. BS27 3HU
Centrally located in Wells. Collection/delivery if required.
SKIP HIRE
When replying to adverts please say you saw it in LocalReach Providing a waste recycling service Fully licensed & compliant Commercial & Domestic
01749 678279 / 07721 415677
email@cheddarskips.plus.com www.cheddarandwellsskips.co.uk
STOVES (MULTI FUEL)
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
TREE SURGEONS
H OAK ILL
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
WEB DESIGN
NEED A WEBSITE OR YOUR OLD WEBSITE MADE OVER? We will design a 1-10 page website that you can update or we can update for you. We can register your web address for you and host your website on our servers. We don’t charge any upfront fees just
£45+vat per month which then drops to only £25+vat per month after first year. If you would like to discuss having a website Call us now on 01749 600388 or email hello@localreach.co.uk
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COMMUNITY MAGAZINES
WINDOW CLEANING
Aqua Vista Window Cleaning
Full site clearance Fully qualified & insured Free quote • 24 Hour call out
Windows | Gutter clearance/cleans Fascias | Conservatory cleans
01749 605389
01458 551610 / 07842382473
Call or text for a free quote
aquavista.windowcleaning@yahoo.com
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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