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This month - fertiliser

All those chemical symbols on the side of the packet are rather reminiscent of school chemistry lessons. In fact, the basics are quite simple.

NPK - This can be observed on the side of most fertiliser packages. The letters stand for: N - Nitrogen P - Phosphorous K - Potassium Together these are known as the macro-nutrients and each of them has its own use.

Nitrogen primarily feeds the leafy above-theground parts of the plants.

Phosphorous promotes strong roots.

This month the days get longer, and the sun gets stronger...we hope!

However, March is famously temperamental and if the soil where you are is still wet and cold then it’s wise to delay planting and sowing until the temperature rises.

Plant nutrient reserves are low at this time of year so, as the soil warms up, it’s time to think about fertiliser.

Many gardeners are a bit frightened of fertiliser.

Potassium makes grass hardier, promotes germination and improves vegetable and fruit yields.

The proportions of each macro-nutrient will be printed on the packet. Equal amounts of each nutrient make for a good general-purpose fertiliser.

A lawn will need a good balance of nitrogen and phosphorus to guarantee lush green grass with a healthy root system capable of withstanding dry spells. Fruiting plants need higher proportions of potassium.

There are other macro-nutrients: Carbon, Hydrogen and Oxygen, which plants obtain freely from the air and water; and calcium, magnesium, and sulphur, which should be present in any good general-purpose fertiliser.

Plants also need micro-nutrients: Iron, Manganese, Zinc, Boron, and Molybdenum.

Plants take all these nutrients and build everything they need from scratch, including vitamins. What plants cannot do is absorb vitamins directly from things such as pet food, milk or so-called fertilisers which contain vitamins, proteins, and fats.

So don’t be intimidated by fertiliser. Decide what your plants need then read the label. It’s easy as ABC..or rather NPK. Caution!

Don’t over-do it! It’s best to feed little and often.

Don’t fertilise in direct sun or the leaves may scorch.

Wait until the soil has warmed.

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Psychedelic Shack - Soul, Motown & Reggae Psychedelic Shack - A night of Soul, Motown & Reggae.

Vinyl DJ Jon Liddiatt & guest DJ AL Lindsay.

Saturday 2nd March 7:30pm - Midnight at Pill Memorial Club, BS20 0DH.

COMMUNITY Redcliffe Bay Methodist Church, Queen’s Road, Portishead BS20 8HT will be on Wednesday 6th March at the usual time of 2:30pm. It will be devoted to an illustrated talk “The Channel and its Shipping” with the usual coffee, tea and biscuits afterwards.

All welcome to any meeting, just turn up. Car parking and level access.

Tickets only - available from the Pill Memorial Club or Pill Post Office - £5.

Do you have a child/young person (0-25yrs) with additional need/ disability?

Easton in Gordano WI

We are the local parent carer forum, here to support you as you care for your family. Come and Join us at one of our free training sessions covering topics such as Emotionally Based School Avoidance (7th March in Bleadon) or Understanding Anxiety (March 19th on Zoom) or at an informal coffee, Autism & ADHD (March 6th in Portishead) or Home Educators Coffee (March 28th in WsM).

We have plenty of other sessions on too, find out more here: www.nspcwt.org/calendar Follow us on social media @NSPCWT

On 6th March Easton in Gordano WI welcomes members, non-members and friends to join them at their meeting in St George’s Church Hall at 7:30pm. On this occasion we will have a talk by Mr Woodland on “The history of hats”. Craft Group dates for March are 12th and 26th, non-members are also very welcome to join us at 10:00am 12:00pm in St George’s Church Hall.

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Tinnitus Awareness and Assessments A warm welcome from Mia, Claire and Toby at Meadows & Wood Hearing Care Specialists.

We are now into March, and a little spring is in the air with any luck! A few weeks ago, we had Tinnitus Awareness Week which may have got you thinking about your own ears, so let’s chat about tinnitus! It’s that pesky ringing or buzzing in your ears. Now, you might think it’s just a minor annoyance, but getting it assessed can be very beneficial.

An assessment helps manage tinnitus and rule out any underlying conditions that might be causing it. Conditions like high blood pressure or ear infections can often lead to tinnitus, as well as hearing loss, so it’s important to treat these promptly. There are various treatments available, from sound therapy to cognitive behavioural therapy, which can significantly reduce the impact of tinnitus on your daily life.

Let’s not forget the peace of mind that comes with understanding what’s happening in your body.

Tinnitus can cause a lot of stress and anxiety, especially if you don’t know why it’s happening. An assessment can provide answers and reassurance.

So, while tinnitus might seem like a small issue, getting it assessed can have big benefits. It’s all about taking care of your health, one step at a time.

If you or your loved one are struggling with hearing, and you would like to know how we can help, we are here for you at home or in North Somerset’s only full-time and fully independent audiology and tinnitus treatment clinic. Contact details are below.

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Architecture? Ancient or Modern?

You choose

Mollies’ name taking place at Parish Wharf on Saturday 23rd March The event is open to all groups whatever their age or abilities Money raised by swimmers sponsorships support not only their own school/group but also the Presidents charities namely: Jessie May Children’s Hospice at Home Charity and Motor Neurone Disease Association (MND).

For full details and entry link is on the Rotary Club’s website www.portisheadrotary.org.uk

Portishead Camera club welcome judge Chaz Madge, Exmouth, for Competition 4 on 7th March. The Architecture Contest on the 14th is sure to have a mixture of old and new, are we for tradition or fantasy? The Western Counties Travelling Exhibition on the 21st gives members the chance to assess Accepted pictures from other clubs. After the Easter break Nick Jenkins ARPS will show us Landscapes. Meetings are held on Thursdays at Redcliffe Bay Hall, doors open at 7:00pm, with free entry for first-time visitors. Visit www.portisheadcameraclub.co.uk for further information.

Spring is in the Air! Come to the Show!

The Portishead and District Horticultural Society will be staging its annual Spring Show on Saturday 9th March from 12:30pm to 4:30pm at The Folk Hall, High Street, Portishead.

Entrance fee is £1 but free for children and members. There will be displays of flowers, plants, floral arrangements, cookery, arts and photography. Refreshments will be available.

Why not enter something yourself? Schedules with entry forms are available for free from Portishead Library, the Folk Hall, Carey’s and other venues in the town or from Brackenwood Nursery, Abbots Leigh, BS8 3RA.

Banwell Bricks The Gordano Civic Society, a local history group, will have speaker Roy Ackerill talking about Banwell Bricks on Monday 11th March at 7:30pm in Somerset Hall, The Precinct, Portishead. If you are a member it’s £1 entry, visitors - £5.

Refreshments provided. For further information please ring 01275 849200.

Mollie Young Memorial 2024 Swimathon Mollie Young, organiser of Portishead Rotary Club’s Swimathon for many years, sadly died last July. The 2024 Swimathon will be in

For those who are bereaved in Portishead, Portbury and Pill If you have had a bereavement and enjoy walking, do join us at 10:00am on Thursday 14th March for our local Portishead and area Cruse “Walk and Talk” for approximately one hour. Phone 0117 9264045 leaving contact details, and then a Cruse Walk leader will contact you .

You are also guaranteed a supportive welcome at our Cruse Drop in on Thursday 28th March at Methodist Church Community Hub, Portishead High St; 10:00am to 12 noon. Trained Bereavement Volunteers available and our Hospitality team will be there to offer refreshments.

Fibromyalgia Support Group - Spring Craft Fair Join us at our lovely Spring Craft Fair on Sat, 16th March at St Mark’s Church in Worle from 11:00am to 2:00pm. Lots of crafts and unique gifts to choose from. Hot drinks and delicious home-made cakes will be available too. Come along and do some shopping – And why not bring a friend or two along? An information stall of our Fibromyalgia Group will also be available on the day.

For more information, call Val 07411989478 or Jules 07840189641 or email wsmfibro@gmail. com

Neil Diamond Tribute Artist & Vocal Entertainer Saturday 16th March at Pill Memorial Club. Forever Diamond - Today’s Neil Diamond tribute artist & vocal entertainer. The first of the evening will be a Neil Diamond tribute and second half will be a party set. Doors are open from 7:30pm.

Tickets available from Pill Memorial Club & Pill Post Office, Members - £5 Non-Members - £8.

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Free Entry to our next Psychic & Holistic Fayre Looking forward to sharing another wonderful event with you all at Somerset Hall.

Saturday 16th March, 10:30am 4:00pm.

Our chosen charity will be Macmillan Cancer Support, North Somerset.

You don’t have to live in Portbury to join us Members of Portbury WI come from a wider area than you might imagine, so if you live in Portishead, Clevedon, Long Ashton or anywhere else, you will be made to feel as welcome as visitors and members from Portbury itself. The WI offers women a place to meet together each month with a wide range of other activities that you can also join in across the Avon Federation.

For more information contact Helen Francis on 07503 134817, www.avonfwi.org.uk Next meeting: Bell Farm Alpacas. 19th March, 7:30pm, Portbury Village Hall.

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Gordano NHSRF Gordano NHSRF Will be meeting on 20th March at Somerset Hall from 10:00am - 12 noon. Admission is £3 which includes coffee and biscuits and a free raffle along with our main raffle. The speaker will be Graham Sparks, the topic being The Dads Army Story.

April will see our AGM take place.

All retired people from the NHS and Social Care sector welcome.

Portishead Senior Forum, Folk Hall.

Marie Antoinette’s Garden Portishead Senior Forum, Wednesday 20th March at the Folk Hall.

We begin with Lin helping us to stay safe from the increasing threat from Scammers.

After tea break, Sarah from Spinning Wheel talks about Marie Antoinette’s Garden, a humourous account of events on a Smallholding.

The meeting begins at 2:00pm. The above main talk will start at 2:50pm. We finish at 4:00pm.

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Happy Balance…

Supporting your busy life We are passionate about re-cycling, re-housing and re-using items, working with many local charities we distribute your unwanted items on your behalf. We always offer a FREE 1hour consultation to introduce ourselves and to discuss how we can help you.

Our clients know that allocating time to work alongside Happy Balance provides the impetus they need to make a start. Through experience we understand the importance of working with you at your pace, listening to you and helping you put into action what you want to achieve.

These are all scenarios from clients we have worked with: • ‘I don’t want to leave it for the kids to sort’ – Feeling mindful that you need to get your home in order? You don’t want the family having to sort through everything when you are gone? We will work with you to streamline your home, recycle unwanted items and organise belongings you may wish to distribute to family and friends

LOCAL EXPERT PAGE • My partner/parent has died – You’re not only dealing with grief but also thinking about how you clear the house? We are NOT house clearance. We work with you sensitively, practically and confidentially to organise their affairs and clear the house for sale or other • I am embarrassed – It’s all got on top of me and I just feel overwhelmed – Are you buying too many items, storing them away and feeling like you may be hoarding? Claire and SJ are non judgemental and through experience can help you declutter and regain control • I’m moving and need to downsize – I can’t physically or emotionally cope with my move and I need help. We are hands-on in preparing your belongings ensuring that when your removal firm comes to move you that you have already sorted through, de-cluttered and made sure all your items, big and small will fit into your new home giving you peace of mind.

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Portishead Probus Club

Freemasons Meeting in March

PORTISHEAD PROBUS CLUB (formerly Probus73) will meet at Clarence House in Portishead’s High Street on Wednesday 20th March. Doors open at 12 noon and you can enjoy an hour of pleasant socialising in the bar. This will be followed by lunch which will be served at 1:00pm. After lunch there will be a fascinating talk from Jenny Bowen entitled “Travels in Africa”. If you would like to find out more about about Portishead Probus Club please contact Matt Westley on 01275 269005, or try taking a look at our new web site which can be found at Portishead Probus Hugofox.

The Masonic Lodge for Portishead, Gordano Lodge, is holding a Second Degree ceremony on Monday 25th March.

All freemasons will be welcomed, especially if you are a Freemason who has moved into the area, or a past member of the order who is no longer a subscribing member.

Swifts - A Life on the Wing On Friday 22nd March at 7:30pm in The Folk Hall, 95 High Street, Portishead BS20 6PR, the Avon Wildlife Trust, Portishead Local Group will have Peter Bright giving an illustrated talk about the extraordinary life of the swift. All welcome.

Entrance is £2 for both members and nonmembers + £1 for children and students which includes tea or coffee during the evening.

For further information please telephone 01275 843160 or 07853 248476.

We are a happy lodge, with a very busy social calendar. If you would like to more about this occasion or about Freemasonry, please contact Marshall on 07585 152570 or Gordano.Lodge@ gmail.com; or take a look at our Facebook page ‘Gordano Lodge 6244’.

Stepping into Spring with National Demonstrator Jonathan Moseley Wednesday 27th March at Somerset Hall Portishead. Doors open 6:45pm, 7:30pm start.

Tickets £20.00.

Please contact Nancy 07968348116 or through our Facebook page Portishead Floral Art Society.

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If you do not have a LPA in place and were mentally incapacitated: • Your spouse/family will be denied access to your bank accounts and they will have to apply the Court of Protection to access your finances, including any pension or insurance payments which is costly and can take a year to put in place.

• The Local Council will make decisions on your health care needs, including end of life care; whereas a Health & Welfare LPA will give your attorneys some “power” to speak as if they were you regarding your care • Your spouse/family will not be able to sell your property to pay for care fees or if you needed to downsize. Again, they would have to apply to the Court of Protection.

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OvenGleamers Recipe of The Month - Meringue Kisses With Mother’s Day coming up, we’ve got a delicious recipe for you this month that are perfect to treat the ones you love.

Ingredients (serves four) 3 large egg whites About 200g caster sugar Pink food colouring 50g white chocolate, chopped For the filling: 300ml double cream 1tbsp icing sugar, plus extra for sprinkling About 4tbsp cherry jam To serve: 8 fresh ripe cherries Method 1: Preheat the oven to 110C. Drawing freehand or using a 6.5cm heart-shaped cutter as a template, draw eight hearts on to two sheets of baking parchment. Turn them over and lay on to two baking sheets. Don’t grease the paper as meringue will be used to secure the corners. Weigh a spotlessly clean bowl, then weigh the egg whites in it. Calculate their weight, double it and weigh that quantity of caster sugar into a separate bowl.

2: Whisk the egg whites until they stand in soft peaks and the fluffy mixture doesn’t slip around in the bowl. You should be able to turn it upside down over your head without the mixture falling out.

Whisk in the sugar, a tablespoon at a time, making sure each spoonful dissolves before adding the next. Dip a cocktail stick into the food colouring and add it to the meringue until you reach the depth of colour you want. Dot a little of the meringue under the corners of each piece of parchment to secure it to the baking sheet.

3: Spoon the rest of the meringue into a piping bag with a 1cm round nozzle and pipe inside the heart templates. Bake for about 1.5 hours, until they come away easily from the paper. Leave to cool in the oven.

4: Set a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water, making sure the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the water. Melt the white chocolate in the bowl, then spoon it over the base of each meringue and leave to set. Whip the cream and icing sugar in a bowl until thick and glossy. Swirl in the cherry jam. Take two meringue hearts and sandwich them together with the sweet jam cream. Serve dusted with a little extra icing sugar and a couple of ripe cherries.

Meringue is renowned for being difficult to make, and we would love to see a great selection of success and fail photos! If you can, please post a photo on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/OvenGleamersBristol

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Travelling abroad? An eSIM could save you money For those that travel abroad, having access to emails and apps is a must, so with roaming charges being re-introduced to Europe and costs further afield being exorbitant, it might be worth considering a travel eSIM. The traditional sim card that you put into a phone is slowly being phased out in favour of a digital sim card that is added to the mobile phone by scanning a QR code. This technology is quite exciting because on most modern (3 years old or less) touch screen mobile phones, you can still keep your existing sim card plugged into the phone but have a second phone line for travel. This additional phone line can be turned on when you travel with your usual number still active to receive text messages (free of charge). You can turn off mobile data on your main phone line and set the travel eSIM for calls, texts and data, so essentially your phone will do everything you need it to do, usually with a single reasonable payment that will last up to a year. There are numerous providers of eSIMs that can be purchased on-line, with an email arriving with the QR code that adds the eSIM to your phone digitally, as an additional line. Within the phone settings, you have control over many functions, such as turning the first or second line off or on and choosing which line serves mobile data. We appreciate that some people may find this tricky, so if you would like us to visit you at your home to advise and setup this service, please get in touch (see our advert on this page).

Computer scams of various methods are still in full force, so always be very wary of pop up messages on the screen that tell you to call a number, or even a cold call that pretends to be a company such as Microsoft / Amazon or Openreach. Check with a friend or relative if you are being pressured to act, as this is the first stage of a scam to trick you into giving away your money. As always, we suggest paid security software on your devices is a good idea and can help with this, so please get in touch.

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Somerset Wood Recycling Somerset Wood Recycling has been hand-making furniture in our workshop in Weston-super-Mare since 2007.

We use a selection of reclaimed and salvaged timber as well as sustainably sourced hardwoods from Somerset and South Wales.

Not only is our furniture locally made, the environmental impact of our manufacturing process is minimal.

In our showroom you’ll find a selection of tables, shelving and homeware, as well as work by local artists and locally produced honey and wax. On top of all that, we stock a huge range of reclaimed and locally sourced timber, everything from pallet wood and construction grade softwood to live edged Alder, Ash and Oak slabs and mantelpiece sized beams.

If you’re thinking of starting a project it’s definitely worth paying us a visit!

Our friendly team would be happy to talk you through the design process to create a bespoke piece of furniture that’ll fit your house perfectly, or help you select the timber that is right for you.

Contact: info@somersetwoodrecycling.co.uk or visit us at Somerset Wood Recycling, The Motex Centre, Winterstoke Road, Weston-super-Mare BS23 3YW.

Quality hand-made furniture in Somerset!

• Over 15 years’ experience • Bespoke furniture design and creation • Hardwood chopping boards and homewares • Showroom displaying tables, shelving and kitchen ware and work by Somerset-based makers • Eco-coffins • Timber warehouse with reclaimed wood, and sustainably sourced softwoods and hardwoods • Firewood and kindling Our team are friendly, knowledgeable and always happy to help For more information contact:

info@somersetwoodrecycling.co.uk Visit us:

Somerset Wood Recycling, The Motex Centre, Winterstoke Road, Weston-super-Mare BS23 3YW Open Monday to Saturday, 9:00am to 4:00pm.

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Join Turn The Tide Portishead’s Easter Weekend Big Clean Why not play your part in keeping Portishead tidy by joining Turn The Tide Portishead’s enthusiastic volunteers for our Easter Weekend Big Clean?

From 30th to 31st March we will be organising a litter-picking bonanza – watch our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/TTTPortishead) for further details.

Litter-picking can be surprisingly satisfying and great fun for all the family – all you need is a pair of gloves, a bag for the rubbish you find and (ideally) a litter-picker.

Further information about future Portishead Big Cleans can be found on our website: turnthetideportishead.co.uk/events

Grief is hard. Death can impact all of life Are you grieving the death of a loved one or struggling with the long-term effects of loss?

This seven-session course, gently guides bereaved people through the most common aspects of grief, enabling them to process the implications for themselves and discern next steps.

The course will be running for seven Tuesday evenings (19:15 to 21:30), at Christchurch Clevedon,

and starting on 9th April. If you’d like to know more, please email: bereavementsupport@ christchurch-clevedon.org.uk Or you can sign up via the Church Website: www.christchurch-clevedon.org.uk/news/thebereavement-journey-2023/

Another u3a Coffee Social at Clevedon Community Centre Following the successful u3a Coffee Social last January, at Clevedon Community Centre, we’ve booked another date for your diary: Wednesday 10th April.

It’s for u3a members and people who are interested in joining. Contact the u3a website for more details. u3asites.org.uk/woodspring/ home

Ever considered playing Bowls - then why not come along

Clevedon Community Centre

Bowls clubs are a great way to make new friends, so why not come along to the Portishead Bowls Club on the Lake Grounds, Portishead. Bowls is a sport for all ages and abilities and helps to improve fitness levels and mental wellbeing.

Our first meeting is on Monday 15th April but you can come along on any Monday morning at 10:00am and the first six weeks are free. We will provide guidance and equipment, we just ask that you wear flat soled shoes. See www. portisheadbowlingclub.org.uk or call 07840 210319.

Tuesday 19th March, 7.30 pm: Outstanding musicians from Badminton School and Redmaids’ High School, including a string quartet and soloist on various instruments

AGM of Friends of North Somerset Community Hospital

Clevedon Music Club Concerts March – April 2024

Sunday 21st April 3 pm: Emily Heathcote, clarinet and Jason Anderson, piano, with favourites including Finzi,Debussy, Brahms and Chopin All concerts take place upstairs in the Teignmouth Room, Clevedon Community Centre BS21 7YX Admission to individual concerts £12.

By cash or cheque only To receive programme details by email: phone 01275 875262 or email andrea.argent@hotmail.co.uk

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The Annual General Meeting will be held in the Little Teapot Cafe, in the grounds of the hospital in Clevedon, on 7th May at 7:00pm.

Do you want to play an instrument with others!

Do you play a violin or other stringed instrument or a trumpet or clarinet or other wind instrument?

Do you play drums? Are you looking to play with others? Pill Festival Band welcomes new players and if you want to join a band why not come along on a Monday night? We usually meet 7:00pm at Penny Brohn, Ham Green and details are on our web site www.pfb.org.uk. We are a friendly group, we play a range of popular music at local events and always have room for more members.

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A new Tai Chi QiGong session with Age UK Somerset Due to popular demand, local charity, Age UK Somerset, has launched a second Tai Chi QiGong class in Nailsea. Every Tuesday at 11:00am, at Tithe Barn, Church Lane, Nailsea, BS48 4NG you can join this friendly class- £5/week.

Specially designed for people over 55, the sessions are fun and can improve your balance, strength and flexibility. QiGong, pronounced ‘chee gung’, is a form of Tai Chi that is beneficial to both physical and mental wellbeing, consisting of 18 easy-to-learn gentle movements.

Contact 01823 345624 / ageingwell@ ageuksomerset.org.uk to sign up.

Portishead Concert Band would love more Players If you play a musical instrument then come and join our windband.

We are a well established band and have recently played for fetes, flower shows and Christmas events. Our aim is to entertain others and have fun ourselves. Whether you are a current player or a rusty one, come and get that feel good factor.

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Shower, walk-in bath, or wet room?

We can help you decide Choosing a new bathroom involves understanding your bathing needs. There are a variety of options to consider when deciding.

One option is to replace your bath with a low-level shower, this is suited to those with limited mobility. Slip-resistant shower trays are available in various sizes, and accessories like shower seats.

Some people still prefer having a bath to a shower so this is when we would recommend a walk-in bath. These are available in various sizes and come with moulded seats and quick fill.

The third option is a wet room which eliminates obstacles with slip-resistant flooring and a central drain, making them ideal for wheelchair users and caregivers.

It can be overwhelming knowing which solution to choose but at AHM Installations, we have a friendly team of home surveyors who will visit you at home to discuss your bathing needs. We provide FREE quotations and visuals of how your new bathroom could look.

To find out more call 01275 403188.

Come and join us every Tuesday from 7:30pm until 9:00pm at St Nicolas’ Church, Nore Road, Portishead. BS20 8EN.

Portishead Spiritualist Association Clairvoyant Evening We meet every Wednesday night for a Clairvoyant Evening with a different Medium, starting at 7:30pm until 9:00pm, at Brampton Way Preschool Hall in Portishead. £5 cash at the door, net proceeds to charities. Been going over 40 years and run by volunteers. All welcome.

AHM is rated Excellent by our customers

Join a free and friendly Health Walk!

30 to 60 minute Health Walks are available in Clevedon, Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Nailsea, Portishead, Weston-super-Mare, Winscombe and Yatton. No need to book, just come along! Please see our website for the dates, times and meeting places: www.betterhealthns. co.uk/get-active/walking/. Or contact us at: getactive@n-somerset.gov.uk / 01275 882 730.

Walk-in Shower or Wetroom?

We can help you decide • Specialists in accessible bathing • Free home visits and quotations • Full design and installation service • Walk-in showers. walk-in baths and wetrooms For a FREE quote call

01275 403188

• Over 24 years experience • Rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot • Discounts for ex-military personnel

Visit our website to see real customer bathrooms www.ahminstallations.co.uk

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01275 400163

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HIGHEST RATED ROOFER IN SOMERSET! (52 ★★★★★ Google reviews)

“Fantastic responsive service. It’s the 2nd time I have used central roofing and on both occasions they turned up on time got on with the job and kept us informed on what was being carried out. Went above and beyond and assisted me in issues around insurance. I would recommend this company to anyone with roofing issues.”

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We used Central Roofing to take down an old flat roof and install another on our business premises at Knight Brothers Garage. The company was very reliable, they turned up when they said they would, the guys that did the work were very tidy and efficient. The work was completed in the time frame they set…we are more than pleased with the finished job.

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If you think you have a problem with alcohol Then call us on 08009177650 or Email: help@ aamail.org. We have support groups in North Somerset/Sedgemoor area 7 days a week. All enquiries are treated in the strictest confidence.

LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z CLEANERS

Local Mums to the Rescue Cleaning House work Shopping Cooking Companionship

Prickles Hedgehog Rescue Prickles Hedgehog Rescue will be grateful to any business or organization using 5 ream boxes of copy paper if they could let us have the empty boxes which are ideal for transporting overwintering hedgehogs back to their homes.

If you can help please ring 07806 744772.

Clevedon Flower Show Plans for the 2024 show on Sat 24th/Sun 25th August are underway. We donated £200 from proceeds of raffles to Clevedon Foodbank and Marlens/Clevedon Marine Lake is this year’s charity. We’re working on 2024 Schedules, available February. We have agreed to hold 2024 entry prices at last year’s levels.

2023 was challenging with inflationary price increases for all aspects of the show and losing our long-standing storage space site. Thankfully, Clevedon School came to our rescue. Many are surprised to hear our show costs over £25,000 to put on. We had to use over £7,000 of our 2023 show fund to purchase new storage containers which will make things difficult this year. Our Go fund me page raised almost £400 however we’d obviously welcome more donations. Our link is gofund.me/b76f67cc

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TOTAL GARDEN SOLUTIONS • Trees Topped, Pruned & Felled • Hedge Trimming • Turfing & Fencing • Gravel • Patios & Paths Laid • Railway Sleepers Laid • Garden Clearance FOR A FREE QUOTATION CALL

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

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

PAINTING AND DECORATING

BAYROAD PAINTERS AND DECORATORS Jo Curtis

• Professional, friendly service • Exterior & interior • Fascia painting available • Free quotes. No job too small

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I would recommend this company to anyone with roofing issues.”

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FOXALL BUILDING

DRONE INSPECTIONS PITCH ROOFING FLAT ROOFING CONSERVATORY & GARAGE ROOFING FIBRE GLASS FLAT ROOFS UPVC FASCIAS ASBESTOS REMOVAL

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STAIRLIFTS

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FULLY INSURED, FRIENDLY & PROFESSIONAL SERVICE

STAIRLIFTS NEW from £1,745 RECONDITIONED from £1,045 RENTAL from £55 per month

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