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It’s the Christmas big one
It’s back again this year, so make sure you don’t miss the bumper worldfamous Wells Christmas Bazaar. Saturday 30th November from 9:30am to 3:00pm in Wells Town Hall. It’s been in Father Christmas’s diary since January. There’s something for everyone: jewellery, crafts, toys and more bottles than you could dream of. Plus books, games, music, the stunning silent auction and the grand raffle with its £500 top prize. Lunch and drinks will be served all day. All brought to you by the Catholic parish of Ss Joseph and Teresa.
Jump feet first into Christmas with the annual St Margaret’s Santa Abseil!
Are you ready for an unforgettable festive adventure? Join us on Sunday, 1st December for a Santa Abseil, where you’ll descend 60 feet down the breathtaking Cheddar Gorge, all in support of St Margaret’s Hospice.
Sponsored by Blackdown Finance, this event is your chance to make this Christmas truly special—
whether it’s for the thrill, the views, or the cause. Suit up in your Santa gear, gather your courage, and abseil down one of Somerset’s most iconic locations. After completing the abseil, you’ll be greeted at the bottom with a well-earned medal and a festive mince pie. Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie or just looking for a fun way to raise funds for a great cause, the Santa Abseil is an event for everyone.
Don’t wait - spots are limited! Head to www.stmargarets-hospice.org.uk/santa-abseil to register for just £35. For group bookings or questions, email events@st-margarets-hospice.org.uk
Make this Christmas one to remember by supporting St Margaret’s Hospice. Feel the festive cheer, conquer the cliffs, and make a difference!
Light Up A Life this Christmas with Weston Hospicecare
Light Up A Life returns this December providing an opportunity for people who have experienced the bereavement of family and friends to come together and celebrate their lives in a series of five touching services.
Guests are invited to dedicate a colourful lantern or leave a dedication in the book of remembrance. Services take place at the following location/times:
St Pauls Weston-super-Mare - 2nd December 3:30pm & 7:00pm.
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Loxton & Christon village hall are celebrating their brand new kitchen, courtesy of a #NationalLottery award from the National Lottery community fund. We have lots of new events planned - do join us for our Christmas party on 6th December with festive bar, snacks, Father Christmas and tombola and for our New Year’s eve bash with late bar, live music, bongs & bubbly at midnight. (Free entry with a dish for shared supper). All welcome. For more information or to be added to our events mailing list email: secretaryloxtonvh@gmail.com
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.
Each self-contained apartment has been created to blend practicality with ease of living. Wide doorways open onto generous hallways to allow easy access to the light and airy interiors. Clever floorplans include design features that make the best use of space, such as the twin doors of a Jack and Jill bathroom to create en-suite facilities. Storage has not been overlooked with built-in wardrobes and closet space throughout.
Step outside your apartment and become part of a friendly and welcoming community where you’ll 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-based charity providing accommodation, care and support for older people in Bristol and the surrounding areas. Across all of our retirement villages and care homes we are committed to communities where older people flourish by providing opportunities for our residents to enjoy treasured relationships, exercise choice and feel valued.
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.
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.
Give Yourself & Your Loft a Festive Treat!
Yes, it’s that time again already! Christmas is approaching, and it will soon be time to start thinking about digging out the decorations. If you’re anything like the rest of us, you probably put everything into a couple of boxes at the end of last year, and haven’t thought about them since.
Pulling decorations out of storage, and getting them ready for another year, will no doubt be a mix of both pleasure and chore; rediscovering some old favourites, and sorting out the usual mess of the fairy lights, but just how safe is it to get to those boxes? How much clutter is getting in the way?
According to a survey by the National Accident Helpline, 1 in 50 people have fallen out of the loft while bringing down tinsel, baubles and other decorations. Although many Christmas accidents are quickly shrugged off, more than 80,000 people a year need hospital treatment for injuries during the festive period, according to the NHS.
Here at Access4Lofts, we specialise in installing loft ladders and hatches, that can help you make the most of your loft, and safely access that extra storage you so desperately need. We have a number of options to suit any space, no matter how small, and can even offer some shelving options too. You’d be surprised at just how much room there is up there, and you’ll be even more surprised at just how quick, easy, and affordable it can be too.
Why suffer with clutter when there’s perfectly good storage space in your loft just waiting to be used? Let us make it safe and easy for you and your family this Christmas. After all, who’s going to polish off that last tin of Quality Street if you’re in A&E? No matter how much you love those baubles and tinsel, it’s just not worth the risk!
Find out how Access4Lofts can help you enjoy peace of mind, along with your festive cheer. To book a free survey and quote visit www.Access4Lofts.co.uk/BristolSouth, or call 01275 293 128. You can also find them on Facebook as Access4Lofts Bristol South.
Festive Fun Night at Cheddar Methodists
On Friday 6th December from 6:00pm there will be Festive Fun with the church dressed up for Christmas. Come and take family photos around our manger scene, there will be children’s activities, mince pies, fruit punch, hot drinks and, at 7:00pm, Cheddar Valley Singers will be bringing a special treat with all your favourite festive songs. Whether it’s Cheddar Festive Night or not - we shall still be open. Come and join us.
Come to the Christmas Fair
For your Christmas Fayre and fun. Saturday 7th December from 10:30am to 1:00pm in the Axbridge Town Hall. A warm welcome awaits you, your family and your friends.
Kickstart Your Christmas Cheer!
A festive evening with the Cheddar Male Choir and Kings of Wessex Brass Ensemble. Saturday, 7th December, doors open 6:30pm, food 7:00pm, singing 7:30pm. At Ad Astra Cider Barn, Allerton Lane, Stone Allerton, BS26 2NG. Voluntary admission only £5.
For more information, please email: contactcheddarmalechoir@gmail.com, Facebook page: www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=61555640407040
RNLI Winscombe & District Branch
Reindeer Run - Sunday 8th December
RNLI Winscombe & District Branch will hold its third Reindeer Run at 2:00pm on Sunday 8th December at Winscombe Cricket Club, 31 The Lynch, Winscombe BS25 1AP. Runners of all standards welcome; there will be a 2.5 Km Santa Claus Trail (Open to all) and a 5 Km Reindeer Trail (Minimum age 11). Both Trails are Off-Road and Fancy Dress welcome. Runners are encouraged to get sponsorship and bring supporters as drinks and refreshments will be available. Contact Tim Moran Tim@moransonline.com or tel 07801 678432 for price & payment details.
Axbridge Trefoil Guild are celebrating Christmas
On December 10th we will have our annual Christmas lunch at the Lamb at Weare with Secret Santa, then on December 12th there is Somerset Trefoil Guild’ County Carol Service at Rowbarton Methodist Church, Taunton at 2:00pm. Taunton station is only a short walk away. There is also a car park nearby. The Church will be open from 12:30pm until 4:00pm and there will be tea and cake afterwards.
Newcomers to all events are welcome. Phone 01749 870239 or email Sue at swild34@hotmail.com for more information.
RAFA Mid-Somerset Branch (MSB)
Annual Christmas Lunch Saturday 14th December
RAFA-MSB Christmas Lunch will be on Saturday 14th December at 12:15pm in Wells Golf Club, Blackheath Lane, Wells, BA5 3DS. This will be a Formal Christmas Lunch with drinks on arrival, a two/three Course lunch with choices, coffee, port for Loyal Toast. RAFA-MSB covers BS25, BS26, BS27, BS28, BA4, BA5, BA6, BA16, TA10 & TA11 postal areas. RAFA Members, Current and Ex-RAF Personnel and Reserves, Current and Ex-Commonwealth Air Forces Personnel, Members of the RAF Family and Members of public supporting RAFA welcome. E-mail rafa.midsomerset@gmail. com or tel 01458 224057 for more information.
Axbridge Church December Services
Sunday, 15th December, 6:00pm Carol Service accompanied by the Bristol Brass Consort. Tuesday, 24th December, Christmas Eve, 11:30pm Midnight Mass with carols from 11:00pm.
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In light of increasingly strained household budgets, Liberty Money has explored the implications for individuals seeking to remortgage in order to consolidate loans and credit card debt. This is particularly relevant for those mortgages locked into fixed-rates with redemption charges.
Homeowner loans, alternatively known as second charge mortgages or secured loans, may serve as a practical means to restructure personal finances than a remortgage. They allow customers to consolidate existing debts into easily manageable monthly payments leaving your current mortgage in place.
Among the various methods of debt consolidation, a common approach involves securing a debt consolidation loan. If the aim is specifically to consolidate credit card debts, another option is a balance transfer credit card. This entails transferring multiple balances onto one card, usually offering an initial 0% interest rate. Note that a balance transfer fee may be applicable to each transferred balance.
Illustrative Case Study: A customer paying a monthly car loan for £10,000 and three
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Second Charge Details: Loan amount: £40,000; Monthly repayment: £386.89; Fixed interest rate: 8.2% for the first 5 years; Term: 15 years; Result: Monthly outgoings reduced by £558.11 per month.
Representative Example: For a borrowing of £40,000, plus a £595 lender fee, totalling £40,395, spread over 180 months on a 5-year fixed product with an initial borrowing rate of 9.2%, followed by a variable rate of 9.6%. The total amount payable £84,577.09, comprising the mortgage amount, interest, lender fee, and exit fee. The overall cost for comparison purposes is 11.4% APRC. It’s important to note that interest rate fluctuations, during the life of the mortgage contract, this will affect the total amount repayable.
A cautionary note: Before securing any debts against your home, carefully consider the potential repercussions. Failure to meet repayments on a mortgage or any other secured debt may lead to the repossession of your home.
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A Festive Evening of Folk Songs for Charity
Acclaimed local singing groups Mendip Folk Choir and shanty group High & Dry are once again joining forces for a concert of seasonal folk songs and sea shanties.
Sunday 15th December, Cheddar Baptist Church, Lower North Street, 4:30pm - 7:00pm. Tickets £7. Children under 14 free. Enjoy a glass of mulled wine, coffee/cake (cash donations please). Money raised will go to The Space, a Cheddar based charity providing much needed mental health support and counselling for children and young people.
For tickets and info: Contact: James Barattini, winscombe.folk@gmail.com, 07703 538861
Christmas at Cheddar Country Market
Cheddar Country Market takes place every Tuesday at the Village Hall, Cheddar BS27 3RB 10:00am and 11:30am. Refreshments available.
Our Christmas Market will take place on 17th December. We will be serving mince pies and mulled punch. There will be a good selection of Christmas goodies, To avoid disappointment why not order in advance. You can do this by coming in to the Market on any Tuesday. We accept cash or card payment.
We will open again on 14th January 2025 at our usual time.
Macular Society local group. December meeting - Wednesday 18th December
The local Weston-super-Mare Macular Society Group covering Weston, Clevedon, Winscombe meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month 10:30am to 12:30pm at St Peter’s Church Hall, Baytree Road, Weston-super-Mare BS22 8HG.
The group is for anyone affected by central vision loss AMD wet or dry. We have presentations on a variety of topics such as useful appliances, helpful organisations and local interest. Such as GWR and VisionAid.
Cost £3 including refreshments. Friends and carers most welcome.
For more information contact Jo on 07947 373 244
Cheddar Valley u3a - Rocking and Singing away through Winter
Having ended November rocking the night away, we’ll be carol singing at the Coffee Morning on 19th December, getting everyone into a festive mood. If you’re feeling the need for a boost in your life, why not join us at Cheddar Village Hall from 10:00am –11:30am. We’re there on the third Thursday every month and you’ll be welcomed with a cup of coffee or tea and can meet many of the members to learn about what we can offer you. Visit our new website cheddar-valley.u3asite.uk for more information.
Finishing the year with a bang. Wedmore Antiques Fair
After a very successful year, Wedmore Antiques and Collectables finishes the year on Saturday 28th December, only to start up again on Saturday 18th January. The fair is now known not only for the quality of its collector’s items but also for having items, better described as interior design items, things like small furniture, pictures, wall hangings and scene setters. These alongside the antique jewellery, historic advertising, cameras, books, militaria, Art Deco, and interesting items of social history.
Held at Wedmore Village Hall, Cheddar Road. Admission is still free and doors open at 9:00am.
Calling all Cheddar Artists…
Would you like to join a friendly local group of talented artists, potters, photographers, jewellers, printmakers, sculptors, makers etc. and exhibit with us at next year’s Cheddar Walking Arts Trail, in May?
See your work profiled on our website, printed leaflet and social media and meet many 100s of visitors over the 3-day weekend, with great opportunities for commissions/sales/contacts.
Closing date for joining is 31st December 2024.
Get in touch to express your interest and show us what you create: info@cheddarartists.co.uk
See our website: www.cheddarartists.com
Recycle your tree and raise vital funds
for Weston Hospicecare
Weston Hospicecare’s ‘Pines for Pounds’ tree
collection will be taking place on Saturday 4th January 2025. With collections covering a number of postcodes across North Somerset within the charity’s patient service area including Weston-super-Mare, Wedmore, Winscombe, Cheddar, Rooksbridge, Banwell and many more.
Last year raised over £13,000 from 700+ trees collected, and this year’s collection area will even bigger than before.
To find out if your postcode is covered visit www.westonhospicecare.org.uk/events/ pinesforpounds
Simply register online, make a donation, and we’ll do the rest.
Jumble, Rumble, Upcycle
Winscombe Community Assoc. are holding a jumble sale in aid of our new building project at the Community Centre, Sandford Road, Winscombe. Please come and support us - Saturday 1st February, sale starts 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Lots of bargains, refreshments and a raffle. Jumble may be donated between 9:30am and noon on Feb. 1st.
The Mendip Players Pantomime: Rumpelstiltskin - 6th, 7th & 8th
February
2025
Tickets are available now from www.themendipplayers.co.uk or Draycott Community Shop.
Join us for another fabulous family show, as Rosa, Alfie the Elf and Fairy Laura Norder try to save Fairy Brook from the hideous hobgoblin Rumpelstiltskin and his bumbling sidekicks, Hubble and Bubble.
See our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/themendipplayers for more details.
If you would like to sign up to the Mendip Players newsletter, please contact themendipplayers@gmail.com
Axbridge Carers Support and Information Group
Axbridge Carers Group, part of Somerset Carers Service is a free, informal gathering for people who regularly offer a
helping hand to a friend, family member or loved one. We socialise, share ideas and to talk about our experiences. Professional speakers and service providers also visit to offer support and information.
We meet every fourth Monday of the month from 2:00pm at the Town Hall. Call Cath on 07535279359 before attending for the first time in case of schedule changes.
The Somerset Carers Service Advice Line: 0800 3168600 carers@somersetrcc.org.uk www.somersetcarers.org
Are you interested in sewing and quilting?
We are Weston Quilters a lively group of people of all abilities who enjoy patchwork and quilting. We normally meet on the first Monday of each month at the Hundred Academy, Beaufighter Road, Weston super Mare BS24 8EE. Doors open at 7:00pm for a 7:30pm start.
There are guest speakers during the year and the opportunity to buy from our invited traders. Guest entrance £5.
Please go to our Facebook for any change in venue and for more information.
Browns Christmas Present
‘Ding dong merrily on high the seasons bells are ringing, Ding dong verily be wise and check your appliances are singing!’
Indeed it is just a few weeks till Christmas and everything is coming to light to welcome the season of goodwill to all men. With this in mind, we are launching Browns Christmas Present, a competition to raise money for the British Heart Foundation with a chance to win a special Christmas Present.
Our reason behind supporting the BHF is simple; our grandson Freddy has a very rare heart condition and we want to support research to help all those children and adults who live every day with life threatening heart conditions.
Entering is easy, just drop us an email with your name and telephone number to brownsdomesticappliances@gmail.com, message us from our FB page or from our website or send it to us at 56 Station Road, St George’s, Weston super Mare BS22 7XN - please mark your entry ‘Browns Christmas Present’.
To give to our fundraiser please go to our Crowdfunding page www.justgiving.com/page/ april-brown-1730311615153 or by post to the above address made payable to Browns Domestic Appliances and we will send all money raised to The BHF. No donation is needed to enter our competition, but any donations will be very welcome. The winner will be chosen at random on Friday 20th December, 2024.
And finally the staff here at Browns would like to wish you all a very happy Christmas and we look forward to being of service in 2025.
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To check if your computer has already updated itself, simply click the Start button and type winver on your keyboard, then press the return or enter key. A box will popup showing the version of Windows.
If it says (on the second line) Version 24H2, then you are on the latest version of Windows. If it does not and you would like to try updating your computer, at your own risk, then please visit this Microsoft website: https://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/software-download/windows11
Once you are here, click the first “Download Now” button, then a file called “Windows 11 Installation Assistant” will download. You can either click “Open File” or double click on the file in your downloads folder.
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Freddie, just turned 17, lives in Wells and is a serious rugby player, both at school and for the Bath Rugby Academy under 18s. “Last June, he had a hamstring injury” explains his Father, “and it seemed to repair quite quickly. But there was an inflamed tendon between the glute and hamstring – painful and limiting.
“Initially we tried conventional physiotherapy –and then I remembered that Matthew Jackson had helped my older son recover quickly from a collarbone fracture last year, so I called him.
“At Matthew’s clinic, Freddie had one session of PEMF (pulsed electromagnetic frequency therapy) with Laser treatment and immediately felt a lot better. We were so encouraged because he had a tournament coming up and had to play two matches to qualify.”
Freddie went on to see Matthew for two weeks of high intensity PEMF with Laser treatment, together with sessions of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in the oxygen chamber at the clinic. This combination has been proven to create remarkably fast and effective healing for a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions.
After just two weeks, Freddie was completely fit to play his two games and gave an awesome performance in the tournament. Now, to maintain peak performance, he is having ongoing treatment sessions.
“I was so impressed” says his father, Tom. “If I had a physical issue in the future, Matthew
would definitely be my first port of call, above any other type of therapy. There is no hard sell and the treatment is excellent value and effective. Matthew is knowledgeable, accommodating and relaxed. His number is now in my phone Favourites!”
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Matthew Jackson of the Somerset Health Practice is well known locally as a trusted osteopath and acupuncturist who is truly dedicated to helping and healing people through modern natural medicine. He is also an expert herbalist and registered practitioner, having trained in London and China with world class professionals.
Matthew is always studying new ways and gaining new qualifications to help his clients, taking a holistic approach. These include Shockwave and Laser therapy for pain, injury and wounds alongside hyperbaric oxygen therapy for longevity, chronic disease healing and enhanced performance. Look online for Somerset Shockwave and Origin Oxygen and read informative e-books.
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Whist Drive
Whist Drive, every Monday Night at Draycott Memorial Hall, 7:30pm start. For further details call Lance 01934 782711.
We welcome new members to Mendip Folk Dance Club
Come along to St James’s Church Centre, Winscombe, BS25 1BA and learn some different styles of English Country Dancing, with a friendly and helpful group of people. The club meets on the 2nd, 4th and 5th Mondays in the month (except August and Bank Holidays), from 8:00pm to 10:00pm. You do not need to bring a partner and your first evening is free, thereafter it’s £3 per evening, including tea and coffee. We look forward to seeing you. Please ring Pat on 01934 742853 to find out more.
Weston Super Mare Philatelic Society, Conservative Club, BS23 1QX
Weston S Mare Philatelic Society is a small dedicated and friendly society exploring the wide range of stamps. We hold our meetings on the 2nd Tuesday at 2:00pm and the 4th Tuesday at 7:00pm each month. We give displays and hold discussions along with quizzes and visiting speakers, all are welcome
whether you are a beginner or expert your input will be welcomed at the Conservative Club, Alexandra Parade, just across the road from Tesco’s. We look forward to seeing you, for further information contact me at - darrell.kellett@outlook.com
Lenny’s Community Cafe
Lenny’s cafe is open on alternate Fridays in Shipham Village Hall, serving light lunches and delicious homemade cakes from 11.00am to 2:00pm. It’s a warm, friendly place where you can come and meet and make new friends. Everyone welcome! Donations are made to different charities every month.
Join the Junior Parkrun family - Walk, Jog, Run, Volunteer
Cheddar Junior Parkrun, every Sunday meet at 08:45 at Kings Fitness and Leisure (BS27 3AH) for our friendly briefing and warm up. For 4-14 year olds but adults can join in with their kids too, or simply watch as they complete 2 laps of the playing field or even join the volunteers!
Free and easy to take part, no special kit required, wear whatever you like, just register on the Parkrun site beforehand (www.parkrun.org.uk/register/) and bring your barcode (electronic or otherwise) on the day. See you next Sunday!
For a free no-obligation site visit, please call Jordan or Courtney
Dream Doors celebrates 25 years with £250 voucher giveaway
Local kitchen makeover company, Dream Doors, recently celebrated their 25th anniversary, and they’re asking their followers to submit their favourite family recipe, or memory in the kitchen over this time.
The company have seen kitchen trends and popular styles change over the past 25 years, but one thing remains the same is that the kitchen space is the heart of any home. This campaign encourages customers to reminisce on their favourite times, with one lucky winner being gifted a £250 food shop voucher to recreate their favourite recipe.
Dream Doors began trading in 1999 and now has 90 showrooms nationwide, with their North Somerset showroom opening in 2012, after finding a gap in the market for affordable kitchen makeovers that caused minimal disruption to the home. By simply replacing the doors and drawer fronts, Dream Doors allows you to completely revamp your space, for up to 50% less than a fully fitted kitchen. Avoiding the unnecessary removal of the cabinets allows for their fitters to be in and out in as little as 2-3 days, meaning customers can be enjoying their new kitchen in no time!
Dream Doors also have a commitment to sustainability, providing kitchens that benefit both the homeowner, and the planet. By actively encouraging customers to reuse their existing cabinetry, and ensuring all materials removed are disposed of responsibly, Dream Doors North Somerset are making every effort to reduce the impact to the environment made by the kitchen industry.
Do you have a memory to share? Visit the Dream Doors Facebook page to enter!
Why not visit our showroom at 5 The Precinct, Brinsea Road, Congresbury, Somerset BS49 5JG to see how you can start your kitchen makeover journey. There you can view a wide range of kitchen doors styles and colours, as well a selection of modern appliances, storage solutions, and lighting options, to complete your kitchen makeover.
QUALITY KITCHEN MAKEOVERS
by simply replacing the doors and worktops
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› Worktops and appliances
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5 The Precinct, Brinsea Road, Congresbury, BS49 5JG
Call us now for a free estimate: 01934 832361 or 01275 562031
Give the gift of adding life to days
Weston Hospicecare delivers palliative care and support, free of charge, at a time that can be extremely difficult for local people and their families. Only 18% of funding is covered by the NHS, so our hospice relies on the foresight and generosity of our community to ensure we can continue to care for future generations.
Amazingly, 1 in 5 of our patients’ care is funded because someone kindly remembered Weston Hospicecare in their Will.
If you’re considering leaving a legacy, take advantage of Make Your Will Week 2025: www.westonhospicecare.org.uk/event/ makeyourwillweek/
Volunteers needed to save toads in Winscombe, Webbington & Priddy
Help is needed to prevent toads being killed on our roads during the annual migration.
Organised patrols operate on suitable evenings during peak traffic time.
Webbington Toad Patrol: Email Bindy at bindycardy@yahoo.com
Priddy Toad Patrol: Email John at jdickson61@aol.com
Join a free and friendly Health Walk!
30 to 60 minute Health Walks are available in Churchill and Cheddar, Clevedon, Congresbury, Long Ashton, Nailsea, Portishead, Weston-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/getactive/walking/
Or contact us at: getactive@n-somerset.gov.uk / 01275 882 730
‘Companionship through socialising and sharing experiences with likeminded people’
Street Branch Royal Naval Association covers all areas of Somerset and meets monthly in the Wessex Hotel, 15 High St. Street, Somerset BA16 0EF.
Current and ex RN, RM, WRNS, RFA, Reserves and Commonwealth personnel are welcome. Associate membership is also available to relatives of current and former serving personnel, Sea/Marine Cadet staff and civilians. Monthly meetings include a raffle and end with the option of staying for lunch at the hotel.
Contact Chairman Mike Jayes, Tel: 07805 516946
Email: streetrnachair@gmail.com for details of the next meeting.
Let Your Garden Shine: Support Weston Hospicecare!
Join us in making a difference! By opening you garden, you can help provide ongoing FREE care for patients living with lifelimiting illnesses. Last year, we raised over £11,000.00, and with your support, we can exceed that this year.
Let’s come together to create beautiful spaces and raise vital funds for those in need. Open your garden and be a part of this incredible cause!
Please contact info@westonhospicecare.org.uk
SPA Singles Social Group – South West, Est. 1979
We are a member led group, aiming to help you make new friends and improve your social life. Welcoming active, 40+ singles throughout the South West. Your local branch is Wells & Mendip. Events include meals, walks, music, holidays, day trips, social evenings, theatre, etc. and whatever members wish to organize.
Find us on the meetup website at www.meetup.com/spa-social-group
Or use the meetup app and search for “SPA singles group south west”
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Wheelchairs and Accessories
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Over 25 years experience • Approved member of ‘ICI Dulux Select’ • ‘Trust Mark’ approved tradesmen
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Call: 01278 785678 or 07736 321416
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• Property renovation advice
• Knowledge and experience in period properties
• Property staging prior to sale & more…
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• Ball-Valves
• Washing Machines & Sanitary Ware Installed
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Experienced, Mature, Reliable
Fencing, Sheds, Gates - Supplied, Fitted or Repaired
Garden - Landscaping, Medium Sized Trees Felled, Hedge Trimming
Masonry - Stone Walls Re-pointed, Use of Lime Mortar
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