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Staying Independent and Safe in your Home Making sure your home fits your needs is vital, especially for seniors or those who might have trouble getting around. The ability to navigate safely within the house profoundly influences an individual’s dignity and overall well-being. If everyday tasks such as entering and exiting the house, using the bathroom, or preparing a meal become challenging, it’s crucial to consider making improvements.

Despite concerns about costs, financial assistance is available through a government backed Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG), which can provide up to £30,000 for home alterations. This grant aims to help individuals with qualifying conditions remain independent and safe. Whether it involves renovating a bathroom, making the kitchen more accessible, or converting a room into a wetroom or bedroom, the DFG offers valuable support. To apply, individuals can contact their local council or visit www.gov. uk/disabled-facilities-grants for more information. If eligible for a grant finding a trusted company to conduct the renovation is the next step. AHM Installations Ltd are accessible bathing specialists and have been creating bespoke bathrooms and wetrooms across the UK for over 24 years. They are offer ‘bath out shower in’ options, or they can create a full wetroom or install a walk-in bath. Sometimes a full renovation may not be required and simple adaptations such as installing grab rails, or a drop-down seat can significantly improve daily life.

AHM understands it can feel daunting and that customers may have concerns before undertaking home renovations, but their friendly team guides customers through every step. Home surveyors visit to comprehend the challenges and they will assess the available space and provide a customised, budgetfriendly solution. Founded in 1999, by Simon and Julie Symcox, the family-run company draws on their nursing and mobility industry backgrounds. With customers at the heart, Julie and Simon are driven by a genuine desire to offer life changing solutions, at a fair cost whilst delivering a high standard of customer care. Their commitment to excellence is evident in the ‘Excellent’ Trustpilot rating.

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RNLI Winscombe Bicentennial Super Quiz – Saturday 27th January

“Music Matters” - Singing for Fun and Community - Axbridge

Contact Tina Joyce by e-mail meejlfh@gmail.com or tel 01934 842304 for more details.

Celebrate the voice YOU have and join us for an afternoon of song. Open to those living with Dementia, Parkinson’s, other brain atrophy and/or those feeling isolated – Join us with your partner/ carer - you’re ALL VERY WELCOME. Enjoy a drink, a biscuit and chat with others before singing starts.

Facilitated by Maureen Campbell a trained Singing-for-the-Brain facilitator and Movement Psychotherapist.

Tel. 01934 852869.

Meet alternate Tuesdays, Axbridge Town Hall.

Times 2:15pm - 3:45pm. £2 donation welcomed.

Next sessions: Jan 30th; Feb 13th & 27th; March 12th & 26th.

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2024 is the Bicentennial of the formation of the RNLI and RNLI Winscombe & District Branch will hold a Bicentennial Super Quiz at 7:00pm on Saturday 27th January in Shipham Village Hall, New Road, Winscombe BS25 1SG. The Quiz will be for teams of six (£12 per member) and the price will include Tina’s Mega Ploughman’s Supper; there will be a bar and a raffle.

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Royal Air Forces Association Midsomerset Branch – February Programme RAFA-MSB will meet on Monday 5th February at 11:00am in Wells Golf Club, Blackheath Lane, Wells, BA5 3DS for a Branch Meeting including a Presentation by the Reverend Ken Brown entitled “Sky Pilot” followed by an optional Pub Lunch and drinks.

Note the 2024 AGM is on Monday 4th March at 11:00am in Wells Golf Club.

The Branch covers BS25, BS26, BS27, BS28, BA4, BA5, BA16, TA10 & TA11 postal areas. Contact e-mail rafa.midsomerset@gmail.com or 01458 224057. Members from any RAFA Branch, Current and Ex-RAF Personnel and Reserves welcome.

Axbridge Royal British Legion The first meeting of the year will be on 6th February at 11:00am in The Lamb Inn, Axbridge. Do come along and meet everyone, join discussing plans for the future and bring new ideas to the group.

Enjoy socialising over morning Coffee. Any queries or information about the work of the British Legion contact Shirley Scane on 01934 732630 or Shirleyrosser4@yahoo.co.uk

Cheddar Gorge Visitor Information Centre re-opening The Visitor Information Centre (VIC) which has been run by local volunteers for the past two years will be re-opening after its winter shutdown on 10th February. The former National Trust shop carries a wide range of walking guides, maps and other local information as well as a good selection of gifts and merchandise. The centre will be open 10:30am - 3:30pm every day during half term and then weekends only until Easter. Anyone interested in joining the team of volunteers should email cheddargorgevic@gmail.com

Axbridge District Trefoil Guild The Guild will be meeting on 13th February at 2:00pm in the Catholic Church Rooms, Cheddar.

At the time of writing this plans for the afternoon have not yet been confirmed. As it is Thinking Day this month it may well have a Thinking Day theme.

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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.

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Burnham Area Flower Club Tuesday 13th February. Catholic Church Hall, Oxford Street, B.O.S. Doors open 7:00pm. Time to have a cup of tea or coffee and a chat before the meeting starting at 7:30pm. Then enjoy a demonstration given by Kathryn Delve of Yatton.

“Waste not want not.” There will also be a plant stall to give you inspiration for your spring garden.

Also our sales table for you to top up your floral needs in time for our workshop on Saturday 16th March. More news on that next month.

Isle of Wedmore Society Our February meeting will take place on Thursday 22nd at 7:30pm in the Wedmore Masonic Hall.

The speaker will be Tim Richens who will give a talk ‘My journey from accident to recovery - almost.’

He will give us insights on how to help oneself to medical recovery. Members free, visitors £5 (a price increase!) with free tea/coffee afterwards.

Contact Ian Tomes on 01934 710390.

Old Station Millennium Green Jumble Sale, Winscombe 2:00pm, Saturday 24th February at Winscombe Community Centre, BS25 1JA. Please support this fundraising event for the Millennium Green community site. Anything saleable, including white elephant, books, toys and bric-a-brac to cakes and produce appreciated. Items can be dropped at the Centre between 9:30am and 12:00pm on the day, or phone 01934 843461 for help. Have a ‘turn-out’ for us or come along and ‘rummage’. Organisers: Winscombe & Sandford Millennium Green Trust The Trust also has a two-hour work session on Monday mornings to maintain the site in good order for local residents to enjoy nature. All

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Jumble Sale Christmas and New Year are a distant memory – January was a restful month and now February is here we’re refreshed and raring to go! The next event for Cheddar Vale Lions Club is a Jumble Sale on Saturday 24th February in Cheddar Village Hall at 2:00pm. If you have any Jumble or bric-a-brac to donate, we will be taking it from 12 noon on the day.

A date to put in you diaries is for our 3rd Country Music Festival being held on 18th/19th May at Petruth Paddocks, Labourham Drove, Cheddar BS27 3FS. It is an outdoor event with camping on site - more details on our website – www.cheddarvalelions.org.uk We are still collecting Humanitarian Aid for Ukraine which is being taken out in convoys from the West Country approximately once a month – sleeping bags, tents, all baby items, medical aid including wheelchairs, crutches etc, in date medicines and good outdoor clothing is all desperately needed.

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There may be some inconvenience to the customer, particularly if furniture moving is involved, so sometimes we get permission to fit the faulty piece while we are waiting for a replacement.

Most problems are connected with the manufacturing process, which involves machines working at high speed, so there might be missing tufts, or lines on the carpet. Faults like that can be seen quite easily. If tufts are missing, sometimes the manufacturer replaces the carpet and sometimes they will re-tuft it, using matching yarn.

Expensive Axminster carpets are inspected with a light behind to show up missing tufts before they leave the factory. Adding the missing tufts in the right colour is a skilled job with a heavily patterned carpet.

We had one fault where a heather effect carpet was made up of tufts of slightly different colours.

When it was laid, a clear black line could be seen down the length of the carpet where the different coloured tufts were decidedly not randomly spaced. Sometimes the backing is rucked up, which affects the appearance of the carpet.

RNLI Winscombe District Annual General Meeting – Thursday 29th February RNLI Winscombe & District Branch will hold its Annual General Meeting at 3:00pm on Thursday 29th February. All Branch Committee Members, regular helpers and supporters are encouraged to attend. The Meeting will include a Presentation on 2023 activities, a review of 2023 accounts, election of the Branch Committee, and discussion of the proposed 2024 Programme. For further details of the venue, the agenda and presentation please contact the Chairman Allan Cooper 01934 842954, e-mail: allan.coop@tiscali.co.uk, or Secretary Mary Wallace 01934 842075, e-mail: mary.wallace@hotmail.co.uk

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Winscombe Community Association Quiz Night Saturday 16th March. £10 per person to include buffet supper, doors open 7:00pm, first question at 7:30pm. Max team size 6, bar available. To book your table please telephone 01934 844357.

Toad Patrols in Operation Now Please drive carefully through Winscombe Hill, Priddy & Webbington. On warm damp evenings during February & March toads migrate to their breeding ponds, crossing roads to get there, hundreds get killed by traffic. Volunteers will be assisting toads on roads. The UK toad population is estimated to have suffered 68% decline since 1990. To volunteer email: Winscombe: winscombehilltoadpatrol@gmail.com Priddy: jdickson61@aol.com Webbington: bindycardy@yahoo.com

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Then why not join a small group of volunteers who regularly maintain The Green and make it so enjoyable for all to use. Just a couple of hours every Monday from 10:00am to 12noon is all that is required.

Please come and meet Rod or David who will be working on The Green most Mondays during the above hours for further information.

Badminton in Winscombe We are the original Winscombe Mixed Badminton Club based at The Church Centre (aka St James Hall), Woodborough Road, Winscombe for over 4 decades now. Mostly on Wednesdays at 8:00pm, occasionally Tuesdays. Non-league matches.

New members of all ages & abilities always welcome. Interested? Please contact Mike on 01934 842465 or 07779 377046, or Paul on 01934 843729. Or just turn up, if you prefer. Spare racquets available. First attendance free.

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New Year, Old Pets: Prioritising Your Pet’s Health for a Happy and Active Life Arthritis in pets can stem from various factors. The first is general wear and tear which can be normal over the course of your pet’s lifetime, especially as they move into their senior years.

Activities like repeated ball throwing or high-impact exercises can accelerate this wear and tear. Additionally, injuries can pave the way for arthritis. Lifestyle choices, including weight management and exercise also play a part in the likelihood of a pet developing arthritis as well as genetics. Breeds such as Labradors, German shepherds and Scottish folds are just a few of many breeds that exhibit a higher predisposition.

Owners play a crucial role in detecting signs of arthritis in their pets. Symptoms of arthritis aren’t always as obvious as a pronounced limp, other indicators include things such as overtiredness, aggressive reaction to touching, struggling to groom, and reluctance to go on walks.

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Weight clinics with a nurse can be a great way to help you keep your pets weight on track if you’re struggling.

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Prevention and management are key during these wet months. Check your horses’ legs daily to help spot the early signs, making it easier to manage and increase the chance of success with treatment. You can help with prevention by: - Minimising prolonged exposure to - Drying their legs thoroughly wet conditions - Cleaning bedding areas - Good pasture management measures - Addressing any underlying - Using barrier creams conditions promptly Early veterinary consultation for accurate diagnosis is imperative to help your horse if you suspect they have mud fever. However, there are a few ways you can help including washing affected areas with a mild anti-bacterial warm water wash and drying thoroughly. Where the cases are more severe, or in horses with thick feathers, you will need to clip away the surrounding hair to allow for rigorous cleaning. Whilst cleaning try to remove any dirt or scabs, however it is important to be gentle as it is possible this area will be very sore. Speak to your veterinary team about the best treatment options for your horse and recommendations for barrier and treatment creams.

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What is the difference between a nursing home and a residential care home?

Seeking care for yourself or a loved one can feel like a daunting prospect, especially if you are not sure about the type of care that may be needed. It doesn’t help that terms such as ‘nursing home’ or ‘care home’ are often used interchangeably, even though they can mean very different things.

Our guide will help you to translate the terminology, and know how to ask for the care that you need.

What is nursing care? How is it different to residential care?

Both nursing care and residential care are provided to residents within a specialist care home.

Residential care is suited to individuals who need a little support with their daily routines and personal care (such as washing and dressing), or help with mealtimes and routine medication. All housework tasks, cooking and laundry will also be undertaken for you.

Nursing care is an enhanced level of residential care, which may be required to support individuals who are living with complex needs or long-term medical conditions. Specialist nursing care will be delivered by qualified nurses, who can offer 24/7 hospital-standard nursing care, within a more comfortable, and less clinical, nursing home environment.

A requirement for nursing care does not necessarily result from living with a particular condition, but is more about the amount of support that an individual needs in order to live well with that condition.

For example, an individual living with diabetes who is able to manage their condition with tablets which they can administer themselves, may only require residential care. However, an individual whose sugar levels are more unstable, and whose diabetes is managed with insulin injections which they cannot administer themselves, will require more support and may require nursing care.

How will I know if I need nursing care?

The level of care an individual requires is referred to as a ‘dependency level’. Your dependency level will be determined as part of the care assessment which is carried out before you move into residential or nursing care. This assessment will look at everything from the support you may need with personal care or eating, to your medication requirements, mobility and wellbeing.

Dependency levels can go up or down, meaning that an individual requirements might change from residential care to nursing care, or vice versa.

For instance, an individual who has recently had a hip replacement operation may initially need a very high level of support, but this could reduce as

their rehabilitation progresses and they become more mobile. Equally, an individual living with a degenerative condition may initially require residential care, but this requirement could increase to nursing care over time.

Should I choose a nursing home or a residential care home?

Whilst a residential care home will generally only offer residential care, the vast majority of nursing homes will offer both residential care and specialist nursing care.

If you expect your care needs to change over time, it is worth moving into a nursing home which offers both residential care and nursing care, so that you will not need to move to a different care home at a later date to ensure that your needs can be met.

Your nursing home will regularly review your support needs to ensure that you are receiving the right level of care for your safety and wellbeing.

How can I arrange nursing or residential care?

The first step is to discuss your requirements with a care provider which offers both residential and nursing care. They will be able to advise if they can meet your individual needs, and arrange a guided tour for you at your chosen nursing or care home.

Make the right choice for you Your wellbeing is just as important as your physical health, so make sure that your chosen nursing or residential care home enables you to receive the support you need in an environment where you can feel at home.

For nursing and residential care guidance, please contact Somerset Care’s enquiries team on 0800 8174 990 or visit somersetcare.co.uk

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The Bank of Mum and Dad If I asked you to name the top 10 banks in the UK, could you name them all, sure we’d all name HSBC, Barclays, Lloyds but would The Bank of Mum and Dad be in your top 10?

A recent survey showed 84% of parents helped their children with deposits which contributes to 26% of funds to the UK housing market, this makes the bank of Mum and Dad the 9th largest bank in the UK. Over latest figures in 2023 show that: · Over half of under 35s who recently brought a home received financial help · BoMaD gifts reached £8.1 billion · 318,400 house purchases were supported by the Bank of Mum and Dad One-way parents do this is by releasing equity in their own property, this can be done by a traditional mortgage, increasing the loan amount, or depending on the circumstances there are more specialist lenders who have Retirement interest only mortgages (RIO’s). This is where the mortgage balance doesn’t decrease and only the interest is repaid each month, they are aimed at customers aged 50 and over regardless of whether they are retired or still working. RIOs are similar to a standard interest only mortgage, the main difference being that there is no term - the mortgage will run indefinitely and only repaid on the customer(s) entering long term care or death. RIO mortgages can be repaid early in the same way mainstream mortgages are and there are also fixed rates available. The main benefit of them is the way affordability is assessed using assets, private and state pensions and employed/ self-employed incomes.

So why use us? Ultimately, it’s our job to find the right mortgage for your needs. We do this by assessing your requirements and then making a recommendation that puts your needs first.

With access to a vast array of lenders and the ability to tap into exclusive deals that are not available on the high street we aim to make sure you never pay a lender more than you need to. Life is busy, we know that, so we will apply to the lender on your behalf and manage the whole mortgage process, leaving you free to continue with other important tasks.

Call us on 01275 244360 so that we can arrange a no obligation discussion.

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Iwood Health Áine Ashby - Craniosacral Therapist Craniosacral Therapy, helping ease pain and aid vitality in body, mind and spirit. CST is a touch based therapy with its roots in osteopathy. A gentle yet potent way of supporting our innate capacity to selfregulate and move towards states of balance and cohesion.

Just as the tides are in constant ebb and flow, the systems of the body are also in continual motion.

When faced with stress or disturbances - physical, emotional or relational, our natural state of motion can become compromised and disconnected from the whole. These areas of inertia and restricted function manifest in an array of symptoms, illness or general disconnect and lack in vitality. CST uses light touch to palpate these subtle movements, detecting areas of stasis and gently working on dissipating held forces, bringing motion and integration back into the body. The gentle nature of this work makes it safe from newborns onwards.

Phone: 07708383370.

John Mann - Hypnotherapist Hypnosis is the method of parking your conscious thinking brain, giving access to the sub-conscious and at this point all healing is possible.

At birth our sub-conscious is pre-wired with two things - the fear of falling, and the fear loud noise!

All the other fears and phobias, good and bad are then learnt. Many clients present issues caused by locked in feelings and emotions from earlier life traumas. Regression Hypnosis releases energies associated with trauma by getting back to the root cause or causes.

Hypnotherapy helps you achieve the life you deserve by treating: Addictions, Panic Attacks, P.T.S.D, Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Confidence issues, O.C.D, Weight problems, Grief, Physical Illness, Pain, Insomnia, Stammering, Dental Fears, Allergies, Skin Disorders, Guilt, Sexual Problems and Phobias.

- Spiritual Hypnotherapy and Past Life Regression Enhanced DBS checked to work with children and vulnerable adults - Registered NCH and CNCH. Phone: 07724609548.

Dan Lloyd Acupuncture

Jackie Pamment Acupuncture

Chinese Medicine techniques, Reiki, Men’s Health and Muscular Skeletal Specialist

Moxa, Cupping, Massage, Fascial Trauma Release, Migraine Specialist

07815814886

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Victoria Gazzard Neurodiversity & Women’s Health

Kim Kakebe Japanese & Five Element Acupuncture

www.victoriagazzard.com

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Coaching, Counselling, EFT (Tapping) & Gentle Release Energy Healing

07701046226

John Mann Clinical Hypnotherapy

Extra fine & Touch Needling, Moxibustion, Tui Na massage, Gua Sha and Cupping

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Hazel Ballantine Nutritional Therapy

For Anxiety, Depression, Pain Management, IBS Panic Attacks, PTSD, Past Life, & Inner Child

For Health, Wellbeing and Immunity, Nourish your body through food choices, Supplements, & Testing

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Áine Ashby Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy

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Gentle bodywork helping you orientate to health and aid vitality in body mind and spirit. For all Ages.

Drawing on different therapeutic models, with the Therapeutic Relationship being central.

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Somerset Wood Recycling Somerset Wood Recycling has been handmaking furniture in our workshop in Westonsuper-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 work by Somerset-based makers • Eco-coffins • Timber warehouse with reclaimed wood, and sustainably sourced softwoods and hardwoods • Firewood and kindling 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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‘Warm in Wedmore’ this winter Good chat, good company and excellent soup! At the Masonic Hall in Wedmore, 10:00am to 2:00pm every Wednesday and Thursday until early March.

Join us… and bring a friend.

David Hopkins 07984 924432.

A Warm Welcome at Lenny’s Cafe in Shipham Why not drop in at Lenny’s Community Cafe at Shipham Village Hall on alternate Fridays, 11:00am - 3:00pm? Serving coffee, tea, homemade cakes, and light lunches. Come and make new friends.

All profits to charity.

Prickles Hedgehog Rescue Prickles Hedgehog Rescue would be very interested to hear from anyone with a little spare time on their hands who could help with morning clean outs or afternoon feeding for our little prickly residents. We would also be grateful for old newspapers for our clean out routine.

Please call if you can help 07806 744772.

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Join a free and friendly Health Walk!

LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z BOILERS

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.

Defibrillator Project Installs More Defibs Within The Local Community!

The Donate For Defibrillator Weston-Super-Mare Project continues to work with venues to purchase public accessible defibrillators. 6 public accessible defibrillators have been installed and other defibrillators are on order for various venues. The funds for these have all been raised by the venues, fundraising Great Western Heart Starters are also providing CPR training for venue staff that have bought defibrillator(s) in February and a couple of sessions are available for members of the public to book onto via the link on our Website, www.donatefordefibwsm.co.uk

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BUILDERS

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DRIVEWAYS

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WE SPECIALISE IN ALL ASPECTS OF DRIVEWAYS

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CURTAINS

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

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WE’LL HAVE AN OPTION TO SUIT Repairs to AND Existing Roads & Potholes YOUR PROPERTY YOUR BUDGET Our friendly team have the skills and experience to guarantee a durable, robust driveway or patio to compliment your home and add kerb appeal and value for many years to come.

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DIY Check out our 4.7 Star rating

Cheddars First & Finest DIY store

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DOMESTIC APPLIANCE REPAIRS AND SALES

Domestic Appliance Sales and Repairs

01934 517657 www.brownsdomestics.co.uk Freestanding and integrated appliance specialists Local family business established 39 years All work insured and guaranteed

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Local, trusted, vetted & insured electricians

• Extra switches, lights & sockets • Fault finding and repairs • Outdoor lighting & • Installation, removal & security lighting adaptations of circuits • Smoke & carbon monoxide • Electrical installation alarms condition reports • Domestic appliances connected • Consumer unit upgrades • Telecom wiring

No job too big or small…Call now

01934 268023

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Are your walls and hedges a little rough around the edges?

Hedge trimming • Strimming Stone wall repairs • Lime pointing Lime washing • Gardening Pruning • Waste clearance Home improvement and maintenance

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JEWELLERY

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Wheelchairs and Accessories Walking Sticks and Accessories Rise & Recline Chairs Mobility Scooters • Daily Living Aids

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LANDSCAPING

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Building and Landscaping PATIOS • DRIVEWAYS • WALLING ARTIFICIAL GRASS • FENCING Free quote & development advice

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R.Spittal Decorating 30 years experience | External and internal work Attention to detail | Wallpapering and restoration work

Free quotations

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PAINTERS & DECORATORS CONTINUED

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Chapple Interiors

Mike Blackmore & Son

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

Independent Local Plumber

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

Tel: 01934 824888

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• Painting & Decorating • Property renovation advice • Knowledge and experience in period properties • Property staging prior to sale & more…

Travis Lapworth

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Axbridge Plastering

Covering all aspects of plastering in the Somerset area • Over 30 years of experience Call Andrew now for a free no obligation quote or advice: 07825 478106 or email: AxbridgePlastering@gmail.com

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

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