Joe’s Doors can simply transform your kitchen by replacing the doors, panels and trims. With a huge range of kitchen styles to choose from, this cost effective, fuss free service, can be completed in under two days and best of all you don’t even need to empty the cupboards!
Call now to take advantage of a free survey, free quote and free design service....with no pressure selling.
Transform your worktops with Quartzize stone overlays
Why replace your worktops when this unique quartz overlay simply fits over your existing surface. Here are some of the amazing benefits:
•Timeless - Looks clean and modern.
•Hygienic - A perfectly smooth surface.
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•Easily Installed - Fitted in less than a day.
Join in with North Somerset Walk Fest this May!
Look out for a brochure full of walks and events happening across North Somerset for the whole of May, to celebrate National Walking Month
Pick up a copy in your local library, or visit: n-somerset. gov.uk/nswalkfest to find out more.
West Mendip Walkers May walks programme. Come and join us
Thursday 2nd May: Moderate 10m circular walk from Pewsey Downs car park (SN8 4LU).
Community Notices are free of charge
Please visit www.localreach.co.uk and click on Community Notices page
Deadline is 29th April for the June issues
Thursday 9th May: Moderate 9m circular walk from Ham Hill (TA14 6RW).
Thursday 16th May: Moderate 10.5m circular walk from Nether Stowey Medical Centre (TA5 1NW).
Wednesday 22nd May: Strenuous 12m linear walk from Ledbury Railway Station (HR8 1AR).
Thursday 23rd May: Moderate 10m circular walk from British Camp car park (WR13 6DW).
Thursday 30th May: Moderate 9m circular walk from East Harptree Woods (BS40 6DA).
Walks start 9:30am except Wednesday 22nd May which starts 10:00am.
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For a free no-obligation site visit, please call Jordan or Courtney
Spring into summer in Loxton
Loxton & Christon sunflower growing competition is underway. Get seeds and register at any Loxton village hall event, or from the VH porch.
3rd May: Friday Quiz Night, with licenced bar at Loxton Village Hall from 7:30pm. All welcome.
For your diary: Horse race event with bar, St Andrew’s Farm Loxton Saturday 22nd June. Fun for all ages, sponsor a race, take part or place a bet.
Loxton summer BBQ and rounders: Hullabaloos of Loxton, Saturday 6th July.
For more information or to be added to mailing list, email: secretaryloxtonvh@gmail.com
‘Find Out’ and ‘Try Out’ for our health and wellbeing
‘Find Out’ and ‘Try Out’ what is on offer in Wedmore at our Health & Wellbeing Day on Saturday 4th May, 9:30am to 2:30pm. Visit over 40 exhibitors in three venues, Wedmore Village Hall, the Masonic Hall and St Mary’s Church. You can find out how a Health Coach supports patients, have your blood pressure tested, hear joyful singing in the Church and listen to the ringing of the bells. Then relax with a drink and delicious cake in St Mary’s Coffee Shop. Free entry. Tel 01934 806266
Axbridge Royal British Legion
This months meeting will be on Tuesday 7th May at 11:00am in The Lamb Inn, Axbridge. The Speaker will be from The Commonwealth War Graves Commission outlining what the Commission is all about and what it does. Any queries about this or anything about the Legion please contact Shirley Scane on 01934 732630 or on shirley.rosser4@yahoo.co.uk
“Music Matters” - Singing for Fun and Community - Axbridge
Celebrate the voice YOU have and join us for an afternoon of song. Open to those living with Dementia, Parkinson’s, other brain atrophy or those feeling isolated - along with your partner/carer - you are 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: May 7th, 21st; June 4th, 18th; July 2nd, 16th, 30th.
Cheddar Male Choir, 10th May, Concert for Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance
Mark your calendars! The Cheddar Male Choir is thrilled to announce their upcoming concert on Friday 10th May, starting at 7:30pm sharp. Doors open at 7:00pm at Draycott Memorial Hall (BS27 3UE).
Prepare for an unforgettable evening filled with show-stopping performances spanning musicals, chart-toppers, and timeless male voice classics. Tickets are a steal at £10 and can be obtained from Deane’s of Cheddar, any choir member, or purchased at the door on concert night. For further details, inquiries, or to express your support, email contactcheddarmalechoir@gmail.com
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6 The Terrace, Folly Lane, Shipham. BS25 1TE info@follyframing.co.uk
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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 counties. Across all of the Trust’s retirement villages and care homes, our commitment to providing older people with the best experience of ageing is as important today as it was for our founders over a century ago.
To find out how you could enjoy a first class retirement at Sandford Station book your place on a guided tour now by calling 0117 919 4250. You can also visit www.stmonicatrust.org.uk for more information, to watch an aerial tour and see details of available apartments.
FIRST CLASS RETIREMENT LIVING IN NORTH SOMERSET
To learn more about village life book your place on a guided tour now by calling 0117 919 4250, or visit www.stmonicatrust.org.uk for more information and details of available properties.
Do you rely on an ageing computer?
In the last few months, we’ve been called in to a greater number of customers with computers over 7 years old, with various hardware related problems. In some cases, there has been data lost due to a failed component and no backup, so this raises the question of the reliability of older machines. We appreciate that some machines work faultlessly for years and why fix something that isn’t broken, but the fact is that electrical devices, especially with moving parts, can fail without any warning, so we encourage people to initially make sure their important data is backed up, and then consider replacing or upgrading their computer. Some customers are concerned about the cost of replacing equipment, which is particularly the case for Apple computers so it is worth mentioning that we can move data from Apple to Microsoft with a much cheaper replacement cost.
Another good reason for replacing older computers is that in almost all cases, the operating system is no longer supported, so with recent advances in speed, security and reliability added for both Windows and Mac operating systems, these are added benefits of replacing an older computer.
If you think that you could benefit from having an older computer upgraded, or even the data backed up, please get in touch.
Neil Buzzard, Director, Computer Problem Solutions
Jumble Sale And Summer Bazaar
A good old fashioned JUMBLE SALE to be held in Mark Church Hall on 11th May 10:00am - 12:00pm. For Mark Church. Drop off 4:00pm - 6:00pm on 10th. Any Help much appreciated.
SUMMER BAZAAR 13th July 2:00pm - 4:00pm. Cream teas, competitions, stalls etc. Details to follow.
It’s Official - Axbridge District Rotary has been chartered!
Since formation, Axbridge District Rotary has been operating as a ‘satellite’ club of Burnham-on-Sea Rotary Club, but that has now changed. On 29th February the Club was chartered meaning that Axbridge District Rotary is a Rotary Club of its own standing and we are looking forward to continuing our community supporting and charity fundraising activities. The Club would to thank the members of Burnham-on-Sea Rotary Club for their support and to our continued working together.
Our next ‘big’ fundraiser is a Charity Quiz Night on 11th May at Shipham Village Hall - Full details will be on our Facebook page in due course. The Club have held a number of these successful/enjoyable nights over the last couple of years with in-excess of £5000 being generated to local charities. Come along and find out how we do that. We meet on the first and
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Open Wildlife Friendly Garden and Art Display
May 11th & 12th, 11:00am - 4:00pm at Wicken House, Vicarage Lane, Compton Bishop BS26 2HL. £5 entry. Refreshments & Homemade Cakes available. In aid of St Andrew’s Church Fabric Fund.
Royal Air Forces Association MidSomerset Branch – May Meeting
RAFA-MSB next Branch Meeting is on Monday 13th May at 11:00 am in Wells Golf Club, Blackheath Lane, Wells, BA5 3DS. The Meeting will include a Presentation by a Guest Speaker. The meeting will conclude with an option for a Pub Lunch and drinks from the Golf Club Menu and bar. The Branch covers BS25, BS26, BS27, BS28, BA4, BA5, BA6, BA16, TA10 & TA11 postal areas. RAFA Members, Current and Ex-RAF and Reserves Personnel, Current and ExCommonwealth Air Forces Personnel, Members of RAF Family welcome. Contact Secretary: rafa. midsomerset@gmail.com or 01458 224057
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 01934 805862.
Whatever your requirement, AbbeyCare are here for you.
Excellent care in a Christian environment
Our homes provide a comfortable and calm environment and maintain an atmosphere of respect, dignity and privacy whilst ensuring physical, spiritual, medical and psychological needs are met.
All residents’ rooms are kept in good decorative order and most have ensuite facilities or wet rooms. Baths with hoists are also available for ease of use. We encourage our residents to personalise their private rooms so that they feel very much at home. We take great pride in offering the highest standards of accommodation and facilities; the level of care we give to every one of our residents is exactly what we would want our own loved ones to receive, so you will find that our homes are run very much along the lines of a comfortable caring family home, where each resident is a valued member of our small community.
We have a varied programme of social activities including trips out in our wheelchair accessible mini bus, singa-longs, musical movement, talks and demonstrations and various in house activities. Families and friends are welcome to join us.
Whether you are looking for a little time to relax and recuperate, a friendly day-time gathering or somewhere to call a home then please let us show you around!
We have three beautiful homes in Weston-super-Mare.
Abbey Gate
This was AbbeyCare’s first care home and the largest, opened in 1961.
T: 01934 621166
Gough House
This home overlooks
Ellenborough Park in Westonsuper-Mare, it provides a day care centre and a holiday respite short-stay service.
T: 01934 622019
The Links
The smallest of our homes, accommodating 11 people of 65 and over.
T: 01934 625869
Cheddar Vale Lions Club 3rd Annual Country Music Festival
This month Cheddar Vale Lions Club are presenting their 3rd Annual Country Music Festival on 18th and 19th May at Petruth Paddocks Campsite in Cheddar. You can come and camp for the weekend (Friday – Sunday) or just come for a day. This year we have a limited number of half price day tickets for locals at £6 a head and £3 for 10 – 16year olds (under 10s are free). For full details visit our website – www.cheddarvalelions.org.uk or email country@ cheddarvalelions.org.uk for more information.
Make a big leap and a splash with us...
Saturday 18th May “Vintage Cheddar” at The Church Centre, 52 Woodborough Road BS25 1BA. Winscombe Folk Club is staging a Rock Concert / Dance – yep a leap into the unknown but all in aid or the RNLI which is celebrating 200 years of saving lives. The “Vintage Cheddar” Rock Band will perform songs from Chuck Berry, Jerry Lee Lewis, Roy Orbison and of course the Beatles and ABBA plus many more. Doors open at 7:30pm and tickets at £8 + fee from universe.com/ winscombe. RNLI Bar available.
Come and help support various Charities with their fundraising CHARITIES DAY - Saturday 18th May - 10:00am -
2:00pm, Banwell Scout Hut. Entry is FREE. Various Charities selling items to raise funds for their organisations. Those Charities represented will be Prickles Hedgehog Rescue, Somewhere to Go, Young Lives vs Cancer, Diabetes UK, Hearing Dogs for the Deaf, Cats Protection, Lydia Biddlecombe Trust, House of Grace Orphanage, Thailand and Fund for Human Need and Transforming Trade. Refreshments will be served throughout the event including filled rolls and home-made cakes. Further details from Laura Batt 01934 863679
Winscombe District U3A AGM & Talk
Winscombe District U3A AGM & Talk: “Tales of Derring Do: Clifton Suspension Bridge & the Daredevil Feats Performed Around It” by Laura Hilton. Monday 20th May at 2:30pm, Winscombe Community Centre, BS25 1HP. Refreshments from 2:00pm. Visitors welcome.
Isle of Wedmore Society
Our May meeting will take place on Thursday 23rd May at 7:30pm in the Wedmore Masonic Hall, when Phil Butterworth will talk on ‘A home through time’ being an account of history, from around 1750, of his home. Members free, visitors £5 with free tea/coffee afterwards. Contact Ian Tomes on 01934 710390.
Book a personal tour at a time convenient to you cliftoncollege.com
Kukkina Boutique
Kimberley Brooks, the owner and creator for Kukkina Boutique has created a shopping experience like no other, with something for everyone and every occasion! The Ultimate Shopping Experience where everyone is welcome.
Step inside the Women’s Clothing Boutique of Dreams… be wowed by what we have for you!
• Woman’s Clothing and Accessories.
• Hand Picked Garments.
• Hand Made Jewellery.
• Fizz on tap.
• Stress Free Parking.
• Tanning / Sunbed Available.
• Personal Styling available upon request.
We also welcome private shopping groups, parties and Hen do’s. Please call Kimberley to enquire –07867 315536
As well as all the above listed – Kukkina Boutique has an added Health & Beauty Wellbeing Hub within its premises, this includes the following…
Salu Aesthetics, By Sally Thorpe.
Tel: 07593 205200
Limitless Lengths, By Kirsty Gilborson.
Tel: 07305 582583
Beauty By Emma, By Emma Rogers. Tel: 07889 465689
Massage By Charlotte, By Charlotte Cossins-Price. Tel: 07594 922666
RNLI Winscombe will hold a Special Bicentennial Plant & Garden Equipment Sale on Saturday 25th May at 10:00am at Winscombe Community Centre, Sandford Road, Winscombe, BS25 1HP. Stalls will sell Greenhouse plants; Runner and French beans and Courgettes; Bedding plants and garden fillers; Acers and shrubs; garden jumble, patio items and tubs; garden & domestic tools; and guest stalls all at ‘GiveAway’ prices. There will be beverages and hot dogs. Contact Allan Cooper e-mail allan.coop@tiscali. co.uk or tel 01934 842954 or Tina Joyce e-mail meejlfh@gmail.com or tel 01934 842304.
Cheddar Valley u3a took to the airways… as a team from the group joined Simon Parkin on Radio Somerset, took part in his mid morning quiz, achieved third place and qualified for the next round. This helped publicise the Open Day, which was a great success with many of the large number of visitors becoming members after discovering what we have to offer. Our AGM takes place on 30th May at 1:30pm in Sharpham Road Pavillion and is your chance to join the Committee (only 6 meetings annually) to help shape our u3a’s future. Come along, you’ll be welcomed.
Browns… EXCELLENT SERVICE FOR NEARLY 40 YEARS!
We are delighted that recently we had a lovely card thanking us for our services when supplying and fitting a new oven. Its always a real boost to hear from happy customers.
We have been in Weston super Mare for nearly 40 years offering an excellent service locally and in the outlying areas. As a small family business, we aim to give the best level of service in both repairing and supplying domestic appliances.
WE REPAIR – washing machines, washer dryers, tumble dryers, dishwashers, cookers, ovens and hobs and integrated appliances – all our work is guaranteed, and we are fully insured.
WE SUPPLY – washing machines, washer dryers, tumble dryers, dishwashers, gas and electric cookers, ovens and hobs, fridges, freezers and fridge freezers and integrated appliances. All our machines are new and come with the manufacturers guarantee. We do not sell second hand or graded appliances.
Our prices are always competitive, and the price we give is what you pay; no adding this and that on after you’ve chosen the product! We are always happy to give advice and with our extensive knowledge and experience we can match the right machine for your needs. Our customers return to us again and again, and we even have second and third generation customers too! Its also such a privilege to be able to cater for the needs of elderly family members, with the reassurance that we are always here to help with any worries or difficulties. We also have a growing customer base of Landlords who trust us to do the best for their tenants.
So why not give us a call, you will find us friendly and helpful and always ready to listen to what you, the customer, wants and has to say. Our telephone number is 01934 517657, or you can email us from our website www.brownsdomestics.co.uk
We aim to respond quickly to all enquiries, and look forward to being of service.
Breakthrough laser treatment for chronic back pain
Susan Richardson had suffered chronic pain in her lower back for years. “In the past, I severely damaged my back on two occasions - and I have osteoporosis. Recently the pain had been getting worse and then, whilst walking the dog, I felt an intense agony and couldn’t move my leg for a few seconds. I clearly needed help. I’d seen Matthew’s advertising and had been recommended, so I went to see him. He was very thorough in understanding where and what the problem was and gave me state of the art laser treatment. The treatment began to ease my lower back pain considerably and gave me much more movement. To keep up my strength and overall flexibility I do yoga and I can tell that my back is now stronger. Really, he was so good – very nice and helpful – and I would definitely recommend the clinic.”
Matthew says “Because Susan has osteoporosis, I chose the Level laser device, a powerful yet gentle treatment without body contact that is highly effective. The machine travels above the body beaming a horizontal line of laser light on the affected area. I’ve seen for myself when treating fractures that it has bone healing properties as well as relieving muscle tension and pain.”
Weston Hospicecare’s Mendip Challenge returns this June
The Mendip Challenge 2024 is an exciting sponsored event for those looking to have fun, challenge themselves and raise money for Weston Hospicecare. There are 4 routes to choose from – 30 miles (starting at Wells), 20 miles (starting at Draycott), and a 10 mile and 5 mile circular walk. With all routes finishing at Weston super Mare Cricket Club. The event takes place on Sunday 2nd June, with a registration fee of £10 - £25 depending on the chosen route. More information can be found at www.westonhospicecare.org.uk/event/themendip-challenge/
Axbridge Garden Gems to be opened 1st Weekend in June
The Friends of Axbridge Church [FOAC] will be organising its traditional “Open Gardens” afternoon event on the Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd June. Proceeds will be used to maintain the building of Axbridge Parish Church. Entry to all open gardens will be by one programme available at the first garden you visit on either day, and also at Axbridge Farmers’ Market, and at the Axbridge Carnival’s “Rumble in the Jumble” venues [Saturday morning 1st June]. So buy jumble, market produce, have lunch and relax in beautiful Axbridge gardens.
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Frankie Howerd Is Returning To Cross
The 100th performance of the greatly-acclaimed play, “Howerd’s End” by Mark Farrelly is coming to Cross Memorial Hall, BS26 2EL on Saturday 6th July in aid of The Frankie Howerd OBE Trust. Tickets are just £15 and can be purchased from the Trust’s café/hub in Loxton, BS26 2XE between 9:30am and 4:30pm any day, or securely online at www.ticketsource.co.uk/ the-frankie-howerd-obe-trust a booking fee of £1.17 applies, or email: info@frankiehowerdobetrust.org for other purchasing options. Tickets are limited to 50 and won’t be available on the door.
Ready, Steady, Grow for the Show
Start planning your entries for Cheddar Flower Show, which will be held on Saturday 17th August 2024 at Cheddar Village Hall. Vegetables, flowers, cookery, art, craft, photography - there are classes for everyone and all ages. Printed copies of the Cheddar Flower Show Schedule, which lists all the classes, will be available from Cheddar Library, Katie Boo, Woodbury Insurance, Time Out, Hansford’s Deli and W.C. Maunders Ltd. To receive a PDF copy of the Schedule email cheddar.flowershow@yahoo.com or go to Cheddar Flower Show Facebook Page and send a message.
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From the Village Green to Jane Austen’s Ballroom and beyond
Try some English Country Dancing with our friendly Mendip Folk Dance Club, at St James’s Church Centre, Winscombe, BS25 1BA. We meet on the 2nd, 4th and 5th Mondays of the month (except August and Bank Holidays), from 8:00pm to 10:00pm. Your first evening is free, thereafter it’s £3 per evening, including tea/coffee. We look forward to meeting you, you don’t need to bring a partner and you will be made very welcome. To find out more, please ring Pat on 01934 742853.
Keep well at home with Age UK Somerset
Keeping active is vital for our health and wellbeing. If for any reason you can’t get out, there’s no need to miss out on your favourite exercise class- you can join in from the comfort of your own home with Age UK Somerset’s online classes. Specially designed for people over 55, you can join Tai Chi and Pilates. Pilates - Mondays at 10:00am, £5.
Tai Chi QiGong - Tuesdays at 11:30am, £5.
Find out more here: www.ageuksomerset.org. uk/onlineexercisesessions. Call 01823 345626 or email ageingwell@ageuksomerset.org.uk for more information.
Cheddar Foodbank
We have recently welcomed Claire from the Financial Inclusion of CAB to help and advise anyone in need of guidance and professional help. Claire is at the Foodbank every other Monday and happy to see you. If you need to find out more, call 07922 309369 or email info@cheddarvalley.foodbank.org.uk
Inviting New and Former Members
Burnham on Sea Bridge Club. Duplicate Bridge, Tuesday 6:45pm for a prompt 7:00pm start. Room 3, Community Centre, Berrow Road, Burnham on Sea. Free Parking and Disabled access. Contact: Janepitcher.jane@gmaIl.com or 07484762526.
Mah-Jong: A beautiful game filling you with joy and curiosity
The Shipham Inn (Somerset - BS25 1TW) would like to welcome new people to join their regular Mah-Jong Group. Whether you’re a novice, experienced MahJong player or someone who would like to learn to play a warm welcome awaits. My hope is that we can make these enjoyable, social evenings playing a game that originated in the Far East. 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month: 7:30pm start. Free. Contact: mark.trenchard53@gmail.com or phone / text 07815681580
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Whatever the size of your space or your budget, we’re here to help. Visit our Showroom today!
Bad Credit Mortgages
Getting turned down for a mortgage because your credit score isn’t good enough doesn’t just make you feel bad. It can also mean you miss out on getting the new home you really want for you and your family. Or it can mean you get stuck with your current lender, paying more each month than you need to.
So why does this happen? Well, in the old days, mortgage applications were looked at by humans. But nowadays, most of the big-name mortgage lenders use automated computer systems to assess mortgage applications. And if you don’t tick all the boxes - including having a good credit score - the computer will say “no”, even though a human might have looked at the bigger picture and said “yes”.
That’s why, if you go to a high street bank, even something as silly as a missed mobile phone payment from a couple of years ago can mean your mortgage application gets rejected.
But don’t worry - there is a solution….
At Liberty Money we don’t think it’s fair that people should automatically be denied a mortgage because of their past mistakes so we use a range of mortgage lenders who are happy to help people with a poor credit history and some who will actually ignore your credit score completely.
Better still, we’ve got direct relationships with the underwriters at these lenders too. So we can speak to the actual human decision-makers and explain your situation to them - giving you a much greater chance of getting your mortgage application approved.
To get started, give us a call on 01275 244360.
Spring at Cheddar Country Market
With the changing seasons, Country Market now has more plants for sale. We continue with our usual array of baked goods and unique craft. Do come and see us on Tuesdays 10:00am - 11:30am at Village Hall, Cheddar. Refreshments including home made cakes available.
Would you like to play badminton?
Every Wednesday - Mark Badminton Club. We are a friendly badminton club welcoming all new members of all abilities. We meet every Wednesday from 8:00pm until 10:00pm at Sedgemoor Manor School (Formally Mark College). If you’d like to come a long we’d love to see you. Please contact 01278 641516 for more information.
Sprichst du Deutsch? Do you know any German speakers?
We are a friendly group of German speakers who meet up once a month. We usually meet on the 2nd Thursday of the month at the Stable Games room at 7:00pm (this date could change though, so please check our Facebook Group “German speaking group (Stammtisch) in Weston”). It’s not a lesson as such, but all levels are welcome - we chat about all kinds of things in German. Hoffentlich bis bald! Sarah
A Warm Welcome at Lenny’s cafe in Shipham
Why not drop in at Lenny’s friendly Community Cafe in Shipham Village Hall on alternate Fridays, 11:00am to 2:30pm. Serving coffee, tea, homemade cakes, and light lunches. Come and make new friends. All profits to charity.
Bingo! All cash prizes, £100 jackpot. Over 18 only
We are at the Community Centre Winscombe, in the annex. Every Thursday night, starts at 7:30pm, finishes at 9:30pm. Plenty of parking spaces and a friendly bunch. Give us a try. Our ladies come from all over Banwell, Cheddar, Worle, Locking, Langford. Over 20 games played plus raffle prizes. All for £13 pounds.
Ashton Windmill is open for the Summer Season
Every Sunday from 2:30pm4:30pm. Ashton Windmill, Chapel Allerton BS28 4QF. We welcome visitors to take a look around the historic Somerset Windmill and enjoy the views from the grounds.
Seating and picnic space is available. Off road layby parking. Free admission with cash donations welcome and cash purchases from our small shop. A great family afternoon out!
Learn the life skill that is swimming
Burnham on Sea swimming club has been established for nearly 50 years. We provide affordable swimming lessons and training for swimmers beginning to learn to swim right through to those swimming competitively. We participate in a number of galas and have an inclusive approach. We are entirely run by dedicated volunteers which allows us to keep our prices as low as possible enabling everybody to learn the life skill that is swimming. For more details contact - burnhamonseaswimmingclub@outlook.com
CTC New Season Preparations
Cheddar Tennis Club is currently celebrating its centenary year and preparations are underway for the start of the new season. New members are always welcome and various categories of membership are available for children, adults, and families. Whether you are of limited mobility, a rusty returner, a seasoned player, or completely new to the game there are opportunities for everyone. PAY AND PLAY sessions are also available for non-members aimed at attracting residents and visitors to the area to enjoy the wonderful facilities on offer. For further details contact Stephen Pearce on 07904061301 or view the club’s website www.cheddartennisclub. co.uk or its Facebook page.
Cheddar Gorge Visitor Information Centre
The Visitor Information Centre (VIC) is open every day from Easter to the end of October, 10:30am3:30pm weekends and school holidays, mornings only on term-time weekdays. The VIC stocks a good selection of walking guides, maps and information on local attractions, as well as a range of souvenirs, and the volunteers who staff the centre are able to give help and advice to visitors to the gorge. For more information or if you are interested in joining our volunteers team visit discovercheddar.co.uk/vic or email cheddargorgevic@gmail.com
Old Station Millennium Green Trees
All of our 313 Ash trees are affected by Ash Dieback to a greater or lesser degree. To date all young saplings have died and have been removed. About 40 Mature and semi-mature trees have also been felled. Over the next 10 years we expect all of the Ash to have been felled. Replanting with other species is on-going but will take time to grow into anything sizeable. Therefore the character of the whole site
will change. It will be more open until newly planted trees have grown and spread.
Join a free and friendly Health Walk!
30 to 60 minute Health Walks are available in Churchill and Cheddar, 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
