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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 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.
Cheddar Vale Lions Club. An Awesome Event in
Cheddar Gorge on August Bank Holiday Monday
Cheddar Vale Lions Club will be holding their annual Duck Races on August Bank Holiday Monday, 26th August. The Duck Race tickets are now available with a selling point on our website and a QR Code on the posters, we aim to gain support from our community and visitors. All our regular visitors will be delighted to return plus more to watch the spectacle of 1,000 ducks floating down the river. The cheers were phenomenal last year with the children loving it as always.
As per previous years, a major part of the funds raised will be donated to Children’s Hospice SW and the remainder to aid our work in the Cheddar Valley community. We have 2000 tickets to be sold, 1,000 for each race but don’t delay, they go quickly.
The ducks will be checked and counted before the day to make sure they are in good condition for the races thanks to Hanson’s helping us to purchase new ones in 2022!
The event is always popular, and the crowds join in the fun. We thank everyone for the fantastic support over the years and helping us to keep the Children’s Hospice going with the amazing work they do.
Royal Air Forces Association MidSomerset Branch Meeting, 2nd September
and will illustrate the close relationship between Architects and Gardeners working together in War Grave Cemeteries around the world. Please come along you will always be very welcome.
For more information contact Shirley 01934 732630 or shirley.rosser4@yahoo.co.uk
Crook Peak Music Festival. Every Tuesday in September 6:00pm7:00pm
Early evening concerts of approx. 50 minutes. Complimentary glass of wine or Badgworth Brewhouse beer on arrival. Retiring collection. Suggested donations of £10.
3rd September. Folk Duo, David and Issy Emeney, with melodeon. St. John’s, Biddisham BS26 2RH.
10th September. Organ Recital by Robert Anderson. St. Congar’s, Badgworth BS26 2QP.
17th September. Bristol Brass Consort. From Bach to the Beatles. St. Gregory’s, Weare BS26 2LE.
24th September. Musicke in the Ayre. 16th century songs accompanied by lute. St. Mary’s, Christon BS26 2XX.
Details: Debra Anderson 01934 732537 or debratanderson16@gmail.com
RAFA-MSB will meet on Monday 2nd September at 11:00am in Wells Golf Club, Blackheath Lane, Wells, BA5 3DS for a presentation by Sister Anne Martin entitled “RAF Brats” and general discussion of Branch business plus Lunch & Drinks from the Club Menu & Bar.
RAFA-MSB covers BS25, BS26, BS27, BS28,BA4, BA5, BA16, TA10 & TA11 postal areas. RAFA members, Current and Ex-RAF Personnel & Reserves, Current & Ex-Commonwealth Air Forces Personnel, Members of the RAF Family & Members of the public that support RAFA aims & purpose welcome.
01934 713013 appointments@wedmoredental.co.uk
Contact Secretary raf.midsomerset@gmail.com or 01458 224057
Axbridge Royal British Legion
The next meeting will be on 3rd September at 11:00am in The Lamb Inn, Axbridge. The talk will be by a Commonwealth War Graves Commission representative and entitled “Gardening The World”
Jennifer Morecroft Practice Principal, BDS MCGDent
Why join the Rodney Stoke & Draycott Womens Institute?
We are a friendly group, holding our meetings at Draycott Memorial Hall, on the 1st Thursday every month at 7:30pm.
Members partake of; Skittles, Book club, Walk’n’Talk, coffee & chat!
Meeting: Thursday 5th September, ‘Why is his truncheon bigger than mine?’ By Retired PC Debbie Wood. Entry Non members £5. Contact Michele 07811253827 for more details.
Want to see what it is all about, find out more or make arrangements to attend a meeting? Please do call Michele on 07811 253 827 for a chat or view WI activities.
Come and join us at Wedmore’s Pop Up Proms!
On Friday 6th September at 7:00pm bring your flags,balloons and silly hats to Wedmore’s version of the Last Night at the Proms. There will be wonderful music and plenty to sing along to! It’s sure to be a sell out with local choirs,dancers,organists,the Wedmore Ensemble, and of course you,all raising the roof of St Mary’s Church! Licensed bar. Tickets to include
1st glass of wine £12 on sale from Wedmore Village Store. Under 12’s free.
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Badgworth, Old School: 12:35pm - 12:55pm.
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Cheddar Arts @ King’s Theatre –September Film
Cheddar Arts’ autumn season begins on Friday 6th September with Wicked Little Letters starring Jessie Buckley, Olivia Colman and Timothy Spall.
When people in Littlehampton start receiving letters full of hilarious profanities, rowdy Irish migrant Rose is charged with the crime. But something is wrong, so the town’s women investigate. “A wickedly funny spin on the safe old British period drama.”
Tickets are available online at www.thelittleboxoffice.com/cheddararts
The doors of Kings Theatre at the Kings of Wessex School open at 6:45pm and performances begin at 7:30pm.
Axbridge District Trefoil Guild
After the summer break the Guild will meet again on 10th September for the Autumn Fish and Chip Lunch. This will be at 1:00pm in the Catholic Church Rooms, Cheddar.
Please place orders by the end of August with Sue on 01749 870239 or swild34@hotmail.com
Small Cod £6.00, Small Chips £2. Large Cod £7.20, Large Chips £3.30.
Mini Winscombe ‘Not the Village Show’
Saturday 14th September 12:00pm – 4:00pm. In aid of Winscombe Community Association Winspace New Building Project. Join us for a Mini ‘Not the Village Show’. Enter the ‘Bake Off’ Competition. Fun games, bar, bottle stall, bbq, refreshments.
Winscombe Community Centre, Sandford Road, BS25 1JA.
‘Bake-off’ categories on Winscombe Community Centre website from 1 August, www.winscombeca.org.uk or from The Library, Ajenta and Farrons. Bake-Off Entries will be received at the Community Centre between 9:00am and 10:00am. ‘Bake-off’ categories on Winscombe Community Centre website from 1 August. www.winscombeca.org.uk
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Entry to show free. Bake-off entries 50p each. For more Information Tel: 07811 292909.
Royal Air Forces Association Battle of Britain Service, 15th September
The Royal Air Forces Association Mid-Somerset Branch (RAFA-MSB) Battle Of Britain Service will be on Sunday 15th September at 11:00am in St John’s Church, Glastonbury, BA6 9DR. The Service will commemorate the 84th Anniversary of the Battle and the activity, personnel and service of the RAF during WW2 and subsequent conflicts. The Service will be followed by a Wreath Laying Ceremony. RAFA-MSB covers BS25, BS26, BS27, BS28, BA4, BA5, BA16, TA10 & TA11 postal areas and members of the public from these areas are welcome. Contact Secretary rafa. midsomerset@gmail.com or 01458 224057
Winscombe District U3A
Monday 16th September, 2:30pm at Winscombe
Community Centre, BS25 1HP. Illustrated Talk on “Hannah More, writer and local philanthropist” by Dr Jo Edwards. Refreshments from 2:00pm. £2.50. Visitors welcome.
Ladies - Inner Wheel Club of Clevedon Welcomes New Members
This year marks the 100th anniversary of Inner Wheel, our club here is 76 years old. The emphasis on this Women’s organization is Service and Friendship. We meet on the third Wednesday of every month, except August, at 2:30pm in the Methodist Church Hall, Kenn Road, Clevedon.
Our next meeting will be on Wednesday 18th September, please come along if you would like to join this welcoming, friendly bunch of ladies. See our Facebook page, Inner Wheel Club of Clevedon, for more information or telephone President Monica on 07771 662688
SAVE THE CHILDREN lunches
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SAVE THE CHILDREN lunches begin again and will be served in Shipham village hall at 12:30pm on Friday 20th September, 4th and 18th October. All are welcome to come and join us for bread and cheese, soup, chutney, homemade biscuits, tea/coffee for £5.50pp. Pay at the door. All profits go to SAVE THE CHILDREN charity. Look forward to seeing you there! T: 01278 431451 W:
Back to School Cooking Tips from OvenGleamers – your local premium oven cleaning company
1. Batch Cook – once a week prepare all the week’s meals in one monster cookathon. Use a theme to help you:
a: Roast chicken can become chicken curry, chicken & sweetcorn topped jacket potatoes and chicken stir-fry.
b: Use mince for spaghetti bolognaise, lasagne and tacos.
c: Roasted vegetables make great fajitas, veggie pasta and vegetable curry.
2. Freeze sandwiches ahead for packed lunches – avoid soggy contents & salad – add these as extras on the day. Great fillings include Ham and cheese, Turkey, cranberry & brie, Tuna & sweetcorn (go light on the mayo) and Chicken & cream cheese.
3. Up your 5-a-day: Add fruit/vegetables to every meal: bananas at breakfast, grapes & apples / carrot sticks & cherry tomatoes in lunchboxes and side salad / fresh fruit salads with dinner.
4. Keep on top of looking after your cooking appliances by having a regular professional oven clean every few months. In between cleans use oven liners to catch spills or use them as non-stick liners in your roasting tins and on your baking trays (saves loads of time on the washing up)
5. De-grease the BBQ before you put it away for the winter – ensure all racks and surfaces are fully clean to avoid mould build-up over the storage period.
For all your back-to-school oven cleaning call Graham Rogers at OvenGleamers on 01934 440032
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When most people think of a mortgage broker, they typically associate us with residential mortgages. However, did you know that we also help with commercial mortgages? Whether you’re a startup, expanding business, or a seasoned enterprise seeking to refinance, we’re here to guide you through the diverse landscape of commercial mortgages.
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For businesses planning to develop a new commercial property or significantly refurbish an existing one, commercial development mortgages are available, providing the necessary funding for construction projects and are typically offered in stages, matching the development progress. This ensures that funds are available as needed while keeping interest costs manageable.
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In situations where quick financing is required, bridging loans serve as a short-term solution. These are often used to secure a property quickly or to bridge the gap between the sale of one property and the purchase of another. Although they come with higher interest rates due to their short-term nature, they provide vital flexibility for businesses needing immediate capital.
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Extra Room - A practical and affordable alternative
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It’s a win-win with Browns
As the new term commences and the summer gives way to Autumn, we are looking forward to a new season. We have a new website launching, and a new van with a great new design on it.
We know from your comments you often see our red vans bombing around Weston and further afield too. So, we want to give you the opportunity to watch out for our new van and have the chance of winning a £30.00 Amazon voucher. All you need to do is take a photo of the new van when you see it (as long as it’s safe for you to do so) and post a pic and comment where you saw us on our Facebook page. The winner will be selected randomly on Monday September 30th, 2024. Remember the more snaps the greater chance of winning.
And as the new term begins, remember we are here with our 5-star service, to help with all your domestic appliance needs, whether it be a new machine or a repair to an old one. And with a new website you can easily access all our information. However, we do realise that many of our customers really enjoy the personal touch and so we are always available on the end of the phone, and if we are busy then leave a message and we will call you back.
Happy Fall Y’all! Heres a little quote to help you on your way.
“ A fallen leaf is nothing more than a summer’s wave goodbye “ – author unknown.
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“Finishing Well”; addressing questions around the end of life & funerals
Knowing what happens when we die & how to organise a funeral can greatly relieve anxiety. Churches Together in the Cheddar Valley invite you to this free event. We’ll hear from a GP, hospice nurse, funeral director & local church ministers; with sessions on what a good death looks like, what has to be done after a death, how to arrange a funeral and where we go when we die. Opportunity to ask questions & share experiences.
21st September, 9:15am - 12:30pm, Cheddar Village Hall. Coffee & cake from 9:15am. For more info please contact wedmorevic@gmail.com
Wedmore Antiques and Collectables goes from strength to strength
Large numbers of antiques enthusiasts are now visiting the new antiques fair in the village hall. The fair takes pride in the quality of what’s on offer with the stall holders being invited so that a wide variety of items is on display. Silver, Ceramics, Toys, Advertising items, Art Deco, Art Nouveau, and Vintage Costume can be found costing from £5 to £500. The Next Fairs are Saturday 21st September,
16th November, and 28th December with no fair in October. All 9:00am - 4:00pm. Why not join us one Saturday?
Flower Arranging Demonstration
Monday 23rd September, 2:00pm for 2:30pm start at St George’s Community Centre BS22 7XF.
Entry £7, Tea/ Coffee and Biscuits £1. Raffle Tickets to win an arrangement £1 a strip.
Do you love flowers? Come along and be inspired to try flower arranging by watching our demonstrator produce lots of different designs and have a chance to win one in the raffle.
All welcome. For more details Tel: 01934 622152
Isle of Wedmore Society
The September meeting will take place on Thursday 26th September at 7:30pm in the Wedmore Masonic Hall.
Our Wedmore Parish Clerk, Lindsey Baker and Matthew Martin, a councillor from Somerset County Council, will attend. They will tell us, given the recent changes in local Government structure, how things are managed now. Members free, visitors £5 with free tea/coffee afterwards.
Contact Ian Tomes on 01934 710390
Get ready the next release of Windows 11 and Apple OS
We are expecting a new release of Windows 11 in the next few weeks. Named 24H2 (meaning the second half of 2024) this release is set to bring new features and background improvements. Here are some of the expected new features:
1. HDR Background Support: Enjoy richer colours and better contrast with HDR backgrounds.
2. Energy Saver: Reduce power consumption to extend battery life or save energy on desktops.
3. Sudo for Windows: Execute elevated tasks with administrative privileges.
4. Wi-Fi 7 and QR Codes: Connect faster with Wi-Fi 7 support and easily share network passwords using QR codes.
5. Voice Clarity: Improved audio quality for better communication.
6. Windows Protected Print Mode: Enhanced security for printing.
Apple will also be updating their computers to the latest release called “Sequoia” which should be released mid to late September. Also compatible iPhones and iPads can be updated to iOS 18.
For those of you with Windows 10, it is now more important than ever to think about upgrading to Windows 11. Since Windows 11 was released in 2021, Microsoft has given its full attention to give you the most secure and reliable experience with regular updates keeping things working well. For those of you that are daunted about upgrading, we offer an on-site service to either upgrade your existing computer or make the transition to new equipment as easy as possible. We also offer yearly service visits, so an experienced technician will make sure that everything is running as it should be for the next 12 months, as often, things have been overlooked that could turn into a big problem. Feel free to get in touch to discuss…
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Lenny’s Community Cafe
Lenny’s cafe is back on alternate Fridays in Shipham Village Hall starting on 27th September, serving light lunches and delicious home-made cakes from 11:00am to 2:30pm.
A warm friendly place where you can come to meet and make new friends. Everyone welcome!
Go BLUE to support Weston Hospicecare with Blue For You!
Blue For You is a fundraising initiative supporting Weston Hospicecare. You can get involved in the community, at work or at school, by going BLUE for our local hospice between 7th - 13th October.
Why not hold a blue-themed party and collect donations for Weston Hospicecare? For blue-related inspiration, use the QR code and visit our website to get your free fundraising pack. You’ll find posters to advertise your event, a fun set of blue photo props & an all-blue quiz!
You can contact Fundraising & Development Officer, Abi, via email: abigail.smart@westonhospicecare. org.uk
St Leonard’s Quiz, Shipham
The annual St Leonards Quiz is on Saturday 19th October in Shipham Village Hall.
Teams of 6 at £10 a head to include supper. Bar available.
7:00pm start. To enter phone Michelle Hacker 07739 005036 or e-mail michellexhacker@gmail.com
Community Singing at it’s best!
The new singing term gets underway for both Joyful Voices and Cheddar Valley Singers this month and it’s an excellent time to join either of
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Bespoke framing for paintings, photos, fabrics, memorabilia and everything in between
For more info email either joyfulvoicesafternoon@ gmail.com or cheddarvalleysingers@gmail.com
It’s Autumn, when we start a new season of dancing
Come along to St James’s Church Centre, Winscombe, BS25 1BA and learn some different styles of English Country Dancing, with a friendly group of people.
Mendip Folk Dance Club meet on the 2nd, 4th, and 5th Mondays of 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.
To find out more, please ring Pat on 01934 742853.
Cheddar Country Market
The Market takes place every week at the Village Hall, Cheddar on Tuesdays from 10:00am - 11:30am. Refreshments available.
Please note there will be no Market just for one week on Tuesday 27th August.
Do come and visit us and see all that we have to offer.
Baked goods, including savouries. Preserves and pickles. Eggs and fresh vegetables and plants in season.
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 contactburnhamonseaswimmingclub@outlook.com
Our website address is burnhamonseaswimmingclub.co.uk or visit our Facebook page Burnham-on-Sea Swimming Club.
Spring into September with the Cheddar Valley u3a
After a brief Summer break the special interest groups spring back into action and If there is anyone with a basic knowledge of Tai Chi willing to lead a new beginners group, there’s a waiting list of eager participants. There’s loads of support to help you start up, so don’t be shy!
Right on cue the sun shone for the Garden Party and once again everyone enjoyed a lovely afternoon. This popular social event rounds off the season, before the Summer break. See the website; www.u3asites. org.uk/cheddar-valley/home for more information.
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”
Free and friendly Health Walks available in your area!
30 to 60 minute Health Walks are available in Churchill and Cheddar, Clevedon, Long Ashton, Nailsea, Portishead, Weston-super-Mare, Winscombe, Worle 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
Volunteer Drivers Urgently Needed To Help Your Community
Volunteers are desperately needed for our Community Transport Service that enables vulnerable people to attend medical appointments out of their local area when they don’t have any other form of transport. We are looking for people with their own car, a full driving licence and spare time on their hands to join our friendly team. We would be happy to chat with anyone interested and answer any questions.
Please ask them to give us a call here at Mendip Community Transport on 01749 880613 or via email at chantel.difford@mendipct.co.uk
Winscombe Community Association says thank you to their volunteers
At the recent Winscombe Community Association AGM, Mark Payne, Chair of Trustees presented the ‘Cureton Cup’ named after one of the founding members, Jill Cureton who died recently, to her husband Richard, as a celebration of her contribution, and a thank you to all the volunteers who have helped make the centre what it is today. Richard said Jill would be very proud to know that their efforts were being recognised. The Cup made from past recycled trophies, will be on display in the foyer of the planned new building.
Bluebird Café Awards
Well done Ian and Andy. I congratulate you both on the success of the café and thank you for your generous donations to so many community based projects within the community. Total donations of £10,600! On behalf of the Wedmore Friends of Weston Hospicecare I wish to publicly thank the Bluebird Café awards committee Andy and Ian for the most generous donation of £1,750. This donation will be used to purchase equipment to be used within the hospice or for use by patients being cared for in their own homes within the Axbridge Wedmore Medical Practice area. Shirley Wederell Chair – Wedmore Friends of Weston Hospicecare
New Defibrillator On Major Cycle And Walkers’ Route In Loxton
The Frankie Howerd OBE Trust is delighted to announce that their defibrillator will soon be available at their café/hub in Loxton thanks to the most generous offers from Perfect Pave in Tarnock and RMR Builders’ Merchants in Cheddar to fulfil such an important, community project. Both companies were pleased to donate and supply resources and labour to create public access to the defibrillator. The Trust will publish the exact date of installation on their Community Hub and OBE Trust Facebook pages and on their website: The Frankie Howerd OBE Trust.
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Laser therapy helps bruises after seven months of pain
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Kim Chenoweth, 76 lives in Glastonbury and is a retired psychotherapist and counsellor – a career she took up after teaching art in schools.
“I have had Parkinson’s disease as a general problem for about ten years. But the specific problem I had recently was a bad bruise to my right knee, which was extremely painful. I had an x ray and some physiotherapy sessions - but after seven months I was still suffering severe pain. Frustrating because exercise is valuable with Parkinson’s.
“Then a friend in Glastonbury recommended Matthew Jackson and the therapy I’m having with him has improved things. I still have pain but it is less and has gone from a sharp pain to a dull ache. So far I’ve had four treatments of laser therapy and I will be having two more, so I hope there will be a bigger improvement.
“I am really impressed with the clinic. I like the plants, the setting and the way the rooms are laid out, it feels right and secure - like a serious place committed to healing. Matthew is very sensitive and professional and I would certainly recommend him.”
Matthew says: “Laser machines use powerful light frequency to heal musculoskeletal conditions quickly and gently, with proven impressive results for conditions from painful arthritis, sprains, tendons and muscle tears to bone fractures, infections, fibromyalgia and osteoporosis.
“Kim’s knee was scanned for ten minutes each time with a targeted horizontal beam. I’m looking forward to seeing how her knee improves after the next two laser sessions.”
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About Matthew Jackson…
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.
For more information and claim your free assessment * call 01458 860392 Treatments are private and easy payment plans can be arranged to suit your budget Follow us ‘Somerset Health Practice’ on Facebook and Instagram, or ‘@glastoosteo’ on Twitter
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