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A message from the team at LocalReach Community Magazines. LocalReach Community Magazines are still open for business! We are delivered monthly by Royal Mail to 47,500 homes & businesses across Somerset. We are working on the January issues and the deadline is 1st December; If you would like to advertise email us at hello@localreach.co.uk. If you know anybody who wants to advertise please let them know we would welcome their business. We can also be contacted online at www.localreach.co.uk or call 01749 600388. LocalReach is now delivered to ALL of TA8, TA9, BS28, BS27, BS26, BS25, BA6, BA16 & BA5. That includes all towns & villages; Burnham, Highbridge, Berrow, Brent, Brean, Mark, Cheddar, Axbridge, Wedmore, Winscombe, Street, Glastonbury & Wells. Below is a map that indicates where LocalReach is delivered in your area. Should you not receive a copy by the 1st of each month please email us with your full address and we will investigate and make sure you do receive a copy. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the businesses & community groups that have supported LocalReach over the last 10 years and who continue to support us. These are unprecedented times and many of the events we normally publicise are not going ahead so we have put in content that we hope you like as an alternative. We usually give 30% of our content to the community free of charge and will happily receive your editorial if you believe it would be of interest to our readers. Email between 70-100 words to editor@localreach.co.uk before 1st December for the January issues. Stay safe. From the team at LocalReach Community Magazines.

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Ornamental Grasses in the Garden

TO ADVERTISE CALL 01749 600388 There are grasses to suit all climates and situations from deep shade to constant exposure to sun. The colour palette encompasses shades from red to black, and blue to silver, as well as the usual greens and golds. Their constant movement and ability to catch the light at different times of the day brings a vibrant but gentle mood to our surroundings. A useful guide to ornamental grasses is written by Rick Drake with very helpful illustrations. I would add Knoll gardens near Wimborne to the list of his recommended nurseries.

Grasses in the garden of Lynne and Mike Baker

The role of ornamental grasses in gardens has changed considerably during the last century. At the turn of the 20th century there were about a dozen perennial grasses to choose from but now there are hundreds. The recent popularity of their inclusion in ‘prairie’ style planting has been greatly influenced by Piet Oudolf the Dutch horticulturist. Quite close to us on the edge of Bruton, the garden at Hauser and Wirth is a prime example. Keith Wiley who has constructed a beautiful garden ‘Wildside’ in South Devon also uses grasses amongst perennials and rocks with stunning effect.

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Top 10 gardening jobs for December As we approach the shortest day of the year in December you will need work to keep you warm outside, such as digging and tree pruning. Check your winter protection and if you have a greenhouse make sure the heater is working. Hopefully there are not too many jobs left to do this year so you will have time for some fireside garden planning. 1 Check your winter protection structures are still securely in place 2 Check that greenhouse heaters are working 3 Insulate outdoor taps and prevent ponds from freezing 4 Prune open-grown apples and pears (but not those trained against walls) 5 Prune acers, birches and vines before Christmas to avoid bleeding 6 Harvest leeks, parsnips, winter cabbage, sprouts and remaining root crops 7 Deciduous trees and shrubs can still be planted and transplanted 8 Take hardwood cuttings 9 Keep mice away from stored produce

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“Think On These Things” Here we are, nearly at the end of what has been a complicated and confusing year. So, how’s your soul? What we think has a powerful impact on our quality of life. So isn’t it important that we take control of and order our thoughts? Firstly, ordering our thoughts means determining which thoughts we will have. We can choose what we think about, just as we would order what we eat off a menu. Secondly, think of ordering our thoughts in terms of how we structure them; thinking clearly, comprehensively and cohesively; dealing with any confusion. Thirdly, we order our thoughts by taking control over them – telling our thoughts what to do, rather than allowing them to govern us. Paul puts in this way, “Do not conform any longer to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is. His good, pleasing and perfect will.” (Romans 12:1-2). We can choose what we fill our minds with. It may be that we need to be brainwashed. The question is what’s in the bath? In other words what do we spend our time on?

Are we consumed by the news; political opinion; the latest conspiracy theories? Are we spending time reading and meditating on God’s Word? Does what God thinks and says influence what we think about? – And what we say and do? Have you heard the computing phrase “Garbage in Garbage out”? What we allow into our minds and meditate on, will determine our thinking and actions. Conversely, once the garbage is in ... how do we get it out; ever tried to just tell yourself to STOP thinking about it? The only way to deal with negative thoughts is to replace them with something better. Paul says to the Philippians ( 4:8) “ Finally brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable, if anything is excellent or praiseworthy, think on these things.” Here’s a pure, lovely and excellent thought to dwell on: Christmas is coming. We celebrate Emmanuel; God with us. He is Prince of Peace, Everlasting Father, Mighty God. Kindly provided by Sue Marland. Senior Pastor, Wells Vineyard. wellsvineyard.com

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Christmases Past How to decorate a Christmas Tree - 1889 Those who are thinking of having a Christmas tree for the little ones may find a few suggestions useful. The decorations need not be expensive and nothing conduces more to the success of a Christmas party than one of these treats judiciously kept out of sight, if possible, until it has been lighted up. It is best to fix the tree in a small, square box or tub the outside of which may be either painted or covered with walnut shells which would have to be glued on. Moss is the prettiest for covering the top. Stiff coloured paper fashioned into paper chains makes a very effective decoration. Walnuts can then have threads passed through them with which to suspend on the branches. If painted these can look very showy.

LOCAL HISTORY Great preparations were made for Christmas dinner and over 100 lbs of roast beef and vegetables and over 160 lbs of plum pudding set before the inmates. After dinner, tea, sugar and tobacco was distributed throughout the wards and sweets and oranges were given to the children. In the afternoon a service was held in the tastefully decorated chapel which was treated with evergreens. At half past five tea was partaken of. A plentiful supply of bread and butter and cake being placed on the tables. When the meal was over the house rules were relaxed and games and other amusements were indulged in until ten o’clock when at the close of a happy day all retired to rest.

Christmas at the County Lunatic Asylum 1859

Some oranges, apples and a few cheap toys comprise all else that is necessary with the exception of a few coloured candles. Be sure that the candles are firmly fixed with sealing wax before you attempt to light them.

On Christmas day the patients of the County Lunatic Asylum were supplied with a substantial dinner of roast beef and plum pudding. In the afternoon a service with a Christmas sermon was held in the chapel.

Christmas at the Workhouse - 1897

During the evening the Asylum Band played selection of music which tended to greatly heighten the pleasure of the days proceedings and in which the patients appeared to take much interest.

Christmas at the Wells Workhouse was marked with the usual rejoicings and everything that could be done by officers to give the inmates pleasure was done. The entrance hall was very prettily decorated with evergreen and the motto made by the inmates read; “Prosperity To Our Guardians”

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The tax self-assessment deadline is fast approaching! Most UK taxpayers have their taxes deducted automatically from their wages or pensions, and so don’t need to file a SelfAssessment tax return which is the system HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) uses to collect Income Tax. If you are in business or an individual who hasn’t had tax automatically deducted, or have earned extra untaxed income you will need to submit a self-assessment tax return and the deadline of 31 January 2021 is fast approaching. Examples where a tax return may be required include if you: • • • • • • • • • • • •

Are self-employed and your income was more than £1,000. Are a company director. Or your partner received child benefit and your income was more than £50,000. Receive a pension, including state pensions, company and personal pensions and retirement annuities. Earned more than £1,000 from renting out property. Have untaxed income of £2,500 or more. Earned more than £100,000 in taxable income. Earned £10,000 or more before tax from savings, investments, shares or dividends. Have capital gains or elections to make for the year. Received income from a trust. Have tax due at the end of the year that cannot be collected via PAYE. Filed a self-assessment tax return last year and HMRC have not told you to stop submitting tax returns.

In all instances it is vital that you have kept complete records of any income received and any expenses incurred as you may be able to offset these for tax.

Deferred self-assessment income tax payment If you chose to defer your July 2020 payment on account you can still pay any time up to 31 January 2021, interest and penalty free. If you’re unable to pay in full by 31 January 2021 you may be able to pay your tax by instalments. You will need to file your 2019-20 self-assessment return before the deadline so that HMRC will know what you owe on 31 January 2021 and if you meet HMRC’s criteria you may then be able to set up a Time to Pay instalment arrangement, although interest will be payable. Late payment penalties are charged when tax remains unpaid 30 days, 6 months and 12 months after its due date. However you can avoid these if you enter into a Time to Pay arrangement with HMRC before they become due and you pay all the tax owing under that arrangement on time. Don’t forget the deadline of 31 January 2021 is only weeks away and HMRC impose penalties for late filing. Some people are confident enough to complete their own self-assessment tax returns, others might need some help. If you need some help, please give us a call. Finally we would like to send you our best wishes for the forthcoming festive period and hope that you all stay safe and well.

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Glastonbury Guitar Academy Ever wanted to learn music? Would you like to play classical guitar? Glastonbury Guitar Academy is based in Glastonbury, UK and dedicated to sharing the love, enjoyment and beauty of the classical guitar, it’s music and rich culture. Directed by classical guitarist James Rippingale the Academy caters for players of all ages and abilities and all are welcome. James Rippingale If you want to learn we are happy to teach you. “I’m so passionate about this instrument” say James “There is something quite magical about the sound of the classical guitar. It is subtle, delicate, quite beautiful and so versatile with a repertoire of music spanning 500 years. The guitar has something for everyone from Renaissance and Baroque to Spanish classics, arrangements of popular songs and more. My teaching is inspired by players like Julian Bream, Andres Segovia and John Williams and the incredible music they created.”

All are welcome! “I teach students of all ages, from youngsters taking their first steps, to university students, advanced players and adult learners enjoying the guitar in their free time. As a classical guitar tutor at Wells Cathedral School and several other top independent schools I’ve worked with a wide range of abilities and people but the thing we all have in common is the love of learning, music and, of course, the guitar! It’s not just about the music, students often report a greater sense of self confidence, enjoyment, self expression and creativity too”. You can learn online or in person. The Academy offers lessons online via Zoom and in person and follows Musician’s Union guidelines on Covid-19 “I follow the MU safety guidelines for in person lessons and also offer online lessons via Zoom so that you can enjoy guitar lessons wherever you are from the comfort of your own home!”. Book your trial lesson Book your trial lesson by calling 07934 386701 or emailing glastonburyclassicalguitar@gmail.com If you would like more details, sound samples, videos, free playing tips and to find out how Glastonbury Guitar Academy can help you please visit: www.jamesrippingale.co.uk

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Weight loss wonders wanted Successful slimmers could be unwrapping a brand new career this Christmas - as Slimming World is recruiting locally in time for 2021. Weight loss wonders are wanted to join the Central Somerset team to help more people across the Mendips slim down to their dream weight. Slimming World has stayed strong throughout the ongoing pandemic, continuing to support members at a time when more adults than ever are struggling with their weight. Each Consultant works as a self-employed franchisee of the company, while being fully supported to provide the very best service to members. With over 70 per cent of the population now classed as overweight or obese, more groups are set to open to support those looking for make a healthy lifestyle change. Slimming World is looking for people who have lost weight themselves with the organisation to share their own weight-loss success and build a fabulous career. Rachel McDermott, who manages the Central Somerset team, said: “In 50 years, millions of people have changed their lives with Slimming World’s brilliant combination of a hunger-busting eating plan, increased activity and weekly group support. “Now, with obesity at an all-time high, the demand for our unique warm and friendly approach has never been greater. At Slimming World we have the best eating plan in the world where members can, and do, lose weight without ever having to go hungry. We have the best understanding of the psychology of slimming and we choose Consultants for their empathy, warmth and understanding.For the right person, it is without a doubt the best job in the world.” The part-time role offers flexible working hours which fit well with family-life, as well as opportunities for growth and development. First-class, in-depth, training is offered by the Company, which has become the UK’s most effective weight loss organisation over the past 50 years. For details of upcoming information events, currently being held virtually, or to discuss in more detail contact

Rachel on 07495 854444. To enquire about your nearest group, visit www.slimmingworld.co.uk

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St Thomas St Advent Windows Tuesday 1st December: This year, more than ever before we need Christmas community feeling and goodwill. St Thomas Street Advent Windows 2020 will provide just that and everyone is welcome once again! The creative artists and enthusiasts in St Thomas St are decorating their windows to create an exciting Advent window display. Tourists, schoolchildren, bus users and market day visitors will be uplifted just by passing through the street. It is going to be a stop and stare event. St Thomas Street Advent Windows will start on the 1st December with a new window being ‘lit’ each day at 5pm. Maps are available on posters in the street to enable visitors to find the windows each day, as well as on our website and on our Facebook and Instagram pages. We want everyone to see our special street at Christmas. “There are an array of window themes to look forward to” explains organiser, Shirley Offer. ‘It will be a Christmas treasure hunt. We can’t wait to see everyone’s windows, it will be a visual delight for all.” During any St Thomas St event, it is always important that the wider community benefits. Any money donated through participating Advent Windows letter boxes, will go to the Elim Connect Centre in Wells that supports a wide range of vulnerable people. We want people to feel invited, excited and involved to see all the windows from 4:00pm each day. Please join us in our unique celebration of the Advent period in Wells.

Father Christmas at The Bishop’s Palace Saturday 5th - Sunday 20th December: 10:00am - 4:00pm. Father Christmas is coming to the Palace! Tickets are now on sale to visit our socially distanced Father and Mother Christmas! They will be meeting children in the Palace on 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th & 20th Dec. Each family will have a chance to meet Father and Mother Christmas, and of course, receive a gift! For up to date information and tickets visit bishopspalace.org.uk/whats-on/ father-christmas-at-the-bishops-palace/

In light of the risk of changing covid restrictions, it is advisable that anyone who wishes to visit these events should contact the organisers before travelling to ensure that the event is still scheduled to take place.

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Creating Calm If you know a child or young person struggling with big feelings, stressful situations or other life challenges, then therapy can really help them. There are lots of reasons they might come for therapy and generally, the answer is, ‘Yes, I can help.’ I work with children and young people experiencing a huge range of concerns including: • Abuse • Anger and frustration • Anxiety • ASD and PANDAS • Attachment • Bereavement • Family issues

• Fears and phobias • OCD, TS, ODD and PDA • School issues • Self-esteem and self-image • Trauma and PTSD • And more…

I support children and young people with play and creative arts therapy, AutPlay, TraumaPlay, Emotional Logic and animal assisted therapy. I generally work 1:1 with clients, but I will often work supporting the family too. I have a few client spaces, for immediate start in my private practice, at Cherry Tree Studio, Mendip Court, South Horrington, Wells. If I can help someone you know, or you would like to know more about how I work, please get in touch. You can also find out more at www.creatingcalm.co.uk

Do you need help for a child or young person that you know? I'm a local therapist, based in Wells, who supports children, young people and their families to help them manage big feelings, stressful situations and other life challenges.

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Christmas at the Palace

with gluhwein, bratwurst, hot chocolate and much more whilst you admire the decorations.

Saturday 5th – Tuesday 22nd December: Bishops Palace and Gardens. Brighten up your winter and find some festive cheer with a visit to ‘Christmas at the Palace’ in Wells! Despite the difficulties that 2020 has brought, The Bishop’s Palace is planning to bring some socially-distanced joy to the Christmas season with their annual festive celebrations throughout December. The rooms of the medieval Palace building will each be festooned with decorations on a variety of themes, from medieval through to Victorian. The Entrance Hall will be warmed by a roaring fire, and seasonal greenery and foliage from the Palace Gardens will be used to create stunning adornments to complement the historic interiors. Outside the Palace, the Gardens will also be dressing up for Christmas, with a winter woodland theme, and outdoor lighting and decorations in the formal gardens. There will also be a Christmasthemed family trail which will take visitors through the Palace & Gardens, leading to a traditional nativity scene at the end. The free area opposite the Croquet Lawn will be taken over by the new Winter Woodland Outdoor Christmas Café. With festive music and German Market-inspired food and drink, you can get into the Christmas spirit

Beat Surgery Thursday 10th December: Wells Library, Union St, 1:30pm - 3:00pm. Come along and meet your local Neighbourhood Policing Team. You can talk to us about issues or concerns and get crime prevention advice. PCSO 8741 SEARLE will be attending.

Come along and meet your local Neighbourhood Policing Team. You can talk to us about issues or Social distancing must be observed in the library concerns and get crime prevention advice.

and a mask worn at all times. Visits will be limited to 15 minutes. Place: WELLS LIBRARY, UNION ST Social distancing must be observed in the library and a mask worn at all times

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We are excited to open the doors to our new look Farm Shop at our HQ in Pylle. Stocking a wider range, even more high quality produce and an excellent Who will be attending: selection of fresh, local products. PCSO 8741 SEARLE

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On The Move - Wells Vineyard Church Sundays: Wells Vineyard Church would like to share the exciting developments which have taken place this last month. We are delighted that Wells United Church has agreed to share their beautifully refurbished Sanctuary in Union Street and the Seager Hall with us. Once this new Lockdown has been lifted, the people of Wells are joyfully invited to join us for Worship and Ministry on Sundays at 4:00pm, followed by Tea and Cake (when permitted) and a friendly chat. Please do come along. In the meantime we are resorting to Zoom once again. Please contact Sue (07984382157) if you would like to be included.

Prickles Hedgehog Rescue Prickles Hedgehog Rescue in Cheddar continue through the winter to care for both unwell and small hedgehogs who would not survive hibernation. We would be most grateful for donations of cat food in jelly and disposable gloves. If you can help please get in touch on 07806 744772.

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Brand new Windows 10 update released, and support options for those with slow MacBooks or iMacs. Microsoft has released their October 2020 update for Windows 10, codename 20H2, which brings some welcomed changes, including features to help with multitasking. The task-switch screen is now able to show Edge tabs separately, to help with jumping between pages. It remains important to keep up with these updates in order to stay safe online. To update your Windows 10 devices, open the start menu and click on the settings cog icon, choose “Update & Security”, and click on “Check for updates” which will prompt the device to check for available updates. Click “Install” if you see this button appear. Problems fetching or installing the new update? We are happy to help out – see contact details in advert below. iMac and MacBook users often jump to conclusions when their machines become slow or unresponsive, and assume their sole option is to replace their equipment entirely. This usually means spending at least £1000, on new equipment, when in truth, their existing iMacs or MacBooks can be repaired and upgraded for a fraction of the cost. These upgrades are delicate procedures and should only be undertaken by specialists. We at CPS are often performing such repairs for iMacs and MacBooks, so if your Mac has become sluggish, we may be able to help

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Donate your Winter Fuel Payment so Somerset’s elderly don’t have to choose between heating and eating Every year, hundreds of our older neighbours are forced to choose between heating and eating. The coronavirus outbreak means that this winter will be even more difficult and worrying, as many older people will find themselves cut off from family and friends, facing higher costs to heat their homes. Somerset Community Foundation’s Surviving Winter appeal encourages people who don’t need their Winter Fuel Payment to donate some or all of it to help local older people. Online Surviving Winter donations that are made during the week-long Big Give Christmas Challenge - midday Tuesday 1 December to midday Tuesday 8 December will be doubled. So, not only will your donation be worth twice as much, but even more older and isolated people across the county will feel warm, safe and well this winter. If you would like to donate to Surviving Winter, visit www.somersetcf.org.uk/winter or call 01749 344949.

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Please follow your local MS group on Facebook @ MSSocietyMendip and feel free to contact us via mendip@msociety.org.uk. For a confidential chat you can call the MS Society free helpline on 0808 800 8000, Monday to Friday 9:00am to 7:00pm. #neveralone #strongertogether

Wells in Mosaic Wells most contemporary and historic piece of public art is coming along very well thanks to lockdown! As perverse as this may seem, mosaic artist Ruth Ames White has found herself with much more time to work on the 6m diameter walkable map of the City. As each window and each section of the giant work of art is completed it is cut away and stored in a specially constructed box, ready for installation, which is still some time away though.

No one should have to choose between heating and eating

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Your local Mendip Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society Group is pleased to offer the following services during these covid times… • Free, confidential and impartial advice from the Mendip Citizens Advice every Thursday 12:30pm – 4:00pm. Help is available for anyone affected by MS in the Mendip area. Simply, contact the dedicated MS Adviser Danielle on 07971 967898 or email MS@citizensadvicemendip.org.uk • Keep Fit chair session classes via zoom, for 30 minutes, every Tuesday and Friday. Please contact Linda Bolton on 07713 097588 • Art Therapist, Hillary Rapp (HCPC & BAAT Registered) is happy to arrange zoom or telephone sessions to support people during this period of isolation. Please call Hilary on 0773 0011 255 or email hilaryrapp@gmail.com

There is however a major drawback, which is the inability of the team supporting Ruth, to hold fundraising events. It is hoped that the project will be wholly funded by the people of Wells, businesses, organisations and individuals, who have already made some very generous donations. A recent donation by Wells Civic Society enabled Ruth to buy more of the ceramic tiles she needs to continue the work. If you or your organisation would like to contribute please contact via www.wellsinmosaic.org or facebook.com/wellsinmosaic and your name could be ‘set in stone’ for the next few hundred years.

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Natural pain relief, supercharged health and the gift of wellbeing As an osteopath, I see many people in chronic pain - and most say the same thing: “I really don’t like taking prescription painkillers for too long.” As a herbalist I’ve seen that most of us are suffering some level of anxiety in our world of change and uncertainty. What could I do to help? After much research, I’m excited to introduce my solution - a new range of natural products based on a single substance that can relieve pain, inflammation, anxiety, insomnia and foster mental clarity and overall good health, including weight management. That remarkable substance is CBD oil, currently the subject of much mainstream medical and scientific research. You may have heard about this but been unsure. So it’s important to know that the Expert Herbalist products are fully legal, contain only the highest quality, reliably sourced oil – and are not psychoactive, so do not create any effects associated with ‘getting high’.

CBD works by binding to cannabinoid receptors in the body, keeping cells alive and healthy and regulating many brain and body functions. I like the saying, ‘The brain is like a symphony, and CBD can bring the entire symphony into harmony’. The Expert Herbalist range includes pure full spectrum CBD oil, isolate and capsules. CBD plus hemp oil for pain, scars, skin care and problems and sweet tasting adult gummi bears to chew discreetly on the go. Looking for meaningful Christmas presents? Any of these are a great choice for sporty types, those who crave wellbeing, a calm mind, supercharged health or pain relief – and they show you care. One of my patients has bought CBD oil for all of his employees this Christmas!

To order and for lots more information, go to www.expertherbalist.co.uk – and if you’d like some advice, do get in touch. Follow Expert Herbalist on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook

About Matthew Jackson… Matthew Jackson is well known locally as an osteopath and acupuncturist, specialising in Shockwave therapy. He is also a professional herbalist and registered practitioner, having trained in London and China with world class herbalists. He is now open again for consultations at new premises with…safety…and a dedicated entrance for patients. Follow Somerset Health Practice on Instagram and Facebook, or @glastoosteo on Twitter.

Matthew Jackson - BSc (Hons) Ost, Dip Ac/CHM (China), Pg Dip CHM (OB/GYN), Pg Cert US (MSK) MRCHM, BMUS

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Christmas Appeals The Works in Wells (48-50 High Street, Wells) is supporting Elim Connect Centre and Wells Foodbank with their Christmas Appeals this year. The Elim Connect Centre are looking for donations of Toys and Gifts and Adult Colouring Books. Wells Foodbank are making up Christmas Shoeboxes for children of clients. We are hoping that The Works customers will buy small “stocking filler” type gifts which can be included in the boxes. For example there are cute little Canvas bags which children can colour for themselves on a BuyOne GetOne free offer, making them 2 for £1.00. If you would like to support these fantastic local appeals just mention them when making your purchases and The Works team will see your donations are passed on. Alternatively, you can make a cash donation to The Foodbank. Please use the reference ‘Christmas Shoebox’ and the team will use any donations to buy gifts for children on your behalf. The bank details are as follows: Wells Vineyard Christian Fellowship, HSBC, sort code 40-46-06, acc no 31387170.

RNLI Winscombe & District Branch – Plans for post-lockdown 2 Sadly, RNLI Winscombe & District Branch had to cancel its two planned November Pop-Up Sales but it plans to “Bounce Back” assuming that the current “Lockdown 2” does end on 2nd December. The plan is to stage one more Pop-Up Sale this year comprising RNLI Christmas Cards & Souvenirs, Chris’s “Bits & Pieces”, Large Christmas Present Items and Christa’s Choice of the Day on Saturday 12th December in Winscombe on Studley’s Forecourt (Opposite the Coop Supermarket) from 9:30am to 12:30pm; as this will be outdoors it will be subject to the weather as well as the Covid 19 Status on the day. The Branch still has a stock of Christmas Cards and 2021 Diaries & Calendars that may be purchased directly from either Mary (01934842075) or Albert (01749- 677445); or at the above event. In addition, the “Honesty Box” Plant & Produce Sales Tables in Sandford opposite the St Monica’s Complex and on Jubilee Road Axbridge are still operating; as well as buying items, plants and produce may be left for onward sales at both locations. The Branch has introduced a fun fundraising idea that can be done at home and one that will positively benefit anyone who would like to take part. Health professionals have advised that to increase our

COMMUNITY resilience if Covid comes calling, everyone should aim to lose 5 pounds in weight. The scheme is called “5-4-5” so if you have gained a few pounds since March and would like a little encouragement to lose weight you can support the RNLI at the same time. It is very simple, “lose five pounds in weight and donate £5-00 to the RNLI”. To take part, please contact Tina (01934-842304) or e-mail meejlfh@ gmail.com to obtain the pledge form and start shedding those pounds!”

The Somerset Move-In Fund awards £70,000 of grants to support homeless charities Grants worth over £70,000 have been awarded to eight local charities and community groups directly supporting homeless people to move into independent living. Funds were awarded from The Somerset Move-In Fund, managed by Somerset Community Foundation (SCF). After consulting a range of homelessness charities and community groups earlier in the year, SCF were told that many homeless people couldn’t move into their own homes because they couldn’t find the funds to purchase essentials such as curtains, carpets, furniture, white goods, and pots and pans. The Somerset Move-In Fund has been designed to help local charities give homeless people the best possible chance of finding a place to live and make it a home, with each individual receiving up to £500 of support. If you run a local community group or charity and would like to find out more about grant funding in general, please call Somerset Community Foundation on: 01749 344949 or visit: www. somersetcf.org.uk SCF is passionate about doing as much as possible to support our communities, and is encouraging local people, businesses, charitable trusts and organisations who feel able to donate to the Somerset Coronavirus Appeal to visit the SCF website: www.somersetcf.org.uk/appeal or, if that isn’t possible, call 01749 344949. Community Foundations are local champions, connecting people and organisations that want to improve their communities. They invest in local people and organisations tackling some of the biggest issues facing communities today and supporting some of society’s most disadvantaged people. They provide help and advice to those who want to give at the heart of their communities, both now and in the long-term, by matching donors to important local causes.

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Merry Christmas and a Safe New Year! from all at Laurel & Wylde Estate Agents Would you like us to sell your property? For a free valuation of your property, please call on 01934 742966 to have an up to date market appraisal.