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Singing for Fun and Friendship
We are a friendly group, meeting for the simple love of singing. No musical ability whatever is required - but a sense of humour is always good! The words are on a screen, music from the computer. No membership fees, just a donation of £2 towards hire of the hall and refreshments. We meet at 2:00pm on alternate Mondays at St Peters Church (in St Judes Hall) Baytree Road. Dates to year end are 28th October, 11th & 25th November, 2nd and 16th December.
Contact Pam on 07776307097 or email daleykeith@hotmail.co.uk
All Saints Church in Weston Celebrates it’s Patronal Festival
Friday 1st November, 7:00pm: All Saints day Solemn mass sung by Costanzi Consort followed by Cheese and Wine in the hall. Setting-Palestrina.
Saturday 2nd November, 10:30am: All Souls Day Solemn Requiem sung by Harmonia Sacra, SettingVictoria.
Sunday 3rd November, 11:00am: Solemn Pontifical mass Celebrant the Right Reverend Michael Langrish followed by Bring and Share Lunch in the hall, then Evensong with Benediction at 2:30pm.
Contact Parish Office 01934 415379 email office@allsaintswsm.org
November Events
The Friends Of The Playhouse host their Saturday Coffee Mornings, 10:00am11:30am at the High Street Theatre. Hot Drinks and Biscuits on sale. The mornings are open to members and non members.
Saturday 2nd November: The monthly raffle to win 2 tickets to a show at the theatre (subject to availability and to be taken within 3 months ) plus other lovely prizes.
Saturday 16th November: General Knowledge Quiz Only £1 per person to enter.
Saturday 30th November: Grand Christmas Raffle. Some Super Prizes to be won!!
A warm welcome
You will be sure of a warm welcome at our Saturday coffee morning in our old and beautiful Church hall in the centre of town - Emmanuel Church, Oxford Street. Held on the first Saturday of the month - the next one on 2nd November. People of all ages and walks of life can come together for a meet-up of friends and to make new friends from 10:30am until 12:00 noon. There will be lovely homemade cakes available and a sale of other goodies including books.
Contact Dina 01934 625994
Hard of Hearing Social GroupNovember meeting Monday 4th November
The North Somerset Hard of Hearing Social Group meets generally on the 1st Monday of each month 2:00pm to 4:00pm at the Conservative Club, 24-26 Alexandra Parade, Weston super Mare BS23 10X. The meetings are a mixture of speakers, outings, chat and useful information.
Cost £4 to include refreshments.
Come along. We will be happy to see you.
Last pop up fabric shop of the year!
The Thursday Girls are holding a pop up fabric shop on Wednesday 6th November from 10:00am to 3:00pm at Greenways Farm, 2 Lyefield Road, Worle BS22 9NX.
Mark Pickles will be bringing lots of cotton fabrics, wadding and haberdashery. He will service your sewing machine - please call him on 01225 482413 to book a slot. Enjoy coffee, homemade cakes or lunch in our coffee shop - profits in aid of Freewheelers. We will also have a sales table (Christmas gifts?!) and a tombola. Contact Heather on 07967527455 or thethursdaygirls@gmail.com
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For those of us who want a low maintenance garden, Colourfence promises a lifetime of hassle-free enjoyment.
Where do people go wrong when buying a computer?
We often visit new customers who have previously bought a computer without advice from an experienced IT professional. There are some factors that stand out repeatedly, which could heavily reduce your use or enjoyment of the equipment.
The most common issue seems to be lack of disk space. Generally, we recommend that the absolute smallest disk space requirement should be 250 gigabytes (GB) as having a disk a small as 64 or 128 gigabytes can often cause issues. Whilst some data can be stored on the cloud to avoid taking up disk space, people often do not want to pay the monthly or annual charge to store their data elsewhere. If you are planning to buy a new computer, check what your current storage requirement is and make sure your next machine has enough to cope with this, plus more space to cope with your future storage requirements. With solid state drives being more prevalent now, the older style SATA magnetic disks often had much greater storage capability than many modern computers offer.
Another issue is poor quality processors (CPU). Typically the cheapest modern Windows computers contain an Intel Pentium processor, but the minimum choice these days should be Intel i3 or Ryzen 3 processor.
It is also worth checking, before you buy, if the computer can be upgraded. Some machines do not allow the existing storage to be replaced, as the hard drive is soldered to the motherboard. Also some computers do not have a spare memory slot, so there is no chance of upgrading the RAM.
We always advise that people speak to an independent computer retailer, as these companies tend to be well aware of the pitfalls of buying computers. Ideally you want to buy a system that can easily be upgraded, should the need occur.
There are many of you with Windows 10 or older computers that are in need of upgrade, so please consider the above when you are planning to replace hardware. Apple users should also carefully check specification, as often the cheapest option is not the right one longer term.
For those that would like some local help, we specialise in the needs of existing computer users who wish to move to new equipment, offering an in-home service. Please see our advert on this page, or contact myself Neil Buzzard on 07973 536299 or email sales@e-cps.co.uk
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Weston-super-Mare Music Appreciation Society
Our next meetings are on 6th November, 4th December 2024 & 15th January 2025. 2:15pm for a 2:30pm start with tea/coffee provided during the interval. We have presentations given by professional speakers and our own members. Come and join a friendly group of people with a shared interest in a wide range of recorded music. We meet at Milton Methodist Church, 2 Milton Hill, Weston-super-Mare BS22 9RA. (The hall is behind the church). For more details email: simonrawlings9@gmail.com or call/ text Simon on 07971474968. Visit our website at: www.thefrms.co.uk/affprogs/wsm_home.htm
Story Night at The Black Cat
On 6th November, at 8:00pm, The Black Cat, Weston High Street, is hosting a story night. Local writers are invited to come and read their short stories. Any topic, the only constraint being it shouldn’t take more than five or ten minutes to read. If you’re not a writer, do come along. What could be better than a cosy pub with writers’ imaginations taking you far away from the gloom of a dark November night? It’s free and for details see Writers in Stone www.facebook.com/ groups/392847511385212 or The Black Cat www. facebook.com/groups/theblackcat
Weston-super-Mare u3a presents…
Our lecture on Friday 8th November will be “an author abroad”. Michael Malaghan has travelled extensively and learned much from those travels. “When you are in Rome, do as the Romans do” is a slogan Michael adheres to, but find out if that always applies! Doors open at 1:50pm for a 2”15pm start. Admission, open to non-members, is £2, includes tea/coffee/ biscuits after the talk, in the United Reformed Church Hall in the Boulevard. We look forward to an entertaining afternoon, getting you ready for the weekend. Contact Mike on 07949585293.
Weston-super-Mare Archaeological and Natural History Society (WANHS) Monthly Talk
WANHS would like to invite you to their monthly talk on Tuesday 12th November entitled - “Bugs” in Folklore and Fable by Ray Barnet.
This most interesting presentation will be held at FACES, 4-6 Station Rd, Weston-Super-Mare BS23 1XB. Doors will open at 7:00pm and the talk will begin at 7:30pm to 8:30pm. Entry fees are £2.00 for members and £4.00 for non-members. Parking is available nearby and venue is accessible by bus. For further information please visit www.wanhs.co.uk
Weston Rotary Christmas Charities Fayre
Free admission, Saturday 9th November at The Sovereign, Weston-super-Mare from 10:00am.
Weston-s-Mare & District Family History Society
At Our Lady of Lourdes Church Hall, Baytree Rd, on 13th November 2:30pm - 4:30pm, will be our AGM followed by Hints & Tips for Family History Research. Hear about the hints and tips that Jenny Towey has discovered over her 50 years of researching her family tree.
Members £1.50 Guests £2.00 to include Tea/Coffee and Biscuits.
If you need any help with your research or how to start your Family Tree we hold a free help session on the first Saturday of the month in Weston Library. Next session: 2nd November 2:00pm - 3:30pm.
Has someone you love died? Are you feeling alone?
Sometimes it can be helpful just to talk to someone who understands!
The Grieve Well Café at Christchurch is for anyone who has lost someone close, whether that’s recently or a while ago.
Please come and join us for a coffee or tea, for a chance to share experiences of loss or just to enjoy the company of people who have similar life stories.
The cafe is open from 10:00am to noon.
Next dates: 20th November, 18th December and every third Wednesday of the month, at Christchurch Clevedon.
Macular Society local group.
Next meeting Wednesday 20th November
The local Weston-super-Mare Macular Society Group covering Weston Clevedon Winscombe meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month 10:30am to 12:30pm at St Peter’s Church Hall, Baytree Road, Weston-superMare BS22 8HG.
The group is for anyone affected by central vision loss, AMD wet or dry. We have presentations on a variety of topics including useful appliances, helpful organisations and local interest such as RNIB and GWR.
Cost £3 including refreshments. Friends and carers most welcome.
For more information contact Jo 07947 373 244.
BBC Radio Bristol Joe Sims
Wednesday 20th November, 2:00pm in the Upstairs Bar at the Playhouse Theatre, there will be a fascinating talk by JOE SIMS who now presents the Breakfast Show on BBC Radio Bristol. Joe is a very accomplished actor. He has appeared extensively on television and the stage. His varied TV appearances include ITV Drama Broadchurch, where he played Nige Carter, in which he appeared in 3 series. Other productions include Endeavour, Father Brown, Casualty, Midsummer Murders, Shakespeare and Hathaway, Agatha Raisin, Plebs, Doctor Who and many more. He also played the murderer of Joanna Yeates, Vincent Tabak, in the BAFTA award winning docudrama The Lost Honour Of Christopher Jefferies. In September 2023 Joe was given his own radio show and announced as the new Breakfast Presenter on BBC Radio Bristol.
There will also be a Q and A session with Joe so have your questions ready on the day.
The Piano
Playing a musical instrument is rewarding and fulfilling. Learn the musical language of time values, notes on the stave, cantabile, allegro and largo! Learn the technique of playing the Piano - strumento incredibile!! Balance and combine melodic lines and accompaniments, play octaves of triumph or whisper chords of peace, highlighting special notes to reveal a hidden melody. Delve into the drama of a Beethoven sonata, admire the architecture of a Bach fugue, or indulge in the heart-wrenching beauty of a Schumann fantasy.
Learning the piano establishes self-discipline and resilience. It is a journey that takes time and effort but can bring enormous enjoyment and sense of achievement. Surely the world today, more than ever, needs more pianists!
Tickets £6 50 (Members ) £8.50 (Non Members ) to include tea and cake and can be purchased at the Saturday Coffee Mornings or by emailing playhousefriendswsm@hotmail.com
Christmas comes to Winscombe
Winscombe Community Centre is holding its annual Christmas Fair on Saturday 23rd November, from 9:30am until 12:30pm. Come along for easy and varied Christmas shopping, then relaxing with mince pies and coffee.
Free entry to our anual Christmas sale of handmade items
The ‘So Crafty’ sewing & craft group at Clarence Park Baptist Church are hosting their Christmas sale on Saturday 23rd November from 10:00am - 1:00pm. Refreshments will be available. Money raised is for Baytree Specalist School.
Please come along and support us. Queries ring Nikki 07593146087.
A Warm Welcome at our Christmas Fayre
You will be sure of a warm welcome at our Christmas Fayre in our old and beautiful Church hall in the centre of town - Emmanuel Church, Oxford Street, to be held on Saturday 23rd November. This will be held from 10:30am until 2:00pm and delicious lunches will be served.
People of all ages and walks of life can come together for a meet-up of friends and to make new friends. There will be lovely homemade cakes available and a sale of other goodies including books.
Contact Dina 01934 625994
Eternal Light - Music for Remembrance
by experienced and qualified teacher ( ALCM, Dip ABRSM, LRSM, BA) in Weston-super-Mare.
PIANO AND THEORY LESSONS
All ages and levels welcome. Piano accompanying for exams and festivals. Call Katie on 01934 624564 / 07940 892635 kjpurnell.com / kjpurnell.co.uk
Another wonderful concert from Weston Choral Society featuring Howard Goodall’s Lux Aeterna, Tavener’s Funeral Ikos and Lauridsen’s ‘Sure on this Shining Night’. Music to remember those we have loved and see no more.
The concert takes place in the superb acoustic of All Saints’ Church, BS23 2NL on Saturday 23rd November at 3:00pm.
Tickets from the Weston Choral website only. No tickets sold on the door. We look forward to seeing you.
Dream Doors celebrates 25 years with £250 voucher giveaway
Local kitchen makeover company, Dream Doors, recently celebrated their 25th anniversary, and they’re asking their followers to submit their favourite family recipe, or memory in the kitchen over this time.
The company have seen kitchen trends and popular styles change over the past 25 years, but one thing remains the same is that the kitchen space is the heart of any home. This campaign encourages customers to reminisce on their favourite times, with one lucky winner being gifted a £250 food shop voucher to recreate their favourite recipe.
Dream Doors began trading in 1999 and now has 90 showrooms nationwide, with their North Somerset showroom opening in 2012, after finding a gap in the market for affordable kitchen makeovers that caused minimal disruption to the home. By simply replacing the doors and drawer fronts, Dream Doors allows you to completely revamp your space, for up to 50% less than a fully fitted kitchen. Avoiding the unnecessary removal of the cabinets allows for their fitters to be in and out in as little as 2-3 days, meaning customers can be enjoying their new kitchen in no time!
Dream Doors also have a commitment to sustainability, providing kitchens that benefit both the homeowner, and the planet. By actively encouraging customers to reuse their existing cabinetry, and ensuring all materials removed are disposed of responsibly, Dream Doors North Somerset are making every effort to reduce the impact to the environment made by the kitchen industry.
Do you have a memory to share? Visit the Dream Doors Facebook page to enter!
Why not visit our showroom at 5 The Precinct, Brinsea Road, Congresbury, Somerset BS49 5JG to see how you can start your kitchen makeover journey. There you can view a wide range of kitchen doors styles and colours, as well a selection of modern appliances, storage solutions, and lighting options, to complete your kitchen makeover.
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Call us now for a free estimate: 01934 832361 or 01275 562031 9.8/10
What Happens During a Hearing Test?
‘Hello’ to our dear friends from Toby, Claire, Emma, Sam, and of course, Charlie the dog, at Meadows & Wood Hearing Care.
We understand that attending your first hearing test can feel a bit daunting. At Meadows & Wood, we strive to provide expert hearing care in a relaxed environment, ensuring you receive the best possible advice and service.
Upon arrival at one of our clinics, you will be greeted by a friendly team member and invited into our comfortable waiting area. An experienced Audiologist will then introduce themselves and discuss your concerns, symptoms and any family history of hearing loss.
The hearing test begins with an otoscopy to examine your outer ear and eardrum, checking for blockages or other concerns. Next, a tympanometry test will evaluate the functioning of your middle ear. This is followed by a pure tone audiometry test, where you’ll wear headphones and be asked to respond to a series of sounds at different frequencies and volumes. This helps determine your hearing threshold and identify any potential hearing loss. We will also conduct a word recognition test to evaluate your ability to understand speech at various volume levels.
Following these tests, your Audiologist will explain the results to you in detail. If hearing loss is detected, they will discuss potential treatment options, which may include microsuction, hearing aids, or even referral to other medical professionals. Our Audiologists can also fit hearing aids during your appointment, allowing you to leave with improved hearing straight away.
We’re here to help you. As North Somerset’s only full-time, independent family audiology clinic, we would be pleased to offer you a free hearing check-up and have a chat about your hearing. Contact details are below.
Fruit & Nut Bark – a great gift to make for Christmas
Ingredients
75g cup walnuts
450g good white chocolate, finely chopped
75g dried cranberries
75g medium-diced dried apricot
Directions
• Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C.
• Using a pencil, draw an 8-by-10-inch rectangle on a piece of parchment paper. Turn the parchment paper over so the pencil mark doesn’t get onto the chocolate and place it on a sheet pan.
• Place the walnuts in one layer on another sheet pan and bake for 8 minutes. Set aside to cool.
• Place three quarters of the white chocolate in a heat-proof glass bowl and put it in the microwave on high for 30 seconds.
• Stir the chocolate with a rubber spatula, return it to the microwave for another 30 seconds, then stir again. Continue to heat and stir in 30-second intervals until the chocolate is just melted.
• Immediately stir in the remaining chocolate and allow it to sit at room temperature, stirring often, until it’s completely smooth. (If you need to heat it
a little more, place it in the microwave for another 15 seconds.)
• Pour the melted chocolate onto the parchment paper and spread it lightly to fill the drawn rectangle.
• Sprinkle the top evenly with the cooled walnuts, the cranberries, and apricots. Press the nuts and fruit lightly so they will set in the chocolate.
• Set aside for at least 2 hours until firm or refrigerate for 20 minutes.
• Cut or break the bark in 16 pieces and serve at room temperature.
Great as Christmas presents – present in a small box or cellophane bag tied with a pretty ribbon. Enjoy.
PS: If you need me to clean your cooker before Christmas, please call me Matt, OvenGleamers, on 01934 440032
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Make More Room for Festive Cheer!
Fed up with going through piles of clutter to find your Christmas decorations? Risking life and limb to get to those boxes you stuffed in the loft last year?
Lofts can be a real gold mine of fantastic storage potential, not only for Christmas, but all year round. However, they are only going to be so much use, if you can get in and out of them safely, especially if you need to lift heavy objects up and down. We’re not talking about climbing up on that wobbly, old kitchen chair, and hoping for the best... we’re talking about safe access with ladders and hatches, that aren’t going to put you at risk of spending Christmas with a sprained ankle, or worse. After all, who’s going to polish off that last tin of Quality Street if you’re in A&E? No matter how much you love those baubles and tinsel, it’s just not worth the risk!
Here at Access4Lofts, we specialise in installing loft ladders and hatches, that can help you make the most of your loft, and safely access that extra storage you so desperately need. We have a number of options to suit any space, no matter how small, and can even offer some shelving options too. You’d be surprised at just how much room there is up there, and you’ll be even more surprised at just how quick, easy, and affordable it can be too.
This could also be a fantastic opportunity to think about some better insulation. A properly insulated roof can knock as much as 20% off your energy bills, so you and your family can be sure to keep cosy and warm this winter, without worrying about those bills come spring. Once the decorations are all put away again, this could also be a great chance to free up some room in the rest of the house too.
Find out how Access4Lofts can help you enjoy peace of mind, along with your festive cheer. To book a free survey and quote visit www.Access4Lofts.co.uk/BristolSouth, or call 01275 293128
You can also find them on Facebook as Access4Lofts Bristol South
Remember, Remember…
“Remember, remember the 5th of November” is what I remember from my childhood days. The promise of bonfires and fireworks and children making ‘guys’ and pushing them round the streets collecting money for fireworks. When the night arrived, we’d have hot dogs and sparklers and sit the aforementioned chap on top of the bonfire! Jumping jacks would chase us down the garden path, and cartwheels would always escape from their moorings and fly off in full display. Those were fun but dangerous days!
Electrical appliances are dangerous too, and although it’s tempting to try to fix a broken one yourself, it is not advisable. Our engineers are fully trained and will always do a visual risk assessment when they enter your home. We will carry out the repair and leave your machine safe for you to use. We are fully insured as well, so in the very unlikely event something goes wrong, you are covered. We have noticed a few guys on Facebook who are offering to repair machines, and they are not trained or insured. We would advise you to beware. Like King James, you don’t want your house blown up!
We are really busy at the moment, so please be patient. If you get the answering machine, then leave a message and we will call you back. If you email us, please make sure you leave the right email address and telephone number for us to reply to you.
And watch out for our special Christmas competition due to be announced shortly. Follow us on Facebook to find out more.
Happy Bonfire Night from us all here at Browns.
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Sparkle and Joy at Christmas Fayre: Meet Santa’s Reindeer!
Get ready for a festive Christmas Fayre at the Winter Gardens, Weston on 24th November from 10:30 to 15:20. Join Weston Hospicecare for a day filled with festive cheer featuring local singers, choirs, and other exciting entertainment. Look for Santa and friends making a special appearance. Don’t miss Santa’s reindeer as they will be there for you to meet and snap a photo with! Explore our Christmas stalls, fun games, and treat yourself to mulled wine mince pies while you browse around. It’s a magical day not to be missed!
Santa Paws Is Coming to Town!
Get ready for a magical time! Bring your furry friend to meet Santa Paws in his festive grotto at Men In Sheds, Clarence Park East, on 30th November from 10:00am. For a small donation you can take a photo of your pooch with the big man himself and receive a doggie goodie bag! Delicious warm mince pies, mulled wine, tea/coffee will all be severed too! Don’t miss out and let’s make it a day filled with wagging tails, Christmas spirit, while supporting Weston Hospicecare!
Christmas Fayre and Seasonal Refreshments
St Saviour’s Hall on the Locking Road, Weston, BS23 3EN has a Christmas Fayre starting from 10:30am until 12:30pm on Saturday 30th November, there are stalls and seasonal refreshments, entrance is free, do come along and meet your friends and chat over a coffee or tea. Merry Christmas and everyone is welcome.
For further details contact 01934 522026
Christmas Fayre
Come to the Axbridge Church Christmas Fayre on Saturday 7th December, starting at 10:30am in the Axbridge Town Hall. Lots of goodies to buy and fun to be had and, of course, there will be coffee and cake.
A Christmas Celebration! Worle Community Choir sings for you again
We are holding our Christmas concert once again at Milton Baptist Church on Saturday 14th December at 7:00pm. Ticket prices £8/£4. Would love to see lots of you enjoying the spirit of Christmas.
Do you have an interest in quilting?
We are Weston Quilters a lively group of people of all abilities who enjoy patchwork and quilting. We normally meet on the first Monday of each month at the Hundred Academy, Beaufighter Road, Weston super Mare BS24 8EE. Doors open at 7:00pm for a 7:30pm start. There are guest speakers during the year and the opportunity to buy from our invited traders. Guest entrance £5. Please go to our Facebook for any change in venue and for more information.
Day Centre Every Tuesday In Milton Respite Care
Day centre every Tuesday in Milton. 10:00am - 1:30pm. Perfect respite care for carers or companionship for lone people. Dementia care. Entertainment. Games. Newspapers. Fully insured qualified staff. DBS checked. Please contact NIKKI on 07879018384 for further information and costs.
Cheddar Country Market
Some of our producers are planning ahead to Christmas with cards and craft items. Come and see what we have to sell at our market at the Village Hall, Cheddar every Tuesday from 10:00am - 11:30am. Why not start your Christmas shopping early. We take card payment and cash. Orders taken for Christmas
now. Our Christmas market will be on 17th December. More details later. Visit us soon. Refreshments available.
Spruce up your Dancing in readiness for the Festive season
Dancing at the Ritz, Burnham-on-Sea every Tuesday afternoon, 2:00pm - 4:00pm. Dancing includes Sequence, some modern ballroom, Olde thyme, some line dance. We are a sociable and friendly group. We have solo ladies and gents, if anyone needs a partner. Cost per person is £4. For further information contact Jeannie 07909 883553.
Weston Super Mare Philatelic Society. Conservative Club, Alexandra Parade BS231QX
The new season has started, and as before meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 2:00pm, also the forth Tuesday of each month at 7:00pm. We are a small, friendly, dedicated club with a vast knowledge over a wide range of subjects. We welcome one and all, whether beginners or experts. It’s your collections we would like to see and chat to you about it, so come along and enjoy a coffee and chat, all are welcome. Visit our website on Facebook or email me darrell.kellett@outlook.com
Weston Folk Dance Club
Our club would love to welcome new members to join them at their friendly dance group. Beginners are more than welcome as every dance is led by our experienced club callers. We meet from 8:00pm - 10:00pm on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at Corpus Christi Church hall, Ellenborough Park South, Weston BS23 1XW. For more information please contact Sheila 01934 625242
North Somerset Modelling Society - We Make Allsorts
The Society holds its meetings at the ‘Ebdon Arms’, Lilac Way, Wick St. Lawrence, Weston-super-Mare, BS22 9WE, from 7:30pm on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. It also holds an all day ‘model-in’ at The Helicopter Museum one Sunday each month. All modellers are welcome to either meeting, regardless of age or experience. For further information contact David Pye on 01934 844927, or visit our website www.nsmsworld.com
Join Weston Walking Group for Somerset Walks
We walk on Wednesdays and Saturdays in all parts of Somerset. Why not come and join us enjoying fresh country air, excellent views and friendly company. Visit our website www.westonwalkinggroup.co.uk or phone Barbara 01934 624138/07934 197780 to check where the next walk is. Come and join us, you will be very welcome.
Mothers Union meetings in Weston
We meet on the last Wednesday morning of each month. Venue is St John’s Church, Lower Bristol Road at 10:30am. All welcome, tea and biscuits included. Members and non members welcome. The union has been supporting families for nearly 150 years. Do join our small group, as we would love to see you.
A group for the ‘not so physically abled’ 16-60 years
We meet every Thursday 10:30am - 1:30pm at the Scout Hut on Windwhistle Lane. Behind the cricket club on Devonshire Road. We have speakers, outings & pub lunches, throughout the year. In November we have a visit to The Mall & Sanders Garden Centre. A chance for some Christmas shopping! Freshly prepared rolls of choice available to purchase. We are a friendly group so please come & join with us. Volunteers needed.
We use WDC community buses for transport. Any questions or to book transport ring Diana 07799110879
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.
Come and join us for some PreChristmas Woodturning
Fun
We are Weston Woodturning Circle and we meet at the Football Club in Winterstoke Road BS24 9AA every third Thursday from 7:00pm - 9:30pm. If you are interested in Woodturning we extend a very warm welcome no matter what level you are in your Woodturning journey. This month John Smith one of our club Members will be demonstrating something different for Christmas. If you decode to join out Club we can offer free tuition and the free loan of woodturning equipment as well as lots of help and support.
Free play sessions for the whole community, every Saturday!!
ParkPlay is free community play, every Saturday, for everyone. Make friends, have fun, get moving!
9:30am - Castle Batch Park, Bishop Avenue, Worle, Weston-super-Mare, BS22 7PQ
10:00am – Merlin Park Playground, Redcliff Bay, Portishead, BS20 8RW
Look out for the ParkPlay flag, we’ll be there – rain or shine. If you can, please register before you come along: park-play.com/register/ (you only need to this once). Find out more about ParkPlay here: www.betterhealthns.co.uk/information/parkplay/
Fancy trying Petanque? Come join us at the Beach Lawns
Weston Pentaque Club plays regularly in the See Monster Gardens on Beach Road at the following times: Sunday 10:15am, Monday/Wednesday/ Thursday 1:15pm. Sessions are free and usually last approx 2hrs.
Come and try this highly enjoyable game with us… we can supply all you need to give it a go… and hopefully join our friendly club! Membership is only £15 annually. We welcome both beginners and experienced players alike. Play continues year round, weather permitting. We look forward to seeing you. Contact us via Facebook-Weston super Mare Petanque for any info you need.
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 and Yatton. No need to book, just come along!
Please see our website for the dates, times and meeting places: www.betterhealthns.co.uk/getactive/walking/
Or contact us at: getactive@n-somerset.gov.uk / 01275 882 730
Christmas at Front Room Theatre
Don’t miss our two original Christmas shows on sale now!
Let There Be Mud (Ages 14+) – The Victorians are coming… one era wasn’t enough! A classic tale of time travelling Victorians hell bent on taking back their seaside towns.
Yara in the Wild Wood (Ages 3+) – Yara is wild and free, but there’s more to these woods than the trees. A tale of growing up, getting wiser and making unexpected friends.
All tickets are ‘pay what you decide’. Book your tickets now at www.frontroomwsm.com
NSPCWT
offers a variety of support to
Parent Carers
Do you have a child with an emerging need, additional need or disability? Your child or young person does not need a diagnosis for you to access support.
Come along to one of the many coffee meet ups or training sessions offered on topics such as how to apply for Financial Support, Sensory & Sleep, Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and much more... We also organise large scale events, host stay & plays in selected half terms plus seasonal wellbeing activities for parents & carers.
Find out more here: www.nspcwt.org/ Or follow us @nspcwt
Over 50? Time To Spare? Weston Wheels Needs You!
If you drive your own car and would like to help the people of Weston get to and from hospital appointments in Bristol call us.
What’s in it for you? The satisfaction of knowing you have helped people in need. Out of pocket expenses. The opportunity to meet new people. Want to know more call Joan on 07952708067
Entries now open for Highbridge Festival in March 2025
Syllabuses and entry forms are live on our website: www.highbridgefestival.org.uk. We’ve already had lots of interest in the Dance Section, so please enter very soon as places are limited. There are classes for individuals and groups in the Speech & Drama Section – with opportunities to showcase poetry recitals and drama pieces. New for 2025 is a Trophy Class for children’s original poetry. The Music Section welcomes entries from everyone from beginners to virtuosos – audiences are very friendly and you can choose to perform without the pressure of formal competition.
Weston 50+ Social Singles Group could be just for YOU!
We are a lively, friendly local mixed group of singles, mainly in our 60’s and 70’s, who meet each Wednesday evening at an informal ‘Bar Night’. We also arrange meals, sports, dancing, trips, music, theatre and other fun events for ourselves. If you are an older single living in the Weston, Worle or surrounding area and looking to make new friends why not get in touch and join in the fun! For more information call or text Margaret on 07887 883251 or Rob on 07899 755457 right now!
SPA Singles Social Group – South West Established in 1979
We are a member led group, aiming to help you make new friends, and improve your social life. Welcoming active, 50+ singles throughout the south west. With branches in Bath, Exeter, Taunton, Wells & Mendip, Weston super Mare, Yeovil & surrounding areas. Social events include meals, walks, music events, holidays, day trips, drinks evening, theatre, skittles, bowls etc. For more information – www.spasinglesocialgroup.co.uk or find us on meetup@spa-social-group
Could you reach out to the 1 in 14?
1 in 14 adults in Weston struggle with reading, and that makes their lives very hard. Read Easy North Somerset provides free, one-to-one reading coaching, but many adults need encouragement to come forward for help. The group’s volunteer Referrals Networkers work with people, charities and other agencies who can help reach out to adults who cannot read. They form a link with the community and help to bring in the people who want to learn. They urgently need a Networker to cover Weston-super-Mare, to join a friendly professional team. To volunteer, email Sue at nosorecruiter2@readeasy.org.uk or call/text 07838 276659
Happy Balance…
Supporting your busy life
We are passionate about re-cycling, re-housing and re-using items, working with many local charities we distribute your unwanted items on your behalf. We always offer a FREE 1hour consultation to introduce ourselves and to discuss how we can help you.
Our clients know that allocating time to work alongside Happy Balance provides the impetus they need to make a start. Through experience we understand the importance of working with you at your pace, listening to you and helping you put into action what you want to achieve.
These are all scenarios from clients we have worked with:
• ‘I don’t want to leave it for the kids to sort’ – Feeling mindful that you need to get your home in order? You don’t want the family having to sort through everything when you are gone? We will work with you to streamline your home, recycle unwanted items and organise belongings you may wish to distribute to family and friends
• My partner/parent has died – You’re not only dealing with grief but also thinking about how you clear the house? We are NOT house clearance. We work with you sensitively, practically and confidentially to organise their affairs and clear the house for sale or other
• I am embarrassed – It’s all got on top of me and I just feel overwhelmed – Are you buying too many items, storing them away and feeling like you may be hoarding? Claire and SJ are non judgemental and through experience can help you declutter and regain control
• I’m moving and need to downsize – I can’t physically or emotionally cope with my move and I need help. We are hands-on in preparing your belongings ensuring that when your removal firm comes to move you that you have already sorted through, de-cluttered and made sure all your items, big and small will fit into your new home giving you peace of mind.
• ‘Our family space isn’t working for us’ –Who can help us? Happy Balance will give you guidance, ideas and hands on support to make the changes to make your home a living space and not a storage space
1st Ashcombe (Weston-super-Mare) Scout Group are seeking volunteers for a longer term project with planning, building expertise and fundraising skills and experience as we start the search for land and to build our own HQ. If you can offer assistance pleas do get in touch via email info1stashcombescout@ gmail.com
Alcohol costing you more than money?
Alcoholics Anonymous maybe able to help. We have meetings seven days a week.
Call 0800 9177650
Email: help@aamail.org www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
All enquiries are treated in the strictest confidence.
Defibrillator Legacy Launch For Donate For Defib
The Donate for Defib W-s-M Project has just had its year anniversary and with the continued support of the local community further publicly accessible defibrillators have been installed and a further 3 are on order, the Donate for Defib project is now working in partnership with Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance as well as the Great Western Air Ambulance Charity. The project has also launched a defib legacy in which a public accessible defibrillator can be bought in memory of a loved one.
For further details, please email: donatefordefib.wsm@gmail.com
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