LocalReach Weston November 2023

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This month – Trees: Heroes of nature

Trees have graced our planet for over 370 million years, offering a range of benefits that render them indispensable to life as we know it. National Tree Week (25th November-3rd December) celebrates the many reasons why trees are the champions of the natural world and why we should all plant a tree today.

Every school student learns that trees play a pivotal role in the process of carbon dioxide reduction. Through photosynthesis they absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen, a vital element for most organisms on Earth. By cleansing the air, trees essentially act as the lungs of our planet. Trees are formidable warriors in the battle against climate change. By absorbing and storing carbon dioxide, they mitigate the greenhouse effect, helping to cool our warming planet. Forests worldwide store more than 296 gigatons of carbon, acting as crucial carbon sinks.

Forests, rich with trees of all kinds, are hotspots of biodiversity. Without trees, many of these habitats would be lost, leading to massive declines in biodiversity. Trees play an essential role in maintaining the health and integrity of our

soil. Their root systems anchor the soil, preventing erosion, particularly in areas susceptible to landslides or during heavy rainfall. Furthermore, fallen leaves decompose and enrich the soil with nutrients, promoting a healthy ground ecosystem. In urban environments, trees act as natural air conditioners. Their shade cools down streets and cities, reducing the need for air conditioning in nearby buildings and lowering energy costs. Moreover, trees absorb and block sunlight, reducing the heat island effect common in urban areas.

Recent studies have highlighted the health benefits associated with trees. Proximity to green spaces with trees, has been linked to reduced stress, lower depression rates, and increased physical activity. Furthermore, trees filter out pollutants, providing cleaner air and reducing the rates of respiratory illnesses.

The multifaceted roles trees play in sustaining life on Earth means that we should be protecting them and planting more. In a rapidly changing world they are the stewards of our world and it is our duty to recognize their value, protect them, and ensure they continue to thrive for generations to come.

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Prepare for Windows 11 23H2 update and please heed our warnings about scammers

By the time you read this, Microsoft should have released the new major update to Windows 11 which is known as 23H2. We would advise that you check your “Windows Update” section within the Settings cog on all Windows 11 computers to update to this. As usual there will be some new features, alongside a raft of security and reliability updates. New features include an AI based help tool called Co-pilot which promises to get answers to complex questions. Some computers due to age cannot take Windows 11 or even this latest update, so if this is the case for your computer, we would advise upgrading. We can help with this, so please see our advert on this page for contact details.

We often speak to customers about the risks of being scammed but the worrying fact is that even though people are aware, the scammers seem to be one step ahead. Our company is often called by worried customers who have been advised to have their computers checked after it has been remotely accessed by fraudsters (with the customer’s permission!) The scam can start by a phone call that pretends to be from a national company – they may know your name and other details, which when they quote, the guard is often let down. Other times, a seemingly genuine message pops up on the screen, usually after some social media interaction and tells the unnerved viewer that their computer or various accounts are going to imminently close down. The fact is that although many people are aware of scams, they seem to be unable to deal with these situations, so due to the frantic nature of the scam often allow remote access to their computers and unwittingly in to their bank accounts. We encourage people not to get into polite small talk with these people, but simply hang up the phone when it becomes apparent that these callers want to get onto your computer remotely. There is no justified reason that anyone other than your own trusted IT support would remote control your computer. Please get in touch if you feel that you need any help with this. Another thing to remind you of is that should your device become faulty, it is possible that you could lose your precious documents, photos, music and so on, so we would strongly advise you to backup your files to either a local backup drive, or possibly some cloud system. We have seen a spate of older computers fail recently, without warning, and lots of important files were lost, so please don’t bury your head in the sand, but get yourself a backup solution. If you need any help with this, please get in touch.

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Vegan Cooking Class in November (suitable for Non-Vegans)

Join a Vegan Cooking Class on Saturday, 4th November from 2:00pm - 5:00pm, and learn how to make tasty, easy vegan dishes. Have fun in a relaxed group of 6-7 people and share a meal together. You don’t need any special cooking skills and nonvegans are especially welcome.

Where: The Other Place, 81-83 Meadow Street, WSM, BS23 1QL.

What does it cost? A small donation of £2-£3 is welcome.

To book and for any queries, please speak with Utah, mob. 07817 701031

The Friends Of The Playhouse November Events

The Friends Of The Playhouse continue to hold their popular Saturday Coffee Mornings from 10:00am at the theatre in the High Street. The mornings are open to members and non members so please

feel to drop in.

On Saturday 4th November there will be the monthly ticket raffle.

On Saturday 11th November there is the monthly quiz, which this time will be a general knowledge quiz and it only costs £1 per person. You don’t have to join in, just listen.

A warm welcome awaits you

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 4th 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

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Pop up fabric shop

The Thursday Girls are holding a pop up shop at Greenways Farm, 2 Lyefield Road, Worle BS22 9NX on Wednesday November 8th, from 10:00am to 3:00pm.

Mark Pickles will be bringing lots of lovely cotton fabrics, including Christmas panels, wadding, sewing tools and haberdashery.

We’ll be running our coffee shop with hot drinks, homemade cakes and light lunches, in aid of Weston Foodbank.

Contact Heather on 07967527455 for more details.

Weston Rotary Annual Christmas Charities Fayre

Providing a window for small local Charities to promote their work and for others to indulge in a bit of early Christmas shopping, this year’s event is being held at the Royal Hotel on Saturday 11th November between 10:00am and 2:00pm. Set Up time 8:00am to 10:00am. Space is restricted and the number of tables available limited, so

bookings taken on a first come first served basis, one table per charity at £10 each.

To reserve your table, or for more information, please contact Audrey on 07484714978 or audreyk.wsmrotary@gmail.com

Weston-super-Mare Archaeological and Natural History Society (WANHS) Monthly Talk

WANHS would like to invite you to their monthly talk on Tuesday 14th November 2023 entitled: ‘The archaeology of aviation on our seabed’ by Graham Scott, from Wessex Archaeology. This most interesting presentation will be held at The Stable, 3-6 Wadham St, Weston-super-Mare BS23 1JY.

Entry fee is £1.00 for members and £3.00 for non-members. Doors opens at 7:00pm and talks begins at 7:30pm.

There is free on-street parking after 6:00pm; alternatively parking is available in Grove Park car park.

For further information please visit www.wanhs.co.uk

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How can Vitamin D help to prevent hearing loss?

Hello from Mia, Claire and Myself, Toby, at Meadows & Wood hearing specialists. We hope you are keeping well. With the days now being shorter and evenings longer, we might be forgiven for looking back fondly to the long sunny days of summer. It turns out that spending time outdoors could have been benefitting you more than you realised!

Vitamin D is a crucial nutrient that helps regulate the amount of calcium and phosphate in the body. Recent studies have shown that vitamin D also plays a vital role in maintaining hearing health. According to one study, vitamin D deficiency has been associated with higher rates of sudden sensorineural hearing loss as well as higher rates of hearing loss. Another study showed that the odds of bilateral hearing loss were increased by 45% in older adults when compared to their peers with normal vitamin D levels.

The good news is that higher vitamin D intake can result in reduced odds of hearing loss. In fact, studies have shown that adults who ate oily fish twice a week (e.g. sardines, salmon) had a 42% lower chance of facing age-related hearing loss than non-fish eaters. Vitamin D plays a vital role in promoting good hearing health. It is essential to maintain adequate levels of Vitamin D through proper diet or supplements to prevent hearing loss. So, make sure you get your daily dose of Vitamin D to keep your ears healthy and happy!

If you or your loved one is struggling with hearing, and you would like to know how we can help, please get in touch to book a consultation. We are here for you at home or in North Somerset’s only full time and fully independent audiology clinic. Our contact details are below.

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Fibromyalgia Support GroupChristmas Craft Fair

Join us at our lovely Christmas Craft Fair on Sat, 18th November at St Mark’s Church in Worle from 11:00am to 2:00pm. Lots of crafts and unique gifts to choose from as the festive season approaches. Hot drinks and delicious home-made cakes will be available too. Come along and do some shopping – And why not bring a friend or two along?

An information stall of our Fibromyalgia Group will also be available on the day. Free entry, Cash only.

For more information, call Val 07411989478 or email wsmfibro@gmail.com

A sale of handmade Handicraft items

The ‘So Crafty Group’ from Clarence Park Baptist Church, have a sale of their work on Saturday 25th November from 10:00am - 12:00pm. At the above church.

Do please come along to view & buy our work. Lots of Christmas items. Reasonably priced.

Money raised will go to Baytree Specalist School. Refreshments available.

Ring Nikki 07693146097 for any enquiries.

Mark Church Christmas Bazaar - 25th November

Wednesday 22nd November, 2:00pm in the upstairs bar.

The Friends Of The Playhouse present a fascinating talk by Paul ”Oscar” Anderson, the longest serving supporting artist (extra) in BBC TVs Casualty for 38 years. Paul talks about his life on the show and all the wonderful stories about his career as a dancer and an actor.

Don’t miss an enthralling afternoon with one of life’s characters! Including a Question and Answer session.

Tickets £6.50 Members; £8.50 Non Members (to include tea and cake). Tickets are available to purchase at The Saturday Coffee Morning or by emailing playhousefriendswsm@gmail.com

Two Legs, Two Wheels and a Well

Friends of St James Talk – 23rd November, 7:30pm start, Church Centre, Winscombe BS25 1BA.

Gary Hale’s fundraising trip to climb Kilimanjaro and cycle 440km across Tanzania to raise funds for rural communities in Uganda.

Tickets £10 (including wine or soft drink) from Hampden Osteopathic Clinic 01934 843617 or pay on the door.

Mark Church will be holding a Christmas Bazaar in Mark Church Hall, TA9 4NG on Saturday 25th November, 10:00 - 12:00pm. Stalls include – Cards, Preserves, Cakes, Crafts, honey, plus Games, Bottle stall, Raffle etc, etc. Father Christmas will be attending. Contact 01278 641308 or 641225 for more details.

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The Friends Of The Playhouse present a fascinating talk by Paul ”Oscar” Anderson

Shop for a Cure for Christmas Somerset Breast Cancer Now

Join our FREE event on Sunday 26th November at Berrow village hall, Parsonage road, Berrow, 10:30am - 2:00pm.

This event is perfect for those unique Christmas gifts or even just a treat for yourself. Paint your own piece of pottery, to jewellery, homemade cakes, gifts, hand crafted items, smellies, glitter art and so much more. We use local stall holders and pride ourselves on supporting local businesses.

Join us for tea & cake, bacon rolls, charity raffle & tombola & help us raise money for Breast Cancer Now.

Members wanted: Hard of Hearing Social Club

We are looking for members to join our hard of hearing social group. We meet once a month, usually the first Monday of the month at Vision North Somerset, Neva Road, WsM. 2:00pm4:00pm. Socialise, make friends, attend day trips

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and activities. We are a fully inclusive group who hold meetings for the hearing impaired in WSM. £4 entry which includes tea, coffee, cake/biscuits.

Please come along!

NEW! Small ladies singing group starting soon!

Wanted - experienced singers to join a brand new small, select singing group to be held at St George’s Community Centre early on Monday evenings. Songs will include classical, folk, gospel, pop standards in 3/4 part harmony, both acapella and with live piano accompaniment.

There will be regular performance opportunities. As this will be a small group we are looking for reliable singers who are willing to learn their parts between sessions.

For more information ring Ann on 01934 627709, ann.clewlow@btinternet.com

Weston-super-Mare Flower Club

St Georges Community Centre, BS22 7XF. 4th Monday of the month (not August & December). 2:00pm for 2:30pm.

Join like minded people for an enjoyable afternoon watching flower arranging demonstrations and try to win an arrangement in the raffle.

Visitors £7 entry. Raffle tickets £1 a strip. Tea/ Coffee and Biscuits £1.

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Touchpoint - Royal British Legion

Now EVERY Tuesday & Thursday, between: 10.00 hrs and 14.00 hrs.

Our aim: To support members of the British Armed Forces, Veterans and their families.

Need support or just a chat? Come and join us for a tea or coffee at 77, Meadow Street, Westonsuper-Mare BS23 1QL.

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Browns say “for all your domestic appliances needs why not give us a call?”

Recently things have been very busy for us here at Browns. We have also had a few issues with our phone lines, which have been hard work to sort out. So, if you have had any problems getting through then please accept our apologies. Hopefully by the time you read this we will be on the new Digital phone service. Fingers are crossed!

Its cooking time again as we run up to Christmas and, as always, we encourage you to get in contact early if you have any problems with your electric cookers, ovens, or hobs, so they can be sorted out in a timely manner. New appliances are again readily available. Some gorgeous new ovens are around at the moment, which are really energy efficient. So worth considering if you have an ageing one. Our prices include delivery and installation to your existing connections and recycling of the old one. Just give us a call!

Tumble dryers are also very much in demand at this time of year, whether it’s a traditional condenser dryer or a new heat pump dryer, we can help! Heat pump dryers cost up to 50% less to use, but they take much longer, and you cannot dry a small load. So, when considering a new dryer, it is important to think about how you like to dry. We are happy to advise. Just give us a call!

Washing machines and dishwashers continue to keep us really busy. Currently some Bosch washing machines have a free 5-year parts and labour guarantee which can be claimed by the customer after purchase. Lovely quiet machines that give great results. Worth considering if you are buying a new machine. Just give us a call!

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Pear and Chocolate

Pudding Cake

Serves: 8

Preparation time: 20 min

Cooking time: 40 min

Ingredients:

85g butter, plus 1 tbsp extra for tin

85g golden caster sugar, plus extra for tin

85g gluten-free dark chocolate, broken into pieces.

1 tbsp brandy

3 eggs, separated.

85g hazelnuts or almonds, toasted and ground in a food processor.

4 very ripe pears, peeled, halved, and cored.

Icing sugar, for dusting

Method:

Grease the sides of a 25cm loose-bottomed cake tin and line the base with baking parchment. Sprinkle in 2 tbsp caster sugar and swirl it around to coat the base and sides, then tip out any excess.

Preheat the oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4. Melt the chocolate and butter in a bowl over a pan of hot water, remove from the heat, stir in the brandy and leave to cool.

Whisk the egg yolks with the caster sugar in a large bowl until pale and thick; then fold into the cooled chocolate along with the ground hazelnuts or almonds.

In a separate bowl, with a clean whisk, beat the whites until they reach a soft peak (don’t over beat). Stir a spoonful of the whites into the chocolate mix, then carefully fold in the rest of them in. Spoon the mixture into the prepared tin. Level it off, then arrange the pears over the mixture, cut side down. Bake for about 40 mins until the pears are soft and the cake is cooked all the way through. Leave to cool in the tin for five minutes before releasing it, then place on a rack to cool completely.

Dust with icing sugar and serve with crème fraîche.

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Free on Tuesday evenings ? Give us a try!

Women of Weston Womens Institute (WoWWI) meet on the third Tuesday of every month, 7:30pm in the community centre, next to the primary school, Haywards Village BS23 8ES. Each month we have a speaker, or crafts or activities, a raffle and refreshments.

New members of all ages most welcome, first meeting free to see if you would like to join us. Just turn up!

email: wearewowwi@gmail.com

Lunch Club for the over 60’s

Weston Salvation Army have a weekly Lunch Club at their hall in Carlton Street. This is held every Wednesday from 12:15pm, with lunch being served at 12:30pm.

We serve a 2 course, home cooked meal followed by tea or coffee & the charge is £5.00.

Do come and join us, we would love to see you.

Weston 50+ Social Singles GroupJoin us Wednesday evenings

We are a friendly local volunteer led mixed group of singles in our 50’s, 60’s, 70’s and even 80’s who meet at a ‘Bar Night’ each Wednesday from 7:30pm to socialise and arrange events for each other to enjoy.

They include meals, music, walks, sports and more so, if you are looking to make new friends and join in our events, why not come along and give us a try with no obligation.

For more information contact Margaret on 07887 883251 or Rob on 07899 755457

Website - weston50plussocialsingles.co.uk

Beloved for women

Meets 12:30pm until 2.30pm on Thursdays, term-time only, at St Paul’s Church, Walliscote Road, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 1EF. Begins with a thought for the day then light lunch (voluntary contributions welcome), followed by craft, etc.

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Come along and find company and friendship, a safe space where we hope you will find a sense of community where you can relax and connect with other women during the week.

African and Caribbean drop-in - 2nd Thursday of the Month

Ago! Ame! The new social group for African and Caribbean communities in and around Westonsuper-Mare.

We welcome you to a drop in session every month, 5:00pm - 8:00pm at The Other Place, 8183 Meadow street, BS23 1QL.

We aim to meet as many people as possible that share a common cultural interest, participate in planned events and join our ever growing community club.

Visit www.agoame.org.uk for up to date info. Light refreshments served.

Banish the winter blues; come and join our choir!

After a very successful summer concert, we are rehearsing our Christmas songs. New members are always welcome. There is no audition and we are ably led by our musical director, and accompanist. We sing a wide range of song types.

We meet on Thursday evenings 8:00pm - 10:00pm at St Mark’s Church, Worle. Fees are £40 per term; three terms per year. We perform at least two concerts per year.

Follow us on Facebook. For more information phone: 07881 872350 or 01934 622542.

We are a group of physically ‘not so abled’ people

We meet every Thursday at the Scout Hut in Windwhistle Lane. 10:30am - 1:30pm.

We use the community buses to collect those in wheelchairs & walkers, if you need this.

We have speakers, pub lunches, trips on the steam railway, a canal boat trip & bowling to name a few.

We can offer fresh filled rolls or soup for lunch at a charge. Or bring your own.

So don’t feel isolated, come & join in with us.

To find out more or to book transport ring 07799110879 or 07811580402.

Are you a keen gardener or interested in gardening?

The Society is actively seeking new members. Designed to nurture and promote gardening and allotment growing.

The Society holds its meetings in St Peter’s Church Hall, Baytree Road, Weston super Mare BS22 8HG on the second Thursday of each month. Annual membership subscriptions are £10.00 for individuals and £15.00 for families.

A warm welcome is given to all new comers, either beginners or expert growers. If you are interested in joining please come along to one of our meetings.

For further information please contact John Chapman 01934 418904 or 1951chapman@ gmail.com

LOCALREACH COMMUNITY NOTICES

Are you a local, club, group, association, charity, school or church?

Would you like to publicise your, news, events and information to your community free of charge?

Then simply go to our web site www.localreach.co.uk and click on the Community Notices page, then fill in the form before 1st of each month. You can also upload a photo or logo. We will then publish in our LocalReach Community Magazines delivered by Royal Mail each month.

Your Community Notice will also appear on our Facebook pages.

Join our growing army of LocalReach Community Editors.

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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

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Woodturning in Weston - are you interested? Then read on…

We are Weston Woodturning Circle and we meet every third Thursday at the football Club in Winterstoke road Weston BS24 9AA. The meeting starts at 7:00pm until 9:30pm with of course a coffee break in the middle. This month we have a demonstration from one of our members looking at Christmas items. If you are interested we are a very friendly club and you can expect a warm welcome, we can also offer tuition and loan equipment once you are a club member. Look forward to seeing you.

Take Action against Pain with Age UK

Somerset

Age UK Somerset have launched a new exercise class! Action4Pain is designed to help ease joint pain, strengthen muscles, and improve mobility & flexibility.

Action4Pain will specifically target hip, knee and back pain, and can be adapted to suit your needs. Designed for people over 55, the class will be held at Worle Baptist Church on Fridays at 9:30am, £5 per session.

For more information or to sign up call: 01823 345624 or email: ageingwell@ageuksomerset.org.uk

A warm welcome awaits you at FOLLOW ON

FOLLOW ON is a group of carers who help carers enjoy a couple of hours respite. We visit places of interest, we talk about interesting topics, but most of all we are Carers helping Carers. Last month we visited The Wye Valley, in November we are visiting Shepton Mallet Prison. Taking time to help and listen to each other is a medicine which cannot be bought.

We meet at the Coach House, Locking every other Friday morning 10:00am to 12 noon.

Tel: Anne 07923 055 241.

FREE community play sessions every Saturday!

ParkPlay is 90 minutes of free community play, every Saturday, for everyone! Come and join us, whatever the weather at:

10:00am at Coniston Green, W-s-M, BS23 3RX.

12:00pm at Ellenborough Park West, W-s-M, BS23 1XH.

If you can, please register beforehand here: parkplay.com/register/ You only need to do this once.

Find out more here: www.betterhealthns.co.uk/ information/parkplay/

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, 40+ 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

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Want to get fit?

Join Weston Walking Group, we offer the following: Long, medium and short walks midweek and weekend. Outings and social events plus occasional family walks. We walk in all parts of Somerset and sometimes venture into adjoining counties. Everybody welcome.

For more information call 07934197780, email mdholbrow@talktalk.net, or visit the website www.westonwalkinggroup. co.u

If you think you have a problem with Alcohol

Then call us on 08009177650 or Email: help@ aamail.org

We have free support groups in North Somerset.7 days a week. All enquiries are treated in the strictest confidence.

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LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171 22 | www.localreach.co.uk PLUMBING When replying to adverts please say you saw it in LocalReach OVEN CLEANING PROPERTY MAINTENANCE EDavid Gardner & Sons Building Maintenance Services • Roofing Services Quality Plastering, Rendering & Decorating 01934 268017 / 07751 679039 grdnrdave@aol.com PIANO LESSONS PIANO AND THEORY LESSONS by experienced and qualified teacher (ALCM, Dip ABRSM, LRSM, BA) in Weston-super-Mare All ages and levels welcome Piano accompanying for exams and festivals Call Katie on 01934 624564 / 07940 892635 MOBILITY Tel: 01934 516896 www.wmukmobility.co.uk 234 High Street, Worle BS22 6JE Mobility Scooters, Rise/ Recline Chairs, Walking Aids, Wheelchairs, Stairlifts and Daily Living Aids Saveupto 10%when mentioning LocalReach WMUK MOBILITY When replying to adverts please say you saw it in LocalReach
LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z TO ADVERTISE CALL 01934 312171 www.localreach.co.uk | 23 ROOFING HIGHEST RATED ROOFER IN SOMERSET 01934 265358 CONSERVATORY & GARAGE ROOFING FIBRE GLASS FLAT ROOFS UPVC FASCIAS ASBESTOS REMOVAL OUR SERVICES INCLUDE: CHIMNEY REPAIRS DRONE INSPECTIONS PITCH ROOFING FLAT ROOFING (42 ★★★★★ Google reviews) Central Partnership Ltd, The Exchange, Express Park, Bridgwater. TA64RR centralroofing@gmx.co.uk www.centralroofing-sw.co.uk 01749 346 900 www.suttonsstairlifts.co.uk The Works, Shepton Mallet, Somerset. BA4 5DX STAIRLIFTS NEW from £1,645 RECONDITIONED from £995 RENTAL from £55 per month STAIRLIFTS TREE SURGEONS ALL ASPECTS OF TREE & HEDGE WORK UNDERTAKEN FULLY INSURED, FRIENDLY & PROFESSIONAL SERVICE Email: enquiries@mftreework.co.uk Mob: 07590 594699 SOLAR ENERGY Call for a FREE quotation Ryan: 07398 657430 Danny: 07873 419521 drenergyltd@outlook.com www.drenergyltd.co.uk Based in Weston-super-Mare When replying to adverts please say you saw it in LocalReach SOLICITORS Divorce & Finances, Will Writing, Powers of Attorney, Probate & Estate Administration, Trusts 20% off all Wills with this advert! Offices in Weston-Super-Mare and Winscombe Remote appointments and home visits available 01934 641191 www.asflsolicitors.co.uk

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Colourfence are transforming gardens across Somerset!

It may do “exactly what it says on the tin” but let’s face it, treating a timber fence can never be called fun! In fact, owning a timber fence isn’t much fun either with costly, time consuming maintenance and repairs almost every year.

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