LocalReach Worle April 2024

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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.

Finally, the alternative to timber fencing…our fence goes up and stays up, resisting wind gusts of up to 130mph!

Colourfence fencing solutions are made from innovative Colorbond steel, virtually maintenance free with an occasional wash down with water to keep it looking as good as new - so you never need to pick up that paintbrush again!, Guaranteed not to rot, warp, chip or peel for 25 years.

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The best news is the pricing is just as attractive, starting costs are in line with comparable traditional systems but offer the ongoing peace of mind that your investment will continue to save time and money year after year.

For those of us who want a low maintenance garden, Colourfence promises a lifetime of hassle-free enjoyment.

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Garden View

This month – An annual pleasure

Every year since I began to garden, come spring, I grabbed my spade and in a fit of enthusiasm I dug over the soil. Then I filled any empty spaces with annuals. These might be carefully nurtured in my greenhouse, sprinkled direct from the packet, or purchased in packs at my local garden centre.

Several years ago, due to an injury, I was unable to get out and begin this frenzy of activity. I resigned myself to the fact than my garden simply wouldn’t be as colourful that year. Nature however had other plans.

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As I waited for my perennials to surface something wonderful happened. Hundreds of self-sown annuals from the previous year also began to surface. They’d been there all along, just waiting for the warm spring sun to bring them to life.

It occurred to me that my habit of stopping deadheading towards the end of the season (to leave some interesting seed heads which feed the birds and look so pretty covered in frost) had benefitted me in more ways than the one I’d intended.

Calendula, Candytuft, Cosmos, Larkspur, Nicotiana, Poppies, Sweet Alyssum and Love-ina-Mist were popping up everywhere I looked. I’ve never been so delighted.

I waited until they were a couple of inches tall then on a slightly drizzly day I eased some out and transferred them to barer soil.

My reward was a display of annuals every bit as lovely as if I’d spent hours with my spade and trowel.

So last year I experimented. Throughout the flowering season I noted where I might need an extra patch or two of colour and then, when I stopped deadheading, I simply grabbed a few seed heads and dropped them in the appropriate spot.

That spring and summer I had another beautiful display of annuals. Why hadn’t I discovered this lazy way to garden before?

Of course, there are some teeny disadvantages. The main one is that annuals grown from seed flower later than those bought as plugs or plants from garden centres. Don’t let this put you off though. If you have a good range of perennials the annuals can take their time, taking over when the others begin to fade. Also, no-one says it has to be all or nothing. I have a passion for cosmos, so I bring in a few plants early on every year. That way I can savour their pretty blooms right through the season.

So, if you’re planting annuals this spring, plan ahead a little. Look at your garden as an evolving piece of work and let at least some of them selfseed. Then next year don’t be so quick to brandish a spade…you’ll gain two commodities gardeners always need more of...time and money.

Happy gardening,

By Rachael Leverton

Tuesday Retirement Group, First

Tuesday in the Month - 10:30am12:00pm

1ST UPHILL SCOUTS HALL, WINDWHISTLE LANE, WESTON-SUPER-MARE BS23 4PE.

Our group members include NHS staff, the social care sector, family/friends, but is open to all.

We charge £3 for an initial meeting, balance of £27 is then due should you wish to join us.

Our speaker on the 2nd April is Sarah Harris whose talk is about the History of Knitting Patterns.

Barry Hamblin replaced our February speaker and spoke about Bristol Airport which was so interesting. Originally known as Lulsgate Bottom!

Why not give us a try in 2024.

Worle History Society

Worle History Society would like to invite you to their monthly talks at Worle Community Centre, Lawrence Road, Worle, BS22 6TU. Entry is £2 for members and £3 for non-members. The meetings start at 7:00pm on the first Thursday of the month. For further information please call or message 07796 270721 or visit our website www.worlehistorysociety.net

April 4th - The Strawberry Line by Dave Hart

May 2nd - Remembering Weston Historian Brian Austin

June 6th - Worle at War by Raye Green

Worle Community Centre, Lawrence Road. Sunday Afternoon Craft Group

April dates for the group are Sunday 7th and 21st, 2:00pm till 5:00pm. Cost £5, includes refreshments.

Any queries ring 01934 910298.

Repair Cafe in Kewstoke

St Pauls Church Hall on Sunday 7th April, 2:00pm - 3:30pm.

Our repairers will do their best to fix: Small electrical & mechanical items; Things that need sewing - clothes, upholstery, bedding etc. (sorry no pet beds); Jewellery; Bikes; Small items of broken furniture… And More.

Free refreshments. Any questions call Kira on 07882 474692.

Breaking the Stigma of Hearing Loss:

Last month, we celebrated World Hearing Day, which focused on overcoming societal challenges and stigma surrounding hearing loss. While it’s commonly associated with the elderly, hearing loss actually affects all ages, if left untreated it can reduce a person’s confidence and limit their social and family interactions which are essential for a healthy and happy life. Here are some ways in which we can all help break the stigma around hearing loss:

Fostering Understanding

Hearing loss is still quite misunderstood by the public. It’s like trying to find a decent cup of tea when on holiday — it is elusive and perplexing. The reality is, hearing loss knows no age limits, affecting individuals from infancy to elderly. By talking about hearing health more often you can help individuals feel more comfortable in sharing their concerns and experience.

Empower Change

Regular hearing tests and understanding our challenges can help normalise hearing loss. Remember, you’re not alone in this, in the UK, 1 in 6 individuals struggle with hearing loss

Policies that promote inclusivity are crucial in breaking the stigma. No-one should feel left out due to their hearing ability.

Creating Positive Impact

Research shows that hearing loss can cause depression, low self-esteem, memory issues, and reduce mobility over time. Spotting hearing loss early is crucial in preventing these risks. If you, or someone you know, is having difficulties be proactive about addressing this important health concern. Good hearing means a better quality of life. By breaking the stigma, we’re not just changing lives but also embracing diversity and enriching our relationships with loved ones.

Our team at Meadows & Wood are here for you at home or in North Somerset’s only full time and fully independent audiology and tinnitus treatment clinic. Contact details are below.

Tuesday Coffee Mornings

The Tuesday coffee mornings at Milton Methodist Church will be on the 9th and 23rd this month, between 10:00am and 12 noon, and continue on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month. Everyone is welcome to call in for coffee or tea, homemade cake(s), and a chat with friends old or new.

Grief is hard. Death can impact all of life

Are you grieving the death of a loved one or struggling with the long-term effects of loss?

This seven-session course, gently guides bereaved people through the most common aspects of grief, enabling them to process the implications for themselves and discern next steps.

The course will be running for seven Tuesday evenings (19:15 to 21:30), at Christchurch Clevedon, and starting on 9th April.

If you’d like to know more, please email: bereavementsupport@christchurch-clevedon. org.uk

Or you can sign up via the Church Website: www.christchurch-clevedon.org.uk/news/thebereavement-journey-2023/

Pop up Fabric Shop

On Wednesday 10th April Mark Pickles is bringing lots of new quilting fabrics, wadding and haberdashery to Greenways Farm, 2 Lyefield Road, Worle BS22 9NX from 10:00am to 3:00pm. He’ll also be servicing sewing machines - please book your space with him by phoning his shop on 01225 482413. And we’ll be running our coffee shop with coffee, cakes and light lunches in aid of our charity, Blood Bikers.

Further details from Heather on 07967527455

Weston-Super Mare Music Appreciation Society - Our 45th Anniversary Year!

Our next meetings are: April 10th (AGM), April 24th, May 8th & 22nd. From 2:15pm for a 2:30pm start with tea/coffee provided during the break. 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, WestonSuper-Mare BS22 9RA. (The hall is behind the church).

For more details email: simonrawlings9@gmail. com or call/text Simon on 07971474968. Our website at: www.thefrms.co.uk/affprogs/wsm_ home.htm

Ladies and Gentlemen! Vocalise and the Maesteg Gleemen in concert Welsh male voice choir The Maesteg Gleemen (winners of the 1996 National Eisteddfod of Wales) is coming to Weston to present a joint concert with Weston’s own award-winning ladies choir, Vocalise. To be held in arguably the best concert venue in Weston, All Saints Church, this will be an evening of superb singing, with an eclectic range of songs, and a sprinkling of comedy. Not to be missed!

Friday 12th April, All Saints Church BS23 2NL, 7:30pm. Tickets £13, under 16s £6. Refreshments, charity raffle.

buytickets.at/annclewlowsvocalisechoirs Ann Clewlow 01934 627709.

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With guest soloist Francesca Bowkett (Mezzo Soprano)

Saturday 11th May, 7:30pm

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Tickets £13.50 available from the box o ce on 01278 784464

The Friends Of The Playhouse April Events

The Friends Of The Playhouse hold their popular Saturday Coffee Mornings from 10:00am to 11:30am at the High Street Theatre. Hot Drinks and Biscuits are on sale. The Coffee Mornings are open to members and non members.

Saturday 13th April: The Monthly Raffle to win 2 tickets of your choice for a show at The Playhouse (to be taken within 3 months) plus other lovely prizes.

Saturday 20th April: The Music Quiz. It is only £1 per person to enter.

Saturday 27th April: The Quarterly Millennium Club Draw.

Join us for our Easter Panto - Puss in Boots

Our newly formed amateur dramatics group, the St Georges Players, are bringing the community together with a pantomime- Puss in Boots.

Friday 19th & Saturday 20th April - 7:30pm (doors open from 7:00pm) and Saturday 20th matinee2:30pm (doors open from 2:00pm). At the St Georges community centre. Tickets are £8/adult and £4/child, licenced bar available including soft drinks and snacks. Raffle £1/strip.

Contact us on thestgeorgesplayers@gmail.com, ring Dan on 07867426505. Tickets available on: www.ticketsource.co.uk/the-st-georges-players

Do follow us on Facebook to keep updated with our monthly community events too.

Double Bubble! Delicious cream teas and Children’s activities

First Cream Teas of the season at Wick St. Lawrence Village Hall, Wick Road, BS22 7YL. freshly prepared cream teas and home-made cakes. Sunday, 21st April 2:30pm - 5:00pm £4.50. PLUS Church Tower Egg drop - can you package your egg up to survive the drop?

Full kit including real hen’s egg provided £1 and Teddy Zip Wire - bring your teddy to go down the zip wire from the church tower 50p a go at St. Lawrence Church, Wick Road, BS22 7YP 3:30pm - 5:00pm.

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

Browns Top Tips for spring cleaning your appliances

Spring has sprung and the days are getting longer and flooding us with much more light and Vitamin D! And as this happens energy may well start to return, and we suddenly notice things we have neglected in the dull winter months.

Spring cleaning commences! Don’t forget your domestic appliances, they too benefit from a good clean. Here’s some of our top tips:

Washing machines – wipe door seal, remove and clean soap drawer, check filter if you have one, put machine through a service wash on the hottest programme with a handful of washing soda crystals in the drum. Some machines now have a drum cleaning programme which can be run instead.

Dishwashers – Check filter and spray arms for debris and clean, top up salt and rinse aid, use a good brand of dishwasher cleaner and run through as directed.

Tumble Dryers – Do a fluff check! Clean all the filters and clean as much fluff as possible that is reachable in the cabinet, (don’t take it apart!) – Condenser dryers – remove and rinse condenser unit (check your manual.) Heat Pump dryers – clean filters as directed by manufacturer.

Ovens and Cookers – The worst job! Depending on the type of oven, follow the manufacturers instructions to give your oven a lovely deep clean. Once clean why not consider using oven liners on the base to prevent burnt on debris on base. Another tip is to give your oven a quick wipe out after every use. This helps prevent build up that can burn on and be difficult to shift.

Microwaves - Wipe the interior over with a damp cloth making sure to remove any burnt-on food with a little washing up liquid and elbow grease!

Hobs – Use a good hob cleaner to give your hob a spring sparkle. For gas hobs give the furniture a good wash with warm soapy water.

Fridges – Wipe the shelves, drawers and sides. Pay attention to the drain hole, checking that it is clear.

Freezers – Defrost static freezers. Even frost-free freezers can benefit from an annual defrost, although this is not a must.

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All 60s/70s Night in aid Of Weston Hospicecare

Friday 10th May, 7:30pm to 11:00pm at Westonsuper-Mare Football Club, Winterstoke Road. All 60s/70s Night in aid Of Weston Hospicecare. Headlining the event are top 60s/70s Tribute Band Locarno Beat plus the superb female vocalist Chrystal Bliss. A limited number of tickets at £12.50, please call 07849666537

Birnbeck Summer Fair. 20th July. 11:00am - 4:00pm. St George’s Community Centre

Birnbeck summer Fair 20th July. 11:00am - 4:00pm, St George’s Community Centre, St George’s. Stalls, cakes, bacon rolls, bouncy castle. Children’s activities, tombola.

Free entry.

Inside & outside stalls.

Fibromyalgia Support Group

We are a group of people who are living with Fibromyalgia and other chronic pain conditions

who meet regularly to support each other. We meet on Monday afternoons for Tai Chi and Crafts, plus for coffee in Nuffield (Weston) on Thursday mornings. Meetings are a mix of speakers, chat and information. We have a weekly hydrotherapy group and organize trips and meals out plus and interest groups as required.

For more information, call Val 07411989478 or Jules 07840189641; email wsmfibro@gmail.com

Interested in quilting? Come along and find out more

We are Weston Quilters a lively group of people of all abilities who enjoy patchwork and quilting. We usually 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 more information.

The importance of maintaining optimal eye health

As we celebrate 30 years of looking after the eye health of the community, and we reflect on the changing times and lifestyles of our patients, of one thing we can be certain: the importance of maintaining optimal eye health is more important than ever. We live in an increasingly digital world that really puts our eyes through their paces! But as advances in technology continue, as does our knowledge of eye health and our ability to protect sight.

There are plenty of excellent reasons to have regular eye examinations; here are 5 of them:

1. Detection of Vision Changes: Regular sight tests can identify any changes in your vision, allowing us to update your prescription if necessary. This ensures that you have the most accurate and up-to-date corrective lenses.

2. Early Detection of Eye Diseases: Eye examinations can help in the early detection of various eye conditions, such as glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration. Early intervention can significantly impact the success of treatment and help prevent further deterioration of your eyesight.

3. Monitoring General Health: Your eyes can reveal valuable insights into your overall health. Certain eye conditions may be linked to systemic health issues, and an eye examination can sometimes detect signs of conditions such as diabetes or hypertension.

4. Prevention of Eye Strain: If you spend long hours working on a computer or engaging in activities that strain your eyes, regular eye tests can help address any discomfort and prevent eye strain-related issues.

5. The Rise of Myopia in Children: In a digital age where children are increasingly exposed to screens and electronic devices and statistically spending less time outside, studies have shown that Myopia (short sightedness) is on the rise. Regular eye tests are crucial while young eyes develop, and new technology is available proven to help manage the progress of myopia.

Shower, walk-in bath, or wet room? We can help you decide

Choosing a new bathroom involves understanding your bathing needs. There are a variety of options to consider when deciding. One option is to replace your bath with a low-level shower, this is suited to those with limited mobility. Slip-resistant shower trays are available in various sizes, and accessories like shower seats.

Some people still prefer having a bath to a shower so this is when we would recommend a walk-in bath. These are available in various sizes and come with moulded seats and quick fill.

The third option is a wet room which eliminates obstacles with slip-resistant flooring and a central drain, making them ideal for wheelchair users and caregivers.

It can be overwhelming knowing which solution to choose but at AHM Installations, we have a friendly team of home surveyors who will visit you at home to discuss your bathing needs. We provide FREE quotations and visuals of how your new bathroom could look.

To find out more call 01934 805862.

Exciting opportunity for an experienced alto!

New small ladies choir Vocalessence has one vacancy left. We’re looking for an alto. You must be reliable and willing to work with a small team of enthusiatic singers to achieve a high standard. We sing a variety of music and have a laugh, too. No need to read music, practice tracks are provided. St George’s Community Centre Mondays 6:00pm - 7:00pm.

Ring Ann Clewlow 01934 627709 for details.

VOCALISE choir - “A lovely and rewarding Monday night activity”

Do you want the satisfaction of singing to a high standard but don’t want stuffy rehearsals? Do you like the variety of singing different types of music? Like to have fun? This is what a new member has to say about ladies choir, Vocalise: “Vocalise offers the chance to sing to a high standard in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Ann is a kind, but technical leader, that makes the choir a lovely and rewarding Monday night activity.” 7:30pm - 9:30pm at St Georges Community Centre. No auditions, trial session free.

ann.clewlow@btinternet.com, 01934 627709

Living with Bereavement and Loss Group

A friendly safe and informal group where you can come and talk or think about the issues you are facing having suffered a bereavement or loss. Enjoy a cuppa, relax and maybe make new connections. Group meets the first Tuesday of every month from 2:00pm to 3:30pm in St Paul’s Church Hall, Kewstoke. For more details phone: Rev Margaret, 07401272939

Weston Super Mare Philatelic Society, The Conservative Club, Alexandra Parade

Here we are again! How the months fly by, more interesting displays and debates, we have had part two of India overprints and railway posts, Malta. In early March we had an informal talk on

stamp collecting and displaying. The meetings are held at the Conservative Club, 24-26 Alexandra Parade, W-S-M BS23 1QX, on the second Tuesday at 2:00pm and the forth Tuesday at 7:00pm. All are welcome. Your interests are our interests. For further information contact Darrell Kellett on darrell.kellett@outlook.com

Coffee Stop, Milton Baptist Church, Baytree Road

Join our friendly group for free tea or coffee and biscuits every Tuesday, 10:00am - 12 noon.

A warm welcome awaits everyone. For more information ring Christine 07576 455638

Tea and Cake at St Mark’s Church

Join us on a Tuesday afternoon during term time, 2:30pm until 4:00pm for tea, coffee, cakes and friendship. We serve drinks in china cups and have a selection of cakes which are all free but there is a donation pot.

You can be assured of a warm welcome. Why not arrange to meet a friend or come and make new friends while enjoying the lovely atmosphere and the sound of chatter and laughter.

We’d love to meet you.

Mah-Jong: a beautiful game filling you with joy and curiosity

The Shipham Inn (Somerset - BS25 1TW) would like to welcome people to join their regular Mah-Jong Group. Whether you’re a novice, experience Mah-Jong player or someone who would like to learn to play a warm welcome awaits.

My hope is that we can make these enjoyable social evenings playing a game that originated in the Far East. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month: 7:30pm start. Free.

Contact details please:

mark.trenchard53@gmail.com or phone / text 07815681580

Caprione Community Choir presents a brand new Musical

The choir meets on Tuesdays, at 7:30pm, during term-time, at Clarence Park Baptist Church. We are currently rehearsing this musical, “Mary the Mother” (of Jesus), with lyrics by Peter Perrin and music by Angela Lavelle. The World Premiere will be at 6:30pm on 6th July at CPBC by Caprione, with singers from St Mary’s Church, Hutton and other friends. If you would like to be involved, either as a singer or actor in the drama, you would be most welcome. Please contact Peter on 01934 625788 or email caprionecommunitychoir@cpbc.co.uk

Coffee Church Every Wednesday, 11:00am, St Saviour’s Hall

Everyone welcome. A safe space in which to have a chat, tea and coffee, cake or biscuit, within a Christian context. Locking Road, Weston super Mare, BS23 3EN. Tel 01934 415379.

Weston 60+ Social Singles GroupMake New Friends!

If you are on older single in the Weston, Worle or surrounding area and looking to make new

friends in a purely social environment then why not think about giving our Group a try?

We are a friendly local volunteer led mixed group of singles in our 60’s, 70’s and 80’s who meet informally at a weekly ‘Bar Night’ each Wednesday evening to socialise and to arrange events for each other to enjoy.

For more information why not call or text Margaret on 07887 883251 or Rob on 07899 755457

Vocalise-Lite - the daytime well-being choir for ladies

Singing and socialising make you feel better. We meet in the daytime so you don’t have to go out at night. No auditions, no pressure to perform or memorise songs. We learn to be the best we can be at our own pace, and we laugh a lot! You can be an absolute beginner or an experienced singer. We welcome both. Thursdays at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Hall, Baytree Road. Free trial session.

ann.clewlow@btinternet.com, 01934 627709.

Give us a try. Some of our ladies have made friends for life!

Hewish & District WI welcomes new members

Our April meeting features Jo Richardson - Space Detective. We are a friendly group who meet on the third Thursday of the month at Puxton & Hewish Hall, Maysgreen Lane, Hewish BS24 6RW at 7:30pm. The hall is newly refurbished and well equipped, and just off the A370. We also enjoy walks, craft sessions, theatre visits, friendly skittles and meals out, amongst other things.

New members will have a warm welcome, email HewishWI@outlook.com for further details.

Looking for a Woodturning experience? Look no further

We are Weston Woodturning Circle and we meet every 3rd Thursday of the month at Weston Football Club BS24 9AA in Winterstoke Road at 7:00pm. We are a very friendly enthusiastic group of woodturners always looking for new members to join us. This month we are privileged to welcome Jason Breach to demonstrate to us. Jason is an Internationally renowned Woodturner and a great demonstrator.

Your first two meetings are free and if you decide to join our club we can offer free training.

Worle Community Centre, Coffee Morning

Coffee morning every Friday 9:00am to 12 noon serving teas/coffee/hot chocolate/toasted tea cakes. We have lots of lovely regulars who will make you feel very welcome. Check out our website on worle.community

FOLLOW ON Carers helping Carers

We meet every other Friday morning at the Coach House Locking. Every one is welcome.

We are a group of carers and ex carers who have looked after someone who has had Dementia.

We are a respite group, taking part in hobbies, enjoying days out. We have a walking group, a lunch club, and most of all we have a chat over coffee, and also have speakers who give talks and demonstrations. Everyone is welcome.

Phone Anne 07923 055 241 for more information.

Meadvale Friendship Club. Why not come and join us

We meet every Friday in the hall situated behind the Night jar public house from 1:45pm until 4:00pm.

We have weekly entertainment plus tea, coffee and biscuits.We also have organised days out plus holidays. We are a friendly crowd and you would be made very welcome. The yearly charge is £1.50 plus 50p a week.

Free play sessions for the whole community, every Saturday!!

ParkPlay is 90 minutes of 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.

11:30am - Ellenborough Park in Weston-superMare, BS23 1XH.

1:30am at Cherry Avenue Playground in Clevedon, BS21 6DX.

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/

Would you like to volunteer with Woodspring Talking News?

WTN is a free service providing local news stories to anyone unable to read newsprint for any reason.

We are in need of recording session managers who can use a laptop with simple software to produce the memory sticks which are distributed by Royal Mail to listeners in North Somerset and online. The commitment is a few hours once every 4 or 5 weeks at our studio in the Lauriston Hotel in Knightstone Road.

Please call Peter on 01934 203202 for details of volunteering or listening.

Be Strong and Steady in Worle with Age UK Somerset

Age UK Somerset wants to help you stay independent as you get older.

The ageing process affects our balance, muscles and joints so keeping active is vital. One way to improve your balance and strength is to join a ‘Strong and Steady’ class.

The fun, friendly sessions are specially designed, following evidence-based exercise programmes proven to help prevent falls.

If you feel less steady than you used to, contact Age UK Somerset for a chat about options in the Worle area.

Call 01823 345614 or email fallsprevention@ ageuksomerset.org.uk

Big Worle. Come And Meet Us!

Big Worle are a local community organisation looking to their community for input regarding what they would like to see more of, get involved with or support. Please do get in touch if you have any priorities on a personal or wider community level; Big Worle would love to welcome your skills, talents and ideas to make the area an even better place to be and live.

Pop in for a coffee and chat, you can also see what we’re getting up to on our Facebook page. Email: info@bigworle.org.uk

Feel the love with Priory Tennis Club!

Want to get into tennis this summer? Whether you’re returning to the game or a complete beginner, you’re welcome at Priory Tennis Club - a friendly club in Weston-super-Mare. We play every Thursday throughout the year, with Hutton Moor Leisure Centre as our base, and on Sundays over the summer too! We offer coaching (adults and juniors) and regular socials, including pub quizzes and outings to play Padel in Bristol.

New players can get two free taster sessions before joining - visit priorytennisclub.co.uk or email priorytennisclubwsm@gmail.com for more details.

Join a free and friendly Health Walk!

30 to 60 minute Health Walks are available in Clevedon, Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Nailsea, Portishead, Weston-super-Mare, Winscombe and Yatton.

No need to book, just come along!

Please see our website for the dates, times and meeting places: www.betterhealthns.co.uk/getactive/walking/

Or contact us at: getactive@n-somerset.gov.uk / 01275 882 730.

If you think you have a problem with alcohol

Then call us on 08009177650 or Email: help@ aamail.org.we have support groups in North Somerset/Somerset area 7 days a week. All enquiries are treated in the strictest confidence.

Time on your hands - We need you

Want to get out and meet people. In the near future we are hoping to start up a variety of community based groups, including a parent and toddlers, book club, help with IT, Worle Community Centre, Lawrence Road [up the side of the Lamb Inn], phone 01934 910298

Updates On Donate For Defib Weston-super-Mare Project, Making A Difference!

The Donate For Defib Westonsuper-Mare Team continues to raise awareness regarding defibrillators within the community through events, presentations, social media, local newspapers, radio and including the BBC. Three electrical companies are sponsoring the project by installing the defibrillators at various venues, more defibrillators are on order. In February the project, ran CPR / Defibrillator awareness sessions which were well-attended and further sessions are planned. For further information please contact donatefordefib.wsm@gmail.com

Every second counts in a cardiac arrest and a defibrillator can make a difference!

Are you fully utilising fibre internet? Websites or streaming remain slow? Let’s investigate

In many homes, the promise of super-fast fibre internet often falls short due to outdated home Wi-Fi equipment, or because of slow computers or other devices. A modern fibre connection may offer blazing speeds between 300 to 900 megabits, but poor or absent network equipment can limit the speed as it reaches phones, laptops, TVs and the rest, to perhaps a mere 30 megabits, or even less! This bottleneck is not uncommon and occurs because the network equipment in the home cannot handle the full potential of the fibre line.

For those unsure whether this issue affects them, speed tests can be performed via smartphones, tablets, and laptops, and we recommend running tests throughout the home and looking for drops in speed. The areas of most importance are where phones, TVs and other smart devices are most often used. A reliable speed test website is speedtest.net – navigate here, hit the “Go” button, and ensure the download speeds throughout the home hit the maximum or thereabouts. In the event of speed issues, upgrading to modern Wi-Fi solutions that support the latest standards, like Wi-Fi 6, is recommended. There are numerous types of equipment, and we can help identify the best approach.

Perhaps the internet speeds are fast, but the internet nevertheless feels slow to navigate. This raises health concerns for the computer or other device used. Computers often become slow due to age or lack of proper maintenance and require cleaning and updating to prevent fast internet being squandered on a device that makes no use of it. Due to the complex nature of determining the genuine causes of internet speed issues, and in implementing the best solution, consider contacting us on 07973 536299 to arrange an appointment.

Neil Buzzard, Director, Computer Problem Solutions Ltd.

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