LocalReach Worle July 2024

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Refresh your kitchen

Joe’s Doors can simply transform your kitchen by replacing the doors, panels and trims.

With a huge range of kitchen styles to choose from, this cost effective, fuss free service, can be completed in under two days and best of all you don’t even need to empty the cupboards!

Call now to take advantage of a free survey, free quote and free design service....with no pressure selling.

Transform your worktops with Quartzize stone overlays

Why replace your worktops when this unique quartz overlay simply fits over your existing surface. Here are some of the amazing benefits:

•Timeless - Looks clean and modern.

•Hygienic - A perfectly smooth surface.

•Easy care - Wipe with a neutral cleaner.

•Durable - Tough and scratch resistant.

•Easily Installed - Fitted in less than a day.

Join our army of LocalReach Community Editors...

If you are community minded like us then we would love you to send us your local news, events and information. We give 100 words free of charge and want to help at least 50-75 local; clubs, groups, associations, schools, churches each and every month.

Simply go to our web site www.localreach.co.uk and fill in the form on the Community Notices page. We want to especially help the all the clubs, groups, associations, schools, churches that have very little income for advertising. Please spread the word!

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Advertising in LocalReach is a fantastic way to reach all your existing, and potentially new customers. LocalReach is delivered by Royal Mail to all homes & businesses in your postcode area every month. It is packed with community notices, interesting articles and local businesses. A massive 98% of our advertisers rebook every month so we must be doing something right!

So, if you are looking for more business then contact us now. To advertise just go to our web site www.localreach.co.uk and fill in the contact form or email hello@localreach.co.uk

Community Notices are free of charge

Please visit www.localreach.co.uk and click on Community Notices page Deadline is 1st July for the August issues

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DO YOU RECEIVE A COPY OF LOCALREACH EACH MONTH?

LocalReach is delivered each month by ROYAL MAIL to ALL of the Worle/BS22 postcode areas, including all towns and villages within the postcode areas, to every resident and business, totalling 17,655 copies each month.

We take non deliveries very seriously and in the event of a non delivery being reported to us we follow the Royal Mail’s complaint procedure.

If you are not getting your monthly copy by the end of the first week of any month please send us an email to royalmail@localreach.co.uk with the full address of the non delivery and we will ask Royal Mail to investigate and report back.

Hard of Hearing Social Group. New members welcome on 1st July

The Hard of Hearing Social Group meets generally on the 1st Monday of each month, 2:00pm to 4:00pm at Vision North Somerset, Neva Road, Weston-super-Mare BS231YD. If you have a hearing impairment, come along and socialise, swap tips and strategies, attend day trips and activities. Cost £4 including tea, coffee, cake / biscuits. Come along. We look forward to seeing you.

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

Our next meetings are on July 3rd & 31st and then August 21st. 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-SuperMare 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

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

July 4th - Annual Walk preview by Dave Hart and Then and Now photos.

August 1st - Annual walk, meet at Worlebury Golf Club, 6pm to depart at 6.30pm.

September 5th - Annual General meeting followed by photos of the People of Worle and discussion.

Only Fools and Horses/80’s evening, Tropicana, Weston-super-Mare, Friday 5th July

Join us on Friday 5th July at the Tropicana for an evening of Only Fools and Horses fun combined with 80’s music. There will be an auction, raffle,

bar, music, DelBoy style market and OFAH props including a fall through bar and chandelier. Tickets are £15 which includes food and one drink. All monies raised are for Donate for Defib WSM Project. Dig out your leg warmers or come as your favourite character. Prizes for the best fancy dress. Strictly over 18’s.

Please contact Michelle at mlh1968@sky.com for details. Dont be a “plonker”. You know it makes sense!

July Events

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

Saturday 6th July: The monthly raffle to win 2 tickets to a show of your choice (to be taken within 3 months).

Wednesday 17th July: 2:00pm Summer Time Of Your Life Disco.

Saturday 20th July: General Knowledge Quiz Only £1 per person to enter.

Saturday 27th July: The Quarterly Millenium Draw.

Book the date! 6th July for St Marks’s Church Fair

You’re sure to have a lot of fun at our summer fair. 6th July, 10:00am until 2:00pm. All your favourites will be there including Hook a bag, tombola, craft stall, face painting plus much more. Free entry. Enjoyable for all the family. Barbecue will be available for burgers and sausages to buy.

Caprione Community Choir Presents World Premier of Brand New Musical

The World Premier of a new musical, “Mary the Mother” (of Jesus) will take place at Clarence Park Baptist Church, on 6th July at 6:30pm. Lyrics by Peter Perrin and music by Angela Lavelle, both of Weston-super-Mare.

Caprione and the choir of St Mary’s Church, Hutton and friends from far and near, make up the choir, with soloists, dancers and drama.

Admission is free, with a retiring collection for Weston Foodbank. The performance, including a refreshment break will last about 90 minutes.

Further details on 01934 625788 or caprionecommunitychoir@cpbc.co.uk

Garden View – Fancy foliage

We all love flowers. They’re what gardening is all about and the fact that they’re relatively short-lived makes them extra-special.

But my garden can’t survive on flowers alone. It needs to look attractive all year round. This is where friendly foliage plants come in to their own.

Many non-evergreen plants have beautiful showy foliage between April and November, and we’d be mad not to take full advantage of it.

Rodgersia pinnata is an excellent example. It has huge, attractive bronze, leathery leaves which are almost sculptural in appearance. As a bonus it sends up feathery cream flowers in the summer.

It like soil which doesn’t dry out so a pebble mulch will work brilliantly, and it complements the plant.

Hostas have truly beautiful leaves, but I’ve tried and failed with them on many occasions because my garden is home to a race of hosta-chomping super slugs. I’ve had some success with the variety “Frances Williams” which is less prone to attack though I still need to go on slug patrol every evening! Mostly though, I now plant them in pots armed with copper rings. Slugs hate copper and my hostas can grow (mostly) unmolested.

Hostas do like a moist soil so if yours is on the dry side work in plenty of compost or manure at planting time and mulch well...preferably with something sharp to act as a deterrent to the slimy brigade.

I have had much more success with ferns. They are the most useful plant for shade. My favourite is the ostrich-plume fern, Matteuccia struthiopteris. Plant them under trees and shrubs and watch the stunning lime-green foliage unfold each spring.

New Zealand flax, Phormium tenax has bold, dramatic fountains of spiky purple foliage is my absolute favourite foliage plant. It isn’t frost-hardy, so during extended sub-zero temperatures it will need protecting. If you’re concerned, choose the much hardier green variety…but honestly, the purple on is worth the risk.

Many people overlook grasses when they think about foliage but there are some seriously attractive varieties. Try Miscanthus sinensis “Zebrinus.” The leaves look like green ribbons, striped with yellow and reach chest height. Cut it down to ground level each February.

Finally, if you have the space, for a real ‘in-yourface’ fancy foliage try the golden-leaved Catalpa bignonioides “Aurea.” Grow it as a large bush. Prune each stem back to a sprouting bud around kneeheight each spring and mulch with manure at the same time. Now that’s really fancy foliage.

By Rachael Leverton

Children’s Eye Health

Recently we have had the pleasure of visiting a number of primary school settings across the community to speak to the children about eye health.

Paediatric eye care is more important than ever as post pandemic we are seeing more children become myopic (short-sighted). Studies show this is expected to increase significantly with children taking part in more near-work activities and spending less time outdoors. The great news is that there are steps parents and children can take to help combat this…

Book a sight test

Even if you don’t have any concerns. Some eye conditions do not display any signs or symptoms so the only way to know for sure is to see an Optometrist. An eye examination is a comprehensive check that looks at multiple aspects of vision and eye health. In some cases it can also pick up other, more generalised health problems. A sight test can be carried out by an Optometrist on a child of any age (even babies) and is inclusive of any SEND or other communication requirements.

Get out side

Studies show that being outside supports

healthy, growing eyes. Just remember to wear sunglasses if it’s sunny (eyes need UV protection just like skin).

Eat a healthy, colourful diet

Our eyes require macular pigments known as carotenoids to be healthy. The best natural food sources of macular pigments are green leafy vegetables like kale and spinach, and brightly coloured fruits and vegetables like peppers, sweetcorn and red grapes. We accumulate these protective pigments, so the more of them we eat, the better our protection. Time to dust off the smoothie maker!

Take screen breaks

Screens are ubiquitous in modern life, we get it, but taking regular breaks can make all the difference. Eye muscles require stretching just like any others, so encourage children to look up and away from the screen frequently.

Myopia Management

For children with developing myopia, there are now a range of eyewear solutions that can slow the progress. It’s new and very exciting technology. To understand more about myopia management we recommend speaking to your eye health professional (or us!)

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Demo of Chair-based Exercises at the Monday Club

At 2:00pm on Monday 8th July a representative from Age UK Somerset will be demonstrating chair-based exercises that members of the Monday Club can join in if they wish to do so.

The Venue is the Ebdon Arms, Lilac Way, Wick St Lawrence BS22 9WE where we celebrated our second birthday in May 2024. If you would like further details of the Monday Club, this event or other meetings please contact Maxine at 07967 344766

Coffee Mornings at Milton Methodist

The Tuesday coffee mornings at Milton Methodist Church will be on 9th and 23rd of July, 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.

The pop up fabric shop returns!

We’re having a pop up fabric and coffee shop on Saturday 13th July when Mark Pickles will

be bringing lots of quilting fabric, wadding, haberdashery and notions. He’ll service your sewing machine too - phone 01225 482413 to book a slot. And we’re serving homemade cakes, light lunches and cream teas in our coffee shop, in aid of Freewheelers: Where? Greenways Farm, 2 Lyefield Road, Worle BS22 9NX. When? Saturday July 13th from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Contact thethursdaygirls@ gmail.com or phone Heather on 07967527455 for more information.

Weston Hospicecare’s Summer Spectacular Fayre

Get ready for an incredible time at our Summer Fayre in aid of Weston Hospicecare, Saturday 27th July! Happening at Hornet RFA, BS22 8LY from 10:30am. We will have Live music, kids entertainment, inflatables, and an array of stalls for the family! Kickstart the school holiday with your little ones while supporting your local hospice. So mark the calendars and get ready for an day of fun and laughter. Free entry too! We also have special guests Bluey and Bingo joining us for photo opportunities and and games.

Wedmore 40/30 charity cycle event returns on Sunday 1st September

Registrations are now open for the Wedmore 40/30 that brings a burst of colour to the Wedmore roads in September. The annual cycle challenge sees cycling enthusiasts take on a breath-taking 30, 40 or 70 mile course across the spectacular Mendip Hills and Somerset levels, with a fun, family-friendly 12 mile course also available.

Organised by a group of cyclists from Wedmore together with Weston Hospicecare, the event raises funds for the hospice with a share of the registration fee also going to St Mary’s Church, Wedmore.

More info: www.westonhospicecare.org.uk/ events/

Local Parent Carer Forum Plans Next Free Super Supportive Event

North Somerset Parent Carers Working Together (NSPCWT) are the local forum for parent carers to children with additional needs/disabilities.

On October 23rd 2024, their largest SEND Event, held at Priory Community School will be in full flow!

Parents, Carers, Family Members and Professionals are all welcome to attend and benefit from the many exhibitors, training workshops, keynote speakers, drop in clinics and activities.

No diagnosis is required for families to access our offers.

Throughout July we have regular coffee and training sessions, head here to find out more: www.nspcwt.org/calendar

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

Are you interested in piecing and quilting?

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.

Mondays - Vocalise ladies choir - not just a choir - a family

Do you love singing in a group? Do you like a social activity where you feel valued and can have a laugh? Do you want to go home feeling uplifted? Vocalise is for you - leave your cares behind for a couple of hours, and at the same time achieve a high standard you can be proud of that audiences talk about long after concerts. St George’s Community Centre 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Ann Clewlow 01934 627709 ann.clewlow@btinternet.com vocalisechoir.wordpress.com

No experience necessary. No auditions. Part of Ann Clewlow’s Vocalise Choirs. Find us on Facebook.

Coffee Stop at Milton Baptist Church, Baytree Road

We will be open every Tuesday morning 10:00am til 12:00pm throughout the summer. Come and join our friendly group for free tea, coffee and biscuits. Everyone is welcome.

Tuesday Retirement Group. First Tuesday In The Month, 10:30am - 12:00pm

1ST UPHILL SCOUTS HALL, WINDWHISTLE LANE, WESTON-SUPER-MARE BS23 4PE. Our group is open to all so come along to see what’s on offeryou’ll be made very welcome! There is an annual fee which is pro rata depending on time of year you join. Every month we have homemade cakes tea/coffee/squash and raffle.

We welcome Weston’s Ukulele Band on 2nd July should be a good meeting!

In May our speaker was Jane Hill from Weston’s Museum again a very interesting talk enjoyed by all. Why not give us a try.

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

5-year Guarantees on selected Bosch appliances

These days you can go online and buy almost anything. But it can be a minefield when you want advice. Many websites will compare products, but quite often manufacturers pay for the privilege! So, you will find loads of different advice, and you just don’t know what to do! That’s where we can offer independent advice using our years of experience and knowledge. You can rely on us to be honest and to help you make a great choice.

At the moment Bosch are offering a 5 year parts and labour guarantee on selected appliances. They are smart, with exceptional performance and energy efficiency. We like them because they are also very user friendly, and you don’t end up getting confused with loads of programs or applications. Yet you will find all that you need and can select your model accordingly.

Our prices are always competitive, and we try to keep things simple. We won’t trick you with an unbelievable price then add each charge from the delivery, through installation and to recycling - so when you get to the end of the order you are paying a lot more than you started with. And of course, you get our 5-Star ***** service as standard!

So, if you are considering a new appliance give us a call and we can talk to you without obligation.

And of course, we are happy to offer our repairs service for washing machines, washer dryers, tumble dryers, dishwashers, electric cookers, ovens and hobs and integrated appliances. You can call us or send us an email straight from our website, talking of which, watch out for our new website which will be going live soon.

and repair washing machines, washer dryers, tumble dryers, dishwashers, ovens, hobs and hoods, cookers, fridges and freezers.

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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.

Dance your way into Summer with our friendly dance group

Dancing at the Ritz every Tuesday afternoon 2:00pm - 4:00pm. Dancing includes Sequence, some modern ballroom, Olde Tyme, some line dance. We are a sociable and friendly group, all are welcome. Come to dance and make new friends. Cost per person £4. For further information contact Jeannie 07909 883553.

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

The Shipham Inn (Somerset - BS25 1TW) would like to welcome new members to join their regular Mah-Jong Group.

Whether you’re a novice, experienced 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.

1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month: 7:30pm start. Free. Contact: mark.trenchard53@gmail.com or phone / text 07815681580

An active club for the more physically challenged people, 16-65 years

We meet every Thursday at the Scout Hut, off Windwhistle Lane. Behind Devonshire Road, Cricket Club.

We have speakers & entertainment at the hall. Pub lunches & outings. Throughout the year.

We use WDC community buses for transport if you need it.

We have just enjoyed a talk on Birnbeck Pier’s restoration.

In July we have the Ukele players, a picnic in Clarence Park & a trip to Taunton, maybe the shops or Bowling.

Please come along & try us we are a friendly group. Ring Diana 07799110879.

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Make every millisecond count for your business’s website

Imagine your website greeting visitors with the same warmth and firmness as a handshake. That’s the kind of first impression you want to make in the digital world, where Google’s research indicates you have a mere 50 milliseconds to shine. Blink, and the moment’s gone.

But here’s the good news: a website that’s quick to load, easy to navigate, and pleasing to the eye can make that fraction of a second count. It’s about creating an online space that radiates trust and professionalism from the very first glance.

At Digi Soci, we’re all about making those milliseconds work in your favour. With years of experience tucked under our belts, we’re the go-to local marketing gurus in Somerset. We believe in keeping things simple, setting achievable goals, and then smashing them, rather than overwhelming you with technical jargon.

Our mission is clear: to ensure your business is represented accurately and memorably. We’re here to make sure your existing and future customers carry a lasting image of your brand. And we achieve this by maximizing every penny of your marketing budget to deliver results that you can see and feel.

So, why not give us a ring or drop by our website? Let us show you how we turn brief digital encounters into lasting business relationships. Call us on 01934 268061 or head over to www.digisoci.co.uk/contact-us/ to get the ball rolling.

Let’s create a website that not only meets expectations but exceeds them, making every millisecond — and every visitor — count.

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

Choosing a new bathroom involves understanding your bathing needs but there are various options to consider when deciding to alter your bathroom.

One option is to replace your bath with a low-level shower, this is suited to those with limited mobility. Slip-resistant shower trays, accessories, and grab rails are also available to provide further safety. However, 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 some even have jacuzzi functions.

The third option is a wet room which eliminates obstacles with slip-resistant flooring 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.

Call now 01934 805862 to request a brochure or to find out more.

Are You Interested In Gardening?

Weston Horticultural Society is actively seeking new members. Designed to 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 come along to one of our meetings. For further information please contact John Chapman 01934 418904 or 1951chapman@gmail.com

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.

Hewish & District WI always welcomes new members

At our July meeting Haze Tillman will lead us in ‘Access to Yoga’. We are a friendly group who meet on the third Thursday of the month at the newly refurbished Puxton & Hewish Hall, Maysgreen Lane, Hewish BS24 6RW at 7:30pm. We are just off the A370 on the lane behind Flavour at Hewish.

We also enjoy walks, craft sessions, theatre visits, friendly skittles and meals out, amongst other things.

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

It’s Woodturning time again! If you are interested read on

We are Weston Woodturning Circle and we meet at the Football Club in Winterstoke Road BS22 9AA every Third Thursday from 7:00pm until 9:30pm. At the July meeting we are lucky to have a demonstration by Colwin Way who is an internationally renounced Woodturner. We

welcome all who are interested in woodturning and can promise you a very warm welcome. If you decide to become a club member we can offer free tuition and some loan equipment and remember, your first two meeting are free of charge.

Worle Community Centre Coffee Morning

Coffee morning every Friday, 9:00am till noon. Serving teas/ coffees/ hot chocolate/ toasted tea cakes/ cakes. We have a lot of lovely regulars who will make you feel very welcome. Check out our website to see the other activities that take place at the hall, worlecommunity@outlook.com and you will find us up the side of the Lamb Inn.

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

ParkPlay is 90 minutes of free community play, every

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Saturday, for everyone. Make friends, have fun, get moving!

9:30am - Castle Batch Park, Bishop Avenue, Worle, Weston-super-Mare, BS22 7PQ.

10:30am 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/

Worle Community Centre, Lawrence Road Sunday Afternoon Craft Group

July dates for the craft group are 14th and 28th at 2:00pm till 5:00pm. Cost is £5 to include refreshments.

For further information leave a message on 01934 910298

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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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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.

Celebrating a Year of Exceptional Hearing Care at Meadows & Wood

‘Hello’ to our friends, from Claire, Emma, Toby and, of course, Charlie the dog, at Meadows & Wood Hearing Care.

It’s been a year since we first opened the doors at our hearing clinic in Worle, with the support of John Penrose MP and Mayor of Weston-Super-Mare, Cllr Ciaran Cronnelly. Since then, our clinics have gone from strength to strength, thanks to the support and trust of our lovely clients.

At Meadows & Wood, we are dedicated to helping clients rediscover great hearing. Our clinics offer purpose-built soundproof consulting rooms to ensure we can accurately test your hearing. We also offer state-of-the-art hearing solutions and devices, tinnitus care, and wax removal.

Over the past year, we have thoroughly enjoyed welcoming many clients into the clinic and being part of their hearing journey. We are committed to delivering exceptional hearing advice and aftercare solutions. To mark this, Meadows & Wood has been specially selected to offer advanced hearing aid tech that is only available to the very best audiology clinics. This allows us to design bespoke hearing devices that are tailored to your lifestyle, help you reconnect with loved ones and enjoy life’s precious moments. We look forward to introducing you to the latest technology for many years to come.

Don’t let hearing loss affect your valuable moments. If you or your loved one need hearing advice, we are here for you. Meadows & Wood is North Somerset’s only full time, fully independent audiology and tinnitus treatment clinic, with multiple clinics across North Somerset. We invite you to book a consultation with one of our expert audiologists using the contact details below.

We are on a mission to protect our customers from hackers, scams and viruses

As technology advances, so do the tactics of scammers and hackers. We are witnessing a sharp increase in the creation of new, deceptive, scam techniques and infections, that we suspect are both designed and manufactured with the help of AI tools – artificial intelligence – to make them leaps and bounds more convincing than ever seen before. Increasing numbers of people are being scammed because it is now harder than ever to know what is and isn’t genuine.

Therefore, we our redoubling our efforts to strengthen the protection of equipment for our customers. The techniques we use to keep our customers safe have continuously evolved over the years to defend against threats as they emerge, and we offer and encourage a straightforward home visit whereby we can review existing equipment and offer help and advice as to what should be strengthened to stave off scammers and infections.

Often, upon attending a customer for unrelated reasons, we realize the customer was scammed, or is infected, despite them having not realised it themselves – often relying on big name anti-virus, that doesn’t always do the job. The most common in recent months is a well-hidden infection that permits scammers to watch the screen in secret. This is often forgotten – that being scammed doesn’t always involve even knowing that it happened. So, with both prevention and dis-infection in mind, we do encourage those unsure about the concreteness of their online security to book us in for a review, at your home or place or work.

Neil Buzzard, Director, Computer Problem Solutions Ltd.

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Companionship through socialising and sharing experiences with likeminded people

Branch members at the annual SW Area Reunion.

Street Branch Royal Naval Association covers all areas of Somerset and meets monthly in the Wessex Hotel, 15 High St. Street, Somerset BA16 0EF.

Current and ex RN, RM, WRNS, RFA, Reserves and Commonwealth personnel are welcome. Associate membership is also available to relatives of current and former serving personnel, Sea/Marine Cadet staff and civilians. Monthly meetings include a raffle and end with the option of staying for lunch at the hotel.

Contact Chairman Mike Jayes, Tel: 07805 516946, Email: streetrnachair@gmail.com for details of the next meeting.

Free support to live a healthier life

Healthy Lifestyles Advisors are here to support you with getting active, eating well, losing weight and stopping smoking. Available to anyone aged 18 and over who lives in Weston-super-Mare and the surrounding villages

Our friendly team will work together with you for 12 weeks to find ways you can reach your healthy lifestyles goals. It can be face to face at the Town Hall, over the phone or via video call.

Call: 01934 427 661, email: healthylifestyles@n-somerset.gov.uk, or visit our website to find out more and refer yourself today! www.betterhealthns.co.uk

Why not try - Weston 60+ Social Singles Group!

We are a volunteer led lively mixed group of older singles who meet weekly at an informal ‘Bar Night’ and enjoy music, meals, dancing, sports, theatre and lots of other fun events in the local area arranged by our members!

If you live alone in Weston, Worle or the surrounding area why not think about coming along to give us a try for a week or two and then consider joining us regularly!

For more information just call or text Margaret on 07887 883251 or Rob on 07899 755457

Join a free and friendly Health Walk!

30 to 60 minute Health Walks are available in Churchill and Cheddar, 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.

Could you volunteer with Age UK Somerset?

Could you volunteer to enhance the health and wellbeing of older people?

Age UK Somerset is searching for volunteers to train in, and deliver, Tai Chi QiGong or Sit, Fit and Fun sessions. Sit, Fit and Fun is a fun and friendly chair-based exercise session. Tai Chi QiGong is a series of 18 mindful movements for health and wellbeing.

If you can spare an hour a week to volunteer with us, then please get in touch for more information. No previous experience is necessary.

Contact: 01823 345627, volunteers@ageuksomerset.org.uk

Worle Community Centre, Lawrence Road, Worle

Contact 01934 910298, Worle Community Centre. You will find us up the side of the Lamb Inn. If you need to hire a room for a childs’ party, age limit applies, or staff training, or wish to start a new group/class. Prices are competitive.

Are you looking for a group to get involved with?

We need volunteers when we hold our fairs and day to day running of the hall.

A Massive Thank You!

Thank you so much to the wonderful knitters who took time to make beautiful flowers for our colourful cascade over Wick St. Lawrence Church porch as part of our Flower Festival in June. You all helped to make it a tremendous success, so thanks again!

Weston Ukulele Players receive Mayor’s Award

The Weston Ukulele Players were honoured to receive the outgoing Mayor’s Award for their contribution to the town and in recognition of the £9,200 they raised for the Children’s Hospice South West in 2023. This year they have continued to entertain at numerous care homes, clubs and pubs in and around Weston. If you would like to book them or to find out more information please contact Andrew on 07795690398. (Image supplied by Weston Town Council).

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

We raised the fantastic total of £3,525 at the All 60s/70s Night in aid of Weston Hospicecare on Friday 10th May at Weston super Mare Football Club.

A big thank you to everybody that attended on the night.

It takes the total I have raised to £19,275 over the years I have been organising the event.

I would like to thank the top 60s/70s Tribute Band Locarno Beat, the superb female vocalist Chrystal Bliss, Scotts Services, Philip Cocks who organised all the video footage, the hospice volunteers who sold over £500 worth of raffle tickets on the night. Niel Ann and all the bar staff at Weston super Mare Football Club, Dana of Mug Express who provided the medallions for the best dressed in 60s/70s gear, Terry Carter who took all the photographs on the night and all the local and national companies who donated over £1000 worth of raffle prizes.

The amount raised was massively helped by sponsorship from 6 local companies: Travelbillity, Groves Family Funeral Directors, Mendip Consrvatories, Brooking Ruse Accountants, Davan Caravans and Motorhomes, Rachel J Homes Estate Agents, and a special mention for C & D Associates.

David Kingsbury

Foundations Up Construction Team Up with Sweet Track Counselling

Foundations Up Construction joined a team from Sweet Track Counselling to complete the Somerset 100 Cycle ride on the 19th May to raise awareness for their low-cost counselling services. Sweet Track is a not-for-profit community interest company which offers free and affordable counselling, funded through donations and grants.

Mental Health in construction is an issue which often goes unnoticed by the wider public. Over a quarter of all work-related illness in construction is caused by stress, depression and anxiety.

If you feel that you need support, contact Sweet Track, or you can make a donation on their Just Giving Page if you would like to support their work: www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/ sweettrackcounselling?utm_id=1&utm_ term=mgArVpGy9

For more information contact Charles Dowson or Philippa Edwards at Foundations Up Construction, Coleford, Radstock BA3 5RX. info@foundationsup.co.uk, 01373 813 438.

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