LocalReach Worle July 2023

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!

LocalReach is now on Facebook - go to www.facebook.com/localreachwestonsupermare

Are you looking for more business?

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

Advertising from only £32+vat pm Email hello@localreach.co.uk or call 01934 312171

Deadline is 1st July for the August issues

Disclaimer. Although every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this magazine, we make no guarantee that the content will always be current, accurate or complete. We do not approve any of the services or products provided by advertisers in this magazine. Anyone using the products, services or advice from advertisers will need to carry out normal checks to make sure businesses are trustworthy and reliable. LocalReach Ltd 2023.

Do you receive a copy of LocalReach Community Magazine each month?

LocalReach Community Magazine is delivered by Royal Mail every month.

We contract Royal Mail to start delivering LocalReach on the last Monday of each month.

If you feel you are not receiving LocalReach please take the time to email us with your full postal address to hello@localreach.co.uk and we will investigate.

You should get LocalReach by the 1st of each month, not half way through the month for example. Thank you for helping us. LocalReach Community Magazines.

We deliver to the following postcodes: BS23, BS22, BS21, BS20, TA9, TA8, BA6, BA16, BS28, BS27, BS26, BS25, BA5, TA11, TA10, BA4

Come and join us!

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 July 1st.

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 12noon. There will be lovely homemade cakes available and a sale of other goodies including books.

Contact Dina 01934625994.

Friends Of The Playhouse Events

The Friends Of The Playhouse continue to hold their popular Saturday Coffee Mornings from 10:00am at the High Street theatre. Hot Drinks and Biscuits are on sale. The coffee mornings are open to Members and Non Members so if you are passing the theatre on a Saturday morning please call in, you will be made most welcome. NB There is NO Coffee morning on Saturday 15th July.

On Saturday 1st July: Monthly Raffle. Saturday 8th July: The Quarterly Draw of The Millenium Club. Saturday 29th July: General Knowledge Quiz.

Coffee with friends! Saturday 1st July

Join us at the BoS Community Centre between 10:00am and 12noon for coffee, homemade cakes and a friendly welcome for everyone. Craft stall. raffle, homemade cards, a mystery stall, colouring pages for kids and the most smiley waitresses in town!

PIMMS & Strawberry Cream Tea, Musical Entertainment, Sunday 2nd July

Soroptimists of Weston-Super-Mare are organising a fundraising afternoon - PIMMS & Strawberry Cream Tea, with Musical Entertainment by the talented pianist, Richard Lennox...

In the gardens of CEDAR LODGE, WOLVERSHILL ROAD, BANWELL, BS29 6DJ. Sunday 2nd July at 3:00pm. Tickets: £10 Available from Banwell Newsagent or telephone Anne on 01934 820243 / 07975 757309

Please bring your own deck chair! See you there!

Organised by Soroptimists Weston-Super-Mare –A volunteer movement, working at a local level to transform the lives of women and girls. All monies raised will go to local charities.

Hidden in plain sight

Well, not really hidden, just 100 yards further along the road than you usually walk, maybe!

The Dragons Gallery has been trading for 22 years but is new to Weston-super-Mare.

Originally from Bristol, they are now situated at 32 Boulevard, next door to the fantastic Toogies Cafe.

This hidden gem is a treasure trove of the fantastic and unique. Stu ed full of beautiful gifts, fossils, crystals and incense…and all at a fraction of the price you would pay in some other shops.

If you haven’t found them yet, why not pop along for a look.

The Dragons Gallery, 32 Boulevard, Weston-super-Mare. BS22 1NF

Open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays 9:00am - 5:00pm and Sundays 10:30am - 4:30pm

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

Active Listening

Hello from Claire, Mia and myself, Toby, at Meadows & Wood Hearing Specialists, we hope you are keeping well and enjoying the sunshine!

As you may know in May we opened North Somersets only full time, family owned, independent Hearing Specialist Clinic at 142 High Street, Worle. We have received such a warm welcome, thank you.

This month I’ve been thinking more about Active Listening, such as listening to or playing music. Did you know that it could help prevent the decline of working memory? A study found that music has the power to preserve adults’ working memory by enhancing grey matter volume! This adds on to historical data which demonstrates that how well we hear has a massive impact on our long-term health and quality of life. The reason for this is that if we are not hearing well, we are less likely to engage in activities that engage and stimulate our bodies! Getting out and about is sadly less enticing if you are not able to hear what’s going on around you.

We also know that older adults with hearing loss have a greater risk of developing dementia than those with normal hearing. Cognitive abilities decline faster in adults with hearing loss compared to those with normal hearing. Depression and social isolation can be exacerbated by the frustration experienced when someone doesn’t hear as well as they need to. I am aware that this sounds a bit gloomy, however, for most people using the NHS or a private Audiologist to assess your hearing and help you act is a great first step to minimise these experiences.

If you would like to know more about how we can help you and your family with hearing well, then don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at Meadows & Wood.

Free Concert, July 4th at 2:30pm, Corpus Christi Church Hall, Weston

Weston and District National Trust Association organises day trips, regular meetings, socials, meals and annual holidays for National Trust Members and their friends and families.

Come along to the meeting on July 4th to find out more and enjoy a free concert performed by local choir All Sorts at Corpus Christi Church Hall, 14 Ellenborough Road, BS23 1XW. There will be refreshments. Membership is only £5 per year.

Contact Ray Saunders raysaunders51@gmail. com for details of membership and events, including trips and holidays.

Tuesday Retirement Group - 4th July, 10:30am - 12:00pm

1st Uphill Scouts Hall, Windwhistle Lane, Westons-Mare BS23 4PE. All NHS staff, the social care sector and family/friends welcome.

Initial meeting £3 then a subscription of £30pa. We recently visited Dawes Twineworks in West Coker, Devon, very interesting place. How to

manufacture twine which was subsequently made into sails including those for Nelson and his fleet of ships!!

Our speaker for July is Francis Burroughes “Don’t put your daughter on the stage” he’s very funny. Refreshments are available together with a raffle. Why not give us a try.

Weston-Super-Mare Music Appreciation Society

Our next meeting is on Wednesday 5th July followed, by 26th July. Meetings are from 2:15pm until 4:30pm with refreshments provided. 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 music.

We meet at Milton Methodist Church Hall, 2 Milton Hill, Weston-Super-Mare BS22 9RA.

For details email simonrawlings9@gmail.com or call/text Simon on 07971474968.

You may also like to 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 Julie Daw on 07796 270721 or visit our website www.worlehistorysociety.net

July 6th - Dave Hart will be previewing our annual walk tracing Madam Rhyne with maps and pictures. The circular walk is on August 3rd starting from outside the Worle Community Centre at 6:30pm.

The Thursday Girls Quilt Show

We’re holding a quilt show on July 7th and 8th at Greenways Farm, Lyefield Road, Worle BS22 9NX. Lots of handmade quilts to see - hopefully it will be sunny and we can display some in the lovely gardens. Mark Pickles will be bringing cotton fabrics for sale, and we will be serving coffee, cakes and light lunches in our coffee shop. Sales table, and tombola. Admission £2.00, children free. For more information contact Heather on 07967527455

Weston U3a. This months lecture… Sign language!

Friday 14th July come along to the United Reform Church in Boulevard at 2:00pm for this months talk on the story and history of Sign Language. Charge £2 entry with tea after at 20 pence. Everyone welcome. Come and find how you can join the U3a.

Weston-Super-Mare Philatelic Society

- Conservative Club, Alexandra

Parade,WsM

CORRECTION on previous news broadcast regarding the stamp fair for July.

IT SHOULD READ SATURDAY 15th JULY 2023 NOT the 17th as previously stated.

So come along to St PAUL’S CHURCH HALL, WALLISCOTE ROAD, WESTON-S-MARE BS23 1EF. On the 15/7/23. Stamp Club resumes on the second Tuesday at 2:00pm, looking forward to all new members. In the meantime HAPPY STAMP HUNTING. darrell.kellett@outlook.com Chairman.

Don’t forget Saturday 15th July - Stamp Fair.

Care and Support Worker Role

Join an experienced team and learn more about how person-centred care can really work

“No one goes into a job expecting it to be life-changing. But I can honestly say that I learnt so much and grew as an individual doing something that made a difference and felt fulfilling.”

(Former employee of the GC Trust)

The media is full of discussion about health and social care. We have also heard for years about people with learning disabilities and autism, who often get a bad deal. But not in Churchill! With a truly person-centred team around him, ‘G’ has been living a peaceful and fulfilling life in his own home for over 20 years. We are calling him G here, to respect his right to privacy. This is a unique chance to join that experienced team and learn more about how person-centred care can really work.

Community for G means the people who are closest to him, namely his family and his support team. That doesn’t mean he completely shuts himself off from others, as he makes regular trips to shops and elsewhere. What is important is choice: he chooses what to do each day, and where to go. He chooses what to eat, and when to go to bed. Feeling in control of one’s own life is important for all of us, but even more so when you have need of support to live your life. The main quality that his team need is the ability to learn from G himself, keeping his wishes central.

G is not necessarily looking for people who have tons of qualifications. It’s better just to be the right sort of person, a good communicator, and a team player. His support is organised by a Trust - volunteers who have known him for years, including his mother!

This is care with a difference, and together we can make sure it continues to thrive.

Care and Support Worker Role

This position is to support me in my own home, which is in Churchill, North Somerset. I am an adult with learning disabilities and autism, and I need support to manage my life.

You won’t be working alone, my team is very experienced and will help new people to learn.

Full-time: £11.28 per hour. Flexi ‘bank’ contract: £10.42 per hour. Includes holidays and pension.

For an application form and a chat, please contact: jackie86.clarke@gmail.com

Crossword Across

1 Refuse Collector (7)

5 Brown ink (5)

8 Destructive fire, blaze (13)

9 Hand tool (3)

10 Church state (9)

12 Speeding, competing (6)

13 Diverse (6)

15 Freak out, lose it (2,7)

16 Social insect (3)

18 Condition caused by toxic paint and dust (4,9)

20 Inspection, investigation (5)

21 Conference, discussion (7)

Down

1 Aquatic birds (5)

2 Advertising worn by a person (8,5)

3 Hormone produced at night (9)

4 Small lump of gold (6)

5 Ocean (3)

6 Transferring from public ownership (13)

Word Search

7 Bothered, miffed (7)

11 Lecture hall (9)

12 Finery (7)

14 Hijinks (6)

17 Big cat (5)

19 Place somewhere (3)

Mindbenders

Baby

Blurple

Capri Cerulean

Cobalt Cyan Dark

Delft Duck egg Egyptian Electric Iceberg

Solutions: Turn to page 18

King of the Crooners at All Saints!

The KING of crooning, Marvin Muoneke, will perform a range of warm, relaxing songs, combining his love of jazz and the Frank Sinatra sound, on Saturday 15th July at 3:00pm in the superb acoustic of All Saints church, Weston super Mare, BS23 2NL. Those of you at the Coronation party in Grove Park will have heard Marvin’s honeyed tones. This is an absolutely unmissable concert, and entry is FREE! There’ll be a great raffle, and a retiring collection. Just walk right in and experience the warm All Saints’ welcome!

Worle Community Choir Summer Concert - A Century of Song

Do you need something uplifting to start the summer? We will be singing a selection of different songs taken from the last 100 years.

The choir has 45+ members, and sings in fourpart harmony. We sing a variety of genres, ably led by our musical director and pianist.

7:00pm on July 15th at Milton Baptist Church, Baytree Road, Milton BS228JH. Tickets: Adult £8 Child £4. For further details, ring Sue on 07881 872350 or 01934 622542

Weston super Mare Macular Support Group. Next meeting 19th July

The Weston super Mare Macular Society local group meets the 3rd Wednesday of every month 10am - 12noon at St Peter’s Church Hall, Baytree Road Weston super Mare BS22 8HG. Cost £2. Meetings are open to all affected by central vision loss, wet or dry MD. Come along and meet others similarly affected. Share experiences, tips and strategies. There are often talks by professionals offering advice on appliances to help or safety in the home. Friends and family are most welcome. Refreshments are served. Contact Jo 07947 373 244

Interested in Woodturning? Look no further

We are Weston Woodturning Circle and we meet at the Football Club in Winterstock Road BS24 9AA. The Club can offer help and advise to new members together with the loan of various equipment. This month, 20th July one of our members will be demonstrating, starting at 7:00pm until 9:30pm. We also provide a space for experienced woodturners to share ideas. We look forward to seeing you soon. www.weston-woodturning-circle.co.uk

“Fantastic responsive service. It’s the 2nd time I have used central roofing and on both occasions they turned up on time got on with the job and kept us informed on what was being carried out. Went above and beyond and assisted me in issues around insurance. I would recommend this company to anyone with roofing issues.”

Cat Lady

We used Central Roofing to take down an old flat roof and install another on our business premises at Knight Brothers Garage. The company was very reliable, they turned up when they said they would, the guys that did the work were very tidy and efficient. The work was completed in the time frame they set…we are more than pleased with the finished job.

Karen Anderson

Garden View

This month – Watering: balancing need with conservation

a tap. The timer allows you to set specific watering schedules, ensuring your plants receive water even when you’re not around. This is particularly handy for busy individuals or holiday periods.

Installation requires some basic plumbing skills, but it is quite manageable for most gardeners. The system needs to be connected to a water source, and the pipes, valves, and sprinklers or drippers need to be positioned accordingly. Personally, I prefer drippers to sprinklers as they are less wasteful. Proper planning and layout are crucial to ensure efficient water distribution. There are lots of helpful videos on YouTube offering great advice.

Keeping our gardens healthy and hydrated can be a challenging task, especially during hot summers or when we’re away from home. The days when gardeners used hosepipes liberally are long gone. An automatic watering system can offer an efficient solution to keeping the garden looking great while not destroying the environment.

Watering systems provide a hands-free approach to watering the garden. They consist of pipes, valves, and sprinklers or drippers strategically placed throughout your garden. They can be connected to a timer and a water source, such as

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.

Watering systems can also be used with stored rainwater from a water butt. This makes them even more eco-friendly. If you’re going to do this make sure to use appropriate filtration and pump system to ensure the rainwater is suitable for distribution through the watering system.

Even if you have to use tap water, automatic systems are designed for efficient use. By targeting specific areas and delivering water directly to the plants’ roots, they minimize wastage. Additionally, the use of timers allows for precise scheduling, preventing overwatering, thus further conserving water. Compared to using a hosepipe, which can lead to water runoff and inefficient coverage, automatic systems provide better control use far less water.

Mulching further conserves water by preventing the underlying soil from drying out in warm weather. It creates a protective layer on the soil surface, acting as a barrier to reduce evaporation.

Organic mulch materials include straw, wood chips, bark, leaves, grass clippings, and compost. These materials break down over time, enriching the soil with nutrients while simultaneously retaining moisture. Organic mulch also improves soil structure, promotes beneficial microbial activity, and helps prevent weed growth. It needs to be reapplied as it breaks down.

Inorganic mulch materials such as gravel, stones do not break down and can very decorative. Its more expensive so better suited to small spaces. Apply a layer of mulch that is 2-4 inches thick around plants, leaving a gap around the stem or trunk to prevent rotting. Ensure the mulch extends to the drip line of trees and shrubs to cover the entire root zone. When used alongside an automatic drip watering system, mulching goes a long way towards reducing water usage in the garden.

By Rachael Leverton

Do you always read the instructions ?

I’ve always enjoyed new things, but I have not always been very good at reading the instructions. Instruction booklets can be quite daunting, and let’s be honest, not the thing you want to be ploughing through instead of ‘playing’ with your new toy!

Of course, you may be completely different and read all the instructions first, but the only time I really delve into them is if something goes wrong or doesn’t seem to be working as I expected.

One of the most common calls we get with new washing machines (although it can apply to most appliances now) is that the door won’t open at the end of the cycle. We often discover the child lock has been activated, and it is then we need to go to the instructions as no two makes seem to use the same sequence of buttons to press to release it. Child locks are now a feature on ovens, driers, and dishwashers. So, watch out for those.

Unbalanced loads that the machine identifies and therefore will not spin is the other big concern causer. Its not just overloading the machine that can cause this. Very small loads or one item that gets heavy when wet, like a bathmat, can cause the machine to not spin. A good trick is to put in a large bath towel with your unspun load and then it will most likely spin out. You don’t have to wet it, just pop it in.

But there are other things to be discovered from reading the instructions. I was delighted with my new washing machine, but I started to notice some marks were staying on the clothes and things were not as clean as I was expecting. It turned out that using the short programmes or the time reducing button is fine for lightly soiled clothes, but to get a deep wash I really needed to use a full length programme. I can recommend it for when your grandson has managed to get chocolate on your white trousers and been playing outside in his white socks! So next time you get a new appliance it may be worth a few minutes reading the instructions.

Browns

Making things simple!

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

We are specialists in Freestanding and integrated appliances

Local family business established 38 years All work insured and guaranteed

No hidden extras. We keep things simple!

Your complete local domestic appliance specialist for sales and repairs

Domestic Appliances Ltd

Wearable tech - simple and effective fitness tracking and other reasons to get onboard

For those unacquainted, wearable technology refers to smart devices that are worn on the body, often as watches or wristbands. These are equipped with various sensors that enable them to perform a range of functions, including tracking physical activity, monitoring heart rate. Some can also perform additional smart tasks, much like a smartphone. These devices, such as Apple Watches and fitness trackers like Fitbit, offer a compelling array of features that can make day-to-day life easier and healthier.

The health benefits are unique to wearable tech, offered nowhere else. For example, devices like Apple Watches can track steps, distance travelled, calories burned, and even monitor heart rate and sleep patterns. Planning workout routines, with reminders, helps to plan - and stick to – healthy lifestyle changes. Wearable devices can also communicate with your smartphone, with benefits such as taking calls using a smart watch without needing the phone on-hand, perhaps during exercise. Having worn a smart watch myself for the last few years, I can say that it has made a great difference to my fitness, in particular, reminding me to be more active.

Convenience benefits are also compelling. Smart watches can show phone notifications on your wrist - you can stay updated on calls, messages, emails, and other alerts without constantly checking your phone (even if your phone battery goes flat!) You can also control music playback, use voice commands, and even make payments, all from your wrist. Some wearable devices come equipped with GPS tracking and emergency assistance, which offer peace of mind in the case of emergencies. There is something for everyone in wearable tech, but given the wide range of options, it can be overwhelming to determine, and set up, the device that can best benefit you. Instead of rolling the dice and choosing the wrong wearable tech for you, please see our advert on this page and get in touch as we would be happy to assist in choosing and showing you how to get the most from a new device.

Buzzard, Director, Computer Problem Solutions

Katie White, Healthwatch North Somerset, 28th July at Worle Community Centre

Friday 28th July 9:00am to 12noon Katie White from Healthwatch North Somerset will be at the coffee/tea morning at Worle Community Centre, Lawrence Road, Worle (up the side of the Lamb Inn). Katie will be in attendance to listen to your views and your experiences which may help them influence improvement and positive change. They will tackle inequalities by speaking and listening to people who aren’t often heard and make sure NHS leaders and decision makers listen to what you have to say. This is a free service.

Tai Chi in Worle with Age UK Somerset

Specially designed for people over 55, Age UK Somerset delivers a Tai Chi QiGong class at Worle Scout HQ, Wansborough Road.

On Tuesdays at 10:00am, Les guides the class through easy-to-learn mindful movements. QiGong, pronounced ‘chee gung’, is a form of Tai Chi beneficial for both physical and mental wellbeing. £5 per week - advanced booking advised. For more information or to

book, call 01823 345624, email ageingwell@ ageuksomerset.org.uk

St Marks Cafe

A warm welcome awaits you at our Tea Time Community Cafe at St Mark’s Church, Worle, Tuesday afternoons during term time. Please join us for tea, coffee and cake; there you can meet old friends and make new ones. There is no charge. Gill, Denise and Brenda look forward to greeting you at our cafe.

Love talking about Sport?

Somerset Cricket Foundation are working alongside the Sporting Memories Foundation to launch a new programme; Sporting Memories. This new community initiative aims to bring MEN of retirement age together to reminisce about previous memories, experiences or moments in their lives through the power of sport. Sessions are free to attend and run weekly at Uphill Castle Cricket, Bridgwater Road, Weston-super-Mare on Tuesdays from 10:30am - 12:00pm.

To book, please contact Steve.gass@somersetcricketfoundation.org or call 07788 628 526.

Highly competitive with wood pricesPLUSall the benefits!

Non-competitive badminton for capable players

Tuesday evening badminton club - capable adult players, playing to a good standard, but not in any competitions or leagues. 8:00pm - 9:30pm at Broadoak School Gym. £5.00 for visitors, but very competitive termly rate for members - come and try, and get your visitor fee refunded if you sign up as a member. Contact Joyce Rudall07789475652 or joycerudall@hotmail.com

Community Living Room

10:00am - 4:00pm every Tuesday, St Paul’s Church Hall Kewstoke. Come along for coffee 10:00am12noon, lunch from 12noon.

Welcoming space for conversation, doing puzzles or just bringing your own craft to do. Puzzle library open all day.

For further info Rev Gail Thomas 0774 6050607

Weston-super-Mare Macular Society Group for local support

The Weston-super-Mare Macular Society Group meet on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at St

Peter’s Church Hall, Baytree Road, WSM BS22 8HG.

The meetings offer valuable support for anyone affected by central vision loss. Family, friends and carers are most welcome. In addition to the support of others diagnosed with wet or dry macular degeneration, there are demonstrations of equipment to help and safety in the home. Cost £2 including tea or coffee. For more information please call Jo Fishwick the South West manager 07947 373244

Weston 50+ Social Singles GroupJoin us on Wednesdays

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 weekly ‘Bar Night’ each Wednesday from 7.30pm to socialise and arrange events for each other to enjoy. If you are looking to make new friends and to join in with our events then why not give us a try for a week or two with no obligation. (Not a dating group)

For more information contact Margaret on 07887 883251 or Rob on 07899 755457. Websiteweston50plussocialsingles.co.uk

Ago!Ame!

African and Caribbean drop in - 2nd Thursday of the Month. Ago! Ame! The new social group for African and Caribbean communities in and around Weston-super-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.

Worlebury Tots Praise

Every Thursday during term time 10:00am11:30am at Worlebury St Paul’s School. Join us for singing, story, craft and refreshments. FREE. For further info Rev Gail Thomas 0774 6050607

Cancer Support Group – Every Thursday

The FUCHSIA Group (Friendship and Understanding, Cancer Help and Support in Abundance) is a self-help cancer support group

for people who have experienced cancer a close hand whether as a patient, relative or carer. We have been supporting members since 2010. Come along and join us for a chat over a cup of tea and cake. We meet every Thursday 10:00am –12:00pm at the Nightjar pub in Worle.

If you would like more information, please contact Julie: hello@fuchsia.org.uk

“FOLLOW ON” Carers caring for carers

We are a respite group for carers and ex-carers. We meet alternate Friday mornings at the Coach House Inn, Manor Gardens, Locking, BS24 8DG 10:00am to 12noon approx.

Speakers, Quiz’s, topical discussions, laughter, coffee /Tea everyone is welcome.

Look forward to meeting you, for more info call Anne 07923 055 241.

Get Strong and Get Steady with Age

UK Somerset

Are you less steady on your feet than you used to be? A new exercise session is being launched in Worle for people experiencing more advanced mobility issues. Get Strong Get Steady is a fun and friendly session, specially designed to help participants gradually build up the strength, stamina and balance to be able to progress from seated to standing exercises. It’s the ideal precursor to Stay Strong Stay Steady, our strength and balance class. Contact us to find a class right for you all 01823 345614 or email fallsprevention@ ageuksomerset.org.uk

Cricket, at a walking pace!

Walking sports are a fun way to keep your energy up, make new friends, and look after your health.

Played with a soft ball it’s perfect for people who are older, or less physically able, but who still want to enjoy the thrill of the game. Whether you’re batting, bowling, or fielding, it’s a great form of cardio exercise. Plus it improves both agility and hand-eye coordination.

Walking cricket takes place across the CountyWSM, Clevedon, Yeovil, Highbridge, Wellington, Minehead & Taunton.

To find out more, please email mustafa.shaikh@ somersetcricketfoundation.org

Wannabe in a Buoy Band?

Due to rapidly increasing bookings throughout Somerset, we are looking for new members to meet this demand. If you can sing, play, or simply crave stage presence please call Peter on 07734 055808.

All proceeds go to the SouthWest Childrens’ Hospice. We are a leading shanty band in the county, and are regular attendees at Shanty Festivals within the South West.

TOULOUSE

• Contemporary 3 seater sofa • Reversible seat cushions

• Wide selection of fabrics • Feather scatters & arm pads

• Coordinating range items also on offer

SALE £1349 RRP £1912

SALE £1099 WAS £1469

Excludes headboard & bedding

ELEVATE RILEY

• 150cm kingsize 2 drawer divan

• No-turn mattress with AlignSupport

‘Sense & Respond’ spring system

• Platform base in a choice of colours

AVIEMORE

• 120-160cm extending table • 4 chairs with fabric seats

• Made from solid & veneered oak • Lacquered finish

• Extensive selection of coordinating range items

WAN28250GB

• 1400 spin washing machine

• 8kg load capacity • SpeedPerfect • ActiveWater Plus • Reload function • Delay timer • ‘A’ energy rating

SALE £929 WAS £1877

Self assembly