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Hard of Hearing Social Group. Next meeting Monday 2nd September
The North Somerset Hard of Hearing Social Group meets generally on the 1st Monday of each month, 2:00pm to 4:00pm at The Conservative Club, 24-26 Alexandra Parade, Weston super Mare BS23 10X.
The meetings are mixture of speakers, outings, chat and useful information.
Cost £4 to include refreshments.
Come along. We’d be happy to see you.
Friends Of The Playhouse September 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 7th September, 10:30am: Theatre Open Day.
Saturday 14 September, 10:00am: The monthly Raffle to win 2 tickets to a show of your choice (to
be taken within 3 months) plus other lovely prizes. Saturday 21st September, 10:00am: General Knowledge Quiz only £1 per person to enter.
The Friends Of The Playhouse Open Day
Saturday 7th September, The Friends Of The Playhouse Open Day. Take a tour behind the scenes and get a sneak peek at what goes into the magic of theatre. Walk out onto the stage, visit the famous back stage crew room and hear memorable stories, see areas that are not usually available to the public and ask any questions you may have about the venue. Refreshments will be available and activities for all the family include face painting, performances by a magician and Samantha Ball will be signing copies of her book, ‘A History and Celebration Of The Playhouse Theatre’.
Tickets for the Open Day Tours are £5 (children under 16 going free) and include a free hot drink and biscuits (soft drink for children). You can book a place in advance at the theatre box office in person or over the telephone: 01934 645544
The first tour will start at 10:30am and then tours will be every 30 minutes, with the last tour starting at 3:00pm. Tours will take about 1 hour.
Garden View
This month – Marvellous microorganisms
As their name suggests you can’t see them, yet microorganisms are some of the most important things you can grow in your garden.
Garden soil is teeming with millions of them, or rather it should be. They help to keep the soil healthy. They decompose organic matter, replenish soil nutrients, form humus, promote root growth, increase nutrient uptake, and breakdown herbicides and pesticides.
The microorganism family includes bacteria, algae, fungi, and protozoa and we want to do everything we can to encourage these tiny gardening friends.
In order to provide a good environment we need to provide oxygen, moisture, carbon-based food matter, and the right temperature and pH.
Oxygen content can be kept high by digging in lots of organic matter so that the soil structure is aerated. 75% of microorganisms live in the top two inches (5cm) of soil so particular care should be taken not to compact the topsoil. Improving the drainage of stodgy clay soil is particularly important as water-logged soil contains very little oxygen.
Mulching helps to improve the moisture content of soil and also helps to maintain the soil temperature. Bare soil bakes in the summer and freezes in the winter. Mulch acts as both shade and insulation so the temperature remains more constant.
Carbon-based food matter is just a posh way of saying ‘organic matter, including green manure and well-rotted compost. This provides a gourmet buffet for microorganisms, and they’ll reproduce rapidly.
Finally, pH is probably the most difficult area to tackle. Most gardens have a natural pH range beyond which they’re not going to change much. So, someone living on a limestone ridge, as I do, is never going to be able to grow acid-loving Azaleas, except in pots.
But that’s not what we’re trying to achieve when creating a favourable environment for microorganisms. We don’t need to radically shift the pH; we just need to modify it slightly.
There are pH modifiers on the market, but the best way of doing it is slowly by digging in compost or other organic matter. Organic matter acts as a neutraliser and will work whether your soil is acidic or alkaline. It is particularly important for alkaline soils like mine because they have far fewer bioavailable nutrients so become impoverished very quickly.
This month give some thought to encouraging your microorganisms. Your plants will thank you.
Happy gardening,
By Rachael Leverton
A Trio Of Choirs! Ann Clewlow’s Vocalise Choirs Autumn Concert
An evening of eclectic music from two awardwinning choirs, Vocalise and Vocalise-Lite, and new choir Vocalessence. Songs from the shows, pop classics, gospel, comedy. A brand new programme guaranteed to get you smiling, laughing, foot-tappingsomething for everyone. If you were thinking about joining a choir come and see what we do and chat to our members!
Saturday 7th September 7:30pm, Kewstoke Village Hall. Tickets £13, Under 16s £6, from Ann, 01934 627709, members, or buytickets.at/ annclewlowsvocalisechoirs
Refreshments, British Heart Foundation raffle. Don’t delay - all concerts since lockdown have been sell-outs!
Do you like to sing? Come and join us!
We welcome you to come along to our open
evening Tuesday 10th September 7:30pm10:00pm. We are a friendly ladies, four part a cappella chorus. Meeting on a Tuesday evening 7:30 - 10pm at Winterstoke Hundred Academy, BS24 8EE. Singing traditional to modern for fun with the opportunity to perform and compete. Check out our website for more info www.wavesofharmony.co.uk to see what we are all about! Or call Sue 01934 642806 or Stephen 07889 015681
Cup of Tea and Chat at St Mark’s Church
From 2:30pm until 4:00pm every Tuesday afternoon in term time why not join us at St Mark’s Church for tea or coffee served in china cups, and cake. It’s a place to meet your friends and get new friends. Always a warm welcome from Gill and Denise.
It starts up again on 10th September. We’d love to meet you.
What is Weston-super-Mare u3a doing in September?
On Friday 13th September, the monthly lecture will
be on the topic of Lundy Island, one of the islands in the Severn estuary. Given by Andre Coutanche, it will describe the bird sanctuary and numerous features there, which makes it worth a visit. Doors open at 1:50pm with £2 admission. All welcome.
Weston-super-Mare u3a has been here since 1994, providing activities for those no longer in full time employment. We are celebrating our 30th anniversary on Friday 27th September at the Royal Hotel from 2:00pm - 4:30pm. All members are welcome.
Has someone died? Carrying the pain of grief is hard
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 17th September 2024. 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-2024/
Next meeting Wednesday 18th September - Macular Society local group
The local Weston-superMare Macular Society Group meet on the 3rd Wednesday of the month 10:30am to 12:30pm at St Peter’s Church Hall, Baytree Road, Weston-super-Mare BS22 8HG. The group is for anyone affected by central vision loss, AMD wet or dry. Come to share experiences with others and swap tips.
We have presentations on a variety of topics including useful appliances, helpful organisations and local interest such as RNIB and Cleaner Coastlines Weston and North Somerset. Cost £3 including refreshments. Friends and carers welcome.
More information contact Jo 07947 373 244
FUCHSIA Cancer Support Group
Annual Macmillan Coffee Morning
The FUCHSIA Cancer Support Group are holding their annual Macmillan Coffee Morning on Thursday 19th September at the Nightjar Pub in Mead Vale, 10:00am - 12 noon.
Plenty of cakes will be on offer with all donations going to Macmillan Cancer Support. Anybody is welcome.
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. They have been supporting members since 2010. For more information email Julie: hello@fuchsia.org.uk
Kewstoke film Club will start soon: 20th September
Kewstoke Film Club will start 20th September, 7:00pm - 10:00pm at the Church Hall, Kewstoke
Road, BS22 6PE and will screen an eclectic number of films - different genres and decadeswith some relevance to the world we live in, once a month.
There will be no strict charge, but donations will be encouraged - £2 per person which will include tea or coffee. The first evening will include a glass of Prosecco and popcorn.
For further details contact Annie and Jonete Email: overtones103@gmail.com
Flower Arranging Demonstration
Monday 23rd September, 2:00pm for 2:30pm start at St George’s Community Centre BS22 7XF. Entry £7, Tea/ Coffee and Biscuits £1. Raffle Tickets to win an arrangement £1 a strip.
Do you love flowers? Come along and be inspired to try flower arranging by watching our demonstrator produce lots of different designs and have a chance to win one in the raffle.
All welcome.
For more details Tel: 01934 622152
Back to School Cooking Tips from OvenGleamers – your local premium oven cleaning company
1. Batch Cook – once a week prepare all the week’s meals in one monster cookathon. Use a theme to help you:
a: Roast chicken can become chicken curry, chicken & sweetcorn topped jacket potatoes and chicken stir-fry.
b: Use mince for spaghetti bolognaise, lasagne and tacos.
c: Roasted vegetables make great fajitas, veggie pasta and vegetable curry.
2. Freeze sandwiches ahead for packed lunches – avoid soggy contents & salad – add these as extras on the day. Great fillings include Ham and cheese, Turkey, cranberry & brie, Tuna & sweetcorn (go light on the mayo) and Chicken & cream cheese.
3. Up your 5-a-day: Add fruit/vegetables to every meal: bananas at breakfast, grapes & apples / carrot sticks & cherry tomatoes in lunchboxes and side salad / fresh fruit salads with dinner.
4. Keep on top of looking after your cooking appliances by having a regular professional oven clean every few months. In between cleans use oven liners to catch spills or use them as non-stick liners in your roasting tins and on your baking trays (saves loads of time on the washing up)
5. De-grease the BBQ before you put it away for the winter – ensure all racks and surfaces are fully clean to avoid mould build-up over the storage period.
For all your back-to-school oven cleaning call Graham Rogers at OvenGleamers on 01934 440032
It’s a win-win with Browns
As the new term commences and the summer gives way to Autumn, we are looking forward to a new season. We have a new website launching, and a new van with a great new design on it.
We know from your comments you often see our red vans bombing around Weston and further afield too. So, we want to give you the opportunity to watch out for our new van and have the chance of winning a £30.00 Amazon voucher. All you need to do is take a photo of the new van when you see it (as long as it’s safe for you to do so) and post a pic and comment where you saw us on our Facebook page. The winner will be selected randomly on Monday September 30th, 2024. Remember the more snaps the greater chance of winning.
And as the new term begins, remember we are here with our 5-star service, to help with all your domestic appliance needs, whether it be a new machine or a repair to an old one. And with a new website you can easily access all our information. However, we do realise that many of our customers really enjoy the personal touch and so we are always available on the end of the phone, and if we are busy then leave a message and we will call you back.
Happy Fall Y’all! Heres a little quote to help you on your way.
“ A fallen leaf is nothing more than a summer’s wave goodbye “ – author unknown.
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Charity Quiz And Curry Night
New Beginnings 4U is a local charity that supports offenders both in prison and on their release into the community. We are holding a QUIZ AND CURRY NIGHT on Saturday 28th September from 6:30pm. The venue is MILTON BAPTIST CHURCH, BAYTREE ROAD, BS22 8HJ. £5.00 per person which includes a choice of 3 curries. For tickets contact Su Weeks at sweeks313@gmail.com. All proceeds to the charity.
Go BLUE to support Weston Hospicecare with Blue For You!
Blue For You is a fundraising initiative supporting Weston Hospicecare. You can get involved in the community, at work or at school, by going BLUE for our local hospice between 7th - 13th October. Why not hold a blue-themed party and collect donations for Weston Hospicecare? For blue-related inspiration, use the QR code and visit our website to get your free fundraising pack. You’ll find posters to advertise your event, a fun set of blue photo props & an all-blue quiz! You can contact Fundraising & Development Officer, Abi, via email: abigail.smart@westonhospicecare.org.uk
Weston Rotary Christmas Charities Fayre – Saturday 9th November
This annual event organised by Weston Rotary to provide smaller local Charities and Voluntary Organisations with a platform to showcase their group, is setting up stalls in the Sovereign Centre, between 10:00am and 4:00pm. Spaces will be reserved on a first come first served basis. To include your Charity or Organisation email your details to secretary@wsmrotary.uk which will enable us to provide you with more information as soon as it is confirmed. With your support, we hope to make the occasion an even bigger and more exciting experience than ever before.
1st Ashcombe (W-s-M) Scout Group spaces across our 3 sections
Try new activities, grow in confidence, develop new skills for live and join the Adventure. We have some places available in September for boys and girls Monday and Wednesday evenings in the Ashcombe area We offer term time weekly meetings for Beavers (ages 6-8 years), Cubs (810.5 years) and Scouts 10.5-14 (years) adn extra occasional weekend camps and days out. For further info contact info1stashcombescout@ gmail.com or text 07766 482850.
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Happy Balance…
Supporting your busy life
We are passionate about re-cycling, re-housing and re-using items, working with many local charities we distribute your unwanted items on your behalf. We always offer a FREE 1hour consultation to introduce ourselves and to discuss how we can help you.
Our clients know that allocating time to work alongside Happy Balance provides the impetus they need to make a start. Through experience we understand the importance of working with you at your pace, listening to you and helping you put into action what you want to achieve.
These are all scenarios from clients we have worked with:
• ‘I don’t want to leave it for the kids to sort’ – Feeling mindful that you need to get your home in order? You don’t want the family having to sort through everything when you are gone? We will work with you to streamline your home, recycle unwanted items and organise belongings you may wish to distribute to family and friends
• My partner/parent has died – You’re not only dealing with grief but also thinking about how you clear the house? We are NOT house clearance. We work with you sensitively, practically and confidentially to organise their affairs and clear the house for sale or other
• I am embarrassed – It’s all got on top of me and I just feel overwhelmed – Are you buying too many items, storing them away and feeling like you may be hoarding? Claire and SJ are non judgemental and through experience can help you declutter and regain control
• I’m moving and need to downsize – I can’t physically or emotionally cope with my move and I need help. We are hands-on in preparing your belongings ensuring that when your removal firm comes to move you that you have already sorted through, de-cluttered and made sure all your items, big and small will fit into your new home giving you peace of mind.
• ‘Our family space isn’t working for us’ –Who can help us? Happy Balance will give you guidance, ideas and hands on support to make the changes to make your home a living space and not a storage space
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.
Tuesday Retirement
Group.
First Tuesday In The Month, 10:30am12:00pm
1st Uphill Scouts Hall, Windwhistle Lane, Westonsuper-Mare BS23 4PE.
Seventeen members spent a lovely day in June on the river Avon sailing up the Gorge, weather was perfect.
Anyone can join our group so come along to see what’s on offer. There’s an annual fee which starts 1st April, is pro rata depending on time of year you join.
The Weston Ukulele band entertained us in July, everyone joined in with their music really good. We also have homemade cakes tea/coffee/ squash and raffle too.
Why not give us a try.
Cadbury Wind Band Based in Yatton
Bored on Tuesday Evenings. Consider coming to Cadbury wind band. Tuesdays 7:15pm to 9:15pm during school term times. Room 2 in Yatton Methodist Church, 89 High St, Yatton.
We are a wind band so Flutes, Clarinets, Oboes, Saxophones and basses string/electric or wind. We play a mix of music from pop, film, jazz and classical. Give us a try.
Phone: Michael on 01275 792300 (Leave a message if no answer).
email: Secretary@cadburywindband.org.uk
Facebook look for Cadbury Wind Band Web Page www.cadburywindband.org.uk
Best contact us first just in case we are out.
Worle Lions Club
Lions are ordinary people who are dedicated to the welfare of those in the local community and give their time freely to help others. We would be happy to assist at charitable events in the Worle
area. Why not meet us on a Wednesday morning, we alternate a Knit and Knatter in the Lamb Inn at 11:00am (and would also be glad to use unwanted knitting items) with a local Litter Pick at different locations in Worle at 10:00am. Or join us at our monthly Pub Quiz at the Windsor Castle, Upper Bristol Road, WSM, BS22 8DP on the first Sunday of the month at 7:45pm.
Please call 0345 833 9862 or text 07796 270721 for more details.
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.
Are you interested in gardening?
Weston Horticultural Society is actively seeking new members. Designed 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
Woodturning in Weston. Interested? Then read on…
We are are Weston Woodturning Circle and we meet every third Thursday at the Football Club in Winterstoke Road BS24 9AA from 7:00pm until 9:30pm. We are a very friendly club and welcome all new and experienced woodturners to join our group. In September we have a demonstration by Peter Ravenscroft which we are looking forward to.
Our club offers all new members 3 free lessons with experience club members, as well as the free use of some equipment. So why not give it a try?
Tired All the Time?
Do you spring out of bed at 7am, ready to face the day? Or do you wake up feeling tired and drained?
GPs are reporting that more and more patients complain of having no energy. So much so, that the syndrome has its own acronym –TATT, or ‘tired all the time.’
TATT is common, but that doesn’t mean you should ignore it.
There are many different causes of fatigue, and it’s always a good idea to start by speaking to your GP or practice nurse.
Overwhelming exhaustion, which gets worse with activity and does not improve with rest, might be an indicator of myalgic encephalopathy (ME) or chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). A cure has not yet been found, but there are treatments and self-help measures that can ease the symptoms. A GP can also rule out conditions such as anaemia, thyroid problems, food intolerances or diabetes.
Many cases of TATT are due mental health issues such as depression or anxiety. Traumatic life events, stress and money worries can also cause fatigue. In this case talking therapy can help and your doctor might refer you for counselling. In the meantime, there are lifestyle changes which can help.
Sleep – Make sure you are getting enough good quality sleep. Try to keep to the same earlier bedtime for a few weeks and see if this helps. Sometimes an eye mask and or earplugs are all that’s needed to improve sleep quality.
Reduce stress – Build relaxation into your daily schedule. This might be a bath, or listening to music, or even yoga or meditation.
Diet - Try eating small healthy snacks throughout the day, rather than one large meal in the evening. Reduce alcohol and caffeine, and drink more water.
Finally, you may not feel like it, but exercising is another proven way to fight fatigue. Even a quick 15-minute walk around the block will give you an energy boost.
By Louise Addison
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Why should I visit a Private Audiologist?
Hello to our dear friends from Claire, Emma, Sam, Toby and of course, Charlie the dog at Meadows & Wood Hearing Care.
Hearing loss is a common but often underestimated condition that can significantly impact our lives. From strained communication and social isolation to cognitive decline, the consequences of untreated hearing loss are far-reaching. In this month’s newsletter, we’ll explore why choosing a private audiologist is a massive step towards maintaining your hearing health.
Advantages of Choosing a Private Audiologist:
Prompt Appointments: Access care without the long wait. Quick access to audiological services is essential because early detection of hearing issues leads to better outcomes. Whether it’s sudden hearing loss, tinnitus, or other auditory concerns, timely appointments allow healthcare professionals to assess, diagnose, and initiate treatment promptly. This can prevent complications and enhance the effectiveness of hearing care.
Personalised Care: Enjoy bespoke services tailored to your specific hearing needs. By understanding each person’s unique requirements, hearing professionals can develop personal treatment plans, recommend hearing aids, and provide support that aligns with your lifestyle and goals.
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Comprehensive Services: We offer a full range of hearing care services, from initial hearing tests and regular check-ups to device adjustments and aftercare. We also offer earwax removal and tinnitus treatment, all under one roof.
If you or a loved one are displaying signs of hearing loss, we are here for you. Meadows & Wood is North Somerset’s only full time and independent hearing and tinnitus treatment clinic with various locations in North Somerset. Contact details are below.
Get ready the next release of Windows 11 and Apple OS
We are expecting a new release of Windows 11 in the next few weeks. Named 24H2 (meaning the second half of 2024) this release is set to bring new features and background improvements.
Here are some of the expected new features:
1. HDR Background Support: Enjoy richer colours and better contrast with HDR backgrounds.
2. Energy Saver: Reduce power consumption to extend battery life or save energy on desktops.
3. Sudo for Windows: Execute elevated tasks with administrative privileges.
4. Wi-Fi 7 and QR Codes: Connect faster with Wi-Fi 7 support and easily share network passwords using QR codes.
5. Voice Clarity: Improved audio quality for better communication.
6. Windows Protected Print Mode: Enhanced security for printing.
Apple will also be updating their computers to the latest release called “Sequoia” which should be released mid to late September. Also compatible iPhones and iPads can be updated to iOS 18.
For those of you with Windows 10, it is now more important than ever to think about upgrading to Windows 11. Since Windows 11 was released in 2021, Microsoft has given its full attention to give you the most secure and reliable experience with regular updates keeping things working well. For those of you that are daunted about upgrading, we offer an on-site service to either upgrade your existing computer or make the transition to new equipment as easy as possible. We also offer yearly service visits, so an experienced technician will make sure that everything is running as it should be for the next 12 months, as often, things have been overlooked that could turn into a big problem. Feel free to get in touch to discuss…
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Coffee and Cake at Worle Community Centre, Lawrence Road, Worle
The Coffee morning is open from 9:00am till 12 noon every Friday. We have tea/hot chocolate available too, plus toasted tea cakes. I don’t believe you can get drink and tea cake anywhere else in Worle for £2.
The Rainbow Singers
Have you thought about singing in a choir? The Rainbow Singers are a lovely group of people who sing on a Friday morning in St. Peters Church Hall from 10:15am - 11:45am. All are welcome. We mainly sing songs from the shows and the old classic pops.
Feel free to come and join us and try us out. Singing has great health benefits.
For more information call Claire 07702699909 or email Rainbowsingers04@gmail.com
Free play sessions every Saturday, everyone welcome!
ParkPlay is free community play, every Saturday, for everyone. Make friends, have fun, get moving!
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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/
Do you enjoy writing for fun?
Then do join our group of amateur writers. With an agreed theme we bring our own creative writing in all its forms to each meeting to read and discuss. We are a small friendly group with the aim of encouraging each other in exploring the exciting world of fiction. We meet on the first Saturday of each month from 10:00am to noon at the Worle Community Centre, Lawrence Road, Worle. Interested? Then call Carol on 01934 513210 or Alan on 01934 512520 or message ajrb.timeout@gmail.com
WMUK MOBILITY
30 to 60 minute Health Walks are available in Churchill and Cheddar, Clevedon, Long Ashton, Nailsea, Portishead, Weston-super-Mare, Winscombe, Worle and Yatton.
No need to book, just come along!
Please see our website for the dates, times and meeting places: www.betterhealthns.co.uk/get-active/walking/
Or contact us at: getactive@n-somerset.gov.uk / 01275 882 730
Why not try - Weston 50/60+
Social Singles Group!
We are a lively volunteer led mixed group of older singles who meet weekly at an informal ‘Bar Night’ and enjoy meals, music, dancing, sports, trips, theatre and other fun events arranged by our members!
Solutions
If you are an older single living in the Weston, Worle or surrounding area and looking to make new friends why not contact us and come along for a week or two and then consider joining us regularly?
For more information call or text Margaret on 07887 883251 or Rob on 07899 755457
If You Think You Have A Problem With Alcohol
Then call us on 0800 917 7650, this is a free number or email: help@aamail.org.
We have support groups in North Somerset/ Sedgemoor area 7 days a week.
All inquiries are treated in the strictest confidence.
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