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From the editor Welcome to the January edition of LocalReach. Another year has gone by and 2015 has started in earnest. There is a meeting planned early this month to discuss and plan the events of 2015. Local groups are encouraged to be involved and attend the meeting being organised by Ian Jefferies, Tourism Manager. With the New Year starting, now may be the time to consider a new hobby, from singing and dancing, to volunteering. Start by looking in this month’s edition of LocalReach. If you are a group or society and would like to promote your events please email us in good time for the next edition.

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Events Planning A joint meeting is planned for those involved in putting on events in Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge in 2015. It is going to be held at the Town Council offices on Jaycroft Road on Monday 5th January at 7pm. The meeting is been organised and hosted by the Burnham Town Centre and Burnham Tourism Managers. Town Centre Manager, Beverley Milner Simonds said, "With the new events area in the town centre and some different ways for groups and organisations to get their messages out, we thought it was important to bring people together to share information. The Town Council wants to increase the quality and quantity of the events that are held in Burnhamon-Sea and Highbridge." Tourism Manager, Ian Jefferies continued, "I got all the event managers and groups considering holding events in together last year and it worked really well when people provided their planned dates. We avoided clashes and also events shared resources like stewards, gazebos etc. The online diary allows visitors and locals to plan their days out and we want to get as many events in there for 2015 as possible. With Beverley now in position and the works being carried out within our town centre, many more opportunities will arise to build on the events list." To register your interest in attending please email bostowncentremanager@gmail.com or call Ian on 07724 995631.

Fritzlar Twinning The Fritzlar Twinning January meeting will take place on Wednesday 21st in St. John’s Church Hall, Highbridge, between 2pm and 4pm. There will be a speaker on Credit Unions at the meeting and as usual all are welcome to attend. During the meeting there will be light refreshments available. We shall also be booking our coach trip to Fritzlar for their 25th Anniversary Celebrations from 22nd – 30th August, including overnight stays on the outward and homeward journeys and two nights in Cologne. For details please contact the organiser on 01278 782902).

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Burnham & Highbridge Philatelic Society We meet every third Tuesday in the Month (except August) at the Burnham Community Centre. We are the second oldest Society in the region, founded in 1967. The oldest one which is based in Wells was founded in 1965. We meet at 7.20pm for 7.30pm. There is adequate free car parking. Members pay £4 per year or £3 if paid up by January. Boxes of stamps are circulated for purchasing. This year there will be talks on Nederland, Cricketers, Austria, Ukraine & W-S-M & Bridgwater Mail. Visitors are welcome at all meetings. Alan Batten Hon. Sec. B&HPS.

The BD Jazz Club The BD Jazz Club is the local Burnham area Traditional/New Orleans Jazz Club. The Club usually meets on the last Friday of every month for regular club sessions at Laburnum House Lodge Hotel in Sloway Lane, West Huntspill, which is situated a short distance down the A38 from Highbridge. Turn right opposite the Crossways Inn into Church Road and follow the signs. On Friday January 30th The new years programme starts with a band new to the club, The Darktown Strutters. The venue is at our usual BD Jazz Club at Laburnum House Hotel; playing times are from 8pm to 11pm, admission £6. Find the full programme of events on the BD Jazz Club page of www.newsocietyjazz.co.uk. For further information please contact Bob on 01278 794709 or Diane on 01278 788070. We look forward to seeing you at one of our future regular club sessions or additional special events. BD Jazz Club is a non-profit making organisation that aims to preserve and promote New Orleans/Traditional Jazz.

Burnham Camera Club The Camera Club meet on Tuesdays at the Bay Centre between 7pm and 9pm. New members are always welcome and the annual membership is £7.50 per year and a weekly subs rate of £2.50.

There is a varied programme of talks, with technical help and competitions.

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Rotary and Inner Wheel Fashion Show and Sale Followers of ladies’ fashions will have the chance to view and buy at a charity Fashion Show to be held on Thursday 5th February, by the Rotary and Inner Wheel Clubs of Burnham-on-Sea. The event, which has been popular for several years, will take place at The King Alfred School, Burnham Road TA9 3EE. B Block will be the scene of high fashion, starting at 7.30pm. S & D Fashion Show will be presenting a range of clothing in all sizes from High Street brands such as M&S, Next, Per Una, Wallis and BHS, and payment can be made by cash or card. Doors open at 7pm for a prompt start at 7.30pm, and licensed refreshments will be available for purchase. There will also be a raffle.

Tickets priced at £5 each can be obtained in advance from Material Needs in High Street, Inner Wheel President Janet Tancock on 01278 786814 or at the door.

Sedgemoor Ramblers January is well-known for making a New Year’s resolution! This usually means giving up something we enjoy; alternatively you could take up a healthy and enjoyable activity and try walking with Sedgemoor Ramblers. One of the highlights in January will be a leisurely walk ‘Exploring Steart Marsh’ on Sunday 18th January; an opportunity to spot egrets, curlew, heron and deer. Our winter programme is now available from Tourist Information Offices and on our website www. sedgemoorramblers.co.uk. Our main walking day is Sunday but we have popular monthly shorter walks on Saturdays throughout the winter months. Throughout the spring and summer we also have weekly short evening walks, usually with an optional pub meal afterwards. Sedgemoor Ramblers is a local group within Ramblers. New walkers are invited to walk a few times with the group before becoming a member. We are a friendly and sociable group who share a love of the outdoors and we would be pleased to hear from you. For more details visit our website, find us on Facebook or speak to a human; Tina on 01278 783560 or Alan on01278 773730, who will be happy to send you a programme and answer any queries.

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Primary Spaces East Brent C of E First School given funding boost to improve outdoor sports facilities East Brent C of E First School is set for a major boost after it was successful in gaining just under £30,000 to develop new outdoor sports facilities at its site. The funding is part of Sport England’s £18m National Lottery funded Primary School Facilities Fund which is helping more schools to provide outdoor multi-activity play areas across the country.

The investment is designed to support those schools which are in greatest need of facility improvements and will benefit both pupils at the school and the local community. At East Brent C of E First School the new investment will go towards completely updating and re-vamping our current playground. Ms Hare, Headteacher said, “We are absolutely thrilled that the children will have this superb new space to play in. The softer ball rebound playground surface with activity markings, enclosures and hoops and goals will revolutionise play times for our children.” Nick Bitel, Sport England Chair, said, “Having the right space to play sport and be physically active as a child is vitally important. We are delighted to be investing this funding in East Brent C of E First School to improve the spaces that will give children the space to start enjoying PE and sport.” Sebastian Coe, CH KBE, the Prime Minister’s Olympic and Paralympic Legacy Ambassador, added, “A positive first experience of PE and sport at primary school is crucial to encouraging young people to be active throughout their lives, but for those schools with little or no outside space this can be extremely challenging to deliver. This funding will provide better outdoor multi-activity play areas at East Brent C of E First School that can be used both within the curriculum and outside school hours by local communities.

I am convinced this will boost the opportunities for young people to be physically active.” This fund builds on and complements the Government’s £150 million a year Primary PE and Sport Premium.

The fund will provide outdoor multi-activity areas which can be used both within the curriculum and out of school hours. As well as providing sports facilities, staff and volunteers will receive information on how best to use the new facility. The fund aims to help schools make good use of relatively small spaces and provide facilities which are low cost but provide a degree of enclosure, colour and innovation that will: • Inspire physical activity and participation by children • Enable and encourage healthy activity • Develop the foundations of a sporting habit for life through a great start in PE and sport.

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New Year – New Beginnings A new year is a good time to start something new and interesting.

Have you ever been a Brownie, Guide, Ranger or Leader in the Guide Movement? If you have, would you like to be a member of the Trefoil Guild? Even if you haven’t been in the Guide Movement before, you will be made very welcome if you would like to join us. The Trefoil Guild offers its members opportunities to meet with friends, make new ones, develop new interests, tackle new challenges, enjoy outings and sometimes holidays together.

It also provides fun, friendship and activities for its members, as well as support for the Guiding Movement and the local community. Does this sound interesting to you? Then why not come along to St. Andrew’s Church hall on the second Tuesday of each month, from 2pm to 4pm. We are a very friendly group of ladies and you will be made more than welcome. Do pop in sometime for a ‘taster’ afternoon. For any more information please contact June Garton on 01278 794638.

Valentine Barn Dance The Highbridge Community Hall Trust presents a ‘Valentine Barn Dance’. Tickets are £5 and are available from David Napper on 01278 792371 or on the door. Refreshments will again comprise of an American Buffet, bring your own food and share – bring your own drinks too! For more details contact Fay and Ken Burston on 01278 782529.

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GARDENING JOBS FOR JANUARY Make sure all your planning for this year has been done, including purchasing new seeds and composts for the sowing and planting ahead.

Only work on the garden outdoors when the soil is not too wet or frozen.

New trees and shrubs can be planted if conditions are right. If soil conditions are not suitable, any new plants can be heeled into a shallow trench and covered with soil. Ideally this should be in a sheltered part of the garden.

The plants can stay this way for several weeks if necessary until conditions improve.

Any forced spring bulbs in pots can be brought into the home, but try and keep them cool for a couple of weeks.

Seed potatoes will be available this month. Stand them upright in trays or egg boxes with the rose

end of the potato uppermost and the tiny stalk downwards. Place them in a light, frost free place.

Only sow seeds indoors if you can provide steady heat for the resulting seedlings to grow on. If you have no heat, wait until later before sowing inside.

Light levels outside will hopefully improve towards the end of the month. That should cheer us up!

If you fancy having a go at forcing some early rhubarb, mulch it with some manure and cover the plant with a large lightproof container. The resulting pink sticks of rhubarb could be ready in about six weeks.

Consider warming up some soil outside for early sowing or planting later on. Cover the soil with some plastic sheeting, garden fleece or cloches.

FOR MORE TIPS, WHY NOT JOIN YOUR LOCAL GARDENING GROUP? The Burnham and District Horticultural Society meets at 7.30pm on the third Monday of each month (except December) at the Community Centre, Berrow Road. On Monday 19th January, George Always will be speaking on Primroses and Polyanthus. All welcome. Members of the Society free, visitors ÂŁ1.

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Bubbling Springs Tai Chi and Qigong Fancy something new for 2015? Why not join our weekly Tai Chi class? Tuesday 11.30am, St. Andrew’s Church Hall, Burnham-on-Sea. Tai Chi is a great all-round exercise, improving both health and fitness. Suitable for all ages and abilities. If you are interested in an evening class then please let me know; if there is sufficient interest I will start one!

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Bucking the Trend at the Ritz!

Business at the The Ritz Social Club in Victoria Street, Burnham-on-Sea is ‘bucking the trend’ of many similar clubs and pubs across the country, as its membership has yet again increased and 2014 has proved to be its busiest for many years. The Ritz function room has been increasingly popular as a venue for receptions and parties, plus the club has hosted a regular diary of live performers on the Ritz stage. The Burnham-on-Sea Beer Festival and Cider Festival also drew record crowds.

Committee member Mike Barsby says, “One of the reasons for the success of our live entertainment is the ability of visitors to reserve tables for most functions in advance, and enjoy singers and performers in comfort, also we have seen a marked increase in customers attending traditional events such as our regular Wednesday & Sunday Bingo, and our skittle alley is in use by local teams most nights of the week. We are committed to continually improve facilities for members and visitors and next on the list is refurbishing the front entrance and signage.” The Club is the long-established venue for the Ritz Acoustic Club, which meets every Thursday night. Looking ahead….. a full programme of entertainment for this year includes some of the best tribute acts, plus comedy nights and special events such as a James Bond Casino evening. Tickets for their fifth annual New Year’s Eve big Night Out’ (always a sell-out) are available now. More info can be found at ritzclubburnham. co.uk or call 01278 785365.

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We need you!

The Friends of Marine Cove, Friends of Apex Park and Sedgemoor District Council are busy organising this year’s calendar of events. Are you interested in being involved in active community projects and our two Green Flag award-winning parks? The Friends of Marine Cove and the Friends of Apex Park are always keen to hear from any individuals or groups interested in helping at one of our events, helping promote the gardens, undertaking gardening or environmental projects.

Jacqui Strong, Sedgemoor’s Marine Cove Community Gardener said, “It would be really great if our wonderful group of volunteers grew in 2015. The Friends of Marine Cove are a huge asset to the gardens and I really enjoy working with local residents to increase the number and quality of events we hold.”

If you would like more information about volunteering at Marine Cove or Apex Park or joining one of the friends groups please email community.services@sedgemoor.gov.uk or call Sedgemoor on 01278 436420.

Burnham District Pantomime Society (BDPS) BDPS hope you all had a very Merry Christmas and a rollicking New Year celebration; it’s not behind you yet ha ha. The pantomime The Adventures of SINBAD is on from the 23rd January until the 31st.

Tickets range from £7 for children, £9 for OAPs, £10 for adults, and £27 for a family (two adults and two children). The pantomime will be performed at the Princess Theatre and Art Centre; telephone 01278 784464 for tickets. It’s a great after-Christmas treat and a traditional family pantomime full of adventure, magic, music, colour, amazing costumes, where you can join in the fun and support Sinbad and shout at the villain - oh yes it is! So hurry and support your local pantomime society please. I would like to say a big thank you to all who have helped put this wonderful production on.

Particularly our director Lorna Blair and the Pantomime Team of cast and workers in all departments, everyone you are wonderful. So it’s Music, Lights, Action, let’s lift the curtain on The Adventures of Sinbad 2015.

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Getting on in Burnham When was the last time you did something for the first time? An exciting life is about experience and giving yourself challenges to move you out of your comfort or ability zone into positions where you can better yourself. Somerset Skills & Learning could be your catalyst. Franklin Roosevelt himself said, “To reach a port, we must sail—Sail, not tie at anchor.” So when was the last time you gave yourself a challenge? What goal in life do you have unfulfilled? There are several computing courses available to help you keep up with today’s technology. From using your digital camera and editing your photos, to learning how to buy and sell goods on eBay and using Windows 8 and more, the programme of computer skills is worth checking out.

If you are artistic or have always wanted to explore your creative side, you have plenty of opportunities in the new programme. You could join the ‘Acrylics for Beginners’ class, attend the ‘Steve Mahn Charcoal Portraits’ workshop or attend the ‘Drawing, Painting and Art Appreciation class’. The Burnham centre is a highly regarded centre of excellence for sugarcraft, and you have a choice of five different courses or workshops to choose from in the New Year. If you want to improve your health with a Pilates class, there is a programme of morning, afternoon or evening opportunities where you could improve yourself, meet like-minded people and enjoy yourself.

Are you looking for a new employment opportunity that improved English or maths skills, bookkeeping or a second language would help with? Somerset Skills & Learning may be able to help!

They might be able to get you on an apprenticeship to learn a trade. Apprenticeships are not just for school leavers! Many Somerset employers are looking for school leavers to train, or older people with some life skills to bring to their company. The Roman Stoic philosopher Seneca said, “Our plans miscarry because they have no aim. When a man does not know what harbour he is making for, no wind is the right wind.” Give yourself an aim and let Somerset Skills & Learning take you there. Drop into the centre in Princess Street and pick up an Adult Learning Guide or the 16 – 18 Prospectus to get more information on the Burnham courses starting in 2015, or go online to www.learnsomerset. co.uk and give yourself something new to do.

New Group Comes to Burnham Interested in being part of a large voluntary organisation with 100 years’ experience of developing resolutions and causes to fight for?

Meet new people in a relaxed setting, taking part in craft activities, reading groups, singing, drama ... anything that the new group decides on. Then consider coming to The Dunstan House on Tuesday 6th January at 7.30pm. The first two meetings are free for you to decide if you would like to become a member, and make suggestions about how the group will develop.

We are looking for women who enjoy being part of a group, maybe you are new to the area, have had a change in circumstances or just want to know about the Women’s Institute - all are welcome. In Burnham we already have the successful Tuesday afternoon group, but to make this accessible for those who may work or who cannot make the existing group – the first Tuesday evening in the month will open its doors for the first time in January. If you would like more in the first instance whilst the group establishes, contact Brenda Adams (President) on 01278 781771 or email her on adams2324@ aol.com or visit www.burnhamwi.btck.co.uk.

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Don’t be a noisy neighbour - noise equipment seized Over twenty items of separate equipment such as an electric guitar and amplifier, numerous speakers, a sub-woofer system and TVs have been seized from a flat in Bridgwater, by Sedgemoor District Council’s Environmental Health Team. Over the last five months there have been regular complaints about extremely loud levels of music coming from the flat. Environmental Health Officers described the levels of noise as being some of the loudest and most distressing to neighbours that they have ever heard. The occupant was warned on several occasions by Homes In Sedgemoor, who own the property, to keep noise to a reasonable level. All warnings were completely ignored causing great disturbance to others living in the building. An Abatement Notice was served on the person responsible and again this was ignored on a regular basis. After obtaining a warrant, the property was entered with the assistance of Avon and Somerset Police and all equipment capable of producing noise was seized. There will now be a prosecution for breach of a Noise Abatement Notice and the Council will seek a confiscation order to dispose of the seized equipment. This operation demonstrates Sedgemoor District Council’s willingness, where appropriate, to use its full range of enforcement powers to tackle this sort anti-social and nuisance behaviour which can seriously affect the quality of people’s lives.

Double Helpings of Food & Drink Festivals in 2015 The Burnham-on-Sea Food & Drink Festival will return in 2015 with two expanded and improved festivals. The Spring Festival will be on Saturday 23rd May (the late May Bank Holiday), and a Harvest Festival will have a spooky theme on Saturday 31st October. Both festivals will be free entry and held all day (9am to 4pm). There will be more stalls, more children's activities, the large outdoor market and more competitions - including the return of The Great Burnham Bake Off. With more space, organisers are keen to hear about any local producers that you are using that you think others would like to see and meet at the festivals. Let them know via the website www. burnhamonseafoodfestival.org, or bosfoodfest@gmail.com or by calling 01278 781620.

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I have written about this many times before but unfortunately our local area is being badly affected by various scams which seem very plausible. These can take various forms. Please tell your elderly friends and relatives as this age bracket seem more susceptible than others to the clever pitch that is given.

One very clever scam is to appear in search results. For example, one gentleman had a computer problem so decided to call Microsoft about this. He put the word Microsoft into his search engine and it returned many results, one of which he believed was Microsoft. He called the UK phone number and spoke to a very helpful gentleman who offered to “clean” his computer. In actual fact, he was not calling Microsoft but a bogus IT company in India. After paying this computer to be "cleaned" costing around £300 for a 5 year service plan, he realised that the computer was no better than prior to making the call, so he rang me. After visiting him and fixing the actual problem, I helped him make a claim with his credit card company to get the money back. He was convinced that he was calling Microsoft, but he wasn’t!

Another scam is the IT cold call. The phone rings and the caller explains that they are from “Windows” or “The Internet Security Team” or similar. They try to explain that your computer has a virus or problems and that they can fix for free. In actual fact they just want to get control of your computer and then they will try to charge you for the work. I have experienced people’s data being copied by these people and even the computer “locked” if the customer does not pay (after realising it is a scam).

If you have been affected by such an issue and would like help getting your computer back to how it should be, please call me on 07973 536299 or e-mail sales@e-cps.co.uk Neil Buzzard, Computer Problem Solutions Ltd.

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Chairman’s Charity Announced Chairman of Sedgemoor District Council, Councillor Peter Downing, has announced the name of the charity which will benefit from any civic fund-raising or donations – and he has chosen local charity BARB – Burnham Area Rescue Boat. Cllr Downing said, “I have long been aware of the reassuring presence and help that BARB gives the residents and visitors to Burnham-on-Sea and nearby coastal resorts, particularly during the summer season. The value of BARB is also felt more widely across Sedgemoor District, a good example being the tremendous response by BARB to last winter’s flooding which was invaluable to residents across the Somerset Levels and Moors. We at SDC are very grateful to them and all their volunteers and I should like to recognise their efforts and commitment with some practical encouragement.”

Burnham Bowling Club Happy New Year to all LocalReach readers, from Burnham Bowling Club. If you would like to take up indoor bowling or get to know the club in advance of the 2015 outdoor season, why not join the Burnham indoor section now? The Burnham Bowling Club in St. Andrew’s Road has existed for 109 years, although the indoor section for somewhat less. Many bowlers enjoy both the indoor and outdoor game, whilst some play just one or the other. This may be due to preference or alternative interests at other times of the year. Indoor bowling is available throughout the day and evening, most days, from early October until late March. If you are thinking of taking up a new hobby or just want to keep active, you will find bowling a friendly sport that could fulfil your needs. It is also a pleasant way of passing the cold winter months, that could speed up the advent of spring. For details of indoor membership, including coaching, contact June Bridges (781706). For information on outdoor bowling contact the Men's Secretary, Alan Lane (792508) or the Ladies' Secretary, Anne Richards (782890).

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The group meets at the Avenue Tennis Club, The Grove, Burnham-on-Sea, TA8 2PA. From 7am to 8:30am on Thursdays. You are more than welcome to attend the next meeting as a visitor which will not only be a great opportunity to network with some great local businesses but you will get all the facts and figures you need to make an informed decision as to whether being part of the group would be right for you or not.

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The W.I. in 2015 Welcome to the 100th anniversary of the WI! An exciting year ahead! I thought you would like to know some of the history of this organisation.

So here is a brief look at the first few years. It all started in 1915. During the First World War, it was formed to encourage countrywomen to get involved in growing and preserving food to help to increase the food supply. The first WI in Britain was formed under the banner of the Agricultural Organisation Society and was at Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch on Anglesey, North Wales on September 16th 1915, and the first WI in England was Singleton WI in Sussex - much easier to say! By the end of 1916, forty WIs had opened and by 1917, 137 WIs had been opened.

Due to the WI movement growing so fast, the Government handed the responsibility for opening WIs over to the Women's Section of the Board of Agriculture, Food Department. The annual subscription was two shillings - about £24 in today’s money. By the end of 1918 there were 199 WIs. The organisers were unable to keep up with the demand to form new WIs and so the first training school for WI County Organisers was held. The first AGM resolution was passed urging local authorities to take advantage of the government scheme for state-aided housing. A WI was formed at Sandringham with Queen Mary as President. The present Queen is the Honorary President, and the Queen Mother served as President of the Sandringham branch for a remarkable 65 years.

In 2015 there will be two WIs in Burnham to choose from - one in the afternoon, and a new evening group. The afternoon group meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month from 2pm in the Community Centre. If you want to know more about either of these groups then please contact Brenda on 01278 781771 or email her on adams2324@aol.com or go to our website at www.burnhamwi.btck.co.uk. The speaker for the afternoon meeting on 27th January is local author Andrew Cruickshank. All welcome.

Berrow Conservation Group Adventures on the Road - Tricky moments of wildlife rescue with ‘Secret World’ Secret World Wildlife Rescue is the only wildlife charity in the South West that operates a 24/7 rescue, rehabilitation and release service. Roger Lucken will give an illustrated talk about the work of the charity, focusing particularly on moments as an on-call driver, carrying out tricky and adventurous rescues involving everything from snakes to starlings, and owls to otters. Come along to find out how to get a swan off the motorway or an owl out of a chimney. There is a small charge of £2.50 for nonmembers, £1 for members. Light refreshments included. The talk will take place at Berrow Village Hall, start time 7.30pm on Tuesday 27th January.

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Road Smart: Scheme to reduce road casualties In just one year in Avon and Somerset, 452 people were killed or seriously injured on our roads. Around one third of these were young people aged 17 to 24. To help reduce this figure we have launched a free education course for drivers, and learner drivers, in the force area. Road Smart is available for all drivers, but we are especially keen to encourage young drivers to attend the session. The course has been specially created on behalf of Avon and Somerset Police. It aims to raise awareness of potential hazards on the roads and build on motorists’ existing driving knowledge and experience.

• 95% of all collisions are caused by human error.

• 1 in 5 new drivers will have a crash within their first six months of driving.

• Road crashes are the biggest single killer of young people in the UK. Some insurance companies will offer a discount to young drivers who have completed the workshop. The course is a one-off interactive session and will be held at venues across the force area. It is based on the successful training package that is used for driver awareness courses nationally. Supt Ian Smith said, “This is a fantastic opportunity to benefit from a free course that could be a life-saving opportunity. The training will be delivered by the TTC group, a professional road safety education provider. The national course this is based upon is widely hailed as excellent and thought-provoking and really does influence driver behaviour.” Police and Crime Commissioner Sue Mountstevens said, “I am delighted Avon and Somerset Police have designed a unique road safety package to further educate all road users, but particularly young drivers." Courses can be booked in advance. There are two versions, one for young drivers (aged 17 to 24) and one for other drivers.

If you are, or know of, a young driver who would like to join this course, or you are aged 25 or over and interested in attending, go to www.roadsmart.org for further details.

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Third Rotary Charity Swimarathon The fourth annual Swimarathon organised by the Rotary Club of Burnham-on-Sea will take place at Brean Splash on Sunday 8th February, starting at 10am. The Rotary Swimarathons have proved highly popular with local voluntary organisations and businesses raising substantial sums of money for their chosen charities. This year’s event will follow the lines of last year; medals and certificates will be presented to all participants. An entry fee of £25 will be payable to the Rotary Club for each team entered; all teams will retain the money they raise by sponsorship, and if they represent charitable organisations their charities will be able to claim Gift Aid where applicable. Standard sponsorship forms will be available from the Rotary Club for the use of participating teams.

Teams may consist of between two and eight swimmers and more than one team may be entered by any group or business. Teams will swim for a maximum of 50 minutes – this is not a competition; swimmers can be sponsored by the length or at a flat rate.

Several organisations have already entered teams and more will be welcome. The names of swimmers need to be submitted by Saturday 31st January to the organiser, President Elect Ashley Edwards on 01278 794304 or by email: info@ashleyedwards.co.uk, who will also supply any further information needed and will welcome offers of sponsorship.

Burnham Camera Club The Camera Club meet on Tuesdays at the Bay Centre between 7pm and 9pm. New members are always welcome and the annual membership is £7.50 per year and a weekly subs rate of £2.50.

There is a varied programme of talks, with technical help and competitions.

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The steadfast love of The Lord never ceases…

His mercies never come to an end… They are new every morning… Lamentations 3:22-23 I have to confess that January isn’t my favourite month. The days are short and often overcast, and the nights long and cold. Nevertheless, here we are in January, the first month of the year, named after the Mythical Roman God Janus, who was depicted as a man facing two directions, backwards and forwards, at once. The Romans believed that Janus was the God of gates and doorways, and so there is a logic in naming the first month of the new year after him, because each December 31st at midnight we stand in the gateway of a new beginning. We often take the opportunity, both as a society and as individuals, to review, at the same time, the events and circumstances of the past year. It’s a moment that can produce a wide ranging assortment of emotions, depending on the events both personal and global, of the previous year. The transition between 11.59 and 12.00 midnight is of course, just a tick of the clock, a moment in time. Yet at New Year this moment of time is a liminal moment that separates the old from the new, bringing along with it a myriad of challenges and opportunities. We can approach this time with wonderment for the future or stand fearfully at the threshold of the as yet unknown. In the present global political climate, with the threat of terrorism, disease and economic collapse ever placed before us in much of what we read and see on TV, it can feel like a frightening spectre; a challenge just to get by.

Yet a New Year can also present new opportunities, which of course accounts for the copious resolutions made by so many. The Christian belief and hope is in a God who is always making things and opportunities anew. The God whose love is steadfast and overflowing, in mercy and grace, who hands us each new moment as an opportunity to begin again. We may not always keep our New Year resolutions to the letter beyond January 2nd…3rd…30th…etc, but we can nevertheless recognise that each morning is a God-given, fresh opportunity to begin again. Right here, right now, each one of us. So may I wish you God’s richest blessings for 2015.

Rev Sharon Eldergill – Curate, St. Andrew’s Burnham.

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Healthy projects wanted! £7,000 is up for grabs from Sedgemoor District Council, for groups to spend on health focussed projects. Community groups, registered charities, after-school clubs, leisure centres, housing providers, activity clubs, children’s centres, offices and businesses are all being encouraged to come up with their own project ideas, based on local health and wellbeing needs, and then bid for up to £2,000 to carry the project through. The projects must be based around one or more of the following themes: physical activity and exercise, healthy eating, cooking and growing or weight management. Funding could be used to pump prime new activity classes, help set up programmes supporting weight loss, teaching healthier ways of cooking or how to grow your own produce, as well as education on the benefits of leading healthier lifestyles. Previous successful projects have included the setup of ASA Swimfit sessions in three swimming pools within Sedgemoor, a rural weight management programme, after school cooking clubs, a healthy weight and fitness project in three Sedgemoor primary schools, community food growing and cooking workshops with young people, as well as a series of history themed town walks. Applications can be made from Tuesday, 2nd December and the closing date is Monday 2nd February 2015. If you have any questions about the Community Health Fund please contact Lianne Clarke (Health Promotion Officer) via community. services@sedgemoor.gov.uk or 01278 435715. You can apply by visiting www.sedgemoor.gov.uk/ healthylifestyles, where application forms and criteria are available for download, or call 01278 436420 for postal or email copies of the forms.

Civil Service Retirement Fellowship All members are requested to meet at the Crossways Inn, West Huntspill at 12.30pm on Tuesday 27th January. A celebratory meal will be followed by the Annual General Meeting. It is important that all members attend to discuss future events for the Burnham and Highbridge Group.

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Could you help the Citizens of Sedgemoor?

Every year Sedgemoor Citizens’ Advice Bureau helps about 5,000 people who are experiencing problems in their lives. These problems may be about debt, employment, relationships, benefits, housing, consumer matters, utilities or a combination of these, or other, issues. The need for the Bureau’s services continues to grow year on year and the present economic austerity has produced a sharp increase in demand. Often, but not always, our clients are people who find dealing with officialdom and documentation a challenge and need help to resolve issues and negotiate with large organisations. The Bureau’s headquarters are in Bridgwater and there are outreaches in Highbridge, Burnham, Cheddar, Cannington, Nether Stowey and North Petherton.

Most advice is given by a team of volunteer advisers. Without the generous and public-spirited commitment of those volunteers, many of our fellow citizens would find life a greater struggle.

Because the demand for the Bureau’s services has increased, we want to recruit more volunteer advisers. Would you consider joining our team? You don’t need any special skills or knowledge, just a keen interest in other people and desire to help those with problems. There is a comprehensive training programme and plenty of support. Volunteers generally commit one day a week, although our rota has some flexibility. If you are considering becoming an adviser, why not talk informally to Elaine Williams in the first instance on 01278 459009. You are assured of a warm welcome.

New Year – New Hobby Mudlarks Community Choir wishes you a Happy New Year and invites you to join them in 2015 for musical fun in sweet harmony. A friendly, welcoming group, we seek people who love to sing.

No age limit, from 7 to 77 (and beyond). No need to read music or auditions to face. Visit www. mudlarkschoir.co.uk or telephone 012783176 and have a chat with Peter Olsen. New Term starts Monday 12th January, 7pm in the Catholic Church Hall, Highbridge Road, Burnham-on-Sea. First "Taster" session is free - what have you got to lose?

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Monthly Quiz and Highbridge Social Club Come and exercise the little grey cells at the Highbridge Charity Quiz. This is a monthly quiz at the Highbridge Social Club, Church Street, to support local charities. Teams can be up to five people there is always a team you can join if you come by yourself - and it's ÂŁ2 per person. This month, on Thursday 15th January, the proceeds go to the King Alfred Concert Band, a local community band with players of all ages. Please note new start time of 7.30pm. If you need more encouragement, ring me on 01278 7841847.

Snappy Festive Gifts for Loved Ones We all struggle sometimes to find that extra special gift for our loved ones each Christmas, so this year why not really treat them to something completely different? Secret World are offering budding photographers and wildlife enthusiasts the unique opportunity of spending the day amongst British wildlife. Wildlife encounters and photography days are just two of the new incentives available to purchase which make ideal gifts for Christmas. The photography days being held next year will give participants access to wildlife cared for at the centre. Foxes, harvest mice, birds of prey and hedgehogs are amongst the many animals that may be available for the photography days. Wildlife researcher and award-winning photographer and national geographic explorer Victoria Hillman, will be giving tuition on how to make the most of your camera and capturing that all-important shot! You can follow Victoria’s work on www.vikspics.com. Wildlife encounters of the furry and feathery kind are also available as a gift option for any wildlife lover, where participants can spend either a whole day or half a day working alongside our animal care team. All of this information and more can be found on our website: www.secretworld.org.

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LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z CARPENTRY

Welcome to our Local Business A-Z ACCOUNTANTS

Small Business Accountancy Company 8 Market Street, Highbridge, Somerset TA9 3BW

Call Ian Robson on 01278 760067 Professional and Personal service at comPetitive rates Self Assessment Tax Returns • Annual Accounts • Bookkeeping • VAT • Payroll • Sole Traders • Partnerships • Limited Companies

ABAS ACCOUNTANCY SERVICES Small Business Accountancy Company 18 Pinnocks Croft, Berrow, Somerset.

Call Avril or Carly - 01278-793924 Self Assessment Tax Returns • Bookkeeping • V.A.T.Returns-Payroll

CAR HIRE - WEDDINGS

Abbotsley

Wedding Car Hire or for any special occasion

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Darren Pollard Caravan Services

Mobile Caravan & Motorhome Servicing & Repairs

BUILDERS

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CLEANING SERVICES

CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING Call Steve Nicholls on:

07912 844 802

Domestic & commercial cleaning • Gutter clearing/cleaning Window & Fascia cleaning • Carpet & Upholstery cleaning Office cleaning • General cleaners supplied/hired Tel: 01278 784436 / 07576500851 Email: cleanonit@live.co.uk

We offer Regular and one-off Cleaning Services using friendly, reliable and experienced cleaners.

Call now for more information on 01278 247922.

CLADDING

The Cladding Centre PVCue FASCIAS, SOFFITS, GUTTERING • Replacement Fascias • All colours available • Established 20+ years • 10 Year Guarantee

CAR PORTS

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LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z COMPLEMENTARY THEREAPY

Hannah Ballinger

FUNERAL DIRECTORS

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Complementary Therapy

Aromatherapy • Reflexology • Massage Therapies Burnham-on-Sea 01278 795082

Prices £12–£35 • Ample free parking

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS Misted Units Broken Windows Locks, Hinges & Handles Sliding Patio Doors General Repairs

Please call Jon Croker on:

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A high standard of sincere, dignified and caring service, offering advice and support on all aspects of funeral and memorial planning.

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GARDEN SERVICES

Keith’s Garden Services A cut above the rest

WE’LL HELP YOUR GARDEN TO LOOK IT’S BEST! Weekly visits if needed • Grass Cutting• Hedge & Tree Cutting • Turfing & Fencing Ground Clearance • Gravel Laid • Gardens Renovated

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FENCING ERECTORS We supply & fit feather edge fencing, lap panels, concrete posts & gravel boards. Full landscaping service available.

Call Derek for a free quote on 01278 788401 or 07852 502692.

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KITCHEN & BATHROOM FEATURES

Supply & fit kitchens, bathrooms and En- Suites. Plumbing, floor & wall tiling.

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