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October 2016 Issue No. 76 Cover Image: Burnham on Sea Lighthouse by Alan Ward. See page 20 for more information.

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FROM THE EDITOR

Another month closer to Christmas and already groups and societies are bringing us a selection of fayres and fund raisers in preparation for this busy time of year. As autumn sets in there are plenty of fun things to do whether it is singing with the Coastline Singers or Mudlarks, learning a new hobby with writing workshops at the Princess Theatre or keeping fit through walking groups, biking or aerobic exercise. Bridgwater Arts Centre are celebrating their 70th Birthday in October and there are a wide variety of events organised at the centre which may be of interest to many people from the local area. I am really encouraged to see so many people wanted to get involved with projects and to share that information via Local Reach. If you have details of any events you are organising or community information you want distributed to local residents please contact us for more information. Donâ€™t forget that the clocks go back on Sunday 30th October this year. Editorial deadline for November issue is Monday 10th October 2016. Jacqui Strong, Community Editor for LocalReach. jacqui@localreach.co.uk

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Belles of Burnham WI

Join the Belles of Burnham at Avenue Lawn Tennis Club on the first Tuesday in the month for a variety of speakers and demonstrations. This recently formed WI group meet at 730pm until 930pm. Come along and see for yourself or find us on Facebook.

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Orchestra will be making its annual return to Mark Parish Church on Saturday 15th October. The Concert will start at 7.30pm and the Orchestra`s selection of music will be “light classical”. Admission on the door is £7.00 (including Programme and Refreshments) with accompanied children admitted free. The Orchestra will feature popular and local guest Pianist/ Organist Richard Lennox and conducted by Paul Beechy.

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Burnham Bereavement Café

Burnham Bereavement café is a safe and welcoming space for anyone affected by loss or bereavement. The bereavement may be recent, or may have occurred some time ago, and still be painful. Bereavement café is for anyone, at any stage of their journey. The Bereavement café offers a safe space to come and appreciate the company of other people who have also experienced bereavement and loss in their lives. It’s a space to relax; to chat, to drink tea and eat cake, and to tell and listen to each other’s stories, to speak of loved ones. An opportunity to come and share the company of others who have also experienced loss and bereavement in their lives, and understand something of the journey. A space to discuss the things that are difficult about grief, and the things that have been most helpful in facing the changes, adjusting and moving towards the 'new normal.' This friendly group meets at St Andrew Church Burnham every 3rd Sunday of the month at 4pm, and all are welcome. For further information please contact Rev'd Sharon Eldergill 07925089698

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Brean Splash Gym is welcoming new members and pay as you us users to join our brand new facility. With a large gym floor with views over the Mendips and all cardio equipment with TV’s and virtual training, large car park, gym only changing with sauna and steam there is so much on offer. In October our Gym Crèche will be open Mon- Friday mornings term time exclusively for Brean Gym users. We have also recently launched a fitness class timetable with a wide range of class options. See the enclosed flyer for your free taster session. For more information visit www.breansplash.com or call 01278 752113.

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Burnham-on-Sea & Highbridge Town Council Civic Service Each year the Mayor of Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge holds a Civic Service.

The afternoon of Sunday 2 October 2016 will find the High Sheriff of Somerset, The Honourable Edward WG Bayntun-Coward ESQ, along with invited Mayor’s and Chairmen of Towns and Parishes in and around Somerset, processing from the Princess Theatre & Arts Centre to St Andrew’s Church for this years’ service. Also, by invitation, representatives of Clubs and organisations within the towns along with members of the Town Council, past Mayors and Civic Award winners attend the service. During the service which contains hymns, poems, prayers and music, the Civic Awards are presented to this years nominated winners. Each year the Town Council requests residents of the towns to nominate people they consider worthy of receiving an award for voluntary dedication and outstanding service to the community. The nominations are considered at the Town Projects Committee by a process of elimination – a very difficult task. 2016 sees the 29th year and the 121st award will be presented. The award is in the form of an engraved lapel badge a framed certificate and a citation. The Civic Service is followed with invited guests enjoying afternoon tea at the Princess Theatre and Arts Centre.

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Shop for a cure for Christmas

We would love people to Come along & support the Somerset Breast Cancer Now Group & help us raise money to help fund the cure for Breast Cancer! By joining us at our annual Christmas shopping event on Sunday 27th November called ‘Shop for a cure for Christmas’ at Berrow village hall 10.30am -3pm. There will be a Charity Raffle on the day all donated from our stall holders, excellent prizes! Plus a Tombola and prize every time stall for the children! Krazy Kev will be joining for some balloon modelling and we will have face painting on the day too. Stall holders will be displaying an assortment of items from: Sweets, Body Shop at home, Younique make up, On The Button, Stix & Stones, Usborne Books, Fused & stained glass, Forever Living, Handmade Jewellery, Handmade Cards for all Occasions, Chan’s Cakes, Sock Monkeys!, Hair Accessories, Christmas Decorations & Gifts, Wooden crafts, Purrr-fect Pottery – paint your own pottery on the day fab for kids and excellent for Christmas presents! Local crafts and many more stalls. Free Entry & All ages welcome & Refreshments including hot bacon and pork rolls available on the day. Thank you for your support and we look forward to seeing you there! The Somerset Breast Cancer Now Group 6

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Bridgwater Arts Centre Help celebrate its 70th Birthday!

Bridgwater Arts Centre pull out all the stops to celebrate their 70th Birthday with a programme of exciting special events this October. Between the 7th and 14th October Bridgwater Arts Centre present an exciting schedule for the community to get involved in to celebrate their milestone birthday. From an interactive timeline exhibition to live opera experience to a big birthday bonanza family day, the center will be a hive ofcreative activity.

For one night the Arts Centre turns into a time machine and the audience are transported back to the very first performance at the Arts Centre - an opera. Every detail, from the decor, the stewards, to the food and drink will be authentically styled from 1946. Audience are urged to dress in the fashion of the time, a pre drink and authentic 1946 canapes served as part of the ticket. The professional male and female opera singers have been provided by Garsington Opera and will be singing, with piano accompanist in a salon style. Expect to hear extracts from the most popular operas. Truly a once in a lifetime experience! Supported by Garsington Opera and with thanks to the Blake Drama Club Birthday Bonanza ‘70 Reasons to celebrate’ on Saturday 22nd October 10am-4pm

The Re:flect Gallery exhibition open from 10th October - End of year with free entry from Tuesday-Friday 10am – 3pm. A multi platform exhibition celebrating the 70 years of BAC, the exhibition will offer the audience an insightful, fun and engaging experience. You will learn about our history from key figures in the story and be a part of our future, by sharing your experiences to hang on our wall.

A free day of music, workshops, participatory activities, art installations, stalls and other surprises. A perfect half term activity for families. This day is all about the talent of Bridgwater and on our stage will be a showcase of local performance groups. And of course there will be birthday cake! There are still slots available, so if your group would like to perform, please get in touch: robyn@bridgwaterartscentre.co.uk

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Apex Park, Highbridge Outdoor Gym Designs Unveiled Designs to install a state of the art outdoor gym in Apex Park, Highbridge have been unveiled following a successful tender process. The outdoor gym costing £30,000 is being funded by RLT 2 and 3 developer contributions held by Sedgemoor District Council.

The modern outdoor gym will include a cross trainer, arm pull down, shoulder press, spinning bike, chest press, seated rower, dips and leg raise unit, leg press and sit-up bench, welcome sign and adequate space for warming up/cooling down. The project will also see a new link path created near to the existing play facilities together with the gym equipment installed within.

All of the new gym equipment will feature innovative QR codes which take users to instructional videos when scanned using any smart phone. Works are expected to commence in October 2016 and take roughly two weeks, subject to weather conditions. All other Apex Park facilities will remain accessible during this time. A spokesperson for Sedgemoor District Council said ‘We are delighted with the new outdoor gym designs. These fantastic facilities will be free to use and suitable for all ages and abilities. At a time when people are struggling to find money for gym fees or sporting activities this is a great way to get or stay healthy without having to spend a single penny. Sedgemoor District Council would like to thank The Friends of Apex Park and residents for working with us to support this fantastic project. We are planning a personal trainerled event for the grand opening so look out for further information nearer the time’.

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Best year for Britain's butterfly since 1930s The once-extinct large blue butterfly, reintroduced to the UK in 1984, flew in its highest numbers for at least 80 years this summer, due to the collaboration of the Large Blue Project, Somerset Wildlife Trust, Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust and their project partners, belying widely-reported warnings that 2016 could be the worst year on record for British butterflies. Thanks to meticulous conservation management, south-west England now supports the largest concentration of large blues known in the world. Somerset Wildlife Trust’s Green Down and Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust and Royal Entomological Society’s Daneway Banks saw over 10,000 adult large blues in 2016, according to Professor Jeremy Thomas, chair of the Joint Committee for the Restoration of the Large Blue Butterfly - which equates to roughly 60% of the UK population. Together they laid more than a quarter of a million eggs on the abundant thyme and marjoram flowers. The large blue has a bizarre life-cycle, having fed for three weeks on the flowerbuds of wild thyme or marjoram, the caterpillar produces scents and

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Worst ever few weeks for Virus attacks and Fraudulent Phone Calls For the last few weeks we have seen a massive increase in virus attacks and fake IT phone call scams. People who would not normally expect such issues to happen to them have been caught out in a bad way. Armed with personal information, scammers have been ringing people, often pretending to be from organisation such as Microsoft, BT, TalkTalk and so on and have convinced their target to allow them onto their computer to fix some (non-existent) issues. Perhaps even worse is the re-incarnation of Ransomware - this particularly nasty type of virus encrypts data files such as documents and pictures, and renders them useless unless a ransom is paid. Words I often hear from customers are "It won't affect me, I know what to look out for" or similar, but quite often even the most astute person can be tricked. We have dealt with a number of new customers recently who previously would not have considered using an IT support company for various reasons, but unfortunately, their systems were woefully inadequate at protecting against such threats. If you have data on your computer that is very important to you, then I would recommend employing an experienced IT company over friends or family, who often mean well, but frequently cannot guide people with the right information to protect them fully. Please contact me on 07973 536299 or e-mail sales@e-cps.co.uk if you would be interested in a review of your computer system. We support both small business and individuals at home, and have being doing this since 1996. We are a Microsoft Partner and a Which Trusted Trader. Windows 10 anniversary update It would seem that not all computers have been offered the Windows 10 anniversary update, so here is a link to Microsoft to allow you to install it (please note you do this at your own risk): https://support.microsoft.com/en-gb/help/12387/windows-10-update-history then click "Get the Anniversary Update now" and then run the file that downloads. Depending on the speed of your internet connection, it can take several hours to complete. At the end of the process we would recommend "Express Settings" and "Use Cortana" are selected. Should you need any help with this or any other IT issues, please see our advert below or call Neil Buzzard on 07973 536299.

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Theatre and Writing Workshops

The Princess Theatre Company are holding a series of theatre and writing workshops starting this autumn. The workshops aim to cover characterisation and then using the characters go on to devise a piece of theatre. Organiser Kim Cook tells us ‘the workshops are open to both beginners and people who have been writing, perhaps plays, or another genre. We are keen to encourage those interested in writing, in making theatre and actors to come together to create a true piece of community theatre, which we hope to perform next year. Following the successful Trading Local project earlier in the year, it was obvious just how much talent we had in Burnham and Highbridge and it would be great to harness this in another great project.’ The workshops are free, but you do need to register your place. Dates are Saturday 15th October, 5th November and 12th November from 10am till 1pm at the Princess Theatre. For more information or to register your place, please email Kim on gkcook@sky.com or telephone 07850968150.

Berrow Conservation Group

As the days shorten our group meets indoors for a series of varied and interesting talks. Members and nonmembers are all welcome. Our first talk, in October, is entitled 'From Plant to Plate'. Sue Applegate will be giving an illustrated talk providing an insight into the UK Fresh Produce Industry and how it works to supply Farm assured food to Farmers Markets and Supermarkets. Sue will highlight the changes taking place, and the challenges of the future, World Population Growth, Climate Change, and Efficient Management of Water. The talk is on Tuesday Evening October 25th at Berrow Village Hall commencing at 7.30pm. There is a small fee for non-members £3.00, members £1.00, light refreshments included.

2 Minute Beach Clean

Sedgemoor District Council is proud to be 'sponsor' of Litter Free Coast and Sea Project's 2-minute beach clean boards - the first along the Somerset Coastline. The boards will be appearing at Burnham-on-Sea and Berrow from September. These boards encourage beach users to spend two, or more, minutes picking up litter from the beach and sharing their finds on twitter or Instagram using the hashtag #2minuteBeachClean. The boards remind people help keep beaches clean and promote a shared responsibility to minimise litter. SDC beach wardens will be looking after the signs at Burnham on Sea and Berrow each day and making sure they are in a sensible place where they are not at risk of people tripping over them or blowing away. So, roll up your sleeves to help rid our beaches of marine litter and plastic pollution - every piece of litter removed from the beach matters. So it doesn't matter if you do 2 minutes or 30! Harriet Yates-Smith, Somerset's Litter Free Coast and Sea Project Officer said "Approximately 8 million individual pieces of marine litter enter the sea every day threatening our ecosystems, marine life and communities. The 2 minute beach clean boards give everyone the opportunity to get involved, look after their environment and help keep Burnham on Sea beautiful. The stations provide all the equipment required, including plastic bags, a litter picker and information on keeping safe whilst cleaning. So we're inviting everyone to get involved because small actions really can make a difference." A Sedgemoor District Council spokeman said "we are pleased that the 2 minute beach clean boards are now on display. Sedgemoor, along with the Bathing Water Quality Group, are looking at various ways of trying to improve the quality of the water at Burnham on Sea and this is just one way in which residents and visitors can help."

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Gardening Jobs for October

October is a good month for planting trees, hedges, roses, shrubs and most fruit. The soil is still warm and the plants should settle in well. Always prepare the ground well before planting.

• Continue deadheading your flowering plants and remove any dead stems on perennials. • Clear away bean sticks and other stakes and pick up any rotting vegetation. • Harvest squashes and pumpkins and collect seeds from beans. Make sure the seeds are dry before storing. • Plant garlic and overwintering onions outdoors and sow some sweet peas indoors to produce strong plants for planting out in early March. If Brussel sprout plants are growing in an exposed position stake them well. • Bring your tender plants indoors if an early frost threatens and keep them on the dry side over winter. Remove any dead foliage. • Grass growth will start to slow so lift the height of your mower blades. There is also time to lay new turf. • Continue planting Spring flowering bulb but leave tulips until next month.

For more tips why not join your local gardening group? The Burnham and District Horticultural Society meets at 7.30 pm on the third Monday of each month (except December) at the Community Centre, Berrow Road. The next meeting is on Monday 17th October 2016 when our speaker will be Chris Cudlip on “Bees and Beekeeping”. All welcome. Members of the Society free, visitors £1.50.

Exhibition at The King Alfred School

The Bristol and Somerset Group of the Hornby Railway Collectors’ Association presents its 8th Vintage Hornby Train Show on Saturday 29th October 2016 at The King Alfred School (B Block), Burnham Road, Highbridge TA9 3EE, from 10 a.m until 4 p.m. Featuring running layouts in gauges 0 and 00, displays and trade stands, these trains were British made and robust, and still command a large following. Some other makes will also feature. The venue is wheelchair-friendly on a level site with plenty of free car parking. Buses of Somerset Route 21 (Taunton – Burnham) stops outside. Refreshmants are available. Admission is £3 adults and seniors, accompanied children free. For further information contact George Moon on 01278 789031 or Graham Roberts o 01275 857526

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Halloween Fun comes to The Walled Gardens of Cannington

Bridgwater and Taunton College’s The Walled Gardens of Cannington will be opening its gates once again for its annual Halloween fun, from Wednesday 26 – Sunday 30 October, 10am – 4pm each day. Last year’s activities saw hundreds of children and their accompanying adults attend The Walled Gardens, following the pumpkin trail, carving creative pumpkin designs, having their faces painted and enjoying the freedom of the Gardens. This year the event, where fancy dress is optional, is sure to be as popular as ever, so it is worth buying your tickets in advance to ensure you don’t miss out! Children and adults alike will be in for a treat as they explore the Gardens, surrounded by the suitably spooky medieval priory. Many ghostly stories have been shared throughout the years. It is said that a network of tunnels exist beneath the Gardens, leading to various spots in the village so that the nuns and nearby monks could meet in secret, and sightings of ghostly nuns have been reported! Tickets to the Halloween activities cost £5 per child in advance (for a specific day), and £6 on the gate, with accompanying adults, free. The ticket provides entry to the Gardens, and participation in the activities. Please note that face painting will have a small additional cost. Tickets can be purchased from the Walled Gardens’ Gift Shop or by contacting 01278 655042 walledgardens@bridgwater.ac.uk

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Halloween Murder Mystery at The Windmill Bar & Bistro Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset

Do you see yourself as a Miss Marple or Sherlock Holmes? Well, The Windmill Bar & Bistro’s Murder Mystery is a must for all you mystery solvers. As you go peacefully about your three course meal, the actors will be staging a murderous tale for you to try to solve. Travel back in time to 1937, a film company are on location, but all is not well . . . somebody will use this occaision as an opportunity to get even once and for all . . . can you solve the crime? Your evening will begin with pre-dinner drinks where you will have the opportunity to mingle with the suspects before being seated for a delicious three course meal. Collect clues throughout the evening and try to piece together the mystery of The Murder at The Windmill Bar & Bistro! Limited tickets for this event are still available at £29.50, which includes the murder mystery event and a 3 course meal. There is limited availability, so please book early on 01278 780367 to avoid disappointment. Our bar will be serving alcoholic and soft drinks, teas and coffees. The dress code is ‘smart casual’ and you are welcome to enter into the spirit of Halloween by dressing in appropriate costume if you desire! These evenings are not suitable for children and no dogs are permitted. If you have any special dietary requirements, please let us know during your booking so we can cater for you. • When – 31st October 2016 at 19:00 • Where – The Windmill Club, Edithmead Leisure Park, Burnham-OnSea, Somerset, TA9 4HE • What – Murder mystery evening including a 3 course meal.

WHAT'S ON AT THE WIDMILL BAR & BISTRO IN OCTOBER Weekly Events; • Wednesday Carvery, Every Wednesday, 12.00-2.00pm, Adults £8.95, Children £5.95 • Sunday Carvery, Every Sunday, 12.00-4.00pm, Adults £8.95, Children £5.95

Saturday Night Live Entertainment; • Frankie Johns, Saturday 1st October, from 9.00pm, free entry • Andrea, Saturday 8th October, from 9.00pm, free entry

• Bingo, Every Friday, from 9.00pm, free entry, Bingo Cards £2.00 each

• Nick and Emily, Saturday 15th October, from 9.00pm, free entry.

• Bingo, Every Sunday, from 8.30pm, free entry, Bingo Cards £2.00 each

• T Breeze, Saturday 22nd October, from 9.00pm, free entry

• Saturday Cooked Breakfast, 9.00-12.00, Small £5.25, Large £6.95

• Halloween Party with entertainment from Beaver, Saturday 29th October, from 9.00pm, free entry

• Quiz Night is every Wed from 8.00, free entry

• HALLOWEEN MURDER MYSTERY AND 3 COURSE MEAL Saturday 17th September, limited tickets still available £29.50

• Karaoke Night is every 2nd and 4th Friday from 7.00 (Please call to confirm 01278 780367)

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Autumn Round Up in the Garden

Your garden is one of the first things that a prospective buyer will see, so it is essential to ensure that it appears welcoming, well maintained and cared for throughout the year. Edward Creswick, of CJ Hole Burnham, offers some tips on how to keep your garden looking good this autumn. “It’s a well-worn cliché, but first impressions really do count, and presenting your garden at its best in the autumn brings particular challenges. Perhaps one of the most necessary but time consuming tasks is to clear dead leaves promptly and regularly once they start to fall. If you have a pond, clear it of existing debris and weeds, then protect it from falling leaves. Keep your borders neat by cutting back perennials and clear away faded bedding plants. Also, remove any finished crops from the vegetable patch and fork over the soil. Weeds and moss also need to be removed from areas of gravel and chippings and crevices in patios, paths and walls. Remember to check the outer side of your boundaries – it’s all too easy to think only of how the garden looks from the house, but prospective buyers will see it first from the road! Also, look out for any unsightly windblown debris from refuse collection which can get caught under shrubs and hedges. Prune climbing plants, trim hedges, and cut back plants that are overhanging boundaries or pavements. Mow your lawn, but less frequently, and raise the height of cut as the growth rate slows down. Scarify and aerate your lawn by raking if necessary and apply an autumn feed which will harden it up for the winter. Ensure that the edges of lawns are crisp and neat, and brighten up the garden by placing containers with fresh planting. It might take some effort, but a neat and colourful autumn garden will pay dividends in terms of the number of prospective purchasers who will be attracted to your property. For more information on selling your home this autumn, call us on 01278 780000.

Berrymans your Number One Estate and Lettings agent for Burnham, Highbridge and the surrounding villages TA8 and TA9. If you are thinking of buying, selling or letting a home contact us now to arrange a free market appraisal. Our experienced, professional Sales and Lettings teams would be delighted to help you. Just call in to our High Street offices or telephone 01278 793700. Alternatively email us: Sales enquiries to graham@garyberryman.co.uk and Lettings enquiries to pennyc@garyberryman.co.uk Number 1 in TA8 and TA9 since 2008. Estate agency data is collected from the internet and is collated and published by Savvyagent. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the data, due to variations in data published by estate agents, this cannot be guaranteed and Savvyagent accept no responsibility for any discrepancies errors or omissions.

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Announcing the Fourth

Alan Ward Annual Art Exhibition & Sale At the Community Centre Burnham on Sea Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th October 2016 Following on from the highly successful 50th year Somerset & Dorset closure commemoration exhibition in March, Alan’s now established annual exhibition has become an event to follow since moving to Burnham from South Gloucestershire three years ago. Whilst the S&D exhibition was centred entirely on railway paintings produced over the years and loaned from private collections all over the country, This exhibition, whilst featuring some railway works will concentrate on the local surrounds and environs. Highbridge Wharf, local beaches, Burnham town centre & marine scenes plus wildlife will feature prominently in the portfolio.

Limited edition prints of most of the new works will be available. Plus a selection of book, including his latest children’s book entitled; ‘ISABEL’ FINDS A HOME – the story of a steam shunting engine. The exhibition is open from 10am till 4pm on Saturday & Sunday.

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COMMUNITY CENTRE 5 Berrow Road, Burnham-on-sea Somerset TA8 2ET Saturday & Sunday 8/9 October 10am - 4pm. Original paintings and prints. Wildlife, Marine, West Country & Transport Telephone 01278 785149 www.alanwardcollection.co.uk

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Burnham-on-Sea Socialites

The Socialites are a group which is based on Face book. We are local people who belong to the group. In July we presented Mr & Mrs Scott of the Ritz cinema a lovely cake to celibate the cinema's 80th Anniversary. We then stayed to see the new Ghost Buster movie, which was a fun evening of celebration with Mr & Mrs Scott pleased with the cake. A large group of us visited Relish for an enjoyable evening out. We have a few more events planned for the forthcoming months. The socialites recently ran a cake stall at the Burnham summer fete hosted by BEST on Bank Holiday Monday. All the cakes were donated by the socialites and friends. Monies made were donated to BEST. If any body would like to meet new people and socialize you can find us on facebook. The only criteria to join is you are local!

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 October 28th Our regular club session features The Kevin Grenfell’s Jazz Giants. This is a band definitely not to be missed. The venue is at our usual BD Jazz Club at Laburnum House Hotel; Playing times are from 8pm to 11pm Admission £10.00. On Sunday October 30th we have an Autumn Special event with The Freetime Old Dixie Jazz Band from Holland . This is their final UK appearance before departing back to Holland so don’t miss it. This event will be held at The Walnut Tree North Petherton and playing times are from 12.30pm to 3.30pm. Admission £10.00 Please ring Diane if you would like to reserve tickets then pay on the door on the Day. Find the full programme of events on the BD Jazz club page at www.newsocietyjazz. co.uk For further information please contact Bob 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.

Berrow Craft Fayre

Berrow Craft Fayre has been organised for Sunday 18th October between 12 noon and 3pm in Berrow Village Hall. Co-organiser, Lynn Smith, said “There will be lots of different craft stalls so come along and take a look. We will be cooking our full English breakfast for only £3.50 which includes a hot drink, so make sure you bring along your appetite. Other hot food and cakes will also be available”. The Fayre is organised by The Friends of Berrow Village Hall and all proceeds will go towards the upkeep and continued improvements to Berrow Village Hall.

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Join us on Saturday 15th October at 730pm for bingo with the usual refreshments and raffle – everyone welcome.

Something to Do

A seniors group for social activities based in Burnham on Sea, started in July. If you are aged over 55 and would like to meet and make new friends, take part in activities, do something different, learn new crafts, or just drop in for a cuppa and a chat, then come along to Something to Do, every 2nd and 4th Monday in the month from 2pm until 4pm and the Royal British Legion Club, Victoria Street, Burnham on Sea. £2 includes tea and cake. Supported and funded by Burnham and Highbridge Town Council. Contact Angi Lewis for more information 07702 687314 or email angi.lewis@ageuksomerset.org.uk or visit www.ageuksomerset.org.uk. Previously known as Age Concern Somerset. 22

Berrow Junior Football Club are always looking to recruit new players throughout the season. We have teams in several local junior leagues, all ages and abilities welcome. • F.A. Charter Standard Club • Mixed teams for boys and girls of all abilities • Join a Friendly, community-based club • Development of technical, physical, psychological and social aspects • Coaching in line with the latest F.A. Youth Guidelines For further information please call: 07764305945 Or email: berrowjfc@email.com

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RNLI Charity Concert

Join us at the Princess Theatre and Arts Centre on Saturday 15th October at 730pm for a charity concert in aid of the RNLI. Lorna Davey, Mel & Sofia, Ieuan Cornish and Sam Patten. Tickets are available for sale £6 for adults and £4 for children via the box office on 01278 784464 or email ieuan. cornish@me.com (tel: 01278 794696). Burnham on Sea and Highbridge Sea Cadets Christmas Fayre – Friday 2nd December 2016; 6.00 pm – 8.00pm. TS Dulverton (near Bay Centre) – lots of free parking. All welcome to the Sea Cadets Christmas Fayre: come and see Father Christmas, treat yourself to a turkey roll or a cake and a cuppa. There will be craft stalls, Christmas card stalls and stocking filler stalls. You could visit the chocolate tombola or try your luck at any of the traditional games. Raffle on the night. Anyone wanting to have a stall at the fayre please contact the unit on a Parade Night (Mon or Thurs) 01278 781028 or pop along and have a chat to a member of staff.

Burnham Events Social Team (B.E.S.T)

This has certainly been an exciting 6 months for B.E.S.T which began with us welcoming some new committee members. On May 14th we held a Somerset Day at Marine Cove. Local bands such as We Three and Rustique played during the afternoon and there was also a guest appearance by Weston blue grass band Lost in the grass. The sun shone and everyone had a great day.

Tuesday night is acoustic night at the Waterfront and we have held a couple of raffles there. It is a great evening and any musicians can attend. July 22nd saw us hosting a cheese and wine event at St Andrews Hall. It was a fun filled evening and was well attended. Music was provided by We Three + 1 and other entertainment included Irish bingo and a camembert challenge! The biggest challenge so far has been organising the Bank Holiday Fete. When it became known that the Friends of Burnham Hospital would no longer be holding the annual fete B.E.S.T were approached and asked to take it on. Given the time scale it was an immense task. B.E.S.T committee members and B.E.S.T Friends certainly stepped up a gear to make the day a huge success. The weather

Somerset Time For Youth

To Parents/Carers of Children with Special Needs – are you looking for activities for your child at the week-end? Then why not come along and join in the fun we have at Somerset Time For Youth, special needs youth club. Any child/young person, who has special needs, and is aged between 0 and 18 years of age can come along with a parent/carer. We meet every other Saturday, at the Balliol Hall, West

was kind and the groups that benefitted from the day are keen for it to continue. Certainly lessons were learned along the way and the team is already making plans for next year. There are more events in the B.E.S.T calendar. To coincide with “the Christmas light switch on”, we are having a Blitz Ball at the Ritz Social Club on the 19th November. Music from the era will be provided by Paul Chopper Harding and Em'n'Im will be performing too. We are hoping that everyone will enter into the spirit of the evening and will dig out the old war time clothes that their grandparents have kept “Just in case”. We will be ending the year with the opening of a Christmas rink on December 17th. Plans are underway to make it a great event. We are hoping to hold another cheese and wine evening next February and are also looking at events for next spring which we hope will include another Somerset Day. The B.E.S.T remit is to promote social events in Burnham on Sea. The support we have been given has been immense and is very much appreciated. We have a B.E.S.T Friends fb page and welcome any positive input or ideas, and please contact us if you wish to get involved.

Huntspill from 10:30am - 1:00pm. We provide a safe and secure environment, empowering members, and supporting them and their families. Most of all we have fun and we will give your child the opportunities to try lots of different activities. So pop along to Somerset Time For Youth special needs club, and make yourself at home. For more information and details, please ring:- 07745 236 742 or email:- somersettimeforyouth@gmail.com. You can also follow us on Facebook. We are also looking for a volunteer to help out in the kitchen, so if you can make a cup of tea and have a couple of hours to spare every other Saturday, and would like to be part of a great team, please contact us on the above telephone number or email address, we look forward to hearing from you.

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Burnham on Sea 2016 Cider Festival

The Burnham on Sea 2016 Cider Festival will be taking place from Friday 21st to Sunday 23rd October. As well as appealing to local Cider fans, the 2016 CiderFest will attract Cider devotees to the town from a wide area and is complimented on the Saturday by the Burnham Food Festival. The Burnham Cider Festival features a fabulous array of mainly Local Ciders including such gems as Westcrofts Janets Jungle Juice, Mill Whites Rum Cask, Westons Old Rosie and many more. A full list of the Ciders on offer will be published on the Ritz Facebook and Website nearer the event, and a cider menu will be handed out to everyone on arrival at the festival The Ritz Showbar is the hub of the Festival although visitors are welcome to use all of the Ritz Bars and there will be some great live music on stage all though the weekend. The Barry Walsh band headline the Friday night stage and Six Machine headline the Saturday Night. Sunday afternoon features some brilliant local musicians. Admission is free all weekend and everyone is welcome! More information can be obtained from The Ritz: 01278 785365 Facebook or www.ritzclubburnham.co.uk

Coffee Morning

The next Friends of the Community Centre coffee morning will be held on Saturday 1st October 9.45am until 11.45am at the Community Centre, Berrow Road, Burnham on sea. No admission charge, - please come a long for a browse and support this event. There will be Plants, Books, Jigsaws, clothes, Bric a Brac, etc. Also the Raffle and Refreshments including homemade cakes.

Day trip to London

Burnham Area Evening Flower Club will be welcoming Marie Munday from Stroud with her demonstration entitled "Day Trip to London" on Monday 17th October in St Andrew's Church Hall commencing at 7.30pm. This will be Marie's first visit to the Club and we are looking forward to an interesting evening. Visitors are most welcome.

Quiz Night at the Highbridge Social ClubThe quiz for October is on Thursday 20th at 7.30

pm and proceeds are in aid of the Peter Gilliard Memorial School, India. Entry is £2.00 per person, for a great evening out and a worthy charity. Details from 01278 784184, mary.lawrence@lineone.net

Exercise to MusicEvery Monday at the Highbridge Community Hall, 10.00 - 11.00am. Get active to start the week. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels. £3 per session. Details 01278 784184, mary.lawrence@lineone.net

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Burnham on Sea Food & Drink Festival

The Burnham on Sea Food & Drink Festival returns to the town centre on Saturday 22nd October with doors opening at 9am there will be another great line-up. With over one hundred food and drink producers offering high-quality local products from across Somerset in the heart of the town centre. Join in with free entertainment, KDS Demo Stage, the Cookery School with Bakkavor Desserts and the Great Burnham Bake Off is celebrating family recipes and is brought to you by the Retreat Caravan Park. The event is very popular so if you have heightened mobility needs (or like to get the pick of the bunch!) get there early. The event (with the exception of one venue) is dog-friendly. There will be entertainment, tractors, animals and lots of seating through out the festival area. There is lots more information on the website www.burnhamonseafoodfestival.org

The Coastline Singers

This popular singing group meet on Tuesday evenings, 7.30pm, in the West Huntspill Methodist Church, Chapel Forge Lane. Join us for the new season, or look out for us at the various Seasonal events in Burnham and Highbridge. Details 01278 784184, mary.lawrence@lineone.net

Brent Knoll Harvest Supper

Join us on Saturday 22nd October from 7pm prompt at the Brent Knoll Parish Hall. Featuring The Lipinski Duo. Tickets are available from Brent Knoll Village Shop and cost £15 and includes a 2 course meal and welcoming drink, during the evening there will be a cash bar available. For more information or tickets contact Eddie Fuller on 01278 760308 – book early to avoid disappointment.

Health Walks from Marine Cove

Join us at 10am every Wednesday through August for a social walk along the Esplanade, taking in the River Walk and into Apex Park following Marine Drive and the newly named Old Station Approach – before returning to Marine Cove. The walk takes approximately 1 hour and is a flat walk with easy going pace than can be adjusted to suit the walkers in attendance. The walk is coordinated by a volunteer walk leader under the guidance of Zing Somerset for more details visit their website or follow on facebook.

Brent Knoll Bazaar Farmers’ Market & Parish Café

Next market will be held on Saturday 8th October at Brent Knoll Parish Hall - 10.00am to 12 noon. You will find Locally produced fresh Beef, Pork, Chicken, Goat’s milk, cheese and meat, Eggs, Cheese, Pickles and Preserves. Vegetable Stall, Speciality Bread, Westcroft Cider, Homemade Cakes and Savouries, Phoenix Cards, Handmade Cards, Silver and beaded jewellery, Children’s Games and Toys, Local Crafts, Dog Treats, Textiles, etc., CDs, DVDs, Books, Bric-a-Brac and Raffle. Entrance is free and the Parish Café will be serving drinks & light snacks. Good Quality, Clean items for bric-abrac stall (No Electrical Goods, please) will be appreciated, (collection or delivery) or to Book a Table (£7 per table). Phone Eddie Fuller (01278 760 308) Proceeds to Brent Knoll Parish Hall

Nearly New Sale

The sale will be held at St John's Church Hall, Highbridge on Saturday 8th October between 10am and mid day. Lots of bargains featuring clothes, books, toys, puzzles, bric a brac and much else! A coffee shop to relax and chat. 20p entrance with all proceeds to Children's Hospice South West

Spooky Trains

For a spooky Halloween treat why not pop along to the West Huntspill Railway for a scary night time ride. Join us on Saturday October 29th at The Memorial Playing Field, New Road, West Huntspill, TA9 3QE from 5.00pm - 8.00pm £1.00per ride, Refreshments available find us on facebook "West Huntspill Railway"

Health Walk Leader Training Course

Walking for Health, Zing Somerset and SASP are working together to offer volunteer Health Walk Leader Training on Friday 21st October at Taunton Road Medical Centre, Bridgwater. The training runs from 10am – 3pm and covers the physical activity needs, demonstration health walk, health and safety, suitability of walks and the benefits/barriers to walking. The walks tend to be short durations under 1.5 hours. This course is available to anyone wishing to become a volunteer walk leader in their community. It is free to attend and upon completion participants will have access to ongoing help and support to assist with existing walks or indeed establish new ones. Please bring your own lunch with you. A pack will be presented at the end of the course. For more information contact Lianne Clarke at Zing Somerset on 0734 206 3730 or email lclarke@sasp.co.uk. Visit www.zingsomerset.co.uk for details of existing walks and other opportunities.

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Burnham and Highbridge Gateway Club

Burnham and Highbridge Gateway Club for vulnerable adults was set up in September 1979 under the Leadership of the late Mary Farthing with a group of volunteer helpers and parents from St. Andrew's Church Mothers' Union. The club has grown from a membership of 10 to an average of 50 members each week with 12 voluntary helpers as well as professional Carers. The weekly meetings are still held at the Burnham Area Youth Club premises (where they first started on a fortnightly basis) with occasional days out and an annual 5 day holiday. A Sponsored Walk is planned to take place at Apex Park on Saturday 15th October - money from this will be used to pay for transport costs for the holiday next year. A Halloween Disco will be held at the Centre on 27th October when members need no encouragement to dress up for the occasion. Last month a day trip to the West Midlands Safari was enjoyed by members last month.

Hedges and People - working with, living with and enjoying hedges

The Somerset Hedge Group 2016 digital photographic competition closes October 2016, so entries need to be in soon. The competition follows successful competitions held every two years since 2008. Winners will receive cash prizes at a presentation evening in November 2016. With sponsorship from CPRE, the Blackdown Hills and Mendip Hills AONBs and Marshall Agroecology Ltd, this competition will run during the year from now to the beginning of October 2016. Generous prize money of will be available for two classes: Open and Junior (under 15). The competition is for amateur photographers with a maximum of three entries per person. Digital images only. The closing date for entries is 1 October 2016. There is still time to capture some of the fascinating interactions between people and our wonderful hedgerows across Somerset! For an entry form and competition rules, go to: www.somerset-hedgegroup.org.uk and print off a form. The Somerset Hedge Group Chair is Heather Harley E-mail: HJHarley@exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk Entries to: Dr Jon Marshall: jon.marshall@agroecol.co.uk

The Secret World of Hedgehogs

Secret World Wildlife Rescue helps over 500 injured and orphaned hedgehogs every year, rehabilitates and gets them back to the wild wherever possible. But hedgehogs have become a less common sight in Britain in recent years. Their numbers have declined dramatically, but there are steps we can all take to help Britain's favourite mammal. Get up close to hedgehogs and get involved in hedgehogsaving activities at Secret World from 22nd - 24th October. There will also be the chance to meet bats, foxes and other wildlife. With craft stalls, wildlife talks, children’s games and delicious food on offer, there’s something for everyone at this special weekend. Entry is free. Donations are very welcome, as Secret World relies on your generosity to continue their work to rescue, rehabilitate and release injured hedgehogs, birds and other wildlife. Find out more at www.secretworld.org

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Jump Start

Driving School with Steven John Smith Qualified driving instructor covering Burnham-on-Sea and surrounding areas.

07476 823037 jumpstart.stevenjohnsmith@hotmail.com

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DBM ELECTRICAL SERVICES INSTALLATIONS & REWIRES TEST & INSPECTION ALTERATIONS & ADDITIONS SMALL JOBS WELCOME

07710 636095

01278 783410

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LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z ELECTRICIANS CONTINUED

~Electrician~ James Lynch Electrical Services

Do you find it difficult to get someone to come and do a small job?

Extra Light • Additional Sockets Outside Lighting • Security Lights New Fuse Boards • Rewires

Fault Finding and Repairs Qualified Electrician • Reliable Service Reasonably Priced • Quick Response

Satisfaction Guaranteed Landlord and home buyer inspections and testing

Call Jimmy on: 07449 814615 or 01278 792336

Electrical Contractors • Domestic • Commercial • Industrial

www.jameslynchelectrical.co.uk

FLORISTS

Telephone 01278 783704

Bee’s Flower Emporium

Mobile

07568 148138

Wedding consultations • sympathy work • events

mike@newo-electrical.co.uk

Website

newo-electrical.co.uk

Flowers for all occasions

A guaranteed friendly service & personal attention to detail. 10% reduction on flowers if you bring your LocalReach advert. Tel: 01278 789449 25 College St., Burnham-on-Sea, TA8 1AS

www.beesfloweremporium.co.uk

R.G. ALARMS & ELECTRICAL Electrical Contractor

■ Domestic

■ Rewires & new builds

■ Commercial

■ Extra sockets, lights etc

■ Agricultural

■ Electrical alterations

■ Installations

■ Intruder alarms

■ Maintenance

■ Fire alarms

Tel: 01278 780966 Mob: 07710 692277

 Flowers for all occasions   Gift Bouquets and Baskets   Wedding Flowers   Funeral Tributes Specialists 

55 High Street, Burnham-on-Sea Telephone 01278 787489 www.flowersandthings.co.uk

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LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z FUNERAL DIRECTORS

Ashley Edwards

HAIRDRESSERS

Prim & Proper

FunErAl DirEctors & MonuMEntAl MAsons “In trying circumstances, it’s reassuring to have someone you can rely on” A high standard of sincere, dignified and caring service, offering advice and support on all aspects of funeral and memorial planning. Here to help, 24 hours a day

Hairdressing, beauty, holistic therapies and nails.

14 Oxford Street Burnham On Sea TA8 1LG

Tel: 01278 782755

LANDSCAPING SERVICES

telephone: 01278 794 304 Office at: 10 Church Street, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 3AF

GARAGE DOORS

• Block paving & concrete driveways • • patios, stone, brick & block work • • turfing, garden clearances • • fencing • building work •

LAUNDERETTE

“THE LAUNDRY ROOM” I can help with your laundry?

GARDEN SERVICES

Apex Gardening Grass cutting • Hedge cutting • Tree work etc

Collect

■ Patios ■ Fencing ■ Turﬁng ■ ■ Block paving ■ etc ■ FREE ESTIMATES No job too big or too small

tel:01278 781697 mob:07816 250441

garden.works1@btinternet.com

Keith’s AGarden Services 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

01278 765820 32

07887 835386

Iron

Deliver

From £13.00 per load

Tel. 01278 784113 Mob. 07833 150148

GARDEN WORKS

Wash & Dry

Call Geraldine : on 01278 684074 or 07710695490

LOGS

HARD WOOD LOGS FOR SALE Trailer Loads £110 (per load) FREE DELIVERY in Burnham on Sea area. Call 01278

780 924 or 07967 935 765

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LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z LEAFLET DELIVERY

Target 1000’s

PLASTERERS

of potential LOCAL customers with our reliable door-to-door leaflet delivery service.

Leaflets & menus delivered from £30 per 1,000.

Call now on: 01278 238000 PAINTERS & DECORATORS CONTINUED

C M WESTON

PAINTING & DECORATING Local professional, 22 years experience

Wallpaper hanging • Coving All aspects of Decorating, General House Maintenance Reasonable Rates, No VAT, Free Quote

Mob: 07790 549 704 Tel: 01278 256 305

Chapple Interiors Professional Interior & Exterior Decorating Service Over 25 years experience • Approved member of ‘ICI Dulux Select’ • ‘Trust Mark’ approved tradesmen Wallpaper hanging specialists • Domestic, Commercial and Insurance work • Competitive free quotes Call: 01278 785678 or 07736 321416 Chapple04@hotmail.com www.chappleinteriors.co.uk

PLUMBERS

P.H PLUMBING , HEATING & GAS ENGINEER 9 ATLANTIC CRESENT , B.O.S , SOMERSET , TA8 1NF FULLY QUALIFIED . FULLY INSURED 22 YEARS EXPERIENCE GAS BOILER SERVICE £30.00

SAFETY CHECKS INC LPG £30.00

ALL PLUMBING & TILING UNDERTAKEN FREE QUOTES & ADVICE CALL PAUL THE PLUMBER ANYTIME ON

07583 084786 / 01278 781788 CREDIT/DEBIT CARDS ACCEPTED

NO CALL OUT CHARGE

NO V.A.T

Plumbing and Heating

Delux total painting & decorating. Internal and external. Free estimates.

01278 787242 07971082292

Plumbing an All Domestic Plumbing & Heating Boiler Repairs &Plumbing Spares and Heating Central Heating & Bathroom Installation Steve Mobile 07856 776531 Power Conway Flushing Specialists Drains & Blockages Steve Conway No Call Out Charge Steve Conway Mobile 07856 776531 Free Quotation

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LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z PLUMBERS CONTINUED

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CONTINUED

E.A.Smith

PLUmBiNG & hEAtiNG

• Bathrooms & Tiling • Kitchens • • Boiler Changes & Services• • Full Central Heating • • Landlord Gas Checks•

01278 256843

07824 818863 ethan.29390@yahoo.co.uk Please mention LocalReach when responding to adverts

Shoreline Property Maintenance House and Garden Maintenance Based in Burnham-on-Sea

• • • • • • • •

Drain and gutter unblocking Door locks repaired or replaced Brick and blockwork repairs All aspects of garden maintenance Garden waste taken away Window repairs Carpentry Painting

• • • • • • • •

Strimming Patio and paving Fencing Garage locks Lawn mowing Hedge trimming Tiling Plumbing

* Small jobs welcome * * Free estimates * * No call-out charges *

Local Friendly Service

Phone: 01278 795056 Mob: 07715 205676 Email: hrj.shoreline@gmail.com

Decorating • carpentry HanDyman service for all your household needs

No job too small

For a FREE estimate

C hr is C li fto n

Call FJ Hales on:

tel :01278 788247 mob:07939 664538

Plumbing & Heating

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Central heating fit & service Bathrooms complete fitting inc. tiling All plumbing works Free quotations Call Chris on 01278 784223 07920 097491

email: fjhales@talktalk.net

REMOVALS

NO VAT!!! A&S REMOVALS free estimates • free advice

FULL or PART house clearences plus container storage

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

ROOFING

SERVICES

Small Domestic Jobs Rental Property Maintenance Portable Appliance Testing Painting & Decorating

Tel: 07733 033700

• • • •

• All types of Fencing, Gutters & fascia’s cleaned or replaced • Internal or external painting • Rental Property maintenance • All works considered

07967 209692

www.asexpress.co.uk • asremovals@outlook.com

Property & Garden Maintenance 01278 722956 or 07708 062 145 www.stevehodge.biz

call now on 01278 781330

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STEVE HODGE

Rooﬁng, Slating, Tiling.

Barry New

Roofing Services

Phone: 07881 385644 Email: info@barrynew.co.uk

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LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z RUBBISH CLEARANCE

TILING SPECIALISTS

P. Deakin

Floor & Wall Tiler FREE Quotations Call now on: 07913 571479 / 01278 773691 TURF SUPPLIER

LAWN TURF SUPPLIER Established 1963

Turf supplied & laid if required Town & Country Service

STORAGE

07905 748499 01278 786859 W S Hancock, Oaktree Fm. Edithmead, BOS

TV/VIDEO

TV & VIDEO SERVICES Specialists in repairs to all makes of Plasma, LED & LCD TVs

Same day callout and repair service available Problems setting up your new tv? Ask for our in home digital tv tuning installation service Discounts available for Senior Citizens

STAIRLIFTS

Tel: 01278 802042 or 07738 676054 tvvideoservices@aol.com

WILLS AND PROBATE

LASTING POWER OF ATTORNEY - £99 + vat HOME VISITS AVAILABLE

TREE SURGEONS

James & Co. 01278 786900

Natwest Bank Chambers, Victoria Street, Burnham-on-Sea

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YOUR LOCAL CARPET SPECIALISTS • The widest selection of floor coverings in the area • Quality service and installation • Free advice, planning and estimates • Domestic and commercial • Bespoke rug and runner service

17 Victoria Street, Burnham-on-Sea TA8 1AL T: 01278 238150 E: townandcountryflooring@live.com www.tandcflooring.co.uk

OPENING TIMES Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00 and Saturday 09:00 - 16:00 36

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