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Happy Easter and welcome to the April issue of LocalReach for Street. The Easter bank holiday is later this year so hopefully the weather will be more ‘spring like’ to get out and enjoy between enjoying chocolate eggs and hot-x-buns. If you are a local club, group, society, church, school, charity, don’t forget to send me your news, events, and info so I can give you some free publicity in future issues – LocalReach is the ideal way to reach residents in Street as its delivered free door-to-door each month. LocalReach is also a very cost effective way for local businesses to gain more work in their local area. Prices start from only £2.38 per week. Enjoy this issue!
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Bring On Spring, But Not Unwanted Kittens
Spring has arrived, and with it can come problems for cat owners. Street Veterinary Centre has advice for all cat owners to protect their pets from unwanted pregnancies, and an offer of help. Vet Jade Clark said: “Cats are seasonal breeders. As the days become longer they come into season". Now is the time to take action to prevent unwanted litters, by early summer animal rescue centres are overwhelmed with unwanted kittens. Jade added: “According to recent surveys 85% of cat litters are unplanned. Cats can become pregnant from as early as four months of age. Spaying prevents unwanted pregnancies. “The added benefits of spaying your cat are the prevention of ovarian cancer and the reduced risk of two others cancers, of the cervix and mammary glands.” Jade continued. Jade stressed the importance of neutering male cats as well. “Castrating a Tom cat will help to prevent him fighting, and urine marking. Fighting is linked to abscesses, injuries and infection, and it’s a known fact that most cat victims of road accidents are un-neutered Toms. Castration also prevents testicular cancer.” Street Vets senior vet Julian Cosser said: “Our practice supports local animal charities and promotes their good work, so we are subsidising cat neutering throughout April and May and including free micro chipping. It’s a simple and affordable operation. If you are a caring cat owner and want to talk to us, please visit us at 187 High Street, BA16 0NE, or phone us on 01458 442398.
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Tours Of Wells Cathedral Treasures
Wells Cathedral has a new programme of pre-bookable fixed date tours. Throughout the year the new special interest tours programme, led by a team of expert guides, provides visitors with a real insight into Cathedral treasures including its stained glass, embroideries, gothic architecture, stone carvings and unique chained library. Places do need to be pre-booked via visits@ wellscathedral.uk.net, by calling 01749 674483 or the Cathedral’s website at www. wellscathedral.org.uk/visit. In addition the Cathedral’s FREE weekly Window and Embroidery Walks begin again in April. Taking place on most Wednesdays and Saturdays at 11.10 am and 11.40am respectively they last 20 minutes each and continue through to October. There is no need to book.
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New fixed date tours programme: • Saturday 1st April (10-11.30am) “Medieval Marvels” Stained Glass • Saturday 1st April (10-11.30am) “Cathedral Embroideries” • Tuesday 18th April (2.15-3.45pm) “Doorway into Gothic Architecture” • Tuesday 18th April (2.15-3.45pm) “Chronological Stained Glass” • Saturday 6th May (10-11.30am) “Doorway into Gothic Archtecture” • Saturday 6th May (10-11.30am) “Cathedral Embroideries” • Tuesday 16th May (2.15-3.35pm) “Cathedral Stone Carvings” • Tuesday 16th May (2.15-3.35pm) “The Work of Angels” Stained Glass Tours are led by our highly trained Guides, please call us to pre-book your place, email visits@wellscathedral.uk.net or book via our website. £10pp.
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Somerset Residents Watch Out As Probate Fees Are Set To Soar
David Sinclair, partner of Acorn Solicitors and Chairman elect of Solicitors for the Elderly is disgusted at the new hike in Probate fees set to increase in May this year. A Grant of Probate gives someone the authority to administer a person’s estate after death. This authority is granted by the government and therefore their fee is required up front before Probate can be granted. Claire Davies, from the board of directors at Solicitors for the Elderly has said:“Solicitors for the Elderly as an organisation is extremely disappointed to see that the consensus to reject the proposed probate fees has been ignored. For the 62% of estates that use a solicitor, probate registry performs a purely administrative role, and the value of the estate has no bearing on the work undertaken. To burden larger estates with a significantly larger fee is an unfair form of taxation.” Currently, a fixed fee of £155 (if using a Solicitor) is charged no matter what the size of the estate. In May, the fees increase depending on the value of an estate. The lowest fee being £300.00 and the highest fee being £20,000.00 for an estate worth more than £2 million. With the ever increasing house prices, it is rare that a person will be paying the lowest fee of £300.00. Charities, law groups and campaigners say that these fees are excessive and unjustified. David Sinclair has said:‘Property is often people’s primary asset, and they have little cash to pay for higher probate fees, on top of other necessities such as inheritance tax, funeral bills and the use of a solicitor. The increase in probate fees will place a burden on families and is likely to put people who are vulnerable and/or elderly at risk. I fear that people might be persuaded to take steps to avoid probate fees, even if it leaves them with insufficient assets to provide for themselves for the rest of their life.” David Sinclair urges everyone to sign the petition stating that we believe that the proposed increases are unfair, unjustified and excessive. https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/188175 Read More: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4302772/Families-warned-Budget-stealth-tax. html#ixzz4bsps6bkG
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What’s In A Brand?
To most people a “brand” is the name given to a product or service from a specific source and is similar to the current meaning of the word “trademark.” A ‘Brand’ can be associated with a level of expectation, quality and style. This perceived quality over a ‘generic’ product tends to mean that there is a higher price tag attached to the product. Some of this cost may go to the designer in the form of royalty—the charge for allowing the company to use his or her name. The manufacturer of the ‘Brand’ is therefore expected to maintain the quality of the product. Eyetech has balanced the desire for ‘Brands’ by stocking niche ranges of frames, ranges that have features to talk about. For example Eyetech stock hand painted Mattisse frames and Paulo Pilipe frames with a unique patented side design. Eyetech has also sourced their own range of frames and through a staff competition chosen the name of the range of their ‘brand’ to be ‘BEES KNEES’ or BK. BEES KNEES are stylish, functional and high quality frames but without the extra cost of a traditional brand. Eyetech directors have selected the styles and colours, specified the quality of materials and workmanship, therefore enabling the price of the range to be great value for such a quality product.
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Nutrition Day School
Don’t miss the Nutrition Day School taught by Isy Schulz (BSc Human Nutrition). Come and learn about food and nutrition from a highly knowledgeable tutor! For full details visit: www.feedavalon.org.uk/nutritiondayschool/
FREE Editorial
We give 30% space away as FREE editorial to clubs, groups, non-profit orgs etc. Please email text to street@localreach.co.uk You can also include a good quality picture or logo.
Knitwits Knitting Group
Knitwits Knitting Group will meet on the 13th and 27th April at URC Glastonbury to knit items for Sierra Leone, Ghana (other parts of Africa), and Romanian orphanages and baby units.
Room For Hire
Street Parish Council has rooms available for hire. The rooms are in the centre of Street so close to car parks/bus stops and can seat up to 55 people. Hire rates are ‘reasonable’ – for further information please call 01458 44058
The Methodist Church, Leigh Road, Street - April. Services at 10.30 am
• 2nd Anna Auty • 9th Mr. Roy Bryant. • 16th Mrs. Janet Day/Rev. Gwynne Brindley - Holy Communion. • 23rd Tricia Forbes • 30th Rev. Craig Manley - Cafe Service. Monthly Coffee Morning and Table Top stalls. Light refreshments and drinks available. Saturday 8th April - 10am - 1 pm. (Please note this is one week earlier than usual.)
Kit and Knatter Every Thursday 2 - 4pm.
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Fund Raising Fish & Chips
On Saturday 22 April Somerset sports charity, TS5C, is organising a Grand Fish & Chip Supper at the celebrated Knights Fish Restaurant in Glastonbury, along with a fabulous raffle. The event starts at 7.30pm at the Northload Street restaurant in Glastonbury. The money raised will go directly towards providing grants to young aspiring athletes in Somerset. Alan Gloak, chairman of TS5C said: “The funding that we are able to give our young athletes is reliant solely on the support of local companies and individuals – we receive nothing from the government. We have a few hopefuls for Tokyo in 2020 but they need help with the training and equipment costs.” Tickets are £20 each, including a three course meal. Available from Knights or www.ts5c.org, or email: a.gloak@btinternet.com
Street United Reformed Church
Open hearts, open minds, open door (On the High Street, next door to Living Homes) The April Big Coffee Morning and Sale will be held on Saturday, 1st April, from 10 am until 12 noon. These mornings are a popular event on the first Saturday of each month, offering coffee and cakes, super bargains in clothing on the Thrift stalls, and throughout the spring and summer a good choice of outdoor plants for your garden on sale at the front door. And always a selection of books to browse through. Church Open Day will be held on Saturday 8th April to mark the completion of our building project Our building work will be finished shortly and we are planning an Open Day for Saturday, 8th April. If you have walked along the lane behind the Church recently, you will be aware that extensive demolition and rebuilding have been happening. Everyone is now invited to come and look around the new facilities that have been provided for church and community use. More detail of this special day will be given on a poster at the front door nearer the date. Don’t hesitate to come; this will be informal and friendly. The May Day Bazaar will take place on Saturday, 29th April, from 10 am to 3 pm. Maypole Dancing is at 12 noon and 2:30 pm. This year’s highlights will include perennial and annual plants, hot and cold refreshments, an instant raffle, cakes, jewellery, toiletries, crafts, bric-a-brac, toys, jigsaws, books, games, and tombolas. The Church has been running “May Day” without a break, on or close to May 1st, since 1893. In that year our forebears commissioned Ropers Foundry in Leigh Road (now Foundry Garage) to make them a maypole, and that same maypole is still used every year, and the children still dance the same traditional dances around it. Dance started in early March this year.
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Going away this summer? WithYourself the summer An holidays soon upon us here are a few tips to keep your home safe while you are away. Get Introduction
TenSomerset tips on howIntroductions to make sure it’s there when you get back. Just is aallpersonal, confidential introduction agency 1. Let your neighbours know you arewhich goingbrings away. Ask them to push any post through the letter box. people 2. Givetogether. a family member or a friend you can trust a key for emergencies. If 3. you’ve beendetails put off internet maynumber. Give them of by flights, hotelsdating, and yourthis mobile feel a gentler way of meeting new people. It run 4. Remember to cancel the milk and papers if you is still have it delivered. by5.Alison Bower, who visits people in their own Turn off as many electrical appliances as you can. homes their own profile, 6. Closeand andhelps lock allthem doorswith and windows. as7.well as showing them possible matches. It is Set timers in various rooms to turn on table lamps at various times. all done face to face rather than by anonymous 8. If you have a front lawn, cut it just before you go. computer matching. 9. If you have a security alarm, set it, let you trusted friend have the code (you can always change it when you get Just Somerset Introductions is the local branch of back). If it is monitored by a security company, let them know you are away. the Just Introductions Group based in Dorset. It 10. take un-needed or store cards with you; you should inform your bank that you will be away also Don’t has Hampshire andcredit/debit Wiltshire branches. so they recognise any transactions you may make from another country. They cover all ages from people in their 20’s -90’s. Members a regular newsletter Safety get while you’re away. and the chance to1.take activities, such group dinners, Keeppart yourinvaluables safe; if theas hotel provides a safe or safety deposit box use it. Keep your passport, valuables walks, pub lunches, boat trips and theatre visits. and spare cash safe. As Alison says of joining: ‘ It all starts with just a 2. Be careful when out, unfortunately pickpockets are more common in some countries than the UK; be aware of cup of coffee and then people go onto meet new yourand surroundings in seen a crowd. friends partners.especially We have engagements 3. Don’t ‘flash’ about mobile phone, IPad etc. these and marriages as ayour result of the Introductions wayare attractive targets for muggers If you usepeople.’ the internet while on holiday. of4.meeting Try to onlyause safe Wi-Fi connections, if the hotel has Wi-Fi check if it has a password. Toa.arrange home visit and consultation about b. Never useand openwishes public Wi-Fi do financial transactions or to send personal details on Email. your needs call to Alison 5. Be safe and keep Safe; enjoy your holiday. Tel: 07584 250285 More information can be found on the Street neighbourhood watch web site at: Visit: www.justintroductionsgroup.co.uk www.streetneighbourhoodwatch.btck.co.uk
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Street Funeral Care
With the strength and reputation of The Co-operative Group behind us, our Funeralcare teams view their key role both as supporter and adviser to the bereaved, helping them create a fitting funeral which truly reflects the life of an individual. Many people do not realise how a funeral can be transformed with just the smallest of personal touches, and our staff are fully trained to offer a wide range of options on all funeral services, whether it be arranging a funeral for a loved one, or planning ahead with a Pre-paid Funeral Plan. Our Funeral Home team is led by Geoff Parker our Funeral Director who has over 30 years experience and he is assisted by Melissa and Melanie who are our Funeral Arrangers. We welcome you to come in and see us for a chat over a cup of tea or coffee where you will find light airy rooms, providing pleasant, comfortable surroundings and a private chapel of rest. Its homely surroundings will help people feel more at ease when making funeral arrangements. Part of our commitment to the local community is also to work alongside local charities, schools, churches etc. by helping out in raising money, donating items or in the giving of our time, please contact us if we can help your local cause in any way. Staff at our funeral home can be contacted on 01458 448645 and all calls will answered personally at any time, day or night. Funeralcare
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Shoot for the Moon this Easter
Shoot for the moon this Easter! - Streetís slimming expert says aiming high and getting support is the key to success A local expert is urging people starting a weight loss programme this Easter to have faith in aiming for their ideal weight, after a study found that people who set ambitious targets lose almost twice as much weight in 12 months. Dawn, a Slimming World Consultant for the Glastonbury and Street groups, is preparing for a busy Easter as many people vow to make this the year that they achieve their dream weight. She says the latest research conducted by Slimming World shows that people shouldnít feel limited by past weight loss attempts and should instead aim high for weight they would love to be, and get the support they need to achieve it. The national study of 24,457 people with a BMI (body mass index) in the obese category looked at the impact of target setting, and found that the more ambitious the target, the more weight people lose - regardless of their starting weight. Dawn says her Slimming World group is the best place to get motivational support along with care and camaraderie to learn to make simple, healthy changes to lose weight and keep it off. She says: No dream is out of reach at Slimming World. Whether itís to lose ten pounds or ten stone, fit into a size 12 dress or a suit youíve grown out of, run around with the kids or run a 10k race - together, me and the members of our Slimming World group can help to get you there! We never tell members what they should weigh, and so all new members chose their own target weight when they join. However much youíd love to lose, we know how much more motivating it is when youíre aiming for a weight you dream to be rather than a weight youíre told you should be or think is easily achievable - and now we have the research to prove it! I know what itís like to struggle with your weight and, having lost 7st as a Slimming World member myself after joining in 2010, I also understand what a huge difference understanding how slimmers feel and offering the right kind of support can make to your chances of achieving your weight loss goals. It is my dream to see my members achieve their dreams. In my group, members set targets, share recipes, challenges and solutions and celebrate success together, which is so important to a successful journey. Itís all about support, care, encouragement and fun - and I firmly believe thatís why we regularly see members achieve their weight loss dreams too. In group they learn that slimming down doesnít have to mean giving up any of their favourite foods, and in fact they can fill up on healthy, hearty, delicious meals just by making small changes to the way they are cooked and prepared. Many also find they have so much more energy, and become much more active by starting small and finding something fun - whether itís walking the kids to school, a dance class or washing the car - it all absolutely counts!
MONDAY - Glastonbury Tor Leisure Centre, Street Road, 7.30pm Dawn - Tel: 01458 833536
WEDNESDAY - Street The Royal British Legion, Farm Road, 9.30am & 11.30am, 5.30pm & 7.30pm Dawn - Tel: 01458 833536
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Mendip Ramblers’ Free Walking Festival: 26th/27th/28th August 2017
This year’s free festival of walking will be based in the small village of Butleigh, near to Glastonbury and Street. The village has an interesting history and some fine buildings. Butleigh Court, which was abandoned for many years and has now been brought back into use, is noted for its interesting architecture including the tall carved chimney stacks, which are all different. The 14th century Church of St Leonard was restored and extended in the middle of the 19th century. It has been designated by English Heritage as a grade II* listed building. The Admiral Hood Monument stands on a nearby hill offering fine views of the surrounding Somerset countryside. There will be four walks of varying lengths on each day. The short morning walk, 3 to 4 miles, can be extended after lunch by joining the short afternoon walk. We hope that the availability of two short walks will encourage walkers of all abilities to join us. Morning walks start at 10.00am and the afternoon walk at 1.30pm. As usual, tea and cake with be available at the end of each walk. For more information go to: www.mendipramblers.co.uk
Mid Somerset Camera Club – April Programme of Events
Mid Somerset Camera Club meet each Tuesday evening at the Pipers Inn, Bath Road, Ashcott – meet at 7.45pm for an 8.00pm start. The group have a busy schedule of events this April: • 4th April – The Gonda Harvey Trophy Audio Video Competition • 9th April – Frome Wessex Camera Fair • 11th April – Black and white photography • 18th April – Picture of the Year competition • 25th April – Guest speaker
New Home for Street Country Market
The Street Country Market has now been open in their new venue of the United Reformed Church on the High Street since mid-January. It has been lovely to welcome so many people to the market! The market’s opening times are every Thursday from 9.00 till 12.00. For any information you can contact Janet on 01278 722556 16
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Become A Member At Cannington Golf Club – No Joining Fees!
Cannington Golf Centre, just five miles from Bridgwater, has a nine-hole, 18-tee golf course offering splendid views of the nearby Quantock Hills, a 300 yard, floodlit Driving Range, Pro Shop and Clubhouse - so there's something for everyone! The course is ideal for all abilities, providing a good test for established golfers and ideal for new players and improvers. The greens are built to USGA standard so provide an excellent surface to putt on and drain extremely well. The course has well positioned bunkers and subtle contours providing challenges for all levels of golfers; it really is a golf course for all. The Golf Club has over three hundred members, with an active golf programme of matches, competitions and friendly games, as well as a variety of events throughout the year. Members compete in the Three Counties League as well as County Tournaments, the Junior Golfers in the Somerset Junior Golf League, with some junior members progressing to County Junior Teams. Membership renewals are now being taken, and prices start from just £25 for 5 – 9 year olds, with adult membership starting from £99 for Pay and Play – and there are no joining fees! If you would like more information about Cannington Golf Centre, membership details and to join, please visit www.canningtongolfcentre.co.uk, email golfcentre@ bridgwater.ac.uk, or phone 01278 655050.
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP - NO JOINING FEES Become a member at Cannington Golf Centre. Annual club memberships from as little as £99 per person. Full membership or ‘Pay and Play’ options available. Conditions apply. • • • •
9 hole, 18 tee course Clubhouse Fully-stocked pro shop, now including Puma and Cobra Golf for 2017 Driving range
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Cannington Eagles (5 – 9 year olds) membership only £25 Members receive Pro Shop discount 10 – 17 year olds (Junior) membership only £55.
01278 655050 • golfcentre@bridgwater.ac.uk www.canningtongolfcentre.co.uk For advertising & leaflet delivery call 01458 555503 or visit www.localreach.co.uk
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LOCAL EXPERT PAGE
Independence In Your Own Home With Suttons Stairlifts If you have difficulty getting up and down stairs you are not alone. The decision to install a stairlift is sometimes a difficult one to take but, when compared with the alternative of moving, or living on only one level of their home, many people have found a stairlift to be their preferred solution. Suttons Stairlifts is a family-run business dedicated to providing a fair and ethical service with a nopressure selling policy. We offer a range of new or refurbished Handicare stair lifts, either straight or curved in the Somerset and Mendip area. We also offer a rental option for straight stairlifts as well as servicing and safety checks, repairs and removals. You are also choosing an ISO Quality approved product that conforms to the ethical business practices required by the British Healthcare Trades Association. It is a popular misconception that stairlifts are fitted to the wall, they are usually fitted to the staircase itself. Most lifts will only take between 2-4 hours to install. All Handicare stairlifts have safety sensors on the power pack and footplate; these are designed to stop the lift if it meets any obstruction. If there is a power cut your stairlift will continue to operate for approximately 10 trips using the internal batteries. Handicare stairlifts offer features such as a powered swivel seat and powered folding footplate; these can make using a stairlift even easier by allowing you to operate these functions at the touch of a button.. Even if you don’t need them now, they may be something you will benefit from in the future. We will visit you to survey the staircase and conduct a user assessment leaving you the leaflets and prices so you can make the decision in your own time. Whilst stairlifts are very simple to use they are mechanical devices and do require annual servicing and maintenance. With our inclusive and comprehensive 12 or 24 month warranty and 365 day coverage you can be assured of a first-class and personal service.
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We Are Moving, To Help Keep Your Movement Pain Free! Street Chiropractic Clinic is delighted to announce that from Monday March 27th we will be moving to our new premises at: 141c High Street, Street. (Above Boots Opticians, and Glenys Redwood at Trees dressmaking shop). Car parks in Cranhill Road and Goswell Road provide plenty of parking and the new location is nearer to the High Street shops. Street Chiropractic Clinic has been providing high quality treatment for a wide variety of muscle, bone & joint problems since it was established 25 years ago. We understand the impact that musculoskeletal pain can have on lifestyle – from not being able to work, or play sport, through to the frustration of needing help to perform day to day activities. Our experienced chiropractors provide a comprehensive initial examination and assessment to discover the underlying cause of the presenting problem. Following discussion and explanation of their findings, and understanding the patient’s goals for treatment, an individually tailored, evidence based treatment and exercise programme will be formulated. A variety of treatment approaches, based on the most-up-to-date evidence available, may be employed, to deliver clinically effective treatment. For chronic, long term, or recurrent conditions, advice can be offered on maintaining and improving mobility, keeping pain free, and helping to minimise the occurrence and impact of further issues. We look forward to welcoming all our past, present and potential future patients and their families to our new clinic!
We are moving!
Keeping your movement pain free.
We look forward to welcoming all our past, present and future patients to our new clinic. Clinical rooms available to rent, competitively priced, flexible terms. Our new premises:
141c High Street, Street, Somerset BA16 0EX
01458 840 490 info@streetchiropractic.co.uk www.streetchiropractic.co.uk
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COMMUNITY NOTICE BOARD
Crispin Community Centre – all of your information in one place
Crispin Community Centre is home to Mendip Council Information Point, Citizen’s Advice Mendip and Crispin Community Focus. It is a one-stop-shop for all of your local information needs. The various organisations have given LocalReach readers the following details about their services. Citizens Advice Mendip We are an independent charity mainly funded by local government. We have offices in Frome, Shepton Mallet, Street and Wells. We deal with a wide range of issues including benefits, debt and housing and we pride ourselves in giving independent, nonjudgemental advice. Our main workforce is made up of well-trained volunteer advisers and we have some paid staff. For opening times please see www.mendipcab.org.uk Street Council Access Point The Street Council Access Point is a one stop drop in service located in the Crispin Community Centre. No prior appointment is needed. Our opening hours are _ Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 4.30pm. Our officers can help you with any enquiry about services provided by Mendip District Council. The sorts of things we can help you with include:• Checking through your Council Tax Support/Housing Benefit application form, taking in forms and supporting information and issuing receipts. • Giving advice on the progress of your claim and helping with disputes and appeals. • Taking council tax payments by card and helping with council tax enquiries. • Giving advice on how and where to claim income benefits (eg. Universal Credit). • Providing advice on housing options and homelessness and helping with Home Finder bidding and enquiries. • Giving advice on refuse and recycling collections, ordering new or replacement bins. • Giving advice about your local area eg. parks, fly-tipping, road cleaning, dog nuisance etc. • Planning, building and licencing enquiries, registering to vote and elections. • Note: If you are unsure please do come and see us. We will always refer you to our partner agencies (eg Somerset County Council, Citizens Advice Bureau, Mendip YMCA etc) if we cannot deal with all of your enquiry ourselves. Crispin Community Focus 01458 447248 Computer courses will be starting in April which are great for people wanting to make the best of their laptop. The courses are three sessions and cost £15.00 Windows 8 laptop course starting Wednesday 19th April 10.00am - 12noon - You must have your own windows 8 laptop. Windows 10 laptop course starting Wednesday 19th April 12noon - 2.00pm - Bring your own laptop or use one of ours! Look out for 'Take your laptop a bit further' in May 2017 Don't forget our excellent lunch club - 2 course lunch served every Wednesday and Friday for only £5.00- booking essential
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Charity Trips
Charity Trips Theatre venture continues to support Somerset Red Cross’s activities, including the Langport Centre daily morning openings for friendship and support, and the sale of donated items and refreshments. Many other trips are available.Log on to www.theatretrips.webeden.co.uk for the full list, Alternatively e-mail coxtheatretrips@btinternet.com, or phone 01458 273085 to receive an e-mail or postal listing. Full listing table below. Where two prices are shown these are for Band A and Band B tickets.
Local Business A - Z BLINDS
BUILDERS CONTINUED
OFFER OF THE MONTH 3 Vertical Blinds for Only £165 Up to 6ft wide, max 5ft drop Other sizes available
Over 20 years in the trade
MARIO CONSTANZA BUILDERS CSCS CITB NHBC Approved.
email: maryanneconstanza@hotmail.com Leigh Cottage, Overleigh, Street BA16 0TJ
CARPENTERS
Experience affordable elegance with FREE Fitting & up to 60% OFF VERTICAL • ROLLER • VENETIAN • ROMAN PLEATED • CONSERVATORY SPECIALIST
Call Colin for your free quote & fast local service
Somerset 01458 550442 BUILDERS
JUSTBUILD GENERAL BUILDERS
Extensions • Renovations • Roofing • Conservatories Patios • Driveways
All aspects of building, roofing and groundworks undertaken Call Justin on
07854 279282 01278 780507 justbuild@yahoo.com
www.justbuild.biz
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LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z CHIROPRACTORS
FUNERAL DIRECTORS CONTINUED
Our new premises: 141c High Street, Street, Somerset BA16 0EX
Funeral Plans From £1,745
Wills from £125 Lasting powers of attorney £215 & living wills £79
Rod Major is available and very happy to answer all your questions at Wells Market every Wednesday. Come and say hello!
01749 670 100
The Nib, Priory Health Park, Glastonbury Road, Wells BA5 1TH • rod@wfs.me.uk
www.wellsfuneralservices.co.uk
LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z
CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING
FINANCIAL SERVICES
GARDENERS
GARDENING
Carpet & Upholstery Steam Cleaning • Powerful Van Mounted Equipment • Residential & Commercial Cleaning • Pre & End Of Tenancy Cleaning • Stains & Pet Odour Removal • No VAT
~~~~ A Carpet Cleaner you can trust! Ca ll Sally: Mo b : 07766 117219 Te l: 01749 440011 www.s ta in awa y.c o .u k
FOX SERVICES
House & Garden Maintenance and Clearance Plumbing, Carpentry & Doors • Window Cleaning • Bathrooms & Kitchens Repaired & Installed • Painting & Decorating • Roofs Repaired & Gutters Cleared • Large Household Items Removed & Clearance • Gardening, Grass & Hedge Cutting, Strimming • Fences & Sheds Installed • Disposal of Garden Waste. Call Steve Fox now on 07976 908334 FOOT CARE or 01278 256649 or 01458 443094
MOBILE PHONES FOOT HEALTH ELECTRICIANS
Offering:
COLIN GOVIER ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS NICEIC Registered Approved Contractor
Tel: (01458) 442955 Mobile: 07585 304 658 FUNERAL DIRECTORS
FUNERAL DIRECTORS
M. Franks & Sons
PRACTITIONER
S.A.C.DIP.
5 Toe Nail Cutting Service £1
Unlocking ✔ Repairs ✔ Data Recovery ✔ Accessories ✔ Unlocked Handsets ✔ Contact Tracy Only Contracts ✔ T: 01749Sim 938712 M: 07787932416 01458 841741 E: tracylongthatcher@gmail.com
info@streetcellular.com • www.streetcellular.com INDEPENDENT DEALERS FOR 25 YEARS HOMECARE
MOBILITY SERVICES Social Services Registered
Fully Insured
Independent Family Funeral Directors Est. 1879
* Private Chapel of Rest * * 24 Hour Personal Service * Bath Road, Ashcott, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7 9QT Telephone
01458 210627 or 01458 860157 22GARAGE DOORS
Providing Any Help, Including: •Sitting Service •Days Out • Shopping Appointments •Care •Baths
Contact Susan:
07831 950 408
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LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z PLUMBERS
TAXIS
PLUMBING & HEATING • Boilers Installed & Serviced • Underfloor Heating & Renewable Heating • Bathroom & Kitchen Installed
07846 622036 01278 651122 www.mc-plumbingandheating.co.uk
P.L RICHARDS LTD PLUMBING & HEATING ENGINEERS
• BMW 5 Series & 7 Seater available • Airport & train station transfer • Long distance • Business travel •••••••••••••••••
07900 224 427 Number Five Taxis
Available for:
A friendly and reliable service Friendly
•All journeys bookings/quote call and reliable service.localFor & long •Airport transfers •Tours distance.Airport.Hotel.Train station. 4 •Local or long distance davezz56.dm@gmail.com
GAS • OIL • SOLID FUEL • SOLAR 07412 581 U/FLOOR HEATING • BATHROOMS & seater car. 7.30am-5pm WETROOM INSTALLATIONS and 11pm-4am everyday. CERAMIC TILING SERVICES
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01458 448510 07721 400164
No. 95560
www.plrichardsltd.co.uk
No. 95560
PLUM B H E AT.
• Friendly and reliable service • Local & long distance • Airport • Hotel • Train Station • 4 Seater Car
Advance booking taken
General plumbing and repairs.
01458 443 019
SCRAP METAL
[SCRAP METAL] FREE COLLECTION BEST PRICE PAID for cars or vans with or without MOT Call 7 days a week
07763 196 488
When replying to adverts please say you saw it in LocalReach WINDOW REPAIRS
Glazier, Windows & Door Engineer • Glass, Sealed Units • Handles & Hinges • Gaskets & Seals • Repairs & Servicing Call Stephen from GlassCorp on
01458 851 020 07563 623 604
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STOCKHOLM
• Contemporary grand sofa • Reversible seat & back cushions • Wide selection of fabrics • Choice of foot colour • Alternative sofa sizes plus coordinating chairs & footstools also on offer
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1400 spin washing machine • Large 8kg load capacity • VarioPerfect speed or energy saving options • 15 minute quick wash • High efficiency EcoSilence Drive • ‘A+++’ energy rating
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Open from Monday - Saturday 9.00am - 5.30pm. Closed Sunday. Free delivery throughout Somerset, North Somerset & Bristol* *Subject to minimum order value of £150. All offers subject to availability. ‘WAS / MAN REC PRICE / RRP’ charged in-store between 20.02.2017 & 31.03.2017. 0417. E&OE.
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• 40” SMART LED TV • 4K Ultra HD • High Dynamic Range • Local Dimming • 1600Hz BMR • Built-in Wifi • Catch-up TV • ‘A’ energy rating
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