Wells May 2017 LocalReach Issue No 11

MAY 2017 ISSUE No. 11

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We train our fitters thoroughly and expect them not only to take pride in their workmanship but in every other aspect of the Kingfisher service they help us provide. You will find them punctual, courteous, polite and tidy. As one of our customers, Noel Nation, puts it “....the workmanship was faultless and as a result we recommended them to our daughter .....”

Kingfisher is a long established family firm and family values dictate the way we do business. So much so that many of our customers become friends. Our product range is comprehensive and consistently keenly priced. It includes PVCu, timber and aluminium and can be viewed, at your leisure, at our showrooms.

options and choices to you, give advice where required, take careful measurements and give you a clear, detailed breakdown of costs.

We will then leave you to make a decision in your own time. You will not be harassed or badgered.

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DARLING BUDS OF MAY

Spring is definitely in full swing now. According to the Somerset Wildlife Trust if you head out to Westhay Moor reserve on the levels, you should hear Song Thrushes, Nightingales and Great Spotted Woodpeckers. Meanwhile, back in Wells, the Palace Moat swans’ eggs could be hatching anytime soon. Keep your eyes peeled.

May is a packed month: we have two Bank Holidays, a May Fair and Somerset Day is on the 11th May (an annual opportunity to celebrate all that is great about Somerset). And talking of celebrating where we live, the bid for Wells to become the UK City Of Culture 2021 has now been entered; shortlisted cities should be announced in June.

If it is based on an active community, Wells would win hands down. There is so much going on again this month and I’ve endeavoured to include it all. But I can only write about it if I know about it, so keep the information coming in!

Andrea Cowan, Community Editor for LocalReach, andrea@localreach.co.uk June issue editorial deadline: Wednesday 10th May 2017

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AFTER REMBRANDT

1 May – 5 June: ‘After Rembrandt’ - an art exhibition by David Cuthbert.

In the British Museum there is a drawing by Rembrandt called ‘Lamentation at the Foot of the Cross’. It is remarkable and complicated, made up from thirteen different pieces of paper, full of spatial ambiguities and depicts a multitude of different figures none of which are fully realised.

This drawing became the basis for a year’s work for David. In 2014 he made about sixty paintings and drawings derived from this study , exploring the ambiguities of Rembrandt’s drawing and developed them in different ways.

Wells & Mendip Museum. Normal Museum entry fees apply

CITY OF WELLS BOWLING CLUB

Monday 1 May: Ever thought of giving outdoor bowls a try?

It’s a game that has no age barrier and is played by both Ladies and Men. The City of Wells Bowling Club provides a friendly atmosphere where members can meet new friends. Why not give it a go and see if it’s a sport for you. Come along to a club night, every Monday at 6pm. Our season runs from now until September.

We are also holding Open Days on 4, 9, 18 and 25 May between 2.00 – 6.00pm so come at a time to suit you. We are situated on the Recreation Ground by the Bandstand. To find out more please contact Dave or Trudy Bishop on 01749 678988

WELLS GROUP OF SODA

Tuesday 2 May: Part of the national charity, The Society for Disabled Artists, we meet on Tuesdays in termtime, from 1.30 - 3.30pm, at the Somerset Skills and Learning centre, Portway, Wells.

We are a lively, friendly group, and offer a warm welcome. Materials are provided, we have a good magazine, and there are usually two painting expeditions further afield in the summer. There is also a chance to take part in two exhibitions this year for those who wish.

Further information from Maureen Simon 01749 673755 or Gill Kelly 01749 673334 you. We are situated on the Recreation Ground by the Bandstand. To find out more please contact Dave or Trudy Bishop on 01749 678988

FUNDING FOR COMMUNITY GROUPS

Are you involved in a local community or grassroots group?

Somerset Community Foundation awards grant funding for most types of community activity or project.

In 2015/16 we supported over 230 local charities, voluntary groups and social enterprises in our county. We run four grant rounds each year, and the next deadline to apply for funding is the 12th May. Please call our friendly grants team on 01749 344949 or visit www.somersetcf.org.uk/ foundationgrants for more information.

In addition, Comic Relief Community Cash grants of £500£1,000 are available to small organisations in Somerset that are doing great work to help local people living tough lives. The deadline to apply for these grants is 5th May and applications are available at www.somersetcf.org.uk/

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A COURSE IN GOLDWORK

4 – 25 May: The Bishop’s Palace is offering four week Goldwork Courses aimed at two levels of expertise, run by Liz Tapper from the Art of the Needle.

Both courses will run every Thursday, from 4 May to 25 May and cost £60. There are only 10 spaces on each course to ensure each student gets lots of attention.

The Beginners Goldwork Course is from 10am – 12pm and covers how to apply padding using craft felt, when to wax their thread, how to use and couch different types of gold metal thread and how to use cutwork.

The Intermediate Goldwork Course is from 1-3pm, covering the use of soft string padding and carpet felt padding, using cutwork in different ways and will also introduce spangles and twist.

The last week will be spent designing an original piece of goldwork, using these newly acquire skills.

To reserve a place, call 01749 988 111 or visit The Bishop’s Palace Shop.

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SPORTS MASSAGE ISN’T JUST ABOUT SPORT...

In my practice my clients are young and old and while I do treat and help sportsmen and sportswomen from a wide range of sports disciplines, I also treat a great number of people who have developed problems in their relation to their occupation. Carpenters, Builders and Electricians who often develop problems due to the physicality of their work and perhaps a little less obviously Chefs and Musicians who have developed problems related to their posture and repetitive strain injury (RSI) all benefit greatly from Sports Massage.

Some of my clients have a background of medical problems such as Parkinsons Disease and MS, which have given rise to alterations in their strength and posture and in turn given rise to muscle pains which benefit from sports massage therapy.

Whilst many clients come initially because they have a problem, sports massage therapy is also very useful in terms of maintenance of good muscle tone and balance and helps anticipate and prevent future problems arising. It also can provide a profound sense of wellbeing and lifting vitality.

However for Sports Massage Therapy to have the best opportunity of providing maximum benefit, it is vital that the therapist listens carefully to the client and gains a clear understanding of the clients problems and also of how they have occurred. This diagnostic (or detective) work is a very rewarding aspect of treatment, because it helps the client understand the problems more clearly and hopefully provide a basis for the client to anticipate and prevent problems for themselves.

All in all, Sports Massage Therapy is highly rewarding and beneficial, and for all these reasons I am passionate about Sports Massage Therapy and truly love my work.

To discuss how Belinda Mayne can help you, please telephone her directly on 07711 719422.

Belinda works as part of our friendly and professional team here at the Courtyard Natural Therapy Centre. We have a wide variety of treatments available including Foothealth, Shiatsu, Acupuncture, Nutrition and Allergy Testing and much more via our website. Established within Wells for 14 years, we pride ourselves on our professional reputation, and look forward to meeting yoU.

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THE LEGAL MINEFIELD OF LETTING A HOUSE.

The law on letting a house changes all the time, and it’s all too easy to get caught out – and believe me if you get caught out, the costs can be high. Many believe that you can simply find a tenant and move them in and pocket a comfortable profit; but it’s not that simple. Do you take a deposit? Have you reference checked your tenant? Do you know their legal immigration status? Have you provided your tenant with all the relevant certificates and information? What do you do if your tenant doesn’t pay?

I know – it’s a lot of questions, and already your head is probably spinning, whilst asking yourself the question, “Is all this absolutely necessary?”.

The answer is “Yes” – not only necessary, but a legal requirement. Fines for failure to comply can be as high as £10,000. Some cases can even carry a prison sentence, such as failure to provide a gas safety certificate.

The best way to ensure you remain legal, and have a stress free way of letting your home, is to appoint a letting agent. They are specialists in the field and a good one can save you time, money, and stress. They often offer different types of let, including ‘Let only’ and ‘Full Property Management’. Be sure to discuss all the options and go with the option which suits you.

If you’re currently letting a home without an agent – don’t panic. It’s not illegal to do so – but you could be falling foul of the law in other areas without realising it. Get in touch with a letting agent who can help you get legal, and stay legal.

At Silver Island Properties, we specialise in Full Property Management; we deal with all the hassle and stress for a simple monthly fee – and it’s probably cheaper than you think.

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A DOORWAY INTO GOTHIC ARCHITECTURE

Saturday 6 May: “Doorway into Gothic Architecture” special interest tour of Wells Cathedral.

The Cathedral is the first fully Gothic Cathedral in England. As well as its distinctive Early English work, it also has outstanding examples of the Decorated and the Perpendicular periods of medieval architecture. Our tour, taking place on 6 May, from 10-11.30am, will provide a fascinating insight into the development of English Gothic architecture from beginning to end. £10 per person. For details of this and other tours in the series please visit the Cathedral’s website at www.wellscathedral.org.uk, call us on 01749 671663 or email visits@wellscathedral.uk.net

SNAPSHOT OF WELLS

6 May – 30 September: This new exhibition at The Bishop’s Palace will take two significant, historical maps of Wells - the Simes map of 1735 and the 1860 Town Plan - as snapshots in time.

These will help us to explore what life was like in this city in the 18th and 19th centuries and to uncover some of Wells’ lost or hidden landmarks.

Featured in the exhibition will be a range of artefacts, images and stories that bring to life Wells’ past, including: the role of the Market House in the ‘Bloody Assizes’ of 1685; the life of the poor in 18th and 19th century Wells and how street name changes came about.

The exhibition is a partnership between The Bishop’s Palace, Wells City Archive and Wells & Mendip Museum.

Entrance to the exhibition is included in The Bishop’s Palace standard admission.

PLANT SALE AND OPEN GARDEN

Saturday 6 May: The Somerset Wildlife Trust is organising a plant sale and Open Garden at Rookery House, The Causeway, Mark TA9 4QH. There will be plants for sale, cakes, exhibitions, a raffle, children’s activities. £2 entry including coffee or tea. Easy parking in the field opposite. 10.30am to 1pm.

For further details ring Jill 01749 675477

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THE HISTORIAL USE OF WALLPAPERS

9 May: “The historical use of wallpapers in the British Interior, 1685 until today” is the subject of this month’s talk to Mendip DFAS. It is by Mrs Diana Lloyd, a freelance lecturer in ceramics, glass and interior decoration in Europe.

This lecture will cover the history and uses of wall paper from the late 17th century, showing influences from the current fabrics, imported Chinese materials and the French Royal Households. London was the centre of production in England until the 19th century. Well known artists and designers were involved in its production, including William Morris, Christopher Dresser and Andy Warhol.

11am at the Bath and West Bar & Restaurant in the Bath &West Show Ground. Details from www.mdfas.org.uk. Guests Welcome. Contact 01934 862435.

SINGING STONES

Wednesday 10 May: ‘Singing Stones” is this month’s talk for the Wells Civic Society.

Dr Julia Wood, City Archivist, and Jerry Sampson, author and buildings archaeologist, will share their knowledge and passion for the iconic buildings of Wells.

The buildings, materials and archaeology give us some insight into the lives of the people of Wells and the history of the city, its surrounds and of times past.

Wells & Mendip Museum at 7.30pm. Members are free; visitors are very welcome and asked for a contribution of £2 per person. Refreshments will be available.

For further information please contact the WCS chair at chris.f.winter@btinternet.com

HERITAGE COURTYARD STUDIOS

Contemporary Art Gallery & working artists' studios

• Contemporary Art Exhibitions & Installations • Classes & Workshops • Artists Studios Open To Visitors Open Tuesday to Saturday 10am - 4pm and daily during exhibitions.

For more information about all our latest exhibitions, classes and workshops check out our website at:

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At Wells Museum Cathedral Green, Wells BA5 2UE From Mon 22 to Sat 27 May 2017 10am to 4pm daily Free admission. Parking in Cathedral Green.

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LIVING WITH MAMMALS SURVEY

People’s Trust for Endangered Species (PTES) is calling for an army of volunteers to record any sightings of wild mammals they see in their gardens or local green spaces, as part of its annual Living with Mammals survey, until the end of June.

Volunteers are required to choose a site close to their home or place of work, and to spend a short time each week looking out for wild mammals or the signs they leave behind. Volunteers can record their sightings online or via paper forms.

To take part, register online at www.ptes.org/living-with-mammals/

HONOURING AN ENGLISH CRICKET LEGEND

W G Grace is credited as one of the sport’s greatest players and inventor of modern batmanship.

However when he came to play on what is now Wells Recreation Ground in 1867 he was out for a mere three runs. To mark the event a blue plaque was unveiled on the recreation ground wall by Rex Body, president of Gloucestershire County Cricket Club, which W G helped to found.

“He is the most iconic figure in the cricketing world,” said Rex who told how W G was famous for refusing to leave the wicket when ruled out, saying that the bails had been dislodged by a gust of wind not the ball.

“The plaque happened thanks to Clare Blackmore from Easton who discovered a report of W G’s visit in the Wells Journal archives,” said Wells Civic Society vice-chair Philip Welch.

The plaque is the fourth of a series being installed by the civic society and Wells Rotary Club to record rarely known facts from the city’s history and create a tourist trail.

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FROM NOTEBOOK TO BOOKSHOP

Wednesday 10 May: Wells Library at 2pm Stellar Scribes is a group of five women writers from Somerset who love to share their passion for a good yarn. Come and hear tales of how they got into print.

Between them they've written thrillers, romantic novels and children's books, and have all taken a different path to publication, Anne Randall's third crime novel, Torn, set in Glasgow, came out in April.

Jan Ellis has just launched a romance series about The Bookshop by the Sea, with A Summer of Surprises & An Unexpected Affair.

Nikki Copleston's The Shame of Innocence is a murder mystery set in Wiltshire.

Sonja Price's novel The Giants Look Down, is set partly in Kashmir.

Children's writer Barbara Spencer sets her first adult novel in Glastonbury and Street – Broken is out in May. Stellar Scribes will also be at Somerton Art Centre, Thursday 11 May – Somerset Day! For further information visit: www.stellarscribes5.wixsite.com/stellarscribes

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• 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.

Family creative workshops (free, no need to book!)

• Wednesday 5th April, 10.30am – 12.00pm and 2.00 – 3.30pm • Wednesday 31st May, 10.30am – 12.00pm and 2.00 – 3.30pm

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VISIONS OF SPACE 2

Wells & Mendip Astronomers, in association with BIS Southwest, present ‘VISIONS OF SPACE 2’ - An Exhibition of Astronomical and Space Art by British IAAA fellows, including David A. Hardy FBIS, Fellow and European Vice-President of the IAAA, former BIS President Bob Parkinson MBE, Jackie Burns, Richard Bizley, Gavin Mundy, Mark A. Garlick and Nick Stevens, as well as works by well-known American artists.

During a distinguished career of over 60 years, David A. Hardy’s work has been featured in numerous astronomy publications, as well as in hundreds of science fiction books and magazines. He has designed for TV (Blake’s 7, Cosmos, Horizon and the Sky at Night) and film (The Never Ending Story), computer games and record/CD sleeves (‘from Hawkwind to Holst!), and is one of only a few artists to have an asteroid named after him!

The exhibition will also feature a history of space exploration illustrated by models by BIS Fellow Mat Irvine, TV and film special affects wizard, designer, producer and director. Like David, Mat worked for many years with Sir Patrick Moore and other leading space scientists, and is also well-known as one of the creators of ‘Robot Wars’, as well as one of the BBC’s top special effects artists over many years (from sci-fi to comedy to BAFTA-winning dramas).

EXHIBITION PREVIEW/DAVID HARDY TALK: by booking only, from 7:30pm on Friday 9th June 2017, including an illustrated lecture, 'Faces of the Moon' by David A. Hardy, on how the Moon has been seen and portrayed over the years, as well as a live Skype-up with artists at the IAAA art show at Spacefest 8 in Tucson, Arizona, plus wine and canapés and a chance to talk with the artists. Tickets for the preview and lecture are £7 and are available by advance booking from http://www.wellsastronomers.org.uk/index.php/tickets/ MAT IRVINE TALK: Mat will be demonstrating his craft all day on Saturday 10th and Saturday 24th June (free entry). He will also give a talk on his work with Sir Patrick Moore for the ‘Sky at Night’ at 14:00 on 10th June. Entrance to Mat’s talk is £2 for WMA/BIS members, £3 for non-members, £5 for families, also by advance booking from http://www.wellsastronomers.org.uk/index.php/tickets/

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FINDS IDENTIFICATION DAY

WELLS GARDEN CLUB

Thursday 11 May: Jonathan Garrett will talk on ‘ Back to Nature? Some of us never left! ‘, a story about his life and current work.

Jonathan Garrett opened his first pottery in the 1980s and has had his work featured at the V&A, the Scottish Gallery, the Chelsea Fringe, Hilliers Arboretum and London’s Garden Museum.

MID SOMERSET OXFAM GROUP Known internationally for his glorious containers, his unique QUIZ NIGHT Sunday 14 May: at The Britannia Inn, Wells. 7.00 take on garden sculpture can be seen in the Piet for 7.30 pm start, £2.50 per person, teams of up Oudolf garden at Alton’s Bury Court and Dorset’s to 6 people. To book a table please ring Terry on Sculpture by the Lakes. He is also an excellent speaker and a keen gardener, preferring to allow 01749 672342.

Information on all our events can be found on our plants and wildlife to grow together.

7.30pm at Wells Town Hall. All welcome, guests £3. website midsomersetoxfam.co.uky Thursday 11 May: Bring along your finds from digging your garden or while out & about walking your dog and Laura Bennett, the Finds Liaison Officer for Somerset County Council, will try to identify them.

Wells & Mendip Museum, 11am – 3pm. No charge or booking necessary

WELLS SOUP

Saturday 13 May: The next instalment of our own Dragons Den. This gentler version of the popular TV show is called Wells SOUP where four charities each tell the audience about a particular project to help local people.

The charity which gets most audience votes receives half the £700 on offer and the other three share the rest of the money. All four benefit from the opportunity to publicise their charity.

“It will be fun.” promised Paddy O’Hagan, SOUP’s master of ceremonies and former star of the Rocky Horror Show. “All are welcome and come a little early if you want a good seat. And thanks to our sponsors Bowley’s Garage, Protec and Pilgrim Financial Planning” Seager Hall in Union Street, Wells with a 1pm start and 2pm finish

JOHN PARK Landscape Gardener, with over 20 years experience ALL LANDSCAPING & MAINTENANCE IN STREET AND SURROUNDING AREA Driveways, Patios, Decking, Ponds, Tree Surgery, New Lawns/Turfing, Summerhouses, Sheds, all types of fencing and much more.

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DEPENDABLE, QUALITY DENTISTRY WHEN YOU NEED IT MOST.

In the April edition I described how the prevention of injury and disease is central to our approach to providing dental healthcare. But what happens when prevention fails?

When the worst happens and an injury occurs or previous dental work comes to the end of its useful life, it is important to know that you can depend on your local dentist to give you timely help, advice and support. At Priory Dental, we are committed to doing just that. We aim to see all of our regular patients the same day if they call us before 10am with an urgent dental emergency. We pride ourselves on being able to provide a personal and responsive service.

Being a small independent practice allows us the ability to really get to know our patients. This means that if and when problems do occur we know what you want and need from us, and you can be confident in us to find the right solution for you.

New patients to the practice are currently registering to see me. So I thought I’d introduce myself, my name is Ryan Hughes and am keen to make us as approachable and straight-talking as possible.

I have a background in both Dentistry and Medicine and am both a Member of the Faculty of Dental Surgery at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and a Fellow of the Faculty of Dentistry at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. So not only can you be confident in us to help you when problems occur, but you can be confident that we have the ability to provide you with high quality dental solutions when you need them.

You now have a range of options for seeing us including PrioryPlan for access to regular dental advice and prevention from only £8.49/ month. Alternatively our pay-as-you go fees are some of the most competitive locally. Please see our website at www.priorydental.com for more information.

Dr Ryan K Hughes BDS(Bris), MBChB(Bris), BSc(Bris), MFDS(Edin), FFD(Ire).

The family dentist of Wells

29 Priory Road Wells BA5 1SU

Membership from only £8.49/month We are now have a limited capacity for new private patients and are able to offer the option to join our new PrioryPlan membership for only £8.49 per month to cover your routine dental costs. Or upgrade to PrioryPlan PLUS and include a custom-made sports mouthguard for you or your child during each full year of membership AND enjoy 5% off all other treatments. Alternatively our pay-as-you-go fees are some of the most competitive locally (see website for details).

PrioryPlan

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Dental examination including oral cancer check at six month intervals.

Dental x-rays included where clinically indicated.

Dental examination including oral cancer check at six month intervals.

Dental x-rays included where clinically indicated.

Scaling and advice to keep your gums healthy and your teeth looking great at each six-month appointment AND 5% off our pricelist for all additional treatment.

PLUS A CUSTOM MADE SPORTS MOUTHGUARD FOR YOU OR A CHILD UNDER 18YRS DURING EACH FULL MEMERSHIP YEAR*

Scaling and advice to keep your gums healthy and your teeth looking great at each six-month appointment.

ONLY £8.49 / month *

ONLY £13.49 / month *

www.priorydental.com

TEL 01749 678040

*See website for full details of Terms and Conditions. *Priory Dental reserves the right to withdraw this or any other offer without notice. Please note that PrioryPlan is a membership scheme run by Priory Dental. It includes access to specified services from Priory Dental during the period of membership. A minimum membership period of 12months applies to new members. After 12 months, membership may be cancelled at any time. PrioryPlan does not include any dental treatment beyond that specified and any further treatment provided will be at additional cost. PrioryPlan does not constitute a form of dental insurance nor does it involve the provision of credit. PrioryPlan is provided by Dr Ryan K Hughes trading as Priory Dental. Dr Ryan K Hughes is registered with the General Dental Council (registration number 85731) - see www.gdc-uk.org. Priory Dental is registered with the Care Quality Comission (CQC) - see www.cqc.org.uk.

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SUMMER SERENADE

Thursday 18 May: The Inner Wheel Club of Wells is holding a ‘Summer Serenade’ concert featuring The Smithy Singers, Flute Allsorts and students of the South West Music school.

This is a charity performance in aid of The Lawrence Centre and Life Education Wessex.

The Lawrence Centre provides day opportunities for older people living with memory loss and health issues where they can take part in a variety of activities including an outing every summer. Life Education Wessex works with children aged 3-13, parents and teachers to improve the health and to reduce the risk of drug misuse by young people.

Wells & Mendip Museum at 7.30 pm. Tickets are £10.

Contact: 01761 233982

STREET CHAMBER OF TRADE REQUIRES A NEW CHAIRPERSON

The Street Chamber of Trade and Commerce requires a new chairperson following the departure of the previous person.

The role is ideal for someone who is interested in Street and its development and also someone who has business background/ experience and wants to help the local businesses and the traders of Street. The right person would need to be able to delegate and also network with all sorts of businesses.

THE WELLS COMEDY FESTIVAL The existing committee have exciting plans for 6-28 May. The Wells Comedy Festival, forthcoming monthly events but need someone in association with Brothers Cider, outgoing to be the face of the chamber. The takes place over the May Bank Holiday surrounding towns all have successful chambers Weekend. and Street should be the same. We want the The festival brings some of the best Street chamber to hold regular fun but useful comedians in the country to the heart of meetings whereby the local businesses can Somerset in one jam-packed weekend network together but also the chamber needs to with 40 different shows. Acts include Cheddar’s very be the focal point for other agencies in Street with own Richard Herring, Milton Jones , Hal Cruttenden, issues that affect Street.

Stewart Lee, Sara Pascoe and James Acaster In the first instance please contact James Pike amongst many others. from LocalReach Ltd on 01458 555503 or email The venues include The White Hart Hotel, Wells Little james@localreach.co.uk There is an immediate Theatre, The Globe Inn and Cedars Hall. Tickets range start for the right person. from £6 - £12. Visit www.wellscomfest.com for ticket information.

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Good news for local music lovers: Shiftys has opened in Street stocking vintage vinyl, collectables, cds and music memorabilia, in addition to new releases.

CD’s Vinyl collectables The brain child of Chris Sheldon, Shiftys www.shiftys.org should appeal to all music tastes with R A E R • listings across many different genres. It’s a • S EW treasure trove with Chris sourcing collectable gems and hard- to-find vinyls, and adding new stock in all the time.

To keep records in top condition, there is a professional vinyl cleaning service on offer, and decks are set up so that customers can listen before they buy. A professional music producer for 11 years, Chris knows his stuff: he will also be offering additional services and advice such as basic mixing and track mastering.

It’s evident that this is a shop born out of a genuine passion, and well worth a PROFESSIONAL VINYL CLEANING visit: 169c High Street, Street. Alternatively, WE SELL LOCAL ARTISTS INSTORE & ONLINE find out more at www.facebook.com/ shiftyscollectables or the website 169c High Street STREET SOMERSET 07722 906 366 • info@shiftys.org www.shifty.org OUGHT AN •B

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COMMUNITY NOTICE BOARD

RETURN OF SWT NATURE RESERVES FUND Somerset Wildlife Trust is pleased to present the return of its successful Somerset Nature Reserves Fund. Launched in 2016, the Fund was established to raise money to safeguard some of Somerset’s most iconic landscapes and precious wildlife.

The Fund last year supported some amazing results for wildlife and was critical in conserving habitats for populations of some of Somerset's most charismatic wildlife, from Otters to Dormice. The county is now the stronghold for Bittern, with five booming males recorded last year on Somerset Wildlife Trust’s National Nature Reserve Westhay Moor, thanks to the restoration of their reedbed habitat. And the Trust’s Green Down Reserve now holds 36% of the UK population of Large Blue Butterfly.

For more information on the Fund and some examples of where monies raised will be spent, please visit Somerset Wildlife Trust’s website: www.somersetwildlife.org/reservesfund You can donate securely by card on our website at somersetwildlife.org/reserves fund or by telephoning 01823 652429. Every donation, whatever the size, will make a difference.

Photo credit: James Maben

THE FUTURE OF SPACE EXPLORATION

Friday 5 May: The Wells & Mendip Astronomers (WMA) and British Interplanetary Society (BIS) will be hosting a talk on 'The Future of Space Exploration' by Dr. David Baker FBIS, Editor of 'Spaceflight' magazine and former NASA engineer.

The global space industry is now worth some $350 billion, with major new players joining from the developing world.

Dr. Baker will examine current trends and likely future developments in manned and unmanned spaceflight.

The talk will take place at 7:30pm at the Wells & Mendip Museum and is open to WMA and BIS members £2 and nonmembers £3.

Booking required through: http://www.wellsastronomers.org. uk/index.php/tickets/

Who we are and what do we do?

We are an experienced and established care company, based in South Wales and the South West of England.

We have been providing care and support to people within their own homes for over 20 years.

We offer a number of different services that can be adapted to meet the requirements of each individual. Some of the services that we provide are: • Daily Living Support • Social Activity Support • Complex Care Support • Enablement • End of life Care support

At i-care we care

If you are interested in discussing our service and how we can help to enable you to live an independent and happy lifestyle in the comforts of your own home please call us on:

01373 461438

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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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COMMUNITY NOTICE BOARD

WHITSUN FAMILY FUN AT THE PALACE

This May Half Term, don’t miss a range of entertaining and educational activities taking place for families at The Bishop’s Palace in Wells.

Kicking off on 29 May (Bank Holiday Monday) with a ‘Nature Ninjas’ activity day in the Community Garden, children will be encouraged to try their hand at pond dipping, minibeast hunting, seed sowing and following a specially designed garden trail!

On Friday 2 June, it’s Family Fun Friday and the theme is “Creepy Crawlies”.

Take the little ones along to the Stable Yard Room for creative crafting of Wiggly Spiders, Wriggly Caterpillars and Funny Frogs. When they’ve finished their artistic creations, they can let off steam in the Gardens by following the new Creepy Crawly Trail!

If that hasn’t tired everyone out, then it’s time to visit the Dragon’s Lair play area where kids can let their imagination run wild and explore the themes of the Palace in the most fun way!

The Bishop’s Palace. All activities are included with the standard admission ticket

LIMITLESS YOUTH WELLS NEEDS YOU!

Elim Connect Centre has a range of volunteering opportunities available including Limitless Youth who are in need of local community members to support the Limitless Youth Club at the Centre. It is the only youth club in Wells and is popular with Teens from 11-18years old. We host two sessions on a Friday evening from 6.30-8pm & 8pm-10pm.

If you are able to serve refreshments and run a small tuck shop, or help us sign young people in, or keen to supervise and chat to young people – we would love to hear from you!

We need male and female volunteers that are able to commit to a flexible rota, minimum of once per month. Previous experience not essential .Full training and support will be provided.

If you would like to explore this rewarding opportunity, please contact Jim@connect-centre.org.uk

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FUNERAL DIRECTORS

PAINTING & DECORATING

Viv's Painting & Decorating Experienced Lady Painter & Decorator, Interior & Exterior, Reasonable Rates & Free Estimates Tel: 01749 675807 or 07813 010224

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!

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The Nib, Priory Health Park, Glastonbury Road, Wells BA5 1TH • rod@wfs.me.uk

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PLUMBING & HEATING

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• Boilers Installed & Serviced • Underfloor Heating & Renewable Heating • Bathroom & Kitchen Installed

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RECRUITMENT CONSULTANTS

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We provide recruitment services across Somerset.

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Somerset Structures Bespoke Summer Houses Log Cabins & Sheds

Based in Wells covering all of Somerset we offer a full drawing service for all your requirements.

If you have an odd shaped piece of land why not build something to fit.

Visit our website www.somersetstructures.com Facebook somerset structures wells Telephone 01749 321 990 or 07825 237 440

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Frances Christine 01749 939578 Randall BA Hons Fashion Knitwear & Textiles Centrally located in Wells. Collection/delivery if required.

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Glazier, Windows & Door Engineer • Glass, Sealed Units • Handles & Hinges • Gaskets & Seals • Repairs & Servicing Call Stephen from GlassCorp on

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