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ONLINE St Margaret’s Hospice

Care Weekly Prize Draw The draw takes place every Friday (advance notice given if the draw day changes) and each chance costs just £1. All of the profits raised from the hospice draw provide vital funding to help St Margaret’s support patients and families facing the challenge of a life-limiting illness. For more information about the prize draw and other ways of supporting St Margaret’s Hospice Care, please visit www.st-margarets-hospice. org.uk.

SHERBORNE School Readers

Required! The Schoolreaders charity provides volunteers to listen to children read in primary schools, at no cost to the school. No experience needed, just a good command of the English language and a spare hour or two a week in term time. Illiteracy affects all areas of life! If willing to help, please complete the online application at www. schoolreaders.org or call the Schoolreaders team on 01234 924111.

Volunteer drivers required!

Sherborne Voluntary Ambulance (SVA) provides transport for older local residents. The chairman of the SVA board of trustees is a local doctor who is passionate about using the ambulance, aka the Red Bus, to encourage older people, still fearful of leaving their homes, to get out and enjoy themselves! All drivers are volunteers. If interested and have a couple of evenings to spare each month, please contact John Miller on 01935 873784 or at denis70john@ sky.com. Clean licence and D1 category required. For more information, see the SVA Facebook page.

YEOVIL New Breast Cancer

Unit Appeal The banners and boards are up outside Yeovil Hospital announcing the new Breast Cancer Unit is coming soon. Yeovil Hospital Charity is still collecting unwanted/broken jewellery and watches for the appeal to reach the last amount of the target – this is one of the charity’s biggest fundraisers. The charity needs £2,500,000 – and it’s nearly there! This unit is so needed for the community. To donate, please contact Maggie (fundraising appeal) on 01963 250108.

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Coffee Morning

COMPTON DUNDON Every

first Wednesday from 10.30am to 12.00 noon at Compton Dundon Meadway Hall Meeting Room, there is a coffee morning. Coffee, tea, cakes and chat for everyone!

KINGSBURY EPISCOPI

Every Friday from 10.30am to 12.00 noon at the Methodist Church Wesley Room, come to the ‘Coffee Pot’. Coffee, tea and community chat for all. Donations are welcome.

MARTOCK Every fourth Friday

from 10.30am to 12.00 noon at Martock Parish Hall, there is a coffee morning. Coffee and homemade cakes. Everyone welcome!

MILBORNE PORT Every Friday

from 10.30am to 12.00 noon at WI Room, Town Hall, there is a coffee morning. Coffee, tea, cakes and biscuits. All welcome.

QUEEN CAMEL Every second

Tuesday from 10.30am to 12.00 noon at the Memorial Hall is the Village Cafe. Enjoy good coffee, tea and cake. Book and jigsaw exchange. It’s an opportunity to meet friends and make new ones. Bottle top collection in aid of the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance. Profits from the Village Cafe over the next few months will be donated to the Lord’s Larder Food Bank in Yeovil.

SHERBORNE Every Thursday

from 10.00am to 11.30am at Cheap Street Church Hall is Coffee Time. Everyone welcome.

SOUTH PETHERTON Every

last Wednesday from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at The David Hall, there is a coffee morning. Pop in for a cuppa and a chat. Look around the book and bric-a-brac stalls and, more often than not, listen to some live music. Free entry. A ‘Support the Hall’ event.

WEST CAMEL Every Thursday

from 9.15am to 11.15am at The Davis Hall, there is a coffee morning. There will be the usual tea, coffee and cake. Bread and cakes from The Bakery A303 are on sale, also charity cards and sometimes plants and local produce, plus post office facilities. Free entry. WINCANTON On Saturday 10 September from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at St Peter and St Paul Parish Church, there is a coffee morning. Books, cakes and raffle. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call 01963 824503. YEOVIL Every Thursday from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at Yeovil Baptist Church, there is a coffee morning. At ‘Jacob’s Well’, hot and cold drinks are served, along with a delicious array of homemade cakes, scones and other goodies. Outdoor seating area available. Entry free. A warm welcome guaranteed!

Fair

& West Showground, it is the Shepton Antiques and Collectors Fair. Open: Friday 12.00 noon to 5.00pm, Saturday 9.00am to 5.00pm, and Sunday 10.00am to 4.00pm. Tickets: Friday £10 (Friday ticket allows entry for Saturday and Sunday), Saturday £5, Sunday £5. For more information, visit www.iacf.co.uk. SOUTH PETHERTON On Saturday 17 September from 11.00am to 4.00pm at South Petherton Hospital, The League of Friends of South Petherton Hospital is holding a summer fayre in the grounds of the hospital. There will be a range of games, music, craft stalls, refreshments and entertainment throughout the day. To book a stall, book online at form. jotform.com/RFHEVENTS/southpetherton-hospital-summer-fay. Please come along and support this hospital which provides a wide range of outpatient clinics, therapy, X-rays, MRI scans and a specialist stroke recovery unit, plus, soon to be opening, a dedicated end-of-life room for local people. WELLS On Sunday 11 September from 10.00am to 4.00pm at The Bishop’s Palace, the hugely popular Rare Plant Fair returns, with its fantastic range of expert nurseries, offering a wonderful range of rare and unusual plants. Payment on the door via the Rare Plant Fair’s organisers. Admission: discounted rate £8 adult, under 16s free. Bishop’s Palace Members and Wells Heritage Passes: free. www.bishopspalace. org.uk.

Festival

CHILLINGTON On Saturday 3 September from 11.00am until 4.00pm, it is ‘ChillFest’ – the village’s annual festival in aid of St James Church. The highlight is the Harry-Potter-themed flower festival in the church, plus various arts, crafts, furniture, produce stalls and games, as well as teas and cakes, BBQ and bar. WELLS From Saturday 27 to Monday 29 August from 9.30am to 5.30pm at The Bishop’s Palace, get a glimpse

of medieval life at the Medieval Weekend, with the historical re-enactment group and medieval weapons experts, Bowlore. They will be giving lively displays throughout the day, with demonstrations and choreographed combat, using longbows, pallaxes, Dane hammers, falchion and langmesser, to name but a few! Bowlore, encamped in the stunning ruins of the Great Hall, will be on hand to share their expertise and answer questions. Entrance to the Medieval Weekend is included with general admission. For more information, visit www. bishopspalace.org.uk or call 01749 988111.

Fete

HALSTOCK On Saturday 3 September from 1.00pm to 4.00pm at Halstock Village Hall and field on Leigh Lane is Halstock Fete. There will be a silent auction, brica-brac, tombola, book-CD-DVD sale, photographic competition, kid’s LEGO competition, a farming corner, model aircraft display, and live music. Refreshments available: bar, BBQ, ices, teas and cakes. A fun afternoon for all, so come along and join in for as little as £1 for the over 12s. The sole aim of the fete is to provide money for local charities and worthy causes.

Food

CREWKERNE Every Friday at 1.00pm at the Henhayes Centre, it is the Chef’s Special Roast Lunch. Fruit juice on arrival, roast lunch followed by dessert, with tea or coffee to finish. Members £10, non-members £11.50. Lunch served at 1.00pm, bar open from 12.30pm. A takeaway box is available at £8. Booking essential by 10.30am. To book, phone 01460 74340. Every third Saturday from 9.30am to 12.00 noon at the Henhayes Centre, the yummy Henhayes Big Breakfast is served! Last orders at 11.30am. Breakfasts start from £5. Full breakfast menu and vegetarian options are available, with vegan options on request. The big breakfast coincides with the table-top sale. Every weekday (except Thursdays and Fridays) at 12.30pm at the Henhayes Centre, a two-course lunch is served. Members £8, non-members £10. Booking essential by 10.30am on the day. Lunch served from 12.30pm. To book, call 01460 74340 or email office@henhayescentre.org. LONG SUTTON On Tuesday 30 August at 7.00pm at Long Sutton Golf Club, The Rotary Club of Yeovil is hosting a charity fundraising dinner and presentation. Twocourse meal and coffee £20 per person. Guest speaker Chris Hocking will talk about ‘The Jubilee Pageant Float – Build-up, Entry and Experience’. Chris is project director for Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival. Doors open 6.30pm. Advance bookings only; contact a Yeovil Rotary member or email brianmurraylls@aol.com. Early booking advisable. Proceeds to Bridgwater Carnival, The Rotary Foundation and other needy charitable causes.

SANDFORD ORCAS Every Wednesday

to Friday from 12.00 noon at The Mitre Inn, there is a Senior Citizens two-course lunch for £12.95. Contact Allen or Cheryl on 01963 220271. www.mitreinn.co.uk. Every Sunday from 12.00 noon at The Mitre Inn, Sunday roast is served – there are always three choices of meat along with a vegetarian and fish option. Adult £12.95, medium/OAP £11.75, child £9.50. Contact Allen or Cheryl on 01963 220271. www.mitreinn.co.uk. SHERBORNE On Tuesday 6 and Tuesday 20 September from 11.00am to 1.30pm at The Digby Hall is the RVS Sherborne Lunch Club – a lunch club for older people! Come and enjoy a delicious two-course meal cooked by the friendly team of volunteers. An opportunity to meet up with friends and make new ones. Tea or coffee from 11.00am. Lunch is served at 12.15pm. Members pay £5. Transport for Sherborne residents can be arranged with Sherborne Voluntary Ambulance Service. For more information, call 07502 130241. YEOVIL On Thursday 15 September at 7.00pm at The Emporium, there’s a Secret Acoustic Folk Supper with an incredible line-up arranged by Bearcat Collective. Fresh, exciting menus (see website for details), licensed bar and friendly service in a relaxed and stylish cafe. Tickets £8 (bar and food not included in ticket price), advance bookings only. To book, call 01935 411378, email info@ theemporiumyeovil.co.uk or book online at www.theemporiumyeovil.co.uk. On Saturday 17 September from 10.00am to 4.00pm is the Yeovil eat:Festival, part of Super Saturday! This one-day food and drink market, organised by multi-award-winning eat:Festivals, will be held in the grounds of St John’s churchyard, The Borough and King George Street, and will showcase over 50 local food and drink producers. Free to attend. www.eatfestivals.org.

Garden

SANDFORD ORCAS On Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 September from 10.00am to 4.00pm at Glenholme Herbs, there is an Open Garden Weekend, showcasing a huge range of culinary and medicinal herbs and salvias. Guided tours, plants for sale, children’s wildlife trail, beautiful pond, cakes and refreshments. For more information, call 01963 220302 or visit www.glenholmeherbs. co.uk. WINCANTON On Saturday 3 September from 2.00pm to 4.00pm at Wincanton Memorial Hall, Wincanton & District Gardeners’ Association is holding its 65th annual show. Doors open at 2.00pm. Prize giving and raffle at 3.30pm. Refreshments available. Admission: adults £1.50, under 16s free. Schedules available from 01963 32081. For more information, visit www. wincantongardeners.co.uk.

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Market

BRADFORD ABBAS Every Tuesday from 1.00pm to 2.00pm at the Rose and Crown car park. Local suppliers including meat, veg, bakery, florist and other stalls. CASTLE CARY Every Tuesday from 9.00am to 2.00pm at the Market House is a weekly open-air market. Food stalls: West-Countrysourced fish, extensive range of cheeses, greengrocery and eggs, artisan bread, home-made preserves, home-made pies and pasties, cakes, freshly-cooked Thai food and sauces, and Jack’s Mac and Cheese. Contact 01963 351763. www.castle-cary.co.uk/market. CREWKERNE Every third Saturday from 9.00am to 1.00pm outside Henhayes Centre is Crewkerne Farmers’ Market. It has a comprehensive selection of stalls, offering bread and baked goods, dairy and eggs, drinks, fish, fruit, vegetables, meat, as well as preserves and honey. For more information, visit www.somersetfarmersmarkets.co.uk. DRAYTON Every third Saturday from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at Drayton Village Hall is the monthly market. Produce includes bread, vegetables, meats, butter, cheese, cakes, preserves, honey, desserts, savouries and plants. Refreshments available. Free parking. EAST COKER Every Friday from 3.00pm to 4.00pm at the Recreation Ground. Local suppliers including meat, veg and bakery. ILMINSTER Every Thursday from 8.00am to 5.00pm at the Market House is Ilminster Town Market. There are a variety of stalls, including a barber. Regular traders sell fruit and veg, bread, cakes, fish, preserves, olives and nuts, cheese, decorative items for the home and plants. For more information, contact Ilminster Town Council on 01460 52149. LANGPORT Every second Saturday from 10.00am to 4.00pm in the town centre is the Langport Vintage Market, an eclectic market offering a range of vintage traders

selling homeware, clothing, jewellery and collectables. This flea market, located in the shade of the trees at the entrance to Cocklemoor Car Park, has a friendly atmosphere with a French Brocante feel. www. langportvintagemarket.co.uk. LEIGH Every Wednesday from 1.00pm to 2.00pm at Leigh Village Hall car park. Local suppliers. MARTOCK On Saturday 10 September from 10.00am to 1.00pm at the Moorland’s Shopping Precinct is Martock Farmers’ Market, with stalls selling vegetables, cheese, coffee, chicken, beef, cordials, jams, bread, savouries and plants. Any enquiries, please call Fergus on 01935 822202.

MILBORNE PORT Every

Saturday from 10.00am to 1.00pm at The Square. Local suppliers including meat, veg, bakery, florist and other stalls. ODCOMBE Every Friday from 1.00pm to 2.00pm at Odcombe Village Hall car park. Local suppliers including meat, veg and bakery.

SHEPTON MALLET Every

Friday from 9.00am to 2.00pm at the Market Place is Shepton Mallet market. This historic market offers a wide range of fresh local produce, such as fruit, veg, bread, cheese, seafood and cider. For more information, visit the market’s Facebook page or call 07912 769731. SHERBORNE On Sunday 18 September from 10.00am to 3.00pm, The Sherborne Market will take place on Cheap Street, Abbey Road, Half Moon Street, Digby Road and Pageant Gardens. This artisan market features local producers and suppliers, amazing food, plus arts and crafts. For more information, follow on social media or visit www. thesherbornemarket.com. Every Thursday from 9.00am to 11.30am at Digby Memorial Church Hall is Sherborne Country Market. Come and enjoy a range of quality products: cakes and savouries, jams and chutneys, crafts, local eggs, cheese and meat, seasonal vegetables and flowers – all home-made, home-grown or handcrafted by a cooperative of local people. Refreshments available. For more information, visit the market’s Facebook page. Every third Friday from 9.00am to 1.00pm at Cheap Street, there is a Dorset Farmers’ Market. Come and support local Dorset traders with a gorgeous selection of outdoor stalls. For more information, visit www. visit-dorset.com/food-and-drink/ farmers-markets.

Every first Saturday from 9.00am to 12.30pm at The Digby Hall, there is a monthly indoor market. Arts, crafts, food and more. Cafe. Toilets. Free entry.

SOMERTON Every first Friday

from 9.00am to 2.00pm at the Buttercross, Market Place, is Somerton market. Vintage, retro finds, bike repairs, artisan food and more. Every Saturday from 9.00am to 12.00 noon at The Unicorn Hotel skittle alley is the Wessex Country Market offering a wide variety of artisan produce. Home-made baked goods using locally sourced ingredients, jams, marmalades, chutney and pickle – all unique to this market. Locally sourced butter, cheese, meat and fresh vegetables in season. For more information, visit Scrumerton Facebook page or call 01458 273926.

WEST COKER Every Thursday

from 10.00am to 11.00am behind Saunders Butchers. Local suppliers.

Open Day

HENSTRIDGE On Tuesday 6 September from 2.00pm to 4.30pm at Henstridge Village Hall, there is an open afternoon – an opportunity to find out about the u3a and see what is on offer at the Blackmore Vale branch. New groups in photography and board games are starting, and the 2022/3 list of speakers will also be available. Come along for a glass of wine or a cup of tea and chat to the talented group leaders. Become a member in September and get three months for free! For more information, call 01963 204318 or www.u3asites.org.uk/ blackmore. MARTOCK On Wednesday 21 September at 2.30pm at Martock Parish Hall, Martock & District u3a is holding an open afternoon with free tea and cakes! Come and ‘live, laugh, learn’ with Martock & District u3a – local, friendly and open to all. There is a monthly meeting with a wide range of speakers and chat over tea and cake, group outings to venues and events, a variety of learning, interest and hobby groups including music, languages, hobbies, arts and sciences, with new groups suggested to cover all members interests. For more information, email martocku3amembership@gmail. com or call 01460 240788. SHERBORNE On Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 September from 11.30am to 3.30pm at the Sherborne Steam & Waterwheel Centre, there is an open day, as part of Dorset Heritage Week. Waterwheel and steam engines running, audio visual displays and many items of local and historic interest. Tea room, picnic area, toilet, free parking on road. Entry by donation (cash or card). For more information, visit www. sswc.co.uk. TEMPLECOMBE On Monday 29 August from 10.30am to 3.55pm at Gartell Light Railway, Yenston, is the Gartell Light Railway open day. Trains will depart from the main station at Common Lane every 20 minutes. The comfortable three-coach trains, pulled by either a steam or diesel locomotive, travel the complete line calling at Pinesway Junction, Tower View and Park Lane stations. A return journey from Common Lane normally takes 30 minutes. Visitors can break the journey and alight at any station. Unlimited day ticket fares: adult £9, senior citizen £8, under 14s £5, under 3s free, dogs £3 (no large dogs). For more information, visit Gartell’s Facebook page.

Sale

CREWKERNE Every third

Saturday from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at the Henhayes Centre, there is a fundraising table-top sale/craft fair. £5 per table. Set up from 9.00am. To book a table, email office@ henhayescentre.org. The sale coincides with the Henhayes Big Breakfast!

ILCHESTER Every Sunday

at Ilchester Sports Field is the Ilchester Charity Car Boot Sale – raising funds for the local community. Sellers: gates open 7.30am. Buyers: no access to stalls prior to 8.30am. Car entries £1, pedestrians 50p. Dog friendly. For more information, phone 07967 280754 or visit the car boot sale’s Facebook page. SOUTH PETHERTON On Saturday 10 September from 9.30am to 12.30pm at The David Hall, there is a table top sale – a ‘Support the Hall’ event. Selling? Buying? Come to the early autumn sale. Refreshments available. Free entry on the day. Sellers: £15 per table, book online at www.thedavidhall.com.

Social

ASHILL Every Tuesday from 7.30pm to 9.30pm at Ashill Village Hall, there is Scottish country dancing with a fully qualified teacher. It’s a great evening, so come along for fun, fitness and friendship. All welcome. Only £3 per session. For more information, email Anita Wilson at anitaandjim22@ gmail.com.

BISHOP’S CAUNDLE Every

Friday at 7.00pm at Bishop’s Caundle Village Hall, come along to the Butterfly Twilight Majorette Troupe for the over 18s. Have fun getting to grips with a baton and pom-poms. Enjoy the choreography, music and routines. Improve fitness, balance, coordination, communication, confidence and self-esteem. For more information, email butterflytwilightmajorettes@ gmail.com.

BRUTON Every second

Wednesday from 2.00pm to 3.00pm at Bruton Methodist Church, there is a Sing&Smile session with the Golden-Oldies Charity. Enjoy a good old singalong to those well-loved hits of the 50s onwards? Then come along, make friends and have fun. £3 donation per session. For more information, visit www.golden-oldies.org.uk. Bruton Choral Society will resume rehearsals in September and is keen to recruit new members with some choral experience. The society is a wellestablished and friendly group with a wide-ranging and eclectic repertoire including Vivaldi, Handel, Mozart, Schubert and Fauré, as well as Rutter, Scott Joplin, George Shearing, spirituals, jazz and arrangements from musicals. Rehearsals are in Bruton on Wednesday evenings. If interested in coming along, please call Barbara on 01749 812708 or email bjenkinson708@btinternet. com prior to attending a first rehearsal. For more information, visit www brutonchoralsociety. org.uk. CREWKERNE On Tuesday 6 September from 11.00am to 2.00pm at the Henhayes Centre, there is a two-course set lunch

and live entertainment for the over 55s. £13 per person. Lunch is home-made chicken Kiev with new potatoes, followed by waffle with toffee sauce and cream; entertainment is provided by Derek Boles. To book, call 01460 74340 or email office@ henhayescentre.org. On Tuesday 13 September from 11.00am to 2.00pm at the Henhayes Centre, there is a two-course set lunch and live entertainment for the over 55s. £13 per person. Lunch is sweet and sour chicken with rice, followed by pineapple fool and coconut biscuits. To book, call 01460 74340 or email office@ henhayescentre.org. On Tuesday 20 September from 11.00am to 2.00pm at the Henhayes Centre, there is a summer party for the over 55s. £13 per person. Lunch is honey and mustard chicken with new potatoes, followed by banoffee pie; entertainment is provided by Vikki Starr. To book, call 01460 74340 or email office@ henhayescentre.org. On Tuesday 27 September from 11.00am to 2.00pm at the Henhayes Centre, there is a two-course set lunch and live entertainment for the over 55s. £13 per person. Lunch is risotto and garlic bread, followed by Italian cookies and cream; entertainment is provided by Jan McNeill. To book, call 01460 74340 or email office@ henhayescentre.org. Every Tuesday from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at the Henhayes Centre, come along to the Henhayes Computer Group for the over 55s. Get help with computers, tablets, and smart phones in a welcoming and social environment. £3.50 per session, includes tea/coffee and a biscuit. To book, email office@ henhayescentre.org. Every Tuesday from 2.00pm to 4.00pm at the Henhayes Centre, there is a Henhayes Knitters session for the over 55s. Enjoy a knit and natter session, while raising funds for the Henhayes Centre. All abilities are welcome. To book, email office@ henhayescentre.org. Every Friday from 11.00am at the Henhayes Centre is the Meet, Greet and Eat group for the over 55s. This consists of many smaller clubs, such as, the chess, bridge, scrabble, craft and book clubs, meeting each week for companionship and camaraderie, followed by a special roast lunch. Members £10, non-members £11.50, includes club of choice and lunch. Tea/coffee on arrival. Twocourse roast lunch, served at 1.00pm, followed by tea/coffee and a chocolate. (Lunch only can also be booked.) To book, email office@henhayescentre.org.

ILMINSTER Every second

Friday from 1.45pm to 2.45pm at Ilminster Arts Centre is the Readers Group Monthly Book Club. An informal and friendly book group that meets to chat and share ideas about the latest ‘read’. £3 per session. All welcome. For more information, email jan.hopwood@tiscali. co.uk. Every last Friday from 2.00pm to 3.00pm at Ilminster Parish Hall, there is a Sing&Smile session with the Golden-Oldies Charity. Enjoy a good old singalong to those well-loved hits of the 50s onwards? Then come along, make friends and have fun. £3 donation per session. For more information, visit www.golden-oldies.org.uk.

QUEEN CAMEL Every

second Thursday from 2.00pm to 3.00pm at Cleaveside Communal Lounge, there is a Sing&Smile session with the Golden-Oldies Charity. Enjoy a good old singalong to those well-loved hits of the 50s onwards? Then come along, make friends and have fun. £3 donation per session. For more information, visit www.goldenoldies.org.uk.

SHERBORNE Every second

Tuesday from 11.30am to 1.30pm at Sherborne Library, there are ‘Family and Local History’ sessions with the Somerset and Dorset Family History Society. Share stories and get help with family research – all welcome. For more information, call 01935 812683. Every Wednesday during term time from 10.30am to 12.00 noon at The Digby Hall, The Rock Choir meets up in the Wingfield Room. There’s no need to read music, no need to audition and no experience needed. Come along and have fun – everyone is welcome! Book a free taster session and give it a try. To book or to find out more, visit www.rockchoir.com or call 01252 714276. Every Thursday during term time from 10.15am to 12.00 noon at Digby Memorial Church Hall, come and sing with the Local Vocals, a Dorset

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community choir. A fun and friendly harmony choir for all voices. Songs taught by ear. No auditions. Beginners welcome. For more information, visit www.localvocals.org or call Lesley on 07933 928122. Every Thursday during term time from 1.00pm to 3.00pm at Sherborne Library, there is ‘The Scribes Writing Group’. Come along to share personal work, discuss how to improve and receive inspiration and ideas from others. For more information, call 01935 812683. Every Thursday from 2.00pm to 4.00pm at Sherborne Library, have a free one-to-one ‘Get Online with a Digital Champion’ session. Book in to get help using a computer or personal device. Booking is essential. To book, call the library directly on 01935 812683. SOMERTON Every second Thursday from 10.30am to 12.00 noon at Somerton Sports Club, come along to the Friendship Club – for a chat and a laugh. Entry 50p. Tea 20p, coffee 30p. Biscuits are free, as is a second cuppa. Prize draw and bingo. For more information, contact Mo on 07718 920198 or 01458 274631. SOUTH PETHERTON Every Monday from 5 September at 7.30pm at The David Hall, The Stanchester Quire, a community quire led by musical director Eddie Upton, will meet up to learn Christmas carols and songs from the South West, several of which originate within a twenty-mile radius of South Petherton, with a view to performing them at Christmas concerts. No auditions. No need to read music, as everything is learnt by ear. All welcome. The first two weeks are free to new members, so why not give it a try? For more information, email stanchesterquire1@gmail. com or call Bonnie on 01935 822287. WEST CAMEL Every Thursday from 8 September from 7.30pm to 9.30pm at The Davis Hall, there is Scottish country dancing with St Michael’s Scottish Country Dance Club. £2 per session; first two visits free. For more information, visit www. stmichaelsscdclub.org or email elspeth_a_ wright@ hotmail.com. YEOVIL Every Tuesday from 13 September at 7.30pm at Yeovil College, Yeovil Community Choir meets in the Kingston Building. New members are very welcome, and all that is needed is a willingness to join in! The choir sings a range of music including songs from shows and folk songs, and will be starting to learn songs for its Christmas concert programme. For more information, call Janice on 01935 429322 or email Fe@ talktalk.com. The choir is part of Yeovil Music Centre; Yeovil Community Orchestra meets at the same time, new members welcome. Every third Wednesday from 2.00pm to 3.45pm at Holy Trinity Church and Community Centre, there is a Tea Party. There will be a talk at 2.30pm followed by Afternoon Tea (£3) and a raffle. Free parking. For more information, call Howard or Di on 01935 476871. Every Thursday at 2.00pm at Yeovil Golf Club, Yeovil Phoenix Bridge Club holds friendly duplicate bridge sessions, with assisted play and partners. To register an interest, email yeovilphoenix@gmail.com or call Bob Warrender on 01963 440070. www. bridgewebs.com/yeovil. Every Friday at 1.00pm at The Gateway, Yeovil Community Church, there is a Yeovil Good Afternoon Choir session with conductor Chris Grabham. No auditions. No charge for the first rehearsal. The choir will enjoy all sorts of music – from folk songs to choral favourites. Sing for fun – everyone welcome. For more information, visit www. goodafternoonchoir.org or call 01761 472468. Every first Friday from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at Yeovil Labour Club, Yeovil u3a has its monthly meeting. Yeovil u3a is an organisation for the retired, with many interest groups, events and outings. Members free, non-members £2. Coffee/ tea and biscuits £1. Parking available in The Quedam multi-storey car park. For more information, visit www.u3asites.org.uk/yeovil or email yeovilu3a@gmail.com.

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Sport

CREWKERNE Every Monday from 2.30pm to 3.30pm at the Henhayes Centre is Pilates for the over 55s. Suitable for all abilities. To book, email office@henhayescentre.org. Every Monday and Thursday from 9.30am to 10.30am at the Henhayes Centre is Physio Fit for the over 55s. A chair-based exercise/physio for all abilities. aimed at those suffering with mobility issues or recovering from health problems. £4 (members £3). To book, email office@ henhayescentre.org. Every Monday and Thursday at the Henhayes Centre is Crewkerne Indoor Short Mat Bowls Club. Come along for a social and enjoyable afternoon or evening of gentle exercise, companionship and fun competition. Open to all ages, play in all weathers. Times: Monday from 7.00pm to 9.30pm, Thursday 2.00pm to 4.30pm. £10 annual subscription, from £3 per session. First two familiarisation sessions free. For more information, call 01460 74340 or email office@henhayescentre.org. Every Tuesday from 2.30pm to 4.00pm at the Henhayes Centre, there are Tai Chi sessions. This is gentle but potent exercise with a calm mind – relax, breathe and move. Open to all ages and abilities, including complete beginners. £7 per session. To book, email blftcsomerset@icloud.com. Every Thursday from 9.15am to 10.30am at the Henhayes Centre, there is a mixed ability Yoga class for the over 55s. This is a friendly and relaxed class, suitable for all, including beginners or those wishing to go at a slower pace. £7.50 (members £5.50). To book, email office@henhayescentre.org. Every Friday from 9.30am to 10.30am at the Henhayes Centre, there is a Keep Fit class for the over 55s. A weekly, fun workout session to get the blood pumping and body moving! £4.50 (members £3.50). To book, email office@henhayescentre.org. YEOVIL Every Wednesday from 7.00pm at Westlands Sports Complex, Yeovil Table Tennis Club has social table tennis available between 7.00pm and 8.30pm for beginners and those returning to table tennis. Separate tables are available for experienced players from 7.00pm until 9.30pm. £4 per session for adults and £2 per session for juniors. Club members are free. Just turn up or email yeoviltabletennisclub@gmail.com. Every Friday until end of September from 2.00pm to 4.00pm at Mudford Rec, Yeovil u3a members play croquet (weather permitting). Why not come along and try this fun sport? Non-members can attend two Yeovil u3a events without charge before joining.

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Support

CASTLE CARY Every first

Thursday from 10.30am to 12.00 noon at The Shambles, Market House, is the Castle Cary Carers Group’s monthly meeting for unpaid carers. Informal chat around a large table, with the chance to ask for private space for peer support. Professional and escapist speakers. For more information, call Florence Mills on 01963 359081 or email fliss1938@icloud.com.

CREWKERNE Every Monday

from 11.00am to 2.00pm at the Henhayes Centre, there is a Monday Memory Group for the over 55s who suffer from dementia or memory problems. The group is a happy, social session for up to fifteen people, providing those attending with company, comfort, and stimulation, while providing their family members and carers some often much needed respite. Sessions start from £6.50 per person with the option to add drinks and a two-course lunch at an additional cost. To book, email office@henhayescentre.org. Every first Tuesday from 10.30am to 12.00 noon at the Henhayes Centre is the Crewkerne Carers Group’s monthly meeting for unpaid carers. Informal chat in a private room. Regular speakers. For more information, email edwardcharnick@btinternet.com.

ILMINSTER Every third

Thursday from 1.00pm to 2.30pm at Monks Yard, Horton Cross, is the Ilminster Carers Group’s monthly meeting for unpaid carers. Informal chat and peer support available. Professional and relaxation speakers. Lift to upstairs room. Refreshments from Monks Yard. For more information, contact Alison Birket on 01935 427825/07774 231996 or email a.birket@btinternet.com.

KEINTON MANDEVILLE

Every first Wednesday from 11.00am to 12.30pm at Keinton Mandeville Village Hall is the Keinton Mandeville Carers Group’s monthly meeting for unpaid carers. Carers Group, memory cafe, drop-in service with health coaches, social prescriber and exercise class. Open to carers, their ‘cared for’ and anyone who wants to be sociable. For more information, contact Cath on 07951 944420 or at cath.holloway@sparksomerset. org.uk.

LANGPORT Every fourth

Wednesday from 2.00pm to 3.30pm at The Bridge Bakery is the Langport Carers Group’s monthly meeting. Buy a tea of coffee, then meet in the side room for chats and speakers. For more information, call Cath on 07951 944420 or email LangportCarers@outlook.com.

MARTOCK Every first Thursday

from 10.30am to 12.00 noon at the Christian Fellowship Church is the Martock Carers Group’s monthly meeting for unpaid carers. Parking available at The George Hotel. For more information, email jacky.reed@ talktalk.net.

SHERBORNE Every Monday

from September from 2.00pm to 4.00pm at The Pear Tree cafe, pull up a seat at a ‘Chatter and Natter’ table and talk to others in the community over a cuppa. This fantastic scheme gives people time and space to meet, chat and make new interactions. Having a simple chat can brighten someone’s day! For more information, email vicky. morland@dorsetgp.nhs.uk or call 07859 201617. Every third Monday from 2.00pm to 4.00pm at Manor Court Community Rooms, Newland, is the SCARS cancer support group monthly meeting. Friendship, information and support in a caring and confidential environment for cancer sufferers and survivors, their families and friends. There is always a warm, friendly welcome and a cuppa, plus a chance to chat. For more information, call 07961 027089, email contact. scars@gmail.com or visit www. stalbridgecancerandrecovery support.co.uk. Every third Thursday from 2.00pm to 4.00pm at the Richmond Green Community Room, the Sherborne Social Club for Visually Impaired People meets up for afternoon tea, entertainment and outings. Transport is provided. New members are welcome. The club is also looking for more volunteers to help for a few hours once a month. To find out more about the Dorset Blind Association and its full range of services, contact Leah Cross on 07789 997620. Every third Saturday from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at Manor Court Community Rooms, Newland, is the Military Veterans Drop-in Coffee Morning. A friendly, informal gathering open to all, whether a veteran or a family member. Light refreshments served. Usually, a speaker gives a 15-minute talk. Venue accessible to wheelchairs and mobility scooters. Parking nearby. For more information, email vicky.morland@dorsetgp. nhs.uk or call 07859 201617. ArtsLink Fizz! For information about the Parkinson’s Dance, Art for Memory and Art for Parents groups/classes, contact Kate at kate@dorchesterarts.org.uk.

SOMERSET Strong and

Steady Classes Local charity, Age UK Somerset, is providing falls prevention classes across Somerset, including Chard, Crewkerne, Ilminster, Langport, Martock, Somerton, South Petherton and Yeovil. The ageing process affects balance, muscles and joints, so one way to improve balance and strength is to join an Age UK Somerset ‘Strong and Steady’ class. These fun and friendly sessions are specially designed to help prevent falls. For more information, call Age UK Somerset on 01823 345614 or email fallsprevention@ ageuksomerset.org.uk.

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YEOVIL Every second Tuesday

from 11.00am to 12.30pm at Westlands Entertainment Venue is the Yeovil Carers Support Group’s monthly meeting for unpaid carers. Informal chat, share laughs, ideas and experiences in a relaxed, supportive atmosphere. Freedom Leisure (01935 314652) runs a seated exercise/boccia/ social space at the same time, so carers can attend the group meeting whilst their ‘cared for’ enjoy an enriching and social event. Free parking. For more information, contact Carole Lade at lade7@icloud.com or Cath on 07951 944420.

Talk

MARTOCK On Wednesday 14 September at 2.15pm at Martock Parish Hall, find out more about Tenerife, Mount Teide and its surrounding area with a talk about ‘The Geological Background to the Island of Tenerife’. All are welcome to the talk, to enjoy a chat over refreshments and to find out about the learning, hobby and interest groups through Martock & District u3a. For more information about Martock & District u3a, email martocku3amembership@gmail. com, call 01460 240788 or visit www.u3a.org.uk. SHERBORNE On Wednesday 31 August at 7.30pm at Digby Memorial Church Hall, come and find out about the restoration of Sherborne House. The talk by Stefan Pitman, architect, will follow a brief Annual General Meeting of the Friends of Sherborne House. All are welcome – a glass of wine offered. Doors open 7.00pm. On Wednesday 7 September at 3.00pm and 7.00pm at The Digby Hall, The Arts Society has a talk by Adam Busiakiewitz on ‘The Lute in Old Master Paintings’. From the lute-playing angels of the Italian Renaissance through to the seventeenth century when the lute became the pastime of educated courtiers, then to intimate interior scenes of Jan Steen and Franz Hals. The talk will be accompanied by Adam on his lute. Visitors welcome £7, members free. www. theartssocietysherborne.org. On Thursday 8 September at 7.30pm at The Digby Hall, there is a Sherborne and District Gardeners’ Association meeting. Bryan Madders will be giving a talk entitled ‘Dahlias and Chrysanthemums’. All are welcome. Charge for visitors is £2. For more information, call Richard Newcombe on 01935 389375. On Wednesday 14 September at 3.00pm and 7.00pm at The Digby Hall, The Arts Society presents ‘Icons: The Gateway to Eternity’ by Jane Angelini. The lecture follows the continuing evolution of the icon as an image in Roman times, as a sacral object in Byzantine times and throughout the Orthodox Christian world, as a decorative art form from the seventeenth century and as a major influence on early twentieth-century painters. Visitors welcome £7, members free. www. theartssocietysherborne.org. On Wednesday 14 September at 6.00pm at Digby Memorial Church Hall, it is the Annual General Meeting of The Friends of the Yeatman Hospital. Dawn Dawson, acting CEO of Dorset Health Care Trust, will be the guest speaker and available to answer questions. Drinks and nibbles follow the meeting. On Wednesday 14 September at 7.00pm at the Old School Rooms, Sherborne School, A.K. Blakemore will be speaking at the Sherborne Literary Society meeting about her dark and thrilling debut novel, The Manningtree Witches. In this novel, fear and destruction take root in a community of women when the Witchfinder General comes. It is a visceral, exciting novel that has been shortlisted for the Costa First Novel award. Doors open 6.30pm. Members £9, non-members £10. Tickets available via the Sherborne Literary Society website or Winstone’s, Sherborne. www. sherborneliterarysociety.com. On Friday 23 September from 2.30pm to 3.30pm at Sherborne Library, there is a talk from ‘Litter Free Dorset’. Emma and the team are running multiple litter-free projects across Dorset. Find out more and how to get involved. Booking is advised. Book online via Eventbrite or call 01935 812683. On Wednesday 28 September at 12.30pm at Cheap Street Church, there is a talk and book-signing event with Peter James, author of Picture You Dead. Discover the darkness that lurks around every corner in the latest instalment of Peter James’s award-winning detective series, which is now a major ITV programme. Tickets £5 from Winstone’s bookshop or website, redeemable against the book. www.shop.winstonebooks.co.uk. SOMERTON On Saturday 10 September from 6.00pm to 8.00pm at ACEarts, there is ‘An evening with The Red Dress’ with Kirstie Macleod, creator of The Red Dress. This is a presentation and Q&A of the completed 13-year global collaborative embroidery project ahead of its 4-year global tour. The event will also see the launch of the newly completed Red Dress Catalogue (signed copies will be available). Tickets £15, available online at www.acearts.airposwebstore. com. WELLS On Saturday 10 September at The Bishop’s Palace, it is Falconry Day. Held on the south lawn of the palace, against the stunning backdrop of the medieval Great Hall, specialist falconry firm, Raptorcare, will entertain the crowds with fascinating information, beautiful birds and a day of fantastic flying displays! The flying displays will take place at 12.00 noon and 3.00pm. Entrance is included with general admission. www. bishopspalace.org.uk.

YEOVIL On Friday 2

September from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at Yeovil Labour Club, Yeovil u3a has Richard Kay of Lawrences Auctioneers talking about ‘Fakes and Forgeries’. Members free, non-members £2. Coffee/tea and biscuits £1. Come along and find out more about Yeovil u3a – an organisation for the retired with many interest groups, events and outings. For more information, visit www.u3asites.org/yeovil or email yeovilu3a@gmail.com. On Monday 12 September at 11.00am at the Quicksilver Mail, The Probus Club of Yeovil is holding its monthly meeting, with guest speaker, Jack Sweet, talking about ‘Yeovil’s Past’, followed by a luncheon. Yeovil Probus Club is a friendly group of retired/semi-retired professional and business men who meet regularly to promote fellowship. If interested in attending or require more information, email yeovilprobus@gmail.com. On Tuesday 20 September from 10.00am to 11.30am at Octagon Theatre, the Yeovil u3a Local History Group has a talk by Brenda Webber about tapestries, lavish embroidery and samplers. This talk looks at examples of these and luxurious items found in Montacute House which form part of the visual and cultural history of this great mansion. Non-members can attend two Yeovil u3a group events without charge before joining. No need to book – just turn up. For more information, email yeovilu3a@ gmail.com. On Tuesday 20 September at 7.30pm at Westlands Entertainment Venue, there is a talk ‘In the Footsteps of Elephants’ by conservationist and elephant expert, Saba Douglas-Hamilton. She will take the audience on a wild and precipitous journey from Kenya to the Congo and Namibia to St Tropez, sharing the trials and triumphs of what it takes to save a single species – the African elephant. Saba vividly brings to life the fight for nature, with moving insights from her life amongst elephants, her childhood in the wild and her work as a wildlife filmmaker. Tickets £27, concessions £25. For more information, call the box office (01935 422884) or visit www.westlandsyeovil.co.uk.

Walk

MINTERNE MAGNA Until Sunday 11 September from 10.00am to 6.00pm at Minterne Gardens, come and escape to the enchanted garden on one of the Fairy Trails – a world of dancing fairies, fiery dragons and mischievous woodland boggarts. The entry price for the duration of the event: £9 for adults and seniors, child £6.50 (includes a trail pack in the price), £26 for a family up to 3 children, and under 2s go free. Last entry at 5.30pm. Book online at www. minterne.co.uk. For more information, email enquiries@ minterne.co.uk or call 01300 341370.

SHERBORNE Every Friday

at 1.45pm at the Paddock Gardens (opposite Waitrose), there are Wellbeing Walks in and around the town. The walks, led by trained volunteer leaders, start at 2.00pm and last about an hour, finishing in a local cafe for tea and cake. Suitable for all levels of fitness. Well-behaved dogs and children welcome. For

more information, email vicky. morland@dorsetgp.nhs.uk or call 07859 201617. SOUTH SOMERSET Walking groups and regular organised health walks are a great opportunity to spend time outdoors, bring nature into everyday life, connect with other people and make new friends. The walks are led by a trained leader. To find out about such groups, call South Somerset District Council on 01935 462462, call Somerset Activities and Sports Partnership on 01823 653990 or view/download the Health Walks leaflet (www.southsomerset.gov.uk/ media/5354/step-out-and-joinour-health-walks-19.pdf). www. sasp.co.uk/health-walks. YEOVIL On Sunday 11 September at 1.00pm at Aldon Fields, join the St Margaret’s Hospice Sunflower Memory Stroll. Complete a walk in memory of a loved one and to celebrate hospice care in the community. The walk, roughly 4km, begins at Aldon Fields, through Ninesprings, and finishes at the Yeovil Hospice in Little Tarrat Lane. Refreshments and live music in the fabulous garden. For more information, call Ellie Weston (marketing and events officer) on 01935 709182 or email ellie.weston@stmargarets-hospice.org.uk. www. st-margarets-hospice.org.uk/ sunflower-stroll. On Monday 19 September at 10.00am at Birchfield parking area, Lyde Road, Yeovil u3a has a half day walk of about 5 miles (weather permitting). Meet at Birchfield parking area to share lifts. Guests are welcome at these walks. Non-members can attend two Yeovil u3a group events free of charge before joining. On Wednesday 28 September at 10.00am at Birchfield parking area, Lyde Road, Yeovil u3a has a full day walk of 5-8 miles (weather permitting). Meet at Birchfield parking area to share lifts. Bring packed lunch. Guests are welcome at these walks. Nonmembers can attend two Yeovil u3a group events free of charge before joining. WELLS Until Thursday 1 September from 9.30am to 5.30pm at The Bishop’s Palace, there are family trails throughout the school summer holidays. Each week there is a different trail, so come along and join in – there’s so much to explore in The Bishop’s Palace and its gardens! Family Trails can be collected from the ticket office and a prize is available on completion. Entry is included with any standard admission. Tickets available online or at the ticket office on arrival. For more information, visit www.bishopspalace.org.uk or call 01749 988111.

Workshop

CASTLE CARY From Tuesday 6 to Friday 9 September at Carymoor Environmental Trust, there is an outdoor four-day rural craft course for unemployed people. Learn a range of traditional Somerset rural crafts, including willow weaving, basket making, green woodworking and ceramics. The course will help the student to learn new skills, build confidence, help towards volunteering and employment opportunities, and further learning. Booking essential: email administrator@carymoor.org.uk or call 01963 351350. For more information, visit www.carymoor. org.uk/events-and-courses/ruralcrafts-at-carymoor. ILMINSTER On Friday 2 September from 10.00am to 1.00pm at Ilminster Arts Centre, enjoy a morning making pretty little fabric fish with tutor Claire Jeanes. Template provided, but feel free to design a unique shaped fish. Bring along sewing kit, needles, coloured threads, fabric, buttons, pins and scissors. There will be additional materials available to use and stuffing will be provided – all included in the price. Cost £25. To book, call 01460 54973 or email workshopbookingiac@gmail.com. www.ilminsterartscentre.com. From Thursday 8 September to Thursday 13 October from 10.00am to 1.00pm at Ilminster Arts Centre, there is a weekly ‘Pastels’ workshop with Linda Hampson. The theme for this series of workshops is ‘Farm Animals’. £95 for six sessions. To book, call 01460 54973 or email workshopbookingiac@gmail.com. www.ilminsterartscentre.com. From Thursday 8 September to Thursday 13 October from 1.30pm to 3.30pm at Ilminster Arts Centre, there is a weekly ‘Exploring Ink’ workshop with Margaret Micklewright. This workshop will explore what can be achieved with the exciting medium of ink, using a variety of subjects to expand from drawing to painting in weton-wet style. Ink and paper supplied. £95 for six sessions. To book, call 01460 54973 or email workshopbookingiac@gmail.com. www.ilminsterartscentre.com. On Friday 9 September from 11.00am to 1.00pm at Ilminster Arts Centre, there is a ‘Rag Rugs’ workshop with tutor Gill Wilkinson. Learn both hooking and prodding methods, working with both loose hessian and/ or a frame, with the chance to try many types of fabric and use a variety of tools. Everything is provided and included in the cost, £12. To book, call 01460 54973 or email workshopbookingiac@gmail.com. www.ilminsterartscentre.com. From Wednesday 14 September to Wednesday 19 October from 9.45am to 12.15pm at Ilminster Arts Centre, there is a weekly ‘Painting in Acrylics’ workshop with Juliet Farnese. All levels welcome. £105 for six sessions. Bring along A4 sketchbook, 2B and 4B graphite pencils and acrylics, however, materials are available from the tutor. To book, contact Juliet directly on 07920 133358 or email julietfarnese@gmail.com. Every Monday from 10.30pm to 3.00pm at Ilminster Arts Centre, there is a friendly ‘untutored’ clay group that enjoy making hand-built pottery and sculpture. Beginners are welcome and helped to start with some clay, the group tool kit, library and masses of helpful advice. £7 per session. For more information, call 01460 54973. www. ilminsterartscentre.com. LONG SUTTON On Monday 26 September, it is the closing date for booking a place on the following WEA course. The course will take place every Tuesday from 4 October to 15 November (except 25 October) from 7.15pm to 9.00pm at Long Sutton Village Hall. Fee £30.50. Course reference number: C3533964. Details are online but bookings can only be accepted by phone (0300 303 3464). The course ‘The Global History of Money’ explores how history has been shaped by the changing nature of money, beginning with the ancient Egyptians and Mesopotamians who managed without coins and finishing with the Global Financial Crisis. Tutor: Greg Morter. For more information, call Doreen (01458 241711) or Stevie (01458 241855). SHERBORNE On Sunday 18 September from 1.30pm to 4.30pm at Digby Memorial Church Hall, there is a Sherborne Folk Band workshop led by Julia Catovsky. Suitable for all levels and all acoustic instruments, taught by ear, notation and audio supplied. Everyone is welcome! Admission £10 on the door. Advance tickets cheaper via the website. For more information, phone Julia on 07527 508277, email info@ sherbornefolkband.org or visit www.sherbornefolkband.org.

SOMERTON Every Wednesday

from 10.30am to 12.30pm at The Courthouse, Market Place, is a weekly untutored life drawing session. Tea and coffee provided. Please bring along drawing materials. Limited numbers, booking essential. £12 per session. Book online at www. acearts.co.uk/workshop-andevents. SOUTH PETHERTON On Saturday 17 September from 2.00pm to 4.00pm at The David Hall, there is a guitar workshop with Tim Edey. Learn how drop-D tuning can open up folk/Celtic playing, as well as some tricks, basic chords and tunes. Tim is a completely self-taught guitarist, playing now almost wholly in drop-D tuning which he started after listening to and meeting the legendary Irish guitarist, Steve Cooney. Tim has shared stages with the likes of Ry Cooder and Martin Simpson. Cost £15. To book, phone 01460 240340 or visit www.thedavidhall.com. On Tuesday 20 September from 9.30am to 12.00 noon and from 1.30pm to 4.00pm at The David Hall, there are half-day ‘Silver Jewellery Making’ taster workshops with Melanie Bowler and Juliette McElligott. The taster workshops are open to complete beginners of all ages. All the materials, tools, equipment and expert knowledge are provided to create something wonderful to treasure forever – rings, bangles, earrings and pendants, all in sterling silver. £70 per person per session. Book online at www.mobilejewelleryschool. co.uk. For more information, contact Juliette McElligott on 07979 644658 or at juliette@ mobilejewelleryschool.co.uk. WELLS From Tuesday 6 to Tuesday 27 September from 2.00pm to 3.30pm at The Bishop’s Palace, there is a weekly ‘Watercolour’ course for beginners with Gemma Lane. This engaging four-week course is the perfect introduction to watercolour and all art materials are provided. Price £60 per person; please note that the course price does not include access to The Bishop’s Palace and Gardens. For more information, visit www.bishopspalace.org.uk or call 01749 988111.