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FROM THE EDITOR
Welcome to this edition of Local Reach, this is a packed publication with information about coffee mornings, Trefoil Guild, details about how to celebrate the 40th Birthday of the Burnham WI, Walking Groups making the most of our beautiful landscapes and how to get involved in a Bat and Moth Walk at the Apex Park. With our local events groups setting up a host of events and activities throughout the year, there is plenty to keep us busy! We are extremely fortunate to have a vibrant and caring community and so much of it is down to volunteers who dedicate their time and energy to making projects succeed, I would like to thank everyone involved in putting together all the different events. From the arts projects, to pirate days or bubble rush to park run – there is never a day with nothing to do. Enjoy reading and enjoying some of the events to look forward to during May.
Editorial deadline for the June issue is Wednesday 10th May 2017 Jacqui Strong, Community Editor for LocalReach. jacqui@localreach.co.uk
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New Found Lease Of Life
A new relationship and that contented feeling life is just happy for Chrissy a mother three. But six months into the new life Chrissy had gained 4 1/2 stone things were taking a toll when she went clothes shopping she found herself cutting size tags out the back of a clothes but still this was not enough to get her to do anything about her weight as she felt happy In December 2013 Chrissy went to her doctors for a health check and was told if she continued as she was going should be a serious risk of heart attack by the age of 50. Chrissy said this was her trigger I need to lose weight I tried lots of things before and Had always lost weight but I haven't learnt how to make those changes for life and to fit in with my now busy family of eight that's when I thought about slimming world I still felt very sceptical if this would even work or not. Chrissy joined a group in January 2014 and was relieved to see just how friendly everyone was and that her weight would be completely confidential. "I was amazed to hear just how much I could eat and how would it would still suit my family favourites like roast dinner cottage pie and curries, after that first week of following the plan and keeping myself full I was shocked to see I'd lost 8 1/2 pound I was finely changing those old eating habits of jars of sauces and packet foods and I've swapped to fresh home-cooked food I find myself loving cooking all over again. Seven months on a 6 1/2 stone lighter I have a happy Doctor, happy family and most of all a happy me I've ditched the inhaler now. I love walking and I have a new lease of life!" After keeping 6 1/2 stone off for 2 1/2 years Chrissy has decided to help others feel just how she is by becoming a slimming world consultant, she will be taking over the Burnham on Sea group at Jaycroft Road Old Court House every Tuesday at 5pm and 7pm. Everybody is welcome and if you'd like any more information about how to lose weight feel amazing and keep off for life please do contact her on: 01278 796100.
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The Old Court House, Jaycroft Road, Burnham On Sea, Somerset, TA8 1LE. 10.00am and 12.00pm Your Consultant’s name is Yasmin Tel:07397863084
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The Old Court House, Jaycroft Road, Burnham On Sea, Somerset, TA8 1LE 5.00pm and 7.00pm Your Consultant’s name is Chrissy Tel: 01278 796100
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Morland Community Hall, Pearce Drive, Highbridge, TA9 3FU 5.30pm and 7.30pm. Your Consultant’s name is Yasmin Tel: 07397863084
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Burnham-On-Sea Baptist Church, College Street, BurnhamOn-Sea, Somerset, TA8 1AR 5.15pm and 7.15pm Your Consultant’s name is Hayley Tel: 01278 455005
FRIDAYS
Burnham-On-Sea Baptist Church, College Street, BurnhamOn-Sea, Somerset, TA8 1AR 9.30am & 11.30am Your Consultant’s name is Hayley Tel: 01278 455005
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Volunteers Sought
Can anyone offer help for a Multi Activities, Fun and Friendship Group that meets in Highbridge. No experience is necessary just an outgoing personality and a focus on bringing people together in a social environment. If you think you could help keep this group operating by volunteering to run the session or know someone who could – please contact Age UK Somerset by contacting Julie Bolton via email: Julie.bolton@ageuksomerset.onmicrosoft.com the sessions could be run weekly or monthly.
Burnham on Sea Trefoil Guild
The Guild will be celebrating its 14th birthday this year. Spring is a good time to start something new and interesting. If you ever been a Rainbow, Brownie, Guide, Ranger, Guider/Leader or have an interest in the Guide Movement would you like to become a member of the Trefoil Guild? With opportunities to meet friends, make new ones, develop new interests, tackle new challenges, enjoy outings and sometimes holiday together, the Trefoil Guild provides fun, friendship and activities, as well as support for the Guiding Movement and the local community. Would this be of interest to you? Then why not come along to St. Andrew’s Church Hall, Manor Road, on the second Tuesday of each month, from 2pm to 4pm. You will be made very welcome by a group of ladies. There is a varied programme each month and a Newsletter, please call in and take one away - the next meeting is on Tuesday 9th May. For any more information please contact: Pat Payton – Chairman on 01278 780799 or Christine Hill – Secretary on 01278 788308. Hope to see you soon.
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Why Everyone Should Be Having Regular Massage Treatments
Having a regular massage is a wonderful way of looking after yourself – body, mind and spirit. For example, it can be extremely beneficial in helping to sooth tired and aching muscles, relieve knots and tension, improve circulation, increase joint flexibility and can help with both the preparation for and recovery following workouts and sporting events. The healing qualities of massage can have also have an extremely positive effect on anyone suffering from anxiety and/or depression. It can help to calm the mind, promote relaxation and improve general mood. And breathe is excited to announce that the following treatments are now available: Hot stones massage. This is a wonderful treatment where the use of heat can help to reduce pain and stiffness in muscles, providing a deeper massage but without added pressure. It is extremely restorative, relaxing and calming. Pregnancy massage. During pregnancy, the body goes through many changes, physically and emotionally. We use a pre-blended massage oil safe for use during pregnancy to help maintain the condition of the skin and reduce stretch marks. This treatment will help relieve some of the common symptoms experienced during pregnancy whilst promoting relaxation and calm. Detox and Cellulite Reduction. This treatment is wonderful for improving the tone and condition of the skin, helping to breakdown and reduce both the appearance and texture of cellulite. Focusing on the legs and buttocks, the treatment begins with body brushing, followed by a skin smoothing exfoliation. Deep tissue massage techniques are then employed to work on breaking down the cellulite using pre-blended oils designed to aid the detox process and help with skin tone. Coming soon. Warm bamboo and deep tissue massage treatments will be available from May. Further details available on our website. And breathe is pleased to now be able to offer all clients over the age of 65 a £5 reduction off all massage treatments.
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Coffee Mornings
St Margaret’s Hospice are absolutely delighted at the support so far at their regular coffee mornings at the Methodist Church in Burnham on Sea every third Saturday of the month. We serve teas and coffees, with freshly baked cakes and biscuits. So far we have given out almost 30 raffle prizes. The Bric-a-Brac stall and book stall are particularly well supported. St Margaret’s are extremely grateful to the generosity of the Methodist Church to grant us regular opportunity to raise much needed funds. Terena the community fundraiser for Sedgemoor and the Burnham group of volunteers hope to see you there! The next 2 dates are Saturday 20th May and Saturday 17th June from 10am until 12 noon.
Quantock Walking Festival
Coleridge Country Sedgemoor Ramblers with Stzowey Walking.
Sedgemoor Ramblers will be holding their second Walking Festival on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th June 2017, joined by Stowey Walking. Nether Stowey, which is now, a ‘Walkers are Welcome’ village, is again our base. Once home to the poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge, the 51 mile Coleridge Way to Lynmouth starts here and with local shops, pubs and restaurants, hotels and guesthouses, this is a great place to visit. Details about the area and where to stay can be found on Stowey Walking’s website www.stoweywalking.co.uk There will be a choice of 3 guided walks each day, as well as a Coleridge-inspired historical walk, in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, walking the hills and combes, open moorland, ancient woodland, cultivated forest trails and coast, offering stunning views with the very real possibility of sighting Quantock ponies and elusive red deer. With walk leaders keen to share their local knowledge of the area and tea and homemade cakes available on your return, Sedgemoor Ramblers and Stowey Walking will do all they can to ensure an enjoyable walking week-end. Limited numbers apply so booking is essential. For full information and booking details, see www.sedgemoorramblers.co.uk or ‘phone Alan or Sara on 01278 773730. 8
Burnham on Sea Pagan Moot
We are a small friendly group who meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month, except in December, at the Ritz Social Club, Victoria Street in Burnham on Sea. All paths welcome. We celebrate the Wheel of the Year and have a speaker or discussion topic every month. Dates for your diary: Tuesday 23rd May Professor Ronald Hutton, Village Magic. Tuesday 25th June Wild Swimming. We ask for a voluntary contribution towards the costs of room hire and speakers. For more details contact derwen73@gmail. com or 07776306125
Plant Sale
West Huntspill Horticultural Society will be holding their Annual Plant Sale of flowers and vegetables at the Balliol Hall, West Huntspill on Thursday 11th May. Doors open at 7.30pm. All proceeds to support the Summer Flower Show. Please come and support your local Society.
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Counselling at In Charley's Memory
We are able to offer free counselling for young people from 11-25 years at our base in Burnham. We are able to offer appointments every week-day as well as some evenings and Saturdays. Please contact us via our Facebook page, by phone on 01278 773403 or email us at in.charleys.memory.charity@ gmail.com (This is a free service, but any donation you can make is very welcome) Groups and workshops: There are lots of things happening at ICM this spring. Please check our Facebook page or call us for more information. Here's a brief overview On Friday 5th May we have a stress management course, 09.30am - 12.30pm. On this course you will learn ways to recognise and reduce stressors and improve stress management strategies. Small supportive group and an experienced trainer. 5th May - Challenging unhelpful thoughts. There will also be some great family friendly activities on the Mendip Hills - just awaiting confirmation dates – Please check Facebook In May we also have a Mental Health First Aid workshop, dates and times to be confirmed. We also have the Walking Out of Darkness event in Weston Super Mare on Saturday 24th June 2017 at 10am! We are always looking for volunteers and young ambassadors to help In Charley's Memory grow. Please call us on 01278 773403 or message us on Facebook to find out more.
Health Walks in Sedgemoor
Marine Cove Circular Walk Join a welcoming group on a Wednesday morning at 10am starting from Marine Cove, the walk takes in the Esplanade and the Apex Park. The walk lasts for about an hour and is a fun sociable walk. For more information contact Jacqueline.strong@sedgemoor.gov.uk Walk and talk in Cheddar There is the opportunity with the spring for people at all levels of fitness to start getting active and blow away the cobwebs. Cheddar Health Walks take place on the first and third Saturday of each month and are designed for people who want gentle exercise or are recovering from injury and illness. They also offer a chance to socialise and meet new people and always feature a refreshment stop. The walks start at Cheddar Library at 10.30 am on the first and third Saturdays for more details contact Adrian Male on 01934 743527 or adrianmale@supanet.com For more local walks visit the Zing Somerset Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/ ZingSomerset/
Somerset Wildlife Trust
Plant Sale and Open Garden at Rookery House, The Causeway, Mark TA9 4QH on the B3139. In aid of the Somerset Wildlife Trust on Saturday 6th May 1030am – 1pm. There will be plants, cakes, exhibitions, raffle and activities for the children. Easy parking in the field opposite thanks to M/s G Isgar. £2 entry including coffee or tea. Protecting Somerset’s Wildlife for the Future. Somerset Wildlife Trust, 134 Wellington Road, Taunton TA1 5AW Tel: 01823 652400 www.somersetwildlife.org 10
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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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Somerset Time for Youth Here at Somerset Time for Youth we are a friendly group, who always aim to have great fun at our sessions. We provide leisure and social activities for young people with special/additional needs, and meet every two weeks on a Saturday between 10:30am and 1:00pm, at the Balliol Hall, West Huntspill, with the next sessions running on May 6th and 20th. The club provides a safe, friendly and non judgmental environment for young people to meet new friends, grow socially, educationally, gain more confidence and self esteem, whilst inspiring young people to achieve and develop, through the wide activities on offer. We aim to make a difference by empowering members, and by supporting them and their families, and making sure we all have great fun. For parents/carers it is a hub for meeting other adults, sharing ideas and information and feeling less isolated, whilst enjoying the light refreshments on offer. If you have not joined us yet, then why not take the opportunity to come along and see what we have to offer you and your child/children. No need to book, merely turn up on the day and start having fun. Alternatively you can contact us for further information on 07745 236 742 or email:- somersettimeforyouth@gmail. com Also you can view our website www.somersettimeforyouth.com. , or look at our facebook page Somerset Time for Youth or telephone: 07745 236 742.
A Ring of Bells Reunion A reunion for the Ring O’ Bells pub, formerly on Oxford St., Burnham on Sea has been arranged for Saturday August 5th 2017 at the B.A.S.C. 7pm-midnight. Tickets are £10 (includes food) Register on the facebook page to obtain your ticket. A request for payment will follow. You do not need a Paypal account. See you there!
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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, including core costs. 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, 2017. Please call our friendly grants team on 01749 344949 or visit www.somersetcf.org.uk/foundationgrants for more information. 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, 2017 and applications are available at www.somersetcf. org.uk/comicrelief.
U3A Concert Party
Now the sprightly little lot in the pictures are the U3A Concert Party, Burnham-onsea. We sing, act and Joe our compere pulls it all together with his large repertoire of jokes. You don’t have to be physically fit to join or watch us. We already have a full complement of ailments, but in the main we tend to ignore them courtesy the medication. Brian our musical director gets us warmed up with fun exercises, which in themselves are a laugh. With his organisation, music, songs, keyboard and backing tracks he gets the best out of us, and I think we are good. So if you would like to be entertained, or be part of the entertaining then contact Joe on 01278784542 07796640684 joetohill@btinternet.com
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The Burnham Area Flower Club
Come along to a warm welcome held by the flower club on Monday 15th May, where we will have Allison Finch who will be doing and array of flower arrangements alongside a talk titled 'Well Read'. This will be a good night out, even better if you by some raffle tickets as this will give you a chance to win one of the arrangements at the end of the evening. The doors at St Andrews Church Hall are opened at 7pm where a free cup of tea or coffee along with a biscuit will be waiting for you. You will be able to have a look around at our excellent sales table which has a variety of flower arranging requirements at amazing prices. We also have a brilliant Plant Stall with a mass variety of plants where you are bound to pick up a couple of bargains. The Demonstration commences at 7.30pm and finishes about 9.15pm. The cost for a Visitor is £6.50, Members are free. An Annual Club membership is available for £37.00. If you enjoy flowers and a good night out you will not be disappointed. Tip of the month - Making the most out of your flowers When buying flowers ensure the ends of the stems are not brown or sticky as these are not fresh! Once you have chosen your flowers cut approx 1/2 inch from the bottom of the stems. Then take off all the lower foliage so that it is not in the water and place them in a bucket with flower conditioner for a minimum of 4 hours but overnight is preferable. They are then ready to arrange in Floral foam or in a vase. Arrangements in a vase should have the water kept topped up and replaced after 5 days. If the arrangement is in floral foam make sure you water it daily, you can check if you have put in enough water by putting your finger in the dish where you should feel the water. This will give you arrangements the best conditions and will look better and last longer!
Tennis In Burnham
1 month's FREE membership is currently being offered to all members of the community (any age) by Avenue Tennis Club. There are no ‘catches’ and no obligation to join after the one month period. This is an opportunity for participants to ‘have a go’ to see if they would like to take up club membership on expiry of their taster period. Prior registration is essential. To participate in this FREE offer contact Julie Williams (Head Coach) on Julie@jwtennis.com or Jane Sanders on 785547. Existing members or participants in previous years free membership promotions are ineligible. On Saturday 13 May 1pm-4pm, as part of the LTA Great British Tennis Weekend national initiative, the club will open its doors to the community. Everyone is welcome to attend the afternoon's free tennis event. Coaches will be on hand to offer advice. Courts/ equipment will be available for families to use free of charge. Come and find out about this community venue and the activities provided for all ages and standards. We are providing a BBQ and the club Bar will be open. For more information,and to book your free court on the day:https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/ OpenDays A comprehensive tennis coaching programme is run by ‘JW Tennis’ during term times for all ages, from tots to those retired. Julie provides a tennis racket re-stringing and gripping service and is a Wilson sports advisory staff member. She has demo rackets, is happy to advise, and has discounts available on tennis racket purchases. For bookings and more information www.jwtennis.com We are “More than just a Tennis Venue”. We are a Community facility with regular weekly sessions: Bridge, Pilates, and Music with Mummy for toddlers. Details are available on our website http://www. avenuetennis.com And, don’t forget our popular function room is available for hire. For details contact Jane on 785547. 16
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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. For more information call Silver Island Properties on 01278 550257 or email: info@silverislandproperties.co.uk
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Gardening Jobs For May
•Continue with any successional sowing just to make sure you have a range of crops to pick during the months ahead. • Hoe any weeds out regularly but take extra care not to damage any roots and stems of your cultivated plants. • Pull up any spring bedding plants that have finished flowering and prune back any shrubs and climbers that have flowered. • Clip hedges, such as privet, from now onwards and mow lawns regularly and weed and feed if you want to. • Tall perennials which require support should be staked and any new growth tied in. • Harden off any tender bedding plants and vegetables ready for planting out before the end of the month when night frosts should be over. • May is the month when serious pest attacks occur, inspect all your plants regularly. Slugs are active so take whatever precautions you are comfortable with to control them. Aphids multiply rapidly as the weather warms up so inspect indoor plants as well. • Crops sown earlier will be growing well now so look after them, weed and feed. Sow sweetcorn, courgettes, marrows, squash and pumpkins in individual pots for planting out later. For more tips why not join your local gardening group? The Burnham and District Horticultural Society meets at 7.30 pm on the third Monday of each month (except December) at the Community Centre, Berrow Road. The next meeting is on Monday 15th May 2017 with a talk from Susannah Applegate
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Windows 10 April 2017 update plus Orange e-mail closure
Microsoft has recently released their latest update for Windows 10, called the “Creators Update”, which makes many small changes and improvements to various parts of Windows, as well as adding new apps and features. Also, all Orange-based emails will be closing down on 31 May 2017, more on this below. To check if you are already on the latest update, simply right click anywhere blank on your taskbar (bottom bar) on your Windows 10 machine, and ensure that the bottom option that pops up in the list of options reads exactly “Taskbar settings”. If found to read anything else, such as “Settings” or “Properties”, you need to update your machine now, to ensure the latest security and stability for your system. To update your machine, open your web browser and navigate to www.tinyurl.com/update-creators, click the “Update now” button, run the downloaded file, and follow the on-screen instructions to update your machine, a process which takes typically 40-90 minutes. Give us a ring on 07973 536299 if assistance here is needed. EE has recently announced in their “Orange Email Closure”, that a long list of email addresses will be killed off on 31 May 2017. EE states they have not given any customers an Orange email address since 2012, and make their reasoning behind this massive closure clear – many free email providers, offering more comprehensive email solutions at zero cost, have swept the attention of the vast majority, resulting in a steady and ruthless decline in the number of Orange email users over the past decade. While EE realises the inconvenience this may cause for many, they argue that in the long-run, their customers are better off moving on to better, more comprehensive email services. Your email will be closed down if it ends in any of the following: orange.net - orangehome.co.uk - wanadoo.co.uk - freeserve.co.uk - fsbusiness.co.uk - fslife.co.uk - fsmail. net - fsworld.co.uk - fsnet.co.uk Here at Computer Problem Solutions we can help you migrate all of your old emails safely to a new provider, and can help you set up your new email system, tailored to your requirements, including paid solutions such as Microsoft Exchange with an Outlook 2016 interface. Please see our advert on this page. Neil Buzzard, Director, Computer Problem Solutions Ltd. Tel: 07973 536299
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Check for the Propertymark
It’s easy to assume that all estate agents are the same – after all, every agent advertises your home and collects a fee once the sale has gone through, don’t they? But such a complex legal and financial process isn’t as straightforward as it may initially appear, and as a consumer, how can you be sure that you are dealing with a competent, regulated and accountable organisation? It’s time to look for the Propertymark. In February 2017 NAEA (National Association of Estate Agents) evolved into NAEA Propertymark. Also within Propertymark are sister organisations ARLA Propertymark (lettings), NAVA Propertymark (valuers and auctioneers), NAEA Commercial (commercial and business transfer agents) and Propertymark Qualifications (offering specialist property qualifications). Propertymark’s aim is to improve the options available to customers seeking to buy, sell, let and rent property. Clients who choose an agent displaying the Propertymark have better protection: members belong to a Client Money Protection scheme, have Professional Indemnity Insurance, and are affiliated with an independent redress scheme. Agents with the Propertymark are subject to conduct rules and can expect disciplinary procedures and sanctions should they fall below these standards. “Propertymark is continuously working to raise professional standards within the property industry,” explains Andrew Stoppani of Westcoast Properties in Burnham-on-Sea. “As a Propertymark member, our staff at Westcoast Properties are qualified and trained, up to date with legislation and best practice and are obliged to adhere to a nationally recognised code of practice. Membership of Propertymark gives us the credibility of being part of the UK’s leading professional body for estate agents and demonstrates our ongoing commitment to providing an expert, proficient and compliant service for our clients.” www.westcoast-properties.co.uk | www.propertymark.co.uk
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Plant Sale
Burnham-on-Sea & District Horticultural Society will be holding a Plant Sale on Saturday 20th May 2017 at The Community Centre, Berrow Road, Burnham-on-Sea from 9.00am until 12.00 noon. There will be a good range of bedding and vegetable plants for summer and a varied selection of perennial plants, shrubs, roses and herbs.
Burnham On Sea Art Group
This local art group will be hold an exhibition which commences on Saturday 27th May until Friday 2nd June. It will be held daily from 10.00am till 5.00pm. With entry being free. All paintings are done by local talented artists covering a wide range of subjects and mediums, something to suit everyone. Also on sale will be a selection of handmade cards, again produced by the artists. The exhibition is held in the Burnham On Sea Community Centre, Berrow Road (next to the swimming pool).
Life begins at 40
It is the Burnham-on-Sea W.I. 40th birthday this year and there will be a display in the library window throughout the month of May to celebrate this achievement. Please go along and have a look. 40th anniversaries are associated with the ruby gemstone. Rubies are one of the world's most precious gems - they are rarer than diamonds. Rubies symbolise health, wealth, wisdom and passion. That describes the W.I. to a tee! They say life begins at 40 so it is a great year to join the W.I. if you have always wanted to. Burnham-on-Sea W.I. meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month at the Community Centre from 2pm. You will be most welcome to come along and find out what we do. If you have any questions about joining the W.I. please ring Pat Barthram, President, on 01278 794695.
Christmas Spectacular
There are still a few places for the Thursford Christmas Spectacular which includes a 5-day holiday as well all local pickups. non profit making group offering cheap breaks throughout the year, if interested telephone Rosaleen for more details 01278 783652
Meeting a Need for the Right Support at Home
There are a growing number of people finding that they need extra care and support to enable them to continue living independently at home, or simply to provide a main carer with some much needed respite. Brunelcare is one of the largest providers of home care and support in this region. For over 20 years, Brunelcare’s dedicated team based in the Somerset area have provided a variety of home care services - all designed to meet someone’s individual needs. A commitment to providing the highest quality care is something Brunelcare take great pride in and this March their Somerset Home Care Team represented the South West region as finalists at the Great British Care Awards. Asked why they work as a carer, one of the team said, “Seeing people live independently in their homes is what makes it worthwhile.” To find out more call Bridgwater 01278 439177
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Invitation to Tea - Laughter and friendship on Sunday afternoons
At Contact the Elderly, we hold free monthly tea parties for small groups of people aged 75 and over, who live alone and need a hand getting out and about. It’s an ideal way to brighten up your Sunday. Our volunteer drivers will take you to and from the party safely as well as enjoying the tea with you. At the volunteer host’s home you will receive a warm welcome and plenty of tea and sandwiches. We’re starting the 2nd group in the Burnham-on-Sea area, so get in touch and try us out! Please contact Helen, Regional Officer, on 01225 873812 helen.ker@contact-the-elderly.org.uk or if you fancy helping out as a driver, once a month, or a tea party host a couple of times a year, let me know!
Craft Fayre
Berrow Village Hall will be holding a Craft Fayre on Sunday 21st May from 11am until 2pm with free public entry. If you would like to book a table at £7-50 each, please contact Carol on 01278 782744. Full English Breakfasts, bacon and sausage baps, cakes, hot and cold drinks, will be available. This event is organised by The Friends of Berrow Village Hall and all proceeds go towards the upkeep of Berrow Village Hall. A popular event - See you there!
The Burnham on Sea Beer and Music Festival is back for 2017 with a fantastic
selection of beers and a Bank Holiday weekend full of live music. Now in its sixth year it will be hosted once again by the Ritz in Victoria Street. This years Festival features a fabulous array of mainly local real ales including such gems as Golden Pig from Country Life brewery and Glastonbury Ales ‘Love Monkey’. One Brewery will win the 2017 ‘Best Beer of Festival‘ award as voted for by festival visitors. A beer tasting and voting card will be handed out to everyone on arrival and half pint beer vouchers will be on sale. Live music on the Ritz Stage this year features Momentum on Friday night, Rude Awakening on Saturday night. Sunday night closes with the Chocolate Frogs and on Monday afternoon it’s the fabulous Rustique. The Burnham Beer Festival opens at 7pmon Friday 28th April and is then open from midday all Bank Holiday weekend. Live Music on the Ritz Stage starts at approximately 1pm every day and features some of our best local musicians. Admission is free-everyone welcome! For a full band line up and list of beers check out ritzsocialclub@hotmail.co.uk, like us on Facebook or call 01278 785365.
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St Margaret’s Hospice – BOS Food Festival
St Margaret's Hospice will be running a tombola this year at the Burnham on sea food festival on Saturday 27th May. We have a large number of prizes to give away with a great variety of items. There has been a fantastic response from traders that will be at the festival, there are prizes ranging from vouchers for pork, venison and beef to bottles of apple juice and a bottle of Exmoor gin, there are also numerous offers of free food!!!! so far 27 traders have offered support. We also have a huge selection of other food and drink related prizes and should have well over 250 to give away on the day. Please come along to our stall and have a go and help us reach a new record amount from our presence at the food festival. If you wish to add your support please ring Mike Perrin 01278 795914
May Coffee Morning
The next Friends of the Community Centre coffee morning will be held on Saturday 6th May at the Community Centre, Berrow Road, Burnham-on-sea at 9.45am until 11.45am with all the usual books, jigsaws, bric-a-brac, clothes, cards and plants for sale, refreshments (homemade cakes) and raffle. No admission fee, please come along and support.
Fritzlar Twinning Society
The next meeting will be held on Wednesday 17th May in St John’s Church Hall, Highbridge between 2pm - 4 pm next months speaker will be Annemarie Sampson - “Abbeyfield" Nonmembers & guests welcome. Light refreshments. Come and exercise those "little grey cells” at our quiz night on Thursday 18th May - Highbridge Social Club - 7 for 7.30pm start - £2 pp - open to all. Booking now for a nine-day coach trip, 15th - 23rd July, to our German Twin Town Fritzlar, including stays in Charleroi & picturesque Bruges in Belgium, and relaxing River Cruise destination Rudesheim on the Rhine, all for just £495! For more information please contact the Treasurer (01278 782902) or Secretary (01278 786789)
Foster Carers Needed
We would like to raise awareness of our huge need for more Foster Carers to come forward to help Somerset Children. We have around 500 children in care right now, so we are launching Foster Care Fortnight 8th – 21st May to aim to put the word out.Could you help us with this cause? We also need many adopters for the same reason and run information events every month? If you would like more information contact Caroline Cook 01823 357087 at Somerset County Council to find out how to get involved and how to help local Children. Do you have room in your life to help a child who needs it the most?
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Burnham District Pantomime Society
This long standing society would like to thank everyone who supported our very successful production of Aladdin and our successful St Patrick's Family Fun Night. Preparations are already on the way for our 49th annual pantomime. We will be starting to read scripts in May at the Princess Theatre and Arts Centre. This is a perfect way to get an insight into what happens with the pantomime in the early stages. More up to date information for script reading dates, audition dates and social events are on the Burnham Panto People Facebook site. So if you like sewing, painting, acting, singing, making props, or even just socializing then come along and join this friendly society. Our general meetings are on the first Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm at the Princess Theatre and Arts Centre. See you there!
SPRING at WELLS CATHEDRAL
“You must visit this stunning building” (TripAdvisor)
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.
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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WHAT'S ON AT THE WINDMILL BAR & BISTRO IN MAY 2017 Weekly Events; • Wednesday Carvery, Every Wednesday 12.00-2.00pm • Sunday Carvery, Every Sunday 12.00-7.00pm • Bingo, Every Friday from 9.00pm, free entry, Bingo Cards £2.00 each • Bingo, Every Sunday • from 8.30pm, free entry, Bingo Cards £2.00 each • Cooked Breakfast, Every Saturday from 9.00-11.00am, Small £5.25, Large £6.95 • Quiz Night, Every Wednesday from 8.00pm, free entry • Pie and a Pint, Every Wednesday from 6.00 – 9.00pm • Curry Night, Every Thursday from 6.00 – 9.00pm
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Saturday Night Live Entertainment; • Very Special Entertainment Saturday 6th May, free entry • Emmalease Saturday 13th May, from 9.00pm, free entry • Disco with Les Disco Saturday 27th May, from 9.00pm, free entry
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Prince’s Trust revamps hall with the help of Homes in Sedgemoor
The Prince’s Trust Team, run by Bridgwater and Taunton College, have completed a community project at Morland Hall, Highbridge, part funded by Homes in Sedgemoor who donated £500 and also supplied transport for the duration of the project. This project was part of The Prince’s Trust team programme, 12 week self-development designed to help young people not in education or training to build up their confidence, motivation, employability and team work skills, whilst also working towards a level one qualification. The programme involves a residential trip, a community project, work experience, a team challenge and a final presentation. Morland Hall was chosen after comparing potential projects in and around Bridgwater. The team felt Morland Hall and the vast amount of groups in the community that use it would benefit from their hard work more than other sites visited. The team managed to get local companies to supply twenty four tins of paint, two paint trays and two sets of brushes. They also held a car wash at the Bridgwater & Taunton College’s Cannington Centre and raised £42. The team were on site for eight days, decorating four bathrooms and the main hall. In the learning disabilities room they designed and painted lots of underwater themed creatures, plus Winnie the Pooh. The art work was amazing, with great attention to detail. In the main hall they designed and painted a woodland and animal themed mural. Their communication and team work improved throughout the project and they persevered when the painting become repetitive. Thank you to them all – Natasha Dyer, Morgan Cox, Ashleigh Heslop, Chloe Turner, Freddie Thomas, Tazmin West, Sarah Warr and Jasmine Sanders. 330pm until 430pm other events are listed on: www.naturaldevon.org.uk. www.slnp.org.uk
Let Nature Nurture you for the whole of the month of May! Month long campaign helps Devon and Somerset get active and feel good
This May will once again be known as Naturally Healthy Month, as Active Devon and Public Health at Somerset County Council coordinate its Naturally Healthy Campaign on behalf of the Devon and Somerset Local Nature Partnership. Building on the success of Devon’s previous campaigns, and with the help of Somerset Wildlife Trust and Somerset’s Areas of Outstanding Nature Beauty, this will be Somerset’s first year in the programme, and it is hoped that it will be as successful as it has been for Devon in previous years. Throughout the month of May, the participating organisations will be offering a wide range of activities and chances to celebrate their local ‘wild’ outdoor spaces, landscapes and environments and improve their sense of health and wellbeing. There will be something for people of all ages and abilities; from nature art and outdoor volunteering, to wildlife and singing walks– with a particular emphasis on supporting individuals who are less physically active, suffer with mental health issues or who feel isolated. Jim Hardcastle from Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty said “Our countryside gives us 'landscapes for life'. We know a visit to the countryside improves our mood and helps us to become more active. In Somerset we have three nationally protected Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty; the Mendip Hills, Quantock Hills and the Blackdowns. We're proud to play a part in Naturally Health Month and help people live life through these landscapes.The month of activities takes place during May and your closest venue will be at the Apex Park every Wednesday afternoon throughout May from 330pm until 430pm other events are listed on www.naturaldevon.org.uk. www.slnp.org.uk For advertising & leaflet delivery call 01278 238000 or visit www.localreach.co.uk
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WE’LL HELP YOUR GARDEN TO LOOK IT’S BEST!
01278 783410
Weekly visits if needed • Grass Cutting• Hedge & Tree Cutting • Turfing & Fencing Ground Clearance • Gravel Laid • Gardens Renovated
01278 765820
FUNERAL DIRECTORS
07887 835386
HAIRDRESSERS A high standard of sincere, dignified and caring service, offering advice and support on all aspects of funeral arranging
Here to help, 24 Hours a day Telephone:
01278 794 304
Prim & Proper Hairdressing, beauty, holistic therapies and nails.
14 Oxford Street Burnham On Sea TA8 1LG
Tel: 01278 782755
LANDSCAPING SERVICES
Office and Chapel of Rest at: 10 Church Street, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 3AF GARDEN SERVICES
Apex Gardening Grass cutting • Hedge cutting • Tree work etc
• Block paving & concrete driveways • • patios, stone, brick & block work • • turfing, garden clearances • • fencing • building work •
Tel. 01278 784113 Mob. 07833 150148 For advertising & leaflet delivery call 01278 238000 or visit www.localreach.co.uk
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LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z LAUNDERETTE
MINI DIGGER HIRE
“THE LAUNDRY ROOM” I can help with your laundry?
Free Collection
Wash & Dry
Iron
Free Deliver
From £13.00 per load Call Geraldine: on 01278 684074 or 07710695490
PAINTERS & DECORATORS
C M WESTON
PAINTING & DECORATING Local professional, 22 years experience
Wallpaper hanging • Coving All aspects of Decorating, General House Maintenance
LEAFLET DELIVERY
Reasonable Rates, No VAT, Free Quote
Target 1000's of local potential customers with our reliable door-to-door leaflet delivery service Leaflets & menus delivered from £35 per 1,000 Up to 23,000 leaflets can be delivered to Wells, Street & Burnham We also offer a design & print service at competitive prices Prices based on one A5 leaflet. Pre-payment required
Leaflet delivery & printing
Call: 01278 238000
Mob: 07790 549 704 Tel: 01278 256 305
Chapple Interiors Professional Interior & Exterior Decorating Service Over 25 years experience • Approved member of ‘ICI Dulux Select’ • ‘Trust Mark’ approved tradesmen Wallpaper hanging specialists • Domestic, Commercial and Insurance work • Competitive free quotes Call: 01278 785678 or 07736 321416 Chapple04@hotmail.com www.chappleinteriors.co.uk
Advertise here from as little as £2.87 per week Call 01278 238000 or go to www.localreach.co.uk
MAN WITH A VAN
R J C LEA R A N C E S •Houses, Sheds, Garages, Gardens Cleared & Tidied •Odd Jobs & deliveries •Landlords welcome
Cal Richard on 32
07831 812 055 For advertising & leaflet delivery call 01278 238000 or visit www.localreach.co.uk
LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z PAINTERS & DECORATORS CONTINUED
C hr is C li fto n
Plumbing & Heating
Delux total painting & decorating. Internal and external. Free estimates.
01278 787242 07971082292 PLASTERERS
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Central heating fit & service Bathrooms complete fitting inc. tiling All plumbing works Free quotations Call Chris on 01278 784223 07920 097491
E.A.Smith
PLUmBiNG & hEAtiNG
• Bathrooms & Tiling • Kitchens • • Boiler Changes & Services• • Full Central Heating • • Landlord Gas Checks•
01278 256843
07824 818863 ethan.29390@yahoo.co.uk
PLUMBERS
P.H PLUMBING , HEATING & GAS ENGINEER 9 ATLANTIC CRESENT , B.O.S , SOMERSET , TA8 1NF FULLY QUALIFIED . FULLY INSURED 22 YEARS EXPERIENCE GAS BOILER SERVICE £30.00
SAFETY CHECKS INC LPG £30.00
ALL PLUMBING & TILING UNDERTAKEN FREE QUOTES & ADVICE CALL PAUL THE PLUMBER ANYTIME ON
07583 084786 / 01278 781788 CREDIT/DEBIT CARDS ACCEPTED
NO CALL OUT CHARGE
NO V.A.T
Plumbing and Heating
Plumbing an All Domestic Plumbing & Heating Plumbing and Heating Boiler Repairs & Spares Central Heating & Bathroom Installation Steve Mobile 07856 776531 Power Conway Flushing Specialists Drains & Blockages Steve Conway No Call Out Charge Steve Conway Mobile 07856 776531 Free Quotation
PLUMBING & HEATING • Boilers Installed & Serviced • Underfloor Heating & Renewable Heating • Bathroom & Kitchen Installed
07846 622036 01278 651122 www.mc-plumbingandheating.co.uk
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LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z PHOTOGRPAHY
STEVE HODGE
Property & Garden Maintenance 01278 722956 or 07708 062 145 www.stevehodge.biz • All types of Fencing, Gutters & fascia’s cleaned or replaced • Internal or external painting • Rental Property maintenance • All works considered
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
Fencing Sheds Patios Gravelling Power Washing Trimming Pruning
EPDM Flat Roofs UPVC Facias Soffits Cladding Guttering Painting
01278 589 122 • 07875 625 281 FREE, NO OBLIGATION QUOTES
Shoreline Property Maintenance House and Garden Maintenance Based in Burnham-on-Sea
• • • • • • • •
Drain and gutter unblocking Door locks repaired or replaced Brick and blockwork repairs All aspects of garden maintenance Garden waste taken away Window repairs Carpentry Painting
• • • • • • • •
Strimming Patio and paving Fencing Garage locks Lawn mowing Hedge trimming Tiling Plumbing
* Small jobs welcome * * Free estimates * * No call-out charges *
Local Friendly Service
Phone: 01278 795056 Mob: 07715 205676 Email: hrj.shoreline@gmail.com
Call us now on 01278 238000 to discuss how LocalReach can help you get more business.
REMOVALS
A&S
free estimates • free advice
FULL or PART house clearences plus container storage
call now on 01278 781330
07967 209692
www.asexpress.co.uk • asremovals@outlook.com
ROOFING
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Call FJ Hales on:
tel :01278 788247 mob:07939 664538 email: fjhales@talktalk.net
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NO VAT!!! REMOVALS
Roofing, Slating, Tiling.
Barry New
Roofing Services
Phone: 07881 385644 Email: info@barrynew.co.uk
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LOCAL BUSINESS A – Z SHEDS & SUMMER HOUSES
TILING SPECIALISTS
P. Deakin
Floor & Wall Tiler FREE Quotations Call now on: 07913 571479 / 01278 773691 TREE SURGEONS
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
TURF SUPPLIER
LAWN TURF SUPPLIER Established 1963
Turf supplied & laid if required Town & Country Service
07905 748499 01278 786859 W S Hancock, Oaktree Fm. Edithmead, BOS
TV/VIDEO
TV & VIDEO SERVICES
SEWING
Specialists in repairs to all makes of Plasma, LED & LCD TVs
Same day callout and repair service available Problems setting up your new tv? Ask for our in home digital tv tuning installation service Evening and weekend sessions available.
TAKEAWAYS
Discounts available for Senior Citizens
Tel: 01278 802042 or 07738 676054 tvvideoservices@aol.com
WILLS AND PROBATE
LASTING POWER OF ATTORNEY - £99 + vat HOME VISITS AVAILABLE
James & Co. 01278 786900
Natwest Bank Chambers, Victoria Street, Burnham-on-Sea
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