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From the editor Happy New Year, the past year has to go down on record as one of the quickest – whether this is due to the Olympic events held and the Jubilee Celebrations of 2012, but it does not seem a full 12 months since I was bidding you all a Happy 2012. There was also so much going on locally, despite the inclement weather we endured and I made a significant effort to go to as many as I could with my family. I speak to a lot of visitors to the area when working in Marine Cove and the comments are always the same – what a lovely area to live, there is so much to do, the people are so nice ..... to give you an idea. Sometimes however I feel we can all take things for granted, so my New Years resolution has to be to enjoy what we have on our door step and try not to take it for granted – otherwise we may loose it ..... enjoy this months publication and be sure to contact me with information you have on local groups needing publicity for their events. LocalReach also offers competitive rates for local businesses who wish to advertise in the magazine – please get in touch. LocalReach Community Editor for Burnham & Highbridge jacqui@localreach.co.uk
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Art Exhibition
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Four versatile local artists are exhibiting original paintings in the art lounge at the Princess Theatre and Arts Centre Burnham on Sea. The exhibition will run for 3 weeks commencing on the 22nd January until 9th February 2013. The Arts lounge is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10am until 3pm. The artists will be exhibiting: Rosemary Lane – Animals, Birds, Flowers and Trees in Acrylic Jim Baxter – Landscapes and seascapes in Acrylic Marian Bath – Flowers and Landscapes in mixed media Bill Edwards – Buildings and landscapes in pen and wash If you would like more information contact the Princess at neil@ theprincesstheatre.co.uk
No to Noisy Neighbours - Sedgemoor District Council’s Environmental Protection Unit has successfully prosecuted three occupants in Bridgwater for breach of noise abatement notices. The property was raided by Environmental Protection Officers in September and noise making equipment was seized. None of the defendants attended court. They were all tried in their absence and all three were found guilty. The court ordered the destruction of the defendants seized noise equipment and also imposed fines and costs totalling approximately £400 between the three. Dog poo fines – Sedgemoor District Council’s Dog Wardens have issued thee more Fixed Penalty Notices for Dog Fouling in Bridgwater, Highbridge and one on Burnham on Sea beach. This emphasises Sedgemoor District Council’s Environmental Health Services commitment for dealing with this type of anti-social behaviour. If you are concerned with Dog Fouling in a particular area within Sedgemoor, please report it to the Dog Warden on 0845 408 2540 so that it can be investigated
Bye-election ...for Highbridge and Burnham Marine ward - Sedgemoor District Council Following the resignation of Cllr Joe Leach (LD), there will be a bye-election on Thursday January 24th 2013. Nominations for the vacant seat on Sedgemoor District Council will close on noon on Thursday 27th December.
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The Arts Lounge - Burnham’s gallery & coffee lounge, housed within the Princess Theatre & Arts Centre. The newest public venue offered to the community. Recently refurbished to offer a relaxed contemporary lounge combined with the only art gallery in the area, which exhibits a variety of work, changing on a weekly basis from the Wessex region. All are welcome to the venue, particularly from Highbridge, Burnham and surrounding villages; the opening hours are Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 3pm. New exhibitions this month include a solo exhibition from Cherry Baker, a selection of works from the Pantomime Society, The Pawlett Painters group, an exhibition by four members from the Burnham Art Group and finally a solo exhibition from Peter Almond. On Wednesday the 9th between 7 and 9pm the venue is hosting their monthly Creative Club meeting for anyone involved
in the Creative Industries to attend a social evening and share information, meet other creative people from the region and perhaps learn from different disciplines. There will be a discussion to decide the future structure for this event and a short talk by a local artist, to the group, explaining the process and techniques of their discipline to all. This will be held in the Arts Lounge. At the same time and day, the organisation will be holding their Princess Open monthly meeting for all members of the Friends of The Princess Organisation, all volunteers at the venue and anybody that may have an enquiry or suggestion for the building. This will also be a social event for all of these people, encouraging everyone to share their experiences with each other and with anyone, which may
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Story Telling Event Put the date in your diary and come and be entranced by Adrian Beckingham of Story Mountain in his teepee at Marine Cove on Saturday 2nd February between 10am and 3pm. As part of National Story Telling Week we are trying to encourage people to attend the event and either listen or partake by reading your own story to a small group of people. We would like this event to be popular, so please get in touch early to register you interest in attending. The event is Free of charge and you do not have to stay for the full day. If you would like more information contact Jacqui Strong via email Jacqueline. strong@sedgemoor.gov.uk or call the office on 01278 436420.
Chris Sperring guest speaker The Berrow Conservation Group are very much looking forward to their next meeting on Tuesday January 22nd in the Berrow Village Hall at 7.30pm. This month we are pleased to announce our speaker will be Chris Sperring MBE Wildlife Broadcaster and Naturalist. His topic will be ' British Owls their natural history, and practical conservation'. He may even bring along an owl or two! Visitors are very welcome to attend. Entry, non-members £2 Members £1. Refreshments will be available.
Coastline Players Snow White. After an award winning success with their pantomime last year "The Old Woman That Lives in a Shoe" they bring to you Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs. This is the first time they have produced Snow White in Brean and with a cast of old favourites and new talent this promises to be a truly magical exciting and funny pantomime. The pantomime runs from Monday 18th February 2013 until Saturday 23rd February 2013 at Brean Village Hall. Tickets can be purchased from Brean Post Office.
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We may not have Gareth Malone, but we do have Jules & Peter Olsen who do a fantastic job of directing the Mudlarks Community Choir. We meet on Mondays between 7.00 9.00pm at Our Lady & the Martyrs Church Hall. No previous experience/ability to read music necessary. We sing a wide variety of traditional and songs from many different cultures. The new term starts on 7th January and the first session is free to newcomers. For more information visit mudlarkschoir.co.uk or contact peter.olsen@abmus.org.uk or 01278 783176.
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It’s Panto season again Well the BDPS hopes you all had a very special Christmas with lots of Fun, presents and happy family times . The Pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk is nearly here and looks like it is going to be a good one. Just right to get you going into the new year laughing your socks off - so buy your ticket and join us at the Princess theatre and arts centre from 25th of January till the 2nd of February. You can buy them at the box office 01278 784464 or online www.theprincesstheatre.co.uk. Some of the Panto people will be displaying their artwork in the bar/coffee bar too and the society is entering a group in the Highbridge and Burnham Festivals this year so a lot is planned to
happen soon. Why not join us. For more information from contact our membership officer Barbara Neill 784778. Win two week-day evening tickets to see Jack and The Beanstalk. The closing date to get your entries to the Princess Theatre and Arts Centre is Friday 18th January 2013 clearly marked Jack and the Beanstalk word search competition a winner will be drawn from the correct entries. Please include your name, address and contact number with your entry.
Film Showing To Raise Funds for Festival. The Highbridge Festival Of The Arts will be presenting a film showing afternoon at the Ritz Cinema, Burnham On Sea with kind permission from Pat Scott. After last years hugely successful showing of Mamma Mia we have arranged a showing of one of the best loved comedies of last year. With a cast including Judi Dench,
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The BD Jazz Club is the local Burnham area Traditional/New Orleans Jazz Club. The Club usually meets on the last Friday of every month for regular club sessions at Laburnum House Lodge Hotel in Sloway Lane West Huntspil. The club programme also includes special events, sometimes at other venues, which are listed in our programme. Find the programme on the BD Jazz club page of www.newsocietyjazz.co.uk The new year programme starts with this months regular club session on Friday January 25th Presenting The Tone Valley Jazz Band – another Great Somerset Band The venue is at our usual BD Jazz Club at Laburnum House Hotel; Playing times are from 8pm to 11pm Admission £3. For further information please contact Bob 01278 794709 or Diane on 01278 788070. We look forward to seeing you at one of our future regular club sessions or additional special events. Traditional Jazz. Thank you for supporting your local Jazz Club. Bob Reynolds & Diane Wilkins
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The next meeting is on Thursday 21st February - with a talk and film on 'So you think you know gladioli?' by Hazell Gill. The talk will take place in the church Hall, East Huntspill. 7.30pm. All are welcome, admission: members £1. nonmembers/visitors £1.50 with a raffle and refreshments.
Fish and Chip babies are newborn babies, many suffering from Aids, who are being sent home from hospital wrapped in just newspaper. A challenge was issued to Burnham-on-Sea Trefoil Guild ladies in August to knit ‘around a dozen or so’ jumpers to be shipped off to Africa by the beginning of October. The project so touched their hearts that they rallied round many of their friends to help and to our great surprise, when they were handed in and counted, we had achieved a staggering total of 353 jumpers and 111 beanie hats. We had been told not to use pastel colours as these discolour (maybe will not even get washed!), especially white as this is the colour that babies are buried in. So all the knitters used up their oddments of wool, producing jumpers in a vast array of colours. Burnham-on-Sea Trefoil Guild members would like to give a big ‘thank you’ to all the many friends who helped raise this enormous amount of jumpers, especially the ladies of St. John’s Church, Highbridge.
Annual Village Show Photographic Competition The photographic subjects for the annual Village Show on August 3rd are: 1: Wildlife in the garden, 2: A Village event. 3: A photo in monochrome (black and white). 4: Wet and Windy! All photos a maximum of 7 inches by 5 inches and mounted on white card or paper with half inch border for more information contact Kay: 01278 789679.
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The Rotary Club of Burnham-on-Sea are staging a Sponsored Swimarathon on Sunday 10th February 2013. Commencing 1000hrs The Venue - BREAN WATERSPLASH Coast Road, Brean, Somerset.
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The Friends of Apex Park Improvement Group With the help of 30 children from Churchfield School, their teachers, the Chairman of their PTA and two Sedgmoor District Groundsmen - members were able to plant 2,000 spring bulbs off a path leading to the River Brue. Many thanks to all the children and to their parents and teachers for allowing them to help with this annual event. We hope they did not get themselves or their clothes too muddy.
Barn Dance On Saturday 16th February at 7.30pm a Barn Dance is being held at The Watchfield Village Hall. Caller: Mr Gapper. Tickets are £7.50 each (includes Ploughman's Supper) Bring your own bottle! Booking is essential. For more information and to book tickets contact R Cotton on 01278 785595. Organised by the Watchfield Village Hall Committee
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Jazzercise instructors Introducing local Jazzercise instructors who teach in Somerset - from left right - Carolyn Holt, Deborah Hart and Patsy Pannifer. Carolyn teaches in East Huntspill Hall and has been a Jazzercise instructor for nearly 4 years; Deborah Hart qualified at the beginning of 2012 and teaches at St Andrews Church Hall and Patsy Pannifer teaches at Highbridge Hall and has been an instructor since 1984! Between them they teach Jazzercise Regular, Low Impact and Body Sculpting classes. Jazzercise Instructors are positive motivators, providing easy-to-follow cues and safety reminders. Each instructor participates in an intensive screening process and training program, and is CPR certified. In addition, they continue their education through fitness training center programs that keep them abreast of the latest developments in fitness. What results can I expect? Regular Jazzercise class is the original aerobic exercise class and combines dance, strength training, yoga, Pilates, and kickboxing movements into one fun and effective total body workout. The mix of Latin, hip hop and
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Exercise to Music New Years resolutions are more fun in groups. Exercise to music is a painless way to 'get up and go'. Held at Highbridge Community Centre on Mondays from 9.45am for £2.50. Just come along and try it out. Tel: 01278 784184 or email mary. lawrence@lineone.net
Sunlight Mental Health Library If you would like to borrow any books on all aspects of mental health, then pop into the Bay Centre any Tuesday morning between 10.00 – 12.00 noon. All books are borrowed for free.
U3A of Highbridge Keep Fit and Board Games Groups
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The keep-fit, quiz and board games group will meet on 8th January following their Christmas break. New members are always welcome to come along at any time, to join the groups on Tuesdays 2.15 p.m. - 5 p.m.at the GOSPEL CENTRE off Burnham Road, HIGHBRIDGE. The Groups celebrated their 13th anniversary on 27th November with a table laden with buffet food. The Christmas quiz was won by Beryl Bryant.
The AGM of Burnham Group of the C.S.R.F. will be held on Tuesday January 22nd following the annual lunch to be held at The Crossways Inn, West Huntspill. Members are advised to meet at noon at the Crossways Inn and order their meal on arrival. This is a very important meeting as the future of the group depends on the outcome. The South West Branch dissolved after their A.G.M. held in May 2012 so we receive all communications directly from Headquarters.
Spring Break in Cornwall Rosaleen Anderson has arranged a 5 day break to Cornwall on 15th -19th March at £149.00pp sharing a room half board with entertainment in the evenings. For more information 783652. These trips are arranged to give people the opportunity of enjoying the low rates by group booking.
A WARM & FRIENDLY WELCOME AWAITS YOU AT New Life Fellowship Pentecostal Church Unit 24 Moreland industrial park, Morland road, HighBridge, Somerset TA9 3TE
Sunday service 5pm Monday bible study 5pm W.S.M. Weekly house groups and prayer
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Happy New Year from the Avenue Tennis Club – Get fit and have some fun in 2013 Were you inspired by Andy Murray and Laura Robson to take up tennis – Why not take up the Avenue Tennis Club’s New Year offer of 10 tennis lessons and membership from Jan to Mar 2013 – (lessons on a Friday from 6:30 till 8:00 or Saturday from 2:00 till 3:30) for ONLY £50. Junior squad lessons recommence on Monday 7th January and will include a new Mini Orange Session (8 to 9 year olds) on a Friday evening from 4:00 till 5:00 – classes are run every night of the week for all ages and abilities from beginners to Avenue Academy players – see club website www.avenuetennis.com for details. The next School Holiday Tennis Club will be on 11th – 15th Feb 2013 for those children who wish to learn to play tennis during their school holiday from 9:00am till 4:00pm.
Highbridge Furniture Ltd Would like to thank everyone for their continued support of the community shop which is managed and run by volunteers. We are always needing donations of furniture, household goods clothing etc.. The furniture is cleaned & resold to those on low income, benefits, pension or students at low affordable prices as is the clothing & household goods. Clothing prices start at £1, come & grab a bargain. There is a £2 yearly membership payable upon joining, this ensures that should your income change for any reason you can still use HFL for the remainder of your membership. Highbridge Residents Association is always available at the shop should anyone need help with housing issues, advice or advocacy. Why not pop along, have a look around, grab a bargain.
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ADVICE FROM SEDGEMOOR CITIZENS’ ADVICE BUREAU (4) This is the latest of a series of articles in which an experienced adviser from Sedgemoor Citizens’ Advice Bureau will offer readers guidance on common problems that are brought to the Bureau’s attention.
ARE YOU FINDING DIFFICULTY IN PAYING GAS OR ELECTRICITY BILLS? If you are struggling to pay your energy bills, or if you are in debt to an energy supplier, this article explains what you can do. You should remember that non payment of fuel bills can result in the supply being cut off. If you are experiencing difficulty in paying gas or electricity bills, it is important to contact the supplier as soon as possible. Explain the situation and ask if you can come to an arrangement about how to pay off any arrears. Do ensure that, before contacting the supplier, you have worked out carefully how much you can afford. On the CAB web site (www. adviceguide.org.uk) you will find a budgeting tool to help you do this. The supplier should give you advice on how to pay back any money you owe and offer you a payment plan that takes account of your ability to pay. If you find that you are unable to keep to a payment plan, the supplier may install a pre-payment meter. It may be possible to find an alternative supplier and switch to a cheaper rate. However, before you do this, you should check carefully the terms and conditions of both your existing contract and those of the proposed new supplier to ensure that switching would not incur a penalty and that the new arrangement would meet your needs. If you are on certain benefits, you will qualify for a scheme called Fuel Direct. The relevant benefits area; • Income Based Jobseeker’s Allowance. • Income Support. • Income Related Employment and Support Allowance. • Pension Credit. Under the Fuel Direct scheme, your fuel bills 20
can be paid directly from your benefits. Fuel Direct is often cheaper than a pre-payment meter. The amount you pay is determined by the Department of Work and Pensions (the DWP). If you want more details of this scheme, contact the nearest Job Centre Plus. Another possible source of help is The Home Heat Helpline (0800 336699). This offers assistance with energy efficiency and fuel debts to people on low incomes. The Helpline can make sure that, if you are among the groups of people who should receive extra protection from disconnection, you will not be at risk of being cut off. People who might benefit from the Helpline include: pensioners, people with long term ill health, the disabled, families with very young children and people with very severe financial problems, as well as those on low incomes. The supplier cannot cut you off without first sending a Disconnection Notice and a Disconnection Notice cannot be issued until at least 28 days after you have been sent your bill. The supplier must also give you 7 days notice in writing before disconnection. If you do get into arrears and receive a Disconnection Notice, do take advice from the CAB as a matter of urgency. If you have any anxieties about any aspect of your energy bills or your overall financial position, do visit one of Sedgemoor CAB’s drop-in sessions at: •B urnham-on-Sea Methodist Church, College St. Burnham-on-Sea. (Tuesdays, 9.30-12.30). •H ope Baptist Church, Church St., Highbridge. (Thursdays, 9.30-12.30). • T he Lions, West Quay, Bridgwater. (Monday-Friday 10-1; Saturday 10-12).
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Somerset Hedge Group Photographic Competition 2012 Hedgerow flowers and fruits through the seasons Winners of the Somerset Hedge Group 2012 digital photographic competition were presented with their prizes on Friday 30th November at the Crowcombe Hall by Lady Gass, Lord-Lieutenant of Somerset. The Presentation Evening was opened by Pete Grainger, Chairman of the Somerset Hedge Group. Adam Lockyear, Farm Conservation Advisor, Somerset Farming and Wildlife Advisory Group SouthWest, followed with a talk on The role of hedges in the future of agriculture. Iain Porter, Development Officer, Quantock Hills AONB, followed with a presentation on The future of the Quantock Hills - opportunities and challenges facing protected landscapes. There were also a number of displays on hedging and the work of Hedge Group. Prizes were sponsored by Somerset County Council, the Mendip Hills AONB, the Blackdown Hills AONB,A5the Council1 for the Protection Toy Cupboard Leaflet_Layout 21/09/2012 10:28 Page 1 of Rural
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JANUARY Work IN THE GARDEN … Flowers/Shrubs.
Fruit
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If the ground is dry hoe between the plants in your borders so that birds can get at pests more easily.
Prune soft fruits if this has still to be done, cut away old and any thin shoots from black, red, white currants and gooseberries.
Finish any digging so that frost and the weather can break down the soil before spring planting.
Press any plants or shrubs that are lifted up by frost back into the soil. Cover the crowns of peonies with some compost and leave it to be washed in by heavy rain.
Thin main branches of apples and any that over cross each other. Dress strawberries with manure.
Potatoes - tubers can be placed in a seed tray to sprout and as soon as the weather permits you can plant some out in a warm border.
Rhubarb can be forced.
For more tips why not join your local gardening group? 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. On Monday 21st January 2013, Dinah Lindon-Crichley will be giving a presentation on “Roses – Old and New”.
This winter please help give Barn Owls a new home in every Somerset Parish Somerset residents are being asked to help protect one of the counties most iconic species, this winter, with the launch of Somerset Wildlife Trust’s barn owl appeal. The launch of the appeal marks the half-way point in the Trust’s ambitious project to get a barn owl nest box in every parish of the county. Thanks to the help of more than 500 volunteers, half of the project’s 335 nest boxes are built, and being put in place by local communities. Last week a nest box was presented to staff and volunteers at Moldrams Local Nature Reserve, near Wincanton, which is managed by South Somerset District Council. The project has also seen more than 1,000 children learning about barn owl conservation, including pupils at North Town School in Taunton and Chilton Cantelo School, near Yeovil, who last week received a visit from Beau the Barn Owl and Chris Sperring MBE, Conservation Officer for the Hawk and Owl Trust and Vice President of Somerset Wildlife Trust. As the three-year project enters its first winter the Trust has launched an appeal to raise £30,000 to support the Somerset Community Barn Owl Project over the next two years. Somerset Wildlife Trust’s Project Manager Jessy Emery explains: “Winter can be a tough time for a lot of wildlife, not least the barn owl whose numbers can plummet during harsh weather. Extreme winters in the 1940s and 1960s wiped out over half the UK population and barn owls have struggled to recover ever since. More than 80 per cent of barn owls now nest and raise 22
their young in man-made boxes like the ones going up in every parish of Somerset.” The project is a collaboration with the Hawk and Owl Trust, and all the farmers and landowners who are hosting parish boxes have received a visit and advice on habitat creation from Chris Sperring. The project has been supported with funds from Viridor Credits Environmental Company, and donations from local people will provide vital match funding. Recent records indicate that there are currently just 200 breeding pairs in Somerset, and their population in the UK has dropped by as much as 70% since the 1930s. The project aims to address this decline by providing nest sites and creating more rough, grassland hunting habitat. In October the project celebrated its first breeding success with four baby owlets photographed on the sill of a nest box which went up at a Viridor landfill site, near Puriton, in Sedgemoor. With so many boxes already in place the Trust wants to start a comprehensive monitoring and recording programme next spring. To donate go to www. somersetwildlife.org/barnowlappeal or call 01823 652400.
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Dreamscheme Enterprise Burnham Dreamscheme is looking at raising their own funds by operating a young enterprise within its group. The group will be run by the young people – we are trying to engage the young people into raising direct funds to benefit the project they are involved with. Applications have received from the youngsters to undertake roles within the enterprise, Marketing Manager, Administration Manager, Production Manager to name a few. The project will be overseen by Jacqui Strong and other volunteers of the Dreamscheme. We are now looking at taking orders for promotional material – at the moment the group can offer 44mm badges/magnets/keyrings and mirrors. The images can be designed for you or specific for your company or society. If you would like to support the enterprise by offering expertise in the business industry it would also be welcomed as we are looking for mentor figures to encourage the young people. If you would like more information email dreamscheme.badge@hotmail.com We would also like to see new members at the projects during the school holidays or at the after school club on Mondays 330pm – 530pm - 50p entry and best value tuck shop in Burnham. 7 – 14 year olds welcome, games/ pool/computers/craft.
BAY Centre & Disabled Swimming Club Help support Burnham’s BAY centre and the Disabled swimming club by visiting our super table-top sale on Sunday 20 January, between the hours of 10.30 am and 2.30 pm. This is a joint fund-raising event between the BAY centre and the swimming club to be held at the BAY Centre in Cassis Close, Burnham-on-Sea. Tables can be booked by ringing Mike Lang on 07889 815860. A feature of the day will be the temporary transformation of the BAY centre training suite, into a coffee lounge and cyber café, with the rest of the building devoted to sellers’ tables. BAY Vice Chairman Mike Lang says; “Now’s the chance to clear out your goods and chattels after Christmas, or even just pick up the odd bargain or two.”
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Once upon a time in Burnham part 3 – The butcher, the baker and .................. And who? Certainly not the candlestick maker. It appears that Burnham never had one of those; but it had lots of other trades, many of which we seldom hear of today and numerous others that are no longer to be found because their products can be manufactured more cheaply in factories elsewhere and transported here to be sold in non-specialist shops. Time was, when the two towns had so many butchers that it needs more than the fingers of both hands to count them, although it must be admitted that they were not all trading simultaneously; even so, there were several that were. Before the advent of cold stores and refrigerated lorries, meats, like most other produce was sourced locally, with farmers, who not only slaughtered their own cattle but sold the meat in their family shops. In Bragg’s guide of 1840 John Deacon is listed as a butcher at, or near premises later occupied by Wells Brothers (part of a well-known farming family) at what is now 19 Victoria Street between 1900 and 1910 when Robert Trott took over them. Coming more up to date, within living memory (just about); during the 1920s and 30s Charles Hawkins traded as a butcher from 14 High Street, later incorporated into Shickle’s Shoes. Around 1930s Charles B. Parsons succeeded Robert Trott in Victoria Street, before removing to the High Street, where the cobblers shop is now. Before that, however, the business passed into the hands of Frank Weed who later moved into a property at the other end of the street vacated by F W Durrant
at number 4, once occupied by Arthur Hunt who opened his shop in the late 1930s. In 1935 William Johnson took over the butchery business at 31 College Street that had been run by the Lawrence family for over 50 years; He was followed H V Wilson. It was by no means unusual for butchers like Lawrences to have their own slaughter house at the rear of their premises. From the beginning of the 20th century until after WWII 57 High Street, was the address of Eastmans the butchers, when it became Dewhurst. For its size, Highbridge was better served; around the cusp of the century another scion of the Wells family traded in what was referred to as High Street at the same time as Thomas Sparks was in Market Street. William Hatcher did not come onto the scene until 1910 when he was listed as a pork butcher in Church Street. Before he moved to 4 Market Street where the business remained until it was superseded after WWII by Forseys. Little can be said about Tom Hawkins who traded in Church Street, a few doors from William Hatcher. The Bristol Colonial Meat Store at 24 Church Street, lasted only a few years from 1931. Graham Bishop, the last real butcher in Highbridge shut his shop in Market Street in the first few years of the 21st Century – sorry, but you will have to wait for the baker until the next issue. Thanks to Bob Thomas for putting this bite sized history of Burnham and Highbridge together for Local Reach. For more historic facts on the 2 towns, look at his book available to buy from Hurleys.
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Please come and join us on the Saturday 19th January 2013 from 11am until 1230 at Burnham Baptist Church. We are serving soup, rolls, tea and coffee – no charge all are welcome. Thank you Lord for our Daily Bread on behalf of Burnham Baptist Church.
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Fritzlar Twinning Free Quiz on Burnham & Highbridge taking place on Wednesday 16th January 2013 at 7.30pm in St John’s Church Hall, Highbridge Just turn up on the night everyone welcome. Refreshments available.
Wassailing Evening at Rich’s Cider Farm Burnham on Sea Rotary Club and Rich’s Cider Farm are jointly hosting the annual Wassailing Evening at Rich’s Cider Farm, Watchfield on Saturday 12 November 2013, commencing at 7pm. A traditional Somerset frolic, with music by The Mangled Wurzels and Bob Darch Road Show and a bar until midnight. Tickets at £7.50 available from Rich’s Cider on 01278 783651 or on-line www.richscider.co.uk Entry is free for children under 12 years. The Rotary Club President, Hugh Mackay said: “We are grateful to Rich’s Cider for facilitating our annual Wassailing Evening.” He added “All proceeds this year will go to Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance.”
Coffee Morning The Friends of the Burnham Community Centre will be holding A Coffee Morning on Saturday 5th January 2013. Please come along and enjoy a nice cup of coffee and find your self a bargain on our Bric a Brac Stall or from our clothing rail. We look forward to seeing you.
Burnham Bowling Club Burnham Bowling Club wish you all a happy and healthy new year. The indoor bowling season continues until the end of March and is a pleasant way of passing the winter months. It can also give a gentle introduction into the outdoor bowling that recommences in April should you wish. If you are thinking of taking up a new hobby, or just wanting to keep active, you will find bowling a friendly sport that could fulfil your needs, and more. Get a head start on the outdoor 2013 season by joining now, with 50% reduction on the first year's outdoor membership fee for new bowlers. For details of indoor membership, including coaching, contact June Bridges (Tel: 781706). For information on general membership contact the Men's Secretary, Alan Lane (792508) or the Ladies' Secretary, Joan Hazelton (792410).
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Fashion Show/ Sale at King Alfred School on 31 January 2013 Burnham on Sea Rotary Club and Burnham on Sea Inner Wheel Club are jointly presenting their annual Fashion Show/Sale at The King Alfred School, Highbridge on Thursday 31 January 2013. The event will commence at 7.30pm in B Block, with doors opening at 7pm. Our partner, SD Fashion Show Ltd, will be showing High Street quality items at bargain prices from Marks & Spencer, per una, Next, Wallis, BHS in all sizes. All items modelled and available on the night can be purchased by cash, cheque or Credit Card. Wine and soft drinks will be available for purchase. Admission is £4, with tickets available from Material Needs (79 High Street, Burnham on Sea) Sandra Moon (Inner Wheel Club) on 01278 789031 or Hugh Mackay (Rotary Club) on 01278 787579. The Rotary Club President, Hugh Mackay said: “We are looking forward to putting on this popular event, to raise funds for local Rotary and Inner Wheel charities”. The Inner Wheel President, Debbie Spragg added “This event has a dual purpose of raising money for charity and there are also some terrific bargains to be had, especially during these difficult times”. 25
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Tel: 01278 780966 Mob: 07710 692277 Flooring Specialists
Barmond Carpets & Flooring Flooring SpecialiStS
We don’t say we’re the best, our customers do
All aspects of flooring including: Carpets • laminates • vinyls • Karndean We also offer a very competitive carpet cleaning service
We visit you direct - no need to leave the comfort of your home or business Free QuotationS & planning Service Mike Bartlett & Mark raymond
07748 961103
01278 783410
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■ Domestic
07794 662821
Financial Services
Robert F Parker Financial Services Independent Financial Advisers
For financial advice in Somerset 39 Julian’s Acres, Berrow Burnham-on-Sea Somerset, TA8 2LX Telephone: 01278 793844 Fax: 01278 780532 email: mail@robertparker.info Robert F Parker Financial Services is a trading style of The Clarkson Hill Group plc which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority
Advertising & Leaflet delivery call LocalReach on 01278 238000.
Local Business A – Z funeral Directors
Ashley Edwards
FunErAl DirEctors & MonuMEntAl MAsons “In trying circumstances, it’s reassuring to have someone you can rely on” A high standard of sincere, dignified and caring service, offering advice and support on all aspects of funeral and memorial planning.
Launderette
BAYWASH LAUNDERETTE Need help with your laundry?
Collect
Wash & Dry
Iron
Here to help, 24 hours a day
£12.50 per 16LB load
Office at: 10 Church Street, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 3AF
Call Geraldine on 01278 684074 or 07710695490
telephone: 01278 794 304 Garden Services
Massage
Garden Works ■ Patios ■ Fencing ■ Turfing ■ ■ Block paving ■ etc ■ Free estimates No job too big or too small
tel: 01278 786979 mob:07816 250441
Local & Established for 12 years.
Keith’s AGarden Services cut above the rest
WE’LL HELP YOUR GARDEN TO LOOK IT’S BEST! Weekly visits if needed • Grass Cutting• Hedge & Tree Cutting • Turfing & Fencing Ground Clearance • Gravel Laid • Gardens Renovated
01278 765820
07887 835386
Garden Services Contd
Oliver’s GardeninG services decking, fencing, paving & patios jungle taming & clearance work weekly / monthly maintenance hedge trimming / tree work turfing and lawn mowing Oliver Stewardson oliversgardeningservices.com Mobile : 07909163363 oliversgardeningservices@gmail.com Fully insured. Excellent Rates. Free Estimates
Home Dog boarding
Deliver
RELAXING MASSAGE For Gentlemen
Local Masseur with 12 years experience offers relaxing body massage, to ease away your aches & stresses For further details or to discuss your needs CaLL Ben
07895886796 Music Lessons
Music classes for 0-5 years
Tues & Wed mornings at the Tennis Club, The Grove
For more details or a free session call Sarah on: 07977591847
Newsagents
NEWSAGENTS
RectoRy StoReS
1 Rectory Place, Burnham-on-Sea ta8 2dz
Newspaper deliveries 7 days £1.50 Per Week
Small grocery orders can also be delivered with newspapers For more information call Dianne and Neil Crombleholme on:
01278 784330 When replying to an advert, say you found it in LocalReach
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Local Business A – Z Plumbers contd
Painters & decorators
E.A.Smith
PLUmBiNG & hEAtiNG
• Bathrooms & Tiling • Kitchens • • Boiler Changes & Services• • Full Central Heating • • Landlord Gas Checks•
Delux total painting & decorating. Internal and external. Free estimates.
01278 256843
01278 787242 07971082292
07824 818863 ethan.29390@yahoo.co.uk
Plasterering & Artexing
ARTISTIC ARTEXING & PLASTERING SPECIALISTS Over 25 years Experience
Plumbing and Heating
All Aspects of Plastering Skimming over Artex Creative Designs & Coving
Plumbing an All Domestic Plumbing & Heating Boiler Repairs &Plumbing Spares and Heating Central Heating & Bathroom Installation Steve Conway Caravan Specialists Mobile 07856 776531 Drains & Blockages Steve Conway Mobile 07 No Call Out Charge Steve Conway Mobile 07856 776531 Free Quotation
Clean & Friendly Service
0775 9255438 01278 489493 Plumbers
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Decorating • carpentry HanDyman service
Brean bing & Heatin m u g Pl c
for all your household needs
No job too small
For a FREE estimate
All Domestic Plumbing & Heating
Call FJ Hales on:
tel :01278 788247 mob:07939 664538
Boiler Repairs & Spares Central Heating & Bathroom Installations
email: fjhales@talktalk.net
Phoenix
Caravan Specialists
ProPerty Maintenance
Drains & Blockages 24 Hour Emergency Call-out Free Estimates
T
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Call Shaun Sutherland on 07841 860713
1 Popham Close, Somerset. TA6 4LD 30
Call Stevemaintenance the Plumber on 07856 776531 Property
Painting & Decorating Kitchen Fitting tiling of Walls & Floors Garage Doors Fitted & repaired uPVc cladding & Glazing locks fixed, fencing, decking & sheds
call Justin on:
07913 007121 or 01278 786312 your ProPerty My Priority
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Local Business A – Z Removals
A&S
Turf Supplier
NO VAT!!! removals free estimates • free advice
REMOVALS Local and Long Distance BUDGET REMOVALS From £80 REMOVALS At short notice HOUSE CLEARANCE Including single items
call now on 01278 781330 07967 209692 www.asexpress.co.uk • asexpresslimited@aol.com
Secretarial Services
LAWN TURF SUPPLIER Established 1963
Turf supplied & laid if required Town & Countr y Ser vice
07905 748499 01278 786859 W S Hancock, Oaktree Fm. Edithmead, BOS
Tiling Specialists
P. Deakin
Floor & Wall Tiler FREE Quotations Call now on: 07913 571479 / 01278 773691 Tree Surgeons
Secretarial Services Angela Glenn
Any typing/admin requirements, quotes per job, no job too big or small. CV’s, speeches, reports, presentations, wedding invitations etc.
07934 004957
bos_secretarialservices@hotmail.co.uk Taxis and Cabs
Cookies Cabs
Local & Friendly Airport Transfers • Hospital Visits Wheel Chair Access • 7 Seater Vehicle Call for competitive rates 07912 580685
Airport transfers • Rail transfers • Chauffeur hire • Business trips Travel in sTyle! Television Aerials
Window cleaners
PCS window cleaning
FAMILY BUSINESS • LOCAL &RELIABLE
for your FREE quote call vic on:
07787 168253
See-View Window Cleaning Domestic & commercial
conservatories, roofs, Gutters and Fascias static and touring caravan cleaning specialist Gutter Vacuum system local, very reliable and Fully insured call lee on:
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All types of TV aerials plus extra points Freesat, Sky and European/Motorised dishes Discreet and careful installations FREE call out and quotations Quality installations for over 21 years Please call DAVID FORD on either TEL: 01278 489182 MOBILE: 07740 946385
01278 782996 or 07766604200
www.see-viewcleaningservices.co.uk
email : info@see-viewcleaningservices.co.uk
Advertise here from £4.75 per week. Call 01278 238000
or email: sales@localreach.co.uk
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