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Welcome to the November Issue of LocalReach
After a month of festivals in October, you could be forgiven for thinking that perhaps Wells would slow down a little and draw breath – but not a bit of it. November is as full of events and festivities as ever. Remembrance Day is commemorated in different services across the city; the eagerly anticipated carnival is coming to town; there is the opportunity to soak up music at numerous concerts at the cathedral and, dare I say it, “it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas”! As always, there are updates on several charities and groups in the city so take a look and see if any are of interest to you; they all would love to see new members. On that note, we can only include your event, charity or group if we know about it. So send me all the details either by email or contact me via twitter or facebook, including a good quality picture or logo if at all possible. Local Reach is delivered to over 6,000 households around Wells free of charge, so it really is the ideal way to reach your local audience. We’ve had some great feedback from both groups and residents so we know it is working.
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Tuesday 1st November
CHRISTMAS ARTISAN CRAFT MARKET
Wells and Mendip Museum, 8 Cathedral Green, Wells BA5 2UE. This month we welcome Phillipa Threlfall from Black Dog in Wells to tell us about her ceramics. Philippa has been making murals in relief ceramic for over fifty years. She will describe how she came to work in this relatively unusual medium and the techniques that she uses. Her talk also covers both the triumphs and the frustrations of a life spent working for public commissions. Visitors are always welcome, £3 charge for the meeting. 7.15 for 7.30pm start.
4-6 November Some This November The Bishop’s Palace in Wells will help you to get your Christmas shopping started in style with their inspirational Christmas Artisan Craft Market from 4-6 November, 10am-4pm. With a range of over 30 stalls of local, handmade crafts and products to browse, your Christmas gifts could be top of the tree this year! The Artisan Markets will also offer a range of dropin workshops, live demonstrations and multiple opportunities to try your hand at something new with a variety of Craftspeople and artists. Stalls will include decoupage, woodwork, ceramics, stained glass, pressed flowers, home furnishings, and many more. Seasonal food and drink will be available and musical performances will also take place in the Chapel.
Look forward to seeing you there. (Bring a mug for tea or coffee.) Please contact the secretary at wellssomersetwi@gmail.com for any other information. Find us on Facebook.
Tickets are available at a reduced price (£6 Adult, Child 5-18 £3 Under 5’s and Palace Members FREE) and are available from the Palace Shop, by telephone 01749 988 111 or online: www.bishopspalace.org.uk
CREATIVE TEXTILE WORKSHOPS
surface stitchery to achieve a stunning effect. This hand-embroidery technique is very easy to master and can be addictive! All abilities are welcome.
5 - 19 November 10:00am - 4:30pm Following the popularity of our Creative Textile Workshops back in July, The Bishop’s Palace will be holding a further series on different themes in November. Places are strictly limited so do contact us to book if you are interested. Tickets are £35, including materials, and will be on sale in The Bishop’s Palace Shop or by calling 01749 988111 ext 205
5 Nov - Fabulous Foliage Learn the art of silk ribbon embroidery. The glorious foliage colours of autumn will be our central theme as we combine ribbon and simple 4
12 Nov - Autumn Garland Using a wide selection of sumptuous fabrics and threads you will be creating your own handembellished Autumn Garland, bursting with seasonal foliage, fruits and berries. Easy hand embroidery stitches will be used in your design. All abilities are welcome, although some basic experience would be an advantage. Friendly guidance will be given in each stage of the process. 19 Nov - Fragile Forms Learn how to capture the delicate architectural beauty of different seed heads, grasses and cobwebs through simple stitch techniques. Guidance will be given at each stage of your design to help you create your own framed piece. Some experience in basic hand embroidery skills would be an advantage.
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WALKING THE MENDIPS
The Mendip Society holds a walk somewhere on the Mendips every Saturday. Come and join in for just a £2 donation towards the Mendip Society Heritage Fund. Assistance Dogs, and well behaved dogs on leads, are also welcome. FORTHCOMING WALKS: 5 Nov: Dolebury and Woodland Walk 5 miles. MODERATE Meet at 1.30pm in Peartree Industrial Estate, Bath Rd, Langford (BS40 5DJ). Contact: Gill 01934 742508 ST 462 595 12 Nov: around Winscombe 4-5 miles. MODERATE Meet at 1.30pm behind the Woodborough Inn (BS25 1HD). Contact: Mary 01934 843789 ST 421 576
26 Nov: Around Chilcompton 5 miles. MODERATE Meet at 1.30pm in the lay-by on the B3139 to the east of Chilcompton near Norton Green Nursery (BA3 4RR). Contact: Peter 01761 221995 ST 659 520 3 Dec: An Advent Amble Around Wells & Dinder 5 miles. MODERATE Meet at 1.30pm at the east end of Ash Lane, Wells (BA5 2LW) Contact: Brian 01749 67245
19 Nov: Blagdon, Ubley and Rhodyate Hill 5-6 miles. MODERATE/HARD Meet at 1.30pm in Blagdon Village Car Park, Station Road (BS40 7TA). Contact: Richard 01275 852786 ST 500 591
Walks are graded: EASY - up to 4 miles with mainly undemanding terrain; MODERATE - 4 to 6 miles, consisting of one significant hill or several smaller ones; HARDER - more than 6 miles with continuous steep ascents and/or a number of smaller steep hills.
MID SOMERSET OXFAM GROUP QUIZ NIGHT
WELLS CATHDRAL VICARS CHORAL COMMEMORATION CONCERT
Come and join in a fun quiz night on Sunday 6 November at The Britannia Inn, Wells. 7.00 for 7.30 pm start. The cost is £2.50 per person with teams of up to 6 people. To book a table please ring Terry on 01749 672342. Information on all our events can be found on our website midsomersetoxfam.co.uk
Saturday 10 November, 8.00pm – 9.30pm A candlelit concert featuring a selection of some of the finest cathedral music for men’s voices, and arrangements of popular songs, performed by the highly acclaimed Vicars Choral of Wells Cathedral Choir, directed by Jonathan Vaughn. Tickets: £15.00; available from Wells Cathedral Shop Box Office (01749 672773).
WELLS AND DISTRICT FLORAL ART SOCIETY – CHRISTMAS SEASON
On Tuesday 8 November, the club will begin its Christmas season with an open meeting at the Little Theatre, Wells. Doors open at 6.45 pm for 7.30 pm. This is a very popular evening for members, their families and friends. The evening begins with snacks and a glass of wine and is followed by a demonstration with Coral Gardiner titled: A Country Christmas. A farmer’s wife and daughter, Coral is a national demonstrator and a gold medal winner at Chelsea. Later in the month on Tuesday 29 November we will hold our AGM at St Thomas Church hall at 2.15 pm. This will be followed by afternoon tea served by our committee. Our Christmas celebrations culminate with a lunch at the Swan Hotel on Monday 12 December. Club members will also be going to the S.W. Area’s AGM held at Warmley. It will be followed by a demonstration by Julia Knight from Norfolk entitled Jack Frost. As you can see we are a fun and active club and we are always happy to welcome new members and encourage beginners. We begin a new series of demonstrations in January. Look out for details of next year’s events.
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WELLS CATHEDRAL FREE LUNCHTIME CONCERTS
Wells Cathedral offers a number of free lunchtime concerts throughout the month of November. 1.051.45pm. Admission is free although donations are welcome on entry. Retiring collection in aid of Wells Cathedral Music. www.wellscathedral.org.uk 10 November Lunchtime organ recital 24t November Bach Complete Organ Works: Recital 12. The twelfth in the bi-monthly series of organ recitals surveying the complete organ works of J.S. Bach over six years – this year featuring the miscellaneous chorale preludes.
WELLS CATHEDRAL REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY REQUIEM
Sunday 13th November - 3-4pm Wells Cathedral Choir, Rachael Lloyd (mezzo soprano), Philip Dukes (viola), Jonathan Vaughn (organ), Matthew Owens (conductor). Following the Cathedral Choir’s world premiere performance, in 2015, of Gary Davison’s Requiem, the work is performed once again, within a devotional service, interspersed with War Poetry. Admission: free. Retiring collection in aid of the Poppy Appeal and Wells Cathedral Music.
WELLS CATHEDRAL ‘EARLY MUSIC WELLS’ CONCERT
Saturday 26 November, 7.00pm – 8.00pm In its 20th anniversary year, The Brook Street Band presents music by Bach, Handel, Leclair, and Telemann. Lisete da Silva (baroque flute), Farran Scott (baroque violin), Tatty Theo (baroque cello), Carolyn Gibley (harpsichord). “So infectious is the enthusiasm of these gifted players for their Baroque master that you will find it hard to suppress a smile at the sheer energy and effervescence” (The Observer). Tickets: £12.00; available from Wells Cathedral Shop Box Office (01749 672773) and at the door.
ST CUTHBERT'S REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICE & PARADE Sunday 13th November 9.45am, Each year the Wells Branch of the Royal British Legion takes part in the Remembrance Sunday Service at St. Cuthbert’s Parish Church, followed by the wreath laying at the War Memorial, after which the Remembrance Parade takes place.
WELLS CATHEDRAL ADVENT CAROL SERVICE Sunday 27 November, 5.00pm – 6.30pm All are welcome for this beautiful and thought provoking start to the Christmas season at Wells Cathedral.
ACE TENNIS COACHING
Anyone taking to the courts at Wells Tennis Club can benefit from the highest standard of Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) coaching available. Club coach, Kevin Durney is now one of only three instructors in Somerset with a Master Coach Level Five qualification – the highest standard possible from the LTA. To gain the award Kevin undertook a three-year honours degree course with Northumbria University and travelled across the country to learn from those at the top of the tennis world, covering all aspects of the game at the highest level. Club chair Dan Cooke said: “Well done to Kevin for working so hard over the last few years to boost his qualifications and bring top quality tennis coaching to Wells, for groups and individuals to enjoy.” For more information, visit www.wellstc.co.uk
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SOMERSET SHROUDS OF THE SOMME Until 11th November Wells & Mendip Museum
The 301 figures, representing the soldiers from Somerset or Somerset regiments who were killed during the first four hours on the first day of the Battle of the Somme, were placed by children from 7:30am to 11:30am on Friday 1st July, the same time frame but exactly 100 years after the battle began. The children were inspired to make the figures after seeing the 19240 Shrouds exhibition, by artist Rob Heard. Hearing about the Coxley School project, Rob Heard came to visit the school to see the children's work, which was an incredible and memorable experience for the whole class, especially as they were able to ask Rob many questions they had about the making of his figures. On display within Wells and Mendip museum WWI exhibition until 11th November, the figures are for sale by donation to charity for £5-£7. Please register your interest in a figure at the museum reception.
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WELLS REMEMBERS EXHIBITION
This thought provoking exhibition at Wells & Mendip Museum opened in August 2014 to mark the centenary of the start of the First World War, and will continue until 2018. The exhibition tells the story of the dramatic events of one hundred years ago, beginning with a cleverly constructed walk through the trenches. Subdued lighting, beautifully painted scenes, the barrage of bullets and artillery fire all add to the atmosphere. Displays and artefacts tell the stories of individuals from Wells and the surrounding villages, covering the home front and the fighting fronts. Material has come from the City Archives, the museum’s collections of images and artefacts, and a wide range of objects have been generously lent to the Wells Remembers Project. These include the Knight Collection - a fascinating collection of weapons, uniforms and equipment. This is real community venture, put together by a team of volunteers and co-ordinated in partnership with the Blue School and Wells Cathedral School, city archives, Wells Cathedral, the local newspaper, the Royal British Legion and the Bishop’s Palace. If you haven’t visited it yet, I urge you to go along and have a look.
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WELLS LIONS CLUB
16 November This year’s Wells Moat Boat Races were an undoubted success, with thousands of people attending, thousands of pounds raised for local good causes, and overwhelming support offered to keep the event alive. Individuals, businesses and organisations including Mogers Drewett solicitors and Avon & Somerset Search and Rescue, rallied in response to the appeal for volunteers made by the organisers Wells Lions Club. This year’s principal sponsor, The Swan Hotel, also confirmed it will commit the same support for next year. The planning process for the 2017 Races will begin with a first meeting of the new organising team on Wednesday 16 November. Anyone interested in helping is welcome to attend and can contact Wells Lions for more information. This year’s Races generated almost £10,000 for local charities. Wells Lions and their organising partners Wells Air Cadets, made a profit of £6,000 for their respective causes. Ian Burt, President of Wells Lions said: “This is a free to attend event. We rely totally on sponsorship to cover our costs and the public’s donations to make our profit. We would like to thank everyone who gave so generously to support us. “And there is more good news. The appeal by Wells Lions for new members also drew an amazing response. To date, a total of 19 local people have declared an interest in joining. It’s not too late to get involved in both Lions membership and next year’s Moat Boat Races.” Anyone interested can contact Ian for more details on 01458 210926 or millerburt@btinternet.com
WELLS CARNIVAL
Friday 18th November, 7pm It’s Carnival Time! The Wells carnival route starts at Strawberry Way, turning right into Tucker Street, left into Portway, right into Chamberlain Street and from there it turns right into Sadler Street, High Street, Broad Street and then Priory Road, ending at the roundabout. Diversions will be sign posted around the City and outskirts as previous years. The organisers recommend that you make your way to the carnival around one hour before it is scheduled to start. This allows time for you to park and take up your position before the carnival procession starts.
JAZZ SKILLS DAY
Sun 20 November, 9.30am-4pm at Cedars Hall Enjoy an inspirational day developing jazz improvisation skills with tutors Edward Leaker and Jack Coward plus special guest tutor, Iain Bellamy. There are graded workshop groups from advanced, experienced jazz players to beginner improvisers Taking place in the new state-of-the-art Cedars Hall, it is open to all ages and abilities with a suggested minimum standard of around grade 4. The day is aimed at all single line instruments but with particular focus on Saxophone, Trumpet and Trombone. There is a chance to perform with a professional rhythm section and enjoy a lunchtime gig with Iain Bellamy, plus all participants are entitled to a reduced price ticket to Wells Cathedral School’s Big Band concert starting at 7pm. For detail and admission form, contact Dominique Swain, tel: 01749 834487 or email: d.swain@wells-cathedral-school.com. Admission cost £30.
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LOCAL EXPERT PAGE With more uncertainty in the financial world than most of us can remember, low interest rates, possible effects of Brexit & flexibility around pensions there has never been a more important time to review finances. Many Banks and Building Societies no longer offer financial advice, even if the branch remains open. Some people I meet have little, if any, experience of investments and are understandably wary. The great news is, there are more and more choices available, including those with guarantees or protection built in for the more cautious amongst us. Do your pension arrangements still suit your hopes for a comfortable retirement? I regularly meet clients with pension funds that have not been reviewed. Don’t forget the value of investments can fall as well as rise and you may get back less than you invest. This emphasises the value of keeping on top of your affairs. If you have a mortgage or are looking to obtain a mortgage for the first time, are you confident you are benefiting from or will find the most competitive rate for your circumstances? There are some great deals available at the moment but it is always worth remembering your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage. Please note there is a fee for mortgage advice. The precise amount will depend on your circumstances but we estimate that it will be £495 but only if we help you successfully secure a mortgage. Perhaps your wealth is tied up in your home and you’re concerned about income? Releasing money from property can sometimes be the answer. I can offer a review of the possible options open to you such as a
lifetime mortgage. To understand the features and risks of this type of product I recommend you ask for a personalised illustration. I offer independent financial advice meeting in your home or at our office. Only if and when you agree to my recommendations will I levy any fee and only when we have agreed this in advance. I will be with my colleague Marcus at our regular advice session on 6th December, 10am to 1pm at The Princess Theatre, Burnham-on-Sea, where we can meet and have a brief chat or alternatively you can call or email me. Nick Bashford Dip Cii, Cert Cii (MP & ER) nick@investsouthwest.co.uk 01278 760190, 07503911779 www.investsouthwest.co.uk
Do You Have Any Questions On Wills, Power Of Attorney, Home Protection Trusts Or Financial Matters? Free advice is on offer at the Princess Hall in Burnham On Sea on 6the December 2016 from 10 am to 1pm. Marcus Medd, Member of The Society of Will Writers and Linda Fisher the Regional Chairperson will be joined by Nick Bashford an Independent Financial Adviser from Invest Southwest to give free advice on subjects such as Wills, Power of Attorney, Home Protection Trusts and financial matters.Please just drop in for confidential advice, people will seen on a first come first served basis, if you cannot make this date you can contact Marcus Medd on 01278 256414 for an appointment at your home, to discuss any matters confidentially.
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WELLS SOUP – BENEFITING THE COMMUNITY
Wells SOUP is all about bringing people together and supporting projects that benefit the community. Wells held its 4th successful lunchtime SOUP in October and presented a cheque for £265 to Beanstalk, the charity that helps children with reading in local schools. Sheila Flanagan, who made a four minute presentation on behalf of Beanstalk said: “We are very grateful to Wells Independents, who organise the SOUP events. The money we received will help us to help more children with reading in the Wells community.” Three other charitable organisations made presentations and each will receive £89. These were Project Linus (providing provides quilts and knitted blankets to babies and children in need), the Somerset Guild of Craftsmen (looking at providing training courses in Wells) and community radio station GFM (which is improving the strength of its signal to broaden its broadcast). This is a real community event. For £5 members of the audience received soup made at The Blue School’s commercial kitchen, bread from Waitrose and drinks provided by Morrisons; they also had the power to change Wells for the better by voting for one of four good causes or charities. The money on the door was matchfunded by local businesses Greenslade Taylor Hunt, Probusiness and D H James. “We are delighted to support such a simple and effective initiative,” said Chris Goodwin of D H James. Cathy Judge and John Francis entertained the audience with their acoustic music. “They were superb,” said Ross Young from Wells Independents. “We are very grateful to them and for all the voluntary help and donations that we receive.” The next Wells SOUP event is 14 January. For further information contact Simon Lawder at simon.lawder@gmail.com
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Heads Up provides a therapeutic environment and a range of services, support and guidance for adults of all ages recovering from, or living with, mental health needs and other difficulties. It boasts excellent facilities including welcoming work spaces, a communal kitchen and a large garden with outdoor seating areas. Our team of workshop coordinators focus and structure their sessions carefully to provide relaxed, engaging learning experiences which give people the opportunity to rekindle skills, learn from new experiences, encourage self-management and personal development and empower people to develop personal resilience and make informed decisions about their future with greater confidence, knowledge and hope. We currently offer the following workshops: Pottery, Woodcraft, Arts and Crafts, Creative Activities, Gardening and Cookery. Our Memories Workshop not only enables those living with Dementia to spend time with others in a safe, nurturing environment but also provides vital respite for carers and families. Activities throughout the day are very much based on individual preferences and can include but are not limited to arts and crafts, cooking, spending time in our healing garden, sharing memories, singing and dancing. To find out more about workshop days and times, making a referral and cost please get in touch t: 01749 670667, Email: info@headsupsomerset.org.uk www.headsupsomerset.org
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PIANO AND SINGING LESSONS
Having decided to move her successful piano and vocal school out of London to a more rural setting, Alice Wong is now taking students in the Glastonbury, Street and Wells area. Alice has over 20 years teaching experience and has the ability to pass on her love of music to her many students. This is clear when you look at the high grades they achieve in the ABRSM graded exams. Alice has won many awards and competitions for both piano and singing. She has been a full time professional performer and entertainer and is now passing on her experience to students of all ages and abilities. She is a firm believer in 'the basics' and teaches music theory alongside the practical. She also teaches those who just want to play piano for fun. Alice has trained a number of singers, including a recording artist in London and a number of students now attending theatrical schools. She herself still performs regularly, singing and playing many music styles from jazz and classics to pop. Alice takes the teaching of music seriously and regularly refreshes her technique by attending ABRSM organised seminars and practical courses. She says: "for me to give the best possible teaching, I need to be aware of all the latest styles and techniques".
It is this devotion to her students that has led to their success, and the success of her London school. For more information go to www.pianoandvocal.co.uk
WELLS IN MOSAIC – MOVING ALONG...
Wells will be captured for decades of future visitors in a six metre diameter mosaic which is being design and built by mosaic artist Ruth Ames-White, who lives and works in the city. With support from the Wells Civic Society and Wells Lions to kick start the project, a great deal of research and preparatory work has already been carried out but there is much more to do. The project is likely to take two – three years to complete but Ruth said: "I'm really excited about the positive progress being made and thoroughly enjoying the research and design - to which we are hugely indebted to our fantastic team of experts. It will also be great to work with schools and community groups as we move forward. Despite having lived in and around Wells for 45 years, I'm amazed how much of the rich and varied history of our City there is still to learn." Members of the Wells in Mosaic team recently walked the whole of the historic street pattern of Wells. This will help to distinguish the buildings which will be depicted in the mosaic which will be a major attraction for the City, and will also help visitors to navigate their way around the historic gems. Steve Wilson, of Wells Lions, first proposed the idea and is delighted to see it has so much support. "I always knew this was a great project but we've had nothing but praise and positive comments from everyone! We've had modest donations so far, to help us work our way through the inevitable bureaucracy, but once we're at the stage of formally commissioning the work we'll be looking for much more help from the community and beyond to give Wells a beautiful piece of art that should last for many, many generations." he said. Chris Winter, Chair of the Wells Civic Society said: “This is a long term project and in order to ensure the mosaic lasts many, many years – decades! - once it is in place, we need to support it for the duration of its development but also for the future. We are looking at ways to set up funding in perpetuity to cover maintenance and so on.” 14
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OAKVILLE CARE CENTRE
It’s great to be celebrating our 20th anniversary this year as a company and we would like to say a very big thank you to all our customers from Frome & Wells for their fantastic support. The shop is best known for offering an extensive range of mobility and independent living products for continence management, to arthritic and joint supports, distress alert systems, Cosyfeet wide fitting shoes, wheel chair hire, and much much more. Wellbeing is also important to our customers, so we have introduced a range of natural immune boosting products to help keep colds at bay; a range of organic shower gels and a natural skincare section with 47 different products. In many ways, the shop is similar to the day we opened, but things are always changing so it’s important to keep up with the times. In addition customers can now view and purchase over 700 products on our website, as well as access to a wealth of useful information. We pride ourselves on offering a great value service with free product samples, free viewing of our products in your own home and free delivery. There is no obligation as long as our customers are happy, then so are we!” in-fact most of our business comes from recommendations. Although the original Care Centre shop was opened in 1996, the family business goes back to 1988 when the company started providing domiciliary care services looking after people in their own homes. The shop was a natural extension to this and has given Oakville a personal insight into their customers’ needs to live independently. With the addition of our Wells shop we can now provide our services across Mendip and beyond. “We are passionate about helping people remain as independent as they can whilst in their own home,” added Robbie”. We also provide our services within care homes, sheltered accommodation and day centres, and will provide a mini pop up shop for an afternoon or morning if requested for those less mobile. Isolation is becoming widespread and we endeavour to provide services to help reduce this!
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IT’S CHILDS PLAY IN WELLS
Wells is lucky to have two fantastic brand new, play areas for children. There is “The Dragon’s Lair”, hidden in the Arboretum of the Bishop’s Palace Gardens. It was officially opened at a special launch event attended by local school teachers, 1st Easton Brownies, Len, the Wells Town Crier and The Bishop of Bath & Wells. A natural play project, The Dragon’s Lair will introduce children to the stories of the Palace, including the legend of the Dragon and the stories of water at the Palace. The actual carved Dragon is part submerged into the ground and forms a subterranean play and imagination area, which will be perfect for storytelling! The Palace has trained some resident storytellers who will be entertaining children at busy times with tall tales from history. The Dragon’s Lair will have the same opening hours as the Palace & Gardens; 10am-6pm daily. At the time of going to print, the new play area in the Recreation Ground is due to be finished and opened for November. There have been tantalising glimpses during the construction, including a wooden ‘Bishop’s Palace’ overlooking a host of fantastic play equipment. I’m sure that it will be a wellused and loved facility for children of all ages in the city.
SURVIVING WINTER
Did you know that on average 330 people in Somerset die each winter from causes worsened by cold conditions? In fact, nearly one in eight households in the county live in fuel poverty. What’s more, about 1 in 6 older people in Somerset say they have insufficient social contact and feel socially isolated. But there is something that you can do to make a difference this winter! ‘Surviving Winter’ is an award-winning campaign that encourages people to donate some or all of their unwanted Winter Fuel Payments to other people in their communities who need it most. Take Mrs Kelly for example, who received a Surviving Winter grant last year. She had recently undergone an amputation and was left practically immobile, when a Village Agent found her trying to keep warm by heating a kettle. Mrs Kelly had run out of money to pay for heating, food or her telephone needed to summon medical assistance in an emergency. A Surviving Winter grant quickly restored the heating, and the Village Agent was able to alert other agencies that were able to put in place the care that she needed to recover fully. A Surviving Winter grant doesn’t just pay for extra heating. It’s hand delivered by one of our small number of trusted local partners, like the Community Council for Somerset’s Village Agents or Age UK Somerset. A Surviving Winter grant becomes the foundation for a new relationship that can help overcome the isolation and loneliness that many older people experience. To donate some or all of your Winter Fuel Payment, please send a cheque to Somerset Community Foundation, Yeoman House, Bath and West Showground, Shepton Mallet, BA4 6QN (reference SW) or donate online at http://www.somersetcf.org.uk/winter. Gift Aid forms are also available to download on the website. Thank you for making a difference to an elderly person in your community this winter! 16
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WELLS FOOD NETWORK
Wells Food Network launched last month at the Wells Food Festival, promoting food that is good for people and good for the environment. Our ambition is to create a vibrant food culture in and around Wells that: • Celebrates the joy of good food • Conserves the natural environment • Supports the local economy • Transforms the health and well-being of the people and our communities Food and farming have always been an important part of the life of Wells and its surrounding towns and countryside, shaping the landscape of the Somerset Levels and Mendip Hills for centuries. Today the wide range of producers, markets and businesses involved in food play an important role in the local economy. Our aim is to develop a broad cross-sector partnership – comprising community and voluntary sector organisations, local businesses and public sector bodies – working together to make Wells a successful Sustainable Food City. If you’d like to find out more visit www.wellsfoodnetwork.org or email wellsfoodnetwork@gmail.com
What’s Coming Up Early Next Month NATIVITY CRIB FESTIVAL
2-4 December By popular request the Nativity Crib Festival in St Cuthberts Church Wells is returning. Entry is free from 10am-4.30pm on Friday and Saturday, and 11.30-4.30pm on Sunday. Over 200 Nativity sets from around the world plus an 'Angelic Host' will be displayed. Children can dress up as Angels, shepherds etc for a parental photo call and a musical Christmas village will delight everyone. An added attraction this year is a display of miniatures depicting Christmas carols and songs. Seasonal refreshments are available throughout. If anyone has a Nativity set (or an Angel) that they would like to be displayed please contact Sue Harding 672653 or Jill Deane 675477. Every set has a story to tell and will be included in our catalogue.
REINDEER PARADE
Sunday 4 December It is the 10th anniversary of Reindeer Parade, organised by the Wells Rotary, with funds going to Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance.
WELLS WI CHRISTMAS MEETING
Tuesday 6 December A storyteller will be telling seasonal stories, along with a ‘bring and share supper’ and a festive visitor! The meeting will be held at Wells & Mendip Museum and visitors are always welcome, at a charge of £3. 7.15 for 7.30pm start. Please bring a plate of food to share and a small gift for the Secret Santa if you wish to participate. Please bring a mug for tea or coffee. For further information contact the secretary at wellssomersetwi@gmail.com.
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