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t’s been a great month for sport, and Great Britain has performed amazingly in the Rio Olympics. A significant factor in our success has been an increase in funding over the past decade or so through organisations such as the Lottery. While that’s encouraging to hear, it’s clear that at the grass roots level there’s still quite a lot that needs to be done. Thankfully there are people like Alan Gloak and the TS5C charity, that do so much to help young people in Somerset to fund their sport and, in some cases, represent their country in the Olympics. You can find out more about Alan and the brilliant work he does on page 24, as he’s this month’s Local Hero. Enjoy the mag and see you again next month. Dean Mortlock, Editor
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The Basis is a free magazine distributed to homes and businesses in Street, Glastonbury and the surrounding villages. Each issue is packed with local information guaranteed to give you plenty to do with your free time. The Basis is very much a community magazine, which means that if you have a story you’d like included in a future issue or would like to write a piece for the magazine, then we’d love to hear from you. Drop the IN THIS ISSUE editor a line on dean@ super8media.co.uk and we’ll be in touch.
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Annual Somerset Open Studios event begins on 17 September
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he Street Chrysanthemum, Dahlia and Vegetable Society are holding their 68th Annual Show on September 10 at the Crispin Hall, Street from 12-5.30pm. The Show is a wonderful display of flowers and vegetables from exhibitors who are both beginners to those who compete at National level. For more info, head to www.facebook.com/streetcdvs.
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howcasing some of the finest local talent, the Red Brick Building will be showcasing three unique artists during Somerset Open Studios 2016, which runs from 17 September to 2 October. The works of painter Paul Branson and stitchmaker Pam Martin will be on display for the whole period, and photographer John Fleming will be setting up a traditional wet darkroom for you to witness fine black and white prints being made. Somerset Open Studios has 208 venues featuring nearly 300 artists. For more information, head online to somersetartworks.org.uk. You can also find out more about some of the brilliant local artists and studios covered in the event by heading to pages 20 and 21, and don’t miss our feature on page 24 that features three local artists that recently held an exhibition at Glastonbury Galleries.
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he Salvation Army are holding a fundraising concert featuring the Wells City Band on Saturday 10 September at their hall in Street. The concert starts at 5pm and tickets cost just £5.
No one heard Alan Philpott’s first radio shows, but he was only 10 years old and broadcasting a breakfast show from his bedroom with no radio equipment before going to school. However, by 16 he was building an audience with Bristol hospital radio, then presenting a soul and Motown music show for University Radio Hull. “Careers followed in teaching and accountancy,” said Alan, “until I noticed the GFM banner on the Red Brick Building in Glastonbury. I had a chat with the studio manager and now have been presenting my classical music show on GFM for almost three years. “I like to play old favourites and less obvious music which listeners may not have heard.” With his experience at GFM, Alan was able to create a demo programme which he sent to Radio Bristol. This led to paid work for Inrix, which provides travel reports for the local BBC and commercial radio stations. He has also covered shifts for Wessex FM, Smooth Radio and Radio Solent. “GFM has proved a valuable next step on the broadcasting ladder,” said Alan, “and I have been able to network with many broadcast journalists at BBC Bristol, including household names from Points West. His GFM Classics show broadcasts on Mondays 9-10pm and is repeated on Wednesdays 3-4pm.
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here’s plenty going on at Wells Cathedral this month – here’s a breakdown of their planned events. For more information, contact the Box Office on 01749 672773 or head to their website at www.wellscathedral.org.uk.
Wells Cathedral FREE Mini Chained Library Tours Friday 9 and Saturday 10 September Come and see chained books and hear the history of our unique library, which dates from 1450. Places are limited and must be booked. No under 10s. Online booking is available via the Cathedral’s website at www.wellscathedral.org.uk/hod.
Bach Cello Suites by Candlelight Saturday, 17 September, 7pm Some of the most beautiful music ever written for the cello, in the candlelit surroundings of Wells Cathedral, with one of Europe’s leading baroque cellists, Luise Buchberger. Tickets: £12.00, available from the Box Office and on the door.
Wells Cathedral Choir in Concert: Fauré Requiem Saturday 24 September, 7pm In a fundraising concert for Wells Cathedral, the worldfamous choir sings one of the greatest choral works ever written, alongside other choral favourites. Tickets: £10-£25, available from the Box Office and on the door.
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fter a successful summer entertaining the punters with his music, Nick Parker is now back and steaming ahead with his Travestees comedy nights at the Tor Leisure Centre in Glastonbury. The first event will be on Wednesday, 28 September, and although the line up isn’t finalised at the time of writing this, it’s sure to be a cracker. For more information, head to www.facebook.com/travesteescomedyclub.
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Who can believe the summer is over already? Although, did it really start? Well, the festival season may be coming to a close but that doesn’t mean the fun ends there! Coming up this Autumn you can catch Beans On Toast at The Bocabar on 21 October. For those who were hoping to watch him at The Godney Gathering, this is your chance to check out what you missed. You are guaranteed the comedy, as well as a bit of folk musings here and there. There is excitement in the air over at camp Chloë Warren. She has been teasing studio time recently, which is great news from one of Somerset’s rising stars. Many will recognise Chloe from various events across the South West, including Rock Against Cancer at the Victoria Field Social Club and Livestock Fest. She is a girl on the move, so keep your eyes peeled for this one. She is definitely a talent worth listening to. Also do me a favour and download any of Bob Gallie’s songs. He is an absolute delight for the ears and an all-round awesome guy, too. Head over to his Facebook page at www. facebook.com/bobgalliemusic for more info and to hear some of his music. Georgie Robbins
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oin the Alfred Gillett Trust, a charity based in the Grange in Street, this September as they host a special free open weekend of exhibitions, talks, tours and musical performances to mark Heritage Open Days on the 8 -11 September. Events include illustrated talks, a book signing by Steph Gillett, a performance by the Quangle Wangle Weymouth Choir and, on Sunday, refreshments provided by the Street Society. The Grange will also be opening its doors on Sunday 11 September from 10am – 4.30pm, offering pre-bookable tours of the historic Grade II listed former manor house. Further information on the events is available on the Trust website, which can be found at https://alfredgilletttrust. wordpress.com/events/marvels.
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Sunday 18 September. The session runs from 2pm-5pm, and everyone is welcome – all you need to bring is any instrument that doesn’t need to be plugged in!
hose of an acoustic persuasion will be delighted to hear that there’s now a regular acoustic session on the penultimate Sunday of each month – the next one is on
OTHER EVENTS Monthly Coffee Morning and Stalls Saturday, September 17, 10am-12 The Methodist Church, Leigh Road, Street Merriman Park Fun Day September 3, 1pm-5pm Merriman Park, Street
Every Wednesday Market Place, Wells Knit and Knatter Every Thursday, 2-4pm The Methodist Church, Leigh Road, Street For more information contact Sally on 01458 441870.
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Somerset Farmers’ Market Knitwits Knitting Group Saturday, September 24 Glastonbury Thursday, September 8/Thursday September 22 Market Cross We now have a fresh and varied carvery available 7 days a week! URC Glastonbury Every Thursday Crispin Street Available from Centre, 12-7.30 every day in 3 different sizes, and with 3 meats and a vegetarian option.
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he Three Wells pub in Polsham has a reputation as a great place to eat, with a varied menu and a daily carvery, too. This voucher gives you a whopping £10 of a meal for two, so if you haven’t been before then now you’ve got the ideal opportunity! Head to www.threewellspubwells. co.uk and check out their menu for yourself.
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et your forks at the ready: Wells Food Festival is returning for the fourth year running! This free, foodie fun day out for all the family, is in Wells on Sunday 9 October, from 10.30am to 4.30pm.
WHAT’S ON THE MENU? The Artisan Market stretches from the Market Square, along the picturesque Bishop’s Moat and into the Recreation Ground. There will be over 150 stallholders and street food sellers with locally produced tasty treats. The popular Family Marquee in the Bishop’s Barn has lots of fun activities to keep the youngest visitors entertained, from the longest apple peel competition to vegetable face making. A Food for Thought area will focus on food sustainability and waste. There’s a Taste Challenge, a Human Fruit Machine and loads more besides.
Join in the Food and Drink Tastings in the Town Hall, including cider tasting with local expert, Bob Chaplin, wine tasting with Wraxall Vineyard and a home curing demonstration from the Somerset Charcuterie. Tickets for these sessions are £5.50. Check the website for details on booking in advance. For budding photographers, an exhibition entitled Eat the Landscape is also in the Town Hall. To be included, bring along your photograph that fits the title, before 10am on the day. New stall holders and activities are being confirmed all the time, so check out the website at www.wellsfoodfestival.co.uk to keep updated.
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Tickets £19.50 from Box Office: (01458) 442846 7.30pm start Over 2 hours of LIVE music!
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There will be a wide range of live music too, with wellknown acts such as RaZaR, Craig and Alex Priddice, The Disciples and Cherry Trees. And, like any festival, there will be plenty of stalls to browse, food stalls to grab something to eat, and a beer/cider tent on the site, too. The festival is open to everyone and also completely free! The club is asking for donations though, as there are two very worthy charities that will benefit from the day – Children’s World and the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance.
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COCKTAIL LOUNGE AND CHILL OUT
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JULIE LOVELOCK AND FAY VALE
The Riflemans Arms
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The Red Brick Building (September 1-16)
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MERRIMAN PARK FUN DAY
Bocabar
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The King Arthur
SOUL SHACK
The Sheppey Inn
TONY CHIPPERFIELD
Hundred Monkeys
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WILL CARTWRIGHT
The King Arthur THURSDAY 8
DOCTOR DASH AND THE PEBBLES MARVELS OF VICTORIAN SOMERSET
POWER CUT
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PILTON SHOW
Pilton Playing Field
CHRIS WOODCHUCK
Hawthorns
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Merriman Park, Street
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The Railway Inn, Ashcott
WEDDING DAZE WEDDING EXHIBITION
Bath & West Showground
The Grange, Street (September 8-11)
MICHAEL SCOREY
Hawthorns
WELLS HERITAGE OPEN DAYS
Various locations (September 8-11) FRIDAY 9
BOCA LOCA WITH DJ FELIX EL GATO
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CAMPEREX SOUTH WEST
Bath & West Showground (September 9-11)
The Riflemans Arms
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HERITAGE OPEN DAY
Wells Cathedral (September 9-10)
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HOUSE OF COMMONERS
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Salvation Army Hall, Street
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Pilton Working Men’s Club
Wells Town Hall
JUKEBOX DISCO
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NIGHT AT THE ABBEY
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TWISTED VINYL
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Bocabar
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ANDREW WRIGHT: A DANCER’S JOURNEY TO THE WEST END
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FIONA MCINTYRE ‘THE TREE WITHIN’ The Bishop’s Palace (September 14-31)
OPEN MIC
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THE BEATLES: EIGHT DAYS A WEEK
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CHARTERHOUSE CLASSIC CAR AUCTION
Bath & West Showground
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SPECIAL COLLECTORS’ SALE ANTIQUES & COLLECTORS FAIR McCubbing & Redfern, Wells Bath & West Showground WELLS CATHEDRAL EARLY (September 16-18) MUSIC WELLS CONCERT Wells Cathedral DJ CREED The King Arthur WELLS INDOOR MARKET Wells Town Hall INVISIBLE JEM
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LILA MAI
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LUNCHTIME ACOUSTIC SESSION
The Sheppey Inn
Bocabar
SIMON GEE
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The Unity Club
TIM HAWTHORN
SATURDAY 17
The King Arthur
DR AMAQUEEN
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MATT BLACK – PIANO MAN
FINE ART, ANTIQUE AND COLLECTABLES AUCTION
The King Arthur
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McCubbing & Redfern, Wells
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BODEN CLOTHING SALE
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Various locations (September 17-October 2)
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RODNEY BRANNIGAN
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THE THREEPENNY OPERA
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DAI – NICHI AND THE LEVELS
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Bath & West Showground
Tor Leisure Centre
WELLS CATHEDRAL CHOIR IN CONCERT
THURSDAY 29
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GIANT FLEA MARKET
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JON MAYBEY TRIO 10 The King Arthur KARAOKE
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WILDLIFE ROAD TRIP: MARTIN HUGHES-GAMES AND IOLO WILLIAMS
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TEA DANCE Wessex Hotel (2pm-4.15pm)
Tuesdays
OPEN MIC NIGHT Hawthorns (8.30pm) POKER NIGHT The Street Inn (8.30pm)
Wednesdays
THE CAMELOT CLUB WITH CHARLIE MILLER The King Arthur (8.30pm)
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Strode Theatre
CARY GRACE
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THE BACKDOOR MAN BLUES JAM Hawthorns (5pm-7pm)
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OPEN MIC NIGHT The Market House (8pm)
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All the top films coming to the area this month
SAUSAGE PARTY
Released: 2 Sept Certificate: 15 A sausage strives to discover the truth about his existence.
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IN 3D Released: 7 Sept Certificate: 12A An action-packed remake of the 1959 classic starring Charlton Heston.
BAD MOMS
Released: 9 Sept Certificate: 15 Three overworked and underappreciated moms finally decide to rebel – with hilarious consequences!
CAFÉ SOCIETY
Released: 16 Sept Certificate: 12A Woody Allen’s latest is another gem.
BRIDGET JONES’S BABY
Released: 16 Sept Certificate: TBA Bridget’s back and expecting a baby! But who is the father?
CAPTAIN FANTASTIC
Released: 23 Sept Certificate: 15 A father raising his children in the wild is forced to leave his paradise and bring them into the world.
THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN
Released: 23 Sept Certificate: 12A Another remake, the one centring on a gang of gunslingers hired to protect a village from thieves.
MISS PEREGRINE’S HOME FOR PECULIAR CHILDREN
Released: 29 Sept Certificate: TBA Miss Peregrine (Eva Green) runs a house filled with children with special powers.
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DEEPWATER HORIZON
Released: 30 Sept Certificate: TBA A story set on an offshore rig, which exploded in April 2010, creating the worst oil spill in US history.
MOVIES AT THE STRODE THEATRE 2 September
THE MEDDLER 12A
2 September/5-6 September
13-14 September THE BFG PG 16 September
21 September
MAGGIE’S PLAN 15
23 September ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS: GHOSTBUSTERS 12A FINDING DORY U 16 September THE MOVIE 15 LOVE AND FRIENDSHIP U 23 September 6 September/8 September SWEET BEAN PG 20 September TALE OF TALES 15 ELVIS AND NIXON 15 27 September THE HATCHING 15 9 September 20 September ME BEFORE YOU 12A THE WAIT 12A
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BEN-HUR SEPTEMBER 9
BAD MOMS SEPTEMBER 16
CAFÉ SOCIETY BRIDGET JONES’S BABY SEPTEMBER 23 CAPTAIN FANTASTIC THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN SEPTEMBER 29
MISS PEREGRINE’S HOME FOR PECULIAR CHILDREN SEPTEMBER 30
DEEPWATER HORIZON
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t’s not often that you get to meet someone who’s really ‘made it’ – someone who has succeeded, by their own efforts and talent, to fulfil their dreams and ambitions and become one of the most highly regarded and influential people in their field. Growing up in Street in the 1970s and 80s in a family of theatre fans, Andrew Wright dreamt of nothing but the West End stage. Amateur shows were followed by professional training in London and a career as a dancer, and now as one of the UK’s leading choreographers. His success story is fantastic – West End shows including Guys and Dolls, Half a Sixpence and Mrs Henderson Presents showcase his original, witty and hugely energetic style that has earned him critical and popular acclaim, and Olivier Award nominations. On Saturday 10 September you can meet this extraordinary ‘local boy made good’ when Andrew
Wright returns to his home stage, Strode Theatre in Street, with his illustrated talk A Dancer’s Journey to the West End, supported by a young cast from the South West School of Dance. Tickets for this fascinating and entertaining evening are just £10, and available from the Strode Theatre Box Office on 01458 442846 or at www.strodetheatre.org.uk.
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trode Theatre has a new brochure out for September to December, and it’s a bumper one! With a new, bigger format, the new season features big-name personalities like radio DJ Johnnie Walker, West End choreographer Andrew Wright, Mary Berry and Michael Portillo; hugely talented local performers like Street Theatre Company, the Mid-Somerset Orchestra and Glastonbury & Street Musical Comedy Society. There’s also a full cinema programme with movies like Absolutely Fabulous, The BFG, Ghostbusters, Elvis & Nixon and Finding Dory, as well as stunning live broadcasts from the Royal Opera House, the National Theatre, the Royal Shakespeare Company and many others. If you’ve never visited your local theatre, now’s the time to take a look at their brochure, or the website, and enjoy this lovely facility!
Glastonbury Galleries 10A High Street BA6 9DU Tel; 01458 837888
ANONYMOUS ART SHOW Sat 10th September to Sat 1st October Tuesdays to Saturdays 9am to 5pm Sundays 11am to 4pm
? 98 artists, over 200 pictures, all media, all subjects, all mounted, glazed and framed and all priced at £40 each - BUT the artists remain a mystery until the artwork is purchased! www.glastonburygalleries.com
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lastonbury Galleries are hosting an ingenious new show, which starts this month and runs until 1 October. The Anonymous Art Show features a range of work on paper or textile that are just 10cm square, and from around 100 varied artists. Each canvas will cost just £40. In total there will be over 200 pictures, which include original works, prints, photographs, etchings and textiles by artists such as Anne and Nancy Farmer, Chris Fry, Norman Parker, Faye Hutchcroft, Jennie Thomas and Kev Pearson. The identity of the artist will then be revealed to the buyer after its been purchased. Ruth Morland from Glastonbury Galleries said: “I hope the public will enjoy the thrill of finding themselves a piece of artwork from a known artist, or perhaps discover a new favourite.”
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LOCAL ARTIST JOINS OPEN STUDIOS
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aving enjoyed participating in Somerset Open Studios two years ago, Jackie Henderson is again ready to open her studio and welcome the general public to view her latest exhibition. “It’s wonderful to be part of this event that traverses Somerset and allows artists to showcase their work and share their working methods,” says Jackie. “My paintings portray the Somerset countryside that is so much a part of who I am. I’m of the generation that, as a child, was allowed to wander free to play in woods and fields. This connection to nature never leaves you and also never fails to inspire me to paint. “My exhibition will include paintings of the atmospheric levels and moors, country lanes throughout the changing seasons and the majestic Glastonbury Tor. There will also be more intricate studies of our native flora, and British birds’ eggs. Prints and greeting cards will also be available.
“For anyone that’s interested in watercolour painting, I will be running a series of workshops in 2017 that are aimed at the complete beginner or those wishing to progress a little further with their painting. The emphasis will be to learn in a relaxed environment and to have fun, too. There will be a leaflet available at my venue during the course of Somerset Open Studios, with dates and times of the individual workshops. On request it will be possible to send the workshop details by email or by post. Please ring 07896 104405 if you have any queries.”
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his October, Runway are celebrating 10 years of trading in Street. The shop, which can be found on the corner of High Street and Farm Road, was set up by the mother/daughter team of Marion and Natalie – who have over 30 years of fashion retail experience between them – and stocks a fantastic range of clothing that’s stylish, affordable and fun. Anyone who’s yet to step through their door is in for a treat, and they’re guaranteed a friendly welcome and a limitless supply of top shopping advice! To celebrate their anniversary, Runway are holding one of their hugely popular charity fashion shows at the Bocabar on the 15th of October. Runway host two of these charity events every year, and the models are all customers of the shop and range from 14-70! It’s a great night out, with plenty of stunning outfits to buy and some excellent live music, too. Tickets are
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We talk to Glastonbury resident, Alan Gloak, founder and chairman of Somerset sports charity TS5C – and much more besides
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t the age of 74, Alan could run circles around people half his age, and his favourite saying – “pas de problem” – aptly describes his positive outlook on life. Arriving in Glastonbury in 1992, he threw himself into local politics. He was Mayor of Glastonbury from 2002-2003, Chairman of Somerset County Council from 2005-2009 and is still a Glastonbury County Councillor. In 2010 he received an MBE for services to the County Council. His desire to make things happen extends way beyond politics, though. He was instrumental in bringing the first farmers market in Somerset to Glastonbury; he was chairman of Mendip Community Transport, overseeing growth from two to 22 buses over the last 12 years, and is a director of the Red Brick Building, among others. But it is his sports charity, TS5C, which takes up most of his time now. It provides grants for young able and disabled Somerset-based athletes wishing to compete at the top levels. “There are so many costs involved,” says Alan. “Travel expenditure, equipment, competition entrance fees – the list goes on. TS5C helps these young athletes reach their potential.” Since 2007, the charity has supported over 120 athletes, providing funds in excess of £165,000. And it has paid off, with TS5C swimmer Cameron Kurle representing Team GB at this year’s Olympics, and others with Tokyo 2020 in their sights! TS5C also set up and funds Wheelchair Basketball Clubs around the county, including one at Strode College. “The clubs have both able and disabled
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Alan with Jamie Edwards, one of the winners of the TS5C Young Sports Person of the Year award. members, but allow everyone to compete on a level playing field.” It is also a main sponsor for the Apache Stealers, Somerset’s special Olympics team. As if that wasn’t enough, the charity is involved with supporting local healthy living projects such as the community trim trail recently opened at Strode College. And all this is done with no government assistance – relying solely on fundraising and the generosity of individuals and local businesses. Alan doesn’t have time to slow down. “There’s too much to do. It’s the charity’s 10th anniversary next year and we are planning lots of great events to celebrate. Watch this space.” Visit www.ts5c.org or email info@ts5c.org for more information on this great charity and the amazing work they do.
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AN ARTISTIC TRIO Three local artists recently hosted a show at Glastonbury Galleries. Here’s a recap of their work if you were unfortunate enough to miss it
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he Arts of Avalon show at Glastonbury Galleries was held between July 29 and August 8, and sadly we didn’t get to hear about it until after the deadline for the last issue. We were determined to pop along though, and we were fortunate enough to meet all the artists and check out their stunning work when we did. What stuck us most was the originality and diversity on show. Each artist was doing original and interesting work in their own field and, despite the hugely varied range of styles, they all somehow managed to compliment each other perfectly. Check out the links here, or the Gallery itself if you want to find out more about the individual artists.
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his is something a bit out of the ordinary this month, but I thought I would introduce you to the man behind the drum kit, the guy who keeps everyone else in time and all with a cheeky sense of humour. He is Sam Boughen. Sam has spent many years beating those sticks in various bands, including the incredibly catchy punk band Don’t Do Tuesdays. These days you can catch him in up-and-coming country/rock band Square One, who recently played at the Godney Gathering and Rock Against Cancer. They are rapidly building a solid
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reputation for themselves with a wealth of musical experience behind them. With a diverse playing style, a solid rhythm and a whole lot of charm, Sam is part of an elite group of musicians I admire the most. “Being in a band isn’t always the easiest thing to do. You have to compete with egos, faltering attitudes and finding time around everyone’s busy schedules, but when you get to that finish line, whether it’s a show, completed recording or even writing a song, that relief, elation and excitement is like nothing else.” Georgie Robbins
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