The West Somerset Opportunity Area was launched by the government to raise education standards locally, providing every child and young person with the chance to reach their full potential. The programme is focused on improving early years education, improving outcomes at primary and secondary school, and helping young people find a good job. To read the … Continue reading West Somerset Opportunity Area Update
Month: October 2019
Somerset Waste Partnership Update
The latest Somerset Waste Partnership Briefing includes news about: When Recycle More starts rolling out Recycling site winter hours and unchanged permit scheme Plans to cut the cost of garden waste collections Site entry fees end and changes to other charges Tackling delayed collections The move away from landfill Please click here to read the … Continue reading Somerset Waste Partnership Update
Monday 14th October – Lady Windermere’s Fan
Kathy Burke's critically acclaimed Lady Windermere's Fan, starring Samantha Spiro, Kevin Bishop and Jennifer Saunders comes to Wootton Courtenay on Monday 14th of October. “Fans of Jennifer Saunders would be mad to miss it” - The Telegraph ★★★★ The Independent ★★★★ The Times ★★★★ Metro ★★★★ The Stage ★★★★ Daily Express ★★★★ Broadway World ★★★★ London Theatre … Continue reading Monday 14th October – Lady Windermere’s Fan
Would Anyone Like a Free Piano?
I have an upright, iron framed, overstrung piano by Duck, Son & Pinker of Bath which I purchased in 1990 for my sons, who were then learning to play. Thirty years on sadly the piano is now no longer used and neither son has space for it. The piano has been well cared for and … Continue reading Would Anyone Like a Free Piano?
Yoga and Lunch in Porlock
Thursday 24th October 10am - 1pm Cost £30 per person Pause a while to breathe, stretch, move and relax. A luxurious yoga session will be followed with a delicious, warming lunch. I’m also really excited to be offering shiatsu treatments at New Place in Porlock, so everybody who comes to the yoga morning will be … Continue reading Yoga and Lunch in Porlock
‘Songs of Praise’ Service
The All Saints’ songs of praise service will be on Sunday, October 13th at 11am. Why not join your friends and neighbours in singing a rousing hymn or two? A popular community service, led by the congregation. Everyone warmly welcome - give it a try this Sunday. Coffee and biscuits after the service.
Village Shop Prize Draw
The winning numbers for September are as follows: £25 004499 £15 004429 £10 004465 Prizes to be redeemed against goods from the shop. Thankyou, Andy
Help Needed
We are looking for the help of two kind and strong people to move three large pieces of ash tree trunk down our steep garden and into the garage. The largest piece is just over 15 inches in diameter and 3 feet long. We estimate that they weigh between 40-60 kg each. The journey down … Continue reading Help Needed
Monday Night is Film Night (7th)
Come along on Monday night at 7pm to see Fisherman's Friends - a heartwarming story with a local connection to our own singers. Beer, Wine, Cider, Fizzy Pop, Chat, Ice Cream and Surround Sound - now with added Woofer. See you tomorrow night. (Or tonight if today is Monday). Anyone who can help by taking … Continue reading Monday Night is Film Night (7th)
Items for Sale
ALL PROCEEDS GO TO RED CROSS BAHAMAS DISASTER APPEAL 1) Beautiful bronzed metal rearing horses bookends - try an offer over £20.00. 2) Gorgeous Crown Devon large, footed bowl in typical yellow colour, with moulded flowers round the rim and on the feet. This bowl is believed to be very rare. Offers over £35.00. 3) … Continue reading Items for Sale