There is a late communion service this evening, Christmas Eve, starting at 11.30pm in All Saints’ Church, Wootton Courtenay. Another opportunity to sing a few carols. All welcome. Amanda

Once again, Mark and I would like to thank everyone for your continued support of the Shop, Post Office, Coffee Shop and Bar. We would also like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and hope you enjoy the company of your family and friends. A reminder of opening hours over the Christmas period … Continue reading Shop Opening Hours Reminder

Following extensive local consultation this week, a revised approach has been agreed for the upcoming works on the A396 Cutcombe Hill. Instead of starting on 5th January 2026 as previously stated, the works will commence during the week of 9th February. In addition, to minimise disruption as far as possible - including reducing the impact … Continue reading Cutcombe Hill Works Revised Schedule

Bin collection days for Wootton Courtenay will remain the same over the festive period this year, with no alteration for the Bank Holidays. There will be no garden waste collections from Thursday 25th December to Wednesday 7th January. Garden Waste collections re-start on Thursday 8th January 2026. All Somerset Council recycling sites will be closed … Continue reading Christmas Bin Collection Days

I live in Dunster and I'm looking for mobile hairdresser to cut my hair and my husband's, every 4-5 weeks. Please email me at vivienchambers589@gmail.com if you know of anyone who can help. Many thanks, Vivien Chambers

With thanks to everyone who came to the All Saints’ Carol Service on 21st December. Due to your generosity, we raised £474 to share between the three charities we were supporting: Exmoor Youth Project; Children’s Hospice (SW) and The Children’s Foundation. Many thanks, Amanda

Please see above photos of a pair of specs and an umbrella which were left in the church after the Carol Service. I’ll leave them in the church for collection. Amanda

I would like to thank all of you who sent so many kind messages and cards while I was unwell. Thank you also to those of you who made sure Chris did not starve while I was in hospital, either by feeding him or instructing him in how to turn on the microwave and oven! … Continue reading Thank You to Well-Wishers

The service at All Saints’ Church, Wootton Courtenay, today, Sunday 21st December at 6pm, is the annual Carol Service. Everyone is invited. Retiring collection for Exmoor Youth Project, Children’s Hospice (SW) and the Children’s Society. See you there. Amanda

The annual Christmas Day football match (the 17th!) will take place, as usual, on Wootton Courtenay playing field. 10.30am warm up kick-about for 11am start. All or no abilities welcome! 8 - 80 is the normal age category. Crowd support while drinking obligatory champagne (not provided!), both welcome and normal. Bella Capel