I just want to thank Amanda for organising the carol singing in the churchyard yesterday. The firepit created a very cosy atmosphere and we all enjoyed singing as we stood amongst the gravestones with the light shining through the beautiful stained glass windows of the church. Without Amanda's tireless efforts, this sort of thing just … Continue reading Thank You, Amanda

A great big thank you to everyone who came to sing carols in the churchyard yesterday afternoon. The weather was dry, the sky was clear and it was huge fun - for me, anyway. We raised £120 for Oasis of Peace UK. Thank you also to the bell ringers, who heralded the singing. A good … Continue reading Carol Singing Thanks

The lucky winners of the final 100 Club draw of the year are, in first place, winning £30, Roz and Philip Griffin - congratulations! In second place, receiving £20, Jane Cobbald - well done Jane - and in third place, Eddie Bishop and Lizzie Dunn, happily, we hope, sharing £12.50. All cash prizes have been … Continue reading Village hall 100 Club Winners

Hopefully the weather will be a bit better than last Saturday for the village clean-up this Saturday, 13th December. We will be meeting by the church steps at 10am. Please wear hi-vis clothing and bring your spades, brooms, etc, to make the village look fantastic. Mark at the shop/coffee shop has kindly offered half price … Continue reading Village Clean-Up Reminder

The church service at All Saints' Church, Wootton Courtenay, this Sunday, 14th December at 11am, is our locally-led 'Songs of Praise' informal service of poetry, reflection and lots of hymn singing. Also, we are very pleased to welcome back young violinist, Anthony Knight, who will play for us after the service. Anthony continues his 'Pilgrimage … Continue reading Church Service

Joining the National Grid's Priority Services Register means you’ll be able to get a range of extra help when you need it. This could be all the time, or for a short period due to something that’s happened in your life. Some of the help you can get includes: priority support in an emergency wherever … Continue reading National Grid Priority Services Register

A brief reminder: the first Advent talk is this evening, Thursday 11th December, in Skye’s Bar 6.30 for 7pm. Cake provided. Amanda

Two Royal Shakespeare Company DVDs, from previous screenings by the Wootton Courtenay Theatre Club, are now available to borrow from the Villagers' Stores. There is no charge to borrow them - but a small contribution to the Food Cupboard would be greatly appreciated. Amanda

The latest update from the Exmoor Division of Avon and Somerset Police includes advice on online shopping fraud, notification of the Herbert Protocol (an ID wristband for dementia patients who might wander), and details of upcoming events in the local police calendar. Click here to read the newsletter in full. There is also an advice … Continue reading Local Police Update and Scam Advice

Do you have a query about your water bill, how to save water and prevent blockages, or your water and sewerage services?   @wessexwater will be holding drop-in sessions at Minehead Town Council, 3 Summerland Road, Minehead TA24 5BP on Thursdays 22nd January and 7th May 2026 to answer all of your water related questions. These … Continue reading Wessex Water Drop-In Sessions