Colin is a three-year-old, neutered, microchipped, fully vaccinated and healthy cat. He's house-trained, loves spending most of his time outdoors (so he'd need a garden), doesn't wander far, and he's always happy to accept cuddles whenever they're on offer! He currently lives in Minehead, but he'd love a quieter village home in Timberscombe, Wootton Courtenay … Continue reading Affectionate Cat Looking for New Home

I've made a boo-boo - having not been able to get paté from Hawkridge’s for weeks on end, I preordered two of each variety for when they did come in. I then forgot I'd done that, and ordered another two of each when they were finally back in stock. Oops! Consequently, I have a shelf … Continue reading Ahoy, Paté Lovers!

The service this Sunday, 19th July at 6pm, in All Saints’ Church, Wootton Courtenay, is one of Sung Evensong. We will be joined by ‘Friends in Harmony’ from Porlock to lead the singing. Drinks and nibbles follow the service. Amanda

The Minehead Repair Café is on this Saturday, 18th July 2026, at The Sacred Heart Church Hall, Townsend Road, Minehead TA24 5RG. We’ll be open from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. If you have an electric or battery-operated fan that is no longer working, bring it along for repair. We’re also happy to help with … Continue reading Minehead Repair Cafe this Saturday

Tuesday 4th August 20262.00 – 5.00pm in Wootton Courtenay Village Hall We are only three weeks away from the Flower & Produce Show now and let's face it, we're hardly having a lush green summer, but take heart - we're all in the same boat! So whether your tomatoes are tiny or your sweet peas … Continue reading Flower & Produce Show Reminder

Join us for an interesting walk and talk on Thursday 16th July 2026 at Porlock Weir. Ruth Hyett, from Exmoor Natural History Society, will be leading an enjoyable walk, where you will hear about the flora, fauna, history and geographical features of Porlock Bay. This is a gentle 2 hour walk. Booking is not required, … Continue reading Porlock Weir Walk

Every year, from early July to early September, libraries in the UK take part in the Summer Reading Challenge. Children from new born to school leaver can take part: read (or be read) six books over the summer holidays, receive a sticker for each book read, and if the child reads six books they get … Continue reading Summer Reading Challenge

Sunglasses found in church. Waiting for collection. Amanda