Congratulations to our October winners: 1st prize of £30 to Lee Hanks 2nd prize of £20 to Margaret and Mike Izaby-White 3rd prize of £12.50 to Anna and David Preston. Cash winnings have been delivered to the lucky villagers. Nicky and Daphne - joint promoters

We have a number of spare electrical extension leads, free to anyone who could make use of them. Some have surge protector incorporated. Please contact me on 07545 969698 if you would like one, or more. Ingrid Popplewell

In his View From Grabbist this month, the Revd Kenneth Cross reflects on October as a metaphor for those of us moving through the autumn of our lives; should we dwell in the past, remembering the 'good old days', or embrace the unpredictability of the present and the future? Read it in full here.

Thank you to all you lovely people who supported the Harvest Festival and Supper on Sunday. From church flower ladies, through soup and pudding ladies to washing up and tidying up people - and all those who came and enjoyed and made the evening special - a massive thanks for all your support. And a … Continue reading Harvest Thanks

Sustainable Wootton CourtenayEnergy Efficiency GroupHOME VISITS FOR FURTHER INFORMATION If you are thinking about making your home more energy efficient, the following new village scheme may be of help to you. A number of villagers, who have recently added energy efficient improvements to their homes, are willing to show other villagers what they have done … Continue reading SWT Energy Efficiency Group Home Visits

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The NHS Somerset Engagement Team are proud to share NHS Somerset’s Shaping Somerset - Engagement Annual Report 2023-24, highlighting the wide range of engagement that has taken place over the last year. Engagement ensures that the voices of diverse people and communities from across the whole county are always at the heart of what we … Continue reading NHS Engagement Annual Report

This week's newsletter from the Grabbist Hill Benefice features 'Chance Encounters', a monthly group which meets at St Michael the Archangel in Alcombe for table tennis, board games and tea. Find out more here.

Monday 7th October at 7pm This is a reminder that the next Thinking Allowed will be next Monday (7th October) at 7pm in the Villagers' Stores. The bar will be open from 6.30pm. 'Freedom of Speech' is the topic we shall be exploring. There are some reflections for our conversation here. All are welcome - … Continue reading Thinking Allowed