There will be no pilates at Timberscombe village hall on Friday 16th August, as the hall will be in use for the Timberscombe Show. Pilates with Nico resumes on Friday 23rd August at 6.55pm. First session free. Just turn up. Lesley Webb

All the latest news from the West Somerset Food Cupboard may be read in this month's newsletter here, including a list of foods needed at the moment, plus details of local activities supporting the cause. Barbara O'Keefe

This week's newsletter from the Grabbist Hill Benefice includes an appeal in aid of the Al Ahli Hospital in Northern Gaza, which is now the only functioning hospital in the area. To find out how to donate, read the newsletter in full here.

With advice on social media hacking, updates on the recent activities of our local PCSOs, and the latest crime stats, this month's newsletter from the Exmoor Division of Avon and Somerset Police may be read here.

A huge thank you to everyone who made the Flower & Produce Show such a success on Tuesday. It was a great celebration of village talent, enthusiasm and generosity. The funds raised will allow the Gardening Club to continue inviting speakers and to support local gardening causes. Don’t forget that everyone is welcome to attend … Continue reading Flower & Produce Show Thank You

There is now a chance to take a closer look at the photo entries from the village Flower and Produce Show 2024 - including Joanna Webber's 'People's Choice' winner. The photos displayed at this year's show are now on display in All Saints' Church, where they'll remain until towards the end of August. So, if … Continue reading Flower & Produce Show Photos

Our final sung Evensong service of the summer will be at All Saints' Church, Wootton Courtenay, on Sunday, 11th August at 6pm. Once again, we are lucky enough to be joined by Porlock's 'Friends in Harmony', who swell the singing with their beautiful voices. A glass of wine and some tasty nibbles always follow this … Continue reading Last Chance for Final Evensong!

The Woodland Trust are offering free packs of trees for planting in November 2024. Sustainable Wootton Courtenay have selected a pack of Wild Harvest trees, including hazel, crab apple, elder, dog rose, elder and blackthorn. According to the internet, none of these species grow taller than 15 metres. The thought is to choose some specimen … Continue reading Planting Trees & Hedges on the Playing Field

I have very sadly decided to rehome our 14 week-old puppy, Wurzel. His father is a short legged Jack Russell and mother is a Shih Tzu. I met both his parents, who have lovely characters. He's absolutely fabulous in every respect - very loving, confident, playful, intuitive and intelligent, he's also not at all yappy. … Continue reading New Home Wanted for Wurzel

A quick reminder that entries for today's Flower & Produce Show must be brought to the village hall between 8.00am and 9.45am this morning (including hanging baskets). Judging begins at 10.00am, and late entries won't count. Hope to see you at the Show tomorrow afternoon! Ingrid Popplewell