Exmoor National Park Authority (ENPA) is inviting young people aged 18–26 to join its new Youth Board, offering a unique opportunity to help shape the future of one of the UK’s most treasured landscapes. The organisation is seeking applicants from a wide range of backgrounds and a strong connection to Exmoor. Those with interests in … Continue reading ENP Youth Board Applications

Somerset Council has launched a fully funded business support programme which is now available across Somerset. Funded through the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund, the programme offers up to six hours of free one-to-one support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Somerset. Whether someone is just starting out or looking to grow an existing … Continue reading Somerset Start Up & Grow

Timberscombe First School are hosting their Christmas Fayre again this year (see poster below). The money raised will go to Friends of Timberscombe First School, who support the school with funds towards activities, equipment and resources. This year we are hoping to purcahse new PE equipment and musical instruments for the children. There will be … Continue reading Timberscombe School Christmas Fayre

Advent and Christmas at All Saints’ Church, Wootton Courtenay I suppose it would be a bit odd if it wasn’t busy at the church at this time of year? The first Sunday of Advent was 30th November, and now it’s busy all the way to the late evening service at 11.30pm on Christmas Eve. Thursday, … Continue reading Advent and Christmas at All Saints’

Ceramicist extraordinaire Helen Jones has decided to host a last-minute Open Day at her studio in Brockwell Lane this coming Saturday. It's the ideal opportunity to pick up some unique Christmas gifts...and maybe treat yourself as well!

The Playing Field AGM will be held in the Village Hall at 7.00 pm on Monday 8th December. Representatives from Village Groups and all villagers are welcome to attend. If you are unable to attend but wish to raise any matters please email me: mikeokeefe1951@gmail.com Mike O’Keefe

Monday 8th December 'What we have to celebrate' is the topic of our next Thinking Allowed, which will be next Monday. There is so much negativity, fear and gloom around in our world at present and our topic, decided at the last meeting, will be a reminder that celebration is an important part of life. … Continue reading Thinking Allowed

Porlock Vale residents and friends are warmly invited to Porlock Village Hall on Tuesday 9th December at 2.30pm for a mince pie and a cup of tea. A opportunity to meet up with friends, take part in a light hearted Christmas quiz, listen to music by the talented Boars Head, and enter our raffle. There … Continue reading Porlock Community Christmas Party

We’ve chosen this one and we don’t think it will disappoint! Released in 1995, this charming comedy remains a beloved classic. It’s a truly feel good film, warm and good hearted. It captures the Christmas spirit and it shows us houses full of lovely Christmas decorations and lights. It’s just what you need on a … Continue reading Christmas Film Club

We welcome the start of Advent in Timberscombe at St Petrock’s Church with mulled wine and festive nibbles on Monday 1st December at 4.30pm. This will be followed by a programme of music, humour and reflection starting at 5.00pm (including singers from Wootton Courtenay). You are very welcome to come and join what is a … Continue reading St Petrock’s Advent Event