Precious habitat for wildlife in Exmoor National Park could be restored, thanks to the new ‘Wildlife-Rich Habitat Fund’ announced by government this week. The fund offers new opportunities for farmers and land managers to work with nature across one of England’s most distinctive protected landscapes. For Exmoor, this investment could help restore and connect a … Continue reading Wildlife-Rich Habitat Fund

Monday 8th June Thinking Allowed gathers next Monday in Skye’s Bar and the Villagers’ Stores, 6.30 for 7. Drinks available from 6.30. Our topic will be exploring the value of tradition. ‘When can tradition be liberating and when can it be stifling? What role does it play in the way it organises society and our … Continue reading Thinking Allowed

Having just completed a full year of uninterrupted weekly veg boxes, we are now starting a new season and have space for new members. We provide weekly delicious seasonal veg, grown on our field on Horner Farm without chemicals, to encourage biodiversity. We deliver to collection points locally, including Wootton Courtenay. All the details are … Continue reading GVV: New Season, New Website

For the past six months, my darling granddaughter has been fighting for her health and her life. She was born with two serious heart conditions and has spent much of that time in and out of Bristol Children's Hospital. It has been an incredibly stressful and emotional journey for her parents, Luke and Chelsea, and … Continue reading Fundraising Zip Wire Challenge

The weather over the coming week will bring rain, making the next fortnight an excellent time to get your summer plants into the ground. The plant tables are back up on the driveway at Crockford House for the next two weeks, to help you get inspired. Come and take your pick from geums, irises, salvias, … Continue reading Crockford Plant Tables

Tuesday 2nd June, 3pm - 5pm Just a reminder about our tea party in the garden next Tuesday - a great opportunity to catch up with friends and enjoy tea and lots of delicious cakes. There will be shelter, so please don’t be put off if rain is forecast. All refreshments are free but donations … Continue reading Manor House Tea Party

The service at All Saints' Church, Wootton Courtenay, this Sunday, 31st May at 11am, is one of Common Worship Holy Communion. Amanda

Skye's Bar will be open from 6.30pm this evening, so you can enjoy a drink whilst watching the Morris dancers, who will be dancing on the road outside the village shop at 8pm. See you later! Mark

Many thanks to everyone who came along to the Hedgehog talk on Tuesday. Jane Sharp, founder of Watchet Hedgehogs and Hoglets Rescue, provided us with practical ideas about making our gardens hedgehog friendly and highlighted the work carried out by local rescue volunteers, including our very own Heidrun and Nigel Humphries. Remember what Jane said, … Continue reading Hedgehog Talk Thanks