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Copy deadline for September - October 2019 is 1st August 2019

Contents:Useful Numbers/Regular Bookings - Page 2Happy Hackers/Ladies Chorus/Community Picnic/Film Club - Page 3Community Cafe/Singles Club/100 Club/Family Fun Day/Rhymetime - Page 4Priorswood Library - Page 5Dates for Your Diary/The Darkling Thrush - Page 6Somerset Birds - Page 7Benefice Church Services - Page 8News from the Benefice - Page 9Bathpool Chapel - Page 10News from the Parish Council - Page 11 Parish Council Cont./WM Primary School - Page 12Greening the Garden - Page 13 Tacchi-Morris/Phoenix Photographers - Page 14WI/Village Hall - Page 15 Crisis in Care - Page 16Journey to Zero Waste/Big Breakfaste - Page 17 Senior Snippets/Importance of Being Ernest - Page 18Toxicity/What is Slinky? - Page 20 Pianist Needed/For Sale/Blood/IT Tips - Page 22A 630 Mile Walk/And Finally - Page 28

Village NewsMonkton Heathfield,West Monkton and Bathpool

Issue No. 118 July - August 2019

Publication in the Village News does not imply an endorsement. The Editors cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions.The information contained within this publication is published in good faith.

Volunteers deliver this publication to homes in West Monkton, Monkton Heathfield, Bathpool, Gotton and Goosenford.

Big Breakfast on The Street


Useful Names and Telephone Numbers

Rector: Rev. Mary Styles - 01823 451189The Vicarage, Kingston St Mary, TA2 8HWAssociate Vicar half-time: Rev Jim Cox - 01823 333377Churchwarden: Hazel Adams - 01823 443027P.C.C Secretary: Samm Barge - 01823 410350P.C.C Treasurer: David Cooke -Captain of Bell ringers: Pearl Jeanes - 412804Church Flower Organiser: Angela Dill - 412395Mothers’ Union: Hazel Adams - 01823 443027Benefice Office: Michele Hardiman - 01823 451257Parish Council Clerk: Amy Shepherd - 01823 [email protected] Assistant Clerk: Tricia Cavill - 01823 [email protected] Chairman: Stuart Haskins - 07824410997West Monkton Primary School Head:James Blackmore - 01823 412582Heathfield Community School Head:Peter Hoare - 01823 412396Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre: 01823 414141Taunton Deane Community Transport:01823 331266 Mon-Fri. 9 am to 4 pm (Slinky Bus24hrs notice).Village Hall:Telephone, incoming calls only - 01823 412068Booking Officer: Mrs Lyn Batt Tel: 01823 412089Chairman: Joyce Keyte 01823 412294Vice Chairman: Colin Bentley Tel: 01823 413193.BACH (Brittons Ash Community Hall)Chairman: Barry Gage 07752723311

[email protected] Officer: Maggie Little 01823 323662Useful E-Mail addresses & websites:Community Website: www.somersetrcc.org.ukParish Council Website: www.westmonkton.netLitter Hotline: 01823 356356Village Agent: Linda BurtonMobile: 07931018019Email: [email protected] Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/South-Quantock-Benefice-West-Monkton-Cheddon-Kingston-Broomfield-churches-242102696183594/Benefice website: www.southquantockbenefice.org.ukNew Buildings and Developments enewsletter: tosign up please email:[email protected]

Regular Events at West Monkton Village HallMonkton Heathfield, TA2 8NE

Slimming World Mondays 09:00 - 11:00Small Fry (Parent and Toddler Group)Mondays 09:45 - 11:15

Phoenix Camera Club Mondays 19:00 - 22:00Pilates Tuesdays 09:30 - 10:30, Fridays 09:30 - 10:30Brownies Tuesdays (except school holidays) 18:00 - 19:30Model Boat Club Once a month on a Tuesday 19:30 - 21:30Monkton Players Tuesdays 20:00 - 22:00Badminton Tuesdays 14:00 - 15:00, Wednesdays 20:00 - 22:00National Childbirth Trust Wednesdays 10:00 - 12:00Fitness for Fun Wednesdays 18:00 - 19:00Bizzy Boots Line Dancing Wednesdays 19:00 - 21:45Writers Club Wednesdays (except first in month) 19:15 - 21:15Coffee Morning (Ladies and Gents) Thursdays 10:00 - 11:30Monkton Evening WI Fourth Thursday of the month 17:30 - 19:30Ladies Afternoon Tea Third Thursday of the month 14:30 - 16:30Trams & Light Railways Once a month on a Saturday 13:30 - 16:30Hardy Plant Society, Somerset GroupOnce every month on a Saturday 10:30 - 13:00South West Orchid Society Once a month on a Sunday 14:00 - 17:00SGI Buddhist Group Second Sunday of the month 10:00 - 12:30‘O’ Gauge Model Railways Quarterly on a Sunday 09:00 - 17:00For more information please contact Joyce Keyte onTel: 01823 412294

Village News:Please forward information for the next edition to theAssociate Editors,Lorna Walters, Tel. 01823 [email protected] Watts, Tel. 01823 412201 [email protected] News Treasurer Ken JonesDistribution of the Village News is organised by: BarryGage, Maggie & Gordon Little and David Pearson.Submissions to Village News may be made by e-mail or byhard copy. Please ask for a receipt to your e-mail to ensurethat it arrives. Items submitted will be subjected to editing ifnecessary. The deadline for submissions for the September -October 2019 Village News is 1st August 2019.

Police Contact numbers:Police Sergeant 4320– Charmain DynePolice Community Support Officer – PCSO 7256Scott Windsor: [email protected] 9255 Jake Edwards: [email protected] emergency telephone 101Emergency 999


Taunton Ladies Chorus

Taunton Ladies Chorus (TLC) was founded in the1950’s; we are a group of ladies that enjoy singing awide repertoire mostly in 2 part singing.During the year we arrange concerts going out tosing in Care Homes, providing enjoyment for all,incorporating community songs for everyone to joinin.The concerts are much in demand, finishing their tourat the end of June – ready to start again inSeptember with a new selection of songs andChristmas Carols.We meet every Monday evening 7:15pm – 9:15pm atthe BACH hall, next to West Monkton Primary SchoolTA2 8FT, from September to middle of June.We are always looking for more singers that want torelease their endorphins improving their well-being.This year we are looking for a new pianist forSeptember as well, as our lovely pianist Barbara hasdecided to retire this summer.If you would like to join this friendly group as a singer(no audition necessary) or as our pianist - please getin touch with Hilary Wickham 01984 623335 or KateBond 01823 259828 to find out more details.www.tauntonladieschorus.wordpress.com

Horse riding on the Quantocks

Are you a rider without your own horse, whowould like to ride out with others when it suitsyou in beautiful countryside on quality horses?

Join the QHH Riding Club in Broomfield and rideour lovely well mannered horses!

Contact: [email protected]

www.quantockhorseriding.co.ukfacebook.com/quantockhappyhackers

Cheddon and WestMonkton Film Club

Change of DateWould you please note that our first AutumnScreening has been moved to:Friday October 11thOur original date of October 18th is required for aSomerset Hospice charity event which we arepleased to support.

The list of our Autumn Films will be mailed out assoon as we have made the selection.

Have a good summer

- a wonderfulevent,attended by 82people of allages, from ababe in armsto

representatives of the older generation.The sun shone, eggs were fried, Bucks Fizz wasdrunk and hundreds of sausages were eaten(amongst many other things)!People from different ends of the village caught upwith the news, new friendships were formed andsomeone moving in to The Street that daywondered about whether she was going to have aparty outside the door every weekend.

WestMonkton

BigBreakfast


RHYMETIMEPriorswood Library

Every Monday 11:00am – 11:30am

Looking to keep your young ones entertained, pop into Priorswood Library and join in the free fun.

We have nursery rhymes, stories and lots of activitiesfor you and your children to join in with.

No need to book just come along on the day

Children are always welcome at the library, but pleaseremember they remain the responsibility of parents oraccompanying adult. Children under 8 should always

be accompanied

West Monkton Church100 Club Prizewinners

The May Draw was held onWednesday 1st MayFirst Prize: £91.00 won by John RoynonSecond Prize: £45.50 won by Lucy DaltonThe sum of £318.50 will go towards the church.The number of £5.00 shares entered in the drawwas 91.The June Draw was held on Sunday 2nd JuneFirst Prize: £92.00 won by Tess SpurrSecond Prize: £46.00 won by J & G TrowbridgeThe sum of £322.00 will go towards the church.The number of £5.00 shares entered in the drawwas 92.Congratulations to the winners!Your turn next month?If you would like to join or hear more about the 100Club, please contact:Kate Ayres 01823 413873

Singles Club

July 9th Lunch at The Harvester, TauntonMeet at 12:15pmPlease ring for any more information.

No meeting in August but back in September!

New friends very welcome.If you are new to the village, Singles Club is a greatway to meet new people. Any single person is mostwelcome.We meet on the second Tuesday in the month for avariety of activities.It is a very friendly group of about thirty-five people.

More information:Dianne Besley01823 412857

Free Family Fun Day

Wednesday 28th Augustat

Cheddon Memorial Hall10:30am – 12:30pm.

Free Fun Day with circus skills, play art, crafts,face painting, quiet area and other activities for

children and their families in the community.Please note:

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

For more information please contact TraceyHallett on 07854 489753.

Bring your own picnic lunchOrganised by South Quantock Benefice

churches: CheddonFitzpaine;

WestMonkton;

Kingston St.Mary

& Broomfield

Community CafeMeets from 2pm until 3:30pmTuesdays during Term Time

at the BACH(next to West Monkton Primary School)

Everyone from the local community is verywelcome.

Freshly brewed coffee, teas of various flavoursplus sweet treats (also gluten free)

FREE but donations towards costs are welcome.


Exciting Future for Priorswood Library

Celebrations took place last week (Friday 17 May)after Priorswood Library’s long-term future wasconfirmed with the signing of a Community LibraryPartnership.Library friends, partners, school and nursery childrenand staff joined together at the library to celebratethe signing of the agreement between The Friendsof Taunton Library and Somerset County Council.Last month’s signing marked the tenth long-termCommunity Library Partnership confirmed this yearbetween Somerset County Council and Friends andpartner groups across Somerset - and celebrates anew way of working closely with community partnersto help deliver library services across Somerset.Priorswood library will continue to be run and staffedby Somerset County Council with financial supportfrom the Taunton Unparished Area Fund and WestMonkton Parish Council.

Earlier this year, Somerset West and TauntonCouncil’s Taunton Unparished Area Fundannounced it was allocating £17k, and SomersetCommunity Foundation organised a grant fromClarke Willmott. Both of these grants will go towardsthe costs of the installation of Open+ Accesstechnology in the library later this year.This technology, successfully used in other countiesalready, will in time allow library customers to accessthe library outside current staffed library hours for upto 55 hours a week.Oliver Woodhams, Strategic Manager responsiblefor libraries at Somerset County Council said: “I amextremely pleased that partnership working in such apositive and proactive way has given PriorswoodLibrary a sustainable and exciting future. We arevery grateful for the support of the Friends ofTaunton Library, West Monkton Parish Council andmany other people and organisations who havehelped and supported us to reach this excitingpoint.”Sarah Gibb on behalf of the Friends of TauntonLibrary said: "All our hard work has been brought to

fruition. The library will go from strength to strength.We look forward to continuing in governance and in

any further support we can provide, makingPriorswood Library the heart of the community."£3K was also recently allocated annually by WestMonkton Parish Council towards the library. PatriciaCavill from the Parish Council said: “West MonktonParish Council is delighted to be part of this initiative.A significant number of our Parishioners usePriorswood Library. Priorswood not only providesaccess to written books, but a wide range of newtechnologies, and as such offers opportunities to allages of users.”Priorswood Library will continue to be staffed, withnew technology enabling the library to open foradditional unstaffed hours due to be installed later inthe year.Following an induction session, library customers willbe able to access the library, borrow, return andrenew their library loans, collect items that have beenreserved, use the library’s public access computers

and online resources, when staff aren’t presentsimply by scanning the barcode on their library cardand using a PIN.A video of the CLP signing taking place can beviewed at: https://youtu.be/EfP2lMXJ8YU.For more information about Somerset’s librariesService, click www.somersetlibraries.co.uk or phone03001232224.

Front from left to right: Brenda Watson, Judi Tregillis andSarah Gibb from Friends of Taunton Library signingPriorswood CLP, joined behind by children from PriorswoodSchool and Oliver Woodhams, Strategic Manager for theLibraries Service

· A West Monkton school pupil with Sarah Gibb fromFriends of Taunton Library, Oliver Woodhams from SomersetCounty Council, Patricia Cavill from West Monkton Parish

Council and Judi Tregillis, Friend of Taunton Library

Children from Priorswood school enjoying librarylearning


The Darkling ThrushBy Thomas Hardy, 1840 - 1928As mentioned in Brian Hill’s article on Page 7.

I leant upon a coppice gateWhen Frost was spectre-grey,And Winter's dregs made desolateThe weakening eye of day.The tangled bine-stems scored the skyLike strings of broken lyres,And all mankind that haunted nighHad sought their household fires.

The land's sharp features seemed to beThe Century's corpse outleant,His crypt the cloudy canopy,The wind his death-lament.The ancient pulse of germ and birthWas shrunken hard and dry,And every spirit upon earthSeemed fervourless as I.

At once a voice arose amongThe bleak twigs overheadIn a full-hearted evensongOf joy illimited;An aged thrush, frail, gaunt, and small,In blast-beruffled plume,Had chosen thus to fling his soulUpon the growing gloom.

So little cause for carolingsOf such ecstatic soundWas written on terrestrial thingsAfar or nigh around,That I could think there trembled throughHis happy good-night airSome blessed Hope, whereof he knewAnd I was unaware.

Mistle Thrush

Dates for Your Diary

Some people have suggested it would be good tohave a ‘long range event forecast’ so that you canplan ahead for things you do not want to miss.Hence a ‘Dates for Your Diary’ column.However this column is going to depend on peoplewho are arranging events of any kind letting theVillage News know as soon as a date is fixed - asfar in advance as possible!These are the dates we have so far:

Community Cafe runs every Tuesday afternoon(2-3:30) during term-time in the BACH and is a freeevent.Local Business Owners' Group Breakfast (from9am) at 16 Bishops Close

July9th Singles Club Lunch (See Page 4)13th Community Picnic (Look out for Posters)22nd West Monkton Village Hall AGM 7:00pm25th WI Summer Concert (See Page27th Fuchsia Show - Open to public 1:30pm

August28th Free Family Fun Day (See Page 4)

September20th Supper with Speaker 7:00pm for 7:30pm at West Monkton Village Hall26th WI Food for Thought (See Page 15)

October6th Harvest Party 5:30pm11th CF&WM Film Club11th Quiz 7:00pm – West Monkton Village Hall24th WI The Somerset Tommy (See Page 17)

November26th Soup and Pud Lunch – 12:30pm for 1:00pm at West Monkton Village Hall28th WI Craft Evening (See Page 15)30th Christmas Coffee Morning

December24th evening Carol Singing in WM Village

2020JanuaryDTBC Quiz – at West Monkton Village Hall

FebruaryMarchApril

MayDTBC West Monkton Street Party

There will be more information about many ofthese events in the Village News closer to thedates.


Somerset Birds

I am often asked how to tell the difference betweentwo regular West Monkton birds, the Mistle Thrushand the Song Thrush. Both are members of a largefamily. There are around 160 species of thrush inthe world and, setting aside the rare ones, we havethe familiar Blackbird, the Ring Ouzel, a bird thatreplaces it in the uplands and mountains, and twowinter visitors the Fieldfare and the Redwing.Size is a good clue. The Mistle Thrush is large, aboutthe size of a small dove, and although wary has a

bold demeanour. It is sandy brown above, usuallynoticeably paler than a Song Thrush, with a hint ofgreyness in the head. The breast and belly are offwhite, again paler than a Song Thrush and the darkspots underneath are more regularly spaced andsmaller and rounder. The legs tend to be stockierand, like the Song Thrush, are pale flesh incolouration. A useful difference is that the corners ofthe tail are white, and this is a conspicuous featurewhen the bird flies away, again looking ratherpigeon-like as it does so.Habitat and behaviour are also good pointers. TheMistle Thrush is aptly named, for it likes tall trees andparticularly those with this white-berried plant.Although ominivorous, mistletoe berries are afavourite food in autumn, and this bird is one of thefew that can digest them. Mistletoe is a parasiticplant and relies to a great extent on the Mistle Thrushto spread its seeds. These are sticky and adhere tobranches as the bird wipes its bill to clean it,germinating where they are left. The abundance ofmistletoe in West Monkton is testament to theactivities of the Mistle Thrush.It is not fond of small gardens but, when not foragingon open ground, prefers to use the topmost branchesof tall trees, which it uses in spring as song-posts.The song is not unmusical with a wildness about itand is far-carrying. Unlike the Song Thrush, it isrambling, and the notes are not repeated. MistleThrushes will sing from the treetops during thewildest and coldest weather, earning them the oldcountry name of Stormcock. It must surely be thisbird that Thomas Hardy had in mind when he pennedhis poem The Darkling Thrush.

The Song Thrush is a noticeably smaller bird, aboutthe size of a Blackbird and is much less bold,preferring to stay in or close to cover. It is often thesong that betrays its presence. There are superficialdifferences to its larger cousin, but the plumage iswarmer in tone, a rich chestnut brown above andbuff-white below. The spots are larger, and moremessy in distribution. Like the Mistle Thrush, it has awide taste in food items but it does have one specialtrick. Snails form a large part of its diet, and it has aunique way of dealing with them. Using a stone asan anvil, it grasps the mollusc by the shell openingand thrashes it against the stone until it shatters,revealing the soft insides. Favourite stones are usedregularly and are soon surrounded by shellfragments.The loud musical song is easy to remember oncelearned, because it consists of a number of repeatedphrases, delivered in a series. Although it will singfrom treetops it usually prefers some cover.Common in woodlands, it is also regularly found ingardens, and in some places can become quitetame. Our Mistle Thrushes don't move far, but someof our Song Thrushes migrate to Southern Europefor the winter, and birds from as far away as CentralAsia and Siberia reach our shores. It is oftenpossible to recognise these eastern races, as theyare a colder, greyer colour above and are generallymuch more wary.

Both species have declined in recent years, and insome parts of the country Mistle Thrushes inparticular have become quite scarce. Happily thisbird, and the Song Thrush are doing well in WestMonkton, and in neighbouring parishes. Long maythis be so.Brian HillSomerset Ornithological Society welcomes peoplewhatever their level of interest in birds. Our firstautumn meeting is at Ruishton Village Hall onThursday September 26th, when Rob Grimmondwill talk on the Birds of China.All are welcome, refreshments are free, and there isno charge. Please contact me on 01823 442918 forfurther details.

Mistle Thrush hiding among the twigs

Song Thrush


Sunday Seedlings

15 mins of songs, stories & fun for 0 - 5s & theirfamilies to learn about Jesus.

Then coffee & delicious pastries.9:30am Sundays: 7th July Cheddon Church* 21st July BACH** 4th August Cheddon Church* 18th August BACH**

*Cheddon Parish Church TA2 8JU**BACH next to West Monkton primary school, TA2 8FT

South Quantock Benefice Services

July3rd Wednesday2:00pm Communion Service The Vicarage, Kingston St Mary7th Third Sunday after Trinity8:00am Holy Communion (BCP) Kingston9:30am Sunday Seedlings – see below Cheddon Church10:00am Holy Communion inc baptism West Monkton11:00am Family Service Broomfield14th Fourth Sunday after Trinity8:00am Holy Communion (BCP) West Monkton10:00am Family Service inc baptisms Cheddon10:00am Holy Communion Kingston4:30pm ‘REFRESH’ - see below West Monkton Primary School20th Saturday4:00pm Wedding Kingston21st Fifth Sunday after Trinity8:00am Holy Communion (BCP) Kingston9:30am Sunday Seedlings - see below Brittons Ash Community Hall10:00am Holy Communion West Monkton11:00am Holy Communion Broomfield28th Sixth Sunday after Trinity8:00am Holy Communion (BCP) West Monkton10:00am Holy Communion Cheddon10:00am Holy Communion Kingston12 noon Baptisms Cheddon6:00pm Evening Prayer Broomfield

August4th Seventh Sunday after Trinity8:00am Holy Communion (BCP) Kingston9:30am Sunday Seedlings – see below Cheddon Church10:00am Holy Communion West Monkton12 noon Baptisms West Monkton11:00am Family Service Broomfield11th Eighth Sunday after Trinity8:00am Holy Communion (BCP) West Monkton10:00am Family Service Cheddon10:00am Holy Communion Kingston4:30pm ‘REFRESH’ - see below West Monkton Primary School18th Ninth Sunday after Trinity8:00am Holy Communion (BCP) Kingston9:30am Sunday Seedlings - see below BACH10:00am Holy Communion West Monkton11:00am Holy Communion Broomfield25th Tenth Sunday after Trinity8:00am Holy Communion (BCP) West Monkton10:00am Holy Communion Cheddon10:00am Holy Communion Kingston12 noon Baptisms Cheddon6:00pm Evening Prayer BroomfieldSeptember1st Seventh Sunday after Trinity8:00am Holy Communion (BCP) Kingston9:30am Sunday Seedlings Cheddon Church10:00am Holy Communion West Monkton11:00am Family Service Broomfield

There is NO Wednesday afternoon communionin August

“REFRESH”South Quantock Benefice’s new contemporaryworship service at West Monkton Primary School

hall.All are welcome. Please join us!

14th July, 4:30pm and 11th August, 4:30pm

Eat Pray WorshipRefreshments at 4:30pm, Worship 5:00pm to 5:45pm


News fromWest Monkton ParishChurch in theSouth Quantock Benefice

We are at the end of anotherschool year with the hope of awonderful long balmy summer ahead. It’s a timewhen we might try to find some refreshment, taketime out from our busyness.We will be working with West Monkton PrimarySchool, as usual, to support the “Pilgrim Day” forthose about to move up to High School - the lovelynew building and grounds enable them to invite otherlocal schools to join in this day. It is one of the waysin which the church can be part of stretching thechildren’s imaginations and spirituality, help themlearn ways to find refreshment for the busy years atHigh School ahead of them - and we, as volunteers,treasure these times when the children stretch us aswell!Our oasis of a churchyard is open all hours, and Ihope you take the time to come and enjoy the peaceand the wildlife as it changes through the seasons(do be careful and accompany your children, please!)It is so important to our mental, physical and spiritualhealth to be out in nature, to have time to wonder andbe amazed by the beauty and complexity of thisamazing world God created for us to live in and lookafter. I pray the summer months give us all little morespace (and the weather!) to do this.There is also a new monthly opportunity to get someexercise, meet some new friends and help out withmaintaining the churchyard - doing a bit of tidying,weeding or more major clearing. We will be thereevery 1st Saturday of the month (ie 6th July and 3rdAugust) between 10am and 12 noon - coffee andbiscuits provided. All are welcome.As we think about “Refreshing” we’d love to invite youto our new monthly informal service in West MonktonSchool hall - we’ve called it “Refresh” because we allneed times to step aside from our everyday lives andfocus on a bigger picture. We start with a “refreshing”coffee and cake and then we have time to worship, toponder and to respond to God in some way. Jesussays in the Bible; “Come to me all who are weary …and I will give you rest … learn from me …. and youwill find rest for your souls.” (Matt 11:29abbr) If thatsounds like something for you - you don’t need toknow, or believe anything to come and join us - youwould be welcome!

With love and prayers that you can find refreshmentthis summer,

Mary

Facebook Link:https://www.facebook.com/South-Quantock-Benefice-West-Monkton-Cheddon-Kingston-Broomfield-churches-242102696183594/

1st Seventh Sunday after Trinity

From the West Monkton church registers

Baptisms:We welcome the newly baptised as they start theirjourney of faith with us.5th May Aria Watkins5th May Florence Gange2nd June Natasha Fussell

Funerals:We remember these lives and pray for those whomourn them.23rd April Leslie WarrenFuneral service in church and burial in churchyard23rd April Keith KeyteFuneral service in church followed by cremation1st May Dorothy DaviesFuneral service in church and burial in churchyard29th May Barbara & David HedgesAshes interred in churchyard

Come and Join ourChurchyard Working Party

at West Monkton Parish Church(St Augustine’s TA2 8QT)

First Saturday of each monthNext Dates: 6th July and 3rd August

10am until 12 noon(followed by refreshments)

All welcome to help us care for our localenvironment, to keep it a beautiful place for us and

for the wildlife and to enjoy working together

Bring refreshments, gardening glovesand any small tools (if you have them)

Contact Brian Hill for further details -01823 443503

The insect hotel and people bench in the churchyard


BathpoolChapel

Sunday morningservice normallystarts at 10:30amso, if you arenew to the areaand looking for a

Church, you will find a warm welcome from ourfriendly church family.For enquiries regarding services or other mattersplease contact Pastor Naomi Gull on 07882 76415 oremail: [email protected]

Forthcoming EventsCoffee morningsSaturdays: 6th July and 3rd August from 10am to12noon approximately. Bring friends and family of allages.On Monday 15th July we are looking forward toproviding a light Asian styled meal for the employeesof the Aldi store opposite the Chapel. Shoppers arealso welcome. A small fee will help towards the fundraising for the Chapel.

Bible Study EveningsTuesday evenings from 7:30pm to 9:00pm.Continuing teaching on the Works of The Holy Spirit.Further information from Pastor Naomi as above.

All Nations Ladies MinistryEvery Wednesday 3:00pm to 5:00pm. An enjoyabletime of pampering with shoulder, hand or footMassage; word search and memory games; paintingand creating or just chatting. Further information fromPastor Naomi and Rose Crowie.

Create and ChatThursday afternoons between 2:00 and 4:00pm.Everyone welcome. All ages and abilities. A greatopportunity to share/learn knitting, crochet, craftskills. More information from Pastor Naomi.

General NewsThe Chapel & Community GardenThis large space and its facilities are available forpeople to hire for children’s birthday parties,conferences and special services. Conditions mayapply and hire costs for the chapel are negotiable.The garden is always open to all to visit. Feel free topull up a weed or two and help keep this beautifulspace tidy!For general enquiries about the Chapel or gardenplease contact Pastor Naomi as above.

When using the Chapel premises you can park atAldi opposite, but remember there is a 90 minutetime limit.The New Mill also allows us to park in their car park.

Prayer Conference New date:

On Saturday 24th August Bathpool Chapel will behosting a Prayer Conference. One of the highlightsfom last August was a Prayer Conference held in theChapel. A Leader who attended commented,“Therewas a lovely atmosphere. I really appreciatedpeople's prayers for me and my ministry. It was amoving time.”There will be a distribution of flyers with moreinformation nearer the time. Please do contact me ifyou want to share about your ministry and want toget prayer for yourself and your ministry.

The Year 1 children of West Monkton Primary Schoolcame to visit the Chapel and garden on 13th May.It was wonderful for us to stand in the garden andhear the joyful sound of excited children on their wayfrom their school along the road to the Chapel, abouthalf an hour walk. The first question we were askedas the children entered the Chapel was, ‘Is this yourhouse?’ It was a great opportunity to explain thepurpose of the Chapel and its history and workingout how long it had been in the area of Bathpool: theanswer being, since 1865.As it was a dry, sunny day the children were able toenjoy exploring the garden and discovering plantsthat smelt of toothpaste, lemon and herbs ‘like mumhas in the kitchen.’ It was lovely to have so manychildren and teachers visiting the Chapel andgarden, and we hope that they will come back againsoon. One lad said that as soon as he is older anddoesn’t play football on Sundays any more, he willcome to the service. We look forward to that day verymuch!On Saturday June 1st we had our usual CoffeeMorning followed in the afternoon by a sale ofdonated items. People from as far away asManchester had turned out their cupboards anddonated very generously towards the sale to raisemoney for the upkeep of the Community Garden andChapel. There was a steady trickle of visitors, onwhat was a beautiful day for International cricket, andwe eventually raised over £130. Many thank yous toall who supported this event with time and finance.Our small congregation went to Bath to the BathBaptist Church to hear a visiting Indian Ministerspeaking about his growing ministry in poor villagesin India. He has planted 40 churches to date and hasstarted a Bible College. He asked us to pray for hisministry and we asked him to pray for ours. We allenjoyed a delicious Asian communal meal afterwardsand fellowship with gracious brothers and sisters inChrist.Please keep an eye on our notice board for anyimpromptu events that may interest you. I encourageyou to call in to the community Garden which is full ofrose, honeysuckle and lavender fragrance at themoment and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.Have a wonderful summer.Pastor Naomi


News from theParish Council

Parish Council election resultsOn May 2nd 11 candidates stood for the 9 seats forParish Council. The result was that Cllr Geoff Hopehas replaced Cllr Mike Thompson, all otherCouncillors were re-elected. The Parish Councilgives its greatest thanks to Mike for his contributionto the work of the Council, in particular hiscontribution to the Neighbourhood Plan and for thework he did to achieve better attenuation of the 4streams flowing into Bathpool, especiallyMaidenbrook.

Annual meeting of the Parish CouncilMay 8th was the annual meeting of the ParishCouncil. The Chairman, Cllr Stuart Haskins was re-elected for another year, whilst Cllr Alan Hallbecomes Vice-Chairman and continues as projectleader for the Country Park. Cllr Barry Gagecontinues as the Chairman of the BACH committee.Other roles with responsibility are:Member responsible for Footpaths: Cllr Gage washappy to continue.Member responsible for BACH: Cllr Gage was happyto continue.Member responsible for Allotments: Cllr Haskinsacknowledged the administrative support provided bythe Clerk, he was happy to continue in his role.Member responsible for Highways: Cllr Besley washappy to continue in the roleMember responsible for Public Open Spaces,Recreating and Children’s Play Areas: Cllr Hope andCllr Cavill confirmed they were both happy to take upthis role.Memberresponsible forFlooding: Cllr Halland Cavillconfirmed theywere both happy totake up this role.Memberresponsible forSafe Routes toSchool: Cllr Tully was happy to continue in this role.Member responsible for Community Liaison: CllrKelly was happy to continue in this role.Member responsible for Transportation: Cllr Kellywas happy to continue in this role.You’ll find contact information for the Councillors onthe West Monkton website – which you can reach viaFacebook or www.westmonkton.netThe Clerk and Assistant Clerk are contactable byemail or you can phone 01823 413 [email protected]@westmonkton.netMinutes of Parish Council meetings are available onthe website.

Your participationMembers of the public are welcome to attend any ofthe following:Parish Council meetings – second Tuesday of everymonth at 7:00pm at the BACH - agendas posted onnotice boards and the website.Planning Committee meetings – first Tuesday ofevery month at 7:00pm at the BACH – agendasposted on the website.Parish Surgery – second Thursday of every monthat 8:30 am at the BACH – informal drop in, freerefreshments, no agenda.Members of the public are asked to join WorkingParties according to areas of expertise/enthusiasm.

Community reportingThe new District Council, Somerset West andTaunton (SWT) has active websites that allow youto report many problems with Highways andPavements – from potholes to overhanging hedges.Please use the website:https://www.somersetwestandtaunton.gov.ukAlternatively, please continue to report such mattersto your Councillors or the Clerk or Assistant Clerk.

GrantsIf you or your Group/Organisation are involved in aproject that is of benefit to the economic, social andwell-being fabric of the community, you may beeligible for a grant from WMPC. Please have a lookat WMPC Grants policy on the website. There is no‘one size fits all’ claim form, but the information onthe website provides guidance on how to make yourapplication. An application will generally be heardat the following Parish Council meeting, and youshould be prepared to make a short presentation tothe Council in support of your application.

PlanningThe new SWT council has decided to become aspaperless as possible particularly in respect ofplanning applications. This decision hasn’t hitWMPC quite as hard as other parishes, as theCouncil has invested over recent years in laptopsfor both Clerks and a large interactive screen whichis used for planning presentations at the BACH,using information taken from the SWT planningwebsite. You can continue to check planningapplications on the SWT websitehttps://www.somersetwestandtaunton.gov.ukYou will need to know either the application number,or other details such as address/date/agent to findthe application as submitted, and comments fromstatutory consultees and members of the public.

Brittons Ash Community Hall (BACH)The BACH continues to be available for bothbusiness and private bookings. Further informationabout the facilities available at the BACH isavailable on the Parish Council website:https://westmonkton.net/parish-council/brittons-ash-community-hall-bach/


West MonktonPrimary School

Dear Community,I thought I’d take this chanceto write to you all and let youknow a little more about me.My name is James Blackmore and I have officiallybeen the Headteacher at West Monkton PrimarySchool since January. At this point, the schoolacademised as part of The Oak Partnership. The OakPartnership is a small Multi-Academy Trust (MAT)and has been set-up along with Ruishton PrimarySchool, Blackbrook Primary School and SelworthySpecial School. At the point of academisation, theHeadteacher at West Monkton, Mr Ian Robinson,became the Trust’s CEO and I was then appointed asthe Headteacher. This is a pertinent moment to thankhim for all of his work with the school over the lastseven years or so.We are truly excited about the benefits that formalcollaboration, as part of a MAT, will bring. We havealready begun to improve teaching and learningacross the schools, as a result of groups ofpractitioners working together and sharing goodpractice. As time goes by, we will be able to ensurejoint procurement allows our schools to run moreefficiently with the aid of joined up thinking. I lookforward to providing you with updates on the newchapter in the school’s journey within each edition.Although I started as Head in January, I am by nomeans a stranger to West Monkton School. My firstpost at the school was on its School Road site in2011. I joined as a Year 6 teacher, initially, beforeteaching Year 2 as Assistant Headteacher. In 2015, Itook up my first headship post at Spaxton PrimarySchool but in 2018 returned to West Monkton in orderto join the school on its exciting new adventure as anacademy. I feel at home at West Monkton and amproud to be serving its community.In my early months as Headteacher, we have activelyfocused on the development of the whole child. Partof this work has been the development of our ForestSchool. We are lucky enough to have a new build butthis has meant the outside environment is fairlyunderdeveloped. Mr Benbow, our new Forest Schoollead, has been creative in his design for an outdoorteaching area that will enable children to thrive inareas beyond the core curriculum. This is a veryexciting project for us and there is more to come! Aswe move forward I would like to open the site to thewider community so that you can see the fruits of ourhard work.I wish you all the best as the Summer TermprogressesJ. Blackmore

If you would like to book the hall for upcomingchristenings, birthday parties or perhaps someclasses you can do so by contacting Maggie theBookings Officer ([email protected])or using the facility available on the website:https://westmonkton.net/parish-council/brittons-ash-community-hall-bach/bach-bookings-calendar/

Highway Improvements and RoadworksThe Parish Council has developed an additionalpage on the Parish Council website to provide furtherinformation about upcoming road closures, worksand improvements in the Parish. The webpage alsoincludes useful regular newsletters developed by thecontractors who are delivering the Junction 25 M5improvements. The page is available here:https://westmonkton.net/highways-updates/

Neighbourhood PlanningThe National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF)was revised last summer, in which therecommendation was made that NeighbourhoodPlans should be revised/reviewed every two years.These processes of review take time and lots ofconsultation needs to be done, and so although theNP for West Monkton and Cheddon Fitzaine wasmade in April 2018, the NP Group has commencedits review with a view to being completed in 2020.At this moment in time, no major changes areforeseen, but we have some hearsay evidence thatthe NP needs tweaking a little especially in thesection on Recreation. In this particular aspect ofCommunity life, progress has been made in that theCountry Park is now a reality, soon to be open to thepublic. If you haven’t seen it yet, check out the areato the north of the main road between Yallands Hilland the new houses at Northwalls. You’ll see thetree planting that has been done already.

If you missed out on being part of the preparation ofthe original Neighbourhood Plan, and would like tojoin in the review, please contact West MonktonAssistant Clerk Tricia Cavill,[email protected] 413 524 orCheddon Fitzpaine Clerk Jo Pearson,[email protected]


Greening the Garden

The news is full of information about environmentalissues and part of our work at Hestercombe has beento look into different ways that we can 'green up' thecharity. I have worked at Hestercombe for 10 yearsand the climate feels noticeably different now to when Istarted. Certainly the last few years have been muchdrier than normal and we are lucky that Gertrude Jekyllwas excited by Mediterranean style plants that candeal with a lack of water. It makes sense thatgardening and looking after the planet should go handin hand and most of us enjoy creating environmentsthat wildlife enjoys. But what else can we do?Water savingCollect water from everywhere you can - guttering fromhouses, sheds and glasshouses - and use this forwatering plants.Reuse grey water. I use the water from my washing upbowl to water my garden. Just make sure that youhaven't used a bleach-based cleaning product. I readan article by Alice Fowler once and she had investedin a siphon system that went from her bath out of thewindow and to the garden for her to water.We have started using horticultural gravel trays tostand pots of cuttings in the glasshouse in. These fillup as you water the plants and leave a reservoiravailable for the plants to suck up with capillary action.This can help cut down on watering requirements.Mulching your beds every year will really help lockmoisture into your soil (see composting).Reduce chemicalsThis can be quite tricky if you are used to usingherbicides and pesticides and a good start is literallyjust to cut down. Spot spray or paint on herbicidesinstead of covering huge areas. Researching organic/environmentally friendly alternatives is a good idea.Nematodes are really useful, especially in aglasshouse situation. At Hestercombe we use them tohelp combat vine weevil and sciarid fly. Nematodeswork by introducing organisms that feed off of the pest.Another way to do this is to introduce plants to yourgarden that attract beneficial insects such as ladybirdsand hover fly. Ladybird larvae will help munch throughyour aphids and you can encourage them by growingfennel, yarrow, scented geraniums and cosmos. Hoverfly larvae will also feast on aphids. The hover fly adultsare attracted to yellow and orange flowers such asmarigolds and anything in the umbellifer family such ascow parsley and ammi.There are some useful homemade remedies too suchas using a bit of washing up liquid in a squirty bottle tospray aphids. The washing up liquid is sticky andmakes it hard for them to survive.Swap to organic slug pellets. Don't be fooled, like me,to think that they are not working. They have a differentchemical compound to the non-organic ones. Whenyou use non-organic pellets you can see the explodedslugs and snails on the surface the next day. Whenyou use the organic ones there is no sign of this asthey work in a different way and the slugs disappearunderground- easy to think that they haven't worked -but a study by the RHS recently found them aseffective as the non-organic slug pellets.

Using bicarbonate of soda in water to spray on leavesand to act as a natural fungicide can help fungalproblems in plants. You can also make a spray fromwater and garlic - but be warned - I used this on theroses as Hestercombe once and then was mortifiedwhen a visitor smelt a rose and declared that it smeltof garlic!I use liquid seaweed as a fertiliser and this can beused as a drench or a foliar feed. A high-potassiumfeed (potassium encourages flowers and fruits) canbe made by putting fresh leaves of comfrey or nettleinto a barrel for a few weeks and then diluting inwater. Again, be warned - its a bit smelly, so keep alid on it.Peat freeWhere possible try to buy peat free compost or atleast reduced peat compost. Both are now readilyavailable. You can even buy a recycled peat compost.This is made from peat silt that has built up in thewater works.Recycle potsMost plant pots that we use are black and apparentlythat is the main reason that they cannot be recycledas the machines cannot see them separately from theblack conveyor belt (this just sounds ridiculous tome?!) so try to use and reuse them as many times aspossible. Where possible buy coir pots. I grow sweetpeas at home in toilet rolls and plant these straightinto the ground. Industry really needs to address thissituation and invest in a new type of pot - either adifferent colour (if it really is as simple as that) ormade from cardboard or some other product. Whereyou get the opportunity to chose vote with yourpurchase!CompostingHome composting is a marvellous way of getting ridof waste and making a useful product in the meantime. At Hestercombe all non-pernicious weeds, cutgrass, shredded paper, veg waste, tea leaves, etc goonto the compost heap. We have five bays and turnone into the other throughout the year until the lastbay is full of well rotted compost. Over the wettermonths this compost is spread in a thick layer overthe beds, locking in any moisture into the soil andfeeding it a good dose of nutrients and microorganisms. Moving the compost helps add air into themix which in turn generates heat and speeds up thedecaying process, making compost faster. At homethis is more difficult. If you can, have two compostbins and turn one into the other. You can also buyrotating compost bins to try and speed it up. If youreally have no room then get a green bin from thecouncil so that they can make compost.WildlifeDon’t forget the wildlife. Encouraging wildlife into yourgarden is a marvellous thing to do. Make sure there iswater for the birds, nectar for the insects and a pondfor the amphibians. Leave wild untidy areas - piles oflogs for bug hotels and areas of long grass forinsects. With a good balance of wildlife, the ecosystem is more able to look after itself. A wise manonce told me that you cannot fight nature so maybewe should all learn to work with it instead.Happy gardeningClaire Greenslade, Head Gardener


Tacchi-MorrisTheatre

THE CANTERBURY TALESBristol Old Vic Theatre SchoolTuesday 2 Jul, 7:30pmStandard £15 | Concession £13 | Student £11Chaucer’s well-loved stories are brought beautifullyand vividly alive; a colourful cast of characters set offfor Canterbury, competing to tell their tales of love,lust, adventure and chivalry.

CHICAGOThe Space CompanyWed 10 Jul – Sat 13 Jul, 7:30pm & Thu 11 Jul, 2pmStandard £12 | Concession £10 | Student £8Join the six merry murderesses of the Cook CountyJail…With a live band, 40 strong cast andchoreography inspired by the iconic Bob Fosse, thisis the hottest ticket in town!SUMMER COMMUNITY SHOWTACCHI-MORRIS ARTS CENTRETue 16 Jul, 7:30pmStandard £6.50 | Concession £5 | Student £4.50

Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre’s evening class memberspresent an inspiring and uplifting evening of dance,theatre and musical entertainment. A wonderfulcelebration of community participation.

ADELE TRIBUTE:HOMETOWN GLORYFri 19 Jul, 7:30pmStandard £18Natalie Black leavesaudiences spellboundwith her rich andsoulful voice, replicacostumes, and anatural likeness thatwill leave youwondering if you'veseen the real thing!Including all of the hitclassics such asRolling in the Deep,Set Fire to the Rain,Someone Like You, Skyfall and many more.

SUPER SUMMER HOLIDAY THEATRE SCHOOL6-12 Years | Mon 29 Jul – Fri 2 Aug | 9am-3pm£70/£60* term| Special Offer £120 for 2 siblingsSuperheroes come in all shapes and sizes, with allkinds of powers and different guises. Join us for asuper week of creating and devising fun theatre thatwill start with the superhero theme and then fly off towherever our imaginations lead us!Our exciting, annual summer holiday course is backand, as always, we’ll spend a fun-filled weekcreating, rehearsing and performing. The weekculminates in a show to friends and families on theTacchi-Morris Arts Centre stage. Spaces fill up fast,so book your ticket for a super summer holiday youwon’t forget.Tickets are available from the TMAC Box Office, theTaunton Visitor Centre or online at tacchi-morris.com.Tacchi-Morris Box Office – www.tacchi-morris.comTel: 01823 414141

Phoenix PhotographersGetting out of bed in the wee small hours, driving forseveral hours, leaving a nice warm car carrying a bagfull of cameras, equipment, plus a tripod, clamberingover rocks and boulders on a beach or maybescaling a Rocky Tor on Dartmoor or somewhere inthe wilds of Scotland. Perhaps not everybody's ideaof life style, however club member Lee Tippetchooses to do all this to obtain the shots he wants.The results are stunning. Lee often uses graduatedfilters to increase exposure time which gives movingwater and clouds ethereal dream like effects.Photographing in what is known as the golden hour,which is an hour before dawn and an hour beforesunset, Lee catches the wonderful sunlit glow onrocks and water. Snow covered landscapes taken on

the Isle of Skye and other locations in Scotland alsofeatures in Lee's presentation. Particularlymemorable were shots taken on the coast ofCornwall of the ruins of the tin mine buildings withthe setting sun reflecting off the old stones.Another hazard of all this adventurous photographywhich Lee mentioned was being on a high Torphotographing the sunset, when he said he realizedit had got dark, the only way to get back home wasdown, relying more on gravity and good luck than inany mountaineering skills and he managed to surviveit. An interesting and inspirational evening formembers, particularly so as it was presented by afellow club member.The club meets Monday evenings at 7:30pm in WestMonkton Village Hall www.pgop.org.uk


News from West Monkton Village HallMonkton Heathfield, TA2 8NE

Village Hall AGM - 22nd July7:00pm to receive the Hall Accounts for 2018/20197:30pm Business of the AGM followed byLight Refreshments and time to socialise

The hall is run by a group of independent trustees,representatives from organisations who use the halland honorary members who carry out specific duties.New Independent trustees may be voted on at theAnnual General Meeting.The commitment is not too onerous. We hold sixManagement Committee Meetings a year and sixFinance Sub-Committee Meetings. Membership ofthe Finance Committee is optional.We are a registered charity and the administration ofthe hall depends entirely on members of ourcommunity coming forward to ensure that it keepsgoing. It was set up in the early 1950s, soon afterthe end of World War II. It was a real struggle at thattime to get the funds together to provide a modestbuilding to commemorate members of our parish wholost their lives in World War I, and II.Since then to commemorate HM Queen Elizabeth II’sSilver Jubilee, with the support of grants and muchfundraising, we were able to provide the substantialbrick built hall that we have today. In 2002, againwith the support of grants and much fundraising, wewere able to add the medium sized Heathfield Hallto commemorate HM Queen Elizabeth II’s GoldenJubilee.The main building has very recently been refurbishedwith the provision of up to date toilet areas anddouble glazing. We have been able to fund this byusing our share of the money made available bydevelopers to support our community.

If you would like to find out more about us before22nd July please feel free to contact Joyce Keyte on01823 412294 or email: [email protected]

Hooray the Mobile Library will be calling!Somerset Library will be calling again and will park

in the Village Hall car park at the following timeand on the following dates:

on Wednesdays, once every four weeks.9am to 9:30am

July 17th, August 14th,September 11th,

October 9th, November 6th, December 4th

West Monkton EveningWomen’s Institute

I cannot believe we are half way through anotheryear, weather getting warmer, and we are nowlooking forward to summer, fantastic.Our April meeting certainly made you think aboutSpring – Jill Venn joined us with her fantastic rangeof hats which she hires out to people for thosespecial occasions. She started the evening giving usthe history of hats through the ages, and how hatscame into her life, after her lifetime career as adance instructor. Many of our ladies, althoughnormally smartly dressed, made even more of aneffort, and came in their fineries for Jill to match a hatwith their outfit. We all had a real fun evening andsome of the ladies were amazed at styles of hatswhich they did not dream would suit them, but in factthey looked fabulous in them.Our May meeting is our month for the AGM followedby a buffet supper. As we have several newmembers, we took the opportunity to go through thehistory of the WI, the roles of the CommitteeMembers, and how everything works, discussing indepth the two resolutions which are discussed andvoted on at the Annual General Meeting of the WI.In June we are having a summer social, visiting theGreat Western Hotel. It has been closed for a longperiod of time, but has now reopened. We are havinga talk and a guided tour, followed by a light buffet.On the 25th July, it will be our Concert, when we havethe priviledge of listening to Amelie Lloyd singing.This meeting is open to non-WI members, and ticketsare £5 each, which will include refreshments. Ameliehas a fabulous voice so please do try to come alongand support her.We are a very friendly group, and if you like thesound of what you read about us, why not comealong for a taster? New members and guests arevery welcome, we meet in the Annexe of WestMonkton Village Hall at 7:30 on the fourth Thursdayof each month (unless we are having an outing andwe do not meet in August); just ring our PresidentAnn May on 01823 334168 for details. The annualcost as from January 2019 is £42.00 (plus £3 fortea/coffee) – visitors will be £5 including coffee –what a bargain and a great way to meet new friends.Once again a special thank you to Sylvia Renshawwho organises all our brilliant speakers.

Forthcoming programme for 2019:July 25th: Summer Concert with Amelie LloydAugust: No meetingSeptember 26th: Food for ThoughtOctober 24th: The Somerset TommyNovember 28th: Craft eveningDecember: Christmas supper (date and venue to be confirmed)


Crisis in Care

Somerset Praised for itsCare Support in Panorama: Crisis in CareThe Panorama ‘Crisis in Care’ films were recentlybroadcast on BBC 1.The film crew spent ten months filming SomersetCounty Council’s Adult Social Care teams, shining alight on the incredible work going on in care and thepressures the system faces as growing demandoutstrips funding.They document incredible stories of families andunpaid carers looking after loved ones, and thedifficult decisions that come with the growing demandfor care from an ageing population at a time of limitedfunding.At Somerset Carers we are incredibly proud to be anintegral part of the county-wide support for unpaidCarers, a service funded by Somerset CountyCouncil. Our network of Carers, Village andCommunity Agents work together to supportindividuals not only in crisis but who need regular 1:1support, taking a holistic approach to the needs ofthe carer and everyone affected.Between October 2017 and March 2019 SomersetCarers has:

· Supported 595 Carers face to face

· Received 1,667 calls to the Advice Line

· Had over 5,500 visits to the websitewww.somersetcarers.org for signposting to thesupport available within Somerset

· Updated and published 1500 freecopies of ‘If Only I Knew That’,written by a Carer to give othersguidance and support on their caringjourney.

Keeley Rudd, CEO for CCS (theCommunity Council for Somerset) who runSomerset Carers, said: “Carers areincredible people who are unpaid and oftenwork incredibly long hours without thoughtfor their own health and without whom thetoll on governmental resources would beimmeasurably increased. We believe there

are over 60,000 unpaid Carers in Somerset”.She continued “It is our mission to support peoplewho may feel lonely and isolated in their caring role,from helping them to apply for funding they may beentitled to, get access to mobility equipment theymay need, or simply providing a listening andunderstanding ear with our Carers Agents or Talkand Support team. If you need one to one support inyour caring role, please contact us at SomersetCarers.”Cllr David Fothergill, Leader of Somerset CountyCouncil said: “Thank you to our many carers acrossSomerset for all the tremendous work they do insupporting friends, families and their communities.We wanted to get involved in filming Panorama as ithelps us bring to light the national issue of theenormous pressures our social care system isunder on a daily basis. These pressures will onlydeepen as time goes on - our funding continues todecrease whilst our population ages, living longerbut with more complex needs. It’s no surprise thatsome of the cases Panorama show are challenging.Together, we work extremely hard across Somersetto do the very best for those we support, with theaim of improving health and wellbeing for everyone.If you are a carer and need help, information orsupport, please get in touch with the SomersetCarers service, our contact centre Somerset Director visit one of our Talking Cafes held in locationsacross Somerset.Carers Week 2019 ran from June 10th – June 17th- and we hosted Cake for Carers in the weeksbefore, during and after at regular Carers Groups asa Thank You to those amazing people.

If you feel you may benefit from attending a CarersGroup for support, come along to one to find outmore - your local group can be found on our websitewww.somersetcarers.org or by calling the Helpline08003168 600

Still from the Panorama programme


Journey to Zero Waste

We’re all much better at recycling (and hopefully re-using) than we were a few years ago. As a result ourblack bin waste is reducing significantly, which isgreat news given it goes to landfill. All the same, ittakes a while to get your head around the guidelinesof what can and can’t be recycled, and what theSomerset Waste Partnership will accept at thePriorswood centre, but not collect. I seem always tohave a huge bag of stuff I’m intending to take the tip,but never quite get round to it. Then there is thegrowing population of milk bottle tops which I’m suremust be of use to someone but I’ve forgotten who. So,hope this helps….Somerset Waste collection will take:· Glass bottles without metal lids· Cardboard· Plastic milk bottles, lemonade bottles, etc.

without the lids· Aluminium foil (washed and scrunched) and

washed metal cans· Paper – not the shiny metallic stuff and if you are

obsessive like me, with plastic windows andsellotape removed

· Clothes and shoes· Small scale garden waste if you have paid for a

green binStuff you can take to the Priorswood Centreyourself but will not be collected:· The usual stuff like wood, glass, man-made wood,

paper, metal, electric goods, garden waste, etc.· Margarine tubs, plastic trays including black ones,

yogurt pots, plastic soup containers andtetrapacks (the waxed cardboard containers thathave a plastic lining). These need to be washed.

Compass Disability Services at Unit 11/12,Belvedere Trading Estate, Taunton, TA1 1BH alsorecycles the following:· Personal care and beauty packaging. Eg roll-on

deodorant, plastic packaging for wipes, makeuppots and tubes, pumps and trigger sprays,toothpaste tubes with lids, toothbrushes.

· Food packaging:eg plastic bottle tops (excludingmilk tops), cracker and biscuit wrappers,babyfood pouches and caps (washed).

No Crisp packets, Milk bottle tops orChocolate wrappers

Morrisons and Asda also accept carrier bags, breadbags and cereal bags for recycling.Although it’s good news SWP and Compass nowaccept these, I do wonder about the carbon footprintof us all driving to Taunton with our individual bags ofassorted items. A neighbourly share system or localcollection point might work? Watch this space.What are eco-bricks?Eco-bricks are plastic bottles with lids (wide-neckedwork best) in which you ram all the bits of plastic filmand wrapping you can’t possibly re-use, as tight aspossible. These have been used as buildingmaterials in some African countries (held togetherwith a mud paste) which I can’t see taking off in ourparish. However, they reduce the volume of plasticthat will go into landfill and prevent odd bits of plasticflying off the lorry and finding its way into hedgerows,fields and ultimately waterways, where they do somuch damage.Zero packaging shopping at Lesser Litter If you take your own food containers to the LesserLitter shop in Paul St, Taunton, you can buy cereals,nuts, pulses, flour, tea, coffee, pasta, rice, olive oil,eco-friendly washing up liquid and lots more withoutusing any packaging at all.Wellington Repair café: Saturday June 15thEnjoy coffee and a home-made cake at the Baptisthall in South Street while a team of locals sharpenyour garden tools, mend your clothes and repairelectrical items and bikes for a donation. My foodprocessor came back to life under the ministrations ofman with a tiny screw-driver. This is a great way toavoid the chuck it away culture to which we havebecome accustomed. We need one in Taunton! Lookthem up to find out the next date:www.facebook.com/Wellington-Repair-CafeAdapted from an article by Dixie Darch ([email protected]) first published in Link Up.

A small group had planned thebreakfast but many people helpedwith getting The Street party ready,bunting, tables and electricitysources were begged andborrowed. There was a practicefrying of eggs - which was good asthe first two slid off the wronglyangled metal plate!

West Monkton Big Breakfast


The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde

This year's Taunton Thespians Summer Tour isOscar Wilde's glorious comedy The Importance ofBeing Earnest. Wilde described it as “A trivialcomedy for serious people” and packed it full of witand wordplay of the finest kind,Come along to one of our wonderful venues, bring afew friends, a glass or two of wine and a picnic.You'd best bring chairs too, as the grass can get abit uncomfortable.All the venues will be open from 6pm and theperformance will start at 7:30pm every evening.

We look forward to seeing you there.

9th - 20th JulyPerformances start at 7:30pm –Venues are open from 6pmTickets: £12 (full),£5 (students, under 16s & dependent on benefits)

Tickets valid for any performance

Taunton Visitor Centre 01823 340470online: tauntonthespians.org.uk

Senior SnippetsTop Tips to Eat Well and Age Well

Food and nutrition play an important role in stayingwell. But many people lose their interest in food asthey get older and, according to Home InsteadSenior Care research, one in five over 75s struggleto cook their own food.As part of our new campaign called ‘Stay Nourished,’our aim is to raise awareness of the importance ofmaintaining healthy eating habits.Home Instead Senior Care Taunton is here to shareits knowledge and help recognise the signs ofmalnutrition so that families or those providing careand support can take action.Here are some top tips for encouraging your lovedone to enjoy mealtimes:· Keep mealtimes interesting. Aromas can help to

stimulate the appetite. Encourage your loved oneto get involved in the selection, preparation andserving of meals wherever possible.

· Top Tip: Help your loved one to make a shoppinglist and decide on a healthy meal plan for theweek.

· Make the dining area comfortable, removedistractions and create a nice atmosphere.

· Think about portion sizes; If appetite is aproblem, it is better to introduce smaller portionsmore often instead of a large plate of food 3 timesa day. Offering finger foods is also a good way toencourage people to eat if someone doesn’t wanta traditional meal.

· Ensure healthy snack options are available andmake sure food and drinks are easily accessiblethroughout the day.

· Avoid calorie-free or low-fat products unlessyour loved one has specifically been advised toeat them by their GP.

· Always prioritise mealtimes and try to create amealtime routine. Avoid rushing and coercingsomeone to eat. Gentle persuasion is better.

· Confront the myth that weight loss is a normalprocess with ageing as our bodies become lessactive. Weight loss is not a normal part of theageing process

If you are feeling under strain and need a helpinghand or a bit of respite time, Home Instead SeniorCare can help. Our CARE Givers can provide helparound the house as well as assistance with mealpreparation, shopping and errands.

Find outmore abouthow ourCAREGivers canhelp yourloved oneto eat welland staywell athome bycontacting Home Instead Taunton 01823 [email protected]


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Are You Looking for a Keep Fit Class?Come along, socialise, make new friends and havefun keeping fit!West Monkton Village Hall Wednesdays 6pm to 7pm.£6.00 (Term time only)

Aerobic based exercise for all abilitiesand levels of fitness.

Come and have fun getting fit.For more details contact:Heather on 07561498365 [email protected]/heather

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Toxicity

There are a number of common things in the average household thatcan be toxic if ingested by your dog. Below is a list of the commontoxins that we see, however if your dog eats anything that it shouldn’t,contact your vet for advice as soon as possible, even if they’re notshowing any signs of toxicity – once they’re showing signs, it may betoo late and irreversible damage may have been caused.Toxin Signs of ToxicityChocolate Restlessness, hyperactivity, high temperature, tremors, seizures, coma, death.Grapes/Raisins/ Not eating, increased thirst/urination, vomiting, lethargy, death.SultanasAlcohol Vomiting, diarrhoea, depression/lethargy, loss of co-ordination, breathing difficulties, seizures, death.Xylitol Lethargy, vomiting, loss of co-ordination, collapse, seizures, coma, death.(artificial sweetener)Yeast Dough Gas accumulation, abdominal pain, intestinal blockages causing a swollen abdomen.(raw bread dough) Blockages can lead to intestinal damage.Macadamia Nuts Weakness, depression/lethargy, vomiting, increased body temperature, tremors, and(often found in cakes) seizures.Avocado Vomiting, diarrhoea. Stone can cause an obstruction in the intestine.Onion/Garlic/Chives Gastrointestinal (stomach and intestine) irritation, anemia.Moldy Foods Vomiting, shaking, tremors, seizures, death.Any Medications not prescribed for the pet Various – Call vet immediately with details of what/how much has been ingested. Have original packaging to hand.Bleach/Cleaning agents/detergents Various – Call vet immediately with details of what/how much has been ingested. Have original packaging to hand.Insecticides/ Various – Call vet immediately with details of what/how much has been ingested.Rodenticides Have original packaging to hand.Garden Plants Various – Call vet immediately with details of what/how much has been ingested.

If you suspect that your pet has eaten something potentially harmful and need advice, call your vet foradvice immediately – do not wait for symptoms to show.

Victoria Woods MRCVSTone Veterinary Centre

What is the Slinky?

Slinky is an accessible bus service funded by SomersetCounty Council for people unable to accessconventional transport. This service can be used for avariety of reasons such as getting to local healthappointments or exercise classes, visiting friends andrelatives, going shopping or for social reasons. You canalso use the Slinky as a link to other forms of publictransport.Who can use the Slinky?You will be eligible to use the Slinky bus if you:• Do not have your own transport• Do not have access to a public bus service• Or have a disability which means you cannot access

a public bus

Parents with young children, teenagers, students, theelderly, the retired and people with disabilities could allbe eligible to use the Slinky bus service.How does it work? If you are eligible to use theservice you will first need to register to become amember of the scheme. You must complete aregistration form and return it to the booking officebefore using the service for the first time.Once registered you can then book a journey bycontacting your booking office at least 24 hours beforeyou want to travel. Trips can be booked up to twoweeks in advance.How much does it cost? Please phone the bookingoffice to check the cost for your journey. EnglishNational Concessionary Travel Scheme passes can beused on Slinky services. You will need to show yourpass every time you travel.Somerset Student County Tickets are also valid onSlinky services.Somerset County Council’s Slinky Service is operatedby: Somerset County Council Booking number:01823 331266 Monday to Friday 9:30am to 3:30pm. Formore information on Community Transport in your area,please phone Somerset Direct on 03001232224 or visitour website at www.travelsomerset.co.uk


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Nails & BeautyBio Sculpture Gel NailsManicuresPedicuresWaxingFacialsMassageEyelash & EyebrowTreatmentsEyelash ExtensionsSt Tropez Tanning

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National Blood Donor ServiceSessions will be held at:St James Church 2nd July and 30th July 13th August and 24th SeptemberTaunton Catholic Centre 6th August and 18th Sept.Taunton Academy 21st AugustMonkton Heathfield Village Hall 23rd August and 13th SeptemberFor further details ring 08457711711 or go online atwww.blood.co.uk

FREE ITEMS/ITEMS FOR SALE/WANTED

Items up to £100 in value are included. We do notmake any charge for this service and take noresponsibility for the quality or safety of the itemsadvertised.If you would like to include something in thissection please contact Lorna Walters on 01823412017 or [email protected]· child's bed guard. £5 01823 412094· Pressure Washer (MacAllister 1700w) used

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Assembling the Poppy ProjectSee Page 28

Pianist Needed

Taunton Ladies Chorus islooking for someone wholoves to play the piano, aswe are looking for a newpianist to play for us inSeptember. We sing a widerepertoire of songs andarrange concertsthroughout the year at carehomes. If you would like to join this friendly group asour pianist we would love to hear from you

We meet every Monday evening7:15pm – 9:15pm

at the BACH hall next toWest Monkton

Primary School TA2 8FT. Please contact Hilary Wickham 01984 623335 or

Kate Bond 01823 259828 to discuss

Taunton Deane Borough CouncilInformation regarding the change inopening hours for the Customer Hub(Taunton Deane Borough Council’sface to face service). The new opening hours for theCustomer Hub (face to face) are;Monday & Tuesday 8:30am – 5:00pmWednesday 9:30am – 5:00pmThursday & Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm


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Priorswood LibraryChildren from West Monkton PrimarySchool attended the celebrations.On 5 November , Somerset CountyCouncil agreed to retain 19 of its existinglibraries and seek help from communitiesto run 15 other library buildings as CLPs.Priorswood is one of ten long-term CLPswhich has been signed .


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DISTINCTIVE MEMORIALSBY

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LES MARSH CARPETSWide Selection of Flooring Samples AvailableKarndean Flooring, Vinyl & Natural FlooringRemnants & Roll Stock AvailableEstimating & Fitting ServiceProperty Letting Specialists & Insurance WorkUndertakenKnowledgeable & Friendly StaffFamily Run Company Since 1979

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Household Cleaning Undertaken20 years experienceCaring person who is willing to do all householdtasks. Will also help with shopping, collectingprescriptions, accompanying to appointmentsetc.

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Somerset’s Largest IndependentStairlift & Mobility Aid Supplier

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Writing for the Village News

We are always looking for people towrite articles for the News; this couldbe a one off, a series of articles or apermanent slot, all are welcome.Ideally we would always have articlesof interest from all parts of the village -old and new.Articles can be on almost anything -local news, events, clubs or hobbies -the main thing is that theyshould have a link to thevillages.If you want to submitarticles, photos or postersfor events please emailthem to: [email protected]


And Finally ...They told the young man that it couldn't be done.

Smiling he said that he knew it. And he tackled the job that couldn't be done - and he couldn't do it.

A 360 Mile Walk

Local girl, Rosie Lugg, who grew up in Monkton Heathfield, iscurrently walking all 630 miles of the south west coast path forcharity.Rosie, who works as a doctor at Musgrove Hospital, and herfriend Vanessa, are walking between 10-20 miles per day over9 weeks to fundraise for Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY).Sadly, at least 12 young people die every week in the UK fromundiagnosed heart conditions. CRY aim to prevent thedevastation of sudden cardiac deaths by raising awareness,screening young people for heart problems and doing research.They also provide valuable support to families affected bysudden death.The walk started inMinehead in Apriland should finish on4th July in Poole. Sofar, the girls havecovered 250 miles,more than half amillion steps andpassed through

Lands End on to the south Cornwall coast. Overall they will ascendthe equivalent height of Mount Everest 4 times, and walk theequivalent of Taunton to the northern highlands of Scotland!Along the way they have met some amazing people, who haveprovided accommodation and donated to CRY. Many of these arecomplete strangers and the girls have been blown away by people’sgenerosity.If anyone in the village would like to donate to CRY (and make allthe blisters worthwhile!) please visit their fundraising page atwww.justgiving.com/RosieandVanessaOr contact Trish Lugg on 01823412280/07455227450.

If you would like to follow their progress on Facebook, their page istitled “Rosie and Ness walk the South West Coast Path”.

Starting the walk

A long way to go yet!

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