Author: Lesley Webb

Rubbish collections this week

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Somerset Council has announced that there will be no recycling or rubbish collections taking place on Bank Holiday Monday, 25 August.

Collection days will change across Somerset following the bank holiday.

All collections will move back 1 day.

If a resident’s usual collection day is Monday, it will now take place on Tuesday.

Tuesday collections will be moved to Wednesday, Wednesday collections to Thursday, and so on.

For those who usually have a Friday collection, their collection will be rescheduled to Saturday 30 August.

If opening on a Monday is part of the Recycling Site’s opening days, then it will be open as usual from 9am to 6pm on Bank Holiday Monday.

To help manage the increased volume of recycling, residents are encouraged to make extra space in their recycling boxes by crushing and flattening their recyclables.

This simple step can make a difference to help reduce the number of trips crews need to make to empty their vehicles.

For more information about what can be collected for recycling and to check a collection day, visit the Council’s Bins, recycling and waste page.

Yoga Classes

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If you’re staying home this bank holiday, why not come and join us at Wootton Courtenay on Monday morning for a gently energising yoga practice?

Time for yourself after a long weekend is a great way to set yourself up for the week!

Stretch and Strengthen Yoga Class

Wootton Courtenay

Monday 25th August – and starting again on Monday 15th September

9:45am – 11am

Here’s a link to book: https://shiatsuyoga.co.uk/inpersonyoga/

Terry Bruce
Yoga Teacher & Shiatsu Practitioner
www.shiatsuyoga.co.uk
07961 892526

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I am writing from Somerset Sight, a local charity that supports visually impaired people in Somerset. We would be grateful if you could please display the attached posters to help promote these Somerset Sight events and services.
Mobile Advisory Service dates: Our MAS visits a different town or village in Somerset every day and is stocked with various gadgets and resources that can assist the visually impaired. People are welcome to visit the MAS if they wish to buy anything or are simply seeking advice and guidance. No appointment needed.
Volunteers Needed: We are always looking for new volunteers to visit and support visually impaired people across Somerset so that they feel less lonely and isolated.
Yarlington: Yarlington House Car Boot and Country Fair is a very important fundraiser for Somerset Sight. Various stallholders will be on site selling their goods, there will be classic cars to view and numerous games and events including a Dog Show, a Tombola, Welly Throwing and Splat The Rat. Donations for the Tombola would be very welcome and appreciated.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Kind regards, Alex Finlayson, Administrator, Somerset Sight

Tel: 01823 333818

Mobile visit dates below:

International Overdose Awareness Day

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To mark International Overdose Awareness Day on 31 August, Somerset Drug and Alcohol Service (SDAS) is inviting people to attend free training and awareness sessions that could help save a life.
Event Details: Learn to save a life on International Overdose Awareness Day
📅 Date: Friday, 29 August 2025
🕙 Time: Any time between 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Locations:
  • Yeovil – Maltravers House, Petters Way, BA20 1SH
  • Taunton – 4 Hammet Street, Taunton, TA1 1RZ
These drop-in sessions are open to everyone—whether you’re seeking support, a health or care professional, a friend or family member of someone who uses substances, or simply curious about the service.
Joseph Olubodun, Peer Mentor and Volunteer Coordinator – Aftercare at SDAS, said:
“We are opening our doors for International Overdose Awareness Day to show people what our service offers to those living in Somerset and to help reduce the stigma surrounding substance use.
“We also want to demonstrate how carrying Naloxone and knowing how to use it can save a life.
“Members of the SDAS team and our peer mentors will be available to speak with attendees and encourage them to join the growing number of people who carry Naloxone as part of their daily routine.
“So, whether you use substances, spend time with people who do, or are a friend or family member of someone who does, please take the time to come along and find out more.
“You could save a life.”
If you’re unable to attend, you can still learn more and access training by visiting:
🔗 https://www.turning-point.co.uk/services/somerset/naloxone 
About SDAS
Somerset Drug and Alcohol Service (SDAS) is commissioned by Somerset Council and delivered by the national charity Turning Point. The service provides support, education, and resources to individuals and communities affected by substance use.
Any members of the media who would like to attend and find out more should contact keith.williams@turning-point.co.uk in the first instance.