Could everyone please note that dogs are not permitted to be exercised on the playing field. This area is frequently used by children and there is concern about dog fouling which can cause toxocariasis, an infection to which young children can be particularly prone. Thank you.

Somerset Health and Wellbeing Updates

Timberscombe School Friday News 24.06.22

Benefice newsletter 24th June 2022

Somerset Activity Sports Partnership (SASP)

Bookings for Happy Healthy Holidays Somerset are now open!

This year’s summer programme is jam-packed with fun activities ranging from sports to crafts, music, theatre, games and more. Follow the link to check out the upcoming activities that will be taking place over the Summer for children on benefits related free school meals https://www.sasp.co.uk/happy-healthy-holidays #BeActive

Somerset Mental Health Hub – Networking Event

Thursday 30 June at 10.00am – 1.00pm

Bridgwater Rugby Club, TA6 4TZ

The Somerset Mental Health Hub is the leading voice for the local VCSE organisations working in the area of mental wellbeing. The aim is to provide a space for collaboration, peer support and learning and the opportunity to share your views with local commissioners and decision-makers.

Join this live event for the chance to network with other groups and charities working to improve mental health and wellbeing in Somerset.

Please click here to find out more and register for this event.

 Community Council for Somerset (CCS)

Smart Communities Ltd – Community Review Project

The CCS is excited to launch a new Community Review project, working in partnership with Somerset Association of Local Councils (SALC). Its aim is to support and deliver 14 Parish and Town Council community plans by either initiating new or reviewing previous plans.

The lucky communities will have the CCS local expert team supporting them through the process.

Come along to one of the online welcome sessions:

• Thursday 30 June at 7pm – 8:15pm
• Tuesday 12th July at 2pm – 3:15pm

Meet the Smart Communities team and SALC team as well as an opportunity to hear from a Somerset community about the benefits of doing a Community Plan. The team will be giving further information about how to get involved and answering any questions you might have.

Please click here to book your space.

Please click here to find out more information about the project.

Help raise money for the Timberscombe Play Area by donating your used printer cartridges in the collection box at Timberscombe Post Office.

Check which cartridges are accepted here

 

 

Deputy Lieutenant for Somerset ,Clinton Rogers, has produced a 5 minute film from clips that show how people in Somerset celebrated the remarkable and historic milestone of HMTQ’s Platinum Jubilee.

Walking Cricket starts this week.

This Friday 24th June and for the following 5weeks Somerset County Cricket are running 6 sessions to help introduce the game and establish some teams. Note it is played with a soft ball. 

Venue Irnham Road Recreation Ground from 10am-11.30am.  

The session will run from Friday 24^th June and then every Friday 29^th July (subject to weather). 

The sessions are suitable for adults over 50’s who are looking for an opportunity to meet new people and perhaps try something new.  The focus is on having fun and getting active.   All equipment provided. Games played with soft ball. No experience necessary, just a willingness to join in!

To book a place, simply call 01823 352266 or complete this form: https://forms.office.com/r/6ez3pMHtss