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Temporary Road Closure: Harwood Lane, Timberscombe  

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Reference: WA16,17/0425 – SD001056,57 – Harwood Lane     

Please be aware that we have received notification of a temporary road closure at Harwood Lane, Timberscombe for approximately 385 metres, which will commence on 9th July 2025 and is expected to last until 13th July 2025 (between 07:00 to 19.00hrs). These works are for Kiely Bros to carry out prep works, surface dressing and associated works on behalf of Somerset Highways, their works reference is LG018-SD001056-57-SD-01.

These phased works will be for ONE DAY within the stated period and the road will be reopened when no works are taking place (in some instances works may be completed in a matter of hours). Signage will be placed on site. There may be a need for additional closures at a later date and noticfication will be sent for these.

For any further information about this closure please contact Kiely Bros on 0121 772 3800 quoting reference: WA16,17/0425 – SD001056,57 – Harwood Lane.

A map of the affected area (in red), together with the recommended diversion route (in purple) is shown below, along with the link to One.Network.
https://one.network/?tm=142819690.
With regards,
The Road Closure Team
Traffic Management, Road Safety and Parking Services
Somerset Council
County Hall
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 4DY

West Somerset Food Cupboard

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We have had another busy month at the Food Cupboard with demand remaining high, which is understandable with the current financial climate. People really are struggling to stretch their budgets to meet all the demands of housing costs and general living costs. Food prices are significantly high and even what we call the staple foods like milk and sugar have seen dramatic price increases. Households are struggling to put a meal on the table, let alone try to provide a healthy choice of food.

The rising cost of food is also impacting our level of donations. We’re seeing a noticeable decline, as many people are finding it harder to add a few extra items to their shopping to support us. Combined with the growing demand for our services, these are challenging times for food banks.

At The Pantry, we’ve always worked hard to ensure our members have access to a healthy selection of meat, eggs, cheese, vegetables, dairy products, rice, and pasta. We source this primarily by purchasing surplus food from large supermarkets—food that would otherwise go to waste—alongside invaluable local donations of eggs, bread, and organic vegetables.

As demand for surplus food has increased significantly with the rise in food charities, our local supplies have become even more crucial. Without this support, we wouldn’t be able to provide weekly food parcels to 40 families in need.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who continues to contribute—whether through food donations or financial support. Every single act of generosity truly makes a difference in helping us support our local community.

Thank you for supporting us. We would be grateful for these items this month:

Tins of vegetables-peas, carrots, sweetcorn
• Pasta/Curry Sauce/stir in pasta sauce
• Tinned Meat & Fish -Corned beef, ham, tuna
• Squash bottles/Fruit Juice cartons
• Savoury Crackers/Bread sticks/Rice cakes
• Tinned Potatoes & Instant Mash Sachets
• Rice Pudding/Custard/Individual Puddings.
• Tinned Tomatoes
• Biscuits & Crisps
• UHT Milk 1 litre
• Rice
• Sugar
• Jam/Pickles and Chutneys
We are unable to distribute, chilled, frozen, damaged, out of-date or home-made items.
Thankyou
Charity Number: 1198591
Contact Us: info@wsfoodcupboard.org.uk
07795080637

Regal Theatre

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The Regal Theatre Summer Show 2025 – PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT – The Musical

Thursday 14 – Saturday 16 August & Tuesday 19 – Saturday 23 August – 7.30pm – All Tickets £15, Friends £14.50
FIRST NIGHT SPECIAL OFFER … All Tickets £10

Based on the smash-hit movie, Priscilla, Queen of the Desert is the heart warming, uplifting adventure of three friends, Tick, Bernadette and Adam, a glamorous Sydney-based performing trio who agree to take their show to the middle of the Australian outback.  They hop aboard a battered old bus (nicknamed Priscilla) searching for love and friendship and end up finding more than they ever imagined.

With a dazzling array of outrageous costumes and a hit parade of dance floor favourites including ‘It’s Raining Men’, ‘I will Survive’, ‘Hot Stuff’, ‘Boogie Wonderland’, ‘Go West’, ‘Girls Just Wanna Have Fun’ and ‘I love the Nightlife’, this wildly fresh and funny musical is a journey to the heart of FABULOUS!

So, slip into something sparkly, throw a feather boa around your shoulders and sashay down to the Regal Theatre for an evening of laughter, tears and, above all, FUN!

The original motion picture Priscilla, Queen of the Desert was written and directed by Stephan Elliot, produced by Al Clark and Michael Hamlyn, executive producer Rebel Penfold-Russell and was financed with the assistance of the Film Finance Corporation Australia Limited and the New South Wales Film and Television Office.

NB This show contains language and adult themes that you may consider unsuitable for under 14s.

Tickets for all events may be booked in advance online at https://regaltheatre.co.uk/whatson or from the Box Office (Tel 01643 706430) between 9.30am and 12.00pm Monday – Saturday

Temporary Road Closure: Knowle Lane

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Reference: WA13/0425 – SD001053 – Knowle Lane, Dunster SDC     

Please be aware that we have received notification of a temporary road closure at Knowle Lane, Timberscombe, Dunster and Wootton Courtenay for approximately 3283 metres, which will commence on 8th July 2025 and is expected to last until 12th July 2025 (between 07:00 to 19.00hrs). These works are for Kiely Bros to carry out phased prep works, surface dressing, application of Kiely Lock and associated works such as stud removal/renewal and lining works on behalf of Somerset Highways. 0, their works reference is LG018-SD001053-SD-01.

These phased works will be for ONE DAY within the stated period and the road will be reopened when no works are taking place (in some instances works may be completed in a matter of hours). Signage will be placed on site. There may be a need for additional closures at a later date and noticfication will be sent for these.

For any further information about this closure please contact Kiely Bros on 0121 772 3800 quoting reference: WA13/0425 – SD001053 – Knowle Lane, Dunster SDC.

A map of the affected area (in red), together with the recommended diversion route (in purple) is shown below, along with the link to One.Network.
https://one.network/?tm=142827719.

With regards,
The Road Closure Team
Traffic Management, Road Safety and Parking Services
Somerset Council
County Hall
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 4DY