Wellington EDGE October & November 2014
Includes your Wellington Town Council Newsletter (Page 61)
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Legal Eagle, Local History from Colin Spackman Financial Guidance, Looking over the edge with Andrew Govier, Business, Shopping, Trades, Health, Travel, Gardening, Food, Entertainment, Whats on in Wellington & much much more
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I have just returned from a couple of weeks away on holiday and spent several hours travelling. Actually that isn’t strictly true as I spent more time waiting for the transport than actually travelling. This gave me lots of opportunity to people watch, one of my favourite hobbies. At 5.00am in the morning at Bristol Airport the place was packed with travellers wearing sleeveless T shirts, shorts and flip flops the temperature was approximately 12c, the planes are generally even cooler and most were flying to the Meditteranean and would be at their destination before there was any significant heat in the day Why do people like to queue? As soon as they announced the flight loading there was a rush to be first on the plane . All had booked their seats in advance so there was no expediency to grab the best seat and they were not going to take off until the last person was seated. Similarly within 10 seconds of the seatbelt lights going off after landing there was an almighty scramble to unload the cabin baggage bouncing the duty free bags off the heads of those fighting to get to their feet. The aim was to be the first to get off the plane and interestingly one budget airline actually sells passengers the opportunity to be first off the plane. What I am confused about is what advantage do they get for being first in the baggage queue as the luggage (if it arrives at all) appears to be quite random in its off-loading. My other gripe about luggage is the wheel along cabin bags. Most of these bags are huge and just fit in the plane’s luggage rack, but it isn’t the size that bothers me it is the random dropping them down on the ground and extending the handles so that the bag falls unexpectedly in the path of innocent travellers walking a metre behind. By the time we returned home I had become quite a nifty dancer trying to avoid trips and spills. which was made much easier as I had changed out of my flip flops and into my cavalry twills and tweed jacket ready for the Richard temperatures in Bristol. pe
What’s in The Edge Editorial Contents Looking over the Edge
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Whats on Wellington
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Young Photographer
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Legal Eagle
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Andrew Govier
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Wellington History
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Town Council Newsletter
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Come in Handy
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Puzzle solutions
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HAKEN AND STIRRED Musical - Song And Dance @ The Arts Centre
Tuesday 11th November to Saturday 15th November 2014 at 7:30 pm Matinee: Saturday 15th November at 2.30pm
Celebrating the fifty years of Bond movies we present an evening of songs from the films. Discover the fabulous songs that accompanied 007s adventures - you will be amazed at the variety!! Ticket Price: £7 (no concessions) Box Office: C9 in Wellington or ring 01823663597 to book tickets
Wellington Acoustic Club We host an acoustic music club on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Free entry to both public and performers.
Milverton MUSIC - Friday October 17th
with special guests Radio 2 Folk Duo award winners Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman Tickets on sale Now £10 ring 01823 400416 or email: milvertonmusic@f2s.com
Schools Open days Stawley Community Primary School OPEN AFTERNOON Tuesday 14th October from 1.30 - 3.30pm for current and prospective parents 01823 672486 or office@stawley.somerset.sch.uk Sampford Arundel Primary School and Pre-School OPEN MORNING Tuesday 7th October 2014 from 9.30am-11.30am for current and prospective parents 01823 672342 www.school.sampfordarundel.org.uk Rockwell Green Church of England Primary School OPEN MORNING Tuesday 15th October from 9.30-12.00 01823 662317 www.rockwellgreenprimary.co.uk 4
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THE ROTARY CLUB OF WELLINGTON YOUNG PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2015 Are you a budding photographer then you might like to enter the 2015 Young Photographer Competition organised by the Rotary Club of Wellington. Last year’s winners as well as winning great prizes also were recognised by being reprinted in the Wellington Town Guide with the overall winner Michael Crilly appearing on the front page. There are two themes for this year’s competition: 1. LIGHT UP THE COMMUNITY. (Regional & National Competition) 2. Wellington area - a street or country scene. (Local Competition only) If you want your photograph to be considered for the regional and then national Rotary competitions, then you must put together a collection of THREE photographs on the first theme - LIGHT UP THE COMMUNITY. There are two age categories: Junior 7 - 11 years old on 31st August 2014 Senior 12 - 17 years old on 31st August 2014 Your age must be certified by your parent or school teacher who must also certify that the photograph/s are your own work. Please submit a maximum of THREE photographs per subject. and send them to David Elkington by email at: elkers@tiscali.co.uk or by post to: Rotary YP Competition 26 Wellesley Park Wellington TA21 8PZ Entries for the regional and national competitions (Light up the Community) must be of a quality that can be later printed on A4 paper. Entries must be received by 5th January 2015
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LEGAL EAGLE
Putting Children first When couples separate it can be a very difficult and emotional time, especially when they have children. Following separation, parents will ideally reach an agreement together regarding the arrangements for the care of their children. Mediation is available, where parties can meet together with a trained mediator to discuss arrangements for their children, and many couples find this process useful. Collaborative law can also be used by parents to discuss, negotiate and reach agreement with regards to their children. This process allows parents to reach their own solutions rather than have Orders imposed on them by the Court, and there is a better chance for them to remain amicable in the future if they do not end up in a Court forum. This is important where they will inevitably have to meet in the future at child-related events. Where no agreement can be reached by parents, an application can be made to the Family Court for a Child Arrangement Order. Usually a Mediation, Information and Assessment Meeting must be attended before a person can make an application to the Court. There are exceptions to this, for example, in cases involving domestic violence or where an urgent application needs to be made to the Court. The law relating to children changed on 22 April 2014, when the Children and Families Act 2014 amended Section 8 of The Children Act 1989. Instead of the Court making “Residence” and “Contact” Orders, it now looks at Child Arrangement Orders, determining with whom and when a child is to live, spend time or otherwise have contact. The intention behind the new law is to reinforce the importance of children having an ongoing relationship with both parents after separation and to ensure, as far as is possible, in a way that is safe and in the children’s best interests, that both parents are involved in the upbringing and care of their children. The Court will arrange for CAFCASS (the Children and Families Court Advisory and Support Service) to identify any safety or welfare issues at an early stage. The Court may appoint an officer from CAFCASS to prepare a report for the Court. The Court will examine what is in the children’s best interests, taking into account many different factors, including their physical, emotional and educational needs and, in some cases, the children’s wishes and feelings depending upon their age and understanding. Contact can be face to face, including overnight stays or indirect contact such as by letters or cards. If necessary, contact can take place at a neutral venue such as a Contact Centre and can be supervised or supported. The Court can direct that parties attend the Separated Parents Information Programme designed to help support parents going through separation, looking at the impact of this upon their children. The Court can make a Shared Child Arrangement Order. Here the children do not have to spend exactly equal amounts of time with each parent but it is more a reflection that both parties continue to have an equal status in the children’s lives. Porter Dodson has specialist family lawyers who can advise on all aspects of relationship breakdown. We are one of the few specialist family teams in the area able to offer mediation and collaborative law, as well as solicitors who deal with cases through negotiation or in the Court system. Call us today for an initial free consultation. Contact Amanda Jones on 01823 625886 or Julia Perrins on 01823 625882.
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No business is too large or small Start Up’s and growing businesses a speciality FREE INITIAL INTERVIEW
Old Town Hall Fore Street Wellington TA21 8LS
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30 years of local knowledge on your doorstep When Vision South West decided to add mortgages to their existing financial solutions portfolio, they looked for people who could bring not only skills to the team, but in-depth local knowledge that would benefit their clients. Local lady, Joanne Brown fitted those criteria perfectly. Jo has been in financial services for most of her working life and now specialises in mortgages. “I joined Vision SW because I could see that they shared the same values around customer service that I held. But, the deciding factor was that they are not tied in any way to one mortgage provider, which means I can offer the best deals available to my clients. Many people do not realise when speaking to mortgage brokers that they can be restricted in who they can recommend, I didn’t want that restriction; it is really important to me that the client gets what they need, not just what I can provide. “We can also offer the whole service from lending to insurances, to life cover; so much simpler for the client than having to juggle with multiple companies,” added Jo. The second new addition to the company will be a well-known face to many in Wellington and Taunton: Andrew Govier. Andrew has been serving as a local councillor for Wellington, Taunton and Somerset for 22 years now and held Mayoral positions within Taunton during 2003-4 and in Wellington in 2010-11. Needless to say, Andrew brings extensive knowledge of the area. “Many people will have opted for fixed rate mortgages at the beginning of the recession to safeguard their outgoings and may be coming to the end of their protected term. We would urge anyone facing that potential difficulty to come and speak to us. Being totally independent, we may well be able to find you better deals than the ones you are on – AND we don’t charge for advice as some do. Our advice is totally free and holds no obligation,” said Andrew. Mike Rogers,Vision SW Director, commented on the appointments: “With the decline in the service being provided by other financial institutions, Vision South West are looking to expand by acquiring individuals with the same service ethos.We really want to be seen as making a difference. With the significant changes in the industry, we are looking to continue to provide something that stands above our peers and allows individuals and businesses meet their goals. In Joanne and Andrew we have made two key appointments, which will allow the business to expand in our key markets of investments, pensions and mortgages.
Vision South West
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Pet supplies & dog grooming Clipping service Delivery & order service available High Street Wellington
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Literacy tuition for children and adults Literacy tuition for children and adults with dyslexia, dyspraxia and other learning difficulties. Based in Taunton, I offer specialist help for individuals (aged nine plus) with reading, writing, spelling, study skills and memory techniques. Call Karen for an informal chat on: 01823 286803 or visit my website: excel-learning.co.uk 20
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Home & Maintenance
Tel/Fax 01823 461966
Mobile 07779 720686 Courtney Bowden & Son Roofing Family run business with over 25 years experience
Roof Repairs, Lead Work Replacement roofs Storm Damage, Leaks
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R S Plumbing
Rod Searle 81 Waterloo Road Wellington TA21 8JQ
Established Local Plumber 30 years experience Gas Boiler installation and servicing General domestic plumbing & heating Telephone:
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UPVC WINDOW & DOOR REPAIRS
Wood & UPVC Reglazing Guttering Facias Condensation Handles Hinges Locks
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Fully qualified Carpenter Skirting Loft Boarding Flat Pack Assembly Locks Doors Wardrobes Shelves
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INTERIOR & EXTERIOR DECORATING TILING & COVING HOME MAINTENANCE * CARPENTRY
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POWELLS for safety boots and shoes including safety trainers high visibility clothing flame retardent clothing goggles & ear defenders head protection warm hats work gloves chefs clothing ladies workwear POWELLS WORKWEAR boilersuits, bibs & braces Proudly supporting Wellington Footballwaterproofs and camos & Rugby Clubs casual clothing for work and play and much much more 19a Fore St Wellington but don’t take my word for it come and see for yourself
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FULLER STUFF COVERING THE SOUTH WEST
Second Hand quality furniture & antiques, house clearance and house removals
www.fullerstuff.co.uk Call Kevin 01823 662762 07786 227231 The Old Dairy 42 North Street Wellington TA21 8LT (behind the fire station)
20 years experience Free quotes Friendly service
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Finger on the Pulse by Councillor Andrew Govier.
In the last few days while I have been thinking what to write in this article the weather has been fantastic. I always think it is nice if we get a good spell in September and October as it seems to make the winter slightly shorter. The summer events seem to have been blessed, in the main, with good weather again this year. This has meant that the concerts organised by the Friends of Wellington Park; the food fair; the Howard Road event organised by Churches Together and the Street Pastors; and the Welly Boot Day were all extremely successful. Once again, thousands of people from far and wide have enjoyed these events thanks to the hard work of those volunteers who put in so much time and effort. It is quite clear that on a number of fronts Wellington is starting to make real progress and this is being recognised by government at both a local and national level. A good example of this is the recent announcements of extra funding for the town. A group of councillors and officers have been regularly meeting to look at how we can improve support services for children, young people and families in the area. They submitted a proposal to the government and we have been chosen as one of the 120 or so projects in the country to receive funding. The ÂŁ17k we have received will allow us to make improvements to the way in which partners work together and how we deliver services to local families. We have also recently heard that a joint bid by the police and TDBC has been successful in getting Wellington a share of ÂŁ750k to combat anti-social behaviour in the town. This will provide a further boost to local services and help the agencies involved to help more people. Both of these grants are very welcome and reflect a lot of hard work put in by local councillors, partner officers and residents. Well done to all concerned! On the subject of funding, the County Council has recently announced that each of their councillors will have another ÂŁ5k to distribute to local organisations this year. The money has to be spent on projects that promote health and wellbeing. If any reader knows of a group that they think would benefit from this type of grant, then please get them to contact me using the contact details below. Cllr Ross Henley will also have access to these funds so if you live in the part of Wellington that he represents then I am sure that he would be pleased to hear from you as well. The issues surrounding the Jurston Farm development have continued to cause controversy over the last few months. Local residents are rightly worried about the impact that some the proposals will have on their quality of life. I am pleased that TDBC have agreed to ask for a number of these issues, in particular, the proposed road links to the existing estates; the provision of sports fields; and the need for the case for building only one larger school rather than two small ones to be looked at in much more detail. I, and other Wellington councillors, have been pressing for all of these things to be reviewed. If you would like to raise any issues with me about matters contained in the article or other concerns then please feel free to ring me on 667589 or email me on ajgovier@somerset.gov. uk .
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More NEW Cruises for 2015 with a free local pick-up from Taunton. Here at Miles Morgan Travel in Taunton, the demand for our escorted cruises, with the ease of the transport from Taunton continues to increase therefore, we are delighted to introduce more new itineraries for you to choose from for 2015.Your holiday starts the minute you board the coach where you can sit back, relax and enjoy the scenery as you make your way towards the port. All of these cruises are fully escorted by a Miles Morgan Travel Cruise Escort who will be on hand to take care of all of your needs including the check in process at the port and throughout your stay to ensure that your cruise goes as smoothly as possible. They will even host an exclusive welcome party on board so that you can meet your fellow passengers. The feedback from our customers who have already experienced one of our escorted cruises has been fantastic and many of them are now on their second and third cruise with us. Choose from six stunning itineraries:11th May 2015 -13 nights - The Azores and Madeira - This cruise takes in the picturesque views of the most stunning island gardens. Cruise the Azores and explore the subtropical gardens of Horta, Ponta Delgada and Funchal. From Only £1299pp 24th May 2015 – 7nights -European City Breaks - Join us and take a cultural jaunt to some of Europe’s finest cities, including Hamburg, Amsterdam and Antwerp. From only £699pp 23rd June 2015 -10 nights - Uk’s Islands and Landmarks - Discover a cluster of Island gems by sailing to Stornoway, Belfast, Kirkwall and Invergordon to name a few. From Only £1099pp 11th July 2015 -14 nights - Scandinavia and Archipelagos – Join us a set sail for the Baltic, calling at Helsinki, St. Petersburg and Stockholm.From only £1499pp 21st August 2015 – 8 nights - Norwegian Fjords – Always a popular departure. Delve into the depths of Norway, calling at Stavanger, Bergen and Flam. From only £999pp 1st September 2015 - 13 nights - Baltic Capitals- Explore the Baltic, calling at Tallinn, St.Petersburg, Helsinki, Warnemunde and Copenhagen. From only £1399pp All of these departures are with Fred Olsen cruises who offer excellent value for money, quality dining, from casual buffets to five-course dinners, a choice of entertainment, daytime activities and events on smaller home from home ships. Everything about Fred. Olsen is personal and as a family-run company they have been fine-tuning the cruise experience through generations. Their smaller, more intimately sized ships take you straight to the heart of some of the world’s most amazing destinations and the crew are dedicated to ensuring your time on board is as memorable as on shore. These exclusive cruises are always very popular and seats on the coach to the port are very limited so early booking is strongly recommended. Call us now on 01832 335111 or pop in and see us at 28 Orchard, Taunton, TA1 3TP to find out more
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Wim’s Jewellery by Design
JEWELLERS OF DISTINCTION
Wim Joustra Director
10 Fore Street
Wellington TA21 8AQ 01823 662382 07803 504044
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BESPOKE JEWELLERY JEWELLERY REPAIRS CLOCK & WATCH REPAIRS GIFTS (Weddings, Christianings etc.) EAR PIERCING ENGRAVING WATCH STRAPS & BATTERIES
A full range of hair and beauty services
using only the best award winning products Bio sculpture;Tibby Olivier; Sienna X; Joico; GHD; Kebelo; Wella
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We aim to make sure our residents have the best possible day every day Dedicated Nursing, Care & Activities Staff Delicious home-cooked food prepared by our chefs Wonderful accessible gardens with an abundance of wildlife A beautiful and supportive environment for retired people to enjoy life You are warmly welcome to visit us at any time. No appointments necessary
Tel: 01823 662032 www.majesticare.co.uk oaktreecourt@majesticare.co.uk Oaktree Court, Middle Green Road, Wellington Somerset TA21 9NS 38
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STUNNING HATS TO HIRE FOR ALL OCCASIONS
Personal Attention from: Jill Venn Binham Bridge Farm Hele, Taunton TA4 1AJ Telephone: 01823 461643
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The Foot Health Centre Podiatrists/Chiropodists
Stephen Boyes B.Sc(Hons) M.Ch.S D.Pod.M Kim Boyes M.Ch.S D.Pod.M 9, North Street, Wellington TA21 8LX For an appointment please call:
01823 667933 A Private Podiatry & Chiropody Clinic providing a broad range of nail and foot care treatments including: removal of corn & callosities to nail surgery. Foot health assessments are undertaken including diabetic patients. A NAIL CUTTING SERVICE IS AVAILABLE HOME VISITS CAN BE ARRANGED FOR HOUSE BOUND PEOPLE
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Some New Street Names. by Colin Spackman Much can be learnt about a town’s history by looking into the origins of and reasons for its street names. Some names originated centuries ago, for example High Street and South Street, but most are much more recent. The expansion of Wellington since the end of the 19th century, and especially the last decade or so, has meant that many new names have had to be introduced. On the new Longforth Farm development there is now a Thomas Place, a Lillebonne Way and a Normandy Row. Thomas Place recalls the 19th century brick-making firm based at Poole - now the site of the recycling centre. It was William Thomas (1815-1872) who started the firm on his father’s farm around 1837. They started making bricks commercially in 1842. They built a Hoffman Kiln which, when it was completed in 1867 was the biggest in Britain. This kiln was kept burning for over 100 years apart from a 6 week break in 1924. The bricks produced by William Thomas and Co Ltd. have that distinctive orange colour that can be seen in many of the 19th and 20th century buildings in Wellington. The company was wound up in the 1960s; the business then had several owners until the making of bricks ceased in the 1990s.*
Wellington has this year, 2014, been commemorating the 50th anniversary of twinning with Lillebonne, in Normandy. This twinning was first recognised with the naming of Lillebonne Close, near Priory, in the 1970s. The town’s other twins have subsequently been recognised with Immenstadt Drive off Burrough Way and Torres Vedras Drive off the new Cade’s Farm roundabout. The idea of naming a street in the new Longforth development as Normandy Row, after the region of France in which Lillebonne sits, seems sensible but one wonders why Lillebonne Way as well - surely we haven’t already run out of people, places and events to commemorate. And won’t this be confusing as Lillebonne Close and Lillebonne Way are not near one another. The development of the old nursery site in Bagley Road, Rockwell Green has been named Barrington Road. Do you know why? If you do then please let the editor or this author know so that it can be recorded to satisfy the curiosity of future local historians. Finally, a suggestion. Wellington, like nearly every town in the country, has a Victoria Street which commemorates that queen’s golden or diamond jubilee. Wouldn’t it be appropriate, for the same reason, to have an Elizabeth Street on one of the current housing developments? * A history - Brickmaking in Wellington - is available in Wellington Museum; price £4.50.
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Wellington Business Association is for all businesses
shop owners, sole proprietors, partnerships, limited companies, home workers, artisans etc. The WBA provides: support, infomation and advice as well as networking opportunities For more information call Ian Stock 01823 673245 ian@3spheres.org.uk
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Castle Hall
in the centre of Wellington, is opening its doors to the community We’d love to welcome groups, businesses and individuals to propose ideas for making the most of our community resource. Castle Hall has a catering standard kitchen, a huge main hall, tables. charis and even an upstairs meeting romm with roof lights What would you like to use this space for? Please let us know and we’ll see if we can make it happen
COMMUNITY SPACE FOR THE COMMUNITY OF WELLINGTON
Contact Steve Altria 01823 662295 steve.altria@btopenworld.co.uk Castle Hall is owned and managed by the 1st Wellington Scouts helping young people in our community access the changing adventure Registered Charity no. 305638
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Motoring
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TYRES YOU CAN TRUST Great prices, great service, great products from Somersets Independently owned tyre distributor CARS / VANS / TRUCKS / 4X4’S / AGRICULTURAL VEHICLES
Wellington Unit 5, Tonedale Ind Est, Milverton Rd TA21 0AN 01823 66 44 94 Taunton Crescent Car Park TA1 4ED 01823 33 44 94 Bridgwater Kidsbury Road TA6 7AG 01278 44 44 94
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Trade counter serving the Agricultural, Marine, Automotive Manufacturing sector, open 5 days a week for Hydraulics – Pneumatics – Bearings – Belts – Motors - wheels and Castors - Hose and tubing – Engineering consumables
Trade and Public welcome Unit 1F, Castle Road, Chelston Business Park, Wellington Somerset TA21 9JQ Tel 01823 660639, email sales@hydramaticsomerset.co.uk
web www.hydramatic.co.uk
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WELLINGTON TOWN COUNCIL NEWSLETTER October 2014
Grants
Since our last newsletter we have given the following grant: Rockwell Green Institute - £880 – for maintenance of the building.
Drop in Sessions In an effort to ensure that the local community had every opportunity to raise concerns and influence the decisions that the Town Council were able to make and to give residents the chance to indicate what areas they felt we should be focussing our limited budget on, the Town Council will be holding two drop in sessions at the Farmers Market. These will be in Wellington on Saturday 4th October and Saturday 1st November from 10am -12noon. All are welcome.
Wellington Monument The Town Council received a presentation from representatives of the National Trust who explained its plans for the repair and refurbishment of Wellington Monument. The Trust was facing a complex engineering problem and would shortly be appointing consultants to find a repair solution. This would not be a quick process. Members of the public present were given the opportunity to ask questions of the Trust. It was agreed that the Trust would make an annual progress report to the Town Council so that progress could continue to be monitored.
September Events
Wellington Town Council would like to thank the organisers and volunteers who make the many events that brighten up our town during September including the Flower Show, events in the Park, Wellington Food Festival, Welly Boot Championship and the Wellington Carnival. Please remember to mention The Edge Directory when responding to adverts
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WELLINGTON TOWN COUNCIL NEWSLETTER October 2014
Allotment Awards
The winners of the 2014 Allotment Awards were:
Best Managed: Jean & Bernie PLOT 11 (PICTURE) Most Ecological: Mr and Mrs Ronson and Matt Darch PLOT 7 (PICTURE) Best Newcomer: Nigel Baker PLOT 59 Best Cultivated: Mr Capell and Mr and Mrs Gillingham PLOT 17 Highly Commended: Plot 29. Mr Murdock Plot 73. Mr Pritchard The Mayor (Councillor Dave Mitton), together with Councillor Janet Lloyd (Chair of Allotments Committee) presented the winning certificates.
Christmas Light Switch On Wellington Town Council Christmas Light Switch On this year will be held in Wellington High Street on Saturday 22nd November between 4pm – 7:30pm. There will be live music from Filta, carol singing, Father Christmas, the majorettes and much much more. A free fun family event.
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WELLINGTON TOWN COUNCIL NEWSLETTER October 2014 Traffic Lights The County Council’s Traffic Control Team had looked at options to potentially provide additional capacity. In the interim a National Technical Expert on traffic signal operation had visited the site during peak hours in order to improve the way in which the signals operated under the existing control methodology. The Traffic Control Team felt that the alterations made had seemingly made a noticeable difference in reducing queuing, particularly on Longforth Road. However, these alterations would be reviewed over the next three months following which the Council would be updated further. As well as this, County would continue to progress the design of the controlled crossing at Longforth Road, providing their preliminary plans when completed. The final design would be progressed following the review period.
Meetings of the Wellington Town Council The full Council Meetings are at 7pm on the 1st Monday of each month at the United Reformed Church, Fore Street. They are preceded each month on the same day by the finance committee at 5.45pm and by the Planning Meeting of the Council which starts at 6.15pm. (Times may alter see Agenda on Wellington Town Council website www.wellingtontowncouncil.co.uk) All meetings of the council are open to the public. The public may speak and ask questions. The council also holds additional public meetings when a particular subject needs detailed discussion. Please remember to mention The Edge Directory when responding to adverts
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Email: terrymilton@wellingtontowncouncil.co.uk
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Food, Drink & entertainment
An old Beamed Tearooms with friendly staff and a lovely atmosphere and calming ambience Home-made cakes loose leaf tea and fresh ground coffee. We also have a local craft corner and ever changing specials we are open 6 days a week (Mon to Sat) and are fully licensed. Monday to Saturday we serve the best full English breakfast in the west available from 9.30am till 2pm. OAP Special 2 course lunch from 12 to 2pm every Wednesday. GOOD FOOD....GOOD WINE....GOOD TIMES. Are you looking for any outside catering? If you are then contact: The Somerset Catering Company. Where Quality Comes Naturally
01823 461848 • 07889 954792
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Fried Chicken • Pizzas • Burgers • Kebabs See Our Great Meal Deals Call in or you Can Order online on www.chicoland-wellington.co.uk
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CLASSIFIEDS
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Boxed adverts 80 x 60mm for £19 per issue or £50 for three issues Boxed adverts 60 x 40mm for £16 per issue or £40 for three issues Boxed advert 40 x 30mm for £11 per issue or £30 for 3 issues
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LOCAL CHIMNEY SWEEP BRUSH AND VAC SERVICE
TEL: 07729905669 depression: relationships: sexuality VIVIENNE SUTTON Integrative Counsellor T: 01823 972891 M: 07749 996131 E: vivienne11@live.co.uk W: somersetcounsellor.co.uk stress: anxiety: bereavement: anger
Pet supplies & dog grooming Clipping service Delivery & order service available High Street Wellington
01823 669744
Nigel Davies high quality Painter & Decorator 01823 277026 07915 061314
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To advertise in The Edge Classifieds section ring 01823 429225 or email sales@theedgedirectory.co.uk Boxed adverts 80 x 60mm for £19 per issue or £50 for three issues Boxed adverts 60 x 40mm for £16 per issue or £40 for three issues Boxed advert 40 x 30mm for £11 per issue or £30 for 3 issues
Mr PIZZA PALACE Burger Bar
18 South Street Wellington TA21 8NS
FREE LOCAL DELIVERIES
01823 661222
Shaun Richards Sales & Service
Domestic Appliance Repairs Washing Machines * Cookers Tumble Dryers etc. Telephone: 01823 661082 Mobile:07768 456448
BRENDON HILL TREE SERVICES 01984 624183 - 07971 531333
www.brendonhill.co.uk info@brendonhill.co.uk Fully Insured NC, ARB & NPTC
E J Teare Newsagents Whatever you want Whenever you want it 7 days a week
3 South Street, Wellington 01823 662002
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Fair Trade African Gifts - Bilto African Lager as well as many more Gro
Town Hall Building, Fore Stree www.theafric
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Do you know somebody with Dementia? Stimulate and encourage conversation with these unique activity cushions Only £45 Contact Quilts4U@hotmail.co.uk In partnership with Reminiscence Learning
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COME IN HANDY INFORMATION & EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS. Wellington Community Office 30 Fore Street, Wellington, Somerset TA21 8AQ Tel: 01823 667279 Fax : 01823 667279 Email: wellington.community.office@tauntondeane.gov.uk Wellington Tourist Information Office 30 Fore Street, Wellington, Somerset TA21 8AQ Tel: 01823 663379 Fax: 01823 667279 Email: wellingtontic@tauntondeane.gov.uk Wellington Museum The Squirrel, 28 Fore Street, Wellington TA21 8AQ Tel: 07971 242904 Email: info@wellingtonmuseum.org.uk Opening Times: Easter week to the end of September Monday to Friday 10.00am – 4.00pm Saturday 10.00am – 1.00pm From September to mid December Saturdays only 10.00am – 1.00pm The Museum is closed on bank holidays Wellington Library 16 Fore Street, Wellington TA21 8AQ Telephone: 0845 345 9177 Fax: 01823 665194 www.librarieswest.org.uk email: enquiry@somerset.gov.uk Opening hours Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday: Saturday: Sunday: Chemists: Lloyds Pharmacy Mantle Street Mon – Fri 9.00am – 6.30pm Boots Chemist High Street Mon-Sat Wellington Medical Centre Mantle Street Mon-Fri Sat Superdrug Fore Street Mon-Sat Wiveliscombe Mon – Fri • closed for lunch 1-2pm Saturday Medical Centres
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Hospitals Community Hospital Musgrove Park Hospital
01823 662663 01823 333444
Dentists ADP Dental Co Ltd 1 Station Road 01823 662064 63 High Street 01823 662083 Woodland Dental Surgery 01823 666651 43 High Street Wellington Dental Practice 01823 661555 47 High Street Wiveliscombe Dental Practice 01984 623388 Church Yard, Rotton Row Veterinary Mount Veterinary Hospital 21 High Street Deane Vets Old Brewery Road, Wivelsicombe Police
9:30am - 6:00pm 9:30am - 6:00pm 9:30am - 6:00pm Closed 9:30am - 6:00pm 9:30am - 1:00pm Closed
01823 662446
01823 662170 9.00am – 5.30pm 01823 665366 8.30am – 6.30pm 9.00 – 12.00 01823 662492 8.30am – 5.30pm 01984 623284 9.00am – 5.30pm 9.00am – 1.00pm
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Train Times Bus Timetables
08457 484950 www.somerset.gov.uk/timetables or 0845 345 9155
Utilities BT Fault Line Gas Emergency SWEB Emergencies Water
0800 800 151 0800 111999 0800 365900 0845 6004600
Wellesley Cinema
01823 666668
Wellington Recycling Centre Poole Brickworks, Nynehead TA21 9HW www.somersetwaste.gov.uk Opening Times: Mon 8.00am – 7pm Tues – Wed 8.00am – 4.00pm Thurs – Fri Closed Sat 8.00am – 4.00pm Sun 8.00am - 1.00pm Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years day
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