Cheddar Gorge visitor information centre marked the end of the main visitor season with an awards evening and social for volunteers who have helped with staffing the facility during the year. The centre is now closed for the winter, with plans to re-open for half-term next February. The chairman, Peter Colton, opened proceedings by thanking … Read more…
Fireworks night is just around the corner and Somerset Council is reminding everyone, to stay safe, reduce waste and follow the advice of the fire service. Fireworks night is a fun time of year, with parties and back garden displays of bright lights and rockets. It is important that residents take care, celebrate fireworks night … Read more…
Cheddar will come together for an Act of Remembrance on Sunday 12th November. Timings for the parade, advised by the Cheddar Valley Branch of the Royal British Legion: Parade Details: 14:30 Parade assembles at Kings Academy, Cheddar. 14:45 Parade Leaves Kings Academy for the War Memorial. 14:55 Parade halts at the War Memorial ready for … Read more…
Could a grant of up to £2000 help your local project? The Mendip Hills Fund is now open for applications. Grants will be awarded to support community and voluntary group projects that want to: Help their local wildlife Get their community involved in a project Support social and economic initiatives like improving community facilities Support … Read more…
Somerset Council is asking everyone to reduce waste this Halloween and stay-single use free during fright-night. The beginning of October saw a ban on the sale of many single-use plastic items come into force, including plastic cups, plates and other items associated with parties like balloon sticks. Halloween can be a scary enough day without … Read more…