What’s On

RNLI Winscombe & District Branch will hold its third Reindeer Run at 2:00pm on Sunday 8th December at Winscombe Cricket Club, 31 The Lynch, Winscombe BS25 1AP. Runners of all standards welcome; there will be a 2.5 Km Santa Claus Trail (Open to all) and a 5 Km Reindeer Trail (Minimum age 11). Both Trails are Off-Road and Fancy Dress welcome. Runners are encouraged to get sponsorship and bring supporters as drinks and refreshments will be available.

Jump feet first into Christmas with the annual St Margaret’s Santa Abseil!
Are you ready for an unforgettable festive adventure? Join us on Sunday, 1st December for a Santa Abseil, where you’ll descend 60 feet down the breathtaking Cheddar Gorge, all in support of St Margaret’s Hospice.
Sponsored by Blackdown Finance, this event is your chance to make this Christmas truly special—whether it’s for the thrill, the views, or the cause. Suit up in your Santa gear, gather your courage, and abseil down one of Somerset’s most iconic locations. After completing the abseil, you’ll be greeted at the bottom with a well-earned medal and a festive mince pie. Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie or just looking for a fun way to raise funds for a great cause, the Santa Abseil is an event for everyone.

Don’t wait – spots are limited! Head to www.st-margarets-hospice.org.uk/santa-abseil to register for just £35. For group bookings or questions, email events@st-margarets-hospice.org.uk

Make this Christmas one to remember by supporting St Margaret’s Hospice. Feel the festive cheer, conquer the cliffs, and make a difference!

Christmas comes to Winscombe!
Winscombe Community Centre is holding its annual Christmas Fair on Saturday 23rd November, from 9:30am until 12:30pm. Come along for easy and varied Christmas shopping, then relaxing with mince pies and coffee.

Cheddar Valley u3a Coffee Mornings ‘PLUS’ 10:00am – 11:30am, Thursday 21st November.
November it’s the Craft Fayre, where unique, artisan Christmas gifts and decorations can be purchased.
Visit u3asites.org.uk/cheddar-valley/home for all the information needed.

The local Weston-super-Mare Macular Society Group covering Weston Clevedon Winscombe meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month 10:30am to 12:30pm at St Peter’s Church Hall, Baytree Road, Weston-super-Mare BS22 8HG.
The group is for anyone affected by central vision loss, AMD wet or dry. We have presentations on a variety of topics including useful appliances, helpful organisations and local interest such as RNIB and GWR.

Have you ever wondered what PIER HEALTH does locally?
Winscombe District U3A. Dr John Heather will give an illustrated talk to explain the role of Pier Health in our local primary health care services.
18th November at 2:30pm, refreshments from 2:00pm. Winscombe Community Centre, BS25 1HP.

Wedmore Antiques and Collectables is now well established.
There was no fair planned for October as the hall was already booked, but the November fair looks like being even better than ever. At Wedmore Village Hall, Cheddar Road on Saturday 16th November, 10:00am – 4:00pm, admission free.

Cheddar Arts’ autumn season concludes on Friday 8th November with Love Sarah starring Shelley Conn, Celia Imrie and Rupert Penry-Jones.
The doors of Kings Theatre at the Kings of Wessex School open at 6:45pm and performances begin at 7:30pm. Tickets are available online at www.thelittleboxoffice.com/cheddararts

OPEN MEETING, Thursday 7th November at Draycott Memorial Hall, Draycott. 7:30pm.
All Welcome to come and listen to ‘Project Lugger – Birds of Prey’ by Ade Cobb.
Come and meet the birds of prey and listen to Ade from Cobbs of Cheddar & Winscombe talk about these beautiful birds.

Celebrate the voice YOU have and join us for an afternoon of song. Open to those living with Dementia, Parkinson’s, other brain atrophy or those feeling isolated – come along with your partner/carer – you are ALL VERY WELCOME. Enjoy a drink, a biscuit and chat with others before singing starts. Facilitated by Maureen Campbell a trained Singing-for-the-Brain facilitator and Movement Psychotherapist. Tel. 01934 852869.
Meet alternate Tuesdays, Axbridge Town Hall. Times 2:15pm – 3:45pm. £2 donation welcomed. Next sessions: NOV 5th, no session 19th; DEC 3rd & 17th.