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Silver Street Nature Reserve wins a Green Flag hat-trick

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For the third year in a row a nature reserve in Midsomer Norton has been rewarded for maintaining high standards.

Volunteers who form the Friends of Silver Street Nature Reserve group celebrated this weekend after being given by the Keep Britain Tidy campaign's Green Flag.

The scheme recognises the best green spaces in the country and hands out the flags which can be displayed to let visitors know the park or green space has achieved high standards.

Lucy Edwards, who celebrated her 50th wedding anniversary to husband and group chairman Jim on the day they were given the flag, said: "It is nice to get recognition for all the work we do to keep the woods and meadow in good condition and reassuring for visitors who will see the Green Flag and know they are in for a treat."

Last week, the town centre green space was hit by vandals who set fire to bales of hay before rolling them onto the wildflower meadow and Somervale School playing field.

The volunteers spend every Saturday morning improving the woodland.

Over recent years they have been working on a wooden walkway with plans to start work to restore a 200-year-old springhead in coming months.

Silver Street Nature Reserve wins a Green Flag hat-trick


Family fun day in memory of former director

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Family and colleagues turned out in force to help raise funds in memory of one of the former directors of timber merchants A J Charlton at the weekend.

The Charltons Family Fun Day, organised by employee Andrew Ball, raised £1,563 for Dorothy House Hospice Care in memory of sales and marketing director Michael Charlton, who died last year

Mr Ball said: "The turn-out of those working at the company and their extended families was fantastic. I think that it is fair to say that from young children to their grandparents everyone had a really enjoyable and fun day."

Employees from Charltons Furniture in Radstock as well as from the Timberstore and the sawmills at Buckland Down all attended.

During the afternoon, the Michael Charlton Cup was presented to company chairman and chief executive AJ Charlton as a lifetime's achievement award.

Family fun day in memory of former director

Somer Valley Singers bids farewell to its pianist Becki Mayall

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A group of singers have bid farewell to their pianist.

The Somer Valley Singers, have said goodbye to Becki Mayall, who is moving to Cornwall after ten years.

Musical director Heather Hill presented Becki with a silver bracelet and the choir ended the evening by singing John Rutter's The Lord Bless You and Keep You to her.

The group's annual charity concert takes place at St John's Church, Midsomer Norton, on Saturday, October 12, when members hope that Becki will be able to play for them one more time.

Its deputy pianist is stepping up to play for the moment but if anyone is interested in playing occasionally, they are asked to call Shirley Parker on 01761 433325.

New members are always welcome. The choir meets on Thursdays at 7.30pm in Radstock Methodist Church rooms.

For more information visit www.somervalleysingers.co.uk.

Somer Valley Singers bids  farewell to its pianist Becki Mayall

Fun-filled community fete nets cash for park revamp

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A HUGELY successful Mount Community Association summer fete in Frome has raised more than £800 for a park improvements project.

The event was held on Bank Holiday Monday with many residents attending to take part in the many fun activities that the association had organised.

There was a barbecue, stalls and games, a skittles competition and several people, including councillors Richard Pinnock and Alvin Horsfall, who were put in the stocks and soaked by residents.

MCA secretary, Gemma Davies, said: "We raised just over £800 to go towards the park improvements project, to update the equipment at the park and open space on The Mount.

"Everyone enjoyed the barbecue, stalls and games such as skittles and stocks.

"The MCA would like to thank everyone involved in organising and all those that came to support us on the day."

Fun-filled community fete nets cash for park revamp

Waiting over as first Taste award winners revealed

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THE winners of the first Taste of Somerset Awards have been revealed.

Guests, sponsors and finalists attended a glitzy ceremony at Haselbury Mill, near Crewkerne, on Tuesday night, with celebrity chef Peter Gorton.

Nine Local World publications joined together earlier this year to launch the event to celebrate the best of Somerset food and drink – a multi-million pound industry.

The winners are:

Best Café/Tea Room: Living Pretty

In September 2011 Kate Macey started Living Pretty as part of her long established family-run business, Sandpits Heating Centre, Curry Rivel, near Langport. It all evolved from the desire to create a place where people could meet in a relaxed and friendly setting. Miss Macey's Somerset upbringing influenced her rustic country style.

Best Food Retailer: Apple Tree Farm Shop

This farm shop team at Brimsmore in Yeovil is energetically committed to bringing good, local food to the community, stocking Somerset producers, lots of which are right on its doorstep.

Best Farm Shop: Apple Tree Farm Shop (as above)

Best Pub: The Queens Arms

The Queens Arms is situated at the heart of the ancient village of Corton Denham, nestling on the Somerset and Dorset border, just north of Sherborne.

Best Start up Business: Olives 'n' Stuff

When Chris Lugg bought Olives 'N' Stuff in July 2012 it was struggling to make a profit. With his passion for food and commitment to using local producers Mr Lugg turned the business around single-handedly.

Best Restaurant: The Crown

Anton's Bistrot at The Crown in Wells, named after a local, well-known cartoonist whose work regularly featured in Punch magazine, is a popular eatery in Wells, with locals as well as visitors to the city.

Innovation: Bush Farm Catering

Bush Farm Catering was started earlier this year to offer high end catering at festivals and events. Unlike other fast food stands, Bush Farm Catering is run as part of a farm, where all the products are produced. The products are made from bison and elk venison, offering a healthy alternative being 70 per cent less fat than beef and lower in cholesterol.

Outstanding Contribution to Food and Drink: Apple Tree Farm Shop (as above)

Best Food Product: Mendip Moments

Mendip Moments is an award winning luxurious ice cream, handmade in small batches on the family dairy farm near Wells.

Best Drink Product: The Somerset Cider Brandy Company Ltd

The Somerset Cider Brandy Company brought the importance of the Somerset cider industry to the attention of the EU during the process of being granted a PGI (protected geographical indication).

Brussels granted the PGI in 2010 making the Somerset Cider Brandy Company the only legal distillers of Cider Brandy in Europe and putting the industry truly on the map.

Best Food Or Drink Business: The Somerset Cider Brandy Company Ltd (as above)

Work order for second drug offence

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A FROME man charged with his second offence of possessing cannabis has been ordered to carry out 40 hours unpaid work by the courts.

Christopher Wheeler was stopped by police while driving his car and when they spoke to him could smell a strong smell of cannabis.

They carried out a search and discovered a small amount of the class B drug hidden in his sock, and he was arrested.

Wheeler, 22, of Upper Whatcombe, pleaded guilty to being in possession of 0.9g of cannabis on July 7 when he appeared before Somerset Magistrates sitting at Yeovil.

Prosecutor Christine Hart said police were on duty when they saw the defendant and became concerned as he was driving his car at speed.

"They smelt cannabis after speaking to him and found the drug in a plastic bag in his sock and he admitted the offence during interview," said Miss hart.

She added that Wheeler had previously appeared before the court in December last year for a similar offence and been sentenced to unpaid work.

The defendant, who worked as a scaffolder, told the court that the cannabis belonged to him and he was stupid to have it on him.

He was sentenced to a 12-month community order with a requirement to carry out the unpaid work and was also ordered to pay £45 towards costs and a £60 victim surcharge.

An order was also made for the cannabis to be destroyed.

White Post Inn named Pub of the Year by Somerset Guardian readers

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Regulars and customers at the White Post Inn near Midsomer Norton are raising a glass to celebrate its success after it was named Pub of the Year by Somerset Guardian readers.

The popular watering hole and eating place was one of 11 pubs and clubs from the area put forward by readers in the competition to discover the best place to enjoy that drink.

The nomination for the White Post said: "Friendly, hardworking landlord and staff. A proper pub where ordinary people can go just for a drink and a chat in friendly atmosphere. Not many of these left now. Also do good food and always keep a good selection of beers."

Landlord Brendon Pritchard over the moon with the result.

He said: "Fantastic, brilliant and yes really good news for us. I still don't know who nominated us so that is a bit of a mystery. I had expected someone to come in and say."

Mr Pritchard has run the pub with his wife Michelle for almost nine years.

Before arriving at the White Post, Mr Pritchard was a fleet manager and his wife a mortgage adviser.

He said: "I must thank all our customers and regulars who got on board and supported the nomination."

Frome in Bloom results

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Class 1: Frome Standard trophy – best sunflower – up to 16 years old

Certificates were awarded to Jack and Erika Ayres, of Welshmill allotments, Oliver and Nathan Davies, of Bath Road, Jamie and Nico Keil, of Welshmill allotments and special award for effort, Lauren Beal.

Sophie Dales, of The Longthornes came fourth, in third place was Holly Barrett, of Welshmill allotments, in second place was Bright Stars Nursery, in Green Lane, and the winner was Hayesdown First School, in Wyville Road.

Class 2: The Greenhill Grange trophy – young gardener up to 16 years old

Bronze: Jamie Keil, of Welshmill allotments.

Silver Gilt: Vallis First School, in Milk Street.

Trophy and Silver Gilt: St John's School, in Christchurch Street East.

Class 3: Frome Standard trophy – schools and colleges

Silver: St John's School, in Christchurch Street East.

Gold: Selwood Academy, in Berkley Road.

Trophy and Gold: Farleigh Further Education College, in North Parade.

Class 4: Homelea Challenge trophy – hotel and guest houses

Trophy and Gold: The George Hotel, in Market Place.

Class 5: Licensed Victuallers Cup – pubs, cafes and restaurants

No entries.

Class 6: Frome Town Council – large businesses

Trophy and Silver: JR Harding and Sons.

Class 7: Chamber of Commerce Cup – small businesses

Silver Gilt: William Adlam Ltd, of 68a Locks Hill.

Gold: Kathverena Groomers, of Cerney Bungalow.

Trophy and Gold: Frome Garden Machinery, of Lambsgate Farm.

Class 8: Krage Cup – Hospitals, community and retirement homes

Silver: Rossetti House.

Silver Gilt: Belmont Villa, at the Blue House, Hanover Gardens.

Gold: Phoenix House and Court.

Trophy and Gold: Greenhill Grange.

Class 9: The Wright Cup – Private House frontage

Trophy and Silver Gilt: Monika and Mark Cawthra, of Spinning Mill Cottages.

Class 10: Civic Society Trophy – small front garden up to 250sq ft

Bronze: Mr P Baldwin, of Tower View, and Mr and Mrs J Morris, of Mill Close.

Silver: Janice Bryant, of May Cottage, Richard Robinson, of Whitestone Road.

Silver Gilt: Mr T Elms, of Westover, Mr C Dominey, of Westwood Drive, Mr M Meaden, of Laburnum Close, Mr and Mrs IJ Murray, of Westwood Drive.

Gold: Mr M Clements, of Stourton Close, Mrs V Norvall, of Maytree Close.

Trophy and Gold: Mr D O'Sullivan, of Westwood Drive.

Class 11: Frome Agricultural Society Trophy – large front garden over 250sq ft

Bronze: Mr A Gasson, of Lynfield Road.

Silver Gilt: Mr S Harvey, of Whitestone Road, Mrs K Carpenter, of Oakfield Close.

Trophy and Gold: Mr B Harris, of Whitestone Road.

Class 12: Philip Corp trophy – front garden for all seasons

Silver Gilt: Mr P Corp, of Cranmore View.

Trophy and Silver Gilt: Mrs C Milne, of Leys Lane

Class 13: Daisy Trophy – small hidden garden up 500sq ft

Bronze: Mrs D G Baker, of Tower View.

Silver Gilt: Mr L Blackmore, of Holly Court.

Trophy and Gold: Liz Parfitt, of Waterloo.

Class 14: Storm Trophy – large hidden garden over 500sq ft

Bronze: Mrs A and Miss C Leach, of Wyville Road.

Gold: Mrs K Lloyd, of Cork Street, Mr LM Goodship, of Hornbeam Close, Jean Harvey, of Whitestone Road, Mr A Hanney, of Stourton Close.

Trophy and Gold: Mrs J Harris, of Whitestone Road.

Class 15: Tipadel Trophy – Hanging basket display visible from the road

Silver Gilt: Mrs J Wilson, of Collett Way, Wayne Kelly, of Wyville Road.

Gold: Mr A Reay, of Beaconsfield Way.

Trophy and Gold: Diane Ashton, of Laburnum Close.

Class 16: Selwood Rose Bowl – shop window display

Silver: Lark Vintage, of Paul Street, Millie Moon, of Catherine Hill.

Silver Gilt: Vanessa Moore, of Catherine Hill.

Trophy and Silver Gilt: Dorothy House Clothes, of Market Place.

Class 17: The Jones Trophy – A whole garden including vegetables

Gold: Carol and Geoff Kingham, of Marston Lane.

Trophy and Gold: Mr T Joyce, of Rossiters Road.

Class 18: Joan and Sid Skate Trophy – best allotment and the Bennett Trophy for the second best allotment

Silver: Mrs K Spillard, Mr I Moore, Ms K Butchart, Vallis and St Louis School, Ms P Dawson, Mr A Catchpoll, Mrs Jo Barrett, Mrs R Tuggey and Mr A Bradley, John and Sandra Payne.

Silver Gilt: Mr J Sims, Mrs P Secker, John and Mary Darville, Mrs C Snell, Mr A Marchant, Mrs P Lucas, Mr S Brooks, Mrs S Cross-Bourton, Mr T Evans, Mr S Neal and Mr R Ashford, Mr M Darville, Mr C Baker, Geraldine Gasson, Angie McBowell.

Gold: Mrs L Duddridge, Ms A Duddridge, Mr D Turner, Mr R Robinson, Mr A Wood, Mr N Cameron, Mr R Philips, Mr A Weeks, Mrs A Pugh-Jones.

The Bennett Trophy and Gold: Mrs D Hayward.

Joan and Sid Skate Trophy and Gold: Mr A Wilson.

Class 19: The Boyle Trophy – Floral Achievement by disabled person

Floral Achievement: Mrs Elizabeth Cooke, Mrs Irene Robinson, Miss Hazel Elders, Mrs Nancy Norris, Mrs Nesta Reeves.

Bronze: Mr K Hughes, of The Butts.

Trophy and Gold: Alan Beal, of Nunney Road.

Class 20: Barry Cruse Trophy – A natural or wildlife garden

Bronze: Ms Keil and Mr P Tuggey, of Weylands.

Silver Gilt: C Jones, of Tower View.

Trophy and Gold: Dave and Prue Moon, of Catherston Close.

Class 21: The Carver Cup for winners of last year's classes 2, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 13, 15 and 16

Silver: Mr P Corp, of Cranmore View.

Silver Gilt: Veronica O'Donoghue, of Trinity Row, Frome Park Bowls Club, Mrs P Doel, of Whitehorse Drive.

Gold: Rick Anderson, of Welshmill, Mrs R Ware, of Westwood Drive, Dave and Prue Moon, of Catherstone Close.

Trophy and Gold: Mrs M Hanney, of Stourton Close.

Class 22: Stewart Marshall Trophy – previous non-winner

Trophy: Mr C Jones, of Tower View.

Class 23: Mayor's Cup – best business area

Trophy: Westway Precinct.

Class 24: President's trophy – outstanding community effort

Trophy: The Mount Community Association garden.

Class 25: Rossetti House trophy – community garden

Trophy: Welshmill allotments.

Frome in Bloom results


Breakdown causing rush hour traffic problems

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The A39 between Wells and Glastonbury is partially blocked due to broken down vehicle near Long Drove. It was reported to the police at 5.10pm and there has been reports of slow moving traffic as a reuslt.

Breakdown causing rush hour traffic problems

Air raid siren to take visitors back in time

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The air raid siren will be sounded over Midsomer Norton again this weekend as supporters of the town's railway station take a step back in time to the war years.

Railways at War is the theme for a 1940s weekend. As well as the air raid warning going out every hour during the event, there will be vintage road vehicles, and spam in the tearoom.

The pill box museum, reputed to be the smallest museum in the country, will also be open throughout the weekend.

The event runs between 10.30am and 4.30pm on both Saturday and Sunday. Visitors on Sunday will be able to get in the mood with the help of 40s music and take a trip on a vintage bus.

A donation is being made to Help for Heroes from ticket sales.

Bridge tea party raises funds for hall renovation

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A bridge tea party, held at Chew Stoke Church Hall, has raised £761 towards the renovation of the building.

The event was the latest fundraiser to help organisers inch towards their £100,000 target.

Presenting the prizes was the Rev Victor Barley, who said: "The caring and support from this lovely annual event, is a win-win situation – you enjoy the event and we raise money."

The hall committee has just had a donation from the parish council of £35,000 from a planning agreement with builder Charles Church over its Radford development.

The plans for the renovated hall include a new storeroom, toilets, and a refreshment bar. It also includes refurbishment of the kitchen.

There are several more fundraising events planned for the future, before work gets started.They are hoping to begin work on the hall in late October or early November.

Bridge tea party raises funds for hall renovation

Light but wet Night at the Abbey 2013

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THE fourth year of lighting up Glastonbury Abbey was a little wet with last night's rain but it didn't dampen enthusiasm to see the historic building softly lit in a rare display of colour. James Stone, the abbey's event co-ordinator, said of Night at the Abbey: "It's a fantastic way to round off a wonderful summer. This is the fourth time we have held this event and it's always a popular one. "It has always been great to see so many different faces from local community coming into the abbey and we hope that this year's event will be the same. "The abbey ruins are beautiful bathed in sunshine but when they are lit up purple, gold, orange and green it really adds a different perspective." The venue hosted acts like Circulus, Wonderlust, Minor Works Unit, Nick Parker, Steve Henderson, Hilary Davies, John Dalton, Sam Wellbourne, Hildegard Ensemble, Children's World, The Bards of Glastonbury and Langport Mummers.

Light but wet Night at the Abbey 2013

Wedding of Rosie Lenihan and Tyson Daly

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Mulberry factory workers Rosie Nicola Lenihan and Tyson Daly have married at Holy Trinity Church, Paulton.

Rosie is the daughter of Wayne and Kim Lenihan, Ham Farm, Paulton, and Tyson the son of Alex and Julie Daly, of Chilcompton.

The bride wore an ivory dress by Ronald Joyce and carried ivory roses with diamante pins.

She was attended by her sister Shanie Lenihan who was chief bridesmaid. Carrera Daly (groom's sister), Lucy Dix (bride's cousin), Sophie Hillman, Gemma Whittock and Natasha Brimble (friends) were all bridesmaids. The flower girl was Ruby Dowling and the couple's three-month-old daughter Poppy was carried up the aisle.

The best man was Nathan Filer and the bridegroom's brothers, Jamie and Billie Daly, and nephews, Kyle and Jayden Daly were ushers.

A reception was held in a marquee at Ham Farm and the couple honeymooned in Turkey.

Wedding of Rosie  Lenihan and Tyson Daly

Wedding of Kate Gingell and Rowan Long

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Norton Hill school friends Jennifer Kate Gingell and Rowan Noel David Long have married at the Tythe Barn, Priston Mill.

Jennifer, a teacher, is the daughter of David Gingell, of Timsbury and Denise Rossiter, of Downend, in Bristol. Teaching assistant Rowan is the son of Graham Long, of Charlton, and Alexandra Farnham-Finch, of Tunley.

The bride wore an ivory satin dress with lace detail at the top and carried pink wild flowers with foliage.

She was attended by her sisters, Jess Gingell and Georgia Rossiter, and the bridegroom's sisters, India Long and Octavia Long. Her friends Rose Mooney, Jade Aldersley and Mel Mower were also in attendance.

The best man was Sam Mazillius and the ushers were Dan Alton and Matt Baggley.

A reception was held at the Tythe Barn and the couple honeymooned in California.

Wedding of Kate Gingell and Rowan Long

£5,000 grant to fund cafe

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MENDIP YMCA has been awarded £5,000 towards the running costs of the Routes Youth Cafe in Palmer Street, Frome.

The YMCA was one of 18 Somerset youth clubs to have received a share of £49,000 in grants from Somerset County Council.

The other two in Mendip were Evercreech Youth Club and Elim Connect Youth Club in Wells.

Teenage members of the Somerset Youth Parliament Advisory Group were asked by the Council to allocate the fund and spent two days of their school holidays making their decision.

Councillor Frances Nicholson, cabinet member for Children and Young People, said: "The Somerset Youth Parliament Advisory Group members are very impressive and public spirited young men and women.

"They are exactly the right people to be thinking through Somerset young people's needs and deciding on the allocation of this money among the voluntary youth clubs."

Jake Pitt, member of the Youth Parliament for Mendip, said: "I was really pleased that we awarded nearly £10,000 to three youth clubs in Mendip to help maintain much needed youth provision for young people in these communities and the group was pleased to support Mendip YMCA."


Capture a winning carnival picture

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FROME Carnival is running a photography competition with cash prizes.

The images can be anything to do with carnival on the day and range from a shot of the spectators, to a float or masquerader in the procession.

The two categories are for 15-year-olds and under and 16-year-olds and older.

The judges want digital copies of jpeg images to be emailed to fromecarnivalphotography competition@hotmail.com or sent to Rebecca Milner, 55 Adderwell Road, Frome BA11 1NJ.

Bring a little Storm into your life

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Can you offer a home to Storm, a smart, four-year-old cat looking for a place to call her own? Storm has been with the Happy Landings Animal Shelter at Pylle for some time, and staff there are keen to help her find a new home. "She has got a little stuck with us," said Lyn Southwood, from the shelter. "She is coping, but only just, and is more than ready to go to her new home." Storm is described as an affectionate girl who enjoyed attention and a little fussing. "She has developed hugely in confidence, learnt how to climb, how to play and how to mouse - spiders mostly. She really has learnt how to be a normal, active cat. "She is a very clever girl, loves having to solve feeding challenges to find her biscuits, quickly learns basic commands like 'sit' and 'up'." Storm is not always the most confident cat in new situations and may initially need a little encouragement and support to help her. She needs a home with adult owners who enjoy feline company and are happy to help her maintain her confidence. If you can offer Storm a home, please contact Happy Landings on 01749 860350. You can also see more of the animals looking for homes at their website.

Bring a little Storm into your life

Wells model on her role in James Hunt biopic

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IF you go to the cinema this week you might just catch a glimpse of a well-known Wells woman making her silver screen debut. Model Olivia Inge has a small part in the biopic Rush, the story of Formula 1 driver James Hunt and his rivalry with Niki Lauda. Olivia plays one of notorious womaniser Hunt's ex-girlfriends. Unfortunately the part where Olivia had a line was cut – but you can still see her in two other scenes. Describing life on set Olivia said: "It was really cool – they even gave me my own caravan! My line was saying to James Hunt 'That's not all you're good at' at an awards ceremony. Trying to stir up trouble with him and his new girlfriend." During filming Olivia got to work with film-making legend Ron Howard, who was the director. She said: "He's brilliant. He's got a wonderful cheeky sense of humour. "I was taking a picture on set and he came up to me and said 'I'm the only one who can post pictures on Twitter. I was like 'Oh, I'm so sorry' and he just said he was kidding. He had a twinkle in his eye." The film tells the story of the famous rivalry between James Hunt, played by Chris Hemsworth, and Niki Lauda, Daniel Brühl. The pair were polar opposites – English playboy Hunt and methodical Austrian Lauda. Both pushed themselves to extremes in a bid to be Formula 1 world champion. Olivia said: "I knew very little about Formula 1 before but I have such respect for them now. "It's such a good film, I was in bits. It really shows people doing what they are passionate about." This is Olivia's first film and she is open to doing more – providing she gets the call from her agent. "I just had a call saying they were looking for a 70s girl. So I put on fake eyelashes and ruffled up my hair and got the part." Any acting parts will have to fit in with her studies though as next week Olivia is starting a degree in Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture which will last three years.

Wells model on her role in James Hunt biopic

Link in chain of Wells' history

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We in Wells love our history. And why shouldn't we? The city we live in is packed full of ancient buildings – each with its unique story to tell. With so much that is around us having suffered wear and tear it is not an unusual sight to see scaffolding up the side of an old building, while dedicated people work to keep it in good condition for future generations. Not all acts of careful restoration are on such a large scale. The Wells Journal of September 28, 2006, carried the following example: Loving care from a goldsmith and jeweller has restored the Wells mayoral chain to its former glory. Almost 150 years of use had taken their toll on the chain, and the pendant was being held together with Blu-Tack, glue, sticky tape and safety pins. It had been so long since it was cleaned and restored that city officials cannot recall the last time it received proper attention. Erica Sharpe, from Wedmore, spent 40 hours restoring and cleaning it during August – the month with fewest public engagements for the mayor, Councillor Simon Davies. Over the past year the chain has been used for 250 engagements. The chain, which dates back to 1862, was restored, polished and replated with gold. The solid gold pendant, dated 1902, had broken pieces removed and remade and two missing crosses added in nine carat gold. The links were also renewed. "It was a bit of a mess really – the pendant was held together with the contents of a stationery cupboard," said Erica, who had a jewellery shop in Wells for more than 10 years before moving her business to the Borough Mall in Wedmore last year. Lizzie Webb, the town clerk's assistant, said: "The time had come when the chain needed some tender loving care." Mr Davies is delighted with the results: "What a fantastic job – the chain looks really good now. It was very dull before with bits missing and you couldn't see the detail." He added: "I feel more the part now; it really looks more like a mayoral chain than it did before."

Link in chain of Wells' history

Glimpses of Pensford exhibition nets £1,800

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People who went to the Glimpses of Pensford exhibition at All Saints Church in Publow, admired flower displays, enjoyed the crafts on display, and finished by having a cream tea.

Organisers were also pleased with the £1,800 raised for church funds.

There were nine displays, arranged by members of the congregation depicting activities and organisations in the Pensford and Publow area, including mining, horse riding and farming, pubs, the the village shop, Mothers' Union, WI, church market and Pensford Primary School.

Brenda Stone, a founder member of Chew Valley Flower Decoration Society, who masterminded the event, said: "The exhibition was created by the church's flower ladies, who had never done flower interpretation work before. They had a couple of practices and this is the end result, which proves that they have more talent than they thought."

Glimpses of Pensford exhibition nets £1,800

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