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Tweets of the Week!

November 24, 2013, 12:15 am
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What has everyone been tweeting about this week? Well, you can always rely on at least one person asking if the gorge is made out of cheese...The ever-brilliant Somerset Problems have been retweeting the best ones...and pictures have been posted of our lovely countryside. Luckily, instead of you scrolling all the way through Twitter, we have put them all together in this one Tweet of the Week page! Enjoy!

Tweets of the Week!

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Mystery pic - do you remember the story?

November 24, 2013, 3:45 am
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WE have found this interesting picture from August 13, 1988. The caption reads: From left, Sally Kennedy, Carolyn House and Sue Escott, organisers of a protest rally in Shepton Mallet, with their statement about child sex offenders. Unfortunately, our archives are missing from that time. Do you remember what this story was about?

Mystery pic - do you remember the story?

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Book launch benefits Somerset Levels Riding for the Disabled Carriage Driving Group cause

November 24, 2013, 3:45 am
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BREAKING with conventional fundraising methods, Somerset Levels Riding for the Disabled Carriage Driving Group (SLRDA) has published an illustrated memoir by disabled clients and volunteers.

Reflections from the Somerset Levels was launched on November 8, in Wells Cathedral School's Music School under the aegis of the school's foundation.

Paul Nicholls, Somerset trainer of more than 2,200 National Hunt winners including Kauto Star, said: "This is a wonderful book, a tribute to those who extend the joys of carriage riding to those in great need. I commend the book to you and ask you to buy a copy and support a wonderful cause."

The illustrations in the book were created by Stephen Harte, an architect who has forged a successful second career as a water-colourist. He is the driving force who, with SLRDA founders, Martin and Philippa Willey, is behind publication of the book in a limited edition to raise funds.

"SLRDA is in the same difficult position as so many small local charities competing for funds," said Philippa. "We have to do something radical if we are to raise our profile, get across the value of what we do and raise the £13,000 we need each year for running costs.

"Some are victims of accidents that have severed their spinal cord; others suffer from genetic or progressive, degenerative conditions. Others, again, are psychologically damaged or have learning difficulties."

As well as stories and descriptions, the book is full of tributes to the volunteers – five of whom are needed for each drive – and illustrated with scenes, sequences and details of the horses, drivers, carriages and their enthusiastic passengers.

To buy the book, priced £10 plus £3 p&p go to the SLRDA website www.somersetlevelsrda.org/ or try shops in Wells.

For more details, phone Philippa Willey on 01749 673097 e-mail philippawilley@aol.com.

Book launch benefits Somerset Levels Riding for the Disabled Carriage Driving Group cause

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Welton Rovers edge to Toolstation League victory after feisty match at Cribbs

November 24, 2013, 8:30 am
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MATCH REPORT: Cribbs 0, Welton Rovers 1 Welton Rovers came away with all three points after a fesity game at third-placed Cribbs which saw two penalties and two sendings off. The first effort of the game saw Welton midfielder Tom Smith's shot from 20 yards gathered by Cribbs keeper Matt Turner. At the other end, former Welton striker Andy Forward had a close-range effort saved by Andy King. This was followed by a terrific shot from distance by Anthony Conradi that stung Turner's hands as he saved. The game eventually settled down but there was strong play from both sides, with tackles flying in and referee Bishop kept busy. King made another fine save to deny Forward for a second time and, at the other end, Paul Banks found Conradi with a perfect through ball but his first-time effort was well saved by the Cribbs keeper. Just before half-time, more good play from Conradi saw him turn his marker but he fired his shot over the Cribbs bar. Welton took the lead virtually straight from the kick-off after the interval when Banks was found on the edge of the Cribbs box and he turned and delightfully chipped the ball into the top corner of the net. Rovers continued to press and a fine attacking run by Dan Cottle saw him shrug off two challenges before finding Conradi with a quality pass but the striker's effort was eventually cleared by the Cribbs defence. In the 60th minute, pressure from the home side saw Byron Lismore bring down Dave Gilroy in the box and referee Bishop had no hesitation in awarding a penalty. Matt Davis blasted his effort goalwards but King made an outstanding save to tip the ball over the bar. Five minutes later, Welton were reduced to ten men when Conradi was shown a straight red card following a crunching tackle. Cribbs were piling on the pressure but Welton were resolute in defence and their cause was helped when the hosts were reduced to ten men when Davis received a second yellow card for a hard tackle on Ricky Chandler. The drama was not over yet as Cribbs were always in danger of being caught by a Welton breakout and this duly happened with two minutes remaining. Banks was found in space and roared into the area, only to be brought down by the Cribbs keeper for a penalty. However, Banks chipped his effort high over the Cribbs bar. The home side continued to press for the equaliser but Welton held firm and came away with three valuable points.

Welton Rovers edge to Toolstation League victory after feisty match at Cribbs

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Table-topping Wells made to work hard for victory at Wimborne

November 24, 2013, 8:50 am
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MATCH REPORT: Wimborne 1st XV 15, Wells 1st XV 18 Wells made it eight league wins out of eight when they narrowly beat a competitive Wimborne side at Leigh Park on Saturday. It was a close-run thing, though, as George Froud's try in the 80th minute, after latching onto an Aaron Cook chip, put Wells into a one-point lead. Cook converted and the travelling supporters thought victory was secured. The referee decided otherwise, however, and play continued for nearly ten more minutes, during which time the home team hammered away at the Wells line. How the Wells defenders held out against a tremendous assault only they will know but they kept Wimborne out to go seven points clear at the top of Southern Counties South. From a Wells point of view, the game started well. A well-worked move from the base of a scrum involving Rob Wiseman, Jake Knight and Aaron Cook saw Steffan Davies squeeze over in the corner after 11 minutes. Unfortunately, the scorer had to leave the field 20 minutes later after suffering a knock to the head stopping a Wimborne attack. Froud came on to replace him. Wimborne got their first points from the boot of their excellent full-back, James Mikolajewski, who stroked over a penalty midway through the first half. Aaron Cook kicked a penalty for Wells after half an hour but Tom Brown's try for Wimborne and another successful kick from Mikolajewski put the home side ahead 10-8 at the break. Wimborne came out of the blocks quickly at the start of the second period and their efforts were rewarded with a try from Will Tarbard after just three minutes. The match became hard and attritional. The forward battle was intense, with rucks and mauls fiercely contested, tackles from both teams uncompromising and stoppages for knocks and bumps coming at regular intervals. Behind the scrum, defences ruled, with both teams desperate for the win - players were often knocked back in the tackle. Players from both teams had to leave the field for treatment and all the replacements had plenty of game time. It may not have been a game for the rugby purist, but the battle held the large crowd enthralled. James Cox kicked a penalty for Wells with ten minutes remaining but it seemed that a losing bonus point was all Wells would get out this match. However, the 80th-minute try turned things around before the long wait for the final whistle. A lot of tired rugby players breathed a sigh of relief, none more so than the Wells team, who although at times second best, showed a belief in themselves and the determination to hold onto their unbeaten record. On Saturday, Wells face another top-of-the-table clash when they entertain Sherborne, who now lie in second place. The 2nd XV travel to Weston-super-Mare to face Hornets. Both matches kick off at 2.30pm.

Table-topping Wells made to work hard for victory at Wimborne

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Eskimo Court fire in Street

November 24, 2013, 9:17 am
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A MILK pan on fire saw three fire engines from Glastonbury, Wells and Bridgwater attend Eskimo Court in Street this afternoon. The first floor kitchen was in need of a good ventilating after the fire was put out using a hose, a safety jet, breathing masks and thermal imaging camera to make sure it was extinguished at 4.10pm. Crews also checked surrounding properties. The cause of the fire was accidental.

Eskimo Court fire in Street

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Abandoned Glastonbury petrol station sparks suicide rumour

November 24, 2013, 12:03 pm
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A RUMOUR that a staff member of Esso petrol station in Glastonbury killed themselves overnight has been debunked by Avon & Somerset Police. Police became concerned when the all-hours petrol station on Wirrall Park was fully lit but seemingly abandoned with no staff onsite at 1am this morning. The station took on the appearance of a crime scene - possibly sparking the speculation that someone had taken their own life - when police tape went up to cordon off stock left on the forecourt for safekeeping. Street's beat manager PC Kevin Stoodley said: "The garage was closed up, but staff forgot to bring the property in from outside. "Police crews spotted this, and taped up forecourt off to protect the goods, until a key holder could be contacted to take it back inside." Avon & Somerset Police's force incident manager corroborated this, saying: "Officers went to see and all the lights were up and no staff on site. But there was nothing untoward going on. "Police tape went up to make the place secure."

Abandoned Glastonbury petrol station sparks suicide rumour

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Jenson Button ends tough season on a high with fourth place at Brazilian Grand Prix

November 24, 2013, 12:12 pm
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He could not quite get the podium finish he was hoping for but Jenson Button came from 14th on the grid to finish fourth at the Brazilian Grand Prix. Although McLaren finished the season without a top-three finish for the first time since 1980, Button was delighted to end the year on a high with his, and the team's, best result of 2013. The Frome Flyer then immediately vowed that they would come back stronger next season. "This is a great way to end the year, and now our focus turns squarely to 2014," he said. "McLaren is an incredibly strong and powerful organisation – and, believe me, we will fight back. "For Checo [outgoing team-mate Sergio Perez], myself and the whole Vodafone McLaren Mercedes team, today was an incredible day. "I'm pleased to have finished fourth - it's almost the podium position that I came here aiming for. We really needed today's result. "The 2013 season hasn't been an easy one – it's been tough for all of us at the circuits, but it's probably been even tougher for the guys back at the factory, working flat-out to make parts. "They're a really amazing bunch of totally passionate and utterly dedicated people, and they richly deserve the 'lift' that today's result will have given them. "I also want to say a big thank you to Vodafone. Vodafone has been an absolutely incredible title partner and we've also had a lot of fun together – both on and off the track. Some of the videos they made with us have been truly brilliant." World champion Sebastian Vettel ended the season with a record ninth conssecutive victory to finish with 397 points - more than 150 clear of nearest rival Fernando Alonso. Button finished ninth with 73 points, with McLaren fifth in the constructors' championship.

Jenson Button ends tough season on a high with fourth place at Brazilian Grand Prix

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Cheddar food bank to open

November 25, 2013, 10:00 pm
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THE new food bank in Cheddar is opening on December 2. Cheddar Valley Plus Food Bank will be at the Baptist Church, Cheddar on this date and thereafter weekly on Monday mornings 9.30am to noon. The service will run alongside the Citizen Advice Bureau drop in sessions who are one of the agencies for the food bank and able to issue vouchers to those identified in crisis. Food bank committee member, Sue Albone said: "This week has been extremely busy for us. "We have held a vital training session for Agencies including the Cheddar Childrens' Centre and CAB, Reverend Sue Rose from Cheddar and Reverend Tim Hawkings from Axbridge." Those who attended the evening training session on November 21 were given specific volunteering training enabling them to staff the distribution centre. Mrs Albone added: "Alongside training we have also moved all the food donated from Harvest giving, Axbridge collection point, schools and The Lynch Chapel, Winscombe collections into our new temporary storage warehouse at Unit 7 Valley Line Industrial Park, Wedmore Road, Cheddar. "From this weekend the storage facility will now be open on Saturday mornings from 9.30am to noon to accept any donations of food and related products." To contact the food bank call 07922 309369 or 07922 308154 or email Info@cheddarvalley.foodbank.co.uk.

Cheddar food bank to open

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Masked men approach Wells schoolgirl

November 25, 2013, 10:30 pm
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A WELLS schoolgirl was left terrified after being approached by two masked men – but it turned out to be just a prank. Two men wearing white masks drove up to the girl near Wells Cathedral School and asked her where they she going. She was so frightened by what she saw she immediately fled into one of the school's boarding houses, where she alerted staff. The men, both in their early 20s, had apparently only meant to play a practical joke and once they realised that the girl had not seen the funny side went back to the school to apologise. However, by then the police had already been called. They have since been arrested but not yet charged with anything. Sergeant John Muers, from Wells Police Station, said: "After thinking about what they'd done they realised they'd gone a bit over the top. They have said sorry for what they did – they were just fooling about." However, the fun and games did not end with the incident at the school. The two men later went to Wells YMCA where, still wearing their masks, they banged on the windows asking to see a certain person. Witnesses said that they made gestures that indicated that they would beat up the person if they came out. The police have not yet decided what further action to take.

Masked men approach Wells schoolgirl

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Shepton Mallet Rainbows meet vets and firefighters

November 26, 2013, 12:45 am
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SHEPTON Mallet Rainbows have visited the town's veterinary surgery and fire station to learn about community helpers. The 1st Shepton Mallet Rainbows went to Shepton Mallet Vets where they got to explore the practice and learn all about how they treat and care for the animals. They took part in a range of activities from having their hands bandaged like an animal's paw to dressing up in the surgical gowns. The second visit was to Shepton Mallet Fire Station. The Rainbows learnt about fire safety, had a station tour and took part in a water competition. They also received reflective wristbands which they all really liked. Rainbow leader Emma said: "We would like to say a massive thank you to vet Greg and nurse Emma from Shepton Vets, and Neil and the team from Shepton Fire Station. The Rainbows really enjoyed both visits."

Shepton Mallet Rainbows meet vets and firefighters

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Hard-fought victory for Mid-Somerset men against Yeovil & Sherborne

November 26, 2013, 12:59 am
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MATCH REPORT: Mid-Somerset 1st XI 1, Yeovil & Sherborne 0 Mid-Somerset men's 1st XI produced a fantastic performance to earn a hard-fought victory against second-placed Yeovil & Sherborne. The home team responded brilliantly after two difficult defeats the previous week to produce their best performance of the season. Throwing caution to the wind, Mids set up in an attacking formation, playing three strikers and pressuring the Yeovil defence right from the off. The away team, flying high in the league, had clearly not expected such pressure and quickly began to make mistakes, giving Mids control over the game. However, the home side were unable to convert possession into chances, despite camping outside the Yeovil D for much of the first period. Even though they grew into the game, Yeovil never had a hold on the ball and were limited to rare attacking chances on the break which were ably defended by Mids, in particular Dan Durston and Tom Grove, who were joint winners of the man of the match award. The break could not come early enough for Yeovil and they looked more confident and willing to attack after half-time. However, the home side used this to their advantage and, after soaking up periods of pressure, they attacked quickly on the break. Ben Rogers finally put Mids ahead halfway through the second period with an excellent reverse stick shot from what looked like an impossible angle. The home team then solidified their defence in order to close the game out and even the late sending off of two of Mids' midfielders could not provide Yeovil with the required opening.

Hard-fought victory for Mid-Somerset men against Yeovil & Sherborne

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HOCKEY: Winscombe Ladies 2nd XI defeated by Shepton Mallet

November 26, 2013, 12:59 am
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MATCH REPORT: Winscombe Ladies 2nd XI 0, Shepton Mallet 1st XI 6 Winscombe 2nd XI were expecting a tough test against Shepton Mallet's strong first team but were not quite prepared for how quickly the visitors would get into their stride. Within five minutes, two soft goals had been conceded and it was clear Winscombe would have a fight on their hands. Lianna Burt crossed for Freya Legg to score the first before Holly Simpson netted the second. With a slightly different formation in Winscombe's back-line, the adjustment was difficult but Jo Horwood commanded the play, with Lucy James, Niamh Hyden and Annabell James responding well to her calls. Winscombe had a two-on-two chance in attack but Shepton's Kathryn Hunter slid out well to steal the ball. Simpson earned a penalty flick and Winscombe keeper could not quite keep out Liz McConnell's effort, and the home side's heads dropped as Legg and Burt – from a short corner – added further goals. Winscombe were a changed side after the half-time team-talk, with the team filled with renewed confidence and conviction. With Chantelle Miell and Amy Knapman working hard in midfield and surging runs from Trudie Lynham and Hannah Quantick, the hosts looked capable of reducing the deficit. Centre-forward Becky Mathews created space in the attacking D and was unlucky not to get on the scoresheet. Lucy James and Jo Horwood cleared the defensive lines well, while Lynham and Hannah Hussey worked hard down the right, but they could not prevent Shepton adding one more goal as Simpson and Legg combined to set up Burt to complete her hat-trick. Winscombe's John Hodge Solicitors player of the match: Lucy James. Burt picked up the player of the match award for Shepton.Goalkeeper needed at Winscombe Winscombe Ladies Hockey Club is looking for a goalkeeper, with full kit and specialist coaching provided. The club would be interested to hear from a keeper without a club, someone wanting to return to hockey or anyone who wants to learn something new and give goalkeeping a try. For more information, visit www.pitchero.com/clubs/winscombeladieshockeyclub or email izzards@btinternet.com.

HOCKEY: Winscombe Ladies 2nd XI defeated by Shepton Mallet

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Overturned car in Easton

November 26, 2013, 1:00 am
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AN Easton resident had a surprise on Saturday when she heard a bang and looked out of her kitchen window and saw a car in the lane outside her house on it's side. The witness said had car clipped a boulder on the verge and this was enough to tip it on its side. The driver and passenger in the car were unhurt but an ambulance and the police attended the scene to check that everyone was uninjured. The witness praised the speed of response and the calm and professional way in which all the emergency services responded to the accident.

Overturned car in Easton

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HOCKEY: Shepton Mallet extend lead at the top with victory over East Devon

November 26, 2013, 1:00 am
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MATCH REPORT: Shepton Mallet 1st XI 6, East Devon 1st XI 2 Shepton Mallet continued their domination of the Davis Wood League Conference South with an emphatic victory over Exeter-based East Devon. Mallet pressed high up the pitch from the start and their efforts were rewarded early on when James Fry found an unmarked Simon Lord for a close-range tap-in. East Devon then showed more determination and started to generate a few attacks but the home defence were equal to the task, with shots being forced wide and keeper Tom Ward doing little more than closing down angles. However, the one clear shot that the visitors had in the first half was made to count when a crash ball into the D was deflected in at close range. Shepton had the last word of the half, though, when Simon Hutchinson superbly scored from a short corner. The hosts pressed for more goals after the break and Lord calmly slotted home a penalty flick which was won by Hutchinson. Shepton continued to dominate possession and the next goal arrived when right-back Mike Reina found the space to drive to into the Devon half and find an unmarked Hutchinson, who smashed the ball home. As Shepton pressed, however, their defence became exposed at times and East Devon won a handful of short corners, one of which was deflected into the goal. Shepton regained control as Jamie Phillips, Will Shean and Phil White in the middle started to find more space and the latter set up the fifth goal as Lord wrapped up his hat-trick with a thunderous strike. Phillips joined in the drubbing when he picked up a loose ball and smashed the ball through the visiting keeper. Phillips Tyres man of the match: Simon Hutchinson. Shepton now have a five-point cushion at the top of the table ahead of a trip to University of Exeter D on Saturday.

HOCKEY: Shepton Mallet extend lead at the top with victory over East Devon

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Mid-Somerset Ladies stay top of Brunel Division 1 with victory at Hanham

November 26, 2013, 1:00 am
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MATCH REPORT: Hanham 1st XI 0, Mid-Somerset Ladies 1st XI 3 Mid-Somerset Ladies 1st XI saw off bottom-of-the-table Hanham to remain at the summit of Brunel Division 1. Mids started in lethargic fashion and play went in fits and starts early on, with the visitors only showing brief flashes of the excellent hockey they had played the week before. Despite clearly outclassing their opposition, at half-time they had only one goal to show for it, with Ali Trippick providing a strong finish after some well-worked approach play. After a half-time talking-to, Mids started with vigour after the break, spending almost the entire time in Hanham's half of the pitch as they searched for more goals. Often the last touch or last pass was not quite there but the pressure started to tell and Hanham pulled more and more players back to help defend. The pressure finally told when Kirsten Vowles rattled home a second goal. Her powerful shot into the bottom left corner was the result of some excellent approach play from Trippick, Donna Phillips and Nicole French. Mids survived a couple of scares and only a fantastic save from the fearless Elainna Teare and a goalline stop from Hannah Finney kept Hanham out, while the hosts also had a penalty corner cleared off the line by stand-in defender Mel Maskell. The visitors regained control for the final ten minutes but were repeatedly denied by a combination of poor execution and umpiring decisions. Finally, a penalty corner saw Martha Hodgson latch onto a rebound following a strong shot by Finney and smash it past the keeper. Player of the match: Ellie Massey.

Mid-Somerset Ladies stay top of Brunel Division 1 with victory at Hanham

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Evercreech Ladies beat Frome Town Ladies Reserves to reach Somerset Women's Junior Cup quarter-finals

November 26, 2013, 2:02 am
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MATCH REPORT: Evercreech Ladies 2, Frome Town Ladies Reserves 1 Evercreech Ladies made the most of being reinstated into the Somerset Women's Junior Cup as they defeated Frome Town Ladies Reserves to reach the quarter-finals. First-round opponents Bridgwater were thrown out of the competition for fielding two ineligible players in last month's tie, sending Evercreech through to play Somerset County League Division 1 side Frome. The visitors made a lively start, catching Evercreech napping in the first five minutes to score from a corner. However, this was one of only two Frome shots on target in a scrappy first half. After the break, Evercreech settled into their familiar passing game. The midfield of Mel Weeks, Carla Lovell, Chloe Noble, Olivia Noble, Mikayla Lockey and Keeley Hooper continue to increase in confidence as their skill improves. They combined well with striker Alison Weeks on her Evercreech debut to create plenty of chances. A strong move down the left was finished with a sound strike through a sea of players by Keeley to level the scores. Frome upped the pressure on the Evercreech defence but Emma Barnard, Lucy Banwell, Kate Difford and Charlotte Ayles gave everything to keep them out, while keeper Lesley Rowan had plenty of practice at handling corners. Evercreech kept up the pressure through well-weighted passes, good communication, robust defending and determination, which paid off two minutes from time when Lovell thundered a free-kick into the net from 30 yards. Banwell and Difford shared the player of the match award.

Evercreech Ladies beat Frome Town Ladies Reserves to reach Somerset Women's Junior Cup quarter-finals

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Support for topless gravedigger Ray Loxton after job loss

November 26, 2013, 3:34 am
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SHEPTON Mallet gravedigger Ray Loxton has been inundated with messages of support following our story about his loss of work. Mr Loxton, 59, has been digging graves in the Shepton Mallet area for 40 years. Trotman Funeral Directors, of Cranmore, had regularly used his services until a few weeks ago. Mr Loxton fears that a picture of him at work in July with his shirt off, published in this paper, may have been a factor in Trotman's decision to use someone else. Trotman's said they made the commercial decision following a review of the business. Since our story was published online and in print last week, comments of support for Mr Loxton have been flooding in. Sarah Cockle said: "Ray loves his job, it's not nicest of things to do but he takes pride in his work and has nothing out respect for the family if the deceased and the actual deceased. "His job really needs to be reinstated." Alison Pople said: "Ray is unique, a true Somerset man, and gravedigging is hard work." Nick Ham simply described Mr Loxton as a "local legend" and Barry Davie said: "Mr Loxton has done a very important job for many years and should continue doing so."

Support for topless gravedigger Ray Loxton after job loss

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Cheddar Valley: Turnip Prize 2013 finalists

November 26, 2013, 3:45 am
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PRELIMINARY judging of this year's Turnip Prize took place in Wedmore at the weekend. Everyone on the British art scene has heard of highly sort after accolade the Turner Prize, an award given for visual artwork organised by the Tate Gallery, however how many have heard of the Somerset equivalent, the Turnip Prize. Unlike the Turner Prize, the Turnip Prize puts the focus on crap art – the less effort involved the better, any entries involving too much effort, or any effort at all, are unlikely to make. This year's finalists are as follows: Brooks Hair Hacked by Hugh Grant, Flower Power by Tony Edmunds, Play on Words by Percy Long-Prong, Slightly Open by Chris McKinley, Smarty Pants by Guido Babbato and The Hob-bit by Cobbsy. This is the fifteenth year of the Turnip Prize and the eighth year the event has been held at the New Inn. Judging the entries were event organiser Trevor Prideaux, Jackie Redman a previous winner and last year's winner Sarah Quick. Trevor said: "This year we had lots of entries that could have made the final, plenty showed a complete lack of effort combined with a funny title, which is exactly what we are looking for. "It's important for entrants not to put effort into their pieces of art – an entry that obviously has taken a lot of effort will probably not make the final." Entries are judged on how little effort has been used, how funny the title is, has the idea been done before and how un-publishable is the entry as well as a variety of other factors. The final presentation announcing this year's winner will be made at 6.30pm on Monday, December 2 at The New Inn, Wedmore.

Cheddar Valley: Turnip Prize 2013 finalists

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Family raise funds for Children's Hospice South West with puppet show by Mr Brown's Pig

November 26, 2013, 3:45 am
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A FAMILY who lost their son last year are raising money for the hospice that has supported them through their difficult time. Riley Roberts died in November last year, aged six, from a brain tumour. His parents, Tuesday and Alex Roberts have been raising money for the Children's Hospice South West to thank them for their hard work. Mrs Roberts said: "We are linked to the hospice because they cared for our son when he passed away and continue to work with us now and as a family. We just want to make sure they can help others because the support the hospice gave to us and continue to give us is amazing." Mrs Roberts and friends Cassie Pruan and Emily Williamson organised for children's entertainer Mr Brown's Pig to perform a pirate puppet show in Croscombe on Sunday evening. The event raised £1023 for the hospice. Mrs Roberts said: "We'd like to thank everyone that helped, donated to the raffle and made cakes." Mr Roberts and friends Kev Biggs, Paul Hardwick and Rich Thatcher have taken part in a 'Monster Race' to raise funds for the hospice. The men climbed, jumped, crawled and waded their way along the course dressed as Mario and Luigi, Riley's favourite characters.

Family raise funds for Children's Hospice South West with puppet show by Mr Brown's Pig

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