The Queen Camel and District Horticultural Society held their annual show on 4 August 2018 and some Rimpton residents were amongst the prize winners.
When September comes, the summer fetes end and the regular groups resume. These are a great way to meet people and to share experiences and thoughts. They can be extremely uplifting and can give a great sense of purpose. Most … Continue reading
The Volunteer Visiting Service of Somerset Sight provides company and support for people across Somerset with sight loss. Volunteers are in a unique position to offer companionship and support to local people and see at first-hand how their contribution is … Continue reading
August brings the summer holidays! This can be a joy but also can have some additional strains. The 6 week school holiday may increase your stress levels, perhaps with finding child care, entertainment on a budget for parents and meeting … Continue reading
I am writing in beautiful sunshine and I do hope that this is set to continue. I remember this time last year when it was very hot, I learned that medication can get over heated. Liquids especially, can lose their … Continue reading
At long last we have had some lovely weather and been able to take part in lovely outdoors activities such as May Fairs, Open Gardens and Health Walks. (Apologies to hay fever sufferers!) These are brilliant events for the whole … Continue reading
Dementia Awareness Week 2018 will take place on Monday 21 May – Sunday 27 May 2018. We are all more aware that many more people are living with dementia in our society but we may feel that it doesn’t concern … Continue reading
For the 27 years that I have recorded rainfall in Rimpton, March has had the lowest average monthly rainfall at 53.8 mm (2 inches). But this year was somewhat different with 127.5 mm (5 inches) and 21 wet days making … Continue reading
After 6 months of almost continuous wet days, February returned to near normal with just 10 wet days and a total rainfall of 35.5 mm (1½ inches), well below the February average of 59 mm (2¼ inches). The second half … Continue reading
Last month I suggested talking in the library. This month I am suggesting talking to other people in cafés! Community Council For Somerset have developed a range of cafés (our nearest is Street at the Bear Inn 10-1 every Monday) … Continue reading