I owe everything to local libraries; closing one would be a tragedy Wednesday, February 25, 2026 libraries northsomerset budgetcuts community education sanctuary reading youth volunteer publicservices Worle Library faces closure this September if North Somerset Council’s proposed budget cuts are approved, with Winscombe Library potentially shutting its doors the following March. While Pill Library may be spared, other … Read More
Somerset Animal Sanctuary Urgently Seeks Support as Hay Prices Double Sunday, February 15, 2026 sanctuary hay animals winter donations somerset farming forage charity wildlife Ferne Animal Sanctuary, located near Chard in Somerset, has launched an urgent appeal to raise funds for 1,000 bales of hay, following a critical shortage caused by soaring prices. The sanctuary, which cares for more than 300 … Read More
Donkey Steals the Show with Perfect Acapella Christmas Carol Finale Sunday, December 7, 2025 donkey acapella christmas carols ferne sanctuary holiday performance humor animal During a heartwarming Christmas carol performance at Ferne Animal Sanctuary, the Blackdown Acapella group was delightfully interrupted by a very unexpected guest. As the ensemble sang traditional holiday tunes inside a cozy … Read More
Inside the Heartfelt Campaign That Brought People Closer to Man’s Best Friend Monday, November 17, 2025 fundraising rescue sanctuary empathy dogs shelter awareness charity volunteer veterinary When the annual dog show at Ferne Animal Sanctuary was canceled due to severe weather, the charity faced a £5,000 shortfall in winter funding. Yet from this setback emerged a deeply moving initiative that not only helped … Read More
Weston-super-Mare Withdraws 'Council of Sanctuary' Proposal Amid Local Controversy Wednesday, September 24, 2025 weston sanctuary refugees asylum protest council immigration politics liberals community Weston-super-Mare has officially withdrawn its bid to become a “council of sanctuary,” a status meant to support refugees and asylum seekers through community initiatives. Originally approved in March, the proposal faced … Read More
Animal sanctuary gears up for an exciting, family-friendly summer Wednesday, July 30, 2025 ferne animal sanctuary summer family events authors butterfly wildlife fundraising This summer, animal lovers and families have a fantastic reason to visit Ferne Animal Sanctuary. Located on a sprawling 72-acre site near Chard, Somerset, the sanctuary is hosting a vibrant “Summer of Fun” program packed with … Read More