Volunteers

Sunday, May 17, 2026 watchet bookshop charity volunteers cysticfibrosis community fundraising closing local donations

After 17 remarkable years, the Watchet Community Bookshop, also known as Harbour Community Bookshop, has announced it will close its doors at the end of September. Since opening in 2009, this volunteer-run bookshop, supported … Read More

Sunday, May 17, 2026 watchet bookshop charity cysticfibrosis volunteers community fundraising localgrants closure donations

After 17 years of serving the community, Watchet’s beloved Harbour Community Bookshop has announced it will close its doors at the end of September this year. Since opening in 2009, the volunteer-run bookshop has become a … Read More

Thursday, May 7, 2026 glastonbury volunteers cleanup flytipping somerset rubbish community council cctv environment

A dedicated group of local volunteers recently took on the daunting task of cleaning up the long-neglected Red Brick building area in Glastonbury. The site had become overwhelmed with rubbish, prompting residents to take … Read More

Sunday, May 3, 2026 sanctuary somerset animal feedroom pests decay urgent plea volunteers maintenance

Somerset Animal Sanctuary has issued an urgent plea for assistance after their feed storage room fell into severe disrepair. The room, which holds essential animal feed, has begun to rot and decay, creating a breeding ground … Read More

Sunday, May 3, 2026 portishead lido refurbishment swimming community solar pool café reopening volunteers

Swimming in Portishead’s marina or the nearby sea is off-limits due to safety concerns and water quality affected by Bristol Channel runoff. For residents longing to dive into clear waters, this has been a frustrating … Read More

Friday, April 3, 2026 somerset heroes inspiration community kindness hope resilience courage volunteers compassion

In the heart of Somerset, ordinary people are doing extraordinary things every day. From selfless acts of kindness to courageous efforts in the face of adversity, these inspiring stories remind us of the strength and … Read More