This is a listing of the Categories in the Isle of Wedmore Health & Wellbeing Directory. It has been updated as at December 2024. There is also a printed version available which will be posted to all Wedmore addresses early in 2025. You can also pick up a printed version of the Directory at most shops in Wedmore.
If you can’t find a printed copy, leave a message on 01934 806266 with your name and address and we’ll get a copy to you!
Enter a search term in the Search Box. This can be a specific name of an organisation or a particular activity, e.g: “yoga”, “cricket” or similar
Or, Click on each Category for a listing of every organisation in that Category
When & where Draycott Village Hall on Tuesdays from 9:30-10:30
Person to contact Rhian Weston
Who can attend Open to anyone over 50. Optional chair variation for people with limited mobility.
Support with attending Contact Rhian Weston to discuss.
Purpose/role Finding activities and exercise sessions in Somerset
Here you can search for the type of exercise or activity you are interested in and find out what is available locally.
www.sasp.co.uk/activities/activities
Purpose/role Age UK is a registered charity in the United Kingdom, formed on 25 February 2009, and launched on 1 April 2009, which combines the operations of the previously separate charities Age Concern and Help the Aged to form the UK's largest charity for older people. (Wikipedia)
Age UK provides a range of support and services, including help with transport, foot care, exercise classes and an advice line on 0800 678 1602.
Visit: www.ageuk.org.uk for more information.
Purpose/role A society for men, designed for self improvement and to do charity work.
When & where Masonic Hall second Tuesday each month from October to May at 6.30pm
Person to contact Robert Hector
Cost Annual subscription of £100
Who can attend Open to men who believe in a superior being.
Support with attending Contact Robert Hector to discuss.
Purpose/role To help increase core strength, improve body alignment and flexibility.
When & where Thursday 1.30 - 2.30pm Wedmore Scout Hut
Person to contact Michelle Reynolds
Cost Cost is £45 for a seven week term (pro rata payment available)
Who can attend All abilities
Support with attending Not available
Purpose/role To meet together, primarily for Christian worship, but also for community events.
When & where Regular services held, as set out in the Isle of Wedmore News or Allerton News. Additional Events, e.g. 'Quest' Children's Group
Person to contact Jane Midgley (Church Warden) or Reverend Richard Neill
Phone Jane - 01934 712642 or Richard – 01934 713566
Cost No cost to attend services.
Who can attend Open to all.
Support with attending Please contact Jane or Richard to discuss.
Purpose/role This charity provides advice, support and information relating to all types of dementia. There is a broad range of advice, including daily living and legal advice.
Contact: 0300 222 11 22
Visit: www.alzheimers.org.uk
Purpose/role Axbridge & Wedmore Medical Practice has two surgeries:-
in Axbridge in Houlgate Way, Axbridge, BS26 2BJ Tel: 01934 732 464
and in Wedmore in St. Medard Road, Wedmore, BS28 4ANTel: 01934 712 774 (limited opening times)
Purpose/role A welcoming place for the whole community and also for regular Christian worship.
When & where Services every Sunday morning at 10.30am. Sunday school for 3yrs-17yrs in term time. Prayer meetings, Men's & Ladies events, Youth groups & other social get togethers throughout the year. Free coffee & cake served on Wednesday mornings 10.30am til12 noon.
Person to contact Mrs Sam Harvey
Who can attend Everyone is welcome, of any faith and none.
Support with attending Contact Sam Harvey to discuss.
Purpose/role To start learning the skills needed for life by making friends and trying new activities.
When & where Monday evening 6-7pm at Mendip Scout Base, Combe Lane, Wedmore BS28 4DZ
Person to contact Jacqui Redman or Section team leader - Kerry Wilcox
Who can attend Children over 5¾ years old. Go to website to register an interest
Support with attending Parents will need to arrange transport to meetings which are held at Mendip Scout Base, Combe Lane, BS28 4DZ, some meetings are held away from the base, leaders will notify parents in advance if this is case.
