03: Never stop learning - mental stimulation

Cheddar & Wedmore Bridge Club

Organisation Name
Cheddar & Wedmore Bridge Club
Wellbeing Theme Category
Purpose/role

To play duplicate Bridge and enjoy social interaction

When & where
Wedmore and Cheddar face-to-face and one evening on-line, where we blend in Winscombe Bridge Club under the alias Axe Virtual Bridge Club playing on line with Bridge Base On line.
Person to contact
Steve Pedrick
Phone
01934 712852
Website
http://www.bridgewebs.com/cheddarandwedmore
Cost
Annual subscription £5.00, Table fee £3.00, Visitors £4.00. No joining fee
Who can attend
Open to all Bridge players
Support with attending
Contact Steve to discuss.

Cheddar Valley U3A

Organisation Name
Cheddar Valley U3A
Wellbeing Theme Category
Purpose/role

A UK wide movement, which brings together people in their ‘third age’, ie after working full time and/or raising a family

When & where
There are Coffee Mornings on the third Thursday of the month, held in Cheddar Village Hall. There are also over 40 interest groups meeting on different dates during the month.
Person to contact
Richard Hamlyn (Chairman)
Phone
07851 703760
Website
https://www.cheddar-valley.u3asite.uk
Cost
Annual fee of £10.00. Separate fees for meetings.
Who can attend
People who are retired or semi-retired, who want to continue learning and personal development for its own reward.
Support with attending
U3A does not offer transport. However, its 500+ members are widespread and often share transport when suitable.

Gardening Club

Organisation Name
Gardening Club
Wellbeing Theme Category
Purpose/role

Further an interest in gardening and meet like-minded people

When & where
Monthly meetings on a Tuesday at 7.30pm in Masonic Hall
Person to contact
Andrea West
Phone
01934 712161
Cost
Single person £15.00 per annum Couple £25.00 per annum
Who can attend
Anyone with an interest in gardening
Support with attending
Lifts by arrangement.

The Isle of Wedmore Society

Organisation Name
The Isle of Wedmore Society
Wellbeing Theme Category
Purpose/role

To promote interest in and care for the conservation, beauty and attractive features of the parish of Wedmore.

When & where
4th Thursday in the month, January to May and September to November, at 7.30pm in the Masonic Hall.
Person to contact
Jean Gregory
Phone
01934 900051
Cost
Annual membership of £14.00 single person or £25.00 per couple. Non member - £4.00 per meeting.
Who can attend
Open to all who are interested in the aim of the society.
Support with attending
Not applicable.

Wedmore Art Group

Organisation Name
Wedmore Art Group
Wellbeing Theme Category
Purpose/role

Socialising with an artistic bent, including workshops

When & where
Meetings every Friday afternoon in the Masonic Hall in winter months from 2 – 4.30pm. In summer months, visits and sketching outside.
Person to contact
Jim Collett
Phone
01934 712663
Cost
Annual subscription – cost on application
Who can attend
Open to anyone. Separate workshops or events can be open to non members for a fee
Support with attending
Contact Jim Collett to discuss, but no help with transport

Wedmore Men’s Shed

Organisation Name
Wedmore Men’s Shed
Wellbeing Theme Category
Purpose/role

To promote health and wellbeing amongst men by providing a space to meet and enjoy the company of others while engaging in activities that may be of interest. We have a garden with greenhouse, a workshop and plenty of space for projects as well as undertaking work in the community in support of other local groups.

When & where
The Men’s Shed Wedmore Village Farm Plud Street Wedmore BS28 4 BH Tuesday 0930 – 1200 Thursday 1400 - 1630
Person to contact
David Kirley
Cost
£40.00 per year payable November. ½ year from May at £20.
Who can attend
Men of all ages welcome, you do not need skills of any kind. We are a friendly group who engage in a number of activities / social events and monthly trips.
Support with attending
Members can be paired with others who may live nearby. There is car parking available at the Shed

Wedmore Village Farm

Organisation Name
Wedmore Village Farm
Wellbeing Theme Category
Purpose/role

The Farm is a multifunctional space with market garden, campsite, and social and environmental programs including a Care Farm for adults with learning disabilities and a native tree nursery. We also host the Men’s Shed and The Food Forest Project growing free food for food banks.

We have many volunteering opportunities for people from the local area.

When & where
Wedmore Village Farm Plud Street Wedmore BS28 4 BH Monday to Thursday 0930 to 1700
Person to contact
Tristan de Vieuxpont
Cost
Free to volunteer
Who can attend
Volunteers of all ages and abilities are always welcome.
Support with attending
There is car parking available at the Farm