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Please follow the link to view the above road closure: https://one.network/?tm=142199118 and the link for the Notice 2: https://api-gb.one.network/downloads/tm/1111/03-notice-2_142199118_3898459_99d4e7fae1.pdf

The order becomes effective on 15th May 2025 and will remain in force for eighteen months.

The works are expected to commence on 20th May 2025 and last for 7 hours (08:30 – 15:30) to enable Openreach to carry out pole replacement works. 

The contractor has indicated that access for Emergency Services through the site is permitted on this occasion.

For any further information about this closure please contact Sunbelt Rentals on 0370 050 0792, quoting reference: ttro440130W(TD).

Please note that should you require to view a closure which is more than two weeks ahead, please visit  https://one.network/?tm=142199118

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Please follow the link to view the above road closure; https://one.network/?tm=142233336 and the link for the Notice 2: https://api-gb.one.network/downloads/tm/1111/03-notice-2_142233336_3898887_a56282f66b.pdf

The order becomes effective on 15th May 2025 and will remain in force for eighteen months.

The works are expected to commence on 19th May 2025 and last for 11 days to enable Kiely Bros to carry out pre-surface dressing patching works on behalf of Somerset Highways. Solid diamond symbolization to be used on diversion route and will not clash with any other Kiely Bros works within the area. 

The contractor has indicated that access for Emergency Services through the site is permitted on this occasion.

For any further information about this closure please contact Keily Bros on 20:00 – 05:00, quoting reference: ttro260207W(TD) 

Please note that should you require to view a closure which is more than two weeks ahead, please visit  https://one.network/?tm=142233336

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Please follow this link to the programme for the VE Day 80 Event at Maidenbrook Country Park, which will take place on 8^th May 2025 between 5pm and 10pm.

We only have limited parking, so please let us know if you need to bring a vehicle and email adminevents@westmonktonparishcouncil.gov.uk to book a space, priority will be given to disabled and elderly drivers.  On the day it would be useful if you could bring a torch or use your phone to exit the events area safely.

This link will take you to an interesting article about VE Day written by Rod Williams.

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Ladies & Gentlemen,

As you will be aware, details of plans to engage communities in the 80th anniversaries of Victory in Europe (VE – 8^th May 2025) and Victory over Japan (VJ – 15^th August 2025) have been in circulation for a few weeks.

Many communities have already started planning significant commemoration festivities and across Somerset we would like to ensure that this important & historical celebration is known, understood and enjoyed by as many as possible.

I would like to draw your attention to the below information to ensure that all celebrations are also captured as part of a map across the nation, that will form a national record for posterity.

The government is inviting the public, volunteer networks and community groups to come together and get in the community spirit for VE Day 80 by taking part in ‘Tip Top Towns’.

Whether in a city, town or village, communities are encouraged to get their postcode ready for Monday 5 May, whether that be preparing community gardens, hosting craft events to create street party decorations, sprucing up their local areas or encouraging children to draw pictures to put in their windows. The public are also invited to share their pictures of activity on the government’s VE and VJ Day webpage and across social media using the #VE80 hashtag, with VE Day certificates available to all who participate.

I would like to share these Key Messages below with your communities:

• Whether you live in a town, village or city, the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) is encouraging the public, volunteer networks and community groups to get in the VE Day spirit by taking part in Tip Top Towns.
• Call on your communities to join you to take part in activities and get your postcode ready for Monday 5 May.
• Share your pictures of how you are getting ready for VE Day 80 at https://ve-vjday80.gov.uk/ or share across social media using #VE80.

If you are also able to share details of locations where public events are taking place in your parish with the Somerset Lieutenancy, we would be grateful if they could be forwarded to justin.fudge@somerset.gov.uk.

On behalf of the Lord-Lieutenant of Somerset, I am very grateful to you all for your cooperation and support of this initiative.

With my thanks.

Ted Allen

E J Allen Esq DL

Vice Lord-Lieutenant of Somerset

A dedicated webpage has been launched with latest information and ways to get involved: https://ve-vjday80.gov.uk/tiptoptowns/ 

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With less than six weeks to go, excitement is building for the Somerset Day 2025 weekend of 10th and 11^th May, and plans are well underway for a fantastic county-wide celebration of all things Somerset!

 A Grand Start with Choral Evensong at Taunton Minster
Kicking off the festivities, a special Choral Evensong at Taunton Minster on Sunday 4^th May will set the tone for the celebrations. This beautiful and traditional service will bring the community together in song and spirit, marking the beginning of a week filled with pride and joy. All are welcome.

 The Big Somerset Picnic
The Big Somerset Picnic invites everyone to come together on Saturday 10^th and Sunday 11^th May with friends, family and neighbours to enjoy the best of local produce – indoors or outdoors. Whether it’s a homemade feast or a simple gathering with some classic Somerset cider and cheese, this is the perfect way to celebrate the county’s rich food heritage – and an opportunity to raise funds for a local cause or charity.

Get the official event  pack here https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/67a08fa95679cc09e67d5f99/67d01c6a4bf6c5846d32a71f_the-big-somerset-picnic-25-pack.pdf

 Eat:Taunton

The biggest celebration of Somerset in the heart of the county town on Saturday 10^th May.

Expect to find over 100 food and drink producers, street food, entertainment and the amazing businesses of Taunton filling the town will feel good fun.

‍Filling the Minister, Church Square, Hammet Street, Fore Street and all the way up East Street this is an awesome celebration of local food and drink.

 New for 2024: A weekend of Local Music, Food & Entertainment at Rich’s Cider Farm, Highbridge
This year, we’re thrilled to introduce a brand-new event! Taking place at Rich’s Cider Farm, this two-day celebration kicks off with none other than the legendary Wurzels and will showcase local music, fantastic food and drink, and entertainment for the whole family.

Starting with the Wurzels on Saturday evening 10^th May and continuing Sunday 11^th May with a fun-filled festival for all the family.

Get tickets and further information here https://www.barrelandbloom.co.uk/

 Show Your Somerset Pride!
As always, we encourage everyone to proudly fly the Somerset flag and hang out the Somerset bunting at home, at work and at local events. Let’s paint the county red and yellow, sharing our pride and love for Somerset with the world!

A limited number of FREE flags, bunting and car bumper stickers are available here https://www.somersetday.com/merchandise

 You can find a full list of events taking place here https://www.somersetday.com/events

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Please follow the link to view the above road closure; https://one.network/?tm=142179267 and the link for the Notice 2: https://api-gb.one.network/downloads/tm/1111/03-notice-2_142179267_3890192_0243eb6e94.pdf

The order becomes effective on 08th May 2025 and will remain in force for eighteen months.

The works are expected to commence on 13th May 2025 and last for 7 hours (08:30 – 15:30) to enable Openreach to carry out pole replacement and tree cutting works. 

The contractor has indicated that access for Emergency Services through the site is permitted on this occasion.

For any further information about this closure please contact Sunbelt Rentals on 0370 050 0792, quoting reference: ttro640712W(TD).

Please note that should you require to view a closure which is more than two weeks ahead, you will need to register for free with www.One.Network

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Reference: WA46/0425 – SD001086 – Solomons Hollow, North Curry     

Please be aware that we have received notification of a temporary road closure at Solomons Hollow, North Curry and Thornfalcon for approximately 1685 metres, which will commence on 15th April 2025 and is expected to last until 19th April 2025 (between 07:00 to 19.00hrs). These works are for Kiely Bros to carry out prep works, surface dressing and associated works on behalf of Somerset Highways, their works reference is LG018SD001086-KL-01.

These phased works will be for ONE DAY within the stated period and the road will be reopened when no works are taking place (in some instances works may be completed in a matter of hours). Signage will be placed on site. There may be a need for additional closures at a later date and noticfication will be sent for these.

For any further information about this closure please contact Kiely Bros on 0121 772 3800 quoting reference: WA46/0425 – SD001086 – Solomons Hollow, North Curr.

A map of the affected area (in red), together with the recommended diversion route (in purple) is shown below, along with the link to One.Network.
https://one.network/?tm=142247901.

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