Poultry entries are likely to reach record levels at this year’s Royal Bath & West Show, with the launch of the Poultry Club’s inaugural Summer National Show. The poultry section has almost tripled in size over the past decade, and with entries set to reach nearly 1200, exhibitors will be in for some intense competition. “The sheer variety and quality of poultry on show will be tremendous,” says Paul Meatyard, chief poultry steward at the Royal Bath & West Show. Full story: Read more
Sherborne Abbey first as ‘Strictly’ dancers perform with internationally acclaimed virtuoso violinist
Some of the country’s finest musicians join internationally acclaimed virtuoso violinist and composer, Adam Summerhayes, on 1st May in Sherborne for what is an unexpected addition to the award-winning Festival’s 2015 programme with ‘Strictly Viennese’. What makes the event even more spectacular is the guest appearance of World and European Latin American dancing champions, and Strictly Come Dancing professionals, Matthew and Nicola Cutler who will enchant the audience with exceptional, world-class dance and of course a Viennese Waltz! Full story: Read more
South Somerset volunteers set to lead the way with new health walks
Following a free training event organised by South Somerset District Council, newly trained volunteers will be able to lead walks in Wincanton, Ilminster, Yeovil, Langport, Martock and Ash. The popular Health Walk leader training day was fully booked and volunteers received information on everything they needed to know to lead a successful walk – including details on risk assessments, route planning, first aid and the benefits of exercise. Full story: Read more