Local councillor, Linda Vijeh, well know for being willing to speak up on any subject, is to join former Lib. Dem. leader Paddy Ashdown on May 20th, in a debate over future EU membership in the run up to the vote on June 23rd. Linda and Paddy will go head to head in front of a local audience, where Rev. Nigel Done will Chair the event at The Minster at 7pm. Full story: Read more
Ferne Fundraiser: Evening of Laughter and Lyrics, Friday 20th May
If you’re looking for a great night out of laughter, food and fun, without breaking the bank there’s an unmissable fundraiser evening of entertainment coming up in Ilminster. Featuring renowned entertainers, Stewart Masters and Will Rawlings, you will be wined and dined with ‘Laughter and Lyrics’ in aid of Ferne Animal Sanctuary on Friday 20th May, 7pm at the Shrubbery Hotel, Ilminster. Full story: Read more
Could you lend a paw for Ferne?
Now that spring has sprung, Ferne could really do with some extra help in its Charity shops in Chard, Ilminster, Langport and Bridport and also in the Sanctuary Café at Chard. “Our volunteers play a vital part in the work we do and are valuable members of our busy teams,” said Volunteer Coordinator Amanda Thornton. Full story: Read more