Amber Hill

United Kingdom

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Contributor at Weston, Worle & Somerset Mercury

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Operators selected for three kiosks in 'prime position' on Weston seafront

May 28, 2024 | thewestonmercury.co.uk | Amber Hill

Three operators have been carefully selected. (Image: North Somerset Times) THREE operators have been selected to run kiosks in prime positions on Weston seafront - Royal Sands Kiosk, Carlton Kiosk (currently called the Cove Kiosk) and Clifton Sands Kiosk. Royal Sands Kiosk will be reopening under a new operator, JRA & ML Cavaciuti, whilst Carlton Kiosk (currently called the Cove Kiosk) will be retained by its current operator, Starfish Catering Ltd.
Weston pub teams up with campaign group to fundraise for defibrillator

May 28, 2024 | thewestonmercury.co.uk | Amber Hill

The campaign would see more defibrillator's installed in the town. (Image: PA Media) A WESTON pub is supporting a campaign group dedicated in making the town "defib friendly." The Walnut Tree is raising funds for a defibrillator to be installed alongside the Donate for Defib team.
'Calculated and predatory' man jailed for 13 years for raping woman in Somerset

May 28, 2024 | somersetcountygazette.co.uk | Amber Hill

The jury found Bolohan guilty of one count of rape. (Image: Avon and Somerset Police) A MAN has been jailed for 13 years after being found guilty of raping a woman in Bridgwater. Stefan Bolohan, 39, of no fixed address, was jailed on Friday, May 24 at Taunton Crown Court, sitting at North Somerset Magistrates' Court. A jury found him guilty in March of one count of rape, which took place on Friday, June 3, 2022.
'Welcome back': Pop-up shop for lifesaving charity reopens in Weston shopping centre

May 28, 2024 | thewestonmercury.co.uk | Amber Hill

The shop is open now. (Image: NQ staff/Former Mayor of Weston) THE RNLI pop-up shop has reopened in Weston's shopping centre. It is hoped that the temporary shop, which can be found in The Sovereign, will help raise money to fund the charity's lifesaving work. The shop will be open until Saturday this week (June 1). A spokesperson from The Sovereign said: "We are very happy to welcome back RNLI Weston-super-Mare for the week. Visit the pop-up shop and show your support.
Somerset charity which finds homes for unwanted animals shares updated opening hours

May 28, 2024 | somersetcountygazette.co.uk | Amber Hill

The charity cares for unwanted or abandoned animals. (Image: Contributed) A SOMERSET animal sanctuary has shared its updated opening hours. Ferne Animal Sanctuary, in Chard, cares for abandoned or unwanted animals, and is dedicated to finding them loving forever homes. A spokesperson from the sanctuary said: "Ferne Animal Sanctuary - updated opening hours. "Please note the new schedule for visiting Ferne Animal Sanctuary.
Funds needed to refurbish Somerset cathedral's historic organ

May 28, 2024 | somersetcountygazette.co.uk | Amber Hill

Wells Cathedral. (Image: Jamie Grover/NQ staff) AN appeal has been launched to raise vital funds to help refurbish the historic organ at Wells Cathedral. The Friends of Wells Cathedral Grand Organ Appeal would see money raised to repair or replace all 5,000 of the organ's pipes. This would help to "enhance" the organ's musical performance by rebalancing the sound and expanding the range of sounds. A 32-foot stop would also be introduced.
Mayor of Weston helps restore 'remarkable' old Mercury building

May 28, 2024 | thewestonmercury.co.uk | Amber Hill

The old Weston Mercury building. (Image: NQ archives) THE mayor of Weston, Cllr John Crockford-Hawley, is helping to restore the town's historic former Weston Mercury building. The "remarkable" Waterloo Street site is being converted into town council offices.
Weston smokehouse which offers mammoth food challenge scores high food hygiene rating

May 28, 2024 | thewestonmercury.co.uk | Amber Hill

Bare Grills can be found on Richmond Street. (Image: Google Maps/RADAR) A WESTON smokehouse which offers everything from slow cooked meats to day aged steaks was awarded with the highest possible food hygiene score in its latest inspection. Bare Grills, on Richmond Street, has achieved a five out of five food hygiene score, which means that it has been recognised for its effective food handling procedures and cleanliness.
Family-run Somerset cider maker join forces with award-winning studio in new campaign

May 28, 2024 | thewestonmercury.co.uk | Amber Hill

Thatchers Cider and Aardman have once again partnered up for a new campaign. (Image: Apples with animation insert) THATCHERS Cider has once again joined forces with Aardman animation studio to create a series of commercials dedicated in showcasing the nation's passion for sport. Aardman, the creators of Wallace and Gromit, used stop motion animation to bring viewers through the barn doors of Thatchers' Myrtle Farm. The adverts went live on sports channels on May 18.
Congresbury's Cadbury House to host Richie Penrose for night of soul

May 28, 2024 | northsomersettimes.co.uk | Amber Hill

Tickets cost £45 per person and include a two-course meal. (Image: Black & White Hospitality) MOTOWN, rhythm and soul music fans are in for a treat next month. Cadbury House, a four-star hotel in Congresbury, is hosting a night of soul on Friday, June 14. One of the most sought-after cover artists in the UK, Richie Penrose, will perform classics that made stars such as Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder.