Concerns have been raised with me regarding the piece of land to the rear of Paper Lane Nursery, which I will refer to this as the Village Green. The current owners of the land are the Purnell Properties Partnership and although there has been an approach to the parish council to take on the responsibility for the area, a decision has yet to be made. I am in contact with the owners and have passed on the concerns regarding the weeds and condition of the area.
Once decisions have been made regarding the land, I will post the information on this website and on our Facebook page.
Helen Jenkins
Clerk to Paulton Parish Council

Bottles needed!
Lizzie’s Soup Run will be having a table at Paulton’s Party in the Park on 4th July and we’d love your help!
As there are already four tombolas planned we’ve decided to run a bottle stall instead.
If any one is able to donate a bottle (full!) we’d be very grateful. It can be any kind of bottle - drinks, toiletries, sauces, gifts or anything suitable for a bottle stall.
Please pm me if you can help.
Thank you so much for your support

Different Venue
Dot’s Charity Quiz Night Starts Sunday at Paulton Rovers 🧠Join us this Sunday, 14th June, for Dot’s popular Charity Quiz Night in the Winterfield Suite at Paulton Rovers FC.🕢 Arrive from: 7:30pm🕗 Quiz starts: 8:00pm💷 Entry: £2 per personAll proceeds go to local charities, with raffle prizes up for grabs and free snacks served at half-time.Bring your friends, test your knowledge, and help support some fantastic local causes. Everyone is welcome!!

Book NowCome and Support Your Local Amateur Dramatics Group! 🎭✨ＨＡＮＳＥＬ ＡＮＤ ＧＲＥＴＥＬ✨Our talented youth group (ages 7–17) are working hard and can’t wait to perform for our fantastic audience! 🫵��📅 Friday 10th & Saturday 11th July⏰ Less than 6 weeks to go until showtime!🎟️ Tickets just £5 each📍 Paulton Methodist Hall, BS39 7QQBook now to secure your seat via TicketSource using the link below. ⬇️ 🛜🎟️➡️ http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/paultonamateurdramaticsWe look forward to seeing you there! And a big thank you for supporting us 🙏🏻��🎭 Don’t miss out – book your tickets today!

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June news from Paulton library

 Paulton library

From Paulton librarians

From the food Bank (not from the larder)

Congratulations Books and Cook - Paulton

From Holy Trinity to Books & Cooks with 6 incredible bell ringers.
On Tuesday 26th May from 10.15-11.15 we were able to hear a 'band' of university bell ringers on the 6 bells of Holy Trinity church, Paulton.
They were attempting a top challenge called 'York surprise minor'. That's bell talk for a 'peal' that would last about 2.5 hours.Even if it sounds like a foreign language the idea of these 6 young people attempting a rarely achieved feat in our village was wonderful to hear.
Most of us will never attempt such a feat and are happy to ring for 15 minutes at different church services. It’s so much fun to learn that we would encourage anyone and any age to have a go. Please ring Jenny on 07713 158472 for more information on bell ringing.When the bell ringers had finished at Trinity Church they were invited to the recently re-opened Book & Cooks cafe in Paulton where Hayley and Elle were happy to serve them some refreshing drinks, and Annie (from Bristol university) explained to the customers in the cafe what they had been attempting to do.Today was a rare treat and I know anyone who heard them would have been impressed. Good luck with your next attempt Bristol Uni. bell ringers and many thanks to Books Cooks for their hospitality.

Find out more:- www.newsroom.bathnes.gov.uk/news/change-free-school-meal-holiday-vouchers-bath-north-east-somerset

Find out more:- www.newsroom.bathnes.gov.uk/news/change-free-school-meal-holiday-vouchers-bath-north-east-somerset

Report from the Chair of Bath and North East Somerset Council - our very own Liz Hardman.It has been a real honour and privilege to serve as the advocate and ambassador during my year as Chair of Bath and North East Somerset Council. It has truly been one of the most interesting and rewarding years of my life.Over the past year, I have had the pleasure of attending a remarkable range of events—from celebrating Chinese New Year to judging the best-dressed chalet at the Bath Christmas Market, to the Bath in Bloom Awards, and the Armed Forces Flag Raising Event in Parade Gardens.I have discovered many hidden gems across our area, including Timsbury’s award-winning pharmacy, showcasing impressive state-of-the-art technology right on our doorstep.I have had the honour of meeting Her Majesty Queen Camilla twice. On the second occasion, at the Holburne Museum, I had the pleasure of welcoming her to Bath. I am delighted to report that she spoke warmly about the city—so it is now official: Queen Camilla loves Bath.As the first Chair of B&NES from Paulton, I was particularly pleased that my two final engagements took place in Paulton. The first was the opening of a Community Orchard organised by Paulton’s “Paulton on the wild side “ (POWLS) group and Grant Johnson from Paulton Parish Council. The second was at the match where Paulton Rovers were promoted to the Southern League and I had the honour of presenting “Man of the Match” to Jack Dancey

13/5/27

New event at Books and Cooks in Paulton

A safe and effective set of six classes to help you recover after a heart event or procedure.
Suitable for all fitness levels this class will help you to rebuild strength, improve your cardiovascular fitness and improve mobility. The class will enable you to work at your own pace and ability and will focus on safe movement and long term improvements.
Cost is Free. For bookings visit: https://tinyurl.com/53a7tjxt

Camvale are seeking local businesses to support the club and sponsor our Men’s team Match day, throughout the Avon Tennis Summer League.  The cost to sponsor a Match day is just £20 and in return you will be the main sponsor for that Match day also receiving social media coverage featuring your logo on our fixture posts. Plus the feel good factor of supporting your local community tennis club of course! If you are interested in sponsoring a Match day please message this page or send an email to the below address. We also have our full Sponsorship Packages available. For more information please see the comments and email moc.liamg%40sinnetelavmac.eilrahc

TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!  Click this link to get your tickets now http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/paultonamateurdramatics Paulton Amateur Dramatics Youth Group Presents… Hansel and Gretel Join us this July for a magical family show full of adventure, fun, and fairy-tale excitement! Our talented young performers have been working incredibly hard to bring this classic story to life on stage. A fantastic show for all ages! Full of music, laughter, and adventure! Support your local drama group! £5 per ticket!

Paulton Rovers Girls Development Centre **June Trial/Open sessions**
Paulton Rovers Girls Development Centre is excited to announce that we will be holding trials throughout June for both current and new players!
This is your chance to secure a spot in our Matchday squads for the upcoming 26/27 season in the following age groups:
- **U11** - Sundays (Bristol League)
- **U13** - Sundays (Bristol League)
- **U14** - Saturdays (Somerset County League)
- **U16** - Sundays (Bristol League)
- **U18** - Saturdays (Wilts League)
What do we offer?
UEFA B & C License Coaching inc GK Training
Competitive fixtures in Somerset County, Wilts & Bristol League
Pathway into ladies football with Paulton Ladies (First Team/Reserve/Development)
Games filmed using Veo Camera
A bespoke Player/Parent App
Opportunity to still play for your local team
Option to Train only
**All new players are welcome!**
All players (Current & New) please complete the short form using the link below:
For more information, contact Tinner at 07527916987.
*Age groups based on the 26/27 Season!

From Paulton Methodist ChurchThank you to everyone who supported our Coffee Morning and Plant Sale- it was lovely to see you all. We will be holding another Plant Sale at our Coffee Morning on Saturday 6th June, 10-12, so save the date!

News from the LarderWe are very proud to introduce our community freezer This will allow us to be able to collect frozen items, as well as safely store items for people the following day. The freezer will be locked and opened when it is stocked, as this helps us reduce energy costs and also maintain a safe temperature. A massive thank you to Paul Gilbert and Tony price, for rebuilding our shelves and helping us install the freezer, you both are absolutely awesome!!! Without the Quartet Community Foundation this wouldn’t have been possible.A Massive thank you to you all, for the Grant which has enabled us to reach further, and help as many people as we possibly can in our localCommunity.

Did you know you can now book your appointments online? To save you time waiting on the phone, Paulton Pharmacy and Midsomer Pharmacy have launched a website for instant bookings.It’s the quickest way to check availability and secure your slot 24/7 without needing to ring up.Services you can book online now:Earwax removalWeight loss clinicUTI - Uncomplicated Urinary Tract InfectionContraceptive ServiceAcute sore throat Ear infection Sinusitis

Paulton Schools PTAWe are currently reaching out for raffle prize donations for our summer fair raffle on 3rd July 2026. Please get in touch if you can donate anything or know a business that could donate a voucher, which in turn will help promo

Advice from Elm Hayes 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵!🌼🚶‍♂️
A simple walk can do wonders for your health and wellbeing.
Walking regularly can:
❤️ Improve heart health
🧠 Boost your mood and reduce stress
⚖️ Help manage weight
⚡ Increase energy levels
🌙 Support better sleep
You don’t need to go far or fast — even a 10-minute walk makes a difference!
Why not try:
🌳 Walking to the shops instead of driving
☀️ Taking a stroll on your lunch break
🌿 Exploring a local park or green space
👫 Inviting a friend or family member to join you
𝙄𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙖 𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙜-𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙢 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙤𝙧 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚𝙣’𝙩 𝙚𝙭𝙚𝙧𝙘𝙞𝙨𝙚𝙙 𝙞𝙣 𝙖 𝙬𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙚, 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙜𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙡𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙗𝙪𝙞𝙡𝙙 𝙪𝙥 𝙖𝙩 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙚.
Let’s get moving this May! 

B&NES Council have published their Best Start in Life Plan, it outlines the strategy to help every child in B&NES to grow up healthy, safe and ready to learn, giving families the right help at the right time from pregnancy and beyond.
To read the plan and find out more visit the Livewell website. www.livewell.bathnes.gov.uk/children-and-families/family-support-services-and-organisations/parenting-and-family-support-6/best
A new Family Hub in Twerton will open in late May, existing children centres will transition to Family Hubs. These Hubs will offer multi agency support to families in their community, responding to local needs.

Have your say on health and careThe NHS and local organisations are working together on new plans to improve health and care services in Bath and the surrounding area — and they want to hear from you.The aim is to make health services simpler, quicker and better connected, with more support available closer to home, so that:You can get help earlierYou don’t have to repeat your story to different servicesMore support is available locally, not just in hospitalsHealth, council, care and voluntary services work better togetherBefore anything changes, we’re asking local people for their views.Do these ideas sound useful to you? Would they make it easier to get support for yourself or your friends? What really needs to change to improve health and care in the area you live?Your feedback will directly shape future Neighbourhood Health plans.It only takes a few minutes to complete this short survey:Take part here: https://forms.office.com/e/aMi61zsFgC

Have Your Say: Government Social Media ConsultationThe UK Government has launched a national consultation on how to keep children safer online, including exploring minimum ages for social media use, limits on addictive design features, stronger age‑verification tools, and better support for parents and carers. To respond to this consultation, there are 3 surveys to choose from:Full consultation for anyone (civil society, industry and members of the public)Survey for parents and carers of young people aged 21 and underSurvey for children and young people (aged 10 to 21)Families - including children and young people whose voices are central to this process - are encouraged to share their views before the consultation closes on 26 May 2026.
Take part here: https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/growing-up-in-the-online-world-a-national-consultation

The Holburne MuseumWhile there’s usually an admission fee to visit the Holburne Museum, you can explore the attraction's permanent collections for free between 3pm and 5pm every Wednesday.
Discover other free things to do in Bath:-visitbath.co.uk/blog/read/2026/04/free-things-to-do-in-bath-b182

Paulton Library has at last received the free "Quick Reads" to give away thanks to a very supportive Banes Library Staff. We have added them to our mini Book Giveaway. Please come in and select anything that interests you or a friend. There are free Book Marks too. Setting aside some time for Reading can happen any day of the year.

Little Star nursery at Elm Hayes

2wish is the charity Paulton Methodist Church has chosen to support this year.One of our main charity aims is to ensure that families who have lost a child or young person suddenly, are offered one of our Memory Boxes.The Memory Boxes contain carefully selected items, including our two ‘Gorgeous George’ elephants – one elephant is to be taken home by the family, and the other is to be tucked in with the child or young person.Families can add their own special pieces to the box if they wish, or safely place it away until they are ready to look inside.Your donations are just one of the ways that we can ensure we continue to provide memory boxes, and immediate support to bereaved families. If you would like to find out more about how you could help contribute to providing memory boxes, please contact ku.gro.hsiw2%40troppus

New CANDY CABIN IS OPENThe Candy Cabin is open today and will open every day 11am -6pm12 Oaklands, Paulton, BS39 7RWIt's full of the sweetest treats with something for everyone, whatever the ageIt will be emptied daily and restocked with something different the following dayPayment is by cash (correct amount only as no change given) or by phone (qr code)Please smile as you'll be on camera. There's a note pad on the top shelf for you to let me know your comments and any requirements. Just drop a note in the cash boxSo whether it's a treat for doing well at school, a pick me up, or you just fancy a sweet favourite, the Cabin will be open for you

This is just one of many courses offered by B&NES wellbeing. More can be found at:-https://wellbeing-courses.co.uk Email is ku.gro.gs3%40sesruocgniebllew org.uk
A link to B&NES wellbeing courses is always available on our 'clu.bs, societies and groups' page (paultoncommunitywebsite.co.uk/paultondirectory-1/clubs-societies-groups-1)and also on our 'health and wellbeing' pages(paultoncommunitywebsite.co.uk/paultondirectory-1/services-1)

This is just one of many courses offered by B&NES wellbeing. More can be found at:-https://wellbeing-courses.co.uk Email is ku.gro.gs3%40sesruocgniebllew org.uk
A link to B&NES wellbeing courses is always available on our 'clubs, societies and groups' page (paultoncommunitywebsite.co.uk/paultondirectory-1/clubs-societies-groups-1)and also on our 'health and wellbeing' pages(paultoncommunitywebsite.co.uk/paultondirectory-1/services-1)

Check out other exciting events in Paulton on our events page.
Please notify us if you are arranging anything and would like some free publicity. 

Announcement regarding Sunday opening at Radstock museum


Due to a current shortage of volunteers, the museum will no longer be open on Sundays from (and including) April. We hope to be able to re-open on Sundays in the future so do please check on our website for updates.

From Paulton library

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Hi All - just another quick update from your work party down at the Timsbury and Paulton canal basins. As a reminder, we meet every Sunday 10-1 and - with the landowners’ guidance and permission - work to maintain, preserve and restore this wonderful area of the village.For Hillary, Keith and I it was mostly about managing brambles and hawthorn at the waters edge. At the wing-wall, Adrian and Martin got a very large end coping stone in place. It was a struggle to move it into position but they eventually got it there.If you fancy getting out into the fresh air on a Sunday morning why not come down?

Important Warning for Bath & North East Somerset Residents
 Bath & North East Somerset Council has received reports of individuals knocking on doors and falsely claiming to be from the Council. The Council has confirmed that no authorised staff are carrying out door‑to‑door visits in the area.
 How to Stay Safe
• Always ask for identification. All genuine B&NES staff carry an official Council ID badge. To verify a staff member’s identity, you can call 0800 064 1704.
• Do not let anyone into your home unless you are completely certain they are legitimate.
• Report any suspicious activity to Police on 101, or 999 in an emergency.
 

The centre of the village and the cenotaph area looks superb at the moment. Thank you to Paulton Junior school and Pride in Paulton as well as to the superb ground maintenance team who do so much to keep our village looking special.

Healthwatch B&NES is inviting views on the 5 yearly NHS Health Check for those aged 40-74The NHS Health Check for adults aged 40–74 is a free 5 yearly check up on overall health that can identify people at a higher risk of developing diseases including: heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease and stroke, and help them to take steps to reduce their risk and prevent disease.
Looking across B&NES, take up of the Health Check is lowest among those at the younger end of the eligibility range, particularly men, individuals from minority ethnic groups and people living in less well-off neighbourhoods. 
Alongside public health efforts to better target the offer of NHS Health Check to groups with low uptake, Healthwatch is engaging the public to understand their awareness of and access to the Health Check. What are the barriers to attending the Health Check and what would make it easier?

healthwatchbathnes.co.uk/news/2025-12-08/complete-our-survey-nhs-health-checks

𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠?
Get free support from Everyone Health by setting long term healthy lifestyle goals through their Emotional Wellbeing Coach Service.
𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐜 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐄𝐥𝐦 𝐇𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐲, 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 (𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥).
Please see the image below for more information. Self referral is possible by contacting the BaNES Wellness Service on 0300 247 0050 or emailing .ten.shn%40senab.he

Problems with ear wax? Concerned about your hearing?
The Hearoic Ear Mobile will be back at The Red Lion, Paulton on the on the Thursday 18th December. To book an appointment for ear wax removal (with microsuction or irrigation), or hearing assessments go to [https://hearoic.co.uk](https://hearoic.co.uk) or call 0117 910 9079 or send a message via Facebook.
There is also a FREE Drop-in for ear wax checks and hearing aid cleaning on the Thursday 18th December 4.00-4.30pm, 

Community OrchardThank you to everyone involved into the creation of the community orchard. Paulton Parish Council have been working in partnership with Paulton on the Wild Side to establish the orchard on land in the bottom corner of the Miners Recreational Ground. It is hoped this will become a brilliant asset for the village to enjoy for years to come.

Community Orchard

Community Orchard

Can you help the Somerset Coal Canal SocietyWe desperately need a little bit of help arranging our events. It requires somebody that is fairly organised and can offer a few hours each month to book halls, gather event information and co-ordinate to make sure they go smoothly. You don’t always have to attend the events, but it would be great if you could.
Most of our talks are held at Paulton Village Hall and our walks are dotted along the route of the canal from Timsbury up to Bath and some are from Bath to Radstock.
To give you a rough idea of how much work is involved, we held 11 events last year and have 5 booked for next year already, although we may add to that as time goes on. There are a few other non-official events that take place, such as smaller talks for specific groups that request it throughout the year too, but these are very light touch.
If you’d like anymore information, please email Derrick .moc.lanaclaoc%40namriahc