From Paulton librarians

From Paulton librarians

News on behalf of Camvale Tennis Club.
Every Second Counts: New Public Defibrillator Installed in Paulton
In the last few weeks, a brand new Public Access Defibrillator (AED) has been installed at Camvale Tennis Club. Located off Bristol Road on the Purnell Sports Ground, BS39 7NX.
The AED is located in a cabinet on the side of the Clubhouse facing the car park and therefore is accessible to all 24 hours a day, all year round.
In an emergency where a person is in Cardiac Arrest, phone 999 for the cabinet code, you will be asked for the location, i.e. Camvale Tennis Club, but also give the "What3Words" which are: "Telephone.Demand.Extra" as well as the postcode, BS39 7NX. This information will provide the Ambulance Service with the exact location.
The idea of providing this vital piece of lifesaving equipment was initially raised by members of Camvale Tennis Club, who highlighted that the nearest publicly accessible defibrillator is located in the centre of the village, outside The Hub. Recognising the importance of having an AED more readily available, particularly in an emergency, the club decided to launch a community fundraising appeal to purchase a defibrillator for the benefit of both its members and the wider Paulton community.
With Paulton having experienced significant residential development in recent years, the need for accessible lifesaving equipment has become even more important. The aim is to provide greater reassurance and help ensure that this potentially lifesaving equipment is available when it is needed most.
The funds were raised through a variety of fundraising initiatives such as quiz evenings hosted by Dot at Paulton Rovers, A raffle at Paulton’s Party in the Park and a grant from Avon Tennis.
Independent Councillor for Paulton, Grant Johnson said… “This is a fantastic addition to Paulton, improving access to lifesaving defibrillators across the village. When every second counts, having this equipment readily available really can make the difference between life and death. My thanks go to everyone involved in making this happen – another great example of our community looking after one another.”
CPR AND DEFIBRILLATOR MEDICAL INFORMATION:
An AED (Automated External Defibrillator) should always be used alongside CPR, not as a replacement for it. CPR helps maintain blood flow and oxygen to the brain and vital organs, while an AED analyses the heart’s rhythm and, if necessary, delivers an electric shock to help restore a normal rhythm. Both play a vital role in increasing the chances of survival following a cardiac arrest. CPR should be continued while the AED is being prepared and between shocks, following the device's instructions, until professional medical help takes over.
Camvale Tennis Club would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone in our local community who has supported our fundraising efforts towards purchasing a defibrillator. Your generosity, kindness and continued support mean a great deal to our club. It is fantastic to see our community coming together to help make a real difference and ensure we can provide a safer environment for our members, visitors and the wider community. Thank you for helping us make this possible!

Paulton Parish council should be congratulated on their work in producing this document, which is lengthy and comprehensive. It is available to read on www.paultonparishcouncil.org.uk

Paulton Brownies are collection Christmas jumpers for a sale. If you have any outgrown jumpers/pjs/onesies etc that you are happy to part with please leave in the porch at Cromer, End house on the left in High Park.Thank you

A bus that doesn’t go where you need it to. A long wait with nowhere to sit. Not knowing who to contact when something needs changing.

If any of that sounds familiar, come and talk about it at our next Older People’s Voice meeting.

🗓 Tuesday 3rd November
⏰ 2:00pm – 4:00pm
📍 Widcombe Social Club, Bath BA2 6AA
To book by phone, please call us on 01225 466135.

Updated wellbeing course programme for October to December.  
We have some exciting new workshops and courses coming up with spaces still available including:
Anxiety Tips and ToolsBeginners YogaFind your SparkleQiGong for All - West Harptree & PeasedownThe Turning Inward - a Samhain Nature Connection Gathering for WomenEFT Tapping for Anxiety & StressMen's Woodland Fire CookingBeginners MeditationDeclutter Your HomeChristmas Wreaths & Christmas Table DecorationsFestive Cooking Workshop (Online)Women's Circle (feeling the pressure of the festive period
www.wellbeing-courses.co.uk

NEWS: "Bloomfield Care Home joins local dementia awareness campaign"💻 FULL STORY 👉 radstocktimes.co.uk/bloomfield-care-home-joins-local-dementia-awareness-campaign/?fbclid=IwY2xjawVAUyBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4hspoEu17qkacwANIkSZovJYe_KW8KZeeEKYjEAM1Gc0Vs0Lnf-mzvWKrmBQ_aem_Bl2fcfaPtrRg_66xBbiN0A

www.newsroom.bathnes.gov.uk/news/free-event-helps-bnes-families-find-send-support-early-and-connect-local-services

www.newsroom.bathnes.gov.uk/news/have-your-say-changes-parking-charges

Winter Closure and Christmas Event
 
As always, the museum will not be open during December and January, reopening on Tuesday 2nd Feburary 2027.
Thanks to the generosity of Radstock Town Council, we will be open for free to coincide with the switching on of the Christmas lights on Saturday 28th November.
Our opening hours are: 2pm to 5pm Tuesday to Friday, 11am to 5pm on Saturday, last admission at 4.30pm. We also open on Bank Holiday Mondays, 2pm to 5pm. The Tea Room also closes at 4.30pm. 

Paper Lane NurseryWE’RE HIRING !  Are you passionate about working with children and ready to start an exciting career in early years?   We’re looking for enthusiastic, caring and motivated apprentices and level 3's to join our wonderful team! No previous childcare experience is necessary, just a positive attitude, a willingness to learn and a genuine love for helping little ones grow and develop.   Gain hands-on experience Work towards a recognised qualification Make a real difference every dayThink you’d be a perfect fit? We’d love to hear from you! Get in touch to find out more and start your early years journey with us!Email ku.oc.ndgh%40ytaK or call 01761 568484
10/10/26

It's coming up to the fabulous festive season. As always at Poppies Of Paulton Ltd. We will be having our DIY kits available.
They come with everything you need to make your own wreath at home even comes with printed step by step instructions

LET’S TAKE A WALK IN THEIR SHOES!Every day, children from Paulton face the challenge of getting to and from Somervale and Norton Hill schools, with no dedicated school bus service available to them.While neighbouring villages benefit from dedicated school transport, our children are left relying on public buses that are increasingly overcrowded, unreliable and, in some cases, unable to accommodate everyone waiting.And when the bus doesn’t turn up, what are the alternatives?Walking along busy roads such as Phillis Hill, with narrow pavements, overhanging vegetation and heavy traffic, is hardly an appealing prospect for children trying to get to school safely.I’ve now formally raised these concerns with B&NES Council, questioning why Paulton is treated differently, whether the walking routes have been properly assessed for safety, and whether the current public transport arrangements are genuinely fit for purpose.But I’m also issuing a challenge.I’m inviting B&NES Cabinet Members and the Mayor of the West of England to join me on a walk from Caxton Close in Paulton to Somervale School.No official cars. No convenient lifts. Just the same journey we’re expecting our children to make, potentially twice a day, when public transport lets them down.Let’s take a walk in their shoes and see just how easy it really is!Our children deserve safe, reliable and appropriate transport to school. That shouldn’t be too much to ask.If you’re a parent or resident affected by these issues, please share your experiences in the comments. I want to make sure the voices of Paulton families are heard.Cllr Grant JohnsonIndependent Councillor for Paulton

A huge thank you to our wonderful local businesses! Paulton Village Larder would like to say a huge thank you to Allen Residential, our lovely local estate agents in Paulton, for kindly gathering & donating food items for our emergency food parcels. They have been collecting donations over the past couple of weeks for Harvest Festival and have generously chosen to share them with us to help support those in need within our community. We’d also like to say a big thank you to Farrington’s Farm for their kind donation of pumpkins! These generous donations will help us continue supporting local people and families who may be going through a difficult time.We’re so grateful to have such thoughtful and community-minded local businesses who are willing to give back and help those around them. Every donation makes a difference, and together we can help make sure no one in our community feels forgotten.Thank you, Allen Residential and Farrington’s Farm, for your kindness and support!

from Elm Hayes𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐮𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐫𝐬’ 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 💙A big thank you to everyone who came along to our Carers Event this evening, hosted by The Carers’ Centre who were also joined by Everyone Health - B&NESWe hope that everyone who attended found the event helpful, informative and supportive, and that you left feeling reassured and reminded that you are not alone.We really appreciate you taking the time to join us and share in the event and that you managed to have any questions you may have had, answered. Supporting carers in our community is so important, and we hope the information and support that’s available, will be useful to you.A special thank you to The Carers’ Centre for hosting and helping to make the event possible.

from Elm Hayes

Find out what is on in Bath and beyond over halloweenwww.visitbath.co.uk/whats-on/seasonal-events/halloween

Find out more about the genesis food trust and food bank at genesistrust.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/GT-12pp-A5-2026-09-web-view.pdf

From Paulton Librarians

The awards celebrate the volunteers, charities, community groups and local champions who go above and beyond to make a difference in people's lives. New categories this year include Support Animal of the Year and a special Lifetime Achievement Award, recognising those whose dedication has left a lasting legacy in their community.
Whether you know a volunteer supporting older residents in Paulton, someone organising community activities in Bath, a young person helping local causes in Keynsham, or a parish champion working tirelessly behind the scenes, these awards are a chance to raise awareness and say thank you.
More details:- www.bathnes.gov.uk/about-community-awards

𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 - information from Elm HayesOur home visiting practitioners provide care for patients who are unable to attend the surgery because they are clinically unable to travel.If you, or someone you care for, needs a home visit, please contact the surgery as early as possible. A member of our clinical team will discuss the patient's needs with you and assess whether a home visit is appropriate.Home visits are intended for patients who are genuinely unable to leave their home due to their medical condition. Where possible, patients who are able to attend the surgery will be encouraged to do so, as the surgery has better facilities and access to the full clinical team.If you are unsure whether a home visit is needed, please contact us and we will be happy to advise you

If you will be decorating your house for Halloween this year, please drop a message on the facebook page for Paulton Halloween trail so you can be added to the map

Starting on 24th September, we have our Family Play & Wellbeing Hub after school on Thursdays in the Paulton Scout and Guide Hall.Open to families with a school age child and younger siblings, pop along and have some time together for play and wellbeing. No need to book. We look forward to seeing you in a couple of weeks 

On Sunday 13th, Paulton Methodist Church was joined by Rev Marcus Torchon, chair of the Bristol Methodist district, who along with our own minister, Rev Christine Coram, led an inspiring service to mark the church’s 200th anniversary.
This was followed with friendship and fellowship during a lovely bring and share lunch.

TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW!! 🎟️ The perfect night out for family and friends! 🎤 link below ⬇️
https://www.ticketsource.com/paultonamateurdramatics
🎭🇫🇷 A comedy full of chaos is coming to Paulton! 🇫🇷🎭
Paulton Amateur Dramatics is delighted to present 𝚃𝚑𝚎 𝙵𝚛𝚊𝚖𝚎 𝚄𝚙 𝚊𝚝 𝙲𝚊𝚏é 𝚍𝚎 𝚕𝚊 𝙻𝚞𝚗𝚎 – a fast-paced French farce packed with mayhem, laughter, and plenty of surprises! 🎭
📅 Friday 25th & Saturday 26th September 2026
🕢 7:30pm
📍 Paulton Rovers – Francis Suite
🍷 Your ticket also includes a light French supper, making it a fantastic evening of food, fun, and theatre 🥖🥐🧀
🎟️ Tickets are just £10
TICKETS AVAILABLE SOON! Save the date

Paulton Hero Story :-www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/shoplifter-paulton-coop-crime-hailey-bush

Food Bank most needed items please

BaNES Health & Wellbeing Courses
This site provides a central place for free and low cost courses for local residents, both face to face and online. Here you can access a range of exciting and informative courses aimed to promote good health and wellbeing. Come along to learn new skills, meet new people and boost your overall wellbeing.

Find out more www.wellbeing-courses.co.uk

Book Now

Anxious? - Here's a B&NES well beimg course you can book without leaving home

A 'somer Valley' event

It's September, time for another Library Limerick

From Paulton librarians

From Paulton librarians

Join Paulton Concert Band
Calling all Brass, Woodwind and Percussion Players!
Paulton Concert Band is a friendly, non-contesting band based in the local community, and we’re looking for new members to join our ranks.
We perform a wide range of engagements throughout the year, including Community Events, Concerts, Festive and Seasonal Performances. Our varied repertoire offers something for everyone featuring traditional concert band favourites, film music, popular classics, marches, musical theatre and much more.
Whether you’re an experienced player, returning after a break, or simply looking for a welcoming band to enjoy making music with we’d love to hear from you.
If you are interested in joining us or booking the band for an engagement please email:- moc.liamtoh%40dnabtrecnocnotluap or call Mike on:- 07706 060268

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Link for survey or scan next posthttps://tinyurl.com/PaultonPCSurvey

Scan the above to go straight to Paulton's neighbourhood Plan survey

Floral Flo has been in touch asking if anyone can help her fund a flower cold room. Flo is an independent florist based in Paulton offering flowers for all occasions .She has an honesty cart where you can choose ‘pay and go’. All the Bouquets are made fresh, daily by herself .She pops up with her flower cart at a few venues including Farrington Farm shop, Wells Sunday market once a month and Bishop Sutton The link:-
https://gofund.me/9812c11e6contains her story as a local florist and the struggles she is currently having due to the weather, so a flower cold room would really help her now and indeed all year round .

 Paulton library

A Paulton Wedding
Allowing themselves less than 6 weeks preparation time, Paulton couple Tom and Imogen decided to ‘Tie the knot’. The wedding took place at Paulton Baptist Church. The guest list consisted of parents and the Church congregation.The great day arrived and as expected, in this period of sunshine, the weather was perfect. The entire congregation brought their skills to ensure a memorable day for the couple. Floral displays were picked and arranged, 'bring and share' food from across the globe was prepared, the Baptist Church premises were appropriately decorated, music was provided and a beautiful private garden was used as a backdrop for a volunteer photographer. Colin the Baptist minister led the service with his trademark mix of reverence and humour. Paulton Baptist Church is an extremely friendly and welcoming place, trying to cater for every need and every age group. The regular Church service, at 10.30 every Sunday, contains a slot for children and activities are provided for them during the ‘adult’ talk. There is also a weekly Bible Study and regular interaction with Bloomfield care home and Paulton hospital. This truly is a Church catering and caring for the people in our community.

Calling all knitters & Crocheters - We need your help!Paulton Branch of The Royal British Legion (RBL) are looking for volunteers to help with a BIG Village Display. Our Mission is to display a "poppy drape" (or poppy cascade) at Holy Trinity Church Paulton - in Honour of our Fallen.This will be a powerful community art installation of thousands of handcrafted Red Poppies that will cascaded down the tower of the church for Remembrance Day, serving as a visual tribute to honour our fallen Heroes.We need your help and as many Volunteers as possible to knit poppies.FREE Poppy wool packs that including wool & patterns can be collected from black bins in the Reception area of the following Collection & drop off points at:- Paulton Rovers FCPaulton Hospital ReceptionPaulton books & Cooks (HUB)The initial deadline for the poppy return to be back in the drop off bins will be Saturday 19th September to allow us time to tie these on the net.

MenB VaccinationA time-limited MenB vaccine offer is available now for eligible young people, including those who will be starting university as undergraduates or moving into residential further education settings for the first time in autumn 2026.
The programme has been introduced in response to recent meningitis outbreaks. Eligible students will need 2 doses of the MenB vaccine for protection given at least 4 weeks apart, with the first being offered from 20 July and the second dose from August.
 More information can be found here: https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2026/06/12/who-is-eligible-for-the-new-one-off-menb-vaccine-programme/undefinedEligible young adults can book their MenB vaccination here https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/vaccination-and-booking-services/book-a-menb-vaccination-appointment/

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

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

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

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, 

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