Methodist Church News
YACWAG – Early morning birdsong walk – Strawberry line Mon 27th May 7.00-9.30 am
Attempted Burglary in Congresbury
The Police has informed us that a home was subject of an attempted burglary in Furnace Way, Congresbury, between 3am and 3:30am on the 9th. The suspects broke the lock on the rear door of the property in their efforts to gain entry, however this proved unsuccessful. Any information, CCTV images, please contact the Police on 101 quoting reference number: 5224118430 stating NHW. Or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Thank you for your support. Attachments: burglary-prevention-advice.pdf
Free Talk on Concorde
Free Talk hosted by the Rotary Club of Yatton and District. On Tuesday 28 May, 8pm, at The Bridge Inn, North End Road, Yatton BS49 4AU.
Fraud alert: Fake social media posts
***Injured dog found; can you help? Please share***
The Police has informed us that if you’re a social media user, you might have seen messages like this.
A post appears, often on local selling sites or community pages, asking people to share news of a lost or found pet.
It may be shared by hundreds of people, just like you, who want to see this beloved pet back home.
However, there was never a missing pet.
The post has been created by a fraudster, often using photos they found on the internet.
The fraudster can then change the post to anything they want to, so by the time your friends see it, they might see a post about a prize draw, or what seems like a good deal on a holiday property which doesn’t exist.
Fraudsters know that missing/injured pets will tug at people’s heartstrings. Sadly, they exploit this, overshadowing genuine missing pet posts.
They also know your friends are far more likely to trust a post shared by you.
Always question the source of anything you share on social media.
If you have experienced fraud, report it to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or via: www.actionfraud.police.uk. For more advice on staying safe on social media, visit: Stop! Think Fraud – How to stay safe from scams (stopthinkfraud.campaign.gov.uk)
Amanda Palmer – Bristol Half Marathon
Amanda Palmer, a Congresbury resident will be taking part in the half marathon on 19 May to raise awareness and funds for Cure Parkinson’s. Amanda was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease in December 2021, aged 47 years old and running has become more important to her than ever.
If you would like to sponsor Amanda you can do this using the information in the following attachement:
Congresbury Singers Summer Concert
The Congresbury Singers Summer Concert is an ”All American Program”.
Saturday 22 June @ 7.30 at the War Memorial Hall, Congresbury.
Tickets are £12.00 inc. refreshments and available from the PO, Re:Store Congresbury or on the door.
Re:Store Congresbury News
Making eco-friendly shopping an easy part of everyday life, Re:Store Congresbury is moving two doors down to 5 Broad Street, formerly Ziggy’s Deli. This expansion comes as they approach their fourth birthday on 15 June and celebrates the success of bringing sustainable shopping to Congresbury.
Opening on Tuesday 7 May 2024, Re:Store Congresbury will continue its mission to provide an affordable refill shopping experience as well as launching a new coffee shop with freshly-made food including pastries, salads, bakes and cakes. They will also provide refill milk, Bo Bom Gelato and a grab-and-go breakfast and lunch offer.
Co-Owner and Manager Claire Jones said, “After starting in the middle of a pandemic, Jo and I are proud of our little refill shop and excited to grow and develop the business. We love being part of the local community and can’t wait to see our friends and customers in the new space.
We also wanted to say a huge thank you to Congars Cafe who have allowed us to share their space for nearly four years and wish them luck with their new community ventures.”
They will open Tuesday to Saturday every week between 09:00 to 16:00 and can’t wait to welcome the local community to the new bigger, better Re:Store Congresbury.
Land At Well Park Congresbury
| Date | Tue 16 Apr 2024 |
| Application Type | Tree works |
| Development | G2 Blackthorn – Whole crown reduction to 3m above ground level, G2 Willows – Whole crown reduction to 3m above ground level, T10 Willows – Whole crown reduction to 4m above ground level, G3 Willows – Whole crown reduction to 4m above ground level. |
Land At Elms Farm Brinsea Road Congresbury BS49 5JL
| Date | Mon 15 Apr 2024 |
| Application Type | Full Planning Permission |
| Development | Partial demolition of an existing building (use class B8) (retrospective) and the erection of a replacement building (use class B8) (part retrospective) |
Yeo Meads High Street Congresbury BS49 5JA
| Date | Wed 10 Apr 2024 |
| Application Type | Tree works |
| Development | T1 Lime – Reduce crown by 1m. T2 and T3 – Robinia trees – Reduce crowns by upto 1.5m and remove mistletoe. |
Methodist Church News
Village clean-up day – Saturday 11th May
Annual Parish Meeting
Appeal for witnesses following robbery in Yatton
We are appealing for the public’s help following a robbery in Yatton.
On Thursday 11 April between 7.30-8am, the victim was walking down an alleyway in Mendip Road, Yatton, when an unknown man pushed the victim from behind before attempting to punch him.
They both ended up on the floor when the suspect grabbed the victim’s phone, a black Alcatel smartphone, and ran away.
The man is described as white/black, of large build, between 5ft 9ins and 5ft 11ins tall, wearing a blue hoodie and tracksuit bottoms.
If you were in the area and saw the incident, or have any dashcam, doorbell or CCTV footage along Ashleigh Crescent or Mendip Road, please contact us.
If you can help, please call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5224091888, or complete our online appeals form.
Congresbury Bowling Club – looking for new members!
Congresbury Bowling Club are after new members and have a Club night every Monday at 6pm where people can just come along and have a go. They are a really friendly and social club and have events all year round.
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Attempted Vehicle Theft: Homefield, Congresbury
A motorcycle was subject of attempted theft overnight on the 23rd April, whilst parked on Homefield, Congresbury. The owner of the BMW returned to find the opportunist thief had damaged the steering lock in their attempt.
Any information, CCTV images, please contact the Police on 101 quoting reference number: 5224105406 stating NHW. Or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Thank you for your support.
motorbike-scooter-securityRepair Cafe – Congars Cafe
Methodist Church News
YACWAG – Early morning birdsong walk – Mon 6th May 7 – 9 am
YACWAG – Family bat walk Friday 3rd May 8.20pm
Congresbury Scouts – celebrating 60th Anniversary
Join the Congresbury Scouts in celebrating 60 years of continuous scouting in the village with a church parade, games and a tea party on Sunday 21st April at St Andrew’s Church and Glebe Field.
All Scout families, past and present, are welcome to join! There will be a small exhibition of their history, in the church, including that of the pre-war Scout group that operated from 1922. Do come and see if you can see a photograph of someone that you know, and tell them the history; they have a huge unlabeled archive!
Parade from 2pm, church from 2.15pm and the party will last until about 4.30pm!
Forthcoming BLUEY Day Trips for residents
Smallway Farm Smallway Congresbury BS49 5AA
| Date | Fri 05 Apr 2024 |
| Application Type | Prior approval request for the erection of a single storey rear extension |
| Development | Prior approval request for the erection of a single storey rear extension with a flat roof that would 1) extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by 4.95 metres; 2) have a maximum height of 3.51 metres and 3) have eaves that are 2.40 metres high. |
YACWAG – Cobthorn Reserve walk Sat 20th April – booking essential.
Children’s Hospice South West
Annual plant sale and coffee morning
Saturday 27th April, 10.00 to 12.00
Methodist church hall
Beautiful plants for your garden or tubs
Homemade jams, cakes etc for sale
Raffle
Congresbury Scout Group Parade & Party
Congresbury Scout Group will be celebrating 60 years of continuous scouting in the village with a Parade and Party on Sunday 21st April. All ex members of the Scout group are invited to join us. The Parade will start in Mill Leg at shortly after 14.00, arrive at St Andrew’s Church at 14.30, for a short traditional St George’s Day service, followed by games and a celebration tea party. There will be a small exhibition of memorabilia in the Church or the Refectory, open most of the day. For further information, or if you have memories to contribute, speak to Alex Ballard on 07894338995, or email cidercot.alex@gmail.com.
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