Tribute Western Counties Western North: Wellington Chiefs 19pts, Chard 27 Another spirited display by the Chiefs ended in a local derby defeat by Chard at the Athletic Ground this afternoon (Saturday). The Chiefs paid the price for a slow start, conceding three first-half tries before mounting a determined second-half fightback. Chard crossed twice in the …
Jewson Western League premier division: Wellington 1, Sidmouth Town 4 Wellington suffered a disappointing home defeat by Sidmouth Town, with a series of injuries adding to a difficult day for the Tangerines. Glen Wright scored his first goal of the season to bring them level midway through the first half, but the visitors regained their …
There were three matches played in the men’s league at Wellington Bowling Club this week. Graham Brown’s Welly team won against Spoofers. Jay Merrell’s Bowlsheviks beat Vikings and Tony Gibson’s Fun Loving Lads took the honours against Newbies. Paul Williams, John Lane, Andrew Pearce and Darren Sparks’ Spoofers began well, taking the lead in the …
Avon and Somerset Police have issued the following advice for Halloween … If you’re planning on trick-or-treating this year, please remember to look out for homes displaying a ‘Sorry, No Trick or Treaters’ poster. For many, Halloween is a night of fun, fancy dress and sweets. But for some, unexpected knocks at the door and …
Sport fans are spoilt for choice today (Saturday) with both Wellington Chiefs and Wellington AFC playing at home. The Chiefs have a local derby as they welcome Chard to the Athletic Ground in Tribute Counties Western North, ko 2.30pm. After a tricky start to the season, the Chiefs (squad below) are showing distinct improvement while …
With the cost-of-living crisis continuing to bite, a special event is being held at the Kings Arms Community Hub next week to help people prepare for winter. It’s being organised by Thrive, a Somerset Crisis and Resilience Support Partner. They say: “Worried about rising costs or staying warn this winter? “Meet our Crisis and Resilience …
A busy route on the south side of Wellington is currently closed to traffic. The town council says Wessex Water has closed Pyles Thorne Road to perform leak repairs. The 24-hour carriageway closure is expected to end on Monday. Somerset Council has said: “We recognise that this is not an ideal situation given the ongoing …
Drivers in Wellington should be aware of a speed limit change on the A38 into and out of Taunton. The section of the road between the Orchard Grove roundabout at Rumwell and the Silk Mills roundabout – where the A38 meets the A3065 Silk Mills Road – now has a 30mph limit. Previously, it was …
The list of weekly warm spaces to help local people struggling with the cost-of-living crisis is growing. Next week, Wellington Warm Welcome will launch at the Kings Arms Community Hub, running every Monday from 1pm to 3pm. The second new warm space is in the Orangery at Nynehead Court every Tuesday from 11am to 2pm. …
Remembrance events in Wellington get under way this weekend. The Field of Remembrance on the Baptist church lawn in South Street will be dedicated in a short ceremony at 12 noon. Other events being organised locally include: Monday, November 2nd At 10am, the Poppy Pop-Up Shop will open in Fore Street. Also from 10am, members …
Chrissie Wellington, four-time Ironman World Champion and one of the most successful endurance athletes of all time, is visiting Wellington School next week. A school spokesperson said: “With an extraordinary sporting career and a wealth of experience at the very highest level, Chrissie will be sharing her insights into high performance and the importance of …
