Watch this fox trying to reach the fatballs
Foxes are desperate for food at this time of year and I caught this one on camera trying to get to the fatballs on my swinging bird table in my garden.
Online exercise sessions – book ahead for the New Year! Work off that Christmas pud!
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We’ve just added the first two weeks worth of online exercise sessions restarting in the New Year. So you can kick off your New Years resolution to get fit by booking ahead. The classes are open to anyone over 60 … Continued
Available now – the latest Age UK Somerset eNewsletter
The latest issue of our eNewsletter has been published to coincide with International Older Persons Day (1st October). Make sure you subscribe so you get the next one, hot off the press, by email.
Age Friendly Tourism Business of the Year Award – Enter by 27th September
Do know a business that goes out of their way to make sure older customers feel comfortable, safe, welcomed and happy? The Age Friendly Tourism Award (part of the Bristol, Bath and Somerset annual Tourism Awards) recognises and celebrates those … Continued
Not sure how to Zoom? Online shopping not your bag? You need FREE One-to-One Covid secure IT/Technology support sessions for older people at The Engine Room, Bridgwater
Are you aged over 50? Do you need help to set up Zoom so you can stay in touch with family and friends? Are you struggling with online shopping? The highly experienced and skilled team at Bridgwater’s Engine Room are … Continued
A Dolphin stampede video
Just a nice video of dolphins from the BBC website.
A groan inducing joke
I’m sorry. I don’t know where this came from……
Episode 2 of ‘Walking Around My Garden’
So it’s been 16 weeks since i filmed the Pilot Episode of ‘Walking Around My Garden’. What has changed? Almost everything! (apologies, I forgot I should film horizontally instead of vertically!) CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE PILOT EPISODE AND COMPARE!
Balls for Boredom – some Knitters’ yarns!
So far we have sent out over 220 balls of wool and more than a dozen charities have benefited! We’ve been delighted to receive feedback from the recipients of the wool about what a difference it has made during lockdown … Continued
200 Balls for Boredom sent!
We’ve now sent over 200 balls of wool out to over 60’s across Somerset and North Somerset as part of our Balls for Boredom scheme. The wool, which is new, has been donated by various kind businesses and individuals, and … Continued
Phased re-opening of Libraries
This information has been taken from a Somerset West and Taunton Council update. Phased re-opening of Somerset Libraries with new order-and-collect service “We are very pleased to announce that as part of the phased reopening of library buildings, the order-and-collect … Continued
Enjoy a sing-a-long online!
If you are at home and isolated and love a good old fashioned singalong you should join a sofa sing-a-long from Goldies Live! The GOLDIES charity used to have 200 daytime groups meeting up to sing. These are closed for … Continued
Focus Group – Can you help Somerset Libraries by being part of a focus group?
Or perhaps you have friends, family or neighbours that might be interested? The sessions will run for 30 mins on ZOOM, dates to be confirmed. (don’t let ZOOM put you off, you will be offered support to use it) Just … Continued
GUESS HOW MANY PEA-PLE ARE AT THE PYRAMID STAGE TO WIN A RARE SIGNED GLASTONBURY 2019 POSTER!
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As Age UK Somerset is a Somerset charity, and as one of the most well known things in Somerset is the Glastonbury Festival, and as it is Glastonbury Festival time, we thought we could have a little fun and also … Continued
Fancy a treat? Free cream teas to be delivered to older people in North Somerset! Yum!
Do you know anyone over 70 in Portishead, Easton-In-Gordano, Nailsea, Clevedon or Long Ashton, perhaps living alone or a couple, who are isolating, missing people and could do with cheering up? A very kind hospitality professional called Lisa has come … Continued
More Free Activities for Education or Entertainment
Have you heard of the Workers Educational Association (WEA)? They have a fun range of exciting FREE activities to keep you entertained during these uncertain times. Join them on your computer, mobile phone or tablet via the Zoom app. They … Continued
Take a 31 day creativity challenge! Free resources from The Age of Creativity
The 31 creative challenges are a designed to be month of short, daily inspirations to try. Each of the challenges was created by a member of an Age UK community club, in partnership with a creative practitioner from 64 Million … Continued
Richard Lennox Fundraising Concert….tonight!
Tonight we were due to hold a fundraising concert featuring the marvellous Richard Lennox! Of course we’ve had to postpone, so instead here’s a video of him playing the Albert Hall! If you feel like dropping some spare change in … Continued
“We are here for you day or night” – Marcus Trescothick introduces a short video about the emotional support offered through Mindline
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Marcus Trescothick introduces this short video about how the NHS, Somerset County Council and local charities (including Age UK Somerset) have come together to give emotional support and counselling and someone to talk to if you are feeling isolated or … Continued
Admire these wonderful bird photos from Carl Bovis a Somerset Nature Photographer
Carl Bovis, based in Somerset, posts amazing photos of garden birds regularly on twitter. He has over 42,000 followers, but if you don’t use Twitter you can view some of his posts here. Use the scroll bars at the side … Continued
Keep your mind active with a Daily online Crossword
I’ve just discovered this daily crossword page. The crosswords are free but it plays a 10 second advert before you can start. You fill in your answers online and it automatically highlights the next relevant clue. Clever. Also there is … Continued
A little act of kindness can boost your Mental Health – Mental Health Awareness Week 18-24th May
Mental Health Awareness Week is the UK’s national week to raise awareness of mental health and mental health problems and inspire action to promote the message of good mental health for all. Hosted by the Mental Health Foundation, it takes … Continued
How to use WhatsApp for Video Calling – new guide from BT with Clare Balding
BT have produced an illustrated guide to how to use WhatsApp for making video calls. There is a pdf document on how to make video calls which can be viewed here Or for a basic introduction Clare Balding has made … Continued
Enjoy this lively keyboard concert from Richard Lennox
This lively hour long performance by Richard Lennox was live streamed on Facebook on 10th May. Richard was due to perform a fundraising concert for Age UK Somerset at the end of May. This has been postponed but to keep … Continued
Everything you ever wanted to know about Bumblebees (but were afraid to ask?)
Local photographer Kit Houghton has produced this interesting short video presentation all about the beloved Bumble bee.
Learn all about Steepholm – by Kit Houghton
We’re very pleased that local photographer Kit Houghton has allowed us to share his fascinating presentation on Steepholm. I’ve never been lucky enough to visit, but you can’t miss this landmark if you’re on the coast at Sedgemoor, West Somerset … Continued
Bishops Lydeard couple celebrate their 70th Wedding Anniversary during lockdown
This clip of Margaret and Derek celebrating their 70th Anniversary appeared on BBC Radio Somerset’s feed on Twitter. You may not have access to Twitter so I thought I’d share this lovely story here…..
Facemasks – how to wear & make your own
Full advice on how to wear and to make your own cloth face covering can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/how-to-wear-and-make-a-cloth-face-covering/how-to-wear-and-make-a-cloth-face-covering The following information is taken from the Government website: Making your own face covering Using a T-shirt You will need: an … Continued
Interested in Birds? Somerset author Stephen Moss shows how to distinguish the calls of pigeons and doves
Learn to distinguish the songs of the wood pigeon, collared dove and the stock pigeon with Stephen Moss, naturalist and author. Learn to distinguish the songs of the wood pigeon, collared dove and the stock pigeon with @StephenMoss_TV, naturalist and … Continued
Watch a squirrel take on this NHS themed obstacle course
A man has built an NHS-themed obstacle course for squirrels in his garden as a “quirky” tribute to health service staff to make them “smile”. Click here to watch the video on the BBC website.
Watch the National Theatre’s Frankenstein(s) from Thursday 23rd April-8th May!
Each week the National Theatre are giving free access to one of their productions on YouTube. We’ve had Jane Eyre and Treasure Island, and starting from 7pm this week AND next there are two versions of Frankenstein – first with … Continued
Watch National Theatre productions Live from your sofa! This week Jane Eyre
The National Theatre in London is currently closed but the NT Live catalogue is now open – and streaming full length plays direct to homes every Thursday, around the world, for free. I saw this production of Jane Eyre streamed … Continued
£18 worth of flower seeds “free” with £8 Gardeners World magazine delivered
If you’re interested in gardening and want to look forward to seeing flowers in your beds and pots, the latest issue of Gardeners World Magazine has 6 packets of seeds included. Also a 2-for-1 card for visiting gardens (obviously the … Continued
The simple pleasure of watching wagtails
A member of Age UK Somerset staff sent me this lovely picture of wagtails on their patio. If you have any nice picture of birds or wildlife you can see from your house please email me or (appropriately) tweet including … Continued
How to use Zoom for video catch-ups
We may never have heard of it two weeks ago, but now Zoom has become one of the go-to apps for families and friends to video chat together while physical distancing rules are in place. You can use Zoom on … Continued
How to use Twitter
Twitter is a very popular social media site where users can follow and connect with each other by sending and retweeting short message and links to videos and images, etc. There are millions of accounts you can follow depending on … Continued
Discover the Best Books of the 20th Century
When I’m looking for something new to read I often visit the www.goodreads.com website to look for recommendations. It now you have the time to catch up with your reading but you want to read something worthwhile, why not have … Continued
Explore 60,000 Free Books online at Project Gutenberg
Project Gutenberg is an American website library of over 60,000 free eBooks. Download them or read them online. Choose among free epub and Kindle eBooks. You will find the world’s great literature here, with focus on mostly older literary works. … Continued
Prizes for creative over 70s!
King Lear Prizes are “The new national literary and creative arts prizes for ordinary people who are stuck at home because of Coronavirus. Due to the current Coronavirus outbreak across the world, many people in the UK are staying at … Continued
Listen to BBC Radio 4 Extra – It has no news!
BBC Radio 4 Extra broadcasts comedy, drama, and feature programming nationally 24 hours a day including the BBC’s archive content. The channel has been recommended to us because it has good radio programmes but more importantly, no news! Sometimes it’s … Continued
What you should be doing in your garden in April
If you’re lucky enough to have a garden, here is information from the Royal Horticultural Society on the Top 10 jobs you should be doing in it now. https://www.rhs.org.uk/advice/in-month/april
Gardening Tips from Christine Walkden
Listen to gardening tips and advice from expert gardener Christine Walkden on the Age UK website
Maintaining Independence: Gardening
Interesting article from Age Co with tips on how to stay independent in the garden, low maintenance planting and weeding and how you can keep yourself safe and well. Gardening is a pastime which many of us cherish. It can … Continued
Listen to audiobooks for free with BBC Sounds
A large number of audiobooks from the classic to the modern are available online or via the BBC Sounds App or website. Visit: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/category/audiobooks
Learn a language a fun way
A small green friendly owl can help you learn a language in fun bite size chunks every day. Duolingo Duolingo is a free app can be downloaded through the Google Play Store or Apple App Store and you have a … Continued
Have a go at making simple soda bread
Losing your loaf? Or down to your last slice of bread? This simple recipe has few ingredients and doesn’t involve any kneading or proving. Apparently it tastes delicious. If you give it a go, let us know how you get … Continued
Oh la la, “Easy” Croissant Recipe
If you’ve got flour, butter, yeast, sugar and salt why not challenge yourself to becoming an expert croissant baker! I’ve not tried this recipe yet but I will as an experiment that I can (hopefully) eat! If you give it … Continued
The UK’s Official Lockdown Listening List!
Find out which songs are the most popular. It’s a mix of uplifting classics, “apocalyptic” isolation songs and kids’ favourites according to the Offical Charts Company. What are you listening to? Add your comments below! Click here to view the … Continued
Learn a new word every day
Visit Word of the Day from the Merriam Webster dictionary to learn a new word every day! This is an American dictionary so occasionally the meaning or the spelling of the words is different – looking out for these differences … Continued
Fancy learning to crack cryptic crosswords?
If you are looking for a distracting/stimulating/frustrating hobby to occupy your time during lock down, you could do worse that put your mind to solving cryptic crosswords. Click here for a link on how to solve Cryptic Crosswords during Coronavirus