A Village on the Blackdown Hills
Welcome to Hemyock Wednesday, July 03 2024 @ 09:39 am UTC
On Wednesday December 6th, Members of St Mary's guild met to enjoy their
At this time of year the number of people visiting Lapland increases tenfold. There are now regular flights to this icy outpost of northern Europe and many families take the opportunity to visit 'Father Christmas'. It's a sort of seasonal Disneyland for children of all ages to experience the magic of meeting Santa Claus on his home turf. In fact, the idea of travelling to Father Christmas's home is so popular, that it was one of Jimmy Saville's most requested 'Fix-its', even back in the days when there were no direct flights. Being able to grasp
We invite anyone who would like to join us to meet at the Pump on Thursday 21st December, 6pm Young and old - all are warmly welcome!
The village were shocked to hear of the death of 3 year old Erin Thompson following a car accident in which her father also died.Her brother Jack, 4 years was also involved but was not badly injured and is now at home with his mother Jilly and partner Simon at Mill Leat.
The cubs and scouts from 1st Hemyock (pictured) paraded the new Cub Scout flag to the morning service at St Mary's Church, where it was blessed by the Rev David Sherwood who conducted the service.
Hemyock Singers tread the boards once again this autumn with a fast moving and witty production of the musical comedy play 'Crazy Capers Dodgy Deals', written by Chris Goy and Dave Ross.
Hemyock WI had had an interesting Summer programme of events.
We've been at Longmead for nearly 12 months now and all the members, both old and new, have enjoyed playing on the new courts. Our membership has increased substantially and the Club has been very pleased to welcome so many new members.
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Public Question TimeRemaining unsettled with showers and longer periods of rain.
Mostly cloudy, with light rain or drizzle developing at times. Some short-lived drier and brighter interludes are possible and perhaps some longer spells of sunshine by late afternoon. On the cool side for early July and rather breezy too. Maximum temperature 18 °C.
Showery rain tending to ease as the evening progresses, with most places then staying dry overnight. On the chilly side under the clearest skies as winds fall light. Minimum temperature 10 °C.
A brighter and warmer day is expected, with sunny spells. Turning increasingly breezy as the day progresses, with cloud and some rain returning to the far west by late evening. Maximum temperature 20 °C.
Unsettled on Friday, with showers or longer spells of rain. Sunny spells and scattered showers are expected through the weekend. Breezy, especially on Saturday. Temperatures generally below average.
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Sourced from the Met Office