Shepton Mallet is full of life, love and colour this Autumn. Not only are the trees looking gorgeous, but many people are wearing the symbolic red poppy in the run up to remembrance Sunday. I am anti-war, but I am proud to wear my poppy in honour of all those brave people who served and those who lost their lives. My Grandfather fought in WWII, and my husband Wayne is a veteran himself. He served in the Royal Corps of Signals 35th regiment from the tender age of 15. It took a very long time for him to adjust to civilian life. We joined the Shepton branch of The Royal British Legion to meet like-minded people and get some much needed support, but it turned out to be great fun- with skittles nights and buffets at The Club ! British Legion volunteers are selling poppies, funky wristbands, reflectors, and enamel pins up at Tesco's , so please pop in to show your support. The money raised will help local people directly. You can also buy them from Dobbies, and the pop up shop in the market square. Another colourful charity event is “Art Under The Hammer” tonight at The Horseshoe Inn, Bowlish. Beautiful paintings by local artists will be auctioned to raise money for Southmead Hospital Charity (Brain Tumour Equipment) and 'Eady's Journey' a local support group for a young girl with Rett Syndrome. We had a fabulous bonfire and fireworks display, and soon it's carnival night. Shepton loves Autumn!
THE BRITISH LEGION MEET ON THE FIRST MONDAY OF EACH MONTH AT 7.30PM at The Conservative Club on Shepton High Street. ALL WELCOME !
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