GORILLA GOES OUT ON A LIMB IN ACORN HUNT

Alf the gorilla enjoys an acorn on a branch at  Longleat Safari& Adventure Park PIC Ian TurnerFeaturing more than a dozen mature trees in an extensive outdoor grassed area, the spacious gorilla enclosure overlooks Longleat’s Half Mile Lake and utilises natural boundaries wherever possible without the barriers of bars or glass. In addition to the existing trees, keepers have installed a selection of outdoor climbing logs and frames. The gorillas also share a large indoor shelter with a communal area featuring ropes, swings and climbing apparatus. Full Story: Read More

Can you spare some time to help the homeless?

Connect - CentreWith the cold weather setting in, it’s this time of year that we appreciate our central heating but spare a thought for those people who have nowhere warm to go this winter.For the last couple of years the Elim Connect Centre, Shepton Mallet Salvation Army and Mendip District Council have worked together to set up an Emergency Cold Weather Shelter based in Shepton Mallet. Full Story: Read More

Fruitfull Quiz Night for Red Berry Recruitment

Red Berry Recruitment Charity Quiz NightOn Wednesday 16th October 2013 at The Wessex Hotel in Street. Red Berry Recruitment hosted a Quiz Night for Somerset Community Foundation. SCF are a part of a national network of community foundation charities dedicated to strengthening local communities, creating opportunities and tackling issues of disadvantage and poverty in Somerset. It was a very successful night raising over £300 in total. Full Story: Read More