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Tag: The Big Give Christmas Challenge

Posted on November 21, 2017

CHARITY CHRISTMAS CHALLENGE LAUNCHED TO SUPPORT COUNTY’S VULNERABLE WETLAND BIRDS

Redshank. Photo: Tom Marshall

Somerset Wildlife Trust has been selected for the first time to take part in The Big Give Christmas Challenge – the biggest UK online match funding campaign, which helps charities raise funds for good causes. Continued investment is needed for the Trust’s nature reserves on the Avalon Marshes. Full story: Read more

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RSS BBC Somerset News

  • Plea to 'use right NHS service' as pressure mounts December 22, 2025
    The NHS is urging patients to avoid A&E for minor issues and use 111 or pharmacies instead.
  • Timetable changes for festive bin collections December 22, 2025
    Bin and recycling collections will change over Christmas and New Year because of bank holidays.
  • New cycle link to improve station access December 21, 2025
    The council is using a central government grant to pay for the work
  • Bath ease past Newcastle to go top for Christmas December 21, 2025
    Bath overcome a disjointed start to beat winless Newcastle Red Bulls at Kingston Park.
  • How the south-west made Russell Howard funny December 21, 2025
    The comedian says its combination of "madness" and "warmth" helped nurture his talent for stand-up.

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