Work Experience

The July 2006 heatwave made that month one of the hottest on record in the United Kingdom, with Somerset temperatures reaching 35°C. Residents visited beaches, pools and parks, while local ice-cream and bottled-water businesses reported sharply higher sales. The heat had mixed effects, however: the Three Horseshoes pub said customers avoided the beer garden and waited until cooler evening temperatures before going out. The event is presented as an early example of increasingly frequent heatwaves linked to climate change.

Cheddar First School has received the Bronze Attachment and Trauma Sensitive Schools Award after an assessment praised its culture of compassion, family partnerships, personalised support and wellbeing initiatives. Headteacher Suzi Smith said the award reflected the dedication of staff, students and families in creating a safe and nurturing environment. The school plans to work toward the Silver Attachment and Trauma Friendly Award.

In July 1996, more than 1,000 people attended a free Fun Day at Wellington Sports Centre in Corams Lane. The event, sponsored by Richardson's Garage, promoted an upcoming Summer Camp for children aged five to 14 and offered activities including fencing, archery, abseiling, table tennis, trampolining, squash and swimming.

Joe Reeves, site manager at Barratt Bristol’s Somer Meadows development in Midsomer Norton, has received the National House Building Council’s Pride in the Job Quality Award. Reeves, who began working in construction at 16 and became a site manager three years ago, said the recognition reflected his long-term commitment to quality and the efforts of his team.