As we remain deep into the coronavirus lockdown, Cheddar residents are doing their bit to make sure the spread of Covid-19 is kept to a minimum.

So far, one person has died in the Cheddar area after contracting coronavirus, which highlights the seriousness of the pandemic.

And figures of coronavirus cases at a district level have been updated, with Sedgemoor standing at 155.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson and the government have published the road map of the next steps in the fight against coronavirus, which includes wearing face coverings "in some settings".

Visit Somerset has urged people to only visit the Cheddar area if they are coming for exercise and if they live within one hour's drive.

The chairman of the parish council has called on the police to control anti-social driving in the village to help Cheddar return to normal.

However, Cheddar residents are showing resilience and continuing to go about their work and look after their families in as safe a way as possible.

There is even a friendly orangutan, going around the village spreading cheer to all the families.

To help make sure there is a place where everyone can access information, this article aims to inform residents about everything they need to know regarding the crisis.

It will be constantly updated, so if you would like to add any information, or correct any information that has become out-of-date, please email [email protected].

The aim is to make this article as comprehensive as possible, so please do get in touch with anything you would like to add.

What's Open

Woodbury Insurance Brokers - continuing to trade as normal but dealing with all customers via telephone only, until further notice.

Street Car Repair - open and operating in a safe manner to keep villagers on the road.

TAGB Tae Kwon-Do - every Tuesday at 11am and 6pm they are running free online beginner sessions so you can try something new during lock-down.

Laura How Online Counselling - Rather than traditional face to face counselling Laura is offering 1:1 support appointments via phone, Skype or Facetime so that you can connect with her from the comfort and safety of your own home.

Extra Mile Printing - during national lockdown, they are working from home to stay safe and allow them to continue their service when they can.

How Photography - offering good rates for local people for any kind of photography work once there is no longer a need for social distancing.

Kam Motors - open as usual.

Birch Moon Wellbeing Centre - running online gentle yoga, meditation and relaxation sessions.

The Cheddar Gorge Cheese Company - taking orders online, by email or by phone. They will deliver or you can collect from them in Cheddar Gorge.

Cobbs of Cheddar - They have stayed open all through the current crisis, with a home delivery service available. Also call and collect.

La Rocca Restaurant - During Covid-19 they are open and doing takeaways, collection and delivery service.

What's Closed

Frank's Restaurant - currently closed but working hard on new menus for when they are allowed to open.

Zen Thai Restaurant - Zen Thai Restaurant is now temporarily closed in line with the government guidance.

Cheddar Recycling Centre - details of plans to reopen the site are expected within the next few days.

The road through Cheddar Gorge will be closed for the bank holiday weekend - details here.

Who to contact for help

Corona and the Cheddar Valley Community - Facebook group run to offer support to anyone who needs it. Two helplines - 0333 772 1934 for help and assistance, and 0333 772 1935 - for a friendly chat. To volunteer, contact the team through the Facebook group.

Somerset County Council - Coronavirus Hotline (open daily 8am-6pm) 0300 790 6275. Adult Social Care, Children's Services, Highways - 0300 123 2224

Sedgemoor District Council - Council Tax, Benefits, Business Rates and Other Financial Help 0300 303 7800.

Cheddar Parish Council - Clerk - 01934 743217.

Where to join in local volunteer efforts

The Rotary Club of Mendip - busy helping the community in a number of ways. For more information about helping the Rotary, contact the team through their Facebook page.

Want to add something to this list?

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Updated: 21st May 2020