WEATHER

The weather can be a determining factor in an event's success/failure. Getting correct information prior to the event will allow you to implement contingency plans where necessary.

Whilst you cannot change the weather, you can organise around the weather by getting information in advance.

Check online local forecasts at:

o       Met Office http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/

o       The Met Office provides a more detailed local forecast via a premium rate phone line. Further details at: www.met-office.gov.uk/services/wxcall/index.html

o       The Farmers Weather Forecast is on BBC Radio Four every Monday at 5.57am or can be seen at Farmers Weekly Interactive http://www.fwi.co.uk/Weather/Local.aspx?change=true

o       The BBC latest weather forecast is at http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/ukweather/ and the forecast for the month is at http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/ukweather/monthly_outlook.shtml

Weather Contingency Planning
Think about what you are going to do in the case of adverse weather, such as:

o       an alternative venue if it rains,
o       duck boards to cover puddles/mud
o       Wellington boots /umbrella hire
o       prior information to visitors e.g. change of venue
o       car parking - tractors to tow stuck vehicles.

CONTACT DETAILS

Somerset Highways: tel. 0845 3459155.

Fire services at the principal administration office:
Taunton: tel. 01823 365 352
Yeovil: tel. 01935 382 000
 
Police
Contact Avon and Somerset Police on their call centre number 0845 456 7000, who will put you in touch with the relevant officers.http://www.avonandsomerset.police.uk/