Everything you need to know about Street and coronavirus

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

Three more people have died in Mendip area care homes after contracting coronavirus, which highlights the seriousness of the pandemic.

And the latest figures have shown the latest number of cases by district, with Mendip now standing at 57.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson and the government has now published the road map for the next steps in the fight against coronavirus, including the wearing of face coverings "in some settings".

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

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It will be constantly updated, so if you would like to add any information, or correct any information that has become out-of-date, please email [email protected].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

Hecks Cider - farm shop still open, online orders are carrying on as normal.

P&K Meats - collection and delivery, the shop remains open to anyone wanting fresh products, but they ask that you please only make the journey if it is essential and you and your family are symptom free. If visiting the shop, please wait outside and they will come to you. Alternatively, they can deliver to you.

Peggy's Diner - collection and delivery, a family-run cafe offering freshly cooked meals for collection or delivery.

W G Grinter - A family-run business providing a variety of animal feeds, toys and treats. The shop is open for customers to collect their pet supplies or they can arrange delivery.

Mahalia's Cafe - Mahalia's Wellness Kitchen and Whole Food Cafe offers a variety of plant-based foods, gluten and dairy free, vegan, vegetarian and meat, with a curry club every Friday. Meals can be ordered in advance and collected from the cafe. They are also running a "pay it forward" scheme where you can add on the cost of an extra item, to be used by someone in need.

Eco Friendly Shop - Organic, fairtrade, upcycled and recycled products. They sell groceries, cleaning products, toiletries and gifts. Orders can be placed on their website.

Co-op - A wide range of fresh and chilled products including a selection from Pylle butcher Jon Thorner and many locally produced ales, wines and ciders. Opening times have been revised and they are currently open Monday to Sunday from 8am to 8pm.

McColl's - A range of range of everyday products and services. Current opening hours are Monday to Sunday from 7am to 8pm at the High Street and Ivython Road stores, and Monday to Sunday from 7am to 10pm at the West End store.

Street Kebab House - open and doing local takeaway food - kebabs, pizza, burgers and many more items - to Street and Glastonbury and near villages.

Vine Surgery - Remains open for appointments, but please follow government guidelines.

Vapers Online in Farm Road - due to being online they are in packing orders for deliveries each day. Free delivery over £30 otherwise postage and packing from £2.49. People can ring them on 01458 898224. They are still offering advice for those that want it and with the UK Menthol Cigarette ban due on May 20 they are keen for locals to know they are here for those who need guidance searching for a safer alternative.

Mark Robbins Improvements - while the showroom is closed, and all installs postponed, they are still able to provide remote window and door quotations and discuss conservatory and glazed extension requirements. Email [email protected]. Call 01458 445565.

Property Renovations - They are still open for quotations via video link or non-contact and they also have no issues with material availability.

Street Recycling Centre - back open with various restrictions from Monday May 11, and to see how the system works, click here.

West End Fish Bar - open for click and collect takeaways, and with a one-way system in place.

Who to contact for help

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

Mendip District Council - Council Tax, Benefits, Business Rates and Other Financial Help 0300 303 8588. The council has announced extra tax relief for vulnerable residents.

Street Parish Council - Clerk - 07539 414 205, Assistant Clerk - 07927 556 387, Assistant Clerk and Projects Officer - 07502 501 013.

Where to join in local volunteer efforts

Street Community Support Group - a group of volunteers providing support to the local community. Based in Street, they are also able to provide support to other villages and towns nearby. Email [email protected] for more information. They are fundraising for cream teas to be delivered to elderly and vulnerable people in Street.

Want to add something to this list?

If you have some information you would like to be added to this article, please email [email protected].

Updated: 14th May 2020