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Dave Hinksman Miles Kitching Nicola Richardson Aaron Potter

6. Your will and the family home

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16. Westbury on Trym Christmas fayre 17. Christmas in Avonmouth 18. The Port Of Bristol Bowls Club 21. Why Bristol Should have a statue of Dave Prowse 22. Creamy Christmas Cocktails 25. New years resolutions (Business)

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Your Will and The Family Home For most couples their home is their largest asset.

The thought of it ending up in the wrong hands on our death or our partner’s death is horrifying. Most couples own their homes as ‘Joint Tenants’.

This means that when one dies, the survivor automatically becomes the owner of 100% of the property. The majority of couples who have made Wills, have simple Mirror Wills which gift everything to the survivor when the first spouse dies and then onto the children on second death.

Tenants in Common If the way the home is owned is changed to ‘Tenants in Common’ and your Will is changed to include a Life Interest Trust. Then whoever dies first, their share in the property is protected and the interest is ring fenced for your children.

There is nothing wrong with this type of Will.

However, the disadvantage comes should the survivor remarry, suffer bankruptcy or need long term care. If the survivor remarries, then marriage automatically revokes previously prepared Wills.

This means that the new spouse would inherit under the Intestacy rules if the surviving spouse did not make a new Will for the benefit of your children If the survivor fell out with any of the children, there is nothing to stop the survivor cutting them out of the Will after the first spouse passed away. This is particularly relevant when there are children from previous relationships.

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Your garden in December

Frost, rain and winds are increasingly common this month and most of us would probably like to stay inside in the warm with a glass of mulled wine. The beginning of the month will probably be dedicated to decorating the Christmas tree. For many people this is an essential part of their festival traditions and there’s nothing quite like a real Christmas tree to decorate a room and fill the home with that nostalgic seasonal aroma. There are however a few jobs to do in the garden during December, so wrap up warm and enjoy those crisp, dry winter mornings.

Clear leaves Clear leaves from lawns, patios, borders and ponds. Not only will this keep the garden looking tidy but it will remove any pests and diseases that are present in the rotting vegetation. Enjoy your garden!

The essential gardening jobs for December Protect perennial plants Protect perennial plants from the worst of the winter weather by mulching borders with at least 5cm of bark, compost or manure.

Mulching not only protects roots, and tubers from frost but it also enriches the soil, which will help to give your plants a great start next spring.

Plant of the month: Sarcacocca Why should you plant them?

Saracocca is a slow growing plant that can give great coverage to any spot in the garden. A vastly underrated shrub, its commonly known as “Sweet Box” or “Christmas Box” Its a tough reliable plant that is really easy to grow making it a perfect plant for winter.

Brighten up containers Brighten up containers with evergreens and winter flowering plants. Ivy, pansy, viola, cyclamen and shrubs that look great in the winter such as Leucothoe will make an attractive display to cheer up those dark days.

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Bristol’s Christmas Market 2017 The Bristol’s Christmas Market will once again return to the heart of the City Centre on Broadmead. We are aiming at adding an additional highlight to the Christmas season for this great location. Along the high street there will be a variety of unique gifts, presents and food on offer.

Established traders will be there as well as new highlights which Xmas Markets Ltd. will include in Bristol’s Christmas Market.

Broadmead turns again into a christmassy shopping street for the young and the young at heart.

Approx 55 authentically decorated wooden chalets will sell a wide range of unique gifts and unusual Christmas presents as well as delicious food. Wooden and soft toys, unique jewellery, beautiful lights and many more Christmassy products are offered in a magical winter atmosphere.

Sip a warming“Glühwein” (German Mulled Wine) or drink a German Beer at our Jägerbarn (open 10am-10pm), enjoy a famous Bratwurst or indulge yourself with other culinary specialities and delicious treats at our Food Village at the Podium (open 10am-10pm).

Traditional Christmas music will enthrall visitors, filling them with the Christmas spirit. Reservations for Christmas Parties and other enquiries can be made via our website or Facebook page: www.xmas-markets.com www.facebook.com/ChristmasMarketBristol

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THE TOP 3 MOVIES FOR DECEMBER

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What once was lost will swiftly be found again in Decembers crop of blockbuster movies. Whether it’s the Barden Bellas desire to be the best vocal group in the world, a withered and weary Luke Skywalker, or the hidden game of Jumanji.

Kicking us off in a big way on December 14th is Disney’s highly-anticipated space opera sequel, Star Wars: The Last Jedi.

Picking up mere moments after The Force Awakens’ cliff-hanger ending, the evil First Order have regrouped following Starkiller base’s destruction, making the efforts of Rey, Finn, and the rest of the Resistance even more vital. Thankfully Jedi Luke has found his new apprentice.

Two heavy hitters then fill out the rest of the Christmas month with Pitch Perfect 3 and Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, both releasing on December 20th. It’s last call for the pitches of the Barden Bellas with this third and final outing having them face their biggest challenge yet: actual musical instruments.

Meanwhile Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle sees a group of angsty teens accidentally sucked into the same destructive game that plagued Robin Williams way back in 1995. Now headed up by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, for the first time we’ll experience the game from the inside, as our team fend off creatures and crawlies to make it back home.

Direct Local Magazine and Cineworld Bristol are continuing this excitement, with competitions on our Facebook Page www.facebook.com/ directlocals.

There’s so much to see this December, so be sure not to miss out.

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Events guide December Family-Friendly

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Winter Wonderland at The Mall, Cribbs Causeway Event Date: 16th Nov – 7th Jan This fantastic festive experience encompasses the South West’s largest outdoor ice rink (over 1,000 sq. metres), Santa’s Enchanted Ice Castle, a magical Christmas train ride inside The Mall and a selection of festive foodie treats to enjoy.

Venue: The Mall at Cribbs Causeway, Bristol, BS34 5DG

Carols in the Barn at Winterbourne Medieval Barn Event date: 16 – 17th Dec Description: A group of busy angels are making sure everything for the birth of Jesus goes to plan....but does it?

Members of St Michael’s Church, young and old, will again present their own light-hearted dramatic take on the familiar Nativity story.

Venue: Church Lane, Winterbourne, Bristol, BS36 1SE

Santa’s at Wild Place Project Event Date : 2nd - 23rd dec Description: Get outdoors and enjoy Wild Place Project in winter, exploring the chilly woods and spotting animals from across the world, not to mention meeting the main man himself. Pre-book your Santa’s Yurt experience online today to secure a visit and get yourself onto the ‘good’ list - we’ve heard those who do receive a gift!

Venue: Blackhorse Hill, Bristol, BS10 7TP

CHRISTMAS AT CATTLE COUNTRY! Event Date: 16 - 23rd Dec Description: Santa will again be visiting Cattle Country for festive fun this Christmas.

Venue: Cattle Country Adventure Park Berkeley Heath Farm Berkeley Glos Sisters Steaming Circle Event Date: 17th Dec Description: Step into the sacred circle of sisterhood once again and embrace the beauty of our feminine power. In this workshop we’ll learn about the ancient, natural health ritual that is Yoni steaming.

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Santas on the Run Bristol Event Date: 10th Dec Description: Run, jog, skip or walk Raising money for our festive 2k fun run for all the family Venue: Bristol Harbourside Christmas Eve Party at The Huntsman Christmas Dinner Dance No.3 Event Date: 24th Dec Event Date: 15th Dec Description: Our amazing family Description: Fantastic 3 Course friendly Christmas Eve party with Festive Meal, Crackers, All The live Dj to help kick off the ChristTrimmings PLUS Live music from mas party.

The Q Band Venue: Westerleigh Road Venue: BAWA Healthcare & Downend Bristol Leisure 589 Southmead Road Filton Bristol

Misc Rooted at The Huntsman Event Date: 16th Dec Description: Third Saturday of our Big Band of Christmas the amazing Rooted are in the house!

Venue: Westerleigh Road Downend Bristol The Biggest Party Of The Year! with music from HOOPER Event Date: 22nd Dec Description: The Biggest Party Of The Year!

Venue: BAWA Healthcare & Leisure 589 Southmead Road Filton Bristol The Zu Zu Men at The Huntsman Event Date: 23rd Dec Description: Black Friday weekend the amazing Zu Zu Men are the Fourth band in our Big Band nights of December Venue: Westerleigh Road Downend Bristol New Year’s Eve Disco Party in the Concorde Room Event Date: 31st Dec Description: Welcome the start of a New Year with a great mix of classic party anthems.

Venue: BAWA Healthcare & Leisure 589 Southmead Road Filton Bristol

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Westbury on Trym Christmas Fayre Saturday 16th December 11am-3pm Don your winter woollies and be prepared to fill up your Christmas stockings with some delightful gifts from the Westbury on Trym Christmas Fayre on Saturday 16th December, from 11am-3pm. With a mix of over 40 stalls from local independents, live entertainment, delicious food and drink, children’s activities and a fun fair it promises to be an afternoon full of festive cheer supporting Bristol homeless charity StreetLife and the BS9 Advent of Kindness.

Bristol North West MP Darren Jones will be opening the Fayre at 11am alongside an uplifting and energetic live performance by local group African Sambistas. There will also be entertainment from Bristol Free School choir, the Cafe Crew, Free Range Acapella singers and a veritable line-up of talented local singers and musicians all giving their time for free.

The offering from this year’s stalls includes everything from local produce to handmade crafts, cheeses and chutneys to exquisite jewellery, imaginative children’s toys and clothing, and more wonderful festive gift ideas than you can shake your sleigh bells at. For food and drink lovers there will be some mouthwatering delights from deli style warm brisket sarnies to filled crepes and of course mulled wine to warm you up and wash it all down.

Alongside the fun fair, Red Bus Nursery & Preschool will be providing free activities and face painting for children and make sure to look out for a dancing Santa and his elves and the return of Olaf the snowman.

Many of the local shops will also have stalls at the Fayre so you can come along and find out what Westbury has to offer all year round. The organisational team would also like to thank the following local businesses who have kindly sponsored the Fayre and without who this wonderful community event would not be possible. Many thanks to Craig Short Building contractor, Kemps Jewellers, Edith Wilmott Florist, Sarah C Fruit and Veg, Merilyn’s, Marie’s Bargains, Number 7 Kitchen and We Make Bristol. Printing sponsored by Westbury Inks, St Johns Ambulance sponsored by Samuel David Eco Salon, Tombola sponsored by Premier Healthcare, advertising by Direct Local Magazine, advertising and reindeer from BS9 Magazine.

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The Port Of Bristol Bowls Club The club Annual General Meeting took place on Thursday November 2nd and was attended by more than thirty members.

A generally successful season was reported by Captains and Club Officers with many hours of bowling being enjoyed both in mixed friendly games and competitive games for both Ladies and Gentlemen from April until the first day of October. There was a very warm and successful tour based in Bournemouth in July, finals week-end in September and Presidents Day at the end of the same month.

Bowling on six rinks, this game was a real challenge for predominantly outdoor bowlers against those who those who are accomplished at the indoor game. City and Port did well to win one rink --- well done Bill Hatherall --- but the host club came out comfortable winners overall. There was a meal and a drink at the end of the game ---- a chance for a chat between bowlers and perhaps a meeting with someone not seen for a season or two.

The following two games will be against local club sides on ----Saturdays ---- January 20th and March 3rd --- 2018.

The election of officers and captains resulted in largely an unchanged picture from season 2017. David Hinksman will continue as President ---- the third year of a three year fixed term of office.

Lis Davies continues as Chairperson, Heather Champion as Secretary and Bill Hatherall as Treasurer and Mens League Captain.

Dee Crawley continues as Competition Secretary and Ray Cook as Wednesday Captain. Gill Hinksman is once again Ladies League and Friendly Captain. Flo Grimes is once again the club delegate to the Ladies Gloucestershire Bowls Association and David Hinksman Delegate to the Men’s County Association. Bill Hatherall is delegate to the City and County Of Bristol. The office of week-end captain was carried over until the pre-season meeting in March 2018. The one new appointment was that of Fixtures Secretary --- previously held by Steve Tilly --- taken now by Phil Cormack.

A new appointment has been created ---- Master of The Flag and the first holder of this post is Trevor Scanlon. The club has a new seven metre flagpole and a new flag. It is hoped that the flag will fly when bowling is in progress at the green from the 2018 season onward. Thanks go to Nisbets for their help in bringing the flagpole to the green during the summer.

When the last wood of the season has come to rest at the other end of the green, all the benches and equipment put away for the winter ---- it is time to go indoors and bowl at the City and County of Bristol Indoor Bowling Club.

A number of City and Port of Bristol Bowlers do join that club and bowl there regularly through the dark days of winter. But, for those not inclined to join there are three opportunities to try bowling on what is a vastly different surface to grass.

The first of these was on Saturday 4th November when the opponents were ---- the City and County Indoor Club Team.

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There is also the chance to bowl indoors at the TLH in Torquay at the end of January 2018 on the clubs Winter Bowling Break --- which is five days of bowling and much more.

The Winter Social events have become very much a part of the clubs year and the first of this years will be on Sunday 10th December --- a skittles evening with added attractions --- at the City and Port of Bristol Club starting at 7.30pm. More will follow until the eve of the new outdoor season.

For further information about the club and how to join please call David Hinksman on 0117 9082713. We do have big car park, the chance to play as many or as few games as suits you, good social facilities and competitive fees.

There are people with lots of experience to offer help and advice and the chance to come and try before you decide ---- is this for me?

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Why Bristol should have a statue of Dave Prowse As a city, we have a

justifiable claim to the silver screen’s most recognisable villain, but within that claim lays a deeper, more heroic champion, one that we should be proud of well beyond one of the most famous characters of all time.

Before donning the black cape and mask, to become the original Photo by Dan Jamieson Darth Vader, David Prowse MBE was a bodybuilding and weightlifting champion. He was also the Green Cross Code man, who, during his campaign as the green hero, managed to reduce road accidents involving children, by an estimated 33,000 during the 1970’s.

David Prowse was born, raised and lived in Southmead Bristol

There is so much more to David’s life achievements, and do we even have a sports hall somewhere dedicated to him? He has done Bristol proud, when was the last time this city, our city, dedicated something to such a great citizen? And who better than our very own David Prowse MBE? The Statue David is most famous for his role as Darth Vader, but has always said his role as The Green Cross Code man was the most rewarding, it also earned him his MBE. He belongs in the city centre with the other statues of our great citizens, with a quote we hope to obtain from him, a statue that shows his staggering physical presence (he was 6ft 6in) and represents his two greatest roles.”

Article by Perry Hicks

But it didn’t just end with the above mentioned facts, David appeared in excess of 60 films, he is good friends with David “Del Boy” Jason, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Lou Ferrigno, and he was also contracted to “bulk up” Christopher Reeve for his role as Superman.

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Creamy Christmas Cocktails

Real Irish Cream Once you have tried the real thing, branded versions will never tasted the same.

This makes about 1ltr Prepare time less than 30 minutes No cooking required

Ingredients

250ml single cream 1x397g tin of condensed milk 350 ml Irish Whiskey (It must be Irish nothing else works the same) 1tsp Camp Coffee Essence 3tsp chocolate sauce 1tsp vanilla essence 1tsp almond essence

Method

1.Sterilise the bottles for the liqueur by first washing them in very hot water, and then placing them in an oven at 160°C/325f/gas 3 for 10 minutes, then leave to cool.

2.Pour all the ingredients into a blender and blend on high for 30 seconds 3.Pour into the sterilised bottles and store in a fridge. It will keep for about two months ( If it lasts that long) 4.Shake well before pouring.

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The Cranachan Cocktail ingredients

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50ml Irish Cream Liqueur 25ml Jack Daniels Honey 25ml Chambord Black Raspberry Liqueur 100ml milk 1 scoop vanilla ice cream

Method

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It’s that time of year again!

The nights are getting longer, a chill is in the air and the Christmas adverts have started. It’s this time of year that the self-employed and business owners dread. Not the expensive Christmas season, but what comes after. The dreaded self-assessment due on the 31st January. So here’s a few tips to help you enjoy your festive season without the dread of selfassessment looming in the background.

Don’t wait untll the last minute to do your self-assessment. Rushing will mean that you are more likely to make a mistake. Maybe even do it before Christmas and enjoy the festivities knowing you don’t have it left to do. Set aside a reasonable amount of time to complete it, somewhere quiet where you will not be disturbed or distracted. Make sure you have everything you need. Invoices, purchase invoices, receipts and a full years’ worth of bank statements.

Why not hire an accountant? They may be cheaper than you think and may even save you money. If you are thinking of hiring an accountant don’t delay. Most accountants will be busy at this time of year.

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