Direct Local Magazine South Bristol June 2017

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June edition Community News

6. Councillor’s Surgery 8. Brand new branch in Bedminster 10. Summer in the city Health and lifestyle

13 Slimming World 17. Alopecia Business to Business

18. Young Enterprise finals 19. Techvolution article 20. TSA Business review service Direct Motor

21 Accident Management Bristol 22. New speeding fines 24. Cars, cars, cars Movies & Entertainment

28. Movie previews 29. Word search competition 31. Local stuff going on in June 32. Junes movie list The Directory

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COUNCILLORS SURGERY

By Jos Clark, Liberal Democrat With the General Election in full swing, there will be plenty of leaflets and newspapers dropping through your letterbox urging you to vote. Of course all these leaflets are printed on paper and as we know that comes from trees. Well it’s lucky that Bristol is not supplying any for this purpose as they are slashing the tree maintenance budget by 78% and are going to refuse any new trees either by residents or developers.

This comes only two years after Bristol was declared European Green Capital and where so many Bristolians like and want trees in their neighbourhoods.

The Council are proposing not to pollard the trees, which will lead to greater problem with tree growth pushing up pavements etc. And compensation claims for tree damage to property. If tree safety becomes an issue they will just fell the tree (which will not be replaced) and that costs more than 16 years of maintenance of the trees!

Of course with the election underway you will hear a lot from the parties about the environment, but Labour are in charge here and they follow very much a production-ist approach, they have little interest in environmental issues and this is a massive step backwards for a city that is proud of its parks and green spaces.

This election should be about many things, yes of course Brexit is the overriding concern of voters, but under funding in our NHS and social care system, the lack of affordable homes and well paid jobs are also important too.

But we are the custodians of the planet and it is our responsibility to protect it for future generations, Labour should not be allowed to get away with wanton vandalism of our green and pleasant City. Once the trees have gone, Labour are not going to replace them another shameful and ill thought out decision from our clueless Labour Mayor.

Of course trees provide a vital green lung and with more people becoming concerned with the effects of vehicle pollution to remove the trees seems to me to be counterproductive and just plain wrong.

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Blessing, Dedication and Thanksgiving at new branch in Bedminster R Davies & Son Funeral Directors of 9 Chessel Street, Bedminster, opened its doors to the public on Thursday 11th May 2017 and invited the local community to their first Open Day. Members of the local community were invited afterwards to attend the branches first Pre-Paid Funeral Plan event. Friendly and approachable staff were available on the day to answer any questions.

A dedication and blessing of the Chapel of Rest was led by Right Reverend Mike Hill, Bishop of Bristol and Reverend Andrew Doarks. Candles were lit by Lisa Patch, Funeral Service Arranger, Chris Allen, Funeral Service Operative and Mhairi Spring, Trainee Embalmer as an act of remembrance in the funeral arranging room, chapel of rest and mortuary. Regional Manager, Andrew Judd performed a blessing to all those who work at the funeral home. Ashley McDonald, Funeral Manager thanked everyone who attended the service.

R Davies & Son are pleased to announce the opening of their new funeral home in Bedminster which will serve the communities of Bedminster and surrounding areas.

R Davies & Son provides a 24-hour service and is part of Dignity, a British company that has funeral directors in towns and cities all across the UK.

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Disney is set to receive an insurance payout of £41 million, following the death of Carrie Fisher in late December 2016 – potentially one of the largest personal accident payouts in history.

Whenever any person dies, it has a huge impact on loved ones, but the death of Star Wars actress, Carrie Fisher has had more than just an emotional impact on those who knew her.

The world-renowned movie and theme park giant, Disney, which owns Lucasfilm and the Star Wars franchise, took out a $50 million (£41 million) contractual protection insurance policy with Lloyds of London on Carrie Fisher. This was put in place to protect from any losses made should Fisher become unable to complete the three upcoming Star Wars films she was cast in.

Fisher did appear in 2015's “The Force Awakens” and she had also finished filming “Episode VIII: The Last Jedi”, which is due for release in December 2017. However, her character Princess Leia was also expected to feature in a third movie, which hadn’t started filming when she died following a heart attack on a flight between London and Los Angeles.

Studio bosses at Disney have yet to comment on the policy and its implications, but insurance contracts covering major film companies for the unexpected death or incapacity of actors aren’t uncommon in Hollywood.

Carrie Fisher was a hero to fans around the world, not just for her acting but also as a writer, comedian and advocate for people with mental health issues. This insurance policy as well as the huge response from millions of people globally, show the difference one life can make to so many people – highlighting the importance of planning for the future.

If you’ve yet to think about planning for your future or writing your Will to protect your family from significant financial impact, Legally Secure are experts in this field and can talk you through how to create or update your Will.

Give us a call today on 0117 322 6322 Or visit our website at www.legallysecure.co.uk for more information.

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THE WORD ON THE STREET Summer in the city

By Eileen Means “Little darling, it’s been a long cold lonely winter, Little darling, it feels like years since it’s been here, Here comes the sun, (doo doo doo doo)” (George Harrison) “Here comes the summer sun, he burns my skin...” (Texas)

The beautiful green hills can be seen from Dundry slopes to Leigh Woods via Ashton Court, the Downs and Suspension Bridge from many of the busiest streets in the city. Next time you are stuck in Bristol’s notorious congestion, raise your eyes to appreciate the green spaces a couple of miles away; it is calming.

And let’s not forget the lovely parks and open spaces in the city, many of which are hidden and known only to local people; there is Frome Valley in Bristol East, Blaise Castle park and museum in the West, not forgetting our hidden gems in the centre of the city, Brandon Hill and Castle Park. Lots of smaller but equally valued local parks are just as nice for a picnic or barbeque like St Andrews Park in Bishopston or Dame Emily Park in Bedminster.

So, here we go everyone; a rousing chorus of

Is there anywhere better than Bristol when the sun shines? We live in a beautiful city with lots of places to enjoy and have fun in the summer. After a long cold lonely winter, let’s take a moment to appreciate the city where we live.

“Here comes the sun,

Surrounded by lovely countryside from Weston to Gloucestershire and not far from the sea, Bristol has it all.

It’s all right

Here comes the sun and I say It’s all right

(Doo do doo do doo do doo)”

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Bedminster

Stockwood

Mon 5th Board Game Club 4:30-6:30 A new board game club for adults once a month.

Email Tom to book in: tjdurrant@hotmail.co.uk

Memory Mapping Exhibition Dates to be confirmed, but look out for a display of work done in the local area on mapping people’s memories of Stockwood

Sat 10th Bordeaux Arts Workshop 11-1 A free drop-in workshop for children to explore the art and culture of Bristol’s twinned city, Bordeaux.

Starting Sat 24th Comic Book Club 2-3 Monthly! Come and draw, doodle and have fun!

Completely free, ideal for 8-12 years

Whitchurch Starting Wed 7th Knit and Natter 2-3 A new weekly knitting and crochet group. No prior knitting skills required, but do try and bring your own wool and needles if possible.

Wick Road Mon 12th Wick Road Friends Meeting 4-5 Come along to find out more about the group and what they do.

Filwood Sat 17th Bordeaux Arts Workshop 11-1 A free drop-in workshop for children to explore the art and culture of Bristol’s twinned city, Bordeaux.

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THURSDAY

St Peters Church Hall School Room, Church Road, Bishopsworth BS13 8JR 5.30pm and 7.30pm Tina: 07841 974 661

Bridge Farm Primary School East Dundry Road, Whitchurch, BS14 0LL 5:30pm and 7:30pm Sarah: 07879 443 888

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WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

The Sartan Club Queens Road Bishopsworth BS13 8LF 9.30am, 11.30am, 5:30pm & 7:30pm Vicky: 07999 617 075

Bridge Farm Primary School East Dundry Road, Whitchurch, BS14 0LL 7:30pm Chantelle: 07986 276701

Hengrove Community Centre Fortfield Road Hengrove, BS14 9NX 9:30am

TUESDAY

Christ The Servant Stockwood Road Stockwood BS14 8SP 5pm and 7pm Vicky: 07999 617 075

THURSDAY

Hengrove Community Centre Fortfield Road Hengrove, BS14 9NX 5:30pm and 7:30pm Emma: 07976 230 391

The Sartan Club Queens Road Bishopsworth BS13 8LF 9.30am, Vicky: 07999 617 075

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South Bristol’s slimming expert says aiming high and getting support is the key to success A local expert is urging people starting a weight loss programme to have faith in aiming for their ideal weight, after a study found that people who set ambitious targets lose almost twice as much weight in 12 months.

Sarah Bryant, a Slimming World Consultant for the Hengrove and Whitchurch groups, is preparing for a busy summer as many people vow to make this the year that they achieve their dream weight. She says the latest research conducted by Slimming World shows that people in Bristol shouldn’t feel limited by past weight loss attempts and should instead aim high for weight they would love to be, and get the support they need to achieve it. The national study of 24,457 people with a BMI (body mass index) in the obese category looked at the impact of target setting, and found that the more ambitious the target, the more weight people lose – regardless of their starting weight.

Sarah says her Slimming World groups are the best place to get motivational support along with care and camaraderie to learn to make simple, healthy changes to lose weight and keep it off. She says: "No dream is out of reach at Slimming World.

Whether it’s to lose ten pounds or ten stone, fit into a size 12 dress or a suit you’ve grown out of, run around with the kids or run a 10k race – together, me and the members of the my Slimming World groups can help to get you there!

"We never tell members what they should weigh, and so all new members chose their own target weight when they join. However much you’d love to lose, we know how much more motivating it is when you're aiming for a weight you dream to be rather than a weight you're told you should be or think is easily achievable – and now we have the research to prove it!

"I know what it’s like to struggle with your weight and, having lost 2st 7lbs as a Slimming World member myself after joining in 2009, I also understand what a huge difference understanding how slimmers feel and offering the right kind of support can make to your chances of achieving your weight loss goals.

It’s all about support, care, encouragement and fun – and I firmly believe that’s why we regularly see members achieve their weight loss dreams too. In group they learn that slimming down doesn’t have to mean giving up any of their favourite foods, and in fact they can fill up on healthy, hearty, delicious meals just by making small changes to the way they are cooked and prepared. Many also find they have so much more energy, and become much more active by starting small and finding something fun – whether it’s walking the kids to school, a dance class or washing the car – it all absolutely counts!"

Sarah never imagined it would be possible to achieve her dream. Then, after learning that you would able to lose weight enjoying normal everyday foods like fruit and vegetables, pasta, rice, potatoes, fish and lean meat, and eat as much as you wanted to fill up – without having to give up any favourite foods – she never looked back!

"Since losing weight I have lots more energy meaning I’m so much more active too. I love walking my dogs and swimming. I used to think getting fit was just about spending hours in the gym or running marathons – but thanks to Slimming World I know that’s not how it has to be. Just moving a little more than usual all counts!

"If anyone is thinking of joining Slimming World I’d just say ‘go for it’. Whatever you dream to lose, with Slimming World you can absolutely do it. I was nervous walking through those doors, however the warm welcome I got from the Consultant and the group and the belief they showed in me was amazing. I instantly knew there was no need to be scared and that the people in the group really understood and cared. Now I’m a target member I still attend group each week for free. I love to go along to get top tips, motivation and support – and of course to catch up with all my Slimming World buddies! I’ve changed my habits for life and know that I’ll never need to go back to being the same unhappy size I was.

To join a local Slimming World group in the area, please first give the consultant a call, lots of our sessions are now full and not taking new members, each group is different and the relevant consultant can advise you the best session to join.

"It’s my dream to see all my members achieve their dreams. In my group, members set targets, share recipes, challenges and solutions and celebrate success together, which is so important to a successful journey.

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Alopecia - Definition, Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Alopecia simply means hair loss (baldness).

Alopecia areata is a form of hair loss from areas of the body, usually from the scalp. Alopecia areata affects both males and females. Alopecia areata does not make you feel pain and does not make you feel sick. In 1–2% of cases, the condition can spread to the entire scalp (Alopecia totalis) or to the entire epidermis (Alopecia universalis). Some people may lose more hair. Rarely, the disease causes total loss of hair on the head or complete loss of hair on the head, face, and body. Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease. Normally the immune system protects the body against infection and disease. In an autoimmune disease, the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks some part of your own body. In alopecia areata, the immune system attacks the hair follicles. On rare occasions, the person loses all of the hair on his or her head (alopecia areata totalis) or entire body (alopecia areata universalis). Alopecia is the medical term for baldness; there are various types of alopecia, including alopecia areata.

Alopecia areata tends to occur most often in children and young adults. However, it can also affect older individuals. Alopecia can certainly be the cause of psychological stress. There are several different hypotheses as to what causes alopecia areata. Genetic factors seem to play an important role since there is a higher frequency of a family. Trichotillomania is the name of a mental disorder that causes a person to pull out his/her own hair. Alopecia areata often occurs in families whose members have had asthma, hay fever, atopic eczema, or other autoimmune diseases such as thyroid disease, early-onset diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus erythematosus, vitiligo, pernicious anemia, or Addison's disease. Systemic diseases often affect hair growth either selectively or by altering the skin of the scalp.

Hyperthyroidism (too much thyroid hormone) causes hair to become thin and fine.

Hypothyroidism (too little thyroid hormone) thickens both hair and skin. Androgenetic alopecia in men has been associated with several other medical conditions including coronary heart disease and enlargement of the prostate, a walnut-sized gland in males that is located below the bladder. In women, androgenetic alopecia is associated with an increased risk of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is characterized by a hormonal imbalance that can lead to irregular menstruation, acne, excess body hair (hirsutism), and weight gain.

There are several available treatments for Alopecia. Two relatively new drugs—minoxidil (Rogaine) and finasteride (Proscar)—promote hair growth in a significant minority of patents. UVB is generally used to treat skin conditions but is also used for people with severe hair loss.Steroid injections are commonly used in sites where there are small areas of hair loss on the head or especially where eyebrow hair has been lost.

Anti-inflammatory drugs that are prescribed for autoimmune

diseases.

Corticosteroids can be given as an injection into the scalp or other areas, orally (as a pill), or applied topically (rubbed into the skin) as an ointment, cream, or foam. Hair transplantation is completed by taking tiny plugs of skin, each containing one to several hairs, from the back side of the scalp. Another surgical procedure used to treat androgenic alopecia is scalp reduction.

Cortisone pills are sometimes given for extensive scalp hair loss. Cortisone taken internally is much stronger than local injections of cortisone into the skin. It is necessary to discuss possible side effects of cortisone pills with your physician. There are various cosmetic and protective techniques that people with alopecia areata can try. Include is Using makeup to hide or minimize hair loss.

Wearing sunglasses to protect the eyes from the sun and the environment. Wearing coverings (wigs, hats , or scarves) to protect the head from the elements

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More than 80 secondary school pupils, made up of nine teams, took part in the Young Enterprise (West of England) Area Finals held at Kingsweston House on May 3rd.

The Young Enterprise program helps young people develop their business and personal skills by creating their own company and products. The pupils showcased their products on trade stands before delivering their pitch for their business idea.

Chair of Young Enterprise (West of England), Rob Carter, adds: “It never ceases to amaze me how brilliant and capable students are when they are given the opportunity to express themselves and do things they never thought possible.

The atmosphere on the day was electric and was a fitting finale to a year that has seen Young Enterprise help even more students equip themselves for the world of work. It was an event that reassures us all of a positive future ahead.”

The overall winner was Connected, a social enterprise company from Colstons Girls School.

They produced Jigsaw Coasters which connect together, symbolizing how they wish to help homeless people reconnect with society.

Our runner up were team Ignite from St. Bedes Catholic College who designed individual henna candles.

The regional finals are being held at Reinshaw on June 14th, we welcome all to come and see Connected compete for their place in the national finals.

We are always keen to work with new businesses or individuals, and there are so many ways you can get involved in sharing your knowledge and expertise with the workforce of the future.

If you would like to find out more, please contact Caroline Tarbuck, Young Enterprise Manager West of England – caroline.tarbuck@y-e.org.uk

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Are you paying double?

If you have a bank account with a Credit Card, your card may be offering you several facilities that you are already paying for. Two years ago, I took a look at what my bank and credit card provided. I was horrified what I had been missing out on and what I had been paying for twice.

This may not sound like an exciting task but it is worth an hour or so of your time as it may save you over £1,000 every year. How better could you spend that money? How long does it take you to earn £1,000?

Most Banks publish this information in the booklet you may have received with your card.

Alternatively go online and check to see what benefits are available. You may be pleasantly surprised.

These included – holiday insurance, mobile phone insurance, car and roadside assistance, access to airport lounges, and a raft of other things associated with the account itself. In all I recon I saved around £1,200 each year on all of the various items which I was effectively paying double for!

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When was the last time you took time out of your business and worked on it?

TSA Business Review service is designed to help you stop, take stock and move your business forward, they help you focus on the bigger picture for your business rather than the day to day detail.

Sometimes things can get out of control and the way forward can seem unclear. Often you are so close to the problems in your business that you are unsure what to do next.

When was the last time you really took time out to focus on the direction your business. The answer to this is probably either; never or a long time ago.

The benefits of spending time out of your business like this are huge.

You will gain a new sense of direction, learn what is holding your business back and produce a plan for the future.   A business review can provide the following:   Help make your business more valuable and easier to sell   Identify problems in your business   Overcome the problems in your business   Help you grow your business in a controlled way

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New Speeding Fines in Place - Re-think the Need for Speed The vast majority of hardworking lorry and van drivers carry out their work within the letter of the law, but for those who may be tempted to exceed the speed limits on UK roads, recent changes to legislature mean the consequences are now far more severe. While for small infringements the changes are not too substantial, drivers caught exceeding the limit by more than 10mph are in for a very expensive lesson.

What the Changes in Fines Mean The changes in fines are significant - starting at a 150% increase. The government is hitting offenders where it hurts by basing the incremental system on a driver's weekly income, in additional to temporary driving bans or points on their licence. 

Those caught speeding under the classification Band A (1-10mph over) will incur 3 points on their licence and fines of 25-75% of their weekly wage.

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For Band B offenders (11-20mph over) the penalty is 4-6 points or 7-28 days driving ban, plus a fine equivalent to 25-125% of t heir weekly income.

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For Band C infringements (more than 21mph over) the fines are 125-175% of the weekly income plus 6 points or 7-56 days disqualification from driving.

Keeping UK Roads Safe

UK Road Speed Limits Anyone who undertakes haulage jobs for a living (and in fact anyone who uses the road) should be familiar with the UK speed limits, although it's easy to unwittingly fall foul of the rules if you don’t understand their variations. But staying on the right side of the law and maintaining a clean licence (not to mention avoiding huge fines) is imperative for anyone who relies on haulage jobs for their livelihood – whether you're an independent owner-driver or work for a larger company.

Because one thing you can be sure of is that your speed is your responsibility.

For HGV drivers it's even more important to stay abreast of changes to the laws and be aware that what's signposted on the roads doesn’t necessarily apply to vehicles other than conventional cars. You also need to factor in regional variations in UK speed limits if you're carrying out haulage jobs in Wales or Scotland.

For those who need a refresher, in a nutshell here are the current speed limits on UK roads (current May 2017) for HGVs. Up to 12m long and 7.5 tonnes: • Restricted road - 30mph • Single carriageway - 50mph • Dual carriageway - 60mph • Motorway - 70mph Over 7.5 tonnes: • • • •

Restricted road - 30mph Single carriageway - 50mph (Scotland 40mph) Dual carriageway - 60mph (Scotland 50mph) Motorway - 60mph

It's not just those who do haulage jobs for a living under the spotlight, all UK motorists come under the increases in speeding fines.

But for those who rely on a clean licence for their livelihood, the need to adhere to understand and adhere to the laws that govern our roads is even more important. While the new penalties are extremely harsh , the FTA and transport industry experts have welcomed the increases in fines as a potentially very effective deterrent to those who flout the law and endanger other road users.

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Cars, Cars, Cars, Too Many Cars Many people have dozens of questions that they ask themselves when they are buying their first car.

They aren't sure what type of car they should get or if they should buy new, used, or if they should get any car at all. What are the first steps you should take and questions that you should think about when you are thinking about buying a new or new to you car?

Choose a car based on your needs. If you're going to be hauling a lot of equipment for your job, then it may be wise to get a pickup truck. There are many different types of pickup trucks out there that meet the needs of dozens of different income levels. If you're unsure about what you want, spend some time researching different types. Think about what types of material or items you'll commonly be hauling, and get a pickup truck that can meet that need.

Firstly, you must decide whether you'd like to buy a new car or a used car. The answer to this question depends primarily on your income level. If you have a steady full time job and a high income level, it may be a wise idea to buy a brand new car instead of a used one.

If you are a student or if you are struggling to make ends meet, it may be wise to get a used car. If you are getting a used car, try to make sure you get your car from a reputable dealership with good customer satisfaction ratings. Always get a report before you buy your used car. This will tell you how many previous owners the car has had and what condition it is in.

If you have a large family, it may be wise to get a minivan. A minivan can help you transport the kids back and forth to school and their soccer games and their other needed occasions. When you have a family where more than one person drives, it may be wise to get a minivan and a car that seats a few additional people. This will help make transportation easier and more manageable.

If you are a student, you will likely want a car that is energy efficient and reliable that will last for a long time. Choosing a car that is good with gas mileage will no doubt help with your gas bills!

Once you've decided on whether to buy a new car or used car, you should then decide on what type of car you want. There are dozens of different car companies out there. If you're unsure, spend a little time browsing the web and searching for what different types of cars that you like, but don't feel limited by a specific company. car? The answer is simply for you to decide.

There are thousands of different cars out there , and what car you will pick will decide on you and your interests. The only question is: To buy a new car or to buy a used car? The answer is simply for you to decide.

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IN CINEMAS Review by Aaron Potter

DESPICABLE ME 3 So it’s safe to say that the Summer movie period has finally arrived, and what good’s a Summer without a wealth of blockbuster movies hitting cinema screens? Thankfully the Hollywood gods have graced us with lots to look forward to starting this June, from Amazonian superheroes, the return of squat yellow henchmen, and more Tom Cruise hastily running.

Hot off the heels of her screen-saving appearance in last year’s Batman Vs Superman, Gal Gadot’s Wonder Woman kicks us off in a big way this summer with a WWI-set origin story that tells the story of the Amazon princess turned superhero warrior. Leaving her home island of Themyscira and making way for London, the movie looks set to show us a battle of the gods with Wonder woman facing off against Ares and Doctor Poison.

Closely sprinting onto the scene soon after is Tom Cruise’s The Mummy, a globe-trotting horror adventure film that looks to mix sand and scares, with the titular mummy played by Kingsman’s Sofia Boutella aiming to give Cruise a tougher time than Brendan Fraser originally had in 1999.

Rounding out June’s jam-packed schedule is the return of Gru and friends in Despicable Me 3, so prepare for cuteness and hilarity overload when a certain sibling arrives for a fun team-up.

The fun doesn’t stop there as Cineworld Bristol and Direct Local Magazines are teaming up once again to give viewers a chance to win 2 free cinema tickets. Just fill out the word search on the next page.

Movies don’t get bigger or more epic than this, so be sure to strap into your cinema seat!

Cineworld Rating Wonder Woman The Mummy Despicable Me 3

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Cineworld Bristol are giving away 2 tickets to any movie you like.

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Draw will take place on the 20th June with the traditional names in a hat and one lucky winner will get 2 tickets to Cineworld Bristol Hengrove Tickets will be sent by post to your address People must be 16 years or over to enter the Competition. Unless parents consent in writing May’s Winner!

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UP COMING EVENTS Magical Macaroons Date: 3rd June Description: Spend a relaxing afternoon or evening making delightful French treats. We will take you step-by-step through how to make magical macaroons, just like those you would find in a Parisian Patisserie!

Venue: Little Kitchen Cookery School Sands Free Music Festival 2017 Date: 3rd June Description: Due to the success of the Sands Festival 2016, we are having a Sands Festival 2017. This is a free festival in aid of Children’s Hospice Southwest, but all donations welcome.

Feel free to beach theme it up. Family friendly, all welcome. Hog roast, raffle and of course an amazing time guaranteed. Supported and aired live

by Bradley Stoke Radio 103.4FM. Venue: Failand Inn, Clevedon Road, Failand, Bristol Summer Detectives Family Walk Date: 4th June Description: Use all your senses as we explore the meadows on the Downs in their summer glory.

Find out about the wildflowers and minibeasts that inhabit grassy places as the Avon Gorge and Downs education team take you on an urban safari.

Venue: Bristol Zoo Gardens Guthrie Road Clifton Bristol The Baking Club Date: 4th June Description: If your child loves baking and getting creative in the kitchen, then this is a perfect activity for them!

Venue: Little Kitchen Cookery School Ruddigore Date: 6th June Description: Spring is in the air, and what better way to celebrate the glorious change in weather than by spending an evening picnicking with friends in the grounds of a Grade 1 Listed Private Stately Home, and meandering through a Victorian Village Market before being entertained by BGSOS’s production of Ruddigore? Tickets are selling quickly, so do visit our website www.bristolgsos.co.uk to secure your tickets!

Venue: Kings Weston House, Kings Weston Lane, Bristol

St Brendan’s Community Arts Picnic and Open Day Event Date: 10th June Description: A free community festival for the whole family and College Open Day for students thinking about post-16 education.

Venue: St Brendan’s Sixth Form College, Broomhill Road, Avon, Bristol Bin Lorry Racing At Weston-super-Mare!

Event Date: 10th June Description: For families who are looking for free activities to keep the kids happy this half term, or day-trippers looking for something a bit different, an unusual event is taking place at Weston-super-Mare seafront on Saturday 10 June as the town hosts the National Refuse Championships!

Venue: Weston Super Mare Seafront Little Cooks (June) at Windmill Hill City Farm Event Date: 16th June Description: Monthly cooking classes for preschoolers and their carers. Messy foody fun!

Venue: Windmill Hill City Farm Philip Street Bedminster Bristol BATH FESTIVAL OF MOTORING Event Date: 17th June - 18th June Description: Bath Festival of Motoring will be held on 17th and 18th June 2017 at Walcot Rugby Ground, Bath. Featuring an eclectic display of classic and vintage cars and motorcycles, the event will be a fun-filled weekend for all the family.

Venue: Walcot Rugby Ground, Bath Open Day - Horseworld Event Date: 24th June Description: This Open Day is a great opportunity to see what goes on at HorseWorld’s Welfare Department and talk to the grooms and trainers who rescue, nurse back to health, train and then find suitable homes for these wonderful animals.

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Hands up who’s looking forward to half term carpet stains?

So half term is upon us again and we all end up with stains on our carpets at some point or other.

Here's Floor Managers guide to tackling the top five: 1. Poster paints. This will take dedication due to the colour pigments but they are water based so you should have success. If dry first scrape up as much as you can then the same applies if the paint is wet, simply flush, flush, flush through with water and a white cloth until clean.

2. Mud. First let it dry then vacuum or brush up as much as you can then apply the same process as above and rinse and blot until it comes up clean.

3. Chocolate. Scrape away the excess again and use the same method but this time use cool water so as not to melt the fat in the chocolate and spread it too far.

4. Dog/cat poo. Use the rinse and blot method as above. The difference with this type of stain of course is the smell. You want to act as quickly as possible before it soaks too far into the carpet (some poos are runny, thats life) then you will need an expert to come out and deal with it for you so call Floor Manager who will sort it in a jiffy.

5. Nail Polish. Blot up as much as you can if wet and then use the rinse and blot method. However if you've spotted it late and it's dried you need to break down the components of it and the best way to do this is nail polish remover. Use sparingly but moisten the polish until it starts to spread and then adapt the blot and rinse process.

Voila! Your worst carpet nightmares dealt with.

However should the above processes not work for you of course Floor Manager can help. Just give Adrian or Amanda a call on 01934 611442.

We'll even throw in some Half Price carpet protection to help you out even more!

Now go and enjoy your half term!

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Landscaping ideas Are you looking out for some unique landscaping ideas? Do you want to change and alter the outlook of your house by carrying on some interesting landscaping ideas? Here is an article that will tell the readers some of the landscaping ideas. Read it and get to know the landscaping ideas in a detailed and explained way. Starting with, an individual can go for simple design principles that can easily and conveniently enhance the beauty and dĂŠcor of your home. By designing the front porches of your home, making sidewalks classy enough and planting trees will surely add a unique feature at your place. In other words we can say that, simplicity is the best policy. By going for these simple designs, an individual can surely make the visitor to get Interested in your landscaping ideas! Do not cram that much plants and trees into your garden, this feature will not at all give an elegant look to your place. Avoid going for square and rectangular gardens. Edging is also another simple landscaping project that will surely make your job quite and rather easy.

Edging your plants and trees might make your garden a focal point for the visitors. Begin by edging your brick and rocks in order to give a smooth and soft touch to your yards. This is quite and rather good. Retain the walls and terraces by planting flowers and shrubs. This is quite and rather good. Retain the walls and terraces by planting flowers and shrubs.

This will surely increase the worth and value of your yards and the surroundings of your home. Below are some more landscaping ideas that will surely come out to be fruitful for you! Read it carefully and start landscaping your place in an interesting way. Make use of wide spacing so that plants and tress might be able to do breathing easily. Do not go for multiple colour schemes. By selecting fewer colour schemes, it will automatically add simplicity and uniformity in your yard. Make use of ornamental grasses so that you do not have to maintain it on a regular basis.

Make excessive and extreme use of rocks and pebbles as they are important tools and items while enhancing the landscaping of your place.

Stylish rocks will immediately and instantly create a visual interest among your visitors. Moving on, an individual can also make use of bird feeders and bird baths- these elements can never be neglected while carrying on a simple landscaping procedure. Plant a small round garden so that it might become a gathering point for butterflies and birds. This is quite interesting! Hence, all the above mentioned landscaping ideas are quite attention grabbing and appealing. An individual should make use of these landscaping ideas as they do not require that much effort and attempt. It also depends upon the individual that how much landscaping he wants to have! Depending on his caliber and stamina, an individual can do variety of changing’s in his yard by doing the above mentioned things. Get up and go , take hold of these ideas and get start with your landscaping.

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