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Inside This

Month

8. Breast Cancer Awareness 10. Windows 10 Is Coming 13. Summer Show 15. Operation MAD 16. Questions And Answers 17. Local Events 19. Guide dogs Challenge 21. Triple berry banana boat 23. BBQ’s Are On The Menu 25. Shaun In The City 27. Make Someone’s Day

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We are a modern thinking, well-established firm of solicitors with a long and successful history that can be traced back to the mid-19th Century. We're not a corporate law firm and because of that we can offer you an affordable, high quality, personal service.

We understand that when you need a solicitor it is likely to be during a difficult time. We aim to take the stress out of the process by offering constructive advice and answering all your questions. If you need help with a legal matter or simply want to talk to someone about your options, please contact us to see how we can help.

We will talk to you at the outset about:  Who will deal with your affairs  How we will handle your case  The cost of our legal services Our open and friendly service will take the drama out of any legal crisis by getting to the crux of a problem, determining your objectives and explaining the law in clear and simple terms; without the jargon. We will explain the process every step of the way and inform you of the likely costs and timescales so you always know where you stand. We have the expertise to answer most of your queries within the firm, but if we can't, we will refer you within our wide network of trusted contacts.

At the outset, you will be given the name of the person dealing with your work and their assistants, our terms of business and the procedures for dealing with any complaint. We are not a large corporate firm and we believe that our charges are more affordable than many of our competitors, our service more personal and our style more approachable. We hope you will agree! The majority of our new clients come to us by recommendation. We pride ourselves on our good communication and approachability; the standard of service we have always set ourselves is now formulated in the following charter.

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In conjunction with Big Green Week, take a tour around Bristol and the West of England’s only textile recycling factory where 100 tonnes of unwanted clothing is sorted and exported every week for reuse in Eastern Europe, Africa and Pakistan.

Built in 1950, the building BTR currently resides in was a row of houses until bombed during WWII. The building was originally utilized for the manufacturing of engineering equipment until BTR relocated here in 1997.

At the tour, we will walk you through the 160 different categories we grade 20 tonnes of clothing in daily. We will give you information about where we get the textile from, where they go and why the textile recycling industry is important.

Be the next recycler of the month We offer the recycler of the month project to recognise the achievement of one school or charity every month!

Ways to win Collect the highest amount in the month and receive a £20 one –4-all voucher to go towards needed materials for your organisation.

Use your own bags and collect over 500KG of clothing, paired shoes, handbags and belts during one collection and earn 50p per kilo for your extra recycling efforts.

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Crystal Clear Crystal Clear specialises in a bespoke complete supply and fit service for windows, doors, conservatories, orangeries, secondary double glazing and glazed roof solutions, from the smallest window to a complete orangery build for all styles and ages of homes. Fensa-registered Crystal Clear is a founding member of the UK’s Double Glazing and Conservatory Ombudsman Scheme (DGCOS), registered with Trustmark, a Swish Authorised Installer, BFRC Registered and a member of the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF).

The Latest EnergyEfficient Doors and Windows Bristol-based Crystal Clear supplies and fits a wide range of traditional and designer doors, including industry leading sliding, French, stable, bifold and patio doors in PVCu, purpose-made timber, composite and aluminum.

The extensive choice of windows includes the latest double glazed PVCu sliding sash windows, which have all the advantages of modern windows with the classic look of traditional timber sash windows and timber-look composite windows, which offer a stunning, maintenance-free alternative to traditional wood windows All of the double glazed units supplied and fitted by Crystal Clear are made to measure, highly energy efficient and available in the highest quality PVCu, composite, timber and aluminium finish and can be supplied in any RAL colour required, including a wide range of wood grain colours.

All of the doors and windows supplied and installed by the team at Crystal Clear have unique features and are built to exacting British and European standards, ensuring quality, integrity, longevity and security.

Specialist Secondary Glazing The experienced team at Crystal Clear can fit secondary double glazing to buildings where there is a need to reduce outside noise and improve thermal insulation, especially in character properties where more modern replacement windows may be inappropriate or, in the case of Listed or Conservation Area properties, where they are not allowed.

Existing windows can be double glazed, draught proofed and sealed without any damage to the existing windows, improving their energy efficiency, as well as the acoustic and heat insulation of your home.

Individually Designed Conservatories A conservatory from Crystal Clear offers additional and flexible living space from which to enjoy views of the garden. With an extensive range of designs, sizes, styles, colours and shapes, there’s a conservatory to suit every home and budget.

Bespoke Orangeries An orangery offers a stylish solution to the need for additional living space; creating a wonderful lightfilled area that looks as if it has always been part of the existing building and costing less than a traditional extension.

Contemporary and Traditional Rooflights Crystal Clear supplies and installs a range of stunning rooflights, which are the perfect solution for rooms where conventional windows can’t be fitted or would look out of place. The internal and external design of a rooflight allows natural light to flood into the room; ideal for darker areas and rooms that would benefit from a more even distribution of light.

The expert team at Crystal Clear prides itself on exceptional attention to detail and the highest standards of customer service and can manage all building work, plumbing, electrics, and decorating, working to specific designs, individual requirements, agreed budgets and planned timescales.

Crystal Clear’s showroom in Brislington is open from 7:30am until 4:30pm Monday to Friday and from 9:00am until 3:00pm on Saturday.

Contact Details: Crystal Clear 22a Emery Road Brislington Bristol BS4 5PF T: 0117 971 7880 or 01275 759922 E: info@crystalclearbristol.co.uk W: www.crystalclearbristol.co.uk

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Breast Cancer

Awareness

This article is brought to you by Hengrove Pharmacy (Tel: 0117 300 5446) and we hope you enjoy learning about our topic this month. Breast Cancer is the most common form of cancer in the UK and it claims lives of 12,000 people each year. Cancers are abnormal cell growths with potential to invade or impact on other areas of the body. Originating in the breast tissues, this is the most common cancer in the UK. Each year 50,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer in the UK alone. Breast cancer survival is improving but it still claims the lives of 1000 women each month. More women than ever are surviving breast cancer thanks to better awareness, better screening and better treatments. An estimated five out of six women diagnosed with breast cancer in England and Wales survive for at least five years. One in eight women in the UK will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. This is a worrying statistic and chances are every one of us will be directly or indirectly affected by its existence.

Breast cancer in men is rare with about 350 men diagnosed each year. In other cases early detection and treatment are paramount in minimising morbidity and mortality and improving the outlook for all.

Signs & symptoms Breast tissue is found in the breast, upper chest and the armpit. Each breast contains 15-20 glands called lobes, where milk is produced in women who are breast feeding. These lobes are connected to the nipple by tubes called ducts. The structure of the lobes and ducts is a bit like the branches of a tree. Breast cancer usually begins within smaller structures of the lobes. Much if the rest of the breast is fatty tissue. The breast and armpit also contain lymph nodes and vessels carrying lymph fluid, blood vessels. Possible signs and symptoms include: a new lump, abnormal bleeding, a prolonged cough, unexplained weight loss, and a change in bowl movements among others . While these symptoms may indicate cancer, they may also occur due to other issues. Your pharmacist or GP will be able to advise accordingly. Please get your concerns checked out as early actions can improve your treatment options massively.

Sometimes, breast cancer spreads from the breast or armpit and begins to grow in distant parts of the body. This is called secondary breast cancer (also know as advanced or metastatic breast cancer).

Secondary breast cancer cannot be cured, but treatments can help to slow its progress, lower the chances of it spreading further (metastasising )

and help relieve symptoms. It’s quite normal for breasts to differ slightly in shape and size and vary during periods and pregnancy. They also change as we get older, for example by becoming softer.

Being breast aware means getting to know how your breasts look and feel normally, so you can look out for any unusual changes and get them checked out by your doctor. Most of breast cancer are found by women noticing unusual changes, taking the initiative and visiting their doctor. The earlier breast cancer is found the better chance of beating it - so it’s important to make regular checks.

Breast Awareness - It’s as simple as TLC No one knows your body better than you and everyone will have their own way of touching and looking for changes– there’s no special technique and you don’t need any training. It’s good to get into the habit of doing this regularly—maybe when you’re in the bath or shower, or while getting dressed in the mornings.

Touch your breasts. Can you feel anything unusual?

Look for changes. Is there nay changes in shape or texture.

Check anything unusual with your doctor.

If untreated, breast cancers can grow bigger, taking over more surrounding breast tissue. Breast cancer that has not spread beyond the breast or armpits is known as early breast cancer. However, sometimes breast cancer cells break away from the original cancer and enter and travel through the blood or lymph vessels. They may settle in other areas of the breast or in the lymph nodes of the breast, forming new tumours. They may also spread to distant areas of the body where they can be form new tumours, called secondary Breast cancer.

Not all tumours are cancer. If the tumour cells don’t have—and are very likely to gain—the ability to grow into neighbouring tissue, they are called benign tumours often don't need treatment and are

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Causes

Ultrasound

Tobacco use is the cause of about 22% of cancer deaths. Another 10% is due to obesity, a poor diet, lack of physical activity , and consumption of alcohol.

Other factors include certain infections, excessive exposure to sunlight and radiation, and environmental pollutants.

Ultrasound scans create a picture of your breast using sound waves. If you’re under 40 (or 35 in Scotland ), you’ll probably be scanned using a ultrasound as this method provides better images of younger woman’s breasts - which tend to have denser breast tissue

Many cancers including breast cancer can be prevented by not smoking, maintain a healthy weight, not drinking too much alcohol, eating plenty of vegetables, fruits and whole grains, being vaccinated against certain infectious diseases, not eating too much red meat, avoiding too much exposure to sunlight. Higher sugar, high fat and meat based diets and greater than moderate alcohol consumption appear to be causative factors as does being overweight/obese and being inactive.

Biopsy

Diagnosis If your doctor or screening service refers you to a breast clinic you will have a series of tests. Commonly, women have up to three tests, know as ‘triple assessment’. This involves a physical examination, breast imaging and a biopsy. Sometimes, women don’t need to have biopsy. All these tests should happen on the same day.

A biopsy is a sample of tissue or cells taken for a specialist doctor (know as a pathologist) to examine in the laboratory to look for cancer cells. The most common method for taking the sample is called ‘core biopsy’ where a small amount of tissue is removed with a needle. This is done under local anaesthetic. Your tests (and any subsequent treatment) will involve a team of healthcare professionals– all specialists in their fields (often called a breast care team or multidisciplinary team). We hope this article has been informative and remember if you have any concerns you may call

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Physical examination A hospital doctor or specialist nurse will examine your breast, armpits, the area around your collarbone and neck to look for any abnormalities, including lumps or other changes.

Breast imaging Breast imaging will involve either a mammogram or ultrasound. The best of imaging will depend on your age and physical characteristics. You may even have both.

Mammogram This is an x-ray of your breast tissue using very low doses of radiation. You’ll have two images taken of each breast in the same way that women attending routine NHS breast screening will have experienced.

Sometimes extra images may be needed.

EARLY DETECTION SAVES LIVES

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Windows 10 Will Be Free - Should I

Upgrade?

You may have heard that a new version of Microsoft Windows is soon to hit the shelves. It’s the follow-up to Windows 8.1, but Microsoft have, rather oddly, decided to call it Windows 10.

Windows 8 was widely hated, with many customers sticking with tried and trusted earlier versions like Windows 7 and Windows XP. Can Microsoft finally convince these users to upgrade? And will it be worth updating from Windows 8?

If you’ve got Windows 7 or 8 you’ll have seen a little pop-up message in the taskbar asking if you want to register to download the update when it’s released on the 29th July. Should you take the plunge?

What’ new in Windows 10?

Windows 10 needs to make up for all the mistakes Windows 8 made. Here are the new features Microsoft are offering to get you to upgrade: 1. The start menu returns: controversially, the Start Menu was removed from Windows 8, and replaced with the Start Screen, covered in ‘live tiles’ which showed you everything from breaking news to weather reports and social media updates. It was no longer easy to browse through all your installed programs, and your Pc started to pretend it was a touch-screen phone. After much outcry, Windows 10 brings back the Start Menu, though it gives you the option to include Live Tiles in there. The menu will also adapt to your screen size, and let you make it full-screen again if you were keen on the Windows 8 way of doing things. This is a great improvement, and almost a reason in itself to upgrade to 10 if you’re using Windows 8.

2. Windows 8’s ‘Modern’ apps should be in a window: The full screen ‘Modern’ apps of Windows 8 which jumped out at you when you tap a Live Tile were another example Microsoft trying to catch up with Apple and other companies. They’re nearly useless on a proper computer, and look ridiculous on a 20” inch monitor. Windows 10 sensibly puts these apps in a window on larger screens, so that they stay a usable size. They make much better use of the space compared to the Windows 8 predecessors.

3. The notification Centre: This is another feature that began life on phones, but this one is a good thing. It shows messages about social media updates, information about your computer, and info from different apps that you’ve got installed. It’s a great way to keep on top of what’s going on, and you’ll be able to control which apps can use this tool - just in case you’re worried that it’ll be just another inbox to get snowed under. It’ll make Windows 10 easier to stay in control of.

4. Continuum: If you thought Windows 8 made a total hash of pretending it was on a trendy tablet, then Continuum will be there to ease your woes.

Continuum will help Windows 10 adapt to different screen sizes, so you’ll get your Live Tiles if you’ve got a small screen, but a larger screen will see the interface look more like the desktop you know and love. If you remove the keyboard from a 2-in-1 device, the full Start Screen will appear. And best of all, Windows 10 will automatically detect which kind of screen is present . No more mis-placed touch-screen interfaces on your widescreen monitor.

5. Cortana: Microsoft’s voice activated assistant is its answer to Apple’s Siri. But as well as being your personal assistant, Cortana will sit in the taskbar next to the Start button and allow you to quickly search through your computer and the internet, and ask questions like “What’s 45 times 12?” or “what’s the capital of Peru?” - so called ‘natural language ‘ questions. You’ll also be able to search your OneDrive files if you keep some of them on Microsoft’s cloud storage. Cortana will turn your PC or laptop into a super-useful digital assistant.

6.Spartan Web Browser: Internet Explorer was the web browser that everyone loved to hate. Microsoft managed to make it the most popular browser in the world, and then development on it stagnated for a decade. It’s still trying to catch up with better browsers like Firefox and Chrome. While IE will still be available on Windows 10, a new web browser known as Spartan will be much more

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prominent. Microsoft hopes that, like Windows 10 itself, Spartan can erase the memory of predecessor in consumer’s minds. It should be faster, render websites more accurately , and be less memory intensive.

7. Virtual desktops: This might be a difficult thing to picture until you’ve actually used them, but virtual desktop are like running two more computers side by side. You can have one desktop where all your Office windows are open, another with a music player, and a third dedicated to web stuff and online videos. Instead of having all thirty windows open and cluttering the space, you can sort them out onto different desktops and keep less-used ones out of the way. Macs and Linux computers have had these for some years now, and if you make the most of them you’ll start to wonder how you ever managed without.

Do people like the new software, or is it further frustration from the Seattle company? There’s also common advice to always avoid software when it’s brand new, until the final bugs are ironed out.

Windows 10 fixes a lot which is wrong with Windows 8, but Windows 7 was a perfectly good operating system, so if the new features outlined above the don’t catch your attention, I’d wait.

Those on Windows 8 machines, however, will probably want to have a serious look at Windows 10.

Windows 8 was a mess, and Windows 10 might be the very thing users of that poor operating system have been waiting for.

More questions? I’m always here at the end of the phone to answer questions on this and any other computer questions, so pick up the phone or get in touch via Twitter and Facebook. And the ultimate question: will/ be upgrading? Well, I've been on Windows 8 for the last few months, and personally can’t wait to move off it onto something better…

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8. Settings: Ok, not the most glamorous of topics, but if Windows 8’s main problem way its split personality, the Control panel was the worst example.

There were effectively two in Windows 8 (the usual one and another for the Start Screen), with settings randomly spread across the two. Sometimes the same setting was there on both sides. Now, there will just be one Setting screen, with all the control panel elements in one place. Windows 10 should be much easier to manage than 8.

So, what do I recommend? If you've seen the message asking about reserving Windows 10, should you accept or not?

Well, whatever older version of windows you’re using there are reasons to upgrade. The system should be faster, notifications will tell you what’s going on in the world (and on your PC), and the much loved Start Menu is more flexible than ever.

And at the low price of Free, anyone who wants to keep up to date with the latest from Microsoft should certainly consider it.

However, if you’re using Windows 7 and your computer is running smoothly, then I’d wait a while. Find out the public reaction to the system from July 29th onward.

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Bristol Fashion

Summer Show

Bristol Fashion are gearing up for their Summer Show on 11th July. We are looking forward to sharing the stage with Charlie Green.

Charlie's introduction to the world of entertainment began at a very early age when he entertained passengers on board a cruise ship with a rendering of that classic song ‘New York, New York’. On further cruises he also entertained passengers at the grand piano.

He came to the world's attention in 2008 when he performed on the popular TV show ‘Britain's Got Talent’. This led him to having over 4 million hits on YouTube.

Since this time he has continued to mature as a singer, performing in the USA, Canada and the Philippines. In the UK. he has performed in a number of premier concert venues including the Bridgewater Hall, Manchester, Fairfield Hall, Croydon, and twice at Birmingham’s Symphony Hall. His repertoire is wide ranging including swing, gospel, modern pop music and ‘Rat Pack’ style ballads. We can promise you a great evening.

This will be the second time Bristol Fashion have performed in the lovely St Mary Magdalene Church.

All the proceeds will go to MacMillan Cancer Support.

Tickets cost £10, concessions £8 and can be obtained by calling 01275 835512, emailing pro@bristolfashion.org.uk or you can book online at www.eventbrite.co.uk Bristol and the surrounding area is a hotbed of Barbershop, boasting a men’s chorus, and no less than 4 ladies’ choruses, not to mention a plethora of quartets, male, female and mixed. Our local men’s chorus, the Great Western Chorus recently gained gold for the 9th time in the annual British Association of Barbershop Singers convention competition. The ladies’ Convention is held every year in October, and friendly competition prevails between the local ladies’ choruses and quartets.

On Tuesday June 16th seven local quartets took part in a showcase event at St Anne’s Church Siston, organised by the members of High Tea quartet. This was in preparation for the preliminary quartet competition, to decide who will go forward to compete in October. The event gave quartets the opportunity to perform their competition sets before an audience, resulting in a very enjoyable evening, enhanced with tea, coffee and delicious cakes.

In addition, almost £200 was raised for Survive, a South Gloucestershire women’s refuge and support charity.

If you would like to know more about barbershop singing, or check out local choruses go to www.labbs.org.uk (women) or www.singbarbershop.com (men)

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Children’s Summer

Club

Fantastic, new children’s club: Operation ‘Success’ has a mission to improve self-esteem & encourage self-belief in Bristol’s young people – getting children ready for Secondary!

Operation ‘MAD’ has a mission ‘Make a Differecne’ to the local community, whilst boosting confidence in South Bristol’s children1

How much is it?

The children’s club launched at the end of April, and is based around promoting positivity and an honest “can-do” attitude in kids all around Bristol.

Its newest club—Operation ‘success’, will be launching in in just afew weeks’ time to current year 6 students who want a head start for September.

What will my child learn?

Operation ‘Success’ is designed to help children get ready for secondary! Whilst teaching the children about goal setting , visualisation and learning techniques (plus a lot more!), the children will also have the opportunity to play lots of great games, meet new friends going to local secondary schools—as well as ask any question they might have about KS3.

The organisation has had a great 3 months teaching children these life-changing lessons, with incredible results! They are now really excited for the opportunity to do it all again this summer.

So…

What is it?

An all-day kids club for 10-11 year olds that want to have fun, be more confident, meet new friends and get ready for secondary school!

Where is it?

Ashton Learning Centre, Ashville Road

When is it?

Weekly (Tuesday or Thursday) throughout the school holidays—between 10m –3pm.

Only £19 per full day!

The cheapest summer children’s club in South Bristol (3.80 per hour!)

Your child will learn about thing like…  Goal setting  Planning  Positive attitude  Team work  Communication  plus a lot more!

Our aims are to build confidence and self-esteem, whilst helping children feel more prepared for secondary school.

Weeks 1-4: During the first session, along with following 3 sessions; we will teach the children how to set goals for thinking positively (daily rituals), show them how beliefs are developed (and how to change them if they’re self-sabotaging!), discuss different personalities and how to communicate with them, along with useful tools for homework preparation; what to do if you aren't sure of something; and what to expect in the terms of extra-curricular activities, and learning styles at secondary school.

Week 5: The final session will consist of a reflection and reviews of everything they have learnt’ along with games and opportunities for prizes (all of which are designed to reinforce learning).

Children’s summer club .

Runs weekly on Tuesday and Thursday Ashton learning Centre, Southville.

Contact: Abby on07894966608 or abby@yesicandoit.com Online: www.the-success-academy.org/ @Operation_MAD (Twitter) / Operation M.A.D (Facebook) Open to children in year 6, going into year 7.

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Question I’m looking at getting a new vehicle for my business and I know there are some tax advantages of having vans. But what is the definition of a van, so that I know what to buy?

Answer Vans have a number of benefits for tax purposes; in comparison to cars: 1. VAT – if your business is VAT registered, you may be able to recover the VAT on a van 2. Capital Allowances – if you buy the van outright or under a finance lease such as a Hire Purchase agreement, you should be able to offset the cost of the van against your profits.

3. Benefits in Kind – Company cars can trigger taxable benefits in kind, which are based on the List Price and the car’s CO2 emissions whereas benefits in kind for vans are a fixed amount Defining a van can be tricky, as there are different criteria for different areas of tax, but try to stick to the following conditions:  A vehicle that is not commonly used as a private vehicle and is unsuitable for such use  A vehicle primarily suited for the transportation of goods- no rear seats/ windows,  Has a maximum legal laden weight of 3,500kg Discussing this with an accountant before you make any purchases, could prevent you from losing tax relief and being unable to reclaim VAT. Question I’ve just gone self employed. How do I go about paying my stamp?

Answer The self employed pay 2 types of National Insurance: 1. Class 4 which is dependent upon the level of profits and is collected via the tax return 2. Class 2 which is a fixed amount In the past, Class 2 National Insurance has typically been collected from taxpayers via Direct Debit. But from April 2015, Class 2 National Insurance became an annual charge and will now be collected via the tax return and the Self Assessment regime.

As your business is just starting out, I would recommend that you seek advice on your affairs. This can make sure you’re claiming everything you’re entitled to and making the most of all the tax planning opportunities you have available.

And crucially this year, if your profits fall below the small earnings level, Class 2 will not fall due. This could lead to gaps in National Insurance records which will have an impact when claiming some state benefits such as the state pension.

Disclaimer: advice shared in this blog is intended to inform rather than advise. Taxpayer’s circumstances do vary and if you feel that the information provided is beneficial it is important that you contact us before implementation . If you take, or do not take action as a result of reading this forum, before receiving our written endorsement, we will accept no responsibility for any financial loss incurred.

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Everything Local All In One Place

Local

Events

Saturday 1st August Bristol Harlequins RFC Broomhill Rd, 2pm to 11pm Live music all day, guest ciders , BBQ, kids entertainment entry £5 kids go free .visit www.bristolharlequins.com/quinsfest/ Bristol Harbour Festival 2015 The annual Bristol harbour Festival will take place on 17th to 19th July if you are a fan of arts, circus, dance, music, boats, Nautical capers, good food and drink and general enjoyment.

Visit www.bristolharbourfestival.com

Pro Wrestling Chaos 1st August, BAWA Club,, Filton, Bristol Pro Wrestling Chaos continue with their brand of professional wrestling in the Bristol area as they roll in to the BAWA Club, Filton on the 1st of August.

Following a string of record breaking attendances in Knowle, Yate and Hanham, Pro Wrestling Chaos will be moving into the larger ball room at their Filton venue following a sold out show in January to cope with demand.

St Anne's Day celebrations Saturday 25th July FREE St Anne’s Day Pageant through Nightingale Valley and St Anne’s Woods.

Arrive 11:45am at the Pilgrim Inn, Brislington (BS4 4LE)f or a 12 noon start.

An opportunity to dress up and show off your best medieval costumes and join the medieval storytelling procession through Nightingale Valley and St Anne’s Wood to St Anne’s Well. Followed by the St Annes Day Family Festival, the festival will start at 1:30pm it will have lots of activities to keep the children entertained including bouncy castle, face painting, BBQ and more visit www.facebook.com/ events/416542558518821

They are also thrilled to announce that not 1, but 2 big international names will be at this event which they are calling ‘Hell is for Heros’. Featuring former TNA (Total Non-Stop Action) world heavy weight champion Chris Sabin and Chris Hero who’s recently been involved with the WWE’s NXT brand seen globally to an audience of millions.

Pro Wrestling Chaos promoter Rob Woolcock said ‘ The response from our fans for this event has surpassed our expectation, Front row and second row seats for this event have already sold out and we are hoping for another great night for all our fans Which is suitable for all ages!’

The remaining tickets for this event are £10 each or 4 for £30 when bought in advance from the venue of via www.prowrestlingchaos.com

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Fire Walk for

Guide Dogs

Are you Up For The Challenge?

Guide Dogs Charity are on the Lookout for Thrill Seekers This September, Guide Dogs are holding their first Fire Walk in Bristol, to raise money and awareness of this amazing charity. The event is set to take place on 3rd September at Millennium Square and they hope to raise £5,000 for the charity. This is enough to breed and train a new puppy, that will one day go on to support someone who is blind or partially sighted.

Guide Dogs are currently on the lookout for any thrill seekers who would like to take on the challenge of a fire walk.

Sarah Knox from Guide Dogs says ‘This event is a great way to ‘Stand Out’ for Guide Dogs and we are excited to be able to hold this event in Bristol for the first time. Many people have fire walking on their bucket list, and now is the chance to tick off that challenge and show your friends and family that you can be fearless for charity.

Guide Dogs are so reliant on the generosity of the public, as the charity receives no government support for our Guide Dog service. So events like this one, are a great way for us to continue to support blind and partially sighted people Already signed up is a gentleman who is awaiting training with his first guide dog, and a lady whose working guide dog will be watching from the sidelines as she braves the challenge. This is the shortest sponsored walk anyone will ever take part in, so please show your support and sign up today.’

Signing up is easy, just contact Sarah on 07785 433266 or email sarah.knox@guidedogs.org.uk. There is a £40 registration fee, and we hope you will be able to raise £150 in sponsorship. Once you have registered, you will be sent a fundraising pack to help you reach your target.

The event will start with a workshop at 7pm for all participants and then the walk itself will take place at 8pm. The fire walk is being run by professional fire walking company Survivability.

If this event is not for you, then why not show your support to our brave fire walkers and sponsor them online now at www.justgiving.com/ GuideDogsFireWalkBristol For more information about Guide Dogs or this event, please check out the website www.guidedogs.org.uk or contact Sarah.

Thursday 3rd September Millennium square, Bristol Cost: £40 registration plus £150 sponsorship to take part.

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Go Bananas at the BBQ This

Summer

Triple berry Banana Boat

Ingredients :      

4 Bananas 4 Tablespoons of syrup or Honey 4 Strawberries sliced 24 Blueberries 8 Blackberries 32 Marshmallows (sliced)

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Make sure the BBQ is hot Lay each banana curve side down on a peace of foil, wrap each banana leaving the top exposed.

Cut the banana peel about 1/2 inch deep lengthways drizzle with syrup or honey and arrange strawberry's , blueberry’s and blackberry’s along with the marshmallows inside the banana and cover with the remaining foil.

Bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until bananas begin to blacken and the marshmallows melt.

Serve with ice cream or cream.

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WEDNESDAY St Christophers Church Hampstead Road, Brislington, BS4 3HJ 5:30pm and 7:30pm Emma: 01173 825 844 The Gatehouse Centre Hareclive Road, Hartcliffe, BS13 9JN 9.30am, 11.30am, 5pm & 7pm Vicky: 07999 617 075 THURSDAY The Ex Service Club Winford Grove, Bedminster Down, BS13 7DY 9.30 am, 11.30am, 5:30pm and 7:30pm Debbie: 07796 945 039 Christ The Servant Stockwood Road, Stockwood, BS14 8SP 5pm and 7pm Vicky: 07999 617 075 FRIDAY The Ex Service Club Winford Grove, Bedminster Down, BS13 7DY 9.30 am, Debbie: 07796 945 039

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BBQ Season Is Here Why Not Treat

BBQs On The Menu This Summer Thanks To Slimming World And Iceland Bristol's slimmers are looking forward to celebrating their slimmest summer ever thanks to the launch of a new barbecue range created by Slimming World in association with Iceland.

The three products – Beef Quarter Pounders, Thaistyle Chicken Quarter Pounders and Mediterraneanstyle Chicken Sausages – are perfect for the barbecue and join Slimming World’s food range, which was Iceland’s most successful ever frozen food range launch when it hit stores in February.

Based on Slimming World’s famous Food Optimising* eating plan, the collection of ready meals and other products has been developed in response to demand from the club’s 800,000 members. And the new additions, which are in stores now, will ensure slimmers can enjoy barbecues with family and friends with ease and stay on track with their weight loss campaign.

Sarah Bryant, a Slimming World Consultant who runs Slimming World groups in Hengrove and Whitchurch, says her members are loving the new burgers and sausages: “The Slimming World meals have been a big hit with my members and they’ve really helped them to stay on track with their weight losses by enabling them to enjoy healthy, filling meals even when they’re short of time or working shifts and unable to prepare a healthy home-cooked meal, which is exactly why Slimming World developed the range in the first place.

“Summer can be a challenging time as normal routines are disrupted with school holidays and special events like barbecues and summer parties. These three new products, all ‘Free Foods’ on Slimming World’s Food Optimising plan, will help slimmers to enjoy these occasions without compromising their weight losses, so I’m confident my members will be able to have their healthiest, tastiest summer yet.”

Slimming World members follow the club’s Food Optimising healthy eating plan and learn to satisfy their appetite on those foods that are the lowest in energy density (calories per gram). Slimming World calls these foods ‘Free Foods’ and they include foods like poultry, fish, lean meat, eggs, pulses, pasta, rice, potatoes, fruit, vegetables and fat-free dairy products.

Yourself!

While cooking from scratch is and always will be at the heart of Food Optimising, these new products are made with lean, protein-packed meat and lend themselves brilliantly to recipes with lots of fresh salad and veg.

The new products are: 4 Syn-free Thai-style Chicken Quarter Pounders: Juicy and zingy chicken burgers, high in protein and made with chicken breast, red and jalapeno peppers and Thai-style seasoning.

454g pack.

4 Syn-free Beef Quarter Pounders: Mouthwatering beef burgers, packed with protein and the delicious flavours of onion and spices. 454g pack 6 Syn-free Mediterranean -style Chicken Sausages: Sublime, protein-rich chicken sausages bursting with the flavours of the Mediterranean and made with chicken breast, red peppers, garlic and herbs.

360g pack.

The range of Slimming World meals and products is available exclusively in Iceland’s 850 stores including and are all priced at £3 each. The three new additions, which can all be grilled, cooked in a pan sprayed with low calorie cooking spray or cooked on the barbecue from frozen, are available now.

More products, including vegetarian options, are in development and will be in stores later this year.

Anyone interested in finding out more about losing weight through healthy eating or joining a local Slimming World group is welcome to pop along or for more information they can call Sarah on 07879 443888

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There is not long to go until the ‘Shaun in the City’ flock arrives in Bristol – and to kick off the countdown, two of the trail’s celebrity designs have been revealed!

The eagerly-anticipated charity sculpture trail will feature 70 individually-designed sculptures of Aardman’s Shaun the Sheep. The sculptures will be installed in iconic locations and green spaces all across Bristol from 6 July until 31 August, including Clifton Suspension Bridge, Bristol Temple Meads Station, Ashton Gate Stadium, Snuff Mills and Horfield Common, before being auctioned to raise funds for Wallace & Gromit’s Grand Appeal, the Bristol Children’s Hospital Charity.

The Bristol trail follows the hugely popular ‘Shaun in the City’ trail in London earlier this year, which was visited by hundreds of thousands of people, and was extended for an extra week due to overwhelming public demand.

The Bristol trail features 70 brand new sculpture designs, each created by a different artist, designer or celebrity – including Peter Firmin, the creator of another much-loved British animated character, Bagpuss.

Peter painted the sculpture with his daughter Emily, an artist and sculptor. Emily also played Bagpuss’ owner in the television series when she was eight years old.

Peter said, “Emily and I have never worked together before as our work is normally on a totally different scale. She makes large papier mache sculptures, and knows about painting sculptures of this scale and size, so I asked her to help me with ‘Bagpuss Shaun’.

“She helped me work out how to paint such a large sculpture, and helped painting the legs, as I found it difficult at my age to bend down to reach them. She also helped me with the ragging technique used to create the furry texture on Shaun’s body.

“We painted ‘Bagpuss Shaun’ in my barn, where I built Bagpuss’ Shop and the Clangers’ planet. ‘Bagpuss Shaun’ is six feet tall with Gabriel the Toad on his head, so it was the only place big enough!

Bagpuss has never been forgotten and I hope that ‘Bagpuss Shaun’ is a popular part of the ‘Shaun in the City’ trail. It was great fun to create him and good to know it is in aid of such a good cause.” ‘ Bagpuss Shaun’ will be on display at Cabot Circus during the trail, and is also sponsored by Cabot Circus.

Peter is joined by Wayne Hemingway, the acclaimed British designer behind fashion label Red or Dead.

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Let the Hunt

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Wayne is well-known for his playful and colourful creations. True to this signature style his sculpture, ‘Sheepish’, sees Shaun disguised as a bright pink poodle.

Wayne said, “It was a no-brainer to get involved in such a fun project, which gives so much pleasure to people and benefits such a wonderful cause.

“Creating this sculpture for ‘Shaun in the City’ has been a blast. I love it when on those rare occasions you see a poodle with a pink “do” being walked in the park, and thought that Shaun may want to disguise himself “sheepishly” as a giant pink poodle with a “do”.The sculpture proves that he would. We love coming to Bristol and working with Unite Students, one of our favourite clients, and am looking forward to visiting ‘Sheepish’ during the trail.”

‘Sheepish’ will be located at Temple Church Gardens and is sponsored by Unite Students.

Nicola Masters, director of The Grand Appeal, said, “We are all so excited to unveil Peter Firmin and Wayne Hemingway as the first celebrity designers on our Bristol trail.

“Bagpuss is a truly timeless character loved by generations of all ages, and we loved the idea of a sculpture that combined his familiar pink stripes with a modern-day classic character, Shaun the Sheep!

“Wayne is one of Britain’s brightest design talents, and we just knew he would use Shaun as a canvas for something really creative. His bright pink poodle, ‘Sheepish’, will certainly be very hard to miss on the streets of Bristol!”

The Grand Appeal previously organised the phenomenally successful ‘Gromit Unleashed’ trail in Bristol in 2013. The 80 sculptures of Wallace’s canine sidekick were visited by more than 1.2million people, and raised over £2.3 million for the charity at auction.

Nicola Masters continued, “Our London trail was so popular that we extended it for a further week, now there’s just a month to go until the new flock arrives in Bristol. After the fantastic success of ‘Gromit Unleashed’ two summers ago, we know how much excitement there is in Bristol for Shaun to arrive.

“We are very grateful for the support Bristol showed for Gromit, and for the Grand Appeal. We hope people take our Shaun sculptures to heart in just the same way, helping us to continue to raise vital funds for Bristol Children’s Hospital.”

Visitors will be able to track down all 70 ‘Shaun in the City’ sculptures by picking up a free trail map from points all over the city, available once the trail starts. You can also download the official ‘Shaun in the City: Sheep Spotter’ app, available now for £1.49 on iOS and Android, with all proceeds to the charity.

The 120 sculptures from the Bristol and London ‘Shaun in the City’ trails will go on display in the Great Sheep Round Up Exhibition in Bristol this autumn, before the whole flock goes to auction. Proceeds from the sale of the 70 Bristol sculptures will support The Grand Appeal, the Bristol Children’s Hospital Charity.

Wallace & Gromit’s Children’s Foundation. Charity no. 1043603 Shaun the Sheep & Shaun in the City ©& ™ Aardman Animations Ltd 2015

For more information, visit www.shauninthecity.org.uk

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Make Someone's Day

Special

Special Occasion mascots (Formerly North Bristol Mascots) We are a small but growing business which started with one mascot. Olaf was the first and is still very popular with children and Adults. We now have a huge 24 mascots and are adding to this all the time.

Here are some of the mascots you can hire:                 

Spongebob Mike and Sally Mr Bunny Olaf, Anna and Elsa Kristophe Mickey and Minnie Mouse Buzz Light Year Woody Jessy Postman Pat Fireman Sam Shaun the Sheep Peppa Pig Ninja Turtle The Incredible Hulk Spiderman Minions x3

We cater for all events from birthday parties to school fares to charity events and weddings.

Its amazing and gives us such joy to make children’s dreams a reality. The smiles on thier faces tell us we are doing something right to keep to this a possibility for parents. Our prices are affordable and we offer a number of durations with all booking tailored to your requests.

We are very excited to see our business growing each month and have attended numerous events over the last few months large and small with many more to look forward to during the summer months.

Though out Bristol from July many of you will take part in Shaun in the City trail. So look out for our very own ‘Shaun the Sheep’ who will be popping up at various statues across the city fist of which will be at Practically Perfect in Boardwalk shopping Centre Knowle .

For more information check our Facebook page

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