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Introduction

Welcome Editor’s note

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elcome to the May issue of Nailsea & Backwell Living.

This month we have two Bank Holidays to look forward to and there’s lots going on in the local area to keep you occupied.

Exciting news for Backwell Music Festival has been announced, and the town is also hosting a free Plastic Planet Day of events and activities.

Elsewhere, it was another successful Nailsea Spring Show, while youngsters were able to take part in a Mad Hatters Tea Party in Crown Glass Place.

In Sport, we focus on a Nailsea teenager who is excelling at rugby and the Alchemy Trampoline and DMT club in Nailsea who have a number of members who have qualified for the South West Squad and have a shot at qualifying for the nationals.

Remember, Nailsea & Backwell Living is your magazine, put together by members of the community and bringing all of the news and events through your door each month.

So if you have anything the community should know about or an event coming up that you would like publicised, make sure you get in touch.

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Community News SPRING SHOW 2016 TROPHY WINNERS BARBARA RANDALL TROPHY (Most points in members’ classes)

Mrs V Davis

DAFFODIL SOCIETY CENTENARY TROPHY (Best Exhibit in Class I)

Mr I Clark

THELMA HOWES MEMORIAL TROPHY (Most points in Daffodil Classes) Mr Rodney Veale

Spring Show continues success

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he Nailsea Spring Show, organised by the members of the Nailsea and District Horticultural Society, was another great success with hundreds of visitors and entries.

The standard of exhibits was even higher than last year despite many people entering for the first time.

The show itself is one of a number of National Daffodil Society shows that occur around the country at this time of year and draws entries from far and wide due to the high standard.

There were over 170 daffodil exhibits, and one onlooker said: “They look so good they look plastic.”

It is hoped that at least some of the onlookers will be inspired to enter the Summer Show, which takes place on Saturday, August 6, or next year’s Spring Show.

Visitors were able to view impressive blooms and vegetables, floral art and crafts, stunning photography and sample delicious refreshments to the sound of the Filton Brass Band.

Several local and not so local craft stalls were in attendance as was the large book stall.

Members of the society would like to thank all those who entered and helped on the day. They would also like to invite others who are interested in gardening to attend the monthly talks at the United Reformed Church, Nailsea on the second Wednesday of the month at 7.30 pm.

For more details on that, contact Jane Knight on 01275 855342.

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JIM TIGWELL TROPHY (Best Exhibit in Class 2)

Mr I Clark

FRANK CALCRAFT MEMORIAL TROPHY (Best exhibit in Class 3)

Mr I Clark

R N COATE CUP (Winner of Class 4)

Mr I Clark

WHITBREAD TROPHY (Most points in Horticultural Classes other than Daffodils) Mr J Chinn DOROTHY LUCAS TROPHY (Most points in Domestic Classes)

Mrs J Knight

PHOTOGRAPHY TROPHY (Most points in Photography Classes)

Mr P Dumbell

FEDERATED TROPHY (Most points in Floral Art)

Mrs C Tovell

ZENA HART TROPHY (Most points in Handicrafts)

Mrs T Jenner

LITTLE EGYPT WI TROPHY (Best Exhibit in Children’s Classes)

Katherine Dumbell

CHILDREN’S TROPHY Under 5

Florence Harris

CHILDREN’S TROPHY 5 - 7 years

Kathryn Morgan

CHILDREN’S TROPHY 8 - 11 years CHILDREN’S TROPHY 12 - 16 years

Mia Birdseye Emily Norman

DAFFODIL SOCIETY BRONZE MEDALS Best exhibit in Daffodil Classes

Mr I Clark

Reserve best exhibit in Daffodil Classes

Mr I Clark

DAFFODIL SOCIETY DIPLOMA Best bloom in Daffodil classes

Mr I Clark

DAFFODIL SOCIETY DIPLOMA Best vase of 3 blooms in Daffodil Classes

Mr I Clark

DAFFODIL SOCIETY DIPLOMA Best Daffodil exhibit in Members’ Classes Mr W Knight NAILSEA SOCIETY DIPLOMAS Best bloom in Division 1:

Mr I Clark

Best bloom in Division 2:

Mr I Clark

Best bloom in Division 3:

Mr I Clark

Best bloom in Division 4: Best bloom in Divisions 5 to 12: Best miniature bloom: Best bloom in Members’ classes

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Community News

Get ready for the Nailsea May Fair

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reparations are now well under way for the traditional May Fair, which will be held as usual on the Millennium Park, formerly Scotch Horn Playing field, at Nailsea on Bank Holiday Monday, May 2 from noon-5pm.

The fun packed afternoon for all the family will feature a funfair, inflatables, side-shows, live music from The Twice Dailies, Barley Rye Choir, Nailsea Musicals and Robin Schaefer.

There will also be a Military Vehicle Display, Stationery Engine Display, barbecued burgers and hot dogs, refreshments including homemade cakes and a large car boot sale with spaces for 150 cars.

Following last year’s success, the main attraction this year will be another chance to experience riding a Segway.

The fairground will be in operation from Friday, April 29 until Bank holiday Monday afternoon and lucky souvenir programmes are now on sale which includes a chance to win a cash prize.

The May Fair is organised by 2nd Nailsea Scouts and as well as being the first major community event in the year is the major fund raising effort for the Scout Group.

The event also provides fund raising opportunities for other local charities who take part. Vendors wishing to take part in the car boot should turn up from 10am.

Any local charities wishing to take part who have not already been contacted should contact the organiser, Richard Simmons on 01275 857784, as soon as possible to book space.

TOURISM CHIEF EXECUTIVE TO SPEAK AT ANNUAL PARISH MEETING Wraxall and Failand’s annual parish meeting takes place on Tuesday, May 3 at Failand Village Hall and the guest speaker will be John Turner, Chief Executive of the Somerset Tourism Association.

He will be discussing the work that Visit Somerset is completing on behalf of the county’s tourism and leisure industry, as well as what the Visit Somerset team is doing to encourage and attract more tourism and leisure/ inward investment into the county of Somerset.

The Visit Somerset team are working hard at changing that perception and insuring that Somerset’s £1.3 Billion worth of tourism spend and 34,000 jobs associated with tourism are given the opportunity to grow, rewarding all of Somerset with better investment opportunities and future growth.

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Community News E LE SIZ E UB NG TH O KI R D FO F A EO IC PR

Lions Easter eggs help cancer charity

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n Easter egg raffle organised by Nailsea Lions has raised the magnificent sum of £1,444.

The main beneficiary will be Marie Curie Cancer Care, with the remainder going to smaller local charities.

In total, 24 giant eggs were raffled at various locations in Nailsea, Backwell and Long Ashton.

President of the Lions, Wendy Hasler, thanked all the organisations that had raffled eggs on behalf of the Lions, and all the members of the public who had generously supported the event.

Pictured is a delighted Pam Hintz, the lucky winner of one of the giant eggs, raffled by Nailsea and District Footpath Group at their AGM, on behalf of Nailsea Lions.

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ROTARY BOOKSTALL RAISES PRINCELY SUM

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he spring bookstall run by the Rotary Club of Nailsea and Backwell raised a remarkable £557 for local good causes.

This magnificent sum was achieved despite the bitterly cold day which speaks volumes not only for the stallholders but also the stalwart customers.

The next sale will be in May at Nailsea Crown Glass Shopping Centre which will give regular visitors plenty of time to buy in their summer reading.

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A spokesperson for the Rotary Club said: “Whilst sorting our present stock, a photograph was found in a bag of books dating back to 1904. If anyone is missing a cherished family memento, please ring David as above.

The latest handbag sale of good-condition and quality handbags run by the Rotary Club raised £329 for local good causes.

The handbag stall is rapidly becoming a feature of Nailsea shopping and the next one will be in three months time at the Farmer’s Market.

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Community News

Plastic Planet Day

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he Sustainable Backwell group are holding a Plastic Planet Day on Saturday, May 21, at Backwell Parish Hall, Station Road, Backwell.

The free afternoon of events and activities will feature a talk by BBC Natural History Unit’s Jo Ruxton on her new film “A Plastic Ocean with handson fun activities for children; North Somerset Council recycling staff will explain what happens to your plastic waste; a presentation by Surfers Against Sewage; a chance to see a 3D printer in action; great ideas for reducing your plastic usage; good things about hi-tech plastics; and how you can help reduce plastic pollution in Backwell.

Nailsea Waitrose has agreed to make the event one of its green token causes for March.

A spokesperson for the Sustainable Backwell Group said: “The group is concerned about the topical issue of plastic polluting the world and, in

particular, the oceans - and would like to bring this global issue to the attention of the local community.

“The aim of the day is to make people aware of the serious pollution plastic causes, offer alternatives to plastic, demonstrate how plastic can be recycled into attractive objects and also to show it can be incredibly useful to us too.

“We will also have speakers from North Somerset Council recycling and Surfers against Sewage.

And there will be informative displays on all aspects of plastic and its history.

“We are also starting an Adopta-Hedge scheme to

encourage people to look after and clean up their “own” local hedge over the year and, hopefully, beyond.”

The day will run from 1-5pm and teas and home-made cakes will be available. For more information, email: sustainablebackwell@gmail.com.

‘ONESIE WALK’ RAISES £1,800 FOR CHARITY Pupils at St Francis Primary School in Nailsea have helped raise a whopping £1800 for charity – and the school are still counting.

The school, carried out its main fundraising event of the year to raise money for Cafod’s ‘Splash’ campaign to help raise funds for water pumps in Uganda.

The children walked seven laps around the school for a sponsored ‘Onesie Walk.’

A spokesperson from the school said: “We saw a fantastic display of animals and super heroes as children arrived the sponsored ‘Onesie Walk and the children are thrilled they raised such a large amount of money.’

“The wet weather didn’t dampen spirits; the pupils dressed as lambs, leopards, wolves and bears. Some of the teachers also got involved in the fun, and one dressed as a cow while another dressed like a gorilla.”

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Betsy tackles eighth London Marathon for St Peter’s Hospice

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Nailsea woman is preparing to take part in her eighth London Marathon while raising money for the charity caring for her sister-in-law.

Betsy Bebbington, 51, hopes to raise around £3000 at the event, where she will be supporting Bristol’s only adult hospice, St Peter’s Hospice.

The charity is currently caring for sister-in-law Ann Bebbington from Nailsea, who was diagnosed with non-treatable pancreatic cancer at Christmas time last year and who is now receiving day hospice support.

Betsy said: “My lovely sister-in-law Ann was diagnosed with a very late presenting and fast moving cancer late last year. She has since been supported by St Peter’s Hospice and we decided together that I should run this year’s marathon in aid of them, as they have been so wonderful.

“Ann has been on the 12-week day hospice programme and has found it so helpful with all the expertise the doctors and nurses have there. The coordination with her GP and the management of her side effects have made a real difference to her and to the rest of the family who are helping to care for her.

“With the help of the hospice everything has been much quicker and much less stressful. The 24- hour helpline has been a huge support for us; even before she was fully transferred to the hospice every contact we had with them was amazing.

“The day hospice programme has given my mother-in-law Margaret, who is Ann’s main carer, a respite break and Ann has really enjoyed going. The nurses make her feel comfortable and the building itself is lovely inside and out. Ann couldn’t believe it when she was offered wine with her lunch, but the attitude there is very much ‘we’re here to make you happy and comfortable.’

“Ann has been a great supporter of my middle aged running exploits so it’s fantastic to be able to be doing this for her and the hospice. I placed first in my age group at the Reading Half Marathon recently and I could hear her clapping when I phoned home, which was just lovely. I’m glad she takes some enjoyment from my little hobby.”

Although she only started running aged 43, Betsy has become an experienced runner taking part in 14 previous full marathons. Aiming to set a new personal best time of 3 hours 15 minutes, Betsy is being trained by a coach and says the 26.2 mile distance is her favourite.

“Marathons are quite strategic and I like that. You’ve got to make sure you don’t start off too quickly but when you get to the final five miles and you realise as a 5ft something woman you are overtaking men of 6ft, it’s such a rewarding feeling.

“Knowing that your little legs have propelled you all that distance, and basically only on a bowl of porridge and a banana, is amazing. I really enjoy running as a sport and I’m hoping to achieve a good time and good amount of money for St Peter’s Hospice.

“I work as a meat and fish specialist at Waitrose in Nailsea and they’ve been brilliant at supporting me so far. I’ve raised £1000 to date and hope to raise at least £3000 by the end.

“St Peter’s Hospice really resonates with the local community, everyone knows someone who they have helped. We can’t thank them enough for the help they are giving Ann so it’s lovely to give something back.”

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Exciting plans for festival announced

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estival organisers are offering visitors to this year’s Backwell Festival the chance to explore so much more than previous years, with additional music, art and dance workshops, yoga and more entertainment for children of all ages.

The festival takes place for two days this year on Saturday, July 2 and Sunday, July 3, in the grounds of Backwell Junior School, and there will be camping available too.

The global weekend journey includes music from Japan, Africa, Scandanavia, India, The Americas, Central Asia and the Middle East, plus some from closer to home.

You can also learn about West African music and Indian drumming, learn to Bellydance or show off your Bollywood dance moves.

Saturday will feature LitterARTI making sculpture and musical instruments from recycled material; storyteller Michael Loader; Spin Bikes so you can pedal hard and make swirly pictures from paint; Invisible Circus with their tight rope and acrobatics workshops; and Pixelwhip

brings his retro computer games to the Kids Area on Saturday afternoon.

The Literature Tent on the Saturday now includes two performances from Presence Theatre, poetry from Vanessa Kisuule and music from The Bookshop Band.

On the Sunday you can try your hand at miniature Indian painting, have a go on the Mojo Climbing Tower, and visit the world food court, with old favourites and new flavours, and bars, including champagne and cocktails.

Also on the Sunday morning, for the first time, there is an early yoga session, a theatre show for children and a Review

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Nailsea fundraiser and vet star on Crufts

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Nailsea fundraiser and North Somerset vet appeared on Crufts as part of Channel 4’s coverage of the event.

Jayne May set up Zoe’s Journey UK (funding research into canine cancer) to raise money for the Animal Health Trust (AHT), one of a handful of organisations in the world with a dedicated canine cancer research programme, after her beloved 14 year old Golden Retriever Zoe was diagnosed with lymphoma.

Crufts invited Zoe, Jayne and vet Steve Tasker from Watkins and Tasker, who diagnosed Zoe’s cancer, to attend the event at the Birmingham NEC after hearing from the AHT about the campaign and how much has been raised.

Following the visit and screening

by Channel 4, the Zoe’s Journey

UK Facebook pages lit up and more than £50,000 has been raised to date, and they hope to reach £75,000 Steve Tasker, vet and local business owner, said: “It was a great opportunity to be interviewed to reach a national audience about both Jayne’s achievements with her fundraising group, Zoe’s Journey UK, and canine cancer.

“My aim was to reinforce the message about how the speed of diagnosis can increase survival rates, bust the myths surrounding chemotherapy treatment for dogs and generally raise awareness of canine cancer research.”

AHT has recognised Zoe’s Journey UK as being one of their largest independent fundraisers and, estimating that one in four dogs will get cancer in their lifetime, AHT’s

research is crucial.

To find out more about Zoe’s Journey UK, visit www.zoesjourneyuk.com. For more information on Watkins & Tasker Veterinary Group and its practices in Nailsea, Yatton and Portishead, visit www.watkins-tasker-vets.co.uk.

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NAILSEA WOMEN IN BUSINESS The Blue Room in Nailsea was the venue for the inaugural meeting of a small group of local business women.

Sharon Brown, who hosted the meeting, said: “The group identified a few of the challenges facing them and their businesses, including the isolation of working alone, understanding social media and its role as a business tool, and working in rural locations or dormitory towns.

“We hope to provide a forum for local business women to discuss these and other issues, enabling us to learn from and support each other.”

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Community News Community News FARMERS MARKET MANAGER LEAVES ROLE AFTER SEVEN YEARS

Spring holiday fun enjoyed at Crown Glass

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he Crown Glass Shopping Centre, Nailsea brought the garden into the Shopping Centre for the spring halfterm holidays with a programme of family fun themed around traditional children’s entertainment and the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party.

On Good Friday Centre Mascot, Honeysuckle the Bee, was at the Centre to hand out mini Easter Eggs and a special Mad Hatter’s playing card, inviting families to the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party Those families were then able to enjoy the party with the Mad Hatter, Alice and The Queen of Hearts and take part in crafts, games and family fun sessions.

Children presented their playing card to the Queen of Hearts to find out whether they had won a prize or had to pay a forfeit.

Rob Stokell, Centre Manager, said: “With the new ‘Alice through the Looking Glass’ movie to be launched in May, we thought it was a great opportunity to recreate a scene from Lewis Carroll’s adventures with Alice.

A traditional Punch & Judy show was also part of the centre’s ‘Wacky Wednesday’ programme of free holiday entertainment thanks to the Puppetree Theatre Company.

The manager of Nailsea’s popular Farmers’ Market is stepping down and offering the reins for someone else to take over.

Gina Provis has been the manager of the market for seven years and since she started in the role in 2008 the market has Gina Provis (left) with Councillor become the biggest Liz Frappell celebrating the 1st local produce market in North Somerset and anniversary of the market. is a thriving hub for the local community every third Saturday of the month.

Gina said: “I am proud of what I’ve achieved especially being a local person committed to giving Nailsea the best range, quality and variety a local market could offer. I look forward to popping along as a customer myself.

“The market has outgrown me in what I can offer in its development and organising and is primed for its next organiser.

“I appreciate all the support the producers, Clerk and Town Council staff, councillors, shopping centre staff, local residents, local media, North Somerset Council staff and Somerset Farmers’ Markets organisers have given me over the years.

“But I would also like to give a big thank you to Ian Morrell and the Nailsea Town Council for giving me the opportunity in the first place.”

Gina’s contract does not finish until after the May market. The market will run as normal and during that time she will be assisting the Town Council to find her replacement.

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Community News Community News MAWS Concert features Olympic theme

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ore than 600 children from 20 North Somerset Primary Schools gathered at the Colston Hall, Bristol for the 41st annual Music Association of Woodspring Schools (MAWS) Concert.

It featured a varied programme based on songs, music and musicals relating to the Olympic Games to be held in Rio de Janeiro.

The evening included items performed by a choir of more than 350 children trained by school music co-ordinators, supported by dancers, and by three instrumental groups – string orchestra, wind band and guitar ensemble – prepared by the North Somerset Music Service.

The concert is a model of inter-school co-operation, where the pooling of

talents of children and staff leads to a very enjoyable evening for everyone concerned.

The schools that took part included All Saints Primary, Clevedon, Mary Elton Primary, Clevedon, St. John the Evangelist C .of E. Primary, Clevedon, St. Nicholas’ Chantry C. of E. Primary, Clevedon and Yeo Moor Primary, Clevedon.

GROVE PRESCHOOL TO HOLD MR MEN AND LITTLE MISS FAMILY TRAIL

Colourful fun run helps local families

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ainbow Run is back on Bristol Downs on Saturday, June 18.

It’s the city’s most colourful 5k where you can walk, jog or run your way round the route whilst getting covered in coloured powder paint to raise money for Children’s Hospice South West’s (CHSW) Charlton Farm in Wraxall.

The charity is celebrating 25 years since being founded by Eddie Farwell and his late wife, Jill so you can expect a

silver surprise in celebration of this very important milestone.

Get your friends, family or colleagues together and enter a team to the event of the summer – turn up in your white t-shirts and leave with a big smile, happy memories and covered in every colour of the rainbow. This year children aged 5+ can take part too.

To sign up, visit www.chsw.org.uk/ rainbowbristol.

Following the success of last year’s Alice and Wonderland trail, Grove pre-school will be holding a Little Miss and Mr Men family trail on Saturday, June 11 and Sunday, June 12.

Families attending the preschool have chosen Little Miss and Mr Men characters to make and display in and around their gardens near Grove Preschool on St Mary’s Grove, Nailsea.

Each garden or window will display a Little Miss or Mr Men character along with a letter, and all those who solve the anagram from the letters they find will be entered into a prize draw to win a family day out.

The committee will also be holding a fun day on the Sunday where there will be a BBQ, games and activities including a bouncy castle.

Maps for the trail will be on sale for £1.50 from Monday, May 23 and will be available from The Grove Sports Centre, Grove Pre School and John Browns Hardware.

All characters will be displayed from 8am on the Saturday to 6pm on the Sunday.

Money raised will be used to replace and buy vital equipment for the pre-school.

For more information, visit www.grovepreschoolnailsea. co.uk/

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Community News

Preparation for exam success

Y SPRING AND SUMMER SEASON OPENS AT NATURE RESERVE The 2016 spring and summer season at Stockway Nature Reserve in Nailsea is underway and follows on from another successful year.

For the sixth year running the reserve received an ‘It’s Your Neighbourhood’ award from The Royal Horticultural Society and South West in Bloom for our contribution to the community. This year the award was in the ‘outstanding’ category – the highest of the five categories awarded.

Visitor numbers for 2015 were 590, which included 228 young people and meant that there was a considerable increase in adult visitors. The reserve will be looking to beat that this year.

Open afternoons take place every Wednesday from now until the end of August as well as the first Saturday of each month throughout the year.

The free open days, which are from 2-5pm, are run

by The Friends of the Reserves for those who are interested in wildlife and would like to see the work that is done.

Accompanied children of all ages are welcome and there is full disabled access. Look for the ‘Reserve Open’ board on Stockway North by the Garden of Rest.

If you are interested, please ring chairman, Andrew Town on 01275 858064 or secretary, Pat Robinson on 01275 854628.” For more information, visit www.stockwaynorth.org.uk.

Trendlewood Community Big Lunch

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rendlewood Church is delighted to be facilitating and holding a Big Community Lunch on Sunday, June 12, from 12.30pm-4.30pm on Golden Valley School playground and field for all who live in the Trendlewood area.

Bring a picnic, chairs, rugs and a plate of cakes to share.

Coffee, tea and squash will be provided at no charge and some children’s activities are being planned.

The Big Lunch is an annual Eden Project initiative, and this year people all over the country will be getting together on the weekend that celebrations take place for The Queen’s 90th birthday. For more information, visit www.thebiglunch.com.

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ear 11 students from Nailsea School are getting their heads down in preparation for their forthcoming exams.

Following on from last year’s success, students have been invited to take part in a number of specially designed development sessions to further their learning.

A programme of revision has been developed by Deputy Head, Miss Heal and Director of Learning and Achievement - Miss Jones. Parents and students were invited to the school for a presentation on revision study technique and learning resources, 96% of those that attended found the event ‘very useful’ In a new initiative Ms Jones designed a bespoke revision programme for each individual pupil. The programmes are aimed to help students to plan their studies, access resources and not feel overwhelmed by the task before them.

As well as providing learning resources and revision tips, the school has set up special ‘Development Sessions’ so that students can attend classes outside of the usual school hours.

These opportunities allow students to study within a classroom environment where they benefit from the added support of their teachers and their peers.

Trudy Jones, Director of Learning and Achievement, said: “We understand that students are dealing with a huge amount of pressure regarding their exams, and we recognise that a lot of learning needs to take place outside of school hours.

“We’re doing all we can to help students manage their progress step –by-step, so that they can walk into their exams feeling confident.”

Nailsea students have access to GCSE Pod, a learning app that has a vast amount of resources for them to download for free. The materials include videos as well as professional high quality podcasts which they can listen to and watch, that directly relate to their programme of study.

Out of Town

Proud day for town as Marine Lake officially re-opened with Lake Day

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t was a proud day for Clevedon as thousands of people helped celebrate the official re-opening of the town’s historic Marine Lake to the public.

North Somerset Council Chairman Cllr Charles Cave and Clevedon resident and bestselling author St John Greene had the honour of cutting the ribbon at 3pm - the time of the original opening ceremony of the lake on 30 March 1929.

The day of activities marked the end of a six-month, £850,000 restoration project, a joint initiative between North Somerset Council and Clevedon Town Council, Clevedon Civic Society and MARLENS and was funded by a grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund, following a successful bid.

It has included reinforcing and raising the existing sea wall, providing better access in and around the lake and the installation of a children’s water play area.

Visitors were able to enjoy a variety of water-based activities, including sailing, canoeing, zorbing and paddle boating.

Clevedon Lake and Sea Swimmers also put on a show in the afternoon while wearing a variety of hand-made hats.

An anthology titled Writing On The Lake, which features short stories and poems, was also released to coincide with the re-opening.

Lake Ranger, Jo Tasker, said: “It’s a really exciting time to be celebrating the end of the main construction project and looking forward to a summer filled with activities at the lake.

“Getting in, on or near the water is going to be a highlight for many this season especially those who really missed the lake last summer while it was a construction site.”

THE CURZON MUSIC FESTIVAL FROM SONGS FROM THE SHED Local music promoter Jon Earl of Songs from the Shed has signed legendary songwriter and musician, Midge Ure with India Electric Co, to headline Curzon’s first ever music festival on Saturday, May 21-Sunday, May 22 at The Curzon Cinema, Clevedon.

A fringe line up, supporting upcoming and local bands, will play in Teatro Lounge next door to the cinema.

Midge Ure, lead singer with 80s band Ultravox is adding the festival to a handful of special spring shows heralding his Something from Everything European Tour in the autumn.

Together with Bob Geldof, Ure created charity supergroup, Band Aid, and he produced the legendary single ‘Do they know it’s Christmas?’

Playing on the Saturday evening are highly talented and much loved British musicians, The Magic Numbers. Formed in 2002, they quickly won the affection of critics and audiences with their Mercury nominated, top ten, double platinum debut in 2005.

Supporting The Magic Numbers is James Shead with his acoustic driven rock and roll and Saturday’s line-up also includes Beth Porter and the Availables, Nuala Honan and Kezia.

Sunday afternoon’s offerings sees Mary Spender, Snow Apple, Gitta De Ridder with Sound Of The Sirens headlining the session, currently championed

by Chris Evans and recently appearing on TFI Friday.

Supporting Midge Ure with India Electric Co for the final performance is Benjamin Folke Thomas.

The weekend of music continues a developing collaboration between The Curzon Cinema and Songs from the Shed. A former army billet based in the North Somerset countryside, the shed is the perfect location for bands to take a break from the madness of touring and record a song acoustically.

Jon Earl’s venue has attracted bands from all over the world and the recordings have an immense online following, www.songsfromtheshed.com/ about.

Day and weekend ticket deals now on sale, visit www.curzon.org.uk or telephone 01275 871000.

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Out of Town

Swimathon makes a splash

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his year’s Rotary Swimathon was held on March 19 at the Parish Wharf Pool in Portishead.

Now in its 20th year, the Swimathon is a well-established occasion in the local calendar. It is always well attended and raises a great deal for local charities.

This year’s event was a great success with record numbers of teams taking

part and was thoroughly enjoyed by swimmers and spectators alike.

All participants received a certificate recording their own personal time and a goodie bag, which Sainsbury’s kindly donated towards.

Around 600 swimmers took part in a marathon run of races which continued throughout the day, with each team of six completing a 35 minute timed relay.

Teams were made up of a wide range of age groups representing organisations from across Portishead and beyond, including local pre-schools and youth groups. Swimmers each sought sponsorship in advance and a percentage of the money raised will go straight back to their organisation.

The great majority of the money raised

this year will go to Children’s Hospice South West, which is Portishead Rotary Group’s chosen charity for 2016. The remainder will be split between other local Rotary supported charities. It is a fantastic fundraiser – last year £13,200 was raised.

Regular Swimathon supporter and TV Presenter Jemma Cooper stepped up to start a race, with Claire Ewing from Children’s Hospice South West and a few of our very own Gordano Living peeps taking the baton later in the afternoon.

The Rotary Club is very grateful for the fantastic support received each year and would like to thank everyone who took part and helped out.

Rotarian Mollie Young has been tirelessly organising this year’s event since before Christmas, so congratulations go to her and the rest of the Rotary team for another great Swimathon.

2016 CARNIVAL ROYALTY ANNOUNCED Organisers of the Portishead Carnival have crowned this year’s carnival queens and princesses.

On Saturday June 18 the carnival procession will wind its way from the Lake Grounds all the way through the High Street and on to the show field, led by a float carrying the Portishead royalty.

The Carnival Queen is Ellie-Mae Ford, aged 19, and the Junior Queen is Daisy Waymouth, aged 14.

Carnival Princess - Charlotte McCleary, aged 10.

Charlotte will be attended by Paige Cox, aged 11 and Rebecca Sealy, aged 10.

Portishead Carnival Flower Princess - Yasmine Prepell,

Carnival princesses - Darcy, Summerleigh, Yasmine, Charlotte, Paige, Rebecca

Carnival queens - Daisy and Ellie-Mae

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aged eight. Yasmine will be attended by seven-year-old Summerleigh Nott and Darcy Wilson, also aged seven.

For more information contact Debbie Charman at debscharman@hotmail.co.uk.

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Bears everywhere at Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm

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f you go down to Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm you’re in for a BIG surprise..!

Get set for adventure this season with our brand new Bear habitat – Andean Adventure! Bring your lunch and have a teddy bears picnic of your own near our 2 acre paradise for Spectacled Bears, you won’t be disappointed!

Although spring weather can be a mixed affair, a visit to Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm in Bristol doesn’t rely on perfect conditions – come and see why we’re known as the ‘all day all weather’ attraction!

With a host of impressive animals indoors and outdoors, including our African elephants, white rhino, feisty big cats and gentle giraffes you’ll be amazed at the variety of nature you’ll see within our sprawling 110 acre park.

Alongside the amazing animals, a day out at Noah’s Ark offers families extensive indoor play and exhibits, perfect if the weather doesn’t quite meet expectations! Bring the family along today to Bristol’s award-winning attraction with full heating for all play

and eating areas!

Enjoy 15 exciting adventure play areas, an indoor Animal Village and covered Animal Show Pens. We now offer over 25,000 square feet of heated covered areas to make your visit more enjoyable.

Noah’s Ark offers incredible up-close daily animal experiences, including the popular Animal Show and seeing the lions and tigers being fed during the daily ‘Big Cat Talk’.

Discover for yourself why we’ve been awarded the Trip Advisor ‘Certificate of Excellence’ for the 3rd year running, with over 80% strongly positive reviews from satisfied visitors.

For a fantastic family day out, walk beside natures giants at Noah’s Ark this season. Make the most of discounted online prices by buying tickets before you travel, find out more and plan your perfect visit at www.noahsarkzoofarm.co.uk.

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Sport Rising rugby star Harvey eyes more success

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ailsea teenager Harvey Flower is making a name for himself on the local rugby scene, having captained Somerset under 17s this season.

Harvey, who has just turned 17, has been playing for the club since he was 14 but was made captain this season.

The former Nailsea School pupil has also been playing rugby for Nailsea and Backwell since he was seven years

old, mainly at Centre. And the rugbymad Harvey also plays for SGS College in Filton, where he is taking a Level 3 Sports Course.

He has had many achievements in the game already as well as playing for Somerset for four years, including training for Bath Academy for a season, winning the BJC Cup final at U14s, playing at the Bath Rec ground twice for Somerset.

Harvey said: “I would have to say my biggest achievement in rugby is playing for county for four years and being captain for two games.

“My family have always watched me from a young age, dad taking me to most of my training sessions and games and they are always there.

“Dad tried to get me into football but I didn’t like it. I like rugby because it is an enjoyable game and I enjoy the physical side of it.

“Also there is lots of respect in rugby and I like that as I meet new players and play different teams from all over

the country. I also have captained for teams for a while so I gain respect from players and coaches.

“I hope to make it professional, weather that be Premiership or Championship but I just want to play rugby as much as I can and hopefully play for Bristol Academy very soon.”

ANYONE FOR HOCKEY THIS SUMMER?

N JUNIOR RUGBY PLAYERS and COACHES Nailsea and Backwell Rugby Club is looking for new players to join our great family club.

All girls and boys are welcome from year 1 to year 13.

We are pleased to announce that we have a new all girls squad for ages from13, to15’s.

No previous experience is needed so come along and have a go.

The club house is open from 10am on a Sunday for the junior section, offering bacon sandwiches and coffee. Most Sundays the kit shop is open to supply all of your children’s Rugby needs.

We are also looking for enthusiastic parents to join our coaching teams on Sunday mornings helping out with the sessions, full training is provided. The Junior committee is always happy to receive new members on a voluntary basis to help with all aspects of running the junior section.

Junior training and games are on Sunday mornings from 10.30am.

All new players get 4 week’s free trial.

For more information please contact: pmathews1999@gmail.com Or check out our website: www.pitchero.com/clubs/nailseabackwell

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ailsea Ladies Hockey club is hosting a number of coaching sessions over the summer at Nailsea School.

The club has been developing its junior section over the last two seasons and has been into several local schools offering coaching sessions in PE lessons and after school clubs.

Nailsea Junior Hockey Club is for girls and boys from 6-16yrs and has U16, U12 and U10 teams in an Avon league and Avon Festival Tournaments.

With a view to offering hockey to a wider audience, the club is running eight weeks of coaching, fun and matches for anyone who has never picked up a stick as well as those with some paying experience.

Sessions will take place Sunday mornings throughout June and July. The 6-10 yrs will be from 9.30-11.00 and 11-16+ from 11.00-12.30 and boys and girls are welcome.

To Register your interest, or for more information, contact Marilyn Garrett on mazzag41@gmail.com.

Sport Trampoline club celebrate regional success

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South clash, but if the gymnasts finish in the top eight of their individual event then they compete nationally under the Alchemy banner.

Ten-year-old Molly Pook and Lacey Sell, also 10, will both be competing at the event and have been trampolining for five years, having been at the club ever since it started. mini trampoline (DMT) and they have Lacey, who will be competing for the won more than 100 medals already this second year running, said: “We have season. trained very hard for it. I finished ninth It is all a fantastic achievement for a club last year and I am hoping to go one that has been running for just five years better this time.” and started with just two members. Now Molly said: “Being watched is difficult to it boasts more than 120 and training get used to but it’s nice at the end when sessions are held at The Link, Nailsea everyone claps.”

School, every Tuesday, Wednesday and They both said that the coaches make Saturday. improving fun and it is a great thing to The club has always been based at the try as anyone can school but they are on the lookout for do it. new premises so they can run the club TWO FREE SUMMER TENNIS Forty children seven days a week. They started out with are part of the two trampolines but now have seven.

EVENTS IN NAILSEA competitive team If you are interested in joining then and compete on Nailsea Lawn tennis Club is visit the club’s Facebook page or email trampoline and hosting two free events in May info@alchemytc.co.uk. and June.

Club coach Sally Kingston will be supervising both and racquets can be provided, visitors just need to wear trainers.

The first event takes place on Sunday, May 15 from 2-5pm and all ages are welcome to enjoy tennis on the astro turf courts.

The second event starts from Friday, June 10 and is a “Tennis for Kids” programme. Nailsea Tennis Club is participating in this LTA programme, which is an initiative 10% DISCOUNT ON ALL COARSE AND CARP to capitalise on Great Britain’s fantastic achievement on winning the Davis Cup for the first time since 1937, and BAITS FOR MAY. to try and inspire the next generation to take up the great CALL IN OR SHOP ONLINE FOR MANY MORE game of tennis.

BARGAINS The programme will see more than 1000 coaches from clubs across the UK deliver a free six week programme to SHOP HOURS more than 10,000 children countrywide, with the added MONDAY 08.00  17.00, TUESDAY 08.00  17.00 incentive of receiving a free racquet and a discount on WEDNESDAY 08.00  13.00, THURSDAY 08.00  17.00 club membership.

FRIDAY 08.00  17.00, SATURDAY 07.00  17.00 It is specifically aimed at 5-8 year olds who are currently SUNDAY 08.00  12.00 not members of an LTA affiliated club and is being overseen nationally by Davis Cup captain Leon Smith and his amazing team. All participating coaches have had intensive training days and Sally is set to make this one of the best offers the LTA has ever designed for children.

Numbers are limited to 10 children per club so to sign PORTISHEAD QUAY MARINA up visit https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/TennisForKids at PORTISHEAD BS20 7DB Mizzymead Recreation Centre, Mizzymead Rise.

Nailsea trampoline and DMT Club is celebrating after 11 of its members qualified for the Regional Finals of the South West.

But the hard work is not over yet because they now have a chance to make it to the National Finals, which is taking place in Telford.

Alchemy Trampoline & DMT Club is both a recreational trampoline and competitive trampoline and DMT club.

Those who are going to compete in the Regional Finals are Hannah West (10), Lacey Sell (10), Shannon Pletts (10), Leo Brooks (10), Callie Blessitt (11), Chloe Tinker (11), Molly Pook (10), Mae Falkinder (12), Rebecca Elswood (12), Rachel Mason (12) and Rebecca Lees (14).

The regional event sees a North versus

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What’s On Tai Chi for beginners The Meeting Point in May

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ut a real spring in your step for spring with Tai Chi classes for beginners in Flax Bourton.

For centuries the Chinese have practised Tai Chi, a simple but powerful form of exercise for strength, balance and mindfulness.

If you have always wanted to try Tai Chi, now you don’t have to go to China. Instead just go to Flax Bourton Primary School, Station Road, Flax Bourton, from Tuesday, April 19.

For more information on this Tuesday evening class telephone Ben Milton of The Bristol School of Tai Chi on 0117 9493955, email taichi@bristoltaichi.com or visit www.bristoltaichi.com.

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he Meeting Point in Backwell Parish Hall, Station Road, has lots going on in May, with something suitable for everyone.

For those looking for some hints and tips on planting containers and baskets, call in on Tuesday, May 10 from 2pm and bring something you want to plant.

An afternoon concert with tea takes place on Tuesday, May 24 from 2-3pm with Jean Routley, who will be playing a medley of music.

Craft activities in the School Holidays return on Tuesday, May 31, from 10am and again from 2pm, with a variety of things to do and keep the kids busy.

If you need a break or just somewhere to meet up with friends, try Lunch at The Meeting Point with some home-made soup with bread and cheese, all for £5 on Tuesday, May 3. There is no need to book – just drop by around 1pm. Lunch on Tuesday, May 17, is a more formal date, with a hot 2-course meal for £6.

The Meeting Point opens every Tuesday from 9.30am-4.30pm and there is always home-made cake with Fairtrade coffee

WIN! COMPETITION

WIN A LUNCHTIME MEAL FOR TWO

Nailsea & Backwell Living has once again teamed up with Mizzymead to offer another lucky reader the chance to win a meal for two in the lunchtime.

All you have to do to be in with a chance of winning this great prize is find out which page Captain Phil is hiding on.

Send your answers, complete with your name, address and telephone number, to Gordano Media, A&W Buildings, Newfoundland Way, Portishead, BS20 7DF. The closing date is Friday, May 13.

The first correct entry pulled out after that date will win.

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and tea.

The programme is also available in Backwell Post Office. If you or a friend would like a lift, just let them know and everyone’s welcome. Contact: backwell. life@gmail.com or Vicky on 01275 462510.

A special evening of skittles, food and music takes place at Backwell Village Club from 7pm on Saturday, May 21, with funds raised going to supporting the charity, Backwell Life.

Did you know? You can request a free kit of water-saving items from Wessex Water on 0800 822 3922 or www.wessexwater.co.uk/savingwater.

OPEN EVENING AT ST ANDREW’S ART GROUP St Andrew’s Art Group is holding a charity fund raising Open Evening on Thursday, July 2, in Church House, St Andrew’s Church, Church Lane, Backwell, from 7.30pm for 8pm.

The evening will feature Sarah Harris’s talk ‘Marie Antoinette’s Guide to Farming’, a humorous novice farmer’s tale of an amorous cockerel called Barry White.

The group’s charity this year is Freewheelers (Blood Bikes) and tickets are £8, to include a welcome drink, from Elizabeth on 01275 464261.

ST ANDREW’S OPEN ART EXHIBITION LOOKING FOR ENTRIES Entries are being invited from artists for the 30th St Andrew’s Art Exhibition, which will be held at Backwell Village Hall, Station Road, Backwell, from Thursday, July 28-Saturday, July 30.

Entry forms are available from Lindsey Busby, 11 Holly Close, Nailsea, by calling 01275 852348 after 1pm, or by emailing candlbusby@virginmedia.com.

The deadline for entries is Friday, July 15.

What’s On Community News Welsh Male Voice Choir to perform in Nailsea

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usic lovers in North Somerset are in for a treat, thanks to Nailsea Lions.

The famous Caerphilly Male Voice Choir will be travelling from South Wales at the end of May to perform in a concert organised by the Lions. Also appearing will be guest soprano Cheryl Roberts.

The choir, founded in 1906, is well known throughout South Wales for its charitable fund raising concerts and they will be singing a variety of numbers, including many popular favourites.

In her early years, Cheryl Roberts won many competitions at Eisteddfods, before graduating from the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama in 2000.

Since then she has appeared at many

prestigious venues including the Royal Albert Hall, The Cardiff International Arena and the Millennium Stadium.

The Choir and Cheryl will be supported by accompanist Laura Deenik. Laura also trained at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, and has been the accompanist for a number of stage musicals including Oliver, The Phantom of the Opera, The Wizard of Oz and Titanic.

The concert, which promises to be a very special evening for music lovers of all ages, will

be held in the auditorium at Nailsea School at 7.30pm on Saturday, May 21.

Tickets are £10 and available from Phil Taylor on 01275 462195. This event is likely to be a sell out, so please book early in order to avoid disappointment.

The main beneficiaries of the evening will be The Samaritans and St Peter’s Hospice.

Backwell Probus Club

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ackwell Probus Club meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays in the month to listen to talks on a wide variety of topics.

The group of retired men meet in the

West Backwell Bowling Club pavilion in Backwell playing fields at 10.30am, preceded by coffee.

On May 11 they will hear a talk entitled ‘My life with Music’ and on May 25 the

subject will be ‘The Tale of Three Bridges.’

They have an active social programme which includes wives and friends, and plenty of parking is available at the venue.

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What’s On

Final production for Little Theatre

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‘ very English comedy’ hailed as a sure-fire hit when premiered is the next production from Nailsea Little Theatre.

Directed by Connie Walker, the play is the final production in the Little Theatre’s 2015/16 season.

Entertaining Angels, by Richard Everett, will be staged for six nights from Monday, June 6-Saturday, June 11.

It centres on a vicar’s wife who, after her husband’s death, has the freedom to do and say exactly what she wants. But the return of an eccentric missionary sister, and some disturbing revelations, force her to confront the truth of her marriage.

‘Entertaining Angels’ was first produced at Chichester Festival Theatre in 2006 with Penelope Keith starring as Grace, the vicar’s wife.

Performances start at 7.45pm at the Theatre, Union Street, Nailsea, and tickets are £10 from 0777 2981037.

Further information about the theatre is available from www.ntc-online.co.uk.

MALE VOICE CHOIR CONCERT FOR PARKINSON’S A concert by the Avon and Somerset Constabulary Male Voice Choir takes place at St Francis Church, Nailsea, on Saturday, June 25, to raise funds for the NW Somerset Branch of Parkinson’s UK. The branch has monthly meetings for members, as well as other social events, therapy days and occasional outings, and aims to help those with Parkinson’s and those caring for them in North Somerset The concert starts at 7.30pm and tickets are £7.50 to include a glass of wine and nibbles in the interval. They are available from Six Ways Sports in Clevedon, Morgan Westley in Portishead, and from Maureen Mitchell on 07730 921377.

May Nailsea Local Market

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he Cheddar Strawberries should have arrived at your local market which means that summer must be here at the Nailsea Farmers’ Market on Saturday, May 21 in Crown Glass Shopping Centre.

Starting at 9am and finishing around lunchtime, visitors will find an array of meats including organic and free range, award-winning sausages, eggs, cheese, jams, bread, wheatfree pastries, apple juice, cakes, fish, organic vegetables, gluten free cakes, pot and hanging basket plants. There will also be new stalls selling pies and coffee beans.

The craft section will be brimming with handmade crafts from handmade jewellery, pictures, textile crafts, wood products and more with a mixture of community stalls to complement the mix.

There will be music and fun on the Market’s 8th anniversary too - so don’t miss out.

WIN! COMPETITION

WIN A MEAL FOR A FAMILY OF FOUR

Your Nailsea & Backwell Living magazine has once again teamed up with Gordano Gate Brewers Fayre, Wyndham Way, Portishead, to offer one reader the chance to win a meal for a family of four.

All you have to do to be in with a chance of winning is answer the following question:

What is the name of the young rugby star featured in this month’s magazine?

Send your answers, complete with your name, address and telephone number to Gordano Media, A &W Buildings, Newfoundland Way, Portishead, BS20 7DF. The closing date is Thursday, May 12. The first correct entry pulled out after that date will win.

Terms and Conditions The prize is a meal for a family of four (1 course for 2 adults 2 children) redeemed against the main, snack or buffet menu excluding drinks.

Valid for six months from receipt.

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What’s On Community News

1940s themed festival returns

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he Dig For Victory Show returns to The North Somerset Showground, Wraxall, on Saturday, June 11-Sunday, June 12.

The 1940s themed weekend festival is run entirely by volunteers and supports two charities in 2016; Walking With The Wounded and Weston Hospicecare.

Visitors can celebrate the ‘Best of British’ and life in the 40s with reenactors demonstrating what life was like in wartime Britain, an exhibition of more than 200 original restored vehicles including the iconic Sherman tank, vintage stalls, farmyard animals, a children’s trail, live music, dance lessons, historical speakers, Spitfire flypast and more.

On the children’s trail, children tour the festival stopping off to send a coded message, write with a typewriter and look through a periscope. New for this year’s show is a free children’s music and dance workshop.

The show has a range of Somerset produce for visitors, ice cream from Devon and tea and crumpets from the Ministry of Food.

Tickets to the festival are discounted on-line and are available from www.digforvictoryshow.com.

Auction at Golden Valley School

NORTH SOMERSET QUILTERS North Somerset Quilters next meeting is on Friday, May 20, at 7.30pm at the WI Hall, Station Road, Backwell.

They welcome Jenni Rayment as guest speaker for the evening and she will be giving a talk entitled ‘Truly, Totally, all Tucked Up.’ The display will be manipulated fabric and the trader will be Spinning Weal.

There is no need to book, people can just come along before 7.30pm, the charge for visitors is £5 and annual membership is £25.

The last event before the summer is an addition workshop on Saturday, June 4 with Jan Hazzard who will teach the group how to make a quilt called Spirals.

ROYAL NAVAL AIR STATION YEOVILTON INTERNATIONAL

AIR DAY

SATURDAY 2 JULY 2016

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olden Valley School is holding an auction of household items to raise funds for the school on Saturday, May 14.

All items are donated, so if you have anything that you would like to donate, bring it along on the morning. Items are then labled and bids are made on an item. There is no auctioneer but instead bids are given to a steward who keeps a record.

The highest bidder at the end takes away the item and anything left over is donated to charity and all sales go to the school.

Items that are acceptable for auction include household furniture, curtains, blinds, functioning bikes, scooters, toys and games, good quality handbags, garden furniture, crockery and china, cooking equipment, pictures, clocks, rugs and sports equipment.

Items that are not acceptable include electrical items, alcohol, food, CD’s/DVD’s, glassware and broken or incomplete items.

Please bring donated items into the school on the morning of the auction between 9-10.30am. The auction will start at 11.30am and ends at 2.30pm.

Purchased items must be collected from school by 3.15pm and any items not sold will be given to charity. All purchases are cash only.

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What’s On

Nailsea Probus

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he Probus Club of Nailsea usually meets on the second and fourth Thursday of the month at the Mizzymead Recreation Centre and Social Club, Mizzymead Rise, Nailsea.

On Thursday, May 12, Colin Stone will be telling them about The Blood Bikers and on Thursday, May 26, Peter Lamb will be talking about 120 years of the Bristol Amateur Operatic Society.

Meetings start at 10am with coffee followed by the talk and then lively discussion in the bar afterwards so if you are retired and are looking for a good men’s club to join why not give it a try.

For more information, contact the secretary Klaus Gottschling on 01275 540708 or email him on klausgottschling@virginmedia.com.

Speakeasy welcomes the Jazz Giants

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ormed in 2012, the Jazz Giants are the brainchild of internationally renowned trombonist, vocalist and showman, Kevin Grenfell.

The Jazz Giants perform traditional swing, mainstream and boogie woogie jazz and have very rapidly established a firm reputation, performing at major festivals, clubs and theatres in the UK and Europe and having been voted “Best new band“ at the hugely successful Abersoch Jazz Festival.

To enjoy this high-energy and hugely entertaining ensemble, come along to Clarence House on Friday May 27. Doors open at 7.30pm and the show starts at 8.30pm. Admission is £9 on the door.

For ticket reservations, phone Kate Sheridan 01275 848391 or email katespeakeasy@hotmail.co.uk.

2ND SATURDAY FAIRTRADE CAFE The Fairtrade Cafe will be open in the Parish Hall, Station Road, Backwell, on Saturday, May 14 from 10am-noon and visitors can look out for new banners, which should have arrived by then.

Coffee is £1 a mug and includes a free cookie and stalls include Ecover Refills, Traidcraft foods and gifts, and The Grub Club Backwell’s only food co-operative reducing our carbon footprint by saving food miles.

Guest Stalls are welcome, so anyone who would like to promote a charity can pop in and speak to someone or telephone 01275 464445 for information on booking a table.

Tuesday Fellowship

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very warm welcome awaits you at Tuesday Fellowship, which meets fortnightly at Nailsea Methodist Church, Silver Street, Nailsea, at 2.30pm.

A collection is taken at each meeting to support charities such as The Air Ambulance, The Mission to Seafarers at Portbury, Action for Children, and Food Banks.

There will be meetings on May 10, May 24, and June 7 and 21. For more information, contact Barbara Bees on 01275 219082.

5K Fun Run part of month of events from AL16HT

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5K Fun Run takes place on Saturday, May 28, as part of a month of events organised by The Churches in Nailsea and District for May, all under the AL16HT banner.

Entrance to the family event at Nailsea Rugby Club is free but if you want to run the 5K then there is an administration charge of £1. There

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will be stalls, toddler races, a pram push, other events and a BBQ. A free Money Management Course which teaches how to budget and manage your money takes place at Holy Trinity, Church Lane, Nailsea, on Tuesdays, from 10.15am–12.30pm and again at 7.15–9.30pm. For further information contact HT Office 853227.

A series of seven Marriage Course sessions, starting on Wednesday, May 4, is designed to help couples invest in their relationship and build a strong marriage and they take place at Holy Trinity, Church Lane, Nailsea. Book online at www. htnailsea.org.uk or contact 853227.

What’s On Community News

Mothers’ Union

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hrist Church Mothers’ Union will be meeting on Wednesday, May 18, at 2.30pm in the Vestry Hall, at Christ Church.

Our speaker will be Lydia Munday who will be sharing ‘Away From It All’ (Holidays/Days for Families Facing Extreme Stress) followed by refreshments.

The group also have aa evening meeting on Monday, May 9 at 7.30pm at the same venue when Karen Atherton from Gemini, a Women’s Refuge, will be talking about her work.

For more information, contact Kate on 01275 540708.

Portishead Jazz Club

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he Jazz Club, hosted by the Muskrats Jazz Band, is now in its sixth year and starts a season of themed evenings on the first Thursday of each month at its Clarence House venue.

The celebrations kick off on Thursday

BRISTOL PORCELAIN TALK Woodspring U3A is a self help organisation which encourages and enables older people no longer in full time paid employment to help each other to share their knowledge, skills, interests and experience via monthly general meetings.

The next meeting takes place on Tuesday, May 24 at Nailsea Methodist Church, Silver Street, Nailsea and it will feature a talk by Roger Anderson about Bristol porcelain.

Membership has steadily grown over the years to approximately 400 and they now have 54 special interest groups meeting at members’ homes and halls.

It starts at 2-15pm, and nonmembers are required to pay an admission fee of £1. For more information, visit www.u3asites. org.uk/woodspring.

May 5 with ‘Jazz -Sacred & Secular (Down by the Riverside to Dr Jazz)’ and on Thursday June 2, to mark the sixyear anniversary, there will be a 1920’s evening.

The Muskrats are a seven piece traditional jazz band and have

entertained the local community for over 10 years.

The jazz evenings start at 8.30pm and admission is just £3. There is a space for dancing if the mood takes you otherwise sit back and sip your drinks at the candlelit tables.

Bowling Club after new members

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ith the outdoor season looming, West Backwell Bowling Club is looking to recruit some new members.

The club, at Backwell Playing Fields, West Town Road, Backwell, is offering a free invitation to come along on any Friday evening during May to September from 6pm onwards.

The invitation is for you to try outdoor bowling or just watch, have a chat or enjoy a drink and light snack. Any age is welcome and you need no special dress except flat-soled footwear. Bowls will be provided and qualified coaches will be on hand to help.

If you are not available on a Friday evening, the offer is open to come along at any time, just telephone the club on 818701 or 464240 to arrange. If any club or local organisation would like to try a ‘Play Bowls’ social evening, then also get in touch.

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Education

Clifton High School - Nursery to Junior Schools

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lifton High School is based in the heart of Clifton Village teaching boys and girls from 3-18. The school is set in beautiful grounds, with a south facing aspect that is leafy and sunny.

It puts a real emphasis on its environment ensuring pupils make the most of the outdoors. It has created wildflower meadows, developed a mature wildlife garden, has its own pond for supervised wildlife encounters and it even keeps its own bees.

From Nursery through to the Junior School, visitors are touched and impressed by what a happy, vibrant and caring place Clifton High School is. It has a warm welcoming feel that is friendly and reassuring for both parents and children.

Class sizes are small, in the Nursery School and Reception the typical staff/ child ratio is 1:9 and children are taught by specialist teachers and experienced, well qualified teaching assistants.

There is a real emphasis on learning being exciting and fun and pupils are motivated, inquisitive and enthusiastic learners who embrace the opportunities life has to offer. The school enjoys an enviable reputation for the breadth of extra-curricular activities that are available.

For most parents, the attractiveness of Clifton High lies in its focus on the individual and it has a reputation for the outstanding quality of its pastoral care.

Children are not pigeon-holed or

pushed in the same direction; the school celebrates the individuality of its boys and girls. Children flourish in an environment where they can be themselves and they proactively look for hidden talents, providing a more rounded holistic education.

To find out more about Clifton High School come to one of their open mornings. Alternatively, visit www.cliftonhigh.bristol.sch.uk or contact the Admissions Registrar on 0117 933 9087 or email admisisons@cliftonhigh.bristol.sch.uk.

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Shop Local Shopping in Nailsea You don’t have to go into the City of Bristol or outside shopping malls to have a great shopping experience.

With a variety of local and national shops, Nailsea can cover all of your everyday shopping needs.

Nailsea’s shopping areas include Somerset Square, Crown Glass Place, Colliers Walk and a High Street.

Starting School?

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ith parents finding out what school their children have got into for this September, it will be time to think about the school wear that they will need.

With more than 25 years’ experience, School Togs is the place to visit for all your items for school, and “after school” activities.

A reputation for providing quality school wear that offers real value for money, School Togs works closely with schools and suppliers to ensure that it offers a dedicated service, tailored to the individual needs of their customers.

School Togs has everything you need for that first day at school including: uniforms, trousers, shirts, socks: tights, PE kits, sportswear, swimwear, footwear, bags, name tapes, and waterproofs.

School Togs also offers a comprehensive “after school range” including uniforms, shoes and accessories for, Ballet: Tap: Modern: and Jazz. They also supply uniforms, and accessories for Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, Beavers, Cubs and Scouts, and have recently added “Zoggs” Swimwear, and accessories to our portfolio.

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Come and see them at their new shop in the heart of the Nailsea shopping area. They are situated in Clevedon Walk, close to Waitrose, and free car parking choices.

Visit www.schooltogsnailsea.co.uk for further directions, and all the latest news from your local store.

Beaver, cub & scout uniforms

Rainbow, brownie & guide uniforms

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Recipe of theNews month Community Raspberry Cranachan with Drambuie

By Doug Bonar, manager and head chef of The Star Inn, Tickenham Serves 4 • • • • • • • • •

100g medium oatmeal 2 tbsp raspberry jam 2 tbsp sweet sherry 300 ml double cream 1 tsp caster sugar 2-3 tbs Drambuie 175g fresh raspberries Fresh mint leaf to garnish Icing sugar to dust

Strain through a fine sieve. This will now form a ‘jam coulis’ consistency.

3. Whisk the double cream, caster sugar and drambuie until lightly whipped. Fold in the toasted oatmeal. Divide half of the raspberries between the four glasses. Spoon a little of the ‘jam coulis’ on top of each. This will now form the cranahan.

Half fill each glass with the cranachan mix then sprinkle the remaining raspberries on top.

Spoon more ‘jam coulis’ on top of the raspberries before finishing the dish. Smooth the top of each glass with cranachan cream.

1. Toast the oatmeal in a dry frying pan, tossing occasionally, until golden brown. Leave to cool.

2. Dissolve the jam in the sherry.

4. For the perfect finish, dust each serving with icing sugar.

The pudding can be eaten immediately or refrigerated until needed.

NB only dust with icing sugar when ready to eat.

The winner of the pair of tickets for the Foodies Festival is Nick Mathews of Nailsea. Nick correctly spotted the chef’s hat hiding on page 24 of the April edition of Nailsea & Backwell Living.

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Advertising Feature

Advertising Feature

Key considerations before investing by

Nathan Stacey from

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t’s tempting to have savings in cash. It is easy to arrange, it’s easy to get our money out, and thanks to the government’s Financial Services Compensation Scheme our money (up to £75,000) is safe, even if the company we are saving with isn’t.

The problem is that it is probably earning very little interest - while inflation means its actual value (or spending power) is constantly whittled away.

If you want to grow your money, savings are not really enough. You may find its time to start thinking about investment.

What exactly is an investment?

With savings, your money remains just money.

With investments you buy something - or a share in something - with the intention of getting a profitable return. Depending on where you put your money, those returns could be paid in a number of different ways: • Interest (from fixed interest securities) • Dividends (from shares) • Rent (from properties) • The difference between the price you pay and the price you sell for of any asset you invest in.

Investing could help you reach your long term financial goals. But it’s important to understand that when you invest, you are putting your money at risk. The greater the potential for growth, the greater that risk is.

If you are prepared to accept the risk, you could be ready to become an investor. But its important to consider our seven key steps first

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1. Set your financial goals You may not have a particular reason for investing, but you should decide what you want your money to do. Are you just looking to grow your money, or you want a regular income? Is there a set amount that you want your money to grow by or a minimum income that you need?

2. Set your time frame Once you know what your goals are, work out how long you have to achieve them. Want to retire at 55? Want to buy a second home in the next five years? This will give you an idea of the kind of rates of return that you’ll need from your investments and whether your goals are realistic.

If you have short-term goals (less than five years) you should stick to cash savings because, if your investments fall in value, you might not have time to recover your losses before you need the money. Medium (five to 10 years) and long-term goals (10 years or more) are appropriate for investment, but some investments become less appropriate the older you get. You have less time for your money to recover if it falls in value.

3. Understand your attitude to risk Understanding the risks of investing is fundamental. You might have plenty of time, and plenty of cash to fall back on, but if you can’t sleep at night when the markets became volatile, high risk investment probably isn’t for you.

4. How much can you invest?

Be realistic about how much you can afford to invest. Assess all of your liabilities, like debts, insurance premiums, pension contributions, savings and living costs, to see how much spare cash you have to invest. Focus on reducing debt to levels that are easy to manage or, ideally, pay off all debt before investing.

Some money should be kept in cash as ‘rainy day’ money for emergencies.

It could be a good idea

to have enough cash for six months, if your income was to suddenly cease. Investing works best when you can take a long term view, so it might be best to stay in cash if you think you might need the money in the next five years.

5. How should you invest?

The various assets owned by an investor are called a portfolio. When you start investing, it’s usually a good idea to spread your risk by spreading your portfolio across a number of different products and asset classes. That way, if one investment doesn’t work out as you hope, you’ve still got your others to fall back on. This is called ‘diversifying’. Some investment funds provide diversification for you by spreading investments across a range of assets, and letting you buy what is in effect a share of them all.

You can buy many types of investment directly.

But for some investments, like shares, it may be easier to use a broker to buy them for you. Remember, funds and brokers will make charges which will eat into the returns your investments earn for you

6.Think about tax Investments can attract tax, which reduce your effective returns - so it’s important to make full use of your various 2016/17 tax allowances.

• Your personal capital gains allowance £11,100 • Your ISA allowance - You can invest up to £15,240 in an ISA each year • Your dividend allowance - you can now earn up to £5,000 in dividends each year • Your personal savings allowance – you can earn up to £1,000 each in savings interest • Your annual pension contribution allowance is currently £40,000 a year, up to the lifetime allowance of £1 million.

7. Get financial advice Many investors make their own decisions, without advice. But DIY requires time, knowledge and confidence. You’ll probably want a portfolio that is a mixture of bonds, equities and cash tailored to your investment needs, and which maximises tax efficiency, all of which demands expertise.

If you get professional financial advice, you’ll be able to talk through all the points raised above and ensure that your investments are tailored exactly to your needs.

Simply contact Nathan Stacey on Office: 01275 817408; Mobile: 07866 440938 or Email nathan@mycontinuum.co.uk.

Health

Lynne Fernandes Optometrist - Wins National Optician Award!

By Gerard Fernandes

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t’s been a busy month since our last feature and we’ve got some fantastic news! I am extremely proud to tell you that my wife, Lynne Fernandes, has won ‘Optometrist of the Year’ at the prestigious Optician Awards.

Winning an Optician Award is one of the highest accolades optical professionals can achieve. The ‘Optometrist of the Year’ category is designed to reward an optometrist who uses their skills to enhance the lives of patients, colleagues and the community – an area in which Lynne excels.

We are so very pleased that Lynne’s dedication, hard work and passion has been recognised with this national award.

Complimentary Frame Styling Consultation There’s lots going on in our practice too and this month we’re inviting you to come in for a complimentary Frame Styling Consultation.

Choosing new glasses can be a little daunting especially when there are so many different styles available. Your glasses need to give you great vision, but how you look and feel in your glasses is really important too.

Glasses that make you feel fabulous Finding the right glasses depends on you and your lifestyle. You may want to make a fashion statement, portray a professional image at work or go for something more casual.

And, many of us have at least two pairs

Lynne Fernandes with her ‘Optometrist of the Year’ trophy with, from left to right, Miles Jupp (Host), Peter Warren (Chairman, Association of Independent Optometrists ) and Chris Bennett (Editor and Publisher, Optician magazine).

of glasses – one for every day and one for spare or leisure. Then, there are sunglasses too! It’s easy to see why you might have multiple pairs which is why it’s even more important that you look and feel fabulous in your glasses.

For your eyes only So, with fashion and style now as important as function and with an array of choice, where do you begin?

A personal Frame Styling Consultation is a great place to start and to get inspired. Our style consultants are fully trained to help you choose glasses that fit your needs, personality and lifestyle.

They have in depth product knowledge so can answer your questions and they

know all about the latest trends in eyewear.

Our consultant will spend time getting to know you to understand your needs.

They’ll ask about your work, hobbies and interests to help build picture of what will suit you. Armed with this information, they will carefully match a selection of frames for you to try.

25% off your second pair Our Frame Styling Consultations are complimentary and a lot of fun. You can’t beat coming in to the practice to try on glasses to get a real feel for what you like and what suits you. And, don’t forget, if you buy a pair of glasses with Crizal anti-reflection lenses, you’ll get 25% off a second pair.* To book your complimentary Frame Styling Consultation visit www.lynnefernandes.co.uk, call us on 01275 854946 or pop in to see us at 124a High Street, BS48 1AH. *Terms and conditions apply

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Health & Beauty

Midnight walk launched with new carnival theme

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his year’s annual Midnight Walk in aid of St Peter’s Hospice is set to be more fun and colourful than ever before with a brand new carnival theme for 2016.

Bristol’s most popular fundraising event will return to the city on Saturday, July 9, when hundreds of women from across Bristol and the South West will take to the streets for a five mile or 10 mile night time walk around the city.

This year, in a nod to the Rio Olympics, organisers have planned a carnival themed event, which will feature local Samba and Afro-Brazilian dancers and participants will be encouraged to dress in carnival attire with feathers and bright colours.

St Peter’s Hospice events fundraiser Maria del Carmen Moon Park said: “The Midnight Walk is our most well-attended fundraiser and has become one of the most popular events in

the Bristol calendar over the past few years because of its fun atmosphere.

“It’s great to see groups of friends and family come together, dress up and sing and dance their way around the route. With two distances to choose from, this is an event that anyone can take part in. It’s not competitive at all, but it’s a great achievement to complete.

“With the added element of the Carnival theme this year, we’re expecting a huge turnout! The ladies always put great effort into wearing pink so I can’t wait to see the crowds of people dressed for carnival walking through the streets of Bristol. There will be amazing dancers getting everyone going and there will be a Samba warm up.

Earlybird registration for the Midnight Walk is available now and those who register will receive an events pack, including a t-shirt. For more information or to sign up, visit http:// midnightwalk.stpetershospice.org.uk. It starts at 10.30pm from Ashton Gate Stadium.

DEALING WITH HAY FEVER

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It’s estimated that there are more than 10 million people with hay fever in England and, with the end of spring and the beginning of summer fast approaching, sufferers will be bracing themselves.

Hay fever is a common allergic condition to tree pollen, released during spring, and grass pollen, released during the end of spring and beginning of summer. Symptoms include sneezing, a runny nose and itchy eyes.

Pollen is a fine powder released by plants as part of their reproductive cycle. It contains proteins that can cause the nose, eyes, throat and sinuses to become swollen, irritated and inflamed.

There’s currently no cure for hay fever, but most people are able to relieve symptoms with treatment.

Treatment options for hay fever include antihistamines, which can help to prevent an allergic reaction from occurring and corticosteroids (steroids), which help to reduce inflammation and swelling.

Hay fever can often be controlled using over-the-counter medication from your pharmacist. However, if your symptoms are more troublesome it’s worth speaking to your GP, as you may require prescription medication.

For severe and persistent hay fever, there’s also a type of treatment called immunotherapy. It involves being exposed to small amounts of pollen over time, to build resistance to its allergic effects. However, this can take many months or even years to work.

It’s sometimes possible to prevent the symptoms of hay fever by taking some basic precautions, such as wearing wraparound sunglasses to stop pollen getting in your eyes when you’re outdoors; taking a shower and changing your clothes after being outdoors to remove the pollen on your body; staying indoors when the pollen count is high; and applying a small amount of Vaseline to the nasal openings to trap pollen grains.

Health & News Fitness Community

Exercise of the Month: Alternating Barbell Shoulder Press with Press Behind the Neck Every month top personal trainer Matt Bembridge, AKA Gym Professor, provides advice for those who work out.

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the stability of the joint through his has long been one of my the transition of the lift is fairly favourite exercises for shoulders: substantial, compared to an orthodox Alternating Barbell Shoulder Press shoulder press. with Press Behind the Neck.

For this reason, I recommend lifting Many perform one exercise or only half to 2/3 of a usual shoulder the other, but I’ve seldom seen it pressing weight and performing a performed alternating between minimum of 8-10 FULL-repetitions, the two exercises, which is great for which, from experience, you may find improving strength and control of the whole shoulder complex, deltoids and easier counting to 16-20... rotator cuff muscles, provided there’s counting each no contraindications. overhead press as The premise is simple, starting in an 1-repetition. orthodox position for Barbell Shoulder I like to perform Press (preferably standing, rather than this exercise with seated), with the barbell at shoulder a barbell or using height, press the bar overhead, as a Smith Machine, usual, moving your head/ torso backward slightly, out of the bar’s path.

Then, lower the bar behind your head, slightly moving your head/ torso forward, out of Come along and join our the bar’s path.

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both variations are worth trying.

The Alternating Barbell Shoulder Press with Press Behind the Neck has many merits and should be considered above many ego lifts and fashionable lifts.

For a video demonstration, please visit Matt’s free resource www.GymProfessor.com.

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Health

Hypnotherapy to treat Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

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ome of you may know that April was IBS Awareness Month, but how many of you know that hypnotherapy can help?

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is

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a common, functional disorder of the digestive system and gut. It’s a long-term condition and affects approximately one in five people during their lifetime.

IBS causes the bowel to be very sensitive causing recurring pain or discomfort in the abdomen. Many people find their symptoms to be an occasional nuisance while other people find the condition seriously affects their quality of life. IBS can develop at any time.

Hypnotherapy is recognised by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) as an effective method of treating IBS. Symptoms can vary but common

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The Nailsea Dental Practice General dental care, cosmetic and orthodontic treatment, sedation options for nervous patients, hygienist treatment, Patient car park Budget scheme available.

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Some evidence suggests that a person’s emotional state, especially intense feelings of anxiety and stress, can cause symptoms to worsen.

Hypnotherapy to manage stress can change our state of mind and have an impact on our physical well-being.

To find out more about how Hypnotherapy can help you, call Rae at Harbourside Hypnotherapy on 01275 750175/07584035873 or see www. harbourside-hypnotherapy.co.uk.

Leg Club members increase

he Leg Club, covering Nailsea and Backwell, continues to go from strength to strength and after 倀漀爀琀椀猀栀攀愀搀 愀渀搀 圀攀猀琀漀渀 猀甀瀀攀爀 䴀愀爀攀 only 10 months, now has more than 130 Members.

Every Wednesday morning, at the Nailsea Tithe Barn, Church Lane, Nailsea from 22/24 High Street 9am–noon, the Nailsea, club meets for a social gathering BS48 1AU of members, volunteers, T. 01275 856179 drivers and the all-important www.nailseadentalpractice.co.uk registered nurses and support team.

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ones include constipation, diarrhoea, pain (ranging from mild to severe), discomfort in the abdomen, bloating, gas, indigestion, feeling full, nausea, diarrhoea, constipation, cramping, heartburn, muscle pains.

Coffee, tea and cake are always on offer, for a small donation, useful leaflets are available, and there are visits from different organisations, including Age Concern. Volunteer manicurists also provide hand care for both ladies and gentlemen.

New Members with leg problems or anyone interested in becoming a general volunteer, or if retired from nursing to possibly help the nurses after special training with the club, are welcome.

The first AGM for Nailsea Leg Club will take place on Thursday, April 28 at 2.30p.m. at Tower House Medical Centre, Nailsea, when everyone is invited.

Health Community News

Pain self management information

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he Patient groups of Nailsea Family Practise and Backwell and Nailsea Medical group are running another information evening to cover the subject of pain management.

The evening, which will take place on Tuesday, May 10, from 7-9pm at

Nailsea Baptist Church, Silver Street, Nailsea, will be based on all aspects of pain and its management.

How do we experience pain? What drugs are available on the NHS? What physical techniques are available and the potential for self control when dealing with chronic pain on a daily basis?

Speakers will include a GP from Nailsea, a chiropractor, a pharmacist, a doctor who specialises in pain management and a patients view.

Refreshments will be available free of charge and time will be available for questions.

DIABETES MEETING The Nailsea, Backwell and District Diabetes Support group is holding its next information evening at Nailsea Methodist Church, Silver Street, Nailsea on Wednesday, May 18 at 7pm.

It will feature Healthy Cooking Made Interesting - an interactive session with Jaquelene Seel who presents cookery courses with Age UK. For more information, visit nailseadiabetes.org.uk, or contact Barbara Harris on 01275 268810.

MACULAR SUPPORT MEET Forty people were able to try the various aids to magnification demonstrated

by Enhanced Vision at the Macular Group meeting in March.

On Wednesday, May 25, the group will be entertained by Terry Merrett-Smith, who will present “Some Enchanted Evening”.

Everyone is welcome, whether suffering from an eye condition or not, and for further information on the group, telephone Sheila on 01275 462107.

Putting your feet

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e all know “prevention is better than cure” As a Foot Health Practitioner I am trained to assess and treat common foot conditions eg: corns, calluses, ingrowing toe nails, fungal infections and verrucas.

With early attention to common foot problems and by establishing a foot health care routine I can help you maintain your foundation for life

“I would recommend Fred to anyone who needed their feet sorting out. Goes about his work in a thoroughly efficient manner and always with a smile on his face.”

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• Nail trimming • Hard skin and corn removal • Verruca treatment • Ingrowing toenails • Fungal infections • Diabetic foot care and advice

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• Enhances co-ordination, balance & timing • All body workout

Thursday 18.30 - 19.30

Movement to Music

Boxercise for beginners Kingshill School, Nailsea A group movement workout programme set to motivating music. The programme is for everyone and incorporates mind/body and • Increase Strength & flexibility expressive movement choreography • Improve posture, self awareness & confidence

Thursday Thursday 19.30 - 20.30

09.3010.30 Nailsea Baptist Church, Silver Street Freestyle Fitness Yoga for beginners Kingshill School For more information, contact Claire Lewis on 07769748989, email – clairelewis75@hotmail.co.uk or join my facebook group ‘C.L.Fitness – Nailsea’

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Home & News Garden Community

Take time to plan your garden By Elly West

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e’ve all done it – headed to the garden centre and been tempted by whatever looks good on the day. But it’s like going to the supermarket without a list.

There’s a danger of ending up with a mishmash and leaving out the things you really need.

The soil is really warming up now and it’s the ideal time to plant new shrubs and perennials. So make a plan before you shop and you’ll end up with a much more cohesivelooking border. Remember that repetition is key to good design.

Plant in groups of three or five to avoid that ‘bitty’ look, and think about creating structure in a border with low-maintenance, evergreen, trusty performers such as box or euonymus for year-round interest.

Fill in the gaps with hardy annuals such as nigella, Californian poppies and cornflowers. Choose just one or two varieties, and sow straight in the soil in swathes to tie a scheme together.

PLANT OF THE MONTH Hardy geraniums are one of my absolute all-time favourite perennials and really earn their keep in any border. They form attractive mounds of softgreen leaves and the flowers can provide colour for months on end.

There are varieties to suit almost every site and situation, and they’ll look equally at home in a cottage garden alongside roses, as in a gravel garden or contemporary urban space.

Try ‘Rozanne’ for masses of purple-blue flowers all summer, or ‘Langthorns Blue’ (pictured) for more delicate flowers that are happy in sun or shade.

Elly West is a garden designer.

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Home & Garden

Mike Taylor Machinery “springs” into action

By Mike Taylor

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pring has been really busy at Mike Taylor’s and we have been absolutely rushed off our feet. That said, our new IT system has really helped us cope with the extra workload.

We have enjoyed seeing all the old customers and have welcomed many new ones. We are tucked away in the back streets of Nailsea at Unit 6, Southfield Road Trading Estate, so no one sees us in passing, but the word is spreading and our customer base is growing.

For everyone the first cut was a bit of a struggle as the grass was very long after the mild wet winter. However thereafter the night-time temperature has remained cold and the grass has not really started growing.

Don’t worry it will and that’s when our” breakdown” season starts. If you have any problems with your garden machinery we are here to help. Our experienced mechanics can get you back up and running in a jiffy.

However if your machines have “had it” or are beyond economic repair (BER) then we can supply any machinery that you might need.

Just remember Mike Taylor Machinery is your local “One Stop Shop” for all you need for your garden maintenance.

ALLOTMENTS ASSOCIATION PLANT SALE Nailsea Allotments Association hosts a Plant Sale on Saturday, May 14 at the Whitesfield Road Allotments, Wareham Close entrance, Nailsea.

It starts at 10am, donations of plants are welcome and all proceeds will go to Children’s Hospice South West.

In stock for May: • Our famous fabulously longflowering hanging baskets – £29.99 • Quality bedding and basket plants – grown by us on-site • Herbs - a diverse range for both culinary and medicinal use • New range of peat-free composts – from RHS recommended brand Melcourt

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You’ll be amazed at what you can find at Brackenwood! Give us a try.

Season’s Café & Tea Rooms fresh cooked food, teas, coffees and cakes.

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Your local kitchen experts – why go further?

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itchens are now by far the most expensive room in the home and are fast becoming the central space in modern homes.

A new kitchen can make a large difference to your house’s value and to the way you live.

Portishead Kitchens would like to thank the people of Portishead and beyond for their continued support since they opened.

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studio provides a relaxing space in which to browse and have a chat over a coffee, while viewing the extensive range of kitchens and bedrooms and learning more about the latest culinary innovations.

The company offer an end-to-end service, including consultation, project management and installation and they

have built up a well-deserved reputation for their excellent aftersales service.

This is one of the many reasons why customers choose an independent company and many happy clients have rediscovered the joys of dealing with a local business - no call centres, no waiting on the phone - just a local number and a team who are always available to chat about any aspect of the process and any concerns.

Owners Chris and Anna like to keep it local too, using local suppliers and services where possible. The company’s team of dedicated tradesmen are all from the area and have many years of experience in their chosen field.

So the question is, if you can get such a quality product and great service locally, why would you go anywhere else?

Visit Portishead Kitchens at 5 Kestrel Court, Harbour Road, Portishead, call 01275 390567 or see www. portisheadkitchens.co.uk or Portishead Kitchens on Facebook to view recently completed projects.

Motor

Queen’s Bentley goes up for sale on Auto Trader

By John Cant, Nailsea & Backwell Living’s motoring correspondent

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he Queen’s Bentley Mulsanne limousine has gone on sale for just under £200,000 on Auto Trader recently.

This rolling piece of history was reserved for exclusive use by the Monarch during a two-year period from 2012 to 2014 when the Bentley was retired from Royal duties.

The Mulsanne was used by the Queen during her Diamond Jubilee celebrations and for a unique visit to 10 Downing Street where she attended her first-ever cabinet meeting with Prime Minister, David Cameron, who greeted her on her arrival.

The limousine was first prepared and registered by Bentley in Crewe at its headquarters for exclusive use by the Queen.

The Royal wheels features several upgrades including walnut burr veneered picnic tables, door panels and rear quarter vanity mirrors. There are

embroidered Bentley emblems to all seats and the car runs on optional 21-inch classic alloy wheels.

The interior boasts a full leather interior, air conditioning, driver information system and satellite navigation system, which still has Windsor set as the home address.

The Mulsanne is powered by a massive 6.75-litre engine with over 500bhp and is capable of dashing to 60mph in just over five seconds.

The Bentley is capable of hitting a top speed of 184mph, which would

ensure her Majesty would never be late to any of her many pressing engagements.

This Ex-Royal Household Bentley Mulsanne covered less than 5,000 miles during its two-year service with the Queen and is now offered in immaculate condition having covered a total of 5,826 miles.

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Business

How to get the most out of networking Each month Della Hudson of Hudson Accountants provides advice on helping you to get more out of your business.

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t is often said that “people buy from people”. This is why networking can be so useful as part of your business marketing.

We all have social networks through friends, neighbours, school, hobbies etc but there are a growing number of networking events where you can meet other business people.

Depending on the event you may be looking for sales through introducers, suppliers for your own business or even just a social support network as only other business owners can understand the roller coaster feelings that you experience.

Networking events are a great way to meet new people but they should not be confused with an invitation to sell.

So how should you go about it?

• Find out the format of the event.

• If there is a formal introduction session prepare the correct length of interesting and informative summary about yourself. It is not just bad manners to overrun but may also be counter productive as your listeners will switch off.

• Dress as if you are going to meet your best customer • Take plenty of business cards to keep in touch after the event • Ladies may

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want to take a spare name badge holder which can attach to their outfit as many events only provide holders suitable for lapels If you don’t know anybody at the event do ask your host to introduce you or, politely, introduce yourself If you’re a little shy you might like to prepare two or three introductory questions that you can recycle to get the conversation going If you meet anybody of interest do exchange business cards Don’t just look for contacts for yourself but help others to meet people who may be of help or interest to them After the event enter all your contacts into your CRM system (you do have one, don’t you?)

Follow up after the event with people whom you would like to meet again or send information that you have promised Don’t forget to enjoy yourself

Local networking events There will be a new Nailsea Women’s networking group meeting launching on Wednesday 25 May at 1:30pm in The Blue Room in Crown Glass Place.

Whether you work from home, an office, shop or workshop if your business is associated with Nailsea we’d love to meet you there. Please contact nailseachamber@gmail.com for more information.

You are also welcome to come along and join with us and other local business owners at our Nailsea Money Matters event in our new offices on 11 May. http://mmnailsea3.eventbrite.co.uk.

Details of other free events and webinars are on our website www.hudsonaccountants.com.

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