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By-election as Clare steps down A council by-election for the third Westbury & Henleaze seat will take place on May 24 after Clare Campion-Smith resigned for health reasons. PAGE 3
Mystery over Domino's shop Work has stopped on the Domino's shop in Westbury, fuelling speculation that it will no longer open. PAGE 7
Ofsted marks down Free School Elmlea Junior School swim team triumphed at the recent Bristol Schools Swimming finals. The squad of ten pupils competed against the best swimmers from 25 schools across Bristol, winning medals in the relay and individual events. The boys team were awarded the Bristol Humane Society Cup for coming first overall. It’s been a great sporting season for the school with wins at county level in Netball and Hockey. More details: Page 21
Bristol Free School has lost its Ofsted Good rating and is now judged as Requires Improvement. PAGE 14
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By-election date set after Clare steps down for health reasons
WESTBURY-on-Trym and Henleaze councillor Clare Campion-Smith, unexpectedly resigned her post in early April, citing health concerns. Clare, who was first elected as a Liberal Democrat councillor nearly 12 years ago, held the post of Lord Mayor in 2015/16 and has served in cabinet for two administrations. In her time as councillor, the former maths teacher was the cabinet member for Children’s Services and was instrumental in creating 10,000 new primary school places in the city. Ms Campion-Smith said: “It has been a pleasure to serve the residents of Henleaze – and later Westbury – as their councillor. “I also had the great pleasure of being the city’s Lord Mayor and of twice being in the city council cabinet.
“It is with some sadness that I’ve handed in my resignation as a councillor. “I have been diagnosed with a lung condition which is not life-threatening but I wish to have more personal time to keep myself well. The last two winters have been a bit of a struggle. “I was fully behind the second bid and successful bid to become European Green Capital and felt doubly delighted when my year as Lord Mayor covered half of the Green Capital year. “At the local level, it gives me great pleasure to see the changes to Old Quarry Park and see Fallodon Way Playpark full of children and know that we achieved that working with the Henleaze Society. “I have been proud to represent Henleaze and Westbury, sad to step down but
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n NEWS A BY-ELECTION is being held to elect a new councillor to represent the Westbury-on-Trym and Henleaze ward, following the resignation of the sitting councillor. The by-election will take place on Thursday 24 May with polling stations across the ward opening
How the parties line up from 7am until 10pm. Only residents of this ward can vote in this election - the final date to register to vote is 8 May. All postal vote
Local campaigner Steve Smith is fighting to keep both Westbury and Henleaze Libraries open. Unfortunately, they are under threat from Labour who plan to close Westbury Library and possibly Henleaze Library. If elected Steve will be a councillor for the second largest party on Bristol City Council. So, a vote for Steve Smith is a vote to make Labour think again. Living in Westbury, Steve is the father of two children who both attend the local Westbury Church of England Academy. This means he understands the importance of local facilities such as libraries and what they mean for residents. Labour have already closed the public toilets on Westbury High Street. So, we need to make Labour think again about closing our libraries. Steve Smith is an Explorer Scout Leader in Westbury - this involves training and supporting local teenagers to learn important skills. He volunteers for the Freewheelers Blood Bikes supporting our NHS by transporting blood and medical products across the region. He also volunteers as a magistrate in the city. On 24th May vote for local resident Steve Smith. The stakes couldn’t be higher. Your vote can decide the future of our Libraries. So, don’t risk Labour closing them. Vote Conservative.
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Ian is married with two children and has lived in the Westbury-on-Trym area for over 30 years. Currently Ian is a self employed consultant validation engineer working in the pharmaceutical industry and is a qualified FieldBus engineer after previously working for ICI and AstraZeneca for over 20 years. He has served on both the Westbury-on-Trym and Henleaze Business Associations whiee he worked for a local business from 2010 to 2014. He has coached and supported sports development in local schools and clubs for the past 20 years and helped to create opportunities for girls and women to play cricket in the Bristol area and Gloucestershire, including forming the Gloucestershire Under 13, 15 & 17s County Girls Teams. He also managed Bristol & West AC Girls and Women's Track and Field Team for 5 years. Ian has recently campaigned and supported the charity, Compassion In Care, in order to raise issues relating to the care of elderly and vulnerable people and supported and represented individuals claiming health-related benefits. Ian has been a member of the Green Party for several years and campaigned passionately both locally and nationally on issues relating to the Environment and Climate Change.
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Liberal Democrat - Graham Donald
I’ve lived in the area for 20 years, raising my family here and, for much of that time, working for Bristol City Council. As an occupational therapist, I’m passionate about helping people to stay independent and active. It’s been my life’s work, and is something I’m continuing to do while working for Age UK. In the course of the past two decades I’ve gained a good knowledge of local facilities – having sent my children to local state schools and having been a school governor locally myself. In addition, I use and care about local facilities: buses, trains, libraries, and especially with our dog, the parks. I’ve also joined Sustainable Westbury-on-Trym. Westbury-on-Trym and Henleaze needs a strong local voice, someone knowledgeable and visible who will campaign on the issues that matter – such as health, social care, transport and affordable housing. The Labour administration in Bristol demonstrates how good public services and supporting less able members of society can be achieved, despite this Tory Government’s austerity policies. I look forward to meeting and engaging with as many people as possible and if elected on May 24th, I will be the strong voice this ward needs.
I’m Graham Donald and I’m standing for the Liberal Democrats in the Westbury-on-Trym & Henleaze byelection on 24 May. What I have to offer: 1. My experience as a civil servant and charity trustee. 2. My optimistic attitude – together, we can make Westbury and Henleaze an even better place to live. 3. My energy and commitment as a campaigner. What I hope to achieve: 1. A properly funded and organised library service, making greater use of volunteers – but not one financed by cutting benefits to poor and disabled people. 2. A safe crossing for Canford Lane, where I have campaigned with local residents. 3.Decent toilet facilities across our community, so older people and families aren’t deterred from leaving home. What I hope to be: 1.A hard-working local councillor to succeed Clare Campion-Smith, Glenise Morgan and Dennis and Rosalie Brown. 2. A champion for residents in their dealings with the council. 3. Someone who holds our Mayor and his administration to account. The Liberal Democrats provide constructive scrutiny and positive ideas! Above all, I believe that persistent campaigning pays off. Positive change happens when people work for it.
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Mystery over opening date for Domino's by Keri Beckingham THE future of a planned Domino’s outlet in Westbury-on-Trym looks uncertain after work at the site suddenly stalled. As reported in the Henleaze & Westbury Voice, Domino’s were granted planning permission back in June 2016 to open a store at the bottom of Westbury Hill, despite mass opposition from locals. As part of their appeal against the opening of the store, residents created a Facebook page and launched a petition that received over 200 signatures, with comments stating that the store was unneeded and unwanted in the village, that it would threaten local independent businesses and would not be in keeping with the character of the area. It then took more than a year for work to begin at the site, before signs of refurbishment appeared in November 2017. A Domino’s sign appeared outside of the shop, and large pizza ovens were installed inside. Work has now come to a halt, with external signage being removed completely. A spokesman for Domino’s told the Henleaze & Westbury Voice that the opening of the store was something that he was not able to comment on at this time. Speaking on behalf of the Westbury-on-
Trym Society, Alan Aburrow said: “The original planning application was refused by Bristol City Council planners, but unfortunately the Planning Inspector upheld
Domino's subsequent appeal against refusal and the application was therefore granted. “The Society, like many others, was concerned at the totally inappropriate location for the proposed Domino's outlet, being so close to a zebra crossing and other parking restrictions in the shape of double yellow lines. The commercial decision to locate an outlet in Westbury was Domino's choice, albeit that other premises may have offered a better location to accommodate all their delivery vehicles and drive-by customers picking-up their pizzas.” Georgina Moden-Bishop, an administrator of the Westbury-on-Trym Village Facebook group, said: “I welcome the continued absence of Domino’s from the village. The traffic chaos that is caused on Westbury Hill by delivery drivers to existing businesses is already a problem and if Domino’s did open this would only exacerbate the problem further. “The move of chains, myriad charity shops and estate agents into the village risks changing its community character forever. More needs to be done to encourage independent businesses to establish through lowering of rents and changes in business tax legislation for start-ups.”
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Split Tin Bakery celebrates 40 years
THREE generations of one family will be celebrating on May 8 when The Split Tin Bakery will mark 40 years in business. Food fashions may come and go, but the family-run bakery continues to delight the local residents in Westbury Park with the smell of freshly baked bread each morning. All the baked goods are made at the shop which supplies baked loaves, speciality breads, pies, filled roles, eggs and cakes. Geoff Greenman, aged 74, learned his trade at Ashley Hill baker, BA Witts, and then travelled the world working on voyages for P & O Lines. On his return to Bristol, Geoff and his wife Sandra opened the bakery on
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works alongside her son, Harry Pedler and her sister, Beverley James. As well as being an excellent baker, Geoff spends his spare time at the allotment, bringing surplus fruit and veg for sale at the shop. Current and former customers are invited into the shop to celebrate with the family on the day.
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Firms sponsor local history info board THE local history interpretation board for Old Quarry Park, showing the numerous changes that have taken place in the past 200 years, has attracted funding from a number of local businesses. This means that the project will be able to go ahead and the board installed at the park beside Henleaze Road later in the year. Aviva have since agreed to be one of the sponsors for the project, along with local organisations C J Hole, Estate Agents, Henleaze Dental Practice, Home Instead Senior Care. Wessex Water have confirmed that the interpretation board application has received one of their Watermark awards and that they will be presenting a cheque to the project shortly. The application was entitled ‘Walking on Water’ which referred to the time when old Quarry Park was a lake used for swimming and boating. Local history author Veronica Bowerman is delighted that the project is going ahead and said: “We are also in touch with several other local organisations who have expressed an interest in sponsoring the board and are awaiting their feedback once the various managers have been consulted and amounts agreed. We are keen to have just one
Photo from the John Clark collection looking towards Eastfield Terrace, taken before the lake was brought up to a higher level in line with the Henleaze Road dual carriageway. organisation from each sector.” The interpretation board will add to the enhancements to the park organised by the Henleaze Society this year which have been financed from funds paid by developers. A snake bench plus other new benches and a
picnic table have been installed in the park, along with bird boxes in trees. The safety surfacing and boards surrounding the play facility have been updated and a number of bulbs will be planted close to the new benches in the Autumn.
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Pub reopens in Westbury village by Keri Beckingham ONE of Westbury-on-Trym’s best loved pubs has reopened following its sudden closure in 2017. The White Horse, located at 24 High Street, closed its doors late last year. It is thought that the building dates back to the 1700s, and following a refurbishment project by its new management, it reopened for business as a gastropub on Wednesday April 25. Head chef Kelly Sealey appeared on Channel 4’s The Taste with Nigella Lawson back in 2014 and used to teach at Bordeaux Quay’s cookery school. Visitors to the pub can expect to see contemporary British dishes such as barbecue lamb ribs, salted pollack and prime dry aged steaks on the menu, plus Sunday roasts and a range of wines from expert supplier Milton Sandford. The menu will
also have a seasonal focus, and there will be a range of daily specials available too. The pub has not only chosen its suppliers for the quality of their produce, but for their regard for the environment too. There is also a commitment to using locally sourced ingredients, with meat coming from Buxton butchers in Winterbourne, oils from the Cotswolds and fish arriving daily from the sea off Lyme Regis. In addition all cheeses served will be British, dairy will come from Jersey cows at Ivy House Farm in Frome and rhubarb and asparagus will come from the Wye Valley. Inside the pub, visitors will notice a new copper snug bar, redecoration, and updated light fixtures and fittings. Speaking of the opening, pub operations manager Frazer Tompkins said: “We think we’ve opened a lovely restaurant for lovely local people, serving a
great selection of seasonal dishes, wines and spirits.” The White Horse is open for lunch and dinner Monday to Saturday from 12pm - 11pm and
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Horses flee in storm Get dressed up for after fence damage the Pony Prom POLICE and fire services were called out during recent storms, as five horses from the Avon Riding Centre for the Disabled in Henbury escaped from their field. They travelled at speed along Long Cross, and were also seen moving fast past the Blaise Inn, before finally being contained by police and fire service on Station Road, Henbury. Although undoubtedly “spooked” by the thunder and lightning, they were able to escape from their field because the fence had been taken down by trespassers. “It is only extremely good luck that nobody was hurt. In the dark and rain, this could have resulted in extremely serious injury to drivers or passers-by,”
said Yvette Whiffen, centre manager at the charity. Fortunately, neither any people nor horses were injured, but the centre is determined that such an event should not take place again. Ms Whiffen said: “We are looking at permanent solutions to make our fences tamper-proof, and we ask all our neighbours to be extremely vigilant, and if they see anything suspicious around our fences, to please call the police straight away.” Avon Riding Centre for the Disabled is a registered charity that uses its horses to help almost 200 disabled people a week to enjoy the unique therapy of horse-riding and being around horses.
ABBIE Moorlen, stable manager at the Avon Riding Centre for the Disabled, is so passionate about her place of work she’s decided to organise a charity ball to support it. The Avon Riding Centre for the Disabled gives about 200 disabled people a week therapeutic riding lessons, and Abbie’s Pony Prom will help raise much-needed funds. The ball will take place at Bristol BAWA Club in Filton on Saturday 9 June, which - as well as being a long-standing supporter of the charity’s work has kindly donated the venue. Abbie says: “Working at the centre means I see first-hand the difference riding and horses can make to disabled people’s lives. “When you spend all day in muddy boots and covered in horse hair, it’s great to have the
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BS9 Arts Trail celebrates five years THE BS9 Arts Trail celebrates its fifth anniversary on the weekend of 9 and 10 June - it’s one postcode, with so much to see! From 11am to 5pm on both Saturday and Sunday, 14 venues will be open and ready to welcome you in to browse the huge range of artwork on display. All of the work is made by the 76 artists taking part in the Trail and
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Ofsted: Free School needs to improve BRISTOL Free School has been downgraded from Good to Requires Improvement following its Ofsted inspection in March. The secondary school, based at Concorde Drive on the outskirts of Westbury-on-Trym, opened in 2011 following a campaign by parents, and added a sixth form in 2016. One of the main areas of criticism by Ofsted was that: "Pupils’ progress in most subjects has been significantly below that of other pupils nationally for two years. Disadvantaged pupils, in particular, have made progress that is significantly below that made by other pupils nationally. Until recently, leaders have not taken action quickly enough to address this." In a letter to parents acting head teacher Ben Sillince wrote: “Ofsted had to take the Progress 8 score for 2016 and 2017 into account. These opening year groups were different from all subsequent years (which have been oversubscribed and full from the beginning of Year 7)
and had a large proportion of late joiners. So despite some exceptional GCSE results in 2016 and 2017, particularly for our most able and those with us from Year 7 onwards, year-group wide results were below average. “We acknowledge, however, Ofsted’s view that too much variation still exists with respect to less able students. Our school is continually striving to ensure that the quality of teaching; the impact of marking and feedback; and expectations and challenge are universally good or better for all students, regardless of ability. We are encouraged, however, that Ofsted judged our management approach to these issues to be a strength.” In their summary Ofsted inspectors stated: ‘The quality of teaching in the school is not consistently good. Leaders’ strategies to improve teaching are not fully implemented by all teachers. As a result, teachers’ impact is limited in raising pupils’ outcomes. Across many subjects, teachers do not
consistently help pupils develop literacy skills, or help them to develop the skills of extended writing appropriate to their subject.’ Some teachers were criticised for not consistently identifying the needs of lower- and middleability pupils, setting their expectations too low. This meant they often failed to plan learning that is matched well enough to pupils’ needs and so these pupils did nnot make enough progress. The school was praised for having a good plan to improve attendance across most groups in the school but the report noted that there remains a minority of disadvantaged pupils with persistent absence, significantly above the national level. The report acknowledged that the recently appointed acting headteacher, supported by the Russell Education Trust, which runs the school, is taking effective action to address the underlying causes of underachievement and that leaders have created a culture
characterised by good behaviour and respect and consideration for each other. Staff at all levels give strong support to pupils’ safety and wellbeing. Ofsted inspectors rated the sixth form as Good and reported that it is led well. The report said: "Leaders know its strengths and weaknesses accurately. They promote high aspiration and have a clear vision for how they want the sixth form to develop. Self-evaluation is both objective and accurate. Teaching challenges the most able pupils well." Headteacher designate, Susan King, is working closely with Mr Sillince, the school and trust to ensure a seamless transition to her headship. Writing in the school newsletter she said: “I want us to celebrate the school’s many gifts and strengths; then to consolidate the school and trust’s reputation for subject expertise and for good and outstanding teaching, for every child, every day.”
Children want action over air pollution NEW figures from a walking and cycling charity reveal that more than two fifths (43%) of children living in urban areas are concerned about the levels of air pollution near their school. Sustrans has its head office on College Green in Bristol and offers information about the city’s cycle routes to residents, including the National Cycle Network (NCN) which has a route that passes through Henleaze. As part of Sustrans’ survey of over 1,000 children aged six to 15 years old, they asked about their attitudes towards air pollution and the actions they think should be taken to help clean up the air. More than one in three of those surveyed think that encouraging more people to cycle, scoot or walk to school is the best way to help to reduce levels of air pollution, while a further 16% feel that reducing the number of journeys taken by car would play the greatest role. Air pollution is one of the
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leading environmental public health crises in the UK today. Children are among the most
vulnerable and more than 2,000 schools and nurseries are near to roads with damaging levels of
motor emissions. James Cleeton, Sustrans, England Director, South said: “We’re in the midst of an air quality crisis. This survey demonstrates for the first time that children are aware and concerned about poor air quality. We wanted to hear their views on the matter, as they are some of the most susceptible to the adverse effects of air pollution, which can lead to poor lung and brain development and asthma if exposed for long periods of time at a young age. “The UK Government needs to show leadership by helping local authorities fund and deliver better cycling and walking infrastructure so that every child is able to travel on foot or by bike to school in safety and with confidence. ” The survey has been released to launch the Big Pedal 2018 (23 April – 4 May), the UK’s largest schools competition to encourage more young people to cycle, walk and scoot to school.
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n EDUCATION A FORMAL consultation on the new secondary school planned for Lockleaze opened on 17 April and will run until Friday 15 June 2018. CST Trinity Academy will be a state-funded secondary school specialising in music and the performing arts, run by Cathedral Schools Trust along similar lines to their school in the city centre. The proposed site for the new secondary school is on the former Romney Avenue Junior School site, next to Stoke Park Primary School in Lockleaze. It will help meet the increasing demand for secondary school places in the north of Bristol. The school will open for Year 7 places in September 2019, growing year on year with an eventual capacity of 1220 students: 180 students per year including sixth-form provision. Neil Blundell, executive principal of Cathedral Schools Trust said: “The consultation is about listening to the views of local people and adapting our vision and ideas for the design process of the new school. We want the facilities to be available to the local community to make the best use of the space in the holidays and out of school hours. “This is a very significant investment for Bristol and an opportunity to open a fantastic school that is a real investment in the area.” By 2022, more than 1,000 extra school places will be needed in the city to meet the provision for secondary education. Bristol Cathedral Choir School has seen big changes in the last ten years, transitioning from the private sector to become an academy in 2008 and increasing in size from 350 pupils to almost 1,100 students to date. Popular with parents and pupils, it was the most oversubscribed school in Bristol in 2017. “We want to build on what
Have your say on Lockleaze secondary school proposal we do well and for the children coming here to get the same opportunities as those at Bristol Cathedral Choir School,” said Neil Blundell. “The new school will have an academic curriculum and a co-curricular offer, helping young people to become work ready and life ready. Music has a central role in creating academic achievement and the new school will have a music specialism for ten percent of pupils (18 per year) based on aptitude. We aim to spot talent and nurture that talent, providing free music lessons to help pupils begin learning instruments.” CST Trinity Academy will have links to Stoke Park Primary, building on the great drama, dance, music and sport already taking place there. Local pupils from Lockleaze, Bishopston and across North Bristol will have the option of applying to the new school. As part of the process of opening a new school, a formal consultation exercise will be carried out to determine whether Cathedral Schools Trust should enter into a Funding Agreement with the Department for Education, pending approval from the Secretary of State. This consultation enables local residents, staff and governors from local schools, parents, councillors, community groups and any other interested parties to share their views. Further consultation on the building and site layout will take place ahead of the planning application process but is not related to the current consultation.
If you would like to find out more and take part in the consultation, public events are being held on the following dates: Wednesday 2 May, 5.30-7pm at Stoke Park Primary School, Brangwyn Grove, Bristol BS7 9BY Tuesday 8 May, 9-10.30amat The Hub, Gainsborough Square, Bristol BS7 9FB Wednesday 23 May, 2-4pm at The Cameron Centre, Cameron Walk, Bristol BS7 9XB Tuesday 5 June, 5.30-7pm at St James’ Church, Romney Ave, Bristol BS7 9TD. Alternatively, please visit: www.trinityacademybristol. org to register an interest, to fill in a Section 10 questionnaire or to find out more about the vision and plans for the school, including frequently asked questions.
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Clifton College Nursery leads the way CLIFTON College Nursery is leading the way with a more flexible approach to nursery life for children from two years old. Staff encourage children of different ages to play and learn together and promote this integration and the use of the whole nursery, as an important aspect of daily life. Children are welcomed into different rooms, rather than being constrained by them. Clifton College Nursery is located in a large Victorian house, on the edge of Clifton village; the space allows flexibility and freedom of movement for all the children. The location in the heart of the school means the nursery is also uniquely placed to take advantage of the full range of facilities on offer at Clifton College, as well as those within Clifton and Bristol as a whole. The Nursery children can enjoy performances and ‘tread the boards’ at the Redgrave Theatre, get muddy in Forest School, choose from thousands of books in their own library and be creative in the music room. Direct access to specialist teachers and facilities from a young age, enables the children to develop new skills and gain confidence in a fun and supportive environment. Within the wider context of the vibrant, dynamic and awardwinning city of Bristol, not only is Bristol Zoo their back garden, the children can visit the Suspension Bridge, the aquarium, a wealth
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Education Secretary's visit marks £1m funding boost for Bristol Plays Music THE organisation leading music education in Bristol has had its work secured for a further two years thanks to a funding award of just over £1 million. Bristol Plays Music works with schools, communities and cultural organisations to promote inclusion, diversity and wellbeing through music, performance and workforce development. It is part of Bristol Music Trust, the organisation that runs Colston Hall. The £1.1m funding from Arts Council England will enable the organisation based in Southmead to continue to undertake its award winning work providing music education for the city, as well increasing its focus on improving outcomes for children experiencing challenging circumstances. Bristol Plays Music currently helps 8,500 children and young people to sing, learn and play every week in schools and music centres. This funding will guarantee that this work can continue to take place for the next two years, and will provide a solid base for the activities of the new National Centre for Inclusive Excellence, which will be based at the transformed Colston Hall. Moreover, by working in partnership with more schools and communities, Bristol Plays Music aims to nurture creativity in more young people and help remedy the decline in the uptake of arts subjects recently reported by the Royal College of Music. Education Secretary Damian Hinds, who last week visited St Werburgh’s Primary School, one of the schools provisioned by Bristol Plays Music, said: “The funding for Bristol Plays Music will give more young people the opportunity to develop their musical talents from an early age. We have always nurtured creative talent in this country and for many, this journey starts at school. That is why it is important we support children from the beginning
Education Secretary Damian Hinds at St Werburgh's and offer students from all backgrounds the opportunity to access the education they need to progress as young performers. Arts subjects are an important part of our broad and balanced curriculum.” Phil Castang, Director of Creative Learning and Engagement of Bristol Music Trust added: “This funding is a real mark of confidence for our work and will enable us to continue to support children and young people in schools and community settings across Bristol to have access to an inclusive and high-quality music education programme.”
Phil Gibby, Area Director, South West, Arts Council England, said: “We are really proud to support Bristol Plays Music to continue their excellent work, creating opportunities for teaching, learning and performance in a way that everyone can access. The funding success comes shortly after Bristol Music Trust announced it will receive £600,000 over four years to establish the country’s first National Centre for Inclusive Excellence (NCIE) for young musicians with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Win a free young women's summer camp place ACCORDING to the Department for Health, one in three teenage girls now suffer from anxiety or depression. This shocking statistic, coupled with a passion for a happier, healthier planet, drove local sustainability leader Traci Lewis to set up Catalyse Change. Designed to support girls and young women to develop their skills and confidence to become effective changemakers, Catalyse Change has already reached over 500 young women, empowering them to become the next generation passionate about healthy, green communities, careers and planet. “The UK has one of the worst records on gender equality at work,” says Traci, “and men continue to fill the majority of the highest paid and most senior roles. Catalyse
Change is about inspiring, empowering and skilling up girls and young women – aged between 14 and 24 – who want to create a more sustainable future.” For young women who are interested in a career in sustainability but aren’t yet sure
how to achieve it, the Catalyst Bootcamp could be the answer. The three-day summer camp based at the University of Bristol offers workshops on career and education options for the sustainability sector. Central to the Bootcamp programme is a focus on helping young women understand their skills and develop their confidence. Attendees will hear from inspiring women who are succeeding in the sector. They will also meet a mentor. The next Catalyst Bootcamp runs from 1 – 3 August and you can save 20% on the ticket price using promo code CB18offer. Or to win a free place tell us in in 100 words, or with an image or 1-minute video, why you want to be a #Catalyst4Change. Full details at www. catalysechange.com.
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Know Your Roots
THE Soil Association’s Food for Life programme and Pukka Herbs have teamed up to get children in Bristol outdoors and help them learn growing skills, as part of a campaign to promote intergenerational links, food education and environmental knowledge. The Know Your Roots campaign marks Grandparent Gardening Week, and will see children at primary schools learning from nature by growing their own herbs alongside their parents and grandparents. Pupils at Whitehall Primary and Aurora St Christopher’s School in Westbury Park will plant, water and care for the herbs, and get to grips with their culinary uses in a series of private events being held on the school campuses. The intergenerational links will offer children the opportunity to gain knowledge from their grandparents. Each of the Bristol schools has received a raised herb planter complete with seeds, compost and all the resources needed to help them kick-start their herb growing journey.
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Redmaids High School makes national finals REDMAIDS’ High School has been recognised for its international outlook in the national 2018 Tes School Awards. These awards showcase the most outstanding individuals and institutions that the state and independent education sector in the UK has to offer. Redmaids’ High made the shortlist based on a number of factors including its many partnerships with charities across the globe, the humanitarian work carried out by students, staff and alumnae in places like Cambodia, Uganda and Nepal and the broad international focus of the curriculum. Assistant Head, Jon Cooper, who spearheads the school’s international strategy, said: “Our
girls set up and support charities both home and abroad; they can choose from six languages; they organise and take part in networking events and conferences with people from across the world. A global view is woven into the day-to-day fabric of school life.” Redmaids’ High was also the first school in Bristol to introduce the International Baccalaureate Diploma ten years ago, which they run alongside A Levels. Headmistress, Isabel Tobias said: “Our heritage dates back to 1634, but our mind-set is very future-facing. We are a local school with a modern international outlook and I am delighted that this has been recognised by Tes. "
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Elmlea is first for sport THE pupils of Elmlea Primary School excelled themselves at sport in April, becoming county champions for netball and hockey at the 2018 Spring Games. The boys team were awarded first overall in the Bristol Schools Swimming Finals in competition with 25 schools, and the girls team third. Netball The High Netball squad, consisting of players Steph, Jess, Emily, Bella, Freya, Charlotte and Lucia, took part in the county finals at Bristol Grammar School. Despite the very warm conditions the girls played superbly all day, rotating round positions every half a match and showing that they can all play mid court, defence and shooters. They
worked beautifully as a team and they dominated many of their matches. In the first round they had to play seven other schools and their skill and determination led to them winning all seven games. In the semi-final they met St Ursula’s and despite a hard fought game Elmlea won comfortably by 5-0. In the final the girls met St Stephen’s and the game remained fast and furious throughout. The action was end to end and the atmosphere created by the spectators was so exciting. Elmlea managed to keep their heads and finished the game as winners, 4 goals to 2. Elmlea are the High 5 county champions and they were awarded a trophy and gold medals.
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The Quicksticks hockey squad, made up of players Harry, Henry, Theo, Lauren, Suki and Teagan, also qualified for the county hockey finals at Bristol Grammar School. The squad played some fantastic hockey during the tournament, showing skill and determination in all their games. In the first round they played four matches, winning all four games 3-0, 5-0, 5-1 and 6-0. These results allowed the team to qualify for the semi-finals, a match that they dominated and went on to win 2-0. The final was a tense and exciting game, Elmlea went 2-0 up but the opposition came back at them and levelled the game 2-2. At the end of time the score was still level so the teams agreed to play extra time. Elmlea stepped up brilliantly to the pressure and with an astounding effort from Henry, Elmlea scored the golden goal to win the match
Ten swimmers from Elmlea, having qualified in the heats last term, swam in the Bristol Schools Primary Championship Finals at Horfield Leisure Centre on April 21. The swimmers had a fantastic afternoon, competing against the best swimmers from the whole of Bristol. Emma Hinkins, Elmlea swimming coach, said: “Several personal best times were achieved, which was a great effort. We had swimmers representing years 5 and 6, and the results show the strength and depth in the Elmlea swimming club.� The school were silver medal winners in the Girls Medley relay and the Boys Freestyle relay and Canon relay. Both Lauren and Thomas won gold medals in the 25m breaststroke. The boys team won gold in the Medley relay and were awarded the Bristol Humane Society Cup for coming first overall.
Junior school seeks trustees ELMLEA Junior School, Westbury-on-Trym are looking for individuals to join the Board of Trustees to help shape the educational character, strategic direction and mission of the school. The Board of Trustees includes people drawn from a range of backgrounds and experiences reflecting the community that the school serves. Their experience knowledge and skills make a vital contribution to the continuing development of the school. They are currently seeking expressions of interest from members of the local community who are able to offer skills/ experience from the following areas: Medical Legal (in particular HR or Property) Education. If you are interested, or wish to find out more about the role, please submit your details to the Company Secretary/Clerk to Governors via email : recruitment@elmleajunior.com No previous experience of being a Trustee or Governor is required. Interviews will be arranged with the Chair and Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees who make appointment recommendations to the full Board for approval.
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New school dog Monty is a big hit with pupils
BADMINTON Junior School has recently welcomed a new four–legged member to its community; a school dog named Monty who is a black miniature Labradoodle, a breed that is well known for being child friendly, calm and gentle natured, as well as highly intelligent. Specially trained dogs, like Monty, are frequently used to provide love, comfort and companionship to people in hospitals, retirement homes, schools, and also to people with learning difficulties. Dogs can also help to release
calming endorphins and improve tactile stimulation. Ms Davies, Head of the Junior School at Badminton, said: “As well as being a lovely companion for the girls, Monty has encouraged communication, developed the girls’ confidence and provided a calming influence, further adding to and improving the wellbeing of all those in his presence. He regularly joins the Little Acorns for Forest School and the girls love taking him for walks during their breaks.”
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Badminton Junior School early years provision earns Bristol Standard AFTER spending a year engaging in an in-depth assessment of its early years provision, learning environment, strategic aims and partnerships, as well as receiving a number of visits from an appointed mentor, Badminton Junior School has been awarded The Bristol Standard. The Bristol Standard is nationally recognised as an outstanding self-evaluation framework that helps Early Years settings and practitioners to develop and improve the quality and effectiveness of their provision through an annual cycle of reflection. The process puts children at the heart of the assessment as organisations are asked to consider how every aspect of their provision benefits
them and their development. The process provided Badminton Junior School with an opportunity to reflect on the true value of their work and the impact it has on girls in their care and their families. Mrs Jones, Early Years Foundation Stage Coordinator at Badminton Junior School said: “We are delighted to have achieved ‘The Bristol Standard’ again this year. “At Badminton Junior School, we are committed to continually improving our Early Years provision through active and on-going self-assessment and it truly is wonderful to receive the recognition which reflects the hard work of all of our staff.”
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Tomatoes and wheelbarrows at the ready! THE WESTBURY-on-Trym Spring Community Fair is set to take over the village for its 11th year. The fair will take place on Saturday May 12 from 11am to 3:30pm. Situated across various locations around the village such as the Methodist and Parish Churches, Village hall, Westbury Hill car park area and the House of Prayer, it promises to offer lots of fun for the whole family. During the event, visitors will be able to buy art, books, brica-brac, craft, refreshments and local produce. There will also be the chance to enjoy music from a local folk group and Westburyon-Trym Academy Recorder group, singing from the Hospice Choir, tombola, tower tours, and much more. In addition, stalls will be run by local community groups who will be sharing the work that they do. Four varieties of tomato plants (cherry tomato ‘Sungold’, ‘Alicante’, ‘Shirley’ and ‘Tumbler’) will also be on sale by Sustainable Westbury-onTrym (SusWoT), a group that helps people to grow their own vegetables by offering them cheap "starter" plants. The group have potted up 12,000 plants to sell on their stall, which took 12 members about four hours in total. The plants will sell for 50p each, and there will also be the opportunity to buy tomato plant food and seeds in small quantities for beetroot, cauliflower, cabbage, squash, courgettes, with the funds raised allowing SusWoT to carry out similar activities in the future. In addition, this year there is also the opportunity to join in with a walking carnival procession. Residents are being invited to decorate themselves, a wheelbarrow, wheelchair or pushchair of any size and meet at the Memorial Garden (located on Canford Lane between Made in Bristol and Premier Homecare) for 10:15am. The procession will then set off at 10:30am, making their way clockwise across the pedestrian crossings and up Westbury Hill on the footpaths around the public car park to the GP area, where judging will take place at 11am. There will also be a special appearance from the “red barrows” that is not to be missed! There is currently an
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Henleaze man and his sister run the London Marathon for Southmead Hospital Charity BRISTOL siblings Suzanne and Andy Roper ran this year’s London Marathon on 22 April to raise money for Southmead Hospital Charity’s Prostate Cancer Care Appeal.
Suzanne, 43, who lives in Hallen and Andy, 46, of Henleaze have two very good reasons for raising money for the charity’s appeal. They have lost both of their parents to cancer. Their
father, David, was only 60 when he died in 2006, and their mother Elaine only 49 when she died from the illness in 1996. “We’ve lost both of our parents to cancer, and have friends who have suffered from the disease, and so we wanted to run the Marathon in their memory and raise money for Southmead Hospital Charity Appeal, which is very close to our hearts,” explains Suzanne. “We feel a real connection with Southmead Hospital as our mother was born there. We like the fact that Southmead Hospital Charity is a local charity and all the money we raise for it will stay local. We’re just Bristol people trying to help other Bristol people.” Andy has previously competed in ultra marathons and put his sister through her paces. It all paid off on the day when
Suzanne and Andy both crossed the line together in a time of 5 hours and 13 mins. Suzanne says: “The training has been really hard work and has taken over my life, but I’ve really enjoyed it. My brother is super fit and is a strict instructor! The total they raised to date is £4,598 for the charity’s Prostate Cancer Care Appeal. The charity had 8 runners in total raising a total of £15,000 for the charity. The Ropers would love to raise as much money as possible and you can still sponsor them: https://prostate.everydayhero. com/uk/team-roper
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Could you become a foster carer? THE Fostering Network's annual campaign to show how foster care transforms lives takes place from 14 - 27 May. Foster care provides a stable family life for children and young people, who are unable to live with their parents at a point in time. Amicus Foster Care is an independent fostering agency supporting families to care for Children and Young People who are looked after by local authorities in Bristol and the surrounding area. The agency, rated as Outstanding by Ofsted, has a dedicated placements team who work closely with social workers and foster carers to create positive matches with young people to provide a nurturing and stable environment within a foster home. The organisation has 42 children in their care supported by 31 families. “It's something that I’ve always been interested in,” explained Maura Knight* from North Bristol who’s been a foster carer for the past 18 years. After qualifying as a social worker, Maura decided she wanted to be able to make a bigger difference by being more hands on as a foster carer: “I went with an agency who had experienced staff and who could offer a good package of cover to support the foster carer as well as the child. I also wanted an agency who valued my views as part of the care team.” Maura is a single carer for Amicus and cares for teenagers who have been with her since primary school. She has looked
after ten children since 2000, four of them on a long-term basis, preparing all of them for their adoption placement. Maura said: “I always wanted to be a foster carer and I still find it exciting. If you are thinking about it, just do it. Reach out and make a difference to a child. Anybody can do it, even if it’s offering respite care you can still have a positive influence in a young person’s life. “It’s also important for foster carers to have a good network of support around them; the support of other people in your life matters, and you will find that you gather people around you who understand what you are doing. “Children and young people
need to learn to trust an adult again; I have been able to do this because of the special support I have had from Amicus. “Recognising that foster carers need respite and that the package of support fits their family needs is vital. Monthly support groups at Amicus where you hear about how other people face similar challenges with their foster children really helps - it’s a moment to realise that you are not on your own.” The ethos within Amicus is that carers and staff have both individual support and guidance and attend monthly support meetings to provide and receive mutual support. Alongside this, Amicus run two further support groups – one for carer’s adult
children even those living away from home and one for carer’s younger children. There is training and, as Maura explains, sometimes you have to be prepared to work on yourself and understand where your feelings and reactions to a child are coming from: “I think the biggest thing that I’ve learnt is how to understand a child’s emotions. You need to be flexible, learn skills like active listening and to help them make sense of what has happened to them. Saying that, you also need to work with your foster child to help them look forward. There is nothing more rewarding than when a child begins to enjoy life again.” An information evening to find out more about foster caring as a professional paid career choice is being held by Amicus Foster Care at St Werburghs Community Centre on May 28, 6.30 - 8pm. If you have been thinking about fostering come along and get an insight into the world of foster care and the difference you can make to a child’s life. Amicus stress that your experience, skills and approach to life are more important than your age, marital status or sexuality. To book a place on the information evening or to just to have a private chat call: 0117 955 5039 or email enquiries@ amicusfostercare.com • Names and identifying details have been changed to protect the privacy of individuals.
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WHILE most of us support a number of charities in our lifetime, it is perhaps not surprising that a smaller number choose to remember a charity in their Will. Clearly the priority for most is to provide for a surviving spouse or children, or to ensure that the family wealth can be passed on to benefit the next generation. However, government policy is clearly to encourage giving to charity, and a recent development in the law is intended to promote gifts to charity being made by Will. This change may also, on occasion, serve to save Inheritance Tax, or even to create a gift which literally pays for itself.
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News and views from our city councillors regular patrols of the area. Residents living on roads off of Parry’s Lane are struggling Student parking with inconsiderate e sinc ry’s Lane you have driven via Par If parking blocking Planning issues l have noticed the flood wil you ter, Eas o roads, pavements wh idents e appeared in Thank you to vigilant res of parked cars which hav in & driveways. ent pm elo e dev hav ts new a den spotted that cycle lanes, now the stu d the che Thank you to the roa enc e of hav to term Henleaze appeared to the Halls for their last d t rne par s retu wa police who have lly ina orig to residents calls onto council land, which r. yea the been responding ool. s have been reported, ng cars. This is not car ndi se of Claremont Special Sch offe the of the e g etin Som s tick cer and ncil offi lists and this along with cyc to and I first reported this to cou e ger tim dan ice a pol are y of as the good use they began to parking ing ow for council foll ng the gni en in September 2016 and pai wh e cam can be don residents, I am that council ite eed wh agr d s soli wa tion to the a It is te. solu re t iga the nen If est inv restrictions apply. officers to sort a perma hin the new s from the cycle lane rsity. icle ive land had been used wit Un veh g the h idin wit div y m line gth ble pro started a len s, this can be e I can assist development and thus and no double yellow line If there is any council issu land, including ring can you e to contact itat and ice hes pol not process to dispose of the the do enforced by you with, please the Secretary of the from in s sion line k or mis low per ov.u yel ing ol.g ble ain rist dou obt 101. If there are me at cllr.liz.radford@b cess was recently car is parked, these the State for the sale. The pro ere wh . e 806 lan le 108 cyc 92 the 073 firmed that ncil traffic wardens finalised and it was con can be enforced by cou on its way as funds ations@ per g.o Cllr Liz Radford kin par ail money raised would be e-m and you can , which is fantastic ured ool ass n Sch bee ont e rem Henleaze Ward hav I & Cla r m to eve -Try due Westbury-on bristol.gov.uk how s will be carrying out vice news. ser g kin par t k tha tas l the fina This just leaves me with ceeds from the of ensuring that the pro
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News and views from our city councillors Keeping in touch s. The Letting Councillors know your view s Westbury Forum was on 17 April; issue discussed included: Crime levels fall compared to first ents quarter last year. The Police asked resid They s. door h porc lock to and nt to be vigila Council tax demands be rbed confirmed the local police station will I have had a number of residents distu hmead hospital in the Sout at g nd enin behi reop g fallin for r lette by a debt chasing Council summer. ts with Council Tax. I fully support the conParking services issued over 150 ticke chasing those who don’t pay but am village on bury West d visite they n ction whe colle cerned about aggressive debt year. year. If more than 150 occasions in the last three weeks into the new financial d raise ents Resid cars. and Flats let More e you have had a chasing letter, pleas ning plan of ber num a t abou concerns me know. ings to applications for conversion of build no parking spaces. with flats Potholes Arena delay. Questions were asked number The Council is overwhelmed by the t the repeated delays of the decision they abou but , iring of potholes that need repa Arena location and I explained that rted. the repo on are will only get on the list if they r has again put back his decision Mayo the and The potholes then get inspected the Arena will be built, it may be e re whe pleas on marked and eventually repaired. So efin can see decided May. This could have a huge report them on “Fix my Street”. You traffic and parking in our area. Why and on fect rted repo been dy alrea has if the issue reare we still waiting? d the Council should update you on the eLibrary delay. Questions were also aske nativ Alter it. est requ pair timescale if you bury Library, and West of e futur the t it. rt abou repo will I ly, email or phone me and r to deyes, we’re still waiting for the Mayo
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Enjoy the May Fair
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THE Redland May Fair returns to Redland Green on Bank Holiday Monday May 7 from 1 - 5pm. There will be lots to see and enjoy with a smorgasbord of stalls, live music, children's games and entertainment, and teas and refreshments. The Tennis Club, Redland Green Bowling Club and the Church Halls all welcome fair-goers on the afternoon and provide teas and refreshments plus you can visit the beautiful 18th century Redland Parish Church for some tranquillity away from the bustle of the event. The nominated charity for this year's collection is Freewheelers EVS which provides an out of hours and free of charge courier service to the NHS and is run entirely by volunteers.
PROPOSALS to introduce Sunday and bank holiday parking charges across all on street parking locations in the city centre have been announced by Bristol City Council. Changes are set to apply across all pay and display machines in the Central Parking Zone area. The proposals are intended to support the city’s seven-day economy as well as local retail and leisure businesses. More information can be found on the council’s website: https://www.bristol.gov.uk/streets-travel/trafficregulation-orders-tros Objections can be submitted until May 4 by emailing tro. comments@bristol.gov.uk or writing to Highways Service (100 TS), PO Box 3176, Bristol, BS3 9FS.
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Filtones raise £800 for Freewheelers
THE Filtones Choir chooses a charity each year and have been supporting the “Freewheelers” Blood Bikes during 2017/18. Alex Jones, a volunteer rider from that charity, was presented with a cheque for £800 by Filtones Chairman Michael Hensman, alongside Musical Director, Dr Fabian Huss. Their new charity for the coming year is going to be BRACE, who fund world class clinical and laboratory research into Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia to find better treatments, achieve earlier diagnosis and one day, a cure. The Filtones main concert supporting this charity will be on Friday 15 June at Eden Grove Methodist Church, Upper Horfield, at 7.30pm.
Mental health helpline for mums MOTHERS for Mothers are launching a new helpline service called Reach on Friday 4 May during Maternal Mental Health Week. A group of mothers from Bristol, who had recovered from post-natal depression and wished to help other woman going through the same, set up a peer support group in 1981 called Mothers for Mothers in a hospital room with just a telephone line and their intention to support others. Although the service provision has expanded to offer support via a counselling service, home visits and four peer support groups in different locations of the city, the telephone helpline has remained largely unchanged. With the support of the
CCG and in collaboration with Bristol Mindline the charity is now launching a new telephone service called Reach at Mothers for Mothers, to provide perinatal mental health support to women, their partners, family members and friends. It will enable women experiencing anxiety, depression, distress or isolation during pregnancy or after the birth of their baby to easily Reach out to the organisation for immediate support. The telephone helpline 0117 935 9366 is available from 10am to 9pm Monday to Friday and 8pm to Midnight Saturday and Sunday. There is a confidential “text line” available during office hours for those who feel more comfortable accessing ongoing support via text or WhatsApp.
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Successful carpet supplier and fitter opens new shop in Westbury-on-Trym
THE team at Lanes Carpets have been in the business for four decades and can offer a combination of choice for every style and budget, along with the highest standards in fitting and advice. The new shop will give customers the chance to see a huge range of carpets, tiles and laminates as well as having that important one-to-one conversation with the experts to help decide which option
would be best for their home. The family business is run by Jeff Lane, assisted by his daughter Jessica. Jeff said: “We understand that when it comes to carpeting and other floor coverings you have a lot of choices in Bristol and South Gloucestershire. “So we go the extra mile to make sure you have every reason to choose Lanes Carpets over the competition. Those reasons include: • Our unparalleled 4 decades of industry experience • Our unmatched variety with hundreds of styles to choose from • Our free home visit and estimation service • 15% off recommended retail prices on most flooring products • Extensive UK customer services. Lanes Carpets are based at 3 Carlton Court, Canford Lane, Westbury-on-Trym, Bristol BS9 3DF. Call on 0117 909 2678, email info@ lanescarpets.co.uk or visit www. lanescarpets.co.uk
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Bristolians represented in first national funeral tribute archive LOCAL humanist celebrants are immortalising the life stories of ordinary people from Bristol through a new initiative. Karen Partridge, Clare Hanson-Kahn and Chrissie Hackett are helping to create the first national online archive of funeral tributes, using the thousands of funerals conducted by Humanists UK celebrants each year. Humanist funerals and memorial services are becoming increasingly popular across the UK, with research published in 2016 showing that one in seven British people want a humanist funeral when they die. A humanist funeral offers a personal and fitting way to say goodbye to those who have lived without religion, Humanists UK has provided humanist funerals since the 1890s, pioneering the concept of a non-religious funeral. Famous people to have had Humanists UK funerals include Terry Pratchett, Victoria Wood, Ronnie Barker and Bob Monkhouse.
The Humanist Funeral Tribute Archive will be accessible through an online catalogue, and people from Bristol will soon be represented. Anyone who has a funeral conducted by a Humanists UK-accredited celebrant is eligible to have their story lodged in the Archive, with scripts submitted at the request of families. Photos are also being stored to give a full picture of the person who is being commemorated. Humanists UK estimates that as many as a million people could have tributes to add to the Archive from funerals conducted so far, and it expects the Archive to rapidly become a significant repository of life stories from the 20th century and beyond. Karen Partridge was inspired to become a humanist celebrant after the death of her father when she was young. She said: “My father was an atheist, and it was really important to our family that the person who led his funeral
Karen Partridge shared the same view. At the time, there just weren’t many humanist celebrants available and we had to go to the next county to find someone, which made me determined to become one at some point during my life. “I’ve been leading humanist funerals in Bristol since 2008 and I’ve learned so much about the lives of the people who have helped make the city the place it is now and whose lives tell its history. "It has been such a privilege, and with the launch of the Archive those lives and stories can be made available for future generations.” To view The Humanist Funeral Tribute Archive, visit: https://humanism.org.uk/ ceremonies/funeral-tribute-archive/
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IME really does fly when you’re having fun. With Easter under our belts, we’re now heading straight to summer and the first anniversary of my election. I’ll be sending an annual report and survey over the summer, but in the meantime you can read the highlights from the first quarter of 2018 by visiting this link: https://mailchi. mp/5eccf59236ab/2018q1 Your Voice in Parliament I’ve continued to raise concerns in Parliament about the hostile takeover of GKN by Melrose. Airbus (GKN’s largest customer) has said it can’t work with a business-like Melrose. In response to widespread concerns, Melrose has said it will keep GKN in North Bristol for the next five years – this is not long enough and local jobs must be protected. I am continuing to urge the Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Secretary Greg Clark to intervene and stop one of our largest employers (and one of our oldest businesses) being split up and sold off for a quick profit. Many of you have contacted me to offer support after I signed a cross-party letter to
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We need to unite on NHS the Prime Minister asking for a Parliamentary Commission to be set-up on Health and Social Care. This follows the joint letter I signed in November 2017, which asked for a cross-party approach to the NHS – which I know tops the list of many of your national concerns. We need the government to break the political deadlock, move away from blaming the situation on flu or winter demand (as is happening every year), and look to form a realistic approach to increasing resources to address current demand and longterm funding. To avoid delay the cross-party commission should report back before Easter 2019. The proposed green paper solely assessing social care of older adults will not resolve the wider NHS crisis - without action and assessment of health and social care as one entity patients will see a decline in services – this is totally unacceptable. I know many of you are as concerned as I am about the security of our personal data following reports on Cambridge Analytica and the alleged illegal campaign methods of Leave.EU during the Brexit referendum. During a speech in the House, I asked the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport to give the Information Commissioner’s Office the support they need to work with the Electoral Commission and Financial Conduct Authority so they can follow both the money and the data. My work on the Data Protection Committee has now come to an end but rest assured I will be following these matters closely and championing data security and privacy rights at every opportunity. Your Champion in Bristol I am sure we’d all agree our local NHS staff should be praised for their hard work under very challenging circumstances. As the NHS approaches its 70th birthday, I’ve made several nominations to the NHS70 Parliamentary Awards. I’ve nominated Southmead’s A and E team for their excellence in emergency care, North Bristol Trust’s Colorectal Cancer team for excellence in cancer care, Southmead’s Hospital@night team for ensuring round-the-
clock care and InterAct Stroke Support for their work in Reading Clinics to support stroke patients overcome mental health issues. I’ve also continued my conversations with Bristol City Council about getting some resolution to the pick up and drop off congestion around Redmaids High School. The principal is committed to finding a solution, and I have suggested some measures that could help whilst we wait for potential planning permissions for a more permanent solution. And finally, I’d like to wish Councillor Clare Campion-Smith a happy retirement after 12 years serving residents across Henleaze and (more recently) Westbury-on-Trym. Clare has been a great local councillor and it was a pleasure to run (and lose!) together as parliamentary candidates in Bristol North West at the 2015 General Election. Thanks to everyone who joined the April ‘Pub Politics’ at The Eastfield Inn in Henleaze. It was so popular that it took me a while to get round every table, but it was great to have such a lively and wide-ranging debate. If you fancy an informal chat about local or national policy issues, then please reserve your free ticket at a pub or café politics event: www.darren-jones. co.uk/pubpolitics or www.darren-jones.co.uk/ cafepolitics As ever, if you’d like to keep in touch with what I’m up to please sign up to my newsletter at www.darren-jones.co.uk or check out my Facebook Page (www.facebook. com/darrenjonesmp) or Twitter (www.twitter. com/darrenpjones). You can also tune in on Wednesday nights at 19:30 for my weekly Facebook Live from Westminster. And if you’d like to book an appointment at my local surgery, or want me to come to a local event, then please get in touch with my office. Darren Jones MP Member of Parliament Bristol North West "Your voice in Parliament. Your champion in Bristol."
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Our city must be Sugar Smart THIS month saw the introduction of the Government’s Soft Drink Industry Levy, meaning producers of sugary drinks will now pay a levy. In response to this many companies have already begun to reduce the sugar content in their products which may help consumers to make healthier choices. It is good that we are starting to see serious national action on this issue. In Bristol we have already been working hard to make sure people know what is in their food and drinks. Through our Sugar Smart campaign, which we launched last year in partnership with the Jamie Oliver Food Foundation, we have been working with partners from around the city to raise awareness about how much sugar is in our food and drinks. The levy will help to get the programme’s message across that too much sugar is proven to be bad for your health. I’d like to thank all the organisations who’ve been helping us to spread the message for their support as we continue to promote health and wellbeing. I was pleased that Cllr Helen Holland, my cabinet lead for Adult Social Care, brought a report to our Cabinet meeting on our ‘Better Lives’ approach to social care. The paper set out how we’re tackling the well-documented
national crisis in social care at a local level in Bristol. This comprehensive programme, not just papering over the cracks, is systematically transforming and improving the way care is delivered in Bristol. Historically, Bristol relied on the use of residential care much more than comparative cities. This is a very expensive approach, so strengthening the community offer (‘social prescribing’) and stabilising the home care market, including raising the hourly rate we pay, mean reductions in admissions to residential homes are already beginning to pay off. This month we also launched a consultation on proposals to improve Bristol city centre. This ‘City Centre Framework’ consultation is asking for views on how people access and move around the city centre, the size and shape of new development and how the public spaces could be enhanced. Bristol’s city centre has changed dramatically over the years so to ensure it continues to be successful we need to be proactively shaping its development. Easing congestion and connecting the city are two main focuses, alongside supporting retail and creating inclusive and safe spaces. There are many demands for the space which need to be balanced to meet the needs
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n NEWS BRISTOL’S collection of over 1,200 music sets and scores will remain in the city after an agreement was reached between Bristol Music Trust and Bristol’s Library Service. The news comes following original plans to transfer its music sets to other libraries or facilities outside the city. It will be a relief for campaigners who were keen to see the culturally significant collection stay within Bristol. Bristol Music Trust, which runs Colston Hall and the city's music education hub Bristol Plays Music, will hold the collection
Music collection to stay in city at its Southmead Music Hub and will make it available to a new audience, including students and children. Groups wishing to hire sets will also have the option to use the subscription service based at the Performing Arts Library in Yeovil, as well as facilities in other neighbouring authorities and commercial organisations. Councillor Asher Craig, Deputy Mayor
with responsibility for libraries, said: “We are delighted to have reached an agreement with Bristol Music Trust to keep these valuable assets in Bristol. “We listened to the campaigners who were very clear that they wanted to see these sets stay in Bristol, and we are grateful to Bristol Music Trust for working with us to allow them to remain accessible to music groups.”
Police station set to open at hospital THE Westbury Community Forum was held on 18 April and attended by approximately 35 residents. Police Update PCSOs Katie White and Charlotte Thompson attended and they confirmed that PC Steven Harding had been appointed as the new Beat Manager. PCSO Zaheer Bulbul, who had attended many previous Forums, has now moved on to Gloucester Constabulary as a PC. It was confirmed that the new location for Southmead Police Station would be on the Southmead Hospital site. Crime statistics presented indicated a drop in reported offences - in particular burglaries - when compared with the same quarter last year. A large proportion of this reduction could be attributed to the arrest and detention of one serial offender who specialised in stealing items from unsecured porches. Residents were advised to keep any porch areas secure at
all times. A number of thefts of lead from roofs and bay windows had increased lately and property owners were advised not to make access easy for thieves. The police have advised the Co-op store in Stoke Lane on measures to reduce the probability of aggravated crime. Also, a security guard had been employed by the store. The recent installation of some planters as “temporary” traffic calming measures in Hilsdon Road was raised and it was confirmed that the legality of the installations was being pursued with the Council. Revised Policy for Allocation of CIL Funds Many concerns were raised as to what local projects from the Westbury & Henleaze Ward could be considered for funding from money paid by developers. The three submissions from the ex-NP3 councillors for consideration in this year’s funding round are: • Transport Safety Issues
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Parking Violations Cllr Gollop outlined the statistics that he had received from parking Services for the number of visits they made and the number of tickets issued. The consensus of those present was that the number of visits was insufficient to cover the gross violations that were frequently observed and Cllr Gollop agreed to feed these views back to Parking Services.
Westbury Library Malcolm Neave reported that little or no progress had been made with securing the longterm future of our local library. It would appear that Bristol’s Mayor is still intent on pursuing his original closure programme.
Planning Applications Concerns were raised about the number of local Planning Applications that made no provision for any off-street parking. This was particularly relevant in the centre of the village, where commercial premises were being converted into flats – plus the Application to redevelop the ex-JC Decaux site to accommodate two small semi-detached houses. The latter also proposed the removal
Future Plans for Bristol’s City Centre BCC is consulting on the framework for redeveloping its city centre. Residents are encouraged to contribute to the consultation via https:// bristol.citizenspace.com/ growth-regeneration/city-centreframework/consult_view/ before the closing date of 14 May. Forum Committee Members Additional residents are invited to help support the on-going activities of this Forum. Anybody interested is requested to contact the chairmen at wotforum@ gmail.com
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State-of-the-art care home specialising in dementia care opens in Redland GLENVIEW Care home offers round the clock personalised care for individuals living with dementia. This new state -of- the- art home will be officially opened on June 4th by Her Majesty’s Deputy Lord Lieutenant, Mrs Susan Davies BEM DL. and the new Lord Mayor of Bristol, Councillor Cleo Lake. Based at No’s 8/9 Belvedere Road, Redland, the new home offers the very best of modern interventions and accepted therapies that are proven to improve the quality of life for people with dementia. Alongside this, both Glenview and its sister home Meadowcare also have a fully integrated system in place to support families offering the very best of high end care for those living with dementia. Hydrotherapy baths, a sensory room, music therapy, light therapy and a range of complementary therapies such as reflexology and massage are just part of the
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NOW OPEN Glenview Dementia Care Home – Bristol’s newest, state-of-the-art, dementia care facility. Located in the heart of Redland, just a short walk away from the Downs. Members of the local community who would like to view the home are welcome to join us at our community open day which takes place on the 17th May. We are serving afternoon tea between 4.00pm & 6.00pm, and evening drinks and canapés between 7.00 & 8.45 pm. Places are on a first-come first-served basis. Please RSVP by May 14th to enquiries@meadowcare.co.uk or call 0117 973 4910 and indicate whether you would like afternoon or evening.
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Local shoppers encouraged to reduce plastic pollution by Keri Beckingham TIRIEL Lovejoy from Shirehampton is hoping to educate people on the issues of plastic pollution. The issue of single use plastics is something that has really hit the headlines in recent months, following the success of documentaries such as Blue Planet which showcased the impact that plastic islands are having on the world’s oceans and wildlife. 12 billion tonnes of plastic waste are dumped in our oceans each year, with the coast off Bali in Indonesia being particularly badly affected. This problem is something that Tiriel is especially concerned about, and he has been inspired to try to make a change as a result. Tiriel, who has lived in Bristol for 25 years since moving here for university, lives in Shirehampton with his wife and two young children. He has been
vegan all of his life and combined with his career working in food retail for supermarkets like Aldi and Iceland, the issue of plastic pollution and food ethics is something that is very important to him. At the start of this year, Tiriel read about the UK’s first zero waste food shop in Totnes and was inspired to open one of his own. Preserve Foods, which will be located near to Fig and 212 Gallery will be the first zero waste food shop in North Bristol, and the second in Bristol overall. The main concept of zero waste food shops is that a range of products are sold without packaging. Things like cereals, pulse, grains, pasta, oils, vinegars, herbs and spices, nuts, baking ingredients, as well as home wares such as washing liquid and floor cleaner are bought in bulk by the shop owner and available for customers to decant into their own containers
in store. At Preserve Foods, paper bags, fabric bags, glass jars and bottles will also be available for people to buy if containers are needed. The store will only sell ambient goods to start with as products like juice and milk are difficult to buy in bulk, but Tiriel has said that they will have a way for people to buy nuts in store and turn these into nut milks if desired. Speaking about his plans for Preserve Foods, he said: “Gloucester Road is a great, vibrant area, with a fantastic community and lots of support. I feel like it will be the perfect location with us, offering residents a complete food shopping experience with a bakery, butchers and green grocers all located along the same stretch. “I’m by no means the master of all things zero waste, and I haven’t lived a zero waste
lifestyle all my life, but I want to help people learn as my family learns too. Food shopping is something that is really natural to me, based on my experience of working for supermarkets, and I’m excited about doing something positive for the environment at the same time.” The store, which will be located at 208 Gloucester Road Central, plans to open for business in June. Tiriel also plans to sell none food products such as bamboo toothbrushes and stainless steel straws to help people move away from using single use plastics, and choose multi use products that are biodegradable and recyclable instead. To find out more about Preserve Foods and to keep up to date with their opening plans, visit their Facebook page: https://www. facebook.com/PreserveFoods-345050065971393/
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Health & Well-being Fair is coming to Bristol THE Bristol Health & Wellbeing Fair is coming to our city in a bid to encourage living well at all stages of life. The Health and Well-being fair will be taking place on Saturday 9th June, between 10am -4pm at Double Tree Hilton, Redcliffe in Bristol. This event will be highlighting a number of initiatives that will encourage health, wellness, fitness and overall wellbeing to the people of Bristol. Spire Bristol Hospital and St Peter’s Hospice are proud to be working together to bring this event to Bristol. There will be a number of talks throughout the day on a variety of health topics. These sessions will be hosted by Consultant specialists from Spire Bristol Hospital and will cover a variety of health topics that may be of interest to you. These leading Bristol based consultants, many who work with the NHS, are inviting you to listen to their advice and welcome you with the opportunity to ask questions surrounding your health.
Designated talks will include the following topics: • Women’s Health (Pelvic Floor and Incontinence) • Men’s Health (Prostate Concerns, toilet urges) • Irritable Bowl Syndrome (IBS) • Knee Pain • Back Pain • Hip Pain • Heart Problems • Breast Cancer • Hernia Concerns • Skin - moles, benign skin lesions and skin cancer The day will highlight some of what Bristol has to offer in the realm of Health & Wellbeing services, initiatives or products that will encourage health, wellness, fitness and overall wellbeing for all. A variety of exhibitor’s stalls & workshops will be available to explore, all to encourage living well at all stages of life. The first 500 visitors through the door will receive a fantastic Spire Bristol shopping bag packed full of relevant information & samples, including delicious tea samples
from Pukka Herbs! All donations raised from these talks and others on the day will benefit the St Peter’s Hospice Room to Care Appeal. To learn more about Bristol’s only adult hospice and their appeal, visit www.roomtocare.co.uk Due to limited space in each talk the organisers are asking attendee to book places onto a
each talk prior to the fair. Although everyone is welcome to explore the exhibitor stalls. To book your place, please visit either the St Peter’s Hospice website (www. stpetershospice.org.uk) or Spire Bristol Hospital website (www. spirebristol.com) and sign up to a talk via the Eventbrite booking platform.
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n NEWS BRISTOL raised dancer Jennie Marshall returned to her home city in April in a remarkable new production of the famous story of Scheherazade and 1001 Nights. The show, which sold out at Sadler’s Wells, was performed at the 1532 Performing Arts Centre at Bristol Grammar School on Saturday 21 April and featured Jennie in a number of roles. The production, by London based Company of Dreams, uses a powerful fusion of dance styles, including belly dance, jazz and contemporary, plus fire artistry, illusion and heart stopping lifts. Jennie’s experience in belly dance, which she began training in as a teenager in Bristol, gained her a coveted role in the production. Jennie was educated at Redland High School for Girls. At the age of fifteen she was captivated by a Prince video featuring a belly dancer and decided she had to learn to belly dance. She joined Jacqui Jamal’s class in Bristol where she learned the ancient art for many years and, a result fell
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in love with Arabic dance and culture. A degree in Arabic from Manchester and a year in Cairo cemented that passion. Jennie continued her dance training when she moved to
London after university and has been with Company of Dreams since its formation in 2014. This is the company’s first UK tour and Jennie was thrilled that the first stop was her home city. She
said the production is perfect for open hearted, culture loving Bristolians. “I loved growing up in Bristol because of the diversity and openness to new and exciting arts and culture,” says Jennie. “I know Bristol will love this production because it’s so rich and culturally diverse. It’s really thrilling too – it’s an amazing story which takes the audience on an emotional journey. People actually gasped out loud at times when we performed it at Sadler’s Wells.” The show tells the story of the brave and resourceful Scheherazade, who saves the lives of the women of the land by telling magical stories to a vengeful king. The stories she tells, such as Sinbad, Ali Baba, and Aladdin have captivated people around the world for centuries.
Dad Chris cycles to Paris to thank hospital staff who saved his daughter’s life A DAD is saying thank you to hospital staff who saved his daughter’s life by cycling from Bristol to Paris. Chris Dean, from Southville, will be cycling 430km to the French capital, leaving Ashton Court on Friday May 4, along with a group of almost 60 cyclists. The ride is organised by Above & Beyond, the charity for Bristol’s nine city centre hospitals, and the money raised will go towards a new 3D ultrasound scanner for St Michael’s Hospital. Chris’s daughter Imogen, who is just eight months old, was saved by staff at the hospital before she was born. Chris said: “Imogen's condition was spotted because her heart was very enlarged when we went for a routine 20-week scan. We saw a heart specialist that day, who referred us to the fetal medicine team right away. “The doctors diagnosed fetal anaemia, and performed a blood transfusion by inserting a needle through my wife Cath’s stomach and into a tiny vein in Imogen’s tummy, guided by images on the
ultrasound scanner.” Imogen had the transfusion when Cath was just 21 weeks into her pregnancy. Chris said: “All the team stayed late to do the transfusion so we knew it was pretty serious. Imogen was so small and it seems incredible to me that they managed to get a needle and blood into her tiny body. “It was a really nervewracking time, especially the few days after the transfusion as we had no idea how Imogen would take it. The doctors and midwives were unbelievably supportive throughout.” Imogen was born last September. Chris said: “I felt so relieved that she was finally in the outside world and with us after we'd come so close to losing her. She’s growing up to be a very happy little girl, and we’ll always be incredibly grateful to the wonderful team at St Michael’s.” Now Chris will take on the ride to Paris – cycling 430km in just four days. The consultant who performed the transfusion, Tim Overton, is also taking part in this year’s challenge – on the back of a tandem!
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Parents Cath and Chris Dean with surgeon Tim Overton (holding baby Imogen) The 3D ultrasound scanner will provide greater diagnostic accuracy for fetal imagery, vital for conducting in-utero procedures. Amy Barnard-Smith, community fundraising officer for Above & Beyond, said: “It’s only thanks to the support of our
fundraisers that we can continue to go above and beyond for Bristol’s hospitals. Every penny really does count and the 3D scanner will be invaluable to St Michael’s Hospital.” To donate go to: https:// b2p2018.everydayhero.com/uk/ chris-1
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Driving ambition for Filton golfers Can you tell us your name and a bit about your professional background? I have been lucky to have been involved in sport all of my life. Firstly, as a professional football player (Oldham Athletic and Rochdale) then as a sports administrator in Hong Kong and the USA. I decided to move back to the UK with my partner in August 2017 as she is studying for her Professional Doctorate at UWE. What were your first impressions of the club? It is a great club. I have found the people to be very friendly and they care about their club. There is a solid foundation of members and staff and all are looking forward, which is great news. What is your role? I am the Managing Secretary and head up the running of the club on
We speak to Ian McMahon, the recently appointed managing secretary of Filton Golf Club, about his plans the drinks you buy, and we are also in the process of adding a new menu. On the course we are in the process of putting a plan together to improve what we already have.
a daily basis. This includes fiduciary responsibility as well as retaining and attracting new members, and handling marketing, events and all of the aspects of running a successful golf club. What are your plans for the development of the club? It is really two aspects. One is to improve on what we already do in and around the clubhouse, with such things as events, catering and
How important is it to attract younger players and how will you do it? I am very passionate about this and we have recently added ‘Free Golf’ for the children, grandchildren and even great grandchildren of members and also brand new members. This is from young ages all the way up to 18 years old. There will be lots of coaching classes with our professional coaches and key volunteers, and once they are ready they can progress to play on the course.
What are the best features of Filton Golf Club? We are a year round club. We pride ourselves on being able to play on the regular greens as much as possible and on a course which is the go to course when others close. We are a progressive club. I think we have made great strides in the past six months and are looking to build on the legacy of previous members and some great people who have led the club and got it to where it is today, but we understand that golf is changing and as such we need to adapt. With this we are encouraging everyone to try golf. It is not all about just hitting a ball around, it’s about developing lifelong friendships and being part of a community.
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Work to start on Redland High School redevelopment by Keri Beckingham REDEVELOPMENT work is set to begin at Redland High School as planning permission has now been granted. The building on Redland Court Road was previously home to Redland High School for Girls until it merged with Redmaids’ High School in Westbury-onTrym in September 2017. As previously reported, Kersfield Developments Ltd submitted plans to turn the Grade II listed Redland Court and its land into 44 flats and houses, as well as carry out an internal and external restoration project. Following this, Kersfield was granted approval by Bristol City Council, subject to conditions being met, after last-minute amendments were made to the plans to include five apartments that would be sold under the shared ownership scheme. Speaking of plans for the project receiving approval, Alex
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Fielden-Cook, development manager for Kersfield said: “After 130 years as a school, we’re delighted to be going ahead with plans to restore the Redland High School site for residential use once more – ensuring Redland Court is protected into the future. “We are very proud and excited by the mix and variety of units we have planned across the site, ranging in style from a Georgian Palladian garden apartment to modern three-
storey townhouses. “In addition to making a financial contribution for the development of further affordable housing elsewhere in the city, we listened to feedback from councillors and amended the proposals to include five shared ownership homes in the Victorian former art building.” Commenting on redevelopment of Redland High School, Martin Fodor, Green Party Councillor for Redland Ward said: “It’s good news that
work is anticipated on this site at last. "Redevelopment will protect much of the historic character of the famous Redland Court which was recently researched by the Redland and Cotham Amenities Society. “At an early stage we were warned that the restoration work could make affordable housing unviable. But the council has taken a more robust approach recently, I’m glad to say, and challenged the developer to provide some on site AND offer funds for more in the city. "This ensures a more mixed choice of homes in our area, plus extra affordable homes elsewhere.” Kersfield has said that as part of the project, the 1960s sports hall and east wing will be demolished and Redland Court will be restored. In addition, it is envisaged that the work will be completed in approximately 18 months, and that the housing units will be released in phases.
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n HEALTH ADVICE course at the park. Be realistic As parents we can be very invested in our children’s successes and about what we think they should be achieving physically by a certain age. Just because your child has turned seven, it doesn’t mean that they will automatically know how to ride their bike. Start your child on learning specific skills at the stage that they are at, and build on their skills in stages. Bike riding starts with being able to push your bike in a straight line…
Coordinating kids Some children take a while to develop their strength and coordination. Rachel White, Community Paediatric Occupational Therapist (OT), whose role involves helping children develop their ability to do everyday tasks, suggests lots of things parents can do to help their little one become mightier. Play to your child’s strengths Use what you know your child loves, and what they are good at, to help them to work on activities that they find more challenging. For example, a superhero obstacle
Be patient Children can feel nervous for all sorts of reasons and additional pressure can be counterproductive. Give your child plenty of opportunities to practise emerging skills. Frequent, regular bursts of the same activity will help them to develop and master skills. Pushing children too far too soon can lead to avoidance and resistance. A different, familiar adult can often provide a fresh perspective, so involve others in helping your child. Praise, praise, praise Praising effort is as important as praising achievement, if not more
so! Celebrate the small successes and they will soon add up to big ones. Get involved Children love seeing their parents having a go. Show them how to hold the skipping rope, how to swing your arms when jumping, or how to move your body on the swing. Make it fun Persevering with a tricky activity can be challenging and tiring so be creative and take the emphasis off the task. The beach provides many opportunities for physical activities: run races, set up a long jump competition, play bat and ball games, draw a line with a stick and balance on it: the possibilities are endless! Remember, physical activities give children so much more than the obvious health benefits: they provide opportunities to develop play with peers, listening, turn taking and problem solving and the chance to test out leadership skills. Rachel has written a new book for parents and professionals
called Helping Children to Improve Their Gross Motor Skills: The Stepping Stones Curriculum. The programme helps young people with coordination difficulties to master basic skills and develop their sporting ability. To order, visit jkp.com/uk/catalog/product/view/ id/35385 Our Community Paediatric OT service is part of the Community Children’s Health Partnership, which Bristol Community Health provides with other local organisations. The partnership also offers speech and language therapy, physiotherapy, health visiting, school nursing and mental healthcare. http://cchp.nhs.uk/ cchp/what-cchp / 0117 440 9000.
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n WHAT’S ON IN OUR AREA May 2 n Henleaze Garden Club – Ornamental Shrubs and Trees Tony Russell Tony is a forester and wrote ‘The Complete Book of Trees’. He will give us many ideas on what to plant in a garden. Main Hall, St Monica’s Trust, Cote Lane. 7pm for 7.30 start. Visitors welcome (£5, inc refreshments) www. henleazegardenclub.co.uk May 8 n The Somerdale Railway & Rebuilding the Fry’s Sentinel’ presented by Eric Miles Where: BAWA, 589 Southmead Road, BRISTOL, BS34 7RG. When: Tuesday 8th May 7:30 for 7:45 pm. The meeting is open to all and there is no admission charge, but a suggested donation of £3 to help defray expenses is appreciated. Contact: Dave Winter 01454 324230. May 16 n Please join Welsh National Opera Friends At Redmaids High School for a very special evening with members of the WNO chorus. We celebrate the 50th anniversary of the WNO’s first performance in Bristol and the 40th Birthday Of the Bristol and West branch.
tickets £15 to include a glass of wine can be obtained from Margaret Borkowski in advance or at the door Margaret’s email: Borkmail@googlemail.com May 17 n Henleaze Ladies Choir Spring Concert is at St Peter's Church Hall, Henleaze, on Thursday 17th May at 2pm. Refreshments will follow, and there will be a retiring collection in aid of Bristol Autism Support. May 21 n Senior Film Club. Monday 21 May at 2pm A Royal Night Out 12A The 2015 British romantic comedydrama directed by Julian Jarrold. Starring Sarah Gadon as a young Princess Elizabeth, who with Princess Margaret (Bel Powley) ventures out of Buckingham Palace to enjoy the VE Day celebration. At St Peter’s Church Hall, Henleaze. Refreshments: £3.00 Easy access, carers welcome. For more information please ring Home Instead Senior Care 0117 989 8210. May 24 n Avon Organic Group The local group for everyone interested in organic growing and organic foods. Talk "Seed Saving
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Made Simple: what gardeners can do to help secure genetic diversity of food" with Adam Alexander. Plus our annual Plant Sale. Bring along your surplus seedlings/ plants & buy more to fill those gaps! 7pm – 9pm at The Station (in the Dance Studio), Silver Street, Bristol. BS1 2AG. All welcome. Visitors £5 / AOG Members £2. www.groworganicbristol.org / secretaryaog@gmail.com June 30 n Westbury Park Art 10.30 - 5PM. The Westbury Park Fair returns again as part of the Westbury Park Festival 2018. There will be 18 artists showing and selling their Arts and Crafts. Also there will be live music throughout the day, including the Gaswork Singers. Tea and homemade cakes will be served and the proceeds will be given to local charities. So please do come along for an enjoyable day out. Venue; Methodist Church Hall, North View, Westbury Park, BS6 7QB.
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n WHAT'S ON Sue on 01179502826. n Canford Bowling Club, Canford Park, Westbury On Trym. All welcome on Monday’s at 5.45pm. Flat-soled shoes please. Further information call 01179 69 4532. n Redland Wind Band rehearses at the Quakers Meeting Room on Gloucester Road at 7.30pm. We sometimes have vacancies, currently mainly for bass instruments, horns and percussionists. Contact Andy Brown at redlandwindband@ googlemail.com or on 07594240269 or via our website www. redlandwindband.co.uk. Get in touch to be put on our mailing list or would like to book us for events or fundraisers. n Redland Green Choir meets for rehearsals every Monday 7.30pm9.30pm at Redland Green School. We sing a wide variety of music. New members welcome: no auditions. For more information, visit www.rgscommunitychoir. wordpress.com or phone 0117 9443042. n City Voices Bristol welcomes new members. A friendly mixed voice local choir singing a wide range of music rehearses at 7.30pm-9.30pm at Red Maids School. No previous experience and no auditions, just come along for a trial rehearsal. For more details contact the Secretary at members@cityvoicesbristol.com or visit www.cityvoicesbristol.com n RAFA, City of Bristol branch and club Eastfield Westbury on Trym for ex-RAF and associate members. Skittle Ally, parties and functions. Live entertainment on Saturday evenings. Open Monday to Saturday lunchtimes and evenings. Sundays noon till 5pm. All enquiries telephone 0117 3291913. n Trinity Henleaze Ladies Guild meet fortnightly on Mondays at 7.30 pm in the Leonard Hall, Waterford Road. All welcome. For more information call Jenny Rich on 01179620108 n Senior Film Club, every third
Monday in the month at 2pm in St Peter's Hall, The Drive, Henleaze, BS9 4LD. All Welcome. Refreshments £3. Dial-a-ride transport possible by personal arrangement ; 0845 130 1875. n Bristol Good Afternoon Choir At Trinity-Henleaze URC. Every Monday 2-4pm (not in school holidays). www.goodafternoonchoir.org 01761 472468 n Redland Green Bowls Club welcomes new members, come along to our club on Redland green any Monday after 4pm , or book a free taster session with one of our qualified coaches. Jean or Gerry :Tel 9624466 . HALF price membership for the first year (£50) n Henleaze Bowling Club welcomes new Members. Come along to our free Coaching sessions at 6pm on Monday evenings (excluding Bank Holidays) to see if the sport is for you. Phone the Secretary, Tom Logan, on 01179621669 for further details. n The Arts Society Bristol is for those who enjoy the arts and welcomes new members. Activities include monthly lectures by specialists in their field, at 8pm in University of Bristol School of Chemistry, BS8 1TS . More information on our website www. theartssociety-bristol.org.uk n Discussion Group: we are a small, convivial group who meet locally at 10am - 12 noon every Monday to discuss a wide range of topics of mutual interest. We are currently looking for new members - if you are interested please call Bob Broomfield on 0117 962 1061, or Alan Routledge on 0117 968 2246 for more information. n Morris dance class for Fitness and Fun. Small friendly group, live music. No performance element. No partner or experience needed. Horfield URC Muller Road 7.158.15pm £5 per session ffi Kim 07813346819 email dancword2@ yahoo.co.uk
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n Bristol Bridge Club - Come and play, there are daily bridge sessions for experienced and less experienced players. Try a free taster session on a Monday afternoon or evening and Wednesday afternoon. Phone the club before coming, Tel.0117 929 1846 or www. bristolbridgeclub.co.uk Tuesday n Bristol Brunel Lions Club – We meet at Shirehampton Golf Club on the first Tuesday of every month at 7 for 7.30 and on the 3rd Tuesday of each month we have a social gathering normally with food. We raise money for charity both locally and beyond through a variety of indoor and outdoor activities. See Bristol Brunel Lions Club on line or contact our Club Secretary Bill O’Neill at lion.bill@virginmedia.com n Westbury Walkers- Meet at Meet outside the Co-op in Westbury @ 9.20am on a Tuesday morning. New Walkers welcome! Please contact for further details: Jean Maish on 0117 3301194/07789741892, email jmaish@blueyonder.co.uk or Mary Ford mobile 07779448090 home 0117 9824623 n Alcoholics Anonymous meet at the Methodist Church in WoT every Tuesday @ 7.30pm n Ladies badminton at Westburyon-Trym Village Hall, 9.45 to 12 noon. Tel 0117 909 1714. n Scottish Country Dancing. Get fit and have fun with Westbury Scottish Club. Classes for beginners at Leonard Hall, Trinity-Henleaze URC, Waterford Road, Henleaze, (Tel: Maggie 01934 838175). Classes for more advanced dancers at St Peter's Church Hall, Henleaze, (Tel: Cheryl 0117 4012416). 7.30 to 9.30 pm. Details at wscbristol.co.uk. n The Mosaic Singers are a compact group but would like to grow our line-up with an additional Soprano, Alto,Tenor and Bass. One of each would be great. We rehearse in Stoke Bishop on Tuesday evenings, where a warm and friendly welcome is assured. In you would like to find out more, please phone David Vicary on 0797 346 0994. n Melody Makers Baby Friendly Choir. A fun and friendly daytime choir for ladies with babies and toddlers. Tuesday 10:30-11:30am during term time at The Eastfield Inn, Henleaze Road. Membership only. Book a FREE taster - www. melodymakerschoir.co.uk n St Peters of Henleaze Keep fit group would like to invite you to attend their weekly sessions every Tuesday at 9.30am. This is a men only group of 60+ year olds who enjoy regular exercise taken by fitness Professional Natasha Johnson for only £4 per session. Please contact Keith Bonham on 01179684972 or just turn up.
n Dance Fit, Tuesdays 12-1pm at St Peters Church Hall, The Drive, Henleaze. A fun fitness class with dance steps from salsa, cha cha, swing etc. Variety of music, 60's-80's, Latin, Pop, Big Band, World & more! No experience needed. Wear fitness clothes/trainers. FFI tel Cressida 0117 9391672/07808 581739. n Ladies Badminton group, Tuesday afternoons, at Stoke Bishop Villiage Hall 2pm - 4pm. Friendly group all ages, and ability ( men welcome) Just turn up or contact Pat 0117 9149511 n River of Life Christian Centre, Trym Road, WoT every Tuesday from 2-4 pm we have a tea, coffee and cake with a few games thrown in for retired age people. Free of charge. n We are Westbury Folk – Folk/ Country Dancing. We meet at The College in College Road, Westbury on Trym. We meet on Tuesdays, 1 – 3 pm to have fun, get some exercise and, of course, stop for a cup of tea. All dances are called first. Ffi call Christine on 0117 9622223. n The Arts Society Bristol is for those who enjoy the arts and welcomes new members. Activities include lectures by specialists in their field. From September the lectures will be on the second Tuesday each month at Redmaids' High School BS9 3AW. More information is on our website www. theartssociety-bristol.org.uk n A new knitting and crochet group has been set up in the local area. All abilities welcome, including beginners. 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month, 10:30 am at JP Destiny, Kellaway Avenue. 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, 7:00 pm at The Eastfield Inn, Henleaze Road.
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n Why not join Welsh National Opera friends? We support this world class company and everyone is very Welcome to join. We offer:monthly evening meetings at redmaids high school. Monthly on wednesdays at 7.15pmthese are talks with music. Costs- £7.00 (friends £5.00) students £1.00 - There are many other benefits. For further information contact: Margaret borkowski:borkmail@gmail. com
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n WHAT'S ON Contact Stephanie Toft-Jones at poppytoft@hotmail.com or visiting our facebook group 'Bristol Knitting and Crochet.
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n Henleaze Townswomen’s Guild meet at St Peter’s Church Hall, Henleaze on the first Wednesday of the month (except Aug) from 7.15pm. Call Shirley Phillips on 0117 962 2243 for further details. n Local Winemaking & Social Club meets at the Common Room, Studland Court Elderly peoples residents on Henleaze Road from 8pm to 10pm on the second Wednesday of each month. They are a small and friendly group looking for new members. Evening include wine making, tasting and social events. Call Paul Johnson for further details on 0117 9508370. n Zumba Gold/Light (lower impact class) at Westbury-onTrym Village Hall, 5.30pm. www. bristoldancezumba.co.uk. n In Step Widows and Widowers Club meets weekly from 8-10pm at Stoke Bishop Village Hall. Call 9628895 orDonna on 01275 832676 for details. n St Peter's Ladies Guild meets in the hall, The Drive, Henleaze at 2pm on the third Wednesday of the month. Speakers, refreshments, outings. Contact 9628895 for more information. n Why not join Welsh National Opera friends? We support this world class company and everyone is very Welcome to join. We offer:monthly evening meetings at redmaids high school. Monthly on wednesdays at 7.15pm-these are talks with music. Costs- £7.00 (friends £5.00) students £1.00 - There are many other benefits. For further information contact: Margaret borkowski:borkmail@gmail.com n Bristol Cabot Probus Club for retired and semi-retired professional and business men to maintain contact and fellowship with people of similar interests. Group meets third Wednesday of each month at BAWA Club in Southmead Rd. Lunch is followed by a guest speaking on a wide range of interesting subjects. In June and December ladies join us for the lunch. Extensive programme of social events including holidays, day trips, Sunday lunches and skittles to which ladies are welcomed. We are principally a social meeting place and not based on charitable activities. Contact John Howard-Cairns for more details: 0117 968 3134.
n Henleaze Garden Club meet on the first Wednesday of each month in the Main Hall, St. Monica’s Trust, Cote Lane. Doors open 7pm for 7.30 start. Visitors are welcome: entry £5 (inc. refreshments). Details: www. henleazegardenclub.co.uk n Knitnatterstitch. Term time, Wednesdays 9.30 -11.30@the Coffee Bar, Trinity-Henleaze United Reformed Church, Waterford Road, Henleaze. Please contact Paula at knitnatterstitch@gmail.com for details. n North West Bristol Camera Club are an enthusiastic group of amateur photographers who meet each Wednesday at 7:45pm at Westbury Fields, Greystoke Avenue. New members of any level of ability are most welcome. For details contact Pete on 07870589555. n Melody Makers Pop Choir. An evening choir for men and women singing popular songs. Wednesday's term time 7:30-9:00pm The Eastfield Inn, Henleaze. Book a FREE taster www.melodymakerschoir.co.uk n Clifton Women’s Institute We meet at 7.30pm on the last Wednesday of the month at Alma Church, Alma Road, Clifton BS8 2ES. Contact by email: thecliftonwi@ gmail.com or visit www.cliftonwi. blogspot.co.uk Take advantage of our guest visits which are just £4 (max.three per year). Full membership details available. Lorna Tarr 07702 453827 n Tai Chi for health and happiness. Local beginners classes starting in September - Tuesdays 11-12 and Wednesdays 2-3pm. For details contact: Karen on 0117 9424167 or see www.taichiworksbristol.co.uk n Nature Cafe for over 55s and friends First Weds of the month 2-4pm. Lawrence Weston Community Farm, Saltmarsh Drive BS11 0NJ. Gentle walk around the farm, craft activity and tea and cake! n Westbury Park WI is the local WI for Westbury Park, Henleaze and Bishopston. We meet on the first Wednesday of the month from 7.30pm in Redland Church Hall, Redland Green Road, BS6 7HE. Guest fees are £4 per meeting – Glass of wine £2, tea, coffee, soft drinks 50p, other refreshment options available, biscuits/cake free. Email westburyparkwi@ gmail.com or see website www. westburyparkwi.org.uk
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n Henleaze Carers Group - A place to share experiences and make new friends. Meeting on the second and fourth Thursday morning of each month from 10am to 12 noon @ Bradbury Hall, Waterford Road, Henleaze. Call Mrs M Rudston on 0117 9426095 for further details. n Henleaze Townswoman’s Guild
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(Mornings) meet at The Eastfield Inn, Henleaze Road on the third Thursday of every month from 10am to 12noon. Call Elaine Anderson on 0117 9075279 for further information. n Embroidery Club at Westbury-onTrym Village Hall, 7.30pm. Tel: 0117 9501743 n Henleaze & District Flower Club meet on the second and fourth Thursday of the month at Bradbury Hall, Waterford Road, Henleaze. New members are always welcome. The second Thursdays are Flower demonstrations and the fourth are practise classes. n The Friendly Club meets every Thursday from 2-4pm (except August and major holidays) in the Methodist Church Hall, Westbury on Trym. We are a lively group of older people who meet to chat, play Scrabble and card games. Regular trips out and entertainments are arranged plus we have delicious tea and biscuits for only £1! Do come and make some new friends. Transport can be sometimes arranged. Contact 0117 9508644. n Drop-In Healing Centre at The Friends Meeting House, 126 Hampton Road, Redland, BS6 6JE. Thursdays from 5.00pm to 6.30pm. Run by Bristol Healing Group on a donation basis and supported by members of NFSH The Healing Trust. Come along and try a healing session, everyone is welcome. For more information phone 0117 9466434 or 0117 9082061. n Flowers by arrangement Is a new informal supper group, meeting the first Thursday of each month, 6.159.00pm Kondi Braserrie Henleaze. Enjoy good food & company whilst creating your own floral arrangement. Contact Jane Voke for more info 0117 9622440 n Shared Reading Westbury Library. We read aloud a short story and a poem pausing for discussion. You sit back, relax, enjoy or you can read or share your ideas. Thursday
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n WHAT'S ON For further information please ring 0117 968 3998 n Henleaze Ladies Choir is a friendly welcoming group which meets in St Peters Church Hall, Henleaze on Thursdays between September and May from 1.30 – 3.30 pm (with a short break for tea). We give 2 charity concerts a year in December and May and from time to time are invited to entertain community groups around the city. There are also occasional social events organised. We are always pleased to see new members. Please come and try a rehearsal without obligation. To find out more contact Jane English (07752 332278) or Jean Wickham (0117 9624466). n Does local history give you a buzz? West Bristol History Group have some fantastic talks coming up in the next few months: Thurs Jan 11, Helen Thomas on Bedminster tobacco women Thurs Feb 8, Abbie Edbrooke on the 148 year history of Clevedon Pier Thurs Mar 8, Garry Atterton on the causes and consequences of the Bristol Riots 1831. Meet up; The Friends’ Meeting House, Hampton Road, BS6 6JE at 7.30pm. Non-members £2. Membership only £10 a year. A warm welcome awaits. Contact: Pat
Walker 07790 172451 or 0117 962 9582. n Ladies Keep Fit, Thursdays 10:00 - 11:00 am, at St Peter's Church Hall, Henleaze. This friendly session, which has a dance element to it, is suitable for all ages. New members are always welcome. £6:00 per class, pay as you go - includes refreshments. Ring 01454 618488, email laili@tiscali.co.uk, see website www.exercisewithlailibrooks.com for full information; or just turn up.
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n Badminton (Ladies) at Westburyon-Trym Village Hall, 10am. Tel: 0117 9681759 n Bridge at Westbury-on-Trym Village Hall, 9.30am. Tel: 0117 9687140 n Country Market - Baked goods, garden produce and crafts. 10.30 11.30am at the Westbury On Trym Methodist Church Hall Tel : 0117 9628306 n Coffee and refreshments in the coffee bar at Trinity-Henleaze United Reformed Church, Waterford Road. 10am-12pm. n Bristol University of the third age (u3a) scrabble group would welcome new members. We play every Friday at the Beehive, Wellington Hill West, BS9 4QY from
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2 to 4pm. For further info please contact Heddy SARA on 0117 9241318 or email : nigel.d.sara@ btinternet.com n The Bristol Astronomical Society host astronomical talks and activities each week. We provide free Saturday observing at our observatory in Failand and often hold Star Parties in and around Bristol. Friday evening talks are held at 7pm at Bristol Photographic Society, Montpelier, BS6 5EE. See website for details: www. bristolastrosoc.org.uk.
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n Whiteladies Farmers’ and Fair Trading Market held every Saturday, from 8.30am-2pm. Takes place at the junction of Whiteladies/Apsley/ Burlington Roads. Stalls cover bread, cheese, local lamb and chicken, fish, preserves, cakes, sushi, local fruit and veg, wild food larder, and recycled tools, wooden items and much more. n The Bristol and District branch of Parkinson’s UK meet every first Saturday of the month at Oatley House, St Monica Trust, Cote Lane, BS9 3UN from 10.30am -12.30. Carers, relatives, spouses, and people with Parkinson’s - all are welcome for a social and
informative get-together, with a variety of speakers. n Redland Green Bowls club will be running FREE taster/coaching sessions on Saturday mornings 10-12 at the club , from April 21st to the end of May. Contact Jean or Gerry 0117 9624466, or email redlandgreenbowls@ gmail.com Our qualified coaches are available on other days / dates by arrangement. www. redlandgreenbowls.webs.com
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Cycling festival A FULL day's celebration of cycling is coming to Bristol this July with British Cycling’s HSBC UK Let’s Ride event on the same day and route as the Bristol Grand Prix. On Sunday 8 July, people of all ages and abilities will get the chance to watch elite cyclists compete in the Bristol Grand Prix before taking on the trafficfree race route at their own pace in the HSBC UK Let’s Ride event. HSBC UK Let’s Ride, formerly known as Sky Ride, will be open to anyone, with multi entry points along the 6.4km city centre route, with adapted bikes available to book for disabled people and many community organisations represented during the day. It will mark the start of a three-year partnership between Bristol City Council and British Cycling.
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Walk North Bristol launches new routes A NEW set of walking routes from Bishopston to Southmead Hospital is being launched by Walk North Bristol. The routes, funded by the Dr Jazz Charitable Fund, are an extension of the work begun by the Walk Your Way To Health (WYWTH) project, now named Walk North Bristol. Mick Broggio started the walking project to build up his strength and fitness when he was recovering from a hip operation: “We wanted to extend the Bishopston walking routes, to improve health and reduce pollution. They take walkers through Horfield Common and the quieter routes which makes it a much more pleasant way of walking. Southmead Hospital is much nearer from hear than you’d think,” he said. One of the new routes is from the Nevil Road Surgery through Horfield Common to Southmead, another takes walkers from the Gloucester Road Medical Centre past Cary Grant’s former house and through back roads to Southmead. A third route goes around Horfield Common. Cafes and pubs are marked on the way for toilet and refreshment stops. Esther Coffin-Smith, sustainable development manager, at North Bristol NHS Trust said: "The trust has been keen to work with Bishopston Cotham and Redland Community Partnership (BCRCP) to extend our existing lunchtime walking routes for staff to include routes to/from local GP surgeries and the surrounding area to increase the opportunities to ‘prescribe’ walking to patients, as well as encouraging access to our local green space." The maps will be stocked at local doctors' surgeries and Room 212 and available on websites including BCRCP.org.uk, The Bishopston Society and the Ramblers Association.
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Five (Five On A Hike Together, Enid Blyton), Dinner For Two At The England (Anna Karenina, Leo Tolstoy), Marmaduke Scarlet’s Feast (The Little White Horse, Elizabeth Goudge) or a Christmas Dinner, complete with roast goose, a la Scrooge (A Christmas Carol, Charles Dickens). For day to day meals you could try Neapolitan Pizza (My Brilliant Friend, Elena Ferrante), Thin Pastry with Spiced Beef (White Teeth, Zadie Smith), Jollof Rice (Americanah, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie), Coconut Shortbread (The Essex Serpent, Sarah Perry) or just simply An Egg Boiled Very Soft (Emma, Jane Austen) . There is also a selec-
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Jones’s Diary, Helen Fielding). For those with a sweet tooth, why not take a trip down memory lane with Cold Apple Pie (The Railway Children, E. Nesbit), Hunny and Rosemary Cakes (Winnie The Pooh, A.A. Milne), Seed Cake (The Hobbit, J.R. Tolkien), or a good old fashioned Marmalade (A Bear Called Paddington, Michael Bond) You could use the book to inspire youngsters to cook with their favourite characters; how about Green Eggs and Ham (Green Eggs and Ham, Dr Seuss), Tuna Pannkakor (Pippi Longstocking, Astrid Lindgren), Pear and Lemon Birthday Cake (Comet in Moominland, Tove Jansson), Treacle Tart and ice cream or Sausage Rolls
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n PETER'S VISION Peter Turner is the lead Optometrist at Turners Opticians
From our perspective PERSPECTIVE - it’s one of the many great words in the English language. I will, though, be careful writing about the English language. It’s something I respect, but often view with an air of suspicious awe and usually from a safe distance - say two or three pages of abbreviated clinical notes! If I were to ask your perspective on eye care & vision, you may think it an odd choice of words. However, I’m not one to be easily put off. So let me tell you ours; our way of looking at eye care which my family has honed over almost eighty years of caring for the eyes & vision of our patients. It’s simple really, we believe each of you deserves thorough & in-depth eye care as well as having your questions or
concerns both listened to and where ever possible, answered! When it comes to vision, again simple really. We just want you to have the clearest vision that you can. We now regularly design our patients’ bespoke spectacle lenses, which are lenses as unique as your fingerprint. After carefully listening to you, we design the lens around your individual visual needs. Why? Well not only just because we can, but because having a lens designed to suit your individual visual needs actually does give you clearer, more natural vision. If this sounds like the spectacle lens for you, then you can have a bespoke lens whether you use single vision glasses, varifocals or
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many of our other lens choices. You can also have bespoke lenses that darken with the sun, designed specifically for driving or for viewing things near to you such as a tablet, computer or hobbies & crafts. Nice idea you may think but gosh that all sounds expensive - well we’ve covered this too. A bespoke lens can be yours for the price of a standard lens from another supplier, yes it really can! You can also have a second pair half price. From our perspective, it’s important to give you the time you need when we help you choose glasses that not only make you look & feel great but also fit comfortably. I have seen people
take longer to choose their pizza toppings than their glasses! This surprises me when you think that we often wear our glasses for at least one to two years, where as a pizza often does not last even the 15 minutes it takes some people to choose one! (Admittedly choosing a pizza topping is an an important decision, but 15 minutes, surely that’s just indecisive?). We’d love to hear your perspective on your eyes & vision so come on in. What’s stopping you? To book an extended eye exam for yourself or those you love, please call 0117 962 2474 or 0117 965 4434. Appointments can also be booked via our website, or you are very welcome to pop in to our practices in Henleaze or Fishponds and say Hi! We look forward to seeing you soon!
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n PROPERTY OF THE MONTH Cribbs Causeway 6 Hazelbrook Gardens BS10 7FL £480,000 An amazing opportunity to purchase this 4 bedroom, end of terrace property. Brilliantly situated just off Passage Road, within walking distance of The Mall, Cribbs Causeway and with bus links to Southmead Hospital and other amenities. Upon entering this contemporary home, you are welcomed by a spacious hallway leading into a kitchen/ diner and convenient utility area. The remainder of the ground floor provides access to a w/c, a private lawned garden with a decked area and a 20ft long carport accessible on the outside. Upstairs to the first floor you will find the master bedroom with en-suite, large lounge and a further 3 bedrooms, one with a en-suite bathroom. An ideal home for a family. EPC - B Ocean Estate Agents 73 Westbury Hill, Bristol BS9 3AD 0117 962 1973
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We’re offering exclusive pre-opening viewings, together with a generous £6,000 discount* on the property of your choice for a limited time only. Stoke Gifford Retirement Village, Off Coldharbour Lane, Stoke Gifford, Bristol BS16 1EJ. Contact us today to make an appointment 0117 321 6632 or www.stokegifford@extracare.org.uk
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n INSIDE OUT INTERIOR Design looks like a jolly and glamorous vocation; faffing around with fabrics and plumping cushions all day. But making places beautiful is such a popular past time that competition is tough when it comes to turning that passion into a job. Every month I am inundated with CVs and requests for work experience placements so I thought it worth sharing some top tips for any aspiring designers. Interior design attracts a lot of career changers, usually women, who have achieved a certain level of professional experience and perhaps already renovated a property of their own. Anyone switching to interior design from another creative area such as textile design will of course be at a huge advantage. Having ‘taste’ and enthusiasm isn’t enough, it is a skilled profession with a process to follow. So if you are serious about design, the most important skill that underpins all design work is drawing. It is essential that you can visually communicate your ideas to both clients and tradespeople. This means drawing and sketching in both 2D and 3D, and if you can do this on computer as well as by hand you will go far. Visualisation is key, being able to imagine a finished room inside your mind’s eye, committing this vision to presentation boards before the walls. Designers need spatial awareness and to understand how things are made, in order to be able to correctly specify them. So prior to studying interior design, spending a year doing an Art Foundation course would be absolutely invaluable - exploring and trying out a variety of different creative practices from painting and sculpture to graphics, textiles, photography and printing. Gaining understanding of
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Carpets cleaned from £15 Rugs cleaned from £10 House/Flat cleaned from £90
Stain Removal Trained Scotch Guard Protection 100% Satisfaction Guarantee
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Call Nick on 07812 730346 www.acarpet.cleaning
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*Bricklaying *Paving *Decking *Fencing *Garden Landscaping *Stone Walls *Free quotations to discuss your garden plans
May, 2018
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• All types of Garden Fencing •Paths, Patios & Slabbing •Gravel, Topsoil & Turf • Patios cleaned • Artificial grass supplied & laid Materials at cost price, no VAT
Ring Declan for more details, local references and free quotes
07836 53 55 35
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Old & Modern furniture China, Glass & Bric-a-brac BOUGHT FOR CASH Single items to complete house clearance Contact Stephen on
Mobile: 07407 701533
Re-Furnish
Light removal service also available ELECTRICIANS
GARDENING SERVICES
atom electrical specialist domestic installers
All types of domestic electrical work undertaken, from changing a light fitting to full rewires. For an efficient, friendly, reliable, local electrical service...
call Oliver on 07747866436 or 01179602974
FREE Quotations
www.atomelectrical.co.uk info@atomelectrical.co.uk
ELECTRICIANS
PAINTING & DECORATING
Good Grounds & Gardens
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GoodupGrounds & Gardens Spruce your garden this spring.... One-off maintenance Regular or one-off garden or bigger re-designs maintenance Specialists in wildlife ponds Specialists wildlife gardening andingardens & wildlife Call to discussponds your garden’s needs work Private & commercial
Interior & Exterior For a Friendly & Reliable Local Service
Contact Mike Toye 8 Westfield Road Westbury-on-Trym BS9 3HG
07923 447362
Tel: 01179 500 387 Mob: 07971 849 895
info@goodgroundsandgardens.co.uk www.goodgroundsandgardens.co.uk
Free Estimates/References Available
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For a quality, comprehensive and efficient garden service • Maintenence • Make over • Private / Commercial Contact Chris Knowles RHs dip, Nch hort
Tel: 07794 701637
Email: knowles@mypostoffice.co.uk
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Painting & Decorating Services
Painting & Decorating Plumbing Carpentry Plastering Tiling Kitchens Bathrooms Tel: 07737 895 071 Tel: 07737 895 071 or 0117 962 2907 pauldoddrell@hotmail.co.uk or 0117 962 2907
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Classic & Natural stone tiles
May, 2018 Specialising in Italian showers
High Quality Finish Free Quote Bristol & Surrounding Areas
Contemporary & Provençale kitchens Interior & Exterior Masonry & DECORATING PAINTING Interior & façade painting
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PLASTERING SERVICES
from complete rewire to additional sockets
No Job Too Small
Domestic plumbing & tiling
Call Rich for a quote
Showers, undertile heating etc. City & Guilds and NVQ Part P compliant Free estimates Call to discuss your requirements
Based in Henleaze • 25 years experience
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Tel : 01179 859 256 Mob : 07980 413 355
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All electrical work
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City & Guilds qualified - 25 years experience
T: 0117 986 7376 / 07866 757 543
www.ammonitestonemasonry.co.uk TREE SERVICES
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0117 214 0949
• Interior or Exterior • Rendering • Skimming
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Call Dan on
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• Boiler Repairs • Gas Fires • Safety Certificates
PLUMBING
Tel: 0117 962 8525 07833 600263
Cranside Avenue, Redland, BS6 7RA
• Boiler Installation • Central Heating Installation • Gas Boiler Servicing
BOILERS • BATHROOMS • KITCHENS Your friendly reliable plumber
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D. ATTWELL LANDSCAPING & TREE SERVICES All Garden Works Undertaken All Foliage Removed – Roots Destroyed Patios Laid – Slabbing – Decking Block Paving – Gravelling – Fencing Wood Chippings – Clearance – Garden Walls Drives & Patios Jetwashed & Resealed • FULLY INSURED • LICENSED WASTE CARRIER
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BADMINTON SCHOOL
SUMMER FÊTE
Sunday 10th June 11.00am – 3.00pm
Activities, a Brass Band, craft stalls, refreshments and so much more! Badminton School, Westbury-on-Trym, Bristol BS9 3BA
www.badmintonschool.co.uk
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