Henleaze & Westbury Voice May 2025 by Emma Cooper

Care home's triumph

A CARE home in Westbury on Trym is celebrating after winning a national award.

Katherine & Griffiths House won Care Home Team of the Year at the Great British Care Awards.

Manager Leanne Thorne and her deputy Sue Thorne received

the accolade from celebrity Vernon Kay at a gala event in Birmingham in front of an audience of 1,300.

Leanne said: “We pride ourselves on being inclusive and on delivering the very highest standard of care. What makes

this award special is that we were nominated by family members of our lovely residents."

Betty, 102 years young, said: “I’m so happy to call this my home. The staff are always kind, every day we have fun, and I’m constantly making new memories."

Bristol Dementia Action Alliance has opened a Happy Days Hub for people with the condition and those who support them.

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Police arrest Metro Mayor

Dan Norris, Labour Mayor of the West of England, was arrested last month on suspicion of rape, child sex, child abduction and misconduct in a public office.

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School choir wins national title

Badminton School’s chamber choir, Schola Cantorum, has won the Girls' Schools Association Senior Choir of the Year competition.

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Staff at Katherine & Griffiths house celebrate their award

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Trek completes 10-year mission to help hospice

TEACHER Zara Kindred has completed a 150-mile walk and cycle ride in memory of her late father, bringing to a close a decade-long challenge to raise money for the charity that supported him.

Zara promised her father Rob she would raise £18,000 (the cost of running St Peter’s Hospice for a day in 2015) to say thank you for the care he received there.

Having raised over £13,500 for the charity in the last 10 years, Zara, from Henleaze, aimed to collect the remaining amount from a sponsored 150mile walk and cycle ride from Great Torrington to Bristol, alongside her pet cockapoo Chester.

Zara completed the trek in six days raising an additional £4,800 and bringing her total to £18,300 for Bristol’s only adult hospice.

Rob Kindred, UK sales director for Dartington Crystal, and Falklands veteran died aged 52, in March 2015, nine weeks after being diagnosed with an aggressive terminal illness.

“We are so thankful to St Peter’s for all they did for us and wanted to give something back,” said Zara, who teaches health and social care at Montpelier High School in Bristol.

“Doing the challenge was

certainly an adventure! It was emotional but such a brilliant experience. The support and encouragement along the way was lovely, particularly when we arrived at St Peter's Hospice at the end, it was such a warm welcome.

“St Peter’s has a special place in our hearts. It was a place of safety where we had time to be together, to say everything we wanted to say to each other.

“I used to do my schoolwork, and my homework sat at his bedside.

“Although it was a sad time, we also see it as a time when we were closer than ever, sharing stories and simply being together in those final days.”

Rob was given two weeks to live after his diagnosis but lived for nine weeks, and he spent his final few weeks as a patient at St Peter’s Hospice.

“Before he died, I promised my dad I would raise £18,000 for the hospice. They rely on donations, charity shop donations, gifts in wills and fundraising.

“It’s not just the care in the hospice, it’s the whole community, providing specialist nurse care, nurses who visit the home, support for the family and bereavement services.”

While at St Peter’s Hospice,

Zara Kindred completes her 150-mile trip at St Peter's Hospice, where she handed over £18k in memory of her dad, Rob.

Inset: Zara and Rob

Rob encouraged the family to make a list of the things they needed to do and achieve after his death.

One of which was to get a dog.

"We started looking at different dogs, showing them to him and asking, ‘What do you think of this one?’ Among them was Chester, who was just a tiny pup at the time.

“My dad was right. He has brought us so much joy over the years. In a way, when I look at him, he feels like a link to my father – though sadly, they never had the chance to meet.”

Zara started from Dartington Crystal’s factory and visitor’s centre in Great Torrington, taking the coastal route to Bristol, ending at St Peter’s Hospice in Brentry.

She was joined on the route by her boyfriend George and

mother Vicki. Zara’s brother James, who is currently living in Australia, sent his best wishes.

Zara describes her father who was born in Newcastle as a bighearted ‘kind Geordie’ who was loved and respected by those who knew him and worked hard for his family.

Rob left school and joined the Royal Navy, and later enjoyed a successful career with Waterford Wedgwood, Stuart Crystal, and Caithness Glass before joining Dartington Crystal in 2004.

Rob met his wife Vicki, while living in London and working as a Phileas Fogg crisps salesman. He later moved to Bristol to be with her.

Zara’s fundraising page is still opent: https://www.gofundme. com/f/zaras-150-milechallenge-for-st-peters-hospice

Ex-candidate accused of betting offences

LAURA Saunders, who stood down as Conservative candidate for Bristol North West before last year’s general election, has been charged with betting offences by the Gambling Commission.

Fifteen people, including Ms Saunders’ partner Anthony Lee, a former director of campaigning for the Conservative Party, face charges following the commission’s investigation, which was launched during the run-up to the 2024 poll.

Laura Saunders

Announcing the charges, the commission said the investigation focused on individuals "suspected of using confidential informationspecifically advance knowledge of the proposed election date - to gain an unfair advantage in betting markets".

The accused are due to appear at Westminster Magistrates Court on 13 June. Those found guilty of an offence under section 42 of the Gambling Act could face a fine or a jail term of up to two years.

On 22 May 2024, Rishi Sunak announced the general election would be held on 4 July that year - a decision that overturned expectations of an autumn poll.

In early June 2024, it was reported that a then MP and aide to the PM, Craig Williams, had placed a bet on the date of the general election.

Following the commission's decision to launch an

Metro Mayor Dan Norris arrested

OUTGOING Metro Mayor Dan Norris has been arrested on suspicion of rape and child sex offences.

The politician, who is also the MP for North East Somerset and Hanham, was arrested on April 4.

Avon and Somerset police said: "In December 2024, we received a referral from another police force relating to alleged non-recent child sex offences having been committed against a girl. Most of the offences are alleged to have occurred in the 2000s, but we’re also investigating an alleged offence of rape from the 2020s.

"An investigation, led by officers within Operation Bluestone, our dedicated rape and serious sexual assault investigation team, remains

ongoing and at an early stage.

"The victim is being supported and given access to any specialist help or support she needs. A man, aged in his 60s, was arrested on April 4 on suspicion of sexual offences against a girl, rape, child abduction and misconduct in a public office. He’s been released on conditional bail for enquiries to continue. This is an active and sensitive investigation, so we’d respectfully ask people not to speculate on the circumstances so our enquiries can continue unhindered."

Norris, aged 65, was immediately suspended from the Labour Party after his arrest but remains an MP.

However he has been banned from entering both Parliament and the offices of the West of

England Combined Authority during the course of the police investigation.

WECA staff received an email from chief executive Stephen Peacock on April 9, which said: "I wrote to the Mayor to inform him that he should not enter the building or attend any other meetings on behalf of the Combined Authority. The Mayor’s building access fob has been deactivated and the Mayor’s access to the authority’s IT system has been removed. It is matter of public record that a similar approach has been taken by the parliamentary estate and the Mayor’s access to parliament has been revoked."

New parliamentary rules mean a risk assessment is carried out when an MP is arrested on suspicion of a violent or sexual

investigation, the Conservative Party pulled its support for Williams and Saunders.

Laura Saunders had been selected in October 2023 to contest the seat, which was held at the election by Labour’s Darren Jones, now Chief Secretary to the Treasury.

A Conservative Party spokesman said: "These incidents took place in May last year. Our party is now under new leadership and we are cooperating fully with the Gambling Commission to ensure that their investigation can conclude swiftly and transparently."

offence, which leads to a ban from entering its buildings. A House of Commons spokesperson said: "We do not comment on individual cases." Norris remains officially the West of England Mayor until May 1, when a successor will be elected. He was already standing down because of a Labour Party ban on MPs having second jobs. By John Wimperis, Local Democracy Reporting Service

Dan Norris

One postcode - many artists!

7 and 8 June 2025 - 11am to 5pm – in Henleaze, Stoke Bishop & Westbury-on-Trym

WHERE can you enjoy the work of 87 artists, find out what goes into making each piece and the inspiration behind it?

BS9 Arts Trail returns to our streets on 7 and 8 June 2025, in leafy north Bristol’s Henleaze, Stoke Bishop & Westbury-on-Trym.

Buying direct from an artist means you can gain a closer understanding of each artwork and the person behind it.

Artists include painters, sculptors, printmakers, ceramicists, photographers, potters, jewellery designers, glass workers, enamellists and a wood turner spread across 13 interesting venues. All works are for sale and include

items from £3 to £3,000, so whether you want a greetings card, a hand-crafted jug, a unique piece of jewellery or a statement painting, BS9 Arts Trail is the place to come!

The venues are easy to access, and all are located around the northern side of The Downs.

Most of the trail’s 13 venues host multiple artists. Many venues have cafés, toilets and are accessible, ensuring a warm welcome for everyone. The trail is great for walkers and cyclists, is served by bus routes, and all venues have free parking on-site or nearby.

Michelle Rose, partner and head of the individuals & families department at VWV, said:

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"We are delighted to support the BS9 Arts Trail again this summer. It is a fantastic celebration of creativity, community and talent. Events like this bring people together and showcase the artistic energy in our city. We are proud to be part of an event that inspires and connects Bristol residents through art.”

For full information visit www.bs9arts.co.uk or pick up one of the free trail maps from cafes, libraries, galleries and shops in the BS9 area, Clifton, Redland and Bishopston or you may be lucky and have one delivered through your letterbox!

Supported by generous sponsorship from VWV

Works by Emma Debs, above, and Nancy Chambers, left, Chris Queree, centre, and Caroline Casswell, far left

Smiles as Happy Days Hub opens doors

BRISTOL Dementia Action Alliance (BDAA) has launched its first Happy Days Hub.

It’s open on Mondays and Fridays with a community café open to all from 10am-2pm. The Hub, in Ambition House, Lawrence Weston, will host social groups including memory cafes, carer support groups and a balanced body exercise class.

The aim is to provide a dementia and ageing well resource for people concerned about or affected by dementia.

An important aspect of the Hub is to offer preventative awareness and management of conditions which can affect us as we age and could increase the risk of developing dementia. BDAA and partners will educate about diabetes, high blood pressure and hearing loss as well as other conditions.

More than 70 people attended the launch event, at which Bristol Beacon provided uplifting music and there were several stands sharing relevant

information.

Lisa Dicker, BDAA development manager, said: “We had an amazing day, welcoming so many people to our Happy Days Hub. This Hub is part of the community and local residents and businesses will play a key part in the success of this much needed resource.”

BDAA still needs volunteers

to support the Hub – there are a variety of key roles including supporting the café, helping with activities, or being companions at the groups. Further details here: https://bdaa.org.uk/ volunteering/ or email office@ bdaa.org.uk.

Founder and chair, Tony Hall, who launched BDAA in 2013, said: “This Hub is the

culmination of our work as a charity raising awareness of dementia in Bristol. It brings together our experience and expertise into a one-stop ‘shop’ to make it as accessible as possible for people affected by dementia and those who wish to know more about the disease.”

For info, visit https://bdaa. org.uk/happy-days-hub/

Visitors enjoy the Happy Days Hub launch event. Right,BDAA founder and chair Tony Hall

Badminton wins Choir of the Year title

BADMINTON School’s chamber choir, Schola Cantorum, has won the Girls’ Schools Association’s (GSA) Senior Choir of the Year 2025 Competition.

Schools from across the country submitted video entries in the first round, with five choirs invited to compete in the final in Warwick. Schola sang Lift Thine Eyes by Felix Mendelssohn and the Agnus Dei from A Little Jazz Mass by Bob Chilcott.

The girls were directed by Badminton’s director of music Jack Lapthorn-Graham and accompanied by deputy head and teacher of music Ian Senior.

Jack Lapthorn-Graham said: “I am so proud of Schola for winning the 2025 GSA Choir of the Year Competition. They sang so beautifully and performed with real heart. I was so impressed with their blend, togetherness and wonderfully warm sound.”

Aliza, in Lower Sixth and a

member of Schola Cantorum, said: “Singing with choirs from across the country and in a competitive environment was an invaluable experience. It truly makes all the hours in evening and extra rehearsals

feel worthwhile, and it is an achievement which makes me proud to be a part of Schola.”

Jessica Miles, head of Badminton School, said: “I am extremely proud of Schola for their remarkable achievement in

winning GSA’s Senior Choir of the Year. This accomplishment highlights their dedication and talent, as well as the guidance provided by our music department. Congratulations to all involved.”

Pre-Reception at Badminton

Our new Pre-Reception Class welcomes girls in the September after they turn three.

With twice-weekly swimming lessons, outdoor learning and expert Early Years teachers, Pre-Reception is the perfect place to start your daughter’s educational journey.

n FROM YOUR COUNCILLORS

Southmead: Kaz Self and

New school planned for old Elmfield site

We have been made aware of plans to build a new SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) Free School on the site of the old Elmfield School for the Deaf, which is accessed from Greystoke Avenue.

Existing specialist schools in Bristol cannot accommodate all the city’s children and young people with additional needs, and the council presently incurs significant annual costs providing specialist support at private sector settings. Data and trends in Bristol demonstrate the rapid and continuing growth of students with SEND and in recognition of these needs an application for the establishment of a new 164 place Special Free School in Bristol has been approved.

While we welcome the new provision and school facilities we will of course listen to any representations or concerns from local residents, please write to us to

Kye Dudd (Labour)

share your views.

There will be public consultation on this as follows: -

• Six-week consultation period:

5 May – 16 June

Project website to be hosted on Ask Bristol

• Working with BCC Comms to publicise consultation – media, social media, newsletters

• Neighbours will be notified by letter

• Drop-in event on site at the school (date TBC)

• Invited stakeholders – 4-5pm

• Neighbours & wider public 5-7pm

Litter picking

Join us on our monthly litter pick, we meet at Arnside on the 2nd Saturday of every month at 10am. All welcome.

Celebrating our community

At the beginning of April an event was held by the Southmead Development Trust at the Greenway Centre to celebrate local community activism, one of a series of events as part of Bristol Community Festival.

We were pleased to see the opening of the new boxing facility as well as other activities, such as the first Southmead repair café and a seed swap. The Greenway Centre is the biggest community centre in Bristol, they offer a wide range of activities and all are welcome.

See their website here: https:// southmead.org/events

A date for your diaries is the Southmead Festival on Saturday

26th July, celebrating its 55th year. This year has a 1970s theme, so plenty of time to dig out your high waist flares and bright prints in preparation for a great day!

Public footpaths

Kaz sits on the Public Rights of Way and Greens (PROWG) committee. On 10th April the committee agreed to designate the paths on the green space near Ridgehill / Sates Way as public rights of way (subject to any objections). The footpath between Henleaze Park and Phoenix Grove is planned to be improved (including resurfacing), you can contact Kaz if you want to raise any issues about this.

& Kaz

cllr.kaz.self@bristol.gov.uk 07386 698 716

Kye

Concern over plans for nursery workers' hostel

PLANS to build a home in Westbury Park for nursery workers have run into opposition from neighbours.

Samantha Packer, who owns Daisychain Nurseries, wants to create three-storey accommodation in Etloe Road for early years practitioners at her two child day care centres in Clifton and Redland.

But people living nearby say the scheme, which includes turning the Vining Hall in Etloe Road into a community hall, would create parking chaos.

Daisychain successfully operated a nursery at the site for 30 years but closed it at the end of 2023, with children and staff moving to the chain’s provision at Torwood House Nursery School, Durdham Park.

Now Ms Packer is seeking permission to develop a community hall and demolish an extension to provide space for a six-bedroom home of multiple occupation (HMO) for people working at her two remaining nurseries or studying and training to do so.

Her application to Bristol City Council explains that a combination of Brexit, the cost-of-living crisis, difficulties in recruiting staff, and costs associated with the building’s energy use had made the Westbury Park

nursery unviable.

Efforts to market the 19th century Vining Hall for alternative uses have proved unsuccessful, it says.

Nearly 50 objections to the proposals have been submitted to the council’s planning department. Residents are concerned about potential additional pavement parking, which could cause difficulties for parents walking children to school as well as for access for emergency service vehicles.

They also point out that there are already

churches with community halls at each end of the street.

One resident commented: “It is very difficult to see how the area can absorb the pressure of extra parking demand, especially as we are just outside the residential parking zone so we are often used as an alternative area where cars are parked and left for sometimes long periods.”

Another said: “Parking on the street is already highly problematic from both a safety and practicality perspective. Due to the street being narrow and a lack of off road parking, many vehicles park on the pavement, making it very difficult for people to walking down the pavement - particularly with prams and especially on bin day, with people often being forced to walk out into the street. Vehicles often drive too quickly down the street, and the combination of this and already heavy parking on both sides makes road crossing very dangerous. A 6 bed HMO is only likely to add more cars and exacerbate these issues.”

The application can be found on the council planning portal with the reference 25/11096/F.

Vining Hall in Etloe Road, Westbury Park, formerly Daisychain Nursery

n ADVERTISING FEATURE

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The procedure of removing an executor depends on whether the Grant of Probate has been obtained.

• Before Grant of Probate: If probate has not yet been granted, an interested party may apply to the Court under section 116 of the Senior Courts Act 1981 to request that the Court "pass over" the executor in favour of another person or appoint an independent third party.

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n NEWS

Walk Fest returns

CELEBRATING the best of our city with inclusive walks for all ages, abilities and interests, the Bristol Walk Fest takes place this month.

This popular annual festival features more than 200 walks and walking-related events and activities

Nature trails, historical tours and scenic hikes combine with walking sports, art/culture routes and family-friendly strolls to provide something for everyone – whether you seek a personal challenge, enjoy a self-guided walk or simply want to get out for some fresh air and exercise.

An in-person event in the city centre on May 1 launches the festival with guest speakers discussing the benefits that walking can have on mental health. The line-up includes Taylor Moore, Rovers’ defender and host of the club’s 5k Your Way mental health initiative, along with Claire Allen, who trekked 4000 miles around the British coastline, raising 25k for homeless charities, and Orla Hennessy, founder of Girls Who Walk Bristol to tackle loneliness among young women.

Co-ordinated by Active Ageing Bristol, hosted by Age UK Bristol and with funding from the city council, most events are free; however, some do require a fee and/or prior booking. Routes are differentiated by easy, fairly easy, moderate and challenging levels.

Karen Lloyd, Bristol Walk Fest director, said: “Bristol Walk Fest is a great chance to discover something new about the city, explore a new area, or try walking for the first time. With a choice of free walks every single day of the month, you’re bound to find something to pique your interest! Printed programmes are out now; available in libraries and community centres across Bristol. We are still adding new walks to the website too, so it’s worth exploring online.”

Full information on the routes, events and booking details can be found at bristolwalkfest.com, while printed copies of the programme are available in libraries and some other local venues.

n COMMUNITY NEWS

HORFIELD ORGANIC COMMUNITY ORCHARD

IS all merry in an orchard in May? The orchard is abuzz, zinging with the energy of insects, birds, buds unfurling. Petals fall like confetti from pollinated flowers to reveal small clusters of fruitlets. There’s more life in the soil as it warms up. After a long, grey winter, humans are loving the sunshine. For anything with roots in the ground, or anyone trying to sow seeds – the lack of rain since the beginning of March is more worrying.

Sunny days, summery temperatures, and high winds create hothouse conditions that compress the blossom time. Populations of pollinating insects are already declining dramatically - devastated by human activity. For the survivors, a shorter blossom period leads to ‘hungry’ gaps at a vulnerable moment in their reproductive cycle. If there’s not enough pollinators? We will miss out on the fruit – that delicious packaging for the seeds of trees.

All are welcome to connect with nature, community, and learning at

the Horfield Organic Community Orchard (HOCO) Summer Orchard Open Day on Saturday 7 June. Until then – it looks like we’ll be enjoying plenty of green exercise by working out with watering cans, and wheelbarrows of mulching materials.

See the HOCO website for more information about getting involved, events, and activities: https://community-orchard.org.uk/

Words by Shannon Smith aka The Apple Tree Lady

Photo by Jamie Carstairs

n FROM YOUR COUNCILLORS

& Henleaze:

Stephen Williams, Caroline Gooch and Nicholas Coombes (Lib Dem)

Henleaze Forum

We were happy to participate in the Henleaze Forum in April. While the local police were not available, we received an update from the Henleaze Society and answered questions from local residents. Topics included the licencing restrictions for convenience shops; renewal of road yellow lines; vehicle dwellers on the Downs; options for helping buses through North View and the White Tree roundabout; and the wider routeing of buses through the city. We took notes and have several actions to help Henleaze residents. We look forward to discussing priorities with residents at Westbury-on-Trym forum at the end of the month in Westbury Library.

WoT Soc AGM

The Westbury on Trym Society invited us to their Annual General Meeting at the Village Hall on Eastfield Road. WoT Soc has been looking after the interests of the village for over fifty years, keeping an active eye on planning applications and highways schemes. They also manage the hanging baskets and flower planters in the village centre. The Society is keen to welcome new members, and the hall itself would welcome new volunteers.

Carlton Court car park

The owners of the car park at the rear of the Carlton Court shopping centre on Canford Lane, which includes the Co-op, have erected fences closing off many spaces, including all the disabled parking bays. This particular car park in Westbury-on-Trym is privately run, so the council has little oversight of activities. At the time of writing, no explanation has been provided by the owners to anyone, including the tenants of the shops. We have reported the activity to the Council Planning Department to check for breaches of development control. The council’s Director of Planning has asked an officer to review the situation and also to check historic planning consents for operation of the car park. We are keen that Westbury-on-Trym remains a vibrant local shopping centre and will use our influence to keep it so.

Libraries Review

Westbury-on-Trym and Henleaze ward is

fortunate to have two branch libraries. Both are well supported with Henleaze being the second most visited branch in the city.

The council is about to prepare a new fiveyear strategy to set out what we expect from a city-wide libraries service. A working group of councillors will be appointed by the Public Health and Communities committee on 9th May, which will be chaired by Stephen. The group will hear evidence from local libraries' “friends” groups as part of their deliberations.

The group will make recommendations in November. Officers will be asked to design a service around the adopted recommendations, for consideration by the committee in 2026.

Northcote Scout Hut

We are pleased that the trailer outside Northcote Scout Hut has been removed after some months on Great Brockeridge. Stephen reported it to the council for enforcement action because of its apparent abandonment in an area frequented by scouts and their families.

College Road rogue bin

Nicholas has asked Hills Waste to retrieve their red commercial waste bin from College Road in Westbury-on-Trym. The business to which it was originally assigned says it is not theirs anymore, and it is now blocking the pavement. It has taken a few phone calls and emails to report, but the bin should be gone by the time of publication.

Downs dwelling

There has been a lot of publicity of the meeting about van dwelling on the Downs last month at St Albans Church in Westbury

Park. Caroline was able to secure the use of the church and we are very grateful to the vicar, Emma. We are sorry that many who wished to attend could not get in. The church has a capacity of 400 seats. By 7.30 we had 453 inside and 150 outside.

Local residents and van dwellers alike voiced their concerns. Caroline declined to speak at the meeting as she felt it was an occasion for local residents to speak and ask questions and time was limited. By 9pm the chair felt Cllr Barry Parsons, Chair of Homes and Housing Delivery Policy Committee, was losing the audience and people were getting increasingly irritable, so the meeting was drawn to a close.

As a Town Hall meeting, we feel it was a success in that people were given the opportunity to put forward their views, but many were left frustrated by the suggestion that the process would take years to resolve. Caroline has written to Cllr Parsons and the council leader Cllr Tony Dyer to encourage them to speed up the process of finding meanwhile sites and temporary accommodation for van dwellers. The meeting did at least make clear to the council the strength of feeling of local residents, that The Downs is not a caravan park and that it is unsafe and unsanitary to allow the situation to continue.

Dirty road signs

Caroline has requested that several road signs along Westbury Road are cleaned up as the street furniture is so filthy the signs can hardly be read and the keep left signs and Belisha beacons not even seen. Additionally, the 'keep left' sign outside Badminton School has been squished by a vehicle, and should hopefully be replaced soon.

Nicholas, Caroline & Stephen

cllr.nicholas.coombes@bristol.gov.uk 07386 698 750

cllr.caroline.gooch@bristol.gov.uk 07386 698 669

cllr.stephen.williams@bristol.gov.uk 07386 698 772

n FROM BRISTOL NORTH WEST'S MP

Spring Statement is in the air

IN late March, the Chancellor announced in her Spring Statement that this government will be spending £70 billion more on our public services over the course of this Parliament than the plans that we inherited. This is alongside a £100 billon additional capital investment over the next five years.

We’ve already started to see the benefit: with NHS waiting lists falling each month, cancer diagnoses speeding up, and more childcare, breakfast clubs and school-based nurseries rolling out to support working parents. After years of underfunding, I’m proud to be investing in and rebuilding our public services.

I also know from personal experience what a difference the introduction of the National Minimum Wage had for families like mine. Today, we continue delivering on that promise by increasing the National Minimum Wage (to £10.00 per hour) and National

Living Wage (to £12.21) from 1st April. And the economic forecasts have shown that wages are now increasing more quickly than prices, and that we’re all forecast to be better off by the end of this Parliament than at the start.

It’s also important to me, and to this government, that we provide the necessary support to get young adults into training and work. Nationally, one in eight young people are now coming out of education and not getting into work or training, and instead getting stuck on Universal Credit, which, after time, makes it harder to get a job.

In response, the Chancellor announced in the Spring Statement a £1 billion investment in tailored employment support to ensure those who want to work are properly supported to do so.

Of course, those with the broadest shoulders should bear

the heavier burden to get the country back on track. That’s why we've changed the non-dom tax status; changed inheritance tax and capital gains tax; made it much more costly to fly a private jet; and why we're investing in Artificial Intelligence within HMRC to help identify and challenge those who try to hide their income.

I know from the work I do every day as Chief Secretary to the Treasury that our economy is still in a difficult place. Whilst we’re increasing public spending on frontline services, we are also working hard to make sure every pound of your money is being spent well. We’ve managed to get a grip of the mess we inherited and stabilise the ship (in a world that is becoming much bumpier to navigate than it has been), and we’re now putting in the hard work and investment to build a stronger and more resilient country.

Darren Jones writes for the Voice

• As always, if you need my help or have a question, you can get in touch with me on e-mail at darren.jones.mp@parliament. uk, by calling my office on 0117 959 6545 or by writing to me at the House of Commons, London SW1A 0AA.

n NATURE WATCH with Dawn Lawrence Time to turn those binoculars around ...

WE hosted a twitch a little while ago. The term usually denotes a mass gathering of birders (don’t call them bird-watchers) flocking to see a rarity and twitching with anticipation.

Our twitch was less stressful and our binoculars were used the wrong way round. We took a friend up to a local wall, on the eastern side of Wentworth Road as it happens, in order to see the little critter in the photograph. No chance of this one flying away but it took some finding, partly because chilly weather made them sluggish and partly because they are only about 2mm long. It is a bristly millipede, known from only two or three locations in the Bristol area (but then, how hard have we looked?) They eat lichens such as the yellow Candelariella in the photograph. They have a unique defensive mechanism amongst millipedes –the spines at the end of the body are barbed and break off in the

mouths of predators (which must be quite off-putting). Two people stopped, bravely engaging in conversation with three strangers who were examining a wall through back to front binoculars, and much enthusiasm was shown for these engaging mini-beasts once spotted.

This wall looks unremarkable,

indeed inhospitable, but in fact the ecosystem is complex and fascinating. Butterflies bask on the sun-warmed stones, tubeweb spiders line holes with their silk and lay strands fanning out like trip wires to alert them to their prey. Brassy mining bees use holes as nesting sites – you can count dozens along this one wall. Blue tits work along feeding on these titbits like wedding guests at a buffet. To hide from such predators the case bearing moth Luffia ferchaultella builds a strong but tiny pupa, hangs it in a minute nook and disguises it with tiny bits of lichen before over-wintering safely inside. The lichen itself hosts even smaller invertebrates, springtails being amongst the commonest.

Mosses can desiccate to a mere few percent water content to survive dry spells in a state of suspended animation, yet revive to grow again within twenty minutes of re-wetting. Delicate

ferns grow from invisible crevices; one fern is so devoted to walls that it is actually called wall rue. Plants of limestone rock grow from lime mortar whilst the local fondness for sandstones provides niches for those plants that like more acidic conditions. Exotic plants also find new homes in our city walls, sumptuous bellflowers, blooming buddleia and tenacious holm oak will grow, often bonsaistyle, thriving for years on air and the tiniest ration of minerals they can extract from their crack.

The older walls that have been patched and bodged, with crumbling mortar and shifting seams, these are the ones to examine for the treasures listed above. But even the plainest wall can sport a sun-bathing butterfly or a jumping spider on the prowl. And remember to try those binoculars the wrong way round, you will be surprised at what you find.

© Dawn Lawrence

A bristly millipede ambling through the yellow lichen

Photo by Rupert Higgins

BOOK REVIEW

Crudo by Olivia Laing

Bristol-based The Window Hub progresses on green goals

Bristol-based home improvement company, The Window Hub, is aiming to plant 3,000 trees over the next three years as part of its commitment to being a climate conscious business.

The trees will be planted at Boyd Valley Lake, which is located in Bitton. This is in addition to continuing its policy of recycling all old frames so they don’t end up in landfill.

OLIVIA Laing is a widely acclaimed British writer and critic. Kathy Acker was a novelist, playwright and essayist from New York City who died in 1997. In her novel Crudo, Olivia assumes the persona of Kathy as she navigates her way through the summer of 2017. Crudo is both a homage to Kathy as well as providing autobiographical details from the life of the author.

when the world seemed to be falling apart. We find ourselves in Italy where the temperature is 38 degrees and wildfires are raging across Europe. An iceberg the size of Delaware has broken off the Larsen C ice sheet and the Gulf of Mexico is full of dead fish. Nazis are marching in Charlottesville and Libyan coast guards are firing on sinking refugee boats.

else’s happiness.

The window installation company was launched during lockdown in 2020 by seasoned industry professional Danny, who wanted to create a business that was “built on quality rather than greed”.

Kathy was abandoned by her father before her birth and her mother committed suicide. Olivia married the poet Ian Patterson in 2017. Those facts are woven into the novel, with the narration shifting between Kathy & Olivia.

President Trump is active on Twitter threatening nuclear war with North Korea while in the UK seventy two people lost their lives in the Grenfell Tower fire.

In fact, a new showroom is scheduled to open this month.

This is a beautifully written, highly readable, tender and funny account of a woman seeking love and happiness with a new partner against a backdrop of rising nationalism and war mongering across the world. For this book and many more, come and visit your local library at 100 Gloucester Road. You will be greeted with a friendly smile and a warm welcome.

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you know what? It is so easy to be amazing if you don’t cut corners.”

customer reviews to prove it –90% of reviews for The Window Hub on Trustpilot are for five stars, with customers celebrating the company’s professionalism, friendliness, tidiness, and attention to detail.

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The hard work of Danny and his company was also recently recognised and commended, with The Window Hub being named the ‘Best in the South West’ at the G24 Awards last year.

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The author brilliantly depicts what it was like living through that summer eight years ago

From humble beginnings, The Window Hub now operates from a head office and showroom in Staple Hill in Bristol with offices, showrooms and installation depots across the South West.

Meanwhile, in Italy, Kathy/ Olivia is contemplating the prospect of married life after a lifetime of independent living where she had enjoyed not being responsible for anyone

Danny launched The Window Hub because he wanted to be much more than just a double glazing company.

“We know that choosing new windows and inviting someone

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into your home can be stressful, so we have introduced as many initiatives as possible to be fair and reasonable in our approach to give our customers the best experience possible,” he said.

“Sales begin and end with treating customers properly. And

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In 2025, The Window Hub will grow to cover domestic homes between Cheltenham in Gloucestershire and Lands End in Cornwall.

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For more information, please visit TheWindowHub.co.uk.

for a FREE no obligation quote from the ONLY company in the South West & South Wales in the final of the industries Prestigious G24 Awards!

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Review by Bob Deacon of Bishopston Library

n PHARMACY COLUMN

Infected insect bites? We offer you effective NHS treatments – plus a few fashion tips!

DID you know you can now receive effective antibiotic treatment funded by the NHS for infected insect bites from Kellaway Pharmacy? As the weather gets warmer, there is usually someone who always seems to be the unfair target of the most insect bites and stings. Some people are more prone to insect bites than others due to a combination of factors, including body scents, carbon dioxide exhaled, body temperature and blood type?

Most cases of Insect bites or stings are not usually serious and get better in a few days, but sometimes they can become infected or cause severe allergic reactions. Infected insect bites occur when bacteria from the insect’s saliva or from scratching the bite site enter the wound, leading to inflammation and potential complications.

Infected insect bites can manifest with various symptoms, including:

• Increased pain or tenderness at the bite site.

• Redness and swelling may spread from the bite area.

• Warmth or heat radiating from the bite.

• Pus or discharge from the bite wound.

• Fever or chills.

• Swollen lymph nodes near the bite area.

Kellaway Pharmacy offers effective antibiotic treatment for infected insect bites funded by the NHS. You can come in whenever the pharmacy is open; no appointment is required. You will be assessed to determine the best course of treatment for you. This service is available for children and adults.

You are advised to seek urgent medical advice if

• Symptoms are worsening or not improving within a day or two.

• A red line is tracking upwards from the bite area.

• Difficulty breathing, dizziness, or swelling of the face and mouth.

• History of severe allergic reactions to insect bites

To help prevent insect bites and stings

• Use insect repellent when outdoors.

• Wear protective clothing, such as long sleeves and pants.

• Avoid areas with high insect populations.

• Clean up and store food properly to avoid attracting insects.

If you have a history of severe allergic reactions to bites, when last did you check the expiration date of your adrenaline pen, and have you advised your family and close contacts where to find it and how to administer it?

Finally, this is liberating for some; for others, it is an excuse, but darker colours can make it easier for some insects to see and find you, so let us be fashion-colour-conscious. Go Bold, Bright, and Loud!

The Kellaway Pharmacy team will always be on hand to provide the best treatments and self-care advice.

n WHAT'S ON

Monday 28th April

n HENLEAZE SENIOR FILM

CLUB - WE BOUGHT A ZOO (PG) 2pm. Benjamin Mee and his children struggle to move forward in life after the death of their dear wife and mother. Seeking a fresh start for him and his children, Benjamin buys and endeavours to save the life of a failing zoo, and in turn the life of his family. Based on a true story and starring Matt Damon and Scarlett Johansson. Carers welcome, easy access Refreshments £4. St. Peter’s Church Hall, The Drive, Henleaze BS9 4LD. For more information, please call 0117 435 0063

n LA SCALA DELI HENLEAZE

Join us for our Italian wine tasting evenings. Limited availability. Led by our in-house sommelier.

May 1 - Italy’s Volcanic Wines (SOLD OUT)

May 9 & 29 - Sicily Regional Tasting

May 22 - Big Bubbles

June 12 & 27- Sardinia Regional Tasting

June 14 - Summertime Pink Wine

June 19 - Big Bubbles

July 11 - Summertime Pink Wine

July 18 & 24- Trentino Alto Adige

July 19 - Mountain side vineyards

Special events

MAY 31 WINE & DINE - 5 courses/ 6 wines

JUNE 20 WINE & DINE # 2

Private Events also available . Bookings: www.lascaladeli.com

Fri 30th – Sat 31st May

n BRISTOL STITCHERS

EXHIBITION Lots of embroidery, textile art and mixed media work to see and buy. Sales, demos, raffle, book stall and tasty refreshments. Stoke Lodge Adult Education Centre, Shirehampton Road, Bristol, BS9 1BN. Entrance £4 Children free. Disabled access.

REGULAR EVENTS

Various days

n WESTBURY WILDLIFE PARK

The park’s peaceful setting, with children’s play area and cafe, is open for you to enjoy with your friends and family from Fridays to Sundays from 10am to 4pm. Refer

to the website wwpf.uk for events, activities and volunteering opportunities.

n WEST OF ENGLAND BRIDGE CLUB meet at the RAFA Club, 38 Eastfield, Henleaze. Thursday afternoon is for improvers, and Monday and Friday afternoons, are for more capable players. These are EBU recognised sessions. You may come alone to any afternoon session or Wednesday evening when a partner will be found. The two evening sessions are Wednesdays and Fridays. For more information go to our website at www.woebridgeclub.co.uk or contact our Secretary Alan on 0117 4526947.

n PILATES CLASSES, Northcote Scout Hall, BS9 3TY. Mondays 9.30am (Improvers), 10.30am (Mixed Ability inc. Beginners); Tuesdays 9.30am (Improvers), 10.30am (Gentle); Thursdays 9.30am (Improvers), 10.45am (Mixed Ability - inc Beginners). Small, friendly classes. Please register interest before attending. Full details at www. mindbodypilates.org. Contact; Leanne 07817189474 or leanne@ mindbodypilates.org

n BLAISE COMMUNITY GARDEN, behind Blaise Museum, BS10 7QS. Open Monday, Wednesday and Saturday 10-2. Interesting walled kitchen garden, free to enter, new volunteers welcomed. Plants always available. Events: SPRING MARKET with Café on 10th May 10-3, and Cafe on 14th June 10-2pm.

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n WOULD YOU LIKE TO IMPROVE YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY? North West Bristol Camera Club is a friendly local club with a membership ranging from beginners to those with considerable experience. You will be welcome whether you use a mobile phone or the latest mirrorless camera. Google NWBCC for more details.

n TEATIME CHURCH - Children and families are welcome to join us once a month at the back of Holy Trinity Church in Westbury-onTrym for crafts, games, stories and songs, followed by supper for all the children. There is also a baby/ toddler area and a monthly Lego challenge. This is a very informal service, where children/adults can learn a little about God and

the church in a fun and friendly environment. All are very welcome! Please visit our website for further information and monthly dates https://www.westbury-parishchurch.org.uk/teatime-church/

n CANFORD BOWLING CLUB season has started again, and new members of any age or experience would be very welcome. Free coaching is available. Our open day is 25th May. Why wait? If interested please email canfordbowlingclub@ gmail.com or ring 07504254499. Come and give it a go.

n BRISTOL HOME LIBRARY SERVICE - We are a free service for any adult who lives in Bristol and who can’t get to their library but still wants books or audio books. Volunteers call monthly. Contact us if you would like to volunteer or know someone who needs us. BHLSVisits@royalvoluntaryservice. org.uk or 07714 898558

n BRISTOL STITCHERS - a friendly, independent creative members group which meets three times a month at Helliwell Room (Horfield Parish Church Hall, Horfield) offering Talks, Meet and Stitch sessions, Meet and Stitch Plus and Workshops. More information here: https://bristolstitchers.wordpress. com/about/ Contact Joanne our Chair here: bristolstitcherschair@ gmail.com

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n PLAY BOWLS at Canford Park in a friendly, social atmosphere. Qualified coaches and equipment provided. Contact: Les on 07305695579

n WESTBURY SINGERS: Westbury Singers - If you enjoy singing, we invite you to join our friendly, non-auditioned, 4-part choir in term-time on Monday evenings 7:30pm - 9:30pm at Reedley Road Baptist Church (far left entrance off the car park). Ability to read music useful but not essential. See our website www.westburysingers.org for more information, email us on wotsingers@gmail.com, or simply come along one evening!

n DICKENS SOCIETY. 7pm, at Leonard Hall, Henleaze URC, Waterford Rd, Bristol BS9 4BT. Talks, costumed readings, book club and social events. New members welcome. See www.dickens-society. org.uk or phone Roma on 0117 9279875 for further details.

n WESTBURY ON TRYM WOMEN'S INSTITUTE meets on the third Monday of the month in the Westbury Village Hall, Eastfield Road, BS9 4AG, from 2.00 - 4.00 pm. We have interesting speakers, and extra activities of crafts, lunch club, skittles and outings. Our lively, friendly and inclusive group welcomes visitors at any meeting. For more information call Sascha on 07961619806 or Traci on 07766073917

n BRISTOL GOOD AFTERNOON CHOIR rehearses at Westbury-onTrym Methodist Church (BS9 3AA) 2-4pm (term time only). We are a fun and friendly, non-audition, community choir for both male and female voices - one of 32 Good Afternoon Choirs who ‘sing in the afternoon’ around the South West and further afield. New members are always welcome and, whether you come alone or with a friend, we will be very pleased to meet you! For further details please visit our website – www.goodafternoonchoir.org – or contact us on 01761 472468 or via e-mail at gac@ grenvillemusic.co.uk

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n WESTBURY PARK WOMEN’S INSTITUTE meets on the first Tuesday of every month in the Girl Guide Hut on Westmorland Road from 7.00 - 9.30pm. We are an active and friendly group with a varied programme plus extra sessions for craft, coffee, book clubs, walks etc. Visitors are always welcome and for more information do call Sue on 07813795936 or email westburyparkwi@gmail.com

n PILATES WITH JULIE WATERS, Westbury-on-Trym Academy School, Channells Hill, Bristol BS9 3HZ. Tuesday 6.30 pm & 7.30pm term time only. Small friendly groups. Call Julie on 07817 809734 or email jules_waters@hotmail.com for more information.

n COMMUNITY SIGHT LOSS HUB, First Tuesday of each month, 11am1pm at Trinity Church, Henleaze. Join our coffee morning for blind and partially sighted people to socialise with others and receive advice and guidance from our experienced advisors. Tailored support also available by appointment by calling Sight Support West on 0117 322 4885.

n CARERS’ SUPPORT GROUP run by Bristol Dementia Action Alliance, held on the first Tuesday

of each month, St Peters’ Church, Henleaze, BS9 4LD, 2pm-4pm. A chance for carers to share stories and gain support from each other. For further information, contact Tony Hall, office@bdaa.org.uk

n WESTBURY FOLK/COUNTRY DANCING - come along to have some fun folk dancing on Tuesdays 1.30 – -3.30pm at Westbury College in College Road. All dances are called and refreshments are available. FFI contact Christine on 07775 628524 or codonnell100@ btinternet.com.

n BRISTOL GOOD AFTERNOON CHOIR rehearses at Westbury-onTrym Methodist Church (BS9 3AA) on Monday afternoons 2.004.00pm (term time only). We are a fun and friendly, non-audition, community choir for both male and female voices - one of 32 Good Afternoon Choirs who ‘sing in the afternoon’ around the South West and further afield. New members are always welcome and, whether you come alone or with a friend, we will be very pleased to meet you! For further details please visit our website – www.goodafternoonchoir.org – or contact us on 01761 472468 or via e-mail at gac@ grenvillemusic.co.uk

n KEEP FIT WITH DANCE MOVES – at Horfield Methodist Church BS7 8SN, Tuesday mornings, from 10.15- – 11.15am, and at St Peter’s Church, Filton, BS34 7BQ, Tuesday afternoons, 2- – 3pm. Improve your mobility, strength, co-ordination and general wellbeing whilst while having fun and making new friends. Suitable for all ages. Try first session free. For further information contact Eileen Scott on: 07969 929733, or email: scottyartois@ hotmail.com

n SCOTTISH DANCING TO GET FIT AND HAVE FUN Bristol Westbury Scottish Country Dance Club. Classes for beginners (Email: maggiekirkup@gmail.com) and more advanced dancers. (Tel: Cheryl 0117 4012416) at St.Peter's Church Hall, Henleaze, 7.30 to 9.30 pm. www. westburyscottish.org.uk

n COMPANION VOICES BRISTOL is recruiting new members . We meet in Easton on the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 7 to 9 pm to learn soothing and uplifting songs

by ear and build skills in sensitivity/compassion/loving presence to sing at the bedsides of people nearing the end of life. To join or support us in this work, contact Valerie on bristol@companionvoices.org. Visit www.facebook.com/ CompanionVoicesBristol and www. companionvoices.org.

n BRISTOL HARMONY WEST GALLERY CHOIR AND BAND sing and play lively church and village music from the 18thcentury. St Edyth’s Church Hall, St Edyth’s Road, Sea Mills, 7.30 pm on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday each month. All voices (SATB), string, wind and reed instruments welcome. No auditions but ability to read music helpful. www.bristolharmony.wordpress. com or call Fritjof 0117 924 3440. Contact before attending.

n WOMEN'S FELLOWSHIP meet on Tuesday mornings at Westburyon-Trym Methodist Church, 10.30am-noon. An interesting programme of speakers; come along to make friends. For more details, ring Kate 07905 064720.

n BRISTOL A CAPPELLA: Tuesdays 7.30pm, Victoria Methodist Church. Bristol A Cappella is an awardwinning mixed barbershop chorus of around 30 members who love to sing close harmony a cappella. Our songs are mainly from pop music, with a bit of rock and some musicals. www.bristolacappella.co.uk/ Contact: membership@bristolacappella.co.uk

Tuesday and Saturday

n BRISTOL HF RAMBLING CLUB

We are a friendly sociable club with a variety of walks. We have 2 Tuesday walks of either 8-9 miles or 5-6 miles. On Saturdays we have varying length walks including a hill walk eg Brecon Beacons once a month. If you would like more information please visit our website.

Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday n FRIENDLY BRIDGE SW is a Bridge Club operating on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings from 10am to 1pm at Stoke Bishop Village Hall. We also offer online bridge and face to face tuition. New faces are always welcome. Please email friendlybridgesw@gmail.com or call Gareth on 07921-788605 for further information.

Wednesday n HENLEAZE CHORAL SOCIETYmeets at Henleaze Bowling Club,

Grange Court Road, Wednesdays 7.30 to 9pm. A small, unauditioned choir singing varied music. New members welcome. For info, contact Kathy, 0117 949362 http:// www.henleazechoralsociety.org.uk/

n A CLASS FOR EVERYBODY! KEEP FIT, St Peter’s Church, Henleaze, Wednesdays, 10-11am, £8. Improve your health and wellbeing with this low-impact exercise class. With music from the 60s to today’s pop to enjoy a supple strength workout. Call Louisa: 07725 091429. Email Louisa: chairaerobicslouisa@gmail.com

n AFTERNOON CAFE CHESS

BS9 - From 2.45pm - 4.30pm on 2nd & 4th Weds of each month in Coffee #1 on Henleaze Rd - Feel free to drop in for informal chess over a cuppa - All ages and abilities welcome (Mark 07934 473 994). Upcoming on 9th April, 23rd April, 14th May & 28th May.

n WELCOME WEDNESDAY

Friendly and free coffee afternoon on the last Wednesday of the month, 2-3.30pm at The Beehive Pub, Wellington Hill West, BS9 4QY. Meet new people, have fun, and find out what’s happening in your local area. Call 0117 435 0063 for more information.

n A GENTLE WAY TO KEEP FIT & HAVE FUN! CHAIR AEROBICS, St Peter’s Church, Henleaze, Wednesdays, 11.15am12.15pm, £8. Maintain and progress your strength, stability and balance at our seated and gentle standing exercise class. Songs from every era to enjoy and complement a workout for mind and body wellness. Call Louisa: 07725 091429. Email Louisa: chairaerobicslouisa@ gmail.comwellness. Call Louisa: 07725 091429. Email Louisa: chairaerobicslouisa@gmail.com

n GOLDEN HILL WI Meets the first Wednesday of every month. 1-3pm. Golden Hill Sports Ground, Wimbledon Road, BS6 7YA. A vibrant, lively, afternoon WI in BS6. We have a varied programme to offer members. Visitors and new members will be

given a warm welcome. For more information contact Pam Scull at goldenhillwi@gmail.com.

n "REST REFUGE: YOGA FOR PEOPLE WITH CHRONIC FATIGUE" with Sarah Bradley (Occupational Therapist & Yoga Teacher). Wednesdays 10-11am . In Studio and livestreamed on Zoom. Bristol Yoga Space, Princes' Place, Bishopston, Bristol, BS7 8NP. Contact: Seasonalflow@gmail.com or 07716 625418. Book your place: www.SarahBtheOT.com

n HENLEAZE BOWLING CLUB

Wednesday morning whist drives, 10.00 for 10.30, all welcome. £2.00 including tea and coffee. Located in Grange Court Road next to Newman Hall. Please see our website for information and all social events. https://henleazebowlingclub.org.uk/social-events/

n COME AND ENJOY free tea and cake in a friendly atmosphere at Holy Trinity Church, Church Rd, Westbury-on-Trym every Wednesday 10.30-12. Call 0117 9508644 (mornings) for more information

n BRISTOL SCRABBLE CLUB meets every Wednesday evening at 7pm until 10pm at Filton Community Centre, Elm Park, Filton BS34 7PS. New members welcome- first visit free so come along and give us a try. For further information contact Tania by email at tanialake@ yahoo.co.uk

n HEALING Spiritual Healing is available from 2pm to 3.30pm by the accredited healing team at Westbury Park Spiritualist Church, Cairns Road BS6 7TH. Just turn up or or visit www.westburyparksc.org

n OPEN DEVELOPMENT CIRCLE

For those interested in developing their spiritual awareness and mediumistic ability. 7.15 for 7.30 start at Westbury Park Spiritualist Church, Cairns Road BS6 7TH. Just turn up or or visit www.westburyparksc.org

n SWIFTS INCLUSIVE SPORTS

swimming sessions are for adults 18+ with any type of disability (hoist available) 7-8pm. £5 per session at Henbury Leisure Centre. Contact Karen Lloyd at 07734 335 878.

Thursday

n TODDLERS TOGETHER is a parent and toddler group for the community. It takes place every Thursday during term time from 10-11.15am at Westbury-on-Trym Methodist Church Hall, BS9 3AA. There are toddler toys, a baby area, a weekly craft activity, singing, drinks and biscuits and a final prayer to end the session. We ask for a £2 voluntary donation per family on the door. You can just turn up - no need to pre-book. To find out more about this group, visit https://www.westbury-parishchurch.org.uk/toddler-group/

n EMMANUEL WESTBURY TODDLER GROUP. A play group for children aged 0-4, their Parents & Grandparents. Every Thursday in term time, 10:15-11:45. Northcote Scout Hall, Great Brockeridge, BS9 3TY. £3 per family, payable on door. Includes homemade cakes, hot & cold drinks and all activities. Come along or look us up at https:// emmanuelbristol.org.uk/events/ emmanuel-westbury-toddlers/ or enquire by email to avbradley@ outlook.com

n FRIENDLY CLUB meets every Thursday from 2 - 4pm in the Methodist Church Hall, W-O-T. We are a lively group of older people who meet to chat, play Scrabble or cards. Trips out and entertainments are arranged, plus we have tea and biscuits for only £1! Do come and make some new friends.

n FRIENDS TOGETHER

DEMENTIA FRIENDLY CAFÉ

A Dementia accessible café for all on the first Thursday of every month, 10am-12pm; The Randall Room at All Saints Church, Pembroke Rd, Clifton. Support, guidance, information and friendship with complimentary tea, coffee and homemade cake. No need to book – just come along and be a part of our community! For more information contact All Saints Parish Office: 0117 974 1355

n ARCHITECTURE & BUILDINGS

GROUP U3A meets at Henleaze United Reformed Church Meeting

Room, Waterford Road, 2-4pm on the fourth Thursday of the month except July, August & December. We are a small shared interest group. No previous knowledge required. Contact Rod for further information. Email: rodathey@ gmail.com or call 07792 200949.

n SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING – Looking for a new hobby? Join us for fun, fitness and friendship (singles welcome). First evening free! Thursdays: New/ Inexperienced dancers 7–8.30pm (£4). Intermediate/Advanced dancers 7.30–10pm (£6). St Monica Trust, Oatley House Main Hall, BS9 3TN. www.rscdsbristol.info. Contact Ruth 0117 968 3057.

n HENLEAZE BOWLING CLUB

Thursday afternoon short mat bowls, 13.30, all welcome £3.00, tea and coffee provided. Located in Grange Court Road next to Newman Hall. Please see our website for information and all social events. https://henleazebowlingclub.org.uk/social-events/

n SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING Join us for fun, fitness and friendship (singles welcome). First evening free! RSCDS Bristol. New/ Inexperienced dancers 7-8.30pm (£4). Intermediate/ Advanced dancers 7.30-10pm, (£6). St.Monica Trust, Oatley House Main Hall, BS9 3TN. www.rscdsbristol.info. Contact Ruth 0117 968 3057.

n LADIES KEEP FIT - – Thursdays 10-11am, St Peter's Church Hall, Henleaze, £7. This friendly, popular session is suitable for all ages, levels and abilities; it is an all-over workout for cardiovascular fitness as well as toning, and has a dance element. Full information on the website: www.exercisewithlailibrooks.com; Email: laili@tiscali. co.uk to book.

n WEST BRISTOL ORCHESTRA is a small, friendly amateur group that enjoys music-making without public performances. It meets on Thursday nights in term time at St. Peter’s Church, Henleaze at 7.159.15pm. We would especially welcome more string players. Please visit our website for further details at maths.bris.ac.uk

n HENBURY SINGERS WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS at Stoke Bishop Primary School, Cedar Park BS9 1BW, 7.30 – 9.15, a warm welcome awaits you at Henbury Singers. We perform sacred and secular music under our conductor Andrew Kirk. No auditions. www. henburysingers.org Contact the secretary at secretary@henburysingers.org

n HEALING FOR WELLBEINGFeeling stressed? Healing/Reiki is a gentle, relaxing complementary therapy that helps restore balance and vitality. Drop in sessions with trained volunteers on Thursdays 3.30 - 4.45pm at Redland Meeting House, 126 Hampton Road, BS6 6JE. Donation basis. For information and dates, visit www.facebook. com/BristolHealingGroup or contact Selina on 0117 9466434 or selinanewton@yahoo.co.uk.

n HENLEAZE FLOWER CLUB welcomes new members. Annual membership £52. Demonstration meetings on 2nd Thursday of the month, 2pm, Bradbury Hall Waterford Rd. Henleaze. Plus optional Practice Classes on 4th Thursday. We meet every month except December and August. Please contact Jenny York, Club Chair yorkjenny2@ yahoo or phone/text 07880 700270

n HIGHBURY BADMINTON CLUB: Pete Stables 0117 950 1524 or www.pete4458.wixsite. com/highburybadminton Thurs 7:30pm mid September to End April, Westbury-on-Trym Village Hall

n BRISTOL BACH CHOIR are now recruiting new members. We are a friendly auditioned choir of between 30 and 40 singers. All voice parts are welcome. We rehearse on a Thursday evening at Bristol Grammar School from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. If interested please contact Julie at membership@bristolbach.org.uk

n SINGING TO REMEMBER We meet on 1st, 3rd and 5th Thursday from 2 - 3.45 pm in The Bradbury Hall, Waterford Road, Henleaze. It is a friendly, supportive group for people with dementia and their carers. Anyone interested can phone me 0117 9426095 to book a place or discuss.

n FOLK NIGHT every third Wednesday of the month at the Victoria inn Chock lane, Westbury on Trym. 7.30-10.30pm. All musicians and singers welcome or just pop in and listen. Call 0117 959 0834

n HENLEAZE LADIES’ CHOIR

Come and join us at St Peter’s Church Hall. We are a friendly choir and meet on Thursday afternoons in term time from 1.45 to 3.45. There are no auditions, and the ability to read music is not necessary. Contact Jeanette on 9685409 or Jane on 07752 332278.

Friday

n HENLEAZE BOWLING CLUB.

Come along at 5.45pm on Fridays to see if bowling could be the sport for you. Coaching available. Experienced bowlers welcome. Situated in Grange Court Road, by Newman Hall. This is a friendly Club with good bowling facilities and social events throughout the year. Phone, Tom Logan, on 0117 962 1669 or email hbcsec@henleazebowlingclub.org.uk for further details.

n BRISTOL SPANISH CIRCLE -

Come and meet a group of friendly people and enjoy talks in Spanish, musical events and social evenings. We meet every month from September to June, usually on the last Friday of the month, at St Peter’s Church Hall in Henleaze. For info, see https://www.spanishcirclebristol.com/.

n HIGHBURY BADMINTON

CLUB: Pete Stables 0117 950 1524 or www.pete4458.wixsite. com/highburybadminton Thurs 7:30pm mid September to End April, W-on-T Village Hall

n HENLEAZE LADIES’ CHOIR

n FOLK NIGHT every third Wednesday of the month at the Victoria inn Chock lane, Westbury on Trym. 7.30-10.30pm. All musi-

cians and singers welcome or just pop in and listen. Call 0117 959 0834

Saturday

n SEA MILLS REPAIR CAFE offers sewing, woodwork, general, electrical and cycle repairs at the Methodist Church, Sea Mills Square, from 10am-12pm, every second Sat (except August). Voluntary service run by experienced repairers. Donations welcome. FFI see Facebook @seamillsrepaircafe or email: repaircafe.seamills@gmail.com

Sunday

n WORSHIP FOR ALL MUSIC SERVICE is a brand new musicbased service at Holy Trinity Church in Westbury-on-Trym. Please join us on the last Sunday of each month from 4pm-4.45pm to sing along with contemporary and traditional worship songs with live music and experienced singing leaders. All are very welcome and the service is suitable for children. Refreshments are served at the end of each service. For more information, please visit https://www.westbury-parishchurch.org.uk/services/

It was hard but I’m so glad we had that conversation.

Together we planned a proper send off for mum, a whole morning to celebrate her life with the music and poetry she loved. In a peaceful natural setting where our family and friends had plenty of time and space to share stories and memories.

Together we planned a proper send off for Mum, a whole morning to celebrate her life with the music and poetry she loved. In a peaceful natural setting where our family and friends had plenty of time and space to share stories and memories Maria, Bristol “ ”

n COMMUNITY NEWS

HOME-START

HOME-Start Bristol and South Gloucestershire, a charity that supports families through challenging times, is looking for volunteers.

The charity offers compassionate help to families with at least one child under five, who may be facing challenges including isolation, financial worries, mental health struggles, or the pressures of parenting without a support network.

Trained volunteers visit a family once a week, offering nonjudgemental emotional support and practical help, tailored to each family’s needs.

Volunteers often have parenting experience but also receive training and support, which can lead to new skills suitable for work in education or social care.

The charity’s next free volunteer training course starts on May 6 and will run weekly from 9.30am2.30pm for six weeks.

Travel expenses are paid, and the charity says volunteers from all walks of life are warmly welcomed. Find out more at homestartbsg.org. uk/become-a-volunteer

HENBURY SPRING CONCERT

HENBURY Village Hall came alive with the sounds of song, laughter and community spirit during a heart-warming Spring Concert. The event brought together locals and visitors for a memorable evening of music and togetherness.

The April 11 event opened with a beautiful performance by the Welshbased choir, Ptasie Radio Cymru, who delighted the audience with a rich selection of Polish songs, as well as pieces from Welsh, Italian and English traditions. Their harmonies and heartfelt delivery resonated deeply, creating moments of pure connection through music.

Following the choir, the ever-stylish jazz band The Carnegies took to the stage, bringing classic jazz standards to life with flair and energy. Their smooth sounds and charismatic performance had the audience tapping their feet, swaying, and even dancing along.

]The organisers of the concert gave a huge thank you to everyone who bought tickets and joined in with singing and dancing. The team also wanted to shine a light on the incredible people behind the scenes. Henbury Village Hall is run by a small, but dedicated group of volunteers and is always looking for more helping hands. If you’d like to get involved, they would love to welcome you. Such support helps keep the hall running for future events and community gatherings. All the details can be found on the website, www.henburyvillagehall.org.

Rosie Watson

WESTBURY ON TRYM COMMUNITY FAIR

GET ready for a fun-filled day as the Westbury-on-Trym Community Fair returns on Saturday May 10, from 10am-2pm, in and around the Parish Church.

Browse through bric-a-brac and book stalls, pick up a bargain at the popular plant sale in the Methodist Church, and take a chance on the tombola or the raffle. You’ll also have the chance to meet local groups like SUSWOT, the Westbury-on-Trym Society, the Gardens and Allotments Society, Brunel Lions, and many more.

This year, the organisers are spicing things up with a n Indian Street Food stall, joining the BBQ, homemade cakes and preserves, fresh sandwiches, scones, and tea.

There will be plenty to keep the children entertained too — from Big Games and the exciting Teddy Parachute to Tower Tours. Visitors can also enjoy live music, including a performance by the Westbury-on-Trym Academy Choir and tunes from the Brigstows. Activities will take place across the Parish Church, GP surgery car park, and the Methodist Church.

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WESTBURY Park Tennis Club

has been celebrating success at the annual Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) Awards, winning two titles from Avon Tennis.

At the awards ceremony at the County Cricket Ground, 18-year-old Emily Leask received the trophy for Young Person of the Year while Patrick Dean won an Unsung Hero award.

Emily, who has gained her Level 1 Coaching qualification, was commended in nominations for her “great impact on the club’s junior players, who are inspired by both her personality and playing abilities”.

She has been helping run Westbury Park’s LTA Amazon Prime Video Programme, a collaboration that aims to inspire girls to try tennis for the first time. She was lauded for her

rapport with the children and being an “exemplary role model”.

Westbury Park’s head coach, Dan Church, said of Emily: “She has been a fantastic asset to the club, consistently demonstrating great initiative and creativity in her coaching sessions and has made a massive impact on our teenage girls, while the younger players have been inspired by her energy on court.”

Amid her summer A-level exams, Emily will attend a ladies’ event at Queen’s Club in London, where she will receive a Highly Commended national award for her role in encouraging girls into tennis, which was a strong part of her nomination.

Patrick Dean, a playing member of the club for many years, became treasurer and has overseen several projects, most recently the resurfacing of the

courts. However, it was revealed that Patrick’s involvement in the club goes “above and beyond money matters – he is also a handyman, roof repairer, lawn mower fixer and cleaner!”

A committee member said: “Patrick keeps us all in line, supporting the committee to

drive improvements to the club. Every club should have a Patrick!”

Avon Tennis says the LTA awards, launched in 2015, celebrate the thousands of people who dedicate their life to supporting the grassroots of the game.

Club members at the ceremony, with Emily in the middle, and a picture of Patrick, who was unable to attend in person

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n NEWS FROM S us WoT

SusWoT were featured on BBC1’s ‘Morning Live’ programme on 4 April about 62minutes in, it is available on BBC iPlayer. The filming team and their interviewer Justine Jones came to Bristol last month and made a film featuring Bristol Waste and their support for volunteer litter pickers, Mark Rowlands and his one million bag challenge as well as SusWoT litter picking. There were twelve SusWoT litterpickers filmed clearing the Trym Valley in Southmead. The sun shone and the film crew paid particular attention to the removal of a supermarket trolley from the river. The Westbury Community Fair, Saturday 10 May 10am to 2.15pm SusWoT will have a stall at the Community Fair at Holy Trinity Church and the Doctors’ car park. The popular Sungold cherry tomato plants and the normal sized Alicante tomato plants will be sold. These varieties have been grown successfully in Westbury for many years and can be grown in the ground, in pots or growbags, in a greenhouse or outside. The

Get Growing Trail in Bristol is has been held in June for many years and SusWoT has sold plants at this event. This year the Get Growing Trail will be on 20-21 September too late to sell tomato plants. SusWoT has not decided what to do yet.

The Village Show in September is one of the biggest and best events in Westbury. This year the theme is ‘Space’. SusWoT will have three classes: 92) A Plant in a Pot that produces edible produce such as a Tomato plant, grown from a seed or plant, from any source; 93) A

Vegetarian Dish (sweet or savoury) where the main ingredient is home grown and 94) ‘Green Space’ a video maximum Duration 1.5 minutes with the subject ‘Local Green Space’.

Low Energy Holidays: While there are many beautiful places to explore in the British Isles, if we do want to venture abroad, there are ways we can reduce our impact on the planet. The European Rail Network offers a way of travel less polluting than air travel. If we chose to fly, web sites enable us to assess the impact of our flight and

if we wish to offset the impact suggests a range of ways, for example tree planting. There are more websites helping us travel and visit in a more planet friendly way. For example, Treehuggers.com offers ideas on reducing waste and supporting local economies.

SusWoT litterpicking is going to try to expand in Bristol thanks to a grant from Bristol Civic Society. SusWoT has slowly built up a network of about 60 litterpickers in and around Westbury who keep one or two streets near where they live clean. There is a map on the SusWoT.org.uk website, under ‘litter’ showing this. The first stage is to recruit volunteers in Clifton, Henbury and Southmead. SusWoT are already working with a group in Clifton who have regular litterpicks. In Southmead and Henbury some streets and green spaces are already cleaned by local people. For safety SusWoT will continue to clean Hazel Brook and the river Trym. Alex Dunn and Jane Stott

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