The Knowledge Summer 2021

SUMMER 2021

www.knowlewest.co.uk

In partnership with Knowle West Alliance

P LA N N IN G S P E C IA L

Changes are happening – make sure you have your say

By Emily Smith Knowle West Alliance Community Planning Facilitator

In Knowle West we are starting to see change happen with new developments, shops, a school and community buildings.

Local residents are helping to shape these through groups such as the Filwood Broadway Working Group - with its stall at Filwood Market - Health Park Friends Group and Friends of the Western Slopes.

There is undoubtedly tension between housing need and the value we hold for our green play and recreation spaces, as well as increasing concerns about lack of investment in local facilities.

In response to this, Knowle West Alliance (KWA) believes when we come together as a community to have conversations with each other and developers - we can

Friends of the Western Slopes p9

Dance at Filwood Community Market p15 create opportunities to achieve better local developments.

In 2019 KWA members co-created the Knowle West Pre Planning Protocol - this tells developers how we expect them to consult and engage with us in this area.

The proposed new Park Centre followed the Protocol, taking the time and effort to give people different ways and times to see their plans - to comment and ask questions.

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New shop for Filwood Broadway p9

Who are we?

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n 2018 a group of residents and five local organisations - Filwood Community Centre, The Park, re:work, Knowle West Health Park and Knowle West Media Centre came together and developed the idea of Knowle West Alliance.

The aim was to create a

What do we do?

Knowle West Alliance (KWA) aims to be as flexible as possible so we can change our work according to need.

This ranges from making sure the community has a voice in local housing developments and running a Small Grants Programme to securing funding for improvements

Working Group Voices Ian Watt (local resident)

I have been a member of the Working Group from early on.

I remember Carolyn Hassan (CEO of Knowle West Media Centre) approached me at a Knowle West Fest originally.

I joined partly to support something Changes are happening…

By Emily Smith (continued from front page)

In turn the design team responded, either by making changes or explaining their

reasons. The plans that went to the council were informed and shaped by the people that took part in the consultation process.

Bristol City Council Housing Delivery also used the Protocol to consult on Marshall Walk at Inns Court.

They carried out a thorough engagement plan - and as a result

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partnership of active and connected local residents, businesses and organisations to build and support positive action in Knowle West.

We want to help facilitate changes big and small that make a difference to people’s lives.

Officially launched in spring 2019, the Alliance is growing and partnering with more and more local organisations.

By working together, we can achieve more.

The Alliance currently has three employees: Lucy Holburn (Alliance Coordinator), Frances Coates (Community Development Worker) and Emily Smith (Community Planning Facilitator).

It has a growing Working Group made up of active and involved local residents who meet monthly to direct the Alliance work.

Representatives of the founding organisations also meet quarterly.

to the area and managing the COVID Support Hub (see p 3).

Visit our popular Facebook page where we share local information, updates about the current situation and community stories or our website: www.knowlewestalliance.co.uk that seemed to be a helpful and productive way to get local voices together.

I wasn't sure about it all at first but have really enjoyed contributing.

A joined up voice that represents the neighbourhood has been an important need. I am convinced we couldn't have been able to talk to developers, chat with schools and a huge range of community groups without the Alliance.

It's enabled us to really represent Knowle West to the council so much better as well.

over 168 local people responded - with the most favoured set of plans being developed further, taking into account residents’ concerns and comments. The revised plans will come back to the community for further consultation before going to Planning.

KWA supports community voice and inclusion of ideas around development so that YOU can take an active and informed role in building Knowle West for the future so get involved.

See the insert on local developments in this issue or read pages 3 and 6 to find out how.

Artist’s impression of the new community building at The Park – residents were able to comment on the plans.

Image courtesy of The Park

Donate clothing and shoes for local families We’ve had an overwhelming community response to our appeal for donations of clothing and shoes for local families.

We now have a drop off point at Knowle West Media Centre (KWMC) - where you can take items for ages three to 16 to be distributed to primary schools in the area.

You can bring them to KWMC in Leinster Avenue during the week, from 9am - 5pm. See below.

Do you have clothing or shoes that are no longer needed for ages 3-16yrs?

Why not donate it to us, we will distribute it to local schools.

Items must be clean and in good condition or new.

Location for drop off KWMC, Leinster Avenue, Knowle, BS4 1NL Monday - Friday 9-5pm

#WeAreKnowleWest Filwood Broadway Working Group

By FBWG Chair Tim Jones

Filwood Broadway Working Group (FBWG) was set up this January to influence the developments being planned for the Broadway.

Its purpose? To keep these developments as close as possible to the vision of the Alliance Small Grants Did you know that Knowle West Alliance offers Small Grants to local residents and groups for community projects?

For the next few months we're accepting applications on a rolling basis - and this time you can apply for up to £200.

We’ve already funded projects including trips and equipment for community groups, a school litter-pick and making a video as well as art and gardening projects and local events.

Regeneration Framework from 2012: "The Broadway will fulfil its role as the busy, fun and welcoming heart of Filwood.

It will be a place for the wider community to visit and for local people to be proud of.”

Some things have changed since 2012, but we still want to see more shops on the street, with other business space - and more services for the community, not less.

FBWG arose out of the co-operation between Knowle West Alliance and the Knowle West Future group - which has been responding to planning applications from developers for many years.

Our aim is to offer information and encourage more people to speak up for what’s needed on the Broadway. That will give us all more power to influence what is built here - to be good for Knowle West and its residents.

To get involved, visit our stall at the Filwood monthly market,

email emily.smith@kwalliance. co.uk or contact us through the Knowle West Alliance or Knowle West Future Facebook pages.

If you're based in Knowle West and have an idea that would benefit the community, we The Park Knowle Ladies’ Football Team which received a Small Grant. Image: Fay Seivwright want to hear from you!

You will find the really simple application form and all the information you need on our website: www.knowle westalliance.co.uk/ grants/ For advice or help with applying email frances.coates@kwalliance.co.uk or call 0794 267 7131.

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PLANNING

lliance Co-ordinator Lucy Holburn looks at some of the terms used around housing and local developments.

• Affordable Rent housing – higher rent, less secure housing prioritised by need • Shared ownership – housing that you buy part of and rent part of • Intermediate Rent homes – 80 per cent market rate housing (Credit to Shelter for the above definition).

What housing crisis?

Which local developments are Affordable?

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In Bristol there are 13,000 people currently on the social housing waiting list, more than 500 in emergency accommodation and at least 600 homeless.

Knowing that many local families are on the waiting list – Knowle West Alliance (KWA) has been working with Cllr Chris Jackson and Knowle West Future to secure a commitment for new council housing being built.

We’ve managed to make sure in this area local residents have priority for 50 per cent of lettings for this housing.

Affordable is a relative term what's affordable to Jane might not be to Bob for example.

However, there is a legal definition.

Under this, Affordable Housing (with a capital A and H) is any home that is not private market housing – so not a home bought privately or one that’s rented from a private landlord.

There are lots of schemes under this definition which include: • Social rented housing – low rent, secure housing prioritised by need

Knowle West Pre Planning Protocol for community engagement The Alliance has developed an agreement with Bristol City Council called the Knowle West Pre Planning Protocol (see front page story).

The purpose is to promote better communication and earlier engagement - so that what the

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Social value – an example

KWA has been meeting with Boklok to look for benefits to the local community (social value).

Boklok is committed to working with re:work – with the aim of awarding them the Airport Road grounds maintenance contract.

This will provide income for the charity and work for local people.

The developer is now seeking other social value opportunities, including working with local schools. It has also committed to communicating its ongoing plans and timelines with the community, including through The Knowledge.

Artist’s impression of new housing off Leinster Avenue which will be 100 per cent Affordable.

community says is heard and can influence plans at the early stages.

We want to make sure local people are able to take an active and informed role in building Knowle West for the future.

KWA believes good community involvement at the pre-application stage makes development better and reduces developer risk.

By having conversations we can come up with ideas and make sure the 14 community objectives in the Knowle West Regeneration Framework are considered: www.bristol.gov.uk/planning-andbuildingregulations/knowle-westregeneration-framework For more information visit: www.knowlewestalliance.co.uk

Image courtesy of Bristol City Council

What is "Affordable" anyway?

The council’s Affordable Housing policies are set out in the Bristol Local Plan.

These require that all new developments have a percentage of Affordable Housing. For most local sites that minimum legal requirement is 30 per cent.

Many of the proposals in Knowle West are a mix of market rate and Affordable for example, 100 per cent of the houses on the Broad Plain plans are considered Affordable.

This is also the case for the council's plans for homes behind the old cinema on Filwood Broadway and the back of KnowleDGE – as well as Leinster Avenue, Kingswear Road and Marshall Walk.

Boklok on Airport Road has confirmed 47 per cent of the housing will be Affordable and we are waiting to hear from other sites.

PLANNING

What about our play spaces?

By Alliance Co-ordinator Lucy Holburn

– stating that “children and young people deserve a range of age appropriate, safe, quality play spaces across the estate for recreation and play.”

In response to residents' The Old Swimming Pool site concerns about potential loss of plans proposed for 33 homes play space - Knowle West Alliance (KWA) recently held a meeting of local schools, children's centres and youth groups.

This group has written to LiveWest regarding the Old Swimming Pool site on Filwood Broadway and responded directly to Planning Officers about the Broad Plain site Image: LiveWest

Local headteachers have helped KWA staff design a questionnaire for children and young people - to collect current information about where people play, what we need for now and for the future.

We believe children and young people should be central to the conversation about building a thriving community.

The online survey will be distributed by local schools and youth provisions - please fill it in when it is sent to you - the more responses we get the better.

A big thank you to young people in Knowle West

Are you a young person living or working in Knowle West? We would like to say a big THANK YOU for keeping yourselves, your families, schools and the wider community safe - by taking care and following government guidelines during this difficult time.

“Wow what amazing children we have here in Knowle West who have been so great at keeping us all safe this year. Well done all of you and thanks.” George Franks, Headteacher at Oasis Connaught “Thank you to all our children who adapted to virtual learning during the lockdowns and who have followed our risk assessments throughout. We are so proud of you!” Lakmini Harkus, Headteacher at Greenfield E-Act Academy “The children in our school showed amazing resilience during lockdown, keeping their learning going at home and coming back to school full of enthusiasm and really enjoying being with their friends.” Matt Condon, Headteacher at School of Christ the King “When people have needed to self-isolate, they’ve asked for Zoom sessions. When out and about the young people have socially distanced, helping us all keep safe.”

Youth Worker Paul Coyne THANK YOU from the Knowle West COVID Action Group, schools, parents and carers and residents as well as the police, youth organisations, Knowle West Alliance and Bristol City Council for keeping your community safe. Keep going - we will get through this together.

Image courtesy of Youth Moves.

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What is Knowle West Future?

Knowle West Future (KWF) wants to see a thriving community in our area - through the Knowle West

Making sense of planning – a beginner’s guide

By Len Wyatt, Knowle West Future

Planning is too important to ignore - it changes our local area not just for a year or two but often many decades.

Just think, the majority of houses in Knowle exist because of decisions made nearly 100 years ago!

When trying to understand the planning system - which deals with changes to land and buildings - people can feel overwhelmed, so they give up, or even ignore developments that they don’t want to see in their community.

Regeneration plans agreed in 2012 and other initiatives.

It is helping to get local residents, community groups and businesses involved in planning issues.

It does its work in two ways – commenting on formal planning documents for major developments and setting up

PLANNING and supporting working groups to look at specific issues such as Filwood Broadway and Knowle West Health Park.

But it’s not as complicated as it may seem. So, grab a coffee and read through this simple guide to how it works:

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ny proposed changes have to go through a number of steps, before building can start – and this can take a long time.

The planning proposal needs to be in line with planning policy, and other “material considerations” such as community feedback: this is where you come in!

You can comment on planning applications at: www.bristol.gov. uk/planning-and-building-regulations/comment-on-a-planningapplication How do you know what’s happening when?

• Join a local community group like Knowle West Alliance or Knowle West Future • Follow local groups on Facebook or Twitter • Search ‘Knowle West ‘ on the Bristol Post website • Look at local notice boards and lamp posts • Read this newsletter!

I hope this guide has been helpful and that you now feel ready to give feedback on the plans for your community!

Bristol City Council Planning Process

Make ‘Em Listen KW A resident member of Knowle West Future (KWF) is offering to help local people have their say

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about housing developments in the area.

Kat Hegarty can help people get their voice heard if they have concerns about a planning application - or they can attend

KWF meetings to learn more about what’s going on.

Email Kat at: makeemlistenkw@ yahoo.com or for more information about KWF visit: www.knowlewest. co.uk/kwandf/ or their Facebook.

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Local voices OPINION: The landscape is changing

By Stuart Ferris

The Knowle West we have all come to love is rapidly changing. For better or worse?

Where there were open spaces for kids to play, dog walkers to exercise their hounds and generally people enjoying - green areas are now Over 90 objections to Broad Plain development

neglect of Filwood Broadway, which was supposed to be redeveloped eons ago, stuck in time at a point where the local council gave up on it and it has been left in a terrible state.

Those of you who, like me, are tired of funds being pumped into new housing - but not amenities for the already established good folk of Knowle West, it’s time to make yourself known.

Write to local MP Karin Smyth and Mayor Marvin Rees and voice these concerns.

of green space for biodiversity, a children’s play trail and food growing facilities" for future residents.

She said: “We developed and refined the design of the scheme over two years, ensuring it responds well to the site’s constraints, surrounding character and neighbouring properties..”

Community engagement was carried out in July 2019 - before the Pre Planning Protocol.* To view details of the consultations, plans and objections visit: http://pa.bristol.gov.uk/ reference 21/00816/F *For information about the Pre Planning Protocol see p4.

Artist's impression of the Broad Plain development.

people and brings the Health Park Amphitheatre to life.

To find out more email martha. king@kwmc.org.uk View the Public Art Strategy at: www.knowlewest.co.uk/knowlewest-public-arts-strategy/ or contact Martha for a paper copy.

Block West at KWMC

Image: Ibolya Feher

Knowle West is unique as the only area in Bristol already

By KWMC Arts Programme Manager having a Public Art Strategy; Martha King ‘The Manual’. It includes tips, What kind of Public Art do we want in inspiration and guiding Knowle West? …What even is Public principles to make sure any Art? Public Art in the neighbourhood Knowle West Media Centre (KWMC) involves residents throughout has been holding community and is rooted in the community. meetings to explore these questions At the meetings we’ve been and share ideas. coming up with new ideas to With so much housing development present to developers. So far going on - and developers keen to people have imagined Public fund Public Art - now is a great time to Art that shows off the stunning decide as a neighbourhood what we views, welcomes new want and be part of making it happen. residents, involves young Public Art in Knowle West

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being viciously eaten up by housing developments.

This wouldn’t be a sore point - but it now seems every available green space in and around Knowle West is being utilised for the sole purpose of developers to stick homes upon.

Of course most people would agree more housing is needed, however at the expense of an already established community, it seems a step too far.

Another thorn in the side of many residents is the wilful

Image courtesy of Curo

Over 90 objections have been made to plans for the development of 47 homes at Broad Plain on Broadbury Road.

Curo Housing Association has proposals for 22 flats and 25 houses - available to rent at social and affordable rates and to buy through Shared Ownership.

Residents’ concerns include loss of play area and replacement of the existing playground not being sufficient, the amount of housing and the height as well as loss of green space and wildlife habitat.

They are also worried about extra traffic on Broadbury Road as well as increased strain on local facilities - and the use of historic drainage which could cause flooding.

A Curo spokesperson said development plans included “areas

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Local voices Local groups form in response to developments Two campaign groups have formed in Knowle West in response to proposed developments on the Western Slopes and the Health Park.

Residents are worried about losing valuable green space – which could affect wildlife and people’s health.

But Bristol City Council says the sites were earmarked for development as part of the Knowle West Regeneration Framework in 2012 - to deliver urgently needed, affordable homes to the area. .

Friends of the Western Slopes was created following plans from both the council and developer Lovell - which could see over 500 homes on land from Novers Hill to Hartcliffe Way. Members are questioning the proposals “given recent climate and ecological emergencies” - saying the Slopes provide “green lungs” between Hartcliffe Way and the recycling depot.

It is also a Site of Nature Conservation Interest because of the rare wildlife there.

Both the council and Lovell say they are still in the early New shop on Filwood Broadway A new shop selling fresh fruit and vegetables as well as international products opened at the end of April on Filwood Broadway.

Filwood International Mini Market, on the site of the former Bitz N’ Bobz secondhand shop, also sells a range of groceries, soft drinks and frozen food.

The store is owned by Pola Akbar who decided to launch in the area after doing research in Knowle West.

He said: “I looked round to find these sorts of products

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stages and will be consulting with local people and interest groups. They are carrying out ecological surveys and will be working with ecologists.

Wildlife corridors will be left and a “swathe of land to be protected as open space and as a Site of Nature Conservation Importance.”

Facebook: Friends of the Western Slopes Knowle West Health Park Community Group was set up following consultation this spring on proposals for 50 homes on the land at Downton Road.

The group wanted to “make sure people could come together to share their use of the park and discuss the plans…”

The site has a running track and outdoor gym for community use as well as provision for young people.

Members fear losing a well-used site, designed to improve the wellbeing of the community, “would have a detrimental impact.”

But a council spokesperson said any future proposals would “seek to retain or re-provide the playground and multi-use games area... with provision improved wherever possible.”

He added: “We have now paused the project to ensure we have the time and space to work more closely with the community, including working with the ward councillors and the Knowle West Alliance...” www.healthparkhomes.com Facebook: Knowle West Health Park Community Group

KnowlePlain West Health Park Artist's impression of the Broad development.

and couldn’t. There is a definite need and I haven’t seen any other fresh fruit and veg around here…

“We also have a PayPoint and Payzone for British Gas top up and bills and are an Amazon collection point. I’ve been talking to people and they are really excited about having this shop on their doorstep.”

Although there are supermarkets at Imperial Retail Park and greengrocers in Knowle and Bedminster – a shop selling year-round fresh produce in the heart of Knowle West has always been a common ask.

Director Pola Akbar in the new store

Pola adds: “We will be getting an extra awning to protect the fruit and veg, so we can have a larger range outside, hopefully by the end of June.”

Filwood International Mini Market is based at 47 Filwood Broadway, BS4 1JL. It is open seven days a week from 8am to 10pm.

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Local voices New additions to Inns Court Community and Family Centre A kitchen garden, soft play area and community café are some welcome new facilities opening at Inns Court Community and Family Centre (ICCFC) over the next few months.

Inns Court Kitchen Garden is a community growing project supported to get off the ground by a number of partners. These include Boing! Softplay, Family Action FOOD Clubs and Knowle West Alliance as well as Learning Communities, South Bristol Children’s Centres and the Children’s Kitchen.

Simon Green from Family Action FOOD Clubs says: “The vision is to create a community space where people can come

www.knowlewest.co.uk to learn about growing, wildlife, cooking and eating. Somewhere that can host events and gatherings in the coming months... ” The garden is managed by dedicated volunteer Chris Boddington, who has worked with organisations to source resources from seeds and compost to tools and trees, and supports volunteering groups.

Boing! Softplay Family Centre and café - aimed at nought to fives and their parents/carers is due to open this September.

CEO of Boing! Bristol CIC and Development Worker for ICCFC, Richard Reddrop, says: “Boing! will be a friendly and safe place for children to run around and play whilst their parents/ carers have some time to themselves, meet with friends and family, access support and/or join their children in the softplay!...”

Alongside, but separate to Boing!, ICCFC will also be running a community cafe for residents of all ages. For more information visit: www.iccfc.co.uk To get involved in the kitchen garden email: simon.green@ family-action.org.uk

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Local voices Third novel for Knowle West volunteer

By Community Reporter Vincent White

Bristol author, poet and Knowle West volunteer Steven Golding has just had his third book published - despite never touching a computer until the age of 40.

His latest novel was written during lockdown, a pagan story titled Philosophy of Witchcraft.

Steven (56) was inspired to start writing two and a half years ago after visiting pagan festivals in Glastonbury.

His first book, Peace in these Troubled Times, has a lighthearted fantasy folklore theme about a mythical fairy, with bits of poetry throughout.

He puts his success down to his parents, who persuaded him to go to the City of Bristol

www.knowlewest.co.uk At one point, in his quest to get his first book published in 2018, he almost gave up - but was lucky to find a publisher in America called Author House.

Steven went on to write a sequel, The Fairy and the Witch published in 2019.

He has also had his books and poems acknowledged by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge who have sent him two letters.

He says: “It was the help, encouragement and support of some of my College in 2004 to study friends that business administration helped me Steven’s first introduction to along the the world of IT. journey… If I After the loss of his dad in can start writing 2013, he started to go to Bristol later in life, Central Library. And with the anyone can.” help of his support worker, Grant Philosophy of Witchcraft is out in and library staff - his dream of June and available from Amazon writing a book came true. and Waterstones.

Were you at Novers Lane Infants School in the 1960s?

A former headteacher of Novers Lane Infants School is interested in memories and photographs from any past pupils who might remember her.

Miss Ruth Pryce (93) was deputy head from around 1961 for a year and then head teacher of the school until she Song for Bristol created with help from Filwood community Knowle West residents and creatives have helped local pop music artist KALA CHNG produce a record for A New Song for Bristol.

The project was launched by Bristol Beacon in November 2020 asking for new tracks created with or inspired by groups and individuals in the city – and KALA’S song Boombox

left in 1970 – and is writing a memoir of her time there.

She says post war there were a lot of young families moving into is one of six chosen.

KALA, who grew up in Knowle West and works at Filwood Community Centre, says she could never have written the track without the help of local people. They shared their stories of lockdown in a Zoom workshop and were her inspiration throughout the process.

the area and a number of schools had been built to cope with the extra children.

She remembers: “It was a lovely time to be there, I will always have very special memories of Knowle West. " Mothers were very supportive and used to come into the school and join in…”

Anyone who was a pupil at the school and remembers Miss Pryce can email memories or scanned photos via her friend Judith to: sluggett@gmail.com She wrote the song – a mixture of her signature pop with Chinese influence - during the third lockdown. Her accompanying performance video has been match-funded by Knowle West Alliance with Lottery funding.

KALA says: “I am so grateful for the opportunity to work with the community and with Bristol Beacon on this, it’s been an amazing and learning experience…”

To listen to Boombox visit: www.kalachng.com

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Local voices History group seeks new home A local history group is urging residents to visit its archives before it’s too late – as precious artefacts could be disposed of if members don’t find a new home.

Filwood Chase History Group (FCHG) has been at The Park Centre in Daventry Road since March 2010. But with the charity moving to a new building this December, there will be no room for the group.

FCHG Chair Jim Smith writes: “If you are interested in preserving/learning about local history we have a room full of New health and wellbeing walks round South Bristol

By Community Reporter and walk leader Vincent White

Knowle West Health Park has new and interesting walks starting in the area - which incorporate bits of local history, nature and scenic views.

These also have the benefits of improving physical and mental wellbeing - along with meeting new people and socialising.

They are coordinated by Laura Hathway, who has worked for Knowle West Health Park since 2008 and runs a team of trained Man Alive back in business as lockdown eases

By Man Alive Co-ordinator Jack Philips

The Man Alive group - based at Knowle West Health Park - is up and running activities in the community again as lockdown restrictions are easing.

The group’s first project has been building raised beds in the garden at Inns Court Community Centre, in collaboration with Community Learning.

Eight group members chipped

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old maps, models of buildings, books, archaeological finds from digs, published accounts of events, with photographs, coins, fossils,and guides - all of local interest.

“Please be quick! We have to find a space to store these archives by 12 December. We welcome any suggestions you might have, as well as sharing your interest in all things local.”

Director of The Park, Emma Hinton says: “Whilst we are excited that The Park will be moving into new and improved premises, it does unfortunately mean that we are unable to take all tenants with us as the building is smaller. volunteer walk leaders.

She says: “I get immense satisfaction from my role as a walk coordinator, supporting people’s mental health, wellbeing and their growing confidence of getting out of isolation in their homes…”

The walks cater for all abilities and cover areas such as the Northern Slopes, Redcatch Park and Crox Bottom as well as Whitchurch Airfield. Another being considered is from Filwood Tree Champion Jim Smith, an expert on trees and plants.

Walker Robert Allward says: “I feel happier, feel fitter and get in to build the planters, which will be used to grow veg and flowers.

The group is now setting to work on designing and building a memorial bench for a former trustee of the community centre.

Man Alive offers a range of other activities in the local area including a monthly breakfast at Springfield Allotments, walking and cycling trips, and regular online sessions.

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Members of Filwood Chase History Group with some of their artefacts.

“We are sad that the History Group will be unable to move across and will do all we can to help them find alternative accommodation.”

FCHG is open for visits on Tuesdays from 1-4pm. If you can help find the group a new home email jimsmith012 @yahoo.co.uk, call 0792 688 9379 or pop a letter into The Park.

Walk leaders at Knowle West Healthy Living Centre.

around more and don’t feel so anxious - and it’s been good for my mental health.”

The walks take place Mondays to Thursdays at 10am, leaving from the Health Park or other local sites. For more information email Laura at: lhathway@knowlewesthealthpark.co.uk

For more information or to join email: jack.phillips@knowlewest healthpark. co.uk or call 0773 964 9841.

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t KWHA we have been working hard on developing our allotment and Forest School site ready for the community of Filwood and Knowle.

We are keen to hear from any groups or individuals that are interested in taking part in sessions at our beautiful space.

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hanks to Bristol City Council and its COVID-19 Winter Fund - The Sprint received a generous grant to help support our members during lockdown. This allowed us to provide Welfare Hampers.

We had many a shopping trip to local supermarkets buying groceries, personal care products, household cleaning products and

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o, we are back and open and it feels great...

The club would like to thank all those that came and out and supported us and is looking forward to all those members who are still

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crafts and nature connection practice.

We are actively seeking new local groups and individuals who feel they could benefit from access to new skills and activities in a calming space.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss possible sessions we could provide for you, please get in touch with our Allotment Tutor, Robyn, at allotment@knowlewesthealth assoc.org.uk

sweet treats as well as nibbles, some lovely goodies. flowers and Easter eggs - and The Sprint trips are now spent a good couple of weeks running again! For details visit preparing them for delivery. our website www.theinnscourt The look on our members’ communityandfamilycentre. faces, the tears, the smiles were com, our Facebook page or an absolute joy for us. We at The call 0117 904 8215.

Sprint team thoroughly enjoyed doing this and wanted to share our story with you...

Special thanks to B&Q for donating the hamper bags and ASDA Whitchurch for donating B & Q donated 120 bags to the scheme for hampers.

waiting to visit. Take your time and feel safe and you will be welcomed back.

We would also like to thank all the people that helped renovate our building and changed our club for the better.

At the end of this year it will be our official 60th anniversary when the building was opened school, Oasis Academy Connaught.

Since the end of May, we've been running a pared back timetable of masterclasses for children and adults.

Safety of students and staff is our number one priority but we ensure that classes are as interactive and inspiring as ever.

All profits from sales of our

in 1962. More details will be released or you can catch up on our Facebook page: www. facebook.com/groups/novers

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masterclass help fund our food education work in schools and our community. For details of all our classes visit: www.squarefoodfoundation.co.uk

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fter months of our buildings being temporarily closed, we’re looking forward to welcoming you back through our doors! Full details of what’s coming up can be found in the special KWMC insert page in this issue.

During the COVID pandemic we’ve worked with over 1,100 people, including young people, artists, organisations and the Knowle West Alliance (to name a few!) Together, we’ve been able to achieve some exciting things - here are a few of the year’s highlights: Block West Last summer local people worked with Automated Architecture Labs (AUAR) to design and build a pavilion outside KWMC. It’s been used for outdoor meetings, training courses and performances, and was recently awarded a Social Sustainability Prize by the Architects’ Journal!

Exploring COVID and technology In 2020 we worked with Knowle West Alliance and University of Bristol to explore whether the COVID pandemic had affected how people use technology and the internet. Thanks to everyone who completed the community survey! We’re currently working with an artist to come up with a creative way to present the results…

Online activities During COVID lockdowns we ran a range of free training and creative activities online. You can follow our tutorial for making a face mask and catch up with online talks at kwmc. org.uk/virtualfactory/ and access free creative resources for young people at kwmc.org.uk/jumpstudios

www.filwoodcentre.org.uk For more information call: 0117 914 9216 email: info@filwoodcentre.org.uk Filwood Community Centre, Barnstaple Road, Knowle West, BS4 1JP

With coronavirus restrictions being eased, many of our groups have started up again and we’re planning some events. Full details on our website.

Dance workshops

Over the summer, there will be FREE dance workshops at our community centre. Wednesdays from 6-7pm on 14 July, 21 July, 28 July and 4 August.

These will end with a performance at the Filwood Community Market on Filwood Broadway on Saturday 7 August. If you want to get involved and for more information, email claudia.collins@filwoodcentre.org.uk

Knowle West Wishes

This spring, we did the Knowle West Wishes project. This included: making LOVE-ly creations in our windows that we made with Meg; spreading kindness with Julian from the Art of Kindness; creating a mural on the front of re:store; celebrating St Patrick’s Day the Knowle West Way; and also handing out Easter egg decorating kits. The final part of the Wishes project saw the Grow Your Own Gert Big Sunflower Competition, where sunflower kits were shared around the area. For more information, check out www.knowlewest.co.uk/knowle-westwishes/

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We are thrilled that the crazy golf course in our community centre is launching this July! Big thank you to everyone who has helped us make it happen, especially the team at re:work, incredible volunteers, and the Mini Golf Club who formed the designs virtually over lockdown last year! We will be having a ‘tee-party' on Saturday 3 July to celebrate the launch!

More info on this soon and the future golf opening hours, so keep your eyes peeled. Find out more at: suzie.davison@ filwood centre.org.uk

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www.reworkltd.org.uk Energy In June re:work started a new project with Bristol Energy Network and Bristol City Council to help reduce people’s electricity bills. Re:work will be helping people make practical changes to improve the energy efficiency of their homes, with financial support for making those improvements.

If you are a homeowner with a household income under £30,000, who needs to improve the energy performance of your home, then register at: www.energyservicebristol.co.uk/funding/ before the 31st of July.

For more info on energy saving tips & opportunities visit the South Bristol Energy Champions Facebook page The shop After the fire in January we are still waiting for work to start at re:store.

In the meantime, we will be selling loads of great stuff at Filwood Community Market on the 1st Saturday of each month. We are still Café news The re:fill café in Filwood Community Centre is trying out new ideas.

Monday Fry Ups have been massively popular, a huge fry up for £4.50 – what’s not to love? Don’t miss out, visit the re:fill café any Monday, 9-10am, for your big breakfast.

Tuesdays are tricky, a long way

collecting ideas on the future of the shop, suggestions have included a repair shop, space for people to sell things they make on commission and eco cleaning products refill stations.

Got an idea for the new and improved re:store? from the weekend, a midweek lull that deserves cheering up.

Why not order a freshly baked, beautiful cake? Order by 4pm on Monday and we will deliver it to your home/office for 2pm the next day. Cup of tea and a slice of cake… making Tuesdays great again!

Have a look at the re:fill Facebook page.

the Brook is a new residential community on Airport Road.

Building on the success of our brilliant Re:work will be working with team re:grow, we are proud to Robinson Jones, the managing announce that they will be starting agent, to manage the communal a new contract for the grounds areas of the development. maintenance at the BoKlok. What is Our re:grow team, along with the BoKlok I hear you ask? BoKlok on support from our students Gardening

The re:work team All of our projects are supported by young volunteers who contribute so much and learn valuable skills in return. Our current cohort of six young people work on all of our projects. They support the Inns Court residents’ group to beautify the

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Get in touch - you can pop in, call us or visit our re:store Facebook page.

Short-term, we’ll be fixing up no 4 Filwood Broadway to trial some of your ideas while work on re:store is happening.

area, look after the Health Park grounds, cook cakes in the café, keep track of our stock of LED lightbulbs, call people up to offer them services and freebies, and clean, sort and fix donated items for the shop.

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We’re open from 8am – 3pm, ng more great youth workout in 2021. so take time in our vibrant café or relax in our peaceful courtyard.

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It will be delivered by national youth charity OnSide Youth Zones in partnership with Youth Moves and Bristol City Council.

Youth Moves will continue to operate as an independent, local charity and we will take on the running of the new youth work facility which will replicate 14 others across the country.

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It’s great to be out and about again. In holidays we’ve been able to take young people on trips – from canoeing and mountain biking to picnics and walks in the woods – and even to the sea. Check out our Facebook: youth-moves

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Directory Useful contacts: Bristol South MP Karin Smyth - karin.smyth. mp@parliament.uk 0117 953 3575.

Filwood Councillors Cllr Chris Jackson: cllr.christopher.jackson@ bristol.gov.uk Zoe Goodman: cllr.zoe.goodman@ bristol.gov.uk Support lines: Young Minds Text YM to 85258 for urgent mental health support.

Available all day every day.

Independent Mental Health Network (IMHN) has a range of support numbers: https:// www.imhn.org/coro navirus/ guide/bristol-home/ Mind (mental health support): 0808 8080330 Bristol Mental Health (emergency number): 0300 5550334 National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000247 Age UK local support helpline: 0117 929 7537 Citizen’s Advice Helpline can help those in financial crisis: 0808 2082138 (Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm).

Carers Support Centre Carers Line 0117 965 2200 WECIL – Weekly check in and chat service for disabled adults: 0797 368 6389.

Support Hub – Help with a variety of things from shopping and prescription collection to access to emergency food, 8.30am-5pm, Mon-Fri. Call 0800 694 0184.

Free counselling There is a wait list but please email: counsellingcoordinator @knowlewesthealthassoc.org. uk or call/text: 07340 079316 to be added to it.

Filwood Hope Filwood Hope is open Mon and Tues 9.30am-1pm for help

www.knowlewest.co.uk and advice. Wed – Fri call 0771 266 1241 or email advice@filwood hope.org Help with form filling, use of telephone, benefit and debt advice, referrals to foodbank.

Bristol Libraries:

Peer Support Group Redcatch Centre, Wed 1.30-3.30pm, for ages 18 plus. Visit changesbristol. org.uk for info.

Groups:

Food Clubs in Knowle West: Knowle West Children’s Centre: Tues 3-5pm Leinster Avenue, BS4 1NN. Contact: janet.naw rocki@bristol-schools.uk Inns Court Family and Community Centre: Thurs 1-3pm, 1 Marshall Walk, BS4 1TR. Contact: janet.nawrocki@bristolschools.uk Oasis Connaught Community Hub: Fri 1-3pm, Melvin Square, Bristol BS4 1NH. Contact: Sammy.Ball@Oasis Connaught.org We also have weekly cooking courses for 50 families.

Visit: Facebook Oasis Hub South Bristol.

Foodbank Salvation Army in Padstow Road. For selfreferrals. Tues 11am2pm. For more info visit Facebook: Bristol South Salvation Army.

Courses: Community Learning offers FREE courses for adults aged 19 plus who may have few or no formal qualifications. We will soon be back to faceto-face. Online courses use Zoom – with help to get online. We have tablets and laptops for loan for some courses.

Contact Lucy on 0778 835 3446 or email: lucy. fieldhouse@bristol.gov.uk Visit communitylearning west.net/allcourses/

Visit www.facebook.com/ BristolLibraries/ for details of online events. For more info and to join visit www. bristol.gov.uk/libraries archives Health and Wellbeing Classes Knowle West Healthy Living Centre offers a range of online sessions from seated exercise and Tai Chi to Zoom Fitness and Art on Referral. Visit www.knowlewesthealth park.co.uk/services/allservices/

Gardening Friends of Filwood An online community to share, learn and grow.

Join the Facebook group.

Slimming World Sessions Mon and Fri at Filwood Community Centre. Contact Kim on 0792 002 3170 to get involved.

Families/Young People: Oasis Hub - Summer Holiday Programme Six week activity programme for children.

To find out more and book a place, visit Facebook @Oasis HubSB Knowle West Bike Club Tues evenings at Newquay Road park for ages 8 plus. Facebook Grass Root Communities.

Skemer’s Boxing Gym Open over the summer holidays. Visit skemers cbc.com for details.

My Wild Child Wed 10–11.30am during term time, on Northern Slopes. Meet at Bommie entrance (next to 105 Wedmore Vale). Outdoor play for ages 2-4. Must book.Visit www.avonwild lifetrust.org.uk or email alex.dommett@ avonwildlifetrust.org.uk

New parent and toddler group Starting soon at the Salvation Army Hall in Padstow Road for 0-4s, Thurs 10.30am - midday.

Facebook: BristolSouthSalvationArmy.

South Bristol Children’s Centres For family activities, visit south bristolcc.org.uk or Facebook@ SouthBristolChildrenCentre Hub

Visit Bristol website www.visitbristol.co.uk/whatson/family-events How to be a Chef Free 12 week vocational cooking programme for age 16 plus. Register for autumn: www. squarefoodfoundation.co.uk Events (June - September): Project Night (online) Bi-monthly on last Thurs, 6-8pm.Meet-up for creatives, makers, artists and producers working in and with communities. Next date: 26 August. Join in person at KWMC or via Zoom. RSVP to: georgia@kwmc.org.uk Filwood Community Market First Sat of the month,10am3pm on Filwood Broadway.

For a stall, to volunteer or busk email filwoodcommunity markets@gmail.com Redcatch Community Garden Open 9.30-4pm Mon-Sat and 9.30-7pm on Sun. For event details visit the Facebook page.

Crazy Golf Course Tee Party Sat 3 July at Filwood Community Centre. Time TBC. Free dance workshops Wed from 6-7pm on 14, 21 and 28 July and 4 August at Filwood Community Centre.

Performance at Filwood Community Market Sat 7 August. Email claudia. collins@filwoodcentre.org.uk Pop-up art exhibition RWA art exhibition “Varekai” in the café, Bristol Community Links South, Langhill Ave, from 1-24 September. Family workshop Sat 4 Sept,10.30am12.30pm. www.rwa.org.uk

Visit www.knowlewest.co.uk for more events, stories and information or Knowle West Alliance Facebook page.

Planned Developments in Knowle West Information provided by Bristol City Council and accurate as of June 2021

Former cinema, garage and land to rear - Filwood Broadway Bristol City Council (BCC) Site Allocation number BSA1120 Number of Homes: 30 Percentage affordable: 100% Info: Site proposed for new council homes with a ground floor community use on the corner of the former cinema. Structural works to make the cinema site secure are underway, with demolition soon to follow. Final designs are being completed ready for public consultation to start in June 2021.

How local people can get involved: Ward councillors, Knowle West Alliance and others will be informed before consultation starts. Details will be published on BCC’s Consultation Hub at www.bristol.citizenspace.com Former swimming pool site on Filwood Broadway BCC Site Allocation BSA1122 Number of Homes: 33 Percentage affordable: To be confirmed, 30% policy requirement Info: Developer LiveWest is proposing a mix of houses and apartments.

How local people can get involved: Consultation started in April and closed on 7 May 2021.

Consultation boards were put up outside the site, a telephone line allowed people to request paper copies, or people could visit a website: www.filwoodbroadway-consultation.co.uk Knowle DGE extension BCC Site Allocation BSA1115 Location: Novers Road Number of Homes: Two supported living units for younger people, plus a Sixth Form Centre.

Percentage affordable: 100% Info: Currently in construction with internal works commenced. All works are programmed for completion at the end of Oct 2021.

How local people can get involved: Consultations held in Feb-May 2018 and Dec 2019. You can view the outcome of these and other details of the planning application at https://pa.bristol.gov.uk/ by searching application reference 20/01383/F

Kingswear BCC site allocation BSA1124 Location: Kingswear Road BS3 5JF Number of Homes: 34 Percentage affordable: 100% Info: Site being proposed for new council homes (24 houses and ten flats) on south side of Kingswear Road, with gardens built into the slopes behind.

Planning Application submitted in February 2021, outcome to be determined.

How local people can get involved: Consultations held in Dec 2019 – Jan 2020, and Jan 2021. You can view the outcome of these and other details of the planning application at https://pa.bristol.gov.uk/ by searching application reference 21/00824/FB

Knowle West Health Park BCC site allocation number BSA1112 Location: Knowle West Health Park, Downton Road.

Number of Homes: TBC Percentage affordable: At least 30% Info: BCC is working with a design team consisting of global company WSP with Stride Treglown architects and Participatr. The site is proposed to be taken forwards by Goram Homes. Details of the background and first phase of consultation can be found at: https://healthparkhomes.com/ How local people can get involved: A first phase of consultation started in February 2021. Due to the high number of responses and concerns raised, BCC will have further discussions with the community through ward councillors and Knowle West Alliance before progressing this project further. Further details at: https://bristol.citizenspace.com/development-of-place/shapethe-future-of-knowle-west-health-park/ Leinster Avenue BCC site allocation number BSA1115 Location: Near Novers Road & Camberley Road Number of Homes: 71 Percentage affordable: 100% Info: Former school site proposed for new council homes (51 houses and 21 flats). Proposals have residential units on each side of a street, arranged in terraces with apartment blocks alongside proposed open space. Planning application submitted in July 2020, still to be determined.

How local people can get involved: Engagement and consultations held in Oct – Dec 2019. You can view the outcome of these and other details of the planning application at https://pa.bristol.gov.uk/ by searching application reference 20/03297/F

Marshall Walk Inns Court Location: Creswicke Road & Inns Court Drive Number of Homes: 15 Percentage affordable: 100% Info: Following public consultation and initial planning comments, the design team is developing the designs ready to carry out a second phase of public consultation this summer. Following this, the design will be submitted for detailed planning in autumn 2021.

How local people can get involved: Details and dates for the next public consultation are yet to be confirmed, but will be on the council’s Consultation Hub. Details of the last consultation can be found via: https://bristol.citizenspace.com/resources/inns-court-public-consultation/ Novers Hill BCC site Allocation BSA1108 Location: East of Hartcliffe Way and West of Novers Lane Number of Homes: TBC Percentage affordable: TBC, 30% policy requirement Info: The BCC owned site (southern part of BSA1108) to be taken forwards by Goram Homes. There are no immediate plans for development on BCC land, and it will take time to get any plans right – respecting and enhancing the ecology in the area.

How local people can get involved: BCC is still in the early stages of considering the approach. Local residents and Avon Wildlife Trust will be consulted fully and be able to contribute their views as part of any consultation about plans brought forwards. * Lovell working with Pegasus planning consultants is looking at two allocations.

Location: The southern half is shared with BCC, allocation BSA1108 above - the northern half, BSA1114 is land at Novers Hill, adjacent to industrial units.

Number of homes: 157 (110 open market and 47 affordable).

Percentage affordable: 30%, a combination of shared ownership and low cost rent.

Info: Lovell has an agreement with the land owner to pursue a planning application, but only on part of the Western Slopes. Some of the slopes will be retained as they are and much of the land remains under the council’s ownership. The land occupied by local businesses is not included in Lovell’s proposals and those businesses will be able to continue leasing those properties.

How local people can get involved: Details of an independent public consultation where local people will be able to see plans for the scheme, talk to representatives from Lovell and give feedback will be announced soon. * information provided by Lovell South Wales and South West Airport Road BCC site allocation BSA1113 & BSA1117 Location: Airport Road Number of Homes: 173 Percentage affordable: 30% Info: The IKEA and Skanska’s pre-fabricated Modern Method of Construction, (MMC) housing development, BoKlok on the Brook, began on site in December 2020.

Further details on the development are found at www.boklokonthebrook.co.uk How local people can get involved: Consultations held in Nov and Dec 2019 are complete on this site and planning is granted. You can view the details of the consultations carried out as part of the planning process here at http://pa.bristol.gov.uk/ by searching application reference 20/00299/F Broad Plain BCC Site Allocation BSA1118 Location: Near Leinster Avenue & Broadbury Road Number of Homes: 47 Percentage affordable: 100% Info: Housing Association and Developer Curo are proposing to deliver 25 houses and 22 flats and maisonettes. The plans do not include the Broad Plain House social club, which will remain. Curo provided an update in November 2020 before submitting for planning in February 2021. Further details: www.curo-group. co.uk/house-building/schemes/broadbury-road-bristol/ How local people can get involved: Consultation was held in July 2019. You can view the details of the consultations carried out and comment on the proposals as part of the planning process at http://pa.bristol.gov.uk/ by searching application reference 21/00816/F The Park - New Secondary School Location: The Park Centre in Daventry Road Number of Homes: n/a Info: A hybrid application for developing the site included a new community use, extension to existing sports hall and erection of a new secondary school.

The Department of Education has confirmed a build programme for the school starting on site January 2022 for completion in August 2023.

How local people can get involved: Consultations were held between January and August 2019. You can view the outcome of these and other details of the planning application at https://pa.bristol.gov.uk/ by searching application reference 19/04881/P Filwood Park BCC site allocation BSA1110 Location: Creswicke Road & Hengrove Way Number of Homes: 150 Percentage affordable: 30% Info: These homes are currently under construction by developer Barratt Homes, and are all sold out.

Further details on the site can be found at: www.barratthomes.co.uk/new-homes/city-of-bristol/h702901-filwood-park/ How local people can get involved: Consultation is complete on this site and planning is granted. You can view the details of the consultations carried out as part of the planning process at http://pa.bristol.gov.uk/ by searching application references 17/00684/M and 12/00352/P

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Welcome back!

After the long months of lockdown, we’re looking forward to welcoming people back into our spaces to make, create, learn and connect in person. We’re reopening gradually and putting a range of COVID safety measures in place in our buildings.

There are lots of exciting things to get involved in over the coming months – both online and at KWMC and KWMC The Factory: Summer Programme July – August (free) Our holiday activities for young people are now open for booking: - Young People Can Make: making and construction (27 & 28 July) - Maker City: making, social action and product design (3 & 4 August) - Sound Wave: music and podcasting (9, 10 & 11 August) Contact jumpstudios@kwmc.org.uk or call 0117 903 0444 for details. Future Legacy Project 22 September to 20 November (free) Experiment with photography, video, animation and product design, and put your new skills to the test as you create your own social action project. Open to young women aged 16-18 from London and Bristol, the programme runs includes a three-day retreat in October.

Register your interest at futurelegacyproject.com New-look making space Building work is underway at KWMC The Factory (based at Filwood Green Business Park) to create new training, making and working areas.

Opening this autumn, the new space will offer access to tools, equipment and affordable fabrication services, including sewing and embroidery machines and laser-cutting facilities.

Become a member and connect to a network of makers! Factory Takeover: Monday 2 August, 10am - 1pm (free) Our after-school Maker City group will be taking over The Factory in a family-friendly event.

More details coming soon! Email fiona@kwmc.org.uk to register interest. MADE in South Bristol Free mentoring, support and training for people in South Bristol who want to turn a creative hobby into a business or design and test new products. Programmes include Exploring Creative Enterprise (for beginners) and Business Support (for existing businesses).

Apply via kwmc.org.uk/projects/madeinsouthbristol/

We Can Make...Open Garden Saturday 17 July 2-4pm (free) Try your hand at making with flat-pack housing kit and tools, and explore KWMC’s redesigned outdoor space. Find out more about Knowle West’s community-led housing project and how it could help you and your family. For details contact claire.innes@ kwmc.org.uk Come Together A new programme of paid opportunities and free workshops and events. Join us as we explore new ways of connecting as a community as we emerge from lockdown. If your group or project would be interested in working with an artist to explore new ways of connecting, please contact martha.king@kwmc.org.uk or georgia@kwmc.org.uk Creativity and Care How do you show others you care for them? What do you need to feel cared for? This year we’ll be exploring the relationship between creativity and care, in a series of workshops and commissions. More details coming soon; contact josephine@kwmc.org.uk for details. Dance Connect Later this year we’ll be hosting a Bristol Dance Futures ‘Dance Connect’ residency: producer Katy Noakes and dance artists Paris Crossley, Frankie Johnson and Lewis Norman will be collaborating with young people, DJs, and makers to explore how dance can be re-mixed live. If you’re interested in shaping Knowle West’s dancefloor democracy, get in touch with clara@kwmc.org.uk The future of Filwood Broadway We’re currently working with a group of residents who want to make sure there’s a strong community voice in the regeneration of Filwood Broadway. If you’re interested in getting involved or finding out more, pop over to our stall at Filwood Market on the first Saturday of each month.

This work is supported by the Open University and The Glass-House Community Led Design as part of the Incubating Civic Leadership project, funded by Research England.

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EMERGING FROM COVID YOUNG PEOPLE, YOUR TIME IS NOW!

Young people are our future, and we are looking for resident's young and old, those who work with young people, families, neighbours and friends from across the area to participate in the training and delivery of this innovative programme. Together we can create opportunities for young people to thrive.

The programme will be delivered through three phases as set out below:

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SHAPING THE 2 FUTURE OF KNOWLE WEST 3 in d e ge m a ng gram g e s in o t e r r i art the p ppo not p su hy w All ring n w o d ho ve so i e l s e . e e de focu s le r p tu o nd u e e a f r p a ng olved e the u yo inv shap t ge an c u yo YOU CAN FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE TRAINING AND SUPPORTED DELIVERY OF THIS PROGRAMME BY CONTACTING BECKY@MUTUALGAIN.ORG OR CALLING US AT 020 3887 2859

Designed to hear everyone's voices, sharing insights, experiences, hopes and aspirations for the future Will give young people an opportunity to apply for funding to create new opportunities for ideas to come to life Will offer coaching sessions to enable participants to build sustainability over coming years

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Leadership

The Office of Police and Crime Commissioner, Bristol City Council and Avon and Somerset Police are jointly funding an exciting programme, working with the young people and their community to create and develop ideas together.

The three-year programme, delivered by engagement specialists Mutual Gain, will work alongside the Knowle West Alliance network, providing focussed time and resources for a project with young people at its centre.