n LOCAL ELECTIONS Ward profile: Dodington

THE Dodington ward covers an area of south Yate and Chipping Sodbury, including homes in roads off Shire Way, Rodford Way and Heron Way.

Extending from Chedworth in the west to Lilliput Avenue in the east, it includes a number of streets north of Rodford Way that are not part of Dodington parish - but does not cover the village of Dodington itself, which is part of the Boyd Valley ward.

The ward has two seats, both of which were won by the Liberal Democrats in 2019, when the second-placed Lib Dem candidate was 867 votes ahead of the leading Conservative candidate in third.

Four years ago the election was a straight fight between the Lib Dems and Tories, with 30% of voters turning out.

This year a fifth candidate, from the National Housing Party, is standing for election.

The Voice invited all of the candidates in the election to submit a short statement and picture, to introduce themselves to voters.

They appear here in the order they will be listed on ballot papers.

Louise Harris (LD)

Currently Town Mayor, Cheryl has been leading the work to get Kingsgate Park and Abbotswood sorted out. She chairs the local Transport users group, fighting for better public transport and as a former bank manager knows how important it is to ensure we get value for money.

Callum Leat (NHP)

Jo has lived locally all of her life and enjoys bringing up her family here. Is passionate about making our area an even better place to live and work. Supports the local Conservative campaign to improve our roads by fully resurfacing to tackle potholes. Enjoys her job working with animals.

Rachel Welch (Con)

Louise grew up locally and lives on Shireway. As a councillor she currently leads for the Lib Dems on Community issues and the Climate Emergency. Louise works for a charity providing advocacy for people with mental health issues and learning disabilities.

Live Music

We host live music once a month on a Saturday starting at 8 pm!

May 27th - Mark Woodruff

June 17th - Alex Bayross

July 29th - Sunfest

August 5th - Stacey Charles

September 2nd - Angie McCoy

7th October - Oktoberfest Fest

November 11th - Simon Lloyd DJ

December 7th - Snowfest

Skittle Alley

We have a private functions room with a skittle alley it can cater for large groups & private events.

Please ask a member of staff if you would like to book out the skittle alley. We do also offer a buffet menu.

"I am 22 years old. I live in Yate Central. I am a practising Christian. I campaign to highlight the injustice of South Gloucestershire Council giving refugees housing before UK citizens in Dodington. This is also happening all over the country with over 1 million people on housing waiting lists."

Offers On Food

Wednesday - Friday : 2 for £14.95!

Offering a Roast of the day, Ham, Egg & Chips or Scampi, Peas & Chips or Veggie Sausages, Peas, Mash & Gravy 12pm -2pm

Wednesday Pie Night Pie of the day with a pint of Hop Union Beer, Dortmunder Vier, Thatchers Gold, Pepsi/Pepsi Max or Lemonade £13.95

6pm - 9pm

Thursday: Grill Night!

Selections of steaks at a discounted price, also offer Gammon and Cajun Chicken for £11.99.

6pm - 9pm

Rachel and her family live in the ward. She was delighted to support the recent Conservative campaign to re-open the right-hand turn onto Heron Way. She is also passionate about the local environment, which includes the planting of more wildflower gardens and trees and soft-plastic kerbside recycling.

Key to parties, as described on nomination statements:

Con: Conservative Party Candidate

LD: Liberal Democrat Focus Team

NHP: National Housing Party No More Refugees

FIZZ FRIDAYS & GIN OF THE WEEK

Every Friday from 12 - 11:30pm we offer our large bottles of prosecco at a discounted price of only £15! Every week we change our gin of the week!

Local Food Suppliers

Our rump steaks are from Buxton Butchers

Topside of Beef, Gammon Steaks, Chicken Breast, Rolled Lamb, Burgers & Pork Belly are from Trents Food & Beverages LTD