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LETTERS, PAGE 18 | PROPERTY OF THE MONTH, PAGE 38

INSIDE Large turnout for Doug’s funeral Pages 4-5 ‘Safer’ group faces Patchway merger Page 6 Vet and takeaway for empty shops?

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Patients’ fears as Filton GP faces major shake-up P2-3

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by Rebecca Day Patients at a Filton doctors’ surgery have been left feeling “disappointed” by news that all three members of its management team are due to resign.

A statement was released

by Northville Family Practice, informing its 5,331 users that from January 15, Dr Amanda Ramshaw, Dr Donna Dickens and Dr Grace Dalley will step down from their management role.

It read: “The running of a small general practice has become very challenging in recent years with increasing clinical and administrative demands. During this time we have tried to find a way to continue by looking at joining with other practices and a national GP provider but this has not resulted in any solution.”

The surgery in Filton Avenue has assured its patients that it will be “business as usual”, and NHS England is in the process of seeking a new management team.

However, the news has left some patients feeling concerned about the surgery’s future.

Patient Gareth Vaughan said: “Great doctors who were doing a good job, messed about by an arrogant government.

“This won’t go away any time soon and there certainly won’t be a queue of quality GPs lining up to take it on with the conditions

they are expected to work under.

“We may all be forced to change doctors.”

Another patient, Kirstie Barnes, said: “It’s very disappointing that the doctors are leaving the practice.

“It’s also the only practice that I know of that you can get a same-day appointment, this I hope will continue with the new management.

“The three doctors who are leaving have always been helpful and have helped my family through some difficult times over the past years and for this, I thank them.”

Other patients have also shared their disappointment over being informed about the situation through the press, before receiving a letter from the surgery. Kelly Mills said: “We got a letter only a few weeks back – not good. Surgery seems to be a bit different at the moment – doesn’t have the same feel to it.”

Leyann Rolfe commented: “I was disappointed to find out that there were management problems from the news. I only received my letter last week.

“However, the surgery appears to be coping well and I've experienced normal service.

I really hope they solve the problem as I really like Northville and do not want to change surgeries.”

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fears for surgery’s future as from its management team

always been an efficient surgery with good doctors and helpful reception staff.

“The number of patients has risen drastically, therefore the time you have with a doctor has shortened.

“They are expected to deal with mass increase of patients and there are only so many hours

in the day, not surprised they have had enough.”

Jeanne Clements said: “It’s a real shame as I’ve been using the practice since I was expecting my first child 17 years ago.

“I’ve always felt that my children and I have grown up with the receptionist staff and they are always friendly and polite and it’s been great being able to get an appointment with your chosen GP. “They know the family history which is just not going to happen with a series of locums. However, I do understand the reasoning behind all of this and I wish them all well.”

Councillor Ian Scott told the Filtonvoice that he is “worried” about there not being enough GPs to accommodate the vast number of patients, particularly

since Elm Lodge surgery has closed.

He said: “I am worried that as a previous GP surgery has already closed in Filton, there are not enough GPs to cope with the number of patients. Filton residents will have to wait even longer to get an appointment.

“NHS England have started the process for appointing a new management team and have had a number of expressions of interest.

“They are hoping that they will have appointed an organisation to take over by midNovember and at this point NHS England will write to patients with further detail.

“With respect to the longer term, NHS England are keen to work with representatives of the local communities to look at

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NHS England says that it will be working with patients and the local community to find longerterm solutions, particularly with thousands of new homes being planned for the area, which will increase demand.

NHS England South West medical contract manager, Caroline Stead, said: “In the short term, it will be business as usual for patients while we quickly find a new interim management team and then oversee a seamless handover to them. We will then be looking at talking to local people about the services they need longer term.”

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Farewell to ‘The Friendly Guy’

Filton said its final farewell to Doug Daniels when a large crowd gathered at St Peter’s Church for call his funeral.

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Filtonvoice editor Richard Coulter added remarks on behalf of the Filton community, paying tribute to Doug’s ability to cross the political spectrum and also to his abilities as a writer.

The service included hymns All Things Bright and Beautiful, The Lord’s my Shepherd and Abide with Me. The church choir, organist Viv Wilkinson and soloist Lucy Rodrigues performed Panis Angelicus by Cesar Frank.

After the service, guests gathered in the church hall for tea and cake, and took the opportunity to remember Doug.

On behalf of his family, Penny said: “Douglas was an important and cherished member of our family and what we have learned since his passing is just how valued and respected he was by his Filton family.

“We would like to thank everyone for their kindness; “Douglas would have been truly bowled over to know that he meant so much to the community he loved.

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Sometimes I look around me at The things I have right here They bring back all my memories of Those times I hold so dear.

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Elm Park pavilion to be named after Doug The Pavilion at Elm Park will be named the Doug Daniels Pavilion after a majority vote by town councillors.

Three rose beds in the community garden will also be dedicated to Doug with a plaque.

The suggestion for the pavillion naming, proposed by chairman Darryl Collins, was carried by eight votes to three.

Cllr Stan Sims, who backed the rose garden tribute, said instead a tribute should be created to all councillors who

have served the town but this was rejected by councillors.

He said: “One man is not a council - we all do our best and we need to look at all the councillors over the years who have contributed. I’ve got to give Doug credit, he was a good writer, but I can’t support the pavilion being named after him.”

Cllrs Alan Tink and Brian Mead also backed the rose garden proposal but not the pavillion renaming.

Cllr Tink, who is involved in a group organising a memorial

to Doug, said: “I didn’t vote to rename the Pavilion as it would be setting a precedent for a council room to be named after a councillor. The other reason was that the Bar in the Community Centre is being named after Doug. This is more in line with previous deserving Filton residents (Leslie Harris,William Slatter etc.) who were also involved with many aspects of Filton life as well as the Council.

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Safer Stronger in Patchway merger Filton’s Safer Stronger Community Group (SSCG) will be merged with part of Patchway as South Glos tries to make budget savings.

The SSCG was set up originally to provide a link for communties, especially t the police, and are administered by South Glos.

The Filton group meets quarterly and discusses residents’ concerns as well as police matters, often focusing on traffic and parking issues.

There are 20 Safer and Stronger Community Groups (SSCGs) covering the whole of South Gloucestershire.

The boundaries of SSCGs are based on those of local Police Beats.

Now, with budgets being reduced by 50 per cent, the council has outlined plans to

merge many of the SSCGs which will mean 14 groups remaining.

These newly formed groups will now meet three times a year.

The council, along with the police have agreed: • There needs to continue to be coverage across the whole of South Gloucestershire • Boundaries should be based around natural communities and boundaries rather than Police Beats.

• Individual SSCGs should as much as possible contain areas where issues are likely to be similar in nature (for example rural or urban rather than mixed) • Wherever possible Parishes should only be covered by one SSCG. • The cost of operating SSCGs needs to be reduced in line with the available budget.

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A recent survey, which records a wide range of infectious disease diagnoses in dogs, cats and rabbits, demonstrates that in almost all diseases monitored there are reported cases and, in many instances, an increasing trend. In light of this, to protect the health of local pets and those that come into contact with them, it’s important to improve levels of vaccination.

Michael Parry, vet at Filton Vets4Pets veterinary practice, “Vaccination is the only proven method of protecting your animal against a host of potentially life-threatening diseases and the more pets vaccinated, the better the chance of the disease having no ‘host’ and therefore less chance of it continuing to survive in the environment.

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Filton remembers the fallen in war Members of the Filton Community Garden placed around 1,000 knitted poppies, many made by the Filton Knitting Group, on the fence at the garden, along with a wreath and poppy cross

A Chelsea Pensioner joined local fundraisers as they launched this year’s Poppy Appeal.

Brian Cumming MBE GCStG was welcomed by members of Stoke Gifford’s Royal British Legion branch at a ceremony on October 23, pictured above. The branch covers the Filton area.

The event, at Bristol Parkway station, also featured a trumpeter, University of the West of England student Zak Ajjane.

Brian said: “It was a pleasure to be asked to help with the Stoke Gifford Poppy Appeal Launch. The money raised is very necessary and will be well used.”

The local fundraisers raised a record amount for the 2014/15 appeal, which ended on September 30, collecting more than £48,000, which will help support current and ex-service personnel and their families.

Branch press officer David Bell said: “This has been achieved with the generous support of the public, local businesses and other organisations, including the local media, and the work of RBL members and volunteers.

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A fun-filled spooky celebration brings out the community spirit

by Rebecca Day Things got a little bit spooky last month in Cheswick Village, as vampires, witches and other ghoulish characters filled its streets.

More than 100 scarily-dressed families attended the Trick or Treat Hunt, which was organised by residents Sejal Hampson and Graeme Snell.

Children and adults roamed the estate in search of treats, with the help of a map, which pinpointed all of the participating homes which were giving out goodies.

Those who joined in the fun were also treated to a spread of food put on by Beaufort Grange Care Home.

In addition, competitions were held for those who joined in the fun, with the local Co-op and Happy Days Nursery donating prizes.

Sejal said: “The event worked brilliantly at bringing residents closer together.

“The atmosphere was truly brilliant and had a number of positive effects such as entertaining the children, tackling anti-social behaviour and building community spirit.

“Special thanks to the care home for the fantastic spread that was put on for trick or treaters and the fantastic decorations.

“Also thank you to the Co-op and Happy Days Nursery for the prizes donated.”

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Bakery chain opens new store to positive response Filton folk don’t have to go far to enjoy a wide range of freshly baked goods, now that a Greggs has come to Gloucester Road North.

The bakery chain, which opened on November 4, is part of the new retail outlet in Filton which already encompasses former Morrison’s store, My Local, and a Barnardos charity shop.

Customers can choose from a selection of hot and cold savoury snacks, including sausage rolls, cheese and bacon wraps, pizza slices and sandwiches, as well as breakfast items, including omelette baguettes, croissants and porridge.

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Matt Davis, area manager for Bristol, said: “We’ve had a really positive response so far with lots

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Convenience store is changing hands M Local only opened its doors in Filton earlier this year. Now, it is one of the 140 Morrisons’ convenience stores which have been sold off to My Local.

The newly-created chain is headed by retail entrepreneur Mike Greene, and supplied by Nisa Retail as part of a five-year deal worth £1 billion.

The sale of the similar sounding “M Local” comes after significant financial losses for Morrisons.

Nisa says that all of the staff employed by Morrisons have been kept on.

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Vet surgery and pizza takeaway in bid to take over vacant shop units

by Rebecca Day A veterinary surgery and a pizza takeaway could finally be giving two disused premises in Gloucester Road North a new lease of life.

Third State Pizza Company and Independent Vetcare Limited have applied for planning permission to develop the former Motaman and Blockbuster stores respectively, which have been lying vacant for over two years.

Independent Vetcare Limited, which has four surgeries across the country, including two in Bath, will be employing three staff – two full-time and one part-time. It proposes that it will be open Monday to Friday, 8am to 9pm, and Saturday 8am to 7pm. The pizza company will be employing 35 part-time staff, and will be open until 11.30pm, seven days a week.

Several objections have been submitted to the council over the plans for the pizza takeaway, with residents saying that there are already too many takeaways in the area, and it could encourage litter, late-night noise and parking problems.

A decision is likely to be made by the end of this month, the council has confirmed.

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Calling all musicians ... of all abilities ... new band being formed in Filton There must be any number people living in the South Gloucestershire and Bristol area who learned to play an instrument at school and, for any number of reasons, have never played since. Recent conversations on local radio and social media indicate that many of them would be willing to retrieve their instruments from the loft or in the back of the cupboard if only they could find the right facilities to get them back into playing again. Their wishes are about to be fulfilled.

The good news is that local musician Chris Harris, right, has recognised their plight and is forming a new band for that very purpose. It will make it possible for people to enjoy making music with other like-minded players in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. At the same time specialised help will be on hand to help them to improve their playing skills while at the same time providing valuable playing experience. Openings for other categories of players are provided too.

The band, to be called “CONCORD band” will be equally welcoming to middle range players. This category includes people who have attended private lessons for a couple of years or have been a member of an instrument teaching group, or band, for a similar period.

Also invited is anyone who can already play an instrument and would like to learn a new one.

During their time with the band the members will get the chance to explore all sorts of music such as popular songs of yesterday and today as well as music from films and Broadway shows.

A special feature of the tuition will be the right way to play bigband music, or “swing” as it is often called.

Once the members feel sufficiently confident they will get the chance to play to small public audiences. It is intended that the band will be a genuine community group and will involve itself in local musical activities, especially charity events.

Chris Harris will be the band’s

main tutor; he will also act as conductor. Chris has been acting in similar capacities since 1986 when he first became a Further Education tutor.

His career began as a musician in the Royal Air Force Bands where he played the trumpet. When his engagement ended he before became Head of Music at Greenway School, in those days famous for its brass band.

He later took over a wind band class in North Bristol in and started a second one the following year.

These became permanent bands. Chris will be bringing not only his experience and expertise to Concord band but also a new library of music especially chosen to suit this type of ensemble. He will also be composing a set of special band exercises and a selfcontained course on how to play swing music.

There will be no auditions or tests to join but some information about you will be needed. The new band is sharing a website for the moment, so for more details go to www. westerlyshowband.com.

Otherwise you can ring 0117 9561950, text 07788 528096 or email cgharris320@btinternet. com. Another option is to visit: just drop in!

CONCORD band will meet at Filton Library every Friday throughout the year and will start at 7.30 pm finishing at 9.30 pm.

Refreshments will be available.

The Library is in the Shield Centre, Filton. There is ample car-parking nearby. It also stands on a number of bus routes.

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Barbers get ‘Mo Bros’ ready for Movember at fundraising night

by Rebecca Day Men are putting down their shavers this month in a bid to grow impressive moustaches and raise awareness about men’s health.

To mark the start of Movember – a month-long campaign which raises vital funds to treat prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental illness and physical inactivity – Filton Barbers hosted a special evening where those taking part received a hot towel shave, as well as drinks and nibbles.

Shaving products and prizes were supplied by The Shave Doctor, food was provided by local convenience store My Local, and beverages by Antix Bar in the city centre.

The event raised over £120 for the cause.

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Barbers, has taken part in Movember.

He got involved with the charitable cause after some of his relatives were affected by cancer.

This year, Mario hopes to raise over £2,000.

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30, where mo-growers will receive moustache removal and a complimentary drink for £5.

Men are still able to sign up through searching Filton Barbers on the Movember website (uk. movember.com). It costs £10 to join, and free haircuts are awarded to those who raise over £100.

Whoever raises the most will receive Hairbond hair products worth over £50. There will also be a prize for the best moustache donated by The Shave Doctor.

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Advertising feature The return to school has proved to be a busy one for those boys on the Scholarship Programme at QEH boys’ school, with a series of Retreat Days held for Years 8 and 9 pupils.

This programme is part of the Gifted and Talented provision, and aims to challenge their most academically able boys. Based in the Brecon Beacons for the day, Year 8 pupils explored themes of inspiration and creativity while students from Year 9 spent their day in the Mendip Hills focusing on themes such as civilisation and how they might better contribute to our society.

Members of the programme’s very first cohort are now discovering just how well it prepared them for further study. Former pupil Callum Payne, now in his first year studying Law at Cambridge, says: “It accelerated my academic progress, broadening my knowledge and instilling a work ethic.”

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Volunteers to be trained to help tackle poverty

Volunteers at foodbank outlets in Filton and North Bristol are to receive special training to help customers sort out their financial difficulties.

The Community Advice Champions scheme will see foodbank volunteers in Lockleaze, Filton, Horfield and Southmead receive training in welfare benefits issues, helping them to identify problems and signpost clients to appropriate support.

The new scheme, developed

by North Bristol Advice Centre in partnership with North Bristol Foodbank, will give foodbank volunteers basic information on what benefits are available, eligibility criteria, changes brought in by welfare reforms, tax credits and how to make a claim. Volunteers will also learn how to fill out charity application forms on behalf of clients.

The training is being delivered by the North Bristol Advice Centre, which provides specialist welfare benefits and debt advice across North Bristol and South Gloucestershire.

“People who are struggling financially are not always aware that help is available,” said Drew Huskisson, Advice Team Manager at North Bristol

Advice Centre. “The scheme will give foodbank volunteers the background information they need to identify underlying issues and signpost clients to the professional support they desperately need.”

In addition to the training course, volunteers will shadow a North Bristol Advice Centre advice worker to see the knowledge and skills that they have learned put into practice.

They will then be supervised during a client appointment of their own by an advice worker with feedback provided.

“North Bristol Foodbank has been serving clients in North Bristol for just over three years,” said Stewart North, manager of North Bristol Foodbank. “We are keen to see ‘Community Advice Champions’ as a way of working in partnership so that foodbanks will act as community hubs.”

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Katherine Tanko, North Bristol Advice Centre, 0117 951 5751, katherine@ northbristoladvice.org.uk Stewart North or Tony Matthews, Joint North Bristol Foodbank Managers, 0117 9791399, info@northbristol. foodbank.org.uk

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Regarding “We’ve managed fine without signs” by Philip Winter in the last edition…

I believe they are part of the same programme as the completely unnecessary 20mph speed limits…all supposedly intended to encourage more people to walk or cycle.

If you live in the area, you pretty much know roughly how far it is to the Library or Filton Abbey Wood and will already know how you will be inclined to (or maybe already habitually)

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Or you might want to take the opportunity to praise a friend, or family member for an act of kindness or to mark an achievement. Whatever you want to say, write to us and we’ll make sure everyone in Filton knows about it. Send your letter by email to richard@filtonvoice.co.uk, by post to Letters, Filtonvoice, 49 Dunkeld Avenue, Filton BS34 7RQ or call us on 0777 555 0607. You can also comment on stories at www.filtonvoice.co.uk. Please keep letters short. The editor reserves the right to edit your letter. travel there. I very much doubt that the fact that there is now a sign telling you it’s apparently exactly 1 and a further 1/9th (presumably of a mile?) from the Kenmore Crescent entrance to Monks Park, or another 400 yards to the BAWA club is going to change your mind?

If you are not from the area, it’s hardly going to make you pull over, park the car, walk there, do what you need to and walk back to pick up the car.

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as to just how far it was to X, Y or Z. They seem a misguided measure if precise knowledge of the distance is meant to make people who already know the locality walk or cycle instead of using the car.

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On Facebook, residents have been responding to news that Pavilion in Elm Park will be named after Cllr Doug Daniels

Doug, my very good friend

Very many thanks to Doug Daniels’ niece Penny and to Filtonvoice’s editor for the moving and inspiring tributes to Doug at his funeral.

I first met him when he joined us at Gypsy Patch from Derby.

He then would enthusiastically keep me informed of what was going on in Bristol theatres.

Much later it was typical of him, engaged in so many matters, to send me, living in Malvern, copies of Filtonvoice, sometimes enclosed with a hand-written letter and at my 90th party he give a little speech generously describing my engineering abilities.

Of my varied experiences, surveying at the local S. Yorkshire pit, serving in the army with Indian Engineers, leaping from Dakotas in Palestine, visiting Tokyo, Moscow, Berlin etc. for ISO, 31 years with what became Rolls-Royce, 62 years a member of Filton Parish Church, married 60 years, walking these Hills, I shall ever value my friendship with Doug. and envy his integrity.

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Mike Waines Snr A well deserved tribute Doug worked tirelessly for the benefit of Filton.

Claire Carpenter A fitting tribute to a man who gave and did so much for our town Hellen Silverthorne What a fabulous idea.

Claire Pearson-Now Troote Fantastic idea. Keep his name going in the local area for years to come.

Jeanne Clements I’m still finding it difficult to believe we won’t see Doug around in the community so naming the Pavilion after him would be a great tribute along with the newly created rose beds in the Community Garden Shez Bubb Fantastic idea!

A true gent and Filton legend our Dougie who will always be remembered Melanie Drewitt Glad our Doug is being recognised. The best councillor Filton ever had.

So passionate about the area, Airfield and the people that live here. Always helpful and kind, miss his smile. A majority vote??

Surely that should have been unanimous!

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The opening song was Times Have Changed which Dylan wrote especially for the film The Wonder Boys.

It’s a wonderful opener, the band were playing like forked lightning and Dylan’s voice sounded great. I wondered what the next song would be ...

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does, and it’s exciting and dramatic... but still, when he plays a real classic, beloved song like Tangled Up In Blue, from the incomparable Blood On The Tracks album, the audience are on their feet and raising the roof of the Cardiff Motorpoint Arena.

I’m not complaining. It was a unique and mesmerising experience that I hope I’ll never forget. When the concert finished, I couldn’t speak for the wonder of it until I was out into the autumn night.

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A Filton cat has won the lottery.

Not the National Lottery, unfortunately, but a free cat lottery, where owners upload a photo of their moggie to win a cash prize.

Carla Jenkins from Filton was over the moon when she spotted a photo of her grumpy black and white cat Mo on the website, freecatlottery.com.

She won a cash reward of £10.

Carla said: “As you can see, Mo has a naturally grumpy face – but I’m sure once I spend her winnings on cat treats, she'll cheer up.”

To enter the lottery, cat owners upload a photo of their cat and check back each day to see if they have won.

The Free Cat Lottery was set up by Matt Collins, from London, only six weeks ago.

He said: “Everyone loves a cat photo, so we thought it would be something fun to do.”

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Filton Town Council CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY

Wednesday 16th December: Come and join us for some pre-Christmas fun. Aimed at our younger visitors (age 1-4 years) we will be doing messy play, face painting, watching a Christmas film, singing and playing lots of Christmas themed games. From 11am until 1pm. Only £3.00 per child. We look forward to seeing you RATEPAYERS ARMS there. *Refreshments will be available for A warm welcome to the Ratepayers adults* Arms bar and lounge, we have BT Sports available showing a range of sporting ASA TEACHING activities.

We have a good selection of beers, AQUATICS LEVEL 2 lagers, wines, spirits, soft drinks, and hot Wednesday, 9th December 2015 drinks available. We also offer a range Are you a level 1 teacher looking to of real ales and guest beers on a regular progress? This qualification will provide basis. If you feel a bit peckish, then we you with the knowledge, skills and have a range of bar snacks or freshly techniques of coaching and enable prepared rolls on offer. you to effectively plan, prepare, deliver, We hold monthly quiz nights to support monitor and evaluate theory and practical local charities, so grab some friends and swimming sessions. Achievement of come and join us for a fun night and bring this qualification will provide you with a the old grey matter! qualification which is recognised as the Thursday nights is bingo night, cash minimum standard, enabling the learner to prizes for our winners! coach swimming sessions independently.

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POOL FUN TIMES

Come and join us for some pool fun time.

Saturdays in the main pool from 2pm – 4pm, including the re-introduction of our inflatable. Spaces are limited so please ensure you arrive early! Normal costs apply. *Subject to availability and timetables

SPORTS & LEISURE CENTRE

Do you know we are more than just a swimming pool? We have table tennis, bootcamp, martial arts, badminton, squash, snooker, tennis courts and 5 side football courts all on offer. We also have sports fields, softplay, a skate and BMX park and a recently refurbished children’s play area and outdoor Gym. For any more information please give us a call on 01454-866686, or online at www.filtonleisurecentre.co.uk

Filton Town Council SAVE MONEY! FILTON RESIDENT PASS

Filton residents are able to benefit from the use of the Sports and Leisure Centre at REDUCED RATES as recognition that the centre is subsidised from the Town Council precept, which only Filton residents pay.

The pass can be obtained by taking a passport sized photograph and proof of Filton residency such as a utilities bill to the Leisure Centre reception desk.

Meetings November 17th, 6.30pm Planning Committee Small Meeting Room 27th, 7.30pm Full Council Meeting Pavilion December 1st, 7.30pm Finance Committee Pavilion 8th, 7.30pm Full Council Meeting Pavilion

FAMILY NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY 8pm – 1a.m.

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For further information please phone or ask at the Leisure Centre on 01454 866686 or at the Ratepayers Arms 01454 866697 during bar opening hours

All of these meetings are open to the public Leisure centre reception hours: Mondays 9am – 7.45pm Tuesdays 9am-8.15pm Wednesdays, Thursday and Fridays 9am – 7.30pm Saturdays & Sundays 9am-5.30pm Pop in and see us or ring on 01454 866686 for information.

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Schools Bristol Technology and Engineering Academy: New research released by the Baker Dearing Educational Trust, a charity that promotes University Technical Colleges (UTCs), including the Bristol Technology and Engineering Academy (BTEA) near Filton, shows that for 66 per cent of parents in Bristol, their biggest fear is that their child will not find a job.

Nearly half (48 per cent) of parents in the city said they felt concerned about their child’s education and 80 per cent believed the education system needed to change to reflect 21st century working Britain.

BTEA caters for pupils in Years 10 to 13 with a strong focus on engineering and environmental technologies.

Principal Rhian Priest said: “This research clearly demonstrates the strong and growing demand among parents for the type of forward-thinking educational experience which is being provided by UTCs.”

Filton Hill Primary: A group of Year 4 children from Filton Hill Primary performed an African Dance at the Engage Festival at the WISE campus last month. A dance teacher worked with them all term and the children really enjoyed learning the moves!

Engage is an annual free event for the whole family which celebrates the diversity of cultures across South Gloucestershire through exhibitions, workshops, activities, food and performances.

The event featured a range of community groups showcasing the amazing mix of talent and cultures in the local area.

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School ‘committed to every child’ Abbeywood Community School has been recognized for the work it has been doing to improve the wellbeing, resilience and self-esteem of students who are vulnerable to underachievement and disadvantaged in their learning.

This includes those with Special Educational Needs and/ or Disabilities.

The school has been working with the Achievement for All programme since 2014 and has just been awarded a Quality Mark. The programme works closely with parents, teachers and the individual child to secure the best outcome and attainment for their students through personalised and specific targets.

David Howe, head teacher, said: “We are so proud of staff and pupils in achieving this standard; it confirms our commitment to every child in our care to enjoy an exceptional education.

“We believe passionately in the power of education as the ‘master key’ to unlock the doors to successful lives, and every member of staff at Abbeywood is utterly committed to making sure each and every student is equipped with the knowledge skills, confidence and motivation to have the very best life chances to thrive in our modern world. “ “The award recognises the excellent work being done by the school with Achievement for All to improve progress in reading, writing and maths for all pupils, regardless of their background challenge or need.

“Achievement for All believes that every child can progress, and through our programme with hope to enable every child

to be the best that they can be regardless of background, challenge, or need.”

In the school’s Ofsted report,

inspectors said: “Students thrive because the school is a very caring, inclusive community with very good support systems.”

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Left to right, Charlotte Miller, Deputy Nursery Manager; Katrina McLeer, Nursery Manager; Leanne Martin, Nursery Nurse

Happy Days chooses Cheswick to open second nursery in Bristol area

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Happy Days Nurseries have opened their second Bristol based nursery at Long Down Avenue, Cheswick Village, North Bristol, following the opening of their Bradley Stoke nursery earlier this year. This brings the total to 16 day nurseries in the South West, all of which are rated as either “outstanding” or “good” by the industry’s governing body, Ofsted. These ratings reflect Happy Day’s strong management team and well-developed infrastructure.

Since its formation in 1991, Happy Days has developed into a cutting edge provider of nursery care, delivering high quality care whilst focusing on maximising children’s learning potential for their future education.

Interest in the new nursery at Cheswick Village has been extremely high, with parents appreciating the high quality of nursery care that Happy Days provides. The nursery was

over 25 per cent full by the end of its first month, with a high number of bookings for parent showarounds with a target of 50 per cent occupancy by January 2016.

The team of eight nursery nurses, a cook and an administrator are led by Operations Manager, Lisa Rowland and Nursery Manager, Katrina McLeer.

Lisa is delighted by the very positive parent reaction and said “We are delighted to have made such an encouraging start and look forward to serving the Cheswick Village community with the very best nursery care”.

Katrina is very pleased with the team and confident that they can deliver to the high standards that are Happy Days’ norm.

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Trio call off 10,000ft charity skydive – and jump from 15,000ft instead!

by Rebecca Day Three local residents showed huge amounts of bravery, leaping 15,000ft from a plane to raise funds for youth and community charity FACE Filton.

Andy Shepherd, Cath Challinor and Rick Elliott have raised around £750 for the project, which works with people of all ages to improve their community participation, skills and learning, health and wellbeing, and activity and workreadiness.

FACE (Foundation for Active Community Engagement) has been operating for over 60 years, and is based at St Andrew’s Methodist Youth Centre in Elm Park.

The challenge was carried out with tandem skydiving specialists GoSkydive, based at Old Sarum Airfield just outside Salisbury.

The trio were meant to jump

Rich Elliott, Cath Challinor and Andy Shepherd putting on brave faces before jumping 15,000ft; Cath during the skydive, right on October 24, but were set back a day due to cloudy conditions.

They had booked in to jump from 10,000ft, but courageously made a last-minute decision on the day to increase the height.

Debbie Teml, charity manager, said: “We were so pleased at the commitment

and also bravery of the three jumpers; they gave up practically their whole weekend to travel to and from Salisbury on both days.

They jumped an extra 5,000ft and raised lots of money for FACE. They were great. “[GoSkydive] were also brilliant.”

Spaces are available for another jump to raise funds for FACE Filton on November 28.

Each person can jump for free, but needs to raise at least £350 in sponsorship.

There will be a minibus travelling from Filton to Salisbury on the day.

If interested in taking part, contact Debbie at debbie@ facefilton.org.uk or on 0117 969 1938.

For more information about FACE, visit facefilton.org. uk.

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Chatterbooks reading group For 8-12 year olds 2.30-3.30pm Speak to staff about joining

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South Glos Decorative & Fine Arts Society. CHALLENGE YOUR PERCEPTION OF 20TH CENTURY SCULPTURE IN BRITAIN: Why not stir up those grey cells and join South Glos Decorative & Fine Art Society at their next meeting on Thursday 19th November? Dr Justine Hopkins will challenge your expectations of what a sculpture should be.

Meeting at Bradley Stoke Community School BS32 7BS (near Bradley Stoke Library and Leisure Centre), we are a friendly group and always pleased to welcome guests and new members. Refreshments from 7.00 pm, welcome and slide illustrated lecture at 7.30 pm. Good parking & easy access.

To join us please call Sally Kitching on 01454 774401 sallykitching@googlemail.com http:// sgdfas.org.uk No artistic ability required – just an enquiring mind and an interest in the Arts.

Sat, Nov 21

There will be a Table Top Sale at St. Andrew’s Methodist Church Hall, Elm Park, Filton, Bristol - 10.30a.m. - 12.30 p.m. in aid of church funds.

Bookings or enquiries please tel 0117 9799233.

Sat, Nov 28

Christmas Shopping Extravaganza All proceeds to Charity. (Stalls, Bar, Raffle, Refreshments, Bidding Wall (Auction), Beauticians, Therapists and more). Saturday 28 November 2015 6.00 pm - 9.30 pm at Filton Community Centre, Elm Park, BS34 7PS. Advance tickets (at a slightly cheaper price than on the door) are available from Filton Community Centre and Filton Park Pre-school Playgroup or by emailing jeanne.clements@blueyonder.co.uk. £1.00 for adults (18+) and 50p for children (7+).

Children 7 - 13 must be accompanied.

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Coming up at Filton Library Memory Café Friday 18th December 10-12pm

The café is a social space for people who are worried about their memory, who have a diagnosis of dementia, or have a family member or friend living with dementia. Carers are very welcome.

People can socialise, and share experiences

Christmas Crafts Monday 21st December

FREE Christmas crafts and stories most suitable for 3-11 year olds.

10-11am 2-3pm

Messy Play Saturday 2nd January 9.30-11.30am Painting, sand play & lots more! Please wear old clothes

Bookworms adult reading group Monday 5th October 5.45pm

Speak to staff for details or just turn up

filton.library@southglos.gov.uk Ancestry One-to-One Sessions By appointment only

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Free Debt Advice Drop-in Tuesdays 2-4.30pm Volunteer Bureau nd 2 Tuesday of the month 1-3pm

Story & Rhyme Time Every Tuesday at 9.30am and every Friday at 2.30pm

Stop Smoking Sessions Thursdays 3-4pm Book in advance 01454 865502 smokefree@southglos.gov. uk

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Filton planning applications October Applications

Units 3-4 Cabot Close, 29 Gloucester Road North Display of 4 no. internally illuminated fascia signs and 1 no. internally illuminated projecting sign.

1 Rodney Crescent Demolition of existing garages.

Erection of 1 no. attached dwelling and new vehicular access.

Elm Park Service Station, 7375 Gloucester Road North Display of 2no.externally illuminated wave signs, 6no. pump signs and 3no. Koala signs.

Air Raid Shelters, Airbus UK, Golf Course Lane Prior notification of the intention to demolish 2no. brick built air raid shelters.

Unit 5 The Shield Retail Centre Change of use from a retail unit (Class A1) to (Sui Generis) tanning and beauty studio as

defined in Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1987 (as amended).

Land Rear Of 130-132 Gloucester Road North Erection of two storey office building (Class B1a) as defined in the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1987 (as amended) with integral garage, parking and associated works.

64 Gayner Road Erection of a single storey side and rear extension to provide additional living accommodation.

79 Wallscourt Road Demolition of existing garage and erection of 1no. detached dwelling with access, parking and associated works.

10 Hunters Way Erection of a two storey side and single storey rear extension to provide additional living accomodation with associated works

20U Golf Course Lane Application for a certificate of lawfulness for the proposed installation of roof mounted photo voltaic panels.

58 Eighth Avenue Erection of single and two storey rear extension to form additional living accommodation.

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21 Gayner Road Conversion of existing dwelling to include two storey front extension to form 2 no. flats.

Formation of new access and associated works.

Rolls Royce Site, Gloucester Road North Erection of new entrance lobby, external staircase and guard rail to main building. Erection of substation and water tower and sump with associated works.

Approve with Conditions

21 Gayner Road Erection of new building to form 2no flats. Creation of new access and associated works.

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Filton Police Station Gloucester Road North Non material amendment to PT13/3396/F to allow relocation of the staircase and landscaping No Objection 8 Stanley Crescent Erection of two storey and single storey rear extension to provide additional living accommodation Approve with Conditions

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821 Filton Avenue Change of use from 6no. bed House in Multiple Occupation (Class C4) to a 7no. bed House in Multiple Occupation (sui generis) as defined in Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1987 (as amended).

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Filton charity shop urging exchange of favourite toys

Barnardo’s sales assistant Lisa Taylor promotes the Argos Toy Exchange A Filton charity shop is helping to promote a national ‘toy exchange’ to raise money for vulnerable children.

The Barnardo’s team on Gloucester Road North are inviting residents to give a new lease of life to pre-loved teddy bears, dolls, action figures and games.

Supporters can take donations to their local Barnardo’s or Argos stores until November 20 in return for a £5 voucher towards the cost of new toys (minimum spend £35) to be redeemed at Argos by December 24.

This is the fourth year of the campaign, which last year raised £560,000 for the charity.

Barnardo’s shop manager Zoe Carter said: “The Argos Toy Exchange encourages people to think about recycling their unwanted items, and the funds raised will help to make a big difference to the lives of vulnerable children across the UK. “We support some of the most disadvantaged children and young people, such as those growing up in poverty, and those living in care.

“Over the last four years the toy exchange has received generous support from the Bristol community and hopefully this year will be the best yet.

“Every single donation will help us to give children and young people a better start in life.”

Visit www.argos.co.uk/ toyexchange for further details The Barnardo’s Filton shop is always happy to receive donations of good-quality clothes, books, toys, games and accessories, as well as offers of help from potential volunteers.

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Students meet possible employers From film making to forensics, students from the Filton area and other secondary schools and academies got a taste of their future employment prospects at a local careers event.

Held at the University of the West of England’s Frenchay campus, teenagers had direct access to 120 local and national employers along with staff from colleges and universities who were on hand to help guide the students through their future options.

Chair of South Gloucestershire Council Cllr Erica Williams attended the event. She said: “Ambitions is an inspiration for young people looking to secure a highly skilled job in South Gloucestershire.

“Over the two days, this hands-on event provides the students with a unique opportunity to talk to employers and those in higher education about the knowledge, skills and attitude needed to excel in their chosen career.”

The Ambitions Careers event is organised by South Gloucestershire Council, the University of the West of England and South Gloucestershire & Stroud College (SGS) and has been running for several years. It is one of the largest events of its kind in the South West with more than 10,000 Year 9 students taking part.

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Doug, we missed you

Club members hold a minute’s silence before their visit to visit Batsford Arboretum for Doug Daniels, who often wrote accounts of visits by Filton Garden Club In October, 46 members and friends of Filton Garden Club made an enjoyable outing to Batsford Arboretum near Morton-in-the-Marsh in the Cotwolds.

Before setting off we held a minute’s silence in memory of the late Doug Daniels who had accompanied the club on many occasions and had written previous accounts of the trips for Filton Voice.

The journey itself was very enjoyable with the countryside bright with autumn colours. We left Filton in light rain but as we went north it improved and we arrived to a dry day with several hours of autumn sun.

We were greeted on arrival at the Arboretum by the receptionist who gave us a brief history of the house and the estate. The estate was acquired

by Mr A B Freeman Mitford

in the 1880s. He demolished the centuries old house and formal gardens and had built a handsome neo-Elizabethan mansion.

Having spent years as a diplomat in Japan, Freeman Mitford, later Earl Redesdale, created an arboretum with a strong oriental theme. There are 180 species of acers, 60 of oaks and a number of Japanese flowering cherries. Also in the

woodlands are a number of statues including Buddha and a Foo Dog. The club members enjoyed the Autumn colours visit so much that they have decided to return in April 2016 to see the Hellebores, Magnolias, Cherries and Bluebells in flower.

Any enquiries about Filton Garden Club, contact Brian Smith 0117 975 9126.

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Youngsters converge on Filton to end myths about ‘geeky’ careers More than 280 students aged 12 to 13 from across the South West visited Filton to experience firsthand how exciting it could be to work in a high-tech engineering environment at the Airbus sponsored TeenTech West event.

The TeenTech experience is highly interactive and designed to inspire young people and their teachers about how science, engineering and technology is used in the business world. The event targets students before they

make their GCSE subject choices, with the aim of dispelling gender stereotypes and shifting perceptions of careers teenagers may have previously considered “difficult”, “geeky” or “boring”.

Students from schools in

Bristol, South Gloucestershire, Bath and North East Somerset took part alongside 25 local and national companies including Active Robots, Airbus, Atkins, JVC, National Grid, and Renishaw.

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News A new sporting initiative launched in Filton called the SportsPound has been given the go-ahead thanks to £171,324 funding from Sport England.

The SportsPound will come in the form of free vouchers that can be exchanged for a variety of sports sessions from aquarobics to zumba.

A successful pilot held in Filton recently saw the start-up of a regular new netball session as a result of SportsPound, with many local residents trying aquarobics, ladies’ fitness and bowls for the first time.

The SportsPound project is planned to launch in communities across South Gloucestershire from early 2016, with bases in Filton, Cadbury Heath, Kingswood, Patchway, Staple Hill and Yate. Funded by Sport England, the project will last for three years and will be run by South Gloucestershire Council alongside partners such as leisure centres and sports clubs to create innovative ways to help people to become more active.

SportsPound ‘activators’ will be based in each of the six priority neighbourhood areas of South Gloucestershire, and will create new and exciting sports opportunities based on the wants and needs of the local community.

These activators will also give out the SportsPound vouchers to those who are either new to sport, or are coming back to sport after a break, who will be able to use them to gain free entry to these sessions.

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Erica Williams said: “The SportsPound enables us to extend sports programmes right into the heart of our communities and will also continue our good work with local partners in reducing barriers to sports participation. This project will help raise the profile of local sport and ensure residents are involved in developing activities which work for them. The project will last for three years, and over that time we hope to inspire more than 5,000 South Gloucestershire residents to give sport a go.”

The South Gloucestershire SportsPound is one of over 40 projects to secure a share in £8.2 million of National Lottery

funding from Sport England.

Encouraging people to give sport a go, the fund empowers local communities to reach out to people who for one reason or another don’t exercise.

Announcing the funding, Sport England Director of Community Sport, Mike Diaper, said, “It’s great to be working with innovative projects like SportsPound which offer more people the chance to get active in a way that suits them best.

Given the overwhelming benefits of being active, it’s important that age, gender, or income never prevent anyone from taking part.”

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Pupils from schools in South Gloucestershire, chair of South Gloucestershire Council Cllr Erica Williams, Vice-Lord Lieutenant of Gloucestershire Robert Bernays OBE, officers from the council’s healthy lifestyles department and representatives from Sport England gathered at Filton SGS WISE campus to celebrate the SportsPound project

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Congestion warning as Southmead Hospital work enters final phase Visitors to Southmead Hospital will see further changes to the site as improvement works enter the final phase.

Works are due to start to improve roads and access as part of the ongoing redevelopment.

Hospital bosses say works to the existing roads, which started late last month, could lead to congestion around the site.

Traffic lights will be set up to control the flow of vehicles around the hospital to make way for work to build a new roundabout on Beaufort Way, which will become part of the new access from Southmead Road once works are complete.

The changes to the road layout are part of the second phase of the redevelopment project, which includes the planned extension of the Brunel building.

The frame of the multi-storey car park behind the new hospital has now been completed. The new patient and visitor parking facilities will enable people to walk directly into the Brunel building from the car park.

Redevelopment work will also see three additional bus stops at the front of the hospital and more green space along with additional cycle spaces and staff parking.

North Bristol NHS Trust Project Manager Martin Warren said: “The works to change the road layout on the Southmead Hospital site over the coming months are likely to cause disruption to people driving on to the site and we ask patients, visitors and staff to bear with us during this time. We are working with Carillion to get the new car park open as soon as possible.”

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What’s on in Filton on a regular basis Mondays

Dinky Dolphins, baby and pre-school swimming session, games music and play, 9.30am10.30am. These sessions are first come, first served. £4.25 for 1 adults and up to two children, Filton Sports and Leisure Centre Tea Dance, Filton Community Centre, 1.45pm-3.45pm 07527 808206 St. Peter’s Ladies Group (formerly Wives Group) “We are a group of ladies, who meet in St. Peter’s Church Hall at 7.30 pm on the second and fourth Mondays of each month, except August for a talk or social gathering. Our programme can be seen on the church web site at www.filtonchurch. pwp@blueyonder.co.uk. New members very welcome, just come along on the night or ring Cynthia Clark on 0117-9695144 for more information” Pilates, 7pm and 8pm, Filton Community Centre. Call Becky 07789687128 Bristol & Avon Family History Society. We meet on the 2nd Monday of the month, except JUNE which is the 3rd Monday. We do not meet in JULY or AUGUST. VENUE BAWA Southmead Road FILTON at 7.30pm. There is a varied programme of family history related topics and speakers, for beginners and more experienced researchers. Help, books and more always available at each meeting. Further information from secretary@bafhs.org.uk

Tuesdays

Pre-School story and Rhyme time 9.30am, Filton Library, Shields Centre, Aqua fit Tuesdays, 9.45 – 10.30am, cost £4.75 a session, class suitable for non swimmers, participants must be 16 yrs and over, Filton Sports and Leisure Keep Fit Association classes, all welcome, Filton Community Centre 2-3pm Call 0117 969 3326

Wednesdays

New aquafit class, Filton Sports and Leisure Centre pool, Wednesday evenings 7.30 pm until 8.15, all welcome only £4.75 Filton Garden Club, St Teresa’s Social Club, 7.30pm.

1st Wednesday of every month, 0117 975 9126. Not January.

Filtones Choir. We are a non auditioning, four part harmony, mixed choir who rehearse every Wednesday afternoon from 1.45 p.m to 3.45 p.m. at Eden Grove Methodist Church, Horfield, and enjoy the social side of singing together. We give about six afternoon concerts a year around the Bristol area and two main evening concerts, one of which is a charity fund raising concert in summer and a Christmas concert. We are actively seeking new members, tenors, basses and altos so if you are interested, please just come along and try us out, or ring Jilly Tottle on 0117 9232281 for further information.

You will be made very welcome.

Our first meeting after our summer break will be Wed 2nd September 2015. For more information please see our web site www.filtones.co.uk Horfield Townswomens Guild are a really friendly Guild that meet on the second Wednesday of every month at St. Gregory the Great Church Hall, Filton Road, Horfield at 2.30 pm. Ladies are welcome to just turn up or ring Edna on 0117 949 5413 for a chat about the Guild.

New Harmony Ladies Choir Bristol, an established choir of 19 years and are looking for ladies to come and join us. We rehearse every Wednesday evening 7-30 - 9-30 at Horfield URC church hall, everyone welcome. Telephone Margaret on 01179698619 or Joan on 01275791566 Northavon Singers would welcome new members especially sopranos to our mixed choir of 20-singing all kinds of music. Rehearsals at St Peter’s Church Filton every Wed at 7.30pm - not August.

On the third Wednesday of each month the Avon branch of the International Plastic Modellers Society (IPMS UK) meet at the Avon Suite BAWA Club. 7.45late. Over 18 please unless accompanied by an adult. All types of plastic modelling and one of the largest groups in the UK. For further information check out website www. ipmsavon.org.uk

Thursdays

Goldies meets in Filton “Singing for Fun”, songs from the 50’s, 60’s & 70’s. Every Thursday 10.30am-11.30am In Sinclair House community room (next to the police station). £1 donation to the Goldies charity.

For further information contact abby@golden-oldies.org.uk or call 01761-470006 Bristol Male Voice Choir... if you enjoy singing, even if only in the shower/bath, then this is the place to come! We have fun every Thursday evening from 7.15 in the company of likeminded gentlemen. We are any easy group of people to get to know and lifelong friendships are made here. Everyone has the ability to sing in a choir so why not give us a try. There is no need to be able to read music – songs are learned in such a way to make it easy for everyone, leading to our singing several concerts a year, many for charity.

The choir practises every week at South Gloucestershire and Stroud College (formerly Filton College) on Gloucester Road, Filton. For more information look at our website www.bristolmvc. org.uk or telephone our secretary Alan Snook on 0117 9424378.

Bristol Sugarcraft Guild meet every third Thursday in the month except August.We welcome all -from beginners to the more competent crafter Meetings start at 7.30-9.30 at St. Andrews church. For more information ring Bristol9568737 or 9653568 Knitting Group 5.45 pm – 6.45pm Thursdays, Filton Library, Shields Centre Dinky Dolphins, baby and pre-school swimming session, games music and play, 10am11am. These sessions are first come, first served. £4.25 for 1 adults and up to two children, Filton Sports and Leisure Centre, term time only, term time only.

Filton Ladies, St Andrew’s Church Hall, 2pm-4pm, new members welcome, call 0117 904 1844 Keep Fit Association classes, Filton Community Centre, 7.158.15pm 0117 969 3326 Silver surfers: St Andrew’s Methodist Youth Centre, Elm Park, BS34 7PS, 10am-noon Drop-in for ‘silver-haired’ folk (over 50yrs) to get help

with accessing computers, the internet, mobile phone technology, digital cameras, and much more! Run by a dedicated team of friendly volunteers with Lisa at the helm, this supportive group is just as much a social session as it is about learning!

Come and join us! Come along anytime, just £2.50 per session with free refreshments. Does not run during August.

Should you wish to take Flower Arranging lessons, there is a small, friendly group which meets at Filton Community Centre (formerly Filton Folk Centre) on Thursday evenings at 7-9pm from mid September. Catering for beginners and improvers we cover all aspects of flower arranging from traditional to contemporary including Church flowers and flowers for special occasions. More details from 01454 323610 or 01454 412087.

The Avon & Bristol Woodturners meet every third Thursday at St Teresa’s Church Hall from 7pm to approximately 10pm. For details, www.avonand-bristol-woodturners.org.uk/ fortnightly, North Bristol Creative writing group. Meets fortnightly. 07535111294 northbristolwriting@gmail.com St Peter’s MU (Mothers Union) 2nd Thursday of each month (except August), 2pm in the church hall. All ladies and Gentlemen invited. For more information look on St Peter’s Church web site or call 0117 9491833 or just turn up.

Work club: St Andrews Methodist Youth Centre, Elm Park, BS34 7PS, 12.30-3pm: Drop-in session, Open to all who want some advice / guidance looking for work! Get support with CV writing, filling in job aplications, job searching, interview techniques/practise, volunteering placements, and finding local courses to get more qualifications!

Filton Library, Shields Centre, free one to one IT tuition with our Computer Support Volunteers on Tuesday afternoons. Contact the library to book a session. 10am - 1pm Filton Library, Shields Centre, Stop Smoking Sessions, 3-4pm. Appointments to be booked in advance. 01454 865502. smokefree@southglos. gov.uk

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What’s on in Filton on a regular basis Fridays

Pre-School story and Rhyme time 2.30pm, Filton Library, Shields Centre Bingo, Filton Community Centre, 7.30pm Motown soul dance party Bawa ballroom, Filton first Friday of each month.

8.30’til 1am (last adm 10.30) strictly over 30’s – very smart casual * no tee shirts or trainers. For more info. call 07860 578708 or go to www. tamlamotownsoulpartynights. co.uk Toddler Group, meets term time only at St Andrew’s Methodist Church from 10 to 11.45. A warm welcome to all toddlers and their carers.

Saturdays

9.30am – 10.30am, Filton District Councillors’ Surgery, Filton Library.

Filton Library, Shields Centre, free one to one IT tuition with our Computer Support Volunteers on Saturday mornings. Contact the library to book a session.

Monthly Chatterbooks reading group for children in years 5 – 6.

Meets on a Saturday afternoon, Filton Library, Shields Centre.

St Teresa’s Catholic Church, Vigil Mass, 6pm

Sundays

St Peter’s Church, 8.00am Holy Eucharist; 10.00am Parish Eucharist with crèche and Sunday Club; Noon, Baptism (by appointment); 6.00pm Evening Worship (Choral Evensong on the 1st Sunday of each month)’.

St Teresa’s Catholic Church, Morning Mass, 10.30am. Other masses visit www.stteresasfilton.org.uk St Andrew’s Church, Filton, 10.30am, Morning Worship; 6pm, Evening Worship

F.A.C.E. Foundation for Active Community Engagement

For young people: Mondays: Duke of Edinburgh’s awards 6-7pm

Youth club for 12-18s (Year 8+) 7.30-9.30pm, £1 Wednesdays: Youth club for 12-18s (Year 8+) 7.30-9.30pm, £1 Thursdays: Silver surfers 10am-12pm, £2.50 Work club 12.30-3pm Youth club for young people 11-15years with learning/social difficulties or ASD 5.30-7pm, £1 Transition social club for people aged 16+ with learning/social difficulties or ASD 5.30-7pm, £1 Fridays: Street Dance for 9-14 yr olds 3:45-4:45pm, £4.

Youth Club for 7-9yr olds 5-6pm, Youth club for 9-12yr olds 6:308pm, £1.

Plus: Silver surfers 10am-12pm Thursdays Work club 12.30-3pm Thursdays Debbie Teml, Youth Centre Manager (Half-time; office hours on Thursday & Fridays) Based at St Andrews Methodist Youth Centre, Elm Park, Filton, BS34 7PS. 0117 9691938 07789 947506 www.facefilton.org.uk Register at www. easyfundraising.org.uk - then you can help us raise money when you do any online shopping with various big brand websites, without spending even a penny more! Ask us if you need more details! Thanks for your support!

Pyramid Youth Club

Juniors 5-9 yrs Thursdays 6.30 - 7.45 p.m.

Inters 10-12 yrs Mondays and Fridays 6.30 - 8.00 p.m.

Seniors 13+ Mondays and Fridays 8.00 - 10.00 p.m.

Judo Tuesdays Juniors under 13 yrs 6.30 - 7.30 p.m. and 13+ adults 7.30 - 9.00 p.m.

Juniors have a rotating programme of crafts, games, cookery and computers working in small teams.

Inters and Seniors have football, basketball, dodgeball etc. plus pool and table tennis, computer games, cookery and music.

New members are welcome.

Please ring 9691315 if you want more information. There are vacancies in all age groups.

Based at 470 Filton Avenue, contact Margaret 0117 9691315

Filton Community Centre 983 6500

www.facebook.com/ FiltonCommunityCentre Mondays Gymtastics 9:00 - 3:30 Tel: 07513909786 Survive Drop-In 10:00 - 12:00 Tel: 0117 9612999 Be Yourself 10:00 - 12:00 Tea Dance 1:45 - 4:00 Tel: 07527 808206 Muay Thai Kickboxing 6:30 8:00 Tel: Gary 07788262397 Pilates 7.00 - 9.00 Tel Becky: 07789 687128 Tuesdays Gymtastics 9:00 - 3:30 Tel: 07513909786 Keep Fit 2:00 - 4:00 Tel: 0117 9693326 Flower Arranging 2:00-4:00 Dog Training 7:00 - 9:15 01454 616630 Pilates 7:00 - 9:00 Tel: Maree 0117 9502411 AA 7:30 - 9:30 Tel: Pauline 0117 9837291 Cacti Club 7:30 - 9:30 (3rd Tues) Tel: 0117 9503604 Wednesdays Pilates 10:00 - 11:00 Tel: Maree 0117 9502411 Line Dancing 2:00 – 4:00 Tel: 07792456988 Dawn James Art 2:00 - 4:00 Tel: 01454 616001 Tai Kwan Do 6:30 - 7:30 Tel: 07971 684912

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Sundays Karate 10:30 - 12:00

1st Filton Scouts, Cubs & Beavers

Beavers, aged 6-8, two groups, Weds 5pm and 6.15pm Cubs, 8-101/2, Mon and Thurs 6.30-8pm Scouts, 101/2 - 14, Tues 7-9pm The group is based in Scout Headquarters, Nutfield Grove, Filton, BS34 7LH. All sections are open to boys and girls.

Contact for all sections is John Cahill (jcahill@blueyonder.co.uk), Phone 0798 605 3005)

Rainbows, Brownies and Guides Tuesdays Brownies - ages 7 - 10 years Guides - ages 10 - 14 years Rangers - ages 14 + Wednesdays Rainbows - ages 5 - 7 years Brownies - ages 7 - 10 years Thursdays Rainbows - ages 5 - 7 years For more information please contact : d.wilkey@btinternet. com or register at Girlguiding UK website and follow the parent links to register your daughter.

Filton Community Garden meetings

Every second Saturday of the month at 10am-12noon in the Pavillion Room at Elm Park.

Weekdays

Thursdays Gymtastics 9:00 - 3:30 Tel: 07513909786 Didi Dance 9:45 – 10:30 Tel: 07850983821 Lift Employability 9:30 – 12:00 Short Mat Bowls 2:00 - 4:00 Line Dancing 7:30 - 9:30 Flower Arranging 7:30 - 9:30 Keep Fit 7:30 - 8:30

SHE7, Braemar Crescent, Filton

Fridays Gymtastics 9:00 - 3:30 Bingo 7:30 - 9:30 Karate 6:00 - 8:00

Thursday Over 50’s 3 course lunch £3.00, 12.30pm

Saturdays Ballroom Dancing (3rd & 5th Sat) 7:45-10:45

Got a story or any other inquiry? Call Richard on 0777 555 0607 or email richard@filtonvoice.co.uk

Coffee shop, 9am – 12:30pm, St Peter’s Church, Filton

Tuesday Bingo 7.30pm – 9.15pm

Wednesday Over 50’s 3 course lunch £3.00, 12.30pm

Saturday Bingo, 7.00pm – 9.pm

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Windows. Once a week you will usually see a notification that your computer is installing updates. But what are they?

If Microsoft or other experts have found security issues with Windows, they will release a new program that will fix the problem. For example, there could be a program that has a security flaw that could allow someone to take over your PC or they can also be performance improvements to help the system run faster or be compatible.

Generally it is a good idea to install updates, but occasionally an update can be released that causes problems. Fortunately

this is very rare, but it just makes it important that you have a good regular backup of your system in case anything goes wrong.

Windows 7, 8 and 10 updates are automatic and you would have to go out of your way to turn them off. The updates are normally released on Wednesday each week, but more important ones can be released at any time.

Every so often you may also receive a Service Pack. This is a collection of updates and Windows improvements in one big download. A bit like an update to your car where the manufacturer might give you

better suspension or brakes but basically the car is still the same.

These updates are different to the new upgrade to Windows 10 which we have covered in previous months. This is a more fundamental change to the system which you need to consider carefully and you would have to implement yourself.

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