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An AGM could be held in the wake of the ongoing issues surrounding Filton Community Association.

An EGM - held last month following a public meeting to discuss concerns about the centre management - was abandoned as treasurer David Gillard and president Rover Brock resigned on the spot amid acrimonious scenes.

They left the meeting after angry exchanges with former administrator Oliver Newbury who had been suspended after reporting the association to the Charity Commission.

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by Becky Day Labour’s new candidate for Filton and Bradley Stoke will win the seat in the next election.

This is what Filton and Bradley Stoke party members heard when Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn spoke at St Michael’s Centre in Stoke Gifford last month.

Mhairi Threlfall, Bristol councillor for Eastville and cabinet member for transport and connectivity, won the contest to stand for the target seat earlier this year. The current MP is Conservative Jack Lopresti, who won the last election with a majority of 4,190.

Mr Corbyn told the

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resignations. Both meetings followed several months of controversy, during which the Charity Commission has raised worries about the association’s financial management.

Members present at the EGM, led by town council chairman Darryl Collins, pledged to do what they could to keep

Filtonvoice that the seat will be a ‘very high priority’ for Labour.

He was visiting the constituency as it is one of the marginal seats Labour is targeting in a bid to win the next election.

Ms Threlfall, an entrepreneur from Edinburgh, says that she is aware of the difficulties that people in the constituency face, including traffic congestion, issues with the new Universal Credit system, cuts to education and the impact of Brexit on local jobs.

In particular, Ms Threlfall criticised the removal of the Severn Bridge toll, saying that there have not been sufficient enough plans in place to mitigate against the increased congestion that local constituents are likely to face.

In a press briefing, Mr Corbyn referred to Airbus and the importance of securing a ‘serious trade deal’ with Europe in order to save jobs.

Mr Corbyn said: “We are working on our economic development model for the country, which is about investment in the future

of manufacturing, better infrastructure in this country and trade relationship with Europe that protects jobs – and crucially to make sure that Airbus stays here.

“I fully understand Airbus’ position and it means there must be an open trade deal with Europe, otherwise why would they make engines here? And the same for Rolls Royce.”

Speaking directly to the Filtonvoice, Mr Corbyn explained his plans for a ‘cradle-to-grave’ National Education System, which would ensure learning is free at the point of access.

He also said that a Labour government would encourage parity of esteem between vocational and academic education, as he feels that vocational courses have been treated as ‘second-class options’ in the UK. Mr Corbyn was also joined by Dawn Butler, Shadow Minister for Women and Equality, who – alongside the Labour leader – launched proposals for an Emancipation Educational Trust which would see black history as part of the school curriculum.

the centre running. Now Mr Collins, after advice from the Commission and the volunteer organisation CVS, wants to hold an AGM which is permitted under the constitution.

The meeting has been scheduled for November 19 at a venue to be confirmed.

Mr Gillard was approached for a comment.

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It’s all kicking off... Liam is new world champion!

Filton has a young kickboxing world champion in its midst.

Thirteen-year-old Liam Holden, from Abbeywood School, claimed the junior title in the WAKO (World Association of Kickboxing Organisation) World Championships in Venice in September.

Liam competed in the Older Cadets -42kg category and endured five fights, each lasting two rounds of two minutes, before reaching the final. The competition ran from September 15-23.

The young kickboxer was representing the WAKO Great British squad which he was selected for following the national championships earlier this year.

Liam was joined in Venice by

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dad Jon and instructor Sharon Gill – a six-time world champion, who also lives locally.

He was able to afford the trip thanks to kind donations, given via a JustGiving page by members of his club, GB Fit Horfield.

Before the world championships, Liam followed an intensive regime of training up to five times a week to ensure that he was fighting fit for the competition.

Liam has been practising kickboxing – a full-contact sport, known for its rapid kicks and punches – since the age of six.

Currently a brown sash, Liam is due to undertake his black belt grading in April next year.

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The Union flag raised in honour of Liam Holden’s win has competed in. He has also fought in a number of European championships, travelling to countries such as Hungry, Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Ireland and Spain.

Last year, the Filtonvoice reported that Liam won silver in the WAKO European Championships in Macedonia.

Mum Kelly, who watched Liam competing via a live stream of the event, told Filtonvoice: “I don’t think it has quite sunk in for Liam yet … he’s been incredibly modest about it all.

“It’s impossible to say how proud I am of Liam – he has trained so hard for this, so it’s really well deserved.”

Liam said: “It’s the best feeling ever to be world champion.”

Liam has ambitions of one day competing in the Olympics, should the sport be considered for inclusion in the 2024 games in Los Angeles.

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Filton set to lose pharmacist in branches merger Filton is set to lose a pharmacy after Day Lewis revealed plans to merge the Gloucester Road North branch into its Filton Avenue outlet.

In a letter seen by Filtonvoice, NHS England has invited comments on the proposals by November 12.

The move would leave Filton with just two pharmacies, with a Jhoots branch part of Conygre Medical Centre the other outlet.

Day Lewis was approached for a comment but had failed to provide one as Filtonvoice went to print.

Filtonvoice understands the application suggests no one will be inconvenienced unduly and the walking distance to the Filton Avenue branch is 'manageable'.

On social media, residents have said a delivery service is available but others have raised concerns.

One said: " At least three

elderly folk of my acquaintance have had real problems with these types of services. The drugs are dispensed from massive warehouses hundreds of miles away so mistakes cannot quickly be rectified and there is also the isolation factor. At least if you can, getting out to the chemist gives you some activity and human interaction."

Another said: "When I was in the Filton Ave chemist a while back there was an elderly gentlemen on crutches who had to call into the chemist because the delivery driver wouldn’t deliver to him because he had a dog."

And concerns were raised about the distance: "Really not happy with this proposal.

Filton Avenue is a long way for residents with health conditions."

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Poor parking is a ‘danger to our school children’

by Becky Day ‘Dangerous’ and ‘careless’ parking on pavements is endangering the safety of young school children.

This is the message from Cheswick Village residents to parents who have been spotted mounting their cars on pavements outside Wallscourt Farm Academy to drop their children off at school.

The village has been plagued with parking issues in recent years – commuter parking being particularly problematic for residents.

But this is the latest issue to

cause a stir in Cheswick, with exasperated locals taking to social media to express their frustration.

Resident Sian Clarke told Filtonvoice: “I was walking along with my two young children when a car mounted the pavement right by us.

“It terrified my four-year-old and he has been very wary of cars ever since.

“Considering the small catchment of the school, I don't believe that all these people need to be driving to school. And even if they do feel the need to drive, there are places just a short

distance from the school. It’s not a good lesson to be teaching our children. As well as being a safety issue, everyone needs to take some responsibility for both the environment and the health of the next generation.”

Resident Stuart Millett said: "When I left the school recently a parent was waiting to pull in to the school lay-by which blocked the road temporarily.

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"Let’s not pretend the parking doesn’t cause a danger to the kids and everyone else even if we play the 'it isn’t very long and doesn’t really cause any issues' card.

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has to be on the school doorstep or it doesn’t exist to some, it’s never their responsibility."

However Gemma Hunt, a parent at Wallscourt Farm Academy, wrote on Facebook that there needs to more lenience on parking as not everyone can walk.

She said: “I have to take the car to school most days as I look after my poorly 91-year-old nan and I have to get from the school to Kingswood before 9.20am.

“Does it really cause that much of a problem if someone is parked on double yellows for 10 mins? It isn’t like they are parked there all day, causing traffic issues.

“I understand the fact about some people mounting the pavement to park, but I am sure they do it when no one is walking by, so they are not driving at anyone.

“They need to be a bit more lenient on the parking. Not everyone can walk.”

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safety, Trevor Jones, said that there is regular communication from the school to encourage families to walk, and if they need to drive, to park responsibly.

He told Filtonvoice: “While I fully understand that poorly executed parental parking outside Wallscourt Farm Academy is of concern to residents, especially those who have children at the school, to my mind the solution is largely in parents’ own hands.

“In my role as academy councillor, I have had regular feedback from the principal, who has confirmed that the school pedestrian gate is now opened ten minutes earlier.

“The school newsletter regularly asks families to walk if possible and/or park safely and within the law.

“In addition I have asked the council’s Road Safety Officer to advise whether it might be possible to prevent vehicular

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access to the wide section of pavement.”

Sue Kelham, principal at Wallscourt Farm Academy, said: “Wallscourt Farm Academy is fully aware of the parking issues around Cheswick Village and is working with parents and the local community to try and resolve this.

“There is regular communication from the school asking parents to park legally as well as reminding parents that the best option is for local parents and children to walk to school.

“Members of the senior leadership team are regularly outside the school gates at the beginning and end of the day encouraging people to park safely.

"The school is also working with the local community police who have made several visits to the school in the last two weeks and over time as the school has grown.

“Safeguarding and ensuring the safety of all children at Wallscourt Farm Academy is paramount.”

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Raising a tasty £547 for cancer care A scrumptious cake sale at the Ratepayers pub in Filton raised a whopping £547.37 for Breast Cancer Care.

The event was a 'Big Pink' party for Breast Cancer Awareness Month and was organised by pub manager Debra Davey-Holman and Charmaine Latoyah Short. Debra's sister-inlaw, Dawn, is currently battling the illness.

Debra, pictured, said: "I would like to thank everybody who came to the cake sale and for everybody’s kind donations. I can’t thank enough everyone who donated and my partner in all this Charmaine for all her hard work. Dawn is very happy with the amount raised and sorry she wasn’t well enough to be there."

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Going, going ... £2,700 gone to local good

Three good causes are each £900 better off after a charity auction organised by two Filton residents The fifth annual charity Autumn Fayre was held last month, once again hosted at Shield Road school.

As well as an auction (which also ran online) there was a range of shopping stalls, tombolas, 'as new', games, a raffle and, of course, the cafe which was,

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Steep drop in serious road accidents The number of people killed or seriously injured in road accidents in South Gloucestershire has decreased by more than a quarter, figures show.

Department for Transport data shows eight people were killed and 34 people seriously injured on South Gloucestershire's roads in 2017.

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The overall figure for people killed and seriously injured has decreased from 58, the yearly average from 2010 to 2014, to 42 last year.

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Pre-school forced to shut for a day after thieves target hall

by Keri Beckingham A pre-school in Filton has been targeted by thieves, causing unnecessary disruption for staff, parents and their children.

Filton Park Pre-School on Charborough Road was broken into at some point during the night of Monday October 8.

Thieves smashed a fanlight in the pre-school’s main hall, and are thought to have leaned through in order to open a window and get into the building.

Staff were first made aware of the break-in when they came in early on Tuesday, October 9, and found that the door to the office had been broken in half horizontally while still locked.

They also discovered a large amount of broken glass in the main hall, and another door for a toy storage cupboard had also been smashed in. Although the thieves didn’t get away with any personal records, they did take a printer, a hamper that had been made ready for the recent Autumn Fayre and, bizarrely, a roll of sellotape. The pre-school was forced to shut for a day so that staff could clean up.

Commenting on the disruption that the break-in has caused, Viv Kidd, Joint PreSchool Leader, said: “There’s not a lot here that thieves would be interested in, and they left a lot of mess and broken glass for us to clear up and got very little out of it.

"It took us most of the day to clear up the glass, and we had to throw away a bit of carpet and cuddly toys as they were covered in glass too. The situation has been very inconvenient for parents who work and rely on us for childcare.”

Sue Packham, Filton Park’s other Joint Pre-School Leader, added: “We’ve had some lovely offers from parents to replace the cuddly toys that we had to throw away, and a member of staff had a spare rug to replace the bit of carpet that we had to throw away too. Parents have been incredibly kind and understanding.”

The pre-school have also said that the police think there might be a chance to catch whoever was behind the break-in, as they have

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Sports fans get chance to meet idols in Filton Football boss, ring legend and wrestler to talk about their careers Know a boxing, football or wrestling fan? Three one-off events are coming to BAWA on Southmead Road in Bristol that may well be of interest!

Boxing legend Frank Bruno, football manager Harry Redknapp and WWE hall of famer Mick Foley will each be appearing at their own dedicated ‘An Audience with’ events.

These nights are billed as a unique opportunity to hear the guests interviewed on stage by a special guest host where they speak about the highs and lows of their careers to date and the evenings also includes a 45-minute Q&A session where fans get the opportunity to have their burning questions answered by their idols.

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An evening with Mick Foley - 29th Nov 2018 An evening with Harry Redknapp - 9th Feb 2019 An evening with Frank Bruno - 2nd Mar 2019 James Murden, event organiser told us: “These unique events are such an amazing opportunity to spend an evening in the same room as some major sporting names and to host them in such a small venue is a dream. If you’re looking for a slightly different Christmas gift for the sports fan in your life, you may have just found it!”

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n NEWS For the fifth year running, Filton Community Garden has scooped the top rating of Outstanding from the Royal Horticultural Society.

At a ceremony last month in Yeovil, the garden was recognised again for all the hard work and creativity which has made it one of the highlights of the Filton Community.

The garden has developed over several years to become a place of tranquillity, popular with those seeking a quiet moment or a place to enjoy lunch.

Work at the garden, on the ring road side of Elm Park, is done entirely by volunteers, with support from Filton Town Council.

In her assessment, judge Stephane Purser said the volunteers had turned a 'nogo piece of waste land into a beautiful places for all to enjoy."

She paid tribute to many of the features, including the tree with owl carving and fairy garden, the pond in memory of garden stalwart Bill Moore,

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RHS again gives highest rating to Filton Community Garden the flower beds created by local schools, the new pond and also their recycling activities.

Community Garden chairman Dave Mikkelson said: "The Garden Committee are absolutely thrilled that the RHS continue to recognise what a wonderful space Filton Community Garden has become. We were particularly pleased with the comments of the assessor on the day of the inspection and in her summary.

"Such recognition and the continuing support of the public is all the encouragement we need to maintain and develop the garden for present and future generations. We are always on the look out for new recruits so if you want to join us please make contact you will be made very welcome."

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The council provides a wide range of services and expects to spend in the region of £618.5m in the next financial year, on areas including schools, refuse collection, street cleaning, planning, social care and road maintenance. This budget is based on an assumed central Government contribution of £87.5m towards general services and £212.1m specifically for schools.

While this is an outline budget at this stage, based on a series of assumptions about central government funding and other factors, each year the public are encouraged to comment on the council’s priorities and council tax levels for the coming year.

A spokesman said: "As the drive continues to keep services sustainable for the future, the council is proposing a lower council tax increase, of 2.99% next year, to help cover increased costs in providing services.

Having levied the adult social care precept at 3% for the past two years, government policy does not currently allow us to increase it any further next year.

"It is anticipated that these changes will mean an increase of approximately £43.09 per year in overall council tax bills (or equivalent to £3.59 per month) for a band D household. Even after this increase, medium term

financial planning indicates the council will need to make more savings over the next four years to keep pace with increasing cost pressures and further reducing

government funding."

People can share their views in the following ways: n By email: consultation@southglos.gov.uk n By completing a consultation survey, available to complete online or download from the

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Primary pupils learning in the great outdoors Over the school summer holidays Shield Road Primary School were delighted to see an Outdoor Classroom space built after lots of fund raising efforts by the Friends of Shield Road (PTA). The classroom, although located in the orchard by the Key Stage One playground, is being used by all ages.

There has been lots of positive feedback from both staff and pupils.

Mr Mepham, the Head Teacher said: “We are delighted with our wonderful outdoor classroom. The children have been using it on a regular basis and absolutely love learning in the fresh air.”

The Friends of Shield Road School want to say a massive thank you to everyone in the school and our community who supported the Friends over the last year by joining us at the Christmas Fayre and Car

boot sale. This, along with our regular fundraising activities in the school, makes a big positive impact on the school community.

Some of the funding came from Tesco #bagsofhelp & Aviva #avivacommunityfund so a big thank you is due to them, as well as everyone who voted for the school.

Shield Road Primary has applied to the Aviva Community Fund again this year and will be making improvements to the playgrounds if successful.

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LGGC in alliance with Mitax software training consultancy, are offering free training, at no cost to the general public.

Entering requirement The general entering requirement is a person willing to work hard and learn from the basic concept of object-oriented programming to creating complex application.

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Filton business owners urged to join new group Business owners and traders in Filton are being urged to unite.

That's the message from a local councillor who is bidding to revive the former Chamber of Trade - possibly under a new name - with the vision of helping local businesses thrive.

A launch event will be held on Thursday, November 8 in the Doug Daniels Pavilion at Elm Park, starting at 7.30pm, and all business owners are urged to attend.

Cllr Mubashar Chaudhry said he wanted all businesses big and small - to benefit from having a collective voice.

This could be anything from small sole traders such as builders, plumbers, electricians,/ IT consultants and people running business from home, as well as the larger firms.

He said: "A group like this

can help businesses by having strength in numbers, so we can raise issues with such as South Glos Council and expect a better response. We want this to be a group which benefits businesses, not just a talking shop. So we will lay on guest speakers who can really add value to your business as well as networking and training opportunities."

He said: "We want to offer guest speakers, training, events such as street fayres, networking, highlighting vacancies and in general giving Filton businesses a louder voice."

At an informal meeting, attended by some members of the old Chamber of Trade and South Glos Council, some of the issues facing Filton businesses were discussed. These include the lack of a single High Street as a focal point.

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Do YOU run a business in Filton?

Join us to make trading better for all Our new business group will offer: Training Networking Guest speakers Special events Advertising of vacancies A stronger, collective voice!

An informal meeting will take place on Thursday, November 8th at 7.30pm in the Doug Daniels Pavilion, Elm Park (beside the swimming pool). Please come along, it’s FREE and refreshments will be provided.

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n NEWS Life-saving work North Bristol NHS Trust, which includes Southmead Hospital, has been announced as one of only seven genomic laboratory hubs in the country as part of a national network of centres that could provide potentially lifechanging diagnosis to seriously ill patients.

Matt Hancock, Health and Social Care Secretary, announced that from early 2019 whole genome sequencing will be made available to seriously ill children with a suspected genetic disorder and people with types of cancer.

North Bristol NHS Trust will run the service for the South West alongside Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust.

Dr Eileen Roberts, Head of the Bristol Genetics Laboratory based at North Bristol NHS Trust, said: “Treatments will be more tailored to each individual’s own disease profile and in some cases patients will be able to avoid aggressive treatments which may be of no benefit."

Candidate for new Cheswick council seat says he'll target parking and empty shop units Next year, Cheswick will get its own place at the South Glos table with a new council ward being created called Cheswick and Stoke Park.

Here we meet George Maggs, one of the candidates hoping to make a difference Can you tell us a bit about your background/age/education/ where you live?

It’s been a bit of a journey! I spent 6 years as a forklift truck driver, 6 years as a nightclub doorman while studying, and 6 years at UWE as a researcher and lecturer. I also had a 4-year stint as a researcher for Charlotte Leslie, formerly the MP for Bristol North West (which includes the Aurora Springs development Phase in Cheswick Village).

Why did you get into politics?

Despite the fact that politics can sometimes appear to descend into immaturity and points-scoring, it is still the only way to drive change and get things done. You can either stand on the sidelines and criticise, or roll your sleeves up and get your hands dirty. I thought it was time I did the latter!

What do you know about Stoke Park and Cheswick?

In my former capacity as an MP’s researcher, I worked with Cheswick

residents, and South Glos Cllr Trevor Jones, on a number issues (including problems with phone lines, internet connection and the property management of communal areas). As I remain involved with UWE, I have spent a fair amount of time in the ward over recent years.

What are the big issues facing people in Stoke Park and Cheswick? And can you do anything about them?

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are concerned about are the problems with parking (linked to the increasing number of property lets, particularly on areas bordering Stoke Park), and the empty units on Cheswick Square.

But to get a true reflection of local opinion, I will be distributing

a residents’ survey to all homes in the Ward.

I would appreciate your help in taking a couple of minutes to fill this out if you can!

What is your political ambition?

To work my socks off, get elected on the 2nd May (have a brief rest

on my 35th birthday the following day!), then do everything I can to help solve some of the issues facing Cheswick, Stoke Park and S. Glos more broadly.

What do you outside politics?

Play rugby, go to the gym, and learn Spanish.

Nearly a third of adults receiving social care in South Gloucestershire are paying private providers to top up their support, new figures show.

The Local Government Association said the greater uptake of private services is caused by stretched council resources.

The adult social care survey, of 512 care receivers in South Gloucestershire, shows that 25% of people were topping up social care out of their own pocket in 2017-18. Including those whose families contributed, it was 30%.

Adult social care is provided to people with physical or learning disabilities, or physical or mental illnesses. Provision is means tested, and includes support such as personal care, or with domestic routines.

Of those surveyed about their social care in South Gloucestershire, 91% of people said that they were satisfied with it.

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A warm welcome to the Ratepayers Arms Bar from Debbie and the team where we have BT Sports showing a wide range of events.

We have a good selection of beers, lagers, ciders, wines, spirits and soft drinks, and tea and coffee are available. We also offer a range of Real Ales and Guest Ales on a regular basis. If you feel a bit peckish then we have a range of hot bar snacks and freshly prepared rolls.

We hold a monthly Quiz every third Sunday of the month to support local charities.

Are you a Darts Team looking for a new venue? Or do you like to play socially? If so we would like to hear from you.

Are you a skittles team looking for a new venue? We have a brand new skittle alley available for you just ring 01454 866697 for more details. Free wifi and a big screen for watching sport.

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Softplay fun for the children Come and try our multi-level play area, now includes slides and ball pit with a separate under 3’s section and submarine.

Bring the kids along to play and explore while you sit back and relax. After the kids have run out of steam you can take advantage of our new seating area to enjoy hot or cold drinks, or snacks available from our bar area. Our soft play is available to drop-in and also for prebooked parties with our new dedicated party room included.

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Only £3.50 per child. (residents rates available, please ask at reception) Coffee machine available in the party room next door to our softplay.

Filton Town Council Filton Sports & Leisure Centre Deep water aquafit Starting November 6th - Deep Water Aquafit.

We will be running a Deep-Water aqua class as well as our trusty Aquafit to music. Deep Water Aqua provides a dynamic total body work out without any impact.

Tuesdays – 9.15am – 10.00am Fridays – 9.30am – 10.15am *£4.75 per person on a first come first served basis.

Lane swimming Monday to Friday from noon until 1.30pm, Three lanes available. Coming soon adult only lane swimming sessions from 7.30 pm – 8.30 every Tuesday evening.

Five ways to wellbeing Evidence suggests that a small improvement in wellbeing can help to decrease some mental health problems and also help people to flourish. We can all make active and deliberate choices about changing the state in which we find ourselves. We just need to begin. Each month we are going to introduce various activities and environments to help implement these five things in your life, right now.

This month Be Active - Being active is great for your physical health and fitness. But evidence shows that it can also improve your mental wellbeing.

Many people think that the mind and body are separate. But what you do with your body can have a powerful effect on your mental wellbeing.

Mental wellbeing means feeling good – about yourself and the world around you – and being able to get on with life in the way you want.

Evidence shows that there is a link between being physically active and good mental wellbeing. That makes being active one of the five evidence-based steps we can all take to improve our mental wellbeing.

Being active doesn’t mean you need to spend hours in the gym, if that doesn’t appeal to you. Find physical activities that you enjoy and think about how to fit more of them into your daily life.

Ideas: Doing yoga / watching (playing) football / walking on a windy day / swim in the sea (if warm enough) / dancercise class / a walk on the beach / long walks with baby / a slow walk / deep breathing exercises

Activities at Filton Sports & Leisure centre Do you know we are more than just a swimming pool? We have Walking Netball, Bums and Tums classes, Bootcamp fitness, Zumba classes, Yoga all going on throughout the week. We also are the venue for Slimming World and Weightwatchers in Filton.

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Moving reminder of Battle of the Somme The Trench, an evocative part of the Shrouds of the Somme artwork installation by artist Rob Heard, was a big attraction for visitors to Aerospace Bristol last month.

The exhibition, commemorating 72,396 men killed in the Battle of the Somme, whose bodies were never recovered, was officially opened by Dame Janet Trotter, Lord-Lieutenant of Gloucestershire and Cllr Rachael Hunt, Chair of South Gloucestershire Council, together with Commodore Jake Moores, Chair of Shrouds of the Somme.

Members of the public joined specially invited guests at the moving and respectful ceremony featuring veteran standard bearers, a bugler and cadets from Bristol Adventure Sea Cadets, Royal Marine Cadets and RAF Air Cadets from 2152

and 2152 DF squadron. The 2m high, 45m long, wooden trench, stacked with tens of thousands of shrouded figurines representing men killed in the Battle of the Somme, is on show at the Aerospace Bristol museum thanks to funding from South Gloucestershire Council with support from SSAFA

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n AEROSPACE MUSEUM 160,000 people visit Concorde in first year the vast numbers of those killed really mean.

Cllr Rachael Hunt, Chair of South Gloucestershire Council said: “We have been proud to welcome this exhibition to South Gloucestershire which gives local people a most moving and powerful experience and a chance to remember all those who have given their lives in the name of their country.

“Many local people will have seen the Shrouds laid out on College Green in Bristol but seeing them like this, thousands upon thousands stacked on top of each other in The Trench, really brings home the scale of the devastation experienced during the Battle of the Somme.”

The free exhibition ran until October 14 after which the Shrouds of the Somme travelled to London to be laid out at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park for the Armistice Centenary.

Situated on the historic Filton Airfield, the Aerospace Bristol museum opened its doors twelve months ago and has quickly established itself as one of Bristol’s must-see family attractions. A remarkable 160,000 people have already visited Aerospace Bristol; embarking upon a journey through more than a century of Bristol’s aerospace achievements and stepping aboard the last Concorde ever to fly.

Lloyd Burnell, Executive Director of Aerospace Bristol, said: “We always knew there was huge enthusiasm and passion for Concorde, and great pride in our aerospace heritage, but the incredible number of visitors – 160,000 in just twelve months - and the fantastic feedback we’ve received, has exceeded all expectations. We’re now looking forward to the next phase of the

museum’s development and to celebrating the 50th anniversary of the first Concorde flight in 2019.”

Aerospace Bristol is planning a year-long ‘Concorde50’ celebration, with a programme of special events, opportunities to share Concorde memories, and the chance to support the charity in its mission to inspire the next generation of engineers.

More than 6,000 schoolchildren have taken part in the museum’s national curriculum-linked science, technology and engineering workshops, with younger visitors also enjoying fun children’s trails around the exhibition, hands-on interactive exhibits, and even an aviation-themed outdoor play area. Find out more at aerospacebristol.org

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Local Housing Forums for Bristol council tenants IF you are a council tenant in the areas listed, come and discuss local housing services with your landlord. Get involved in your new Local Housing Forum. December’s meeting topic: anti-social behaviour.

Free tea & coffee provided. Travel expenses can also be reimbursed.

For further information contact: Tenant Participation (0117) 3521444 or email tpu@bristol.gov.uk. All details at: www.bristol.gov.uk/ LocalHousingForums.

Forums in North Bristol Area 1: Avonmouth & Lawrence Weston, Clifton, Clifton Down, Hotwells & Harbourside, Stoke Bishop, Westbury-on-Trym, Henleaze.

10 December 2018, 5.45pm - 8pm. At Ambition Lawrence Weston, Long Cross, Lawrence Weston, Bristol BS11 0RX Area 2: Ashley Down, Cotham, Horfield, Henbury & Brentry, Redland, Southmead.

13 December 2018, 5.45pm - 8pm. At Henbury Village Hall, Church Lane, Henbury, Bristol, BS10 7Q

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Getting from A to B in our city - or not?

THE city council is keen to hear the views of people in Bishopston, Cotham, Redland and St Andrews about their new Transport Strategy. A vision for improving transport in Bristol over the next twenty years has been launched in a bid to tackle congestion and transform how people move around the city.

The draft Bristol Transport Strategy sets out how Bristol City Council plans to tackle challenges affecting journeys such as traffic congestion, growth in housing and jobs, inequality and health problems caused by inactivity and air pollution.

Members of the public are invited to give their views on the strategy and choose their transport priorities for Bristol through a simulator tool, which outlines the pros and cons for a range of projects.

Some of the approaches earmarked in the strategy which could help citywide movement include a mass transit scheme, such as underground or tram, better bus and rail services, safer walking and cycling routes and investment in technology, such as smart phone apps to help people plan journeys.

The consultation and simulator are open until 2 November 2018. Please go to: www.bristol.gov.uk/transportstrategy.

Paper copies of the consultation are also available in libraries.

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Skittles match raises money for Headway The annual Charity Skittles Match, between Henbury Gents and Laings, was held at the Civil Service Club on Filton Avenue.

One of the young players, Duncan Edwards, passed away after a tragic accident in which he suffered severe brain injuries from which he did not recover.

In his memory, for the past few years, both teams play for the Duncan Edwards Memorial Trophy and all proceeds go to Headway, who support brain injured patients and their families.

It is a fun night, where donated prizes are raffled and they play skittles, with proceeds all going to charity. This year ÂŁ400 was raised for Headway, who also supplied balloons, shirts for the captains and a Headway poster to display on the

Wheelchair user enjoys petanque evening. The main raffle prize, a bicycle, was donated by Jan Edwards, Duncan’s mother. Ray Edwards, his father, is Laings Captain, seen shaking hands with Henbury Gents Captain after the match.

They would like to thank the Civil Service Club and all those who contributed to make the night a great success!

This autumn saw the continuation of a three-year association between Filton Petanque Club and Headway.

Members of Headway have joined the Elm Park-based club several times over the last few months in groups of about a dozen to spend time learning and playing the game.

Many have enjoyed the experience and returned for more.

On its last session of 2018 Filton Petanque Club were pleased to welcome their first member who needs a wheelchair, but who found that this was not a barrier to being able access the pistes or take part in the games.

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Fire service puts Flyers through paces Avon Fire and Rescue Service (AF&RS) has teamed up with the Bristol Flyers women’s basketball team based at SGS College in Filton for fitness tests as part of a recruitment campaign.

Fitness instructors from the Service joined the squad for an evening training session, showing just what it takes to pass the firefighter fitness test.

The session, consisting of 16 women ranging from 16 to 36 years old, included interval sets of running at different paces, to improve aerobic capacity and get ready for the Cooper test (1.5mile run), and a barbell shoulder press.

The move came ahead of a new recruitment campaign this autumns

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40% fail to pay their ex for child maintenance

by Miguel Rodriguez Data Reporter Nearly 40% of parents who have their child maintenance payments controlled by the Government in South Gloucestershire are failing to pay their ex-partners.

Newly released figures from the Department for Work and Pensions show that around 410 parents were due to pay support through the Child Maintenance Service in South Gloucestershire between April and June 2018, but 37% of them had their payments in arrears.

The proportion of parents with payments in arrears in South Gloucestershire is down from 38.5% in the first quarter of 2018.

The charity for single-parent

families Gingerbread said the rate of noncompliance in Britain, about 38% of the total, is “worryingly high”.

This payment service, called Collect & Pay, is part of the Child Maintenance Service (CMS), which was set up in 2012 to replace the Child Support Agency.

The CMS can take money from a parent’s earnings or their bank account if they try to avoid payments, or take a parent to court.

At the start of this year, the best performance was in the Orkney Islands, in Scotland, where only 22.7% of parents failed to pay. The poorest record was in Tandridge, the South East, where 51.7% of parents did not meet their obligations to their children.

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ST PETER’S CHURCH CHRISTMAS FAYRE Friday 30th Nov 6.30-9.30pm Saturday 1st Dec 10-12noon Come and join in the fun! There will be handicrafts, homemade preserves, edible festive treats, a bottle stall, a cake stall, games, grand prize raffle and a chocolate tombola, to name but a few. A local children’s choir will be singing. Refreshments will be on sale. Entry fee is 50p per adult; kids go free. Children are encouraged to come in Christmas fancy dress to be in with a chance of winning a prize!

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'Mo’ support for Mario’s Movember campaign A barber from Filton has had lots of support for his annual Movember fundraising campaign, but is still looking for local residents and businesses to get behind him.

Mario Parrinello, who runs The Filton Barbers on Gloucester Road North, has been raising money for the Movember campaign for the eighth year in a row.

Movember is a moustache growing charity event held during November each year that raises funds and awareness for prostate and testicular cancer.

Speaking of the support he’s had to date. Mario told Filton Voice: “We’ve got 32 prizes for the raffle so far with a couple of big ones in the pipe line, and we’ve also sold over 150 tickets,

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so that’s over £500 raised to date plus the donations we’ve had in the donation box. I’ve got a few clients who have always done it with me and said they would again, but I’m still looking for more guys to join the team.”

Mario is hoping to get a team of at least 20 joining in with growing moustaches, and as an incentive there is a prize for the best team moustache as well as a free haircut for any team member that can raise £150 or more.

To find out more and keep up to date with Mario’s fundraising, visit The Filton Barbers page: www.facebook. com/TheFiltonBarbers. To find out more about Movember, visit the charity’s website: https:// uk.movember.com/

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Doubling tracks to improve your train service in the Bristol area 27 October – 18 November As part of our Railway Upgrade Plan, we are installing two new railway lines between Bristol Temple Meads and Filton Abbey Wood; to increase capacity on our network.

We will be working 24/7 from 27 October to the early hours of 19 November and this work can be noisy.

To find out more please visit nr.co.uk/bristol-upgrades or call our National Helpline on 03457 11 41 41

Travelling by train?

Buses replace trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Bristol Parkway, as well as on the Severn Beach line.

This also applies to the weekend of 13-14 October when Bristol Parkway will also be affected.

Other services in the area are being diverted and journeys may take longer.

Follow up work is planned for late November and early December. Please check before you travel at: nationalrail.co.uk, gwr.com/bristol2018 or crosscountrytrains.co.uk/bristol2018 Thank you for bearing with us while we upgrade your railway.

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n ORCHARD SCHOOL BRISTOL

Roll up! Students’ work in circus exhibition

The modern circus has been entertaining people in Bristol for 250 years and to mark the anniversary, Orchard School students have contributed to a major new exhibition at the city Museum and Art Gallery.

The school has been working alongside Circomedia, Bristol Museum and Art Gallery and the University of Bristol Theatre Collection, to investigate and explore some of the characters, stories and events which have shaped circus heritage over the years.

The school’s ‘circus detectives’ started their research by visiting the Theatre Collection. They interviewed local people about their circus memories, and later visited the Bristol Museum to help plan how their work is going to be displayed at the museum.

Year 9 art students were also

involved working on a project based on how clowns register their unique face makeup by painting it on eggs that are stored in a clown register. The heads they are creating were being displayed as part of the exhibition at the Bristol Museum.

A spokesperson for Local Learning, which has been working alongside our

students, said: “Running an intergenerational project has been a positive way of breaking down barriers between younger and older people.

“The students at Orchard School in this project have learnt a huge amount from the experiences and encouragement of the local residents, whilst the students’ enthusiasm and wonder

were something the local residents enjoyed.”

Orchard student Archie interviewed Wendy and Angela, who shared their fascinating memories of the circus parade which took place every May bank holiday when they were younger.

They also reminisced on watching Billy Smart’s Circus every Boxing Day.

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Pupils learn the skills that could save a life For the second year running, Orchard School Year 7 pupils have learnt how to perform CPR as part of the “Restart a Heart Day” campaign.

Restart a Heart Day is a Europe-wide initiative developed by the European Resuscitation Council. It was launched in 2013 to teach members of the public how to help restart the heart of someone who has suffered a cardiac arrest.

The South West Ambulance Service spent the whole day at Orchard School and over 200 Year 7 students have learnt lifesaving CPR. Pupils watched an interactive DVD and learnt all the skills required to undertake CPR. The Y7 Orchard pupils learnt about how to keep a healthy heart – through sport, exercise and diet. They also learnt what

a cardiac arrest is, and how to recognise the signs.

“It was such good fun – I learnt loads and I now feel really confident about what to do if I see somebody in need of help,” said one Year 7 Orchard student.

“The Call-Push-Rescue phrase will really stick with me.”

Every year, around 350,000 Europeans suffer an out-ofhospital cardiac arrest (OHCA).

OHCA can occur anywhere, for example in the street, at work, or while exercising or doing other strenuous activity. Sadly, the vast majority happen at home, where family members are the only witnesses and the only ones with the chance to save their loved ones.

If you’d like to find out more, or have CPR training at your school or place of work, you can visit www.resus.org.uk.

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An update from Jack Lopresti, MP for Filton and Bradley Stoke

I'll be seeking answers over Cribbs decision There have been many great events around the constituency in the last month. I had the pleasure of opening the new Wildlife Garden at the MS Therapy Centre in Bradley Stoke.

The garden is a brilliant collaborative project that created a wildlife therapy garden with many sensory features that will benefit centre users receiving treatments, as well as the wider local community. It was led by the Avon Wildlife Trust, with the generous support of Rolls-Royce apprentices, Wessex Water, and many others within the community.

I also attended the opening of ‘LiftWorks’ at Rolls-Royce in Filton alongside the new Defence Procurement Minister, Stuart Andrew MP. While opening the new facility that will produce components of the new F35 Lightning Vertical Lift System, we met with employees,

apprentices and graduates. This facility is further proof of the fantastic local engineering sector that plays a vital role in securing

local jobs, as well as the local economy.

I am extremely disappointed by the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government’s decision to reject the application for the Cribbs Causeway expansion. This expansion would have provided further brilliant retail options, infrastructure, as well as housing and 3,000 permanent jobs and 3,700 construction jobs. I will be meeting with the Centre Manager at Cribbs Causeway, as well as the Secretary of State to better understand the decision, and to explore what options may be available.

I also had the pleasure of visiting a South Gloucestershire farmer, Will Grey, in Tytherington alongside the National Farmers Union’s Will Frazer. Will, whose farm has been run by his family for generations, has invested in

innovative new technology with a state-of-the-art new milking parlour that will revolutionise his farming practices.

A major topic discussed was the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL), that Will had to pay as part of his new investment.

The CIL is a planning charge used as a tool for local authorities in England and Wales to help deliver infrastructure to support development and is payable on projects that create net additional floor space.

If you would like to discuss anything with me, be it as a resident, organisation or business, please contact my constituency office in Bradley Stoke on 01454 617783 or email me on jack.lopresti. mp@parliament.uk to arrange a surgery appointment, or to arrange a visit to your premises.

For further details, visit www. jacklopresti.com.

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FREE day trips for the over fifties If you are over fifty and want to discover exciting new attractions as well as meet new people, then SGS College has the course for you.

Locations and dates available: • Cake International – 3rd/4th November – Maths course • Artes Mundi/Cardiff Museum – 1st/2nd December – English course

Held over a weekend, the Discover course will allow you to explore different locations and gain a For further information and to book your place qualification in English or maths at the same time. please visit www.sgscol.ac.uk/discover The real fun begins on a Sunday, when you and or contact Sarah Kopera on 0117 909 2327 your peers will be driven by coach to one of the exciting venues around the region. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a culinary connoisseur or a green-fingered gardener, you will find an experience that is right for you.

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n FILTON PLANNING OCTOBER Applications 23 Bridgman Grove Erection of a two storey side and a single storey rear extension to form additional living accommodation.

Rolls-Royce Filton, Gloucester Road Erection of a switch room and associated works.

7 Stanley Crescent Erection of one dwelling with associated works.

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Approve with Conditions 100 Kenmore Crescent Installation of side and rear dormer to facilitate loft conversion.

Refusal 58 Gayner Road Erection of one dwelling with associated works.

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54 Cropthorne Road Continued use as self-contained bungalow (Class C3).

104 Lower House Crescent Installation of rear dormer to facilitate loft conversion.

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491 Filton Avenue Creation of vehicular access onto Filton Avenue (Class C Highway) and installation of concrete hardstanding.

11 Braemar Avenue Erection of first floor side extension over existing garage to form additional living accommodation.

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Decisions 65 Gloucester Road North Works to one Atlas cedar to reduce the crown to previous reduction points (up to 1.5 metres). Tree covered by Preservation Order

9 Pine Grove Alteration to roofline and installation of rear dormer to form loft conversion. Conversion of existing dwelling to form two flats and associated works.

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FREE Things To Do At Filton Library Story & Rhyme Time Every Wednesday

10.30 – 11am Rhymes & stories for pre-school children with bubbles and musical instruments! Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Spooky Fun Thursday 1st November

2 – 3.30pm Come along to make your own spooky crafts.

Suitable for children aged 4yrs and over.

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Lego Club Saturday 10th November

11am – 12noon Come along for stories and theme based building fun! For primary aged children and above.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Memory Café Thursday 22nd November

10.30am – 12.30pm Worried about your memory? Or care for someone with Dementia? Come along to a friendly group hosted by the Alzheimer’s Society.

Open Access Inductions

Would you like to use the library during Open Access (unstaffed hours) Please book your induction at www.eventbrite.co.uk Or get in touch with us at Filton Library for more details.

SGS College celebrated a new partnership with Bell Decorating Group, with the launch of the Bell Decorating Academy, which will focus on supplementing the painting and decorating skills taught in the college with hands-on experience.

Taking place at the College’s Filton campus, Craig Bell, CEO of Bell Group, presented Katie Bone, Head of Construction at SGS, with a plaque to commemorate the partnership. Craig also took a tour of the College’s construction facilities and spent time speaking with students.

Bell Group will now work with students throughout the year, delivering leadership talks, skill set workshops, masterclasses and industry knowledge. Students will also get the chance to be part of local community projects that will benefit people in need.

In addition to learning new skills and obtaining industry insight through the Bell Decorating programme, students studying the College’s painting and decorating course will also have a chance to gain valuable work experience and discover a variety of apprenticeship opportunities working with Bell Group.

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Our Fairlawn Road, Bristol, 5JL. programme canMontpelier, be seen on the BS6 church Tel: Rachael at FL Exercise on 07966 418 714 / website at www.stpeterschurchfilton. rachaelwilliams@talktalk.net . com. New members very welcome, just come along ring as Jane on Classes run onon 5-7the weeknight basis -or charged a block 0117 9699987 orper Janet 9696958. booking (£8 class on -1st0117 Class Free) 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 Ukulele Filton continues to meet at 7.00 - 8.30 pm every Monday at Filton Sports and Leisure Centre, (Bank Holidays excepted,) and we would be delighted to welcome new members. No previous experience necessary; we always have spare ukuleles and songbooks to get you started. Contact Sue on 0117 979 0381; e mail: itchyfeet49@hotmail.co.uk St. Andrew's Methodist Church Lunch Club: Hot lunches served - 12.00 for 12.15 p.m. Special dietary needs catered for. £3 for 2 courses with tea/coffee. If interested - please ring 0117 987 2143; you do not need to be a member of St. Andrew's Methodist Church to join.

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Tuesdays 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. Keep fit with dance moves Improve your mobility and general wellbeing, have fun, challenge yourself and feel more confident, keeping fit to music. The class also includes some body conditioning. Working at your own pace, the class is suitable for everyone. Come along and make new friends at this very social and friendly class. Pay as you go at £4 per session. Wear comfortable clothing and appropriate footwear. For further information contact Eileen Scott, (qualified instructor), on 07969929733, and visit the website http://www. keepfit.org.uk for more info about our organisation.

Westerly Showband welcomes able adult wind band musicians to its weekly rehearsals every Tuesday at Horfield CEVC Primary School Bishop Manor Rd, Bristol BS10 5BD from 7.30 to 9.30 pm. Under its experienced conductor Chris Harris players will be receive the coaching and support needed to achieve a satisfying performance. Band practices take place in a friendly and encouraging atmosphere and include nice biscuits. The repertoire includes a wide variety of genres especially chosen to please both band members and audiences alike. Prospective members can look at the website at www. westerlyshowband .com or ring 0117 9561950 for more information. Visitors to rehearsals are always welcome. See also Friday for training band.

Pilates

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Facing Forwards is an educational and social group for adults with learning disabilities meeting term-time Tuesdays 10am-2.30pm at FACE, Elm Park, Filton, BS34 7PS. With ASDAN awards in the mornings and social time in the afternoons these days are about fun, development and independence; £3 half day or £5 full day. More details contact lisa@facefilton.org.uk.

Wednesdays Pre-School story and Rhyme time 10.30-11am, Filton Library, Shield Centre Filton Garden Club, St Teresa’s Social Club, 7.30pm. 1st Wednesday of every month, 0117 975 9126. Not January.

St. Andrew's Methodist Church Lunch Club: Hot lunches served - 12.00 for 12.15 p.m. Special dietary needs catered for. £3 for 2 courses with tea/coffee. If interested - please ring 0117 987 2143; you do not need to be a member of St. Andrew's Methodist Church to join.

Filtones Choir. Don’t like going out in the evening? At a loose end on a Wednesday afternoon? Ever thought of joining a choir? Why not come along on and exercise your lungs and challenge your grey cells with our friendly group of people who are The Filtones. We are actively seeking to recruit altos, tenors (gents or ladies) and basses to join our happy band. We sing four part harmony but ability to read music, although useful, is not essential as we supply CDs and MP3 files as teaching aids. We give afternoon concerts to elderly people’s clubs and societies around Bristol and two evening concerts in June and December from which we donate much of our profit to charities. We are a very caring and sociable group of people who sing together with the aim of giving as good a performance as we can, but mainly to enjoy ourselves. For more information please ring Jilly on 0117 9232281 or Shirley on 0117 9654348 or e

mail dorothy.bryant@btinternet.com. or look at our web site on www.thefiltones. weebly.com. Alternatively, just call in at Eden Grove Methodist Church Horfield BS7 0PQ between 1.30 and 3.45 pm on a Wednesday afternoon (not during August) for a listen and a chat.

Men in Sheds in Filton is extending its hours to meet demand. The DIY group, which aims to tackle loneliness and isolation among men aged over 50, operates from the Scout hut in Nuffield Grove, providing a space to socialise, build, share skills and drink tea. Men in Sheds Filton is part of a national movement, initiated by Age Concern Cheshire in 2009 and sustained by the UK Men’s Sheds Association. There are now over 200 “sheds” across the country, with many more being developed. The group runs every Wednesday, from 9.30am-12.30pm.

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.

Sound of Song ( a Choir for Female Voices) meet in Horfield URC, Church Hall, Muller Road on Wednesdays 7.30 - 9.30pm. Repertoire covers classical, choral, jazz, popular, folk, and show songs. No auditions necessary." www.soundsofsongchoir.com Northavon Singers Northavon Singers are looking for new members in our four-part all age choir. We sing in Filton and South Gloucestershire at many local venues,supporting local causes and events with two public concerts each year. We do not need you to have a formal audition but will help you to find your voice group. We sing a wide variety of music from light Classics to country, folk, modern, musicals and more. We are a friendly group and would be glad to help you settle in ! Come to rehearsals at St.Peter’s church hall Filton, each Wednesday at 7.30 pm (Opp.Airbus) or phone Margaret 0117 9699206 or visit website publicity@northavonsingers. org.uk

Top Flight Ballroom Dance Club EVERY WEDNESDAY BAWA, Southmead Rd, Filton Ballroom, Latin, Sequence £5 per person. New members welcome For more information, call 0117 919 2756 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 Filton Historical Group. meet at Pavilion, Elm Park, Filton. 7.30pm last Wed.of months. Sept. to April (not December) Interesting speakers. For further details: 0117 9695198.

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Thursdays Bristol Male Voice Choir...If you are a follower of male voice choir music, or would like to sing in a male voice choir, then 2018 is a great year to pursue your interests, by tracking the concerts that Bristol Male Voice Choir will be performing in the course of 2018. Follow us on our website bristolmvc.org.uk.

We warmly welcome new members.

Come and join us as we rehearse every Thursday at SGSC at the end of Filton Avenue where it joins the A38. Find our website or ring 0117 329 3192 for more information. You will receive a very warm welcome..

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 Bristol 9568737 or 9653568 Dinky Dolphins, baby and pre-school swimming session, games music and play, 9.30am-10.30am. 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, We are Filton ladies group, who meet every Thursday, 2pm to 4pm at St Andrew's Church, for a chat and catch up with friends old and new, over a nice cup of tea or coffee and biscuits and would love new ladies to join us. Plus, every 3 rd Thursday we have very interesting speakers when we open up our meeting to nonmembers including men. Why not pop along and meet us, we are a very friendly club. We also do armchair exercises, hold raffles and table top sales. We also arrange various coach trips. Contact Margaret on 01179041844 or Jenny on 01179312822.

Or just come along any Thursday to meet us.

Silver surfers: FACE, 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.avon-andbristol-woodturners.org.uk/fortnightly, 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.

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n REGULAR EVENTS Diddi dance, Preschool dance class for girls and boys ages 18 months to school!

Thursdays 9:45-10:30am, St. Teresas Church Hall. Contact Emily for your free trial.07850983821. emily.norman@ diddidance.com Avon Harmony are a Ladies Barbershop Chorus. We welcome visitors for a no obligation taster session. We rehearse at The Dance Studio, Fairfield High School, Allfoxton Road, Bristol BS7 9NL. Every Thursday evening 7.30pm - 9.45pm. Tel: Mary 07954170532

Fridays 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.

Aqua fit, 9.30 – 10.15am, cost £4.75 a session, class suitable for non swimmers, participants must be 16 yrs and over, Filton Sports and Leisure

Over 30’s Dance Party

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St Andrew's Methodist Wesley Guild meets in the Church lounge every other Friday evening at 7.30 p.m commencing September 14th. We are a small, friendly group with a wide variety of speakers and members evenings and would welcome your company. There is no membership fee, just a small subscription on the evening which includes light refreshments.

Ring 0117 9698523 for further details.

Concord Band is a Wind Band. We meet every Friday from 7.30pm – 9.30pm at St Andrews Methodist Church Hall, Elm Park Road, Filton BS34 7PS. Our Conductor Keith Williams is a well know Teacher and Performer in Bristol, we play a wide range of music, so if you would like to get back to playing again, look no further. Contact Jayne 07880724948 or email: jaynerentonharper@gmail.com or come along with you instrument and have a play. Visitors to rehearsals are always welcome.

Saturdays Councillors’ Surgery, Filton Library.

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

Pyramid Youth Club Monday 6.30-8 p.m. Club aged 9+ Tuesday 6.30-7.40 Judo aged 6+ (no adult class) Thursday 6.30-7.45 Club aged 6-8 Friday 6.30-8 p.m. Club aged 9+ 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

F.A.C.E.

Wednesdays: Youth club for 12-18s (Year 8+) 7.30-9.30pm, £1 Thursdays: Ignite Thursdays: (all sessions £1) 4.30-5.30pm: Sensory Sparklers group for people aged 11+ with complex sensory needs 6-7pm: Bright Sparks Youth club for age 11-15 with learning/social difficulties or ASD 7.30-9.30pm: Illuminators Transitions social club for age 16+ with learning/ social difficulties or ASD No 1-2-1 or personal care provided please bring support worker/carer.

Fridays: 3.45-4.40pm: Street dance for 8-14year olds, £4 5-6pm: Youth club for School Years 3, 4 & 5, £1 6.30-8.30pm: Youth club for School Years 6,7&8, £1 We've extended the time and added a year group!

New members always welcome to all groups. Based at: FACE, Elm Park, Filton, BS34 7PS, phone 0117 9691938, email info@facefilton.org.uk and website www. facefilton.org.uk Please follow us on Facebook: ‘FACE-Filton’ and Twitter: @ FACEFilton to keep updated.

Lift Employ ability 9:30 – 12:00 Short Mat Bowls 2:00 - 4:00pm Flower Arranging 7:30 - 9:30pm Kumon Maths and English classes 4pm - 6pm Tel: 01454 281 037 Karate 6:00 - 9:00pm Fridays Karate 6:00 - 8:00pm Saturdays Little Kickers Junior Football 08:45 - 11:45 Ballroom Dancing (3rd & 5th Sat) 7:4510:45pm Sundays Karate 10:30 - 12:00

SHE7, Braemar Crescent, Filton Tuesday Bingo 7.30pm – 9.15pm Wednesday Over 50's 2 course lunch £3.50 12.15pm, lunch served at 12.30pm.

Thursday Over 50's 2 course lunch £3.50 12.15pm, lunch served at 12.30pm.

Friday North Bristol Amateur Radio Club, Open to Public, 7pm - 10pm Saturday Bingo, 7.00pm – 9.pm

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 HQ, 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 Rainbows - ages 5-7 years Brownies - ages 7 - 10 years Guides - ages 10 - 14 years Rangers - ages 14 + Wednesdays Brownies - ages 7 - 10 years Thursdays Rainbows - ages 5 - 7 years For more information please contact : concordedivision@girlguidingbsg.org.uk or register at Girlguiding UK website. and follow the parent links to register your daughter.

Saturday 24th November Eden Grove Methodist Church, Horfield Christmas Bazaar 11am to 2pm Raffle Tombola Gifts Crafts Cafe

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Filton Community Centre 983 6500 www.facebook.com/ FiltonCommunityCentre Mondays Krav Maga martial arts 8:00 - 9:30pm Tuesdays Keep Fit 2:00 - 4:00 Tel: 0117 9693326 Flower Arranging 2:00-4:00 Dog Training 7:00 - 9:15 01454 616630 Cacti Club 7:30 - 9:30 (3rd Tues) Tel: 0117 9503604 Kumon Maths and English Classes 3.30pm - 5.30pm Tel: 01454 281 037 Pilates 7:15 - 8:15pm with Nicola Fry 07500 962 821 truebalancepilatesbristol@gmail.com truebalancepilates.co.uk Yoga with Rashmi 7 - 8pm 07789 747834 Wednesdays Pilates 9.30-10.30am with Nicola Fry 07500 962 821 truebalancepilatesbristol@gmail.com truebalancepilates.co.uk Jumpfit 5.40 - 6.40pm www.jumpfituk.com Tai Kwan Do 6:30 - 7:30 Tel: 07971 684912 Krav Maga 8:00 - 9:30pm Thursdays

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