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Step back in time as Pegasus House looks to the future. Pages 9-15

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Cars deliberately set on fire in quiet Filton street

Two cars were deliberately set on fire in Rannoch Road in Filton in the middle of the night. Police say two men were witnessed running away from the blaze. Police were alerted by Avon Fire & Rescue Service to a car fire in Rannoch Road, Filton, at about 3.30am on Friday, September 27. Fire crews called back a few minutes later to report a second car fire on the same street. Both vehicles had been

parked are believed to have been deliberately set on fire, police said. House-to-house enquiries reveal that two young men were seen running away towards the A38 at around the same time. Anyone with any information which could help their enquiries is asked to call police on 101. Alternatively call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. They never ask your name or trace your call. In a separate incident a

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motorcycle caught fire following a collision on Gloucester Road North in Filton on Sunday, September 29. No one was reported as being seriously hurt in the crash between a car and a motorbike which happened at about 11.15am. Fire crews attended to deal with the fire and the road was clear by midday. South Gloucestershire Council recovered the motorbike the following day.

Multi-occupancy plan for former doctors’ surgery

A number of interesting planning applications have been submitted to South Glos in the past month. Among them, the former Concord Medical Centre on Gloucester Road North could be converted to “multiple occupancy housing”. The surgery was at the centre of controversy after the decision to close it, with patients saying the trip to the main Concord site in Little Stoke was too far. Filton town councillors have expressed some concerns over parking and toilet provison and have requested a site visit. Not far from the surgery, an application has been resubmitted to demolish the Texaco garage and replace it with five ‘retail units’ and parking while a licensing application has also been submitted for this site. This appears to be unconnected to an application made by Morrisons for the next door former Motaman site.

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New bus service for Filton A bus service just for Filton is now a reality after £50,000 funding was secured to obtain a vehicle. Details of the service have not been finalised but it is understood the bus would run a regular service across all three wards in Filton, filling in the gaps not provided by the larger commercial services. This will be of particular benefit in Conygre which has been without a proper service for some time. Funding has come from the Local Sustainable Transport Fund (LSTF) as part of a £600,000 initiative across South Glos. Filton councillor Ian Scott said much of the credit must go to Katie Donovan of Southern Brooks who was instrumental in pusing the project. He said: “Katie Donovan deserves a lot of credit for ensuring this was a successful bid. This will enable us to work with Four Towns Community Transport to deliver a bus service in Filton especially in the Conygre Ward which has suffered from a lack of bus services since First Bus withdrew their services.” The service will be run in conjunction with Four Towns &

Vale Link Community Transport which runs an on-demand service currently. A meeting of Filton Town Council was told that the new service would possibly cover all parts of Filton as well as Monks Park Avenue, Parkway train station and the main shopping areas, including the redeveloped Abbeywood Retail Park. A South Glos spokesman said: “A number of schemes promoting sustainable travel in local communities throughout South Gloucestershire have been approved for £600,000 of funding through the Local Sustainable Transport Fund (LSTF). “The LSTF is a central government funded project running across the West of England to increase sustainable travel. A total of £600,000 funding has been allocated to support a range of projects across South Gloucestershire which have been suggested by communities, voluntary groups and schools. “The maximum amount of funding that could be applied for was £50,000 for each single project, and a total of 18 individual projects have been awarded funds.” Cllr Brian Allinson, Chair of

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the Planning, Transportation and Strategic Environment Committee, said: “This funding comes as welcome news and will further improve sustainable transport facilities in South Gloucestershire. “This additional funding boost will deliver a sustainable travel legacy for generations to come.” Fuller details on when the service will start, route information and fare prices will be available in the coming weeks.

Mario’s close shave for men’s charity

Filton barber Mario Parrinello will be doing his bit for the men’s cancer charity initiative ‘Movember’. Mario, who runs the barber on Gloucester Road North, will be doing some hot towel shaves at the Swan Hotel in Almondsbury. On October 31, he will give participants a clean shave to start them off then, on November 31, he’ll shave off the moustaches. During November each year, men grow moustaches to raise vital funds and awareness for prostate and testicular cancer. Sign up for the Swan event at http://uk.movember.com/ team/968953

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Lights set to stay off in Filton amid Time difference

Residents have noted that while the official times for the part lighting are midnight-4am (summer) and 1am-5am (winter), the lights appear to be switching off before the stipulated time. It is to do with ‘solar midnight’ which shifts around depending on the time of year and does not match midnight by our clocks. Because the streetlights are triggered to switch off at solar midnight it means that in early November they will turn on and off earlier then expected, “on time” in late Dec and later than expected by mid Feb.

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Filton Town Council is unlikely to ask for a rise in the parish precept to turn street lights back on for four hours at night. Lights in the town have been switched off since South Glos implemented its plans to cut costs and lower emissions. Under the scheme, parishes have the option to raise money through the parish precept (the element of council tax levied by the town council for Filton spending) to turn them back on. According to figures from South Glos, the cost to turn the lights back on would be roughly 62p per month per council-tax paying household. Precise figures are not available but Filton has roughly 1,000 lights and South Glos estimates 600 are on part night lighting. Engineers say the cost to turn the 600 lights back on would be £50 per light, making a £30,000 bill for Filton.

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fears for safety With roughly 4,000 homes paying council tax, this would give a monthly extra payment of £7.50 per year, or 62p per month per household. Since the scheme began in Filton, residents on social media have complained that they do not feel safe returning to home at night. Others have said the lights are being switched off before the published hours - midnight4am in summer and 1am-5am in winter. On Facebook, one resident said: “It really is pitch black. My neighbours are in bed when I get home so you don’t even get a shard of light from their lit up rooms.” Another said: “It get’s very dark now we have no street lighting. When I come in from a work callout in the early hours of the morning, it’s like playing pin the tail on the donkey trying to get the key in the front door. It isn’t going be fun when the bad weather comes, or someone falls over the recycling bins in the pitch black.” At the September full town council meeting, councillors said they were concerned that South Glos was passing street lighting and other services back to the parishes. However Councillor Brian Mead said that if there was a groundswell of opinion, the town council would have to consult with residents on what they wanted to do. A South Glos Spokesman said: “South Gloucestershire Council (SGC) needs to make significant financial savings and reductions in CO2 emissions over

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the coming years. This is to meet national spending targets as well as our commitment to reduce the Council’s carbon footprint under European legislation. “The Council currently has approximately 29,500 street lights and 3500 lit road traffic signs which costs £1.25million in energy and creates in the region of 8000 tonnes of CO2. “There is very little in the way of empirical evidence to support the perception that part night street lighting has an adverse affect on crime or accidents. “Our findings mirror the national picture, which is that part night lighting has not had any adverse impact on crime.” All street lighting is being part nighted except where it is specifically deemed by South Gloucestershire Council to be an area: • Previously identified with crime, antisocial behaviour, or traffic accident issue. • Have CCTV local authority/ police surveillance equipment reliant on street lighting. • In close proximity of 24hr operational emergency services sites including hospitals. • Have formal pedestrian crossings and traffic light controlled junctions (zebra, pelican, toucan, etc). • Have traffic calming features (e.g. chicanes, speed humps, etc). • With designated sheltered housing. • Enclosed (e.g. fenced on both sides) footpaths that South Gloucestershire Council considers all night lighting significantly reduces risk to users.

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A Filton resident has launched a petition calling on South Glos to restore funding for street lighting at night in Filton. Ken Hoare, left, from The Sidings, said: “South Glos Council has gone ahead with a decision to turn off the street lamps from midnight to cut down on Carbon emmisions and save money. “I think that after reading a lot of views and comments and seeing for myself how dark it is out there after midnight and listening to a young lady who finishes work after midnight and how she felt unsafe I thought the views of people in Filton should be heard. After going out after midnight on my bike to see for myself I decided to start a petition and get signatures. “How can money come before the safety of the people in Filton.” The petition can be found at http://petitions.southglos.gov.uk/ petitions.ti/lighting

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Youngsters raise cash for charity

Students’ £600 charity effort By Amy McQueen Abbeywood Community School students united to raise awareness and money for the Macmillan Cancer care charity. The charity is largely made up of nurses who provide support and advice to cancer patients and their families to help them cope with the illness and the problems it can bring. Assemblies were presented during the week to each yeargroup by sixth form students Hope Falconer, Amy McQueen, Ethan Dyke and Grace Boothman in order to inform and educate

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the rest of the school about the charity’s practical, medical, financial and emotional support they provide these families at a very difficult and demanding time. The school is renowned for fundraising for charities and decided the best way for to raise money would be to hold a bake sale. It was a huge success as they raised a whopping £601.50 by selling cupcakes, brownies and doughnuts provided by both students and staff. Macmillan coffee mornings: Page 23

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Capital treat for Nathan after triathlon A pupil from Charborough Road School was invited to London to meet young fundraisers from around the UK after his own charity effort in September. Nathan Montano Hunter, 10, took part in one of five UK KidsTriathlons in September at Horfield Leisure Centre, organised by Lite@Nite, a new fundraising initiative from Thistle Hotels. He was raising money for The Childrens Society. The children had to swim 90m, cycle 900m and run 500m. Nathan recieved a certificate and medal for taking part as well as a goody bag. A week later the family received an email saying that he had been chosen as a lucky winner of a trip to London for his fundraising. Fifty families were chosen from those who took part in the triathlons across the UK and NAthan and his family joined representatives from all the charities at Marble Arch.

They walked across Hyde Park to reach the Serpentine. Then the 50 children all wearing their yellow Lite@Nite tshirts ran across the finish line of the World Triathlon Championships. A celebration followed at the Thistle Marble Arch hotel, including a bucking bronco, face painting, a photo booth and other games for the children. Nathan is 10 and has just started year 6 at Charborough Rd School. He lives with mum Jane and his sister Greta, 5, in Filton. Nathan enjoys all sports and plays football for his school and St Valliers U11 team. He also belongs to 1st St Peter’s Scouts. Jane said: “We heard about the Bristol kids triathlon and I thought it would be great for Nathan to take part. He really enjoyed it and was so pleased to get the chance to run at the World Triathlon finals in Hyde Park. I am really proud of his achievement.”

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Bringing a landmark back to life One of the South West’s most iconic industrial buildings – Pegasus House – has reopened following a complete refurbishment to bring it back to its former glory. His Royal Highness The Duke of Gloucester was special guest at a 1930s-themed day of

celebrations to commemorate this landmark achievement. Many well-known Filton faces attended including MP Jack Lopresti, town council chairman Darryl Collins, members of the business community, former workers and Filton Community History members.

The opening ceremony included a dedication by Rev Canon Brian Arman from Filton Church. He told guests of the close connection between the church and Airbus and how, over the years, staff would use the church for moments of quiet contemplation.

During the wartime air raids, which saw 230 people including 91 employees killed, the church played an important role in working with the families of the bereaved. During this time, the site employed around 56,000 people. Continued on Page 10

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A symbol of pride in our heritage From Page 9 VIP guests and employees enjoyed a traditional garden party, entertainment from musicians and a Laurel and Hardy tribute act, tours of the buildings and displays. Pegasus House, formerly known as Filton House, opened as the headquarters of the Bristol Aeroplane Company in 1936. It had been unused for the past 22 years and in that time suffered damage from fire, the elements and vandals. The reopening follows extensive refurbishment work. Along with the newly built Barnwell House, Pegasus House now forms part of the £70 million Airbus Aerospace Park (AAP). Around 300 workers will be based at Pegasus House, while 2,500 engineers will work from Barnwell House, which is due to officially open in December. Steve Fowles, Airbus Head of Buildings and Construction said: “The historical significance

of this building has been reflected in the quality of the refurbishment and the attention to detail. “It represents a hugelyimportant heritage and at the same time is testament to the pride in British aviation and our confidence in the future of the business.” Mr Fowles paid tribute to the skill, talent and commitment of all the craftsmen and women who have worked on the refurbishment and most of whom are based in Bristol and the South West. Some of the most talented and famous aircraft designers, engineers and pilots were employed inside the art decostyle building in Filton, working

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Finished restoration ‘is all one could have hoped for’, says history group Members of Filton Community History were privileged to be present when Filton House, now Pegasus House, was re-opened last Thursday and we were shown round the refurbished building. Spokesperson Jackie Sims said: “Airbus has spent huge amounts of money and expert care has been lavished on it. We on aircraft ranging from the Bristol Beaufighter to Concorde. Architect David Olivares and builders Miller Construction spent 18 months totally renovating the building – including restoring the fourstorey stained glass window designed by muralist Jan Juta – and replacing all 430 windows. The Grade II-listed building had suffered extensive damage while it stood empty and both Pegasus House and its heritage features were in danger of being lost for good. Now thanks to the vision, investment, commitment and

felt like we might almost have been the first people to enter it in 1936. “Airbus have made every effort to restore this building to pristine condition, using West Country craftsmen where possible, and taking care to use old photographs and records, and to listen to people who have worked there. They have skill of hundreds of individuals and many businesses, the building and its features have been refurbished and repaired. Airbus Head of Engineering Neil Scott said: “Not only has the AAP returned that part of Filton to its former glory, but the investment by Airbus demonstrates the company’s commitment to Bristol and to its employees. “Pegasus is a figurehead building. Airbus is not just investing in its future, but in its heritage.” Tom Williams, Airbus’ Senior National Representative in the

consulted closely with South Gloucestershire Council and English Heritage, and the result is all one could have hoped for. “We are delighted that this careful task has at last been completed, as we know all Filton residents will be. “The newly named Pegasus House has been a landmark UK said: “It was a great honour to have the Duke of Gloucester join employees and members of the Filton community at this historic event. Everyone at Airbus is extremely proud of our history and of the early pioneers whose passion and drive helped make the UK’s aerospace industry one of the greatest in the world”. “Aviation is also very much a forward looking industry, we are always striving to design and engineer better, more efficient aircraft and the investment in Pegasus House and the wider Airbus Aerospace Park facilities

for 76 years but derelict since 1992. “For aviation, and for our community, it has stood for employment, prosperity, excellence, innovation and pride. Now this iconic building will be coming into its own again, with designers, engineers and office staff working there once more.” shows Airbus’ determination to continue investing in Filton benefiting the whole of the UK aerospace industry and ensuring we remain at the forefront of this thriving global industry both now and into the future.” Cllr Ian Boulton, Chairman of South Gloucestershire Council said: “For decades Pegasus House has stood over Filton as a towering reminder of our proud aviation heritage. “It has now regained its rightful place as a landmark building where local people can continue to develop world beating aerospace technologies

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Sir George White (grandson of Sir Stanley White after whom the gates are named), Neil Scott, Head of Engineering and Lady Joanna White. Below, the group joined by Katherine Bennett, Airbus Head of Public Affairs

Gateway returned to former glory A pair of three-metre-high ornamental gates that stood at the original entrance to the headquarters of The Bristol Aeroplane Company have been restored by local craftsmen. The gates which now take pride of place outside the new Airbus Aerospace Park in Filton have been brought back to their former glory by Westonsuper-Mare-based architectural metalwork company CJ Fabrications. And the gateway has been renamed The Sir Stanley White Gate in honour of the man who ran Bristol’s aeroplane company for more than 50 years and during both World Wars. Founder of CJ Fabrications John Hawkes and his son Chris have spent some 300 man hours working on the gates. “The main challenge was to preserve as much of the original material as possible,” said John. “It would have been easier to replace the damaged parts, but ultimately we managed to save about 92 per cent of the original metal.”

The gates are made of a mixture of wrought iron, which gives them their strength, and lighter mild steel forming the decorative sections. After removing the gates to the workshop in Weston and stripping them back to the metal, John and Chris had to repair and replace sections, before repainting the gates with eight coats of specialist paint.

“We painted them in situ, because that is what would have happened originally and we wanted to be as close to the heritage as possible,” said John. Airbus head of engineering Neil Scott said: “The Airbus Aerospace Park is the result of a £70 million investment in Filton by Airbus, securing the future of jobs at the site and its position as a centre of excellence in

aerospace design and innovation. “These iconic gates stand testament to our commitment to building on our proud heritage while moving forward into the future.” Sir George White, grandson of Sir Stanley White, unveiled a commemorative plaque at a renaming ceremony for the gateway which used to be known as Queen’s Gate. Sir Stanley was the son of the first Sir George who established the original British and Colonial Aeroplane Company on the site in 1910 and who is regarded as the founder of British aviation. The gates were originally made in the 1930s to stand at the entrance to the then Bristol Aeroplane Company’s headquarters. It is not known for certain who made them, but the most likely candidate is Gardiners of Bristol who specialised in that kind of commission at the time. CJ Fabrications also worked on much of the metalwork inside the newly refurbished Pegasus House.

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Landmark’s role in aviation history 1910 Sir George White, known as the father of British aviation, establishes the British and Colonial Aeroplane Company at Filton.

1935

Sir Stanley White, son of Sir George, commissions the building of a new headquarters for the company, now the Bristol Aeroplane Company (BAC). Work starts on Filton House (later Pegasus House).

1936

Staff move into the building, which includes a projection room, a conference room, a large drawing office, and a wages department in the basement.

1939

World War II begins. Bristoldesigned and built aircraft and engines play a hugely significant role in the war.

1940

On September 25, the Luftwaffe bombs Filton and 272 people lose their lives.

Post-war To keep the massive workforce employed, BAC diversifies into cars, marine craft, plastic products and prefabricated homes.

1945-1950 The King and Queen, all the European heads of State, Winston Churchill, Group Captain Douglas Bader, Wing Commander Guy Gibson (of Dam Busters fame), Cary Grant, Joan Fontaine and scores of other royals, politicians, heroes and celebrities visit Filton in tribute to the role played by BAC during the war.

1950s Bristol’s engineers continue to produce iconic aircraft including the Britannia, the first turbinepowered airliner to provide a non-stop service over the Atlantic.

first flies in 1969 and enters service in 1976.

1960s

1980s

Work starts on Bristol’s most famous aircraft, Concorde, which

1970s

The first Airbus aircraft take to the skies. Pegasus House was never designed for the computer age.

Employees begin to move out.

1990s-present For most of this period, the building stands empty. It is vandalised and set on fire three times.

2007

to see if it is feasible to refurbish the building. Work begins soon after.

2013

September 26, HRH the Duke of Gloucester reopens Pegasus House.

The first surveys are conducted

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Then and now The dramatic stained glass windows, modern spaces and polished floors of Pegasus House today are a far cry from the rubble-strewn, dilapidated scenes that have greeted visitors since the buildingâ€™s decline in the 1980s. Here is a selection of photos revealing some of the changes.

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Having just read Jackie Sims’s article on Filton Playgrounds it has got me thinking about the current facilities. As a parent of young children I visit lots of playground but rarely to the one ‘just up the road’ as it is so poor. Just look at the new playground by Horfield sports centre, or Blaise Castle estate, or Canford Lane as three examples of many great play facilities within a short distance. I am not the only one to think like this and is a real shame for the young people of our community. Isn’t it about time this was addressed and the playground updated?

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Views on closure of King George VI Pete Abraham I hope it stays as a pub or something useful. At the very least, please, no more supermarket type shops Sean Walsh I would have thought the access arrangements made it unsuitable for a supermarket. Kirsten Gooding This pub has so mush potential to be a ......PUB. A nice family pub,where you can get good food and let children play in a pub garden at the rear. Good parking and in the heart of Filton community.We need a famous chain of inns to pick up this little gem.

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16 new homes earmaked for Newleaze House site

Residents in Filton took time out to look at Merlin Housing Society’s plans for the development of 16 new homes on a site in Roycroft Road. Around 40 people came along to the public consultation at Newleaze House to view the plans before the housing association submits its planning application. The plans include 6 two bed houses, 4 three bed houses and 6 one and two bedroom flats which will be offered at a mix of social rent, market rent and shared ownership. Merlin’s Development Manager Peter Crouch said: “The site provides us with a fantastic opportunity to develop much needed and affordable family homes in Filton. We’ve tried to reflect current and future demand for housing in the area”. “We held this event as an opportunity to find out what local people think of the proposals. Most of the comments we received were in favour of the development. We had a few minor objections, which we will address before we submit a formal planning application. “We’re aiming to start on site early next year and have the homes ready for people to move into in early 2015.” Previously used as older people’s housing, Newleaze House was deemed not fit for this purpose back in 2010, based on the size and accessibility of the bedsits it housed.

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Styling the season As the infamous London Fashion Week reached its finale, Bristol’s had just got started at The Mall, Cribbs Causeway, presenting some great fashions from the likes of River Island to John Lewis. This fashion extravaganza showed a range of styles inspired by top designers featured at London Fashion Week, such as punk chic by Saint Laurent, faux fur by Topshop Unique, jewelled embellishments by Dolce and Gabbana and various animal prints by Burberry Prorsum. First up was River Island’s take on patriotic punk chic. This London scene showed lots of red tartan, black leather skirts and

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jackets, matched with chunky biker boots – very punk rock. Tartan made a later appearance in the very red, “Hogmanay”style finale from various retailers, including Next children, Marks & Spencer and John Lewis. Embellishments and accessories appeared to be an outfit must-have this season as they were featured by many stores. This ranged from fur collars on both leather and tweed coats and headpieces from Marks & Spencer, to sparkly necklaces from Ernest Jones and glitzy party dresses from Wallace and Lipsy. A leading trend (and my

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I am a Sixth Form student at Abbeywood Community School currently studying my final year of A levels, a budding journalist and – pardon the cliché – have a real “passion for fashion”! I hope you enjoy reading my articles, and are inspired by my spin on the latest and upcoming trends in the world of fashion. Amy McQueen 1. Tartan Finale from Next Children, Marks & Spencer and John Lewis 2. Dark based florals from John Lewis 3. Animal print from Marks & Spencer

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Volunteers needed to help save lives

Avon Fire & Rescue Service (AF&RS) is looking for Filton volunteers who can raise awareness of Home Fire Safety Visits (HFSVs). Community Champion Volunteers will be asked to spend around eight hours a month talking to local groups about the benefits of a Home Fire Safety Visit and encouraging people to sign up. Referrals will be passed to AF&RS and firefighters will visit people at home to discuss fire safety issues specific to their property and fit free smoke alarms where required. Community Champion Volunteers will be providing a valuable service to local people by helping to increase fire safety awareness and prevent accidental fires. AF&RS Assistant Chief Fire Officer Mick Dixon said: “We are keen to spread the fire safety message across our local communities and have developed the Community Champion Volunteer scheme as a way to ensure we can reach those most in need. Community Champion volunteers have an important role to play in preventing fires and potentially saving lives.” Volunteers are now being recruited through the Volunteers Centres in Bristol, Banes, South Glos and North Somerset. No qualifications or previous experience is needed and full training will be given. For more information please contact Volunteer Support Team at The Care Forum on 0117 9589308.

Margaret still loving the job ... but tells drivers: slow down! A popular lollipop lady, who has been working for children from Filton Hill Primary for 10 years, says motorists still drive too fast. Margaret Cook has helped youngsters and their parens from Filton Hill Primary since she moved from Little Stoke Primary and says that despite the speeding drivers and all the weather, she still loves her job. Margaret, who has lived in Filton for 70 years, said: “I really like the job and seeing the children grow up. “They all get to know me over the years and I must say, they are very good children at Filton Hill. “I work here very day, mornings and afternoons, in all conditions but I’ve got the

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Cakes and coffee for cancer charity It was cakes and cuppas all round when a Filton mum organised a Macmillan Coffee Morning. Natalie Westlake, of Hollyleigh Avenue, helped by daughters Isobel, 8; Evie, 5; and Rubey, 3, hosted 50 friends and neighbours and created a real party with a bouncy castle for the children. Despite the showery weather, everyone gathered in the garden gazebo and enjoyed the delicious

cakes on offer ... and more than £150 was raised for Macmillan. Natalie said she wanted to raise the money for Macmillan because family members had been affected by cancer and also to give something back after Rubey received excellent care after being diagnosed with a heart condition. She said: “My daughters have donated their school toast money to Macmillan this week. “Everyone put in a lot of

effort, including lots of mums from school and family, with cakes to rival Mary Berry!” Other Macmillan coffee mornings were organised at Abbeywood School and also at St Andrew’s Methodist Church. At St Andrew’s, the church raised £242.70. A church spokeswoman said: “Many thanks to all who attended and also to Filtonvoice for putting it in the magazines.

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Baby and pre-school swimming session, games music and play. These sessions are first come, first served. £3.70 for 1 adults and up to two children, Filton Sports and Leisure Centre. From September: Mondays, 9.30am-10.30am Thursdays and Fridays, 10-11am

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Legion branch for Poppy Appeal 2013 The Stoke Gifford Branch of The Royal British Legion, which covers Filton, is celebrating another successful year, in this its 85th anniversary year. The branch, established in 1928, launched its Team ’85 logo, and has had special fundraisers such as its concert held in the Church Rooms in February and its Tri Services Military Event held in the Mile Straight Sports and Social Club on September 1. As well as celebrating its 85th year the Stoke Gifford Branch, which covers Bradley Stoke, Little Stoke, Filton and Stoke Gifford won the RBL Gloucestershire County “Marling Cup” for most efficient small branch for the second year running. The 2012/13 Poppy Appeal which ran from October 1, 2012, to September 30, 2013, has achieved another great total, but the final figures won’t be out until year end. The money raised goes towards the Legion’s Welfare Fund and is used to help current and ex-service personnel and their families. Currently the Legion is spending £1.7 million a week in help and support, so it needs the continued generous

support of the public, businesses, and other organisations to help raise the funding it requires to continue its work. If you or someone you know needs help, please contact Terry Webber on 0117 909 1486 or Brian Hewitt on 01454 775632. The national and local branch launches for the new 2013/14

Poppy Appeal will be in late October with Stoke Gifford’s taking place on October 25 at Parkway Station at 2pm. The Stoke Gifford Branch will be putting static tins around the area, and will have collectors in various stores and shopping centres and in Parkway Station. The branch will again be

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With just over eight months to go before the new Brunel building at Southmead Hospital Bristol opens its doors, North Bristol NHS Trust is looking to recruit 150 Move Makers who will play a vital part in helping patients and visitors find their way around the new building. The £430 million Brunel building opens on May 28, 2014, and will bring together all hospital services from the current Frenchay and Southmead sites. The Move Makers will meet, greet and direct patients and visitors arriving in the public areas of the Brunel building and the car parks. Tricia Down, head of capital planning for the trust, said: “Their role will be more than functional - they will be making a difference to patients, visitors and staff who step into our fantastic new building for the first time – particularly given the vast size of the atrium. “By the time we get to May 2014, Southmead Hospital Bristol will have transformed as a site quite considerably, although there will still be work continuing in some areas. “Having a welcoming, friendly face when patients and visitors arrive in the car park or the Brunel building, with someone to guide you to your appointment or assist family and friends will be invaluable during a time of considerable change.” To find out more about becoming a Move Maker, visit www.nbt.nhs.uk/movemaker or call 0117 340 2037.

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THE Largest Food and Home show in South West to stage ‘Chefs’ Forum Pop-Up Restaurant’ for Children’s Hospice South West. The Bristol Home, Food & Drink Festival, now in its third year, will play host to TV chef Martin Blunos at the mammoth, purpose-built UWE Exhibition & Conference Centre in Frenchay, Bristol on 26-27th October 2013. The hugely successful event, organised by Nationwide Exhibitions, will showcase the very best that the west has to offer including a myriad of top local chefs, food & drink producers and beautiful home wares. There is still time to register

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exhibitions over the last two years. It continues Nationwide Exhibitions’ 30-year history of creating and launching distinctive, innovative events. It is really exciting to be majoring on food this time in a city with such a vibrant local food scene. The Festival will provide a unique opportunity for foodies and home lovers to discover new products and ideas in a fun and friendly environment.” Entry to The Bristol Home and Food Festival is £9. The event takes place on 26-27th October at the UWE Exhibition & Conference Centre, adjacent to the University’s Frenchay Campus. Food isn’t the only item on the agenda:Visitors will find a fantastic range of quality companies showcasing new and innovative ways to improve the home. Exhibitors will range from external security solutions, Devon Duvets (as sold in Harrods), water purification systems, garden gazebos and loft ladders! Visitors to The Bristol Home, Food & Drink Festival will be able to browse, sample and experience the best exhibitors Bristol and the West has to offer such as Robert Welch Knives, Bramley & Gage liquors, Riverford Home Delivery and the Upton Cheyney Chilli Farm. Nigel Stevens, Exhibition Organiser for Nationwide Exhibitions, commented: “We are holding the Home and Food Festival at the UWE Exhibition Centre for the third year running after a hugely successful

There will be a Chef’s Forum Pop-up Restaurant in the evening on Sat 26th in aid of Children’s Hospice South West — 5 courses with wine pairings cooked by Chefs Chris Wicks (Bells Diner) and Adrian Kirikmaa (City of Bristol College). Tickets £75

Bristol Academy launches ‘Mini Vixens’ Mini Vixens is a new weekly coaching session for girls and boys aged 5-7 launched by the Bristol Academy of Sport Women’s Football Club. Following the success of their summer camps, Bristol Academy based at SGS College are now expanding their community programme with the aim of increasing football participation and increasing awareness around the professional female game by giving local children access to positive sporting role models. Delivered by first team players Angharad James and Lauren Haynes, the sessions will be a fun way for girls and boys to get into football with a focus on ball skills and small sided games. This initiative has been introduced to the Bristol Academy community programme following fantastic feedback from those who attended the summer holiday camps. The club already has a successful school holiday programme for girls and boys, and a Centre of Excellence and Skills Centre for girls. The introduction of Mini Vixens offers opportunities for a younger audience for the first time in the club’s history.

Events Manager, Lowri Williams comments: “This is the first time that we have lowered the age to ages 5 and up. We felt it was key to try and engage youngsters that much earlier. The weekly session is a great

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I was privileged to be asked by Airbus UK to attend the reopening of New Filton House on September 26th. Initially I thought that this was simply an invitation to be present as one of many representatives of the community and local commerce. How wrong that impression was to prove! Following a further letter and then personal contact with the firms’ representatives it emerged that they were anxious that the beautifully refurbished buildings should not simply be reopened but also dedicated to the glory of God. Since I am Rector of the Parish they thought that it would be appropriate for me, on behalf of everyone in Filton, to perform this ceremony rather than invite one of the more senior members of the church hierarchy. Naturally I was very touched - and not a little surprised - to be invited to do

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with Rev’d. Canon Brian Arman St Peter’s Church, Filton has restored confidence and pride into the community and engendered a new sense of optimism and self confidence which I was more than happy to play a small part in celebrating, not to mention the livelihood of the numerous people whose jobs depend of the future viability of the site! However the good people of Airbus had a sub plot: ‘Could you say something about the longstanding relationship between the church and the Works?’ they said! After I had hesitatingly agreed I mentioned that September 26th was the day after the 73rd Anniversary of the daylight raid on Filton in 1940. Not being local they were

unaware of this but: ‘Good, you can tell us about that as well.’ Suddenly I found myself cast in the role of keynote speaker with Royalty present - me and my big mouth! All I can say is I hope I didn’t let anyone down. The refurbished buildings were truly dedicated and I can assure you that those present will have become aware of the relationship between death and resurrection, old life and new life, despair and hope which characterised the day and is also, of course, the epicentre of the Christian message. I count myself very fortunate to have been asked to represent all of you on this very special day. With every blessing.

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News £36 a year to collect green bins

Redidents will have to pay for collection, pay for bags or take waste to the tip Filton residents will be charged £36 a year if they want their green bin collected, South Glos councillors have decided. The authority said the move was aimed at giving residents more opportunities to recycle household waste. The charge can be avoided if garden waste is taken by residents to the local SORT IT! site at Stoke Gifford. They can also opt to use £2 ‘pay as you go’ garden waste sacks. The charging will help the council raise an extra £1.2million from local households. But Conservative councillors, who voted against the charging, said waste contractor Sita should be more efficient. Labour and Lib Dem councillors on the authority’s Communities Committee voted through a new £36 a year green bin charge for garden waste collection plus £2 for pay-asyou-go sacks. Conservative councillors opposed the move and argued that the district’s waste contractor Sita should become more efficient instead. The consultation was fiercely criticised by Conservative councillors. They said the majority of comments in a consultation were against green bin charging.In the report to councillors, council officers warn that the district’s current 51 per cent recycling rate

could fall by 1.5 per cent once green bin charging is introduced – below the national 50 per cent milestone. Cllr James Hunt (Con, Emersons Green), Conservative Lead Member for Communities, said: “Like so many residents,

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was Tamsin Abbott, who was exhibiting her wildlife-inspired stained glass panels at North Wootton, near Glastonbury. Although familiar with them through photographs online, I was stunned by the delicacy of Tamsin’s work, which really comes into its own when you see it with natural light streaming through the glass. A badger graffitoed onto sunset coloured art glass was a particularly poignant exhibit, given the destruction currently being visited on this most noble and playful of creatures and the proximity of the venue to the cull zone. Exhibited alongside Tamsin’s panels were some very sympathetic paintings and

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News Airfield closure ‘madness’ when UK calling out for more runways Filton councillor Ian Scott has told a commission looking into Britain’s airport future that closing Filton Airfield was “madness” when the country is crying out for more runway capacity. The Government set up an independent commission which will present an interim report by the end of 2013 and a final report by the summer of 2015. to be set up on a commercial Cllr Scott, pictured, said basis. It expanded during both Filton Airfield should be World Wars, and was the largest considered as part of that 811_A5L_EDGE_Refurb_234099.ai 1 08/03/2012 15:36 factory of its kind anywhere at national review and meanwhile the start of the Second World should not be ruled out by War. the Inspector conducting the “To this day, the factories Examination in Public of South are still very much alive, both in Gloucestershire’s core strategy. aircraft and engine design and He said: “The aviation component production. industry in the north of Bristol “Nationally there is a was born in 1910, and was the recognition that there is a first aeroplane factory in Britain 811_A5L_EDGE_Refurb_234099.ai

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need for immediate action to improve the use of existing runway capacity but it does not appear that anyone is looking at protecting one of Britain’s finest existing and strategically placed airfields, Filton Airfield. “Filton’s runway is one of the widest, at 91 m (300 ft) and is a considerable length at 2,467 m (8,094 ft) long, having been extended first for the maiden flight of the Bristol Brabazon airliner in 1949 and again in the late 1960s for Concorde. “It is difficult to set up a new airfield as there are lots of public objections, so it seems madness at a time when we need more runway capacity, the nation is allowing an existing long established airfield to be demolished. “It is not in the national

interest to build houses on one of the best airfield solutions in the country, close to the M4 and M5 interchange and the rail interchange (North – South) (East – West London to Wales) around Bristol Parkway linked to the freight rail line next to Filton Airfield. “Filton Airfield is a national strategic asset that once lost will never be recovered.” The airfield was closed down by the owners, BAE Systems at the end of last year but campaigners insist that it would be financially viable to keep it open. It is expected that thousands of homes will be built on the 300-acre site as well as an aviation enterprise zone which BAE Systems says would create thousands of jobs.

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Fundraising walk part of Ian’s journey to recovery In July 2010, Ian Taylor was enjoying a walk along the Monarch Way in Gloucestershire when he suffered a heart attack. His life was saved by the quick actions of those around him and the swift response of the specialist medical team on board The Great Western Air Ambulance. He tells Filtonvoice how three years on he has retraced his steps along the route in aid of the Filton-based charity. On July 4, 2010 my wife Cathy, sister-in-law Helen and I were visiting our friend Anne at Tresham in Gloucestershire. We decided to walk part of the Monarch Way to The Fleece Inn at Hillesley. I was a reasonably fit 60-year-old with no signs of illness, and enjoyed regular rides on my bicycle at home in Worcestershire. All was well at The Fleece when I bought the drinks and we walked outside to the picnic tables. That was the last I remember – I suffered a cardiac arrest. I am able to tell the story because of the prompt care I received from a number of people to whom I am eternally grateful. To Anne, our friend, who recognised the immediate signs and started CPR; to Ian, a retired

doctor relaxing in The Fleece, who took over the CPR, with the girls giving me air; to Pete, Kieron and John, critical care paramedic, specialist volunteer doctor and pilot from The Great Western Air Ambulance, which flew out from its base at Filton. Pete and Kieron stabilised me before accompanying me to the Bristol Royal Infirmary by road – I was too ill to travel in the helicopter and had I suffered another arrest they would not have been able to work on me. I spent two weeks in intensive care at the BRI and a further week on a ward gaining sufficient strength to go home. Meanwhile, Cathy and Helen stayed with their dad – he’d lived in Filton since the 1950s, and Cathy and Helen were born there. Now, I am fit and well again.

Twice-weekly heart rehabilitation exercise classes are part of my lifestyle, as is walking a few miles on most days. Earlier this year, while talking to Anne, an idea began to develop. In celebration of my recovery Anne suggested repeating the walk of July 4, 2010, invite our friends to either join us or make donations to The Great Western Air Ambulance. On August 3, a group of us started from The Fleece at Hillesley, walked up the hill to Anne’s home for rolls, cakes, biscuits, fruit and drinks before walking back via the Monarch Way to The Fleece. Anne, Cathy and I visited The Great Western Air Ambulance base at Filton on August 15, and we were delighted to hand over the donations of £1,725.

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At our Filton primary schools, new groups of youngsters have been taking that first big step on their education journey. Across four pages, we have pictures of the reception year classes. We wish them well on their exciting journey!

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The importance of regular vaccinations At Vets4Pets Filton we like to work with local pet owners to encourage preventative health care. Regular vaccinations are an important way of keeping your pet healthy and protected against several nasty diseases such as distemper for dogs and leukaemia and flu for cats. As with human health, it’s often easier to prevent your pet picking up these diseases than it is to treat them. Michael Parry, Veterinary Surgeon and Practice Partner at Vets4Pets Filton says “As well as helping sick pets, we

work with owners on pet healthcare advice, from choosing the right flea and worming to education on vaccinations that are an important part in keeping pets healthy and happy.” Michael continues: “Vaccinations help to protect against nasty diseases that can be life threatening and sometimes people don’t realise that pet vaccines need repeating every year to remain effective.” To help protect your pet, Vets4Pets Filton is offering to vaccinate your pet for just £15. Pop into the surgery or call 0117 969 8400 to find out more and other things you can do to maintain pet health.

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Applications Unit 3A, Abbey Wood Retail Park, Northern Terrace Variation of condition 3 attached to (part of) previously approved application P95/0056/38 to read ‘No unit shall have a net retail floorspace of less than 929sq m (10000sq ft) except that Unit 3A shall be permitted to be subdivided so that each subdivided unit shall have an area of not less than 663 sqm Filton Park Garage, 31 - 39 Gloucester Road North Licensing Application 25 Rannoch Road Non material amendment to PT12/2604/F to insert ground floor window to side elevation 39 Gloucester Road North Demolition of existing petrol station to facilitate the erection of 5 retail units with parking and associated works. Creation of new vehicular access (Resubmission of PT13/2421/F) 93 Mackie Road Erection of rear conservatory 62 Kenmore Crescent Erection of single storey rear

extension, which would extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by 3.5 metres, for which the maximum height would be 3.6 metres and for which the height of the eaves would be 2.6 metres. Filton Police Station Redevelopment of former Police Station site to facilitate the erection of 18 dwellings with landscaping, access and associated works. 1 Warren Road Erection of side conservatory. Gloucester Road North Surgery 43 Gloucester Road North Change of use from a former GP Surgery (Class D1) to multiple occupancy housing (Class C4) as defined in the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1987 (as amended).

Terms and conditions apply. Offer valid for cats and dogs only and does not include vaccinations for Bordetella (Kennel Cough), Rabies or Chlamydia. If the patient requires a primary vaccination course, each vaccination will be £15. Valid at Vets4Pets Filton only until 30th November 2013.

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580 Filton Avenue Erection of single storey rear extension which will extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by 3.25 m the maximum height would be 3.5 m and for which the height of the eaves would be 2.9 m. No Objection South West News Service, Unit A Abbey Wood Business Park Emma-Chris Way Erection of single and two storey extensions to existing office building. Filton South Gloucestershire BS34 7JU Approve with Conditions 61 Northville Road Demolition of existing dwelling and erection of 2 semi-detached dwellings with associated works. Refusal

26 Hunters Way Erection of 1 attached dwelling with access and associated works.

Rear Of 87 Mortimer Road Erection of 2 garages Approve with Conditions

Decisions Asda, Abbey Wood Retail Park, Station Road Erection of 3 metre high fence and gate Approve with Conditions

HSBC 27 Gloucester Road North Display of 1 projecting roundel in place of existing, and new ATM signage to window above machine (non illuminated). Approved

Brin Jones Car Body Repairs Fairway Industrial Estate Golf Course Lane Erection of portacabin and covered car wash area and construction of valet bay with associated works. Approve with Conditions For more on planning, visit www.southglos.gov.uk

ANDREW MURLEY Digital Aerial Installations TV / DVD Repairs 20 Years’ Experience Freeview & Digital Recorders, Sales & Installations. Tel. 01454 774045 / 07890 336310

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St Vallier are a Filton based football club for children aged 6 years and upwards. The club was established in 1974 and has successful teams in a range of age groups. The current under 11 team have just moved across to a 9 v 9 format which has been designed to bridge the gap between the mini soccer of 7 a side, until the full size 11 a side game which they will now play at under 13 level. As a result of the new 9 a side game, the team needed a completely new kit and we are very grateful to Dallas Clements, the branch manager of our local Ocean Estate Agents, for kindly sponsoring us and making a contribution to the new kit and jackets. In their opening league game the team put on a performance to match the new kit by winning 5-0. We hope the success continues.

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News Fun set to continue for Filton playscheme A summer playscheme in Filton was so successful that plans are in place for a bigger and better event next year. More than 100 children aged between 5 – 11 years attended the Filton scheme, run by Southern Brooks Community Partnership, a vast increase on previous years. The Four Towns Summer Play Scheme had a total of 620 children attend over the five locations. Filton’s event was held at the leisure centre and supported by Filton Town Council who provided the space for free this year. Filton Town Council has agreed to continue working in partnership with Four Towns Play Association and parents have been asking if it could be extended to half term. The weeks were themed on Recycling, Animals and Nature,

Healthy Living, and Sports and Countries. The children had great fun coming up with activities that fit into the relevant

week. A few recycling catwalk shows were held, lots of animals made from different materials, lots of singing and dancing from different countries as well as some children learning new languages from the staff. Sports were very popular, especially with the boys. Ternaya Cummings of Southern Brooks said: ‘It’s great that it was so successful with so many children accessing the play scheme and I look forward to next year and what it will bring. “We have been listening to parents who have requested half term play schemes and we will be investigating the possibility.” If you wish to find out more in preparation for next summer please contact Ternaya Cummings, Play Scheme Coordinator at Southern Brooks Community Partnership on 01454868570.

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Funding to ease congestion at junctions 16 and 17 of the M5, popular for Filton motorists, has been given the go ahead. The Department for Transport has awarded South Gloucestershire Council £1.68m from its Local Pinch Points Fund. Along with developer funding which the council has secured from the Cribbs/Patchway area, the total investment package is worth £2.4m. The works will see additional lanes on the circulatory carriageway of both roundabouts at junction 16 and 17. The A38 will be widened at the approach to junction 16 and a dedicated left-turn slip onto the M5 northbound route will be provided. The schemes also form part of a transport package for the Cribbs Patchway New Neighbourhood which includes employment land in the Filton Enterprise Area and 5,750 houses. Work is expected to be completed by spring 2015.

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Insight into a glorious garden as group enjoys an inspiring visit The 50-strong party of gardening enthusiasts who toured the Royal Horticultural Society’s gardens at Wisley, in Surrey, on Thursday, September 6, will hold fond memories of the visit. It crowned a list of splendid outings to many of the country’s delightful gardens that are a joy to garden lovers everywhere. “There was so much to see, so much to explore,” as fellow traveller Helen Johnston remarked. Coinciding as it did with the society’s Autumn Show, it was a delightful experience of gardening excellence that needed

much more time to enjoy than merely the short duration of our stay. Splendid settings, a pleasure to behold and informative ... it was bestowed with a sea of white tents each offering instruction and displaying a varied selection of plants. It gave opportunities to pick up tips and to thoroughly understand the work of the expert gardener. No sooner had you taken in

the glorious scenes – particularly the expanse of delightfully coloured dahlias – when another scene came to view just a turn away. To the serious gardener this visit was an inspiration; to the casual gardener it gave encouragement to grab that hoe and rake and brighten your domestic scene. Wherever could you get an insight into the last days of a hydrangea than from an expert on the subject at Wisley? In describing a Paniculata hydrangea, he remarked: “No flower dies more gracefully than a hydrangea!” Now you know! Equally enlightening was the “apple expert”. From a Cox to a Bramley, he knew it all and how to grow them to get the best results. Seated cosily in his small tent amid an array of apples you were almost tempted to take a bite. If you were an avid gardener like some in the party, or merely an enchanted onlooker like myself, the garden has it all. I feel visit organisers Pat and Brian Smith can be justly proud of the growing interest in the Filton Garden Club. Not only has the club provided a greater interest in gardening but it has provided a glowing insight into the wonders of mother nature and given much pleasure besides. Filton Garden Club meets regularly – call 0117 975 912 for further details. Doug Daniels

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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. £3.70 for 1 adults and up to two children, Filton Sports and Leisure Centre Tea Dance, Filton Folk Centre, 1.45pm-3.45pm 0117 302 6981

Tuesdays

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 NOTE TIME CHANGE Pre-School story and Rhyme time 9.30am, Filton Library, Shields Centre, Unity Coffee morning takes place every Tuesday (term time) starting 10-11.30 at PYRAMID Youth Club, 470 Filton Avenue, Bristol, BS7 0LW. Aqua fit Tuesdays, 9.45 – 10.30am & 8.30 - 9.15pm, cost £4 a session, class suitable for non swimmers, participants must be 16 yrs and over, Filton Sports and Leisure Centre Keep Fit Association classes, all welcome, Filton Community Centre 2-3pm Call 0117 969 3326

Wednesdays

Filton Garden Club, St Teresa’s Social Club, 7.30pm. 1st Wednesday of every month, 0117 975 9126. Not January. Filton Camera Club, 7.30 p.m, on alternate Wednesdays (except June, July and August) at Filton Community Centre, Elm Park. For details, contact Brian Frost on 0117 9651242, Brnf3335@aol.com, Work club: St Andrews Methodist Youth Centre, Elm Park, BS34 7PS, 2-4.30pm: 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! Filtones Choir. We rehearse

every Wednesday afternoon from 1.45 to 3.45 p.m. at Eden Grove Methodist Church. “We are a non auditioning four part harmony choir of mainly retired ladies and gentleman who enjoy the sociability of singing together. We give afternoon concerts to organisations, such as pensioners’ clubs, all over Bristol, and at least two main evening concerts every year, one of which is in summer (our main charity fund raising event) and at Christmas. We have sufficient sopranos at present but are actively seeking tenors, basses and ladies who can sing alto. If you would like to come along and try us out please ring our Musical Director, Mike Watson on 0117 9083778 for a chat or just come along one Wednesday afternoon and have a listen to us. You will be made very welcome.” For more information please see our web site www.filtones.co.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, weekly practice at South Gloucestershire andd Stroud College, Filton Avenue, 7.15 pm. Potential new members very welcome. Call 0117 979 3208 Filton WI, monthly meetings, 1st Thursday of every month, Newleaze House, Filton, call 0117 330 6071 Knitting Group 5.45 pm – 6.45pm Thursdays, Filton Library, Shields Centre Aqua circuits 10am - 11am £4.00 Filton Sports and Leisure Centre, term time only Tiddlers and toddlers playgroup, St Peter’s Church Hall, 10am-noon, term time only Filton Ladies, St Andrew’s Church, 2pm-4pm, new members welcome, call 0117 969 1825 Keep Fit Association classes, all welcome, Filton Community Centre, 8-9pm 0117 969 3326

Silver surfers: St Andrew’s Methodist Youth Centre, Elm Park, BS34 7PS, 10am-noon (note we’ve changed from Fridays!) Drop-in for ‘silverhaired’ 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! Free to come along anytime, just £2.50 per session with free refreshments. This group 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 thrid 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.

Fridays

Dinky Dolphins, baby and pre-school swimming session, games music and play, 10am11am. These sessions are first come, first served. £3.70 for 1 adults and up to two children, Filton Sports and Leisure Centre, term time only, term time only. Pre-School story and Rhyme time 2.30pm, Filton Library, Shields Centre Bingo, Filton Community Centre, 7.30pm

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 Kids street dance classes(5 - 16 years of age), every Sunday @ Charborough Road Primary School, Filton, 5.15 - 6pm or 6 - 7pm (depending on age/ability), £3.50/£4.00 per session (pay as you go). Lots of fun, make new friends and very good exercise too!! Please phone Emma on 07725 612088 or email her at emmacwyatt@hotmail.com for more information.

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

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For young people: Mondays 5.30-7.30pm Duke of Edinburgh’s award groups Tuesdays 7.30-9.30pm Youth Club for Years 8-14 (13-19yrs) Wednesdays 7.30-9.30pm Youth Club for Years 8-14 (1319yrs)

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Fridays 8.30-9.30pm Tea & Toastie drop-in (tea, toasties, and information, advice / contraception drop-in for 13-20s)

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

PLUS: Tuesdays 5.30-7pm Youth club for Years 5, 6 and 7 (9-12yrs) Wednesdays 5-7pm Youth Council Thursdays 5.30-7pm Youth club for 11-15year olds with learning difficultiesThe youth club programme has a range of activities including sports, arts/ crafts, roller skating, quizzes, computers, games, Wii, karaoke, and cooking. We’re also a C-card access point for condoms! Also tuck shop and pool tables available at subsidised rates!

Pyramid Youth Club 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.

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7.30-9.30, 07792 456988; Flower arranging, 7.30-9.30, 01454 412087; AA, 07831 338085; Keep fit, 8-9pm, 969 3326

Based at 470 Filton Avenue, contact Margaret Morris 0117 9691315

Fridays: Bingo, 7.30-9.30, 9690311; Karate, 6-8pm, 07982 720158

Filton Community Centre 983 6500

Saturdays: Kung Fu, 07759 583688;

Mondays: Tea dance, 1.453.45, call 302 6981. Zumba fitness class, 6.30-7.30 Tuesdays: Keep fit, 2-4pm, 969 3326; Flower arranging, 2-4pm, 01454 412 087; Dog training, 7-9pm, 01454 616630; Pilates, 7-9pm, 502 2411; AA, 7.30-9.30; Cacti club (3rd Tues), call 950 3604

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

Wednesdays: Pilates, 10-12; Dawn James Art, 962 2982; Camera Club, 7.30-9.30, alternate weeks, call 965 1242 for details; Strictly Ballroom, 907 6960; Historical Club (4th Wed), 7.30-9.30, 969 2025

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events being held throughout South Gloucestershire from 12th September to 1st November. Most events are free. Events which require booking can be booked on line at http://www. southglosevents.eventbrite. co.uk/ unless otherwise stated in the event entry.

Coming up in Filton l Dickensian Christmas Fayre St. Andrew’s Methodist Church Hall, Elm Park. 10 am – 2 pm. Adults 50p, children under 16 go free. Featuring a childrens’ games room, cakes, sweets, handicrafts, tombola, books, toiletries and refreshments. l Ladies’ Fashion Show, Abbeywood Community School, New Road, Stoke Giffford, BS34 8SF. Doors open at 1.30 pm, the actual show starts at 2.30 pm - 3.30 pm followed by the chance to try on and buy high street and designer brands at hugely discounted prices (Autumn and Winter ranges). There will also be a bar, refreshments, stalls and a raffle - event closes at 5.30 pm. Only £2.00 for adults (16 and over) and just £1.00 for School Years 6 - 13 (Years 6 - 9 must be accompanied by an adult) This is a ticket only event and our last one sold out so get your tickets early by emailing facs@ abbeywoodschool.com

Sat 19th Oct

l Filton Library, Northavon Singers 10.30-11.15am Pop along and listen to this fantastic choir

l Filton Library, 1:1 ancestry sessions, 10am12noon. Book your free ticket at www.eventbrite.co.uk l Filton Library, Chatterbooks children’s reading group 2.30-3.30pm. Suitable for children in years 5 & 6.

Until Nov 1st

Following the success of last year’s festival, Discover 2013 is our second festival of over 200

Sundays: Karate, 10.30-noon, 07982 720 158; New Pastures Ministry, 07786 271 33

1st Filton Scouts, Cubs & Beavers

Beavers, aged 6-8, Weds 6-7pm Cubs, 8-101/2, Thurs 6.30-8.30 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)

Fri 29th and Sat 30th Nov

Filton Church, Christmas Fayre, Friday 29th November, 7pm - 9pm; Saturday 30th November 10am - Noon.

New events

Thursday - Rainbows for girls ages 5 - 7 years Christmas shopping and Tuesdays - Brownies for girls pamper night, Abbeywood ages 7 - 10 years; Guides for Community School, 7pmgirls ages 10 - 14 years 9.30pm. See advert below. Wednesday - Brownies for girls ages 7 - 10 years To contact d.wilkey@ A St Andrew’s Methodist Youth btinternet.com or Centre, Girl’s and Young Women’s go to Girlguiding Project WOMEN ONLY Event UK website and follow the parent link to register “BALLS TO BREAST CANCER” their daughter

Fri 8th Nov

RAFFLE, Pick a Bra and Other Games and Activities. Refreshments available. All aimed at raising funds for Breast Cancer Care!

3 games for line prizes - 50p per game

50p

3 games for full house - £1 per game.

Entry

The final game will be for our TOP PRIZE.

FRIDAY 18TH OCTOBER 2013 7-9:30pm St Andrew’s Methodist Youth centre, Elm Park, Filton, BS34 7PS

Filton Town Council Meeting dates, P24

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Quality and fun in equal measure This month Rich Coulter discovers that the appeal of Disneyland Resort Paris is found in its high quality .... and that it is easily accessible, and affordable, from Bristol

They say that children change your life ... in my case, they also changed my attitude to Disneyland. Our first trip to Disneyland Paris was well over 10 years ago now and until then I had bought into the idea that the giant theme park near Paris represented nothing but queues and adults, who should know better, wearing Mickey Mouse ears. As it happens, both of those things, along with a few more of my preconceived notions, actually do happen but do you know what? I love it and I loved it from the first minute of the first trip. Not because I am especially a big fan of all things Disney. Not because of the ‘magic’ or the parades or the fireworks. And not even because of the rides (although some are spectacular). No, I have loved Disneyland from Day 1 because of the sheer quality of the place, the attention to detail and the feeling that, having spent a fair sum of money, those who have taken my cash have actually made an effort to give me something in return. Having endured the sheer misery of one or two British theme parks, with their surly staff, inadequate parking and lack of attention to getting it right, Disneyland is a joy. Interesting enough, as a family down the years, we have often found that the quality extends not just to the headline attractions but also those which are less well known. We especially love the big ‘theatre shows’, not least because it is a relief to sit down for 30 minutes in a spacious, air-conditioned auditorium in the knowledge that you are going to be given some genuine entertainment. This year, we discovered ‘Cinemagique’, a slightly cheesy ride through movie history courtesy of a cast member (actor) who begins the show as part of the audience and - as if by magic, there, I’ve said it - finds himself seemingly part of the great movies of all time. We loved it so much we went twice.

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Yes, the queues can be brutal and it makes sense to consider whether a ride is really worth the wait. One of our original favourites, Peter Pan, has gargantuan queues seemingly all day yet the ride itself has become more and more uninspiring over the years. On the other hand, Big Thunder Mountain never fails to disappoint, the queues are in a cool re-creation of a Wild West prospecting cabin and the ride itself is both specatcular and not over in a flash. Of course a consideration is travel but from the Bristol area there are several options - flying to Paris, driving with ferry or

Eurotunnel, or the Eurostar which takes you directly to Disneyland. We went for the latter and found it surprisingly inexpensive, quick and comfortable. We also opted for a Disneyland area hotel but not one of the actual Disney hotels. This had its own shuttle to the parks all day and, while there was a certain element of mayhem, as a base it was clean, comfortable (with pool etc) and great value. For three of us, for five days, we spent less than £800 for hotel, Eurostar and train connection from Bristol Parkway. Of course, park tickets are extra but packages are available.

Europe’s number one tourist destination, Disneyland Paris has welcomed more than 265 million visits since opening in 1992 (16 million visits in 2012). The resort boasts two spectacular theme parks (Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park) and seven themed Disney hotels with around 5,800 rooms (2,200 more are available in Selected and Associated Hotels). Two full-service convention centres and a world-class 27-hole golf course are also present. In addition to this, the destination is home to Disney Village - one of the largest entertainment complexes in the Ile-deFrance region. Spread over more than 30,000m², Disney Village proposes themed dining, shopping and cinema experiences. Disneyland Paris comprises 58 attractions, 62 shops, and 58 restaurants.

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