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Eastwood Farm Eastwood Farm is a 45-acre wildlife haven abutting the river Avon at Brislington.
Bristol Walk festival is underway, regardless of any coronavirus restrictions that are in place at this current time. Having been cancelled in 2020 because of the pandemic, Bristol Walk Fest - which recently revealed its favourite hiking routes in Bristol - returns between May 1st and 31st. However some of the best-known spots are getting a little over-crowded at times, with so many people keen to embrace the outdoors, we found online some of their favourite alternative walks to do. please remember to adhere to 2 metre distancing advice when bumping in to other walkers, and bear in mind that toilets and refreshments may not be available.
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Once home to the last dairy farm within the city’s boundaries, it was briefly used for landfill before being reclaimed by Bristol City Council and protected as a Local Nature Reserve. As well as stunning views of and across the river, there’s the chance to explore ancient woodlands, water meadows, a lagoon and a pond. Look out especially for herons, woodpeckers, swans, newts and a rich range of wildflowers. Access is off Whitmore Road, BS4 4UD. More information can be found on its website.
Badocks Wood Badocks Wood is around 10 hectares of a valley cut by the River Trym between Henleaze and Southmead in north Bristol. As well as leafy walks, wildlife sights and sounds, river and lake views and a variety of wildflowers, the site also hints at the ancient history of settlement in the area as it contains a 3,500 year-old burial mound in the field and a stylish artwork marking its position. The main access points are off Doncaster Road or Lakewood Road, BS10. More information on the woods can be found on its website.
Troopers Hill has a fascinating history, wildlife treasures and spectacular views of Bristol and the river Avon. An obvious sign of its industrial heritage is the tall Grade 2 Listed chimney on the hill’s crest a relic of copper smelting, probably built in the 1790’s. It’s also believed the hill was where Parliamentarian troops gathered before the 1645 siege of Bristol during the Civil War.
Stockwood Open Space Stockwood Open Space lies on the northern slopes of Dundry Hill, it’s a 60 acre parcel of land once used by many generations of traditional farmers.
The geology is interesting, too - sandstone, rather than the limestone more common locally, which when mixed with historic chemicals results in an acid soil and in wild plants found nowhere else in the city.
Today, it’s a something for everyone mosaic with attractions which include a tree-lined brook, the very ancient Ilyngrove woodlands, marked nature trails, stone-lined old pond, sloping meadow, an adventure playground and more.
It’s also a great place for wildlife spotting There’s also a horseback trail or, if you with, for instance, no fewer than 24 species of butterfly being recorded. Main access is off prefer a two-wheeled ride, a section of the Troopers Hill Road or enter via Malvern Rd or Whitchurch Way bike path. Summerhill Terrace to avoid a steep climb. Loads more information can be found on Troopers Hill's website.
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4 best mens white trainers that you need in your collection White trainers: the bread and butter of the casual footwear world. From the sweltering heights of summer to the coldest depths of winter, these colourless kicks provide a blank canvas upon which to craft all manner of looks.
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They’re the backbone of your off-duty footwear rotation; a shoe-rack staple up there with the likes of the Derby shoe and a quality pair of leather boots. If you don’t already own a pair, you should, and to help you pick the right ones, I have rounded up some of the best options out there. In order to bring you the perfect selection, we aimed to include a mixture of all-time classics and current favourites in a range of shapes and styles to suit every taste. Adidas Stan Smith
More commonly known as the “Chuck Taylor”, Converse’s all star is a shoe that should need no introduction. It’s been around since 1917, remaining largely unchanged, and is still one of the most popular trainers in the world today. This version is a retro spin on the classic, featuring double-layered canvas uppers, a slightly higher rubber rand and a springy foam insole that makes it considerably more comfortable than its no-frills sibling. I love the look of this shoe and struggled to find anything it didn’t pair with. From soft tailoring and an overcoat in the winter months to shorts and a Cuban-collar shirt in the summer, this is about as versatile as footwear gets. New Balance 998
A minimalist, white-leather trainer is an absolute must in anyone’s footwear rotation and this one from Adidas may just be the greatest of all time. The Sstan Smith has been around since the Sixties and remains one of the most significant footwear designs of all time
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No list of trainers, white or otherwise, would be complete without a mention of New Balance. The Bostonian footwear brand is behind some of the most recognisable lifestyle trainers ever made and it’s “made in UK/USA” line is home to the cream of the crop.
The air force 1 is one of Nike’s oldest basketball shoes. It paved the way for many of the brand’s biggest and most-loved designs and its popularity only seems to grow as time goes on. It’s a fairly chunky trainer with a thick sole and a perforated toe box.
There are plenty of all-white options to be had – the brand’s ever-popular and ultra-hip 991, for example, is available in a whiteout colourway – but I loved this pastel-infused take on the 998 silhouette which uses subtle tan and pale-grey accents to add a barely-there splash of colour to an otherwise white canvas. Perfect for BBQ season, just don’t spill any ketchup on the soft suede uppers.
It’s a timeless style and we think it’s a great option for anyone looking for a plain, versatile trainer that isn’t too minimalist. Comfort-wise, it can’t be faulted and we can’t see it ever going out of style.
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Over the up coming months you will see a big surge in sustainable footwear, so theses will be designed with the environment in th forefront of the design. Either way love your trainers no matter the style, colour or design. Article by Molly Fashion editor for Direct Local
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Dogs are now prohibited from several major beaches
We now have seasonal ban on dogs on beaches across Somerset is now in force.
The beach in Clevedon prohibits dogs at all times, unless it is a registered guide dog.
The ban came into effect on 1st May - as the summer season looms and visitor numbers increase - and mean that man's best friend will have to steer clear of a handful of the most popular spots over the summer months.
Burnham-on-Sea, Berrow and Brean
While there are a few places where our four legged friends are welcome year round, it is wise to check before you head to the coast whether your pet can come with you or not. Below is a list of all the places dog owners will need to avoid - as well as a few where doggies are welcome year-round. In Weston-super-Mare, four-legged friends are baned from using the beach between the Grand Pier and Royal Sands from 1st May to 30th September 2021 They’re also prohibited from the beach at Marine Lake during the summer months. Fortunately for pet owners, dogs are permitted between the Grand Pier and Knightstone Island; Royal Sands and Uphill at any time throughout the year. Sand Bay is also allowed to dog walkers all year round. 8
In Burnham-on-Sea, dogs are prohibited all year-round on the beach, jetty and Esplanande steps between the jetty and the Pavillion. Between 1st May and September that ban increases to include the beach and Esplanade steps between the jetty and Yacht Club and the Pavillion and Maddocks Slade. Meanwhile, dogs are allowed throughout the year on all the beaches north of the sea wall at Maddocks Slade in Burnham all the way to Brean Down, which includes both Berrow beach and Brean Beach. Just the beach in Minehead with a restriction on dogs is the main Minehead Beach What happens if you’re caught violating a ban? Dog walkers who are caught ignoring the ban can be fined up to £75.
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Four steps to make sure your passwords are safe and easy to remember For over15 years, there have been various predictions from tech leaders about the death of passwords. Bill Gates predicted it back in 2004 and Microsoft has predicted it for 2021. There have been numerous similar proclamations in between, alongside ongoing criticism of passwords as an inadequate means of protection. Yet passwords remain a common aspect of cybersecurity, something people use every day. What’s more, passwords show little sign of disappearing yet. But many people still use them badly and seem unaware of recommended good practice. World Password Day on 6th May, it’s a good time to reflect on our use of passwords and how to have better password habits. It’s very common for cybersecurity experts and companies to blame users for using passwords poorly, without recognising that systems permit their poor choices.
Outdated advice In addition to lacking guidance, it’s common to find websites enforcing outdated password requirements. You’re probably familiar with systems insisting on password complexity, by requiring upper case letters, numbers or special characters to make passwords stronger However, the current guidance is to allow complexity but not to require it, and to basically regard password strength as synonymous with password length. The National Cyber Security Centre recommends creating a long password by combining three random words, enabling something longer and more memorable than many standard choices.
My password attempts Also unhelpful is that, rather than giving guidance and requirements at the outset, many sites only reveal rules in response to Many websites offer no upfront guidance on us trying things that aren’t allowed. I tried how to choose the passwords they require us creating a password for one such site. Most of my attempts received feedback requiring to have, perhaps assuming we know these further action, until I settled on a final choice, things already or can find it out elsewhere. But the fact that people persist in using weak which was accepted without complaint. But the password that was accepted, steve!, was passwords suggests this is an optimistic view. short and rather predictable. 10
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When I played around a bit more, various other weak choices were accepted. For example 1234a!, abcde1 and qwert! all satisfied the rules, as did Furnell1 – which isn’t particularly strong, especially as I already entered Furnell as my last name elsewhere on the sign-up form. Meanwhile, the rules often mean we can’t use passwords our devices auto-generate for us, or ones we might create for ourselves by following current guidance. Some sites seem to think they can compensate for a lack of guidance by using techniques such as password meters to rate our choices. However, while these give feedback, they’re not a substitute for providing guidance on what good looks like. Using another site, I entered a poor password (the word password), and the only feedback I received was that the password is very weak. If a user was genuinely offering this password as an attempt, what they need to be told is why it’s weak. While you can doubtless find some sites giving better and more informative feedback, this example is unfortunately representative of many others.
Rules to follow Of course, having highlighted the lack of effective guidance, it would be remiss to end without actually offering some. The NCSC’s guidance about choosing and using passwords are listed and briefly explained below: 1. Use a strong and separate password for your email – as this is often your route to accessing other accounts. 2. Create strong passwords using three random words – this will give you stronger and more memorable passwords. 3. Save your passwords in your browser – this prevents you forgetting or losing them. 4. Turn on two-factor authentication – this adds an extra element of protection even if your password is compromised. It’s useful to supplement this with additional reminders not to use the same password across multiple accounts for fear that a breach of one leads to breach of all, not to share them with other people because then it’s no longer your password, and not to keep a discoverable record of them. Storing them in a protected location, such as a password manager tool, is fine.
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Adela, 22, to fundraise in memory of her brother ‘Simpsons go sightseeing’ to raise funds for Children’s Hospice South West At the end of May, Adela Mackie, along with her mum and some family friends, will be dressing up as characters from the popular TV programme, The Simpsons, and sightseeing in London to raise money for a cause very close to their hearts. Adela, age 22 from Bristol, is fundraising for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) in memory of her brother, Nicholas, who died in March 2010 aged 14.
My fondest memories of Nicholas are the picnics we went on as a family, watching The Simpsons together daily and hearing his hearty laugh ripple through our home. His endlessly cheerful nature through his toughest battles make my brother the most inspirational person that I have ever known.”
Nicholas, Adela and their parents were referred to CHSW’s Little Bridge House in North Devon where they enjoyed respite stays giving them the chance to relax and make memories as a family. Adela Adela said: “I would tell the other children in remembers spending time with the dedicated my class at school that I have a big sibling team who were there to meet the spebrother called Nicholas. He can’t walk, talk, sit or stand’. This was the simplistic, child-like cial needs of well brothers and sisters. way in which I would articulate my brother’s “Words cannot describe how much my family condition.” is grateful for the support of Little Bridge Nicholas was born with a life-limiting condition House. Not only did they provide us with respite care throughout Nicholas’ life, but also which meant his parents, Lenka and Philip, a shoulder to lean on. Their sibling service made countless visits to hospital, many of was of immeasurable help to me. I met other which were spent in intensive care. Adela said: “I had learnt to help feed Nicholas via a brothers and sisters in my situation and I gastrostomy tube by the age of 3. By the age was able to talk freely about Nicholas without of 8, I could read oxygen saturation monitors having to explain anything. Everyone there already understood.” too.” When Nicholas died in March 2010, Adela was 11 years old. She said: “Losing a sibling at a young age can be an isolating “Nicholas was born in April 1995, three years experience. Most other children my age had not encountered the concept of death before, before me. This was the life I had always let alone that of a brother or sister. This is known. Most of the time, I did not even acknowledge that he had a medical condition. why supporting siblings, particularly those who have been bereaved, through Children’s He was just my big brother. His life was not Hospice South West is so incredibly important defined by those hospital visits. to me.” To Adela and her parents this was their ‘normal’.
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Part of the inspiration behind Adela’s fundraising efforts is to continue the legacy of her late father who died in May 2016. In his lifetime he raised over £20,000 for CHSW. Adela hopes to complete her themed sightseeing fundraiser on May 30, covid restrictions allowing. She said: “I would urge people to help us support the great work CHSW does, and to celebrate the charity’s 30th anniversary, by sponsoring us when we dress up as The Simpsons.” If you would like to show your support and make a donation, please visit Adela’s fundraising page at: www.justgiving.com/ fundraising/adela-mackie 13
Bristol City/Bristol Sport made the shortlist for Best Use of Technology In A Football Club, alongside fellow finalists Arsenal’s Emirates The Robins Foundation’s work has been rec- Stadium Tour, Leicester FC, Liverpool FC, ognised in two awards this year alongside the Rangers FC and Wolves FC. Bristol Sport group making it through to the finals in four different categories. Since March 2020 the Robins Foundation has worked alongside Bristol City, Ashton Gate and the Bristol Sport group to maintain a strong presence within the community. Ashton Gate worked with the NHS to establish Bristol’s largest mass vaccination centre in the South Stand concourse and, through its partnership with FareShare SW, has been a hub for food deliveries for millions of meals across the South West. Bristol City, alongside the Foundation supported with player and staff calls and visits to supporters struggling with isolation.
Meanwhile Bristol Sport/City’s social media team have been shortlisted alongside the likes of Everton and Manchester United for the Best Digital/Social Media Team award.
In response to Covid-19, the Foundation has continued to offer support to the community. From helping to deliver more than 50,000 food parcels to our community, to delivering presents and preparing Christmas dinners to families who otherwise would have gone without. Chief Executive Officer of Bristol City Robins Foundation, Dan White said: “This past year has been a tough and a challenging time for all. Like many organisations, we have had to adjust and transition to support our community. As a Foundation, we have continued to work with partner organisations and the local community to support individuals and families most in need. “To be recognised and shortlisted for these awards is a testament to all our staff and volunteers’ hard work over the past 12 months, alongside the support of Bristol City Football Club. We are very proud of the part we have played in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic and how the wider community has come together to make a positive impact in such challenging circumstances.” 14
Lastly, Ashton Gate Stadium - Bristol City FC have been shortlisted along side other finalists such as Brentford FC, Derby County FC Community Trust and Notts County FC for Best Covid- 19 Community Response - Non Premier League. The winners will be announced at a ceremony in London on July 6th.
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The 3 Best Cycle Routes In Bristol
Bristol and Bath Railway Path
Bristol to Portishead
This is one of the most popular routes in Bristol for cyclists and walkers alike. It was originally a railway in the 1960s, before Sustrans converted it into a cycle path between 1979 and 1986. In the process, it became the first of Sustrans’ many cycleways.
Beginning at Queen Square, you ride directly south to the wharf, crossing the small Prince Street bridge before taking a right and cutting through Museum Street to meet the River Avon.
The Bristol and Bath Railway Path is a pointto-point route and can be ridden in either direction. You can set off in Bristol on the corner of Trinity Street and St. Philips Road, or in Bath from the old railway bridge before Windsor Bridge Road. The riverside path continues into the centre of Bath, so why not carry on and explore this beautiful town if you have the time? You won’t have to contend with any cars on this route either. It’s entirely traffic-free and lined with lush greenery, so you’ll feel nestled into the countryside. There are some interesting features along the way as well, namely the Staple Hill tunnel and the traditional Bitton train station serving refreshments, cakes and sandwiches. Distance: 13.9 miles Elevation: 266m Map: Download here
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From here, you ride along the River Avon’s banks as it winds down the striking Avon Gorge, past Leigh Woods and underneath the towering Clifton Suspension Bridge. The dirt path is smooth and the sharpest hill is only a 30m incline over 1.5 miles on the approach to Ham Green, so this ride is well suited to cruising. At the halfway point, you’ll arrive at the quaint boating village of Pill. Here, you can stop for lunch or a quick coffee before pressing onto Portishead. The last quarter of the journey hops back onto the road, but you’ll still ride along tree-lined lanes between farmland for the most part. Once you reach Portishead, you can continue northwest and finally rest at the shoreline overlooking Wales across the Bristol Channel. Distance: 11.2 miles Elevation: 329m Map: Download here
Bristol Docks Loop Some might argue that Bristol is best experienced by bicycle – and it’s hard to disagree after watching this documentary from Böikzmöind, a Bristol fixie bike community. The Bristol Docks Loop consists of nearly three-quarters traffic-free paths, which is quite a feat for a city centre cycle route. At 3 miles, it’s perfect for taking things easy and soaking up the city’s atmosphere.
You can glide down the banks of the Avon and cut across town to see all it has to offer in no time compared to walking or using public transport. There’s something more romantic about it too. Starting at Bristol Cathedral, you’ll pass the Bristol central library and then join the path at the wharf for views of the docks and the SS Great Britain. Pass the docks and you’ll join the River Avon and the Chocolate Path will guide you back into town. Central Bristol is full of pubs and cafes if you fancy a pit stop
Distance: 3 miles Elevation: 57m Map: Download here
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EFL Clubs Collectively Awarded Project of the Year All 72 EFL Clubs have been recognised for their collective response to the COVID-19 pandemic by being named as the recipients of the You Gov Community Project of the Year Award at the 2021 EFL Community Awards.
Over the past year EFL clubs and community schemes have: Delivered over 1.4million food parcels Made and received over 500,000 phone calls to elderly and vulnerable people, as well as their season ticket holders
When the pandemic hit in March 2020, shutting down all aspects of society, including Donated over 2,000 laptops to local schools bringing football to a halt en masse for the first time since the Second World War, Clubs came together as a force for good, and were Distributed almost 200,000 items of PPE among the first to respond to the needs of local communities across England and Wales. Footballers signed up to volunteer for the NHS Clubs and their Club Community Organisations (CCOs) adapted their outreach programmes in line with Government guidance and restrictions, to ensure the safe continuation of their incredible work. It’s work which has provided a lifeline for so many, helping to keep people healthy, active and connected since the outbreak of coronavirus. From Cardiff to Carlisle and Bristol to Blackpool, Clubs and CCOs continued to provide vital support to some of the country’s most vulnerable people. This award is testament to the fantastic work the network has done in responding to the needs of their communities during the global pandemic. 18
Weekly garden gate visits to the most vulnerable and lonely collect This award showcases the collective and individual responses made to the challenges of the pandemic and demonstrates the fantastic work the network has done in responding to the needs of their communities during what has been an incredibly difficult period for everyone. Click the image above to watch the video
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Let Loose Family Fun Day: We are delighted to be part of the planning team for Let Loose Family Fun Day at the Imperial Sports Ground on 26 June. It will be a day packed with music, food, drink, an outdoor market, sporting and non-sporting activities, entertainment and hopefully, lots of charity fundraising. We are still looking for more stall holders and if you are interested, please get in touch for details. https:// fb.me/e/1uewfvcc0 Undergrowth blocking path: Residents have been in touch about undergrowth blocking the pavement on Water Lane. This is the responsibility of Tesco but they have been less than enthusiastic about sorting out the problem so we are doing it ourselves! If you want to join us, we’ll be there on Saturday 8 May from 10am. Bring your own lopping shears. Blocked drains: Glad to see the Council have been in the area unblocking the drains we’ve been busy reporting over the last few months. 20
If you have a blocked drain near you, let us know and we’ll get it sorted. Community engagement at litter blackspot: We’ve written to the council and Bristol Waste about a persistent litter black spot on the corner of Winchester Road and Sandy Park Road. Community engagement officers have promised to try to engage with the residents. Unfortunately, there are currently only two members of staff covering the whole city so as you can imagine their workload is very high at present. Community notice board coming soon: The Environment Agency working on Nightingale Valley have been in touch about their notice board, which they are kindly donating to the local community once their work has been completed. All being well, we should have our hands on it by mid-May and Andrew at Briscycle has agreed to position the notice board on his forecourt.
A zebra crossing for Oasis Brislington Recently, a student at Oasis Brislington was hit by a car near the school and ended up in hospital. At the moment, there is no pedestrian crossing on Hungerford Road, which means students are unable to cross the road safely. We’d like to work with the school to see if we can get a crossing installed to ensure the students can walk to and from school safely. Keeping in touch:
New sign for Turnberry Walk: The old sign was lost behind undergrowth and local residents were tired of trying to explain to people where they lived! We reported it to the council and now we have a nice new, prominent road sign.
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"Plans are at a very early stage and we look forward to working closely with current tenants and the neighbouring community to help inform ideas and designs." Richard Gore, chair of trustees at Bristol Charities added: "There is a strong sense of community and partnership amongst the tenants at the Vassall Centre and we are looking forward to working with them to upgrade and improve the facilities and shape our future plans for the site.
New ownership for the Vassall Centre, Fishponds One of Bristol's oldest charities is finalising the purchase of the Vassall Centre in Fishponds, which currently offers affordable, accessible workspace and conference facilities for charities and not-for-profit organisations. Bristol Charities provides opportunities and support for people and communities to improve lives through grants, housing and charitable projects in Bristol and South Wales. The charity's ambition for the Vassall Centre is to build a new, contemporary almshouse on one end of the site offering, high quality affordable homes for older people whilst retaining accessible, affordable rented office space for charities and local organisations. Ideas for the site and new housing facility are at a very early stage and Bristol Charities is keen to engage fully with tenants and the local community to help inform plans, but the team intends to maintain all current tenancies. In time and under a phased refurbishment programme, office accommodation will be modernised to improve the quality of space for all tenants and Bristol Charities is keen to explore options for opening up the Vassall Centre site and facilities for the local community. Anne Anketell, chief executive officer at Bristol Charities says: "We are really excited by the opportunity the Vassall Centre presents to provide much-needed, affordable and high-quality homes for older people in Fishponds, along with contemporary, accessible office space for charities and not-for-profit organisations. 22
"As well providing contemporary, affordable and accessible housing for older people, it is our hope that The Centre will also provide additional opportunities to extend the reach and impact of our charitable activities in Bristol. We are also aiming to explore options to open up the site for the wider use and benefit of people living nearby." Nick Roads, director at VC Conferences, which currently owns the Centre, added: "We have owned and managed the Vassall Centre for the last seven years. It has been an exciting time transitioning the Centre from the threat of closure to being fully occupied in 2019 with a vibrant mix of users. As a small company the last year has been challenging and while there has been fantastic support, we feel the next few years are going to see changes in how properties are used and run. We are delighted that Bristol Charities have agreed to take over the ownership and have confidence that they can offer interesting options for the future of the Centre for both the short and long term." Bristol Charities' purchase of the Vassall Centre site has been approved by the Charity Commission. The UK registered charity provides a range of affordable sheltered, retirement and extra care housing facilities for older people with sites including Barstaple Almshouse in Brentry, John Foster's Almshouse in Henbury Haberfield House in Stockwood and William Jones Almshouse in Monmouth.
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Eco-homes and switching are key to lower bills says Somerset energy specialist Gas and electricity bills will be lower for all if the UK meets the Government's pledge to reach energy-efficient housing targets by 2025, an energy specialist said today. But the construction of socalled ‘flat-pack’ homes needs to increase pace to make that happen and those not lucky enough to be in a home with a higher energy efficiency rating need to be nimble in changing supplier if they are to keep pace with change. Barry Hayward, managing director of Nailsea, Somerset-based energy auto switch site Flipper, says the focus should be on Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) homes which typically have higher energy efficiency ratings and have been shown to use 20–30% less energy to heat. He said: “We should all be championing the building of new eco-friendly homes as they cut consumption. The target date is only a few years away and everyone needs to look at how they can make their home more efficient. “The UK’s construction industry is lagging behind Germany and the Scandinavian countries when it comes to building modern, energy-efficient homes which means it’s costing the British consumer more to heat their homes than many of their European counterparts. “This will allow residents to save huge sums of money on energy bills. Carbon zero, energy positive houses are the homes of the future.” Last month the Government announced it is set to establish an MMC taskforce to speed up the delivery of modular homes made up of “world-leading experts from across government and industry” who will work closely with local authorities and mayoral combined authorities. 24
Factory-made homes such as IKEA and Skanska's 'flat-pack' housing development, BoKlok on the Brook, in Bristol, are designed with an eco-homes 'excellent' rating which means occupiers will enjoy significantly-reduced energy costs. Said Barry Hayward: “Homes of these types will deliver real savings for the people who move in. We are supporting those who have registered with us at Flipper to source the lowest cost energy supplier. Often that is a green energy tariff. We also encourage people to do all they can to cut consumption. “More energy efficient homes being built is good for all but it is important to improve the energy efficiency of older housing. The first step towards that is to seek out the lowest, greenest tariff.” The Government has committed to introduce a Future Homes Standard by 2025 for new-build houses to be future-proofed with low carbon energy-efficient heating to create homes that are ‘fit for the future’ with low energy bills, and that are better for the environment. Flipper checks the market every month for members switching them every time a saving of over £50 a year is found. Unlike comparison sites, who get paid commission by the energy providers for switching people to them, Flipper the UK’s first auto-switching service, do not take money from suppliers. Members pay an annual fee of £30 when they are switched for the first time; tariffs are checked every month and customers are automatically moved to a better tariff if they can save £50 a year. For more information click the image above
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Bristol tops the charts for Help to Buy demand Bristol is currently the UK’s Help to Buy homebuyer hotspot with 60% of all homes eligible for the scheme already Sold Subject to Contract (SSTC) or under offer, research from a local estate agent in the South West Portsmouth and Swansea also rank high, with half of all homes listed with the help of Help to Buy already taken by homebuyers. Oxford is home to the next highest level of Help to Buy homebuyer demand at 48%, with Leeds (35%), Southampton (34%), Glasgow (33%), Cambridge (32%) and Bournemouth (31%) also ranking within the top 10. It’s a three-way tie for the tenth spot, as London, Manchester and Liverpool all see Help to Buy demand from homebuyers sitting at 29%. Thew manager of this local estate agetnt said: “While the stamp duty holiday has been a great way of boosting market health during a very tough period, further fuelling demand has only helped push house prices further out of reach for many first-time buyers. 26
“This has made the aspiration of homeownership all the harder and it’s clear that many are reliant on a leg up via the Help to Buy scheme as a result, with high demand for homes that qualify in cities all over the UK. “Of course, it’s fair to say that Help to Buy in its various forms has also helped drive demand with homebuyers purchasing property that they would otherwise have been unable to afford. So perhaps instead of introducing yet another demand-based initiative to artificially inflate house prices, it’s time the government really start looking at building more houses if they do wish to ‘help those that need it most’.
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Leading housebuilder gives hedgehogs a helping hand across the West Country
Leading South West housebuilder Barratt David Wilson Homes is giving hedgehogs a helping hand by installing hedgehog highways through gardens on all new developments in Bristol, Gloucestershire, Somerset and Wiltshire. Announced during Hedgehog Awareness Week this week (2 - 8 May), the new policy will see hundreds of runs and routes through new housing developments such as Morton Meadows, Thornbury; Merlin Gate, Newent; Nerrols Grange, Taunton, and Birds Marsh View, Chippenham. A hedgehog highway is a 13cm X 13cm (5" X 5") gap built into the bottom of a garden fence, wall or hedge, which enables hedgehogs to easily move between gardens. Hedgehogs can travel up to 2km on a single night looking for food and a suitable mate so room to roam is crucial. The hedgehog highways are the latest initiative from Barratt David Wilson Homes to help ensure wildlife can thrive on its new developments. 28
The housebuilder plants a minimum of 20 wildlife and bee-friendly shrubs or trees for each house built. They have also teamed up with the RSPB to create RSPB Gold, Silver and Bronze accredited show home gardens that encourage nature to thrive by providing food, through nectar and pollen-rich plants, plus water and shelter to attract insects, animals and birds. In partnership with the RSPB, Barratt David Wilson Homes announced a new commitment last year to prioritise wildlife on all of its new developments by 2023 by creating dedicated space for local biodiversity conservation. Beyond 2023, the goal is to have at least 10% more wildlife habitats in and around developments, delivering a clear biodiversity net gain. Hedgehog Awareness Week is run by the Hedgehog Preservation Society to help raise the profile of Britain's only spiny mammal. Now officially registered as vulnerable to extinction, hedgehog numbers have fallen by 30% in the UK in the past 10 years and it is thought that there are fewer than 1 million left nationally.
To help reverse this decline, this year the charity is asking people to create their very own hedgehog haven in their gardens with hedgehog highways being just one way gardeners can help. Louise Ware, sales director for Barratt David Wilson Homes South West said: "We are passionate about protecting local wildlife and encouraging biodiversity on all of our sites and these hedgehog highways are a simple but very effective way we can make our gardens hedgehog-friendly. Along with our work with the RSPB we are always looking for ways we can ensure nature has a home on our developments." Helen Nyul, Barratt Developments' biodiversity manager added: "With 58% of species having declined in abundance since 1970, and 15% of species at risk of extinction from Great Britain, every community has a role to play in tackling the ecological and climate emergency. That's why we are committed to protecting and increasing biodiversity on all Barratt and David Wilson Homes sites.
We have been thinking creatively about how to prioritise wildlife and these hedgehog highways will make a big difference giving hedgehogs more space to roam and find food. We encourage all new homeowners to keep these holes open to allow hedgehogs to pass through, as well as other animals like frogs and toads that may choose to make their home in your garden." Hedgehog highways are being installed now at the following new Barratt David Wilson Homes developments and will follow on all new sites across the region: Morton Meadows - Thornbury, Gloucestershire Merlin Gate - Newent, Gloucestershire Birds Marsh View - Chippenham, Wiltshire Nerrols Grange - Taunton, Somerset Moorland Gate - Bishops Lydeard, Taunton, Somerset
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Tips And Tricks For Successful House Painting
There is more to house painting than just slapping up a coat of paint. The job can be messy, amateurish if the homeowner is in a rush or impeccable and of professional quality if he or she will follow a few tricks of the trade. This is not a task to hurry through or it will have to be done over again sooner rather than later. Without proper attention, the new coat can flake off in big disappointing peels. Unsuccessful painting can mean that the entire task will have to be done over again or that it will look like a sloppy eyesore for years to come. Here are some tips for the best results: Tools of the trade: Pros take great pride in their tools and for good reason. Having high quality paintbrushes, ladders, stirring stick and rollers will allow a superior result more easily. Inferior quality paintbrushes may seem like a bargain at the cash register but once the painting begins, it may become a different story. Shedding brush-hairs left in the path of the shoddy paintbrush will be a pain to pick out of the newly applied layer. Those crummy brushes will shed more than a dog in the middle of summer. Without a retractable ladder, a homeowner will have a hard time reaching various spots. after the can has set for a while. And rollers, like paintbrushes, must be of high quality for proper absorption and distribution.
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Hauling out a kitchen chair to climb up on will result in slops and streaks on the unsuspecting furniture. Stir sticks are a must or the colors won’t be mixed properly Preparation: If the surface is dirty and peeling, it must be cleaned and sanded before a new coat of latex or enamel is applied. Paints don’t stick to dirt and instead of a quick cover-up job, there may be layers of wet muck that fall off before a painter knows it. Flakes peeling underneath will cause a new layer to peel away as well. Prep isn’t something to skimp on if a topnotch result is desired. Taping around windows and woodwork is also crucial in order to keep them neat and spot-free. Color choice: Choosing the color will take a bit of time. It’s not as easy as it may seem. There are zillions of shades of a hue as simple as white. Taking swatches and samples home from the store will be an important step. Looking at tones next to existing furnishings, lighting and woodwork will help with selection. Once a hue has been settled upon, painting a sample area and living with it for a few days will be a good idea. This will allow a homeowner to see what it looks like at various times of the day and in certain lighting. When a homeowner decides to do some house painting, he or she must take the time to do it right. Proper tools , preparation and color choice will be steps on the path to enhanced curb appeal. The interior and exterior of a house can be greatly improved upon with a product as seemingly simple as a can of paint.
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Hotels in Bristol are making final preparations for re-opening their doors on 17 May but say there’s still some a long way to go before business is anything like back to normal.
“It’s frustrating because there are regular media reports about people losing their jobs and unemployment being high, yet we’re not seeing as many applications for our vacancies as we would have hoped for.
While hoteliers are looking forward to welcoming guests back, most businesses are unable to operate at 100% capacity because of social distancing restrictions and can’t operate their bars and restaurants in the way they would like to. Even if they were able to operate at full capacity, the biggest challenge will be ensuring they have enough staff to provide the level of service guests will expect. The Bristol Hoteliers Association (BHA) represents some 40 hotels in and around the city, between them offering around 4,000 rooms. When the Government revealed its roadmap to recovery earlier this year, BHA members said they intended to recruit at least 500 people as they prepared to re-open their businesses. But BHA Chair Raphael Herzog said recruiting the number of people required has been difficult for a number of reasons, although these challenges will not prevent member hotels from opening their doors on 17 May. He said: “There has been a shortage of people from the EU, who left when the pandemic struck but who have not yet returned, or who have not been allowed to return to the UK. “The hospitality sector has been one of the hardest hit by the pandemic, and was often among the first to close and last to re-open. This has had a negative impact on people’s confidence when it comes to job stability. “Many staff who had been initially furloughed have opted for alternative jobs, in retail, supermarkets and delivery because they think these sectors offer greater employment security. 36
“It doesn’t help that new employees can’t be furloughed. If the furlough scheme could be altered for hospitality so that it could be applied to new recruits, it might increase their confidence. “People often view working in hospitality as a short-term option or a stop-gap. We’re working hard to change those perceptions and raise awareness of the many opportunities for rewarding, varied, life-time careers within our wonderful industry. “We are working very hard to offer a much better work-life balance than people seem to think there is; we also offer great benefits, and some properties even offer live-in accommodation and great tips and service charge benefits.” Mr Herzog added: “We still can’t do wedding showrounds indoors, some hotels can only operate at 70% occupancy and restaurants in bars can only safely operate at 40% or 50% of their usual occupancy, so our businesses are still facing many challenges.” What is encouraging is that there are strong signs that people are desperate to have a change of scenery once they are able to enjoy overnight stays again. “Bookings are looking strong for leisure hotels, and there is half-term at the end of May, which we are expecting to be very busy. “We are also looking for more clarity about what is going to happen from 21 June, when the roadmap says almost all restrictions will be lifted, which will allow us to operate at 100% capacity, host larger weddings and larger meetings. “There’s a strong suggestion that we’re going to enjoy a staycation summer, although ultimately this will depend on what restrictions may stay in place for travelling abroad, which is why we would really like to have some clarity sooner rather than later.”
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MAMA BEAR'S INVESTS IN STAFF TRAINING SCHEME South West day nursery group Mama Bear’s has invested in a new staff training scheme to help progress the careers of current staff members and attract new practitioners. Mama Bear’s Day Nursery & Pre-School group runs 24 settings across Bristol, South Gloucestershire, Somerset and Devon and is committed to developing the best talent in the early years industry.
“Career progression is hugely important to us and there’s nothing we love more than to see new qualifications being achieved. We have had several apprentices who have gone on to become nursery managers through our training and development programmes. We want to nurture the next generation of early years talent.”
The new development programme offers staff the opportunity to progress to a Level 3 Childcare Leader or a Level 5 Childcare Operational Manager.
The Level 3 Childcare Management course provides staff with training on leading people, effective communication, problem solving and decision making, finances and Ofsted accountability.
The training is provided externally by The Childcare Company and represents an investment of £5000 per staff member in the scheme.
The Level 5 Childcare Operational Management course covers developing teams, managing performance, strategic planning and project management.
Mama Bear’s Managing Director, Chris Marston, said: “Providing quality training and support to our valued staff members is of vital importance to us and our commitment to this can be seen in the renowned childcare we deliver to our families.
Established in 2002 Mama Bear’s cares for children aged three months to five years. Consistently rated by OFSTED as Good or Outstanding, all the settings benefit from indoor and outdoor space and top-quality play and educational resources.
“We are constantly updating our training to keep up with the latest industry standards and legislation and to give our practitioners the most comprehensive support we can. By helping our staff to further their careers we hope that they will grow with us and move up the ranks.
Chris continued: “There is an industry-wide shortage of nursery practitioners so we’re hoping schemes like this will help to attract people looking for a stable and rewarding new career. As well as training we are also offering 50 new apprenticeship positions for those just starting out.”
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“One of our biggest selling points, other than the stunning setting, is that families are given the opportunity here to mourn, remember and celebrate their loved ones life for longer than the set time you get given at a crematorium. “Giving people the opportunity to stay and take in the wonderful surroundings here while enjoying a bite to eat and reminiscing with friends and family is really important to us and we hope everyone will be pleased with our latest offerings. It also means one less thing for the organisers to worry about at what is already a stressful time.” Catering at Bristol Memorial Woodlands is bespoke and families can choose food options from a menu. A selection of hot and beverages can be provided or organisers are welcome to provide alcoholic beverages with no corkage fee.
Grieving families organising an occasion to celebrate the life of a loved one will now have more catering options available to them at South West funeral venue Bristol Memorial Woodlands. The Alveston site, a nature reserve which hosts funeral services and burials within 100-acres of woodland and meadows, can now offer mourners several hospitality options since the latest easing of coronavirus restrictions. Families are now able to book indoor catering and refreshments for up to 15 people after the service at the venue’s Georgian Reception Rooms, meaning people can spend time with friends and family and reflect. Catering can also be arranged for more people outside providing social distancing measures are in place. Alternatively, families can order picnic bags filled with homemade savoury and sweet treats to be enjoyed on the grounds or can opt for takeaway bags for the journey home. Chris Baker, founder of Bristol Memorial Woodlands, said: “It is wonderful to be able to offer more hospitality to the families in our care. It is a huge part of what we do here and we have really missed being able to make a difficult day more pleasant, enjoyable and comfortable for our guests in the last year. 40
The picnic and takeaway bags are filled with a homemade sandwich, a homemade sausage roll, a homemade cake, scones with jam and clotted cream, a packet of crisps and a variety of hot and cold refreshments. There are vegetarian and vegan options available as well as gluten free and dairy free adaptations. Chris continued: “After the service guests can congregate in the grounds and share memories, all while keeping to social distancing rules. “We really try to provide a bespoke service to each occasion so if a family requests a certain type of sandwich which reminds them of their loved one, or if they want us to set up a table of glasses for some bring your own fizz, we’ll happily accommodate them. We want to be known, not for a conveyor-belt service, but for an unhurried experience to remember fondly.” Bristol Memorial Woodlands is a 100-acre burial ground which is being transformed into a beautiful woodland with trees and wild flowers planted around the plots where loved ones are laid to rest. The area is managed by a charitable trust and will be open forever for future generations to visit. Bristol Memorial Woodlands has its own chapel, Georgian reception rooms and dedicated burial grounds for the Muslim and Jewish communities. For more information click the image above.
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A3029 Winterstoke Road (30mph)
A4 Portway Nr Barrow Hill Road (30mph)
Hengrove Avenue, Hengrove, Bristol (20mph)
A37 Wells Road, Hengrove (30mph)
A4 Portway Nr Hung Road (40mph)
Hengrove Lane, Hengrove, Bristol (20mph)
A370 Coronation Road, Southville (30mph)
A4 Portway Nr Portview Road (30mph)
Highbury Road, Bedminster (20mph)
Hungerford Road, Bristol (20mph)
A38 Rupert Street/Bridewell A4 Portway Nr Roman Way Street/The Haymarket, Bristol (40mph) (20mph) A4 Portway Nr Sylvan Way/ A4 Totterdown Bridge Riverleaze (40mph) (30mph) A4018 Falcondale Road, A4174 Callington Road, Westbury on Trym (30mph) Brislington, Bristol (30mph) A403 St Andrews Road, A4174 King Georges Road, Avonmouth (40mph) Bristol (30mph) A4162 Sylvan Way/Dingle Allison Road, Bristol (30mph) Road/Canford Lane (30mph)
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Ladman Road, Stockwood (20mph)
B3122 Redcatch Road, Knowle (20mph)
A432 Downend Road, Fishponds (20mph)
Marksbury Road, Bedminster (20mph)
B4466 Jacobs Wells Road, Bristol (20mph)
A432 Fishponds Road, Easton (20mph)
Newbridge Road, Bristol (20mph)
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Stockwood Lane, nr the sports ground, Stockwood (20mph) Stockwood Lane, nr Whitchurch Village sign, Stockwood (30mph)
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Hareclive Road, Hartcliffe (30mph)
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Ladies Mile, Durdham Down (20mph) Long Cross, Lawrence Weston (30mph) Merebank Road, Avonmouth (30mph)
Smyth Road, Ashton (20mph) Hill View, Henleaze (20mph)
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Station Road, Shirehampton (20mph) Wellington Hill West, Horfield (30mph) Wessex Ave, Horfield (20mph)
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