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This week.. 4. Courtyard Social 6. 70k your way 8. What’s on in Bristol 12. Interactive dementia friendly day 16. Bedminster Bear Trail 18. Have your say 22. Five things to do in Weston Super Mare 24. Scrap the Mayor 26. Women’s Conference proves big hit 28. World laughter day 36. Support Cancer Charity 38. What drivers need to know 46. Fitness walking techniques 50. Horoscopes
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As the weather begins to hot up, Feeder Road’s music, arts and food venue, Propyard, is extending its bumper events roster with the announcement of a new free-to-enter alfresco series, Courtyard Social. Offering a huge bill of live music from some of Bristol’s best DJs, the weekly outdoor events will take place every Thursday and Friday (as well as the occasional Saturday) from 6-11pm in the venue’s courtyard. Headlining this Thursday 28th April is Bristol-based promoter and party starter, Worm Disco Club. Known for playing the finest in global sounds and percussive madness, two of the founding members, Jackson Worm and Jake Worm will take to the Courtyard decks to delight guests. The very next day on Friday 29th April, radio station SWU.FM will take over with breakfast show host DJ, Felix Joy bringing an exploratory and expansive mix.
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Highlights on the upcoming Courtyard Social programme include sought-after DJ and producer, Maxxi Soundsystem and half of PBR Streetgang, Tom Thorne, who is set to play an evening of Disco/boogie-infused House music on Saturday 7th of May. Noods Radio’s Lucien Douglas will perform on Friday 13th of May bringing his own amalgamation of relentless grooves and fresh selections to Propyard. Friday 27th May, music collective Diplomats of Sound and legendary awardwinning festival venue Chai Wallahs will be spinning tunes from Hip-Hop, Reggae, Afrobeat and House. Alongside the live music, Courtyard Social visitors can enjoy a huge selection of craft beers including pints from some of the city’s top local breweries will be on offer, as well as a thirst-quenching menu of wine and cocktails. There will also be a Happy Hour from 6pm-7pm so get in early for 2-for-1 on selected cocktails, beer and cider.
Proppyard is set to host Courtyard Social throughout the warmer months, with weekly event line-ups available on the venue's website listings. Entry is free but visitors can make advance bookings via https://propyard.co.uk/events/ to guarantee entry. Follow Propyard’s Instagram and Facebook for live updates and announcements.
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Jessie May is a Bristol based charity which provides palliative, end of life and bereavement care for terminally ill children and their families. On a weekly basis our nurses travel the 70km distance between Bristol, Bath and Swindon to visit families. During the month of May we are asking for our supporters to join the Jessie May team to walk, run, wheel, cycle, swim 70km; their way. Some participants are even being brave enough to double the distance! You can get the whole family (even the dogs) involved and join us in Hanham on Tuesday 31st May for a special celebration to walk and wheel the final few kilometres with the Jessie May team. We will be starting from The Chequers Inn, Hanham at 10.30am and will be taking on the 5km route along the river to Conham Riverside Park for some well-deserved drinks and snacks. You are welcome to bring your own picnic along or grab something from The Perky Coffee Company. 6
If you’d like to park at Avon Valley Woodland car park and join us around 11am for the final 3km, then that’s fine too! Charlotte Bugler is the Community Engagement Fundraising Officer at Jessie May, “It's very exciting to be able to organise our own event now Covid restrictions are starting to ease. A family participation event has been on our minds for many months and we can't wait to hear everyone's 70km stories. Your support will ensure that our nurses can continue to reach children and their families, across the South West who are faced with a life shortening diagnosis.” Jessie May are offering their jazzy purple t-shirts to those who raise £50 and bespoke medals to those who raise £100! Find out more and sign up for free: www.jessiemay. org.uk/event/70k-your-way-challenge/
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Friday 29th April
Saturday 30th April
Sunday 1st May
Frampton Cotterell BioBlitz Weekend Description: Take part in the Frampton Cotterell BioBlitz 29th April – 2nd May! Part of the worldwide City Nature Challenge, where everyone can go out to record as many plants and animals as possible.Download the iNaturalist app to I.D plants and animals and officially record sightings.
Back To The 80s Disco Description: We are here for our ever popular 80’s Disco You are about to go on a nostalgic journey...A journey back to a time when Michael Jackson and Rick Astley were the Kings of Pop...A journey back to a time when bubble skirts, blue eye shadow and shoulder pads were cool...A journey back to a time when the Atari and Spectrum were cutting edge technology...
Artisan Makers Market Description: Come and see the fantastic work from local crafters and grab a coffee and some lunch in the cafe or pub. Please show your support and pop in for a mooch about, or if you cant pop in, why not share the event on your timeline.
Venue: Centenary Field Frampton Cotterell The Brockeridge Centre Woodend Road Frampton Cotterell BS36 2LQ
May Day Fundraiser Description: A day of folk, Dance, Food & Drink Dead Horse Disco Sound Healing & Mindfulness Don Mandarin Description: We warmly Sea Shanty Choir welcome you to our -IN Fuck Authority Country Music Weekend Wolf Bane Description: Come out for our TUNE- DAY RETREAT, a mini country festival on Friday nourishing and soothing blend Bristol Ceilidh Collective Silky Disturbance April 29th, Saturday April 30th of mindfulness practice and sound healing.Offer yourself Folk DJ’s And Sunday 1st May. Beltane Morris Each nights performance will some precious time to gently and kindly get in tune and start at 8pm reconnect with your body and Venue: Bridge Farm Bristol senses in a safe, friendly and Glenfrome Road Venue: The Plough Inn nurturing space. BS16 1BQ Pilning Street Bristo Bristol Venue: Horfield Quaker BS35 4JJ Meeting House Nabba West Bodybuilding Show 300 Gloucester Road Description: Male/Female Weston Weekend Festival Horfield Bodybuilding contest qualifier Description: Welcome to BS7 8PD for the Nabba Britain another of our Weston Bristol Weekend Festivals. Top Venue: BAWA Leisure Clairvoyants/Readers/ A Tribute To Kate Bush at The 589 Southmead Rd Wonderful Therapists/ Aura Fleece Filton imaging. Amazing Trade Description: Kate BushBS34 7RG Stallholders who have Ka - ‘The Whole Story’A Bristol travelled some distance to stunning live performance of be with us all There really is the sensational music of Kate something for everyone to Bush. enjoy. Venue: The Royal Hotel 1 South Parade BS23 1JP Weston-super-Mare
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Venue: The Stable 3-6 Wadham street BS23 1JY Weston-super-Mare
Venue: The Sartan Club BS13 8LF Bristol
Venue: The Fleece 12 Saint Thomas Street Bristol BS1 6JJ
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Wednesday 4th May
North Street Games Day Description: After the success of last month’s event we’re running our second games day on Bank Holiday Monday upstairs at the Hen and Chicken from 12 Noon until close! It’s only £1 per person which includes entry into a prize draw!
CIRCUS VEGAS BRISTOL Description: THIS YEAR a new death-defying circus is touring in the United Kingdom, celebrating 254 years of circus performances with the ultimate show to remember.
Evening Dance with Mark Helmore Description: An evenings dancing to the fabulous recorded music provided by Mark Helmore £5 per person For more details contact Mark Email helmore62@hotmail. co.uk
Venue: Hen and Chicken 210 North Street BS3 1JF Bristol
Venue: Elm Park Filton Elm Park Filton Bristol
Funderworld Theme Park Description: Thrilling Rides & Attractions, Roller Coasters, Children’s Rides, Inflatables, Yoga for Beginners Game Stalls and delicious Description: his class is Fairground food…. for anyone looking to start UNLIMITED RIDING or revisit a yoga practice, WRISTBANDS provide building confidence in a studio unbeatable value and make environment. Gently working Funderworld Theme Park through fundamentals of a a super day out for all the yogic practice including breath Family. work, movement and meditation, presented in a way that is Venue: Durdham Down accessible and inclusive. Bristol Venue: Space 238 238 Stapleton Rd BS5 0NT Bristol Jam at the Star for Roger Yates Description: A musical gathering in celebration of the great Roger Yates - sax supremo, poet, rebel, driver of the blue Morris van, bridge busker, bird watcher- in Roger’s old stompin’ ground. All musos welcome to join in, there’ll be backline - just bring your ‘axe’ as Rog would say! 4pm kick-off. Thanks to Malc for the space. x Venue: Star And Garter 33 Brook Road BS65LR Bristol
The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe Description: Elliott & Harper Productions and Catherine Schreiber present the Leeds Playhouse production of The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe.
Venue: The Grand Atlantic Beach Rd BS23 1BA Weston-super-Mare Happymess Description: Join us for a morning of outdoor art, craft and messy play in Redcatch Community Garden. Venue: Redcatch Community The Pavilion, BS4 2RD Bristol
Thursday 5th May Stand Up and Rock Bristol Description: A night filled with laughter and head-banging brought to you by Pete K Mally and Adam and the Hellcats! Venue: Thunderbolt Bristol 124 Bath Road BS4 3ED Bristol
Senna Weeks Band Trio Description: The Senna Weeks Band Trio return to The Brit Bar for a night of upbeat, bluesy funky covers. Featuring Miguel Andrews on drums, Educating Rita Zach Bartlett on bass and Description: Frank is an embit- fronted by Senna Weeks. tered English professor, who hides himself in his books and Venue: The Brit Bar heavy drinking. 118 High St Weston-super-Mare Venue: Blma Tavern & Theatre BS23 1HP 18-20 Alma Vale Rd, Bristol 9 BS82HY Venue: Bristol Hippodrome St Augustine’s Parade BS1 4UZ Bristol
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Scream (18) (2hrs.20m) 5.10, 8.00
Scream (18) (2hrs.20m) 5.10, 8.00
Scream (18) (2hrs.20m) 5.10, 8.00
Scream (18) (2hrs.20m) 5.10, 8.00
Licorice Pizza (15) (2hrs.35m) 4.40, 7.45
Licorice Pizza (15) (2hrs.35m) 4.40, 7.45
Licorice Pizza (15) (2hrs.35m) 4.40, 7.45
Licorice Pizza (15) (2hrs.35m) 4.40, 7.45
The King’s Man (15) (2hrs.35m) 4.45
The King’s Man (15) (2hrs.35m) 4.45
The King’s Man (15) (2hrs.35m) 4.45
Spider-Man: No Way Home (12A) (2hrs.30m) 7.35
Spider-Man: No Way Home (12A) (2hrs.30m) 1.45, 7.35
Spider-Man: No Way Home (12A) (2hrs.30m) 1.45, 7.35
The Electrical Life of Louis Wain (12A) (2hrs.10m) 4.50
West Side Story (12A) (3hrs.) 1.00
West Side Story (12A) (3hrs.) 1.00
Clifford the Big Red Dog (PG) (2hrs.) All Tickets £4.00 12.00
Clifford the Big Red Dog (PG) (2hrs.) All Tickets £4.00 12.00
Disney’s Encanto (PG) (2hrs.10m) All Tickets £4.00 2.15
Disney’s Encanto (PG) (2hrs.10m) All Tickets £4.00 2.15
Tuesday 18th Cinema Opens: 4.25pm Scream (18) (2hrs.20m) 5.10, 8.00 Licorice Pizza (15) (2hrs.35m) 4.40, 7.45
Ron’s Gone Wrong (PG) (2hrs.), 10.30am
Spider-Man: No Way Home (12A) (2hrs.30m) 7.30
Thursday 20th Cinema Opens: 4.25pm Scream (18) (2hrs.20m) 5.10, 8.00 Licorice Pizza (15) (2hrs.35m) 4.40, 7.45
Wednesday 19th
The Electrical Life of Louis Wain (12A) (2hrs.10m) 4.50
Cinema Opens: 12.45pm Scream (18) (2hrs.20m) 5.10, 8.00
Spider-Man: No Way Home (12A) (2hrs.30m) 7.30
Licorice Pizza (15) (2hrs.35m) 4.40, 7.45
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The Electrical Life of Louis West Side Story (12A) (3hrs.) Wain 1.00 (12A) (2hrs.10m) 2.10 Event Cinema Royal Opera House Spider-Man: Tosca No Way Home (12A) (3hrs.25m) (12A) (2hrs.30m) Doors open at 6.30 for 7.00 3.15 start
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The Electrical Life of Louis Wain (12A) (2hrs.10m) 4.50 Spider-Man: No Way Home (12A) (2hrs.30m) 7.30
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INTERACTIVE DEMENTIA FRIENDLY DAY IN NORTH SOMERSET
An interactive, fun and supportive day out for families in North Somerset whose lives are affected by dementia will be held on Saturday June 18 in North Somerset.
The event is being organised by the Kubiak Dementia Foundation as a free event and is an opportunity for families, carers and anyone living with dementia or affected by the condition to relax in a safe and friendly environment enjoying activities and a chance to meet others from North Somerset whose lives are affected by dementia. The event will be held in the Garden Room Wing of Penny Brohn UK in Chapel Hill, Pill from 10.30am to 3.30pm and will include light refreshments, nutrition talks, validation techniques explained, arts and crafts, activities, nature walks, animal interaction, music and tasters for reflexology, healing and hand massage. A successful event was organised pre-Covid by Clevedon based Kubiak Dementia Foundation but other planned events had to be cancelled due to lockdown restrictions. Victoria Kubiak set up the foundation in January 2019. Her husband George, who died in June last year, was diagnosed with frontal temporal dementia in 2010 and her family found it difficult to find safe and supportive places for a family day out where his behaviour was understood. 12
She said: “Our event before Covid-19 hit showed how much need there is in the North Somerset area for support. Families enjoyed having a moment of calm, various activities or just being able to share experiences. “The event is open to people with dementia, their families of all generations, friends and carers.” The Kubiak Family set up the Foundation as a legacy to George who has taught them so much about life through his dementia world. Find out more by coming along to the event from 10.30 am to 3.30pm on Saturday June 18. If you have any questions or would like to let the organisers know of your attendance, please do so through email to info@kubiakdementiafoundation.co.uk or by telephone 01275 876688. Further information can be found at www.kubiakdementiafoundation.co.uk.
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Introducing the Bedminster Beer Trail, a brand new event for beer lovers across Bristol to head ‘South of the river’ and get a taste for the incredible scene that BS3 has to offer and satisfy their taste buds over the Platinum Jubilee, bank holiday weekend. During the four day nationwide break, in the heart of Bedminster, beer enthusiasts will be able to follow a map of 12 venues across North and East Street and sample each venue's specialty beer, selected specially for the celebration, and get a stamp to mark off each venue. In true Jubilee spirit, each venue will be hosting something special and out of the ordinary to really mark the occasion. From out-door bars to barbeques, you’ll have to head to each venue to experience them all.
As well as being able to sample your favourite beers from these independent pubs, bars and breweries - each of these brilliant venues will come together on Monday 9th May at the Bristol Beer Factory, to create an exclusive festival beer called ‘South of the River.’ South of the River will be available at each venue over the bank-holiday weekend, including a number of fringe venues like Corks of North Street and Bristol Loaf where you can grab the festival brew in cans to take-away and enjoy at home. Tom Clermont from Bristol Beer Factory, said:
“The idea of creating a beer that was unique to Bedminster and exclusive to the beer trail Emily Penney, co-owner of Alpha Bottle Shop, was something we collectively wanted to do. said: Getting everyone involved in the brewing process, adding in hops and giving it a good “We’re incredibly proud of the beer stir just really connects each venue to the community we have here in Bedminster and trail.” we want the rest of Bristol to know just how amazing it is which is why we had the idea With four days, 12 venues and 100s of to bring a beer trail to BS3. There’s so many different beers on offer, you can expect to see independent venues, highlighting the best of barrel swaps between breweries and beers what beer has to offer.” that have never been poured. If beer is your thing, On the trail you will find Alpha Bottle Shop and Tap, On-Point Brewing, The Coronation, you’re definitely going to want to come along The Steam Crane, North Street Standard, and bask in the brilliance of Bedminster’s The Old Bookshop, KASK, The Spotted Cow, beer scene. The Hen & Chicken, The Malago, Tobacco Factory and the Bristol Beer Factory Tap Room. 16
The trail is supported by Bedminster BID and encourages you to trail each venue across the four days. Anyone who completes the trail can hand in their stamped map to the Bristol Beer Factory Tap Room and get rewarded with a can of South of the River which will be available exclusively over the event weekend and a 10% discount across draught beer for the rest of the month at participating venues. The Bedminster Beer Trail map will be available to download and anyone unable to attend the Jubilee Weekend is welcomed to take on the trail at any time. The beers available might not be the same, but they’re guaranteed to be equally delicious. To keep up to date with the beer trail, follow the event on Instagram and #bedminsterbeertrail.
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Have your say on the future our Bristol City Centre
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It will help us think about the types and scale of development and investment required to support the city’s ambitions and will help support developers and landowners to consider proposed schemes in the wider context of what Bristol wants for our city centre. “I encourage everyone to take part to make sure we get the plans right for our city.” This first round of informal engagement will run for four weeks from Monday 25 April to Monday 23 May 2022. To read about the issues the City Centre Development and Delivery Plan will address, add comments to an interactive map and fill in a short survey go to www.citycentrebristol. co.uk. There will be further opportunity for engagement over the summer and a period of formal consultation later in the year. For a paper version of the survey or to ask for it in another format, email info@citycentrebristol.gov.uk
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Things to do in Weston Super Mare
As one of England’s oldest seaside resorts, Weston-super-Mare has been a destination for British holiday-makers for many years Today it is home to a packed cultural calendar and several new attractions that keep visitors coming back
Weston-super-Mare Beach
One of the UK’s longest natural stretches of sand, Weston-super-Mare Beach is a must-see when visiting the seaside town. Along the beach’s promenade, visitors will find plenty of places selling classic seaside eats like fish and chips, candy floss, and ice cream, alongside stalls offering souvenir postcards, buckets and spades, and the like. And don’t forget the quintessential seaside activities of donkey rides, sandcastle building or vainly attempting to get a tan (typical British weather permitting, of course).
Bleadon Levels Nature Reserve
Home to 68 acres of land and a variety of wildlife, Bleadon Levels Nature Reserve is a short drive to the south of Weston-superMare and is the perfect day out for nature lovers. Footpaths lead visitors around the reserve’s salt marshes, tidal creeks and grassland – home to a host of animal residents including water voles, otters and brown hares. It also hosts varied insect life such as ground beetles, butterflies and spiders, while two lagoon-side bird hides offer the chance to spot duck species like gadwalls, widgeons and pochards.
The Helicopter Museum The Helicopter Museum is the largest of its kind in the UK and is home to over 80 rotorcrafts, including a Russian Hind Gunship and the world’s fastest helicopter, the Westland G-Lynx. Alongside its aircraft, the museum is also home to an interactive zone and film theatre, where visitors can learn more about helicopters and attend regular events throughout the year, including open cockpit days, air experience flights and a flight simulator convention.
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The Grand Pier Although Weston-super-Mare’s original Grand Pier – first constructed in 1904 – was destroyed by a fire in 2008, thankfully it’s owners completely rebuilt the pier and reopened the historic landmark two years later. Today, the Grand Pier is home to a host of rides and attractions, including dodgems, a ghost train, a 4D cinema and a 300m (984ft) go-kart circuit, as well as a number of restaurants and cafes.
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A short drive east of Weston-super-Mare brings visitors to the Mendip Hills – a landscape of steep hilltops, rich grasslands and dramatic gorges so stunning that it was designated an area of outstanding natural beauty in 1972. An ideal day out for lovers of the outdoors, the Mendip Hills are home to dozens of walking and cycling routes, taking visitors past charming villages, wildlife havens and ancient monuments.
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Because of the over-centralisation of power in the hands of one person, decisions have been made behind closed doors with overpaid, unaccountable advisers and unelected city elites, while local residents and councillors from every party have been ignored and have been unable to stop the waste.
At the recent campaign launch of It’s Our City, it was great to hear from every political party in Bristol, including many Labour Party members, on why the current system of local The alternative system of governance, the governance is bad for Bristol and bad for Modern Committee System, is being adopted democracy. by councils all over the country, from Glasgow to Sheffield and from Nottingham to Brighton, The referendum, which was proposed by the and it’s easy to see why. The Committee Bristol Liberal Democrat group and System is a much fairer, more cooperative supported by Green and Conservative way of making decisions, ensuring every councillors, will give voters a chance to have voice is heard, not just one! their say on 5 May. On 5 May you can vote to end the waste and The mayoral system in Bristol has a record restore local democracy. Please vote for a of shame with £50m of taxpayers’ money better Bristol. Vote for change. Vote to scrap thrown down the drain on Bristol Energy, the Mayor! £12m wasted on two bridges to nowhere at Arena Island, parks’ budgets slashed and Hundreds of Brislington West residents have playgrounds left with no swings, disabled signed up to receive our monthly newsletter children’s education neglected with hundreds via email. You can register using this link: of special school places not provided, and http://www.bristollibdems.org/efocus. millions more to be cut from the city’s adult social care budget. By Jos Clark, Liberal Democrat Councillor (Brislington West) Email: cllr.jos.clark@bristol.gov.uk Mobile: 07584 370429
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Bristol enterprise’s inaugural Women’s Conference proves big hit More than 45 businesses, charities, housing associations, councils and governmentrepresentatives took part in Bristol-based Women’s Work Lab’s first ever Women’s Conference. Focused on ‘unlocking invisible talent’, the virtual conference heard from a whole host of female speakers, including Mims Davies MP, Minister for Employment, Director and Founder of WorkWell Bristol Kristal McNamara, and author and Heart Radio DJ ‘Mother Pukka’, Anna Whitehouse. The conference was hosted by Rachel Mostyn, Co-Founder & CEO at Women's Work Lab, which supports unemployed mums to (re)start their careers and was sponsored by Sovereign Housing Association. Attendees heard about everything from how to utilise ‘invisible talent’, ways businesses can be more inclusive, what the ‘motherhood penalty’ is, and how women can re-connect with their professional identify after they’ve had a family. One woman who attended said: “The data doesn't lie! It should back up all voices for change and many voices are loud. Getting that first person to listen is the challenge!” 26
According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), in 2019 almost 3 in 10 mothers with a child aged 14 years and under said they had reduced their working hours because of childcare reasons. This compared with 1 in 20 fathers. Camilla Rigby, Co-Founder of The Women’s Work Lab, said: “We are so happy with our inaugural Women's Conference - such a huge variety of insights from our speakers and we definitely hope to make this an annual event. “And hopefully at some point we will no longer need events like this that shine a light on how to find talent in different places!” Erica Watts, Head of Employment and Training at Sovereign, added: "It was fantastic to be part of an event you knew was instantly changing the way people thought about work. “We're looking forward to continuing our support of the Women's Work Lab and are excited to see hear more stories about how life changing their courses have been." For more information on The Women’s Work Lab, please visit www.womensworklab.co.uk/
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World Laughter Day is celebrated on the first Sunday of May every year. On May 10th 1998, the first celebration took place in Mumbai, India. It was arranged by Dr Madan Kataria, founder of the worldwide Laughter Yoga movemen.
Laughter isn’t just a quick pick-me-up, though. It’s also good for you over the long term. Laughter may: •
Improve your immune system. Negative thoughts manifest into chemical reactions that can affect your body by bringing more stress into your system and decreasing your immunity. By contrast, positive thoughts can actually release neuropeptides that help fight stress and potentially more serious illnesses.
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Cycle route in Ashton Court gets official opening A popular walking and cycling route through the Ashton Court Estate has been officially opened – two years after it was completed. Covid restrictions delayed a formal opening by the Lord Lieutenant of Somerset Annie Maw and the Lord Lieutenant of Bristol Peaches Golding until now. The one-kilometre cycle route through Ashton Court and the connection to the Festival Way from Long Ashton to Bristol makes it possible for people to walk or cycle into Bristol from Nailsea and Long Ashton without having to take in any main roads. The route connects the gate to Ashton Court near the Park and Ride with the UWE site at Kennel Lodge Road, avoiding the busy and hilly Ashton Court Estate road up to the house. The charitable organisation Greenways and Cycleroutes delivered the £63,000 scheme with input from North Somerset Council. A team of volunteers undertook vegetation clearance to open up views of the historic landscape, tree protection, fence construction, tree and hedge planting and ecological works. The route was constructed by local contractors Safety Green Ltd, with funding from Veolia Environmental Trust, Sustrans and North Somerset Council, and support from Historic England and from UWE and Bristol City Council who own the land. 30
North Somerset Council and Sustrans have since added to the project with a signal controlled Toucan crossing across Clarken Coombe which was completed last year. The crossing provides a safe place for all path users to cross the busy B3128. "The Ashton Court Greenway is another example of our commitment to improve cycling facilities in North Somerset," said Cllr Mike Solomon, the council's executive member for neighbourhoods and community services. "Greenways and Cycleroutes continue to be a valuable partner, helping us to deliver well used cycle schemes such as this one and Brean Down Way from Uphill to Brean." John Grimshaw, founder and engineer of Greenways and Cycleroutes, said: “Humphry Repton designed Ashton Park 200 years ago. We know the path would have pleased him. "It has been a privilege to work in such a landscape and to create a path which is already so much appreciated. Watching people enjoying the route is our reward for five years' negotiation."
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THE FUTURE OF INVESTING IN BRISTOL With house prices at an all-time high, rental • values on the same trajectory and an ever-increasing avalanche of compliance and restrictions, you would be forgiven for thinking that maybe new investors have “missed the boat” in Bristol. In addition to this, the current consultations on planning in South Gloucestershire, affecting the northern parts • of the city, beg the question “what does the future hold for investors in Bristol?” The Bristol Boom In order to answer this question, let’s first look back at the “track record” of Bristol, with some • facts, figures and statistics, over the past few years.
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Bristol has seen consistent growth over the past ten years (2011 – 2021), despite geopolitical influences. During this period, the average house price in Bristol has increased by 66% versus a UK average of 53% Bristol has a 77.1% employment rate, versus a UK average of 74.7%. This is especially significant, as Bristol is a university town, with just over 31% of those deemed “economically inactive” being students. 91% of those renting in Bristol are aged between 18 and 39. Spend any time in Bristol and this will make sense; the city has an energetic vibe; it is a progressive city with a strong innovative and entrepreneurial culture. During the past 6 years (2016 – 2022) the average price of an average sized, non-ensuite room, in a shared house (HMO room), in the south of the city, has risen by 22.7%
So, this tells us, that Bristol has a strong track record – but what about all the compliance, planning restrictions and potential rent controls coming its way?
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Bristol is not alone in this, the Private Rental Sector (PRS) is governed by 178 pieces of legislation and regulation and, this grows rapidly year on year. If you own or manage a house of Multiple Occupation (HMO) then, due to planning directives, pretty much anywhere in the city that you would want to run an HMO will now need a licence. This is because HMOs are deemed to be “high risk” rentals and so, even more regulated than other rentals. For those owning and/or managing properties which are not HMOs, there are also parts of the city with selective licensing schemes, which means that anything you rent out will need a licence. There can be hefty costs involved too, with a selective licence costing almost £800 and an HMO licence costing £1300 in some parts of the city. In addition to licensing, there is also the question of single banding for council tax, for HMO rooms. This is not an issue so far in Bristol, but has been for some time in other, nearby cities, like Reading and Western, so property investors would be very wise to have this on their radar. Single banding of HMO rooms has been branded “the toilet tax” because, one of the things that the Valuation Office Agency (VOA) will take into account, is the ratio of bathrooms to tenants in a property. Another is the adaptations that have been made to that property, in order to turn it into an HMO. Minor adaptations (like locks) are fine but major adaptations and adaptations on each floor may well be an issue – kitchenettes inside rooms and separate showers and baths and WCs are all things that will be taken into consideration when the VOA is making a decision on whether you have structurally altered the property in question, in order for it to be deemed to be a self-contained unit (SCU) and therefore be banded separately. The future is bright!
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Excellent rail links. The spiraling cost of rent in London, has meant that many from the big smoke, struggling with the cost of living, and who feel a “kinship” to many parts of Bristol, have been able to move here and commute to work. Temple Meads to London is only 90 minutes.
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Employers, Amenities, Hospitality, Regeneration. Bristol has it all. The city has seen lots of regeneration over the years, with plans for more – Temple Meads station is to enjoy a share of a £5 billion budget, to decrease journey times and improve facilities; The Riverside Housing Development, over in Western Harbourside has a budget of £450 million and, with a budget of £300 million, Bristol university is looking to invest in a new campus and residential buildings.
With a great track record, a wonderful, friendly, and lively atmosphere, and exciting plans for the future, there really has never been a better time to invest in the city of Bristol. It’s a fantastic city, which really does get under your skin, we love it and anyone who spends time here, usually ends up falling under its spell!
Despite the amount of regulation, legislation and compliance in the PRS, the future of Bristol is bright. I truly believe this and, if I didn’t, I wouldn’t be investing here. One only needs to spend a small amount of time in the city, for it to get under your skin – it’s food game is strong, its music culture is too and there is a wonderful sense of friendship and camaraderie among the city’s inhabitants. Here are just some of the many reasons, to believe and be excited about, a bright and fruitful future for Bristol: 33
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Ingredients 1 pineapple 2 tbsp light brown soft sugar 80ml pineapple rum spirit drink 2 x 400ml cans light coconut milk 4 egg yolks 100g caster sugar 5 tbsp cornflour 375g Madeira cake, cut into 2cm cubes 8 tbsp salted caramel sauce 500ml double cream Zest of 2 limes, finely grated A few cherries and 1 tbsp desiccated coconut, toasted, to decorate
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6. For the custard, put the coconut milk in a large pan and heat to just below boiling 7. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks, caster sugar and cornflour 8. Gradually pour the hot coconut milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly 9. Pour back into the pan and heat gently, stirring with a wooden spoon, until thickened 10. Pour back into the bowl and cover with cling film, then leave to cool slightly 11. To assemble the trifle, arrange the roasted pineapple in the base of a 22cm-diameter trifle bowl, reserving the liquid from the pan
13. Pour over the custard, cover with cling film and chill for at least an hour until it’s set 14. Once the custard is set, whisk the double cream until soft peaks form, stir through the lime zest and spoon over the top 15. Decorate with the reserved pineapple, remaining caramel sauce, the cherries and desiccated coconut, then chill until ready to serve.
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MOVE INTO AN OFFICE AND SUPPORT CANCER CHARITY West Country businesses have a chance to move into impressive offices in the countryside near Bristol and know the rent they pay is directly supporting people with cancer. Space is being offered at Ham Green House in Pill alongside the headquarters of the charity Penny Brohn UK, which offers practical and emotional support. The beautiful grounds and gardens provide a tranquil setting for cancer patients and their families but now the charity, started by Bristol woman Penny Brohn in 1979 with her friend Pat Pilkington after being diagnosed with breast cancer, is letting out office space with car parking. Andrew Hufford, Commercial Director of Penny Brohn UK, said: “Ideally, we would like to find like-minded organisations or care businesses so that the whole campus could be dedicated to helping people. “But any business that takes space here will have the knowledge that their rent money is going to a good cause, helping us to deliver our services free to anyone affected by cancer.” 36
Carter Jonas have been appointed to act as agents for Ham Green House, which is part Grade2 listed building and partly a new wing built in 2005. The new wing accommodation is modern, well maintained and bright and airy. Andrew Hardwick of Carter Jonas said: “Ham Green House is in a fantastic location close to the M5 Motorway junction 19 at Gordano and six miles from the centre of Bristol, so we believe that there will be interest from throughout the region. “There are a number of ways that the space can be configured as there is 24,634 square feet with abundant car parking. The new wing has an impressive entrance hall, commercial kitchen, dining rooms, two demonstration suites, offices, therapy rooms and 26 ensuite bedrooms so there is fantastic potential to bespoke space to a business moving in.” Further details can be obtained from Andrew Hardwick (07771) 820053 or Kate Richardson (07342) 701095.
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Plug-in car grant reduced The Plug-in car grant is a contribution from the government towards the cost of a new electric car. The plug-in car grant was reduced from £2,500 to £1,500 in December 2021, and only cars under £32,000 are eligible. Plug-in hybrids are also no longer covered. The £1,500 discount is applied automatically at the dealer, who will then have the money reimbursed. The grant also used to be available for cars that emit under 50g/km and can travel 70 miles on electric power alone, however, this has been scrapped now only pure electric vehicles are eligible.
All new homes to get EV chargers by law New-build houses from 2022 will need to be fitted with electric car chargers, in a bid to speed up the rollout of EVs across the country. Any new homes, new supermarkets or buildings undergoing major renovations will need to have EV chargers fitted. Prime Minister Boris Johnson said this scheme could mean an additional 145,000 chargers per year across the country. All new cars to get speed limiters Any new car sold in Europe after this year 2022 will be legally required to be fitted with a speed limiter in order to boost road safety. A speed limiter is a device that will stop your car from exceeding a certain speed set by the driver. This can be handy for making sure you don’t inadvertently break the speed limit. All cars in Europe will be sold with “intelligent speed assist”, which uses GPS data and cameras to read the speed limit and set the limiter accordingly. The European Transport Safety Council predicts this could reduce collisions by 30%.
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Your garden in May Spring is well under way now. The spring bulbs are fading and the herbaceous border is growing in leaps and bounds. The May days are longer and warmer and the risk of frost should have gone by now. The idea of getting out in the garden during the fine weather and ‘ticking things off the list’ becomes much more appealing. Spring flowering bulbs and plants will need clearing in preparation for summer bedding, and its promise of colour to come. But don’t get overwhelmed by those seemingly endless list of gardening jobs – here are our three most important…
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Plant summer bedding May is the month to get your summer bedding started in borders and containers. If planting borders lift out old plants run a fork through the soil and add a good fertilizer before replanting summer plants.
Try to fill pots and containers in the position they are going to stay – they can become heavy when filled! Water retaining crystals will help to reduce the amount of watering and keep the compost moist during warmer periods. Don’t forget to feed with fertiliser during flowering period. Prune evergreen hedges and spring flowering shrubs There’s no better time to give evergreen hedges a trim to get them looking neat and tidy. Smaller hedges can be tackled with a pair of shears, but you may need a hedge trimmer for larger bushes. Prune any shrubs that flowered in spring as soon as they have finished flowering. Broom, forsythia and rubies all need pruning now.
Remove around a third of the oldest flowering stems – this will make the plant look better and encourage new growth to create a good display next year. Be sure to check large shrubs and hedges for nesting birds before you start chopping! Plant out young veg Marrow, courgette and sweetcorn are all ready to be sown in the greenhouse. The likes of brussel sprouts, kale, peas and swede should be okay covered outside. If you have already grown tomatoes, move them outside to harden them off. Keep them outside during the day and bring them back inside at night for two weeks to acclimatize them. If you have potatoes that are starting to emerge, pull a few inches of earth around the plant with a rake to give the plant more soil to grow. Enjoy your garden!
Looking good this month...Geranium Why should you plant them? Geraniums make popular bedding plants – either in the garden or in pots and hanging baskets. They thrive outdoors in the summer but are also great for using a houseplant. They look good planted in a group in a flowerbed all by themselves or mixed in with other annuals – the perfect plant for any spot that calls for a splash of colour throughout the season. How should you plant them? Geraniums need to be grown in well draining soil or if planting in pots a good quality free draining compost. They should be located in a bright spot in the garden that gets plenty of sunshine. Soil should be allowed to dry between watering to avoid root rot. 43
Bristol’s Box-E to support Children’s Hospice South Wes Box-E has announced it will be supporting Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) during this year’s national Children’s Hospice Week. Run by husband-and-wife team Elliott and Tess Lidstone, Box-E is housed in two converted shipping containers at Whapping Wharf and is one of Bristol’s smallest restaurants. It has been voted best restaurant outside London, according to a readers’ poll in a top food and travel magazine.
The hospice is an imaginative restoration of a listed farm and farm buildings which has retained the homely feel of the farm house and yet provides stunning and spacious accommodation. The hospice helps and supports families who face the emotional and physical strain of caring for children who, sadly, are not expected to live into adulthood. Care is provided in-house, in families’ own homes and virtually.
CHSW Area Fundraiser, Clemi Williams, said: The restaurant will be donating 50p to CHSW “The Bristol food scene is growing every from every panna cotta sold from Wednesday year and is full of creative and passionate 23 to Saturday 26 June. independent businesses like Box-E. We are thrilled they will be supporting us throughout Children’s Hospice Week is June 20-26 and Children’s Hospice Week, not only raising is the only week in the year dedicated to vital funds but awareness of the care we offer raising awareness and funds for children’s to children, young people, and their families hospice and palliative care services across when they need it most. the UK, and the seriously ill children and young people they support. ” CHSW is appealing to other local establishments to get involved in supporting CHSW’s local hospice, Charlton Farm, is them during Children’s Hospice Week. To find situated in beautiful surroundings in the North out more email corporate@chsw.org.uk Somerset countryside just 15 minutes from Bristol’s City Centre. 44
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Pisces Feb 19 - Mar 20
Gemini May 21 - June 20
Through the challenges we have at the moment, you may be finding it hard to keep calm and in balance. Maybe take time to give yourself a breather, and try and see things in another light. It may be an idea to start thinking of new ideas and projects to begin at this time, that you could continue when things begin to ease. Keywords. Re-view and re-new
Although it may seem a struggle at times, there will be some new changes for you, and a sudden realisation will dawn on you. This realisation maybe something you need to explain to someone and this should clear the air if there were some difficulties. Remember also to be kind to yourself, and stay calm, Maybe read that book you’ve been putting off, I try a new recipe, find something new. Keywords. Realisation and communication
Aries Mar 21 - Apr 19
Cancer June 21 - July 22
We are all facing obstacles at the moment, and staying in touch with your loved ones and friends is important, but remember there are many ways now through ordinary phones and modern technologies. Remember to use your intuition at this time, as it seems to be very important to follow your inner guidance. Keywords intuition and communication
There could be some new ideas for projects, and this could be a new interest a project or something totally new. Communication is something very valuable in general, but even more so now. Stay in touch with people who are important to you, and also give yourself that time, to read the book you have been putting off, or something you have not finished. Do you line keywords communication, and projects
Leo July 23 - Aug 22
Scorpio Oct 23 - Nov 21
We are in trying times at present, and things can sometimes seem bigger than they actually are. Keep lines of communication open with your friends and family, there are many ways And technologies as well as good old fashioned phones. Maybe take some time to sort a few things out in your home environment, or at least have a think of new ideas and things you can change, refresh, or find new interests. Keywords. Communication and changes
If you have things you need to change, it may be a good idea to do so round now. Although actually socialising together with people is not viable at the moment, through different technology it is possible to still have some sort of social life. If all else fails the good old telephone is as good as anything. Relationships mean very much to you more so at the moment but stay in touch with people in the safest ways possible. Keywords. Relationships and communication.
Virgo Aug 23 - Sept 22
Sagittarius Nov 22 - Dec 21
We are well into spring, if you haven’t already done some clearing it could be a good time now to do so. If you have a tendency to overdo things, or take too much on, remember to slow down at times and give yourself a breather and try and bring some calming balance back into your life. Keywords clearing, balance, and new things.
Libra Sept 23 - Oct 22 Trying to keep balance in your life at the moment isn’t easy, with all these strange challenges.Relationships are important to you even more now,It is just important to find other ways to stay in touch with people. Try and find new interests, and try to keep calmness and balance in your life. Keywords communication and balance
There may be things you really don’t want to deal with but it is best if you do it especially at this time. If you can do some clearing, in which ever areas you feel needed most, it would then be an idea to step back metaphorically speaking, and review situations, and things you are thinking of changing. Keywords deal with things and overview
Capricorn Dec 22 - Jan 19 It seems as though balance in fairness are important to you at this time. There does seem to be quite a few things in the way and as well it’s all the challenges we are all facing there may be some personal ones for you. Keep the lines of communication open and try to find ways to change things in your life to make things easier. Keywords balance and changes
Forecasted by Marie Hayward Disclaimer This zodiac is for entertainment purposes only please do not take the predictions seriously Marie take no responsibility for your actions
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