Bristol Weekly Magazine 9th June 2022 by Direct Local Bristol

B R I S T O L W E E K LY M A G A Z I N E 9 - 16 June

ME ADDITIONS

HOUSE CLEARANCE

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATES

07967or596589 07814 583723

Professional

Affordable

Trustworthy

Registered Waste Carrier

www.homeadditions.org.uk

WHO NEEDS A EPC? All landlords and home owners, as all properties available to buy or rent require a valid EPC. Phone: 01934 249074 Mobile: 07753 436294 Web: www.jackrey.co.uk Email: jon@jackrey.co.uk

JackRey Services offer expert and impartial energy advice to customers in Bristol, Bath and Weston-super-Mare. Get in touch with us today!

This week..

4. BS9 Arts Trail 8. Whats On 14. Nature Photography Day 16. Murder at the Campus 18. The Big Diabetes Week Dog Walk 20. Finding & Funding An HMO 22. What is Legionella 24. Leading The Way 26. Jos And Andrew Report On: 30. Baby Joy For Lizzi And Emma 32. Eight Effective Ways to Keep a Woman Happy 42. Life Hacks 44. Charfield Pupils Raise Over £600 For Rspca 46. New Driving Laws 48. Spare Desk 50. BCFM

@directlocal

The team

EDITOR Michael Davies JOURNALIST Lisa Davies

Regular editorials By: Andrea Sexton Martin Powell Daren Bane Kayleigh Penny Andrew Varney Corinna Ingram Molly Pownall Kathryn Chatfield 10 High Street Shirehampton Bristol, BS11 0DP Website: www.directlocalbristol.co.uk

Online Weekly Distribution: Direct Local Online reaches approximately 23,600 people across Bristol and surrounding areas via email and social media every week.

Disclaimer The opinions expressed in Direct Local do not necessarily reflect those of the editor, publisher or their agents. Whilst every reasonable care is taken to ensure the accuracy of information included within this publication, the publisher takes no responsibility for errors or omissions in Direct Local. The content of Direct Local is not to be reproduced in any form without permission of the publisher. Please pass to a friend, recycle or compost. All adverts designed by Direct Local are the property of Direct Local please contact us if you wish to reprint them in other publications as a small release fee Is applied. Use of adverts designed by us will need written permission first.

Back after a break due to Covid the annual BS9 Arts Trail is a free event, open to everyone, and takes place the weekend of the 18th and 19th June in many places across the BS9 post code. It’s become a well established part of the Arts calendar in Bristol. Offering a good mix of different venues with good bus routes and parking. Great for walking and cycling. It;s very close to the Downs and not far from Blaise Castle. About 90 artists exhibit in both group and individual venues throughout the BS9 areas of Westbury-on-Trym, Henleaze and Stoke Bishop. They attract a large number of visitors who love meeting and talking to the artists, viewing their work, and learning about all the processes involved. The best part is being able to purchase work at very affordable prices. Artists often have cards on sale too. Many venues offer refreshments raising money for a range of charities. Last year the event donated about £2000 to various good causes. You’ll be able to see every aspect of the creative arts: ceramics, painting, jewellery, sculpture, textiles, printmaking, mosaics, enamelling, photography and more.

Some of the artist include:

Aili Aili works in multiple and mixed media and her techniques are characterised by the strong use of colours

Debby Bird

Bristol Art For All

Debby is a full time artist and tutor and she creates wall images, sculpture, jewellery, prints and cards alongside lecturing and teaching.

Bristol Art For All, empower people to develop an art practice through creating friendly, supportive learning environments where people can play and experiment with art making.

Elizabeth Dymond Elizabeth is a textile artist telling stories through her collections. The People collection reflects changes in her professional networks as she moved careers to become an artist while the Urban Frost collection explores low sunlight and strong shadows..

For more information isit: www.bs9arts.co.uk5

Facts & Historical Events On This Day

June 9th is National Strawberry Rhubarb Pie June 12th is Red Rose Day as well as Day & Donald Duck Day. Loving Day. Today marks day 160 of the year, and we have 205 days left of the year. June 9 saw the introduction of one of the most famous cartoons of all time on TV, but it’s also been an important day in history for war, politics and space exploration. Did you know that on this day in 1934, Donald Duck came to public screens for the first time? His debut was in the film “The Wise Little Hen”. June 10th is known as Iced Tea Day and Ballpoint Pen Day. This day in history has a twisted tale to tell, one of witches, robberies and politics. Unravel the mystery by reading these top historical events that fell on June 10th. Did you know that on this day in 1935, Alcoholics Anonymous was founded? It was the day that Dr. Robert Smith, one of the co-founders, had his final alcoholic drink.

If today is your birthday or you simply wish to know more about June 12th, you’ll love our collection of events that all happened on this day, including facts about history, and what celebrity you share your birthday with. Did you know that on this day in 1965, the discovery of “blue galaxies” was announced? This supported the theory of the Big Bang Theory being the creation of the universe. June 13th is officially National Weed Your Garden Day and Sewing Machine Day. Did you know that on this day in 1983, NASA’s Pioneer 10 spacecraft became the first craft to exit the solar system? It was last heard from in 2003, 7.6 billion miles from Earth. June 14th is International Bath Day and Pop Goes The Weasel Day. Did you know that on this day in 1940, Auschwitz concentration camp started operation? The first arrivals were 728 Polish prisoners.

June 11th is known as National German Chocolate Cake Day & Corn On The Cob Day.

June 15th is known as Nature Photography Day and Smile Power Day.

Is June 11th an important day for you? If so you’re not alone! This day has been pretty important one throughout history, it’s a day full of interesting discoveries, movie releases and so much more.

Did you know that on this day in 1924, the 10 millionth car was manufactured by the Ford Motor Company? It was a Model T Ford and was driven across the US to promote the company.

Did you know that on this day in 1982, E.T. the Extra Terrestrial by Steven Spielberg was released? It became the highest-grossing film of all time and held this position for 11 years.

1994 The Lion King premiered, making a staggering £968.5 million at the Box Office!

Elite Beds .pdf

25/04/2022

10:23

www.elitebedsandmattressesdirect.co.uk

62/64 High Street, Shirehampton, BS11 0DJ

01172 338777

CMY

Friday 10th June

WHATS ON THIS WEEK

FUNK ADDICT Description: Funk Addict – A night of high quality funk music, for funk lovers, addicts, collectors and dancers – Brought to you by Streets of Soul who run the Bristol Northern Soul Club. This night is for those who like the funkier side.

Saturday 11h June Bristol Volksfest Description: This year we are proud to present, an eclectic mix of good music, good rides and good times. Ride with us and let’s get tropical. Bristol Volksfest

Sunday 12th June

Summer Nature Day 2022 Description: 20 year celebration! It’s 20 years since the campaign to save the land that is now the reserve was started. At the Summer Nature Day you can join in with fun, nature-inspired activities. Venue: Birches Farm There will be insect BS48 3RN identification, pond dipping, Bristol nature trail and more. There Venue: The Jam Jar Lounge will also be a working group Anyone can be an artist doing some tidying up and 4a The Old Malt House Description: If you always litter picking. Come and meet Little Ann Street wanted to learn some some of those who led the Bristol painting techniques and create campaign and hear about BS2 9EB an intuitive piece of artwork, how they saved the land and Chipping Sodbury Festival. but didn’t know where to start, wildlife that lives there! this in-person workshop is for Art Trail you! n this workshop you’ll Venue: Callington Road Description: This is a new learn: Nature Reserve event for the Festival this year. Make sure to have this * To create with paint washes Callington Rd, * Painting effects with various Brislington dates in your diary and take Bristol a wander around some local tools, like pallette knives, BS14 9AE venues where you’ll find local brushes, sponges and more * Colours - warms and cools artist and designer makers * How to build layers Lush Sunday Pop Up Shop showcasing their work. * How to change the direction Description: Showcasing some of your painting. Tickets: lovely small businesses at the Venue: Chipping Sodbury www.zsikepeter.com/basic-01 Forge, Bristol. High Street The lush Sunday Makers are: Venue: 37 Wellington Hill, @slow.south Truly Collins Bristol, @emmawarrendesign Description: Truly Collins BS7 8ST @beautieuk_ returns to Sand Bay, @paigemsz Celebrating the music of Phil SUBCULTURES @sashajanelingerie Collins & Genesis Description : A night of live @slowsunday.studio music, drinks, memories and @brionymachinceramics Venue: Sand Bay Holiday laughs, join us for another alt We cannot wait to see you ! Village rock evening with the amazing 67 Beach Rd sub cultures headlining! Venue: The Forge Kewstoke This is an 18+ event. Price is Colston Yard Weston-super-Mare BS22 9UR £5 in advance or £7 on the Colston St door BS1 5BD Bristol Venue: The Thunderbolt 124 Bath Road BS4 3ED Bristol

Monday 13th June

Tuesday 14th June

Wednesday 15th June

Symphonia Combined Orchestra Summer Concert’ Description:For Symphonia’s final performance of the academic year, our Symphony and Philharmonic Orchestras have joined forces to bring you a fantastic concert consisting of music both old and new. John Williams’ Superman March will be followed by the premiere of two student-composed pieces: “The Greatest Gift” by Symphonia Symphony’s own conductor Caleb Kernaghan, and the winner of our 2022 Composition Competition, “Let There Be Light” by Joshua Gatiss. Tickets here

MAMMA MIA! Description: Mamma Mia! Arrives at the bristol hippodrome for a three week run from 14th june until 2nd july 2022. Get tickets and performance schedule at https://prf.Hn/l/6z4edd7. Join us at Mamma Mia! And enjoy the ultimate feel-good factor at the world’s sunniest and most exhilarating smash-hit musical! Tickets here

Bristol Comedy Garden 2022 Description: The Southwest’s brightest comedy extravaganza returns to The Downs with a spectacular open-air tenth anniversary edition. Tickets: www.bristolcomedygarden. co.uk/tickets

Venue: All Saints’ Church 30 Clare St Bristol BS1 1YH Yoga for Beginners Description: This class is for anyone looking to start or revisit a yoga practice, building confidence in a studio environment. Gently working through fundamentals of a yogic practice including breath work, movement and meditation, presented in a way that is accessible and inclusive.

Venue: Bristol Hippodrome St Augustine’s Parade BS1 4UZ Bristol

Venue: The Downs Bristol BS9 1FG Shimmy Shapes Summer Description: Enjoy creative adventures with your child to spark their natural curiosity and to develop their own journey of exploration and discovery.

Daði Freyr - SWX Bristol Description: Daði Freyr, the breakout star of last year’s Venue: Bedminster Churches Eurovision, is back – with an Stanley St South BS3 3PG irresistible new song, another Bristol TikTok-ready dance routine and even more madcap ideas Thursday 9th June to get audiences behind the world’s biggest song contest Zenith @ The Source Trade and bring the trophy home to Show Bristol! Iceland for the first time Description: The Source is the South West’s biggest & Venue: SWX best trade show for anyone 15 Nelson St interested in food, drink, Bristol catering & hospitality. The BS1 2JY Source Roadshow at coming to Ashton Gate, Bristol on Hiss Golden Messenger Description: Whilst Hiss Gold- the 16th of June 2022. Come meet us there and see what en Messenger’s songwriting we and other businesses have is wistful and reflective it’s to offer also imbued with a sanguine radiance. The musical moniker Venue: Ashton Gate Stadium of M.C. Taylor, Hiss Golden Ashton Rd Messenger’s sound blends Bristol American folk and country BS3 2EJ traditions with rich soulful intonations.

Venue: Space 238 238 Stapleton Rd BS5 0NT Bristol ABC Open Day Description: Come share a cuppa, have a chat, and learn about all the incredible work that we’ve been doing. Venue: Fiddlers Bristol Willway Street Venue: Aid Box Community BS3 4BG 174b Cheltenham Rd, Bristol Montpelier BS6 5RE Bristol

THREE CHOIRS SUMMER CONCERT 2022

SATURDAY 11 JUNE 7.30pm KNOWLE METHODIST CHURCH REDCATCH ROAD BS4 2EP

Nightingale Valley Choir, Arnos Vocale and The Redcliffe Singers Directed by ANYA SZRETER Accompanist Richard Wadsworth Our wonderfully varied programme includes Gospel numbers, folksong arrangements, Musicals, Bach, Faure, and great jazz standards! Tickets £7.50 available at the door or in advance: anyafmsz@gmail.com

Saver s Mondapyrice

Reduced , all tickets day!

Welcome to Bristol Films & Performance Times: Week Commencing Friday 14th January

Friday 14th

Saturday 15th

Sunday 16th

Monday 17th

Cinema Opens: 4.25pm

Cinema Opens: 10.15am

Cinema Opens: 11.45am

Cinema Opens: 4.25pm

Scream (18) (2hrs.20m) 5.10, 8.00

Licorice Pizza (15) (2hrs.35m) 4.40, 7.45

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

The Electrical Life of Louis Wain (12A) (2hrs.10m) 4.50

West Side Story (12A) (3hrs.) 1.00

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

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

High Frame Rate

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

3D performance

covid policies change Tuesday 21st from 10th december

Cinema Opens: 12.15pm

The policies and procedures surrounding Covid-Secure guidance changes from Friday 10th December. Click here to read our updated procedures, as we continue to manage the situation in a steady, safer manner.

Autism Friendly Show

The Electrical Life of Louis Wain (12A) (2hrs.10m) 4.50 Spider-Man: No Way Home (12A) (2hrs.30m) 7.30

Subtitled Show

No Free Tickets

You no longer need to check-in or leave your details.

Physical distancing guidelines will still apply in the cinema.

Enhanced cleaning and hygiene is here to stay.

All venues will have QR posters should you wish to check-in, and you can continue to leave your details when you book online if you would like to.

Although all rows of seats will now be in use, there will still be a 1seat gap between you and anyone else, so no need to share an arm rest with anyone just yet.

More cleaning time is being left between shows, and our enhanced cleaning regime will be in place permanently. Please continue to use the hand sanitiser provided.

This weeks BBFC advice for 12A rated lms

ScottCinemas

ScottCinemasUK

Cinema doors open daily 15 minutes before the first performance of the day and opening times can be found above. The Box Office for the days performances closes 15 minutes after the last film of the evening has commenced.

www.scottcinemas.co.uk

Our App is available for Android and iOS from App Stores now

Subscribe to Bristol Weekly Magazine at www.directlocalbristol/bristolonline

A WTW-SCOTT CINEMAS GROUP VENUE

You can take your mask off to eat & drink when seated in the auditorium but must replace if you are not actively eating or drinking.

Cinema Information

The Electrical Life of Louis Wain contains infrequent strong language. Spider-Man: No Way Home contains moderate violence, threat. West Side Story contains moderate violence, discrimination, sexual threat, implied strong language.

12UKScottCinemas

Face coverings are mandatory for people of the age of 11, unless exempt.

THE CINEMA REVIEW MOVIE REVIEW

The Bob’s Burgers Movie

he Bob’s Burgers Movie” is an animated, big-screen, musical comedy-mystery-adventure based on the long-running Emmy®-winning series. The story begins when a ruptured water main creates an enormous sinkhole right in front of Bob’s Burgers, blocking the entrance indefinitely and ruining the Belchers’ plans for a successful summer. While Bob and Linda struggle to keep the business afloat, the kids try to solve a mystery that could save their family’s restaurant. As the dangers mount, these underdogs help each other find hope and fight to get back behind the counter, where they belong.

Good Luck To You, Leo

Nancy Stokes (Emma Thompson), a retired schoolteacher and widow, is yearning for some adventure, some human connection, and some sex. Good sex. Whilst her husband Robert provided a home, a family, and something resembling a life, good sex was never on offer. But he’s gone now, and Nancy has a plan: she will find adventure with a sex worker named Leo Grande (Daryl McCormack). In an anonymous hotel room Nancy greets Leo. He looks every bit as good as his picture, but what Nancy wasn’t expecting was conversation as well as fornication. Leo has a view on everything, and though he may not always tell the truth, Nancy finds she likes him. And he likes her. With growing sexual confidence, Nancy starts to relax. Over the course of three rendezvous, the power dynamics shift and their well-worn masks begin to slip. Sign up to our newsletter https://scottcinemas.co.uk/newsletter 13

Subscribe to Bristol Weekly Magazine at www.directlocalbristol/bristolonline

Nature Photography Day

15th June

The natural world is full of so much gorgeous beauty and wonder, and it is important for us to embrace it as much as possible. We can experience so much breathtaking scenery in nature, and it is important to make sure you make the most of this. The world of nature is one that exists alongside our own, and it is important that we love and respect it, and the best way of doing this is to try to understand and admire the beauty of nature as much as possible. Many people have hobbies and interests that involve the natural world in some way One of the best ways of being able to admire and experience the supreme magnificence of the natural world is to capture it on camera. There is a reason why people take cameras when they go on nature walks. Nature is so awe-inspiring and unique that we often only get fleeting moments that pass as quickly as they happen. And it is so important to try to capture these moments, as many of them are things we may never see or experience again. Have you ever enjoyed a photo of a flower? Or a close up of a bee landing on the entrance to its hive? Have you marveled at the grace of a rabbit leaping through the a field, or the lumbering majesty of a elephant as it feeds from the highest trees or draws water from a watering hole?

If so, you know what it is to marvel at the natural world around us. Nature Photography Day celebrates those amazing souls who are able to capture nature’s beauty in the eye of a camera. Capturing these seminal moments is so important for allowing you to take in the beauty of the natural world, and preserve the amazing power of nature for years to come. So, let’s take a look at Nature Photography Day, what you need to know, and how you can go about celebrating this amazing global event. History of Nature Photography Day The North American Nature Photography Association (NANPA) was formed in 1994 by well over 100 nature photography enthusiasts. The members of this organization were deeply invested in the future of this art form, and ensuring that those who practice it are taking proper steps to protect the subject of their photography through environmental conservation and awareness. Through their efforts they ensure that access to public land continues to exist for nature photographers. The first step in truly appreciating the beauty that is nature Photography is getting out into your local woodlands, fields or gardens with your camera and finding beautiful things to photograph.

To encourage amateur photographers to participate there is local competitions in camera clubs around Bristol and the South West held with prizes.

If you really want to make sure you get the best possible outcome from your nature photography, one of the best things you can do is to book something like a trip to the zoo or nature reserve. This kind of thing is There are limitless possibilities in nature going to set you up for success and give you photography, ranging from standard access to some of the most incredible and photography to macro photography to capture unique wildlife and nature in thecommunity. all the smallest details of the natural world we You might even look at booking a trip like this live in. In fact, with every passing year there to is more and more technology developed that coincide with Nature Photography Day in allows people to get closer and even more order to really maximize what this day has to personal with the natural world, and the offer, and how much you can enjoy it. animals that inhabit it. Making sure you have all the best equipment and gear to help you Try to get out of the house and make the enjoy and celebrate this day properly is so most of the wildlife around you. Take your essential, and you need to ensure you make camera to the park, head into the garden, the most of this moving forward. experience nature from a different viewpoint. This is a great way of getting up close and How to celebrate Nature Photography Day personal with the nature, and there are so Obviously, the first step to celebrating many things that can play a major part in this. Photography Day is getting out with your So, you are going to need to make the most camera or mobile phone. You can’t take of everything that comes with it. pictures of nature without being out in it, and who doesn’t need a walk every now and Nature photography is a beautiful art that then? Visit your local park and discover the really brings us closer to the world we live in, beauty held in such a natural setting, or take and the view through the camera’s lens helps a look in your garden for the little-hidden us capture it every day. So use Nature world of insects and flowers. Nature can be Photography Day as your excuse to get out found everywhere, even in the cracks in the and take a closer look at it than you have sidewalks! In fact, you could even take this before, and then capture it for the memories. one step further, and try to snap one picture every single day for a year of the natural world. Challenge yourself. 15

Murder at The Campus Wednesday 15 June Have you ever read a crime story or watched a detective series on TV and thought that something wasn't quite right? Did that DNA result come back a bit too quickly? Are they the correct symptoms of arsenic poisoning? How come the hero didn't get concussion from that blow to the head? Join author Brian Price at The Campus in Weston-super-Mare at 7pm on Wednesday 15 June to find out how to get the science of crime novels right. Brian is a chemist and a biologist, but turned his hand to crime writing after visiting Crimefest in Bristol in 2016. He has used his scientific knowledge in helping authors get the science in their books correct, first on the website www.crimewriterscience. co.uk and then in his book Crime Writing: How to write the science. Brian is writing a series of crime novels featuring DC Mel Cotton. Fatal Trade was followed by Fatal Hate in April, with the next instalment, Fatal Dose, due soon. Fatal Hate is the subject of a competition, and you can find out more on Brian’s website at: www.brianpriceauthor.co.uk/. Brian will be talking at The Campus Library about the science of crime, how it's easy to get things wrong, and how to get it right. He will also discuss his own writing and why he became a novelist and will have copies of his books available for sale. Tickets are free and are available from http://n-somersetlibraries.eventbrite.com/ or

selling homes in your area HENLEAZE

Sales - 0117 2130777 | henleaze@goodmanlilley.co.uk

ETLE LAGERTEEDASLGA REED

PORTISHEAD

Sales - 01275 430440 | sales@goodmanlilley.co.uk

The Indepen

& Land Agents

Lettings: 01275 2990 lilley.co.uk @goodman 10 • lettin gs@

299010 • lettings A6 Flyers.in

SHIREHAMPTON

dent Sales, Lettings

& Land Agents t Sales, Lettings

The Independen

Lettings: 01275

dd 3

A6 Flyers.indd

goodman

18/09/2018

lilley.co.uk

13:23

18/09/20

18 13:23

Sales - 0117 2130333 | shire@goodmanlilley.co.uk

lettings Lettings - 01275 299010 | 0117 2990101 lettings@goodmanlilley.co.uk

Henleaze • Shirehampton • Portishead Shirehampton_back page.indd 1

24/01/2019 11:54

The big diabetes week dog walk this June (13-19), invite your friends, family, neighbours and pets and join us for the first ever Big Diabetes Week Dog Walk!

You might decide to go for a solo stroll, a family-friendly weekend wander, organise a walk around a local park, or go for a more ambitious trek with friends.

Everyone can get involved, whether your human or canine but dogs are obviously welcome.

With this in mind we have put together some of the best places to take your beloved K9 friend and support Diabetic week.

3 Great place to walk your K9 friend

1. Blaise Castle Estate

Blaise Castle Estate is extremely popular with families, thanks to facilities such as refreshments, museum, buggy-friendly paths, epic children's play area and toilets. The first things you see when you leave the Kings Weston (free) car park are a huge grassy play area and hillock hiding a folly castle. Pathways lead past the impressive stately home and museum, through a wooded gorge that is ideal for stick hunting to a babbling brook – perfect for dogs and welly-wearers to splash in. If dog walking with a bit of mythical history thrown in is your thing, the fabled story of the Bristol Giants, Goram and Ghyston, tells how Bristol’s landscape was shaped. The myth alludes to landmarks which exist today, visit them for yourself – Goram’s Chair, Gorge and ‘tantrum’ footprint all lie in the grounds of Blaise Castle Estate. Address: Kings Weston Rd, Bristol BS10 7QS

2. Conham River Park Conham River Park is a short walk but there’s plenty of extras to make this a lovely day out - lots of different paths, picnic benches and even bat caves. Part of the River Avon Trail (which starts in Pill and goes all the way to Pulteney Bridge in Bath), you can walk for as long or little as your like along the river – onto Trooper’s Hill or the lovely Hanham Lock is about an hour’s walk away. Not far from Conham River car park, you can catch a ferry across to Beese’s Tea Gardens (open seasonally, so check before you visit). They do a mean Sunday Roast and have a beer garden which is perfectly lovely in summer. Alternatively catch a boat to Beese’s from either Brunel’s SS Great Britain, Watershed or Welsh Back – Bristol Ferry Boats welcome well-behaved dogs on a lead and Bristol Packet Boat Trips are canine-friendly for some trips – just call beforehand to check. Address: 53 Conham Hill, Bristol BS15 3AW

3. Westonbirt Arboretum Prepare to be amazed by the English countryside with a visit to one of the finest collections of trees and shrubs in the world, Westonbirt, The National Arboretum. Whatever the season, exploring its magical grounds will delight doggies and owners alike. Go in autumn when trees blaze with fiery colours and delicious natural aromas scent the air or stunning candy-coloured blooms and bluebell carpets in spring. A short drive from Bristol, Westonbirt Arboretum’s dog-friendly Silk Wood takes up two thirds of the arboretum’s six hundred acres of trees (only the Old Arboretum is a dog-free zone), and has levels of accessibility to suit a range of visitors. Dog bins and poo bags are available on-site and doggy water is available at the restaurant. Address: Westonbirt, Tetbury GL8 8QS

FINDING AND FUNDING AN HMO One of the biggest challenges most investors face is a lack of quality deals, so it is important to know what you are looking for when it comes to investing in HMOs and where you should be looking for it. Once you know this, you can then decide if it is going to be a good investment… or not! Let’s start with where to look: It’s important to note that there are always exceptions to the rule – we have some very profitable HMOs in areas that we were advised wouldn’t work. Remember that each area is different, and we highly suggest spending time meeting & learning from HMO investors in your area as to what works and what doesn’t. When looking for HMOs, it is important to focus on what type of HMO you are looking to create, as different areas suit different Tenant Types. Some obvious examples include putting a student HMO a long way away from a university or a working professional HMO in a tiny village with little employment. With this in mind, we then go back to property fundamentals and appropriately balance the seesaw of:

• Tenant Demand • Local amenities • Local employers • Transport Links • HMO Feasibility • Property Prices • Property Layouts/Characteristics • HMO Saturation in the area In our experience, while none of the above should be neglected, tenant demand is the most important factor. If you are going to have large voids with your HMO, it is not going to be a good investment. There are different ways to test this: speak with local agents and talk through similar properties that they manage; look on Spareroom at rooms wanted vs rooms available in the desired area; speak with othr investors and ask how they are finding the market; join & track the local Rooms/Houses for rent Facebook Groups in your area and track properties on Rightmove/Zoopla to see when they are posted and when they become let agreed over several months. There are lots of creative ways to test demand and the list above is not exhaustive!.

w w w. k p a . c o . u k

What are you looking for?

Finance & Funding:

Once you know where you are going to look, the next step is what type of properties in that area will make good HMOs.

After you’ve bought and refurbed your HMO, you are going to want to re-finance it.

The key factors here are going to be: • • • • •

The number of rooms you can create The layout of the building as it is Can you extend into the loft Can you extend out the back or on the side Waste pipes & soil stacks that are already in place

A new HMO investor may wish to stay below the Sui Generis Planning threshold and go for a 4-6 person HMO, as planning permission provides another layer of risk. Generally, 6 person HMOs are more profitable than 4 person ones.

Traditional financing of an HMO is very similar to a standard buy to let, you are valuing the property based upon its bricks & mortar value and are able to re-mortgage after you have added value through renovation, to release some/all of your invested capital. This is the classic BRR model. What makes HMOs different to standard BTLs is that with the larger properties (7+ person HMOs) you can value them commercially via a yield multiplier on the income they create. A select group of lenders will also allow you to do this with smaller HMOs but you have to jump through many hoops to achieve this.

When looking at number of rooms remember that although the minimum size of a room is 6.51sqm, this is very small. So, we would suggest making sure all rooms are doubles and ideally over 8sqm as a minimum. Whether to go for all en-suite rooms is another topic all together – often with divided opinion. Our thoughts are that this is market and area dependent. Communal spaces are also very important, do not neglect them, as tenants who feel part of a community will be happier and increasing your tenant retention. When you know where you are looking and what you are looking for, you can create your “cookie-cutter” – aiming to find a property type, in a certain area, that you know works, so you can rinse and repeat.

This is what makes HMO investments very appealing because you can value them beyond their bricks valuation, leveraging them higher and releasing more capital after re-finance. It’s important to add here, that anytime you increase leverage, you increase risk, especially when going above the bricks’ value, so this is not something to jump into without careful consideration and detailed analysis. To learn your area’s yield multiplier, you need to speak with a commercial surveyor and to understand what lending is available to you, you need a good mortgage broker – both are vital parts of the jigsaw if this is the route you would like to take. Now you know where you are looking, what type of property to look for and your options upon re-finance you should be able to start looking for HMOs. When it comes to sourcing methods, more is always better than less: agents, networking, HMO database, auctions, flyers, direct to vendor campaigns etc. etc. the more shots you take at goal the higher your chance of scoring! 21

What is legionella?

Legionella This guide explains, in general terms, what legionella is and outlines some of the simple precautions you can take to control those risks. What is legionella? Legionella is bacteria commonly found in natural water courses such as rivers and ponds. Since legionella bacteria are widespread in the environment, they may contaminate and grow in other water systems such as cooling towers and hot and cold water services. They survive low temperatures and can live and multiply in water temperatures between 20oC and 45oC, particularly if there is stagnant water and a supply of nutrients present such as rust, sludge, scale, algae and other bacteria. High temperatures of 60oC and over will kill them. Legionella bacteria can cause a form of pneumonia called Legionnaires’ disease, as well as other less serious illnesses. How do people get Legionnaires’ disease? People catch Legionnaires' disease by breathing in air containing the bacteria. The bacteria is present in an aerosol that might not even be visible. These aerosols can be formed from fine droplets produced by running a tap or shower, or flushing a toilet. You can’t get Legionnaires’ disease from drinking water and it can’t be passed from one person to another. 22

What are the symptoms? Everyone is potentially vulnerable to infection but some people are at higher risk. Those at higher risk include smokers and heavy drinkers, and people over 45 years of age, suffering from chronic respiratory or kidney disease or a weakened immune system. The symptoms are similar to those of flu, i.e. high temperature, fever and chills, cough, muscle pains and headache. In severe cases, there may also be pneumonia and, occasionally, diarrhoea, as well as signs of mental confusion. Not everyone who comes into contact with legionella bacteria becomes ill. If you suspect that you or someone in your home has contracted Legionnaires’ disease, you should contact your doctor as soon as possible. If your GP diagnoses Legionnaires’ disease, contact us immediately so that water analysis and any necessary treatment of your water system can take place. How to reduce the risk of legionella in your home The likelihood of legionella in your home is very low. Most households don’t store too much water and they use water regularly so it’s not standing still in pipes and tanks. There are some simple steps you can take to help prevent the bacteria growing rapidly:

Keep your hot water cylinder thermostat set at 60oC as water at this temperature will kill any legionella bacteria. Warning: Be aware that water at this temperature may cause scalding.

You can then run it faster. When you’re running the shower, you should hold the shower head directly over the plug hole. Run garden hoses for one minute before you use them.

Keep all shower heads and hoses free from a build-up of lime scale, mould or algae growth by de-scaling every three months - or more frequently if the shower hose shows signs of blocking. Use any domestic de-scaling solution that you can buy from hardware shops (the same as you would for your iron or kettle). After de- scaling, flush the shower thoroughly and soak the shower head and/or hose in bleach, which helps sterilise and kill any bacteria.

Keep water butts clean and don’t use them to supply a pumped device. Make sure that lids on water tanks are tight-fitting to prevent contamination, and check that the tank insulation is properly in place.

Clean the taps in your bath, basin and sink regularly, including any spray inserts, by brushing the scale off with a nylon brush and/or wiping them with a domestic descaling solution (the same as the one used for shower heads). If you go on holiday or leave your property for a week or more, when you come back, flush toilets (with the lid down) and run all taps and showers continuously for approximately two minutes to flush out any bacteria. You should run the water slowly to start with to avoid spray.

Report any deposits such as rust or any unusual matter flowing from your taps. If you have an assured, secure or fixed term tenancy with us, let us know if the hot water is not heating properly or if there are any other problems with the system. For more information on llegionella diseaseand how to prevent it visit https:// www.jackrey.co.uk/services/legionella-risk-assessments/

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATES

JackRey Services offer expert and impartial energy advice to customers in Bristol, Bath and Weston-super-Mare. Get in touch with us today! 23

Leading the way on delivering new affordable homes in South Gloucestershire

South Gloucestershire saw the completion of another major boost in new affordable homes over the past year, building on strong performances over the past several years and helping to provide a range of housing options to suit the needs of young and older residents alike. In 2021/22, 562 new affordable homes were completed in the district, of which 282 were for social rent, 56 for affordable rent and 224 were for shared ownership.

Fifty of the new homes were specially designed for older people as part of a new mixed-tenure ExtraCare scheme in Lyde Green, where some residents own and some rent their home. This development also provided new facilities, such as a restaurant and hair salon, which the wider community are able to use.

Councillor Steve Reade, cabinet member with responsibility for new housing at South Gloucestershire Council, said: “Having a safe and secure, affordable home is a This continues the strong track record of fundamental need for everyone at every affordable housing delivery in the district, with stage in life, which is why we are so pleased South Gloucestershire regularly seeing more that we are continuing to deliver significant than 40 per cent of all new affordable homes numbers of new affordable homes to suit in the West of England region built each year, people’s needs here in South as a result of the council’s effective Gloucestershire. partnership working with our housing association partners and developers. “Our approach, working with housing associations as well as developers, is Since 2018 South Gloucestershire has delivering as part of our plan-led efforts to delivered 1,189 and the impressive total encourage the sustainable growth that delivered last year has come despite the people in our communities want to see. impact on the building industry of the pandemic. The majority of the new affordable “We know that South Gloucestershire needs homes were new build and were provided more homes, but we also know that we need across South Gloucestershire on a range of the right sort of homes, in the right places, to different sites and locations, and in a range rent and to buy; for shared ownership; and to of housing types from one to five-bedroomed help support people as their needs change homes and flats. as they get older. Three of the homes formed part of a supported housing scheme under the Next Steps Accommodation programme, working across council borders with Bristol City Council and with Elim Housing Association, and form part of our wider pipeline to provide specialist and supported housing options for different client groups. 24

“South Gloucestershire is doing its part and leading the way in the way in the region in ensuring we have a healthy mix of new homes for all generations.”

Damp Proofing Radion Mitigation Condensation Control Structual Masonary Repair Timber Treatment & Repair Structural & Basement Waterproofing

Tel: 0117 322 6005 www.protenservices.co.uk

Jos and Andrew report on: Summer Nature Day Cost of living crisis

Summer Nature Day: It’s Summer Nature Day at Callington Road Nature Reserve this Sunday 12th June, from 12 till 4pm. The Friends Group will have an information board by the pond. There will be lots of fun activities during the day including an insect identification activity, a Nature Treasure Hunt, hopefully with some stickers as prizes for all the children who find all the items in the trail, a bird quiz, again with stickers as prizes, and a guest appearance by two local tortoises! If you fancy taking part in a bit of light maintenance work, we will have loppers for some cutting back of trailing or trip-hazard brambles. (We won't do anything substantial due to nesting season) and some litter picking opportunities. Hope to see you there. Fingers crossed for decent weather: Click here to go to Facebook page Greater Brislington Together CIL meetings: There will be two GBT meetings this year to discuss the Community Infrastructure Levy bids for both Brislington West and East, one online and one in person. The online zoom meeting is on Wednesday 15 June, from 7 to 8.30pm: 26

Join Zoom Meeting

Meeting ID: 917 8347 8976 (No passcode required) The face to face meeting will be on Thursday 16 June at St. Peter’s Methodist church, Allison Road from 7 to 8.30pm. Hope to see as many people as possible at either of the meetings so we can choose the priorities for our area. Festival of Nature: This year's Festival of Nature takes place from Friday 10 to Saturday 18 June. There are a range of events taking place across the Bristol & Bath area, including many in Parks & Green Spaces. Full details here Funding opportunity for environmental projects:

There will also be an update on the recent review of resident engagement and discussing how residents can get involved in helping to shape future plans. If you would like to attend a forum, you can book a place using the attached links. Following registration, further details will be sent to confirm your booking and provide the Zoom link/ dial in number to join the meeting: Citywide online Housing Forum, Monday 20 June 2022, 6pm – 8pm. Book a place online here. Citywide online Housing Forum, Wednesday 22 June 2022, 1pm – 3pm. Book a place online here Cost of living crisis:

If you are planning on doing something in your local green space that will support ecology or take action against climate change then there is an opportunity to apply for funding. The grant, for community groups and small non-profits, aims to help reach the goals of the One City Climate and Ecological Emergency Strategies. Groups can apply for grants of up to £5000 to fund projects that reduce carbon emissions or benefit wildlife in Bristol. Applications for the first call are open from now until 23 June. There will be a second call in the Autumn. More information is on the council’s and Quartet’s websites: Quartets website Bristol City Council website Summer housing forum for council tenants: The next round of Housing Forums for council tenants and leaseholders is taking place online in June. For the Summer 2022 meetings residents are being invited to come along and hear some timely top tips from the Centre for Sustainable Energy (CSE) on how to reduce energy bills and save money. Residents will also be able to find out more about the types of support available to them if they are worried about the effect of the national price hike.

Bristol households being hit the hardest by the cost-of-living crisis will receive support with UK Government funding. The Household Support Fund will support both low-income families and pensioners who are struggling with food and energy bills. Low-income pensioners who are on the council tax reduction scheme will receive a top-up payment to the £150 rebate, and the rest of the fund will meet the urgent needs of families during the school holidays who qualify for free school meals. There is no application process for the Household Support Fund and the council will contact you directly if you’re eligible. If you are not eligible and need financial support or advice please visit: https://www.bristol.gov.uk/benefits-financial-help Full details on the Household Support Fund can be found here: https://www.bristol.gov. uk/benefits-financial-help/household-support-fund Hundreds of Brislington West residents have signed up to receive our monthly newsletter via email. You can register using this link: http://www.bristollibdems.org/efocus. By Jos Clark, Liberal Democrat Councillor (Brislington West) Email: cllr.jos.clark@bristol.gov.uk Mobile: 07584 370429 & Andrew Varney, Liberal Democrat Councillor (Brislington West) Email: cllr.andrew.varney@bristol.gov.uk Mobile: 07584 183381 27

St Nick’s pop-up museum opens

Bristol’s famous St Nick’s Market will open its doors to a new museum to showcase some of the market’s rich history. From its early beginnings to the present mix of gifts, fashion and food, the market’s Story Shop museum includes memories of the flower market, the fruit market and music nights at The Exchange. Visitors will have the opportunity to get involved in activities including printing workshops and guided tours to help paint a picture of the changes and life at the market over the last 280 years. To help build on the collection, working in collaboration with visitors, the museum is inviting people to come along and share their own experiences and memories of the market to add to the display.

Established in 1743, St Nick’s is now home to the largest collection of independent retailers in Bristol. The historic indoor and outdoor markets house over 60 stalls, selling a range of unique gifts, quality crafts, clothing and fashion, accessories, books, records and food. Councillor Craig Cheney, Deputy Mayor and Cabinet member for Finance, Governance and Performance, said: “We are delighted to be able to celebrate the rich and vibrant history of St Nick’s market. The new museum is a window into the past reflecting the continued success of Bristol’s much-loved market in the present. “St Nick’s is a great place for all the family. There’s something there for everyone whether you want to shop, eat and drink or just soak up the atmosphere and enjoy its history.”

The museum will be located opposite Treasure Island Sweets within the Covered Market, open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from 11am to 4pm. Further information will be shared on the St Nicholas Markets website, @stnicksmarket on Instagram, @stnicksmarket on Twitter and @stnicholasmarket on Facebook. Located just off Corn Street, in the heart of the Old City, St Nick’s Market is a great place to shop, eat and drink or just soak up the atmosphere. Open Monday to Saturday from 9.30am to 5pm, St Nick’s Market has something for everyone.

BABY JOY FOR LIZZI AND EMMA Pride Month: “There is a need to spread awareness that people of our sexuality can have a family. Twenty years ago what we’ve just done would not have been possible for a same-sex couple” Issued with photos: Lizzi (left) and Emma at their wedding; Emma (left) and Lizzi with new-born baby Margo; Baby Margo When Cirencester couple Lizzi and Emma Watkins wed in February 2020 after living together for two years they had already decided they wanted a baby and taken the first steps towards achieving their dream. The recent arrival of their daughter Margo on 14 May, has inspired them to share their story during Pride month because, according to Emma: “there is a need to spread awareness that people of our sexuality can have a family, and with the end result we’re celebrating it’s honestly all so worth it: just the best thing ever.” Emma said she had not necessarily envisaged being a parent, but Lizzi always had, and their fertility journey began in January 2020 with one of the free consultations which are routinely offered during Open Evenings at Bristol Centre for Reproductive Medicine (BCRM), where Lizzi’s aunt Corinna Gibbons happens to work as manager of the embryology laboratory.

“We had two unsuccessful goes with IUI – it doesn’t work for everyone – and then decided to go for a two-cycle package of IVF treatment,” said Emma, 37, who is a business sales and marketing manager. “Lizzi had 10 eggs removed which resulted in six embryos being created, of which four were considered suitable for freezing and using. “Sadly, the first cycle ended in a miscarriage at six weeks, but one month later Lizzi was pregnant with Margo, and we were thrilled. “Our baby was delivered nearly four weeks early because Lizzi developed pre-eclampsia, which is dangerous to both mother and baby, but she weighed in at a healthy 5lb 13oz even though she had to be born before her due date, and she is just perfect. “We are loving being mums, and since we have two more frozen embryos, we are hoping to produce a little brother or sister for Margo in due course. “To any other same-sex couples currently considering their options regarding starting a family, we would say: do your research and choose a fertility clinic which clearly demonstrates a commitment to helping families like ours and has a good track record. “There are many problems in today’s world, but 20 years ago what we’ve just done would not have been possible for a same-sex couple, so we’re feeling very grateful to be living in 2022 and to be able to become a family in the way we’ve done.”

“The open evening was very informative, providing us with everything we needed to know about the investigations and treatment available, plus pricing plans and details about procedures. And everyone was so welcomBCRM treats heterosexual couples, same ing, with a really nice atmosphere – just sex couples and single women, and can help lovely really,” said Emma. with male as well as female fertility issues. The clinic has some of the best success rates Initially the pair had hoped that Lizzi, 33, a in the country for IVF and the team is para planner for a firm of financial advisors, well-known throughout the fertility industry would carry an embryo created using one for the dedicated care and support they of Emma’s eggs, but investigations revealed provide to patients throughout their whole that Emma’s ovarian reserve was low, so fertility journey and treatment. they opted instead for Lizzi to try intrauterine insemination (IUI) - a fertility treatment that involves directly inserting sperm into a woman's womb. 30

8 Effective Ways to Keep a Woman Happy It is one thing to have the woman of your dreams, but it’s another thing to keep them happy in your relationship. You don’t have to spend a lot of money to buy her the most expensive things, what’s more, important is the sincerity you have when giving her something. It will not be easy keeping your significant other happy, but the rewards are worth it in the end.

4. Compliment her

1. Listen to her

Being respectful to your partner is one of the key factors to make her happy and also your relationship. Respecting her opinion on things or situations can lead to less argument in your relationship.

Most of the time, we tend to forget that listening to her is one of the most important things you could ever do to her. Passive listening is not enough, make sure to listen attentively when she’s sharing something. That way, it’ll make her feel that you really care about what she’s talking about.

Women really take an effort to try to look nice, so complimenting them when they least expect it could make their heart flutter. Do not be ashamed of giving compliments to your partner. People talk publicly about the things that they really value. She will love you more for that.

5. Respect her

6. Be nice to her family and friends

Getting along nicely with her family and friends shows how serious you are with your Arguments are inevitable in a relationship, but relationship with her. This will not make her always remember to be sensitive to the things worry for you are on good terms with them. you say to your partner. It will not only hurt her, but it can also lead to a much greater 7. Encourage and support her problem in your relationship. Becoming her cheerleader when she plans to do things makes her feel more driven to do 3. Keep your promises the things she wants. Knowing that someone When promising something to your is there to support her all the way keeps her partner, try your best to keep them as much delighted and motivated. as possible. That way, you can be worthy of your partner’s trust. 8. Make her feel secure

2. Be sensitive

Protecting your partner from people who hurt her is a big thing. Make her feel that you are there for her whenever she feels sad and alone.

Red, white & Blueberries trifles Ingredients

Method

135g Pack raspberry jelly, torn into cubes

Make up the jelly according to the pack instructions, replacing 50ml of the cold water with 50ml of the summer cup

100ml Summer cup 100g Blueberries 125g Raspberries

Divide between four clean jars or serving glasses and chill in the fridge for 4 hours, or until set

garnish

Put the berries, mint and remaining summer cup in a bowl and leave to marinate, stirring occasionally

100ml Double cream

Whip the cream to stiff peaks, then stir in the

100ml 0% fat Greek style natural yogurt

yogurt until smooth To assemble the trifles, put a few cubes of cake on top of each jelly, then spoon over the marinated berries and juices

5g mint, shredded, plus extra leaves to

150g madeira cake, cut into cubes 1 Meringue nest, crumbled

Top with a couple of spoonfuls of the cream If serving immediately, crumble over the meringue and garnish with the extra mint If packing for a picnic, put the meringue and mint in a separate container and top the trifles just before serving

INKS & TONERS PRINTING SCANNING COPYING FREE HOME DELIVERY (BRISTOL AREA) VISIT WWW.WESTBURYINKS.CO.UK WESTBURY ON TRYM 0117 3292788 HENLEAZE 0117 9732323

in partnership with North Somerset Council

Rarebit-stuffed mushrooms Ingredients

Remove and finely chop the mushroom stalks, then set aside

6 Large chestnut mushrooms 100g Cocktail tomatoes on the vine

Put the de-stalked mushrooms and cherry

60g Grated mature Cheddar

tomatoes on a baking tray

2 Free range egg yolks 1 tbsp stout 1 tsp English mustard 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce ½ red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped 50g Wild rocket Handful flat leaf parsley, chopped 1 tbsp Glaze with balsamic vinegar of

Mix together the cheese, mushroom stalks, egg yolks, stout, mustard, Worcestershire sauce and half the chilli, if using Season with black pepper, then spoon into the mushrooms

Modena

Scatter over the remaining chilli and bake

Method

mins, or until the topping is golden

Preheat the oven to 200°C/fan 180°C/gas 6

in the oven, along with the tomatoes, for 20

Serve the mushrooms and tomatoes on a bed of rocket, with the parsley scattered over

Wipe any dirt off the mushrooms with damp kitchen paper 36

and a drizzle of balsamic glaze

From

Garolla garage doors are expertly made to measure in our own UK factories, they’re strong and solidly built. The electric Garolla door rolls up vertically, taking up only 8 inches inside your garage, maximising valuable space. Our expert local installers will fit your new door and they’ll take away the old one too, so there’s no mess.

£895

Give us a call today and we’ll come and measure up FREE of charge.

for a fully fitted electric garage door. WAS £1,354 INCLUDING VAT.

CALL US TODAY ON:

0117 369 0177 MOBILE:

07537 149 128 *Offer valid for openings up to 2.4m wide & including 2 remote controls, 55mm white slats, internal manual override.

House, Garden, Office Clearance Plus All Your Other Waste Removal On Average cheaper than a skip.

Tel: 07592 506 003 1/4 Load £99 Half Load £149 3/4 Load £199 Full Load £249

www.junkmonsters.co.uk

TRAINING l SERVICE l SALES l HIRE

Bristol's Largest Independent Construction Health & Safety Training Centre               

CITB Health & Safety Awareness CITB SSSTS and Refreshers CITB SMSTS and Refreshers First Aid Face Fit Testing IPAF PASMA Forklift Manual Handling Asbestos Awareness Abrasive Wheels Working at Height Scaffold Inspection Ladder & Steps and more...

0117 967 0811 info@davisaccess.co.uk | www.davisaccess.co.uk

Unit 4, Bakers Park, Cater Road, Bishopsworth, Bristol, BS13 7TT

Avon & Somerset Police Top The Charts

Avon and Somerset Police have been recognised nationally for the timeliness of answering 999 calls, with an average answer time of just 6.1 seconds.

The 999 Performance Data shows the total number of 999 calls received by each organisation on a monthly basis and how they perform against the Home Office’s target of 10 seconds. This is the first time figures of this sort have been released to the public.

Head of Command and Control, Becky Tipper, added: “It has been a challenging year with increased 999 demand. The entire control room team have worked extremely hard to ensure we are there for those who call us as quickly as possible.

“999 must be prioritised for those who are in an emergency where life is at risk or offenders are on the scene. For nonemergencies, reports can be made online via our website reporting forms. The website Avon and Somerset Police topped the tables, can be accessed 24/7 and is an effective taking 22,767 calls in a six month period, with alternative to calling. There is also our 101 for 15,434 of them being answered in under five anyone wishing to report non-urgent matters. seconds, and 5,274 answered in five to 10 seconds. “During busier demand periods, there is a call-back option on the 101 non-emergency Chief Constable, Sarah Crew, said: “I want to line, which results in the caller retaining their congratulate the control room for coming first place in the queue but not being required to nationally for speed in answering 999 calls. stay on the line. By doing this you are helping Having a fast response time to answering us to free up our call handlers to deal with 999 calls is vital, especially when the caller is emergency incidents on 999 and will be in distress or the emergency is ongoing. supporting us in saving lives.” “Being able to reassure members of the public that we can answer their call quickly after they dial 999 is a great service and I could not be prouder of our contact centre provision for supporting callers during, what could be, a terrible time.”

PCC Mark Shelford said: “Calling 999 can literally be a matter of life and death so I am delighted that Avon and Somerset Police has been identified as a high performing force. It has been a challenging few years and I do not underestimate the commitment from the control room team – a huge congratulations to each and every one of you.

The Contact Centre, based at headquarters in Portishead, has a team of call handlers receiving both 999 and 101 calls. They work “Local people deserve the very best police in partnership with dispatchers to co-ordinate service and I hope this news, that Avon and the organisation’s police resources. Somerset Police is the fastest force for answering 999 calls, provides reassurance While our 999 answering response is the and encouragement for our communities.” fastest in the country, this is because it is used as an emergency-only line, and we If you would like to consider a career within would like to encourage people to continue to our Control Room, we are currently recruiting use it purely in this way. call handlers and dispatchers to join us. You will be the first point of contact taking calls and providing immediate support, reassurance and advice to the public.

SUDOKU

Take a break and try to solve theses puzzles Here are this week’s puzzles designed to test your mental skills.

EASY

HARD

Remember you can download our puzzels and print them off HERE.

Good luck!

MEDIUM

WEEKLY GUESS THE WORD COMPETITION ANSWER S

EXTREME

ESCAPE THE MAZE Can you find your way through this difficult maze?

m The winner of last week’s guess the word competition was Lisa from Avonmouth who won £25 cash!

Good luck! 40

Finish

Start

If you want to enter our competition each week to win cash all you need to do is subscribe to Bristol Weekly Magazine HERE and guess the word. Then email us your answer with your name using the link in the subscribers email. Deadline for entering your answer is midnight every Tuesday.

CHAOS GUESS THE WORD COMPETITION S

m The totally electrifying Pro Wrestling Chaos are giving One luck winner two tickets and meet and greets to the next event in July. All you need to do to enter is guess the famous wrestlers name above and email your answer plus your name to: competition@directlocalbristol.co.uk Terms and conditions apply. Must 16 years or over to enter. Entries must be in before 15th July. Good luck!

TSA ACCOUNTANTS BRISTOL LTD

ACCA

CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS AND BUSINESS ADVISORS

0117 923 5394

enquiries@tsabusinessadvisors.co.uk

www.tsabusinessadvisors.co.uk

Tax doesn't have to be taxing. Call us today for your free initital consultation TSA Accountants Bristol Ltd 124 Gloucester Road Patchway Bristol BS34 5BP

ACCOUNTING MADE SIMPLE Self-employed accounts and tax returns from £500 plus VAT Partnerships from £650 plus VAT Limited company accounts and tax returns from £800 plus VAT

Incredible Life Hacks That Make Life So Much Easier

Each week we will give you a rundown of life hacks that will make you say, “Where have these been the entirety of my life?” Because indeed, they’re simply amazing!

ECO VAN SPARES Bristol’s Transit & Commercial Vehicle Spares Specialist

Cars

Vans

Lorries

WANTED FOR CASH FREE COLLECTION Unit 17, Bakers Park Cater Park Bishopsworth Bristol, BS13 7TT

Tel: 0117 9781919 ECOVANSPARES.COM

CALL 01179 647948

Body Repairs

Bristol Ltd

Car body work repairs Bristol

Body Repairs Bristol Ltd specialise in car and commercial vehicle bodywork. We are Mercedes Benz and Daf commercial approved repairers. We are a partnership that has been established for 11 years, but we have over 50 years experience in the trade.

Top Quality Professional Job At A Competitive Price We offer:

Accident repairs

Scan this code with your mobile to go straight to our website.

Body repairs Panel beating Paint spraying Fitting of body kits One-off body styling including spoilers Import repair specialists Custom painting, inc flake, candy & pearl Body Repairs Bristol Ltd have a great deal of experience in the repair of cars, motorcycles and commercial vehicles.

Unit 5 Bakers Park, Bishopsworth, Bristol, BS13 7TT

Email : info@bodyrepairsbristol.com

Web: www.bodyrepairsbristol.com

CHARFIELD PUPILS RAISE OVER £600 FOR RSPCA

Year 6 pupils from Charfield School in Wotton-under-Edge have raised £625.20 for the RSPCA by organising several fundraising events. A cheque was presented to Bristol ARC, the Bristol & District branch of the RSPCA, and a representative spoke to the children about how the money would be used to help rehome animals, provide veterinary care for animals in need and raise awareness to prevent cruelty to animals.

“The students began learning about the importance of fundraising as part of their personal, social and emotional (PSE) development in class. They then decided to take it a step further and organise events to raise real money for a charity, with RSPCA selected following a class vote. “Thank you also to Bristol Animal Rescue Centre, who visited us to collect the cheque and explain more about what they do. It really helped the children appreciate that their efforts resulted in real positive outcomes for a good cause.”

Funds were raised through cake sales, raffles, a book sale and the sale of dog treats with children from other year groups and their Charfield School is part of the Castle School parents supporting the events. Education Trust (CSET) which offers high quality education across the primary, Charfield School headmistress, Mel Willcox, secondary and sixth form key stages at said: “We are delighted to have raised over seven South Gloucestershire schools. £600 for the RSPCA. Huge congratulations to our Year 6 pupils who did a fantastic job Included in the group alongside Charfield of organising the events and making them a Primary School is Castle School, Downend success, it was lovely to see how passionate School, Mangotsfield School, Marlwood they became about the cause. School, Lyde Green Primary School and Severn Beach Primary School. For more information about Charfield School visit www. charfieldschool.org.uk/ and for CSET visit www.cset.co.uk 44

Dedicated to providing value 18 High Street Westbury-on-Trym BS9 3DU

0117 950 4100 www.mwfuneraldirectors.com

Need a local business? Everything from plumbers to florists, mechanics to hairdressers - Find local businesses on Bristol Business Directory!

Search local businesess

Bristol’s Business Directory

.co.uk

“ Everything Local All In One Place” 45

New driving laws introduced this month will see motorists hit with fines

The Highway Code is about to get its annual update, which will lead to some alterations. On the list are changes to how electric cars are charged at home, details around clean air zones and increased council powers. It’s thought the new driving law changes could lead to an increase in driving fines. Here’s what you need to know. Council Powers Councils across England and Wales will be granted new powers to charge drivers for traffic offences, with the Department for Transport ready to accept applications from councils to issue fines for moving traffic offences. It’s part of efforts to promote cycling and walking, and make the roads safer for all who use them. The new driving laws mean motorists could be fined £1000 for making the wrong move to let an ambulance pass. Even when letting emergency vehicles past, you must abide by regular road laws, but most drivers assume they are exempt. 46

The Highway Code is clear that motorists should give way to vehicles with flashing lights, including police cars, fire engines, ambulances and emergency doctors. However if, for example, you end up driving into a bus lane in the process or driving through a red light - you could be slapped with a hefty fine. The same goes for entering a yellow box junction, making an illegal turn or driving the wrong way down a one-way street. In addition to being fined, certain offences such as running a red light - can add three penalty points to your license. The Highway Code’s instructions are: “You should look and listen for ambulances, fire engines, police, doctors or other emergency vehicles using flashing blue, red or green lights and sirens, or flashing headlights, or traffic officer and incident support vehicles using flashing amber lights.” The code says you should stop before the brow of a hill. You should also never mount the kerb, and not put anyone else in danger or brake harshly.

There are some other surprising driving laws that motorists can easily break. These included unnecessarily honking your horn, which can land you with a £30 fine. The horn of your car is only designed for alerting other drivers or warning them of your presence. It can’t be done unnecessarily, even if you are feeling stressed or filled with road rage. It can distract others and even shock them, leading to unintended accidents. Meanwhile you could be fined £60 for failing to clean snow and ice off your car. Your windscreen, lights and number plate must all be clear of both. Parking on the pavement in London is also against the law, and you can get you fined £70. However it’s allowed elsewhere in the country if a sign permits it. Another law to keep in mind relates to parking at night. At night you can not park facing against the direction of the traffic flow unless in a recognised parking space. Breaking the rules here could cost you £1,000.

This one might come as a surprise - driving through a puddle and splashing a pedestrian could land you with a whopping fine of £5,000. You may also be hit with 6-9 points on your licence. Electric Vehicle Chargers Additionally, after June 15, all new homes and buildings will need to have an electric vehicle charger installed. Any new residential buildings with associated parking must have access to electric car charge points. The law will also require buildings undergoing large scale renovations to install EV charge points, provided they have more than 10 parking spaces. This law change is part of its wider plan to cut carbon emissions, with £1.3 billion of investment being committed to electric vehicle charging infrastructure rollout. Homes and businesses with existing EV chargers will be required to ensure they have smart charging capabilities.

WINDOWS | DOORS | ROOFLIGHTS

www.pinterest.co.uk/crystalclearbristol www.facebook.com/crystalclearbristol

Aluminium, Timber, PVCu, Windows, Doors & Rooflights Plan your dream home

Visit Bristol’s Biggest Showroom 24 Emery Road Brislington, Bristol BS4 5PF To find out more, call 01179 717 880 or visit www.crystalclearbristol.co.uk

Bristol Start Up ‘Spare Desk’ Set to Change The Future of Workspaces

The new way to work is here and finding a workspace is easier than ever. Spare Desk is the brainchild of Bristol entrepreneur and experienced project manager Andrea Szell. The mum of 3 had the idea for Spare Desk before the pandemic accelerated the ‘new way of work’ and the increased requirement for flexible working and sustainable working practices. Spare Desk is a platform that enables individuals and businesses who would like to list and monetise their unused workspaces to connect to users who need on-demand workAndrea is enthusiastic about the changes spaces tailored to their requirements. happening to work spaces nationally, Whether you are looking for a desk to sit at, or have a space which could be used, Spare “Recent times have woken us all up to how Desk is seeing the potential in the UK’s emp- outdated our concepts of work-spaces are. Large central head offices, long commutes, ty desks by becoming the new Workspace lack of parking, and all of their associated Marketplace at your fingertips. problems, can be a thing of the past and Around the world, 53% of desks are unoccu- we want to help accelerate a move to more productive ways of working. At Spare Desk, pied, and by allowing people to rent a desk we endeavour to bring about a change closer to home, or during travel for work, it that allows everyone to work closer to their relieves commuting stress, reduces carhome, reducing carbon emissions, and in an bon emissions, improves mental wellbeing, productivity and could add an extra stream of environment that suits them, and their day, perfectly. Relieving commuting and corporate income for your business. stresses and so improving mental wellbeing and productivity 48

C J Computing (Systems) Ltd YOUR LOCAL COMPUTER REPAIR SPECIALIST WE HELP FIX ALL COMPUTER PROBLEMS! PC & MAC

Tel: 0117 962 4553

Computer Repair Data Recovery Virus Removal Gaming Hardware Bespoke Pc’s Built www.cjcomputing.com 57 Westbury Hill, Westbury on Trym, Bristol, BS9 3AD Opposite the free Carpark on Westbury Hill

BCfm chosen to be part of the National Radio Archives The British Library is recognised as the home of the nation’s radio archives and they have chosen Bristol community radio station, BCfm, to form part of the collection.

Their first step is to build a pilot radio archive, covering up to 50 stations from across the UK, with the potential to develop this into a long-term service.

The current radio archive comprises of around 250,000 hours.

BCfm Station Manager, Patrick Hart said: “This is another validation of our position in the city, for over 15 years we’ve been representing and amplifying the voices of our everyday and under-served communities, I’m so proud of our team”.

However, of the estimated 3 million hours of radio broadcast in the UK each year from 700 stations, the Library is acquiring a mere 20,000 hours. It is estimated that 92% of current UK radio is not being properly preserved, with only 2% being made available for potential future use and research. To address the gaps in their recordings, the National Radio Archive project plans to create a digital radio archive that will preserve a representative proportion of ongoing UK radio output.

BCfm Development Lead, Marcus Smith said “We were really chuffed about being selected, it means our independent news and the many conversations of our presenters and guests will be available for future generations”.

Supporting Supporting over 8,000 over 8,000 families families

We champion training and innovation to support our care home teams to deliver We champion training and innovation to outstanding care. Residents’ quality of life support our care home teams to deliver is at the heart of everything we do, helping outstanding care. Residents’ quality of life individuals to stay active and independent is at the heart of everything we do, helping so they can live each day to the full. individuals to stay active and independent so they can live each day to the full. If you’re considering care, call 01174 057618 or email If you’re considering care, nicola.wolff-donitz@careuk.com call 01174 057618 or email nicola.wolff-donitz@careuk.com

Trusted to care. Trusted to care.

Rated

9.4

out of 10 on carehome.co.uk

Rated

9.4

out of 10 on carehome.co.uk

Trymview Hall care home Southmead Trymview Hall care home careuk.com/trymview-hall Southmead careuk.com/trymview-hall

happy

A place to live We pride ourselves on having happy homes, where residents and their families can enjoy spending quality time with each other and develop new friendships along the way. Our homes in Bristol are located close to local shops and amenities, and benefit from strong connections with community groups. We offer a busy and varied activities programme that includes something for everyone and ensures residents get the most out of every day. We care for individuals with a variety of care needs including Residential, Nursing and Dementia Care.

Our homes in Bristol: Osborne Court Care Home, 0117 321 9289 Bishopsmead Lodge Care Home, 0117 321 9269 Call our friendly team today, or visit: www.fshc.co.uk 52

Bristol Weekly Magazine 9th June 2022

Articles inside

New Driving Laws

Charfield Pupils Raise Over £600 For Rspca

Life Hacks

Baby Joy For Lizzi And Emma

What is Legionella

Leading The Way

The Big Diabetes Week Dog Walk

Finding & Funding An HMO

Murder at the Campus

Nature Photography Day

Jos And Andrew Report On

BS9 Arts Trail