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Campaign launched to encourage young people to get their COVID-19 vaccination A new campaign designed to encourage young people to get their COVID-19 vaccination has been launched today. Bristol City Council, in partnership with the Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG) COVID-19 Vaccination Programme, has launched its ‘Let’s get the jab done’ campaign to highlight the importance of being vaccinated in the fight against COVID-19. The campaign is underpinned by the www.grabajab.net webpage, which has a comprehensive list of vaccination options including walk-in clinics across the area and a link to the National Booking Service (NBS).
You’ve had to stay inside and have not been able to live, work and socialise in the way you’d like. However, by giving up so much, you have played your part in helping to protect our city. “As we start to look towards a more positive future, the vaccine is just one of the key tools that will prevent the spread of COVID-19. Getting your jab is not just about protecting yourself but about protecting others around you, including your family, friends and those more vulnerable. “Over 300,000 people in Bristol have now received one or more doses of the vaccination. It is quick and easy and there are so many ways you can access it, so don’t delay and get yourself down to a vaccine clinic. “Please continue to play your part, and together, let’s get the jab done!” Clare Armour, BNSSG Vaccination Programme Lead, added: “We’re working at making it as easy as possible for people to have their vaccine in convenient locations and at times that fit around their work and their lives. You can find a full list of options for our area, including walk-in clinics and a link to the National Booking Service, at www.grabajab. net.
With the vaccine now available to everyone over the age of 18, and ahead of the government’s target to offer all adults a vaccine by Sunday 25 July, vaccinations are even more accessible and easy to get. The NHS has made plenty of appointments available on the NBS and is running walk-in clinics across the city, no bookings necessary. “Vaccinated people are far less likely to get COVID-19 with symptoms and pass it on to others. Even if you are younger, you can still Christina Gray, Director for Communities get seriously ill from COVID, including longer and Public Health, said: “I want to thank all lasting symptoms from 'Long COVID', like of our young people for the sacrifices you have made over the last 18 months. You have severe fatigue. Getting vaccinated will help us all get life back to normal by reducing the missed out on music, sports, jobs, spread of the virus and protecting our opportunities, and spending time with your communities, families and friends.” friends.
From Wednesday 4 August, the city’s vaccination centre at Ashton Gate will move to the new Vaccination Centre @ UWE Bristol. It sits alongside our existing vaccination capacity at GP-clinics, community pharmacies and walk-in clinics in faith and community settings. A full list of walk-in clinics can be found on the Healthier Together website or www.grabajab. net. Alternatively, an appointment can be made on the National Booking Service or by calling 119.
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FIESTA FORTNIGHT PLANS REVEALED A landmark partnership between the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta and the Nation’s Favourite coffee shop, Costa Coffee, has enabled a special ballooning event, named the ‘Fiesta Fortnight’, to be able to take place this Summer in the city. From Monday 2nd August to Sunday 15th August 2021, the ‘Fiesta Fortnight’ will see hundreds of hot air balloons taking off from multiple locations across the city and filling the sky with not only classic hot air balloons, but some special shapes and characters including Stuart the Minion. Over 700 nominations were submitted by locals to help pick the locations of where the balloons will take off from – these included local parks, public spaces, car parks and streets. To find out the final list of locations stay tuned to the Fiesta Fortnight’s social media channels. There you will find regular updates on all locations and timing to help plan your time to head outside to view the balloons flying over the city.
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What’s more, the Fiesta Fortnight partner, Costa Coffee, will be visiting several of the take of locations to treat residents nearby with a special little balloon-shaped surprise outside their window! Chris Allcock, Chair of the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta said: “We were sad that we weren’t able to host the much-loved annual Balloon Festival in Ashton Court this year due to COVID-19. However, this special edition of the fiesta is going to be something spectacular for the city and we are so thankful to Costa Coffee for partnering with us to help this happen. There were some clear winners and favourite locations for balloons to fly from, highlighted from the hundreds of suggestions from fiesta fans. So, we’re hoping to make sure the greatest number of people will be able to enjoy the balloons, including some communities that rarely get balloons overhead.”
Those out and about in the city centre will be able to experience Costa Coffee’s new Costa: LIVE Experience Pod, which will be in the city centre at various locations from Monday 2nd August to Sunday 15th August 2021. This hub provides visitors with the perfect space to view the balloons crossing the city skyline as they take a moment to enjoy a cup of their favourite barista-quality machine-crafted coffee. Nick Orrin, Director of Costa Express UK&I, said: “We are proud to partner with the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta on such a fantastic event. After what has been an unprecedented time for many, we wanted to give something exciting to the Bristol community to enjoy. “Not only are we bringing the Costa: LIVE Experience Pod to the city this summer, but Bristol is the first city in the UK to receive our brand-new Costa Express Hot & Iced drink machines, which can deliver over 500 different barista-quality drinks, from flat-whites to iced lattes and iced fruit cordials. Located all over the city - we hope everyone is as excited as we about the new Costa Express machines and can enjoy an iced coffee in the summer sun and take in the Fiesta Fortnight.”
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Superstitions explained
Many of us know of someone who is superstitious, or maybe you yourself are. Some believe they can change the way of fate – and others think they’re a load of nonsense.
It can be a practice or action that someone performs in a reaction to the superstition. Others could be sayings or phrases that are used when a certain superstition occurs. Where do superstitions come from?
Even if you don't consider yourself a particularly superstitious person, you might say "bless you" when someone sneezes.
It is said superstitions first began centuries ago and have since developed and evolved over time, with new one’ being created too.
You can thank superstition for that, because it used to be believed that it would stop the develop from stealing their soul.
Superstitions began when people tried to explain unusual or mysterious circumstances and events when they didn’t have the correct knowledge at the time.
From breaking a mirror, walking under a ladder, seeing a magpie or opening an umbrella inside, there are many different superstitions – and they vary from culture to culture. Here we’ve put together the most common superstitions, along with where they come from and what they all mean. What are superstitions? A superstition is a certain belief that people believe can change fate and a belief in supernatural influences. These can involve good or bad luck, depending on the type of superstition that is created or that people believe.
The development of science over the years helped explain these circumstances or events but people still strongly believed in superstitions even if science explained them. For instance, many years ago people did not know how a mirror showed their own reflection but believed the reflection was part of the soul. Since then, superstitions have stuck with many people believing they can change fate. What do they mean? Different superstitions mean different things, some have just a small meaning whereas others people believe can cause something much bigger. Here are the most common superstitions we come across today.
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Walking under a ladder is thought to bring bad luck Dating back to medieval times, walking under a ladder is said to bring bad luck because it resembled the gallows, which they used to hang people from. Breaking a mirror will give you bad luck, some believe Breaking a mirror will give you seven years of bad luck, according to ancient history. This dates back to Roman times when people believed that their reflection in the mirror was their soul.
Pooped on by a bird
Therefore breaking the mirror would damage their soul which couldn’t be fixed for seven years.
Turning a bad situation into a good one, being pooped on is in fact meant to provide you with good luck.
A black cat crossing the road is believed to mean bad luck
Seeing a magpie
Seeing a black cat cross your path can cause people to believe you will receive bad luck. This is because of their relation to witches and demons, a supposed symbol of evil.
‘One for sorrow, two for joy, three for a girl, four for a boy, five for silver, six for gold, seven for a secret, never to be told, eight for a wish, nine for a kiss, ten for a bird you must not miss.’
Some people even avoid purchasing a black cat because of this superstition. Number 13 The number that many people believe to be bad luck stems from the Christian belief and the Bible. At the last supper, Judas, who later betrayed Jesus was the 13th member at the meal to sit down. A long with this, Jesus’ crucifixion was on Good Friday, which oriented Friday 13th becoming an unlucky date. Touch wood People believe in order not to ‘jinx’ something or for something to happen or not to that when you speak aloud about that, you should touch wood.
One of the longer sayings but one that people still believe depending on how many magpies you see at one time. New shoes on the table Is meant to cause bad luck, believing it originated from the North of England, relating to the coal mining industry. When a minor died, the family would place their own shoes on the table as a tribute, so is now seen to be tempting fate. Opening an umbrella inside This is also meant to provide bad luck, which people also say you should never stand under whilst inside especially. This superstition dates back to ancient Egypt when peacock feathers and papyrus was used to protect people from the sun.
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Hair Salon Win at The Salon Business Awards
Bristol salon NOCO Hair received global recognition in the Salon Business Awards on Monday 19th July in a glamorous awards ceremony at the decadent Quaglino’s in London. The international hairdressing awards recognise salons and stylists that go the extra mile for their staff, clients and local community. After beating hundreds of entries in the Customer Service Salon category to win top spot, NOCO Hair’s Corey Taylor said:
“We were proud to give the winners the recognition they deserve in glorious surroundings filled with friends. Each of the winners truly represents everything that’s good about our industry - dedication, hard work, creativity and togetherness.” Upon arriving at the venue, guests were led down a grand staircase to the main floor, where Brendan Mills was on the saxophone, warming the crowd. Mingling was high on the agenda for guests meeting friends old and new, before the awards announcements began.
“We are over the moon with this award, customer service means a lot to us, as we love to look after people. If a client leaves the salon in a better emotional state than when they have come in because of the service they have received, then we have succeeded. To be recognised in such a prestigious way feels amazing!”
Paul Simbler, HOB Salons Director, joined Joanne Charlton onstage to present the first half of the awards, with representatives of the sponsors taking to the stage for the final half.
Over 250 guests turned up to the Mayfair hot-spot to see 14 salons and two individuals receive their certificate and award, while feasting on delicious canapes and bubbles aplenty.
Schwarzkopf Professional, Remi Cachet, Joico, Paul Mitchell, iSalon and Unite, who also contributed generously to the SBAwards Goody bag, making it the best one yet.
Dubbed Freedom Day, due to the national lifting of Government Covid restrictions the same day, the most often heard comment was “perfect timing”. Salon Business Publishing Editor Joanne Charlton said: “The SBAwards Grand Final brought the industry back together in the way we remember – with hugs, dancing and networking from start to finish.”
The awards would not have happened without the unwavering support of the sponsors, including
Every entry was judged by representatives from prestigious professional hair brands including Schwarzkopf Professional, Remi Cachet, Joico, Paul Mitchell, iSalon and Unite, as well as award-winning hairdressers including Errol Douglas MBE and Guy Kremer.
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New E10 fuel incompatible with some cars The Department for Transport has launched a consultation on its proposal for the UK’s larger forecourts to begin selling E10 petrol, a cleaner fuel, in order to meet climate change targets. However, research has shown that as many as 635,309 petrol cars currently on the road will be incompatible with it. E10 petrol contains 10% bioethanol, a type of renewable fuel, to reduce carbon when burned – that’s twice the amount of the 5% maximum currently found in the petrol at your local pumps. It’s currently available across most of Europe, as well as the US and Australia, and the vast majority of vehicles in use today are approved to be fuelled with it. However, older models are at risk of incompatibility. Ten most popular cars to be affected by E10 fuel A study by the RAC Foundation has compiled a top 10 list of the most popular models set to be affected. Of the 635,309 models incompatible with E10 petrol, 150,000 will have been manufactured from the year 2000 onwards. The most popular cars are as follows:
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What will happen if your car is incompatible with new, cleaner fuels? Fortunately for affected owners,The Department for Transport is proposing that the larger stations that will be stocking E10 will also have to maintain a complement of the older E5 grade petrol so that owners of older vehicles aren’t left behind. The director of the RAC Foundation, said online : ‘As and when E10 appears on the forecourts, drivers need to know whether their cars can use it without being damaged. ‘This analysis shows that even in a couple of years’ time, there will still be hundreds of thousands of cars on our roads that are incompatible with the new fuel. ‘While some of the cars incompatible with E10 fuel will be historic models, many will be old but serviceable everyday runarounds that people on a tight travel budget rely on to get about. ‘The good news is both that the vast majority of cars on our roads are able to run on E10 and the Transport Secretary, has recognised the need to protect the users of those older vehicles which are not E10 compatible.
It will be interesting to see whether the current consultation generates support for the government’s proposed way forward. A Department for Transport spokesperson said online: ‘This government is ambitiously seeking to reduce the UK’s reliance on imported fossils fuels and cut carbon emissions from transport. But drivers of older vehicles should not be hit hard in the pocket as a result.
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August Horoscopes Aquarius Jan 20-Feb 18 You may need to do a little bit of reflecting and thinking about what you would like to clear within your own space. This could be on the physical level, although it feels very much like it could be more on the emotional. Clearing and releasing things can make way for new things and ideas, and opportunities to come your way. Maybe reflect on things that you may not realise that you have learnt, or maybe on things that you would like to change. Keywords. Clearing, reflecting, and opportunities
Pisces Feb 19 - Mar 20 It seems as though it could be a good time to slow down, take a deep breath and step back, and do an overview of things you are involved with. It maybe time for a few changes, so give yourself time to do this an d work with your intuition. Friends and family are highlighted for you at this time. Gatherings of different kinds also seem to be quite prominent, remember to use your energy wisely, as you can have a tendency to take on too much. Keywords. Overview and use your energy wisely
Aries Mar 21 - Apr 19 Seems to be a few obstacles and hold-ups for you at the moment, try not to stress over them but try and re-organise stuff so that things are easier to deal with. Once you have done this, you may find other things fall into place a lot easier, and other plans come to fruition. Changes can sometimes seem a little daunting, but try and be open to them, as they can be really wonderful and bring good opportunities. Keywords, overcome obstacles and embracing change
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Taurus Apr 20 - May 20 Maybe you’re someone who collects things and it may have come to a point where it may be wise to go through collectibles and rearrange them or even maybe give some away. It may not just be items that you hang onto, so maybe do a little clearing and shifting on the physical as well as within yourself. Clearing things always makes space for new ideas on new things, and sometimes brings new opportunities. Keywords. Clearing, reorganising, and changes
Gemini May 21 - June 20 Looks as though there could be some opportunities due to come your way. A lot of things have been held up, and a few ideas have had to of been on hold. Things are beginning to shift for you now so be on the lookout for new opportunities, and a renewed feeling of renewal. Keywords. renewal and opportunities.
Cancer June 21 - July 22 Friends and activities are highlighted at this time, along with new people and or new ideas. This could well bring you some interesting changes, and may bring you some opportunities that you don’t expect. Keywords. New things or ideas
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Leo July 23 - Aug 22 There could be some tricky situations you may have to deal with, and communication skills would be very useful at this time. Trust your intuition in this matter, and follow what feels right especially if you have one of those moments when the words seem to come to you for a brilliant idea comes to mind to resolve the problem or issue. Keywords. Communication and intuition
Virgo Aug 23 - Sept 22 Your social scene is beginning to improve, as is those of people you are close to. Try not to be overprotective, and also if possible bring your sensitivity to the fore, this may be something you don’t often do, but sometimes flexibility and sensitivity can be strong attributes. Keywords. Protection, sensitivity and flexibility
Libra Sept 23 - Oct 22 Things are finally beginning to shift for you in many areas. You may feel that some things have been neglected and need to be sorted, if this is the case now could be a good time to do so. Don’t give yourself a hard time, you are not someone who has to do everything or do it all in one go, give yourself some space, and take your time remember flexibility can be useful, and don’t take too much on if you can help it. Keywords. Sort things out and be flexible.
Scorpio Oct 23 - Nov 21 It maybe you have one of those moments where something becomes a strong realisation, it may be something that has been eluding you for awhile. Whatever this is it’s something positive, which could mean looking after yourself a bit more than you have been. Sometimes we neglect small things like giving ourselves some you time. Keywords .changes and opportunities
Sagittarius Nov 22 - Dec 21 It is very likely that things have been feeling a bit stagnant at the moment, with our present circumstances that’s not really surprising, but it seems as though things are beginning to feel that they are moving again for you. Communication is highlighted at this time, try and be as clear and concise as you can so as to avoid misunderstandings. Keywords. Communication and clarity.
Capricorn Dec 22 - Jan 19 There seems to have been a few complicated issues around you at the moment, try and sort them as quickly as you can as there could be opportunities coming your way that you may not see. Try not to get stressed or worried and anxious, try and do things that keep you calm and remember laughter is a great tension reliever. Without disregarding others, make sure you do a few things for yourself That you enjoy. keywords. Opportunities, and look after yourself.
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Your Garden In August After the heat of July, the weather usually continues to be very nice giving us time to simply enjoy our gardens and all the hard work we’ve put into them. Don’t worry too much about doing endless jobs – just remember to keep everything watered. If you are going away, you may need to enlist the help of friends and family to look after the garden. If you are at home and feeling energetic, there are still a few gardening tasks for August that will keep your gardens going longer, as well as opportunities to get a head start on next year’s garden plans.
Take herb cutting
August is the ideal month to take cuttings woody herbs such as Rosemary and Lavender. To do this, simply take new growth that hasn’t flowered this year cut a piece 10cm long just below a leaf joint, remove the lower leaves and dip the end in a rooting hormone before planting in a gritty compost. If you have lavender in the garden, now is also the ideal time to give it a trim. This will encourage new bushy growth in the spring and will prevent it becoming bare and woody. 16
Pruning and tidying
Most long flowering perennials will finish flowering this month so cut them down to the ground. Don’t forget about them though – continue to water them, as this will encourage a second flush of foliage and generally prevent the garden looking frazzled and messy. Although weeds will be growing more slowly now than in the spring it’s a good idea to continue to hoe the soil to keep them down.
Looking good this month…. Try to do this in warm, dry conditions to ensure weed seedlings you disturb are left on the surface to dehydrate and die. Hydrangea Make plans for next year
A nice relaxing job for those hot days! Pull up a chair in a sunny spot and start planning for next year. Make sketches of your flower borders and vegetable plot and list what you want to plant.
Why should you plant them?
Hydrangeas are popular garden shrubs with delicate heads of flowers in shades of pink, white or blue. They are easy to care for, fully hardy and have an old fashioned, cottage style charm. How should you plant them? Hydrangeas like moist, free draining soil and a partially shaded sheltered spot.
Take photos of your garden now while it is looking its best – if you want to rearrange in the winter its much easier to do if you have a reference point. Also think about what bulbs you want to plant for that early display of spring colour – bulbs are usually available to buy from the end of August ready for autumn planting.
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Local performing group looks for new members to celebrate its 60th year! Local performing group, Bristol Gilbert & Sullivan Opera:c Society, is celebra:ng its 60th anniversary in 2022 and looking for people to join their ranks.
Following the show, the society will end the season with a special anniversary party in May 2022.
The current membership includes people of all ages – from age 7 to 87 – who get together regularly to sing and act.
Start a new hobby, or revive an old one with BGSOS! Chair Hannah Coleman is passionate about the society, “It’s a really friendly group who aren’t just great performers, but also great friends. It’s been such a challenging year for all in performing arts and we’re so excited to be back this September to start rehearsing our 60th anniversary produc:on”. Along with a professional orchestra, BGSOS is looking forward to its 60th anniversary producton of HMS Pinafore at The Redgrave Theatre in Clifton on from March 30th – April 2nd 2022.
BGSOS also offers The Wetherell Bursary to members, which is a contribution to the cost of singing or ac:ng lessons for applicants.“Named after our former musical director, Eric Wetherell, Hannah Coleman says “we are proud to aim to give back to our members and meet our charitable aims”. BGSOS rehearses at St Teresa’s Community Centre in Filton every Tuesday evening, and the evenings combine hard work with a cup of tea and a friendly chat! BGSOS is looking for performing members, scenery builders, costume developers and technical volunteers. You can also support us as a society friend, if volunteering is not for you. For details about all our roles, please email secretary@bristolgsos.co.uk.
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Ethical travel business gears up for a new era as restrictions ease A Bristol-based team of ethical travel experts is gearing up for a new chapter after a pandemic-enforced hiatus which devasted their industry worldwide.
Darren’s appointment completes a leadership team which also includes Mark Benewith, who has been Chief Technical Officer at the company since late 2018.
Trading as Pure Breaks, Working Travel Group hoped to celebrate its 21st anniversary in 2020, but Covid-19 sent the world into lockdown and forced many travel firms to cease trading.
“We’re not the only business, or sector, for whom 2020 was a year to forget,” he said. “And whilst the government has significantly supported businesses and jobs, the travel sector continues to be under huge pressure. In discouraging travel, the government is failing to recognise the number of UK jobs dependent on this industry. Post furlough, this will become more evident.
Pure Breaks specialises in high-end experiences, where the financial benefits are felt by communities in the foreign destinations, rather than agents and operators. Now, as the world opens up and restrictions are slowly eased, the company is looking to help play its part in developing a ‘new normal’ for the travel industry – based on sustainability and ethics. Company Founder and CEO James Burton, who first founded the business in 1999, also overcame a cancer scare last year. Now fully recovered, he hopes for an exciting new era for his company. To support its growth, he has made a key appointment in Darren Taylor, who has been working in the travel industry for the past 18 years working with large agencies, international tour operators, hotels and hostels around the world and becomes Chief Operations Officer. 20
“This period is also putting enormous strain on the charity work that we do which will have a significant impact on the thousands of lives we support each year. “That said, Pure Breaks has navigated a very challenging landscape and has remained robust in surviving the pandemic, consolidating where possible but fine tuning its range of unique and interesting travel experiences. “Darren, Mark and I hope that, as we enter an era in which ethics and purpose are uppermost in people’s minds, people realise our offering is the future of the travel industry.
“Travellers want to know where their money is going, and it’s a sad fact that traditional models only see a very small percentage of money spent – depending on location, as little as five per cent – goes to those who live in the destinations which are being visited.
“Only through models like ours can we achieve the aim of improving the lives of people, enhancing education, raising health awareness and building life-skills.”
James said Pure Breaks is focusing on nations and islands in and around the Indian “We want to change that. Particularly over the Ocean as the initial region for travellers to past 12 months, we’ve been busy researching, explore as the world begins to open up again. exploring and using our contacts to create These will be the first of a total of 54 global excellent relationships with in-country venues, destinations, also across Africa, Asia, the communities, properties and unique Caribbean, and the Pacific Ocean. experience providers in locations around the world. “The possibility to experience, discover and explore are endless,” he said. “We have done “We’re looking to offer ethical travel and life the hard work by putting together unique experiences, responsibly operating within holidays that are responsible and beneficial destinations, embracing cultural diversity, to the people in those destinations. supporting local communities, and actively contributing to environmental conservation. “We’re looking forward to helping people explore more destinations over the coming “That’s something which is really relevant weeks and months. For everyone who has in the post-pandemic world. Many of the been looking forward to travelling again, destinations we work with are desperate for we’re pleased to say that the wait is nearly income after travel restrictions destroyed the over.” tourism economy.
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Immersive multimedia experience to bring the ocean back to the SS Great Britain
For the first time in 50 years the sights, sounds and movement of a living sea will surround the ship’s hull. Working with poet Saili Katebe and composer Joe Acheson, Limbic Cinema will transform the dry dock into a huge digital projection theatre, filled with the energy of the world’s underwater oceans. Entry is included with admission to Brunel’s SS Great Britain. Time slots are available to book now from 23 August to 19 September. www.ssgreatbritain.org/ironisland On 2 September, a ‘museum late’ will allow people to book to see Iron Island and explore the ship ‘after hours’. Pop-up bars will offer an exclusive Iron Island cocktail, prosecco and full bar. The SS Great Britain Trust is grateful to the National Lottery Heritage Fund and Lottery Players for supporting this programme. Brunel’s SS Great Britain is the top-rated visitor attraction in Bristol, known for offering a fun day out for locals and tourists alike. Visitors discover two interactive museums along with the historic dockyard before stepping aboard to explore the SS Great Britain herself – the world’s first great ocean liner. 22
From 23 August to 19 September, however, the dramatic dry dock will take centre-stage. The cathedral-like space is where the SS Great Britain was constructed between 1839 and 1843, now covered with a “glass sea” that helps to maintain the conservation environment that protects the fragile iron hull. The front end of the Grade II listed dry dock will be transformed into an immersive experience by award-winning multimedia design studio Limbic Cinema. It will combine projection, lighting and surround sound to transport audiences on a journey through underwater worlds. Much of the 1,000 square metres of laminated glass overhead will be darkened, providing a truly unique space for projection-mapped imagery to emerge on the walls and the iron hull. Speakers set within the dry dock will resonate with music and sounds of the ocean, with an original score composed by Joe Acheson (Hidden Orchestra). Performance poet, Saili Katebe, has written a new spoken word piece for this installation, which leads the narrative. Having undertaken two residencies previously at Brunel’s SS Great Britain, Saili’s creative response explores themes of invention, discovery, migration and freedom.
Visitors will descend under the glass sea to walk around the iron hull, becoming immersed in the multisensory storytelling as they reach the bow. Set in three acts – ‘departure’, ‘storm’ and ‘icefield’ – the audience is taken on a journey that sets off across the ocean, encountering various sea life before a storm has the ship rising and falling in the waves with thunder and lightning all around. Glowing icebergs signal a more reflective pace as the ship navigates carefully through an icefield.
Key facts about Brunel’s SS Great Britain
Events depicted through the storytelling are developed from passenger diaries, providing a real sense of revisiting the ship’s long and dramatic history.
Voted the second Greatest Briton of all time, (after Winston Churchill), Isambard Kingdom Brunel was one of the 19th century engineering heroes.
Kate Rambridge, Head of Interpretation and Programming at Brunel’s SS Great Britain said “The SS Great Britain rests today back in her original dry dock, but she was designed for a completely different environment - the world’s oceans. In fact, this astonishing ship travelled more than a million miles at sea, and she still carries traces of salt in her iron hull. Although she’ll never sail again, digital multimedia can bring the sea back to the ship and show how she performed in that element – so that audiences can see her, once again, as resilient, graceful and dynamic.”
At the SS Great Britain’s launch in 1843 she was by far the largest ship in the world; and the first ever to combine a metal hull and screw propulsion.
Brunel’s SS Great Britain is the top-rated visitor attraction in Bristol (TripAdvisor 2021). The SS Great Britain now rests in the very dock where Brunel built her – the Great Western Dockyard in Bristol’s Floating Harbour. Known as ‘the world’s first great ocean liner’, the ship sailed around the world 32 times, travelling more than 1,000,000 miles at sea.
Thom Buttery, founder and creative director at Limbic Cinema said: “The combination of the iron hull, glass sea overhead and centuries-old brickwork make this a spectacular location acoustically and visually. Layer on the history and sense of bringing the sea back to the ship, and you capture a powerful sense of journey. Digital storytelling enables us to expand beyond the confines of the space. By augmenting the moving image with the ship itself we are able to create a real sense that the ship is in motion again.”
Saili Katebe is a Wiltshire based writer, workshop facilitator and performance poet. Usually writing under the pen name ‘The Blissful Nomad’ he is a keen explorer of the possibilities that language and arts have to offer. In love with rhythm and rhyme he uses the page and the stage to share his exploration of the Saili Katebe, a writer and performer based in lived experience through language and story. South West England said: “The ship carried His previous residencies at Brunel’s SS Great thousands of people to America and AustraBritain saw Saili write a new poem last year to lia - many of them leaving home forever. She mark the SS Great Britain’s 50th anniversary still bears the cargo of their stories – so much “back home” in Bristol: She Made it Back. hope, fear and ambition. I imagined the ship as an island made of iron, something which Limbic Cinema is a Bristol-based multimedia stays strong even in the upheaval of change creative studio. Their work is award-winning and challenge.” and internationally recognised, working with partners including Glastonbury Festival, Eden Project and Vivid Sydney in Australia. Most recently their work was featured as part of the New Frontier programme at the Sundance Film Festival in 2021. 23
ENVIRONMENTALISTS OPT FOR BURIAL Care for the environment is leading to a growing number of people in the South West choosing to be buried rather than cremated. Bristol Memorial Woodlands, where a 100acre wood and meadows are being created as part of the burial grounds, has seen a surge in sales of burial plots and people requesting burials rather than cremations. With cremations in Bristol’s Canford and South Bristol Crematoriums alone using over 20,000 cubic metres of gas per month those who care about their environmental impact are leaving instructions for their funerals. For decades cremations have been more popular than burials as church attendances decline, but now woodland burials are on the increase. Depending on the efficiency of the crematoria equipment the average cremation uses 28 gallons of fuel for each body emitting around 540 pounds of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. Chris Baker, who founded Bristol Memorial Woodlands, near Alveston, north of Bristol, said: “We cater for both burials and interment of ashes and we are finding more and more people are going back to the age-old tradition of burial. “People with a strong faith often have a particular way that they want their body to be treated after death but we find many people are more spiritual than religious. The idea appeals to them of their burial helping to create a woodland and that they will rest amongst trees, returning to the soil and supporting nature in the future. 24
“There is also a strong desire to protect the environment and reduce emissions to prevent global warming. It would be strange to spend a lifetime caring for the environment then choose cremation with its much higher carbon footprint. “They don’t like the idea of using up gas, polluting the atmosphere or the concept of being scattered. With a burial the family have a place where they can go and feel connected to the person they have lost – and if that is in a woodland so much the better.” Mr Baker said that there had been a surge in people buying burial plots in advance for their families as well as a growing number of people seeking burial when a loved one dies. “There is a mistaken belief that we are running out of room to bury people in the UK. That just isn’t true. Yes, many church yards are full but there is a need to recreate woodland and a woodland cemetery provid es the solution for both.” All faiths and no faiths are catered for at Bristol Memorial Woodlands and a trust has been set up to manage the woodlands in future, which will be preserved for future generations. Predominantly native British species are planted and there are also sections of the 100 acres that are being planted as wild flower meadows. Further information: https://www.memorialwoodlands. com
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Iconic Somerset cider maker makes appearance on family business podcats World famous family-run cider maker, Thatchers are the next guests on chart-topping It Runs In The Family podcast, with the firm’s father and daughter stressing how family values have played a huge role in developing a small apple orchard into a successful 117-year-old cider company that now sees the Thatchers brand in shops, pubs, bars and restaurants in more than 20 countries. Martin Thatcher, Managing Director and fourth generation cider maker and his daughter Eleanor, fifth generation cider maker, join mother and daughter podcast hosts, Liz and Leila Willingham, on It Runs In The Family. The episode reveals the family’s love, care and attention towards the business and its craft and how this has helped to develop their now 500-plus acre operations at Myrtle Farm in Sandford, North Somerset. Listeners can hear Martin and Eleanor talk about the complexities of growing a team with the same strong values as the family members themselves, the sense of pride in the previous generations and the risks they took to grow an iconic cider brand. This episode covers: •
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Episode highlights: “We've changed the whole way we're growing apples, very much down to my father and his foresight of how we should be growing apples for the future, and the whole industry has moved in that direction.” - 5:25 - Martin Thatcher “As my father retreated back into the farming, I moved on to look after all of the business. I can see the same happening with Eleanor, where she's now looking after the fermentation. She can look after a bit more and a bit more until eventually, I'm just the backup team!” - 17:25 - Martin Thatcher “I think you both understand what it's like to be a family member working in the business, and how everyone else sees you in that respect. So, I think that there's been a few moments where we get what each other is feeling with respect to certain things.” - 26:30 - Eleanor Thatcher
“I think recruitment and people are just so important in any business, but particularly in a family business. You have a set of values, things that make the business successful, which aren't necessarily what happens generically through bigger corporate businesses.” - 40:00 - Martin Thatcher “As a family we’ve taken risks others wouldn’t, which have helped us get to where we are - I still have that sense of pride in the brand.” - 41:10 - Eleanor Thatcher “I think you learn that if you have a vision in your head for something, and then something happens, you’ve got to adapt. Coming from school and then into business, things happen that you just don’t expect and learning how to adapt to that is different.” - 57:45 - Eleanor Thatcher “It’s a family business. It’s all intertwined. So if there is a disagreement, it can become very personal. So, you have to be careful just to step back and go and have a nice business discussion” - 1:03:20 - Martin Thatcher “I think every father dreams of being able to hand on things to your children, and your children are almost showing you the way to do things better.” - 1:05:35 - Martin Thatcher As a guest on It Runs in The Family, Martin said: “Just celebrating the importance of family businesses is something which is such a good thing to do, and I know with the It Runs In the Family podcast this is certainly something you are doing. I just think whether you’re making cider or nuts and bolts or farming, family businesses are just amazing and it’s great to celebrate them.” Launched only six months ago, It Runs In The Family podcast was set up by Liz Willingham, founder and managing director of PR and communications agency Liz Lean PR, and her daughter Leila, who is business and PR account manager at the agency, and is making its mark in the podcasting arena and hitting the charts - reaching number 17 in top family business podcasts and making number 77 in the top entrepreneurship podcasts for Great Britain. To date, the mother and daughter duo have reached listeners in 21 countries, across five continents, with their new podcast. Please visit lizleanpr.co.uk/podcast-runs-inthe-family/ to listen to episode 12 with Martin and Eleanor Thatcher.
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Visitors now welcome to Steep Holm Island
Visitors can explore one of Weston’s hidden gems this summer, as visits to Steep Holm Island resume. The 63-acre island in the Bristol Channel boasts limestone cliffs and caves and is steeped in local history - with tales of Vikings, pirates, monks and hidden treasure. Steep Holm is also a nature reserve and bird sanctuary - home to seals and muntjacs - and a site of special scientific interest due to the rare plants found on the island, including the May flowering wild Mediterranean peony. Trips to the island have been suspended since March 2020, when the country went into lockdown. But the Kenneth Allsop Memorial Trust, which owns and manages Steep Holm, has confirmed it is resuming trips to the island from Weston, following an ease in Covid restrictions. Trust chairman, Stephen Parker, said: “We are delighted to be welcoming people back to the island and looking forward to having lots of visitors to such a wonderful place." Sailings to and from Weston can only take place at high tides and the day trip lasts 12 hours. The first trip was planned for July 13, with visits scheduled until the end of September. 30
Trust spokesman Graham Briscoe said: “The Island has been inhabited on and off for centuries, is full of hidden surprises and is steeped in history. “Its history is told by stories of Celtic gods carved in stone, Vikings and pirates, monks and legends of treasure. “It is an archaeological dream - archaeologists have found prehistoric evidence, Roman remains, coins, rare glass. An old priory and those who never left the island, whose graves were laid undisturbed for 100s of years. “The military supplies of the recent past can still to be seen today with military artefacts left from the time in the 1860s when Lord Palmerston thought Napoleon was going to attack England via the Bristol Channel, and the first and second World War cannons, gun emplacements, barracks and search light defensives for Bristol.” Sailings will take place on August 9, 11, 22 and 24 and September 7, 9, 21 and 23. For more details, click the image above.
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City And Port of Bristol Bowling Club They have both played in Mixed Friendly Games and Carol has also made her debut in the Ladies and Men’s League teams ---- made possible by the rule that up to three ladies can play in the Bristol and District League Four Men’s League. Coincidentally the two new lady members were drawn against each other in the
Ken Davies has reached the third round of the Bristol Section Champion of Champions competition and is now just one more win away from a county wide semi-final at Cotswold Bowling Club late in August. Ken played Allan Milburn of Ardagh at home in round one on June 25th. In a game where the winner is first to 21 shots the lead changed hands several times in what was a very competitive game of bowls. But it was Ken who finished stronger and came out in front by 21 shots to 18. His reward for what was a very good win was a second round game against Dave Shaw of Canford --- a very good and competitive bowler who has enjoyed success in this competition in years past. Ken was drawn at home for the game on July 20th --- the sun shone and it was very warm for a titanic game that was played over more than two hours. The lead changed and scores were level on numerous occasions but eventually it was 19 shots each --- just two more to win the contest. It had been a close throughout with both players delivering some excellent woods. But in the end it was Ken who prevailed, scoring the decisive two shots to win 21-19 --- well done Ken.
Ladies Four Wood Club Competition, played on July 20th. This game provided great competitive experience for the clubs latest recruits and both played some good shots. But there had to be a winner and it was Carol Green who came out in front by 21 shots to 11. Since it became possible to play games against other clubs Covid restrictions have meant that just three rinks could be played on but, on Wednesday July 14th when Severnvale were the visitors it became possible to use four rinks for the first time and it was great to see so many bowlers on the green at the same time and yes --- the sun was shining. The Men’s League Team have been doing well in recent weeks, picking up points from most games and although there is no promotion on offer this season they have reason to feel happy with results against some very competitive teams. The Club Monday Night League is back again this season --- starting later than usual but running with four teams all aiming to win the club league or cup trophies.
Later than usual due to Covid restrictions Club Competitions are now underway and will conclude in September.
As in all clubs City and Port need young or younger players so as to continue into the future. A very positive move has been made toward achieving that objective by introducing Junior Bowling Sessions on Tuesday evenings. The club has sets of special Junior Size Woods suitable for Primary School age Children and the first session happened on the 29th June. Supported by Gill and Pat who are senior coaches and trainers at county level a very good session took place ---- the chocolate rewards went down very well and by the end some of the little bowlers were doing well. More sessions will follow through to the end of August.
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For further information about the club and its activities please call David Hinksman on 0117 9082713.
The third round will be played on a neutral green and as yet Ken’s opponent is not known --- the decisive game is yet to be played.
Enjoy a cream tea in aid of local children’s hospice People in Bristol are being invited to tuck into a cream tea and raise a few pounds for their local children’s hospice. The Big South West Cream Tea takes place over the August Bank Holiday weekend and organiser Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) is asking supporters to join in by holding their own cream tea fundraiser with friends and family. “Just grab some scones, a spoonful of strawberry jam and a dollop of clotted cream – not necessarily in that order! – and join the party,” said CHSW area fundraiser Bernadette Chambers. “You can enjoy a Great British classic at home, the park or even virtually and help raise vital funds for local families. “It’s a lovely way to help celebrate CHSW’s 30th anniversary, and if you are able to raise £30 or more, we’ll send you a special CHSW 30th anniversary medal.” The charity, which runs three children’s hospices across the South West, including Charlton Farm just outside of Bristol, has everything you need you need to hold your own cream tea fundraiser.
“Register your event on our website to receive your free fundraising pack, which includes invites, recipe, ‘#JamFirst’ and ‘#CreamFirst’ signs, donation form, bunting, thank-you cards and more,” added Bernadette. “You’ll also find links to businesses that can deliver a cream tea straight to your front door with a donation going to CHSW. “If you’d prefer to hold your cream tea before or after the August Bank Holiday that’s absolutely fine; however and whenever you plan to take part in the Big South West Cream Tea, every penny you’re able to raise will make a real difference to children with life -limiting conditions and their families.” The Big South West Cream Tea is kindly sponsored by Happy Days Nurseries, which operates 18 nurseries throughout the South West and is also celebrating 30 years this year. Marketing manager Rebekah Fice-Thomson said: “CHSW is very dear to our hearts, so we’re delighted to be able to support The Big South West Cream Tea fundraiser this summer. “We are looking forward to celebrating our own 30th birthday with a cream tea on September 4 and raising as much as we can for such an important charity.” To register your cream tea event or for more information, click here.
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New Cabinet Member will move transport forward in Bristol Councillor Don Alexander appointed by Mayor Whilst we’ve worked to bring partners together to view the challenge at a city level Bristol has a new Cabinet Member to lead we’ve also been hard at work to ensure those on delivering a better connected, sustainable systems work at a local level. We’ve agreed transport network. a successful bus deal, saved local transport routes from being removed and delivered Councillor Don Alexander, Labour Ward greater connectivity by cycling and walkCouncillor for Avonmouth and Lawrence ing. Don’s role will be vital in ensuring our Weston, will take up the role of Cabinet strategic ambitions don’t outstretch our local Member for Transport immediately. delivery.” Cllr Alexander will lead on delivering the Mayor’s vision for the city’s transport network, working closely with partners such as the One City Transport Board, First Bus, Network Rail and many others to do so. Major areas of work will include supporting the development of a regional plan for a mass transit system, overseeing a £1.783m investment in post-COVID-19 walking and cycling upgrades and supporting the decarbonising of the city’s transport systems. Marvin Rees, Mayor of Bristol, said: “Don showed during our first term that he’s a councillor who can get things done for the community he represents. I’ve asked him to join the Cabinet to bring with him that enthusiasm and drive forward our plans to deliver better-connected communities where people have transport options that link them to opportunity. “Transport is one of the biggest challenges the city has faced for generations. As with all big legacy issues such as this you need to be bold and plan for the long term. 36
Cllr Alexander said: “I’m grateful to the Mayor for this opportunity to play a part in delivering his ambitious goals for the city’s transport systems. We’re fortunate to have so many eager and talented partners at the table to work with on delivering sustainable and inclusive transport options. I look forward to working with them and residents on turning our ideas into reality. “As an active bus user and a supporter of our public transport services I feel I have a good sense as to the challenges communities face in trying to connect to other parts of the city. Whilst solid foundations have been laid to introduce the infrastructure and models of transport needed to make travel cleaner and more efficient, there remain challenges to ensure our transport network works as best as it can now. This includes making sure that highway maintenance is co-ordinated, that our roads and cycleways are fit for purpose and communities have a voice to help guide local interventions to keep roads safe for all.” The next meeting of Cabinet will be on Tuesday, 13 July at 4pm and can be viewed via the council’s YouTube channel.
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