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Welcome! Welcome to the September Edition of the Bedminster Eye, where we provide you with a guide to businesses at the heart of our community, along with articles of interest and information for local residents in the BS3 area. At the Bedminster Eye, we know how important it is to encourage and promote local businesses. We aim to bring together consumers and businesses in one convenient publication relevant to the local community. In this month’s issue, read our What’s On page to find out what events are on this September in Bedminster and Bristol. If you’re out and about this month with the kids find out about the best rainy day attractions you can visit in Bristol’s Harbourside.
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Carpet king We offer the Cheapest Carpets in Bristol coupled with great customer service St. Catherine’s Parade Bedminster, Bristol
Carpet and vinyl remnants Rolls of quality carpet & vinyl stock Samples brought to your home or office CARPETS FREE measure FROM £4.99 and quote service SQ METRE Fast and professional carpet fitting Floor sanding service
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Tel 0117 907 7517 or 07708 650433
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Rainy Days out in Bristol’s Harbourside There’s nothing worse than opening your curtains on the morning you’ve decided to spend the day outside, only to find that the heavens have opened and it’s pouring with rain. Your big plans for a day out are ruined, and now you’re faced with a long, wet day of traipsing round a theme park soaked to the bone or worse, stuck inside the house, staring out the window dreaming of the day that could have been.
SS GREAT BRITAIN Brunel’s engineering masterpiece the SS Great Britain has also made its home in Bristol’s Harbourside, which is the perfect place really especially due to the Harbourside’s vast history. SS Great Britain offers it’s guests the opportunity to experience the sights, sounds and smells of the SS Great Britain. You can stroll on the decks, take a look at the luxury cabins that the first class passengers used to travel in and learn about the SS Great Britain’s remarkable story about the ships first voyage in 1843 and about its rescue which saw her being recovered from the bottom of the South Atlantic to be returned to Bristol. BRISTOL MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY Ok, the Bristol Museum and Art Gallery may not be located in the Harbourside but it’s still worth a visit! The Bristol Museum and Art Gallery has exhibits ranging from prehistoric times to the finest of French art. There are 19 galleries set over 3 floors revealing ancient civilisations and cultures, human invention and creativity and also a display showcasing the natural world. Visit the World Cultures display to learn all about the Ancient Egyptians and archaeology from across the world. The Natural Sciences floor is where you can learn about the history of the planet in the geology gallery and look at all the amazing fossils and minerals. There is a family area perfect for children and includes an activity zone suitable for under 7’s. M SHED Set in a 1950’s Transit Shed, M Shed is a museum that explores the city’s history from prehistoric times to the 21st century. The museum uncovers Bristol’s heritage and trading history and its role in the transatlantic slave trade, explore the city’s wartime experiences, industrial heritage and engineering history. Entry is free to the public and the museum has exhibits of local people, local landmarks and an archive library.
But fear not! For Bristol’s Harbourside has many different attractions perfect for those rainy days out: AT-BRISTOL SCIENCE CENTRE At-Bristol is a state of the art interactive science centre involving kids and grown ups of all ages in the wonders of their scientific exhibitions. There is a huge futuristic sphere shaped Planetarium where you can sit back and do some stargazing and view the seasonal night sky shows, explorations of the solar system and the universe and there is also a show just for the under fives and families called Little Stars! Visit the Real Brain: Our Human Brain Exhibit where you will see a real human brain and learn about the human body. The Animate It! exhibit is your chance to join Morph and become an animator for the day and create your own storyboards. BRISTOL AQUARIUM The Bristol Aquarium is a brand new attraction to the Harbourside and has lots of beautiful sea life for you to see including tropical sharks, elegant seahorses and an undersea walk through tunnel where you will come face to face with the reef sharks and rays. The aquarium has an Amazon environment which is home to deadly piranhas and archer fish, Arowana, a giant Pacu and a large number of cute sea turtles. The centrepiece of Bristol Aquarium is the enormous Coral Sea display which is based on a warm water coral reef and has over 250 marine animals living in the coral.
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RAJANI SUPERSTORE EVERYTHING FOR THE HOME & GARDEN Swing Tennis RW325YYPU
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Tel: 0117 958 6448 Open: Monday-Saturday 9am-6pm Sunday and Bank Holidays 10am-4pm
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What’s On in Bedminster available to the venues outside the city centre.
Find out the latest events and activities you can do in Bedminster and the surrounding area this September 2013!
15TH SEPTEMBER 2013: BRISTOL HALF MARATHON. BRISTOL HARBOURSIDE
31ST AUGUST - 8TH SEPTEMBER 2013: BRISTOL INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF KITES AND AIR CREATIONS. ASHTON COURT ESTATE Returning for its 26th year, the Bristol International Festival of Kites and Air Creations is taking place in Ashton Court Estate in Bristol. Promising to be an action packed aerial extravaganza, there will be international kite guests travelling as far as Kuwait and America to join the enthusiasts and fellow flyers from across Europe. There will be flying displays, kite fighting battles. Artistic kites, musical synchronised routines, power kites, and colourful ground based air creations and banners. This free event will run from 11am to 5pm. 7TH SEPTEMBER: GROMIT UNLEASHED: A GRAND TRIP OUT HUNTING FOR GROMIT. BROAD QUAY, BRISTOL CITY CENTRE Join City Sightseeing Bristol on their open top bus for a Grand Trip Out Hunting for Gromit! All you need to do is step aboard the bus, sit back, relax and enjoy the views of Bristol while on your hunt for Gromit. Tickets cost £6 per person with £1 being donated to The Grand Appeal charity. 14TH SEPTEMBER 2013: BRISTOL DOORS OPEN DAY 2013. BRISTOL AND SURROUNDING AREA Bristol Open Doors Day will see the doors open to the general public to many of Bristol’s significant contemporary and historic buildings open their doors. Entry to all buildings is completely free and you will have a tour of the buildings, you may have to book your slot into some of the buildings so be sure to book in plenty of time. Many of the venues are within walking distance of the city centre and there will be buses
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Established as one of the UK’s most popular road races, the Bristol Half Marathon is now in its 25th year. The race will begin at Bristol’s historic Harbourside and take you through the sites of Bristol’s old city, Avon Gorge and Brunel’s famous Suspension Bridge. 21ST SEPTEMBER – 22ND SEPTEMBER 2013: BRISFEST. ASHTON COURT ESTATE Now in it’s sixth year, BrisFest is returning to Ashton Court Estate for a second year running. Headlining this year will be Primal Scream, Toddla T, Fabio & Grooverider, Kurtis Blow, The Nextmen, DJ EZ, Yes Sir Boss and many more. They top the bill in a lineup that will also feature a mix of over 200 local acts, positioning BrisFest as the main event of showcasing rising talent in the Southwest. There will also be a funfair, circus and cabaret. Live graffiti, live stand-up comedy, a kids area, street theatre and walkabout theatre, secret venues, body and soul therapy arena and plenty more. 29TH SEPTEMBER 2013: MAKE SUNDAYS SPECIAL. BRISTOL CITY CENTRE Make Sundays Special will see Bristol City Centre open to community groups, activity leaders, artists and street performers in a celebration of Bristol’s diverse culture. Bristol City Centre will be closed to motor traffic and will include a variety of markets, a new urban loop for people to run, cycle, skate, stroll, board or unicycle down, there will be dance groups performing, fitness camps, Tai Chi, puppet shows, street theatre, local history guided tours, judo demonstrations, comedy acts, plug in and play, choirs, stilt walkers and a circus.
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PIZZAS All pizzas are cooked freshly to order Extra Topping 80p each
9” Original Margarita v Cheese & Tomato...........£4.50 Vegetable Deluxe v Fresh Mushrooms, Green Peppers, Red Onion & Sweetcorn..............£4.50 Traditional Hawaiian Exotic Pineapple, Succulent Ham & Fresh Mushrooms..................£6.45 Chicken Lovers Tender Pieces of Chicken, Pineapple, Sweetcorn & Onion..........................£6.45 Texan Chicken Double Chicken, BBQ Sauce, Onion & Sweetcorn........................£6.45 Chicken Supreme, Chicken, Onion, Mushrooms, Green Peppers & Sweetcorn.............£6.45 Pepperoni Passion, Double Pepperoni, Succulent Ham & Red Onion............................£6.45 The Meaty One, Double Spicy Beef, Succulent Ham & Pepperoni..............................£6.45 Mexican Hot, Pepperoni, Onion, Jalapenos & Green Peppers................................£6.45 American Hot, Spicy Beef, Red Onion, Green Peppers & Jalapenos................................£6.45 House Special, Roast Chicken, Double Cheese, Peppers, Olives & Sweetcorn..............................£6.45 Free Choice, (Any 4 Toppings)........................£6.45
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Win a meal for 2 at Raj Mahal City
Just on the door step of the city centre, Raj Mahal City welcome you to experience dining perfection in a modern and elegant atmosphere. They have a buffet available every lunchtimes (apart from Saturdays) and all day Sunday, offering a wide selection of mouth watering dishes. As for the evening, they present an A La Carte menu prepared by their experienced chefs. Raj Mahal City is located at 69 Clarence Road, Redcliffe, Bristol BS1 6RP. You can call them on 0117 9290429 or visit their website to see the menu and photographs at www.rajmahalbristol.co.uk Enter our competition and you could be in with the chance of winning a meal for two - see below for details or visit www.rajmahalbristol.co.uk to read more about the restaurant.
Raj Mahal Competition For your chance to win a meal for two consisting of two starters, two main courses, one rice and one naan bread, simply answer the question below by 22nd September 2013: What does the word ‘raj’ mean? A. King B. Queen C. Prince Please send all answers to: enquiries@bedminstereye.co.uk
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We welcome you to enjoy a divine dining experience in luxurious, relaxing surroundings. We pride ourselves on our mouthwatering dishes made with fresh quality ingredients and our friendly, professional service.
fine Indian cuisine
Choice of Tandoori Dishes
Chefs Specialities including Exquisite Duck, Chicken & Lamb Dishes Choice of Seafood Dishes including Prawn Sagwala, Salmon Tikka, Bhuna Trout, Crab Masala
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KURZI LAMB OR CHICKEN £65.00 This feast is for four people and it consists of A whole leg of lamb or two whole chickens that have been in marinated for 12 hours and then slow flame cooked. This meal is fit for a Raj and it includes papadoms and pickles to start with. The Kurzi dish is accompanied with vegetable sides and rice. Requires 24 Hours Notice.
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THE OSTRICH INN IS LOCATED ON BRISTOL’S FLOATING HARBOUR
Built around 1745, we are full of charming character and history… We are well known in Bristol for having the largest outdoor seating area in the city and our smugglers’ cave! We believe in great food, excellent beer and a warm, cosy atmosphere. Make the most of our picturesque harbourside location by taking advantage of our large beer garden. The excellent range of cask ales and beers means that you’re sure to find something to suit. All of this added to the wide-ranging pub food menu makes The Ostrich Inn an excellent pub for all. Our extensive menu offers delicious fayre to all, including: STEAKS, PIES, GOURMET BURGERS, SALADS, NACHOS, PLOUGHMAN’S – VEGETARIAN OPTIONS AVAILABLE
Lower Guinea Street, Redcliffe, Bristol BS1 6TJ Tel: 0117 927 3774 www.sabrain.com/ostrich Email: ostrich@sabrain.com
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Sit Back & Relax We Do It All!! CALL US TODAY: 0117 908 0349 The White Hart, Bedminster Parade BS3 4HL
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Historic pub a stone’s throw from Bristol’s harbour, where Blackbeard the Pirate used to drink! HOT & COLD FOOD AVAILABLE EVERY DAY From 4pm Monday & Tuesday Midday til Late Wednesday to Sunday
19 GUINEA STREET REDCLIFFE BRISTOL BS1 6SX
The selection of drinks behind the bar is quirky and offers real quality and choice. Real ales, ciders, wheat beers and lagers will be available alongside an array of quality spirits. Why not try The Golden Guinea’s signature drink ‘Blackbeard Cider’?
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Open Mic and Invited Guests Acoustic Night EVERY SUNDAY 8AM - 12 MIDNIGHT
Live Folk Night Every Tuesday Reggae, Funk etc., DJ every Thursday 8pm - Close
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Drinks pakages, buffets available, music equipment, BBQ and late license available - call for details or email info@thegoldenguinea.co.uk
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A key contributor in the City of Bristol’s successful Entente Florale Europe Gold Medal Award 2012
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• FORTHCOMING EVENTS: 7th & 8th September Events and exhibitions including: Bee and Pollination Festival 21st September Tonics and Elixirs workshop 29th September Watercolour Painting Day School 30th September Traditional Botanic Painting and Drawing Open: September 7 days a week; October Sunday – Friday. 10am-4.30pm Admission: £3.50 Children up to age of 16 free Stoke Park Road, Stoke Bishop, Bristol, BS9 1JG. Tel: 0117 331 4906. Botanic-gardens@bristol.ac.uk www.bris.ac/botanic-garden Visit www.bedminstereye.co.uk
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Guide to Buying a Brand New Car even better idea of what the car is like and if you are well suited to it. Ask the dealer if you can take the car for a proper drive around the area to get a feel for it. Sometimes you can take the car away for a weekend so ask if they offer that too. Here are some questions to consider when test driving the car:
This September will see the new ‘53 number plates taking to the roads for the first time and you may just be thinking about purchasing a brand new car with the new number plate. If you are considering buying a nice and shiny new car with the ‘53’ number plate then read our guide to help you through the process. PRICE RANGE Before you get carried away thinking about which make and model you’re going to buy, work out a budget of how much you are willing and able to spend on your new car. Different makes and models of car have different finishes and specs so a sport version, a different interior spec or even the finish of the exterior paint work may cost more than the basic model. CHOOSING THE CAR So you’ve settled on the price range of car you’re happy to buy, now the fun can begin! If you already have a car in mind then head straight to your local dealership, but if you have a few in mind it is wise to do a bit of research. Browse websites like topgear.com to read expert reviews (although be weary as they may be biased) and visit the local dealerships to have a look at the cars for yourself. You may find that the original car you had in mind isn’t at all what you expected and you need to reassess your choices. TAKE A TEST DRIVE This is probably one of the most influential parts of your overall decision. Test driving a car will give you an
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● Is it comfortable? ● What’s the visibility like? ● Do you enjoy driving it? ● What are the gears like? NEGOTIATE WITH YOUR DEALER Discussing prices with the dealer could save you some money and also bag you a few extras. However, take caution as usually if it is a brand new car that you are buying, there isn’t much room to negotiate a cheaper deal. Do make sure you get as much out of them as possible though. Ask if they can give you any extras like alloy wheels, if you could upgrade the interior of the car or even receive a free seven day insurance, you’ll be surprised what you could receive. If you are taking out finance with the dealership then you may find that the dealers are willing to give you a discount or chuck in a years road tax for free! When you have a good idea of what you are looking for and what car fits your needs and budget, buying the car will be the easiest bit.
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Plastic Bumper Repairs Collection/Delivery Service Available Locally Bodywork Repairs • Accident Repairs • Plastic Bumper Repairs • Resprays • Panel Beating • Welding • Car Body Repair Work Car Body Repair Specialists We have been established for over 37 years with a wealth of experience in the motor trade Small Repairs, Dents, Scratches
Covering all areas Count on us to achieve excellent results for your vehicle Davis Yard, Church Road, Bristol BS13 8JU
0117 978 1911 / 07887 644867 www.bumper-repairs-bristol.co.uk
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WILLIAMS PANELCRAFT LTD Welding to MOT Standards Accident Repairs Resprays Classic Car Restoration Bumper Repairs Alloy Wheel Refurbishment
3 Willway Street, Bedminster, BS3 4BG
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Based at Bristol City Football Club
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Family Cars We are a family run car dealership based in Bedminster. We have been established over 25 years supplying generations of families with quality used vehicles We pride ourselves on our friendly, honest approach and many of our cars are purchased from main dealers with full service history
Cars from £500 - £2000 Range of Warranties Available Please pop in anytime to view our stock or tell us of your requirements We will do our best to find you the car your require at the right price PA3309C71
6 Whitehouse Lane, Bedminster, Bristol BS3 4DW
Tel: 0117 963 7737
WhitehouseMOTCentre We offer Servicing, Repairs and MOT at realistic and fair prices
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TileyofBristol The Main dealer for used cars in Bristol
All vehicle types available
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We can part exchange your old car
Take a look around our forecourt
Hartcliffe Way, Bristol, Avon BS3 5SD
0117 9231231
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