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Voice goes to Downing Street

Gospel Hall plans allowed on appeal

Old Rentokil site to be developed after inspector steps in

Page 3 Bridge work on track

Church Road works to finish at the end of November

Page 5 Calling it a day at the WIA

Federation head retires after 20 years.

Voice Editor Richard Drew (centre), with the Prime Minister and local Conservative candidate Luke Hall. Details, page 14

Spotlight on solar farms as project is rejected AS one plan for a solar farm in the Frome Valley is rejected, yet another is waiting for a decision. The area already has Says Farm generating electricity near Coalpit Heath, while power should start to flow from Grange Farm, Winterbourne, in

November. Now 37 acres at Hammond Court Farm, a neighbouring site to Grange Farm, could house even more solar panels. But the prospect of thousands of them covering fields in Latteridge, Iron Acton, was halted by concerned

councillors. They said top quality agricultural land, footpaths and nearby listed buildings, including the 1686 Commonwealth House, had to be protected. Story, Page 7

Page 9 Advent artists needed

Calendar trail for Christmas planned in Winterbourne.

Page 20 Call for MetroBus to run through Frome Valley

Politicians want Coalpit Heath stops

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Gospel hall plan gets go-ahead after appeal A PLANNING inspector has ruled that a gospel hall and three family homes can be built on the site of the former Rentokil depot in Frampton Cotterell. South Gloucestershire Council had rejected the scheme earlier this year but an appeal was lodged and planning inspector Jonathan Manning has now given it the green light. Councillors were against the development because they didn’t want to lose land that could continue to be used for business and jobs. Residents also feared potential problems over parking, noise and access into Court Road, where the depot was based until pest control company Rentokil relocated. They said large numbers of people attending meetings in the hall would bring in extra traffic that would affect road safety, cause congestion and lead to onstreet parking. But Freshwater Design and Build, which had proposed the hall for the Greenfield Gospel

Hall Trust, said there would be parking onsite and in an overflow parking area. There was particular local concern about monthly meetings that would involve congregations of up to 270 people and weekly events bringing in up to 125, on top of weekly Sunday and Monday meetings. Mr Manning said: “I acknowledge the concerns with regard to potential for noise and disturbance from comings and goings from the gospel hall. “The existing site has operated as a pest control business and depot, with ancillary offices, and I understand the site has been used for general industry in the past. “Consequently, I consider that the intensity of use of the site is likely to decrease as a result of

the proposal. “I accept there is likely to be some disturbance on a Sunday, particularly for the monthly, larger, early service. However, this would be infrequent and any harm would not be sufficient to result in the refusal of the appeal.” But Mr Manning said the

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Councillor claims dust complaint could result in pre-school closure CLAIMS have been made that Coalpit Heath Pre-school could face a big rent increase, which might force it to close. Frampton Cotterell parish councillor Michaela Crumpton alleged a 31 percent rise was possible as a consequence of her complaining about dust in the Manor Hall, where the pre-school is based. But the Manor Hall Trust, which is responsible for the building, said it was still involved in negotiations with the pre-school and both sides would be meeting for talks in November. Mrs Crumpton, who is also a governor at the Manor Primary School next door to the hall, said she approached South Gloucestershire Council’s environmental health officers because of dust produced while wooden floors were being sanded down. The work was part of a recent £100,000 facelift of the hall and although most work was done while the pre-school was closed, some sanding was carried out while children were in another part of the premises. Mrs Crumpton could not say how much the pre-school was currently paying in rent but said a 31 per cent rise would be “unbelievable”. Pre-school leader Wendy Lacey said she had been told by hall trustees not to comment to the press. South Gloucestershire Council spokesman Darren Jones said: “Our environmental health team visited Manor Hall in Coalpit Heath to investigate a complaint relating to dust created by contractors working at the site. “We are working with all parties involved and have been giving them advice regarding their responsibilities.”

Appeal to trace witnesses to Coalpit Heath incident Police are trying to trace a group of people who assisted a woman during an incident on Ram Hill in Coalpit Heath. It happened at about 2.45pm on Wednesday October 22. A man was arrested following the incident and subsequently charged in connection with it. He has appeared in court. At the time of the incident members of the public assisted a woman until police arrived. Police would like to trace anyone who was present and witnessed what happened. They are asking people to contact the investigations team at A6 Leaflet-Mar13:Layout 1 12/4/13 17:01 Page 1 110030/14. Concorde House quoting crime reference

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IT’S taken many months but the end is in sight for a major project that has seen the crumbling old bridge in Church Road, Frampton Cotterell, replaced. By the end of November, the three-way temporary traffic lights that have been in place since early September will have gone and traffic will flow normally once more. The £250,000 scheme was started back in the spring with the first and shortest of two closures of the road at the point where the bridge crosses over the River Frome. A further six-week closure was imposed in the summer for the bridge to be demolished and a high-tech prefabricated bridge deck brought in to replace it. The operation became a star attraction, with villagers turning out to watch the work in progress, a time-lapse video recording the various phases and armchair viewers watching live updates on the South Gloucestershire Council website. Throughout the project, work has continued on schedule and now it is on target to end in just a few weeks. It was due to increasing

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End approaches for Church Road bridge operation demands of higher traffic levels that the old bridge, near St Peter’s Church, had to be replaced. Its condition had resulted in a 13-tonne weight limit being introduced on the structure to prevent heavy vehicles being driven over it but the level of deterioration meant it had to make way for a new bridge. The timing of the phases meant the road was only fully closed at the quietest times but drivers had to endure a long diversion through Iron Acton and Yate when the closures were in place. However, there was little or no disruption for pedestrians and cyclists as a temporary route was created for them in Church Road. Latest technology means the village now has a bridge made from advanced composite materials, which will be cheaper to maintain, is stronger and more resistant to corrosion.

It was put together at the National Composites Centre in Emersons Green and transported on the back of a lorry to Frampton, where fascinated onlookers watched it lowered into position. Stonework from the demolished bridge was also saved in order to be used for the parapets of the replacement, making it look as traditional as the old structure.

The temporary traffic signals had to remain to allow final work to be completed. That is currently being done – from re-installing utilities to laying a new surface on the road and pavements. Frampton Cotterell councillor Dave Hockey said: “There is still a fair bit of work to be done but November 26 is the date set for completion so fingers crossed it will be met.”

Two arrested men released without charge Two men arrested in connection with the murder of Barry Rubery, from Iron Acton, have been released by police without charge. Mr Rubery, 68, was found dead at his home on April 28 2010. The two men, aged 30 and 19, were arrested on Tuesday Sept 30 at addresses in Bristol and Peterborough. They were due to answer bail on October 29, but have been told they face no further action.

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Businesswoman looks for award nominees The owner of a local beauty salon is looking for deserving people to be nominated for her annual Christmas treat. Myriam Rogerson, who owns Beauty Plus by Myriam, has treated deserving locals at Christmas time for several years. This year Myriam wants to know if there are any local care homes readers wish to nominate. In previous years the treats went to the hardworking members of the young community, parents of people with special needs and volunteers who give so much of their time to help fundraise to help others. Myriam said; “We live in a village with friendly, very considerate, helpful and thoughtful residents. Let’s keep the spirit alive”.

Trio in harmony for military charities A CLOSE harmony singing trio are about to perform at a charity event in Iron Acton Village Hall. The Dixie Belles – Ruby Pearl and Iris - entertain with their 1940s and 50s-style singing that is reminiscent of the Andrews Sisters. Money raised from the event on Saturday, November 8, will go to Combat Stress and Help for Heroes. Organised by Yate Rotary Club, the concert starts at 7.30pm and tickets, to include a hot supper and pudding, cost £18. Phone 07964 689156 for details.

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New manager for Nat West in Winterbourne

New Nat West manager Joanna Jones (centre), and her Winterbourne team Nat West has announced a new manager for its Winterbourne Branch. Jo Jones has has taken up the post, having previously worked in the Yate branch. She brings a wealth of experience from her

28 years in the bank. Jo said; “The team would love to meet you and have a chat, whether you currently bank with Natwest or not, so why not pop in and say hello”.

Theatre group seeks men’s voices Winterbourne Musical Theatre is appealing for more young men to join their ranks as they prepare for their Christmas Show. The show, called ‘A Christmas Cracker’,will be held on Thursday 4th and Friday 5th December in Winterbourne Community Centre. It features well-known songs and carols, as well as comedy, drama and other seasonal items. Louise Harrison told the Voice; “While the 15 or so men who are currently members of the cast make a wonderful sound on stage, some have been in the society for a very long time! They would therefore welcome two or three new under 40s, or even under 50s, to swell their ranks! No singing or drama experience

is required, just an enthusiasm to give anything a try. Winterbourne Musical Theatre will be putting on another show in early March and has vacancies for a couple more tenors and altos”. The society rehearses on Thursday nights from 7.30 - 10pm in Winterbourne Community Centre. It would also love to hear from people who would like to get involved with set design, stage management, and the technical aspects of producing a show. Tickets for the Christmas show cost £6 and include mince pies. Contact 01454 317408 or visit the website www.winterbournemusical. co.uk

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Sun goes down on solar farm plan as D-day for further scheme approaches PLANNERS have turned down a company’s bid to install 37,000 solar panels on a site in Iron Acton. It was the latest solar farm project for the Frome Valley to be determined and comes as another site - in Winterbourne – waits in the wings for a decision. AEE Renewables had initially considered putting more than 43,000 panels on land at Green Farm, Latteridge. It later scaled down the scheme but said it would still be able to generate enough “green” power for 2,020 homes. But opposition from councillors and residents led to members of South Gloucestershire Council’s development control committee rejecting the plan, despite planning officers recommending approval. They said it was inappropriate development in the green belt, would reduce the productivity of good quality agricultural land and have a detrimental impact on the countryside. Iron Acton parish councillors had also highlighted the effect on those running bed and breakfast establishments which overlooked the site. South Gloucestershire’s own environment and climate change officer, while acknowledging the contribution the solar farm would make towards meeting renewable energy targets, had advised considering other sites first because of the loss of the agricultural land. Dave Hockey, who represents the area on South

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Gloucestershire Council, was among those who spoke against the plan. He said: “The site is crisscrossed by well-used footpaths and is close to nationally listed buildings. “There are only 32 houses in Latteridge and a solar farm would have dominated the landscape.” Meanwhile, members of the council’s sites inspection panel have visited Hammond Court Farm, off Trench Lane

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in Winterbourne, where Solar Power South wants to use more than 37 acres for generation. Earlier this year, the company won permission for a solar farm at nearby Grange Farm, which is now being built by operator Conergy and should be finished in November. If consent is also given for Hammond Court Farm, it will lead to the generation of enough electricity for 3,120 homes, on top of the power to be generated at Grange Farm for 3,750 homes.

Winterbourne Parish Council said it had no objection as long as the views from neighbouring properties were not affected. Through agreements between solar farms and parish councils, trust funds have been set up to give cash boosts to communities from the production of power. As a result of the agreement with Grange Farm, Frampton Cotterell Parish Council could receive more than £450,000 in today’s money over the 25-year lifetime of the solar panels.

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Highlighting the danger of traffic lights at busy junction

Updated lights unlikely in the near future South Gloucestershire traffic engineers have met with local councillors to discuss the problems faced by pedestrians wishing to cross one of the busiest junctions in the area. Pat and Dave Hockey met the engineers at the junction of Church Road and Bristol Road in Frampton Cotterell recently to highlight the problem after reports of near misses for people trying to cross the road. Sarah Rees, who lives in Tara Close off Perrinpit Road, was accompanying her son to the Church of England School in Rectory Road and stopped to point out how dangerous it is, especially for school children, to cross the busy junction without a pedestrian crossing. She had previously contacted Village Action about it as she is keen for children to be able to walk to their local school. Pat reminded the engineers, one of whom specialises in traffic signals, that these may well be the oldest surviving traffic lights in South Gloucestershire. She had been told years ago that they were approaching the end of their life and would be replaced enabling a pedestrian phase to be added. Meanwhile the traffic has got worse and budgets have got tighter. The replacement would be expensive as it would involve changing the layout of the junction and providing new

Sarah Rees and son Callum discuss the problem lights with Cllr Pat Hockey cabling as well as new traffic lights - so renewing them is not currently planned. The Engineers were sympathetic and promised to ensure that these lights would be checked to see if they

could be given priority in the programme for replacement and refurbishment which is due to start in about a year’s time. Pat has promised to raise the issue again when the Council’s highways capital programme is

considered in the spring. “It is no use urging people to get out of their cars and encouraging children to walk to school if they have to dodge the traffic to get to the bus stop, to school or to the rest of the village”.

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Information leaflets boss retires to be served up with meals A CHARITY that helps people in South Gloucestershire find new interests and make new friends has teamed up with a meal delivery service to spread the word about its work. Well Aware is run by the Care Forum and is used by thousands of individuals, carers and health and social care professionals to find the information they need. Its website www.wellaware.org.uk has more than 5,500 entries and covers South Gloucestershire and all areas with a BS postcode. But the Well Aware team wants to reach more people, especially those who feel isolated or vulnerable or who do not use the internet. The charity’s marketing officer David Harwood, of Frampton Cotterell, said it had joined forces with Wiltshire Farm Foods, which delivers frozen meals direct to customers. As a result, the company will now also distribute thousands of Well Aware leaflets along with the dinners. Mr Harwood said: “Its service is primarily focused on older people and those with disabilities and I realised they might be able to reach the people that we most wanted to contact.” Company director Robbie Pender said: “Our drivers are specially trained to do more than just deliver frozen meals. “Wherever possible a customer will have the same driver each week so they build up a relationship. We’re planning for all our staff to be trained in the use of Well Aware.” The charity can also be contacted free on 0808 808 5252.

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The man who oversaw the creation of Winterbourne International Academy has retired after two decades at the school. Dr Rob Gibson, officially retired from his role as Chief Executive Principal of The Ridings’ Federation of Academies before half term. Dr Gibson was first Head of The Ridings High School and became Chief Executive Principal of The Ridings’ Federation of Academies in 2009; an organisation that includes Winterbourne International Academy, Yate International Academy, Woodlands Primary, the Federation Sixth Form and Ridings’ Commerce Ltd. Having initially announced his retirement to staff at the end of the 2013-14 academic year, the Academy Trust invited Dr Gibson to continue in the role on a part-time basis to oversee a number of strategic tasks for an interim period.

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Windmill Golf Academy raises over £1700 for local charity Local golfers have helped to raise £1,720 for the Paul’s Place charity. 88 players enjoyed a day at the Kendleshire Golf Club, organised by the nearby Windmill Golf Academy. The teams ranged from professional golfers to occasional players. The day which was eventually won by a group from The Player’s/ Chipping Sodbury GC. An auction and raffle which included a week’s stay in a villa in Portugal was held after the golf. Other prizes included several rounds of golf and over £1000 worth of team prizes. The day was arranged and organized by Manager Emma Brown & Nigel Perris of the Windmill Golf Academy. £200 of the total was raised by Windmill manager Adrian Smith after running the Bristol Half Marathon. Academy Director Rob Keller said, “We are pleased that over the past 4 years we have raised over £10,000 for several charities and look forward to carrying on the tradition in the future. We thank everyone for all their support and generosity.

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Appeal launched for cider mill An appeal has been launched to to buy the historic stone cider mill which was is used at the Winterbourne Medieval Barn. £3600 is needed so it can be kept permanently at the Barn. Cider-making was an important activity on farms in this area, and it was customary for farm workers to be given cider as part of their wages. Local varieties of apple, some of which are now very rare, gave each cider its distinctive flavour – very different from most modern mass-produced products Contributions to the Cider Mill Appeal can be made online at www.btplc.com/mydonate by entering "Winterbourne Barn" in the purple Charity Search box on the MyDonate page. The final event of 2014 at Winterbourne Medieval Barn

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Crib festival showcases work from around the world

Organisers say the community event, from the 3-7 December, has quickly established itself as the most anticipated Festival in the Chipping Sodbury Calendar. The festival features an collection of around 200 nativity cribs, arts, and crafts from around the world. This year an ‘angels’ theme will include cribs loaned from South America, Asia, Greece, and from all around the UK. There is a feature display from Salisbury Cathedral’s crib figures. 4,500 visitors to the 2013 event enjoyed a collection of contemporary and traditional nativity cribs, many gifted and loaned for the exhibition. The Bishop of Tewkesbury opens the Festival at a VIP reception on the evening of the 2 December and public viewing runs from Wednesday 3 December through to Sunday 7 December.

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Talented students achieve Arts Award Nine arts students at Winterbourne International Academy have achieved 100% pass rate in an Arts Award managed by Trinity College London in association with Arts Council England. It was the first year the award has run; the mission was to support young people who want to deepen their engagement with the arts, build creative and leadership skills, and to achieve a national qualification. Students had to teach a lesson to a GCSE class of students, interview a professional in the Arts industry and research future career and education pathways. In addition to this a large amount of their time was spent devising a performance. ‘A Tree Without Roots’, was performed in the Summer Term of 2014

in front of 100 members of the public. £300 was raised to support the Academy’s work with Indian underprivileged schools. Drama Teacher, Sarah Joseph said “These nine students have set the bar incredibly high and the Arts Learning Area are very proud of what they have achieved. Congratulations to them all! The Arts Award will be running again this year and we will now be collaborating with other subjects.” Pictured right, Art Award students; George Angus, Maya Prowse-Hall, Becky Walding, Charlotte Mulderrig, Emily Horseman, Emily Wilkings, Olivia Date, Luke Harper and Jack Nelson

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Frome Valley Voice heads to the heart of Government ‘The Prime Minister requests the company of Richard Drew’. The invitation arrived with the crest at the top, and ’10 Downing Street’ on the back of the envelope. I have to confess the invite wasn’t a complete surprise. I’d already been asked by Luke Hall, the Conservatives prospective candidate for Thornbury and Yate at the next election. He’d invited me to be his guest at a reception for representatives of the regional press. So, on an overcast Thursday, I found myself queuing, having met up with Luke, waiting to get into perhaps the most famous street in Britain. As we waited, the Yorkshire cricket team wandered up and started milling around. It turns out winning the county championship is enough to warrant a reception all of your own, but not before I’d had the chance to see Johny Bairstow, Dickie Bird and coach Jason Gillespie up close. The last time I had walked up Downing Street I was in short trousers, there were no gates,

and my dad had managed to say good morning to Dennis Healey as he wandered out of No11. This time it was a little bit different, having to go through airport style security. That negotiated, there was a distinct thrill in walking up the famous road, and heading up to the even more famous big black door. That it swung open and we were welcomed in was distinctly surreal. Luke may be a Conservative and a part of their election hopes next year but he, like me, had never been inside No10. Like many famous places depicted on TV news and dramas, it felt like we had; especially walking up the stairs with all the portraits of previous PM’s hanging on the wall. The wine was good, the canapés tasty if tiny, but most people were waiting for David Cameron to turn up. He’d been held up not only by the Yorkshire team, but by a visiting foreign dignitary. When he did arrive, you felt the atmosphere change. Most people were keeping an eye

on him, hoping to have a chat. His speech was funny and non-political. He thanked the local press for its democratic role and apologised for not being able to stay longer, explaining he had to catch a plane to Milan for breakfast with Vladimir Putin the next day. Then he was off. Talking to people as he went, he was definitely heading away from Luke and myself. In danger of missing the snap we needed for the paper, I headed the PM off at the top of the stairs, and asked him if we could get a picture. He was happy to oblige before heading off for his meeting with

Vladimir. There was still time to take a look at some of the other rooms in Number 10, the state silver in the dining room and some of the works of art hanging on the walls, including a neon lit Tracey Emin number. There was one last treat on the way out, the long walk down the corridor towards the big black door, following in the footsteps of Prime Ministers throughout the centuries. The only disappointment of the day? Not being able to keep my invitation. That would have merited a place on the kitchen noticeboard.

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Staff at Winterbourne International Academy are celebrating after being awarded the British Council International School Award, which recognises schools that have excelled in the area of international learning. The Award is an internationally recognised accreditation, awarded to those that forge links with partners overseas and add an international dimension to the curriculum. The Academy said this aspect of their curriculum links it with other schools around the world and teaches students about other countries and cultures. It also prepares students for living and working in the global economy and enhances teaching standards through sharing teaching methods. John Rolfe, from the British Council, said: ‘The Academy’s fantastic international work has rightfully earned this prestigious award. The International School Award is a great chance for schools to demonstrate the important work they’re doing to bring the world into their classrooms. Adding an international dimension to children’s education ensures that they are truly global citizens and helps prepare them for successful future careers in an increasingly global economy.’

Age UK South Gloucestershire are warning people to be on their guard against bogus callers. The charity says it’s been made aware of an incident where a bogus caller, claiming to be one of its representatives, cold called an older person offering to undertake some home decorating and repairs. The rogue caller then asked for money to buy materials. Sarah Buckle from the charity said: “Age UK South Gloucestershire want to remind older people across the area that we never make unsolicited cold calls to people’s homes. Our representatives help many older people, either our volunteers who offer a befriending service or our Information and Advice workers who help with benefits advice and form completion. However, their visit will never be unexpected. Our professionals always make appointments and never cold call”. “In addition Age UK South Gloucestershire will never ask for any money for their advice. Neither will they ask if you keep money in your home. Our professionals carry official identification and will encourage you to scrutinise it. If you are ever unsure about a caller who claims to be from Age UK South Gloucestershire please close your front door and call our office number. Our professionals will not be offended if you are cautious. If you feel unhappy or intimidated please call the police on 999”. If you think that you or someone you know has been a victim of a bogus caller please contact Trading Standards, Age UK South Gloucestershire or the police on 101. However, if you feel a crime is in progress call 999.

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n Friends of FV Medical Centre -Quiz Night with Supper & Skittles Winterbourne Community Centre - details to follow

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n Winterbourne Community Centre at 7.30pm. Quiz Night with Supper and Skittles £7.50 each. Teams of 4 or teams can be formed on the night. Tickets available from Mike on 01454 775568 or Mary on 01454 775003. Proceeds to Friends of Frome Valley Medical Centre

November 15

n Handmade Craft Fair in aid of MS. Zion Hall, Woodend Road, Frampton Cotterell Coffe and Cake. 10.30 - 3pm

November 22

n Christmas Market, 10am-3pm. The Friends of Winterbourne International Academy will be holding its annual Christmas Market on Saturday 22nd November 10am- 3pm. This is an event that has been established over many years and is extremely popular within the local community. Venue: Winterbourne International Academy, High Street, Winterbourne, BS36 1JLowing to building work, entrance will be via Flaxpits Lane.

November 27-29

Actonians Drama Group present Bazaar And Rummage by Sue Townsend 7.30 pm at Iron Acton

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n St Michael’s Church, Winterbourne, Christmas Fayre, Saturday November 29, 10.302.30pm, St Michael’s Rooms, High Street, Winterbourne. Christmas gifts, children’s craft tables, cards, games, cakes, hot lunches served 12-2 and much much more.

December 3

n Friend of FromeValley Medical Centre AGM with Guest Speaker 7.00 pm at Frome Valley Medical Centre - All Welcome We are looking for up to two dynamic new members to join our committee. If you are interested in helping us to continue the work of the charity contact Mary on 10454 775003 for further information

December 4

n The Big Christmas Sing 7pm9pm The Churches Together in Frampton Cotterell & Coalpit Heath have been holding The Big Christmas Sing since 2009 & have raised around £2800 for Christian Aid. This year’s event will be held on Thursday December 4th 7pm-9pm at the Winterbourne International Academy (entrance via Flaxpits

Lane). The Big Christmas Sing is a real community event- it involves local choirs & the local schools. We also have a performance from ‘The For One Night Only Community Scratch Choir’!! This choir is open to anyone in the community of all ages (last year we managed ages 6- 89!) & ability- we have four rehearsals, & then really go for it on the night! (This year’s rehearsals are on Wednesday 5th, 12th, 19th, & 26th November at Zion Church Frampton Cotterell 6.15-7.15pm- all are welcome).There are also carols for everyone in the audience to join in with & lots of good fun & cheer along the way! For further information please contact Alison Bray via Zion Church Office 01454 776618

December 8 & 9

n “Crossbow Singers’ Christmas Concert will take place on Monday and Tuesday, 8th and 9th December, in Crossbow House, School Road, Frampton Cotterell. The evening of festive music will begin at 7.30 pm. Tickets, costing £6 each, are available from either Rose (Monday tickets) on 01454 772675, or Mary (Tuesday tickets) on 01454 887885. Please come along and support your local choir.”

December 13

Crossbow Pre-School Xmas Bazaar on Saturday 13th December, 10am-12 noon at St Peters Hall.

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n Toddler Group 9.30-11.30am (termtime) Winterbourne Early Years Centre, Greenfield Centre, Park Ave, Winterbourne. For more information call Helen 01454 773781. n Open Door bereavement suport group. 10.30-12.00 every first Monday., St Peter’s Church Baby Group 1-3pm (termtime) Winterbourne Early Years Centre, Greenfield Centre, Park Ave, Winterbourne. For more information call Helen 01454 773781. n Memory Cafe, run by the Alzheimer’s Society. The Greenfield Centre, Winterbourne, 2pm - 4pm 1st Monday of month. Scrabble, The Community Centre, Winterbourne, 2- 4.30pm n Manor Hall Gardening & Social Club The Manor Hall 2.-3.30pm. First Monday of the month, (except for Bank Holidays on the second Monday). n 1st Winterbourne Down and Buryside Beavers Scouts 5pm until 6:30pm at the Scout

November at Winterbourne Library Opening hours: Monday: Closed Tuesday: 9.30am – 7.00pm Wednesday: 9.30am – 5.00pm Thursday: Closed Friday: 9.30am – 7.00pm Saturday: 9.30am – 5pm Rhymetime: Rhymes and songs for parents and babies/ toddlers to enjoy together every Tuesday morning 9.30 – 10.00am Pre School Storytime: Wednesdays 9.30 – 10.00am for stories and crafts, term time only. Chatterbooks for book lovers in Years 5 and 6 will be meeting on Saturday 15 November 2.30 – 3.30pm. If you’re interested in joining the group please speak to a member of staff

Our well loved Craft Group will be meeting 10.00am – 12.00 noon on Saturday 1 November and on Saturday 15 November they’ll be holding a special Christmas Craft Sale. So come along and buy locally made craft items as stocking fillers or an individual gift for that extra special person! The Book Group for Parents will be meeting on Friday 7 October 2.00 – 3.00pm New members are always welcome – please speak to a member of staff or contact the group’s facilitator Liz on 07825510079 Can’t get to the library? The Home Library Service volunteers may be able to help

by bringing books, talking books and CDs regularly to your home. For more information please contact the library on 01454 868006. We’ll be pleased to help. New Computer Class commencing February 2015 Starting at Winterbourne library in February 2015, South Gloucestershire and Stroud College will be running another of their popular basic computing skills classes. The class will run for 18 weeks and is free to participants. If you are interested please speak to a member of staff. But if you can’t make a long term commitment, you could book a session with our volunteer Mike who is at the

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November, 2014 E: richard@fromevalleyvoice.co.uk hut on Green Dragon Road, Winterborne. n 1st Winterbourne Beavers, Cubs and Scouts. Meet Monday evenings in St. Michael’s Room. winterbournesmgsl@ cotswoldedgescouts.org.uk 01454 775024 n North Road Ladies, Iron Action Parish Hall, 7.30, every first Monday. n Women’s Fellowship Zion Church Hall 2.30p.m.- 3.45 (from the middle of September) Programme of speakers, choirs etc., followed by a cup of tea. 50p per week. For more details ring Pat Lax 886830 n Iron Acton WI Iron Acton Parish Hall, 7.30, second Monday of month. n Crossbow Singers, Crossbow House, Frampton Cotterell. 7.30. n Winterbourn Down Border Morris Morris Dancing, All Saint’s Church Hall, 8.15pm n Line dancing with Laughter in Line, Zion Church Hall, Woodend Rd, Frampton Cotterell. Beginners 7.30pm, Improvers, 8.30pm. Info Sarah 01454 773929 www.laughterinline.org

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n Rhymetime. Winterbourne Library. 9.30 – 10am. Rhymes and songs for parents and babies/toddlers to enjoy together. n Slimming World 9.30 The Greenfield Centre, Winterbourne. Tel Becca 07721 907780 n Knit and Natter The Beacon@ Zion United Church. 10am 12noon. Contact Mary Thexton 01454 850704 n Yate Visually Impaired Group. Yate Fire Station 2.30 pm every other Tuesday Contact Gay Williams 01454 321749 gab56@ btinternet.com n Winterbourne Ladies, The Greenfield Centre, Winterbourne, 7.30 -10pm, second Tuesday of month. n Crossbow Bridge Club, Crossbow House. 7.30pm n Slimming World 7.30 Elm Park School, Winterbourne. Tel Becca 07721 907780 n Centre Squares (dancing). Winterbourne Comunity Centre 7.45pm n Frampton Cotterell WI. Crossbow House, 7.45, fourth Tuesday of month n Folk Dancing. Crossbow House, Frampton Cotterell. 8.30 -10.30pm, 1st & 3rd Tuesday of month.

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n Feel good adult dance exercise class,Tuesday’s 1011.00am at Crossbow House, Frampton Cotterell. An easy to follow keep fit class to suit all levels of fitness. Normal cost £4.50 your first class half price with this advert. Tel Nina 01179 799796 for more info.

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n Pre School Storytime. Winterbourne Library 9.30 – 10.00am, term time only. n Silver Chords Group. Every other Weds, Mason’s View Community Centre Winterbourne. 1.45pm. Entertainment and coach trips. Contact Doreen 01454 776484. n Winterbourne Police Beat Post. Greenfield Centre 2-3pm n Slimming World 7.30pm Frampton Cotterell Cof E School. Tel Lisa 07815 759118 n Coalpit Heath WI. Church Hall of St Saviours Church, Coalpit Heath. First Wednesday of each month. 7.45pm. New members welcome. n The Winterbourne Players, 8.00 pm, Community Centre, Watleys End Road. More info, Brian 07792 656689. n Beginners Meditation Class on Wednesdays 7pm to 8pm at the Greenfield Centre, Winterbourne To reserve your place on the next 5 week course, please contact Sarah Presley on 07590 621495/ sarahpresley@live.com n Ladies Leisure is a friendly group of over 50’s. We meet every other Wednesday at Coalpit Heath Village Hall 2pm to 4pm. The cost is £1.50 per person which includes Tea/ Coffee & Biscuits. We have regular Entertainment & Day trips. Please come along and join us, contact Susan Bisp on 01454 775110 n Actonians Drama Group 7.30 pm Parish Hall, Iron Acton More info 01454 228760 www. actonians.co.uk Junior Actonians 6.00 pm 7.30 pm Parish Hall Iron Acton More info 01454 228277. n 2nd Wednesday of each month - Carer’s Group 2 - 4pm at The Beacon Centre, Zion Church, Frampton Cotterell n 4th Wednesday of each month - Forget me Not sing along group 2pm - 3.30 pm at The Beacon Centre, Zion Church, Frampton Cotterell. If you like a good sing

Your passport to getting lost - in a book Winterbourne library is offering people the chance to get lost in a book this autumn with the library Reading Passport. There are four reading worlds to discover - World of Darkness, World of Passion, Lyrical Worlds and Future Worlds. Anyone interested can pick up a Reading Passport and review sheets from the library before 30 December. Thirza Limberg, Senior Library Assistant told Frome Valley Voice; “review your reads and library members aged 16 and over can enter Prize Draws. There will be a regional prize of a £150 book gift card plus a South Gloucestershire Libraries draw for a £50 book gift card”. Two of this year’s featured authors, Adam Nevill and Gareth Powell, are giving talks at libraries around LibrariesWest. More details can be found on the website www.readingpassport.org

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Thursday n Probus. The Miners Club, Coalpit Heath. 10am, 2nd & 4th Thursdays of month n Manor Day Centre, Greenfield Centre, Winterbourne, 10-2pm. Please contact Mrs. Peggy Lavington on 01454 850287 for further details of this friendly club for older people n Praise and Play. All Saints’ Church Hall Winterbourne Down 10-12 during term times. For pre-school children and their parents/carers. n Stay & Play, 1-3pm (termtime) Winterbourne Early Years Centre, Greenfield Centre, Park Ave, Winterbourne. For more information call Helen 01454 773781. n Tiny Tots. 2.00-3.00pm,St Peter’s Church, n St John’s Ambulance. St Saviour’s Hall, Beesmoor Road. 6.15 - 9pm (term time). n Steam Engine Club, Miners Club, Coalpit Heath. 7pm, last Thursday of month. Line dancing. Iron Acton Parish Hall, High St, Iron Acton. New beginners, 7.20pm. Improvers, 8.30pm. www.laughterinline.com n Winterbourne Musical Theatre. Winterbourne Community Association, 7.30pm. n Winterbourne Flower Club. St Michaels Rooms, Winterbourne 7.30pm, 1st (Practice) and 3rd (Demonstration) Thursdays of each month. Further information call 01454 776753 n Winterbourne Evening Women’s Institute St. Michael’s Rooms in Winterbourne at 7.30pm on the second Thursday of every month except August n Crossbow Camera Club Crossbow House, 8pm, every Thursday (from September). Contact Mike Challenger 07833316081 n Bingo British Legion Club Ryecroft Road, Frampton

Cotterell. 8.15pm.Free entry n Winterbourne Flower Club, St Michaels Rooms, Winterbourne 7.30pm, 1st (Practice) and 3rd (Demonstration) Thursdays of each month. Further information call 01454 776753 n South Gloucestershire Decorative and Fine Arts Society meet at Bradley Stoke Community School Fiddlers Lane Bradley Stoke. 3rd Thursday evening of the month. Starting October 7-00 for 7-30 start refreshments. For more information Sallykitching@googlemail.com Tel no 01454 774401

Friday

n St James The Less Parent and Toddler Group, The Marshall Rooms, Iron Acton. 10.30 12.30 term times. n Frome Valley Art Group Greenfield Centre, Winterbourne. 1pm to 4pm and 6.30pm to 9.00pm n Frampton Cotterell Male Voice Choir, Zion Church, Frampton Cotterell. 7.30pm – 9.00pm. New members welcomed, no audition, Call Paul Crook 01454 851656.

Saturday

n Brockeridge Quilters, Greenfield Centre, Winterbourne. 10am to 4pm, third Saturday of the month. n Bingo Open7/00pm,Bingo 8/00pm Music & Dancing from 8/30pm-11/30pm Every Saturday night.(£4) at the Royal British Legion Ryecroft Rd

Sunday

n Japanese Embroidery Class Greenfield Centre, Winterbourne 9.30am to 4pm, (monthly). Contact: Jo Tripp 01454 850147. n Nature Reserves, Winterbourne work party meets 1030am, Church Lane, Winterbourne, 2nd & 4th Sundays in the month. Newleaze reserve (Bristol Road) 10.30am Ist Sunday of month Huckford Quarry 2.30pm 3rd Sunday of month. Contact Frank Smith 01454 778975.

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Star returns to set Yate alight for christmas The Christmas lights in Yate Shopping Centre will be switched on during a musical feast on Thursday 13th November with an old favourite is back to entertain the crowds. Five years after he first performed at the Shopping Centre’s annual Christmas event, Peter Andre returns to thrill the crowds, singing four songs during the evening. This year, to maximise viewing opportunities, the stage will be set on a performance trailer located at the Leisure Centre end of West Walk. The event will start at 5pm with Peter appearing at 6.30pm with the lights’ switch on at approximately 7pm. Supporting acts will be the UK’s leading One Direction Tribute Band “Only 1D” along with Andy Scott-Lee, and some local bands.

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All the signs of top comedy Review of John Smith at Chipping Sodbury Town Hall by Sean Hollinswaite How can you reduce your heating bills by 25%? How can you defy the facial signs of ageing? Why should all public toilet doors be seethrough? The answers to the first two are: use BSL – and by the energy generated on stage by internationally acclaimed British Sign Language comedian John Smith at Chipping Sodbury Town Hall on Friday 10th October it was obvious why. The audience of largely Deaf BSL users loved this show, staged by South Gloucestershire Deaf Association with funding from the Learning Skills Agency and the European Social Fund. For non- BSL users it was unsettling not to have absolutely everything interpreted; not to be told the whole story...a little insight into how it is for Deaf people. And the toilet door? Well, maybe you had to be there, but let’s just say, if you have ever had to ask for someone to pass a toilet roll by using sign language under the partition wall you’ll agree!

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Works on clearing the site for the new cinema development at Yate Riverside has started in preparation for building works to start early in the New Year. Contractors moved onto the site on 20th October to start clearing the vegetation as part of a managed programme. Mark Hull, Managing Director of Crestbridge, owners of Yate Shopping Centre and the developers behind the new leisure scheme, said: “This moment has been a long time coming so it is nice to finally get things underway. The contractors, ISG Pearce, will be working closely with our ecologists over the next few weeks to clear the site of all vegetation whilst monitoring wildlife on the site. “We anticipate starting construction of the new buildings early in January with a phased opening starting later in the year and final completion in spring 2016”.

Pre-school hopes to raise much needed funds Crossbow Pre-school is hoping this year’s Christmas Bazaar will be another runaway success. The event gets underway at 10 on Saturday 13th December. Rachel Malin told the Voice; “Children can visit Santa’s Grotto, decorate bowls and biscuits and have a go at Hook a Duck or the Teddy Tombola. Adults can try their luck at Guessing the Weight of the Cake, have a go on the Raffle, with some great prices up for grabs. Stock up on Christmas Gifts, Homemade Cakes of just soak up the Christmas Spirit with a cup of coffee and a mince pie”. All proceeds from the event will go towards equipment for the preschool children.

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Advent Artists asked to help Calendar Trail St Michael’s Church is asking budding artists to get involved with an advent calendar trail around Winterbourne. They are asking people to design their own advent calendar window. It should reflect something of the Christmas Story and be A4 size. These will then be reproduced and placed around the village. Entries should be sent to Gail Thomas at the St Michael’s Office, 95 High Street, Winterbourne, BS36 1RD by the 10th November 2014. For further information contact 0774 6050607 The launch of this year’s Christmas trail will take place at 10am on Saturday 29th November in Flaxpits Lane, with carol singing led by St Michael’s School. By following the trail, you can see artwork by local budding artists of all ages and collect the phrase to be entered into a draw.

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November, 2014 E: richard@fromevalleyvoice.co.uk A new air ambulance for the area is in operation after the public rallied to help the charity behind the service. The Filton based Great Western Air Ambulance Charity received the Eurocopter 135, which replaces the current ageing Bolkow helicopter, after the public helped raise the £250,000 needed to upgrade. The EC 135 will include an extra seat, meaning that if a child is airlifted, a parent can come with them. This extra seat will also allow the training of new paramedics and doctors. The EC 135 is also side loading, which makes the loading of patients easier and quicker. Critical care paramedic John Wood, the clinical lead for the team, said: “The new helicopter will mean a great deal to the people in the region we cover. “One of the major advantages is that we will now be able to land on the BRI helipad, without having to land on the Downs and make the transfer in by land ambulance. This will make a big time saving.” To keep the new helicopter in the air GWAAC now need to

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Win tickets to see Chris Farlowe in Concert Chris Farlowe and the Norman Beaker Band will be appearing at Chipping Sodbury Town Hall on Thursday 11th December at 7.30pm. This hugely popular blues artist, who had hits with ‘Out of Time’ and ‘Handbags and Gladrags’, was one of the electric headline acts at this year’s Jazz & Blues Festival and he’s returning by popular demand. Frome Valley Voice is offering two pairs of tickets to the 11 December concert. To win tickets, email your answers to the question below to the organisers at: rounceval-house@btconnect.com by 21 November. Winners will be chosen at random from those who provide the correct answers. Good Luck!

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Winterbourne Players showcase comedy The Winterbourne Players are to perform one of Noel Coward’s classic comedies this month. Blithe Spirit will be on from 27 to 29 November at Winterbourne Community Centre in Watley’s End Road. The performances will be the directorial debut for Nikki Lockyer, a long standing member of the Players. She told the Voice; “Blithe Spirit will be my directing debut having been a member of the group for eight years. I chose the play for two reasons, firstly because I love the play and secondly because my grandmother told me to!”. Blithe Spirit is a comedy and follows author Charles Condamine when he invites a psychic to dinner with the intention of gaining material for his next book. Following a séance Charles’s first wife is brought back as a ghost and we watch on as she attempts to disrupt the life of Charles and his second wife, Ruth, with hilarious consequences. Tickets are for the 8pm performances are £7 each and available by calling 07899 808 943 or online at www.winterbourneplayers.co.uk

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Electric cars have something of a chequered past, but it would seem as though car makers have decided they may be the way forward as they look to burnish their green credentials, and provide cheaper motoring. Voice editor Richard Drew went for a silent spin in one offering from Renault.

Renault Zoe I’ve seen the future, and it’s quiet - very quiet. Electric cars, it would seem, are coming of age. Those of you of a certain vintage will remember the Sinclair C5. It made electric cars a bit of a joke, and the stigma of the 80’s has taken a long time to go away. But now could be their time. A real, viable alternative to the internal combustion engine could be on its way There’s something a little unnerving driving an electric car. It’s all to do with the noise, or lack of it. Take turning the Zoe on. Press the button and there’s nothing; no noise, no vibration as the pistons shudder into life. Just a manufactured noise from the dashboard to let you know the car is on. It’s a bit like turning on a laptop. A couple of times I turned the on and off, just to make sure it was on. God help anyone with OCD. Reversing in complete silence took a bit of getting used to as well. When you set off in drive, the car makes a noise when you are going under 17mph to warn pedestrians you are on your way. Apparently there are three

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The future’s electric noises, or “Z.E.Voices” you can choose from. The one on my Zoe sounded a bit like a whale deep underwater, or possibly the music played as we wait to see who’s been booted off Masterchef. There are differences to driving an electric car, but in many ways it’s the same as driving any other model, and sometimes better. It’s an automatic of course, but unlike the sequential gearboxes on other cars, this gives a smooth, uninterrupted delivery of power as you put the foot down. It certainly has nippy acceleration. The drive is very smooth, the handling very good, and with sharp styling you won’t look out of place amongst the gas guzzlers all around you. The Zoe is not without its creature comforts either. A stylish and well designed entertainment system does more than just tune in to the radio. It has a sat nav that also highlights charging points. You can make hands free phone calls, you can check emails and tweets (only when you are parked). You can even look at your photos or watch videos. Like all things of the future (and the present), there is an app for it. Download it to your phone or tablet, and on a frosty morning, you can tell it to warm up to a decent temperature whilst you are having your coffee inside. Perhaps the best thing the system does, is show ‘flow’.

Select the diagram and you can tell when you are using power, or if you are sending electricity back to the battery whilst coasting or braking. The harvesting of regenerative braking is one of the cleverest things about modern electric cars. Knowing you can extend your range with careful driving, and being able to see how you are using or abusing the battery by a glance at the dashboard does tend to convert you into a smooth operator. Of course, no matter how good and refined the drive, with electric cars it seems to come down to charging and range. On a full charge, the Renault Zoe can manage up to 130 miles. It varies depending on how warm or cold the battery is. With charging at home this is going to be enough for most day to day activities. However, if you commute to London everyday, or you have relatives in the North, it isn’t going to cut the mustard. There are charging points at motorway service stations, but to charge from empty to full takes over three hours, assuming there is a spare point. Renault do point out though, that you can get it charged to 80% in half an hour. Around Bristol, there are a good number of points. When we ventured into town, a whole row of charging points were available at Trenchard Street car park. Unfortunately, I didn’t posses the card needed to register for charging. Owners

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would be better prepared no doubt. There was also a charging point at the Bristol and Bath Science Park when I popped over for a meeting. The good news is that if you were to buy the Zoe, a home charging point would be provided free of charge. This service is provided by British Gas engineers, so don’t make the mistake of one customer who then tried to fill his car with Calor Gas! The one big selling point of the Zoe is the cost, or lack of it, when it comes to running it. To charge the car from empty to it’s full 130 mile range cost around £2. Try getting around for that little in any other car. Road tax is zero, another big selling point. Then there is the hefty 25% discount for buying an electric car, up to a maximum of £5,000. This means the cars cost from just £14,000 to £15,000. However, you will have to rent your battery from Renault, on top of the cost of buying the car. The yearly charge depends on how far you go, and how long your contract is for. This means it could be anything from £45 to £113 a month. Once upon a time electric cars were ugly, impractical, and unloved. Time are changing, and so are attitudes. One day our children’s grandchildren will laugh at those ancestors who had to make do with the dirt and noise of the internal combustion engine.

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Gap year leads to new business for young Frampton Cotterell mum ZOE Drew became an English language teacher by chance while on a gap year in Russia. Now the Frampton Cotterell young mum has set up a new business to teach English to speakers of other languages. She launched English Language For Everyone, with the help of the Prince’s Trust, after becoming concerned about the impact that cuts to Government language support was having on those who needed such help. She decided to plug the gap herself and aims to teach migrant workers, international students, job-seekers and parents for whom English is not their first language but who want to help their children with their schoolwork. Her company offers 45 courses, from sessions for babies and toddlers to exam tuition and business English. She also offers hobby classes for students who want to improve

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their language skills through drama, cookery and film. During her stay in Russia, Zoe was asked to help children with their English homework in an orphanage where she was working. She realised she had found her true vocation and extended her stay by two years, becoming a full-time English teacher. After returning home in 2010, she worked extensively in Bristol secondary schools, where she discovered the importance of supporting children who didn’t speak English as their first language, as well as their families. Now she hopes to help even more people through her many courses. She said: “There’s something for everyone, regardless of how much they can pay, their language level, goals or interests.” Zoe can be contacted by calling 07891 848740 for details.

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Europe was thrown within 21 years of the end of the ‘Great War’ into a further conflict and battle with a far greater evil. Even today as we look around our world we see numerous conflicts where combatants are engaged with each other in conflict and civilians, innocent people are displaced, abused, maimed and slaughtered. My Grandfather fought in the First World War, entering in 1914 as a professional soldier, surviving the conflict despite being gassed in Ypres. I have been drawn on a number of occasions to the battlefields of Western Europe, both First and Second World War, I have reflected on the sacrifice made by these men whilst standing in the cemeteries with the countless rows of white head stones, or in the case of the German Cemetery at Langemark the numerous oak trees standing guard, marking a somber scene yet offering a quite touching symbol of natural respect. Whilst I have stood in silent respectful contemplation I am drawn to the words of the 60’s folk song “Where have all the Flowers Gone”. Politicians decide how and when ‘Evil’ must be confronted, although their record at the end of the 20th and in the early years of this Century so far has not been magnificent, with Rwanda, Bosnia and the current crisis in Syria being examples of when we have failed the vulnerable and weak, in a way our forefathers did not desert Belgium or Poland.... Whilst conflicts exist and ‘God’ knows sometimes they are ‘Just’, we must be driven by the desire to work for and encourage peace, to create true and lasting justice in our world for all people, where our modern

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A response to the Frampton Youth Club debate: Dear Editor, That was a good article in the October issue (16). You have invited views on this subject. I live on Lower Stone Close and therefore in a reasonable proximity to the youth club. My wife and I moved to the area three years ago. We believe that the level of antisocial behaviour has increased in the last year as a direct result if both the youth club closure and the addition of a second fish and chip shop on Lower Stone Close. Youths congregating, shouting the odds and littering is not great. It seems such a shame that South Glos don’t appear to be investing in the club. A millennium project’s legacy should be longer than 14 years! It certainly shouldn’t be down to maintenance over such a short period. The building sits so well and compliments the school building opposite. It creates a good focal point in the centre of the village. It is an important community space. Watermore primary school has just doubled its intake for this academic year. With so many recently constructed residential developments in the area are the council so short sighted not to recognise that there will be an upward trend and demand for facilities for young people on our village?! I think Michaela Crumpton needs to focus on the bigger picture. Some community based projects and services provided by the council should not be so financially focused but the benefit to the area, especially when the local population is known to be increasing. Giving young people the opportunity to focus their energies productively rather than take up other public

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service resources such as the police, refuse collection etc and not detrimentally affecting the levels of amenity in the area is important. Yours sincerely, Daniel Tapscott Dear Editor, We read with interest the contrasting opinions of the two parish councillors Dave Hockey and Michaela Crumpton regarding the “closure pending review” of the Youth Club at the Brockeridge centre since the 28th May 2014. Firstly, we certainly agree that there is a need for the parish council to ensure our limited money is spent wisely, particularly in the current climate of austerity. To this end, an open review of services is vital for re-evaluating priorities and ensuring provisions evolve with our community. However, it is clear from the contrasting opinions that a disappointing amount of public debate is being wasted on what can only be described as semantics. It is fair to say that the wider community is likely to consider the argument about whether the youth club is “closed” or “suspended”, as splitting hairs. Irrespective of how we label it, the club has not been open for more than 4 months and the decision to not replace the youth leader has effectively ended services that were previously available. As the well-known phrase goes, if it looks like a duck and quacks like a duck, then it probably is a duck. Alerting the community that the club is closed is neither misleading nor a lie. Secondly, it is unclear why this review could not have taken place while the club was left running in the interim. This would not only ensure continuity of services, but would have also avoided the unrealistic expectation that a thorough consultation could be completed by September. Finally, as local residents, we hope that the working group, whose membership has recently expanded, will move forward to produce a consistent and comprehensive review of youth services with actionable outcomes. Drs. Stephen Clark and Kyla Thomas Frampton Cotterell Dear Editor In my opinion, it is extremely irresponsible that the Parish

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Council, despite advice from police and comments from Youth Assistant, residents and the youngsters themselves, effectively closed the Youth Club when they had absolutely nothing in its place! Frampton’s youth need a safe place like this for those who do not wish to join organised groups like Scouts, Sports or Church Club or cannot afford fees for the Skatepark. Youngsters need somewhere informal to meet up and some need support and positive role models, such as has been provided by the Youth Club with its skilled and professionally trained staff. It would have made sense if the Youth Assistant and people with experience and qualifications were included in the Working Group but unfortunately such suggestions were declined. How many of the councillors making this vital decision had been into the youth club or spoken with these youngsters, rather than merely speaking about them or at them? I was mightily impressed with the club on the occasions I visited. If the club does not re-open, I implore Councillors, who have this responsibility, to ensure that a suitable and informal alternative (other than already existing regulated groups) is found with qualified staff that are known and trusted by the youngsters. Time and money spent on this is worth its weight in gold - only those who have experienced it can really understand this. This is about our community and every individual youngster counts. Unfortunately some Councillors appear to be attempting to use misinformation for political gain rather than addressing the real issues and consequences. I await the overdue public consultation. Residents can contact the Council or read their Minutes at www.framptoncotterell.org.uk/ contact-us Jen Dunford

Forget the project, join the community association: Dear Editor, I am puzzled as to why there is a project regarding converting the old chapel in Watleys End Road into a community building. Why, when we have a number of community buildings in the surrounding area that are underused?

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November, 2014 In Winterbourne there is the Greenfield Centre and Winterbourne Community centre, one minute from the old chapel. Two minutes in the other direction in Frampton, there is the Pavillion, which used to house the Parish Council and Youth Club, and Frampton Cotterell Community Association, Crossbow House.There is also derelict outbuildings here that are waiting for renovation. Crossbow House, once the village school was purchased and converted by members of the community, for activities for the community.There are a number of different sized rooms and hall which house different activities, but is grossly underused especially during the day.Put on your activities here! If this group of people put their enthusiasm, energy and fund raising into these existing buildings they could have the activities they would like and not waste money on new buildings which are not needed. Join the committee! J.Moore Frampton Cotterell Community Association

Stamp appeal Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP) is a disease of the eye that leads to loss of vision and blindness. The Charity RP Fighting Blindness works hard to stimulate and fund cutting edge research to find a treatment or cure and support those affected. RP affects some 25,000 people in the UK alone. We are currently running a used stamp appeal - we are asking if you could take a few moments each day to tear off the stamps from your letters and save them until you have a fair number (perhaps enough to fill a jiffy bag or similar) and post them into us; we can then sell them on to stamp dealers. There’s no need to steam or peel them, just tear the corner of the envelope off. Whether British or foreign, franked or not, we would really appreciate you sending them to us, as every little helps. Ron & Gina Pritchard 22 Huckford Road, Winterbourne, Bristol, BS 36 1EA. Do you belong to a club which has speakers? We can offer a talk which is Humorous, Interesting, & Informative, contact us above or ring 01454 772927. We would like to thank you for your support. Ron & Gina Pritchard.

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Dear Editor, I write to dispute a reply made by BW On page 31 oct edition 2014. He states the number 46 bus runs every 15mins. It runs every hour and we here in winterbourne down would love our bus re routed back. The bus is now mostly empty as half the pensioners find the extra walk difficult and rely on dial a ride or the little 202 bus which only runs 9 and 11 am monday to friday. Mrs Wakeman

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Church hosts Christmas fair St Peter’s Church is gearing up to one of its busiest times of year with a Christmas Fair The event on 15th November marks just six weeks to go until Christmas, and one of the organisers, Geoffrey Parker, says they aim to make it the best Fair yet; “Father Christmas will be in his grotto ready to listen to children’s hopes and desires for Christmas. Soak up the Christmas atmosphere amongst the stalls, stocking up with cards, paper and presents plus a host of other stalls. Relax with tea, coffee and delicious home made cake or a bowl of superb hot soup while listening to Christmas favourites being played. We look forward to seeing you in our beautiful church”. The Fair is on Saturday 15th November from 10.30am until 1pm.

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Silver Singalong at Winterbourne Library

Staff and guests enjoy a singalong at Winterbourne Library

Staff and friends of Winterbourne library are to host a second Silver Singalong, after the success of the first last month. The library hosted the event as part of the Discover Festival. 25 guests sang folk songs, World War II songs and songs from the shows. Local piano teacher, Joan Ward had the idea when she was taking her grandchildren to a weekly Rhymetime session at the library. She said “I felt

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there was a need for a singing session for older people, and singing in a big group has so many benefits”. Now the library has organised a Christmas Singalong on Friday 12 December 2.00-3.00pm. Carol singing will be followed by mince pies If you are interested in joining in an informal singing session at the library, contact a member of library staff.

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Exhibition shows local effect of World War 1 It was the first global war, yet the Great War had a profound impact on local communities in the Frome Valley. As commemorations continue to mark the centenary of the outbreak of the war, Frampton Cotterell Parish Council has staged its own exhibition, as council clerk Kieran Warren explains.

When we think about the First World War, the images that come to mind are ones of slaughter on a colossal stage, huge entrenched armies locked in a deadly embrace for over four years – a stalemate where territory was gained then lost at a heartbreaking cost in human lives. The statistics are almost meaningless, simply because they are too big to comprehend: • Over 5.5 million combatants • Over 700,000 British killed • Over 1.6 million British wounded When we look at the local impact of the war, however, the stories of how the people of Frampton Cotterell and Coalpit Heath coped has a much more immediate effect. The many ways in which families in the area were affected are told in the exhibition, staged by Frampton Cotterell Parish Council, now running at the Brockeridge Centre. The tales it tells are fascinating. Discover the very local background to the stories about - the brothers Horace and Cecil Stiff, buried together in St Peter’s churchyard , after serving on different battlefronts, one with the British Army and one with the Canadian Corps - George Walters, who lived by the windmill on Woodend Road, killed in action aged 25 - The work undertaken by local women in munitions and farming - The employment of German POWs at the aircraft repair depot on Westerleigh Road - The nursing care provided at bases in Horton, Yate and Chipping Sodbury - The soldiers in the Gloucestershire Regiment awarded the Victoria Cross And amazingly, amidst all this tragedy, the wheels of local government still turned. You can view Parish Council records of the period showing that the administration of local facilities and finances continued to function throughout the war. The exhibition runs until the end of November and is The gravestones of Cecil and Horace Stiff. Frampton Cotterell brothers who died fighting for different Allied countries. open weekdays during normal office hours.

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Don’t become an easy target for burglars Police in South Gloucesteshire are reminding home-owners to lock their doors and shut their windows to keep burglars at bay. It follows around 15 burglaries across the district in the past two months where thieves have simply walked in through unlocked front or rear door – sometimes when there are people at home. In one incident, a thief came in via an unlocked garden gate and back door and stole a rucksack containing cash, keys and bank cards from a rear cloakroom area while the owner was actually sitting in the next room. She heard a noise and thought it was her cat coming in, and only discovered the theft later. Det Sgt Jason Hulbert, investigating the series of burglaries, said: “These are opportunist crimes carried out by people who try door handles and, when they find them unlocked, take the opportunity to steal what they can. “We would encourage everyone to think about their home security and to make it more difficult for burglars to get lucky. Our statistics show that most break-ins are committed by opportunist thieves, and in a quarter of cases they didn’t even have to use force to gain entry. “Our advice is to lock up, even if you’re popping next door or going into the garden or sitting in another room. Leave a light on or fit a light timer for when you’re out. Consider fitting a burglar alarm – an effective deterrent. Register your property and valuables at www. immobilise.com, a free national property database, and mark it with your name and postcode. This all deters thieves, because it means the rightful owner can be identified and property proved to be stolen. “

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Work continues on faulty street lighting Crews from South Gloucestershire’s StreetCare team are working to finish replacing thousands of faulty photocells on streetlights, which have left the lights switching on and off at the wrong times. The photocells control when the streetlights switch on and off and are a vital element in the area’s part-night lighting regime. New units were installed to support the rollout of part-night lighting in 2013 but a manufacturers’ programming error meant that they fell out of synch by an hour for about two weeks during the spring and autumn hour changes. The faulty units have been replaced by the manufacturer at no charge to the council. By the time the clocks went back at in October, more than 9,000 replacement photocells in mainly urban areas had been installed. A final 3,000 units, in mainly rural areas, will be replaced by the end of November. In areas where the replacement photocells are being installed this month, existing street lights will continue to switch off an hour earlier than intended, at approximately 1045pm. As well as resolving the hour change issue the replacement units have also been adjusted to operate to the council’s revised part- night lighting regime of 1am to 5am, providing an extra hour of light each night. Part-night lighting was adopted by the council in 2008 as part of measures to conserve energy and reduce carbon emissions through South Gloucestershire. Approximately two-thirds of the district’s 30,000 street lights have been switched to part-night operation.

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Alex Pickup and mum Penny Edwards get stuck into planting bulbs as the Floral Friends of Frampton group got stuck in with their first working party. The group planted by Beesmoor Road playing fields, and hopes to brighten up Frampton with flowers. Organiser Celia Zlobec hopes to set up floral gateways to the village, displays by local shops and a wild flower meadow in the Centenary Field. She can be contacted at celiazlobec@gmail. com

The Actonians are putting the final touches to their latest production which will be on show later this month. ‘Bazaar and Rummage’ is on between the 27th and 29th November at Iron Acton Parish Hall. Sue Townsend, of ‘Adrian Mole’ fame, wrote this wry and very funny play about a group of agoraphobic women, brought together to run a Bazaar and Rummage sale in a local church hall. Sarah McMahon from the Actonians said: “The characters are beautifully drawn and her ‘ear’ for how women speak is a joy to listen to. This will be an evening of outright laughter and not a little poignancy. Actonians have recently won several drama awards - so you are guaranteed an evening of great quality”. Performances are at 7.30pm and tickets cost £8 from the box office: 0780 754 7238

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Ask the Physiotherapist about Neck Pain How can I get rid of my neck pain? Whether it is because of sitting too long at a computer, a sports injury or, particularly at this time of year, due to an unexpected draught, neck pain can be managed with a little understanding and the correct exercise.

Cold or heat? If it’s a recent sports injury (or a sudden jerk) then apply an ice pack and ensure you keep the neck moving within a comfortable range. If the pain is less intense, and more a feeling of stiffness, it is likely to be muscular in origin. Try a heat pack and gentle stretching.

Be careful carrying heavy items. Carrying heavy bags from the shops can pull on the muscles in the shoulder which in turn pull on the neck. Tendons and ligaments can also get strained. Unless you are prepared to do a full warm up routine prior to lifting, like a professional athlete would, it is better to limit your loads. Teenagers commonly suffer from neck pain due to carrying

heavy school bags and spending lengthy periods of time on hand held electronic devices. Use a rucksack for carrying and use both shoulders straps. Using headsets for talking into phones is also a good idea as it minimises the ‘ear-on-shoulder’ effect.

Support your neck. The neck uses a lot of the same muscles as the shoulder so exercising your upper body is a great way to protect your neck. Concentrate on lifting weights above your head with more repetitions rather than heaver weights.

Consider other symptoms. Headaches, dizziness or facial pain may be caused by upper cervical (top of the neck) dysfunction. Pins and needles, tingling or numbness in the arm and hand might suggest problems lower down in the neck or even the shoulder. You should visit a Physiotherapist or Chiropractor for a full assessment and treatment and to discuss the best way to manage your pain. Physiotherapy is something you do, not have. Make sure you discuss any problems. Early intervention is best.

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The Prospective MP Luke Hall has started a campaign to bring improved transport links through to Yate. Luke, who is standing for the Conservatives in the Thornbury and Yate constituency, is calling for the area not to be left out of current proposed plans to invest and build the new MetroBus rapid transit bus scheme. He wants the Metrobus to travel up the Badminton Road to Yate, and is currently gauging the demand for a stop in Coalpit Heath before going onto Yate, and is hoping people will suggest stops. The North Fringe Package, which claims significantly quicker journeys for users and commuters from Bradley Stoke and Emersons green to Bristol, has already been granted planning permission. However, under current plans the Frome Valley will be excluded from these improvements. Luke said; “As a local man, I understand the need for a quicker, more reliable and direct transport system. I believe if the

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Frampton Parish Councillors John Farbrother, Michaela Crumpton join Luke Hall (second left) and prospective Frampton District Councillor Matt Wells (far right). Metro bus scheme is to offer this for other communities then Yate and Thornbury should not be left out. If it means potentially granting improved access for our communities, quicker

journey times and a boost to our local economy - then I’m behind it. That’s why I’m asking fellow residents to join me in campaigning for Metro bus to include us in their plans”

Dr Elaine Anderson is to become the Patron of the Friends of Frome Valley Medical Centre. Her appointment will be made at the charity’s Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 3rd December. Stephen Kong Chair of the Charity said “We are honoured that Dr Anderson has accepted our invitation to become the first Patron of our Charity. She will bring a new impetus, help to raise awareness of the work of the Friends, and her expertise and insight will be invaluable as we review our objects to ensure that they remain relevant to the needs of the practice, the patients and the staff.” The Friends charity, established in 1998, has have raised over £70,000 for the provision of equipment not funded by the NHS. Dr Anderson will be keynote speaker at the AGM which starts at 7.30pm at the Medical Centre. Refreshments will be served at the end of the meeting

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Technology, Teens and Tantrums

Holly Sawyer is a Sixth Form student at WIA and aspiring journalist. Alongside studying for her A levels, Bristol-born Holly has a passion for sharing news and blogging. At the tender age of 17 she is new to the journalism world, but has certainly put her foot in the door. Holly has her own blog, runs an independent student magazine and writes for a popular online website which helps those wondering about University. Holly enjoys filmmaking, writing and aspires to work in news broadcasting.

Whenever you walk past us young uns’ on the street, we tend to either have our headphones plugged into our ears or our eyes are staring directly into the small device in our hands, not really looking where we are going. It seems strange to the average person walking past as to why we chose to do this. When we have the beautiful English countryside surrounding us and the chaos that is life to look at during any given opportunity, why do teenagers insist on scrolling through twitter timelines when real life is happening? The explanation is a difficult one. Of course, the majority of our nation tunes into the television every evening to sit down and watch programmes filled with simple entertainment. And we teenagers find this entertainment within social networks at the click of a button. It’s the same mentality that we share with our older counterparts, although we enjoy it 24/7 and in different formats. This is not the only reason we appear glued to our phones. The joy of instant contact with friends and family is a massive revelation and growing up with all these new inventions surrounding us; it’s not hard to get sucked into the digital world. A new app gives us the same excitement as a new dancer in “Strictly”, as it’s the main changing industry at the moment. All too often, teenagers will sit on their phones or laptops during actual social situations, something the older generation fail to understand. And to a certain extent, I do to. It seems strange, almost foreign, to ignore those around you and focus on looking at digital personalities. Most of the time we are on our phones, it’s to interact with the very people surrounding us. Maybe this reliance on technology is damaging our ability to interact in the real world? The media is constantly telling everyone that the internet is frying our brains and our body is going to show the damage in the future, either through repetitive strain injury

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or a mild addiction to all things online. I feel having boundaries is important to stop our growing internet addictions. I for one turn off my phone in the evening to temporarily escape the bombardment of emails and messages coming at me in every direction, and would encourage others to do the same. A problem with this is that in spite of what others think, all teenagers aren’t the same. We aren’t all internet addicts with a tendency to blast out our music on public transport and hang out on your local street corner. Of course, this bill fits some, but not all. The attribute most of us share is we are reliant on technology, causing us to flip out when our charger is broken, or the Wi-Fi is down. I know that we sound extremely ungrateful when we throw a tantrum over the internet connection, but believe it or not, sometimes we’re doing work that requires this connection. Technology breaks, and being so dependent on it has its drawbacks. In school, most of our lessons need technology to run, including editing videos and accessing databases, so we are effectively being taught via the internet. This mentality carries on at home, where dominant forms of entertainment are published on social networks and online catch up websites, meaning we never have to leave the comfort of our own homes. Technology is something that keeps adapting and changing and with this comes the generation growing at the same time. Soon, things will settle down and new teenagers will follow in our footsteps, just as we followed in the ones before us. We might become less reliant and more sociable in the real world, much to the relief of many. But for now, technology is one of the most helpful tools to hand and if using it benefits me in any shape or form, I’ll use it until it breaks.

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around the WI News from Winterbourne Evening WI An evening of sheer pleasure was enjoyed by members at the October meeting (Susan Marshfield reports). We had taken a secret ballot among members whether to continue singing Jerusalem giving 4 options, members overwhelmingly voted to keep singing two verses at every meeting. After this and the regular discussion of National and Federation matters and events Gill updated on Group happenings, a meeting in October, where members were being encouraged to dress up in World War outfits and later a pleasure trip to Cardiff. Our speaker for the evening Frances Benton had already laid out her stall of pearls. She is a lively charismatic speaker and the title of her talk “Passion for Pearls” aptly described her presentation . We were treated to see and handle pearls of many shapes, colour and size from different parts of the World, including some amazing colours from a Japanese Lake. Frances explained that not only Oysters make pearls but other Molluscs although of course natural pearls are vastly expensive, you can still obtain very good cultured pearls. Most peoples idea of a pearl is round bead shape and white or cream in colour, quite often in the past given as 21st birthday gifts. We were shown wonderful pink and pale yellow pearls, pale blue hues and also different shapes. Frances spoke for almost an hour and a quarter but nobody was bored! After her talk we were allowed to further handle the pearls and some members even made a purchase. There is only one pearl location in the UK, which is secret but somewhat given away by the name “Tay Pearls”. We sang Happy Birthday to ourselves and Carol cut a large birthday cake with the WI logo largely covering the icing. We then indulged in cake and wine or soft drinks with reminders that November is our Annual Meeting and we are already getting ourselves ‘geared up’ for our December meeting. New members or visitors are always welcome to our meetings at St Michaels Hall on the High Street. We meet the second Thursday of the month at 7.30pm.

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There is a lot going on for WI members between now and Christmas. Our Annual Meeting takes place on 25th November, where we review the past year and also a new committee will be formed. As we head into December, the WI book club will be holding its annual Christmas meal and Frampton members will also be gathering for the annual carols and mince pies get-together on Tuesday 16th December. Events to look forward to in the New Year include talks on pearls and an inspiring community project in Kenya– also the Frampton WI Annual Dinner will be held in February at Chipping Sodbury Golf Club. Next year is the Centenary of the formation of the WI in 1915 and so there will be various celebrations and events taking place both nationally and locally to commemorate this important WI birthday – look out for details for these and other meetings, social events etc. on our Facebook page – just search FramptonCottWI. Frampton Cotterell WI hosted the Sodbury Vale group meeting on 27th October at Crossbow House and on 28th October Melanie of Melanie’s Kitchen, Downend was due to show us how to make delicious “Quick and Easy Canapes”. Unfortunately the event was postponed due to illness, but in keeping with the festive theme, WI member Kathryn Smeaton stepped in at short notice to give a demonstration on how to use stamping techniques to make Christmas cards. Anyone that would just like to come along & find out more is always welcome. We meet at St Peter’s Hall on School Road at 7.45pm, on the 4th Tuesday of the month. Visitors are charged at £2.50 and any new members joining by paying the 2015 membership fee will receive the remaining 2014 months free.

News from Coalpit Heath WI Our November meeting was held at St Saviours Church Hall on Wednesday 5th November. There was planning to do for the forthcoming year as it was our Annual General Meeting. Some long serving members of the committee stood down, making way for some new members to get more involved. We are delighted to report that our membership has increased over the last year, and we still have a few vacancies for new ladies to join. All visitors are welcome on the first Wednesday of every month. Come along and enjoy the meeting with refreshments, in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. At the November meeting we will collected Christmas Boxes for the charity Samaritan’s Purse. Following on from a presentation given earlier in the year we decided to get involved and are hoping to send 50 boxes full of Christmas gifts to overseas children ages 2 to 14. A big thanks to the Knit and Natter Group for the donation of hats and mittens to be included in the boxes. Closer to home we will also be starting to collect edible goodies for our Christmas Hamper raffle and choosing a menu for our Christmas meal later in December at the Rising Sun. Our Christmas Lunch will be held at The Swan, Nibley, so we have 2 opportunities to enjoy the festivities this year. We’ve also had the chance to show off some our Autumnal crafts. We are always interested in trying out new crafts and ideas, so are looking forward to some of our members reporting back on a newly learnt skill of “arm knitting” – where you use your arms as the needles! It will be interesting to see what was made. We already have quite a few members signed up for the skittles team but you can still sign up at the next meeting. All the places for the Worcester Victoria Christmas Fayre on 28th November have now been filled. At the October meeting we listened to an informative talk on Heraldry by Michael Furlong. Members also brought their handmade baby blankets along for the new- natal unit, with the winner of our local competition being entered into the WI Group competition. Member s who took part in the St Saviours 69th Horticultural Show were congratulated as we notched up 11 first places. We are looking forward to seeing if we can improve on this next year. Our curry night at the Frampton Balti was a success and it is hoped to hold another evening there in the new year. We have a full programme lined up for next year and we still have the December informal Christmas crafts meeting and our annual Christmas Concert to look forward to on 17th December. So don’t be shy come along and make some new friends.

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Sodbury Tennis Club celebrate successful 60th Anniversary After an exciting year of Tennis at Chipping Sodbury, the club have celebrated in style with the Annual Ball, Anne Griffin reports. In excess of 60 members, family and friends attended and celebrated the year, with the winners of the Club’s Summer knockout tournaments being awarded their trophies. Congratulations must go to all the winners and runners up in all categories, but a special mention must go to Mr Dale Cutis who, playing this year achieved the amazing statistic of having played in a final in every decade in this, our Clubs 60th year. The Mens singles was won by Dave Mackie with Dale Curtis runner up. The Ladies Singles was won Caroline Marshall, with Ann Mora runner up. The Mixed Doubles was won by Jan Belcher and Gary Wilshire, with Ann Mora and Ollie Collard runners up. The Mens Doubles was won by Dave Mackie and Jamie

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Meal service introduced in Filton Knightstone is creating a new meal service at its extra care scheme at Springfields in Filton. The restaurant will serve residents and the local older community with traditional food at an affordable price. Springfields is an Extra Care Housing scheme where over 60’s live independently in their own flats and can access care support if and when they need it. One resident said: “I’m looking forward to home-made lunches, coffees and delicious cakes. “It’s great to have our own

restaurant where we can meet friends and enjoy a home cooked meal.” Knightstone is now seeking a local person or business to provide a daily meal service. Darrell Jackson from Knightstone said: “We are determined to find an enthusiastic local individual or business that feels passionate about serving great quality food, consistently. “While it’s key that the individual has a background in catering and understands how to produce a lunch service for over 30 people, being enthusiastic and keen to work with older residents is equally as important. The restaurant will be offered on a rent-free basis for the duration of the two year contract. The kitchen is equipped to serve up to 40 meals a day and could form the base for an existing or new catering business. The new restaurant is set to

open seven days a week from Monday 2 February 2015. Darrell added: “We understand how important

the role of food is in bringing people together and will add to Springfields fantastic community.”

Great opportunity for a catering entrepreneur in Filton We’ve got a fantastic opportunity for an experienced self-starter who is passionate about cooking, to start up a brand new business. Springfields’ is an older people’s extra care housing scheme in Filton, Bristol, where people over the age of 60 live independently. We’re looking for an experienced caterer to deliver a meal service to residents from a kitchen that can form the base for an existing or a new catering business. Working closely with the Springfields’ manager, you’ll need excellent customer service skills, ability to deliver consistent quality food to a budget and be great at managing the kitchen as well as a small team.

Interested? Email sarah.kerton@knightstone.co.uk or call 01934 526 085 to request an information pack.

The deadline for submitting applications is 10 November. Interviews will be held on the 26 November with the service commencing on 2 February 2015.

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Mixed month for Frampton Athletic Frampton’s first team had a mixed month of results as they were unable to get momentum between games. They started October with a hard-fought 2-2 draw against early league leaders Bitton Reserves. The game saw Reserve team goalkeeper, Nick Talbot, step up to the First team and pick up the man of the match award, with a string of fine saves that kept Frampton in the game. But with Frampton leading going into the 88th minute, Bitton Reserves got the equaliser that on balance they deserved. Frampton followed that battle with another tough fixture away to Oldland Abbotonians. Frampton twice came from behind to win the game 3-2, thanks to goals from Lewis Hughes, George Pike and Chris Cavill. Frampton then faced back to back cup games. First up was a GFA Senior Amateur round 2 match against Shaftesbury Crusade – who play in the Premier Division of the Bristol Premier Combination. The game was a very close affair and after 90 minutes, the score was 3-3, which led to penalties. Steve

Scannell saved the first of the Shaftesbury Crusade penalties, to set Frampton up for a 5-4 win. The second cup game was a Bristol Premier Combination League Cup match against local rivals, Brimsham Green. Frampton were well below par in this game and ended up on the wrong side of a 1-0 defeat against a Brimsham Green side who are struggling in the league. November see’s Frampton face three home matches back to back, against AEK Boco Reserves, Bristol Manor Farm Reserves and Patchway Town Reserves, before facing currently unknown opponents in the third round of the GFA Senior Amateur Cup. Frampton’s Reserve team only played 2 games throughout October. They were due to face Winterbourne United ‘A’ on 4th October, but the Winterbourne side were unable to raise a side for the game, so were forced to forfeit the fixture. In the two games that Frampton Reserves did play, they picked up two victories and equally as important, two clean sheets. The first victory saw Academy side goalkeeper, Lewis Jefferies, make his debut

for the Reserve team and had an absolutely barnstormer of a game, which saw Lewis pick up the man of the match award. Barny Yates scored the only goal of the game to give Frampton all three points. Their second victory came from an away game at Soundwell Victoria. Goals from Ollie Nelson and Chris Cavill and a clean sheet from Steve Scannell, was enough to give Frampton their fourth win of the season. After a quiet October, Frampton Reserves face a busy November, with games coming up against Seymour United, Chipping Sodbury Reserves, Nicholas Wanderers Reserves and finally a tough match against Cribbs ‘A’. Frampton’s Academy side were the busiest of the three teams at the club, with the team not having any free weeks to catch their breath! They started the month with a cracking 4-4 draw against Bristol Barcelona. With the Academy unlucky not to take all three points, they took that disappointment into their next game against Brimsham Green Reserves, and managed to come out on top with a 2-1

victory. The Academy then faced a very tough test, an away match against top of the table Yate Athletic Reserves, whose league record prior to this game consisted of 5 games, 5 wins; scoring 27 goals and only conceding 6! It was, therefore, somewhat inevitable that the Academy came away with a 4-1 defeat; albeit Yate scored 2 goals inside the last 5 minutes, as Frampton were tiring. The following week saw the Academy face another game against Brimsham Green – this time in the second round of the GFA Primary Cup. Despite the ugly scenes from the previous game, the game itself took the headlines for the right reasons, as Brimsham Green won the match on penalties. Frampton finished the month with a 2-2 draw against Port of Bristol Reserves - a game that saw the academy team throw away an early 2-0 lead. Due to the second round defeat in the GFA Primary Cup, November will see the Academy having to play only 3 games; Seymour United ‘A’, Bristol City Deaf and Hanham Athletic Colts.

Student Oli is called up for England A pupil at Winterbourne International Academy has been selected for the U15 Men’s National Development Programme. The call up for year 10 student, Oli Carey, makes him one of the top 26 players at that age in the country. Oli is Captain of the school’s Winterbourne Wolves team who progressed to the last 16 of the National Schools Competition last year. He said: “I am very happy to have been selected and am excited about the opportunity to train with the best other talent in the country. I would also like to take the chance to thank my family, coaches and team mates who helped me progress and get to this point”. WIA Principle Rob Evans told the Voice; “As an Academy we are very proud of Oli and his selection for the England U15 development squad. Oli has demonstrated an excellent attitude and works hard in everything that he does in and out of WIA. He continues to contribute to the Academy’s Basketball team who are competing again this year in the National Schools Competition. We wish Oli well in his involvement England Basketball this year”.

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Frampton Cotterell step up a gear

22 Points from Matt Lawrence get Frampton over the line Frampton Cotterell RFC 1st XV 32 - 28 Bream Frampton Cotterell recorded their 3rd win of the league campaign with an entertaining victory over Forest of Dean outfit Bream. Frampton started the brighter of the two teams and were soon throwing the ball about playing the wide expansive rugby they have been looking to play all season however their ambition led to their downfall as wing Sam Warring had a pass intercepted which allowed Bream centre and Russell Brand lookalike to run under the posts unchallenged. Bream were also looking to exert some physical dominance upfront with their distinct weight advantage and after Matt Lawrence of Frampton had kicked a penalty that was exactly what Bream did by securing their own lineout ball and driving in to the heart of the defence to score. Frampton 3 – Bream 14. Frampton were soon back in the game when centre Lawrence showed great footwork and speed to dance round three Bream defenders to score, when maybe a simple pass to Craig Smith might have led to the same result. This should have been the sign for Frampton to stamp their dominance on the game and it looked like they might do so when fly half Bob Adams took a loop pass from Lawrence, dummied 3 defenders and scuttled under the post. The game however then swung back the other way with Bream being awarded a penalty try with the last play of the first half as Frampton were judged to have persistently infringed. Half time Frampton 15 – Bream 21. Frampton started the second half much like the first with the forwards creating quick ruck ball for the backs to play with and it wasn’t long again before Lawrence would score his second try of the game this time leaving 5 defenders in his wake. Frampton were now within one point. Also much like the first half as soon as Frampton were back in the game they let themselves down by allowing Bream back in the game, this time they failed to secure the kick off which allowed Bream territory and they heavier Bream

Matt Lawrence takes the game to Bream

pack were soon driving over the Frampton Line, Frampton 20 – Bream 28. With 15 minutes to go and Frampton trailing by 2 scores in a must win game, Coach Dave Ashwin made some changes to ensure everyone was fresh and the tempo could be increased. The confidence was still there in the Frampton side and with their superior fitness they still believed they could pick up the win. From the kick off hooker George Frost lined up the Bream second row and smashed him in to next week allowing a Frampton turnover and the backs more valuable ball, and it was that man Lawrence again who capitalised from great hands from Ed Spalding and Isaac Stell to waltz over in the corner. The conversion was missed and Frampton trailed by 3. Frampton now had their tails up and were applying the pressure to a tiring Bream outfit and were soon awarded a penalty to allow them to tie the game, the penalty was missed and the nerves in the crowd were beginning to show. Frampton continued to apply the pressure and were soon awarded another penalty and this time the quick tap was taken by prop Tim Child’s, he smashed in to the Bream forward who were killing the ball, advantage to Frampton, after a series of pick and go’s from the Frampton forwards it was centre Ed Spalding who added his extra bulk to the effort and dived over the ruck from close range to score what proved to be the decisive try. Centre and

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hat trick hero Lawrence kicked the conversion and put the game out of reach, with only seconds on the clock Frampton secured the kick off and closed out the game Frampton Cotterell 32 – Bream 28.

Superb defence from Frampton denies Dings 3s from scoring at home Dings 3rd XV 0 - 12 Frampton Cotterell RFC 2nd XV

thundering in to Framptons 22, but some superb defence from Dan Caruso and Max Bleakman helped create a number of turnovers and ease the pressure. One final attack my Dings however saw Simon Belsten in the right place at the right time to intercept a pass and run over 70 metres under the posts to make it 12-0 at half time with Adam Pullen converting. Frampton knew the second half was going to be tough, with the wind now against them they were constantly pegged back in to their own 22 and for 90% of the half Dings were only stopped by great pressure and tackling from all 15 of Frampton refusing to let Dings score on their ground. A great team performance which now means Frampton have won 5 games in a row.

The signs didn’t look great for Frampton from the start as Dings were on top from the start, providing quick ball to their experienced back line. However the youngsters of Frampton soon took charge with some powerful running by number 8 Brandon Ball, it was off the back of one of these falling only inches short of the Dings try line where Ben Walker was on hand from an off load by Brandon to dive over the line and claim Framptons first try of the game. Dings saw this as a Brandon Ball in action against Dings wake up call,

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After finishing runners up in the Summer Hockey League, Puckle Ladies were keen to get stuck into the new Winter League Season, Lisa Whitehead writes.

Local cricketer scoops Bristol award Coalpit Heath Cricket Club are celebrating after one of their players scooped Bristol and District Cricket League’s ‘Young Player of the Year’ award. 19 year old Jake Neal, who has made his way up through the club’s youth system, scored over 500 runs this season including two match winning centuries. The award was presented by exEngland wicket keeper Paul Nixon at a packed BAWA club in Filton. Club Captain Matthew Toms said “We’re all really pleased for Jake. He’s a great lad and a testament to all the people who have supported and coached him from a young age. We have a track record of developing youngsters into great cricketers and we hope many more young people follow in his footsteps next season”. The club welcomes new players of all abilities and will be starting training in February. More details are available on their website http://www. coalpitheathcc.org.uk/.

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Puckle’s 1st league game saw us face Yate 3’s at our home ground - Winterbourne International Academy. Playing out of position at left wing, Charlie James got Puckle off to a cracking start scoring a hatrick in the first half! With quality team work this lead to a further 5 goals being scored, coming from: - Amy Davidge, Lisa Whitehead, Laura Davidge- Lumber and a further 2 from Charlie. Yate didn’t give in however and kept battling to go on and score 2 past us. to make the final score an 8-2

win to Pucklechurch. Our next was at Lydney. With our new keeper Jo Lawrence unfortunately not available, it was always going to be a hard game. Puckle found themselves going 3-0 down. However in true Puckle spirit we picked ourselves up and battled on managing to pull back 2 goals with the pressure. Sadly time was not on our side and it finished 3-2 to Lydney. We next faced an away game to BAC 2’s. With training moves being executed this led to 2 cracking goals being scored from forwards Rhian Phillips and Emily Pollock - much to BAC’s frustration. Keeper Jo Lawrence pulled out some top-class saves to keep the final score line at 2-0 to Pucklechurch and deservedly won Player of the Match.

Knowing that BAC had put out their strongest team made the victory extra sweet. With all the team on top form we were keen to show top of the league Clifton 4’s how its done. With no keeper Whiteheads plan of action was to pile on the pressure up front, having 4 forwards across the line. Second half goals from Rhian Phillips, Charlie James, Abby Walker and 2 from Sophie Edwards secured the win, cheered on by the men’s hockey team- who had turned up for their game afterwards. The Puckle girls were thrilled with the 5-1 victory. The win moved Pucklechurch up to 2nd position with a game in hand. With the team going from strength to strength we look forward to taking on Badminton on 8th Nov.

Winterbourne United youngsters have tough start to their season It has been a difficult period for the under 15’s and 16’s who have both succumbed to league defeats although Simon Kendall’s Under 16’s have progressed to the quarter finals of the cup after beating local rivals Bradley Stoke in a high scoring game. George Haskins’ Under 14’s have played against two previously unbeaten sides and also came away empty handed although can take a tremendous amount of credit from their performances as they look to consolidate their mid table position. The under 10’s came up just short against Bradley Stoke and then beat Downend saints in their round robin cup competition. Chris Shearwood reports following his side’s local derby against Frampton Rangers: Winterbourne Utd Colts took the initial

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advantage in the first of three meetings in three weeks against Frampton Rangers [home in the league, home in the cup, and finally away in the league again]. The game, was well contested by both sides and went down to the wire. Frampton scored first via George Pocock midway through the first half, before Jacob Thomas pulled Winterbourne level, scoring directly from an in swinging corner. Ethan James hit the crossbar and post for Winterbourne as the first half ended with the scores level. The second half was equally close with both sides having chances to score. Ethan James once again struck a post to made it look like it wasn’t going to be his teams day. However, with less than 10 minutes to go, Winterbourne’s Luke Moss hit a belter from the edge of the box for what turned out to be the winning goal.

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