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Academy to move to new trust A NEW era is approaching for students and staff at Winterbourne International Academy (WIA) as the school prepares to transfer to another trust. Approval has been given “in principle” by the Department for Eduction for the academy to be run by the Olympus Academy Trust (OAT), a locally-based organisation that also has Bradley Stoke Community School, Abbeywood Community School and five primaries in its portfolio. The Ridings’ Federation of Academies, established to run both WIA and Yate international academies since September 2009, no longer provides services for the two schools, with WIA set to transfer to OAT in 2018 and the re-named Yate Academy having recently switched to the Greenshaw Learning Trust. The change brings to an end the uncertainty surrounding WIA’s future, which is working to get out of special measures imposed by education watchdog Ofsted. Full story page 2

Just not cricket Quad bike vandals target Coalpit Heath cricket club PAGE 3

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King of the (toy) castle A tall order; volunteers have been tackling Himalayan Balsam along the River Frome. More, page 7

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New era approaches for Winterbourne academy as it prepares to move to local trust

WINTERBOURNE International Academy is set to switch to a new trust, finally removing uncertainty surrounding the school’s future. The Department for Education (DfE) has confirmed that “in principle” approval has been given for the school (WIA) to join the locally-based Olympus Academy Trust, probably early in 2018. It means the Ridings’ Federation of Academies, which currently runs WIA, and Olympus trustees will work with the DfE to plan for a smooth transfer, with the “best interests of Winterbourne students and their learning community” at the centre of discussions. The changeover will launch a new era for the former Ridings High School, which adopted academy status in September

2009 with the then King Edmund School in Yate - under the umbrella of the Ridings’ Federation of Academies. Both academies were created through the Pathfinder academy scheme in which “strong” schools were invited to partner weaker ones. They also got new buildings as a result. But a string of problems in recent years for the federation have seen a financial crisis surrounding a potential £1 million deficit, poor Ofsted ratings for both academies and the departure of two short-lived chief executive principals. WIA went on to be put into special measures by Ofsted. Olympus Academy Trust (OAT) and Castle School Education Trust jointly proposed to take over sponsorship of WIA and have been providing interim

leadership support at the school for some time. That included the

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LUKE HALL MP Vandals attack cricket club pitch COALPIT Heath Cricket club has been targeted by vandals who deliberately broke onto the pitch and drove over it with quad bikes. The incident happened overnight on Tuesday 5 September when a section of fence was removed by the lower Car Park, and a number of people on quad bikes appeared to target the square, causing damage. Club President Richard Foley told the Voice that luckily the damage wasn’t as bad as first feared: “It looked ten times worse than it turned out to be. The grass was short and the pitch was hard. We cut the grass and let it grow, and it looks OK”.

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Open Access system launched at Winterbourne library A NEW system of using libraries that offers extended opening hours has come into effect in Winterbourne. The library is one of eight in South Gloucestershire - Yate being another - where technology has been installed so registered users can access services when the premises are unstaffed. Upgraded membership cards are being issued to people who can browse, borrow and renew books and other materials or use the library for studying. The system, called Open Access, was trialled at Bradley Stoke library before being rolled out to other libraries as part of a series of changes to the service. South Gloucestershire Council had to save £500,000 within the library service and carried out a review to see how to achieve those cuts.

It led to the withdrawal of the mobile library and other changes, such as establishing community libraries in some areas and turning Chipping Sodbury library into a volunteerrun facility. Staffed hours were also cut the primary way of achieving the savings. But Heather Goddard, the council’s Cabinet member for communities, said: “I am delighted that despite continued budgetary pressure on the council we have, working closely with the community, been able to develop a solution that maintains peoples’ access to books and other resources, while making a contribution to the savings that have had to be made. “New technology will work alongside our excellent library staff so that as a community we

can make the best use of these facilities throughout the week and even more residents can visit and take advantage of them.” Open Access will allow users to visit libraries from 7.30am8.30pm seven days a week, once they have undergone

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By-pass included in feasibility studies for major transport schemes FEASIBILITY studies costing £1.2 million will investigate major transport schemes across the West of England, including a proposed by-pass for Winterbourne and Frampton Cotterell. Metro mayor Tim Bowles, who lives in Winterbourne, and council leaders agreed the funding at a meeting of the West of England Combined Authority (WECA). In South Gloucestershire, the two key areas are the A4174 Ring Road and Badminton Road (A432) coming south out of Yate and the A38 corridor. These two routes comprise the spine of the transport system through and across South Gloucestershire. The Yate study will investigate projects such as running Metrobus to the town, having better cycle facilities along Badminton Road and introducing a park and ride facility in the Badminton Road area. But other proposals include building a Winterbourne/Frampton Cotterell by-pass and improving Yate railway station. The A38 corridor study will include looking at schemes such as extending the Metrobus to Thornbury, building a major cyclepath along the A38 to the town and establishing a park and ride facility somewhere along the route. It will also consider the re-opening of Charfield railway station and improving the M5 at Junction 14 in Falfield. Matthew Riddle, leader of South Gloucestershire Council. said: “The A38 and Yate corridors are under pressure and we need to build the infrastructure not only to alleviate current congestion, but to allow the residents of tomorrow to get from A to B.”

New skatepark opened on Winterbourne recreation ground WINTERBOURNE has a new skatepark to replace a ramp that had become rusty and unsafe. An investigation of the old skateboard ramp on the recreation ground uncovered damage to the internal structure, which put it beyond repair. Winterbourne Parish Council had it removed and asked local residents, including children, for ideas on using the space that had become vacant as a result. A number of people asked for a replacement facility, leading to the new skatepark being designed and built. It was officially opened by metro mayor Tim Bowles, who is also a Winterbourne councillor.

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Pupils and staﬀ at section of Watermore the infant School in Woodend Primary Road are set to move out as part of to re-build the school’sproposals junior site in Lower Stone Close. The £4.5 million scheme will bring to fruition long-held plans to have all children and staﬀ in one location - an ambition that has existed since the Brockeridge Infant merger of School and Highcroft Junior School into a primary some six years But the infant site ago. will be sold to help pay for the re-building project, bringing in an estimated £1.4 million to £1.5 million. Frampton’s parish leaders and residents are worried that might lead to the knocking down of the historic infant building, which has school a foundation stone that reads British Schools 1846, taking away The parish council part of the has now village’s heritage raised its concerns if the site is with South redeveloped. Gloucestershire Council in the hope that something can be done

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Battle continues against Himalayan Balsam THE River Frome has been the scene of a battle over the summer as volunteers try to check the advance of an invasive weed. This action, organised by Frampton Cotterell Village Action, aims to reduce the amount of Himalayan Balsam

along the River Frome. This invasive, non-native plant has no natural checks to its growth so it out competes native wildflowers and forms dense clumps which reduce biodiversity on the riverbank. It also increases the risk of riverbank erosion as it leaves large areas of bare soil when it dies back in the autumn. It is an annual plant which grows from seed every year so the key to getting it under control is to prevent it from setting seed. A group of volunteers have been going out to clear patches of balsam along the Frome from Cogmill down to Nightingale Bridge. Phil Handy, who

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Nepal the subject of Frampton pub quiz A PUB quiz is being organised in Frampton Cotterell to support a local woman’s plans for volunteering. Medeine Jukneviciute is organising the pub quiz in Winterbourne Down to support a project that tackles poverty in Nepal, where she will be volunteering with VSO for three months. The quiz will begin at 7pm for a 7:30pm start on 12 of October at The Cross Hands pub in Winterbourne Down. Money raised will go towards Medeine’s trip to Nepal, where a group of youth volunteers from the UK will work in partnership with Nepalese volunteers to help lift some of the world’s poorest communities out of poverty. The project focuses on secondary school students and the local community in a rural location. VSO Nepal focuses on increasing school enrolment, retention and participation of

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Medieval Barn celebrates harvest WINTERBOURNE’S Medieval Barn is to host its popular Orchard Harvest Day again this month. The event is aimed at celebrating the British orchard and will feature apple displays and advice on how to identify apples. There are cider making demonstrations using a Victorian press with a chance to taste the finished product. The event also boasts falconry displays and a chance to find out about flax and linen, and how the traditional crop fits into the agricultural history of Flaxpits Lane in Winterbourne. The family event also has ferret racing, skittles, archery, llamas, and apple-bobbing. Music is provided by the Frampton Shantymen, Winterbourne Down Border Morris, and Barber Shop Singers. The Harvest Day is on Sunday 8 October from 11am – 4pm

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HAVING access to high quality childcare can be part of providing our children with the best possible start in life. It can allow parents to increase their working hours and provide the extra flexibility that modern family life sometimes demands. The difficulty for many parents has been accessibility; putting children in childcare has been simply unaffordable, often costing more than a parent is taking home after tax, and leaving people worse off despite putting in all of the hours and the hard graft. A good life should mean that raising your family feels like an incredible and joyful and, yes, sometimes exhausting journey, but it shouldn't be a constant struggle with the bills. For many local families with

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Fairer funding system to give boost to Frome Valley schools SCHOOLS in South Gloucestershire are set to receive a cash boost next year after Education Secretary Justine Greening confirmed the adoption of a new national fairer funding formula. The district has traditionally been one of the least funded local authorities for secondary and primary schools in England and is among 40 local authorities

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Frampton man told to pay £1,507 for waste disposal offences A MAN from Frampton Cotterell has been ordered to pay more than £1,507 in fines and costs after household and garage waste belonging to him was found dumped in Lyde Green. Michael White, of Kelbra Crescent, was prosecuted by South Gloucestershire Council’s environmental protection team after the rubbish, including motorcycle parts, engine oil and cardboard packaging, was discovered in Henfield Road. Evidence found among the

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Help for domestic abuse victims in South Glos NEW services to help the victims of domestic abuse in South Gloucestershire have been launched. Provided by Next Link, they include safe houses for women with children, single women and men and women with complex needs. Advisers on domestic and sexual violence are also available through outreach services, at Southmead Hospital’s A&E department and within the maternity service. There is training for all GP surgeries in the district and a range of support, including a group work scheme, available. Carol Metters, the chief executive of Next Link, said: “It is estimated that 6,000 victims experience domestic abuse in South Gloucestershire each year. “Domestic violence remains a significant problem for many individuals. More than 290 South Gloucestershire residents were recognised as being ‘at high risk of serious harm or death’ from domestic violence in 2015. “We know that victims who receive help do go on to have safe fulfilling lives. It is important that professionals and victims know what help there is available.”

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Award winning photographer showcases New Zealand OLVESTON Village Hall will be transported to New Zealand in November thanks to a presentation by an Associate of the Royal Photographic Society. Peter Haworth will showcase a photographic travel talk of New Zealand on Saturday 18 November at the Village Hall. Doors open at 19.00hrs. Money raised from this charity evening will be distributed to two charities. PENNY BROHN UK– living with cancer and AUTICULATE a charity helping autistic children and young people to adapt into society. Tickets for this evening are £10 each which includes a glass of wine on arrival. Tickets can be purchased by contacting Jane Haworth, telephone 01454 612441. There will be a bar, tea and cake, raffle and hotspot draw.

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Frampton Cotterell group shine in battle of the bands UNDERGOUND Frets have come second in a competition to find the best indie band in Bristol. The young Frampton indie band have been together for over 4 years, and played the 02 Academy for the final of The Underdog competition. Their strong showing has secured them the chance to record a single with a top industry producer who has previously got bands played on radio 1. Lead singer and songwriter Jack Nelson said “This was especially exciting for us as we have watched some of our main inspirations play this iconic venue, such as The Courteeners, The Enemy and Blossoms. It has also been a pleasure to compete against bands from all types of genres and ages who are also

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THE ballet Sleeping Beauty will come to Thornbury on the silver screen when a film of a production staged in Bristol is shown. Thornbury Picture House will show Matthew Bourne’s version of the fairy tale ballet that stars Dominic North and Hannah Vassallo. Filmed at the Bristol Hippodrome in May 2013, the film can be seen in the Cossham Hall, Chapel Street, on Friday, October 13, at 7.30pm. Doors open at 7pm and tickets, at £10 or £8 for the over65s and under-16s, can be bought from Thornbury Town Hall or by calling 01454 412272.

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n AROUND THE WIs WINTERBOURNE EVENING WI OUR members have enjoyed a wonderful WI summer despite the weather. In July many of our members gathered in the wonderful garden belonging to Pat Duke to be treated to an amazing afternoon tea provided by Pat and her helpers. Fortunately it was one of the few sunny days in July and we were all having such a good time that some were spotted going home near five o'clock in the afternoon. In August it was time for every woman's dream outing, a visit to the Cheddar Chocolate Factory and then on to Clark's Village for some retail therapy and lunch. The Chocolate Factory was started by Dean Swift and his mother some 15 years ago and they still do all the work themselves with the help

of one part time worker. Primarily they produce after dinner chocolate squares but now have branched out into other handmade chocolates. All their produce can be brand named for promotional purposes via a very clever little machine which takes in the chocolate square at one end and pops them out at the other already wrapped, sealed and brand named and ready to be boxed. Dean and his mother then let us make some chocolate for ourselves and we took home our own efforts all wrapped and with the WI logo printed on them. A wonderful day

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n FLORAL FRIENDS FLORAL Friends have been busy over the summer maintaining the wildflower areas, the planters and hanging baskets around the village. New Sculpture for Sensory Garden Andy O'Neill of Wild Wood Carving has created this delightful sculpture of a family of field mice playing on a log for

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Bradley Stoke Lions ONE of our commitments in Lions is to support young people and we were delighted to be able to host five youngsters from Avon Youth Club on a fishing trip to Clevedon Pier. Past President Robin supplied all of the fishing gear and the bait with support from Oliver's Angling in Clevedon, for which we are very grateful. The guys and girls were hugely nervous of the rag worms and squid being used for bait, particularly as the rag worms have pincers in their mouths which pinch when teased by the unwary. Curiosity however took over and by the end of the session they were all quite happy to handle them. We had a glorious sunny

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AN event was held at the new park and ride site in Lyde Green to encourage more commuters to use the facility. The Bromley Heath Viaduct team were on hand to give more details about the road works, the bus services that use the site and the provision available for cyclists. Dr Bike gave free bike checks. Best of all, the first 100 visitors could also enjoy a free bacon sandwich. Since the park and ride on Willowherb Road opened in July it has been practically empty on several occasions, with complaints about buses being cancelled or driving past the site without stopping. Mark King, South Gloucestershire Council’s Head of StreetCare and Transport said: “We have a fantastic park and ride facility here, and it is a shame that not many people have been using it so far. I hope that as a result of this event it will become a lot busier” Four services (X48, 10, 462 and 86) serve the park and ride.

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By Sarah Young of Spoilt Hair & Beauty AS time goes by, so we age. There’s nothing we can do about it, but we can look after ourselves and especially our skin. Here are our tips from your teens to your twilight years In your teens It’s a good idea to get started on a good skin routine at this age, as it will pay off in later years. Always without fail, remove your make up before you go to bed. Cleanse carefully and use the right products for your skin type. Exfoliate at least twice a week. If you’re skin is prone to acne, get the right acne products or even consult your doctors. Never share each other’s makeup and always keep hands clean. In your 30’s In your 30’s collagen begins to weaken and fine line begin to appear, so look out for all products that are good for hydrating the skin and that also protects from damage. Oil based formulas are ideal for cleansing skins, without

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n WHAT’S ON IN OUR AREA October 8 nOrchard Harvest Day, Winterbourne Medieval Barn, 11am - 4pm. See cider-making, apples, Flax demonstrations, crafts, falconry, ferret-racing, steam engine, kids' activities, live music, food & drink, etc. Entry £3. www. winterbournebarn.org.uk October 8 n Meet Sandie 11.00am at the Lock Keeper, Keynsham for a fascinating walk past the River Avon, Bitton Station, Siston Brook & Willsbridge Mill. Contact 01454 775508 October 10 n Community Coffee Morning, WADCA, 10.30 - 12.30. All welcome. October 10 n Meet Sandie 10.30am in Claverton village near the village church BA27BG. One steep climb in Bathampton Woods. Contact 01454 775508 October 11 n Carer's Club, Zion, 2-4pm. Carers welcome to stay with the person they care for or use the free time as they wish. More details from Jean 775786 or Rona 886925 October 11 n The Christmas Schooner, heartwarming musical, WADCA, 7.30pm. www.winterbournemusical.co.uk Tickets £10 tel. 317408 October 12 n The Christmas Schooner, heart-

warming musical, WADCA, 7.30pm. www.winterbournemusical.co.uk Tickets £10 tel. 317408 October 13 n The Christmas Schooner, heartwarming musical, WADCA, 7.30pm www.winterbournemusical.co.uk Tickets £10 tel. 317408 October 13 n Folk @ Frampton, Crossbow, School Road, 8pm, £2. All welcome October 13 n Quiz Night, Friends of FCCE school October 14 n The Christmas Schooner, heart-warming musical, WADCA, 2.30pm matinee.www. winterbournemusical.co.uk. Tickets £10 tel. 317408 October 15 n Monthly Roast Dinners at WADCA. For the whole community. £8.95 (£5 child). Dementia-friendly. Booking tel. 01454 776268 or e. ca.winterbourne@gmail.com October 15 n Meet Les 11.00am in the car park Thornbury Leisure Centre for a walk along the circuit of Thornbury. Refreshments en route. Contact 01454 773450 October 17 n Winterbourne and District flower club. Hosting Christmas flower demonstration by Pam Lewis. Friday 17th of November, starting at 7.30 pm. At Winterbourne

Community Centre, Watley’s End Road, Winterbourne. Tickets £8.50 from Jackie Ferris. 01454 778390 Doors open at 6.30 pm Everyone welcome. October 18 n Community Coffee morning, Manor Hall, Coalpit Heath, 10am 12.00. Sponsored by NISA. Alison Allan Tel: 07873 747513 for more details. October 18 n Local History Society, Zion hall 7.30pm. tel: 775265 rockthom@ btinternet.com October 18 n The Port of Bristol’ a talk by John Penny Zion Church, Woodend Road, Frampton Cotterell and Local History Society, BS36 2HY. Wednesday 18 Oct 2017 at 7.30 pm . All are welcome, entry £4 , includes light refreshments Free to members, annual subscription £15. October 19 n JelliRecords Open Mic Night, WADCA, 7.30 - 9.30pm. £2. Bar. Tel. 776268 October 20 n Bingo, Crossbow, 8pm. £1 for 5 games and 50p for snowball. Tel. 772947 October 21 n Ceilidh World Dance Band, WADCA, 8 - 11pm. Tickets £8 tel.776268 or e.ca.winterbourne@ gmail.com or online from Ticketsource.co.uk

St Saviour's Church, Coalpit Heath Butterflies Babies and Toddler. We are a new welcoming and friendly group. We would love to see little Babes and Toddlers, Mums or and Dads come along to join us. Starting 11th September 2017. St Saviour's Church Hall, Beesmoor Road, Coalpit Heath BS36 2RP. Mondays 9-30am till 11-30am. We’ll have lots of fun and Activities. Butterfies will have Baby changing Facilities as well as designated baby play area for Crawlers. Pay as you go £3 per family. Refreshments included for grown ups. Drink and snack included for children. Just come along or e-mail butterfliestoddlergroup@

gmail.com. Open Church Fridays The Church is open every Friday morning 11-15am1pm. A Welcome for a tea or Coffee and perhaps also stay for a light lunch, Join in with Soup and fresh bread a choice of three soups with a crumble dessert if desired.. There is No fixed charge but a Donation for Church funds is very welcome. Come along and give us a try. Short Matt Bowls A Warm welcome awaits visitors for the short matt bowls on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at St Saviour's Church Hall,

Coalpit Heath from 2-4pm. Come along, Find out and Join in even spectators to. Dedication Festival and Flowers Display St Saviour's Church Coalpit Heath The church will be open on Friday 6th October when Refreshments will be available during the day also Saturday and Sunday afternoons 7th 8th October, To view the beautiful flower arrangements by the flower guild and friends. There will be a Dedication Service on the Sunday 8th at 10am do come along you will be most welcome.

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October 21 nEleazar King Soul & Motown night, The Miners, 8pm. £5. Tel. 776958 October 24 n Frampton Cotterell W.I. , St Peters Hall, School Rd, 7.45 - 10pm Tel.773426 Tel.773426 or 778900 e. marycroberts@talktalk.net October 25 n Litter Busters, 10am - 12.00, meet at Gingerbread Man cafe. October 25 n Forget-me-not Singalong Group, Zion, 2pm-3.30pm. For local people who like a singalong. Carers welcome to stay. Details from Jean 775786 or Rona 886925 October 26 n Frampton Friendship & Dance, 2-4pm, Zion Church Hall. Learn easy, gentle dances. Suitable for beginners. No partner needed. £3 incl tea. Tel 07515 351813 October 26 n Avon Organic Group The local group for everyone interested in organic growing and organic foods. A special event for the group this month with James Campbell, Chief Executive of Garden Organic giving us a talk: "Garden Organic – Vision for the 21st Century". James, will talk about his passion for organic growing and the developing role of Garden Organic - an organisation representing organic growers and gardeners, especially ordinary gardeners and allotment holders, community groups and not-forprofit growers, promoting the benefits of organic growing and sharing best practice amongst a wide range of activities and collaborative partnerships at home and abroad. Thursday, 26th October 2017, 7pm – 9pm at The

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28 Station (in the Dance Studio), Silver Street, Bristol. BS1 2AG. All welcome. Visitors £5/Members £2. www.groworganicbristol.org / secretaryaog@gmail.com November 4 n Community Bonfire and Firework Party organised by 1st Winterbourne ( St. Michael’s ) Scout Group. Sat 4th November 2017. Gates open and BBQ from 5.30pm. Bonfire lit at 6.00pm, fireworks at 7.00pm. Tickets £4 and £3 ( under 15) available form Daisy’s Coffee Shop , maybe some on door. Contact 01454 775024 or dandow@computer.org . All proceeds to Scouting. November 13 n Commencing 7.30pm. Exhibition Budgerigar Competition. Temporary venue while local council are carrying out extensive alterations to our usual venue: The Methodist Hall, Down Road, Winterbourne Down, Bristol BS36 1BN. Visitors welcome to join us without commitment to join. Further details from the Secretary Colin Parsons. Tel 01454 775878. colinpauline@hotmail. com or Chairman Alan Fretten. Mobile 07922538894 E-mail alan_ fretten13@hotmail.com November 18 n Friends of Iron Acton School and St James Church - Christmas Sale InIron Acton Parish Hall On Saturday 18th November 3 – 5.30Pm. Varied Stalls, Father Christmas, Brass Band, Mulled Wine And Chestnuts

Regular events Monday 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 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 Programme of speakers, choirs., followed by a cup of tea. 1.50p per week. For 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.Term Time only, starting in September. We would love to welcome more tenors and basses. Please contact Jenny on 01454 313037. 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 n Winterbourne Scrabble Club - weekly 2.00 - 4.30 pm at Winterbourne & District Community Centre, Watleys End Road, Winterbourne. Further info from Gill on 01454 773573. n Slimming World Monday: 5.30pm & 7.30pm Watermore Primary School Call Alison: 07972376055 n Winterbourne Afternoon WI meets at Salem Church Hall, Factory Road, Winterbourne on the 2nd Monday of each month at 2pm. We welcome visitors. Contact 01454 250 for details or look at our web site www.wawimoonfruit.com or email lesleysharman@gmail.com n Bristol Budgerigar Society. Temporary venue while local council are carrying out extensive alterations to our usual venue: The Methodist Hall, Down Road, Winterbourne Down, Bristol BS36 1BN. Meetings commence at 7.30pm on the second Monday of each month. Chairman Alan Fretten. Mobile 07922538894 E-mail alan_fretten13@hotmail. com Details from the Secretary Colin Parsons Tel 01454 775878. E-mail colinpauline@hotmail. com Membership; Adult £7.00, senior £5.00, same address partners £10.00, different address partners appropriate single rate each. Juniors free. Visitors always welcome without commitment or charge to see the wonderful budgerigar breeding, exhibition

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and social experience that Bristol Budgerigar Society can offer. Tuesday n Rhymetime. Winterbourne Library. 9.30 – 10am. Rhymes and songs for parents and babies/ toddlers to enjoy together. n Slimming World 9.30am & 11.30am, 5.30pm & 7.30pm, The Greenfield Centre, call Frankie 07519347243 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 Tuesday group, The Greenfield Centre, Winterbourne, 7.30 -10pm, second Tuesday of month. Everyone welcome. 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. n South Gloucestershire Waterpolo club. Junior & Senior players Male Female. Winterbourne Int Academy pool. 7:00 - 8:30 pm. For more info: kazrose@blueyonder.co.uk or nash17@virginmedia.com n Winterbourne Short Mat Bowling Club Tuesday 1.30 - 3.30 at Winterbourne Community Centre, Watleys End Road. Contact Pat Sleightholme, 01179 793473. New members welcome. n Pucklechurch Folk Dance Club. We meet every other Tuesday at

Pucklechurch Community Centre from 7.45 pm to 8.15 pm. Contact Veronica Holder – 0117 937 2818 n 60+ Dance Fit class beginning on Tuesday September 5th 11.0012.00 at Crossbow House .£4.50 a session. Suitable for all levels of fitness . Please contact Nina for more information : 07833917974 n Winterbourne Down & District Horticultural Society, All Saints Church Hall, Winterbourne Down, BS36 1BX, 7.30 pm. 2nd Tuesday of the month. Info: Richard on 01454 773218. n A film night for grown ups Every 3rd Tuesday of the month in the Church at 6-30pm followed by supper also popcorn during the film. A welcome donation at the end of the evening will be most grateful the date for October is 17th. We also do a film night for children with supper on a Saturday evening once a month please see the church website. Wednesday n Pre School Storytime. Winterbourne Library 9.30 – 10.00am, term time only. n ‘Silver Chords Group, over 50’s social club. Every other Weds, Mason’s View Community Centre Winterbourne. 1.45pm. Entertainment and coach trips. Everyone welcome 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/

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n WHAT'S ON CONTINUED sarahpresley@live.com 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 song please come and join us. For more information ring Rona on 886925 or Jean on 775786. n Winterbourne Short Mat Bowling Club Wednesday 1.30 - 4.30 and 7.30 - 10.30 at Winterbourne Community Centre, Watleys End Road. Contact Pat Sleightholme, 01179 793473. n Manor Hall community coffee morning, open to all, Henfield Road, Coalpit Heath. 3rd Wednesday of every month from 10am to 12 noon in the Jubilee Room. Free entry and all profits from the refreshments will go to the Manor Hall at Coalpit Heath Charity. Handmade cards will be on sale, sold in aid of the BRACE

Charity. n Slimming World Frampton Cottrell C of E School. Call Lisa: 07815759118 n Stapleton Probus meet on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month at Begbrook CA, Frenchay Park Road 10am -12noon. Also have an active Bowls Section. Visitors Welcome. Details available, contact Registrar, John Suddell 01454 250811 n Beginners Meditation Class on Wednesdays 7pm to 8pm in Winterbourne Down. To reserve you place on the next 5 week course, please contact Sarah Presley on 07590 621495/ sarahpresley@live.com n Short Matt Bowls, St Saviours Church Hall. A warm welcome awaits all visitors on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month in the church Hall from 2pm-4pm, Being just enjoyed by all taking part and spectators. n The Frenchay Folk Dance Club meet fortnightly at Frenchay Village Hall from 7:45 until 10:15. Check frenchayfdc.co.uk or contact 0117 9409508 for more information n Wednesdays starting 6 September Bellydance Classes with Sacha From 7.30pm . Contact

Sacha on 07971 578151 or email sachabellydance@yahoo.co.uk for full details Ridgewood Community Association, Yate BS37 4AF n Yate/ Chipping Sodbury Afternoon Choir meets on Wednesdays 2pm to 4pm at St Marys Church Yate. No auditions required. Contact Nikki on 01761472468 for more details or just turn up at the church and have a free sing on the first visit. Thursday n Probus. The Miners Club, Coalpit Heath. 10am, 2nd & 4th Thursdays of month n Praise and Play. All Saints’ Church Hall Winterbourne Down 10-12 during term times. For preschool children and their parents/ carers. n Stay & Play, 1-3pm (termtime) Winterbourne Early Years Centre, Greenfield Centre, Park Ave, Winterbourne. Call Helen 01454 n Winterbourne Winds beginners/ intermediate/returners wind band rehearse Thursdays 7.30-9.30pm at the Greenfield Centre, Park Avenue, Winterbourne BS36 1NJ. Brass & Woodwind players, percussionist, bassist wanted to join sociable group. Instruments available for loan. Contact Dan 01172 395210. n Tiny Tots. 2.00-3.00pm,St Peter’s

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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,

What’s on at Winterbourne Library Open Access Monday: 8.30am – 7.30pm Tuesday: 8.30am – 7.30pm Wednesday: 8.30am – 7.30pm Thursday: 8.30am – 7.30pm Friday: 8.30am – 7.30pm Saturday: 8.30am – 7.30pm Sunday: 8.30am – 7.30pm Staffed Times Tuesday: 10.00am – 5.00pm Wednesday: 10.00am – 5.00pm Friday: 10.00am – 5.00pm Saturday: 9.30am – 12.30pm New Library Opening Times from 1 October. See above for new opening times at Winterbourne library! If you register your card

for our new Open Access system you’ll be able to access library facilities throughout the week. You can borrow and return books and use the computers. Speak to a member of staff for more details. Rhymetime: Rhymes and songs for parents and babies/toddlers to enjoy together every Tuesday morning 10.30 – 11.00am Pre School Storytime: Join us weekly on Wednesdays 10.30 – 11.00am for stories and a simple craft. Now running throughout the year. Lego Club: New to Winterbourne

library for October! Creative fun with stories, poems and Lego. Listen to stories and poems, then create a model to display at the library. One Saturday a month 10.30 – 11.30am starting on Saturday 14 October. Suitable for the primary age range, children must be accompanied by an adult. Join library staff for Pirate Pandemonium. Friday 27 October 10.30 – 12.00am. Come and make some piratical crafts at our half-term drop-in. Suitable for the primary age range. The Craft Group is meeting

on 7 and 21 October 10.00am – 12 noon. The group always welcomes new members so come along with your own craft project and join in the knitting and nattering. Do you have what it takes? WT library is looking for IT volunteers to help customers with basic computing skills including setting up an iPad; accessing and using Universal Jobmatch; using mobile phones; emailing and surfing the Internet. If you’re a confident computer user and could offer a couple of hours of your time each week, please talk to a member of staff.

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30 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. Sallykitching@googlemail.com Tel no 01454 774401 n Sugarcraft: If you are interested in sugar icing why not come along to our meeting? We have demonstrations monthly on flowers and models and practice/ workshops with instruction. We meet on the third Thursday of every month at 7.30pm – 9.30pm at St Andrews Hall, Elm Park, Filton. Visitors welcome. Contact Jean Kington on 0117 956 8737 for more information. n Winterbourne Short Mat Bowling Club Thursday 1.30 - 4.30 at Winterbourne Community Centre, Watleys End Road. Contact Pat Sleightholme, 01179 793473. New members welcome. n Winterbourne Down WI meetings held on the first Thursday of each month at 7.30pm in All Saints Church Hall, Winterbourne Down. n Stationary Engine Club, Meets at Miner’s Club Coalpit Heath 7:30 pm first Thursday of every month. n Frampton World Dance for beginners, 2nd & 4th Thursdays in month, 2.00 - 4.00pm, Zion Church Hall, Upper Chapel Lane, Frampton BS36 2HY. Learn easy gentle

dances from around the world, no partner needed, for people of all ages. Authentic music, social break for tea and chat. £3. Contact Hilary Jay 07792 495 367 n Severn Counties Foreign & British Bird Society Meetings at 8pm, Winterbourne Down Methodist Church Hall, Down Road, Winterbourne, BS36 1BN on 3rd Thursday of each month. The local club for all keepers of canaries, finches or other birds. Monthly talks, club events, twice yearly shows. All welcome. Contact severncounties@gmail.com, Tel Molly Durbin 01275 373743. Web Address: http://www.foreignbritishbirds.info/index.html n Frampton Singalong will be back on 1st Thursday in the month, 2 pm at Crossbow House, BS36 2DB. Favourite songs from the shows, live music and sitting exercises. Tea, cakes & fresh fruit £3.00 All welcome - no voice needed! Hilary Jay 07515 351 813 n Frampton Friendship & Dance for beginners/improvers every 4th Thursday in the month, 2.00 4.00pm, Zion Church Hall, Upper Chapel Lane, BS36 2HY. Gentle exercise with easy dances from around the world to live authentic music and experienced teacher. No partner needed, all ages. Social break with refreshments. £3.00. All welcome. Hilary Jay 07515 351 813

Thursday Travel Club Meets first Thursday of the monthSt Saviour’s Church Hall, Beesmoor Road, Coalpit Heath n March 2nd: Peter Davey; Around Bath by Tram. n Winterbourne Winds beginners/ intermediate/returners wind band rehearse Thursdays 7.30-9.30pm at the Greenfield Centre, Park Avenue, Winterbourne BS36 1NJ. Brass & Woodwind players, percussionist, bassist wanted to join sociable group. Instruments available for loan. Contact Dan 01172 395210. Contact Roger: 07925 296930 or 01454 77701 Friday n Frome Valley Art Group Greenfield Centre, Winterbourne. 1pm to 4pm and 6.30pm to 9pm n Frampton Cotterell Male Voice Choir, Zion Church, Frampton Cotterell. 7.30pm – 9.00pm. New members welcomed, no audition, search www.fcmvc.co.uk or email contact@fcmvc.co.uk.. n Frampton Cotterell Community Associon. Fridays at Crossbow House School Road Ist Friday of

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every month Quiz- 3rd Friday of every month Bingo, start at 8 pm. n St Saviours Church Coalpit Heath. The Church opening every Friday meeting every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month but in the church hall. With a bring and buy lunch just bring something to go on the table to share, but tea and coffee will be provided from 11-15am till 1pm, Visitors are most welcome. n Frome Valley Art Group. Meets every Friday at 1.30 and 7-9pm at the Greenfield Centre, Winterbourne, BS36 1NJ Internationally renowned artist, Trevor Waugh, will give a watercolour demonstration on Friday 20th October at 7.00pm. Free for members and £4 for guests. For further details and reservations please contact lesleysharman@gmail.com 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 n Patchwork and Quilting Beginner classes starting in September on alternate Saturdays. For more information contact Sallieann Harrison on 01454 774591. Also Patchwork and Quilting Classes Block of the Month for intermediate quilters. One Saturday every month for seven months starting in September. Contact Sallieann Harrison on 01454 774591. Sunday n Japanese Embroidery Class Greenfield Centre, Winterbourne 9.30am to 4pm, (monthly). Contact: Jo Tripp 01454 850147.

October, 2017 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. n Car Boot Sale Every Sunday 9am Beesmoor Road Playing Field, Frampton Cotterell. £5 per car/van Call 07802 336731 n Indoor short mat bowls at Pucklechurch Community Centre. Established players and beginners welcome. Bowls provided. Sessions Sunday afternoon and Monday and Wednesday evenings. Contact Roger Payne 0117 937 3653

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Coalpit Heath Church will be open for Dedication Flower Festival viewing: n Friday 6th October 11-4pm n Saturday 7th from 2pm-4pm n Sunday 8th 2pm-3-30pm. Arranged by the church flower Guild and Friends. There will also be Refreshments available . But there will be a very warm welcome to join us in any of our services, Please look on the church website. The 1st Sunday of the month is Parish Praise for all ages at 10am followed by Refreshments.

100 up for youngsters PART of the oldest uniformed voluntary organisation, The Boys’ Brigade is celebrating its centenary. Although founded in 1883, the Junior Section age group is marking its hundredth birthday. The local Boys’ Brigade has a group in Yate for ages 5-19. There are companies across The UK and the world and The Boys’ Brigade has organised special events over the year including sleep-overs, activity weeks and charity events. As the new year approaches Avon Battalion Boys’ Brigade would welcome any new members and helpers join them continue this work in what is a great organisation. For more information call Mark Fuller on 07984 983454 or on Facebook @ Avon Battalion Boys’ Brigade.

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Walk on the wild side A GROUP of 16 local adults and children joined conservation educator Steve England for a free a community walk exploring nature, local history and edible wild foods in Lyde Green. Organised by South Gloucestershire Council, the free event encouraged residents to stick on their wellies and get out and explore the area where they live. Meeting outside the Taylor Wimpey office, the group enjoyed a walk along Lyde Green’s many paths and country lanes, and well behaved dogs were welcome too. One person who attended the event said: “We had a fantastic morning learning so much. Our tutor Steve England was really exciting and engaging to listen to. Thank you so much.” South Gloucestershire Councillor Colin Hunt said: “Our free nature walks give residents an opportunity to explore their new developments and local environment, while enjoying

some exercise and learning more about the area. “We want to promote sustainable travel to residents of South Gloucestershire’s new developments and we are working closely with these communities to encourage more people to take up walking, cycling and public transport.” In April this year, the four West of England councils (Bath & North East Somerset, Bristol City, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire) were awarded £7 million of government funding to improve sustainable travel over three years. Part of this is being used to promoteg increased levels of physical activity through walking and cycling. Details of future events will be featured on South Gloucestershire Council’s Facebook pages: www.southglos. gov.uk/facebook or www. facebook.com/travelwestEng

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Starts at home Metro Mayor Tim Bowles visited a newly refurbished supported housing scheme as part of a campaign to raise awareness of the vital role Supported Housing plays in our country. Merlin invited Mr Bowles and Jack Lopresti MP to tour Buckingham House in Filton to see the results of the housing association’s £1.5m investment in the scheme. Over the past year Merlin has converted eight bedsits and the former warden’s flat into six, modern onebedroom flats. It has also completely revamped and redecorated the rest of the

building, including the communal lounge where residents hold their weekly coffee morning and where the pair chatted with residents about the work.

Now in its second year, Starts at Home is run by the National Housing Federation to celebrate how supported housing helps hundreds of thousands of vulnerable people regain their “It’s completely independence and confidence.

changed; everything is a lot brighter than it was before”

With the work at Buckingham House completed, new residents are now moving in. One of them is Alfreda Verrier and she said as soon as she saw the flat that she knew she wanted to move in.

“It’s absolutely perfect,” she said. “I was so pleased to get it as I never thought I’d have somewhere to live like this. All the other residents are really nice and the staff who are supporting us are wonderful.” Resident Fred Brooks continued living there while the work took place and said he was impressed with the transformation. “It’s completely changed; everything is a lot brighter than it was before,” he said. “They have done a fantastic job.” Merlin is now starting work on a similar remodelling at Langdale Court in Patchway.

Metro Mayor Tim Bowles talks to residents at Buckingham House

Merlin helps people into work Landlord Merlin is supporting customers to achieve their careers goals through its brand new into work service – and it is already having a positive impact. In just the first three months of being set up, the service has helped five people get a permanent job. “My role is to help our customers to overcome any barriers to employment and give them the support they need to reach their career goals and aspirations,” says Katie Coates who is the Into Work Officer. “I help people who have been out of work for a while, people who work but want to do something different, or people who want to increase their hours – as long as they are a Merlin customer, we will support them. “And it doesn’t stop once they achieve their goals, I keep in touch to make sure they are happy with everything and support with any issues that may arise, for as long as they need.” The service is entirely voluntary and tailored to the individual. Whether they need help to identify what kind of job is right for them, to write a CV or

cover letter, want to improve their interview skills or need support accessing training opportunities or voluntary roles – Katie is confident there will be something she can help with. The organisation is building links with local employers and college to maximise opportunities for people, and spending lots of time in local job centres to advise Merlin customers. The programme can even help with the costs of getting to an interview or buying new clothes for it.

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n NEWS PUPILS are making the most of a new woodland tower and climbing equipment that has been installed in the grounds of Iron Acton Primary School. Two years of planning, which involved the youngsters, came to fruition when the equipment was put in place - with the help of £10,000 from the Big Lotto Fund and £2,000 from local charity Acton Aid. Headteacher Mike Riches said: “We are very keen on using our outdoor space. We have a huge field with a forest

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Going up in the world - pupils enjoy new climbing equipment schools area, growing area and pond which we use to support our curriculum. We have now improved it further with our climbing equipment. “We are also very keen to challenge all children through their time at our school and

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Families will be able to see the equipment at an open day at the school on Tuesday, October 3, at 1.30pm. Parents who want to attend must register at the school office in advance.

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Local Police News with PC Finbar Simmons

I’D like to start with a “thank you”. In July we asked you to report incidents of anti-social behaviour and encourage people to think about the impact of their actions on others. I’m happy to report we didn’t have many issues over the summer. With Hallowe’en coming up we’d like to remind everyone planning to celebrate to remember that not everyone does. Please be considerate and don’t disturb anyone who hasn’t got decorations up. Pretty soon it’ll be dark before the end of the evening rush hour. We know that a dark house can tell thieves that no one’s at home, but you can make your home more secure by: • Using a timer switch to turn on lights and a radio at dusk • Installing low-energy motion-

sensing security lighting • Always locking up and setting the alarm at night as well as when you go out • Never leaving keys in the back of the door • Keeping keys, mobile phones and other portable valuables safely out of sight of the letterbox or windows Also think about everything you keep in your shed or garage. Bicycles and power tools are often stolen from outbuildings. Even ladders or hand tools could be used by a thief, so it’s important to make sure your shed, garage and gates are sturdy and have good quality locks. Make your bike identifiable by permanently marking it with your postcode and noting the serial number. Always use a good bike lock attached to a ground anchor -

even inside an outbuilding. Marked property is easier to identify as stolen, making it less attractive to thieves. You can also record serial numbers on the secure national property database www.immobilise.com Joining Neighbourhood Watch is one of the most effective things you can do to prevent burglary. Thieves avoid communities where people look out for one another and report suspicious incidents to police. If you think a crime is underway or a suspect is in the area, call 999 immediately; while if you see or hear anything suspicious report it on 101. You can find security advice, information about Neighbourhood Watch and get in touch with us through our website, www. avonandsomerset.police.uk.

Winterbourne Players ready for murder mystery spoof WINTERBOURNE Players are in rehearsals for their next production ‘Murdered to Death’ by Peter Gordon. The play introduces the inept and bungling Inspector Pratt who battles against the odds and his own incompetence to solve the murder of the lady of the house. The play is the first in the Inspector Pratt trilogy of spoofs of the Agatha Christie ‘whodunnit’ genre. Performances are on 23, 24 and 25 November. Tickets are £7 and can be booked via the Winterbourne Players website; www. winterbourneplayers.co.uk or by telephone; 0333 666 3366.

Thrilling evening of drama pledged by Court Players A THRILLER by Francis Durbridge will be staged by the Court Players during a threenight run in Rangeworthy’s Memorial Hall. The production of A Touch of Danger follows the success of the group’s Blood Brothers and it’s

sell-out performances of Panic Stations and Death in Character. A traditional pantomime is also performed every year by the actors, who largely come from Rangeworthy, Chipping Sodbury, Yate and Wickwar. The Court Players have entertained audiences for 55 years, putting on at least three productions a year. Their latest drama runs from October 12-14, with curtain up at 7.30pm. Tickets can be bought by phoning Lin Lewis on 01454 321149. A bucket

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Appeal for reading volunteers A PROJECT in which retired people go into schools to support children with reading is looking for more volunteers in the South Gloucestershire areal. The Retired and Senior Volunteer Programme (RSVP) helps pupils become fluent and confident readers and also make reading fun. The organisation, which is part of the national charity Volunteering Matters and specialises in volunteering for those aged 50 plus, is already working in South Gloucestershire, including at Blackhorse Primary in Emersons Green, and would like to put volunteers into more schools. It is also active in schools in Bristol, Bath and North Somerset, To find out more look at www. rsvp-west.org.uk , contact joan. whitehead@rsvp-west.org.uk or phone 01225 314860.

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Good Reasons to Stretch – Part 1 By Craig de Groot, Chiropractor at the Willow Brook Clinic Posture and Confidence It’s easy to forget to stretch. It’s often overlooked because the results are not as visible as lifting weights and squatting—or so you think. Stretching can lead to better posture, fewer aches and pains, greater confidence, and a more positive outlook on life. Stretching increases your blood flow and circulation for a healthier body and sends oxygen to your brain for a clearer mind and confident mood. Your gluteal muscles We do a lot of sitting, but did you know sitting is tough on your body, especially on your glutes? When you are sitting, the nerves that activate your glutes can shut down in a very short period of time. When your glutes shut down, other muscles and joints in your body become over-stressed and

can result in pain in places such as the knees and lower back. The most effective way to combat this problem is to keep your glutes active. Getting up and stretching your glutes and hip flexors is a good first step to wake up these muscles. Whether you work out or not, stretching these tight muscles can reduce future injury and pain. Your Thoracic Spine Your thoracic spine, which is located in the middle of your back, is very important to stretch and keep moving. Simple spinal rotation exercises throughout the day are extremely important if you drive, sit, or just stay in one place for a few hours of the day. When the thoracic spine becomes tight, it can create many problems up and down the chain of the body. Your neck, shoulders and chest can

tighten up or become unstable and weak with a tight thoracic spine. If you would like to become more supple and able to do the things you want to do, contact your chiropractor or physiotherapist today and ask for help. Happy stretching!

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Big Issue founder gives Merlin staff tour of the House of Lords Staff from a Chipping Sodbury based housing charity have received a guided tour around the House of Lord’s from the founder of the Big Issue magazine. Seven staff were given an all-access tour by Lord Bird. The visit was a thank you for the team after they spent a week in the summer transforming the homelessness magazine’s Bristol office. Business Administration

Apprentice Jasmine Newton said: “It was a really great day, we had so much fun. Lord Bird was brilliant; he told us about his life story, how he founded the Big Issue and became a Lord. We got to see around the House of Lords and the House of Commons and some of us even got to see Prime Minister’s Questions. It was such an interesting day.” A cross-bench peer appointed to the House of Lords in October 2015, Lord Bird told

Challenges to be met by 2020 in health report THREE targets have been set by health chiefs to improve the lives of people in South Gloucestershire. BY 2020, it is hoped to reduce by 20 per cent both the level of child poverty in the district and the gap in educational attainment between the more well off and the poorer children. The third of the 2020 Challenges outlined by South Gloucestershire’s director of public health, Professor Mark Pietroni, in his annual report is to increase by 20 per cent the number of mothers who breastfeed. Professor Pietroni said South Gloucestershire was generally a healthy place to live, with almost all data indicating better outcomes than the national and

regional averages. But there was a clear link between people’s health and educational achievements and their income levels, so while poverty was lower in the district than in many other areas, those living with less had measurably poorer health. The public health sector and other organisations, including South Gloucestershire Council, will work on achieving the three challenges. The council said one example of supporting families in need was the ActivePlay scheme, which allowed lower income families or those with children with disabilities to get vouchers for their children to use the area’s sports and leisure facilities.

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stories of working in the café at parliament when he was on the run from the police, of vendors past and present, and his own experiences of homelessness and poverty.

Lord Bird said: “It was brilliant meeting the team from Merlin. It was a golden hour, I think we all thoroughly enjoyed it.”

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A guide to pre-owned cars with Richard Cooke

Second hand Style Richard continues his investigation into the used Alternatively-Fuelled Vehicles (AFV) market.] BMW i3, 2014 – present: The Emperor’s New Clothes BMW posits itself as “The Ultimate Driving Machine”, and for nearly ninety years their claim has been credible. You know what to expect from a BMW – smooth engines powering the rear wheels, sound build quality, sporty and often elegant styling that dates well and always a hefty price tag to match. So how many of the traditional BMW characteristics does their mass-market electric offering the i3 fulfil? All but one, and I can’t understand why buyers don’t spot the problem from a hundred yards. On the used market you choose between two models: the ‘BEV’ (Battery Electric Vehicle,

tested here) and the ‘REx’ (Range Extender). The REx comes with a 650cc two cylinder petrol engine, which acts as a generator for the battery rather than driving the wheels. My 33KWh BEV test model offers a real-world range of 110 miles; the lesser 22KWh only 80. The REx broadly doubles these ranges, but uses two gallons of fuel in the process. Inside, the i3 is a mix of interesting and frustrating. There’s plenty of light and space up front, and the dashboard consists of what looks like two iPads with an aircon unit stuck underneath. The door and dash trim finish has been deliberately pared back to “demonstrate sustainability”; it looks cheap and nasty. My test model came with a T-bar sunroof, which is novel but of no practical use. Room in the back is limited to two, with access hampered by narrow and pointless ‘suicide’

doors. The boot is super-mini small, and under the bonnet there is room only for charge cables. Things get better on the move – the i3 feels considerably quicker than the quoted 7 seconds to 60mph. Laughably narrow rear tyres struggled for grip at full throttle, but handling is typically excellent and borderline fun. The regenerative braking system is so powerful that you hardly need to use the brakes, just lift off the accelerator and the car slows dramatically. As with most AFVs, the i3 is incredibly simple to drive. The gearbox is a column-mounted automatic selector, further decluttering the dashboard. The i3 has proven reliable so far, and most are still in warranty having covered low mileages. The market for used i3’s is strong and shallow though, so prices remain high and BMW dealers hold most of the stock. Depreciation, whilst

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heavy compared to a standard BMW, is nothing against the drop last month’s Nissan Leaf suffers. So if you want a ‘bargain’ used i3, you will struggle. I suggest you wait for the new model to hit the showrooms in the next few months, as that usually pushes second hand prices down. But before you take a test drive, think about booking an eye test first. Because to desire this car, you must overlook the gawky, poorly proportioned mess that BMW have foisted on us. Take those comical 19 inch bicycle wheels that wouldn’t look out of place on a pre-war Austin 7. Or the graceless “look-at-me” rear door and window styling; I cannot get past the way this car looks, which is like a cross between an old Audi A2 and a penny-farthing bicycle. BMW are already putting this battery technology into their standard cars, so one day the i3 may quietly fade away and I will rejoice. Because whether outside Waitrose in Chipping Sodbury or a Bavarian beer hall, the i3 looks ridiculous. Someone had to say it. What to pay: £15k for a 2014 example with 40k miles, to £35k for a 6 month old with 5k miles Next month: Prime Porker

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n NEWS

Garden fetes give residents a close encounter with wildlife

RESIDENTS living near building sites in Coalpit Heath and Iron Acton have visited a series of free events which gave them a close encounter with local wildlife. Three garden fetes were held by local housing association Merlin and its contractors Lovell in the villages to thank residents for their patience while the building work takes place. Visitors saw hedgehogs, slow worms, toads, with face painting and cake on offer. The first two fetes were in Coalpit Heath, with the final event taking place last week in Iron Acton, where 27 homes are being built in Algars Drive, Chilwood Close and Nibley Lane. The last of the existing properties have just been demolished and the timber frames for the new homes have already started going up. Merlin is building 72 affordable homes on several sites

A prickly customer: residents get up close to a hedgehog across the two villages to replace 44 existing properties which were in poor condition. Merlin Customer Liaison Officer Sarah Durbin said: “It’s been great running the

garden fetes with Lovell; the kids have loved the bugs, bats and balloons. And hopefully we’ve given some of them the gardening bug with the planting workshops we’ve run at the

fetes.” The new homes will be available to rent and to buy through shared ownership. Work is due to be completed in phases throughout 2018.

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Paralympian to take the plunge at Thornbury Arts Festival

SWIMMER Kate Grey, who just missed out on the medals in the 2008 Beijing Paralympics, will be one of the star guests at the next Thornbury Arts Festival. Kate, 28, competed internationally for many years, also winning silver and bronze medals at the IPC (International Paralympic Committee) world championships. Illness meant she missed out on qualifying for the London 2012 Paralympic Games but it led to her move into the media and although she has since retired from the pool, she now works as a sports reporter, commentator and pundit. Kate is from Thornbury and is a former pupil at the Castle School.

She lost her hand in an accident when she was two but it never stopped her enthusiasm for taking part in sport. Kate went on to study at Bath University, where she also trained, and in 2010 was voted the university’s sports personality of the year. At the 2018 arts festival next April, Kate will give a lunchtime talk about growing up with a disability, the highs and lows of being an elite athlete and switching into the world of broadcasting. Another former Castle School student, Andy Clarke, has been booked to give an evening talk about his career as a producer, director, writer and broadcaster for television food series.

He has been involved in TV cookery shows for some ten years, including Saturday Kitchen Live and a number of James Martin programmes. The arts festival runs from Friday, April 20, to Saturday, April 28, and as already reported in Thornbury Voice, will be launched by comedian Jeremy Hardy performing on the opening night. A regular on The News Quiz on Radio 4, his other work on the station includes Jeremy Hardy Speaks to the Nation, I’m Sorry I Haven’t a Clue and You’ll Have Had Your Tea. Other festival highlights include a performance by the Birmingham Town Hall Gospel Choir, winners of the first Songs

of Praise Gospel Choir of the Year, and actor Rebecca Vaughan with her award winning drama Jane Eyre: an Autobiography. The remaining programme is still being developed by festival organisers, who will announce other acts as they are booked. Tickets will go on sale at a later date.

Barry's right on cue to help Jessie May WORLD Snooker chairman Barry Hearn has been announced as the latest patron for Bristolbased charity Jessie May. After learning about the work of the charity and its nurses when World Snooker partnered Jessie May for the 2016/2017 snooker season, Barry decided to take the relationship further and become an official patron. Jessie May, a hospice at home charity which cares for terminally ill children in Bristol, Bath, North Somerset, South Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, needs to raise around £1,400,000 every year to continue supporting children and their families. As a patron Barry will help raise awareness for the cause as well as vital funds. He will also support charity events with the first being An Evening with Steve Davis and Barry Hearn on Thursday October 19 at Ashton Gate Stadium.The event will be hosted by Mark Regan. Julian Withers, head of fundraising at Jessie May, said: “We are delighted to welcome Barry on board as a Jessie

Snooker's Steve Davis and Barry Hearn May patron. Barry has been instrumental in driving our partnership with World Snooker which has been massively beneficial for us in the past year, both in terms of awareness and funds. “Barry also took the time to visit nurses and families

and find out more about Jessie May’s work, which was greatly appreciated. “I don’t think we realised how big the response to our partnership with World Snooker would be. We raised an amazing £100,000 during the World Championship tournament and

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gained support from snooker fans all across the UK, which for a small, local charity like us was fantastic. And the support isn’t ending. We have been named World Snooker’s charity of the year for the 2017/18 season too. “We’re looking forward to Barry’s first appearance as our patron at the upcoming event in October. This evening is not just for snooker or sports fans but business people, Jessie May supporters and anyone looking for a good night out!” Barry Hearn said: “I am thrilled and honoured to have been asked to become a patron of Jessie May. “Having met the nurses and seen them in action, I know the difficult job they do is done with such commitment and passion." Jessie May is caring for 125 terminally ill children in the South West and a further 47 bereaved families. Tickets for the Evening with Steve Davis and Barry Hearn are £60 each or £500 for a table of 10. For more information visit www.jessiemay.org.uk/ eveningwith/

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n TAKE A BREAK PUZZLES FOR EVERYONE Adult puzzles Children’s puzzles Can you find 50 chemical elements vertically, horizontally or diagonally?

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WORDSEARCH Antimony, Argon, Arsenic, Barium, Beryllium, Bismuth, Boron , Cadmium, Carbon, Cobalt, Copper, Curium, Erbium, Europium, Francium, Gold, Hafnium, Helium, Indium, Iodine, Iron, Krypton, Lanthanum, Lead, Mercury, Neon, Nickel, Niobium, Nobelium, Oxygen, Phosphorus, Radium, Radon, Rhenium, Ruthenium, Samarium, Silver, Sodium, Strontium, Sulphur, Tellurium, Thallium, Thorium, Thulium, Tin, Titanium, Uranium, Vanadium, Xenon, Zinc.

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Swimmers to dive back into Yate swimming pool after upgrade

Warrior girls enjoy coaching session with former Scottish international

YATE swimming pool is set to reopen at the end of October after major refurbishment. The main pool - and the learner pool - at the town’s leisure centre have been out of use since early April to allow the work to be carried out. However, swimmers were provided with a temporary pool outside the building at the rear of the Kennedy Way car park from the start of the project so they could continue to take the plunge. At 18x10 metres, it was thought to be one of the biggest temporary pools of its kind, holding 35,635 gallons of water. The large number of people who use the leisure centre pools each week led to the novel

approach to provide alternative facilities so they didn’t miss out on leisure swimming and lessons. Now the refurbished pools will be re-filled with water in early October before being tested and monitored by the building contractors. The water will then be gradually heated before the pools re-open - slightly later than originally envisaged. A spokesman for the centre thanked users for their “patience and continual support”. The essential maintenance and refurbishment carried out included replacing pipework and installing environmentally friendly equipment which will secure the future sustainability of the pools.

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