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Pride of our High Street JUDE Trackman, of Sew N Sew in Westbury-on-Trym, is now BS9’s Queen of Shops. Her haberdashery business in Canford Lane came out on top in a competition to find the area’s Independent Shop of the Year. It attracts shoppers from all over Bristol and offers individual attention to everyone from novices to expert needlecrafters. About 800 people voted in the contest, which involved 30 shops and was organised by Bristol West MP Charlotte Leslie. She said: “Our local independent businesses are the lifeblood of the high street and it is so important that we highlight the good work they do.” Full story: Page 5
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Hands off our boundaries Proposed Boundary Commission changes for Henleaze and Westburyon-Trym have sparked an outcry.
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Junior school head retires
Gillian Rowcliffe, head of Red Maids’ Junior School for nearly 30 years, has retired. Her successor is Lisa Brown.
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National award for local pub The Eastfield Inn in Henleaze Road has been named the most family friendly pub in the country.
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News Move to change ward boundaries provokes outcry
SIGNIFICANT changes, which could be made to Henleaze and Westbury ward boundaries as part of a recent electoral review, has sparked controversy among local politicians and groups. Noticeable amendments to the wards include Westbury Village, Westbury Parish Church, the village hall and the war memorial becoming a part of Henleaze. Westbury-on-Trym would also be represented by only one councillor, rather than two, should the proposals go ahead. Westbury-on-Trym councillor Geoff Gollop has deemed the proposal as “beyond belief”, while Henleaze councillor Clare CampionSmith says that the boundary changes could alter the character of both places. She said: “The Boundary Commission are proposing big changes to Henleaze and Westbury-on-Trym. These have the potential to change the character of both places. “It is important that we submit comments - good and bad - to the commission as we must live with their decisions for quite a few years to come.” Westbury-on-Trym Society chairperson, Hilary Long, said: “The society’s committee is amazed and bewildered by this proposal, as are the many Westbury residents who have so far heard about it. “At this stage we are not sure where it originated but it seems to have come from a number cruncher who has no idea whatsoever about the varied heritage. “Westbury-on-Trym is a strong village community with an ancient history whose origins pre-date those of Bristol itself. The society hopes that its various institutions, both religious and cultural will join discussions with ourselves, our local councillors and our MP and representatives of the Henleaze Society, to examine the reasoning behind the plan and determine a viable alternative that can preserve the identities of our historic village and its equally long-embedded community. “We wish to maintain the character and entity of the whole of Westbury, whose old and modern counterparts are interdependent in both lifestyle and interests.” Councillor Gollop said: “It is totally unacceptable to disregard Westbury’s heritage in this way. I am sure that local residents will think the same as me and want to write in to make sure the Boundary Commission has a re-think. We’ve got until early February to make our voices heard.” Reshaping current areas is part of the electoral review, which aims
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It’s Lunar Optical’s 2nd Birthday! Councillor Gollop in front of Westbury-on-Trym war memorial to balance the number of citizens each city councillor represents. Bristol would be retaining its 70 councillors, however some wards would be only represented by one councillor, such as Westbury-on-Trym and others by three. Members of the public are being encouraged to have their say on the proposed changes, drafted by the independent
Local Government Boundary Commission for England (LGBCE). For full details of the recommendations, and to have your say, visit: www.lgbce.org. uk/current-reviews. To view the interactive map, which shows the proposals for new ward boundaries, visit: consultation. lgbce.org.uk.
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Westbury’s Sew N Sew takes top prize WESTBURY-on-Trym haberdashery and knitting shop, Sew N Sew, has been crowned winner of the BS9 Independent Shop of the Year. The competition attracted more than 800 votes for around 30 shops in Henleaze, Westburyon-Trym, Stoke Lane and Stoke Bishop areas. At a prize-giving ceremony, organised by MP Charlotte Leslie and attended by Lord Mayor Alistair Watson and Ken Simpson from the Federation of Small Business, Sew N Sew in Canford Lane was declared overall winner. Other businesses which were commended included Up and Running in Westbury Park, Jaydene in Henleaze Road and Molesworth Butcher in Henleaze Road. Jude Trackman, owner of Sew N Sew, said: “To win Independent Shop of Year for BS9 area was fantastic. “As a small specialist shop
selling haberdashery, craft, ribbon and wool we have customers from all areas of Bristol, ranging from experts in knitting to those who want to learn. “We work very hard to help them find just the right shade of ribbon, buttons or pattern. “Young mums just learning to knit come in for one to one help when they get stuck, they bring
their mums when they visit and for them it is what they grew up with, a proper haberdashery. “Customers ask “I don’t suppose you have...?” The answer is usually yes or we find an alternative. “We have had fantastic response to winning and it is to all that voted for us that we are very proud of our shop.” Ms Leslie said: “Our local
independent businesses are the lifeblood of the high street and it is so important that we highlight the good work they do. “We received around 800 votes from customers eager to highlight the good service and quality on offer from their favourite shops.” A lucky customer who nominated Sew and Sew will now have £100 to spend in the shop.
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needs, when it needs it. We hope that the app will not only be useful but fun too, with a wellness quiz, a quality of life assessment for dogs and the ability to upload photos of your pet as well as their birthday, breed and other details. Just download the free app
WESTBURY-on-Trym businessman, Shrien Dewani has returned to the UK after being cleared of plotting to murder his wife. However, it is unknown whether he is living back at his Bristol home. The case against Mr Dewani was rejected after South African judge Jeanette Traverso deemed the prosecution evidence as being “riddled with contradictions”. The care home boss denied arranging the murder of wife Anni after she was killed during their Cape Town honeymoon in November 2010. Mr Dewani, who suffered from severe post-traumatic stress disorder following Anni’s death, was extradited to South Africa in April 2014 to face trial. Since his return back to Britain, the gates and driveway of Mr Dewani’s home have been targeted by vandals, with white paint covering the pavement. Anni’s family has condemned the judge’s decision and may take action in the new year, it has been reported.
Local projects benefit pet’s health and wellbeing at the same time. It’s called Pet Dialog and it’s FREE. PetDialog lets you track and chart the progress of your pet’s exercise, diet, weight and even your walks together, which you can choose to share on social media sites such as Facebook. Do you want to tell your friends where you have been on your walks? Then this is for you. Critically, Pet Dialog also has a built in calendar to let you see upcoming appointments for your pet and also allows you to set up reminders for preventative flea and worm treatments, vaccinations and health checks ensuring your pet gets what it
onto your smartphone, from the app store or google play and enter the code ‘AHVets01’ to get you started! If you have the Blippar app on your phone you can also access video content and information about PetDialog, by holding it over our Yorkie in the picture below or walking up to one of the posters in our waiting room. If you have any questions feel free to call the practice on 0117 3355999 or email us at info@animalhousevets.com. Don’t forget we are also on Facebook, so make sure you ‘like us’ to get regular practice updates, offers and photos!
MONEY has been awarded to a number of local projects in Henleaze and Westbury as part of Bristol being European Green Capital 2015. Elmlea School received £2,345 to create a sustainable garden in the school grounds, Westbury-on-Trym Academy received £3,500 to develop their playground to grow fruit and vegetables, and £4,960 was agreed to go towards the replacement of trees in Devonshire Road trees. The Henleaze, Westbury and Stoke Bishop received around £35k worth of applications, however, only £10k was available in the budget to allocate to initiatives. Funds were given on the basis that these projects would have a lasting impact on the community and showed long-term sustainability.
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£5,000 perfumes haul seized in ram raid at Henleaze shop POLICE are appealing for information over two incidents which occurred in Henleaze and Westbury last month. The first was an attempted burglary at the Co-op in Stoke Lane, which took place in the early hours of December 6. And the second incident, which happened early hours of December 11, involved a reported £5k worth of high-end perfumes being stolen from Beauty Care in Henleaze Road. Police were called to the scene at around 3.20am following reports of a car crashing into the beauty shop. Perfumes stolen include Hermes, Serge Lutens, Bvlgari, Jimmy Choo, Jean Paul Gaultier, Miller Harris and Joy by Jean Patou. The car used to break-in to the shop is described as a silver Audi crossover vehicle, which is believed may have been stolen. Two wheelie bins were used to remove the perfume, police
say. Detective sergeant Lee Stefano, who is investigating into the Beauty Care raid, said: “We’re keen to trace this silver vehicle, which would have significant damage, and a second car, said to be a maroon or purple saloon similar to a Honda Prelude. “The stolen perfumes retail at around £50 plus, so we’d be very keen to hear from anyone who is offered these brands at suspiciously cheap prices.” Police have also released CCTV footage of the incident at the Co-op, which happened around 2.45am earlier on in December. It shows two men getting out of an Audi Q5 car and then attempting to ram-raid the supermarket entrance. They failed to enter and fled in the vehicle, reported to have been driven by a third person. According to police reports, the vehicle was stolen during a burglary earlier that morning.
Do you have any information about these men who attempted to ram-raid Westbury-on-Trym Co-op on December 6? A police spokesperson said: “We are releasing CCTV footage of the suspects that we would like to speak with in connection with the incidents. “We would like anyone who recognises the men shown in the footage or has any information
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NatWest bank in Henleaze set to close this year NATWEST Bank in Henleaze Road is set to close this March. The decision has been made following a “significant” drop in the number of people using the branch, due to customers choosing other ways of banking, says local CEO Stephen Smith. He said in a letter addressed to bank users: “I have taken the difficult decision to close NatWest Henleaze Bristol branch. “The number of users has dropped significantly over the last few years, as many customers are choosing other ways of banking with us, such as online, our mobile app, by telephone and in the Post Office.” The letter states that NatWest is “still committed” to serving people in the local area, and that the nearest branch is in Westbury-on-Trym in High Street. Services such as Safe Custody, Credit Opens or Night Safe will be moved to the Bishopston branch in Gloucester Road. To discuss the decision, Stephen Smith is contactable on 07786666225 or via email on stephen.o.smith@natwest.com.
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Art projects to spring up across the city AS part of Bristol being awarded European Green Capital 2015, a number of art projects will be springing up across the city. The Neighbourhood Arts Programme will be driven by communities, and projects will be created with the help of professional artists and makers, inspiring Bristol to become a healthier, happier place. Organisers are calling on members of the public to get involved in the programme, by voicing issues, sharing ideas, or helping make a community project happen. The programme will be launching in Henleaze, Westbury and Stoke Bishop later on in the year, with members of the Bristol 2015 team engaging with local people, finding out what works best for different areas. Issues will be identified, relating to Green Capital’s main themes of transport, energy, food, resources or nature, and then an artist brief will be advertised calling for Bristol-based creatives to work around chosen themes or issues. Final projects will be launched throughout the year. For more information, visit: bristol2015.co.uk/nap.
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ANGELA Belassie had resigned herself to a lifetime of wearing flat shoes because she struggled to find heels for her size two feet. But then she met Westbury resident and clinical orthotist Martin Bell who helped her discover small shoes – and then taught her how to walk in them. Angela, who hovers just over 5ft, said: “At a size two, I struggled to find a pair of shoes to fit me. For a friend’s wedding I walked the high streets - in my trainers - and in one shop alone I tried on ten pairs. But nothing.”
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Education St Bon’s take crown at netball tournament
FOR the fourth year, Elmlea Junior School hosted two successful ‘High 5’ netball tournaments. The two tournaments, which took place at the Bristol University Indoor Sports Centre, had eight teams for the Years 3 and 4 event, and 10 teams competing in the Years 5 and 6 event. A mix of excitement and nervousness amongst the Years 3 and 4 children was apparent in the early part of the afternoon on November 7. For some of the children, it was their first experience of a netball tournament. However, as the children became more confident with each game played, their abilities and enjoyment shone. A great match between Elmlea and St Bonaventure’s ended in victory for Elmlea who won 6-1, retaining the trophy they had won last year. On November 14, the tournament for the Years 5 and 6 children was held. During the group matches the children showed good footwork and passing, and a high standard of play. Following the group matches, the schools completing for the first four positions were Elmlea, St Bonaventure’s, Stoke Bishop and Henleaze. St Bon’s were clear winners, beating runners-up Elmlea 4-0. Henleaze came 3rd and Stoke Bishop came 4th. Both tournaments ended with presentations of trophies and medals to all of the 140 children that took part.
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Education Head teacher, Gillian Rowcliffe will retire from the Red Maids’ Junior School having spent almost 30 years at its helm. A series of events will mark the end of this remarkable career that has spanned three decades and seen the school grow to be one of the best in the country*. Tributes from current and former junior school pupils are flooding into school. The comments sum up Gillian’s infectious personality, sense of fun and show the positive impact she has had on so many lives. Imogen (now in Year 8) wrote, “To help me understand polygons Mrs Rowcliffe explained, ‘It’s a shape, not a parrot that’s flown out of the window’. At the time, no-one understood what she meant but we all laughed because we loved her so much.” Daisy (Year 9) described how, “Mrs Rowcliffe was always even more excited than us girls when Father Christmas appeared each year!” Current parents have also been paying tribute to this exceptional lady. One said, “Over
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the years, she has inspired the parents as much as the girls.” Gillian herself reflected, “I’ve had a golden career. Almost 30 years ago I was lucky enough to be given a building and asked to
turn it into a school. Since then 891 girls have passed through my hands and each one of them will have enjoyed breadth, excellence, fun and team spirit. These values are as important today as they
were in 1986.” Lisa Brown, who has worked with Gillian for almost 20 years, has been appointed as her successor with effect from January 2015.
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Girls’ school selects new headmistress The Governors of Redland High School for Girls are pleased to announce the appointment of Miss Stephanie Ferro as Headmistress, with effect from 1 September 2015. Miss Ferro, who has over 20 years of experience in some of the most prestigious girls’ schools in the country, will be joining Redland High from one of London’s top independent girls’ schools, Wimbledon High School, where she is presently Deputy Head. Miss Ferro was educated at St Anne’s College, Oxford, where she read Ancient and Modern History. After completing her PGCE, she went on to gain an MA in Classics at University College, London. She was Head of Classics at Francis Holland School and at Lady Eleanor Holles School in London. In addition to her academic, pastoral and leadership responsibilities she has been heavily involved in the UCAS
application process and tutoring Oxbridge candidates as part of a previous role as Head of Sixth Form. Stephanie Ferro is a strong advocate of single-sex education, and is clear in her aspirations to ensure girls learn to take considered risks, gain confidence and have strong pastoral support. She is a firm believer in “cultivating academic growth and furthering the ambitions of pupils of varying abilities, ensuring that students thrive in an encouraging, yet suitably challenging, school environment.” It seems clear that there is already a very close affinity between Miss Ferro’s approach and the ethos for which Redland High School has become well known in Bristol. Dr Timothy Chambers OBE, Chair of Council of Redland High School, says that he is delighted with the new appointment. “The School received many high calibre applications following
the announcement of Mrs Caroline Bateson’s retirement. In Miss Ferro we believe we have the perfect combination of energy and experience to deliver excellence in every part of school life. We are confident she will drive forward the next exciting stages in the School’s development.”
Outside of school life, Stephanie is an enthusiastic musician and a keen runner, regularly raising money for charity through participating in sponsored runs. Miss Ferro will be meeting parents and girls at events over the next two terms prior to her taking up the post in September.
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Albert Einstein would have recommended the Bristol Steiner School education. Here’s why: Mr Einstein didn’t get to E = mc2 purely by rational thought. He had to make a creative leap. In today’s parlance he had to think outside the box. Something he wasn’t encouraged to do at school. Einstein was frustrated, like many parents today, by the traditional education system observing: “The spirit of learning and creative thought are lost in strict rote learning”. At Steiner we don’t believe in learning by rote. In fact we don’t even have textbooks. Instead we engage children in the learning process through a narrative from the teacher. That way learning becomes a joy, not a chore. And children are allowed to develop at their own pace which reflects the basic tenet of Rudolf Steiner: “Education should be a journey, not a race.” We also differ from conventional schooling by placing as much emphasis on creative as academic. Why? In Albert Einstein’s own words: “The greatest scientists are artists as well. Imagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is limited. Imagination circles the World.” We couldn’t agree more.
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THE Eastfield Inn in Henleaze Road has been named the most family friendly pub in the country. The accolade was announced at a recent awards night in London, put on by Heinekenowned Star Pubs & Bars, which recognises the outstanding work of its lessees. Following a £230k refurbishment of the pub in 2013, where it was transformed from a run-down pub into a thriving community local, new licensees Graham Anderson and Sharon Stanton have spent much time and energy into making the pub enjoyable for all generations. Graham said: “Our whole focus for the last year has been to improve the pub for families. It’s fantastic to be acknowledged for it and a real reward for the whole team. “We plan to make further improvements, by putting on more events and family fun days - there’s still a lot more we can do, and we want to continue making it even better.” Renovations to the pub have included installing children’s play equipment in the large pub garden, cleaning out and restocking the pond with fish, and making the garden a home for ducks and quail, as well as other wildlife. Over the summer, they also hosted the pub’s first lot of community events including fairs to raise money for charities nominated by local people. Inside the pub, visitors can find a children’s play corner and a refurbished old
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skittle alley. The couple have also launched a range of mother and toddler mornings, as well as providing a base for NCT meetings. Older generations living in the area are catered for, with wheelchair accessibility, and a quieter bar. Judges were bowled over by the imagination and hard work of Graham and Sharon.
Chris Jowsey, trading director of Star Bars & Pubs, said: “Many pubs accommodate families but to find one that embraces them with so many facilities is a rarity. “And by serving high quality food as well, the Eastfield Inn is a winner for children and parents alike.” It is the second award for the couple, with them winning Pub Transformation of the Year in 2013.
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News New entrance set to be installed at Canford Park BRISTOL City Council has announced that works are due to start at the end of next February to install a new entrance at Canford Park. The archway - which is to include the name of the green space - is said to be safer for young park users as it does not open directly onto the roadside, and will provide a more natural and attractive entrance from the village. The work is part of upgrades provided by the council's Capital Stimulus Programme - money invested into parks across the city - which has already delivered additional play facilities and new fencing around the park. The new entrance reflects the proposal put forward in the council's area green space plans, as well as the 2012-2017 management plan for Canford Park. Westbury-on-Trym Society is also proposing to incorporate a set of gates into the new entrance, and they will be consulting with the local community to agree the design, and - if necessary - seek additional funding. To submit questions or comments regarding the entrance, contact Gary Brentnall at: gary.brentnall@bristol.gov.uk or 01179224716.
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North Bristol Arts Trail success ART enthusiasts flocked to the streets of North Bristol last month to discover creative talents in the area. Local artists opened up their homes for the public to view their unique collection of art work. Artists ranged from firsttime exhibitors to gallery-pros, showcasing creative outputs from textiles and sculptures, to acrylic paintings and mosaics. The public were able to invest in pieces of work on exhibition, as well as purchase smaller items such as postcards and other gifts. The North Bristol Art Trail ran from 29-30 November, with several launch parties taking place on the Friday evening.
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Yet as I speak to people about the proposals to annexe Westbury village from the rest of the Westbury ward –at a stroke ending hundreds of years of community spirit, and removing the ward’s namesake – I sometimes wonder that it is the professional officials who are really the ones out of touch. In both Westbury and Henleaze there exists special qualities which have built up over the years. There are similarities, of course, not least the two thriving main shopping areas, but there is also distinct pride in both communities of belonging to one or the other. Just before Christmas I spent a very happy Saturday at the Westbury Christmas Fair, meeting and chatting and enjoying what is a real village feel. And of course my constituency office is in Henleaze, which is enjoys its own unique hustle and bustle of the Henleaze high street. Yet all this identity is now at
risk as the city council as they try to re-shape ward boundaries. I know this issue is going to inflame communities and I can assure everyone that I will be observing very carefully what is going to ensure that then right decision is made for the community. I will also be spending a lot of time gathering opinion from all residents. And I will be spending a considerable amount of time between now and the end of the consultation looking at the proposals along with Westbury ward councillors Geoff Gollop and Alistair Watson, to try to make sure that a common-sense solution is found. In the meantime, I would urge everyone to have their voice heard. Please give your views in the letters pages of fine magazines such as Henleaze and Westbury Voice and other publications, and write in to the Council too. Regards Charlotte
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improvements. What a sobering topic - hopefully not too boring! Recent TV series The Great Interior Design Challenge is a great place to start talking about money and decorating, as it didn’t give an especially accurate portrayal of the real costs involved. With designers being given a £4,000 budget in the finals, the contestants created attractive rooms without spending huge amounts of cash. However, these figures were only to cover the purchases of furniture, soft furnishings and other decorative materials used in the schemes. It wasn’t made explicit that the bill for the two builders and two decorators over the four days would have ran to several thousand pounds. With all the last minute, panicked
voluntary assistance from friends and family that was vital to the timely completion of the competition, it is easy to imagine how ‘real’ project costs could spiral out of control. Many interior design clients are initially hesitant about divulging (or even setting) their budget. Understandable, considering money is such a personal and often emotive subject! But it is essential, even if DIY-ing it, to set an amount that you can afford. Scrupulous designers ask in order specify budgetcompliant solutions, and source appropriately priced products (not to be nosey or manipulate the project for their own gain). Buildings featured on Grand Designs typically go over budget by 10%, so factor that in as a contingency amount, and this time next year you could be saving instead of debt-paying!
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Emily’s Cambodia adventure at children’s home VENTURING to Cambodia for a year of volunteering at a children’s home is Westbury-onTrym teen Emily Atkins. The 17-year-old has already raised over £3,000 towards her target, but needs to fundraise an extra several thousand by June. Money raised goes towards the work carried out by Project Trust - an educational charity specialising in overseas volunteering placements for young people. The Red Maids’ student will be flying out to Cambodia in the final two weeks of August, after completing her A-levels in Biology, Russian and Art. Her roles will involve looking after the children, teaching English, introducing basic hygiene routines and running extra-curricular activities such as arts and crafts, and sports clubs for the children. In addition, she will also receive training prior to her
departure, as well as an intensive two-week course in the national language, Khmer. Emily was inspired to join the programme following several talks given at her school by former studenst who had worked with Project Trust in Guyana and Malawi. “I’d been considering a year out, and felt that this was a brilliant way of taking a gap year, whilst doing something productive and worthwhile,” she said. “By living in Cambodia for a whole year, I’ll gain incredible knowledge and insight into the country, and really get under its skin. “I am looking forward to exploring the beautiful country and learning Khmer, but mostly looking forward to caring for and teaching the kids, forming bonds and spending time with them and hopefully helping them to improve their English.” After applying online to
work with the charity, Emily was chosen to attend a 4-day selection course on the Isle of Coll, where she partook in various activities. To raise funds, Emily has been selling home-made Christmas cards, in which she sold 1,300 doing door-to-door sales, and has had a stall at the Henleaze Christmas festival and Red Maids’ market, selling a variety of bags, purses and silk scarves. She will also be raising funds at her 18th birthday party, as well as holding several coffee mornings. Emily needs to raise £5,900 in total. “There will be many challenges, primarily the language barrier, but also being
away for a whole year. “However, I am ready for the challenge, and have full support from my family and friends, for which I am very grateful. “I would recommend anyone thinking of taking a gap year to research Project Trust. Already from just fundraising I have learnt about profit, marketing and the various ways of fundraising and have gained a lot of experience. “I have always hoped for the opportunity to do something like this and am very excited for the year ahead.” To donate towards Emily’s fundraising mission, visit: uk.virginmoneygiving.com/ EmilysyearinCambodia. To keepup-to date, like her Facebook page ‘Emily’s year in Cambodia’.
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Cllr Geoff Gollop has received complaints that gents public toilet in Westbury Village is closed on a regular basis. This lack of facility is down to extreme anti-social behaviour by one user and Geoff is in discussion with the City Council to see if this situation can be remedied. geoffrey.gollop@bristol.gov.uk
I was privileged several weeks ago to visit the parts of the Colston Hall that many people do not see. I was also perturbed to see the state of some of the infrastructure and to hear their stories about the difficulties of keeping an ageing post-war building going. Don’t misunderstand these comments – the hall is safe but it cannot last much longer without extensive work. Without the Hall there is no venue for large orchestras, no venue for up and coming bands and where would the slapstick comedy festival go? I have seen children from both Westbury Park School and the Henleaze schools performing with great aplomb and enjoyment on the stage; I have heard children
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In a proposal that is beyond belief, the Local Government Boundary Commission is proposing that the new Westbury Ward for elections becomes the area to the left of Falcondale Road (outbound) i.e. the Canford Park side of Falcondale Road. Meanwhile, Westbury Village, Westbury Parish Church, the Village Hall and the War Memorial lose their Westbury identity and become part of Henleaze Ward. Every few years, the boundaries have to be adjusted to take account of changes in population in Bristol and to ensure that each councillor represents the same number of electors. If you share the view that the proposal to split the Westbury
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CHRISTMAS cheer spread throughout Henleaze and Westbury last month as a host of local community festivals and events took place. Coldharbour Road, Henleaze high street and Westbury-onTrym village were abuzz with shoppers, browsing and purchasing gifts, supping mulled wine, and enjoying the festive spirit. Kicking off the festivities was the Henleaze Christmas festival on December 3, which attracted hundreds of people from both near and far. Festival-goers were treated to a visit from Father Christmas, as well as live music from local schools and bands, and a wide variety of stalls. The Coldharbour Road Christmas party gave shoppers the opportunity to browse its independent stores until late on December 4, with a wandering minstrel and Mother Christmas keeping visitors entertained. Christmas at the Orangery, at Bradbury Hall, attracted many visitors with its plethora of hand-made and unique gifts. The Westbury-on-Trym village fair, which took place on December 13, was the cherry on the Christmas cake, with plenty of stalls, music and entertainment for all ages.
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I hope you’ve had a lovely Christmas. The New Year often has us considering making changes in our lives i.e. losing weight, getting fitter, quitting smoking, drinking less, contacting friends more often, becoming more organised, and the list goes on. Change requires motivation, commitment, planning, action, consistency and, the magic pill I said I would introduce last month, SELF-COMPASSION. Change can be quite challenging. You may have to try many times before you are successful in incorporating those habits which will bring about the changes you desire. There is an old Japanese proverb that sums it up quite nicely. Success is falling down 7 times and getting up 8. Self-compassion can help free us from the limiting belief that we are fixed creature unable to affect positive change. It also helps us give ourselves the much needed support we need when attempting to change. Exercise with its multitude of health benefits has the power to clarify the mind. Meditation increases our awareness of our normal and natural mind wandering and strengthens our ability to refocus. Whatever changes you decide to make be kind to yourself and in the words of Nike – Just do it!
Question time for local candidates RESIDENTS will have the opportunity to quiz Bristol North West candidates standing in the next general election at a Question Time-style debate. Hosts Sustainable Westbury-on-Trym is repeating its successful evening of five years ago at the Village Hall on March 6. All candidates from the five key parties - Conservative, Green, Labour, Liberal Democrat and UKIP - will be present, and the format will be similar to the BBC TV programme. Candidates already announced are Lib Dem councillor Clare Campion-Smith, Labour’s Darren Jones, and sitting MP, Conservative Charlotte Leslie. Green Party and UKIP candidates are still to be revealed. Questions are invited by email on topics concerning energy, transport, food and farming, and nature and the built environment. Tickets to the event, starting at 7.30pm, cost £1, with free admission to people under 21. Tickets will include a light refreshment. To reserve a place, email: suswotquestiontime@yahoo.com or by telephone: 0117 985 6640
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Inheritance by spouses Firstly, the good news. The majority of married couples we advise wish their estate to pass to each other on the first death. Provision for other relatives is most commonly made on the death of the second of the couple to die. The “intestacy laws” which apply where no valid Will is left, now more closely reflect this. Where a person dies leaving a spouse but no children or grandchildren, the whole of their estate passes to the surviving husband or wife. Before theofnew law came into WHILE most us support effect, the first £450,000inwas a number of charities ourpassed to the spouse in these circumstanclifetime, it is perhaps not es, and the balance would be shared surprising that a smaller number with other relatives. choose to remember charity in The position where a a spouse theirchildren Will. Clearly and survive the the priority deceasedfor most ishas to improved, provide for surviving person buta more could have done.or Where an spouse orbeen children, to ensure estate of family more than £250,000 is that the wealth can be left, the spouse will receive the passed on to benefi t the next first £250,000 (and the deceased’s generation. personal belongings), and the However, government spouse and children will share the balance. minortochildren will policy isAny clearly encourage receive their share and at the age of 18. giving to charity, a recent Itdevelopment is arguable that children being in the law is entitled to to receive potentially intended promote gifts tolarge sums at the age of 18 is unwise and charity being made by Will. This unhelpful. change may occasion, The law hasalso, beenon updated to a serve to save Inheritance degree however, compared toTax, the or even position. to createUnder a gift the which previous old law aliterally spouse pays received a “life interest” for itself. in half of the estate over £250,000. Essentially the spouse received the Reduced rate of the income from this part, with capital passing to the children on Inheritance Tax the second death. This unnecessary complexity been removed. Where has somebody dies after 6 April 2012 the rate of Inheritance Tax applied to the estate can be reduced from 40 % to 36 % (in other words by 10 %), provided that at least 10 % of the estate passes to charity. Clearly it is not possible to determine in advance exactly what value the assets you leave by Will will have on your death for Inheritance Tax purposes, or what 10 % of the total value
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members of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners, the leading professional body in this field. We offer a free initial consultation for new clients. For advice on administration of estates, trusts, wills, powers of attorney and all private client issues, contact Shelley Faulkner, Florence Pearce and the other members of the team on 0117 9621205, email probate@ amdsolicitors.com or call in at 15 The Mall Clifton, or 100 Henleaze Road Henleaze. AMD Solicitors takes pride in sponsoring local, Bristol based charities and this year is very pleased to be supporting the Bristol branch of the Alzheimer’s Society, the local branch of this national charity which works to improve the quality of life of people affected by dementia in Great Britain. For full details of our fundraising activities visit our website www.amdsolicitors.com. Copyright AMD Solicitors
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Police appeal after incidents POLICE are appealing for information following a number of incidents outside schools in the north Bristol area. The majority of these incidents have involved a male asking if the victim needs a ride home. Police have stressed that none of the victims have interacted with the suspect and the driver leaves the scene without committing a crime. Police cannot confirm that incidents are linked due to the suspect and vehicle descriptions, but a thorough review is taking place. Incidents have taken place in the Southmead, Henbury, Shirehampton and Lawrence Weston areas. Police patrols have increased in those areas around school start and finish times. Anyone with information on these incidents, contact: 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Tips on how to keep your house warm in winter A NEW initiative has been launched by the council to help residents make their homes more cosy and cheaper to heat. According to the council, around £108m is spent each year, heating homes - a third of which could be saved if all houses were insulated in line with building standards. Sarah Sims, programme manager for Warm Up Bristol, has provided some tips about how to keep homes toasty. 1. Mind the gap: Look out for small gaps around windows, skirting boards and doors which might be letting in cold air. It’s easy to block little holes and you can buy special strips for sealing gaps around windows. 2. Get a rug: If you live in a home with exposed floorboards, heat can escape through your floor. This is especially true in older houses. 3. Use the sun’s heat: Open your curtains during the day to let the sun heat up your home, but make sure you close them at night to lock the heat in. 4. Move furniture: the position of your furniture makes a big difference on how warm your home feels. If your sofa is blocking the radiator then it’ll absorb all the heat.
5. Block your chimney flute: Many fireplaces are just for decoration, but still have a chimney which can let cold air in, and hot air out. You can buy special chimney balloons to neatly seal the gap and prevent heat escaping from the room. 6. Timers: Keep your house at a constant temperature by setting your thermostats to turn the heating on when it drops below a certain level. 7. Close doors: Keep the heat where you want it by closing doors to rooms that you’re not using. 8. Draught excluders: DIY draught excluders, made by stuffing old pairs of tights with socks, sit under doors can be an easy solution to prevent draughts. 9. Insulation: Make sure your home is properly insulated. Whether it’s solid or cavity wall insulation, loft insulation or double glazing, there are lots of ways you can effectively trap heat in your home to make it cheaper to heat and stay warm for longer. 10. Know what’s on offer: Warm Up Bristol can help you access the best grants available to make your home warmer cosier and cheaper to heat. For more information, visit: www.warmupbristol.co.uk.
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a night function better. Sleep is the body’s chance to repair itself and to recuperate from a hard day’s work and is vital to mental wellbeing. Sleep helps your brain store and process new information. Sleep also plays a huge role in your physical health and is involved in the healing and repair of your heart and blood vessels. Sometimes life gets in the way and late nights are inevitable, but aim to hit the hay just an hour earlier than you do now. 4. Stay in touch. With a busy work schedule, our relationships with those we care about the most often suffer. A happy home and social life is key to our general sense of well-being, so it is worth committing to spending an extra hour or two a week doing something enjoyable with your loved ones. If you’re in a relationship, try planning a weekly date night as spending quality time together really can keep arguments and tension at bay. 5. Switch off. These days, we spend most of our day looking at a screen, whether it’s on our computer at work, while watching TV or by using our smartphones. It can be bad for posture and cause headaches. Your eyes and brain need some ‘rest’ time so consider a mobile phone amnesty at bed. 6. Calm down dear. Relaxation plays an incredibly important role in keeping stress at bay, which will help with our overall sense of wellbeing. Committing just ten minutes a day to meditation or simply sitting still in a quiet space with no distractions, can work wonders. 7. Have a laugh. Apart from making you feel good, studies have shown that laughter can help with a wide range of health conditions – from diabetes and eczema to relieving pain and helping you fight infections. So whether it’s a funny show on TV or having a good old natter with a friend, find something that makes you laugh and do it regularly. 8. Get a move on. The days might be shorter and colder at this time of year, but making the effort to move more is a sure fire way to improve your health. Not only will it help to
Kate at work for Spire shed excess pounds but it can boost your mood and is good for your heart. Try to fit in just 20 minutes of activity every day for the whole year and you will reap the rewards. If intensive exercise is not for you, give Pilates or swimming a try. Set yourself small, achievable fitness goals and go from there. 9. Go smoke free. This is one of the most popular New Year resolutions year after year – and with very good reason. Giving up tobacco is one of the most rewarding things you can do for your health – and your bank balance. Whether you choose nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) or to go cold turkey, use your New Year motivation to get you through the first few weeks which are always the hardest. Remember that it does get easier, and remind yourself of the health risks of smoking for extra encouragement. 10. Show your heart some love. Heart disease kills more people in the UK than any other disease so making more effort to look after your heart should definitely be on your list of New Year resolutions. Cutting back on salt and swapping fatty, high calorie foods for whole grains and oily fish will reduce your cholesterol and keep your heart in tip-top shape. 11. Be good to your gut. Poor digestion can leave you feeling de-energised and sluggish, particularly during the festive
season when lots of us overindulge at the dinner table. Luckily, you can improve your digestion by changing some of the things you eat. Opt for plenty of fruit and veg and snack on nuts and seeds instead of sugary treats. Make a conscious effort to chew your food slowly. It will help break down your food better and can also help you know when you are full so you don’t overeat. 12. Train your brain. As we get older, it becomes important to keep our minds as well as our bodies active. Doing a crossword, Sudoku puzzle or reading a book can delay memory loss and even reduce the onset of Alzheimer’s disease. Combining this with a physical activity – such as gardening or swimming – will increase the benefits even further. 13. Keep watch of your eyesight. Regular eye tests are really important to make sure you retain the best vision possible. Visit your optician for a check-up every two years. This can ensure you are wearing the right prescription glasses and can ensure early diagnosis of conditions such as cataracts and glaucoma.
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News Charity campaigner Bob honoured by the Queen WHEN Bob Woodward received his OBE from the Queen at Windsor Castle last month, it was the crowning glory of four decades of remarkable charity work. Many people in Bristol felt that the honour was overdue, given Bob’s incredible efforts in founding the children’s cancer charity CLIC and his work with many other good causes. But for Bob, 81, who lives in Frenchay, it was worth the wait. He attended the ceremony with his wife Judy, son James and daughter Rachel, who have given unstinting support to his efforts over the years. “We had a lovely, lovely time,” he said. “The Queen was quite taken aback to hear that I had started fundraising so long ago.” The story has its roots in tragedy, because it was when his son Robert was diagnosed with cancer in 1974 that Bob realised that services for children with cancer and their families had to change. “The treatment was meagre – barbaric really. Everything was so sparse. There was no separate for treatment for children,” he said. “We are light years away from
that now. When I look back on all the things we have been involved in and have pioneered, it is staggering.” CLIC - Cancer and Leukaemia in Childhood charity – started small, with the aim of improving improve treatment, welfare and research. Bob still has the minute books from those early days. The charity expanded rapidly, thanks to “a whole army of people, the CLIC family”. Sadly, after undergoing tough treatments, Robert died in 1977 at the age of 11. Bob and Judy then had another son, Hugh, who had Down’s Syndrome and a weak heart and died at four years old. Yet Bob still says: “I have been very, very blessed.” He believes this double tragedy - plus his own diagnosis with inoperable prostate cancer 13 years ago – has helped him support others through their heartache. “I can say to them ‘I know what you are going through’ – and they understand that I really do,” he said. Bob, who grew up in Overndale Road, was a successful builder when Robert became ill –
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having started his own business at the age of 19. “I was a painter and decorator. I got Judy to go to Downend Library to get a book on how to build your own house. I got somebody to back me with my first piece of land and I was away,” he said. He was joined by his brother John and the pair built an awardwinning business. But Bob put it all aside for his charity work. He turned a bungalow in Frenchay, which he had been planning to demolish, into the first “home from home” giving free accommodation for families of children with cancer. This was the first of a nationwide network close to children’s cancer treatment centres. “It was the best thing I have ever done,” said Bob. “Money pales into insignificance compared with being there for people in their hour of need. When you are prepared to give yourself, it is wonderful how you can be used.” Bob formed relationships with many of the families supported by CLIC and attended more than 300 children’s funerals, speaking at many of them.
“They all has something special about them. I have met the most incredible people.” Bob’s work led to the development of CLIC UK and later CLIC International. He formed a strong bond with Soviet president Mikail Gorbachev after he visited Moscow in the early 1990s in the wake of the Cheronobyl disaster. The charity, which also established a research unit at Bristol University, merged with the Sargent Cancer Fund in 1995 to become CLIC Sargent, and is now the country’s biggest childhood cancer care charity. Many other charitable causes have benefited from Bob’s involvement, including the Jack and Jill Appeal for Frenchay’s children’s ward, the Rhys Daniels Appeal and Children’s Hospice South West. Bob was involved in the early days, helping founders Eddie and Jill Farwell to start the original hospice in Barnstaple, and later Charlton Farm, near Bristol. He administered the Starfish Trust for millionaires Charlie and Mary Dobson, giving money to help disabled youngsters.
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5 January n If you are no longer in full-time work, Bristol U3A - University of the Third Age - offers a wide range of over 100 different activities, including art, computing, languages, music, walking, and science. Please visit one of our social groups, phone Barbara 0117 9629331 for meetings at the Eastfield Inn, Henleaze, at 10.15am. Details: www.bristolu3a.org.uk. Don’t stay at home, come and join the Bristol U3A! January 7 n A talk on ‘Gravel Gardening’ by Derry Watkins. Derry is a ‘plantaholic’ specializing in unusual varieties. She will enlighten us on the joys of gravel gardening. Main Hall, St Monica’s, Cote Lane, Westbury-on-Trym, 7.30pm. Guests welcome - entry fee £5. Further details: www. henleazegardenclub.co.uk
15 January n CAMEO (Come and Meet Each Other) in the Waterford Room, Trinity-Henleaze United Reformed Church, Waterford Road. 10am. 17 January n Waissail at Horfield Organic Community Orchard, 2-4pm. Celebrate local fruit and toast for a fruitful harvest. Home-made cakes and mulled Orchard juice will be sale, and there will also be an opportunity to purchase apple trees. Pigsty Morris dancers will be entertaining visitors, and people are encouraged to bring ribbons, clouties and shining objects to dress the trees. All are welcome to join. For more information, visit: www.community-orchard. org.uk 18 January n Horfield Common is working with Incredible Edible Bristol to bring a public community food growing project to a space behind the Ardagh. We’ll be meeting to prepare some beds for growing herbs, fruit and vegetables. Come along and help move rose bushes, dig the soil and get the beds ready for planting. Sara’s Cafe will have popped up in the Ardagh with lots of lovely food & drinks. If possible, bring trowels, gloves, spades or a wheel barrow - don’t forget a rain coat! Meet round the front of the Ardagh at 11am. 21 and 22 January n If you are no longer in full-time work, Bristol U3A - University of the Third Age - offers a wide range of over 100 different activities, including art, computing, languages, music, walking, and science.. Please visit one of our social groups, phone Jenny 0117 9043697 for meetings at Browns Restaurant by the Museum, at 10.15am. Details: www.bristolu3a.org.uk. Don’t stay at home, come and join the Bristol U3A!
What’s on a Regular basis Monday n Westbury-on-Trym Women’s Institute meet at the Randall Room in the Methodist Church on the third Monday of the month from 2pm until 4pm n Westbury-on-Trym Townswomen’s Guild meet at the WoT Methodist Church in the Portland Room on the second Monday of each month from 2pm. Call Angela Morris, Chairman, on 0117 9686473 or Margret Smith, Secretary, on 0117 9241728. n Rugby Tots at Westburyon-Trym Village Hall, Eastfield Road, Westbury-on-Trym, BS9 4AG 9.45am. Tel. 07803001394 or 01275 544445 n Latin Dance at Westbury-onTrym Village Hall, 7.30pm. Tel. 07785 797904 n LinkAge Contemporary Dance (55+). Do you ever get the feeling you just want to dance but don’t get the opportunity? Here’s your chance. Feel energised in a new way and ignite your creative ideas. Open to all abilities. Every Monday 10-11am, Bradbury Hall THURC. £4. Contact LinkAge on 0117 3533042 for more information. n Westbury Singers are a group of people who love to sing in four-part harmony. Meeting to rehearse Monday evenings during term time in the Reedley Road Baptist church. For information on joining please contact Secretary Marilyn Baker on 0117 9683993 or email mazzb@hotmail.co.uk Tuesday n Westbury Walkers- Meet at Lloyds Chemist, Canford Land, WoT @ 9.30am on a Tuesday morning. New Walkers welcome! Please contact for further details: Jean Maish on
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January, 2015 n Zumba Gold/Light (lower impact class) at Westbury-onTrym Village Hall, 5pm. n Zumba at Westbury-on-Trym Village Hall, 6.30pm. n Stand and Deliver Youth Theatre at Westbury-on-Trym Village Hall, 5pm. Tel: 07771 634060 n Bristol Cabot Probus Club for retired and semi-retired professional and business men to maintain contact and fellowship with people of similar interests. Group meets third Wednesday of each month at BAWA Club in Southmead Rd. Lunch is followed by a guest speaking on a wide range of interesting subjects. In June and December ladies join us for the lunch. Extensive programme of social events including holidays, day trips, Sunday lunches and skittles to which ladies are welcomed. We are principally a social meeting place and not based on charitable activities. Contact John Howard-Cairns for more details: 0117 968 3134. n In Step Widows and Widowers Club meets weekly from 8-10pm at Stoke Bishop Village Hall. Call 9628895 or 9683170 for details. St Peter’s Ladies Guild meets in the hall, The Drive, Henleaze, at 2.15pm on the third Wednesday of the month. Speakers,
refreshments, outings. New members welcome. Thursday n Knit & Natter - Knit & Natter meets every Thursday between 10am and 12pm @ Methodist Church, WoT. Friendly, fun, and crafty people coming together to pursue their hobbies in a sociable environment. n Henleaze Carers Group - A place to share experiences and make new friends. Meeting on the second and fourth Thursday morning of each month from 10am to 12 noon @ Bradbury Hall, Waterford Road, Henleaze. Call Mrs M Rudston on 0117 9426095 for further details. n Henleaze Townswoman’s Guild (Mornings) meet at The Eastfield Inn, Henleaze Road on the third Thursday of every month from 10am to 12noon. Call Elaine Anderson on 0117 9075279 for further information. n Book Group @ Westbury Library - If you love reading come down and join in, meetings are every last Thursday of the month from 2.30pm to 4pm. For more information call Sue on 0117 9594365 n Alicat Children and Theatre (411 years) at Westbury-on-Trym Village Hall, 4pm. Tel: 07917 626388 n Embroidery Club at Westbury-
on-Trym Village Hall, 8pm. Tel: 0117 9501743 n Henleaze & District Flower Club meet on the second and fourth Thursday of the month at Bradbury Hall, Waterford Road, Henleaze. New members are always welcome. The second Thursdays are Flower demonstrations and the fourth are practise classes. Friday n Badminton (Ladies) at Westbury-on-Trym Village Hall, 10am. Tel: 0117 9681759 Bridge at Westbury-on-Trym Village Hall, 9.30am. Tel: 0117 9687140
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n Country Market - Baked goods, garden produce and crafts. 10.30 - 11.30am at the Westbury On Trym Methodist Church Hall Tel : 0117 9687140 n Coffee and refreshments in the coffee bar at Trinity-Henleaze United Reformed Church, Waterford Road. 10am-12pm. Saturday n Dance Nights are held every first Saturday night at Westburyon-Trym Village Hall, from October to August, 7.30pm. Sequence and Ballroom dancing. Light refreshment. Bar open. Tickets £3. Tel: 0117 9680872
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colour that you want, and crazycoloured leg warmers are easy, quick and fun to make. Many people regularly knit for charities. I have made many items from teddies that went with a gap year student to India, and jumpers and blankets direct to an organisation in Uganda. Locally I am involved in knitting Westbury Village for display. Knitting groups have started up in pubs or homes, even some schools now have knitting clubs open to boys and girls - my grandson goes to one. Tips: Read the ball band. There are many different thickness of yarn from fine to super chunky which can be bewildering. The band will have a symbol on it of needles with the size you need. It also has how many stitches per centimetre and so does the instructions on a pattern, if you want to use a different yarn from the pattern this is the detail that should match. Most balls of yarn come in weights of 50 or 100 grams but depending on the thickness will have different yardage. So once you have made your choice compare the yardage.
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Henleaze & Westbury Library book review The Gallery of Vanished Husbands by Natasha Solomons
The title of this novel refers to the photos of runaway husbands published by a Jewish newspaper in the fifties. Juliet, the main character, has been deserted by her husband who left with a portrait of her as a young girl. His photo eventually appears in the gallery and she is informed by her local rabbis that as a woman cannot divorce her husband under Jewish law until he returns she is ‘aguna’, neither married nor unmarried with all the disadvantages and none of the advantages that this status brings. Juliet faces the universal problem of trying to
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gain her independence whilst still retaining her parents’ love and her community’s approval. Her first act of rebellion is to commission a portrait of herself by a young struggling artist, instead of buying a much needed fridge. Her portrait, subsequently painted by different artists, and also the one that is missing, are a strong theme throughout the book and give insights into the various artists involved. Juliet has a good eye for art and sets up a successful gallery and embarks on an affair with an older reclusive artist with a mysterious past. Her activities are of course frowned upon by her community but she does her best to keep her parents onside. She manages to track her husband down to the U.S.A and goes there with her 2 children to confront him. I did not think that this episode in the book was entirely convincing but the revelations about his past and its effect on Juliet are convincing. She leads a fairly bohemian lifestyle outside of the community .Her children are satisfied with their lives until her daughter reaches 15 and decides to follow her grandparents’ views and, disappointingly for Juliet, becomes yet another voice of disapproval for disregarding the strict rules of the orthodox faith. She also decides to marry a boy from within the community much to her grandmother’s satisfaction and her mother’s horror. She feels that her daughter’s life is to start the way that hers did and likely to end in the same manner. This novel starts around the mid-fifties (the portrait of Juliet as a young girl is actually done in 1937) and is rounded off nicely by the final portrait of her in 2006. It is an interesting novel with strong characters and a good insight into the lives of those bound by strict conventions and the advantages and disadvantages this can bring.
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The Paying Guests by Sarah Waters
Circumstances force Frances and her mother to take in a newly married couple as paying guests. Initially this disrupts the order in the house – this order though is rather mundane as Frances spends all of her days cleaning the house, and sorting out meals for her mother on their meagre budget. Set just after the war in 1922 we see how ordinary people coped day them to day with the after effects of both in court. losing loved ones, as a result of A compelling read, you dare the conflict, and having no place the women to come clean with to go and mourn them. Once well the truth but as accidental off families are now struggling circumstances put them in an financially. Futures are turned awkward situation you also want quite unexpectedly. them to get away with murder. Lillian and Leonard Barber This is a love story but also a settle in and a friendship crime novel. If you enjoy this you between the two ladies turns might like to try’ ‘Fingersmith’ or into a secret romance. Sarah ‘The Night Watch’. Waters writes sensitively about Opening hours this relationship, which quickly develops and becomes an Henleaze all in compassing one for the Mon & Fri 9.30-7pm Tues, Wed, two women. Then a terrible Thurs & Sat 9.30-5 accident forces the two women Westbury to readdress their circumstances Mon, Tues Wed & Sat 9.30-5pm and cover-up ad after cover-up ends Fri 9.30-7 16:47 (ClosedPage Thursday) we_poppin 87x120:Layout 1 17/06/2014 1
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New Year blitz continues on drink-drive crime AVON and Somerset police’s annual Christmas drink driving campaign continues into the New Year with ‘morning after’ drivers particularly in the spotlight. On the 50th anniversary of the first nationwide public information film on drinking and driving, Operation Tonic aims to help reduce deaths, serious injuries and crime on the roads by tackling drink and drug driving. Police activity during the campaign includes vehicle stop-check operations, targeted patrols and raising awareness at events and in pubs and bars. Police are urging anyone who has concerns about someone they believe may be drink or drug driving to call them on 101 or text the word drunk and as many details as they can to 81819. Road Safety Supt Richard Corrigan said stop checks will continue into the New Year and police will arrest any drivers who are suspected to be driving while under the influence of drink or drugs: “This year we will be extending our visible presence to the morning period as lots of intelligence indicates that people drive the morning after drinking heavily the night before.
“If you have several drinks on a night out you can’t simply assume you will be safe to drive the next day. “Two hundred and thirty road deaths in Britain last year were directly linked to drink driving. A recent survey states that 91 per cent of the public agreed that drinking and driving was unacceptable and 92 per cent of people said they would feel ashamed if they were caught drinking and driving. “Operation Tonic is designed to support our work in making all of our roads safer. Death and serious injury on our roads remains a significant concern with over 1700 people killed in Britain last year. We know that there are four major reasons which contribute to these tragic numbers - drink and drug driving, excessive speed, using a
mobile phone while driving and failing to wear a seatbelt. “The annual Christmas drink driving campaign supports our work in these areas with visible policing, media coverage and education.” During the summer campaign in Avon and Somerset, 158 people were arrested on suspicion of drink/drugs driving, most between 7pm-6am. But seven were made between 6am-9am and 17 between 9am-7pm. Supt Corrigan said: “If you are out in the evening enjoying a few drinks,make sure you have arrangements in place for getting home, such as a taxi or a lift with friends, and ensure you leave plenty of time for the alcohol to leave your system if you are driving the next day. “Drinking and driving can lead to collisions and cause serious injury or death and we will look to prosecute anyone found to be over the legal limit. The message is simple - don’t drink and drive.” Operation Tonic forms part of the police’s Have the Christmas You Deserve campaign which incorporated a number of activities to tackle issues related to the festive period.
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Tell us about your company? Set up 2 years ago in February 2012. 1st Business. Two local building professionals identified the need for project management, high standard workmanship and a customer focus. Joe a bricklayer and Justin a carpenter. 30 years experiences within construction. Expand employ local experienced, skilled, specialists in specific areas of trade. Who hold relevant qualifications. Overseen to high standard. With government assistance available we have taken on apprentices, providing opportunities and on the job training for motivated local young people.
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Expands expertise provide – Value for money High standard of work Professional, polite, respectful and friendly approach Health and safety focus Drive for results ServicesHigh quality construction at value for money. Extensions New builds Renovations Kitchens Bathroom/wetrooms Commercial interior refurbishments Maintenance Home improvement Working to and monitoring
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Ingredients - 1.125 kg plain flour - 5g salt - 5g baking soda - 15g ground ginger - 5g ground cinnamon - 5g ground nutmeg - 400g unsalted butter - 400g soft brown sugar - 320g golden syrup - 1 free range egg - 4 free range egg yolks Icing -250g icing sugar - a splash of water Instructions Oven to 170C. In a large bowl place the flour, salt, baking soda and spices in a large bowl. Put the butter, sugar and golden syrup into a stand mixer and beat
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Delicious gingerbread Recipe by local food blogger, Rachel Scott www.foodnerd4life.com until pale and creamy. Add the egg and yolks to the mixture and beat until well combined. Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three batches until well combined. Mix until you have a dough. Divide into 4 pieces and cover each in cling film and chill for at least 20 minutes. Roll each piece between two sheets of parchment paper until 3mm thick, cut out your men or designs with cutter, place on a baking tray. Re-roll the spare dough. Bake the cookies for 15-20 minutes. Allow to cool on the trays. Mix the icing sugar with a splash of water at a time until you have a smooth paste that can be used with a piping bag. Pour the icing into a piping bag, snip the end of the bag and go to town decorating your men to your hearts content.
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Golden Hill Sonics in WW1 truce tribute
Everyone at Golden Hill Sonics is getting excited about the festive season and we have had a lot of fun recently despite ongoing problems with the wet/ cold Bristol weather!
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Rodborough Tigers. Our under 13s have only managed to play one match recently with Westbury Park Foxes coming out on top in an enjoyable game. The under 14s have played a couple of matches, losing to a strong Bishopston side and winning against Shirehampton. Their highlight, though, has been going for a team meal at Planet Pizza! Our under 15s' fine form has continued with their recent 2-1 victory over Yate United making it five wins on the bounce. The under 16s have only had one fixture, enjoying an exciting 3-3 draw with Ingleside at Eastville Park. The unbeaten run of our under 18s finally came to an end against Hanham but we are still second in the League.
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