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A TODDLER group in north Bristol is expanding at the double – thanks to an influx of twins. But families say that far from being double trouble, it’s more a case of twice as nice. The Ardagh toddler group in Horfield, an area that has a rapidly growing number of young children, has six sets of twins aged from newborn to three. All live within walking distance of the centre. Parents welcome the chance to meet others who are juggling the demands of two children and they are also grateful for the support of volunteers who can help keep an eye on the youngsters. Full story on pages 2-3

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Seeing double at the Ardagh? Very likely THE likelihood of a toddler group entertaining six sets of twins is one in 350 million, the

Bishopston Voice understands. But for the Ardagh toddler group in Horfield, this statistic is a

reality. According to the parents at the group, the area is heaving with twins, with some local residents having at least four sets living within a five-minute walking distance of them. Ardagh toddler group was set up by residents Kay and Chris Thomson in 2011 in response to the growing demand from parents in the area. Due to the group running on a drop-in basis, the number of children that attend varies, but there can be as many as 25 mums and dads at any one session. Amy Murdoch-Davis, the mother of one-year-old identical twins Theo and Jim, and threeyear-old Esme, said: “Horfield’s an affordable place to live, especially if you have more than one child. It’s definitely the best area for children, especially with a local playground, lots of cafes for mums to go with their babies, as well as having a hospital close by.”

Alli Gilleard, along with her two-year-old identical twins, Elliott and Isaac, have been with the Ardagh toddler group since the boys were five months. “We love it here - it’s such a lovely group, and I’m able to let my boys run around, knowing they are in safe hands with the helpers,” Alli said. “There’s also lots of things to keep the kids entertained, such as the toys and crafts. It’s nice to come somewhere where the staff know the boys, and there is such a variety of ages.” Ollie Capper has boy and girl twins - Harry and Saoirse - aged two and a half. They have been coming to the toddler group since the children were a year old. Ollie moved to Bristol when the children were five weeks, and she felt that taking her twins along to a local toddler group would be a good way to meet other like-minded parents. “This place has become like

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family for us - it provides such a lovely sense of community. I have made some great friends here, and we see often each other outside of the playgroup,” Ollie said. “It can be quite daunting having twins, and the first year was quite overwhelming, so it’s really reassuring to come to a toddler group where you can have another pair of eyes looking out for the children. I’ve been able to relax better than I ever have before and the children feel very settled.” Debrah Richards, who has newborn twins, Jake and Ben, said: “It’s so great for families with more than one child, with plenty of volunteers to keep an eye out. “There are so many twins in this area - there are four sets within a five minute walk of my house!” According to statistics, twin pregnancies have become more common over the years in the UK, with 1 in every 65 maternities being a multiple pregnancy, compared to 1984, where 1 in 98 pregnancies resulted in a multiple-birth. It is understood that the

olden the woman is, the more likely she is to have twins. Chances are also increased by multiple-birth pregnancies running in the family. Kay Thomson, founder of the group, said: “We have six sets of twins overall, but three or four come on a regular basis. “All parents live within walking distance from the Ardagh, and it provides a great place for them to all come and get to know one another.” The Ardagh toddler group runs every Monday, from 1011.30am, for children aged 0-3 years, and operates on a drop-in basis. Sessions cost £2.50 per family, and tea and biscuits are also served throughout the morning for parents and children to enjoy. The group welcomes new volunteers to help make cups of tea, chat to parents, and help put equipment away at the end of each session. For more information, contact Kay on: 01179426580 or visit: friendsofhorfieldcommon. weebly.com

A REDLAND councillor has expressed her concerns about the council only resurfacing half of North Road. The top half of the street, which runs parallel to Gloucester Road, underwent work over six months ago to eradicate uneven surfaces and pot holes. However, the other half of North Road, which starts from the Overton Road junction, has been left untouched. Councillor Fi Hance says that the council has been made aware, and a member of the highways department is to re-address the situation. She said: “I can’t see how the council can deem the road satisfactory - I’m afraid I disagree.” The Bishopston Voice is still awaiting response from the council.

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Ten top GCSE grades and a Guinness World Record! LEWIS Clarke has been collecting the Guinness Book of World Records ever since he could remember. Now the Bishopston teen features on one of its very pages for being the youngest person to trek to the South Pole. But his accomplishments do not stop there. Lewis achieved seven A*s and three As in his GCSEs this summer - despite taking time out during his studies to complete the 700-mile exhibition. The 16-year-old QEH student returned from his trek in

January after enduring 48-days of temperatures as low as minus 40 degrees, and winds of up to 60mph. After setting off from the Antarctic coast on December 2, he skied on average nine hours covering roughly 18 miles - a day. The record was previously held by Canadian Sarah McNairLandry, who is two years older than Lewis. Lewis said: “I wasn’t overly concerned with my GCSEs, as I’d already done my maths GSCE in Year 10 and got an A*. “I’d also done some work

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before the expedition and knew I’d have to work hard once I got back.” He added: “As for being in the Guinness Book of World Records, it’s unbelievable. I’ve got the book every single year and have loved looking through all the records. It’s a really cool thought knowing that I can look in one of the world’s most famous publications and see myself in it.” Lewis’s dad, Steven Clarke, said that the family were concerned about him missing time off school for the challenge. His mum, Sarah, even packed some German revision for him to read while he was in Antarctica. Steven said: “Lewis knew that he’d have to come straight off the ice right into the middle of his GCSE year. But he made that choice, worked like crazy when he got back and it clearly paid off. “After his mocks, just two weeks after he got back from the South Pole, we went to parents’ evening fearing the worst, but he did so well. One of his teachers even said they wondered if all the pupils should go to Antarctica before exams.

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“He’s just got the most remarkable focus and determination - we’re so proud of him. Sometimes you have to take big risks in life, he did, and we’re so pleased it all worked out for him.” Headmaster at QEH, Stephen Holliday, said: “Lewis’s achievements are remarkable he is such an inspiration to the other boys at QEH. “Everything he has achieved this summer, has been achieved with modesty. His deserved place in the Guinness Book of World Record is great news.” Since Lewis’s return, he has been inundated with requests to speak at local schools, scout groups and charity events. He will be speaking at schools across Bristol, Cardiff, and Berkshire; a scout group in Bath; as well as at talks hosted by SPLASH! Wiltshire, Royal Geographic Society, Jaguar-Land Rover and McLaren F1. Lewis will also be continuing to find out how the money he has raised for the Prince’s Trust is helping young people across Bristol.

Wetherspoon pub ‘bonus not a threat’ OWNERS of the Anchor pub on Gloucester Road say that they have “no issues” with a J D Wetherspoon pub opening nearby. The recent application, made by the large chain, has sparked serious concerns amongst the local community, with the Bishopston Society saying that the drinking establishment could have a “detrimental impact” on the area. Neil Wright, chief operating officer of pub and bar group TCG, which owns the Anchor pub, said: “We already trade very successful pubs and bars in close proximity to JD Wetherspoon venues elsewhere in the country, and so we would have no issues with them opening on Gloucester Road. “Investment in the Bishopston area by Wetherspoon will improve the local amenities, and our experience is that having a choice of wellrun pubs gives people more reasons to go out to eat and drink locally rather than travelling further afield, which benefits all the businesses in the area.” The pub is proposed for 349-353 Gloucester Road, in place of an old retail unit which is no longer in use. Planning documents, submitted to the council, show a large customer area, a beer garden, office space, kitchen and cooler store. The Bishopston Society previously told the Bishopston Voice: “Bishopston is a neighbourhood of largely family house, and the ever-increasing noise, nuisance and anti-social behaviour which goes hand-in-hand with late night drinking, is changing the character of the area.” Proposed opening hours for the pub are 7am until 12.30am, Sunday to Wednesday, and 7am until 1.30am, Thursday to Saturday. If approved, the development would create 45 new jobs in the area.

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edgehogs are a muchloved wild species. They are the gardener’s friend helping to rid gardens of slugs and snails and always bring a smile to our faces when they are seen snuffling about. At this time of year they are preparing to hibernate for the winter and will often appreciate a little help from us for extra food and house building materials. You cannot usually persuade a hedgehog to live entirely in your garden - they travel up to two miles each night and are great climbers. However there are some things that you can do to make your garden more attractive to hedgehogs and encourage them to stay around. Leave areas of your garden ‘wild’ with piles of leaves and logs. These will provide an attractive nest as well as a source of food in the form of slugs, worms and beetles. A piece of wood against a wall can be used by a hedgehog or you can buy a purpose built hedgehog house for your friend. Leaving out food and fresh water will encourage hedgehogs to return. Use cat or dog tinned food (not fish flavoured) or dry biscuits. Specialist hedgehog food can be bought from pet shops. Never feed hedgehogs milk as it can cause diarrhoea. Instead supply fresh water in a shallow bowl. Remove all plant netting or sports netting when not in use to prevent the hedgehog from getting entangled and injured. Make sure there is an easy way out of ponds - hedgehogs are good swimmers but need to be able to easily climb out of the water. Cover drains and holes. Check compost heaps before forking over, and grass before mowing or strimming. Do not use slug pellets that can poison hedgehogs. Bonfires should be freshly made up before lighting, if not, do check thoroughly for any hedgehog that may have crept into

the base. Hedgehogs usually hibernate between November and March. Juveniles need to reach a minimum weight of 600g to be able to survive their first hibernation. Any smaller young found at this time of year will need specialist care to be able to survive the winter. If you do find a small hedgehog please do take to your vet for a check up to decide on the best way to proceed and care for them. Slightly underweight juveniles can be housed in a garage or shed as a temporary home using a cardboard box with hay, newspaper or leaves until they reach the necessary weight for release and hibernation. Care should be taken to avoid too much human contact to avoid the hedgehog becoming unnaturally tame. Hedgehogs wake up periodically throughout their hibernation to find food so a supply of dry cat or dog biscuits close to the hibernation nest is a good idea to help them. It is not normal to see adult hedgehogs out during the day as they are nocturnal. Often this is a sign of a problem, so take it to a vet for check-up. If you find a hedgehog do contact us for advice - we do not charge for examination of a wild animal and can, if necessary, arrange transfer to a suitable rescue society for further care in cases where necessary. Hedgehog numbers in the UK are in decline. The more we can do to help this wonderful creature survive, the better.

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DESPITE a vital service being re-instated after it was axed by First, campaigners and bus users say that it is “disappointing” that the service now only runs until 6pm, and doesn’t operate on a Sunday. The new 520 bus service, covering most of the previous route travelled by the number 20, was launched by the council last month. The number 20 was withdrawn on August 31 - despite strong opposition from campaigners - based on the route not being “commercially viable”. However, since the number 20 was re-routed earlier on in the year, campaigners say that the service became unreliable, therefore driving many users away. Bristol City Council reached an agreement with First to run the new service, which operates on an hourly basis from 6.30am to 6pm, Monday to Saturday, between Westbury-on-Trym and Lewins Mead in the centre. Bus user, Peter Searle, said: “It was good to hear that the service is reinstated, albeit only six days a week and as an hourly service. “Iit is disappointing to note that the service finishes at 6pm, which will be of no help to anyone wishing to use public services in the evening to visit the Oncology unit, the heart unit, the new extended BRI or St Michael’s Hospital. He added: “Trying to reach these hospital departments without the bus will be very difficult for the less able bodied visitors. It will also impact staff who finish day shifts around 8pm and staff who start night shifts at that time. “An extension until 8pm would enable evening visits to Bristol’s biggest hospitals, using public transport.” Redland councillor Fi Hance, who was involved in discussions with First bus and the council when it was announced the 20 service was to be terminated, said: “Given [the service’s] well documented unreliability, it’s no great surprise that the service wasn’t being used as much as it might. But it did provide a lifeline for many communities in Redland and beyond. “Whilst [the new timetable is] not ideal, this is clearly an improvement, and congratulations to all those residents and groups who made their voices heard on the issue. It’s worth noting that, as service 520 will be financially supported by the council, we will be able to apply financial penalties for poor performance, so I would suggest that residents report any faults.” Assistant mayor for transport, cllr Mark Bradshaw said: “The response to the withdrawal of service 20 made it evident that it was an important public transport link between Westbury-on-Trym and the city centre. “We will be monitoring punctuality and reliability on the 520 very carefully to ensure it meets the service standards we have specified.” Paul Matthews, managing director for First West of England, added: “There was considerable strength of feeling around the loss of Service 20. We understand this and while we would reiterate that it was not possible to retain the service on a commercial basis, we are pleased that the council has been able to find a resolution to this issue.”

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News Anger over road-marking confusion LESS than two months after road markings were painted on Redland Road as part of mayor’s controversial RPZ scheme, the council eliminated them due to resurfacing work. The road has now been remarked, but it has not stopped councillors questioning the logic of the council’s highways department, as markings are only having to be repainted again. Councillor Claire Hiscott, a local Redland resident and recently selected Conservative parliamentary candidate for Bristol West, says that she cannot believe the council has “squandered” taxpayers’ money in this way. Councillor Hiscott said: “I was dismayed that the authority carried out action to implement a RPZ in the full knowledge that this will need to be repeated less than eight weeks later due to the road maintenance programme. “At a time when every penny“At a time when every

penny counts, it is frightening that officials feel free to disregard proper planning in these matters. “Schemes such as the 20 mph roll-out and RPZs seem to have bottomless pots of money, whilst other important frontline services are starved of cash. “How many times are there cock-ups like this that we don’t know about?” Councillor Hiscott said, she received several complaints about the quality of the resurfacing work, with holes and bumps still being left in the road, and many car users were left clueless about where they could park in the area. The zebra crossing has also only recently been repainted - two weeks after children returned to school. But complaints have not stopped there regarding the recent implementation of the Redland parking scheme. Redland councillor, Fi Hance, a Liberal Democrat, said: “I

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Albert Einstein would have recommended a 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 of 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. Not surprisingly it’s an education looked on favourably by Oxbridge and other top universities. And, if he’d been alive today, by Albert Einstein.

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Red Maids’ reach for the stars

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A RENOWNED astronomer and astrophysicist visited Red Maids’ School to encourage the girls to reach for the stars and consider careers in traditionally male-dominated areas. Acclaimed for being the first person to discover radio pulsars - the dead relics of large stars - whilst studying for her PhD at the University of Cambridge, Jocelyn Bell Burnell spoke to pupils about her work. She also opened a new observatory at the school complete with a computerised optical telescope and weather station – thought to be the first school-based facility of its kind in the Bristol area. Jocelyn said: “There are very few schools with facilities such as this. The United Nations has designated 2015 as International Year of Light and with this observatory and equipment, Red Maids’ is now in a strong position to see some amazing distant lights.” Headmistress Isabel Tobias said: “Jocelyn is a real inspiration to young women. She is a highly-successful academic and I am sure the chance to meet such a high–profile scientist will encourage the girls to aim high and consider careers in physics and other sciences.” The project builds on the success of the HiSparc project at Red Maids’ where students have been working with university academics and students from across the world to study cosmic rays which are believed to influence weather patterns. The new observatory will challenge students to look further into the origins of cosmic rays using data from the HiSparc detectors. With information from the weather station, girls will also be able to find out more about the climate and how the rate of cosmic showers is affected by changes in atmospheric pressure, humidity and temperature. The observatory and weather station have been funded with £5,000 from the Barry Theo Jones Fund, £3,000 from the Friends of Red Maids’, with the remaining amount from Dr Mike Hebbron and the school’s science department.

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Education Matt’s new positive image of police A TEENAGER from Orchard School has changed his views on the police, after accompanying officers on a shift. Matt Speight was making a film about his life when Sergeant Chris Green from Trinity Road police station approached him for a chat. Sgt Green said: “I spotted Matt outside Trinity Road and was interested to find out what he was filming. We got chatting and it turned out that Matt had had some negative experiences with the police, which had given him a poor view of what we do and what we’re about. “I wanted Matt to see for himself that there is so much more to policing than what he had experienced, so I invited him out to join me on a shift.” Matt said: “Before I went out with Sgt Green, I had a pretty low opinion of the police. I’d been stopped and searched a couple of times while hanging out with friends in St Paul’s and Easton

and had felt unfairly targeted because I’m mixed race. “On the shift, I got to see the variety of incidents that they have to respond to. One incident I could relate to what the victim was feeling and I got to see

how the police can and do deal sensitively with people my age. “I would consider a career in the police now when I’m older. I’ve seen that not all officers are bad and I like the fact that there are neighbourhood

teams separate to the response teams, whose job it is to get to know their communities and in particular the young people in these communities. Building these links is something I’d like to be involved with.”

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Education Jackie helps teenagers become more money savvy WHY does my school trip cost £300? What is included in the price? How much spending money will I need? How many pounds is 25 Euros? These are some of the questions tackled as part of an innovative programme to help teenagers learn about managing their money. “Financial capability”, which launched in September, is on the National Curriculum for the first time and presents a challenge for teachers who may not be confident in handling their own finances, let alone giving sound and relevant advice to their students. Jackie Matthews, mother of two teenage girls, could be their salvation. After 25 years working for NatWest, she has developed Libra Learning, a business devoted to delivering financial education to people from the age of nine to adulthood. Jackie has been working in schools across the Bristol area including Cotham School and

Redland Green School. Jackie has developed a range of activities to suit all ages and abilities, from a one-off single lesson to a series of “preparation for life” sessions with sixthformers and full-day enterprise projects for the younger years of secondary school. Jackie, who did schools outreach work for the bank, has also created unique resources, including template bank statements and pay slips as well as interactive games. Enterprise days, in which students create and plan a new restaurant concept, have proved popular, developing life skills as well as financial education. As well as tackling financial issues such as interest rates in their maths lessons, secondary

school pupils are expected to learn in citizenship classes about the link between public funds and personal finances, such as how and why taxes are raised and spent. Although money matters are not compulsory in primary schools yet, Jackie has piloted

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Education Steiner GCSE joy Bristol Steiner School celebrated the start of its 2014/15 term last week – just days after it achieved some of the best exam results in its 40-year history. Despite national predictions for an alarming dip in standards,

Vincent Dietrich, 16, from Bishopston, who achieved excellent GCSE grades - A* German, A Science, A in Art, B in Maths, B in Additional Science, and C in English.

its Year 11 students won a total of 13 A* and A grades in their GCSEs. A further 31 grades of B or C were awarded in mainstream subjects including maths, English, science, additional science, history, art and French. Overall the school, in Redland, conceded just 13 D or E grades. None of its pupils walked away with an F grade, official figures show. The results, published yesterday, reflect the school’s continuing academic success since it opened an upper school for children aged 14 to 16 in 2008, and began offering GCSEs in addition to a full Steiner curriculum. All 12 pupils in Class 10 (the equivalent of Year 11 in mainstream schools) sat GCSEs this year, with a spokesperson describing the calibre of the results achieved, in relative terms of size and number, as “quite extraordinary”.

Education coordinator Janet Parsons said pupils and staff were “delighted” to discover that their hard work had paid off. She said: “The results continue the academic success of our upper school students and we are really pleased that the students have achieved the results they need to take them towards obtaining their goals in life.

“The majority of these pupils are now focused on their A-Levels and progressing their learning journey into further and advanced education.”

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Engineering a change in career aspirations ENGINEERING has proved one of the most popular GCSE options for both girls and boys at Fairfield High School, following efforts to change teenagers’ preconceptions about the subject. The school hosts talks and demonstrations by industry leaders, such as Airbus, and organises visits to employers and workshops. Hands-on activities such as building a tower made of marshmallows, are also held for students, as well as primary children. Earlier this year, a group of Fairfield girls went to an event at Cardiff City football club designed to dispel myths about careers in areas such as construction, plumbing, sport, public services and engineering. As well as bumping into some Premier League players, the students were inspired by Jessica Jones, winner of Young Engineer of the Year. Teacher Chris Long said: “As Jessica took to the stage the girls commented that ‘she doesn’t look like a typical engineer’. When asked, what does an actual engineer look like, one of the responses was: ‘someone who wears overalls and gets dirty a lot’.” Students got to try out tiling a wall, building a brick arch, learning CPR with paramedics, playing golf and football, and experimenting with science. By the end of the day their aspirations had grown. Shelbie Lane, 15, said: “I have been inspired by women who have a lot of power, because they have shown us that we have no limits - in our life and careers.” Saado Omar, 15, said: “Women can be independent no matter what people say.”

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A NEW building, set for completion by next January, is under way at St Brendan’s Sixth Form College. It will house ten new teaching classrooms, as well as a new social space and cafe. The college is also introducing several new courses this year, which will be showcased at the upcoming open events (11, 22 and 22 October). New Level 3 BTECs are being taught in Applied Law and Dance, and a Level 2 BTEC in Sport also on offer to sit alongside A-level PE and the Level 3 BTEC in Sport Development, Coaching and Fitness. Outside of the classroom, the Total Pro Soccer Academy has been extended to include a Girl’s Football Academy and there is a brand new Performing Arts and Media Career Academy starting. A new Coaching and Refereeing Academy - the only one of its kind in the South West is also about to begin, which helps students gain extra qualifications and to put them into practice in schools and the community. The college has also been busy settling in its new intake of students following another great year of results, events and activities. Both A-level and AS level results exceeded the national average for its suite of over 50 different subjects. Plus there was a 100 percent achievement rate in the International

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Baccalaureate and the Extended Project qualification, and a 98.6 percent achievement in BTEC passes. Year 11 students and their family and

friends are all invited to visit the college’s upcoming open events in October. More details can be found at www. stbrendanssixthformcollege.com

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ART RAFT PIGLETS Nursery in Redland over the moon with ‘GOOD’ Ofsted Grade Places are still available at the Art raft Piglets Nursery for children aged 6 months to 5 years. The nursery, recently awarded ‘GOOD’ in their latest Ofsted inspection, focuses on developing creativity and critical thinking as well as nurturing children’s conﬁdence, self esteem and social skills. This small cosy intimate nursery, situated in a quiet cul de sac off Chandos Road, has easy parking right outside the door, which is a boon for busy parents in this area. It currently has full and term time nursery and pre school places available. Parents can save money with our ‘term time’ only places. Why pay for 52 weeks a year when you need only pay for 38 weeks instead? Free Early Education Entitlement places are also available and we accept all child care vouchers. Excitement, joy, a sense of wonder, willingness to try out new experiences, a strong sense of self, independent thinking, laughter, friendship, respect for others and their possessions, and pride in their own achievement - these are the qualities that we foster in the children in our care. Working within the Early Years framework, our emphasis is on developing creativity and critical thinking. There is always an ongoing arts project that never follows a single direction, but ﬂows with endless possibilities, each child bringing their own perspective and engaging in an aspect of it that holds their fascination. This can set them off on an individual learning curve or lead to tremendous collaboration between the children as they work together on creating some wonderful art.

who ‘were extremely complimentary’. ‘They felt that their children were happy and content, extremely well supported to settle quickly and be fully involved in all activities and learning experiences’.

Nurturing a child’s sense of emotional security and encouraging good manners are also fundamental to the care we provide which our children’s mums and dads value. Our nursery is open Monday – Friday all year round except for Bank Holidays. Want to know more.... then visit our website, call us or email to arrange a visit if you are looking for nursery care for your child.

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In the Ofsted report the inspector commented that ‘the nursery is bright and welcoming and provides children with a stimulating environment in which to play and learn’, the inspector also commented that ‘interaction between staff and all children is strong……as a result children are happy and content throughout the nursery ….. all children receive good quality learning and make good progress based on their starting points.’ The inspector, spoke to parents

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Early Years Hopperz Physical activity is fundamental for young children’s optimum brain development and overall emotional well-being. Children’s attitude to physical activity and movement are formed in the early years and influenced by the adults around them, which is why Hopperz encourages children and adults to have fun together. Louisa Tickner-Jenkins, the founder of Hopperz, has over 20 years experience working in the early years sector, and holds a clear DBS and Paediatric First Aid. Her Early Years Education Degree specialised in young children’s movement and health. Classes encourage children to develop their physical co-ordination supporting their growing self-confidence. Children also develop their listening skills and benefit from the social interaction the classes offer. The sessions provide an opportunity for children to be active and so younger children

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need to be steady on their feet. Come along and try a session, there are no booking requirements, check the website for further info, I look forward to seeing you.

Redland High The new academic year got off to a fantastic start for Redland High Infants with QEH, with boys joining the Infant School for the first time since 1956. Pupils took advantage of the sunshine at morning break, riding their tricycles, playing with the water ball pit, raiding the fancy dress box and enjoying making new friends. The girls and boys at Redland High Infants with QEH are looking forward to moving into their brand new purpose built classrooms in October. Redland High Infants with QEH offers a co-educational provision for children aged 3 to 7 years old. In Year 3, girls will progress to Redland High Junior School and boys will transfer

seamlessly to QEH boys’ school. Both schools remain committed

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Early Years Precious Moments Precious Moments Bristol offers a range of photographic services from Maternity, Baby, Child & Small Family Portraits to more Specialty services such as Newborn Creative Photography, Progression Photo shoots over a period of time to Cake Smashes and Event Photography for Weddings and Corporate Events. Photo shoots start from £25 offering affordability as well as a high quality service and finished products. As a professional Photographer with over 10 years experience, I chose to specialise in Maternity and Baby Photography after the birth of my first child. My home studio is based in Stoke Gifford, North Bristol, where you can choose from over 400 props, items of clothing and creative backdrops, creating beautiful scenes and sets to capture those precious moments in a creative way that you will treasure for years to come. Affiliate member of the

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HAPE, GREEN BOARD GAME, DJECO and TEIFOC (building kits). Rattles, soft animals and shape-sorters from MANHATTAN toys are a latest addition. There are wooden toys, games, jigsaws, craft and art kits and a large bookcase full of interesting books for ages from 0 to 12 – not forgetting the wools and felting materials at the back

of the shop. Prices range from stocking fillers for about £2 each to birthday party presents between £5 and £10 as well as plenty of larger items such as pirate ships, tea-sets, fire engines and dolls houses. Please come in for some helpful advice or just for a browse.

Playfull Toyshop on Gloucester Road celebrated its 12th anniversary this year. The shop remains the same size but Kerstin and Nigel have found new suppliers every year since opening. They are proud to be stockists of products from good quality manufacturers such as HABA,

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Our Mem is no Coventry I have just read the letter by Jamie Carstairs in the latest issue, comparing the Memorial Ground in Horfield with the Coventry War Memorial Park so I thought I’d find out a bit about it. The two sites bear no comparison! The War Memorial Park in Coventry was originally created to commemorate the men from the city killed in the First World War, but has been developed and extended over the years to provide the community with a whole range of facilities. The Park features an impressive 27metre high

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monument, built in 1927, inside of which is a room called the ‘Chamber of Silence’ containing a roll of honour to the fallen in two world wars and the Gulf War. It also has 12 football pitches, a bowling green, tennis courts, pitch and putt course, splash and play area for children, a skate park and even an aviary, all of which can be used by the public either for free or at a very reasonable charge. All of this is set in large green open areas, full of trees and shrubberies with beautiful formal landscaped gardens. It is open to visitors all year round, 24 hours a day and over 400,000 people visit each year. It sounds lovely so it’s not surprising that it was first to be awarded status under the Fields in Trust programme, but to compare it to our Memorial Ground seems to me, quite frankly, ludicrous. Anna Rossetti

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permission to build a new Lidl store on Muller Road. In the expectation that you and local councillors will receive many letters of protest about ‘yet another supermarket threatening the future of Gloucester Road’, I for one would like to register my support for the proposal. Lidl and Aldi have both shaken up the cosy cabal of the large supermarkets and offered people on limited budgets a better deal for their everyday expenditure. The have also been judged to offer superior quality in many of the products that they sell. Also Muller Road is practically bereft of food shops, unlike Gloucester Road. In my opinion it is not price comparisons that threatens the small shops, it is their out of date adherence to 1950s opening hours; by the time I used to get home from work, about 6.00pm, 95% of the small Gloucester Road shops were closed. Lidl and shops like that allow me to shop when I am available to shop and on that basis they mostly compete with each other rather than with small shops who seemingly don’t wish to compete. I live within 300 yards of the

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proposed site and am therefore reconciled to a small increase in traffic levels that might occur.

Store bid takes dramatic twist AMID much speculation in recent months whether Sainsbury’s really want to proceed with their superstore development - with Rovers suing Sainsbury’s for losses of £340,000 – we now have another dramatic turn of events: Bristol Rovers have submitted a fresh planning application to extend the supermarket’s delivery hours (refused by Bristol Council earlier this year) to clear the last outstanding obstacle to Sainsbury’s fulfilling their side of the contract. Bristol Council is now considering the new application (14/04174/X). There are several, contentious issues here, but principally an utter lack of interest in consulting the people most affected by it. Seventeen hours of daily deliveries are agreed, Mondays to Saturdays 6am-11pm, and Sundays 9am-8pm. They now

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want 19 hours of HGV deliveries to the planned store, from 5am12 midnight, 7-days-a-week, effectively a whole extra day. Sainsbury’s use 44-ton lorries (the largest HGVs on UK roads, designed for motorway haulage). The number of journeys each day and night via Muller and Gloucester Road, to Filton Avenue is unknown. The council rejected 19 hours on 28 Jan 2014, stating these extended hours of delivery ‘would have a detrimental impact on the amenity of local residents’. Sainsbury’s noise assessment clearly showed properties around the site would suffer sleep-disturbing levels of noise. Rovers’ new noise assessment claims this is not the case and the council look prepared to accept it. Noise barriers will be 2.3m-3.6m high (7.8 ft to 11.8 ft). From plans they appear prisonlike, cutting down sunlight and creating an oppressive, alienating environment. Local householders received minimal information about these plans found online and no effort was made to discuss them. Residents

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sleeping in upstairs rooms or with windows open will still suffer noise. Sleep deprivation causes ill-health. When the council approved Sainsbury’s superstore planning application, it stated the development was ‘very finely balanced’ and inserted a condition to protect local residents from noise as part of this balance. To remove this condition alters the ‘balanced’ impact of that entire development. The wider implications of

these extended hours are important: HGVs will pass by Muller and Gloucester Road households before 5am and beyond midnight. Once this precedent is set in residential Bristol other supermarkets could follow suit. Objections deadline is 29 September: tinyurl. com/deliveryhours (quote ref 14/04174/X) or write to: Peter Westbury, Planning-Development Management Brunel House, St George’s Road Bristol BS1 5UY. TRASHorfield

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Fix up, look sharp with Clic Sargent CLIC Sargent - a vintage charity shop on Gloucester Road - is launching its new upcycled clothing range this month. The popular Bishopston store will be showcasing its autumn and winter ‘Fix Up Look Sharp’ collection - which boasts oneof-a-kind pieces, created using donated items of clothing and fabrics - at the Canteen in Stokes Croft on October 9. The event will run in conjunction with CLIC Sargent launching their new website. There will be a fun, party atmosphere, as well as a chance to see - and purchase - the clothes which have been made by the charity’s upcycling team. All proceeds go directly to CLIC Sargent - the UK’s leading cancer charity for children and young people. The event runs from 6-9pm.

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ONE local mother is determined to improve road safety around schools by encouraging parents to change the way they drop off their children. After examining the routes that youngsters take to and from school, Sefton Park parent, Jo Sibson, came to the conclusion that children are most in danger when they are within 200m of the gates due to heavy congestion, manoeuvring vehicles, and cars waiting on yellow zig-zags. “I have had parents tell me of near-misses and heart stopping moments that shouldn’t be happening,” Jo said. “We put our own child’s safety as our number one priority but are often blind to other people’s children being at risk when we drive our car right up to the school gate.” The initiative has already gained support from local estate agents CJ Hole, who will be providing signage for the campaign, and the RAC, which is promoting road safety in schools nationwide. The motoring company has also introduced road safety mascot Horace to help get the message across to parents and children

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Let’s cut road risk at school gates in a fun way. Introducing ‘park and stride’ and a ‘five-minute walking’ zone, are just a few of the ideas that Jo has in order to deter parents from dropping children off at the school gate. Alongside one of the Sefton Park teachers, Jo organised a walk-out with some of the children, parents and local PCSOs to identify places where parents could park safely and still be within a five-minute walking distance of the school. A school road safety council has also been formed amongst children, and letters are being written home to parents, encouraging them to consider leaving home five minutes earlier. Park and stride involves parents driving part of the way to school, parking, and then walking the rest. “Many parents say they drive to school because they need their car to travel on to work, but it’s become more dangerous as more cars are trying to park as close to the school gates as possible,” Jo explained. “This

scheme shows families that it can often be quicker and easier, and indeed less stressful to leave the car at home while they do the school run - and they can get some healthy exercise at the same time.” She added: “How we bring this culture change into being is the challenge and I am always keen to hear from parents who may have suggestions to help bring this about. RAC head of external affairs, Pete Williams, said: “The pupils and teachers at Sefton Park School are now taking valuable

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Harvest fair at Golden Hill APPLES were bobbed, whilst the sun shone at the Golden Hill Community Garden’s recent harvest fair, which raised over £650. Three-hundred people turned up to the annual event to enjoy cake, pizza and soup, as well as a variety of fun-filled activities. Visitors were also able to enjoy the garden’s new straw bale building. Lucy Mitchell, founder of the community garden, said: “Thank you so much to the 300 people and fabulous volunteers who made the Harvest Fair such a lovely day.” The community garden welcomes people every Wednesday, 10am-4pm, and the occasional Saturday, to volunteer in the garden. GHCG also runs a Golden Buds toddler group. To find out about future availabilities, contact: ghcgarden@gmail.com

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Volunteers back mayor’s call to clean up streets MEMBERS of the public rolled up their sleeves last month and joined in on a nationwide cleanup day to help improve the local environment. Residents were joined by Bristol mayor George Ferguson in clearing some of the rubbish that litters streets in Bishopston and Redland as part of the Let’s do it! UK aniti-waste movement. According to John Atkinson, the council’s Streetwise project coordinator, the day was “a great

success”. The Bishopston group, which had nine volunteers, collected over 20 bags from local streets. The council reports that it costs over £5m a year to clear up cigarette butts, bottles, cans, chewing gum, pieces of paper and other waste across the city. Every year the council collects around 6,000 tonnes of street litter and around 1,400 tonnes of fly-tip material. The mayor said: “It is essential we continue this good work by ensuring the city is clean, tidy and well presented. We should be intolerant of the carelessness and thoughtlessness of individuals and establishments that cause the litter in the first place. “I believe that we should all take some responsibility for looking after our

environment – especially as we lead up to being European Green Capital next year.” The Let’s do it! campaign began in Estonia in 2008 and is a global network of anti-waste movements that have united ten

million volunteers. Dropping litter in a public place is a criminal offence and can result in a fixed penalty notice of £75 or a fine - if taken to court - of up to £2,500.

Cary comes home TO celebrate one of Bishop Road Primary's most famous pupils, the school's community cinema will be hosting a special showing of one of Cary Grant's famous Hollywood classics. 'Charade' - a romantic comedy-thriller which stars Grant, alongside Audrey Hepburn - will be shown at the Big Screen event on October 10. Born in Horfield in 1904, Hughenden Road was where Grant (previously named Archibald Alexander Leach) resided before finding fame and fortune in the USA. Recognised for his dashing good looks and demeanour, Grant was named the second "greatest male star of all time" by the American Film Institute. The showing will tie in with the 'Cary Grant Comes Home for the Weekend' festival on October 11-12 at Bristol's Hippodrome. The showing will be at Silverthorne Hall, Bishop Road Primary School. Entry is free. Doors open at 7.30pm, with film starting at 8pm. Over 18s only.

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Goblins and ghouls get ready to make mischief TRADERS on Gloucester Road Central will be joining forces during October half-term to add a touch of spookiness to the street for Halloween. Room 212, Moodles, Cake, and Catch the Moment will be taking part in the Halloweenthemed festivities. On October 30, families are invited to bring pre-carved pumpkins to Room 212 to display on the street from 6pm. Pumpkins can then be taken home again in time for Halloween. Spooky drinks and Halloween-themed cupcakes - decorated by Cake - will be available to buy, and a photographer from Catch the Moment will snapping any spooky poses. Day of the Dead - a Mexican holiday, dedicated to remembering the dead - is the theme at Room 212 from October 13 October to November 3. A display of skulls, flowers and curiosities will be showcased in the gallery’s window. For more information, or to keep up-to-date with all the latest news, visit: www.facebook.com/GlosRdCentral

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Lucienne fulfils lifetime ambition to be an author FROM writing her own versions of Bambi when she was a little girl, to becoming a recognised published author, Lucienne Boyce is pursuing her lifetime ambition. The Westbury Park resident has applied her passion for history and mythology to producing two publications - a novel about an 18th century voyage, and a non-fiction book about the Bristol suffragettes with several more in the pipeline. Lucienne moved to Bristol in the 80s, and was inspired by the city’s rich history. After working in Bristol University’s law department part-time, she decided to take the plunge and give up paid employment completely so she could dedicate all her time to writing books.

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fantasy. Lucienne said: “I think Game of Thrones is a great example of fabulous story-telling - the books are so deeply rooted in history, and create a very realised world. “I love the idea of adding an element of fantasy to history, and there’s a lot of inventive stuff out

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News LOSING six stone has helped tourettes sufferer, Emma Gregory, not only rebuild her confidence but gain Woman of the Year at her local Slimming World club, qualifying her for the regional finals. Emma joined the Horfield club after being told that, for her to gain funding for an operation to help with her condition, she first had to lose weight.

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6st lighter and a whole lot brighter She was persuaded to join the slimming club by her key worker Ros, from Keystones in Filton, which offers support for people with various problems affecting their lives. Emma joined the group in January 2013, and in just over a year, lost enough weight to qualify for funding to have the operation. In March this year Emma underwent an operation to have implants inserted in her brain, which connect to a battery pack in her chest. Over the last six months, she has attended various trials at a hospital in London. Emma’s trial period has now come to an end and the device should be fully functional, greatly reducing the effects of her Tourettes. Only five other people in the UK have undergone the operation. Due to her tourettes, Emma was often asked to leave shops,

Emma after pubs, buses and the cinema, resulting in her feeling very insecure. Carolyn Collier, who runs the Slimming World group in Horfield, said: “From the introverted person Emma was eighteen months ago, she now has much more self confidence,

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Toddlers with my little girl after a long break and am pleased to report that it is as friendly as ever. Ardagh Toddlers is held Monday mornings 10-11.30am at the Ardagh Pavilion on Horfield Common and is for babies and children up to three years. There are ride-on cars, toys, books, costumes, plus a new room just for drawing and puzzles and outdoor space. It is £2.50 entry and tea/coffee and biscuits are provided. There is no waiting list so mums, dads, carers and grandparents – please do drop-in one Monday; you will receive a warm welcome. I also want to mention mmmBOPP music and movement classes which are held on Tuesday and Thursday morning at KudaCan. Tuesday morning mmmBOPP sessions are for 0-18 months and Thursday mmmBOPP sessions are for children aged 15 months to three years. mmmBOPP sessions are great fun, with lots of singing, dancing, puppets, instruments, a parachute, bubbles and more! If you are looking into preschools for your children, Bishopston Beanstalks may interest you. Bishopston

Beanstalks is held in Bishopston Methodist Church on Gloucester Road and is open four mornings a week. Bishopston Beanstalks takes children from the term in which they turn three until school age and recently celebrated a “Good” Ofsted rating. If you would like to find out more, please call Bishopston Beanstalks on 0117 942 5104. This month, my children and I are holding a little fundraising event for Meningitis Now; a charity which raises money to fund research into meningitis, raises awareness of the signs and symptoms of the disease and also supports

families whose lives have been affected. We are doing a “Toddle Waddle”: a short sponsored stomp that can be held at any time of the year in any location. We will be doing our Toddle Waddle on Horfield Common and then having a gathering round our house with friends, both little and grown-up, having fun doing activities that can be downloaded from the Meningitis Now website. If you would like to hold a Toddle Waddle, please visit m.meningitisnow.org Have a fantastic October! Bishopston Mum www.bishopstonmum.com www.bristolmum

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News Students’ cast-offs set to bring in £180,000 for charity OVER 15 tonnes of reusable goods - donated by local university students - were collected from Gloucester Road over the summer, as part of the Bristol Big Give Project. The campaign, which ran from May until July this year, collected over 72 tonnes in total from across the city, raising up to £180,000 for local and national charities. Bristol Big Give is an annual campaign organised by the Bristol Student Community Partnership - a collaboration between the University of Bristol and the University of the West of England, and their students’ unions. The campaign collects unwanted items donated by students living in halls of residence and privately owned accommodation, and distributes them to over a dozen charities. The Bristol Big Project also aims to increase awareness of responsible waste management,

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If you ever wanted to see first hand the epitome of vulgar style and taste, Swiss architect Le Corbusier would have recommended simply going into “the homes of the rich”. Fearlessly absolute in his opinions about everything from furniture design to town planning, Le Corbusier’s divisive statements are often quoted. But it is less his controversial nature and more

his empathy with poverty, and how that fed his work, that I find interesting, as the disparity between the luxury of interior design and the prevalence of homelessness has long been a source of conflict for me. Even as little girl playing at home with a dolls house, I was aware of my good fortune. In the days before The Big Issue, homeless people had little option but to beg sitting down at child height, after all. However, the need to nest in and create a home is a basic human desire that seems to be so hard wired into us that money doesn’t come into it. Even our cave dwelling ancestors were compelled

to decorate their walls! Many regular rough sleepers will have a particular way of placing their few belongings to create a sense of order. Upon visiting some of the poorest people in the world, seasoned travellers, such as Michael Palin for example, receive the warmest and proudest of welcomes into humble, small - perhaps even cramped - yet cultivated, cared-for and well-loved homes. In recognition of this, at this year’s Women Outside The Box festival of female entrepreneurship, I will be selling £1 raffle tickets to win a home-baked Gingerbread House with all the proceeds going to homelessness charity Shelter. For a chance to win, support a fantastic cause and have a play with my refurbished vintage Dolls House, come and find me at my exhibition stand at Colston Hall, Monday 20th October! www.zoehewettinteriors.co.uk

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MOVING to study in an unfamiliar city - often alone - can be a daunting prospect. But a new campaign aims to welcome students to Bristol by giving essential information on settling in and getting involved in the local community. ‘Love Where You Live: Our House, Our Street, Our Community’ is run by the Bristol Student Community Partnership, made up of the University of Bristol, University of the West of England, both students’ unions, Bristol City Council, and Avon and Somerset Police. The campaign, supported by the the Police and Crime Commissioner’s Community Action Fund, consists of an initial eight-week welcome campaign and a 12 month online campaign. The welcome campaign involves ambassadors knocking on doors in student locations - including Bishopston and Redland - welcoming them to the local community, and promoting messages around waste, safety and noise.

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Break that ‘student stigma’ Around 14,000 free bin labels will be supplied to student residents - on which their house number is written - in a bid to prevent confusion over who is responsible for individual bins. Students will also be encouraged to visit the Love Where You Live website for further information throughout the year. Whilst the project is mostly targeted towards students moving in to private rented housing for the first time, the website - which launched last month - acts as a vital resource for anyone new to Bristol. Previously called the ‘Moving In’ campaign, the project has been running for four years, providing students with key information regarding tenant and landlord responsibilities, the waste calendar, students’ union calendar, top tips on how to keep the peace with neighbours, an accommodation guide and

community contacts. Jemma Harford, community engagement coordinator for the partnership, said: “The new campaign is a really big change as to how we’re going to be supporting students, and encouraging them to be a part of the local community. “The new website offers a portal of information on how to love Bristol, as well as other advice, such as how to make complaints, how to get involved in local projects and how to set up new campaigns - both for students and existing residents. It’s about breaking down the

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Community engagement We want to focus on some local initiatives, helping you connect with the council, with local decision-making and with your neighbourhood. The whole area of participation – how local people can have more say in shaping what happens in Bishopston – is something we are very keen to promote.

No 20 bus Following a series of meetings between councillors (including ourselves), officers and First, a revised 520 service has been announced which will run on an hourly basis and operate along the previous number 20 route between the centre and Westbury. Whilst not ideal, this is an improvement. Congratulations to all those residents and groups who made their voices heard on the issue.

This month, check out: a) Neighbourhood Partnerships are a way for everyone who lives, studies or works in the area to get involved in improving the way the neighbourhood works. It’s a place to interact with the council and other agencies (e.g. police and fire services) and shape how services are delivered. The local Neighbourhood Partnership is seeking: Parents of school age children to sit on our committee representing that group’s views. Helpers, organisers and promoters of our annual

neighbourhood festival, which takes place in May next year. Local groups and businesses who want to support Bristol Green Capital 2015 – £10,000 funding is available locally to support projects and local training and information sessions to help develop ideas. We also run four local events (Bishopston Forums) each year to feed ideas into the Partnership. We’d love to hear your ideas or requests about what you’d like discussed or featured in a Forum. Details of all this and more are at: www.bcrnp.org.uk/ b) www.lovewhereyoulivebristol. co.uk. This time of year many students move into the area – and we know this can raise various concerns. It’s hosted and promoted by community liaison officers at the two Bristol universities who will also support and encourage you to welcome new students to your street or deal with any specific concerns. tim.malnick@bristol.gov.uk daniella.radice@bristol.gov.uk

RPZ It’s fair to say that there is still some controversy over its implementation in Redland, with complaints still cropping up about yellow lines being installed in error and late permits. If you have any outstanding problems that haven’t been resolved, let us know. Dog fouling in parks The perennial problem of dog pooh has been cropping up of late. There have been rumours

that there are plans to ban dogs from parks or insist they go on leads. Pooh is a problem, and not just in parks, so we’re trying to sort out a public meeting over the coming months to bring people together to find some solutions. 20mph enforcement We’ve had several complaints about non enforcement of the new 20mph zones. It’s disappointing that enforcement won’t be more zealously applied but happy to pass on details of particular areas of concern. Highways issues Berkeley Road crossing has been installed, helping to keep the growing number of Bishop Road pupils safe on their walk to school. Some may have noticed that only half of North Road got resurfaced. The other half was deemed satisfactory, but we disagree and are trying to convince officers to take another look. Martin.fodor@bristol.gov.uk Fi.hance@bristol.gove.uk

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FRIENDS of St Andrews Park have dismissed claims that they plan to ban dogs from the park, after issues were raised by a committee member about the extent of dog mess in the area. A number of dog walkers expressed concerns after reading the views published by a committee member on the FOSAP blog, which suggested that more control of dogs was needed in the park, as they caused damage to the flower meadows, and owners failed to clear up dog faeces. According to the group, the member’s opinion on dog control - posted on the blog prior to a FOSAP meeting - was “distorted”, with fake posters

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Park Friends deny bid to ban dogs being displayed around the park, saying that banning dogs was a proposal to be discussed at the meeting. John Mayne, from FOSAP, said: “There was some confusion about banning dogs from areas of the park, other than the children’s play area where they are already banned. “It is not our policy to ban dogs outside the play area and not our policy to try to get them on put on leads. “We would like to have better relations in future with dog owners who use the park and also hope to have a new position

of dog walkers’ representative on the committee.” One committee member has been monitoring the incidence of faeces over six months and has noted 105 examples, including faeces that is smeared and not fully cleared up. Many speakers who attended the meeting in September expressed that the majority of dog walkers are responsible and pick up their dog’s faeces - and even that of other dogs. One dog walker suggested that FOSAP members, of which only one owns a dog, should be more understanding

of dog behaviour and have a more “positive attitude” to dog walkers. Redland councillor Fi Hance has confirmed that dog pooh is a problem, and has suggested that it would be useful to hold a separate meeting on the issue of dog control, which will include the council, dog walkers, FOSAP, and the dog warden. She suggested at the meeting that there are a number of practical measures which could improve the situation, such as changes to the fencing around the dog free area.

Sponsor needed to help keep common clean HORFIELD Common’s ‘P-P-Pick up the Poo’ campaign was set up in response to excessive amounts of dog faeces being left in the area. Having been in place for a few years, the campaign has already made a “significant difference” to the common. The campaign - which is run by volunteers who are dog walkers - aims to encourage people to pick up after their dogs. There are a number of points around the common, where dog walkers are able to collect dog bags, and the points are replenished by volunteers on a daily basis. The project has cost less than £150 per year. But due to a recent application for funding being rejected, the common is

seeking financial support from local businesses to sustain the project. Sam Thomson, chair of Friends of Horfield Common, said: “Our experience is that 99% of dog owners are responsible, but there are always occasions when one or two spoil it. “The visibility of the bags and signage is a good reminder to everyone using the common. It is very much a project led by dog-walkers who are all are committed to keeping the common lovely and clean. She added: “It’s a very small time commitment but makes a big difference - we think that it has had a brilliant impact. “It may be that St Andrews Park could run a similar project and a local business might like

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How to get Green Capital cash FUNDING of £10,000 has been made available for people within Bishopston, Cotham and Redland to set up projects as part of Bristol Green Capital 2015. The Green Capital projects fund aims to help neighbourhoods create a happier, healthier and greener city. The BCR partnership will be awarding grants to projects which will have a lasting impact on the community and can show long-term sustainability, as well as encourage young people to get involved in green issues. A limit has not been set on the size of any one project, so proposals for both big and small ideas are welcome. The key themes for Bristol Green Capital 2015 are energy, resources, transport, nature and food, although related topics may be considered. A Green Capital 2015 grant workshop will be taking place on October 8, 7.30-9.30pm at Redland Park URC meeting rooms.

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A TALK on issues affecting air quality in Bristol will be taking place in Redland this month. The event will be hosted by Steve Crawshaw, who has worked on air quality in the city since 1998 and has a comprehensive understanding of urban air quality issues, and Dr Angela Raffle, a consultant in public health, who has worked in Bristol since 1985. She is also involved in Sustainable Redland and Transition Bristol. Steve will be talking about the air quality monitoring network that Bristol City Council operate, and will outline the main issues faced in meeting air quality standards, while Angela will be discussing the health and policy implications of current air quality levels in the city and offer some views about what is to be done. ‘Air Quality in Bristol - Time to Stop Breathing?’ is on October 8, 7.30pm at Friends Meeting House, 126 Hampton Road, BS6 6JE. Non-members £5 and members £2 (voluntary). Booking not required.

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Help! Male voices needed A BRISTOL choir is putting out an urgent plea for single men. The Single Singers - a singing and socialising group has attracted 35 women of all ages, but no men. The choir’s leader, Dee Jarlett, said: “Help! We need some deep voices to make the harmonies come alive. Surely there must be some single guys - straight or gay - out there who would like to have a go?” Although not a dating club, it is thought to be the first singles choir in the UK. Bishopston organiser Barbara Bloomfield added: “You don’t even have to be able to sing or read music. Just be willing to try something new.” For more information, contact b.bloomfield@ blueyonder.co.uk or 07845 928315.

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Work starts on Redland playground RENOVATION work has started on the new Redland Green play park. The playground development, which began in September, is expected to take eight to 12 weeks to complete. The play area will have new and renovated swings, a new entrance, two new pieces of sand play and climbing equipment, a new climbing frame, and new ramps for the zip wire. In 2012, £110k from the council’s capital funding was allocated to improve the park. Paths and teen seating will be completed following work to the equipment. The teen seating is to be located in the tarmac area outside of the children’s play area. Dependant on resources, trees will also be planted due to parents wanting more shade in the playground. There is also discussion about a park noticeboard being installed.

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Helping the young jobless A SKILLS employment programme aims to boost job prospects for 600 young people across the west of England. The Helping Young People into Employment West programme, which launched in September, will provide unemployed people from across the region, aged 18-24, with a range of support and activities to increase their chances of finding a job. As well as mentoring and job coaching, the initiative includes work experience placements with guaranteed references and a job-matching service aimed at securing an apprenticeship or job for each participant. Participants will also benefit from ongoing support throughout the first six months of employment. City of Bristol College is one of the Further Education colleges taking part in the scheme. To be eligible, the person must be aged 18-24, a Job Seeker’s Allowance claimant for 13-26 weeks and be ready to start work within 26 weeks of joining the programme. Brenda Massey, Bristol City Council’s assistant mayor for education and skills, said: “This is a fine example of what Bristol and other local authorities and agencies are doing to help reduce unemployment among our young people. “HYPE West will help hundreds of people in and around the region develop the skills and experience needed for the world of work. The programme will also benefit businesses as they open their doors, giving young people the opportunity to develop and channel their skills, and ultimately, reach their full potential.” The programme runs until December 31 2015. For more information or to get involved in the programme, contact Lucy Perrott on 0117 922 2259 or email lucy.perrott@bristol.gov.uk or visit: www. hypewest.co.uk

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Chippie aims for one batter than last year! BISHOPSTON Fish Bar has once again made it into the top 20 fish and chip shops in the UK, claiming the top spot across Wiltshire, Dorset and Avon. The store is now going head-to-head with another chippy who won the Devon, Cornwall and Somerset region - to win the Independent Fish and Chip Shop of the Year Award for the south and west of England. Owner Nick Lomvardos’ shop was pipped at the post last year, after losing out to a takeaway in Devon. The popular fish and chip store, opposite the Nevil Road junction on Gloucester Road, has been voted in the top 20 for two years running. The competition, organised by Seafish, is part of the prestigious annual National Fish and Chip Awards, which rewards outstanding businesses across the UK. The UK’s top 20 was announced on September 9. To determine whether the Bishopston Fish Bar wins the south and west of England region, the takeaway was mystery shopped by an adjudicator from Seafish, who carried out an intensive four hour inspection of the shop. Nick said: “We’ve made a lot of changes since last year’s inspection, so fingers crossed it will pay off.” The inspector judged the appearance of the store, staff’s interaction with customers and whether food was freshly produced and cooked.

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Chance to meet talented artists LOCAL artists and galleries will be opening their doors this month, to showcase unique pieces of work as part of the West Bristol Arts Trail. The event, which will be taking place over the weekend of October 11-12, is to exhibit over 100 artists’ work across Redland, Clifton, Cliftonwood and Hotwells. Redland resident and Lord Mayor of Bristol, councillor Alistair Watson, will formally open the event at a public preview evening at the Bristol School of Art, Clifton, on October 10, from 5.30-7pm. Room 212 is one of the local galleries which will be exhibiting artists’ work during the trail. Sarah Thorp, owner of Room 212 on Gloucester Road Central, said: “The trail is a fantastic way to meet artists, printmakers, photographers, potters, textile artists and jewellers - and have a nose around the beautiful places where they work and live. “Meeting artists direct offers

the chance to chat about creative methods and the story behind the art. Its also an opportunity to buy unique art at affordable prices.” The gallery will be featuring work from some of the West Bristol Artists from the beginning of October.

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the same time I cannot wait until it’s over. We’ve had such a brilliant summer – the best in around 30 years some people are saying. The slightly colder August brought mildew to a few vineyards at the last minute but our grapes remain, as yet, untouched. The badgers and foxes have been eating the odd low-hanging bunch but nothing to write home about. I just hope all of this remains until the grapes are safely in – I almost dare not tempt

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Bridal Feature Lifting the veil on unique collection LOCATED above the Tenovus charity shop on Gloucester Road lies a treasure trove of bridal dresses, awaiting to be discovered. Visitors to the store’s bridal department will uncover a spacious area with rails of wedding attire and a large private fitting room for brides-to-be to try on their pre-loved gowns. Comfortable seating also allows for friends and family to relax. Located at 181 Gloucester Road, the store stocks bridal gowns, accessories, bridesmaid dresses, groom suits, mother of the bride outfits, and prom dresses. Out of the 66 shops across Wales and the South West of England, the Gloucester Road store is the only shop to have a bridal department. All of the dresses - brand-new and second-hand - donated to shops across the two regions are sent directly to the Gloucester Road store. Dresses range from £25 to £300. Original 1950s dresses, and designer gowns are also available to purchase. As well as selling wedding attire, the shop also welcomes donated bridal outfits to sell in its department. Giving a dress will help raise vital funds for cancer research and support for patients and family members. The store is open Monday to Saturday, 9am-5pm. No appointment is needed, but customers are able to call to arrange a special visit. Established in 1943, Tenovus has a long history of carrying out research into the causes and treatment of cancer, and runs a freephone cancer support line (0808 808 1010) for anyone affected by cancer.

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system that can straighten your teeth with clear fixed braces in a time frame that literally could be from your check-up to your next six monthly visit. The goal is to give you an attractive smile in a reasonable amount of time and offers patients an alternative to other restorative options. Ask your dentist at your next check-up as to what options there may be, to enable you

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Emergence exhibition EIGHT artists - each one specialising in a different process and medium - have joined together to create an exhibition offering the viewer an engaging, diverse, multi-sensory experience. From sculpture to stitch, paint to print, there will be a stimulating combination of both two- and three-dimensional pieces. Emergence will be available to view at Paper Planes on Gloucester Road throughout October, running from Saturday September 27 to Thursday October 30, with a private viewing on September 26, 5.30-8pm.

Flour and Ash prove pizza and ice cream has Bristolian flavour TAKING a “Bristolian” approach on the quintessential pizza is upcoming restaurant, Flour and Ash. Coined by ex-Harvey Nichols’ chef, Steve Gale, the pizza and ice cream parlour will be a part of the growing number of contemporary bars and restaurants where Cheltenham Road and Gloucester Road meet. Flour and Ash is set to opens its doors in late October. Having worked in many interesting pubs, restaurants and bakeries across Bristol, the duo’s plan is to apply what they have learned to the humble pizza. Steve said: “We’ll be keeping it simple, relying on the quality of our seasonal ingredients. We have even invested in a huge custom built wood-fired oven, manufactured in Gloucestershire.” From rare fillet steak carpaccio and fresh thyme salmoriglio, to wood-roast garlic ceps and Beenleigh blue cheese, original pizza topping combinations are aplenty. More classic options include fennel sausage and caramelised onions, and ‘Best of the West Four Counties’ cheese pizza. Steve added: “We will specialise in 100% sourdough pizza left to prove for up to 72 hours with naturally occurring yeasts, creating a light crispy base where the crust is as much the star of the show, as well as the toppings.” Supporting the pizza menu will be creative seasonal salads, woodbaked breads, charcuterie, West Country cheeses and some “pretty serious” home-made ice-cream and sorbet. Wines, beers and spirits will also be chosen and supplied by Darren from Grape & Grind on Gloucester Road. Keep up-to-date with the restaurants progress at www. flourandash.co.uk. Like on Facebook (Flour & Ash) and follow on Twitter (@flourandash).

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n The Golden Leaf Walk along the Bristol to Bath Railway Path is a great way to do something amazing for Bristol’s hospitals. With distances to suit all ages, sign up for The Golden Leaf Walk with friends, family or work buddies. Shuttle buses will be around on the day to take you back where you started. The route is suitable for wheelchairs, pushchairs and don’t forget the dog - we have special doggy sponsorship forms. All the money from this event will go towards Above & Beyond £6m Golden Gift Appeal. Full details on our website: www.aboveandbeyond. org.uk/golden-leaf-

8 October

n Air Quality in Bristol - Time to Stop Breathing? Steve Crawshaw and Dr Angela Raffle will be speaking at the Friends Meeting House, 126 Hampton Road, BS6 6JE at 7.30pm. Steve Crawshaw has worked on air quality in Bristol since 1998 and Dr Angela Raffle is a consultant in public health. Angela is involved in Sustainable Redland and Transition Bristol. She will talk about the health and policy implications of the current air quality levels in the city and offer some views about what is to be done. Non-members £5 and members £2 (voluntary). Booking not required.

10 October

n Bishop Road Big Screen Community Cinema at Silverthorne Hall, Bishop Road Primary School. Doors open at 7.30pm, film starts at 8pm. To celebrate one of Bishop Road Primary School’s most famous pupils, and to tie in with the “Cary Grant Comes Home for the Weekend” festival at the Hippodrome on Oct 11th-12th, the Bishop Road Big Screen Community Cinema will showing “Charade” - a wonderful romantic comedy/thriller starring the man himself and Audrey Heburn. FREE ENTRY. Cash bar available. Over 18s only please. Raising money for the Bishop Road PTFA.

13 October

n As part of the 2014 Bristol Festival of Song Bristol Bach Choir is holding an open rehearsal in the run-up to their

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Blazing Baroque concert in Clifton Cathedral on Saturday 18 October. Come and sing (or just listen) from 7.30-9.30pm, URC Church, Westbury Park.

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n Bristol Woodland Philatelic Society meets at 7.30pm at the Civil Service Clubhouse, Filton Avenue near Muller Road. New members, beginners old and new, welcome. An educational, friendly club, and makes for a great hobby. Subscription only £5 per year after first year. For more information, tel: 0117 951 509.

15 October

n Don’t stay at home all the time - join your Bristol U3A local social group at 10.15am at Browns restaurant at the top of Park Street. We’re a group of lively and interesting people, who run all sorts of groups for ourselves, from arts to computers to socials. If you are no longer in full time work and want to make new friends with similar interests, why not come and see what we can offer? For more information, visit: www.bristolu3a.org.uk or phone Jenny on: 0117 9043697.

17 October

n The New Harmony Ladies’ Choir Bristol 20th anniversary concert at St Teresa of the Child Jesus Church, Gloucester Road North, Filton, 7:30pm. The choir will be performing a very special programme and singing a variety of songs. They are delighted in having as Master of Ceremonies, Mrs Susan Marshfield, together with the Lord Mayor of Bristol and the Chairman of South Gloucestershire Council in the audience. Soloists are “The Four” - four very accomplished young lady singers who started their singing together at Redland High School. The Choir is conducted by David Whitehead, and accompanied by John Lowe. Tickets are £8 and can be purchased from a member of the choir, on the door or from 0117 9571785.

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n Britain’s Best Breakfast - wake up to caring! To encourage people to wake up to the issue of caring, Carers Support Centre is looking for people to host a breakfast between 17-19 October. So, if you want to have some fun, eat breakfast and raise a (piece of) toast to carers, please get in touch. For an information pack full of ideas, recipes and resources: www.carerssupportcentre. org.uk, email: breakfast@ carerssupportcentre.org.uk or tel: 0117 939 2562

18 October

n Bryony and Bryony’s Children and Baby’s Nearly New Sale at Horfield Parish Church Hall, Wellington Hill, BS7 8ST, 10-11.30am. 25 Tables selling good quality children and baby clothes, toys, books, equipment

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and maternity wear – come and grab a bargain! £1 entry to adults, children free. Donations go to Bristol charity, Deki (www.deki.org.uk). For more information or to book a table email bryonyandbryony@yahoo. co.uk, or call Bryony Williams (07800 551 213) or Bryony Spooner (07971 861 707).

18 October

n Blazing Baroque at Clifton Cathedral, 7.30pm. Bristol Bach Choir and the period orchestra, Canzona present Blazing Baroque. Christopher Finch will conduct three of the 18th century’s most majestic and elegant works in a programme that will introduce Bristol to Vivaldi’s recently discovered vibrant setting of Dixit Dominus. As well as Handel’s ever popular Zadok the Priest and JS Bach’s stunning setting of the Magnificat, the audience will be set for an extra treat, in a performance of Bach’s much loved Concerto for Two Violins, performed by Canzona’s leader, Theresa Caudle and Oliver Webber. Tickets from £10 with students and under 18s, £5 from bristolbach.org.uk.

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n Come and help FOHC volunteers clear scrub in Wellington Hill Playing Field, 10am, so that Tree Bristol are able to plant new ‘whips’ to increase the density of hedging for the benefit of local wildlife! No experience needed - just sturdy shoes & gloves. ALL WELCOME!

27 October

n Avon Organic Group’s 30th anniversary harvest supper and social at YHA conference room, 14 Narrow Quay, BS1 4QA, 7.30 pm. Bring organic food & drink to share (homemade & homegrown if possible!) Brief talk by Jon Lucas one of AOG’s first members. Collect your seed catalogue & order form for our discounted group seed order. £3 Visitors, £1 AOG members. Tea and coffees etc. included. Email: secretaryaog@gmail.com. www.groworganicbristol.org

27 October

n Bristol Woodland Philatelic Society meets at 7.30pm at the Civil Service Clubhouse, Filton Avenue near Muller Road. New members, beginners old and new, welcome. An educational,

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friendly club, and makes for a great hobby. Subscription only £5 per year after first year. For more information, tel: 0117 951 509.

28 October

n Following the success of Golden Adventure days, the Golden Hill Community Garden is inviting 6-12 years back into the garden for spooky fun times, 10am-4pm. There will be games, dens, pizzas, marshmallows, face paint and all sorts of outdoor fun. Cost: £25 (Booking essential).

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n NCT Relax and Stretch with Baby (term time). 10:30-11:45am Horfield Quaker Meeting, BS7, £7.50 per session. Mothers and babies (from 6 weeks old) are welcome to join me in practising toning, breathing and strengthening exercises for new mothers with a gentle focus on your energy and your core muscles. Enjoy learning songs, rhymes, developmental yoga and nourishing touch for your baby. The class is friendly and relaxed, no need to have a placid baby! Email mitch@birthology.co.uk or visit www.birthology.co.uk for more information, concession details or to book. n Toddler group at Ardagh Pavilion, Kellaway Avenue, Horfield Common. Ages 0-3, cost £2.50 per family - includes refreshments and biscuits. All welcome. Friendly vibrant group just drop in. Contact Kay on 01179426580 for further details. n FitSteps, Ashley Down Primary School, Olveston Road, 7-8pm. FitSteps® the new craze in dance fitness classes from ‘Strictly Come Dancing’s’ very own Natalie Lowe, Ian Waite and Mark Foster. This really is the most fun, graceful way to get in shape. n Kick Start Fat Loss Club, Ashley Down Primary School, Olveston Road, 8-9pm. Kick Start Fat Loss is a revolutionary new diet and exercise club currently running in Bristol. There is no calorie counting, daily points, fad foods or complicated workouts. *Weekly weigh in, measure and body stat recording. *15 minute educational and motivational talk to discuss meal and recipe ideas, plus mindset & confidence coaching. *28 Day Detox Diet. *30 minute fat burning workout. *Online workouts, meal planners and recipes. n Morris for fitness and fun, 7.15pm – 8.15pm at Horfield URC, Muller Road, Horfield, BS7 9RE during term time only, no performance element, small groups. Sticks and hankies provided. Tel/text: 07813

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n After school French club. 4.10pm - 4.50pm. £4 per lesson. 300 Gloucester Road, Quaker Friends Meeting House. Playful practical classes for primary school children, to inspire interest, enthusiasm, and compliment school learning. Like French Club Bristol on Facebook, or email alice_m_ watson@msn.com. n KudaCan, 7 Dongola Avenue, Bishopston, BS7 9HG. Join the Bishopston Mum for an NCT Cafe on the fourth Tuesday of every month, 10.15 - 11.30. You can drop in any time during this slot. n Ashley’s Rise Junior Morris - performing Morris side for boys and girls aged 8-16yrs. We practice at Horfield URC, Muller Road, Horfield, BS7 9RE on Tuesdays 6.15-7.15pm during term time. We take part in local and national Morris and community events. We have a waiting list for 6/7yr olds who are invited to our open events so that they can get to know us before they join. New juniors (Bristol) get the first week free. Tel/text: 07813 346819 / 0117 940-1566. www.thegreatcaper.co.uk n Morris for fitness and fun, 7.30pm – 8.30pm at Horfield URC, Muller Road, Horfield, BS7 9RE during term time only. www. thegreatcaper.co.uk n Scottish Country Dancing Get fit and have fun with Westbury Scottish Club. Classes for beginners at Leonard Hall, Trinity-Henleaze URC, Waterford Road, Henleaze, (Tel: Tina 0117 9075462). Classes for more advanced dancers at St Peter’s Church Hall, Henleaze, (Tel: Cheryl 0117 9590970). 7.30pm to 9.30pm wscbristol.com for details. n Bristol Ladies Hockey Club. A friendly club based at Orchard School, Filton Road. Training on Tuesday 7.30 – 9pm, play on Saturdays. All ages welcome. If you would like to join us contact Michelle on 07980 598761 or: michesaunders@hotmail.com. n MOVE INTO FITNESS. Suitable exercise for the more mature ladies ran by a qualified teacher. Held at Horfield Baptist Church, 10.15am - 11.15am. Tel: 01454 614886. n Scottish Country Dancing classes for beginners at Leonard Hall URC, Waterford Road, Henleaze, (Tel: Maggie 01934 838175), classes for more advanced dancers at St Peters church Hall, Henleaze, ( Tel: Cheryl 0117 9590970 ) Tuesdays 7.30 - 9.30 see www.wscbristol. com for details.

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n NCT Yoga for Pregnancy. 7:45-9:15 pm, KudaCan, BS7. £9 per session. A warm and friendly class for all pregnant women

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from 14 weeks. No experience of yoga is needed - during the class we practice moves that will relax you, help you to bond with your baby, strengthen your changing body and prepare you for birth (any kind of birth!) and motherhood. I have been working with pregnant women, their partners and their babies in Bristol as a birth and parenting educator for ten years, and you will be welcome to ask any questions that you may have. Email me mitch@birthology.co.uk or visit www.birthology.co.uk for more information, concession details or to book. n Knit & Stitch Club 9.30 – 11.30am at Heart Space Studios textile workshop, 4 Harcourt Rd (just off Coldharbour Rd) Tel: 0117 9232391. A friendly group offering a chance to swap creative ideas and inspiration. The cost is £35 per term including tea and coffee. n The Golden Hill Community Garden. 10.00am – 4.00pm. Come and get involved in your local community garden! No experience necessary and kids welcome. Learn about growing and relax in our beautiful space with a cup of tea. No need to come every week or stay all day. Our site is wheelchair accessible including our toilet. For more information contact Lucy ghcgarden@gmail.com or 07506 905 394. We’re just through the gates at the end of Monk Rd BS7 8NE www. thegoldenhillcommunitygarden. com n Bristol Voices Community Choir are welcoming new members, £5 a week (£3 concs) payable at the start of each term. We meet during the school term from 7.30pm to 9.30pm in St Werburgh’s Primary School, James St, BS2 9US. The school is fully accessible and has free parking. No experience is necessary and there are no auditions. You don’t have to read music either as all the songs are taught by ear. Our repertoire includes pop, folk, gospel, jazz, show tunes and world music. Find out more about the choir, at www.bristolvoices.org n New Harmony Ladies Choir Bristol. An established choir of 19 years and are looking for ladies to come and join us. We have a very varied repertoire, something for everyone. We rehearse 7.30pm to 9.30pm at Horfield URC Church Hall, everyone welcome. For more information contact Margaret on 01179 698619 or Joan on 01275 791566. n Lazy Dog Film Club. A free, small, but perfectly formed community film club based at the Lazy Dog pub on Ashley Down Road. We run the club every other week (Wednesday) in the upstairs of the Pub on Ashley Hill. We screen from Oct - April every year. All

showings start at 8pm but we do advise people to book free places via LazyDogFilmClub@ gmail.com, as we only have 35 seats per showing. For more information on the upcoming films, visit: www.facebook.com/ LazyDogFilmClub n Horfield Townswomen’s Guild. This friendly Townswomen’s Guild meets on the second Wednesday of each month at St Gregory the Great Church Hall, Filton Road, Horfield, Bristol BS7 0PD at 2.30pm. Why not come along and meet us? Just turn up, or ring Edna on 949 5413, and she will look out for you. n St Bon’s playgroup. Fun, friendly drop-in group for babies and toddlers, up to school age. An informal playgroup in a lovely big space with great selection of toys. Just turn up and have fun! We run on term time Wednesdays 1.30 to 3.00 pm upstairs in the church hall, BS7 8HR. Free car park (off Berkeley Road) next to St Bon’s church. £1.00 per adult and child, 20p for every extra child. Inc. refreshments. All welcome! Contact us at: stbonsplaygroup@ hotmail.co.uk) n Squirrel Camp Forest School, Badock’s Wood, 9.45 -11.15 (during term time). New afternoon group starting in autumn, 1-2.30, £6 per family. Contact: jennysanderson@ blueyonder.co.uk. n Calling all dads! Not sure what to do with your kids over the summer holidays? Join us for six FREE workshops for you and your kids! Activities include gardening, IT cookery and much more. Spend time with your kids, and get to know some other local dads too. Call Rachel on 0117 909 1749 or email info@ connectlockleaze.com to book your places! 1-4pm, every Wednesday (from 23rd July) at The Wordsworth Centre. n New reading group, with a difference. From October 1, a new kind of Reading Group is starting at Cheltenham Road library (moving to new Bishopston library when completed), from 3pm. The group will meet every week to discuss short fiction, poems, essays, memoirs, etc, and learn to look at these with a more critical eye than usual. Led by practising writer, Anita Mason author of The Illusionist, Angel, The Right Hand of the Sun and other novels. For the over-60s. No reading to do between meetings. First session is a dropin. People who are interested, email: amreadinggroup@gmail. com, or tell the librarian at Cheltenham Road or the central library that they are interested. Royal Literary Fund funded. Supported by Bristol Libraries.

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Choir. We are a mixed community choir, meeting at Bishop Road School at 7.45 to 9pm. Everyone welcome to join, regardless of singing experience. There is no audition and the choir is open to anyone, not just parents of children at the school. We sing a variety of songs and perform locally. Looking forward to welcoming some new faces! n Bristol Ladies Choir sings a wide range of music from classical to light. The choir rehearses weekly and gives two main concerts each year. The choir also participates in approximately 9 to 10 other concerts in the Bristol area each year. Meet at 2.15pm - 3.45pm at Church of the Good Shepherd, Bishop Road, Bishopston, BS7 8NA. New members welcome. For more information contact Hazel on 0117 9246587 or visit www.bristolladieschoir.org.uk n The Stepford Singers. Come and try Bishopston’s all-female community choir. No need to read music and no auditions! We meet 1pm - 3pm so you can still be in time to pick up kids from school. For more info, email fran@naturalvoice.net n Knit & Stitch Club 7.30 – 9.30pm at Heart Space Studios textile workshop, 4 Harcourt Rd (just off Coldharbour Rd) Tel: 0117 9232391. A friendly group offering a chance to swap creative ideas and inspiration. The cost is £35 per term including tea and coffee. n Avon Harmony Ladies Acappella Chorus meets for rehearsals every Thursday 7.30 - 10pm at Fairfield High School, Allfoxton Road BS7 9 NL. Visitors are always made welcome, and we are actively recruiting new members. There is no need to be able to read music; we provide teaching tracks for learning by ear. See out website for more details or contact Mandy on 0117 652693 or Barbara on 07717 424421 or email enquiries@ avonharmony.co.uk. www. avonharmony.co.uk

Saturdays n Gloucester Road Market runs every Saturday from 10am-5pm on Pigsty Hill. Stalls include Herbert’s Bakery, The Spotless Leopard, Lee’s Teaks and Sam’s Jams. n Whiteladies Farmers and Fair Trading Market organised by Sustainable Redland and runs first and 3rd Saturday each month from 8.30 - 2.00 It takes place at the junction of Whiteladies/Apsley/Burlington Roads. Stalls covering bread, cheese, local lamb and chicken, fish, preserves, cakes, sushi, local fruit and veg, wild food larder, and recycled tools, wooden items and much more.

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Bishopston. Emma says that both children and adults find the process therapeutic, and that wool is such a fabulous, tactile and recyclable material to work with. Needle felting is fun and easy to learn. It is a technique that can be used to create two-dimensional embellishments and simple threedimensional sculptural objects. It involves pushing sharp, barbed needles repeatedly into and out of fleece, until the fibres start to bond together. The finished product can be soft or firm depending on your preference. The more you work the fibres, the denser the felting becomes. Un-spun fleece lends itself as the perfect medium for sculpting subjects such as animals and people, however if you fancy needle felting an aeroplane this can be just as successful! Emma’s work has always focused on process. She enjoys transforming materials, almost as a kind of lengthy endurance test, to create something meticulously rendered. Needle felting has proved the perfect three-dimensional outlet for Emma’s process based passion. She sells her needle felting kits and creations in Room 212, Playfull Toyshop and 7th Sea. Currently she is busy felting angels and kings as part of Room 212’s Kings and Wings Christmas theme.

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BLURB: “Dark, powerfully disturbing and beautifully observed” is how William Boyd described this story of Jake Whyte. She’s the sole resident of an old farmhouse on an unnamed British island, a place of ceaseless rains and battering winds. It’s just her, her untamed mutt, Dog, and a flock of sheep. Which is

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how she wants it to be. But something is coming for the sheep: every few nights it picks one off, leaves it in rags; it could be anything. There are foxes in the woods, a strange boy and a strange man, rumours of an obscure, formidable beast. And there is Jake’s unknown past, perhaps breaking into the present, a story hidden thousands of miles away and years ago, in a landscape of different colour and sound, a story held in the scars that stripe her back.

routine reconnaissance mission at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships. But before long, he finds himself caught up in a terrifying chain of events that leads from the Chinese Triad gangs in London to an undercover assignment in Cuba. Alex begins to make chilling links between suspicious deaths, an illegal nuclear weapons deal, and the plans of his host, Russian General Sarov, for the future of the world...

READING GROUP REVIEW: Mixed responses from Reading Group members this month: “The story of a struggle for survival, both in material and psychological terms, in Australia (including sheep shearing), and on an island off the coast of Britain.” “Enjoyed the quality of language, sense of place, clever structure, future going forwards, past revealed by going backwards.” “A challenging yet rewarding read. Very visual, vivid.” “Trauma-induced paranoia.”

CHARLOTTE’S REVIEW: A boy called Alex Rider gets offered a job at Wimbledon as a ball-boy. Whilst he’s there a triad member drugs all the tennis players apart from a tennis player that he has put a bet on. Luckily Alex stops him. Towards the end Alex gets captured and his life is in danger. I like this because it is exciting and tense. I would recommend this book to adventure readers of the age of 10 and over.

Children’s Fiction Read and enjoyed by Charlotte Parrott (9 years old) Skeleton Key (Alex Rider Mission 3) by Anthony Horowitz BLURB: Teenage superspy Alex Rider is enlisted by the national security services again - this time for a

For these books and many, many more great titles, come along to Cheltenham Road Library and let us point you in the right direction. If we don’t have exactly what you’re looking for, you can reserve any item from over 2 million items across LibrariesWest, and collect from a library of your choice for only £1 per item (free for young people aged 17 and under).

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Meat the experts: Get along to Molesworths butchers

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Molesworths of Henleaze was established in 2009. Peter Molesworth has a background in food and farming. Since graduating from Newcastle University in Agriculture and after a short spell in the Army, Peter has run a large scale organic farm, a crop processing business and has been an arable agronomist. Peter has lived in Redland for 23 years and snapped up the Henleaze business when the owner retired. Pies, sausages, faggots and black pudding are made at the sister business. The key principles of the business are great service and advice, quality local free range meat and good hygiene. Service is provided by an experienced team led by manger Graham Symes who has worked with Peter in the past. Graham has been in North Bristol for many years and brings a wealth of experience from a range of high class establishments in London where he served his formal Smithfield apprenticeship. The shop specialises in Gower salt marsh lamb, sourced directly and more recently Welsh salt marsh aged beef and free range pork and poultry. Turkeys and geese are from Bradford upon Avon. Peter is a keen shot and there is a strong emphasis on game, including wild boar from the Forest of Dean, and venison. Gluten free products are also a speciality. Peter feels privileged to work so close to home and has been supported by his family

in running the business. Having worked and commuted around the country for many years, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a joy to be able to cycle to work (although not on the butchers bike displayed outside the shop!). Of course over the years the team have honed their cooking skills and are only too pleased to pass on their advice for making the most out of great meat!

What makes your service different from other companies? The team is passionate about great tasting and different meat products. Future plans include training a new apprentice, finding additional outlets Nigel Slater in the shop with Graham and peter for and home delivery. new bbc series

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However on many occasions the burglar doesn’t need to force entry. They can simply go in through an open or unlocked door or window. It’s a good time of year to review your homes level of security. Electric timer switches are a good way to make it look like you’re in when you’re out by turning on a light. Simply making sure all your existing locks are in good order and you are using them can make all the difference.

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is a particularly distressing crime. We carry out ‘target hardening’ at peoples properties, where we check a home’s overall level of security and in some cases provide funding to add window locks and sensor alarms etc.

Devastation in more ways than one he minute I got home I realised that my home had been broken into. The rear extension door had been smashed and another door forced. I was confused at first. Everything looked the same downstairs. My son’s laptop was still in his bedroom. And my daughter’s bedroom always looks as if it’s been ransacked anyway. “I reached the main bedroom and it was chaos. The drawers had been pulled out and emptied. Jewellery was missing and other precious items had gone. Luckily my son had gone out. I hate to think what would have happened if he had been in the house. He could have had his earphones on, not heard the break-in and come face to face with the burglar.” This is an account from a burglary victim who also said that the emotional damage following a break in is much worse than any material losses. It is the time of year when we often see a rise in burglaries, longer nights, more students with laptops and gadgets living in the area and Christmas purchases are some of the reasons. As a beat team we are always looking at ways to reduce burglaries and to prevent what

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There have been some great crime reductions over the last 12 months, hopefully the seasonal spike in burglaries will not occur this year and we will not have to hear stories like the one above.

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Take pleasure in the garden and upright, so hopefully it will cut better when it is dry. I read a quotation some while ago by an eminent person who said that only the English grow grass so that they can cut it! Hmmmm. I was sitting in our summer house one fine day, mid-month, sheltering from a blustery wind and noticed the foliage in the trees moving in the breeze. In my central vision was an elegant, slim plum tree in my neighbour’s garden showing long branches above the fence. These branches waved and moved as the breeze varied, sometimes bent to the left, then curled over as though bowing their heads. They would then raise up and curl to the other side. A tall 6ft pheasant berry plant waggled its stems as if in irritation. The tall white daises, the crocosmia and red roses waved in synchronisation as if

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