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Henleaze is the backdrop for new movie Page 4 Councillors elected
The 62nd and 183rd Guides at the Westbury-on-Trym May Fair raising funds for a trip to visit ‘Our Chalet’ at the World Guiding Centre in Switzerland. Story, Page 6
Holy Trinity church rejoices as Lottery Grant is confirmed The National Lottery has confirmed a grant of nearly £117,000 which will enable vital improvements and conservation work to the
medieval church, Holy Trinity, sited in the centre of Westbury-on-Trym village. Full story, Pages 2 and 3
Westbury-on-Trym and Henleaze ward elected three councillors to the newly combined ward, following the elections on May 5: Conservatives Geoff Gollop and Liz Radford, and Liberal Democrat, Clare CampionSmith. Liz is a new councillor while Geoff and Clare have both served previously as councillors in this area. Alastair Watson was narrowly pipped at the post, and because there are now three council seats instead of the previous four, will no longer represent the area as a councillor. Local residents should be congratulated for the high turnout. Over 60% of people living in the area voted which was the highest percentage for any ward in Bristol. Bristol's new Mayor is Labour's Marvin Rees, who defeated previous Mayor George Ferguson. l Pages 31-33 and Page 38
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News National Lottery grant approved for church conservation project Westbury-on-Trym’s historic church, Holy Trinity, has received a confirmed grant of £116,900 from the Heritage Lottery Fund towards the conservation work on the East End of the church and its
Heritage project. The project will conserve and repair the stonework and windows at the East End of the church, much of which is medieval in origin, provide level access at the West End and develop a range of
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documents and activities to interpret the heritage of this ancient building. Commenting on the award, the vicar, Father Andre Hart, said: “We’re delighted that the Heritage Lottery Fund has given us this support. The Church has been a focal point for the community of Westbury-onTrym for 1,300 years, and the grant will help us to ensure that it is fit to embark on the next 1,300.” Work will begin in June 2016 and finish in time for the celebration in 2017 of the 1,300th anniversary of the church’s foundation. In addition to essential conservation of the stonework and windows at the east end of the church, the project includes the levelling of the access outside the main west door. This will complement separately funded
works to provide an internal lift, which will provide much easier access to the building. The cost for the entire project is around £210,000. The balance will be matched from the church’s own fund raising over the last few years plus some generous donations, both in money and of time, given to the project by the East West Steering Group. Kate Hoare was one of the people responsible for putting the Lottery Bid together. She explained: “We were turned down when we applied to the Heritage Lottery in 2013. We knew that they were very keen that we also had an education programme and a plan to engage the wider community in the promotion of our heritage.” One of the plans is for a new guide and digital information explaining the church’s ancient
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and we look forward to seeing the difference this grant will make at Holy Trinity.” A church was first recorded on this site in 717 AD. John Wycliffe, who made the first translation of the bible into common language, was listed as a canon in 1362. John Carpenter styled himself ‘Bishop of Worcester and Westbury’ in 1444, transformed the Church and is responsible
Father Andre Hart, Kate Hoare and Margaret Scott from the East End West End project steering group heritage, plus a number of activities and projects to involve the whole community. Nerys Watts, head of Heritage Lottery Fund South West, said: “Places of Worship like Holy Trinity Church are much
loved historic buildings that encapsulate the history of a local area. "National Lottery players’ money provides much needed investment to help protect these priceless places for the future,
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for much of the building we see today. Holy Trinity Church, together with the nearby College of Deans, was home to a collegiate community under the Bishop of Worcester until 1544. The village of Westburyon-Trym grew up around the Church, which remains the most significant historic building within the conservation area and continues to serve as a very active parish church.
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News HENLEAZE High Street and the Ardagh Bowling club on Horfield Common are some of the settings at the heart of new comedy heist movie, Golden Years. Fate, the financial crisis and a stubborn refusal to accept the injustices of old age have forced law abiding, retired couple Arthur and Martha Goode (played by Bernard Hill and Virginia McKenna) into a life of crime. Refusing to take the loss of their pensions lying down, the characters decide to take back what’s rightfully theirs. Their plan is simple: hit a series of banks and steal back their pensions along with those of their similarly stricken friends. After all, they have the perfect disguise as no one would expect an elderly couple towing a caravan behind their sensible Rover of being a modern day Bonnie and Clyde. John Miller, the film’s cowriter and director, explained: “The idea came out of a short story that I made about 10 years ago. I was thinking about whowas the most unlikely person to rob a bank, taking a genre like a heist movie and really turning it on its head. Nick Knowles (DIY SOS) was interested so we got together and wrote the story over a couple of weeks. “We wanted a script with a heart but also with comedy in it because a lot of life is funny. What was really important for me was that the characters felt real, like the people who live in my road, who would never think about robbing a bank but that’s why they get away with it. They are very ordinary folk who do this extraordinary thing because they are forced into a corner.” John knows Bristol well, having lived in the city for 25 years and currently in Henleaze.
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He said: “I think it’s just a great place to live but also for a director you have beautiful woodland, parks, cityscapes and urban landscapes. That’s why when I got the chance to do the film I wanted to do it in Bristol. It was a bit of a joke on set that every location was within 10 minutes of my house.” Filming was so local that the first set up was at the Golden Hill Tesco car park with everybody getting their shopping, looking at all the film wagons, wondering what was going on. Members of the Ardagh Bowling Club took part as extras in scenes and even have their own mention in the credits. John added: “When I was doing a lot of the writing and researching I was sitting in Henleaze High Street thinking, “Where would I set this?” I realised that the cast were almost around me, chatting. Gentle, unassuming people, of a certain
age, who don’t expect much but have probably put a lot in throughout their lives.” “When I went to the Ardagh Bowls Club I realised all the characters were there too. The bowls club was having similar issues to the one in the film because it sits on a very valuable piece of land. For a lot of people who go there, that’s their main bit of social interaction, and something that’s worth saving.” The film has attracted an impressive cast. As well as the leads, Bernard Hill and Virginia McKenna, the list of actors includes Sue Johnston (Royle Family), Alun Armstrong (Braveheart, New Tricks), Simon Callow (Four Weddings and a Funeral), Brad Moore (The Rise), Una Stubbs (Sherlock), Phil Davis (Vera Drake), Ellen Thomas (Teachers) and Mark Williams (Harry Potter, Father Brown). One of the joys of filming
John Miller with well known actors is that sometimes the unexpected stops filming. John recalled: “We had a very funny moment with Bernard Hill when we were filming in Corn Street for one of the bank sequences at the beginning of the film. There was a tense moment as he was about to do his first bank robbery and then I heard the Lord of the Rings music. There were these two lads nearby who’d seen him and put it on.” Film production in Bristol has increased in recent years since the opening of the Bottle Yard Studios. John was keen to use local crews as it keeps the money within the city. He explained: “Bristol’s often been used in productions to double for other places but I wanted to put it on the map and to use the proper names of where we were filming, such as Henleaze and the Ardagh Bowling Club. I’d like to see more of Bristol represented as Bristol in future productions.” Golden Years is on general release throughout the UK.
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Labour Mayor Marvin calls up Clare and Fi to join his cabinet BRISTOL’S new 10-strong cross party Cabinet has been announced by Mayor Marvin Rees and includes Westbury-onTrym Cllr Clare Campion-Smith and Redland Cllr Fi Hance. Liberal Democrat party councillor and outgoing Lord Mayor of Bristol, Clare has been appointed Cabinet Member for People and Green party councillor. Fi Hance, has been appointed Cabinet Member for City Health and Wellbeing. Clare said: “I am very excited to be joining this cross party cabinet and working with the new Mayor. It’s a large role and the challenges will be great but it is very important to get these services right for Henleaze and Westbury residents and the rest of the city.” Redland councillor Fi added: “I’m really delighted to be part of the new cabinet. Health and well-being is an incredibly wideranging area which affects all of us so I'm looking forward to doing everything I can to bring
wellbeing considerations into every aspect of council activity.” Mr Rees said: “This is a strong Cabinet who will be empowered to get on with the job and deliver the goods for the people of Bristol. “Together we will form a
strong team which gets things done for this city. Our priority will be tackling inequality in all its forms, particularly in how we deliver new homes, address Bristol’s poverty gap and ensure that the city’s success can benefit everybody.”
All of the Cabinet Members were due to take up their posts following formal ratification at the council’s Annual General Meeting on May 31. The first formal Cabinet meeting is on June 7. My year as Lord Mayor: P21
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THE Westbury-on-Trym annual May Fair, held on May 7, was an event for all the community, raising more than £2,100 in total. Several local charities and communities took part including the 62nd and the 183rd Guides, and kept busy selling sweets and teddies to raise money for a trip to visit the World Guiding Centre in Switzerland. The fair was on four sites this year including the Methodist Church, Village Hall, the GP Surgery Car Park and Holy Trinity Church. Po, the Kung Fu Panda, was guest of honour as well as local MP Charlotte Leslie. Po toured around the four sites, posed for many photos and joined in with a Zumba session! Many local charities and
community groups had stalls and entertainment was provided by Holy Trinity Church Choir, Westbury-on-TrymCE Academy recorder groups and some community maypole dancing. Many teddies were parachuted down the church tower, and several people were put in the stocks and soaked with wet sponges. Delicious food was available at all sites from barbecue burgers to homemade cakes and plenty of plants were on sale to brighten up summer gardens. Money raised from the Tombola, £180, and the Raffle, £885, will go towards the Church’s East West fund. Christian Aid raised £180 and the craft stalls £68, which will be sent to YCare, international missions overseas.
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THE Lord Mayor of Bristol has been hitching lifts around the city – as part of an initiative to cut carbon emissions and help save the Rainforest. Henleaze and Westbury Cllr Clare Campion- Smith has shown her support for Green Thumb Travel, a venture set up to help improve Bristol’s transport system and raise money for charities protecting the Rainforest. The carsharing system has been designed to allow both drivers and ‘hitchers’ in Bristol to travel more safely by signing up with the scheme. Those accepting a lift will use a Smartphone app to record the vehicle registration and their destination to make it safer for all concerned. Clare said: “It is important to support new local initiatives, especially ones that encourage living in a more sustainable way. This venture is out of the box thinking and could play a part in making Bristol a greener place to be.” Chris Herbert, from Stoke Bishop, and Barry Cash, from Bishopston, used their savings
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to create GreenThumb Travel to cut carbon emissions, while also raising money for charities to protect the Rainforest. The duo, both aged 65, met while working as financial advisers and hope the service will also cut traffic in the city. Barry said: “Climate change is real and we need to act now. "We believe this initiative will help significantly reduce fuel emissions and improve Bristol’s
transport system. It’s not practical for everybody to cycle, such as the elderly or infirm. This should provide a quick, cheap and practical way to get around the city. At the same time, money raised from the venture will go towards Rainforest charities.” The fee is £5, of which £1 will go towards three charities: Size of Wales which is helping to protect an area of the Rainforest the size of Wales, Orangutan
Land Trust and Rainforest Saver Foundation. Drivers can sign up to receive offers, such as discounted car maintenance. Chris, from Parry’s Lane, who was a partner in the renowned family run Joe’s Bakery, said: “The environment is something we both feel passionately about. "We want to do our bit to help preserve the planet for future generations.” www. greenthumb.travel
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Dementia Awareness Week DEMENTIA Awareness Week in May has placed Dementia in the spotlight with a number of organisations organising initiatives to help people with the disease and their families. Bristol Dementia Action Alliance (BDAA), founded by Stoke Bishop resident, Tony Hall, was launched in 2013 and has recently applied to become a registered charity. Tony’s interest came about when his wife, Barbara, was diagnosed with dementia around 15 years ago and he found that much more help and understanding was needed for people to continue with day-to-day activities. Tony explained: “Our aim at the BDAA is to make Bristol not just a Dementia friendly city but to be the Dementia friendly city. I mean that anyone who lives here, work here, visits here, holidays here, goes to any sort of club or organisation, be they young or old, can be treated with common courtesy and respect. It’s not rocket science but it is not happening.” One of Tony’s initiatives is a regular memory cafe, called Happy Days, which takes place between 2-4pm at Westbury Baptist Church on the first Friday of the month. People
Tony Hunter with coffee at the memory café with Dementia, friends, family and carers are invited to come along, share some memories over cake and coffee, and take part in the entertainment on offer. It was Zumba last month and this month there was a singalong with songs from the 1950s and 1960s. Tony said: “Why shouldn’t
people with dementia have fun? They are ill. We all like to have a laugh.” Stuart was visiting the cafe for the first time with his elderly parents, who met at a church choir when they were 17. He said: “Mum loves singing in any form. I think she will get a lot out of it.” The organisation has recently set up a joint initiative with BRACE with the aim of getting 100 large companies in Bristol involved with dementia friendly businesses. About 35 businesses turned up for their first presentation and they are running another one in June. Wessex Water, Great Western Railway, and Bristol Airport have just started the process and will fit in sessions after the main holiday period. Kathryn Hunter from Woods Estate Agents in Westburyon-Trym has achieved Purple Angel Status for her branch on completion of the training. Her mother had Alzheimer’s disease and Kathryn is a regular volunteer at Happy Days. Kathryn said: “We deal with people who are having to sell their homes when they become ill and I think it’s good for others to have an awareness and an understanding of what they are going through. Sometimes people can do things that are
not deemed acceptable but understanding why they are doing it helps. Here at the cafe, they can go to an environment where it doesn’t matter.” Another initiative is designed to help GP surgeries become more Dementia friendly covering aspects from how to treat people when they arrive to communication and signage changes. Using a system of symbols and words, with capital letters at the start all helps. A Dementia passport that people show to bus and taxi drivers is also available and communicates what help is needed by the holder. Tony has a lot of support from his family and his church. He said: “We are proactive as a charity, pushing on doors, looking at businesses and schools. Once people know what we are doing they want to know more. “This is the only way I can fight this. "I’m not a doctor or a research scientist. I feel like I’m using skills I’ve acquired over my whole life to help Barbara.” BDAA have a coming of age celebration on July 8 and hope to have charity status by then. For further details about volunteering or training schemes contact www.bristoldaa.co.uk .
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A golden few weeks for Elmlea Sport PUPILS at Elmlea Junior School have enjoyed great success in sports activities this year. Sport is integral to life at Elmlea Junior School and with 47 sport clubs spread over 18 disciplines, there is something for everyone. All the children at Elmlea have their chance to compete for the school and last year Elmlea reached eight county finals. This year Elmlea Junior School has gone one step further and in the last few weeks has won the South West regional finals in netball and girls’ football, individual medals and second place for the girls swim squad at the BSSA swimming gala as well as winning county qualifiers in gymnastics. Children from the cross country squad represented Bristol in the South West regional cross country helping to win the girls’ title for Bristol as well as winning individual boy/girl regional medals for Elmlea. There are more qualifiers to come in golf, tennis and cricket so the school hopes to add more to its golden tally! It is not just in sport that Elmlea children have been shining. For he first time in eleven years Elmlea also got through to the Gala for Stages Dance in Bristol with their Street Dance version of Elmlea School of Wizardry, based on Harry Potter. Selected from over a thousand pupils, Elmlea School of wizardry felt rightly proud!
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Education CLIFTON College Preparatory School has announced that it will be making changes to its Saturday School in September. The Prep School has traditionally held Saturday School for Years 4 to 8 in the morning and Sports on Saturday afternoon. However, following requests from parents and changes already brought in by other independent schools, Saturday School will now be replaced with Saturday Activities, including a wide range of sporting, music and other activities, and the school day will finish at lunchtime. A number of other schools have already made this change to their Saturday hours or have always traditionally played sport on a Saturday morning. Clifton College said these changes will enable their pupils to take part in more tournaments and festivals and ensure they are not losing teaching time to be released from lessons. The lessons that were held on Saturdays will be absorbed into the regular working week. In addition, the work profile
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End of an era as Clifton College Prep School drops its Saturday lessons of many families has changed in recent years, with many parents finding that the weekends are the only time they can have proper quality time to spend with their children. By making the changes to the Saturday structure, the College believes this will enable the right balance to be achieved between the changing needs of other schools, the needs of the family, and providing all-important sports opportunities and experiences. As a result of these changes, the Preparatory School has also been able to make several efficiencies, which have been passed on to parents in the form of more affordable and competitive school fees in the Bristol market. This latest development follows a range of other upgrades to the Pre-Prep and Prep Schools as part of an 18-month review,
including creating new facilities for the Pre-Prep School, such as its own library and librarian and music room with specialist teachers. John Milne, Preparatory Headmaster, said: “We have listened to our parents and made
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AN award-winning engineer returned to her roots this week to encourage girls into careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Former Red Maid, Helen Fennell, was one of two keynote speakers at the “Women and Careers in STEM” conference for girls from schools across the region, organised by the school last month. The conference included a wide range of workshops designed to show girls how interesting, varied and creative STEM jobs can be. Students were asked to build a wind turbine to charge a mobile phone, make a loud speaker out of card, wire and a magnet, learn to programme a mini-robot, and analyse samples from four pretend patients. They also heard from technology entrepreneur Bill Turner, Chief Architect of LucidCX, about creativity in information technology. “It is incredible that only 6 per cent of those working in engineering are women, yet research by the Institute of
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Challenging the sy-STEM Engineering and Technology shows that when asked what subjects they enjoy at school, 39% of girls said they enjoy information technology, computing, design and technology,” said Helen. “There is a clear interest in STEM that doesn't translate to the number of females entering the engineering industry. Industry needs strong technical specialists and leaders, and conferences such as this can show the opportunities which are available for young women to have a rewarding career in sciences, technology, engineering or mathematical jobs.” Headmistress Isabel Tobias said: “We are delighted that Helen returned to Red Maids’ School to share her experience and knowledge with us. "In many industries, women like Helen are blazing a trail for the next generation. "With hard work and
commitment, combined with the right support at school, girls can chieve great things in STEM.” Helen studied at Red Maids’ School and Loughborough University, graduating in Chemical Engineering. A fellow of the Institution of Chemical Engineers, she has won the Women in Science and Engineering Excellence Award
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Latest Ofsted data highlights outstanding results for RGS ATTAINMENT by Redland Green students across all subjects is in the top 20% of schools in the country and pupils are making much better progress than expected, according to statistics collated by the Ofsted School Data Dashboard. Headteacher Sarah Baker said: “I am extremely proud of all the students at Redland Green School and of the brilliant exam results they achieve year on year. Last summer we saw some superb exam results and currently we have this year’s students carrying out their exams and we wish them all the best. They have worked so hard and deserve every success. “Last year’s results carried on the trend of excellent achievement by Redland Green students and in August we look forward to sharing results day with this year’s cohort. However, we are also incredibly proud of the myriad of extracurricular activities in which they are involved and this richness of opportunity is central to what we believe develops our students into well rounded young people. We are committed to students’ STAFF, children and parents at Long Cross Specialist Children’s Centre are celebrating after achieving an outstanding Ofsted report. Inspector Rachael Williams said the nursery in Lawrence Weston had made excellent progress since its last Ofsted visit three years ago, when it was rated satisfactory. She paid tribute to the extremely dedicated management team and staff, in particular manager Karen Sheppard, who she described as “truly inspirational ‑ highly motivated, ambitious and enthusiastic.” Ms Sheppard, Deputy Principal at Oasis Academy Long Cross, who leads on all the centre's services for children from birth to five years old, is one of three qualified teachers on the staff at the centre, which has 76 children aged two, three and four on roll. All children were said by Ofsted to be making rapid progress, thriving and flourishing in a safe, secure and wellresourced learning environment.
developing the skills and independence they will need for the future and equipping them for life in the 21st century.” RGS’s results are in the top 20% of schools in the country for English, maths and science exams. In English, the school’s
result for progress was in the top 20% of similar schools’ results, and in the top 20% of all schools. In maths, the school’s result was in the top 4 0% of similar schools’ results, and in the top 20% of all schools. Over the last three years the
percentage of disadvantaged students that achieved expected progress has increased (in both English and maths) , and their progress is in line with or better than the average national progress for students who do not receive pupil premium.
Nursery school raises standard from satisfactory to outstanding “Staff provide an extremely welcoming and nurturing learning environment where children thrive,” the report said. “Staff know their children incredibly well. They use every opportunity to get to know the children and their families, for example, through settlingin arrangements that are tailored to each child's needs. Staff are extremely respectful and genuinely care about the children. They are excellent role models.” Julia Dauban, principal of Oasis Academy Long Cross, said everyone at the centre was delighted with the Ofsted outcome, which rated the centre as outstanding in all four categories leadership and management, quality of teaching,
learning and assessment, personal development, behaviour and welfare and pupil outcomes. “Our staff have worked exceptionally hard to build
relationships with families to support children’s learning and enable all children to have the best possible start to their education here,” she said.
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Bristol Symphony Orchestra gets set for launch
BRISTOL Symphony Orchestra is in preparation for their first concert and it promises to be a unique experience. The orchestra are in rehearsal for the world premiere of a new commission, Concerto for Kora and Orchestra, composed by William Goodchild and Bristol based Senegalese master Kora player, Mamadou Cissokho. The Kora is sometimes known as the African harp and playing skills are passed down through generations. “This has been a unique collaboration from start to finish,” said William Goodchild. “Mamadou Cissokho and I met in January to discuss ideas for the piece: what form and shape the work might take, and how to embody the kora and its West African roots in a new piece with symphony orchestra. We
finally settled on three distinct movements, each with their own character, and added a cadenza for solo kora. The work has brought together two very different musical traditions and we hope the audience will love the results of what has been a unique collaboration.” The piece receives its first performance at the High Sheriff’s Concert at St George’s on June 18. There is also an opportunity to listen to it beforehand at
an open rehearsal as part of BBC Music Day 2016 when St George’s Bristol will be throwing open its doors, giving people the chance to sit in and experience musicians at work. The Open Rehearsal will feature Bristol Symphony Orchestra, solo Kora, two Senegalese drummers and percussion. Some seats on stage will be added for those who would like the opportunity to sit amongst the players and get a
feel for what it is like to be in an orchestral musician. Bristol Symphony Orchestra was started just over a year ago by Bristol composer and conductor, William Goodchild. T The Orchestra has sixty players, led by violinist Pamela Bell, consisting of amateur, semi-professional and some professional musicians. They are committed to performing new orchestral compositions, in addition to classical pieces.
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HENBURY School head teacher Clare Bradford attended a Buckingham Palace garden party to mark the diamond anniversary of the Duke of Edinburgh Award. She was accompanied by Paul Ziegler, who introduced the scheme at the school. The pair had the opportunity to chat with Prince Philip and to view the Palace gardens during the star-studded event. About 60 celebrities including Anna Friel, Ronan Keating and Anton du Beke were among the hundreds of guests as the Duke and the Earl and Countess of Wessex handed out awards. The DofE award started in 1956 and has grown into the world’s leading youth achievement programme. It is a popular extracurricular activity at Henbury, where a programme is also offered for students with additional needs who attend the school’s resource base. Mrs Bradford said: “We have more students taking the award than ever before and our inclusive approach has been recognised. DofE is a fantastic way to encourage students’ development of social awareness, team-building skills, and sticking at something even when it is really difficult. It is always a joy to see the sense of achievement that students feel when they have completed an arduous expedition. “It was a great honour to go to the Palace and to meet the Duke definitely a day to remember!”
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My year as Bristol's Lord Mayor
I AM writing this as I finish my mayoral year. The time has flown past and I have met so many fascinating and inspiring people. I am regularly asked two questions. ‘Are you enjoying the year?’ and ‘What are the highlights of the year?’ The answers are ‘yes’ and ‘too many to name’. Nevertheless, I will try to mention a few. Being involved in so many communities in the city and invited to share their celebrations is a privilege. I have cut ribbons, opened fetes, handed out certificates, etc. All of this is the standard stuff you would expect of a Lord Mayor, except that none of it is standard because each occasion is different and each group visited has its own unique character and contribution to the life of the city. I have done the formal and the moving. For instance, Remembrance Day Parade, Legal Sunday service, helping to plant a tree in Queen Square commemorating the life of a soldier from Bristol killed in Afghanistan, meeting a volunteer returned from helping refugees in Lesbos. I have done the fun and undignified – waving from an
open-topped sleigh as it inched its way through Christmas traffic in the pouring rain collecting money for the Lord Mayor’s Charity Appeal. The feathers on my hat drooped and the black dye ran down my face! I have attended many AGMs including those of The Samaritans, The Matthew of Bristol Trust, the Friends of the Oncology department and marvelled at the dedication of volunteers and staff. I have heard great music starting with the Bristol Choral Society’s summer celebration of things Bristolian, the Zulu Children Choir, and the national Paraorchestra now making its permanent home in Bristol. I have made a lot of speeches, welcoming people from all over the world to Bristol, congratulating new British citizens as they make their oaths or affirmations of allegiance to the Queen, expressing delight and thanks to those winning national awards. I have discovered that one privilege of the role is to ‘bore for Bristol’ I have even started doing school assemblies again – there is no such thing as retirement and I know many in Henleaze
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and Westbury will testify to that. This year has made me extra proud of Bristol. It is not perfect but it is innovative, quirky and beautiful. It has music and theatre, arts and culture and citizens who want to make a difference to their communities. I met a group of ESOL students at City of Bristol College recently. Many had come from war torn parts of the world and this is an extract from a letter that a young woman wrote: “We are just some young people from all over the world. Moving to Bristol changes our opinion in a lots of ways. “I love the city, I love how things work here and most of all I actually started love people again. I don’t really remember when was the last time when I didn’t want to run from them. I love the freedom that I feel every time that I am out and see other people. Their kindness has helped me open my eyes see that
each of us is different and accept and understand this.” I hope you are moved by this; proud that Bristol is creating new hope for these young people and determined that we will have an inclusive and pluralistic society here. Clare Campion-Smith
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Local gardens open for visitors THE annual Open Gardens month kicks off in Westbury Park on Sunday June 12. Green-fingered enthusiasts
have been frantically snipping, deadheading, and mowing lawns to make their private green space look it’s most lovely for visitors.
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Open Gardens is a unique opportunity to see the rich diversity of local gardens on display, large and small, and to explore the view behind the front door. Around 20 gardens are open in Westbury Park, making it a family-friendly stroll with refreshments available on route. Organiser Paul Thomas has a small compact garden with lots of features on the walls to add interest. Paul said: “There are a large selection of pots with plants and a pond with goldfish and if you are lucky you might see the frogs. The pond should be relined just before Open Gardens. "Around the lawn there are bedding plants designed to bring colour during the summer.” There is also Community Garden Party in the grounds of St Albans Church, as part of the Westbury Park Festival, and Bayswater Avenue is closed for extra play space. Visitors can enjoy a cream tea, visit the stalls, listen to some music or just relax
in the gardens or tranquillity of the church. Programmes containing a full list of gardens participating in Westbury Park Open Gardens are available from Barry Toogood Flowers and 27 St Albans Road. Bishopston Gardening Group will be hosting their Open Gardens Day the following Sunday, June 19, from 25pm. This year up to 10 gardens, including a 'guerilla garden' will be open, including some not previously seen. All profits go to charity and this year they are supporting the Golden Hill Community Garden and a refugee charity. Teas will be on sale and a plant stall will be at 3 Logan Rd. Several of the gardens are located in Egerton Rd, with others in Berkeley Rd, Dulverton and Wentworth Rd. A full list will be displayed on posters in the area two weeks before the event and tickets can be purchased for a small price at any of the gardens.
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The last Sunday of the month, June 26, will present a difficult choice for keen gardeners as this year both Henleaze and Stoke Bishop Open Garden events are held on the same afternoon. Opening times are from 1pm to 5pm so it is possible to see some of each if visitors are very organised! Eleven gardens in Henleaze will be open, free of charge,
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to members. Non-members can easily join the society, for a small cost of £5-£7.50, if they want to see the gardens taking part. Many garden hosts will be collecting for their favourite charities and providing refreshments in addition to selling plants. Tickets for Stoke Bishop Open Gardens cost £5 for adults, and can be obtained in advance from
Paul Thomas busy preparing his garden Aimee’s Wine House, Stoke Hill, from the Church Hall, Mariners Drive. Tickets will also be on sale on the day from any participating garden and Stoke Bishop Village
Hall, where teas are also on sale. All proceeds are in aid of local charities: the Kewstoke Road Scout Hut Appeal, Stoke Bishop Hanging Baskets and University of Bristol Botanic Garden.
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Park Grove and Springfield Grove speed tables FOLLOWING a recent consultation, two speed tables are now proposed to be sited near the entrance of Henleaze Primary School, to act as traffic calming devices. One is planned for Park Grove, extending across the whole width of the carriageway and along its length from a point 5 metres north of its junction with The Drive, northwards for 7 metres. The other is proposed for Springfield Grove. This will extend across the whole width of the carriageway and along its length from a point 5 metres
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south east of its junction with Park Grove. A copy of the plan showing the intended locations of the speed tables, together with a statement of the council’s reasons, is available on the council’s website www.bristol. gov.uk/trafficorders . Following publication of the Plan, any Objections to the proposal, together with the grounds on which they are made, can be submitted by email to the Council at tro.comments@ bristol.gov.uk by 3rd June 2016 (quoting reference CAE/ RGW(DR)/P1008).
Westbury Road, near St Ursula’s EACT Academy should be completed shortly. Kier, the contractors, provided an informative site visit for neighbours and have promised another in August when the new building has been completed. Highway improvements are planned for Brecon Road, including, but are unlikely to start until until after the summer, at the earliest. Pupils are due to move into the new building in October.
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Cycle raffle for National Bike Week
THIS year’s National Bike Week runs from June 11 and will involve a variety of events across the country. Life Cycle is offering local people the chance to win a bike from their workshop in Horfield Prison to mark the occasion. Alongside their regular weekly bike sale, on Thursday June 16 the Life Cycle team will be selling raffle tickets. If you would like a chance to win, you can find them on the corner of Cambridge Road and Gloucester Road between 10am and 3pm. Life Cycle mechanic John Russell said: “We have a cracking bike allocated for the prize but we can change it to accommodate the specific needs of the winner if it isn’t suitable.” It is a great opportunity to learn more about the many projects that Life Cycle run, which enable more people in Bristol to get cycling and a chance to support them simply by buying a ticket.
Domino’s Pizza DOMINO’S Pizza have an appeal in progress with the council in regard to a planning application at 68 Westbury Hill that was turned down in November 2015. The takeaway pizza company applied for a change of use to the property sited near to the roundabout in Westbury-on-Trym which was previously used as a dry cleaners. The company want to change the use from a retail unit (class A1) to a hot food takeaway (class A5), install extraction and ventilation equipment and make external alterations. Concerns were raised locally during the initial planning consultation about the feasibility of having a fleet of scooters parked on a narrow piece of road with busy traffic in the town centre. News is expected shortly about whether the original judgement will be upheld or dismissed.
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HENLEAZE Dental Practice owners, husband and wife team Mark and Helen Haseltine, have been celebrating 15 years in business. When they purchased the practice in 2001 it consisted of only one surgery with three members of staff and now has three surgeries and a team of ten staff. In 2007 a major expansion and refurbishment was carried out. The family-run dental practice now has three state-of-the-art surgeries, a separate sterilisation room, OPG (xray room), providing bespoke, unhurried professional care for families. A wide range of treatments are available including preventative care, crown and bridgework, cosmetic dentistry, Six Months Smiles (orthodontics) and tooth whitening. In addition to the dentists, Mark, Dr Susan Lavington and Dr Laura Birch there are
three dental hygienists Sharon Allen, Sue Roberts and Adam Taylor. Three highly experienced dental nurses, Kay Ledbury, Sue England and Rebecca Peach complement the team. Helen, the Practice Manager, explained: “Our aim is to provide a comprehensive range of high quality dental care as well as a full preventative programme in a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. When you register as a patient a full medical history will be taken to ensure your safety. Your initial consultation will include recordings of the condition of your teeth and gums. X-rays are usually taken as it is essential to know exactly what is going on beneath the gum line and inside the teeth. Any treatment required will be discussed along with the options available. A printed, detailed treatment plan together with an estimate
Helen and Mark Heseltine will be given so there are no hidden costs.� For the best possible service and optimum health, Henleaze Dental Practice advise a full examination every six months for most people. At your regular visits the examination would include a full oral screen for any signs of disease or general illnesses, including oral cancer. The practice is open Monday
to Friday and Saturdays by appointment. An evening surgery is available on Wednesdays. Further information on the practice, including patient testimonials, can be found on their website at www. henleazedental.co.uk Henleaze Dental Practice, 130 Henleaze Road, Henleaze, Bristol, BS9 4LB. Tel: 0117 962 0534
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Exercise helping in fight with cancer It’s Friday night, and the exercise bikes are taking a pounding with young and old alike working up a sweat. A scene you might expect at any gym across the city … and indeed there seems to be nothing out of the ordinary. But some of the people at Henbury Leisure Centre are exercising despite having gone through the toughest battle of their lives in recent months and years. They are recovering and ongoing cancer patients and they are raising their heart rates to give them the best chance possible of beating this awful disease. Now a Shirehampton woman, who launched a foundation in memory of her husband who died after his own battle with cancer, is supporting Energise, the award-winning exercise based rehabilitation scheme. Carole Dillon, whose husband John had lung and brain cancer, is funding the training of a
specialist exercise instructor to run sessions at Horfield Leisure Centre. This month Carole, supported by local MP Charlotte Leslie, visited the session of Bristol Energise running at Henbury Leisure Centre. Each week, up to 15 people take part in sessions of exercise under the supervision of specialist exercise instructor Paul Emsley. Energise programmes are run
at Easton, Henbury, Hengrove, Bristol University, Clevedon, Weston-Super-Mare and Portishead. Carole and Ms Leslie were given a tour of the Henbury class by Paul and Everyone Active’s Exercise Referral Manager Alistair Macfarlane. They met cancer patient Doug Bryant from Horfield who explained the benefits of both the exercise and the camaraderie in the class. Energise exercise classes
are designed specifically for individuals who have been affected by cancer and whose quality of life can be maintained or improved through taking part in regular, supervised exercise. Energise at Henbury, Easton and Clevedon is a partnership between Macmillan Cancer Support, North Bristol NHS Trust, Everyone Active and Bristol City Council. Carole set up the John Dillon Foundation after her husband died in 2011. She said she wanted to support onging activities to help people so she is funding the £600 training of a specialist exercise instructor who will be able to deliver Energise sessions at Horfield Leisure Centre. Ms Leslie said: ““Everyone I spoke to described the huge benefits at what must be a very low point in life.” For more information about the charity work visit www. johndillonfoundation.org.
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CHARLOTTE Leslie MP and her team from Bristol North West are delighted to have the support of Deaf Unity, a deaf-led learning and development charity based in Bristol and London, to organise a second Deaf and Disability Careers Fair. Building on the success of the first London Fair in 2014, Deaf Unity aim to link more Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Disabled People with equal opportunity employers in the South West Region. The fair will take place September 9 at the Greenway Community Centre in Southmead, Bristol. Ms Leslie said: “I am thrilled to support this remarkable event which not only puts people directly in touch with employers but also addresses some of the obstacles which have
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traditionally been a barrier to deaf and disabled people finding work. “I constantly meet people who are desperate to work and who would be real assets to any company but sadly it is not always easy to persuade the employer so I hope we can both help job-seekers and also help to make progress in the future.” The UK Council on Deafness considers that unemployment within the hearing community is at the rate of 1 in 10 people whereas for the deaf community it is 1 in 4. The first Deaf Careers Fair in 2014 linked more than 140 deaf and hard of hearing people with a range of equal opportunities employers. Abdi Gas, Deaf Unity’s CEO, said: “The rationale behind this
event is one of the many reasons for having established Deaf Unity. “It is a true reflection of what the united and supported deaf community is able to achieve working in partnership with the mainstream environment and an example of the vast range of the underutilised skills and talents that exists within the deaf community. “Such successes can only be achieved through partnership working with the wider community. "We hope that other MPs will be able to take up similar initiatives and organise similar careers fair throughout the regions of the United Kingdom.” For more information visit www.deafunity.org, @deafunity or facebook page Deaf Unity.
Choir brings harmony and show songs to Henleaze IF you like good music and singing and want a great evening’s entertainment then come to the Summer Concert of the New Harmony Ladies Choir. They are performing together with Frampton Cotterell Male Voice Choir on June 18, from 7.30 at Trinity Henleaze United Reformed Church, Waterford Road. The programme will be a mixture of choral, popular, show songs, folk and traditional, so there’s something for everyone. Tickets cost £8, including refreshments, and are available from choir members or at the door. Visit their website for further details www.nhlcbristol. co.uk .
Get back into netball WOMEN are being urged to ‘get back into netball’ at new weekly sessions being held at Orchard School in Horfield. Organisers say many women may have enjoyed the sport at school but then stopped playing but still harbour a love of playing. The sessions will be run on Wednesday mornings at the school on Filton Road beginning at 9am. A spokeswoman said: “This is a chance to get fit, have fun and make new friends by getting back to netball at Orchard School Bristol! “They are aimed at all abilities and all ages so even if you have never played before, come along and have a laugh!” Sessions will be starting on Wednesday 8th June. For more information, contact Fiona Cooper on 0117 377 2000/ f.cooper@orchardschoolbristol.co.uk or Sue at England Netball on sue.anderson@englandnetball.co.uk .
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News and views from our City Councillors Geoff Gollop (Westbury-on-Trym) Thank you for ‌ to the 4,019 people who voted bling me in the local elections; it is hum and to have the highest vote in Bristol y is something I will work hard to justif any over the next 4 years. If you have I can be issues involving the City Council, llop@ contacted by email: cllr.geoffrey.go bristol.gov.uk or on Bristol 9039946. Pavement collapse m, Following the Neighbourhood Foru ty Safe and th Heal the d acte I cont 14 Executive and the City Council re made Eastfield. The City Council have safe the hole while they contact the developer. Warm up Bristol t I have had several complaints abou you this Council insulation initiative. If or an have been promised a quotation installation and have heard nothing, please contact me. d Falcondale Road/ Westbury Roa ion, Following an accident at this junct
road the Council promised an anti-skid surface. ing After a detailed police report blam ed not driver error, the Council has decid the to proceed until full proposals for to A4018 are available. We continue request that information. Westbury car park bollards the The bent and dented bollards in more car park are to be replaced with a ic and noticeable bollard, covered in plast with a reflective strip. Sea Walls Burger Van Although outside of our patch, the many proposal for a burger van caused local residents to object. I put in an objection to this proposal. Planning There has been a rush of planning applications. The proposed gardenwas grabbing at 62 Falcondale Road olish rejected; there is a proposal to dem a and a cottage adjacent to the Downs ion of multiple flat proposal at the junct If you . Coombe Lane and Canford Lane ning feel there is an inappropriate plan act application in your road, please cont me. le The Floodlights at Coombe Ding the with received planning permission, but
conditions attached that local residents wanted. North View Parking changes 16 people responded to the consultation. (15 after our local leaflet warning of the deadline). c The proposal will now move to Traffi Regulation Orders (TRO’s) Westbury Parking Review pt any The Council has declined to acce the have will ents resid ts; men more com Traffic chance to formally object when the Orders are made later this year. Alastair Watson for I have had the pleasure of working fellow the last 5 years with my friend and on, who Westbury Councillor Alastair Wats has been lost his seat on 5th May. Alastair will be a great advocate for Westbury and sadly missed. Geoffrey R Gollop OBE Councillor for Westbury-on-Trym and Henleaze
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News and views from our City Councillors Clare Campion-Sm ith (Henleaze) MAY has been a whirlw ind month. At the beginning, I was seekin g election to the new ward of Westbury and Henleaze and at the end I was han ding over the reins as Lord Mayor to Cllr Jeff Lovell and picking up the reins as cabinet member for Children’s and Adult’s Social Care. Two of my final engage ments reminded me of how the two role s sometimes morph into one. I was invited to visit a therapeutic dance session for adu lts with learning difficulties and disabilitie s in South Bristol. Some had very limited movement but the session gave great pleasure through moving together to mu sic helped by therapists and volunteer s, it exercised the brain and strengthened muscles and was one of the highspots of the week for those who attended. Later that same day, I attended a concert at HMP Eastwo od Park given by women prisoners tak ing part in the
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Changing Tunes progra mme. Changing prison – the prison Tunes is a national cha rity who takes population includes active music into prisons . It was interesting a disproportionate to talk to some of the performers number of care afterwards and hear the ir stories of leavers. how it takes courage to perform, how This needs to making music with oth ers has given them change. The Council confidence and how it lifts the spirits. All is always looking for hoped to continue with music in some way high quality foster after release. Two of the m in particular carers who have a rea spoke to me of their chi l commitment to ldren and I realised making things better for just how vulnerable the the young people y and their families wh o were. I had no idea wh have had a difficult sta rt to life. at their offences All this is fairly familiar were and I knew that I territory to only heard one me from my previous side of the story but it experience as a touched me and I councillor. What will be was glad that charities very new is Adult such as Changing Safeguarding and pro Tunes are there to hel viding support to p. older people and suppor My role will include hav t to the families ing political who care for them. Wit responsibility for the pro h decreases in tection of children funding and increases who are at risk of harm, in demand, the for children in care Council must look to inn and children moving into ovative ways of adoption. The working and make stro most recent Ofsted rep ng relationships ort (from several with years ago) indicated ma the NHS and the volunt ary sector. ny strengths in I am looking forward to Bristol but also identifi ed weakness in the the role and I am sure you will hea outcomes for young peo r more about it in ple leaving care. future I was reminded of this by my visit to the Clare Campion-Smith
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Westbury Park Tavern transformation has begun in earnest
THE Westbury Park Tavern closed its doors in May and work has begun in earnest for the sixweek refurbishment. The news that the rundown pub was being taken over by the group behind Zazu’s Kitchen and The Grace on Gloucester Road has been greeted with much delight. There are high hopes among residents of Westbury Park and Henleaze that a radical transformation of the establishment will make it more fitting for the area. New owner James Savage and his design team have wasted no time and have gutted the interior fixtures and fittings, leaving only the bar. An internal wall will be removed to expose the kitchen to provide an ‘open dining’ experience and a new wooden parquet floor will be installed
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throughout. All the furniture will change and the fireplace will be reinstated to create a cosy ambience in one corner. One change that is visible to people passing by is that work on the exterior has started. Posts have been put up ready for a trellis screen, extending beyond the space of the previous outside seating area, and two of the espaliered trees have been planted. It is expected that the finished exterior seating area will look similar to that of The Grace, with wooden screening all around, plenty of planting and fairy lights. This will provide some privacy from onlookers and busy traffic on Northumbria Drive when seated outside. The pub is expected to reopen towards the end of June.
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ONE of the ways in which people can get involved in local activities is by joining their local area society. The Henleaze Society was established back in 1973 with the initial aim to defend local interests and improve the area. Four decades later and with considerable experience added over the years, current priorities now are monitoring and working with members regarding planning applications, environmental issues, having shopping areas that are attractive to local residents and visitors, providing details of activities and managing events.
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there is a short history of the area. Other key content includes information on architectural building styles and streets. The document concludes with challenges facing current and future residents of Henleaze.
Events
In April over 80 members enjoyed a Society lunch. This month there is a trip to Bicton Gardens. Our major event this year is an Open Gardens Day on 26 June. Eleven gardens in Henleaze will be open free of charge to members. Many garden hosts will be collecting for their favourite charities and providing refreshments in addition to selling plants.
Planning
The Society has monitored and commented on a number of planning applications. Early action included leading a campaign for a cinema to be maintained as part of the Waitrose site and commenting on the development of the Golden Hill playing fields. More recent involvement has included meeting with the developers of Amelia Lodge (‘Churchill development’). Throughout the Society has helped a number of local residents understand planning legislation.
Environment
The Society has been instrumental in seeking improvements to Old Quarry Park (children’s play area, seating, paths, trees). A proposal is currently being considered for a sensory garden close to the border with Amelia Lodge. The Society works with residents concerned about tree issues
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A quarterly newsletter is issued covering local issues.
Collaborative working
The noticeboard at Wellington Hill, funded by the Henleaze Society – especially where planning permission is involved.
Characterisation
Several residents worked with Shirley Phillips to generate a character appraisal document called ‘Our Place Henleaze’. The
draft document was displayed in Henleaze Library earlier this year; the final version is anticipated shortly. It should prove to be an invaluable document for use when assessing future planning applications. Within Our Place Henleaze,
The Society works closely with local councillors, Bristol City Council staff and Neighbourhood Partnership members. Collaborative working has been particularly helpful in helping to improve Old Quarry Park, understanding issues about and around Phoenix Hedge and in applying for Neighbourhood Partnership small grants. Recent examples are a new notice board in Wellington Hill West and the proposed installation of a defibrillator in Henleaze Road.
Chairman’s message Valerie Bishop commented: “It is important to the trustees that we work for and with our members for the benefit of Henleaze residents and traders.” “We are particularly pleased to sponsor an annual best dressed window competition as part of the Christmas Festival and, with support from the traders, to help fund hanging baskets and flower troughs in Henleaze Road and Wellington Hill West.”
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Membership of the Society is per household; the cost is £5 a year (£7.50 outside of Henleaze). To join, contact Roger Sturge (Treasurer) at 10 Carmarthen Road, Bristol BS9 4DU or send an email to ths.newsletter@ gmail.com .
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Performing Arts Summer School CHILDREN aged between four and nineteen years are hoping the Bristol School of Performing Arts Summer School at White Hart Lodge on Brislington Hill will be their first step to a life treading the boards in musical venues around the country. The School, which is run by John Redgrave, has the reputation of being a first class teaching establishment from where big budget theatrical productions at the Hippodrome and Bath Theatre Royal trawl for young talented musicians, actors, singers and dancers. The school counts amongst its Patrons such familiar names as Bill Kenwright known for his successful West End and touring productions and Vanessa Redgrave who is in fact John Redgrave’s cousin. Professional artists who will be appearing at the Summer School and inspiring young performers are BSPA regulars Amanda Salmon with over ten years in London’s West End including two years as Eponine in Les Miserables, Elysia Lawrence-Tebb, professional choreographer and past touring choreographer for the musical Annie, Musical director Simon Carr-Minns (20 years at the prestigious Italia Conte Theatre School in London) and Emma Weaver, head of our
Junior School (the voice of Bella in The Tweenies and Mina in Jelly Jamm). Mr. Redgrave has been in the entertainment profession for over fifty years and has experience in all areas of showmanship. As a director he has worked with many famous stars including Norman Wisdom, Ken Dodd, Frankie Howard, Tony Bennett and Sarah Brightman. He is also highly regarded in the theatrical world for his skills as a producer and lighting designer. Children from BSPA have appeared professionally in many Hippodrome productions over the years including The Lion King, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The Sound of Music and Evita plus many, many, more. Only last week, eighty youngsters appeared alongside Joe McElderry in Joseph and his Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at the Playhouse Theatre, Weston-Super-Mare, a production with which the School has been associated for in excess of forty years, thus giving the chance for young performers to work alongside seasonal professionals and to regularly experience the learning curve of appearing on the stage of a number one touring theatre. So why not take the opportunity of a
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kiss a donkey for toothache. 8. Tooth enamel is the hardest part of the human body. 9. Blue tooth brushes are more common than red ones. 10. Over 90% of 55 – 65 year olds have gum disease. 11. The earliest toothbrush was developed in China 1600 BC. It was a simple chewing stick. 12. In 1498 the first toothbrush with bristles was made using hairs from hogs, horses and badgers. 13. 50 percent of people report that a person’s smile is the first thing they notice. 14. There are more bacteria in your mouth than people on earth. 15. Humans have two sets of teeth during the lifetime, while sharks have around 40 sets of teeth.
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Can you help me make a better city? AS I settle in to my first few weeks as Bristol Mayor I am reminded constantly how important it is to harness the energy, ideas and distinctiveness of our communities to create a Bristol in which every person has equal opportunities and can thrive and prosper. Local people know best what they need from their council and Mayor. I believe in a style of leadership that is broader and wiser than the city council alone and want to encourage a more consensual and collaborative relationship with the city. My focus is on what’s best for Bristol and its communities. So I will be asking you, as individuals and communities, to work with me in deciding how we deal with major challenges. Bristol is a great city but it is far from
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perfect. I believe we can all play a role in making it a city in which children get the best possible start in life; where economic background is not a factor in education and work opportunities, where we break the link between wealth and health and do development in a way that reduces inequality and makes the city more not less affordable. That’s why I will set up a City Office in
June, 2016 which I hope you will all play a full part. It’s here that your expertise and priorities can come together to deliver the city we all want and need. It’s here we will ensure that all the major elements that make up civil society will not just be consulted, they will be empowered to lead. This is the only way we will be able to exploit the opportunities and tackle the challenges of building homes the city desperately needs; making our urban spaces cleaner, greener and congestion free; tackling inequality; rolling back the child poverty that blights so many young lives and create decently paid jobs and meaningful careers for our young people. Yes, these are big themes and challenges and different parts of the city each have concerns that are unique to them. Realistically there is often no quick fix. However, I believe solutions often lie in creative, collaborative thinking from the people who face these challenges. We don’t need a ‘one size fits all’ city, but a city that works for everyone and can give them the life and opportunities they want and deserve. Give me your thoughts and ideas about what works for your neighbourhood and community. Help me build a better Bristol. mayor@bristol.gov.uk
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Redland May Fair celebrates 40 years Redland May Fair celebrated its 40th anniversary last month with a mix of over 100 stalls, live music and children’s entertainment. A sudden downpour of rain at the start of proceedings sent visitors hurrying for shelter but it didn’t dampen the spirit of the event. Stall holders, concerned that the event would have to be cancelled, as happened in 2012, were relieved when the skies dried up. By mid afternoon the crowds were flocking in and the sun finally made a welcome appearance. The event was opened by Helen Wilde, High Sheriff of the county and city of Bristol and Chair of the Redland and Cotham Amenities Society, the organisation behind the May Fair. The community event is run entirely by volunteers and takes place on the first May Bank Holiday of the year. Cream tea and cakes were on sale in the Vicarage Tea Garden as well as plants and preserves. Both Redland Bowls Club and Redland Tennis Club were open, offering taster sessions, as well as a range of refreshments in their club houses. A host of other stalls lined the green, selling clothes, toys, jewellery, books and bricabrac as well as organisations including Avon Wildlife. There was plenty of entertainment for children on offer in the marquee from the mysteries of Magic Mike, the Pirate Puppet Show.to spellbinding storytelling with Cassandra Wye. The Ambling Band and Pan Sonic Steel Pan Band entertained the crowds with their rousing music and there were performances from local choirs and musicians Partsong, Redland Wind Band and Redland Green Choir in the churchyard. The afternoon was topped off with a lively parade from Bristol Samba, who danced their way from the children’s park all the way to the main performance area. Generous fairgoers donated a total of £970 to the bucket collection which will be increased further with Gift Aid. All the money collected at this year’s event will go towards the preservation of the Redland Green site.
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News St Peter’s Hospice celebrates International Nurses Day BRISTOL’S only adult hospice celebrated International Nurses Day on May 12 with a programme of special activities to mark the occasion. Staff at St Peter’s Hospice, which cares for over 2,000 patients in Bristol every year, came together to celebrate the work of inspirational nurses across the country as well as honouring all the registered nurses and healthcare assistants who work for the charity at the Westbury-on-Trym site and in the community. There was much cake and celebration at the hospice as nurses and patients shared their personal stories of the care they give and receive. The international initiative, which is celebrated every year on the anniversary of Florence Nightingale’s birth, has been praised by St Peter’s Hospice Director of Patient Care Chris Benson who says that the hospice, along with all other Bristol healthcare facilities,
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News Businessman Rob ticks off Bucket List - and that's the naked truth! A BUSINESSMAN is ticking off his bucket list – thanks to guidance from his wealth manager. Rob Carter, 53, who grew up in Stoke Hill, Stoke Bishop, has bought a camper van, started to travel the world, raised thousands for charity, skydived and taken part in marathons as part of his life’s dream. The Action Coach business mentor says working with friend camp on the list for no other and advisor Derrick Royall, of reason than it would seriously The Royall Wealth Partnership, take me out of my comfort zone.” has helped him focus on living in The married father of one, the moment, as well as plan for who has just come back from the future. a month long trip to Canada, But he has plenty more to said: “Derrick doesn’t just focus on his list to tick off, including on the future and preparing spending a weekend at a nudist for retirement, he also looks at enjoying the present. camp. “We could die tomorrow, so Rob said: “I’ve put the nudist we_poppin ad 87x120:Layout 1 17/06/2014 16:47 Page 1
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Charity cycle ride underway for retired surgeon Alan ALAN Gibson, aged 70, has set off on his charity cycle journey from John O’Groats to Land’s End. The retired orthopaedic Surgeon from Westburyon-Trym is taking the ride on behalf of Southmead Hospital Charity, in support of the Guy Jordan Memorial Fund. “When at 8am on the first day I set off for the 16 mile ride to John O'Groats, the start point of my 1,000 mile adventure, I really wondered whether I was going to manage 50 miles a day for three weeks," he said. "Once I had started, I began to enjoy myself and the first day to Lybster was exhilarating.” Alan is revisiting a ride that he took more than 50 years ago, as a young lad of 16, when he cycled the route in three weeks, stopping at youth hostels on the way. He started his journey on May 23, and hopes to complete it by mid June. Alan worked with Dr Jordan, a consultant in cnaesthesia and intensive care medicine and an experienced cyclist, who died at Frenchay Hospital where he was taken following a collision with an oil tanker in November 2013. The long term aim of the Guy Jordan Memorial Fund is to make a real impact, funding the purchase of state of the art training equipment, advanced medical kit and additional patient services like a Major Trauma Bereavement Service. Alan currently has pledges of over £800 to date and is hoping to raise at least £2,000 for the charity. Alan’s journey can be followed on Southmead Hospital Charity’s Fundraising Page, Help Alan Make a Difference .
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BRISTOL Bach Choir, one of the South West's finest choral groups, has a summer concert in which some of the words of Shakespeare are set to music. In celebration of the 400th anniversary of his death, well known passages from Shakespeare’s works, such as the mischievous ‘Double, Double Toil and Trouble’ speech, are set to music by Vaughan Williams and two current Scandinavian composers, Jaakko Mäntyjärvi and Nils Lindberg. The city of Bristol has a long tradition of trade with countries bordering the Baltic Sea. Bristol Bach Choir continues that spirit of exchange in a programme that showcases choral music by the finest contemporary composers from Estonia, Finland, Sweden, Poland and Latvia alongside pieces by the 16th century English masters, William Byrd and Robert Parsons, and Germany’s Dietrich Buxtehude. The concert will take place at
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Shakespeare’s words set to music for Bard's anniversary St Mary Redcliffe church on June 25 and also features works from the tranquility and reverence of Arvo Pärt’s ‘The Beatitudes’ and Paweł Łukaszewski’s ‘Nunc Dimittis’ to the complex counterpoint of Byrd and Tallis. Nigel Nash is on the organ and Christopher Finch the conductor. Since its formation in 1966 Bristol Bach Choir has gained a reputation for its dynamic, expressive singing and its vibrant performances. Christopher Finch, acknowledged as one of the best of the UK's new generation of choral conductors and vocal coaches, was appointed as the choir's music director in 2012. The choir regularly appears alongside the country's most respected professional soloists
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Tenovus charity recruiting volunteers for Henleaze shop THE Tenovus charity are keen to recruit more volunteers to help in their charity shop in Henleaze High Street. The charity raises funds to help cancer patients and their families, offering support, advice and treatment as well as funding research into prevention and diagnosis. Volunteers are needed to help with identifying and sorting items, plus display and sales. One of the current volunteers highly rates the experience. She said: “If I was to give a reason to why you should volunteer, I’d simply say, volunteering here is the best thing I’ve ever done. The shop team are like family to me. And if you join us, you’ll meet lots of new friends, as well as gaining lots of new skills and having fun!” To join the team, contact the Tenovus shop in Henleaze, call 0117 962 8650, or visit the website www.tenovuscancercare.org.uk.
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South Glos Show brewing up a storm VISITORS to the South Gloucestershire Show this summer will have the chance to decide which is the area’s best beer. The annual event, which runs on 6 and 7 August at a site in Henfield, is holding its first beer competition. Five breweries that are based in South Gloucestershire are going head to head to see which brew comes out on top. Great Western Brewery, Cotswolds Spring Brewery, Bath Ales, Severn Vale and Wickwar Brewery have all entered a pale ale and a bitter into the competition, which was launched by the Thornbury and Yate MP Luke Hall. The beers will be available at the show as well as at local pubs. Ballot forms will be available to pick up at pubs and the ballot box will be in the Beer Festival area at the Show. Pictured above: Let the beer battle begin, (L-R): Neil Challis Wickwar Wessex Brewing Co. Mark Frankcom – Cotswold Spring Brewery Luke Hall – MP Darren Hawkins – Event Manager, South Gloucestershire Show Sandra Stone and Leanne Stone - GWB Mark Harding - Bath Ales Rab Clarke – Bath Ales
South Glos Show supports new charity THIS year’s South Glos Show is to help raise funds for the Meningitis Now charity. The Gloucestershire based charity replaces the Great Western Air Ambulance as the nominated charity for the event, which last year attracted over 24,000 visitors. The Show returns to the Westerleigh Showground over the weekend of 6 and 7 August. Meningitis Now, which celebrates its 30th anniversary this year, will have an awareness stand at the show and interactive attractions for the public to donate to the charity. Liz Brown, the chief executive of Meningitis Now, said: “Events like this, as well as being wonderful fundraising opportunities, are also valuable ways to spread awareness about the disease and make sure people know the signs and symptoms and how to look out for themselves and their loved ones.” The show’s headline act this year, The Knights of the Damned, will be staging a joust in the main arena, and 2016 sees the return of motorbike stunt man, Flyin’ Ryan. Other attractions include a music festival, motor show, country fair and a BMX stunt arena.
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Henleaze Carers celebrate six year anniversary THE Henleaze Carers’ Group is marking its six year anniversary on June 23 with a celebration at The Bradbury Hall in Waterford Road. One of the speakers attending will be local councillor, Clare Campion-Smith. The event begins at 10.30am and will be followed by a buffet lunch at midday. Since its start in 2010, more than one hundred carers have come to the Henleaze Carers' Group. As well as friendship, information, and social events, carers benefit from the mutual support of others who share similar experiences and feelings. Co-organiser Monica Rudston is keen to stress that there is an informal, friendly atmosphere and that support is the main function of the group. Monica said: “All carers are welcome to come to the event. Just turn up on the day or contact me before if you’d like to know more. The group is a bolt hole for carers and provides a vital bit of ‘me’ time. People are welcome just to come along, have a coffee and just take time to breathe.” For further information contact Monica Rudston on monica. rudston@gmail.com or call 0117 942 6095.
Cellist Sara raises her bow for Cancer Care CELLIST Sara Lovell, who was successfully treated for cancer last year, joins Bristol Symphony Orchestra in a concert in support of Bristol based charity, Penny Brohn Cancer Care. The concert is in the beautiful surrounds and acoustics of Trinity Henleaze United Reformed Church. A stunning programme of popular Romantic works is planned, including Beethoven's intense and fiery Coriolan Overture, Schumann's Cello Concerto andDvořák's poetic Silent Woods for cello, all conducted by William Goodchild and led by violinist, Pamela Bell. Penny Brohn Cancer Care has been successfully helping people with cancer for over 35 years, with their pioneering ‘Bristol Whole Life Approach’. They show people how to live well with cancer and take back control of their health and wellbeing – before, during and after treatment. Their range of services are free of charge to adults with a cancer diagnosis, however, as a charity, they rely on donations to fund their work. Equal support is provided to those caring for people with cancer, as well as to the patients themselves. The concert takes place on June 25, from 7.30pm, at the Trinity United Reformed Church on Waterford Road. The evening concludes with a surprise item involving a little audience participation. Tickets cost £12 14, and are available on the door, or book online www.bristolsymphonyorchestra.com .
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to warm your body up first. See the suggested warm up poses below, and also Bhekasana (this was April and May pose of the month) and a few rounds of Sun Salutations if you know them (see April 2015 pose of the month) would be good preparation too.
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Dhanurasana: bow pose
Adho Mukha Svanasana
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Another backbend (see April and May pose of the month), Dhanurasana stimulates the nervous and circulatory systems and tones the whole body. Medical benefits: Backbends work on the spine and chest. They help reduce general backache and can keep in check arthritis of the lower back, dorsal region and shoulder joints and hunchback. Dhanurasana should be done as part of a series of backbends, not just on its own as you need
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Lie on your front (using a folded blanket under your pelvis if the mat/floor is uncomfortable). Extend both legs away one by one to lengthen the torso. Bend both legs up (or one by one if easier for you, but remember to change which leg goes first next time), hold the ankles, or use a strap around the ankles if you can’t reach. Keeping your pelvis pressing firmly into the floor and your buttocks moving towards your feet (this protects your lumbar), press your feet into your hands to lift up into the pose. See that you lift up evenly with your chest and legs. Repeat a few times, as each time will bring more action. Come down on an exhalation, touch your toes together and rest with the heels out.
Contraindications and cautions: • High or low blood pressure • Migraine • Insomnia • Low back, neck or shoulder injuries • If you can’t reach your knee use a belt to catch • Knee injury/painful knees in the pose – see an experienced teacher. Drawings and posture text reproduced by kind permission of Bobby Clennell, a senior Iyengar teacher in New York.
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NE of the most welcome things about beating back pain is getting back to the pleasure of gardening and growing your own fruit and veg. As a postural health teacher I meet many students who are anxious about undertaking any of the bending and pulling, lifting and carrying that goes with working a garden or allotment in case they trigger a latent back problem. I remember such fears myself, feeling reluctant to risk a back episode which would take visits to the osteopath and probably weeks to recover from. It is true that the extra demands put on the body when gardening – prolonged bending, for example – are a challenge, but such tasks generally only result in an injury if there is an underlying weakness or the body is being made vulnerable by poor alignment and posture. In fact, poor posture actually makes us intrinsically weaker. This happens because the muscles designed to stabilise and protect our structure get side-lined in favour of other, usually more superficial muscles, which become increasingly tense doing a job they were never meant to do. Tight back or leg muscles, anyone?
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BODIES come in all shapes and sizes and our opinions about those bodies vary widely. The harshest critics seem to be the owners. Occasionally, it can be someone who has overcome a problem and then forgets they had their own struggles. Sometimes it can be ignorant people who were lucky enough to have been raised in an environment that gave them the habits to keep themselves in favourable form. Yes, it mostly comes down to habit. And we can do something about that if and only if we give up whatever it is we gain by not putting that habit in place. Maybe it’s the freedom to eat whatever you like or being spontaneous. I’m afraid there is no magic pill. But a little change in habit can make a massive difference. Did you know it takes only an extra 68 calories a day to gain over ½ a stone in one year? And if you want to lose it once you’ve gained it, you’d have to reduce your intake from that level by 136 calories a day for a year. Small changes make a big difference. I invite those who want some support in making a change to a free one month trial at Westbury Trym and Tone. Sorry, ladies and new members only.
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set up a Shop Watch scheme, to encourage such premises to share information with each other and us. Areas including Horfield and Lockleaze already benefit from Shop Watch, which is particularly effective in targeting prolific shoplifters. This month sees the launch of our forcewide road safety campaign, ‘See Me’. Designed to help reduce the number of people killed or injured on our roads each year, the first phase of the campaign will coincide with the start of UEFA Euro 2016 and will focus on drink and drug driving. Later stages will highlight the dangers of speeding, driving while using a mobile phone and not wearing a seatbelt. Locally, we’re continuing our operations to reduce the amount of inconsiderate parking, including on zig zags, and flouting of no entry signs around the Downs and Stoke Bishop. We’re looking to extend this to Westbury-on-Trym in the near future. Finally, the new Psychoactive Substances Act came into effect at the end of May, making it an offence to supply, be in possession with intent to supply, import or export so-called ‘legal highs’. Possession in a prison institution will also be an offence, including visitors on prison grounds. Buying from online ‘headshops’ could result in importation charges and giving such substances to friends could result in supply charges. There has been huge media attention in the run up to the new Act, which has helped to highlight just how dangerous and addictive many of these substances are. Support for anyone affected is available from Bristol Drugs Project, www.bdp. org.uk ..
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effect was bold and rather louche with its mix of steamer trunks and high end design classic chairs, with a vintage globe bar cart, ancient model galleon upcycled into a pendant light and an eyewateringly expensive midcentury Italian painted metal palm tree floor light. The six roomsets had been chosen from around one hundred entrants’ moodboards, and were wildly different in their interpretations of the same brief. Each was presented, and dissected, to a packed theatre audience by the charming and charismatic judges from TV’s The Great Interior Design Challenge, stylist Sophie Robinson and Dan Hopwood (designer and current president of the British Institute of Interior Design). Although not a win for Neverland, there’s no disappointment here thanks to the judges’ gushing, enthusiastic evaluation and kind words, including “Super On Trend” no less quite a compliment from such esteemed company! If you’d like to give your home a dose of Peter Pan fantasy, there is a full list of the products displayed available on my Pinterest profile, and all the other roomsets, including the winner Nisha Stevens’ ‘Where The Wild Things Are’ children’s bedroom, are available to view on my Instagram feed. www.zoehewettinteriors.co.uk
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and we will make sure thousands of people in the area know about them. 1 June n Henleaze Garden Club meets on the first Wednesday of each month in the Main Hall, St Monica’s Trust, Cote Lane. Doors open 7pm for
7.30 start. Details: www. henleazegardenclub.co.uk Vistitors are welcome: entry £5 (inc refreshments) 1 Jun: Jennifer Potter – 'Seven Flowers and How They Shaped Our World'. Jennifer is a horticultural historian and author who will be talking about the often surprising stories behind seven plants that had an important impact on our world. 11 June n Cream Tea - Saturday 11 June - 3 - 4.30pm - Westbury on Trym Methodist Church - tickets just £5.00 available from Kate (0117 4010646) or Alison (9629715). All proceeds going to Children's Hospice South West. June 18 n At Holy Trinity Church W-o-T. Organ Elevenses with Oliver Condy. We are pleased to welcome back Oliver for another recital, always an interesting programme, well presented. Oliver is Editor of the BBC Music Magazine as well as being a talented organist and choral tenor. Coffee and cake at 10-30. Music at 11. At £5, must
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find this talk interesting. You will find that this is a friendly society. For more details please contact Doug Smith - Tel 0117 9673480, or email to dougmusical@Tiscali.co.uk 25 June
n Bristol Concert Orchestra's concert at St George's Bristol at 7.30pm features Dvorak's Cello Concerto (with soloist Matthew Barley), Brahms's 2nd Symphony and the effervescent Overture, Polka and Dance of the Comedians from Smetana's The Bartered Bride. Tickets are available from St George's Bristol (0845 40 24 001) or online at www.bristolconcertorchestra. org.uk 2 July n Spring 2016 Concert 2 July 2016 – at 7.30 pm – finishing at 9.30 pm Bristol Cabot Choir – Summer Concert - High Days and Holidays! @ Christchurch Clifton - sparkling modern
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What’s on a Regular basis Monday n Westbury on Trym Women’s Institute meet at WOT Methodist Church, Portland Lounge on the third Monday of the Month (not Aug.) from 2.00 – 4.00pm. Visitors Welcome. For more information call Sue on 01179502826. n Latin Dance at Westbury-onTrym Village Hall, 7.30pm. Tel. 07785 797904 n LinkAge Contemporary Dance (55+). Do you ever get the feeling you just want to dance but don’t get the opportunity? Here’s your chance. Feel energised in a new way and ignite your creative ideas. Open to all abilities. Every Monday 10-11am, Bradbury Hall THURC. £4. Contact LinkAge on 0117 3533042 for more information. n Westbury Singers are a group of people who love to sing in four-part harmony. Meeting to rehearse Monday evenings during term time in the Reedley Road Baptist church. For information on joining please contact secretary Sarah Scott on 0117 9471436 or email sarah60@blueyonder.co.uk n Canford Bowling Club, Canford Park, Westbury On Trym. All welcome on Monday’s from 6th April at 5.45pm. Flat-soled shoes please. Further information call 969 4532. n Redland Wind Band rehearses at the Quakers Meeting Room on Gloucester Road at 7.30pm. We sometimes have
vacancies, currently mainly for bass instruments, horns and percussionists. Contact Andy Brown at redlandwindband@ googlemail.com or on 07594240269 or via our website www.redlandwindband.co.uk. Also get in touch if you would like to be put on our mailing list or would like to book us for events or fundraisers. n Redland Green Choir meets for rehearsals every Monday 7.30pm-9.30pm at Redland Green School. We sing a wide variety of music. New members welcome: no auditions. For more information, visit www. rgscommunitychoir.wordpress. com or phone 0117 9443042. n City Voices Bristol welcomes new members. A friendly mixed voice local choir singing a wide range of music rehearses at Red Maids School on Monday evenings. No previous experience and no auditions, just come along for a trial rehearsal. For more details contact the Secretary at members@ cityvoicesbristol.com or visit www.cityvoicesbristol.com n Would you like to learn to play Bridge completely free of charge? I will be starting my next Bridge for Beginners group in the Autumn meeting in Coombe Dingle. For further details please contact Terry Stygall on 9091714 or email tc.stygall@gmail.com. n RAFA, City of Bristol branch and club Eastfield Westbury on Trym for ex-RAF and associate members. Skittle Ally, parties and functions. Live entertainment on Saturday evenings. Open Monday to Saturday lunchtimes and evenings. Sundays noon till 5pm. All enquiries telephone 0117 3291913. n Trinity Henleaze Ladies Guild meet fortnightly on Mondays at 7.30 pm in the Leonard Hall, Waterford Road. All welcome. For more information call Jenny Rich on 01179620108 n Henleaze Bowling Club welcomes new Members. If you are interested in taking up bowling, come along to our free Coaching sessions at 6pm on Monday evenings (from 25 April, excluding Bank Holidays) to see if the sport is for you. Henleaze is a friendly Club with very good facilities and a lively social programme throughout the year. Special introductory offer – £70 membership for first year (normally £95) and a free Club shirt. Phone the Secretary, Tom Logan, on 01179621669 for
further details." n Senior film club, 3rd Monday of month, 2pm St Peter's Hall. June film will be Best Exotic Marigold Hotel Tuesday n Westbury Walkers- Meet at Lloyds Chemist, Canford Land, WoT @ 9.20am on a Tuesday morning. New Walkers welcome! Please contact for further details: Jean Maish on 0117 3301194/07789741892, email jmaish@blueyonder.co.uk or Mary Ford mobile 07779448090 home 0117 9824623 n Alcoholics Anonymous meet at the Methodist Church in WoT every Tuesday @ 7.30pm n Yoga at Westbury-on-Trym Village Hall, 7.30pm.Tel: 07817 336188 n Ladies badminton at Westburyon-Trym Village Hall, 9.45 to 12 noon. Tel 0117 909 1714. n LinkAge Tai Chi (55+) Are you looking for gentle active activity to keep your body and mind active? This is the class for you. Frank leads this relaxing and healthy session in a fun environment. Beginners welcome. 10am-11am. Studland Court, Henleaze. £3.50. Contact LinkAge on 0117 3533042 for more information. n LinkAge Zumba Gold (55+) Come along to a fun and friendly dance and exercise class inspired y music from around the world. No experience necessary so come and join Cressida for an hour of dance. 1-2pm. St Peters Church, Henleaze. £3.50. Contact LinkAge on 0117 3533042 for more information. 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 The Mosaic Singers are a compact group sharing a love of performing in concerts. With a broadly light repertoire, we aim to provide great entertainment in support of good causes. We rehearse at St Mary Magdalene’s church hall, Stoke Bishop on Tuesday evenings and new members are assured of a friendly welcome. Why not ‘phone Mike on 9623465 or
June, 2016 07929 622 485? email: sallub@ hotmail.com n Melody Makers -Baby Friendly Choir. A fun and friendly daytime choir for ladies running Tuesdays during term time. 9:30-11:00am, The Beehive Pub, BS9 4QY. £5 per session, discounts for members. Contact Natalie www.facebook. com/melodymakerschoir 07890393175 Wednesday n Henleaze Townswomen’s Guild meet at St Peter’s Church Hall, Henleaze on the first Wednesday of the month (except Aug) from 7.15pm. Call Shirley Phillips on 0117 962 2243. for further details. n Local Winemaking & Social Club meets at the Common Room, Studland Court Elderly peoples residents on Henleaze Road from 8pm to 10pm on the second Wednesday of each month. They are a small and friendly group looking for new members. Evening include wine making, tasting and social events. Call Liz Johnson for further details on 0117 9508370 n Zumba Gold/Light (lower impact class) at Westbury-onTrym Village Hall, 5.30pm. www. bristoldancezumba.co.uk n Zumba Fitness at Westburyon-Trym Village Hall, 6.35pm. www.bristoldancezumba.co.uk n Stand and Deliver Youth Theatre at Westbury-on-Trym Village Hall, 5pm. Tel: 07771 634060 n Bristol Cabot Probus Club for retired and semi-retired professional and business men to maintain contact and fellowship with people of similar interests. Group meets third Wednesday of each month at BAWA Club in Southmead Rd. Lunch is followed by a guest speaking on a wide range of interesting subjects. In June and December ladies join us for the lunch. Extensive programme of social events including holidays, day trips, Sunday lunches and skittles to which ladies are welcomed. We are principally a social meeting place and not based on charitable activities. Contact John Howard-Cairns for more details: 0117 968 3134. n In Step Widows and Widowers Club meets weekly from 8-10pm at Stoke Bishop Village Hall. Call 9628895 orDonna on 01275 832676 for details. n St Peter’s Ladies Guild
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meets in the hall, The Drive, Henleaze, at 2.15pm on the third Wednesday of the month. Speakers, refreshments, outings. New members welcome. n Henleaze Garden Club meet on the first Wednesday of the month (except August) in the Main Hall, St Monica’s Trust, Cote Lane. Doors open 7pm for a 7.30 start. Visitors are welcome. Entry £5 (including refreshments). n Clifton Women’s Institute We meet at 7.30pm on the last Wednesday of the month at Alma Church, Alma Road, Clifton BS8 2ES. Contact by email: thecliftonwi@gmail.com or visit www.cliftonwi.blogspot. co.uk Take advantage of our guest visits which are just £4 ( max.three per year) Better still why not join us and enjoy our fabulous Clifton WI 2016 programme for the whole year plus social clubs. Full membership details available. “ The WI plays a unique role in providing women with educational opportunities and the chance to build new skills, to take part in a wide variety of activities and to campaign on issues that matter to them and their communities” n Henleaze Garden Club meet on the first Wednesday of each month in the Main Hall, St. Monica’s Trust, Cote Lane. Doors open 7pm for a 7.30 start. Visitors are welcome. Entry £5 (including refreshments). 4th November: Carl Sadler – A talk and demonstration by a miserable old trugger on trug making. Details: www. henleazegardenclub.co.uk n Henleaze Garden Club meet on the first Wednesday of each month in the Main Hall, St Monica’s Trust, Cote Lane. Doors open 7pm for a 7.30 start. Visitors are welcome: entry £5 (inc. refreshments) 6th January: Nick Wray – Voyages of the Beagle – the expedition that led to the publication of Charles Darwin’s ‘On the Origin of Species’. Details: www. henleazegarden club.co.uk n Bristol Think and Grow Rich Meetup - We are a friendly group supporting each other to achieve our personal goals, be they creative, entrepreneurial, adventuresome, a charitable project or otherwise. Each week we read a chapter from “Think and Grow Rich” by Napoleon Hill to study and discuss a skill
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that leads us to success. Join us and achieve your goals! Every Wed 7-9pm. Last week 16th Dec, restart 13th Jan 2016. Cambridge Arms, Coldharbour Road, BS6 7JS. £1 per meeting Contact Nicola on 07875 364910 n Henleaze Garden Club meet on the first Wednesday of each month in the Main Hall, St. Monica’s Trust, Cote Lane. Doors open 7pm for 7.30 start. Visitors are welcome: entry £5 (inc. refreshments). 3 February: Sally Gregson – Hellebores. Sally is a horticultural advisor and writer. She owns Mill Cottage Plants nursery in Wookey. 2 March: Cleve West – Healing Gardens. Cleve West, the wellknown landscape gardener and Chelsea gold medal winner, will talk about how gardens can provide physical and mental benefits. He designed Horatio’s Garden to provide a therapeutic space for people with spinal injuries. Details: www. henleazegardenclub.co.uk n Henleaze Garden Club meets on the first Wednesday of each monthin the Main Hall, St Monica’s Trust, Cote Lane. Doors open 7pm for 7.30 start. Vistitors are welcome: entry £5 (inc refreshments) n Bristol Think and Grow Rich Meetup, 7:30-9:30pm at Cambridge Arms, Coldharbour Road, BS6 7JS. We are a friendly group supporting each other to achieve our personal goals, be they creative, entrepreneurial, adventuresome, a charitable project or otherwise. Each week we read a chapter from “Think and Grow Rich” by Napoleon Hill to study, discuss and practise a skill that leads us to success. Join us and achieve your goals. Cost: £2 per meeting. For more information, contact Nicola on 07875 364910. n Knitnatterstitch Term time,Wednesdays 9.30 -11.30 @ The Foyer, Trinity-Henleaze United Reformed Church, Waterford Road, Henleaze. Please contact Paula at knitnatterstitch@gmail.com for details. Thursday n Knit & Natter - Knit & Natter meets every Thursday between 10am and 12pm @ Methodist Church, WoT. Friendly, fun, and crafty people coming together to pursue their hobbies in a sociable environment.
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n Henleaze Carers Group - A place to share experiences and make new friends. Meeting on the second and fourth Thursday morning of each month from 10am to 12 noon @ Bradbury Hall, Waterford Road, Henleaze. Call Mrs M Rudston on 0117 9426095 for further details. n Henleaze Townswoman’s Guild (Mornings) meet at The Eastfield Inn, Henleaze Road on the third Thursday of every month from 10am to 12noon. Call Elaine Anderson on 0117 9075279 for further information. n Book Group @ Westbury Library - If you love reading come down and join in, meetings are every last Thursday of the month from 2.30pm to 4pm. For more information call Sue on 0117 9594365 n Alicat Children and Theatre (411 years) at Westbury-on-Trym Village Hall, 4pm. Tel: 07917 626388 n Embroidery Club at Westburyon-Trym Village Hall, 8pm. Tel: 0117 9501743 n Henleaze & District Flower Club meet on the second and fourth Thursday of the month at Bradbury Hall, Waterford Road, Henleaze. New members are always welcome. The second Thursdays are Flower demonstrations and the fourth are practise classes. n Would you like to actively participate in a new self-help Philosophy Discussion Group ? Come along to the Eastfield Inn, 219 Henleaze Rd, Bristol BS9 4NQ on the fourth Thursday evening of the month at 7 pm till 9 pm. If you would like to be involved please contact Lorna Tarr 0770 245 3827. n The Friendly Club meets every Thursday from 2-4pm (except August and Christmas) in the Methodist Church Hall, Westbury on Trym. We are a lively group of Senior Citizens who meet to chat, play Scrabble and card games. Regular trips out and entertainments are arranged plus we have delicious tea and biscuits for only £1! Do come and make some new friends. Transport can be arranged. Contact 0117 9508644. n Dance Classes with Cressida, 11am-12pm at St Peter’s Church, The Drive, Henleaze. If you love dancing come along to our weekly class, learning the basics of a single new dance every week! Dances include Flamenco, Bollywood, Cha Cha, Salsa,
Samba, Charleston, Jazz and more! All dances are beginners level and particularly suitable for the over 40’s. More information www.clubcubana.com or 0117 3309549. £5.50 drop in (or £25 for the course). n Drop-In Healing Centre at The Friends Meeting House, 126 Hampton Road, Redland, BS6 6JE. Thursdays from 5.00pm to 6.30pm. Run by Bristol Healing Group on a donation basis and supported by members of NFSH The Healing Trust. Healing is beneficial for well-being and health, helping you to relax and feel better. Come along and try a healing session, everyone is welcome. For more information phone 0117 9820184. Friday
n Badminton (Ladies) at Westbury-on-Trym Village Hall, 10am. Tel: 0117 9681759 Bridge at Westbury-on-Trym Village Hall, 9.30am. Tel: 0117 9687140 n Country Market - Baked goods, garden produce and crafts. 10.30 - 11.30am at the Westbury On Trym Methodist Church Hall Tel : 0117 9687140 n Coffee and refreshments in the coffee bar at Trinity-Henleaze United Reformed Church, Waterford Road. 10am-12pm. Saturday n Dance Nights are held every first Saturday night at Westburyon-Trym Village Hall, from October to August, 7.30pm. Sequence and Ballroom dancing. Light refreshment. Bar open. Tickets £3. Tel: 0117 9680872 n Whiteladies Farmers’ and Fair Trading Market is now held EVERY Saturday to celebrate Green Capital, from 8.30am-2pm. Takes place at the junction of Whiteladies/Apsley/ Burlington Roads. Stalls cover 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. n The Bristol and District branch of Parkinson’s UK meet every first Saturday of the month at St Monica Trust, Cote Lane, BS9 3UN from 10am -12noon. Carers, relatives, spouses, and people with Parkinson’s - all are welcome for a social and informative get-together, with a variety of speakers.
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Ocean are delighted to present to the market this extremely spacious beautiful semidetached home in one of BS9's most sought after spots. The property is located on Stoke Lane at the village end less than 200 yards from Westbury on Trym's wonderful selection of independent shops, restaurants and coffee shops. The property was built circa 1900s and offers stylish accommodation consisting entrance vestibule, entrance hall, lounge that opens to dining room, kitchen, downstairs wc and storage, landing, three bedrooms
There is only One Bristol And it’s a stunning City Centre development of 148 apartments on Lewins Mead. WITH sales now been agreed on over 40 per cent of the properties at this exceptional development. The PG Group is breathing new life into this central location with a mix of one, two and three bedroom apartments. Residents will enjoy an onsite gym, a rooftop garden and concierge service. With prices for a one bedroom apartment starting at £202,000 these apartments are likely to be very popular with city workers, first time buyers and investors. PG Group Director, Stuart Gaiger said “The PG Group is completely transforming this building into a scheme unlike any other in the city. The central location means that residents will have a host of amenities, bars and restaurants at their fingertips.” The apartments will also feature triple glazed windows, Juliet and full balconies, Porcelanosa Kitchens, Duravit bathrooms and wood flooring. They will be coveted for their high end luxury, and attention to detail. Call Savills on 0117 926 5328 or email bristolnewhomes@savills. com
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henleazeandwestburyvoice Local Recruitment For advertising details contact Emma on 0117 908 2121 or email: emma@bishopstonvoice.co.uk
DISTRIBUTORS required to deliver our monthly newspapers in:
ST ANDREWS, REDLAND, BISHOPSTON, WESTBURY ON TRYM & HENLEAZE
If you are reliable and fit then this is a role suitable for all age groups. The newspapers will be delivered to your home ready for distributing. Routes range from 300 to 500 newspapers.
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Companions for the Elderly Required We are recruiting caring individuals to offer companionship & support for older people in their own homes in Henleaze, Westbury-on-Trym, Bishopston, Redland & Horfield and surrounding areas. Empathy is more important than experience and we welcome applicants of all ages. We offer excellent training, flexible hours, competitive pay, and the ability to make a real difference to clients.
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Bristol Care Homes operates 3 care homes in Horfield, Almondsbury and Thornbury, and will soon be opening a 4th home in Fishponds. Our commitment is to excellence of care with constant innovation. We are keen to hear from nurses to lead our teams. Care home nursing is a challenging, rewarding, and fulfilling professional career. It addresses long term holistic personcentred care in a community setting. Nurses set the strategies and lead the care team. We’d be pleased to hear from you and invite you to visit one of our homes to see contemporary professional nursing in advanced care of the elderly. Have a look
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QEH is one of the leading boys’ schools in the country and one of the top performing independent schools in the South West. We seek a part-time Admissions Registrar to assist with handling the high volume of enquiries and applications for places. Excellent administrative and ICT skills combined with a genuine interest in people and education are essential. For further details please contact: The Headmaster’s Secretary Tel: 0117 9303044 or Email: headmaster@qehbristol.co.uk Website www.qehbristol.co.uk
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Tell us about your company The company was established in 1881 and I am the fourth generation continuing the business. I have been in the company since I left school at 16. When I became a director I wanted to continue giving an old fashioned service in modern times. The current staff and I really enjoy our work and are passionate about the new and second jewellery that we sell. What service do you provide to the people of Bishopston & Redland?: We try to give a diversity of jewellery not seen in the chain stores or on line. Many items are sourced from small companies and with the second hand allow us to offer unique pieces of jewellery. Many customers who have inherited jewellery not to their taste have traded them in
for a special item of their choice. We also offer a jewellery repair service and remodelling.
What makes your service different from other companies? My staff and I have been with the company a long time, most of the staff have at least 7-10 years
experience and are extremely approachable, who enjoy their work and are passionate about jewellery.
helping a customer choose that all important present for a special occasion to fitting a watch battery then helping a customer in regard to restoring an old ring.
What is the best part of running your business in What are your plans this area? for the future of the business? I think it is the variety of the business, one moment you are
Currently we plan to continue to offer a friendly service and variety within a family based firm. To continue to offer that something a little bit different, gift wrapped to the customers needs.
Kemps Jewellers 9 Carlton Court Westbury on Trym. 01179505090. www.kempsjewellers.com
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