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Community calls for safer crossing on Cranbrook Road

Worries over Wetherspoons

A third attempt by pub giant JD Wedtherspoon to open on Gloucester Road has prompted many in the area to raise concerns.

Pages 2 & 3 QEH boys raise £37,000 for Laura Students at QEH have raised more than £37,000 for teacher's wife Laura Albon, who needs treatment in the US for MS.

Page 18 'Making Lab' boost for FHS

Fairfield High School has won a £35,000 grant towards a 'Making Lab', which will provide design and technology facilities for the community.

PARENTS from Westbury Park, Bishopston and Redland came with their children, placards and more than a few cuddly animals to highlight the danger of crossing Cranbrook Road. More than 300 people

have signed a petition asking for Bristol City Council to put in a zebra crossing along the upper stretch of this long, busy road. The council’s policy is to prioritise locations "with the worst road accident history" for

new crossings. As two children have been hit by cars on this road in the past year, campaigners want a crossing before further accidents occur. Full story: Pages 4 and 5

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News Wetherspoons on Gloucester Road 'would harm Bishopston ambiance' COUNCILLORS for Bishopston and Ashley Down have objected to the latest application from pub chain JD Wetherspoon to build a new pub on the site of 349 Gloucester Road. This will be the third time the giants of the pub industry have

tried to convince the council that developing the site, which has long been left abandoned, would not negatively affect residents. Wetherspoons held a consultation in April but it does not seem to have helped with the concerns that many feel.

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One change that has been welcomed is a planned rooftop terrace has been dropped but the size and opening hours still have many worried. A further objection is that Gloucester Road is a Cumulative Impact Area, meaning there should be a limited growth of licensed premises because of past problems with alcohol. Tom Brook, Labour councillor for Bishopston and Ashley Down, wrote in his objection on the council planning website: “Whilst we would love to see this building back in use for the community, and whilst Wetherspoons have improved their application since last time, there are still issues with the application.” “I believe that the development, if approved, would reduce residential amenity through increased noise (due to the outdoor smoking area and alcohol-related anti-social behaviour.) The development is almost certain to result in increased anti-social behaviour which, in addition to noise, creates a public nuisance that the Police and other services will have to deal with.” Wetherspoon spokesman Eddie Gershon responded with a statement: “We hosted a consultation with local people to show our plans for the pub scheme. “The overall impression was favourable and following the consultation we have put in our planning application. Wetherspoon has an excellent reputation for the quality of its

pubs and the high standards of its staff. We are committed to being good neighbours and pride ourselves on this. “It is presumptive of the councillor to say there will be issues which the police will need to be involved with. We would point to the fact that Wetherspoon has been awarded more Best Bar None awards, awarded for providing safe pubs, than any other pub company.” Neil Embleton, speaking on behalf Bishopston Society, echoed the fact that there would be a massive negative effect on the area. “The opening of such a large establishment – largely alcohol led and with such late opening hours – would harm the ambiance of Bishopston and the quality of life of nearby residents not to mention the impact on independent local traders who are the hallmark of the Gloucester Road. The importance of this application to the local community cannot be overstressed,” he said. Not everyone is in opposition; a minority of residents have logged support for the proposed pub. Some have welcomed the fact that a site that has been left disused for some time will be developed. Others have welcomed the business, jobs and cheap food that the pub could potentially provide. Brian Williams, of Rozel Road supports the application, writing: “This premises has stood as an eyesore long enough for the type of 'Independent Traders' associated with Gloucester Road

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FHS bids to raise £2000 FAIRFIELD High School has launched a crowdfunding bid to secure an educational partnership with the Bristol Old Vic. It needs to raise £2,000 by September 7 to enable its students to have access to free

to have taken the opportunity to use it. But they haven't - so let a company who is prepared to spend money improve the look of our High Street! Judith Smith from Bishopston commented: "My husband and I would be happy to go there and use it regularly. They offer good meals, a huge variety and are not expensive. We've stayed at the

theatre tickets; talks and tours on working in all elements of the theatre industry; visits to the Bristol Old Vic theatre and weekly workshops at the Horfield secondary school, culminating in a performance on the Bristol Old Vic stage.

Wether Lodges in Tewkesbury and find they are well-run establishments and close the gardens at 10pm. We've lived here for over 50 years and the Gloucester Road is full of food smells - there are a whole load of restaurants here." The planning application remains open and residents can comment online.

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Near misses prompt families to step up their campaign for 'vital' Cranbrook Road crossing PARENTS and children came out in force to highlight the risk of injury crossing Redland’s Cranbrook Road. A petition has been set up for a safe crossing to be provided near the junction of Harcourt Hill and Cairns Road, following two near-miss accidents this year. Mother, and campaign leader, Clare Freshwater-Turner, said: “It’s safety, for our children and for everyone’s children who live in this neighbourhood. Every day I watch children cross this road on their own and it’s just not safe. We’ve had a small child being hit by a car and we don’t want that to happen again.” Nine-year-old Rowan Surrey was walking to Westbury Park School with her mother and younger brother, when she was hit by a car near Harcourt Hill. Although Rowan landed on

the bonnet of the car, she was physically uninjured. Rowan is not the only child who has had a lucky escape.

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Redland Green parent, Nina Higgins, explained: “My son did get hit very lightly - he could have used the pelican crossing but he

was in a bit of a rush and got a bit of knock. I’ve lost two cats on this road and my dog’s been hit but survived. It is a major concern.” At present there are two designated areas to cross Cranbrook Road and quite a distance between them. The road is a regular route for parents and children attending local schools, including Westbury Park, Redland Green and Bishop Road and the playgroup at Cairns Road. Rachel Marawah, a mother of children at Westbury Park Primary, said: “It’s a really busy road and it’s just difficult to cross and that’s for an adult, so I can imagine with children, it’s even more difficult. Even though there’s a 20mph limit, no one travels at 20, and it’s quite difficult to travel at 20 on such a straight, wide road.

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Parent, Ali Ng, added: “I use this road all the time to go to the toddler group at Cairns Road. Also, my older one comes across the road to visit friends after school. It’s always so hard to cross. There are cars up and down here all the time, much faster than 20mph and even people on bikes come down here

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quite fast as it’s quite a slope. I’d just like to see a nice, safe zebra crossing that everyone can see when they are approaching.” Redland ward councillor, Martin Fodor, has been a keen supporter of the campaign since residents alerted him to the accident risk and recent collisions by speeding cards.

He said:“Even one serious accident would be too many, so I’ve been looking for ways we can get the project progressed with better information about traffic speeds, an appraisal of the options for a crossing, and then making sure the project gets prioritised for funding. It’s frustrating that the council

has such limited resources now that we only get one project per neighbourhood per year (that’s across three local wards) so we need to make sure these are where they are most needed.” Clare Freshwater-Turner believes the campaign is off to a good start. “Everyone seems to be listening. The one thing we do seem to hear is ‘there’s no money, there’s no budget’ but I do hope that the council hear how many people think it’s important to do something about this issue. We’ve got over 300 signatures, we have lots of emails from residents, the schools are supportive, and the police are supportive. "Everyone’s on our side - I just hope that the council will listen and do something about the safety issue,” she said. The petition can be signed by children as well as adults and is now live at: http://epetitions. bristol.gov.uk/epetition_core/ view /Make Crossing Cranbrook RoadSafe

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MP Thangam asks: What more can we do to support those who seek refuge? A CROSS-party group of MPs has launched an inquiry into the experiences of new refugees in the UK. The panel, chaired by Bristol West MP, Thangam Debbonaire, will consider the Government’s policies on supporting new refugees, in particular the support available to help refugees integrate in the UK. Ms Debbonaire said: “Over the last year, parliamentarians and the wider British public have spent a lot of time considering what the UK’s response should be to the refugee crisis. However, far less attention has been paid to what happens to refugees once they’ve arrived in the UK. What support are they given to help them rebuild their lives? Are there gaps in the services available? Are some services more difficult to access than others? “The panel will also examine what support is available to local communities who are welcoming and accommodating refugees. What more could be done to assist these areas?” The inquiry, which will be run by the All Party Parliamentary Group on Refugees, will hold a number of oral evidence sessions in Parliament and also invites written evidence from interested groups of individuals, including refugees who have either gone through the UK asylum system or been resettled to the UK.

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News Chance to get the stitching bug! BRISTOL Embroiderers’ Guild are celebrating this year’s National Stitch Day on August 6 with an insect stitching workshop at Bristol Museum. Guild members will be around with worked examples and a helping hand for adults and children making a stitched insect of their own using the Museum’s collection of bugs, beetles and butterflies as inspiration. Beautiful material and accessories such as buttons, beads and ribbons are all

provided for embellishment. Alexia Gardner, Vice Chair of Bristol Embroiderers Guild, said: “We’re setting up an exhibition of our work, including the tree textile that the public made leaves for on the last stitch day to celebrate Bristol Green Capital. We are helping out on the day, enabling the public to have a go themselves and making a bug of their own. It will be a good opportunity to let people know about the work of the Embroiderers Guild both nationally and locally.” The Bristol branch of the Embroiderers’ Guild started 35 years ago in 1981 and has seen many changes to the art during that time. Alexia, who teaches an evening class in textiles at Westbury Village hall, explained: “There is a lot of textile art going on in the world that is different to the more intricate and fine embroidery work of previous years. When I was at

school we were doing cross stitch and things like that whereas now, there are so many more fabrics available, with sparkles and threads, and all sorts of people do different things. “I’ve sewn since I was 14 and it’s a way of furthering my love of textiles. We would like more members and want to stress that all that is needed is a love of textiles. Although some of our ladies can do fine needlework, we are not sewing crinoline ladies anymore!” Branch chairwoman, Julie Stenning, added: “I enjoy the creativity of it and love learning new things. I learn a lot in the workshops that I can incorporate into my work. The friendship side of the group is good too as you meet up with people who have like-minds.” Monthly ‘Meet and Stitch’ meetings are held at the Guide HQ on Westmoreland Road in Redland, plus evening meetings

and lectures at All Saints Church on Pembroke Road. The Guild are also displaying work this summer at Lacock Abbey until October in conjunction with the National Trust’s Capability Brown series of events. A stitched exhibition, based around Fox Talbot’s contribution to photography can be seen in the tea rooms. All the items are mounted to look like they are in a photograph album and use the theme of the house and gardens.

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News Writing their way to success No matter how much a writer imagines their book in print, the process of writing it involves hard work, long hours and more than a little isolation. Joining a writing group can help, providing practical workshops, advice and encouragement to budding authors. Bristol North Writers is an open group which meets twice a month on Thursday evenings at the Inn on the Green in Horfield. They have an active membership of 25, of which about 15 are regulars, including the Bristol’s Literary Festival organiser, Pete Sutton. There is a wide range of ability and talent in the group including published authors, Ian Millsted, Roz Clarke, Joanna Hall, Suzanne McConaghy and Kelvin Henney. As well as publishing a group anthology, 'North by Southwest', the group performed three times at Sanctum in 2015. As a result of that, they have been booked

to read at Farmfest in late July. Members of the group come from all over north Bristol and are currently working on a collection of ghost stories to be published later in 2016. Ian Millsted’s latest book is a departure from his usual science fiction theme for this Horfieldbased writer and teacher. He’s written a Western, ‘Silence Rides Alone’, published by Sundown Press under the name, Charles Millsted, which he hopes will be the first in a series.

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Ian said: “I always liked Westerns as a child and I started the book in an attempt to do something different as there aren’t that many Westerns around. One of the main characters is a East European migrant which reminds me of the mix of people that made up the people of the old West.“ Ian has had stories published in a number of anthologies including the Bristol themed 'Airship shape and Bristol Fashion’, a collection of steampunk stories set in Bristol. Interestingly, the book sold well in America. The bi-monthly meetings are designed to encourage budding writers and build an outward face to the public, including spoken word performance. Maria Herring said: “My confidence has improved since coming here as I never wanted to talk to others about my work before.” Margaret Carruthers added:

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Thangam Debbonaire column

T is an understatement to say that a lot has happened in the past few weeks. The country voted to leave the EU – although 80% of people in Bishopston voted ‘Remain’; we have a new prime minister; and my own party is contesting a leadership election. With so much of all this fizzling away in the media it’s easy to forget that an MP’s work carries on behind the scenes. Whether it’s casework for

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constituents in difficulty, or visits to businesses or charities, or representing you in Parliament through debates, questions and advocacy, there’s a lot to keep us busy. And on top of all that, there are pressing global issues to deal with. A big part of my focus at the moment is the treatment of refugees, both in our country and internationally. I received hundreds of emails, particularly from Bishopstonians, in support of the ‘Dubs Amendment’– a change to the Immigration Bill which commits us to accepting child refugees who are currently alone in Europe. The Dubs Amendment passed, but no children have yet been accepted into the UK as part of this commitment. The pace of processing children in the Calais camps is pitiful. And every day refugee children in Europe disappear through the cracks and fall into the hands of people who exploit them. Meeting with refugee organisations, putting pressure on ministers, and gathering support has been a big part of

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Thangam, last year, with asylum seekers who were receiving support from the Bristol Hospitality Network my recent work in Parliament. It’s important to hold the government to account. But child refugees are only one part of the picture. With no end in sight to Syria’s civil war, we need to think hard about the support available for people who have fled for safety. As chair of the ‘All Party Parliamentary Group on Refugees’, I’m leading MPs from all parties in a public inquiry. We’ll look at how refugees are helped to integrate – are they able to find somewhere to stay, employment, and language support, for example? And they’ll need support whether or not we’re in the EU and regardless of who the leader of the Labour Party is.

My other priority is working out the potential impact of Brexit. I’ve been talking to businesses, worried individuals, universities, other MPs, and our Mayor Marvin Rees. Together we’ll work out how to get the best deal for jobs and trade, and to retain the workers’ rights and environmental protections currently ensured by EU law. You’ll see lots from me and other MPs from all parties on this in the autumn. Have a great summer, and remember that my team and I are on hand to answer questions and help you with any problems you might have. Just email me at Thangam.debbonaire.mp@ parliament.uk .

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Changing lives through recycled rugs BISHOPSTON resident, Kath Mayall, is helping to turn lives around in West Africa through making rugs using recycled materials. “I started this project about 15 years ago and provide rug students with a small hand held rugging tool a thick needle and a pair of scissors. All the materials to make the rugs are sourced for

free locally, hessian potato sacks for the base and offcuts from the many dressmakers and tailors in the area. “I help to sell them at local markets in The Gambia and bring back as many as I can to sell in Bristol at craft fairs and art trails,” Kath explained. Kath usually spends the winter months in villages in The Gambia and teaches local men and women to make rugs using recycled materials. She has also taught them macramé, a form of textilemaking using knotting, and last winter four young men made

great hanging basket pot holders. The macramé pot-holders are very strong and will withstand outdoor conditions as well as looking great in a conservatory. All the profits from these projects go back to the people who make the rugs and the macramé pot holders. Over the years more than 30 people have made them, ranging from men in their twenties to women in their sixties, and more than 500 colourful rugs have been made and sold. Some people from Sierra Leone, Ghana and Senegal have moved back home and have taken this skill with them using letting, symbols and random patterns to give their rugs a personal touch. All the profits from the sale of the rugs go back to the people who make them. Kath said: “It's quite amazing when someone produces a colourful rug and says, ‘I can't

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PUPILS at Queen Elizabeth’s Hospital (QEH) have raised a magnificent £37,488 following a fundraising campaign to support the family of much loved sports teacher Simon Albon. Simon wanted to raise £20,800 to travel to America with his wife, Laura, for pioneering stem cell therapy to treat her aggressive Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Thanks to the amazing fundraising efforts the school community there is enough money to pay for both Simon and Laura’s travel to the US, and fund an upgrade in the treatment to give Laura the very best chance of success. Simon said: "I am in awe of my wife and her ability to battle her disease every day. We have a gorgeous 15 month old son and she is a superb mother. It breaks my heart to see what she has to endure to complete everyday tasks. Even simple trips to the shops are too difficult and most of the time Laura avoids trips out of the house, unless I can be with her to support her. “Stem cell therapy has shown remarkable results all over the world in halting the disease but we are several years away from this being available on the NHS, hence the need to travel to America.” The money has been raised via the crowdfunding website, Go Fund Me, but also by a number of different activities that the boys came up with. Bertie Scoble, Year 12, held an afternoon tea and charity auction at his home and raised in the region of £4,000. QEH Year 9 boys held a Charity Challenge Day, taking part in a number of physical activities that they received sponsorship for and raised

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QEH pupils' group effort to fund US stem cell treatment for teacher’s wife who has MS

£2,360. Year 7 boys also held a Charity Day which included a staff car wash and raised £460, plus a group of Year 7 parents got together and organised a £10 an hour football match with lots of activities which raised £2,270. The boys have also completed lots of individual challenges. As well as sponsored swims and charity concerts, one boy took his cello to Clifton Village for an impromptu street performance, raising £90, another walked the

12 miles to school which meant he had to get up at 3.45am and raised over £200. The Junior School took part in a ‘Climb Everest’ event which involved boys climbing Brandon Hill enough times to have climbed Everest and one of the catering ladies knitted a fantastic QEH bear which was raffled and raised £163. QEH will also be making a donation to the MS Therapy Centre in Bradley Stoke, which has supported Laura

hugely. Former pupils of the school have also thrown their support behind the campaign and took part in charity football match at the school’s sports grounds at Failand in June, organised by Old Elizabethans AFC. Laura, who worked as a nurse within the NHS, was diagnosed with MS in February 2009. Her symptoms range from severe fatigue, an inability to balance and walk, numbness, depression, swallowing and speech problems and bladder issues. She used to be able to play sports and exercise, walk to work and complete a busy shift on the ward looking after her patients. Now she is lucky if she can walk 100 metres with a walking stick. Stephen Holliday, headmaster at QEH, said: “Simon is an incredibly popular teacher, among pupils, parents and staff, and it is wonderful to see the whole school community coming together to support his family.” You can learn more about the school’s fundraising efforts, and make a donation via the gofundme page: www.gofundme. com/FightLaurasMS.

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BOWLING may have an image as a game for older people but Bristol St Andrews Bowling Club are keen to encourage youngsters, parents and lady bowlers to join the club. Three groups of cubs & scouts from the local Bristol 63rd Scout Group visited the club on July 11 for a taster session. About 70 children with parents took to the green and plenty of sweets and lollipops were awarded as prizes. July 12 saw the resident group, Gloucester Road Women, link up with two other groups from Clifton and Durdham Downs, for bowls coaching. Bristol St Andrews are currently top of the North East Bristol Division 2. This year they have played 11 games and won 11 so far. There are seven games to go this season and the team are pushing for promotion. The Bristol and District side are

mid table in Division 1 and the Sunday league team are trying to stay up in the Glos League, Div 1, which is a higher standard of bowling. The club host friendly mixed matches on midweek afternoons and weekends, for all to take

Bishopston Green in deputy leader elections BISHOPSTON’S Daniella Radice is hoping to be elected as Deputy Leader of the Green Party. The former councillor who lost her seat at the last Bristol council elections is keen to remain in politics. Daniella said: “I am standing for deputy leader as, since losing the election in Bishopston, I want to use the experience I gained as a Green Party Councillor and assistant Mayor at a national level. “As deputy leader I see my role as ensuring a good connection between local parties and our national organisation. I am also keen to campaign nationally on housing.” Green Party members will vote between July 25 and August 25, with the winners unveiled at the party’s annual conference in Birmingham, held between September 2 - 4. The party has elections every two years for the Leader and

part in with an offer for adults to join the club from now until the end of October. There is a joining fee of £10.00 for adults and £5.00 for children and the club provides coaching for new bowlers and all the equipment needed.. There is an end of season

Open Fours Competition coming up on Sunday 25th September. It costs £24 per rink for anyone wishing to enter. For more information about the club see http://www. bristolstandrewsbowlingclub. co.uk/ or email:bristolstandrews bowlingclub@hotmail.co.uk

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Deputy Leader roles. Daniella is standing against existing Deputy Leaders, Shahrar Ali and Amelia Womack, plus 4 other verified candidates. Natalie Bennett is also stepping down as leader of the Green Party after two terms in office.

A new estate agency has opened at 66 Gloucester Road hoping to cater for those keen to live in this busy, thriving part of the city. The Lord Mayor of Bristol, Jeff Lovell, performed the launch ceremony of the new branch of Besley Hill Estate Agents in July, cutting the ribbon with style. Joshua Offer, 27, and his best friend Danny Dean, 29, have taken over the Bishopston franchise after gaining extensive experience working in property. “We have dealt with everything from room lets to new build apartments to multi-

million pound properties in the countryside so there isn’t much we haven’t been involved with in the property world,” said Joshua. “We have lots of fresh ideas for the Bishopston branch but our main aim is to bring a young, enthusiastic approach to modern estate agency without losing the values of old school customer service.” Besley Hill Bishopston is one of a group of 15 offices that have been trading successfully throughout Bristol and South Gloucestershire since the 1970s.

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GOVERNMENT funded nursery places for two-year-olds are going unused across the city because not enough families know about the scheme. There are spaces in all of the 22 Mama Bear’s Day Nurseries in the South West, including two near Whiteladies Road, which are open to children eligible for the year-round childcare allowance. Kerry Sturmey, regional manager at Mama Bear’s, said: “There are so many funding options available to families to help them with the cost of childcare but they just don’t know about them, which is a real shame. “The Stretched Funding scheme is brilliant - not only does it mean parents can spread the funding out across the year, it’s also great for the children who gain from consistent care.”

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Oasis Brightstowe students rise to the challenge of military life YOUNGSTERS at Oasis Academy Brightstowe in north Bristol tackled a range of tough military tasks as they spent a day sampling life in the Army. The Year 10 pupils were among those from 16 local schools represented at the Military Challenge Event, held at Colerne Airfield in Wiltshire. The schools competed against each other in activities including paintballing, soft target shooting and an assault course, supervised by soldiers from famous British Army regiments including the Coldstream Guards, Royal Signals and Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers. Maths teacher Paul Greenup, who organised the trip, said: “The day is designed to support team-building and leadership development, and provide an insight into Army careers, as well

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STUDENTS from The Red Maids' School took part in a national competition run by the Engineering Development Trust. The girls - Bethany Filer, Olivia Hughes, Pippa Maggs and Anna Toft - came up with an innovative idea for a mobile, acoustic meeting space to allow meetings to be held in busy areas of open plan offices using

specialist sound absorbing surfaces. During the academic year, they worked alongside engineers from their mentor company, Saint Gobain, and presented their ideas at a celebration and assessment day held at RollsRoyce, Filton, in July. Out of 20 teams from schools across the South West, the

Redmaids' team was one of only two to be awarded a prize for their work. The girls received the award for ‘Best Idea’. Headmistress Isabel Tobias said: “I am delighted with the way our team collaborated and developed their imaginative ideas into an inventive design for this project and congratulate them on their award.

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CHILDREN from Fairlawn School in Montpelier are ready and waiting for the Olympic Games this month. The first group of youngsters who started at the new school nearly a year ago took part in the Road to Rio Challenge along with other schools in the CGS Trust. This involved sampling various Olympic sports and learning about the importance of being active. The week culminated in a danceathon, which was run for the children by dance leaders from Colston's Girls' School. Activities during the week were 'converted' to miles as students in all the Trust schools

attempted to cover the 5,697 miles between Bristol and the Brazilian city. The challenge is organised by Get Set, the British Olympic Association and British Paralympic Association's campaign to inspire and inform young people about the Games and to encourage them to be more active. Rachel Cockcroft, who leads on PE for CGS Trust, said: “This has been a truly inspirational week for all of us. We planned an inclusive programme, with something to enthuse everyone about the Olympics and the importance of being active.”

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Making Lab launch opens up exciting possibilities at FHS

STUDENTS at Fairfield High School will soon be literally at the cutting edge of digital technology. The secondary school in Horfield, Bristol, has won a £35,000 grant from the Wolfson Foundation to install a Making Lab, where students can create “almost anything”. For the first time, they will be able to design products on computers and then build them using digital fabrication technology. There will be a particular emphasis on robots and electronic devices. The new design studio and lab, which will be ready for use in September, opens up many possibilities for further development of GCSE courses in engineering, computer science, science, fine art, graphics and photography. Local primary schools will also be able to benefit from the improved facilities and it is

hoped that in time the project might be upgraded to a Fab Lab. Assistant Principal Vanetta Spence believes the introduction of the CAD/CAM (computer aided design/computer aided technology) technology and the digitally controlled machines and tools is very exciting for the school. “Up to now, our engineering students have been able to design products but not see them through to fabrication,” she said. “This also allows us to take computer science out of the abstract. Students can use their coding expertise to create simple robotic systems right down to the circuit boards. We believe the lab will attract more students on to these courses, giving them a competitive edge when seeking apprenticeships, further and higher education and jobs. It will put us at the forefront of digital fabrication in schools.”

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News A Dementia Friendly City? There's still a lot more that we can do

BRISTOL Dementia Action Alliance (BDAA) held a ‘Coming of Age’ event on July 8 to celebrate three years of operation and their recent registration as a charitable incorporated organisation. The event was held at Westbury Baptist Church in Reedley Road, with information from people and agencies with whom the group have made links, telling the story of the BDAA so far and their plans for the future. Tony Hall, whose wife Barbara has Dementia, started the organisation as a result of a public meeting three years ago, questioning, “Is Bristol a Dementia Friendly City?” The conclusions were that, although there was a lot of support and help for people living with Dementia and their carers, more could be done. Brace, a registered charity based at Southmead Hospital that funds medical research into Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, and the Alzheimer’s Society both gave talks about their work. There was plenty of encouraging discussion about finding ways of diagnosing the disease earlier and more accurately, and developing more effective treatments.

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Norman McNamara, who has Dementia with Lewy Bodies, gave an inspirational speech about how he and a few of his friends in Torquay began the Purple Angel campaign following an incident in a local supermarket where he was treated very badly. The symbol of hope has been adopted worldwide by people and upholds the principle that people with dementia have an absolute right to enjoy a good quality of life and continued involvement in their local community so far as they are able and willing to do so. Norman also talked about an innovative range of musical memory joggers that can be used to help a person with dementia have good short-term memory recall, helping them with safety issues around the house and on the phone. Invited guests experienced two fun activities known to have therapeutic effects - singing for the brain and sitting Zumba. Experienced Zumba teacher, Marie, roused the crowd and put everyone in the mood for a party. The birthday celebrations continued with a cake and the candles were blown out by Bristol’s Lord Mayor, Councillor Jeff Lovell.

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Bishopston, Cotham and Redland Neighbourhood Partnership News

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FOLLOWING the success of last year’s event, the Bishopston, Cotham and Redland Neighbourhood Partnership is running the Community Fair on Saturday, September 17 at St Michael’s Church on Gloucester Road. Community groups of all types and interests are invited to use the fair as an opportunity to tell people about what they are doing in the area. It’s also an opportunity to talk to the working groups of the Neighbourhood Partnership, which are made up of local residents, councillors and officers. Residents can tell them about ideas for the area, issues which could be improved, and how this could be achieved. Alison Bromilow, chair of the Neighbourhood Partnership Communities & Engagement groups, said: “There is an amazing amount of volunteer effort going on in Bishopston, Cotham and Redland, and we want people to feel that the Neighbourhood Partnership is a good place to network and showcase some of the activities that our community are engaging with. By offering a space for people to talk to the wider public and each other, that is a great way of getting to know what the Neighbourhood Partnership needs to do to support the community, so we want to hear from anyone who can think of a way we can help them.” The fair will run from 12.30pm to 16.30pm, and will

have many stalls and food, as well as events and entertainment. It also offers the opportunity of funding to community groups and individuals for an idea to improve the area in a way that meets one or more of the Neighbourhood Partnership’s priorities. Applicants are invited to present their ideas at the Community Fair where they will be voted on by the public. Amounts of up to £350 per person or group are available through the Little Grants for Big Ideas scheme, and the application process is simple, with no complicated hoops to jump through. The closing date

for applications is August 29, and more information, including the application form, is available on the Neighbourhood Partnership’s website: www.bcrnp.org.uk/ little-grants-for-big-ideas . Tom Brook, Councillor for Bishopston & Ashley Down, said: “Little Grants for Big Ideas is a brilliant way for local people and groups to get the funding that they need to make their suggestion for improving the area a reality. As long as the idea meets one or more of the Neighbourhood Partnership’s priorities, any idea is acceptable. “Last year a grant was given to Chandos Neighbourhood

Association to carry out activities and research in their area, and we were ecstatic to hear of all they have achieved using the Little Grant to kick-start their project. Window Wanderland was another recipient and we are delighted that the original Big Idea has spread to not only more areas in our Neighbourhood, but across Bristol.” Anyone interested in finding out more about the Community Fair or Small Grants for Big Ideas, or needs help with an application, can email info@ bcrnp.org.uk .

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In Cotham this month... THANKS to everyone who responded to my request last time for particular issues to be addressed in this article and in the future. Street scene issues were popular. The new mayor has supported the emphasis on education and enforcement, but then so did the previous mayor. A major development, however, is the virtual certainty of the Bristol Waste Company (BWC) - which trades independently while a part of Bristol City Council - being awarded a 10 year trading period. BWC took over from Kier by mutual agreement 12 months ago. They propose a staged improving service which will include advocating recycling but enforcement still rests with the council. This understaffed section is being redeployed and consolidated with all other enforcement functions which could be beneficial. Results will be monitored by the Neighbourhoods Scrutiny Commission that I chair and which this year has seen its responsibilities greatly increase. I am pleased that BWC will have a holistic responsibility for waste reduction, collection, disposal and the resulting finances, which will incentivise better practice. Complaints should still be made via the BCC website. The issue of Residents Parking Zones (RPZs) is less clear. I was a member of the Cabinet that introduced the

first zone in Kingsdown after a favourable local consultation. Two other zones followed, also with resident support, in Cotham athough CN zone was delayed by the last mayor who also broke our promise and raised charges by 60%. With fines this has turned the zones into a cash cow which the Lib Dems have always resisted. I have witnessed the trend for increasing approval of local residents, however, there are still unresolved issues around timing in certain streets, single yellow lines, concessionary permits, signage and management. I welcome the opportunity for further consultation but people in Cotham should not fear that local parking protection is to be abandoned. RPZs are popular locally where there is a clear need and the displacement effect of most zones on adjacent areas must be factored in. The effect of high usage of private cars in the more central areas of Bristol is disproportionate. Even if promised powers under devolution for the better regulation of our bus services is delivered, an improved service and lower fares will only be driven out from greater usage. Cllr. Anthony Negus Lib Dem Councillor for Cotham Ward anthony.negus@bristol.gov. uk Tel: (0117) 3534713

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In Redland this month... Residents parking Plans to extend the Redland parking zone are at long last coming to fruition, despite a recent delay. This arises from the election period where it could not be announced, and then a ‘review’ announced by the new Mayor. We followed this review up at once and have spoken to the Cabinet member leading the review and the officers managing parking schemes. It has been confirmed by the new mayor that any new schemes will have to have support from residents, Councillors and the local Neighbourhood Partnership. In the already-developed extension schemes around the top of Redland Rd we know these are wanted by the vast majority of residents, they have been formally drawn up in response to comments, and are ready for the formal advertising of the proposals, with our support. They were already in areas previously

approved by the Cabinet for a scheme. So we now anticipate they should go ahead after a short delay. Bus services Following concern from residents we are pleased to say the council has liaised with First bus so that following the withdrawal of the no 19 Wessex bus service, the route of the no 72 is to be amended to cover the loss of service. The changes will take effect from 4th September when the service 72 will operate its current route to Redland Station, then turn left onto Redland Grove, Cotham Grove, Cotham Road, St Michaels Hill, Tyndall’s Avenue, Elton Road/University Road, Queens Avenue, Park Street then onto Temple Meads. This will allow passengers to have continued access to both universities. The service will operate every 30 minutes Monday to Saturday. Another

change is that the 8 & 9 are now separate services . By changing at the bus stops by Redland station it is going to be possible to get from Gloucester Rd to Whiteladies Rd. BCR Neighbourhood Partnership - September Community Da There is an opportunity for small grant funding at the Community Day on September 5 and November 28. Traffic schemes The new resident led highway schemes for Sommerville Road, Effingham Road (a crossing to the main park gates) and Cairns Road are inching their way to being started. In Sommerville Road the plans are reaching the legal drafting stage for implementation this financial year. The others are more advanced as they started earlier and so the actual build contracts

are now being drawn up with highway companies to get the work done. Bristol North Baths The latest information we have is that a lead contractor has been identified who is willing to complete the new build by the end of October. The work should be underway when you read this! Please note that St Andrews is now all part of Ashley ward so concerns about issues there should now be raised with the three Ashley councillors. Fi Hance Green Party Councillor for Redland Ward Assistant Mayor for Neighbourhoods (job share) Tel 0117 353 4720 Martin Fodor Redland ward Green Party Councillor 07884 736101

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In Bishopston this month... Brunel House The planning application to convert Brunel House (one of the Muller Orphanages) to flats, with an additional new block alongside, has been approved. We called for a good proportion of affordable housing to be included in the development, inline with the Council’s guidance of 30-40%. However, the approved application has only 15% affordable housing; not what we would have liked but better than nothing. The affordable homes will also be spread over different sizes of apartments to encourage diversity of residents Cricket Club We’ve been meeting with Gloucestershire County Cricket Club and the Howzat? residents’ group to discuss the problems and issues that have arisen during the cricket season so far. The results have been promising and all parties will continue

working together, alongside other partners such as the Police. If you have an issue on match days please report it – don’t assume someone else has! The Neighbourhood Partnership has produced the following FAQ which will help you work out who to contact, and please CC us in to any correspondence also so we can be aware: www.bcrnp. org.uk/2016/05/26/gloucestercounty-cricket-ground-faq. Devolution Consultation The public consultation on the creation of a new West of England Mayoral Combined Authority, including how this would work and what it means, is now open. The Combined Authority would manage new powers, funding and responsibilities that would be handed from central Government to the region. Please do take the time to have your say on this very important decision. You can find

out more details, and participate in the consultation, here: www. westofenglanddevolution.co.uk Neighbourhood Partnership Community Fair The Bishopston, Cotham and Redland Neighbourhood Partnership will be holding its annual Community Fair on the 17th September from 12:30 – 16:30 at St. Michael’s Church on Gloucester Road. It should be a great event with stalls, attractions, and the chance to vote for your favourite applicants in the Little Grants for Big Ideas scheme. See page 19 to find out more. We hope to see you there! Number 19 Bus As we reported last month, the Number 19 bus, which runs between the Centre/University of Bristol and UWE via Cotham and Gloucester Road, was being withdrawn by Wessex on July 24. We are pleased to say that First are going to modify the route of

their number 72 bus to adopt the route of the cancelled 19 from September 4. This will allow passengers to have continued access to both universities and will operate every 30 minutes Monday to Saturday. This is hopefully welcome news to those who were affected by the 19’s cancellation! Wetherspoon’s As mentioned on page 2, Wetherspoons have put in another application to convert 349-353 Gloucester Road into one of their premises. We will both be submitting oppositions to the application. You can view and comment on all city planning applications here: www. planningonline.bristol.gov.uk/ online-applications . Please do get in touch! Tom Brook – Cllr.Tom. Brook@bristol.gov.uk Eleanor Combley – Cllr. Eleanor.Combley@bristol. gov.uk

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Medispa clinic A MULTI-AWARD-WINNING medical spa group launched its first clinic outside of London in Whiteladies Road last month with a glittering champagne and canape party. EF Medispa, which specialises in complementary, aesthetic and surgical treatments, combines cutting edge treatments alongside wellness services, fitness classes, a juice bar and Bristol’s first Drip and Chill Lounge. With established clinics in Kensington, St John’s Wood, Canary Wharf and Chelsea and with a host of celebrity clients, EF Medispa was Britain’s first comprehensive medical spa and

was launched almost a decade ago by founder and industry expert, Esther Fieldgrass. Speaking of the clinic’s first franchise, which will be run in Bristol by businesswoman Elena Hunt, Esther said: “We are delighted to be launching the first franchised EF MEDISPA flagship clinic in Bristol and with Elena at the helm, I am sure it will be a great success. “This clinic, will offer the same selection of award-winning therapies that we provide to our clients in London but is also more of a lifestyle concept, with various wellbeing services available, perfect for Bristol’s vibrant and individual culture.”

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Celebrating Age Festival - date changed to September 18 IN a city as busy as Bristol it's not surprising that two events collide - the surprise is that it hasn't happened before. The Celebrating Age Committee was stunned to learn that their launch day of September 25 at M Shed, planned for a year, conflicted with Bristol's Half Marathon! With all the roads closed, the only way for people to get to M Shed was to come by water, or run in the Marathon, so wisely the committee has decided to change the date to the week before, Sunday, September 18. "Bristol's older people are pretty game and usually up for anything, but I thought asking them to swim to M Shed was a bit much!" laughed Judith

Brown, Deputy Chair of the Committee. The Celebrating Age Festival was set up in 2007 in response to the Bristol's Quality of Life Strategy for Older People. The aim is to recognise the positive value of older people and combat age discrimination, place older people at the centre of thinking and planning of services, promote independence and encourage social cohesion across the generations. “We are very grateful to the stall holders and activity leaders who have rallied to the cause of producing Celebration day one week earlier - it should be a great day; September 18, 10am - 4pm at the M Shed," Judith added.

YOUNG readers from Bishopston, Redland, Henleaze and Horfield are encouraged to take part in this year’s Summer Reading Challenge when Libraries everywhere will be celebrating 100 years of one of the world’s greatest storytellers, Roald Dahl. The Big Friendly Read, Summer Reading Challenge 2016, will feature some of Roald Dahl’s best-loved characters and the amazing artwork of his principal illustrator, Sir Quentin Blake. The free annual event challenges children to read six books over the summer holidays and earn a fantastic Big Friendly Read medal and certificate. Councillor Margaret Hickman, Cabinet Member

for Neighbourhoods with responsibility for libraries, said: “The Summer Reading Challenge is a great way to get children interested in books and reading Roald Dahl has been inspiring children for generations, and I would encourage all families to take part in this fantastic event. “Libraries can help encourage children to become confident readers and provide hours of free summer holiday entertainment.” Children can find competitions, challenges, author interviews, news, and the book sorter - which recommends what children might like to read next, on the Summer Reading Challenge website http://www. summerreadingchallenge.org.uk/ throughout the year.

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News Fun day out for you and your dog THE Family Fun Day and Dog Show returns to Avon Riding Centre in Henbury on August 21. A busy morning of pedigree judging begins shortly after the doors open at 9.45am, followed by an afternoon of novelty classes. Fun, prizes and rosettes galore are promised including best puppy, best veteran and an award for the best child handler. The event, in aid of South Gloucestershire stray dogs, promises to be a great day out for all the family, with or without a dog. There is plenty to do and have a go at, including craft and gift stalls, doggie themed stalls, lots of kids games and stalls to keep them amused, a child’s pet drawing competition judged by a local artist and face painting. Have a go Agility and Rally-O, Fastest Recall and Doggie games happen throughout the day and if it all gets to be too much for you and your pooch, then it’s

easy to slip off for a quiet walk through Blaise Woods at the side. Organiser, Julia Deane, is a volunteer with local group, Friends of South Glos Strays, who help support stray dogs and promote good dog ownership, education, and free micro chipping. Julia said: “We think secondhand dogs make first class pets and offer great therapy. We want to include people with and without pets as a lot of our volunteers can’t have dogs. We have run a family fun day and dog show at Avon Centre for some years now and we would love help locally and throughout Bristol. We raised £3,000 last year through the show, which is pretty good for a small group, and are hoping for do as well this year too.” See fossdogshow@hotmail. co.uk for more information.

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News Photography exhibition blooms for gardener Shelley WHEN you walk past a wellkept garden you admire in the leafy suburbs of Redland or Bishopston, the chances are that it may well be one maintained by gardener and photographer, Shelley Everett. Shelley’s work outdoors allows her to combine her two great loves - gardening and plant photography. She specialises in macro photography, taking close up shots and plant portraits, and has an exhibition of her work on display this August at the Better Food Company cafe in St Werburghs. Shelley said: ”I exhibited there last year and I was flattered that they asked me back as they had a lot of really nice comments on the work. I know that when people look at the pictures it links to how they feel and connect with the environment.” The exhibition features photographs from Bristol, some of plants at the Botanic Garden in Stoke Bishop, and others from one of the highest botanic

gardens in the world, at Vail in Colorado. “I love the creativity of the shape, texture and the colouring of plants. You can discover amazing things when you use a camera to look at nature, often just because it’s magnified. Part of the joy is discovering what is all around us, just waiting to be seen in different ways and I want to be able to translate that into a format where other people can experience and relate to it too,” she said. Shelley started up her own gardening and photography business in 2014, after a decade helping unemployed young people start up their own businesses at the Prince's Trust. She now has a full list of satisfied gardening clients and a blossoming photography business selling calendars, prints and greeting cards, which takes up the slack when there is little gardening work in winter. Shelley has been able to draw on her previous experience at the

Prince’s Trust, where there was an emphasis on having a mentor to help build a business. She has been fortunate to have one of the UK’s top plant photographers, Clive Nichols, as her mentor, learning from his extensive experience. She added: “Some of my best photographs are of plants that are past their best. Being a gardener you are often

intimate with people’s old age and infirmities and I think with nature it’s great to be able to see that there is beauty in a plant’s demise. “For me, it’s all about connecting with nature: I have to garden and I can’t not garden. It’s my form of mindfulness and hugely therapeutic.” To find out more visit www. shelleyeverett.co.uk .

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Macmillan fund raising event proves popular during Wimbledon Wimbledon came to Spire Specialist Care Centre at Aztec West on July 7 when a fundraising event was held in aid of Macmillan to celebrate the centre’s second anniversary. Murray Mound was re-created with a big screen televising the afternoon’s play and a marquee dealt with the fear of threatened showers. The event was well supported by ex-patients, local cancer support groups, GPs, consultants and staff from the centre and sister hospital Spire (The Glen) in Redland. Staff donated prizes for the tombola as did Starbucks and Alan Bendrey & Co hairdressers at Aztec West. Guests enjoyed afternoon tea, strawberries and

cream and a glass of Pimms, a good time was had by all. Spire Specialist Care Centre is a purpose built facility offering state of the art technology to provide radiotherapy treatment for cancer patients. It offers rapid access to treatment with no waiting lists in a calm environment with ample free parking. Patients come from far and wide to receive their treatment at the centre and feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. The centre is able to treat all cancer types and has full supportive services in place. The consultants and small team of clinicians are experts in their field and passionate about the care they provide their patients.

out of suitable building sites SPARE gardens, garages and parking areas are being built on by residents anxious to make the most productive use of land in Bristol’s suburbs. Helm Construction has completed a modern mews-style house at the rear of Tyne Road in Bishopston which makes the most of a particularly restrictive space. Managing director Paul Evans said: “Bishopston is close to the city centre and has a distinctive character all of its own – but despite appearances there are often ways of opening up under-used sites within the district.” Many of the 19th century homes in the area have large, long gardens accessed by lanes. “An increasing percentage of our work is from people looking to develop these type of sites in and around Bristol. We have just finished similar schemes at Peache Road, Muller Road and Cossham Street. “All of these sites have been granted planning permission as residents take the opportunity to utilise under-used space. We believe making best use of existing brownfield sites helps reduce the burden on the Green Belt,” added Paul. Paul said inner city sites tended to be fairly restricted in terms of elbow room and this factor can put some builders off, however these smaller sites can be seen as a crucial component in providing the homes Bristolians need.

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ENGLAND'S ‘The Lionesses’ and women’s football in general has at times this year out-shone the performance of some betterknown men’s teams. There is a real enthusiasm for girls football, building teams from the ground up, and one that is doing well in the Bristol Girls League is The Ravens. Coaches, Phil Jones and Mark Wheatley, train the team of 14 and 15 year old girls from Bishopston, Westbury Park, Lawrence Weston and Southmead. Phil said: “There are physical and social benefits to joining a team. It’s good for fitness and the girls form new friendships. When a lot of the girls join they’ve played a little football and learn to defend and attack and it’s great to see them get into the competitive side of things.” The team have been going for four years, beginning when the girls played in the under 11 league. The Ravens now play in two age groups, an under 15 and an under 16 team, and have space

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for addition players. The coaches are looking for girls at school in Year 9 or 10 with an interest in playing football and who have some level of ball skill. They may have kicked a ball around in the park but not necessarily competitively or have played previously in

a team but for some reason, stopped. Phil added: “I think it’s about developing the girls' confidence. Some already have a latent skill - the idea of the coaching is to bring their skills levels to the fore and recognise their own abilities. “The girls start out from

having little match experience but as time goes on they work together more as a team, and recognise each other’s strengths and weaknesses. The improvement that you see is a result of the training - we use fitness drills to improve ball skills and a positional sense. We like to think that we have built a real team spirit here.” The Ravens are a good, solid, middle-ranking team who are looking to improve this season. They enter tournaments throughout the year, including the Gloucestershire Football Association Cup and Futsul, and compete in the Bristol Girls League. Training is on a Monday evening, from 6pm - 7pm at Elm Park, beside Filton Sports and Leisure Centre. Girls who are interested in joining the team are encouraged to contact The Ravens by the end of August as the season starts early in September, either by email bristolravens@gmail.com or call Phil Jones on 07954 132207.

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Crash can't stop Ironman Sean from raisng cash for charity SEAN Morgan has overcome a serious crash to complete his first charity Ironman. Sean, a former resident of Horfield, is the operations & commercial director for local business, Kellaway Building Supplies. His efforts, swimming 2.4 miles, cycling 112 miles and running a 26.2 mile marathon, were to raise money for the company’s chosen charity, Children’s Hospice South West. The achievement is made all the more impressive as his training was interrupted by a road accident in April. “Unfortunately, I was hit off my bike by a motorist while out training,” explained Sean. He suffered serious facial & muscular injuries as well as plenty of stitches. After hospital care, huge support from his family and a brief break from work, Sean was

able to return to training a few weeks after the accident, even more determined to complete his goal. He finished the gruelling event in an impressive 13 hours and 14 minutes and is already planning his next event to support the charity. Sean, who is Kellaway’s charity ambassador, has managed to raise more than his initial target of £3,000 for the Children’s Hospice South West with the current figure standing at over £4,400.

Invaluable “The charity does amazing work and the care they provide is invaluable to people in their hour of need. I am proud to be able to support Children’s Hospice South West & I am delighted Kellaway have been able to get behind the charity and have completed some great fundraising & awareness

events, with much more to come in the next few months,” Sean added. Children’s Hospice South West provides hospice care for children with life-limiting conditions and their whole family across the South West. The care provided is wide ranging; from respite and short breaks, emergency care, palliative care and end of life support. The charity operates three hospices; Charlton Farm near Bristol, Little Bridge House in North Devon & Little Harbour in mid Cornwall. If you would like to support Sean & Children’s Hospice South West, you can donate here: http://uk.virginmoneygiving. com/fundraiser-web/ fundraiser/showFundraiserPage. action?userUrl=SeanMorgan1 or visit http://www.chsw.org.uk/ to find out more about the charity.

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With young cats, furballs can be a common cause for them to vomit, if your cat makes some horrible hacking noises then vomits up a mucky ball of fur and then seems perfectly happy and doesn’t vomit again then this is likely the cause of the vomiting. With long haired cats, hairballs can be a regular problem and sometimes they can get a little blocked up with these, there are medications and foods that your vet can recommend that will help to smooth their passage through. Young cats can also start vomiting if they have eaten something inappropriate. If your cat suddenly starts vomiting and vomits a few times then it is well worth popping them into the vet. Sometimes it can be a simple upset tummy or sometimes it can be when cats have a very dangerous obstruction

in their tummy from eating an object, this can be a toy or string, babies dummies are a particular favourite.

With older cats, if you have noticed that they are vomiting, there can be an underlying medical cause for the vomiting. Other symptoms you may have noticed would be a change in their appetite, drinking or toileting. If your cat is urinating more than they used to then this can be an indicator or organ problems particularly kidney problems. A simple blood test or even a urine test may be recommended by your vet to diagnose the cause of their vomiting. There can also be more nasty causes of

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Festival of chanting will aid the homeless The first 7 hour Kirtan Fest in Bristol will be led by Tablatom, Tim Chalice, Babaji Temple Singers, Sivani Mata, Nikki Slade

and Amma’s Glastonbury Satsang Group, all well-known Kirtanists in the UK. The event, held on September 3 at Newman Hall in Westbury- on-Trym from 3pm to 10pm, is in honour of a well-known Sivananda Yoga teacher to the West and proceeds will go to homelessness projects in Bristol. Kirtan chanting is a very old yogic practice of singing from the heart and is part of the

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ike all councils in the UK, Bristol faces big financial challenges in the coming years. We know that funding will go down, costs will go up and more people need our services. Because of this we’ll have some really difficult decisions to make on how we spend money to meet your needs and create a fairer city where no-one is left behind. These decisions will affect most of us in one way or another. So I want to hear what you have to say. I want you to tell us how you think we should spend and save. To help we’ve built an online simulator to let you do just that.

Each month Bristol mayor Marvin Rees shares his views with Bishopston Voice

The budget simulator breaks down the services we provide and describes what they do. It puts you in control of increasing or decreasing budgets in a bid to save at least £60m, so you can get a real sense of the issues and the impact of making savings. Visit the simulator from your computer, smartphone or tablet at bristol. budgetsimulator.com.

Whilst this isn’t a referendum – so no promises about our final decisions - it is a chance for you to show me what your priorities are. In return we’ll absolutely consider all the responses as we plan for the future. It isn’t all budgetary doom and gloom. The West of England region is seeking around £1bn of new money and power from the Government and has agreed a deal in principle. This moves new control to the local area, so whilst the money can’t go towards closing our existing budget gap, it will mean more local control over things like housing, planning, transport and education & skills. In short, the potential for more homes, jobs and local investment. To have your say on this deal and the things that come with it – like a directly elected regional Mayor – visit our online survey at westofenglanddevolution.co.uk. All too often local councils are accused of not engaging local people. I really hope you’ll take a little time to be part of these important conversations – because in these uncertain times there’s no doubt they’ll have a real impact on Bristol’s future. If you have any ideas or suggestions please email mayor@bristol.gov.uk

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More thoughts on car control

t is very encouraging that we’re doing so many different things to control the way we use our cars. The story in last month’s Bishopston Voice about the SAFERoads campaign using local residents to survey traffic flows and parking in the Ashley Down Road/Brynland Avenue area is an example. All those

roads are blighted by commuter traffic and parking, but I’m sure once they’ve collected the information they need, the residents along with traffic researchers and the Council will find a way of reclaiming their streets. There were some interesting quotes in the article about our roads not being built for the concentration of cars we have in the 21st century, and that with the building of more flats car density has steadily worsened the congestion problem. The latter caught my eye because it read as though a sense of doom and failure hangs over attempts we might make to wrest back control over the cars that spoil the peace of our streets. I wondered why this need be. It’s not as though someone is forcing us to have so many on our roads - it’s just that we keep

buying and using them. Why don’t we stop doing that? Then there wouldn’t be so many around. Why don’t we welcome residents to new flats built in our areas but ask that they don’t come with cars? If they do, ask that they pay a licence or greater rent to discourage them. Money gained could be put into improving play areas or making walking or cycling more attractive. I suspect most of us are half way to thinking along these lines. We love using Streets Alive so our children can play safely and Bristol’s the street party capital of the county. Most residential areas that resisted controlled parking are right up there supporting them after they’ve lived with them a while. The bit we’re struggling with is doing without cars altogether. We can’t quite imagine not having one, and if we can’t do that, we probably

feel hypocritical asking new flat residents not to have one. I’m not sure that’s helpful thinking because there are easily achievable adjustments we can make which will hugely help reduce traffic congestion. Learning to use cars less and supporting relevant campaigns is a good starter. Shared ownership and car clubs are a way forward, along with studying the health and cost benefits of cycling, walking or using public transport. I was inspired recently listening to a Bristol resident at a road users mediation conference. She was so fed up with driving to work in the city that she keeps her classic cars at her family residence in Wales, and enjoys the independence of getting around by bus, foot or cycle while she’s here. Hamish Wills

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ast month I went to upstate New York to work with postural health pioneer Esther Gokhale and my fellow Gokhale Method teachers. Travelling via Toronto, I photographed this poem which was on a glass wall at the University Line Subway, Union Station:

The poem struck me as a perceptive observation on how our body language adapts and morphs according to our situation and experience. My trip was wonderful, but also brought back memories of how travel used to be such a physical challenge for me. The long periods of sitting,

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queuing, sleeping in unfamiliar beds, not to mention lifting awkward luggage and carrying backpacks took their toll on more than one occasion. Many of the people who come to me to learn how to improve their posture have also reported that the practicalities of travel have triggered back, hip and neck problems, spoiling a holiday or making a business trip unnecessarily gruelling. Yet there are natural and healthier ways to sit, carry, bend and walk which help make us much more resilient and actually very comfortable in our bodies. To explore how the Gokhale Method can help you to travel more comfortably through life, see our courses and free workshops at: www. gokhalemethod.com and they are here, in Bristol!

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with Ingrid Bates After the initial flurry of growth in early summer and the manic work that goes with it, things are settling down to a slower pace in the vineyard. The best shoots have been selected and tucked into the wires so it’s now a waiting game to see how many little grapes begin to form. At this stage, the little grapes are half the size of a grain of rice; they are hard and green at first but quickly begin to swell. If the weather during flowering has been favourable, 90-100% of the flowers will become little grapes but if it’s been wet and windy only about half will successfully pollinate and become grapes. The weather during flowering this year has been a real mixed bag of showers, sun and gusty winds so it’ll be interesting to see what happens! Whilst driving around

on my mower I get a general overview of things and so far it’s looking pretty good. Fingers crossed I’m right. In 2015, we had lots of small bunches of grapes whereas this year we seem to have fewer but larger bunches developing. For the first time it’s not just my North Somerset site I’m interested in and in a few weeks I’ll go and visit our grower at Secret Valley near Bridgwater to see how the grapes have set at our second site there. As well as fruit setting, another sign of mid summer is the fledging of birds around the vineyard. The swallows have successfully fledged their second brood from the eaves of the beautiful wooden barn of our neighbour the Somerset Flower Farm. It’s great to see this happening at such close quarters and watch the babies and adults flying and hovering

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North Bristol for Health charity named Yoga by one of 50 New Diana Penny Radicals of Yogawest OPEN Up Music, the charity behind the UK’s first disabledled youth orchestra have been recognised for their pioneering work by Nesta, in a list of 50 New Radicals for 2016. Open Up Music launched in 2013 to find a new approach to enable more disabled children and young people to access music. They have developed instruments that are playable in real time and to a high level using any part of the body, including the eyes. Musical Director for Open Up Music, Doug Boult, said: “We’re delighted with this national recognition for our charity which operates out of a front room in north Bristol. We’re now well on our way to bringing performance and composing within reach to all young disabled people in the UK.

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(www.yogawest.co.uk) Yoga Pose of the Month:

Parsva Uttanasana FOLLOWING our recent series of backbends throughout the summer months, here is something lovely to release the back afterwards. It’s also a good standalone pose on a hot day. Benefits: Practice this after backbends to soothe the lower back. Stand in Tadasana facing out from from the wall. Rest your hips on the wall and walk your feet forward about 10 inches away from the wall, so you are leaning back to the wall. Spread the feet

to 2½ feet apart, with the outer edges parallel to each other. Bend forward, keeping the lower back slightly raised and broad. Allow the head to hang. Place your fingertips on the floor either in front of you, or if possible, to the sides of your feet. 1. Keeping both buttocks touching the wall, take hold of your right ankle with your left hand. Place your right hand on

the floor to the side of your right foot. Allow the left side of the lumbar spine to lengthen, stretch and de-compress. 2. Repeat on the left. Return to the center. Return to standing. Drawings and posture text reproduced by kind permission of Bobby Clennell, a senior Iyengar teacher in New York.

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Obsolete objects ripe for revival This seems hard to believe until one considers how many kitchens and bathrooms, still with life in them, are routinely ripped out, skipped and replaced because they do not meet new occupants’ requirements. It is not easy or quick to find out with accuracy or detail about the entire supply chain of every material used in the manufacture of a light, rug or chest of drawers in order to verify its eco and ethical credentials. With many motivated by the desire to be both thrifty and environmentally friendly, upcycling has become quite a movement. Style and aesthetics are also driving factors for the innovative repurposing of obsolete objects and tired tables. The high street has long offered homogenous selections of bland, mass-produced

homeware in one-stop shops. But people’s desire for something original, unique and handcrafted is growing and has resulted in a new creative industry. Whether you’re looking for inspiration for your own upcycle projects to do over the summer, or would like to browse and maybe buy a readymade objet d’art, have a look at www.upcycledhour. co.uk for some cracking ideas.

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Acid Erosion

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General dental practitioner, with a special interest in Orthodontics.

Acid in the food and drink we consume can soften the protective enamel layer of our teeth. This means the softer enamel is more susceptible to be " brushed away" by tooth brushing. Acid wear can, with time, make your teeth thin, weak, yellowish or indeed transparent. Teeth may become more sensitive as the protective enamel is reduced. Here are some of the common foods and their acidity. The lower the pH value, the more acidic the food. Food/Drink pH Wine 2.3 - 3.8 Sports Drinks 2.3 - 4.4 Cola Drink 2.6 Oranges 2.8 - 4.0 Strawberries 3.0 - 4.0 Vinegar 3.2 Apple Juice 3.4 Natural Yoghurt 4.2 If you have acidic foods try eating them alongside foods that have a higher pH level, and therefore, lower in acidity. Nuts, cheese, mangos, melons,

bananas, fish and lean meats are all helpful. Moreover, try and consume acidic foods or drinks in one session avoiding swishing or holding them in your mouth for prolonged periods. Avoid brushing immediately after having acidic foods. Brush your teeth twice a

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15 August n Laugh, Live and Learn with Bristol U3A. We have lots on offer for those who would like to make new friends with similar interests. If you have retired from full-time work, and want to take part in enjoyable learning with friendship and fun, we have a wide range of groups with over 100 different activities, including art, computing, languages, music, walking, and science. Find out more at the Horfield social group which meets at 10.30am on the third Monday in every month. For details, please phone Maureen 0117 909 0281 or visit our website: www. bristolu3a.org.uk. Don't let life pass you by - come and join Bristol U3A! 17 and 25 August n We are the Bristol U3A – an organisation of lively and interesting people who run all sorts of groups for enjoyment, friendship and learning. If you have retired from full-time work, we offer a wide range of over 100 different activities, including art, computing, languages, music, walking, and science. Please come to one of our social groups, for details phone Jenny 0117 904 3697 - or just drop-in to Browns Restaurant, by the Museum, for one of our friendly meetings at 10.15am on the third Wednesday and fourth Thursday in every month. Visit our website: www.bristolu3a.

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What’s on a regular basis Mondays n Toddler group at Ardagh Pavilion, Kellaway Avenue, Horfield Common. Ages 03, cost £2.50 per family includes refreshments and biscuits. All welcome. Friendly vibrant group just drop in. Contact Kay on 01179426580 for further details. n FitSteps, Ashley Down Primary School, Olveston Road, 7-8pm. FitSteps® the new craze in dance fitness classes from ‘Strictly Come Dancing’s’ very own Natalie Lowe, Ian Waite and Mark Foster. This really is the most fun, graceful way to get in shape. n Kick Start Fat Loss Club, Ashley Down Primary School, Olveston Road, 8-9pm. Kick Start Fat Loss is a revolutionary new diet and exercise club currently running in Bristol.

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There is no calorie counting, daily points, fad foods or complicated workouts. *Weekly weigh in, measure and body stat recording. n Morris for fitness and fun, 7.15pm – 8.15pm at Horfield URC, Muller Road, Horfield, BS7 9RE during term time only, no performance element, small groups. Sticks and hankies provided. Tel/text: 07813 346819 / 0117 9401566, www. thegreatcaper.co.uk 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 . 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 7.30pm9.30pm 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 Beaufort Junior Badminton Club. Venue: Cotham School Sports Hall, Cotham Lawn Road, BS6 6DT. Date/Time: Mondays from 6-7pm, term time only. Age Group: 11 18 years. All standards. Coaching and club play but also progression to Avon County Teams and senior clubs. Coaches CRB checked and Badminton England qualified. Contact: Penny Shears 0794 101 3514. Email: pennyshears@ googlemail.com n RAFA, City of Bristol branch and club Eastfield Westbury on Trym for ex-RAF and associate members. Skittle Alley, 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 New Fitness League (Exercise Movement and Dance class) for ladies. Low impact classes offer a fusion of dance, exercise and core strengthening, choreographed to music and guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Strengthen muscles, raise energy levels, improve balance and mobilise joints. 6.157.25pm at St Barts Church

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Hall, St Andrew’s, Maurice Road, BS6 5BZ. Contact Rachael on 07966 418 714 / rachaelwilliams@talktalk.net . £7 per class (1st Class Free). n Senior Film Club, 3rd Monday of month (August 15th), 2pm at St Peter's Hall, The Drive, Henleaze. August film will be QUARTET - a wickedly comic film about redefining old age and growing old with hope; demonstrating how art illuminates life and the human spirit remains undimmed even as the brightest stars start to fade. Starring Maggie Smith, Tom Courtenay, Billy Connolly, Pauline Collins, Michael Gambon. It had great reviews and remains popular choice. Tuesdays n The Golden Buds is a group aimed at 18 months to 4yearolds and is a fabulous opportunity to be outside with your little ones, digging, playing, finding newts and frogs, watering, singing and making things all in the heart of urban Bristol! Sessions run from 10am 11.30am and 1.30 3.00pm in school terms. We take booking on a term by term basis. Each session costs £5, a second sibling is £2 and under 12 months can come along free. There’s squash and biscuits and a snack from the garden as well as a hot drink for parents. For more info, visit: thegoldenhillcommunitygarden. com n Scottish Country Dancing Get fit with Westbury Scottish Club. Classes for beginners at Leonard Hall, TrinityHenleaze 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 n friendly club based at Orchard School, Filton Road. Training on Tuesday 7.30 – 9pm, play on Saturdays. All ages welcome. If you would like to join us contact Michelle on 07980 598761 or: michesaunders@hotmail.com . n MOVE INTO FITNESS. Suitable exercise for the more mature ladies ran by a qualified teacher. Held at Horfield Baptist Church, 10.15am 11.15am. Tel: 01454 614886. n Pregnancy Yoga and Birth Preparation Classes at Horfield Leisure Centre, 7.309.30pm. Each session we have time for discussion and learning around different aspects of pregnancy, birth or parenting, getting to know other women in the

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group, yoga postures, positions and movements for labour, breathing, and simple relaxation and meditation techniques that are useful for pregnancy, birth and beyond. Suitable from 14 weeks of pregnancy until birth. With Relaxed Birth and Parenting Childbirth Educator and Doula Ly Malnick. Cost: £10 per session. Contact: Ly Malnick on 07843 377 718 (Booking essential) n Use the power of nutrition to improve your health, your mood and your figure. Eight week courses on Tuesdays at 2pm and 7pm, led by a BANT qualified nutritional therapist. Classes held at Lady Active, 180 Henleaze road, BS6 4NE. Tel: 07511 647 569 or email alex@alexbarton. co.uk for more details. www. nutritioncoachbristol.co.uk n After school French Club for primary children at Gloucester Rd Quaker Meeting House. KS1 class: 4.10-4.50pm. £4.50. Playful practical classes full of games, songs and general silliness to inspire interest and confidence in French. Like French Club Bristol on Facebook or email: alice_m_ watson@msn.com n Women’s Reading Group looking for new members. Meets monthly on the first Tuesday of the Month at 7:30pm. An informal group that reads a wide range of fiction. Contact Kay Snowdon ksnowdon29@gmail.com for further details. n A weekly Music Appreciation class is running throughout the winter. Come and join us as we listen to and talk about a selection of mainly classical music. No prior knowledge needed. Tuesdays 11-1 at St Mary Magdalene Church Rooms, Stoke Bishop. Music in Britain 18901939 including Elgar Delius and Vaughan Williams. Cost £15 for a single taster session or £100 for the whole 8week term. To book email matthewhm@ peacemail.com, or phone 0117 214 0418. For more info visit: heartmusicbristol.wordpress. com n Bingo On Tuesday’s At 2pm St Gregory’s Church Community Hall Filton Road Horfield All proceeds to Church funds. 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.

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com/melodymakerschoir 07890393175. n Bingo Every Tuesday 2pm St Gregory’s Church Community hall, Filton Road Horfield. All welcome, proceeds to Church funds n Bingo St Gregory’s Church hall Filton Road Horfield Every Tuesday at 2-00pm Everyone welcome all proceeds to church funds Wednesdays n Golden Hill Community Garden. 10.00am – 4.00pm. Come and get involved in your local community garden! No experience necessary and kids welcome. Learn about growing and relax in our beautiful space with a cup of tea. No need to come every week or stay all day. Our site is wheelchair accessible including our toilet. For more information contact Lucy ghcgarden@gmail.com or 07506 905 394. We’re just through the gates at the end of Monk Rd BS7 8NE www. thegoldenhillcommunitygarden. com n Bristol Voices Community Choir are welcoming new members, £5 a week (£3 concs) payable at the start of each term. We meet during the school term from 7.30pm to 9.30pm in St Werburgh’s Primary School, James St, BS2 9US. The school is fully accessible and has free parking. No experience is necessary and there are no auditions. You don’t have to read music either as all the songs are taught by ear. Our repertoire includes pop, folk, gospel, jazz, show tunes and world music. Find out more about the choir, at www.bristolvoices.org n New Harmony Ladies’ Choir Bristol. Established choir since 1994, we offer a chance for ladies to get together and have a good old sing! No auditions are necessary apart from placing you into the correct voice group soprano, mezzo soprano or alto. We are a very socially minded group and often enjoy activities outside the singing role. We perform several concerts a year and sometimes travel to other parts of the country to sing with other choirs. Our repertoire covers classical, choral, jazz, popular, folk, and show songs. Everyone is welcome to Horfield URC church hall, Muller Rd on Wednesdays 7.30-9. We’d love to meet you. For more information contact our website www.nhlcbristol.co.uk or our secretary, Angela nhlc@talktalk. com

n Lazy Dog Film Club. A free, small, but perfectly formed community film club based at the Lazy Dog pub on Ashley Down Road. We run the club every other week (Wednesday) in the upstairs of the Pub on Ashley Hill. We screen from Oct April every year. All showings start at 8pm but we do advise people to book free places via LazyDogFilmClub@gmail. com , as we only have 35 seats per showing. For more information on the upcoming films, visit: www.facebook.com/ LazyDogFilmClub n Horfield Townswomen’s Guild. This friendly Townswomen’s Guild meets on the second Wednesday of each month at St Gregory the Great Church Hall, Filton Road, Horfield, Bristol BS7 0PD at 2.30pm. Why not come along and meet us? Just turn up, or ring Edna on 949 5413, and she will look out for you. n St Bon’s playgroup. Fun, friendly drop-in group for babies and toddlers, up to school age. An informal playgroup in a lovely big space with great selection of toys. Just turn up and have fun! We run on term time Wednesdays 1.30 to 3.00pm upstairs in the church hall, BS7 8HR. Free car park (off Berkeley Road) next to St Bon’s church. £1.00 per adult and child, 20p for every extra child. Inc. refreshments. All welcome! Contact us at: stbonsplaygroup@hotmail. co.uk ) n Squirrel Camp Forest School, Badock’s Wood, 9.45 11.15 (during term time). New afternoon group starting in autumn, 12.30, £6 per family. Contact: jennysanderson@ blueyonder.co.uk . n Calling all dads! Not sure what to do with your kids over the summer holidays? Join us for six FREE workshops for you and your kids! Activities include gardening, IT cookery and much more. Spend time with your kids, and get to know some other local dads too. Call Rachel on 0117 909 1749 or email info@connectlockleaze. com to book your places! 1-4pm, every Wednesday (from 23rd July) at The Wordsworth Centre. n Reading group with a difference at Cheltenham Road library, from 3pm. The group meet every week to discuss short fiction, poems, essays, memoirs and learn to look at these with a more critical eye than usual. Led by practicing writer Anita Mason, author of The Illusionist, Angel, The

Right Hand of the Sun and other novels. For the over 60s. No reading to do in between meetings. First session is a drop-in. People interested, email amreadinggroup @gmail. com , or tell the librarian at Cheltenham Road library that you are interested. n Mindfulness & Movement – Meditation and Qi Gong/ Tai Chi for wellbeing. Gentle aerobic exercise and secular meditations for strength of body and mind. Dropin class, all equipment provided, 5.457.15pm £9 / £7 Bristol Buddhist Centre, 162 Gloucester Road BS7. Tel Tim Mason 07789 200685 for more info. See www.bristolbuddhistcentre. org/ otheractivities/yogaandqigong n Sing! with the Bristol Children’s Choir. Open to children aged 713 from any school in Bristol. If your child loves singing and would like to do more, Out There Music Children’s Choir could be what you are looking for. We meet every Wednesday in term time from 4.45-6pm in the performing arts studio at Cotham School. More info, contact Holly Shannon on 07866587424, admin@outtheremusicbristol. co.uk . n New Fitness League (Exercise Movement and Dance class) for ladies. Low impact classes offer a fusion of dance, exercise and core strengthening, choreographed to music and guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Strengthen muscles, raise energy levels, improve balance and mobilise joints. 10.40-11.40am at St Alban’s Church Hall, Westbury Park, Coldharbour Road, BS6 7NU. Contact Rachael on 07966 418 714 / rachaelwilliams@talktalk. net . £7 per class (1st Class Free). n Clifton Women’s Institute, 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. 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. n Spiritual Healing at Westbury Park Spiritualist church BS6 7TH Every Wednesday, 2pm - 3.30pm every week. No appointment necessary, animals welcome. Come along and feel the benefit. Also healing after Sunday evening service@8pm.

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Continued from previous page Thursdays n Bishop Road Community Choir. We are a mixed community choir, meeting at Bishop Road School from 7.45pm to 9pm. Everyone welcome to join, regardless of singing experience. There is no audition and the choir is open to anyone, not just parents of children at the school. We sing a variety of songs and perform locally. Looking forward to welcoming some new faces! n Bristol Ladies Choir sings a wide range of music from classical to light. The choir rehearses weekly and gives two main concerts each year. The choir also participates in approximately 9 to 10 other concerts in the Bristol area each year. Meet at 2.15pm - 3.45pm at Church of the Good Shepherd, Bishop Road, Bishopston, BS7 8NA. New members welcome. For more information contact Hazel on 0117 9246587 or visit www. bristolladieschoir.org.uk n The Stepford Singers. Come and try Bishopston’s all female community choir. No need to read music and no auditions! We meet 1pm - 3pm so you can still be in time to pick up kids from school. For more info, email fran@naturalvoice.net n West Bristol Orchestra meet at the United Reformed Church, Muller Road, from 7.15 - 9.15pm and play a wide range of classical music arranged for our small friendly orchestra. String players of Grade 5 and above are particularly welcome. For further information please ring 0117 968 3998. n Avon Harmony Ladies A Cappella Chorus meets for rehearsals every Thursday 7.30 -10pm at Fairfield High School, Allfoxton Road BS7 9NL. Visitors are always made welcome, and we are actively recruiting new members. There is no need to be able to read music; we provide teaching tracks for learning by ear. See our website for more details

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0117 9820184. n Bridge for Beginners and Improvers West of England Bridge Club now welcomes new/novice bridge players for weekly sessions held every Thursday afternoon. Cost £3. Doors open at 1.45pm and play is from 2.00pm to 4.00pm. No partner needed and we have experienced players to help and advice. Beginners lessons also offered email bridgeclassbristol @gmail.com or ring 0117 2302694 for more info. Venue: Golden Hill Sports Club, Wimbledon Road, Bristol BS6 7YA. Full details at www. woebc.co.uk n Spiritualist church Westbury Park Cairns Road BS6 7TH Open development circle Thursday evening at 7.15 for 7.30 start All are welcome to come along and find the Spirit within you. You don’t have to be a church member. n Sporting Memories Group at the Gloucestershire County Cricket Ground most Thursdays from 11am to 12.30pm. A group suitable for people that are isolated or lonely and may have memory difficulties. The group is particularly for those that are interested in sport. Please contact John Collis on 07757527634 or come along to the ground from 11am. Fridays n Philosophy Discussion Group. Friendly and welcoming group. We meet every second Friday of the month 10 /12 noon. Eastfield Inn, 219 Henleaze Rd, Bristol BS9 4NQ. Contact Lorna Tarr 0770 245 3827. Saturdays n Gloucester Road Market runs every Saturday from 10am-5pm on Pigsty Hill. Stalls include Herbert’s Bakery, The Spotless Leopard, Lee’s Teaks and Sam’s Jams. n Whiteladies Farmers’ and Fair Trading Market is now held EVERY Saturday, 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 Coffee, Tea and Refreshments served every Saturday from 10.30am to noon at Bishopston Methodist Church, 245 Gloucester Road. Join us for a rest and a chat. n The Clifton Garden Society are eager to attract new members from all parts of Bristol. The

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Society offer monthly visits by coach to country houses and gardens, a quarterly newsletter. and an annual holiday. If you would like to join this friendly group please call 0117 9737296 for full details.

Bristol Sound music legends to collaborate in support of Trinity fundraising appeal

ADRIAN Utley and John Parish are writing a ‘Trinity Anthem’, in support of the Old Market venue’s charity, Notes for Notes, fundraising appeal. Utley, one third of 'Bristol Sound' founders Portishead will work with world-renowned musician and long-term collaborator of PJ Harvey, Parish, to create a new tract to help Trinity raise funds towards £0.5m essential repairs. Adrian said: “We’ve worked together but we’ve never actually written music together.” The Trinity Anthem will be a unique piece of music to celebrate venue’s rich forty year musical heritage and will be the impetus to drive donations toward the charity’s ‘Notes for Notes’ appeal. Each £5 raised represents one virtual musical note. When the charity reaches 4,000 notes, Utley & Parish’s track will be released for download, under a ‘pay what you can’ music model. If you would like to keep the Trinity Centre’s musical heritage alive, you can support with a donation to the Notes for Notes appeal via Just Giving.

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USH crickets are my favourite insects: I like insects with attitude. They resemble grasshoppers (to which they are related) with their prominent up-bent hind legs but they are chunkier, with long, fine antennae which they wave enquiringly as you approach. The antennae are often longer than the body the dark bush cricket is 2cm long and that doesn’t include the female’s ovipositor (egglaying tube). This looks a bit like a sting but don’t worry, they don’t have a sting and although dark bush crickets eat small insects I’ve never known one to attempt to indulge in human flesh, and I’ve cuddled more than my fair share. August is a good month to look for them. Whilst the grasshoppers are fiddling their summer songs by rubbing their hind legs together the male bush crickets are making similar sounds by rubbing their fore-wings together. By August they are chirping lustily and if you find a decent-sized bramble bush you should be able to hear the snippety

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song “tsssp, tsssp” a bit like somebody snipping cloth with sharp scissors. Focus in on the sound and there will be your dark (brown) bush cricket, doubtless with several females nearby. We enjoy trying to catch these charming insects and once you have one you will often find that it sits quite contentedly on your hand, enjoying your warmth and twirling its antennae appreciatively, so that you can study it in some detail - and it can study you. They have the typical external armour-plating of an adult insect. Earlier in the summer you will find miniature copies amongst the brambles because this insect grows by shedding its exoskeleton, unlike the complete metamorphosis of, say, butterflies. Do have a look; when you find one you will be amazed that you missed them before. In our garden we also get speckled bush crickets which are a bright leafy green with little dark speckles all over; they like the hardy geraniums on which they are well

camouflaged. Amongst the tree canopies, and sometimes attracted to light at night, are oak bush crickets, a slightly more ethereal green with long gauzy green wings. A recent addition to our area is the southern oak bush cricket which is similar in appearance but with shorter wings and paler eyes which give it a somewhat goofy appearance. All of our local species are up to 2cm long when adult but if you go searching further afield, having been entranced by their perky character and keen to add new species to your bush cricket list, you will find some spectacular members of the group, especially along the southern coasts of England and Wales. In tall herbs and grasses you might find the great green bush cricket, which is very much as advertised: it is bright green and up to 5.5cm long with wings and ovipositor adding a couple more centimetres. Now that is a great insect, but do be careful if you pick them up – they can bite!

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not the Grievers, which haunt the impossible maze that Thomas is trapped in, nor The Changing which is induced by the death serum, but the fact that they wake up in the middle of a giant stone maze with their minds blank. Every night the outer corridors of the maze change meaning the runners have all their work ruined. But is it the maze or is it the megacorp, WICKED’s, way of telling the teenagers how to escape? I found the book very tense and it always wants you to keep reading as the things you thought were true are not. For these books and many more, visit us at Cheltenham Road Library . If we don’t have exactly what you’re looking for, there are over 2 million items from which you can reserve for free across LibrariesWest and collect from any library of your choice. Opening Hours: Monday……….1–7pm Tuesday……….closed Wednesday…..11am5pm Thursday……..11am5pm Friday…………11am5pm Saturday:……..11am–5pm

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PCSO David Said to meet with the deputy head. As a result, he will soon be delivering an assembly to the children. If you would like to discuss an issue or concern with a member of the team, please contact us through our website www.avonandsomerset.police. uk/your-area or by calling the non-emergency number, 101. Finally, we’ll be coming along to the Bishopston, Redland and Cotham Community Fair at Saint Michael’s church on 17 September, so please come and say hello. Until next time, Sergeant Adam Dolling

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