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Save our planet! Children and parents take to streets IT’S been a summer of environmental action in Bristol bringing concerns about climate change and air pollution to the city’s streets. As well as Clean Air Day Bishopston and protests by Extinction Rebellion, the monthly Youth Climate Strikes have inspired a number of pupils and parents from local primary schools

including Sefton Park, Brunel Field and Ashley Down into action. The Bishopston Voice met up with protesters from schools in Ashley Down taking their message direct to the motorists. Full story: Page 25 Other reports: Pages 4, 6, 7 and 11

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Photo: Ardagh Community Trust A PLAN for community management of the Ardagh in the centre of Horfield Common has finally been agreed with Bristol City Council. Ardagh Community Trust is celebrating the achievement of a community asset transfer (CAT) lease for the management of the Ardagh site for 35 years. It signals the start of a bright new future for this much-loved public asset under community management. The trust (ACT) is a charity set up by local people to take on responsibility for community management of the Ardagh in the centre of Horfield Common following more than nine years' activity to develop a vision for the future of the site as a public asset – and secure the funding needed to achieve it. The successful achievement of the CAT lease is a significant milestone in the charity’s development and will enable the group to proceed with plans to ensure that the site is accessible to all, and that it serves the needs of the widest range of local people possible. The charity aims to raise further funding to improve the quality and availability of facilities at the site. Project manager Rob Savage said: “We are absolutely delighted to get to this pivotal stage in the regeneration of the Ardagh. Hundreds, if not thousands, of volunteer hours have been invested in working tirelessly to get to this moment where we, as a community trust - working in partnership with Bristol City Council - are the proud new management for the site.

“Having secured the capital to create an all-year-round cafe and community hub space, we are thrilled to be able to get this significant project under way and excited to be able to now deliver this important first phase of the Ardagh's regeneration for the benefit of all in the local community.” ACT grew out of a campaign by the Friends of Horfield Common begun in 2010 when the Ardagh site was threatened with disposal for development as part of the citywide Area Green Space Plan proposals. The site had been removed by BCC’s sports strategy and while it was being used by a very small number of members of a private sports club, had fallen into disrepair and was considered by the local authority to be underused, and therefore not sustainable. Since 2010 residents have worked together to find out how the community would like to see the site better used, developed plans – working in partnership with local, citywide and national groups to ensure that these are robust - and secured funding. The plans have been informed by thousands of local people throughout this time with priorities including working to the highest environmental standards possible, ensuring accessibility for all is central, increasing facilities for people of all ages, including play facilities for children and young people and co-creation and partnership working with other groups across the area high on the agenda. The group set up a community café in a previously disused external goods yard at

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secured for community the Ardagh in 2015, to begin to reanimate the site and demonstrate its value to the local community. Since then, regeneration of the site has begun in earnest with hundreds of volunteers involved in projects and activities which help to improve the facilities, and encourage increased numbers of residents to use and enjoy the facility. Ardagh Community Trust has secured funding through Power To Change’s Community Business Fund, which will enable it to renovate part of the inaccessible and dilapidated pavilion at the site to create a new café and community hub and create new, fully accessible public toilets including a changing places facility which will provide suitable facilities for all members of the community. The charity is continuing to work with the city council and partners including Sport

England to develop plans for improved formal sports and informal play facilities in response to need in the area – specifically for accessible play facilities. Additionally, the group is seeking funding to improve the formal gardens and to bring these back into full use as public gardens. The charity is recruiting trustees who can help achieve its aims. If you would like to get involved, contact hello@ theardagh.com for further information. Ardagh Community Trust invites you to join trustees, staff and volunteers on Saturday September 7 from 1-4pm to celebrate the achievement of the community asset transfer lease and to contribute your ideas and feedback into planning for a bright, community-led & managed future for this muchloved public asset. To find out more see www. theardagh.com

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n NEWS BRISTOL City Council is consulting until August 12 on two options to reduce air pollution within the central area of the city, where the levels of pollution, particularly nitrogen dioxide (NO2) are particularly high and exceed legal limits. Air pollution is a danger to health. Breathing polluted air can cause breathing problems such as asthma and heart problems, leading to shortened lives. Poor air quality is caused by pollution from a range of sources, including cars and other vehicles. This is why these options tackle the number of polluting vehicles coming into central Bristol. The proposed options are one element of the wider environmental plans for Bristol, announced by the Mayor of Bristol on Clean Air Day. The two options are: Option 1 Clean Air Zone (private cars not charged)

Have your say on Traffic Clean Air Zone for Bristol A zone in which older, more polluting buses, coaches, taxis, heavy goods vehicles and light goods vehicles would be charged. The proposed charges would apply 24 hours a day, seven days a week and would be charged once in each 24 hour period: Non-complaint taxis and LGVs would be charged £9, HGVs, coaches and buses £100. Option 1 would also include: a 24 hour a day, seven days a week HGV weight restriction (for HGVs over 3.5 tonnes) on the worst polluted routes; All diesel car ban on Upper Maudlin Street and Park Row running from St James Barton roundabout to Park Street

between 7am and 3pm, seven days a week (the ban would not apply to taxis, private hire and emergency vehicles); Bus and local traffic changes in the most polluting areas including an inbound bus lane on the M32, an inbound bus lane on Cumberland Road, and using existing traffic signals to control the amount of traffic entering congested areas with poor air quality; A scrappage scheme (up to £2,000) for private diesel cars. This would provide a grant towards a new vehicle or an alternative mode of transport (e.g. bus travel or purchasing a bike).

Option 2: Diesel car ban Banning all diesel cars from driving in a specific central area (small zone) from 7am to 3pm, seven days a week (this would not apply to taxis/private hire or emergency services). Other measures, including a scrappage scheme, could also be included. A number of drop-in sessions have been held during July providing the opportunity to discuss the options in more detail. Two more sessions are to be held at: Malcolm X Community Centre 141 City Rd, St Pauls BS2 8YH Tuesday 30 July, 2.30–7.30pm City Hall (Vestibule) Just off Park St towards main entrance, College Green, BS1 5TR Tuesday 6 August, 2.30–6.30pm For more details about these options, and to let the council know what you think go to: bristol.gov.uk/ trafficcleanairzone

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Bishopston Medical Practice to close PATIENTS in Bishopston, Ashley Down and Redland have been shocked to learn that the Bishopston Medical Practice, on Nevil Road, is to close. After many years serving the community, the practice will close on September 30, with patients being encouraged to register at another practice by the 1st September. Tom Brook, Labour Co-op Councillor for Bishopston & Ashley Down, said: “I am very concerned about the closure of the Bishopston Medical Practice. This decision has been made with relatively little public input or knowledge and follows a number of years of decreasing NHS funding due to government cuts. “Patients are being directed to one of five other local practices; however, there may not be room at these surgeries and this could leave many residents without

access to a truly local GP service. “The loss of the Nevil Road surgery could particularly affect elderly residents and those with limited mobility and transport. It may also put increasing pressure on the other GP surgeries in Horfield, Montpelier and Ashley Down.” Cllr Brook is joining calls from local patients and campaigners who are asking the Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) and NHS England to take all necessary steps to enable patients to retain permanent access to a local GP surgery. The five alternative practices being suggested for patients to move to are Horfield, Monks Park, Fallodon Way, Gloucester Road and Montpelier. Thangam Debbonaire, Labour MP for Bristol West, said: "I deeply regret the closure of

Bishopston Medical Practice, and am disappointed that this is the conclusion of a long-running saga to find secure premises for this local GP surgery. I encourage everyone affected to attend the drop-in meetings to let the local Clinical Commissioning Group know your views, and I will be monitoring the transition of patients to neighbouring practices closely. “I remain deeply concerned at the rate of closure of GP

and Primary Care facilities in Bristol. This is a vital part of our health service, which needs proper investment and support - especially in densely-populated areas like Bristol.” If you are a patient at Bishopston Medical Practice and have concerns, contact Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire CCG directly either via phone on 0117 900 2655 or 0800 073 0907, or via email at bnssg. customerservice@nhs.net The CCG are also holding drop-in meetings where patients can make their views heard: Tuesday 30 July, 14:0016:00, The Bristol Pavilion (Cricket Ground) Wednesday 7 August, 15:00-17:00, The Memorial Stadium Tuesday 13 August, 17:00-19:30, The Memorial Stadium.

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n NEWS CLEAN Air Day, June 20, was a busy and successful one for Clean Air Bishopston, highlighting the challenge of improving air quality locally. There were vegan smoothies, bacon rolls, happy cyclists, active children creatively absorbed in activities themed around air pollution, and inspiring talks from local organisations on how they are confronting and offering ways of mitigating the problems of Bristol’s polluted air. The local effort on Clean Air Day, organised by The Bishopston Society’s Clean Air Bishopston, began early. Nick Plant from the Bishopston Society said: “Thanks to Boston Tea Party preparing the food, and Travel West for sponsoring it, we were able to offer a free breakfast to lucky cyclists commuting along the Gloucester Road, our way of thanking them for not adding to the pollution load along this car choked artery to town. By 8.30am all 20 smoothies, 40 bacon rolls and urns of coffee had been consumed. And it was heartening to see just how many cyclists there were heading to work in the rush hour, many in too much of a hurry to stop at our refuelling station outside BTP.” Later, in the afternoon, as the schools were finishing, parents brought their children along to have a go at a range of activities organised for them, such as designing a Clean Air Ecowarrior, constructing a snakes and ladders pollution themed game and sorting out true from false statements about air pollution. UWE had a stall explaining their project, ClairCity, which aims to improve levels of pollution in Bristol and

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other European cities. There was a real time low tech air pollution monitor measuring NO2 levels in the air outside BTP, Travel West had a stall offering information on local cycle routes and buses, while local bike shop Bikeman was kept busy offering free repairs and maintenance to passing cyclists. Speakers from Medact , Living Streets Bristol , Bristol Cycling Alliance and School Streets Bristol gave talks in the early evening. The latter group has gained useful experience of working with Hackney council to control and limit cars used for the school run. It is now encouraging Bristol City Council to try out a pilot scheme in which walkers and cyclists are given priority over cars for journeys to and from school, though this will not

North Bristol Extinction Rebellion demonstrated on Gloucester Rd with a Toxic Lollipop person. They want Bristol City Council to act now to improve public transport systems and make the city carbon neutral have the benefit of supportive legislation that is available to London boroughs. The day was brought to a

close with a walk led by Kevin Molloy around the quieter and cleaner aired side roads of Bishopston.

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Climate emergency report lacks urgency, say Greens WITH Extinction Rebellion actions to highlight climate emergency hitting Bristol city centre, Green Party councillors in Bristol called on Mayor Marvin Rees and the council to show greater urgency in tackling climate change. Green party councillors were replying to the Mayor’s Climate Emergency report, produced as the response to a Green motion passed in November 2018 which declared a climate emergency and set a target for Bristol to become carbon neutral by 2030. As councillors debated the Mayor’s report on July 16, the council chamber was packed with climate activists who had also organised a large demonstration on College Green outside. Carla Denyer, councillor for Clifton Down, proposed the Climate Emergency motion in November 2018 - the first of its kind in Europe. Responding to the Climate Emergency report, she said: “This is a good first

step, but it really doesn’t reflect the urgency of an emergency – there’s little change from business as usual. “There are some things to like about the report – for example adopting Green ideas like an annual Carbon budget for the Council and fitting out council housing with solar panels. And it’s great news that our council is now ahead of schedule in cutting its own emissions – but as this represents just 1% of the city’s total we have to look at ways we can influence emissions across the city. “Unfortunately instead of an emergency response this feels in some ways like a ‘plan for a plan’. Surely the point of an emergency is that we have to act fast, and do everything in our power now? “There’s work we already know that we’re going to need to get done – such as massive improvements to our transport infrastructure to prioritise walking, provide safe segregated

cycle routes and create more car-free areas of the city – that have already been agreed cross-party. We can’t afford to wait any longer – let’s get started on this now!” At the same meeting Redland councillor Martin Fodor criticised the Labour amendment to the Green Party motion to pull the Avon Pension Fund out of fossil fuels and remove the call for divestment. Cllr Fodor said: “The time for dialogue with fossil fuel companies is so clearly over – these are the companies who Green Party Councillor Carla Denyer have lobbied for increased speaking at an Extinction Rebellion methane pollution, asked protest on Bristol bridge for tax breaks, and plan largest union, who recognise expanded exploration and that if we do not act soon there production. They claim to do is a real risk that workers’ one thing, like stick to the Paris pensions will be stuck invested in climate agreement, but act the ‘stranded assets’ as the value of opposite way. Divestment is also fossil fuel investments falls.” backed by UNISON, the council’s

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Hospice backs Bristol Pride

ST Peter’s Hospice supported Bristol Pride Festival for the first time this year bringing its own sense of style to the occasion. The Hospice showed their support for Bristol’s LGBT+ community and celebrated Bristol Pride in their shops and cafe. A team from the Hospice joined the Pride Parade on July 13 and ran a stall at the Pride Festival. Chris Benson, Director of Patient Care, and a member of the LGBT community has been appointed as Chair of the Pride working group at the Hospice. Chris will be working alongside

some of the staff and volunteers to represent the Hospice at this vibrant festival. "The day is a celebration of our community, so is a real opportunity to demonstrate we are here to support everyone in our community," said Chris. St Peter’s Hospice staff work as a team with Keith Roberts, manager of Nonesuch Cup, St Peter’s Hospice cafe on Gloucester Road, provided delicious rainbow coloured cupcakes for the occasion. No parade is complete without a

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Tesco store trials soft plastics recycling THE TESCO store on Lime Trees Road is taking part in the supermarket’s trial to recycle previously unrecyclable plastics in the Swindon and Bristol areas. Soft plastics are the hardest to recycle and usually end up in landfill as they cannot commonly be recycled by local councils. However, in April Tesco started collecting these previously unrecyclable plastics to be recycled in ten of its stores, as part of a trial with the recycling specialist Recycling Technologies. Customers at the store are able to use a collection booth to return everything from pet food pouches to shopping bags and crisp packets. The scheme is part of Tesco’s efforts to make all its packaging recyclable and preventing packaging from going to waste. Recycling Technologies has developed and patented a process to turn waste plastic back into oil called Plaxx®, a material

which can then be used in the manufacture of new plastic. Commenting on the scheme, Tesco’s director of quality, Sarah Bradbury said: “Reducing and recycling plastics is such an important issue for us, for customers and for the future of our planet. That’s why we are working hard to reduce the amount of packaging in our stores and have committed that all remaining packaging will be recyclable by 2025. “Our trial with Recycling Technologies will make even more of our packaging recyclable and help us reach our target. This technology could be the final piece of the jigsaw for the UK plastic recycling industry.” Recycling Technologies’ chief executive, Adrian Griffiths said: “We are delighted to be working with Tesco to help its customers recycle more of their household plastic waste. Using our specialist feedstock recycling process we keep more plastic

waste in the economy and out of landfill and our oceans. This initiative with Tesco is designed to show there are solutions to recover this important material. Our goal is to double the UK’s capacity to recycle plastic waste by 2027.” A spokesman for Tesco also told the Voice that so far, they have collected one tonne of plastic for recycling across the trial in the Swindon and Bristol area. They added: “It’s been hugely popular - we’re emptying the recycling units six times more than in the first weeks of the trial.” 83% of all Tesco’s packaging is currently recyclable and should this soft-plastics collection be rolled out to all Tesco stores, it is estimated that it will be possible to recycle around 90% of Tesco’s own label packaging – the equivalent of 65,000 additional tonnes of plastic being put to good use every year. The trial follows Tesco’s

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The EU, Pride, and access to a GP extension to Article 50, we would WORK as a Member of Parliament have left the EU on March 29 or involves shaping policy, laws and April 12th with no deal. services that have implications Now we need to redouble our internationally, nationally and efforts to prevent the next Prime locally. Three subjects that have Minister crashing us out of the EU. been on my agenda over the past If we are successful, Labour has month illustrate this well! committed to a referendum on any Brexit Brexit deal, and I look forward to I write this article as a mere campaigning for us to remain in 100,000 members of the Tory the EU. party are voting to crown our next Prime Minister. The likely Bristol Pride winner – Boris Johnson – has Joining the Bristol Pride parade threatened to take us out of the for its 10th anniversary last month EU without a deal, which would be was a very poignant moment. a disaster for Bristol’s businesses, This celebration of the campaign our environment and our public for lesbian, gay, bisexual and services. transgender equality was a I have worked closely with Sir reminder both of how far we Keir Starmer over the past two have come, and of how much we years to stop us crashing out of all need to work to protect and the EU without a deal. I am proud advance these hard-won rights. that as a Labour whip I have been Pride is still a campaign as well as instrumental in keeping us in the a party. European Union so far. If we had Last month, Parliament voted not gathered support in Parliament overwhelmingly to support equal to force Theresa May to seek an Lunch hp ad.qxp_Layout 1 03/04/2019 22:54 Page 2

marriage rights in Northern Ireland. I also recently voted in favour of new statutory guidance on the teaching of LGBT-inclusive education on relationships and sex. I want the government to take full responsibility for ensuring all children are given high-quality education about healthy relationships and different sexualities and gender identities. Too many of us grew up under an education system which misunderstood and excluded lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people. We must ensure that never happens again. Bishopston Medical Practice Closure Many of you have written to me expressing your dismay at the announcement that Bishopston Medical Practice will close on 30 September. I urge all patients to register with a neighbouring GP, and I will be monitoring this

Thangam Debbonaire column transition very closely – I share your concerns at the pressure this places on already-stretched services in the area. I continue to be in active dialogue with the local Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) about the surgery’s closure. I encourage anyone concerned about their ability to access a GP appointment to contact the CCG on 0117 900 2655, or via email at bnssg. customerservice@nhs.net. As always, please get in touch with me with any concerns or issues you would like to raise. You can find my contact details on my website: www.debbonaire.co.uk/ contact.

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Schools invited to join air pollution-reducing pilot scheme SCHOOL communities across Bristol are being invited to help pilot an initiative to temporarily close roads outside schools during drop off and pick up periods. The ‘School Streets’ scheme was first announced on Clean Air Day on June 20 by the Mayor of Bristol and involves Bristol City Council working closely with communities to create a safer, cleaner environment to travel in. Both primary and secondary school communities are now invited to express an interest in

trialling the initiative in their area. It could mean enforcing road closures in some locations using signs, flashing lights and bollards, subject to agreement and support from residents. One local school that has already expressed an interest in the scheme is Cotham Gardens School, which has previously raised concerns about the safety of children walking to and from the school’s Elmgrove site as a result of traffic and speeding cars. Speaking about the pilot,

Councillor Helen Godwin, Cabinet Member for Children and Young People at Bristol City Council, said: “We need to transform the school run and put much more emphasis on active travel, which will help reduce pollution and create a better environment. There are proven benefits to encouraging our children to start their day walking or cycling to school. Physical activity can increase concentration, as well as encouraging healthy growth and development.”

A key benefit of the initiative involves connecting schools with a range of existing resources and support available via the council to improve journeys, such as road safety sessions, Bikeability training to develop cycling skills, scooter training and active travel breakfasts. If you are interested in finding out more about the School Streets pilot, please email Councillor Godwin: Cllr.Helen. Godwin@bristol.gov.uk or Councillor Kye Dudd: Cllr.Kye. Dudd@bristol.gov.uk.

Ashley Down station gets 2019 Bristol Tree of the Year the green light BETTER connections and more frequent rail services are coming down the tracks after the West of England Combined Authority (WECA) approved a further £3.5m investment in the MetroWest project. The funding was approved by WECA on 14 June to support the next stage in the project, which aims to deliver additional infrastructure and train operations by the end of 2021. A new station will also be constructed at Ashley Down, on the existing Filton Bank (between Filton Abbey Wood and Stapleton Road) providing a local rail alternative from Ashley Down into Bristol city centre. There will also be an hourly service for a reopened Henbury Line with new stations at Henbury and North Filton as well as a half hourly service for Yate local station on the Bristol Parkway to Gloucester line, through the provision of an additional service between Bristol Parkway and Yate. The WECA Committee has also agreed to take forward ambitions for a new rail station serving Charfield. West of England Mayor, Tim Bowles, said: “Rail is a key part of my ambition to improve public transport in the region, giving people more sustainable ways to travel. “This includes improving the Severn Beach line to provide direct services to Bath and Westbury, re-opening Henbury station and more frequent services to Yate. We also have plans to open new train stations in Portishead, Henbury, Portway and Charfield.”

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Cleo Lake: my year as Lord Mayor of Bristol week. It was amazing to discover all the things the girls were involved with including charity work, enterprise and activism as well as their A levels.

Cleo Lake, Green Party councillor for Cotham, has spent the past year as the Lord Mayor of Bristol. One of her first acts in office was to remove a portrait of slave trader Edward Colston by Thomas Gainsborough, demonstrating that the ceremonial role can be used to send a message. Bishopston Voice met up with Cleo to find out more about her year in office and her political ambitions. What were the highlights of your role? I’ve met so many people and learned much more about the city. It was a massive privilege to meet balloonist Brian Jones, who was born in Knowle West, went to Hengrove school and left with just one qualification because he was bullied. He went on to join the RAF at 18 and at the age of 30 became involved in ballooning. Twenty years ago Brian and his Swiss co-pilot set the world record for travelling around the world in a hot air balloon, breaking seven world records. I met him in Switzerland at the International Balloon Fiesta where he was celebrated for his achievements. I was keen to open up the ‘At Home’ tea events at the official Lord Mayor’s residence, the Mansion House, to families and get young people involved. I invited Avon Downs and Gorge

Wildlife Project to carry out some nature projects in the garden, setting up a bird trail and mask making. It was something that parents and children really got involved with. What was the impact of your role in schools? I insisted on visiting as many schools in south Bristol as I could. I know the central areas very well but I haven’t done much work in south Bristol, plus there’s been much negative press about how you are unlikely to go to university if you live in this area. The number of children I’ve come across who are on the verge of getting transferred from their school or sent to a pupil referral units is incredible. The system is not working for them so I’m setting up some summer projects for these pupils to reframe what we learn and how we learn it. I think it’s important that people across the city don’t just know about Brunel but learn a wider history than that. I invited Brian Jones to speak at three different schools in South Bristol,

as he’s from Knowle West, and the children gained so much out of those visits. I’d like to introduce an annual day for academies to celebrate their schools at a major location in the city, similar to the Charter Day or Commemoration Day that the independent schools have at Bristol Cathedral or the University. I want everyone to feel that sense of place and pride in the city. Going back to Colston’s Girls School, my senior school, and being able to deliver the keynote address at the Commemoration, was a highlight of my role, especially considering that two years prior to that I was on the outside of the Cathedral as an activist challenging them on why they were still celebrating Colston. That’s all changed now and it was a really proud moment to be able to give the address, say some of the things that I wanted to say but have the full support of the school and the respect. I invited the head girls who spoke at the Commemoration to visit me in the parlour at City Hall in International Women’s

Do you think you’ve been able to make a difference? I’ve been trying to get rid of stereotypes and prejudices on all sides so when I meet people who may disagree with me, I try to start a conversation and get a point across in a respectful way. Even several months later I’d meet people who said how they liked what I did with taking down the pictures. I’ve built up a good relationship with the Merchant Venturers and I honestly believe that they are trying to shape the city and move in some good directions. I’ve learned that there are some amazing people across the city who want to reach out and engage in a different way. I’d like to see more of the calling out of things where there is obvious inequality such as the university not paying business rates. No one is suggesting charging the students Council Tax but what about the landlords who obviously make a fair amount of profit out of it? Do you have plans for a future in politics? Standing for election as an MEP was a good experience and I’m disappointed that I wasn’t elected. I expected Bristol to be a great result as the Green Party campaigned for Remain in a Remain city but the result was even better than I thought. It shows too that Molly Scott Cato has been a great MEP. I’m hoping that I’ll be able to stand as an MP in the future. I think we should have an overview about how the role of Lord Mayor could evolve, asking what do we want to achieve and why do we do that? I get the sense that the new Lord Mayor and the Mayor are working together however, every meeting that I had lined up with Marvin was cancelled. I was keen to meet up with him early on and put our party stuff aside, but it didn’t happen. This is a non political role and I think it could be used to send a message across the city.

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n NEWS THE owner of a longstanding costume shop on Coldharbour Road has spoken to the Voice ahead of its closure at the end of July, writes Keri Beckingham. Carnival Costumes will close its doors for the last time on July 31 after 13 years of business. Angela Wakely had always made costumes for her children and been involved in amateur dramatics before deciding to turn her hobby into a business in 2006. Since then, she says that the shop has always maintained a high quality of service, and that their most popular costumes over the years have been the 1970s thanks to themed weekends at holiday parks like Butlins and musicals like Mamma Mia, as well as pirates as a result of the success of Pirates of the Caribbean. In addition, she is also really proud of the Christmas pudding costumes that were made for Mel and Sue’s last episode of Bake Off, as well as a huge pair of underpants for Wallace to wear for Aardman Animations. As a result of the rise of the internet and the fact that it’s now easier than ever to buy readyto-wear fancy dress costumes online, Angela has decided to close the shop on her terms after noticing a dramatic drop in footfall over the last 18 months. However, she has announced that she will carry on her costume making and alteration business from home in Redland, as she no longer needs the shop to do this. Speaking about the closure of the shop and her memories of the last 13 years, Angela said: “We don’t just let hire costumes, but we also take them in and alter them so that the individual will have something that they are really happy with. I’ve just finished making a 1920s dress for 30th birthday, and I also make costumes for a drag queen

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'Thanks for 13 years of fun!' and alter bridesmaid’s dresses and wedding dresses too. We have always liked to do things properly, and all of our hire costumes are washed in Ariel and Lenor after every hire – our mantra from the start has always been if it can’t be washed, it can’t be hired. “We’ve always had the best selection of childrenswear in the city, however mums are now buying online rather than coming into the shop. Packet costumes have completely gone over to the internet, although our hire and made-to-measure costumes have always had good sales and we’ve really built this up over years. We’ve found that more and more people are choosing to buy online and then just come into the shop when things go wrong and it needs to be altered, however my older customers still want to come in and see the real deal. “All of our customers are devastated that we’re closing, and have been remembering all of the costumes we’ve made for them over the years, sometimes in as little as 20 or 30 minutes. We’ve supported schools around us as well as drama groups, and I feel we’ve really been part of the local community. Our window displays have become famous across the city too, and I’m sure that we must have the window that changes the most in Bristol. “I’d like to say thank you to all of our customers over the years and all of the people we’ve met. You’ve given us enormous fun and we are sad to be closing, but we will carry on in a different way.” A sale of the costumes is taking place during July. If you have an event coming up that requires a ‘little something out of the ordinary’ there’s still time to make a wacky purchase before the end of the month. To find out more about Angela’s madeto-wear costumes and alterations business, call: 07722 137323 or email: angelamwakely@ gmail.com

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Local Guides have a winning strategy

TEAMS of Guides from Redland and Westbury Park joined 2,000 other Guides and Scouts at Strategy Camp in June. In its 5th year, Strategy is a multi-activity challenge hike consisting of three hubs of ten bases, each of varying difficulty and complexity set around a 3,000-acre site on Earl Bathurst’s estate, Cirencester Park. Each challenge was worth a different amount of points and teams from the 93rd and 1st Bristol Guide units had to plan their own route and decide which challenges to visit in the allotted time to score the most points. Base challenges included everything from pioneering to supermarket sweep; rock-climbing to paper bridges and problem solving to rifle shooting! They could be anything which tested physical stamina, mental prowess and Guiding and Scouting skills. As well as the main challenge, there was a host of entertainment and activities to do during the rest of the weekend. All of the Guide teams did really well with one team really excelling. Team Optima won Hub C and when all the results were put together came second overall narrowly behind the winning team, having covered 24 out of the 30 bases.

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Pantaloons performers go down a storm

DESPITE the unfavourable weather forecast, more than 200 enthusiastic supporters turned out on Sunday June 23 to watch the Pantaloons touring theatre group perform in St. Andrews Park. Based loosely on Jane Austen's classic, 'Sense and Sensibility', the Pantaloons gave the work their usual wacky interpretation including some hilarious slap-stick moments and frequent mingling with the audience, as well as some liberal tasting of their wine and picnic food! Promoted by The Friends of St. Andrews Park, member and event organiser Paul Bullivant was delighted with the response from the community: "Although the weather was against us we had a very enthusiastic crowd at this, the third performance by the wonderful Pantaloons,” he said. “We have already booked them for June 14 2020 when they will be performing their interpretation of 'Sherlock Holmes' which fits well with our plans to celebrate next year the 125th anniversary of the opening of this wonderful park.”

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Kings coach selected for GB tennis over 35s ELLY Shearman, Head Coach at Kings Lawn Tennis Club in Bishopston has been selected to play for GB in the tennis World Championships Over 35s in Miami in October. It’s an exciting time for Elly who’s been working hard to attain peak fitness after having her first child. She currently plays in the county over 35s league and after a conversation with a fellow competitor decided to aim for the World Championships, competing against 14 countries in the five day championships. Elly says: “Flamingo Park is an amazing facility. It’s an honour to be chosen and I’m going to do my best. There will be a ceremony, flags, and we get to wear a GB kit. It’s good to know that there are fun things you can do in sport throughout your life.” Elly, a former pupil of St Peter and St Paul’s School in Redland, trained at Kings Club as a teenager. How to get children interested in tennis is something that she understands well as she first picked up a racquet at a holiday tennis course herself. “I’m not from a tennis background at all,” says Elly. “I started playing accidentally by taking part in a holiday course and I just loved it. Luckily I met coaches who encouraged and trained me. I was a National

Elly Shearman practising her strokes at Kings LTC Level Junior. “Tennis teaches you such confidence and resilience because you have to stand on a court on your own. To come back from 4-1 down to win a match gives tremendous self-confidence to a child as they know they have done that themselves on the court.” Elly’s tennis took her to the USA for University, studying on

a full scholarship for a degree in Sports Medicine and a Masters in Sports Psychology. She lived there for ten years but when she came back to the UK she knew she wanted to work in grassroots tennis, and has been coaching at Kings for the last five years. Francois du Preez, Elly’s husband and coaching mentor, is in charge of performance level tennis at the club. King’s Tennis

Police move to new base on Southmead Hospital site THE local policing team in Southmead opened the doors at their new enquiry office based at Southmead Hospital on July 8. The enquiry office occupies a space on the ground floor and the first floor will provide a modern, fit for purpose station for the local Neighbourhood team. Inspector Lorna Dallimore commented: “We have always been committed to having a police station in Southmead and the new site will provide facilities for two Neighbourhood teams and an enquiry office within one of the force’s highest demand areas. “It is important to us that our officers are based in their community and our new permanent location will ensure the Neighbourhood team remains in the heart of the local community. “The new site will also provide us with even more opportunities to continue great

partnership working with our NHS colleagues at Southmead Hospital.” Avon and Somerset Police and Crime Commissioner Sue Mountstevens said: “I’m delighted to unveil the new and permanent home for Southmead police station at Southmead Hospital. “From speaking to local people, I know how important it is to them to have a policing a presence in the community. I hope residents will feel reassured that the police are not leaving the area and will find our new base, Westgate House, accessible and convenient.” You can visit the new Westgate House enquiry office at Southmead Hospital between 10am - 6pm Monday to Friday. Call 101 for non-emergency or in an emergency call 999. Visit www. avonandsomerset.police.uk for assistance.

Club are keen to encourage children to give tennis a go and are setting up six week Tennis for Kids courses for those aged 8 years and under as part of a LTA initiative. A Mums and Toddlers group attracts a number of families on a Monday morning and accessible tennis runs on a Tuesday with Send a Welcome where children with SEND and their siblings can do it together. Tennis Holiday Camps are running throughout the summer holidays from 9am - 1pm, for children aged 4 - 15 years, where all abilities are catered for. The cost is £15 per day and there is the flexibility to pick and choose which days to play. There is a special summer offer - Book 3 (or more) days in the same week and enjoy a free 4th session with Elly any time over the summer. The level of tennis is very high locally and some of the kids at Kings are making it into the county B squads. Among the Bristol players who are doing well are Aryana Bartlett who started at Coombe Dingle and is in the top 4 under 14 category, Katie Swan is on the professional tour and Laura Sainsbury is playing abroad. To find out more about Kings Tennis Club or to book a session see https://clubspark.lta.org. uk/KingsLawnTennisClub or https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/ EllyShearmanCoaching

Climate emergency declared by WECA THE West of England Combined Authority (WECA) has declared a climate emergency. Tim Bowles, Mayor of the West of England, moved the motion at the WECA Committee meeting on 19 July, and said: “Figures from the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy demonstrate a reduction in carbon emissions across the West of England Combined Authority region by 35% since 2005. This reduction was achieved while the region’s economy grew by 46% according to the Office of National Statistics. This clearly demonstrates that economic growth can be achieved alongside ambitious carbon reduction if we work together as a region.” The WECA Committee also approved a £250,000 investment to develop pilot projects supporting the region’s move to a low carbon future.

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n NEWS A BRISTOL-wide project aimed at helping to support the next generation of women to carve out careers for themselves took place on 1 July at the University of Bristol. The Bristol Women’s Commission (BWC) gathered 200 female students to explore their future options at a conference attended by eminent women leaders from across the city. Volunteers from industries including engineering, journalism, medicine and physiotherapy led groups of girls, sharing how they entered their chosen professions and talking about other life experiences they have gained along the way. Isabel Tobias, Headmistress of Redmaids’ High School, cochair of the BWC Education Task Force, and organiser of the event said: “Our delegates are from years 10 and 12 – aged 15 and 17 – a hugely important time in girls’ personal development. “The opportunity in front of them is to absorb the real life experience of a group of women from diverse backgrounds and professions. I hope that the students make the most of the

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Window Wanderland needs your help AFTER five successful years of lighting up the streets of Bishopston with dazzling window displays, the Wanderland team needs NEW members to step forward this year to ensure it continues. The team hopes that enough local people will want to see future events and will volunteer to help with duties such as marketing, press, social media, sponsorship and schools liaison. Maybe you could be a street rep to help get neighbours involved, or maybe you are part of a local community group and want to run it with your team? Cath Rymell has been part of the core team since 2016 but due to family and work commitments is stepping down: “It is a fun, positive and inspiring event and volunteers will be part of something really special and unique. I have watched it grow, not just here in Bristol, but globally, and I really hope it is able to continue spreading joy for many years to come,” she said. Window Wanderland started in Bishopston and was set up to tackle loneliness and connect communities and it has certainly done just that. It has created opportunities for collaboration with schools and businesses whilst spreading happiness and a sense of belonging in neighbourhoods. The event is planned to return for a sixth year on the leap weekend of 29 February 2020. It’s a chance to get involved again or for the first time, throw those curtains wide and spread the Wanderland love to help make it another huge success. To find out more email wwbishopston@gmail.com

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Health and wellbeing award for FHS FAIRFIELD High School (FHS) is delighted to have been awarded the Bristol Healthy Schools’ Health & Wellbeing badge, in recognition for its considerable work to address and promote the issues around this complex and topical subject throughout the whole school community. This award is a celebration and culmination of excellent work, including an open culture where talking about mental health and asking for help is encouraged, curricular and extracurricular activities (focusing on mental health and wellbeing) are embedded to promote healthy lifestyles, and staff and students working together to plan and deliver initiatives to promote good mental health. For example, FHS empowers its students by offering multiple opportunities for them to share their opinions, with concerted

effort on the areas surrounding mental health and well-being. An outcome of this being an all gender toilet in response to feedback from the school’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and

Transgender (LGBTQ) group; this group also ran a training session for staff to educate them on how to address and deal with transgender students. Staff are just as important

to the FHS community with well-being featuring on every formal agenda. Staff surveys on wellbeing are regularly conducted; recent changes as a result of these including the review of the schedule for meetings and parents evenings, reviewing the pattern of the school day and adjusting it in response to staff suggestions. Janice Callow, Strategic Projects Lead at FHS comments: “The general well-being of our staff and students is of utmost priority, and we are over the moon that our efforts, which take place effortlessly on a daily basis, have been recognised in such a manner. We appreciate that every individual is unique with a variety of needs, which is why we put so many measures in place to accommodate these. We shall be displaying this badge with pride, and would like to thank the Healthy Schools team for all of its hard work and efforts.”

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New headmaster appointed at QEH RUPERT Heathcote has been appointed as Headmaster of Queen Elizabeth’s Hospital School (QEH) from Easter 2020. Mr Heathcote is currently Second Master at King Edward VI’s school, Birmingham, one of the leading academic schools for boys in the country, and is responsible for the day-to-day running of the school. Reflecting on his appointment, Rupert Heathcote said: “I’m enormously excited to be appointed Head of such a vibrant and confident school, which champions the development of strong personal values and qualities, whilst also being academically ambitious for all pupils. I am hugely looking forward to joining the school and working with all in the school community and beyond to build on the school’s success.” Chair of Governors, David Smart, said: “I am delighted to be welcoming Rupert Heathcote to QEH. He will be a worthy successor to Stephen Holliday, who will step down at Easter 2020 after 20 years as Headmaster.” Mr Heathcote is married with three children, and he and his wife have strong family connections here, having both grown up in the West Country. He is a keen sportsman, having coached rugby and cricket throughout his career, and enjoys running, cycling and outdoor pursuits.

Trinity Academy set to open in September CATHEDRAL Schools Trust (CST) new secondary school, Trinity Academy, is set to open its doors in September and will be full with 120 accepted places. The school is situated on the site of a former junior school on Romney Avenue and next to Stoke Park Primary in Lockleaze. The city council planning committee approved plans for the permanent school building on July 10 which will include a concert hall, sports hall, sports pitch and multi-use games area. All staff have now been appointed and include an excellent and experienced academic and pastoral team. CST Trinity Academy, like Bristol Cathedral Choir School, will also offer a music specialism, delivering enhanced, co-curricular opportunities for students to explore performing and creative arts. Headteacher Eiron Bailey said: “It is clear that the families who have signed up for Trinity are full of hope and aspirations for their children. We are passionate about delivering a world class education that allows this hope to be fulfilled. It has been so exciting to meet with the Year 6 students as they prepare to join us in September and we are delighted that they have caught hold of our vision and are ready to succeed.”

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School's Walk for Will THE whole of Westbury Park School took part in a charity walk at the end of June to remember Will Rainsbury, a six-year-old pupil who died from a brain tumour earlier this year. Deputy head teacher Helen Clark said: “It was a lovely day. We didn’t know Will for long but he was a gregarious, fun-loving boy who loved his friends and outdoor learning. We wanted to do something special for him that reflected all that. The idea of the walk was a celebration of the things that he loved.” The ‘Walk for Will’ took place at Redland Green Park which was packed with parents, teachers and Westbury Park pupils all stepping up to the challenge. Will’s parents were there too, with dad John and his little brother waving a flag to launch everyone off on the walk. The aim was to walk twice around a kilometre circuit of the green. It was a very hot day but

with year 6 pupils buddied up with the reception children, all the kids made the distance, and celebrated with bubbles and an iced lolly. “Each child blew bubbles to remember the fun because that’s what Will was like,” said Helen Clark. Year 1 pupils and teachers held a special ceremony to unveil a friendship bench which the PTA funded for the KS1 playground. On that bench are many of the things that Will liked. The bench is brightly coloured, there’s an emblem of a rainbow and a flipflop, because that’s what Will liked to wear. After school the whole parent community pulled together for a MEGA cake sale. It was a triumph - 20 minutes of crazy cake selling that raised a magnificent £700. A grand total of £1,662 was raised in total for the Little Hero charity, including funds from two cake sales as

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coming to terms with Will’s death. Helen Clark said: “We supported the children right from the beginning, inviting in a counsellor from the Rainbow Centre in Knowle who specialise in child bereavement. They were around for the children who really needed the help.” Year 6 pupil Jack H said: “"I felt that it was really lovely that our school remembered Will. It really made me realise how lucky

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had curly hair. He was cheeky in a good way and funny and very happy.” Alicia added: "We were raising money to remember Will. We walked around Redland Green, it was very hot but lots of fun. We blew bubbles and blew them to Will. “Will was cheeky in a lovely funny way. He had lots of friends because he was so friendly. That's why we have a friendship bench to go to if we need a friend." Will’s parents, John and Lee-Ann, have set up a charity in his memory - “Little Hero” - and are raising funds to support families facing the disease, advance understanding of Medulloblastoma (childhood brain tumours) and fund research efforts to find new treatments and improve existing methods. To donate and read more about Will’s story, Medulloblastoma and the objectives of the charity, please

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St Bon’s says farewell to Mrs Charles LUCILLE Charles, head teacher at St Bonaventure’s in Bishopston for the last 20 years, retired at the end of the summer term. Mrs Charles said: “I’ve been here for a long time and a teacher for over 40 years. “I’m taking a term time holiday and then I’ll be volunteering in schools and taking on some mentoring work as well.” The school held a number of goodbye events including a soiree for past teachers and a Mass in St Bonaventure’s church which was an opportunity for everyone who has worked with Mrs Charles to say thank you and goodbye. There was generous support from parents at the school who presented Mrs Charles with some gifts. “I’ll take lots of lovely memories of our community with me, “ added Mrs Charles. “We’ve completely rebuilt the school in my time as head

teacher. It took six years to complete and the parents remained faithful to the school while it was happening. Parents rally around here and support us and each other. “I remember going to a planning meeting where a pupil spoke up about why we should

have a new school. I was so proud. “We worked together to write the school song, celebrated the Queen’s Jubilee in style and had great fun going away on school camp.” Mrs Charles is delighted that she is leaving St Bonaventure’s

with good governors and a school fit for purpose where children achieve good SATS results. She’s developed a balanced curriculum for the children with plenty of emphasis on drama, music and sports. The school swimming team came sixth in the national school swimming championships in Sheffield this year. The school drama club is thriving with more than 100 children taking part in outstanding productions, supplied with props by a supportive group of parents. “It’s been a privilege for me to work with our families, teachers and pupils. Our children leave here with a solid grounding. They are well-rounded, able to care for themselves, and go on to take part in charity work and fundraising.” New head teacher Sarah Ballantine, previously Deputy Head at St Bon’s, is looking forward to taking over from Mrs Charles and stepping into her new role from September.

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Caitlin (left) and Loveday who have both won places to study at Kings’ College, London

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IB Diploma students head off to shape the world THE Redmaids’ High IB Diploma class of 2019 kicked off the summer’s exam results in style, with several, clearly inspired by their global studies, now moving onto further international fields of study. A number will be starting degrees in international law, politics, economics and international relations next year. The globally-recognised qualification involves studying three subjects at ‘higher level’ and three subjects at ‘standard level’ enabling students to maintain breadth and depth of learning. Seven girls earned 35 or more points out of a maximum possible of 45, including four who gained 40 or more points. Many far exceeded their predicted scores. Loveday Kossmann, who gained the highest score of 42, excitedly said: “I’m blown away”, and “I’m so grateful to the school and my teachers”. Caitlin O’Regan earned an excellent 37 points. Both girls are now heading to King’s College, London to study English Law and German Law, and English Law and French Law respectively. Caitlin’s interest in law and

politics grew when in Year 11 she was elected to Bristol’s Youth Council, and then as a Sixth Former became a Member of the UK Youth Parliament. She said: “I would one day like a career in politics, but first I want to study law and gain some life experience so that I can better represent people’s views as a politician.” Immy Pryce scored 39 points and is going to the University of Manchester to embark on Geography with International Studies. Former Head Girl, Niki Mehta, who gained 40 points, has two different career paths in mind. She is taking a year out to pursue her film career before applying to study either medicine or PPE – philosophy, politics and economics. Isabel Tobias, Headmistress at the all-girls day school, said: “We encourage all our students to be free thinking and outward looking and they are naturally influenced by the many world issues and political activity taking place around us. “I am very proud of what this class have already achieved and will watch with interest as they carve out their futures.”

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May was fantastic with an even greater turnout in June. We are empowering our young people to have a voice in their future and to express their concerns to those in positions of power and the general public; this is a very powerful lesson for them." Louis an eight year old pupil at Sefton Park School, highlighted what a serious issue this is for our young people. He said: “There is no plan B and the world's very close to ending but it's worth trying to help every month 'cos it might just make a difference.” Sarah George, a parent of children at Brunel Field Primary School, was inspired by the Sefton Park protest to start one at Brunel Field. Sarah said: "I was blown away by the response of children and parents

to organising our protest. On the day I expected a handful of people to turn up, but the pavement was packed with people who felt the same way." The organisers hope that the impact on people seeing school after school demonstrating against climate change on their

commute to work will inspire more people to get involved and get their voices heard. "Wouldn't it be great if this spread across the whole city or even across the country?" said Sarah. "Imagine how great the impact would be then!"

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Feast Day at St Bon's ST Bonaventures school and parish came together on Sunday 14 July for the annual celebration of the Feast Day of their saint, St Bonaventure. Mass was held in the sunshine in the school playground by Fr. Tom where the community were joined by all the children who had recently completed their First Holy Communion. This was followed by a BBQ, bouncy castle, bar, vegan food stall, face-painting, games and fantastic music by Funk City Band.

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Saving badgers – Avon Wildlife Trust begins major vaccination programme AVON Wildlife Trust has begun vaccinating badgers on a nature reserve for the first time this summer. The vaccination project is designed to tackle the problem of bovine TB in badgers and show a viable alternative to the cull policy which has resulted in thousands of badgers being killed in many parts of the UK. The charity, which manages 30 nature reserves, is initially vaccinating badgers at one woodland site but aims to roll out an extensive programme of vaccination over the next four years, working with farmers and landowners to jointly find a way to tackle bovine TB in badgers. Bovine TB is spread in several ways, primarily through contact between cows, and the disease has a devastating effect on farmers and their livelihoods. There is the potential for the disease to move through badger populations and the work of Avon Wildlife Trust is an important first step, alongside other measures, to tackle this disease. It will also help wild badgers to thrive. To pay for the vaccines, equipment and training needed to continue protecting badgers through this work, Avon Wildlife Trust has launched a campaign to raise at least £20,000. To find out more and donate to the Save Our Badgers appeal go to: www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/ saveourbadgers. Photo courtesy of Bevis Watts

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Good food serves a good cause CATERING and hospitality students at City of Bristol College were given the opportunity to work alongside high-profile industry chefs and learn the tricks of the trade at a charity dinner for Jessie May Children’s Hospice at Home Service. The catering team at City of Bristol College teamed up with Jessie May and Helping Hands and Pans to bring together a group of experienced chefs and restaurant workers to deliver this charity fundraising event. More than 60 people dined at the college’s City Restaurant on Anchor Road. The event raised £4,000 for the charity which will help to pay for an additional 40 hours of vital respite support for a family or support at the end of a child’s life with a Jessie nurse who knows the family’s needs and wishes. Chris Roys, Chief Executive of Jessie May, said: “Jessie May is very grateful to everyone who made this event such a success. Every guest was treated to an incredible culinary experience over four impressive courses. It was a privilege to welcome the Helping Hands and Pans to Bristol for one night only. City Restaurant at City of Bristol College offered the most perfect location for this event and the evening could not have been a success if it wasn’t for all the students’ hard work and the professional chef’s skills, knowledge and experience.” Ian Fitzgerald of Helping Hands and Pans, and Managing Director of The Rick Stein Group brought in colleagues from Padstow and ‘Rick Stein,

Marlborough’ to the event. He commented: “When Jessie May asked us to support this event we were delighted to get involved. The enthusiasm and hard work of the students was appreciated by all in what was a splendid evening of great food and service.” Alexandra Sermon, Assistant Principal, Further and Higher Education at City of Bristol College, added: “At City of Bristol College we pride ourselves on equipping our students with skills which will prepare them for working life. Through this event, they’ve not only been able to continue developing their culinary skills but also worked under supervision of a team of professional chefs, experiencing the pressures of a real commercial kitchen. Similarly, their front of house skills were in demand as they successfully

managed the four course dinner and over 60 guests.” Jessie May is a Bristolbased charity providing nursing care at home for children and young people with life limiting

conditions who are not expected to live beyond the age of 19. Jessie May was established in September 1994 by Chris and Philippa Purrington, following the death of their baby daughter Jessica May, at four months old. “The difference the evening has made to our families is priceless,” concluded Chris Roys. “Jessie May is a charity that provides hospice at home care for terminally ill children within their own homes throughout Bristol, South Gloucestershire, North Somerset, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. As a charity we are almost entirely dependent on public support.” City of Bristol College offers a wide range of courses in catering and hospitality, including classroom-based and apprenticeship pathways. To join the college in September, apply via www.cityofbristol.ac.uk/ courses/catering-hospitality/.

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Pupils join voyage round British coast PRIMARY pupils from The Dolphin School in Montpelier were among school children who spent a week in a classroom like no other. The adventurous children set sail from Welsh Back harbour in Bristol on May 25 with students from Venturers Academy in south Bristol, which is also part of Venturers Trust. They were on board the Queen Galadriel for the first leg of an eight-week voyage around the coast of Great Britain involving 96 shipmates. The trip was due to end back in Bristol on July 26. The first crew were seen off by a host of family, friends, classmates, teachers and governors waving from the dockside and a choir from The Dolphin School singing songs of encouragement. As well as sailing the ship under the watchful eye of a skilled crew, each group of children and their teachers were learning, working, eating and sleeping on board the ship for seven days at sea, before docking in harbour for a new group to take over.. The initiative, dubbed The Wettest Classroom on Earth, was, together with Extreme Classrooms, the Cirdan Trust, Whole Education and Kunskapsskolan. The Wettest Classroom was more than two years in the making, including a challenging selection camp last summer, held in Snowdonia for 166 students from across the country. A fully inclusive expedition, it involves children from all

over the UK working together, encouraging each other and overcoming challenges as a team – all on the open sea. During each leg at sea, home for the students was a Baltic Trader, 32.9 metres long with a beam of 6.6 metres, built in 1937 in Denmark. The ship, which sleeps up to 16 crew members, was bought by the Cirdan Trust in 1983 and renamed Queen Galadriel. The children taking part range in age from 10 to 18 and represent 11 different primary schools, secondary schools, sixth forms and a special school. Venturers’ Academy in Withywood, a special school for children with a primary diagnosis of autism, has been at the forefront of this initiative from day one and sent 15 students on the voyage, across four separate legs of the journey. The first crew consisted of three children from Venturers’ Academy and five children from The Dolphin, accompanied by seven teaching staff. Of the 11 schools taking part in the entire voyage, five were from the South West region, three of them part of Venturers Trust. Students from Merchants’ Academy in Withywood took the ship’s wheel for the Peterhead to Oban leg, where they navigated the vessel through Loch Ness – a far cry from the suburbs of Bristol! The vast majority of funding for the 27 Venturers Trust children taking part, was provided by the Society of Merchant Venturers, whose members donated £45,000. The Society is co-sponsor of

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Dolphin student Esme learns on board skills such as rope throwing Venturers Trust, along with the University of Bristol. Trystan Williams, Principal of Venturers’ Academy and spearheading the initiative on behalf of Venturers Trust, said: “Real-world experiences bring the curriculum to life and can be quite literally life-changing for young people. The depth of commitment required to bring together an event like this is extraordinary and I am grateful to everyone who has helped to move this incredible initiative” Alan Chambers MBE, polar explorer and CEO of Extreme Classrooms, said: “This experience will increase the confidence of every child who takes part. They will each feel proud of their achievement and will develop teamwork and leadership skills by rolling up their sleeves and gaining handson experience in a challenging

but unforgettable environment.” After completing their t part of the voyage, the students returned to share stories with their classmates of their incredible adventure. Highlights included climbing the rigging, steering the ship and spotting dolphins, puffins, seals and a minke whale. Leon, age 14 and a pupil at Venturers’ Academy said: “I have learnt how to believe in myself and I’m braver than I ever was before.” Fern, age 11 and a pupil at The Dolphin School, said: “The Wettest Classroom was an amazing experience, especially seeing all the sea life. The trip has definitely made me more responsible and resilient. It also made me realise that I can explore new places and home will always be there when I get back.”

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Join #Team45for45 for Bristol Half Marathon BRISTOL charity Above & Beyond is calling on the community to join the team for the Great Bristol Half Marathon. To celebrate 45 years of supporting Bristol’s hospitals, the charity is recruiting for a team of 45 amazing runners to take part in one of the city’s most-loved events. This year’s run is taking place on 15 September and public entry is now open. Simon Law, a former patient at Bristol Heart Institute (BHI), ran the half in 2016 – three years after he had a heart attack. He said: “A heart attack is the sort of thing you never think will happen to you, but you’re not as invincible as you think. “It hit me hard – both physically and mentally. I pushed everyone away. “I thought I could look after myself, but twice I ended up back in an ambulance. It was only then I realised the seriousness of what I had been through.” Simon was treated with the

help of the cardiac rehabilitation team at the BHI. Running played a key part in his recovery. He raised £1,500 in 2016 and since then he has completed the Bristol to Paris Cycle Challenge as well – a feat he is taking on for a second time this September. Simon added: “In a weird way the heart attack was the best thing that happened to me. Before when I was stressed, I would light up a cigarette but now I put on my trainers and go for a run or out on my bike. “If it had happened 10 years later who knows what the outcome would have been. It gave me a chance to rebalance my life before it’s too late.” Above & Beyond raise funds for the eight Bristol city centre hospitals, including Bristol Royal Infirmary, Bristol Royal Hospital for Children and Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre, and South Bristol Community Hospital. The money raised goes towards staff training and development, world-class

Simon Law is training hard for this year's Bristol Half Marathon equipment, innovative research and making the hospitals a more comfortable place for patients, their families and the staff who treat them. Karlie Evans, community fundraising officer for Above & Beyond, said: “By joining the team not only will you be helping to raise vital funds for

your hospitals, but you’ll have a fantastic experience on the fast, flat and fun route which is suitable for runners of all abilities.” To join #Team45for45, visit the Above & Beyond website: www.aboveandbeyond.org.uk/ bristol-half-marathon

Violinist Julia Hwang wows audience THE Filtones Choir and their audience were entranced by a spectacular performance from their guest solo violinist, Julia Hwang. Julia is a former pupil of Clifton College and recent graduate of Cambridge who has now been awarded a full scholarship to study at the Royal College of Music.

Filtones member Dot Bryant said: “What a treat for us all at our annual summer Concert at St Peter’s Henleaze. The concert was in aid of the charity, BRACE, for whom Julia is also a cultural ambassador.” The choir performed well too with a programme of songs from musicals, jazz numbers, spirituals, and the Beatles, expertly conducted by Musical Director, Dr Fabian Huss. The Filtones Choir will be now be “resting” during August and will resume rehearsals on Wednesday 4 September at Eden Grove Methodist Church from 1.45 to 3.45pm. Dot Bryant added: “We are actively recruiting new members and welcome anyone who would like to drop in and just listen or give us a try. We are a nonauditioning choir and, an ability

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Firefighter set for charity cycle challenge

A FIREFIGHTER from Avon Fire & Rescue Service (AF&RS) is set to ride over 340 miles in just four days to raise awareness around organ donation. Nick Stratton will be taking part on the sponsored bike ride from Newcastle to Bristol in aid of the Transplant Association after his friend Kevin Mashford underwent a heart transplant in 2013. He is hoping to complete the ride from the Newcastle Freeman Hospital, where Kev underwent his heart transplant, to Ashton Gate Stadium from 22 - 25 July. The ride, in memory of Kev's cyclist donor, is aimed at both raising money for the Transplant Association and raising awareness about transplant and organ donation. Named Team Mash, the group are hoping to raise more than £25,000 with the cause particularly relevant for AF&RS. In May, the Service partnered with the NHS to wrap 13 fire

engines to help raise awareness of organ donation and the upcoming change in the law. Nick Stratton, who is technical fire safety watch manager for AF&RS, said: “I’ve known Kev for the last 16 years and in that time he has gone from the final stages of heart failure to receiving a donor heart and a new lease of life. “The transplant has not only extended his life, which had become very limiting, but also transformed it. “I remember the night he went in for surgery, it was very tense. The Transplant Association provides funding for NHS nurse education specifically around psychological support and aims to raise awareness of the importance of organ donation. “Since receiving his transplant, Kev decided to start cycling in memory of and dedication to his donor, John. The ride from the Newcastle

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n NEWS In Bishopston this month... Article 4 Direction The council has made what’s called an Article 4 Direction for an area which covers our ward. The Direction relates to houses in multiple occupation (HMO), an official term for properties rented out by at least three people who are not from one household (such as a family), but share facilities like the bathroom and kitchen. Student houses are a classic example. Normally, to convert a normal house to a small HMO planning permission is not required. However, due to the impact of the increasing volume of HMOs on our local community, the council is stepping in. The Direction, if confirmed, will mean that planning permission will be required to change a house into a small HMO (large HMOs already require permission). You can view and find out how to comment on the proposals at the following link before August 23: https://bit.ly/2JAPJqV

Ashley Down Station The council has recently reaffirmed its commitment to delivering a new rail station at Ashley Down. The station will be at the site of the former station at the bottom of Station Road, adjacent to the Concorde Way cycle route. We’re very excited to see the plan come to fruition in the coming years, as it will have a transformative impact for residents in both our ward and across Muller Road in Lockleaze, where hundreds of new homes and a new secondary school are being built in the near future. The station should also alleviate some of the pressure on local streets during cricket and football match days. Later in the year, a consultation will take place on the public access arrangements for the new station. Watch this space as we’ll inform residents when we know more! Bishopston Medical Practice We were disappointed to learn that the Bishopston Medical

Practice, on Nevil Road, will be closing down. The NHS Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) has reviewed options for the future of the practice and decided that closing it down and dispersing the patients to nearby surgeries was the best option. We disagree – having a local surgery to serve the community in that area is very important and it will be sorely missed. Patients should have received a letter recommending a practice to move to. If anyone comes across any issues with the move then please let us know. Horfield Common – The Ardagh We are delighted to learn that the Ardagh Community Trust has been granted a Community Asset Transfer (CAT) for the Ardagh building on Horfield Common. The CAT covers the part of the building not used by the Bowls Club, and also includes the tennis courts (but not the Bowling Green or car park). The

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n NEWS In St Andrews this month... The Council are looking for your views on tackling poor air quality which is damaging people’s health in the city. They are consulting on two options for a Clean Air Zone and need feedback by Monday 12 August. To respond to the consultation, visit bristol.gov.uk/ trafficcleanairzone The Council want people to do their bit in the battle against plastic by refilling water bottles. There are already 400 refill locations across the city and the Council have teamed up with Bristol Water to launch the first of eight new water fountains. To find out more, and to download the app which will tell you the locations of the refill stations, visit bit.ly/2Yc2ktR Your child’s school can help lead the way in creating a safe, cleaner environment to travel. Primary and secondary schools can join the Council’s ‘School Streets’ pilot initiative to temporarily close roads outside

schools during drop off and pick up, announced by the Mayor of Bristol on Clean Air Day in June. Find out more by contacting either Cllr Helen Godwin (cllr. helen.godwin@bristol.gov.uk) or Cllr Kye Dudd (cllr.kye.dudd@ bristol.gov.uk). A new tree strategy has been approved by the Council that outlines the authority’s approach to tree maintenance and planting as well as exploring how new areas of woodland and sites for more street trees will be identified. The strategy involves a £4m, five-year contract for maintaining all trees on council land as well as approving a new approach to increasing the city’s canopy cover and managing existing trees. There will also be a two-year extension to the funding of the One Tree Per Child project with Bristol schools – which has so far seen 57,000 trees planted – along with a search for new funding and partners to meet the city’s tree

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n NATURE WATCH With Dawn Lawrence

S I write I can hear swifts, stream-lined arrow-birds, so entirely airborne that they only touch down to raise their babies. Soon they will be leaving to spend the winter in Africa but before they go they seem to celebrate with screaming flights of what sounds close to mad euphoria. Sometimes a group of thirty careers about the sky, all crying out at once, dark silhouettes flashing silver as they catch the sun. Sometimes just two or three will lace themselves through the rooftops and chimney pots at impossible speeds. Who needs Formula One when you can watch these 3D races around dangerous corners and through wicked bottlenecks. And, zero carbon foot-print

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REGULAR EVENTS IN OUR AREA Monday n Toddler group at Ardagh Pavilion, Kellaway Avenue, Horfield Common. Ages 0-3, cost £2.50 per family includes refreshments and biscuits. All welcome. Friendly vibrant group just drop in. Contact Kay on 01179426580 for further details. n FitSteps, Ashley Down Primary School, Olveston Road, 7-8pm. FitSteps® the new craze in dance fitness classes from ‘Strictly Come Dancing’s’ very own Natalie Lowe, Ian Waite and Mark Foster. n Redland Wind Band rehearses at Redland Parish Hall, Redland Green at 730pm. We sometimes have vacancies, currently mainly for bass instruments. Go to our website redlandwindband.co.uk for further information and to contact us email us on redlandwindband@gmail. com. Get in touch if you would like to be put on our mailing list or would like to book us for events or fundraisers. n Redland Green Choir meets for rehearsals every Monday 7.30pm-9.30pm at Redland Green School. We sing a wide variety of music. New members welcome: no auditions. For more information, visit redlandgreenchoir.org.uk. 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

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afternoon or evening and Wednesday afternoon. Phone the club before coming, Tel.0117 929 1846 or www.bristolbridgeclub. co.uk n Cotham Parish Church Drop-In Playgroup, Cotham Church Hall, Cotham Road, BS6 6DR, open every Monday of term time from 1.30 to 3.30, offering a warm welcome to children from 0-school age, with their carers. We charge £1 per session per family, which includes refreshments for all, singing and a variety of toys. Some parking is available in front of the church. 0117 9733395 n North Bristol Community Project - Sewing Group for Beginners to Intermediate / Adults 10:30am - 12:00pm (4 Weeks £40) (6 Weeks £58) (8 Weeks £75) / Youth sewing Course (ages 7 - 11) 4:00 - 5:00PM (6 Weeks £60) / Youth Sewing Course ( ages 12 - 16) 5:15 - 6:15pm (6 Weeks £60) / - Prebooking essential, email nbcp84@ gmail.com for more information. Costs include all materials & refreshments. Maximum of 6 people. 160 Gloucester Rd, Bishopston, BS7 8NT. www. northbristolcommunityproject. org.uk. n Cotham Park Hit at Cotham Gardens, Redland Grove BS6 6PRshow up and exercise outdoorsboost your energy every Monday Wednesday and Friday morning at 9am. All done in 30 mins - suitable for everyone Contact Trish or just show up 07766448330 n Lindy Hop dance classes. Mondays. Beginners 7.45 p.m. Improvers 9 p.m. Learn to dance to swing, jive and Rock'n'Roll music. Drop in class. No need to bring a partner. Keep fit and meet new friends. Elmgrove Centre (side hall). Redland Road, BS6 6AH. www. hoppinmad.co.uk 01225332942. Tuesday n The Golden Buds is a group aimed at 18 months to 4 year olds 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 9.30-11am and 11.30-1pm in school terms. We take booking on a term by term basis. Each session costs £5, a second sibling is £2.50 and under 12 months can come along free. For more info, visit: thegoldenhillcommunitygarden. com

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Keep fit with dance moves – at Horfield Baptist Church, BS7 8NY, Tuesday mornings, from 10:15 – 11:15 am. Improve your mobility and general wellbeing, have fun, challenge yourself and feel more confident, keeping fit to music. The class also includes some body conditioning including seated excercise. Working at your own pace, the class is suitable for all abilities. Come along and make new friends at this very social and friendly class. Pay as you go at £4 per session. Wear comfortable clothing and appropriate footwear. For further information contact Eileen Scott, on 07969929733, or email, scottyartois@hotmail. com n Scottish Country Dancing Get fit with Westbury Scottish Club. Classes for beginners at Leonard Hall, Trinity-Henleaze URC, Waterford Road, Henleaze, (Tel: Tina 0117 9075462). Classes for more advanced dancers at St Peter’s Church Hall, Henleaze, (Tel: Cheryl 0117 9590970). 7.30pm to 9.30pm wscbristol.com n Bristol Harmony West Gallery choir and band sing and play lively church and village music from the 18th century. We are looking for new members, all voices welcome, also all string, wind and reed instruments. No auditions but ability to read music helpful. Meet in the University Staff Club, Woodland Road on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday each month. www. bristolharmony.wordpress.com or ring Colin on 0117 968 6860. Venue tricky to locate so please ring before coming.

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nW HAT’S ON IN OUR AREA n Discover Buddhism 8pm every Tuesday. Introductory sessions involve 20 minutes of explained meditation then a short talk on a Buddhist topic. Sakya Thinley Rinchen Ling, 121 Sommerville Road, St Andrews, BS6 5BX. Suggested donation £4/£2. 0117 9244424 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 Melody Makers Baby Friendly Choir A fun and friendly daytime choir for ladies running Tuesdays during term time.9:30-11:00am, The Beehive Pub, BS9 4QY. £5 per session, discounts for members. Contact Natalie www.facebook. com/melodymakerschoir 07890393175. n Bristol Brunel Lions Club – We meet on the first Tuesday of every at 7 for 7.30 on the 3rd Tuesday of each month we have a social gathering normally with food. We raise money for charity both locally and beyond through a variety of indoor and outdoor activities. Lots of fun and fellowship raising and spending money for good causes. For more details of how to apply for assistance with charitable activities in Bristol or to become involved in our activities see Bristol Brunel Lions Club on line or contact our Club Secretary Bill O’Neill at lion.bill@virginmedia.com

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n Two new Knitting and Crochet groups in the local area. All abilities welcome-please do come along to meet and chat with fellow crafters, discuss projects, share ideas, bring along a project and learn a new skill, improve or share yours. There’s no charge or booking required, you only pay for your own refreshments. 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month, 10.30am-12.30pm, J P Destiny, corner of Kellaway Avenue/Bishop Road. 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month, 7.30pm9.30pm, Eastfield Inn, Henleaze Road. For more information email: brisknitcro@gmail.com or join our Facebook Group ‘Bristol Knitting and Crochet’. n Circle Dance Evenings at The Old Library Eastville, Muller Road BS5 6XP. Last Tuesday evening of the month, 7:30 – 9:30 pm, led by Susannah Temple, £5 donation. Calm & lively, lovely music, beginners welcome, no need for partners. Contact 0117 979 1519, susannahtemple@googlemail.com n Bristol United Walking Football - every Tuesday 10.3011.30 at Horfield Leisure Centre. The beautiful game played at a slower pace for the over 50's. First session free then £3. Contact Keith Gwilym on 07948383536 or e-mail buwfc2018@gmail.com n Women's Reading Group looking for new members. We read a wide variety of fiction and meet monthly on a Tuesday evening. Please contact ksnowdon29@gmail.com for further information. n Japanese Swordsmanship, Aiki Bokutodo in Redland. Every Tuesday at 7pm. Using wooden swords, study basic postures, cutting techniques and individual and paired exercises to explore the essence and ethics of the Samurai Warrior, and strengthen mind, body and spirit. Suitable for all, beginners welcome. Information from Robert Brinkhurst 07967 142148. n The Arts Society Bristol is for those who enjoy the arts and welcomes new members. Activities include lectures by specialists in their field, at 8pm, usually on the second Tuesday of the month, September to May at Redmaids' High School BS9 3AW. More information is on our website www. theartssociety-bristol.org.uk n The Gloucester Rd WI meet on the third Tuesday of every month at St. Andrew’s Bowling Club, Derby Road, Bristol, BS7 9AQ. Doors open at 7:30pm for 8pm start. Membership is £42 for the year or you can come as a guest for £5 to try us out. Our website https:// gloucesterroadwi.org/ has details

of our programme. All women welcome. n Bishopston, Horfield and Ashley Down Local History Society (BHALHS), meet every third Tuesday of the month, except January, August and December. Meetings are held at Horfield Quaker Meeting, 300 Gloucester Road BS7 8PD at 7.30pm. Visitors fee is £4.00, which includes tea, coffee and biscuits. Wednesday 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 always welcomes new members, £6 per weekly session (£4 concs). We offer a free taster week to people who are interested in joining. We meet during the school term from 7.30pm to 9.30pm in St Werburgh’s Primary School, James Street, BS2 9US. No experience is necessary, there are no auditions and you don’t have to read music. We are led by the wonderful music director Jeremy Avis and our repertoire includes classical, gospel, world music and popular song. Find out more at www.bristolvoices.org.uk n Horfield Townswomen’s Guild. This friendly Townswomen’s Guild meets on the second Wednesday of each month at Upper Horfield Community Trust premises at Eden Grove church in Horfield 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 Squirrel Camp Forest School, Badock’s Wood, 9.45-11.15 and 1.00-2.30 (during term time). £6 per family. Contact: jennysanderson@ blueyonder.co.uk. n Sing! with the Bristol Children’s Choir. Open to children aged 7-13 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. Meet every 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 .

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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. n Wednesdays 10:00am. Baby & Me post-natal yoga class, 10:00 11:00am plus tea and chat after. Supportive, friendly class with babies made very welcome. Move, breathe, meet and chat with other new mums at YogaSpace Bishopston. Find out more at www. bristolyogaspace.co.uk or contact Clara hello@bristolyogaspace.co.uk / 07530 053 543. n Why not join welsh national opera Friends. We support this world class company and everyone is very welcome to join. We offer monthly evening meetings at Redmaids High School MONTHLY at 7.15pm. Talks with music. Costs-£7.00 or £1.00 for students (Friends £5.00). For further information contact: Margaret Borkowski:borkmail@gmail.com n Melody Makers Pop Choir. An evening choir for men and women singing popular songs. Wednesday's term time 7:30-9:00pm The Eastfield Inn, Henleaze. Book a FREE taster www. melodymakerschoir.co.uk n Read together a short story and poem. Weekly drop-in adult group, shared reading. It's fun, sometimes surprising, moving and exciting. No preparation, just come along and listen. Bishopston Library, every Wednesday 11.30am to 1.00pm. We read and chat. Refreshments provided. Free. n Westbury Park Women's Institute meet on first Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm in Redland Church Hall, Redland Green Road,

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n WHAT’S ON IN OUR AREA BS6 7HE. New members welcome, or come as a guest (£4 per visit up to 3 visits allowed) We are a friendly and sociable Club, have a full programme with interesting speakers, social events, theatre outings, and we all have lots of fun. Email: wesburyparkwi@gmail.com or visit www.westburyparkwi.org. uk for more details. n Wednesdays at 10.30am Buddhist Meditation - use a simple technique to help the mind rest in the present and give space for reflection. Sakya Thinley Rinchen Ling, 121 Sommerville Road, St Andrews, BS6 5BX. Suggested donation £2. 0117 9244424 n Sound of Song ( a Choir for Female Voices) meet in Horfield URC, Church Hall, Muller Road on Wednesdays 7.30 - 9.30pm. Repertoire covers classical, choral, jazz, popular, folk, and show songs. No auditions necessary. www.soundsofsongchoir.com n North West Bristol Camera Club are an enthusiastic group of amateur photographers who meet each Wednesday at 7.45pm at Westbury Fields, Greystoke Avenue. New members of any level of ability are most welcome. For details contact Neville on nevwgoodman@mac.com n Feeling a bit under the weather? Come join our fun informal singing group. The WECIL Peer Support Singing Group meet fortnightly on Wednesdays at The Elmgrove Centre, Redland 2.00pm till 3.00pm. For more information contact peersupport@wecil.co.uk / 0117 947 9942. The peer support community is very informal, they hope to appeal to what you want to do and can encourage you to come along because it’s fun,

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relaxing and most of all friendly! Thursday 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. £3.00 per session. 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. We 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 www.avonharmony.co.uk or contact Mandy on 0117 652693 or Barbara on 07717 424421. n Slimming World Bishopston. St Michael and All Angels Church (Pigsty Hill) Gloucester Road. Groups at 9.30am and 7.30pm every Thursday. £9.95 to join and £4.95 per week after that. 6 and 12 week countdowns available. Just turn up or Call Sue on 0117 924 3556 or 07702 578 298 for a chat. n Kings Lawn Tennis Club Rusty Rackets, 19:30-21: 00. Want to get back into tennis? Come along to our fun and welcoming Rusty Rackets session every Thursday evening at Kings Lawn Tennis Club, Maplemeade ( just off Kings Drive) BS7 8JG. Nonmembers (£8) and members (£6) welcome! Contact Head Coach Elly Shearman only tennis .kings@hotmail.com for more details! 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. 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. n Henleaze Ladies Choir is a friendly welcoming group which meets in St Peters Church Hall, Henleaze on Thursdays between September and May from 1.30 – 3.30 pm (with a short break for tea). We give 2 charity concerts a year in December and May and from time

to time are invited to entertain community groups around the city. There are also occasional social events organised. We are always pleased to see new members. Pease come and try a rehearsal without obligation. To find out more contact Jane English (07752 332278) or Jean Wickham (0117 9624466). n North Bristol Community Project Arts Fringe: Arts for Well-being, Thursdays 10am-12pm. Well-being Lunch Club, Thursdays 12.30-2pm. 10 week Sewing for Employability course, Mondays 10am -12pm; now taking bookings for the next sewing course starting on January 8 2018. The 10 week sewing course & the Lunch Club are FREE. For all other activities, there is a fee of £10 towards the cost of basic materials, tuition & refreshments. 160 Gloucester Road, Bishopston, Bristol BS7 8NT, Tel: 0774 237 7799 /0117 924 6228, www. northbristolcommunityproject. org.uk n Read together a short story and poem. Weekly drop-in adult group, shared reading. It's fun, sometimes surprising, moving and exciting.

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nW HAT’S ON IN OUR AREA No preparation needed, just come along and listen. Bishopston Library every Thursday 11.30am - 1.00pm. We read and chat. Refreshments provided free. n Bristol Healing Group Dropin Healing Session at Friends Meeting House, 126 Hampton Road, BS6 6JE. Thursdays 5.00 6.30 pm, donation basis. Healing is holistic, gentle, relaxing, helps restore balance and wellbeing, recommended for stress. Contact Barbara 0117 9082061. n Henbury Singers welcome new members. A mixed, non audition choir, we meet at Stoke Bishop Primary School, Thurs evenings. We sing choral music, carols, musicals, gospel and folk songs. Contact Maggie Cavanna 0117 973 4794 or secretary@henburysingers.org. n"Time to Move" Stay Active Movement to music for over 55's. All abilities welcome, improve balance, mobility and well being. Friendly, supportive and fun. Thursdays 10-11am (tea and biscuits afterwards) £7, commencing 13th September at Redland Club, Burlington Road, BS6 6TN. Contact Michelle 07505 937156 n Singers Wanted! Henleaze

Ladies Choir meet on Thursdays at 1.45pm in the hall at St Peter’s Church, Henleaze. We sing a range of music from works by Elgar to Bernstein’s West Side Story and lots more! Our new season starts on Thursday 13th September – come along for fun and friendship. For further details, contact Jean Wickham on 9624466 or Jane English on 07752 332278. n Sing! with OutThereMusic’s North Bristol Community Choir who rehearse every Thursday evening between 7:45 - 9:45 at Westbury Park School, Bayswater Avenue, BS6 7NU. There is no audition and we have an eclectic repertoire with a very warm welcome assured. Visit www. outtheremusicbristol.co.uk - or come along to a rehearsal with our new term starting on Thursday 10 January. n North Bristol Community Project - Arts for Well-Being / Try a range of activities from Cartooning Sculpture - Drawing - Painting - Collage and much more or focus on 1 area for the 4 Weeks 10:00 12:00pm ( Four week course £60). Pre-booking essential, e-mail nbcp84@gmail.com for more information. Costs include all

materials & refreshments Maximum of 6 people. 160 Gloucester Rd, Bishopston, BS7 8NT. www. northbristolcommunityproject. org.uk. Friday n Bristol University of the third age (u3a) scrabble group would welcome new members. We play very friendly and informal games every Friday at the Beehive, Wellington Hill West, BS9 4QY from 2 to 4pm. For further info please contact Heddy SARA on 0117 9241318 and indicate when asked to give your name that you are phoning about scrabble in order not to be blocked. also email : nigel.d.sara@btinternet.com n The Bristol Astronomical Society host astronomical talks and activities each week. Friday evening talks are held at 7pm at Bristol Photographic Society, Montpelier, BS6 5EE. Our new 2018/2019 programme starts on 5 October with Prof: Mark Birkinshaw: Orbits of many types. On clear Saturday evenings we open our observatory in Failand and often hold Star Parties in and around Bristol. We are also signing-up for our four-week Junior Astronomy Courses in October and

November. See the BAS website for details: www.bristolastrosoc. org.uk Saturday 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 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. n Horfield Friends Café meets every Friday from 2 - 3.30pm. Free drinks and cakes plus fun activities Horfield Quaker Meeting House, 300 Gloucester Road, BS7 8PD.

Glos cricket hits purple patch for charity LIMITED edition cricket shirts will be worn by Gloucestershire and Sussex players on Rainbow Day at the Bristol County Ground in support of Rainbow @ Grief Encounter. Gloucestershire’s familiar black and yellow strip will be switched for the charity’s dominant colour purple for one match only. Both sets of players will sport bespoke shirts featuring the charity’s signature rainbow as they face each other in the South Group of the Vitality Blast T20 competition. The shirts are part of the major fundraising event on August 4 in which 100% of the proceeds

from shirt sales will go directly to the charity that provides support for bereaved children and their families – a charity that has supported Gloucestershire’s left-arm spinner Tom Smith and his two daughters. Tom Smith said: “I am delighted that the Club has turned my idea into a major event that is dedicated to Rainbow @ Grief Encounter." Cricket fans who would like to get their hands on this shirt and contribute to the charity will be able to purchase them from the club shop on the day and online. Purple caps will also be sold.

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n NEWS FROM METRO MAYOR

On the right track with transport plans WESTMINSTER might have been slightly distracted by the leadership contest to choose the next Prime Minister but I’m still working with our leaders to plough ahead with plans to improve our region with the funding we’ve already received from Government. Last month’s public meeting in Bath saw multi-million pound plans to improve where we live agreed by all the leaders in the West of England Combined Authority, marking a major step forward for the region. We signed off £3.5m to press ahead with plans to improve our railway network with seven new train stations and more frequent services across the region. We also approved big plans to expand the metrobus network between Bristol Parkway and Cribbs Causeway, connecting even more communities to the increasingly popular service. We’re also seeing investment in

new environmentally friendly biogas buses on the M1 route connecting Bishopsworth to Bedminster and Frenchay to Patchway as part of plans to introduce nearly 100 biogas buses to our bus network. We’re being ambitious to build a better transport network to get you where you need to be. We are looking to agree £1.3m to develop more-detailed plans for an innovative mass transit system for the region. This funding will help explore the routes across the region including connections to the airport. It will also assess different types of vehicle as new technology continues to emerge. This is a long-term plan but I’m a firm believer in being ambitious because as our region keeps growing, we must embrace a range of options to meet the needs of the future. We must also make travelling on public transport easier for everyone by simplifying the

ticketing system. I have long thought that we should look to London as a prime example where you can travel by bus and train using a single ticket and payment option to cover the whole journey. For example, a resident in Keynsham could use the same ticket to take the train into Bristol and then a metrobus towards Cribbs Causeway. Offering the option

to use contactless cards will also help reduce bus boarding times and mean that there will be no more worrying about having the correct change before travel. Ultimately, each investment is vital to connect people to work, loved ones and leisure activities and further reduce our region’s carbon emissions. Tim Bowles

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'Books that made me a gardener' THE Friends of Redland Library is hosting another in the series of Books That Made Me... events on Thursday 8 August. Four local gardeners and horticulturists will talk about the books that have influenced their life journey in Books That Made Me A Gardener. The panel comprises Matthew Bufton (Garden Manager, Bristol Zoo Gardens), Rod Pooley (Business Unit Manager, Bristol City Council Plant Nursery, Blaise Castle), Sara Venn (Founder of Incredible Edible Bristol & Horticulturist) and Nick Wray (Curator, University of Bristol Botanic Garden). The event starts at 7pm, with doors opening at 6:45pm. Admission is £3 (pay at the door). This event was originally planned for June but had to be postponed because of damage to the library roof. The Friends of Redland Library have a full and varied programme of events for the autumn and winter months. Details of future events can be found on their website https:// FriendsOfRedlandLibrary.org.uk For these events to happen, they need volunteers to help with promotion and organisation. Please email FriendsOfRedlandLibrary@gmail.com to offer your help.

Cash for walking football FOOTBALLERS living with disabilities in Bristol are set to benefit from a significant boost in competitive opportunities after Bristol United Walking Football Club (BUWFC) were awarded a £1,500 Grow the Game grant. The scheme, which is funded by The Football Association and delivered by the Football Foundation, will enable BUWFC to create a weekly walking football session for adults with learning disabilities. This will provide an opportunity for people with learning disabilities to exercise and socialise by playing football at a slower pace. The Grow the Game scheme sees grants of £1,500 awarded to community football clubs wishing to create new teams, especially amongst under-represented groups. This year, funding was made available for clubs looking to create new female and disability football teams, which can assist towards the costs of FA coaching courses; FA league affiliation costs; referees’ fees; first aid kits; football kit and equipment. Keith Gwilym, Club Secretary, said: “This generous grant will enable us to provide a low-cost social and exercise opportunity to an underrepresented group. We are grateful to the FA for funding this initiative and to the Football Foundation for guiding us through the application and delivery process.” At the moment there is one session of Walking Football on the outdoor pitches at Horfield Leisure Centre. The group will probably move indoors to play later in the year, either at Horfield or in Southmead. To find out more contact Keith Gwilym on 07948 383536 or email buwfc2018@gmail.com

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n BOOKS OF THE MONTH

Extended access libraries to open on Sundays BRISTOL’S three Extended Access libraries will benefit from Sunday opening from next month. Extended Access has been running since 2017 and has been very successful and popular with people who use the libraries. Currently Westbury-on-Trym, Stockwood and St. George are open almost 65 hours a week, but from July 7, they will also be accessible between 1-5pm every Sunday. This change is happening as a direct result of the community engagement work on libraries that took place across the city from January to March. The Central Library is also open on Sunday afternoons, and staff based there will be able to support anyone using library services via telephone if they need help. Anyone who wants to use one of these libraries in Extended Access time just needs to visit during staffed hours to have a short induction with the library staff. All the normal facilities are available, with the self-service kiosks and free public computers connected and ready to be used. The library team are also considering rolling out Extended Access to further libraries once the current self-service kiosks have been replaced.

Everything Under by Daisy Johnson Gretel is a lexicographer who is reunited with her mother Sarah who abandoned her to foster care, 16 years previously. Sarah raised Gretel on a houseboat, where they cut themselves off from society, both physical and linguistically, with their own secret language. Their dreams are haunted by a riverside monster they call The Bonak. The storyline shifts back and forth in time, from the present day where Sarah & Gretel struggle to mend their fractured relationship, to the mysterious past, when a stranger called Marcus, who began life as Margot, enters their lives with devastating consequences for them both. This is a dark, weird and wonderfully written book which covers a wide range of social issues including adoption, gender fluidity and the disorientating effects of dementia. I highly recommend this gripping tale with its unique take on the Oedipus myth and its vivid portrayals of its characters, living on the margins of society. Reviewed by Bob Deacon

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The Explorer by Katherine Rundell When an unusually tall teenager Fred crashes into the amazon jungle with three other children, he decides his luck has finally run out. But when a fire forces them out of their hiding place, they follow a treasure map to something - they hope - will get them home. This charming book is filled with humour, adventure and suspense till the very last page. I would rate it 4/5 because I think the last chapters lack the detail that is consistent in the rest of the book. Neve, 10 For these books and many more, visit us at Bishopston Library. If we don’t have exactly what you’re looking for, there are over 2 million items from which you can reserve across LibrariesWest and collect from any library of your choice. Opening Hours: Monday……….1pm – 7pm Tuesday……….closed Wednesday…..11am – 5pm Thursday……..11am – 5pm Friday…………11am – 5pm Saturday.……..11am – 5pm Sunday………..closed

n NEWS FROM FRIENDS OF BISHOPSTON LIBRARY

HOPEFULLY you are all enjoying some great summer reading and maybe even a bit of sunshine. The Friends are having a break over the summer but we have a few events already lined up for the autumn.

The first of these is a new venture, a Community Fair, being held on the first floor of the library on Saturday 21 September 1.00 – 3.30pm. It will be a chance to find out more about some of the community groups and organisations in the area, with a mix of stalls, activities, refreshments and music; do come along and have a browse, there is sure to be something of interest. If you are involved with a local voluntary organisation and would like to exhibit, please contact community.fair@bishopstonlibrary. org.uk and we will send further information and a booking form. Libraries week is 7 – 12 October, with a theme of libraries in the digital world. Technology plays an increasingly important part in

all our lives, but we need to feel confident to use it effectively. Libraries already make extensive use of technology, and during the week we will be finding fun ways to make it more available for everyone. We will be running a ‘digital café’ on Thursday 10 October, serving hot and cold drinks and cakes. The Friends of Bishopston Library AGM on Wednesday 23 October features local author Heather Child, who will talk about her debut, Everything About You and her latest novel The Undoing of Arlo Knott. Arlo develops the mysterious ability to reverse his last action. It makes him able to experience anything, to charm any woman and impress any friend; a life free of mistakes, a life without

regret. But are second chances all they're cracked up to be? Come along and find out. https://images-na. ssl-images-amazon.com/ images/I/51KvgN2e23L._SX316_ BO1,204,203,200_.jpg We will also be doing all the usual AGM things, including reporting on our activities to date and electing a new Friends of Bishopston Library committee; we are always keen to recruit new members if you have some time to spare. You can join the Friends, find out about events and support the library at facebook. com/bishopstonlibrary, at bishopstonlibrary.org.uk or contact us at friends@bishopstonlibrary. org.uk

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n MAYOR'S VIEW

Parks and green spaces are there for all of us

HIS year is the 100th anniversary of thI am proud that Bristol is one of eight organisations to be awarded £900,000 by the National Lottery Heritage Fund to transform the future of our parks. Parks and green spaces such as playing fields and nature reserves improve the quality of the air we breathe and provide a habitat for wildlife. They’re also great places to exercise, meet friends, and relax, which is important for our health and wellbeing. I regularly go on park runs, and find that greenery not only makes the challenge of a run worthwhile but also offers a moment to pause and take a break from the rush of the city. But not everyone can access a park easily, and too many people are missing out. Although our Quality of Life survey found the proportion of residents who visit Bristol’s parks and green spaces at least once a week has increased to 80% from 56% in 2018, our

poorest residents are often disconnected from these areas. The benefits that these spaces bring are not equally distributed and needs to change. This funding is designed to help councils find sustainable ways to manage and fund parks and open spaces. It will mean we can find our potential to deliver health benefits matched to areas of greatest need. We hope to provide mental and physical exercise programmes in these areas so that we can continue bringing great benefits to as many people in the city as possible. If you can see an opportunity to improve our green spaces tell your local councillors what you can bring and what you want to see as a result. I want everyone to be able to access, use and appreciate nature’s scenery. Working with communities and partners across the city, we can make sure Bristol has good quality, attractive and enjoyable parks.

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An aim of Bristol’s One City Plan, a document that sets out ambitious targets for the future of Bristol, decade by decade up to 2050, is for everyone to have access to excellent quality green space within a 10-minute walk from their home, by 2036. Delivering this goal will be a challenge but it is vital that we meet it, not only for the city’s lungs and public areas, but for the health and wellbeing of everyone who calls Bristol home.

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n VETS' ADVICE SO you are thinking of buying or have already bought a guinea pig, what do you need to know? First things first, you should not be buying a guinea pig on its own as they are very social creatures and so they are always worth buying in pairs or more! It is advisable to get guinea pigs of the same sex as otherwise they are very quick to breed. Also, they are best kept separately from rabbits, not only can they transmit dangerous diseases to each other but also the much smaller guinea pig can be bullied by the rabbit. Rabbits are best kept with other rabbits. Things you will need for your new guinea pig will be a comfortable hutch with enough space for the guinea pigs to be able to have a separate sleeping and living area. Most hutches sold are not big enough. You will also need a run, preferably having access to grass in this run. Keep them in a nice quiet area and make sure their hutch and run are safe from predators and not escapable. For feeding your guinea pigs, offer some guinea pig pellets

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along with lots of hay, grass and leafy green vegetables. Guinea pigs cannot produce their own vitamin C, so it is important to supplement this via good quality pellet food. Citrus fruits are not a good idea as they can upset their stomachs. Root vegetables and fruit should only be given in small quantities. Guinea pigs need lots of clean dust-free hay for bedding and litter for their toileting area which

can be shredded paper so it isn’t too dusty for them. Providing toys is a great way to encourage them to play: tunnels and boxes can be hidden in if they are frightened. Guinea pigs need to be handled regularly but carefully as they have very fragile bones so children should not be left alone playing with them. If you are buying them as a pet for children then do remember they can live 5-6 years or more so you may end up being the one looking after them if your children lose interest. Guinea pigs are a wonderful and chatty pet to have as well as being fairly low maintenance compared to other species. They do not require routine vaccinations or wormers so are less expensive to keep than some other pets. If you are in any way concerned about your new pets or just need some guidance, please give us a call at Animal Health Centre on 0117 924 7832.

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We're keeping our cool ... WITH the schools finishing for the holidays and the sun shining, summer is in full swing. It’s important to remember that for those working during this time, in particular those working in uniform, the heat is more than a little uncomfortable. Regardless of this, I know officers will continue to keep our communities safe and feeling safe to ensure you are able to enjoy all that summer brings. In Avon and Somerset, we’re lucky enough to have many wonderful events take place over the summer. At the start of July, the biggest music festival in the world came to our doorstep and over 200,000 people descended on Worthy Farm for Glastonbury 2019. I was pleased to hear that crime levels at Glastonbury have remained low with 118 crimes reported this year compared to 202 in 2017, a reduction of 41.6%. I was also delighted that St Paul’s Carnival was back again

for another year as it’s a fantastic celebration of people, diversity, culture, community and music. The event proves what great things can happen when the whole city pulls together, and is a testament to the local community and the love that residents have for the place they live and work. Most recently, we celebrated Bristol Pride and officers proudly donned rainbow colours and marched alongside revellers at the annual parade. As with the other two events I have mentioned, Pride brings local people together to celebrate our differences and allows us to share the important message that hate crimes will not be tolerated. Being targeted because of your age, race, sexual orientation, religion or any other reason is unacceptable. It's been over three months since Operation Remedy started. The operation, which focuses on knife crime, burglary and drugs

in our area, has got off to a flying start and has made notable improvements in tackling these issues. Since April, there have been 450 related offences; 33 warrants executed, 23 of which resulted in a positive outcome; a total of 287 stop searches; and 414 reports of crime from both the public and police officers. Various stolen items have been seized, recovered and returned to the owners. Drugs have been seized, including approximately 645 cannabis plants, 12 grams of Amphetamine and 1 kilo of cocaine. I know people will be pleased with the police’s increased focus on these issues. There’s still plenty to be done but I am delighted with the positive results the team have achieved so far. We will continue to work hard and send a clear message to criminals that coming into our villages, towns and cities to commit their crimes is not an option.

With Police and Crime Commissioner Sue Mountstevens Finally, I mentioned a new initiative called the ‘Chat Bench’ that hopes to tackle isolation within the senior community. I’m delighted to read that this Avon and Somerset Police initiative has gained real traction and inspired communities as far away as the USA to start their own ‘Chat Bench’ to tackle loneliness.

Cake and a catch-up THE volunteers of the Bristol Home Library Service enjoyed a cake and coffee courtesy of the Royal Voluntary Service as a thank you for their commitment and dedication. They provide a valuable service to so many people across Bristol, visiting readers who find it difficult to get to their local library, whether due to a physical or mental disability or sensory impairment. Volunteers were invited to Illustration to meet the new team, Janice Walsh (Service Manager) and Steve Bush (Administrator). Janice was pleased with the turnout. She said: “It was great to meet so many of our amazing volunteers face to face and get to know them a little. I think what they do deserves a huge thank you. It’s not just about delivering books, it’s about regular contact and a friendly face for people who may not get out or see many people for days or weeks at a time. “We are always looking for more volunteers to enable us to support more readers, so if anyone can spare just a couple of hours each month we’d love to hear from them. The role is very flexible and we provide all the training and support you need.” If you’d like to find out more about volunteering for the Home Library Service, or you know someone who would benefit from the service, contact Janice on 0117 929 7444 or 07714 898558.

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n INSIDE OUT IT is simultaneously a relief and a burden to know just how urgent halting Climate Change has ‘suddenly’ become so I have put together suggestions for how you can be more environmentally conscious in your interior design decisions. Collectively we need to adjust our focus away from what’s trendy. Who cares? Do YOU like it? That's all that matters when it comes to furnishing your home. Buying less will also encourage brands to produce less. Two seasonal collections per year makes sense

for clothing, but for homes it is simply unnecessary. Lugging home hand crafted treasures found during exotic travels is one of life’s great pleasures but is quite different from buying mass-produced items that have been shipped from the far east. Reducing transportation is a key part of fighting climate change so buy from your local artisans if you can. Invest in the best you can afford, whether its antique, vintage or new and look after it. Quality items last longer and are easier

to repair, repurpose or revamp. Beware unfeasible sounding warranties from companies who will continually replace their cheap products, rather than build them to last a full ten years. Avoid fake Eames chairs as the sub-grade plastic seats will not be as durable. In fact, avoid plastic completely. Even bioplastic alternatives are not by default more sustainable. Choose natural, preferably organic fabrics. Although sofas and chairs don't go in the washing machine, the production of their coverings will inevitably mean that fish in the far east are now filling up on the microfibre leftovers. Proactively ask questions about manufacturer supply chains. Let big retail know you are engaged and want responsibly sourced products. The inconvenience of renovation means we usually want it over and done with ASAP, but slowing the process down allows you to plan and buy well, get it right first time and source materials secondhand, and donate or sell on your waste paint or excess tiles and timber etc afterwards. For more in depth eco interiors ideas please visit www. stylemongersofbristol.co.uk/blog Photo by Boba Jovanovic on Unsplash

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OBSESSIVE Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often misunderstood and mis-portrayed. You’ve seen people on TV or in films with OCD and it looks like it’s a funny, eccentric and harmless condition. That’s what you come away with after watching Jack Nicholson in “As Good As It Gets” or the private detective, Monk in the TV detective series of the same name. But it’s not funny and people who have OCD can often lead distressed, restricted and sometimes damaged lives – unless they know where to get help. Lifting the Myth of OCD is an initial discussion workshop which aims to bring together those with lived experience of OCD, their loved ones, and those who know nothing of OCD but would like to know more. Tracy Tainton, event organiser and trustee of the Independent Mental Health Network, said: “The condition is poorly understood and often poorly diagnosed. There’s a social stigma that goes with it that’s totally without justification. Eccentric behaviours like being neat and tidy, frequent handwashing, or avoiding dirt and germs are what most people think of, but OCD is a real mental health condition, which can be managed and treated with talking therapies and sometimes prescription drugs. We need to recognise it for what it is and get people the help that works for them.” The session will take place on Monday 29 July, between 18:00 – 21:00, at the Old Library, Muller Road, Eastville, BS5 6XP. The event is free but spaces are limited – please book your place here - or see Eventbrite lifting-the-myth-of-obsessive-compulsive-disordertickets-63301685044

GRANTS are being made available to support life improving projects which empower some of the city’s most disadvantaged people. Community groups in Bristol are now able to bid for a new round of small grant funding from Bristol City Council’s Bristol Impact Fund (BIF). The BIF was formed in 2017 when a number of the council’s grant funds were brought together into one place. The aim of the fund is to tackle disadvantage and inequality, improve health and wellbeing and increase resilience. The only one of the Core Cities to maintain its impact fund despite reductions in central government funding, Bristol’s grant awards have sought to address inequality challenges such as reducing financial, food and fuel poverty, tackling unemployment, improving access to information, services and opportunities in the city and reducing social isolation. So far, more than 4,200 citizens have benefited from 20 small grant BIF funded projects. Previous projects have included helping B&ME woman to start their own business or get back into work; a theatre group working with people with learning difficulties to build confidence and social networks; and peer support groups for people with mental health issues. Because of this success Bristol City Council is inviting applications to a second round of grant funding. The total funding available will be £313,020 and grants will run from December 2019 - November 2021. To find out more about how to apply please visit: www.bristol. gov.uk/people-communities/grants-for-voluntary-and-communityorganisations

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if you don’t make a Will, the law says who gets what. We have a Bristol-based team of trained will writing consultants who provide a home visiting service and can take your instructions in the comfort of your own home.

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n HEALTH BLOG

How to build resilience in children Teach them about brain development Explain that their brain is like a muscle. When we keep trying and learn new things it is like exercising our brain and helping it to grow. Try planting some seeds together. The plant doesn’t grow all at once but needs care and attention over time – just like our brains. ENCOURAGE your pre-schooler to stick with it when the going gets tough, with some tips from Bristol Community Health’s health visitor Sandra Holmes. Help them learn from mistakes Teach them that it’s OK to get things wrong. Mistakes help us to think about new ways of doing things until we get it right. Help them to be curious about why something didn’t work the first time and not to be discouraged by setbacks.

Remind them of past successes Use examples like: “When you were one, you couldn’t use a spoon properly and needed help. Now look at you! You can use a spoon and a fork all by yourself.” Let your child lead the play Sometimes in a busy family it can be hard to find time for one-toone play with your child. But even 20 minutes, three times a week, can work wonders for your child’s self-esteem. Sit on the floor next to them and watch them with interest.

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Only get involved when they want you to, and follow their lead. Use praise carefully Praise your child for the effort they have put in, rather than the finished result. For example, say: “Wow, I can see you have worked very hard at that! Well done”, rather than: “You are so clever!”. Then they’ll realise that successes are won by hard work and the right strategies, rather than just natural ability. Be patient It can be hard to watch your child struggling with a task. Try to watch patiently and quietly – and encourage them to keep on trying. If they fail and say that they can’t do it, say: “You can’t do it yet – but, if you keep trying, one day you will find that you can.” Set your child challenges Help them gain new skills. This

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teaches them that you believe in them. Your faith in their ability will boost their self-esteem. Be a good role model Think about the language you use about yourself so they know that even adults need to work at things and don’t always get things right first time. Don’t say: “I am terrible at this.” Try: “Well, I think I am going to have to keep practising until I get better at this.” For information about local health visiting services, visit bit. ly/healthvisitors. Our health visiting service is part of the Community Children’s Health Partnership, which Bristol Community Health provides with other local organisations. The partnership also offers speech and language therapy, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, school nursing and mental healthcare. bit. ly/cchp-info / 0117 440 9000.

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