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Street art? That's just not cricket! The County Ground in Bishopston has had a very Bristol makeover, courtesy of street artist Silent Hobo. PAGES 8 & 9

Don't smoke out our green space Plucky Patrick Dickman, a member of St Bonaventure's Church, skydived from an aircraft at 15,000 feet in August to raise money for three year old Buzz Rowswell, who needs specialist medical treatment. Full story: Page 7

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STUDENTS from Bristol's schools and colleges are starting new adventures at university and in apprenticeships and jobs this month after receiving their A-level and vocational results. Both independent and state-run sixth forms and post16 providers saw their young people notch up some impressive outcomes after two years of study. Results round-up: Pages 20-33

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Bishopston Medical Practice patients urged to find new GPs FOLLOWING a public engagement on the future of services at Bishopston Medical Practice, patients are being asked to re-register with a neighbouring GP surgery, before the practice closes on September 30. Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Clinical Commissioning Group (BNSSG CCG) sought the views of patients, staff and local providers earlier this year on a number of potential options for future service provision, including re-appointing the current or a new provider at the practice, or closing the practice and asking patients to re-register at a neighbouring practice. Dr Martin Jones, GP and CCG medical director, explained: “We have been exploring options to ensure patients continue to receive GP services when the contract for primary care services expire at Bishopston Medical Practice on 30 September. “After carefully considering the feedback received, and the longterm sustainability of each option, it was decided that patients should be supported to re-register at a neighbouring practice. “As the commissioner for primary care services locally, our first priority is to ensure that all patients continue to have access to a sustainable, high-quality GP service. “We have written to all patients to notify them of the decision and set out other practices which are available to them. There is capacity for all patients registered in the Bishopston practice to register with others in the area and no patient will be without a GP.” Patients registered in neighbouring GP practices can be assured that the CCG has been working closely with all local providers to ensure that they increase their service capacity and can continue to provide safe and high quality care with the growth in patient numbers they are likely to see over the next few months. The five alternative practices being suggested for patients to move to are Horfield, Monks Park, Fallodon Way, Gloucester Road and Montpelier. A detailed FAQ is available on Bishopston Medical Practice website. A summary of the feedback from the engagement exercise is also published on the CCG website.

Get ready for Party in the Park THE annual community event - Party in the Park - returns with more fun, games and live music on Saturday 14 September. The gates open at midday at Golden Hill Sports ground at Wimbledon Road, near Kellaway Avenue. This much loved community event raises money to pay for upkeep of the community owned Golden Hill Sports field and clubhouse, home to the YMCA cricket teams and Sonics Football Club. It’s a day of fun for all the family with stalls, food and drink, plus plenty of equipment to challenge all ages. Old favourites Wipeout, Bash the Car, Bungee run, Bouncy Boxing, Shooting Star Slide, Super Mario Assault Course and Horsey Hoppers will all feature during the event, followed by a firework display to concluded the event at 8pm. All welcome!

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Research cameras installed on street trees AN experiment to explore the role that trees play in cooling streets and test the effectiveness of low-cost environmental monitoring has been taking place in residential streets in Redland this summer. Forest Research secured UK Space Agency funding

through the Satellite Catapult to carry out the project. Working in partnership with Defra, a network of sensors were installed in Northumberland Road and Salisbury Road in mid July to monitor the differences between roads with and without trees. The sensors will remain in place

over the summer months. Two types of sensor boxes have been mounted on to lighting columns monitoring meteorological conditions including wind speed, temperature and relative humidity. Power is provided by a combination of solar panels,

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by Keri Beckingham TRADERS from Gloucester Road have told Bishopston Voice how they are trying to do their bit for the environment and encourage their customers to do the same. Planters on the pavements outside the Gloucester Road Central shops were created by volunteers from Avon Wildlife Trust as part of the My Wild City campaign, when Bristol was the European Green Capital in 2015. The idea grew from the success of the reclaimed bath full of plants that Sarah Thorp, owner of Room 212, had put outside her shop. After she sourced funding from the Neighbourhood Partnership, planters were put along the whole stretch of shops, which many traders have continued to care for including the Golden Lion, Odd Sox, Joe’s Bakery and Alchemy 198. Speaking about the impact the planters have had, Sarah

said: “Mr Patel from Crawfords Newsagents takes enormous pride in the huge sunflowers they grow every year, along with sweet peas and flowering shrubs. Proof that much can be grown in a tiny patch on a busy high street - for the benefit of humans and insects!”

Sarah is also a member of the Extinction Rebellion North Bristol group as she says she is becoming more and more aware of the climate emergency that society faces. She said: “I heard a speaker at the XR Summer Action say that people listen to their friends and hairdressers

more than they do politicians and scientists. I have many discussions in my shop about the environment and how our systems and way of thinking need to change to create a safe future. Customers are generally very switched on to these problems and are keen to exchange ideas.” Many traders are also concerned about the impact that pollution from idling cars along Gloucester Road could be having on the health of local residents. As Sarah explained: “Myself, fellow traders and many customers agree that cars, vans and trucks should be stopped from idling when not in traffic. In fact, it’s illegal and carries a fine. Pollution from vehicles parked up and left idling carries into our shops, businesses and homes. Perhaps readers might be interested in starting a campaign?” Finola Kelly owns Nola

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Gloucester Road Interiors, and she says her ethos is to source, promote and sell good quality, environmentally friendly products, including paint, textiles, rugs and homeware. She said: “Good quality products last longer, avoiding the need to constantly throw away and replace items, which contributes to environmental pollution.” Katie Wallis is from Fig, and is also very aware of the climate emergency. “We are adjusting the packaging we all use,” she said. “We will be phasing out cellophane bags to protect our cards, not buying any more bubble wrap instead reusing any we have, and we are very happy to reuse any that customers care to return and that we receive in the post. “The majority of us have always walked or cycled to work. We are all about shopping local and have been so well supported

over the last 10 years by our mainly local customers.” Many Gloucester Road Central traders are members of the Extinction Rebellion North Bristol group, which started five months ago. Over 50 people attend meetings each week, and the group meet at the Hall at 160 Gloucester Road (Pigsty Hill) on Tuesdays from 6.30pm. Members bring vegan food to share, and discussions then take place from 7 - 9pm. James Collett is one of the hosts of Extinction Rebellion Bristol North Group. Speaking about the aims of the group and what their meetings involve, he said: “The meetings aren’t exclusive in any way, and any member of the public is welcome to come along. We have different programmes each week, and we also hold induction meetings for new members to talk through what we do and how Extinction Rebellion operates, which is

a focus on non violence and treating people equally.” Sarah Thorp added: “All are welcome to this friendly, supportive, inclusive group who believe in the Extinction

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n NEWS by Keri Beckingham COUNCILLORS have shared their views on the proposed expansion of Bristol Airport ahead of a decision being made by North Somerset Council this month. At the end of 2018 the airport submitted plans to boost passenger numbers to 12 million by 2026, enlarge its terminal, create 3,900 more parking spaces through a multi-storey car park, build a bus and coach station and make improvements to the on-site road layout. In addition, it has also requested a change to the seasonal restrictions on night flights, so that by 2026 an additional four flights would be run a night during the peak summer season. As the airport is not served by trains and the majority of passengers arrive by private car, people living close to the airport have expressed concerns that the expansion would worsen traffic problems in the area. In addition, more than 2,000 objections to the proposals have been received. Bristol Mayor Marvin Reese has given his support to the plans, stating that they will boost the economy and secure thousands of jobs. Tom Brook, Labour Co-op Councillor for Bishopston and Ashley Down, says that whilst there would be an economic benefit as a result of their airport expanding, especially to south Bristol, he believes residents are right to be concerned about the environmental impact. He said: “Mayor Marvin Rees and the Labour administration in Bristol was the first in the country to declare a climate emergency,

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and has successfully convinced 435 other councils to do the same. We are also leading the implementation of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, and have an ambitious carbon neutrality action plan, targeting 2030 for the city to have net zero carbon emissions. Furthermore, we are ensuring that Bristol’s transport network will be clean and low-carbon, for example through our plans for a Clean Air Zone and a mass transit system. “We should all be trying to reduce our carbon emissions, and that includes flying less, if at all. Whilst expanding Bristol Airport would increase emissions locally, it could also result in fewer emissions in total. Some of the eight million people a year who bypass Bristol when travelling from the South West and South Wales to Heathrow and Gatwick could instead drive/ ride less and fly closer to home. “The decision on whether Bristol Airport can expand is the responsibility of North Somerset Council, not Bristol City Council, and I hope the councillors in North Somerset will take into account all of the facts

and figures to make the right, informed choice for the sake of future generations.” Martin Fodor, Redland ward Green Party councillor, believes that Bristol Airport needs to be more transparent about its ‘carbon neutral’ aims, and that the expansion of the airport does not fit with the climate emergencies that our four local authorities (including North Somerset and Bristol) have declared. He said: “The airport already has permission to grow but is trying to get approval for even more future growth (an extra 23,800 flights a year) which will blow a hole in the region’s climate targets for carbon neutrality. “The airport also promote the fiction that they can be ‘carbon neutral,’ when what they mean is the building impacts, but not the flights or the travel to and from the airport. This is a wholly discredited and misleading promise. “It seems they don’t take account of other airports expanding, including Heathrow, or how their operation cannibalises flights from other

regional airports, or the way their carbon should be counted and has to be limited within the legally binding targets the government has set.” James Collett is one of the hosts of Extinction Rebellion Bristol North, and is also concerned about the airport’s aim to be a carbon zero airport. He said: “A group of us recently went to Bristol Airport’s AGM, where they presented their road map to reduce carbon emissions and to be a net zero airport. Although they have a very glossy brochure, it actually just refers to the emissions that they have direct control or influence over, such as the buildings in the airport and a certain amount of the cars they use for the airport grounds. "There is nothing to do with planes or travel to and from the airport, and in our opinion it’s a fairly misleading piece of greenwash, which we have pointed out. We are concerned about all the extra pollution that the airport expansion will generate, especially as Bristol Airport is virtually the only airports in the country that doesn’t have trains running to it, and 87% of people therefore go to and from the airport by private car, which adds massively to congestion and road pollution.” To find out more about the expansion plans, visit: www. bristolairport.co.uk/about-us/ who-we-are/our-future

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n NEWS By Theresa Roche PATRICK Dickman, 31, of Westbury-on-Trym, was singing in the sky as he carried out a fundraising Solo Accelerated Freefall from an aircraft at 15,000 feet in aid of three-yearold Buzz Rowswell's potentially life-changing medical treatment in Panama. Patrick grew up in Bishopston, where he enjoyed attending St Bonaventure's School and where he still likes attending St Bonaventure's Church on Sunday evenings. Little Buzz suffers from Kernicterus, a condition caused by untreated jaundice at birth. When Buzz's parents, Vikki and Glen Rowswell explained that the National Health Service has refused to fund stem cell therapy which could repair the damaged tissue in his brain, Patrick, quite literally, decided to "jump" on the Buzz's Battle fundraising campaign! Originally scheduled to do the skydive on June 7, Patrick was gutted when he arrived to

Chorus in the clouds for Buzz find that his jump had to be postponed due to inclement conditions and frustratingly, these continued in July. He had to wait until 1 August to take the plunge but when he finally jumped it, he felt it was a blast. Patrick described how he felt as he left the aircraft: "I was buzzing with excitement and I thought, 'Buzz you would love this right now'.” Although Patrick was overwhelmed by the rate of the descent he also explained how he started singing in the sky, "I believe I can fly" by R Kelly. Two experienced skydive instructors jumped with Patrick and his primary instructor observed Patrick, at 6,000 feet, pulling the ripcord for the parachute to open. Patrick said: "I felt like Peter Pan flying through the clouds at 120-125 mph and was thinking about Buzz the majority of time. The experience was surreal.”

The jump lasted five to six minutes from leaving the aircraft to finding flight pattern and the landing area situated at the airfield where Patrick's instructors were watching his descent. "The jump surpassed my expectations and I felt totally at one with the surroundings," added Patrick. The experience has encouraged him to carry on with a further skydive course. Over £1,555 was raised by Patrick for Buzz, a perky little chap valiantly battling Buzz Rowswell pain on a daily basis, who will have a better life reading in the Bishopston Voice expectancy if he can get to about Patrick's fundraising Panama. initiative. Patrick sends his heartfelt If you would like to contribute thanks to all the kind folk who to Buzz's Battle please go to have contributed, including https://www.justgiving.com/ Morgan Beddoe Estate Agents crowdfunding/buzzs-battle in Clifton who contributed upon

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Howzat? GLOUCESTERSHIRE Cricket have put the finishing touches to a major revamp of the Bristol County Ground. Featuring bespoke street art designs and installations, new signage and painting works, the home of Gloucestershire Cricket was transformed in time for the England Women’s Ashes T20 match and the club’s five Bristol Vitality Blast Twenty20 fixtures in August. Spectators passing through the Grace Gates at the Nevil Road entrance to the ground can view the creations of Silent Hobo, the street artist who has worked with the club to bring images of cricket and the city of Bristol to life on six of its large walls. In addition, a giant yellow cricket ball, featuring the club crest, is depicted bursting out of the main entrance wall to provide a 3D element to these artworks. Silent Hobo has been commissioned to create many

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Street art installed at County Ground artworks all over the UK and Europe for clients such as the London 2012 Olympic Games, Google, Facebook and the National Trust. Recently he has collaborated with Bristol Food Connections to create a two-storey mural on what makes Bristol food unique, and he has been a long-time collaborator to transform the look and feel of Montpelier train station. The extensive project was born out of the desire to better reflect the club’s brand and colours – yellow and black – around the ground and be in keeping with its city and community. Will Brown, chief executive of Gloucestershire Cricket, explained why the club commissioned numerous street art works: “It’s important to us at Gloucestershire Cricket to reflect our place in the city and community; Bristol is one of the most internationally renowned street art cities

and the Gloucester Road area itself is a haven of colourful street art, reflecting its creative neighbourhood. “Street art is something that has helped establish Bristol as an international visitor destination and we have worked closely with the team at Visit Bristol to ensure consistency in approach in marketing the city – that’s why you can see Bristol’s main attractions and icons reflected on these walls. It is a way to recognise the city’s and club’s heritage in a fresh, contemporary way. “The designs used on our walls – which celebrate our city and that cricket is a game for all ages, genders and races – is something that will help to bring our ground to life, help to attract a new audience to the game and our venue, and ensure that the Bristol County Ground is more easily identifiable to visitors and spectators, be they in the venue or watching on television.”

The street art designs have reimagined scenes from cricket’s past – including a giant depiction of the legendary Gloucestershire cricketer WG Grace – and place male and female cricketers, young and old, in a contemporary setting within Bristol landmarks. Concorde even makes an appearance, trailing a message for the social media generation: #GoGlos. The recently concluded ICC

Cricket World Cup also used street art in its marketing of Bristol to the world – the ‘Giant Cricketer’ – painted by residents of and visitors to Bristol and displayed during the tournament in Millennium Square in the city centre, has been re-housed at the Bristol County Ground. The four metre sculpture has proved popular with the children of Brunel Field Primary School, who pass by the cricketer on their daily school run.

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Sort out the Brexit mess - that's the message I'm getting loud and clear I HOPE everyone had a lovely your concerns that schools are summer. not being adequately funded by This is often a time of new the government. I’m in regular starts: children off to a new school communication with head teachers or moving up a class, starting about funding and will be meeting a new job or project, or a new up with some early in the autumn, activity in your spare time. New to inform how I lobby the new things can be both exciting and ministers. nerve-wracking at the same time, As well as proper funding for they can inspire hope and anxiety schools, health, the council, the as well as being energising. police and so on, you’ve also told We have a new Prime Minister me you want MPs to sort the mess and government and there of Brexit out. This continues to be are major events happening the number one topic in my inbox this autumn with far-reaching as your MP. consequences for us all. I’m taking As most of you know, the date this opportunity to be proactive of the UK’s postponed departure and write to the Prime Minister and from the EU is on 31 October. Most key ministers about what we need people who contact me, though in Bristol West and what you’ve not all, have told me that you want told me you want our national us to remain in the EU if possible, priorities to be. For example, but you definitely don’t want us to many of you have told me about be leaving without a deal, which Lunch hp ad.qxp_Layout 1 03/04/2019 22:54 Page 2

is a possibility. I know that many of you want us to have a further referendum on any deal – though at the moment it is not clear if there is any deal to vote on. So, my priorities in Parliament are helping to prevent us from leaving the UK on 31 October with no deal (also called a no-dealBrexit), promoting the arguments for our continued EU membership, pushing for a further referendum and – if there is one – campaigning for us to remain in the EU. This will be tricky, but there are democratic Parliamentary and legal processes we can use, and I am working with colleagues from all political parties on this. If you want to know more about what I’m doing on your behalf on Brexit, please book a place at my next free Brexit event

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n NEWS TWO champions of health and care from Bristol have won NHS Parliamentary Awards. Launched in March, the awards asked MPs to nominate individuals or teams they thought have made the biggest improvements to health services across ten categories. The winners were honoured at an awards ceremony at the House of Commons in July. The Wellbeing at Work Team from North Bristol NHS Trust, funded by Southmead Hospital Charity, were nominated for the Wellbeing at Work Award by Bristol North West MP Darren Jones as an inspirational leader in the field of employee wellbeing within the NHS. Darren Jones MP said: “I made this nomination as I was really inspired when I heard the chief executive’s strap line to staff was ‘your health is as important as our patients’. "That’s right, as ultimately staff who are absent due to illness, feel unsupported or are struggling, aren’t going to be able to provide the best care for their patients and may end up needing NHS care themselves. “I was also impressed with the broad range of needs that had been considered in the programme from caring responsibilities, menopause to flu clinics, setting up health walks and training Mental Health First Aiders.” Ade Williams, from Bedminster Pharmacy, was nominated by Karin Smyth MP, and picked up The Excellence in Primary Care Award. Karin nominated Ade because he is known for his commitment to providing excellent personcentred primary care. Ade

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volunteers extensively outside his portfolio roles in community pharmacy and GP practice and has close links with Kellaway Pharmacy. Ade Williams said: “The Pharmacy team and I are pleased that our innovative delivery of exceptional personalised care reminds everyone that Community Pharmacy has a unique role in the NHS family. Community Pharmacy is the arms of the NHS, at the centre of the interlinked and convoluted relationships that health and social care systems grapple with daily. " I am a proud ambassador of the Pancreatic Cancer Action and a Patient Advocate for the Royal Pharmaceutical Society.” The Pharmacy Champion Award went to Shasha Eva Peng from Kellaway Pharmacy, who

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How rescuing cats can help you lose weight! VOLUNTEERS at The Moggery in Bishopston have discovered an amazing side effect of helping homeless cats. There are three storeys in the H/Q building and litter bags weighing 20kgs and food bags weighing 15kgs are carried upstairs daily. When there is a food or litter delivery, all hands are needed on deck to bring in lorry loads of bags during an exhausting half hour. Litter trays are cleaned by bending and scooping and frequently new volunteers feel they have had a workout at a gym by the end of the shift! Working within The Moggery and striving to eat healthily has resulted in a group of four volunteers losing 12 stone between them. Jenny Parsons, Jill Hannah and Mandy Cheesley (pictured) are all shadows of their former selves. Christine Bayka, Chair of The Moggery says: “The problem I have now is the large pile of Moggery T-shirts I ordered for this summer which are too large for our shrinking volunteers.”

Renewed appeal after attack on newsagent POLICE are renewing their appeal for help to identify a man who assaulted a newsagent on Sunday morning. Officers initially arrested a suspect in connection with the incident. After further investigation he was released without charge. The incident happened at the newsagents in Gloucester Road at about 7.40am on Sunday 18 August. A man entered the store while the newsagent was mopping the floor of the shop. The suspect then, for no apparent reason, attacked the newsagent who fought him off, forcing the suspect out of the shop. He did not take anything from the shop. The newsagent was not seriously injured in the incident despite being attacked with a knife, which was recovered following the incident.

Officers are keen to trace the man pictured, who may be able to help their enquiries. Police ask the man, or anyone recognising him, to get in touch via www.avonandsomerset. police.uk/contact, or by calling 101, quoting reference 5219189912. Alternatively ring Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. They never ask your name or trace your call.

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n NEWS AN initiative to improve housing and management standards for multiple occupancy, privately rented properties in 12 of Bristol’s central wards has been introduced. Better known as the ‘Additional Licensing’ scheme, it is set to upgrade the overall management and property conditions of an estimated 4,200 shared properties in Bristol's central wards. The scheme proposes the proactive inspection of privately rented houses in multiple occupation. This will make a significant impact on improving their management and the conditions of rented homes to benefit current and future tenants. Councillor Paul Smith, Cabinet member for Housing said: "The ‘Additional Licensing’ scheme will improve the living standards of tenants because it gives us the opportunity to tackle inadequate housing conditions through robust engagement with landlords. With an increasing amount of residents renting, this initiative will further our

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ambition to do whatever it takes to better living conditions for our citizens and provide strong protection for vulnerable tenants.” The council will be working

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n NEWS A CHARITY campaign that is urging the government make it easier for people living with a terminal illness to access the benefits they urgently need has been supported by local residents. Overall more than 800 hundred people in Bristol have signed the petition, which was created by Marie Curie, the UK’s leading charity for people with any terminal illness, in partnership with the Motor Neurone Disease Association. The campaign is calling for a change to the law to scrap the six months rule so that everyone living with a terminal illness has quick and easy access. Currently, people living with a terminal illness can spend hours filling out forms and attending interviews, and can only get access to financial support if a doctor or a nurse says they have less than six months to live. Members of staff at Marie Curie were on-hand outside the terminal illness charity’s community hub on Gloucester Road collecting signatures from

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the public, before it was handed in to 10 Downing Street on August 7. Matthew Reed, chief Eexecutive at Marie Curie, said: “Our campaign with Motor Neurone Disease Association has highlighted too many incidents of terminally-ill people being

denied fast-track access to benefits because they can’t prove they meet the arbitrary rule of having six months or less to live. It is vital that their voices are heard in this process. “People should not have to wait until a clinician thinks they only have six months left to live.

The review must be focussed and quick and the Government in turn must act at pace when the review is concluded. Time is crucial for dying people. Every day 10 people die while waiting for the benefits they need.” Simon Tiller, Campaigns Manager at Marie Curie, said: “The Bristol public were incredibly generous in their support for our Scrap 6 Months campaign, and we got a lot of encouraging feedback. “We’re delighted that more than 800 people in Bristol have signed the petition, far more than we expected, and in total the petition – which we’ve now handed in to the Prime Minister – had more than 52,000 signatures, three times our original target.” To find out more about the petition, visit: www.mariecurie. org.uk/policy/campaigns/ scrapsixmonths

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Chandos Rd Festival - a great way to round off summer THE popular Chandos Road festival returns on Sunday 22 September 22 from 12 midday to 6pm. Promising to be better than ever, all are welcome to come along to this festival in Redland for an afternoon of music, entertainment for all and a wide range of delicious refreshments. Organised jointly by the local traders and Chandos Neighbourhood residents, there will be plenty for everyone to enjoy at this relaxed, familyfriendly event. Fi McVey is one of the festival organisers and says: “Chandos Road is blessed with a wide variety of restaurants, cafes and bars, so you can expect an eclectic and unbeatable variety of street food to suit all tastes, from delicious curries and tapas, wonderful cakes, yummy ice creams to ever popular fish and chips. Our local hostelries will be open for business, with Chums hosting a beer festival over the weekend.” This year, there will be lots of stalls with several local charities and the University Community Liaison Office represented. There’ll be bric-a-brac galore, vintage homeware, clothes and pictures, pottery and crafts and much more, including a yoga demonstration. Entertainment for the younger generations includes face painting, imaginative craft activities run by Emma at Atelier, puppet shows, clay workshops and not forgetting the ever popular Stomp Rockets – more fun than you can possibly imagine from recycled plastic bottles and an

inner bike tube! To complete the festive atmosphere, there will be music along the street all afternoon, with a DJ at The Good Measure to get the ball rolling. Outside Snobbys at Cowper Road, the acoustic stage will feature Bangers ‘n Smash (samba band), Duo 41 (fast and furious folk), Break Out Voices (a community choir guaranteed to lift the spirits) and a host of others including nepali melodies, sea shanties, jazz & blues, witty ditties and more. At the main stage by Lansdown Road, the afternoon kicks off with the funky, energising Riff Raff Choir, followed by SOL (French café jazz), Nightlarks (classic 50s/60s soul & jazz). Expect the unexpected when Random

Numbers take to the stage with their covers with a twist, Love Butter - an energetic and wacky, great local student band and to round up the afternoon, local favourites the rocking country blues band ‘the Harrison’s Trio’,

will get toes tapping with their seismic covers from the likes of the Eagles and The Band. It’s a great way to round off the summer, so make it a date in your diary!

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Naomi runs 5k a day for five weeks

life. This year marks five years since Naomi and her family went through that traumatic time, and so far she has raised just over £1,200 for the charity, smashing her initial £500 target. Naomi has completed the 5k runs in various parts of Bristol, Clevedon and Burnham-on-Sea. Speaking about the challenge and her fundraising, she said: “I

used to run a lot when I was younger, and I started again last year. Although I can run 10 miles, the challenge of having to run a 5k every day has been really tiring, especially as sometimes I don’t get back from work until 7pm and have to go straight out to do it. When it’s been hot, I’ve also got up to do them at 5am before starting work, and my back, legs and knees are really hurting as a result! “I’ve had a few different people say that they’d like to do some of the runs with me, which has been really good, and the support and backing that I’ve had has been great – I’m really grateful to everyone who has donated.” Naomi finished her series of 5k runs on August 11, and for her it’s a case of finishing one challenge and moving on to another, as in October she will be running her first half marathon for seven years in Burnham-onSea. To find out more about Naomi and her fundraising, visit The Redland Road Dental Practice Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ TheRedlandRoadDentalPractice To find out more about Cots for Tots, visit: www.grandappeal.org.uk/who-we-are/ cots-tots/

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PIRE Bristol Hospital is proud to be the largest private hospital in the South West. We provide a wide variety of treatments and specialise in complex procedures such as bariatric and cardiac surgery. Our Children and Young People’s Service is the only paediatric service in the South West offering outpatient and surgical procedures for 3 – 18 year olds. If you need to stay overnight we provide high-quality accommodation and aftercare as part of our commitment to your health. Aside from our excellent standards of healthcare, we provide completely free and informative events in an informal style where you can ask questions. The Consultant leading the event will give a presentation on their specialist topic and then there will be a Q&A at the end of the talk,

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Dementia singing group seeks recruits A SINGING group for people living with dementia is looking for new members to come along to their sessions in Henleaze. Alzheimer’s Society’s Henleaze Singing for the Brain meets every first, third and fifth Thursday of the month at Trinity-Henleaze United Reformed Church, and offers people living with dementia and their carers a space where they can meet new people in a friendly, fun and social environment. Supported by a dedicated team of volunteers in partnership with the church, the sessions are based around the principles of music therapy. This includes vocal warm-ups as well as singing a range of familiar songs suited to those attending. Alzheimer's Society is the UK's leading dementia charity. They provide information and support, fund research, campaign to improve care and create lasting change for people affected by dementia in England,

Wales and Northern Ireland. Research by the charity shows that 850,000 people in the UK have a form of dementia, and by 2021 one million people will be living with the condition. Speaking about the sessions, Alzheimer’s Society’s Group Coordinator Sophia Simlat said: “For some people living with dementia, spoken response can become problematic. Sometimes it’s impossible to find the right words to express how you’re feeling. “At Singing for the Brain, we often find people retain musical memory even when problems with speech and wordfinding present themselves. The familiarity of a melody can allow someone to sing words they would have found difficulty in speaking alone. Music can give someone back a way of expressing themselves. “Just as important is the chance to spend time with other people in similar circumstances. The service is designed to help

people with dementia to feel part of society where they have the right to artistic and social stimulation. “We look to find out which songs might be special to someone or remind them of a specific time in their lives. Music can be a very personal thing, whilst also bringing people together. There are real connections and friendships being made between the people attending.” Sharing his experience, one gentleman with dementia who attends the group with his wife said: “We love coming here, the people are so nice. We have a giggle and get to know people. It’s so easy to sit around and do nothing. This gives us a nice afternoon.” His wife added: “He remembers coming here. He couldn’t remember if we were married but he remembers coming here!”

A carer who also attends with his wife said: “The singing is so useful for us. It’s a medication.” His wife added: “The friendliness of the volunteers is brilliant.” Henleaze is one of five Singing for the Brain sessions running in Bristol. Other local groups currently run in Westbury-on-Trym and Horfield. For more information and to book a place, please contact Sophia Simlat at Alzheimer’s Society by calling: 0117 961 0693.

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Help us tackle loneliness on your doorstep HOW many people in your street won’t speak to another person today? Perhaps more than you think. With two out of five older people saying that television is their main source of company, loneliness and isolation are a real problem in our changing communities. Neighbours Connect Southmead is a new local initiative which matches volunteers with the most isolated individuals in our community to spend time with them. The impact that it is having on the lives of people already involved in the project is huge. For those who struggle to leave their home a volunteer can open up their world. Playing a game of cards, doing a bit of gardening or just having a cup of tea together can be the highlight of their day. For those who are more mobile, volunteers might support them to get out and develop their confidence to try new things.

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n EDUCATION COLSTON'S Girls’ School is celebrating another fantastic set of A-level results, with many exceptional individual performances. 22% of all grades were A/A*, with an overall average A-level grade of B-. Maths and Fine Art scored particularly well, with 19% of Maths students and every Fine Art student gaining an A*. A further eight subjects saw students achieving grades between A* and B. Outstanding individual achievements include: Meghna Vaja (A*AAA*) who will read Chemical Engineering at Imperial College London; Natasha Rigby (A*A*A) who will read Psychology at University College London; Eva Hennell (A*AA) who will read Philosophy and Mathematics at the University of Edinburgh; Ahlam Aboukar (AAA) who will read Medicine at the University of Bristol; also at the University of Bristol, Olawande Delano (AAA) will read Law; Priya Ubhi (AAA) will read Medicine at the University of Birmingham; and Iva Prestwich (AAAB) will read Chemistry at the University of Edinburgh. After a gap year travelling abroad to enhance her foreign languages, Naomi Richter (A*A*AA*) is joining her twin sister Chantelle at Oxford University where she will read French and Arabic. Rachel Millard (ABC) will begin an apprenticeship at Lyons Davidson legal firm with the intention of completing the Chartered Legal Executive Level 6 apprenticeship programme. Naimo Abdullah who collected her results with her father Tahlil Abdullah, has come through the Bristol

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Colston’s Girls’ School sees outstanding A-level results Scholars scheme, which provides students with study and revision mentoring at the University of Bristol. Naimo said: “I’m delighted with my results and can’t wait to start my degree at the University of Bristol, where I will read Psychology. My teachers throughout CGS and V6 have been so supportive and have always encouraged me to aim high and to never give up.” Tahlil Abdullah said: “We are so proud of Naimo. She’s worked really hard and has made the most of every opportunity given to her. She is the first member of our family to go to university and is a true inspiration to her six younger siblings who now have big shoes to fill!” Eva Hennell, who will read Maths and Philosophy at the University of Edinburgh, said: “The excitement is overwhelming. There have been many tears in the run-up, even my Dad has cried with me in anticipation of collecting my results. Thankfully, these are now tears of joy! Scotland is the furthest I have ever been from home, but I’m so excited to start my degree. I love learning and meeting new people, but right now I’m going to enjoy celebrating with my family.” The new Head of Sixth Form, Caroline McClean, said: “It is fantastic to see the hard work and talent of our students, who have been supported by our superb teaching team, rewarded by these outstanding results.

CGS students celebrate their results I am incredibly impressed by the exceptional individual achievements of those with perfect A/A*s, but equally proud of those students who have made considerable progress in the Sixth Form, for example, one of our Bristol Scholars, Amina Jimale, who achieved A*AC will now read Psychology at the University of Bristol. .” Acting Principal, Kerry McCullagh, added: “We are very proud of the academic success of this cohort of students. They have contributed so much to the school and have all been excellent ambassadors for our Sixth Form, V6. I have no doubt that they will go on to achieve great things and will make

considerable contributions to their communities. Congratulations to all our students and best wishes for the future.” Colston’s Girls’ School launched its new, co-educational Sixth Form Centre last September under the name V6. An emerging collaboration with Fairfield High School, it is ranked in the top ten state schools nationally for the proportion of students going on to study at the universities of Oxford and Cambridge. Colston’s Girls’ School and V6 are part of Venturers Trust, which is sponsored by the Society of Merchant Venturers and the University of Bristol.

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at Hard work pays off at North Bristol P16 Success St Bede's THE North Bristol Post 16 Centre is extremely pleased with this year’s A level and BTEC results, which reflect two years of hard work and effort by students and staff. The sixth form college is a comprehensive collaboration between Cotham and Redland Green Schools with over 800 students studying a wide range of Post 16 courses. Over half of students taking A levels achieved a B or above, with 59 North Bristol Post 16 Centre students achieving 3 or more A/A* grades and over 80% of Level 3 BTEC entries achieving a merit grade or above. Young people who studied French, further maths, film studies, maths, economics, photography, physics, English literature and fine art at the North Bristol Post 16 Centre have done exceptionally well, with more than 70% of students in these subjects achieving a B grade or higher. Students have also been very successful in enhancement courses which are studied alongside their main BTEC or A level courses. These include the Level 3 extended project, Pre-U Global Perspectives Research, and a one-year core mathematics qualification. Results in these courses have been a real highlight, and demonstrate the breadth of experience on offer at the North Bristol

Post 16 Centre. More than 250 students will be taking up a place at university, with over two thirds heading to their first choice institution and more than half moving on to a Russell Group establishment. Special congratulations go to 14 students who take up their places at Oxford and Cambridge universities, and to a further 9 who move on to medical school. Other centre students have taken up places on higher level apprenticeships, art foundation courses or are pursuing employment opportunities in a diverse range of settings. Headteachers Louise Blundell (Redland Green School) and Joanne Butler (Cotham School), and Assistant Headteachers Owen Tiplady (Redland Green School) and Aimi Potter (Cotham School) say: “We couldn’t be more proud of this fantastic group of young people who are celebrating today. These results are a reflection of the determination of our students to achieve the very best they are capable of, with the dedicated support and care of staff at the centre. “For more than ten years, our schools have been working together, as the North Bristol Post 16 Centre, to make sure that every student has the opportunity, support and skillset they need to reach (and extend far beyond) their goals.”

THE Areté sixth form at St Bede’s Catholic College notched up another successful set of A-level results. There were some outstanding individual performances and many students are taking up places at Russell Group universities. Garry Maher, Principal, said: “Our ambition has always been to enable young people to achieve success, relative to ability. Results this year are a testament to the commitment and hard work of the students and their teachers. The challenge for St. Bede’s now is to build on this excellent performance to ensure that success is built to last. The direction is clear, the commitment is evident and I have every confidence that Areté will go from strength to strength and become an outstanding beacon of excellence for all.”

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Impressive year for Clifton High CLIFTON High School Sixth Form students celebrated outstanding success in their Alevel results, marking another year of impressive personal achievements. Over 40% of the awarded grades were A or A*; an overall improvement that builds on last year’s successes. Significant achievements were seen overall with A* to C results increasing to 85%. Students achieved notable success in particular in Art, Chemistry, German, Music, Latin and Textiles with 100% of grades at A*–B grades. Those studying Humanities subjects including Drama, English and Spanish, all achieved A* to C grades. This demonstrates the consistently

high performance in STEM subjects, matched this year by the Humanities. In addition, 50% of those who undertook the EPQ (Extended Project Qualification), a course worth the equivalent of half an A level and highly valued by universities, received A*- A grades. The class of 2019 have studied a more diverse group of A-level subjects than ever before and will now go on to read a broad

selection of degree courses, ranging from the traditional such as Medicine and Architecture to pure disciplines such as English and Modern Languages and the more contemporary including Technical Theatre, Criminology and International Relations. Students have developed personal qualities, volunteering hours to charity projects, gaining an understanding of the world of business through Young Enterprise, challenging

themselves on Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold expeditions and World Challenge. Dr Alison Neill, Head of School, said: “These wonderful young people leave Clifton High with strong academic qualifications and a raft of skills and prized character traits; integrity, honesty, respect and confidence, all of which are key predictors of future success. The staff and I wish them good health, happiness and success.”

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Help us create a city of hope - Mayor AS A-level results were released across the country, Bristol Mayor Marvin Rees reminded all young people they can succeed as there are many options across the city available to them. Provisional results show a strong performance from Bristol schools with 93% of students achieving at least three A-levels at grade A*- E. This year 176 (13.1%) young people received three A - A* grades – up from 110 (8.9%) twelve months ago. However as well as furthering their studies, young people regardless of their results, can also develop their skills and gain experience directly in a workplace through an apprenticeship. Mayor Marvin Rees said: “Creating a city of hope where everyone has the chance to succeed is our vision for Bristol, so A-level results day is a great opportunity to remind young people there are so many options available to them. While many will go on to continue their academic studies, others may choose to look at other options. “In Bristol there is a wide choice of high quality apprenticeships, entry-level jobs as well as university and college places on offer, and I am confident that with hard work and commitment - exam results aside - there are great opportunities in our city to help all young people get on. I wish everyone much success and interest as they embark on the next stage of their lives.” Councillor Anna Keen, Cabinet Member for Education and Skills said: “Well done to all

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the young people in Bristol who took their A-levels this year, and to their families and carers who have supported them. “I know results day can be a stressful and uncertain time for students and for school and college staff, who also put a huge amount of effort into preparing for this time of year, and in supporting students. “I would say to all students, even if you didn’t get the results you were hoping for, in Bristol there are lots of ways you can further your education and future prospects after secondary school, including apprenticeships and vocational college courses.” Richard Harris, acting principal & chief executive of City of Bristol College, said: “The hard work and dedication that our students have shown throughout the year is reflected

in today’s A-level results. We encourage all our students to take pride in their work and to have the ambition and determination to progress and take that all important next step into the working world or further study into higher education. “We are pleased that a number of our students will be coming back to study with us again next year and embark on higher education at the college.” Upcoming apprenticeship opportunities are available on the website: www. apprenticeships.gov.uk/ apprentice/what-is-anapprenticeship and as part of the #FireItUp campaign. Some opportunities include: • Business Support Apprentice for The Mayor’s Office: findapprenticeship.service.gov. uk/apprenticeship/-454953

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n EDUCATION BRISTOL Free School Sixth Form is celebrating a phenomenal set of results in its second year of A Levels, with 62% of all students achieving at least one A*- B grade and 27% achieving three A*- B grades. BTEC vocational courses also performed exceptionally well, with the average grade being a Distinction*. The progress made by all students is extremely high and set to be well above the national average. 96% of all students who applied for university, accepted places onto their chosen degree courses. BFS students are going on to study a range of courses in social sciences, criminology, law, biochemistry, philosophy and ethics, dentistry, and medicine. One student will be reading mathematics at Oxford University and another is going to Cambridge to read French and Spanish. Notable individual student successes include Matthew Ghosh who achieved four A*s and has accepted a place at St Anne’s College, Oxford to read

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mathematics. Izzy Phillips was awarded two A*s and an A and will be studying medicine at the University of Birmingham. Callum Bryan, Christophe Hooper, Harry Moss and Daniel Whetton achieved all A* and A grades in their exams. Jack Payne was awarded two A*s, an A and a B and achieved the best

progress of any student. Max Cramer achieved three A*s and a B. Headteacher Susan King said: “This is a wonderful set of results and I am so proud of all the students’ achievements. This Year 13 have been fantastic role models for the younger students at BFS and I would like to thank

them for the contribution they have made to our wonderful community school.” Assistant Headteacher and Head of Sixth Form, Rich Walker said: “I am very proud of this brilliant set of exam results, that are a testament to the dedication and hard work of our students and staff. I couldn’t be happier.”

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n EDUCATION STUDENTS at all-girls’ Redmaids’ High School are celebrating an excellent set of A-level results, with almost a fifth of all entries gaining the top A* grade, and nearly half A* or A grades. In STEM-related subjects (maths, further maths, biology, chemistry, physics, psychology), two thirds of all entries were awarded A*-B grades and many students are building on their success with degrees in medicine, dentistry, biochemistry, pharmacy, and neuroscience. One such student is Hafsah Hayat from Westbury-on-Trym who excelled after joining the school in Year 12 and today received 3 A*s and an A, enabling her to take up her first choice of Dentistry at Cardiff University. Hafsah said: “Ever since primary school, I have wanted to be a dentist and now I am holding the results that have confirmed the place I wanted at Cardiff University. It’s difficult to put into words but the whole experience and the hard work has really paid off.”

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Another gifted STEM student is Carrera Dursley from Brislington who joined the school in Year 7, benefiting from a bursary funded by a former student. She gained A*A*AB, confirming her place to study medicine, also at Cardiff. Carrera said: “I feel ecstatic and extraordinarily grateful to the teachers and pastoral staff, and everyone else who has helped me to get the results I wanted.”

Many students also chose to study another qualification as an extension to their sixth form learning. More than threequarters – 77% - of those taking the EPQ (Extended Project Qualification) have gained an A* or A grade. Students in other subjects also achieved top grades: 100% of students in English Literature, French, Latin, Russian, Spanish, Art, and Design Technology were awarded A*-B grades;

84% of entries in humanities (geography, government & politics, history, and philosophy & ethics) gained A*-B grades, and in business and economics, 86% of all entries were graded A*-B. Isabel Tobias, Headmistress of Redmaids’ High said, “As a girls’ school, we are focused on giving our students the tools to help them develop careers in every kind of profession, and are particularly eager to enable them to redress gender imbalances where they still exist, such as in the various STEM fields. “We provide an exceptional Sixth Form centre as a base for their studies and recreation, and we offer a range of additional qualifications to our A Level students in order to help them develop greater independence of thought and research skills that will benefit them in higher education and future employment.”

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BGS 'so proud of students' efforts' THIS year’s 100% pass rate at Bristol Grammar School (BGS) includes 37 students who achieved 3 or more A*/A grades, with 13 of them gaining 3 or more A*s. All eleven pupils holding Oxbridge offers met them; they will go on to study a diverse range of courses such as English and French, Chemistry, History, Maths and PPE (Philosophy, Politics and Economics). Alongside their main subjects, eighteen students completed the Extended Project Qualification with 94% of all marks being awarded a grade B or above, and four out of five students gaining an A or A*. Justin Harford, Director of Sixth Form,said: “I have enjoyed working with this group of young people over the last couple of years, and am delighted with these results. This year-group has embraced the

changing landscape of higher education with an increase in the number applying for degree apprenticeships and vocational courses, such as nursing and journalism.” BGS Headmaster, Jaideep Barot, commented: “A-level results day is such a massive moment in the lives of these young men and women, and I was pleased to share this moment, along with many of my colleagues, with them . "They know, I hope, that much more than the grades they received today, it is their character and outlook which will determine their future, and we are very proud of this group of leavers. That said, this is the culmination of all they have worked for academically over their school careers, and I am pleased it went so well for so many of them. “While the headlines are

always written in terms of top grades and top university places, we are every bit as proud of those who have worked incredibly hard to achieve grades that may once have felt beyond their reach.” Jemima joined BGS at Sixth Form and studied Chemistry, Mathematics, Drama and Music. She said: “I’m emotional but very happy with my results. I’m taking a gap year next year, and I’m excited to start working as a Performing Arts Assistant at BGS’s Performing Arts Centre for two terms before going travelling. I’ve deferred a place to study Law at Manchester University in 2020 but I am keeping my options open, and want to take the opportunity to reapply after I’ve considered what I want to do for the rest of my life. Daniel joined the Junior School in Year 5 and studied Maths, Physics and Chemistry.

He is taking up a degree apprenticeship: “I am very excited to be joining Airbus on the Supply Chain Engineering Degree Apprenticeship Scheme. I decided on the Degree Apprenticeship route because I wanted to gain real life experiences alongside my studies,” he said. Holly is going to Exeter College, Oxford to study German and is the fourth generation of her family to study at the same college. “It was amazing to get an offer from Oxford University and even better that I’ve got the grades I needed to go. I knew that BGS would support my application for Oxford and that I would be stretched here and be with other people of similar abilities. The pastoral support has been excellent and I have been very well supported emotionally.”

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n EDUCATION THERE have been celebrations across the school today, as Clifton College students received their A Level results, with an impressive 46% of students receiving A* and A grades. There were further strong results across the range of courses offered by Clifton College, with a large number of A* to A grades achieved in Economics (60%) and Mathematics (64%). Additionally, Clifton students sat A Levels in nine Modern Foreign Languages this summer, achieving 16 A* grades and 77% A* to A across all language subjects. In Greek and Latin, 100% of students received A* to A grades and two of these pupils are continuing their study of Classics, with one taking up a place at Oxford and another winning a Choral Scholarship at Cambridge. Head of Classics, Tom Patrick, commented: “I’m thrilled - these results are a fitting reward for the focus and determination shown by our pupils and are part of a

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pattern of outstanding results over recent years, with eight pupils over the last five years gaining places at Oxford or Cambridge to continue their study of the subject. Classics at Clifton College is in excellent health, with Ancient Greek in particular capturing the pupils’ imaginations in the Prep School.” Five students – Miriam

Dirnhuber, Elizabeth Hawke, Rebecca Nyame-Satterthwaite, Charlotte Pavey and Hannah Wilkie – all achieved four A*s. Deputy Head Academic Gilbert Simmons said: “This is an exciting time of year for pupils and staff, and we are really proud of the dedication and commitment shown by everyone involved. As well as our A Level

results we are also delighted with our first full year of results for BTEC subjects, with 83% of pupils achieving Distinctions or higher. Well done everyone.” Head of College Dr Tim Greene added: “This year, Clifton College offered an impressive 34 different Sixth Form options for pupils, which displays the breadth on offer and the wide range of expertise we have in our teaching staff. We are delighted that 90% of pupils will be going to their chosen university after leaving. “It is also especially pleasing to see our pupils take knowledge gained here to all corners of the world, with pupils preparing for life away from Clifton at university destinations as diverse as Yale, Toronto, San Francisco and Hong Kong. Congratulations to everyone, we all wish you the very best for your futures.”

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'Innovative individuals' at Badminton School notch up superb results BADMINTON is a community of innovative individuals as reflected once again by their eclectic mix of strong outcomes. An impressive 83% of all grades awarded were at A*-B, with over a third of the Year Group achieving straight A*-A and 12% achieving three or more A* grades. All pupils studying Art, French, Latin and Religious Studies are also celebrating these departments’ straight A*-A achievements. The varied future pathways Badminton students will follow reflects their ability to determine their unique journey. Not only are Henrietta and Arina from Bristol celebrating achieving straight A*-A, with Henrietta off to read Economics at Exeter and Arina Natural Sciences

at Cambridge, but both also found time to follow interests more widely. Henrietta gained a Distinction for Grade 8 Piano along with a Leiths award in cookery, whilst Arina achieved Grade 7 Flute, with a merit for her ESB and an A in her EPQ. Underlining the range of strengths seen at the School, keen Geographers Isla and Phoebe from Bristol and Nicole and Natalie from Hong Kong, led the School’s commitment to working for a better planet through their involvement in the InterClimate Network, Climate Voices Summit at Westminster where they were the team winners of the ‘Leadership Award’. Inspired by all they have learnt both inside the classroom and beyond, three of the girls

will be off to university to study Geography with Phoebe taking a gap year first to carry out environmental work. A significant number of the Year Group are also off to study STEM subjects. Chloe, who gained straight A*s said: “I am very excited to study Civil Engineering at Imperial next year and thank all the teachers who inspired me at Badminton.” Badminton girls also gained places on courses at a range top universities both in the UK

and overseas including Fine Art, Medicine, Economics and History, as well as Law at Oxford. Headmistress, Mrs Tear said: “This was a Year Group which led the way in so many aspects of School life and pioneered an innovative approach to all that they did both inside and outside the classroom. These pupils are ready to pursue their ambitions in a range of different areas at top universities and I look forward to seeing them make a difference in the world.”

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Great day for BCCS STAFF at Bristol Cathedral Choir School congratulated all their A-level students for achieving outstanding results. From a cohort of over 200 students, 38% of all grades are A* or A (national average 25%), 69% A*-B and 87% of grades are A*-C. Headteacher Paul Atkins says: “All of our students can be very proud of their achievements - these are our highest headline figures at A-level. Credit must also go to our talented and tireless staff for supporting them so well throughout their two years in 6th form. “Impressively, 43 students achieved three A grades or higher. Overall, over 80% of students are moving onto Higher

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FROM September, boomsatsuma will be delivering a series of taster sessions and eight-week courses that are free to women and girls in Bristol. The aim of the courses is to encourage and inspire women and girls to explore career possibilities in the creative and digital sectors as part of the WIDJET project. Women into Digital Jobs, Education and Training (WIDJET) is a West of England Combined Authority project, funded by the Government’s Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport. As delivery partner, boomsatsuma is offering courses in Creative and Digital Media, Games Design, Visual Communication and VFX and Virtual Reality and AR. The courses, run in the evenings at Engine Shed, are particularly aimed at young females in the Central East areas of Bristol. Although all are welcome to sign up, the project is keen to engage with underrepresented groups, especially young females that aren’t currently in education, employment or training, young

Free courses for women and girls interested in digital careers mothers and BAME females. To help increase access to the courses, boomsatsuma is also offering a contribution to the cost of child care. West of England Mayor, Tim Bowles, said: “One of my key ambitions is improving job opportunities across the region. I want to ensure that everyone, regardless of background or personal circumstances, can access support to develop workplace skills so that they can fulfil their potential. “Digital and tech is an important part of the West of England’s economy – businesses have a particular need for skilled employees now and this demand is expected to grow in the future. Women are currently under-represented in digital roles and our WIDJET project seeks to tackle this by working with a wide group of women to

encourage more representative and inclusive employment in digital roles across the region.” boomsatsuma Creative Projects Manager, Lyndsay Davies, said: “Our involvement in this project has allowed us to shape a series of beginners courses that are for women and run by women. “We want to be able to offer all participants the opportunity to learn new skills, develop their

understanding of the industry, and hear from professionals already nested within it. “We recognise that taking new leaps and learning new skills can be daunting so we’re keen to support women and girls to explore new possibilities in a safe, encouraging space.” For more information or to sign up go to: https://www. boomsatsuma.com/women-indigital

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New 4D scanners enable surgery before birth NEW 4D scanners are now being used at St Michael’s Hospital to operate on babies still in the womb. The £150,000 needed for the scanners was provided by the St Michael’s Hospital charity Above & Beyond. The money was raised thanks to the 2018 Bristol to Paris Cycle Challenge participants, along with a donation from the James Tudor Foundation. Now in use on the Fetal Medical Unit, the scanners provide significant benefits to patients, including improved and quicker diagnosis of complex fetal problems. They will also be used to operate on babies still in the womb, improving surgeons’ abilities to perform the intricate procedures. Dr Tim Overton, who took part in the ride, said: “I am absolutely delighted that Above and Beyond’s amazing fundraising efforts have meant that we have been able to buy not one but two superb ultrasound machines. “Their arrival could not have been more-timely - last week alone we had to perform two emergency fetal procedures which were made considerably easier because of the clear views of the fetus we were able to achieve. This week we have another three potentially lifesaving procedures planned in

addition to the 50 or so other appointments we have made for referrals from all over the South West. “Words of thanks do not do justice to the debt of gratitude the whole fetal medicine team owe Above & Beyond and our team of cyclists that made the epic journey to Paris last May.” The scanners can also be used for parents to visualise how their baby will look once they are born. When the baby has a physical abnormality, a very high quality image can improve the patients’ perception of the pregnancy and facilitate vital prenatal bonding. As well as world-class equipment, Above & Beyond also fundraise to improve the hospital environment, provide staff training and development and invest in innovative research. Sarah Pryer, head of philanthropy and partnerships at Above & Beyond, said: “These scanners are an invaluable piece of equipment for staff at St Michael’s Hospital and I’m truly grateful to every one of our supporters who made this possible. “We are delighted that we’re able to support the fantastic work of our clinical teams, and make a difference to the lives of so many more families every year.” To make a donation to Above & Beyond or to find out more, go to: www.aboveandbeyond. org.uk

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Poetry success WELL done to Year 8 students from Fairfield High School (FHS) Ettie, Oona and Tilda and Lou (pictured) who wrote this stunning and thoughtprovoking poem entitled ‘Our Home’, which was picked as the winner in a recent in-class competition. The students were studying culture poetry - the ideas surrounding culture and multiculturalism - and the various poems which represented this from around the world. To sum up their learning, in groups, the students wrote some collaborative culture poetry. The poems are also a response to images about culture, showing busy markets, traditional dress, and Bristol landmarks. Oona said: “Our task was to write a poem. We had one lesson, four pictures, four brains and we went for it! We all had some good ideas which we put together to create this poem. It also helped that we were able to choose who we could work with.” Ettie added: “Bristol is such a beautiful place to live, so we tried our best to capture that in this piece of writing. We started with a simple metaphor which developed and blossomed until we had our finished piece.”

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One25 artwork unveiled at City Hall ARTWORK created by the women, staff and volunteers from charity One25 is on display in City Hall. Mayor Marvin Rees and Councillor Helen Godwin, Cabinet member for Women Children and Families, unveiled the wall hanging outside the Council Chamber as part of the Bristol Art in City Hall initiative. The quilt was a collaborative project led by One25 volunteer Jemima Lumley over the summer and autumn of 2018. It includes pieces completed by staff at One25, women at One25’s drop-in sessions, and women from Pause Bristol. The women had artistic freedom over their individual squares, which Jemima then combined into a quilt. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were shown the quilt when they visited One25 in February 2019. Mayor of Bristol Marvin Rees said: “One25 is one of the most significant charities in the city working with some of the most at risk people. By having this quilt hanging on the wall here, I hope it confirms to all of the women who contributed to it that they

matter, and we want to have their voices represented here. “We want to ensure that City Hall as a public building truly represents the communities it works for in Bristol. By giving people the opportunity to showcase their creativity I hope that people will feel greater ownership of this key civic space. I want members of the public to come in to the foyer and make time to look at the art on the walls.” One25 reaches out to women trapped in, or vulnerable to, street sex work, supporting them to break free and build new lives away from violence, poverty and addiction. Anna Smith, Chief Executive of One25, said: “We are grateful to Marvin for shining a light on One25’s work in Bristol. Each square of this wall hanging was made by the women, staff and volunteers at One25. The finished piece is a joyful celebration of their creativity and we are delighted to share it with visitors to City Hall. The women we work with are often hidden and we hope this will serve as a visual reminder that they are a

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part of Bristol and deserve our support and respect.” Any groups looking to hold an exhibit in one of the council’s

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the most recent World Masters Athletics Championships in Spain and who regularly runs the 1500m in well under seven minutes. The exhibition coincides with this summer’s publication by Active Ageing Bristol of a directory listing Bristol locations where older people can take part in age-friendly physical activities and builds on Bristol’s recent

designation as an Age Friendly City by the World Health Organisation. The NO LIMITS exhibition opens on College Green on Thursday 1 August and runs until Wednesday 28 August. Viewing is free and because the ecofriendly display system is fitted with solar lighting can be seen at any time. Photo: Alex Rotas

Age has no limits! PHOTOGRAPHS showing that age is no barrier to active living have been on free outdoor display on College Green, Bristol, from August 1 to 28 as part of a new drive to persuade older people to make bolder keep fit choices. Titled NO LIMITS, the exhibition uses giant weatherproof frames to showcase around 35 images by Bristol-based Alex Rotas of international champion athletes aged from 55 to 100+ and of locals participating in health and fitness activities as varied as park run, Tai Chi and walking sports. The exhibition is being mounted by Active Ageing Bristol – a collaboration between Bristol Sport Foundation, St Monica Trust and The Anchor Society – with funding from Bristol Health Partners. Photographer, writer, public speaker and broadcaster Alex Rotas says she hopes the

exhibition will challenge widely held misconceptions about what growing older means and encourage fresh thinking on what older people can do to stay fit, healthy, engaged and happy. She adds: “My pictures of elite older athletes are proof that at 60, 70, 80, 90 and above the human body is capable of a lot more than most of us think. But I recognise we can’t all be recordbeaters and medal winners. So, I am also exhibiting images of everyday Bristol seniors demonstrating that it's possible to gain physical, mental and social benefits from any level of physical activity.” The oldest of the champion athletes featured in the NO LIMITS exhibition is Man Kaur, still competing internationally as a shot putter at 103. Another is Bristol’s own Anne Dockery aged 71 this year and a member of the GB team which topped the medal table at

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the creative support they offer prisoners. “We often forget that we have Horfield Prison right on our doorstep and that the inmates will be out one day, trying to create new lives. “However, with Climate Emergency we all have to think about life transformation in a changing world. I'm trying to make Room 212 Window displays more thought provoking. We need beautiful things in our lives but we also need to care about our society and the world around us.” All artwork on display is available to purchase; 5% goes to Victim Support after the cost of sales, then 60% goes back into Prodigal Arts to continue the work and 40% from each sale goes to the artist available on release. The percentage is reversed with released artists who receive 60% with 40% going to Prodigal Arts. The exhibition will be open in the week on Tuesdays - Fridays from 5pm – 11.45pm and on Saturdays from 2pm – 12.30am. For more information see www. alchemy198.co.uk and www. prodigalarts.org

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n NEWS IT’S taken four years, 25,000 words, more than 100 original artworks and a fair few tears for Ellie Bradford to complete her first book. She says it has been worth the heartache - creating Vitality, which she describes as an illustrated Ital vegan cookbook and a document of recovery from anorexia, has helped her overcome many challenges and she hopes it can do the same for others. Ellie, who grew up in Bishopston, did not accept for some time that she had an eating disorder, the condition that had led to the death of her close friend Laura Willmott aged 18 in 2011. “I fought tooth and nail against a diagnosis of anorexia, in part because I could not see myself in the same light as Laura. She had suffered for years, and I was nowhere near as skinny as her,” she said. But eventually, after three years of specialist treatment in which she heard other patients talk about the same things she was going through, Ellie realised that she was anorexic. Although, as she explores in the book, eating disorders rarely exist without other mental health conditions, “Talking to my friends going through these experiences helped me to understand that eating disorders aren’t just about food—they’re not really about food at all.” Nevertheless, it is food that has enabled Ellie, now in her late 20s, to find her way forward, just as it did when she moved to London to study fine art, only months after Laura’s death. After years battling addiction,

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she managed to give up drugs and alcohol, in part thanks to the holistic Ital lifestyle she encountered while working as a photographer and artist in the UK Sound System culture. “Ital is about making a conscious effort to live in cooperation with the environment, across all areas of your life, not just food. It worked as a framework for recovery for me because it’s holistic and it’s not a rigid prescription of health and how to achieve it,” she explained. Embracing a vegan diet made Ellie feel healthier than she had for years - “in control for the first time in my life”. But at the start of her final year at university, when things started to go wrong, cleansing of mind and body became an obsession. “Without the drugs I’d previously used to self-soothe, I had no tools to manage the

emerging triggers for my mental illness. I entirely failed to notice when restricting my diet became that tool. Starving myself intensified my feelings of empowerment, autonomy, and control. Anorexia became another addiction. “I can now recognise that my diet at the time wasn’t Ital or vegan— it was unstable. Since then, my relationship with food has profoundly changed. Creating this book has forced me to confront the tension in my relationship with food, which will likely remain in my life for some time. “The sense of autonomy and control over my life which anorexia gave me, now comes from the knowledge that I am making an informed choice. A choice to love myself enough to create the best opportunities for learning, loving and living; this starts on my plate.” Friends suggested to Ellie that she write the book to help her understand her experiences. The decision to include recipes as well as her personal story and her artwork was born of her need for nourishing and comforting food - rather than ‘super foods’ or ‘clean eating’ - with which to treat herself. “It didn’t seem like a choice. I had to make the resources I needed,” she said. In the book, she explains: “I was brought up on British family style meals of pasta, pies, stews, and Sunday roasts. It was the memories that they triggered, the comfort and enjoyment, which I craved as much as nutrition. A healthy diet for me meant, and still means, enjoying food. I don’t want to begrudgingly pretend to enjoy a limp salad or a juice that tastes like grass.” In one of many humorous footnotes, she adds: “I’m aware that pasta is Italian, but find me one British family who don’t eat pasta..? Exactly.” She continues: “Recovery isn’t easy. It takes time and mistakes. It takes a lot of compassion, understanding and forgiveness; from others, as well as yourself. This is the story of how I navigated those obstacles and reconnected with the world around me.

“Each part of creating this book has had therapeutic value; the writing my reflection, the food my nourishment, and the artwork my emotional release. “Vitality is fundamentally not a blueprint for recovery that seeks to define a specific approach or diet. Rather [it is] a personal account that shares the challenges as well as the rewards - with humour, sometimes stark honesty, and an open heart.” However, the book is more than a personal memoir and a collection of practical advice. Ellie was keen to look outward and understand the deeper nature of mental illness and recovery. “It was important for me to have a wider perspective,” she said. “I wanted to explore the social and political contexts. I think writing out my lifestory helped me to see lots of gaps where people could have, and definitely should have, intervened. Had they done so I might not have gone through what I did. I definitely didn't make all the best choices along the way, but I couldn't continue to internalise the blame and shame.” Ellie’s experiences have led her to become an active campaigner for the charity BEAT eating disorders, lobbying parliament over waiting times, for example, as well as pushing for better mental health awareness and healthcare reform. Vitality, a 126-page hardback, has been accepted by the online publishing platform Unbound, which has launched at least six months of crowdfunding for the publication. Ellie will donate twenty per cent of any personal profits to the charity BEAT Eating Disorders To support Vitality, go to: https://unbound.com/books/ vitality

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n NEWS IF you have an interest in, or a question about your family’s history, the Family History Fair on Saturday 28 September is an event you cannot afford to miss. The Bristol & Avon Family History Society will be holding its Family History Fair at BAWA Leisure Centre, 589 Southmead Road, Filton, BS34 7RG. The day will be an opportunity for anyone who needs help or advice on family history matters to speak with local experts and representatives of Bristol & Avon Family History Society and other societies including Devon, Gloucestershire, Gwent, Hampshire, Dorset, Somerset & Dorset, Weston-super-Mare & District, and Wiltshire. More than 30 exhibitors have signed up to attend. Representatives from Bath and Bristol Archives will be on hand to give information and advice. A number of local history societies and museums will also be attending to allow visitors to gather more information on the work and living conditions that their ancestors may have experienced. New and secondhand books, postcards, maps,

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at those who want to get started on researching their families. These will start at 10.30am and attendees will be given free informative handouts, magazines and other useful research and recording tools. There will also be a number of other talks during the day on subjects including the Suffragette movement and its effect in the Bristol and Bath area and Canadian research. Also, there

will be an updated presentation of the ‘Know Your Place West of England Historic Mapping Project’, which started in Bristol but which now covers historic Gloucestershire, Somerset, Devon and Wiltshire as well as Bristol and Bath. The talk will be tailored to how the mapping system can be used in family history research. Full details of talks and times will be advertised nearer the date. The prizes in the free raffle include subscriptions to commercial websites and publications, DNA kits and books. Doors open from 10am - 4pm and admission is £2, children FREE. This gives access to the Fair, entrance to all talks and the free raffle. There is ample free parking at the venue and a range of refreshments will be available or you can bring your own. For more information, a full list of exhibitors and details of the talks please visit the B&A FHS website: www.bafhs.org.uk

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n NEWS In Bishopston this month... Digital Advertisement Application Clear Channel have applied for planning permission to turn the billboard on the corner of Rudthorpe Rd and Gloucester Rd into a digital advert. Anyone can make a comment on the application by going to the council’s planning website (https://planningonline.bristol. gov.uk/online-applications) and searching 19/03592/A. Due to the controversial nature of the application and the likely impact on residential amenity and road user safety, Tom has called the application in to a committee of councillors to make a decision. Müllers Charity Moves To Ashley Down The George Müller Charitable Trust is moving out of its current premises in Cotham to one of the five original orphanages opened by George Müller. Brunel House off Ashley Down Road, which is currently being transformed into flats, will also house a purpose-

built museum for the charity. The grand opening will be on September 11, and the newlyrefurbished premises will house an interactive museum with videos, costumes and lots of historical resources. We’d like to welcome the Müller Trust to Ashley Down – we know they’ll continue to move from strength to strength! New Secondary School Approved Plans to build a new secondary school in Lockleaze, next to Stoke Park Primary, have been approved. The new Trinity Academy will be opening from temporary accommodation in September, with the permanent building to be finished as soon as possible. This is not just an important development for Lockleaze, but also for Bishopston and Ashley Down as the new school’s catchment area covers much of our ward. It will therefore be welcome to help alleviate pressure on school places across north Bristol. We

wish the staff, pupils and parents all the best for their new school! Statement of Licensing Policy and Cumulative Impact Assessment Policy Review The Council is reviewing its Statement of Licensing Policy and Cumulative Impact Assessment Policy, which set out the Council’s policy for licensing and regulating businesses where there is the sale of alcohol, provision of regulated entertainment or late night refreshment. This normally covers businesses such as pubs, clubs, restaurants, hotels, off licenses and late night food takeaways. Gloucester Road is currently a Cumulative Impact Area under the policy. This gives licensing committees more powers to turn down applications for new late night venues because of the impact on residents. It is really important for local people to respond and let us know how that is working for our area. See http://bristol.citizenspace. com/licensing-regulatoryservices/statement-of-licensing-

policy Weight Restrictions around Springfield Avenue As part of the planning consent for the new Lidl on Muller Road, the Council is going to soon consult on limiting the permitted weight of vehicles on and around Springfield Avenue. This is intended to deter drivers of commercial vehicles from intruding unnecessarily into minor residential roads (with exemptions for vehicles with business at houses on the streets in question). When the consultation goes live anyone will be able to view the proposals and comment here: https://www. bristol.gov.uk/streets-travel/ traffic-regulation-orders-tros These proposals are in addition to the recent consultations on Double Yellow Lines in this area, and the proposals for wide-scale improvements to the Muller Road corridor. Please let us know if you have any comments Tom Brook – Cllr.Tom.Brook@ bristol.gov.uk Eleanor Combley – Cllr. Eleanor.Combley@bristol.gov.uk

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for Ashley and Redland, and a local campaign group, in trying to get the council to take action. The local group, Bishopston and St Andrews Traffic and Parking Group (BOSA), now have a website (http:// bosatrafficparking.org.uk) which has more information about the campaign and how you can get involved. A planning application has been submitted for 18 Chesterfield Road, to enlarge the current 6-bed HMO (house in multiple occupation) to an 8-bed HMO, through side and rear roof extensions. This has generated a large number of public objections from surrounding residents, so will probably be referred to a meeting of the Council’s Development Control Committee (also known as planning committee). At this meeting, the decision on whether to approve or refuse the application will be made by elected councillors (as opposed

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to the decision being made by a Council planning officer). If you’d like to comment on this proposal, search ‘Bristol City Council Planning Online’ and application reference 19/03393/F. If you’re interested in doing some volunteering, check out Can Do Bristol, the Council’s new volunteering website (http://candobristol.co.uk). Through the website you can find opportunities that match your skills and location, connecting with like-minded people and finding Bristol-based community groups where you can make a difference. Your local 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. 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). The next Full Council will be held on Tuesday 10

September at 6.00pm in City Hall. Members of the public are able to submit questions to the Mayor, present petitions, or read out statements (on any topic). These should be submitted to democratic.services@bristol.gov. uk by 5.00pm on Wednesday 4 September for questions and midday on Monday 9 September for petitions and statements. If you ever have an issue you’d like to raise with us in person, please do come to our monthly surgery, which is held on the first Friday of each month, from 1.00pm – 2.00pm, in the Library within St Pauls Learning Centre (94 Grosvenor Rd, BS2 8XJ). Mike Davies, cllr.mike.davies@bristol.gov. uk 07584 370 413 Jude English cllr.jude.english@bristol. gov.uk 07584 151 099 Carole Johnson cllr.carole.johnson@bristol. gov.uk 07584 370 414

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n NEWS In Redland this month... Junction changes consultation Sept 8 is the closing date for a consultation on changes to the Zetland Road/Redland Road/ South Road mini-roundabout. It’s been the location for collisions in the past and highway officers propose various changes. A banned left turn from Zetland Rd to Redland Road southbound is included with a cyclist exemption across a shared section of the footpath. Please fill it out if you have opinions! https://bristol.citizenspace.com/ place/zetland-mini-roundabout/ Flytipping We’ve had repeated complaints about flytipping in certain locations along the Gloucester Road and have therefore asked for the Council’s new contractors to prioritise the area. If you have any concerns about flytipping hotspots please let us know so that we can pass information on and do report any incidents you see using the council website.

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n NEWS In Cotham this month... Waste Collection Most of the case work I receive from residents concerns waste collection which are also encouraging elements of fly tipping and anti social behaviour. In such instances please continue to report through the BCC website https://www.bristol.gov. uk/report-a-street-issue and add a follow up email to me where necessary. Bristol is Open This partnership research project seeks to use technologies to improve citizens lives. A second trial app is live - MinaRepo - providing a tool to report incidents such as illegal fly tipping and litter as well as sharing positive things around the city such as sculpture or street art. The output of the reports will be shared with the council at the end of the trial. To participate, see https://bristol. minarepo.net/ - Please insert the following Login details when prompted : Username: bristol Password: 37repo!.

Bus services to stay I’m happy to confirm that the buses servicing the Cotham ward (9 and 72) will continue to run despite a previous threat of their withdrawal. There are some changes in September to the timetables for the routes - mainly that the 72 is reduced to an hourly service on Saturdays. Student parties are a cause of concern As a result of local groups Chandos Residents Association and The Noise Pages website raising issues about noise and disturbance, the university has funded a trial of extra police evening and night time patrols at the potential height of the party season. This will continue through the autumn term and in the early summer next academic year. Please continue to report any major nuisance at community-living@bristol.ac.uk or community@uwe.ac.uk. Cleo Alberta Lake cllr.cleo.lake@bristol.gov.uk 07584 480531

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proposals is inadequate. It was for this reason that my LibDem group voted against it at Council. Ignoring options 1: why is the radical proposal that initiated the redevelopment of the Cumberland Basin not part of the consultation? This would remove some of the concrete approach roads and provide more opportunity for valuable development. Instead we have only options that will replace existing bridges or ruin one of the most iconic views in Europe. Ignoring options 2: rather than having a competitive tender the Mayor has decided to work with a single developer on the site where he stopped Bristol’s Arena. It’s hard to see what benefits will flow from a secret scheme that requires taxpayers to underwrite 40 years of commercial rent on the first proposed office building and with no guarantee of affordable housing. Anthony Negus cllr.anthony.negus@bristol.gov. uk /07833 484344

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N my early bird-watching days I was surprised to learn that for many birds summer ends around mid July! At Chew Valley Lake the ducks go into eclipse then, meaning they moult their summer plumage, shedding all their flight feathers at once, using the lake as refuge from predators whilst they are flightless. As I write, in mid-August, our Bishopston birds have also adopted their autumnal habits: the swifts have gone; the house martins have fledged and families are gathering on wires as if to discuss their

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imminent journey; and all the baby garden birds of summer are grown up. Small birds such as warblers and tits have left their nesting sites and are travelling around the gardens in feeding flocks, which they will continue to do until spring comes again, this year’s young now fending for themselves. For the birds, autumn is well underway. We humans usually want to prolong our summers and the arrival of September, drawing in the nights and sending the children back to school, can bring a touch of gloom. I am hoping for an Indian summer this year to make up for some of the rainy, windy weather of August and perhaps bring a few more painted lady butterflies our way (see photo). These big beauties are Vanessids, the same group of butterflies that includes the more familiar small tortoiseshell and red admiral. They normally breed further south in Europe but in a good season they undertake a mass migration that brings them to our shores, which is what has happened this year. With continuing good weather it is certainly worth looking out for them in September. They like buddleia and their muted shades of orange and tan tone very well with the dusky purples of this plant. Once, in a “painted lady year”, I turned a corner in Redland into a quiet street to see a small buddleia bush, decorously overhanging

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Monday September 2 n The Royal Osteoporosis Society Bristol Support Group will be meeting at 1.45pm in the Methodist Church Hall, Westbury on Trym. A talk by Terrie Stocker, Osteoporosis Nurse Specialist from the BRI. Everyone is welcome. For more information ring 07710 743613. October 15 n The Arts Society Bristol lecture is on "Discovery! How to find lost relics in the Tudor Monarchy". Given by Jonathan Foyle at 8pm at Redmaids' High School BS9 3AW. More information is on our website www.theartssocietybristol.org.uk Saturday October 19 n 1st Bishopston Beer Festival The annual 1st Bishopston Beer Festival is back so get the date in your diary, book your babysitter and tell your friends! It's not just about the beer - this is a great social event within our community with live music and serving local beers, wines and ciders to raise funds for 1st Bishopston Scout Group.

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 Trym for ex-RAF and associate members. Skittle Alley, parties and functions. Live entertainment on Saturday evenings. Open Monday to Saturday lunchtimes and evenings. Sundays noon till 5pm. All enquiries telephone 0117 3291913. n Exercise Movement and Dance class for ladies. Low impact classes offer dance, exercise and core strengthening. Strengthen muscles, raise energy levels, improve balance and mobilise joints. 6.25-7.30pm at Fairlawn Primary School, Fairlawn Road, Montpelier, Bristol, BS6 5JL. Tel: Rachael at FL Exercise on 07966 418 714 / rachaelwilliams@ talktalk.net . Classes run on 5-7 week basis - charged as a block booking (£8 per class -1st Class Free). n Mondays 10:00am, 11:15am, 18:00pm. Yoga for everyone and all stages of life. Move, breathe, strengthen, calm at our beautiful YogaSpace Bishopston studio. Find out more at www.bristolyogaspace. co.uk or contact Clara hello@ bristolyogaspace.co.uk / 07530 053 543. n Senior Film Club, every third Monday in the month at 2pm St Peter's Hall, The Drive, Henleaze, BS9 4LD. All Welcome. Refreshments £3. Dial-a-ride transport possible by personal arrangement ; 0845 130 1875. n Redland Green Bowls Club welcomes new members, come along to our club on Redland Green any Monday after 4pm , or book a free taster session with one of our qualified coaches. Jean or Gerry :Tel 9624466 . HALF price membership for the first year (£50) n 8pm Fun Quiz Night: Tv, Film, Music & more! at the Bristol Flyer, Gloucester Road, Bishopston Just £1 to enter n Watercolour Painting Art Classes take place every Monday

at Redland Library, between 10.30am and 12.30pm. Each half term course focusses on a new subject each half term. Suitable for beginner and intermediate levels, with some previous drawing experience recommended. For more information or to book, please visit: www.painting.zone. For queries or to add your name to the mailing list, contact Stella Shaw at admin@painting.zone or ‘phone 07791400362. n Bristol Bridge Club - Come and play, there are daily bridge sessions for experienced and less experienced players. Try a free taster session on a Monday 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.

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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 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. 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

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nW HAT’S ON IN OUR AREA 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 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 Keep fit with dance moves – at Horfield Baptist Church, BS7 8NY, Tuesday mornings, from 10:15 – 11:15 am and Filton Community Centre, Elm Park, BS34 7PS, Tuesday afternoon, from 2pm – 3pm. Suitable for all abilities, come and improve your mobility and general wellbeing, keeping fit to music at this very friendly class. Includes some seated body conditioning exercises. 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 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. 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 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

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n WHAT’S ON IN OUR AREA month at 7.30pm in Redland Church Hall, Redland Green Road, 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

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to do and can encourage you to come along because it’s fun, relaxing and most of all friendly! n Women's Walking Football session every Wednesday from 6-7 p.m. at Horfield Leisure Centre. Contact Keith Gwilym on 07948383536 or buwfc2018@ gmail.com 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.

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.

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nW HAT’S ON IN OUR AREA org.uk. n Scottish Country Dancing come to Dance Scottish with RSCDS Bristol on Thursdays at 7.30pm in term time at Oatley Hall, St Monica’s Trust, Cote Lane, Westbury-on-Trym BS9 3UN. New dancers welcome, come on your own or with a friend for fun, fitness and friendship. No need to wear a kilt or a sash! For information contact Alison on 0117 968 4036 or Caroline on 0117 924 9226 or see www.rscdsbristol.info 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 :

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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 signingup 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.

Evening of clairvoyance MEDIUMS Sharon Bird and Kez Eggleton will share the platform for a public demonstration of clairvoyance on Saturday 21 September at Westbury Park Spiritualist Church. Minister Marian Bishop says: “We are delighted to have these two very experienced mediums coming here to demonstrate at Westbury Park. “Their dedication and compassion shines through in their work and we are confident of a very enjoyable evening. “These experienced mediums, who both work professionally in their own right, are renowned for their accurate and moving demonstrations at a variety of local venues.” Working side by side for this special evening, Sharon and Kez will seek to provide not only accurate evidence of survival beyond physical death, but to convey a tangible sense of the touching bond that continues to exist after the passing of a loved one. The demonstration of clairvoyance will take place at 7pm at Westbury Park Spiritualist Church, Cairns Road, BS6 7TH. Tickets should be obtained in advance to secure a seat and are priced at £5. For further information visit www. westburyparkspiritualistchurch.org or call 0117 977 1629.

Bristol Male Voice Choir seeks new members BRISTOL Male Voice Choir invites new singers to join them. The choir has a broad repertoire, performing not just male voice standards, but songs from musicals, pop classics, spirituals, and classical favourites. You don’t have to read music to join the choir but you will enjoy learning the repertoire, (re-)discovering the voice you may have forgotten about , and being welcomed into the choir’s friendly social atmosphere. Choirmaster John Hollyman says: “Come along to BAWA Leisure Centre, 589 Southmead Rd, BS34 7RG on Thursday from 7 and 11 and join us in our singing session, chat to our members, or just listen as we practice our latest songs. A bar is available, and there will be food for all visitors.” To find out more call 07587 143220.

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n OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

How to get in the bath safely

OR a lot of clients that I see, getting in and out of the bath can be a real struggle – this could be because of a health condition or just being less able than you used to be. Throw water and wet surfaces into the mix and you can have quite a risky situation on your hands. If there is no one else home when you are bathing, this can cause even more concern. There are various options for increasing your safety when getting in and out of the bath. These could include: A simple grab rail on the wall for you to hold onto for support and reassurance A bathboard sits over the top of the bath (secured by adjustable brackets) and allows you to sit down whilst transferring your legs into the bath – some people also use this to sit down whilst

showering A bath lift allows you to sit in the water – you transfer onto the seat and transfer your legs into the bath, then you use the electric hand controls to lower the seat into the water and bring you back up once you’re finished. The best solution for you depends on your personal capabilities and your own bathroom layout. (For example, a bath lift is not usually suitable for use in a corner bath. Or if you can’t lift your legs, a bathboard won’t help). You should give your circumstances some thought before choosing any equipment. Some people decide to redesign their bathroom. The safest option is usually to remove the bath and install a level-accessshower. Some are reluctant to change their bathroom as they think it won’t look inviting, but

there is a lot of choice available in fixture and fittings. The benefits of a level-access-shower include: Reducing the risk of falls by not having to clamber over the side of the bath A level-access-shower means you can walk straight into the shower – there is no step to lift your feet over, which again lowers the risk of having a fall You may want to have a seat installed so you can sit while you shower yourself – for those that experience tiredness, this may save you some vital energy Increasing your independence - you might need a carer to help you have a bath, but having a shower might mean you can manage this without any help If you need any further advice on choosing equipment for the bath, or if you’d like to see how we can help with adapting your

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n YOGA BLOG Yoga for Health

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Yoga Pose of the Month: Gomukasana GOMUKASANA is an opening pose, preparing the shoulders, arms and side trunk ready for standing poses. To go in: From Tadasana (simple standing pose, feet hip width apart or together, spine long, arms drawn down, chest lifted; full instructions shown in September 2018 issue). If you are stiff in the shoulders, have a belt at the ready draped over your left shoulder (which you will use to hold between the hands if they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t reach each other). Keeping your torso lifted and

your chest open, draw your right arm out to the side, hand level with the shoulder. Rotate the arm so the palm of the hand faces backwards (thumb side down), then, keeping the front of the shoulder open, bend the arm bringing the back of the hand to your spine, and drawing it upwards (you can use your other hand to help). Now raise the left arm up, and turn it so the palm faces backwards, then keeping the elbow pointing towards the ceiling, fold the arm and bring the hand towards the right hand. If they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t touch, take

hold of the belt with both hands to join the gap. Keep the elbows drawing in towards the centre line of your body, and keeping the chest as level as possible, find out if you can move the hands closer together behind your back. Hold for a few breaths, keeping your eyes quiet and at eye level and your tongue soft. Repeat starting with the left arm out first. CAUTIONS If you have a shoulder injury, it would be better

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n NEWS FROM METRO MAYOR

Local Industrial Strategy will benefit us all I HAVE recently been in touch with our new Prime Minister and new government ministers to update them on the progress we’re making and what we can do to deliver more for the West of England. I am always championing our region and I’m confident the government will see that we’re making a real difference, investing to improve where we live, with ambitious schemes such as our MetroWest rail plans which include seven new train stations. I have long been a supporter of devolution because I believe local people who live and work in the region are best placed to understand and respond to the challenges and opportunities that we face. I am pleased the new Prime Minister has signalled that he would like to give more powers and investment for local towns, cities and regions to spend on their priorities. I look forward to exploring how this can

benefit the West of England. On July 19 I was delighted to join regional business, academia and council leaders for the launch of the West of England’s Local Industrial Strategy. The Strategy sets out how we will work towards raising productivity levels and create high-quality, well paid jobs across the West of England. This Strategy is a blueprint for the region which will enable us to showcase our strengths

and ambitions with both the government and businesses looking to invest in the region. To boost productivity and strengthen our economy, I am determined to ensure that everybody can get around the region with good transport connections, and that people have the skills that businesses need. This, coupled with building enough well designed and affordable homes, will help ensure that we continue to

Ride and Stride for Churches ST Alban’s Church in Westbury Park is joining with hundreds of people being sponsored on Saturday 14 September to visit some of the regions’s historic churches on foot, by bike, by bus or in a car. Half the money raised will go towards building works at St Alban’s including the provision of improved disabled access and better toilet facilities, and half will help Gloucestershire Historic Churches Trust to support other places of worship. Visit www.ghct/org.uk/ride-and-stride for more information and come and visit the beautiful church building any time between 10am and 4pm on 14 September. Refreshments will be served.

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be one of the country’s most attractive and prosperous places to live and work. At the heart of our Local Industrial Strategy, we are connecting businesses, researchers and residents together to drive innovation and test new ideas which will improve peoples’ lives every day. I want to ensure that the innovation, ingenuity and creativity that the West of England is worldfamous for, can be harnessed for everyone. I am working hard to deliver this agenda by prioritising investment in transport infrastructure and skills. I look forward to using our Industrial Strategy to secure investment from government and businesses to further boost our local economy and create new, well paid jobs which benefits everybody working and living in the region. Tim Bowles

n Henleaze Ladies’ Choir, conducted by Jane English, is seeking recruits. It sings a range of music from Brahms to songs from shows’. The choir meets on Thursday afternoons from 1.45pm-3.45pm at St Peter’s Church Hall, Henleaze and re-starts after the summer break on 12 September. Contact Jean on 0117 962 4466 or Jane on 07752 332278 for further details.

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n NEWS

From Culpepper to California: the making of a gardener “GOOD to know the influence of Stephen King on one horticulturist!” tweeted local author Mike Manson following the ‘Books That Made Me A Gardener’ event at Redland Library on 8 August. The horticulturalist concerned was Matthew Bufton, Garden Manager of Bristol Zoo Gardens, one of a panel of local horticultural experts invited by Friends of Redland Library to talk about the books that had most influenced their lives. Joining Matthew on the panel were: Rod Pooley, Business Unit Manager, Bristol City Council Plant Nursery; Sara Venn, Founder of Incredible Edible and Horticulturist; Andy Bryce, Collection Manager, The National Arboretum, Westonbirt. Matthew explained that he had chosen Stephen King, because his novel It was “the first book I read that wasn’t forced on me by school.” Matthew’s early interest in horticulture was nurtured by David

Attenborough’s Life on Earth, but the book that encouraged him to think around the subject is Vista: The Culture and Politics of Gardens by Noel Kingsbury and Tim Richardson. Sara has been gardening since she was three years old and it was Geoff Hamilton’s The Ornamental Kitchen Garden which “sparked my interest in growing good and my interest in organics.” Reflecting her passion for herbs, Sara also chose Culpepper’s Complete Herbal by Nicholas Culpepper and her third book was The Well-Tempered Garden by Christopher Lloyd, because Lloyd created a community around Great Dixter and she is fascinated by the ways “people react with garden spaces”. Rod had also wanted to be a gardener since he was a child and he studied at Cannington, where Don Hoyle, the author of his first book choice Don Hoyle’s Gardening Year, was a lecturer. From Cannington, he

went to Pershore Horticultural College, where Dr Hessayon’s Garden Expert books proved to be “fantastic reference material” that he still uses today. His final book selection was What Plant Where: The Creative Guide to Choosing the Best Plants for Every Area of Your Garden by Roy Lancaster, who he said is “a gardening legend”. In contrast with his fellow panellists, Andy came to horticulture as an adult. Having

qualified as a tree surgeon he went on to Westonbirt, where he is now the Collections Manager. Ranulph Fiennes was an early influence with his books Mind Over Matter: Epic Crossing of the Antarctic Continent and Living Dangerously, which encouraged Andy to have focus and perseverance. At the start of his career, a friend gave him Meetings with Remarkable Trees by Thomas Pakenham, which has been an enduring inspiration.

n NEWS FROM FRIENDS OF REDLAND LIBRARY THE Friends of Redland Library have two events planned for September. The first event is on Thursday 12 September and is entitled “Books: Found In Translation”. An expert

panel will discuss books that have been translated into English from their original language. This could be a wide ranging discussion, ranging from Alexandre Dumas to Paulo Coelho and from Leo Tolstoy

to Jo Nesbo. A second event, planned for Tuesday 24 September, will have a Desert Island Books format. Both events start at 7pm, with doors opening at 6:45pm.

Admission is £3 ( pay on the door ). All these events are held in Redland Library and full details can be found on the website https:// FriendsOfRedlandLibrary.org.uk/ future-events

n NEWS FROM FRIENDS OF BISHOPSTON LIBRARY HOPE you had a lovely break. Whether you like to curl up with a book on a rainy day, or prefer to read under a blue sky, this summer has offered something for everyone! We are about to launch into our autumn programme. The first event is a new venture, a Community Fair, being held on the first floor of the library on Saturday 21 September 1.00 – 3.30pm. Come along to find out more about some of the community groups and organisations in the area, with a mix of stalls, activities, refreshments and music. All sorts of local groups will be there; perhaps they can help you out with a query, or maybe you’d like to get involved with their cause. Or just have a browse and a cuppa!

Shortly after, we will celebrate Libraries week from 7 – 12 October, with a theme of libraries in the digital world. Technology plays an increasingly important part in all our lives, but what can it offer library users? How can you make the best use of the extensive technology on offer, from book renewals and ordering, to doing some of your own family history research on the library computers? And, on Thursday 10 October, 11.00 – 12.30, we will be running a ‘digital café’ serving hot and cold drinks and cakes.

Our AGM on Wednesday 23 October features local author Heather Child, who will talk about her debut novel, Everything About You and her latest The Undoing of Arlo Knott. In her first book, Heather imagines what happens when Freya’s virtual assistant takes on the personality of her missing sister. In her new novel, 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 more about these two ‘what if…?’ scenarios. The brief AGM will include a report on our fundraising, spending and activities to date. We will also be electing a new Friends of Bishopston Library committee, and 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

We have to build a city where all can thrive

UR city is a great place to be over the summer with free cultural festivals and historical attractions not only bringing citizens but also visitors from across the country and beyond. In the past few months, we have seen engaging and exciting events including St Pauls Carnival, Bristol Pride, the Harbour Festival and the International Balloon Fiesta. But the nights are drawing in and many of us will be going back to school or work after a well-earned break. However, this transition is challenging for some. And knowing how to handle change is critical, especially for our young people. Having worked in the NHS in mental health and wellbeing, this is and continues to be a key priority of mine. Bristol has a higher than national average rate of residents with mental ill health. This is a devastating reality and one that I am not willing to ignore. I want to ensure that we all thrive in a city that supports both our physical and mental health. Part of achieving this is promoting mental health and

wellbeing with a focus on early intervention. Crucially, our schools, colleges and universities must play a role in enabling our young people to grow into resilient and confident adults. Our daily lives may sometimes be stressful. Ensuring young people have skills to cope with this is key to preventing more serious issues in later life. The first steps involve helping them see how to talk openly about their feelings and care for themselves and others. But I will continue to push for improvements to accessing mental health services; promoting and creating positive, fun and challenging opportunities to help children and young people develop their confidence, creativity and resilience. Thrive Bristol aims to improve mental health and wellbeing of all, with a focus on those with greatest need. The programme launched city-wide in 2018 and takes a One City approach to tackling shared challenges. Targets include eradicating mental health

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stigma and discrimination, rolling out Mental Health Awareness training, and creating mentally healthy schools, workplaces, homes and communities. In fostering an environment where it is safe to speak about feelings and by building our capacity for resilience, I hope our children of the future and today will find the summer to school transition an enjoyable process.

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n VETS' ADVICE I AM always amazed and saddened from talking to owners about what kind of ‘presents’ their cats are bringing home. It seems in the Horfield area, cats are mostly killing birds, mice, frogs, slow worms, butterflies and even the occasional pond goldfish! I am much happier when an owner says how their cat catches and brings home dead leaves! The recent Extinction Rebellion protests got me thinking about how much cats are impacting our wildlife population. The Mammal Society estimates that cats in the UK catch up to 275 million prey items a year, of which 27 million are birds. This is the number of prey items which were known to have been caught. We don't know how many more the cats caught, but didn't bring home, or how many escaped but subsequently died. Of the birds most frequently caught by cats (blackbirds, starlings, sparrows and blue tits), only two (house sparrows and starlings) have shown declines in breeding population during the last six years. However, there is no clear scientific evidence that cats are causing bird numbers to decline. Those bird species which

Put a collar and bell on your cat have undergone the most serious population declines in the UK (such as skylarks, tree sparrows and corn buntings) rarely encounter cats and so it is unlikely cats are causing their decline. It's more likely due to changes to their environment. Cat predation can be a problem where cat owners are living next to scarce habitats, such as heathland, and feral cats living on islands are known to devastate bird populations because the bird species have a restricted range of habitats. As a cat owner, a collar and a bell is one of the best ways to help protect the local wildlife because it gives an advanced warning that your cat is on the way. In a RSPB study, attaching a small bell to your cat’s collar reduced birds caught by 41% and reduced mammals caught by 34%. Any cat collars should be quick release incase they become caught; they should be fitted firmly enough not to fall off, but you should also be able to easily fit two fingers between your cat’s collar

and neck to ensure the collar is not too tight. Keeping your cat inside around dawn and dusk can help as birds are most vulnerable during this time particularly between March and July and also between December and January. Offering them their meals at these times can encourage them to stay inside. Any bird feeders in your garden should be placed high up off the ground and not close to a surface that a cat could jump or climb from. Placing a spikey plant underneath the bird feeder or an uncomfortable or difficult surface to sit on underneath can be useful to prevent cats sitting and waiting below the feeder. The same with nesting boxes. Stray cats should be taken to a cat rescue centre so their owners can be found or they can be neutered to stop them producing more strays. May we all do our bit to help reduce the impact of cat predation on our wildlife at this time of increasing public awareness.

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n NEWS GLOUCESTERSHIRE Cricket is delighted to announce the signing of Josh Shaw from Yorkshire on a three-year deal. Shaw’s new deal sees him with the Club until the end of the 2022 season. The 23-year-old who has already had two loan spells at the Club this year will join Gloucestershire on loan for the remainder of the season and is eligible to play in both the Specsavers County Championship and Vitality Blast competitions. Josh expressed his delight after signing for Gloucestershire, he said: “I would like to go on record to thank Richard Dawson and his team for initially showing faith in me as a raw 20-year-old three seasons ago. From day one with my first spell in 2016 I was made to feel welcomed. I now look forward to putting in the hard yards and competing for a starting berth in all formats and helping the ‘Shire’ achieve success.” In the two spells Josh has

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