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Man dies after car hits wall near supermarket POLICE are continuing to appeal for witnesses after a man was killed when his car hit a brick wall in Longwell Green. The incident happened at 3.10am on Sunday August 11 in Craven Way, near the approach to Asda. A Vauxhall Corsa was travelling in a south westerly direction down Craven Way towards the mini roundabout, where there is an option to turn left towards Marsham Way or right into the supermarket. The car, however, carried straight on, hitting the brick wall at the far side of the roundabout. The male driver received attention at the scene but died shortly afterwards. The road was closed to allow collision investigators to examine the scene and was re-opened at about 9am. Police are keen to hear from anyone who may have been in the area at the time of the incident who may have information. Anyone who can help is asked to call 101, and to quote the reference number 5219184177.
Pupils make a piece of history Children from The Meadows Primary School have buried a time capsule at Bitton Mill. PAGE 5
BMX world champ Betsy riding high Hanham Woods Academy student Betsy Bax, 13, is BMX world champion. PAGE 4
Platinum date for couple Longwell Green couple John and Queenie Rees are marking their 70th wedding anniversary. PAGE 6
MP welcomes hospital decision There was excitement in the air when students from Hanham Woods Academy opened those all-important envelopes revealing how they did in their GCSE exams. Turn to Page 14 to find out how they got on.
Kingswood MP Chris Skidmore has welcomed news that Cossham Birth Centre will reopen. PAGE 11
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Hambrook lights: chance to have a say PEOPLE are being invited to have their say on changes to the Hambrook traffic lights. South Gloucestershire Council has been told to cut levels of toxic nitrogen dioxide at the busy junction on the A4174 Avon Ring Road, which are above the legal air pollution limit. Under powers known as an experimental traffic order, it has stopped vehicles coming from the Bromley Heath roundabout from turning right towards Winterbourne and made access from Frenchay on the B4058 Bristol Road left-turn only, banning traffic from right turns or going straight ahead. Comments can be made at bit.ly/2KIeO58 between now and February 11 next year. Anyone not online should call 01454 863503. Winterbourne Parish council’s Frenchay ward councillors – Adrian Collins, Paul Kembery, Charlie Watkins and Hugh Whatley – said the impact the changes would have on Frenchay and the surrounding area would only become clear after the school holidays, when peaktime traffic increased to its usual level, but similar changes during the Bromley Heath viaduct works, which finished last year, caused gridlock on some days and added up to 30 minutes to journey times. In a joint statement the councillors said: "This stationary traffic causes added pollution and somewhat defeats South Glos Council’s implementation of the scheme to reduce vehicle emissions at the ring road. "We need the junction to be redesigned, which we've asked South Glos Council to do on numerous occasions.”
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Elodie brings back two golds from Transplant Games “After three cardiac arrests and a stroke which paralysed her left side, she was placed on machinery which was keeping her alive. “We were told that due to complications the device which had been supporting her heart would be turned off and we would have to say goodbye to her. Thankfully at the eleventh hour a heart came in from France and Elodie underwent a transplant.” Colin said the British Transplant Games were testament to how many lives have been saved because of organ donation. “We met some great families at the games who had similar stories to ours. It was fantastic to be a part of it and the two gold medals just topped it off. We are
very proud of her.” Coincidently, a teacher at Elodie's school also took part in the Games. Garreth Rhodes had a liver transplant in 2016 following a diagnosis of primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) in the early 2000s. Garreth, who says he is “immensely grateful” to the family of his donor for saying yes, also did brilliantly, taking a gold medal in archery and bronze in both the 5K and 10 pin bowling events. The games, organised on behalf of charity Transplant Sport, also help increase
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Betsy riding high after BMX success A STUDENT from Hanham Wood Academy is riding high after being crowned BMX world champion. Betsy Bax faced tough competition in the championships held in Zolder, Belgium on July 24. But the 13-year-old emerged victorious, wowing crowds with her agility and skill. Betsy, who lives in Kingswood, started riding when she was just four years old, inspired by her brother Alfie who is two years older. Since then, she has gone from strength to strength, winning a clutch of trophies and titles. The recent world championships proved particularly tough. Betsy said: “It was definitely difficult and challenging as the temperature rose to 40 degrees and the other girls from all
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Making memories at mill CHILDREN from The Meadows Primary School have buried a time capsule at Bitton Mill, with help from the parish history group. The whole school got involved in selecting objectsfor the capsule, which can be dug up in the future for people to see how Bitton has changed. The items included: coins, a grocery receipt for a weekly shop, the school’s timetable and menu, photographs and a map of the school, a school jumper, information on technology, toys, school work, the school motto and logo. Also buried was a brochure for the new homes being built by Linden Homes at Bitton Mill, including floor plans and price lists, and a hi-visibility vest. Headteacher Joy Mounter
said: "The experience of burying a time capsule has been invaluable for the children and the school council relished the opportunity to get hands-on with the digging – it was a very memorable visit.” Marlene from the Bitton Parish History Group said: “I was pleased to help the children bury their time capsule and was impressed with the items they selected, they’d clearly spent a lot of time carefully choosing what
should be included. “I find Bitton fascinating and it’s so interesting to see how the site has changed – previously housing a former brass and paper mill, and then manufacturing car seats. "It was sad to see the site derelict for many years and we’re pleased to be helping the new residents learn more about the village. "We were delighted to be involved and it was great to
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Couple celebrate 70 years of married life A LONGWELL Green couple will be raising a glass this month to celebrate 70 years of marriage. John and June “Queenie” Rees tied the knot on September 3, 1949 at St Leonard's Church in St George and moved into a house in Church Road. John, 93, started his career as mechanic for Bristol Corporation Company working on big lorries and snow ploughs before moving to Rolls Royce where he worked as an engineer until retirement. June, 90, who is better known by her middle name Queenie, was an administrator for the NHS and later did voluntary work playing music at Cherry Gardens Primary School in Bitton. The couple have a son, Mark, born in 1955, daughterin-law Beverley and two granddaughters, Abbie, 33, and Lucy, 29. After moving from Church Road in the early 1980s, the couple settled in Longwell Green, just a street away from where Mark and Beverley set up home. Queenie used to play the piano for a theatre group and is still into crafts like sewing and knitting. She's also a passionate shopper and loves dressing up. John, who isn't as mobile as his wife, likes to read and has the odd glass of wine and beer. Queenie has a sister who is 97 and lives in Fishponds. John's brother is also 97 and lives in Compton Martin.
John and Queenie on their wedding day in 1949 They have a best friend called Shirley Weekly who they see regularly. When Shirley's husband Graham was alive the four of them spent lots of time together, going for evenings out and holidays. The couple will be spending their special day with family and neighbours and will be treated to a slap up meal on the evening by Mark and Beverley. Beverley said: “Queenie
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likes to get dressed up. She is very up-together and welldressed - she has her hair done every week and her nails done every six weeks. “They are fabulous in-laws and we are a very close family. John has been like a father as my father died a long time ago. Queenie is like a friend to me. We've always gone shopping together. Queenie loves to go round the shops and we go in
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Look out for bus service changes CHANGES to some bus routes serving Hanham and Longwell Green come into force this month. Some of the alterations start from September 1 and some from September 15. For full details, visit South Gloucestershire Council website There are timetable changes to First's 37, 37A 42, 42A, 43, 44, 44A and 45 but frequencies remain the same across all days of operation. The 19 and 19A routes, which connect the area to UWE, Parkway Station and Cribbs Causeway, also see some changes because of restrictions at the Hambrook roundabout to try to improve air quality but there is no reduction in frequency. Services to and from Lyde Green and the Bristol and Bath Science Park are being improved.The 48 and 49 routes are being extended to serve the metrobus m3x, although frequencies will remain growing new development. An extra six buses an the same, and the bus may divert via Stoke Lane, hour will run to the area. Coldharbour Lane and the bus gate when the M32 A First spokeswoman said: "As the number is congested, although it will not make any stops on of occupied houses in Lyde Green has increased the diversion route. and we have reviewed requests and feedback from First is also introducing an X49, which will run customers, we now feel it is the right time to extend from Staple Hill through Fishponds to Muller Road Service 48/49 to Lyde Green. and then take the M32 into the Centre on weekday "There is not expected to be any negative impact mornings. on reliability and punctuality, as added resource It will run nine times a day between 6am and will be used to allow for this extension." 9am. There will also be some timetable changes to the Lunch hp ad.qxp_Layout 1 03/04/2019 22:54 Page 2
Attacks: Man due in court A MAN is due in court to face assault and sexual offence charges after two alleged attacks on women on a cycle path at Mangotsfield. Both incidents took place within half an hour of each other, on the stretch of path which links the Bristol and Bath Railway Path to Pomphrey Hill on the morning of July 21. A 32-year-old man was arrested afterwards and has been charged with two counts of assault by beating and two breaches of a sexual harm prevention order. As the Voice went to print he was being held in custody ahead of an appearance at Bristol Crown Court in late August. Anyone with information about the incidents should call 101 and quote reference numbers 5219 166 474 or 5219 166 466.
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Fred cuts the ribbon at Magpie Court TELEVISION favourite Fred Dinenage delighted local retirees with tales from his time on screen when he attended the official opening of a retirement complex in Hanham. The MBE – whose career has spanned over five decades – cut the ribbon on McCarthy and Stone’s Magpie Court development, just off the roundabout at the bottom of the High Street. Fred, whose varied career has seen him present shows including How, How 2 and Pass The Buck as well as a long stint as news anchor on ITV Meridan, joined guests including homeowners, staff and members of the public to talk about his illustrious career. Attendees heard first-hand about some of the breaking news stories he has reported over the years, as well as the many factual books he has written – and ghost written – including an
autobiography on the infamous Kray Brothers. Fred said: “It was a pleasure to visit Magpie Court and give a talk on my colourful television career. The development provides an excellent solution for those looking to enjoy an independent and active lifestyle in retirement, and I enjoyed meeting and chatting to homeowners. It’s clear everyone values the quality of life afforded by their surroundings and the freedom of having a range of services on their doorstep.” Ciara Hilley, divisional marketing manager for McCarthy and Stone, said: “We would like to thank Fred for taking the time to visit Magpie Court. He was truly delightful and he really made our official opening special. Guests thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to quiz one of Britain’s longest serving broadcasters, and to meet a familiar face who has been
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Fizz Pop Science is a winning formula! FAMILIES headed for Cadbury Heath Library to take part in a science workshop aimed at encouraging children to get into science and read more over the summer. The interactive 'Fizz Pop Science' workshop was held as part of the 20th national Summer Reading Challenge. Children explored space travel and followed the journey of NASA’s Apollo 11 mission to the moon, learning about what it’s like to wear a spacesuit and even tasting some freeze-dried space food. The Summer Reading Challenge is open to 4 to 11-year-olds and runs until September 14 across all libraries in South Gloucestershire. This year’s theme is ‘Space Chase’, inspired by the 50th anniversary of the first moon landing. Chair of South Gloucestershire Council, Cllr Brian Allinson joined children as they took part in the workshop. He said: “I remember watching the Apollo 11 moon landing, so I’m delighted that our libraries are holding these workshops to excite children about science and inspire them to learn more and become the scientists of the future.”
Funding boost for club MEMBERS of an elderly people's lunch club in St George were given a funding boost aimed at tackling loneliness at Christmas. The donation of £250 was handed to Jean Pickering, of Summerhill Methodist Church's Lunch Club, from Susan Grant, a community champion at Asda Longwell Green. Funding came from the supermarket's Local Impact scheme and will go towards a Christmas lunch on December 6 which will include entertainment from singer and Elvis tribute Rockin' Gerry. The church holds two lunch clubs each month at its base in Airballoon Road. Susan helps out regularly at the lunch club, preparing and serving meals for locals
Children were joined at the workshop by chair of South Gloucestershire Council, Cllr Brian Allinson.
Big day for Bitton THE annual St Mary’s Church fete in Bitton takes place on Saturday September 7. The fete is the major fundraiser for the Grade I listed church and last year’s event raised almost £8,000. This year the gates will begin at the earlier time of 1.30pm to allow people to get a drink or something to eat before the opening pageant at 2.15pm. This year there will be a photography competition, open to everyone. The photograph, which can be colour or black and white, must be printed and be a maximum size of 200mm x 200mm. It must be your own work and taken within the last two years. There are six categories - Happy, Bitton Scenes, Mad Moment, Architecture, Animals/Wildlifeand Food. There are two sections, one for adults (£1 entry fee per picture) and one for juniors (under-16s) for which the entry fee is 50p per photo. Entries must be supplied with the fee, your name, contact number and date the photo was taken. Entries can be either be sent to 2 Ceres Close, Longwell Green, BS30 9AR (by 6.30pm on Friday September 6) or to St Mary's Church between 4.30pm and 6.30pm on that Friday. As usual on the Glebe Field there will be a dog show as well as stalls, games, a licensed bar and barbecue, egg throwing competition and raffle, plus a Pimm’s tent if the weather is good. There will also be a Punch & Judy show and music from Oldland Brass. The church will be open serving teas and cakes and at Church Farm there will be cream teas and music by the Jazzbeans.
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Masters Church plan takes step forward The site, regarded as the birthplace of the Methodist movement, has had an uncertain future, dogged by complex planning and ownership issues. The Tabernacle, which is on Historic England’s Heritage At Risk Register, is now owned by a trust which is seeking funds in order to preserve the historically significant building and turn it into community use. The trust recently funded display boards alongside the Tabernacle in Park Road which tell of the building's rich past. WECA funding, through its Love Our High Streets project, will pay for a scheme of stabilisation to protect the Tabernacle while a bid for further cash is considered through the government’s Future High Streets Fund. Kingswood MP Chris Skidmore said: “The Whitfield Tabernacle site is the historic jewel in Kingswood’s crown and is of huge international
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MP Chris welcomes birth centre reopening HEALTH minister and Kingswood MP Chris Skidmore has welcomed the announcement that Cossham Birth Centre will reopen in the autumn. As reported in last month's Voice, North Bristol NHS Trust now say that sufficient experienced midwives will be available to re-open the centre under an “open on arrival” model, as well as the associated homebirth service from October 21. Since the closure last autumn, Chris has visited Cossham Hospital and has pressed to local health bosses the importance of the centre’s reopening as soon as possible. The trust had told the MP that the decision to temporarily close the centre was taken due to the unprecedented high number of women needing induction of labour at Southmead Hospital's maternity unit. The closure has seen patients and women in labour being diverted to the midwife-led unit
Chris visited Cossham Hospital to speak to health chiefs after the temporary closure of the birth centre was announced last year at Southmead Hospital, in an effort by the Hospital Trust to maximise their midwifery Chris said: “I am delighted that the fantastic birth centre will be reopening in the autumn.
Having pressed local NHS chiefs to reverse the closure, I’m pleased that the midwife recruitment drive has been successful and families can be assured of the highest standards
of care. “I’ve appreciated speaking first hand to NHS professionals at Cossham. When it comes to the safety of new born babies' lives, it is absolutely crucial that we ensure appropriate staffing levels are in place and don't play party politics with decisions that are needed and necessary. As a father and MP I am encouraged the Trust has been focusing on ensuring the safety of local women and babies in their care. “Cossham is a local treasure. Many of my family were born here, the hospital inspired my mother to become a NHS nurse, and I recently used the maternity facilities in the aftercare of my son Henry." North Bristol NHS Trust has among the best neonatal outcomes in the country, with an average of 6,300 births a year, which includes around 350 births at Cossham Birth Centre and approximately 700 births at Mendip Birth Centre at Southmead Hospital.
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High value bikes stolen from Willsbridge POLICE are looking for four high-value bikes after they were stolen from a home in Willsbridge. The custom-built mountain bikes were taken from an outdoor building in the rear garden of the property. The bikes are: • a Transition mountain bike (Sentinel model) with hunt wheels, ETR brakes, orange coloured Fox front suspension, black coloured Fox rear suspension and Deity upgrades including handlebars, stem and saddle. • a Santa Cruz mountain bike (V10 model) with full carbon fibre frame (with damage to frame on a rear swing arm which has been professionally repaired), Fox suspension with orange detail and Deity upgrades. • an Orange mountain bike (Alpine 6), with black Fox front
and rear suspension, Renthal handlebars and grips plus red DMR pedals. • A Trek ladies baby blue coloured mountain bike (Remedy 7) with Rockshox
front and rear suspension, Renthal handlebars and stems, Ergon saddle Police are appealing to cycle dealers, second hand shops and cycling clubs to be vigilant and
contact them if approached and offered the specialist machines. Anyone with information should call 101 and quote reference 5219182727.
Teenagers arrested in thefts investigation THREE teenage boys have been arrested after a number of bicycle thefts and burglaries. A 15-year-old and a 17-yearold, both from St George, and a 16-year-old from Staple Hill were arrested on suspicion of seven counts of burglary and one count of theft. The 15-year-old and 16-yearold boys were also arrested on suspicion of possession of Class B drugs. The arrests – made on Saturday August 10 – come
after an appeal was issued to help locate the owners of the suspected stolen bicycles resulting in owners from Bath, Downend, Hanham, Nailsea, Portishead, Clifton and St George all identifying their bikes. The three boys have been released under investigation and enquiries are still ongoing, reference 5219176642. Officers are currently in the process of the reuniting the stolen bicycles with their original owners.
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Encouraging results at Hanham Woods FOLLOWING significantly improved results last year, this year’s Year 11 students at Hanham Woods Academy have produced another set of encouraging results. Around a third of students gained grades 9-5 in both maths and English. Improvements were seen in maths, chemistry, geography and in vocational subjects such as BTEC
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health and social care and BTEC sport. Principal Steve Kneller said: “I am delighted for the students who have been rewarded for their effort and dedication. These results will allow them to access the next steps of their educational journey. I would also like to thank the staff for their hard work and for the ongoing support of parents and carers.”
Among the top performing students were: Zoe Chen Phillips 9, 8, 8, 7, 7, 7, 7, 7, 6 Isobella Chick 9, 9, 9, 9, 8, 7, 7, 7, 6 Mykenzie Davies 9, 9, 8, 8, 7, 7, 7, 7, 7 Isabelle Hempstead 8, 8, 7, 7, 7, 7, 6, 6, Level 2 Distinction* Shelbie Parker-Smith 9, 9, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 7, 6 Ben Snape-Johnson 8, 8, 8, 7, ,7, 7, 6, 6 Brandon Yuseri 8, 8, 7, 7, 6, 6, 6, Level 2 Distinction Thomas Nichols 8, 8, 7, 7, 7, 7, 6, 6, 6
n MORE than 660 students picked up their A-level and Btec results at St Brendan's Sixth Form College. Forty two students were awarded A*s or A grades in all of their subjects. Principal Michael Jaffrain, said: “We have had an excellent set of results at A-level, which was particularly impressive in view of the new tougher linear curriculum and the personal barriers some of our students have had to overcome this academic year. "Our Applied General results have also been outstanding. I wish all of our students who will be leaving us the very best for the future.” St Brendan’s students have secured places on some of the country’s most competitive university courses, including four to Oxbridge. Other students are taking a gap year or moving on to apprenticeships with employers including Burges Salmon, Lyons Davidson, Deloitte, Rolls Royce, KPMG and Babcock.
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I got a 9 in maths – I'm so happy! I was expecting a 7 so I can't take it in, it's amazing. I'm going to St Brendan's to do maths, computer science and history.
I did all right but I didn't pass English literature as I was ill and had a really bad exam. Luckily I don't need it to study at Boomsatsuma where I'm going to take media.
I feel really good about my results. I put in so much revision and did at least 20 maths papers. I'm going to take A-levels in maths, further maths, physics and engineering at St Brendan's.
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My results included four 9s – I was aiming high but I wasn't expecting to do so well. I'm going to study drama and theatre, dance and geography at St Brendan's, I really want to be on the stage.
I feel amazing! I did so much better than I thought. I worked hard and did lots of revising. I'd like to go into finance so will take A-levels in IT, business and economics at St Brendan's.
I did really well – I'm really proud. I got two 9s, two 8s and five 7s and will be going to St Mary Redcliffe sixth form. I'm going partying to celebrate.
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STUDENTS in Kingswood have been celebrating their GCSE results. At John Cabot Academy, 70 per cent achieved a grade 4 or above in English and maths with 43 per cent gaining a grade 5 in both subjects. Kate Willis, associate principal, said: “I am incredibly proud of our students for their excellent exam results. They have been rewarded for their hard work and the maturity with which they approached their exams.I want to thank all the teachers and staff that have supported and guided them so ably to enable our students to reach their potential, and thank parents and carers for their support.” At King’s Oak Academy, 52 per cent of students gained English and maths at 9-4 and 33 per cent achieved English and maths at 9-5. Jenna Hale, Libby Carter, Razvir Khan and Mason Macrae all gained the highest GCSE grades across their subjects. Other students who scored 9s included Tim Williams in design and technology, Jenna Hale in maths, Sofia Kamgang in French and Razvir Khan in both chemistry and physics. Principal Richard Clutterbuck said: “Thank you to all students, staff and parents for their hard work in getting our King’s Oak students to the end of their GCSEs and ensuring that they are ready to move on to the next steps in the education.”
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IKB Academy students keep SBL: We're so proud of up strong record for STEM fantastic achievements STUDENTS from IKB Academy in Keynsham are off to a variety of universities and degree apprenticeships this month after successful A-level and Btec results. The school, which opened four years ago and has a specialism in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM), saw excellent outcomes in those subjects for a third successive year. A quarter of all A-level results were at grade B and above and an impressive 63 per cent of all Level 3 Engineering grades were at Distinction and Distinction*. The school saw a 100 per cent pass rate in computer science, biology, chemistry, design and engineering subjects. Principal Danny Wilkinson said: “ For us at IKB the results are of course important, but what’s more important are the opportunities and destinations that are made possible because of these results, so many of our students are able to follow their
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dreams. This is what makes it all worthwhile." One notable student is Bridie Bates, who is off to Derby University to study motor sport engineering. Bridie, who joined IKB in 2015 as the only girl in Year 10, had a passion for motor sport that began by watching Formula 1 with her Dad. Mr Wilkinson said: “Bridie joined IKB when we opened in 2015. Bridie had the resolve and foresight to recognise IKB as the place she needed to be to follow her lifetime dream of a career in the motor sport industry. We will miss Bridie at IKB but look forward to following what will be a hugely successful career.” Other students are also beginning degree apprenticeships, for example with Rolls Royce and Dyson. Mr Wilkinson said: "As a small Sixth Form we get to know our students and wish them all every success in the future." For a third year running the results have been positive for the STEM area of specialism for the school. Forty per cent of all grades in STEM subjects were at a grade 6/B or above and students excelled in Engineering where over 40 per cent of the grades were Distinction or Distinction* equating to A/A* . A successful cohort studied an additional GCSE in further maths and many gained at least a B grade in this subject. A special mention goes to Jack, Ewan, Lizz, Harriet, Tom, Nathan and Triada who each achieved 6 or more grade 7s (A grades) and above.
WELLSWAY School is celebrating extremely strong results at both A-level and GCSE. More than a fifth of all A-level grades were at A* or A and 10 per cent of candidates securing 3 A* or A grades. All students who completed the Extended Project Qualification achieved A*-B. Principal Matthew Woodville said "We are extremely proud of the year group and of their achievements. These results mean that this talented group of young people will go on to pursue their ambitions in the
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SBL Academy is celebrating significantly improved results in a number of GCSE subjects including English and maths. The academy has seen a rise in the Basics measure, for English and Maths results, where the proportion of students achieving grades 4-9 has risen by 13 percentage points and grades 5-9 by 10 percentage points. Maths results have significantly improved with over 80 per cent of students achieving at least a 4 and almost 50 per cent a 5. In English, over 80 per cent of students achieved a 4, with 58 per cent a 5 or higher. Results in all other subject areas have improved, which will enable more students to gain places in the Wellsway Multi Academy Trust Post-16 collaboration. There has been a rise in students achieving 7 and higher across all subject areas. Principal Dean Anderson said: ‘I am extremely proud of the way this cohort of students approached their examinations and it is great to see their hard work has paid off. "There have been a number
Wellsway wonders work place, at universities and colleges, or in apprenticeships and other training courses. We wish them every success for the future.” "I would like to take this opportunity to formally acknowledge the focus and determination shown by the Year 13 students to their studies and congratulate them on their success. These excellent results are thanks to the hard work and
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of significant changes at SBL in the last couple of years, all geared towards providing an educational environment our students can thrive in. The school has also seen some outstanding A-level and vocational results. Mr Anderson said: "We are very pleased to see that the number of students achieving the highest grades at A-level has increased considerably and that results in vocational qualifications showed a 100 per cent pass rate, with many students achieving the top grade. "We are very proud of students who have achieved outstanding results and who are going on to attend prestigious universities. Particular congratulations go to Jasmin Leaworthy, who achieved four A* grades and will be studying at Exeter University, and Emily Godfrey, who gained three A grades and a Distinction and will be studying at Bath University. A number of students will move on to university, apprenticeships and employment in order to take the next steps in their lives."
commitment shown by staff at Wellsway School and across the Wellsway MultiAcademy Trust’s Collaborative Post-16 Provision." At GCSE, the school saw a rise in the percentage of GCSE or equivalent entries graded at 7 or better, while the Basics measure for Grade 5+ in English and mathematics has remained steady at close to 60 per cent and over three quarters of students gained five or more good passes including English and maths.
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Digitech's show of Distinction THE leader of South Gloucestershire Council Toby Savage and the portfolio holder for education, Erica Williams, dropped into Digitech Studio School to congratulate students on their amazing exam results. Digitech Studio School Bristol, in collaboration with Boomsatsuma, delivers Level 3 Diploma qualifications in Media, Art and Design, Professional Acting, Business and Information Technology. Eighty three students took their Diplomas with Digitech this year and they are thrilled that the average grade was a Distinction: testament to the hard work and dedication of students and staff, supported by their families. Lis Jolley, principal of Digitech Studio School, said: “We wish students all the best as they move on to employment, further education or training in creative, digital and high tech sectors. I am thrilled that so many students are going on to university or taking up apprenticeships related to the diplomas
South Gloucestershire Council leader Toby Savage with CLF CEO Steve Taylor, Digitech principal Lis Jolley, executive principal Sally Apps, Erica Williams and students they have studied with us.” At the 2019 GCSEs, Digitech saw 61 per cent of students secure passes in English and 53 per cent in maths. Individual successes included Karol Leja with six grade 9s and Hazel Campbell with four grade 9s. Steve Taylor CEO of the Federation said, “Well done to all of our Digitech students
for realising their considerable potential. It’s great to see how the Studio School model can work so well to prepare students for work and study in these sectors that are so important to the economy in the South West and beyond.” Digitech still has places for September 2019. You can visit the school's website for more information.
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Good year for Broadlands BROADLANDS Academy is celebrating another good year of GCSE results. The school saw strong results in science, with for the first time over a quarter of students studying the more challenging triple science qualification. Maths results were also excellent, up 10 percentage points from 2018. Principal James Hall said: “Despite our rapid growth in student numbers, Broadlands continues to be a small school. This enables all staff to support and challenge every student to be remarkable. Broadlands has strength in depth within the curriculum it offers and has an excellent reputation in supporting the transition from primary to secondary.” For the academic year ahead, Broadlands has enriched the curriculum offer to include Performing Arts, alongside the Art and Music GCSEs it already offers. This will complement
the academic and vocational subjects on offer, including Child Development and Health and Social Care, in which the students benefit from being able to learn within the academy’s own nursery (Broadlands Bears).
The academy is also transforming four new computer rooms and significantly increasing the number of new computers available to students to far exceed the national average.
BRISTOL Mayor Marvin Rees has reminded all young people who have received exam results that there are many opportunities open to them. Mr Rees said: “Creating a city of hope where everyone has the chance to succeed is our vision for Bristol. There is a wide choice of high quality apprenticeships, entry-level jobs as well as university and college places on offer.” For apprenticeship opportunities go to: www. apprenticeships.gov.uk/ apprentice/what-is-anapprenticeship and as part of the #FireItUp campaign. The next Department for Work and Pensions and Bristol City Council Jobs Fair will be held on 18 September at Horfield Jobcentre. Further information is available on the Post 16 website www.P16P.co.uk .
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New way for South Glos residents to improve health and wellbeing PEOPLE in South Gloucestershire have a new and easy first point of contact for improving their health and wellbeing, through One You South Gloucestershire. The One You South Gloucestershire website provides up to date tips and apps to help individuals make simple changes to improve overall health and wellbeing including reducing alcohol intake and managing stress. There is also a quit smoking service, guidance on healthy eating and practical advice on how to work towards a healthy weight. This service can be accessed online with a helpline open during office hours where a trained health advisor can help. Visit the website today at oneyou.southglos.gov.uk or call on 01454 865337. Cllr Ben Stokes, Cabinet Member for Adult and Public Health, said: “We have been offering many of these services for a few years, but this is the first time we have pulled them into a single resource allowing people to access information for themselves or speak to an adviser if they wish. We recognise that many health conditions are linked such as low physical activity and poor mental health, so by bringing these services together we can support our residents to make multiple and long lasting changes to improve their health.” Insert quote from an individual currently using the service if possible One You South Gloucestershire is a free service for all adults over the age of 18 who are a South Gloucestershire resident or registered with a GP practice in South Gloucestershire. This service is managed by South Gloucestershire Council and partners (including GP surgeries, pharmacies and Southern Brooks Community Partnerships) and is funded by South Gloucestershire Council and the Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Clinical Commissioning Group (BNSSG CCG). Helen Venning from Hanham, said: “I’ve been going to the Five Ways to Wellbeing workshops, the support and advice they have provided has been really helpful. Attending the workshops has got me out and about, making me feel less isolated and more independent. They have also given me helpful tips on my diet and I found out about a local singing group which I have joined. This has further boosted my confidence and I’ve made new friends.” For more information see oneyou.southglos.gov.uk
Jessie May day out FAMILIES with children suffering from life-limiting illnesses took over Avon Valley Adventure & Wildlife Park for a fun-packed day organised by Kingswood-based children’s charity Jessie May. A total of 35 families were given complimentary passes to have free roam of the park and its attractions. Chris Roys, chief executive at Jessie May, said: “The annual family fun day is a key event in the Jessie May calendar where all of our families have the chance to come together and experience something out of the normal day-to-day. “To be able to hold it at Avon Valley Adventure & Wildlife Park again this year meant that we could offer our families a day of funfilled variety, distracting them from the stresses and worries that they have in their lives, and we are so thankful to everyone involved whose hard work made it our best event yet.” Avon Valley CEO Doug Douglas said: “Jessie May is a charity that we are proud to have a long-standing relationship with, and who we love to continue to support and work with. We hope that the family fun day helped to put smiles on the faces of the children, and that all the families were able to take away some precious memories.” A number of specialist provisions were put in to place to make sure the day ran as smoothly as possible for families, including the appearance of a mobile accessible toilet. The charity’s nurses provide vital respite care and emotional support to local families caring for a terminally ill child, as well as end of life care and bereavement support for up to five years after a child has died.
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Take a trip to battlefields PLACES are still available for a four-day trip to the battlefields of the Western Front later this month to follow in the footsteps of the area’s soldiers who fought and died in the trenches. Led by two local First World War historians, the group will leave from Bristol and will be looking at what was happening 100 years ago in the immediate aftermath of the war in Flanders. Those on the trip will also be able to tap into the expertise of Bristol author and researcher Clive Burlton and TV military historian Jeremy Banning, to help trace their own ancestors and family stories. The tour, which sets off on September 27 and returns on September 30, is the fourth to be organised from the region. Information can be obtained by calling on 07918 071008 or email clive@bristolbooks.org
New area dean for Kingswood A NEW area dean for Kingswood and South Gloucestershire has been appointed. Jeremy Andrew will take up the role following the announcement by the Bishop of Bristol, Rt Revd Vivienne Faull. Jeremy has the been vicar in Warmley, Bitton and Syston since 2014 and before that was the vicar of four rural churches in the Diocese of Truro whilst also being the Diocesan Director of Ordinands. Over the last eight months, he has been working as the advisor for Ministry Development and continued to be an assistant director of Ordinands. Jeremy grew up in Bristol and went to St Mary Redcliffe School. He went on to complete an engineering apprenticeship, first with Yate Foundry Ltd and then British Aerospace Plc. After theological college in Durham, Jeremy served his curacy in
Newquay in Cornwall and his first incumbency in Perranporth, just along the coast. Jeremy is married to Rachel and they have two daughters, a son and a granddaughter. Jeremy said: “I am pleased and excited to be invited to serve the church as area dean for Kingswood and South Gloucestershire and I look forward to supporting and encouraging our deanery clergy and churches in ministry and mission together.” There are seven deaneries in the Diocese of Bristol. Area deans play a key role in helping resource parishes as they implement the diocesan vision and priorities, as well as reporting to the Bishop on any significant matters arising from their churches. Bishop Viv said: “I am delighted to appoint Jeremy as area dean of Kingswood and
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£1.16m will help tackle violence POLICE and Crime Commissioner Sue Mountstevens has been awarded £1.16m to introduce Violence Reduction Units (VRUs) across Avon and Somerset to tackle serious violence. It follows a proposal put together by a range of agencies after the announcement by the Home Office in June, which saw £35m provisionally allocated to PCCs in 18 police areas as part of the government’s Serious Violence Strategy. The VRUs, which will be set up in South Gloucestershire, Bristol, North Somerset, Bath and North East Somerset and Somerset, will bring together different organisations including the police, local government, education, health, community leaders and other key partners to tackle violent crime by understanding its root causes. Funding will also be allocated for prevention and early intervention. PCC Sue Mountstevens said: “This additional funding to go towards establishing VRUs is an important step as part of longer term work to reduce the harm being caused by serious violence. Concerns quite rightly have been
growing across the country as we hear of more tragic instances of lives being lost and, in particular, young people both committing and coming to harm. “With this in mind, the VRUs will be tasked with identifying the drivers of serious violence and we will work in collaboration with our partners to develop a co-ordinated response to tackle them. "What is so important about this initiative is that it bring a wide range of agencies together – I am clear that the police cannot solve this problem alone. We need to ensure that together we are capitalising on opportunities to identify vulnerability and intervene early to prevent the harm that violence causes to individuals, communities and society as a whole.” Policing Minister Kit Malthouse said: “To beat knife crime we must do two things: first we need assertive, high profile police enforcement and second, we need a coordinated approach to the long term solutions to violence in society, especially amongst the young. These new units should help us get results on both.”
Children stay fit and fed in school holidays YOUNG people from low-income families in Cadbury Heath are among those who benefited from a school summer holiday scheme to keep them healthy. South Gloucestershire Council ran programmes across the district to provide 5 to 13-year-olds with free, healthy food and physical activities, including football, den building and team games. They were hosted at various locations across South Gloucestershire following a successful launch last year. Juice Community Project ran ‘Fit and Fed’ at Cadbury Heath, Barley Close and Staple Hill for 10 to 13-year-olds and Southern Brooks Community Partnerships hosted ‘Kick Start’ for 5 to 9-yearolds in Almondsbury. The authority also provided packed lunches for a summer school held at Kingswood Library every Monday throughout the holidays that helps children with their reading. Cabinet member for Adult and Public Health, Cllr Ben Stokes, said: “The holidays can be a tough time for some families as they need to provide more food than during term time as well as managing activities and child care. Programmes such as these can really help to relieve the pressure, whilst ensuring that children receive a balanced meal and enjoy some physical activities.” South Gloucestershire Council’s contribution is funded by its public health inequalities budget and health inequalities grants.
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AS the summer holidays come to an end, I wanted to use this month’s column to say a personal and huge ‘well done!’ to all of the volunteers, traders and members of the community who made the Hanham High Street Summer Fair such a success this year. As a local man and with my constituency office on the High Street, I naturally am delighted to see local, community-led events like the fair go ahead, and I am always more than happy to offer the use of my office as a Lost Child Point and for the organisation of stewards. Members of my office staff had a terrific time helping out on the day and the event – complete
with many varied stalls, a brass band and many wonderful attractions for the children - was a resounding success. I’d like to give a huge thank you to all of those who gave their time to help the Fair take place and to the people of Hanham Community and Trading Partnership for organising the day. Since I’ve been the local MP over the past 10 years, I know that the NHS is one of the most important issues for local people. Since the last Labour government closed Frenchay and threatened Cossham, we’ve seen Cossham receive a £21m upgrade, and new GP buildings such as at Beaufort Road in Emersons Green. Last
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ITH the school holidays over, I’ve been reflecting on the exceptionally busy summer we’ve experienced. From the Extinction Rebellion protests that caused traffic mayhem in and around Bristol to wonderful events including Glastonbury, Pride and the Harbourside Festival, the police have worked really hard the last few months to keep our communities safe. I know officers will always go above and beyond to support such events and I want to say thank you to all those individuals and teams who have been involved for your hard work. I’m sure you would have also heard about our new Prime Minister’s promise to recruit 20,000 more police officers to make our streets safer. This is a commitment that I very much welcome. We’ve had to deal
with years of funding cuts and had to make £78 million worth of savings, all while protecting officer numbers wherever possible and dealing with increasingly more complex and serious crime. If the Prime Minister keeps his promise, it will ease the pressure on officers and teams in our area as well as improving outcomes for victims. Local people often say to me that they want to see more officers in their villages, towns and cities and an increase in numbers would reassure our communities and keep our streets feeling safe. Avon and Somerset Police is in a great position in terms of learning and development opportunities for new recruits, especially with the launch of the Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA). Accredited by the College of
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n WHAT’S ON IN OUR AREA Tuesday September 3
n Chocolate Dinosaurs - Learn how Chocolate is made, with reference to J.S Frys presented by Hugh & Mike, Park Centre, High St, Kingswood Bristol. Meeting starts at 7.30 pm ends at 9.30pm. £2.50p includes Tea/ Coffee and Biscuits.n Annual 'Railwayana' Valuation Day, 10am4pm, Avon Valley Railway, Bitton. Bring your railway memorabilia to find out it's worth anything. Wednesday September 11 n Gardening group for anyone who would like to improve the appearance of Southey Park, meet new friends and learn new skills. Meet 6.30pm outside the football club at the park. New Cheltenham Road, Kingswood BS15 1TN.
Sunday September 8
n Annual 'Railwayana' Valuation Day, 10am-4pm, Avon Valley Railway, Bitton. Bring your railway memorabilia to find out it's worth anything.
Wednesday September 18
n Monthly meeting of the Avon branch of the Western Front Association, 7.30pm, Kingswood Community Centre, High Street, Kingswood. Peter Insole, senior archaeological officer at Bristol City Council, will present a talk on the Remount Centre at Shirehampton. All are welcome, WFA members and non-members alike. £5 donation on the door to cover costs.
Thursday September 26
n Avon Organic Group invites local gardeners and growers to its Autumn Talks Programme “Growing Fruit Organically" with Tim Foster, local author & lecturer in organic growing. 7pm, The Station, Silver St, BS1 2AG. £5/£3.50
student/concession. FFI www. groworganicbristol.org
SPINE SAFE PILATES COURSE n 6 weeks n £42 n limited participants (prebooking required) n 30 minute classes www.gentlefitness.co.uk samantha@gentlefitness.co.uk Samantha 07736309272
Regular events Mondays
n Short Mat Bowls Group, Hanham Community Hall, Elbrow Suite, 10.30am-12.30pm. Cost £2.50 and HCC Membership. contact Jane 0117 967-4439 We have three mats each with two teams of four players, and we play ‘just for fun’ so come along and join in. Also Mon pm, Tues eve and Friday am. n Hanham WI (Afternoon) meets second Monday every month ar Hanham Community Centre from 1.30 to 3.30pm. New members always welcome. Tel Liz 0117-9611583 n New Pilates Classes. Tue 11.45-12.45 North Common Wed 11.30 – 12.30 Hanham Fri 9.30 – 10.30 Hanham.Please bring a mat. £36 for 6 week booking Contact Jenny 07784 271249. www.pilates4posture. co.uk
n Short Mat Bowls Group, Hanham Community Centre, Elbow Suite, 2-4pm, every Monday. Cost £2.50 and HCC membership. Please contact Jane on 0117 967-4439 n Zen 02 Fitness for all abilities 7.30pm, Longwell Green Community Centre. Trusted, proven, relaxing, fun, friendly. TRY FOR FREE!: Debi: 07807460856; email:fit@zen02.com; or www. zen02.com n “In stitches”, Hanham Community Centre, Ridgeway Room, 1-3pm, cost £2.50. Contact Sonja Sillay on 07841 610864 or email: sonja. sillay@blueyonder.co.uk We are a group who love to stitch! We make cross stitch, tat, knit, bobbin lace, crochet, embroider n Yoga For Men. Keynsham Baptist Church (next to Grounded). Mondays, 7 – 8pm. £8 per class with loyalty card available. All abilities welcome, especially any men that claim to be the most inflexible in the world! Friendly drop-in classes that focus on improving flexibility, developing balanced strength, increasing stamina and reducing stress. All equipment provided. See yogadad.co.uk. n Zumba Gold, 2-3pm, The Park, Centre, Kingswood, £4. n Bristol Community Cafe 12-3pm at Speedwell, Barton Hill Rugby Club, Duncome Lane, Speedwell BS15 1NR. Come along for a cuppa, a bite to eat and make new friends. Everyone welcome. Tel Gill 0117 9025779 n 9.30-11am, Parents and Toddlers, The Park Centre, Kingswood. £2.50 per session, includes fruit and a
Hanham Library What’s On Mondays 10:30-11:00 (except Bank holidays) FREE Bounce & Rhyme for babies and preschool children 10.30-12.00 Coffee Morning Tuesdays 10:30-11:00 am all year around FREE Story & Rhyme Time for preschool children 10.30-12.00 Coffee Morning 11:30-12:30 Adult Reading Group 1st Tuesday 11.30-12.30 Adult Reading Group 4th Tuesday Thursdays
3:45-5:00 FREE Adult Craft Group Every Saturday 10:00-12:00 Coffee Morning Saturday Monthly Events August 3rd and 31st FREE Lego Club (children 4+ with grown-up; free drop-in) 10:30-11:30 every 4 weeks August 10th FREE Bookwurms (KS3) 10:30-11:30 every 4 weeks Special Events August 1st Fizz Pops 2:00-3:00. FREE event for primary school children. Tickets required on Eventbrite.
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August 8th Space Explorers 2:00-3:00. FREE event for primary school children. Watch this space, Zoom in for astronaut crafts. August 15th Space Junk 2:003:00. FREE event for primary school Children. Let your imagination run wild-what will you create? August 22nd Space Crafts 2:00-3:00. FREE event for primary school Children. Let your imagination run wild-what will you create? August 29th Space Crafts 2:003:00. FREE event for primary school Children. Let your imagination run wild-what will
27 drink. n Kingswood Breastfeeding Group, Kingswood Children’s Centre, 10.30-12pm, every week. Peer Supporters available each week. Free tea and cake. Everybody welcome n Pilates class. Barrs Court School Longwell Green 6.00 to 7.00 pm main hall. £36 for 6 classes or pay per session. Spaces available. Please contact Jenny Greenslade 07784 271249. www. pilates4posture.co.uk n Kettlercise, 7-8pm, The Park, Centre, Kingswood, £5. n 1-4pm, friendly art group which meets at Warmley Community Centre. All abilities welcome, drink and biscuit included, £5 for 3 hours. For further details please contact Molly on 07890760879. n Seated Zumba Gold, 1-2pm, The Park, Centre, Kingswood, £4. n Zen 02 Fitness for all abilities 7.30pm, Longwell Green Community Centre. Trusted, proven, relaxing, fun. gets results. TRY FOR FREE: Debi: 07807460856; email:fit@zen02. com; or www.zen02.com
Tuesdays
n From August 20, Bristol Community Cafe, 12-3pm, North Common Village Hall, 16 Millers Drive, North Common, BS30 8YH n 50+ keep fit , 11am-noon, (something different every week) £4, KES Club (old legion building next to Lloyds bank on Kingswood High Street) www.gentlefitness. co.uk 07736 309272 n Hanham Abbots Parish Council, Hanham Hall, Monthly. n Craft Buddies, Hanham Community Centre, Wesley Room, 1.30pm-3.30pm, every week. Contact 0117 9674439. Do you have lots of craft items that you are not sure what to do with? Bring them along to our craft group,
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n WHAT’S ON you will be able to share ideas, get hints and tips, and make the most amazing things. n Chess Club, Hanham Community Centre, Somerset Room, 7.30pm10.30pm, cost £34 per annum plus HCC Membership. For more information please contact Phillip, 07855 290575, hanhamchess@ gmail.com or visit our website www.hanhamchess.btck.co.uk n Zest Tone Deaf Choir, Longwell Green UFC Church, Bath Rd, Term Time 10.30-12pm. Suitable for anyone who wants to join a fun happy community choir. Contact Mary 07954 170532 or visit www. zestchoirs.com. n Cadbury Heath Breastfeeding Group, Cadbury Heath Children’s Centre, 10-11.30am, every week. Supporters available each week. Come along for tea and cake and support. All welcome. n Grange badminton Club, John Cabot Academy. 7-9pm. Friendly play badminton club. Age 18 years upwards. new members welcome. Phone Mike on 07785 375713. n Carers Support Group (run by Carers Support Centre) Hanham Community Centre First Tuesday of every month, 1.303.30pm. For further info contact Natalie 07762 288112 n 10am-noon, Arts and Crafts, The Park Centre, Kingswood. £4 per session includes teas/coffee and biscuits. Bring your own materials. Help at hand should you need it. n 12-2pm, Friendship Club on the first and third Wednesday of every month. Community Cafe, The Park Centre, Kingswood. From £3.80 per meal with free tea, coffee and biscuits. Places must be booked in advance. Call 01454 862190. n Pilates classes suitable for all ages and abilities, Longwell Green United Church 6.45pm7.40pm and 8pm-8.55pm, FREE 15 min introduction for beginners before the class starts, All mats and equipment are supplied. To book call : John 07837302678 Or visit jehfitness. co.uk (other classes available) n Brushstrokes Art Club, Hanham Community Centre, Avon Room, 10 – 12 am. Cost £8 per month. All standards welcome from beginners onwards. Come along for a free session. Contact Elaine 07971015848 n Tuesday Club at Longwell Green Community Centre 1.45pm to 3.45pm. Entertainment, meals,outings Contact Pauline 01179 322553
Wednesdays
n Leisure Art Club, Hanham Community Centre, Avon Room, 1:45 – 3:45 pm. Cost £8 per month. Everyone welcome whatever standard. Help given if needed Come along for a Free Session. Contact Elaine 0797101584. n 2-4pm Carers Support Group, The Park Centre, Kingswood, second Wednesday of the month. n Yoga, 9.15-11.45am, The Park, Centre, Kingswood, £5. n Tai Chi, 2.30-3.30pm, The Park, Centre, Kingswood, £5. n Yoga, 6.30-8pm, The Park, Centre, Kingswood, £5. n Over 50s - Light & Easy Aerobics, Hanham Community Centre, Elbrow Suite, 10-11am. Please contact Jenny Greenslade on 0117 9613327 or email greensladejenny@yahoo.com. Light and easy aerobics for +50’s or the less fit. Mats provided but please bring a drink of water. n Hanham History, Hanham Community Centre, Wessex Suite, 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month, 2-4pm. Contact Roy Crew on 07813827822 or email hanhamhistory@gmail.com n Flower Club, Hanham Community Centre, Ridgeway Room, 1.15-3.15pm. Contact Ann Reed on 01179374157 or Shelagh on 01179679255. Flower arranging classes for all ages and abilities. n Hanham Players - Drama Club, Hanham Community Centre, Elbrow Suite, 7.30-10pm. Cost £12 per year and HCC membership. Contact Ria 07500 017318. n Bridge Club, Hanham, Community Centre, Avon room, 7:15-10:15pm. Contact Graham 07790491564 or email: Carolinej356@gmail.com. Very friendly & relaxed club, but some knowledge of playing Bridge required. n Pilates class Avon Room. Hanham Community Centre 11.30.to 12.30 Classes £36. for 6 sessions.or pay per class. Spaces available. Please contact Jenny Greenslade 07784271249 www.pilates4posture.co.uk n Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), United Church, Bath Road, Longwell Green, 8pm-9pm, Contact: Bill 07799628252 or visit alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk n Bingo at Hanham Community Centre, 7pm start for 7.30pm Eyes Down. Suitable for all ages and abilities, just bring a pen. For more information call 0117 9674439 n 8-9.15pm, Fitness class with Sarah every Wednesday at Longwell Green Primary School. Everyone welcome. For more
information, contact sarah. buscemi123@gmail.com n Hanham Photographic Society meet at Hanham Methodist Church every Wednesday 7.309.30pm New members welcome experienced or beginner. Visit hanhamphoto.org.uk. n Longwell Green Probus Club for retired and semi-retired men meet on 1st and 3rd Wednesday each month in the Community Centre in Shellards Road. Many events arranged throughout the year for members and partners including holidays, outings, meals etc. New members always welcome. For more details contact David on 0117 9670859 or email him at joandavid. mansfield@googlemail.com
Thursdays
n Stand Up, Reach Out, Longwell Green Community Centre, 14.00 – 16.00, £3.00 per session. Please call for more details on 0117 932 3722 n Coffee Morning, Hanham Community Centre, Coffee Lounge, 10am -11am, cost 50p for coffee and biscuit. Contact Shirley on 07879 458899. Pop in for a friendly chat; as well as coffee and a Biscuit. n Young at Heart, Hanham Community Centre, Elbrow Room, 1.30pm-3.30pm, cost £3 per week. Contact the centre office on 01179674439. Come along for a cup of tea, a piece of cake and an afternoon of entertainment. Contact the office for more details. n Hanham Art Club, Hanham Community Centre, Avon Room, 7pm-9pm, contact Sue Palmer on 07837578141 n Pins and needles, Hanham Community Centre, Wesley Room, 7.30pm-10pm every 3rd Thursday of the month. Cost £15 per quarter. Contact Linda on 0117 940 0232. Hints and tips on machine knitting. n Hanham Tennis Club Adult Play - Tuesday & Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Monday, Wednesday & Friday mornings, 9.30am - 11 am Beginners session coaching Wednesday 7-8pm Junior coaching -Tuesday & Wednesday 4pm - 7pm New players welcome. Fully qualified LTA coaching. See website for details www. hanhamtennisclub.co.uk n Jumpfit, 7pm, The Park, Centre, Kingswood, £6. The class on March 28 will start at later time of 7.30pm. n Bouncing Bobbins, Hanham Community Centre, Wesley Room,
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2nd Thursday of the month, cost £25 per annum, contact Kathy Smart on 01179477839 or email kcs1@sky.com. n Black Sheep Harmony A Cappella Chorus, Cadbury Heath Hall School, 7.30-10pm. Always looking for female singers who can hold a tune. Ordinary people singing extraordinarily. Contact Noey on 07899 088180 or visit www. blacksheepharmony.com n 7-9pm Kingswood Choir at United Church Kingswood, Regent Street, all abilities welcome. Patsy Holdsworth 0117 907 8994 n Spaces available for Beavers, Wolf Cubs and Scouts - boys and girls aged 5 years and six months up to adults for skills, friendships and adventures, Church of Ascension, Hollyguest Rd, Hanham. Contact Sarah on 0771 8092119 or email kingswoodbpscouts@yahoo. co.uk n Ukulele Bens Toddler Time, Longwell Green Community Centre, 11.00 – 11.30, £2.00 per family. Please call for more details on 0117 932 3722 n Hanham Ladies Choir would welcome new members. We rehearse at Hanham United Reformed Church, Tabernacle Road, Hanham, from 2–3:30 pm, then tea. Contact 07971015848. n Bristol Community Cafe 12-3pm at Kingswood Community Centre (KCA), High Street, KIngswood BS15 4AB. Come along for a cuppa, a bite to eat and make new friends. Everyone welcome. Tel Gill 0117 9025779 n Hanham Breastfeeding Support Group, 1-2.30pm, Hanham Baptist Church (hall). Starts on June 6. All welcome for feeding support, friendship and refreshments. n Tots at the Green, Longwell Green Community Centre, (term time only) 9.30 – 11.00, £3.00 per family. Please call for more details on 0117 932 3722 n Hanham Ladies Choir is looking for new members to sing on a Thursday afternoon from 2-4pm (tea included). We rehearse at the United Reformed Church in Tabernacle Road, Hanham. No audition required, and we would love to see you. Contact Elaine 07971 015848.
Fridays
n Short Mat Bowls Group, Hanham Community Centre, Elbrow Suite, 10.30am-12.30pm. £2.50 per person and contact Jane. Contact Sheena on 01179674439. n Exercise & Social for Seniors. The Park Centre, Kingswood. Improve your strength, balance, posture and flexibility. £5. Contact Adam
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n HANHAM LOCAL HISTORY on 07875 503586 to register your interest. n Pilates classes suitable for all ages and abilities, Longwell Green United Church 10am10.55am and 11.15am-12.10pm, FREE 15 min introduction for beginners before the class starts, All mats and equipment are supplied. To book call : John 07837302678 Or visit jehfitness. co.uk (other classes available) n Crofts End Silver Band We are a small friendly brass band who meet in Hanham Tabernacle every Friday evening 7.30-9.00pm Contact: Denise 07944 887979 n Pilates class Avon Room. Hanham Community Centre 9.30.to 10.30 Classes £36.for 6 sessions.or pay per class. spaces availablePlease contact Jenny Greenslade 07784271249 www. pilates4posture.co.uk n Longwell Green WI meet on the third Friday of the month at 7.30 in the Ellacombe Room at Longwell Green Community Centre
email at longwellwi@gmail.com or telephone 0117 9864782.' n Quiz, Longwell Green Community Centre, Last Friday of each month 20.00 – 23.00, £1.00 per person. 0117 932 3722
Saturdays
n Senior Football: Longwell Green Sports, Longwell Green Community Centre, 3pm. n Bars @ The Green open from noon -10.30pm, Longwell Green Community Centre n Lounge Bar, Hanham Community Centre, 7.30PM-11.30PM, cost HCC membership. Contact Sheena on 0117 967 4439. n What If Minis, Orchard Rooms St Annes Church, 10am-12. Find us on facebook or contact 07837181863.
Sundays
n Lounge Bar, Hanham Community Centre, 12pm-2pm, cost HCC membership. Contact Jane on 0117 967 4439.
Handprints, parent baby and toddler group
Monday - Friday. 10am-12. United church, 83 Bath Road, Longwell Green BS30 9DF (opposite Aldi) Contact Cally tel 07436214051. Email handprintslongwellgreen@ yahoo.com. F: www.facebook. com/HandprintsBristol/ or www. handprintslongwellgreen.co.uk
Volunteers needed FIRST aid volunteers are needed to help cover a wide range of events in Bristol and Bath - from rugby and running, to festivals and fetes. St John Ambulance is looking to add to its current team of volunteers in order to keep up with the number of events held in the two cities. Craig Wilkins, St John area manager, said: “The charity’s East Bristol unit needs to expand from its current group of 15 volunteers to cover St John’s commitments across a huge part of the city. “Though our team meets in Warmley, we cover a huge patch, encompassing events in Kingswood, Keynsham, Hanham, Longwell Green, Downend, Kingswood, Emersons Green and the new Lyde Green estate – new volunteers are welcome from across the area. “Our Bath team of 20 volunteers provides first aid cover at regular events like rugby fixtures and performances at the Theatre Royal, plus lots of other occasions, including Somerset’s carnivals and the city’s half marathon. “If it’s happening in Bath, we want to be there to support the community; it’s such a vibrant and active city that we need more volunteers to help us keep up with the number of events held locally. “Both the City of Bath and East Bristol teams meet in modern headquarters premises with training facilities and garage facilities for our vehicles. “The units include everyone from first aiders with less than six months’ experience to ambulance crew members with over 20 years in St John, and our volunteers come from all walks of life. Everyone is made very welcome.” An advert has gone live on the health charity’s website (www.sja. org.uk) where you can find out more. For more information on St John Ambulance, including how to make a donation and details of training for the public, schools and businesses, visit www.sja.org.uk or call 08700 10 49 50.
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THE STORY of Hanham from Roman times to the present will be the next in the 2019 season of talks at Kingswood Heritage Museum. The extensively illustrated talk will be presented by Roger Windsor and Roy Crew, who are leading members of Hanham Local History Society. They will include tales of the area's residents, and cover the rise and fall of local businesses, as well as the history of what Roger calls “the jewel in the crown” - Hanham Court. The photograph here of the Court is taken from a 1920 sales brochure. The talk takes place at the museum on Monday September 9 at 7.30pm. An entry fee of £3 will include refreshments. To ensure a seat it is advisable to book in advance. For more information contact the museum, telephone 0117 960 5664, or via email at kingswoodmuseum@gmail.com. The museum is located in the former Champion Brass Works at Tower Lane, Warmley, Bristol BS30 8XT, just off Avon Ring Road (Cadbury Heath exit). Buses 19, 19A, 42 and 43 stop nearby. Photo from the Hanham Local History Society collection
Family history FAMILY history enthusiasts and those thinking about starting research are invited to a fair later this month to find out more about the subject. Hosted by Bristol and Avon Family History Society, the Family History Fair will take place on Saturday September 28 and will be an opportunity for anyone who needs help or advice on family history matters to have face-to-face sessions with local experts. Representatives from Bath and Bristol Archives will be on hand to give information and advice. Local history societies and museums will also available so visitors can gather more information on the work and living conditions that their ancestors may have experienced. New and second-hand books, postcards, maps, family history CDs, software and accessories will be available from a range of commercial exhibitors. There will also be talks including an introduction to family history research which will include handouts, magazines and other research and recording tools. Prizes in a free raffle include subscriptions to commercial websites and publications, DNA kits and books. The event takes place at British Aerospace Welfare Association (BAWA) Leisure Centre, 589 Southmead Road, Filton, Bristol BS34 7RG and runs from 10am-4pm. Admission is £2 and children are free. For more information, a full list of exhibitors and details of all talks, visit www.bafhs.org.uk
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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
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n AROUND THE WIs Longwell Green WI THERE was no meeting in August but Longwell Green WI held their popular Pimms and Puds event this month. This year it was held at Redfield Edge Community Centre and we were very lucky with the weather. A very enjoyable time was had by all who attended. At our September meeting we will be learning about Hives and Herbs. Upcoming events for the Autumn include a harvest supper and a murder mystery event. Our members now participate in three book clubs, a craft club, a walking group, a drama group, a skittles group and regular social suppers. On the first Thursday of the month we meet at the Chapel Coffee Shop in Longwell Green for tea and chat. Longwell Green WI meets on the third Friday of the month at 7.30pm in the Ellacombe Room at Longwell Green Community Centre and new members are always welcome. If you are interested in visiting us please get in touch by email at longwellwi@gmail.com or telephone 0117 986 4782. Sandra Hill
Hanham Afternoon WI NATIONAL Afternoon Tea Week (August 12-18) saw a group of our members venture out to celebrate such an occasion. Traditional afternoon tea on a fine summer afternoon, what could be more appropriate? There are many fantastic choices of setting to savour the delights of an afternoon tea, from quaint tea rooms, 5* hotels and restaurants, to city boutiques or countryside venues. We managed to find a very comfortable and unusual tea room with Eastern and spiritual connections and not too far from home either. The traditional afternoon tea became popular in the mid 19th century and is a ritual which began in Britain. Today, it is usually enjoyed by ladies as an occasional indulgence to mark a special event. Our group of ladies needed no encouragement to join in and consume large quantities of finger sandwiches, cakes, scones with jam and cream,
together with copious amounts of tea. Not only were we using it as the ideal excuse to catch up with friends over a “cuppa” with an assortment of delicacies, but a perfect way to spend a very pleasant couple of hours. I will end on a quote by American novelist Alice Walker: “Tea to the English is really a picnic indoors.” I am sure that everyone will now be looking forward to our next meeting in Hanham Community Centre on September 9 for our harvest bring and buy sale with lunch. Ann Baulch
Mangotsfield WI AS I am sat here typing this, I can hardly believe that we are preparing for our September meeting. We are approaching the last few meetings of 2019, Mary has put together a fantastic programme of events this year. August was a thoroughly excellent social evening, thank you to all the ladies who attended, come rain or shine it's always a successful night. What does September bring? Well, Andy Stowe from East Bristol Auction Rooms is who it brings. Andy will be giving us a talk and then there will be some audience participation. When I say participation, I mean we may discuss antiques, not the membership. If you would like to come along to one of our monthly meetings, you do not need to know anyone. We will welcome you and assign a WI member to guide you through the evening. You will be able to enjoy cake and a cuppa and start making new friends. I guarantee that you will be offered the best cake ever, you may learn a new skill too. Our meetings start at 7.30pm and we do not charge for our visitors for the first two visits. We have a broad range of ways to contact us, mangotsfieldwi@ gmail.com to email the team directly. Our website gives details about meetings and upcoming events for members www. mangotsfieldwi.org.uk or you can Like our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/ Mangotsfield/ Kate Tarr
Members visiting Chavenage House – but no sign of Aidan Turner
Hanham Evening WI CATCHING a glimpse of Poldark actor Aidan Turner riding through the grounds of Chavenage House was high on the agenda of members when the group visited the famous Cotswold manor-house used as the location for “Trenwith”, the Poldark family home, in the famous television series of the same name. Though disappointed they didn’t get to see the latest heartthrob the visit still proved a great success. Contrary to popular belief the house is not situated in Cornwall but near Tetbury in peaceful surroundings which have remained virtually unchanged for 400 years. It is still a family home and apart from Poldark has been used as the location for many television and film productions such as Larkrise to Candleford, Casualty and Tess of the Durbervilles. We arrived in lovely summer sunshine and met our guides for the day who were both family members and treated us to a thoroughly amusing, interesting and educational tour. They explained that the house we see today was built in 1576 in the classical Elizabethan style in the shape of an “E”, showing support for the monarch. It was built by the Fitz Stephen family and remained in their ownership until the 19th century when it was purchased by the Lowsley-William family who still live there today. We heard how the House has had a varied existence and has
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seen many distinguished visitors and guests during its lifetime. These range from historical figures to Oscar winning actors such as actor Eddie Redmayne as well of course as Aiden Turner who can often be seen around the place when filming is taking place. A couple of years ago one lucky WI group actually got to meet him but no such luck for us! We were also shown the immaculate, wood-walled rooms where Oliver Cromwell and his General, Ireton, stayed in 1648. Interestingly, we were told, the house played a part in both world wars. It was used as a base for Australian airman during the First World War and In 1944 it was requisitioned and housed American troops planning for the Normandy D-Day landings in France. Our tour was followed by lunch at the house and then an afternoon in Tetbury for a spot of shopping and of course tea and cakes. In contrast to this event one of our members will be organising a MacMillan coffee morning to help raise funds for this worthwhile charity. It will be held on Friday September 27 from 9.30am to 1pm at Hanham Community Centre. There will be a raffle, a bookstall and of course tea, coffee and cakes. There is ample free parking and everyone is welcome to come along. Dianna Coles
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n SPOTLIGHT ON HANHAM ATHLETIC FC
One of Bristol's oldest clubs HANHAM Athletic FC are believed to be one of Bristol's oldest football clubs. Established in 1896 and originally called Hanham Football Club, they changed their name to Hanham AFC in 1919. Based at Vicarage Road in Hanham, the club currently run four teams: the 1st team which play in the Gloucestershire County League; Reserves in Bristol & District Division 1; 3rd team in Bristol & District Division 5 and an U18 team in the Bristol Under 18 Combination League Division 2. Hanham have a playing staff of 56, ranging in ages from 15-45, along with eight coaching staff and 14 committee members who assist in the day to day running of the club. This season sees a new management team comprising Paul Dingley and Chris Strawford. The club has recently negotiated a new lease with the council giving them security for the next 25 years at Vicarage Road and are now very much looking to the future. Club chairman Bob Sperring said: “We have plans in place to develop the site to become a “go to” venue on match days and a social outlet for sporting events during the week. We plan to offer food and drink to all on matchdays with a welcoming atmosphere for players, spectators, parents and children to enjoy. “The clubhouse will be initially smartened up with new tables, chairs and lighting but the long term aim is to expand the first floor club area into the existing balcony and glassing this area giving additional social space together with extending the clubhouse on the ground floor area and including an new patio, kitchen, laundry and storage area and improving the bathroom facilities to the highest standard. “The club hopes to become a venue that people hire for parties and other social events and a hub for Hanham residents to utilise on a seven day a week basis. The pitches, changing rooms, playing facilities and kits will be improved with the help of the Football Association and sponsors to make the club an attractive proposition for young players to aspire to improve their game and enjoy social opportunities outside of football.”
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Match report HANHAM Athletic picked up three valuable points at home with a 2-1 win over Hardwicke. The home side got off to a flying start after just 3 minutes when Sam Brown’s shot on goal was handled, he took the spot kick himself to give them a 1-0 lead. Hardwicke had a great chance to level on 10 minutes when Tobie Webb was brought down in the box but Bamford saved Paul Carters spot kick. Hardwicke were awarded a second penalty on 39 minutes after Bamford brought down Steve Bick and this time Carter made no mistake with the penalty. The home side grabbed the winner on 85 minutes Jack Fry slotting home after Luke Corbiere’s shot had been saved by the visitors' keeper.
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Euro silver for Ethan HILLFIELDS boxer Ethan Moore has won a silver medal in the European schools boxing championships. The championship, held over 10 days in Tbilisi, Georgia, saw the best school-aged boxers in Europe bid for the prestigious medals. Ethan, 14, from Fishponds-based Downend Boxing Club, was captain of the 19-strong England team. He just missed out in the final to Armenian S Arakelyan. Craig Turner, head coach at DBC, said: “Ethan was just quality. His dedication that turned him into an international standard athlete was nothing short of outstanding. He was simply superb.”
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Frys Bowling Club Tuesday July 23: The last 16 of the Somerset Bowls Association Turnbull Cup game saw Frys make the short trip to Keynsham. Keynsham made the better start but Frys were able to stick with them, with rink 4 getting Frys a rink lead. After halfway, the game changed with Keynsham pulling away on rinks 1 and 2 rink 4 pulling back, put Keynsham into a good lead. Rink 3 weren't done yet, and pulled back their rink keeping Frys with a slim chance. With rink 3 a few ends behind, it meant they could go on the attack knowing they needed to overturn a 20+ shot difference. Despite a good effort, they fell short with 2 ends left to play with 20 shots too much to get with Keynsham coming away 88-68 winners. Scores: Rink 1: 13-28; Rink 2: 11-24; Rink 3: 24-23; Rink 4: 20-13; Frys 68-88 Keynsham. Wednesday July 24: Wednesday night was Frys second game in the City and County of Bristol Clarance Davey with Redland Green hosting. A poor start on rink 4 set Frys on the back foot. The other rinks were able to stay in touch, but unable to pull back much ground. After halfway, rink 1 also started losing multiple shots, and with rink 1 not able to improve much, Redland Green won comfortably putting up 98 shots to Frys 54 bringing Frys cup runs to an end. Scores: Rink 1: 9-29;
Rink 2: 22-13; Rink 3: 16-21; Rink 4: 7-35; Frys 54-98 Redland Green. Thursday July 25: The 14th game of the league season saw Frys travel to Long Ashton. Frys were able to take a lead, but with rink 2 falling behind, the game remained tight. The game got even tighter when Long Ashton pulled back on rink 3. Some crucial shots late from rink 2 helped keep Frys in front. Rink 3 were able to hold out to get Frys 2 points, and with Frys comfortably winning rink 1 and picking up 4 shots on their last end, Frys came out 49-41 winners with 8 points moving them into 3rd in the table, 11 points of second with 4 games left. Scores: Rink 1: 22-9; Rink 2: 12-19; Rink 3: 15-13; Frys 49-41 Long Ashton (8-2). Thursday August 1: Bottom club BAC travelled to Frys, with the home side looking for the win to keep up the promotion push. A poor start on rinks 1 and 3 saw BAC pull out an early lead. Rink 2 were able to pull a lead for the home side, but Frys still found themselves trailing. Despite Frys holding the game in touching distance, a lack lustre performance from Frys saw BAC come away 48-43 winners with Frys only picking up 2 points from rink 2's win. Scores: Rink 1: 14-18; Rink 2:
16-12; Rink 3: 13-18; Frys 43-48 BAC (2-8). Friday August 2: The first Friday in August saw the 50th edition of the annual Alsop Shield between Frys and Keynsham. Last years winners Frys hosted the game, but a poor start from rink 3 gave the visitors the early lead. With the other rinks holding close, Frys were able to hold the deficit at the halfway point. Rink 3 were able to stop Keynsham pulling away and picking up a few useful shots. With the game entering the final 20 ends, Keynsham still held the lead. However rinks 1 and 4 combined for 21 shots in 8 combined ends turning the game in favour of the home side. Frys entered the final 2 ends of the game 10 shots up. The drama wasn't over as Frys debated a possible measure for the second shot on Rink 2. Frys decided to play the final shot, which the skip drew, jamming the jack between Keynsham's shot bowl and Frys bowl, with the tied end securing the game for Frys. Rink 1 finished the game conceding a single giving Frys a 75-66 win, retaing the Alsop Shield. Score: Rink 1: 21-16; Rink 2: 17-16; Rink 3: 10-24; Rink 4: 27-10; Frys 7566 Keynsham. Thursday August 8: The artificial surface of Imperial was the venue for the 16th game of Frys league season. Both teams got good starts on rinks 1 and 2, with rink 3 remaining tight. the game remained close, but rink 2 lost the final 4 ends
and a poor night on rink 3 cost Frys the win with Imperial coming away 54-50 winner, with 4 points dropping Frys to 5th in the table. Scores: Rink 1: 4-30; Rink 2: 27-10; Rink 3: 19-14; Frys 50-54 Imperial (4-6). Thursday August 15: Frys final home game of the league season saw them welcome Avonvale 'A'. A tight start saw neither team gain much of an advantage. Both clubs had rinks edge away with picking up singles and twos. Frys got an advantage on rink 2 giving Frys the halfway lead. Rink 1 continued to pull away giving Frys the upper hand. With rink 1 only conceding a single shot in the game, Frys comfortably won the game, with rink 2 holding out after a tight battle and rink 3 not quite completing a late comeback, took 8 points from the 54-33 win. With Yate 'A' picking up 4 points in their game, Frys chances of promotion came to an end. Scores: Rink 1: 24-1; Rink 2: 17-13; Rink 3: 13-17; Frys 54-31 Avonvale 'A' (8-2). For more information about Frys Bowling Club or if you wish to apply for membership, please contact secretary Christopher Day on 01225 872959 or email frysbowlsclub@gmail.com. You can also visit our website for more information: www. frysbowlsclub.webs.com. Training and equipment will be provided. You can also follow Frys Bowling Club on Twitter: @ FrysBowls.
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