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Stoke Bishop girls win the county championship Post office closes suddenly The Post Office has apologised after its Wesbury-on-Trym branch shut for several days without warning. PAGES 2 & 3

Another accident on danger road A woman in her 90s was knocked down for a second time on a stretch of Canford Lane where residents are campaigning for safety measures. PAGE 5

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JUNIOR Cricket is thriving in Stoke Bishop with both the Girls U11 and U13 teams winning the

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Sudden post office closure causes concern by Keri Beckingham THE unexpected closure of the post office in Westbury-onTrym left residents without an important local service for a number of days in July. Normal service is being resumed with the announcement that it was due to reopen on July 26 under new management. On Monday July 23, a notice appeared on the locked door of the Post Office, stating it “has closed until further notice due to unforeseen circumstances.” The Post Office has informed local councillors of the situation, but the reason for the closure remains something of a mystery. However, the Henleaze and Westbury Voice is aware of many negative reviews left about the Post Office on Google and Yell. com, with comments suggesting that poor customer service and rudeness by staff is something that has been regularly experienced by locals. Speaking to Henleaze and Westbury Voice, a Post Office spokesman said: “We understand and appreciate how much communities rely on our services and we apologise for any inconvenience caused by the temporary closure of Westbury-

on-Trym Post Office since 23 July. We would like to reassure customers that the decision to suspend services at any of our branches is never taken lightly, and we will only do so when it is warranted. “We are committed to providing a post office in Westbury-on-Trym and we are looking to see how we can

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restore Post Office services to the area as soon as possible. In the meantime, alternative branches are Greystoke, Henleaze and Druid Hill.” In response to the closure, Councillor Liz Radford said: “This unexpected temporary closure will be an inconvenience for many, as Westbury-on-Trym Post Office is our only local

facility for services such as the passport check and send facility and driving license photo card renewal. “Please consider helping elderly neighbours who need access to the Post Office for their benefits, but find travelling difficult and thank you to staff at Henleaze Post Office, who will be dealing with the brunt of this

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n NEWS closure.” Councillor Geoff Gollop added: "I hope this closure is very short term, as Westbury traders cannot afford to lose yet more footfall. A thriving post office is much needed by both traders and residents." Commenting on behalf of local businesses, Amanda George, chair of Westbury on

Trym Business Association (WOTBA) and owner of We Make Bristol, said: “The sudden closure of the post office has certainly been a huge shock to local residents and businesses. As a main Post Office so many people are reliant on its services and being on main bus routes and having a car park opposite it’s so easy to get to. I know many people will now struggle to get to an alternative. “Whoever does take over it will have an amazing opportunity as it’s got a great retail space with guaranteed footfall and I wish them all the best in getting the post office back up and running as soon as possible.” After being closed for three days, it was announced on the BS9 Families Facebook group that the new manager of the post office will be Zoe Stockham, who has a background in retail, and that it would reopen on

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Thursday July 26. In addition, the post office will also undergo a refit in order to make part of the shop into a general store that will stock tea, coffee, beans and milk but not alcohol or cigarettes. The Henleaze and Westbury Voice has been told that the post office should be closed for about 10 days during the refit, and the date for this will be announced beforehand so people can make

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n NEWS THE LATEST planning application submitted for flats to be built on Southover Close has been refused by Bristol City Council planning officers. The application was the latest in a series of appeals by the applicant to develop a dwelling on the site of 12 Southover Close in Westbury-on-Trym with one (which planned to demolish the house and replace it with four semi-detached dwellings) turned down by Bristol City Council in December 2016 after much local opposition. Following this, an appeal against refusal was also subsequently dismissed. More recently, in October 2017 an application for side and rear extensions to the current property (plus a new two-berth garage) was granted, and a Lawful Development Certificate for a four-berth single-storey detached garage was issued in December 2017. An application for seven flats to built with reference 18/00317/F was then submitted on January 19 this year, and subsequently refused over concerns about an increased number of vehicles using a road which already has parking issues, and the closure of the public footpath which is located close to the site and is regularly used by children walking to and from school. In addition, there were also fears that the new dwellings would be detrimental to the character of the area, and that they would also overlook neighbouring properties. Following this, the applicant made another appeal and resubmitted the application, which contained plans to reduce the number of flats from seven to six. Following another public

Latest planning application for Southover Close refused consultation, where 48 responses were received in rejection, the latest application was refused by planning officers on June 27. Among the reasons for refusal that were mentioned within the decision report, it was stated that: “Specifically, the overly intensive form of development comprising demolition of the existing house and replacement building comprising six flats would fail to reflect the proportions, scale, bulk and massing of existing dwellings which would result in a discordant and incongruous appearance in relation to adjacent houses. “In this regard, the proposed development fails to account for local patterns of scale and proportion, contrary to local policy. Furthermore, the development includes unduly dominant and uncharacteristic works to facilitate access and parking including levelling, retaining walls and significant hard surfacing which would be in opposition to the layout and appearance of existing adjacent sites.” Commenting on the latest outcome, Councillor Geoff Gollop commented: "I always feel that planning applications need to be appropriate to the area and the existing community. Much of our area is made up of residential housing that is traditional family properties. Those families are key to the unique area that is Westbury and Henleaze. If,

however you take family houses and convert them to flats, you immediately change the need of the area, with fewer school places and parks, different shopping, parking and social needs. “If you demolish those houses and replace them with much larger buildings that are purpose-built flats, you alter the nature of the whole road, building line and street parking. This is the reason why I have supported local residents in opposing these applications and why I asked that any decision to approve should be considered by a planning committee." Adding to this, Councillor Liz Radford said: “If an appeal is lodged against the decision within six months, all residents who commented on the original planning application should receive notification of the appeal from the council. Any resident has five weeks after the start date of the appeal to make comment on the appeal. “If you receive a notification letter from the council, I would recommend you tell your neighbours, particularly if this is during the holiday period, when some letters get less attention and the deadline could get

missed.” Speaking on behalf of the Westbury-on-Trym Society, Chair Hiliary Long said: “All the previous re-development applications for this site have proposed buildings that are over-sized and totally out of keeping with the surrounding domestic architectural styles and proportions. This is an avenue of individual homes that represent the better examples of a distinctive decade of development in Westbury-onTrym and as such deserves to retain its character. “Hopefully, this time, the planners have this in mind and will be willing to accept a more modest proposal for enlargement eventually, or the owner will sell the property on the open market for a marginal profit upon what he paid for it several years ago!"

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n NEWS A RECENT road accident in Canford Lane involved an elderly resident who was hit by a car. A lady in her 90s was on her way to Westbury village when she was hit by the vehicle on July 6. She has been knocked down in this area before, and on both occasions an ambulance had to be called. It is yet more evidence that this dangerous stretch of road needs a safe crossing, something that local people have been highlighting for the past two years. Local campaigner, Graham Donald, says: “The Canford Lane campaigners warned the city council that there was an accident waiting to happen. Now, sadly, we have had an accident so, for the sake of all concerned, this matter must be treated with urgency.” Henleaze and Westbury Voice readers may remember that Councillor Mhairi Threlfall (Cabinet Member for Highways) and Ed Plowden (Sustainable Transport Service Manager) visited the area in March and met local residents. Both walked along Canford Lane discussing locations for safe crossing points.

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The consensus was that Canford Lane needed safe crossing points, probably two or three central refuges rather than a single zebra crossing. Council officers later emailed to say that Canford Lane “is almost certain to be one of

the schemes that the Area Engineering Team will be recommending as a priority for CIL investment to the Area Committee in May.” Subsequently, officers submitted proposals to the Area Committee’s meeting in May for central refuges in Canford Lane and in Dingle Road. The Area Committee duly met in May but no-one from the Campaign knew of this meeting, though they would like to have been there to make their case. There appears to be no official

account of this meeting but we understand that Canford Lane is not one of the recommended schemes at the moment. Graham Donald says: “We’d like to know the city council’s plan for Canford Lane but can’t find out from council officers. Is the Area Committee the only source of funding? “Whilst the council has been treading water, a serious accident has taken place. A lady in her 90s was hit by a car. “Her family say her injuries were not life threatening but she now only feels safe if she travels to Westbury village by taxi, rather than walking there as she used to do. Her family feel that this impacts unfairly on her finances but also diminishes her independence and her quality of her life. They understandably want some action taken. “What do the city council plan to do?”

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Explosives charge drama in Filton Ave A SPECIALIST army search team has been called in to examine a property in Filton Avenue after a man was charged with possessing/ controlling explosives with intent to endanger life/ injure property. Matthew Glynn, 37, appeared before Bristol Magistrates on Wednesday 25 July and has been remanded in custody until his next hearing. Police initially attended the address on Monday, July 23, after being contacted by a concerned member of the public. The cordon and road closures around the property on Filton Avenue, Bristol are now expected to remain in place for up to three days. Filton Avenue remains closed between Berry Lane and Lockleaze Road and motorists are asked to follow the local diversions in place. Inspector Rob Cheeseman said: “We’ve taken advice from the army experts and unfortunately due to the complexity of the scene we’re going to have to ask residents to continue to stay away from home. “We’re very grateful for the support and understanding of everyone affected and we’re sorry for the added inconvenience. Our priority is to keep everyone safe and the army will make sure there’s nothing else in the house which poses any further risk. We’re all working to get everyone home as soon as is safe.” Displaced residents have been given advice on what to do if the continued closure causes any accommodation problems. Filton Avenue Primary School remains open as a place of refuge – although currently no one is making use of this facility.

Association's AGM THE Westbury Park Community Association held its Annual General Meeting on June 20 where Chair, Kevin Chidgey, reported that the Association will continue to run a successful Westbury Park Festival and is keen to increase membership. Kevin thanked the members of the Management and Festival Committees and other active members for the work they have done over the past year and our ward councillors for the invaluable support they continue to give to the Association with a special thanks to Councillor Clare Campion-Smith. He said: “We have enjoyed working with Clare on many issues over the years and were very sorry to hear that she had decided to step down as our local councillor a few months ago.” The 2017 Festival raised a total of over £1,500 for charity with £615 donated to The Bridge Foundation, £400 to Cancer Research UK, £270 to Teenage

Cancer Trust, £120 to Musicians without Borders and £140 to Avon Riding Centre. Money was also donated to the Community Association and to the Church in Westbury Park, including money towards the cost of refurbishing the Methodist Church kitchen. There has been little progress on resident parking in the past two years and Kevin reported that It looks as though some areas in Westbury Park that want resident parking will have to wait a long time or be denied altogether. There are plans to carry out a straw poll of Members in the Autumn to ascertain views on resident parking in different parts of Westbury Park. A summary of these views will be shared with local councillors who are lobbying the Mayor and Council’s Executive Member for Transport to make the guidelines less cumbersome and more flexible to introduce new schemes.

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n NEWS UNIVERSAL Credit is being introduced across Henleaze and Westbury-on-Trym for most working-age households who need to make a new claim for benefit. After being introduced in Bedminster, Bishopsworth and Temple Street Jobcentre Plus areas earlier this year, the scheme is being rolled out to the remaining parts of the city in September and October. It replaces the six meanstested benefits and tax credits (including Housing Benefit) and is claimed from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). If you are already getting benefits then you will not be immediately affected unless you have a significant change in your circumstances. If this occurs and you need to make a claim for any of the benefits that Universal Credit replaces, you’ll need to make a claim for Universal Credit instead. If residents are eligible for Universal Credit, it will be paid directly into your bank, building society or credit union account

Universal Credit ready to be rolled on a monthly basis and normally includes help with your rent. However, it usually takes five to six weeks before the first payment is made, and although residents can get an advance against their first payment, this will be repaid through their next 12 monthly payments. As a result of this, there are concerns about residents being able to manage during this time. Talking to the Henleaze & Westbury Voice about her concerns in advance of Universal Credit being introduced in our area, Liz Radford, Councillor for Westbury-on-Trym and Henleaze Ward said: “My main concern is that applications are expected to be submitted online, which is no use to those without internet access. The North Bristol Advice Centre should be able to help if this restricts you from applying and they can be contacted on 0117 951 5751.” Asking a question to the

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Mayor in advance of Bristol City Council’s member forum on July 17, Councillor Eleanor Combley said: “Households that move onto receiving Universal Credit will have a minimum six week delay (though many have reported more) before receiving any income after claiming, meaning that many people are likely to fall into rent arrears, fuel and food poverty. “Will the Mayor publicly give

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d out in our area facing the challenge not only of austerity, but of working with reduced finances to tackle problems created by bad national policy which hurt our people. Universal Credit and its anticipated impact on debt and homelessness is an example of that. “We are working closely with Council Tenants as they transition to Universal Credit and our ethos firmly remains around sustaining tenancies wherever possible in an effort to keep families and vulnerable people in their homes. “We have implemented a triage programme so we can tailor support and advice accordingly, and we will continue to work alongside partners and support agencies across the City to minimise the impact of Welfare Reform. We’ve also taken a lead in protecting people in the private letting sector with the

ethical letting charter and the landlord licensing scheme. We continue to lobby government for the powers we need.” In advance of Universal Credit being rolled out, readers are advised to get advice and support if they need it. If you need help making an online application, getting budgeting support or are worried about paying your rent, Bristol City Council can help. You can pop into the Citizen Service Point at 100 Temple Street or speak to your DWP work coach. Your landlord may also be able to help if you are a council or Housing Association tenant. You can also find out more about Universal Credit, how it might affect you and when it is introduced to your area by visiting: www.bristol.gov.uk/ universalcredit

Decision due on care home planning application THE DECISION on a planning application to expand a care home on Falcondale Road in Westbury-on-Trym is to be determined by planning officers. Planning application 18/02236/F has been submitted by care home owners Westbury Care to remodel the existing facilities of the Westbury Gardens Residential Home. As part of the plans, Westbury Care want to expand the number of bedrooms by adding a second story to an existing single-storey building in order to facilitate an increase in the number of bedrooms from 19 to 26. The closing date for the receipt of comments to Bristol City Council’s planning team was July 4, and 16 objections and one neutral comment were received. As part of these, residents stated that they were concerned about the impact that the extension would have on parking in the area, as well as suffering from loss of light and privacy and an increase in noise. The determination deadline for the planning application is set as July 27, and this date occurs after Henleaze & Westbury Voice has gone to print, we will report on the outcome in our next edition.

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n NEWS BROADCHURCH actor Joe Sims opened local charity Bristol Dementia Action Alliance’s 5th Birthday Party in The Galleries on July 9. Joe thanked everyone for joining in the celebrations: “There are so many of you who have come down here today and have volunteered your time, not just for today but for years, 365 days of the year - looking after people and caring. That is what Bristol should be about – standing shoulder to shoulder. It’s ordinary people doing extraordinary things and that’s exactly what I see here today. “Get involved and read the literature. For me I don’t know anybody in Bristol or somewhere in the world that doesn’t have somebody in their life who’s not been touched by Dementia. For us to be a more Dementia friendly city, a more Dementia aware city is important and it starts today - pick up a brochure, go online and look at the website. It will get so much better when we have that sense of civic responsibility and community spirit.” Joe stayed to join Tina Blackwill in her pom-pom dance to the delight of the crowd. It was an action packed day with further music from Lizzie, singing from Gill and chair and standing Zumba with Marie. Staff from Zurich generously volunteered their time as a charity challenge and handed out hundreds of party bags and cakes. There was a big cheer when Myra, aged 105, blew out the candle on the cake. Several local organisations were there also to talk about Dementia and the services they offer. Alive, Wiltshire

Local actor Joe Sims opens charity's birthday party Farm Foods, Home Instead, Dementia Wellbeing Service, the Alzheimer’s Society, Methodist Homes Association, HIT/ARUK, BRACE and Bristol Older Peoples Forum have all worked with Bristol Dementia Action Alliance (BDAA), helping people to live well with the condition. BDAA was launched on the 9th July 2013 as a result of a public meeting at Westbury Baptist Church in Stoke Bishop asking the question “Is Bristol a Dementia Friendly City”? Agencies across the city were invited to share what they were doing and it was decided that awareness of dementia among the population was a priority. Tony Hall is Chairman of Bristol DAA and also a carer for his wife Barbara who has had symptoms of Frontal Temporal Dementia since 1999. With an estimated 850,000 people living with the condition in the UK – a number predicted to rise substantially over the coming years - BDAA’s work is vitally important. In the last five years, the organisation has trained 113 Dementia Friends’ Champions, created 19,203 Dementia Friends, handed out numerous resource packs and worked with several businesses connected with the city to make the procedures and staff Dementia aware. As well as training people of all ages, from the Brownies to the Townswomen’s Guild, in

the best way to help those with Dementia, BDAA also take part in awareness days, such as the event held at Redland Parish Halls in June in conjunction with Dementia research charity BRACE and Bristol law firm, Barcan+Kirby, on ‘Dementia and Planning for the Future’. Chair, Tony Hall, said: ”We had a wonderful time celebrating with old and new friends. We

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n NEWS The 2018 Westbury Park Festival ran between June 10 and June 30 and featured twelve different events in the local area, raising around £1,500 for charity and local causes. The overall organisation was passed to Paul Thomas this year, who’s masterminded the popular Open Gardens event for a number of years. Paul said: “It was a very

Westbury Festival raises £1500 successful festival based around some good weather. It was nice not to have to worry about rain for Open Gardens. “The Westbury Park Tavern laid on a good spread for the buffet and the Quiz confirmed how many bright people live in

Westbury Park!” The Westbury Park Makes Music concert was held on June 15, and was organised by Jeff Bishop. The concert celebrated

local musical talent and was a great success: it also raised much needed funds for the Westbury Park Community Association.

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n NEWS ACTRESS Joanna Lumley hosted St Peter's Hospice 40th anniversary Ruby Dinner at Badminton School in Bristol. The event, supported by Smith & Williamson and Spire Bristol Hospital, was in aid of the Room to Care Appeal, which is raising funds for the redevelopment of the hospice’s Inpatient Unit. Guests were treated to a champagne reception, threecourse meal, and musical entertainment from Bristol Symphony Orchestra and Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. A live auction, hosted by Andrew Morgan MBE, followed dinner with guests bidding for prizes including a fishing trip with Marco Pierre White, VIP tickets to Twickenham and a two week stay in South Africa. An online silent auction, with lots ranging from sporting memorabilia to amazing experience days and bespoke jewellery, ran throughout the week and during the evening. Lots snapped up included a week at an 18th century manoir in France, a Morgan car experience, a blue Sri Lankan sapphire and Premier League tickets. Joanna was delighted to be involved, as she has experience of the amazing work hospices do. “This was such a sensational night,” said Joanna. “It’s so important; we want everybody in Bristol to know that hospices are places of joy and hope and love and comfort.By supporting St Peter’s Hospice they are bringing that sense of peace and comfort at the end of someone’s life.” The Room to Care Appeal is raising £2.53m to rebuild the St Peter’s Hospice Inpatient Unit at Brentry, ensuring patients and

Joanna Lumley sparkles as host of hospice’s Ruby Dinner

Spire Bristol Hospital staff with actress Joanna Lumley. Photograph courtesy of Jon Craig. families are provided the highest level of care in privacy, dignity and comfort. Larger and private patient bedrooms, all with individual garden terraces and modern ensuite bathrooms, will enable the hospice to care for 6,250 patients over the next twenty years. St Peter’s Hospice Head of Fundraising Sarah Allen Gunn said: “The evening was a great success, raising more than £107,500 for the Room to Care Appeal! We can’t thank Joanna enough for coming to Bristol and hosting such a wonderful event.” “We could not have held this very special 40th anniversary dinner without the support of two well-known Bristol organisations, Smith & Williamson and Spire Bristol Hospital.”

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“The Ruby Dinner was the perfect way to celebrate the hospice’s 40th anniversary,” said Sabiha Waraich, from Spire Bristol Hospital. “Fantastic entertainment, great company and most importantly a wonderful

cause. We hope the money raised tonight will make a real difference at the new Inpatient Unit.” To find out more about the Room to Care Appeal or to make a donation visit www. roomtocare.co.uk

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Under 17 rugby team is launched BISHOPSTON Rugby Club are excited to announce the new formation of an under 17 Rugby team (school Year 12), in addition to the existing two adult teams. Based at the state-of-the-art Lockleaze Sports Centre, new players of any ability are welcome to come along to join the u17 or adult teams. Training for all teams is from 7pm - 8pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays, at Bonnington Walk, BS7 9XF. For more information see facebook: Bishopston RFC U17, Instagram: Bishopston17s and Twitter: @Bishopston17s

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An appeal for quality donations on behalf of Samara’s Aid, a charity that sends humanitarian and medical aid to Syria and Iraq, has been launched by the Church in Westbury Park. The local community has responded generously to previous appeals and this time clothes, medical aids, Care Packs, Dignity Bags and Children’s Bags are sought. The idea is to send gifts, not cast offs as Abigail Shepherd explains: “We have high standards and ask you to uphold them. Everything we send must be something both you and I feel are good enough to give as a gift. Sending items that are in immaculate condition and spotlessly clean, shows that we value these people as much as ourselves, and sends a message of love, encouragement, and hope. “The families we are helping have been through horrific ordeals. Many have family

members who have been killed, tortured, raped, or injured. They have dignity. Many have had lives like ours but have lost everything, most of all, hope. There is a huge amount of depression and psychological and physical traumas among them. “These people have no choice about what they are given, but we have a choice about what we send.” The DIGNITY BAGS are hygiene products for women and girls, details of which can be found at www.samarasaidappeal.

org/dignity-bags/ The children’s bags are something fun for children. Each SMILEY BAG filled with toiletries, underwear, toys and love will bring a little joy to one child. For further information see www.samarasaidappeal.org/ childrens-bags/ If you like knitting, hospital blankets made from cotton yarn are required, suitable for use in a hot Middle-Eastern summer. Blankets for adults (these can be wool), baby clothes and children’s clothes are in demand

too All clothes, blankets and bedding need to be washed and shoes cleaned and polished before donating. Everything should be in excellent condition with working zips, buttons & poppers intact, stain free with no holes. If families or small groups would like to complete one of the packs, they will need a banana box or bag (see website for details) and a shopping list from the website. The church have rucksacks available to purchase for £1 each. Items of clothing in particular demand are coats and snow wear for all ages, new underwear with tags on or in packaging, shoes, boots and welly boots, blankets, sleeping bags, sheets and towels and duvets.

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'Kitten Kuddle' fundraiser THE world’s first ‘Kitten Kuddle’ took place at The Moggery HQ in Bishopston on the afternoon of Saturday July 14. Brownies from the 93rd St Albans branch in Westbury Park sat and cuddled the many homeless kittens in care at The Moggery. Founder Christine Bayka gave a talk to the group in February as part of the girls’ animal care badge and invited the girls to take part in the sponsored Kuddle when the Moggery was full of kittens in the summer. £120 has been raised so far which is urgently needed for kitten food. If anyone can offer a home to a pair of adorable baby kittens please call Christine on 0117 924 3128.

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Top marks for Bristol’s first IB World School YEAR 13 students at Redmaids’ High School have celebrated another excellent set of IB Diploma results, with an average point score of 37 in comparison to the global average of 30. Nearly half of the group got 40 points or higher and all medicine applicants got into their first choice university. Amongst the cohort collecting their marks today were Lauren Figes-Jones from Horfield and Ella Harrison from Henleaze who will both be heading off to Oxford University this September. Lauren received 42 points and will be taking up her place to study Russian and Philosophy while Ella, who was awarded 43 points, will be starting her course in Medicine. Lauren said, “I’m just so surprised and excited! I can’t wait to head to Oxford to start my degree in September now.” There was further success for Sammy Munday from Stoke Bishop who also got an impressive 43 points to secure her first choice university option studying History and Languages at Exeter. Also for Kate Hamilton from Bishopston and Caitlin O’Sullivan from Henbury, who A CONFERENCE called ‘Our Lives Our Choice’ was hosted at Redmaids’ High in partnership with Bristol Women’s Commission (BWC). Young women aged 14 to 18 from schools across the city including Cotham School, St Mary Redcliffe and Temple and Orchard Academy attended the conference to investigate the themes of identity and safety. BWC, chaired by Red Maids’ alumna Penny Gane, was established in 2013 to produce a strategy for achieving equality for men and women across the city. Penny also heads up a local women’s rights charity called Bristol Women’s Voice. The conference featured a morning of workshops with advocate groups, in which students created their own manifestos on identity and safety for women, followed by a presentation on the life of Bristol-based inventor and engineer Sarah Guppy (17701852). After lunch, a panel

both got 42 points and will be taking gap years before applying to university. Redmaids’ High made the progressive decision to start teaching the IB Diploma to its post-16 cohorts ten years ago, as well as continuing to offer a comprehensive programme of A Levels, and this group are the eighth group of leavers to receive their results.

Headmistress of Redmaids’ High School, Isabel Tobias said: “To see nearly half the year group achieve 40 points or higher – which is considered to be the gold standard at IB Diploma – is testament to how hard these students and their teachers have worked this year. I am proud of each and every one of them.” Jon Cooper, Assistant Head, Sixth Form added: “This year, the International Baccalaureate

Organisation celebrates its 50th anniversary and we celebrate our 10th as an IB World School. Over this period, it has grown in popularity and I am delighted today to see these young women achieving not only fantastic marks and places at top universities, but also an international mindedness that really helps prepare them for higher education beyond.”

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took questions on what the audience felt were the most pressing issues. Penny said, “Bristol was the first city in the UK to sign the European Charter for equality of women and men in local life, and through conferences like this we hope to ensure the next

generation of women across the city are able to find their own voices, and have the confidence to use them.” Headmistress of Redmaids’ High School, Isabel Tobias, who advises on the educational strand of BWC said, “Redmaids’ High was delighted to host this conference, especially as the aims of BWC sit so very closely with the beliefs of the school. “Our students leave us as global citizens, knowing that possibilities for their futures are limitless. Gender should never be a boundary to success.” This is just one of a number of events that has taken place across Bristol this year to mark the centenary of women’s suffrage. For further information about future events, see Bristol Women’s Voice website - www. bristolwomensvoice.org.uk

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Henbury School student lays wreath at Ypres war cemetery A STUDENT from Henbury School won the chance to lay a wreath at a service in Belgium to commemorate the centenary of the armistice. Rana El-Defrawy and Holly Christie were selected for the funded trip after success in a competition for innovative ideas about how to remember the end of the First World War 100 years ago. The girls and their history teacher Steph Higgs visited battlefields in France and Belgium, including Lijssenthoek cemetery, where the only woman to be buried as a soldier is laid to rest, and they discovered what it would have been like to have been fighting in the trenches. They listened to the Last Post at the Menin Gate, where 80,000 missing soldiers’ names are engraved on the magnificent structure. Rana was chosen to lay a wreath at a memorial ceremony in front of 6,000 people. Ms Higgs said: “I am incredibly proud of Rana and Holly. They represented Henbury School with the utmost dignity.”

As a result of the trip, Ms Higgs is now looking at the possibility of organising a similar visit with 30 pupils next year.

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Students talk politics with MP Darren Jones BE a good listener and have humility – these were the words of advice from MP Darren Jones when he visited Orchard School’s student leaders this term. The Labour MP for Bristol North West visited Orchard School on June 29 to talk with the student council and prefects about representation and leadership. The students, from Years 7 to 10, wanted to find out what it takes to become a successful leader and how the MP represents his constituents - particularly the younger generation - in parliament. Darren - who grew up in Southmead - told the students: “I had a great childhood, but my family did struggle to make ends meet. I was annoyed by lots of things growing up and there was lots of stuff that I wanted to change. “I was the first person out of my family to go to university.

I then trained to become a qualified lawyer. But I still had this urge to change things, so I decided to run as an MP. “It’s hard work and you work a lot of hours, and it’s tough for your family too. But it’s a job in which you can help make people’s lives better.” One student asked Darren how he ensures that young people are listened to in his job. He responded: “Last year saw a

huge rise in the number of young people voting in the general election.When speaking to my younger constituents, many of them were voting because they hadn’t voted in the Brexit referendum – and regretted it. “I represent a hundred thousand people in this constituency, 25,000 of whom are young people, and I see you and your views as just as important.”

The students shared ideas with Darren about the platforms he could use to engage more with young people, which included using Instagram and Snapchat. Darren explained to the students his stance on Brexit and how he wants the people to have the final say over what deal the UK strikes with the EU. Darren was also quizzed over his football club allegiances … Bristol Rovers or Bristol City? He responded: “In my constituency, I have both Rovers and City fans, so it would be wrong to support one and not the other .” Yasmin, who is head girl at Orchard School and has aspirations to become an MP herself, said: “I liked that he is passionate about businesses being successful which I think is really important for the economy. He’s definitely made me more aware about the specific aspects and responsibilities of being an MP.”

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n EDUCATION BRISTOL Free School pupils put on a rousing show on July 10 with their production of musical, Annie. The cast have been working on their performances with Ms Clifton and Mr Pate and delivered a storming performance, gaining them a well-deserved standing ovation. Ms Clifton said: “Congratulations to the cast of Annie for putting on a fantastic show. It has been a pleasure to work with such a talented and supportive group of students.” “A member of the audience whom I spoke to during the interval said she would much prefer to watch this performance to the Hippodrome, the quality was so high. Another, returning to the very hot auditorium for which I apologised said that nothing would keep him away: it was superb!” added Mrs Conway. Cast members had great fun performing the musical about children living in an orphanage which includes well-known songs ‘Tomorrow’ and ‘It's the Hard Knock Life’. Hannah Ribero played Molly, Annie’s best friend: “The standing ovation on the final night was magical,” she said. Playing Tessie, the orphan who cries a lot, was Lola Dempsey, who described

Annie performances wow parents, staff and students at BFS the performance as “A truly wonderful experience to be a part of.” Fellow orphan, Yanna Lapworth, enjoyed the dances and made new friends and can’t wait to audition next year. Acting Headteacher Ben Sillince was delighted with the performance: “I’ve said it every year but I can’t see this year’s performance being bettered!” he said. “I was so involved that I was unconsciously swaying along, and when I became conscious of the extent of my swaying I continued in spite of my typically reserved nature. I had no choice, I was overcome by the infectious joy and enthusiasm of the cast in what can only be described as an incredibly professional show. “What’s most pleasing of all is that in the face of genuine and

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Westbury-on-Trym primary school swimmers win Percy Smith gala IT has been another successful year for the Westbury-on-Trym C of E Academy (WoT Academy) swim squad. The 30 swimmer squad selected from years 3, 4, 5 and 6 have enjoyed another year of swimming triumphs continuing the strong reputation for swimming that WoT Academy has had for many years. In April several of the swim squad qualified for the Bristol primary schools gala and the children won a selection of medals. One child broke the record for the youngest swimmer to receive a much coveted gold hat aged just eight years old. In June the squad retained the Percy Smith gala series title winning the trophy for the 3rd consecutive year. This six round gala series was started by Percy Smith in 1992 and involves four other local schools:

St Bonaventure’s, Bishop Road, Holymead and Elmlea. Mr Percy Smith was a former deputy head teacher at WoT Academy and was instrumental in mandating swim squad training for the school. Three relay teams from the school squad qualified from regional rounds to compete at The English Schools Swimming Association national relay finals in Sheffield on 16 June. The boys relay teams finished 17th (freestyle) and 18th (mixed stroke) in the country. The girls mixed stroke relay finished 24th. This is the third consecutive year that WoT Academy has qualified for the English Schools relay finals and it is an amazing achievement and a very prestigious event for the children to be involved in. This year we have been lucky enough to be included in the Bristol Penguins primary school

galas and our less experienced swimmers have relished the opportunity to compete in three galas in a friendly atmosphere. Last week in the final of this gala series WoT Academy came 2nd, missing out on the trophy by one point.

Medals were awarded for individual events and WoT Academy won two golds, three silvers and four bronze medals. The school hope to continue its swimming success next year with some new younger swimmers joining the squad.

New play club launches JELLY Beans is a new and exciting active play club coming to Henleaze from September 2018, taking over from the much loved Jack in a Box. Based along similar lines to Jack in a Box, Jelly Beans will be run by Rachel Hollingbery and offer physical and fun activities, designed to engage and challenge children from seven months to four years. Rachel said: “I have very fond memories of Jack in a Box as I took all three of my children to Kate’s classes. I read in the Henleaze School newsletter that Kate was retiring and selling up, so I went along to have a chat with her. “I have previously worked for Water Babies for the past six years and am looking forward to

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Pre-school staff in Race for Life TWENTY two staff from Jack and Jill Pre-school completed the Cancer Research UK Race for Life on the Downs on Sunday 1st July in memory of former colleague and friend Julie Claridge who sadly passed away earlier in the year. A whole range of staff from across the Falcondale Road Pre-school took part in the event raising over £2,500 for the charity. Following the event the staff enjoyed a family picnic with their supporters and other friends. Owner Andy Hollingdale commented, ‘It was a fantastic day and great way to honour the memory of Julie, raise a huge amount of money for a very worthy charity and at the same time have lots of fun!’ Jack and Jill Pre-school has been serving the community of Westbury-on-Trym for over 30 years and has consistently been declared Outstanding by Ofsted. The Pre-school is constantly

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Women vow to back campaign against modern slavery THE Townswomen of Henleaze are supporting the national headquarters of Townswomen’s Guilds and individual Guild campaign against modern slavery. Detective Chief Inspector Mark Edgington, the Avon and Somerset Police Force’s lead officer on tackling modern slavery crimes, gave a presentation to the Henleaze (evening) Townswomen’s Guild, on July 4, about the different forms of modern slavery, which can be hidden from the public view and are more common than we may think. Detective Chief Inspector Mark Edgington said that during 2018, 61 current incidents are being investigated and 389 intelligence reports have been submitted in the Avon and Somerset area. He told the Guild about the work of the Anti-Slavery Partnership of Unseen UK, a

charitable organisation that supports victims, the Avon and Somerset Police Force and Bristol City Council. The vision of the Partnership is the eradication of human trafficking and slavery in our area and further afield. To this end, its purpose is to support and enable the discovery of and response to incidents of human trafficking, slavery and exploitation through a victimcentred, multi-disciplinary and collaborative community effort. Victims can be bought and sold as “property”, or have restrictions placed on their freedom of movement. They come from different countries and some are UK nationals. Slavery happens to men, women and children of all ages, culture, education levels and spiritual beliefs. Vulnerable people, particularly the homeless and young people in care, can be trafficked within the UK, for

forced labour or, in co-called “grooming” cases, for sexual abuse. The types of slavery we all should be aware of and try to recognise are sexual exploitation such as prostitution, escort work and pornography and forced labour where victims are forced to work against their will for long hours, little or no pay in dire conditions in, for example, the building sector, food packaging, in seasonal agriculture, car washes and in nail bars.

Domestic servitude still exists in 21st century Britain where victims are forced to carry out domestic chores in private households with little or no pay, restricted movement, little or no free time and minimal privacy. Criminal exploitation of victims occurs where a person is forced, against their will, into crimes such as cannabis cultivation, pick-pocketing, or shop-lifting. Anyone can spot the signs of slavery and can report incidents to the Modern Slavery Helpline 24 hours a day on 08000 121 700. Shirley Phillips, Chair of the Henleaze (evening) Townswomen’s Guild, said: “I hope that residents will take note of this telephone number so they can report any incident they think may be related to modern slavery. "Let us all support the AntiSlavery Partnership!”

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Camera club seeks new snappers IF you are interested in Photography then North West Bristol Camera Club (NWBCC) would be delighted to meet you. Photography as a hobby used to mean hours in darkened rooms with smelly chemicals. No more! Although the old skills were appealing, they were accessible only to a few. Nowadays, developing images just needs a computer to do your “dodging and burning”. Images show up well on a television, and good sized prints can be ordered online more cheaply than you could print them yourself. There is still no better way of showing off a photograph than as a carefully prepared and mounted print. Neville Goodman, Club Chair, says: “So why not come along and join us!? NWBCC is within easy reach of Westbury-on-Trym, Southmead, and Henleaze. We are a small club, of about 25 members, but we are always looking for new members to bring us their ideas, expertise, and images. We meet at 7.30pm on Wednesday evenings, except in July and August. Details can be found on our website (see below), and the first meeting of our new season is September 5th. “You don’t need an expensive camera to take a good photograph, and even mobile phones have good lenses. The American landscape photographer Ansel Adams said that the most important piece of photographic equipment was twelve inches behind the lens: in other words, the brain of the photographer.

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Delight as girls become county cricket champions CRICKET is thriving in Stoke Bishop with both the Girls U11 and U13 teams winning the County Cup in their age category. The Stoke Bishop U11 girls entered into the Lady Taverners Cup, held at Golden Hill cricket ground on June 10. Twelve teams entered and were split into three groups. A 34 run victory against Marshfield was followed by a 71 run defeat of Golden Hill. Our last group match was against the highly regarded Frenchay, with the winner set to proceed to the semi finals. Some great cricket was played by both teams with Stoke Bishop edging the victory by a nail biting 12 runs! In the semis Stoke Bishop played Cam from Gloucester. A sharp and clinical performance proved too much for the opposition and Stoke Bishop won by 35 runs. Into the final...only to play against Frenchay again! They batted first, gaining some advantage with some big six-hitting by the openers. Stoke Bishop came back with some tight bowling and picking up a few wickets along the way, restricting Frenchay to 56 runs. In reply, we batted well, not losing many wickets and keeping the scoreboard ticking over.

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The Flamingo Centre is flying high A HOLISTIC community centre in North Bristol is gearing up for an open day on September 15 when local people are invited in to meet the therapists, teachers and trainers who work there. Sadie Willis opened The Flamingo Centre at 175 Southmead Road, close to the site of the old police station, about 18 months ago. She started off with just two workshops last April but now has over 100 events running every month. These range from one hour classes to two-day training courses. In addition, the centre will be offering 3-12 month Holistic Training courses from January, accredited by VTCT examination board. Sadie said: “I named it The Flamingo Centre because the flamingo provides you with the ability to find balance, not just in a physical sense but in your emotional and spiritual self as well. Each person needs something a little different, it’s all about finding time to do that

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Cheers to beer festival No2 Award-winning brewer Dawkins Ales hosted the second Stoke Bishop Beer Festival at the Village Hall this month. Glen Dawkins said: “It was another successful year! We just want to thank the village hall and everyone who came along and supported the event. “Thank you also to Pickled Brisket for the fabulous food, Aimee’s Wine House for the delicious wine selection and Justin Towell and Tony Troubadour for providing great live music on the day.”

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n NEWS THE Westbury Community Forum was held on July 3 and attended by all three councillors. It began with a local police report that the number of offences is markedly reduced in the area in comparison to a year ago. In response to a question from Stoke Lane shopkeepers, Toby said that although incidents had reduced, the “on the ground” police presence was limited due to a lack of officers. Recruitment was on going in an effort to improve the situation and it was hoped to have a PCSO dedicated to Westbury and Henleaze by the late autumn. He also reminded car owners to ensure that their vehicles were securely locked when parked. Westbury Library Malcolm Neave reported the good news that the Mayor had performed a U-turn on his library closure programme and that ALL of Bristol’s libraries now

Westbury Community Forum will remain open until March 2020 – when there is a mayoral election! However, as always, the devil is in the detail and the Westbury Library Group will remain vigilant in supporting the continued existence of Westbury Library. Traffic and Parking Geoff Gollop confirmed that implementation of the WoT Parking Proposals, following completion of the Public Consultation in 2015, was totally dependent on the limited availability of the Council’s legal resources for progressing the requisite “Statutory Consultation” prior to implementation. Such limited resources were being utilised for Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) associated with major traffic

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schemes such as MetroBus and Empty Shops Disquiet was expressed by some residents at the number of empty shops in Westbury. Cllr. Geoff Gollop commented that this would only become a planning issue if there were to be a proposed change of use – such as conversion into residential accommodation (as had recently been the case with 1-3 Stoke Lane, Connells) or “retail” to “office”. Temple Circus As regards any long-awaited improvements of any sort on Falcondale Road, Geoff confirmed that there could be no progress until BCC Highways’ issued their proposals for mitigating the effect increased

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News and views from our city councillors council website, Graffiti before the removal ffiti gra r d anothe Henleaze Library suffere can take place. . building in July attack on the front of the cks atta r alle sm e There has also been som Colston Statue earch shows that on private property. Res - Planning rs nde ckly, offe if graffiti is cleaned off qui Application for a for k bac ing com her bot to ly like less are y new Plaque dem ary Aca paint will be put RSt Ursula’s E-Act Prim another go. Anti-climb ntly A planning rece for ool in g sch ldin the to bui s ary Congratulation und the front of the libr aro rds application is open nda Sta s ool Sch receiving the Healthy t few weeks. nex g. the din for comment on the stan out m was Award; their submission rs ago, Henleaze had a tea yea l era t Sev oun am e council planning hug a o were given plaque be added Pupils were involved in of resident volunteers wh into portal, suggesting a new les cip ove prin rem the to l, bed nci is situated on Cou ich City wh , tol of work to em tue Bris sta by n s sto or plie sup to the Col as an Ambassad With their number nd. fou tion s wa lica it app as everyday school life and n The soo graffiti as the City Centre. teachers for had ffiti ws you gra vie rd e wa hav rk, wo you d if for the school, I thank the vigilant and har is 18/03688/LA and ortant part of the ncil nts are being me championing such an imp com to a minimum. I asked Cou s, t res kep n exp to bee h wis . if we could . children’s development Officers some months ago but so far this accepted up to 14 August s council nt, me nge Travellers on the Down arra e sam be of assistance with any the e can I , hav If this d rea you e to e itat g. hes min not do hco I am hoping by the tim hasn’t been fort related issue, please pment has ord@bristol.gov. graffiti as soon as adf ort the recent Downs encam liz.r rep cllr. do on ase me Ple e t littl tac n con re has bee owned property, been moved on and the you see it. If on council uk or 07392 108806. area. There is yStreet FixM the on ed detrimental impact on the ort rep ls can be nci this Cou the on nt ff me myself, Geo still time to make com website, or by contacting pment consultation Cllr Liz Radford ffiti is on domestic or vehicle dwelling encam gra the If ve. Ste at or nd can be fou owner needs & Henleaze Ward the m ty, -Try per until 26 August and this -on pro l ury rcia stb me We com ce.com/ found on the https://bristol.citizenspa to sign an indemnity form ellingcommunities/vehicle-dw encampments/

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News and views from our city councillors some of the risk of the project a at The proposed manager of the Aren on Temple Meads had offered to operate cil, but terms more favourable to the Coun them with offer this ssed discu not KPMG had ds The alternative use for the Temple Mea the Filton proposal are both at early and site fits are Arena decision stages so the costings and the bene r was Last month, I again told you the Mayo least because not s asses to er hard h muc arena ission about to announce where Bristol’s both alternatives need planning perm ed to hapfrom away will be built and yet again he has decid years are they ns which mea decision delay. This time, he is promising the the Temple Meads Arena is reas Whe ng. peni er, emb will be made at the beginning of Sept almost ready to start. ht but I am doubting it will be that straig After our meetings, the Mayor then had forward. me highly critical of the fact that we beca a er build from s offer new The more I find out about the Aren the d pare not com r’s n he decision, the more I question the Mayo and operator with the old ones whe ess. proc aking ion-m allow councillors to see the decis to ed refus had ncilI chaired the scrutiny meeting (Cou original documents. spent ably lors from all four political parties) that The decision about the Arena is prob iled deta the at ing look s in Bristol for many taken more than 10 hour be to est bigg the ioned y to go reports that the Mayor had commiss years and the issues are far too man a s of hour 10 of end from KPMG about the options for Aren the at but, into detail Brabazon iny Island near Temple Meads and the erations, 10 of 11 members of scrut delib Hangar at Filton Airfield. four parties) indicated all from rs ncillo (cou of ber right In the course of our scrutiny, a num they believed Temple Meads was the surprising things became apparent: n. optio a at The appointed builders of the Aren The Mayor is currently indicating he ed by Temple Meads had not been approach ld rees but, as yet, has given no indication disag wou they s KPMG but they told councillor he intends to deal with the increased how of share and be prepared to improve their offer

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News and views from our city councillors Steve Smith (Westbury-on-Trym & Henleaze) MY first full month as you been a busy one as I get r Councillor has to role in earnest, and learn grips with the mo the Council works and how re about how done. Some of the things to get things working on are below. that I’ve been Libraries I attended my first full Cou 17th July, where I questio ncil meeting on future funding for the librned the Mayor on promised to keep the ser ary service. He has vice running as it is until the next local ele ctions in 2020, but when I asked him to con firm the funding that he would bring forw ard years’ budgets, he refused in the next two doubt that he means wh to commit I don’t at expect that our libraries he says and I fully in Henleaze will remain ope Westbury and n, a shame that we still don but it does seem ’t have certainty on the funding. I had the chance to me bers of the Westbury Lib et with memrary of their regular coffee mo Group at one rnings. Usually

when I’m in the library it’s grab some books, so it wa a quick visit to an hour or two there talk s great to spend ing ers about the future of the to lots of usservice. There is incredibly strong sup port for our local libraries, and brilliant com working to support the mitted volunteers m. If you would like to get involved, please contact me and I’ll put you in touch. Children in Care At the same meeting, Cou mously approved the “Co ncillors unanirporate Parenting” strategy, which describes looks after children who how the Council are in care. The strategy makes two ask s of all of us: 1) The Council is launch ing this year, giving children an "EPIC" card in foster families discounts care and their or attractions, activities, etc free entry to . looking for sponsors for They are also celebration events, holidays for children in car rience placements or app e, and work expecould help with any of tharenticeships. If you someone who could, ple t, or you know ase contact me or email epicfund@bristol. org 2) We desperately need .uk more foster carers in Bristol. Fostering is a hug rewarding commitment, e but incredibly and well supported by the Council. Again, if it is something you

could think about, or you know anyone who might be interested, please visit www.bristol. gov.uk/web/fosterwith-bristol-citycouncil to find out more. Stay in Touch The things above are only a small selection of what has been going on. I try to provide more reg ula updates on Facebook, so r and detailed I’m up to and contact me you can see what at fb.com/CouncillorSteveSmith. You can also contact me by email on cllr.steve.smith@bristol. gov on 07769 285266. We hol .uk, or phone d in both Henleaze and We regular forums stbury, which are also good opportunities to is happening locally, and hear about what to ask questions. The next ones are: Henleaze Forum, 20th 7:00pm at Henleaze Lib September rary Westbury Forum, 16th at Coombe Dingle Sports October 7:00pm Centre.

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Henleaze Forum Notwithstanding the counter attraction of England playing Belgium in the FIFA World Cup, thirty people attended the Henleaze Forum on 28 June. A number of topical issues were discussed but the two which attracted most comments were about our local transport options. MYFIRSTMILE Liz Davidson, Chief Marketing Officer of Esoterix Systems, answered questions and provided an update about MYFIRSTMILE. As referred to in June’s Henleaze & Westbury Voice, it is a taxi service connecting Henleaze and Westbury Park commuters with Gloucester Road. Following comments received during the trial period, the daily charge for the combined taxi to and from Gloucester Road and an all-day bus ticket has been reduced from £6 to £4. It is now in line with the cost of a First Bus inner daily ticket. In effect

the taxi element of the journey is free of charge. Charges for longer term tickets have also been reviewed. Another significant change is that the trial period for MYFIRSTMILE has been extended until the end of December 2018. Liz invites residents of Henleaze and Westbury Park to contact her with questions. Please also let her know if you have any concerns about the service. If you are interested in using MYFIRSTMILE, don’t leave it too late as unless the service attracts more users, there is no guarantee that the service will run be available beyond December. Bus Service 2 First Bus plan to carry out a consultation this autumn about the Number 2 Bus Service. Any changes will probably come into effect in January 2019.

Other matters Various other matters were discussed. These included: The Police advised that crime ‘year on year’ is down in Westbury-on-Trym & Henleaze. There is money (paid by developers) available to plant some trees. Bristol City Council is consulting about 20 mph speed limits. Concern was expressed about the roadworks between the Eastfield Inn and Henleaze Road/ Southmead Road.

Overgrown hedges and broken pavements are still an issue. Next Forum If you would like to receive the full notes of the meeting, please send an email to henleazeforum@hotmail.com A paper copy of the notes is also available in Henleaze Library. The next Forum takes place on Thursday 28 September between 7pm and 9pm in Henleaze Library.

20 mph limit - have your say IF you have views on the local speed limits in operation on Westbury and Henleaze roads, a consultation is open to the public until 31 August. The review asks people to consider both 20mph and 30mph roads, with an option to retain the current speed limit or improve it. Roads not included in the initial review list can still be commented on and all results from the consultation will be analysed and considered by the council. The online consultation is available at www.bristol.gov. uk/20mphreview. Paper versions can be found in local libraries.

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CANCER charity Tenovus Cancer Care is celebrating its 75th birthday this year and to celebrate this milestone, is holding a Big Birthday Raffle. The fantastic prizes up for grabs include a MG car, a holiday in the Cotswolds and £50 John Lewis vouchers. You can get your tickets for just £2, from your

local charity shop in Henleaze, which has been a focal point of the community for 22 years. Shop Manager Nina said: ”It’s always lovely to see local people visiting our shop, whether it is to generously donate, shop or to volunteer, as it makes a huge difference. We’re a lovely small team – pop in, have a cup of tea and learn more about volunteering with us.” If you’d like to learn more about Tenovus Cancer Care, visit their website; www. tenovuscancercare. org.uk and to buy raffle tickets online go to www. tenovuscancercare. zaffo.com

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Senior Film Club celebrates two years THE Senior Film Club has now been running for two years in Henleaze, and brings joy each month to many people. The club has received support from the Coop and the John James Foundation enabling it to flourish. Films new and old, comedy and drama, have been shown and proposals for films are accepted from everyone present in the audience. It’s a sociable event where friendships are made over discussions about the film as well as the tea and cake! The next film to be shown is the WWII Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman classic, Casablanca, on Monday August 20. September’s film is Hampstead, a true story, starring Diane Keaton and Brendan Gleeson which will be shown on Monday, September 17. One of the organisers is John

Moore from Home Instead Senior Care who said: “It's wonderful to see how the film club has enabled many people to make new friendships, rekindle old ones and to start socialising again after a knock-back. Our goal in Home Instead Senior Care is to bring joy to the elderly, enable them to live life to the full and to embrace fun activities. “We set the film club up over two years ago and are very grateful for the support given to the club by many local people and organisations.” Henleaze Senior Film Club meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 2pm in St Peter’s Hall, The Drive BS9 4LD. Refreshments include tea and cake and cost £3. Transport is offered by Dial-A-Ride, Tel 0845 139875. For further details, ring Home Instead Senior Care on 0117 989 8210.

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Stoke Bishop junior cricketers triumph UNDER clear blue skies and in searing summer heat Stoke Bishop U9 squad joined five other teams to play in a league format playing standard KwikCricket rules on Sunday 24 June. Everyone gets involved, with 2 points awarded for a win and a bonus point for each 25 runs scored having subtracted the loss of any wickets. Their first game was a narrow loss to a strong Whitchurch side. A comfortable win over Brislington boosted confidence for a very impressive win over Bristol. Lunch was much needed after the first three games and most retired to the clubhouse for picnics and the burger stall whilst (on the television) England started their World Cup football match against Panama. It took some persuasion to get back on the cricket square but the screams of delight from inside kept them assured of national success. There was much excited anticipation as the final scores were written up on the scoreboard. Shrieks of delight accompanied confirmation that Stoke Bishop had finished top... by one point. Coach Oliver Pykett said: “It was a tremendous team effort with all the boys contributing vital runs, wickets, catches and fielding feats at important times. They were thrilled to be awarded with medals and a trophy. “It was great to have enthusiastic parental support on the boundary throughout the tournament and many thanks to Steve and all his team of organisers and caterers at Frenchay Cricket Club for what was a lovely day.”

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n NEWS PEOPLE across Bristol who open their homes to guests from around the world are preparing to welcome their next group of international visitors, this time from Northern Colorado in America. We meet Carole Duckett, president of the Bristol Friendship Force, and Gloria Woodman to find out more about “travelling the world as a guest” and making friends in every corner of the globe. A glimpse of “real life” can be the highlight of a holiday, from finding a little restaurant frequented only by locals to being unexpectedly welcomed to join a village celebration. These insights into another culture are memorable and, as one group of Bristol-based travel-lovers know, valuable experiences. Members of the Bristol Friendship Force (BFF) have been welcomed into homes around the globe, from Azerbaijan to Colombia and Kentucky, to experience the day-to-day routines of people from all walks of life. It’s travelling the world as a guest, rather than a tourist, members say, meeting new people, discovering common ground as well as differences and – most importantly – making friends. The group is part of a global network of Friendship Force clubs spanning more than 60 countries, with visits – or “journeys” – arranged between them. Members from Bristol have just returned from a visit to Calgary and Medicine Hat in Canada and are now preparing to welcome

BISHOPSTON textile enthusiasts should check out the 2018 West Country Quilt and Textile Shown which returns for the fourth consecutive year at the University of the West of England Exhibition Centre, Filton Road, Bristol, BS34 8QZ on Thursday August 30th Saturday September 1st. The show is open from 10am to 4.30pm daily and features talks, workshops and demonstrations as well as traders selling sewing machines, fabrics, quilting accessories, craft accessories, threads, haberdashery, embroidery and quilt kits. A gallery display of

Making lifelong friends in every corner of the world FF members from Northern Colorado to Bristol in September. BFF president Carole Duckett said: “It’s a totally different experience to anything you could do as an ordinary tourist and you end up with people you can call friends all over the world. “We email and phone before each journey and when we finally meet it is already like we have known each other for a long time – I always find that magical. “We are all different but we are in the Friendship Force clubs for the same purpose – to make a little bit of difference and contribute to peace in our own small way.” The Friendship Force was launched, with the backing of US president Jimmy Carter, in 1977 during the Cold War as a non-religious, non-political group with the simple aim to break down barriers between cultures through friendship. In 1992, the organisation was even nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for its work in forging links between the US and Russia. Today there are 15,000 members who take part in “journeys” and act as hosts in their hometowns. Carol said: “There is no better way to get to know people than by staying in their home. Meeting someone for the first time can be daunting to some but it is surprising how quickly you become friends – and language never seems to be a problem even if you don’t speak the same one! “We all learn so much – I recently learned the proper way to drink tequila from some Mexican guests! And when people come to Bristol we can show them things that they wouldn’t see as tourists. Many of our visitors are very interested in how we buy houses and one guest was very curious as to how we all find time to

cook ourselves a full English every morning before work or school!” The September visit from Northern Colorado will include a welcome and farewell party as well as sightseeing in and around Bristol and the group is preparing a busy programme for their guests. The next “journey” away will see members possibly visit Brazil in 2019. The group, which has 36 members, is keen to attract new members of all ages to take part in visits as well as hosting people in the Bishopston area. Besides travelling, the group also organises monthly coffee mornings and lunches as well as social outings such as walks or trips to the theatre. Members also support the candle-lit service hosted every Christmas by the Lord Mayor of Bristol, who is the group’s patron and always meets the Friendship Force members visiting the city. For more information about getting involved, email carole.duckett@caduce.plus. com

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July has been a busy month – seemingly neverending Brexit chaos and lots of summer fetes and school visits alongside two conferences in the constituency. Your Voice in Parliament I had the chance to ask my first question in PMQs in July, the only small problem being that the PM was at the NATO summit. I joked that I had hoped to ask the honourable lady a question while she was still the Prime Minister. Instead, I raised the issue of illegality in the Leave campaign, with the Electoral Commission concluding that the Leave campaign broke spending rules and the Information Commissioner fining Facebook for the Cambridge Analytica scandal. I called for a judge-led inquiry into the Brexit referendum because, if people were duped by an illegal democratic process, they deserve to know about it! There’s also been plenty of Brexit related work going on, including my call for a People’s Vote on

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the final deal and waiting for the Government White Paper on Brexit. Some of the most interesting work in July has been on the Science and Technology Select Committee, where we’ve been looking at the social, physical and mental health impacts of “screen time” and social media on children and young people, and whether we need to bring about a ban on energy drinks for children. I know that many parents struggle to know how best to guide their children on the use of technology, and aren’t able to keep track of all the apps they might be using. I didn’t even know that you could talk to people on Instagram on YouTube! And on energy drinks, companies such as Monster have been before my committee, where I had to give them a pretty tough time about the impact of their marketing on children. A 500ml can of energy drink can contain huge amounts of sugar and caffeine, with many young people drinking multiple cans a day. Teachers attribute tiredness at school to the use of energy drinks, and the Government will now start a consultation on whether to ban them entirely for children. Your Champion in Bristol As part of my mission to visit every school in Bristol North West, I recently enjoyed meeting students and families at the Westbury-on-Trym Church of England Academy fete. I always leave fetes and school visits with hope after seeing our young people with so much energy and enthusiasm about their future. And I keep trying to persuade them to take over from me in a few years time! In recent weeks, I have hosted a Modern Slavery Conference which bought together experts in unethical working practices including Bristol-based charity Unseen, Mayor Marvin Rees and the Police and Crime Commissioner, Sue Mountstevens with local businesses. I want Bristol to be an example of positive action and bring an end to the scourge of modern slavery and unethical working practices – we have

already had too many cases of people being exploited in dodgy nail bars, car washes and construction sites. I urge you to report any concerns to the Modern Slavery Helpline: 08000 121 700. I have also chaired the first of a series of Gridlock Conferences, focused on bringing forward solutions to our transport woes. I am continuing to press the West of England Combined Authority Mayor, Tim Bowles, to bring forward a £50m North Bristol Transport Fund. My conference bought together a wide range of transport providers, developers and community groups to share our experiences of congestion hotspots and, more importantly, how we can work together to solve gridlock on our roads, unreliable and irregular bus and rail networks, and encourage walking and cycling. I’ll be hosting a follow-up event for constituents in early 2019. I am looking forward to meeting a representative from Westbury Business Association in late July. We’ll be discussing nomination of local High Streets to the Great British High Street Awards and how, as an MP, I can help our local retailers thrive in such a tough retail environment. You can find out more here: www.darren-jones.co.uk/high-street-comp Thanks to everyone who joined my July Pub Politics at The Victoria Inn on Chock Lane and my coffee morning on the Downs. If you’d like to keep in touch with what I’m up to (including café and pub politics events) please sign up to my e-newsletter at http://www.darren-jones. co.uk/sign-up or check out my Facebook Page (www.facebook.com/darrenjonesmp) or Twitter (www.twitter.com/darrenpjones). Outside of recess, you can also tune in on Wednesday nights at 19:30 for my weekly Facebook Live from Westminster.

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Carnival, festival, fiesta - we know how to party! SUMMER is in full swing, and Bristolians are making the most of our reputation as a ‘festival city’ St Pauls Carnival returned for its 50th anniversary, coinciding with the 70th anniversary of the Empire Windrush. Fears had been expressed that the carnival might have been lost to the city but with the perseverance of community activists, council officers, and partner organisations such as the Arts Council, it was a huge success. The week after was Bristol’s main Pride event. Many people see Pride as a carnival – a time to have fun. That is an important part of it, but it of course represents so much more than that. Pride is an active stance against discrimination and violence towards the LGBT+ community. The event itself was really well attended, and a huge celebration of diversity, recognising the significant value that it brings to our city. This year’s Harbour Festival, our annual showcase of the city’s culture and maritime heritage, had a huge range of things to do across three miles of the city centre. Building

on last year, its focus returned to water based activities, bringing us back again to the heart of the city and putting a focus on the Harbourside, our traditional gateway to the world. Upfest represents a more modern view of Bristol and its reputation as a street art destination. The event, now in its tenth year, brings an estimated 50,000 people to see the art up close. Of course, the high point for many is the Balloon Fiesta. A key event in our world class calendar of events, we have worked in partnership with the organisers over many years to establish and build the fiesta as a major international event and we continue to support this uniquely Bristol celebration. Finally, I’d like to mention a different type of festival we are currently developing. We are planning on hosting a housing festival which will look at new and innovative ways of providing housing over the coming years. This will explore a host of new approaches, reimagining better ways of living for everyone in

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Hypnobirthing classes on offer for north Bristol mothers NORTH Bristol NHS Trust is offering classes in Hypnobirthing to pregnant mums in Bishopston, Cotham and Redland. Hypnobirthing is an antenatal education programme that teaches you and your birth partner simple but specific self-hypnosis, relaxation and breathing techniques for labour and birth. It was originally developed by qualified hypnotherapist Katherine Graves. Some of the midwives are now trained in Hypnobirthing and are offering a Calm and Confident Hypnobirthing course at Cossham Hospital in Kingswood to help make a difference to your experience of labour and birth. The course teaches: • self-hypnosis to induce deep relaxation • massage techniques to release endorphins, the body’s natural

analgesia (pain relief) • robozo techniques – which help to release oxytocin and loosen your pelvic area • visualisation exercises and affirmations to make you feel calm, confident and positive. The cost of the is £250.00 and is available either as a fourweek evening course from 7pm to 10pm or a full weekend course from 10am to 5pm. Wendy Proctor, one of the KG Hypnobirthingtrained midwives said: “Whilst working on delivery suite I became interested in supporting women who used Hypnobirthing, and was amazed how women were able to cope using the techniques. When I became pregnant myself I completed a course on Hypnobirthing and used it to amazing effect. I can

honestly say that I don't think I would have coped as well without it. “Now as a Community Midwife I've had the pleasure of supporting many women in their home who choose to use Hypnobirthing to further aid their relaxation.” For more information visit www.nbt.nhs.uk/hypnobirthing

Health trust's annual meeting NORTH Bristol NHS Trust is holding its annual general meeting on Thursday, 2 August and is encouraging people to come along. The main session will be a chance to hear from the chief executive, deputy director of finance and the new chair. The meeting is being held in the Learning & Research building at Southmead Hospital at 5pm. There will also be stalls and information, including some of our NHS 70 memorabilia exhibits, set up ahead of the meeting from 4.15pm. To register to attend the Annual Public Meeting and to submit a question in advance please email Trust.Secretary@ nbt.nhs.uk

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n NEWS FOR a number of years, Hillsdon Road has been used as a “rat run” for drivers wanting to avoid the Falcondale Road/Henbury Road traffic lights. Requests for traffic calming measures had made no real progress until last November, when residents came across

Creative way to curb speeders a scheme sponsored by TRL (Transport Research Laboratory) and run by Community Corners, in conjunction with the council. The plan was to place some

large planters (wooden boxes) containing a range of plants in the road to create a chicaneeffect and encourage drivers to reduce their speed. Local people had to complete a survey and, if there was sufficient interest, there was the possibility of getting the scheme selected. Rigby Allen and Malcolm Neave stated: “We completed a series of surveys, covering traffic speeds, volumes, parking and residents' perceptions. Our readiness to get involved and suitability for traffic calming won the day! Following a series of meetings regarding planning and

design for the planters, street painting, ordering equipment, organising the street closure, the Council approved our proposals. “On 14 April we manned road closure barriers, painted the road in various places, positioned the planters in the road, added the reflective warning signs and filled them with soil and plants. What a day! The weather was lovely; many residents helped with all the tasks and we had a bit of fun too – a great sense of community spirit! “Big thanks must go out to Community Corners for their support and, of course, to the residents for making it happen.”

Filton Garden Club outing to Sherborne Castle Jog on Meningitis MENINGITIS Now charity invites the people of Henleaze to lace up their trainers and tell the illness to jog on. All you need to do is pledge to run, jog or walk 50km over 50 days and raise £50, at your own pace and in your own way. It’s a simple concept that will help to fund research to eradicate the disease, raising awareness and supporting survivors. If you know someone who’s

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MEMBERS of Filton Garden Club enjoyed a greenfingered outing to Sherborne Castle on July 11. Dot Bryant said: “Fortunately it was one of the cooler days during this heatwave and we were able to enjoy a gentle stroll around the lake enjoying the beautiful views and the tranquility, without suffering from heat exhaustion - the perfect weather in fact. The historic house, built by Sir Walter Raleigh in 1594, was

full of wonderful collections of art, furniture and porcelain and was worthy of a whole day's exploration!” Club meetings are held at St Teresa's Social Club on the first Wednesday of each month at 7.30pm, where members enjoy listening to entertaining speakers in a friendly and sociable atmosphere, with the opportunity to join in trips to interesting locations. For further information contact Pat and Brian Smith on 0117 975 9126.

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All our Family Adventure Days THIS August the Golden Hill Community Garden are running more days for families with a child or children with SEND and their siblings. Funded by the Lottery Awards, for All our Family Adventure Days are a great chance for you and your children to come and enjoy the garden! There will be parachute games and music, sensory play and silly games, tree climbing, pond dipping, digging, snack toasting, building and being all together. There is always something for everyone to enjoy on these special days - 16th and 30th August, from 11am - 3pm. Just £5 per child covers all the activities and a delicious lunch that the children will help harvest from the garden and cook, including pizzas from the giant clay frog oven. The garden is wheelchair accessible including the toilet. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds.

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(downward facing hero pose) Practice time: 2-3 minutes. *For those who have been collecting the series, this pose is the penultimate movement. The final pose of the sequence was featured in Julyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s issue and finishes the sequence with a simple lying down pose. This pose is the penultimate in the 12-asana sequence started last September. It is a repeat of the first pose, but where that was a working version in preparation for the sequence, this is a more restful pose for the end of your practice.

Benefits: A quietening pose at the end of practice. Stretches out the shoulder joints and relieves back pain.

Breathe consciously throughout this pose. Continually bringing your awareness back to your breath will help relax your mind and body even further, preparing your body for a deep, renewed state of health and wellbeing. 1. Kneel on the floor. Touch your big toes together and sit on your heels. Separate your knees to the width your hips. If you are stiff, widen your knees a little more. 2. S tretching your arms forward one-by-one, extend your torso further forward and down between your thighs, the left side of the torso resting along the inner left thigh and the right side along the right inner thigh. Place your hands on the floor in front of you. Allow your sit bones to nestle down onto your heels. 3. R est your forehead on the floor or on a folded blanket (do not feel strain in the neck). Quieten the eyes, rest the tongue, and let the breath be gentle. From here, you can now bend the elbows and rest the lower arms on the floor to fully rest in this pose.

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Books, environment and global warming “WHAT is the one action everyone could take to fight climate change?” asked a member of the audience at the recent Desert Island Books event at Redland Library. “Read some books, find out what’s going on and start some conversations,” said Ian Roderick, a member of the panel discussing ‘Books, Environment and Global Warming.’ The event was organised by Friends of Redland Library, who asked the panel to recommend a book about the environment or global warming, together with a ‘wild card’ - a book in any genre that they would like to read on the desert island. Ian Roderick is Director at the Schumacher Institute for Sustainable Systems and joining him on the panel were Darren Hall, Project Manager, Bristol Community Land Trust; Honor Eldridge, incoming Head of Policy, The Sustainable Food Trust; Chris Bennett, Head of Behaviour Change and Engagement, Sustrans and Jenny Briggs, Account Manager, Green House PR. Darren started the discussion with his recommendation Sapiens: A Brief History of Human Kind by Yuval Noah Harari. Tracing the evolution of our species from pre-history to the present day, the book looks at how humans became custodians of the natural world

Get set for the Balloon Fiesta St Peter’s Hospice has been announced as the official charity partner of the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta, August 9 - 12, in the year that both organisations celebrate their 40th anniversary. Sarah Allen-Gunn, Head of Fundraising for St Peter’s Hospice, said: “We’re beyond thrilled to be the official charity partner. “We’ll need lots of volunteers at the event to help us so we’re calling on local people to support us. We’re hugely grateful to Bailey Balloons who have given us a balloon flight for two on the Sunday evening which we’re raffling off on our website to raise money for the Hospice.” To volunteer or enter the online raffle, visit www.stpetershospice. org/balloonfiesta

and examines our impact of on the planet. In a more specific context, Honor chose Gunfighter Nation: The Myth of the Frontier in Twentieth Century America by Richard Slotkin. Showing why nature has only economic – rather than intrinsic - value in the United States, Slotkin offers a valuable insight into recent political decisions affecting the physical landscape of America. Capitalism also plays a major role in Chris’ desert island pick, This Changes Everything: Capitalism vs. the Climate by Naomi Klein, which shows that society must fundamentally transform if we are to tackle climate change. A daunting prospect, but as he pointed out, it is a hopeful book.

Continuing the optimistic theme, Ian recommended, The Winning of the Carbon War by Jeremy Leggett. Written in the style of a diary from 2013 to 2015 in the lead up to COP21 in Paris, the book shows that although environmental change is supertanker slow, it can – and does - happen. Jenny recommended Roger Deakin’s nature writing classic, Wildwood: A Journey Through Trees, which takes the reader across Europe to Central Asia and Australia to discover what lies behind our profound connection with wood and trees. With her ‘wild card’, Jenny went for My House in Damascus: An Inside View of the Syrian Crisis, by Diana Darke. Ian chose Lila by Robert Persig, a book

he has already read three times and would happily read again. The Snow Leopard by Robert Matthiessen, the story of a journey through the Himalayas, was Chris’ ‘wild card’, while Honor’s pick was Diana Henry’s Crazy Water, Pickled Lemons: Enchanting Dishes from the Middle East, Mediterranean and North Africa, because, “It was one of the first cookery books to make me care about food.” Closing the event with a call to action, Darren’s ‘wild card’ recommendation was Trying Hard is Not Good Enough by Mark Friedman, a reminder that if we are to fight climate change we must all play our part. Taking Ian’s advice, reading the panel’s recommendations is a good place to begin.

Share some Desert Island Books THE Friends of Redland Library are hosting another Desert Island Books evening on Tuesday 14 August. The venue is Redland Library and the event starts at 7pm, with doors opening at 6:45pm. Admission is £3. In Desert Island Books, a panel of interesting people select one book on the main theme for the event; and a second ‘wildcard book’, being a book that they have enjoyed and would recommend to others. The theme for this event is “Books, Religion & Ethics” and the panel comprises: Kalsoom Bashir (Muslim

Chaplain, University of Bristol) Dr Kieran Flanagan (Senior Research Fellow in Sociology, University of Bristol) Rev’d Dr Tim Gibson (Senior Lecturer UWE, journalist and priesttheologian) Rev’d Rachel Haig (Community Minister, Tyndale Baptist Church, Bristol) Rabbi Monique Mayer (Rabbi of the Bristol & West Progressive Jewish Congregation) Life can be full of ethical dilemmas. How can our faiths

and beliefs help us meet these challenges? What lessons can be drawn from books, whether fictional tales, biographies or religious texts? The event is organised by The Friends of Redland Library, a voluntary group set up to support Redland Library, helping to sustain and improve its service, and also connecting it with the local and wider community. Redland Library is situated on Whiteladies Road, close to Clifton Down train station. For further information, contact Friends.Of.Redland. Library@outlook.com of call 07909 918340.

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n IT HOME HELP An Update on Updates I AM inundated these days with calls from confused computer clients all asking the same question: “A program has popped up on my computer telling me I need to update – do I do it or not?” I understand their confusion – after all, the watchword in recent years has to been to be extremely wary of clicking links that download viruses or malware. But the fact is that this is the preferred method of upgrading/ updating programs by pretty well all the major players – Microsoft, Apple, Google et al - these days. And the general increased risk of security threats means that those major players are throwing out security and bug-fix updates more frequently than ever and we DO need to install them to stay safe and up to date. The trouble is, in the middle of these useful/essential updates are other updates that you DON'T necessarily need - or may want to

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Generally they can be trusted. If your Anti Virus software says it NEEDS to be updated – do it straight away. But DO NOT confuse this with their attempts to sell you extra add-on packages to fix “performance issues”. If you're suddenly faced with a screen asking you to pay money, do NOT do so unless you are sure you want the additional services. If the update comes from a provider you don't recognise, don't update it until you can find out more. In essence, be wary, but DON'T just ignore updates. Russell Isaac can be contacted on 0774 775 3764 or via www. ithomehelp.biz

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Reaching out to minority ethnic carers

LOCAL charity Carers Support Centre has produced some short films in different community languages to encourage minority ethnic carers to seek support. Carers are entitled to support, but for many carers from minority ethnic backgrounds there can be significant language and cultural barriers to them getting the vital help they need. These short films aim to address those barriers by providing important information in community languages. They are in Mandarin, Cantonese, Punjabi, Urdu, and Gujarati. A carer is someone who looks after a family member or friend who is ill, frail, disabled or has mental health or substance misuse problems. All the care they give is

WOULD you like to help an Adult Learn to Read? A National Charity, Read Easy, which has been working in South Bristol since early 2015, is now expanding into areas of North and West Bristol. This will provide a great opportunity for adults who are English speakers and want to learn to read or simply improve their reading. The Charity is also looking for people who would like to become reading coaches. It uses a scheme that has been specially designed to be delivered by people who are not trained teachers and therefore the opportunity to become a coach is open to people from a wide range of backgrounds who, after an initial day's training, can then become a coach. So if you know someone who could benefit from improving their reading why not encourage them to start with Read Easy by calling 07941 078332. Read Easy provides a coach

unpaid. The films show individual carers talking

about their day-to-day lives. They explain that a real barrier to getting help is that many people do not think of themselves as carers, so they do not know that they can get any help or support for themselves. Feng cares for her daughter and was interviewed for the Chinese films. She says, "Chinese people don't know the term 'carer' because we naturally look after our family when they get ill. It was my GP who said I'm a carer." The films have been produced in partnership with local community organisations Dhek Bhal and Bristol and Avon Chinese Women's Group. You can watch the films on the Carers Support Centre website, carerssupportcentre.org.uk

Charity puts out an appeal to recruit reading coaches

who meets twice a week for half an hour with the reader at a time and place convenient for both. Working as a pair allows them to go at exactly the right pace for

the reader. There is no charge for the sessions or materials. On the other hand if you are interested in becoming a coach you will find much more

information about Read Easy on our website www.readeasy.org. uk including testimonials from readers and coaches across the South West. The work is very rewarding for both coach and reader. After only two months one of our readers turned to her coach and with a look of joy said: “I’m not just sounding this out, I’m reading it, aren’t I?” There are two ways you can help an adult learn to read and Read Easy Bristol would love to hear from you if you are interested in becoming a coach or would like to put us in touch with someone who would like to improve their reading. Contact Bristol@readeasy. org.uk or call 07941 078332.

Guide to settling into a care home A NEW, free advice guide has been developed by Independent Age, the older people’s charity, called Settling into a care home, which aims to make the transition of moving into a care home easier. There are currently more than 400,000 people living in care homes in the UK, including a substantial number in Westbury-on-Trym and Henleaze, but often new residents don’t know what to expect when they get there, or how to plan ahead for their move. The guide aims to make this

process smoother and less stressful. Settling into a care home, which was written with advice from care home staff, residents and family members, offers advice on planning ahead to help the move go smoothly. The guide includes topics such as thinking about what to take, questions to ask before you get there, and tips on what to expect when you arrive, as well as advice for friends and family about helping someone else settle into a care home. Independent Age has also launched a

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EVERY week children are visiting their local care homes for the elderly, bringing their toys, songs and most importantly smiles and love. In many care homes, elderly residents receive very few visitors from week to week; many suffer from loneliness and depression. And, many young children are growing up without grandparents nearby. Links between the generations are being lost, and these playgroups are helping to reconnect them. Thanks to Acorns ’n’ Oaks, over 200 volunteer parents and children from Bristol and beyond have chosen a playgroup with a difference. Hosted by care homes for the elderly, the children brighten people’s days, just by being themselves. In one year the project has grown from a single group, to 25 registered groups with an ever-increasing waiting list. In order to support the groups and allow this growth, they are crowdfunding at www. acornsnoaks.org.uk The first playgroup was started by Gilly Wilson, founder and director of Acorns ’n’ Oaks Playgroups CIC, at the Westbury Nursing Home in July 2017. The televised Channel 4 documentary Old People's Home for 4-year-olds, which was filmed at St Monica Trust Cote Lane retirement village, spread the word around Bristol through Facebook, and interest in the

Playgroups in care homes unite the generations project grew rapidly. Each group is run by a volunteer parent, who facilitates the group where children from 0-5 years bring along some of their own toys to share, sing some songs and share snacks with the residents. It is free to attend. Care homes provide a warm welcome, including refreshments enjoyed by carers and children alike. The administration of the project is carried out by a team of dedicated volunteers. Acorns ’n’ Oaks Playgroups create happiness, joy and wellbeing by bringing children and older people together. "The children make my heart feel happy," confided one resident. In another care home, staff reported that “Residents are asking for their breakfast to be served earlier on Mondays, so they can secure a seat in the lounge ready for the visit, such is the demand to see the children.” Dr Jennie Ferrell from the University of the West of England is an expert in Child Development and Intergenerational Contact. Her support is not only as a Volunteer

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Group Leader, but by bringing students from the Psychology department to study the benefits that these sessions can bring to all generations participating. She plans to explore the best activities to promote wellbeing and positive attitudes in all generations involved. In our local area, Acorns ’n’ Oaks Playgroups operate in the morning at Druid Stoke Residential Home on Tuesdays, Westbury Nursing Home on Wednesdays, St Monica’s Westbury Fields on Thursdays,

and at Hazelwood Gardens in Westbury-on-Trym and Aabletone Nursing Home, Sneyd Park on Fridays. Acorns ’n’ Oaks Playgroups CIC (Community Interest Company) is a not-for-profit and has started a fundraising campaign. This is essential to support growth to meet demand, where many groups have waiting lists and new homes continue to register to start a group. To donate see www. acornsnoaks.org.uk

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Southmead Hospital Charity gives a £60k birthday present to the NHS A NEW patient transport ambulance has been bought by Southmead Hospital Charity to help patients to get home from hospital quicker to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the NHS. The charity handed over the £61,000 ‘birthday gift’ to Southmead Hospital today ahead of the NHS marking its 70th year on Thursday July 5. The patient transport ‘home from hospital’ ambulance will serve local communities in Bristol and South Gloucestershire, taking patients who have been discharged from hospital home. The new ambulance will replace one of North Bristol NHS Trust’s three home transfer vehicles but it will be the only home transfer ambulance capable of carrying patients with obesity.

Until now the hospital has had to bring in a private ambulance company to provide a bariatric ambulance. Simon Woods, director of Ffacilities at NBT, said: “The new ambulance will take all patients home including bariatric patients, speeding up the discharge process and reducing private ambulance spend. “Patients who are ready to leave hospital will benefit from being at home quicker, and we are able to ensure that beds are available sooner for new patients coming into the hospital. “We’d like to thank Southmead Hospital Charity for purchasing this new ambulance as part of the NHS 70 celebrations and for helping us to provide exceptional healthcare to our patients.” The new ambulance features

an image of a nurse and patient along with charity’s logo and branding so it will be noticeable as it drives around the local communities. Elizabeth Bond, head of fundraising at Southmead Hospital Charity, said: “We are very proud to be able to support North Bristol NHS Trust with the purchase of this new ambulance. “We wanted to celebrate the milestone of 70 years in the NHS by giving back with a gift that will have a big impact on future generations.

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Help stop wildlife spreading rubbish DON’T let critters spread the waste is the message from Bristol City Council and Bristol Waste Company who are encouraging everyone in the city to be responsible with their rubbish. If people leave their rubbish in a bag or next to the bin,

wildlife such as gulls, foxes and rats can get hold of it and spread it around. The message is simple – use the bin, or if it’s full, use another one or take your rubbish with you. Mayor Marvin Rees supports this latest Clean Streets initiative. He says: “Keeping Bristol clean is all of our responsibility and we’re trying to educate people about the consequences of littering. “During the summer there is usually an increase in the amount of rubbish left in Bristol’s parks and green spaces. We want to encourage people to help make the city cleaner for everyone, so we can all enjoy the summer months.” Litter Critter animal installations will feature on 150 bins from July in ‘hot spot’ areas across the city centre with the message, ‘Don’t feed the litter critters!’. This summer the council is employing thirteen additional grounds maintenance staff to

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Seriously Awkward writing competition A WRITING competition has been launched that may be of interest to bored teenagers at home in Henleaze during the summer holidays. Are you 16 or 17 or do you have memories of life at this often challenging age? If so, you may be interested in entering a creative writing competition being run by The Children’s Society as part of the charity’s Seriously Awkward campaign. The campaign aims to improve life for vulnerable 16 and 17-year-olds by securing more sustained help for them as they move into adulthood with issues like mental health, housing and access to employment. The competition - run in partnership with Viking, an imprint of Penguin Random House - is looking for fictional stories by unpublished writers of up to 2,000 words about this awkward age, with categories for both young people aged 16-25

and adults aged 26 and over. Writing experts including international best-selling author Emma Healey, who has just published her second novel, Whistle in the Dark, will judge the competition, and the winners will be offered expert advice and feedback by top literary agencies Darley Anderson and David Higham Associates. Your story can highlight the ups and downs of this age, be in any fiction genre and be written from any perspective. Could it be about a 16-year-old making daunting decisions about their future, or falling in love and making new friends at 17? A parent terrified about their child leaving home? Or a social worker trying to protect a young person from harm? So if you're feeling inspired, visit www.childrenssociety.org. uk/writing to find out more and enter by 31 August 2018. Good luck!

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KELLAWAY Pharmacy now runs a Meningitis B and Travel Vaccination clinic, offering the lowest prices in the city. The recent hot weather certainly makes Bristol a great staycation destination. When it is too hot for too long, there are health risks. The main risks from a heatwave are: dehydration (not having enough water) and overheating. Who is most at risk? • older people, especially those over 75 • babies and young children • people with a serious heart or breathing problems • people with mobility problems – for example, people with Parkinson's disease or who have had a stroke • people with serious mental health problems • people on medications that affect sweating and temperature control • people who misuse alcohol or drugs

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food, water and any medications you need. How do I know if someone needs help? Check up on friends, relatives and neighbours who may be less able to look after themselves. Symptoms to look out for are breathlessness, chest pain confusion, intense thirst, weakness, dizziness and cramps which get worse or don't go away Get the person somewhere cool to rest. Give them plenty of fluids to drink and contact NHS 111 or the GP immediately. Remember at Kellaway Pharmacy we can also help you with sun protection and hay fever remedies. This alongside advice for managing and storing your medicines. For those jetting off on holiday, make sure to call our travel clinic for advice and the best prices 0800 7723575

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EXTRAORDINARY new revelations about Blackbeard, the world’s most famous pirate, are promised in Show of Strength’s new walking tour of Bristol docks – just in time for the 300th anniversary of his death. Edward Teach, aka Blackbeard, was born in Bristol in the 1680s. Probably. Only there are no records to prove it. But new information from Jamaica supports his Bristol origins, and even fills in some of the missing details of his life. The real Blackbeard couldn’t have been more different from your average, rum soaked TREASURE ISLAND pirate. Much of what we do know about him – including his legendary brutality – was probably self invented. Blackbeard created his own fake news to terrorise his enemies into an early surrender. Sheila Hannon, Show Of Strength’s Creative Producer, said: “BLOOD, BLACKBEARD AND BUCCANEERS may change your view of pirates forever.

“Blackbeard was killed in November 1718 on the orders of Woodes Rogers, the new Governor of the Bahamas, who sailed from Bristol to put an end to piracy. The tour includes remarkable new information from Jamaica and tells the truth about pirates and privateers in Bristol.” Researched, written and produced by Show of Strength, BLOOD, BLACKBEARD AND BUCCANEERS starts at The Golden Guinea in Redcliffe and ends close to The Centre. The tours take place on Wednesdays at 7pm and Saturdays at 3pm from Wed 25 July until Wed 12 September. For details and tickets see http://showofstrength.org.uk/

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n WHAT’S ON IN OUR AREA REGULAR EVENTS IN OUR AREA Monday n Westbury-on-Trym Women’s Institute meet at WOT Methodist Church, Portland Lounge on the third Monday of the Month (not Aug.) from 2.00 – 4.00pm. Visitors Welcome. For more information call Sue on 01179502826. n Canford Bowling Club, Canford Park, Westbury On Trym. All welcome on Monday’s at 5.45pm. Flat-soled shoes please. Further information call 01179 69 4532. n Redland Wind Band rehearses at the Quakers Meeting Room on Gloucester Road at 7.30pm. We sometimes have vacancies, currently mainly for bass instruments, horns and percussionists. Contact Andy Brown at redlandwindband@googlemail. com or on 07594240269 or via our website www.redlandwindband. co.uk. Get in touch to be put on our mailing list or would like to book us for events or fundraisers.

n Redland Green Choir meets for rehearsals every Monday 7.30pm9.30pm at Redland Green School. We sing a wide variety of music. New members welcome: no auditions. For more information, visit www.rgscommunitychoir. wordpress.com or phone 0117 9443042. n City Voices Bristol welcomes new members. A friendly mixed voice local choir singing a wide range of music rehearses at 7.30pm-9.30pm at Red Maids School. No previous experience and no auditions, just come along for a trial rehearsal. For more details contact the Secretary at members@cityvoicesbristol.com or visit www.cityvoicesbristol.com n RAFA, City of Bristol branch and club Eastfield Westbury on Trym for ex-RAF and associate members. Skittle Ally, parties and functions. Live entertainment on Saturday evenings. Open Monday to Saturday lunchtimes and evenings. Sundays noon till 5pm. All enquiries telephone 0117 3291913. n Trinity Henleaze Ladies Guild meet fortnightly on Mondays at 7.30 pm in the Leonard Hall,

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Waterford Road. All welcome. For more information call Jenny Rich on 01179620108 n Senior Film Club, every third Monday in the month at 2pm in 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 Bristol Good Afternoon Choir At Trinity-Henleaze URC. Every Monday 2-4pm (not in school holidays). www.goodafternoonchoir.org 01761 472468 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 Henleaze Bowling Club welcomes new Members. Come along to our free Coaching sessions at 6pm on Monday evenings (excluding Bank Holidays) to see if the sport is for you. Phone the Secretary, Tom Logan, on 01179621669 for further details.

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n WHAT'S ON n Morris dance class for Fitness and Fun. Small friendly group, live music. No performance element. No partner or experience needed. Horfield URC Muller Road 7.158.15pm £5 per session ffi Kim 07813346819 email dancword2@ yahoo.co.uk 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

Tuesday n Bristol Brunel Lions Club – We meet at Shirehampton Golf Club on the first Tuesday of every month at 7 for 7.30 and 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. See Bristol Brunel Lions Club on line or contact our Club Secretary Bill O’Neill at lion.bill@virginmedia.com n Westbury Walkers- Meet at Meet outside the Co-op in Westbury @ 9.20am on a Tuesday morning. New Walkers welcome! Please contact for further details: Jean Maish on 0117 3301194/07789741892, email jmaish@blueyonder.co.uk or Mary Ford mobile 07779448090 home 0117 9824623 n Alcoholics Anonymous meet at the Methodist Church in WoT every Tuesday @ 7.30pm n Ladies badminton at Westburyon-Trym Village Hall, 9.45 to 12 noon. Tel 0117 909 1714. n Scottish Country Dancing. Get fit and have fun with Westbury Scottish Club. Classes for beginners

at Leonard Hall, Trinity-Henleaze URC, Waterford Road, Henleaze, (Tel: Maggie 01934 838175). Classes for more advanced dancers at St Peter's Church Hall, Henleaze, (Tel: Cheryl 0117 4012416). 7.30 to 9.30 pm. Details at wscbristol.co.uk. n The Mosaic Singers are a compact group but would like to grow our line-up with an additional Soprano, Alto,Tenor and Bass. One of each would be great. We rehearse in Stoke Bishop on Tuesday evenings, where a warm and friendly welcome is assured. In you would like to find out more, please phone David Vicary on 0797 346 0994. n Melody Makers Baby Friendly Choir. A fun and friendly daytime choir for ladies with babies and toddlers. Tuesday 10:30-11:30am during term time at The Eastfield Inn, Henleaze Road. Membership only. Book a FREE taster - www. melodymakerschoir.co.uk n St Peters of Henleaze Keep fit group would like to invite you to attend their weekly sessions every Tuesday at 9.30am. This is a men only group of 60+ year olds who enjoy regular exercise taken by fitness Professional Natasha Johnson for only £4 per session. Please contact Keith Bonham on 01179684972 or just turn up. n Dance Fit, Tuesdays 12-1pm at St Peters Church Hall, The Drive, Henleaze. A fun fitness class with dance steps from salsa, cha cha, swing etc. Variety of music, 60's-80's, Latin, Pop, Big Band, World & more! No experience needed. Wear fitness clothes/trainers. FFI tel Cressida 0117 9391672/07808 581739. n Ladies Badminton group, Tuesday afternoons, at Stoke Bishop Villiage Hall 2pm - 4pm. Friendly group all ages, and ability ( men welcome) Just turn up or contact Pat 0117 9149511

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n River of Life Christian Centre, Trym Road, WoT every Tuesday from 2-4 pm we have a tea, coffee and cake with a few games thrown in for retired age people. Free of charge. n We are Westbury Folk – Folk/ Country Dancing. We meet at The College in College Road, Westbury on Trym. We meet on Tuesdays, 1 – 3 pm to have fun, get some exercise and, of course, stop for a cup of tea. All dances are called first. Ffi call Christine on 0117 9622223. n A new knitting and crochet group has been set up in the local area. All abilities welcome, including beginners. 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month, 10:30 am at JP Destiny, Kellaway Avenue. 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, 7:00 pm at The Eastfield Inn, Henleaze Road. Contact Stephanie Toft-Jones at poppytoft@hotmail.com or visiting our facebook group 'Bristol Knitting and Crochet. 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 Talking Tables Cooking Sessions, Tuesdays at Lawrence Weston Community Farm, from 12 June-31 July, 10am - 1pm. Designed for those aged 50+ who want to feel more confident with cooking and meet new people, 6-8 week cooking sessions will provide the skills and knowledge to cook nutritious and tasty food. Contact LinkAge Network 0117 353 3042. n The Arts Society Bristol is for those who enjoy the arts and welcomes new members. Activities include lectures by specialists in their field. From September the lectures will be at 8pm on the second Tuesday each month at Redmaids' High School BS9 3AW. More information is on our website www.theartssociety-bristol.org.uk

Wednesday n Henleaze Townswomen’s Guild meet at St Peter’s Church Hall, Henleaze on the first Wednesday of the month (except Aug) from 7.15pm. Call Shirley Phillips on 0117 962 2243 for further details. n Local Winemaking & Social Club meets at the Common Room, Studland Court Elderly peoples residents on Henleaze Road from 8pm to 10pm on the second Wednesday of each month. They are a small and friendly group looking

for new members. Evening include wine making, tasting and social events. Call Paul Johnson for further details on 0117 9508370. n Zumba Gold/Light (lower impact class) at Westbury-onTrym Village Hall, 5.30pm. www. bristoldancezumba.co.uk. n In Step Widows and Widowers Club meets weekly from 8-10pm at Stoke Bishop Village Hall. Call 9628895 orDonna on 01275 832676 for details. n Why not join Welsh National Opera friends? We support this world class company and everyone is very Welcome to join. We offer:monthly evening meetings at redmaids high school. Monthly on wednesdays at 7.15pm-these are talks with music. Costs- £7.00 (friends £5.00) students £1.00 - There are many other benefits. For further information contact: Margaret borkowski:borkmail@gmail.com n St Peter's Ladies Guild meets in the hall, The Drive, Henleaze at 2pm on the third Wednesday of the month. Speakers, refreshments, outings. Contact 9628895 for more information. n Bristol Cabot Probus Club for retired and semi-retired professional and business men to maintain contact and fellowship with people of similar interests. Group meets third Wednesday of each month at BAWA Club in Southmead Rd. Lunch is followed by a guest speaking on

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n WHAT'S ON a wide range of interesting subjects. In June and December ladies join us for the lunch. Extensive programme of social events including holidays, day trips, Sunday lunches and skittles to which ladies are welcomed. We are principally a social meeting place and not based on charitable activities. Contact John Howard-Cairns for more details: 0117 968 3134. n Henleaze Garden Club meet on the first Wednesday of each month in the Main Hall, St. Monica’s Trust, Cote Lane. Doors open 7pm for 7.30 start. Visitors are welcome: entry £5 (inc. refreshments). Details: www. henleazegardenclub.co.uk n Knitnatterstitch. Term time, Wednesdays 9.30 -11.30@the Coffee Bar, Trinity-Henleaze United Reformed Church, Waterford Road, Henleaze. Please contact Paula at knitnatterstitch@gmail.com for details. 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 Pete on 07870589555. n Melody Makers Pop Choir. An evening choir for men and women singing popular songs. Wednesday's term time 7:30-9:00pm The Eastfield Inn, Henleaze. Book a FREE taster www.melodymakerschoir.co.uk n Clifton Women’s Institute We meet at 7.30pm on the last Wednesday of the month at Alma Church, Alma Road, Clifton BS8 2ES. Contact by email: thecliftonwi@ gmail.com or visit www.cliftonwi. blogspot.co.uk Take advantage of our guest visits which are just £4 (max.three per year). Full membership details available. n Tai Chi for health and happiness. Local beginners classes starting in September - Tuesdays 11-12 and Wednesdays 2-3pm. For details contact: Karen on 0117 9424167 or see www.taichiworksbristol.co.uk n Nature Cafe for over 55s and friends First Weds of the month 2-4pm. Lawrence Weston Community Farm, Saltmarsh Drive BS11 0NJ. Gentle walk around the farm, craft activity and tea and cake! n Westbury Park WI is the local WI for Westbury Park, Henleaze and Bishopston. We meet on the first Wednesday of the month from 7.30pm in Redland Church Hall, Redland Green Road, BS6 7HE. Guest fees are £4 per meeting – Glass of wine £2, tea, coffee, soft drinks 50p, other refreshment

options available, biscuits/cake free. Email westburyparkwi@ gmail.com or see website www. westburyparkwi.org.uk n Bristol Scrabble Club meets every Wednesday at 7.15 pm at Upper Horfield Community Trust (next to Eden Grove Church). New members welcome - first visit free so come and give it a go. For further information contact Sue on 0117 9247871. n A great opportunity has arisen to join Bristol Choral Society. Due to a change in rehearsal venue (after 30 years) from central Bristol to Henleaze, the Bristol Choral Society is actively recruiting for all voice parts for next season. Rehearsals begin on Sept 3rd at Trinity Henleaze URC Church, Wednesdays, 7.15 - 9.30pm. To read more about us go to www.bristolchoral.co.uk. Or just turn up to a rehearsal, letting choir@bristolchoral.co.uk know in advance so that we can welcome you and provide music.

Thursday n Henleaze Carers Group - A place to share experiences and make new friends. Meeting on the second and fourth Thursday morning of each month from 10am to 12 noon @ Bradbury Hall, Waterford Road, Henleaze. Call Mrs M Rudston on 0117 9426095 for further details. n Henleaze Townswoman’s Guild (Mornings) meet at The Eastfield Inn, Henleaze Road on the third Thursday of every month from 10am to 12noon. Call Elaine Anderson on 0117 9075279 for further information. n Embroidery Club at Westbury-onTrym Village Hall, 7.30pm. Tel: 0117 9501743 n Henleaze & District Flower Club meet on the second and fourth Thursday of the month at Bradbury Hall, Waterford Road, Henleaze. New members are always welcome. The second Thursdays are Flower demonstrations and the fourth are practise classes. n The Friendly Club meets every Thursday from 2-4pm (except August and major holidays) in the Methodist Church Hall, Westbury on Trym. We are a lively group of older people who meet to chat, play Scrabble and card games. Regular trips out and entertainments are arranged plus we have delicious tea and biscuits for only £1! Do come and make some new friends. Transport can be sometimes arranged. Contact 0117 9508644. n Drop-In Healing Centre at

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The Friends Meeting House, 126 Hampton Road, Redland, BS6 6JE. Thursdays from 5.00pm to 6.30pm. Run by Bristol Healing Group on a donation basis and supported by members of NFSH The Healing Trust. Come along and try a healing session, everyone is welcome. For more information phone 0117 9466434 or 0117 9082061. n Flowers by arrangement Is a new informal supper group, meeting the first Thursday of each month, 6.159.00pm Kondi Braserrie Henleaze. Enjoy good food & company whilst creating your own floral arrangement. Contact Jane Voke for more info 0117 9622440 n Shared Reading Westbury Library. We read aloud a short story and a poem pausing for discussion. You sit back, relax, enjoy or you can read or share your ideas. Thursday 11 a.m. - 12.30 p.m. It's free, all welcome. Drop in or contact Christine Betts 07967 332821 for more information. n Stoke Lodge Ramblers welcomes new members. Small, friendly groups walk 8-10 miles on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month; 4-7 miles on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month. Please look at our website www.stokelodgeramblers. wordpress.com or contact Secretary 0117 950 0934 for more information. Please come and try a walk or two before joining. n Scottish Country Dancing (RSCDS) Singles and couples get fit and enjoy the company of experienced and not-so experienced dancers in the beautiful surroundings of the St. Monica's Trust theatre on The Downs. Expert tuition and Beginners' class on site. St. Monica's, Cote Lane, Westburyon-Trym BS9 3UN 7.30 - 10.00pm. Phone Martin (07786-609940) or visit http://www.rscdsbristol.info/ 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 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

53 to see new members. Please come and try a rehearsal without obligation. To find out more contact Jane English (07752 332278) or Jean Wickham (0117 9624466). n Does local history give you a buzz? West Bristol History Group have some fantastic talks coming up in the next few months: Thurs Jan 11, Helen Thomas on Bedminster tobacco women Thurs Feb 8, Abbie Edbrooke on the 148 year history of Clevedon Pier Thurs Mar 8, Garry Atterton on the causes and consequences of the Bristol Riots 1831. Meet up; The Friends’ Meeting House, Hampton Road, BS6 6JE at 7.30pm. Non-members £2. Membership only £10 a year. A warm welcome awaits. Contact: Pat Walker 07790 172451 or 0117 962 9582. n Ladies Keep Fit, Thursdays 10:00 - 11:00 am, at St Peter's Church Hall, Henleaze. This friendly session, which has a dance element to it, is suitable for all ages. New members are always welcome. £6:00 per class, pay as you go - includes refreshments. Ring 01454 618488, email laili@tiscali.co.uk, see website www.exercisewithlailibrooks.com for full information; or just turn up. 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 Ladies Keep Fit, Thursdays 10-11am, at St Peter's Church Hall, Henleaze. This friendly session, which has a dance element to it, is suitable for all. New members are always welcome. £6:00. Ring 01454 618488, or email laili@tiscali.co.uk, or www.exercisewithlailibrooks.com for full information; or just turn up. n Ladies Keep Fit, Thursdays 10-11am, at St Peter's Church Hall, Henleaze. This friendly session, which has a dance element to it, is suitable for all. New members are always welcome. £6:00. Ring 01454 618488, or email laili@tiscali.co.uk, or www.exercisewithlailibrooks.com for full information; or just turn up.

Friday n Badminton (Ladies) at Westburyon-Trym Village Hall, 10am. Tel: 0117 9681759 n Bridge at Westbury-on-Trym Village Hall, 9.30am. Tel: 0117 9687140 n Country Market - Baked goods, garden produce and crafts. 10.30 -

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n WHAT'S ON 11.30am at the Westbury On Trym Methodist Church Hall Tel : 0117 9628306 n Coffee and refreshments in the coffee bar at Trinity-Henleaze United Reformed Church, Waterford Road. 10am-12pm. n Bristol University of the third age (u3a) scrabble group would welcome new members. We play every Friday at the Beehive, Wellington Hill West, BS9 4QY from 2 to 4pm. For further info please contact Heddy SARA on 0117 9241318 or email : nigel.d.sara@ btinternet.com n The Bristol Astronomical Society host astronomical talks and activities each week. We provide free Saturday observing at our observatory in Failand and often hold Star Parties in and around

Bristol. Friday evening talks are held at 7pm at Bristol Photographic Society, Montpelier, BS6 5EE. See website for details: www. bristolastrosoc.org.uk.

Saturday n Whiteladies Farmers’ and Fair Trading Market 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 The Bristol and District branch of Parkinson’s UK meet every first Saturday of the month at Oatley House, St Monica Trust, Cote Lane, BS9 3UN from 10.30am

-12.30. Carers, relatives, spouses, and people with Parkinson’s - all are welcome for a social and informative get-together, with a variety of speakers. n Redland Green Bowls club will be running FREE taster/coaching sessions on Saturday mornings 10-12 at the club , from April 21st to the end of May. Contact Jean or Gerry 0117 9624466, or email redlandgreenbowls@ gmail.com Our qualified coaches are available on other days / dates by arrangement. www. redlandgreenbowls.webs.com

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August, 2018 and confidently, while promoting fitness and wellbeing, and at a time to suit you. Local contact Geoff on 0117 962 9345 or LifeCycle UK at the Create Centre on 0117 353 4580.

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10th October 2018 - 13th October 2018 A Foreign Field is a true story of three British soldiers caught behind enemy lines in France during World War 1, and their impact on a family who offer to help them survive. The opera paints a picture of the poignant and tragic way in which war takes its toll of people, changing them in their fight for personal survival

and altering their way of life. In that way it speaks for all wars, past and present. Price: £15.00 Concession: £5 To purchase tickets visit the Redgrave website www. redgravetheatre.com or contact the theatre on 0117 3157 602.'

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n PETER'S VISION A PATIENT of mine came to see me this week for an extended eye exam clearly with a question in mind. After exchanging our pleasantries they said boldly ‘you’re an optimist aren't you’. Well I thought, you know me well! Perhaps it’s the positive approach & enjoyment I bring to caring for our patients I wondered, or is it the investments and advancements we are making with our practices at a time when some are sadly taking the opposite view of life on the high street. Actually what they had meant to ask was you’re an Optometrist aren’t you? Ah well I thought as we laughed about the name confusion. Perhaps if I just used the job title Ophthalmic Optician life would be more straightforward, after all when my family started out in the 1930’s we were among the first opticians to become Ophthalmic Opticians - qualified specialists. It set me thinking, names are so much more than just a way to refer to a person or an object. Take our spectacle lenses for example, I considered the names for our lens range for perhaps longer than one ought to. At the end I think you

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can see what I’m trying to achieve straight forward communication of just what the lens will do for you. Take for example our Horizon lens - a single focus lens that lets you see further and more clearly than regular single vision lenses. Or you can choose a Brunel All Vision lens (no prizes for guessing who this is named after). These spectacle lenses are bespoke engineered to give you the most

natural clear vision across a range of distances from far to close, try a pair and you’ll see what I mean. I have also considered the names of our eye appointments; an extended eye exam is just that - thorough & in-depth eye care. If you have a sore, dry, watery, red or itchy eye then it’s the Front of the Eye Clinic for you. If you have flashes, floaters, blur or distortion in your vision then its the Back of

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Housing investment for Arnside and Glencoyne Square be able to live in. Many of the residents are elderly and still living in three bedroom houses with large gardens that they are unable to manage. Their family and friends still live locally, and they wish to remain in Southmead, but have nowhere to move to. It is my hope that the new build will allow more of them to remain in the area they love. “There is also a need for more small independent shops, such as a DIY shop, possibly a shoe

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shop, a butchers or fishmonger, and a shop selling fresh fruit and vegetables. Not everyone can, or wants to travel to large supermarkets, and this is an ideal opportunity to encourage locality shopping and to reduce the impact of travelling away from the area for essential goods. “We do need a modern hub in Southmead that will provide access to different services, such as a CSP, advice centre, and even potentially a new home for our much valued library. This would

also provide a community space for events and residents groups to meet in, and also perhaps for the Youth Centre. We might be able to encourage the Police to move back into the heart of Southmead from their current location. “Currently we have a large open green space which is windblown and largely deserted. Let's seize the opportunity to work together with local people to deliver an exciting new space for everyone to enjoy!”

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Stoke Bishop Guide Price £799,950

Coombe Dingle Guide Price £739,500

A fabulously presented and creatively extended 4-bedroom Edwardian family home of over 2000 sq. feet including its integral garage. It is located in a most enviable position within a quiet cul-de-sac just off Coombe Lane and retains a great deal of its period charm blended with contemporary additions. EPC - D

A fine example of a detached modern townhouse set in a very popular road in Coombe Dingle. The house is arranged over three floors and lends itself as a lovely lifestyle property and would be perfect for a growing family or potentially a local downsizer looking to maintain a high level of living in a more manageable home. EPC - C

Westbury on Trym Guide Price £610,000

Stoke Bishop Guide Price £445,000

A very well presented 4 bedroom semi detached house located on a quiet cul-de-sac in a prime location. The house would suit a range of buyers including a young family looking for great local schooling or potentially a downsizer looking for a more manageable house within level walking access to amenities. EPC – D

A lovely family home is this 1950’s very light and airy 3-bedroom semi-detached house located on this highly sought-after road. The property is just around the corner from Stoke Bishop Primary school and within walking distance to a good range of local shops, Stoke Lodge playing fields with its own children’s playing area and Sea Mills Station. EPC – E

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n PROPERTY Phoenix Grove £585,000 A charming four bedroom, 2 bathroom family house set in a highly desirable spot within 300m of Henleaze infants school and within the 2017 entry area for Redland Green school. Phoenix Grove is enjoys an enviable location tucked away off the main road. The only passing traffic is from the neighbours and it has perhaps because of this peaceful nature a wonderful community spirit from its residents. It is within walking distance of the highly regarded local school, Henleaze High Street, Tesco at Golden Hill and local sporting amenities which provide a focal point for the local community.

61 Apsley Road, Clifton, BS8 2SW. 0117 9741741; sales@leeseandnagle.co.uk

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Style bible proves a tonic I READ this book in a single sitting recently on a day when I was good for nothing but lying on the sofa with a stinking summer cold. It was quite a tonic with its gentle optimism and suggestions of how to make your home a happier place. That’s something surely everyone aspires to, especially with our busy lives full of work. Encompassing lifestyle choices as well as design and decorating advice, Victoria Harrison takes the reader on a meander through mindfulness in the home, from tending houseplants to engaging in conversation and the simple pleasure of looking after a pet. There is some good old fashioned advice that greenery, the presence of light and the absence of clutter make for favourable living conditions. What makes this more compelling than opinion or anecdote alone though is the inclusion of (easy to digest) research - from NASA scientists, no less! There is also sage colour advice from Farrow & Ball’s international colour consultant, Joe Studholme, on how best to introduce that most joyful of colours, yellow. All senses have been considered in writing this lovely little book with ideas on using scent, music, art and the optimal ways to consistently achieve nourishing sleep. The overall tone is informative and avoids being instructive which makes it a lovely gift for anyone setting up their first home or in need of cheering up

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with a few easy tweaks to their interiors. I’ll certainly be referring back to my copy now and then, like a manual for good living. Zoe Hewett is an interior designer at local studio www.stylemongersofbristol.co.uk

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DISCOVER RETIREMENT LIVING at Stoke Gifford Retirement Village We’d love you to come and find out more about our inspiring village and exciting social and leisure facilities.

Information days 3rd and 10th August, 10am - 3pm Stoke Gifford Retirement Village, Off Coldharbour Lane, Stoke Gifford, Bristol BS16 1EJ ✆ 01173 216 632 www.stokegiffordvillage.co.uk

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*Subject to availability. Charges will apply. Details of any costs associated with your home, care and village services will be provided as part of your application. The ExtraCare Charitable Trust, registered charity number 327816, is a company limited by guarantee and registered in England and Wales as company number 2205136. Its registered office is at 7 Harry Weston Road, Binley Business Park, Binley, Coventry, CV3 2SN. Copyright © 2018 - The ExtraCare Charitable Trust.

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n NEWS BRISTOL Zoo Gardens is running its “Child Goes Free” offer right through the summer this year. It means that for every adult buying an entry ticket online a youngster can come in to the 182-year-old Zoo without them having to pay a penny. This money-saving offer continues through until Sunday September 2. Bristol Zoo Gardens with its eye-catching collection of animals is the perfect place to spend a day this summer. There are also 12 daily talks about animals ranging from gorillas to giant tortoise, meerkats, penguins and seals. The Zoo’s amazing animal houses include the chance to see the Western Lowland gorillas in their home where visitors can look up and see them walking across a giant toughened glass ceiling. In Twilight World where it is night during our day nocturnal animals are always out and about. There are also the underwater walkways in the Zoo’s aquarium and in Seal and

'Child goes free' tickets offer at the zoo proves popular Penguin Coast. This summer there are also two family fun trails that stretch to all four corners of the Zoo. There is a new Guess Who Trail which guarantees fun for the whole family following clues around the Zoo to identify a particular animal. And there is the Eye Trail featuring seven animal eyes and 14 species and the challenge of matching the eyes to the correct animals. In the Activity Centre at the heart of the Zoo there is face painting and a whacky game of which animal is responsible for which poo called Guess Whose Poo? Visitors can also take part in a special game of I Spy to work out which is the fastest animal in the Zoo by ticking them off as they wander around the 12-acre site. Paul Pritchard, marketing

manager at Bristol Zoo Gardens, said: “We have so much to offer that everyone who comes to the Zoo can be assured of a great value day out. “And surely no summer would really be complete without a visit to the Zoo, the chance to get up close to some of the world’s most amazing animals and to enjoy the fun activities we have lined up.

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Together they make it a perfect day out.” Bristol Zoo Gardens is a conservation and education charity. It relies on the generous support of the public not only to fund its important work in the zoo, but also its vital conservation and research projects spanning five continents.

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Anyone for cricket? Enjoy retirement living in your own apartment in the leafy suburbs of Westbury-on-Trym in Bristol. Established around a cricket pitch and oﬀering a haven of calm and an inviting community spirit, Westbury Fields is a most attractive place to call home. Now is the perfect time to discover how you can live life to the full. There’s fine dining, croquet, bowls, interest groups and much more. We’re sure you’ll be bowled over!

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