Henleaze & Westbury Voice April 2018 by Emma Cooper

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Green light nears for crossing team THE campaign team for a safe crossing on Canford Lane have heard from Bristol City Council that the area will be recommended as a priority for investment.

The good news followed a well-received presentation of the petition at the full council meeting on March 20. It was a well-deserved boost for the campaign team who first put this

issue in the spotlight more than 18 months ago, frustrated with the length of time it takes to cross safely from one side of this busy road to the other. Full story: Page 2

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Boutique owner Steve bows out Steve Hamlin, owner of Jaydene boutique in Henleaze, is retiring after 34 years, but he will still sell clothes online. PAGE 6

Fencing success for school team Children from Elmlea Junior School achieved success at an inter-school fencing competition. PAGE 15

Runner Hannah is one to watch Flo Griffiths celebrated her magnificent 100th birthday with friends and family at a party in Henleaze, joining singer Peter Capel for a dance. Report and pictures: Page 5

Hannah Hobbs, of Westbury Harriers, was praised by Lord Coe after winning a crosscountry race for England. PAGE 36

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At last we feel the council is listening to us, say crossing campaigners AFTER months of campaigning to highlight the problem of crossing Canford Lane in Westbury-on-Trym, there has been progress at last. Councillor and Cabinet member for Transport, Mhairi Threlfall, visited Canford Lane on a morning in March. She brought a road engineer with her to view the problems first-hand and to talk through the issues. The long-awaited meeting came after more than a year of campaigning for a safe place for people to cross the busy road beside Canford Park and Crematorium. There have been reports of people taking more than five minutes to cross the road, of people missing connecting buses as they stand waiting for the traffic to stop, and of the general challenge of getting from one side to the other with a buggy or walking stick, whilst dodging the traffic at the same time. Mhairi Threlfall and her team are now aware of the issues on Canford Lane and

agreed some changes need to be made to make crossing the road safer. A recommendation is going to be drawn up which will most likely include three or four refuges or islands as well as speed bumps. Unfortunately the road will not accommodate a zebra crossing as there are rules about junctions with bus stops and driveways. Graham Donald, Nicola Hawkes and Fran Shackell have been involved with the campaign from the beginning. Graham said: “Since meeting Canford Lane campaigners on 12 March, the city council have said 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 (Community Infrastructure Levy) investment to the Area Committee in May.’ “This is encouraging: everyone in the Canford Lane Crossing Campaign now feels that their concerns have been listened to and are on the way to being addressed.”

Determined: the campaigners for a crossing on Canford Lane meet with councillor Mhairi Threlfall and council officials.

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Build arena at Temple Meads, say councillors BRISTOL City Council has voted in favour of building Bristol's long-awaited arena near Temple Meads. Thirty four of the 70 councillors backed the city centre location over the alternative proposed site at the Brabazon Hangar site in Filton. The vote came at the council meeting on March 20 following a motion put forward by the Green group. The final decision, however, rests with Mayor Marvin Rees. He has said he will announced his verdict in May after the ‘value-for-money’ assessment has taken place. Councillor Geoff Gollop said: “The council debate on the arena was remarkable. No one knows the costs of either arena

site, or the borrowing but that did not stop many councillors making a choice. I was not prepared to decide without that basic information. “I instinctively feel that Temple Meads is right and that Filton will only bring yet more traffic and parking problems to Westbury and Henleaze and create jobs in South Gloucestershire, but it would be madness to burden generations of council tax payers with debt if there is a less costly option. I await the Mayor's detailed report, promised for mid April.” More than 5,000 people signed a petition in favour of the Temple Meads option and more than 100 made public statements to the council.

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Guild hands over cash to dementia charity MEMBERS of the Henleaze Townswomen’s evening Guild collected a total of £980 in 2017/18 for the charity BRACE, which works across the South West of England funding university-based dementia research. The Guild chairman, Shirley Phillips, said: “This shows the splendid commitment of our Guild members.” Shirley presented a cheque to the president of BRACE, Susan Marshfield, at the Guild’s AGM meeting on 7 March. Susan gave an interesting talk about the brain centre at Southmead Hospital and the aims of BRACE to improve our understanding of the causes of dementia, improve diagnosis and develop new forms of treatment. Guild members were keen to raise funds for dementia research as well as collaborating with Bristol Dementia Action Alliance (BDAA), especially during Dementia Awareness Week in

Members of Henleaze Townswomen's evening Guild, with chairman, Shirley Phillips (left) and Susan Marshfield, president of BRACE (right) May 2017, to raise dementia awareness in Henleaze and Westbury Park. The Henleaze and Westbury Voice reported last year on the collaboration of The Henleaze

Townswomen’s evening Guild with Bristol Dementia Action Alliance to hold the Henleaze Dementia Awareness Roadshow at St Peter’s Church. Guild members were active in

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I'm aiming to reach 200, says centenarian Flo BUNTING, streamers, a singer and afternoon tea and cake were laid out in honour of Florence Griffiths (Flo) who celebrated her 100th birthday with family and friends. The very special birthday party marked the day for Flo on Friday 16 March at Studland Court retirement home on Henleaze Road. The lively centenarian was only too happy to join singer Peter Capel for a

dance and said: “I’m hoping for another card from the Queen when I’m 200 years old.” Born in Clapton, East London, Flo worked as a telephonist for the General Post Office's first telephone exchange at the Faraday buildings near St Paul’s Cathedral during the war. She remembers sleeping under the citadel during the London Blitz and later working as an ATS member in Wales, a place that she has always loved. After the war, Flo married in 1946 and had a child, David, now aged 68. She was widowed in 1972 but continued living in Tottenham for most of her adult life before moving to Bristol in the year 2000, where she’s lived ever since. Flo’s memories of life as a child certainly differ to those of modern times: “When I was little I had to buy a sheep's head at the butchers for 8d. My dad had the tongue and the baby would have the brains!” she said.

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Her son David was at the party, enjoying the celebrations and said: “All the people who work at Studland Court - the wardens, the repairers and the

residents - are fantastic. I’d like to thank them all for this. “Mum is such fun - we end up laughing together all the time on visits!”

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Got a garden to show off? THE Henleaze Society is searching for gardens to feature in this year’s Open Gardens event, scheduled for Sunday July 8.It is a unique opportunity for Henleaze Society members to see the rich diversity of gardens on display, large, medium and small, and to explore the views behind local front doors, fortified by cake, cups of tea and alcoholic refreshments. A number of established gardens are open on the trail and the Henleaze Society is keen to add new ones for this biennial fundraising event. If you are interested in taking part, email ths.newsletter@gmail.com or see http://www.henleazesociety.co.uk

STEVE Hamlin, owner of Jaydene Boutique, has hung up his tape measure after 34 years selling ladies clothes at his shop on Henleaze Road. Surrounded by cards from friends wishing him well in his retirement, Steve said: “It’s been a blast. I’ve made so many good friends. I will carry very happy memories of you all and the many friends we’ve lost over the years. “I am thankful for your support, but more for being great friends, making my time here very pleasurable. Not many people can say they feel like they never worked a day in their lives.” Steve is retiring but will be still selling clothes and accessories online at www. richrags.co.uk from May.

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Celebrations to mark 100th anniversary of RAF CELEBRATIONS have been planned in Bristol and Westburyon-Trym to mark the 100 year anniversary of the Royal Air Force (RAF), formed on April 1 1918 by the amalgamation of the Royal Naval Air Service and the Royal Flying Corps, with Major General Hugh Trenchard as the first commander. In conjunction with the Royal Air Force, the Wales, Midland and South West Area of the Royal Air Forces Association (RAFA) is marking the centenary throughout 2018. The aim of RAFA is to promote the welfare of all serving and former members of Her Majesty’s Air Forces, their spouses and dependants, together with widows and widowers and dependants of those who died whilst serving or subsequently. On Sunday April 22 from 11am, the RAF will be presenting a baton, and The City of Bristol Branch of RAFA, based at Carlton Lodge in Westbury-on-

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RAF crest and the RAF 100 logo, while the RAFA token depicts Major General Trenchard. The RAFA token will be travelling from branch to branch throughout the South West area, and will be arriving from MOD Abbey Wood. They will both be received at the Aero Museum by Air Marshal Sir Ian Macfadyen, a Senior RAF Officer. In addition, a formal parade and march past in honour of the event will be performed by the RAF Air Cadets, and it is hoped that a fly-past by the University Air Squadron will also take place. Guests will also have the opportunity to take photos of the Bristol Fighter, and a buffet will be served at the end of the ceremony. The RAF 100 baton will continue its journey through the South West and the RAFA token will be on display for viewing at the Aero Museum for five days, before departing by vintage transport to the Corsham Branch

where it will be formally handed over. The City of Bristol Branch of RAFA would like to welcome as many guests as possible to join them at the Aero Museum for the arrival of the baton and token and to highlight the Association’s work in support of the RAF family, from newest recruit to oldest veteran, their spouses and dependents. To find out more about the event, visit the Bristol Branch’s website: www.rafa.org. uk/bristol/raf-100-celebrations In addition to the centenary celebrations, local residents whose mum, dad or other relative served as part of the RAF are reminded that the RAF Benevolent Fund is there to ensure that they can live comfortably and with dignity during their retirement. If you know someone that needs support, you can find out more about the assistance that the RAF Benevolent Fund provides by visiting www.rafbf.org

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Care firm Home Instead rated Outstanding LOCAL home care company, Home Instead Senior Care Bristol North, been awarded the highest accolade of ‘Outstanding’ from the CQC, the Care Quality Commission. At a time when elderly care is under scrutiny, this is a major achievement for the company which was started up in 2015 by Bristol resident John Moore, putting them in the top two percent of home care providers. John and his team have set up a number of community events across the area including a Senior Film Club in Henleaze and recently moved to new offices, allowing more space for staff training, by the Henleaze Road/ Southmead Road roundabout. “We are rated as exceptional in the categories of Caring, Responsive and Leadership and for our internal culture of bringing joy to clients and caregivers,” he said. “Our eldest caregiver is 80 and supports other gents who

need to get out and about or require personal care.” In the report caregivers were described as “living angels”, and the company described as “providing exemplary care”. Inspectors wrote that the service was exceptionally caring and that they had heard endless heartfelt comments. They also noted how they had witnessed a highly

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have the simple goal of bringing joy to every client, every day. Home Instead match clients and caregivers based on background and personal interests, demonstrating a true person-centred culture. One client, who had moved to Bristol to be near her children, had a talent for needlework and painting. Her caregiver was aware of her passion and arranged for her to go to a stately home equipped with pencils and sketch pad. The client had a lovely afternoon and later admitted to her caregiver on their way home that this was the first time she had sketched in 12 years. John added: “I would like to give a big thank you to the many people, organisations and societies in Henleaze and Westbury-on-Trym who have help us along the way. We all have the same goal with care - to get it right.”

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Top 20 rating for Westbury-on-Trym care home THE Lodge at Oakhill in Westbury-on-Trym, has been chosen by residents and their families as one of the Top 20 care homes in South West England. There are 2,124 homes in the South West of England, with the top 20 receiving an award from the leading reviews guide to care homes, carehome.co.uk The award is based on reviews

of the care home written by their residents, as well as their friends and relatives. Cedar Care commissioned The Lodge at Oakhill in February 2017 which provides a unique service in a luxurious setting for guests requiring post-operative rehabilitation. The hotel-like experience combines healthcare, therapy and hospitality.

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Coach House, an additional four detached dwellings plus parking for 18 vehicles. The design was criticised for the over intensive form of development, poor quality outlook and access routes, and for the amount of hardstanding and car parking proposed which would exacerbate the negative impact on the historic setting. The planning application for a change of use of the ground floor to a Tattoo Studio in the former offices at 2 Russell Grove, Henleaze has been withdrawn.

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EPQ success for Badminton School girls SEVEN Badminton School girls have celebrated their own success this year, with all grades awarded for their Extended Project Qualifications (EPQ) being A*- B. The Extended Project Qualification provides students with an opportunity to produce a piece of work that is truly individual and says something about them as a person, whether it is a written research report, event or creative artefact. In addition to the research skills that are developed, the qualification adds another string to the girls’ bows, enhancing their UCAS applications and potentially helping them to meet conditions of university offers. Laura, from Westbury Park in Bristol, achieved an A* for her research project on the topic of ‘Finnish Nationalism and How it Influenced Art and Culture’. She said: “The EPQ has taught me really valuable skills; such as how to reference and work independently. My results mean that some of my university offers are now lower, which takes some of the pressure off!” Mr Dalley, Deputy Head (Academic) at Badminton, commented: “These results are a testament to the creativity and application of the girls here, and are results that the girls should be extremely proud of.

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BGS to run International Baccalaureate BRISTOL Grammar School is now an IB World School. BGS will be offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma to students in its Sixth Form from this September, making it the only co-educational school in Bristol to offer both ‘A’ levels and the IB. Ben Schober, the Assistant Head overseeing the implementation of the IB, said: “BGS is delighted to be recognised as an IB World School and to be joining them as they celebrate the 50th anniversary of their programmes. “While some students will be suited to the focus of A-level and Pre-U, others will flourish continuing a wider range of subjects. The addition of the IB to our curriculum allows us to offer a choice of pathways – the IB Diploma, and the A-level and Pre-U route – both of which develop advanced learning skills and styles, independence, and engagement with the wider community. Both pathways will also fully

prepare students for higher education and future careers and continue Bristol Grammar School’s proud tradition of sending students to leading universities in the UK and abroad.” Commenting on the introduction of the IB alongside A-levels for its sixth form students, BGS Headmaster, Rod MacKinnon, said: “Our focus, as a learning community, is to develop students’ self-confidence and understanding in their learning within a broad and rich educational experience for all. That’s exactly what the Diploma will provide. “The Diploma’s curriculum also provides an excellent balance between breadth and depth in study and the school is able to offer a wide range of subject choices at both ‘A’ level and IB, allowing our students to find the right path for them.” To find out more about studying the IB Diploma at BGS, contact Katie Hillier-Swift on 0117 933 9630.

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Elmlea Juniors triumph at fencing challenge ELMLEA Junior School fencing team competed in an inter-school fencing competition in March Pupils were trained for the event by John Rohde, head

coach of the Bristol White Eagle Fencing Club. More than half of the students competed in the inter-school competition and the Years 5 & 6s won the inter-

school, Trevor Johnson Plate. Years 3 & 4 students were narrowly pipped by Colston’s Primary for their trophy but won plenty of medals. John said: “The emphasis in all of this has been on inclusion, enjoyment and the development of character. Skill comes from character, as children who have adopted a game, its customs and

rules as their own, will learn as they play. “It has been a privilege to teach these children who are a credit to themselves, their parents and their school.” To find out more about junior and adult courses and sessions contact John Rohde by email johnrohdeuk@yahoo.com or see the website bwefencing.co.uk

Jazz at Bristol Free School BRISTOL Free School jazz band, Treble Bass, were one of the only student groups performing at the International Jazz and Blues Festival at the Colston Hall in March, alongside amazing jazz performers from around the world. The band are a group of talented young jazz fans aged between Year 7 and Year 13 who play a range of jazz standards and even original compositions. Head of Music, Dan Pate says: “Audiences have said they sound quite unlike any school ensemble they've heard before! “ See the band at their upcoming performance at The Old Duke on Saturday 14 April, starting at 4pm.

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Children at heart WE pride ourselves here at Torwood House School in knowing every child personally, ensuring that no child is ever unnoticed or invisible. Every child’s aspirations are whole-heartedly supported, whatever direction they wish to take. Our Independent Schools Association (ISA) Junior and Prep School Award for Excellence and Innovation clearly demonstrates our passion for our children’s learning and our commitment to providing a cutting edge curriculum. We deliver award-winning education coupled with a nurturing environment which

means each child receives a tailored teaching style to suit them, allowing them to truly flourish. Our pupils learn a modern foreign language, giving them a wider world view and an appreciation of cultures other than English at an earlier age than many. Other provisions that set us apart from many other schools include weekly swimming lessons and a Forest School for Reception children, which sees them exploring the natural world in nearby woodland. Clearly, our children are at the heart of everything we do!

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FREE day trips for the over fifties If you are over fifty and want to discover exciting new attractions as well as meet new friends, then SGS College has the course for you. Held over a weekend, the Discover course will allow you to explore different locations and gain a qualification in English at the same time. The real fun begins on a Sunday, when you and your peers will be driven by coach to one of the exciting venues around the region. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a culinary connoisseur or a green-fingered gardener, you will find an experience that is right for you. Booking is essential, as there are a limited number of places.

Locations and dates available: • Longleat, Wiltshire - 24th/25th March • Ashmolean Museum, Oxford - 14th/15th April • Exeter Food and Drink Festival, Exeter - 5th/6th May • Malvern Spring Festival, Worcestershire - 12th/13th May • Stratford-upon-Avon/Warwick Castle - 16th/17th June

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Redmaids’ salutes suffragist governors TRAILBLAZERS for the women’s suffrage movement across Bristol and the South West, Agnes Beddoe and Emily and Elizabeth Sturge, were honoured on International Women’s Day. Redmaids' High School in Bristol unveiled two blue plaques, approved by The Bristol Civic Society, on March 8 for these inspirational women, who were former school governors and significant players in the history of women’s rights in the UK. Agnes (1829-1914), a former governor of the Red Maids’ School, was a philanthropic feminist who helped build homes for women living in poverty. She was president of the Bristol and West Society for Women’s Suffrage. Emily (1847–1892), who sat on the council for Redland High School for Girls, was secretary for the Bristol and West Society for Women’s Suffrage, whilst her sister Elizabeth (1849–1944)

was a governor for the School and a social reformer who helped to create better housing for people in Bristol. Red Maids’ and Redland High merged in 2016 to form Redmaids’ High School. Alumna Penny Gane, who now heads Bristol Women's Commission and Bristol Women's Voice (BWV), attended to unveil the plaques. BWV has launched a book, The Women Who Built Bristol, that references

Agnes, Emily and Elizabeth. “It is my pleasure to have been invited back to Redmaids’ High in order to celebrate these three women who are so important to the school, but who were also so influential in bringing about social and educational reform to Bristol and to the UK,” said Penny. Following the unveiling, about 650 students wearing the suffragist colours of red, green

and white, marched up the school driveway with their own, modern day, political banners. “I am heartened to know that the students of Redmaids’ High are aware of the ongoing issues faced by women today,” said Penny. “Although the situation is far better than it would have been for Agnes, Emily and Elizabeth, we, as women, need to continue to make sure our voices are heard.” Headmistress Isabel Tobias noted the significance of these women. “We believe that the Sturge sisters and Ms Beddoe were friends, working together in the local suffrage movement as they did, which is such an important strand in the history of this school. “They were trailblazers in women’s education, having the vision to provide for Bristol’s young women in a time when many didn’t, and I am proud to say that our school has been leading the way ever since.”

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STEM inspiration WITH more men than women continuing to graduate in the UK in core STEM subjects in 2016/17, the campaign to encourage females into this field looks set to remain a high priority for some time to come. This year’s Redmaids’ High School conference – dubbed ‘Tomorrow’s World #WomeninSTEM’ – is designed to help redress the gender imbalance by offering girls studying for GCSEs a range of inspiring workshops and speakers, highlighting careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths). The annual event, which takes place on Friday 18 May, and is free to attend, is attracting schools and pupils, both state educated and independent, from Bristol and beyond. The keynote speaker is Emily Grossman, expert in molecular

biology and genetics, science communicator, honorary STEM ambassador. There will be a range of workshops delivered by civil engineers, earth scientists, avionics experts, cyber security and computer science experts. A panel discussion will follow plus a networking lunch, concluded with a special performance of Ada Ada Ada, a groundbreaking show about the life of Ada Lovelace, regarded widely to be the world's first computer programmer. Deputy Head Kate Doarks said: “This conference is very much about sharing knowledge and insight and inspiring future generations of women to explore these careers.” To find out more about the conference, email WomeninSTEM@redmaidshigh. co.uk

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Kick-off for sports scheme at Bristol Ladies Rugby MEMBERS of Bristol Ladies Rugby joined Redmaids’ High School on March 21 to celebrate the opening of an exciting new children’s holiday camp – Kings Camps. Head coach, Kim Oliver (holding the scissors) was joined by scrum half, Amy Meachin and under-18s excellence coach Pete Reakes to cut the ribbon at the new Kings Camps programme starting at Redmaids’ High School this Easter. Year 5 students enjoyed an Active Play Session delivered by Kings Camps ‘Red Top’ Joe Naghi and Bristol Ladies Rugby did a taster session with a group of senior students.

The sessions, aimed at getting children of all abilities active and having fun, include visual games such as “mingle mingle”, parachute games and shark attack. Kings Camps is part of The Kings Foundation, an international Not For Profit organisation, and hope to get over 1,000 children from Bristol active this year. To find out more about The Kings Foundation visit www. kingscamps.org

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Schools join forces to perform Zimbe! TWO concerts were held at Orchard School in March where over 300 children from local primary schools performed Alexander L’Estrange’s Zimbe! The event was brought together by Bristol Choral Society in collaboration with Laurie Steward from Bristol Plays Music, and involved eight local schools, Orchard School, St Teresas RC Primary, Little Mead Primary School, Stoke Park Primary, Fonthill Primary, Filton Avenue Primary, Glenfrome Primary, Upper Horfield Primary and Horfield C of E Primary. Zimbe! is a sequence of choral arrangements of traditional songs from all over Africa in a jazz style. This is a work which forges links between adult choirs and massed children’s choirs, placing singing at the heart of the community as it always has been in Africa. The audience were greeted with authentic drumming from boys from Orchard School’s

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Zimbe! Nyimbo za Afrika” (Come sing songs of Africa) through a very moving rendition of Thula Mama, Thula, Hush Mama (Xhosa lullaby for mothers of imprisoned sons) with the children’s voices and the jazz quintet coming into their own. By the time the last movement came “Hamba vangeli” (Freedom is coming) the whole audience were clapping in time with the choir and band. Sharon Crawford from Bristol Choral Society attended the Wednesday evening performance and said: “I was impressed not only by the quality of the singing by the children and Bristol Choral Society, but also by the slick management of what must have been well over 100 children by their teachers and by Hilary Campbell, the musical director of the Choral Society and the conductor for the concerts. The children certainly stole the show.”

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The best possible 70th birthday gift IN July the NHS turns 70 years old – and it’s a perfect time to support your local hospital and make a difference in your community. Southmead Hospital Charity provides funding for four key areas of the NHS – bringing about real change and improving the lives of thousands of patients each year. With your help the charity improves treatments and facilities for generations to come. Last year we gave £1.4million to support the work of North Bristol NHS Trust at Southmead Hospital, Cossham Hospital and community health services, funding: • Ground-breaking medical research • Specialist equipment at the cutting-edge of technology • Improvements to the clinical environment • Staff development and training Working alongside our staff and patients, we fundraise for projects that are beyond the remit of the NHS but have a huge impact on the

lives of patients and their families. This year, a pioneering £750,000 surgical robot was purchased by Southmead Hospital Charity to treat men with prostate cancer at Southmead Hospital. And the charity is hoping to secure a further £750,000 as part of the Prostate Cancer Care Appeal in the coming year to purchase a

second surgical robot to treat more men and expand robotic surgery into other forms of cancers. Other recent purchases include 30 new wheelchairs, 4,800 slide sheets which help staff move patients carefully and comfortably, new equipment for neurosciences and interactive therapy tables for patients with dementia.

In maternity our fundraisers have enabled us to pay for a new family room for families to get to know their newborns in a relaxed space and a counselling room for bereaved parents. The charity has also to date funded £600,000 of medical research at the Trust. Elizabeth Bond, Southmead Hospital Charity’s Head of Fundraising, said: “On July 5 the NHS reaches its 70th anniversary and Southmead Hospital Charity are planning a host of events to mark this special milestone. “As well as saying a huge thank you to all our supporters and fundraisers there will be lots of ways for the public to say their thanks to the NHS. “Please join us in saying Happy 70th Birthday to the NHS by getting involved in supporting our work.” Find out more at www. southmeadhospitalcharity.org.uk or join us on Twitter and Facebook. Southmead Hospital Charity

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Workshop Join Di and Sam on St Alban’s switched anti-litter crusade Players A COME and Sing Workshop of Faure's Requiem will be held at Redland Hall, Redmaids' High School on Saturday 28 April. This event had been due to take place in March but was postponed due to the snow. The workshop will be followed by an informal performance at 6pm in Redland Hall which is free of charge with a collection for charity at the end. Matthew Bale will be the Musical Director with Nigel Davies providing organ accompaniment. To take part contact Sarah Hunter by email: sarah@theyews.net or mobile 07870 208789. The closing date for registering for the workshop is 13 April.

LIKE many of us, Di Baker from Westbury-on-Trym and Sam Masson from Brentry are unhappy about the amount of litter on our streets and open spaces. “I used to walk past litter and feel depressed about it,” said Di, “and one day I thought instead of complaining and tut-tutting, why not do something about it. So I started picking it up.” Di takes a plastic bag and gloves on her regular walks into Westbury village and around the area, and goes out on dedicated litter picks especially along the main roads where so much litter is thrown out of cars. “I can usually dispose of the litter I pick up in street bins, and report them as needing emptying if necessary but if we’re going out to clear a lot of litter we pre-arrange with Bristol Waste Company to collect the filled bin

bags from an agreed spot,” she added. Sam litter picks on her commute to work. She carries disposable gloves and a plastic bag - preferably a re-used one. “I just put the rubbish and the used glove in the bin at the bus stop on my way to work”, said Sam. Both women say litter picking is very satisfying, makes them feel better and it has helped a friendship blossom - like the daffodils along Passage Road, which they ensured were cleared of litter in the early spring. If you want to roll your sleeves up and organise litter picks in your part of Bristol, download a litter picking guide on the Bristol Waste Company website: www. bristolwastecompany.co.uk/ about/community-engagementteam/litter-picking-packs

POPULAR local theatre group, St Alban’s Players latest production asks what happens when two sets of parents meet up to deal with the unruly behaviour of their children? A calm and rational debate between grown-ups about the need to teach their kids to behave properly? Or a hysterical night of name calling, tantrums and tears before bedtime? Boys will be boys, but the adults are usually worse - much worse. God of Carnage by Yasmina Reza, Thursday 26 - Saturday 28 April at St Alban's Church Hall, Bayswater Avenue, Westbury Park, BS6 7NU. Tickets £10, Students £7, available from www. stalbansplayers.co.uk or 07425 198859.

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n NEWS A BRISTOL operetta society is to perform the enchanting Iolanthe in April, with an opportunity to meet the fairies! Brought to you by the same team who created Ruddigore at Kings Weston House in 2017, Bristol Gilbert and Operatic Society presents the delightfully witty Iolanthe at the Redgrave Theatre in April. First performed at the Savoy Theatre in 1881, and currently being revived by the ENO at the Coliseum, this eighth collaboration of Gilbert and Sullivan is regarded by many as their finest and most perfect collaboration. Iolanthe drops members of the House of Lords into the middle of an inspired forest enchanted by fairies and ruled by a no-nonsense Fairy Queen. Strephon, son of the beloved Iolanthe, is sent into Parliament as a Fairy Member when the Lord Chancellor and his colleagues spurn his affections for his darling Phyllis. And, do you know where the term fairy lights originally comes from? It was in Iolanthe’s opening run at the Savoy that the fairies wore tiny lights in their

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Operetta club creates Fairyland in Bristol's Redgrave Theatre headdresses and the phrase fairy lights was born! “Iolanthe has the strongest blend of dialogue and music of any other collaboration between this remarkable duo,” says musical director Ben England, returning for a third year with the society. “The Lord Chancellor’s patter song is regarded as the most demanding and elaborate in the repertoire, together with some astonishing and challenging chorus numbers which our topnotch cast will dash off with a flourish!” Show director Hannah Coleman said: “After the success of Ruddigore last year, we've continued to build on our tradition of a talented, active chorus, and Iolanthe is the perfect vehicle for them to shine. I could not be more excited to see how the brilliant performers that make up our cast principals

and chorus make this show their own.” Marianne Murray, chair of BGSOS, said: “in putting on Iolanthe, we know that our audiences demand something special, so expect to see spells being cast with fire and brimstone, ethereal lighting effects, and of course those headdresses complete with fairy lights. This year we are welcoming some very young fairies and peers to our cast to contribute to the magic!” Gala Night, where audience members can share in a glass of something whimsical with the cast is Wednesday night and includes a pre-show talk on the production. BGSOS is performing Iolanthe 18 – 21 April, with a matinee performance on Saturday 21 April, where

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ALMOST 50 people attended the last Henleaze Forum which was an opportunity for residents to share issues with local councillors. Councillors Geoff Gollop and Clare Campion-Smith were present; Liz Radford was unable to attend. Many items were discussed, but the main points covered were: The police crime statistics indicated an improvement in the number of burglaries and break ins, and a report was given on the parking service visits to Henleaze in the last year. Henleaze Road was visited 289 times and 40 tickets issued. Traffic and parking remain an issue across the whole of Henleaze & Westbury-on-Trym ward and that frustration is shared by local councillors who advised there are virtually no funds for traffic improvements and residents should put any suggestions on www. trafficchoices.co.uk Pavement parking in Etloe Road, drivers ignoring the zebra crossing on Henleaze Road near the Cavendish Road junction, the safety of the pedestrian crossing on Falcondale Road, obstructive parking near Cranford Court and drivers ignoring the 20 mph zone on Coldharbour Road were all cited as problems in the area. The sensory garden and other improvements are going ahead at Old Quarry Park. The next Henleaze forum is at 7pm on 24 May at Henleaze Library.

A SCAM highlighted by the national fraud and cyber-crime reporting centre Action Fraud has affected a man in his 90s from Westbury-onTrym in February. The pensioner was called by someone claiming to be from Her Majestyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Revenue and Customs (HMRC), demanding immediate payment of several hundred pounds. The caller asked him to pay in iTunes vouchers and threatened him with being taken to court and losing his home if he did not pay. The gentleman felt so pressured that he went and bought the vouchers despite being warned by store staff

that it seemed like a scam. He called the police before handing over the vouchers, but he has not yet been reimbursed for the purchase and is still distressed by the whole incident. If you get this sort of unexpected call, end it immediately. HMRC will never ask for payment in vouchers. If you are concerned about your tax status, contact HMRC directly using a number from the phone book or genuine correspondence. If you believe you have been contacted by a fraudster, report it by calling Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040, or using the fraud reporting tool at www.actionfraud.police.uk

Westbury-on-Trym Forum THIS is the chance for residents to discuss any issues with local Councillors. The next forum for Westbury-on-Trym is on 17 April at 7pm at Coombe Dingle Sports Centre. Parking, roads and planning will be some of the items to be considered,

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News and views from our city councillors Liz Radford (Westbury-on-Trym & Henleaze)

remain using the of ‘local’ and we should ip boundaries, rsh tne Par d hoo Neighbour op, Westbury-onBish ke Sto s which for us wa Trym and Henleaze. Councillors voted On 20 March your Ward ision, but lost dec this inst aga l nci in Full Cou al community loc our h wit , the vote and now procedures new the h groups will work wit try and allocate CIL to tee mit com er larg and effectively.

ng of CIL Decision on the spendi re Levy) ctu tru ras Inf ty (Communi elopments, which CIL is a levy on new dev impact on the local often have a detrimental should be spent ney mo CIL e som area and Student Parking act for residents. imp the te iga in over student locally to mit s; Complaints are flooding ent pon com two into it Parry’s Lane of off ds The levy is spl roa the in parking by the Council parked over ng bei are s 85% is used strategically and beyond. Car spent locally. is 15% filling the and and City ds the roa within driveways, blocking tnerships made e. Please continue Lan ry’s Par Our Neighbourhood Par on es lan nt, le cyc al money was spe problem and the decisions on how the loc to contact me with this ntal definition of . Email cllr.liz. gal ille is e which fits the governme police if the issu k y. localit radford@bristol.gov.u ship Our current council leader the from ay aw ve mo to recently decided Read Aloud rship boundaries ited to Filton Neighbourhood Partne ht I was honoured to be inv eig in e tak a to ool at the end of sch and expand our ‘local’ are ary Prim nue Ave and bourside the Read Aloud Wards reaching from Har February, to take part in Lawrence Weston. raise awareness to s aim ich Clifton to Avonmouth and anded area wh gn, campai exp young readers. ing fac es issu y Many Councillors feel the around literac nt definition me ern gov the s ene contrav

The campaign encourages citizens to visit schools, hear children read and see the progress they have made through the Reading Recovery programme. This programme involves children in to-one, tailored a short series of oneday, with a ry eve s ute lessons for 30 min r and has enjoyed specially trained teache for over 1,500 great success in Bristol children. of children Each year more than 20% ble to adequately leave primary school una an adult is really read. Reading aloud to progress and our n’s ldre chi for important looking for ays alw are primary schools to spend a short parents, grandparents etc g to children. If you time each week listenin uld encourage you wo I e, tim re have any spa rd schools. Wa our of to approach one Cllr Liz Radford leaze Ward

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News and views from our city councillors Geoff Gollop (Westbury-on-Trym & Henleaze) Planning controThis seems to be the time of year for I have versial planning applications. Liz and flats asked that the application for seven ning on Southover Close be referred to Plan er furth two red refer has Liz and e, mitte Com plans. t Contact us if you have a concern abou with a planning issue. We have no problem icaappl many applications, but we will refer as it is tions that we feel are inappropriate and important we maintain the character appearance of our streets. 33,500 new homes in Bristol new The Council is planning that 33,500 the next homes should be built in Bristol in on 18 years and is currently consulting details where these should be built. More localare available at www.bristol.gov.uk/ 13 planreview; the consultation ends on . April

ahead with cuts.

Roads, Drains and Gutters y me After the snow and ice our please notif ked bloc and the council of any potholes or my gutters. If you report them on “Fix already Street”, you can see if the issue has ld shou cil coun the and rted repo been if you scale time ir repa the on you te upda e me request it. Alternatively, email or phon and I will report it.

Fun Fair on the Downs Shortly after I raised questions about the advertising boards on the downs, I was told the fair organisers are taking them down. I have now on lamp raised questions about the boards I wait to posts. This is effectively fly posting. see if those are also removed.

Books and Music Libraries ries, Not content with threatening our libra d tene the Labour-controlled council threa This is to move the Music Library to Yeovil. number large a hire who s choir to rtant impo After ces. rman perfo their for s book of music other protests from Councillors, it appears options are being considered. AND the cabinet keeps us all hanging which on for a decision about our libraries, gh a they now say will be announced throu June report to cabinet some time between and September.

Keeping in Touch is on The next Westbury-on-Trym Forum le Sports Ding be Coom at April 17th day Tues to came le peop 50 ly Near . 7pm at Centre hear the last one in Henleaze Library to ce to about local matters. This is the chan and meet with all your local councillors next discuss local issues of concern. (The Henleaze Forum is 24th May.)

Labour cuts services meetAt the recent Budget-setting council osed ing, Conservatives and Lib Dems prop ries amendments to maintain parks, libra even and public toilets but Labour wouldn’t went consider accepting these changes and

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News and views from our city councillors Clare Campion-Sm ith (Westbury-on-Trym & Henleaze) Health and Social care are rarely out of the news and rarely are the re good stories told. The focus is generally on funding problems, increasing demand and the lurch from crisis to crisis. It is important for local councillors to understand what the situ ation is like for our residents and what imp rovements can be made. Recently we had two briefing sessions from health managers, council officers and voluntary organisations on Social Prescribing and Delayed Transfer of Care (DTOC). Most of us are aware of the second issue when the (theoretically) smooth flow of patients through hospita l from admission to discharge gets blocke d in some way. The consequence is that ele ctive surgery and treatments are delayed and patients are stuck in A&E, thus increa sing patients, their families and the stress on the medical staff. Bristol is currently close to the bottom of the

league tables on this me asure so we were interested to hear of the measures (short and long term) being put in place to improve. Social prescribing is inc reasingly popular and a way in which hea lthcare professionals can work with the patien t in a more holistic way. GPs cannot deal wit h many social issues that present themselves in the surgery and impact on a patient’s hea lth. They can, however, issue a ‘social prescri ption’ which sends the person to a link worke r who will support the patient into commu nity activities after a discussion of needs and aspirations. As a system, it is surprisingly effective although difficult to gather the fina ncial information. Frome started on this jou rney about six years ago to relieve pressure on primary care and found to their surprise tha t hospital admissions were also reduced. Bristol is intending to hav e link workers/ community navigators connected to all GP surgeries by the end of the year. Success depends on having the infrastructure of advice services, local gro ups refer people to. It also dep and activities to ends on information being readily availab le and up to date. Bristol information can be found at http:// www.wellaware.org.uk/ and LinkAge have

just produced an excellent booklet of activities for our local area. But social prescribing is not just for older people and you can self -refer. In some areas of the country, such as York and Leeds, it is delivered through public libraries – they can be a community hub for all age groups. So I will continue to press for a better and more imagin ativ libraries. Social prescribin e future for our g reduces costs to the NHS and improves live s but its effectiveness will be reduced if com munity infrastructure is not supported and the voluntary sector has its funding cut , again and again. As councillors, we would appreciate being made aware of any new community activities so we can make social prescribing work for us all! Clare Campion Smith 0117 353 3165

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GM teacher Cecily Frederick, angled at the base of the spine, sparing her lumbar discs them. • Yoga teachers are generally well trained in how to execute the postures as taught in their respective tradition. However, we can’t take it for granted that these understandings always reflect what is actually natural and healthy for

the body. To inform “best practice” in yoga we can learn from our “gurus” in the populations of the non-industrialised parts of the world where back pain and joint degeneration are rare. We can look to villages in India, Africa and South America, and still see what serves the body best. Interestingly, you will see a far more consistent posture in these diverse communities than you will see in most yoga classes. You will also see articulation at the base of the spine rather than deep lumbar curves. I’m not an Iyengar teacher, but BKS Iyengar certainly modelled that all his life. I teach 1:1 and private classes, and currently have a space in my Tuesday 7pm and Thursday 10.15am yoga classes. You are welcome! Contact 07982 231317 or clare@gokhalemethod.com You can find out more about natural posture at a Free Workshop - book your place directly at www.gokhalemethod.com • Sunday 22nd April, 3pm, Spicer+Cole, Gloucester Rd

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n NEWS THERE is a Wigwam on Park Row in Bristol. Not many people know that, because for most of the year it’s closed to the public. But in the spring, it becomes an art gallery, and from April 28 all are welcome to view original paintings and drawings by the artist members of Bristol Savages club. The Wigwam is an extension to the Elizabethan Red Lodge on Park Row. It was built in the garden in 1919, in the style of a mediaeval tithe barn, to be a meeting-place where Bristol artists could come together and work together. This creative fellowship still thrives to this day, and the Bristol Savages society now includes creative performers – singers, musicians, magicians and poets – who entertain their fellow members in the Wigwam every Wednesday night. The artist members come together at the same time and are given a subject chosen by the chairman for the night, to draw or paint in just two hours. \These ‘sketches’ are then

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displayed and sold to fellow members. The ability to create a finished sketch in a short time is a strict discipline which artists who aspire to join the Savages must demonstrate before their election. The 108th May exhibition has

been an annual event since 1904, apart from a couple of years in World War II. Savages president Bill Phillips said: “It’s an art extravaganza, offering an opportunity to purchase professional art works in every

genre, created by all the bestloved Bristol artists, including Michael Long, John Palmer, Anthony Pace and David Reed. Unlike the weekly sketches, these pictures are the fruits of sketching excursions and many days of intensive studio work over the year." The Bristol Savages 2018 Annual Exhibition will be held at the Red Lodge between Saturday 28 April and Saturday 12 May. The exhibition is open to the public and entry is free. Opening hours are daily between 10am and 4.45 pm, including Sundays.

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Developer releases eco self-build homes

by Keri Beckingham A BRISTOL-BASED self-build housing provider is set to release nine more plots in the second phase of its 33-home flagship community. Based in Kings Weston park near Blaise Castle, Bright Green Futures’ Water Lilies project presents a unique opportunity for buyers to design and build homes that specifically meet their needs. Prices vary according to different design options from one-bed flats to a five-bed property, but a ballpark amount for a two to threebedroom home is about 300K. As part of the project, Bright Green Futures will build the shell of each home to the exact design of the customer. The company also provides training, mentoring support and recommends contractors to ease customers through the process and give them the tools to self-build with confidence. Building as a group, future residents will be able to save money through bulk buying, help each other and develop new skills as they go. Martha Locke is one of Water Lillies phase one buyers. She currently lives in a one bedroom flat in Bristol with her partner and is looking forward to living somewhere more

energy efficient. She said: “My partner works for Bright Green Futures and it had always been our dream to design our own home, so there was a natural link. “We’d both got to the point where we were tired of renting, so looked at our budgets and then decided to go for a three bedroom house in the Water Lilies development. There’s not a lot of housing available in Bristol, and I want a house that is self-efficient, eco friendly, and smart. For me, it makes absolute sense for the environment and it gives me the freedom to tailor the design too.

“Bright Green Futures are there to hand hold throughout the selfbuild process and deliver regular workshops. So far it’s taken us about a year to get to this point, and we are currently waiting for planning to come back. We will then start getting our mortgage paid in waves so we can eventually buy our plot of land, pay for the construction and build and then finish the interior. “At this stage it is difficult to say when our house will be ready, but it’s looking that by 2020 we’ll be in and finishing everything off.” As part of Bright Green Futures’ support package, customers can qualify for a self-build mortgage through the lending panel set up with Buildstore. Buyers can expect to start formulating designs with architects straight after purchase, and residents will also benefit from the shared ownership of a community garden at the heart of the development. To find out more about the Water Lilies project, visit www.brightgreenfutures.co.uk/ projects/water-lilies/

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n NEWS A NEW bariatric ambulance has been unveiled at Southmead Hospital which will transport patients requiring extra support around the site. The new ambulance was purchased through funding from Southmead Hospital League of Friends, and will help transport patients from the Brunel building to Elgar House. This will enable patients to begin their recovery in an environment designed for the transition from hospital to home or a care home. The bariatric ambulance is specially-designed and equipped to support patients weighing

New ambulance handed over over 159kg (25stone) and will also transport women in labour from the maternity unit to the emergency theatre in the Brunel building when required. The dual purpose ambulance will be available 24/7 and can transport all patients from Brunel to other parts of the Southmead Hospital site. Lead Executive for Charitable Funds at North Bristol NHS Trust, Catherine Phillips said:

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“We are incredibly grateful to Southmead Hospital League of Friends for providing the funding for the new speciallydesigned ambulance.” The League of Friends has supported the needs of patients and staff at Southmead Hospital for over 40 years, and to date has given more than £1,140,000 in

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Westbury Harriers ace gets national call-up WESTBURY Harriers athlete Hannah Hobbs ensured that England reigned in Spain. Hannah was celebrating after winning the Under-20 women’s cross-country race in the prestigious Cross Internacional de Itálica event. The race took place on a four-kilometre dry clay course set in the sun-drenched ruins of the ancient Roman village of Italica in Santiponce just outside Seville. Among the first people to congratulate Hannah and the England team as they dominated the top four spots was Olympic legend Sebastian Coe who is now the IAAF president. “The call-up came out of the blue but it was a great honour to represent my country and my club,” said Hannah who attends Castle School sixth form in Thornbury. “It was great to meet Lord Coe after the race because he was really nice to us when we were chatting away. “Overall it was a great experience. I learnt a lot, it was nice to meet other athletes and I’m looking forward to running for England again.” Hannah represented England against Scotland, Wales and

Ireland in the Schools Home International two years ago in Falkirk but this was her first overseas competition. Hannah’s Westbury Harriers coach, Pat Gallagher believes the teenager is heading for great things. “Hannah really could go the very top,” Pat said. “She has what I could call a very clever ‘race brain’ but she’s also incredibly dedicated and hard-working. “She is doing Westbury Harriers proud and I am certain that she has what it takes to achieve great things.” Anyone interested in joining Westbury Harriers should visit the club website: https://www. westburyharriers.com

Sporting dinner TO mark the 90th anniversary of their ladies section, Westbury Harriers will be holding a dinner on Saturday April 7 at Kings Weston House. Any present and past members, wishing to attend, may obtain tickets and further details from James Murphy on 0117 908 5464 or jhvmurphy@ gmail.com Westbury Harriers was founded in 1924 and a ladies section was added soon after in April 1928. Their first mayor triumph came two years later when the club became the English National CrossCountry Senior Women’s Team Champions in 1930. Among many notable team achievements, Westbury Harriers won the Under 17 Women’s English National Cross-Country Team Champions 1968, have won the Midland Counties Senior Women’s Cross-Country Team Champions five times and the Midland Counties Senior Women’s 6 Stage Road Relay Champions 2012. Two Olympians have trained with the club. Lesley Morton represented her adopted country of New Zealand in the 10,000 metres at the 1992 games in Barcelona. Marian Sutton represented Great Britain in the marathon at the 2000 games in Sydney. Pat Gallagher joined the club as a fifteen year old and is still competing today in her seventies. After a successful cross-country career, in which she represented Wales, Pat “retired” from the sport in her mid twenties. After a spell away she returned, and

embarked on a remarkable career in Veterans/Masters athletics, which has seen her win numerous British, European and World titles, mainly in middle distance track events and recording several world best times in the process. In her younger days Marilyn Palmer won both the Midland Counties Under 17 Women (1967) and Senior Women’s (1976) cross-country titles. Now in her mid sixties she still competes in the Gwent CrossCountry League, winning the over 65’s title in 2016-17. Today Westbury Harriers has two talented young ladies who have the potential to make it to the very top of their sport. In only her second appearance in an England vest Hannah Hobbs won the Under 20 Women’s race at the prestigious “Easykit” Belgium Cross Cup event. Dalis Jones won the Under 13 Girls individual silver medal at the 2017 English National Cross-Country Championships. This year she has stepped up an age group to the Under 15s and has found life a bit tougher. But that is not uncommon for young athletes – just ask Paula Radcliffe!

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n FROM OUR MP

Your Voice in Parliament

Darren Jones column

OU may be unsurprised to read that Brexit has been top of the agenda, including in the context of our response to Russia’s actions not far from us in Salisbury. During March, I travelled to Brussels to meet with British diplomats and Brexit negotiators, and EU Chief Negotiator Michel Barnier. Following my event with constituents, I took the questions: (1) how can we stop Brexit if we want to?; and (2) how do we extend the transition period if we need to? Sadly, Monseiur Barnier was clear that he can only negotiate with the British Government, and not the British Parliament. He and the EU are disappointed that the UK is leaving, but until the Government position changes the EU is not working towards a scenario of either stopping Brexit, or extending our transition. However, he did say that we continue to have the right to change our mind. We just need to persuade the British Government to do so! Back at Westminster, I cross examined

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Immigration Minister Caroline Noakes about the rights of EU citizens (which you can read about in detail on my website), Brexit Secretary David Davis about the news that Airbus may need to relocate, Chancellor Philip Hammond about the suggestion that the Northern Irish border could be in Avonmouth (no joke…) and Brexit Minister Robin Walker about extending the transition period. Readers won’t be surprised to hear that I was disappointed by much of the answers I heard, although the Government’s position on EU citizens does seem to be positive (we just need to turn good words into actions). In mid-March I also held a Westminster Hall debate on the immoral tipping practises of Bristol-based restaurants Aqua Italia and Turtle Bay, where staff have reported having to pay a percentage of table sales to their employer, regardless of tips received. I am pushing the Government to ensure proper regulation of tipping and service charges so that waiting staff get to keep all of their tips. I know many of you are concerned about the environment and waste regulation. I’ve backed new enforcement powers against businesses who breach waste and environmental regulation. The use of stronger powers against non-compliant waste companies has long been called for by constituents – especially in areas such as Avonmouth where lots of waste-related industry is based. I’m also working with the council to ensure these new powers can benefit Bristol North West by calling for a ‘regulated border’ around Avonmouth to keep noisy and dirty businesses further away from residential areas. And lastly, many families will be conscious of proposed changes from Childcare Vouchers to Tax Free Childcare. The IT system for Tax Free Childcare is useless, but most importantly, the drop in support for working families over the course of a year could account for thousands of pounds. This hasn’t been communicated

to people properly and, thanks to Opposition pressure in March, the Government agreed to postpone the closure of the voucher scheme until improvements have been made to tax free childcare. You can read about these changes in detail on my website. Your Champion in Bristol Thank you for all of emails supporting the reunification of refugee families – my inbox has been bulging with support for the protection of these vulnerable families’ rights to reunion. I recently met First bus Managing Director, James Freeman. I raised recent fare rises alongside several service issues including the number 2 through Henleaze (which many of you have told me is erratic and prone to cancellation), as well as changes to the 76 – which are affecting attendance at Southmead Hospital and Henbury School. I was pleased to hear James will investigate the issues with service and route changes. My next pub politics, on Friday 6 April, will take place at The Eastfield Inn in Henleaze. If you fancy an informal chat about local or national policy issues, then please reserve your ticket online: http://darren-jones.co.uk/pubpolitics/. As ever, if you’d like to keep in touch with what I’m up to please sign up to my newsletter at www.darren-jones.co.uk or check out my Facebook Page (www.facebook. com/darrenjonesmp) or Twitter (www.twitter. com/darrenpjones). You can also tune in on Wednesday nights at 19:30 for my weekly Facebook Live from Westminster. And if you’d like to book an appointment at my local surgery, or want me to come to a local event, then please get in touch with my office. Darren Jones MP Member of Parliament Bristol North West "Your voice in Parliament. Your champion in Bristol."

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n NEWS FROM THE MAYOR

I vow to help the homeless - and not just when it snows IN last month’s column I mentioned that February would see the annual budget Full Council meeting. I was pleased our budget for 2018/19 was agreed. This takes the necessary steps to keep the council on a sound financial footing while ensuring we enable people to have as positive an experience as possible of life in Bristol. However, I want to begin by thanking all those whose efforts during the recent severe weather meant critical services continued to operate, vulnerable people were cared for and major incidents were avoided. It’s often said that it is in times of crisis that you see the extraordinary qualities of people and I can confidently say that this has been the case. Staff from across the council helped essential services operate throughout the snow and freezing temperatures. They worked alongside colleagues from the police, NHS, homeless charities, Highways England, private care companies, other voluntary agencies and many others. Social care staff walked miles to visit vulnerable people in their homes. Supported by the parks team in 4x4s and Bristol Community Links staff volunteering their time, they ensured that people received every expected meal. Some

staff stayed in work overnight to ensure the residents of our specialist dementia residential home in Redfield Lodge were cared for. This dedication was shared by our highways teams who worked 24 hours a day to plough the roads. In difficult conditions they travelled 6,000 miles and spread almost 600 tonnes of grit. Along with the invaluable effort of over 120 volunteer community snow wardens, they ensured that large parts of the city’s roads and footpaths remained passable. Outside of the council, volunteers and charity workers tirelessly worked to encourage rough sleepers to take the extra beds provided by the city’s charities. Their efforts ensured that the vast majority of the city’s homeless population had a bed during the worst conditions. Organisations across the city are joining forces to support our homeless population, school results are better than ever and improving and slowly, but surely, the city’s transport networks are being integrated for smoother and more timely journeys. In this year’s council budget, as well as minimising the impact of government cuts on front line services, we ensured funding in our capital budget for supporting these key city aims.

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Orchestra set for debut IN January this year, the Westbury Park Orchestra was formed and now has over 40 members. Under the direction of Ben England, WPO is joining forces with The Good Afternoon Choir, Bristol and The Good Afternoon Choir, Thornbury, for an inaugural charity concert at St Alban’s Church, Bayswater Avenue, Westbury Park, at 7.30pm on Saturday 28 April. It will include movements from Bizet’s Carmen Suite, Sullivan’s Iolanthe Overture, along with a variety of popular tunes and songs. Admission is free with a retiring collection

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Being Brunel museum opens its doors A NEW museum that explores the life and legacy of one of engineering’s greatest minds - Isambard Kingdom Brunel opened to visitors in Bristol on March 23. Displaying the world’s most significant collection on Brunel, the museum will allow visitors to discover the man who built two of the city’s most famous landmarks - the SS Great Britain, which transformed the way we travel today, and the famous Clifton Suspension Bridge. Being Brunel compromises six galleries and some 150 of Brunel’s personal artefacts, brought together to share the most significant insights into his influence on the world. The £7.2m project on Bristol’s harbourside will be located a few metres from the SS Great Britain. It also incorporates the historic Great Western Steamship Company’s Dock Office, a Grade II listed building where Brunel once worked, which has been restored as part of the project.

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compare their drawing skills to Brunel’s while travelling. Visitors will also step into Brunel’s mind for a multi-sensory cinema experience where they will observe extraordinary moments from his life as if they were seeing it through his eyes. Speaking of the new museum, Matthew Tanner,chief executive of the SS Great Britain Trust, said: “By preserving Brunel’s legacy in this way, the museum aims to show what the man made, and what made the man, and we aim to inspire the innovators of the future. It will also highlight Brunel’s continuing relevance today with insight from ‘modern day Brunels’ including Norman Foster and Roma Agrawal, exploring how Brunel has inspired their work.” Entry into Being Brunel is included in general admission to the SS Great Britain. More information and online tickets are available at ssgreatbritain. org.

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I Feel A Song Coming On! LOCAL vocal group Avon Harmony, Bristol's original all female A Capella chorus, is holding its annual spring concert, I Feel A Song Coming On. This year, the chorus have decided to hold a pop-up chorus singing workshop on the same afternoon, starting at 3pm until 6pm, to encourage newcomers to join in. It’s open to all aged 18 or over and costs £10 which includes the price of your concert ticket for the evening. The workshop will be run by Musical Director, Mary Williams, with help from members of the chorus to give visitors the opportunity to meet the chorus and make new friends, explore their vocal range

and learn a song in an afternoon to sing in the concert! If you just want to come along to the evening performance, the concert is open to anyone who wants to attend. The concert includes a variety of different songs from contemporary, shows, retro, swing. Joining Avon Harmony for the evening are friends, UWE Barbershop, who will also feature in the evening entertainment. The event will take place on Saturday 14 April, 7.30pm at the Newman Hall, Grange Court Road in Westbury-onTrym, BS9 4DP. Tickets for the concert are available from Mary on 07954 170532 or www. avonharmony.com

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Whistle Down the Wind proves a hit LOCAL drama group Ivy Arts Youth Theatre presented a week of rousing performances of Whistle down the Wind at The Olympus Theatre. The Lloyd Webber and Jim Steinman rock epic, set in rural 1950s Louisiana, is a whimsical tale about children who discover a fugitive hiding in their barn and mistakenly believe he is Jesus. The original story, written by Mary Hayley Bell, was adapted into a film in 1959, starring Hayley Mills and Alan Bates. Director and producer Kelly Packer has been attracting young people from Henleaze, Westbury Park, Bishopston and Redland to her drama and dance classes for more than ten years. Kelly said: “It’s quite a technically demanding show but as per usual the children were utterly fantastic and totally pulled it out of the bag. “I would put Whistle Down the Wind somewhere on a par with Les Miserables, the difference being that it’s not such a well known show. “Vocally it is very demanding as there are six-part harmonies almost throughout the entire production. We haven’t cut a single piece of harmony and they’ve all coped with it brilliantly.” The lead parts in the production were played by talented musical theatre actors, Ellen Corbett, Harry Saunders, Luke Garner-Greene and Zelda Coleborn supported by professional actor Brendan Casey, who played ‘The Man’. As well as the young people from Ivy Youth, 22 young children from Ivy Arts Theatre School joined the cast for the

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Diabetes cases on the rise in Bristol THE NUMBER of people diagnosed with diabetes in Bristol has reached 22,479, according to new analysis released by Diabetes UK. The new figures show that the number of people who have been diagnosed with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes in the area has

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n WHAT’S ON IN OUR AREA April 10 n Bulgarian Steam Extravaganza’ presented by Dave Winter. BAWA, 589 Southmead Road, BRISTOL, BS34 7RG. Tuesday 10th April 7:30 for 7:45 pm. The meeting is open to all and there is no admission charge, but a suggested donation of £3 to help defray expenses is appreciated. Contact: Dave Winter 01454 324230. April 14 n Bristol Cabot Choir Concert – Clifton Cathedral - Gabriel Fauré Requiem & JS Bach Jesu meine Freude. Conductor: Rebecca Holdeman. Tickets: £15/£5 NUS card/under 18s from www.opus13. co.uk/tickets or call 0117 9230164 or 0117 9626521. Supporting Bristol Off the Record. April 16 n Monday 16th April at 2pm. The Theory Of Everything 12A (2014). Directed by James Marsh and starring Eddy Redmayne and Felicity Jones. Set in Cambridge and depicting the life of theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking. At St Peter’s Church Hall, Henleaze. Refreshments: £3.00 Easy access, carers welcome. For more information please ring Home Instead Senior Care 0117 989 8210.

April 18 n Friends of Welsh National Opera are very welcome at Redmaids High School on Wed 18th April to enjoy a second illustrated talk by Chris Ball about famed opera singers of the past like: Flagstad, Melba, Ferrier, Pears, Eva Turner and ethical issues concerning recordings previously forbidden. Members £5, Guests £7 at the door. April 26 n Avon Organic Group. Talk (re-arranged). “Feed Bristol: Conservation and ecology in a food growing setting”. Matt Cracknell, Feed Bristol manager, will show us how food growers can create places where people and wildlife thrive. Thursday, 26 April, 7pm – 9pm at The Station (in the Dance Studio), Silver Street, Bristol. BS1 2AG. All welcome. Visitors £5 / AOG Members £2. www.groworganicbristol.org / secretaryaog@gmail.com April 28 n The next meeting of the South Western Branch of the Elgar Society will be held on Sat. 28th April at 2.15pm at the Bristol Music Club, 76, St. Paul's Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1LP. The speaker will be Michael

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Trott who will be talking about Hubert Parry - "The Development of a Great Personality". This promises to be a very interesting talk. Please do come along, you will be made most welcomed. Visitors pay £3.00 which includes refreshments. For more information please contact Doug Smith - Tel. 0117 9673480 or email - dougmusical@tiscali.co.uk May 17 n Henleaze Ladies Choir Spring Concert is at St Peter's Church Hall, Henleaze, on Thursday 17th May at 2pm. Refreshments will follow, and there will be a retiring collection in aid of Bristol Autism Support.

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

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n WHAT'S ON CONTINUED 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, 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.

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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 7.15pmthese 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

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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. n The Arts Society Bristol is for those who enjoy the arts and welcomes new members. Activities include monthly lectures by specialists in their field, at 8pm in University of Bristol School of Chemistry, BS8 1TS . More information on our website www. theartssociety-bristol.org.uk n Discussion Group: we are a small, convivial group who meet locally at 10am - 12 noon every Monday to discuss a wide range of topics of mutual interest. We are currently looking for new members - if you are interested please call Bob Broomfield on 0117 962 1061, or Alan Routledge on 0117 968 2246 for more information. 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 The Arts Society Bristol is for those who enjoy the arts and welcomes new members. Activities include monthly lectures by specialists in their field, at 8pm in University of Bristol School of Chemistry, BS8 1TS . More information on our website www. theartssociety-bristol.org.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

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n Bristol Brunel Lions Club – We meet at Shirehampton Golf Club on the first Tuesday of every at 7 for 7.30 on the 3rd Tuesday of each month we have a social

gathering normally with food. We raise money for charity both locally and beyond through a variety of indoor and outdoor activities. Lots of fun and fellowship raising and spending money for good causes. For more details of how to apply for assistance with charitable activities in Bristol or to become involved in our activities see Bristol Brunel Lions Club on line or contact our Club Secretary Bill O’Neill at lion.bill@ virginmedia.com n 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. This need not be as heavy a commitment as with some choirs. 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. We run the sessions all year round. 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 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.

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 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 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

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n WHAT'S ON CONTINUED 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 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 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. Lorna Tarr 07702 453827 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

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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. January 3rd meeting will be looking at this year's resolutions shortlist, plus there will be a quiz. February meeting has Jackie Franklin coming to speak on being a Foster Carer for over 30 years, fostering over 100 children, plus was on the Adoption Panel. It’s sure to be a very interesting meeting. Email westburyparkwi@gmail.com or see website www.westburyparkwi. org.uk

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 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. Healing is beneficial for well-being and health, helping you to relax and feel better. Come along and try a healing session, everyone is welcome. For more information

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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 9684140 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

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WHAT IT IS WHERE IT IS WHEN IT IS in no more than 40 words: email us at: news@henleaze andwestburyvoice.co.uk Thursdays between September and May from 1.30 – 3.30 pm (with a short break for tea). We give 2 charity concerts a year in December and May and from time to time are invited to entertain community groups around the city. There are also occasional social events organised. We are always pleased to see new members. 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 Where? 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,

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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 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 very friendly and informal games every Friday at the Beehive, Wellington Hill West, BS9 4QY from 2 to 4pm. For further info please contact Heddy SARA on 0117 9241318 and indicate when asked to give your name that you are phoning about scrabble in order not to be blocked. also email : nigel.d.sara@btinternet.com n The Bristol Astronomical Society host astronomical talks and activities each week. 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. February events: 2nd - Talks from members, 9th - Talk: The Herschels (the West's most famous astronomers), 16th Telescope building and engineering,

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n Whiteladies Farmers’ and Fair Trading Market is now held every Saturday, from 8.30am-2pm. Takes place at the junction of Whiteladies/ Apsley/Burlington Roads. Stalls cover bread, cheese, local lamb and chicken, fish, preserves, cakes, sushi, local fruit and veg, wild food larder, and recycled tools, wooden items and much more. n 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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n PHARMACY Have you seen the image of one of our pharmacists at the back of a Bristol City bus yet? It's also been running on TV and social media in support of an NHS England campaign to encourage more people to use their pharmacies as their first port of call rather than the GP or A&E.

0117 9246579 18 Kellaway Avenue, Westbury Park, Bristol, BS6 7XR www.kellawaypharmacy. co.uk This column by Jess Williams of Kellaway Pharmacy aims to help educate patients on a range of conditions and provide information to help maintain their well being while also easing pressure on GP surgeries by promoting self care.

What’s this all about? Community Pharmacists are highly trained NHS health professionals, who after completing five years initial training are able to offer clinical advice on effective treatments for a wide range of minor health concerns right there and then. No appointment needed. Our pharmacy team is trained to the highest standards, offering additional expert advice on mobility and living aids and all incontinence products for a dignified independent living. Pharmacists at Kellaway Pharmacy are also trained to provide vaccinations. Did you know we offer the Bristol’s most affordable service for Meningitis B vaccinations and all travel jabs and medication? Alongside expert advice on the safe use of all prescription and

over-the-counter medicines. We are excited to partner with Bristol-based Pukka herbs - Fair for Life certified; from sourcing 100% organic ingredients to reducing carbon footprint, whilst giving back generously to their farming communities. We stock organic Elderberry Syrup, Mushroom Gold, Turmeric supplements and varieties of tea to help with immunity support,stress, sleep or women’s health. We also now have the Bio-Kult probiotic range starting from infants. Gut health covered for the whole family. As always, our team is on hand to offer advice and guidance on these range with our usual unbeatable cost guarantee. We also offer a free prescription collection and delivery service. Whatever your needs. We are here for you because you deserve the best. Kellaway Pharmacy has always worked hard to be your local 'health superheroes' in this community. We are happy that the NHS is joining us to champion this message but don’t expect us to rest on our laurels anytime soon.

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henleaze&westburyvoice April, 2018 nB OOK OF THE MONTH WITH HENLEAZE & WESTBURY LIBRARIES is passed to his nephew, history. You can trace back heirThe Fellowship of Hobbit Packs available Frodo Baggins. Gandalf informs looms, for example a ring worn by Frodo that the ring Aragorn, one of the main characthe Ring to borrow from is in fact extremely ters, through the family trees, back dangerous, and Frodo, to the very beginnings of Middle with his three best Earth and the first living creatures Bristol Libraries By J.R.R Tolkein friends, sets out on a of the land. It is utterly fascinat56

First published in 1954, The Fellowship of the Ring is the first part of the epic saga ‘The Lord of the Rings’. I have returned to the trilogy many times, and each time there is something else to discover in the incredible world Tolkien has created. It is a long read, and if you are a slow reader the detailed descriptions can become a little tedious, but I always find it is worthwhile. The plot is gripping and full of adventure, and the characters are elaborate and original, from the wise leader Gandalf to the troublemaking hobbits, Merry and Pippin. In this first part of the trilogy, the Ring that Bilbo Baggins ‘acquired’ from Gollum in The

desperate journey to the safety of Rivendell, an elvish sanctuary. There the true nature of the ring is learned, and a fellowship of elves, men, dwarves, and hobbits sets off on an even more perilous quest, in a battle between light and dark. One thing about ‘The Lord of the Rings’ that I love most of all is how complete Tolkien’s world is. He has developed a whole history, mythology, geography and etymology for it, all incredibly detailed. ‘The Fellowship of the Ring’ does not describe these fully, but has frequent side references to them; the full stories can be found in other works such as ‘The Silmarillion’ or ‘Tales from the Perilous Realm’. Everything, from the shape of the land to the names of the characters, has a

ing and you can engross yourself completely in the books. In all this is a great read, especially if you are into fantasy and adventure, and I would highly recommend reading it if you haven’t already. ‘The Fellowship of the Ring’ ends on a cliff-hanger which leads perfectly into the next book. Review by Abigail – Henleaze Library volunteer, Duke of Edinburgh Award.

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n PETER'S VISION Peter Turner is the lead Optometrist at Turners Opticians

Words in Focus THE book ‘I Can Read with My Eyes Shut’ was apparently written after children’s writer Dr Seuss started to need glasses to help his failing eye sight. He has been quoted many times from this book (which he dedicated to his eye specialist). I like his encouragement to his readers, “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go”. Good advice, but suppose you find reading difficult, what then? Well if the issue you have is just that your arms are not quite long enough anymore then come see us and we can fix you up with a pair of glasses to bring your close vision back into sharp focus.

If, as for many of our younger patients, you just find reading a challenge & chore rather than a pleasure then you should come and see us as well! I read an interesting article recently. The author was writing about children & young people who either find reading more difficult than they should or have a reading ability lower than expected. Of interest was that the author reported that three quarters (that’s a lot!) of those with reading difficulties had passed a normal sight test as they had good sight, but still had difficulty reading. What’s this all about you may say? Well to those in the know, vision

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is about so much more than just sight. Seeing and identifying a few letters on the wall chart or reading card is not always a great indicator of actual visual performance & reading ability. The author goes on to say that when they gave each of these patients with reading difficulties a complete binocular vision assessment they found many had binocular vision problems or visual stress; to quote a colleague ‘eyes that were just not friends!’ So if you, or a (young) person you know finds reading more difficult than it should be what next? May I present our eye exam (NHS funded if U16). This is more

in-depth that a standard sight test, and while not a full binocular vision assessment, we can certainly look for the signs of underlying visual stress or binocular vision problems and either prescribe glasses to help or arrange further assessment to get to the root of the reading difficulties. Why this specialist interest in helping others with reading difficulties you may ask? Well, if you want to know you’ll just have to come and see me! To book an extended eye exam for yourself or those you love, please call 0117 962 2474 or 0117 965 4434. Appointment’s can also be booked via our website, or you are very welcome to pop in to our practices in Henleaze or Fishponds and say Hi! We look forward to seeing you soon!

Peter Peter Turner is the Lead Optometrist at Turners Opticians in Bristol and also works part time as a Senior Optometrist at the Bristol Eye Hospital.

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This is a most engaging detached 1930’s 5 bedroom family home set in a lovely position in the heart of Stoke Bishop that thrives on having a wonderful community spirit. The property is full of original character and distinction and is arranged over three floors. EPC – D

This is a lovely example of a 4 bedroom semi-detached house in a very convenient location that offers versatility and further scope to really make your own. EPC – D

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n INSIDE OUT LOOKING at picture perfect interiors all day long sounds like fun, but even the nicest of jobs can become fatiguing in its own way. The painstakingly positioned furnishings and flowers, the contrived tastefulness, the obscene luxury. It can get a bit formulaic and dull. So being nutty about interiors of all kinds, and wanting to keep things fresh, I follow a variety of different instagram accounts, and some of my favourite are actually those of Urbex Photographers, where the interiors are very imperfect indeed. For anyone unfamiliar with the term (also known as Ruin Porn), it is short for Urban Exploration; the hobby of brave souls possessed of a sometimes morbid fascination with empty and decaying spaces. They roam, usually in small groups, occasionally illegally, through deserted asylums, hospitals, factories, theatres, prisons, palaces and sewers the world over. When nature takes over forgotten architecture, the effect is mesmerising. There is something undeniably compelling, if not creepy, about places once populated by many

with interior designer Zoe Hewett Photo courtesy of Paul Morris on Unsplash people that now lie empty. Corridors are the worst, and rooms with chairs or medical equipment left behind. These rooms are like the Marie Rose of the built environment. An unfinished story, abruptly abandoned halfway through, leaving a sense of mystery. Browsing images of peeling paint, flapping wallpaper, flooded floors, dusty chandeliers, disarranged parquets, and creeping ivy throttling once-

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Later life. Why wait – enjoy it now! A remarkable new village is opening in Stoke Gifford. If you’re 55 or over, you’ll find so much here to help you get the most out of later life, with 261 affordable new one and two bedroom apartments available for purchase, rental and shared ownership. Homes are light, comfortable and spacious, equipped with the latest safety and security features. Built around a host of high quality social and leisure facilities, they include a gym, bar, bistro, shop, hair and beauty salon, village hall, hobby room, IT suite and library, and a greenhouse. Imagine what a wonderful opportunity this is to remain active and independent for longer, discovering hidden talents and learning new skill amongst friends and neighbours.

Village Show Homes Open for viewing - Monday - Friday, 10am - 4pm. Stoke Gifford Retirement Village, Off Coldharbour Lane, Stoke Gifford, Bristol BS16 1EJ For more information please call 0117 321 6632 or email stokegifford@extracare.org.uk or online at www.stokegiffordvillage.co.uk

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n NEWS

Grayson Perry tapestries go on show

AN exhibition of tapestries by the Turner Prize winning artist, Grayson Perry, will go on display at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery from March 31. Grayson Perry: The Vanity of Small Differences explores the British fascination with taste and class through six large tapestries inspired by William Hogarth’s morality tale, A Rake’s Progress. The three month exhibition is sponsored by Bonomini hair salon, Resource Solutions Group (RSG) and UWE Bristol. Perry’s tapestries follow the socially-mobile life of fictional character Tim Rakewell from infancy to untimely death. They are rich in both content and colour and depict many of the eccentricities and peculiarities associated with life in the UK, from interior design to British cuisine, political protest and celebrity gossip. The exhibition will also include a number of works from Bristol’s own collections,

including historical ceramics, and the A Rake’s Progress print series by William Hogarth and David Hockney. Julia Carver, Curator of

Modern and Contemporary Art, said: “Exhibiting Perry’s witty and exquisitely detailed tapestries, sheds new light on the treasures in our own collections, from Hogarth and Hockney

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