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n NEWS BRISTOL City Council is implementing massive cuts across the city to finance a £92 million funding gap in the next five years. The latest proposals were published on 12 January http:// www.bristol.gov.uk/coprstrategy and will be considered by Cabinet on 30 January. The full Council meeting on 21 February will then decide whether to approve the Mayor’s recommendations. Just one aspect of these proposals is a massive reduction

Budget cuts likely to hit Neighbourhood Partnerships in provision for Neighbourhood Partnerships (NP) which means that the Henleaze, Stoke Bishop and Westbury-on-Trym Neighbourhood Partnership is unlikely to continue in its current form beyond March 31st. The NP role has been to

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devolve council power back to residents for very local issues like street scene, parks, trees and road safety and grant small funds to enable local groups to start up community projects. There are two Forum meetings in our area in February which will provide an opportunity for residents to discuss how best to influence the city council in the future. Henleaze Forum – 2 February at 7pm in Henleaze Library Westbury-on-Trym Forum – 8 February at 7pm in Venue 35, Stoke Lane Ward representative Alan Aburrow said: “The elected Mayor’s latest budget proposals cut right to the heart of the 14 NPs across the city. In particular, the proposals include total withdrawal of the devolved £350k city-wide annual budget for Minor Traffic Schemes. This act alone brings into question the continued viability of our own NP’s Transport Working Group. “Since the inception of NPs, some seven years ago, the back-office admin to support the city-wide ‘NP machine’ has been overly-bureaucratic and not particularly cost-effective in delivering its key objectives. The Partnerships also suffered from insufficient council-led publicity to alert residents to the NPs very existence and purpose. “As chairman of the NP’s Transport Working Group, I consider that what the group has achieved has been demonstrably worthwhile. In particular, it has been able to work very effectively with the council’s highways officers to complete numerous schemes that, perhaps, would not even have seen the light of day without the group’s existence.

“We leave behind a legacy of approximately 25 schemes/ projects, executed over the past seven years across Stoke Bishop, Westbury-on-Trym and Henleaze which were funded from the NP’s devolved funds. These include new zebra crossings on Southmead Road and Shirehampton Road; trafficcalming measures in Chock Lane; upgrading the mini-roundabout at the junction of Parry’s Lane and Shirehampton Road; new kerbing and traffic bollards to protect the grass verge in Canford Lane (near Merlin Close); traffic-calming measures in Park Grove/Springfield Grove; “Mother & Child” bays in Westbury Hill car park; two new street lamps on the Public Right of Way near the Parish Church, plus numerous, much needed, new parking restrictions across the patch.” Councillor Geoff Gollop said: “I can see that there are some things that aren’t perfect but what has developed over the years are that the Forums that happen in the wards - they are a really good way of giving councillors and the council a chance to engage with local residents. “What I’d rather see is the three local Forums being the foundation and that we develop from there. The need for lobbying groups in the local community is going to be even greater with the amount of council services being reduced. I see this as a new chapter in the way we operate but hopefully we’ve benefited from what the NP has done in bringing the community together and it will build from there.”

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Inspector says Yes to care home on former police station site PLANNING permission has been granted for the demolition of the existing police station buildings on Southmead Road and redevelopment of the site to provide a 66 bed residential care home and a single dwelling. The application Ref 15/0665/F was refused by Bristol City Council in April 2016 as there had been considerable objection locally to the removal of a large Wellingtonia tree in the grounds. There are three Wellingtonia trees on site, all of which are covered by a Tree Preservation Order. The plans were passed following an Appeal hearing by Care UK Partnerships Ltd on December 28th. The Westbury-on-Trym Society put in a statement to the committee about the heritage of the original garden and the

Friends of Badock’s Wood raised ecological concerns. Neighbourhood Partnership tree champion, Stephanie French, let her feelings be clearly known about the plans to remove a significant tree instead of redrawing the architect’s design. Stephanie said: “I think it is a tragedy. This is a seriously significant tree being sacrificed for money because the architect and developer could not be bothered to move the home a few feet in a large site. So much for community responsibility.” In his report, Planning Inspector Rory Cridland stated: “While I note the council’s suggestion that the proposal could be redesigned to incorporate T22, it is likely that this would require significant changes to the proposed design. Furthermore, I accept the

appellant’s assertions that the need to provide a satisfactory Root Protection Area and the design requirements for a scheme as that proposed result in significant site constraints.”

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Plans to demolish Downs cottage refused PLANS to knock down a cottage on the Downs to make way for a four-bedroom house have been refused by the city council. Westerleigh Cottage on Cote Drive has been the subject of planning wrangling for nearly a year so far. An initial application from Springer Homes last April generated 15 official objections from neighbours, with revised plans still leading to another nine objections. Planning officer Ken Reid had recommended that the revised plans for the 1930s cottage site be approved, but the matter was referred to the city council’s Development Control Committee because of the number of objections received, including one from Henleaze and Westbury councillor Geoff Gollop. The committee has now voted against the planning officer’s recommendations. In its official notice of decision, the committee said that “the proposed dwelling by virtue of its design, scale, massing and footprint, would

Westerleigh Cottage in 2007 detract from its setting and look incongruous in the surrounding streetscene. “This would fail to preserve or enhance the character and

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n NEWS years. It was built to house the gardener for Miss Robinson, after she ‘downsized’ from Cote to Westerleigh, in Cote Drive, in the 1920s. Although the Cottage is no longer ‘tied’ to Westerleigh by virtue of housing its gardener, the design details continue that historic link. The Dutch Barn roofline contains the first floor bedrooms and bathroom and there are no windows at this level facing towards Westerleigh, so as to maintain the privacy of Westerleigh’s residents. “Following a planning application to demolish the cottage and build a much larger replacement by the present owners the refusal was on the grounds of the unsuitability of the proposed replacement, rather than a positive vote for keeping the cottage. “We still believe that the heritage value of the cottage has not been given sufficient weight and that refurbishment and extension provide a far better route towards bringing the cottage into the 21st century, while reaching back to its links to the surrounding buildings and its place within the environment of the Downs Conservation Area. “It is clear from the condition of the building in 2007 when the present owners took possession that this is a solidly built cottage that has the potential to be restored and enhanced to continue its presence as a modest landmark in our Conservation Area.

Westerleigh Cotttage as it is today “Although we welcome the refusal of this Planning Application, we still hope to see full acknowledgement of the historic and heritage value of Westerleigh Cottage to this corner of the Downs.” Objections from other neighbours to the plans centred around concerns of overdevelopment of the site, the design and materials being out of character with the surrounding area, and a desire for the existing cottage to be extended rather than demolished. However, in his report to the committee, planning officer Ken Reid said that the revised plans had dealt with earlier concerns

Snowy day HENLEAZE and Westbury Park residents were surprised to awake to a light dusting of snow on January 13, which had fallen during the early hours. A more frequent sight in some northerly parts of the country, the snow was a welcome delight to local children, who enjoyed a little bit of magic on the way to school. An hour later it had all but disappeared.

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about the development. He said: “The proposed dwelling would not harm the character or appearance of this part of the Downs conservation area.” The cottage is not a listed building and is separated from

nearby listed buildings by modern housing and trees. The council’s City Design Group said it had no objections to Westerleigh Cottage being demolished. Springer Homes now has six months to appeal the decision.

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Bristol MP’s disappointment over failure to recognise ‘Johnny’ Johnson in New Year Honours list

BRISTOL North West MP Charlotte Leslie has written to Prime Minister Theresa May expressing her deep disappointment that Dambusters Hero George 'Johnny' Johnson has again been overlooked in the latest honours list. Mr Johnson is one of just two surviving members of the crews which targeted the Sorpe Dam in 1943, and the only one still living in the UK. The retired RAF officer received a Distinguished Flying Medal for his role as a bomb aimer but, despite pressure from many including Charlotte, has again been overlooked by the honours committee. Mr Johnson has said that if he were to be given an honour, he would dedicate it to the thousands of air crew members who lost their lives during the Second World War. In her letter to the Prime Minister, Charlotte said she was disappointed at the absence of a recommendation from the Honours Committee. In the letter to Mrs May she said: "Johnny is the last surviving link in the UK to the Dambusters raids. His bravery, along with the other members of Bomber Command, is well documented, but since then he has continued to be an inspiration to many, meeting with young people and talking about the war and its effects, even now at the age of 95. "He does not make money for himself by doing this. He is not an individual who is simply fulfilling a well-paid job description. He is a man of exceptional courage, going well beyond the call of duty into his 90s, to whom, in part, we owe our freedoms today.” She is also supporting a petition backed by TV star Carol Vorderman calling to give him an honour. And she plans to raise the matter in Parliament as soon as possible. Charlotte, who is also Honorary President of her

local air-cadets, Westbury-onTrym’s 2442 Squadron, said: "I can hardly think of a person for whom it would be more appropriate to give an honour. Surely people like Johnny Johnson are why we have honours. "His has an incredible past, but is still working hard for others today. He is an inspiration to so many, not least the Cadets of the Westbury-on-Trym 2442 Squadron. "Johnny is one of the last links to an era of armed forces personnel who gave their lives in tragically huge numbers to ensure the peace we enjoy today and, modest as he is, Johnny has said he would dedicate any honour to all the brave air crew from that era. "I hope the Honours committee listens to the thousands of people who are supporting this campaign. I am truly humbled to be lucky enough to have met Johnny on a number of occasions, and I will seek to raise this in Parliament at the earliest opportunity." Charlotte has previously supported calls to give members of Bomber Command a medal to recognise their role instead of the current clasp which is offered. Those who fought in specific campaigns such as Africa, Italy, the Pacific, Burma or France had their own separate medal for that campaign, and Bomber Command veterans have long argued that their campaign in the skies over Nazi Germany, which lasted for the entire war and was the only offensive action in Germany between Dunkirk and D-Day, deserved its own medal. She said it 'defied common sense' and has urged the Government to think again.

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Parking on pavements puts people with prams or disabilities in peril

WITH more cars, but increasing limitations on parking spaces, parking on pavements is becoming a familiar sight in Henleaze and Westbury it is not just a local problem. The RNIB and Guide Dogs have long campaigned on this issue and in December 2015 a Pavement Parking Private Members’ Bill was debated in Parliament, but withdrawn following the government’s commitment to undertake a policy review. Bristol Walking Alliance (BWA) have set up a sub-group to look into this as it has become clear that this is a priority issue for pedestrians particularly for parents with young children or those who are disabled. Former Henleaze councillor, Glenise Morgan, a member of the BWA sub-group, said:

“There is little that can be done by the council or police without legislation being in place, as it is in London, so one of our first actions is to write to our MPs and request that they find out why – one year later - nothing further has been heard about the government’s proposed review.” Many drivers park on pavements to help traffic flow, oblivious of the safety risk to the disabled and parents with pushchairs, so the BWA will also be working with the RNIB, Guide Dogs and Living Streets on raising awareness. If you would like to get involved, or have local examples where pavement parking is a problem, get in touch at www. bristolwalkingalliance.org.uk – free membership is open to organisations and individuals.

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THE Bishop of Bristol the Rt Rev Mike Hill officiated at a service and dedication to the restoration of the East End and new works at the West End of Holy Trinity Westbury-on-Trym on Sunday January 8. The Bishop, clergy, and congregation processed around the church to the accompaniment of the church choir singing the first hymn, then at the closed West Door the Bishop knocked three times with his pastoral staff. The door was opened by representatives of the builders and the Bishop led everyone into the church where he dedicated the new works. This marks the start of the 1300 years celebration of Westbury, which is a celebration not just of a continuous Christian community from at least the 8th century, but of the life of the community today which has been built on those 13 centuries. Vital conservation work and repair of the stonework and windows at the East End of the church, much of which is medieval in origin, was funded by a Heritage Lottery Fund grant. The church’s own fundraising and generous donations of money and time have enabled improvements to the access outside the main West door and the installation of an internal lift. The cost for the entire project has been around £210,000. The year will be celebrated by people from well-established societies and associations, like the Westbury Society, the Women’s Institute, Scouts and

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Brownies, among many. But it will also be an opportunity for everyone who lives in the area to be involved. Residents can enter the Wellie Art competition or a class in the Village Show, come and listen to one of the many concerts, visit art and photography displays at the library and even grow some historic vegetables! The local schools each have a specific project which when completed will be accessible to all. Crafters and photographers are already getting together.

There is the Community Fair, Village Show and Christmas fair to look forward to. And of course there will be bangs and smoke when the Civil War Society performs at the Canford Fayre in June. Look out for posters and flyers around The Village, and in the local press, and get involved! Celebration events planned

for 2017 include a Pilgrimage to Worcester Cathedral at the end of May, a special service with the Rt. Revd. Dr John Inge, Bishop of Worcester and distinguished guests on June 11th, and a Pilgrimage to Greece in the steps of St Paul in September. For more information contact Bridget Niblett@Outlook.com

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Cafe Grounded opens in Henleaze GROUNDED, well known in the area for their busy cafe bar on the Gloucester Road, opened a new branch on Northumbria Drive on January 24. Grounded Henleaze, sited next to the Orpheus Cinema and Waitrose, is the ninth addition in the portfolio of this independent Bristol company which already has six premises in Bristol and two in Wiltshire. Marketing manager, Katie Taylor, said she was looking forward to welcoming all the new customers to Grounded Henleaze. Katie said: “The conversion of the building that

many refer to as ‘the old sweet shop’ has gone really well. “Our small team of skilled local craftsmen have converted the two former shops into our trademark welcoming interior. We have used recycled materials where possible, including reclaimed floorboards and vintage tables and chairs. “The industrial style light fittings add a contemporary edge to the interior, which is offset by the comforting deep red and mustard yellow walls. Leather wingback chairs add to the intimate living room feel, despite the cafe bar having room for over seventy customers.” The founder of Grounded, property developer Tobie Holbrook, has been on site for a number of weeks project managing the conversion into the more intimate vibe of a living room for the cafe bar and creating an outdoor seating area. Tobie said: “We’ve had our eye on the Henleaze area for a while - it has the perfect mix of

an engaged local community and a dynamic food scene that we’re excited to be part of. Being next to the cinema, Grounded will be the perfect place for a pre-movie meal or post-movie drink.” Grounded Henleaze will be open from dawn until dusk every day of the week, serving coffee and food from 8am right through until 10pm. Their menu will feature a frequently changing selection of freshly-made chef’s specials, alongside a selection of small plates, burgers, pasta,

and stone-baked pizzas in the evening. The cafe bar aims to sit alongside the existing businesses, offering something unique to the Henleaze and Westbury Park area. They plan to exhibit the work of local artists on their walls and will be inviting local musicians to play at their monthly acoustic music nights. Grounded also host fundraising events for charities, and sponsors community arts and music festivals.

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Westbury dancers become 'face' of BBC LADIES and gents from the regular Wednesday night Zumba Fitness class in Westbury-onTrym have become TV stars. They feature in a new set of BBC continuity shots, known as idents, which appear between programmes. The BBC have replaced the familiar circling hippos with a new series of short portraits by documentary photographer Martin Parr, reflecting the diversity of modern Britain by featuring different groups of people coming together, united by their shared passions and interests. Exercise teacher Marie Clifford filmed the BBC ident with a number of people from her Westbury-on-Trym Zumba class who meet weekly to enjoy exercising to zesty Latin music at the village hall. Marie said: “The BBC had found me through my website www.bristoldancezumba.co.uk and I family, was asked to put forward a Maggie Curran has been a Coles grandparents and grandkids mixture of people to do a dance class regular for four years. to music exercise.” “I did tell the family and Maggie Curran and Sureen pointed out when I was on TV. Osler from Henleaze and Sapna My friends have all noticed and Mehta from Stoke Bishop were they all laughed and tease me among the lucky ones selected by a little. I had such a good time the BBC to take part. there - I spent the whole time Sureen Osler said: “It was filming with three footballers in really good fun and completely the back row, laughing away,” different to the normal class she said. because we stopped part-way Sapna Mehta was invited through for the filming crew to along to the filming with her get different shots. daughter having only just begun “I don’t think my family have the classes. Sapna said: “It was actually noticed me on the TV! my second session and I was “People at work have but I quite nervous. I was in the front think because it is so quick and row and I didn’t know what I was there is a big group of us that it’s doing. Marie was right next to not focussing on one individual me and I was wondering which person.” way to look - straight ahead or

sideways? The crew were lovely and made it really easy for us.” Marie teaches a variety of Zumba classes to all ages and abilities, including Zumba Gold in the Chair for people who have difficulty standing or limited mobility. She has been teaching for the last six years and was a finalist in last year’s Equality and Diversity Instructor of the Year awards. After a successful career as a professional actress when she sang and danced in many theatre productions in the West End, Marie retrained as a teacher. Following a period of illness and two car accidents she wanted to do more aerobic activity and found the perfect combination of

dance and fitness with Zumba. Marie said: “The most important thing is that the class is having fun and not worrying about getting it right or wrong. It’s social and people go away feeling that they’ve enjoyed a fun hour. I’m stumped by why more men don’t come to the classes as it’s a good workout.” Maggie couldn’t agree more, adding: “I’ve made friends in the class and it’s such a good laugh. In the past I’ve struggled here with my arm in plaster recovering from a fracture and all sorts. I’m not very good at it but I get some exercise, enjoy it and have fun.” Picture courtesy of BBC/ Martin Parr/Magnum

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Now you can use library six days a week THE new out-of-hours service for Westbury Library was greeted with great enthusiasm by local residents in January when it was introduced with a coffee morning which saw over 140 people sign up on the first day. The Westbury Library Group are encouraging residents to join and more particularly, to use the library. As part of this they are currently asking people to sign up in Westbury Library for the Extended Access pilot scheme, which gives access outside staffed hours to book loans, ebooks, newspapers, DVDs and computers in the library. Malcolm Neave explained: “The entry box enables members to use the Westburyon-Trym library facilities from 8am to 7pm Monday to Saturday. All you need is your library card and your PIN (which library staff can

provide if you have forgotten it) – as long as you have registered to use the service” To register, you just need to pop into the library during the normal hours (2pm-7pm Monday, 11am-4pm Tuesday to Saturday), and complete a short registration form (which needs your library card number so make sure you have it with you). One of the library staff will explain how the system works and answer any questions you may have. Malcolm added: “The need to get lots more people using our libraries is particularly important in the current financial climate, where many are facing likely closure. "If you are not a library member, why not take the opportunity to join up now? It’s a free service, and there aren’t many of those around these days!” Ward councillor Geoff

Gollop stressed the need to demonstrate support for the library service. He said: “In the questioning that we’ve had of the Mayor into whether libraries will stay open due to usage or need he hasn’t answered usage. “They’ve spent all this money on remote access in this library - it would seem odd to close it. Equally, Henleaze is the busiest and most popular library in the network. We’ve got to use every means we have to register both libraries as being essential.” More events in support of libraries will be happening over the coming months. If you would like to be kept up-to-date with what is happening in Westbury and Stoke Bishop, email westbury.library.group@ gmail.com

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Bristol is European City of Sport SPORTING organisations across Bristol have come together to find the best way to mark being a European City of Sport this year. Bristol is one of 12 cities across Europe selected to hold the title in 2017, to celebrate the part that sport and active recreation plays in local communities. The title was awarded by ACES Europe, a Brussels-based group which promotes sport across the continent, based on the city’s sporting facilities, residents’ participation, and the success of local sports teams. It follows on from Bristol’s year as European Green Capital in 2015, which focused on citywide environmental issues. Sporting events will take place in the city throughout the year, with the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup already confirmed.

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'It might create a landmark but it's inappropriate here' PLANS to build a modern threestorey house in Westbury Park have been refused by the council because it would look out of place. Spiller Builders have a garage and builders’ yard on the junction of St Albans Road and Linden Road. A request to demolish this to make way for a four-bedroom, cubic contemporary house was deemed “inappropriate” by planners. Bristol city council’s case officer Ken Reid said in his report: “The applicant states that the proposal would create a landmark building with distinctive qualities. “Whilst this may be the case, it is not considered to be the right design approach for this location. [It] would distract from the surrounding streetscene, undermining the architectural integrity of the neighbouring buildings to the detriment of

visual amenity.” Many neighbours agreed, with 29 formally objecting to the plan for reasons including it being out of keeping with the surrounding area, and the planned building being visually overbearing. Other issues raised by objectors included parking problems and potential visibility

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n NEWS A PETITION to Bristol City Council to provide a crossing for pedestrians in Canford Lane is in circulation. So far almost 200 local residents have signed it and petitioners are working hard to gather signatures. Canford Lane, unlike most local roads, still has a 30 mph speed limit and can be difficult to cross. Unlike similar roads, such as Parry’s Lane, Shirehampton Road or Coldharbour Lane, Canford Lane has no zebra crossings or pedestrian refuges. This busy spot on the A4162, between the Crematorium, Canford Park and Sandyleaze has become a traffic hotspot in recent years and local people say that there is no safe way to cross from one side of the road to the other. Parents have complained that the width of the road and the volume of traffic makes it difficult to cross with children, especially whilst pushing a buggy. Dog walkers are also aware of the risks. Campaigners Graham Donald and Nicola Hawkes met the local Transport Working Group (TWG) in January to discuss future plans. Graham said: “The TWG are fully behind having a crossing in Canford Lane and the Highways Engineer has produced a sketch showing two possible (alternative) crossing sites.

Campaigners urge backing for Canford Lane crossing petition More work would be required to turn one of these into a definite proposal, but it is clear that a crossing on Canford Lane in the vicinity of Canford Crematorium looks viable. “But, as part of their freeze on new spending, Bristol City Council have taken away all the money previous allocated to Neighbourhood Partnerships for highways projects. Therefore, we shall now be campaigning for the city council to take on this project themselves. “It can be slow work gathering names door to door, for many people are out during daylight hours and we like to call at reasonable hours. If any local residents would like to sign our Petition, they can contact me and one of the Team will arrange to go and see them. Offers of help in gathering names or supporting us in other ways, such as writing letters or campaigning on social media, would be very much appreciated.” Graham can be contacted at grahamdonald@blueyonder. co.uk

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Westbury pupils among 7,000 in Young Voices performance at the O2 Arena they all agreed that it was an unforgettable experience. Pupil Natasha said: “I found it really fun and met some awesome people. It was the best time of my life.” Kiera added: “It was magical, standing up in the stadium with another 7,000 children. It was an unforgettable experience.” Parents appeared to enjoy it too. One commented: “The atmosphere inside the O2 was electric. The children sang their hearts out, partied and danced with great enthusiasm and there was plenty of fun audience participation!” Choir leader Mrs O’Neill echoed these sentiments: “The children sang and danced with confidence and enthusiasm, clearly showing expressions of sheer delight on their faces. This was an experience they will remember for the rest of their lives.” The school have also been very proud of the wonderful work the choir has been doing ‘out in the community’ representing the Academy. Before Christmas the choir performed at the Friendly Club at the Methodist Church in

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IT was an exciting and inspiring start to the year for children from Westbury-on-Trym CofE Academy school choir. In mid-January 50 children accompanied by staff and parents travelled to London to take part in the ‘Young Voices’ performance at the O2 Arena. Over 7,000 children from choirs from all over the country took part and worked with professional musicians, singing a variety of folk, pop, rock and songs from all over the world. There were some very tired children and teachers in school the next day but

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Badminton notches up seven Oxbridge offers BADMINTON School is celebrating seven conditional offers to Oxbridge. This represents 12 per cent of the Upper Sixth students at the school in Westbury-onTrym. The offers from Oxford and Cambridge are to study courses in Medicine, Law, Natural Sciences, Fine Art and Architecture. Mrs Proudman, Director of Higher Education at Badminton, said: “This is a fantastic achievement that pays testament to the girls’ hard work within the classroom but also outside it. We pride ourselves on offering each of our Sixth Form girls dedicated, personalised higher education guidance and support through programmes including our Opportunities Fair and Oxbridge Mentor Scheme. In future we will continue to add to this offering and have a Law Portal coming online currently.” Mrs Tear, Headmistress, said: “I am delighted for every one of our Sixth Form girls as they receive offers from some of the top universities in the country and overseas. The huge range in subjects our girls are hoping to study, from Occupational Therapy to Culinary Arts, makes me proud as it demonstrates how the Sixth Form at Badminton supports, encourages and facilitates each student’s individual

aspirations. I wish the girls the very best of luck with their forthcoming studies and examinations.” The prospective Oxford Medics, all of whom live locally in Bristol, follow in the long tradition of Badminton pupils studying medicine at the historic UK university.

Badminton has become a a hub for ‘The Medic Portal’, an official partner of The Royal Society of Medicine offering prospective students free resources and interview advice. Mrs Tear said: " Badminton is proud to be contributing in many ways to our future medical professionals."

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Students invited to Get into Medicine THE Medic Portal, in official partnership with the Royal Society of Medicine, is running a series of national Get into Medicine ‘Aspire’ Events, relevant to all students in years 9-11 who have an interest in pursuing a careers in Medicine. Coming to Badminton School, Bristol on Monday February 3, this one day event is a unique opportunity for students to learn all about the Medical Profession, and how to maximise their chances of getting into the top UK Medical Schools. Attendees will hear from Get into Medicine experts, practising doctors, Medical School Students and a Medical School Admissions Tutor. At the cost of £10 per ticket, or £15 for Student + Parent, this is a unique chance for all students to attend, and

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HORFIELD School is fundraising for artificial turf to lay over two areas of the school playground, making these areas accessible throughout the year for safe, fun learning and active play. The school is trying a few different funding avenues to reach the £30,000 needed but with budgets being tight the money is largely coming from fundraising efforts led by the School Association. Karen White, Chair of the Horfield School Association, said: “One of our ideas is opening up the space for sponsorship, selling 1m2 sections to individuals for £5 each, or 10m2 for £50 to local businesses. Each square sold can be dedicated to a particular person or group. Some have been named after the buyer's family, some as gifts for the person who has everything and some businesses have purchased them in their company name. “We've also had incredible support from ex-students joining in. We provide a sponsorship certificate for each square sold and we will be making a feature of named and logoed plaques which will go on display at the school as a permanent reminder of those who have helped us achieve our target. “Our Year 6 pupils approached us about helping and decided to take up the Fiver challenge: We gave £5 each to 9 teams and the ideas they came up with to raise money were fantastic. They held a sale at school last week and raised a fabulous £247 by making smoothies, offering Henna tattoos, creating bespoke badges, selling cakes, sweet treats and chocolate covered marshmallows. It was well supported and we are very proud of their achievements.”

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Elmlea Junior School finds formula to top the school performance tables ELMLEA Junior School in Westbury-on-Trym has achieved remarkable results again this year, topping the Bristol schools SATs performance table. 2016 saw the first group of children being tested in the new national curriculum which is more challenging, with the expected standards requiring a higher level of skills, application and understanding than ever before. At Elmlea, 86% achieved the “expected” standards across the board in reading, writing and maths with 20% gaining high scores in all three. This compares to the Bristol average of 54% of pupils achieving the expected standards, with 7% obtaining high scores. As a result of these high standards, Elmlea Junior School has been selected for a top role supporting schools in

challenging circumstances. Clare Galliers, Head Teacher, has been appointed to the role of National Leader of Education (NLE). Roger Pope, Chair of the National College for Teaching and Leadership, said: “It’s fantastic that heads like Clare have the passion and ambition to help improve the life chances of young people, not just in their own but in other schools as well.”

With regard to Elmlea Junior’s results, Clare Galliers commented: “We are delighted with our Key Stage 2 SATS results which have come at a time full of change, when the requirement to meet expected standards has been significantly raised. “We are very proud of the hard work of the whole school community and of the positive commitment our children have demonstrated in their learning.

Their effort has been rewarded. They should feel confident and ready to thrive at secondary school. “The key to Elmlea’s success is its breadth of curriculum. High academic standards, pupils’ progress and their enjoyment of school are underpinned by the broad and enriched learning experiences on offer. “This week, the whole school is immersed in Science Week. The theme is Robotics. As always the school is reaching out and working with other local institutions including the Ministry of Defence and Bristol University to deliver a varied and engaging week of activities designed to inspire young minds. These range from driving bomb disposal robots to turning bananas into an electric piano. “There’s never a dull moment!”

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of the West of England, part of which involved making a short film. Never one to take the easy option, Katy and two fellow student scientists set out to be the first to trek the entire length of the Bulgarian Rhodope Mountains. Their completed film was shown at the Everyman Theatre, Bristol to friends, family and professionals from the TV industry. Katy has since secured a job working alongside Monty Halls, Steve Backshall and Helen Glover, developing wildlife and expedition film ideas for Seadog Productions. She is also part of the Army Reserves and is currently training as a Combat Medic for an infantry unit. Speaking of her adventurous career choices, Katy said: “My filmmaking and Army careers

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Voice magazines helping small firms to get to grips with pensions rules Failing to comply with the new duties could lead to a fine, so it’s important that each employer understands what they have to do and when. This event will help small employers understand what’s required of them and get automatic enrolment right for their workers. There will also be information on what to consider when choosing a pension scheme, making the most of payroll software and how to tell your staff about workplace pensions. Charlotte Leslie said: “The law on workplace pensions has changed. Every employer with at least one member of staff now has new duties, which includes putting certain staff into a workplace pension scheme and contributing towards it. Six million workers have already been put into a scheme by the UK’s large and medium employers. And it is now the turn of small employers, who have to date enrolled half a million workers – giving them

the opportunity to save for their retirement through a workplace pension. “Over the next year, small businesses in Bristol will need to enrol their staff into a workplace pension and make contributions to it. “It doesn’t matter if you’re a shopkeeper, a plumber or if you

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her back and her leg. I want to be able to be one of those people that can stop that from happening and then maybe one day actually maybe be able to heal her.” There are likely to be young carers in every school and college, but many remain unidentified. In a Carers Trust survey, 39 per cent said that nobody in their school was aware of their caring role. Keith Sinclair, Chief Executive of Carers Support Centre, said:“Young carers miss

out on their childhood. They can often become isolated due to caring duties, missing out on playing, seeing friends and other leisure activities. They can often miss lessons and as a result, can struggle to keep up with school work and not achieve their potential. They can also suffer from bullying at school.” “Many young carers have no choice but to look after parents and other family members, and many take on this responsibility without a second thought. It is crucial that young carers get the support and help they so desperately need.” Peer support from other people who understand can help many carers feel less alone. Carers Support Centre provides opportunities for carers in Bristol to get together. To find out more contact CarersLine 0117 965 2200 or see www. carerssupportcentre.org.uk. Picture courtesy of Carers Trust

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n NEWS SOUTHMEAD Hospital Charity has raised £20,200 from its Christmas Appeal. “We are absolutely delighted to announce the total raised over the festive period and want to give a big thanks to everyone who supported us,” said the charity’s trusts and major donors manager, Liz Bond. “We launched our Christmas activity in the middle of November and our aim was to raise enough money to buy every patient in hospital over Christmas a present. This we achieved, and more. “Thank you to everyone who donated money, who knitted teddies for our babies, and who donated Christmas socks to our patients. "We’re also grateful to all of the performers who took part in our Buskathon in support of the Appeal, and to our partners John Lewis Cribbs Causeway who hosted a whole weekend of buskers for us. We also want to thank staff here at North Bristol NHS Trust who hosted cake sales, and the team behind the charity float which toured north

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Adrian Brown and Anita Rummels from Southmead Hospital Charity with just some of the knitted teddies Bristol and raised money for our Emergency Department. “We had a hectic December but it was well worth it!”

The charity’s Christmas activity included the Christmas Buskathon, the John Lewis Christmas room display,

Christmas cake sales, and the Christmas float. The charity also asked supporters to knit teddies and to donate Christmas socks. “Money raised went towards buying Christmas gifts for patients and boxes of Christmas cheer for all the wards here at Southmead Hospital,” added Liz. “It also went towards supporting departments across the hospital. “Nobody would choose to be in hospital over Christmas so we just wanted to make it a little better for our patients and staff.” The charity is now planning all of this year’s events and would love to hear from anyone who would like to fundraise for them and help make 2017 special for Southmead. Contact Adrian.brown@ southmeadhospitalcharity.org. uk for further information or take a look at the website: www. southmeadhospitalcharity.org. uk/fundraise

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February, 2017 Vic, with some young actors demonstrating their skills. On the evening of Thursday February 23rd there will be a talk on The All Year Round Garden by Sue Oakey, a Stoke Lodge tutor. Questions for the presenter are welcome and so far, events have been sell outs. Tickets cost £5, include light refreshments and are available from Henleaze Library.

Bus services in Coombe Lane and Parry’s Lane Graham Donald and ward councillor Clare Campion-Smith have written to local residents to give them advance warning of the University of Bristol examinations. These are held in Coombe Dingle Sports Centre and when dozens of students leave at once the number 3 buses can be full by the time they reach Parry’s Lane. Graham said: “We have yet again complained to Wessex about their number 16 service: they have assured us that it should stop in Parry’s Lane if there is room on board, and have instructed their drivers accordingly.”

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Defibrillator at Henleaze United Reformed Church A defibrillator has been installed outside Henleaze United Reformed Church in Waterford Road and is now fully operational and ready for use. It is a device that can give a high energy electric shock to the heart through the chest wall to someone who is having a heart attack. If you come across someone who has had a heart attack (cardiac arrest), it’s vital

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Trees in Henleaze Road and Northumbria Drive Three trees are to be planted in Henleaze Road this planting season due to the generous contribution of one of the residents. Six trees are also planned in Northumbria Drive to replace ones that have been, or are being removed. This partly depends on funding coming from the Neighbourhood Partnership in addition to contributions from neighbours. n n n

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The old gates at the Rose Garden entrance to Canford Park have to be replaced because they are corroded and too heavy for modern regulations allowing easy access for the disabled. The original plan was to weld them into an open position at right angles to the entrance and to fill the space with chicanes for safety to stop children and dogs

running out onto the road. This was seen as impractical for several reasons. So now the gates will be replaced by new lighter ones, with an easy to operate fastener. In the interim they may have to have temporary 'fencing' gates as at the other entrance, until money allows for the proper ones to be made. Hilary Long from the Westbury-on-Trym Society (WOTSOC) said: “If anyone would like to join the Friends of Canford to help in any future activities that we are called on to do to support the continued good quality of the park, they can do so by sending name and email to the WOTSOC website and we will contact them. “Local people are likely to be called on to do more for their local parks now that there is a big freeze on spending by the Council and there may be a transfer of 'powers'. n n n

Friends of Henleaze Library events By popular request, the Friends of Henleaze Library have started running evening events again. This autumn there has been a talk on Bristol through Maps by local author Jeff Bishop and one on Acting by Jenny Stephens, Artistic Director of Bristol Old

Are you caring for a relative, or a friend? If so, you may very well like to meet other people in a similar situation at an informal coffee morning, and enjoy the friendly atmosphere. This will take place on Thursday 9th February 2017 from 10 to 12 noon in the Coffee Bar of the Bradbury Hall, Waterford Road, Bristol BS9 4BT. You can drop in at any time and stay as long as you wish. You are welcome to phone Monica on 0117 942 6095 if you would like to find out more, otherwise we look forward to seeing you there! n n n

Canford Park Tennis Courts The Westbury Society and Friends of Canford Park are be engaging in talks with Sports and Leisure and Parks departments concerning the preservation of public access to the tennis courts in Canford Park in the future. Hilary Long from WOTSOC said: “We are anxious to ensure that viable time slots are kept available for ordinary users because the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) wishes to establish coaching sessions there. “Bristol City Council plan to institute payment for use of the courts by the general public, with swipe cards that can be used at entrance to the courts but must be purchased in advance. We don't know at this stage when this system will become operative and obviously it will be affected by use of the courts by organisations and groups such as the LTA.”

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Crowds flock to the Senior Film Club THE Henleaze Senior Film has now been running for nine months, so the Henleaze and Westbury Voice thought it was time to catch up with them to see how’s it’s going. One of the organisers is John Moore from Home Instead Senior Care. He said: “Our goal is to bring joy to the senior community by providing practical help and also arranging fun and stimulating activities for our clients. Additionally we like to serve the community by arranging events that anyone can come to and enjoy. “There are great cinema facilities here in BS9 however some folk prefer a small setting, and some have restricted mobility, so we thought it would be fun to arrange a monthly film club. “It’s gaining popularity and in January we had over 50 people enjoy the film and the tea and cake afterwards! The lemon drizzle cake and the chocolate

sponge are particular favourites.” Films new and old, comedy and drama, have been shown plus that have stimulated discussion. Proposals for films are accepted from everyone present and then the group selects some for the coming months. Modern films that have been shown so far have included Mamma Mia, Billy Elliot and The Iron Lady. From the early cinema, Top Hat and It’s a Wonderful Life were very popular choices too. Golden Years, a contemporary comedy about a senior couple who decide to rob a bank is the choice for February. Filmed in Bristol and the surrounding area by local director, John Miller, there are plenty of locations to spot.- not least Henleaze High Street and the Ardagh Bowling Club. In March A Room with a View is showing. Set in Italy and directed by James Ivory, this film

John Moore, Home Instead won many awards in the 1980s. John wants the film club to be enjoyed. He added: “Everyone is welcome, with friends or carers, and guide dogs too. There’s a hearing loop and easy access from the car park. It’s tremendous to see how popular it has become and we look forward to welcoming others to enjoy the films and natter with us.“

Henleaze Senior Film Club meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 2pm in St Peter’s Hall, The Drive BS9 4LD. Refreshments (tea & cake) £3. Transport is offered by DialA-Ride, Tel 0845 139875. For further details, ring Home Instead Senior Care on 0117 989 8210.

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n NEWS DAYS are still grey and drizzly, dark and cold… but soon spring will be with us and that’s the perfect time to introduce Playing Out on your street, according to the group that promotes it. The organisation says lots of streets in Henleaze and Westbury already participate, closing to

Funding on offer for Playing Out traffic so that children can play safely. Neighbourhood Partnership funding is available to support new streets to play out in Henleaze and Westbury until July, so now is the time to start the ball rolling, as it takes at least a couple of months to organise things. After July residents will still be able to get advice from the Playing Out website and phoneline, but there will be less one to one support available in this area. Gaby Solly, from Playing Out, said: "Please get in touch to find out how you can encourage children to get out and active where you live. It’s a fabulous way for them to make new friends, develop their confidence and have healthy fun right on their doorstep. It's also a great opportunity for neighbours of all ages to be able to use their street as a social space; to get to know

each other better and to develop a stronger sense of community. " Contact gabyisplayingout@ gmail.com to get started and seethe Playing Out website for information, videos and ‘how-to’ advice: www.playingout.net

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n NEWS BRISTOL Museum are searching for local people who went to school in Bristol during the 60s or 70s, and in particular, those who studied art. Bristol Museum and Art Gallery are planning a special exhibition based around the pottery collection that was lent out to local schools during the 60s and 70s. The collection featured

Bristolians! Did you study art at school in the 60s or 70s? ground-breaking pieces from some of the leading potters of the time, including curious shapes by Hans Coper and Lucy Rie as well as enormous thrown vases and jars by Janet Leach and others. The collection was rich in texture and animal decoration. The collection was used in secondary schools, particularly by students studying ‘O’ and ‘A’ level pottery, as well as in primary schools. It was provided by the Schools Art Service, based at Bower Ashton. Bristol Museum and Art Gallery wants to hear from anyone who has memories of the pots and of making pottery in Bristol schools during this time, including anyone who remembers teaching using the pottery loan service. Memories of the collection from Henleaze and Westbury on Trym residents may end up

in the exhibition interpretation, through quotes or short recorded interviews. Contact bristolmuseums@

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Embroiderers' Guild exhibition THE Bristol Branch Embroiderers Guild Exhibition is being held on February 17-18 at Stoke Lodge Adult Education Centre, Shirehampton Road BS9 1BN. The Embroiderers Guild meet regularly at All Saints’ Church Hall in Alma Vale Road for evening meetings and lectures and hold meet and stitch events at the Guide HQ on Westmoreland Road in Redland on the first Wednesday of each

month. The Bristol branch of the Embroiderers’ Guild started 35 years ago in 1981 and has seen many changes to the art during that time. Alexia Gardner, Vice Chair of Bristol Embroiderers Guild explained: “There is a lot of textile art going on in the world that is different to the more intricate and fine embroidery work of previous years. When I was at school we were doing cross stitch

and things like that whereas now, there are so many more fabrics available, with sparkles and threads, and all sorts of people do different things." The exhibition will be pen on Friday from 10am-4.30pm and Saturday from 10am - 4pm. There will be light refreshments and a sales table. Admission costs £3.00. For further details contact EmbroiderersGuildBristol@ googlemail.com

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News and views from our City Councillors Liz Radford (Westbury-on-Trym & Henleaze)

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News and views from our City Councillors Geoff Gollop (Westbury-on-Trym Henleaze)

Stoke Lane g The saga of the Stoke Lane resurfacin nal origi the after ths mon Five s. inue cont have still we rs, racto cont cil Coun work by d what can be best described as a rutte help cart track. Before Christmas, with the cil of local residents, I persuaded the Coun that but , road the of p swee extra an do to ay, and only dealt with the main carriagew was. So helped highlight how bad the work has far this year, the maintenance manager ked to inspected and was sufficiently shoc r. The arrange a meeting with the Contracto osals prop on ing work ntly curre is r Contracto cil. for remediation at no cost to the Coun until It is unlikely that work can take place her early spring as the work will be weat updated dependent. If you would like to be are ils deta tact (con me il by email, ema below). Westbury Parking Review ago This review took place well over a year City and the proposals are still with the c orders. Council legal team to draft the traffi in the It is suggested these may be published next 2 months.

were When they were first announced, they - a few described as “too little and too late” respite more yellow lines will bring a little ents. resid most help but will not Planning ication A summary of a few cases: the appl by ted rejec was ge Cotta h erleig West for was Planning Committee; Southover Road behind rejected by the planning officer; land Maids 8 Russell Grove was withdrawn. Red 3 has recently put in an application for s. room class ular mod Mayor’s Budget The Budget proposals include the rhood withdrawal of funding for Neighbou in the ction redu ive mass a and ps ershi Partn s of third twosee could h whic et library budg our City’s libraries close. rhood I very much hope that the Neighbou cillors’ Coun of part key a in rema will Forums our hope I and ent gem enga community , 3 community associations in Henleaze able to Westbury and Westbury Park will be s for the support this ongoing work. The plan to you urge I . clear less h muc are libraries as often use both our libraries as much and I have as you can to register your support;

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News and views from our City Councillors Clare CampionSmith (Westbury-on-Trym & Henleaze) AS usual, I am writing this right up to the deadline despite my bes t intentions. It does give me the opport unity to write of an issue that has a particu lar relevance at this the moment – hom elessness. It is on the increase and bud get proposals will reduce funding to the Council’s homelessness prevention services. These decisions must be carefu lly balanced. The prevention services are discretionary but reductions in service run the risk of tipping someone into sta tutory services which are expensive. The causes of homelessn ess are many and complex. As a countr y we have failed to build enough houses over decades, the Right to Buy without put ting investment into replacement homes has reduced the ability of the Council to provide housing

to those on the waiting list. There are more single person hou seholds, changes to in-work and out-of-wo rk benefits have had an impact, rising ren ts and short term tenancies exacerbate the problem. Householders nowadays spend a greater proportion of the ir income on housing then when my husband and I first set up a home. This makes them less resilient to losing a job, being ill or having a relationship breakdow n. I remember a speaker saying that too many people are only two pay cheques aw ay from becoming homeless. The speake r also said, ‘I never thought it would happen to me’. It happens to a range of peo ple, including professionals, and it is ofte n accompanied by shame and a fear of stigma. So the first challenge to us is to rec ognise the complexity of the issue, the wide spectrum of people affected and ma ke sure we do not stigmatise people. On these very cold nights , it is the rough sleepers that give us greatest cause for concern. The Mayor launched a challenge to the city to provide extra beds each night for a mo nth. 7 churches

within walking distance of the centre will open their halls and provide a safe shelter and a warm bed. St Mungo’s will organise and 150 volunteers will support this pilot. I suspect that there are some Westbury and Henleaze reside nts amongst the volunteers as well as sup porters of the longstanding charities suc h as St Mungo’s, Julian Trust, Crisis Centre Ministries, Caring in Bristol who help rou gh sleepers. Finding homes for childre n in care is another issue for the city . When their own families can no longer car e for them, the young people become the responsibility of the local authority. Bris tol always tried place these children wit hin a home rather than using residential car e. We need to recruit more foster carers and more people who will adopt a chi ld. If you can help or know of others who can, then please contact the Council. It can transform a young person’s life.

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BRISTOL Centre for Reproductive Medicine (BCRM) have put out an appeal for women under the age of 35 to come forward to donate their eggs. Over 75 couples are on the waiting list at BCRM, based in Southmead Hospital, hoping to have fertility treatment using donor eggs. For these couples, having a donor egg is the only way they will ever be able to conceive a child of their own. Very few women come forward in any given year to offer to donate their eggs and so all these couples have to wait up to 18 months before they get to the top of the list and usually they have already been trying naturally for two years - or they have been through numerous fertility treatments before finally having to give up having a baby with their own eggs. Wendy Martin from BCRM said: “The degree of heartache these couples experience is immeasurable, especially as all their friends, colleagues and family are having babies all around them while all they can do is wait and hope someone will come forward one day to help them.” In order to donate eggs you would need to: • Be under 35 years of age • Have a BMI of between 19 and 30 • Have your eggs harvested during a simple medical procedure (carried out under general anaesthetic) so they can be shared between two couples. You also need to possess certain qualities and characteristics: • Empathy for those who are struggling to conceive a child

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could have access to it once they reach the age of 18. Donors will be compensated to the sum of £750 for their time, inconvenience and any expenses incurred. From the time you first make contact with the clinic to the time when you will finally donate your eggs is approximately 6 months – and so if you contact the clinic in the New Year you could be undergoing the actual egg donation process during late

spring/early summer of 2017. If you feel you are someone who could help a woman to have a baby and help a couple to have a family together, then you can find more information by going to the BCRM website www.nbt.nhs.uk/bristolcentre-reproductve-medicine/ treatments-services/becoming-adonor Or you could call Gemma or Anne, the nurses from the BCRM egg donation programme, on 0117 414 6880.

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n MAYOR'S VIEW

More sport, less sugar is a smart idea By now many Voice readers will have had the chance to review the Council’s new budget proposals and updates to the draft corporate strategy launched in January. These documents outline how we propose funding top priorities for the city including my seven key commitments and vital services. I’m grateful for all the thoughts and ideas that were given to us during the initial consultation at the end of last year and I understand that some of the savings ideas aren’t popular. Many other places made these hard decisions a long time ago. Bristol is being forced to catch up and if we don’t do it now we will lose any chance of making savings in a planned, controlled way which can take into account of the needs of local people. A new round of detailed consultation is planned from late January looking at how the Council will implement some of the latest savings proposals, if they are approved. You can also submit questions to be answered at next month’s special budget-focused full Council

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meeting on Tuesday February 21. In order to be considered, please get your questions to us by 5pm on February 15 by emailing democratic. services@bristol.gov.uk. Elsewhere, we are also working hard to support those in Bristol aiming to improve their own health and fitness during 2017. Not only has Bristol got a wealth of active health groups

which aim to make sport and health more accessible, but this is also the city’s year as a European City of Sport. In January I met 150 key individuals from sporting organisations across the city to discuss the vision for the year ahead and how to develop sporting opportunities for Bristol. • bristol.gov.uk/cityofsport2017 Staying fit and healthy is not just about exercise. What we eat and drink also has a big impact. Last month was the launch of Bristol’s bid to become a Sugar Smart City. Alongside the Jamie Oliver Food Foundation, Bristol Sport Foundation and UWE, we want to raise awareness of where sugar is hidden in food so that we can all make more informed choices. Current data shows that 57% of adults and over a third of 10-11 year olds are now overweight in the city – and a quarter of fiveyear-olds in Bristol have tooth decay. Not only this, but the number of cases of life threatening diseases related to a poor diet, such as Type 2 diabetes, is increasing. Many of these conditions can be traced to eating too much sugar. While it can be easy to point out some foods to avoid, some are much harder to spot. If you would like to take action for yourself and your family I would encourage you to head to the website below to discover how we can all eat smarter in the year ahead. sugarsmartbristol.co.uk

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MP Charlotte joins Abbeyfield’s golden celebrations BRISTOL North West MP Charlotte Leslie visited residents at Abbeyfield Bristol and Keynsham Society’s Henleaze home on Westbury Road in January, rounding off a year of celebrations marking 50 years of providing independent living accommodation for people aged 65 and over in Bristol and the surrounding area. The house in Henleaze, which provides private, en-suite rented apartments and a wide range of activities for up to 25 residents, is one of five properties owned by Abbeyfield in the region. Home to a thriving community of residents of retirement age, Charlotte Leslie was given a tour of the property, which is Abbeyfield’s largest house, and boasts a living and garden room extension,and hairdressing and chiropody. Charlotte also visited the landscaped gardens and had the opportunity to meet and chat with residents and staff

about local issues over a cup of coffee and a mince pie, including Mildred Cooper who has lived at the property for nine years and Gerald Clarke, a resident for the past eighteen months. Abbeyfield Bristol and Keynsham’s chief executive Frances Stretton was also on hand to discuss the importance of providing independent accommodation to people aged 65 and over who are looking to downsize and simplify their life without the worry associated with home-ownership. “People often think we provide a care home setting for people in later life but nothing could be further from the truth,” explained Frances Stretton. “What we do offer is a unique opportunity for those who are seeking retirement living and companionship in a friendly, supportive community. Our residents can rent a lovely ensuite apartment, make it their own, and generally live their

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PARENTS and grandparents are needed for a new training course run by family-support charity Home Start Bristol, writes Jackie Novels. It supports struggling families by assigning them a weekly visit from a volunteer, and is looking to train a new group of volunteers from April thanks to a £373,000 grant from the Big Lottery Fund awarded in December. The nine-week course runs from 10am-2pm at Ilminster Avenue children’s centre in Knowle on Thursdays from April 27 2017, is free to attend, and leads to a qualification. After completing the course, attendees will be added to the charity’s existing bank of more than 80 volunteers matched with families across Bristol and South Gloucestershire to provide practical and emotional support. Since the Southmead-based charity launched 30 years ago, it has helped thousands of local families where a parent or child has a physical or mental health aissue, those facing bereavement or relationship breakdown, and families dealing with multiple births. Parents are usually referred to Home Start by health visitors, GPs, and other health and social care professionals. Once trained, volunteers commit to a two- to three-hour visit to a family each week, plus volunteer support meetings, for at least a year. The charity covers the cost of travel. Volunteer work can include support on outings such as to the supermarket or park, helping around the house, looking after children or simply being

Home Start Bristol trustees receive a cheque from Hollis Morgan. someone to listen. Bristol mother Charlotte said support from Home Start Bristol was invaluable to her family. She said: “My world crashed when I fell pregnant with twins just two months after giving birth to my baby son, who was born with disabilities. “From the moment I met my volunteer, I knew she was perfect for us. I had someone to talk to and my son bonded with her right away.She gave me chance to relax and focus on the twins.” Former volunteer Rachel found that the experience led to other opportunities including a job as a family support worker and being accepted on to a foundation degree course. She said: “After seeing a close friend go through postnatal depression I felt I wanted to help other mums.The course exceeded my expectations. It wasn’t always easy but the support was, and

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Boost for Home Start Bristol HOME Start Bristol received a wonderful start to the New Year when they were presented with a cheque for £4,000 from Bristol estate agent and auctioneer, Hollis Morgan. During 2016 Home Start Bristol was the company’s ‘Charity of the Year’ and the cheque was the result of staff fundraising activities. Beverley Symonds, Home Start Bristol scheme manager, said: “We are so grateful to Hollis Morgan for all their support over the year. It’s a fantastic amount that will help us to continue supporting struggling families during 2017.”

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Hospice South West since November inviting people to play his 12 hole, homemade, crazy golf course that he’s built in his front garden. In previous years he’s hosted Dale the Dalek, the all year beach, and an impromptu garden stage at Window Wanderland. His crazy golf course will be open for the Window Wanderland weekend when visitors can experience a 6 hole ‘half-course’ for a donation. Keith said: “I’ve had some

really good donations from people who came round at Christmas and hopefully more will come and give lots of money. Last year we raised £800 and the year before £1,000, and it would be nice to get around that figure again. Thornleigh Road is closed to cars this year so it should be easier to move around here - I’m hoping for big crowds. “My favourite hole has to be the one that Dr Lenz from UWE’s robotics department has helped me with - it’s the funny one with balls running around tubes and with buzzers flashing. I like hole number 3 which has seven tubes and nobody really knows where the ball is going to go. Keith will be auctioning off a number of prizes that have been donated to him from local businesses on both evenings of Window Wanderland, from 7.30pm. He said: “I went to the shops dressed in my funny golf outfit and all the shops I went to on the Gloucester Road said that they were only too happy to help. A meal for two at the Royal Oak with a bottle of wine and the £40 that Planet Pizza have donated for a family

meal are just some of the great prizes that I have.” In all, Keith has collected up to 30 prizes, some of which will be awarded following a ‘play off’ at the end of February between the top five adult golfers and the top three children. There is a leader board outside the house and the top score goes to: “Dale has the best score as he’s done a hole in one on all the holes and if a Dalek tells you that he’s the top scorer - believe me you accept it!” added Keith. To contact Keith to play a round, call 0117 907 8448 or drop by at 48 Thornleigh Road.

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Arts Council England announces £150,000 Date change Canford cultural tourism boost for Bristol and Bath for Fayre BRISTOL and Bath will receive a £150,000 award from Arts Council England and VisitEngland that will put culture at the heart of each city’s billion pound visitor economies. Building on the successful partnership between Bristol and Bath tourism and the cities’ cultural organisations, this new investment will see Spike Island lead a consortium including partners from all four local authorities in the West of England LEP to promote the full richness and diversity of the region to visitors from home and abroad. Alan MacGregor, Chair of the project, said: “I am absolutely thrilled for all our partners that we have been granted Cultural Destinations project funding. We have exciting plans for 2017, and this announcement ensures we

can build on our existing activity in a sustainable and lasting way, providing the ideal platform for us to broaden our ambitions both in terms of the partners involved and our geographic audience reach. “ Key arts and cultural organisations in Bristol, Bath, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire will be working with the tourism sector to create a distinctive and coherent visitor offer that promotes the extraordinary cultural wealth of each individual place. The region boasts an excellent combination of traditional, heritage and contemporary culture. The modern city of Bristol has its waterfront and historic buildings in Clifton and Westbury-on-Trym, Durdham Downs and a growing international airport to offer plus

the well-known world heritage brand of Bath nearby. Phil Gibby, Area Director, South West, Arts Council England, said: “This is a fantastic result for the region’s cultural, destination and tourism organisations. The investment will help the consortium to take advantage of the unique characteristics of the region and to fully articulate this offer to visitors, boosting the local economy and placing the region on an international stage.”

THE Canford Fayre returns this summer and preparations are already under way. The date for the event has moved from May to Sunday June 18 this year. Organiser, Venita Vicary, successfully revived the crafted goods event last year and is keen to build on that success. She said: “I want to let any crafters know about the stalls as it takes them many months to get enough stock together. A great number make things for their charities and it gives them an outlet for their goods.” This is a popular event for crafters, bakers and people with hobby skills to sell goods - ten stalls are already booked for the summer event. A pitch charge is made, discounted for charities.

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Savvy business ideas bag £9,000 for hospice BRISTOL’S only adult hospice is celebrating after a new fundraising campaign raised almost £9,000 in just 10 weeks. The Accumulator Challenge saw 12 local businesses go headto-head in an attempt to raise the most money for St Peter’s Hospice in Westbury-on-Trym with an initial investment of just £50. Businesses including Hughes Price Walker, Doubletree by Hilton, Bristol City Centre, The Bristol Port Company and Almondsbury Garden Centre all took part in the challenge employing different methods to turn their £50 into more cash. From raffles and cake sales to collecting 20ps in Smarties tubes and taking on lunchtime triathlons, the fundraisers did what they could over 10 weeks, with all the money raised going towards supporting patients with life-limiting illnesses and their families. The winning team was independent postal service ONEPOST, based in Portishead, which raised £1,586.20 using a variety of methods including organising a static bike ride in the foyer, covering the distance between Portishead and Paris. As well as naming the Accumulator Champions, St Peter’s Hospice also handed out awards for Most Valued Team Member to Charlotte Weaver of ONEPOST, Most Innovative Idea to Doubletree by Hilton for their lunchtime triathlon and Best Name to The Bristol Port

Free cycle stands THE Take A Stand free cycle parking scheme funded by Bristol City Council is coming to an end in Bristol. This means small businesses, charities and not-for-profits in the area have only a few months to take advantage of up to 4 free Sheffield bike stands. They will be delivered and have to be sited off the highway by the organization requesting them. Contact Lifecycle for details on 0117 3534580.

ONEPOST present funds to Caroline Booth-Morris of St Peter's Hospice Company for their ‘Great Bristol Port Bake Off’. St Peter’s Hospice corporate fundraiser, Caroline BoothMorris, said: “We are delighted with the results of our first ever Accumulator Challenge which raised a fantastic amount in just 10 weeks. “The businesses that took part did a great job of running and marketing their own fundraisers, and we’re so grateful for the time and effort they put in. “We’re already looking

LOCAL councillors have long been pressing for safety work to be done where Zetland Rd meets Elton Road and Gloucester Rd, as this is a known dangerous junction. The promised remodelling work a couple of years ago to reduce hazards never took place but now, due to a new, externally funded, cycle link to Southmead Hospital under development - the ‘Southmead Quietway’' there are funds to make some safety changes. Cllr Martin Fodor said: “This is welcome and we hope suitable plans can be drawn up and delivered.

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forward to this year’s challenge and hope that even more businesses come forward and invent even more imaginative ways to raise funds for the hospice!” Charlotte Weaver of ONEPOST said: “We loved taking part in the St Peter’s Hospice Accumulator Challenge and winning was just the icing on the cake! “St Peter’s Hospice cared for my aunt in 2016 and I was so impressed with the incredible

care given to her and the family. My colleague Iain Followell’s Grandad was also cared for by the hospice so there was a strong personal connection for us as well as the desire to help a local cause. “Everyone worked really hard and enjoyed taking part in the challenge together. We have grown quite quickly as an organisation and working on the challenge has encouraged our teams to get together and get to know each other better. “We’re delighted we raised such a great amount for a great local charity.” Other local businesses to take part in the challenge included Consumer Intelligence, Quarter Hotel Group, Recruit UK Ltd, Holiday Inn City Centre, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Coutts, and Sainsbury's Clevedon Hill. As Bristol’s only adult hospice, St Peter’s Hospice cares for more than 2,670 patients each year as well as supporting family members. All services are provided free of charge for patients and their families and this care costs around £19,000 a day. In order to continue providing vital care for the people of Bristol, St Peter’s Hospice relies on donations from fundraising and money generated by the 50 hospice charity shops in Bristol and surrounding districts. To find out more about St Peter’s Hospice please visit www. stpetershospice.org

Southmead Quietway It's a complex junction with many pedestrian, cycle, and motor vehicle flows in various directions and not all have been catered for safely up to now.” A new cycle and pedestrian ‘tiger’ design of dual crossing is also planned at Coldharbour Road with a cycle contraflow from Cairns Rd to reach the hospital more readily by cycle and reduce traffic and pollution with active travel.

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if she’d survive and it was terrifying. “I dread to think what could have happened if I had left it any longer, without the constant monitoring and medical assistance from all the staff at the hospital, who were great.” To show thanks, the name Audrey was added to Amelia’s middle names. Angela, who conceived through IVF at Southmead, now wants to warn other pregnant women that water breaking can take many forms and to be aware of GBS. The normally harmless bacteria, carried by 25 per cent of pregnant women, can be passed to infants during labour and childbirth. But it can be passed from mother to baby around birth and cause blood poisoning,

pneumonia and meningitis. One in 19 babies who develop GBS in the first six days of their life will die. Some babies who survive the infection are left with long-term disabilities – physical, mental or both. The NHS doesn’t screen for the infection and the UK National Screening Committee (NSC) continues to recommend against it, arguing that only a small number of women develop early onset GBS and the rest would receive unnecessary treatment. A simple swab test, which costs around £10, is routinely offered to expectant mums in most developed countries – including France, Spain and Australia. Instead, UK doctors use a ‘risk factor’ approach to determine which newborn babies are likely

to be at risk of developing GBS. Since the strategy was introduced in 2003, the rate of babies getting infected has not fallen. Group B Strep Support say giving antibiotics to the mother during labour could reduce GBS infection in newborn babies by 60 per cent - and deaths from GBS in babies by 70 per cent. Audrey, who moved from France to the UK three years ago, said she was surprised to learn that the test was not offered here. She said: “I’m happy Amelia and Angela are OK, but hope this will help raise awareness about Group B Strep and the need to get things checked out if anything is out of the ordinary.” For more information on Group B Strep Support visit www.gbss.org.uk/

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Filtones choir raises £500 for Arthritis Research THE Filtones choir have had a another successful year of fundraising, donating a magnificent £500 to Arthritis Research though their concerts in 2016. The choir first began performing charity concerts in 2001 and have raised almost £20,000 for charities since then. A cheque was presented to Adrian Williams of Arthritis Research UK (centre) by chairman of The Filtones, Michael Hensman (right) pictured with Musical Director, Dr Fabian Huss (left)

New Year – new resolution – new hobby – new you? YOU’VE watched “The Choir” with Gareth Malone – you know that singing is good for you, good for your brain, and your health – now make it a reality this year! Join The Filtones and experience the joy of singing with a group of like minded, sociable people who will welcome you with open arms. We are looking to recruit new voices. Age is of no importance – many of our members are in their eighties – just shows you how it does you good! We do,

however, rehearse on Wednesday afternoons from 1.45 - 3.45pm at Eden Grove Methodist Church in Horfield , so you would need to be available then, but it’s much nicer than having to go out in the dark evenings. The ability to read music is not essential as we can supply special CDs which will help you learn by listening, but you will be surprised at how much knowledge of music you can pick up in the process and how good that is for making new

Get muddy in aid of Comic Relief THIS year sees the return of the Mojo Muddy Madness race, held at Mojo Active in Almondsbury on March 24 - 25 in aid of Comic Relief. Participants can enjoy tackling a 5k or a 10k obstacle course featuring mud pits, tunnels, ditches mud slides, leopard crawls, water pits, tyre obstacles and straw bale climbs. There will be a shorter Mojo Muddy Madness course available for local schools on March 24 and several schools have already signed up to use it as their fundraising activity for Red Nose Day. The course will be a shorter one mile race for primary and a 5k race for secondary. Contact Mojo Active on 01454 660075 if you are interested in signing up your school. The March 25 event will be open to the public but places need to be booked in advance and tickets can be purchased by following this link www.mojoactive.co.uk/muddy-madness. Mojo Active will be donating 20% of all race profits to Comic Relief and are encouraging participants to organise a “giving page” from the Comic Relief website: www.rednoseday.com/ order-a-fundraising-kit to maximise donations.

connections in those old grey cells. We have an excellent conductor who has the patience of a saint so if you have never sung in four part harmony before, you need never feel intimidated as we all will understand if you find it difficult at first – many of us experienced this when we started. Why not give it a try? What have you to lose? Our current membership comes from all parts of Bristol, so there’s a chance that if you would find it difficult to

reach us by public transport, one of us might be able to give you a lift. If you would like to know more just pick up the phone and ring Shirley on 0117 965 4348 or Michael 0117 965 5368, or e mail Dot on Dorothy.bryant@ btinternet.com. See our website www. thefiltones.weebly.com or just come along on a Wednesday afternoon, meet us, and have a listen. You will be made very welcome.

Springtime sale for Noah’s Ark Pre-School THE next Noah’s Ark Pre-School nearly new sale will be held on Saturday April 1 from 11am - 1pm at Cairns Road Baptist Church. There are usually 65 sellers of which 25% of all sales are for retained by the pre-school. These are funds that are vital for the pre-school enabling forest school opportunities for every child, funding re-usable resources such as paint, paper, glue, paper and playdough as well as buying larger items including art easels and climbing equipment. Quality second hand baby and children's clothing suitable for 0-8 year olds, baby equipment, toys, books and maternity clothes are all available to buy.

Vicky Paton, a parent at the pre-school, said: “We think that our event has a real community feel. Not only can you see and touch the items you are buying unlike on-line, you can stop for some lunch, cake, coffee and a chat to families with children of similar ages.” People can register to sell through the Facebook page Noah's Ark Nearly New Sale or contact sale@noahsarkps.org.uk

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n LETTERS WWF-UK need Earth Hour Heroes to help protect our planet On Saturday 25 March 2017, millions of people worldwide will switch their lights off for Earth Hour. This hour is a time to send a message to our leaders that we want action to protect the future of our brilliant planet, and to reflect on the ways that we can individually reduce our impact. But there are already heroes in our communities who are going that extra mile for our planet every day, and we want to know about them. WWF and People’s Postcode Lottery have launched the Earth Hour Heroes competition to find and recognise the efforts of these special unsung heroes. As a WWF Ambassador, I am urging your readers to help seek out these heroes amongst us, who make a real difference in helping protect our planet, and inspire others through their actions, as this is no easy task and should be rewarded. I encourage people in your

local community to nominate themselves or others for awards in three different categories – for their efforts in their home, workplace or community. Winners will receive £1,000 each, and will be presented their award at an exclusive ceremony at the Palace of Westminster. We are seeing the result of our impact on the planet through devastating species loss, and climate change that could endanger millions of human lives. All this takes a terrible toll on the wildlife and ecosystems, which not only enrich our planet but that we fundamentally depend on. A brighter future for our planet can start with each of us, and there has never been a better time to shine a spotlight on how individual people everywhere can begin to make a real difference, starting in our own homes, families, communities and businesses. To find out more and to nominate your heroes, please go to wwf.org.uk/EarthHourHeroes.

Tackling stress STRESS is something we all have to deal with. There can be positive stress like planning a wedding, or negative stress like the death of a loved one. Some people handle stress better than others. This mainly comes down to our ability to cope with the particular situation. If we feel overwhelmed by a particular stressor we can feel powerless to make a difference and miss out on help that is being offered by others. If we feel capable of handling it, we will see the opportunities for learning strategies and getting support to help us deal with the situation. Stress can stimulate the body and brain and increase its capacity to learn or keep us safe. But chronic stress will have a harmful

effect on our wellbeing. So, relaxation and stress relief are very important parts of physical fitness. Regular exercise will help by releasing ‘feel good’ neurotransmitters called endorphins. It can also improve sleep patterns which are often disrupted by stress, depression and anxiety. Making an effort to control your physical and mental fitness can also improve your self esteem and improve self confidence giving you a sense of control over your body and your life. Yours in fun and fitness Joline Dunn

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Furniture-making classes on offer in St Pauls THE Makershed team at St Pauls Learning Centre are offering the chance to learn a variety of practical skills in furniture making, DIY and decorating. The Makershed brings the underused St Pauls workshop facilities back into community use and is a new home for the Bristol Women’s Workshop upholstery classes. Woodwork teacher Jenny said: “We offer complete beginning and more seasoned makers the chance to learn a large range of skills in many

areas including woodworking, joinery, upholstery, DIY, carpet fitting, tiling, and there’s even a workshop to upcycle your old furniture.” For those who lack the space at home, the warmth in their garage or the time to commit to a course, the Makershed offers ‘Rent-abranch’ sessions for people with enough experience to work independently. See www. themakershedbristol.co.uk for further details.

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Virtual marathon is latest fundraising idea in support of hospital charity DO you enjoy running but would rather go at your own pace? Do you fancy setting yourself a challenge this spring, but don’t know what to do? How about running a Marathon in March to raise money for Southmead Hospital Charity? You have the whole of the month of March to complete all 26.2 miles, and can choose where, when and how you do it. It’s entirely up to you. “You don’t have to be an experienced runner or super fit to take part.” Explains Southmead Hospital Charity’s Community Appeals Manager, Adrian Brown. “You have 31 days to complete all 26.2 miles of the marathon, and so you can do it in bite sized chunks throughout the month. You can run on a treadmill or outside, and you might want to run every day, or

just on weekends – you decide. “The beauty of the event is that you can go at your own pace. “Marathon in March is Southmead Hospital Charity’s first ever virtual running event and it would be great for lots of people to sign up.” Adds Adrian. Marathon in March is raising money for Southmead Hospital Charity’s Prostate Cancer Care Appeal, or runners can choose to support any of the Charity’s other causes which are close to their hearts. So, dust of those running shoes and register online today at: www. southmeadhospitalcharity. org.uk/marathoninmarch

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Beware the catflap 'fishing' burglars

S the winter goes on, please do keep an eye out for elderly neighbours who may be feeling particularly lonely and isolated at this time of year. I mentioned last month how sometimes all it takes is a simple ‘hello’ to make them feel more safe, less isolated and part of the community. Elderly people can be more vulnerable to particular types of crimes such as rogue trading, as they are seen as easy targets. However, anybody can fall victim to such crimes. If you don’t know who is calling at your home and you didn't invite them there, remember - it's your doorstep and your decision, so be confident, and turn them away. Please be aware that we’ve had a number of burglaries recently in Westbury-on-Trym where offenders have ‘fished’ through cat flaps to reach handbags or reached through to unlock doors with keys. Please take steps to prevent being targeted in such a way.

We’ve also had several shed breaks in the area, so please ensure you have adequate lighting and install a good quality padlock or even alarm. Think about the value of what you’re storing in there – does your security reflect this? Also, remember that thieves will take tools from victims’ sheds or garages and use them to break into their houses, so ensure they’re locked away – including ladders! It’s all common sense, but often people leave it too late to take action. It’s good practice to note down the make, model and serial number of tools and bikes and keep a photograph for your records. Register property on www. immobilise.com and bikes on www. bikeregister.com. That way, if it is stolen, it helps us prove that fact as well as return it to the victim. February 2 is Time to Talk Day and aims to bring the nation together and talking, to break the silence around mental health problems. Just talking sounds easy,

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A-tishoo! A-tishoo! as the winter season sets in, I wanted to draw our attention to coughs and colds that become more prevalent. When an infected person coughs or sneezes, they release droplets of mucus into the air, or into their hand if they use their hand to cover their mouth. If you get these droplets on your hand (for example, by shaking hands or touching contaminated objects such as door knobs), you can pass them into your eyes or nose when you touch them. You can help avoid being infected by washing your hands thoroughly. Children get around seven to ten colds a year, compared with two to three for adults. People who spend a lot of time with children, such as childminders, nursery teachers or school teachers, are also more likely to pick up the viruses. The advice is to rest, eat well, avoid stress and keep hydrated. If you have a fever, you

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n WHAT’S ON IN OUR AREA 1 February n Sue Fisher - ‘Making the Most of a Small Garden’. Design tips, plant suggestions and growing advice to inspire gardeners on how to get maximum value from the smallest space. 1 February n Westbury Park WI - A talk about the charity we support - One25 The WI meet every month at the Redland Church Halls, Redland Green Road, BS6 7HE. If you want to walk as a group across the park, please meet at the Metford Road entrance to the park by 7.15am. 1 February n Henleaze Garden Club meets on the first Wednesday of each month in the Main Hall, St Monica’s Trust, Cote Lane. Visitors welcome – entry £5 (inc. refreshments) Sue Fisher ‘Making the Most of a Small Garden’. Design tips, plant suggestions and growing advice to inspire gardeners on how to get maximum value from the smallest space. Details: www. henleazegardenclub.co.uk 4 February n The Bandstand is a Sacred Space perform at St Alban’s Church Hall.

An evening of jazz and swing with some of the South West’s best jazz musicians. Two youth bands: Backwell School Swing Band and the Joe Bradford Quartet. Adults £5, Under 18s £3. Tickets on the door. 9 & 19 February n New Year - New interests! Democracy or Politics, History or Jazz, Literature or Lunch out? If you have retired from full-time work, and want to take part in enjoyable learning with friendship and fun, Bristol U3A has over 100 different activities. Find out more at your local social group meeting - 10.30am on the second Thursday and third Monday in every month at Eastfield Inn, Henleaze. Phone Barbara 0117 9629331. Please visit our website: www.bristolu3a.org. uk. All alone? - come and join us Bristol U3A! 15 & 23 February n New Year - New Interests! Science or Scrabble, Gardens or German, Current Affairs or Cinema, Latin or Lawn Bowls? If you have retired from full-time work, Bristol U3A offers over 100 different activities. Please, come to one of our social groups, for details phone

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n WHAT'S ON CONTINUED third Monday of the Month (not Aug.) from 2.00 – 4.00pm. Visitors Welcome. For more information call Sue on 01179502826. n Latin Dance at Westbury-on-Trym Village Hall, 7.30pm. Tel. 07785 797904 n LinkAge Contemporary Dance (55+). Do you ever get the feeling you just want to dance but don’t get the opportunity? Here’s your chance. Feel energised in a new way and ignite your creative ideas. Open to all abilities. Every Monday 10-11am, Bradbury Hall THURC. £4. Contact LinkAge on 0117 3533042 for more information. n Westbury Singers are a group of people who love to sing in four-part harmony. Meeting to rehearse Monday evenings during term time in the Reedley Road Baptist church. For information on joining please contact secretary Sarah Scott on 0117 9471436 or email sarah60@ blueyonder.co.uk n Canford Bowling Club, Canford Park, Westbury On Trym. All welcome on Monday’s from 6th April at 5.45pm. Flat-soled shoes please. Further information call 969 4532. n Redland Wind Band rehearses at the Quakers Meeting Room on Gloucester Road at 7.30pm. We sometimes have vacancies, currently mainly for bass instruments, horns and percussionists. Contact Andy Brown at redlandwindband@ googlemail.com or on 07594240269 or via our website www. redlandwindband.co.uk. Also get in touch if you would like to be put on our mailing list or would like to book us for events or fundraisers. n Redland Green Choir meets for rehearsals every Monday 7.30pm9.30pm 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 Red Maids School on Monday evenings. 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 Would you like to learn to play Bridge completely free of charge? I will be starting my next Bridge for Beginners group in the Autumn meeting in Coombe Dingle. For further details please contact Terry Stygall on 9091714 or email tc.stygall@gmail.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 Henleaze Bowling Club welcomes new Members. If you are interested in taking up bowling, come along to our free Coaching sessions at 6pm on Monday evenings (from 25 April, excluding Bank Holidays) to see if the sport is for you. Henleaze is a friendly Club with very good facilities and a lively social programme throughout the year. Special introductory offer – £70 membership for first year (normally £95) and a free Club shirt. Phone the Secretary, Tom Logan, on 01179621669 for further details." n Senior film club, 3rd Monday of month, 2pm St Peter's Hall. n Bridge for Beginners. Would you like to learn to play bridge completely free of charge and then continue to play with us in a gentle friendly atmosphere? I am starting a new beginner's group in Coombe Dingle this Autumn so why not join us? We meet on Monday and Thursday afternoons. Please contact Terry Stygall on 0117 9091714 or 07837300073, or email me at tc.stygall@gmail.com for more details. n Senior film club - 3rd Monday of month, 2pm St Peter's Hall, The Drive, Henleaze. Refreshments (Tea & Cake) £3. Transport offered by Dial-A-Ride, Tel 0845 139 875 The Senior Film Club is supported by the Home Instead Bring Joy Foundation. For further details, please ring 0117 989 8210 Tuesday n Westbury Walkers- Meet at Lloyds Chemist, Canford Land, WoT @ 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 Yoga at Westbury-on-Trym Village Hall, 7.30pm.Tel: 07817 336188 n Ladies badminton at Westburyon-Trym Village Hall, 9.45 to 12 noon. Tel 0117 909 1714. n LinkAge Tai Chi (55+) Are you

looking for gentle active activity to keep your body and mind active? This is the class for you. Frank leads this relaxing and healthy session in a fun environment. Beginners welcome. 10am-11am. Studland Court, Henleaze. £3.50. Contact LinkAge on 0117 3533042 for more information. n LinkAge Zumba Gold (55+) Come along to a fun and friendly dance and exercise class inspired y music from around the world. No experience necessary so come and join Cressida for an hour of dance. 1-2pm. St Peters Church, Henleaze. £3.50. Contact LinkAge on 0117 3533042 for more information. 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 Bristol Photographic Society – The “2016 Annual Photography Course” starts on Tuesday 6th September for 11 consecutive weeks. Beginners/ Improvers welcomed. Location: Unit 13 Station Rd. Montpelier BS6 5EE. For full details go to: www. bristolphoto.org.uk or contact Derek on bps.ptc@gmail.com or 07976 188517 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 60-80 year olds who enjoy regular exercise taken by fitness Professional Natasha Leschinski 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. 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 Liz 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 Zumba Fitness at Westbury-onTrym Village Hall, 6.35pm. www. bristoldancezumba.co.uk n Stand and Deliver Youth Theatre at Westbury-on-Trym Village Hall, 5pm. Tel: 07771 634060 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 social meeting place and not based on charitable activities. Contact John Howard-Cairns for more details: 0117 968 3134. 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 2.15pm on the third Wednesday of the month. Speakers, refreshments, outings. New members welcome. 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.

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February, 2017 blogspot.co.uk Take advantage of our guest visits which are just £4 ( max.three per year) Better still why not join us and enjoy our fabulous Clifton WI 2016 programme for the whole year plus social clubs. Full membership details available. “ The WI plays a unique role in providing women with educational opportunities and the chance to build new skills, to take part in a wide variety of activities and to campaign on issues that matter to them and their communities” 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 Bristol Think and xGrow Rich Meetup, 7:30-9:30pm at Cambridge Arms, Coldharbour Road, BS6 7JS. We are a friendly group supporting each other to achieve our personal goals, be they creative, entrepreneurial, adventuresome, a charitable project or otherwise. Each week we read a chapter from “Think and Grow Rich” by Napoleon Hill to study, discuss and practise a skill that leads us to success. Join us and achieve your goals. Cost: £2 per meeting. For more information, contact Nicola on 07875 364910. 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. nHenleaze Garden Club meets on the first Wednesday of each month in the Main Hall, St Monica’s Trust, Cote Lane. Doors open 7pm for a 7.30 start. Details: www. henleazegardenclub.co.uk 5 October: Philip Aubrey ‘Successful Fruit Growing – Grow Your Own Five a Day’ Philip was director of Birmingham Botanic Gardens for 20 years. He reshaped the Gardens to such an extent that the Queen Mother & Bill Clinton came to visit! n Margaret Morris Movement dance/exercise Bradbury Hall, Henleaze. All welcome 1:00-2:00pm £4 per session, 1st free Tricia, 07896346486 n Henleaze Garden Club meets on the first Wednesday of each month in the Main Hall, St Monica’s Trust, Cote Lane. Visitors welcome – entry £5 (inc. refreshments) 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. Thursday n Knit & Natter - Knit & Natter meets every Thursday between 10am and 12pm @ Methodist Church, WoT. Friendly, fun, and crafty people coming together to pursue their hobbies in a sociable environment. 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 Book Group @ Westbury Library - If you love reading come down and join in, meetings are every last Thursday of the month from 2.30pm to 4pm. For more information call Sue on 0117 9594365 n Alicat Children and Theatre (4-11 years) at Westbury-on-Trym Village Hall, 4pm. Tel: 07917 626388 n Embroidery Club at Westburyon-Trym Village Hall, 8pm. 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 Christmas) in the Methodist Church Hall, Westbury on Trym. We are a lively group of Senior Citizens 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 arranged. Contact 0117 9508644. n Dance Classes with Cressida, 11am-12pm at St Peter’s Church, The Drive, Henleaze. If you love dancing come along to our weekly class, learning the basics of a single new dance every week! Dances include Flamenco, Bollywood, Cha Cha, Salsa, Samba, Charleston, Jazz and more! All dances are beginners level and particularly suitable for the over 40’s. More information www.clubcubana.com or 0117

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3309549. £5.50 drop in (or £25 for the course). 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 phone 0117 9820184. n Ladies Keep Fit, Thursdays 10:00 - 11:00 am, at St Peter's Church Hall, Henleaze - with NEW INSTRUCTOR. This friendly session, which has a dance element to it, is suitable for all ages, levels, and abilities, including the older adult or young mum, who wants to maintain their general fitness, mobility, range of movement, and well being. New members are always welcome. £5:00 per class, pay as you go which includes refreshments. Ring 01454 618488, or email laili@ tiscali.co.uk, or look up the website www.exercisewithlailibrooks.com for full information; or just turn up Friday n Badminton (Ladies) at Westburyon-Trym Village Hall, 10am. Tel: 0117 9681759 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 9687140 n Coffee and refreshments in the coffee bar at Trinity-Henleaze United Reformed Church, Waterford Road. 10am-12pm. Saturday n Whiteladies Farmers’ and Fair Trading Market is now held EVERY

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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 Saturday to celebrate Green Capital, 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 St Monica Trust, Cote Lane, BS9 3UN from 10am -12noon. Carers, relatives, spouses, and people with Parkinson’s - all are welcome for a social and informative get-together, with a variety of speakers. 14th and 18th July. n Henleaze Library. Chatterbooks Book Club for children, bringing Bristol University into your community. Sarah, an English Literature undergraduate runs a book club for children at Henleaze library on the second Saturday of every month from 10.30 – 11.30 am. A club for children to discuss books, make new friends and have some fun.

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February, 2017

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

How can we help you today? It’s that time of year, we are settled into Winter (well fed up of the cold & rain anyhow) and seeing a bit more of what 2017 will bring. For me it is a time of excitedly looking forward to the year ahead. I was at a Christian Leadership Conference late last year, titled ‘Becoming a Transformational Leader’. The key speaker was invited to speak to us from his home in the USA. He spoke passionately about his life journey (literally at times as he has lived in five countries across three continents) and how he came to speak to others about leadership. What stood out to me was how he looked for every opportunity to learn from the people he met and the life experiences he had. Although he was speaking to us from the front, his ability to also

listen was clear to see. I remember my Dad Philip teaching me to listen as well as speak; “you have two ears and one mouth, make sure you use them in this proportion” he said. (I must have been a vocal teenager - although this is not an admission of anything from my teenage years!). Anyhow, at this conference, one of the things I heard about leadership in the workplace was helping people to excel in their work - something we have a passion for at Turners Opticians. A key message was, if possible, choose a job role that you enjoy and have a natural talent for. Well, I thought, I certainly enjoy all aspects of my work, the natural talent and how I perform in my work I will leave for others to

judge! I do know though that the increasing number of new patients coming to see us on the recommendation of our existing patients is a good indication that we are delivering on our vision to provide better eye care and clearer vision for each of you. To our existing patients - very many thanks for continuing to recommend us to your family and friends. To the rest of you - How can we help you today? Our extended eye exam is more thorough and in-depth than a standard sight test. The longer appointment gives time for your Optometrist to listen to any eye or vision concerns you may have, as well as thoroughly check the health of your eyes, and provide you with a personal recommendation for

your eyes and vision. How else can we help you? Well speaking personally, my aim is to provide each of you with better eye care and clearer vision. If you wear glasses, particularly for driving or on electronic devices, then our contrast enhancing lens will reduce glare and ensure that you have the most comfortable and clearest vision we can give you. If you wear contact lenses then the range of contacts we can recommend to you has been tailored to give you healthy, comfortable and clear vision. To book an extended eye exam or for advice about glasses or contact lenses please visit our website, telephone our Fishponds or Henleaze practices or even by pop in to say Hi! I 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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n PRIMAL POSTURE with

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Flexibility will come naturally if we let it NEW training, sport or fitness class? Chances are you will be doing some stretches! Stretching forms a part of most sports and fitness workouts. People often ask why hamstrings in particular are so resistant to change. Despite even well-taught and regular stretching, hamstring tightness will be an ongoing issue if your everyday posture puts your pelvis and tail in a tucked under position. This shortens the distance and therefore the length of the muscles all the way down to their insertions around the knee. You then regularly stretch in a vain effort to correct this imbalance, without ever addressing its underlying cause. If stretching really was a solution, should we have to keep repeating it?

The woman in the picture shows how stretching with a tucked and fixed pelvis results in over-stretching her back and compressing the back of her neck. Better posture would allow her pelvis to rotate forward around her hip joints and straighten her spine. She would develop better hip mobility (and healthy,

spacious joints), and also regain hamstring length. She would then also achieve this just by healthier everyday sitting and bending! Notice too how this way of rounding forward bypasses the deep abdominal activation you get with good alignment, hunches the upper back and compresses the back of the neck.

Stretching should never mean poor positioning, straining and pulling. We can learn how best to release our muscles from watching animals, babies and young children â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they stretch, but in an organic, natural way that helps to awaken muscles and deepen the breath, perhaps dispelling tension with a delicious yawn, too! When we do what is right for our bodies, muscle length and flexibility will start to come naturally. Next Free Workshop, Weds 1st March 4-5.30pm Spicer+Cole, Glos. Rd, Sign-up: www.gokhalemethod.com Foundation Course: Saturday 18th and 25th February Yoga class: Thursdays, 9.30am Further info: 07982 231317

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February, 2017

n NEWS

Avon Organic Group AGM

A LOCAL meeting for everyone interested in organic gardening and organic foods is held each month by Avon Organic Group. Their next meeting is on Thursday, 23 February from 7pm – 9pm at The Station (in the Dance Studio), Silver Street, Bristol BS1 2AG. It will be a varied social evening with our Seed Swap, AGM and a talk by Soil Association horticulturalist, Tom Hartley, who in his leisure time, is often to be found experimenting with unusual vegetable varieties down on his allotment. All welcome. Visitors £3/Members £1. Contact secretaryaog@gmail.com

Charity classic car event The annual Charity Classic Car event, organised by the Clevedon Lions Club, takes place on Sunday 23 April. Car owners come from all over the West Country take part and Henleaze and Westbury car enthusiasts are invited to sign up and join in this fun day out. The event started in the Mendip area nine years ago and has grown substantially since then. A total of 160 vehicles took part last year and there is room for even more this year. Presenter, Alex Lovell from BBC Points West, is going to wave the cars away from the start this year at Wyevale Cadbury Garden Centre, in Congresbury. Owners interested in taking part can contact clevedonlions@ gmail.com for details and to register for an application form. Entry costs £12 - proceeds go to the Children Hospice and other charities supported by the Lions.

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or taper, after all! The best way to inject an authentic hygge atmosphere to your home, is to invite close friends around to pass the time together on the last long dark evenings before spring comes. By all means light the fire if you have one, add plenty of candlelight, textured throws, and a schnapps, bitters or hot chocolate. Or if you find solace in solitude, there is no better way to savour a few quiet moments than curling up with a good read. Transform a quiet corner of your home into an inviting book nook, with a comfortable chair, good reading light, nice warming drink, and a cosy cushion or throw. Use items you already own and cherish with each use, and simply imagine

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Located in the prestigious development at Gloucester County Cricket Club, this second floor apartment has a balcony with views over the cricket pitch and Bristols skyline. The accommodation has an open plan kitchen/lounge area, with the lounge area effectively having a wall of glass that overlooks the pitch and provides access to the balcony. There are two bedrooms, the master benefitting from a fitted wardrobe and an en suite shower room, and the main bathroom. A real bonus with the apartment is that it comes with a secure, allocated parking space in the underground car park. Sold with no onward chain. 73 Westbury Hill Westbury on Trym Bristol BS9 3AD Sales: 0117 962 1973 Lettings: 0117 970 7540

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February, 2017 DOG CARE

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Heel to Toe Foot Care

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Domestic plumbing & tiling Showers, undertile heating etc. City & Guilds and NVQ Part P compliant Free estimates Call to discuss your requirements

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Westbury Fields

Day Service

A flexible, stimulating and homely day service for older people living with memory loss or similar difficulties. Provided by the award winning charity, St Monica Trust, you can be confident that your loved one’s enjoyment and well-being are at the centre of our attention. If you’d like to come and have a look around, or talk about your specific needs, we’d love to talk to you. Please call Julia Jones on 0117 377 3768 or type ow.ly/btgq307Tq3w into your browser.

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