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FREE EVERY MONTH IN KEYNSHAM & SALTFORD Campaigners opposed to Bristol Airport's expansion plans staged a protest in Keynsham - see Page 7
Private operator to run Post Office
Mum's loving care for children earns MBE A FOSTER carer from Keynsham has received an MBE in the Queen’s New Year Honours list. Andy Hider has fostered for 35 years and received the MBE for “services to children and young people in Bristol, Bath & North East Somerset” after being nominated by her son Ben Scott. Andy, who is now aged 74, began fostering in 1985 when she was a
single mum with three children of her own. After seeing an advert for foster carers in the local library, she initially planned just to do it in the short term. However, in the years that have followed, she has cared for more than 100 children and teenagers and is now planning to retire after making a difference to so many lives. Andy has worked with Amicus Turn to Page 2
The Post Office in Keynsham’s High Street is set to be run by a private operator, in a move aimed at safeguarding services. PAGE 3
Decision over river moorings Councillors have made a decision on moorings on the Mead Lane riverbank in Saltford at their latest cabinet meeting. PAGE 4
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Town's council tax precept up by 2% KEYNSHAM town councillors have voted to increase the council tax precept by two per cent from April. The rise means a Band D household will contribute £93.12 to the town council in 2020/21, up from £91.29 - an increase of 3.52p a week. The council, having finalised its annual budget, forecasts it will spend £870,173 over the financial year. This includes £40,000 towards the High Street Heritage Action Zone Project, £15,000 towards the refurbishment of Kelston Park play area and an estimated £20,000 to improve allotments. Town clerk Cheryl Scott said the council would save almost £19,000 on staff pensions next year and had saved £40,000 in staff costs in the current financial year by delaying recruitment. Dr Scott said: “Like many other councils up and down the country, Keynsham Town Council has to think very carefully when making decisions
about whether to take on more responsibilities, projects and activities that would incur more cost.” Chairman Andy Wait said the council would continue to address residents’ environmental concerns, following its decision last May to declare a climate emergency. As part of this initiative, it has allocated an extra £10,000 to the existing £20,000 available as grants to community organisations that will be ring-fenced to support environmental projects. It will allocate a further £10,000 a year for the next three years for small community infrastructure projects and will launch a call for suggestions at the annual town meeting on Thursday April 23 at 7.30pm in The Space. The council will also further its efforts towards reducing carbon emissions and single-use plastics. For more information, visit the council’s website at www. keynsham-the towntc.gov.uk
Foster carer's MBE From Page 1 Foster Care, based in St Werburghs, Bristol, during her fostering career. Set up in 2009, the agency looks for foster carers from all walks of life. It is rated as outstanding by Ofsted, is the only Makaton-accredited foster care company in the South West and currently looks after 43 children across 36 families. Andy told Keynsham Voice: “The fact that my son nominated me meant more to me than receiving the MBE itself. “I always thought they’d just grown up with it and that this is just what Mum does, and it really touched my heart strings. “Being a foster carer is the best job in the world - how many people in their careers can say they’ve made a difference to a young person’s life? “It’s such a privilege to play a role in their life, at what is often some of their most difficult times, and I understand how
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difficult it must be for the birth families, too. “Seeing someone else support their child must be really hard, and I think the most important role of a foster carer is to keep up the relationship with the birth family and work with them. “If anyone is interested in finding out more about being a foster carer, I would tell them to just pick up the phone and make an enquiry. You’re not committing to anything at that stage, as there is still a process of assessment to go through. “Amicus are a fantastic small agency, and you will get 100% support and great training.” As there is a shortage of foster carers in Bristol at the moment, there has never been a more important time for people to give a home to some of the city’s most vulnerable young people. To find out more about Amicus and becoming a foster carer, call 0117 955 5039 or visit www.amicusfostercare.com.
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n NEWS THE Post Office in Keynsham’s High Street is set to be run by a private operator. Bosses say the change is needed to safeguard services in the town centre. But a union has attacked the decision, arguing that it puts the future of the branch and its staff at risk. The branch will be run by ZCO Ltd on a franchise basis from April. It will stay at its current site and maintain its current opening hours. Steve Blampied, Head of the Directly Managed Network for Post Office, said: “We are making this change in order to maintain Post Office services in the centre of Keynsham. “There are unprecedented changes on our high streets, and the needs of our customers are evolving, too. “Our priority is to provide secure and commercially sustainable services in Keynsham, continuing to meet our customers’ needs now and into the future. “The vast majority of our 11,500 Post Office branches, large and small, are already successfully operated by independent franchisees.” But the Communication Workers Union, which represents staff at the branch, says the decision puts services and seven local jobs in jeopardy. Chris Roche, CWU representative, said: “Keynsham Crown Post Office is an essential part of the local economy. It’s a valuable asset to the town and is relied upon by local residents and businesses, as well as people who collect their pensions and benefits. “The staff in Keynsham are well-trained and have a wealth of experience between them which could be lost under the company’s plans to franchise this office to ZCO Ltd.” The CWU is concerned about the longterm viability of the branch, as its future will now depend on the fortunes of an independent retailer. The union accuses ZCO Ltd of operating on low wages and low employment standards. Mr Roche said: “This town will lose highly skilled, unionised and well-rewarded jobs in exchange for minimum-wage-paying, insecure jobs.”
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n NEWS COUNCILLORS have made a decision on moorings on the Mead Lane riverbank in Saltford at their latest cabinet meeting. In 2005, B&NES Council undertook bio-engineered stabilisation works at Mead Lane, where the river bank was secured with rock armour and vegetation. At the time, engineering firm Halcrow predicted that loss of part of the highway would occur within five to 10 years if no action was taken. However, after taking professional advice from a Bath-based coastal and inland civil engineering consultancy, concerned Saltford Environment Group (SEG) determined that stabilisation work of the riverbank 14 years ago was not designed for moorings (which became more frequent in 2014), creating safety fears that the road could collapse into the river. SEG brought the Mead Lane consultation and the technical design for the 2005 works to B&NES Council’s attention in October 2019. Following this, B&NES Council held a consultation with independent consultants Lemon Gazelle, which involved a series of events with residents, boaters and stakeholders, and generated a total of 1,251 responses. At the meeting on Thursday January 16, councillors agreed: l to undertake a structural survey of the riverbank at Mead Lane, and as part of the survey consider the suitability of this land for future moorings (subject to approval of the revenue budget provision by cabinet/ council in February 2020) l that officers would report back to cabinet once the results of the structural survey are
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Boats moored along the riverbank in Mead Lane, Saltford, where a structural survey will take place known, to enable cabinet to make an informed decision on the long-term use of this land. l that the moorings at Mead Lane will be removed within 21 days and officers will also undertake further analysis of residential mooring arrangements along the river, to include arrangements for boaters and their families. Once the investigation is completed, SEG and Saltford Parish Council (SPC) will seek the designation of Mead Lane from the council as a Local Nature Reserve (or similar) to help protect the vegetation that secures the rock armour.
The group also hope the repairs to the riverbank will not be as expensive as the six-figure sum spent on installing the now-compromised stabilisation scheme in 2005. Wessex Water, whose sewage treatment facility had also been put at risk as a result of moorings being allowed in Mead Lane, has also backed the case for rescuing the stabilisation scheme put forward by SEG and SPC. Speaking about the decision, Saltford ward councillor Duncan Hounsell said: “The moorings trial is an experiment which hasn’t worked. "From the start, proper
processes and residents’ views were ignored. “This is an unsuitable location for moorings. No proper facilities were provided, leading to the deterioration of the riverbank. There is a risk that essential infrastructure could be damaged. “I’m pleased that the new Lib Dem administration is listening to local people and will initiate a structural survey. “In the long term, we must secure the stability of the riverbank, restore it to public open space and ensure there are enough suitable moorings within the council area for live-aboard boaters.”
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Community fridge is such a cool idea KEYNSHAM is set to have its own community fridge, after plans by a local group gathered pace. A community fridge is a fridge located in a public space. It enables fresh food to be stored and shared across a community, rather than being thrown away, and local suppliers are also able to donate food that is safe to eat but surplus to requirements. This food is then made available to anyone who wants it, helping to address food poverty and supporting those who might be facing hardship. The main purpose of a community fridge is to reduce food waste. Each year, around 10 million tonnes of food waste is produced across the UK, which means the average UK family wastes £810 a year by throwing away food and drink, and £3 billion a year is also wasted by food sectors. Of this total, it is estimated that 60 per cent (6 million tonnes) of food waste could be avoided.
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The unconditional love our pets show us is priceless, whether through a nudge with a cold, wet nose or a gentle purr and head butt. Whether you share your life with a dog, a cat or both, take time to show them every day how much you love and appreciate them. Our pets give us so much. They offer us friendship and companionship, and they reduce stress, which is great for our health. How can you show your pet how much they are loved? As humans we love to give food, but there are much better ways to show affection, particularly since so many of our pets are overweight - but that is a topic for another article! All pets love a good, comfy bed, so why not spoil them with new bedding, as we all know they can spend hours snoozing during the day. A new toy is always fun too, particularly if you take the time to play with it along with them. Time is the best thing you can give your pet. Just a bit of quality time taking your dog for a nice, long country walk or spending quiet time in the sun with your cat is the best way to show love. Whatever you decide to do, give them some love every day. They certainly give it to you.
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THE Holmoak play area at Bilbie Green has been adopted by Keynsham Town Council, which will now own and manage it for residents. The council had previously decided it could not afford to do so, after talks with the developer fell through about a year ago. This meant Bilbie Green residents would have to pay a management company to maintain it through increased service charges. Council chairman Andy Wait said: “The council has been mindful of the impact the decision not to adopt would have on Bilbie Green residents. “Since its announcement last year, the town council has been involved in confidential discussions with the developers to reach a mutually acceptable agreement. “It is very important to our residents that existing recreational and green space areas are maintained and improved and new ones created as the town continues to expand.” He said the council would set aside an amount each year to build its reserve for play area refurbishment and is working with B&NES Council on a strategy for managing and maintaining all recreational and green spaces in Keynsham.
Play area adopted by council For more information, visit the town council’s website at www.keynsham- tc.gov.uk l Feedback from children and schools will be used to improve Keynsham’s play areas. The town council survey on play areas and green spaces received an “excellent response”, with more than 350 youngsters contributing. The survey results will help the council as it looks to upgrade the town’s play spaces. The survey revealed that the top three play areas were: 1st Upper Memorial; 2nd Kelston Park; 3rd Manor Road. The favourite play equipment was: 1st swings, 2nd space nets; 3rd climbing frames. The children voted for future themed play areas, and the results were: 1st dragon theme, 2nd mountain towers theme; 3rd wildlife pond theme. The full results of the survey are to be published on the NDP page of the town council website at www.Keynsham-tc.gov.uk
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Protest over plans for extra flights
Red alert - demonstrators in Keynsham raising awareness of the Bristol Airport expansion plans CAMPAIGNERS in Keynsham fighting plans to expand Bristol Airport staged a protest march through the town centre. The event, to raise awareness of the airport’s plans, began at the bandstand and included a samba band. It follows a public meeting in the town, as reported in last month’s Keynsham Voice, at which residents voiced their fears that adding 23,000 extra flights a year would wipe out any remaining peace and tranquillity for
people living under the flightpath. They are also concerned about increased traffic and pollution. The plans to double passenger numbers will see an increase in flights over Keynsham, especially during the summer months. Campaigner Rich Prior said: “The level of noise from the planes does already affect people, particularly in the summer when windows are open. The increase in night flights will have a significant health impact
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on some. However, the biggest concern from many - with increasing awareness of climate change and the climate emergency – is that we need to cut greenhouse gasses and not increase them as this proposal will do. “We need to head to carbon neutrality now, but this proposal is completely contrary to any targets.” Anyone wishing to object to Bristol Airport expansion can do so at http://www. stopbristolairportexpansion.org/
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POLICE investigating the theft of an 81-yearold woman's purse want to trace the three people in these CCTV images. The theft happened in Yate Shopping Centre between midday and 1pm on Wednesday November 27. Later the same day, between 1.45pm and Abbey hp ads AW.qxp_Layout 1 26/03/2019 11:33 1 the stolen bank cards was used in 2pm,Page one of
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ecember is always a manic month for all the emergency services, and we are no exception. Your local police have been busy dealing with more incidents than normal, taking part in Operation Tonic (against drink and drug drivers) and Project Servator (to create a highvisibility deterrent against a range of criminal activity), as well as providing additional cover for the extra night-time economy that this time of the year brings. In Keynsham, the Neighbourhood team, with support from Bath officers, ran a successful drugs warrant, where we found controlled drugs for which the offender has been dealt with. We also suffered some household burglaries, but I am pleased to say that the offender was caught inside one of the
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properties and the incidents were quickly linked. He was sent to court and we are awaiting the outcome. Unfortunately, we have also had a number of violent incidents, but these have been dealt with promptly - I am aware of the social media fallout from these. n We had two unrelated incidents on the Chocolate Quarter, one of which concerned
a single property. This was an isolated incident where the location was not linked to the offenders and the property’s occupants were not the intended targets. We have been working with our partner agencies to reassure residents following this incident. In the second incident, a number of properties and vehicles were damaged by the Chocolate Quarter. Again, there was no link to the offender and the properties or vehicles. The offender was quickly apprehended at the scene by officers and has been charged. The offender has also been given conditions not to attend the location of the incidents and will be arrestable if in breach. It’s sad that I have to update you on such mindless vandalism, but it’s an unfortunate fact of life and one we aim to deal with
promptly and with the minimum of impact. n Keynsham has been in the press this month with the protest by Extinction Rebellion against, among other things, the proposed expansion of Bristol Airport. The Neighbourhood Policing Team were in attendance to allow this protest and make sure it went off with the minimum of interruption to the local community. The other newsworthy incident concerned a male living on the Wellsway who had passed away. A search of his home revealed what were believed to be firearms, and the bomb squad was called to ensure everything was safe. It’s interesting how the rumour mill works, as I was getting messages that people had been seen walking around Keynsham with guns. This was not the case.
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n NEWS NEW designs to enhance Keynsham town centre and create a better environment to encourage more walking and cycling have gone on show to the public. Bath & North East Somerset Council’s detailed plans for Keynsham come after improvements to the public realm were highlighted as a key priority by local people in a consultation held between November 2018 and January 2019. Permanent improvements to the public space between Bath Hill and Charlton Road will include footpath decluttering, widening and resurfacing, better signage, cycling and bus stop facilities, new street furniture, streetlights, landscaping and trees. Work is expected to begin this summer. The scheme is funded by the West of England Local Enterprise Partnership through the Local Growth Fund, administered by the West of England Combined Authority (WECA), which supports economic growth in the region. The council was awarded £1.5 million towards the cost of implementing the first phase of public realm improvements in June 2019, and the scheme will help create a better shopping environment, encouraging more trade and supporting the local economy. The public-realm enhancements come on top of a range of investment for the town, including the Riverside View redevelopment of the council’s former offices into apartments and improvements to the leisure centre facilities. Councillor Paul Crossley, cabinet member for Community
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Work to improve Keynsham town centre is expected to start this summer Services, said: “We recognise that it is important to residents in Keynsham that their High Street becomes a nicer place to be. I’m excited that we can now share the detail of our plans to revitalise the town centre and improve sustainable transport by encouraging more cyclists and bus users. “Keynsham town centre is set to benefit from significant investment over the next few years which will go a long way to keeping its position as a successful independent centre and the focus of Keynsham’s public life.”
Since the funding was committed, the council has been developing the detailed design and specifications which has included on-site survey work as well as meeting with various stakeholder groups to develop the final layout of the scheme. Professor Steve West, chair of the West of England LEP, said: “This is a great opportunity to enhance the appeal of Keynsham for shoppers, visitors and workers – making it easier and more attractive for people to check out what the town offers. It’s brilliant that we can help make this ambition become a
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n NEWS PLANS to improve maternity services for people in Keynsham have been approved. The proposals include the creation of an Alongside Midwifery Unit at the Royal United Hospital in Bath, whose maternity unit serves people in the Keynsham area. Antenatal and postnatal care will be enhanced throughout the region, and homebirth services will be improved and better promoted. The decision to approve the proposals has been taken by the joint governing bodies of Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Clinical Commissioning Groups (BSW CCGs). It follows three years of consultation with more than 4,000 mothers, families, staff and partners in the community to develop a new vision for maternity services, proposals for change and final recommendations. Sarah Merritt, Acting Deputy Director of Nursing and Midwifery at the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, said: “These proposals will help us provide more choices for birth to more women and will build a strong foundation on which to enhance continuity of care, so that more women can see the same midwife or small team of midwives before, during and after labour.” She said the addition of the Alongside Midwifery Unit at the RUH would give birthing mothers a new option for labour and delivery. “Our midwives and staff are excited to embrace this new way of working in purposebuilt facilities,” she said. Dr Ruth Grabham, Medical Director for Bath and North East Somerset Clinical Commissioning Group and a member of the governing body, said: “We are very grateful to everyone who gave their time and expertise over the last three years as this proposal was developed and refined. "From mums and dads who use the services to clinical experts and local organisations – everyone has helped to steer a path through the complexities of service change.” Chaya Tagore, Maternity Voices Partnership (MVP) Lead and a member of the expert panel that reviewed the
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Executive head for new primary school WELLSWAY Multi Academy Trust has appointed an executive headteacher to oversee the launch of its new primary school in Keynsham. Annie Smart will take on the leadership of Two Rivers Church of England Primary School alongside her current role of headteacher at Chandag Infant School. Mrs Smart, a highly experienced and successful primary school leader, will be responsible for establishing the new school, which will open with one reception class in purposebuilt temporary accommodation on the Wellsway School campus in September. She will take up the post after Easter, working with the trust’s director of primary, Dr Matthew Cottrell, and colleagues on the pre-opening phase. Mrs Smart will also oversee the school’s move to its new permanent building on the Hygge Park development as soon as it is completed, during
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Tots help roll back the years RESIDENTS at a retirement complex in Keynsham have been feeling much younger, thanks to regular visits from nursery tots. Men and women at Abbeyfield House have been enjoying the company of children at Mama Bear’s Day Nursery and Pre-School since September. The youngsters have also been calling in on residents at Kift Lodge, next to Hanham Common. Each week, nursery staff bring three and four-year-olds along to enjoy a variety of planned activities. Retirement home manager Joleigh Hayward says the visits have introduced a new lease of life into the houses, which are run by housing charity the Abbeyfield Society. Abbeyfield and nursery staff agree the initiative is benefiting both children and adults. Joleigh said: “Some of the residents don’t get to see their
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industries. Investors are increasingly looking at the long-term prospects of companies and asking questions about sustainability in the face of climate change. This is important because most people have a pension and can tell their pension fund what they do and don’t want their pension pot invested in. ShareAction helps people get their voices heard over the investments that are made on our behalf. As fossil fuels become increasingly marginal in our energy mix, ‘decentralised’ energy systems (where power and heat are generated and consumed locally) are taking off. Community energy companies set up and run community-owned projects that generate power which is sold locally. Any surplus profit is ploughed back into the community via a fund which tackles issues from fuel poverty and carbon reduction to other environmental concerns. Keynsham Community Energy is our local community energy company. You can find out more about it at www. keynshamcommunityenergy.org.uk Liz Barling n Author dares us to dream: Page 42
AN EVENT focusing on climate change and the environment is to be held in Keynsham. It is being organised by the town council, which has declared a climate emergency. It will include talks by speakers and information about climate and environmental issues. The free event will be held in The Space, above the town’s library, on Saturday March 14, 10am-2pm. For more information, email Dawn Drury, Deputy Town Clerk, at deputytownclerk@keynsham-tc.gov.uk
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VISITORS will get a close-up view of remarkable objects from the past at an open day in Keynsham. They can join the Roman Baths team at the Archaeology Store to explore treasures from the Roman to medieval periods. The store in Pixash Lane, Keynsham, will be open for two tours (11am and 2pm) on Thursday February 20 during half term. The tours will be led by the Roman Baths Collections Team, who care for and curate archaeological collections from the whole of Bath and North East Somerset. Many of the beautiful objects discovered in Keynsham are on display at the town’s library and one-stop shop, but museum stores are excellent places to see behind the scenes and find out more about objects that are not currently on show. During the tours, visitors will have the chance to handle objects including Roman mosaics, coins and small personal items such as brooches and tweezers discovered in areas of Keynsham that were once part of a Roman settlement possibly known as Trajectus. The tour will also guide visitors through stunning stonework from Keynsham Abbey, including ornamental stone bosses that were an important part of the abbey’s vaulted chapter house. Booking for the tours is essential. To reserve a place, please call 01225 477773.
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Register your baby's birth here! BIRTHS can now be registered at Bath’s biggest hospital thanks to the launch of a new service. Busy new parents to babies born at the Royal United Hospital will be able to avoid an extra task and take their newborn home along with a certificate of their birth. Staff from Bath and North East Somerset Council’s register office are available on Monday to Thursday mornings at the RUH’s Mary Ward birth suite to register babies. RUH maternity matron Di Dorrington said: “Any parent with a newborn baby will tell you that making the birth registration process easier is a great idea. "Being able to do it here and now at the RUH and avoiding tiring journeys into town can only be a benefit.” Birth certificates cost £11 each. The service is available to B&NES residents only. Councillor Paul Crossley, cabinet member for community services, said: “Registering a
Jasmine Bush, centre, at the RUH with her new baby Chase. Also pictured are county registrar Cindy Aze, left, and interim ward manager Aisling Seal birth is a legal requirement that all parents need to ensure is done within 42 days of their baby’s birth, but often travelling to a register office can be an extra strain. “Our new service will make it easier for parents to get the paperwork done then and there, as well as reduce the number of journeys they have to make with a newborn in tow. I hope lots of residents will take advantage of the service and that it makes life easier for them.”
Anyone not wishing to register their baby at the RUH birth suite is still able to register a birth at the Guildhall in Bath city centre or within the council’s library and information services at Midsomer Norton or Keynsham by making an appointment. People who live outside Bath and North East Somerset but had their baby within the district should register their baby at their local register office, and their certificate will be posted to them.
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SALT and Sham cycle club has given £400 to the Trussell Trust food bank following a fancy-dress ride. The money came from members’ donations and membership funds. The charity was chosen as beneficiary by the winners of the ride, who dressed as grannies using charity shop clothes for their outfits.
St John's 750 years ST JOHN the Baptist Church in Keynsham is 750 years old this year. To celebrate, the congregation has organised a series of monthly events – these will be appearing in the What’s On pages of Keynsham Voice and will be updated regularly. The year was launched with a Songs of Praise service on Sunday January 19, to which the clergy and congregations from the surrounding area and Churches Together were invited. The bell ringers rang a special quarter peal of 1,260 changes of Plain Bob Triples lasting an hour and a quarter to welcome the 189 attendees as they walked along one of the candlelit pathways into the church. A fully-robed choir conducted by its director of music, Christopher Thomas, inspired those present to sing the favourite hymns selected by
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n December, we let you know about our theme for 2020 – ‘Somewhere over the Rainbow’ in memory of Dee and we are now busy preparing our competition entry forms, planting schemes, annual trail and other projects all connected to bright and cheerful rainbows. Entry forms for our 2020 In Bloom competition will be sent out to all previous entrants towards the end of February, but we would welcome interest from any new entrants in the following categories: youth and young people gardening/ conservation projects, schools, residents’ gardens, business floral displays, churches, and allotment entrants. If you would like to more information or express an interest in receiving an entry form, email Dawn using the contact details below. Our 2020 trail is rainbowcoloured chairs (decorated with potted plants, flowers or covered with floral stickers). Entry forms will be available in March, trail maps available from the beginning of July, and the trail will run from mid-July to the end of August. Further details will follow. If you would like to enter but do not have an old chair to decorate and display as part of
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Queens Road Methodist Church, Keynsham, BS31 2NN 9.00am Tel: Sharon 07401 948239
WEDNESDAY
Saltford Association Hall, Wansdyke Room, BS31 3BY 7.30pm Tel: Cher 07824 336925
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THURSDAY
Keynsham Baptist Church, High Street 7.30am, 9.30am, 11.30am, 3:30pm, 5:30pm & 7:30pm Tel: Kelly 07795 951137 Christ the Servent, Stockwood Road, BS14 8PL 5:00pm & 7:00pm Tel: Vicky 07999 617075
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Christ the Servent, Stockwood Road, BS14 8PL 9.30am Tel: Vicky 07999 617075
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We’re recruiting NEW Singers for the West’s leading Male Choir MEN DO MEN DO
SING
SING
Bath Male Choir
Bath Male Choir hit the headlines on the BBC ‘Last Choir Standing’ series.
Since then, they’ve performed in hundreds of concerts across the UK, Europe,
Japan and (last November) Boston. We have an increasing number of concerts and events for 2020 and founder conductor Grenville Jones wants to
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recruit 20 new singers to Bath Male Choir to enable the choir to meet all requests.
You DO NOT have to have previous choir experience, although a love of singing is the Key. See our website for full details of rehearsals in Beechen Cliff Methodist, Shakespeare Avenue, Bear Flat.
There’s a simple voice test with Grenville – come along and meet us.
www.bathmalechoir.org
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KEYNSHAM AND SALTFORD LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY
Was Keynsham bombed in the war?
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he Second World War saw major German air raids on the city of Bristol between November 1940 and April 1941, while in April 1942 Bath was targeted in the so-called “Baedeker” bombing raids. In between was Keynsham. Clearly the town was not a target of any strategic value, although the Somerdale factory was. A large part of the factory had been taken over by BAC and used for the manufacture of aircraft parts and as a drawing office. It was struck by one bomb, which hit the laboratory but did not explode. Although not a target, some bombs were dropped on Keynsham and the surrounding farmland, probably by planes that were lost or needed to jettison their load. Remarkably, only one building in the town was hit by a bomb, and that was 59 High Street, the premises now occupied by the British Heart Foundation charity shop. This was a time when the High Street was not a continuous row of shops, and several private houses fronted the street. No 59 was one such property, and next to it was a tiny shop, built by Mrs Carter in 1923 so that her friend Mrs Halliday could open Keynsham’s first ladies’ hairdressing salon. On August 24, 1940, during a raid on Bristol, an oil bomb hit the roof of No 59 and set it on fire (an oil bomb was an incendiary device containing an oil mixture with a high explosive charge). The two occupants, the elderly and infirm Jane Wallis and her daughter, were rescued with some difficulty from the burning building
by local painter and decorator Luther Bees, who was later commended for his bravery. He was assisted by an Australian soldier, Private Frederick Marshall, whose car had broken down nearby. After the bombing, only the shell remained but by the end of 1940 the gutted building was made good by Edward Wiggins’ building firm at a cost of £221 5s 4d. The shop became Jolyon's when Mrs Kathleen Bees took it over in 1953. Many other bombs fell around the town, including near the cricket ground and Manor Road, but as far as we know, no damage was caused. One night, a stick of bombs fell in a line across the fields between what is now the Broadmead roundabout and the Wellsway School area. The local policeman roused the farm hand and he had to go and check the livestock. He found a couple of cows rather mudspattered but unhurt – although it has been recorded that milk yields were down next day! February Meeting – Bath Abbey
No 59 High Street after the bombing in 1940
Photo: K Bees
No 59 in about 1950 Photo: Keynsham and Saltford Local History Society
In a change to our previously advertised programme, the society’s next Monday evening meeting on February 17, starting at 7.30pm, features a talk on the Footprint Project at Bath Abbey. John Barnes will tell us about this huge project, which involves replacing the abbey’s floor and unearthing the archaeology beneath. Visitors are welcome to join us at St Dunstan’s Catholic Church Hall on Bristol Road, Keynsham. Richard Dyson
High Street, with No 59 in the centre, in the early 60s Photo: R Leitch
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n NEWS The first Compton Dando Craft Day of the year attracted almost 40 people to the parish hall, including a contingent from Keynsham and Saltford. Pictured are Keynsham crafters (left to right) Margaret Thompson, Trish Panfield, Fay Wright, Mary Burnard, Margaret Barnes and Carolyn Brain. Margaret Thompson and Fay also raise money for Children’s Hospice South West with their Keynsham Chicks. For details of the next workshop on Monday February 17, contact Harriette Dottridge on 01761 490445 or email hdottridge@hotmail.com
Good Citizen Award deadline extended Last year’s winners - Richard Dyson, chairman of Keynsham & Saltford History Society, who received the 2018/2019 Good Citizen Award, and Erica Davies, Keynsham’s Chief Womble, who won the 2018/2019 Lifetime Achievement Award THE entry deadline for the 2019/2020 Keynsham Good Citizen Award has been extended to the end of February. It is the first year that Keynsham Town Council is giving an award in three separate categories: Young Citizen of the Year, Good Citizen of the Year, and Lifetime Achievement Award In previous years, nominees had to be part of a local organisation and volunteers to be eligible, but for the 2019/2020 awards, nominations will be accepted for individuals in their own right. It is also the first year that entries will be considered for sporting and cultural excellence,
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and nominations can now be submitted for people who have contributed in a professional capacity. The award, set up in 2007, aims to recognise residents who provide support, services and activities that benefit the town. This year's nomination period has been extended to Saturday February 29. The winners will be invited to the annual town meeting, where they will receive a certificate and £100 for the charitable/community cause of their choice. You can find full details and a link to the entry form on the town council website - bit.ly/ktcgood-citizen-award
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THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH Philippa Traynar
can love someone ‘ IfwhoGodcheered on as
Youth Worker Keynsham Parish
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s we approach February, our thoughts might naturally turn to love, with Valentine's Day fast approaching. As I write this, in the church’s calendar and in youth group on Sundays, we are celebrating the conversion and life of St Paul. But what does that have to do with love? Well, bear with me and I will try to explain. The change God brought about in Paul, following his conversion on the road to Damascus, was enormous. He went from being the most passionate persecutor of Christians to being one of the most dedicated of Christians. Apart from Jesus, Paul has probably had the biggest impact on the Christian church that still continues to this day. In Act 9:15, God says to Ananias, who he sends to heal Paul from his blindness: “Go! This man is my chosen instrument to proclaim my name to the Gentiles and their kings and to the people of Israel…”
people were killed for their faith, then he can surely love each one of us too
Paul had become the chosen apostle to share with the world that Jesus and the love of God is for all people (known as gentiles) and not just for the people of Israel. Paul went on to travel far and wide and wrote many letters that still inspire us today. Paul shows us that when you truly encounter God, you just can’t stay the same afterwards. This is where the love comes in. The God we believe in as Christians is a God full of love that is unconditional and a love that is for all. If God can love someone who cheered on as people were killed for their faith, then he can surely love each one of us too. St Paul’s enthusiasm is an encouragement. Too often we feel that we can’t make a difference in the world so think there is no point in doing anything. But inside each of us is the power to be influential and make a real change. We only have to believe.
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n NEWS
Staying informed with talking news
HAVE you always enjoyed reading but now find it hard due to poor eyesight or blindness? Then Keynsham Talking Newspapers (KTN) can help you with its free service. This was explained when Edmund Prideaux was guest speaker at a meeting of the Inner Wheel of Chelwood Bridge. He told how Mary Burnard set up KTN in 1983, recording news items onto cassette tapes with the help of volunteers. More than 200 people in Keynsham, Bristol and Bath now receive free weekly recordings of local news and features in the post – with memory sticks now replacing the old tapes. To find out how to volunteer or use the service, go to www.ktn.org.uk or call 0117 299 3021. l Pictured, Edmund Prideaux with Inner Wheel president Sandra Blair.
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n WHAT’S ON SPINE SAFE PILATES COURSE n 6 weeks n £42 n limited participants (pre-booking required) n 30 minute classes www.gentlefitness.co.uk samantha@gentlefitness.co.uk Samantha 07736309272
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n Keynsham Repair Cafe at Keynsham Baptist Church, High Street, 10am-12 noon. Bring your broken items, and our volunteers will see if they can fix them (for free). More volunteers welcome! @ KeynshamRepairCafe on Facebook or email keynshamrepaircafe@ gmail.com for more details.
Mon Feb 17
n Bath Abbey – The Footprint Project. A talk by John Barnes for Keynsham & Saltford Local History Society. 7.30pm at St Dunstan’s Catholic Church Hall, Bristol Road, Keynsham. Visitors welcome.
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n Keynsham Wombles’ next Big Womble litter-picking event is from 10am to midday. The venue has yet to be decided, but those interested can look at the Wombles’ Facebook or Twitter pages, or contact Erica at womble@transitionkeynsham.org.
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n 750 Celebrations, St John’s Keynsham Curry & quiz, 6.30pm, 2-course meal BYO wine. Quiz begins at 7.30pm. Cash prize. St John’s Parish Hall. Tickets /forms £10 per person. Tel 01225 374 446.
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n The Royal British Legion Women's Section are hosting an evening of Spiritual Mediumship with the Rev Rosie Bouch. Doors open 7.30pm (8pm start) at the Royal British Legion Club, Charlton Road, Keynsham, BS31 2JA. All are welcome. Tickets £5 each. To book a seat, please call Sally 0117 9862298 or pay on the door.
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n Keynsham Veggies and Vegans is a support group for the lifestyle. For chats, food, drink, info and V/Ve food events nearby, please join the
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n Why not drop into Victoria Methodist Church on the High Street for a coffee or tea break, where you will receive a warm welcome. We are open every morning, Monday to Saturday, from 10am to noon. Pop in – we would love to see you.
Monday n Yoga for Men. Keynsham Baptist Church (next to Grounded). 7-8pm. £8 per class with loyalty card available. All abilities welcome, especially any men that claim to be the most inflexible in the world! Friendly drop-in classes that focus on improving flexibility , increasing stamina and reducing stress. All equipment provided. Longwell Green class on Friday evenings. See yogadad.co.uk for details. n Keynsham Writers is a small and friendly evening support group for budding novelists serious about one day getting published. For latest event details, please visit the Facebook group: facebook.com/ groups/keynshamwriters n Key Voices, Keynsham’s friendly community choir, meet at St Dunstan’s Church, Bristol Road from 7.15pm to 9.30pm. Choir leader Maria Johnson studied music at Cambridge University and has taught music and conducted choirs in a variety of venues. Adults of all ages welcome, no experience needed. For more information, visit www.keyvoices.jimdo.com or call Karen on 01761 472708. n Tai Chi Movements for Wellbeing. Suitable for all ages and ranges of mobility. At Fear Hall, Keynsham, Mondays 2.003.00pm. For more info, contact Gareth on 07725 656963 or Gareththomas100@btinternet. com n Keynsham & Saltford Local History Society holds an illustrated talk on a topic of local interest at 7.30pm, usually on the third Monday of each month, from October to April. The venue is St Dunstan’s Catholic Church Hall, Bristol Road, Keynsham. Admission
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is free if you join the society or £4 for visitors (numbers will be limited if necessary). n Keynsham Methodist Church Victoria Women’s Guild. We are a friendly group of older ladies who enjoy the fellowship of like-minded people, a relaxed programme of talks, fun, quizzes, and occasionally lunch or tea together. Our regular Monday afternoon meetings always finish with a welcome chat over a cup of tea. Any ladies who are interested will be warmly welcomed. The Fellowship Room, Key Centre, Victoria Centre, Keynsham Methodist Church. For details, call at the Church Office or phone 0117 914 9408. n Art class at 10am to noon in the Fear Hall, Keynsham, alternate Mondays. Small friendly group, all abilities, with experienced teacher. £5.50 per session. Call 07784 839781 for more information. l n Saltford Scrabble Club meets in Saltford Hall every Monday (except bank holidays), 2-4pm. Playing for fun – all abilities. £2 per session, includes a drink. Call 01225 874259. n 50+ Light and Easy Exercise classes would welcome new members to their group. Fun, friendly and social class on Mondays, 10-11am, at Keynsham Methodist Church, Key Centre. Cost £4 per session. Contact Jenny for more details on 0117 961 3327. n Keynsham and District Lions Club meets the second Monday of every month, 7pm to 7.30pm at Saltford Hall. The group undertakes fundraising for various causes locally, nationally and internationally and supports community events. New members welcome, call 0117 9609446 or visit www.keynshamlions.org.uk. n Keynsham Bridge Club is a friendly local club which meets at 7pm, at the Fear Hall, High Street, Keynsham. We play Duplicate Bridge in a relaxed and friendly environment, and would welcome new members who have just learned to play bridge, and others looking to improve their skills and enjoy an evening of bridge. Call 01275 835583, 0117 9868400 or 0117 9862846.
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We would love to publicise your event Send details of your events and activities in the following format: WHAT IT IS WHERE IT IS WHEN IT IS Email us at: news@keynshamvoice.co.uk or call us on 07887 561567
Regular events Please inform us if there are any changes to your regular event, such as cancellation or changes in time, venue or contact details. n Keynsham Creative Writers meet on the second Monday of the month, 2.30pm to 4pm, and the fourth Monday, 7.30pm to 9.30pm. We are a small, friendly group and welcome new members of all abilities. For more details contact George on 0117 914 8654 or email george.liddell@blueyonder.co.uk. n Cardio Fit, an hour-long high energy aerobics workout, at St Mary’s Church Hall in Saltford at 7.30pm. Please contact Hannah on 07903367887 or @cardiofit on Facebook to book a class n The Women’s Section of the Royal British Legion Keynsham would be delighted to welcome new members. They meet upstairs at the RBL Club on the first Monday of each month, 7.30pm. Speakers, social events and outings. Come and meet new friends. n Keynsham Short Walks with Age UK B&NES take place every Monday morning in Keynsham. For more information call Age UK 01225 466135 or visit ageukbanes.co.uk n Keynsham Machine Knitting Club meet on the second Monday in the month at Stirling Way Community Centre, Keynsham, 2-4pm. We have two club machines to practice knitting. Help and tuition will be given to get you knitting again. We try to have at least four speakers/demonstrators a year. We are a very friendly club. Call Pat on 01454 322553.
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n WHAT’S ON n ChoirJam pop choir meets on Mondays, 7.30-9pm, at Somerdale Pavilion, Cross Road, Keynsham BS31 2FW. We sing everything from Fleetwood Mac to Adele and have a lot of fun doing it! Adults of all ages are welcome to join. We’re a friendly bunch and there’s no audition or experience necessary – you just need to be enthusiastic and to love singing. To book a free taster session, contact Emma Hutchinson on 07793 983040, email emma@choirjam.co.uk or visit www.choirjam.co.uk.
n Lovely relaxed baby and toddler group. Free entry & free snacks for kids and adults. Mondays 9.45-11.30 (except 3rd Monday of each month) in St Dunstans church hall (behind the church). Please see our facebook page for info https://www.facebook.com/StDunstans-Keynsham-Baby-ToddlerGroup-2288321904755634/
Tuesday n Beginners Pilates for Backs, Tuesday 10am, Charlton Road, Keynsham. Are you fed up from the pain in your back? Exercise classes are too fast or too strong? Suitable for beginners and people those with herniated discs. No previous experience needed. Take it at your own pace..Be kind and gentle with your body. No sit ups no crunches. Claim your Free 4 tips to a pain free back at www.yogakeynsham.com/ free Classes for Yoga, Pilates & meditation on Mon, Wed, Thur, Fri and Sunday. Youtube : Yoga and Pilates in Keynsham. Pre booking required call sandhya 07565 976 129 or visit www. yogakeynsham.com n Saltford Village Choir meets on Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm in the Wansdyke room at Saltford Hall. We would like more people to join our friendly group of singers. No audition, no need to be able to read music, just come along and enjoy singing. More details from Julie on 01225 872336. n Stay curious at Somerdale Shed! A social club for interesting people who like to do interesting things. Every Tuesday, 6pm to 9pm, at Keynsham’s Community Shed, Tiberius Road, BS31 2FH. Just drop in or see our Facebook group “Somerdale Shed” for details
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n Age UK B&NES hosts Tai Chi at Victoria Methodist Church, 2.15pm to 3.15pm, £5. For more information call Age UK 01225 466135 or visit ageukbanes.co.uk
n Sing along to your favourite rhymes at Baby Bounce & Rhyme, every Tuesday at Keynsham Library: Session 1 – 10-10.30am; Session 2 – 11-11.30am.
n Short mat bowling at Keynsham Scout hut, Ashton Way, 1pm to 4pm. All year round. Everyone welcome, first three sessions free. Please contact David Sawyer 01225 872780 for more details.
n Keynsham green drinks, every third Tuesday of the month, upstairs at The Ship Inn from 7.30pm, Temple Street. A friendly group of Keynsham residents interested in green and environmental issues, we get together monthly for a drink and a chat. New faces are welcome!
n Zumba Gold, lower impact Zumba. Ideal for over-50s, beginners. Royal British Legion, upstairs hall. Everyone welcome, and you’ll meet new people while having fun! 11.30am to 12.15pm. £3.50 per class. Contact Philomena on 07966 373089. www. zumbainbristol.co.uk n Get out, meet people, have fun and keep fit! Really informal, friendly, mixed badminton club for adults 18 to 80. Beginners court 1, previous players/ regulars courts 2,3,4. Keynsham Leisure Centre,10am-noon, £2.40. Drop in or ring Clive on 0117 986 6793. n Age UK B&NES Book Club Meets on the last Tuesday of the month,10am to 11.30am at Keynsham Library, donation £3. For more information call Age UK 01225 466135 or visit ageukbanes. co.uk n The Macular Degeneration Group meets on the second Tuesday of the month at Boots Opticians in Keynsham High Street. It is an opportunity to chat over coffee and get help and support from fellow sufferers. Call 0117 973 5292 for more details. n Keynsham Older People’s Social Group (KOPS), first Tuesday of every month, 2-4pm at Community At 67, Queens Road. New members always welcome. For more information call Age UK 01225 466135 or visit ageukbanes.co.uk n Parkinson’s Bath & District Branch, Keynsham social coffee mornings – every last Tuesday in the month. 10.30am-noon at The Talbot Inn, Bath Road, Keynsham, BS31 1NP. Open to anyone with Parkinson’s Disease, a carer or friend wishing to support those with the disease, help in a voluntary capacity, or organise fundraising events.
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n The Ship Inn Petanque Club meets between 11am and 2pm at The Ship Inn, Temple Street. n St John’s Toddler Group meets every Tuesday and Thursday during term-time from 9.45-11.30am in St John’s Church Hall, Keynsham. Children aged 0-4 years can come and play with a wide range of toys and take part in craft activities and singing every week. Refreshments included. All welcome – first session free. Contact Anais Hall on 07545 391659. n ChoirJam pop choir meets on Tuesdays 7.30-9pm at the Fear Hall in the High Street. We sing everything from Fleetwood Mac to Adele and have a lot of fun doing it! Adults of all ages are welcome to join. We’re a friendly bunch and there’s no audition or experience necessary – you just need to be enthusiastic and to love singing. To book a free taster session contact Emma Hutchinson 07793 983040, emma@choirjam.co.uk or visit www.choirjam.co.uk. n New T-Jive modern jive class. Every Tuesday 2-4pm at The Fear Hall, 30 High Street, Keynsham. Modern jive is one of the easiest partner dances to learn – based on rock’n roll but much smoother. Come on your own or with a friend or partner, there are several of us on hand to lead or follow. Tea and biscuits served. All ages and abilities, beginners especially welcome. Free first lesson. Contact Sue on 07979 740702. n Keynsham Walking Football Club on the 3G pitch at Keynsham Town Football Club, for the over65s, 10-11am. The beautiful game played a little slower – turn up and play. Call Martin on 07754 543719.
n Popular sequence dances at The Fear Hall, Keynsham, 7.30-10pm. Anyone interested in dancing is welcome, friendly atmosphere, first visit free. Call 07808 481 343 or 0117 986 4014. n Activity days at @One, St John’s Church, Keynsham. The activities are cookery or art in the morning (10am-2pm) then drama in the afternoon (2-4pm) for people with learning disabilities, £33.33 for full day, bring packed lunch. Call the Swallow office to book on 01761 414034 or email judy@ swallowcharity.org. n Saltford Floral Club meets every fourth Tuesday at 2pm in Saltford Hall. For events see our website www.saltfordfloralclub.com or contact Val Purkis (Chairman) via email valpurkis@hotmail.com or call 07931 103 387. n Fry Club Joggers run every Tuesday, meeting at 7pm in the Somerdale Pavilion foyer. We jog/ run five to seven miles around the local area. Friendly club with members from 20s to 70s. New joiners always welcome. See frysjoggers.btck.co.uk. n St Keyna Townswomen’s Guild meets on the second Tuesday of each month in the Fear Hall, Keynsham, 9.45am-11.45am. They are a friendly, outgoing group of ladies who enjoy interesting speakers and numerous sub-group outings and activities. Come along to our next meeting for a coffee/tea and biscuits.
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n Age UK B&NES’ Walking Group, variable programme, often leaving around 10am. Cost is £18 per year, which allows you to go out with any of the walking groups in the area. For more information call Age UK 01225 466135 or visit ageukbanes.co.uk n Keynsham Photowalkers meet every Wednesday from 10.30am at different places around Keynsham to explore, take photos and enjoy being outdoors. Find our Facebook page and group for details of where we’ll be each week. n Short mat bowling at Wellsway School sports centre, 7pm to 10pm. All year round, everyone welcome. First three sessions are free. Please contact David Sawyer 01225 872780 for more details.
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n WHAT’S ON n Yoga at Compton Dando Village Hall 6.30-7.45pm. Classes to develop flexibility, strength and balance in body and mind through traditional yoga practices. Small class numbers, beginners very welcome. To find out more and to book a place on the next course starting January 2020, please call or email Samantha, British Wheel of Yoga teacher, on 07814536364 Samantha. crystals@icloud.com
n Yoga for the inflexible - Fear Hall, High Street, Keynsham. 6pm. Slow down, pause, find some calm and balance with this #beginners #yoga class. Learn the poses whilst reducing stress and anxiety. We won't ask you to look like a pretzel. Suitable for complete beginners and those that feel as stiff as a board. Win a free Yoga, Pilates or Meditation in Keynsham class by visiting: https://www. facebook.com/Yogakeynsham/ Other Pilates ,Yoga and meditation classes Mon, Thur, Fri and Sunday. Visit www.yogakeynsham.com/ schedule Sandhya - 07565 976 129
n Pilates class led by Physiotherapist Kate. Suitable for beginners and improvers. St Francis Church Hall, Warwick Rd, Keynsham, Wednesday at 7.00pm. Includes free initial Pilates assessment for new clients. To book your place please call or email Kate 07518 522 292 kate@corerehab-physio.co.uk www.corerehab-physio.co.uk n The Filling Station is a Christian organisation that meets at Bristol Avon Sailing Club, Mead Lane, Saltford, BS31 3ER, on the 1st Wednesday each month (except January & August). There is a welcome for everyone, plus refreshments, worship and a talk by an invited speaker. We come together to explore the Christian faith and experience God's presence. There is no cost but donations are welcome. See www. thefillingstation.org.uk or contact Katharine on 01225 873178 for more information. n ‘Make and Mend’ at Somerdale Shed! A social club for the makers, crafters and fixer-uppers. Every Wednesday 6pm-9pm at Keynsham’s Community Shed, Tiberious Road, BS31 2FH. Just drop by the shed or see our Facebook group ‘Somerdale Shed’ for details.
Keynsham Tae Kwon-Do at Wellsway Secondary School, Keynsham www.keynshammartialarts.co.uk www.keynshamtaekwondo.co.uk
Are you looking for an activity the whole family can enjoy? Whilst the kids are having the time of their lives, you can be working out, reducing stress and having fun too! Tae Kwon-Do is a great way to get fit and learn self defence in a safe and enjoyable environment. We have classes for everyone – at any fitness level. Our membership ranges in age from 4 to over 50, in all shapes and sizes Call today on
01458 242584 01761 851217 434202 or 07976 242584
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Monday Little Leaders 4 - 7 years 6 - 7 pm Children 7 - 14 years 6.30 - 7.30 pm Adults 7 - 8 pm Thursday Children 7 - 14 years 6- 7 pm Adults 7 - 8 pm
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n Coffee and craft at Community at 67, Queens Road, 10am12.30pm. Do you enjoy crafting or like to learn new skills or teach others? All types of craft welcome, help plan trips and demonstrations. For more details, please contact Clare on 077 377 42300, email community67@gmail.com, follow us on Facebook.
4-5pm at Community At 67. Call Sheila Crocombe on 0117 986 3961.
n Keynsham Photographic Society meets at the Fear Hall at 7.30pm to enjoy all aspects of photography. We have visiting speakers; competitions; sessions to share and discuss our own photographs and opportunities to view the best amateur work from the South West. Find us online at www. keynshamphotographicsociety. co.uk.
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n ChoirJam pop choir meets on Wednesday mornings 11am12.30pm at the Fear Hall in the High Street. See Tuesday’s entry for details. n The Keynsham and Saltford branch of the British Sugarcraft Guild meets on the second Wednesday of every month, 7.15pm, at the Wick House Community Hall, Wick House Close, Saltford. Cake decorating demonstrations, workshops for all to join in, please just come along. Contact Iris Seymour on 01275 834233 for more information. n Keynsham Good Afternoon Choir with music man Grenville Jones, 2-4pm at Victoria Methodist Church. No auditions and great songs with the accent on fun and friendship. £4 per session, come and meet us. Call 01761 472468 or visit www.goodafternoonchoir. org n Baby Comes Too meets every Wednesday afternoon, in term time, from 1.15pm to 2.45pm upstairs in the Key Centre, Keynsham. All carers with children aged 0-4 years are welcome! We have a home corner, dressing up, books, jigsaws, plenty of play vehicles, Peppa Pig toys and lots more! Refreshments are included. £1 per family per week. Please join us, the first session is free! See www.babycomestoo.btck. co.uk. n Maths At 67, a small after-school fun maths club for Years 5 and 6 runs on Wednesdays in term time,
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n Community At 67 Scrabble Club meets on Wednesday of each week from 2-4pm. New members welcome, ring 0773 774 2300 or come along. Meets at 67 Queens Road, Keynsham. n Music For The Mind at St Dunstan’s Church Hall on the second and fourth Thursday of each month, from 10.30am to noon. Free entry. Open to all who have been diagnosed with dementia, with a carer if needed. Call Keynsham Dementia Action Alliance on 0117 983 7923. n Avon Valley Artists (formerly Saltford Art Club) meet weekly between 10am and noon at the Church Hall, Saltford Village. Any medium and all levels. New members welcome. Contact Peter Ward, 4 Old Vicarage Green, 0117 949 2893 / 07756 855507 or email peterandjenny@blueyonder.co.uk. n Badminton club – join a friendly club who play at Broadlands Academy on Thursday evenings, 7pm until 9pm. Contact Joan on 01761453169. n Short mat bowling at Keynsham Scout hut, Ashton Way, 1pm to 4pm. All year round. Everyone welcome, first three sessions free. Contact David Sawyer on 01225 872780 for more details. n Saltford Sewing Group for clothes sewers of all ages and skills, sharing ideas and techniques and creating classic and unique garments. Group is held on Thursday afternoons. Contact June on 01225 872304 for more information. n Listen to stories and rhymes for youngsters at Story Time every Thursday during term time at Keynsham Library, 10-10.30am. n Age UK B&NES’ Walking Group, meets twice a month on a Thursday morning, currently has spaces for new walkers. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people, exercise in the fresh air and discover your surrounding area whilst being led by trained and friendly volunteers. For more information call Age UK 01225 466135 or visit ageukbanes.co.uk
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n WHAT’S ON n ASP Poetry Circle meets on the third Thursday of each month, from 7.30-8.30pm at Broadlands Academy. Free entry, bring a couple of poems, your own or by another poet, to share. Contact Mary Lambert on 0117 986 2257 or email mandd@gentlyblown.co.uk. Visit http://totallymaracas.btck. co.uk/ASPPoets. n St John’s Toddler Group meets every Tuesday and Thursday during term-time between 9.45am and 11.30am in St John’s Church Hall, Keynsham. Children 0-4 years can come and play with a wide range of toys and take part in craft activities and singing. Refreshments included. All welcome – first session free. Call Anais Hall on 07545 391659. n Over 50 and love playing football but maybe not the 11 a side game? Well, why not try Walking Football? Keynsham AJN Walking Club meet on Thursday nights to suit those still working during the day. We start at 8pm and play for an hour on a superb 3G pitch. Contact Gary Hardwell on 07429 376581 for more details. £4 a session which guarantees a great time. Studded boots please. n Somerset Morris Dancers meet 8-10pm at Marksbury Village Hall. We are a women’s side and dance West Country Stave Dances and Cotswold Morris. New musicians welcome, male and female, at 7.30pm. Call Jill on 01761 470773 for more information. n Painting for pleasure club, we meet Thursday afternoons from 2-4pm at Saltford Hall. Contact Eileen on 01225 873224.
Friday
n Keynsham Table Tennis Club, for ages 12 to adult, at the Somerdale Pavilion, 6pm-9pm. Equipment provided. £3 members and £4 nonmembers.
little slower – turn up and play. Call Martin on 07754 543719. l n Yoga at Queen Charlton Village Hall 9.30-10.45am. Classes to develop flexibility, strength and balance in body and mind through traditional yoga practices. Small class numbers, beginners very welcome. To find out more and to book a place on the next course starting January 2020, please call or email Samantha, British Wheel of Yoga teacher, on 07814536364 Samantha.crystals@icloud.com n Tea ‘n’ Tots meets 9.30-11.30am every Friday morning during term time in Keynsham Baptist Church hall. Free drop-in for babies, toddlers and their carers, with toys, craft, stories and singing. For more information call the church on 0117 986 3112. n AMEO provides fellowship and activities for those living on their own. Open to all denominations or to those with no affiliations. We meet for coffee (10am-noon) at Victoria Methodist Church on the first Friday of the month. Come for coffee or call the Church Office on 0117 914 9408 or Christopher Bailey on 01225 872784. n Pilates class led by Physiotherapist Kate Suitable for beginners and improvers St Francis Church Hall, Warwick Rd, Keynsham Fridays at 10.00am. £48 for 6 week block of classes including free initial Pilates assessment for new clients. To book your place please call or email Kate 07518 522 292 kate@corerehab-physio.co.uk www.corerehab-physio.co.uk
n The Friday Afternoon Club meets at Keynsham Royal British Legion Club, Charlton Road, 3pm to 5pm, on the third Friday of the month. Craft activities to create an art installation as part of Keynsham in Bloom’s displays. Activities include board games, quizzes and chat.
n Chew Park Badminton Club serves the B&NES and South Glos areas. It plays on Fridays, 7.3010.30pm at St Brendan’s School, Broomhill Road, Brislington. Visitors looking to play competitive badminton in a friendly club are welcome. Email chewparkbc@ outlook.com or ring Mary on 07989 359762.
n Keynsham Walking Football Club on the 3G pitch at Keynsham Town Football Club, 10-11am. The beautiful game played a
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to sing, just love music! Keynsham sessions are at The Key Centre on the second and last Friday of every month, 2-3pm. Saltford Goldies session are at Kingfisher Lodge Care Centre, Chestnut Walk on the third Friday of every month, 2-3pm. £2 voluntary donation to attend.
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n Somerdale Pavilion Parkrun, 9am, every Saturday. A free timed 5km run – register at www.parkrun.org. uk/somerdalepavilion/ n Free Turn Up and Play Football Sessions for children aged between five and 16 with physical, sensory and learning difficulties, 9am to10am at Keynsham Town FC. Contact Martin on 07754 543719. n Weekend Wellness Saturdays, 10-11am, free (funded by the Wellbeing College) at Timeout, Keynsham. Visit www. yogakeynsham.com or email Yogakeynsham@gmail.com for details. n Salt and Sham Cycle Club’s weekly 45km ride around Chew Valley Lake, starting at Ashton Way car park in Keynsham at 7am and ending at Keynsham Cricket Club for refreshments. Visit www. saltandsham.co.uk for more details. n Keynsham has a community veg plot to share. Anyone who would like to grow vegetables but doesn’t know how, doesn’t have a garden or just loves gardening and wants to meet other like-minded people can come along to the plot from 10.30am on the first Saturday of the month. You’ll find us behind the cafe in Keynsham Memorial Park. Call Aileen on 07854 149008. n Who Let the Dads Out, 1011.30am, third Saturday of the month. St John’s Church Hall, Keynsham. For dads, grandads, male carers and preschool kids. Bacon butties, toys, great coffee. Follow us on Twitter @ keynshamwltdo.
Sunday
n Tai chi classes return to the park. 9am every Sunday in all weathers. Contact 07731 198890 or taichikeynsham@outlook.com n Walks for single people. Solo Rendezvous walk every Sunday in the area, starting at 11am. Please phone for walk details: 01454 775508 or 01454 774984.
n Free social runs for ladies. Meet Sunday 8am at the top of Chandos Road where it meets Station Road. Warm-up, social run of 30 to 45 minutes and cool down. For details, see www.thismumruns. co.uk/bath
n NEWS Sing for peace A KEYNSHAM community choir is to perform at a concert to mark the anniversary of VE Day – 75 years after peace was declared in Europe at the end of the Second World War. Choirjam will be joined at the Sing for Peace event by Bristol Military Wives Choir and the RAF Spitfires Choir, as well as ChoirJam’s live band. All profits from the event on Friday May 8 at St John’s Church will go to forces charities Combat Stress and the SSAFA. More information and details of how to buy tickets will appear in the April edition of Keynsham Voice.
Operetta date
GILBERT & Sullivan's Trial By Jury will be staged at Keynsham Baptist Church, High Street, on Saturday February 22 at 7pm. The Stasima Theatre Company production will help to support the work of Keynsham and Saltford Dementia Action Alliance. A light supper at the interval is included in the £10 admission. Buy tickets through www.ticketsource. co.uk/trialbyjury or reserve via dementiafriendlykeynsham@ gmail.com.
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THESE striking scenes of parts of Keynsham underwater were captured after torrential rain fell last month. The view above, across the fields from the Chocolate Quarter, was captured by Michael Trotman. He also took the photograph on the right from the bridge over the River Avon, looking towards the Chocolate Quarter. The scenes below were taken by Barry Pocock around the area of the Lock Keeper pub.
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CHILDREN at St John’s Primary School in Keynsham are being inspired by rockets, planets and the moon for their topic about space. To blast off into the theme, pupils in reception class dressed up in space clothes and spent a day learning and experimenting with rockets. A local physics teacher visited the school to show the children how rockets could be launched high above the playground. A rocket, made from a bottle filled with water, was launched
Pupils blast off into space topic
using a bike pump, special valve and lots of energy. Pupils used their numeracy and literacy skills to describe how high the rocket went. Back in the classroom, they were able to make and launch their own smaller rockets using straws, pipettes and their breath. During the day, children conducted their own investigation - by dropping “meteorites” onto a surface like
the moon, they could see how craters of different sizes could be formed. And a clear evening and the appearance of Venus in the sky allowed them to put their new-found passion for space into practice. “I actually saw a planet,” said one excited pupil. l St John’s welcomes many volunteers who enrich children’s school life, some by listening to them read, others by helping
with arts and crafts or cooking, or running a club after school. The school is also looking for governors, whose role is to support and challenge the headteacher and ensure that children are encouraged to succeed in all areas of education. If you would like to volunteer at this friendly, vibrant school, please contact the school or email enquiries@ stjohnskeynsham.co.uk
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ast month, the Prime Minister wrote to the First Minister of Scotland, Nicola Sturgeon, following a formal request from her office to Downing Street asking for a second referendum on Scottish independence. In 2014, a referendum took place asking Scots whether they would like to remain part of the United Kingdom (UK). On September 19, the result revealed that 55 per cent of those eligible to vote chose to stay in the UK, leaving the chief counting officer to state: "It is clear that the majority of people voting have voted ‘No’ to the referendum question." The referendum in 2014 was supposed to be a “once in a generation” vote, and the Scottish people voted decisively to keep the United Kingdom just that – united. This was even ratified under the Edinburgh Agreement by both the Scottish and UK Governments committed to maintaining unity. The result was democratic and akin to the referendum on leaving the European Union (EU) - the outcome cannot and should not be undermined. The Prime Minister is correct to point out to the First Minister that another independence referendum would ‘continue the political stagnation that Scotland has seen for the last decade’. Schools, hospitals and jobs have been ‘left behind’ owing to certain politicians’ unending desire to separate Scotland from the UK. This is wrong and unfair. It is in the both the UK’s and Scotland’s interest for it to remain united, especially as we enter into the withdrawal process from the EU with only prosperity and opportunity ahead of us. It is not just about historical ties. The UK is one country and better off for it.
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PEOPLE in Keynsham are invited to take part in this year’s World Day of Prayer. The international inter-church event in March involves a service prepared by women of a different country each year. This year’s day of prayer is being prepared by the women of Zimbabwe with the theme of “Rise, take up your mat and walk”, for which people of all ages will be encouraged to act in pursuit of peace and reconciliation. The event will begin in Samoa. Prayer in native languages will then travel throughout the world, finishing in American Samoa more than 36 hours later. In Keynsham, the service rotates between the churches in the High Street, and this year it will be in Keynsham Baptist Church at 2pm on Friday March 6. Everyone is welcome - women, men and children of all faiths and none. There will be refreshments after the service.
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n KEYNSHAM AMATEUR SWIMMING CLUB
Championship swimmers' great start KEYNSHAM Amateur Swimming Club got off to a flying start at the Somerset ASA County Championships 2020, winning plenty of medals on the opening day of competition. Club athletes swam in both individual and team relay events on January 19. It’s a huge achievement for the young swimmers to qualify for the championships in the first place. To so, they had to compete at many open meets across the region from January to December to gain the required qualifying time for their age group. The hard work these youngsters put in should not be underestimated - they train for anything from seven to 22 hours per week, with next to no time off for Christmas, and a very short summer break. Day one was held at Millfield School Swimming Pool in Street. The schedule was made up of team relays and 100m individual medleys. Laura B (11), Jess L (14) and Georgia G (16) all qualified in their heat to go through to their respective age group final of the 100m individual medley. Both Jess and Georgia went on to win silver medals and Laura won a bronze medal. Keynsham put out a number of relay teams, with swimmers aged 11-21 competing for them. The 10-12-year-old girls’ team won bronze in the 200m medley. Team members Daisy O (backstroke), Lilly B (breaststroke), Laura B (butterfly) and Seanna E (freestyle) put in a fantastic performance to win third place. They also finished in 5th place in the 200m freestyle later in the day. The 13-14-year-old girls (Lehana E, Jess L, Izzy N and Liv J) also won bronze medals in their 200m freestyle. Our senior swimmers were also in medalwinning positions, with the mixed 200m freestyle team of Jasper Lye, Ella R, Zach Derrick and Georgia G coming in third. Jasper and Zach later teamed up with Sam Lawton and Sam M to won bronze in the boys 200m Medley. Zach, Jasper and Sam M coach our regional potential swimmers. “It’s so inspirational for the younger swimmers to see their coaches compete, which is why Zach, Jasper and Sam are such valuable members of Keynsham Amateur Swimming Club,” said Tanya Oliver, KASC team manager. “I believe it’s important for the swimmers to know that their coaches understand and enjoy competitive swimming themselves.” The counties run every weekend from January 19 until February 9. In the next issue of Keynsham Voice, we’ll update you on the full results from the championships. n With the Tokyo Olympics coming up this year, swimming, along with other sports, will see an increased uptake amongst children. Keynsham Amateur Swimming Club often becomes full to capacity by the end of an
Successful Keynsham swimmers in the 10-12 200m individual medley (from left to right) Daisy O, Laura B, Lilly B and Seanna E
The mixed 200m freestyle team of (from left to right) Jasper Lye, Georgia G, Zach Derrick and Ella R. Right, Jess L and Sam Lawton Olympic year. They would encourage you to book your child’s space on the waiting list for a trial, which will be held next month when they return to the newly refurbished Keynsham Leisure Centre swimming pool. They will be trialling children who are competent swimmers aged 7 and over. Contact thea.beament@keynshamswimming. club if you are interested, or alternately, you can enquire via their Facebook page.
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n BACK TO NATURE
How we can act to safeguard future of with Avon Wildlife Trust Keynsham Group
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he first AWT Keynsham group meeting of the decade was entitled “A Wilder Future for Avon”, and provoked an unprecedented level of thought and discussion, writes chairman Dave Sage. The joint speakers couldn’t have been more appropriate: Ian Barrett, chief executive of Avon Wildlife Trust, and Amy Coulthard, trust director of conservation. Ian spoke first, painting a depressing picture of high levels of biodiversity loss over the last 50 years, globally, nationally and locally. For example, in the last 40-50 years, the UK has lost 95% of its hedgehogs, 80% of its hares and huge numbers of nesting birds. In the “Avon” area, we have lost 96% of our starlings and 96% of our swifts. He discussed the reasons for these catastrophic declines: a huge decrease in insect populations, which form the basis of many food chains, particularly for birds; human population increase; farming, hunting and other land uses which restrict wildlife populations; pollution, particularly of freshwater with agricultural run-off of fertilisers, slurry and pesticides; climate change; and the introduction of invasive species such as mink, signal crayfish, Japanese knotweed and rhododendrons. Ian explained the need for a big increase in the range of habitats available for wildlife, through a variety of means including de-intensification of farming and a return to more traditional practices. In the past, Britain was home to wild aurochs (a type of cow), wild boar, ponies, beavers, bears and wolves, all of which shaped the landscape and prevented succession of vegetation to
Ian Barrett explaining the need for a big increase in the range of habitats available for wildlife, at the AWT Keynsham group meeting
a climax community of mixed deciduous woodland. The loss of these animals, together with intensive farming and excess application of pesticides throughout the mid to late 20th century, has considerably reduced the diversity of habitats, so it is no surprise much of our wildlife has vanished. Indeed, there is evidence that we could be heading for the sixth major global extinction event. This loss has serious implications for human wellbeing. For example, three-quarters of our
food is pollinated by insects. In some parts of China, the situation is so bad that pear trees have to be laboriously pollinated by hand. Amy followed up with some good news. She outlined some initiatives which are already starting to bring benefits and reverse the downward trend. The Nature Recovery Network proposed by the Wildlife Trusts is heavily involved in habitat conservation and restoration, in showing that more wildlife-friendly farming need not be at the expense of crop yields and profits - the two
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are not mutually exclusive. Hence, there needs to be robust government legislation to reward those that adopt these practices, and fine heavily those who continue to overuse pesticides and artificial fertilisers. We also need to continue to “green up” our towns and cities, and greatly increase the engagement of people with wildlife. Even the smallest of gardens can be developed to encourage more wildlife to visit. Species expansions and re-introductions are now becoming more commonplace - otters and red kites are increasing dramatically, and beavers, pine martens (most recently reintroduced into the Forest of Dean), cranes, ospreys and white-tailed eagles are all on the verge of making comebacks in some parts of the country. These will be greatly enhanced if we can join up fragmented areas of wildlife habitats by establishing “corridors” along which animals can move and disperse. Ian and Amy summed up the inspiring evening by repeating what Mark Carwardine had emphasised at his talk in November: the key to halting species extinction and climate emergencies is robust government legislation. They urged us to take action at home, to take action in the local community and above all to write to our local MPs to highlight just how vital the next 10-20 years are in shaping the future of our planet. For more information on the Nature Recovery Network, check out https://www.wildlifetrusts. org/nature-recovery-network n Our next event is on Friday February 14, with a talk by Rob Acton-Campbell about Troopers Hill, a fine example of an urban local nature reserve, an important green space in the heart of Bristol now in its 25th year, and working to achieve many of the aims of the trust. The events runs from 7.30pm to 9.30pm, with doors open at 7pm, at the Baptist Church Hall, High Street, Keynsham, BS31 1DS. All are welcome - adults £2.50, under-16s £1. For more information, contact keynshamawt@gmail.com or phone Kathy on 07850 508702.
The European brown bear Ursus arctos arctos – animals like these once helped to shape Britain’s landscape. Below, the pine marten - Martes martes – has been reintroduced into the Forest of Dean Photos: Martin Farrell
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New coach for tennis club SALTFORD Lawn Tennis Club is starting the new year with a new coach from Team Bath. Francesca Beg will be running coaching sessions for all ages and abilities on Monday and Wednesday afternoons and evenings, and Saturday mornings. For those who want to get fit and learn a new sport, or who haven’t played for a while, the club has an adult beginners’ class on Monday evenings which teaches the basics of the game. If you want to improve your technique, the club has an intermediate adult class, also on Monday evenings. In addition to the mini and junior classes, the club has a girls-only junior session on Wednesday evenings to encourage more girls to play sport. The club is now launching new membership and introductory coaching offers, more of which can be found on its website www. saltfordtennisclub.co.uk. The club plays all winter and runs social sessions throughout the week. Anyone interested is welcome to come along to a club session for a free game and a chat.
Cash from laughs BELLY Laughs - an evening of pizza and comedy at B Block pizza in Keynsham’s Chocolate Quarter – has raised more than £2,000 for Bristol charity the Julian Trust. Set up by Bristolian comic Mark Olver, Belly Laughs sees top comedy talent tour the Bristol area’s small independent food establishments throughout January raising money for the charity, which helps homeless people.
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n 1st KEYNSHAM SCOUTS
Jackie Mackenzie is cheered by her Pack as she receives her award from Tina Curtis, District Commissioner for Wansdyke District Scouts
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eaders from across 1st Keynsham Scouts headed to Scout HQ for an annual gettogether of training activities and an awards ceremony. There were some bleary eyes on the frosty Sunday morning, but the waft of coffee and bacon ensured a good turnout. There are more than 80 volunteer leaders who make up 1st Keynsham Scouts, from all ages and backgrounds – doing everything from making the teas, running wide games and leading activities such as caving. The day provided the opportunity of putting faces to names, as well as refreshing knowledge and skills, and collaborating on new ideas for each age group – and the end of January was the ideal time to gather everyone to share news for the upcoming year. The gathering also gave a glimpse of what might be ahead for Scouting in Keynsham,
Honoured - pictured left to right are Paul Benn, Ken Hunter, Neal Harris, Becky Harris and Will Harris including making the most of the Chelwood campsite and how to make Scouting more sustainable and environmentally friendly. It was also a day to show appreciation to everyone who helps deliver Scouting to young people in Keynsham. A total of 25 people were awarded Good Service Awards in recognition of their contribution - such as Neal Harris and Jackie
Mackenzie (Award for Merit for at least 10 years of outstanding service) and John Balcombe (Bar to the Award for Merit for 15 years of outstanding service). Two particular leaders, Angela Sheppard and Dave Lloyd, were also awarded the Silver Acorn for 20 years of distinguished service – one of the highest-level awards in Scouting. They will therefore be invited to a special parade and
service at Windsor Castle in April by gift of Her Majesty the Queen. We look forward to catching up with them then. n Ever thought about volunteering? There are plenty of roles to get stuck into across the troops, as well as roles behind the scenes. If you have a specific skill or hobby you’d like to share, then perhaps one of the activity teams is right for you - there’s everything from climbing, crafting and caving to watersports. n After the success of November’s clay pigeon shoot, another weekend will be held on March 28-29. Spaces are already filling up, so email claypigeon@1stkeynshamscouts.org. uk to book your places. n Every volunteer has a unique skillset that makes them brilliant. Discover yours at 1st Keynsham Scouts. Contact scouts@1stkeynshamscouts.org. uk or ring 07714 237525 to lend a hand.
n NEWS Chance to try out new craft FANCY learning a new skill? If so, why not try the art and craft workshops being held by the Cam Valley Arts Trail Group at Timsbury. On Saturday February 29, the group will run a day of workshops at the Conygre Hall. Workshops will cover calligraphy for beginners, lino cutting and printing,
botanical ceramics, willow dragonflies, acrylic painting, and an introduction to silver jewellery. Any profit made will help to fund free taster art sessions at village events at the group’s annual arts trail. To book, visit the group’s contact page at http://www.camvalleyartstrail.co.uk l Pictured, a visitor making a willow basket at a workshop last year.
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BOOKS OF THE MONTH with Judith Thomas from Keynsham Library Adult Fiction
Riders Jilly Cooper The BBC is highlighting The 100 Novels That Shaped Our World, and February’s theme is Love and Romance. One of the novels highlighted is Riders by Jilly Cooper. I read this during my summer holidays and it was a great, fun read. It is the first book starring Jilly Cooper’s intriguing and flawed hero Rupert CampbellBlack and follows his showjumping career and his rivalry with Jake Lovell. Their feud follows the competitions around Europe and leads finally to the Los Angeles Olympics. Jilly Cooper researches her stories with great detail, so you are immersed in the world of horses and showjumping. Be warned once started, I can guarantee you will be unable to put this book down.
Murder at the Lighthouse Frances Evesham reviewed by Hilary Cox, Library Assistant, Midsomer Norton Library “Cosy crime, murder mysteries, clever animals and cake - come to Exham-on-Sea, a seaside town in Somerset.” Although a murder takes place, this is still a charming and comfy story. It bowls along the lanes and streets of a sleepy Somerset
village, with a colourful parade of characters. Although I found them a slight distraction, as they’d remind me of my own neighbours or acquaintances, they all rubbed along and contributed to the tale. I enjoyed the setting, in rural Somerset, with the sandy beaches, rolling hills and open farmland. It was slightly odd to have familiar place names woven into the storytelling, but that was also its charm. A book full of whimsy, cakes, borrowed dogs, and an almost incidental murder, it is driven with a light, entertaining touch. It certainly lives up to its genre of Cosy Crime and is pleasingly delightful. Adult Non Fiction
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Watership Down is the emotive tale of a colony of rabbits forced to flee their warren. It follows the story of their journey, fraught with the impalpable air of danger. However, more foreboding than the traumatic journey is the difficulty of finding and digging a new home, and the task of finding more rabbits to fill it. An outstanding tale of determination, loyalty, friendship and territorial rivalry. A classic everyone will enjoy. Library News All Bath & North East Somerset libraries have a successful social media presence and are buzzing with community groups, activities and events. Never miss a thing by following our social media accounts at www.facebook.com/ BathnesLibraries1 and www. instagram.com/bathnes_libraries Sing along to your favourite rhymes at Baby Bounce & Rhyme, now every Tuesday during term time at Keynsham Library: Session 1 – 10.00-10.30am Session 2 – 11.00-11.30am Come and listen to stories and rhymes at Story Time every Thursday during term time at the library from 10.00-10.30am.
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Matt Long gets Keynsham ’s second goal during the six-goal thriller with Bridport FEBRUARY will be an exciting month for Keynsham Town fans as they look forward to three local derbies. Only one is at home, to Bitton, but the other two are within a couple of miles of the AJN Stadium, against Cadbury Heath and Brislington. The Ks defeated Cadbury Heath 3-1 in December, coming back from 1-0 down thanks to an Adey Harvey double and another from Jordan Anstey. With Keynsham 2-1 up at half-time and needing the three points to avoid being sucked into a relegation place, the fog which had been drifting around the ground all evening descended and put the game in jeopardy. Luckily referee Craig Scriven allowed an extended interval for it to clear, which it obligingly did, and the home fans saw the three points secured. Later in the month Keynsham faced the then leaders of the Premier Division, Bradford Town, little expecting the day to bring much reward. However, the Ks’ best performance of the season saw them victorious. Again, coming from behind, Matt Brown supplied the equaliser and Craig Wilson a double to send the near 100 away supporters back to Wiltshire thinking that three easy points to maintain their title challenge had been thrown away. Keynsham faced two more
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Goalkeeper Ash Clark and Keynsham’s No 4 Mike Grist defend against a Bridport attack high-flying teams early in 2020. They travelled to Devon to face Tavistock, only going down to the odd goal in three, then four days later faced Plymouth Parkway at home. Plymouth’s recent run of form has seen them overtake Bradford Town at the top of the table and also advance into the last 16 of the Buildbase FA Vase. On the night, Plymouth were clearly the best team to have visited the AJN Stadium this season, but Keynsham were not overwhelmed and only slipped to a 3-0 defeat. On January 18, Bridport were the visitors and an exciting game saw six goals scored. The Ks went 2-0 up before half-time thanks to goals from Matt Brown and Matt Long but were stunned when the Dorset club brought the scores level
midway through the second period. Some astute substitutions by manager John Allen re-invigorated his team and two more goals from the two Matts led to a well-deserved victory, 4-2. Apart from visiting Cadbury Heath in February, Keynsham welcome local rivals Bitton to the AJN on the 15th. Bitton’s league form has been disappointing this season, but they, like Plymouth Parkway, have progressed to the last 16 of the FA Vase. Another short journey up the A4 will see Keynsham meet Brislington, hoping to avenge the slender 1-0 defeat they suffered at their hands at the start of the season. A month with four away
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matches also includes a trip across Bristol, to Cribbs, and a longer jaunt into Somerset to play Wellington. Forthcoming fixtures n Sat Feb 1: Cribbs (Away) n Sat Feb 8: Cadbury Heath (Away at Springfield, Cadbury Heath Road) – kick-off 3pm n Sat Feb 15: Bitton (Home) kick-off 3pm n Tue Feb 18: Brislington (Away at Ironmould Lane) – kick-off 7.30pm n Wed Feb 26: Wellington (Away) All fixtures are subject to change so please check on the league web site (toolstationleague.com) before travelling to a match. Mike Slucutt
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Welcome back, Barts! Ace striker rejoins club PROLIFIC striker Kerry Bartlett has re-signed for Keynsham Town LFC. She has returned after a brief spell at Cheltenham Town, where she scored ten times in eight games. Kerry was Keynsham’s all-time top scorer last season, with 63 goals, helping the club to win promotion to tier three of the pyramid, the FA Women’s National League Southern Premier Division. Kerry said: “It feels great to be back. I know it won’t be easy in the Premier, but I’m looking forward to the challenge and playing with this group of girls again.” Keynsham manager Barrie Newton said: “Barts coming back is the best news we have had all season. We have found the step-up to the Premier a big one, but we are determined to retain our status and our main problem has been scoring goals. “We will now have a proven goal scorer up front, which will make so much difference. All the players were excited by the news and it has given everyone a boost, as so many of them know exactly how Kerry wants the ball. It will be great to watch the Lorton-Bartlett interplay again. They were almost telepathic last season.”
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Weaver makes amends with last-gasp IT was a dismal day with a sodden pitch, and Keynsham travelled to Newent on December 21 with a much understrength side, as evinced by the fact that veteran prop forwards were starters and coach Matt Dew was called into action from the subs’ bench. The home side looked like overpowering Keynsham in the first 20 minutes, but the defence restricted Newent to one unconverted try. Newent then missed opportunities by opting to tapand-go penalties with kickable penalties offered. Then two penalties from Keynsham’s Dean Weaver saw Keynsham finish the half a point clear at 5-6. In the second half, Keynsham’s self-belief grew. A head injury to Kieran Etheridge saw Ryan Harding switch to front row from the second row and the aforementioned Dew crawled into the second row. Newent retook the lead from a penalty, then Weaver replied to make it 8-9. Keynsham got the chance to seal the game with a penalty in front of the posts, but Weaver made a hash of it. But at the last gasp, Weaver made up for this miss by slotting a beauty from near the touchline. Phew! 12-8 and 4 league points. n Both sides came out of the trap firing on all cylinders when Keynsham travelled to Newton Abbott on January 4. Early-doors the ‘All Whites’ were penalised at a ruck and Sam Challenger kicked over from 10 metres.
Keynsham in action against Newport (above, below and opposite) during a closely fought encounter The home side were straight back on the attack. In or around Keynsham’s 22 they opted to go for the corner rather than a shot at goal. The defence yielded another penalty, with the same result, but the defence held and when offered a third penalty they went for goal and equalised through their centre, Sweeney. Keynsham bounced back when a cross kick to Marlon Dorset led to fly half Dean Weaver
touching down in the corner - the conversion failed. After 25 minutes, Sweeney made it 6-8 with a penalty. Five minutes later, stand-off Allen touched down for an unconverted try. No8 Mackin added a second try to make it 16-8. Then Matt Carr struck back with the try he deserved to leave just 3 points in it at the end of an exciting half. A knock-on from the kick-off was a sign of things to come. Five minutes in, still under pressure
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from the first error, another converted penalty made it 19-13. Then Joe Clements barged his way over for a try - 19-18. Bryden Tanner replaced Dean Bodman at this stage. Probably the decisive point in the game came in the 15th minute when the home side’s winger, Davey, intercepted on the halfway line and just had the legs to get across the whitewash for a converted try. Ten minutes later, another converted try opened
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winner for the Ks up a 15-point gap - scorer Allen, conversion Sweeney. A second try by Matt Carr gave the visitors brief hope at 33-23 but despite another jinking run by Carr that was the end of the scoring. This win was the first of the season for Newton Abbott and they deserved it. A try bonus was just about what we were worth on the day. n Keynsham hosted North Petherton on January 11. A forced reshuffle meant veterans Bodman and Tanner continued in the front row, a new back row formation was in place, and the backs were switched about. We went 5 points down when the Petherton left wing chipped through for a try by the right wing. After 28 minutes gone, more rubbish tackling allowed swift transferral of the ball to the right winger to touch down for his second try. Five minutes before half time Bodman yielded to Darren Uren in the front row and on the whistle, Dorset was yellowcarded for an alleged deliberate knock-on. At half time the score was just 15-0 - it could well have been double that, as the visitors had enjoyed over 80 per cent possession and territory. Within a minute of the re-start Peterton were 3 more points ahead from a penalty. A brief spark from the Ks saw bursts by Joe Clements, Matt Carr and Cieran Chester bring a chance of a try to Carr, which he gratefully accepted. But a try by the visitors’ other winger, converted, opened up an 18-point gap. To shake things up, Bodman returned for Tanner and Joe Concannon came on for Josh Clayfield. Keynsham scored a second try from a blind-side move at a line-out, Josh Woodman the scorer. A contratemp between two wingers saw Carr and his opposite number side-lined for 10 minutes. The substitute visitors’ hooker scored their final try. Final score 10-30 - an absolute disaster for Keynsham. n Keynsham’s visit to Sidmouth on January 18 was a cracker - two evenly matched sides going hammer and tongs at each other. After 8 minutes,
loose play saw the ball break to Sidmouth scrum half Cameron Grainger, who slipped it to the supporting full back Sam Meadham to score; unconverted. Eight minutes later, a pass from Ks centre Ollie Conybeare split the defence and left-wing Matt Carr sprinted in from 25 metres to dive over for a try at the corner (unconverted) to make it 5-5. On 20 minutes the visitors edged in front with a penalty from Sam Challenger. This was equalised by a penalty by Dan Retter, the home stand-off. On the 30-minute mark, Chiefs wing-forward Rabbie Hansford squeezed over for another un-converted try. Five minutes from half-time, a Keysham scrum drove Sidmouth fully 10 metres before they were awarded a penalty, converted by Challenger. Keynsham’s mistakes, mainly un-forced, had led to all the home side's points - 13-11. The second half started with Briden Tanner taking over at prop for Phil Harvey. After 17 minutes, a break by the home centre from a retreating scrum saw Grainger in support and he shot through from 20-plus metres for Sidmouth’s third try, converted by Retter. A yellow card followed for a home side player and Keynsham capitalised in the 21st minute - a catch and drive from a line-out 15 metres out saw winger Rob Breckon join the maul, secure the ball and get driven over for a try, converted by Challenger. Now the score was 20-18 and Harvey returned to replace Ryan Harding and Joe Clements for Jack Josham. A Rutter penalty stretched the lead to 5 points and Dan Moody replaced Conybeare in the centre. A great last-minute tackle by Cieran Chester saved a Chiefs’ try but with 8 minutes left Rutter missed a penalty opportunity. From here it was all Keynsham. A break, kick and chase by Breckon put the Ks well into the home 22, but despite several penalties and scrums in the `red zone` the visitors were unable to get the equalising score. Truly superb defence by Sidmouth saved the day for a really tight win.
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Oh, what a night for players! THE Christmas lights had been put in place and the tree erected in the clubhouse to welcome members of Keynsham Bowls Club to their Christmas party. Everybody was in their best attire, many wearing Christmas hats, to listen and in some cases dance to the music of The Two of Clubs duo. During the interval, the 70 members present enjoyed turkey and mince pies, washed down with mulled wine, all of which was prepared by the club’s social
committee. Our picture shows some of the ladies letting their hair down whilst The Two of Clubs were playing, having been invited back following their successful evening the previous year. As we sang along to such songs as the Four Seasons hit December, 1963 (Oh, What a Night), the message was still appropriate some 56 years later. Everyone left looking forward to Christmas 2020, when again they will be entertained by The Two of Clubs.
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BUILDING PLANS
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Development Services ‡˜‡Ž‘’Â?‡Â?– ‡”˜‹…‡• Building Plans Ͳ͚͚͝͝ ͺ͜͡;ͳ; ƒ‹Ž Â?’†•̡Š‘–Â?ƒ‹ŽǤ…‘Ǥ—
• Professional reliable service • Qualified engineers • Bench marked digital aerials • Friendly and efficient • Residential & Business • Fault finding (signal analysis) • Freesat & Freesat HD Installations • Sky, Sky+ & Sky HD Installations • Family run business • Integrated Reception Systems (IRS) • IRS Sky Q Upgrades
Tel: 01761 462804 or Mob: 07890 700 932
Plans Drawn for: —‹Ž†‹Â?‰ ŽƒÂ?• • House Extensions • Loft Conversions • New Buildings ŽƒÂ?• ”ƒ™Â? ˆ‘” ‘—•‡ š–‡Â?•‹‘Â?•ǥ ‘ˆ– ‘Â?˜‡”•‹‘Â?• ƒÂ?† ‡™ —‹Ž†‹ —‹Ž†‹Â?‰ ‡‰—Žƒ–‹‘Â? ŽƒÂ?•Ǥ ÂŽÂŽ –›’‡• ‘ˆ —‹Ž†‹Â?‰ ‘”Â?•ǥ ‘Â?–ƒ…– ‹Â?‡ • Building Regulation Plans ͺ͜͡;ͳ; ˆ‘” ˆƒ•– ˆ”‹‡Â?†Ž› ƒÂ?† ”‡Ž‹ƒ„Ž‡ •‡”˜‹…‡Ǥ ƒ‹Ž Â?’†•̡Š‘–Â?ƒ‹ŽǤ…
All types of Building Works
Contact Mike on
07799 845313
for fast friendly and reliable service E: mpds@hotmail.co.uk
BATHROOMS
BUILDING SERVICES
PDay Plumbing Services Bathroom Refurb Specialists www.pdayplumbingservices.co.uk info@pdayplumbingservices.co.uk
- Friendle - Reliable - Affordable - Est 2008 Call Peter
07793 746958
To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 9082121 or 07715770448
Email Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
February, 2020 BUILDING SERVICES
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Audi-Volks Services (SW) Ltd
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ABLE
CLEANING LIMITED
TRADITIONAL BUILDERS • Property Maintenance • General Building & Alterations • Walling / Patios • Roofing • Carpentry FREE QUOTATIONS
Email: tradstoneconstruction@yahoo.co.uk
Tel: 01225 872243 / 07557 505174 BUILDING SERVICES
• VW & Audi Specialists • Servicing, Brakes, Exhausts • MOT’s arranged • Repairs to all other makes
Call 01179 868644
Hours Mon - Fri 8am to 5.30pm Unit 1C Lays Farm, Charlton Road, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 2SE
www.audivolksservices.com
Tel: 07760 320942 www.ablecleaningltd.com
CARPET FITTING
CLEANING SERVICES
J HEAD
CARPET FITTING
• Planning & Fitting Specialist • Home Selection Services with over 200 Carpet Ranges • Free Estimates • Reasonable Rates
Tel: 07903 613717
CAR BODY REPAIRS
7 Days - Call for a free quotation • For the best in carpet cleaning • Fully Prochem trained • All work insured • Based in Keynsham Always here when you need us
1st Stop CLEANING SERVICES Family business located in Saltford
PROFESSIONAL CARPET CLEANING Texatherm Hot Extraction system dry in 30 minutes. Carpets left PH neutral Free quotation & Fully Insured
Tel: 01225 769191 Mob: 07793 213232
Est 50 years - Based in Longwell Green
The professional domestic oven and carpet cleaning service
CARPET CLEANING
CARPENTRY SERVICES
Cosmetic Damages • Smart Repairs Resprays • Paint Correction Custom Cars & Vans Light Accident Damage Alloy Wheel Refurbishment Classic & Sports Cars • Motorbikes For Free Estimate: 07795 423996
CUT ROOFS • LOFT CONVERSIONS • EXTENSIONS GARAGE CONVERSIONS • HOME RENOVATIONS KITCHENS • STAIRCASES • DECKING • INTERNAL DOORS
07826848761 ldb_carpentry@hotmail.com Based in Keynsham
Unit 8, Durley Lane, Keynsham, BS31 2AJ
CAR BODY REPAIRS
CARPENTRY SERVICES
100% Mobile-- to to work home! 100% Mobile workoror home!
Bumper Scuffs Scuffs •• Alloy Bumper AlloyWheel Wheel Refurbishment••Vandal Vandal Scratches Refurbishment Scractches MinorDents Dents••Calliper Calliper Painting Minor Painting Headlight Restoration • Motorcycles Repairs 70% cheaper than car body shops 70% cheaper than car body shops Keynsham Based
Got News? Call Keynsham Voice on 0117 9082121
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February, 2020 ELECTRICIAN
ELECTRICIAN
RElectrical A Moon Services Domestic - Commercial - Industrial Installation - Testing - Maintenance
Free Quotes Inspection and Testing Landlord Certificates New builds and Extensions Extra Sockets and Lights Fire Alarms, Smoke Detectors
Local friendly service with over 30 yrs experience
Rewires Consumer Units Extra Points Electrical Installation Condition Reports Fault Finding Call Bob for free advice and estimates
DRIVEWAYS
0117 3690000 07940 247514 www.ramoonelectricalservices.co.uk Email: ramoon@blueyonder.co.uk
www.ElderwoodElectrical.com Office - 0117 9322379 Mobile - 07725 058581
ELECTRICIAN
ELECTRICAL SERVICES
JT Paving
DRIVEWAYS AND PAVING
mail@arjelectrical.co.uk
Registered BANES contractor for dropped kerbs Locally based over 25 years experience
Over 90 reviews on yell.com
www.jtpaving.co.uk jont271@hotmail.co.uk 07770303827 DRIVEWAYS
ELECTRICIAN
FUNERAL SERVICES
AGL DRIVEWAYS Tarmac & Block Paving
• A wide range of colours & patterns • Local Keynsham family run business for 50 years • All work guaranteed • Free estimates
Tel: 0117 9860485 or 07831 453821
All Electrical Work No call out charge Landlords Certificates Small jobs welcome
We also Repair Cookers & Showers
Based in Keynsham
Friendly-reliable-sensible prices
www.agldrives.co.uk ELECTRICIAN
ELECTRICIAN
Griffin Electrical Established 1984
YOUR TRUSTED LOCAL ELECTRICIAN
www.griffin-electrical.co.uk john@griffin-electrical.co.uk • Rewiring • Minor alterations • Security Lighting & Alarms 01275 832830 07831 534766 NICEIC Approved Contractor Member of Checkatrade.com
To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 9082121 or 07715770448
Email Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
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February, 2020 GARAGE SERVICES
GARDEN SERVICES
FREE ESTIMATES
All work fully insured
• All Tree work undertaken • Hedges Reduced & Shaped • Fencing & Decking • Driveways • Patios & Paths • Garden walls Est 10 years
GARDEN SERVICES
GARDEN SERVICES
GARDEN SERVICES
KITCHEN SPECIALISTS
Your local carpenter who carries out all types of carpentry work .
• FULLY INSURED • LICENSED WASTE CARRIER
Call Matt on 07909 928413 or 01179 864304 for a free quote
For a FREE quote call 07960 681 921
• Kitchens • Bathrooms • Doors • Skirting • Flooring • Decking • Pvc cladding
d.attwellgardenservices@hotmail.co.uk
www.mjcrawfordcarpenrty.co.uk
GARDEN SERVICES
OVEN CLEANING
1st Stop CLEANING SERVICES Family business located in Saltford
OVEN CLEANING Extractors
Hobs
Free quotation & Fully Insured Other Cleaning Services Available
Tel: 01225 769191 Mob: 07793 213232
The professional domestic oven and carpet cleaning service
(All areas covered)
T:0117 9864197 M: 07854 110595 E: terrybur80@gmail.com
M J CRAWFORD
CARPENTRY & KITCHEN FITTING SERVICES
Patios – Decking Gravelling – Fencing Wood Chippings – Jetwashing Foliage Removed – Roots Destroyed Garden Walls & General Building
Tel: 0117 9117652 Mobile: 07747 131431
• DECKING • FENCING • GATES FULLY QUALIFIED - FULLY INSURED REGISTERED WASTE CARRIER
*Free Collection & delivery service Call or text for a full price list
• Tree felling • Stump grinding • All tree & hedge work undertaken • Garden waste removal • Good rates & reliable service
ALL TREE & GARDEN WORKS
07792868134
four_seasons1234@hotmail.com
Keynsham Tree Removal & Stump Grinding
GARDEN SERVICES
Annmarie’s ironing service
*24 hour turn around Guaranteed
D. ATTWELL
BOB HELLIER 0117 9862945
IRONING SERVICES
07803 474846 or 07926 811517
LANDSCAPING & TREE SERVICES For All Garden Works
Full liability insurance
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GARDEN SERVICES
Good Grounds & Gardens Good Grounds & Gardens Specialists in wildlife Regular one-offgardens garden ponds or & nature maintenance Garden rescue, redesign and planting Specialists in wildlife gardening Orchard restoration wildlife ponds and&tree-pruning Seasonal maintenance Private & commercial work
07923 447362
07923 447362 info@goodgroundsandgardens.co.uk www.goodgroundsandgardens.co.uk info@goodgroundsandgardens.co.uk
Got News? Call Keynsham Voice on www.goodgroundsandgardens.co.uk 0117 9082121
PAINTING AND DECORATING
SJM DECORATING Professional Decorating Local Qualified tradesmen Internal & External Decorating Fast, reliable & friendly service Fully insured
Free Quotations
Call Scott 07515 523 623 0117 3824411
www.sjmdecorating.freeindex.co.uk
Email news@keynshamvoice.co.uk
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February, 2020
PET CARE
PAINTING AND DECORATING
PLUMBING SERVICES
Professional Decorator with Tiler • Mason • Painter over 30 years experience
• Internal & external • Domestic Commercial • Competitive, honest & reliable.
Call: 07773 340 588
Redlynch Lane, Chewton Keynsham, BS31 2SN T: 0117 9862658 E: info@latchetskennels.co.uk
Email: alanmichaeloliver@gmail.com Classic & Natural stone tiles High Quality Finish www.alanoliverpaintinganddecorating.co.uk Specialising in Italian showers
W: www.latchetskennels.co.uk
Contemporary & Provençale kitchens Bristol & Surrounding Areas Interior & Exterior Masonry AND DECORATING PAINTING Interior & façade painting
PLASTERING SERVICES
Free Quote
G Benson Plastering
PLUMBING SERVICES
A Specialist in: Renovation Painter Tiler Decorator Internal & External Plastering Builder & Interior Decorator 17 Years Experience Tiling Rendering & Dry-lining Interior & Exterior Masonry E: dacriscobuilder3@gmail.com Interior & Facade Painting Dacrisco Builder T: 0117 401 8568 / 07557 335 956 Fully insured. No Job Too Small Free Quote Contact George Benson 17 Years Experience
T: 0117 431 2726 / 07557 335 956
Mob: 07970 767 606
E: dacriscobuilder9@gmail.com
www.gbensonplastering.co.uk
PET CARE
PLUMBING SERVICES
PET CARE
Canine Cabin PROFESSIONAL DOG GROOMERS KEYNSHAM One-on-One stress-free groom in a safe, friendly and relaxed environment. Includes bath, ear clean, nail clip, clipping/styling. Pick up service for OAP’s within Keynsham area.
07954 994774
PLUMBING SERVICES
Cherry Plumbing & Heating Services
EST 2004
Taps, Washers Toilets, Cisterns Leaks, Blockages Tanks, Overflows Lead Pipes, Stopcocks….etc… OAP DISCOUNTS and NO VAT
0117
957 5092
PLUMBING SERVICES
* TAPS, WASHERS * BALL VALVES * LEAKS, WASTES * OVERFLOWS, DRIPS * LEAD PIPES * TOILETS, FLUSHES
Over 20 yrs experience
Boiler Breakdown Service & Installation Engineer
All makes and models worked on
Call Darren on 07787 956651
To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 9082121 or 07715770448
Email Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
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TILING SERVICES
PLUMBING SERVICES
Bathroom, Kitchen & Floor Tiling
Mosaic, Travertine, Porceline & Ceramic Specialists
Andy 01454 602506 or 07468 791619 Email: arhys-jones@sky.com A Keynsham business
www.tilingheaven.co.uk TIMBER SERVICES
PLUMBING SERVICES
Shower faulty Electric showers repaired,sold & fitted competitive rates fast service Tel Paul at pj Home Electrical 07774747834 or 0117 2302010 approved
Keynsham based
website: bathshowersbristol
• AllNordic Fencing & Panels •Christmas Decking & Timber • Hardware Store Trees • Kiln DriedNow Logs Available
Unit LaysFarm FarmTrading Trading Est, Keynsham Unit 8, 8, Lays Estate, Keynsham
No Call out Charge
ROOFING SPECIALISTS
Over Your Head Roofing
Tile & Flat Roofing Specialists We ensure a quality job Contact Alan Perry on
07821 557773
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Garden, Clearance House, House,House, Garden, Garden, Office OfficeOffice Clearance Clearance
House, Garden, Office Clearance - all Plus all other Plus All Your Other Waste Removal Needs too! House, Garden, Office Clearance -- Plus other House, Garden, Office Clearance Plus all other Plus Your Other Waste Removal Needs too! Plus All All Your Other Waste Removal Needs too! On-average Average cheaper than a skip. On cheaper than aa skip. OnAverage cheaper than skip. removal On average cheaper waste removal On cheaper than aa skip wastewaste removal -Average On average cheaper than than skipa skip
07592 003 Tel: 07592 506 003003 Tel: 07592 506 Tel:Tel: 07592 506506 003 1/4 Load 1/4 £89 1/4 Load Load £89 £89 Half Half £139 Half Load Load Load £139£139 3/4 Load 3/4 £179 3/4 Load Load £179£179 Full Load Full £199 Full Load Load £199£199
www.junkmonsters.co.uk www.junkmonsters.co.uk
WIGS
Wigs Bristol
LOCATED IN DOWNEND
We have been supplying all types of wigs and hairpieces for fashion and medical purposes for 45 years. Wigs can be purchased off the peg or made to measure in hair or synthetic fibre. We stock many styles and makes.
Please book an appointment on:
0117 956 6556 www.wigsbristol.com
TREE SURGERY
WINDOWS AND DOORS
All aspects of Tree Surgery & Hedge Maintenance
• Stump Grinding • Qualified & Fully Insured • Free Quotations & Advice Contact: Andy Maule (RFS Cert.Arb)
0117 9864273/07748118266 www.pinnacletreeservices.co.uk
TELEPHONE ENGINEER
WINDOW CLEANING
AMG SolutionS • Telephone Sockets Relocated • Additional Telephone Points • Telephone Systems • Data/Computer Cabling • WiFi Solutions and Access Points • Projector and Flat Panel TV Installation • CCTV • Fault Finding
To advertise contact Emma on 0117 908 2121. Prices start from £17.08 + VAT per month
Tel : 0117 3620313 Website : www.amg-solutions.co.uk
Got News? Call Keynsham Voice on 0117 9082121
PPS Window Cleaning
Professional window cleaning
Based in Keynsham Contact Peter on
Mob: 07480 798529 Email news@keynshamvoice.co.uk
bringing homes to life
Design and build services for high quality residential projects
mobiushome.co.uk
t: 0117 403 8560 @mobiushomeuk