September 2021
Issue 112
www.keynshamvoice.co.uk
Star Bill backs eco festival Pages 4 & 5
FREE EVERY MONTH IN KEYNSHAM & SALTFORD
'Unforeseen' snag keeps High Street shut to traffic KEYNSHAM High Street will stay closed to traffic for longer than expected because of a problem affecting improvement works. The project, which began on June 1, has so far involved paving the west side of the street in new materials, along with re-arranging the Charlton Road junction and installing new street lighting. But Bath & North East Somerset Council has announced: “An unforeseen issue with the depth available in the pavement on the east side of the street to install drainage as planned now means that the drainage has to be placed in the carriageway. “This means that the High Street will remain closed 24 hours a day, seven days a week, while the work is completed.” The council says it is working with traders to minimise disruption and ensure access during trading hours. Customers and traders are still able to Turn to Page 3
Flyer's medals sold Medals won by an aviator from Keynsham who made history during the First World War have been sold at auction for £5,500. PAGE 2
Food collections Keynsham Foodbank is looking forward to restarting its ‘collect-from-our-door’ option at St Francis Church. PAGE 7
Hedgehog Street Residents in Keynsham have been doing their bit to create a hedgehog highway through their gardens. PAGE 17
Centre revamp Council offices built seven years ago in a £35 million makeover of Keynsham town centre are set to get a £1.6 million revamp. PAGE 24
Football tribute
Success! Wellsway School students Finnola Stratton, Eva Ruddle, Adrianna Newbury and Mariella James are among those celebrating their A-level results. Our education coverage starts on Page 8.
A five-a-side football tournament has been held in memory of a keen player from Keynsham who died while suffering an epileptic seizure. PAGE 35
Now Open in Keynsham
LEAPING LAMBS NURSERY & PRE SCHOOL Free childcare places for 2, 3 & 4 year olds OPEN FROM 7AM-6PM • ONSITE PARKING
We offer quality professional childcare whilst maintaining a homely family feel’ to ‘Offering Forest School Based learning’ Leaping Lambs Nursery, Balmoral Road, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 1AL
0117 4727900
e-mail: info@leapinglambsnursery.co.uk
www.leapinglambsnursery.co.uk
keynshamvoice
2
September, 2021
n NEWS
Keynshamvoice contacts Emma Cooper Publisher 0117 908 2121/ 07715 770448 emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk Erica Benson Advertising sales 0117 908 2121 sales@keynshamvoice.co.uk
News 0117 908 2121 news@keynshamvoice.co.uk Find us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter @keynshamvoice
October deadline Our October edition will be going to print on September 27. To ensure your news or letter is included, please contact us by Wednesday, September 22. Advertisers are asked to contact us by the same date.
Your views Letters for publication can be sent to the above email addresses or by post to Letters, Keynshamvoice, 16 Ashmead Business Centre, Ashmead Road, Keynsham, BS31 1SX. The editor reserves the right to edit your letter.
Local information Council Connect 01225 39 40 41 Keynsham Town Council 15-17 Temple Street, Keynsham 0117 986 8683 www.keynsham-tc.gov.uk Keynsham Citizens Advice Bureau 0844 848 7919 Police www.avonandsomersetpolice.uk General inquiries: 101 Emergency: 999
Sold: medals of WWI air ace who made history
Fire www.avonfire.gov.uk Inquiries: 0117 926 2061 Emergency: 999 NHS Urgent: 111/ Emergency: 999 Anti-social behaviour team asb@bathnes.gov.uk 01225 842462 Well Aware Health and social care information www.wellaware.org.uk (Freephone) 0808 808 5252
Complaints Despite our best efforts, we sometimes get things wrong. We always try to resolve issues informally at first but we also have a formal complaints procedure. If you have a complaint about anything in Keynshamvoice, contact the publisher using the details below. We aspire to follow the Code of Conduct of the NUJ (National Union of Journalists), which holds journalists to a high standard of behaviour.
Photos: Dix Noonan Webb The medals won by Major 'Freddy' Small, born in Keynsham MEDALS won by a First World War aviator from Keynsham have been sold at auction for £5,500. The collection was bought at Dix Noonan Webb auction house in London by a collector with an interest in military history. Major ‘Freddy’ Small was the first member of the Royal Flying Corps to shoot down an enemy aircraft with a machine gun. Born in Keynsham on March 7, 1890, Francis Gordon Small was appointed Flying Officer in the Royal Flying Corps, Military Wing, in April 1913 - less than a year after its formation - and was posted to No. 5 Squadron. In August 1914, following the outbreak of the Great War, Small delivered a message to the HQ of Douglas Haig - British commander on the Western Front for most of the war - by audaciously landing between the lines of I Corps and the pursuing Germans. In November of that year, he fired a machine-gun at a German plane, forcing it to land behind
enemy lines, and, with the aid of his fellow lieutenant, captured the two German crew members. Lieutenant Small succeeded in bringing down the plane despite being shot in the hand by the German observer, who had returned fire with a pistol. He was wounded a second time later that year. Rendered unfit to fly, he was appointed Commander of No. 47 Squadron (Home Defence) and then became an instructor, before being confirmed in the rank of major in 1919. He relinquished his commission in 1923 and died in 1970. The medals sold at auction had been expected to fetch between £2,000 and £3,000. They consisted of a 1914 Star, British War and Victory Medals, together with a bullet - the tip of which has been bent on impact - inscribed ‘December 6th 1914’ the date he received the wounds that ended his career of active service.
Further details of the complaints process can be found on the Voice website, or can be obtained by contacting the Publisher. DHP, HPD, MNCH(REG), AfSFH
A member of the
PUBLISHER’S NOTE: Keynshamvoice is independent. We cannot take responsibility for content or accuracy of adverts, and it is advertisers’ responsibility to conform to all relevant legislation. We cannot vouch for any services offered. Opinions are not necessarily those of the editor. Keynshamvoice is distributed each month to residents. If for some reason you do not get a copy, please collect one from local pick-up points. Feedback is always welcomed, contact Emma Cooper on 0117 908 2121 or emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk. This month 10,750 copies will be distributed in Keynsham, Saltford and the local area.
HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH Creating Positive change by working quickly and effectively with: •Hnxiety & Htress •Hears & Hhobias •Hepression •Hmoking (one/off double session) •Hnger •Weight Hontrol •Honfidence building •Hypno Birthing/Hatural Hhildbirth •Hddiction •Hhildren (9+) and Heenagers I work from a peaceful location between Keynsham and Queen Charlton Ho find out more or for a HHHH no obligation consultation call or text on
07710407210
www.chrishunthypnotherapy.co.uk
To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 9082121 or 07715770448
Email Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
September, 2021
keynshamvoice
3
n NEWS
'Unforeseen' setback for High Street From Page 1 access their premises. Works on the drainage was due to begin in early September, alongside the installation of new street furniture, the relocation of the bus stop and delivery of new paving. It is anticipated that the road will reopen later in the autumn. B&NES says these unexpected works mean that sewer works for the housing development in Rock Road have also been delayed. But it says that Rock Road and Ashton Way will not be closed at the same time as the High Street. The council says it is working with the Rock Road development’s contractors to find an opportunity for the sewer works to be done at a time that minimises the impact on people accessing Keynsham and does not delay the High Street programme. “By taking advantage of the extended road closure, foreseeing no further delays, the High Street scheme is now expected to be completed in the week beginning November 29 ahead of the Christmas trading period.” Councillor Richard Samuel, deputy leader and cabinet member for economic development & resources, said much progress had been made over the past three months. “However, it is often the nature of major construction works that there will be unforeseen issues causing delays and impacting other local projects. “Nevertheless, we do appreciate the frustration and inconvenience this causes for
The improvement scheme in Keynsham High Street is expect to finish around the end of November residents and businesses. We are working closely with our contractors and the contractors for the Rock Road development to minimise disruption in any way we can. “Please be reassured that Ashton Way and Rock Road will not be closed while the High Street is closed. “We will provide a further update on this as soon as we possibly can.” The High Street scheme will provide footpath widening and resurfacing, better signage and cycling and bus stop facilities on the High Street between Bath Hill and Charlton Road. There will also be new street furniture, streetlights, landscaping and trees. Tarmac ramps to provide access for wheelchairs, pushchairs, motorised wheelchairs, bicycles and
pedestrians have been installed where possible. Where tarmac ramps are not possible, industrystandard plastic ramps have been installed. The council is continuing to review the ramps as the work progresses.
Anyone wishing to contact the council regarding accessibility can email environment&design@ bathnes.gov.uk. For more information on the plans and for construction updates, visit www. bathnes.gov.uk/keynsham.
Festival dates for litter pickers KEYNSHAM Wombles will be picking up litter at two major events in the town this month. Volunteers will be busy at the scaled-down Keynsham Music Festival. Anyone who can help at the following times is asked to email Erica at womble@ transitionkeynsham.org Saturday Sept 4, any time between 11am and 5pm; Sunday Sept 5, between 11am and 5pm; Friday Sep 10, between 7pm and 11pm. All events will be in the
Memorial Park. Anyone wishing to attend events will need to book via the festival website. Entry is free or by donation, but numbers are being carefully controlled. Wombles will also attend the Eco Community Festival, organised by Churches Together in Keynsham and Saltford, on September 18. Although there is unlikely to be much litter, Wombles will get the chance to join in and talk to others about what they do. l Eco festival: Pages 4 & 5
Got News? Call Keynsham Voice on 0117 9082121
Email news@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
4
September, 2021
n CHURCHES TOGETHER - ECO COMMUNITY FESTIVAL
Our planet - we're running out of time!
S
ometime before the pandemic struck our world, the then Chair of Churches Together in Keynsham and Saltford, Clarice Corfield, expressed her concerns about the future of our planet. She spoke of the kind of world her children and grandchildren were growing up in, of her concerns for those people who are losing their homes and land due to rising ocean levels and their inability to grow crops to feed their families, all of it resulting from climate change. Contact was made with other people locally both inside and outside of Churches, a committee was formed and the idea of holding an Eco Community Festival was born. It will be held on Friday and Saturday September 17 and 18, and on the Friday evening there will be a meeting in The Space in Keynsham, where four experts will give their views on how, individually and collectively, we can help to tackle climate change. Food, energy, money and the
Keynsham & Saltford
COMMUNITY ECO FESTIVAL
17-18th September 2021 Market Walk & The Space Keynsham
services provided by the natural world are the cornerstones of a fully functioning society. We all eat, heat our homes and use our income to spend money and interact with nature. This gives us huge power to affect the outcome of the climate crisis through our individual choices, by influencing business and exercising our
democratic rights to ensure that our Government supports us to make the right choices. Our speakers will be: on food, Jo Lewis, Head of Food and Farming at the Soil Association; on nature, Ian Barrett, CEO of the Avon Wildlife Trust; on money, Richard O’Brien, a fund manager at Triodos Bank; and on energy, Peter Carpener, CEO of Bath and West Community Energy. After the speakers’ presentations, there will be a panel debate with questions from the audience. The evening will be chaired by the Rev Mike Burke. Tickets priced at £5 can be booked online at https://keynshamtickets. cloudvenue.co.uk/ Saturday’s events will focus on Market Walk in the centre of Keynsham, where there will be stallholders representing local traders, community groups, charities and campaigning groups, plus schools and young people. Examples include Community Fridge, Eco Church, Saltford and Keynsham Fairtrade Groups, Serenity Gardens, Christian Climate
Alliance, Extinction Rebellion and Plastic Reaction. There will be some exciting local businesses working in the green, environmental and sustainable space in food, transport and services, such as Conscience Foods and Aroma Foods. Children are very much part of the Saturday event and there will be activities for them at the community plot beside the café in Keynsham Memorial Park, which will include art and craft making, a display of pledges for the planet, rock decorating and planting a micro crop in a decorated recycled container. In Market Walk there will be a carbon footprint quiz for all the family plus a bug hunt and making bug hotels at St Francis Church in Warwick Road. At Victoria Methodist Church in the High Street, where drinks will be provided, there will be an eco exhibition by the Girls’ Brigade and prayer tables providing an opportunity for quiet reflection and meditation. The Baptist Church will host an exhibition of photographs
duo hairdressing
27 CHANDAG ROAD KEYNSHAM BS31 1PW TEL 0117 986 9867
Camerton Wines is an independent, quality wine supplier based in Saltford. We specialise in sourcing and selecting wines from around the world to make available for your enjoyment via our website. Free delivery to Keynsham and Saltford.
We are a welcoming local salon with 5 fully qualified stylists. We love all aspects of hairdressing. • Ladies & Gents • Long and short hair • Cutting, Highlights, Balayage • Open till 8pm Tuesday - Thursday • Free convenient parking
OPENING TIMES
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
MIXED CASES AND BESPOKE ORDERS AVAILABLE
Closed 9.00am - 8.00pm 9.00am - 8.00pm 9.00am - 8.00pm 9.00am - 6.00pm 9.00am - 3.00pm
Come & meet our friendly team to discuss your hair needs
www.duo-hair.com To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 9082121 or 07715770448
www.camertonwines.com enquiries@camertonwines.com 07745 013197
Email Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
September, 2021
5
CHURCHES TOGETHER - ECO COMMUNITY FESTIVAL Bill Bailey, comedian and environmentalist Like so many of you I was shocked by the recent IPCC report, which put, in no uncertain terms, that global heating due to our own actions is reaching critical levels. We have all known about this for a long while, but to hear the warnings so starkly made is a big wake-up call for us all. So this initiative by Churches Together and Keynsham Council could not be more timely and essential, and I loudly applaud all their efforts. This Eco Community Festival is and artwork inspired by nature. The event, arranged by Churches Together in Keynsham and Saltford in partnership with Keynsham Town Council, will be held against the backcloth of recent worldwide disasters, such as the floods in Germany, Belgium and Holland, uncontrollable fires in Greece, Turkey and California,
a wonderful way to bring people together to celebrate all things local while highlighting all that we can do for our planet. I would like to wish everyone involved in this excellent project all the very best. Rob Hopkins, founder of the Transition Movement I wish you every success with the town’s first Eco Festival. The need for urgent, deep and profoundly imaginative action is now absolutely unavoidable. And given that reality, we can either choose to embrace the possibilities that these times present, the exhilarating possibilities that open before us when we realise that there are no non-radical solutions left, or we can cling to how-things-are, imagining them to be somewhat irreplaceable.
and homes under water in poverty stricken countries such as Bangladesh. These events were followed by the latest report from the United Nation’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change which called for a drastic culling of carbon emissions in the next 20 years. The UN Secretary General,
If we are to succeed, these next 10 years have to feel like an unprecedented and utterly remarkable revolution of the imagination, a time when anything feels possible. How would it be to live through such a time, such an exhilarating shift? We don’t know yet, but visit the Eco Fair, and you will at least get a taste of it. Be inspired, and then bring it alive. Dale Vince, owner of green energy company Ecotricity and chairman of Forest Green Football Club This is the kind of event we need more of, where we bring people together to look at the environmental issues we face, talk about what we can do and above all else – have fun. It’s the key to more sustainable living.
Antonio Guterres, in describing the report as “code red for humanity”, went on to say: “The alarm bells are deafening and the evidence is irrefutable. Greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuel burning and deforestation are choking our planet and putting billions of people in immediate danger. Global heating is affecting every
region on Earth, with many of the changes becoming irreversible”. The festival is for all ages, and while it will be a fun day, its aim is to make us all aware of the seriousness of the problem facing our planet brought about by climate change, something we can all commit ourselves to combatting.
Den
from £9 per month
contact us for a free consultation with a dentist 0117 986 2992 7 High Street, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 1DP www.keynshamdentalcare.co.uk Got News? Call Keynsham Voice on 0117 9082121
Email news@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
6
n LETTERS
September, 2021
Letters for publication can be sent to news@keynshamvoice.co.uk or by post to Letters, Keynshamvoice, 16 Ashmead Business Centre, Ashmead Road, Keynsham, BS31 1SX. The editor reserves the right to edit your letter.
Concern as mooring ban deferred
FOLLOWING a judicial review challenge by Community Law Partnership (CLP) on behalf of a liveaboard boater concerning the way the B&NES Cabinet resolved on 8 October 2020 to close the 14-day moorings during winter months, a decision has been made by the cabinet member for neighbourhood services, Cllr David Wood, in consultation with the director of environment, to defer the decision to close the winter moorings. It is not yet known when B&NES Council will review moorings in Mead Lane, but it has an ambition to end moorings in Mead Lane by the end of 2022. This decision to end the winter mooring ban will be of concern to those boaters who have visited Mead Lane in the winter months and Saltford residents who are well aware of the dangers of winter flooding in Mead Lane (see photographs from January and February 2020) and the high river flow rates at times, usually in autumn and winter, when the river is in spate after prolonged rainfall. The flow rates have previously caused considerable erosion in Mead Lane; hence the riverbank repairs and bio-engineered stabilisation works by B&NES Council in 2005, which it then overlooked when the council encouraged moorings in Mead Lane for a mooring trial during 2017 and 2018. The trial came about after moorings started to occur in Mead Lane from 2015, when boats first started to moor there due to a loss of moorings in Bath and other factors. Furthermore, the Canal and River Trust (CRT) has continued to issue more continuous cruising licences despite the lack of facilities on the Kennet & Avon Canal and River Avon. Climate change is already widely acknowledged to be increasing the frequency of severe and prolonged rainstorms. You only need to see the news reports of the present devastating floods in Western Europe to recognise this - and those are summer rainstorms. This decision to defer the winter mooring ban therefore raises questions over B&NES Council's commitment to its own declaration of a climate
Such sad news I AM stunned and saddened to read about the passing of Karen MacLeod (‘Former Olympic runner Karen dies’ – August issue). I was only talking about her recently whilst watching the Olympics. Karen and I used to work together at the Royal United Hospital, Bath, for the Public Health Laboratory Service (PHLS as it was known then) in the early 1990s. Karen was a hard-working employee who fitted her training around her part-time work. We tested water and food samples for the local Environmental Health Departments. Karen was a delightful person to have around. Quiet, gentle, friendly and fully determined to achieve her running aspirations. She was a delight to work with. Helen Cini (Helen Day at the time)
A barge marooned on the riverbank and, below, flooding in Mead Lane Photos: Saltford Environment Group
emergency. Adapting to climate change so that communities, including the liveaboard community, are more resilient and less vulnerable to climate change and extreme weather events surely has to be an urgent priority. Safe moorings in appropriate locations that are safe all year round needs to be part of how local councils with riparian ownership on navigable river respond to climate change impacts. Saltford Environment Group
Privilege to run with Karen THANK you for reporting the sad and early passing of Karen MacLeod. Karen was a slightly built girl but also a steely, fearless competitor, enormously talented but still self-effacing and modest. I felt privileged to train with Karen and run in a few of the same races as her, It taught me a lot about my own limitations. I Iast saw Karen on her native Isle of Skye in 2017. She cheerfully admitted the only running she now did was with the dog on the beach. Returning to her roots was right for her. She loved visiting her old primary school in Kyleakin to inspire the children. Karen had lots of musical friends, including her brother-inlaw, who was in top Scottish band Runrig. Several months before
she passed, she put together an excellent CD of bands from the Western Isles. True to form she insisted on no mention of her running achievements being on it. For her it was about gratitude for being able to return to the dance floor (which she loved) after her operation and benefiting kidney charities. Everything about it is a firstclass production. It was never meant to be an epitaph but turned into a mighty fine one. Again true to form, when she passed, a lot of her wild-swimming friends did not know she had been an international athlete “in a previous life”, as she described it. Lionel Hutt, Keynsham (Editor’s note: For more information about the CD mentioned above, search online for ‘Skye Olympian launches charity album’)
To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 9082121 or 07715770448
Riverbank for everyone, not just boaters THE article “boaters set to return to winter moorings” in the August edition of Keynsham Voice gave a narrow perspective on the issues around the Mead Lane riverbank, which is owned by Bath and North East Somerset Council. There are many and varied interests deeply concerned - not just those of the live-aboard boating community - about the future of the riverbank. It is a riverbank where people can fish, including the many who may not have the means or do not want to join an angling club. It is the home of the Bristol Avon Sailing Club, and it is always a delight to see the club’s youngsters out on the river. The riverbank is a spot for picnickers, paddle-boarders and for artists. A section which used to be allocated for 48-hour moorings has now become an open space for uninterrupted views and for nature to bounce back and thrive. The flat nature of the adjacent road makes this an ideal place for anyone with mobility issues to enjoy the outdoors. Local schools would once more use the riverbank as an outdoor classroom if it was only considered safe to do so. A spokesperson for a section of the boating community expressed the situation in Mead Lane as “little people” versus “rich residents”. This is a narrative which belies the real situation. Mead Lane is an asset for all to enjoy. One vested interest should not dominate. Councillor Duncan Hounsell B&NES councillor (Saltford ward)
My heroic helpers PLEASE be so kind as to publish my thanks for all the offers of help I received after a collapse in Ashton Way car park mid-June from so many caring passers-by. I am now fully recovered but aware of how lucky I was to receive immediate care from Dr Faye, Mindy, off-duty paramedic Liam and also an awesome duo, Emma Mcgauley and partner Jeremy. My memory of events is sparse but for my son who was with me they were phenomenal and that means the world to me as well. Deborah, Victoria and Sebastian Bailey
Email Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
September, 2021
n NEWS
7
Food bank set to reopen at St Francis THE Keynsham Foodbank team are delighted to restart their ‘collect-from-our-door’ option and welcome clients back to St Francis Church. The church in Warwick Road, Keynsham, will be open for collections on Thursdays mornings, 10am to midday, from September 9. This supplements the collection option at St Mary’s in Saltford on a Friday morning (10.15am to 11.45am), which restarted in July, and the food bank’s ongoing delivery options. “The pandemic led to quite a few changes in the way in which we operate,” said long-time trustee June Brassington. “One of the key parts of the food bank service which stopped was collection. “More importantly, this also meant that we lost the opportunity to have a friendly chat with those we support, and the chance to signpost to other organisations for help. “Whilst we are not yet able to
St Francis in Warwick Road
offer cups of tea as we did in the past, we hope that by reopening for collection-at-our-door, our volunteers will be able to provide more support.” Local people in food crisis receive support from the food bank via e-vouchers issued by an extensive list of local agencies. Keynsham Foodbank works with over 100 referral agencies, including BANES Welfare, Citizens Advice Bureau, the Community Wellbeing Hub, local schools, churches and charities. The Trussell Trust e-voucher system ensures that the food bank receives information
• Trusted reputation • Huge choice of doors, worktops appliances, sinks & taps • Free planning & design service
securely and can swiftly help people in need of food. Lucy Duffy, Trussell Trust area manager said, “The Keynsham team have been working hard throughout the pandemic, and like food banks nationally, experienced a significant growth in demand and generous community support. “As autumn approaches and furlough comes to an end, the Trussell Trust is particularly concerned about the impact the cancellation of the £20 Universal Credit uplift will have in October. “For some families, this will
mean suddenly losing up to a fifth of their income, and the concern is this cut will mean even more people in the UK will need a food bank later this year.” June added: “We’re getting our volunteer teams and systems as ready as we can be for what we think will be a difficult autumn.” In order to reopen on a Monday morning at Victoria Key Centre in Keynsham, the food bank is looking for one or two people to lead a volunteer team, with strong interpersonal skills and basic IT skills. All necessary training will be provided. Keynsham Foodbank’s collect-at-our-door service at St Francis and St Mary’s is available by arrangement. The option of delivery continues until at least the end of September: currently on a Wednesday and Friday, and then, from September 9 onwards, on a Thursday and Friday. To contact the food bank, email info@keynsham.foodbank. org.uk or phone 07512 591734.
A NEW LOOK FOR YOUR OLD KITCHEN THIS SUMMER by just swapping the doors and worktops
FAMIL Y BUSIN RUN ESS
• Door swaps to full kitchens – tailored to your needs
D D 11/12 The Promenade, Gloucester Rd, Bristol BS7 8AL Call for a free estimate on:
0117 944 3223
AVERAGE SCORE
BEFORE
9.8/10
www.dreamdoors.co.uk
Got News? Call Keynsham Voice on 0117 9082121
®
THE UK’S #1 KITCHEN MAKEOVER EXPERTS
Email news@keynshamvoice.co.uk
8 20
keynshamvoice fromevalleyvoice
September, September, 2021 2021
n EDUCATION AUGUST 10th, 2021, was an uplifting results day for boomsatsuma College students, with all achieving a qualification, and an impressive 54% awarded a Distinction, or higher, opening up fantastic possibilities for them in Bristol’s creative sector. Mark Curtis, boomsatsuma co-founder, said: “These students have come through challenging Covid-19 pandemic journeys over the past two years, so this is an important boost for them all. They all have these great platforms, that will help them move on to the next stages of their lives, be-it staying in education or into employment. What’s enormous, is that they leave with so much more than qualifications, in terms of work-place experiences, selfconfidence and wider life-skills. “We are now gearing up to return in September with next years’ students with most courses full, there are just a few spaces available for this year and we’ll be opening for 2023 enrolment to find the next generation of Bristol’s creative voices.”
Students pass with Distinction at boomsatsuma
The 2021 results show consistent performance across boomsatsuma’s creative media and acting courses, extending back over the past three years. There was no change in the
way that the Level 3 National Diploma grades come via an assessment process, rather than exams, though Covid did mean boomsatsuma managed new teaching and student support
processes, to sustain quality education and mentoring. The result was to achieve these excellent outcomes for the next generation of creative professionals.
To advertise, advertise,contact contact Richard on 01454 800 Email: Email contact@fromevalleyvoice.co.uk Emma on 0117 9082121 or120 07715770448 Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
September, 2021
9
GCSE RESULTS
We did it! Hard work earns reward
STUDENTS in Keynsham have been celebrating some excellent GCSE results. Futura Learning Partnership – which includes Wellsway School and IKB Academy - is delighted that the hard work of students and the support provided by staff and families has been rewarded. All schools reported successes, including highfliers with strings of A* grades, students who had made strong progress and exceeded their personal targets, and others who had triumphed despite the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Wellsway School students celebrate their GCSE results:
Left, Amila Cozzubbo and Ruby Fox Right, Lewis Thorne and Elliott Phillips Below, Lil Scott, Evie Taylor and Phoebe Deason
Wellsway School The school was delighted to welcome students and their families to collect GCSE results. Acting co-head Dave Cooper said: “After two years in which students have made so many sacrifices in terms of lost opportunities in both their school and personal lives, it was fantastic to see them celebrating with their friends, families, teachers and other members of school staff. “We have been enormously impressed by the resilience, determination and tenacity of the year group as a whole. The grades we have awarded reflect their talents and abilities, as well as the tremendous effort they have made over the duration of their time with us. “In a year in which much will be said about the manner in which grades have been determined for young people across the nation, we can be absolutely clear that the high standard of marking and standardisation demonstrated by our teachers has ensured that students have received the grades they have earned and deserve.” Exceptional individual performances include: l Sophie Lowe – achieving eight grade 9s and two 8s l Amelia Draper – eight grade 9s, one 8 and one 7 l Keziah Ross – seven grade 9s, one 8 and two 7s l Sam Eve, Amy Nicholls and Joel Marlor – six grade 9s, three 8s and one 7 l Evelyn Shipp – six grade 9s, two 8s and two 7s
A-levels in product design, biology and maths l Finn Spiers, studying electrical engineering at Bath College l Curtis Ticktum, studying double engineering and A-level business studies l Vivin Vinod, studying A-levels in maths, biology, chemistry and physics l Darcey Warren, studying A-levels in biology, English and psychology l Joseph Dean, studying A-levels in physics, maths, geography and computer science
SBL Academy
l Luke Harris - six grade 9s, one 8, two 7s and one 6 l Jake Willits, Darcey Hird and Lil Scott – five grade 9s, four 8s and one 7 l Sophie Orchard - five grade 9s, four 8s and one 6 l Finn Ewins – five grade 9s, three 8s and two 6s l Toby Close and Joe Mott– five grade 9s, two 8s, two 7s and one 6
IKB Academy IKB Academy is proud of all the students who made outstanding progress through Years 10 and 11. Principal Debbie Gibbs said: “Our amazing students
Got News? Call Keynsham Voice on 0117 9082121
have shown resilience and determination in managing the challenges that have faced them and fully deserve their fantastic results. “As a small school we really get to know our students and their families. It was a joy to share in their achievements.” Particular congratulations go to: l Sophie Baker, who goes on to study A-levels in criminology, psychology and forensic science l Jacob Cook, who will study A-levels in maths, physics and computing l Ellie Morgan, studying A-levels in biology, physics, maths and English l George Skuse, studying
Students at SBL Academy worked with real dedication both in school and at home during the lockdowns and achieved some fantastic results. Principal Dean Anderson said: “Their successes are a testament to their tremendous efforts in the face of adversity.” Outstanding achievements in Year 11 include Katie Dawson and Miguel Donca, who both achieved grade 9s in eight GCSE subjects, Giorgio Mills with seven grade 9s, and Caitlin Thresher, who achieved five grade 9s and two Distinction* grades. Outstanding progress to celebrate in Year 11 include brilliant above-target achievements for Rhion Bennett, Jessica Brown, Maddisen Brown, Kacey Garland, Jamie Jordan, Rowan Johns, Jessica Mitchell, Samuel Ponter, Emma Stephenson and Millie Woodward.
Email news@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
10
September, 2021
n EDUCATION
Academy trust is building for the future
AN ACADEMY trust in the West of England is starting the new school year with a new name. Futura Learning Partnership is the name chosen by the former Wellsway Multi Academy Trust, which runs 13 schools in Bath & North East Somerset, Bristol and South Gloucestershire. The trust decided the change was needed to better reflect its schools and the 6,000 children and young people and 800 staff within them. Chief Executive Andrea Arlidge explains: “When we began in 2014, we chose to name the trust after the founder school, Wellsway. Our growth over seven years has brought us to a point where we feel the need for an identity that shows we are truly one organisation in which every school is an equal. “The name chosen – after consulting widely with students, staff and governors – is forwardlooking, while acknowledging our history: Futura comes from the Wellsway School motto Futura Aedificamus, which means ‘We
Collaboration is key to our success - Futura Learning Partnership build for the future’. Learning is our fundamental purpose, while partnership underpins everything we do. “Collaboration has been the key to our success so far; it is one of our core values, along with aspiration, opportunity and respect. We are committed to continuing to develop common practices and approaches in
pursuit of educational excellence. “We are an inclusive trust, providing seamless education for children from the moment they step through the doors of any of our family of schools until they leave us as young adults. “This is a hugely exciting time for us: building work is under way on a new primary school to serve the growing
population in East Keynsham, we are expanding our special school provision based at Aspire Academy in Bath and we have launched our Trust-wide post-16 provision, Futura Sixth. “We look forward to continuing to work together to support all the schools in our trust and every individual within them. With a strong track record in delivering educational excellence, we are also keen to main and develop our role supporting school improvement across our region. “There are clear advantages to schools joining the Futura family. We are actively looking at recruiting more schools in the West of England and possibly further afield if they fit with our vision and can help us develop our educational offer.” Futura Learning Partnership launched on September 1 and has produced a short promotional film at https://youtu.be/ x32HYoM1zOg. For further information, visit www.futuralearning.co.uk
wellswayschool.com
We look forward to welcoming you at our Open Evening on Thursday 23 September and Open Morning on Tuesday 28 September. Please check our website for details Wellsway School, Chandag Road, Keynsham BS31 1PH T 0117 986 4751 E enquiries@wellswayschool.com
To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 9082121 or 07715770448
Email Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
September, 2021
11
n ADVERTISING FEATURE
Futura Sixth offers the best of both worlds POST-16 provision in the West of England is stronger from this month, thanks to the launch of Futura Sixth. This is an inclusive, collaborative sixth form for the schools in Futura Learning Partnership (formerly Wellsway Multi Academy Trust): Wellsway School, Bedminster Down School, IKB Academy and Sir Bernard Lovell Academy. The trust includes more than 5,500 children and young people from nursery age to adulthood in 13 schools. Futura Sixth is a fully aligned and inclusive post-16 that can meet the needs of all students and prepare them for adult life. Danny Wilkinson, the Trust’s Director of Post 16, said: “Futura Sixth will offer students the best of both worlds. “They can choose a home school for their studies but have access to courses on three sites FLP1013 Futura Sixth Half - Wellsway, IKB and SBL - with
free transport provided. Aligning our provision and collaborating in this way means we can run a broader range of A-levels and vocational subjects, allowing students access to the very best teaching across our Trust. “Our young people can retain a pride in their home school and receive support and pastoral care from staff who know them well while at the same time benefiting from wider academic and enrichment opportunities and experiences.” Futura Sixth offers pathways that meet the needs of1 every Page Advert AW.pdf 11/08/2021 individual student, from the
We can meet the needs of every student - Danny Wilkinson, director of Post 16 at Futura Learning Partnership
Futures programmes for those aiming for Oxbridge or medical school through A-levels and vocational courses to a 13:46 bridging year for those who
need to improve their Level 2 qualifications. The sharing of the wealth of expertise in the Trust means we are able to ensure equity for all, including vulnerable students, who are supported to apply for bursaries to help them fund travel to school, books and resources. Mr Wilkinson said: “We are confident that our approach will help all our students to equip themselves with the skills and knowledge they need to realise their ambitions and fulfil their potential. “It is already proving popular – applications for sixth form places in the Trust have risen considerably this year – and we expect numbers to go up even more as students realise the many advantages of being part of Futura Sixth.” It’s not too late to join for 2021-22 – call in to any of our schools to find out more.
www.futurasixth.org.uk We’re stronger together...
SIXTH C
BEDMINSTER DOWN SCHOOL
M
Y
CM
MY
CY
CMY
K
• Exciting opportunities for all • Large selection of courses available
Apply now for September 2022 Every application receives an interview Got News? Call Keynsham Voice on 0117 9082121
• Amazing enrichment activities • Where friendships are built
T 0117 946 1229 Email news@keynshamvoice.co.uk
12
keynshamvoice
August, 2021
n A-LEVEL RESULTS
Resilience and perseverance pay off
WELLSWAY School in Keynsham welcomed students in person to celebrate some excellent A-level results. Acting co-head Dave Cooper said: “We are extremely proud of our Year 13 students and the way they have tackled the challenges they faced over the last two years. “They have consistently shown that they are adaptive and resilient, and all Wellsway students should be proud of all of their achievements throughout their time in sixth form. “We were delighted to see so many of our students and their family members on the school site, celebrating their results with the staff. At the end of a period in which students have missed out on so much across the nation, it was fantastic to share in their joy and excitement as they were rewarded for their phenomenal efforts. “While not all students could be in school in person to celebrate their results, it was great to see so many smiling and happy faces. We wish them all the best with their next step and future.” The following students achieved outstanding results: l Tristan McCarthy - 4 A*s in Computing, Maths, Further Maths and Physics l Joseph Bainbridge - 4 A*s in English, French, German and EPQ l Adrianna Newbury - 3 A*s in English Literature, French and Psychology l Jason Tang - 3 A*s in Maths, Further Maths and Physics, plus an A in Computing l Edward Watson - 3 A*s in Biology, Maths and Further Maths Also to be commended are Alex Britton (A*, A*, A), Alisdair Cole (A*, A*, A), Elsa Cox (A*, A*, A, plus an A* for EPQ), Isabel Harber (A*, A*, A), Matthew Trenchard (A*, A*, A, plus an A for EPQ), Matthew Stevens (A*, A*, B, plus an A* for EPQ), Harriet Lewarne (A*, A, A, plus an A* for EPQ), Chloe Kennedy (A*, A, A, plus an A* for EPQ), Milly Comber (A*, A, A, plus an A* for EPQ), Finnola Stratton (A*, A, A), Maisie Hawkins (A*, A, A), Dan Hart (A*, A, A) and Emma Falconer (A*, A, A), plus Ewan Grady and Katie Vockings for fantastic progress.
Ready for the next step: Successful A-level students at Wellsway
see so many students and their families today, celebrating their A-level and Btec results with staff. “At IKB Academy we are so proud of our amazing Year 13 students. They have shown resilience and determination managing the challenges that have faced them and they fully deserve the fantastic results they collected. “It was a joy to share in their achievements born out of all the hard work throughout their time with us in the sixth form. “We are proud of all our students, but we would like to say congratulations to the following students who have achieved outstanding results: l Triada Mitrou: A*, A*, B l Lizz Ferguson: A*,A, B, B l Josh Payne: Distinction*, Distinction*, A l Dan Sherwood: A*, A, A l George Spencer: Distinction*, Distinction*, A l Joss Crang: Distinction*, Distinction*, B “Although we will miss them all, we wish all our students the very best for the future and congratulate them on their achievements.”
SBL Academy
Successful students at IKB Academy in Keynsham: Harrison Isaacs, Cahen Vann, Rio Barrett, Rowan Pitts, Dion Lowe and Jake Wichard Mr Cooper added: “We are incredibly pleased that almost all of our students have already been offered a place in the next stage of their chosen route in either education, training or employment on the basis of the grades they have achieved, whilst we continue to support those who are waiting on pending applications. “We are proud that Chloe Kennedy will read History at the University of Oxford and Milly Comber successfully gained a place on Veterinary Science at the University of Liverpool.” From September, Wellsway’s post-16 provision becomes part of the trust-wide Futura Sixth. Danny Wilkinson, director of post-16, said: “We have seen a high number of applications, meaning many more students will have the chance to achieve the success our sixth-formers
have achieved this year.” To enrol for September 2021, visit any of the schools from September 2.
IKB Academy IKB specialises in STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering and maths) and is delighted that 75 per cent of students have earned places to study or work in these areas. These include young people going off to study medicine, engineering, microbiology, motor engineering, computing and architecture at Russell Group universities and two gaining highly competitive apprenticeships with Rolls Royce and GKN. Principal Debbie Gibbs said: “Results day is always one of the most enjoyable days of the school year and we were delighted to
To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 9082121 or 07715770448
Many Year 13s from SBL made excellent progress and students have accepted offers from competitive universities including Bristol, Bath, Cardiff, Edinburgh and Southampton. Students have also received outstanding apprenticeship offers from the Ministry of Defence and Rolls Royce. Principal Dean Anderson said: “We are also very proud that our students have chosen to pursue pathways that will make a fantastic contribution to society in future, such as Aeronautics & Astronautics, Biomedical Sciences, Cancer Biology and Immunobiology, Chemical Engineering, Economics, Education, Law, Politics and Psychology.” Outstanding achievers included: l Bailey Clark: 4 A*s l Stefan Mills: 2 A*s and 2 As l James Penny: 2 A*s and Distinction* l Jack Davies: 2 A*s and A l Mia Davies: 2 A*s and A l Lizzie Skellett: 2 A*s and A
Email Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
September, 2021
13
n EDUCATION
Wellsway welcomes new principal
Rob Pearsall meets Wellsway students
ROB Pearsall is the new Principal and Executive Head of Wellsway School and IKB Academy. The Voice gave him a chance to introduce himself to the people of Keynsham. Hello Rob, and welcome to Keynsham. Tell us what attracted you to this role. I had the opportunity to lead Plymstock School in Plymouth, where I’d worked since 2009, for two years while the head was on a secondment. I was looking for my own headship and wanted a school and trust that chimed with my values and moral purpose. I found that at Wellsway and was delighted to be appointed. What in particular stood out for you about Wellsway? The Wellsway trust, now renamed Futura Learning Partnership, has the highest expectations of its students and staff within a culture of kindness. Wellsway School is a very special place - a caring environment with a team of staff who have the highest aspirations for the young people in their care. My priority is to ensure that in every classroom our students experience consistent and highly effective teaching and learning, and that their effort is celebrated. How are you getting to know the school? I managed a couple of brief visits since I was appointed at the end of April. I have been struck by the students' politeness and courtesy. I was delighted to attend one of the induction days for those starting in Year 7 this month to welcome them. I was so impressed by their energy and enthusiasm. What will be your first actions this year? I will work with the Vice Principals at Wellsway, David Cooper and Sophie Francis, and the Head of School at IKB, Debbie Gibbs, to ensure we continue to provide the very best educational
experiences at the heart of the community. There will no major changes to the way we do things, although we always seek to further improve. We have a focus on excellence for both our culture and curriculum, so that it allows all young people to succeed both now and in the future. I am very much looking forward to getting to know the staff team, the students and their families over the coming year so we can work together to help young people become the best they can be. What do you think has been the impact of the Covid-19 emergency on education? It has been an extraordinary time. It started soon after I had become head at Plymstock and there was so much for everyone to cope with. I learned a lot about myself and the people I worked with. The young people have been incredible, especially those in the exam years. They have shown such resilience and perseverance and deserve every success. They have bounced back so well.
Tell us a bit more about your career to date I’ve been a teacher for 26 years. I started out teaching business studies, ICT and economics, but soon realised that my passion was for the pastoral side of my work. I have led on behaviour, safety and welfare for students, been a special educational needs co-ordinator and worked on reducing the gap between disadvantaged students and their peers. I believe schools must be inclusive, but with an understanding that children need clear boundaries and must be supported to have high expectations so they can become the best versions of themselves. What about beyond work? Outside school, I enjoy being outdoors, whether that’s walking, running or gardening. I am glad to see that Wellsway has such a strong culture of extra-curricular activities for students. My wife, who is also a teacher, and I are relocating from Devon. We lived in Bath before we trained as teachers. We have two sons, aged 23 and 21.
CURTAIN FLAIR LTD Established in 2003
Unit 9 Lays Farm Trading Estate, Charlton Road, Keynsham, Bristol BS31 2SE Tel: 0117 9867277 info@curtainflairltd.com www.curtainflairltd.com
Got News? Call Keynsham Voice on 0117 9082121
Email news@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
14
GCSE RESULTS
August, 2021
Exciting prospects
BROADLANDS Academy student Ethan from Keynsham was blown away by his GCSE grades, which exceeded expectations after a difficult year. Ethan - pictured here with his mum - said that the last year had "not been great" after losing his uncle to coronavirus and learning online - all while he cared for a disabled family member. "My grandad discovered
he had a tumour and my uncle passed away sadly due to Covid. And I'm a young carer, so juggling all of that and school was a difficult thing. So I am glad I have got the results that I have." Ethan achieved a grade 9 in English Language, grade 8 in English Literature, and four grade 7s. He will now do a two-year diploma in Game Design at boomsatsuma college in Bristol.
STUDENTS from Broadlands Academy are celebrating their GCSE results after months away from school because of lockdowns and Covid restrictions. The following students did particularly well and will go on to pursue exciting post-16 paths: l Eesha Arora gained 9s in all three sciences, plus a further two 9s and four 8s. She plans to study A-levels in Maths, Chemistry and Business at St Brendan’s Sixth Form College. l Libby Dickens gained 9s in both English Language and Literature, plus a further 9, two BTEC Distinctions, three 8s and one 7. She is heading for Bath College to study Sport and Exercise Science. l James Giles gained a Distinction in BTEC Performing Arts, seven 8s, and one 7, and is bound for St Brendan's, where he will study English, Drama and Computing. l Martyna Ostaszewska sat two languages and achieved three 9s,
four 8s and two 7s, and is going to boomsatsuma in Bristol to study Video Games, VR and VF. Broadlands headteacher Louise Hamilton said: “I am delighted for our Year 11 students. They have worked so hard, both this year and last year, despite all of the challenges and disruption that Covid brought. “They deserve these grades and I am incredibly proud of what each and every one of them has achieved. Whether they are going onto study A-levels, vocational qualifications, or going into employment or training, they have a bright future ahead.” David Hatchett, National Director of Secondary Schools at AET said: “Today’s GCSE results are testament to the hard work of students over what has been a very disruptive two years. I congratulate each and every one of them, and pay tribute to our teachers, who have made today’s results possible in these challenging circumstances.”
Autumn Open Events Open Evening: Thursday 3O September 2021 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Head Teacher’s Presentations at 6.00pm & 6.45pm
Open Mornings: of high “A culturetations expec ition... and ambwants the everyone r pupils.” best fo 0117 986 4791 contactus@broadlandsacademy.org @BroadlandsBS31
“Pupils are known as individuals and feel valued by others”
Tues 5, Wed 6 and Thurs 7th October 2021 (by appointment)
www.broadlandsacademy.org Broadlands Academy, St Francis Road, Keynsham, Bristol BS31 2DY
To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 9082121 or 07715770448
Email Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
September, 2021
keynshamvoice
GCSE RESULTS
15
NEWS
after great results
Summer schools success
CHILDREN have enjoyed exciting summer school activities at Wellsway in Keynsham. They were among more than 100 youngster who enjoyed events at four Futura Learning Partnership secondaries. At Wellsway School, children got involved in creating poems and choreographing drama performances, as well as many sports and games. The other schools involved were Aspire Academy, Bedminster Down and SBL Academy.
Twins Ellis and Georgia were among those celebrating at Broadlands
Director of Education Gary Schlick said: “These summer schools have been a wonderful success and have really helped young people prepare for the transition to secondary education. “We have been so impressed with the enthusiasm and commitment they have shown and we are extremely grateful to the staff who gave up their time to run these sessions. It will help all our schools get the new academic year off to a strong start.”
Dads' toddler group restarts WHO Let the Dads Out, the popular Saturday morning toddler group for dads, grandads and father figures, is restarting. Sessions will take place on the third Saturday of the month at St John’s Church Hall, starting on September 18, and the fourth Saturday of the month at St Francis Church Centre, Warwick Road, starting on September
25. Sessions run from 10am to 11.30am. There will be equipment for the children to play on, plus drinks and bacon rolls for the dads while they play with their children. For more details, contact Keynsham parish office – phone 0117 9863354 or email keynshamwltdo@yahoo.co.uk
Fine Art Auctioneers & Valuers A Trusted Presence Since 1860
FREE DRIVE-THROUGH VALUATION DAYS Monday 6th - Tuesday 7th & Monday 27th & Tuesday 28th September 9:30am - 1pm & 2pm - 5pm
Held at the salerooms NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY
FREE, NO OBLIGATION VALUATIONS
Specialist Sale Preview:
After Laurence Stephen Lowry, (1887-1976) - Signed print – ‘Berwick upon Tweed’, signed in pencil, 56cm x 43cm
£3000 - £5000
www.clevedonsalerooms.com 01934 830 111 info@clevedonsalerooms.com
Next Specialist Sale: Thursday 2nd September at 10:30am
Clevedon Salerooms, The Auction Centre, Kenn Road, Clevedon, Bristol, BS21 6TT
Got News? Call Keynsham Voice on 0117 9082121
To browse and bid visit: www.clevedonsalerooms.com
Email news@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
16
September, 2021
n NEWS FROM OUR MP
n NEWS
Joe's starring role at St Mary's fete
B
ath and North East Somerset Council recently announced that proposals to help reduce car use and the impacts of car travel in the district will go out to public consultation alongside the Local Plan Partial Update. The council has “declared climate and ecological emergencies with a target to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030” and since transport accounts for 29% of B&NES’ carbon emissions, the council will seek to reduce vehicle mileage by 25% per person, shift to 76% ULEV and 14% hybrid vehicles and permit just 10% of vehicles to be powered by petrol and diesel. The draft Transport and Development Supplementary Planning Document, which if approved claims to help the environment via future changes to transport policies set out in the Local Plan Partial update, would be used by the council to assess development plans, proposals and requirements (where planning permission is sought). These initiatives, led by the Liberal Democrat cabinet, seem at last in part to be missing the point and contribute to the negative approach to green policies that seek to stop people doing things. As vehicles become cleaner there is no need to reduce car journeys. Cars, vans and lorries powered by electricity writes for made from renewable sources or hydrogen are not polluting and it is sheer bossiness to stop people driving. The independence and convenience of driving is something politicians should welcome, with the focus on emissions, not mileage. Green policies will be successful if they lead to higher living standards and economic prosperity. New technologies show that this is possible and preferable to the outdated, “hair shirt” environmentalism of the Adullamites. MenDoSing-KeynshamVoiceAdvert.qxp_Layout 1 06/08/2021 17:31 Page 1
ST Mary’s Church Fête returns to Bitton on Saturday September 11 after a year’s absence and will be opened by actor Joe Sims. Joe took his first steps into acting as a pupil at Sir Bernard Lovell School and achieved fame in shows such as ITV’s Broadchurch. Items on sale at the event, which starts at 1.30pm, include cakes, jams and chutneys, handicrafts, nearly new clothes, household items and books, and activities will feature skittles and a coconut shy. Entertainment will be provided by Oldland Brass Band, the Somerset Morris and Professor Hudd’s Punch and Judy show. There will be refreshment stalls, a barbeque on the main field and in the church, cream teas in the garden of Church Farm, and a licensed bar. Highcroft Veterinary Centre will run a dog show, and there will be a display of classic cars. The fête will end after the drawing of the raffle - first prize being a Fortnum & Mason hamper donated by Fine & Country of Bath and an egg-throwing competition.
Jacob Rees-Mogg Keynsham Voice
YES! MEN DO SING SIMON – JOHN – CHRIS – ROGER
“Come along and meet us and the members of Bath Male Choir!” STARTING BACK ON TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 7th
We’re Back Again!
FROM SEPTEMBER
with rehearsals every TUESDAY evening at Beechen Cliff Methodist in Bear Flat from 7:45pm-9:30pm Bath Male Choir are one of the best-loved choirs in the UK. They have sung around the UK and Europe and visited Boston in the States and Japan in recent years.
“I’ve never sung in a Choir . . . . . but I
do love to sing”
Conductors: Grenville and Laurie Jones email: choirs@grenvillemusic.co.uk
To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 9082121 or 07715770448
www.bathmalechoir.org Email Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
September, 2021
17
NEWS
Wild welcome in Hedgehog Street PEOPLE in Keynsham have been doing their bit to create a hedgehog highway. Leaflets were sent to residents in the St Francis Road area in March asking them to create gaps in fences to allow the hogs access from one garden to another, create piles of leaves, put out water and food and possibly hedgehog homes. Since then, hedgehogs have found welcoming gardens in which to feed and rest. One resident said: “Hogs have been visiting my garden for years, and I suspect I am on their regular night route for food, as they appear at a regular time every night and make a return visit in the morning as they go back to bed. “I don’t use chemicals in my garden as I find that not doing so means the birds, insects and hogs keep everything under as much control as I need.”
Another resident saw a hedgehog come into their kitchen to eat from the cat’s food bowl. Several residents have also put up posters – designed by young residents Charlie, Ray and Stanley - asking drivers to be aware of hedgehogs in the road. The project has sparked interest in neighbouring roads from residents who also want to make their gardens hedgehogfriendly. For more information, please contact Helen Stone at helen59stone@gmail.com l Back to nature: Page 28
ADVERTISING FEATURE
Choirs are coming back AFTER 18 months of lockdown, Bath music man Grenville Jones is “over the moon” to be back conducting his choirs locally, including Keynsham, as well as adding nine new choirs under his Good Afternoon Choir banner from Cornwall to Cheltenham. “It has been tough for all of us across the UK whose choir work completely stopped. Then of course there were the many thousands of amateur choir singers whose hobby came to an abrupt halt. Now ‘good to be back’ takes on a wholly new meaning.” Grenville is recognised as one of the leading choir conductors in the UK. In past months he has been interviewed on national and regional TV and radio about the enforced singing lockdown of choirs while going online with Zoom and YouTube sofa-singing at home sessions with participants from across the world. He is also founder of the Golden-Oldies charity, which before lockdown was running over 200 sessions in community rooms, church halls and libraries across England and Wales. Goldies sessions will also resume soon.
As a choir leader, he has resumed with his Keynsham and Wells Afternoon Choir rehearsals. The Bath Good Afternoon Choir was due to start on September 2 and the celebrated Bath Male Choir, who made the national headlines on the BBC series Last Choir Standing, begins rehearsals on Tuesday September 7. Grenville’s popular 100-voice Welcome Chorus was also due to meet again on September 2, with concerts planned in the build-up to Christmas. Over the past months, Grenville has been busy taking his Goldies charity online with twice weekly www.goldieslive sessions. He has also been adding new choirs, taking the number of Good Afternoon Choirs in the West Country to 19, with 12 experienced leaders, including Matt Finch and John Stanford, who live in Bath. All the groups welcome new singers for what Grenville describes as “the best hobby there is.” Full details of Grenville’s choirs and his charity can be found at www.grenvillejones.biz l Goldies return: Page 35
Watch out! Ray and Stanley from St Francis Road with their poster asking drivers to slow down to protect hedgehogs. Above left, a hedgehog on Zoe and Graham’s garden path
THE KEYFORD DANCING SCHOOL BALLET * TAP
*
JAZZ * MODERN
SHOWS - EXAMINATIONS - MEDAL TESTS - DISPLAYS QUALIFIED TEACHERS CLASSES FOR CHILDREN & ADULTS
LIMITED PLACES AVAILABLE IN KEYNSHAM DAILY & SALTFORD on WEDNESDAY DANCE FOR FUN * TO EXERCISE * GAIN QUALIFICATIONS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
Call TRICIA on 01761 452073 Or Email tricia.veale@btopenworld.com
To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 9082121 or 07715770448
visit www.keyforddancingschool.co.uk Visit us on facebook RAD * ISTD * BTDA
First 2 classes FREE Email Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
18
September, 2021
KEYNSHAM MEMORIES
with Keynsham & Saltford Local History Society
The futuristic bandstand was a feature of Keynsham Park from the early 1960s until it was demolished prior to replacement in 2007. This photograph is dated 1967, but we have no details of the school event that it shows.
Charterhouse Care Home Residential l Nursing l Respite l Dementia
Ex Now pa av n ca ded aila re re fac sid ble ilit en ies tia l
Discover the very best in residential care at Charterhouse Residential care is now available to complement the nursing, dementia and respite care already on offer. Charterhouse is a friendly and welcoming care home in the luxurious surroundings of The Chocolate Quarter in Keynsham.
0117 919 4268 www.stmonicatrust.org.uk/charterhouse Registered Charity 202151
To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 9082121 or 07715770448
Email Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
September, 2021
19
n NEWS FROM THE METRO MAYOR
Code Red: Climate emergency needs leadership
LAST month’s United Nations report couldn’t have been clearer on the climate emergency: it’s Code Red for humanity. Unless world leaders take urgent action, our planet carries on heating up, meaning more devastating floods, more fierce heatwaves, more vicious wildfires. The easiest thing for decision-makers would be doing more of the same when it comes to economic growth and jobs. Some say that’s what created this global crisis. But leadership isn’t about taking easy decisions – quite the opposite. Radical and creative thinking is long overdue. As a teenager growing up in our area, I remember a slogan of the time: “Think globally, act locally.” That couldn’t be more apt. I’m sticking firm to my commitment to oppose Bristol Airport’s proposed expansion. That isn’t about stunting economic growth, as some may paint it, it’s about taking urgent, pragmatic local action to protect our irreplaceable planet. Of course we need more jobs here as we emerge from a brutal pandemic, but in green industries, not airports, investing in projects to help meet our ambitious goal of being carbon neutral by 2030. This month I’ll launch a £20 million Green Recovery Fund, in line with the commitment I made to you during the spring’s Metro Mayor
election. You’ll hear more about this soon. In four months since becoming Metro Mayor I’ve given funding to several other environmentally-focused projects. Bristol’s biggest visitor attraction, Brunel’s SS Great Britain, bagged money from the West of England Combined Authority, which I lead, for a heat recovery device to stop its hull rusting. Made by Husk, a Bristol company customising kitchen cabinets, received a grant for LED lighting and solar panels. Pentagon Play, a Bradley Stoke playground equipment firm, got money for energy-saving improvements to its building. Embracing pedal power, I secured £248,000 from the government for electric bicycles which make it easier to get around, leaving cars at home without having to be a lycra-clad fitness fanatic! Look out for details of taster sessions, training courses and loan schemes. That fits well with work just starting on a new cycling and walking trail, made possible by a £1 million grant from the West of England Combined Authority, around the stunning Chew Valley Lake, which is visited by thousands of people across our area, including me and my dog, Angel. Anticipating future challenges and finding solutions has always been key to progress, and there’s great work in that respect going on locally. At S&B Automotive in Bedminster I met
Metro Mayor
Dan Norris
writes for the Voice apprentices being trained to service the electric vehicles of the future, removing roadblocks to achieving the plan to end petrol and diesel car sales by 2030. In a few weeks’ time COP26, the UN climate change conference, begins in Glasgow. We’ll be reminded again of what looms unless we take collective action. Just over 10 years ago I was Environment Minister: it was clear there was an emergency back then, but now it’s even more urgent. Code Red is real. It’s humanity’s greatest crisis. Let’s work together here in the West of England to play our part in beating it.
Slimming World taste
m o d ee fr Slimming World taste freedom the
Contact your local Slimming World Consultant and join a warm and friendly group today!
St Cuthbert’s Church, Brislington Julie - 07854 806096 Mon 5.30pm & Tues 9.30am Hengrove Community Centre Sarah - 07879 443888 Tues 9.30am Saltford Hall Cher - 07824 336925 Contact your local Slimming World Consultant Weds 7.00pm and join a warm and friendly group today! slimmingworld.co.uk Bridge Farm School, Whitchurch Sarah - 07879 443888 Weds 5.30pm & 7.00pm Keynsham Baptist Church Kelly - 07795 951137 Thurs Morning 7.30am, 9.00am & 10.30am Thurs Evening 5.30pm & 7.00pm
the
slimmingworld.co.uk
Got News? Call Keynsham Voice on 0117 9082121
Email news@keynshamvoice.co.uk
ULTRAFAST BROADBAND FOR KEYNSHAM
Place your order today truespeed.com 01225 233 060
keynshamvoice
September, 2021
21
THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH Ken Plant, a reader at St Mary’s Church, Saltford
n NEWS
tastes change, our ‘ Our way of looking at the
world in general changes and our values change.
I
f I asked whether you liked poetry, some would Sadly, as a minister of religion (and that’s a strange stop reading any further, but if I asked whether you title, isn’t it?) I know that lots of people try not to liked music, the answer would probably be yes … change their ideas when it comes to ideas about God. assuming it was the kind of music you were into. They don’t let their daily experience of life interact We all have preferences and they are different from with those ideas. It almost seems that they try to stay other people’s. We could all think of lots of other things with the stories about God which they learned as that interest, amuse or entertain us and which give us children and never move on to get to know the God pleasure … and the same applies to them. We have those stories are about. Therefore, God becomes a set preferences. of ideas, rather than a ‘person’ with whom one can It’s interesting to notice that these preferences develop a relationship. change in our lifetime. Our tastes change, our way of This brings us back to the mention of poetry. RS looking at the world in general changes and our values Thomas wrote poems on many different topics and change. amongst them, poems about his search for God. He This is largely because of our increasing experience found it hard to relate to God in the ways he wanted to. of life. Life’s events, and the people we meet and talk In one place he speaks of God as “This great absence with, broaden our horizons. They cause us to grow and that is like a presence that compels me to address it…” mature and as that happens, we change. Some of his ‘God poems’ are very bleak, but others Years ago, I read a tribute to a famous writer which reveal an ever-growing relationship with God, whom said that throughout his life his values and attitudes he’s given up trying to explain but whom he is learning never changed. What a dreadful thing to say about to trust and live with. Some of these poems may someone! It meant that he never grew or matured. I do help those of us where going to church doesn’t. Both so hope that the writer of that tribute was wrong. require getting involved. Shall we try? Winter Voice ad.qxp_Layout 1 19/09/2020 23:02 Page 1
A HAPPY RETIREMENT IS JUST ROUND THE CORNER
Take a walk into the past
A SERIES of local history walks has made a successful return. Last month’s event organised by Keynsham & Saltford Local History Society saw 28 people join Steve Spear for a walk along the Bristol Road. Steve described several long-lost pubs, including the King’s Head, and the rebuilding of the main road by John Macadam in the 1820s. This month’s walks are: September 12: Along the Chew Valley to Chewton Mill, returning via The Scrambles/Stoney Lane and the allotments. Part of this is quite steep, with a rough surface, so proper walking shoes/boots are needed. Distance 2-3 miles. Led by Keith Norton. September 26: Keynsham central area including the High Street, Abbey, Colour Mill and New Inn. Distance 1-2 miles. Led by Richard Dyson. Both walks start at Keynsham Memorial Park café at 2.30pm. All are welcome and it’s free.
abbeyfield-bristol.co.uk
RETIRE YOUR WAY IN KEYNSHAM
Privacy, company, independence, support… Retirement living the way you want it. Studios and one-bed flats to rent in our supported houses. Happiness starts with a viewing.
BRISTOL AND KEYNSHAM
YOUR 4th WEEK IS FREE!*
Call 0117 973 6997
ALSO IN HENLEAZE | REDLAND | HANHAM | EASTER COMPTON
Got News? Call Keynsham Voice on 0117 9082121
*Terms and conditions apply
Email news@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
22
n 1st KEYNSHAM SCOUTS
September, 2021
Hiking, paddling, singing
Enjoying some backwoods cooking
Summer camp in numbers n 700 slices of cake eaten (as well as 700 pieces of fruit) n 2 birthdays celebrated n 1 pair of hiking boots in lost property n Over 350 sandwiches made n 1kg coffee brewed (for the leaders!)
Raft-building and paddleboarding at Cotswold Water Park
n KEYNSHAM IN BLOOM
Busy autumn lies ahead
MANICURE/PEDICURE * WAXING * FACIALS MASSAGE * TINTING * SPRAY TANNING
40a Temple Street, Keynsham, BS31 1EH E: beautyatserendipity@gmail.com
Tel: 01179 869 672 www.beautyatserendipity.com
AT last some more settled weather is on the horizon and our early autumn gardens are enjoying the sunshine. Although we are a hardy bunch, we KIB volunteers decided to hang up our gardening tools, give the Pocket Park a miss on Saturday August 21, drink coffee and watch the rain from our kitchen windows. All being well, it'll be work on forthcoming Saturdays, and all are welcome to deadhead, weed and enjoy some conversation. If you would like to become a volunteer, please contact keynshaminbloom@icloud.com, catherinemarywoodman@gmail. com or drop a note with your details through the town council letterbox. We will be planting bulbs this autumn, and if anyone has any surplus plants and bulbs, please bring donations at 10am on Saturdays and we will plant them immediately. The Pocket Park has risen from neglect to be a place of quiet contemplation and a fun area for families enjoying a picnic or coffee break. All are welcome and the litter
To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 9082121 or 07715770448
bin will be happy to take the leftovers of your visit. GWR works closely with Keynsham In Bloom and we intend to make the Bath and Bristol railway platform areas welcoming to all visitors. Please do not forget the KIB stall at the Eco Festival being held on Market Walk on Saturday 18th September, 10am to 3pm. We are promoting the use of peat-free compost and encouraging young people to plant up seeds and take them home in recycled containers to grow on. There is also a competition to ‘Name the Bee’ and some plants for sale. The colouring competition for local children, whose entries are on display in the council window, is still open to judging, so please write a note of your favourite infant and junior pictures and post it through the council’s door. On Thursday October 7, KIB representatives visit the Winter Gardens in Weston-super-Mare to hear how we fared in South West In Bloom. The results will feature in another Voice article in the autumn. Mary Woodman, KIB volunteer
Email Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
September, 2021
23
n 1st KEYNSHAM SCOUTS
- it's all go at summer camp
n WHAT'S ON
O
ften the highlight of the Scouting year, 1st Keynsham Scouts spent a week at Cranham, Gloucestershire, for an action-packed adventure. There was something for everyone, whether that was tie-dyeing neckers, competing in fairground games or (supervised!) archery and axe skills. Three groups of Scouts also put their navigation skills to the test with a hike and overnight camp. Another hike took them to Coopers Hill, famous for the annual cheese rolling festival, with spectacular views across the valley. There was also a midweek treat with wood-fired pizza from Pizza Adorare. Thank you to Simon, who gave everyone a well-enjoyed break from open-fire cooking. Every summer camp has a mystery day out, and this year the Scouts went to Cotswold Water Park for paddleboarding, kayaking and canoeing. There were also plenty of
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
A hiking group makes its way back to base during the summer camp campfire songs, thanks to the Go Entertain team, and impromptu renditions of Sweet Caroline and the Macarena in the rain. Here’s to next year! n We’re excited to welcome the public to Scout HQ for the launch of a new book on Saturday October 2, 10am-3pm. Keynsham and its Scouts is a limited hardback by Dr Allen Warren, a former Scout and
Scout Leader, who will be there to answer questions. There will also be an exhibition of the group’s archives from 1909. Those who have pre-ordered the book can collect it on the day, but copies can still be pre-ordered by emailing History@1stkeynshamscouts.org. uk. All profits go to 1st Keynsham Scouts.
Email us at: news@keynshamvoice.co.uk or call us on 07887 561567
Thursday
n Pilates Class led by Physiotherapist Kate. Suitable for beginners and improvers. St Francis Church Hall, Warwick Rd, Keynsham. Thursdays 7-7.55pm, 6-week block of classes £54. Online and recorded classes are also available, as well as 1:1 sessions at my Saltford studio. To book your place, please contact Kate 07518 522292 kate@corerehab-physio.co.uk, www.corerehab-physio.co.uk
Friday
n Pilates Class led by Physiotherapist Kate. Suitable for beginners and improvers. St Francis Church Hall, Warwick Rd, Keynsham. Fridays 10-10.55am. 6-week block of classes £54. Online and recorded classes are also available, as well as 1:1 sessions at my Saltford studio. To book your place, please call or email Kate 07518 522292 kate@corerehab-physio.co.uk www.corerehab-physio.co.uk Scouts make a splash during their mystery day out at Cotswold Water Park
Amanda’s
Mobile Foot Care
• Routine Foot Care • Diabetic Foot Care • Toe Nail Cutting • Filing • Hard Skin • Corn Reduction • Fungal Nails • Ingrowing Toe Nails • Verrucas • Cracked Heels • Thickened Nails Complimentry Foot Massage Included FULL PPE WORN AT APPOINTMENTS
Amanda Cook S.A.C. DIP RHFP Insured & DBS checked
T: 07718 205962 E: amanda.cook2@sky.com
Got News? Call Keynsham Voice on 0117 9082121
£5 off
your first appointment
Email news@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
24
September, 2021
n NEWS
Civic centre poised for £1.6m revamp COUNCIL offices built seven years ago in a £35 million makeover of Keynsham town centre are set to get a £1.6 million revamp. Despite being among the most energy efficient buildings in the country when it was finished, the award-winning civic centre is currently underused. Bath and North East Somerset Council wants to capitalise on changes brought about by the pandemic that mean more staff are working from home. A decision notice for the seven-figure investment says the civic centre will become the new hub for all the authority’s Bath employees at Lewis House and St Martin’s Hospital, as well as most Guildhall colleagues. On top of the £50,000 saving when it left St Martin’s Hospital last year, the council could secure £425,000 a year in rent from Lewis House and cut its costs by £172,000, while meeting online rather than in person could save it a further £400,000. The cash injection in Keynsham Civic Centre will boost its capacity from 550 to 650, improve the design, provide spaces for private and confidential working, and add new artwork and graphics. The decision notice, signed off by deputy leader Richard Samuel, says: “The capital business plan provides £1,655,000 of
funding to deliver the redesign scheme for interior refurbishment works, including architectural design and fit-out, furnishings, space planning and independent surveys and analysis of the building to determine what occupancy is acceptable within the currently naturally ventilated building.” Giving the rationale for doing the work now, the decision notice says: “The council could retain the current office building estates and associated costs but would not be capitalising on the opportunity that the pandemic has presented us with. “As a result of Covid, the world of work
is set to change on a permanent basis. It is recognised that organisations which proactively respond to the opportunities afforded by the pandemic and reorganise their arrangements are most likely to have a more effective recovery.” The council will look to adapt other work locations at the Guildhall, the fourth floor of Lewis House and The Hollies in Midsomer Norton to give staff a choice of location for bookable meeting spaces. Stephen Sumner, Local Democracy Reporting Service
n MESSAGE FROM AVON & SOMERSET PCC
Speeding: a choice that puts others’ lives at risk
H
ELLO to September – and good luck to all of those who are starting or returning to school, college and university. Personally, I still cannot believe that we are almost three quarters of the way through 2021! My team and I continue to gather momentum and I feel well and truly embedded within the role. As I discussed in my last column, the police and crime survey, which closes on September 20, continues to be a focus and I am still calling on local people and communities to tell me what policing issues matter most to them by completing it. The feedback from the survey will help shape my Police and Crime Plan, a legal document that includes various aspects about the policing of the area, how the chief constable will be held to
account and how the PCC will use the money to deliver an effective and efficient service and support other services, such as victim support providers. We’ve had a great response already to the survey, but we want to continue to hear from as many local people, from all walks of life, right up until it closes. The survey is an opportunity for residents and businesses to tell me their views, thoughts and concerns about policing in their villages, towns and cities. As PCC, I am the bridge between local people and the police, and I want as many people as possible to tell me what they want their police service to focus on. The survey takes just 10 minutes to complete and will make a real difference to policing in your communities. You can find it at my website, www.
avonandsomerset-pcc.gov.uk. Last month, the Avon and Somerset road safety and road policing teams carried out enhanced operations across the area as part of a national speed enforcement campaign. Based on information and footage provided by local people, they targeted repeat offenders and speeding hotspots, including the Stoke Gifford area. They have also been working closely with partners including Community Speedwatch groups and local authorities to find solutions to some specific road safety concerns. Speeding is a choice that puts others’ lives at risk and I want to thank those who comply with speed limits to keep themselves and others safe. I am delighted that the police are listening to local people and working hard to
To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 9082121 or 07715770448
With Police and Crime Commissioner Mark Shelford address them by working closely with partners including local authorities, Highways England and the fire services to find solutions to road safety concerns. We all have a role to play in tackling speeding drivers, so do not forget that you can report speeding concerns to the police at www.avonandsomerset.police. uk/report.
Email Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
September, 2021
keynshamvoice
25
KEYNSHAM AND SALTFORD LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY
Local girl who pursued her political ideals
I
t is easy to forget people who are born locally but move away and achieve success in later life. Lucy Middleton was one of these, a remarkable and principled woman who devoted most of her life to furthering the political ideals Lucy Middleton of pacificism and Photo: Parliamentary Archive socialism that she believed in so passionately. Born on 9th May 1894 as Lucy Annie Cox, she was the second daughter of Sidney Cox and his wife Ada. Sidney was a wire drawer at the Keynsham Brass Mills and the family lived at 16 Albert Road, Keynsham, which at that time was only just being developed. Lucy entered Keynsham Primary School on 4th February 1901. She seemed to excel at all she attempted. In August 1906 she took first place in the under-14 class to create a bouquet at Keynsham Flower Show, and in the 1911 Bristol Sunday School Union scholars’ examination through Keynsham Baptist Church, she took fourth prize with an essay on Elijah. An intelligent girl, she gained a Somerset County Scholarship in 1908 to study at Colston Girls' School in Bristol and there won a twoyear scholarship to become a pupil teacher. Following training at Bristol University, she taught for ten years in various schools. From her father, Lucy had developed a strong interest in radical politics and in 1916 she joined the Independent Labour Party (ILP). After three years she became secretary of the Keynsham branch, attending the annual
We are running two more Sunday afternoon history walks this month. These are: September 12: Along the Chew Valley to Chewton Mill, back via The Scrambles/Stoney Lane and past the allotments. Note that part of this is quite steep, with a rough surface, so proper walking shoes/boots are needed. Distance 2-3 miles. Led by Keith Norton. This walk will go near Chewton Place, conferences, and moved upwards through the organisation. Deeply affected by the slaughter of the Great War, she became increasingly involved in pacifism and as well as working for the ILP, Lucy joined the No-More-War movement and travelled around the country speaking at rallies on its behalf. By September 1924, Lucy had become the organising secretary of the movement and the next year general secretary, in which capacity she continued into the 1930s. Leaving the pacifist movement to concentrate on party politics, she decided it was time to try to become a Member of Parliament, at a time when female candidates were few and far between (it was only two years since the franchise had been extended to all women). She stood unsuccessfully for Labour in Sevenoaks in 1931, followed by several other contests, before
which is pictured here possibly about the end of the 19th century. September 26: Keynsham central area including the High Street, Abbey, Colour Mill and New Inn. Distance 1-2 miles. Led by Richard Dyson. Both walks will start at the café in Keynsham Memorial Park, leaving at 2.30pm. All are welcome and there is no charge. becoming MP for Plymouth Sutton, as one of the 15 women elected in the Labour landslide of 1945. The focus of her interest remained very much on international affairs but she found time occasionally to raise issues relevant to her Somerset birthplace, as in 1947 when she asked the Minister of Transport “when is it expected that work will be commenced on the proposed new section of the Bristol-Bath road to by-pass the village of Keynsham.” Lucy lost her seat in Plymouth in 1951 and failed to regain it in 1955. Nevertheless, she remained active for the rest of her life, advising the Labour government and running the charity War on Want for 10 years from 1958. She died in 1983. l This piece is based on an article in the society’s 2017 journal by editor Brian Vowles Richard Dyson
Bello Capelli with Lisa, Holly, Courtney & Matilda
Specialising in Balayage Come in for a consultation!
Eyebrow wax or tint, only £5
Ring or pop in for a quote
EAR PIERCING AVAILABLE £18
OAP days Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday Late night opening WEDNESDAY 7.30pm Closed Thursday
38 Temple Street, Keynsham
Tel: 0117 9860 392
Got News? Call Keynsham Voice on 0117 9082121
Email news@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
26
September, 2021
n ADVERTISING FEATURE
Perfect way to celebrate 30th anniversary
PERFECT Fit is celebrating 30 years of providing quality lingerie items and expertise in Keynsham. The business, at 50 Temple Street, was started by Lynn Young back in 1991. In 2007, she took on Debbie French, who very quickly became manager. And in 2016, Debbie took over the business completely. The focus has always been on offering an expert fitting service, quality products and a large choice of lingerie for all sizes and ages. Perfect Fit specialises in many areas - general lingerie, maternity, medical, bridal, swimwear, all-yearround and also the elderly who are now not catered for in department stores. Brides can take in their dresses and have the lingerie fitted exactly to the dress, reassured that all will look fine for that perfect wedding day. Medically, Perfect Fit is recommended by local hospitals for women who have had surgery so that they are fitted correctly and with the right style of lingerie.
Debbie French at Perfect Fit, which is celebrating 30 great years Debbie said: “Over the years, Perfect Fit has gone from strength to strength, due to always looking for ways to help ladies who have sensitive issues, and also priding
ourselves in going the extra mile. “Perfect Fit has a good, dedicated team of staff who are fully trained and very professional at all times.”
She added: “It is important to fit lingerie correctly. We help with the fitting of girls needing their first bra to ladies of any age, the oldest being a lovely lady at the age of 103! “We have been open when legally allowed throughout the pandemic. For our clients, we are still wearing face masks, and we still ask clients to do the same unless exempt. “Hand sanitisers are available in all the fitting rooms, sales counter and at the entrance. We are able to post items if required, but always advise to be fitted first.” Perfect Fit’s end-of-line sale starts on September 4. And to celebrate this month’s 30th anniversary, Debbie is also offering 10% for all her customers from September 6 for one week only. If customers make a purchase during that week, they will be entered into a prize draw for a set of lingerie. For more information, please call Debbie on 0117 9860950 or Tessa Welbourn on 07816 326634.
10%10% OFFOFF all purchases all purchases
from 6th - 11th September
F O
from (Excludes 6th-11th September selected lines)
Celebrating Celebrating years 30 years30 this September this September
O R
Expertly measuring & fitting Lingerie for all occasions, all ages, all sizes
Expertly measuring & fitting Lingerie for all Occasions, All ages, All Sizes
P
GENERAL LINGERIE • BRIDAL • MATERNITY • THE ELDERLY • SPORTS • MEDICAL & SUPPORT • SWIMWEAR & NIGHTWEAR enquiries@perfectfit.uk.com • www.perfectfit.uk.com • 0117 9860950 • 50 Temple St, Keynsham BS31 1EH
GENERAL LINGERIE | BRIDAL | MATERNITY | THE ELDERLY | SPORTS | MEDICAL & SUPPORT SWIMWEAR & N
To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 9082121 or 07715770448 Email Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk enquiries@perfectfi t.uk.com | www.perfectfi t.uk.com | 0117 9860950 | 50 Temple St, Keynsham
September, 2021
keynshamvoice
27
NEWS
Brass mill to open its Drivers needed to help doors for celebration people with dementia SALTFORD Brass Mill will be opening its doors for Heritage Open Days later this month. The nationwide celebration of history, architecture and culture is a chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – all for free. The brass mill - the only remaining example of the 18th and 19th-century brass industry in the Avon area – will be open on Saturday 11, Sunday 12, Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 September, 10am-4pm. No booking is required. The mill has a unique annealing furnace (pictured), a working cast-iron water wheel, and displays that include full-size mock-ups of a battery hammer and rolling mill equipment that produced brass pots and pans (“hollow ware”) and brass sheet. Its displays tell the story of brass from smelting to exporting, and about the wire drawing and pin manufacture that lies at the
very beginning of the industrial revolution and led to modern manufacturing before the age of steam. Visitors are advised there are no toilets on site. For more information about the mill, go to www.brassmill. com For a full list of local venues taking part in Heritage Open Days, visit www. heritageopendays.org.uk
Got News? Call Keynsham Voice on 0117 9082121
AN APPEAL has been made for volunteer drivers to help people with dementia in Keynsham and Saltford enjoy a day out. It follows the relocation of the Forget Me Not dementia day service from Saltford to Bath. Sarah Oughton, of Swan Transport, said: “Many of the carers are older drivers, and getting their loved ones to Bath is an extra strain. “Dial a Ride would love to help in Keynsham and were transporting people when the group was in Saltford, but sadly they don’t have the capacity with their vehicles to take people to Bath.” Forget Me Not used to operate from Saltford village hall but moved in June to Bath City Football Club in Twerton. Swan Transport, which is part of the Swan Advice Network charity, helps people who can’t access conventional public transport.
It is looking for car drivers who can spare time at each end of the day on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday. The Forget Me Not group runs from 10am to 3pm, so passengers would need picking up at 9.30am and then 3pm, getting back for around 3.30pm. Transport co-ordinator Sarah said: “I have volunteer drivers in Keynsham who are giving a fantastic service but we need more if possible. “By volunteering, this would give their carers a much-needed break, and the passengers would have a day out.” Swan Transport provides volunteer drivers with the support, training and any PPE needed and pays mileage on the current Inland Revenue rates of 45p-60p. Anyone interested can contact Sarah by emailing swan. transport@btconnect.com or phoning 01761 439548.
Email news@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
28
September, 2021
n BACK TO NATURE
The Elder offers so much to wildlife and to us with Avon Wildlife Trust Keynsham Group
A
s we move into September, our eyes are drawn to fruiting trees and hedges. Blackberries are already gracing the beaks of many of our native birds as well as our own mouths in pies and crumbles! Another fruiting tree at this time of year, the native Elder, Sambucus Nigra, can be found at the edges of woodland, in hedges, gardens, along canals and often near badger setts or rabbit warrens as the seeds are dispersed by animals and birds. A mature tree can be up to 6 metres high. It grows extremely vigorously; even if it is coppiced back to a stump, new growth will reach up to 4 feet in height in one season. The beautiful frothy aromatic white flowers appear in May to mid-June and are often used to make wine, cordial or tea, or fried in batter to make fritters. The flowers are hermaphrodite, which means they have both male and female reproductive parts within the same flower. The vitamin C-rich berries appear in late August/September and feature in preserve, wine and fruit vinegar recipes and can be baked in a pie with blackberries. Elder is also a great source for
Beautiful white flowers of the Elder in bloom Photo: Trish Steel Elderberry hedgerow THIS month, check out our annual pond and river dipping events for children: Saturday September 25, pond dipping for the under 7s; Sunday September 26, river dipping for 7s and over. We are also pleased to share our new programme of talks for this autumn/winter. It starts with My World of Bats on Friday October 8, with Daniel Hargreaves, who has worked extensively with bats all over the globe. We are starting our season on Zoom. All events must be booked in advance. Details of our complete programme and booking links can be found on our website www. keynshamawt.org. For more information on our group, email keynshamawt.org or phone Kathy on 07850 508702. a variety of coloured dyes and historically it was used to make lushly patterned Harris Tweed from the Outer Hebrides. Blue and purple dye was obtained from the berries, yellow and green from the leaves, and grey and black dye was made from the bark. The aroma of the leaves has
long been known to repel flies so was hung on horse’s harnesses, outside barns, bakehouses and kitchens. Historically the wood of the Elder was used for whistles, pipes and children’s pea shooters but, due to the toxicity of the sap, this is no longer regarded as safe. However the mature wood can still be carved or whittled.
Photo: Kathy Farrell
Many myths surround the plant, possibly created to warn people to take care as every part of it except the berries and fruit can be mildly poisonous. It is hardly surprising that a plant which has been so useful to humans is also useful to wildlife. Elder leaves provide a nutrient source for moth caterpillars, such as the dot moth, white spotted pug and swallowtail. The flowers provide nectar for many insects. If you ever pick the flowers to bring indoors you will find that many tiny insects invite themselves in too! The flowers and fruit are eaten by small mammals and birds love the fruit - hence the purple blotches on nearby pavements and cars! Julia Shahin
Buried treasures IN August, Mary Wood, an extremely knowledgeable guide from Arnos Vale Cemetery, took members of our group on a 2-hour wildlife walk around the site in Brislington. The cemetery, which was established in 1839, has considerable ecological and heritage importance, and at that time was considered “the place” to be buried in Bristol! We learnt about the magnificent trees on site, walked through woodland and admired the wild flowers and accompanying insects on the chalk grasslands. Most of the grass is nowadays only cut in late summer so the flowers and the insects they support can thrive. Nature conservation is taken seriously, but unfortunately tree felling has to continue due to ash dieback disease, although the wood is recycled on site. Arnos Vale is well worth a visit, a calm and reflective place to wander and take in the wild space that has been allowed to develop. To read the full report and see more photos of the trip, visit www.keynshamawt.org/arnos-vale
To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 9082121 or 07715770448
Mary Wood shows the diversity of chalky grassland plants at Arnos Vale Cemetery Photo: Liz Wintle
Email Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
ST. ALDAMS FARM NURSERY EST. 1973
BUY DIRECT FROM THE GROWER
THE BEST PLANTS AT THE BEST PRICES
AVAILABLE NOW AT ST ALDAMS
OPEN 7
PANSIES TRAY OF 25 PLANTS £6.00
WINTER BASKET PLANTS £2.00
PANSY BASKETS ONLY £7.00 EACH
PRIMROSES & POLYANTHUS
VIOLAS TRAY OF 25 PLANTS £6.00
HERBS FROM £2.00 EACH
TRAY OF 15 PLANTS
£6.00
ERIN MULTIPURPOSE COMPOST Top Quality £6.00 each or 3 for £15
POTS, TUBS & GIFT SELECTION
DAYS
9AM-5 P
M
FRESHLY HARVESTED VEGETABLES POTATOES, CARROTS, BEETROOT
WESTERLEIGH ROAD, PUCKLECHURCH, BRISTOL BS16 9PY SEE OUR SITE FOR SPECIAL OFFERS staldamsnursery.co.uk
keynshamvoice
30
September, 2021
PEN TO PAPER
NEWS
Nature Knows the Way Nature knows best Listen, listen She speaks in the silence To willing listeners Awake, Awake, Red Alert, I am on fire Earth burning Rivers bursting Banks breaching Flooding everywhere Red Alert, People fleeing Fires, flood, famine Awake, Awake, We are community Spread far and wide Different experiences Cultures, Beliefs Yet we are community Nature knows the way Go hug a tree Step into her embrace Feel the texture of her bark Feel the peace of her deep rootedness Shelter under her outstretched arms Surrender Feel the heartbeat of this world Nature’s Grace Red Alert, Red Alert, Awake We must act Now The World is on Fire Politician’s pontificate Disaster or Dividends
We cannot decide Too many decisions Too many choices Awake, Awake No time to dither Our children, your children, The future of this beloved Planet Depends on acting Now. The problem is too big How can I make a change? One step, one step at a time. We are all significant Part of the community Our community, Our World Red Alert, Red Alert, Wake Up, Wake Up, The time is Now, Be part of the recovery Choose and challenge Our Climate is on Fire People are fleeing Flooding, fires, famine Wake Up, Wake Up, We are One Janet North As part of the Keynsham Kindness Festival (September 29 to October 2), Keynsham Creative Writers are organising a poetry and literature evening (date and venue to be decided). The group invites all those who would like to join them - poets, performers, writers, story-tellers, etc. Email george.liddell@blueyonder.co.uk
POETRY CORNER
An Uncertain Future with Covid 19 Where do we go from here? The continuing news is uncertain, unclear. Numbers go up, numbers go down We start to relax, then worry and frown. We find it confusing each day when we wake And far ahead plans we’re reluctant to make. Restrictions have eased, but still we’re not sure Should we heed all the signs, or act normal once more? HOWEVER There remains a good reason to ponder and care, Apparent that sometimes a mask we MUST wear Advised to on buses, in shops, that’s made clear And ensure we protect all the ones we hold dear. But a positive thought is never to fall, We must all pull together, for the good of us all. And though hidden from view, there waits the warm sun Ready to bring back our laughter and fun! Sylvia Kirby
Keynsham Mencap supporters are entering a team in the 2022 Bath half Marathon to raise vital funds
Supporters set to run and jump SUPPORTERS of Keynsham Mencap are taking on new personal challenges to raise money for the independent charity. They will be joining the 2022 Bath Half Marathon, taking to the skies in a 15,000ft tandem skydive in October and tackling the Brecon Beacons with TrekFest. Fundraiser Amanda Leonard said: “Inspired by our very own Club 25 member Nick Look, who cycled the distance from John O’Groats to Land’s End and back during lockdown, we have seen a huge uplift in our supporters taking on challenge. “Sponsored events like these help to raise awareness of our services to a wider audience as our participants obtain sponsors from their friends, families and colleagues.” Keynsham Mencap has had a team in the Bath Half Marathon for the last three years and popularity is growing steadily. The latest exciting challenge that a team of 10 supporters are getting involved with is a 15,000ft tandem skydive. Amanda said: “I even got carried away with the excitement and agreed to take part myself.” If you would like to support this team of daredevils, please visit www.localgiving.org/mencapskydive Supporters are also welcome to join Team KDMS at the Bath Half Marathon on Sunday March 13, 2022. Search online for ‘Keynsham Mencap Bath Half 2022’ for more details. Or if you have a personal challenge you would like to undertake to raise funds for Keynsham Mencap, please email the charity at amanda@keynshammencap.org.uk
To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 9082121 or 07715770448
Email Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
September, 2021
31
n KEYNSHAM WI
Nice to see you again! KEYNSHAM WI has been pleased to be able to resume its meetings face to face. Our first meeting in July was a talk from Debbie, of Bath Harvest Oils, who gave us a good insight into the production of rapeseed oils. Due to Covid restrictions, we were unable to have any tasters, but this did not stop many of us from buying the products to try at home. Rapeseed oil can be used in many aspects of cooking and comes in a variety of flavours, including garlic, and lemon. The first craft group had some of us making bracelets with beads and charms, thanks to the skills and tuition of Caroline Butcher. We held a summer party with afternoon tea at Saltford Golf Club and raised £150 from our tombola, which was donated to Dorothy House Hospice in memory of our past president, Maureen Gerrish. On August 18, some members became Wombles and did a litter pick in the Waitrose area - it was
surprising how much litter we collected in just an hour. Thanks to Keynsham Wombles for the loan of equipment. We hope to make this a regular event. Our August meeting was due to bring one of our members, Sally Difazio, and her husband, Nigel Wright, to tell the exciting tale of their trip to Everest base camp. We now have a healthy membership of 80 members and a waiting list. Bonny Price
The craft group making bracelets - and litter-pickers with bags of rubbish collected in the Waitrose area
Will Writing Will Writing & & Estate Planning Estate Planning protect your your family’sfamily’s inheritance A Will Willlets letsyou you protect inheritance and decide youryour assets are shared out – if out you – if you and decidehow how assets are shared don’t make a Will, the law says who gets what. don’t make a Will, the law says who gets what.
WEB-CAM
WILLS
Please feel free Please feel free to call us during call on: us during officetohours
hours 0117office 952 0698
on:
or email 0117 952 0698 info@elm-online.co.uk www.elm-online.co.uk
or email
info@elm-online.co.uk We have teamteam of We havea aBristol-based Bristol-based of trained trained Willawriting consultants whocan now We have Bristol-based team Will writing consultants who Mirror www.elm-online.co.uk Wills Single Or can now provide the same personal of trained Will writing consultants provide the same personal face to face face to face meetings via our Couples FROM £99.00 who provide a and, home visiting serviceand, meetings via our Web-Cam-Wills Web-Cam-Wills subject to health and safety, canto take your instructions in can the still subject safety, we and wehealth can stilland provide a homevisiting service to take your instructions in We have ayour Bristol-based team comfort own home. provide aofhomeMirror Wills Single Or the comfort of your own visiting service to writing takehome.consultants of trained Will Couples FROM £99.00 your instructions the visiting Making Secure Plansservice for Uncertain Futures who provide a inhome comfort of your own and can take your instructions in the home.
Will Writing & Estate Planning
comfort of your own home.
A Will lets you protect your family’s inheritance and decide how your assets are shared out – if you don’t make a Will, the law says who gets what.
Making Secure Plans for Uncertain Futures Please feel free call us during Got News?toCall Keynsham Voice on 0117 9082121 office hours on: 0117 952 0698
or email
All domestic plumbing and heating work carried out Landlord certificates Gas safety checks Boiler servicing Over 20 years’ experience Friendly no obligation quote
07958 934903
dixonsplumbingandheating@outlook.com Email news@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
32
September, 2021
n KEYNSHAM ROTARY
Oxygen chamber offers relief to sufferers
ALONG with a number of other invitees, three members of Keynsham Rotary visited The Brightwell at Bradley Stoke. This charity is not one of the familiar names we hear every day, but its work is invaluable in helping people with neurological conditions affecting the nervous system. Our curiosity was aroused simply because we were not aware of the detail of the treatment on offer and how it worked. The Brightwell has been helping people who live with a neurological condition since 1985, providing therapies and support for those who need to maintain independence and to minimise the effects on their daily life. Such conditions can arise from multiple sclerosis, chronic fatigue syndrome and conditions
Rotarians Norman James, Nigel Hutchings and Geraldine Kirk experience oxygen therapy that affect the brain and nervous system. Recovery from medical treatments can also be aided. The treatment is based on improving the uptake of oxygen by giving patients sessions in a barochamber for around and hour, breathing 98% oxygen under pressure. This has the effect of increasing
the absorption of oxygen by the body which, for many, alleviates the severity of symptoms of their condition. During the visit, our members were able to experience a session in the barochamber, which they described as akin to swimming under water with a slight increase in pressure on the ear. Having
spoken to regular users of this treatment, they are aware that for some it is an essential facility to make life as near normal as possible. The Brightwell is a charitable organisation and needs public support. More information about its work can be found at www. thebrightwell.org.uk.
BRISTOL’S LEADING INDEPENDENT BATHROOM AND TILE SPECIALIST Within our large showroom we showcase the industry’s leading brands and more importantly we have an experienced warm and friendly team to help you choose your dream bathroom.
A passage through time A remarkable collection of beautiful tiles showcased exclusively in Bristol’s largest independent Tile & Bathroom Warehouse
With over 30 Five Star Google and Facebook reviews come see what the fuss is about! Email: sales@ttabw.co.uk Telephone 01179 770011
6 Eldonwall Trading Estate, Bristol BS4 3QQ
To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 9082121 or 07715770448
Email Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
September, 2021
BOOKS OF THE MONTH
33
with Judith Thomas from Keynsham Library Adult Fiction
Trio
Ashes of London
Young Adult Non Fiction
The Teenage Guide to Stress
Andrew Taylor
William Boyd
Nicola Morgan
This is William Boyd’s 16th novel and with his usual deft style he has written a beautiful story that tries to recreate the changing world of the 1960s. The three main characters are: Elfrida – a once successful novelist but now struggling to find inspiration and drowning her writer’s block in vodka. Can Virginia Woolf be her next project? Talbot – a successful film producer with a secret life in London. Amy – a popular and glamorous American actress who is wondering why the CIA are interested in her. All three characters revolve around the making of a swinging sixties movie set in Brighton, and the book describes the film sets and diva tantrums very well. As the story progresses, the trio’s private lives begin to take over their public ones and the pressure mounts. The question arises of who will break down first. A very enjoyable book and great period detail.
As a lover all things historical crime fiction, I can say this is definitely in the same league as C.J. Sansom or S.J. Parris. This is Andrew Taylor’s first novel that introduces James Marwood and Cat Lovett. The year is 1666 and London is literally ablaze. We meet James as he watches the old St Pauls burn. While he is watching, a young man appears and tries to enter the burning building. James pulls him back and then realises it is in fact a young girl - and this is his first introduction to Cat Lovett. The body of a man is soon found in the debris – stabbed in the neck, thumbs tied behind his back. James, the son of a traitor, is forced to hunt for the murderer. His investigations lead him to Cat Lovett – a determined young woman - and those who surround her home. Another victim is found in Fleet Ditch, and the investigation leads him into the political intrigue of Westminster. This is a great start to the series and very evocative of the time, in particular the smoky remains of 17th century London.
Steve Bellamy Ctta eeetllsllaam S e myy S ev vre epB B
LOW LOW
Being a young person at the moment is tough – with Covid affecting schools and colleges, the pressure of social media and your own changing body. Here is a great guide to this tricky time by the author of Blame My Brain. Written in useful sections that cover drugs and alcohol, depression and bullying, the book examines all these problems and gives some brilliant strategies for beating them. This is a very empathetic book, reassuring teenagers they are not alone and they can beat the stress. Children's Fiction
The Intergalactic Bus Trip Martin Oliver Join Tom and Izzy on the Number Nine Bus as it hurtles through its intergalactic bus route. Who is the strange person sitting behind them who calls himself Roger and has a friend
LOW OVERHEADS = LOWER PRICES
called Norman on the planet Nova? See what happens when Roger is kidnapped, and Tom and Izzy have to find him, as he holds the clue to them finding the next bus back to Earth. This book is part of the Usborne Puzzle Adventures series. Every page has a puzzle or clue to solve to take the reader onto the next adventure. An action-packed journey to unexplored galaxies.
Library news Always remember the two super free apps - Libby and BorrowBox - where you can download newspapers, magazines, ebooks and audio books, all with the use of your library card. Bath and North East Somerset ‘Virtual Library’ offers something for everyone. We are sharing facts, Baby Bounce and Rhyme, competitions, Storytime and crafts for children in the mornings, and information, support, news and recommended reads for adults in the afternoon. Follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/ bathneslibraries1, Instagram www. instagram.com/bathnes_libraries and Twitter www.twitter.com/ bathnes
OVERHEADS •Home selection carpet and vinyl’s OVERHEADS LOWER ==LOWER •Huge selection of carpets and vinyl PRICES LARKSON S NDEPENDENT PRICES chosen in the comfort of your •Home selection carpet and vinyl’s vinyl’s •Home selection carpet and FUNERAL DIRECTORS LTD •Huge selection of carpets and vinyl own selection home of carpets and vinyl •Huge chosen in the comfort of your your chosen in the comfort of •Free quotations without 489B Bath Road, Saltford own own home home obligation towithout purchase •Free quotations •Free quotations 01225 873535 obligation to obligation to purchase •No pressure selling •No pressure selling •No pressure “A truly personal and caring service” •Professional service established •Professional established •Professional service established forover over 30 years for 30 for over 30 years years contact@clarksonsfuneraldirectors.com •All inclusive •All prices, no hidden hidden extras, •Allinclusive inclusive prices, noextras, hidden extras, www.clarksonsfuneraldirectors.co.uk the price quoted is the price you pay the quoted price you pay you pay theprice price quoted is the price We Bath branch: 01225 426822 Tel: 07860 07860 441776 Wewill willbetter betterany anylike likefor for Tel: We will better any like for Frome branch: 01373 463888 Tel: 07860 441776 like quote like all allinclusive inclusive quote or 0117 0117 or 2565994
C Car pets
or 0117 2565994
C
like all inclusive quote Got News? Call Keynsham Voice on 0117 9082121
’ I
Email news@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
34
September, 2021
n NEWS
Mapping the way for local explorers
This illustrated map and exploration cards like the one above are aimed at inspiring local discoveries
HAVE you strolled round Keynsham Abbey’s ruins? Do you know what used to be made in the town’s Old Halifax building? This summer, people are being offered the chance to make new discoveries about the town by using new, free High Street exploration cards and an illustrated map. Artists Katy Hawkins and Ellie Shipman created the cards and map with local people and Keynsham groups, working together to capture the features, stories and memories that make the town special. High Street Explorations is part of the Keynsham High Street Heritage Action Zone (HSHAZ), a partnership between with Historic England, Bath & North East Somerset Council and Keynsham Town Council. The cards have been designed to inspire exploration, reflection and adventure. The
map highlights some of Keynsham’s historic moments and present-day curiosities, and the cards prompt questions about its future. The resources can be used to plot new walking routes, for example, or inspire creative projects or community workshops. Councillor Richard Samuel, B&NES Council’s cabinet member for economic development and resources, said: “It’s not just for people visiting the town for the first time – if you already live in Keynsham, you might be surprised at some new things you could discover.” Deb Cooper, Keynsham town councillor, said: “We hope these cards will be enjoyed by all, and will engage you to think about the High Street in a new and different way. “By understanding and imagining its history, and who walked this area before, we are hoping everyone will be inspired
Jessica Williams
to help us create our future culture.” Physical copies of the exploration cards and maps can be collected from Temple Street Canteen at 20 Temple Street or, if a school or large community group, by emailing keynshamhshaz@bathnes.gov.uk Digital copies can be downloaded from the HiKeynsham website at www.hikeynsham. co.uk People can add photos, memories and stories to a supersized map in Temple Street Canteen to create a permanent record of High Street Explorations. They can also post their responses and discoveries on the interactive map on the HiKeynsham website. Keynsham & Saltford Local History Society and Keynsham Group, Avon Wildlife Trust, have helped to create the map through the sharing of local stories, curiosities and features.
Your local Family Law and Divorce legal Specialist in Keynsham
All aspect of Joinery undertaken, free quotations, many years of experience in: • Windows • Doors • Staircases • Furniture • Carpentry Services • All Bespoke Joinery
0117 986 3504
T: 0117 9860062 E: sales@applejoinery.co.uk www.applejoinery.co.uk Unit 1 & 2 Lays Farm Trading Estate, Charlton Road, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 2SE
16 High Street
To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 9082121 or 07715770448
Email Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
September, 2021
keynshamvoice
35
n NEWS
Sing along at Goldies
It's a team effort in memory of William A FIVE-A-SIDE football tournament has been held in memory of keen player William Workman. William died in June while suffering an epileptic seizure at the age of just 21. He lived in Bluebell Drive on The Meadows in Keynsham and was in the final week of his two-year apprenticeship at KwikFit in the town. Within two days of his death, his best friends Louis Taylor and Connor Mitchell had arranged a football tournament in his memory to raise funds for Epilepsy Research. The event, held at Goals in Brislington on Sunday August 8, attracted 16 teams, and T-shirts were made with William’s photo on the front and his name on the back, to highlight what the event was all about. William’s grandparents, Peggy and Brian Workman, praised those who organised and took part in the event. “So many friends, boys and girls and their families got involved. Raffle prizes were collected from near and far, some coming from famous people. “The support was wonderful. Will would have loved it. He always described himself as ‘Billy No Mates’ but with so many young people all wanting to help those less fortunate, this proved to be far from true. “On behalf on William’s family and friends, we would
The event in tribute to William Workman, left
POPULAR singalong sessions run by Golden-Oldies will restart in Keynsham this month. The charity, popularly known as Goldies, had to close its daytime sessions for 16 months because of Covid. Its Keynsham sessions, led by Sue Crick, will return on September 24. They will be held on the last Friday of each month at the Key Centre, Keynsham Methodist Church, Charlton Road, BS31 2JA, 2pm to 3pm. The charity was founded by Bath-based musician Grenville Jones, who stresses that it is not about choir singing. “Goldies gives older isolated people something to look forward to, a chance to get out, make new friends and sing along to those popular hits of the past,” he said. Goldies started sessions on YouTube and Facebook during lockdown. These will continue through to next spring. The charity is always looking to recruit new session leaders and to hear from organisations who work with older isolated people. For more information, visit www.golden-oldies.org.uk
Sign up for the Santa Dash
like to say a big thank-you to everyone who made donations and gave gifts for the raffle, including all the help given by the traders in Keynsham, without whose help this event would not have been so successful.”
Got News? Call Keynsham Voice on 0117 9082121
A total of £2,000 was raised on the day, bringing the total now raised to nearly £4,000. Donations are still welcome. To see William’s charity page, visit https://gofund. me/6a652391
DIG out your running shoes and get set for the Saltford Santa Dash, which is hoping to return bigger and better than ever on Sunday December 5. Everyone who registers will receive a Santa suit, a running number and medal on completion. As well as the traditional mass run, organisers will offer a virtual option, either the shorter distance of 5 kilometres or the usual adult distance of 5 miles. Registration for the event, including the Mini Dash for under 12s, was due to open on September 1. For more information, visit www. saltfordsantadash.co.uk The organisers are also looking for volunteers to help on the day - please email ssd. marshals@gmail.com All proceeds will be split between two local charities that support young people in the region - Off The Record (OTR) BANES and Project 28.
Email news@keynshamvoice.co.uk
E VELEIGHS Thinking of moving this Summer?
Tel: 0117 904 9000
Moving home is one of the most important life journeys you and your family will take and our mission is to make it as rewarding and stress free as we can. To help, we are offering a discounted selling fee to all home movers this summer. With the highest level of service and marketing guaranteed – what have you got to lose? Give us a call today to see how we can help with your next move.
Eveleighs Estate & Letting Agents info@eveleighs.com
www.eveleighs.com
keynshamvoice
September, 2021
PROPERTY
Oakwood Barn is situated in the picturesque hamlet of Queen Charlton in a peaceful no-through lane surrounded by farmland and countryside. This beautiful five-bedroom barn conversion has been recently modernised by current owners to a high specification. This lovely family home benefits from a recently extended dining room with bi-folding doors opening onto the rear garden enjoying countryside views, along with retaining period features throughout the property. This includes exposed vaulted
37
Queen Charlton, Keynsham
£975,000
beamed ceilings, a beautiful contemporary fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, along with a spectacular inglenook fireplace, double garage and stunning views across the countryside. An internal inspection is highly recommended to fully appreciate what this lovely home has to offer.
STORAGE / SELF STORE STORAGE
Should you need to store items, Wild & Lye Removals are able to offer you a variety of Secure & Confidential storage facilities to suit your household or commercial storage requirements, from single boxes to entire households or office contents. Whilst your goods are in storage, they are placed in our secure and alarmed warehouse . We offer this service at great prices, Our friendly, trustworthy and professional staff will surely be able to cater to your every need.
Arrange your viewing with Eveleighs on 0117 904 9000
REMOVALS REMOVALS
Wild and Lye comprises of a team of fully trained moving staff who are at hand to make sure that your move goes without a hitch. We have many years experience in the removal business and pride ourselves in offering a fantastic service to every client. Our professional removals team will take care of your every requirement from securely packing your goods, transporting your items to the required destination and then delicately unpacking all your valuables at your desired location.
Please callmaterials to discuss Packing your requirements and available for purchase prices available onrates request competitive
Unit 5 Ashmead Park, Ashmead Road, Keynsham, BS31 1SX Telephone: 0117 986 2545 E-Mail: info@wildandlyeremovals.co.uk www.wildandlyeremovals.co.uk Got News? Call Keynsham Voice on 0117 9082121
Email news@keynshamvoice.co.uk
Trusted property property professionals professionals Trusted Trusted property professionals Trusted property professionals serving the the community community for for serving serving the community for serving the community for Trusted property professionals over half a century. Trustedover property professionals over half aa century. century. Trusted property professionals half Trusted property professionals over halfcommunity a century. serving the community for serving the for
INIINNIINNIN INIINNIINNIN STSSTTSSNTSNNNNN STSSTTSSNTSNNNN N RURRU EREW EEW EW RERTW W RURRUERRTW EERW EEW E W CUCUCUCCUW TITTITCT CUCU CU U W TITTCITTCT OIOOIIOOIO OIOOIIOOIO NNNNNN N NNNN N
INIINNIINNIN STSSTTSSNTSNNNNN RURRTU EREW EEW EW RERTW W INIINNIINNIN CUCUCUCUW STSSTTSSNTSNNNN N TITTITTCT RURRUERRTW EERW OIOOIIOOIO EEW E W NNNNNN CUCU CU U W TITTCITTCT OIOOIIOOIO
N NNNN N
A well cared for and excellently presented double bedroom A strikingly attractive individually designed 44four bedroom house of wonderful period barn conversion offering spacious and Dating back to mid 1700s, this former farm house family accommodation extending toattractive 3500sqft. Hugely versatile quality enjoying sought after position in the heart of the village detached home situated in highly sought after culof de sac on the A well accommodation cared forthe excellently presented four double bedroom quality enjoying aasituated sought after position in the heart of the village A strikingly attractive individually designed bedroom house ofthe enjoys well-appointed accommodation that boasts extensive Dating back to the mid 1700s, this attractive former farm house family extending to 3500sqft. Hugely versatile quality enjoying aaaand sought after position in the heart the village detached home in aawith highly sought after cul de sac on typical gardens. The property has been lovingly cared for during comfortable accommodation with an enviable southerly facing enjoys well-appointed accommodation that boasts extensive quality enjoying sought after position in the heart of the village quality enjoying sought after position in the heart of the village family accommodation extending to 3500sqft. Hugely versatile detached home situated in a highly sought after cul de sac on the comfortable accommodation an enviable southerly facing enjoys well-appointed accommodation that boasts extensive quality enjoying a sought after position in the heart of the village quality enjoying a sought after position in the heart of the village with up to 5 bedrooms. Landscaped gardens and detached close to the popular primary school and village hall. Sat within Wellsway side of town. A delightful property with versatile living QUEEN CHARLTON £650,000 detached home situated in a highly sought after cul de sac on the close to the popular primary school and village hall. Sat within quality enjoying a sought after position in the heart of the village character throughout and enjoys an enviable position within the enjoys well-appointed accommodation that boasts extensive with up to 55side bedrooms. Landscaped gardens and detached close to the popular primary school and village hall. Sat within the vendors ownership and offers further scope forversatile extension and Wellsway of town. town. A delightful delightful property with versatile living QUEEN CHARLTON £650,000 close to the popular primary school and village hall. Sat within aspect overlooking gardens and paddocks extending in total to character throughout and enjoys an enviable position within the close to the popular primary school and village hall. Sat within with up to bedrooms. Landscaped gardens and detached Wellsway side of A with living QUEEN CHARLTON £650,000 aspect overlooking gardens and paddocks in total to This charming 4to bedroom semi-detached home has been subject tovillage painstaking restoration by the current character throughout and enjoys an enviable position within the close tobedroom the popular primary school and village hall. Sat within close the popular primary school and hall. Sat within double garage. Close to amenities. EPC B extending mature, well stocked grounds with aaproperty superb rear garden. EPC DD space well suited tothe family enjoyment. EPC CD Wellsway side of town. A delightful property with versatile living mature, well stocked grounds with superb rear garden. EPC QUEEN CHARLTON £650,000 This charming 44to semi-detached home has been subject to painstaking restoration by the current close the popular primary school and village hall. Sat within picturesque hamlet of Queen Charlton. EPC This charming bedroom semi-detached home has been subject toEPC painstaking restoration by the current character throughout and enjoys an enviable position within the loft (subject toamenities. necessary building consents). Offered double garage. Close to EPC B mature, well stocked grounds with a superb rear garden. EPC D owners withconversion great attention paid to preservation ofnow. original features including imposing inglenook space well suited to family enjoyment. C This charming 44acres. bedroom semi-detached home has been subject to painstaking restoration by the current mature, well stocked grounds with a superb rear garden. EPC 4.17 Book your viewing EPC awaited picturesque hamlet of Queen Charlton. EPC D mature, well stocked grounds with a superb rear garden. EPC DD This charming bedroom semi-detached home has been subject to painstaking restoration by the current double garage. Close to amenities. EPC B mature, well stocked grounds with a superb rear garden. EPC D owners with great attention paid to the preservation of original features including imposing inglenook space well suited to family enjoyment. C owners with great attention paid to the preservation of original features including imposing inglenook 4.17 Book your viewing now. awaited picturesque hamlet of Queen Charlton. EPC D This charming 4acres. bedroom semi-detached home has been subject toEPC painstaking restoration by the current mature, wellseats, stocked grounds with superb rear garden. EPC D fireplace, deep window solid oak doors and exposed beams to name aD few. EPC exempt owners with great attention paid to the preservation of features including imposing inglenook owners with great attention paid toto the preservation of original original features including imposing inglenook space well suited enjoyment. EPC C mature, well stocked grounds with aa EPC superb rear garden. EPC D picturesque hamlet offamily Queen Charlton. EPC to the market with complete sales chain. EPC fireplace, deep window seats, solid doors and beams to name aD EPC fireplace, deep window seats, solid oak doors and exposed exposed beams to name a few. few. imposing EPC exempt exempt owners with great attention paid tooak the preservation of original features including inglenook fireplace, fireplace, deep deep window window seats, seats, solid solid oak oak doors doors and and exposed exposed beams beams to to name name aa few. few. EPC EPC exempt exempt fireplace, deep window seats, solid oak doors and exposed beams to name a few. EPC exempt
NNN W OOON W NN W TTIIO NN NN W W EW NNNEEEEEEW OON OIIO WCCTTTTIIO OIIO W W W E N NN W T I I E N E CTTTTIIOON U C U C C C RW NNNETEERW NN U U C NTRURUUUCCCCCTTI SSSSSSTTSTTTTTRRRRRRRURUUU U INNIN IIIIN NN N IIINNIN NSSSSSSTTTRR IIINN
KEYNSHAM GUIDE £450,000 £450,000 KEYNSHAM GUIDE KEYNSHAM GUIDE An imposing 4 bed dwelling sitting proudly upon the £450,000 prestigious An imposing 44 bed dwelling sitting upon the KEYNSHAM GUIDE £450,000 An imposingthat bed dwelling sitting proudly proudly upon the prestigious prestigious 'Wellsway' affords far reaching views. A rare opportunity to An An imposing imposing 44 bed bed dwelling dwelling sitting sitting proudly proudly upon upon the the prestigious prestigious 'Wellsway' that affords far views. A rare opportunity to 'Wellsway' that affords far reaching reaching views. Aupon rare the opportunity to An imposing 4 bed dwelling sittinga huge proudly prestigious acquire a substantial home with potential EPC F 'Wellsway' that far views. A to 'Wellsway' that affords affords far reaching reaching views. A rare rare opportunity opportunity to acquire home with potential EPC acquire aa substantial substantial home with aa huge huge potential EPC FF 'Wellsway' that affords far reaching views. A rare opportunity to acquire acquire aa substantial substantial home home with with aa huge huge potential potential EPC EPC FF acquire a substantial home with a huge potential EPC F
INIINNINNIN STSSTTS TNS N NN T UETNUEN U UU EEW EW RURU RURWEW RW CUCU CUCUC TITC TT OIIOOIITOIO N NNNN
N
KEYNSHAM GUIDE £450,000 £450,000 KEYNSHAM GUIDE KEYNSHAM GUIDE An imposing 4 bed dwelling sitting proudly upon the £450,000 prestigious An imposing 44 bed dwelling sitting upon the KEYNSHAM GUIDE £450,000 An imposingthat bed dwelling sitting proudly proudly upon the prestigious prestigious 'Wellsway' affords far reaching views. A rare opportunity to An An imposing imposing 44 bed bed dwelling dwelling sitting sitting proudly proudly upon upon the the prestigious prestigious
£725,000 £500,000 £595,000 £500,000 £695,000 £725,000 £500,000 £595,000 £500,000 £625,000 £615,000 £695,000
Y NNNN W ILW OOINN W W EMM YY TEIIIOIO N W EILLLW W IW AEEEM ENEEW YCM ONONNN N IOOO ION E FFNNN W W W A CTTTTECETTIITITO I N N C E N I E N W U M C O A W O R U N M C C O U T T U C T I NNETREHRRUUO FN I M U E A R U C C T C U F SSSNTTTTTSHHRRRTO C T URUUM NSSST TRORUUC IN IIIINNIIN NNNISNSNSTSSTSHTTRR IIINNIIN IN
KEYNSHAM £375,000 KEYNSHAM £375,000 KEYNSHAM £375,000 A well presented 3 bedroom semi-detached home located in a A well presented 33 bedroom semi-detached home located in KEYNSHAM £375,000 A wellcul-de-sac presentedthat bedroom semi-detached home located in aa quiet benefits from a substantial extension A aa A well well presented presented 33 bedroom bedroom semi-detached semi-detached home home located locatedtoin inthe quiet cul-de-sac that benefits from extension to quiet cul-de-sac that benefits from aa substantial substantial extension tointhe the A wellcreating presented 3 bedroom semi-detached home located a side a larger than typical EPC awaited. quiet cul-de-sac that from aa substantial to quiet cul-de-sac that benefits benefits fromaccommodation. substantial extension extension to the the side aa larger than EPC side creating creating larger than typical typical accommodation. EPC awaited. awaited. quiet cul-de-sac that benefits fromaccommodation. a substantial extension to the side side creating creating aa larger larger than than typical typical accommodation. accommodation. EPC EPC awaited. awaited. side creating a larger than typical accommodation. EPC awaited.
KEYNSHAM £375,000 KEYNSHAM £375,000 KEYNSHAM £375,000 A well presented 3 bedroom semi-detached home located in a A well presented 33 bedroom semi-detached home located in KEYNSHAM £375,000 A wellcul-de-sac presentedthat bedroom semi-detached home located in aa quiet benefits from a substantial extension A aa A well well presented presented 33 bedroom bedroom semi-detached semi-detached home home located locatedtoin inthe quiet cul-de-sac that benefits from extension to quiet cul-de-sac that benefits from aa substantial substantial extension tointhe the A wellcreating presented 3 bedroom semi-detached home located a side a larger than typical EPC awaited. quiet cul-de-sac that from aa substantial to quiet cul-de-sac that benefits benefits fromaccommodation. substantial extension extension to the the side aa larger than EPC side creating creating larger than typical typical accommodation. EPC awaited. awaited. quiet cul-de-sac that benefits fromaccommodation. a substantial extension to the side side creating creating aa larger larger than than typical typical accommodation. accommodation. EPC EPC awaited. awaited. side creating a larger than typical accommodation. EPC awaited.
UPTON CHEYNEY CHEYNEY £280,000 UPTON £280,000 UPTON CHEYNEY £280,000 A picture perfect 17th century cottage tucked away within a A picture perfect 17th century cottage tucked within aa UPTON CHEYNEY £280,000 A picture position perfect 17th century cottagevillage. tuckedAaway away within secluded in a highly regarded delightful A aa that A picture picture perfect perfect 17th 17th century century cottage cottage tucked tucked away away within withinhome secluded position in regarded A delightful home that secluded position17th in aa highly highly regarded village. Aaway delightful home that A picture perfect century cottagevillage. tucked within a that enjoys wonderful views of surrounding countryside. EPChome E. secluded position aa highly regarded A secluded position in in highly regarded village. village. A delightful delightful home that enjoys views of countryside. EPC E. enjoys wonderful wonderful views of surrounding surrounding countryside. EPChome E. secluded position in a highly regarded village. A delightful that enjoys enjoys wonderful wonderful views views of of surrounding surrounding countryside. countryside. EPC EPC E. E. enjoys wonderful views of surrounding countryside. EPC E.
UPTON CHEYNEY CHEYNEY £280,000 UPTON £280,000 UPTON CHEYNEY £280,000 A picture perfect 17th century cottage tucked away within a A picture perfect 17th century cottage tucked within aa UPTON CHEYNEY £280,000 A picture position perfect 17th century cottagevillage. tuckedAaway away within secluded in a highly regarded delightful A aa that A picture picture perfect perfect 17th 17th century century cottage cottage tucked tucked away away within withinhome secluded position in regarded A delightful home that secluded position17th in aa highly highly regarded village. Aaway delightful home that A picture perfect century cottagevillage. tucked within a that enjoys wonderful views of surrounding countryside. EPC home E. secluded position aa highly regarded A secluded position in in highly regarded village. village. A delightful delightful home that enjoys views of countryside. EPC E. enjoys wonderful wonderful views of surrounding surrounding countryside. EPC home E. secluded position in a highly regarded village. A delightful that enjoys enjoys wonderful wonderful views views of of surrounding surrounding countryside. countryside. EPC EPC E. E. enjoys wonderful views of surrounding countryside. EPC E.
INIINNIININ STSSTTSSTNS N T TNUNENN U UU EW EEW EW RURRUEU W RRWRW CUCUCUCCUC TITTIT T OIOOIIOIO NNNN N
'Wellsway' that affords far views. A rare opportunity to 'Wellsway' that affords far reaching reaching views. Aupon rare the opportunity to An imposing 4 bed dwelling sittinga huge proudly prestigious acquire a substantial home with potential EPC F 'Wellsway' that far views. A to 'Wellsway' that affords affords far reaching reaching views. A rare rare opportunity opportunity to acquire home with potential EPC acquire aa substantial substantial home with aa huge huge potential EPC FF 'Wellsway' that affords far reaching views. A rare opportunity to acquire acquire aa substantial substantial home home with with aa huge huge potential potential EPC EPC FF acquire a substantial home with a huge potential EPC F
SALTFORD OLD VILLAGE VILLAGE KEYNSHAM KEYNSHAMOLD HUNSTRETE SALTFORD KEYNSHAM KEYNSHAM CORSTON SALTFORD HUNSTRETE
SALTFORD OLD VILLAGE £725,000 £595,000 HUNSTRETE £695,000 CORSTON £625,000 KEYNSHAM £500,000 £500,000 AKEYNSHAM charming period cottage dating from the 1600’s with abuilt Situated upon the prestigious ‘Wellsway’ within larger than Superb family home. Newly renovated extended Knox Situated upon the prestigious ‘Wellsway’ within larger than KEYNSHAM £595,000 £500,000 A delightful period house originally partthe ofwithin the Home Farm to the the HUNSTRETE £695,000 A charming period cottage dating from 1600’s with aalocated Situated upon the prestigious ‘Wellsway’ aaaaaaand larger than Superb family home. Newly renovated extended Knox built Situated upon the prestigious ‘Wellsway’ within larger than Character Cottage that was once two cottages more An impressive detached individual Dorma Bungalow, on A delightful period house originally part of the Home Farm to Situated upon the prestigious ‘Wellsway’ within larger than AA charming period cottage dating from the 1600’s with Situated upon the prestigious ‘Wellsway’ within larger than Superb family home. Newly renovated extended Knox built A delightful period house originally part of the Home Farm to the Character Cottage that was once two cottages and more Situated upon the prestigious ‘Wellsway’ within a larger than substantial extension blending old world charm with modern typical corner plot, this double bay fronted bungalow has been semi-detached house on large corner plot. 2 receptions, kitchen. typical corner plot, this double bay fronted bungalow has been Superb family home. Newly renovated extended Knox built upon the prestigious ‘Wellsway’ within a“The larger than Popham Estate set inblending an idyllic location close to “The Pig”. Living ASituated delightful period house originally part of the Home Farm toLiving the substantial extension old world charm with modern typical corner plot, this double bay fronted bungalow has been the outskirts of the village. Affording superb views towards semi-detached house on large corner plot. 2 receptions, kitchen. Popham Estate set in an idyllic location close to Pig”. recently extended creating an idyllic country home in a sought typical corner plot, this double bay fronted bungalow has been typical corner plot, this double bay fronted bungalow has been substantial extension blending old world charm with modern semi-detached house on large corner plot. 2 receptions, kitchen. Popham Estate set in an idyllic location close to “The Pig”. Living recently extended creating an idyllic country home in a sought typical corner plot, this double bay fronted bungalow has been typical corner plot, this double bay fronted bungalow has been architecture, in delightful setting Conservation Area. Lovely subject to programme of improvement and extension works 4subject beds, two shower rooms, family bathroom. Double garage, to programme of improvement and extension works semi-detached on large corner plot. 2 receptions, kitchen. typical corner plot, this double bay fronted bungalow has been room, kitchen/dining room, utility cloak/wc, cellar, beds, en Popham Estate set inrooms, an idyllic location close to “The Pig”. Living architecture, in aaahouse delightful setting aaabathroom. Conservation Area. Lovely subject to aaaaprogramme of improvement and extension works Four bedrooms split over two floors, one with an 4Kelston. beds, two shower family Double garage, subject to programme of improvement and extension works after village. Beautiful accommodation with Glorious and room, kitchen/dining room, utility && cloak/wc, cellar, 33garage, beds, en subject to programme of improvement and extension works architecture, in delightful Conservation Lovely 44subject beds, two shower rooms, family bathroom. Double room, kitchen/dining room, utility & cloak/wc, cellar, 33gardens beds, en after village. Beautiful accommodation with Glorious gardens and subject to a programme programme of improvement and extension works subject to aaaparking. of improvement and extension works gardens &offers the advantage ofsetting parking. EPC D and now offers versatile accommodation. EPC DDArea. abundant POTENTIAL BUILDING PLOT. EPC C and now offers versatile accommodation. EPC beds, two shower rooms, family bathroom. Double garage, to programme of improvement and extension works suite & large bathroom. Traditional cottage garden. Garage. EPC F room, kitchen/dining room, utility & cloak/wc, cellar, beds, en en-suite. Landscaped gardens with various seating and viewing gardens & the advantage of parking. EPC D and now versatile accommodation. EPC D abundant parking. POTENTIAL BUILDING PLOT. EPC C and now offers versatile accommodation. EPC D wonderful vistas of the countryside. Garage & parking. EPC C suite & large bathroom. Traditional cottage garden. Garage. EPC and now offers versatile accommodation. EPC D gardens & the advantage of parking. EPC D and now offers versatile accommodation. EPC D abundant parking. POTENTIAL BUILDING PLOT. C suite & large bathroom. Traditional cottage garden. Garage. EPC wonderful vistas ofwith the Garage &driveway. parking. EPC C FFF and now now offers versatile accommodation. EPC D EPC abundant parking. POTENTIAL BUILDING PLOT. EPC C E and offers versatile accommodation. D suite & Complete large bathroom. Traditional cottage garden. Garage. EPC areas. acountryside. double garage andEPC EPC INIINNIINNIN STSSTTSSNTSNNNN N RURRUERRTW EERW EEW E W CUCU CU U W TITTCITTCT OIOOIIOOIO N NNNN N
KEYNSHAM £675,000 SALTFORD Price Application QUEEN CHARLTON £850,000 £750,000 MARKSBURY £750,000 An exceptional individual detached houseOn wonderful AMARKSBURY strikingly attractive individually designed 44four bedroom house of well cared for and excellently presented double bedroom KEYNSHAM £675,000 A strikingly attractive individually designed bedroom house of £750,000 Dating backattractive to the mid 1700s, this attractive former farm house QUEEN CHARLTON £850,000 An exceptional individual detached house wonderful A individually designed 444offering bedroom house of AAstrikingly well cared for and excellently presented double bedroom A strikingly attractive individually designed 4four bedroom house of wonderful period barn conversion offering spacious and delightful 3to bedroom detached home thatoffering sits within larger than Dating back the mid 1700s, this attractive former farm house AMARKSBURY strikingly attractive individually designed bedroom house of An exceptional individual detached house offering wonderful A strikingly attractive individually designed bedroom house of
This charming 4 bedroom semi-detached home has been subjectfeatures to painstaking restoration by the current owners with great attention paid to of including imposing inglenook owners with great attention paid to the the preservation preservation of original original features including imposing inglenook This charming 4window bedroom semi-detached home hasexposed been subject totopainstaking restoration by the current fireplace, deep seats, solid and beams name a few. EPC exempt owners with great attention paid to the preservation of features including imposing inglenook owners with great attention paid tooak thedoors preservation of original original features including imposing inglenook fireplace, deep window seats, solid and beams to aa few. EPC fireplace, deep window seats,paid solid oak doors and exposed exposed beams to name name few.imposing EPC exempt exempt owners with great attention tooak thedoors preservation of original features including inglenook fireplace, fireplace, deep deep window window seats, seats, solid solid oak oak doors doors and and exposed exposed beams beams to to name name aa few. few. EPC EPC exempt exempt fireplace, deep window seats, solid oak doors and exposed beams to name a few. EPC exempt
INIINNIININ STSSTTSSNTSNNN N RURRTUERTW EREW EEW EW W CUCUCUCCUW TITTITTCT OIOOIIOOIO NNNN N
TITTITT T OIOOIIOOIO N NNNN N
QUEEN CHARLTON CHARLTON £650,000 QUEEN £650,000 SALTFORD £950,000 MARKSBURY £750,000 QUEEN £650,000 This charmingCHARLTON 4 bedroom semi-detached home has been subject to painstaking restoration by the current KEYNSHAM £675,000 MARKSBURY £750,000 QUEEN CHARLTON £850,000 SALTFORD £950,000 MARKSBURY £750,000 KEYNSHAM This charming 44 bedroom semi-detached home has been subject to painstaking restoration by £675,000 QUEEN CHARLTON £650,000 MARKSBURY £750,000 This charming bedroom semi-detached home has been subject to painstaking restoration by the the current current Price On Application KEYNSHAM £625,000 QUEEN CHARLTON £850,000 owners with great attention paid to the preservation of original features including imposing inglenook SALTFORD £950,000 MARKSBURY £750,000 This charming by KEYNSHAM £675,000 This charming 44 bedroom bedroom semi-detached semi-detached home home has has been been subject subject to to painstaking painstaking restoration restoration by the the current current
LLOLDLDLDLDLDDD SSSOSOSOSOO SO
INIINNIINNIN STSSTTSSNTSNNNNN RURRTU EREW EEW EW RERTW W INIINNIINI CUCUCUCUW TITTITTCT STSNSTTSSNNTSNNTNN N EEW OIOOIIOOIO RURRUUERRW EEW EW NNNNNN C CUCURW CUC
NNN W NN W W TIIO W IOOO W IOO EW W W NNN NNNEEEEEEW NN O WCCTTTIITIO O I I E W N O E N ON T T C NNNNNEEEEW I I U C T I O W N U C T C T C I ON URUUU TTERRRU NSNN UCCCCCCTTTI SNSSSSTTTTSSTTTRRTTRRRRRRURUUU IININNN U NINIINNSSSSTTTR IIIIN S IN IN IN
TTTTTTTTTT T ACCACCCCCCCC C RRARRRRAARARRRAAAARA NTTNTTTTTTTT T ONOONNNONNNN N CCOCCCCOCOCCCOOOCO OOOOO OOOO OO TTTTTTTTTTTTTT T CCTCCTTCCTTTCT JEJEJEJJJEEECJJECJJEEECCJE UBBUBBBBBBBB B SSUSSSSUUUSSSSUUUUSU
W NNNNNNN W WGG TIIO W NW O IOOOIOON NNN EIW W EMEEEEW NNEN TIITIOO NW I I I C E T W W N C E T O O O TTCTTTTIIIOIONN NO MEEEEEW UUOCU CCCNCN N NNNNN RRW C N U O I C R U T U T C C C U U N R C SNSTTTSRRTROORRUUO CT SSTTSSTTRRRUU IINNISN UC NIIN NSSSSSSSSTTTTTRR IIIIINNN N N INIIN
serving the the community community for for serving serving the community for over half a century. over half aa century. century. over over half half a century.
KEYNSHAM £190,000 KEYNSHAM £190,000 KEYNSHAM £190,000 Situated on the upper floor of a modern purpose built complex, this Situated on the upper floor of a modern purpose built complex, this KEYNSHAM £190,000 Situated on the upper floor of a modern purpose built complex, this centrallyon located 1 bedroom a selection of this Situated the floor aa modern purpose built Situated on the upper upper floor of ofapartment modernboasts purpose built complex, complex, this
£665,000 KEYNSHAM £495,000 SALTFORD £465,000 KEYNSHAM £725,000 SALTFORD £465,000 SALTFORD £665,000 KEYNSHAM £495,000 £465,000 KEYNSHAM £725,000 £465,000 SALTFORD SALTFORD OIEO £400,000 SALTFORD £600,000 £665,000 KEYNSHAM £495,000 £725,000 SALTFORD £465,000 £465,000 KEYNSHAM OIEO £400,000 superior detached bungalow with well-appointed spacious SALTFORD £665,000 Dating back todouble thebuilt late 1920scottage and believed to have been originally A delightful stone built period cottage in an idyllic position ininthe the KEYNSHAM £495,000 handsome 4 double bedroom home of the “Lodge” styleoriginally A delightful stone built period cottage in an idyllic position the £465,000 A superior detached bungalow with well-appointed spacious Dating back to the late 1920s and believed to have been delightful stone period in an idyllic position in A handsome 4 bedroom home of the “Lodge” style delightful stone built period cottage anStreet idyllic position inand the Awell-presented delightful stone built period cottage inincentrally an idyllic position in the adetached fantastic position close towell-appointed High amenities ABoasting Bungalow, located inoriginally the superior bungalow withbelieved spacious back to theDetached late 1920s and to have been ADating
centrally located 11 bedroom apartment boasts aa selection of centrallyon located bedroom apartment boasts selection of thisB Situated the upper floor ofMarketed a modernboasts purpose built complex, amenities within reach. no aonward chain. centrally located 11easy bedroom apartment of centrally located bedroom apartmentwith boasts a selection selection of EPC amenities within reach. no chain. amenitieslocated within 1easy easy reach. Marketed Marketed with no onward chain. EPC BB centrally bedroom apartmentwith boasts aonward selection of EPC amenities amenities within within easy easy reach. reach. Marketed Marketed with with no no onward onward chain. chain. EPC EPC BB amenities within easy reach. Marketed with no onward chain. EPC B
superior detached bungalow with well-appointed spacious Dating back the late 1920s and believed to have been originally Aheart delightful stone built period cottage inin an idyllic position ininand the handsome 4todouble bedroom home of the “Lodge” style A delightful stone built period cottage an idyllic position the Boasting a detached fantastic position close to High amenities accommodation set in pleasant gardens onStreet the edge of within the A superior bungalow with well-appointed spacious constructed for local Mill workers, this well cared for three of the “old village” Area close to riverside Dating to the late 1920s and believed to have been originally situated on the edge of aConservation popular development that sits heart ofback the “old village” Conservation Area close to riverside walks delightful stone built period cottage in an idyllic position in walks the
OIEO £378,000 £300,000 KEYNSHAM £378,000 SALTFORD £375,000 £285,000 KEYNSHAM £378,000 OIEO £300,000 KEYNSHAM KEYNSHAM SALTFORD £375,000 £285,000 £378,000 £325,000 KEYNSHAM OIEO £275,000 KEYNSHAM OIEO £300,000 SALTFORD £375,000 £285,000 KEYNSHAM £378,000 KEYNSHAM £378,000 £325,000 A well well presented presented and neutrally decorated 3 bedroom bedroom home OIEO £300,000 Located within the extremely popular ‘Somerdale’ development, Modern semi-detached house in a much cul dethat’s sac in the centre of town on a highly sought after road that’s SALTFORD £375,000 Located within the extremely popular ‘Somerdale’ development, KEYNSHAM £378,000 A and neutrally decorated 3 home Located within the extremely popular ‘Somerdale’ development, Modern semi-detached house in a much cul de in the centre of town on a highly sought after road sought floor, after Locatedwithin within the extremely popular ‘Somerdale’ development, Located within extremely ‘Somerdale’ development, Extended to the first floorcul-de-sac, andpopular rear ofthis the this 3 sac athe popular 3 ground bedroom Neo-Georgian A well presented and neutrally decorated 33 ‘Savy’ bedroom home Modern semi-detached house in aa of much sought after cul de sac Located within the extremely popular ‘Somerdale’ development, in centre of town on highly road Located within the extremely popular ‘Somerdale’ development, Extended the first floor and rear the ground floor, this 3that’s enjoying atothe pleasant cul-de-sac setting a‘Savy’ hundred yards A well presented and neutrally decorated bedroom home this 33 bedroom semi-detached of the style offers close to the village primary Hallway, 2few interlinked situated in close proximity toschool. town centre shops and amenities. Modern semi-detached house inhome much sought after cul de sac this bedroom semi-detached home ofonly the style offers Located within the extremely popular ‘Somerdale’ development,
accommodation setlayout in pleasant gardens on4cared the edge ofoffers the enjoying asemi-detached pleasant cul-de-sac setting only few hundred yards constructed for local Mill workers, thisArea well cared forriverside three heart of the “old village” close to walks this 3 bedroom semi-detached home of the ‘Savy’ style offers close to the village primary school. Hallway, interlinked situated on the edge of aaConservation popular development that sits within situated in close proximity to town centre shops and amenities. heart of the “old village” Conservation Area close to riverside walks this bedroom semi-detached home of the style offers village. Athe versatile with two bedrooms downstairs, one terraced home enjoys wellchalet laid out accommodation and benefits heart of the “old village” Conservation Area close to riverside walks this bedroom semi-detached home of the ‘Savy’ style offers the mainline railway station, this delightful bed home bedroom chalet bungalow sits within mature accommodation set in pleasant gardens on the edge of the enjoying aasemi-detached pleasant cul-de-sac setting only aaa‘Savy’ hundred KEYNSHAM OFFICE T: 0117 9863681 LETTINGS T: 0117 9868300 constructed for local Mill workers, this well for three close to the primary Hallway, 222few interlinked situated on the edge of popular development sits within situated in close proximity toschool. town centre and amenities. heart of the “old village” Conservation Area close to riverside walks this bedroom semi-detached home ofwell-suited the ‘Savy’ style offers heart of “old village” Conservation Area close to walks this 33333pretty bedroom semi-detached home of the ‘Savy’ style the mainline railway station, this delightful 4charm bed home offers bedroom bungalow sits within mature KEYNSHAM OFFICE T: 0117 9863681 LETTINGS T: 0117 9868300 village. Garden room, luxury kitchen/dining room, 3riverside beds, from nearby playing fields. This delightful, modern home isyards accommodation set in pleasant gardens the edge of theLETTINGS enjoying pleasant cul-de-sac setting only few hundred yards bedroom home sits within generous gardens onthat the Wellsway side T: and local pubs. Boasting an abundance of and character recently re-decorated accommodation to growing constructed for local Mill workers, thisgardens well cared for three reception rooms, conservatory, kitchen, 3shops bedrooms & offers shower larger than typical gardens. This delightful home is presented to This 2village double bedroom period home offers accommodation close to the village primary school. Hallway, interlinked and local pubs. Boasting angenerous abundance ofoncharm charm and character recently re-decorated accommodation well-suited to growing KEYNSHAM £190,000 heart of the “old village” Conservation Area close to riverside walks this bedroom semi-detached home of the ‘Savy’ style offers KEYNSHAM OFFICE T: 0117 9863681 0117 9868300 village. Garden room, luxury kitchen/dining room, 3 beds, from nearby playing fields. This delightful, modern home is bedroom home sits within on the Wellsway side and local pubs. Boasting an abundance of and character recently re-decorated accommodation well-suited to growing reception rooms, conservatory, kitchen, 3 bedrooms & shower larger than typical gardens. This delightful home is presented to This pretty 2 double bedroom period home offers accommodation with an en-suite and usable loft rooms above. Beautiful gardens from a full width ground floor extension and occasional loft room recently re-decorated accommodation well-suited to growing and local pubs. Boasting an abundance of charm and character KEYNSHAM £190,000 and local pubs. Boasting an abundance of charm and character recently re-decorated accommodation well-suited to growing accommodation arranged over 3 floors. The home has been gardens and offers versatile living accommodation in a well re-Bto village. Garden room, luxury kitchen/dining room, 3 beds, from nearby playing fields. This delightful, modern home is SALTFORD OFFICE T: 01225 400400 AUCTION T: 01225 400400 KEYNSHAM OFFICE T: 0117 9863681 LETTINGS T: 0117 9868300 bedroom home sits within generous gardens on the Wellsway side reception rooms, conservatory, kitchen, 33onward bedrooms & shower KEYNSHAM £190,000 larger than typical gardens. This delightful home is presented This pretty 2forplaying double bedroom period home offers accommodation Situated ontown. the upper floor of Boasting aBoasting modern purpose built complex, this recently re-decorated accommodation well-suited to growing and local pubs. an abundance ofsales charm and character local pubs. an abundance of charm and character re-decorated accommodation well-suited to growing accommodation arranged over 3complex, floors. The home been gardens and offers versatile living accommodation inhome achain. well reSALTFORD OFFICE T: 01225 400400 AUCTION T:recently 01225 400400 en suite & family bathroom. Garage driveway. EPC Cideal suited to families and is marketed with chain. EPC village. Garden room, luxury kitchen/dining 3has beds, from nearby fields. This delightful, modern isEPC ofon Self-contained bed annex. EPC throughout and available with no upward chain. EPC EEasto families. Offered to the market with complete onward chain. BB bedroom home sits within generous gardens on the Wellsway side room. Established gardens. Garage & long driveway. EPC C well suited both first time buyers and those downsizing. EPC D aand high standard and enjoys several enhancements. EPC BAUCTION reception rooms, conservatory, kitchen, bedrooms &EPC shower throughout and available with no upward sales chain. EPC families. Offered to the market with complete onward EPC Situated the upper floor of aBoasting modern purpose built this and local pubs. an abundance of charm and character recently re-decorated accommodation well-suited to growing KEYNSHAM £190,000 Situated on the upper floor of aand modern purpose built complex, this SALTFORD OFFICE 01225 400400 T: 01225 400400 en suite & family bathroom. Garage &&T: driveway. EPC C suited to families and is marketed with aathose onward chain. EPC BD of town. Self-contained 11with bed annex. EPC EEroom, throughout and no upward sales chain. EPC E families. Offered to the market with complete onward chain. B complete with a summer house and a large workshop, a the second floor. Offered to the market with no chain, this room. Established gardens. Garage & long driveway. C well suited for both first time buyers and downsizing. a high standard enjoys several EPC B centrally located 1 cared bedroom apartment boasts a OFFICE selection of enhancements. Situated on the floor of aavailable modern purpose built complex, this throughout and with no upward sales chain. EPC E families. Offered to the market with complete chain. EPC onward onward Situated on the upper upper floor of aavailable modern purpose built complex, this throughout and available with no upward sales chain. EPC E families. Offered to the market with complete EPC B lovingly for and lends itself to an upsizing family. EPC C garded residential setting. Marketed with no onward chain. CB en suite & family bathroom. Garage & driveway. EPC C suited to families and is marketed with a onward chain. EPC B ASSOCIATED PARK LANE T: 0203 368 3869 www.daviesandway.com SALTFORD OFFICE T: 01225 400400 AUCTION T: 01225 400400 of town. Self-contained 1 bed annex. EPC E room. Established gardens. Garage & long driveway. EPC C throughout and available with no upward sales chain. EPC E families. Offered to the market with complete EPC B centrally located 1 bedroom apartment boasts a selection of chain. aen high standard and enjoys several EPC BE well suited for both first time buyers and downsizing. centrally located 1 cared bedroom apartment boasts aOFFICE selection of enhancements. Situated on the upper floor offor aavailable modern purpose built complex, this throughout and with no upward sales chain. EPC EC families. Offered toand theismarket market with with complete onward EPC onward lovingly andLANE lends itself to an upsizing family. garded setting. Marketed with no onward chain. EPC C ASSOCIATED PARK LANE T: 0203 368 3869 www.daviesandway.com suite &Self-contained family bathroom. Garage &T: driveway. EPC CEPC suited toresidential families marketed athose onward chain. EPC B D amenities within reach. Marketed with nowith chain. EPC B of town. 1no bed annex. EPC EEPC centrally located 11easy bedroom apartment boasts aonward selection of room. Established gardens. Garage & families. long driveway. EPC C centrally located bedroom apartment boasts aOFFICE selection of throughout and available no upward sales chain. EPC families. Offered to the with complete onward chain. EPC BB ASSOCIATED PARK 368 3869 www.daviesandway.com home and ample parking to the front. E property is an ideal purchase for young EPC Awaited amenities within easy reach. Marketed with chain. EPC BB0203 amenities withinoffice easy reach. Marketed with no onward onward chain. EPC centrally located 1 bedroom apartment boasts a selection of ASSOCIATED OFFICE T:BB0203 368 3869 www.daviesandway.com amenities within Marketed with chain. amenities within easy easy reach. reach.PARK MarketedLANE with no no onward onward chain. EPC EPC amenities within easy reach. Marketed with no onward chain. EPC B
KEYNSHAM OFFICE OFFICE KEYNSHAM KEYNSHAM OFFICE KEYNSHAM OFFICE SALTFORD OFFICE SALTFORD OFFICE OFFICE SALTFORD SALTFORD OFFICE ASSOCIATED PARK LANE LANE OFFICE OFFICE ASSOCIATED PARK ASSOCIATED PARK LANE OFFICE ASSOCIATED PARK LANE OFFICE
T: 0117 0117 9863681 9863681 T: T: 0117 9863681 T: 0117 9863681 T: 01225 400400 T: 01225 01225 400400 400400 T: T: 01225 400400 T: 0203 368 3869 T: 0203 0203 368 368 3869 3869 T: T: 0203 368 3869
LETTINGS T: T: 0117 0117 9868300 9868300 LETTINGS LETTINGS T: 0117 9868300 LETTINGS T: 0117 9868300 AUCTION T: 01225 400400 AUCTION T: T: 01225 01225 400400 400400 AUCTION AUCTION T: 01225 400400 www.daviesandway.com www.daviesandway.com www.daviesandway.com www.daviesandway.com
September, 2021
keynshamvoice
39
BRISTOL BASEBALL CLUB
FRYS BOWLING CLUB
Three shields in a row after tense finish
Thrilling finales for Badgers and Bats
July 30: The 51st Alsop Shield between Frys and Keynsham returned after a year out, with Frys the current holders. Keynsham hosted the game and led in the early ends, but Frys stayed in touch with rink 1 pulling away. Just after halfway, Keynsham went 10 shots up on rink 2, but Frys hit 12 shots in 7 ends to close the deficit. Rink 1 kept pulling away, and with rinks 3 and 4 playing a tight game, it set up a tense finish. The game took a twist, with rink 1 adding a further 10 shots in their last 6 ends. The other 3 rinks outscored Keynsham with their last 6 ends, seeing Frys wrap up their 3rd Alsop Shield in a row. n Scores: Rink 1: 27-9; Rink 2: 18-19; Rink 3: 16-12; Rink 4: 14-19; Frys 85-69 Keynsham. July 29: In the league, Frys looked to continue their good form with a visit from Bradley Stoke. A close game turned on the 14th end on all rinks, with Frys dropping a combined 8 shots. Bradley Stoke won 4350, with rinks 2 and 3 picking up a useful 4 points for Frys. n Scores: Rink 1: 6-25; Rink 2: 13-12; Rink 3: 24-13; Frys 43-50 Bradley Stoke (4-6).
Action from the Badgers and Rebeldes double header at the Somervale Pavilion in Keynsham. Below, Michael Comport hit his maiden home run against Cardiff Merlins THE Badgers and the Bats brought their 2021 campaigns to an end by sweeping their opponents at Somerdale Pavilion in Keynsham. In the AAA double header, the Badgers overcame SW Rebeldes 4-0 and 11-1, with Tom Hollies shutting out the Rebeldes in game one. As well as shutting out the powerful Rebeldes line-up and striking out eight batters over seven innings pitched, Hollies also contributed two RBIs at the plate. Infielders Rich Green and Carlson Charles had multi-hit games to help the Badgers score early. The Badgers’ offense came alive in the second game with outfielder George Braeger contributing three hits including a triple as the Bristol team racked up a six-run fifth inning. Rhodri Theaker took over from Hollies on the mound and pitched four scoreless innings to round off a successful afternoon. “It was great to finish with a couple of good wins despite a difficult season hit by injuries and absences,” said Bristol head coach Rhodri Theaker. “We stepped up from AA to AAA this season
and we have a great group of players who I believe can move forward and challenge for honours in 2022.” The Bats swept the previously unbeaten Cardiff Merlins 8-5 and 11-1 to finish one game behind the Severn Division champions. Tyron Porter had another good day on the mound, striking out six Merlins as well getting two hits at the plate, while Paul Carter contributed two RBIs to the winning total. The second game saw Bats’ debutant Michael Comport hit a massive home run behind a great pitching performance by Paul Carter, who gave up just one run in his six innings pitched. Carter also had a great game with the bat, with three hits and four RBIs, with catcher Neptali Ortega also having a multi-hit game. “It was probably our best all-round performance and doubly pleasing to beat the champions to finish the season,” said player manager Tom Rowe. “It been great to play a full season, and with a little luck here and there we could have won the title.”
Got News? Call Keynsham Voice on 0117 9082121
August 5: Begbrook Green ‘A’ hosted Frys, with both clubs in the bottom 3 of the table. As rain fell heavily, both sides exchanged shots, which saw Begbrook take a 3-shot lead after 34 ends. But the next 3 ends saw all Frys rinks combine for 4 shots. The rain resulted in the game being declared, with Frys taking a dramatic 32-31 win and 8 points. n Scores: Rink 1: 10-9; Rink 2: 10-11; Rink 3: 12-11; Frys 32-31 Begbrook Green ‘A’ (8-2). August 12: A struggling Ardagh visited Frys, who took an early lead with rink 2 and pulled away in rink 3, taking an unassailable lead in the game. An average performance on rink 2 saw Ardagh pull back some of the shots, and Frys held a 5-shot lead on the penultimate end. A poor end saw Ardagh hold 5 shots, but Frys skip saved the rink for Frys. Rink 1 had gone 20 shots up, but attacking play from Ardagh saw them close the gap to 7 with 2 ends left. Frys closed the rink out with 3 on the penultimate end. The 72-38 win with 10 points saw Frys jump to 8th in the table with 2 games left. n Scores: Rink 1: 30-17; Rink 2: 18-13; Rink 3: 24-8; Frys 72-38 Ardagh (10-0). Frys’ cup runs came to an end against Bristol St Andrews in the Clarence Davey Plate. A spirited effort fell short 70-80.
Email news@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
40
KEYNSHAM WALKING FOOTBALL
September, 2021
Winners
Action from the over 70s event, which was won by Keynsham A, right, after a penalty shoot-out. Below, the over 70s players who took part at the AJN Stadium in Keynsham Photos: Peter Ricketts
PRICE RIGHT BUILDINGS Bespoke Quality Timber Products
30 years experience creating beautiful timber bespoke buildings All of our buildings are built and erected by hand this way we know that the job has been done to our very high standards.
• Garden Sheds • Chalets • Summerhouses • Workshops • Outdoor Offices • Childrens Playhouses • Other Outdoor structures
Lays Farm, Charlton Road, Keynsham, BS31 2SE Tel/Fax : 0117 9866172 www.pricerightbuildings.co.uk
To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 9082121 or 07715770448
Email Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
September, 2021
41
KEYNSHAM WALKING FOOTBALL
walk tall after tournaments triumph
KEYNSHAM Walking Football held three successful walking football tournaments in July and August at the AJN Stadium in Keynsham. The invitation events sanctioned by Somerset FA, for over 60s, over 65s and over 70s, attracted teams from Bracknell, Bournemouth, Cirencester, Clevedon, Crewkerne, Highworth (near Swindon), Odd Down, Salisbury and Yeovil. The first event was the over 60s competition, which attracted eight teams who played in groups of four before a semi-final and final. It was won by Highworth Town, who beat the home side on penalties in the final. The Plate Final (for teams finishing 3rd and 4th in their groups) was won by Clevedon Town. The over 65s event was originally scheduled for a week in July but was postponed because of the extremely hot weather. It was eventually played with six teams in a single-league format in August, when Keynsham A were victorious with five straight wins. Highworth Town came second, just pipping Keynsham B for the runners-up spot on goal difference. The over 70s tournament consisted of eight teams in groups of four. Once again Keynsham A were victorious after a nil-nil draw with Second Chance (from Odd Down) in the final and a penalty shoot-out. Highworth Town won the Plate Trophy with a 3-0 victory over Keynsham B. In all, 22 teams took part on three days, with around 200 players playing the beautiful game, but a little slower. The competitions were played in a good spirit, and new friends were made and old acquaintances renewed.
Keynsham A celebrate winning the over 65s event. Top, the over 65 teams and, right, action from the tournament
Below, the players in the over 60s event that was won by Highworth Town, right. Above, over 60s action All photos: Peter Ricketts
Got News? Call Keynsham Voice on 0117 9082121
Email news@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
42
September, 2021
n CAMERTON AND PEASEDOWN CROQUET CLUB
Rain won't stop us supporting heart research CAMERTON and Peasedown Croquet Club had arranged to celebrate 60 years of life-saving research by the British Heart Foundation (BHF) on July 24 - but torrential rain forced its cancellation. The club had already raised £165 to support BHF’s research and treatment of heart and circulatory disease, and members did not want bad weather to get in the way. So, on September 12 from 2pm to 5pm, the club invites everyone to come and try croquet and enjoy a cream tea - all to support the fantastic work carried out by BHF. A warm welcome is guaranteed and a free introduction to croquet awaits, not forgetting ‘crazy croquet’ including Dukes of Hazzard and Tunnel of Doom! Chair Mo Boys said: “Our all-inclusive club is part of Peasedown St John Cricket Club and you can find us just off Whitebrook Lane, Peasedown St John, Bath BA2 8LD. “Croquet is an outdoor sport for everyone, one with health benefits and where, after a short
introduction, you can take part in a game. We look forward to seeing you all on September 12.” This year there’s been a surge in club membership as people look for a new interest. All equipment is provided – just wear flat soled
shoes. If you are interested in trying croquet, please phone Mo Boys on 07929 733640. l Pictured above, the croquet players who raised £165 to support the work of the British Heart Foundation.
n KEYNSHAM BOWLING CLUB
It's time to celebrate as season draws to a close AS we arrive at the tail end of the 2021 bowling season, members look back on what might have happened but did not. While league fixtures against some clubs have been played, the competitiveness has been lost due to the decision to cancel promotion and relegation between divisions, with clubs in 2022 starting in the same divisions as they now are. Activity in cup competitions remained and our men played at home to Bloomfield from Bath in the fifth round of the Turnbull Cup. The match remained on a knife edge right to the finish, with a measure being taken after the final wood was bowled on the last rink playing. Bloomfield won the end by one shot and took the match by 76 to 75 shots. Who says bowls isn’t an exciting game? In the Friday Triples, our men were drawn away to league leaders Avonvale and despite a good win on one of the four rinks, they suffered a heavy defeat on another and lost by five shots. The annual fixture between our men and Frys took place, with Frys being the trophy holders. Frys left Keynsham Park again with the trophy, having won by 75 to 59 shots, despite Keynsham narrowly winning on two of the four rinks. Frys returned to our green some three weeks later to play a Bristol and District League fixture,
To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 9082121 or 07715770448
when Keynsham won on all three rinks, with shots totalling 48 to 31, and hence picking up all 10 points. During the month we played host to the Southam United Club from Warwickshire, who stopped in Keynsham on their way home from a tour. Keynsham won on four of the five rinks played with a total shot score of 99-70. As a result of our open day earlier in the year, the ladies have welcomed seven new members, taking their number up to nearly 40. The ladies have joined the new Somerset Ladies County League which plays on Saturdays to enable those who work to play competitive bowls. They have performed well in all the cup matches they have played, reaching the quarter finals of the Southey Trophy. Keeping the surroundings of a bowling club plus its buildings in good condition is a timeconsuming and costly exercise. Fortunately we have a dedicated group of men who meet every Monday throughout the year, come rain or shine, to keep everything in order, saving the club a great deal money. In appreciation of their work, one of our generous members decided to give them a treat, and our picture shows them at the Lock Keeper enjoying a drink before tucking into their meal.
Email Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
September, 2021 ACCOUNTANT
AERIALS
43 BLINDS & CURTAINS
The Aerial Co.
● TV Aerials & Satellites ● Extra Points ● Repairs ● Sky Work Undertaken ● Telephone Extensions ● TV Wall Mounting ● CCTV ● Data Points & Wi-Fi Extensions ● TV/DAB/FM Multi Point Systems Call Nick on 07970 529787 Email: theaerialco@yahoo.com
AERIALS
AERIALS
We Supply Curtains and all types of window blind. We offer a free no obligation home quote and full fitting service Visit our showroom:
499 Bath Road Saltford BS31 3HQ Open 10.00 until 4.00 Mon- Sat Or Phone us
01225 874411
BUILDING SERVICES
www.theaerialman.co.uk
• 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
• Digital Aerials • Fully Guaranteed • Repairs • Satellites • Free Quotes • OAP Discount • Additional TV Points • Humax Recorders Affordable Prices - Reliable Service
0117 967 9028
APPLIANCE REPAIRS
BUILDING SERVICES
TRADITIONAL BUILDERS • Property Maintenance • General Building & Alterations • Walling / Patios • Roofing • Carpentry
Tel: 01761 462804 or Mob: 07890 700 932
FREE QUOTATIONS
Email: tradstoneconstruction@yahoo.co.uk
Tel: 01225 872243 / 07557 505174
ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS From as little as
£20
BATHROOMS
PDay Plumbing Services Bathroom Refurb Specialists www.pdayplumbingservices.co.uk info@pdayplumbingservices.co.uk
- Friendle - Reliable - Affordable - Est 2008
.00 +VAT
Per month
Contact emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
TEL: 01179 082121
CAR BODY REPAIRS
Call Peter
07793 746958
Got News? Call Keynsham Voice on 0117 9082121
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
Unit 8, Durley Lane, Keynsham, BS31 2AJ
Email news@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
44 CAR BODY REPAIRS
September, 2021
CARPET CLEANING
ELECTRICIAN
ABLE
CLEANING LIMITED
100%Mobile Mobile - to work or home! 100% - to work or home!
Bumper Scuffs • Alloy Wheel Bumper Scuffs • Alloy Wheel Refurbishment • Vandal Scratches Refurbishment • Vandal Scractches Minor Dents • Calliper Painting Minor Dents • Calliper Painting Headlight Restoration • Motorcycles Repairs 70% cheaper than body 70% cheaper than carcar body shopsshops
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
Keynsham Based
Tel: 0117 329 3773 Mob: 07780 713 665
Outside Work = Perfect for Social distancing
Tel: 07760 320942 www.ablecleaningltd.com
CARPENTRY SERVICES
DRIVEWAYS
ELECTRICIAN
JT Paving
DRIVEWAYS AND PAVING CARPENTRY & CONSTRUCTION CUT ROOFS • LOFT CONVERSIONS • EXTENSIONS GARAGE CONVERSIONS • HOME RENOVATIONS KITCHENS • STAIRCASES • DECKING • INTERNAL DOORS
07826848761 info@ldbcarpentry.co.uk
Over 90 reviews on yell.com
www.ldbcarpentry.co.uk
www.jtpaving.co.uk jont271@hotmail.co.uk 07770303827
CARPET CLEANING
DRIVEWAYS
ELECTRICIAN
AGL DRIVEWAYS
Griffin Electrical
Based in Keynsham
Tarmac & Block Paving
mail@arjelectrical.co.uk
Registered BANES contractor for dropped kerbs Locally based over 25 years experience
Established 1984
•• AA wide wide range range of of colours colours & & patterns patterns • Local Saltford family run business • Local Keynsham family run for 50 years business for 50 years • All work guaranteed • Free estimates ••All work guaranteed • Free estimates Pressure washing Driveways & Patios
Tel:0117 012259860485 873587 Tel: or 453821 or07831 07831 453821 www.agldrives.co.uk ELECTRICIAN
RElectrical A Moon Services Domestic - Commercial - Industrial Installation - Testing - Maintenance
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
0117 3690000 07940 247514 www.ramoonelectricalservices.co.uk Email: ramoon@blueyonder.co.uk
To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 9082121 or 07715770448
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
ELECTRICIAN
Free Quotes Inspection and Testing Landlord Certificates New builds and Extensions Extra Sockets and Lights Fire Alarms, Smoke Detectors
www.ElderwoodElectrical.com Office - 0117 9322379 Mobile - 07725 058581
Email Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
September, 2021 FUNERAL SERVICES
keynshamvoice
45
GARDEN SERVICES
GARDEN SERVICES
PROFESSIONAL DRIVEWAY & PATIO CLEANING EXTERIOR CLEANING
Keynsham Tree Removal & Stump Grinding
DCM
• PRESSURE WASHING • MODERN FLAT SURFACE CLEANER • ALGAE / MOSS TREATMENT • SOFT WASHING • FREE MEASURE & QUOTE
• Tree felling • Stump grinding • All tree & hedge work undertaken • Fencing • Waste removal • Mini Digger & Operator • Good rates & reliable service
dcmcleaning@outlook.com www.dcmexteriorcleaning.co.uk
(All areas covered)
07565 146668 GARDEN SERVICES
Tel: 0117 9117652 Mobile: 07747 131431 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 GARAGE DOORS
www.goodgroundsandgardens.co.uk
GARDEN SERVICES
Full liability insurance
BOB HELLIER 0117 9862945 GARDEN SERVICES
AFRESH GARDENS
For a quality, comprehensive and efficient garden service • Maintenence • Make over • Private / Commercial Contact Chris Knowles RHs dip, Nch hort
T: 07794 701637
GARDEN SERVICES
CALL: 07870 451382
BURGESSGARDENING.CO.UK
• All Tree work undertaken • Hedges Reduced & Shaped • Fencing & Decking • Driveways • Patios Est 10 years
Tel: 07803 474846
E: christopher.knowles@mypostoffice.co.uk
four_seasons1234@hotmail.com
GARDEN SERVICES
GARDEN SERVICES
BURGESS GARDENING • GRASS CUTTING • RIDE ON MOWING • FENCING • LANDSCAPING • HEDGE CUTTING FULLY INSURED SETH BURGESS
FREE ESTIMATES
All work fully insured
ALL TREE & GARDEN WORKS
• DECKING • FENCING • GATES FULLY QUALIFIED - FULLY INSURED REGISTERED WASTE CARRIER T:0117 9864197 M: 07854 110595 E: terrybur80@gmail.com
Got News? Call Keynsham Voice on 0117 9082121
D. ATTWELL
LANDSCAPING & TREE SERVICES For All Garden Works Patios – Decking Gravelling – Fencing Wood Chippings – Jetwashing Foliage Removed – Roots Destroyed Garden Walls & General Building
• FULLY INSURED • LICENSED WASTE CARRIER
For a FREE quote call 07960 681 921 d.attwellgardenservices@hotmail.co.uk
Email news@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
46 KITCHEN SPECIALISTS
M JJ CRAWFORD M CRAWFORD CARPENTRY CARPENTRY & & KITCHEN KITCHEN FITTING SERVICES FITTING LTD
Your local carpenter who carries out all types of carpentry work .
• Kitchens • Bathrooms • Doors • Skirting • Flooring • Decking • Pvc cladding
Call Matt on 07909 928413 or 01179 864304 for a free quote
E: mjcrawfordcarpenrtykitchen@yahoo.com
W: www.mjcrawfordcarpenrty.co.uk OVEN CLEANING
September, 2021
PAINTING AND DECORATING
PET CARE
Tiler • Mason • Painter
Local Painter & Decorator Internal & external work Quality work, reliable service. Fully insured & Covid precautions taken
Redlynch Lane, Chewton Keynsham, BS31 2SN T: 0117 9862658 E: info@latchetskennels.co.uk
Get in touch for a free quote.
Tel: 07450 916167
@decoratewithpaul Classic & Natural stone tiles High Quality Finish email: decoratewithpaul@gmail.com Specialising in Italian showers Free Quote Contemporary & Provençale kitchens Bristol & Surrounding Areas Interior & Exterior Masonry AND DECORATING PAINTING Interior & façade painting
W: www.latchetskennels.co.uk PLUMBING SERVICES
Cherry Plumbing & Heating Services
Renovation Painter Tiler Decorator
Builder & Interior Decorator
17 Years Experience Tiling Interior & Exterior Masonry E: dacriscobuilder3@gmail.com Interior & Facade T: 0117 401 8568 / 07557 335 956 PaintingDacrisco Builder No Job Too Small Free Quote 17 Years Experience
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
PAINTING AND DECORATING
Boiler Breakdown Service & Installation Engineer
Call Darren on 07787 956651
E: dacriscobuilder9@gmail.com
1st Stop CLEANING SERVICES
Over 20 yrs experience
All makes and models worked on
T: 0117 382 7716 / 07557 335 956 OVEN CLEANING
EST 2004
PLUMBING SERVICES
ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS From as little as
£20.00 +VAT
Per month
• Installation • Service • Repair
Covering Bristol, Bath & surrounding areas
0117 9867955 07801 560674
E-MAIL: emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk TEL: 01179 082121
www.vortexheat.co.uk
PET CARE
PLUMBING SERVICES
Keynsham based
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
CanineCabin
PROFESSIONAL GROOMING PROFESSIONAL DOG GROOMERS KEYNSHAM KEYNSHAM
One-on-One stress-free groom in breeds a safe, Grooming service for small/medium friendly and environment. Personal one on onerelaxed attention given to each pet bath, ear nailgland clip, care Bath,Includes clip and styling. Ear,clean, nail and Pick up andclipping/styling. delivery service available Pick up for OAP’s within area Keynsham forservice OAP’s within Keynsham
Tel: 07954 994774 07954 994774
To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 9082121 or 07715770448
Email Emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
keynshamvoice
September, 2021 PLUMBING 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
47
No Call out Charge
PLUMBING SERVICES
Taps, Washers Toilets, Cisterns Leaks, Blockages Tanks, Overflows Lead Pipes, Stopcocks….etc… OAP DISCOUNTS and NO VAT
0117
957 5092
TOE NAIL CUTTING
Amanda’s Mobile Foot Care
• Routine Foot Care • Toe Nail Cutting • Filing • Hard Skin • Corn Reduction • Fungal Nails • Ingrowing Toe Nails •Verrucas.
£5 off
Amanda Cook S.A.C. DIP RHFP Insured & DBS checked
T: 07718 205962
your first appointment E: amanda.cook2@sky.com
PROPERTY SERVICES
Tom’s Property Maintenance
• INSTALLER OF NEW FACIA SOFFITTS & GUTTERS • BARGE BOARDS • GUTTER REPAIRS • CLADDING ROOFING • FENCING • EXTERIOR PAINTING • DOOR CANOPIES • GENERAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE • NEW FENCE SUPPLIED & FITTED Call now for a free quote
Tel: 0117 9117652 Mob: 07747 131431
tomspropertymaintenance11@yahoo.com
PLUMBING SERVICES
TELEPHONE ENGINEER
AMG SolutionS * TAPS, WASHERS * BALL VALVES * LEAKS, WASTES * OVERFLOWS, DRIPS * LEAD PIPES * TOILETS, FLUSHES
• 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
Tel : 0117 3620313 Website : www.amg-solutions.co.uk TILING SERVICES
Bathroom, Kitchen & Floor Tiling
Mosaic, Travertine, Porcelain & Ceramic Specialists
Andy on 07468 791619
Email: arhys-jones@sky.com A Keynsham business
www.tilingheaven.co.uk Got News? Call Keynsham Voice on 0117 9082121
ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS
From as little as
£20
CALL EMMA ON: .00 01179 082121
+VAT
Per month
WASTE DISPOSAL
Garden, Clearance House, Garden, Office Clearance House,House, Garden, OfficeOffice 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
Email news@keynshamvoice.co.uk
Nursery | Prep | Senior | Sixth Form Nursery | Prep | Senior | Sixth Form
Nursery | Prep | Senior | Sixth Form
Travel options covering Bath, Wiltshire and Bristol Travel options covering Bath, Wiltshire and Bristol
Travel options covering Bath, Wiltshire and Bristol
Pioneering girls’ girls’ education education Pioneering Pioneering girls’ education Full, weekly and flexible boarding options Full, weekly and flexible boarding options
Full, weekly and flexible boarding options
Royal High School Bath @RoyalHighBath
Sign up to our Open Events Sign up up to our Open Events Sign to our Open Events
www.royalhighbath.gdst.net Royal High School Bath Royal High School Bath Royal High School Bath @RoyalHighBath @RoyalHighBath @RoyalHighBath www.royalhighbath.gdst.net www.royalhighbath.gdst.net www.royalhighbath.gdst.net