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FREE EVERY MONTH IN KEYNSHAM & SALTFORD Anger at lack of action on road
A Keynsham woman who believes the road outside her house is a “death trap” says she was shocked to be told nothing will be done to improve pedestrians’ safety for at least another year. Page 4
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Town’s High Street faces the loss of another bank
Santander to close a just year after NatWest
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Keynshamvoice recently held two reader competitions and is pleased to announce the winners. In December’s Keynshamvoice, to be in with a chance of winning a meal for two at Keynsham’s Somer Dining we asked: Which two nights of the week is Somer Dining now open for dinner? The answer was Friday and Saturday and the winner drawn at random from entries was Kayleigh Penny. In January’s edition, along with our sister titles, we ran a competition offering tickets
to the reunion of Little and Large at Bristol’s Slapstick Festival last month. We asked: Who is the director of Bristol’s annual Slapstick Festival? The answer was Chris Daniels and Keynsham’s winner was Fiona Wilson. Congratulations to our winners. This month, we are offering one lucky couple the chance to win a bundle of prizes from Keynsham companies worth more than £1,000 in our Keynsham Wedding Competition. See Page 32 – and good luck!
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Santander will be second bank to leave High Street in just over a year
Views from the web Here are some of the responses to the announcement posted online: I think the loss of one bank won't be a huge loss. There are more banks on our High Street than most. I just hope it doesn't mean that others will follow. Online banking is fine when it works but sometimes a branch is the only option. Tristan Two of the banks I have used have closed in Keynsham. I had to drive to the city centre to close my accounts as it’s not convenient. I save my pennies and bag them up
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Another high street bank has announced it will be leaving Keynsham. Santander has revealed it plans to shut the town’s branch on July 4 – just over a year after NatWest closed its doors in the High Street for the last time. It is one of 140 branches Santander intends to axe in the coming year, which the banking giant says will affect 1,270 employees nationwide. The decision, says the firm, has come in response to changes in the way people carry out their banking as more and more transactions are completed online. When it assessed the Keynsham branch, the bank says it found that 88 per cent of people visiting it used a variety of banking methods, 29 per cent also used another branch and 58 per cent had used internet, mobile or telephone banking. Susan Allen, head of retail and business banking, said: “The way our customers are choosing to bank with us has changed dramatically in recent years, with more and more customers using online and mobile channels. As a result, we have had to take some very difficult decisions over our less visited branches, and those where we have other branches in close proximity. “We will support customers of closing branches to find
Santander in Keynsham High Street alternative ways to bank with us that best suit their individual needs. We are also working alongside our unions to support colleagues through these changes and to find alternative roles for those impacted wherever possible. “We continue to believe that branches have a vital role to play and we will be refurbishing 100 of our branches over the next two years. We are confident that following these changes we will
have the right branch network to serve our customers’ changing needs, and we expect the size of our network to remain stable for the foreseeable future.” When Keynshamvoice posted the news online, many people raised concerns at the loss of another opportunity for face-toface banking locally, with many praising the branch’s staff and some saying they now intended to switch their account from Santander.
to pay in, I don’t want to be driving to the centre just for that. I just hope other banks don’t follow suit as you can’t do everything online. Kerry
age before laptops, apps, mobile phones and the digi-world we have become. High street banks are disappearing one by one. Jeff
Not everyone can do online banking, maybe due to age or ability. Some people like to deal with a person and sadly for some is the only contact they have with people in their community. Emma
Handy cashpoint but never had to actually go in, even as a customer of theirs. Matt
The way of the new world....we will evolve to be a totally digital age within my lifetime. I also use that Keynsham branch a lot, my customers are pensioners and pay me by cheque as they are of that
I’m not a Santander customer but I can’t remember the last time I used a bank for personal use so I can understand why banks are feeling the need to close smaller branches. People’s needs are changing and the banks should invest money on adapting to those needs rather than keeping
Others said they felt frequent queues at the branch showed there was still demand while others admitted they hadn’t visited a bank branch in some time. Clive Fricker, chair of Keynsham Town Council and Keynsham Business Forum, said he was concerned at the impact of another bank closure on the High Street. He told Keynshamvoice: “Based on experience with NatWest, any reduction in normal banking facilities is negative news with implications for ease of service and local economic spend and footfall with its multiplier impact. The last thing we want is a domino effect and finish with no prime banking source and there are real concerns for the less able or mobile members of our community in the current banking sector contraction.” Following the closure, the nearest Santander branch will be just under five miles away in Kingswood or in the centre of Bath. Account holders can also bank at Post Office branches. l Keynsham Business Forum next meets on Wednesday, February 13, and Thursday, April 18 at The Space. It is free to join and there is more information, including upcoming topics and workshops, at https://tinyurl. com/keynshambusiness
branches that are underused open. Sarah Having stood on many occasions in a really long queue in Santander and the other banks in Keynsham, I would question the lack of demand. I agree that most things can be done via an app, but not all, and there are still members of our community that find it difficult to get to grips with online banking. It is the older generation and the business community that suffers most, which is a shame. What's more, I'll lay odds that it becomes another charity shop – just what Keynsham needs more of! Jayne
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Residents’ anger at another year with no improvements to ‘death trap’ road A Keynsham woman who believes the road outside her house is a “death trap” says she was shocked to be told nothing will be done to improve pedestrians’ safety for at least another year. Gemma Mitchell and her neighbours on the Wellsway appeared in Keynshamvoice 18 months ago in August 2017 to voice their concerns over speeding cars and vehicles frequently mounting the narrow pavements just outside their homes near the junction with Bath Hill. They told Keynshamvoice how they had been clipped by wing mirrors on passing cars while one driver crashed into a garden wall and another hit a telegraph pole as they lost control on the corner. Gemma suffered another near-miss in the months following the article when a 4x4 mounted the pavement just outside her garden gate as she was stepping out onto the path to catch the bus one morning. Now the mum-of-three, who says she suffers “crippling anxiety” that one of her children will be involved in an accident outside their home, has written to Bath and North East Somerset Council to say she will “hold them responsible” should someone be seriously hurt or worse after being told the stretch of road had not been included in planned road improvements for the year ahead. A letter from the council’s
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Gemma Mitchell and some of her neighbours on the Wellsway traffic management department explains that any road schemes must be included in the approved Transport Improvement Plan (TIP) before they can progress – but the length of the Wellsway in question was not in the TIP for this year or 2019/20. Gemma said: “Since the last article I have been very disappointed at the lack of action. The council painted a 20mph sign on the road, which no one takes any notice of, and we have occasionally had a temporary flashing sign on the road – which initially faced the wrong way and then ran out of batteries. “Family, neighbours and I have had a number of near-misses which makes me fear there is going to be a fatal or life-changing accident sooner or later. It’s down to luck there hasn’t been anything more serious. I fail to
understand how the council can ignore this situation.” Residents have called for speed tables near the junction to slow traffic and raised kerbs to stop vehicles driving onto the pavements – but Gemma said both suggestions had received a negative response from B&NES in the letter. Speed tables could create noise and increase air pollution as vehicles braked and accelerated while a raised kerb could make it harder for pedestrians to cross or to pass each other by stepping into the road, it said. Gemma said: “There has been nothing positive in B&NES’ response - every idea we have had has been turned down, and they have made no suggestions for improvements or how we can stay safe. I’m just so fed up they haven’t done anything.”
Keynsham councillor Bryan Organ said he shared residents’ concerns about what he felt was a “very dangerous corner” and had visited the site with B&NES transport chief Mark Shelford during a tour of Keynsham to look at issues on various roads. A number of schemes in the town had been given the go-ahead as a result, he said, but a number of issues on the Wellsway, including a pedestrian crossing further along, had not been approved. He said: “Across Keynsham things are improving slowly with the finances and facilities available, but there is still a lot of work to be done. This is a dangerous corner with a very narrow pavement and I hope we can do more about it and it is still being looked at.” A spokesperson for B&NES Council told Keynshamvoice: “The council is currently reviewing how schemes are assessed and prioritised – once this work this has been completed the highways team will formally assess this section of Wellsway again. “However, further improvements to this 20mph section of Wellsway are not included in the forthcoming Transport Improvement Programmes (TIP). “Priority is given to roads or locations where the need is greatest, for example where there is a history of injury accidents or where there are no facilities for pedestrians.”
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Opera in a Box performed La Boheme at last year’s Keynsham Music Festival Photo: Stewart McPherson Photography
Performers to bring opera to the park again this summer
Buses and lorries are among the veicles seen mounting the narrow pavement
Keynsham Music Festival is once again bringing opera in the open-air to the Memorial Park this summer. Opera in a Box is performing Donizetti’s The Elixir of Love in the Top Stage Festival Marquee
on Thursday, July 4, at 7.30pm and tickets have already gone on sale. The opera company is returning to Keynsham after performing the festival’s first ever full opera – La Boheme – last year.
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Talking Newspaper team ‘thrilled’ to welcome comedian Bill as patron A Keynsham charity has announced that comedian Bill Bailey has become its patron. The popular comic, who regularly appears on TV, has lent his support to Keynsham and District Talking Newspaper, which provides a weekly audio news service to around 100 visually impaired people living in Keynsham, Bristol, Bath and further afield. Bill was born in Bath, grew up in Keynsham and went to Bath’s King Edward’s School. He is a classically trained musician, going on to receive an associate diploma from London College of Music. His stand-up career has seen him perform around the world and he is often seen on our TV screens in panel shows including QI and Have I Got News For You and appeared in the sitcom Black Books and on quiz show Never Mind the Buzzcocks for many years. He supports a range of causes, including Stand Up To Cancer, for which he walked 100 miles along the Icknield Way and the Ridgeway Path in 2017 to raise money. He has also lent his backing to the Fawcett Society in support of women’s rights and spoken out on men’s health issues including prostate cancer. He is also a keen environmental conservationist, receiving an honorary doctorate in conservation and
Comedian Bill Bailey sustainability from the Australian University of the Sunshine Coast in 2014, and is patron of a number of wildlife charities.
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Chairman of the Keynsham Talking Newspaper, Mike Crane, said the team were all “absolutely thrilled” to welcome
Bill as patron. The service, which was launched 35 years ago, has launched an appeal to recruit more volunteers to fill a wide range of roles, from editors and readers to recording technicians and social media assistants. Mr Crane said: “We have been carrying several vacancies for a while and felt it best to try and recruit for all roles in one swoop! People may show an interest initially in one role, for example, and then prefer another once they know the wide options available. “The service is recorded weekly onto memory stick and involves editors to help choose relevant news and stories, readers to read those onto the magazine ‘side’ and onto the news ‘side’, technicians to record, and helpers for the packing and unpacking into envelopes for delivery. We would also welcome help on our social media and events side.” Training is provided, particularly for technicians, who must also be confident in using computers. News is recorded at the charity’s studio in Saltford on a Thursday evening over approximately two hours, while the magazine element is recorded on a Thursday afternoon. To find out more about volunteering with Keynsham and District Talking Newspaper, or to join as a listener, call 0117 299 3021.
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Councils to discuss ambitious plans for transport network Plans to transform the way people travel in and around Bristol and Bath – including the potential for a new metrobus route or other link between the two cities – have been unveiled. Members of the West of England Combined Authority (WECA), which is overseen by metro mayor Tim Bowles – are due to discuss the ambitious proposals to create a “mass transit network” for the area at a meeting on Friday, February 1. The network could include buses as well as overground or underground rail links and includes four key routes: l Bristol to Bristol Airport – connecting the city centre, south Bristol and the airport. l Bristol to North Fringe – connecting the city centre, north Bristol, Southmead Hospital, Cribbs Causeway. l Bristol to East Fringe – connecting the city centre, East Fringe and east Bristol. l Mass transit Bristol to Bath – initial priority for a metrobus corridor to Bath, with longerterm ambition for a highfrequency mass transit solution between Bristol and Bath. The WECA committee, which includes Mr Bowles and the leaders of Bath and North East Somerset Council, Bristol City Council and South Gloucestershire Council, will be asked to agree to spend £200,000 on developing an outline business case for the
Metrobuses are now operating in Bristol mass transit project, with help from the Department for Transport. This next stage will involve looking at potential demand along the routes and the benefits of the proposed network. Mr Bowles said: “This is an ambitious plan that could dramatically improve transport for residents across our region. It’s not something that we can deliver overnight, so it’s essential that we do the groundwork to
understand what this might look like and how much it would cost. Better transport will support the delivery of new homes as well as improving access to jobs, linking new homes and communities with employment areas.” The transport plans will be considered by the WECA Committee on Friday, February 1. For more details on the meeting, visit www.westofengland-ca.gov. uk/meetings.
Concern at clean-air zone decision delay A new report on whether Bath should introduce charges for certain vehicles entering the city is due to be published next month after thousands of B&NES residents gave their views on the scheme. Bath and North East Somerset Council’s cabinet opted to delay signing off on a proposed cleanair zone at a meeting on December 18, following an “unprecedented” number of responses to a public consultation. More than 8,400 responses were received and Councillor Mark Shelford, cabinet member for transport and environment, said it was right to allow extra time to assess the feedback. Under the proposal, people who drive diesel cars registered before approximately 2015 and petrol cars registered before approximately 2006 would have to pay £9 to enter the city centre charging zone. Higher emission buses, coaches and heavy goods lorries would face a £100 charge. Liberal Democrat councillors have raised concerns, however, that the lack of progress on tackling pollution in the city could lead to legal and financial penalties from the Government. Lib Dem spokesperson on air quality, Councillor Richard Samuel, said: “Bristol has already come under threat of legal action for not complying with the Government’s instructions and now we have confirmation that B&NES could also be heading that way.” Cabinet members have asked for a full analysis of consultation responses and a report with fully costed and modelled options.
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Runners get behind Avon and Somerset Police’s #JogOn campaign at the launch in January A new campaign has been launched to help joggers, particularly women, feel safer on the streets. Reports of harassment and intimidation experienced by runners on the roads, on footpaths and in parks have prompted Avon and Somerset Police to develop #Jog On. The initiative offers tips and guidance to help people feel safer and more confident while exercising outdoors. The force explains #JogOn stands for Join together, Remain Observant, Give us a call – with their advice including joining a running group, calmly noting details of any incidents or offenders and sharing them with police. The initiative has been developed with Bristol Zero Tolerance with feedback from a number of running organisations. Among the runners sharing negative experiences on the road at the launch of the campaign was Rose, a Run4Life leader in Hengrove, who said young people often run alongside their group and make hurtful comments. She added: “The people they usually pick on have low self-esteem already, and this could make the difference to them coming back the following week or not.” Sam Bell, a runner based in Keynsham, said the town was generally a safe and friendly place for runners but like many female runners she had had some negative experiences. She said: “I really like people calling out a cheery ‘hello’ or ‘well done’ but I could do without sarcastic comments on my run-
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ning or appearance. I wish these men and boys would recognise that it is hard enough sometimes getting out there for a run without receiving a critique on what I am doing.” Running in a group has many benefits besides offering extra safety and there are steps runners can take when out alone, she added. “I run regularly with Fry Club Joggers and every week we are urged to look after each other on our runs and ensure that each group sticks together. We also ask that all runners try and return to our start point at Somerdale Pavilion at the end of the run – so we know everyone is safe. “Through This Mum Runs, a women’s running group that has been involved in developing the police campaign, I have met lots
of lovely local running friends and we regularly arrange to run together, which is both safer and more enjoyable. I find that I run much better with others as we all encourage each other and I feel more motivated to keep going than when I run alone. “I do sometimes run alone but I try and stick to well lit and less isolated routes and although I do wear headphones I use boneconducting ones that allow me to hear traffic and be more aware of peripheral noise.” Announcing the #JogOn campaign, Detective Superintendent Marie Wright said: “Not everyone can afford a gym membership and getting outside in the fresh air is good for your health and wellbeing. I want to empower people to feel safe and confident whilst outside exercising.
“Unfortunately, we know that some people, usually women, can feel uncomfortable, intimidated or scared to go out for a run, especially in the winter when the nights are longer and there is less opportunity to be outdoors during daylight. “Exercising in a group can be a great way to help you feel safe, keep you motivated and deter threatening behaviour, so why not join your local running club? Stay alert to your surroundings and if you’re heckled, try to remain calm. I know this can be hard, but getting angry or entering into a dispute could escalate the situation. “What I would encourage is for people to report to us any incidents of harassment or threatening behaviour, even if you cannot identify the perpetrator. Telling us may not always lead to an arrest, but it can help us to build up a picture of local issues, so that we can allocate resources appropriately. Reporting could also help to stop this happening to someone else.” Anyone who wants to find out more about Keynsham running groups and activities can visit Fry Club Joggers at frysjoggers.btck. co.uk, This Mum Runs at www. thismumruns.co.uk/social-runs or Somerdale Parkrun at www.parkrun.org.uk/somerdale pavilion
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aith was restored this month when a member of the public got in contact with the neighbourhood policing team to say that they had found a wallet. This is not unusual but this wallet still had over £500 in it. We were able to locate the owner and reunite him with it. To say he was over the moon would be an understatement! n This month the local targeting team supported immigration to conduct various checks around Keynsham. One of these checks at a local property found no immigration offences, but the officers did manage to locate a 28-plant cannabis farm. Inquiries are ongoing to identifying the
n It’s all change for the Keynsham Beat Team. Samantha Kayser has been successful in the promotion process and is waiting to find out where she is being posted. We wish her well with this and we will hopefully be getting a replacement in the not too distant future. We also welcome PCSO Katie White to the office, who replaces Bob Hambridge. She is an experienced PCSO who has previously worked in Bristol so keep your eyes peeled for her around Keynsham and say hello. n We have been running a number of road operations this month targeting various things such as weight and width limits in and around Keynsham. We have also been running automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) operations and dealing with the various motoring offences this has presented. All of these operations have given us a number of positive outcomes with some of the offending vehicles being seized
and impounded. On the back of this, the DVLA has been in the area targeting untaxed vehicles. It’s a good time of year to give your vehicle a once-over, not only checking its condition, from tyres to wiper blades, but also ensuring your documentation is all in order. n Recently we have been working more and more with our schools, assisting them with bullying issues. Bullying takes many forms and a number of incidents now occur online. This is an area that I have previously spoken about but it’s worth revisiting. If you have children, do you know what social media they use? Do you understand it? All of the social media sites have various terms and conditions which get ignored by most when signing up. It’s very difficult for us when these rules have been ignored or broken as they are there for a reason and that is to protect the users. Snapchat is the most popular at the moment but it’s also one of the most difficult to monitor. Speak to your children to get an understanding of what they
are using and make sure that it is suitable for them. PLEASE make sure that you have some safeguarding in place for them and you monitor the usage of these sites. A good rule of thumb is that if you wouldn’t stop in the street and talk to someone then you don’t need to be their friend on social media. n Travelling criminals attacking vans to steal tools have been a problem across the force area. Think about where you park your vehicles and make sure that items are stored safely and out of sight. Additional security measures could prevent you becoming a victim of crime. If you see anyone acting suspiciously, please get as much information as you can and call us. n After Chandag Infant School suffered criminal damage in December, two of the offenders have been identified and dealt with for their involvement in the incident. It was great to see the local community rallying round to donate toys to replace the ones that were damaged.
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‘Ethical’ litter firm to hand out fines
An “ethical” litter enforcement firm has been awarded a contract to hand out fines to those caught dropping rubbish in Bath and North East Somerset’s streets and parks. B&NES Council has signed a year-long deal with 3GS, whose uniformed officers will be working across the area from March 1 with powers to issue fixed penalties of up to £150 for deliberately dropping litter and up to £400 for fly-tipping. Officers from the firm, which says on its website it provides “ethical environmental enforcement”, will work from 7am to 7pm seven days a week. Under the agreement, there is a limit to how much 3GS can earn from the contract, with any money raised above its fixed fee going to the council or into anti-littering education and promotion. Councillor Bob Goodman said: “We want to be firm but
fair and we have been assured by 3GS that the enforcement officers will be proportionate in the way they go about this task. However the message is clear, please don’t drop litter and dump waste otherwise you risk a hefty fixed penalty fine. “Bath and North East Somerset is a truly beautiful place and it both frustrates and saddens me when I see
litter dumped in our streets, parks and in public places at considerable cost to the council. I hope this scheme will act both as a deterrent as well as educate people about littering and dog fouling and the cost it has not just to the council but to the environment that we all share. “Thinking back to last summer’s heatwave our parks and green spaces were almost daily left in an awful mess by some people having picnics and leaving all their waste behind. It was horrible to see. It isn’t difficult to find a bin and dispose of your rubbish and if the bin is full then the message is take your rubbish home and recycle it or put it in the general waste. “This pilot scheme with enforcement officers will be monitored carefully, and we will listen to local views and do what’s best to keep our area clean and tidy at no extra cost to the council.”
3GS and the council plan to run promotional campaigns against littering, and the company also runs reward schemes for people who go the extra mile to keep their area clean. Martin Jerrold, 3GS managing director, said: “3GS acts as a proportionate enforcer, meaning that fixed penalty notices are issued based on need. “Our aim is to reduce environmental crime for the long term; and our enforcement officers will patrol and issue FPNs to reduce street offences such as littering and dogfouling.” 3GS has also recently been awarded a litter enforcement contract for Bristol, taking over from controversial Kingdom, which reportedly issued £31,000 of fines in its first week in the city and attracted a number of negative headlines during its tenure.
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Council sets its budget amid park funding concerns Keynsham town councillors have voted to raise the council tax precept by two per cent from April, partly in a bid to avoid a spending crisis over refurbishing Keynsham’s play areas in the coming years. The rise means a Band D household will contribute £91.29 to the town council in 2019/20, an increase of 3.4p a week on 2018/19. The town council has forecast it will spend £754,115 over the coming financial year, on services such as managing Keynsham Cemetery, sports facilities at Manor Road and in Keynsham Memorial Park, supporting the Music Festival and providing the town’s youth service. Councillor Bob Elcome, chair of the town council finance committee, said a review of the council’s finances also revealed no funds had been regularly set aside to cover the cost of refurbishing the play areas leased by the town council from B&NES Council and which will all be due for an overhaul in the next 10 years. He said: “The last major expenditure on play areas occurred in 2001, yet since then there appears to have been no planned programme of making regular allocations each year to build earmarked reserves to a sufficient level to fund future refurbishments, which are now becoming necessary. If the landlord decided to enforce the repairing leases all at once, the town council would either have to take out a large loan or go
bankrupt. Long-term financial planning must be a feature of the budget each and every year in future”. The play areas leased from B&NES include Upper and Lower Memorial Park, Downfields, Park Road, Kelston Park, Manor Road and Teviot Road and the town council must refurbish them before the leases expire in 2028. Town clerk Cheryl Scott said: “Play equipment is not cheap – to replace the broken four-seat junior swing in the Memorial Park is costing just under £11,000. It’s not just about buying a swing that conforms to the necessary standards, but ensuring proper installation, including provision of appropriate safety surfaces.” The budget and precept rise were passed at the town council’s January meeting, when councillors also decided not to adopt Holmoak play area at Bilbie Green after learning the authority would not receive a Section 106 payment from developer Barratt towards the cost of maintaining the site – but talks are ongoing, Dr Scott said. Cllr Elcome said: “Twice this year the town council has declined the offer to adopt land – firstly at Fox & Hounds Lane and now Holmoak Road playing field. These are difficult decisions to make but we need to ensure we have the finances in place to look after our existing assets before we take on new ones.” Dr Scott added: “Further to the recent decision not to adopt Holmoak play area, the town
Children to have say with parks survey Children who use the town’s play areas will be asked how they can be improved when the town council launches a consultation specially designed for young people. A questionnaire is being drawn up following a play day event held in Keynsham Memorial Park in May last year, when council staff got feedback from children on local parks. Town clerk Cheryl Scott said: “There will also be a separate consultation for residents on all green and recreational space in Keynsham. The results of both these surveys will inform the developing Neighbourhood Development Plan policies and provide evidence to support any grant applications. More importantly, they will be used to develop a long-term joint strategy with B&NES in respect of where any section 106 and Community Infrastructure Levy monies should be allocated in future to either renovate existing facilities or provide additional facilities. “The strategy will also ensure that any further planning applications including for future recreational space developments in Keynsham have to encompass and include the wishes of Keynsham residents in respect of the type of facilities they wish to see provided.” Meanwhile, almost 100 people responded to a survey on how Kelston Park can be improved, with feedback
showing play equipment is the top priority. People also said they would like to see investment in new signs and noticeboards, tree planting and wildlife, path repairs, landscaping, football facilities and measures to prevent cars accessing the site. At a meeting in December, involving residents, local groups, councillors and B&NES Council officers, it was recommended that from the £74,000 of section 106 funding currently available for the park, £35,000 should go towards play equipment, while the remaining £39,000 should go on the other issues raised. The town council agreed at its January meeting to set aside £15,000 of CIL money towards the play area. Dr Scott added: “The town council has previously expressed concerns that s106 monies are allocated to improving specific green spaces in Keynsham by B&NES without any prior consultation with the town council or the Neighbourhood Development Plan Topic Groups. In addition, it is vitally important that the children as well as the adults are consulted on the areas where they play, which in the case of Kelston Park has not happened yet.” Visit Keynsham Town Council’s website www. keynsham-tc.gov.uk, the Keynsham Town Council Facebook page or call 0117 986 8683 for updates on the parks consultation.
council and the developer have now entered into confidential discussions in the hope this will enable the council to continue with the adoption whilst being mindful of any further costs to the taxpayer.” Commenting on the budget, council chairman Clive Fricker said: “This is not a challenge that is unique to Keynsham. Rises of three per cent or more for the coming year are being considered by some local parishes to mitigate the cumulative impact on their reserve levels of past decisions to minimize or freeze council tax increases against rising expenditure and also the uncertainty over Brexit.
“There is also the increasing pressure from principle authorities for town/parish councils to take on assets which require significant immediate expenditure in order to bring them up to serviceable use. For instance, Chippenham Town Council are taking on a whole package of services and assets from Wiltshire County Council this year and are proposing to raise council tax by 37.5 per cent to cover the additional costs.” Bath and North East Somerset Council is due to discuss its budget and council tax for 2019/20 at a meeting on Tuesday, February 19.
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School has ‘long journey ahead’ but Ofsted praises team’s ‘effective action’ Ofsted has found “effective action” is being taken to improve Castle Primary School, where the latest league tables published in December showed only 17 per cent of pupils reached the Government’s expected standard in the SATs exams held last summer. Inspector Kathy Maddocks visited the school – which was rated “requires improvement” by Ofsted in 2017 – for a monitoring inspection shortly after the publication of the SATs results at the end of the Christmas term. She praised changes brought in by head teacher Chris Cannings, who joined the school in September, and in a letter to him outlining her findings, she wrote: “You have worked quickly to ensure that the school is a more inclusive and cohesive
place to work. You have a comprehensive strategic vision for the school. Pupils’ behaviour around the school reflects the calm and orderly atmosphere which you have created.” She noted that teachers had taken on leadership roles in different subjects, every year group had been tested to establish a baseline for each pupil, and work was being carried out to improve basics like handwriting and reading. Besides Mr Cannings, six new staff had joined the school since it was last visited in July, she said, including a special educational needs (SEND) coordinator who had “hit the floor running” in improving support for SEND pupils. She added that a new forum had been set up to give parents more say, and they appreciated
the “listening ear” being provided. Teaching and outcomes for pupils should be improved by ensuring higher and middle ability pupils are well supported and challenged in lessons, while misconceptions in grammar and spelling should be followed up, she wrote. Leadership and management can be improved by evaluating new approaches in teaching and their impact as well as ensuring staff use new systems effectively to monitor SEND pupils’ learning and progress. Responding to the letter, Mr Cannings told parents: “While we are pleased it recognises the positive changes we have made, we are aware of the long journey ahead and we are all committed to it. It does not mention the huge team effort that goes into improving a school and I must
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‘Time-wasting’ bid for 200 new homes gets turned down by Keri Beckingham Campaigners have praised planning chiefs for resisting “unreasonable pressure” from a developer hoping to get permission to build 200 homes between Keynsham and Saltford. As previously reported, Mactaggart and Mickel Homes submitted a planning application (reference 18/01509/OUT) in April 2018 to build the homes on a piece of land to the east of Keynsham off the A4. In total there were 330 objections to the plans, and in its decision notice B&NES Council stated that “the application site is safeguarded land and is not allocated for development at the current time”. The local authority also said that the application “failed to demonstrate that the required education infrastructure can be delivered in a timely fashion”, and there were also concerns that the existing road network would not be able to accommodate the increase in traffic that the development was likely to generate. Commenting on the refusal, Phil Harding, chairman of Saltford Environment Group (SEG), said: “The traffic congestion currently facing Keynsham and the surrounding area on a daily basis during peak periods is a direct result of building too many houses in the wrong place and the
problems being exacerbated by a lack of transport infrastructure. “SEG is therefore pleased that B&NES Council rightly refused this planning permission despite the unreasonable pressure the developer applied to try and get it approved, thus wasting everyone’s time and expense in working to prevent such an inappropriate development. “It really does go against national planning policy when developers try to force through planning applications for large developments where it suits their convenience rather than meets the genuine needs of local communities as identified by the local planning authority and its Local Plan.” He added, however, that the land was still earmarked for development in future as part of the North Keynsham Strategic Development Location. “That is something residents in Keynsham and Saltford are very much opposed to as it helps destroy the green-belt open space between our two rural communities. In SEG’s view the North Keynsham SDL should be carefully developed using an incremental approach, with the two safeguarded East Keynsham sites including this site developed last, if at all, in response to need, not demand, if it still exists for new housing.”
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Last Leg star Josh brings laughs to B Block Diners at Keynsham’s B Block enjoyed a side order of laughter with their pizza when the restaurant hosted some familiar faces from the comedy scene for a special gig last month. Star of Channel 4’s The Last Leg Josh Widdicombe was joined by Sara Barron, James Trickey and Ed Gamble as the pizzeria in the former chocolate factory was transformed into a comedy club on January 16 as part of a fundraising series of gigs called Belly Laughs. The shows raise money every January for the Julian Trust, which runs night shelters for people sleeping rough, and were organised by Belly Laughs founder and stand-up comedian Mark Olver. Mark said: “The idea behind Belly Laughs is to do comedy nights in venues that wouldn’t normally host events and I
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Team behind poppy cascade launch craft club to produce new knitted work of art A new craft club has been launched following the success of Keynsham in Bloom’s stunning knitted poppy cascade last year. The monthly sessions will be held at Keynsham Royal British Legion Club with the aim of creating another eye-catching handmade display in time for the South West in Bloom judges’ visit to Keynsham this summer. To create the poppy cascade, which was draped over St John’s Church tower during the town’s Remembrance events in November, dozens of volunteers came together at workshops at the club to knit the thousands of poppies and then stitch them together. With the cascade project finished, the Friday Afternoon Club is being launched – on Friday, February 15 – after volunteers told organisers how much they had enjoyed being involved. The
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Denise James said: “It’s lovely that the Royal British Legion have offered to host the club sessions, and I’m sure that this will prove to be just as popular as the poppy workshops. We are also hoping that we can attract new members – the club is fully accessible and is ideally located with parking and public transport close by. “We are already making plans for this year’s knitting and crochet project and are looking to create a number of art installations using knitted flowers, bees, and butterflies.” Geri Gainard, secretary of the Keynsham RBL Club, said as well as knitting, there would be other activities available, such as board games, quizzes or just the chance to pop in for a chat and catch-up. “The idea has come about as a direct result of the success of
the poppy workshops,” she said. “Everyone commented on how much they enjoyed coming along to the club, it got them out of the house for a couple of hours, making new friends and catching up with old friends. We are hoping the afternoon club will also promote a sense of health, happiness and wellbeing.” The Friday Afternoon Club will run from 3pm to 5pm on the third Friday of the month at the Keynsham RBL Club in Charlton Road, all welcome. Keynsham in Bloom members also presented two cheques to the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal and Keynsham British Legion Club last month as a thank you for hosting the poppy workshops. News from Keynsham in Bloom – Page 24
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Agency ‘considers action’ following Avon oil spillage A diesel spillage in the River Avon near Hanham and Keynsham left residents complaining of headaches. The Environment Agency has been investigating the cause of the pollution following the incident on Tuesday, January 22. People living opposite the Chequers pub at Hanham Mills raised the alarm after getting headaches and feeling sick. Sightings of dead fish floating past were also reported. A spokeswoman for the Environment Agency said the source of the leak was from a small tributary brook located to the south of the main river and that a small boom had been
installed to prevent further leaks. “The Environment Agency has been on site investigating the suspected source of an oil pollution in the Hanham and Conham area of Bristol. “The Environment Agency has installed an absorbent boom in a small watercourse which feeds the River Avon, and the operator whom we suspect of causing this incident has been very cooperative and are installing their own remediation equipment. “We hope that this will mitigate further impact to the River Avon and will continue to monitor the situation.
The Environment Agency said it was monitoring a ‘thin sheen of oil’ Photo: Environment Agency SW on the surface of the River Avon “We will be considering appropriate enforcement action in response to this pollution. That decision has not been taken at this stage while the focus is on remediation.” The spillage has also been investigated by the Canal and River Trust and the Bristol Harbourmaster.
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Organisers of the annual Keynsham Chicks knitting project have hatched a plan to raise even more funds for charity this year. Extra pairs of hands are needed to help knit the little chicks that are then stuffed with a Cadbury’s Creme Egg and sold at Easter in aid of Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW). Last year, the initiative raised £2,600 for the charity and everyone involved is hoping to beat the sum this year with some extra volunteers. The Keynsham Chicks project has been running for 21 years and Margaret Thompson is now in her third year as co-ordinator. She attends craft groups at Community at 67 and at the Key Centre, where fellow members get behind the project to knit as many of the chicks as they can.
Individuals and other community groups also get knitting, with the total usually coming in somewhere between 2,000 and 3,000 chicks. Margaret said: “More hands mean more money for the charity. It is so easy to knit a chick, it takes around 30 minutes using a stocking stitch, and I can supply a simple pattern as well as wool if needed. I can also finish the chicks off by adding the faces, stitching them and stuffing them if necessary, as long as the knitting is done.” Once the chicks are finished they will be sold in and around Keynsham in a range of venues, including supermarkets, garden centres, cafes and pubs. Anyone who would like to get involved in knitting for Keynsham Chicks can call Margaret on 07804 894678.
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Sheep sanctuary founder searching for new home for the ‘Smallest Flock’
by Ros Anstey A woman who has been running a sheep sanctuary at Compton Dando for several years is hoping to find a piece of land closer to her home to care for her animals. Charlotte Reynolds, who currently has 26 sheep at the sanctuary, says she needs to move the flock closer to Bath and hopes someone living locally can help her find a new spot. She said:“The daily journey is taking too much of my time up as I have my own family and have to consider them too, one of whom has a disability and I am his carer. “I’m looking to move back to Bath, as close to BA2 as possible, and am ideally looking for around 10 acres but would consider anything over six acres. “I would prefer secluded land with stock fencing, but could fence it myself if necessary.” Charlotte’s sanctuary, called The Smallest Flock, began with just one lamb, which she handreared when working on a farm. She said: “I kept her and brought her a friend and it grew from there. Over the years I have also kept goats at the sanctuary but it’s just sheep at the moment. “I’ve been feeling the sheepie love since 1997 when I was working on a rare breeds farm park and got my very first pet sheep. “I care for the sheep on a daily basis, along with my son Alex who helps five days a week. We also have four volunteers – Anna and Monika, who are hands-on
Charlotte Reynolds feeding some of her sheep at the sanctuary at Compton Dando sheepie people, Julia, our post lady and Lizzie, our fundraiser. “The sanctuary is funded by myself and the public. We fundraise via a Facebook group, called The Smallest Flock, and all money raised goes towards feeding and vet bills. “The sheep are split into two fields as some have additional
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characters, and all have names.” Meanwhile, the search for new living quarters goes on and Charlotte says she would love to hear from anyone who has any ideas or knows of any land available. Charlotte can be contacted via email at charlotteapple1@yahoo. co.uk or on 07761 766818.
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‘Ironman’ test for fundraising footballers Three young footballers from Keynsham are taking on an Ironman-style challenge to help both their club and a local children’s charity. James Matthews, Bradley Grinter and Josh Thatcher will be swimming one mile and running two miles before setting off on a 15-mile cycle ride on Saturday, March 23. They have set themselves a £1,000 target, half of which will go to Fry Club Junior Football Club where they play for the Under-11s and half to Children’s
Hospice South West. At the start of the season, the U11s decided that instead of seeking a sponsor for their kit, they would become the sponsors themselves and raise funds for CHSW throughout the year. They got the charity’s logo printed on their shirts and have held collections at each of their matches. To sponsor James, Bradley and Josh as they go the extra mile for charity and their club, visit their Just Giving page at https://bit.ly/2RiW8ZD or find Fry Club Juniors on Facebook.
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School’s ‘healthy street’ campaign wins green award A Keynsham primary’s efforts to encourage families to swap driving for cycling or walking during the school run has won an award. Castle Primary School in Newlands Road has received a Bronze Modeshift STARS award as part of a national scheme that recognises work to support sustainable transport. The presentation took place on a new shared-use path that links the school with the new homes at Bilbie Green. The wide path can be used by cyclists and pedestrians and was built by Bath and North East Somerset Council with funding from developer Taylor Wimpey as the first step towards creating a network of routes around Keynsham.
It has been opened as part of work by teachers, pupils, parents and the council to create a “healthy street” outside the school by reducing traffic. Chris Cannings, head teacher at Castle Primary, said: “Having successfully been re-accredited to Bronze level with Modeshift STARS we now hope that improvements in local infrastructure, such as the new shared path, will enable us to aim higher in the future. Research has shown that active travel to school, such as walking or cycling, wakes up the mind and body and results in increased concentration, so the benefits will not just stop outside the school gates.” Councillor Mark Shelford,
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Teacher Ruth Dean and Castle Primary School’s Eco Warriors Hollie, Ethan, Caitlin, Lily, Lola, Adam, Olivia, Jessie and Fin open the new shared footway outside the school cabinet member for transport and environment, who presented the school with the award, said: “Choosing active travel for the school run, such as cycling or walking, is better for children’s health, saves parents money and
helps to reduce congestion and air pollution around the school gates. “I am delighted to present the school with its Bronze accreditation, which is the result of consistent work to deliver
sustainable travel initiatives with pupils. Modeshift STARS is free to all schools and I would encourage any schools within Bath and North East Somerset not already participating to join.”
Young people aged 12 to 20 who are interested in having their say on issues affecting them locally and beyond are invited to get involved in Keynsham’s youth council. KeynshamNow meets once a month when members discuss their views on a range of subjects, which are then passed on to local decision makers. Since its launch in 2014 the council has campaigned for skate park lighting in Keynsham Memorial Park, visited schools across the town to discuss bullying, called for the voting age to be lowered to 16 and raised money for charity at events such as Keynsham Music Festival and more. KeynshamNow’s next meetings are at The Space on Wednesday, March 13, from 5.30pm to 7.30pm and Wednesday, April 3, at the same time and place. To find out more, contact KeynshamNow on Facebook at www.facebook.com/KeynshamNow or Twitter @KeynshamN.
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Science masterclass is out of this world! The first masterclass at Keynsham’s IKB Academy gave Year 11 students from other schools the chance to investigate the world of particle physics. IKB’s principal Debbie Gibbs, a physics teacher, led the day, which included a series of activities and presentations, culminating in the group making their own cloud chamber to see the tracks made by cosmic rays from space. Mrs Gibbs said: “Even though the tracks were quite elusive, the students thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to see how inspiring A-level physics can be.” Participants’ comments included: “It was lots of fun and I enjoyed the dry ice”; “It was relaxed and fun and I also learnt interesting stuff”; “It was very informative and interactive”. IKB, which has a science and engineering specialism, is holding a series of masterclasses
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e are delighted to announce that Scouts Lily, Gracie and Amy have all achieved the Chief Scout’s Gold Award – the highest award possible within the Scout Section. To gain the award they have had to complete nine challenges: l World Challenge Award l Skills Challenge Award l Creative Challenge Award l Outdoors Challenge Award l Adventure Challenge Award l Expedition Challenge Award l Teamwork Challenge Award l Team Leader Challenge Award l Personal Challenge Award As our readers can imagine, that is not easily achieved, with them having to demonstrate commitment and dedication. Along the way they carried out many traditional Scouting activities such as camping, cooking, fire-lighting, knots and learning new skills. A big congratulations to all of them – it is richly deserved.
Explorers go Exploring
Further to our report last month about the new KESU bus, we are delighted to say that the year started as they mean to carry on when 30 Explorers and leaders headed off to deepest Oxfordshire to find adventure and outdoor activity. While they failed to find mountains and snow they did find cold weather, challenges and fun. A fantastic weekend with team bonding and friendship to the fore, which will stand them in good stead for 2019.
New Activity Teams for 2019 Scouting in Keynsham is seeking
adults who would like to volunteer to help them lead two new Activity Teams – could it be you? The Go Explore Team will focus on navigation, walking and expeditions, creating a support function that will work in tandem with the leaders who run the Colonies, Packs, Troop and Explorer Unit. No previous Scouting experience is required – just a desire to help young people achieve. The Get Knotted Team will focus on traditional Scouting skills like pioneering, aerial runways and things made with blocks and pulleys. These are just two teams out of ten that have been created to bring more adventure and fun to Scouts in Keynsham in the future. Other teams include Water Sports, Caving, Climbing, Air Rifles, Archery, Clay Shooting and Crafts. To find out more about how to volunteer, simply email scouts@ 1stkeynshamscouts.org.uk and ask any questions – we would love to hear from you.
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Education is more than ‘unfair’ results tables, says Keynsham school head A Keynsham head teacher says he and his staff put “students’ needs above performance tables” after the latest figures from the Government rated the secondary “well below average” for pupil progress. James Hall, the principal at Broadlands Academy, branded the secondary league tables, which were published at the end of January, “an unfair and unrepresentative measure” for smaller schools such as Broadlands. In total, 53 pupils from the school sat GCSE exams last summer – compared to 196 at Wellsway School, for example. The new league tables give each school a “Progress 8” score, which measures students’ GCSE results against the progress they were expected to make as they finished primary school, with scores generally between 1 and -1.
Broadlands Academy principal James Hall Broadlands received a Progress 8 score of -0.54, giving it a rating of “well below average” according to the bands set by the Government. Mr Hall told Keynshamvoice: “The school performance tables are an unfair and unrepresentative measure for schools that
have a very small cohort. The cohort that completed their GCSEs at Broadlands Academy in 2018 totalled only 53 students. Each of these students therefore counts more significantly against the overall school results than they would in a larger school. Discounting just one student's results would bring the academy’s overall Progress 8 figure above the -0.5 ‘floor level’. Discounting three students would enhance the overall Progress 8 score significantly and this is the challenge of very small year groups. Performance tables in these circumstances do not give credit to the hard work and dedication from students and staff.” He said that amid reports nationally that some schools were “off-rolling” pupils who might not do well in exams – removing them from registers – Broadlands did the opposite by
accepting youngsters who were struggling at other schools. He said: “The curriculum at Broadlands is fully inclusive and to create this, students' own needs are placed above performance tables. That should be what education is about.” He added: “Education is more than results tables, which do not tell the full picture. This is the first year that Broadlands has dipped below this floor level and this year group was an anomaly in that respect. We predict great things again for 2019.” Elsewhere in Keynsham, Wellsway School received a Progress 8 score of 0.05, giving it a rating of “average”. IKB Academy received a score of -0.11 but was not given a rating as the Government says Progress 8 is not the most appropriate measure for studio schools that start educating pupils at 14.
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KEYNSHAM MEMORIES with Keynsham and Saltford Local History Society This view was taken in 1956 from near the bus shelter at the top of Bristol Road: the junction area used to be called Church Square. On the far left is the Wingrove Hotel and to the right is the Old Vicarage. These buildings were demolished in 1971 to make way for the townhouses of the Old Vicarage Green development, which started shortly afterwards.
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Bloom team brimming with ‘crafty’ ideas for all to enjoy with chair Denise James
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eynsham Bloomers are set for a busy year ahead with lots of events and projects planned. Bees, butterflies, umbrellas and watering cans are going to be key features in our theme this year. Plans are in progress to create another “trailblazing” feature following on from our awardwinning scarecrow and floral bike trails and we will announce the theme for our 2019 trail next month. Our theme will make it easy for everyone to get involved and we hope the community will join in again. There will also be an opportunity for local businesses and High Street traders to take part in our window competition. So many of the High Street traders took part in the poppy window displays, and we are hoping they will all come on board again.
Plans for a new knitted display for Keynsham in Bloom in 2019 are taking shape – this was created by Castlecaulfield Horticultural Society, in Northern Ireland, for the village’s own Bloom campaign
Bloomers encouraged to get ‘crafty’
Following on from the success of our knitted poppy cascade – where the final total number of knitted and crocheted poppies was an amazing 15,643 – we will be inviting everyone to knit or crochet flowers, bees and butterflies to create a public art installation. This will be on display in the summer in time for our regional judging. As part of this project, we are launching the new Friday Afternoon Club in the Royal British Legion Lounge on Friday, February 15, from 3pm to 5pm for anyone who would like to get involved. This will be an opportunity to discuss the knitted project in more detail and we will have some patterns available for people to take away. If anyone has any odd balls of wool they would like to donate these can be dropped off at Keynsham Town Council’s office in Temple Street or bring them along to the meeting. Tea and cake will be available.
The success of last year’s poppy workshops has inspired the launch of the Friday Afternoon Club to support a new themed display for 2019
Fundraising diary dates
Keynsham in Bloom will be going along to a number of spring community events, the aim being to raise some additional funds and spread awareness of our Bloom campaign. We will also be selling our decorated flowerpots and crafts, which will make ideal gifts for Mothering Sunday and Easter. Saturday, March 9
Keynsham Craft Fair at Keynsham Baptist Church, 10am to 4pm. Saturday, April 13 Keynsham Farmers’ Market, 9am to 1pm. An opportunity to purchase from our range of hand-decorated pots and home-grown spring plants. Saturday, April 6 Keynsham Station Volunteers’
Litter Pick and Spring Clean, 10am to 1pm. This event is being co-ordinated as part of the Keep Britain Tidy Great British Spring Clean. Our volunteers will also be working on the community garden areas. If anyone would like to be involved in our Keynsham Station Volunteers Team, please contact us via our Keynsham in Bloom Community Facebook page or leave your details at the town council office. We can then contact you directly and get you signed up. We are looking to set up monthly work parties so that we can get the garden area up together ahead of this year’s Keynsham in Bloom judging. Saturday, May 11 Fear Institute, 10am to 2pm. We will be supporting Molly Hale, recent winner of the Rotary Young Citizen of the Year Award. Molly is organising an event to raise funds for YoungMinds. Given that we are a volunteer community group ourselves, we thought this was also a great way of supporting other groups.
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All welcome to join global day of prayer
Neighbours who held coffee mornings and raffles throughout 2018 in aid of the Alzheimer’s Society have presented the funds raised to the charity. Residents of Homeavon retirement flats in Bath Road have handed a cheque for £750 to a representative of the charity to go towards its work supporting those affected by the condition and ongoing research.
A Keynsham church is inviting people to join a prayer service that will be celebrated in more than 120 countries. World Day of Prayer on Friday, March 1, will see congregations around the globe gathering for a service prepared by women in Slovenia and titled Come – Everything is Ready (Luke 14:15-24). The day of prayer, a movement led by women, will begin in churches in Samoa before travelling through Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe and the Americas, before finishing in American Samoa 38 hours later. In Keynsham, the service will be held in the parish hall at St John’s Church from 2pm on March 1. It will be café style and all are welcome – men, women and children of all denominations and none. There will be refreshments after the service. Last year Keynsham’s service had to be postponed because of snow brought in by the “Beast from the East”.
‘More work to do on water complaints’ A consumer watchdog says Bristol Water has more work to do to cut customer complaints, after challenging the utility company over its performance last year. The Consumer Council for Water says despite a drop in the number of complaints made by phone to Bristol Water, it was disappointed to see a rise of just over one per cent in the number of written complaints received during the first six months of 2018/19 compared to the previous year. In September, CCWater’s annual report revealed Bristol Water had seen the highest rise in written complaints in 2017/18 – 52 per cent – of any company in England and Wales and was told to improve its performance. Following the report last year, Bristol Water said it has introduced a number of changes and that complaints in total had fallen. Ben Newby, chief customer officer, said: “We’re pleased that we have seen an 18 per cent drop in total complaints for this
year so far compared to the same period last year. “We appreciate there is still work for us to do on written complaints. Since last year’s CC Water Report we introduced changes to how we handle customer experience, such as introducing a customer care team and a new delivery model for our street works, which has resulted in zero written complaints for these teams. We are currently forecasting a 16 per cent drop in written complaints by the end of this year and a 26 per cent reduction in complaints overall.” David Heath CBE, Western chair for the Consumer Council for Water, said: “As it stands Bristol Water remains in a poor position when it comes to customer complaints and that needs to change. We recognise the company has taken steps to try and improve the way it engages with customers, particularly on social media, but we need to see evidence those changes are reducing complaint numbers.”
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The wonder of winter’s ‘naked’ woodlands with Avon Wildlife Trust Keynsham Group
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inter is a wonderful time to take a look at our native deciduous trees – to admire the shapes they form in their “bareness”, their branches reaching out to the skies, writes Kathy Farrell. Stop, take a moment to consider how different they look at this time of year compared to their summer coat of green. In a month or two there will be buds opening, with the first leaves emerging as spring puts in an appearance. However, some trees have already produced their flowers – look out for catkins flourishing on birch and willow trees and other species. Most catkins contain a spike of flowers arranged closely along a usually drooping stem. The flowers are the tree’s method of reproduction, where wind or insect pollination occurs. Catkins also provide a great source of nectar and pollen for bees and other insects at this otherwise barren time of year. The mighty English oak (Quercus robur) bears catkins too, although they are produced later in spring. Our native oak is probably the best-loved of all our trees and this tree in particular provides a rich habitat for wildlife. The oak supports more life forms than any other native tree, including hundreds of species of insects, which supply many of our birds with an important food source. Holes and crevices in the tree bark are perfect nesting spots for birds such as the pied flycatcher or marsh tit. Several British bat species may also roost in old woodpecker holes or under loose bark, as well as feeding on the rich supply of insects in the tree canopy. The soft leaves of an English oak break down with ease in autumn and form a rich leaf mould beneath the tree, supporting invertebrates such as the stag beetle and numerous fungi. In autumn, mammals such as badgers and deer take advantage of falling acorns. There is much symbolism associated with the oak. Druids frequently practised and
An oak tree in a winter scene, above, by Martin Farrell; below, hazel catkins by Kathy Farrell diseases and more, we are asked problems, including pests and to report any sightings to Forest diseases, facing our native trees. Research at www.forestresearch. Two of these problems affect our gov.uk where much more oaks. information can be found on the The oak processionary moth is above two conditions and other a recent introduction into the UK tree pests and diseases. and gets its common name from So this February get out and the fact that the caterpillars live enjoy the wonder of our ”naked” primarily on oak trees and move trees. The Woodland Trust – www. about in nose-to-tail lines. The woodlandtrust.org.uk – has lots of caterpillars feed on the oak leaves options for local woodland to visit, leading to severe loss of foliage, our own Manor Road Community which can weaken the tree and worshipped their rituals in oak Woodland, for instance. make it more vulnerable to other groves and cherished the mistletoe diseases. However, the biggest that grows on oak tree branches. concern is the threat to human Talk and visit Royalty has had a long association health. The hairs of the caterpillar At this month’s talk on Friday, with oak trees, too; ancient kings contain a toxin, which causes an February 8, we will hear all about adorned themselves with crowns extreme allergic skin reaction the travels of Joanna Taylor as she of oak leaves, King Charles II hid and breathing and eye problems traversed the length of our land: from his pursuers in an oak tree at in susceptible individuals, with “Walking from John O’Groats to Boscobel House in Shropshire, and medical treatment needed. One Land’s End… Slowly”. She will tell Roman emperors were presented to avoid! Luckily, at present these us about her magical encounters with crowns of oak leaves during moths have not reached our with wildlife and people during victory parades. area! her adventure. All welcome at Acute oak decline is a new Keynsham Baptist Church Hall at Strength and survival disease where affected trees 7.30pm – admission is £2.50 for In England, the oak has for adults and £1 per child. centuries been a national symbol of suffer from vertical weeping fissures that seep black fluid down On Saturday, February 9, our strength and survival. It has played the trunk. The canopy grows first trip/walk of the year takes an important part in our culture – noticeably thinner as the tree place at Elm Farm, Burnett where couples were wed under ancient declines. The cause may be stress we will search out overwintering oaks in Oliver Cromwell’s time, the through drought conditions, but farm birds on this local wildlife-rich festive yule log was traditionally cut it is the presence of both bacterial farm. Please contact Philippa Paget from oak, it features on the 1987 £1 infections and a specific bark for more information on 07733 coin and is the inspiration for the beetle that is more likely to be the 138736 or email philippa.paget@ emblem of many environmentally root of the problem. Some affected elm-farm.com. Another date in focused organisations, including trees can recover from the disease February may also be planned the Woodland Trust. but if severely affected they will if there is demand. Children are Last month our talk was die within four to five years of welcome – the alternative date given by Dr Owen Rogers, a local developing symptoms. could be of particular interest to volunteer with the Woodland Trust, To help monitor spread of these families. and he helped us understand the
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Time to celebrate our ‘Good Citizens’ Keynsham residents are being asked to nominate the people who go the extra mile for their community for an award. Keynsham Town Council is presenting its Good Citizen Award for the 12th year to celebrate residents who give their own time for the benefit of their town. All the nominees will be invited to a ceremony at the annual town meeting and winners will receive a framed award and £100 to put towards a community group or cause of their choice within the Keynsham area. Deputy town clerk Dawn Drury said: “It’s important for the town council to recognise the good work of the citizens of Keynsham. “The town has many worthy
organisations that make Keynsham a better place for all, and within those organisations are some very special people that deserve the recognition of the Good Citizen Award.” Last year’s Good Citizen Award winner was Mary Burnard, who founded Keynsham and District Talking Newspaper. To nominate somebody to receive the award, pick up a nomination form at Keynsham Town Council offices at 15-17 Temple Street or nominate online at https://tinyurl.com/ keynshamgoodcitizenaward Keynsham Town Council chairman Clive Fricker presents the Good CItizen Award 2018 to Mary Burnard
Village to honour community stars
Saltford will be shining a spotlight on individuals, groups and businesses making a positive contribution to life in the village with the annual Community Awards. Nominations are now being invited for: l Young Person of the Year in Saltford Award l Volunteer Team of the Year in Saltford Award l Saltford Achievement Award l Business in the Community Award
Chris Warren, chair of Saltford Parish Council, with winners from the Community Awards 2018 Chris Warren, chair of Saltford Parish Council, said: “These awards are the ideal opportunity to publicly recognise those
who contribute to developing community spirit in the village. “The parish council is delighted to be able to highlight the many
actions and activities it considers important for Saltford through the Community Awards 2019.” Winners will receive a certificate at an awards ceremony and £70 towards their chosen Saltford group, project, cause or charity. Nomination forms are available from the Saltford Parish Council office or can be downloaded from www.saltfordparishcouncil.gov.uk The deadline for nominations is Friday, February 8, and the awards ceremony will take place as part of the Annual Parish Meeting on April 2 at 6.30pm.
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KEYNSHAM Rear Window by Seb Miezen
‘The next display A group of local amateur photographers have been given a new platform to display their work – the platform at Keynsham station. Keynsham Photowalkers go on weekly “photohunts” in and around the town and now a selection of their pictures will be on show in the poster casings at the station until April. The poster casings are maintained by Keynsham Town Council with GWR and will feature two more displays this year, chosen by the council’s arts committee. The Photowalkers’ exhibition will be followed by a display of “Old and New” photos comparing modern Keynsham with images from the past. The third display, from September, will feature “interpretations” of Keynsham landmarks which are being sourced and created with the help of Keynsham ArtSpace Group.
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SUMMER SUNRISE by Becky Grinter
Summer Sunrise by Becky Grinter, above, and Robin by C Perrington, right
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PEN TO PAPER
with Keynsham Photowalkers
with Keynsham Creative Writers Somer Sunset by Mike Vigliucci
Guardian by artist Chie Yoshii
Beware of The Fox
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Her face is appealing It makes one look twice One's heart skips a beat at her beauty – so nice.
A photo competition is being run by the council throughout 2019 to create the first display of 2020, which will celebrate “A Year in Keynsham”. Residents are being asked to submit images of the town for each month of the year and every month’s winning entry will be part of next year’s display. Full details of the photo competitions and how to take part can be found on the council’s website at www. keynsham-tc.gov.uk/Core/Keynsham-Town-Council/Pages/Photography_Competitions_1.aspx Anyone who would like to join Keynsham Photowalkers is welcome and can do so for free – the group meets every Wednesday from 10.30am at different places around Keynsham to explore, take photos and enjoy being outdoors. Search Keynsham Photowalkers on Facebook to join the group and find details of where they will be each week.
I look through her eyes, To her inner being. Seducing her soul Until love I am seeing. Her heart is still hers, But it could yet be mine. Attraction could get stronger And mature like red wine. Yet the fox on her shoulder Bodes of something not right Is it really a fox? As we think at first sight. Or is it her cunning? Symbolic for sly I must get to know her to discover just why. It's well worth the risk I might take a chance It might be so thrilling, if we start with a dance. Yes, I'll fly like that butterfly Throw caution to the wind. I'll brave that sly fox I said, as I grinned. Edwin Rigg (inspired by Chie Yoshii’s painting, above)
Weir in Autumn by Sarah Fox, and Civic Centre by Julie Cundy, left
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Clockwise from left: Heron by CC Photography; Dragonfly by Carol Jennings; Albert Mill by David Amesbury
Bustling festive coffee morning raises cancer care centre funds Cakes, cards, crafts and hot drinks pulled in the crowds at a festive coffee morning held in support of the appeal to build a new cancer care centre at Bath RUH. Members of the Keynsham and Saltford RUH Fundraising Group welcomed family, friends and guests to the event in Chewton Keynsham, which kicked off the festivities on December 1.
Visitors were served coffee, speciality hot chocolate and seasonal treats inside a converted barn decorated for the occasion and got the chance to buy homemade decorations and charity Christmas cards. There was also a raffle, with prizes including a Christmas hamper, while a homemade Christmas cake was up for grabs to anyone who could guess its weight.
Music was provided by two local musicians who also support the appeal and the event raised ÂŁ581 for the cancer care centre. Keynsham and Saltford RUH Fundraising Group has a number of events planned for the year ahead and welcomes new members, who can be involved as much as they like in fundraising activities. Contact Helen at info@helenjames.net for more details.
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KEYNSHAM AND SALTFORD LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY
‘Dining out’ in Keynsham during the war
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his month, we take a look at a Keynsham eating place that few residents now remember and even fewer will have patronised. During the Second World War, normal life was suspended, whether or not one was a member of the armed forces. Mass evacuation of children and some adults from big cities – London, in particular – brought millions to temporary accommodation far from home. Some came to Keynsham and Saltford, where they lived as lodgers or in hostels. Their disrupted lives meant that many people found it difficult to obtain and to pay for regular meals. This problem was recognised by central government and from 1940 a nationwide operation was set up to provide a basic meal each day at an affordable price for those who needed it. At first these establishments were called Community Feeding Centres, but it was soon decided that a less patronising name was needed and Winston Churchill decided to brand them as The British Restaurant. One of the 2,000 set up was in Keynsham, to serve evacuees, those who had been bombed out of their homes and others who had no ration coupons for whatever reason. It was opened in May 1942 in the Women’s Institute hut in what is now the Memorial Park, down a lane below the Drill Hall. There are no pictures of the restaurant but the hut was brought from the WWI camp at Sutton Veney in 1925. The interior of a similar one is shown in the photograph. The restaurant was under the overall control of the Urban District Council but managed by a committee that included representatives of the Women’s Voluntary Service who were involved in running it, with their volunteers working alongside some paid staff. The menus were set to provide basic but nutritious food, devised by dieticians at the Ministry of Food. A specimen menu, taken from a restaurant at another site, features lentil soup (4d), roast lamb, baked potatoes and mashed turnips (9d), mince pie or milk pudding (3d – 2.4d is equal to 1p). Reports to the council show the numbers of meals purchased. In
Interior of an Army hut similar to the WI hut
the quarter to September 30, 1944 some 9,000 adult main courses were served to adults and 1,700 to children, which represents about 120 customers each day. Numbers fluctuated, partly because of the number of evacuees in the town, which after a gradual decline increased enormously in the second half of 1944 in response to the V-1 flying bomb attacks on London. The war in Europe ended on May 8, 1945 but there was no instant change to the lives of most people. To dismantle the government direction of so many activities and to reconstruct a peacetime economy was a huge undertaking. So rationing continued – in fact it was more severe after the war than during it – and so did the British Restaurants, with several hundred still operating in 1949. In Keynsham the number of evacuees from London declined through 1945 and patronage of the restaurant fell. The Women’s Institute were extremely keen to regain the use of their hut and lobbied the council vigorously to have the restaurant closed. Not so much as a result of their efforts, but due to financial losses, this soon happened. From December 1945 it closed on Saturdays, but continued on weekdays until the following April. The hut was de-requisitioned – that is, handed back to its owners – on August 12, 1946, so the ladies of the WI could resume their normal activities. The WI hut survived for many
years. When the Memorial Park was constructed it was resited and eventually became Cooper & Tanner’s auction room.
she wrote two books of prayers and became the first English woman to have a book published. She is believed to have played a major part in shaping the character of her step-daughter Lady Elizabeth, the future Elizabeth I, with whom she had a close relationship. It was at her home in Gloucestershire, at Sudeley Castle, that the Dowager Queen died at the age of 36, shortly after giving birth to her only child, Mary. Her restored tomb can be seen today in the chapel at Sudeley, where there are also displays on the wife who survived Henry VIII.
An auction in the former WI hut in September 1972
Katherine Parr
Our first meeting of 2019 was a talk by Mike Bottomley on the life of Queen Katherine Parr, the last wife of Henry VIII. The speaker entertained a packed hall by adopting the persona of Myles Coverdale, a religious reformer and translator of the Bible who, late in life, served as almoner in Katherine’s court. In a talk brought to life by re-enactments and recordings, Mike showed that Katherine was a far more important figure than is often believed. She was capable and well-educated; Henry appointed her as regent when he was campaigning in France and she ruled the country for a short period. Katherine was deeply religious and became a committed Protestant;
The tomb of Katherine Parr at Sudeley Castle
February Meeting – Kennet and Avon Waterway
The society’s next Monday evening meeting on February 18, starting at 7.30pm, features a talk on the Kennet and Avon Waterway. Visitors are welcome to join us at St Dunstan’s Catholic Church Hall on Bristol Road, Keynsham.
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Keynsham Wedding Competition Prize value more than ÂŁ1,000 Win a host of prizes for your special day from a range of Keynsham businesses, including:
* Bridal eyebrow makeover from HighBrow Aesthetics * Personalised digital artwork from SSDA: Sandeep Singh Dhanjal Art * Set of bridal nails by Wright Beauty * Discounted first wedding dance lessons from It Takes Two * Discount for bridal hair from Hair at Home * Bride and groom teeth whitening from Avon House Dental Practice To enter Submit your name and contact details to emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
Terms and conditions Only one entry per person. Entries can be submitted until Wednesday, March 20. Winning couple to be announced in Keynshamvoice April 2019 edition
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n WHAT’S ON January 30-February 3
n Saltford Pantomime Club presents Alice in Pantoland, evenings at Saltford Hall with matinees on February 2 and 3. Book via Saltford Hall, Saltford Panto Club on Facebook or email tickets.saltfordpantomimeclub@ gmail.com
February 3
n Sunday afternoon tea for those who would like some good company and a chat over a cuppa, Saltford Hall, 2-4pm.
February 7
n Keynsham Film Works screens The Other Side of Hope (12A) directed by Aki Kaurismaki. Screening at The Space, doors 7.15pm for 7.45pm start. Tickets £5, bar available. Visit keynshamfilmworks.co.uk
February 8
n Avon Wildlife Trust’s Keynsham Group hosts a talk, Walking from John O’Groats to Land’s End…. Slowly! with Joanne Taylor, 7.30pm to 9.30pm at the Baptist Church Hall, High Street. Adults £2.50, £1 for under-16s. Refreshments, sales of secondhand books, bird food and seasonal items.
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n Keynsham Wombles Big Womble
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litter pick, 10am to noon, meet at Waitrose car park to concentrate on the A4, the area behind Waitrose and Wellsway playing field. Find out more by emailing womble@ transitionkeynsham.org n Avon Wildlife Trust Keynsham Group visits Elm Farm, Burnett, where we will search out overwintering farm birds on this local wildlife-rich farm. Contact Philippa Paget for more information on 07733 138736 or email philippa.paget@elm-farm. com. Children welcome. n Enjoy a singalong and a dance at The Decade Dolls’ Abba Night at Saltford Hall, 7.30pm, in aid of Saltford Post Office. Tickets £10 to include chilli con carne (vegetarian available). Book at events@ saltfordhall.co.uk or on 01225 874081.
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n Craft day at Compton Dando village hall, 10am to 4pm. Come and try, learn a new skill or bring your own project and work with company for a few hours. Homemade soup lunch provided with £6 admission. Please let us know of any food restrictions. To book or find out more, contact Harriette on 01761 490445 or at hdottridge@hotmail.com
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n Saltford Computer Cafe, Saltford Hall, 10am to noon. Get help to use your PC, laptop, tablet or phone. Admission £4, including tea or coffee and biscuits.
February 15
n First meeting of the Friday Afternoon Club at Keynsham Royal British Legion Club, Charlton Road, 3pm to 5pm. Craft activities to create an art installation as part of Keynsham in Bloom’s displays. To be held on the third Friday of every month. Activities will also include board games, quizzes and chat.
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n God Appointments@Work, an International Christian Chamber of Commerce event, consisting of teaching, testimony and worship, takes place at IKB Academy, 68 Bath Road, 9.15am to 12.30pm, light refreshments provided. Event is free, however an offering will be taken to cover costs. If attending, please let Cheryle know on 0117 911 2155 or text 07879 884193. n Studio 11 Pole Fitness presents a Members’ Charity Showcase at Saltford Hall, 7.30pm, in aid of Help Bristol’s Homeless. Bar and raffle. Tickets £10 on 07792 278012.
February 17
n Grand Flea Market at Saltford Hall
We would love to publicise your event Send details of your events and activities in the following format: WHAT IT IS WHERE IT IS WHEN IT IS Email us at: news@keynshamvoice.co.uk or call us on 07887 561567
Regular events Please inform us if there are any changes to your regular event, such as cancellation or changes in time, venue or contact details. 10am to 1pm to raise funds for the Saltford Community Association. Plenty of stalls selling a variety of goods including household items, garage and attic clearance, collectables, vintage and crafts. Our popular cafe will be serving bacon butties. For further information or to reserve a table, please contact Angela on 0117 9831314. n Join Keynsham Walkers are Wel-
Half-term activities Activities exploring local Roman heritage, delving into fashion design and creating seasonal artwork will be on offer every day throughout half-term at B&NES’ museums. And one free event will give Keynsham residents the chance to take a hands-on look at some of the historic finds that tell the story of the town’s past. Coin Collectors trail The Roman Baths Saturday, February 16 to Sunday, February 24 Included in admission price (free for Discovery Card holders) Become a treasure hunter with the Coin Collectors trail – part of the new Roman Baths kids’ app. As you walk around the museum, look out for virtual coins and collect them in the app.
for Discovery Card holders) Explore how ribbon is used by fashion designers and make a ribbon decoration.
Handle artefacts from Keynsham’s past at The Space Curious about Keynsham Keynsham Civic Centre – Community Space Wednesday, February 20, 11am3pm. Free. Explore in detail some of the amazing objects that tell the story of Keynsham’s past, from Roman jewellery to medieval floor tiles from Keynsham
Abbey. Handle genuine Roman and medieval objects, have a go at a pottery dating activity, and create a tile to take home. Ribbon Roundup Fashion Museum Bath Tuesday, February 19, 10.30am12.30pm and 1.30pm-3.30pm Included in admission price (free
February Forecast Victoria Art Gallery Wednesday, February 20, 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30pm3.30pm. Free. Take a look at the different types of weather in paintings and sculptures. Create a seasonal picture using a range of special materials. All Shapes and Sizes Victoria Art Gallery Friday, February 22, 10.30am12.30pm and 1.30pm-3.30pm. Free. Investigate how artists have used shape in their work and then create a stylised picture full of shapes.
To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 908 2121 or 07715 770448. Email: emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk
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n WHAT’S ON come for a five-mile walk around Stanton Drew. Full details of walk and transport will be available nearer the time, see https://e-voice. org.uk/keynshamwalkersare welcome/
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n The Annual 3 Villages Coffee Morning in aid of local cancer charities will be held in Saltford Hall, Wedmore Road, from 10.15am until 11.30am. Coffee and biscuits only £1.50. Soft drinks for children and an activity table to keep them amused. Cakes, bric a brac and raffle. n Keynsham and Saltford Local History Society hosts an illustrated talk by David Fearns on The Kennet and Avon Waterway at St Dunstan’s Catholic Church Hall, Bristol Road, Keynsham, at 7.30pm. Visitors £4.
February 20
n Curious about Keynsham – Explore in detail some of the amazing objects that tell the story of Keynsham’s past, from beautiful Roman jewellery to medieval floor tiles from Keynsham Abbey. Handle genuine Roman and medieval objects, have a go at a pottery dating activity, and get crafty and create a tile to take home. The Space, Keynsham Civic Centre, 11am to 3pm, free.
February 22
n Saltford Community Cinema screens A Star is Born (15) , at Saltford Hall. Doors 6.45pm, film 7.30pm. Tickets £5, bar available.
February 24
n Antiques and collectors’ fair at Saltford Hall, 10am to 3pm, at Saltford Hall with Community Cafe.
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n Spring craft fair at Keynsham Baptist Church, High Street, next door to Grounded. Quality produce from local artisans. Following the success of the winter fair we are running this fair again, open to the public from 10am to 4pm. Also delicious cakes and onsite café. Support local trade and charities and perhaps pick up a gift for Mother’s Day. Free entry.
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n Why not drop into Victoria Methodist Church on the High Street for a coffee or tea break, where you will receive a warm
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welcome. We are open every morning, Monday to Saturday, from 10am to noon. Pop in – we would love to see you.
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n Key Voices, Keynsham’s friendly community choir, meet at St Dunstan’s Church, Bristol Road from 7.15pm to 9.30pm. Choir leader Maria Johnson studied music at Cambridge University and has taught music and conducted choirs in a variety of venues. Adults of all ages welcome, no experience needed. For more information, visit www.keyvoices.jimdo.com or call Karen on 01761 472708. n Keynsham and Saltford Local History Society holds an illustrated talk on a topic of local interest at 7.30pm, usually on the third Monday of each month from October to April. The venue is St Dunstan’s Catholic Church Hall, Bristol Road, Keynsham. Admission free for members or £4 for visitors. n Free gentle 30-minute walk for over-55s. Meet outside Keynsham Methodist Church, 10am, for a gentle walk followed by refreshments. Suitable for those that haven’t exercised in a while! Call Sandhya on 07789 880 415. n Introduction to Pilates for back pain with Sandhya. Are you fed up from the pain in your back? Exercise classes are too fast or too strong? Are you fed up of taking medication for the pain? Try #Pilates for backs to reduce back pain and improve your core so that you can go about everyday activities without being in agony! Small class size to give more 1-on1 attention. Suitable for beginners and people with herniated discs. No previous experience needed. No sit-ups, no crunches. Take it at your own pace. Be kind and gentle with your body. Fear Hall, 30 High Street, Keynsham at 10am. 07366 592 363 www.yogakeynsham.com Facebook: Yogakeynsham. Other classes Wed and Thursday ln Zen 02 Fitness for all abilities 9.30am, Fear Hall, Keynsham High Street. Trusted, proven, relaxing, fun. Gets results. TRY FOR FREE. Debi: 07807460856; email:fit@ zen02.com; or www.zen02.com
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and much more. We look forward to meeting you on the third Monday of the month at 10am in the Avon Room at Saltford Hall. Call Maureen on 0117 937 4108. n Art class at 10am to noon in the Fear Hall, Keynsham, alternate Mondays. Small friendly group, all abilities, with experienced teacher. £5.50 per session. Call 07784 839781 for more information. n Cardio Fit, an hour-long high energy aerobics workout, at St Mary’s Church Hall in Saltford at 7.30pm. Please contact Hannah on 07903367887 or @cardiofit on Facebook to book a class n Keynsham Methodist Church Victoria Women’s Guild. We are a friendly group of older ladies who enjoy the fellowship of like-minded people, a relaxed programme of talks, fun, quizzes, and occasionally lunch or tea together. Our regular Monday afternoon meetings always finish with a welcome chat over a cup of
tea. Any ladies who are interested will be warmly welcomed. The Fellowship Room, Key Centre, Victoria Centre, Keynsham Methodist Church. For details, call at the Church Office or phone 0117 914 9408. n Keynsham and District Lions Club meets the second Monday of every month, 7pm to 7.30pm at Saltford Hall. The group undertakes fundraising for various causes locally, nationally and internationally and supports community events. New members welcome, call 0117 9609446 or visit www.keynshamlions.org.uk. n Keynsham Creative Writers meet at Keynsham Baptist Church on the second and fourth Monday of the month, from 2.30-4pm. We are a small, friendly group and welcome new members of all abilities. For more information contact George on 0117 914 8654 or george. liddell@blueyonder.co.uk. n ChoirJam pop choir meets on Turn to Page 36
Registered charity: 305626
Come along and support our
Spring weekend Clay Pigeon Shoot
Saturday 23rd & Sunday 24th March 2019 at Chelwood, Scout Camp site Great Fun & Adventure for all, 2hr morning or afternoon sessions available No experience required. Come as an individual or bring along a group and have some fun. We would love to see you, male, female, young or old
Only £20 per person
All proceeds to Scouts in Keynsham
For more details email claypigeon@1stkeynshamscouts.org.uk or ring 07961 394264 Advance booking highly recommended Thank you sponsors
n A new WI for Saltford. Come and find out what WI can offer. Enjoy friendship, activities, talks outings
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l From Page 35 Mondays, 7.30-9pm, at Somerdale Pavilion, Cross Road, Keynsham BS31 2FW. We sing everything from Fleetwood Mac to Adele and have a lot of fun doing it! Adults of all ages are welcome to join. We’re a friendly bunch and there’s no audition or experience necessary – you just need to be enthusiastic and to love singing. To book a free taster session, contact Emma Hutchinson on 07793 983040, email emma@choirjam.co.uk or visit www.choirjam.co.uk.
n Badminton. Come and join a friendly, mixed adult group, young and old, who play badminton from 10am to noon at Keynsham Leisure Centre, £2.40 per person. Just come along and have some fun. n Saltford Scrabble Club meets in Saltford Hall every Monday (except bank holidays), 7-9pm. Playing for fun – all abilities. £2 per night, includes a drink. Call 01225 874259. n Keynsham Wellbeing Walks with Age UK B&NES take place every Monday morning in Keynsham. To take part, call 01225 484510 or email active@ ageukbanes.co.uk n Keynsham Bridge Club is a friendly local club which meets at 7pm, at the Fear Hall, High Street,
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Keynsham. We play Duplicate Bridge in a relaxed and friendly environment, and would welcome new members who have just learned to play bridge, and others looking to improve their skills and enjoy an evening of bridge. Contact Pauline or Robert on 0117 985 8495. n 50+ Light and Easy Exercise classes would welcome new members to their group. Fun, friendly and social class on Mondays, 10-11am, at Keynsham Methodist Church, Key Centre. Cost £4 per session. Contact Jenny for more details on 0117 961 3327. n The Women’s Section of the Royal British Legion Keynsham would be delighted to welcome new members. They meet upstairs at the RBL Club on the first Monday of each month, 7.30pm. Speakers, social events and outings. Come and meet new friends. n Keynsham Machine Knitting Club. We meet on the second Monday in the month at Stirling Way Community Centre, Keynsham, 2-4pm. We have two club machines to practice knitting. Help and tuition will be given to get you knitting again. We try to have at least four speakers/demonstrators a year. Come and join us, we are a very friendly club. Call Margaret on 0117 986 5559.
Keynsham Tae Kwon-Do at Wellsway Secondary School, Keynsham www.keynshammartialarts.co.uk www.keynshamtaekwondo.co.uk
Are you looking for an activity the whole family can enjoy? Whilst the kids are having the time of their lives, you can be working out, reducing stress and having fun too! Tae Kwon-Do is a great way to get fit and learn self defence in a safe and enjoyable environment. We have classes for everyone – at any fitness level. Our membership ranges in age from 4 to over 50, in all shapes and sizes Call today on
01458 242584 01761 851217 434202 or 07976 242584
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Monday Little Leaders 4 - 7 years 6 - 7 pm Children 7 - 14 years 6.30 - 7.30 pm Adults 7 - 8 pm Thursday Children 7 - 14 years 6- 7 pm Adults 7 - 8 pm
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n Saltford Village Choir meets on Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm in the Wansdyke room at Saltford Hall. We would like more people to join our friendly group of singers. No audition, no need to be able to read music, just come along and enjoy singing. More details from Julie on 01225 872336. n Stay curious at Somerdale Shed! A social club for interesting people who like to do interesting things. Every Tuesday, 6pm to 9pm, at Keynsham’s Community Shed, Tiberius Road, BS31 2FH. Just drop in or see our Facebook group “Somerdale Shed” for details. ln Pilates Mat classes for all abilities running at Queen Charlton Village Hall. Seven-week course costing £63, drop-in £12 per class (classes run 55 mins). Beginners/ Improvers, 10.30am. To book call Elena on 07732 246866 or email elena@vitalpilates.co.uk, www. vitalpilates.co.uk n Age UK B&NES hosts Tai Chi at Victoria Methodist Church, 2.15pm to 3.15pm, £4. To join, call 01225 484510 or email active@ ageukbanes.co.uk n Short mat bowling at Keynsham Scout hut, Ashton Way, 1pm to 4pm. All year round. Everyone welcome, first three sessions free. Please contact David Sawyer 01225 872780 for more details. n Keynsham Writers is a small, friendly support group for people who have day jobs. We’re open to any type of writing, but particularly novelists serious about one day getting published. Generally the group meets on Tuesdays, sometimes other days for “quiet writing”. For the latest dates and times, we encourage members to check the Keynsham Writers Facebook page. Location is Bonzo Lounge, usually to the left of the bar unless otherwise stated.
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month,10am to 11.30am at Keynsham Library, donation £3. Call 01225 484510 or email active@ ageukbanes.co.uk n The Macular Degeneration Group meets on the second Tuesday of the month at Boots Opticians in Keynsham High Street. It is an opportunity to chat over coffee and get help and support from fellow sufferers. Call 0117 973 5292 for more details. n Keynsham Older People’s Social Group (KOPS), first Tuesday of every month, 2-4pm at Community At 67, Queens Road. New members always welcome. Contact Michelle Tarrant at Age UK BaNES on 01225 484510 or active@ageukbanes. co.uk for more information. Website ageukbanes.co.uk n Keynsham Walking Football Club on the 3G pitch at Keynsham Town Football Club, for the over65s, 10-11am. The beautiful game played a little slower – turn up and play. Call Martin on 07754 543719. n Get out, meet people, have fun and keep fit! Really informal, friendly, mixed badminton club for adults 18 to 80. Beginners court 1, previous players/ regulars courts 2,3,4. Keynsham Leisure Centre,10am-noon, £2.40. Drop in or ring Clive on 0117 986 6793. n Sing along to your favourite rhymes at Baby Bounce & Rhyme, every Tuesday at Keynsham Library: Session 1 – 10-10.30am; Session 2 – 11-11.30am. n Parkinson’s Bath & District Branch, Keynsham social coffee mornings – every last Tuesday in the month. 10.30am-noon at The Talbot Inn, Bath Road, Keynsham, BS31 1NP. Open to anyone with Parkinson’s Disease, a carer or friend wishing to support those with the disease, help in a voluntary capacity, or organise fundraising events.
n Zumba Gold, lower impact Zumba. Ideal for over-50s, beginners. Royal British Legion, upstairs hall. Everyone welcome, and you’ll meet new people while having fun! 11.30am to 12.15pm. £3.50 per class. Contact Philomena on 07966 373089. www. zumbainbristol.co.uk
n Keynsham green drinks, every third Tuesday of the month, upstairs at The Ship Inn from 7.30pm, Temple Street. A friendly group of Keynsham residents interested in green and environmental issues, we get together monthly for a drink and a chat. New faces welcome!
n Age UK B&NES Book Club Meets on the last Tuesday of the
n ChoirJam pop choir meets on Tuesdays 7.30-9pm at the Fear
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n WHAT’S ON Hall in the High Street. We sing everything from Fleetwood Mac to Adele and have a lot of fun doing it! Adults of all ages are welcome to join. We’re a friendly bunch and there’s no audition or experience necessary – you just need to be enthusiastic and to love singing. To book a free taster session contact Emma Hutchinson 07793 983040, emma@choirjam.co.uk or visit www.choirjam.co.uk. n The Ship Inn Petanque Club meets between 11am and 2pm at The Ship Inn, Temple Street. n New T-Jive modern jive class. Every Tuesday afternoon from 2-4pm at The Fear Hall, 30 High Street, Keynsham. Modern jive is one of the easiest partner dances to learn – based on rock’n roll but much smoother. Come on your own or with a friend or partner, there are several of us on hand to lead or follow. Tea and biscuits served. All ages and abilities, beginners especially welcome. Free first lesson. For details, contact Sue on 07979 740702. n Keynsham and Saltford Gardeners’ Association meets on the first Tuesday of the month, except in June and July, at the Fear Hall in Keynsham High Street at 2pm. The group hears talks from speakers and goes on trips. All are welcome, drop in to find out more or call Betty on 0117 932 4045. n Saltford Floral Club meets on the fourth Tuesday each month at 2.15pm at Saltford Hall. Visitors welcome, demonstrations/practice. Contact Shirley Hobbs on 0117 986 2924. n Fry Club Joggers run every Tuesday, meeting at 7pm in the Somerdale Pavilion foyer. We jog/ run five to seven miles around the local area. Friendly club with members from 20s to 70s. New joiners always welcome. See frysjoggers.btck.co.uk. n St John’s Toddler Group meets every Tuesday and Thursday during term-time from 9.45-11.30am in St John’s Church Hall, Keynsham. Children aged 0-4 years can come and play with a wide range of toys and take part in craft activities and singing every week. Refreshments included. All welcome – first session free. Contact Anais Hall on 07545 391659.
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n Activity days at @One, St John’s Church, Keynsham. The activities are cookery or art in the morning (10am-2pm) then drama in the afternoon (2-4pm) for people with learning disabilities, £33.33 for full day, bring packed lunch. Call the Swallow office to book on 01761 414034 or email judy@ swallowcharity.org. n Wellsway Ladies’ Badminton Club, 7.30-9.30pm at Keynsham Leisure Centre. For more information, call Jenny on 0117 986 8331. n St Keyna Townswomen’s Guild meets on the second Tuesday of each month in the Fear Hall, Keynsham between 9.45am and 11.45am. They are a friendly, outgoing group of ladies who enjoy interesting speakers and numerous sub-group outings and activities. Come along to our next meeting for a coffee/ tea and biscuits, you will be most welcome. n Popular sequence dances at The Fear Hall, Keynsham, 7.30-10pm. Anyone interested in dancing is welcome, friendly atmosphere, first visit free. Call 07808 481 343 or 0117 986 4014.
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n Keynsham Photowalkers meet every Wednesday from 10.30am at different places around Keynsham to explore, take photos and enjoy being outdoors. We have a Facebook page and group which have details of where we’ll be each week. It’s free and everyone is welcome to join in. n Short mat bowling at Wellsway School sports centre, 7pm to 10pm. All year round, everyone welcome. First three sessions are free. Please contact David Sawyer 01225 872780 for more details.
In Zen 02 Fitness for all abilities 10am, Fear Hall, Keynsham High Street. Trusted, proven, relaxing, fun. Gets results. TRY FOR FREE. Debi: 07807460856; email:fit@ zen02.com; or www.zen02.com n Age UK B&NES’ Walking Group, variable programme, often leaving around 10am. Cost is £18 per year, which allows you to go out with any of the walking groups in the area. Call 01225 484510 or email active@ageukbanes.co.uk
In NEW PILATES CLASS. Mondays 11.30am to 12.30pm Keynsham, Wednesdays 1.45pm to 2.45pm Keynsham. Please bring a mat. £36 for six-week booking. Contact Jenny 07784 271249. www. pilates4posture.co.uk n Cardio Fit, an hour-long high energy aerobics workout, at St Mary’s Church Hall in Saltford at 9.15am. Please contact Hannah on 07903367887 or @cardiofit on Facebook to book a class n Coffee and craft at Community at 67, Queens Road, 10am12.30pm. Do you enjoy crafting or like to learn new skills or teach others? All types of craft welcome, help plan trips and demonstrations. For more details, please contact Clare on 077 377 42300, email community67@gmail.com, follow us on Facebook. n Keynsham Good Afternoon Choir with music man Grenville Jones, 2-4pm at Victoria Methodist Church. No auditions and great songs with the accent on fun and friendship. £4 per session, come and meet us. Call 01761 472468 or visit www.goodafternoonchoir. org n ChoirJam pop choir meets on Wednesday mornings 11am12.30pm at the Fear Hall in the High Street. See Tuesday’s entry for details. n Maths At 67, a small after-school fun maths club for Years 5 and 6 runs on Wednesdays in term time, 4-5pm at Community At 67. Call Sheila Crocombe on 0117 986 3961. n Baby Comes Too meets every Wednesday afternoon, in term time, from 1.15pm to 2.45pm upstairs in the Key Centre, Keynsham. All carers with children aged 0-4 years are welcome! We have a home corner, dressing up, books, jigsaws, plenty of play vehicles, Peppa Pig toys and lots more! Refreshments are included. £1 per family per week. Please join us, the first session is free! See www.babycomestoo.btck. co.uk. n Badminton, 10am-noon. Very friendly ladies’ badminton club. Every Wednesday at Keynsham Leisure Centre. Previous experience needed, but we are a group of
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mixed abilities. First week free. n Keynsham Photographic Society meets at the Fear Hall at 7.30pm to enjoy all aspects of photography. We have visiting speakers; competitions; sessions to share and discuss our own photographs and opportunities to view the best amateur work from the South West. Find us online at www. keynshamphotographicsociety. co.uk and come along to share this enthralling hobby. n The Keynsham and Saltford branch of the British Sugarcraft Guild meets on the second Wednesday of every month, 7.15pm, at the Wick House Community Hall, Wick House Close, Saltford. Cake decorating demonstrations, workshops for all to join in, please just come along. Contact Iris Seymour on 01275 834233 for more information. n Community At 67 Scrabble Club meets on Wednesday of each week from 2-4pm. New members welcome, ring 0773 774 2300 or come along. Meets at 67 Queens Road, Keynsham.
Thursday ln Pilates Mat classes for all abilities starting Queen Charlton Village Hall. Seven-week course costing £63, drop-in £12 per class (classes run 55 mins). Beginners/ Improvers, 6.30pm. To book call Elena 07732 246866 or email elena@vitalpilates.co.uk, www. vitalpilates.co.uk n Short mat bowling at Keynsham Scout hut, Ashton Way, 1pm to 4pm. All year round. Everyone welcome, first three sessions free. Please contact David Sawyer 01225 872780 for more details. n Walking football for over-50s is back after the winter break, 8-9pm, AJN Stadium, Keynsham. Call Martin on 07754 543719. n Music For The Mind at St Dunstan’s Church Hall on the second and fourth Thursday of each month, 10.30am to noon. Free entry. Open to all who have been diagnosed with dementia, with a carer if needed. Details from Keynsham Dementia Action Alliance on 0117 983 7923. Turn to Page 38
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In Introduction to Yoga for back pain with Jules. Are you fed up from the pain in your back? Exercise classes are too fast or too strong? Are you fed up of taking medication for the pain? Try #Yoga for backs to reduce back pain and improve your core so that you can go about everyday activities without being in agony! Suitable for beginners, no previous experience needed. Take it at your own pace. Be kind and gentle with your body. St Francis Hall, Warwick Road, Keynsham. BS31 2PW at 6pm and 7.15pm. 07366 592 363 www.yogakeynsham.com Facebook: Yogakeynsham. Other classes Monday and Thursday
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time at Keynsham Library, 1010.30am. n Age UK B&NES’ Walking Group, meets twice a month on a Thursday morning, currently has spaces for new walkers. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people, exercise in the fresh air and discover your surrounding area whilst being led by trained and friendly volunteers. If you would like to know more please contact Michelle Tarrant on 01225 484510, or visit ageukbanes. co.uk
n Badminton club – join a friendly club who play at Broadlands Academy on Thursday evenings, 7pm until 9pm. Contact Joan on 01761453169.
n ASP Poetry Circle meets on the third Thursday of each month, from 7.30-8.30pm at Broadlands Academy. Free entry, bring a couple of poems, your own or by another poet, to share. Contact Mary Lambert on 0117 986 2257 or email mandd@gentlyblown.co.uk. Visit http://totallymaracas.btck. co.uk/ASPPoets.
n Come and listen to stories and rhymes for youngsters at Story Time every Thursday during term
n Saltford Sewing Group for clothes sewers of all ages and skills, sharing ideas and techniques
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and creating classic and unique garments. Group is held on Thursday afternoons. Contact June on 01225 872304. n Painting for pleasure club, we meet Thursday afternoons from 2-4pm at Saltford Hall. Contact Eileen on 01225 873224. n St John’s Toddler Group meetsevery Tuesday and Thursday during term-time between 9.45am and 11.30am in St John’s Church Hall, Keynsham. Children 0-4 years can come and play with a wide range of toys and take part in craft activities and singing. Refreshments included. All welcome – first session free. Call Anais Hall on 07545 391659. n Somerset Morris Dancers meet 8-10pm at Marksbury Village Hall. We are a women’s side and dance West Country Stave Dances and Cotswold Morris. New musicians welcome, male and female, at 7.30pm. Call Jill on 01761 470773 for more information.
Friday
n The Friday Afternoon Club meets at Keynsham Royal British Legion Club, Charlton Road, 3pm to 5pm, on the third Friday of the month. Craft activities to create an art installation as part of Keynsham in Bloom’s displays. Activities will also include board games, quizzes and chat. n Chew Park Badminton Club serves the B&NES and South Glos areas. Chew Park BC currently play on a Friday night, 7.30pm to 10.30pm at St Brendan’s School, Broomhill Road, Brislington. The club is currently displaced from its home venue, Keynsham Leisure Centre, while developments take place. Visitors looking to play competitive badminton in a friendly club are welcome. For further details, email chewparkbc@ outlook.com or ring Mary on 07989 359762. n Keynsham Walking Football Club on the 3G pitch at Keynsham Town Football Club, 10-11am. The beautiful game played a
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n Goldies Sing&Smile sessions are open to everybody. These are fun, uplifting social groups where we sing along to the popular hits of the Fifties onwards. You don’t have to be able to sing, just love music! Keynsham Goldies sessions take place at The Key Centre on the second and last Friday of every month from 2-3pm. Saltford Goldies session takes place at Saltford Hall on the third Friday of every month from 2-3pm. £2 voluntary donation to attend. ln Zen 02 Fitness for all abilities 9.30am, Fear Hall, Keynsham, High Street. Trusted, proven, relaxing, fun. Gets results. TRY FOR FREE. Debi: 07807460856; email:fit@ zen02.com; or www.zen02.com n Tea ‘n’ Tots meets 9.30-11.30am every Friday morning during term time in Keynsham Baptist Church hall. This is a free drop-in for babies, toddlers and their carers, with toys, craft, stories and singing. For more information contact the church on 0117 986 3112. n CAMEO is a friendly group providing fellowship and a wide range of activities for those living on their own. We are open to all denominations or to those with no affiliations. We meet for coffee (10am-noon) at Victoria Methodist Church on the first Friday of the month. If you are interested, come for coffee or contact the Church Office on 0117 914 9408 or Christopher Bailey on 01225 872784.
Saturday
n Somerdale Pavilion Parkrun, 9am, every Saturday. A free timed 5km run – register at www.parkrun.org. uk/somerdalepavilion/ n Free Turn Up and Play Football Sessions for children aged between five and 16 with physical, sensory and learning difficulties, 9am to10am at Keynsham Town FC. Contact Martin for more details on 07754 543719. n Weekend Wellness Saturdays, 10-11am, free (funded by the Wellbeing College) at Timeout, Keynsham. Visit www. yogakeynsham.com or email
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Yogakeynsham@gmail.com n Salt and Sham Cycle Club’s weekly 45km ride around Chew Valley Lake, starting at Ashton Way car park in Keynsham at 7am and ending at Keynsham Cricket Club for refreshments. Visit www.saltandsham.co.uk for more details. n Keynsham has a community veg plot to share. Anyone who would like to grow vegetables but doesn’t know how, doesn’t have a garden or just loves gardening and wants to meet other likeminded people can come along to the plot from 10.30am on the first Saturday of the month. You’ll find us behind the cafe in Keynsham Memorial Park. Call Aileen on 07854 149008. n Who Let the Dads Out, 1011.30am, third Saturday of the month. St John’s Church Hall, Keynsham. Dads, grandads, male carers and preschool kids. Bacon butties, toys, great coffee. Follow us on Twitter @keynshamwltdo.
Sunday
n Tai chi classes return to the park. 9am every Sunday in all weathers. Contact 07731 198890 or taichikeynsham@outlook.com n Free social runs for ladies. Meet Sunday 8am at the car park near the Keynsham Memorial Park skate park, BS31 2BL . Warm-up, social run of 30 to 45 minutes and cool down. For details, email samloubell77@gmail.com or see www.thismumruns.co.uk/bath n Walks for single people. Solo Rendezvous walk every Sunday in the local area, starting at 11am. Please phone for walk details: 01454 775508 / 01454 774984 / 0117 9850210.
A new diet for people – and our planet
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ne month into the new year, I wonder how people’s resolutions to eat better and lose weight are going? A new diet has recently come along that promises to be healthy for people and the planet. I think it’s worth a look. The planetary diet was created by an international commission of experts. A set of guidelines for providing nutritious food for the world’s fast-growing population, it encourages us to eat more plantbased food and less meat. Everyone enjoys eating meat – it’s what we’ve grown up expecting on our plates. It’s got all sorts of associations from providing nutrients like iron to being a wealth and status symbol. But meat – especially red and processed meat – kills people. That’s no exaggeration. Eating bacon and other processed meats has been proven to cause bowel cancer. In the UK, 42,000 people every year are diagnosed with this life-threatening disease. The planetary diet encourages us to eat more beans, pulses and vegetables and less meat and dairy. We’ve seen that it’s important for our health, but the shift towards
plants is equally important to the planet’s health. Globally, Livestock farming emits 14.5 per cent of all greenhouse gases, and the food system as a whole (including processing, transporting and throwing away food) contributes up to 29 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions. Vegetables – especially pulses – trap and store carbon, so they’re “carbon positive” crops. Ironically, the industry that’s most affected by climate change is farming. It’s a vicious circle – farming makes climate change worse, and climate change makes farming more challenging. And it’s not just that drought and shifting weather patterns make it harder to grow some crops. It’s also that they make crops less nutritious. So, get out those pulses and dust down those recipe books. If you eat meat every day, why not try meat-free Mondays? If you already do that, add another meat-free day or two to your diet. It’s good for us, the planet and for the unborn generations to come. l To find out more about Transition Keynsham, visit www.transitionkeynsham.org
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OUT AND ABOUT with Keynsham Walkers Are Welcome
New year starts off on right foot
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he first walk of the new year saw a record attendance for a monthly walk; was this the possible result of new year’s resolutions? Forty three walkers and four very well-behaved dogs set off from the Memorial Park cafe in very good winter walking conditions. Heading west past St John’s Church, up Stockwood Vale Road, we then turned left into Engine House Lane. Conditions underfoot along this by-way, which are usually stony, wet and muddy, were surprisingly good. Passing the golf course, through the sleepy village of Queen Charlton, we headed across the fields parallel with the stream. We were lucky to spot plenty of flora and fauna along the way, which included some newly born lambs. Despite the large number of walkers, we did keep closely
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together, which meant it was a very sociable outing, which was commented on by the many new walkers who had joined us. We got back to the Memorial Park spot on the expected time of 12.30pm.
Dates for the diary
Sunday, February 17 – A five-mile walk around Stanton Drew. Full details of walk and transport nearer the time.
Sunday, March 17 – A fourmile walk around Hanham and Keynsham Humpty Dumps. Sunday, April 7 – A walk around Dyrham Park. April 26-28 – Keynsham Walking Festival. Saturday, May 18 – A walk around High Littleton Woods, going by bus.
Decade Dolls host an Abba fundraiser Whether you’re a Dancing Queen or just want to enjoy a singalong, the Decade Dolls are inviting people to join them at a fundraising Abba Night. The female harmony group – Amanda Johnson, Louise Gambrell and Louise Smee – will be celebrating the songs of the Swedish supergroup at Saltford Hall on Saturday, February 9, from 7.30pm. Money raised from the event will go to support Saltford Post Office, which reopened in the library as a community-run venture in September after months of work by residents to ensure the village didn’t lose the service. Tickets to the Abba Night cost £10, which includes chilli con carne or vegetarian option. They can be booked via Saltford Hall’s booking office by calling 01225 874081 or by emailing events@saltfordhall. co.uk
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Kirsty runs for ‘priceless’ air ambulance A Keynsham woman who has clocked up an impressive 500 miles since taking up running just over a year ago will be using her new-found hobby to raise vital funds for a local cause. Kirsty Uphill is preparing to run the Bath Half Marathon in March in aid of the Great Western Air Ambulance Charity and the crew’s “precious” work. Explaining why she has decided to join Team GWAAC in the race, Kirsty said: “GWAAC is a wonderful charity and so, so important. They provide emergency care at such a critical time in someone's life. “We all have loved ones and friends and if anything were to happen to them we would be devastated. I've been there and it hurts like nothing else in the world. Knowing that GWAAC is there for all of us is so precious: you just can’t put a price on that service.”
Kirsty Uphill is running the Bath Half for GWAAC Kirsty took up running in November 2017 and said she is keen to encourage others to give it a go – and even join
Team GWAAC themselves. She said: “If you have ever said to yourself and others ‘I can’t run’ then just look at me, I was the biggest doubter. “I am the most unnatural runner I know, I’m not a spring chicken, and I still get out there and do it.” The air ambulance attends five incidents a day on average and its crew is able to provide life-saving treatment, such as blood transfusions, at the scene of incidents. It costs more than £3 million each year to keep GWAAC’s helicopter and critical care cars running and the charity receives no day-to-day government or National Lottery funding. To find out more about running with Team GWAAC in the Bath Half on March 17, visit https://greatwesternair ambulance.com/bath-halfmarathon-2019/
February, 2019 Less than a year after being diagnosed with diabetes, Pete Weymouth will be running the Bath Half Marathon – five stone lighter and in remission. The 32-year-old was shocked to be told he had developed Type 2 diabetes in April last year and decided to do whatever he could to tackle the condition. He swapped takeaways, fizzy drinks and chocolates for a healthier diet and began running and going to the gym. In five months he dropped from 20 stone to 15 stone and then received even better news – his blood glucose levels were in the healthy range, his diabetes was in remission and he no longer needed to take medication. Sticking to his healthy lifestyle, the assistant sales manager is running the Bath Half Marathon on March 17 to raise money for Diabetes UK. Pete, who is also running the London Marathon this year, said: “I was only built for competitive eating before, but now I run seven or eight miles most days. I even went running at 6am every morning on my honeymoon,
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Inspiring runner Pete leaves his Type 2 diabetes behind though my wife wasn’t too happy because I woke her up. But since I decided to tackle my Type 2 diabetes, I have noticed a massive improvement in my mental and physical health. All my hard work has paid off and, best of all, I am not diabetic anymore.” People with Type 2 diabetes don’t produce enough insulin or the insulin they produce doesn’t work properly (known as insulin resistance). Family history, age and ethnic background might put someone more at risk of getting Type 2 diabetes, as will being overweight. Natasha Evans, Diabetes UK fundraising events manager, said: “Pete Weymouth is an absolute inspiration. We applaud his drive to put his Type 2 diabetes in remission and to celebrate his new-found fitness by entering the Bath Half. The funds he will raise
will help fund ground-breaking research, and care services and campaigns to improve the lives of people with diabetes.” To apply for a Diabetes UK place in the Bath Half, go to www.diabetes.org.uk/get_ involved/fundraising-events/ bath-half-marathon
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Find confidence to write at new class A new creative writing class in Keynsham will be exploring the ingredients of a good story over five weeks. Fiction and non-fiction writer Liz Barling is leading five workshops from Tuesday, February 26, to Tuesday, April 2, at 10am at Keynsham Baptist Church in the High Street. Liz says the sessions will explore everything from plot and character to dialogue and themes, looking at short stories, novels and some poetry, too. Liz said: “This is a class for everyone who loves to write but would like to learn a bit more about the nuts and bolts. I believe that writing classes also help people who want to write, but don’t have the confidence or the time, and I’m looking forward to meeting some new writers and helping nurture their confidence.” Find out more on Facebook at Creative Writing Workshops Keynsham, or email Liz at lizbarling@gmx.com
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BOOKS OF THE MONTH Adult Fiction
The Seven Sisters by Lucinda Riley We have received a lot of excellent feedback from our customers about this series of books. This is the first in the Seven Sisters series. Maia D’Apliese and her sisters come together in their glamorous, secluded castle on the shores of Lake Garda. They are together because their beloved father has died. All sisters were adopted as babies and their father’s parting gift to each of them is a tantalising clue as to their true heritage. So begins Maia’s story, which takes the reader to Brazil and then to the decadent artist quarters of Paris in the 1920s. A swirling romance with great characters and atmosphere. The customers who rave about these books always highlight the great historical detail the author has given the story and I would agree. There are five books in the series so far, each about an individual sister. Highly recommended.
Adult Non-Fiction
My Love Story: Tina Turner, An Autobiography This month Keynsham Library has been sent some brilliant new and up-to-date autobiographies – you can find them on the first floor. This
book stands out from the crowd. Tina Turner has sold over two hundred million records and received 12 Grammys. Her story is amazing. Tina Turner was born Anna Mae Bullock in Nutbush, Tennessee and has had a career that has spanned 60 years. Her turbulent and violent relationship with her first husband Ike Turner was hidden as she and Ike became famous with such hits as River Deep, Mountain High and embraced the rock and roll lifestyle of the 1960s and 1970s. Following her split from Ike, Tina Turner became a highly successful solo performer and toured the world. Her fascinating story is told in this book. She does not shy away from the details of her relationship with Ike and writes frankly about her own ongoing illnesses and the immense support she gets from her current husband, Erwin Bach. This is a great story of a very resilient and highly successful woman.
Travel Books
As the winter chill of February continues, there are a number of new travel books that are in Keynsham Library to tempt you to new places: DK Eyewitness Travel Madeira Visit the beautiful Portuguese
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DK Eyewitness Travel Amsterdam This city is perfect for a weekend away. It is a small city so excellent for walking around or, more importantly, to cycle around as there are brilliant cycle routes. The other outstanding feature in Amsterdam is its museums, which range from the excellent Rijksmuseum with its amazing collection of 17th-century Dutch art to the very poignant Anne Frank House. Again the guide has suggestions for hotels; clubs and bars; canal trips and the very important city map.
Children’s Fiction – Picture Book
Mr Panda by Steve Antony We received a series of lovely picture books featuring a Panda
who looks either bored or annoyed and is absolutely lovely. The colours and the text are really funny. Mr Panda asks questions to the other animals around him and you have a laugh looking at their answers. If you read a few of them you will start to be familiar with the group of rabbits who are full of energy or with the lemur and penguin who follow him everywhere. I can’t wait for more of his adventures – my days at the library are definitely brighter with Mr Panda around. Reviewed by Emilie Bioud, Keynsham Library Assistant
Library News
l Sing along to your favourite rhymes at Baby Bounce and Rhyme, which returns for 2019 every Tuesday during term time at Keynsham Library. Session 1 is from 10am to 10.30am and Session 2 from 11am to 11.30am. l Come and listen to stories and rhymes at Story Time, which returns in 2019 every Thursday during term time at Keynsham Library from 10am to 10.30am.
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Donations ‘amaze’ foodbank helpers Volunteers at Keynsham Foodbank experienced their busiest Christmas yet – both in terms of handing out food and receiving donations. Local schools, companies and supermarket shoppers donated “enormous” amounts of food over the festive period, which was collected and taken to the charity’s base at Broadlands Academy. Such was the volume coming in that the team took the “unprecedented” step of closing the drop boxes at the town’s two supermarkets shortly before Christmas Eve. Coordinator Alan Hale said: “The good will and generosity of the people of the town and its visitors was amazing and we can only do what we do with their support and help. However, once our warehouse access was closed at the end of term we had
no alternative but to seal the full drop boxes. “The very positive side to the story is that we have been able to help significant numbers of people in food crisis as Christmas approached.” He said a new plan would be put into place for next Christmas to enable the volunteers to handle a similar level of donations. The foodbank’s services were very much in demand over the festive period with one distribution centre handing out almost all of its food to supply 47 people and giving out 40 school holiday lunch bags in just one morning. Anyone who would like to support Keynsham Foodbank and find out more about volunteering can contact coordinator Alan Hale on 0117 983 7923 or 07776 493221.
Church welcomes 32 to Christmas dinner A Keynsham church welcomed more than 30 guests to dinner on Christmas Day as volunteers hosted a lunch for people who would otherwise have spent the day alone. St Dunstan’s church hall was the venue for the traditional Christmas dinner, some light entertainment, gift-giving and – perhaps most importantly – friendly company. The event was organised by Churches Together in Keynsham and Saltford and more than 20
volunteers from churches across the communities helped ensure the 32 guests were well fed and welcomed, decorating the hall and preparing the meal. A spokesperson said: “This has become a regular event and we hope to repeat it again this year. Thanks to the local supermarkets for their donations to the event, and to all who helped with the planning and preparation, and those who came along on the day to give enjoyment to others.”
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February, 2019
THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH Chris Williams, lead pastor at One Church Keynsham
Not so random acts of kindness I’m a big fan of the popular initiative known as “random acts of kindness”. I love that it encourages kindness in community. That’s something we would all love to see a little more of I’m sure. Recently I was the recipient of an incredible act of kindness. I received a sizable cheque, which almost covered my Christmas bill – I have four daughters, it’s no small bill! What stood out to me about this gift is that it came from a young family who have just had their first child, they do not own their own property, the mum has recently been made redundant during her maternity leave and
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Imagine a community where kindness is the language that bridges every divide. A community that intentionally seeks out opportunities on a daily basis to be kind toward others.
the dad works nights doing all he can to help make ends meet. This gift was not received from a wealthy person given out of the abundance of their wealth. The back story is that a few years ago we were able to help this family out of a sticky situation. We didn’t give them money, but we were able to give them a room to live in. We did not expect or request anything in return. We simply gave what we had. In trying to sum up the Bible’s entire teaching on how to relate to each other, Jesus made this statement – or this GOLDEN RULE! – “In everything, do to others what you would have them do to you.” I think Jesus is saying that kindness should be a day in, day
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out lifestyle of compassion and caring. It’s the Golden Rule – it transcends random, it’s intentional and consistent. It’s you, me, the wealthy, the not-so-wealthy and everyone in between – all of us – making a decision to live our lives in a way that is kind, generous and compassionate toward others. Imagine a community where kindness is the language that bridges every divide. A community that intentionally seeks out opportunities on a daily basis to be kind toward others. This can be tough – it often goes against our culture and nature. In fact, if we are willing to be courageously honest with ourselves, I think we all probably find it easier to give
out of abundance and are happy to help out a family member or friend if we can. But what about giving up something to give to someone else? Or what about intentional acts of kindness toward a stranger, a neighbour or the local “troublemakers”? I’m sure the family who sent us that gift could have done so much for themselves with the money they gave us, but they have modelled what I believe true kindness and generosity to be – to do unto others what you would have them do to you. If we can practice this kind of kindness – a daily kindness that does not give to receive or only gives out of an abundance; if we can practice giving kindness, forgiveness and love freely, consistently and generously to each other, I believe it has the potential to transform our town, bridge divides, overcome loneliness and isolation, and restore our families. A little kindness goes a very long way.
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New beds – no dig, no effort, no cost!
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CAN’T think of having an allotment without digging, said someone – digging helps me exercise, said another. OK, everybody’s entitled to run their allotment how they like, who are we to argue? But about this time last year, we set out to build a rustic compost pen to grow our giant pumpkins on and ultimately to provide us with a load of rich, composted soil. It was, to say the least, a real countryside effort made of old tree branches woven together. About six feet long, three feet wide and three feet high, it was lined with cardboard and straw then filled with all manner of green waste for nearly six months. For our efforts several pumpkins were produced, the largest of which needed two people to carry it. In fact, we saved the seed so if anybody would like a few for a small donation to charity, please get in touch and we’ll send you some. Our intention all along was to create a large pile of compost from which we would construct two “no dig” beds. The pumpkins were really secondary but they made good use of the scheme of things. The area we were using for our new beds was about 13 square feet and was covered in grass; it had not been cultivated for at least ten years to our knowledge. While the compost was maturing and pumpkins were growing, the surrounding area was covered in cardboard with a layer of wood chips on top. Come November the bed was looking a bit sad, the plants had gone and though the rustic framework, which was about to be dismantled, was still holding up
Pumpkins growing in the rather rustic pen, top; the two new veg beds the bed of composting matter was by then looking a little depleted, mostly devoured by those little red worms that love this stuff. But bearing in mind back in the early spring this was a complete mixture of peelings from the kitchen, flower stems, green manures, leaves, straw, shredded paper, cardboard and coffee grounds – in fact, anything we could get our hands on – we now had a beautiful pile of rich, organic compost. It was a complete transformation of green waste in about nine months. Our next step was to divide up
the area – there wasn’t too much left of the cardboard and most of the remaining wood chips were used as new paths between our beds. Using four-inch timber as temporary shuttering, we laid out two beds four feet wide and about 13 feet long. Some two inches of our finished compost was spread over each bed, about level with the wood chip paths. Our timber shuttering was then removed and... the result? Two beds ready for planting. We also had several spare barrow loads of compost that were used elsewhere.
And as we said earlier, no effort, no cost. So will we do the same again? The answer is yes, but this time we’re trying even less work by building an open compost heap. It’s an idea perhaps that could be adopted for any overgrown plot where cultivation is not immediately possible. In our case the ground being used is relatively clear so if you have any hardwood shrubs, brambles or perennial weeds, remove these first. In midDecember we marked out an area about four feet across by the width of our plot, which is about 13 feet. We’ve started to create a heap over this area with green waste using a similar blend of items that we used last time, mixing them all together as we go. Just after the start of this year our heap was approximately 16 inches high and already it was beginning to generate heat, the start of the composting process. On one day, for example, the daytime temperature was just 1°C or 2°C, while the heap varied between 30°C and 40°C. We’ll keep adding to the pile over the coming months and by June it could be ready to accept pumpkin or courgette plants – we might even try some runner beans in the nutritious mound. And when everything is harvested and cleared away the worms will have done the work for us and be happy after gorging themselves on our waste again – and so will we as we’ll have another load of rich compost, too! Bristol East Allotments Association Email: beaanews@gmail.com www.bristoleastallotments.com or call 0117 932 5852
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Contest to mark cycle path’s 40th year A charity set up to encourage people to walk and cycle has launched a photography competition to mark the 40th anniversary of the Bristol and Bath Railway Path. Sustrans England South wants to celebrate the iconic route and will turn the winning selection of photos into a calendar. Shortlisted photographs will be uploaded to the Sustrans Facebook gallery and the images with most “likes” will be chosen. The 13-mile off-road route was built on the disused Midland Railway line between 1979 and 1986. It was Sustrans’ first cycleway and paved the way for the National Cycle Network, a network of signed paths and routes for cycling and walking. The path is also one of Sustrans’ arts trails, featuring sculptures such as Doug Cocker’s Fish on its Nose sculpture at Fishponds and Wind Blown Oak by Jim Partridge and Liz Walmsley to mark the site of Kelston Station. All images entered must be taken on the Bristol and Bath Railway Path. The competition has four phases – winter, spring, summer and autumn – each with different closing dates to enable photographers to capture the path in various seasons. Entries for the first phase need to be submitted by Thursday, February 28, with other phases closing on Friday, May 31, Friday, August 30, and Thursday, October 31. Each entry should include a short caption about what the path means to you.
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Voting will also take place in phases. The calendar will be produced shortly after the final vote on Monday, November 11, and the winning photo in each phase will receive the calendar as a prize. A Sustrans spokesperson said: “We think the Bristol and Bath Railway Path is one of the most photogenic routes in the whole of the National Cycle Network and we look forward to seeing your photographs.” To find out more about the entry criteria and the dates of the voting phases, visit https://bit. ly/2DopoKB
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f you are one of the millions of people who vowed at new year to declutter and tidy up then you probably already know it can be like painting the Forth Bridge. Without a system in place things quickly go back to being a mess. One of the worst clutter symptoms is that of The Floordrobe. Or The Chairdrobe. Bannister-robe. Door-robe. Radiator-robe…. The most obvious route to using the Actual Wardrobe properly is to first reduce the volume of clothing you have so
that it all fits inside, but once you have done that there is still a further way to maximise the space available. Japanese decluttering queen Marie Kondo is the absolute master of clothing origami. Simply watch her delightful demonstration videos on YouTube to learn how to fold things so that they stand up on their own and can be filed rather than piled. Stop stacking, start filing, then all will be visible and accessible. The secret to success is to divide the drawers into smaller, more manageable compartments. You can now buy beautiful Marie Kondo branded lidless boxes, all pretty and thoughtfully proportioned so as to perfectly protect your smalls, tees and trews. Or you can do what I do and buy the altogether more thrifty cardboard Tjena boxes from Ikea. Pop them inside your drawers, fill with your favourite garms and enjoy a clutter-free, calm living (and dressing) experience!
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A former submariner has just published his second book, drawing inspiration from his career at sea. After publishing a memoir about his life as a marine engineering mechanic with the Royal Navy, 32 Years Man and Buoy, Ian Atkinson has now turned his hand to fiction for the first time. Back in Action is about a time-travelling submarine set during the Cold War – in 1986, HMS Saracen is left crippled at the bottom of the Barents Sea close to the Russian coast. Returning to the surface after a battle to repair their boat, the crew find the world is a very different place as they witness an historic sea battle. Can they change history and how are they going to get home again? Both of Ian Atkinson’s books, which are self-published, are available as ebooks or in paperback format, including from Amazon.
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Lanes by Teresa Hardman, above; Ashton Windmill by Linda Harvey, above right; Keynsham Park by S Kibble, right. To find out more about Keynsham Photographic Society, visit their website at www.keynshamphotographicsociety.co.uk
Chinese Dragon by Len Payne, left; Bristol Suspension Bridge by David Self, above
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n SPORT Football Mundial is looking for new teams to join the new Keynsham six-a-side and the University Of Bath six-a-side football leagues, writes our correspondent. The organisation, which says it offers “competitive football with all the fun but none of the fuss”, has two well-established leagues played on Wednesday nights in Bath from 8-10pm and on Monday nights at Wellsway Sports Centre in Keynsham from 7-9pm. Games are played outdoors on Astroturf pitches and all teams that sign up for the new season will get free entry to the leagues. There will be two to three divisions in the league, with teams battling for promotion and relegation at the end of the season, when trophies will be given to the season’s winners, along with other prizes. To join the leagues, or to get an information pack, call 01937 841440, email info@ footballmundial.com, or visit www.footballmundial.com
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Football Mundial’s Keynsham six-a-side league plays on Monday nights and new teams are welcome
Cyclist Euan sets sights on success in Europe A teenage cyclist from Keynsham who dreams of one day competing in the Tour de France is stepping up a gear as he sets his sights on winning national titles on both track and road in 2019. Sixteen-year-old Euan Taylor is one of six young riders to have been invited to join the prestigious Welsh National Junior Development Programme this year where he will be provided with a full package of performance coaching. At the same time, he is moving up to the junior squad with his racing team Giant CC – Halo Films and plans to compete at events in Belgium, France and Italy. He said: “I hope to gain invaluable experience racing for both my club team and also as a member of the national programme squad to see me progress further. In the long term I hope to achieve a level where I can race as a European professional cyclist. I would love to compete at the Milan-San Remo, the Paris-Roubaix and the Tour de France.” Euan, who is also a member
of local cycling club Salt and Sham, is no stranger to competing among the top young riders in the UK, having been selected to represent the South of England cycling team at the Youth Tour of Scotland and at the UK School Games last year. Alongside school, Euan trains on the bike for up to 18 hours a week and has a part-time job to help fund his cycling activities, which he estimates will cost up to £5,000 this year – and now is looking for sponsorship. He said: “Since I started my sport has been funded by my parents who have also been supporting both of my sisters who have been racing at a similar level. To ensure that I am able access all that I need to perform at my highest level and help me try for a life as a professional cyclist I need to help my parents and find some additional financial support for the cost of coaching, travel, race entry and equipment.” Anyone who is interested in sponsoring Euan can find out more by emailing dtandjt@ blueyonder.co.uk
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U10s sponsor steps in with a kit that fits! A local businessman has come to the rescue of the members of a Keynsham junior football club who were outgrowing their kit. Adam Foord, of Elise Projects, visited Fry Club Juniors Under10s just before their match against Mangotsfield United at Somerdale on Sunday, January 19, to present them with new kits and training tops. Team coach Bernie Grimes said their old strip had become too small and was becoming uncomfortable for the youngsters to play in, so they were delighted when Adam stepped in as a sponsor. “The kit and the training tops were really welcome as the lads have really grown this season. We are very happy and thankful to be sponsored by Elise Projects,” he added. The team then put their new kit to test in the Hanham Minor League game, getting it nice and muddy. l Adam Foord with Fry Club JFC Under-10s
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Keynsham Rugby widen points gap with near rivals after important win With four games played, there are three wins and a brave loss to report this month for Keynsham Rugby Club’s first team, writes our correspondent. The last game before Christmas was played in appalling conditions at North Petherton, with rain blowing horizontally cross-pitch. It was never going to be a flowing sight of rugby football but what a lesson the Keynsham pack gave the home side. They totally dominated up front and were well supported by the back division who, for once, used the conditions to their favour. The highlight of the game was a dash along the touchline by erstwhile winger, now sturdy hooker, Dan Howlett. He not only showed surprising pace but a high degree of skill when his chip forward trundled many a yard before finding a great lineout position. The Black and Ambers led six-nil at half time from penalties by Sam Challenger and the same player converted one of two pushover tries from Jack Weston and added a penalty for a final score of 21-nil. Another important win was secured after Christmas when high-flying Okehampton RFC came to town. The locals went into an early five-point lead thanks to a try by poacher Jack Evans and stretched that to 10 via a try from winger Cieran Chester on the 15-minute mark. The home spectators had further joy 10 minutes later. Davies’ high cross-kick – mis-cued, it must be said – was caught miraculously by centre George Warren, who fed winger John Pearse from the back of his hand. The winger showed great pace to outstrip his marker and the cover defence to score a splendid number three try from which Challenger slotted the extra points. A penalty from the same player eight minutes later completed the scoring for the first half. A major surprise at 20-nil – was it too good to last? It was a totally different second half where Okehampton were on top throughout – 95 per cent of play was in the Keynsham half, more than half was in the last third, but very little in the
Keynsham in action against Teignmouth RFC
“red zone”. An Okehampton penalty early in the second half rebounded from an upright but shortly thereafter their scrum half stole over for a converted try. This was all the joy they were allowed by an outstanding defensive effort by Keynsham, the star of which was George Warren at centre. This gave Keynsham another four league points. A heavy loss, as the scoreline shows, followed at St Ives, Cornwall where the match ended on 42-22. This does not tell the full story, however. Lacking five regular starters for various reasons, the Keynsham squad was further weakened by the loss of the fly-half before the start, and withdrawals through injury to both second rows at stages in the first half further disrupted the team. At 34-5 early in the
second period a cricket score looked a distinct possibility, but the side showed tremendous grit and spirit to dig themselves out of a hole. Apart from the early try by stand-in No 8 Lewis Bush, they scored three further tries to secure a league bonus point. Evans (two) and Pearse were the scorers and Matt Withey added a conversion. An excellent outcome, all considered. Finally, there was a really important match against Teignmouth RFC, who were within two league points of Keynsham, at the Crown Field. Again, the local lads put together a stirring performance against determined opposition and on this occasion ran out winners with a slightly flattering scoreline of 31-12. This secured a further five league points and widened the gap between the two
teams. Keynsham were 12 points up after 13 minutes thanks to tries by Dan Howlett and Lewis Bush and a conversion from Challenger, but they were pulled back courtesy of an unconverted try from the visitors. They then withstood 20 minutes or so under pressure but their defence held and they went farther ahead two minutes before half time with a penalty from Challenger. An opportunist try by the same player plus conversion early in the second half moved them to 19-5. With one man down to a yellow card, the visitors closed the gap to six points and there it remained until five minutes were left on the clock. A break by Joe Clements led to a blind-side movement where winger Cieran Chester forced his way over; Challenger added the points with a fine conversion. The icing was put on the cake at the final whistle when centre Warren charged down a kick and was first to the ball ingoal for his debut first team try for Keynsham. He well deserved this for his recent stalwart performances, particularly in defence. Only one home game is scheduled for February, when Weston Hornets visit on February 9, although there may be a cup game to watch too.
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Budding baseball players at an introductory session hosted by Bristol Baseball Club
Getting into the swing for a new season Bristol Baseball Club has begun its preparations for 2019 with a series of indoor training sessions at Wellsway School in Keynsham, writes our correspondent. The club is looking to build on last year when the Badgers reached the national final of the AA British Baseball Federation (BBF) championship. The Badgers also won the annual Bristol Sports Awards
trophy for adult team of the year. The Bristol Bats narrowly missed out on the final of the South West Baseball League (SWBL) and both teams are aiming to come away with trophies this season. As part of its long-term plans, the club is looking to start a third team to play in the SWBL this year and a youth team to help secure the club’s long-term future.
“We are actively recruiting new players of any experience to help build the club and secure its future and after a well-attended intro session we hope we can add a third team for 2019,” said club chairman Richard Evans. “Our teams were very successful in 2018 but we want to go one better and bring trophies back to the city.” Before Christmas, more than 20 budding baseball players
attended the club’s introductory session held in Bristol. The indoor sessions are being held at Wellsway School and they continue through to March 17. Outdoor training will begin on March 23 at Somerdale Pavilion. Anyone interested in playing baseball with Bristol Baseball Club can get further information at the website www.bristolbaseball.co.uk
Mooney who came in with their point to clinch the game. The annual trophy match was
set up many years ago following the premature death of Ralph Tinnion, who had been a member
of both golf clubs. The Stragglers’ winning line-up is pictured above.
Stragglers finally win Tinnion trophy
Golfers from Saltford Stragglers have won the Ralph Tinnion trophy for the first time in many years after beating rivals Knowle by three and a half points to two and a half, writes our correspondent. Winning pairs for the home team in the greensome format were Adie Meacham and Charles McFarland, Ian Roberts and Mike Garcia, Paddy Mooney and John Houlihan with Keith Bees and Dennis Payter getting a half. Ironically it was the first time the match had been played with six pairs instead of five and it was the last group of Houlihan and
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