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Pupils get their passports to adventure! Youngsters across Keynsham, Saltford and the surrounding area have set themselves a challenge to achieve 80 exciting things before they turn 18. School council representatives from nine schools in the Keynsham area have come up with a list of activities their fellow pupils could tick off throughout their childhood and teenage years. And from sledging, making a den and climbing trees to raising money for charity and camping, the children have already set off on their journeys. l See Page 17
Bid to build leisure marina turned down P2 First look at plans for 100 new homes P4 Police hunt as robber targets woman, 82 P6 Chandag Infant School pupils with their 80 by 18 Passports
One-way High Street to be put to the test
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Calls to improve bridge safety win support P7 Town venues to host literature fest events P11
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Bid to build new leisure marina on river refused A bid for a 326-berth marina in Keynsham has been rejected by council planning chiefs after they visited the site near the Broadmead Industrial Estate on the River Avon last month. The proposal went before Bath and North East Somerset Council’s development control committee on January 13 and was refused by a majority of councillors, a decision welcomed by people living on boats currently moored at the site, who feared they would face eviction. Council planning officers had already recommended the scheme was refused on a number of grounds, including the risk of harm to wildlife, trees and hedgerows; a lack of safe pedestrian and cycle routes and alternatives to using a car to access the town; the loss of agricultural land; inappropriate development of the green belt and the development’s impact on the surrounding landscape. After the panel heard from a number of residents and Christopher Whitehouse from the developer’s agent Next Phase Development, Councillor Paul Crossley put forward a motion to reject the application, saying he agreed with the officers’ reasons for refusal and that there had been many discussions on how people could “live with water” but that this plan did not “meet any of the criteria”. Councillor Rob Appleyard seconded the motion and added that he felt the council had a
responsibility to the existing river residents. There was some support among councillors, however, for the principle of a marina and development of the river at Keynsham. Keynsham councillor Bryan Organ said: “There is room for a marina development along the River Avon but it [the proposal] is not quite right at the moment.” People living on the river told Keynshamvoice last month that they felt they were “invisible” in the developer’s plans, while planning officers said a lack of policy on residential river moorings meant their loss could not be put forward as a reason for refusing the application. Following the decision to refuse, Daniel Boulden, who lives on the river, said: “They had ignored us until today – I felt we had got a number of them [councillors] on our side.” His neighbour Rupert Alcock also questioned the level of demand for more leisure moorings, saying it would be “counter-intuitive to claim an economic benefit to building a half-empty marina and evict 35 families”.
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Neighbourhood plan takes a step forward
Plans to draw up a Neighbourhood Plan for Keynsham have taken a step forward with a formal application made to Bath and North East Somerset Council. Keynsham Town Council has applied to designate the whole of Keynsham Parish as a neighbourhood area, focusing on the High Street and conservation area. A Neighbourhood Plan gives communities the power to draw up a vision for their local area as a whole or just part of it, deciding where they want new homes, shops and employment space to go, what they should look like as well as what infrastructure is needed. A steering group, chaired by town councillor Clive Fricker with Councillor Brian Simmons in the role of vice-chair, has been set up to help develop the plan. People can find more details and comment on the initial application until February 29 at www.bathnes.gov.uk/neighbourhoodplanning, by emailing planning_policy@bathnes.gov. uk or writing to Planning Policy (Neighbourhood Planning) PO Box 5006, Bath BA1 1JG.
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Cash earmarked to fund High Street one-way trial A one-way system along Keynsham High Street will finally be put to the test, with funding for the scheme announced by Bath and North East Somerset Council. The proposal has been under discussion for many years as a means of improving the area for shoppers and possibly helping traffic flow through the centre of the town. Now funding for a trial has been earmarked as part of the council’s budget for 2016/17, which will cover costs such as monitoring and evaluating the scheme as well as consulting with the community. Keynsham councillor Charles Gerrish, who is also the council’s cabinet member for finance and efficiency, said: “Trialling a oneway system on Keynsham High Street was one part of the council’s transport strategy which particularly received public support. “It’s something which has been discussed in the town for a number of years as a way of mak-
A oneway traffic system along Keynsham High Street could soon be put to the test
ing the town centre more pedestrian-friendly and potentially improving traffic flow as well. “By undertaking a trial scheme this will allow the council to test how well a one-way system would work in practice without incurring the full expense of a permanent scheme. “It will also give residents the chance to give their views on the operation of the scheme before a decision is taken on whether it should be implemented on a permanent basis. “Further details of the trial, including when it will take place, will be released once they are finalised.”
The cabinet will be meeting on February 10 to finalise its proposals for the 2016/17 budget, which could also include a council tax increase of 1.25 per cent for B&NES residents, raising around £1 million extra. Council leaders say this would help protect frontline services and meet the rising costs of caring for an ageing population in the face of funding cuts for councils from central government. Keynsham Town Council set its 2016/17 budget at its January 19 meeting, during which it agreed a 5 per cent increase of its precept, representing an extra £1.59 for the year on the council tax bill for a Band D household.
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A developer has given residents the first look at plans to create a new estate of up to 100 homes to the south of Keynsham. The 4.3-hectare site, bordered by Charlton Road and Parkhouse Lane, is soon to be the subject of a planning application by Bloor Homes, which held a public information event in the centre of town on January 28. The parcel of former greenbelt land was earmarked for housing in Bath and North East Somerset Council’s core strategy and a Bloor Homes representative said the firm hopes to be able to submit plans to the council in March. If permission is granted then building work could start by the end of the year, he said. Information boards at the event showed that vehicles would access the site via a simple Tjunction off Charlton Road, while the existing 60mph speed limit on the route could be lowered past the entrance to the development. The estate, which would
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‘Council must learn lessons from civic centre’
Calls for relief road for new estates Keynsham councillors have renewed calls for a relief road to directly link new homes in the south of Keynsham to a main route. A direct link to Charlton Road from the Meadows development would ease growing pressure on residential streets in the area and the town centre, say councillors Alan Hale and Lisa O’Brien. The proposed relief road would link Charlton Road to Park Road, running south of Abbotts Wood. A number of housing developments are at various stages in the area, with The Meadows (K2B) and Bilbie Green (K2A) under construction and plans for Bloor Homes’ (see Page 4) and Persimmon Homes’ sites being drawn up. The councillors have met with transport officers from Bath and North East Somerset Council to discuss the idea, urging them to make a relief road a condition of
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planning permission for new developments. Cllr Hale said: “At the moment, residents in south Keynsham, especially those on Park Road and Dunster Road, are faced with increasing numbers of vehicles needing to access The Meadows development, including construction traffic. “Not only does this send more traffic through residential streets and the town centre, but it’s also unfair on residents of The Meadows who have no direct access to Charlton Road.” Cllr O’Brien added: “We’ve met with B&NES transport officers to discuss the need for action to be taken to reduce traffic in our town, including the idea of this relief road. “While we are aware there isn’t a budget in place for this road at the moment, our hope would be that the council could leverage contributions from the developer to help fund the road.”
Improvements are still needed at Keynsham’s Market Walk to meet the needs of blind and partially sighted residents and visitors, says a local campaigner. Despite alterations such as the installation of controlled crossings, “erratic steps, bollards and a lack of logical routes” are still cause for concern, says resident and Royal National Institute of Blind People campaigner Josie Iles. She was recently joined on a walk around the site and its public buildings by Keynsham councillor Alan Hale to assess how it meets the needs of blind and partially sighted people. Josie said: “I’m delighted that
the council accepted the need for controlled pedestrian crossings in Keynsham. This is really vital for any pedestrian with sight loss, such as myself.” She added: “It’s really important that Bath and North East Somerset Council learn the lessons from this development and build upon the good practice in listening to and engaging with groups representing people with disabilities.” Cllr Hale said: “Sadly many vital features relating to people with sight loss or mobility problems were not factored into the original design of the open spaces.”
Off-duty officer uncovers suspected burglary An off-duty police officer is being praised for investigating a suspected burglary at the Keynsham Masonic Hall and helping to arrest two men. He was nearby when he heard the alarm sounding at the hall in Bath Road just before 1pm on January 30. He found a rear fire door open and a car parked there. A man appeared in the doorway and the officer detained
him on suspicion of burglary and called the police on 999. The 23-year-old was arrested and later bailed until February 19. A second man was seen inside the building and was arrested after a police dog was sent in to search. The man, aged 27, was later taken to the Royal United Hospital for treatment to a leg injury. He has also been bailed until February 19.
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Time’s running out to microchip your dog Don’t forget that by April 6, 2016 all dogs in England and Wales MUST be microchipped. The Compulsory Microchipping Act will be enforced by government officials such as police, local authorities and community support officers. If your dog is found to not have a microchip, you could face a fine of up to £500. It costs only £10 to microchip your dog at Highcroft so book an appointment now with one of our vets or nurses. A microchip is about the size of a grain of rice and is injected into the loose skin of your pet's neck where it sits permanently. The microchipping process is quick and no more painful than a vaccination. Every microchip has its own 15-digit number which holds all your pet's personal details, including name, address, contact numbers and any other information that may be relevant. These details are stored in an approved database so that your pet can be identified if they become lost.
If your dog is already microchipped then make sure that your details are up to date. Incorrect data on your dog’s registration will also put you at risk of a fine. Check your pet’s details by contacting one of the UK microchip databases such as Petlog or Anibase. If you’re unsure which database your pet is registered with, look back at their microchip paperwork. For more information about compulsory microchipping, please read our blog post ‘Compulsory microchipping – what do I need to know?’ on our website www.highcroftvet. co.uk. Alternatively, contact Keynsham Veterinary Centre on 0117 986 7700 and we will be happy to help.
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Woman, 82, is pulled to ground by bag snatcher Police are searching for a robber who pulled an 82-yearold woman to the floor as he grabbed her bag in Tenby Road, Keynsham. Officers are appealing for witnesses to the incident at around 8.10am on Friday, January 22, in which a man in his teens or early 20s snatched a Marks and Spencer carrier bag the woman was holding and ran off in the direction of Kelston Park. The victim suffered bruising to her arm and ribs and a swollen knee, but despite her fall she chased after the suspect until she lost sight of him. The bag contained a purse, a bus pass, medication and a small amount of cash. It was later recovered but her purse had been removed. Detective Sergeant Simon Chubb said: “This was a shocking incident in which a vulnerable
woman was pulled to the floor as her bag was ripped from her hands. “The victim, who thankfully didn’t sustain any serious injuries, demonstrated great bravery during and after the robbery and should be praised for this. “We’re now appealing for anyone who saw the incident, or a young man fleeing the area, to get in touch on 101 quoting 5216014998.” The suspect is described as a man in his teens or early 20s and was wearing dark clothing.
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Bridge a danger to our visitors, say park owners
Regular Avon Valley Adventure and Wildlife Park visitor Andrew Goddard with his guide dog Sammy on Pixash Lane bridge
A petition calling for major improvements to a road used by thousands of visitors on their way to a family attraction in Keynsham has attracted hundreds of signatures. Calls to widen Pixash Lane as it crosses the railway line on the approach to Avon Valley Adventure and Wildlife Park have been gathering support since the venue’s owners set up an online campaign. They say there has been a number of accidents on the narrow, steep bridge over the railway line, which is also used by lorries accessing nearby industrial premises, and they want to make it safer for pedestrians and drivers. Doug Douglas, owner of the park, said: “My family and I have always been concerned about the dangers this bridge brings. “I see cars crossing the single-
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Station to shut for over a week Keynsham Station will be closed from Saturday, April 2, to Sunday, April 11, as part of a major project to modernise the Great Western route between London and South Wales. Network Rail is working on the electrification of the busy route between London and South Wales in what is billed as the biggest investment in the line since Brunel built it 150 years ago. The stretch between Bath Spa and Bristol Temple Meads will be closed during the improvement works in April. As part of the scheme, Network Rail has applied to Bath and North East Somerset Council to replace one of the station’s shelters, on the Bristol-bound platform, to allow enough space between the structure and the overhead lines and equipment required for electrification. The brick shelter on the Bathbound side will be enlarged and given a new flat roof. Comments on the plans are
being accepted by the council until February 20. In letter to council planning chiefs, Network Rail said: “The electrification of the Great Western Mainline is a project of national significance and these works are being undertaken to bring the station up to date.” Network Rail has been holding a series of drop-in events around the area to keep people informed about the project. The next is on Friday, February 19, at St John’s Church from 5-7pm. During the closure of the station, Great Western Railway will be running an amended timetable and rail replacement bus services, including a bus to Bristol Temple Meads from Keynsham every 30 minutes.
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Youngsters host shoot in aid of Scouting Keynsham Scouts are inviting anyone who wants to give clay pigeon shooting a try to join them at their next fundraising event. The youngsters are hosting a weekend of shooting on March 12 and 13 at Chelwood campsite, off the A368, and individuals and teams of up to 10 can join them on a pay-and-play basis. The event is open to novices and those with experience, and there will be helpers available to provide guidance if needed. A spokesperson said: “All
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Residents urged to ensure they can vote
People across the Keynsham and Saltford area are being urged to make sure they can vote in the forthcoming mayoral referendum and police and crime commissioner election. Bath and North East Somerset Council is encouraging anyone not yet registered to vote to take a few minutes to sign up at www.gov.uk/register-to-vote. The call is part of the National Voter Registration Drive, from February 1 to 7, and comes ahead of the referendum due to be held on Thursday, March 10, in which residents will decide whether B&NES should have a directly elected mayor or keep the current cabinet system. Voters will go to the ballot boxes again on Thursday, May 5, to elect a police and crime commissioner for the Avon and Somerset area. Dr Jo Farrar, chief executive and electoral registration officer, for B&NES Council, said: “Anyone not yet registered to vote should do so as soon as possible so they can have their say on issues that affect their day-to-day lives.”
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Famous families unite to lay foundation stone Holding the same ceremonial tool used to lay the original foundation stone of the Somerdale factory in 1932, the grandson of Cecil Fry laid the first stone in a development that will transform the buildings into a retirement village. Bath businessman Cosmo Fry was joined by Sir David Wills, patron of the St Monica Trust which is developing the site, on January 11. Sir David is the great-grandnephew of the trust’s founders Henry and Dame Monica Wills and he used the same tool that helped lay the charity’s foundation stone in 1920. The ceremony marks the official start of the £60 million building project to create a 90bed care home, 151 assisted living apartments, office space and retail units. An application for a change of use that would allow part of the development to accommodate a relocated St Augustine’s surgery
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Cosmo Fry and Sir David Wills laying the foundation stone at the former chocolate factory is due to go before Bath and North East Somerset Council’s development management committee on February 10. Chief executive of the St Monica Trust David Williams said: “The historical relationship between the Wills and Fry family is represented on the University
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Author Claire Fuller’s debut novel is this year’s Bath Big Read title
Festival brings award-winning author to Space An author will be discussing her awardwinning debut novel in front of an audience in Keynsham as part of The Independent Bath Literature Festival 2016. The popular event is bringing writer Claire Fuller to the town’s Community Space where she will talk about her book and life as an author with festival artistic director Viv Groskop. Claire’s novel Our Endless Numbered Days, which won the Desmond Elliot Prize in 2015, has been selected as the title for this year’s Bath Big Read, which invites book groups and readers across the area to enjoy the book and then share their thoughts. A spokesperson for the festival said: “In her gripping novel, readers are taken on a journey of tension and intrigue in a masterfully written fairy tale thriller… this debut writer is a talent not to be missed.” Claire will be visiting Keynsham on Saturday, February 27, from 2-3pm, and tickets are £5 for adults and £3 concessions
from Bath Box Office on 01225 463362 or from http:// bathfestivals.org.uk/ literature. Before then, people can join a Bath Big Read Book Group event at Keynsham Library on Thursday, February 11, from 3-4pm. The book group is free to attend and includes a free copy of the novel, which can be collected from Keynsham Library or from Bath Box Office. Places must be booked either at the library or via Bath Box Office. Claire will also speaking in Bath at the Guildhall on Sunday, February 28, from 2.45-3.45pm. The Independent Bath Literature Festival runs from Friday, February 26, until Sunday, March 6, and the programme features a wide range of speakers, including Brian Blessed, Jamie Cullum, Celia Imrie, Dom Joly, Marian Keyes, Jonathan Dimbleby and a host of others, and a range of literary walks. Find out more at http:// bathfestivals.org.uk/literature.
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New TimeOut building Over the next six weeks the youth workers and young people will be busy getting ready to move to the new TimeOut building on Bath Hill. Young people will be helping the staff to choose what they would like in the new youth centre, what facilities they would like to be able to access and how they would like to use the new space. New staff Keynsham Town Council is currently recruiting staff to work as part of the Keynsham Youth Work Team. Once staff have been appointed, TimeOut will be operating again for three nights a week. Currently it is open on a Tuesday and a Wednesday night from 7pm until 9.30pm. A full programme of activities has been planned and developed by the staff. Programme for February Young people will be consulted on the new TimeOut during every open access session, along with the projects being offered. Arts in TimeOut There will be regular arts and crafts workshops being offered to young people. A dreamcatcher workshop took place in January where young people were able to learn to weave their own dreamcatcher.
Annual events during Febuary Safer Internet Day, Chinese New Year and Pancake Day will all be featuring in the programme for young people in February. The young people will be given an opportunity to find out what their Chinese animal is and help to prepare Chinese food. Pancake Day will see them making pancakes and discussing the relevance of Lent in today’s society. Internet Safety Day will allow the young people to gain the skills to stay safe online and to explore the risks of using social media and online gaming. Keynsham Youth Council – KeynshamNow The next meeting of KeynshamNow will be on Wednesday, March 2, in the Community Space at 5.30pm. Targeted support for young people in Keynsham The youth workers at TimeOut can offer signposting to other services for young people to enable them to get the support they need. Targeted one-to-one support is also offered to the young people who attend TimeOut. TimeOut currently offers drop-in sessions for all young people aged 13 to 19 on a Tuesday and a Wednesday evening from 7pm until 9.30pm. l Contact the Youth Work Team at youthworker@keynsham-tc. gov.uk or on 0117 986 8683.
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Scouts urge gardeners to save the date! Scouts in Keynsham are inviting residents to put a date in their diaries – for 2017! Youngsters and volunteers from 1st Keynsham Scouts have announced that they will be hosting a seed swap, where people will be able to bring seeds they’ve saved in 2016, swap them with other gardeners and take part in a range of activities. The event, which will take place on February 5, 2017, will build on the success of the Explorer Scout Plant Sale held in May last year and the group’s
participation in October’s Keynsham Food Festival and Keynsham in Bloom activities throughout 2015. The swap is being launched with the Keynsham in Bloom team and the day will also feature guests from the world of horticulture as well as activities for the whole family with the Beavers, Cubs and Scouts. A spokesperson said: “Put the date in your diary now, we want to give everybody the chance to save seeds in 2016 and prepare.”
Wellsway School is celebrating being named one of the top performing schools in the South West for the second year. The secondary school has been ranked seventh in the region among non-selective, state-funded schools in the Department for Education’s national school performance tables published in January. In the summer of 2015, 81 per cent of Wellsway pupils achieved five or more A*-C grades in their GCSEs or equivalent, the best performance among schools in the Bath and North East Somerset region. The average for all schools in England is 53.8 per cent. Head of school Simon White said: “We are delighted to provide students with a first-rate school experience and have every ambition to ensure that this continues for our children and
young people into the future.” Meanwhile, the table states 46 per cent of students at Broadlands Academy achieved five A*-C grades with English and maths – a figure principal Dean Anderson says failed to take into account successful exam retakes. He said: “The DfE’s performance tables only take account of a student’s first entry and any subsequent exams are not counted for the school in the tables, but do count for the student. The academy’s actual figure of 62 per cent was as a result of the academy continuing to put students first and offering the opportunity for students to retake certain examinations when it is in their best interest to do so.” GCSE students’ performance in English, maths and science was also above the national average, he added.
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Young performers are offering a “feast of song and dance” in their debut production next month. Youth theatre company PhoenixKYT was launched last year and now it is just weeks until curtain up on their first show. Be Our Guest will feature musical numbers from a range of favourites, including The Lion King, Matilda, Bugsy, Beauty and the Beast and more.
The group, ranging in age from 10 to 17, have already given audiences a preview of their talents, performing musical numbers to an audience of 100 and singing alongside a visiting choir from Keynsham’s twin town Libourne. Now they will be taking to the stage in their own full production and are inviting people to join the audience at Broadlands
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80 by 18 list gives pupils a passport to adventure Youngsters across Keynsham, Saltford and the surrounding area have set themselves a challenge to achieve 80 exciting things before they turn 18. School council representatives from nine schools in the Keynsham area met up to come up with a list of activities their fellow pupils could tick off throughout their childhood and teenage years. The result is the 80 by 18 Passport, which has been given to each child at Chandag Junior, Chandag Infant, Saltford, St Keyna, Castle, Marksbury and Whitchurch primaries, as well as Broadlands Academy and Wellsway School students. The challenges have been split into Key Stages 1, 2, 3 and 4 and range from visiting a farm, sledging and making a den by the time you leave Year 2 to raising money for charity, spending a weekend camping and trying three new sports by the end of Year 6.
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Millions of people killed in genocides around the globe were remembered by Broadlands Academy pupils as they observed Holocaust Memorial Day on January 27. The event, which first took place in 2001, aims to preserve the memory of those who suffered or lost their lives in the Holocaust of World War II, under Nazi persecution and in later genocides in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia and Darfur, and to educate future generations. Holocaust Memorial Day falls on the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau in 1945, the largest Nazi death camp. At Broadlands Academy, Year 9 students led an assembly on the topic for pupils in Year 7 and raffled a cake specially made for the day by a student’s grandmother to raise funds
to create a memorial at the school. Humanities teacher Linda Clapperton said: “Around Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) we honour the survivors of these regimes and challenge our students to use the lessons of these experiences to inform our lives today. “Year 9 students delivered a very moving assembly to Year 7 students. In addition we have held other events throughout the week, such as a non-uniform day and a cake sale. “The funds raised will go towards creating an area within the grounds of the academy as a permanent reminder of the victims and survivors of genocide as well as challenging ourselves at the academy to think about the part we can play in challenging hatred and creating a safer, better future for all.”
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Young artists reveal talent at exhibition Two young artists from Keynsham got the chance to see their work go on display to friends, family, teachers and the public at a Bristol show. Pieces by Uti David and Gabriella Day were among an impressive exhibition of work by creative arts students from St Brendan’s Sixth Form College at Bristol’s Paintworks Event Space. The show featured artwork from their A level coursework, including graphics student Uti’s accessory packaging designs, featuring logos for his
K-Lush range and eye-catching images. Meanwhile Gabriella showed off her fine art work in which she focuses on movement of the figure, capturing fleeting moments that would otherwise be over too quickly to appreciate. After his A levels, Uti hopes to study for a degree in graphic communication at Chelsea College of Arts while Gabriella wants to complete a foundation degree before going to university to further her art and design studies.
The show was opened on Thursday, January 28, by artist, research fellow and president of the Royal West of England Academy Janette Kerr and ran until Sunday, January 31. Madeline Woolfenden, vice president at St Brendan’s Sixth Form College, said “The students have once again managed to exceed all possible expectations. “The quality of their work along with their creativity is astounding and makes all of us at St Brendan’s so proud.”
A burst pipe that left hundreds of homes without water for around 17 hours spurred a group of young people in Keynsham to take action. As Bristol Water worked to restore the supply in the Charlton Road area on Thursday, January 14, six members and a volunteer from youth charity One Community Trust stepped in to help some of the area’s vulnerable residents, carrying buckets of water to their homes. A spokesperson for the group, which is based in the @One building next to St John’s Church, said the 16- to 18-year-olds had wanted to help “bridge a gap” between young people and the community that they felt had developed since a rise in incidents of antisocial behaviour. “They felt that reacting to this was something ‘any normal person would do’ and wanted to prove to the people of Keynsham that they do care about their community. “We are very proud of our young people and their initiative and willingness to help others.”
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There is a delightful misprint in the Bath Chronicle article as it refers to “bed favours being displayed in abundance”. Of course, it should have read “red favours being displayed in abundance” as red was the colour of the Liberal (radical) supporters. Both candidates were carried shoulder-high back to their respective HQs. In his speech, Joseph King said that “Somerset people, after all, were the best people in the world”. Duncan Hounsell Saltford
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The photograph in your January article Keynsham Memories taken in 1910 showing the Liberal Joseph King MP addressing the crowd was fascinating. The Bath Chronicle and Weekly Gazette in January 1910 reported on the “considerable excitement” on the declaration of the poll for the North Somerset Division at the General Election. The result was declared at the Drill Hall, Keynsham. A large number of colliers had come to Keynsham from the mining districts to hear the result. Joseph King retained the seat for the Liberal Party albeit with a reduced majority over the Unionist (Conservative) candidate Mr Beauchamp.
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We feel we must write to urge residents to vote against having a directly elected mayor for Bath & North East Somerset in the forthcoming referendum on March 10. Those campaigning for a mayor have made a number of claims which they simply cannot back up with evidence, such as the idea that a directly elected mayor would “represent and champion the entire community”. How exactly would
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Keynsham be better represented by a mayor who may well come from a completely different part of B&NES and have little understanding of the needs of our town? We were elected, through the ballot box, by the people of South Keynsham. We owe our position to them, our primary responsibility is to serve them and then the wider community of Keynsham. If we don’t do our job, then they will not vote us in at the next local government election. Those in favour of a mayor somehow also claim “an elected mayor saves money” – excuse me! A mayor’s salary, which will include pension and national insurance contributions from the taxpayer, would probably be more than double that paid to the current leader of council – himself ballot-box elected – so that over a four-year term, it would cost the tax payer an extra £200,000! The leader of council is answerable to his cabinet, political group and the rest of council – all elected by residents of Bath & North East Somerset. He/she could be removed during
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the four-year term if they don’t perform. A directly elected mayor could cling on for the whole term even if their performance was abysmal. Keynsham has, in the past, suffered “second-class citizen status” against the big, beautiful city of Bath. However, this has changed with our administration. Keynsham’s six Conservative councillors meet regularly with B&NES officers to talk directly and specifically about Keynsham issues. Our residents don’t hesitate to contact us if they have a problem or a view on an issue and we act to address their concerns or take their views forward so that they are heard at the highest level – for example, views on the new leisure centre. We locally “fight our corner”, but there is also strong Conservative representation throughout Bath and North East Somerset so we are committed to help the whole of our district. Where would this “directly elected mayor” live? Are they likely to be apolitical and totally impartial, treating both the city of Bath, and the towns and rural areas of North East Somerset with equity?
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We firmly believe that our current system of residents electing their ward councillors, the majority party forming the administration and the current checks and procedures for the process of council (particularly the passing of the annual budget) is the best, most sound, democratic system. We strongly urge all residents of Keynsham and beyond to reject this proposal, and instead vote to keep our current leader and cabinet model for B&NES. The outcome of this referendum will be decided on a simple majority of those who have voted. If you don’t vote, a small minority could change the way our local area is managed – with serious consequences for the way our town is represented on the council. Alan Hale and Lisa O’Brien B&NES Conservative councillors for South Keynsham
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Guess who said this in 2011: “Few residents will say that they have ever felt Bath & North East Somerset to be a unified community.” Give up? Well, it was Tim Warren, then leader of the Conservatives in opposition; now leader of the council. Now he’s convinced an elected mayor is the worst idea since the C5 – for Bath and North East Somerset, anyway. Well, he would, wouldn’t he? But the point he made five years ago was a very valid one. B&NES has never felt like a unified community, not then, and not now. There are a number of reasons, including the curious boundaries drawn by a semi-detached Conservative government minister back in the early Nineties. But one of the main reasons is that it is not represented by a single voice, whose primary commitment is to the voters. The system at present allows whichever party has the most councillors to choose a leader and cabinet from within their party. That leader’s only qualification is having the support of a majority of their colleagues, which in turn means that they have to make sure to keep them happy. Their allegiance is to their ward, their colleagues and their political party.
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An elected mayor can be anyone; you, your neighbours, John Cleese, Midge Ure or Maisie Williams. And that mayor will have explained what she or he would do if elected. And you can throw them out at the end of their term if you don’t like them. No one voted for Tim Warren except his mates; and if you don’t like him, that’s too bad. Elected mayors have many advantages: l They get things done – that’s their role in life l They represent and champion the whole area l They save money, reduce waste and cut inefficiency National government wants to introduce regional devolution – or in everyday language, to give more power and money (we hope) to larger areas of the country. B&NES would become part of the West of England. An elected mayor would not only make sure that Keynsham, Midsomer Norton, Peasedown and other non-Bath areas would be treated equally with Bath, but also that the whole of B&NES would retain its own identity and character rather than becoming a suburb of Greater Bristol. Our campaign is opposed by all political parties, because they fear change. We want people to have more say in who makes decisions on their behalf, and as a result, benefit from better leadership. Choose change. Philip Raby Chair, Mayor for Banes campaign
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Wellsway crossing ‘to be considered’
On behalf of Councillor Bryan Organ, my son Adrian, and myself, I wish to thank everyone who signed my petition for an uncontrolled Belisha crossing to be installed on the Wellsway. MP Jacob Rees-Mogg visited the site at my request. He fully approved and wrote to the council accordingly. This was March 2015 and he was told it was not within the budget for the year 2014-15. I understand that the council will shortly be giving this consideration. Gilbert Ellis
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I feel it is right to say a big thank you to Bristol Water. From 10pm on Wednesday, January 13, until Thursday, January 14, we had no water because of a burst pipe outside the Royal British Legion on Charlton Road. The water came back on at 3.30pm on the Thursday – 17 and a half hours without water. My wife and I have lived in Charlton Road for 41 years now and have never been without water for such a long time. A big thank you to the men who delivered drinking water in bottles to my house. Well done, Bristol Water. We do not think about putting the tap on so many times a day as we all take it for granted. Bob Eastaugh Keynsham
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Develop peninsula in everyone’s interest I was delighted that Councillor Paul Crossley’s motion to refuse the large leisure marina on Broadmead Peninsula was passed at the development management committee of B&NES Council on January 13. However, I note with concern that four councillors abstained and one voted against refusal. If B&NES has plans for the peninsula, as we are in the Placemaking/Neighbourhood Plan process, surely any development of this scale should be part of this process. There is a major problem of access to this area and the obvious way to improve the situation is by extending the
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‘Bikepacking’ pair prepare to pedal Pyrenees A Keynsham couple are combining their love of cycling and exploring mountains in a challenge that will see them pedal the equivalent of the height of Mount Everest not just once, but two and a half times. Kate and Geraint McGregor Michael, who live on a boat at Phoenix Marine, will be “bikepacking” 650 miles from Spain’s Mediterranean coast to its Atlantic coast along the Pyrenees mountain range. Carrying all their gear with them, the pair will be aiming to cycle around 20 to 30 miles a day and camping out at night. The challenge will be benefiting two causes close to the couple’s hearts, as the inspiration for the journey was losing 41-year-old Kate’s mum to cancer in August last year. Now Kate, an educational consultant, and 38-year-old web developer Geraint, also known
as Gez, aim to raise £2,000 to be shared between Cancer Research UK and Bedford Hospitals Charity, where Kate’s mum was cared for in the Primrose Unit. Gez said with just a matter of weeks to go before they set off on April 24, they are spending as much time in the saddle as they can. He said: “We both enjoy mountain biking and hiking, camping and trekking, but it’s only recently we have started to put them together – bikepacking. We’ve only had a few nights away, so three or four weeks will be a bit of a shock. “We are training locally on the Cotswold Way, we’ll be cycling the Ridgeway from Bedford to Keynsham to test all our gear out – and figure out what can be left behind! – and we’ll be putting in some proper mountain miles in Wales and the Lake District when the weather improves.” As well as donations, people
Geraint and Kate McGregor Michael are cycling the Pyrenees have been supporting the couple’s fundraising efforts in other ways, with Green Park Bike Station offering to give their bikes a full service and a friend giving them some Spanish tuition to help with finding refreshments and the occasional place to stay on the way.
Gez added: “On tough days the donations will keep us going, particularly if we reach our target. The views and the coffee should help, too!” To find out more about the bikepacking challenge and to donate, visit http://gomandrake. co.uk.
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Garden centre steps in to brighten up the daily commute with displays A Keynsham garden centre has jumped on board efforts to brighten up the town’s train station by sponsoring baskets along the platform. Wyevale Garden Centre, at Hicks Gate, has signed up to provide compost and plants for the seven containers, starting with a colourful display for the summer. Volunteers from Keynsham in Bloom Community Group, which has maintained the planters for the past few years, say they are delighted with the new partnership, which will last for 12 months. Chair of the group Denise James said: “The troughs have made a big difference in brightening up the station. I am sure many of the commuters appreciate the floral schemes when waiting on the station platform. “I have passed through the station on a number of occasions and the troughs really do stand
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Crimefighter Bob is making town proud The founder of a Keynsham neighbourhood watch scheme has received an award for his work from Avon and Somerset Police and Crime Commissioner Sue Mountstevens.
Jacob Rees-Mogg MP A fashion for elected mayors has been affecting local government structures recently. Metro-mayors as part of the devolution of power to cities are popular in 11 Downing Street while Bath and North East Somerset is to have its own referendum on the proposal for a mayor of B&NES. Electing one individual with executive power has the advantage of accountability, the electorate knows who makes decisions and can cast a vote depending on the perceived qualities of that person. This works well for high-profile roles where there is knowledge both of the candidates and of the position. Thus presidents in the United States or France receive clear mandates and have widespread powers accordingly.
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It is questionable if this can work in a smaller area. The problem with metromayors is that the region they are in charge of has no historical resonance with the public. This is true for the election of a Police and Crime Commissioner for the Avon and Somerset Constabulary, it is not a cohesive community with entirely different interests between rural Somerset and urban Bristol. It is also unlikely to work when the candidates are not
known. On the large stage the publicity surrounding a national or even a London mayoral election is such that the major candidates become familiar figures. This does not happened in smaller areas and in the case of B&NES it is improbable that there would be more than limited publicity for the competence. As B&NES is unlikely to see a “Boris”-like figure emerge and as an authority has arbitrary boundaries that have not yet created a sense of community it is doubtful that a directly elected mayor would work. A metro-mayor for the old Avon area is an even worse idea but neither is worth creating the extra expense and bureaucracy of another tier of politicians.
“Crimefighter” Bob Eastaugh has been co-ordinating the scheme since 2009 as a response to a spate of car fires in the town. He was presented with a Pride Award by Sue Mountstevens at Keynsham Civic Centre in front of members of his family. Ms Mounstevens said: “What a treat to meet such an outstanding individual, who has for many years been a neighbourhood watch co-ordinator, ensuring Keynsham remains a robust and safe community.”
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Twinning group gives residents a taste of France at coffee morning Crepes, croissants and canels de Bordeaux brought a truly French flavour to a coffee morning held in Keynsham. Members of Keynsham and District Twinning Association were kept busy serving up pancakes, pastries and the speciality cakes to visitors throughout the event at the Fear Hall on January 23. The coffee morning was the first of a number of events planned by the group in coming months to raise funds for the association and to give residents the chance to find out more about twinning. The next event will be a Valentine Barn Dance at Saltford Hall on Saturday, February 17, from 7.30-11pm when there will be a “cowboy supper”, a licensed bar, raffle and a prize for the best “Valentine couple”. Tickets are £7.50 for adults and £4 for children, available from 0117 986 5350 or by emailing carole. duckett@caduce.plus.com or
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Villagers roll up their sleeves for clean-up
by Ros Anstey The first working party in 2016 at St Mary’s Church in Compton Dando, held at the beginning of January, had one of the best turnouts of volunteers in recent years, according to one of the organisers. Steve Rendell said: “The rain held off, allowing much clearing of ivy, cleaning of gutters and pruning of trees and shrubs. “Special mention must go to Gary Pearce, who disposed of two trailer loads of compostable waste, also Liz Stanbury and Alison ter Haar, who prepared morning refreshments. “A huge thank-you to everyone who helped,” he added. The next working party is scheduled for Saturday, April 9.
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This tranquil scene on the river at Saltford was photographed in the summer of 1884. Rowing increased in popularity at about this time, for those who had the means and the leisure time to enjoy it. Although regattas were held most years on the “Saltford Straight” they were organised from Bath and the name Saltford Regatta was not used until 1890. This image is reproduced courtesy of Keynsham & Saltford Local History Society, a member of which owns the original.
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Lions to bring back popular quiz night The Lions Club of Keynsham is hosting its second charity quiz night and is inviting teams to sign up and test their knowledge for a good cause. The quiz is returning following the success of last year’s event and teams of up to six players can take part, with a cheese and ham ploughman’s supper served at half time, which is included in the ticket price of £7 per person. Fundraising chairman Lion Bob Watson said: “We are always eager to find new ways of raising charitable funds and last year the quiz proved very popular and so we now see it becoming a regular event.” The quiz night, which is sponsored by Electrio Ltd, will take place on Friday, February 26, at Saltford Hall, Wedmore Road, with doors opening at 7pm for a 7.30pm start. There will also be a licensed bar. Tickets are available from Lion Peter Dando on 01225 875917 or Lion Harry Smith on 0117 960 9446. Find out more about the Lions at www. keynshamlions.org.uk.
Wombles start year with a celebration Dozens of Keynsham’s volunteer litter-pickers enjoyed the chance to socialise at a new year party. And in true Wombles fashion there was even the chance to swap unwanted Christmas gifts to stop them going to waste. The group enjoyed food, competitions and activities for the younger
Wombles at St John’s Church Hall on January 16. The volunteers will next roll up their sleeves for a Big Womble clean-up around The Lock Keeper pub from 2-4pm on February 6, meeting in the gravel car park. Then on March 5, the Wombles will be joining Keep
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Heritage railway to remember the end of an era on a milestone date Volunteers have spent decades bringing life back to the Avon Valley Railway as a visitor attraction and next month sees the arrival of a very meaningful date. The Avon Valley line was closed in the 1960s as part of the nationwide Beeching cuts, and Sunday, March 6, marks 50 years to the day that the last passenger trains arrived at Bitton Station. Now a popular family destination, with locomotives running along the restored line, the team at the railway are keen to mark the occasion and are working on plans to commemorate it with the public. The event is one of many to mark in the diary for fans of Avon Valley, which has unveiled its 2016 programme.
Sunday, March 6, marks 50 years to the day that the last passenger trains arrived at Bitton Station, pictured here in the 1970s The next chance for people to hop on board one of the historic diesel trains will be during the February half-term holidays, from February 6 to 21 (except Monday and Friday). The annual Diesel Gala, with a busy timetable of trips along the line,
is also set to return on March 12 and 13 and the team is also gearing up for the 13th Vintage Bus Rally on July 31, during which visitors can ride vintage buses to Bitton Station in a celebration of Bristol’s transport heritage. The station will be
transported back to the days before its closure on September 24 and 25, when the popular 1940s Weekend winds back the clock once more. Among the timetable are also some new events for 2016, with the attraction welcoming Paddington Bear on May 14 and 15 for a weekend of familyfriendly activities. And the station will provide the perfect setting when Chapterhouse Theatre performs E Nesbit’s The Railway Children on August 24 and 25, with a real steam train to complete the scene. For more information on all of the events ahead in 2016, fares and ticket prices and how to book, visit www. avonvalleyrailway.org or call 0117 932 5538.
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Out and about with Keynsham Walkers Are Welcome group On Sunday, January 24, another good turnout set off from the Memorial Park, in what can best be described as overcast yet warm conditions. Once again we were pleased to welcome several new walkers. Heading west along the River Avon, trudging through the mud from the Londonderry Wharf, we set out across fields to Bitton, picking up the cycle path. Pleased to be on terra firma, we continued towards Saltford. On reaching the Avonside Station, we turned right and picked up the River Avon again, and continued back to Keynsham, stopping for welcome refreshment at the Lock Keeper. The walk, which was enjoyed by everyone, was about five miles and despite heavy conditions we were back home in two and a half hours.
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Rotarians from Keynsham have paid tribute to former president Edward Cannock, who passed away on January 15 at the age of 92. Mr Cannock joined the Rotary Club of Keynsham in 1960, filling the role of secretary from 1965 to 1969 and becoming president in 1973/74. He was very involved with the group’s overseas activities and played an active role in social exchanges with the Argentan Rotary Club in France, with which the Keynsham group is twinned. Fellow Rotarian Adrian Dodd said: “Edward went about his Rotary activities in a quiet and unassuming way but achieved much, particularly with his interest in the charity Tools for Self Reliance, which recycles much-needed hand tools to African countries.
“Edward was meticulous in keeping articles and information about the club and has been our archivist for many years. His garage overflows with papers!” Mr Cannock received a Paul Harris Award in 2008 and a Sapphire Award in 2014 in recognition of his service to the Rotary movement, in which members work together to assist their local communities and causes further afield. Mr Dodd added: “Rotary looks for the highest standards from its members and Edward exemplified the very best of those qualities both in his business life and Rotary activities. We will surely miss Edward but we will remember him with affection as a friend and colleague who it was a great privilege to know.” His funeral was held on February 2 at Haycombe Crematorium.
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Nick Dewfall and PCC Sue Mountstevens at Kelston Road Football Club
Crime commissioner visits local initiatives Police and Crime Commissioner Sue Mountstevens has visited Keynsham and Saltford to see how a number of local projects are benefiting their communities. First stop of the day on January 6 was Clover House in Saltford, which provides a range of therapies for children, teenagers and families, including work to tackle emotional, behavioural and lifestyle issues affecting young people. Kelston Road Football Club in Keynsham also received a visit from Ms Mountstevens, where she met co-ordinator Nick Dewfall. The initiative, which has been supported by
the Commissioner’s Community Action Fund with a £2,415 award for efforts to reduce crime in the area, provides youngsters in Keynsham with free football sessions. Speaking after the visit, PCC Sue Mountstevens said: “I set up my Community Action Fund for initiatives like those provided by the club to help make a difference to young people’s lives. This project is not only great for community cohesion and bringing everyone together but while the sessions are being run there is a reduction in ASB [antisocial behaviour] in the Kelston area.”
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Artist to share her watercolour skills Compton Dando Art Group will not be holding a monthly open demonstration in February but will instead be hosting its first demo of 2016 on Wednesday, March 9, when well-known artist Fiona Peart will be sharing her skills as she works on a watercolour entitled Plain Air. Meanwhile, the group is looking forward to another year of painting together and this will be the 11th year the group have met at Compton Dando. Organiser Sonia Priest said: “Demonstrations have been arranged throughout the year and this summer, if the weather is better than last year, it is hoped that the group may be able to paint in the countryside around Compton Dando.” Last year ended on a high for the group, as they raised £1,020 for Dorothy House thanks to a preview and art exhibition with cream teas in the village hall. For further information about the art group and future demonstrations, call Mrs Priest on 01761 490551. RA
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Fundraisers sleep out at church in aid of veterans A charity is inviting residents to wrap up warm and spend the night sleeping in St John’s Church in Keynsham to support its work with homeless veterans. The historic church is hosting Bristol Homes for Veterans’ BIG Sleep on March 11, which aims to raise funds to support the charity’s 24 homes across the South West and Wales, which can accommodate around 130 people at a time. Homes for Veterans is an initiative from the charity Alabaré, which works with a range of vulnerable people and identified the need for a service specifically designed for veterans. Nancy Filmore, community fundraiser for Bristol and South Gloucestershire, said: “We are a relatively new charity in Bristol but have been humbled by people’s generosity and passion for our cause so we are really hoping that the people of Bristol
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January gave us all four seasons, almost in one day. We registered -6°C one night, 15°C one afternoon, 55mm of rainfall in three days and some startling winds which rattled the trellis. Working from the side path I have rescued and repaired some timbers and only require one long piece – which I know will not fit into my car! I remember several years ago
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discovering that the official bird nesting period is from March 1 to July 31, so hedge-trimming needs to be done before the end of this month. During a warm, dry spell last month I managed to trim one long box hedge so I only have a small box and a viburnum to deal with. The yellow winter jasmine has been cut back to get at the trellis, so only a trim is needed. The grass has shown a great tendency to grow but mowing is still some way off. Snowdrops have just become visible as tiny white spears in the last few days. The daffodils are almost ready to burst, and primroses and primulas are in bloom. We have a clematis Freckles, which has had lovely flowers since December. The variegated euonymus and Elaeagnus pungens show their yellow and green leaves very well
and light up when the sun shines. I am pleased to see buds on the camellia; I have fed it twice a month for three months so I am hoping for a good display. Cyclamen had a rough time in the frost, but under the dead leaves new growth is showing. What of February? One job I try to do on a dry day is to patrol the borders with a small fork, and ease out any perennial weeds, and evening primroses which have seeded in the wrong place. Another job is to get the stiff broom and brush over all the hard standing. This removes all the wet leaves and slime left from the wet weather. It also warms me up at the start of the morning. Provided there is no chance of a hard frost, I shall prune the roses towards the end of the month. A heel of a boot will firm
up the soil around any loose roots, and any crossing, diseased or weak growth can be cut off. Buddleia can be reduced to keep a good shape. I have made a determined attack on a line of shrubs against a low fence. Mahonia, hypericum Hidcote, snowberry bush and pyracanthus seem to grow when I am not looking. Now they are tidy. My favourite job is pruning the Wisteria sinensis, which I cut back at the end of February or beginning of March. I choose a fine morning with a little sun on me, and not in my eyes. I have to make a serious cut on one major branch, which will leave a gap. I will try to train spurs into the gaps. Finally, the grass will need cutting before long so get the mower serviced, clean and oil the metal tools, and you will enjoy the garden when spring arrives.
or tunnels will achieve the same result. This year I am going to extend the use of raised beds on my plot. Growing vegetables in raised beds has some advantages: l Drainage is improved but beware – the soil can dry out quicker in a summer dry spell so water if needed. l Drier soil will also warm up quicker and allow earlier seed sowings. l Good quality soil can be introduced and can be matched to the vegetable you intend to grow. The soil on my plot is very stony so growing root vegetables is troublesome. Using sieved soil in the raised beds can reduce the problem.
l Access to the crops is made easier, especially if you create paths around on four sides. This can be particularly helpful where mobility problems exist. Raised beds can be made of timber or masonry materials. It’s a good way of recycling so keep an eye out for useful items being thrown away. Don’t make the beds too big as the main objective is to reach your crops from all sides without the need to walk on them. If using timber, modern treatments can be safely applied to the wood but adding a liner of polythene before filling with soil will help the timber last longer. Make sure the sides are secure by adding pegs that have been sunk well into the ground
then fix them to the wood sides before filling. Also incorporate well-rotted manure or compost and mix this with soil as it is being added. If you are making a raised bed where there was once a lawn then bury the removed turf upside down at the bottom of the bed before filling. If your budget allows then good quality top soil can be purchased but still add some organic matter as well. Finally, if making a number of raised beds, ensure there is space between them for safe access. For walking between them you need at least 12 inches but if you plan to use a wheelbarrow increase this to 18 inches.
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Keynsham & Saltford Local History Society The Agricultural Revolution
The society’s January meeting heard a fascinating account of the Agricultural Revolution that took place in the 18th and 19th centuries. Jim Pimpernell explained that while we have all heard of the Industrial Revolution, the accompanying changes in farming are not widely known. Yet, without the increased output from new technology, better crop rotation, land drainage and so on the country could not have supplied enough food for the workers in industrial areas. Neither would those workers have been able to move from the countryside to the new mills and factories. It was an evening that gave us plenty to think about!
Chandag – what’s in a name?
A sizeable portion of Keynsham is made up of “Chandag Estate”,
but the origin of the name appears to have been lost. There is a story that it comes from a lady who worked as a missionary in Chandag in India or China and when she returned to Keynsham, she named her house after it. This then became attached to the surrounding area. Is there any truth in this? There was a leper asylum at a place of this name in India but who brought it to Keynsham? If you can add flesh to the bones of this story or you know a different origin of the name, please get in touch with the society. You can ring Richard Dyson on 0117 9864453 or email info@keysalthist.org.uk
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At our last meeting the society displayed two paintings recently gifted to them by a Keynsham resident. The one shown is by the late Walter Gilliard, who
painted many scenes of the town and had some reproduced as Christmas cards. This shows the County Bridge on the Willsbridge Road, and is dated 1949.
The other scene, in a very different style, was painted by his son Claude and showed the rear of Exon’s Dairy in the High Street. It is good to know that these original artworks will be kept in the town and available for future generations to enjoy.
Coming soon – The World of Wolf Hall
This month’s talk, by former television producer Keith Sheather, is a biographical tale
of a man who worked his way up the bureaucratic ladder of Tudor England to become one of the country's richest landowners. Sir Ralph Sadleir had a local connection, as his estates included the whole of Stoke Bishop, Westbury and Henbury in Bristol. Remarkably, despite being at the heart of Tudor politics for four reigns, he kept his head! If you have seen or read Wolf Hall, you will have come across him, under the name Rafe Sadler. Our speaker has spent a lot of time teasing out the details of his subject, whom he describes as living in the shadows of history. It promises to be a good story. The meeting starts at 7.30pm on Monday, February 15, at St Dunstan’s Catholic Church Hall on Bristol Road. Visitors are welcome. For details of the society’s full talks programme, visit www.keysalthist.org.uk.
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‘Mr Music’ brings new choir to town A man known across Bath and North East Somerset for getting hundreds of people singing through his charity is now launching a new choir in Keynsham. Grenville Jones is the founder of Goldies, which runs around 150 singalong sessions for older people across the country, including several in Keynsham. Now retired people who like to sing are being invited to join another of Grenville’s musical projects, a daytime, no-audition choir called the Good Afternoon Choir. The initiative, which has seen around 250 people join groups across Bath and North East Somerset and Devizes, is launching in Keynsham on March 16 at Keynsham Methodist Church, where the choir will meet on Wednesdays from 2-4pm. Grenville said everyone is welcome to come along to find out more and added: “We sing all sorts of music – from folk songs
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Council ‘delighted’ to support Dial-a-Ride
A community transport service has been given a helping hand to make journeys better for its passengers in wheelchairs. Saltford Parish Council has given a grant of £500 to Keynsham and District Dial-a-Ride to fund wheelchair and mobility restraints for its minibuses. Dial-a-Ride serves more than 100 people in Saltford and volunteer driver and Saltford resident Bleddyn Phillips applied for the grant on behalf of the charity. Chair of the council, Councillor Duncan Hounsell, said: “Dial-a-Ride is a door-to-door, fully accessible minibus service for those who cannot use conventional public transport. People in Saltford use this service for shopping, attending appointments, visiting friends. It helps Saltford people take an active part in community life who would otherwise struggle. The parish council was delighted to support Dial-aRide in this practical way.”
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The captain of Saltford Golf Club’s ladies’ section is hosting a fundraising event to support medical research into conditions that affect children and all are welcome. The section raises money every year for a nominated charity and Rosie Thompson, right, has selected Sparks to benefit during her tenure in
2016. Now members of the community are being invited to help support the cause by attending the sections’ Annual Charity Coffee Morning at the golf club on Thursday, February 25, from 10am to noon. The event has been running
for a number of years and visitors will be able to browse a variety of stalls, including “as new” clothing, books, cakes, tombola, plants, toys and more, as well as a grand raffle. Rosie said: “I’m delighted to be able to invite you as Ladies Captain to the event and hope you and your friends will be able to come and join us on the morning.” Admission is £1 and includes a cup of coffee and biscuits.
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A Saltford B&B is celebrating two All welcome and look forward to seeing you on the awards thanks to dozens of satisday fied customers. Visitors’ consistently high praise for Kendall Guest House, in Bath Road, has resulted in recognition from two well-known travel websites. Tripadvisor has awarded the B&B a Certificate of Excellence while Laterooms.com users’ reviews have made it the second highest rated B&B in the
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Get into the swing at driving range For anyone who has ever thought about giving golf a go, the perfect opportunity has arrived at Saltford Golf Club. A brand new, fully covered, floodlit driving range has just opened, giving everyone from novices to seasoned players the chance to get into the swing of the sport in 2016. It’s the perfect introduction to taking up golf, with range membership available for just £10 for a whole year, lessons from £10 and discounted driving range balls from £2. Another benefit of range membership is a 10 per cent discount on food and drink in the clubhouse bar, where you’ll enjoy views over the 17th and 18th holes and get a real taste of what Saltford Golf Club has to offer. The club, on Golf Course Lane, was founded in 1904 and its 18-hole course is set in woodland, with the undulating greens and tree-lined fairways providing plenty of
challenges for every player. Golfers also benefit from a pro shop, putting green, chipping green and indoor and outdoor practice areas, as well as the clubhouse where facilities include a bar, patio area, Sky Sports, a full-size snooker table and a separate restaurant. Food is overseen by Gemma and Dan Hayward of Hayward’s Kitchen, who provide everything from classic fish and chips to elegant afternoon teas and catering
packages for weddings and events held at the clubhouse. The club has thriving sections for golfers of all ages, with Dave Phillips overseeing the junior section, which provides lessons for beginners as well as a full course for more competent players. Junior club nights for young players of all abilities will be starting on Easter Sunday. The adult section, under 2016 Captain Matt Baker, enjoys a packed programme of
competitions throughout the year open to all members, as well as social occasions and fundraising events, from barbecues to balls, night golf and the popular AM AM competition, which is returning on June 24. A spokesperson for the club said: “Becoming a member of our driving range is the perfect first step into a rewarding and challenging sport in which you never stop improving your skills and which has a fantastic social side and is open to men, women, seniors and juniors. “You can take lessons from our pro, practice at a time that suits you as the range is open until 9pm each night, take group lessons with friends – and if you get the golfing bug you can join Saltford Golf Club and play this fantastic course.” To find out more about becoming a driving range member or any of Saltford Golf Club’s facilities or membership packages, call 01225 873513 or visit www.saltfordgolfclub.co.uk.
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Pen to Paper with Keynsham Creative Writers time went by. Who am I? I am sister of three.
from small to tall I was there. I was the eldest of my sisters, strong and tall. I care for three. I was their confidant, and their friend, consoled and wiped their tears away, for I am sister of three I was the story-teller and the games master, playing cards and guessing games, for I am sister of three. my role as the eldest was to look after them, to tend their cuts and bruises. like a lighthouse keeper I watched with a vigilant eye. for I am sister of three
make-up, hair, fashion, music, teenage days passed. now married with children of their own. still I look after my sisters three I am attached to them with an invisible cord. my heart is filled with love and care, as always will be. I am Elaine sister to three Elaine Voisey
l Keynsham Creative Writers meet at Keynsham Library on the second and fourth Monday of the month and new members are always welcome.
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Polar bears give Big Ted’s appeal a boost A wintry display featuring polar bears helped a local garden centre raise more than £600 to support patients at Bath’s Royal United Hospital and their families. Staff at Fonthill Garden Centre, in Bitton, created the eye-catching festive feature and invited customers to donate to The Forever Friends Appeal Cancer Care Campaign. Luke Gotts, assistant manager at the garden centre recently
presented a cheque for £620 to the appeal’s mascot Big Ted and said: “Each year we try to have a bit of fun with the displays we create, and this year was no exception. The polar bears relaxing by the waterfall delighted customers – we are already being asked what the theme will be for next year.” The appeal aims to raise £8.5 million towards a new cancer centre at the RUH. Visit www. foreverfriendsappeal.co.uk.
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with Judith Thomas from Keynsham Library February 8 is Chinese New Year – Year of the Monkey. So here are some Chinese-themed books to inspire...
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l Chinese Cookery – A Comprehensive Guide by Ken Hom (25th anniversary edition) From the master of Chinese cook books this book is packed with indispensable information on equipment, presentation and techniques. The introduction offers a thorough guide to ingredients such as bean curd, oils and noodles, followed by good wok advice. The recipes range from the old favourites such as cashew chicken and Sichuan prawns in chilli sauce to more interesting meals such as deep-fried green beans and Buddhist casserole. All in easy-to-follow steps with great photos. A mouth-watering treat and a great opportunity to grab a wok from the cupboard to give Chinese cookery a go.
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l Wild Swans – Three Daughters of China by Jung Chang A modern classic, Wild Swans explores the stories of three generations of women against the background of key events in China’s history. The book begins with the author’s grandmother, who from the age of two had bound feet and was “given” to a high-ranking warlord in her late teens. Upon his death, when she was 24, she
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Reviewed by Debbie Bellinger, Library Assistant, Keynsham Library l Monkey Puzzle by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler A board book and picture book for young children from the author of The Gruffalo and The Stick Man. This is a bubbly, heartwarming story of a little monkey that is looking for his mum. He is helped by his friend, the slightly dippy Butterfly. She tries her hardest to find his mum but all her efforts end in hilarious consequences. Your young child will love reading this with you and they will very quickly guess the next animal candidate for the Monkey Mum! Each time the Butterfly gets it wrong your child will guess why. It’s a very funny book, that shows a child how family is special and although we are different sometimes we have things in common. It is also a great book for expressing
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how friends try to help, but not always in a helpful way! A book that will celebrate the Chinese Year of the Monkey! l The Giant Panda Party by Gill Arbuthnott and Joanne Nethercott Sunshine, the grumpy panda, is sure everyone has forgotten his birthday. But his best friend, the enterprising Sweetie, hasn’t and she is determined to provide a birthday surprise. She sneaks around the zoo asking the other animals whether they can sing. The lion roars, the python hisses and the chimps say “oo oo oo”! Will Sunshine get a giant birthday surprise? Read the book and see!
Pandas are known as shy creatures. Not in this fun children’s book. Its lovely illustrations and exciting sound effects make for fun book sharing. What I love about this book is that even though it is aimed at young readers, the author isn’t shy about introducing vocabulary like “exceptional”, “sensational”, “lovely” and “marvellous”. This gives this story richness.
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l National Libraries Day – February 6, 2016 At 11am across all the libraries in the UK, there will be a reading of
the delightful story The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson. Come along and hear the tale of the mouse in the deep, dark wood! Followed by a craft activity with finger puppets and masks. Remember, Saltford Library is now open on a Saturday between 9.30am and 1pm and will also be taking part in National Libraries Day. l Bath Literature Festival From February 26 to March 6, Bath Literature Festival will be taking place at venues across the area. On February 11, Keynsham Library will hold a Big Bath Read 2016 – Claire Fuller’s: Our Endless Numbered Days. Join in and be part of the Big Bath Read 2016 with a free book group. To take part, collect your book group ticket and a copy of the book from Keynsham Library. Then see the author discussing her book during the festival (ticket price for this event is £5/£3). l Baby Bounce & Rhyme The library holds Baby Bounce and Rhyme Time sessions every Tuesday. These are free sessions that take place in the children’s section of the library and are led by experienced volunteers. These ever-popular sessions are a great way for mums and dads to meet other parents and are suitable for 0-3-year-olds. We run two sessions; these are every Tuesday from 1010.30am and then 11-11.30am. l Storytime Every Thursday at 10.30am there is a Storytime session aimed at under-threes and their parents and carers in the children’s section of the library.
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Residents can meet MP Jacob Rees-Mogg at a series of constituent surgeries over the coming months. This month, the North East Somerset MP will be in Saltford from 2.30-4.30pm on February 6 and Keynsham from 10.30am12.30pm on February 19. He will visit Keynsham again on March 5 from 10.30am12.30pm and then Saltford on April 16 from 10.30am-12.30pm and Keynsham on April 30 from 10.30am-12.30pm. Call Margaret on 0117 987 2313 or email margaret@north eastsomersetconservatives.co.uk to make an appointment.
with Ken Plant, a Reader at St Mary’s Saltford What do you think of this statement? “Animals are not self-aware and therefore cannot make choices; they are automata and simply react to changes in their surroundings.” I guess you are as irritated by reading it as I am by writing it! It is the gist and significance of a statement made in the first half of the 17th century by Rene Descartes. It was accepted as fact by academics and went on to blight research into animal behaviour for the next 300 years, despite there being barely a shred of evidence to justify it. Anyone who challenged or questioned this understanding of animals was treated as an outsider, a romantic, not a real scientist at all. The argument of the established position was, in a nutshell, animals can’t think so any evidence that suggests
they can must be interpreted in some other way. As a biologist myself, I feel deeply embarrassed that my colleagues could have been so prejudiced and so unscientific for so long. Having said that, this unfortunate episode did emphasise two important points.... that we have no idea what goes on in another person’s head, let alone an animal’s, and that we should not attribute human qualities to animals. We should not “anthropomorphise” them, to use science-speak! The word anthropomorphise is an interesting word. It had its beginnings in religious circles, meaning to talk or think about God as possessing human qualities and trying to explain God in human terms. We all know where that can
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lead. It can lead to talking about God as “the big guy in the sky” and to some folk saying they cannot accept the idea of a god when the actual idea they are rejecting is one they have invented in their own imagination by anthropomorphising him/her. As a Christian, I believe that God chose to join us here in our humanity in that man, Jesus, and by doing so, enabled us to see what God is like in ways we can begin to understand and relate to. Reading the Gospels makes it unnecessary for us to anthropomorphise him. To return to the animals. Have you seen the YouTube clip of an orangutan watching a conjuring trick? If not, I recommend it. He believes the evidence of his own eyes, even when it’s not what he expects!
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Top honour for stonemason Paul’s work and dedication to his craft A stonemason from Keynsham who has worked on some of the country’s most treasured landmarks – and once met the Queen by falling from a lorry – is being honoured for his dedication to his craft. Bath College stonemasonry lecturer Paul Maggs will be presented with The Master Craftsman’s Certificate by The Worshipful Company of Masons next month. Paul, 58, followed in both his grandfather and father’s footsteps when he began training with G Williams and Sons in Bath as a teenager. After an apprenticeship at the City of Bath Technical College, he went on to work at Wells Cathedral. With a career that spans 42 years, Paul has worked on many restoration projects, including the Swallow Royal Hotel in Bristol (now Marriott Royal), Swindon Town Hall and Windsor Castle Round Tower.
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n Wrestling Spectacular at Saltford Hall, Wedmore Road, doors 6.30pm for 7pm start. Adult tickets £10 in advance or £12 on the door, up to two children free with a paying adult.
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n Keynsham Wombles’ Lock Keeper Litter Pick, 2-4pm, meeting at the Lock Keeper gravel car park. Come and help if you can. Email womble@ transitionkeynsham.org.
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n St Keyna Townswomen’s Guild’s February speaker is Mr E Drewett, who will be giving a talk on The Magic Migration of Birds of Prey. The group meets at the Fear Hall, Keynsham High Street, 9.45-11.45am. Guests and new members welcome. Follow the group on Twitter @KeynaTG.
February 11
n Bath Literature Festival brings the Big Bath Read to Keynsham Library. A book group will meet from 3-4pm to discuss Claire Fuller’s novel Our Endless Numbered Days. Entry is free, although tickets, which include a free copy of the book, must be booked through Bath Box Office on 01225 463362 or at Keynsham Library. Find out more at http://bathfestivals.org.uk/ literature/big-bath-read/. n Live music with Really the Blues at Grounded, Keynsham High Street, 7.30pm. Juke-joint blues from Moses T Jones (harmonica player with the Mestizo Blues Collective) and Mick Clark (jazz/blues guitarist in Magic Robot).
February 12
n Avon Wildlife Trust, Keynsham Group hosts a talk on Bennetts Patch & White’s Paddock Nature Reserve by Julie Doherty of Avon Wildlife Trust. The event takes place from 7.30-9pm at the Baptist Church Hall, Keynsham High Street. Adults £2.50, under16s £1. Refreshments available and a bring and buy book stall.
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n Keynsham Farmers’ Market, 9am-1pm, at Market Walk, offering a wide range of local products. Visit www. somersetfarmersmarkets.co.uk for more information. n Valentine Barn Dance at Saltford Hall, 7.30-11pm. Tickets £7.50 for adults and £4 for children. Cowboy supper, licensed bar, raffle and a prize for the “best Valentine couple”. In aid of Keynsham and District Twinning Association. Tickets from 0117 986 5350 or 07733 102741, or email carole. duckett@caduce.plus.com or annemay@yahoo.co.uk.
February 15
n The Annual 3 Villages Coffee Morning in aid of local cancer charities will be held at Saltford Hall, Wedmore Road, 10.1511.30am. Coffee and biscuits £1. Soft drinks for children and an activity table. Cakes, bric a brac and raffle. n “Have a go” craft day at Compton Dando Village Hall, 10am-4pm. Bring your own project or learn a new skill. Entry £5, which includes lunch. For further information, call Harriette Dottridge on 01761 490445 or email hdottridge@hotmail.com. n Free cartooning workshop with Jenny Drew and launch of her new book Cartooning Teen Stories at Keynsham Community Space, 3-4pm. Therapists, teachers, social workers and parents are invited to learn how to use cartooning as a therapeutic tool with young people. Book by emailing bath_ library@bathnes.gov.uk or call 01225 394041. n Keynsham & Saltford Local History Society hosts a talk by former television producer Keith Sheather, which will transport his audience into the world of Wolf Hall – or Tudor Britain. Entitled “Sir Ralph Sadler, or how to survive the Tudors without losing your head”, it begins at 7.30pm at St Dunstan’s Catholic Church Hall, Bristol Road. Free
to members, visitors welcome, admission £3.
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n Join Keynsham Walkers Are Welcome group for a three-hour walk with refreshment stop around High Littleton. Catch the bus from Keynsham High Street at 11am and return at around 4pm. See Page 30 for full details.
February 21
n Grand Flea Market at Saltford Hall in aid of funds for Saltford Community Association, 10am1pm. Plenty of stalls selling a large variety of goods, including household items, garage and attic clearance, collectables, vintage and crafts. The popular cafe will be open selling bacon butties. For further information or to reserve a table, please phone Angela on 0117 983 1314.
February 25
n Coffee morning at Saltford Golf Club in aid of children’s medical research charity Sparks, 10am1pm. See Page 40 for full details.
February 26
n Charity quiz night at Saltford Hall, Wedmore Road, 7pm for 7.30pm start. Teams of up to six people, £7 per ticket, which includes a half-time ploughman’s supper. Hosted by Keynsham Lions Club and tickets can be booked via members Peter Dando on 01225 875917 or Harry Smith on 0117 960 9446.
February 27
n Author Claire Fuller discusses her award-winning novel Our Endless Numbered Days, the Bath Big Read book, with Bath Literature Festival artistic director Viv Groskop, 2-3pm. Tickets £5/£3 from http://bathfestivals. org.uk/literature or call Bath Box Office on 01225 463362.
February 28
n Antiques and collectors’ fair from 10am-3pm at Saltford Hall, with refreshments from the cafe.
March 1
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the first Tuesday of the month. The speaker is Jerry Dicker, whose talk is called “Naked Tree Spotter”. New members welcome. For details call Jenny on 0117 986 8331. n Keynsham and Saltford Gardeners’ Association meets at the Fear Hall in Keynsham High Street at 2pm to hear a talk on iris and summer-flowering bulbs by Don Everitt. Contact Betty Weeks on 0117 932 4045 for more information.
March 3
n The annual soup and cheese lunch in aid of Christian Aid will be held in Saltford Hall, Wedmore Road, noon until 2pm. There will be homemade soups, cheeses, paté, breads and many other side dishes, as well as a raffle. Come along and bring your friends! Pay on the door – donations of £6.50. n Keynsham Film Works screens Pride (15), set in 1984 when Margaret Thatcher was in power and the miners were on strike. A group of gay and lesbian activists decide to raise money to support miners’ families and set off for a Welsh village. Screenings are held at The Space in Keynsham Civic Centre, doors 7.15pm for 7.45pm start. Non-members £5. Visit keynshamfilmworks.co.uk.
March 5
n Free beginners’ family history course run by Bath Record Office. The session takes place at Keynsham Community Space and can be booked on 01225 477421 or email archives@ bathnes.gov.uk. n Live music with The Sam Evans Band and support at Keynsham Community Space, doors 7.30pm, concert 8pm.
What’s on locally on a regular basis Monday
n Badminton. Come and join a friendly, mixed adult group, young and old, who play badminton from 10 until noon at Keynsham Leisure Centre, £2.40 per person. Just come along and have some fun. n Keynsham Lions Club meets on the second and fourth Monday of each month at the Fry Club. The group undertakes fundraising for various causes locally, nationally and
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n Keynsham & Saltford Local History Society holds an illustrated talk on a topic of local interest at 7.30pm on the third Monday of each month from October to April. The venue is St Dunstan’s Catholic Church Hall, Bristol Road, Keynsham. Admission is free if you join the society or £3 for visitors. 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 for details. n Art classes on alternate Mondays, from 10am-noon. Fear Hall lounge, Keynsham. £5.50 per session. Friendly, encouraging and experienced teacher. Varied subjects and flexibility regarding media, including watercolours, pastels, charcoal, pen and ink and acrylics. Classes also available on Tuesdays and Fridays in High Littleton. Contact 07784 839781. n Keynsham Wellbeing Walks with Age UK B&NES and Sirona Care & Health take place every Monday morning in Keynsham. To take part, call 01225 831852 or email healthylifestyleservice@ sirona-cic.org.uk. n Short mat bowls! Learn to play with a really friendly mixed group at Fear Hall, High Street, Keynsham on Mondays 1.304pm until mid-May. Everyone welcome, free trial. Ring Clive on 01179866793 or just turn up. n Our woodworking group is an informal group of mostly retired people with a common interest in woodworking. We meet every Monday evening during term time at Wellsway School from 4-7.30pm. If you have a personal project or just want to give it a go or to develop your skills with help from colleagues, new members are welcome. Call Neil Langstaff on 0117 983 2903 or John White on 0117 986 9274. n Keynsham Knit’n’Natter Group meets at The Ship Inn, Temple Street, from 2-3.30pm. n Keynsham Bridge Club is a
friendly local club which meets every Monday evening, 7pm, at the Fear Hall, High Street, Keynsham. We play Duplicate Bridge in a relaxed and friendly environment, and would welcome new members who have just learned to play bridge, and others looking to improve their skills and enjoy an evening of bridge. Contact Pauline or Robert on 0117 9858495. 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. Call Jenny for 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. Occasional speakers, social events and outings. Come and meet new friends. n Key Voices, Keynsham’s friendly community singing group, is meeting at a new venue – St Dunstan’s Church, Bristol Road. New members always welcome, rehearsals start at 7.30pm, £4.50 per session. Choir leaders are Rosie Cook and Ben Collings, both ex-music students from Bath Spa University. Call Roy on 0117 949 8587 for details. n Keynsham Writing Group meets in the library 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. Call Pat on 0117 986 4722. 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 along and join us, we are a very friendly club. Call Margaret on 0117 986 5559.
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n Have fun! Meet people! Keep fit! Social badminton club Tuesday mornings. Keynsham. Beginners only. Ages 18 to 80+. For details, ring Clive on 0117 986 6793.
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n We’re here to help – FREE support to help you quit smoking or vaping with Sirona Care and Health. Drop in 2-4 pm at Keynsham Health Centre. 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 go 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 Fry Club foyer, Somerdale, Keynsham. 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 for more details. n St John’s Toddler Group meets every Tuesday and Thursday during term-time from 9.4511.30am 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 Claire Lowe on 0117 329 6474. n Line dance class, at The Fry Club, Carter Room, 7-8pm for complete beginners, 8.159.45pm for beginners. Entry £3.50, all welcome, just turn up or call Jacqi on 0117 373 0720 or 07974 120184 or Lyn on 0117 956 9548 for details. n Fitness class at the Fear Hall, Keynsham High Street, 10-11am. Sessions £4 as you go, featuring aerobics, resistance bands and boxercise, all welcome. Call Nick Dewfall on 07411 013526 or email nickdewfall@aol.com. 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
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01761 414034 or email judy@ swallowcharity.org. n Wellsway Ladies’ Badminton Club, 7.30-9.30pm at Keynsham Leisure Centre. For details, call Jenny on 0117 986 8331. n Boogie Nights at St John’s Church Hall, Keynsham. Dance class and social evening for people with learning disabilities, 7-9pm, £7 per class (soft drinks and snacks provided). Please contact the Swallow office to book on 01761 414034 or email judy@swallowcharity.org. n KOPS is Keynsham Older People’s Social Group. This friendly group of local older people meet on the first Tuesday of the month at Community@67, Queens Road, Keynsham at 2pm. The group is free to join but members usually bring along a small item for the raffle table. New members welcome, call Paula on 01225 484510 or Phyllis on 0117 986 8623. n Residents’ Fellowship Association, based at Hawthorn Meeting Room in Carpenters Lane, 2-4pm. Different activities, such as luncheon, quiz, games, including darts, and a committee meeting. On Thursday afternoon we do crafts and we have a community garden. Contact Jim Lingard on 0117 986 1551 for details. 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 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 0117 986 2819/0117 986 4014. l Continued on Page 48
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n Maths @67, a small afterschool fun maths club for Years 5 and 6 runs on Wednesdays in term time, 4-5pm at Community@67. Call Sheila Crocombe on 0117 986 3961.
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experience needed, but we are a group of 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, 7pm, at the Wick Close Community Centre, Saltford. Demonstrations and speakers as well as the chance to learn the art of sugarcrafting and display your own work. Contact Gillian Orley on 0117 986 3864.
n St Keyna Probus is a lunch club for retired professional and business men, which meets on the third Wednesday of each month at the Grasmere Hotel. For more information, ring John Crocombe on 0117 986 3961.
n The Community@67 Book Club meets on the second Wednesday of each month from 7-9pm. Anyone interested can ring 0772 762 6794 or just come along. The club meets at 67 Queens Road, Keynsham.
n We’re here to help – FREE support to help you quit smoking or vaping with Sirona Care and Health. Drop in 5-7pm at Keynsham Health Centre.
n Community@67 Scrabble Club meets on Wednesday of each week from 2-4pm. New members welcome, ring 0773 774 2300 or come along. Meets at 67 Queens Road, Keynsham.
n Baby Comes Too meets every Wednesday afternoon, in term time, from 1.30pm to 3pm 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. Cost £1 per family per week. Please join us, the first session is free! See website www. babycomestoo.btck.co.uk. n Baby and Toddler Sing and Sign, 9.30am or 10am start. Contact Sandhya for more details on 07789 880415 or email purpleyoga30@gmail.com. Facebook: Keynsham Toddler and Baby group. n Badminton, 10am-noon. Very friendly ladies’ badminton club. Every Wednesday at Keynsham Leisure Centre, 10am to noon. Previous
n ChoirJam, Keynsham’s fun pop choir, meets 11am-12.30pm during term-time at Fear Hall, Keynsham. Call Emma Hutchinson on 07793 983040 or visit www.choirjam.co.uk.
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01225 872304 for more information. n The Painting for Pleasure Club is a friendly group of mixed abilities painting in mixed styles. We meet from 2-4pm at Saltford Hall. Anyone interested in joining will be made very welcome. Call 01225 873773 in the evening. n St John’s Toddler Group meets every Tuesday and Thursday during term-time between 9.45am and 11.30am in St John’s Church Hall, Keynsham. Children 0-4 years can come and play with a wide range of toys and take part in craft activities and singing every week. Refreshments included. All welcome – first session free. Contact Claire Lowe on 0117 329 6474. n Integral Hatha Yoga focused on beginners 6.05-6.55pm; beginners/improvers 7-8.30pm. St Francis Hall, Warwick Road, Keynsham. Yogakeynsham@ gmail.com, www.yogakeynsham. webs.com, www.twitter.com/ yogakeynsham or call Sandhya on 07789 880415. n Somerset Morris Dancers meet 8-10pm at Marksbury Village Hall. We are a ladies’ side and dance West Country Stave Dances and Cotswold Morris. Come and learn the art of morris dancing. New musicians always welcome, male and female, at 7.30pm. Call Wendy on 01761 472192.
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n Open mic night at the Crown Inn, 63 Bristol Road, Keynsham, every Friday night. Free entry and performances from Mark Venus.
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 Avon Wildlife Trust Keynsham Group, Winter Talks on the second Friday of each month between October and April, 7.309.30pm at the Baptist Church Hall, High Street, Keynsham BS31 1DS. Adults £2.50, under 16s £1. Members and nonmembers of AWT welcome. Refreshments and bring and buy book stall.
n Saltford Sewing Group for clothes sewers of all ages and skills, sharing ideas and techniques and creating classic and unique garments for adults and children. Group is held on Thursday afternoons with no charge. Contact June on
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
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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. n Badminton. Join a very friendly mixed group who meet every Friday to play from 10am-noon at Keynsham Leisure Centre. All are welcome, regardless of ability. Just turn up or ring Clive on 0117 986 6793. n Fancy learning ballroom, Latin and old-time dancing? Come and have fun at Terry’s Dance School. Adult lessons on a Tuesday and Friday evening at the Key Centre. Call Terry on 0117 932 3071.
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n Children’s ballroom, Latin and old time dance classes, Saturday mornings on the top floor of the Key Centre, Keynsham. Contact Terry for more details on 0117 932 3071. n Mindfulness short walk in Keynsham Park, first Saturday of the month, meet Keynsham Band Stand. By donation. Visit www.yogakeynsham.webs.com or call 07789 880415. 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. n Keynsham has a community veg plot to share. Anyone who would like to grow vegetables but doesn’t know how, doesn’t have a garden or just loves gardening and wants to meet other like-minded people can come along to the plot from 10.30am on the first Saturday of the month. You’ll find us behind the cafe in Keynsham Memorial Park. Call Aileen on 07854 149008. n Fancy learning ballroom, Latin and old time dancing? Terry’s Dance School offers lessons for young people at the Key Centre. Call 0117 932 3071. 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. Twitter @keynshamwltdo.
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Offered to the market with no onward chain is this very well presented detached bungalow located in an elevated spot within Compton Dando. Situated in this quiet cul-de-sac the property benefits beautiful views of the village and the surrounding countryside. Internally the property is accessed via an entrance porch and size-able hallway where a lounge / diner, a kitchen / breakfast room, utility room, family bathroom and three double bedrooms (the master with a dressing room and en-suite shower facilities) can be found. Externally, mature gardens to both the front and rear aspects, a driveway providing off street parking for multiple vehicles and a detached double garage can be found.
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£345,000
Sitting proudly within a substantial plot, ‘The Pump House’ has been sympathetically upgraded and extended in recent years. Offered for sale with no onward chain, this three bedroom end of terrace property now boasts spacious ground floor living, the center piece being a fantastic open plan kitchen. Internally the property comprises an entrance hallway, a lounge, the large kitchen / diner, a rear lobby, utility room and family room overlooking the gardens. To the first floor can be found three bedrooms and a bathroom. Externally, sunny mature gardens can be found to the front, rear and side aspects whilst a detached garage and driveway
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A well presented family home offered to the market in excellent decorative order. In brief the property comprises an entrance hallway, a spacious lounge, kitchen / diner, complete with modern fitted units and a conservatory. To the first floor can be found three bedrooms and a bathroom. Further benefits include recently replaced double glazed windows and a new combination boiler. Externally a courtyard style garden and a garage located in a nearby block can be found. An internal viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the accommodation on offer with this popular style of home within Keynsham.
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Exciting opportunity to purchase a newly constructed 4 bed detached home with double garage. Excellent location within new Somerdale development. EPC awaited.
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Keynsham return to winning ways by Rob Breckon Keynsham Rugby quickly got back to winning ways with an impressive bonus point victory over Cheltenham on January 23. Final score 29-12. Following the previous week’s disappointing defeat away at Chosen Hill, Keynsham entertained Cheltenham looking to make amends and get their league campaign back on track. Playing away from the club house, the hosts started strongly. A well-received kick return from winger Marlon Dorsett sliced through the Cheltenham defence, who passed inside to supporting centre James Hurrell-Smith. Taking the ball deep into the visitors’ half, Hurrell-Smith created a 2-on-1 releasing flanker Brad Newton to the try line except for him to lose it forwards as the try line beckoned. After 10 minutes, however, an overthrown line by the away team shortly after allowed lively scrum half John Pearce to gather the wayward throw, see off two
nearby defenders and score in the corner. 5-0. As the game entered the second quarter, a scrum on Cheltenham’s 10-metre line provided the back with front foot ball, with fly half Joe Davies stepping his opposite number to ghost through, create a 2-on-1 with the remaining fullback and release the supporting Hurrell-Smith to score Keynsham’s second try. 10-0. The tables were turned on Keynsham in the final 10 minutes of the first half with Cheltenham finding their feet and putting the home side’s defence under pressure. However, a consistent theme so far this season has been the amber and blacks’ solid defence and it was no different on this occasion. A missed penalty attempt was all Cheltenham had to show for their first half’s efforts. Half time score 10-0. The visitors had the wind with them in the second half. Both teams showed greater endeavour to play with the ball in hand
and it was Keynsham who again succeeded in making the most of their possession. With 50 minutes played, a clean break through the midfield took Keynsham close to their opponents’ try line and after three quick phases, front row forward Phil Harvey burrowed over to make it 15-0. Just five minutes later Cheltenham responded well, forcing Keynsham deep into their own 22. A flowing backs move shipped the ball out wide only for winger Gareth Bradnock to read the play and intercept the ball for a full pitch sprint to the try line, scoring in front of the home support under the posts and secure the bonus point, 22-0. With the scoreline looking very one-sided, Cheltenham responded in kind with a well taken restart and attack down the blindside to score their first try of the game. 22-5. With 10 minutes left to play and like a lot of the contest, the
Keynsham forwards experienced an ascendancy up front putting together a number of impactful mauls, working their way back towards the try line. A strong carry from centre Dave Fairless drew in the defence and the supporting Hayden Johnson linked up well to fend off the remaining tiring defenders to score Keynsham’s fourth try. 29-5. Cheltenham did have the last word, however, on the stroke of full time following a midfield break and offload provided their second try and final score of the game. Club captain Jack Weston said: “It was good to get back to winning ways and today’s bonus point victory helps to keep the gap between us and the teams nearest beneath us. “The boys played some great rugby on what was a heavy pitch and fair play to Cheltenham, who tested the team today.” l Keynsham drew 8-8 with Wellington on January 30, just before our deadline.
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Keynsham Town FC News from The Crown Field At the time of going to print, Keynsham Town’s First XI had recorded an incredible seven wins on the bounce to go jointtop of the Toolstation Western League Division One table. Boxing Day morning saw a bumper crowd of 135 witness a 2-0 home win in a local derby against Hengrove Athletic. The visitors were obviously wary of the Ks’ unbeaten home record and chances were few and far between in the first half. However, Keynsham’s superior fitness began to tell as the game moved into the last quarter and they took the lead on 67 minutes with a fine finish from centre-forward Pat Davison. As Hengrove pushed forward in search of an equaliser, they were caught on the break with five minutes remaining and Davison finished coolly to secure the points. The first game of 2016 saw a repeat of the home game at the end of November, with Keynsham Town unbelievably again coming from 2-0 down at half-time to beat Roman Glass St George away. The hosts took the lead on the half-hour with a strike from the edge of the box and doubled their advantage seven minutes later. After some fine saves by Ash Wintle, Keynsham finally hit their straps on the hour. Ben Harris’s free kick was helped in by the Roman Glass keeper. Then Pat Davison finished off two flowing moves on 66 and 74 minutes to put the Ks 3-2 up. The points were made safe in the 84th minute with the goal of the game by Tom Johnson, who beat three players before chipping the ball over the keeper. Another three-figure crowd saw their fine form continued the following Saturday as they again came from two goals down to thump Devizes Town 5-2 at Crown Fields. The visitors started well and took the lead after only six minutes. The Ks could not get going and a disastrous own goal by Nathan Curnock doubled the deficit on 25 minutes. However, the hosts started to build up some pressure and Tom Johnson
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Toolstation Western League Division One table on January 30 reduced the arrears 10 minutes before half-time. The second half saw Keynsham seize control in midfield, and it was no surprise when Pat Davison finished off a fine move on the hour to equalise. From then on there was only one winner as the Ks ripped Devizes apart with some scintillating football. Sam Duggan curled the ball in to make it 3-2, Ben Harris blasted a shot home from the edge of the box and then sub Jamie Noble finished with aplomb from another great attacking move. Next up was a pulsating derby clash at home to Oldland Abbotonians, with Keynsham running out 2-1 victors in front of a crowd of 135. The hosts took the lead on six minutes, with Ben Harris firing home a free-kick from the edge of the box. However, they were caught on the break two minutes later and after a couple of last-ditch clearances, Karim Rendell forced the ball home. The derby between fourth and fifth was living up to its pre-match billing, with feisty challenges and chances aplenty at both ends. However, the sides went in one apiece at the break. In the second half the decisive moment came on the hour. After a flowing move which started from keeper Ash Wintle, the ball found midfielder Sam Duggan 30 yards from goal; he looked up and curled a fantastic strike into the top corner, giv-
ing Oldland custodian Ben Reed no chance. There were plenty of scares for the Ks in the closing minutes, but they hung on to claim three more priceless points in their promotion battle. The Ks’ incredible run continued the following Tuesday night, as they overcame an Almondsbury UWE side 3-2 at Crown Fields. The visitors took advantage of a lethargic start by Keynsham to move into a shock 2-0 lead inside 10 minutes, thanks to some generous defending by the Ks. It took over half an hour for the hosts to start applying some pressure. Fullback Matthew Martin got to the byeline and whipped in a perfect cross for sub Tom Harris to head home with his first touch. After the break, Keynsham gradually became dominant as their superior fitness told, assisted by the visitors being reduced to 10 men on 55 minutes due to a straight red card. Tom Harris finished off a fine move to make it 2-2 on the hour mark and with 20 minutes to go, Ben Harris was felled in the box for a penalty. However, Keynsham’s penalty jinx struck yet again as Tom Harris’s spot kick hit the post, making it nine successive misses from 12 yards for the Ks. The crowd’s disappointment soon turned to joy though, when winger Aaron Childs turned his defender and unleashed a stunning drive from
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25 yards, giving the keeper no chance. Despite a few alarms, Keynsham clung on for a 3-2 victory. Manager Chris King said: “It was another proud day to be involved with Keynsham Town and it showed how far we have come since that first game of the season. A few players came and went early on, but importantly we kept hold of the right players and the mix of youth and experience is working well. “Our form over the last two to three months has been excellent and I put this down to all the hard work being done on and off the pitch by the management, players, committee and the rest of the volunteers at the club. We have some great people willing to help out with all the different jobs each week for the first team, reserves, thirds and U18s. The reopening of the tea hut has been a massive bonus and it makes it feel like a proper football ground again.” The club are also trying to involve their junior section on home match days. Secretary Julian French said: “They will be joining in with some of our prematch warm-up, there will be a penalty competition at half-time and they will choose their own Man of the Match. To date, teams from age 11 to 15 have helped out at home games and they seem to have had a whale of a time.” The Ks have four home fixtures in February as follows: l Saturday, February 6 Chipping Sodbury Town (Toolstation Western League) 3pm kick-off l Saturday, February 13 Warminster Town (Toolstation Western League) 3pm kick-off l Saturday, February 20 Barnstaple Town (League Cup 2nd Round) 3pm kick-off l Tuesday, February 23 Street (Somerset Premier Cup Quarter Final) 7.45pm kick-off Vice chairman Adrian Cole said: “These are heady times for Keynsham Town FC and we would really like to see as many local people as possible get behind our community football team’s promotion bid. “Apart from the obvious financial implications for the football club, the difference to the players in playing in front of noisy crowds in the hundreds is massive.”
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Club celebrating 40 years urges players to rediscover badminton As Broadlands Badminton Club enters its 40th year, new players are being invited to join and enjoy the anniversary celebrations. The established Badminton England-affiliated club is hoping to welcome new adult players in 2016 who want to improve their game and expand their skills and techniques, with new members being offered their first session free of charge throughout February. The club meets at Keynsham Leisure Centre on Thursday evenings from 7.30-10.30pm. Club treasurer Mark Ledbury said: “Our celebrations marking 40 years of badminton are a great opportunity for former players to get out their racquets and fall in love with the game all over again. “Broadlands is a friendly club of enthusiastic, experienced players with an eye on the local league – we would like to welcome some new keen players in 2016 to ensure the club continues for another 40 years!” People interested in playing at club level or who want to play league badminton are all encouraged to join. To find
Broadlands Badminton Club members Nick Norris, Debbie Norris, Debbie Fitzgerald and Mark Ledbury out more about Broadlands Badminton Club, visit www. broadlandsbc.co.uk or email broadlandsbc@gmail.com to arrange a visit.
Six-a-side league back for new winter season The new winter season is well under way for the players of the Football Mundial Keynsham 6-aSide League. The previous season, which ended at the start of January, saw 10 teams competing on the pitches at Wellsway School each week. After a two-horse race for much of the latter weeks of the season, Stannis Baratheon were crowned Kings of Keynsham. They had battled it out with The Army, who took second place, with only two points separating them.
The new season has begun in a similar vein, with the same two teams vying for top spot. The league welcomes new teams to join them for competitive, fun football with FA-qualified referees, match balls, team bibs, updated league tables and trophies. To find out more, contact Tom McDonough at Football Mundial on 01937 841 440 or info@footballmundial.com. More information is also available at http://footballmundial.com. Matches are on Mondays from 7-8.30pm at Wellsway School.
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weston oak dining 2 chair styles
£89
oak sideboards extending tables from from
£199
£299
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