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Much-loved green space ‘lost’ in cuts to mowing Residents say long grass means field can’t be used Families in Keynsham say they have lost the use of a much-loved green space because the grass has been left uncut by the council. The field backing onto Teviot Road was once filled with people enjoying picnics and playing ball games, say residents, but now the space is empty – filled only with
grass that has been left to grow to around waist-height. Bath and North East Somerset Council’s grounds maintenance team has mowed around the edges of the field and cut a path across it to the basketball court every month since April but the rest has been left untended.
Resident Beth Barnes-Watts, a mother of three, said it had not only left people unable to use the field as they had in previous summers but had also sparked health concerns for local families. “One of my five-year-old son’s friends developed hives after Turn to Page 2
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Relatives of those who lost their lives in the Great Flood of 1968 will be among the guests attending the unveiling of a permanent memorial to the events of 50 years ago. Page 15
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‘There were always From Page 1 he’d been in the long grass and there could even be ticks,” she said. “I have also been suffering with hayfever this year, as have some of our neighbours. Nature reserves are great – but not when you’re living in one. “Another issue is that you can’t see the dog mess in the grass. We have been told to report it to the council’s Cleansing Service but surely it is more cost-effective to just cut the grass than to send people out to clean up. “One of the attractions of this house was the field – I could watch the children playing from the window and there were always families having picnics. “We just want our space back. We were told it would be reviewed at the end of the year but people want to use it for summer.” The council says it maintains around 230 hectares of grassed areas, including parks, playing fields and verges, and the way they are being maintained has changed because cuts have left the Parks Team with fewer staff and because the council is creating wildflower meadows in parks to encourage wildlife. Under the new regime, parks are mowed every two weeks, playing fields and open spaces
every four to six weeks while residential verges will either be cut every four to six weeks or twice a year depending on an assessment by the council. A council spokesperson has told Keynshamvoice that a larger area of grass near the children’s play area will be cut in the coming weeks. They did not confirm whether the reduced grass-cutting at Teviot Road was because of cutbacks or for wildlife. Resident Gary Lloyd said he had lived near the field for 19 years and it was the first time it hadn’t been cut. “It was always busy with people playing football or rounders but nobody uses it now,” he added. Neighbour Rich Clark, a dad of two, said the grass had started to get “out of hand” earlier in the year leading residents to wonder when it would be cut. “We are very lucky to have this facility here which is used by so many people, not just the families who live nearby. “One day it’s supposed to be our village green as part of the new development so we will need it to be cut. “It’s always empty now and it’s such a shame.” A B&NES Council spokesperson issued a brief statement to Keynshamvoice
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Beth Barnes-Watts by the uncut grass with children Theo and Toby
saying: “A wider area of land by the play area will be cut within the next two weeks and it will be maintained over the summer.” Meanwhile, Keynsham Town Council has issued an apology over the upkeep of some of the green spaces and footpaths it manages, such as the cemetery and Manor Road playing fields, as its grounds team has been hit by staff shortages. Council chairman Councillor Clive Fricker said: “The town council is aware that residents have expressed concern over recent weeks concerning the upkeep of green spaces and footpaths within Keynsham. While the town council is responsible for maintaining certain play areas and footpaths, together with Manor Road and the cemetery, the rest fall to either B&NES or other organisations with whom the town council is currently liaising about residents’ concerns. “The town council accepts
that specific green spaces – especially Manor Road and the cemetery – have not been kept to the usual high standard and would like to apologise for this. Our usual team of four grounds maintenance staff has been reduced to two over the last six weeks owing to sickness and a vacancy and certain areas such as play areas have to take priority over others for health and safety reasons. “The council is also very aware that the cemetery is an extremely sensitive area and that its condition is of prime importance. Apologies have been issued to any families affected and outside contractors have been deployed to help restore the cemetery to its normal high standard.” At their June meeting, town councillors also agreed that urgent repairs to the cemetery chapel spire should go ahead, with a maximum estimated cost of £7,700.
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n NEWS Concerns raised as village store to close McColl’s in Saltford will be closing its doors on August 5, the retailer has announced. The company had “explored all options” for the Bath Road store, a spokesperson said, adding: “Regretfully we have taken the difficult decision to cease trading at the McColl’s store on Bath Road in Saltford. The store’s last day of trading will be August 5, 2018. We are saddened to no longer be operating the store and our priority has been to support all affected colleagues.” The news has raised concerns within the community. Saltford parish councillor Duncan Hounsell said: “The writing was on the wall when McColl’s pulled out of taking on the post office. Residents are already concerned at the number of empty shops in Saltford’s main shopping arcade. Hopefully that situation will be temporary. With McColl’s going, we could be faced with losing the only cashpoint machine in Saltford.”
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‘Community toilet’ proposal is rejected after council vote A bid to introduce a “community toilet” scheme in Keynsham with council backing has been rejected by town councillors. The proposal, which could see local businesses allowing members of the public to use their toilets for free, was put forward to Keynsham Town Council by Councillor Hal MacFie on Tuesday, June 12. He said successful schemes had been launched in towns such as Frome and would make Keynsham a more welcoming place. A report by town council clerk Cheryl Scott for councillors, however, said successful schemes paid participating businesses annual fees of up to £1,000 each per year and issues could arise over insurance or legal fees as well as complying with equality and health and safety laws. The report also added that
implementing the scheme and monitoring facilities was not in the current job description of any council staff and the authority would have to explore working with B&NES, which had experience of running public toilets. Councillors subsequently voted to reject Cllr MacFie’s motion and agreed that the council would not consider any new projects for the next six months to avoid adding to staff’s workload, a move that councillors had already endorsed at a previous meeting. Councillors also voted against a proposal to allow a member of the public to speak on the scheme. Following the vote, Cllr MacFie said: “It is disappointing that the town council was not willing to go ahead with this simple, low-cost, low-risk proposal that would benefit
Keynsham residents directly.” He added that he would take the proposal to Keynsham Business Forum and would be asking the town council to publish details of its programme of projects. Following the meeting, town council chair Councillor Clive Fricker said in a statement: “As an employer with a statutory duty of care to our employees there is now a genuine concern that any new initiatives undertaken at this time would create unacceptable pressures on our staff and compromise the delivery of activities already under way. Therefore as a collective body we decided not to approve any further initiatives for the next six months.” His statement is published in full on the Letters page on Page 20.
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Groups’ work helps celebrate gardening as a community at famous flower show
Gardening features made by community groups in Keynsham will be seen by thousands of visitors at the prestigious RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show this month. A scarecrow made by members of Keynsham Plastic Re-Action and an eel made from plastic bottle tops by pupils from St Keyna Primary School will be on display at the event in London as part of the RHS Growing Community Garden exhibit. The garden is the work of award-winning designer Jon Wheatley, who is based in the Chew Valley, and aims to celebrate the way neighbourhood gardening brings together people of all ages and from all walks of life. Denise James, chair of Keynsham in Bloom, has worked alongside Jon on a number of his show gardens, for which he has won multiple RHS gold medals, and is joining him on the Community Garden build. The garden focuses on four themes – climate change, food, wildlife and wellbeing – and features fruit and veg, flowers for cutting and a polytunnel, as well as a community shop and meeting space. There is also an urban forest, plenty of plants for pollinators, a display looking at worms and their role in soil health and many ideas
An artist’s impression of how the finished Growing Community Garden will look at Hampton Court Palace to encourage people to recycle, including finding new ways to reuse plastics. Taking this as their focus, Keynsham Plastic Re-Action group have created a scarecrow called Plastic Pete for the show garden, made using a chicken wire frame that has then been stuffed with a range of waste plastic such as food wrapping, straws, polystyrene packing chips and bottles. Plastic Pete will be joined by Emeelia, an eel-shaped mosaic made from plastic bottle tops created by youngsters from St Keyna Primary School’s Green Team and Gardening Club with help from Community at 67 volunteers. There will also be flowers made from plastic bags and bottles, while members of
Keynsham and District Mencap Society are decorating bikes left over from last year’s Keynsham in Bloom bike trail to create a hedge for the garden. Jon, who is chairman of RHS South West in Bloom, said: “The garden is about happy, healthy horticulture – focusing on the value that gardening brings to individuals and communities.”
He added: “We will show examples of how everyday materials can be recycled and made to look attractive in community gardens.” The RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show runs from July 2 to 8, with full details and tickets available from www.rhs. org.uk
Pupils from St Keyna Primary School working on their bottle-top mosaic Emeelia; Fiona Edwards from Plastic Re-Action with Plastic Pete
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Keynsham artists’ owl joins rest of the flock for trail The latest creation by a group of Keynsham artists has flown the nest to join a major sculpture trail in Bath this year. Members of Keynsham ArtSpace have unveiled an owl decorated in a mixture of styles, which will now be joining more than 80 others as part of the Minerva Owls of Bath event. “Emma – the Community Rail Owl” will be on show in Brunel Square outside Bath Spa Station until September 10. The group’s design was selected by Great Western Railway, which is sponsoring the sculpture. ArtSpace chair Zoe Wilkins said the group was inspired by the 50th anniversary
of the Great Flood in Keynsham and added: “The design also reflects the fragility and the beauty of the planet.” Working at the Chocolate Quarter’s arts studio, the artists – Les Benson, Louisa Coote, Jude Cron, Ann Gavahan, Allen Richards, Jemma Davies, Joe Tymkow and Sophie Galliers – took three weeks to complete the project, which features paint, textiles, dichroic glass, mosaics and ammonites for eyes. Residents and visitors to Bath now have the summer to spot the Minerva Owls, which are located around the city as well as neighbouring towns such as Newton St Loe, Bradford-on-
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The goddess Minerva, played by Amelia Watt, at the launch of the Minerva Owls of Bath sculpture trail Avon, Corsham and Street. The trail takes inspiration from the Goddess of Wisdom, Minerva, to whom the Roman Baths Temple was dedicated in
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A high-wire walker will bring a performance at Keynsham Music Festival to a thrilling conclusion as part of this year’s commemoration of the 1968 floods. On Saturday, June 30, daredevil performer Ellis Grover will cross the River Chew in the Memorial Park to show how high the water rose 50 years ago as it swept through Keynsham and the rest of the Chew Valley. His appearance will follow a performance of Bridge Across the Flood, which was written for the 30th anniversary of the flood and is being revived by a group of residents, including some who appeared
in the original 1998 production as children. The play will be staged on the Festival Saturday on the Bandstand Stage at 5pm and is free to watch. Bridge Across the Flood will be preceded at 4pm by an appearance by singersongwriter Gavin Osborne, whose set will include his songs Starzecs and Echo Bridge, which refers to the flood and the Abbot’s Seat or County Bridge stone, which is being installed in the park this month. The park will be a hive of activity all afternoon on the Saturday, with a full folk line-up on the Abbey Stage, a diverse range of performances from
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High-wire walker to thrill at festival High-wire walker Ellis Grover will cross the River Chew local groups on the Community Stage and Keynsham Orchestra’s Gala Concert in the Top Stage Marquee from 7.30pm, as well as acoustic acts on the Grounded Stage in the High Street from 12.30pm. Music lovers can also get into the festival swing on Friday, June 29, when the Thornbury Swing Band will provide the entertainment at a swing and jive night in the park’s Top Stage Marquee from 7.30pm. Meanwhile, Grenville Jones’s Keynsham Good Afternoon Choir
will be inviting their audience to song along at St John’s Church from 7.30pm. They will be joined on stage for the free show by the Yate and Sodbury Good Afternoon Choir as they perform a wide range of songs, including a medley of World War I numbers. The variety will, of course, continue when the main event arrives on Sunday, July 1, as acts from near and far take to the five stages. For the full line-up starting from 12.30pm, see www. keynshammusicfestival.co.uk – or just head to the park!
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Wombles founder Erica is named national ‘Litter Hero’ Photo: Now And For Always Photography
The founder of Keynsham’s volunteer litter-picking force, the Keynsham Wombles, has been made a “Litter Heroes ambassador” in recognition of her work by national organisation Keep Britain Tidy. Erica Davies, who set up the Wombles in 2012 by encouraging people to keep their own small patches of the town clear of litter as well as joining in bigger group litter picks, was presented with the award on Saturday, June 23, at a ceremony in London. The ambassador scheme aims to celebrate 100 people across the country who go above and beyond to care for their environment as well as their neighbours’ and to offer them support as they inspire others to take action. Erica said she was delighted to receive the honour for her work with the Wombles and the group’s #NoPlaceForLitter campaign and said back in 2012 she couldn’t have imagined how the project would grow. “What really took me by surprise was the incredible sense of community which we generated by working together
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towards a common goal,” she said.“Our project has developed over the years, and we now spend as much time trying to prevent the formation of litter, whether that is with school assemblies, messaging about securing recycling box lids in windy weather, or our brand new hand-painted ashtrays with wildlife messages, trying to reinforce the connection between the litter we create and the animals we share our com-
Erica Davies, founder of Keynsham Wombles, left; Erica and fellow Womble Alastair Singleton with members of Banwell Pottery munity with. What we do know is that litter is not solved only by individuals litter picking – brilliant as that is – but by whole communities working together.” The Wombles’ #NoPlaceForLitter campaign aims to provide a means for local litter-picking groups to communicate with each other and find solutions. They hope to set up more groups within the Bath and North East Somerset area and eventually
see the project go national. The latest initiative that will catch people’s eyes in Keynsham is the hand-painted ashtrays appearing outside pubs and cafes in the town, which carry messages asking people to protect wildlife by disposing of their cigarette butts in the ashtrays. They were produced by members of Banwell Pottery, which provides work experience and training to people with learning disabilities.
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Keynsham Plastic Re-Action supporters with Plastic Pete the scarecrow outside Sainsbury’s
Plastic campaigners target third store Anti-plastic campaigners staged their third protest at a Keynsham supermarket last month – and were joined by a special helper. Members of Keynsham Plastic Re-Action met at Sainsbury’s in Market Walk on June 16, where
they carried out a shop before removing the plastic packaging and handing it back to staff. Outside the store members were gathering signatures on a petition calling for Keynsham Town Council and B&NES Council to take steps towards making Keynsham a “plastic-free” town. Generating a lot of interest from passers-by was Plastic Pete,
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A Keynsham school is calling on former students to pick up uncollected exam certificates after an office clear-out uncovered dozens of documents. Broadlands Academy students who left between 2006 and 2017 who don’t have their certificates are being urged to get in touch and collect them by 1.25pm on Friday, July 20. School staff have been clearing out the exams office in the wake of new GDPR regulations. Exam rules mean schools only need to keep certificates for one year, a policy Broadlands will be following in future. Many employers insist on seeing original exam certificates, said the school, and without them former students would have to contact exam boards. Former pupils can contact Broadlands Academy’s reception on 0117 986 4791 to check if the school has their certificates and to arrange a convenient collection time.
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Memorial to Great Flood to be unveiled, 50 years to the day after tragedy struck Relatives of those who lost their lives in the Great Flood of 1968 will be among the guests attending the unveiling of a permanent memorial to the events of 50 years ago in Keynsham. The historic County Bridge stone, part of the bridge swept away as the flood waters reached Keynsham on July 10, 1968, is being re-sited in the Memorial Park, complete with a commemorative plaque. The memorial will be unveiled by the chair of Bath and North East Somerset Council, Councillor Karen Walker, on July 10 at 2pm, in front of residents who experienced the floods, rescuers and people who have donated towards the project. Keynsham and Saltford Local History Society, Keynsham Town Council and B&NES Council have worked together on the
project, with the town council providing funding of £2,000 and a community grant to the history society of £1,000. Dr Cheryl Scott, town clerk, said: “Fifty years ago, a number of people lost their lives owing to a serious flash flooding event in the Chew catchment area, including three people in Keynsham. “The number of lives lost could have been more were it not for the bravery of the rescuers. Property was destroyed, lives and homes were disrupted and a huge clean-up effort ensued. “This unveiling ceremony is one of a series of events being held within the catchment area to commemorate the 50th anniversary of this tragic natural disaster. The town council hopes that while enjoying the events, residents will also take a moment to respectfully reflect on the
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After production issues, does Solo succeed? After months of delays, director changes and emergency acting coaches, Solo: A Star Wars Story is finally released, following Han Solo (Alden Ehrenreich) during his younger years leading up to the 1977 classic film. Defying all expectations, Ehrenreich does a good job in capturing the essence of the beloved hero without resorting to a poor Harrison Ford impression. He commands the role with skill and gives a performance that will satisfy generations of fans. Donald Glover as a young Lando Calrissian brings a charming and exotic performance to the screen, which would make Billy Dee Williams proud. The narrative is simple, following a younger Han Solo becoming the gruff smuggler that fans know and love. The story sticks a little too closely to predictability and simplicity which is, to its benefit, a refreshing change of pace from the exciting, complex story of December’s The Last Jedi. However,
I would’ve liked to have seen some more creative narrative decisions. The visuals are, as they have been for years now, superb, blending practical effects and CGI seamlessly. However, the cinematography seems oddly stale compared to the past few entries and the lighting sometimes makes some scenes appear grainy or blurry. The soundtrack, orchestrated by John Powell, is excellent with exciting main themes, plenty of motifs and some familiar classics reaching some of the highs that John Williams made so famous, proving that other composers can successfully take up the reins after Williams’ retirement. In conclusion Solo: A Star Wars Story mostly overcomes the struggles that it went through in development and delivers a fun, standalone story full of excellent performances, a brilliant soundtrack and interesting and diverse characters. 3.5/5
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Families and friends host memorial day Two families are unitbe donating food for ing to remember lost the barbecue. loved ones by hosting a Holly Allen, Luke’s fundraising memorial sister, said Shane’s day in their honour. family have held a The event at memorial event every Somerdale Pavilion year to raise money for is being organised different charities and in memory of Shane Shane Wright, left, and now the two families Wright, who passed had combined to Luke Allen, right away in 2009 at the remember both Luke age of 21, and 22-year-old Luke and Shane and support Great Allen, who died following a fall at Western Air Ambulance Charity. a construction site in March. She said: “It was the air ambuFriends of the two Keynsham lance crew who looked after Luke men will kick off the event from at the scene and all money from 10am on August 4 with a football the day will go to the charity, so match. The game will be followed the more people who come the in the afternoon by a barbecue, more money we can raise.” during which the bar will be Anyone who would like to open, and a raffle and auction. find out more about the event, Companies and individuor offer raffle or auction prizes, als are donating prizes, which can contact the organisers on include a signed Bristol Rovers Facebook at www.facebook.com/ shirt, and local Tesco stores will events/2050964658512234/
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his month sees the Keynsham Music Festival, a week-long music event cumulating in the outdoor festival in Keynsham Memorial Park on July 1. The various performances over the week are visited by more than 10,000 people. The policing challenges for this are minimal until the performances in the park on the Sunday. The good weather brings with it the crowds, which is great for this event. Please remember that we will be in attendance at this event supporting the organisers and dealing with any anti-social behaviour or offences that occur.
n The anti-social behaviour in Keynsham continues to decline from the spike that we had earlier in the year, which is good news. We are actively targeting our most prolific offenders and patrolling the ASB hotspots. One of the most prevalent locations was Market Walk, close to the library, where we have identified two offenders and issued them with Acceptable Behaviour Contracts and banned them from the area. If you have any information on anti-social behaviour, whether it be locations or persons involved, then please make contact with us via the beat pages of the Avon and Somerset website. n We are just finishing our crime and consequences talks at the local schools. We have a large amount of interaction with our schools and this week my colleagues and I have been talking to Year 9 pupils. These presentations focus on anti-social behaviour, drugs and knife crime.
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We also take an overview of the more serious offences that occur in schools and offer support and deal with them if necessary. n Our positive results from drugs warrants continue as we have executed a warrant this month in Keynsham. We look to work with our partner agencies and, following this warrant, the housing agency that owns the property has evicted the tenant. We regularly
share information with our partner agencies and this helps us to deal promptly with issues. n Nuisance vehicles continue to blight Keynsham. We are actively looking to target offenders who have heavily modified their vehicles and tuned them to backfire while being driven. We again are looking to deal with this and are using our powers under the Police Reform Act to warn drivers and seize the vehicles of repeat offenders. n Part of our job in the beat office is to respond to 999 calls that take us away from our primary role. This month a serious accident occurred in Charlton Road where speed and inexperience were a factor. Three people suffered serious injuries during this incident, which could have so easily been fatal. The offending driver will be dealt with for all of the offences that are identified but I hope this serves as a reminder to drive within the speed limits.
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Shoppers in Keynsham will be able to show their support for a charity dedicated to saving lives at sea this month. The Keynsham Branch of the RNLI (Lifeboats) will be holding its annual street collection on Saturday, July 14, with collectors in the High Street and outside Chandag Road shops. The street collection replaces to house-tohouse collections. A spokesperson said: “We rely on the general public to be generous in their support of the RNLI, which is a totally independent charity dedicated to saving lives on the sea, and now ever increasingly on the coastal beaches of this country. The documentary series on BBC 1 earlier in the year showed the skilled and often extremely dangerous rescues that the lifeboat men and women are called upon to make, often in horrendous circumstances.” Anyone who would like to help with the collection can call Julian Hannam on 0117 986 3726.
More than 300 people joined a day of celebration at Keynsham Rugby Club to mark 40 years since the launch of Keynsham and District Mencap Society. Members past and present mingled with supporters, volunteers, family and friends – as well as special guest Karen Walker, the chair of Bath and North East Somerset Council – on June 16 to enjoy music from Daz’s Rock 4 Charity, DJ Barry, Better Than Expected and the society’s own Music Man project, making their debut performance just 10 weeks after the group formed. There were also rides from Chuffy the Train, a bouncy castle, face painting, a barbecue and a bar to entertain the crowds and keep everyone well fed. The occasion also provided the perfect opportunity for the Keynsham charity to launch its Future Foundations building appeal, a drive to raise £250,000 by the end of 2019 to allow the
More than 300 people joined the party at Keynsham Rugby Club society to purchase its own building from which to run all of its clubs and services and to expand. Chair Lisa O’Brien gave a speech where she announced the goal, shared some of the society’s background and history, and thanked everyone who had
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Members of the Music Man project gave their first performance just weeks after the group’s launch white and blue for the society’s recent royal wedding fete and could be seen at the anniversary bash sporting pink and green, the Mencap colours. Lisa O’Brien added: “It was wonderful to see so many members, their families, volunteers old and new, founder
members and supporters come together to celebrate this milestone in our society’s history. “Over 40 years hundreds of children and adults have found friendship, fun and support with us. As we move forward towards our 50th, we will aim to develop increased opportunities
and initiatives to promote the wellbeing of those with learning difficulties generally. “With a feisty performance from our Music Man project after only ten sessions, we demonstrated and took pride in the potential that our members with good support can achieve.
“I am proud to be a part of this fantastic organisation.” Keynsham and District Mencap Society’s next event is a sponsored bike ride, walk or wheelchair push on Saturday, September 16, starting from the Bird in Hand pub and heading off along the Bristol-Bath cycle track. To get involved, call fundraiser Amanda Leonard on 0117 986 5659. To find out about the clubs run by Keynsham Mencap, volunteering and more, visit www.keynshammencap.org.uk
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he final weeks leading up to our South West in Bloom judging in July are the busiest and it’s when our volunteers are the most active. We have been out and about planting up tubs at Holmoak, Chandag and the railway station ready for July 13.
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In addition, this year we decided that we would plant up our own hanging baskets, which was a huge challenge for us. With some guidance from Jane Wheatley, two of our volunteers, Belinda and Jeanette, and myself spent a very sunny morning in an incredibly hot polytunnel planting up our hanging baskets – 26 in total. We’re rather pleased with our efforts and hope that they will help to enhance our High Street. The baskets were a huge challenge for us this year to take on, but given the high costs quoted to us we had to make the decision one way or another. The railway station has again seen several contractors working on site, with some disruption to the community garden. We have decided to press ahead and include the station as part of our main judging tour regardless. We feel that we can demonstrate to the judges that we have tried to overcome site difficulties. Severnside Community Rail
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Don’t forget to come along and cheer on our prize winners, who will be presented with their certificates and prizes at Keynsham Farmers’ Market on Saturday, July 14. Prize-giving starts at 11am. We had a very difficult task in selecting the prize winners, the standard was extremely high. Altogether we had 32 infant and 44 junior entries.
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We can’t wait for our scarecrow trail to start on July 9 – some have already been popping up
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The response to our call for knitters for our poppy cascade has been fantastic – at the last count we had 8,135 poppies. The cascade is beginning to come together; a number of volunteers came to the first of our workshops, held at the Keynsham Royal British Legion. Our next workshop will be held at the Legion on Wednesday, July 11, from 9.30am to 2pm. Everyone is welcome to come and help put the cascade together, even if you can only spare 30 minutes or so. Every extra pair of hands helps!
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We had a great response to our bottle-top art workshop at the Children’s Action Day event, which was co-ordinated by Keynsham Town Council and Bath Area Play Project. The youngsters had a great time putting together the first of our bottle-top fish. On a final note, I would personally like to thank our volunteers who have given up their evenings to help with the planting – Belinda, Cath, Celia, Dawn, Linda, Jeanette, Mary, Raul and not forgetting volunteers from Community at 67. If anyone would like to adopt a planter and help to look after it, with just a little deadheading and watering, please let us know. Also if any traders on the High Street would like to adopt one of our planters, please do get in touch. We are on Facebook at www.facebook. com/keynshaminbloom/
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the same day. The aim is to deliver cost-efficient, quality repairs with a fast turnaround, and the team is proud to deliver on this promise time after time. For those looking for a new computer or equipment, the shop stocks a wide selection of new and refurbished laptops and PCs, monitors, printers, inks and more. Refurbished computers offer great value and come with a six-month guarantee while for new computers the team offers a home installation service. Smart Computers also offers support to businesses of all sizes for a fraction of the price of an internal IT department, covering security, data protection, applications and hardware either remotely or onsite. The team also helps businesses make the right first impression with a web design service that creates affordable and engaging websites. Contact Smart Computers at 37 High Street, Keynsham, on 0117 9861000 or visit www. smartcomputersbristol.com
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LETTERS Council has duty of care to employees Thank you for your invitation to comment on Keynsham Town Council’s decision not to approve any further new initiatives for six months. When the town council makes decisions about matters important to Keynsham residents, it is the town council staff that have to research and advise of the possible legislative/practical implications for the council before it makes a decision and subsequently implement those decisions. As a public authority, the town council has to demonstrate it has complied with the considerable amount of legislation that is required as part of its decision-making processes. We are extremely fortunate to have such a dedicated, competent and loyal team of staff who already willingly work over and above their contracted hours to deliver all the activities, services and projects that the town council
currently undertakes. As well as the daily administration of council services, committee meetings and dealing with increasing numbers of residents’ inquiries, there are events to organise, capital projects such as the cemetery to progress, repairs, maintenance and upkeep to our facilities (including in response to vandalism) and Youth Service provision. Additionally our principle officers, the town clerk and deputy town clerk, are responsible for implementing all health and safety, employment and other legislative compliance on behalf of the town council including the new General Data Protection Regulation. As an employer with statutory duty of care to our employees there is now a genuine concern that any new initiatives undertaken at this time would create unacceptable pressures on our staff and compromise the delivery of activities already under way. Therefore as a collective body we decided not to approve any further initiatives for the next six months. All normal communication with Keynsham residents remains the same and our strategy does not preclude
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One-way system is causing daily chaos I am amazed, to the point of disbelief, at the reported results of the traffic survey in Issue 75. I have lived in Keynsham for almost 30 years and have never experienced the chaos we now endure from the introduction of this road system. Every day the traffic flow in the Bath Hill/Wellsway area is severely restricted, often to the point of standstill. I (and my wife) do not know anyone who took part in this survey or indeed anyone who was asked to partake in the survey or even the existence and timescale of a survey. Those we have spoken to agree that the system is a disaster for the town and,
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without exception, all disagree with the reported survey results. It is evident that local businesses are not too pleased either. If we want a true answer (and not one the council wants) then why not invite all households for their opinions and have a more honest representative answer from residents. How many residents knew of this survey or its timing? Perhaps it is time to conduct a more inclusive and fair survey. The fact that footfall and trade figures have dropped in the town are surely not a coincidence but stem from this daily chaos. Mel Harper
Thanks for coming to my father’s aid I would like to thank a lady called Alice and an unnamed gentleman who helped my father when he fell near Tesco in the early hours of Friday, June 8. He is now fine, with a small bump on his forehead and feeling a little bit shaken. Between them, his two helpers got him back on his feet and back home, and Alice reported his fall through Careline. Thank you both. Marie Walters
An historic signpost in Saltford is now back to full working order after one of its arms broke off. The fingerpost at the junction of Bath Road and Manor Road has been repaired two years after the Saltford Village arm snapped off in a storm. The broken piece was recovered by a resident and then passed onto B&NES Council by Saltford Parish Council.
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KEYNSHAM MEMORIES with Keynsham and Saltford Local History Society
This 1960s photograph shows Bath Hill School, taken from the roof of the old Town Hall, with the Memorial Park beyond. The school was opened in 1857 as the Parochial School and closed in 2007. Most striking is how different the Memorial Park looks, with most of the trees quite young. In the bottom left by the railings is the ancient path, Back Lane, which marked the boundary of the abbey precinct.
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Triple challenge for Ellie as she raises money for Mind A Keynsham student has tackled a series of daunting – but exciting – challenges in a bid to help break down some of the barriers surrounding mental health issues. Wellsway School pupil Ellie Burston has done a 150ft bungee jump, a 25-metre abseil and on June 23 completed a 5km Colour Run at Bath Racecourse all with the aim of raising money and awareness for Mind, the mental health charity. The 15-year-old has now collected £1,300 over her threemonth challenge, which she hopes will help Mind to run its helplines and support groups for the people who need them. She said: “I wanted not only to raise money for Mind but also to raise awareness of mental health. There are so many negative stigmas attached and
Ellie Burston at the Colour Run they can affect people and their perspective on mental illness. “Mental health problems are so common now, I have noticed especially in people my age. I have close friends and family members who have struggled recently so I wanted to do something to show my support to them and anyone else who
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Summer festivals inspire school fete A school is bringing a festival feel to its annual fete this summer. Saltford C of E Primary School will present Saltfest 2018 on Saturday, July 7, from 2pm to 5.30pm and everyone is invited to get into the spirit. There will be live performances from Danni’s Dance Academy, Kingswood Gymnastics and Keynsham Light Opera Group and plenty of activities for younger visitors, including an inflatable assault course, Nerf Gun alley, under-fives’ bouncy castle, face painting, coconut shy, a circus skills area and more. Meanwhile a barbecue, bar, tea and cake room and an ice cream and candy floss stall will be serving up plenty of refreshments. The all-important raffle will be offering prizes such as a £50 Waitrose voucher, a £50 voucher for the Thai Café, a family portrait photoshoot and A4 print worth £200, a spa session for two, and an Amazon Echo Dot.
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Rotary club happy to help provide fun
Liam Wyatt and Ross Scott from Hodgepodge Theatre performing in Be Happy, Harry Hippo, which is coming to The Space
Celebrated children’s show offers ultimate pick-me-up! An award-winning play that tackles childhood depression will be raising smiles among local families when it comes to Keynsham this month. Hodgepodge Theatre is bringing Be Happy, Harry Hippo to The Space on Saturday, July 7, following its successful debut in April at the Swindon Fringe Festival, where it picked up the award for Best Kids’ Show. The production features puppetry, physical theatre and comedy and explores the growing issue of childhood depression while offering families, teachers and children ways to both recognise and assist a child struggling
with the condition. The show, which is suitable for children aged three and up, is performed by Trowbridge-based actor Liam Wyatt and Frome-based actor Ross Scott, who was the winner of the 2017 Rose Bowl award in the Best Actor category.
Harry Hippo has lost his smile and can’t seem to get it back so the show offers the ultimate pickme-up, taking him on a journey to remember all the things that make him truly happy. Bath-based Hodgepodge Theatre formed in 2016 and specialises in making difficult subjects accessible for families via puppetry and theatre. Previous shows include The Homeless Panda and Reindeer on the Roof! Be Happy, Harry Hippo is at The Space on July 7 from 11am to noon and tickets, priced £6, are available from www.ticketsource. co.uk/date/480537
Members of Keynsham Rotary Club stepped in to help organise fun and games at Chandag Junior School’s summer fete in June. The club ran three stalls at the event, including Splat the Rat, the coconut shy and the ping pong jars game. The sun was out and business was brisk, with many youngsters earning a prize for “splatting” the rat and one crack shot winning himself four coconuts at the shy. A spokesperson for the club said they hoped the event raised a good sum for the school and added: “Club members are pleased to be invited to help with such events, which we view as part of our community support activities.” The club has also just launched its Young Citizen of the Year Award, which gives younsters aged from 10 to 18 the chance to win a Rotary GB and Ireland national award of £500. Applications are invited from youngsters living in Keynsham or Saltford and full details and application form can be found online at keynshamrotary.org under “Events”.
Join ‘play afternoon’ Families are invited to spend a fun afternoon exploring the Early Years facilities on offer at Saltford CofE Primary School. Youngsters starting school in September 2019 can visit on Wednesday, September 26, to join games and meet the head teacher and Early Years team. Tours are available at various times and places on a tour and the Play Afternoon can be booked by contacting the school on 01225 872185. Parents must stay with their child during their visit.
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School friends to go the extra mile – or 10 – to support Guide Dogs charity Six school friends from Keynsham will be setting off on a 10-mile walk to help more puppies complete their journeys to become fully fledged guide dogs. Using an Ordnance Survey map, Emily, Ava, Finnlay, Harrison, Jonathon and Chase, who all attend Chandag Junior School, have drawn up a route for their challenge that will take them to Pensford and back along trails, footpaths and roads. The group of 10-year-olds will be accompanied on Friday, June 29, by parents and teacher Helen Muncer and have been out walking in preparation for their challenge, as well as taking part in sports and activities at school. After deciding they wanted to raise money for a charity, the
group chose Guide Dogs UK after meeting puppies in training at a number of local events. They have been sent T-shirts and sponsorship forms by the charity and on Wednesday, June 20, welcomed David Nash from Guide Dogs and puppy in training Joker to a school assembly to hear more about the organisation’s work. The youngsters have been busy collecting sponsorship from family and friends and will be setting off on their 10-mile challenge at 9.15am and hope to be back in time for lunch. Chandag Junior School pupils Emily, Ava, Finnlay, Harrison, Jonathon and Chase with David Nash from Guide Dogs UK, eight-month-old Joker and head teacher Tim Dunning
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n NEWS FROM 1ST KEYNSHAM SCOUTS
Colourful conclusion to our jamboree
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he recent Wansdyke District Scout Jamboree came to an end with a colour run. As you can see it was certainly a colourful affair and enjoyed by all ages. A huge thank you to all leaders and parents who helped to bring this event to our young people and to Somerdale Pavilion for providing their facilities as the venue – it was much appreciated.
Golfers drive to success
The Scout Charity Golf Day 2018 was a resounding success with more than £5,000 raised towards the purchase of a minibus for Keynsham Scouts. We are deeply grateful to Stockwood Golf Club for hosting the charity day. This year’s event was the largest ever with nearly 30 teams taking part. Thanks to local main sponsors IJ McGill Transport, Key Property Lawyers and Clarkson’s Independent Funeral Directors there were a range of great prizes up for grabs, including the chance to win £10,000 for a hole in one. Thanks to the support of the players, the golf club and the sponsors (both main and secondary), Scouting will be able to provide great opportunities for our young people and transport is often crucial to making it happen. Due to the success the search for a minibus can now be accelerated – watch out in the coming months for the bus to appear.
Happy days at campsite
Last month we announced that the campsite at Chelwood was 40 years old. That clearly brought memories flooding back as well as surprise that 40 years seemed to have flown by and that the sale of land, now Ashton Way car park,
Scouts from across the Wansdyke District ended the jamboree with a colour run was the reason for the site being purchased. We are now delighted to bring you a couple of pictures from early times and one from today, plus some memories we have received that sum up the value of the campsite to the young people in our community.
“I remember getting milk from the dairy over the road – cold and creamy.”
people can run free and enjoy the countryside. As well as the Scouts, the site is used by other youth organisations, schools and colleges, all of whom recognise the value of the site. Very little has changed since those early days when it was just a field and some woods – yes, the trees (thousands) that were planted have grown; yes, there is still a barn and a toilet block. What is beautiful is that it is not over-developed. Deer, rabbits, pheasant and other wildlife remain plentiful but above all Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers can find adventure. It is hoped with time, and some donations, to make further improvements in the coming years. If you would like to help by donating something, go via www.justgiving. com/1stkeynshamscouts
“How many trees did we plant? It was thousands!”
Messing about on the river
“Chelwood – that was the first time I had ever slept in a tent.” “I recall stories of the mad axe man of Chelwood – did he really exist?” “I got caught picking out the eyes of the cats’ eyes on the road outside the main gate!”
Today Chelwood still holds that little piece of magic, where young
Chelwood campsite today, above, and some old photos, right
What better way to experience the River Avon and the Avon Valley itself than by building your own raft
Rafting on the River Avon and paddling off down the river? Honing their knotting skills, finding their fitness and then putting it all together in teams, the Scouts soon found that the water was wet and it also looks like someone forgot their paddle! Thank you to Avon Valley Adventure and Wildlife Park for letting us use their slipway and facilities – much appreciated.
Norwegians return
Next month we look forward to bringing you news about the return of Norwegian Scouts to Keynsham. Since 1977 Keynsham Scouts have had a link with Høvik Scout Group in Oslo, Norway. After a gap of a few years, a joint exchange camp called HIKE 18 is taking place here at our own campsite, with Explorer Scouts venturing to Cornwall. A week of activity is planned followed by a few days’ hospitality and seeing the sights of Bristol, Bath and London before returning home.
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KEYNSHAM AND SALTFORD LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY An earthwork from the Dark Ages
From 1974 to 1996 Keynsham and Saltford were within the area covered by Wansdyke District Council, and for a similar period our parliamentary constituency had the same name. So where did the name come from and what do we know about the Wansdyke? The 1:25000 Ordnance Survey maps of this area show the surviving fragments of a linear earthwork that ran about two miles to the south of Keynsham and Saltford. This is known as the West Wansdyke. In the first issue of the history society’s journal in 1987, Charles Browne described it as “comprising a ditch with a rampart on the south side, running from Maes Knoll hill fort on Dundry, through Norton Malreward and Publow to Stantonbury, where it seems to have incorporated the northern rampart of the hill fort. It then continues across to Englishcombe and Vernham Wood to the Fosseway, south-west of Bath”. While some lengths have been
Remains of the Wansdyke south of Burnett, above, and below left south of Avebury levelled by cultivation, it is easy to spot the remains if you know where to look, although they do not exactly compare with Hadrian’s Wall for excitement. On the society’s Walk Leaflet No 4, the route crosses the Wansdyke about three quarters of a mile south of Burnett, as shown in the photograph. There has been a great deal of conjecture about when the Wansdyke was built and for what purpose. The consensus is that it was probably constructed late in the sixth century; it may have marked the border between the territories of the Britons (to the north-west) and the West Saxons, moving from the east. We know that this was frontier land at this time with a key battle fought at Dyrham in 577. It may not have been a defensive line in the sense of a continuous fortification, as parts were not well-sited for that,
but more of fall-back line behind which locals could retreat in times of trouble. It is generally accepted that the name comes from “Woden’s Dyke” after the Saxon god. The Wansdyke continued around the south side of Bath and to the east. In Wiltshire the remains of the East Wansdyke have been less disturbed by agriculture and are impressive, with banks up to four metres high. Though not local to us, they are worth a visit; the White Horse Trail includes a good length and is about three miles south of Avebury.
Visit the Mary Rose
On Wednesday, September 12, the society is running a coach trip from Keynsham to the Mary Rose Museum in Portsmouth. This is one of the finest museums of its type anywhere. The remains of
the pride of Henry VIII’s navy are now preserved and presented with the aid of the latest technology. The contents of the ship are displayed and interpreted to bring to life many facets of Tudor life, from musical instruments to the contents of the surgeon’s chest. We have a few places available for non-members. For more information, email info@keysalthist.org.uk or ring 0117 986 4453.
This month’s history walk – Mills and industry
A reminder that on Sunday, July 8, Steve Spear from the society will be leading a guided walk around Keynsham with the focus on its mills and industry. Meet by the café in the Memorial Park for a start at 2.30pm. All are welcome and there is no charge.
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Youngsters ready for a tractor ride at last year’s fete
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Broadcaster and president of the RSPB Miranda Krestovnikoff will be opening this year’s village fete at Compton Dando, writes Ros Anstey. The village will ring to the sound of church bells as the annual village event returns on Saturday, July 7, offering the customary exertions of tugof-war, skittles and an assault course to accompany the more genteel pursuits of tea and cakes,
stall games, lavish refreshments and bric-a-brac. Don’t overlook the floral arrangements and tower trips at the church of St Mary, the vintage tractor display, along with several traditional races, and a duck race, where you can hopefully back a winner. As always, all proceeds will be going to Compton Dando Community Association. The fete opens at 2pm and runs until 5pm. Photo: Jesper Mattias
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BACK TO NATURE with Avon Wildlife Trust Keynsham Group
Walk reveals wonders of ancient woods
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ur June excursion took 13 members to a very special place for wildlife, writes chairman Dave Sage. Just 20 miles from Keynsham lies Lower Woods, nestling in a valley between Wickwar and Hawkesbury Upton. Owned and managed by South Gloucesetershire Wildlife Trust and Avon Wildlife Trust, it is the second largest ancient woodland in South West England (after Savernake Forest in Wiltshire) and its importance goes back to at least to Roman times, as shown by the remains of a Roman villa, complete with magnificent mosaic tile floors (currently covered over). We were led by warden Neil Lodge (and his two terriers, Pip and B – Bombus terrestris!), who lives on site in the old hunting lodge and organises the management of the forest as well as educational activities for schools. Having worked on the reserve for six years, Neil was exceptionally knowledgeable, passionate, and inspiring about all aspects of the woodland. He explained how the woodland has been a centre of industry for many centuries, maintained by coppicing with standards, and providing wood for a wide range of uses, as well as charcoal (used in gunpowder!). He was especially uncomplimentary about grey squirrels (which strip hazel trees of young nuts, and take birds’ eggs and young) and deer – roe, fallow and muntjac – which strip young trees of bark and kill them. He explained several aspects
Eyed hawkmoth, top, and a black headed cardinal beetle
Neil Lodge leads the group around Lower Woods of woodland management, in particular the importance of clearing areas to prevent the woodland becoming over-mature and “closing in”, reducing light levels and reducing the diversity of ground-floor plants. Leaving open glades and rides encourages a wide range of plants to thrive, including several orchid species – common spotted, butterfly, twayblade, broad-leaved and violet helleborine. These in turn provide food for insects, including meadow brown, red admiral, speckled wood and holly blue butterflies, cardinal beetles, S. Hawker dragonflies and beautiful demoiselle damselflies. Finally, plenty of birds thrive in this unique ecosystem, including jays (largely responsible for planting acorns to perpetuate oak trees), buzzards, blackcaps, song
Photos: Martin Farrell
thrushes, dunnocks, chiff chaffs, chaffinches and grey wagtails near the streams. Sadly, the magnificent nightingale is currently absent from the woodland. A fabulous walk on a glorious afternoon, I would highly recommend anyone to pay a visit to Lower Woods. It is free of charge and criss-crossed with more than 60km of footpaths. Thanks to Liz Wintle for organising another highly successful trip. The following week, a select group of members carried out a follow-up Bioblitz at two sites in and near Keynsham, in Stockwood Vale and along the banks of the River Avon, upstream of the Lock Keeper pub. The first surveys included an analysis of moths caught overnight in Kathy and Martin Farrell’s garden
– more than 50 species were identified, including 59 individual “Heart and Dart” moths. We continued with stream dipping in the nearby brook, which flows down through Stockwood Vale. This revealed a surprising and pleasing diversity of invertebrates – stonefly nymphs, mayfly nymphs, cased and uncased caddis fly larvae, and freshwater shrimps, as well as minnow and young bullhead fish. An unpolluted (if slightly silted) stream! Not surprisingly, the River Avon’s banks revealed an impressive diversity of plants, insects and birds, including blue-tailed and azure damselflies, china mark moths and dock bugs (an unusual species of shield bug). All results will be collated and sent to Bristol Regional and Environmental Records Centre (BRERC), and added to the national database. Thanks to Kathy, Martin, John Aldridge, Rita Andrews, Liz Wintle and Max Hemmings for their energy, enthusiasm and expertise, as always!
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n WHAT’S ON June 29
n Keynsham Music Festival Friday: Swing and Jive Dance with the Thornbury Swing Band, Top Stage, Keynsham Memorial Park, 7.30pm. The Festival Choir Concert with the Good Afternoon Choir and guests. St John’s Church, 7.30pm. See www.keynshammusicfestival.co.uk n Saltford Community Cinema screens Darkest Hour (PG) starring Gary Oldman as Prime Minister Winston Churchill. Doors at 6.45pm, film screening from 7.30pm. A fully licensed bar will be available along with ice cream.
June 30
n Keynsham Music Festival Saturday: Folk in the Park from 1pm; Gavin Osborne and Bridge Across the Flood from 4pm at the Bandstand; acoustic music at Grounded from 12.30pm; Gala Concert with Keynsham Orchestra from 7pm, Top Stage. See www. keynshammusicfestival.co.uk n Broadlands Academy Summer Fair, 11am to 2pm, stalls, games, activities, barbecue, Bake Off competition. Entry 50p. n Bitton Horse Show at Keynsham Rugby Ground, from 9am. Fifty competitive classes, stalls, plus a visit from Avon Fire and Rescue Animal and Water Rescue Unit. Free entry, donations to The Firefighters Charity. Details from onbrestud@ outlook.com or 07749 563566. n Health and craft fair at The Space, Keynsham, 9.30am to 4.30pm. Email hippy_amyjo@hotmail.com for more details. n Cream teas and table-top sale hosted by CAMEO at Victoria
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n Woollard Remembers 1968, 10.30am to 5pm, a day of film, walks, teas and testimonies of the Great Flood that damaged Woollard Bridge beyond repair. Free event taking place around the village, see woollardinfo@gmail. com or call 01761 492916 for more information. For a full list of Great Flood commemoration events see www.wern.org.uk/great-flood/ commemoration-events
n Keynsham Music Festival Sunday: wide-ranging live music across five stages from 1pm in Keynsham Memorial Park. See www. keynshammusicfestival.co.uk n Sunday afternoon tea for those who would like some good company and a chat over a cuppa, Saltford Hall, 2-4pm. n Open Garden, Eastover Farm, Manor Road, Saltford, BS31 3AF, 1.30pm to 6pm. Four acres of garden, wildflower meadow and woodland, tea/cakes. In aid of your local Citizens Advice charity.
July 5
n Chew Magna remembers the Great Flood, free photographic display and audio reminiscences. Upper Hall, Chew Magna Old School Room. Followed at 7.30pm to 8.30pm, The Mills and Industrial Heritage of the Chew Valley and Keynsham, an illustrated story of how harnessing the River Chew’s power contributed to the industrial development of the area with Tony Coverdale, chair of Bristol Industrial Archaeological Society and Saltford Brass Mill. £3.50.
July 7
n Join Saltford Walkers for a ninemile walk at Sapperton, meeting at 9am. All ages welcome, for details go to saltfordwalkers.org.uk or @SaltfordWalkers on Twitter. n Hodgepodge Theatre presents children’s theatre show Be Happy, Harry Hippo! at The Space, 11am to noon. Featuring puppetry, physical theatre and comedy. Tickets
n Avon Wildlife Trust Keynsham Group visit – Bats at Woodchester Mansion. Full-day visit with bat tour in the morning, lunch in cafe and afternoon exploring the lakes. Prebooking essential. Minibus £5, tour price £7. Contact Liz on 0117 909 9667 for further information. n Keynsham WI cake sale at Keynsham Royal British Legion, 9.30am to 11am. Proceeds will be split between Keynsham Dementia Action Alliance and Off The Record. n Keynsham Abbey open to visitors, who are welcome to help a working party as they maintain the ruins, from 2pm. Email bristolhas@ gmail.com for more details. n Saltford C of E Primary School presents Saltfest 2018, 2pm to 5.30pm. A festival feel with live performances from local acts including Danni’s Dance Academy, Kingswood Gymnastics and Keynsham Light Opera Group. Activities, games, refreshments and a prize raffle.
July 8
n Join Steve Spear of the Keynsham and Saltford Local History Society for a guided history walk around the town with the focus on its mills and industry.
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Regular events Please inform us if there are any changes to your regular event, such as cancellation or changes in time, venue or contact details. Meet by the café in the Memorial Park for a start at 2.30pm. Free. n Keynsham Walkers Are Welcome commemorate the 1968 flood, following the River Chew through Chewton Keynsham to Compton Dando and back (approximately five miles) with a break at the Compton Inn for refreshments. Along the way, we will meet people that were affected and can recall events from the flood. Meet at the Keynsham Memorial Park café at 9.45am for a 10am start. For a full list of Great Flood commemoration events see www.wern.org.uk/greatflood/commemoration-events. n Keynsham Brass Band performs at the Bandstand in Keynsham Memorial Park, 3pm to 4.45pm. n Let’s Ride comes to Bristol city centre. The free afternoon family ride is an opportunity for cyclists of all ages, families and friends to enjoy a traffic-free ride around a 5-6K route – at your own pace. Register at www.letsride.co.uk/ events/Bristol
July 9
n Launch of Keynsham in Bloom Scarecrow Trail. Maps available from Keynsham Town Council offices, 15-17 Temple Street, for 20p. n Saltford Computer Cafe, Saltford Hall, 10am to noon. Get help to use your PC, laptop, tablet or phone. Admission £4, including tea or coffee and biscuits.
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n Keynsham Farmers’ Market at Market Walk, 9am to 1pm. Local produce and goods, see www. somersetfarmersmarkets.co.uk for full list of stalls.
July 13-14
n Keynsham in Bloom Floral Art Festival, Victoria Methodist Church, Keynsham. Open for viewing from11am to noon and 3pm to 7pm on Friday, July 13, and 10am to 4pm on Saturday, July 14. Flower demonstrations on both days.
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n Redland Wind Band performs at the Bandstand in Keynsham Memorial Park, 3pm to 5pm.
July 27
n Saltford Community Cinema screens The Post (12A) starring Meryl Streep and Tom Hanks. Doors at 6.45pm, film screening from 7.30pm. A fully licensed bar will be available along with ice cream.
July 28
n Jumble sale at Saltford Hall, 10am to noon.
n Join Saltford Walkers for a five to six-mile walk at Berkeley Vale/ River Severn, meeting at 9.30am. All ages welcome, for details go to saltfordwalkers.org.uk or @SaltfordWalkers on Twitter.
July 29
n Key Voices Choir performs at the Bandstand in Keynsham Memorial Park, 2pm to 3pm.
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n Bath Spa Band performs at the Bandstand in Keynsham Memorial Park, 3pm to 4.55pm.
REGULAR EVENTS
n Hymns in the Park with the Salvation Army at the Bandstand in Keynsham Memorial Park, 3pm to 4.15pm.
n Why not drop into Victoria Methodist Church on the High Street for a coffee or tea break, where you will receive a warm welcome. We are open every morning, Monday to Saturday, from 10am to noon. Pop in – we would love to see you.
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n ‘I Was There’ at Keynsham Library, 1pm to 2.30pm. Come and hear personal memories of local people alongside a photographic exhibition of the aftermath of the flood in Keynsham. For a full list of Great Flood commemoration events see www.wern.org.uk/greatflood/commemoration-events.
July 21
n Join Saltford Walkers for a two-and-a-half to three-mile walk to Beese’s Tea Gardens, meeting at 9.30am. All ages welcome, for details go to saltfordwalkers.org.uk or @SaltfordWalkers on Twitter. n Reuse sale at the old MoD building next to Pixash Lane Recycling Centre, Keynsham. Household goods and garden items too good to throw away will be on sale from £5, with some available for free. Find out more at www.bathnes.gov.uk/reusesale or contact Council Connect on 01225 30 40 41or by emailing councilconnect@bathnes.gov.uk n Keynsham Abbey open to visitors, who are welcome to help a working party as they maintain the ruins, from 2pm. Email bristolhas@ gmail.com for more details.
n Free gentle 30-minute walk for over 55s. Meet outside Keynsham Methodist Church, 10am, for a gentle walk followed by refreshments. Suitable for those that haven’t exercised in a while! Call Sandhya on 07789 880 415. n Keynsham and Saltford Local History Society holds an illustrated talk on a topic of local interest at 7.30pm, usually on the third Monday of each month from October to April. The venue is St Dunstan’s Catholic Church Hall, Bristol Road, Keynsham. Admission free for members or £4 for visitors. n A new WI for Saltford. Come and find out what WI can offer. Enjoy friendship, activities, talks outings and much more. We look forward to meeting you on the third Monday of the month at 10am in the Avon Room at Saltford Hall. Call Maureen on 0117 937 4108. n Fitness for all abilities 9.30am, Fear Hall, Keynsham, High Street. Bring a smile and comfy clothes. Tel Debi: 07807460856; email:fit@ zen02.com; or www.zen02.com 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 5-7.30pm. If you have a personal project or just want to give it a go or to develop your skills new members are welcome. Call Dave Vickery on 0117 986 8331. n Art class at 10am to noon in the Fear Hall, Keynsham, alternate Mondays. Small friendly group, all abilities, with experienced teacher. £5.50 per session. Call 07784 839781 for more information. n Pilates for backs, 5.45pm, Fear Hall, Keynsham High Street. Call Sandhya on 07789 880 415. n Cardio Fit, high energy aerobics, St Mary’s Church Hall, Saltford, 7.40pm. Call 07903 367887 to book a class. n Short mat bowls. Learn to play with a really friendly mixed club at The Fear Hall, High Street Keynsham on Mondays, 1.30 to 4pm. September to May. Everyone welcome. Ring Alma on 0117 986 4014 or just turn up. n Keynsham Methodist Church Victoria Women’s Guild. We are a friendly group of older ladies who enjoy the fellowship of like-minded people, a relaxed programme of talks, fun, quizzes, and occasionally lunch or tea together. Our regular Monday afternoon meetings always finish with a welcome chat over a cup of tea. Any ladies who are interested will be warmly welcomed. The Fellowship Room, Key Centre, Victoria Centre, Keynsham Methodist Church. For details, call at the Church Office or phone 0117 914 9408. n Keynsham and District Lions Club meets the second Monday of every month, 7pm to 7.30pm at Saltford Hall. The group undertakes fundraising for various causes locally, nationally and internationally and supports community events. New members welcome, call 0117 9609446 or visit www. keynshamlions.org.uk. n Key Voices, Keynsham’s friendly community singing group, meets at St Dunstan’s Church, Bristol Road. New members welcome, rehearsals start at 7.30pm, £4.50 per session. Choir leader Ben
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Collings is an ex-music student from Bath Spa University. Call Roy on 0117 949 8587 for information. n Keynsham Creative Writers meet at Keynsham Baptist Church on the second and fourth Monday of the month, from 2.30-4pm. We are a small, friendly group and welcome new members of all abilities. For more information contact George on 0117 914 8654 or george. liddell@blueyonder.co.uk. n ChoirJam pop choir meets on Mondays, 7.30-9pm, at Somerdale Pavilion, Cross Road, Keynsham BS31 2FW. We sing everything from Fleetwood Mac to Adele and have a lot of fun doing it! Adults of all ages are welcome to join. We’re a friendly bunch and there’s no audition or experience necessary – you just need to be enthusiastic and to love singing. To book a free taster session, contact Emma Hutchinson on 07793 983040, email emma@choirjam.co.uk or visit www.choirjam.co.uk. n Badminton. Come and join a friendly, mixed adult group, young and old, who play badminton from 10am to noon at Keynsham Leisure Centre, £2.40 per person. Just come along and have some fun. n Saltford Scrabble Club meets in Saltford Hall every Monday (except bank holidays), 7-9pm. Playing for fun – all abilities. £2 per night, includes a drink. Call 01225 874259. n Keynsham Wellbeing Walks with Age UK B&NES take place every Monday morning in Keynsham. To take part, call 01225 484510 or email active@ ageukbanes.co.uk n Keynsham Bridge Club is a friendly local club which meets at 7pm, at the Fear Hall, High Street, Keynsham. We play Duplicate Bridge in a relaxed and friendly environment, and would welcome new members who have just learned to play bridge, and others looking to improve their skills and enjoy an evening of bridge. Contact Pauline or Robert on 0117 985 8495. n 50+ Light and Easy Exercise classes would welcome new members to their group. Fun, friendly and social class on Turn to Page 36
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l From Page 35 Mondays, 10-11am, at Keynsham Methodist Church, Key Centre. Cost £4 per session. Contact Jenny for more details on 0117 961 3327. n The Women’s Section of the Royal British Legion Keynsham would be delighted to welcome new members. They meet upstairs at the RBL Club on the first Monday of each month, 7.30pm. Occasionalspeakers, social events and outings. Come and meet new friends.
n Keynsham Machine Knitting Club. We meet on the second Monday in the month at Stirling Way Community Centre, Keynsham, 2-4pm. We have two club machines to practice knitting. Help and tuition will be given to get you knitting again. We try to have at least four speakers/demonstrators a year. Come and join us, we are a very friendly club. Call Margaret on 0117 986 5559.
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n Short mat bowling at Keynsham Scout hut, Ashton Way, 1pm to 4pm. All year round. Everyone welcome, first three sessions are free. n Age UK B&NES hosts Tai Chi at Victoria Methodist Church, 2.15pm to 3.15pm, £4. To join, contact
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Ketyn Jepson or Michelle Tarrant on 01225 484510 or email active@ ageukbanes.co.uk n Age UK B&NES Cook & Eat sessions (alternate weeks when running), 10.30am to 12.30pm, Community at 67, Queens Road, £5 per session. Contact Ketyn Jepson or Michelle Tarrant on 01225 484510 or email active@ ageukbanes.co.uk for dates. n Keynsham Writers is a small, friendly support group for people who have day jobs. We’re open to any type of writing, but particularly novelists serious about one day getting published. Generally the group meets on Tuesdays, sometimes other days for “quiet writing”. For the latest dates and times, we encourage members to check the Keynsham Writers Facebook page. Location is Bonzo Lounge, usually to the left of the bar unless otherwise stated. n Zumba Gold, lower impact Zumba. Ideal for over-50s, beginners. Royal British Legion, upstairs hall. Everyone welcome, and you’ll meet new people while having fun! 11.30am to 12.15pm. £3.50 per class. Contact Philomena on 07966 373089. www. zumbainbristol.co.uk n Age UK B&NES Book Club Meets on the last Tuesday of
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the month,10am to 11.30am at Keynsham Library, donation £3. Details from Ketyn Jepson or Michelle Tarrant on 01225 484510 or email active@ageukbanes.co.uk n The Macular Degeneration Group meets on the second Tuesday of the month at Boots Opticians in Keynsham High Street. It is an opportunity to chat over coffee and get help and support from fellow sufferers. Call 0117 973 5292 for more details. n Keynsham Older People’s Social Group (KOPS), first Tuesday of every month, 2-4pm at Community At 67, Queens Road. New members always welcome. Contact Michelle Tarrant at Age UK BaNES on 01225 484510 or active@ageukbanes. co.uk for more information. Website ageukbanes.co.uk n Keynsham Walking Football Club on the 3G pitch at Keynsham Town Football Club, for the over-65s, 1011am. The beautiful game played a little slower – turn up and play. Call Martin on 07754 543719. n Get out, meet people, have fun and keep fit! Really informal, friendly, mixed badminton club for adults 18 to 80. Beginners court 1, previous players/ regulars courts 2,3,4. Keynsham Leisure Centre,10am-noon, £2.40. Just drop in or ring Clive on 0117 986 6793. n Sing along to your favourite rhymes at Baby Bounce & Rhyme, every Tuesday at Keynsham Library: Session 1 – 10-10.30am; Session 2 – 11-11.30am. n Parkinson’s Bath & District Branch, Keynsham social coffee mornings – every last Tuesday in the month. 10.30am-noon at The Talbot Inn, Bath Road, Keynsham, BS31 1NP. Open to anyone with Parkinson’s Disease, a carer or friend wishing to support those with the disease, help in a voluntary capacity, or organise fundraising events. n Keynsham green drinks, every third Tuesday of the month, upstairs at The Ship Inn from 7.30pm, Temple Street. A friendly group of Keynsham residents interested in green and environmental issues, we get together monthly for a drink and a chat. New faces welcome!
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n ChoirJam pop choir meets on Tuesdays 7.30-9pm at the Fear Hall in the High Street. We sing everything from Fleetwood Mac to Adele and have a lot of fun doing it! Adults of all ages are welcome to join. We’re a friendly bunch and there’s no audition or experience necessary – you just need to be enthusiastic and to love singing. To book a free taster session contact Emma Hutchinson 07793 983040, emma@choirjam.co.uk or visit www.choirjam.co.uk. n The Ship Inn Petanque Club meets between 11am and 2pm at The Ship Inn, Temple Street. n New T-Jive modern jive class. Every Tuesday afternoon from 2-4pm at The Fear Hall, 30 High Street, Keynsham. Modern jive is one of the easiest partner dances to learn – based on rock’n roll but much smoother. Come on your own or with a friend or partner, there are several of us on hand to lead or follow. Tea and biscuits served frequently. All ages and abilities, beginners especially welcome. Free first lesson. For details, contact Sue on 07979 740702. n Keynsham and Saltford Gardeners’ Association meets on the first Tuesday of the month, except in June and July, at the Fear Hall in Keynsham High Street at 2pm. The group hears talks from speakers and goes on trips. All are welcome, drop in to find out more or call Betty on 0117 932 4045. n Saltford Floral Club meets on the fourth Tuesday each month at 2.15pm at Saltford Hall. Visitors welcome, demonstrations/practice. Contact Shirley Hobbs on 0117 986 2924. n Fry Club Joggers run every Tuesday, meeting at 7pm in the Somerdale Pavilion foyer. We jog/ run five to seven miles around the local area. Friendly club with members from 20s to 70s. New joiners always welcome. See frysjoggers.btck.co.uk. n St John’s Toddler Group meets every Tuesday and Thursday during term-time from 9.45-11.30am in St John’s Church Hall, Keynsham. Children aged 0-4 years can come and play with a wide range of toys and take part in craft activities and singing every week. Refreshments
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n WHAT’S ON included. All welcome – first session free. Contact Anais Hall on 07545 391659. n Activity days at @One, St John’s Church, Keynsham. The activities are cookery or art in the morning (10am-2pm) then drama in the afternoon (2-4pm) for people with learning disabilities, £33.33 for full day, bring packed lunch. Call the Swallow office to book on 01761 414034 or email judy@ swallowcharity.org. n Wellsway Ladies’ Badminton Club, 7.30-9.30pm at Keynsham Leisure Centre. For more information, call Jenny on 0117 986 8331. n 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. n St Keyna Townswomen’s Guild meets on the second Tuesday of each month in the Fear Hall, Keynsham between 9.45am and 11.45am. They are a friendly, outgoing group of ladies who enjoy interesting speakers and numerous sub-group outings and activities. Come along to our next meeting for a coffee/ tea and biscuits, you will be most welcome. n Popular sequence dances at The Fear Hall, Keynsham, 7.30-10pm. Anyone interested in dancing is welcome, friendly atmosphere, first visit free. Call 0117 986 2819/0117 986 4014.
Wednesday n Improvers yoga and meditation with Sandhya, 6pm. Classes help you improve your health and wellbeing. Suitable for those with six months’ yoga practice or if you consider yourself physically fit. Fear Hall, Keynsham High Street (next to HSBC bank). www.yogakeynsham. com, 07789 880 415, info@ yogakeynsham.com n Short mat bowling at Wellsway School sports centre, 7pm to 10pm. All year round, everyone welcome. First three sessions are free.
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ln Pilates for backs/for the more mature, 12pm. Small group suitable for beginners with non-specific back pain, chronic back pain, herniated discs and more. Fear Hall, Keynsham High Street (next to HSBC bank). www. yogakeynsham.com, 07789 880 415, info@yogakeynsham.com n Move It or Lose It exercise classes, run by Age UK B&NES and led by physical training instructor Mike Spiring, at Keynsham Scout HQ, Ashton Way, £4. To join contact Ketyn Jepson or Michelle Tarrant on 01225 484510 or email active@ ageukbanes.co.uk n Fitness for all abilities 10am, Fear Hall, Keynsham, High Street. Bring a smile and comfy clothes. Tel Debi: 07807460856; email:fit@ zen02.com; or www.zen02.com n Age UK B&NES’ Walking Group, variable programme, often leaving around 10am. Cost is £18 per year, which allows you to go out with any of the walking groups in the area. Contact Ketyn Jepson or Michelle Tarrant on 01225 484510 or email active@ageukbanes.co.uk for details.
runs on Wednesdays in term time, 4-5pm at Community At 67. Call Sheila Crocombe on 0117 986 3961. n Baby Comes Too meets every Wednesday afternoon, in term time, from 1.15pm to 2.45pm upstairs in the Key Centre, Keynsham. All carers with children aged 0-4 years are welcome! We have a home corner, dressing up, books, jigsaws, plenty of play vehicles, Peppa Pig toys and lots more! Refreshments are included. £1 per family per week. Please join us, the first session is free! See www.babycomestoo.btck. co.uk. n Badminton, 10am-noon. Very friendly ladies’ badminton club. Every Wednesday at Keynsham Leisure Centre. Previous experience needed, but we are a group of mixed abilities. First week free.
n Cardio Fit, high energy aerobics, St Mary’s Church Hall, Saltford, 9.15am. Call 07903 367887 to book a class.
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 Coffee and craft at Community at 67, Queens Road, 10am12.30pm. Do you enjoy crafting or like to learn new skills or teach others? All types of craft welcome, help plan trips and demonstrations. For more details, please contact Clare on 077 377 42300, email community67@gmail.com, follow us on Facebook.
n The Keynsham and Saltford branch of the British Sugarcraft Guild meets on the second Wednesday of every month, 7.15pm, at the Wick House Community Hall, Wick House Close, Saltford. Cake decorating demonstrations, workshops for all to join in, please just come along. Contact Iris Seymour
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on 01275 834233 for more information. n Community At 67 Scrabble Club meets on Wednesday of each week from 2-4pm. New members welcome, ring 0773 774 2300 or come along. Meets at 67 Queens Road, Keynsham.
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n Short mat bowling at Keynsham Scout hut, Ashton Way, 1pm to 4pm. All year round. Everyone welcome, first three sessions free. n Walking football for over-50s is back after the winter break, 8-9pm, AJN Stadium, Keynsham. Call Martin on 07754 543719. n Music For The Mind at St Dunstan’s Church Hall on the second and fourth Thursday of each month, 10.30am to noon. Free entry. Open to all who have been diagnosed with dementia, with a carer if needed. Details from Keynsham Dementia Action Alliance on 0117 983 7923. n Badminton club – join a friendly club who play at Broadlands Academy on Thursday evenings, 7pm until 9pm. Contact Joan on 01761453169. n Come and listen to stories and rhymes for youngsters at Story Time every Thursday during term time at Keynsham Library, 1010.30am. n Age UK B&NES’ Walking Group, meets twice a month on a Thursday morning, currently has spaces for new walkers. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people, Turn to Page 38
n Keynsham Good Afternoon Choir with music man Grenville Jones, 2-4pm at Victoria Methodist Church. No auditions and great songs with the accent on fun and friendship. £3.60 per session, come and meet us. Call 01761 472468 or visit www.goodafternoonchoir. org
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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 Saltford Sewing Group for clothes sewers of all ages and skills, sharing ideas and techniques and creating classic and unique garments. Group is held on Thursday afternoons. Contact June on 01225 872304. n Painting for pleasure club, we meet Thursday afternoons from
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2-4pm at Saltford Hall. Contact Frances on 01225 873773. n St John’s Toddler Group meets every Tuesday and Thursday during term-time between 9.45am and 11.30am in St John’s Church Hall, Keynsham. Children 0-4 years can come and play with a wide range of toys and take part in craft activities and singing. Refreshments included. All welcome – first session free. Call Anais Hall on 07545 391659. n Somerset Morris Dancers meet 8-10pm at Marksbury Village Hall. We are a women’s side and dance West Country Stave Dances and Cotswold Morris. New musicians welcome, male and female, at 7.30pm. Call Jill on 01761 470773 for more information.
Friday n Fitness for all abilities 9.30am, Fear Hall, Keynsham, High Street. Bring a smile and comfy clothes. Tel Debi: 07807460856; email:fit@ zen02.com; or www.zen02.com
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n Keynsham Walking Football Club on the 3G pitch at Keynsham Town Football Club, 10-11am. The beautiful game played a little slower – turn up and play. Details from Martin on 07754 543719.
weekly 45km ride around Chew Valley Lake, starting at Ashton Way car park in Keynsham at 7am and ending at Keynsham Cricket Club for refreshments. Visit www.saltandsham.co.uk for more details.
n Tea ‘n’ Tots meets 9.30-11.30am every Friday morning during term time in Keynsham Baptist Church hall. This is a free drop-in for babies, toddlers and their carers, with toys, craft, stories and singing. For more information, contact Hilary on 01225 874791.
n Keynsham has a community veg plot to share. Anyone who would like to grow vegetables but doesn’t know how, doesn’t have a garden or just loves gardening and wants to meet other likeminded people can come along to the plot from 10.30am on the first Saturday of the month. You’ll find us behind the cafe in Keynsham Memorial Park. Call Aileen on 07854 149008.
n Goldies Singing Sessions are held on the second and last Friday of each month. The group sing the hits of the Fifties onwards in a very relaxed and informal sing-a-long setting. Join us at The Hawthorns on the second Friday of the month from 10.3011.30am and at the Key Centre on the last Friday of the month from 2-3pm. Call Abby on 01761 470006. n CAMEO is a friendly group providing fellowship and a wide range of activities for those living on their own. We are open to all denominations or to those with no affiliations. We meet for coffee (10am-noon) at Victoria Methodist Church on the first Friday of the month. If you are interested, come for coffee or contact the Church Office on 0117 914 9408 or Christopher Bailey on 01225 872784. 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.
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n Free Turn Up and Play Football Sessions for children aged between five and 16 with physical, sensory and learning difficulties, 9am to10am at Keynsham Town FC. Contact Martin for more details on 07754 543719.
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n Weekend Wellness Saturdays, 10-11am, free (funded by the Wellbeing College) at Timeout, Keynsham. Visit www. yogakeynsham.com or email Yogakeynsham@gmail.com for more information. n Salt and Sham Cycle Club’s
n Who Let the Dads Out, 1011.30am, third Saturday of the month. St John’s Church Hall, Keynsham. Dads, grandads, male carers and preschool kids. Bacon butties, toys, great coffee. Follow us on Twitter @ keynshamwltdo.
Sunday ln Family yoga with Sandhya 10.30am at the Fear Hall, Keynsham High Street. www. yogakeynsham.com 07789 880 415 n Free 5k runs for women. 8am on Sundays, Somerdale Pavilion, Keynsham. Routes will be 5k+ at an easy conversational pace and include warm-up and cooldown. See www.thismumruns. co.uk. n Walks for single people. Solo Rendezvous walk every Sunday in the local area, starting at 11am. Please phone for walk details: 01454 775508 / 01454 774984 / 0117 9850210.
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ummer will finish with a flourish in Bristol this summer as The Downs returns with a superb lineup featuring Noel Gallagher’s High-Flying Birds, Paul Weller, Orbital and Goldie and The Ensemble on Saturday, September 1. Former Oasis frontman Noel will be heading up the bill, with fellow British music legend Paul Weller another heavyweight act for the event. The Heavy, Houston trio Khruangbin, Nadine Shah and Dream Wife will also be playing to tens of thousands of music fans on Bristol’s much-loved green space. The Avon Stage will be headlined by a live set from electronic legends Orbital and will also host performances from producer/DJ Goldie and the Heritage Ensemble, Basement Jaxx playing their world-beating DJ set, Channel One reggae soundsystem and Laid Blak.
Win two tickets to The Downs Bristol! For all you festival fans out there, here’s a competition you won’t want to miss. We’ve got a pair of tickets up for grabs for The Downs Bristol on Saturday, September 1. It couldn’t be easier to enter. Simply email emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk with your name and why you should win these tickets. You can also enter by post, to Keynshamvoice, 16 Chandag Road, Keynsham, BS31 1NR. Postal entries must include a phone number.
The Information Stage, home of keynote speakers and discussion, will also return. Conal Dodds, co-founder of co-promoters Crosstown Concerts, commented: “Noel has never headlined a show in Bristol so we are really excited to bring him and his band to the city and I think we’ve got the best line-up we’ve had so far at The Downs.”
No purchase necessary. The competition will be open from June 28 2018 until July 31 2018. All prize winners will be contacted via email after the closing date. No information regarding entries will be disclosed to any third party not involved in the promotion of The Downs Bristol. The prize is non-transferable or exchangeable. There is no cash alternative. The publisher’s decision is final.
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Grab a bargain at popular reuse sale Household and garden items too good to go to waste will be on offer at bargain prices with the return of Keynsham’s popular reuse sale. Bath and North East Somerset Council is bringing the event back to the town on Saturday, July 21, from 10am to noon at the old MoD building next to the recycling centre in Pixash Lane. Anyone who has unwanted items that are still in good condition can drop them off at the recycling centre for the sale. Items can include furniture, bric-a-brac, bicycles, garden goods and some building materials. Prices at the sale will start at £5, while some items will be given away for free. Cards will be accepted for purchases over £5 and items purchased must be taken away on the day. There will also be an
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Members of Keynsham Walkers are Welcome enjoy a rest and the view at Sham Castle
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K opportunity to visit B&NES Council’s recycling roadshow at the sale to find out how to recycle more at home. Staff will be on hand to give advice on how to reduce waste, answer questions and provide free recycling containers if needed. For more information, visit www.bathnes.gov.uk/reusesale or contact Council Connect on 01225 30 40 41 or email councilconnect@bathnes. gov.uk
Church on lookout for new choir leader St Francis Church in Keynsham is looking for a new choir leader to lead and develop their enthusiastic group of singers. The new recruit needs to be able to play the piano, take the weekly practice and attend the morning service. “This is a key role within our church community,” said Rev Andrew Judge, vicar at St Francis.
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“We are seeking a person who shares our enthusiasm and who is able to combine both traditional hymns and modern songs in worship. “We also see music as a means of development and outreach for our church”. Anyone who would like more information about the post can visit the church’s website www. keynshamparish.org.uk/stfrancis-church
eynsham Walkers are Welcome stepped outside their comfort zone for their walk in June. Catching the bus to Bath, collecting other walkers on the way, 23 of us assembled at the bus station for the eight-mile moderately difficult walk around the south-east corner of the city. This included the Bath Skyline walk, which features prominently in the city’s attractions. It was a steady uphill climb for 1.5 miles, before we reached level ground at Sham Castle, where we rested for a few moments to admire the view. Skirting the golf club, with Batheaston across the valley, we entered Bathampton Wood, meeting many other walkers on the way. Crossing over the remains of the track that carried the stonefilled wagons from the quarry to the canal, we emerged into Bushey Norwood. Walking around the university grounds, we stopped at the welcoming National Trust refreshment stall, before passing the Claverton Cats’ and Dogs’ Home. There was then a level, clearly defined footpath for two miles, with Bath Clinic on our left, before heading into Rainbow Woods. A steep descent brought us out onto Widcombe Hill, which we joined and continued down into
the High Street, where the open doors of The Ram pub lured the remaining exhausted walkers in for a well-earned drink. This was another challenging but rewarding walk under our belt, which again attracted several new members.
Dates for the diary
Tuesday, July 3, 6pm Organisers' meeting at the Manor House Hotel. Sunday, July 8, 9.45am Memorial Park cafe. River Chew Commemoration walk as part of the 1968 Flood 50th anniversary events. A five-mile level walk to Compton Dando meeting people affected by the floods en route. Free, just turn up. Organised by Keynsham Town Council. Sunday, July 8, 2.30pm Memorial Park cafe. One of the monthly history society walks focusing on mills and industry in Keynsham. About 1.5 miles, 90 minutes. Free – just turn up. Sunday, July 15, 10am Themed walk joining Keynsham in Bloom for the Scarecrow Trail. Two miles and two hours long. Free – just turn up.
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Apprentice Matt earns top-three spot An apprentice working for a Saltford company has beaten hundreds of others to win a top-three spot in a national apprenticeship awards scheme. Matt Jones is an electrical apprentice with integrated services company Mobius Works and earned third place in this year’s NICEIC and ELECSA Apprentice of the Year Awards. More than 650 people applied for the awards, which celebrate the talents of electrical apprentices. Matt was named one of eight finalists after competing in an online exam about electrical installations, followed by a written examination for the top 20 per cent of entrants. The final eight then took part in a series of practical tests at competition sponsor Scolmore’s headquarters before the winners were announced at the Belfry Golf Course in Sutton Coldfield. Finishing in third place overall, Matt received prizes including a £250 holiday voucher. A Mobius spokesperson said: “We are incredibly proud of Matt’s achievement and will continue to invest in offering quality apprenticeships for talented young people who will have the opportunity gain the skills needed to play a fundamental part in our future growth.”
Tribute to carers A Saltford care home has paid tribute to its carers with a day of celebration. Kingfisher Lodge thanked its care staff for the service they provide to residents and patients, presenting each with a handmade personalised mug and treating them to fish and chips. The day coincided with National Carers Week and general manager Clare said: “I am very proud of the carers within Kingfisher Lodge. Our carers work hard to provide high quality, personalised care to the people living in our homes, often go above and beyond the call of duty and have a huge impact on people’s lives. They also offer friendship and comfort to residents and their relatives during what can be a very emotional time.”
Members of Bristol Friendship Force and guests with former Lord Mayor of Bristol Alastair Watson
Making lifelong friends in every corner of the world People across Bristol who open their homes to guests from around the world are preparing to welcome their next group of international visitors, this time from Northern Colorado in America. We meet Carole Duckett, president of the Bristol Friendship Force, and Gloria Woodman to find out more about “travelling the world as a guest” and making friends in every corner of the globe.
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glimpse of “real life” can be the highlight of a holiday, from finding a little restaurant frequented only by locals to being unexpectedly welcomed to join a village celebration. These insights into another culture are memorable and, as one group of Bristol-based travel-lovers know, valuable experiences. Members of the Bristol Friendship Force (BFF) have been welcomed into homes around the globe, from Azerbaijan to Colombia and Kentucky, to experience the dayto-day routines of people from all walks of life. It’s travelling the world as
a guest, rather than a tourist, members say, meeting new people, discovering common ground as well as differences and – most importantly – making friends. The group is part of a global network of Friendship Force clubs spanning more than 60 countries, with visits – or “journeys” – arranged between them. Members from Bristol have just returned from a visit to Calgary and Medicine Hat in Canada and are now preparing to welcome FF members from Northern Colorado to Bristol in September. BFF president Carole Duckett, who lives in Keynsham,
said: “It’s a totally different experience to anything you could do as an ordinary tourist and you end up with people you can call friends all over the world. “We email and phone before each journey and when we finally meet it is already like we have known each other for a long time – I always find that magical. “We are all different but we are in the Friendship Force clubs for the same purpose – to make a little bit of difference and contribute to peace in our own small way.” The Friendship Force was launched, with the backing of US president Jimmy Carter, in 1977 during the Cold War as a nonreligious, non-political group with the simple aim to break down barriers between cultures through friendship. In 1992, the organisation was even nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for its work in forging links between the US and Russia. Today there are 15,000 members who take part in “journeys” and act as hosts in
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PEN TO PAPER with Keynsham Creative Writers
A Child in an Army Camp
Weary travellers, above, and the group of BFF members who travelled to the US in St Louis on the banks of the Mississippi River
During the last world war, as my father was serving in the army in India his family was given accommodation within the camp. What fun for a five-year-old who had no toys because we had to leave home in a hurry! One Saturday afternoon, Dad needed a new pair of shoes, so Mother and I went to the shoe shop with him. I love shoes! Our mode of transport on the camp was bicycles, or in my case a tricycle. I was left outside with the bikes. While I was waiting, two soldiers from the Black Watch came to the shop – one was in trousers but the other was in, what to a child was, a skirt! They rode up and rested their feet on the low wall. So I copied them. The soldier in the “skirt” interested me so I said hello, and he responded. The next question was,
Are you a boy or a girl? I’m a boy, he said smiling. Why are you wearing a skirt, was my next question. It’s not a skirt it’s a kilt, he said. I happened to be wearing a pleated skirt of the same tartan material. My mother made my kilt, was my response. Your mother must be very clever, he answered. I then got off my tricycle, lifted my skirt and said, Look I’ve got knickers to match, have you? He didn’t answer that question, but got on his bike and road off in a hurry and his friend nearly fell off his bike with laughter! I asked, Why has your friend gone away? The answer I got, with a laugh, was a warning – NEVER ask a Scotsman what he wears under his kilt, little girl. I have since heeded his warning! Erica Andrews
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their hometowns and Carole, who has been a member of BFF for eight years, says real friendships are formed with members staying in touch and often arranging to visit each other again after their initial stays. “There is no better way to get to know people than by staying in their home,” she said. “Meeting someone for the first time can be daunting to some but it is surprising how quickly you become friends – and language never seems to be a problem even if you don’t speak the same one! “We all learn so much – I recently learned the proper way to drink tequila from some Mexican guests! And when people come to Bristol we can show them things that they wouldn’t see as tourists. Many of our visitors are very interested in how we buy houses and one guest was very curious as to how we all find time to cook ourselves a full English every morning before work or school!” The September visit from Northern Colorado will include
a welcome and farewell party as well as sightseeing in and around Bristol and the group is preparing a busy programme for their guests. The next “journey” away will see members possibly visit Brazil in 2019. The group, which has 36 members, is keen to attract new members of all ages to take part in visits as well as hosting people in the Bristol area. Besides travelling, the group also organises monthly coffee mornings and lunches as well as social outings such as walks or trips to the theatre. Members also support the candle-lit service hosted every Christmas by the Lord Mayor of Bristol, who is the group’s patron and always meets the Friendship Force members visiting the city. Carole and Gloria said: “If you like meeting new people, travelling and socialising both abroad and here in the UK then maybe Bristol Friendship Force is just the kind of club you are looking to join.” For more information about getting involved, email carole. duckett@caduce.plus.com
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Harmonious second meet for music group by Ros Anstey After the success of the first Rural Links Music Project at Compton Dando Village Hall, the second proved to be similarly rewarding. Village agent Ken Webb said: “At the first event we had a group of mixed-ability musicians attend. We had a trumpet, violin, banjo, drums and keyboards, and everyone got on very well. By the end of the session they managed to play a tune together.” The project all started with the idea that there must be a lot of musicians in the rural community, or people who had always wanted to learn to play, and who
possibly had become isolated. Mr Webb said: “I sent an email to everybody I could think of and a piece in all the parish magazines. The response has been great and David Brunskill was the first to reply, offering his help and support with his extensive experience with choirs and bands.” At the second session, David conducted the group who, under his direction, ended up playing a tuneful Blue Moon, later followed by My Blue Heaven, with singer Michael Perkins bringing it to life. Guitarist Graham Jennings from Chew Magna said: “I came along to enjoy myself and meet
people like me, and talk to someone about music.” There were even spectators at this second event, including Chris Jones from Pensford, who said: “I want to learn to play the clarinet but wanted to see what it was all about before buying one.” Mr Webb said: “The project is self-supporting and the charge per session is £3 each, to cover hire of the hall and refreshments. “We are a mixed-ability self-help group, some experienced, some beginners and some improvers. The idea is that those that can help those that can’t. “We now have ten members
and would welcome anyone who would like to come along with their instruments and join us.” The group is holding the monthly sessions at Compton Dando Parish Hall, from 2pm until 4pm on a Thursday. The next two sessions will be Thursday, July 12, and Thursday, August 9. For further information, contact Mr Webb on 07919 006708, or leave a message at the office on 01275 333700. Music sessions at Compton Dando are part of the Rural Links project funded by St Monica Trust and being run in collaboration with the Village Agents.
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Group impressed by expertise in cheese!
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embers of Keynsham Women’s Institute visited Bath Soft Cheese Co on Thursday, June 14. Cheesemaking has been taking place at Park Farm, Kelston for three generations and Graham, the owner, was happy to explain all the processes to our members. The farm has a herd of 160 Holstein Freisian cows. Sixty per cent of their milk is used to produce Bath Soft Cheeses; the rest is sold to other producers of cheese and ice cream. The award-winning cheese is produced in a state-of-the-art facil-
ity at Park Farm and the company is registered with Organic Farmers and Growers. There are mainly three types of cheese made here: Bath Soft Cheese, Wyfe of Bath and Bath Blue. After donning hairnets and shoe protectors and having a good hand wash the group were able to view and hear all about the processes involved in cheesemaking. After the tour, we were able to sample all the cheeses and then enjoy a fine lunch and a drink. There is a good cafe serving coffee, lunches and afternoon teas. Well worth a visit.
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A group leader said: “The selection was delicious. This was very popular and the inn staff are prepared to provide cake at every meeting – either for charity funds or as part of their service. We are being well looked after!” The coffee morning is held at the pub on the last Tuesday of the month from 10.30am to noon to give people with Parkinson’s and those who support them the chance to meet others living with the condition. To find out more, contact Hazel Mitchell on 0117 336 0476.
City clears streets for Let’s Ride event
Men’s and Women’s races, which will be taking place from 8am. People can bring their own bikes or hire them at the event and get a photo on the Grand Prix podium. There will also be race bibs, prizes and giveaways, and news of other cycling activities. The event is open to everyone and people can pre-register at www.letsride.co.uk/events/ Bristol or find out more at www. bristol.gov.uk/letsride2018
People attending Keynsham’s latest monthly Parkinson’s coffee morning enjoyed another visit from Steve Spear, a Bristol tour guide, to hear about life in the city after John Cabot’s explorations. The month before, the group – who meet at The Talbot in Bath Road – tucked into cake as staff at the pub had organised a cake stall to raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support.
Cyclists of all ages are being urged to saddle up and enjoy a traffic-free ride through the streets of Bristol city centre on Sunday, July 8. Food, entertainment and a festival atmosphere will await those joining Let’s Ride, which allows people to cycle around a five to six km route without any cars from 1.30pm following the British Cycling Grand Prix
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BOOKS OF THE MONTH with Judith Thomas from Keynsham Library Adult Fiction
The Last Days of Leda Gray by Essie Fox This is a haunting tale set in the heatwave of 1976 England, where a young journalist, Ed Peters, stumbles across a dilapidated shop in a seaside town called Brightland. He meets the owner, who tells him about his reclusive sister living out at White Cliff House. She was a movie star in the very early days of cinema, before World War I. Ed is intrigued – he needs a good story to sell – so goes up to the house to meet Leda Gray. From here the story switches to Leda – her family story; her interest in photography first, then early cinema and her infamous meeting with Charles Beauvois. It is the meeting with Beauvois that changes her life and that of her brother Theo, as the three of them embark on making films in the studio at White Cliff House. At its heart this is a love story between all the characters and really sets the scene of England before World War I and evokes the pioneering spirt of early cinema with its ghostly make-up, strange plots, beguiling actresses and eerie staging. Part ghost story, part mystery story – a good read.
Adult Non-Fiction
The Adventurer’s Guide to Britain by Jen and Sim Benson As the summer approaches, why not try this exciting guide to Great
Britain and its glorious countryside. This book outlines some great adventures – 150 in total across Scotland, the Scottish Islands, Wales and England – aimed at any reasonably active person. These places can be accessed by bike or on foot and include secret caves and wild swimming. There are handy instructions for each location such as camping sites, whether it is family friendly, local highlights, map references and challenge levels. Here are some tasters: Kayak the River Wye 100; Black Down and the Temple of the Winds (Surrey); the Cotswold Way and, my particular favourite, Escape the City by Bike, which describes the Thames Valley Cycleway starting at Putney Bridge in south-west London, travelling through Windsor Great Park and finishing in central Oxford. This is an excellent guide for all things outdoor and can take you to some excellent adventures within Great Britain and to see some breathtaking countryside.
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with the darkest of undercurrents, full of rage and rallying cries: storytelling at its most spellbinding. The plot was clever and intricate but not overly complex, mostly following the plot of the traditional tale, though it had a few surprises of its own. Deep beneath the sea Gaia is a young mermaid who dreams of freedom from her controlling father in a world where a woman can’t be anything but beautiful. On her first swim to the surface, she is drawn towards a human boy. She longs to join him in his carefree world, but how much will she have to sacrifice? It has a real feminist vibe, which only adds to the depth of this heart-breaking tale. The character building and world building is simply beautiful, and I found myself instantly absorbed. The ending didn’t disappoint either, it was haunting and oh so sad. I look forward to reading it again. All in all, it’s a lovely gem of a novel and one I would recommend for fans of retellings. Reviewed by Debbie Bellinger, Keynsham Library Assistant
Children’s Fiction
Luna Loves Library Day by Joseph Coelho, illustrator Fiona Lumbers What a refreshing, beautiful book for little ones. Luna loves her library, and we can feel she is not the only one for whom this place is full of adventure, sweet time, imagination and creation. We all know how important the library is for children and this book tells us all about it. The pictures are really nice and look quite like our Keynsham
Library so it makes it more real to us. A serious topic is in the background of this charming little story, which probably only grown-up eyes will notice. Reviewed by Emilie Bioud, Keynsham Library Assistant
Library News
It is that exciting time of year again and July 14 sees the start of the national Summer Reading Challenge for children. Your challenge, if you accept, is to read six books over the summer holiday. Come into your local library and sign up for your Reading Pack. The title this year is Mischief Makers and the challenge is set in Beanotown where Dennis, Gnasher and their buddies are on the trail of buried treasure. It is up to you to help them find it. Come into the library and choose an audio book, novels, joke books or fact books – they all count. Enjoy the summer with this challenge. l Sing along to your favourite rhymes at Baby Bounce and Rhyme, now every Tuesday at Keynsham Library: Session 1 – 10am to 10.30am; Session 2 – 11am to 11.30am. l Come and listen to stories and rhymes at Story Time every Thursday during term time at Keynsham Library from 10am to 10.30am.
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in the Keynsham and surrounding area. Working in a friendly, positive team environment contributes to supporting your main job role as a carer, giving day-to-day enjoyment of a dignified and fulfilling life to clients within their own home environment. Your desire to work in care is essential, full training will be giving and excelling to achieve a level 2,3 or 4 in a NVQ will be offered. As a company we offer competitive rates of pay (based on experience) • Support with mandatory and diploma qualification • Free DBS and Uniforms provided • Contribution pension scheme • Contributed mileage provided • Great communication skills within the team and management As the role of Healthcare Worker you will need to be able to access the community and surrounding area’s (car driver) and deliver the highest of person centred care whilst respecting client’s independence and choice. Looking at the diversity of each client and their needs to ensure everybody can participate and support recreational activities within their own For care andAssupport community. a carer there is nothing more rewarding than knowing you that’s compassionate, have fulfilled and made a difference to one person’s outlook offering flexible and thatlaughter, support and compassionship. respects an For more information individual’s needsabout and Goldcare Professionals please visit our webpage. Ifwishes, you would like to apply contact Julie for an application form please telephone or pop into at the Goldcare office, we would be happy to discuss any further enquiries with you. Goldcare Professionals 1 Temple Court, Keynsham, BS31 1HA Tel : 0117 986 6140 Julie@goldcareprofessionals.co.uk For more info please visit: www.goldcareprofessionals.com
ELM TREE HOUSE is recruiting SUPPORT WORKERS and SENIOR SUPPORT WORKERS Want to work with amazing, unique individuals who never cease to amaze with their humour, progress and ability to make you smile? Elm Tree House, a CQC rated ‘Good’ home supports adults with learning disabilities and associated physical and mental health conditions including dementia, diabetes, bi-polar and dysphagia. 8 Chandag Road, Keynsham, BS31 1NR Get in touch to find out more.. About our Support Worker posts, you can: Call 0117 986 7791 Email geraldineleavy@priorygroup.com Visit jobs.priorygroup.com and search “Elm Tree” A REAL AND LASTING DIFFERENCE FOR EVERYONE WE SUPPORT
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Assistant Sign Maintenance Engineer required An exciting opportunity for the right candidate. Applicants will ideally have experience of working at height/working on signage experience an advantage. The available position is required to work for a busy nationwide signage maintenance company. Requirement to work in a well established area based from Longwell Green/Keynsham location working in a defined area of works, includes travel into Cornwall and Devon regions. Operating from a fully equipped liveried vehicle providing signage maintenance services /installation/repairs on a reactive and pre planned basis. You must be reliable and flexible to suit the demands of the job. Working at height experience is essential. A full driving licence is required. Please email your cv to be sent to:
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Required to help deliver activities at a weekly social club for children with learning disabilities. Saturday morning 9.30am – 12.30pm, term time only. Odd Down, Bath. £9.00 per hour Prior experience of working with disabled children strongly preferred. -
Book Keeper Required to oversee the Charity’s accounting. Daily banking, record keeping, preparing budgets and monthly reports for the trustees. Weds/Thurs/Fri AM Keynsham 12 hours per week @ £11.00 per hour Accuracy and attention to detail essential. Experience of Sage Accounting strongly preferred. Application forms available at www.keynshammencap.org.uk or request one by emailing jane@keynshammencap.org.uk or calling 0117 9865659. Keynsham & District Mencap Society Registered Charity No.275561
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Clockwise from above: Burnham Lighthouse by Rakesh Nar; Bath Busker by Carey Meredith; Little Owl by Malcolm Shore; Pub Snack by Len Payne; Bedruthan Steps by Philip Burlinson; Passing Shot by Susan Shore; Tranquil Swan by Malcolm Shore
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CHANGING FOR THE BETTER with Transition Keynsham
Stemming the flow of wasted water
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e’re basking in a glorious summer. There’s a glut of strawberries, and it’s looking like a bumper crop of apples this year. Despite the recent lack of rain, the Met Office says that spring has seen average rainfall. But longer term, the Environment Agency says the way we use water in the UK is unsustainable. It estimates that three billion litres of water are lost in England every day through leaks from pipes. That’s equivalent to the amount of water used by more than 20 million people in an average day. Individual households also use unsustainable levels of water. All in all, one third of water taken from the natural environment is wasted through leaks, treatment losses, and in people’s homes. This huge demand for water places stress on our rivers and streams, harming wildlife and damaging wetlands. Stagnant water could even – as our climate warms – see the introduction of
diseases like malaria and dengue fever. Climate change is likely to deliver more extremes of weather – torrential rain followed by extremely dry patches. This cycle means that more water runs off the land rather than seeping into it and replenishing the water table. These factors all lead the Environment Agency to warn that the UK might be facing a 30-year drought. This is
likely to be worse in the South East, but even in this green corner of England we will see the effects. Clearly, it’s up to the water companies to address the hugely wasteful leaks that are going on in the system. But we can all do our bit. As a base line, measure your water use. The Energy Saving Trust has an online water-use calculator to help you work this out. Consider a water meter – they can save money if you’re a small family in a larger house. Take shorter showers, don’t overfill the kettle, wash fruit in a bowl rather than under a running tap. Turn the tap off when you’re cleaning your teeth and use a watering can rather than a hose or sprinkler. Wash your car by hand (or get the kids to do it). Only using the dishwasher or washing machine when there’s a full load conserves water and cuts your fuel bills. And finally, if it hasn’t rained for a while, why not leave out water for the birds and small creatures in the garden? And don’t forget to top up the pond (with a watering can, of course!).
Have say on greener buildings policy Residents are being asked for their views on moves to make new buildings and developments across Bath and North East Somerset more green. B&NES Council is consulting on a new document setting out how developments can be better adapted to the effects of climate change. The draft policy includes a benchmark for all new-builds to achieve a 19 per cent reduction in carbon dioxide emissions and that major development on existing buildings should achieve a 10 per cent reduction. Development should also be future-proofed to avoid overheating and new buildings should also save water, reduce waste and use sustainable materials, the draft policy says. The consultation runs until July 27 and details can be found at libraries and at www.bathnes. gov.uk/SustainableConstruction. Comments can be emailed to planning_policy@bathnes.gov.uk
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Local firms sign up to support carers as charity launches new discount card Businesses in Keynsham are among those signing up to a new scheme to help make life a little easier for local carers. Bath and North East Somerset charity the Carers’ Centre has launched a new discount card that will give carers access to deals at a number of local shops, restaurants and other services. The scheme is currently being supported by 35 businesses across B&NES, including Keynsham’s Avon Valley Adventure and Wildlife Park, Bristol Fun for Hire, FDC Law, House of Scent and Beauty, Studio 9 Hair and Temple Street Canteen. The card was launched during Carers’ Week in June and aims to support carers while they are out shopping, running errands or having a day out, says the charity. Anne-Marie Rose, of Bath business Rose Holistic Therapy,
The B&NES Carers’ Centre team celebrating the launch which has joined the discount support carers in recognition for card scheme, said: “I am keen to all their hard work and dedica-
tion to their caring role.” Janine Woodward-Grant, senior development manager at the Carers’ Centre, said: “We’re delighted that the 35 businesses signed up to the scheme have chosen to recognise and support those who care for others. “The scheme is part of our vision to build carer-friendly communities across the whole region, helping carers through the many challenges caring for a loved one can bring.” Carers registered with the centre are eligible for the card and can apply by calling 01761 431388 or online at banescarers centre.org.uk/carercard. A full business directory will be available on the website. The charity is calling for other businesses to get involved and they can contact Janine at jwg@ banescarerscentre.org.uk or on 01761 431388.
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Badgers and Bats in full swing to hit seven home runs Both Bristol baseball teams demonstrated their offensive power over the weekend of June 16 and 17 as they won their three games, hitting seven home runs, writes our correspondent. In Cambridge, the Badgers overcame the Monarchs 15-3 and 18-3 while the Bats beat the Jets 37-8 in Weston-super-Mare. Ben Smith and Vil Katinas both hit two home runs as the Badgers maintained their grip on the BBF AA Central Division with a 14-0 record. Five Badgers players managed multiple hits in the first game, which saw starting pitcher Tom Hollies go six innings, striking out four Monarchs. The second game was more of the same as the Badgers recorded nine hits, with Luke Claflin making his debut from the pitcher’s mound, striking out five batters over three innings. “I was really proud of the team this weekend. We had 10 players for the two games, missing some key players and we still came away with two solid victories,” said Tom Hollies, manager of the Bats. “Our approach against two good starting pitchers was impressive and four double plays in game one showed how well the team played defensively.” Tom Knox was the star for the Bats in Weston. He blasted two home runs and completed
the rare feat of hitting a single, double, triple and home run in the same game. As a team, the Bats had a field day at the plate recording 32 hits, with Nerius Tamosiunas also adding to his season’s home run tally. Nerius completed a good day from the pitcher’s mound, striking out six Jets over five innings. “It was a great way to finish the first half of the season,” said Bats manager Keith Weinberg. “The team is showing real character and on-field improvements and I think we can really push hard for the playoffs.” Both teams then had a weekend off from competition when the club hosted the annual South West Baseball League (SWBL) All Star game on Sunday, June 24. The best players from the Northern Conference took on their equivalents from the Southern Conference at Somerdale Pavilion in Keynsham, where Bristol Baseball Club is based.
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Bowlers kit out scarecrows for town’s trail The Men’s and Ladies’ captains of Keynsham Bowling Club, Beresford Parker and Ann Newbery, are pictured enjoying some refreshments at the club’s barbecue – with their scarecrow effigies, writes our correspondent. These have been made by club members as an entry into the Keynsham in Bloom scarecrow trail. More than 50 members enjoyed the food and drink that was organised by the club’s social committee, to raise funds for the captains’ charity, which, this year is the Jessie May Trust. The captains were delighted that more than £400 was added to the fund. While the club has a very active social life, it is primarily a bowling club and results on the green are important. In the Thursday night Bristol and District Men’s League, the A team is in third position in division two, the B team is fifth in division three and the C team
seventh in division four. In the Saturday North Somerset League the A team is fifth in Premier 2, the B team sixth in East 1 and the C team fourth in East 2. Competing in the Lloyds Trophy, the men beat Bradley Stoke by seven shots in the first round but lost by 16 shots at home to Greenbank in the second round. The ladies play in the North Somerset Ladies’ League where they are currently in third position, in addition to fielding a team in the Mendip Triples League. Most of these fixtures, together with friendly games, are played in the afternoons but if you walk past the green in the morning you will witness plenty of activity as the club’s internal competitions are in full swing.
Frys suffer series of league losses
Frys not able to regain shot, took four points from the 46-48 loss. Scores: Rink 1: 11-23; Rink 2: 16-14; Rink 3: 19-11; Frys 46-48 Ardagh (4-6). The preceding three league games also saw losses for Frys. On May 24, Avonvale were the visitors to Frys, in a game that saw rain fall throughout. Frys started the better, gaining the early lead on rinks 1 and 2. After the halfway point, Avonvale fought back to gain the lead in the closing stages. Frys were unable to gain the four shots required to win the game on final end, losing 44-49, only picking
Frys Bowling Club hosted Ardagh in their latest match of the Bristol and District League, writes our correspondent. Ardagh held a slender lead at the halfway point on Thursday, June 24, after Frys settled into the game after a slow start. The game remained close with Frys taking two rinks to Ardagh’s one rink, but the match came down to the final end with the scores tied. Frys held two shots, but with Ardagh’s penultimate bowl, the count was reversed and, with
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Beresford Parker and Ann Newbery with their scarecrow doubles up three points from the game. The following Thursday, Frys made the long trip out to Canford. Frys took the early advantage, but then heavy rain caused a suspension in play. The break suited Canford as they pulled out the lead on rinks 2 and 3. Only rink 1 could bring Frys two points as Canford came away 50-35 winners. On June 7, Frys travelled to Henleaze ‘A’ for the seventh game of the league season. Henleaze got the better start, pulling out a lead. Rink 3 struggled to pick up shots despite close heads as Henleaze eased away.
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