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Council closes office over disruption from Riverside View work Keynsham Town Council’s offices have temporarily closed over concerns about dust and noise from the Riverside View development. The offices sit on the ground floor of the block in Temple Street, the upper floors of which are currently being converted into 95 apartments by Aequus Construction Limited – Bath and North East Somerset Council’s development company – and contractor Kier. Work began in July last year, with town council staff continuing to work from their premises behind hoardings put up on Temple Street. On Monday, April 8, however, staff were sent home and the office closed after dust, noise and vibration from a particular phase of work became “unacceptable”. The town council is now looking for temporary premises. Town clerk Cheryl Scott said: “The building construction works have reached a phase whereby noise, dust and vibration levels staff are experiencing have become unacceptable. The town council has a duty of care to its staff in respect of their health and safety and therefore shut the office at 2pm on Monday, April 8. “The town council is currently seeking temporary alternative accommodation for the staff until the dust levels in the office have

been removed and preventative measures have been taken in respect of more dust generation. The staff will continue to work remotely until the office has been thoroughly cleaned and even so there maybe times in future that we may have to shut the office temporarily if the builders are planning very disruptive works. “The contractors are providing the town council with a weekly programme of works that have been assessed for noise, dust and vibration risk and duration.” At the time of going to press, temporary accommodation hadn’t been finalised but anyone who wishes to contact the town council can leave a voicemail message on the council’s main number – 0117 986 8683 – which will be picked up each day or email townclerk@keynsham-tc.gov.uk Kier was unable to provide a comment before Keynshamvoice went to print but a spokesperson for B&NES Council said: “Throughout this project both Bath and North East Somerset Council, Kier and ACL have been in regular contact with Keynsham Town Council with regard to any disruption to its premises and currently we are exploring the option of finding temporary desk space, which would be suitable for the needs of the town council.”

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From Page 1 The charity describes its minibus as a lifeline and the attack came just two weeks before members of the Music Man Project were due to travel to London in the vehicle to perform at the Royal Albert Hall. The charity was already facing a “challenging time” after £150 of takings from one of its many clubs for people with learning difficulties was stolen from a member of staff. Hearing of their plight, however, supporters and members of the community rallied round and donated enough money to cover

almost the entire cost of the repairs after setting up an online appeal. With help from Ablefit Tyres and Exhausts in Brislington and Independent Welding Services in Kingswood, the bus was back on the road in plenty of time for the journey to London on April 15. Operations manager Laura Jefferies said: “We are completely overwhelmed by the support of the community who have come to our aid in our hour of need and we can’t thank them enough. For a self-funding charity that relies on donations and the help of the community these events

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were a heartbreaking blow to the society.” She added: “Thankfully the funds raised on our behalf will go a long way to putting right some of the damage that has been caused.” Unfortunately it isn’t the first time the charity’s vehicles have suffered vandalism and the team is searching for a secure site to store both minibuses in Keynsham, where volunteer drivers can access them during the evenings and at weekends. Anyone who can help can email laura@keynshammencap. org.uk or call 0117 986 5659.

A man suspected of carrying out a series of robberies targeting people selling mobile phones via the internet, including one incident in Keynsham, has been arrested and charged following the launch of a £2 million police crackdown. The 20-year-old from Filton was one of a number people arrested in the first few days of Operation Remedy, which was launched by Avon and Somerset Police in April to address burglary, knife crime and the supply of illegal drugs. The man was charged with one count of GBH, five counts of possessing a knife in a public place, four counts of robbery, one attempt robbery and one count of theft. The charges relate to incidents in the Clifton, Harbourside and Horfield areas of Bristol, as well as Keynsham and Weston-super-Mare. He appeared at Bristol Magistrates’ Court on Friday, April 5, where he was remanded into custody pending a further hearing at Bristol Crown Court due to take place on April 24. Suspected burglars, armed robbers and violent offenders were among those detained following the launch of the operation. Police and Crime Commissioner Sue Mountstevens said: “With Operation Remedy, communities will see and feel the difference in the police’s fight against crime, and we will be sending a loud and clear message to criminals that coming into our area to commit their crime is not an option.”

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Group roll up sleeves to start work on creating town centre nature reserve group cleared it of soil and tree roots and hope it will form a key feature of the reserve and attract a wide range of wildlife. FAHLAG secretary Margaret Maxwell said: “Restoring this woodland is a community-based project, and we are hoping that much of the work can be done by volunteers. Already, we have had an encouraging response from local people and we want to build on this in future. There’s a lot to be done but with the support of the community, we are hopeful that the land will become a much-loved woodland space right in the centre of Keynsham.” The group is holding further working parties throughout the year, taking care during the spring and summer months so as to avoid damage to rare plants and nesting sites, and all are

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Ros Taylor and Trish Jones hard at work, above; Dave Sage digging out the newly recovered pond, below welcome to get involved. Margaret added: “Fox and Hounds Lane Action Group is a strictly non-political organisation, working hard for the good of the community. It is open and welcoming to all.

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Keynsham’s skate park welcomed professional skateboarders and BMX riders for a day-long event during which young residents were asked for their views on the town’s parks, play areas and activities. Pro skateboarder Darrell Dominguez and Team GB BMX rider Jack Clark were among those demonstrating skills to young people and families who gathered in the Memorial Park for the event with King Ramps on Saturday, April 20. The long-awaited skate park lights have now also been installed by the town council, with three solar-powered columns providing light until 9pm each evening. The lights have been welcomed by youth council Keynsham Now after a lengthy campaign to have them installed and town clerk Cheryl Scott said: “This has been a very lengthy and arduous process and the town council would like to thank young people of Keynsham for their understanding and patience. “We do hope that the new

A demo at the skate park lighting will enable the facility to be used more. Following the success of the skate park event, it has given the town council more ideas to discuss in respect of future events and future facilities.” Skateboarder Darrell praised the design of the skate park and the addition of lighting. Speaking about the sport, he said: “As well as being good physically, it’s

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Young people up to the age of 19 were asked in a separate questionnaire about activities for their age groups in the town such as clubs, sports facilities and events, how often they visit the High Street and green spaces and how they could be improved, job opportunities for young people and what they felt were the biggest issues facing the town. A third questionnaire asked residents of all ages for their views on recreation and leisure facilities in the town and local green spaces and how they should develop in the future. Anyone who would like to fill out a questionnaire can email ndp@keynsham-tc.gov.uk, call 0117 986 8683 or find copies at the library, leisure centre, Community at 67, Somerdale Pavilion and local churches.

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Work to create a nature reserve in the heart of Keynsham got under way last month – with volunteers even recovering a pond created around 30 years ago. The Fox and Hounds Lane Action Group led a working party to begin the task of clearing ivy, litter and unwanted scrub from the overgrown patch of land at the junction of Bath Hill and Fox and Hounds Lane. The site was listed for sale by Bath and North East Somerset Council last year and the action group was formed to keep it in public hands and turn it into a nature reserve. In total, 17 volunteers joined the clear-up and during the two days a pond that was created by students from Wellsway School in the 1980s was uncovered. The

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A fundraising disco is being held in Keynsham to help a child born with cerebral palsy receive the treatment she needs to walk unaided. Jenna Lane, a Keynsham mum, is holding the event on Saturday, June 1, at Keynsham Rugby Club after being moved by the story of four-year-old Rosie-May Edwards from Weston-super-Mare and her mum’s bid to raise £80,000 to pay for spinal surgery in America. Jenna, who has organised five previous fundraising events to help other youngsters with different conditions, said: “I just know that if it was one of my children I would want to have as much help as I could possibly get.” The event, which starts at 7pm, will also feature a raffle and auction and tickets, at £5 for adults and £2.50 for under-12s, are available from Jenna on 07493 191579.

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Keynsham store puts plastic recycling scheme to the test A Keynsham supermarket has become one of the first in the country to test a new recycling scheme – just over a year after it was the first to be targeted in an anti-plastic campaign that spread around the world. Tesco customers will be able to return hard-to-recycle soft plastics like food pouches and crisp packets to the shop, which is one of 10 taking part in the trial. Collection bins have been installed and, using a process developed by Recycling Technologies, the waste plastic dropped off at the shops will be turned back into oil and then used to make new plastic. In March last year, Keynsham’s Tesco store hit the headlines when shoppers staged a “plastic attack” as part of the Keynsham Plastic Re-

The old Woolworths shop in the High Street – memories of all aspects of local life in days gone by are needed for the project and where you could get your umbrella repaired? Where is the site of the White Hart Inn where the Duke of Monmouth stayed and later, much later, there was a dance hall with a bad reputation that was eventually burnt down? The society says there is no limit to the memories that are

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History society to record local memories for radio broadcasts “Chibby armed himself with a pair of clappers and worked on a local farm scaring birds off the wheat from 4am to 9pm receiving 3s a week for his labour.” Local historians are hoping to record memories such as these to produce spoken history pieces for local radio – and they are calling on residents to get involved. Keynsham and Saltford Local History Society’s Paul Rabbeth, who is leading the project, said: “We are relying on local people to come forward. “If you or someone you know has reminiscences of our area and could spare some time to talk to us and let us record them please contact me either by email on paulqrabbeth@gmail.com, or leave a message on 07770 794628.” Do you remember Woolworths on the High Street

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never written down but they all form a vital piece of local history. Paul added: “The society needs your help, so do come and join in.” Anyone who would like to be part of collecting the spoken history can also contact Paul – training and equipment can be provided.

Action campaign, removing all of the packaging from their shopping and leaving it at the checkouts. Similar protests have since been carried out at supermarkets across the country and in other parts of the world after news of the Keynsham campaign spread. Tesco estimates that if the plastic collection scheme is rolled out to all of its stores it will make 90 per cent of its own-label packaging recyclable. Tesco’s director of quality Sarah Bradbury said: “Reducing and recycling plastics is such an important issue for us, for customers and for the future of our planet. “That’s why we are working hard to reduce the amount of packaging in our stores and have committed that all remaining

packaging will be recyclable by 2025. “Our trial with Recycling Technologies will make even more of our packaging recyclable and help us reach our target. “This technology could be the final piece of the jigsaw for the UK plastic recycling industry.” Keynsham Plastic Re-Action has hailed the scheme an “improvement” but said there must still be a focus on moving away from plastics. The 10 stores taking part are: Keynsham Superstore; Bristol Lime Trees Road Superstore; Yate Extra; Bristol Brislington Extra; Bristol Staple Hill Metro; Bristol East Extra; Cirencester Metro – Farrell Close; Cirencester Extra; Swindon Extra; Tetbury Superstore.

School highlights food waste at meal Dozens of people tucked into a feast made from food that would otherwise have gone to waste to highlight the work of a local charity. Chandag Infant School hosted the two-course “Surplus Supper”, with chicken chilli and fruit fool, to mark its caterers’ new partnership with food redistribution charity FareShare. Children, parents and members of the community heard Phoebe Ruxton and Lucy Bearn from FareShare explain how the organisation gives out ten tonnes of food to charities and community groups around Bristol each week. FareShare is now providing school caterer Zest with food for breakfast clubs at two of Wellsway Multi Academy Trust’s secondary schools, Wellsway and Sir Bernard Lovell Academy. Funds raised from ticket sales and a raffle at the supper went to support FareShare.

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Spring concert supports cancer care appeal

A spring concert in aid of Bath RUH’s Cancer Care Centre appeal aims to appeal to all tastes with a triple bill of performances. The event will be held at Victoria Methodist Church on Keynsham High Street on Saturday, May 18, from 7pm. The Key Voices Community Choir, directed by Maria Johnson, will take to the stage to per-

form a variety of music, including jazz, folk, pop and classical. The Saturday Singers, a community singing group who meet every month to sing folk songs together, and the Summerhouse Band – a five-piece folk band – are also on the programme. Refreshments will be available and entry is free with donations to the Forever Friends Appeal.

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Annual duck race off after 23 years For the first time in 23 years, Keynsham’s annual charity duck race will not be taking place this summer, organisers have confirmed. The fundraising event has been a popular part of the programme at Keynsham Music Festival every year since 1996, taking place on the Sunday afternoon in Keynsham Memorial Park. Organised by Keynsham and District Lions Club, around 1,500 ducks are released into the River Chew from the bridge near the Bandstand with prizes for the people whose sponsored ducks are first to cross the finish line. There has also been a separate race for ducks sponsored by local businesses. The event has raised around £30,000 for local charities and good causes over the years but it will not return this summer, the

Lions Club has announced. A spokesperson said: “Unfortunately with dwindling membership and infirmity, the Lions Club have been having difficulty staffing this event. Although we have received offers of help from individuals and organisations, this assistance has not come to fruition. “It is therefore with regret that the Keynsham and District Lions Club will not be running a duck race at the 2019 Music Festival. We thank all members of the public who have supported us over 23 years of running this popular event.”

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ith the clocks changing and the days getting longer the crime figures slowly increase. This is no surprise to us and you can plot the time of year by the crime figures and the types of offences that are being committed. As a force we continue to suffer with vehicle crime where mainly vans are being targeted – although it’s a pain I’d suggest removing all tools from vehicles overnight. Think about how and where you park, whether it’s overlooked, what the access is like. Also think about the value of the tools you have in the vehicle and make sure you have adequate security measures in place. Social media is a great tool for us and we monitor the local

We will soon be opening a Keynsham Police Facebook page – it will be a way of us sharing what is going on in the area, where we will be running our beat surgeries and what other events we will be attending

pages to get a flavour of what is going on. There are a number of reports of both stolen motorcycles and pedal cycles all around Bristol and we have suffered a couple of offences this month. We will soon be opening a Keynsham Police Facebook page and I will update you when this is going online. This will not be a way of reporting crime but will be a way of us sharing what is going on in the area, where we will be running our beat surgeries and what other events we will be attending. Social media continues to grow but needs close monitoring. I continue to advocate checking children’s social media usage and monitoring their contacts to make sure that they are staying safe while online. If you

don’t know about it or understand it then you need to get outside of your comfort zone and learn. Following on from the reports of knife crime in Keynsham I have been asked to bring to your attention that a number of our police stations have knife amnesty bins. These bins are situated at the front of the police stations. They are bright red and have a nonreturn access point. The closest one is at the Police Centre on Ashmead Road. If you or someone you know has some knives that they would like to dispose of safely then please bring them along and deposit them in the bin or contact your local neighbourhood team and we’ll collect them. Anti-social behaviour generally

rises this time of year due to the lighter evenings. If you see any behaviour that you are not happy with, please report it to us. We don’t have masses of downtime so it’s really important that we make sure we are attending our hotspots to deal with any issues that arise. We have been regularly patrolling the Memorial Park in the evenings and engaging with its users. We have continued to run our traffic operation dealing with concerns you have raised that weight limits in Keynsham are being ignored. We also use a police car fitted with an auto number plate recognition (ANPR) camera and have been stopping and seizing uninsured vehicles. We have also been given new powers to seize untaxed vehicles. It’s surprising, since the removal of the visible tax disc, the amount of vehicles that are used without tax. It could be a very expensive gamble as not only would you have to pay all back tax on the vehicle, you would also have to pay for the removal and storage of the vehicle. If unsure, you can check online that your vehicle has MOT and is taxed.

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Hilda raises toast to a happy 100th with A miner’s daughter who puts her longevity down to adopting a vegetarian diet “before it had even been invented” has just celebrated her 100th birthday at her Keynsham home. Hilda Taylor, a resident at Charterhouse care home in the Chocolate Quarter, marked her milestone with family, friends and carers as she reminisced about her childhood and working life. She was born on April 1, 1919, in Radstock as the eldest of eight and enjoyed “a lovely childhood”. She said: “We had nothing, but had everything. My father was miner, but the bosses would fix it so they only worked enough days so as to not be eligible to claim unemployment benefit.” She added: “I passed my exams to go to grammar school, but couldn’t go as Mother couldn’t afford the uniform. My

HIlda Taylor with Charterhouse general manager Roger Hayward place went to a girl whose father worked on railways. She was a complete duffer. I really wanted

to go to grammar school and be a teacher, but I didn’t have a dog’s chance in hell.”

Instead, at 14 she left school to go into domestic service at a house in Lansdown Crescent in Bath, later being put in charge of the household to oversee the other staff. She said: “I always thought Lansdown Crescent was better than Royal Crescent as it was higher up and you could look out right across Bath. I worked in number 10 – the middle house – I could take you there now. They were a lovely family. “There were six staff including me and I also had to cook for the family. The good thing was we ate the same as they ate, so we ate very well. “It was very much like Upstairs, Downstairs. When the lady of the house was going out and you were down in the basement, you could look up out the window and see her feet going by towards the car. Mind, we had to keep out of way so we wouldn’t be seen!”

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family and friends Moving to London with her sister, Hilda worked in the house of a film critic for the Daily Herald, before she met her first husband James, who was in the Coldstream Guards, at a dance in Radstock during the Second World War. They married in 1941 and James was stationed in the UK during the war, meaning they could live in married quarters in Windsor. After the war they ran three pubs together in Windsor and High Wycombe. Hilda’s second husband, also called James, was the Senior Master Tailor of the British Army. As well as making uniforms for the Coldstream Guards, he also made uniforms for members of the royal household and would return to their home in Oxfordshire and tell Hilda that he’d measured the Prince of Wales’ inside leg. Hilda also travelled

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A special event to help people unlock the secrets of their family history is being held in Keynsham in May. Keynsham and Saltford Local History Society is hosting the one-off session to help anyone who has ever wondered who they might be descended from – maybe even royalty – to start finding answers to their questions. The group says researching family history is an absorbing pastime that can reveal many unexpected and fascinating facts about researchers’ forebears. It can, however, be difficult to know where to begin, how to go about the research and what resources are available, such as websites. The family history session will be led by Bob Lawrence from the Bristol and Avon Family History Society. Bob is a previous chairman of the society and currently

manages its research centre at Bristol Archives. Family historian Geoff Gardiner said: “This is an excellent introduction to the subject and will help anyone thinking of starting to research their family. “We hope it will lead to further sessions where small groups will be able to focus on particular areas of interest.” The event will be held at the Fear Hall, in Keynsham High Street, with admission from 2.15pm for a start at 2.30pm, on Tuesday, May 21. There will be a charge of £5 on the door to cover costs and everyone is welcome.

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A golden opportunity for the ‘Dando Bird’ An eighteenth-century weathervane that is a familiar sight on top of a local church has been taken away for a new coat of gold, writes Ros Anstey. The “Dando Bird” from St Mary’s Church in Compton Dando hadn’t been rotating for some time so some visiting steeplejacks were asked to take a look as they carried out checks on the church’s lightning conductors. They found that the weathervane, which is in fact a dragon not a bird and was installed in 1757, needed new bearings and

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re-gilding with gold leaf, a treatment last carried out more than 20 years ago. The work, which will cost around £1,000, will be funded by the Compton Dando Church Estate Trust, which was established in 1530 by the last prior of Bath Abbey, William Holloway, and lawyer David Brook. Local historian and one-time chair of the trust Joe Bettey has produced detailed research into the origins of the trust and copies are available by contacting steward Lorna Howarth.

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Group sponsors tree to mark end of an era Members of a club for local gardening enthusiasts which is closing down after 80 years have sponsored a tree in Keynsham Memorial Park. The Snow Goose flowering cherry will be sponsored by Keynsham and Saltford Gardeners’ Association for the next 10 years and the group say they hope it will be enjoyed by visitors to the park for many years to come. Following the decision to disband, members have also split remaining money from the club’s funds between St Peter’s Hospice, Dorothy House Hospice, Guide Dogs and the Hedgehog Trust, with each

receiving £225. The group has one informal meeting planned for May and a final trip to Barrington Court in June, with many members planning to get together with friends they have made over the years even after the club is no more. A spokesperson said: “Thanks are due to Ted and Sylvia Hewer for their hard work organising the shows, writing the newsletter and generally keeping the committee in order! Their efforts have been much appreciated.” The association was founded in 1934 and met regularly at the Fear Hall, but falling membership led to the decision to disband.

Volunteers at Keynsham Foodbank tasked with collecting donated food have been given a helping hand in the shape of a free van. The former police forensic investigation van has been donated to the charity by the Wheels Project and Avon and Somerset Police and is already getting plenty of use as the team pick up crates of food from local supermarkets and deliver them to distribution centres. The Ford Transit Connect van has plenty of miles on the clock but is ideal for the foodbank’s weekly runs and saves volunteers having to use their own vehicles. Collection and replenishment team manager Heather Maynard said: “The van will make a massive difference to our operation and it will relieve

our wonderful volunteers from needing to put the condition of their personal vehicles at risk by carrying plastic crates full of foodstuff. “The team has already taken to using it regularly and the van has also been used to take food to those outside of Keynsham who cannot reach the distribution centres easily.” The van was renovated by seven students from Keynsham who joined the Wheels Project, in Brislington, one day a week for training in motor vehicle studies and chose to present the vehicle to the foodbank. Independent Vet Care, which is based at The Chocolate Quarter, has donated £500 to help cover insurance and tax on the van for the next year as well as running food collections and fundraising for the foodbank.

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This month’s photograph shows a Saturday lunchtime queue outside Hedges’ Fish & Chip shop in Temple Street in March 1962. Hedges’ was the successor to Ogbourne’s chip shop and was on the corner of Rock Road and Temple Street. After it was demolished and the road widened, Foster’s clothes shop was built on the site which is now occupied by Specsavers. For years it was Keynsham’s only fast food takeaway with queues stretching around the corner! Image taken from the Russell Leitch collection of slides

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years ago – the first time one party had held overall control of the authority since B&NES was created in 1995. The Liberal Democrats, the largest opposition party following the 2015 election when they lost their control of the council after four years, will be hoping to regain some of the seats lost at the last vote while Labour is also hoping to build its share and even end the traditional swing between Tory and Lib Dem leadership. While each of the parties have released local manifestos pledging to tackle issues from congestion to housing, as usual the state of affairs at Westminster will probably play

a large part in residents’ choices at the ballot box – and with the current upheaval over Brexit it remains to be seen who will be the winners and losers. Dissatisfaction with the big three parties can obviously lead to gains for the smaller groups and the Green Party is hoping to build on momentum from 2015 when it won its first ever seats on the council and has put forward candidates in most wards, including Keynsham South and Saltford. BIG Independents, meanwhile, say they want to free the Guildhall from national party politics and “the dead hand of meaningless tradition” after forming in 2017 and are fielding

11 candidates, including two in Keynsham. Yet to win a seat on the council, UKIP’s local branch is campaigning in its third B&NES election (not including byelections) and has put forward five candidates, including two in Keynsham. We have invited all Keynsham East, North, South and Saltford candidates to send us a short profile of themselves and their ambitions for the ward they are standing in. Find them all listed by ward and in alphabetical order on the following pages. Note: Keynshamvoice is politically independent. All parties were given the option of having a paid-for advert in this month’s issue.

There is a continuing need for more housing throughout the area and all new developments must include a quota of affordable housing. B&NES council should start building social housing again.

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Mathew was raised with his family in Saltford and attended both Saltford and Wellsway Schools. He now lives in Dragons Hill Gardens, Keynsham. He is a Bath Rugby supporter and season ticket holder. Mathew has previously served as a Bath and North East Somerset councillor for Saltford and a chair of Saltford Parish Council, where he used the positions to successfully fight off any proposed development on the green belt. He will bring that knowledge and experience to fight for Keynsham East. Mathew’s number one priority is the protection of what remains of our precious green belt.

Keith Burchell Labour Keith Burchell is retired and has lived in Saltford for more than 10 years. He is currently chair of the Labour Party branch in Keynsham and Saltford. Keith wants to deal with traffic congestion and improve road safety, particularly in Wellsway, Bath Hill and Avon Mill Lane. Action must be taken to improve air quality around the town. Keynsham High Street is in decline and B&NES Council must act to improve retail opportunities throughout the area. Keith also wants to see action to improve economic opportunities following the loss of local employers. He will also campaign for improvements to facilities for young people in Keynsham and wants to protect and improve the library service.

Melanie Hilton BIG Independents I have lived in Keynsham for 23 years. My background is in community psychiatry as a senior nurse in a community mental health team. I had a key role in advocacy, giving a voice to those people who were not heard, and in shaping the development of the service. I have a keen interest in our environment and have set up a “wildlife corridor” in my local street, inspired by my fostering of hedgehogs and creating a habitat for them where new house building had destroyed theirs.

Hal MacFie Liberal Democrats Hal has been a resident of Keynsham since 2000. A member of the Liberal Democrats for several years, he is a firm believer of their liberal values. After serving as a

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The candidates Keynsham town councillor for a year, it inspired Hal to become more involved. If elected to the council, Hal would oppose further building around the Keynsham area until the necessary supporting facilities are provided, such as better roads, the extension of the A4174, and bettering public transport services. Hal wants to maintain the protective green-belt land, as well as encouraging more business and art initiatives to expand on the success of the Keynsham Music Festival. Both of Hal’s children attended Wellsway School. Hal himself is a graduate of the University of Bath, earning his PhD in Statistics. Hal has been a researcher, the director of the Institute of Food Research, and has started a global consulting business in 2000. He is a grower and retailer of Christmas trees in Shepton Mallet. All of his past experiences have confirmed his belief that the people of Keynsham need stronger representation on B&NES Council.

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about climate change and feels this must be taken into account when making any decisions at both a local and national level. Clive is actively involved in his local community and is the data officer for the Bath and NES Liberal Democrats. Outside of politics Clive volunteers for the National Trust and is a keen photographer. He also likes walking, art, history and sport. He is married to Olivia, who is also running for council in Keynsham North, and has three children, two of whom live in Bristol.

Andy Wait is a man of the community. Involved in many different aspects of Bath, Andy is looking forward to helping Keynsham face its challenges. Vic Clarke For instance, too many houses Conservative are being built without proper infrastructure, and there has been no acknowledgment of Vic Clarke is campaigning in the current parking and traffic Keynsham to protect the green belt issues that plague Keynsham. In and preserve the town’s distinct addition, doctor’s surgeries are far identity. He strongly believes too overcrowded. In order to fix Keynsham must not be absorbed Steve Grimes these issues, Andy proposes that into either Bristol or Bath and must UKIP there should be no new houses retain its individual character, built until roads and parking are ambience, leisure facilities and improved, allowing free access to open spaces. I have lived here for over 30 years, the town. The Tories have allowed Vic is married with three and worked here before retiring. the quality of life in Keynsham children and six grandchildren. I am not a career politician, but to decline dramatically, and only He is now semi-retired after his have a lifetime’s experience of the Liberal Democrats can fix the successful career as a senior business in the real world. I offer damage done. commercial and financial manager an alternative to Tory and Lib Dem Andy’s previous experience based in the West Country where councillors who constantly vote involves a seat on the management he has worked for organisations along party lines. By voting in line committee of Keynsham Music in Bristol, Kingswood and Bath. He with residents’ wishes I can add an Festival since 1999. From 2011 has also been a trustee of the Avon opposition voice and propose fresh to 2016, he was the financial Pension Fund and is committed ideas. he Chancellor asking for director. In 2013, Andy founded to ensuring local social services, Keynsham is under threat Dave Biddleston & Joan Liley standing in Jayne Smith or people under 25 (a key KeynshamNow, a group that schools, housing, shopping outlets from too much building on Keynsham South Ward for the Bath and Conservative press the Tory Metro Mayor encourages young people to and transport network meet green-belt land. Development North East Somerset Elections Forced the to write to the Chancellor asking for become involved in local politics. the needs and expectations of Council should be restricted to brownfield rent bus service lottery with free for people under 25 (a key Jayne Smith grew up in Saltford It has become an increasingly Keynsham residents.the introduction of sites andbuses wasteland. Large-scale ne in London). and went to Wellsway School. She powerful voiceJonathan in town. In addition,and Andy In his spare time,Labour Vic’s hobbies developments transport national policy) and toand press the Tory Metro Mayor Wallcroft McGuinness cil to take positive steps is married with threeto children and Andy is the chair of FAHLAG, which North include singing – hetois get a member of replacing schemesthe should be subject to on with current bus service lottery with standing in Keynsham Ward for the by opposing thethe expansion lives off Bath Road in Keynsham is currently protecting a green the Mendip Male Voice Choir – andsystem binding to give a franchising (likelocal thereferenda one in London). Bath and North East Somerset Elections. where she can often be found space in town. fly fishing in and around the local residents real power. Campaigned to force the Council take positive steps to walking her two friendly dogs, Roxy rivers and lakes. Keynsham needstosuitable o improve the lives and achieveina zero-carbon and Bella. As a passionate believer homes future and jobsby foropposing residents the expansion Keith Burchell and John Wood standing . This has created better Jayne is committed to raising ourBath town, VicNorth Clarkeof will bring his Bristol Airport.instead of huge housing John Wood in Keynsham East for the and the whole BANES. herof family in the community that energy, enthusiasm and experience developments to meet external Labour East Somerset Elections. Worked with the community to improve the lives and she successful benefited from growing up in, to ensure that the voice of demand. Local people must am in their efforts prospects of military veterans. This has created better they can feel safe, benefit I am a retired person having owned Keynsham is heard loud and clear have priority for social housing. ilities of where the leisure centre. outcomes for veterans across whole of BANES. from a first-rate education by a retail business for 35 years. My in the Guildhall in Bath. Keynsham needsthe school places, onals to attending prevent the local schools, enjoy the wife and I have enjoyed living in hospitals, GP surgeries and successful efforts Supported residents in Keynsham in their sed. This would have Keynsham hit many amenities has Keynsham for 17 years. transport links to relieve to improve the location and facilities ofpressure the leisure centre. d also have meant the to offer as well as being free to Previous experience includes on services. Clive Dellard Worked with medical professionals to prevent the ogy department appreciateat itsthe green belt and open being a parish councillor for several Keynsham’s commuter rail Liberal Democrats Dave Biddleston McGuinness Chris Davies being This would spaces. years,for includingAndy the chairmanship. services and closed. station parking spaceshave hit and Rachael King formortuary at the RUH for Keynsham North Keynsham North Keynsham As a business person runningTown Council I have also servedTown on a board Clive DellardSouth is a retired insufficient andalso we need grieving relativesare hard. It would havebetter meant the Council ch libraries because our Town Council closure her own company she understands of governors and been heavily telecommunication engineerof who roads toPathology get traffic moving. the Forensic department at the cess to books and the need forservices. a prosperous and involved in creating and running a relocated to Bath three years agoof Bath. Keynsham’s shops and banks University vibrant Keynsham and as a traders’change association running a very after a2nd long career with a wellare closing. Shops are finding it Curo residents to improve For real on Thursday May Stopped the closure of allbecause branchoflibraries because our passionate believer in the future of successful Christmas fair. known communications provider. difficult the one-way communities continued access toand books and services. the town, will stick up for residents, I share the concern that many He loves Bath and the surrounding need system. Our High Street shops eynsham &businesses Saltford Labour andParty, local organisations have regarding the “consultation“ area which he frequently explores. need support. Supported Tintagel and other Curo residents to improve alike. process and would endeavour to He is passionate about creating a Council tax goes up while their lives and homes. At the same time, Jayne will make sure that people’s voices fair and equal society for all. Clive services suffer cutbacks. I want Published by Keith Burchell on behalf Keynsham & Saltford fight against encroachment of the are truly heard. There is still believes that the public transport to bring backofweekly black bin Labour Party, 2B Rodney BS31 3HP cut council executives green belt around Keynsham as she much to be done to alleviate the infrastructure in North East Road, Saltford, collections, believes that enjoying our green hardship incurred by our present Somerset needs a major overhaul and managers, rather than space is a pastime we should all government with ever-dwindling and traffic management in towns services, and spend money on be able to enjoy for generations to resources – not an easy task but like Keynsham needs an urgent Keynsham first, rather than on come. one I am happy to try to address. review. Clive is very concerned Bath’s tourists.

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Olivia Leydenfrost is a senior Brian Simmons has lived in communications professional. Keynsham for over 30 years where After a long in international hisChancellor daughter Kateasking went tofor school. Forced thecareer Council to write to the business, she joined the charity Brian wasunder an industrial the introduction of free buses for people 25 (achemist key sector to contribute her skills and is acknowledged as an Labour national policy) and to press Tory Metro Mayor to fostering a fairer, more expertthe in the industrial history of to get onsociety. with She replacing the current bus service lottery inclusive was head Keynsham. Most days he is to with be communications for a national seen his rescue dog Coco aoffranchising system (like the one inwalking London). children’s mental health charity (who has a very curly tail) around Campaigned toinsights force into thethe Council take steps to where she gained theto town andpositive listening to residents’ achieve a zero-carbon future byconcerns opposing expansion many challenges faced by families whichthe he can then sort andBristol schools.Airport. She moved to Bath out for them. In his spare time, of three years ago and loves this part Brian bakes bread and is a dab Worked with the community tohand improve the lives and of the world. As senior advisor to at restoring upholstery. prospects militaryOlivia veterans. This created better Bath MP Weraof Hobhouse, has As has a B&NES councillor and a first-hand experience of listening town councillor of many years’ outcomes for veterans across the whole of BANES. to and helping local residents, standing, Brian has an abiding Supported residents in Keynsham in their efforts community groups and businesses. interest in thesuccessful need of our elderly to improve the location and facilities of theresidents leisure and centre. She is committed to working and disabled right hard for Keynsham North residents. from the start has been a trustee of Worked with medical professionals to prevent the Olivia is keen to see the local the Keynsham Dial a Ride Service. mortuary the RUH being closed. Thisbelieves wouldthat have infrastructureatimproved to support He firmly parthit of grieving relatives It wouldthe also havetomeant the the new housing, bothhard. built and solution our town’s traffic planned, in area. She also Pathology problems lies in a local closure ofthe the Forensic department at community the understands the need to revitalise transport shuttle service that takes University of Bath. the High Street and to make people where they want to go at Stopped closure of all branch libraries our Keynsham the attractive for startthe time theybecause want. up businesses. Married to Clive communities need continued access to books and services. who is also running for council Supported Tintagel to improve in Keynsham North, she isand the other Curo residents Jonathan Wallcroft stepmother three adult children. their lives of and homes. Labour She loves walking, nature, Dave historyBiddleston & Joan Liley standing in Keynsham South Ward for the Bath Party, and Published by Keith on behalf & Saltford Labour and art and playsBurchell an active role in of Keynsham North East Somerset Elections 2B Rodney Road, Saltford, BS31 3HP local campaign groups. My name is Jonathan Wallcroft and I’m hoping to be the next Labour councillor for Keynsham North. I’ve Jonathan Wallcroft and Andy McGuinness lived in Keynsham all my life and all standing in Keynsham North Ward for the Andy McGuinness I seek is a chance to serve my town. Bath and North East Somerset Elections. Labour I want our town to remain accessible for everyone. That I was born in Keynsham andKeith haveBurchell means restoring the andhopefully John Wood standing worked at Keynsham Leisure busfor route Bathand – which in Keynsham38 East theto Bath North Centre as a lifeguard and dry sportsEast will ensure Elections. that residents in the Somerset manager when it was a council Charlton Road, Lockingwell and service; I worked at Fry’s in the Lays Drive areas are able to have training and personnel department easy access to Bath. I also hope to and, for the last ten years, I have create a bus route to the RUH – my worked as a carer within the grandparents spent a lot of time area. there at the end of their lives and I was the chair of the PTA my family learned how poor the Dave Biddleston Andy McGuinness Davies for at Keynsham andChris parent governor transport links and are. Rachael King for for Keynsham North Keynsham Primary SchoolNorth (now St Keyna). I’m also keen to improve Keynsham South Town Council Town Council Town Council I have, over the years, seen parking. On Chandos Road there a small city superimposed on are issues with people unable to Keynsham’s villagechange infrastructureon Thursday park at the station2nd parking there. For real May and hope to halt the flood of In consultation with residents, I expensive housing, protecting believe we can act by expanding what remains of our heritage with parking at the station or instituting planning more sympathetic to our no parking between certain times. community’s identity. I’m also keen to try to improve I want to improve our public parking at the Civic Centre to transport and protect our local deal with the many more cars in services. Keynsham.

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well as the Government squeeze on local government finance, which affects the least well-off the most. In the past year I have been involved in a campaign to persuade supermarkets to reduce plastic packaging on foodstuffs. This has led on to encouraging both B&NES and Keynsham Town Councils Dave Biddleston & Joan Liley standing in to adopt policies to reduce their Dave BiddlestonKeynsham South Ward for the Bath and own plastic waste. I Elections have also North East Somerset Labour been involved in trying to set up a community fridge in Keynsham I'm a teacher at Broadlands, Jonathan a that wouldand give Andy the opportunity Wallcroft McGuinness governor at Wellsway and single forKeynsham people to use food Ward that would standing in North for the parent of two young boys after my otherwise go to waste. Bath and North East Somerset Elections. wife passed away 18 months ago. I would work to help the council I've already served two terms on enable our local community the town council for Keynsham to become environmentally Keith Burchell and and Johnresilient. Wood standing South and really loved chairing sustainable I also in Keynsham Eastitfor the Bath and North the Grants Committee, awarding consider important to work with East Somerset Elections. money to local groups and all groups and political parties to organisations. I've also worked hard further the common interests of putting on the Winter Festival and our community. helping out at the music festival as trustee and collector. In Keynsham South I've helped Alan Hale at Community at 67 and will be the Conservative compere at the fun day event later Dave Biddleston Andy McGuinness Chris Davies for in April. and Rachael King for Keynsham Keynsham North I think the work I'm mostfor known AlanNorth Hale has lived in Keynsham Keynsham South Town Council Town Council for recently has been working for since 1957 attending first Council Kelston Town Tintagel residents, ensuring Curo Road School, then Broadlands. Alan improves the lives and property is married to Jane and lives in Lays of their tenants with considerable Drive. They have two daughters repairs and a reformed residents’ and five grandchildren. association. Alan served in the police service It’s important that a councillor for 31 years during which time he does more than attend a couple was commended for bravery on of council meetings and actually two occasions. Latterly he served becomes a part of the community. with Avon Ambulance Service How many know that Arundel Walk, for a year and then as a planning for example, needs better street enforcement officer with B&NES. lighting (like so many others)? How He has also been senior road safety many know that Charlton Road officer for South Gloucestershire needs a proper crossing at the top Council. by the bus stop? Alan has been a councillor for I have and will again do my Keynsham since 2007 and served best for the ward I serve. I will work on the Avon Fire Authority for eight to improve Keynsham transport years. He now chairs the Keynsham issues, I will fight to save our and District Forum. Alan was a libraries and youth services and member of Keynsham Lions Club insist that environmental issues for almost 36 years. and concerns are addressed. In 2013 he initiated the formation of the Keynsham Foodbank and in 2016 initiated the Keynsham Dementia Action Fiona Edwards Alliance. A member of the Green Party Keynsham Baptist Church, he has I have lived in Keynsham since edited the bi-monthly church 2000 and have been a Green magazine since 2005. Party member for several years. Alan will fight tooth and nail I am standing as the Green Party for his constituents and is a vocal candidate in Keynsham South. The supporter of the need for much ward has seen substantial changes greater levels of social housing, over the last few years with particularly for those who live and extensive house building adding have family support network in the pressure to local infrastructure as town. Fundamentally, I aim to stand up for Keynsham. We aren’t getting fairly represented or respected in B&NES and I believe we deserve better.

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Claire is an active member of the local community. She is a campaigner for road safety and reducing pollution levels. She is committed to keeping a thriving town centre and community in Keynsham. Claire volunteers with Bath in Bloom which promotes a garden competition across North East Somerset. She believes that local parks are an important part of the local council provision. Previously Claire chaired her local Citizens Advice Bureaux and has a good understanding of social issues. She is committed to the provision of good quality local services and more social housing locally. Claire is retired and previously worked on leadership development for a range of leaders in the NHS, charities and children’s services. Nathan Lerway UKIP Nathan has been a Keynsham resident since childhood, attending local schools, growing up within a working-class household. Nathan is a family man, being a married father-of-two. Nathan feels he is in touch with everyday people and is committed to ensuring Keynsham is a place people can feel proud to live in. Believes in Keynsham – Nathan believes Keynsham has a lot of potential, however high rents in the High Street have seen attractive businesses fade away. Nathan would like to see a variety of independent and franchised businesses to attract more visitors. Roads – It’s no secret that the one-way system implemented in our High Street has received mixed reviews, with some feeling their voices were not heard. Nathan would like to give a greater voice to residents in regards to any future highway changes. Roadworks – Better planning for scheduled roadworks at entry/exit points of Keynsham. Recent times have seen multiple roadwork sites on all major roads leading to and from Keynsham, causing mayhem. Supporting lower taxes – Nathan

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The candidates will never vote to increase council tax and will work only towards a responsible way to reduce it. Transport links – With Keynsham’s ideal location between two cities, bus services and trains should be supported to run more frequently to encourage people to use public transport, lowering congestion and emissions.

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public transport – and inclusion, North East Somerset South Jessica Milton CLP/ to encourage them to lead as full a BIG Independents life as possible. Lisa was a member of the Keynsham The reason I am standing for Bath & Keynsham branch of Surfers North East Somerset Independent against Sewage as she is passionate Labour Party. Council Selection 2019 Group (BIG) is that I believe party about reducing the pollution of

politics has no place in our local our environment and the planet council. I believe that local people in total. make the best decisions. She is a keen supporter of Bath I came to the area as a student Rugby club and attends most home six years ago, and have always matches with her son, who is a Joan Liley found lots of community work to wheelchair season ticket holder. Labour get involved with. In 2015 I set up a platform called Protestival, to build Joanis in Liley joan.liley36@gmail.com 07973 752525 My background smallcontact on community between local actionMobileRosemary Todd business and human resources groups, academics, the council, Background in small business and Human Resources. Parent, twoLiberal children. Democrat and I am a parent to two children. and residents, and I now want to I want to work FOR everyone take the skills I learnt through that The areasKeynsham, I am interested areto the onalso an 'ambition' level. in South a growingon tackling process localfollowing politics. I have Due to our print deadline, community needing more support worked for B&NES Council and Rosemary Todd was unable to on infrastructure, transport andand majority know how our council works and supply a profile. This is subject to passing agreement at Council meetings. services. how the ways of working could be Subject to passing and majority vastly improved. agreement at council, Labour is house building So many people say they’re “notwater facilities. • Eco/energy efficient to include, grey ambitious to deliver: inclusion on use interested” in politics or it is and just safe materials on planning • Mandatory of energy efficient • Eco/energy-efficient house “not for them”. Speaking to people John Bull applications on any new builds/upgrades and possible. building, including greyand water on the doorstep what I’vewhere heard iseligible a facilities. real lack of trust in for democracy andand alternativeLabour • Explore Water /energy/waste initiatives cheaper sources of energy. • Inclusion of energy-efficient in leadership at a local and national • Road services/narrow pavement/road section dedicated to services (cables/electric) so As a former leader of the Labour and safe materials on planning level. There are many challenges it does not disrupt pavement and access thereby reducing a build-up of traffic and Group on Bath and North East applications and on new builds/ to tackle in Keynsham and local Somerset Council and chair of upgrades where eligible andbe phasedpolitics our everyday disruption. Can in or really madeaffects as new streets are developed. the Community, Transport andas possible. Looking atfor the business evidence and • Energy charge points andlife. incentives to adopt electric vans/vehicles Environment Scrutiny Panel I feel • Explore water/energy/waste communicating with residents is they phase out/replace new I have much to offer the people of initiatives for cheaper, alternative existing the firstor step and additions. at the heart of Saltford. sources of energy. how BIG works. Politics to their • Bristol have water fountains/companies thatbelongs volunteer water services for free top Many of the problems facing • Road services/narrow pavement/ us all. up on water bottles thereby reducing plastic bottle usage. Encourage participation. people in Saltford are similar to road section dedicated to services • More cycle lanes. For every £1 spent it adds value of approx. £8. those elsewhere in North East (cables/electric) so it does not – high house prices, disrupt pavement and access • Buses/electric and/or LPG conversions on existing busesSomerset which are relatively Lisa O’Brien making it difficult for young people therebyinexpensive reducing trafficlonger build-upterm as buses are Conservative upgraded or replaced. . to buy their own home, expensive and disruption. Can be phased in or • asSubsidised and expansion of buses and routes. Essential to and disappearing bus services, made new streets are developed. • Energyhealth/economy/social/energy charge points and Lisa O’Brien has lived in Keynsham and community needs. cuts to public services. A Labour majority on ourgrowth council will our incentives for business to adopt and training for 30 years brought up two • Upgrade education to aand much higher standard for career forgetolder B&NES building houses again, push electric vehicles. children here, both of whom younger for franchised bus services which • Bristoland has water pointspeople where alike.attended local schools. meet people’s needs (and welcome companies volunteer their water Formerly a university lecturer at the national party’s commitment to services for free to top up water Bristol Business School, followed by free bus travel for the under-25s), bottles, reducing plastic bottle a management stint at UWE, Lisa is and commit to a carbon-free B&NES usage. Encourage participation. now chair of Keynsham and District by 2030. • More cycle lanes. For every Mencap Society, which she has However, we also need to £1 spent it adds value of supported for 27 years. look at other ways to get Saltford approximately £8. (Source, NAO) Lisa has been a B&NES and a residents to work in Bristol or • Buses – electric and/or LPG town councillor for many years Bath, by building the new railway conversions on existing buses as and as a member of Keynsham & station and investigating a tram or they are upgraded or replaced. District Twinning Association is very light transit system along the A4. • Subsidised and expansion of keen to develop links for young We need to support local shops buses and routes for all. people between Keynsham and our and ensure that Saltford Library, • Encourage an upgrade to twin town in France. which thankfully now houses the education and training to a higher A former governor at St John’s post office, gets adequate financial standard for career growth for all Primary School she campaigns backing, now that the Tories have ages, suited to local employers. particularly for disabled people withdrawn council support from • Block fracking and initiatives that and those with learning difficulties, branch libraries. affect quality and standards for the for example in respect of facilities community. – poor quality pavements, lack of

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Elizabeth Carter Conservative Elizabeth lives and is raising a family in Saltford where she is actively involved in village matters. She and her husband have four children in local schools and preschools. Elizabeth trained as an orthodontic nurse and dental radiographer and is currently working in the local primary school. She attends St Mary’s Church in Saltford, where she also runs a thriving parent and toddler group. She is a volunteer with Girl Guiding, helping run 1st Saltford Brownies, and also enjoys singing and amateur dramatics, appearing most recently as the Queen of Hearts in Saltford Panto Group’s Alice in Pantoland. Elizabeth is passionate about investing in the future of the region, which is why she has chosen to stand for election. She cares deeply

about her local communities and is keen to listen to and engage with residents, to help local people to solve their problems and continue to help our communities to thrive.

Emma Dixon Conservative Emma Dixon is a lifelong resident of the area and lives in Saltford where she and her husband are bringing up three young girls. Emma works at Saltford Primary School as a teaching assistant and when she is not being a busy mother and can find some spare time, she can often be found running the streets or enjoying a karate lesson, both of which are hobbies she enjoys immensely. Since being elected in 2015 as a ward councillor for Saltford, Emma has been kept pretty busy working tirelessly with many organisations, including the parish council and B&NES Council, to represent

Saltford's voice and needs. Emma hopes to continue sticking up for residents in Saltford and also the residents of the parishes of Corston, Newton St Loe and Compton Dando, all of which will become part of the Saltford ward at the forthcoming council elections in May. As a lifelong resident of the area, she has extensive links to and knowledge of all the villages in the new Saltford ward and will represent all the villages with equal dedication and enthusiasm.

Stuart Dobson Green Party I went to school in Bath, left to go to uni, came back permanently in 2001. I’m married with two children. I work for an accountancy practice in Saltford. I joined the Green Party for many reasons: the coherent approach to looking after the

planet, social justice and welfare, energy and education policies, and renationalising the rail network. We are the only party to have consistently rejected “austerity” and provide a fairer alternative. I am concerned about privatisation and distribution of assets created with tax revenues to private companies, especially the NHS and education, and the ensuing redistribution of wealth to the wealthiest members of society. I ride a bike as much as possible for transport and for fun, and I would like to make the Bath area a safe place to cycle for everybody, not just the brave, or foolhardy. Bath’s Transport Strategy needs to focus on reducing traffic levels and therefore air pollution, better public transport, and overall an improved infrastructure for pedestrians and cyclists. As a councillor I would aim to support local business creating high-value jobs, promote local energy production and energyefficient homes.

WHAT LABOUR COUNCILLORS HAVE ALREADY ACHIEVED Forced the Council to write to the Chancellor asking for the introduction of free buses for people under 25 (a key Labour national policy) and to press the Tory Metro Mayor to get on with replacing the current bus service lottery with a franchising system (like the one in London).

Dave Biddleston & Joan Liley standing in Keynsham South Ward for the Bath and North East Somerset Elections

Campaigned to force the Council to take positive steps to achieve a zero-carbon future by opposing the expansion of Bristol Airport.

Jonathan Wallcroft and Andy McGuinness standing in Keynsham North Ward for the Bath and North East Somerset Elections.

Worked with the community to improve the lives and prospects of military veterans. This has created better outcomes for veterans across the whole of BANES.

Keith Burchell and John Wood standing in Keynsham East for the Bath and North East Somerset Elections.

Supported residents in Keynsham in their successful efforts to improve the location and facilities of the leisure centre. Worked with medical professionals to prevent the mortuary at the RUH being closed. This would have hit grieving relatives hard. It would also have meant the closure of the Forensic Pathology department at the University of Bath. Stopped the closure of all branch libraries because our communities need continued access to books and services. Supported Tintagel and other Curo residents to improve their lives and homes. Published by Keith Burchell on behalf of Keynsham & Saltford Labour Party, 2B Rodney Road, Saltford, BS31 3HP

Chris Davies for Keynsham North Town Council

Andy McGuinness for Keynsham North Town Council

Dave Biddleston and Rachael King for Keynsham South Town Council

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Duncan Hounsell lives in the newly expanded Saltford ward and has a record of public service, community engagement, and leadership. He has been chair of Saltford Parish Council and a spokesperson for the independent Saltford Station Campaign. He founded Saltford Stars Junior Football Club and has served as a governor of Wellsway School. Duncan’s career was as an assistant headteacher and head of mathematics in local comprehensive schools. Duncan has lived in Saltford for over 30 years. Protecting green belt and maintaining the essential character of our villages are his priorities.

Vote for town and parish councillors, too Alastair Singleton has lived in the ward for almost 30 years and is delighted to have the opportunity to serve the residents of Saltford ward on B&NES Council. After an early career in the police in Hong Kong and HM Diplomatic Service, he has spent many years in business locally and established and grown successful companies in the service sector. He was elected to the South West Regional Council of the CBI, served as vice chairman of Compton Dando Parish Council and spent 15 years as a magistrate in Bath. Alastair is married with three children and a dog, is a committed European and his passions include social justice, the environment and Fairtrade. Protecting green belt and maintaining the essential character of our villages are his priorities.

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Residents will also be invited to elect new councillors to Keynsham Town Council on May 2 – although four of the 15 seats will be filled without an election. The council has been dominated by the Conservatives for the past four years but this year residents won’t find the party named on their ballot papers. In a bid to “take party politics out” of the town council, the local group said it would not field candidates – although some previously on the council as Conservative councillors are standing. Labour and the Liberal Democrats can already guarantee they hold at least some of the seats as there won’t be an election in Keynsham South. Only four people put themselves forward for the five seats, meaning Dave Biddleston and Rachael King of Labour, Andy Halliday of the Lib Dems, and Allan Sinclair have all been elected without contest. With nine candidates standing for the five seats in each of

the other two wards, however, elections will go ahead in Keynsham North and Keynsham East. In Keynsham East, the candidates are: Caitlin Brennan (Lib Dem); Keith Burchell (Lab); Judith Cron; Clive Fricker (Independent); Alan Greenfield (Lib Dem); Jeffrey Isaac; Hal MacFie (Lib Dem); Andy Wait (Lib Dem); John Wood (Lab). In Keynsham North, the candidates are: David Brassington (Lib Dem); Tony Collings; Daniel Condick; Deborah Cooper (Independent – no party affiliation); Tony Crouch (Independent); Christopher Davis (Lab); Andy McGuinness (Lab); Brian Simmons; Jonathan Wallcroft (Lab). In Saltford, where the parish council is traditionally non-political, there are 12 people contesting the 11 seats on the council. They are: Adrian Betts; Marie Carder; Will Feay; Jon Godfrey; Gary Graveling; Phil Harding; Duncan Hounsell; Robert King; Adam Rees-Leonard; Rob Taylor; Sally Turner and Chris Warren.

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young dancers and staff, saying: “The team have had a great winter, rehearsing in Keynsham for performances in venues all over England, in friendly competition with other groups. “Our showpiece this year, Invisible Lines, has been all about the great friendships that can be made in this form of team dance activity and our dancers have clearly enjoyed it. “They have ended on a high at finals in April, and now we’ll be opening our doors to newcomers once again at the end of the month.” Imperial Winterguard trains at Kings Oak Academy in Kingswood from April – the start of the winterguard season – until September, before moving to Broadlands from September until March. Spring/summer

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also go to Craig Capel from the Bears Foundation for organising the day.” As well as watching the game at Twickenham, the Keynsham squad will get to walk onto the famous pitch when they take part in the Land Rover Premiership Cup Testimonial Parade with other winning teams at half-time. They will also meet a number of Land Rover rugby ambassadors during their visit. Counting down the days until the final, one member of the squad said: “It’s amazing to be chosen as the winning team – I can’t quite believe we have made it to Twickenham.” Another one of the U11s added: “I’m proud for my club and all my teammates we have been recognised. It makes me feel honoured we have been chosen by the other clubs.”

Keynsham Explorer Scouts are once again holding their popular annual plant sale to raise money for their activities throughout the year. A wide range of nursery-grown plants will be available to buy at Scout HQ in Ashton Way on Saturday, May 11, from 9.30am until 2.30pm.

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Scouts are once again holding their Charity Golf Day on Friday, June 7, at Stockwood Golf Club. In 2018, the golf team raised funds that contributed greatly to the purchase of a minibus that helps transport the young people to activities. All money raised in 2019 is supporting Scouting in Keynsham. Spokesperson Glen said: “We are raising money for adventure

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Colonies who completed their annual Clean for the Queen in the Keynsham area. Lots of rubbish was collected over an area stretching from Chewton Keynsham to Keynsham Memorial Park.

Young rugby players from Keynsham are off to the home of England Rugby to parade in front of a sell-out crowd after impressing on the pitch at an event hosted by the Bristol Bears. Keynsham Rugby Club’s Under-11s have been awarded a team trip to Twickenham on June 1 to watch the Gallagher Premiership Rugby Final. It’s the youngsters’ reward for their performance in the Land Rover Premiership Cup at the end of March, hosted by Bristol Bears at Bristol Grammar School. The rugby festival weekend saw U12 and U11s teams from across the Combination area compete, with the matchday treat awarded to the team from each age group that best demonstrated the core values of rugby, such as teamwork, sportsmanship,

they have been spending time having sleepovers and trying lots of new adventurous activities. In true Scouting tradition they’ve been enjoying campfires (with marshmallows), making gadgets and having fun.

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ne Beaver shouts: “How high can we go?” Another shouts: “To the roof!” And off they go. Our local Beaver Scouts have been trying out their new climbing skills and, yes, they did get to the roof. The Beaver Scouts from both Keynsham Rocky and K2 Beaver colonies have certainly been in action over the last few weeks. As well as weekly meetings

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MON & TUE, JULY 1 & 2 Abbey Road The Space, 7.30pm. Tickets £9 from keynshamtickets. cloudvenue.co.uk

TUE, JULY 2 Lunchtime concert with U3A Swing Band Victoria Methodist Church, Keynsham High Street. Free with retiring collection.

THUR, JULY 4 Opera in The Park Donizetti’s Elixir of Love with Opera In a Box in the Top Stage Marquee, Keynsham Memorial Park, 7.30pm. Tickets £15 from keynshamtickets.cloudvenue. co.uk Jelli Records Acoustic The Ship from 8.30pm. Free/ collection. Acoustic at B Block Helen James and the Summerhouse Band. Free but ticket essential, from Keynsham Town Council – 0117 986 8683.

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allowed to grow. The hearts will be available to purchase for £2.50 at the Scout Plant Sale in Ashton Way and at the YoungMinds Coffee Morning in the Fear Institute.

e are pleased to announce that one of our Keynsham in Bloom residents, Clare Pollock, will be hosting an open garden weekend, opening up her garden to visitors on June 22 and 23 between 10am and 4pm. Entry to the garden will be 50p, with all proceeds going to Keynsham in Bloom. The garden is located at 14 Warwick Road, Keynsham, BS31 2PW – parking is limited, but extra parking is available at the rear of the property via Berkeley Gardens. Both Clare and Chris are looking forward to welcoming visitors around the garden, which has many uneven areas filled with a variety of flora, including two newly designated areas for the BLUE Campaign, which aims to encourage wildlife back into Britain’s gardens. There will be an opportunity for visitors to buy plants, which Clare has been busy growing, with proceeds going to Keynsham in Bloom community projects. Clare is no stranger to showcasing her award-winning garden to judges and has won a number of awards both in the

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Volunteers urgently required Volunteers litter picking at Keynsham Station; right, a view of Clare Pollock’s award-winning garden Keynsham in Bloom and Bath in sessions in preparation for South HQ in Ashton Way from 9.30am Bloom gardening competitions. West in Bloom judging in July. to 2.30pm and the YoungMinds She has also won awards at RHS A big thank you to our coffee morning at the Fear Hall, South West in Bloom regional level volunteers Linda, Mary, Celia, both on May 11. Do keep an eye and was featured in last year’s Desmond, Jeanette, Belinda, on our Facebook page – Keynsham Keynsham in Bloom’s entry into Peter, Dee, Easter and Edward. in Bloom Community Group – for RHS Britain in Bloom, with one of Special thanks as well to GWR details of where you can pick up the judges likening her garden staff Pete Jobson and Ed Stevens entry forms and please note that to a “mini Chelsea”. Visitors to the for supporting us on the day and at the moment forms are not garden will have the opportunity to GWR for providing us with available to collect from Keynsham of seeing first-hand exactly what refreshments and taking the Town Council’s office in Temple catches the judges’ eye. rubbish away for us. This was our Street. yearly contribution to the Keep Great British Spring Clean Britain Tidy Great British Spring BLUE Campaign Volunteers were out in force Clean campaign. We are grateful to Chris Vincent of recently litter picking and Vincent Carpentry for sponsoring collecting rubbish around the Keynsham in Bloom Garden the wooden hearts that residents Keynsham Station area, which Competition can put on display as part of this included an old TV from the Entry forms for this year’s campaign. Chris has made the car park and woodland area. competition will shortly be hearts from recycled timber and We managed to fill 10 bags and available from a number of outlets they are pre-painted ready for volunteers also tidied up the along our High Street. You will also you to stake into your designated community garden, where they will be able to pick up an entry form “rewilding” area – where native soon be starting regular garden from the Scout Plant Sale at Scout plants or “weeds” have been

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This is going to be another exciting year for us with a number of key community projects taking place across the town. Vacancies include: Minute Secretary; Treasurer; Events Coordinator; Volunteers Leader; Marketing Officer.

Knitting and Crochet Friday Club The next two sessions will be taking place on Friday, April 25, and Friday, May 17, both at the Keynsham Royal British Legion in Charlton Road from 3pm to 5pm.

Mervyn Hawkins with John Allen and Russell Holt

Mervyn cheers on old team to 2-0 victory A former Keynsham Town footballer who turns 90 this month said he would have loved to have put his boots on once more as his old club welcomed him to a game as a matchday VIP. Mervyn Hawkins, who joined the club in 1953, cheered on the team as they scored a 2-0 win against Portishead Town on

March 30. He was also joined by six members of his family, with some even travelling from Leicester. Mervyn met manager John Allen, his assistant Russell Holt and took a closer look at the 3G playing surface, telling John and Russell he would have loved to put on some boots and joined the warm-up.

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Working together for stronger community Supporting and reflecting our ‘ diverse communities is an important S part of my role tronger communities are safer communities. However, strong communities can only thrive if we continue to develop our relationships, working together as residents, local people and the police. So I was pleased to see the police and the local community coming together to celebrate the opening of a new memorial garden in Castle Park in Bristol. The memorial honours 83,000 Sikh soldiers who lost their lives in the First and Second World Wars. It is of the utmost importance that we remember that in both wars Sikh soldiers, as well as people of other faiths, stood shoulder to shoulder to form part of the British Army. The memorial is a wonderful place that the old and young alike can visit and remember the bravery of the Sikh soldiers. Supporting and reflecting our diverse communities is an important part of my role and a specific priority within my Police and Crime plan. I was therefore

delighted to attend the new Bristol Muslim Strategic Leaders Group; this important group is looking at ways our Muslim communities can be more involved within our public services. Making sure our public services not only reflect the communities they serve with the people they employ but also that the service reflects their needs and those of their community is absolutely essential. n I really welcomed the national ‘Make Yourself Heard’ campaign that aims to raise awareness of a silent 999 system. The Silent Solution system enables 999 mobile callers who are too scared to make a noise or to speak to press 55 when prompted, informing police that they are in a

genuine emergency. There could be occasions where speaking out loud is not possible or would put you in more danger, and that is why knowing about the 55 service is important. We need to ensure everyone knows about the system, as in extreme situations, it could potentially save lives. The campaign was launched during National Stalking Awareness Week. On average, around 100 incidents take place before a stalking crime is reported and we need to encourage victims to come forward and seek help from either the police or other agencies. We need to bust the myth that stalking involves someone sitting in the bushes outside your house; stalking can include persistent and unwanted behaviour that

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Townswomen’s Guild, who brought along knitting patterns and plenty of information about knitted “Trauma Teddies”, which fire brigades around the country give to youngsters who have experienced a fire or an accident. The guild’s next talk will be The Life and Times of Jane Austen and new members are always welcome on the second Tuesday of each month in the Fear Hall at 9.45am.

ir pollution is big news, and rightly too, given that it’s responsible for the premature deaths of up to 40,000 people in the UK each year. Banning the worst polluting vehicles from city centres goes some way to reducing the risks, but the fact is that all petrol and diesel cars emit polluting particles, and it’s not just city centres that suffer. Until we’ve transitioned entirely to electric cars, buses and lorries, people living and working in our towns and cities will remain at risk. Another way of getting cars off our streets is to encourage cycling and walking. B&NES say they’ll spend 15 per cent of their £2.8 million transport infrastructure budget on cycling and walking improvements in 2019/20. I think it should be more. As well as focusing on the cycle routes we already have, money should be spent on local infrastructure in suburban areas – making car-free routes to school and into Keynsham High Street from the new developments

would be a great start. In Scotland, the government gives people grants to buy electric bikes. In a hilly town like Keynsham, this would be a great way of encouraging more people onto two wheels. E-bikes still give you exercise, but also an extra boost up Bath Hill or Queens Road! I’d love to see B&NES Council running a scheme like that. Until society stops treating the car as king, we won’t get more people on bikes (or walking). The way we talk about cycling only entrenches the status quo. When newspapers report that “a cyclist has been knocked off his bike by a lorry”, they actually mean that “a person driving a lorry swerved into a person riding a bike”. Sounds much worse, doesn’t it? If we see everyone on the road as people – and as equals – maybe we’ll all have more respect for each other on the roads, and more adults and children taking up cycling for their own health and that of their community.

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April 26 to 28

n Keynsham Walking Festival returns with seven guided walks, picnic and children’s activities, quiz and more. See https://e-voice.org. uk/keynshamwalkersarewelcome for details.

April 27

n Community fun day at Queens Road Methodist Church and Community at 67, Queens Road, 2pm to 4pm. Stalls, entertainment from Keyford Dance School, bouncy castle, emergency services vehicles, cakes and refreshments. See see www.community-67.org for details.

April 28

n Saltford Wombles’ monthly litter pick, 2-4pm for a postEaster tidy-up. Meeting places vary, details will be emailed to all those registered with the Saltford Wombles and posted on the Saltford Environment website. Email Barbara at saltfordwombles@ gmail.com to find out more. n Marshfield Band performs at the Bandstand in Keynsham Memorial Park, from 3pm to 5pm.

April 30 to May 4

n Spamalot 50th Anniversary Show with Keynsham Light Opera Group (KLOG) at Broadlands Academy, 7.30pm (Saturday matinee at 2.30pm). Contact Tracey on 07580 259757 or email her at klogs@ hotmail.co.uk for tickets. Visit www. klogs.co.uk for more information and online booking.

May 2 ln Elections for Bath and North East Somerset Council, Keynsham Town Council and Saltford Parish Council n Keynsham Film Works screens Harold and Maude (15), a black

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n Cam Valley Arts Spring Exhibition and Sale, Conygre Hall, North Road, Timsbury near Bath BA2 0JQ, 11am to 5pm. Free entry, visit www. camvalleyartstrail.co.uk

May 5

n Sunday afternoon tea for those who would like some good company and a chat over a cuppa, Saltford Hall, 2-4pm.

May 8

n KeynshamNow, Keynsham’s youth council, meets at the Civic Centre from 5.30pm to 7.30pm. Young people aged from 12 to 20 welcome, visit www.facebook.com/ KeynshamNow

May 11

n Keynsham Farmers’ Market, Market Walk, 9am to 1pm. Locally produced food and products, visit www.somersetfarmersmarkets. co.uk/markets/keynsham n Keynsham Explorer Scouts’ annual plant sale, Scout HQ, Ashton Way, 9.30am to 2.30pm. n Somerdale Litter Pick, 2.30pm to 4.30pm, meeting point in the car park next to the sales office (down the main drive and turn right in front of the old factory buildings). Email womble@ transitionkeynsham.org for further information. n The Summerhouse Band live at Temple Street Canteen, 7.30pm. Folk duo Helen James and Paul Barclay are joined by Alice Barclay on violin, cellist Camilla Litchfield and classical pianist Ken Dale. In aid of the Forever Friends Appeal for the new Cancer Care Centre at the Bath RUH. Tickets £6 to £14.95 depending on food and drink options.

May 11 and 12

n Newbridge Arts Trail features around 40 artists who will open the doors at 20 venues to the public from 11am to 6pm. Entry is free and there will be an array of artworks from jewellery to sculpture and painting to printmaking. Visit www.newbridgeartstrail.com for more details.

May 12

n Dodington Parish Band performs at the Bandstand in Keynsham Memorial Park, 3pm to 5pm.

March 13

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. lMay 16 n A New View of God and its Effect on Well-being. A free talk on Christian Science by Phillip Hockley at 7.30pm in the Christian Science Church, 51 North View, Westbury Park, BS6 7PY.

May 17

n Lunchtime concert in St John’s Church, Keynsham with Helen James and Paul Barclay, folk duo. 1pm to 1.50pm. Admission free, retiring collection.

May 18

n Keynsham Rotary Club’s Annual Grand Spring Plant Fair, doors open 8.30am at the Fear Hall, Keynsham High Street. Huge variety of plants, refreshments available, free entry. Proceeds to Meningitis Now and other Rotary charities. n Keynsham Walkers Are Welcome four-mile walk around Greyfield Woods. Meet at the bus stop by St John’s Church at 10.15am to catch the bus to High Littleton. Bus fare is £7 return, arriving back in Keynsham at 2.30pm. Bring your own refreshments for a short break en route. n Spring concert in aid of the RUH Cancer Care Centre, 7pm, at Victoria Methodist Church, Keynsham High Street. The Key Voices Community Choir will be joined by the Saturday Singers and the Summerhouse Band. Free entry, donations to the Forever Friends Appeal. n Saltford Community Cinema screens Stan and Ollie (PG) at Saltford Hall at 7.30pm. Doors open at 6.45pm, tickets £5. Fully licensed bar available and Marshfield ice cream. Hearing loop available.

May 19

n Join Keith Norton of the Keynsham and Saltford Local History Society for a guided history walk around Keynsham Memorial Park. Meet by the café in the park for a start at 2.30pm. No charge.

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n Bath Spa Band performs at the Bandstand in Keynsham Memorial Park, 3pm to 5pm.

May 20

n Timsbury Natural History Group hosts a brief AGM followed by a talk entitled Summertime in Sweden by Andy Daw. It starts at 7.30pm at Conygre Hall, North Road, Timsbury BA2 0JQ and there are refreshments, a book sale and a raffle. Visitors welcome, further information from secretary Rod Bruce on 01761 433013.

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n WHAT’S ON Church, Keynsham with Nomine Choir, 1pm to 1.50pm. Admission free, retiring collection.

June 1

n Disco, raffle and auction at Keynsham Rugby Club, from 7pm, in aid of four-year-old Rosie-May Edwards. Tickets £5 adults/£2.50 for under-12s from Jenna on 07493 191579. n Saltford Village Choir performs its summer concert, Fields of Gold, at Saltford Hall, 7.30pm. Tickets £8 from choir members or on 01225 873224.

June 2

n Sunday afternoon tea for those who would like some good company and a chat over a cuppa, Saltford Hall, 2-4pm.

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n Keynsham Veggies and Vegans is a support group for the everpopular green lifestyle. For chats, food, drink, info and V/Ve food events nearby, please join the Facebook group: facebook.com/ groups/keynshamvegans l SPINE SAFE PILATES COURSE l 6 weeks l £42 l Limited participants (prebooking required) l 30-minute classes www.gentlefitness.co.uk samantha@gentlefitness.co.uk Samantha 07736309272

May 21

n Bristol and Avon Family History Society give a presentation – “An Introduction to Family History Research” – to help anyone thinking of researching their ancestors. No preparation necessary, guides and literature will be available. To be held at the Fear Hall, Keynsham High Street. Admission from 2.15pm for a 2.30pm start. Admission £5 on the door.

May 25

n Live music from Gavin Osborn and The Comment Section at Temple Street Canteen, 6pm. Entry £6.50 or £12.50 with food.

May 26

n Congresbury Band performs at the Bandstand in Keynsham Memorial Park, 2pm to 4pm.

May 31

n Lunchtime concert in St John’s

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n Keynsham Writers is a small and friendly evening support group for budding novelists serious about one day getting published. For latest event details, please visit the Facebook group: facebook.com/ groups/keynshamwriters ln Pilates classes, Keynsham Methodist Church Key Centre from 11.30am to 12.30pm. Classes £36 for six sessions or pay per class. Spaces available. Please contact Jenny Greenslade on 07784271249.

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n Key Voices, Keynsham’s friendly community choir, meet at St Dunstan’s Church, Bristol Road from 7.15pm to 9.30pm. Choir leader Maria Johnson studied music at Cambridge University and has taught music and conducted choirs in a variety of venues. Adults of all ages welcome, no experience needed. For more information, visit www.keyvoices.jimdo.com or call Karen on 01761 472708.

alternate Mondays. Small friendly group, all abilities, with experienced teacher. £5.50 per session. Call 07784 839781 for more information.

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ln Zen 02 Fitness for all abilities 9.30am, Fear Hall, Keynsham High Street. Trusted, proven, relaxing, fun. Gets results. TRY FOR FREE. Debi: 07807460856; email:fit@ zen02.com; or www.zen02.com

n 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.

l n Pilates classes suitable for all ages and abilities, 7.10-8pm Keynsham Key Centre, FREE 15 min introduction for beginners before the class starts. All mats and equipment are supplied. To book call John 07837 302678 or visit jehfitness.co.uk (other classes available).

n Cardio Fit, an hour-long high energy aerobics workout, at St Mary’s Church Hall in Saltford at 7.30pm. Please contact Hannah on 07903367887 or @cardiofit on Facebook to book a class

n Keynsham 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 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 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 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. l n Introduction to Pilates for back pain with Sandhya (older adults). Are you fed up of the pain in your back? Exercise classes are too fast or too strong? Are you fed up of taking medication for the pain? Try Pilates for backs to reduce back pain and improve your core so that you can go about your everyday activities without being in agony! Small class size to give more one-on-one attention. Suitable for beginners and those with herniated discs. No previous experience needed. No sit-ups, no crunches.. Take it at your own pace.. Be kind and gentle with your body. 9.45am, Fear Hall, Keynsham High Street. Www.yogakeynsham.com FB: Yogakeynsham. Check spaces at Bookwhen.com/yogakeynsham or call 07565 976 129. Other classes Wed and Thursday and Sun family yoga 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 Art class at 10am to noon in the Fear Hall, Keynsham,

n Keynsham and District Lions Club meets the second Monday of every month, 7pm to 7.30pm at Saltford Hall. The group undertakes fundraising for various causes locally, nationally and internationally and supports community events. New members welcome, call 0117 9609446 or visit www.keynshamlions.org.uk. n Keynsham Creative Writers meet on the second Monday of the month from 2.30pm to 4pm and the fourth Monday from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. We are a small, friendly group and welcome new members of all abilities. For more information contact George on 0117 914 8654 or email 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

n 50+ Light and Easy Exercise classes would welcome new members to their group. Fun, friendly and social class on Mondays, 10-11am, at Keynsham Methodist Church, Key Centre. Cost £4 per session. Contact Jenny for more details on 0117 961 3327. n The Women’s Section of the Royal British Legion Keynsham would be delighted to welcome new members. They meet upstairs at the RBL Club on the first Monday of each month, 7.30pm. Speakers, social events and outings. Come and meet new friends. n Keynsham Machine Knitting Club. We meet on the second Monday in the month at Stirling Way Community Centre, Keynsham, 2-4pm. We have two club machines to practice knitting. Help and tuition will be given to get you knitting again. We try to have at least four speakers/ demonstrators a year. Come and join us, we are a very friendly club. Call Margaret on 0117 986 5559.

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l From Page 31 our friendly group of singers. No audition, no need to be able to read music, just come along and enjoy singing. More details from Julie on 01225 872336.

n Stay curious at Somerdale Shed! A social club for interesting people who like to do interesting things. Every Tuesday, 6pm to 9pm, at Keynsham’s Community Shed, Tiberius Road, BS31 2FH. Just drop in or see our Facebook group “Somerdale Shed” for details. ln Pilates Mat classes for all abilities running at Queen Charlton Village Hall. Seven-week course costing £63, drop-in £12 per class (classes run 55 mins). Beginners/ Improvers, 10.30am. To book call Elena on 07732 246866 or email elena@vitalpilates.co.uk, www. vitalpilates.co.uk n Age UK B&NES hosts Tai Chi at Victoria Methodist Church, 2.15pm to 3.15pm, £4. To join, call 01225 484510 or email active@ ageukbanes.co.uk n 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.

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ln Pilates classes suitable for all ages and abilities, 10.30-11.20am (over-50s) Keynsham Key Centre, FREE 15 min introduction for beginners before the class starts, all mats and equipment are supplied. To book call John on 07837 302678 or visit jehfitness. co.uk (other classes available). n Short mat bowling at Keynsham Scout hut, Ashton Way, 1pm to 4pm. All year round. Everyone welcome, first three sessions free. Please contact David Sawyer 01225 872780 for more details. n Age UK B&NES Book Club Meets on the last Tuesday of the month,10am to 11.30am at Keynsham Library, donation £3. Call 01225 484510 or email active@ ageukbanes.co.uk n The Macular Degeneration Group meets on the second Tuesday of the month at Boots Opticians in Keynsham High Street. It is an opportunity to chat over coffee and get help and support from fellow sufferers. Call 0117 973 5292 for more details. n Keynsham Older People’s Social Group (KOPS), first Tuesday of every month, 2-4pm at Community At

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67, Queens Road. New members always welcome. Contact Michelle Tarrant at Age UK BaNES on 01225 484510 or active@ageukbanes. co.uk for more information. Website ageukbanes.co.uk n Keynsham Walking Football Club on the 3G pitch at Keynsham Town Football Club, for the over65s, 10-11am. The beautiful game played a little slower – turn up and play. Call Martin on 07754 543719. n Get out, meet people, have fun and keep fit! Really informal, friendly, mixed badminton club for adults 18 to 80. Beginners court 1, previous players/ regulars courts 2,3,4. Keynsham Leisure Centre,10am-noon, £2.40. Drop in or ring Clive on 0117 986 6793. n Sing along to your favourite rhymes at Baby Bounce & Rhyme, every Tuesday at Keynsham Library: Session 1 – 10-10.30am; Session 2 – 11-11.30am. n Parkinson’s Bath & District Branch, Keynsham social coffee mornings – every last Tuesday in the month. 10.30am-noon at The Talbot Inn, Bath Road, Keynsham, BS31 1NP. Open to anyone with Parkinson’s Disease, a carer or friend wishing to support those with the disease, help in a voluntary capacity, or organise fundraising events. n Keynsham green drinks, every third Tuesday of the month, upstairs at The Ship Inn from 7.30pm, Temple Street. A friendly group of Keynsham residents interested in green and environmental issues, we get together monthly for a drink and a chat. New faces welcome! n 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.

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n New T-Jive modern jive class. Every Tuesday afternoon from 2-4pm at The Fear Hall, 30 High Street, Keynsham. Modern jive is one of the easiest partner dances to learn – based on rock’n roll but much smoother. Come on your own or with a friend or partner, there are several of us on hand to lead or follow. Tea and biscuits served. All ages and abilities, beginners especially welcome. Free first lesson. For details, contact Sue on 07979 740702. n Saltford Floral Club meets every fourth Tuesday at 2pm in Saltford Hall. For events see our website www.saltfordfloralclub.com or contact Val Purkis (Chairman) via email valpurkis@hotmail.com or call 07931 103 387. n Fry Club Joggers run every Tuesday, meeting at 7pm in the Somerdale Pavilion foyer. We jog/ run five to seven miles around the local area. Friendly club with members from 20s to 70s. New joiners always welcome. See frysjoggers.btck.co.uk. n St John’s Toddler Group meets every Tuesday and Thursday during term-time from 9.45-11.30am in St John’s Church Hall, Keynsham. Children aged 0-4 years can come and play with a wide range of toys and take part in craft activities and singing every week. Refreshments included. All welcome – first session free. Contact Anais Hall on 07545 391659 for more information. n Activity days at @One, St John’s Church, Keynsham. The activities are cookery or art in the morning (10am-2pm) then drama in the afternoon (2-4pm) for people with learning disabilities, £33.33 for full day, bring packed lunch. Call the Swallow office to book on 01761 414034 or email judy@ swallowcharity.org. n Wellsway Ladies’ Badminton Club, 7.30-9.30pm at Keynsham Leisure Centre. For more information, call Jenny on 0117 986 8331. n St Keyna Townswomen’s Guild meets on the second Tuesday of each month in the Fear Hall, Keynsham between 9.45am and 11.45am. They are a friendly, outgoing group of ladies who enjoy interesting speakers and numerous sub-group outings and

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n WHAT’S ON activities. Come along to our next meeting for a coffee/ tea and biscuits, you will be most welcome.

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Wednesday

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.

l n Pilates classes suitable for all ages and abilities, 6-30-7.25 pm, Keynsham Key Centre, FREE 15 min introduction for beginners before the class starts, all mats and equipment are supplied. To book call John on 07837 302678 or visit jehfitness.co.uk (other classes available).

n Keynsham Good Afternoon Choir with music man Grenville Jones, 2-4pm at Victoria Methodist Church. No auditions and great songs with the accent on fun and friendship. £4 per session, come and meet us. Call 01761 472468 or visit www.goodafternoonchoir. org

n Keynsham Photowalkers meet every Wednesday from 10.30am at different places around Keynsham to explore, take photos and enjoy being outdoors. We have a Facebook page and group which have details of where we’ll be each week. It’s free and everyone is welcome to join in.

n ChoirJam pop choir meets on Wednesday mornings 11am12.30pm at the Fear Hall in the High Street. See Tuesday’s entry for details.

n Popular sequence dances at The Fear Hall, Keynsham, 7.30-10pm. Anyone interested in dancing is welcome, friendly atmosphere, first visit free. Call 07808 481 343 or 0117 986 4014.

n Age UK B&NES’ Walking Group, variable programme, often leaving around 10am. Cost is £18 per year, which allows you to go out with any of the walking groups in the area. Call 01225 484510 or email active@ ageukbanes.co.uk n Short mat bowling at Wellsway School sports centre, 7pm to 10pm. All year round, everyone welcome. First three sessions are free. Please contact David Sawyer 01225 872780 for more details. In Zen 02 Fitness for all abilities 10am, Fear Hall, Keynsham High Street. Trusted, proven, relaxing, fun. Gets results. TRY FOR FREE. Debi: 07807460856; email:fit@ zen02.com; or www.zen02.com

n Maths At 67, a small after-school fun maths club for Years 5 and 6 runs on Wednesdays in term time, 4-5pm at Community At 67. Call Sheila Crocombe on 0117 986 3961. n Baby Comes Too meets every Wednesday afternoon, in term time, from 1.15pm to 2.45pm upstairs in the Key Centre, Keynsham. All carers with children aged 0-4 years are welcome! We have a home corner, dressing up, books, jigsaws, plenty of play vehicles, Peppa Pig toys and lots more! Refreshments are included. £1 per family per week. Please join us, the first session is free! See www.babycomestoo.btck. co.uk.

In NEW PILATES CLASS. Mondays 11.30am to 12.30pm Keynsham, Wednesdays 1.45pm to 2.45pm Keynsham. Please bring a mat. £36 for six-week booking. Contact Jenny 07784 271249. www. pilates4posture.co.uk

n 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 Cardio Fit, an hour-long high energy aerobics workout, at St Mary’s Church Hall in Saltford at 9.15am. Please contact Hannah

n The Keynsham and Saltford branch of the British Sugarcraft Guild meets on the second Wednesday of every month,

7.15pm, at the Wick House Community Hall, Wick House Close, Saltford. Cake decorating demonstrations, workshops for all to join in, please just come along. Contact Iris Seymour on 01275 834233 for more information. n Community At 67 Scrabble Club meets on Wednesday of each week from 2-4pm. New members welcome, ring 0773 774 2300 or come along. Meets at 67 Queens Road, Keynsham.

Thursday ln Pilates Mat classes for all abilities starting Queen Charlton Village Hall. Seven-week course costing £63, drop-in £12 per class (classes run 55 mins). Beginners/ Improvers, 6.30pm. To book call Elena 07732 246866 or email elena@vitalpilates.co.uk, www. vitalpilates.co.uk n Short mat bowling at Keynsham Scout hut, Ashton Way, 1pm to 4pm. All year round. Everyone welcome, first three sessions free. Contact David Sawyer on 01225 872780 for more details. n Walking football for over-50s, 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, from 10.30am to noon. Free entry. Open to all who have been diagnosed with dementia, with a carer if needed. More details from Keynsham Dementia Action Alliance on 0117 983 7923. ln Pilates classes suitable for all ages and abilities, 10-10.50am, 12.30-1.25pm or 6.30-7.25pm Saltford Community Centre , FREE 15 min introduction for beginners before the class starts, all mats and equipment are supplied. To book call John on 07837 302678 or visit jehfitness.co.uk (other classes available) n Saltford Sewing Group for clothes sewers of all ages and skills, sharing ideas and techniques and creating classic and unique garments. Group is held on Thursday afternoons. Contact June on 01225 872304 for more information. n Badminton club – join a friendly

club who play at Broadlands Academy on Thursday evenings, 7pm until 9pm. Contact Joan on 01761453169. In Introduction to Yoga for the inflexible. Relax, calm and create a sense of balance with this beginners’ yoga class. Learn the poses while reducing stress and anxiety. We won’t ask you to look like a pretzel. If you want a class for beginners and those that feel as stiff as a board then this class is for you. No more than 12-14 in a class. Class is with Jules. You will be guided to go at your own pace and we finish with a lovely relaxation, getting you ready to drift off to sleep. Suitable for beginners, no previous experience needed.. Take it at your own pace.. Be kind and gentle with your body. 6pm and 7.15pm, St Francis Hall, Warwick Road, Keynsham. BS31 2PW. www.yogakeynsham. com, Sandhya on 07565 976 129 FB: Yogakeynsham. Other classes Mon, Wed, Thur and Sun. n Age UK B&NES’ Walking Group, meets twice a month on a Thursday morning, currently has spaces for new walkers. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people, exercise in the fresh air and discover your surrounding area whilst being led by trained and friendly volunteers. If you would like to know more please contact Michelle Tarrant on 01225 484510, or visit ageukbanes. co.uk n Come and listen to stories and rhymes for youngsters at Story Time every Thursday during term time at Keynsham Library, 1010.30am. 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 Painting for pleasure club, we meet Thursday afternoons from 2-4pm at Saltford Hall. Contact Eileen on 01225 873224. n St John’s Toddler Group meets every Tuesday and Thursday Turn to Page 34

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l From Page 33 during term-time between 9.45am and 11.30am in St John’s Church Hall, Keynsham. Children 0-4 years can come and play with a wide range of toys and take part in craft activities and singing. Refreshments included. All welcome – first session free. Call Anais Hall on 07545 391659. n Somerset Morris Dancers meet 8-10pm at Marksbury Village Hall. We are a women’s side and dance West Country Stave Dances and Cotswold Morris. New musicians welcome, male and female, at 7.30pm. Call Jill on 01761 470773 for more information.

Friday

n The Friday Afternoon Club meets at Keynsham Royal British Legion Club, Charlton Road, 3pm to 5pm, on the third Friday of the month. Craft activities to create an art installation as part of Keynsham in Bloom’s displays. Activities will also include board games, quizzes and chat.

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n Chew Park Badminton Club serves the B&NES and South Glos areas. Chew Park BC currently play on a Friday night, 7.30pm to 10.30pm at St Brendan’s School, Broomhill Road, Brislington. Visitors looking to play competitive badminton in a friendly club are welcome. For further details, email chewparkbc@outlook.com or ring Mary on 07989 359762. n Keynsham Walking Football Club on the 3G pitch at Keynsham Town Football Club, 10-11am. The beautiful game played a little slower – turn up and play. Details from Martin on 07754 543719. n Goldies Sing&Smile sessions are open to everybody. These are fun, uplifting social groups where we sing-a-long to the popular hits of the 50s onwards. You don’t have to be able to sing, just love music! Keynsham Goldies sessions take place at The Key Centre on the second and last Friday of every month from 2.00-3.00pm. Saltford Goldies session takes place at

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Kingfisher Lodge Care Centre, Chestnut Walk on the third Friday of every month from 2-3pm. £2 voluntary donation to attend.

come for coffee or contact the Church Office on 0117 914 9408 or Christopher Bailey on 01225 872784.

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Saturday

n Tea ‘n’ Tots meets 9.30-11.30am every Friday morning during term time in Keynsham Baptist Church hall. This is a free drop-in for babies, toddlers and their carers, with toys, craft, stories and singing. For more information contact the church on 0117 986 3112. n CAMEO is a friendly group providing fellowship and a wide range of activities for those living on their own. We are open to all denominations or to those with no affiliations. We meet for coffee (10am-noon) at Victoria Methodist Church on the first Friday of the month. If you are interested,

n Somerdale Pavilion Parkrun, 9am, every Saturday. A free timed 5km run – register at www.parkrun. org.uk/somerdalepavilion/ n Free Turn Up and Play Football Sessions for children aged between five and 16 with physical, sensory and learning difficulties, 9am to10am at Keynsham Town FC. Contact Martin for more details on 07754 543719. n Weekend Wellness Saturdays, 10-11am, free (funded by the Wellbeing College) at Timeout, Keynsham. Visit www. yogakeynsham.com or email Yogakeynsham@gmail.com for details. n Salt and Sham Cycle Club’s weekly 45km ride around Chew Valley Lake, starting at Ashton Way car park in Keynsham

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n WHAT’S ON at 7am and ending at Keynsham Cricket Club for refreshments. Visit www.saltandsham.co.uk for more details.

n Keynsham has a community veg plot to share. Anyone who would like to grow vegetables but doesn’t know how, doesn’t have a garden or just loves gardening and wants to meet other likeminded people can come along to the plot from 10.30am on the first Saturday of the month. You’ll find us behind the cafe in Keynsham Memorial Park. Call Aileen on 07854 149008. n Who Let the Dads Out, 1011.30am, third Saturday of the month. St John’s Church Hall, Keynsham. For dads, grandads, male carers and preschool kids. Bacon butties, toys, great coffee. Follow us on Twitter @ keynshamwltdo.

Sunday

n Tai chi classes return to the park. 9am every Sunday in all weathers. Contact 07731 198890 or

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taichikeynsham@outlook.com n Free social runs for ladies. Meet Sunday 8am at the top of Chandos Road where it meets Station Road. Warm-up, social run of 30 to 45 minutes and cool down. For details, see www.thismumruns. co.uk/bath n Walks for single people. Solo Rendezvous walk every Sunday in the area, starting at 11am. Please phone for walk details: 01454 775508 or 01454 774984.

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Walking after Midnight When the clocks strike midnight, and the streets are dark, the world suddenly becomes a strangely quiet place. It takes courage to put on your coat and go for a walk. What are you doing an inner voice asks, you should be tucked up in bed not out in the dark. The door closes behind you, the die is cast and you wander into an unknown world. You feel very small, but excited as well, as you gaze up at the stars and the halfmoon so far off. Then your eyes become accustomed to the dark and things take on shadowy shapes; it’s like looking through a thick veil. The pile of clothes in a doorway is really a homeless man sheltering from the cold, with only his dog to keep him warm. You have nothing to give him, only your woolly hat and scarf. Thanks, he grunts, God bless you. Those were words you had not expected to hear. Hurrying on by you pass a shop, its interior lights on, all the tills open to show they are empty, hoping to avoid unwelcome callers.

The sound of a car approaching fast makes your heart race, and then you notice the flashing blue lights, they light up the night and dazzle your eyes but it cannot stop; it has to get its passenger to hospital fast. Whose mother, father, sister or brother are they trying to save? You turn down a road that will lead you back home. A fox comes towards you and rushes past; it has a family to feed. You feel a rush of wind on your face and realise an owl has flown silently by. Night animals that hide from us during the day are hunting for food for themselves and their families. Around the next corner there’s a welcome sight. You are home again to a tasty hot chocolate and a nice warm bed. Good night and God Bless! Erica Andrews

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n BACK TO NATURE

How our gardens can hold the key to species’ comeback with Avon Wildlife Trust Keynsham Group

hat an excellent way to finish the 2018/19 season, writes vice-chair Philippa Paget. Avon Wildlife Trust Keynsham Group’s speaker in April, Chris Sperring OBE, was thought-provoking and thoroughly inspirational. He’s locally, nationally and internationally recognised for his work with owls and work to promote ways to help our natural environment. He works locally with people, spreading his wide

knowledge and understanding of wildlife, and influencing decisions at government policy level. Chris stated that we are in the midst of a mass plant and animal extinction on a scale worse than when dinosaurs died out, and explained how countries such as Sweden are re-wilding to great effect, while in France the drastic drop in insect numbers led to the banning of certain insecticides. Where Chris lives in Portishead he overcame doubters with a hugely successful habitat project for barn owls. Wildlife thrives alongside the new housing development in wild areas enjoyed by local people. Human benefit is vital in getting his message across and for sustainability of long-term projects. Over the last few weeks Chris

Chris Sperring OBE has been working with the Forestry Commission to mark its 100th anniversary, and the Hawk and Owl Trust’s 50th, with night surveying for the beautiful long-eared owl. Sadly their numbers have seriously declined over the last 10 years due to lack of good habitat on the edges of forests. Working together, he believes, will bring improvements. Chris told us he is not a gardener, but he knows how to re-wild his garden and this is where he gets inspiration for his work. Gardeners are the key to urban success in linking green spaces. Chris said it’s fact that the urban

environment and gardens are often better habitat than the countryside, which is still too often grazed to the level that would be more suited to play golf than for insects! He encouraged us to do what we could in our own gardens. With small changes, species such as the rare yellow legged mining bee could benefit. We should allow our lawns to grow daisies and dandelion etc, plant red valerian for a wide range of insects, goat willow for honey bees and avoid using chemicals. He explained how, with a healthy bird population, house sparrow, wren and dunnock can do the work of the chemicals for us, eating insects and feeding their young. And blackbirds and thrushes eat snails from uncut grassy edges. To bring back the balance of nature, Chris planted fruit-bearing plants such as cherry tree and hawthorn in his garden and he supplements the wild food by feeding birds 12 months of the year. But on top of what we can achieve ourselves, Chris advocates saving taxpayers money and suggests we target our councillors over money spent unnecessarily

on the over-cutting of grass verges, parks and green spaces. These should be cut less often, giving a financial saving and a better habitat for nature. Councils also need to consider nature in all of their planning process, with long-term goals that will last for generations not just as short-term projects. Local populations should be involved in the decision-making process, with clear explanations about the changes being proposed and the benefits that will be gained for them and nature. People will also take greater ownership and responsibility for projects they have been involved in. He advocates urban areas have at least 30 per cent tree cover, verges left for somewhere for pollinators to live and investment in hedgerows in congested areas to alleviate pollution. He explained the importance of building relationships and working with people so changes can be accomplished. Chris summed up that “figures for wildlife are down, but things can be done about it". A light at the end of the tunnel is achievable with co-operation!

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Walk puts the focus on wildlife photography Our field trip on April 6 and 7 to Willsbridge Valley was taken over two days – numbers were limited so as not to scare away the birds, writes AWT committee member Liz Wintle. On each day, six AWT members were taken around the reserve by wildlife photographer Mike Dimery. He gave us lots of advice about how to get great shots we would be proud of, even if we hadn't spent more on a lens than a car (which he had!). We saw, and photographed, blue tit, great tit, black cap, longtailed tit, coal tit, tree creeper, goldcrest, wren, robin, dipper, jay, buzzard, grey wagtail, wood pigeon, dunnock, magpie and raven. There were also orange-tip and comma butterflies and buff-tailed bumblebees when the sun came out. Mike advised us to try to focus on the bird’s eyes, in particular the “catchlights” or reflections which bring the picture to life, as well as to take lots of shots as

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Bohemian Rhapsody (12) This is a wonderful film – joyous and also a little bittersweet. The story is really a rock biography of the supergroup Queen and in particular focuses on their dynamic singer, Freddie Mercury. The actor Rami Malek won the Best Male Actor award in this year’s Oscars ceremony and rightly so. His portrayal of Freddie is brilliant – he captures his performances really well and his complicated personal life. The film starts in the late 1960s and finishes with Queen’s amazing performance at Live Aid in 1985. Queen’s songs and hits are played throughout the movie with a great scene describing how the group formulated the title song, Bohemian Rhapsody, which nobody thought would be a hit as it was felt it was too long for radio play – how wrong that was! A great film.

complicated. Not only does she get a change of job title, but there is a sudden announcement that the fields surrounding the area are being primed for redevelopment, including the one her grandfather has unofficially adopted as his own. Added to the mix is a shock split with her husband after 20 years of marriage. With the support of some friends, colleagues, parents and villagers, she endeavours to take on the challenge of halting the building work. During the school break, a well-deserved holiday is taken, but she can’t escape her worries when she crosses paths with the enemy, the son of the developer. Returning home to revelations about both herself and her family, Cassie has a lot of emotional decisions to make. This is an easy-to-read tale, with some funny little bits thrown into the mix with the children’s antics. If you like reading Gervase Phinn and Katie Fforde, this story is for you. Book reviewed by Kerri Brain, Keynsham Library assistant, and found on Cloud Library

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A Village Affair by Julie Houston Cassie was brought up according to her single mum’s alternative parenting methods and in adulthood craves and strives to achieve calm and chaos-free living with her husband and teenage children. Taking a new job as deputy head of a small village primary school, Little Acorns, her perfect life suddenly gets

The Boy Who Hit Play by Chloe Daykin Elvis Crampton Lucas is a teenager who has been adopted by a singular man with a Stetson hat. The adults who serve him as family are all a little bit wacky, dealing with their own particular issues. All Elvis knows about his birth is that he was found on a zoo bench covered by a newspaper. He decides to

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Make It: Don’t Throw It Away, Create Something Amazing by Jane Bull If you’re looking for something to occupy little ones this May halfterm and help the planet then try this book. The book’s motto is: don’t trash it – treasure it! There are four sections: paper, plastic, metal and fabric. In each section there are some great ideas for reusing materials and creating some funky things, including pots from newspapers and junk mail; mirror mobiles from clean foil dishes and rag mats from old clothes. There is even a “recipe” to make your own paste. So rifle through that rubbish and get creative!

Library News

The week beginning May 20

is Dementia Action Week. In Keynsham Library there are a number of resources to support families or individuals with dementia, such as: l Reminiscence Packs, including one called Royalty and Bath. This packs includes wonderful photographs of several members of the Royal Family visiting the area – right back to 1909. The packs can be used to trigger memories or just as an excellent resource for anyone interested in local history. l A series of books called Reading Well, which includes picture books for adults with memory issues. One of these is At the Seaside In Pictures – this book is filled with a selection of powerful, funny images and words about the joy of being by the seaside, from Punch and Judy shows to dipping your toes into the cold sea! Also, on the morning of May 25 the Keynsham and Saltford Dementia Action Alliance group will have a stand in the library promoting their role and activities in supporting families.

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l Sing along to your favourite rhymes at Baby Bounce and Rhyme, now every Tuesday during term time at Keynsham Library: Session 1 is 10am to 10.30am and Session 2 is 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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Was steel ever made here in Keynsham?

eading walks along the Chew Valley past Albert Mill often prompts this question. The hamlet of Steel Mills has a name that does not fit with this part of the country. But the answer in a nutshell is: “Yes, it was.“ Back in the 17th century iron working was certainly taking place further up the Chew near Pensford and Chew Magna. Around this time methods of making steel, by adding small quantities of carbon to iron, were being developed in various parts of England. Bars of good quality wrought iron, packed with charcoal in large pots or chests, were kept heated in furnaces under a conical chimney. Carbon was absorbed into the iron to form “blister steel”, so called because blisters formed on the surface as gas bubbled out. The process was repeated many times to produce the best quality steel. There is evidence from a Swedish traveller that by the 1720s steel was being produced by such methods here in Keynsham (Sweden was at the forefront of iron production in this period). In 1753, another researcher, Reinhold Angerstein, described the steel works as having furnaces and one hammer for forging. Iron from Swedish, English, Russian and Spanish sources was being converted to blister steel for merchants in Bristol. The finished product was expensive at £26 to £27 per ton so would be used only for making high value items. It is probable that these included weapons, such as swords and best quality cutlery. There is very little information on the history of this fascinating

Steel Mills today, above; the site of the Abbey Mill or Colour Mill in the Memorial Park, below local industry – it appears to be almost unique in the West Country and we know nothing of the entrepreneur who started it. By the early years of the 19th century, this method of producing steel had become obsolete and the works were becoming uneconomic. An auction notice in the Bristol Mirror of October 29, 1814 indicates that the site then comprised two steel furnaces, a smith’s shop, warehouses, a charcoal house, a mill house, with a newly erected hammer mill and steam engine, two small tenements and dwelling houses adjoining. We know that a Christopher Stallard was the steelworker at this time. It is believed that by 1822 the works had ceased to function. Today, Steel Mills comprises an

interesting assortment of buildings, all now in residential use although some are obviously of industrial origin. It would be exciting to discover more documents to shed light on the history of the site and other structures that must have existed there!

Walk through the history of the Memorial Park

Following the success of last year’s series of summer Sunday walks, the society is running several similar events this year. The idea is to combine a short walk – not more than two miles – with the opportunity to learn something about the history of our area. While general walks are still included, some new themed walks have been prepared on the Memorial

Park and Discovering Keynsham’s Lost Pubs. The walks are open to everyone and there is no charge. The next will be on Sunday, May 19, when Keith Norton will lead a walk around the Memorial Park explaining the history of the park itself and the many features of interest within it. All the Keynsham walks start at the café in the Memorial Park at 2.30pm.

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n Sunday, April 7, a group of 35 walkers made their way to The Bull public house at Hinton, where the landlord had kindly set aside some of his car park for us. Some made their own way there, but most took advantage of the transport that was kindly laid on by Keynsham Dial-a-Ride, for which we thank them. This was the starting point of the five-mile walk organised by Mike Stone and Derek Butler. Leaving the car park, we crossed the road to the public footpath opposite. From here we

crossed several footpaths before reaching Chapel Lane in the village. More fields were crossed, and we reached the outskirts of Dyrham village. Here we joined the Cotswold Way, passing grazing horses who took a keen interest in our progress. We passed Dyrham Park and headed across a steep valley to an escarpment with wonderful views to the west, although it was a little misty. Rounding the prominent hill fort, our journey’s end was a short walk back to The Bull for refreshments before returning to Keynsham. A very enjoyable walk was had by all.

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Saturday, May 18 Meet at the bus stop by St John’s Church at 10.15am to catch the bus to High Littleton for a four-mile walk around Greyfield Woods. The bus fare is £7 return, arriving back in Keynsham at 2.30pm. Bring your own refreshments for a short break en route. It might be muddy and slippery.

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Care home funds to help fight phobias A Saltford care home has presented £750 to a charity that helps people fight phobias. Kingfisher Lodge welcomed Trilby Breckman, the national director for Triumph Over Phobia (TOP), to a coffee morning to chat to residents and relatives about the charity’s work and to receive a cheque from Barchester’s charitable foundation. The foundation’s focus this year is on connecting or reconnecting people with their communities. Trilby said: “It was a lovely morning and I enjoyed talking to everyone, and we are so grateful for the donation.” TOP UK aims to help sufferers of phobias, obsessive compulsive disorder and other related anxiety to overcome their fears and become ex-sufferers. Clare Sinclair, general manager at Kingfisher Lodge, said: “We are always keen to show as much support as we can to local charities.”

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Golfers hail coffee morning a success Stormy weather failed to dampen enthusiasm for a charity coffee morning hosted by local golfers – with three good causes benefiting from the money raised. Saltford Golf Club Ladies Section held the event in March and raised more than £2,800. The funds have been split between the Forever Friends RUH Appeal, CRY (Cardiac Risk in the Young) and Keynsham and District Mencap, with each receiving £956.31. A member of the golf section said: “We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who supported us, either by donating a prize, or by attending the event and spending generously.”

t the time of writing this, in Lent, quite a lot of folk here in Saltford are re-reading and discussing eight very down-toearth and matter-of-fact sayings of Jesus, which he used to teach good attitudes to life. He said that people are lucky, or blessed by God, when they feel at the end of their tether; or when mourning; not full of self-confidence; long for what is wrong in this world to be put right; are kind-hearted; don’t do things out of mixed motives, but with integrity and honesty; avoid and discourage conflict; and find themselves ridiculed for being like this. Some of these are very surprising and we wonder how

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We are lucky, or blessed, when we realise that we need God’s help; when we grieve over our mistakes or events in the world around us; are willing to listen to the opinions of others; feel angry when others suffer injustice

they can be thought of as being lucky or a blessing! But talking about them with others quickly shows us that each saying has a much deeper and wider meaning than is immediately obvious. Each of them can be rephrased in lots of different ways. For example: we are lucky, or blessed, when we realise that we need God’s help; when we grieve over our mistakes or events in the world around us; are willing to listen to the opinions of others; feel angry when others suffer injustice; aren’t judgemental of others; don’t do things out of self-interest; when we work and cooperate with others for their good as well as our own;

and are victimised because others don’t understand us. You can find Jesus’s list in Matthew Chapter 5, where they are given a rather posh name of The Beatitudes. Those who enjoy puns call them “beautiful attitudes”. Jesus makes clear that our actions arise from our own inner attitudes. But we all know that people who live out these ways of being make us feel lucky and blessed. So when we adopt them, and choose to act on them, we will make others happy and be a blessing to them… and the world will be a better place. Jesus called it The Kingdom of Heaven.

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LETTERS All ages must act on climate change As an older person I am used to being blamed for everything from Brexit to high house prices, but I was surprised to read in last month’s piece by Transition Keynsham that to deal with climate change “older generations won’t like this threat to their freedoms”. I do not know why older people have been singled out. Many older people were in at the beginning of the environmental movement in the 1960s and 1970s. Furthermore, ours is not the generation where so many feel the need to go long-distance travelling or have stag or hen dos that involve a trip to Prague or Ibiza rather than a few drinks down the pub. I am pleased that young people are taking an interest in climate change but concerned that they seem to expect someone else to take action. In truth it is up to us all to take action as individuals regardless of age. Many of the changes may be unpalatable. Recent research has classed some common suggestions in order of magnitude in annual carbon savings. They are: have one child less (58 tonnes); go car free – including the school run! (2.4 tonnes); use green energy (1.47 tonnes); take one less longhaul flight (1 tonne); go vegan (0.8 tonnes); and recycle (0.2 tonnes). Nigel Long Keynsham

Reader Mike Trotman writes to us and says: “Despite all the housing development that's going on around Keynsham at the moment, nature is able to find a way to survive. This is a photo I took of a group of roe deer resting in the early morning sunshine.”

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header, the Bristol Badgers went down 1-10 and 8-9 against the visiting Bournemouth Bears. The Badgers were up against high-quality pitching and despite early season rust with the bat, the defence held up well. The second game was much closer as the Badgers mounted a comeback in the sixth inning after going behind before the Bears grabbed a game-winning run in the eight inning to squeeze out the victory. The Badgers’ MVP was Rhod Theaker, who pitched four strong innings in the second game as well as driving in crucial runs. He also had his customary strong game as catcher in the first. “Obviously we don’t enjoy losing but the Bears pitched extremely well and we know that we will only get stronger as the season goes on,” said Badgers player manager Tom Hollies. “As a team we know what we need to work on and individual players have already committed to getting it right.” Opening day signalled another first as Molly Willcox (Buccaneers) and Tsz Yan Chan (Bats) became the first women to start league games for the club. All Bristol Baseball Club’s teams took a break for Easter before they take to the diamonds again on Sunday, April 28. Visit www.bristolbaseball. co.uk for more information.

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Season ends with Ks’ rugby league position secure The first match of this report saw Keynsham move into safety in South West 1 (North), writes our correspondent. Thornbury were the visitors and were soundly beaten by the home side 37-10. The result was never in doubt as the Black and Ambers started quickly and soon had total dominance, a similar story to the first meeting of the sides earlier in the season. The four-try bonus was in the bag before half-time and the local boys never lost their lead, or their heads. League safety secure, the lads travelled to Lydney the following week and a dreadful game ensued. Whether they had their minds on the forthcoming semi-final of the Bath Combination Cup or just felt they’d done the necessary business, they failed to perform as a cohesive unit. Nineteen-nil down at the halfway stage and things did not improve. Had Lydney been more clinical the final score could have been embarrassing. It got to 31-0 when the Ks scored a consolation try from Phil Harvey, converted by Sam Challenger. Next Midsomer Norton came to the Crown Fields for the mid-week semi-final, aforementioned. A large crowd evenly split between the clubs was entertained by an enthralling game. Norton started strongly and continued that pressure throughout the game; however, Keynsham scored first when slick handling gave centre George Warren the chance to cross the line, Challenger’s conversion just wide. The visitors bounced straight back with a converted try. Keynsham thought they had gone ahead again through Paul Cooper, but the officials decided that he’d knocked on (correct decision!). A Challenger penalty put the home side ahead but the visitors put together three driving mauls making fully 70 metres before they conceded a penalty and while still on the offensive debutant Keynsham winger Joe Concannon intercepted a looped pass and sped 80 metres to score under the posts. Challenger’s

conversion made it a lucky 15-7 scoreline at the break. An early Norton penalty in the second half narrowed the gap and a searing 50-metre run by the visitors’ full back gave them the opportunity of another penalty to bring the gap to just two points. With the visitors pressing again, yet another intercept try for Keynsham; this time it was skipper and scrum half John Pearse who scattered the defence in a 60-metre sprint to the line. Yet again the visitors roared back and touched down in the corner and a superb conversion brought the scores level. A further Norton score edged them deservedly in front but at the last play Adam Harrison touched down for the home side. Challenger’s conversion attempt was not quite on the mark to win the game for Keynsham; 25-25 final score, with Midsomer Norton through to the final as the away team. A very fair result as they were the better side on the day. The last game of the season, versus third-placed Newent, loomed. This match coincided with the ex-players’ reunion and the reunion for the 1994 tour of Texas, which more than 80 “old boys” attended. The Black and Ambers rose to the occasion and, driven by a pack of forwards that smashed their opposition from the first confrontation, put together a comprehensive performance. Rueben Edwards, Hayden Johnson and a penalty try gave the home side a 21-12 half-time lead; a Joe Davies try following another forward-moving scrum completed the scoring in the second half for a satisfactory 2812 win. All off to the bar, season done! The Under-16s beat Old Bristolians in the plate final and play again in the Somerset final at the end of April. They will be joined there by the under-14s, who play earlier in the day (at Weston Hornets’ ground). Enjoy the summer, I’m playing bowls and watching Keynsham Cricket Club.

Runners smashing parkrun course records With the spring weather and better conditions under foot, Somerdale Pavilion parkrun has seen its course records tumble in recent weeks, writes our correspondent. Visiting runner Ed Knudsen recorded a male course record of 16m48s (Ed is the first person to run Somerdale Pavilion in under 17 minutes). Local runner

Clare Jolliffe broke the female course record with a strong run of 20m15s. Somerdale Pavilion parkrun is a free timed 5km run every Saturday at 9am in the fields below the pavilion. We all run for our own enjoyment. Please come along and join in whatever your pace! Visit www.parkrun.org.uk/ somerdalepavilion

Friendly gets ball rolling for Frys bowlers Frys Bowling Club’s season has started, with the first match a friendly away against Norwest on Saturday, April 20, and the Wednesday friendlies opening with a trip to Imperial on April 24, writes our correspondent. The league team start their 2019 season in the Bristol and District League Division 2 on Thursday, April 25, hosting Yate A, who were relegated from Division 1 last year. Frys will be looking to improve on their fifth place last year, and put together a few cup runs when the cup competitions start in June. Frys are always on the look out for new members and whether you have been playing for years or are looking to find a new summer hobby, Frys have a range of matches and social bowling for members to enjoy. Coaching is available from qualified coaches, and equipment will be provided. Club nights are on Tuesday nights from 6pm and Monday afternoons from 2pm. (If our coaches are not at these sessions,

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Your local carpenter who carries out all types of carpentry work .

www.griffin-electrical.co.uk john@griffin-electrical.co.uk

ELECTRICIAN

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CARPENTRY & KITCHEN FITTING SERVICES

Established 1984

NICEIC Approved Contractor Member of Checkatrade.com

ELECTRICIAN

HEALTH

Est 10 years

Griffin Electrical All Electrical Work No call out charge Landlords Certificates Small jobs welcome

ALL TREE & GARDEN WORKS

• DECKING • FENCING • GATES

FULLY QUALIFIED - FULLY INSURED REGISTERED WASTE CARRIER

T:0117 9864197 M: 07854 110595 E: terrybur80@gmail.com

To advertise, contact Emma on 0117 908 2121 or 07715 770448. Email: emma@keynshamvoice.co.uk

www.goodgroundsandgardens.co.uk

AFRESH GARDENS

For a quality, comprehensive and efficient garden service • Maintenence • Make over • Private / Commercial Contact Chris Knowles RHs dip, Nch hort

Tel: 07794 701637

Email: knowles@mypostoffice.co.uk

Mobile Hair & Beauty by Emma Ladies Haircut & Finish £35 - £45 Wash & Finish £25 - £35 Colours start from £25. Children’s cuts from £10. Beauty: Classic / Russian Eyelash Extensions • Nails • Spray Tans

LOGS

Kiln Dried Logs Nordic Available Now Christmas

Trees

Ideal for log burners, Pizza Ovens, Fire Pits etc UnitAvailable 8, Lays Farm NowTrading Estate, Keynsham Unit 8, Lays Farm Trading Estate, Keynsham

07535 713459

HANDYMAN SERVICES

Saltford Handyman Services

Saltford Based - Fully insured - Highly Recommended

• Odd jobs & House Maintenance • Flat pack assembly • Lights/Lampshade replacements • Tap repairs/replacements • Bathroom fixtures, Cisterns, Flush Repair • Kitchen Unit Doors Repairs & Replacement

OVEN CLEANING

1st Stop CLEANING SERVICES Family business located in Saltford

OVEN CLEANING Extractors

Hobs

Free quotation & Fully Insured Other Cleaning Services Available

VAN COLLECTION & DELIVERY SERVICE

Tel: 01225 769191 Mob: 07793 213232

Email: saltfordhandymanservices@outlook.com Website: saltfordhandyman.co.uk

The professional domestic oven and carpet cleaning service

Tel: Richard on 07400 395159

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PET CARE

SJM DECORATING Professional Decorating Local Qualified tradesmen Tiler • Mason& •External Painter Decorating Internal Fast, reliable & friendly service Fully insured

Free Quotations

Call Scott 07515 523 623 3824411 Classic & Natural stone0117 tiles High Quality Finish

www.sjmdecorating.freeindex.co.uk Specialising in Italian showers Free Quote Contemporary & Provençale kitchens Bristol & Surrounding Areas Interior & Exterior Masonry InteriorPAINTING & façade painting AND DECORATING

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PROFESSIONAL DOG GROOMING KEYNSHAM

Grooming service for small/medium breeds Personal one on one attention given to each pet Bath, clip and styling. Ear, nail and gland care Pick up and delivery service available for OAP’s within Keynsham area

Tel: 07954 994774 PET CARE

May, 2019 PLUMBING SERVICES

Taps, Washers Toilets, Cisterns Leaks, Blockages Tanks, Overflows Lead Pipes, Stopcocks….etc… OAP DISCOUNTS and NO VAT

0117

957 5092

PLUMBING SERVICES

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TILING SERVICES

Bathroom, Kitchen & Floor Tiling

Shower faulty Electric showers repaired,sold & fitted competitive rates fast service Tel Paul at pj Home Electrical 07774747834 or 0117 2302010 approved

Keynsham based

website: bathshowersbristol

No Call out Charge

PLUMBING SERVICES

55 WASTE DISPOSAL

Garden, Clearance House, Garden, Office Clearance House,House, Garden, OfficeOffice Clearance

Mosaic, Travertine, Porceline & Ceramic Specialists

Andy 01454 602506 or 07468 791619 Email: arhys-jones@sky.com A Keynsham business

www.tilingheaven.co.uk TREE SURGERY

House, Garden, Office Clearance - all Plus all other Plus All Your Other Waste Removal Needs too! House, Garden, Office Clearance -- Plus other House, Garden, Office Clearance Plus all other Plus Your Other Waste Removal Needs too! Plus All All Your Other Waste Removal Needs too! On-average Average cheaper than a skip. On cheaper than aa skip. OnAverage cheaper than skip. removal On average cheaper waste removal On cheaper than aa skip wastewaste removal -Average On average cheaper than than skipa skip

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www.junkmonsters.co.uk www.junkmonsters.co.uk

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Renovation Painter Tiler Decorator

Builder & Interior Decorator

17 Years Experience Tiling Interior & Exterior Masonry E: dacriscobuilder3@gmail.com Interior & Facade T: 0117 401 8568 / 07557 335 956 PaintingDacrisco Builder No Job Too Small Free Quote 17 Years Experience

T: 0117 431 2726 / 07557 335 956 E: dacriscobuilder9@gmail.com

PAINTING AND DECORATING

Dog Walker, Pet Visits & Wedding Services

Poor WiFi Signals Solved Fixed Price Solutions Full Home Coverage OAP Discounts

Fully Insured, DBS checked and First Aid Trained.

Tel: 07525 019234

ghdogwalking@outlook.com ................................. Covering Clutton, Midsomer Norton, Keynsham, Saltford and surrounding areas.

0117 967 9028 www.thewifiman.co.uk

PLUMBING SERVICES

PET CARE

All aspects of Tree Surgery & Hedge Maintenance

Professional Decorator with over 30 years experience

• Stump Grinding • Qualified & Fully Insured • Free Quotations & Advice Contact: Andy Maule (RFS Cert.Arb)

• Internal & external • Domestic Commercial • Competitive, honest & reliable.

Call: 07773 340 588

0117 9864273/07748118266

Email: alanmichaeloliver@gmail.com www.alanoliverpaintinganddecorating.co.uk

PET CARE

TREE SURGERY

www.pinnacletreeservices.co.uk PLASTERING SERVICES

PLUMBING SERVICES

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

TYRES

WIGS

Wigs Bristol

LOCATED IN DOWNEND

We have been supplying all types of wigs and hairpieces for fashion and medical purposes for 45 years. Wigs can be purchased off the peg or made to measure in hair or synthetic fibre. We stock many styles and makes.

Please book an appointment on:

0117 956 6556 www.wigsbristol.com

WINDOWS AND DOORS

G Benson Plastering

Redlynch Lane, Chewton Keynsham, BS31 2SN T: 0117 9862658 E: info@latchetskennels.co.uk

W: www.latchetskennels.co.uk

A Specialist in: Internal & External Plastering Rendering & Dry-lining Fully insured. Contact George Benson

Mob: 07970 767 606

www.gbensonplastering.co.uk

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