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'Putrid smell' protest at bid for food waste plant A HUGE plant for converting food and farming waste into power, planned in the green belt near Keynsham, would cause misery, neighbours have claimed. People living near the site in Charlton Field Lane say the smells already emanating from the former quarry make them feel sick. They fear that the proposed anaerobic digester would increase odour, noise and traffic. But the people behind the application for the biogas plant say the smells would be “negligible” and the development would bring great benefits. Ward councillors have called for the scheme to be brought before a planning committee at Bath & North East Somerset Council, but a date has not yet been set. Keynsham’s Councillor Alan Hale, who raised the case at a B&NES Council meeting on October 10, said the development was a “potential disaster” and the whole of southern Keynsham would suffer.
Longer hours at PO and library Saltford Community Library and Post Office is extending its opening hours to meet the needs of school children and local businesses. PAGE 4
School expands with new look The entrance to the site of the former quarry in Charlton Field Lane The former quarry opened into administration. The latest as a composting site in 2001. scheme is for processing up to Residents said the traffic, noise 92,000 tonnes of food waste and and smell of that caused them “energy crops” every year. “significant” harm. The plant would be open daily Planning permission was from 7am and 9pm and up to 58 granted in 2014 for an anaerobic lorries are expected to go to and digester capable of processing from the site each day – equal to 25,000 tonnes of food waste one every seven minutes. and energy crops each year, but Dozens of objections have that proposal was not completed been lodged on the B&NES after the firm behind it went n Turn to Page 2
Castle Primary School in Keynsham now has the capacity to take another 210 children after the addition of new classrooms and a hall. PAGE 3
Hopes rise for station revival Plans to reopen Saltford Station could take a big step forward before the end of the year. PAGE 5
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An aerial view of the site of the proposed food waste plant
Food waste plant fears From Page 1 Council planning website to the proposal, which has the reference number 19/02919/MINW One couple who live nearby said in their objection: “The smell two weeks ago was so bad we couldn’t open our windows or doors to sit in the garden.” A man added: “I cannot stress how awful this smell is – it’s putrid and vile, to the point where it makes you feel nauseous. Friends of mine have even complained of burning eyes and shortness of breath. “We have gone from having the sweet smell of chocolate and caramel floating across the air to a foul-smelling faeces smell that sticks in the nostrils and throat.” A woman with a lung condition said the odour had made her “physically sick”. A consultant representing three of the 30 objectors said the impact will be on a “totally different scale” to the last plans. He said work on the previous plant had resulted in neighbouring homes frequently being flooded with a “pungent, foul-smelling waste”, and warned that could be exacerbated. A man who lives downwind of the site, in Bilbie Green, said it would make it extremely difficult to sell property. Another objector said the smell would be a “constant harassment of the senses” and feared the “juggernauts” would be a “nightmare” on the already congested roads. He said the facility would be better placed in Avonmouth or Severn Beach as the roads are
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better suited and emergency services are trained for industrial incidents. The smaller plant was due to go live in the spring of 2017, but Companies House shows applicant Resourceful Earth Ltd went into administration in October that year. What was built did not match the agreed plans. The new scheme is from the similarly named Resourceful Earth Anaerobic Limited, which according to Companies House does not share any officers with its near-namesake. “The site has been used for industrial activity for the past 80 years and is currently occupied by an incomplete anaerobic digestion plant which is in a disused state,” it says. “The proposals seek to create a high-quality environment, with an orderly, functional character, which enhances the existing degraded quality of the site and provides a safe, attractive environment for those working at the anaerobic digestion plant. “Once the plant is active as a commercially viable unit, the economic benefits of this will provide for consideration to be given to improving the appearance and function in the old quarry.” The applicants say the plant will help divert food waste from landfill. It will use energy crops like maize from local farmers, who will in turn be provided with nutrient rich bio-fertiliser, one of the products of the process. Report by Local Democracy Reporting Services
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Primary expands with bright new look
CASTLE Primary School in Keynsham now has the capacity to take another 210 children. A new teaching block, incorporating four new classrooms and a hall, has been built and the existing school has been remodelled. Classrooms and facilities have had a substantial refurbishment and outside areas have been redesigned with new and enlarged playground areas, natural habitats and playing fields. The new building, designed by BBA Architects of Bath, has won a Building Control Award for Building and Design Quality. The main contractor was H Mealing and Sons of Bath. The expansion was part of a £7.5m programme funded by Bath & North East Somerset Council providing additional primary school places to meet growing demand from local housing developments and general population growth. Keynsham will also see a new primary school open next year. Two Rivers CE Primary will admit reception-class pupils into temporary accommodation on the Wellsway campus until the school’s permanent buildings on the Hygge Park housing development, funded by the Department for Education, open nearby. Open events take place this month - for
New buildings at Castle Primary School have won an award further information, see page 23. Councillor Kevin Guy, cabinet member for children’s services, said: “As our communities evolve and grow, we need to invest in our schools to ensure they meet the demand for places. “We’ve built fantastic modern facilities
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n NEWS SALTFORD Community Library and Post Office is extending its opening hours. The new timetable, introduced at the start of the facility’s second year, is aimed at meeting the needs of school children and local businesses. The opening hours will be MondayWednesday 9am-5pm (closed for lunch 1pm-2pm) and Friday 9am-5pm (closed for lunch 1pm-2pm), and Saturday 9am-noon. It will be closed on Thursdays and Sundays. Saltford Parish Council has committed £4,000 and Saltford Community Association £2,000 to fund the additional hours, which will start from Monday November 4. Organisers said that after consulting residents, library volunteers and the Saltford Post Office clerks, they had found that school children could only access the library after school on a Monday or on a Saturday morning. Now they will be able to access library services after school four times a week as well as Saturday mornings. Also, businesses had indicated that the hours did not meet their needs and they would prefer the post office to be open at the end of the working day. The change has been approved by Post Office Ltd. Saltford Parish Council chair Chris Warren said the additional funding had been unanimously approved. “The parish council have supported this key community amenity since its inception and have high praise for the efforts of the management committee whose hard work is evident. The parish council is pleased to provide financial assistance so that Saltford’s residents and businesses have better access – and can benefit from - the services offered.” David Halton, chair of the volunteer management committee, said library volunteers had also come together to support the longer hours, including several new volunteers who have stepped forward to help fill the increased number of shifts on the rota.
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Hopes rise for rail station revival PLANS to reopen Saltford Station could take a big step forward before the end of the year. Bath & North East Somerset Council has given overwhelming support to the idea and will urge the West of England Combined Authority, which has responsibility for transport across the area, to champion it. The hope is that the long-awaited station revival will form part of a Greater Bristol Rail Feasibility Study, which is due to be completed this autumn. This would strengthen bids to the Department for Transport and Network Rail for funding. Liberal Democrat Councillor Duncan Hounsell spoke up for Saltford Station at a B&NES full council meeting. He said: “A reopened station is not just about providing Saltford’s commuters with a gateway to the awaited half-hourly Metro West services, but also playing a part in reducing road traffic and pollution in Bath, and helping to address the climate emergency by reducing car use. There is a strong case for a Saltford Station to be championed by WECA.” He pointed out that the majority of residents in Saltford and the surrounding villages want the station, which could also
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Have your say on cutting speed limit RESIDENTS are being invited to a meeting to discuss reducing the speed limit along the Wellsway following a spate of traffic collisions. In the last 18 months there have been three major incidents where cars have been written off due to excessive speed, and the narrow section of the road just before the junction with Bath Road causes large vehicles to mount the pavement, resulting in safety concerns for pedestrians. In addition, residents exiting the Rockhill estate fear they are at risk of speeding cars, and there is also no pavement for pedestrians at this exit. Also, HGV drivers have been found to continually breach the 7.5-ton restriction as the signs at the Bath Road junction are facing in the wrong direction. At the meeting on Monday November 4, the possibility of reducing the speed limit along the road from 40mph to 30mph or 20mph will be discussed, along with enforcement issues including Community Speed Watch and a permanent speed camera being installed. The meeting will be held at
the New Inn from 7pm-8.30pm, and local councillors Hal MacFie and Andy Wait will be on hand to listen to residents’ comments and suggestions. A plan will then be taken to the B&NES highways team and presented to the cabinet members for transport. In September, Hal MacFie presented details of various traffic-calming measures to 25 residents. At the meeting, residents discussed solutions such as speed tables, training for residents in Community Speed Watch operation, and speedactivated roundel signs. Residents are now actively monitoring accidents, nearmisses and HGV offences and will inform the community police team of their records. Mr MacFie said: “Please come along and let us hear your views. If there are serious disagreements on the way forward, it is likely we will put it to the vote, so your presence will be meaningful.” To find out more about the meeting or confirm your attendance, please contact Hal MacFie by calling 07786436656 or emailing hal@halmacfie.com
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Call for urgent ban on boat moorings at beauty spot IMMEDIATE action is needed to sort out problems caused by boat users in Mead Lane and on the Saltford riverbank, parish councillors say. They are calling on Bath & North East Somerset Council to ban any boats from mooring at Mead Lane until the issues are resolved. In the longer term, they want a winter ban on mooring and a summer limit of 48 hours. B&NES has been carrying out consultation about the future of the site and is expected to make a decision next month. Saltford Environment Group would like the riverbank at Mead Lane to be made a local nature reserve, a plan that has already won backing from the parish council and Wessex Water. The consultation follows a trial mooring scheme in 2017 and 2018 that saw boats staying for more than 14 days at a time at a site that has no marina facilities. In its response, the parish council said: “SPC is concerned that the B&NES mooring trial has exacerbated the problems of non-compliance with mooring limits, anti-social behaviour and heavy littering from a minority of boaters, as well as the disruption caused to residents, visitors and other river users and damage to the flora and fauna of the
riverbank.Evidence submitted by local residents to B&NES Council shows that these issues have got considerably worse as the trial progressed from 2017 into 2018, and the situation has continued to worsen during 2019. “The trial has clearly demonstrated that Mead Lane, as a hitherto unspoilt beauty spot in the green belt and in close proximity to residential housing, is unsuitable and impracticable for moorings which require continual management.” The council says the riverbank and parking bollards have been damaged by vehicles and by misuse as mooring posts., while inconsiderate parking has blocked access for emergency vehicles and Wessex Water staff. It also calls for a ban on sleeping overnight in vehicles in the lane. Saltford Environment Group has been urging supporters to back the campaign for a nature reserve at what it calls “this important and iconic location”. It says that before the riverbank was stabilised in 2005, Mead Lane was rarely used for mooring. Now, and particularly since the trial, large boats are mooring there, and the group fears that this is causing destabilisation of the bank again.
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PRELIMINARY work for the £1.5 million improvements planned for Keynsham High Street has been completed. Residents and motorists had to cope with a series of lane and road closures last month so that surveys could be carried out. The main work to improve what the council calls the public realm will include footpath decluttering, widening and resurfacing as well as better cycling and bus stop facilities. It is expected to begin in next summer and be completed by spring 2021, and the hope is that it will ‘future-proof’ the High Street.
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'Dee was such a good friend' to collect the town’s gold award. This was a fantastic reward not only for the in Bloom group but for all those special community groups, businesses and individuals that t is with much sadness that the supported the entry. As we collected the Keynsham in Bloom Community Group award, Clare and I made sure that the award received the devasting news that their was dedicated to Dee - she would have been chair, Dee James, had passed away after a so proud. very short illness. Memories – Many of us have happy I am sure all the members and many memories of times spent and shared with other members of the community of Dee, including gardening at our local station, Keynsham will endorse what I have to say in litter picking around the town, running commemoration of Dee. scarecrow trail competitions, knitting flowers There is a saying that the best things in or bugs, and ensuring the town’s planters life come in threes, the most important three and hanging baskets were always looking being friends, dreams and memories. beautiful. Friends – Dee was such a very good As a tribute to Dee, the in Bloom Group has friend to so many people in our town, offering support created an annual award in her memory, a rose named and encouragement to numerous community groups, ‘Remember Me’, in the hope that in future years the and her loss will be felt by all. town will be covered in many of these beautiful, Dreams – Dee had so many dreams and plans fragranced plants to remember her by. for improving our town, not only horticulturally To Dee’s family, may all the sweet memories of through In Bloom but with environmental, heritage Denise bring you solace during this sad time, and we and community projects. She worked with groups hope all the happy times you were able to share with including the knitting and craft group that was formed her before she passed away bring you comfort. to produce last year’s poppy cascade. Dawn and all the Keynsham in Bloom members One of her biggest dreams for 2019 was to retain l See page 30 for more news about Keynsham in and achieve gold for Keynsham in the South West in Bloom and more about how the group plans to honour Bloom Competition. On October 11, just a week after Abbey hppassed ads AW.qxp_Layout 26/03/2019 11:33 Page Dee's1memory. Dee sadly away, Clare and I1went to Newquay HERE is a tribute from Keynsham in Bloom to its chair, Denise James:
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t’s nearly Christmas or so it seems. I enjoyed my first mince pie just the other day, which generally means it’s nearly Bonfire Night. This time of year is the start of our high demand, with events such as Halloween, Bonfire Night, the Remembrance Parade and Keynsham Winter Festival. Along with the demand these events cause, we also have a natural increase in crime. We are already seeing an increase in theft from motor vehicles, especially tools from vans. These are quick turn-round items for thieves, so to prevent offences, remove the tools from vehicles, park in well-lit, exposed locations, and use CCTV to monitor vehicles when parked. Add additional security measures to vehicles, from alarms to deadlocks and also tool chests, and lastly security-mark all your tools. It’s really frustrating when we find stolen goods and are unable to relocate them to their owners. n Bonfire Night is a really busy time for all the emergency services when, for the most part, a bit of
with PC James Evans common sense would prevent the need for them to attend. All the emergency services are stretched to breaking point, so if you’re having a firework party, please adhere to the recommended safe distances for the display and have a bucket of both sand and water available to deal with any issues that might arise. n I harp on about this every year as the weather changes, but it’s worth repeating: the other type of incident that occurs a lot at this time of year are Road Traffic Collisions (RTCs). Most are attributable to driver error or defective vehicles. You should regularly check your driving documents to make sure they are
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in order. We have recently seen an increase in insurance companies cancelling insurance policies for late payments, resulting in people driving with no insurance, an offence which incurs six penalty points on your licence and a substantial fine. It will also result in your car being seized. We also have new powers to seize vehicles which have been untaxed for three months and are found by police being used on a public highway. Once you’ve checked that your documents are in order, make sure you check your vehicle regularly. As you can imagine, with police vehicles being driven at high speeds, we check our vehicles daily, but I would suggest that a weekly check is adequate. These sorts of checks are now routine in the driving test and should be adopted by everyone. Even something as innocuous as having no water in your washer bottle does amount to an offence, so please check your vehicles regularly. Remember - it is a privilege to have a driving licence and not a right, so to keep it you have to abide by the rules of the road.
n NEWS Chance to get creative at craft days THIS is your chance to show your creative side with a series of craft days coming up. Everyone is invited to the all-day events, which are being held at Compton Dando Parish Hall on Court Hill from November through to February. You can either go along to learn a new skill or take along your own project to work alongside others. The dates for your diary are Saturday November 9, Saturday January 18, Tuesday January 28 and Monday February 17. The events run from 10am to 4pm and the cost is £6, including lunch. To secure your place, or for further information, call Harriette on 01761 490445 or email her at hdottridge@hotmail.com
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n NEWS DONATIONS totalling thousands of pounds have been collected as the community continues to rally around to help Keynsham man Roger Trainer. The donations just keep on coming for the 64-year-old father-of-two, who is widely known for his love of Bristol City and charity work. Roger is battling Parkinson’s disease and is no longer able to go to City games and has had to give up work as a roofer. Roger’s friends Steve Jones, Steve Maggs and Lloyd Russell got the ball rolling by setting up a Just Giving page to help ease the financial burden Roger and his family are facing. They had originally hoped to raise £500 for Roger, who they described as ‘a proud man who would say he doesn’t want any fuss, a man who goes out of his way for others.’ However, with the Just Giving page and a collection around the pubs outside Bristol City’s Ashton Gate Stadium, they raised a staggering £2,500. They brought Roger – who is known as The General - to tears when they presented him with the cash at The Lock Keeper in Keynsham. He thought he was going for a quiet drink with a couple of friends, but there were more than 150 people waiting for him. They also presented him with a signed Robins shirt donated by the club. The three friends, who grew up with Roger, said they just wanted to ‘raise a few bob’ but the amount raised and size of the crowd exceeded all their expectations. Lloyd said: “It’s staggering that we raised so much in just 10 days, but not that surprising when you think how well-known and well-like Roger is. “He is one of the most caring guys you’ll ever meet, he’s done so much for the community. “Roger was so overwhelmed when he saw everyone waiting for him. He’s a very proud man but his face said it all.” Others have now come forward to launch further fund-raising efforts. This includes a Go Fund Me Page which has been set up by Cameron Thorpe of Keynsham. Lloyd added: “More people said they wanted to donate after we’d handed the
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Friends pictured with Bristol City fan Roger Trainer, who has Parkinson's disease money over to Roger, so our collection is having a knock-on effect. “Others are now collecting further donations, which is great. Anything that will help Roger and his family in the future is much appreciated.” Cameron writes on the latest Go Fund Me Page: “Roger is a life-long City fan and has helped a whole lot of people all his life.
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Nominate those who make a difference NOMINATIONS are still open for this year’s Bath & North East Somerset Community Awards. The awards recognise and celebrate volunteers, charities, carers, community leaders, staff and businesses that make an exceptional contribution to the community. New for this year are awards for Charity of the Year, Foster Carer of the Year and Green Business of the Year. The Volunteer Leader of the Year Award has been renamed the Beryl Dixon Community Leader of the Year Award, in honour of an advocate for the BME community who died in 2017.
KEYNSHAM artist Penny Richards took part in the 2019 Chew Valley Arts Trail, exhibiting her work in Chew Magna's Baptist Church. Penny, who has been running watercolour workshops in Keynsham for more than 20 years, Residents, staff, councillors, businesses, organisations and groups, teachers, and volunteers from Bath and North East Somerset can nominate people or organisations for an award. Nomination forms must be returned by no later than December 20. People can nominate online by visiting www.bathnes.gov. uk/communityawards Nomination forms can also be downloaded and posted, clearly marked ‘The Community Awards 2019/2020’, to: The Community Awards 2019/20, c/o Chief Executive Office, Partnerships and Corporate Services, Bath & North East Somerset Council, The Guildhall, High Street, Bath, BA1 5AW. Everyone nominated for an award will be presented with a certificate in recognition of their contribution and invited along to the awards in the Assembly Rooms in Bath on February 25 next year.
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Concern over sewage leak from manhole near park A RESIDENT has raised concerns about sewage overflowing from a manhole cover near a park in Keynsham. Alistair Gilroy has lived in the area for 15 years and has noticed for the last three years that the manhole cover (between the Fox and Hounds Lane car park and the Memorial Park) leaks every time there is heavy rain. Despite reporting it to Wessex Water, he says that the problem keeps recurring, and he is concerned that it could be a health hazard. He told the Voice: "When I walk my dog and it has rained heavily, I notice that the pumping station spews raw sewage from the manhole cover near the path. “I’ve reported this several times to Wessex Water and their only response is to send a lad down with a broom to clear the streamers of toilet paper. “It’s getting beyond a joke now, especially when it runs downhill across the path and on to the grass. It’s got to be a health hazard when people walk past with their dogs or children.”
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A spokesman from Wessex Water confirmed that new pressure-sealed manhole covers are being fitted at the site. The spokesman said: “We’ve had reports of flooding from manhole covers on the overflow pipe from our pumping station at times of very heavy rainfall and high river flows, so we’re arranging for pressure-sealed covers to be fitted to reduce the risk of this happening.” Mr Gilroy said he understands that Wessex Water has permission from the Environment Agency to pump sewage into the river when necessary, but the Wessex Water spokesman said this does not happen. The spokesman said: “Raw sewage is not pumped into the river. A combined sewer overflow (CSO) comes into operation during exceptionally wet weather to protect homes and businesses from sewage flooding.” For more information about CSOs, and how and when they operate, visit www.wessexwater.co.uk/ services/sewerage/combined-overflows
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Down Memory Line! FORGET Memory Lane - residents from Kingfisher Lodge Care Centre in Saltford went for a nostalgic trip on the Reminiscence Railway! Here's one of them, Brian, on the Avon Valley Railway steam train at Bitton with conductor Ian, who helped ensure the visitors had a trip to remember. Activities co-ordinator Victoria Hunt organised the visit after several residents said they dreamed of travelling on a steam train again. AVR made them very welcome and were able to accommodate three wheelchairs. Victoria said: "Our residents were able to enjoy a trip into the countryside. The views were amazing and they loved seeing cows and horses along the way. "The train's steam, the train's horn and the amazing help from all the staff made this a fantastic afternoon. The conductor even stayed with them whole trip. A great afternoon was had by all."
New home for growing church A FAST-growing Keynsham church is on the move. One Church Keynsham, which started with 11 people just over two years ago, now attracts dozens of families and young people to its services. It has met until now at the Somerdale Pavilion and its new home will be the IKB academy in Bath Road. Chris Williams, from the church, said: “This is a fantastic opportunity for us to continue serving the Keynsham community the best we can and we’re excited about continuing our work in Keynsham.” One Church Keynsham’s carol concert in 2018 attracted more than 150 people, and this year the aim is to double that total for the Love Christmas carol concert and children’s Christmas show in the Keynsham Space on December 8. Mr Williams said: “Our entire Christmas programme in December will be based on all the reasons why people love Christmas, with lots of great opportunities to visit church, whether for the first time ever or if you have recently moved to the area and are looking for a great Christian community to be a part of.” Find out more online at weareone.church
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Park revamp work starts WORK has started on a major revamp for Kelston Road park in Keynsham. New seats and signs are being installed and paths are being improved. An all-weather ball games and seating area will be developed and will incorporate a scooter track and hopscotch. The site for this provision has been moved so it is further away from neighbouring properties and better screened by tree planting. New junior football goals are included in the improvements, and residents have been assured that these will be far enough away from houses to reduce the likelihood that balls will be kicked into gardens. The second phase of the changes to the park will be better play facilities. All of the current play equipment and safety surface will be removed. A council spokesman said: “The play design is still in progress but will include a range of modern play equipment focused on active play for all ages and abilities, along with picnic facilities. “The new play equipment will reflect the results of the park consultation survey and Keynsham Town Council's children’s survey. It is expected that all works will be completed by summer 2020.” Residents have asked for inclusive and accessible play equipment to be included. The improvements will be funded by a £25,000 grant from Enovert Community Trust, an
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Footbridge closed for safety probe A FOOTBRIDGE over the weir in Keynsham Memorial Park has been closed for safety reasons. Bath & North East Somerset Council has found that the beams of the bridge have decayed, and further investigations are needed. The bridge is more than 25 years old and is known as a Glulam bridge, due to its method of construction from glued laminated timber. The council shut the bridge on October 16. It has put up barriers at both sides of the bridge and has signposted alternative routes for pedestrians. Council leader Councillor Dine Romero said: “The safety of residents is our priority, so we have made the decision to close the bridge until further notice while we fully investigate its condition and decide the next steps. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and hope that people understand why we have taken this urgent action.� The council said it does not yet have a timescale for when the bridge will be reopened.
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Life-savers honoured at cathedral VOLUNTEERS from Keynsham Life Saving Club have been presented with awards during a ceremony at Worcester Cathedral. The Royal Life Saving Society recognised the six volunteers who, between them, have given more than 36 years of service to the society. During their Sunday evening training sessions, members of Keynsham Life Saving Club learn first-aid, water-based rescue skills and how to keep themselves and their friends safe near water. Club members regularly compete at life-saving competitions across the region and the club also runs open-water training sessions so members can practise their skills in a real-life environment. Club chairman David “Blondie” Fielding said: “Over 300 people drown every year in the UK, and most of these deaths occur in rivers and canals. The majority of people who drown are walkers and KEYNSHAM’S first dementia-friendly church service proved a great success. The 20-minute service was held at St Dunstan's church last month. Seven people living with dementia and their carers attended and were supported by representatives from other churches in Keynsham and Saltford. The idea for the monthly service came from Barbara Outhwaite, who worked with Churches Together in Keynsham, and Keynsham and Saltford Dementia Action Alliance, to bring it about. She said: “The first service was a very positive start to this new initiative and reassured me that our efforts were worthwhile in enabling those living with dementia to continue to follow their faith in a supportive and non-challenging environment.” Alan Hale, chairman of K&SDAA, said: “This initiative fits in well with our ongoing work to making Keynsham and Saltford more dementia friendly. I have every faith that the church services will grow and attract more people living with dementia.”
runners who never intended to be in the water in the first place. “At Keynsham Life Saving Club we teach water safety in a fun and enjoyable environment. We have a fantastic team of highly qualified volunteer instructors and committee members who are all passionate about life-saving. It is great to see their dedication recognised by the Royal Life Saving Society UK on the national stage.” Keynsham Life Saving Club trains from 6:30-8:30pm on Sundays at Bath Sports and Leisure Centre. Membership costs £55 per term and is open to anyone aged eight-plus. For more information about the club or to book your free taster session, please visit www.klsc.co.uk or contact chairman@klsc. co.uk l Pictured are life-savers, left to right, Jackie, Beth, David, Andy and Trevor with their awards.
KEYNSHAM’S battlers against single-use plastics are set to step up their campaign. Plastic Free Keynsham (Surfers against Sewage) is asking local individuals, organisations and businesses to commit to reducing use of ‘disposable’ items. The group has agreed to campaign to encourage takeaways to change their packaging for more sustainable containers, and also to try to reduce litter. It is asking organisations to stop using at least three items of singleuse plastic, transferring instead to biodegradable or reusable sources. Lisa O’Brien, from the group, said: “Individuals can play a role too. Plastic cups, plates, cutlery, bags, bottles, straws and stirrers which are labelled ‘disposable’ and are often thrown away after one use, could be washed and used again.” The group, established last year to bring together interested people and organisations, intends to meet regularly and welcomes anyone interested in taking part in the campaign. Visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ plasticfreekeynsham/ l Saltford Guides focus on plastic threat: Page 47
Church holds service for people with dementia On Sunday November 3, the second service will be a Remembrance Service and will start at 3pm, last for half an hour and be followed by a tea. While primarily for those living with dementia or any type of memory problem and their carers and families, the services will be open to anyone. St Dunstan's Church is on Bristol Road and has a good car park, wheelchair access into the church and toilet facilities for disabled people in the adjacent church hall. K&SDAA also holds Music for the Mind sessions every second and fourth Thursday at St Dunstan's Church from 10.30am to 12.15pm. As part of its work to make Keynsham more dementia friendly, the alliance offers advisory services for the public, groups and organisations and businesses.
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It has formed a charitable partnership with the Coventry Building Society and will be holding an awareness-raising event in the society’s High Street offices on November 6 from 10am to 3pm at which the principal focus will be on Powers of Attorney. l Homemakers, a group that meets on a Wednesday at Keynsham Baptist Church, is organising a talk to raise money for K&SDAA. It’s a presentation of the National Gardens Scheme, which will be given by David Moon at the church on Wednesday November 6 at 7.30pm. Tickets are £7.50 to include the refreshments and can be obtained from June on 01225 425640 or Hilary on 01225 874791. l Any business wishing to sponsor the work of the K&SDAA can contact them on 07776 493221 or via dementiafriendlykeynsham@ gmail.com.
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n NEWS Families' Rainbow Resource FAMILIES of children and young people with additional needs can take advantage of discounted entry to attractions across Bath & North East Somerset. The council is reminding families to apply for the free-ofcharge card aso they don’t miss out on the special offers. The council’s Rainbow Resource scheme provides those aged up to 25 with a special educational need or disability a wallet-sized card that allows them concessions. It saves them having to carry their confidential Disability Living Allowance letter and also allows them to discreetly alert staff if additional support is needed. The Rainbow Resource card enables concessions on entry to attractions such as Avon Valley Adventure and Wildlife Park in Keynsham, the Egg theatre in Bath, and Bristol Zoo. Rachel, a parent carer from Chew Valley, has used a Rainbow Resource card to get discounted entry at several places across B&NES and Bristol. She said: “It’s great to know that with the concessional entry, we are able to stay as long or as short a time as my daughter needs. It’s also reassuring to know that the venue is more understanding of the needs of my family.” Apply for a Rainbow Resource card online at www. rainbowresource.org.uk
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Tree of thanks from hospice THE people of Keynsham and Saltford have been thanked for their support for the West’s children’s hospice. Frances Kenneally, community fund-raiser at Charlton Farm, said the charity had been boosted by the Children’s Hospice South West shop window display at Co-op Funeral Directors in Keynsham High Street. She said: “We’ve installed a tree with heart leaves. Each leaf has the name of a group or business in Keynsham or Saltford that has supported us in the past 12 months. We are so grateful for all the money that’s been raised so far, including the many individual donations. We would like to thank Co-op Funeral Directors for giving us the opportunity to say thank-you to the local people.” CHSW’s Charlton Farm, based in North Somerset, is the local hospice families in the area travel to for short breaks with their children. It exists to make the most of the lives of children and young people with life-limited conditions. It offers respite, palliative, end-of-life and bereavement services to families completely free of charge. Frances said: “It’s due to the support from members of the community that CHSW is able to continue to give these families the care they need. The cost of providing specialist care for children with life-limiting conditions rises year-on-year and the demand on our services is increasing. With limited funding from the government, we rely upon
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KEYNSHAM Amateur Swimming Club has launched a campaign to buy competitionstandard blocks to be installed at the town leisure centre as part of its refurbishment. To maintain the highest levels of training and be able to continue to produce county, regional, national and even Olympic swimmers, the club is planning for six new adjustable starting blocks to be installed in the newly updated leisure centre swimming pool in time for the reopening in early 2020. “Our existing blocks are fairly dated and a little wobbly, and it would very much benefit our swimmers to have competitionstandard blocks for training. We are calling on the generosity of our community and local businesses to help us reach our target of £1,500.” explained Keynsham ASC. Good-quality starting blocks would also give the club the option of hosting galas at Keynsham Leisure Centre which would draw hundreds of competitors and their parents to the town, benefiting local shops, restaurants and hotels. If you or your business would like to help Keynsham ASC by donating money towards the new blocks, you can do so by
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competing across six different leagues. The Western league consists of 51 clubs from the South West of England and South Wales, and is divided into three divisions. There are three rounds in the league and the top teams from across all six leagues will go on to compete in the cup finals in early 2020. In the spirit of the NASL, Keynsham wore their team colours with pride, and this vivid display, which was equally matched by volume, saw Keynsham ASC awarded prizes from the NASL for sharing their colours across social media. Round two takes place on Saturday November 9 at Millfield School Swimming Pool, where Keynsham are aiming to achieve a similar result to secure their position in the Premier Division for 2021. n The club are looking forward to getting back to their home pool and will be holding trials in the new year. If your child is a strong swimmer aged seven or over and is interested in joining a competitive swimming club, please contact thea.beament@ keynshamswimming.club to reserve a place on the waiting list for the next trial.
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Author Ryan unleashes more zombies
AN AUTHOR from Keynsham is looking forward to the release of his third book next year. Ryan Colley studied psychology at UWE and went on to work as a manager for Bristol Community Health. He has always had a keen interest in writing and reading horror books. He decided to try to write a British ZomPoc (Zombie Apocalypse) story himself and started writing the Among the Dead series alongside his day job. The series follows 23-year-old Sam, who leaves the safety of his family and the quarantined city of Bristol, to find Alice - the love of his life. Ryan told Keynsham Voice: “I won a few creative writing awards at school, but I only started taking my writing seriously in 2016. I read a horror book about zombies and thought I could do better, so I decided to give it a go. “It was only going to be a short story at first, but it grew from there. After receiving some good feedback from my family and friends, I put it online and hired an editor, and the books have since been published
civilisation would rebuild afterwards. What would happen and what would it mean to live in Bristol too?” Ryan, who moved to Keynsham from Brislington three years ago, said: “The feedback from readers has been really good so far, and I’ve had lots of 4.5/5 star reviews, which is great. The series has even been described as the British version of The Walking Dead, which is a massive Ryan Colley's writing is a hit with zombie fans compliment. “At the moment I’m through Amazon’s Kindle Direct Publishing currently talking to Waterstones about (KDP) platform. getting the book into their stores, which “The series uses real locations and starts would be amazing. I’m also set to speak at off in Bristol. So far it has taken me about the Weekend of the Dead convention in four months to write each book from start to Manchester in March next year, which I’m a finish, and then another four months is spent little bit nervous about.” on editing. Part three of the Among the Dead series is “My friends and family are really chuffed due to be published on Amazon on February for me, and my biggest fans are definitely my 20. To find out more about Ryan and his Mum and Nan. I find the whole end-of-thebooks, visit his website www.amongthedead. world, apocalypse genre really interesting, co.uk or Facebook page www.facebook.com/ especially when it comes to thinking how AmongTheDeadATD
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Breakfast highlights hunger campaign
PUPILS and parents at Chandag Junior School in Keynsham enjoyed a pre-school treat in the run-up to half term. The school hosted a FareShare South West Big Breakfast to raise awareness of the charity’s work in tackling hunger. Children had the chance to help prepare fruit smoothies with the help of volunteers from the school and from FareShare South West, while chef Adrian Kirikmaa, from the St Monica Trust, came along to prepare fresh pancakes. The breakfast was organised by Zest Catering, which provides meals for the school and others in the Wellsway Multi Academy Trust and has formed a successful partnership with FareShare South West, a food distribution charity. Zest Catering’s operations manager Claire Mansri said: “It was an amazing morning. Ours was the biggest event of the week, with more than 120 pupils and parents attending. “Chandag Junior school staff gave their time and came in early to help set up, prepare and serve the children alongside the Zest team, providing cereals, toast, fresh fruit and juices, all provided from surplus food via Fareshare. “I spoke to some of the children who said they were excited to try the 'green stuff' in the fruit smoothies (kale) and they were so full they would be able to learn all day!” FareShare South West is expanding rapidly. It has quadrupled its work to tackle child hunger in the last 12 months - its food is now eaten by about 4,000 children in the region every day. It runs breakfast clubs and supplies food for needy children in the school holidays. This youngster was one of many people who braved a deluge to take part in a Macmillan coffee morning in Keynsham. Organiser Debbie Duffy said: “It was pouring with rain, but I put up a gazebo on my drive in Cranmore Avenue and we carried on. I raised £210 from friends, family and passers-by, and I’d like to say a big thankyou to everyone who attended, donated and made cakes.”
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Santas and elves on their marks again
The Dorothy House Santa and Elf Run is back on Sunday December 8 at Bath Spa University. Last year the event raised more than ÂŁ10,000 for vital patient care and this year the charity is aiming to raise even more. This much-loved, Christmas-tastic family fun run is open to all ages and takes place along a 2.5km course through the beautiful grounds of Bath Spa University. Participants can choose to do the route once, or twice to make it a 5km run. The entry fee is ÂŁ7.50 for children aged 2-11 (who'll receive a free elf hat to add to their own elf-tastic outfit) and ÂŁ15 for participants aged 12-plus (who'll receive an amazing Santa outfit). There is no entry charge for Santa's little helpers aged under 2. Friends and family are welcome to come and cheer on the Santa and Elf Run. Cheerers can sprinkle the dashing Santas and Elves in biodegradable snow as they run past! Refreshments will be available for supporters to buy from the jolly Refectory. To enter, please sign up at www. santaandelfrun.org.uk
A big cheer from entrants at the start of last year's event
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Two Rivers school to give pupils a warm welcome
TWO Rivers CE Primary School is a new school for Keynsham and will admit its first reception-class pupils next September. Wellsway Multi Academy Trust is working with B&NES Council and the Department for Education to open the school, which will have a Church of England ethos and will be open to everyone. The school will take its name from an important geographical feature of Keynsham, the confluence of the rivers Chew and Avon. Its permanent site will be in the Hygge Park housing development near Wellsway School. Until the state-of-the-art buildings are ready, sometime in 2021/22, children and staff will be housed in temporary accommodation on the Wellsway campus. Four of the 13 schools already run by Wellsway Multi Academy Trust - Wellsway School, IKB Academy, Chandag Infants and Chandag Juniors - are already on this site. Wellsway Multi Academy Trust has an
excellent track record of primary school performance. Like others in the trust, pupils at Two Rivers Primary will enjoy access to trust facilities at other schools, such as science experience days at IKB Academy and sports events at Wellsway Sports Centre. Staff will benefit from collaborating with other schools in the trust and can draw on a wealth of skills and expertise. School meals will be provided by the trust’s own Zest Catering, which recently won ‘Best In House Caterer’ at the national EduCatering Awards. If you are interested in finding out, you can come to one of the information events which will be held at the Crest Nicholson marketing suite in the Hygge Park development, as follows: l Wednesday November 20, 6pm – 7pm l Saturday November 23, 11am – 1pm Please visit www.wellswaymat.com for more details.
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Alderman honour BRYAN Organ, pictured, a councillor for 32 years until earlier this year, has been made an Honorary Alderman by Bath & North East Somerset Council. During the ceremony, Keynsham Councillor Brian Simmonds delivered a humorous testimony, saying that Bryan had been a councillor nearly as long as the Romans had been in Bath and it was likely that, during more than three decades of service, he had forgotten more legislation than new councillors would ever learn. Further tributes were paid by councillors from other political parties. The presentation was made by the Chair of Council, Councillor Eleanor Jackson.
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It's all systems glow for winter skaters
An outdoor ice rink will once again return to the Royal Victoria Park, Bath, and mini-golf fans will be able to play with glow-in-the-dark balls WITH winter closing in and the festive season almost upon us, Bath is gearing up for Christmas. That means lights, shopping, the Christmas Market and Bath on Ice. Just around the corner from the Christmas Market in the Royal Victoria Park, Bath on Ice is returning with a huge outdoor ice rink, giving skaters loads of space to learn
to skate or show off their skills. Next door to the rink, the popular Glow Mini-Golf will also be back again, with the trees beautifully lit up after dark and visitors playing with glow-inthe-dark golf balls. And after all that fun in the crisp winter air, the warm glow of the rink-side Alpine Bar offers wood-fired pizzas, deluxe hot
chocolates and a full range of festive drinks. Bath on Ice (November 15th to January 5th) is a short walk from Bath city centre in rhe Royal Victoria Park, and Park & Ride buses stop right next door during the Christmas Market. Booking is advised and can be done online at www.bathonice.com or by calling 01225 436888.
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Pumpkins rise and shine
ADULTS and children alike descended on the pumpkin patch as the ageless tradition returned to Keynsham after 15 years. Avon Valley Adventure and Wildlife Park brought back ‘pick your own pumpkin’ to the farm as part of its 30th anniversary celebrations. It was a case of re-living history as Avon Valley Farm used to be the largest ‘pick your own’ farm in the South West. And families weren’t short of choice as there were more than 15,000 pumpkins to choose from. Every day throughout October,
people of all ages could be seen eagerly selecting their pumpkins and taking them home ready to carve. One lucky pumpkin picker also won a solid gold pumpkin necklace worth £1,000 as there was a ‘golden ticket’ hidden in one of the pumpkins. Pumpkins cost between £2 and £12 and there were wheelbarrows to help people transport the ‘absolute whoppers.’ The pumpkin patch also had retro fete games, music, entertainment, food and drink. Photos: Paul Gillis paulgillisphoto.com
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Choir hits high note for the homeless
The Jammers have hit the right note to help homeless people. Left, Emma Hutchinson, founder of Choir Jam, with Rob Earnshaw, of Help Bristol's Homeless, at the container village in Spring Street A CONCERT by Keynsham’s popular Choir Jam group raised £1,675 for the charity Help Bristol’s Homeless. The gig at St John’s church on October 5 was organised by the choir’s founder Emma Hutchinson and attracted more than 250 people. As well as enjoying the performance,
the audience heard from Zoradi Tucker and Rob Earnshaw about the charity’s work, which includes converting shipping containers to create affordable and accessible accommodation. Rob told how he had been homeless and had become a resident at HBH’s first container site in Malago Road. An ex-
professional chef, he is now managing the charity’s new site in Spring Street and doing the cooking. To find out more, email contact @helpbristolshomeless.org or go to www.helpbristolshomeless.org To learn about Choir Jam, email emma@choirjam.co.uk
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Top judo medal for Isabella ISABELLA Cooper, 14, from Keynsham, brought home a medal from the 2019 Commonwealth Judo Championships. Isabella, who trains with Team Bath and the community judo club based at Bath University, won her bronze medal at the event in Wolverhampton, in the pre-cadets -57kgs weight category, which was one of the largest categories. There were 17 national and international girls competing in this section alone, and Isabella had five fights, with girls from Northern Ireland, Scotland and South Africa. Miss Maggs. director of sport at Isabella’s school Redmaids’ High, said: “It takes a tremendous amount of hard work and discipline to compete at this level. So we are all very proud of what Isabella has achieved.” Isabella achieved further success in October, competing in the Emmen Tournament as part of a Dutch Tour with the Western Area Judo Squad, where she was awarded a bronze medal.
Isabella Cooper in action at the Commonwealth Judo Championships in Wolverhampton, where she won a medal in her weight category
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A FEAST of music is promised for a concert at St John’s Church, Keynsham, on Saturday November 30. The event at 7.30pm is in support of Keynsham Mencap, the Music Man Project and Children’s Hospice South West. The concert will bring together two of the popular Good Afternoon Choirs – Keynsham and Yate/Chipping Sodbury. More than 120 singers will join together in song with guests the Cameo Orchestra, conducted by John Johnson. Grenville Jones is the man behind many choirs across the region and is the founder of the 10 Good Afternoon Choirs. Grenville conducts the Keynsham Good Afternoon Choir and Sian Walters conducts Yate. Tickets are on sale priced £10 adults and £8 for under-12s from 01761 472468 or email gac@grenvillemusic.co.uk
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Michael's inspiring look at life on earth October saw our first indoor meeting of the new season and the last field outing of the old season, writes chairman Dave Sage. Our first speaker at the Baptist church hall was Michael Pitts, award-winning diver and underwater cameraman. His return after less than a year is unprecedented, such was the impression he made last year. His work features in wildlife blockbusters, including Blue Planet, Trials of Life and Deadly 60. The subject of his talk last month was the Galapagos Islands, the volcanic archipelago in the Pacific Ocean, 500 miles off the coast of Ecuador, South America. These islands were visited by Charles Darwin on his five-year voyage on the HMS Beagle, and gave him huge inspiration and a wealth of evidence to support his theory of evolution by natural
with Avon Wildlife Trust Keynsham Group selection, outlined in his famous book On the Origin of Species. Michael’s well-illustrated talk, including some memorable video sequences (not only underwater), vividly highlighted the genetic and biological diversity of the islands. This included the variation among finches on the different islands, which Darwin saw as evidence of natural selection following geographical isolation in differing environmental conditions, selecting features which increased survival prospects, such as beak size and thickness. This remains
Cameraman Michael Pitts meeting a giant tortoise to this day the best scientific surrounding the islands, Michael explanation for all global diversity, showing amazing still and moving past and present. images of hammerhead sharks, One such finch is so wellwhale sharks (18 m long), silky adapted that it flies inside the shell sharks, killer whales (chasing the of Giant Tortoises which inhabit hammerheads), white-tipped reef Isabela Island, eating ticks and sharks and the weird Mola mola other parasites which infest the ocean sunfish (the largest bony fish animal’s skin. in the world, weighing up to 1000 A classic example of mutualism: kg). A record audience of over 85 both species benefit from this people, young and old, paid ample symbiotic relationship (the tortoise justice to Michael’s courage and even rears up its neck to make it skill, not just in dangerous waters easier for the birds to fly in). but in painting such a inspiring There is an equally large picture of life on earth. biodiversity in the oceans l Our final field outing of the old
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n BACK TO NATURE season was to Dolebury warren on the Mendips, where we were lucky to have about the only dry three hours of the entire weekend. The previous damp weather was very useful, because we were looking for fungi, which thrive in such conditions, particularly at this time of year. We were led by Trust fungus expert Joe McSorley, whose knowledge and understanding of this little-known kingdom of living things is extraordinary. Just as well, because among the 30 or so species we found, observed and photographed were a few innocuous-looking “LBJs” (little brown jobs”), which are extremely poisonous. The diversity of colour, shape, size and texture of the fruiting bodies we found clearly reflects the enormous variety of fungi that exist. With names like yellow stag’s horn, snowy waxcap, turkey tail, glistening ink cap, fly agaric and the deceiver, as well as a host of scientific names, including Macrolepiota mastoidea, Clitocybe rivulosa (deadly poisonous LBJ) and Laccaria laccata, (all of which
Medley of colourful fungi photo: Rita Andrews
Trust fungus expert Joe McSorley leads the group photo: Dave Sage we found), the otherworldliness of this remarkable group of organisms is made complete. We are greatly indebted to Joe for his time and expertise, and to Liz Wintle for organising the outing. l Coming up, the season continues apace with two talks in November. Note the change of venue for the second talk. Friday November 8 Never Work with Animals or Children! - the unpredictable, the incredible, the illogical can happen at any time! Talk by Nikki
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s the long summer months fade and the autumn leaves begin to fall, we look back and reflect on what a super year it has been for Keynsham in Bloom. The annual competition had even more entries than previous years from local gardeners, community groups, young people, schools, businesses, places of worship and allotment holders, and culminated in a lovely award ceremony last week. The results of this year’s competition are as follows: n School’s category winner – Somerdale Educate Together n Gardening by young people/community project winner – Keynsham Community Vegetable Plot n Community group winner – Old Vicarage Green n Best front/side garden – Rachel Pollock n Best containers/hanging baskets – John Hicks n Best Back Garden – Kath and Mike Reynolds n Allotment winner – Mike May n Business category winner – The New Inn n Places of Worship – Keynsham Baptist Church Special Awards n Best new entry – Lisa O’Brien n Most artistic entry – Mike and Carole Lambern
n Best vegetable display – Aileen Brown n Best conservation/wildlife garden – Mr Kirby Overall competition winner n Rachel Pollock The It’s Your Neighbourhood Awards from the South West in Bloom Competition were as follows: n Old Vicarage Green – Level 5 Outstanding n Homeavon House – Level 4 Thriving n Abbeyfields – Level 5 Outstanding n Keynsham Scout Group – Level 5 Outstanding n Somerdale Shed – Level 3 Advancing n Keynsham Railway Station – Level 4 Thriving n Keynsham Baptist Church – Level 5 Outstanding Our Umbrella trail competition, which was a huge success, was won by Cocoa Hair Design, and our shop and business watering can competition was won by Smith’s the Jewellers. Children’s Awards Huge congratulations go to Wanda Crabtree of Somerdale Educate Together, who won the under-6 category of the South West in Bloom painting competition, which was all about pollution. This was a great achievement as she beat all other school entries in the whole of the South West.
Keynsham in Bloom colouring competition – ‘It’s a Bugs Life’ n Infant category – runners-up Abbie Coombs and Mia Browning, and winner Amelia Garcia n Junior Category – runners-up Sophia Adams and Betsy Hennessy, and winner Ella Poynter n The overall colouring competition winner – Amelia Garcia, aged 7 Keynsham In Bloom future activities Keynsham in Bloom community group are staying strong and will be carrying on with all our activities in memory of our chair Dee James (see tribute on page 8). So look out for our stall at the Keynsham Baptist Church on November 9. In order to have a permanent memorial for Dee, Keynsham in Bloom will be raising money to buy a three-tier cascading planter that we hope to locate in the centre of town, together with a Dee James Memorial Cup. Funds will be raised through our open Gardens Project that is proposed for June 27 and 28 next year. If you have a special garden you would like to open and show to the public, please contact the in Bloom Group by contacting Dawn – email deputytownclerk@keynsham-tc. gov.uk or telephone 01225 395951. Entry to the open gardens will by ticket. Full details will be advertised soon.
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THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH Ken Plant Reader at St Mary’s Church, Saltford
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n the beginning there was nothing which exploded.” Well, that’s what one of Terry Pratchett’s characters said in a Discworld novel. He was poking gentle fun at the ‘Big Bang’ theory about the beginnings of the universe. Someone responding to this on the internet points out that the theory never actually uses the word ‘explosion’. This might indicate a sense of humour failure or a desire to put people right and to confront ‘misunderstanding’, but it could also form the beginnings of an argument. Arguments are never very productive and seem only to increase misunderstandings. Many arguments seem to start about trivial points, or about different ways of interpreting the evidence and knowledge available at the
time. And thinking about evidence, the strictly ‘scientific’ mind-set will only accept evidence it can measure and record, while a less restricted attitude of mind points out that we can never hope to arrive at a full understanding and explanation of anything with only limited evidence. Quite recently, during a chance conversation in the street, a stranger told me about a haunting experience he had had. He was emphatic that he was not ‘cookie’ and didn’t believe in ghosts, but went on to say that although he couldn’t explain it, he knew what happened. What a profound statement that is! “I can’t explain it but I know what happened”. There are other examples of this kind of knowledge and knowing, without talking about ghosts or the paranormal.
In my work I am privileged to share funeral experiences with many people. Very few seem to think that the universe returns to ‘nothing’. Most are quite sure that death is not the end for us (as part of the universe) and that when someone dies they do not cease to exist. This knowledge is shared by all cultures, not just ours and has been so since prehistoric times. Few people explain how they know this and there are apparently endless ideas about what life beyond the grave might be like, but it does raise the question, “Where might this confidence, this knowledge come from?” There are certainly no meters or scales with which to measure it, but surely that’s not reasonable or rational enough grounds to ignore or reject it. Is it?
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Runners' £12,000 RUNNERS raised thousands of pounds for disadvantaged young people as they pounded the streets of Keynsham. A total of 665 runners put their best feet forward to tackle the town’s annual 10k on Sunday October 6. They were sponsored to complete the circular route, which started and finished at Somerdale and took in the High Street, Charlton Road, Chewton Keynsham and the Memorial Park. Their efforts raised a total of nearly £12,000 for Empire Fighting Chance, which encourages eight to 25-year-olds to turn their lives around through boxing. The charity, which is based in Easton, Bristol, uses a combination of non-contact boxing and intensive personal support to inspire young
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to help the young people to reach their potential. All race runners were given prizes, with top honours being given to the first three men’s and ladies’ finishers, winners of different age categories and top club teams. David Tonkin was the men’s winner with a time of 35 minutes and 26 seconds, while Claire Joliffe was the winning woman, clocking in at 40 minutes and 57 seconds. The race was sponsored by B Block pizzeria, part of The Chocolate Quarter development at Somerdale, for the second year in a row. Adrian Kirikmaa, St Monica’s Trust Food Development Manager, said: “We’re delighted to continue supporting this popular race and the amazing work that Empire Fighting Chance are doing transforming the lives of young people in Bristol.”
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Generation game for tennis aces FRY Tennis Club members gathered at 1pm on Saturday October 5 for the start of our doubles tournament, and the weather was kind to us again this year. The threatened rain held off just long enough for us to complete the final at around 4.30 pm. The tournament is open to all members and this year was restricted to 12 players. The usual crop of end-of-league-season injuries limited the number of senior members available and we were lucky enough to be able to invite seven of our junior members to join those seniors who were able to play. The ages of the players ranged from 13 to their sixties, and the tournament’s format allowed us to pair seniors with juniors, ensuring some competitive and enjoyable tennis. With pairs comprising one senior and one junior, we were able to organise six rounds across four courts, with each match being played over four games and individuals retaining their own score. If the scores were
even, the matches were decided by a singlepoint game. Losing pairs moved courts and swapped sides, ensuring that all players mixed well. At the end of the six rounds, the scores were totted up and the top two players on each side of the draw played a full-set final. There were three senior players with the same score in second place on their side of the draw, and the finalist was decided by comparing the number of games conceded.
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The finalists on the day were Marcus, Tony, Rhys and Jo (pictured) and in a very competitive and far from one-sided final, the eventual winners were Marcus and Tony. After the final, the winners and runners-up were presented with their prizes by tournament organiser Ann Smith. If you would like to join us for some social or competitive tennis, contact Tony Dicker on 07736 779 855 or email ard@tonydicker.co.uk
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n 50 The Anniversary Gala - our second 50th anniversary show, Keynsham Light Opera Group (KLOG) at Broadlands Academy, Keynsham, at 7.30 pm (Saturday matinee 2.30 pm). 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
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n Never Work with Animals or Children! Avon Wildlife Trust Keynsham group talk by Nikki Waldron, BBC Wildlife TV producer, 7.30pm-9.30pm, Baptist Church Hall, High Street, Keynsham, BS31 1DS. All welcome, adults £2.50, under 16s £1. For more information, email keynshamawt@ gmail.com or phone Kathy on 07850 508702.
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n Craft Fair at Keynsham Baptist Church, High Street, 10am-4pm Saturday November 9 and 9.30am2.30pm Saturday December 14. A variety of local handmade stalls, cakes and cafe. Free entry.
Thu Nov 14
n BS31 Business Networking Meeting at Keynsham Town Football Clubhouse (run by SportsGenie Venues) 6.30pm9pm. A local networking group for businesses based in BS31 only. It’s all about supporting and shopping locally. If you would like to come along, the cost is £5.92 a ticket (only 30 tickets available). Details needed are your company name and where you are based. Meetings are every two months and there is a closed Facebook group for businesses that may want support but can't make it to meetings. Please contact jennyo2019@ hotmail.com for more information.
n An evening of Christmas shopping at the New Inn Skittle Alley, 6pm-9pm. Get lots of your Christmas shopping done in one place while supporting local businesses - Laura's Kitchen Cakery - homemade cakes for all occasions and cake-decorating classes; Kate's Mobile Massage - Mobile Swedish and pregnancy massage; Flo-Jo's Creative Crafts - bespoke bunting; Norwex - eco-friendly gifts; Neal’s Yard - organic beauty products; Fur Babies - unique pet products; Nanny's Knits - beautiful handknitted babywear.
Sat Nov 23
n Keynsham Orchestra presents its autumn concert with a programme including Dvorak's Golden Spinning Wheel, Tchaikovsky's Symphony No 1 and Faure's Pelleas and Melisande. 7.30pm at St John's Church, High St, Keynsham. Tickets £10, £8.50 concessions, under-18s free.
Sun Nov 24
n Saltford Womble’s final litter pick for this year will be 2pm-4pm, meeting outside The Little Coffee Shop on Manor Road. If you have litter pickers, gloves and a hi-vis vest, please bring them, but if not we can provide them. We have bags provided by B&NES Council. If you would like to attend this litter pick, or find out more about the Saltford Wombles, email Barbara at saltfordwombles@gmail.com
Tue Nov 26
n An Evening with Mark Carwardine, Avon Wildlife Trust Keynsham group talk. The zoologist, TV presenter and writer will sign his new Field Guide to Whales, Dolphins & Porpoises at the event at The Space, Keynsham, BS31 1HA, 7.30pm-9.30pm. Tickets available from Eventbrite at https:// markcarwardine.eventbrite.co.uk (£6, under 16s £3). For more information, email keynshamawt@gmail.com or phone Kathy on 07850 508702.
Sat Nov 30
n RBLWS Xmas Fayre incorporating a craft table-top sale - 10am-2pm. Royal British Legion Club, 8-10 Charlton Road, Keynsham, BS31 2JA. £10 per table. To book a table please call 0117 9862298.
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n Keynsham Veggies and Vegans is a support group for the lifestyle. For chats, food, drink, info and V/Ve food events nearby, please join the Facebook group: facebook.com/ groups/keynshamvegans
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n Why not drop into Victoria Methodist Church on the High Street for a coffee or tea break, where you will receive a warm welcome. We are open every morning, Monday to Saturday, from 10am to noon. Pop in – we would love to see you.
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n 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 n Key Voices, Keynsham’s friendly community choir, meet at St Dunstan’s Church, Bristol Road from 7.15pm to 9.30pm. Choir leader Maria Johnson studied music at Cambridge University and has taught music and conducted choirs in a variety of venues. Adults of all ages welcome, no experience needed. For more information, visit www.keyvoices.jimdo.com or call Karen on 01761 472708. n Tai Chi Movements for Wellbeing. Suitable for all ages and ranges of mobility. At Fear Hall, Keynsham, Mondays 2.003.00pm. For more info, contact Gareth on 07725 656963 or Gareththomas100@btinternet. com n Keynsham & 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 is free if you join the society or £4 for visitors (numbers will be limited if necessary). 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
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Regular events Please inform us if there are any changes to your regular event, such as cancellation or changes in time, venue or contact details. 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 Art class at 10am to noon in the Fear Hall, Keynsham, alternate Mondays. Small friendly group, all abilities, with experienced teacher. £5.50 per session. Call 07784 839781 for more information. l n Saltford Scrabble Club meets in Saltford Hall every Monday (except bank holidays), 2-4pm. Playing for fun – all abilities. £2 per session, includes a drink. Call 01225 874259. 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 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.
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n WHAT’S ON 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 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 Creative Writers meet on the second Monday of the month, 2.30pm to 4pm, and the fourth Monday, 7.30pm to 9.30pm. We are a small, friendly group and welcome new members of all abilities. For more details contact George on 0117 914 8654 or email george.liddell@blueyonder.co.uk. 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 Yoga For Men. Keynsham Baptist Church (next to Grounded). Mondays, 7 – 8pm. £8 per class with loyalty card available. All abilities welcome, especially any men that claim to be the most inflexible in the world! Friendly drop-in classes that focus on improving flexibility, developing balanced strength, increasing stamina and reducing stress. All equipment provided. See yogadad.co.uk. n Keynsham Short 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 Machine Knitting Club 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
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try to have at least four speakers/ demonstrators a year. Come and join us, we are a very friendly club. Call Pat on 01454 322553 n ChoirJam pop choir meets on Mondays, 7.30-9pm, at Somerdale Pavilion, Cross Road, Keynsham BS31 2FW. We sing everything from Fleetwood Mac to Adele and have a lot of fun doing it! Adults of all ages are welcome to join. We’re a friendly bunch and there’s no audition or experience necessary – you just need to be enthusiastic and to love singing. To book a free taster session, contact Emma Hutchinson on 07793 983040, email emma@choirjam.co.uk or visit www.choirjam.co.uk. n Lovely relaxed baby and toddler group. Free entry & free snacks for kids and adults. Mondays 9.45-11.30 (except 3rd Monday of each month) in St Dunstans church hall (behind the church). Please see our facebook page for info https://www.facebook.com/StDunstans-Keynsham-Baby-ToddlerGroup-2288321904755634/
Tuesday n Beginners Pilates for Backs, Tuesday 10am, Charlton Road, Keynsham. Are you fed up from the pain in your back? Exercise classes are too fast or too strong? Suitable for beginners and people those with herniated discs. No previous experience needed. Take it at your own pace..Be kind and gentle with your body. No sit ups no crunches. Claim your Free 4 tips to a pain free back at www.yogakeynsham.com/ free Classes for Yoga, Pilates & meditation on Mon, Wed, Thur, Fri and Sunday. Youtube : Yoga and Pilates in Keynsham. Pre booking required call sandhya 07565 976 129 or visit www. yogakeynsham.com n Saltford Village Choir meets on Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm in the Wansdyke room at Saltford Hall. We would like more people to join our friendly group of singers. No audition, no need to be able to read music, just come along and enjoy singing. More details from Julie on 01225 872336. n Stay curious at Somerdale Shed! A social club for interesting people who like to do interesting things.
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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 l n Pilates Mat classes for all abilities running at Queen Charlton Village Hall. Eight-week course costing £80 drop-in £14 per single 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, £5. 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. zumbainbristol.co.uk 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 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 67, Queens Road. New members always welcome. Contact The Active Team at Age UK B&NES on 01225 484510 or email active@ ageukbanes.co.uk for more information. Website ageukbanes. co.uk 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 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 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 greenand environmental issues, we get together monthly for a drink and a chat. New faces are welcome! n The Ship Inn Petanque Club meets between 11am and 2pm at The Ship Inn, Temple Street. 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 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.
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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 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 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 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 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 Keyna Townswomen’s Guild meets on the second Tuesday of each month in the Fear Hall, Keynsham between 9.45am and 11.45am. They are a friendly, outgoing group of ladies who enjoy interesting speakers and numerous sub-group outings and activities. Come along to our next meeting for a coffee/tea and biscuits.
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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
Keynsham Tae Kwon-Do at Wellsway Secondary School, Keynsham www.keynshammartialarts.co.uk www.keynshamtaekwondo.co.uk
Are you looking for an activity the whole family can enjoy? Whilst the kids are having the time of their lives, you can be working out, reducing stress and having fun too! Tae Kwon-Do is a great way to get fit and learn self defence in a safe and enjoyable environment. We have classes for everyone – at any fitness level. Our membership ranges in age from 4 to over 50, in all shapes and sizes Call today on
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Monday Little Leaders 4 - 7 years 6 - 7 pm Children 7 - 14 years 6.30 - 7.30 pm Adults 7 - 8 pm Thursday Children 7 - 14 years 6- 7 pm Adults 7 - 8 pm
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n The Filling Station is a Christian organisation that meets at Bristol Avon Sailing Club, Mead Lane, Saltford, BS31 3ER, on the 1st Wednesday each month (except January & August). There is a welcome for everyone, plus refreshments, worship and a talk by an invited speaker. We come together to explore the Christian faith and experience God's presence. There is no cost but donations are welcome. See www. thefillingstation.org.uk or contact Katharine on 01225 873178 for more information.
n ‘Make and Mend’ at Somerdale Shed! A social club for the makers, crafters and fixer-uppers in Keynsham and the surrounding area. Every Wednesday 6pm-9pm at Keynsham’s Community Shed, Tiberious Road, BS31 2FH. Just drop by the shed or see our Facebook group ‘Somerdale Shed’ for details.
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 with details of where we’ll be each week. It’s free and all are welcome.
n Coffee and craft at Community at 67, Queens Road, 10am12.30pm. Do you enjoy crafting or like to learn new skills or teach others? All types of craft welcome, help plan trips and demonstrations. For more details, please contact Clare on 077 377 42300, email community67@gmail.com, follow us on Facebook.
n Cardio Fit, an hour-long high energy aerobics workout, at St Mary’s Church Hall in Saltford at 9.15am. Please contact Hannah on 07903367887 or @cardiofit on Facebook to book a class. n Yoga for the inflexible - Fear Hall, High Street, Keynsham. 6pm. Slow down, pause, find some calm and balance with this #beginners #yoga class. Learn the poses whilst reducing stress and anxiety. We won't ask you to look like a pretzel. Suitable for complete beginners and those that feel as stiff as a board. Win a free Yoga, Pilates or Meditation in Keynsham class by visiting: https://www. facebook.com/Yogakeynsham/ Other Pilates ,Yoga and meditation classes Mon, Thur, Fri and Sunday. Visit www.yogakeynsham.com/ schedule Sandhya - 07565 976 129
n Pilates class led by Physiotherapist Kate. Suitable for beginners and improvers. St Francis Church Hall, Warwick Rd, Keynsham, Wednesday at 7.00pm. Includes free initial Pilates assessment for new clients. To book your place please call or email Kate 07518 522 292 kate@corerehab-physio.co.uk www.corerehab-physio.co.uk
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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.
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. n Keynsham Good Afternoon Choir with music man Grenville Jones, 2-4pm at Victoria Methodist Church. No auditions and great songs with the accent on fun and friendship. £4 per session, come and meet us. Call 01761 472468 or visit www.goodafternoonchoir. org n ChoirJam pop choir meets on Wednesday mornings 11am12.30pm at the Fear Hall in the High Street. See Tuesday’s entry for details. n 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.
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n WHAT’S ON n Baby Comes Too meets every Wednesday afternoon, in term time, from 1.15pm to 2.45pm upstairs in the Key Centre, Keynsham. All carers with children aged 0-4 years are welcome! We have a home corner, dressing up, books, jigsaws, plenty of play vehicles, Peppa Pig toys and lots more! Refreshments are included. £1 per family per week. Please join us, the first session is free! See www.babycomestoo.btck. co.uk.
n Badminton club – join a friendly club who play at Broadlands Academy on Thursday evenings, 7pm until 9pm. Contact Joan on 01761453169.
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 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 contact The Active Team on 01225 484510, or visit ageukbanes.co.uk
n Community At 67 Scrabble Club meets on Wednesday of each week from 2-4pm. New members welcome, ring 0773 774 2300 or come along. Meets at 67 Queens Road, Keynsham.
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n 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. n Avon Valley Artists (formerly Saltford Art Club) meet weekly between 10am and noon at the Church Hall, Saltford Village. Any medium and all levels. New members welcome. Contact Peter Ward, 4 Old Vicarage Green, 0117 949 2893 / 07756 855507 or email peterandjenny@blueyonder.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. l n Pilates Mat classes for all abilities running at Queen Charlton Village Hall. Eight-week course costing £80 drop-in £14 per single class (classes run 55 mins). Beginners/Improvers, 6.30pm. To book call Elena on 07732 246866 or email elena@vitalpilates.co.uk, www. vitalpilates.co.uk
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 Listen to stories and rhymes for youngsters at Story Time every Thursday during term time at Keynsham Library, 10-10.30am. 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 St John’s Toddler Group meets every Tuesday and Thursday during term-time between 9.45am and 11.30am in St John’s Church Hall, Keynsham. Children 0-4 years can come and play with a wide range of toys and take part in craft activities and singing. Refreshments included. All welcome – first session free. Call Anais Hall on 07545 391659. n Over 50 and love playing football but maybe not the 11 a side game? Well, why not try Walking Football? Keynsham AJN Walking Club meet on Thursday nights to suit those still working during the day. We start at 8pm and play for an hour on a superb 3G pitch. Contact Gary Hardwell on 07429 376581 for more details. £4 a session which guarantees a great time. Studded boots please.
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n Painting for pleasure club, we meet Thursday afternoons from 2-4pm at Saltford Hall. Contact Eileen on 01225 873224. 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.
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n The Friday Afternoon Club meets at Keynsham Royal British Legion Club, Charlton Road, 3pm to 5pm, on the third Friday of the month. Craft activities to create an art installation as part of Keynsham in Bloom’s displays. Activities will also include board games, quizzes and chat. n 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. Call Martin on 07754 543719. 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 call the church on 0117 986 3112. AMEO is a friendly group providing fellowship and a wide range of activities for those living on their own. We are open to all denominations or to those with no affiliations. We meet for coffee (10am-noon) at Victoria Methodist Church on the first Friday of the month. If you are interested, come for coffee or call the Church Office on 0117 914 9408 or Christopher Bailey on 01225 872784. n Pilates class led by Physiotherapist Kate Suitable for beginners and improvers St Francis Church Hall, Warwick Rd, Keynsham Fridays at 10.00am. £48 for 6 week block of classes including free initial Pilates assessment for new clients. To book your place please call or email Kate 07518 522 292 kate@corerehab-physio.co.uk www.corerehab-physio.co.uk
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 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 Kingfisher Lodge Care Centre, Chestnut Walk on the third Friday of every month from 2-3pm. £2 voluntary donation to attend.
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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 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 like-minded people can come along to the plot from 10.30am on the first Saturday of the month. You’ll find us behind the cafe in Keynsham Memorial Park. Call Aileen on 07854 149008.
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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.
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n Tai chi classes return to the park. 9am every Sunday in all weathers. Contact 07731 198890 or taichikeynsham@ outlook.com n Free social runs for ladies. Meet Sunday 8am at the 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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Support workers scoop awards SUPPORT workers and clinicians providing services across parts of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and Bath and North East Somerset scooped trophies in the Sirona Annual Awards for Excellence 2019. A record number of nominations – nearly 300 – were received for this year’s awards, which are held annually to mark Sirona’s foundation as a not-forprofit social enterprise. Many are received from the public, with Ruth Grindrod from Sirona’s Extra Care facility, St John’s Court in Bath, winning the “I think they deserve it” award. She was likened to a real-life Mary Poppins, always coming up with good ideas to make life easier, fun and homely for tenants.
The Family Nurse Partnership scooped the second award in this category after being praised for making a difference to children and their teenage parents. Sirona is committed to benefiting the community and Sue Bendall, administrator at Combe Lea Community Resource Centre in Midsomer Norton, scooped the Contribution to the Community award for the creation of a Scarecrow Festival, which attracted entries from people of all ages throughout the town. The night was sponsored by Cordell Health, Galtec, Node 4, Ralph Allen Press and the Sirona Foundation.
Christmas trees to fill church aisles at festival ST JOHN'S Church in Keynsham is preparing for its Christmas tree festival. The aisles will be filled with 60 trees for the event, running from Friday December 6 to Sunday December 8. All will be decorated by local community groups, including schools, churches and voluntary organisations, highlighting what they bring to the community. St Johns celebrates its 750th birthday in 2020 and the tall tree at the entrance to will
be decorated for the launch of the anniversary programme. Live musical performances will take place throughout the three-day festival. Refreshments will be available in the church, including bacon rolls (on Saturday morning), mulled wine, tea and coffee. Entry to the festival will be free, but the church will be grateful for donations at the exit. The festival will be open as follows: Friday 3pm-8pm, Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday 12pm5pm.
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n OUT AND ABOUT Encounter with horses on way to Lock and Weir
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ollowing a week of near constant rain, we awoke to glorious sunshine for our circular 4.5-mile round walk to Hanham and back. A total of 24 people set off from Keynsham Memorial park and following the river headed towards Hanham, where we had to move a number of horses from the area of the stile before we could get to the Lock and Weir for a refreshment break. We then headed up a steep set of uneven steps to the ring road. Keeping to the footpath on the ring road for about 150 metres, we then climbed over the crash barrier and descended down the slope back into woodlands on the other side of the river. We walked through the woodland with a river on our right and railway to our left towards Durley Lane. From there we walked behind the football and rugby ground back to the Memorial Park. The going was boggy and slippery in places but we got back without any mishaps.
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Dates for the diary Friday November 15, 7.30pm, Club @ 22 formerly the Conservative Club. A skittles social evening with an American supper. Sunday November 17, 10.30am, starting from the Bird in Hand, an 8-mile circular walk to the outskirts of Bath and back again. Sunday December 15, 10am, Memorial Park CafĂŠ, the annual wreath-making walk. Sunday January 14, 2020, a walk around folly farm
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Upcoming events in November: • See clearly with cataract surgery, a talk provided by Mr Rafik Girgis, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon – Monday 4 November, 6pm – 8pm • Weight loss mini consultation with Mr James Hewes, Consultant Upper GI and Bariatric Surgeon – Wednesday 6 November, 6pm – 8pm • Weight loss mini consultation with Mr Alan Osborne, Consultant Upper GI & Bariatric Surgeon – Wednesday 13 November, 6pm – 8pm • Lower urinary tract symptoms and new treatments for enlarged prostate, a talk provided by Professor Hashim Hashim, Consultant Urological Surgeon – Thursday 21 November, 6pm – 8pm To book your place at an event please contact our private treatment advisors by emailing info@spirebristol.com or call 0117 980 4080.
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KEYNSHAM AND SALTFORD LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY
Lost trade on lane to nowhere
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The barn by the River Chew where baskets were made
efore the twentieth century, small communities were self-sufficient in many of life’s essentials, but craftsmen used locally available materials to make specialist products where there was an opportunity to sell further afield. One such Somerset industry, which still survives on the Levels, is basket-making and in Victorian times this was practised in Keynsham. Willow is the traditional material for basketmaking in England and the basket willow osier, or withy, thrives in Somerset. Although associated with Sedgemoor, they were grown quite extensively around Keynsham. There were once withy beds along the south bank of the Avon, by the Chew in what is now the Park and by the Ell Brook at Ellsbridge – all locations that were suitably marshy. To obtain suitable “rods” for weaving requires careful cultivation and husbandry. The plants grow extremely quickly and in a single growing season, from late May to early October, a rod
can reach up to 8 feet (or 2.5m). New beds are planted in the spring using pieces of willow from the crop harvested during the preceding winter but will not be fully productive for three years. However, once established the plants can last up to 30 years. Basket-makers produced a wide variety of products; as well as workaday containers for transport and storage, they made cages, eeltraps and wicker furniture, which became very fashionable in Victorian times. In Keynsham, the basket-making was centred around the Dapps Hill to Steel Mills area. Steel Mills Lane used to be known as Cantle’s Lane, after basket-maker James Cantle, who used withies from his beds in Pope’s Paddock, between the Lane and the Chew. Next to what is now River View is a narrow track leading to the Chew. This was once the main road into Keynsham from the south, via a ford through the river. Cantle was employed by Thomas Chappell and the basket work was done
in a stone barn in his grounds close to the river at the end of the track. The last basket-maker may have been James Rogers, who from at least 1906 lived at Bethesda Cottages in Temple Street and worked at his craft until he died in 1922, aged 82. After basket-making ceased, the barn was used as a meeting place for the local Scout troop. n The society’s next meeting, on Monday November 18, features a talk on ‘Understanding Keynsham Abbey – why its Dedication Matters’, presented by architectural historian, author and television presenter Dr Jonathan Foyle. The meeting is at St Dunstan’s Catholic Church Hall on Bristol Road, Keynsham and starts at 7.30pm. Visitors are welcome, provided space is available, with admission free if you join the society. For details of the society’s full talks programme, visit www.keysalthist.org.uk Richard Dyson
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n 1st KEYNSHAM SCOUTS
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Finlay, Lexie and Emily with some of last year's donations to the auction and book sale The annual 1st Keynsham Scouts Auction and Book Sale returns on Saturday November 16 at their Scout HQ. All the action will be happening in the main room, where an auction will be taking place – who knows what treasure you’ll find? There will also be a book and toy room to explore. Donations of items such as furniture, bric-a-brac and DVDs are welcome in the week running up to the auction, or simply pop down on the day to pick up some pre-loved pieces. The ever-popular event will also have homemade cakes and tea and coffee to enjoy. Last year’s
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n 1st KEYNSHAM SCOUTS
Three cheers as Cubs win silver award
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hree Chiltern Cubs have celebrated the momentous achievement of earning their Chief Scout Silver Award. Evelyn, Greta and Caitlin attained the highest award for a Cub (which usually takes around two to two and a half years) by completing seven challenge badges as well as six activity badges, learning outdoor skills, teamwork and leadership along the way. Evelyn said: “Cubs has taught me a lot of new skills and when I got my Silver Award I was really Cubs, from left, Evelyn, Greta and Caitlin celebrate their Chief Scout Silver Award success proud and happy because I worked really hard to get it.” She added that she hoped it “inspires more Cubs to also achieve it and encourages more girls to join.” Greta said: “This means so much to me because it is the highest award you can get in Cubs. I have learnt about knots and the Countryside Code.” Caitlin said: “I’ve had so much fun at Cubs over the last few years, and getting my Silver Award is the best thing ever!” Above, some of the l A total of thirteen Cotswold Cubs were also Cotswold Cubs who invested into Chew Troop, in what could be one of have been invested the longest ceremonies witnessed at Keynsham into Chew Troop 1st – we’re sure they have lots of adventures ahead of them. Chew Troop also had their first weekend camp back at Chelwood, taking part in a pioneering challenge, as well as axe and saw training. They also had time to explore the site, and loved the swing in the woods. Would you like to live in your own self-contained l There are still some spaces available for the Clay Pigeon Winter flat in a beautiful building set in its own grounds Weekend fundraiser on Saturday and Sunday November 23-24 at Chelwood. Choose from morning or afternoon sessions – no experience in Bath, if so have you considered The Orchard is required. Sunday is fully booked, so be quick to book another session: at Combe Down? email claypigeon@1stkeynshamscouts.org.uk or call 07961 394264. l Want to get involved in one of the largest Scout groups in the country? We’re always looking for volunteers, and whatever your age or The Orchard provides housing designed with older experience, we all have something to offer that can help equip young people in mind helping you to live independently people with #SkillsForLife. Contact scouts@1stkeynshamscouts.org.uk or whilst receiving the care and support you need. ring 07714 237525.
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he Queen’s Speech, outlining the Government’s forthcoming business and laws that it wants Parliament to approve, forms part of the State Opening of Parliament ceremony and the official beginning of the Parliamentary year. The ceremony has existed in its current form since 1852 but the tradition can be traced back to the 16th century. At the start of the procession, the Queen travels from Buckingham Palace to Westminster by carriage and is taken to the robing room to dress for her speech, which takes place in the House of Lords and is attended by Members of Parliament who have been summoned by Black Rod. The Imperial Crown, which symbolises the sovereignty of the monarch, was placed on a cushion this time and carried ahead of Her Majesty, who wore a diamond diadem which undoubtedly weighed far less. Last month’s Queen’s Speech, which is the first one to take place in two years, outlined the Prime Minister’s bold policies on health, crime, the environment and of course Brexit, which were among 26 bills read out. With the Brexit deadline looming it was vital that Boris Johnson focused on important policy areas like education, the NHS and care for the elderly, which will benefit from further investment. The Speech was followed by debates in the Commons. A week later, Members of Parliament convened for the first time on a Saturday since the Falklands Conflict in 1981. The only other occasions
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CHANGING FOR THE BETTER with Transition Keynsham
Building a caring community is so vital
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ristol University’s Cabot Institute for the Environment is at the forefront of improving the way we live in our world and enabling us to tackle the challenges facing our environment, writes Liz Barling. I went to the Cabot Institute’s annual lecture on whether we can thrive as an urban species. One speaker said our cities are running on fossilised sunshine and the more they expand, the more fossil fuels they use. This isn’t just down to the usual increase in petrol-fuelled vehicles. It’s in the cement needed to build all the new houses and the nitrogen fertiliser farmers use to feed our growing populations. He said that because we’re so reliant on
fossilised sunshine, technical fixes alone won’t be enough. We’re going to need “massive and radical social and political change.” Another speaker said we should build more “care-ful” communities in towns and cities - places where people and organisations work collaboratively to care for ourselves, our neighbours and our environment. Putting care at the heart of communities emphasises our connections and not our differences, something that struck me as an important message for our times. She said we should recognise what others do to care for our communities – and not just people, but places like allotments and skate parks. What can we learn about care from the
things that those places give us? She challenged us to respond to the radical changes going on in towns and cities (such as rising inequality) by embracing diversity, creativity and learning – including with people who are not like us, or with whom we might normally disagree. It’s in these (sometimes difficult) interactions that we can build the knowledge and emotional capacity to care for each other and our planet. Finally, she asked: what do you do to care for your community? I think we’re pretty good at being caring in Keynsham, but I’d like to throw the question out to you. Why not tell us on Twitter @TransitionKsham or Facebook www.facebook. com/TransitionKsham/
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Girls focus on plastic threat to life on planet MEMBERS of 2nd Saltford Rainbows and 2nd Saltford Guides have taken part in Girlguiding UK’s ‘Future Girl’ week this term. Girls learned about the worldwide threat plastics pose to our environment. The Rainbows focussed on the effect plastics have on creatures that live in our oceans and how they could use less plastic in their own lives and encourage others in the household to do the same. The Guides talked about larger issues that affect them, including the lack of recycling facilities in their education establishments, and found many positive solutions to how they can eradicate plastic from their lives, such as using local refill shops, and using canvas shopping bags and refillable water bottles. Guides used their collections of recyclable
Models of sea creatures the Guides made to highlight the threat posed to our marine wildlife plastics to make models of sea creatures that are directly affected by single-use plastics. This is a topic that really got the girls’ passions flaring so expect to see more from the Guides as the weeks and months go on. Rainbows are looking forward to an exclusive members-only trip to the Odeon cinema to
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see Frozen 2 in December, as well as a festivethemed sleepover to celebrate the end of 2019. Guides will be running a plastic-free Christmas stall at the Christmas fayre in Saltford Hall on Saturday November 30, please come and have a look at ideas for recycling, reusing and reducing plastic this Christmas.
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Health merger to go ahead
with Keynsham Creative Writers
Autumn Fair To the years that have passed, some joy, some sorrow This regular season comes without fail The golden sun projecting its rays on this palette of colour Too varied for the eye to count, Now the leaves have started to fall, Making a carpet for the children to run through Kicking them in the air, joy, laughter Fulfilling as their time is now Look around, this is nature’s autumn fair Spread out before you, following the same pattern As to the clock we can never stop Our lives move on whatever, In anticipation, less as age progresses Knowing the inevitable death that comes at the end So enjoy, live this life to the full The rewards are all in the mind to savour, With all your senses. Les Benson
Keynsham Creative Writers meet on the second and fourth Monday of the month. New members are always welcome – contact George Liddell on 0117 914 8654.
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HEALTH services in Bath & North East Somerset will be standardised when a planned merger with neighbouring counties takes places. Three groups responsible for the planning, buying and monitoring of health services will come together in April 2020 to form a single health organisation. The merger of Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Clinical Commissioning Groups has been approved following a consultation period. It means there will be a standardised level of care and best practice so everyone can access the same treatment and services, regardless of where they live.
Working as one Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) will also help to meet financial challenges through greater buying power, streamlining governance processes and eliminating the duplication of administration functions. Tracey Cox, chief executive of the new B&NES, Swindon and Wiltshire CCG, said: “I believe that as a single CCG, we will be in a stronger position to improve outcomes for patients, whilst still retaining our local voice.” The new CCG will serve a combined population of more than 934,000 people. The merger is in line with similar mergers across the NHS.
Advice on how to keep your home safe ANYONE worried about home security is invited to attend a talk at Community at 67 (67 Queens Road, Keynsham, BS31 2NW) on Monday November 18 at 7pm, when Laurence Hands from Avon and Somerset Police will be giving advice. He will cover how to protect your
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BOOKS OF THE MONTH with Judith Thomas from Keynsham Library Adult Fiction
Nine Perfect Strangers Liane Moriarty Liane Moriarty wrote Big Little Lies, which was made into a successful TV drama. This is her next book and follows in her usual style. You are introduced to nine people who appear to be successful in their fields – but are they? They each are suffering a burnout or crisis and book into a luxury spa in the middle of the Australian outback. Initially there are massages to attend, fasting to be done and general relaxing on the programme. However events soon take a more sinister turn. The story then turns out to be a dark thriller and the characters’ true personalities come out. This book was enjoyable and I particularly liked the successful author Frances, who felt that modern life was passing her by. As promised in last month’s review, the next two books in the Crazy Rich Asian series are reviewed by Emilie Bioud, Keynsham Library Assistant.
China Rich Girlfriend Kevin Kwan Even with all the efforts to eradicate Rachel Chu from Nick Young’s life, she is still by
his side in the second volume of the trilogy, back in Asia but this time in Hong Kong and Shanghai to enjoy holidays and meet some members of her family. She wasn’t expecting to meet Colette Bing, a famous fashion blogger and spoiled daughter of the fifth richest Chinese man, who is going to take them on a trip to Paris to do frantic crazy shopping. I particularly enjoyed the chapters about Kitty Pong and her educational mentor, who tries to teach her how to be accepted and become a member of the high society she dreams to be part of. It’s probably the book in the series where the least things happen, but it's still an escape from reality, a fun read for the holidays.
Rich People Problems Kevin Kwan This volume in the series is by far my favourite. Nick Young’s grandmother is on her death bed, and everyone wants their share of the cake. From around the world, close and not so close relatives rush to her bedside in the hope they will be chosen as the main heir in her will. Everyone tries their own trick to become the grandmother’s favourite. It is so cynical and funny. The book takes different turns and make us explore the past of Singapore under Japanese occupation. Sometimes it looks like a treasure hunt where the characters have to find clues to their own future.
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continues the adventures of the unique Ted Spark. Ted is never very good with change, so he was very apprehensive about visiting his aunt Gloria and cousin Salim in New York. However Aunt Gloria works in the marvellous Guggenheim Museum, which Ted really enjoys visiting. Then a valuable painting is stolen from the museum and his aunt is arrested for the crime. There then follows a race against time by Ted, his sister Kat and Salim to find the culprit, locate the painting and save his aunt. Really well written.
Children's Fiction Last month saw the launch of a Young Crime Writers Crime competition in BANES libraries. This runs until February 2020, but for some inspiration why not try the following …
The Enemies of Jupiter Caroline Lawrence Caroline Lawrence writes some marvellous books set in ancient Rome. The historical detail is great and it always revolves around a group of children who have devious mysteries to solve. The main character is Flavia Gemina, and in this story she is joined by her friend Jonathan ben Mordecai, a doctor’s son, whose father has been sent to Rome to assist with plague victims. With the illness spreading throughout the city, the Emperor Titus has asked Flavia and her detective friends to seek out a mysterious enemy who is trying to destroy Rome. A brilliant, fast-paced detective story.
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The Guggenheim Mystery Robin Stevens This is the sequel to Siobhan Dowd’s The London Eye Mystery and
All Bath & North East Somerset libraries have a successful social media presence and are buzzing with community groups, activities and events. Never miss a thing by following our social media accounts at www. facebook.com/BathnesLibraries1 and www.instagram.com/bathnes_ libraries Sing along to your favourite rhymes at Baby Bounce & Rhyme, now every Tuesday during term time at Keynsham Library: Session1 – 10-10.30am Session 2 – 11-11.30am Come and listen to stories and rhymes at Story Time every Thursday during term time at Keynsham Library from 10-10.30am.
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Partnership forged for rental homes
AEQUUS Developments Ltd (ADL) has signed a partnership deal with Gregory’s estate agents to bring rental homes to market in Bath city centre. The two-year deal, signed by Aequus’s chairman Charles Gerrish and Gregory’s founder Matt Gregory, will see Gregory’s take over the tenancy management of 33 homes. Gregory’s will also support Aequus with future properties that will be refurbished and marketed for rent over the next few years. These homes will be available to rent through Gregory’s estate agents and include one and two-bedroom apartments in some of the city’s historic Georgian buildings. Aequus Developments Ltd was established by Bath & North East Somerset Council in 2016 to develop, deliver, own and manage the local authority’s private residential property. Charles Gerrish and Matt Gregory are teaming up ADL is committed to providing goodquality refurbished homes in the city business to work with to help us deliver our centre for young professionals and city objectives of good-quality homes for rent.” workers and to acting as a responsible Gregory’s is a family-run, independent landlord. estate agent, established in 2015 by Matt Charles Gerrish said: “I am pleased Gregory, who said: “Gregory’s has seen that following an open competitive tender continued success and growth during the last process, we have been able to appoint a local four years and we are thrilled to have now
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n BOWLING Keynsham Bowling Club THE combination of plenty of rain plus some sunshine has made the playing surface of the bowling green in the park look the best it’s been for a number of months. What a pity it is closed season! Club captain Carm Riccio has been reviewing the events of the men in the last six months. They did very well in reaching the quarter finals of the Turnbull Cup and also getting into the third round of the National Two Rink competition. We were particularly proud that our men’s club champion, Paul Harsant, narrowly lost in the semi-final of the Somerset Champion of Champions competition. In the September edition of the Voice, we included reports from the various team captains. One that was overlooked was that of the Friday Triples League, where we finished top with the highest total of aggregate scores since the inauguration of the league. As the league fixtures finish, some of the men depart for their annual tour, and this year 24 of them were based in a hotel in Worcester and played matches against local sides. As one season finishes, the planning for the next one is under way as match secretary Tony Hunter starts to compile the fixture list for 2020. Our lady captain was delighted to report that the ladies won the North Somerset league for the second consecutive year and came second in the Mendip league, this being a big improvement on the previous season, when they finished bottom.
Frys Bowling Club FRYS closed their 2019 season with a presentation dinner, where trophies were handed out to the winners of the club’s competitions. In the Triples, runners-up Mike Barling, Pete Rumble and Roger Loader just missed out in one of the closest competitions ever, with Malcolm Hanks, Terry Vickery and Christopher Day taking the title and Terry securing his fifth triples title. The Pairs saw a dominant performance as runners-up Ken Stewart and Roger Loader fell a long way behind in the first half of the game, with Steve Buck and Jonathan Day taking an easy win, picking up a maximum 8 shots in the
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process. The Two Wood final has been delayed due to the green being closed early. In the Novice, Mike Cox played Pete Rumble, with Mike Cox taking his first title. The Handicap was won by Roger Loader, 20 years after his first title, with Jonathan Day taking the runners-up spot. The Championship final was a tight game, with Geoff Kershaw taking the title and Stephen Day getting the runners-up trophy. For more information about the club, or if you wish to apply for membership, call secretary Christopher Day on 01225 872959, email frysbowlsclub@gmail.com or visit www.frysbowlsclub.webs.com. Training and equipment will be provided. You can also follow the club on Twitter: @FrysBowls
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n KEYNSHAM RUGBY CLUB
Determined Ks continue positive start IT looks good for Keynsham RFC if you don't look too closely at the league table for South West 1 played six, won five, lost one - but it should be noted that they have played only one away game. There are three games to report on since the October issue. There should have been four, but St Ives RFC have withdrawn from the league competition. Their first away game of the season was at North Petherton RFC. The first half was played at speed but with little accuracy from either side, with knockons, fumbles and 'hail Mary’ passes in abundance. But North Petherton were the quicker to the breakdowns, and Keynsham were turned over or driven off the ball too many times, with their defence stretched almost to breaking point. The Black and Ambers scored within four minutes when Jack Weston broke from a five-metre scrum and quick hands saw Adam Teasdale run a nice line from off blind-side wing to touch down near the post, Sam Challenger converting. But then the home side scored two tries, converting one to lead 12-7. Sam Challenger kicked a penalty to close the gap, but the home side’s winger touched down for the third try, which was converted. A dominant home scrum forced Keynsham to yield a yellow card and a penalty try, giving North Petherton a try bonus point. There was then a yellow for the home prop to even the numbers, and a breakaway from a line-out maul by Josh Woodman allowed Pearce to scuttle across the line and to the
The Black and Ambers in action against North Petherton in their first away game of the season injury, John Pearce moving to After 25 minutes, Keynsham posts for seven points, which put wing. attacked again, resulting in Matt Keynsham into the losing bonus After nine minutes, a quick Carr squeezing over for his debut point zone. Five minutes from ball from a line-out followed first team try – well deserved. time, Weston was sin-binned by bursts by Jack Weston and Challenger’s conversion made it but North Petherton’s kick from Callum Fennell moved the ball 12-7. the 22 was wide. Final score wide, and a chip kick and wicked In the next six minutes the 24-17. Keynsham were fortunate bounce allowed Sam Challenger sides swapped penalties, and to come away with that losing to touch down for the first try, on 32 minutes Keynsham went bonus. which was unconverted. further ahead via a Pearce try, A pulsating game at the Crown Sidmouth replied in the Challenger converting. Fields, where Sidmouth RFC 14th minute when, following a Before half time they added a were the visitors, saw the home penalty, a line-out drive gained further seven points and secured side cling on to win 38-32. The considerable distance and their their try bonus. Carr crossBlack and Ambers had another centre ran a good line to shred kicked, Marlon Dorset chased debutant in the squad, Josh the tattered defence to touch and tackled inside the 22, forcing Clayfield at scrum half, and he down under the posts, with the visitors to ruck and maul was called into action in just the the outside half adding the on the retreat. The attempted third minute when winger Adam conversion. clearance kick was charged down Teasdale retired with a knee
A pulsating game against Sidmouth at the Crown Fields
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and George Warren weaved over to allow Challenger to add the conversion. The half-time score was 27-10. With two minutes of the second half, Keynsham had another try under their belts. A chip through by Ollie Coneybeare, a tap from the boot of Pearce stopping the ball going into touch, and Coneybeare beat the defence to score. The visitors’ immediate response saw them score in the right-hand corner, with a fine conversion. Weston found himself alone charging through but was hauled down; from the subsequent scrum Sidmouth were penalised and Challenger added three more point. Sidmouth then scored two tries, the first far out on the right and the second (and their bonus point), a slick try by the winger, one of which was converted. Between these two tries, Challenger notched another penalty for the home side. Ten minutes to go and the score was 38-29, but that soon became 38-32, with the second of two penalty shots by their kicker. There was a huge sigh of relief when Josh Woodman scuttled away from a maul with the ball tucked firmly under his oxter. He was tackled, fed the ball back and Pearce banged it into touch to save the win and five league points. Following the cancellation of the St Ives fixture, Bridgwater and Albion RFC were the next visitors to the Crown Fields and another cracking game ensued. The home side drew first blood when Ryan Harding touched down for a try, converted by Challenger. On 21 minutes Bridgy had a line-out on the
home 22. A good catch and drive followed and when this slowed down, their centre ran a great line to score under the posts; the conversion levelled the scores. From 28 minutes on, it was all Bridgwater & Albion. Constant pressure in the ‘red zone’ and repeated penalties resulted in a yellow card for skipper Hayden Johnson. More pressure followed, and a final warning from the referee, but the defence held firm. Against the run of play Keynsham then scored a try. There was a penalty to clear the lines, then a kick through was well followed up by Joe Clements, nailing a Bridgwater defender short of the line. K’s players were quicker to the site of the action and Carr touched down. Challenger’s conversion made it 14-7 at half time. The visitors started brightly in the second half, but the Black and Ambers held firm and were soon back to 15 players. A powerful driving maul made 30-odd metres, a kick and chase brought play to five metres out and Weston scored from the base of an advancing scrum. Challenger’s conversion was wide so the score was 19-7 with a bonus try looming A further massive driving maul yielded a penalty, converted by Challenger. The visitors tried their darnedest but the locals boys’ defence stayed strong, and a break by Warren, who almost made it to the try line, was the only clear-cut chance Keynsham had for a bonus try thereafter. Next home 1st XV games are: Friday November 7, 7.30pm, v Cleve Saturday November 23, 2.30pm, v Devonport Services
Action from the match against Bridgwater and Albion
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Battling Town's mixed fortunes ON the back of a well-earned draw against league leaders Plymouth Parkway, Keynsham faced visitors Tavistock with increasing optimism. However, their optimism was not well placed as Ks went down to their biggest defeat since returning to the Premier Division of the Toolstation League. A seemingly very young Devon side were well-deserved winners by 5-2 as they outpaced their opponents with good passing and converted their chances well. It was a salutary lesson but one which was quickly learned as they travelled to Clevedon in the Somerset Premier Cup. A battling performance saw Keynsham come from behind twice with goals from Craig Wilson and Adey Harvey and then take a 3-2 lead six minutes from time, thanks to Sam Downes’ overhead kick, only to concede a late equaliser. The game went to penalties, which Keynsham won 5-4 to set up a home tie against Bridgwater Town in the next round. Another battling display was watched by a home crowd of 163 at the AJN Stadium against Exmouth Town, who had won six of
Action from Keynsham’s home match against Exmouth Town, which they won 1-0
their seven league matches since returning to the Western League. The visitors started the brighter, having three shots cleared off the line and another hitting the post in the first half. However, it was Keynsham who took a first-half lead when a long ball from Craig Wilson beat the entire Exmouth defence and found an advancing Ben Harris, who beat the custodian Chris Wright to the ball and slotted it home. Despite intense pressure from Exmouth, the Ks held out for a well-earned victory. Another victory, 2-0 over Chipping Sodbury three days later, took Keynsham up to 13th in the table with several games in
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