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End of an era for panto club P4

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Curtain up for youth theatre P13

Group celebrates s launch with a stroll

Supermarket and cafe chain announce moves

First retailer is revealed at centre P2

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Park toilets revamp given go-ahead P3 Next round in battle to save green belt P6 PM’s praise for local charity founder P8 Sophie creates a ‘big buzz’ for good cause P9

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Bristol-based cafe chain been on the Grounded wishlist Grounded is coming to Keynfor some time. sham High Street, Keynsham"We are really looking voice can reveal. forward to becoming part of The company has confirmed the vibrant community, as the it has agreed café will be on premises well-placed at 39 High in the centre Street, of the town. the former We think that Lloyds Bank Grounded building, and and everyhas applied thing the café for planning stands for in permission. It terms of famis hoped the ily values and branch will local commuGrounded’s Horfield branch be open by nity will fit in Christmas. really well in Keynsham." The move represents a Keynsham will be Groundhomecoming for owner and ed's sixth branch, with four founder of Grounded Tobie cafes in Bristol and one in Holbrook, who was born in Corsham, which opened earlier Keynsham. this year. The existing cafes A spokesperson said: “His also host live music and open strong personal connection into the evening. Find out more to the town means that it has at www.cafegrounded.co.uk.

Centre’s first retailer named Sainsbury’s has been named as the first retailer confirmed for Keynsham’s £34 million town centre development. The retail giant will launch a Sainsbury’s Local at the site, which is set to open in autumn this year. It will be Sainsbury’s first store in the town and is expected to create 20 to 25 full- and parttime jobs. Oliver A’Court, Sainsbury’s acquisition surveyor, said: “Sainsbury’s is delighted to be bringing its convenience offer to Keynsham and to be part of this exciting redevelopment. We hope to start recruiting in the next few months and open this autumn. “Sainsbury’s Locals are not full-size supermarkets and provide a convenient location for people to do a basket shop, topping up their main weekly shop. The shop would offer a good range of fresh fruit and vegetables, dairy products, baked goods, snacks and other convenience products.” News of the first letting at the new development, which contains several retail units as well as council offices, a library, one-

stop shop for public services and community space, was confirmed by Bath and North East Somerset Council. Council leader Paul Crossley said: “Bath and North East Somerset Council is very pleased to welcome Sainsbury’s to be part of our exciting regeneration activity in Keynsham town centre. It’s great news for Keynsham and a huge step towards enhancing this prosperous and thriving town centre to be enjoyed by residents and visitors. “The development is set to boost the local economy with the creation of new jobs, better shopping facilities and a more attractive town centre. We hope it will help improve trade for retailers and businesses already located there and encourage others to come to the town, too.”

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News Toilets revamp gets go-ahead A scheme that will see the number of toilet cubicles in Keynsham Memorial Park reduced has been given the go-ahead despite strong opposition to the plan. A petition signed by 675 people was last month handed to Bath and North East Somerset Council’s Cabinet member for neighbourhoods David Dixon. The authority has also received 58 letters of objection to the changes. The plans have been granted permission but contractor Healthmatic says work is not expected to begin until September because the park will be busy over the summer. The toilets, next to the park cafe, currently have ladies’ and men’s toilets, with two cubicles for women and one cubicle and a urinal in the gents’. Work will see this changed to one unisex loo and one disabled access loo, with a 20p

admission fee. The council says toilets across the district will be improved under the ÂŁ3.3million contract with Healthmatic, ensuring a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene with cubicles able to handle large numbers of users, better resistance to vandalism and 24/7 access with high-tech controls allowing timers to be adjusted remotely to suit local needs. In an update on its improvement programme this year, the council said: “The council’s lease to Healthmatic Ltd will also provide comprehensive cleaning and management services for 15 years. It means that 15 public toilets in parks, play areas, green spaces and key transport hubs will remain open.â€? Keynsham councillor Brian Simmons said, however: “People are frustrated by the fact that B&NES has refused to listen to our genuine concerns about these

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Keynsham councillor Brian Simmons, left, hands a petition to Councillor David Dixon, cabinet member for neighbourhoods, calling for a rethink of plans to reduce the number of cubicles at the toilets in Keynsham Memorial Park changes. Of course modernising the toilets is widely welcomed, but there has to be adequate provision. “There can already be queues

at the toilets at busy times, so reducing capacity further to just one unisex cubicle and one disabled toilet simply makes no sense.�

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News End of an era is ‘new beginning’ A drama group’s 40-year association with Keynsham’s Fry Club has come to an end this month. Fry Club Panto, which was set up by workers at the chocolate factory in the 1970s, has moved out of the social club and conference centre ahead of its relocation at the Somerdale site. Besides using the premises for rehearsal space, the group also had a workshop and storage space at Somerdale for all the scenery and costumes used in its annual productions over the decades. Members faced uncertainty over a new home but now it seems Saltford Community Association can step in to save the day, offering the use of its hall in Wedmore Road. Panto club director Louise Smee said: “It is an end of an era but it’s also a new start, too. We will have a bit of a shake-up and it will be nice to be part of the Saltford community where we can use the facilities and share our resources with them too,

Robert Stone inside Fry Club Panto’s workshop at Somerdale, left; Louise Smee in front of the group’s storage container as it is emptied ahead of their move, right particularly the drama club there. The Saltford Community Association has saved us.� Robert Stone, a former Cadbury’s worker who has been creating pantomime sets for 30 years for the group, said the club had become used to moving

around as the site evolved, moving the workshop from the basement, to offices upstairs in the factory to the current container 10 years ago. But this will be the first time the group has faced leaving the Somerdale site entirely. Robert

said: “The club was part of the social life of the factory and the panto was one of the major events of the year. “We have always had to adapt and move around the factory as things have changed and we are all determined to keep going.�

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Louise added: “This is about grass roots drama, providing an opportunity which is affordable to all – anyone can get involved and get the chance to have drama coaching and work with a professor of music from Bath Spa, with many people giving up their time for free to work with the club.�

The group is still looking for a workshop where they can adapt the scenery they have amassed over 40 years and create new pieces for future productions. Anyone who could help the group, or is interested in getting involved in productions, can call Louise Smee on 07889 345086.

Keynsham Music Festival Week was well under way as Keynshamvoice went to print, with ukelele band Kooky Ukes kicking off proceedings at the Temple Street Bash on Monday, June 30, and a number of the street’s venues hosting live music events. For the first time this year, Roundabout Arts Trail teamed up with festival organisers to organise live music as artists displayed their work at a number of venues in and around Keynsham

and Saltford the weekend before the festival. Live music continues throughout the week at venues across Keynsham before the Gala Concert in the Park on Saturday with young classical musicians from Keynsham Music Centre and Keynsham Orchestra, and then Sunday's main event with acts across four stages. See What's On on Page 46 for listings and see www.keynsham musicfestival.co.uk for full details.

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Can you shed light on soldiers’ lives? Keynsham cadets are appealing for information on two Keynsham soldiers killed in the First World War, whose names appear on the town’s war memorial. 2386 Squadron Keynsham Air Cadets are currently carrying out a First World War Centenary Commemoration project which will be collated with other local squadrons and displayed in Bristol this month. The cadets are researching two local people who lost their lives in the Great War. Lance Corporal James Albert William Ollis from Prince Albert’s (Somerset Light Infantry) 1/4th Battalion died in Mesopotamia in 1916 and lived in Temple Street, Keynsham.

Gunner Robert Baldwin Westwood from 144th Heavy Battery Royal Garrison Artillery died in France in 1918 and lived in Rock Road, Keynsham. If anyone has any information on these soldiers, their regiments, or families the group would be grateful to hear from you on 2386@aircadets.org or on 0117 986 9581 on Tuesdays and Fridays between 7pm and 9pm. A spokesperson said: “For this project we have a very short deadline of a couple of weeks, but the cadets’ interest in this subject has made a substantial impact on these young people and they would be grateful for any assistance.”

Vets’ apprentice claims award When 17-year-old Chloe Cross joined Highcroft Veterinary Group’s Longwell Green surgery on the Apprentice Scheme in 2013 she did not expect to be up on stage less than a year later winning the Bristol Post and Bath Chronicle Outstanding Apprentice of the Year Award for business and financial services. Chloe was treated to a BAFTA-style reception and three-course meal at the Marriot Hotel in Bristol on June 18 with special guest Tom Herbert from The Fabulous Baker Brothers, along with dozens of other talented young nominees and over 200 local business people. It could be a nerve-wracking event for a young person, but Chloe enjoyed every minute and was completely shocked when she was announced as a winner and invited on to the stage to collect her award. Chloe, who is pictured receiving the award with last year’s winner, was nominated by Practice Manager Julie White who describes her as one of the best people she has ever worked with. “Chloe is wise beyond her 17 years – no matter what task we throw at her she always uses her initiative and does a first class job. She is happy and helpful, great with clients and gets on with everyone at Highcroft. As you

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Residents take Residents battling plans to strip land to the east of Keynsham of its green-belt status to allow development are urging others to join their campaign at a meeting this month. On July 10, Bath and North East Somerset councillors will decide whether to back the core strategy document that outlines where new homes will be built over the next 15 years. It follows the news that an independent planning inspector who assessed the proposed strategy, which allows for around 13,000 extra homes to be built across B&NES and removes four sites from the green belt, has said the document is “fit for purpose”. Green-belt fields to the east of Keynsham, close to Wellsway School and adjoining the A4, have been earmarked as a potential site for 250 new homes by the council. The Friends of Breaches Gate group will be calling for the land, which they say has been used for

recreation for more than 50 years by local people, to be protected. The inspector, however, said in his report: “The loss of this opportunity for informal recreation close to Keynsham is a disadvantage to be weighed in the balance, but local residents would still have easy access to the Manor Road Community Woodland, which provides an attractive mix of woods and open meadow for informal recreation.” Friends member Bob ElcomeThorpe said the group was dismayed at the inspector's findings and hoped as many residents as possible would attend the July 10 council meeting to show the strength of feeling against the proposal. He said: “By removing that green belt and putting housing right up to the edge of the community woodland the very structure and nature of the meadows, open space and trees will be devalued. With housing up against it on two sides you will see depletion of nature within that area as

can imagine, we are all very proud of her for winning this award.” Chloe says that joining the Apprentice Scheme with Highcroft, which has a branch in Keynsham, was the perfect decision for her. “I didn’t feel sixth form would benefit me and I wanted to get on the job and start learning straight away. I love everyone I work with and being part of a team is the best bit.” Chloe is over the moon to have won this award and is about to start the second level of her apprenticeship with Highcroft Veterinary Group which will help develop her career and give her recognised qualifications in business and admin.

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News green-belt battle to the council Founding members of the Friends of Breaches Gate in front of the land they hope to save from development it will drive away wildlife such as deer and remove small animals from the food chain for hawks and other birds. “When the green belt is removed it puts pressure on the countryside that is left.” Another member, Peter Holland, said he felt the council had missed the opportunity in its consultation process to discuss with residents the potential for

creating a “Keynsham Common” on the land, keeping a buffer of green space between existing homes and new ones. The group is planning to meet MP Jacob Rees-Mogg to discuss the issues and said they are still investigating the public consultation process on the core strategy. The loss of green-belt land around the town is also opposed

by councillors for the area. Keynsham East councillor Marie Longstaff (Cons) said: “Bryan Organ and I are totally opposed to the prospect of allowing new house-building on the green belt between Keynsham and Saltford. We have consistently objected to these proposals and will continue to do so when the issue is debated by councillors on July 10. “Protection of the green belt is an important point of principle for us, but beyond that we are also very concerned about the impact hundreds of new houses could have on our local infrastructure, particularly the already congested A4. “If we keep salami-slicing away the green belt then we are simply getting one step closer to merging Keynsham with Saltford, and eventually having a Bristol to Bath urban conurbation. This is something we will always fight to prevent.” Following the feedback from the inspector, council leader Paul

Crossley (Lib Dem), said: “Adopting the core strategy will have a number of benefits for Bath & North East Somerset Council and the wider community. “It gives a clear policy for residents and developers on the location and size of new developments which means we are better placed to resist harmful planning applications. It also helps encourage housing and economic growth in the right places and for the council to put in place. “Finally it helps us implement the community infrastructure levy which goes towards funding the roads, schools and other services which are impacted by new developments.” The core strategy will be discussed at a public meeting on July 10 at 5pm at the Guildhall in Bath. To get in touch with the Friends of Breaches Gate, email breachesgate@saveourgreenbelt. co.uk or call Friends member Peter Holland on 0117 986 9479.

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All hands on deck for judges’ visit The finishing touches to floral displays across Keynsham will be made this month ahead of a visit from the South West in Bloom judges on July 9. Floral planters are in place along the High Street and at Keynsham Station, with many groups at locations across the town pulling on their gardening gloves to help the Keynsham in Bloom team brighten up their surroundings. Volunteers from TSB in Keynsham rolled up their sleeves to clear allotment plots at Castle Primary School, which will be on the judges’ route as they inspect the town. Bank manager Claire May, customer services manager

Tina Purnell, personal banker Keith Gerrard and cashier Tracy Curtis joined pupils to spend an afternoon digging up weeds. Claire said the group had a great time helping and the team are keen to hear from other groups who could benefit from their help on 0117 986 1868 or at claire. may@tsb.co.uk. The Keynsham in Bloom team has organised a Floral Art Festival on the day of the judges’ visit, Wednesday, July 9, which will be open to the public at Keynsham Baptist Church in the High Street from 11am. Find out more about Keynsham in Bloom at www.e-voice. org.uk/keynshaminbloom.

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PM’s praise for charity founder A Keynsham woman who has supported hundreds of young people with autism and their familes has won praise and an award from the Prime Minister. Trisha Williams, who founded Butterflies Haven in 2009, has received a Point of Light award for her work in setting up a range of support and social groups for parents, carers, siblings as well as young people on the autistic spectrum. The Point of Light award is awarded to one person in the UK every day to celebrate the difference they are making in their community. Prime Minister David Cameron said: “Trisha has changed the lives of hundreds of children living with autism and I am delighted to be recognising her as a Point of Light.” Trisha, who runs the charity

along with a team of volunteers, said: “It has been a lovely surprise and I am very appreciative of the nomination and recognition. Most importantly, it presents an opportunity to highlight the services we provide for our families and that we are making a genuine difference.” With a number of young Butterflies-Haven volunteers now off to university, Trisha is appealing for helpers to support the Young Voice Social Group for three to 11-year-olds on Fridays from 6.30-8pm and the Step-Up Youth Group for 12 to 22-year-olds on Tuesday evenings from 7-8.30pm. Volunteers will be given support and training on the job and can contact Trisha on 0117 329 0123 or visit www.butterflies-haven.co.uk to find out more.

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News Sophie, 9, creates big buzz with headshave A Keynsham schoolgirl’s fundraising challenge has certainly created a buzz among her family and friends. Nine-year-old Sophie Lowe, who goes to Saltford Primary School, is having her long hair shaved off this summer to help two good causes. She has set herself a fundraising target of £1,000, which she was just £12 away from reaching at the time of going to press, with all proceeds going to young people’s cancer charity Clic Sargent. And her hair, which she has been growing specially for the challenge, won’t go to waste as the kind-hearted schoolgirl is donating it to the Little Princess Trust, which creates wigs from real hair for young cancer patients. With a professional hairdresser on hand, Sophie will be

having her locks shaved off at a fundraising event on August 1, cheered on by supporters, friends and family, including mum Abi, dad Nick and older brother Sam. Sophie said: “I am a bit nerv-

ous and I am going to miss my hair but it’s only hair and it will grow back.� Mum Abi said she had been overwhelmed by the support for Sophie’s challenge. She said: “Sophie has been saying for a long time she wants to do something to help children and their families with cancer. “Some girls she knows had their hair cut to donate it to The Little Princess Trust but she has decided to go a step further and shave it off – after her dad said she might as well go the whole way! “People have been so generous, including friends and family and even total strangers who wanted to help this cause.� Anyone who would like to support Sophie and sponsor her “Big Buzz� challenge can visit her webpage at www.justgiving.com/ Sophielowe-bigbuzz/.

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Historic bridge to be repaired Repairs are planned to a 17thcentury bridge in Keynsham that crosses the River Chew. The Highways department at B&NES Council has applied for permission to carry out work on Dapps Hill Bridge, Steel Mills. A report from officers says deterioration of masonry on the Grade II-listed bridge will “cause major problems if not addressed�. The work would see masonry repaired using stones retrieved from the riverbed where possible, removal of vegetation and repointing. In Phase 1, repairs would be carried out on the downstream side with a temporary enclosure allowing water to be pumped out of an area while work takes place. In the second phase, scaffolding on the upstream side would be installed. Traffic management would also be carried out where necessary during the work. The proposal has been handed to B&NES Council planners, with a decision due later this month.

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Planters create a ‘wow’ factor On behalf of Keynsham In Bloom Community Group, we would like to say how thrilled we are to see our first major project coming to fruition. On Wednesday, June 11, at 6.30am, myself and vice chair Jim Bernard eagerly awaited the delivery of our six floral planters. This project has been in the planning for a number of months and after a number of meetings with Highways inspectors, locations along the High Street were finally agreed. We would also like to say thank you to the four local businesses, Timbercraft, Davies & Way, Morecraft Drury and Dribuild who have sponsored four of the planters. And a thank

you to Councillor Charles Gerrish who has kindly donated his Ward Councillors’ Initiative Scheme funds towards one of the planters. In all we have been successful in five of our six planters being sponsored. The sponsorship has allowed us to purchase the planters and pay for them to be planted up with summer bedding. We have limited funds for our Autumn/Winter scheme, so we are hoping to gain additional sponsorship. Our group wanted to create a real wow factor for our High Street, and I am pleased to say

www.keynshamvoice.co.uk we have achieved this. The planters have really enhanced our High Street and will certainly contribute to our entry into South West in Bloom this year. We are looking forward to welcoming the judges on Wednesday, July 9. So many people have commented on how wonderful they are, although most people seem to think that they have been funded directly through the council. Hence, my reason for this letter, to let everyone know that this project is entirely led and driven by Keynsham In Bloom Community Group. We hope that everyone enjoys and appreciates our efforts, this is just the start of our groups aims to put Keynsham well and truly on the floral map. Denise James Chair – Keynsham in Bloom Community Group

What a legacy to leave town As an 85-year-old who has been a resident of Keynsham for 80 years I am saddened by and appalled at the monstrosity now

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inflicted upon us by B&NES, ie. the new so-called “Civic Centre”. Has B&NES any idea of the impact on first-time visitors who have perhaps seen the sign on the outskirts of the town, proclaiming “Keynsham, Ancient Market Town”? On approaching from the Bristol end, one passes the wellkept sports pitches, St Dunstan’s Church with its lovely gardens and the beautiful parish church of St John’s; but what from the other direction – one’s eyes are detracted from the park and the old Bath Hill School and are assaulted by the new eyesore. What was on the site previously was by no means ideal but with updating would have been infinitely preferable to this. What a legacy we are leaving future generations – if it lasts that long! Connie Courtier

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I wasn’t aware that I was eligible to use the dial-a-ride service. You don't have to be in your 70s or 80s to use it, as I thought, it is open to anyone of any age who cannot use ordinary bus services. I have used it to get to hospital appointments, go shopping at Longwell Green, to go out for Sunday lunches and on day trips. I always get a lovely reception from all the staff and drivers, who are always happy to offer extra help. It is an invaluable service that is so much more than just driving people and picking them up again, they help people who cannot carry their bags and offer advice on other services. I would like to thank everybody from Dial-a-Ride for their help and patience – I cannot recommend the service highly enough. Evelyn Weiss Keynsham

Young entitled to use woods Why do we so readily demonise young people for their misadventures? Whether it is hanging about on streets; shouting or swearing in public; drinking underage; or smoking cannabis in car parks we criticise them for many of the things we may have done once or twice when growing up.

Snapping off a live branch to feed a fire is no different. Yet in almost the same breath we say “all kids do these days is watch TV or play computer games�. While I was sorry to to learn about the misguided damage to the young trees at Manor Road Community Woodland, I was more “heartbroken� to hear the accusation of “wanton vandalism�. Young people are just as entitled to use the woodland and if they want it for building fires or making dens, I think that can only be a good thing. We should try to make that option available because it’s their woodland, too. They may have gone about their fire-making and den-building in completely the wrong or reckless fashion, but the community should be trying to reach out, welcome and educate – not alienate through sensationalism in the local paper. None of us were born with the knowledge of what wood we should use for fire building. Highlighting the damage to these poor young saps (and I mean the trees) runs the risk of adult hypocrisy and stereotyping young people. I used to go jogging in the woodland, but grew tired of the permanent minefield of dog litter left by the adult dog walkers. As for the adults who hang their dog litter in bags on bushes!? Don’t even get me started! Older people that strip the sloe and elder berries bare before wintering birds get a look in are just as environmentally reckless as the children who naively thought nothing of taking firewood from live trees. We can’t expect everyone to know that a pile of logs (well suited to fire building!) is a slow worm refuge either! People need to be educated, and that includes the adults. If we made room for a little grass and scrub as opposed

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to favouring our manicured garden beds and concrete drives, perhaps we wouldn’t need these piles of logs in the first place. Perhaps if we didn’t put young people under such immense double standards and scrutiny, they wouldn’t have to flee to the woods for some sanity and freedom. Charlie Halliday

as we can give it. If this means that we don’t have neatly manicured roadside verges, then so be it. Far from being a disgrace, I find uncut verges aesthetically more pleasing, so I applaud B&NES for not mowing them. Less is definitely more! Dave Sage Chairman Avon Wildlife Trust Keynsham Local Group

Untidy grass is a wildlife haven

A fantastic day at police HQ

I am writing to respond to Bob Eastaugh’s letter in the June Voice, complaining about untidy grass verges on the bypass and ring road. While I enjoy a well-manicured lawn, and I appreciate that mowing in some places (e.g. roundabouts) might be important for driver safety, it fills my heart with joy when I see these untidy roadside verges, because I know that they encourage a rich diversity of plants, insects and small mammals, which in turn support a wealth of other wildlife, including beautiful raptors such as kestrels, buzzards and even owls! As any Wellsway or Broadlands student would know that increasing and maintaining biodiversity at local, national and international levels is essential to the long-term health of the planet. Not only that, but it means that less taxpayers’ money is spent mowing the verges (useful given government cuts to local authorities) and less fossil fuels are burned running the mowers. Therefore, I sincerely hope that most people living in Keynsham would, like me, disagree with Bob and appreciate that our local wildlife needs as much help

What a fantastic day on June 15 at the open day at police HQ in Portishead. We had a wonderful time there with over 4,000 people in attendance. Everyone had a great day out, all the police worked hard with this open day. I met Sue Mountstevens, police and crime commissioner, and John Long, deputy chief constable. Of the eight core cities in the UK, outside of London, Bristol now has the second lowest crime rate behind Newcastle. It used to have the worst. The force receives over one million phone calls each year, including in the last year 214,000 emergency calls. After the gates opened at 10am, during the day there was a demonstration of methods of entry and public order tactics; a police dog demonstration; mounted police demonstration; live music; judging of the Great British Police Bake-off and fancy dress competition; lunch and a performance from the Police Male Voice Choir. We had a wonderful day at police HQ – thank you to all the police force who helped us all have such a fantastic day. Keynsham Crimefighter Bob Eastaugh

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Students arrive for Wellsway School’s Year 11 prom night

Retro is way to go for prom night It’s become an end-of-term tradition as eagerly awaited by onlookers as by the students of Wellsway School themselves – making a big arrival at the Year 11 prom. And this year’s cohort didn't disappoint the crowds waiting at the school gates on June 27, with a range of unusual modes of transport delivering the smartly

dressed teenagers to the event. Stretch limos were followed by a land train, a Lamborghini, a fire engine and even a group of suited students arriving on mini quad bikes. There was a strong vintage theme, too, with a classic Rolls Royce, a traditional double-decker bus and, our favourite, this retro convertible.

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Phoenix-KYT president cuts the ribbon at the youth theatre group’s launch event

Curtain up for theatre group by Ros Anstey Keynsham’s newly established youth theatre group is inviting youngsters from Keynsham and beyond to join its ranks after an official launch night last month. Phoenix KYT has risen from the ashes of Keynsham Youth Theatre (KYT), which closed its doors earlier this year. The new group’s production team is director Jo Meredith, who is also chair of Keynsham Light Opera Group (KLOGS), choreographer Tracey England, who choreographs with KLOGS and is their secretary, and musical director Lee Tesdale, also musical director with KLOGS. Rachael Abbott, chair of Phoenix, said: “All three have produced many shows for KLOGS over the past ten years. Tracey in particular was a member of the original KYT and a very talented dancer from Keyford

School of Dance. Jo is a solo artist in her own right and Lee is a true musical maestro.” President Tony Brown cut the ribbon at the group’s opening night, which marked the start of rehearsals for its first show. The group aim to put on a performance – Be My Guest – in April 2015, featuring songs from various musicals, including Les Miserables, Oliver! and Mary Poppins. Rachael said: “It's a long road to Easter 2015 and there are sure to be some bridges to cross but I have every confidence we will arrive in style.” The group meet every Tuesday at 7pm at Broadlands School in Keynsham. If anyone is interested in becoming part of Phoenix KYT, or would like to find out more, they can call Jo on 07597 807517 or email phoenixkyt@outlook.com.

Young people take on ‘picture perfect’ celebs in new project Young people in Keynsham are shining a spotlight on the tricks of the trade used by fashion magazines and celebrities to alter and “perfect” people’s images. Working with Time Out, the group have launched the “Supermodel Me” project, taking photos of people before and after make-up and then digitally enhanced with Photoshop. The aim of the project is to raise awareness that often the images we see in the media are not true likenesses and have been altered, and to help others understand the pressure these images can have on how people view themselves and their appearance. Young people at Time Out have provided all the skills for the project, from models to make-up artists, to photographer and digital artistry. A member of the group Tilly, 17, who does the make-up and hair for the images with Caitlin, said: “The Supermodel Me project is important to me because I think young girls are way too obsessed over body image and think we need to change their view. “I hope that we can show girls how much models and celebrities are Photoshopped and edited when put in magazines,

online, posters and everything else so it’s not how they actually look and not everyone is perfect. I hope that other people might see the point of view we have, take this into consideration and help us campaign and show the world what photos of celebs and models are really like.” Jacob Nash, 17, said: “This project is something I have been looking at for a while now. Being a photographer I am so aware of this growing need for everyone to think they need to be a perfect human body shape, but a huge amount of what we believe is lies as this idea of beauty is based on fashion images in magazines. What we are doing with this project is to change people’s perception by displaying the whole process from normal, then make-up and then Photoshopped. “This project will be hugely beneficial to a lot of people, aiding them to change their minds and helping them with careers. It is an amazing project to be involved with, working with some fun, exciting and talented people for a good cause.” The group hopes to be able to get a grant to enable the project to be extended and go on public show.

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Youth and education Extension to Personal tales of Great Scout HQ open War captivate pupils Scouts in Saltford are celebrating the official opening of an extension to their HQ. Members of 1st Saltford Scout Group were joined by family and friends to watch the new Toothill Room being officially unveiled by District Commissioner Janet Turner and cub parent Tan Toothill, who managed the building project. The new area will provide a multi-purpose space for the growing group. Graham Bush, Group Scout Leader at Saltford, said: “This project has taken a number of years to come to fruition, and many local people, businesses and charities have contributed in some way. We thank them all.� Mr Toothill was presented with a trophy to thank him for his work on the project. Find out more about Scouting in Saltford at http://scouts.org. uk/get-involved/groups/1stsaltford#&panel1-1.

As part of their studies of the Great War during the centenary year, children at St Keyna Primary welcomed local historian David Whittington into their classroom to hear about events at the time and the personal experiences of David’s grandfather during the conflict The children learned how Mr Whittington’s grandfather had spent some time in Ypres, enduring all the hardships that trench warfare entailed and were captivated by stories of his later exploits as a gunner in the Royal Flying Corps. Afterwards pupil Elisha said: “We found out lots of information and I was inspired to find out more.� Classmate Tommy added: “I could have listened all day.� Mr Whittington was invited to view an exhibition of model trenches that pupils had completed as their homework project and to see artwork produced by

St Keyna pupils show historian David Whittington their model trenches and poppy artwork after hearing his grandfather’s wartime experiences children throughout the school depicting poppies in various media. Following his visit, Mr Whittington said: “I was very impressed with the enthusiasm of all the children, as well as the rapt attention they so kindly

gave me. In particular, I was astonished at the range and quality of the questions, which of course shows that the teachers had given them an excellent level of knowledge of the Great War, especially the conditions on the Western Front.�

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Take a starring role this summer This year’s Summer School at Bristol School of Performing Arts (BSPA) promises to be an exciting experience for everyone concerned. The teaching staff already engaged include Amanda Salmon, who has spent over ten years in London’s West End, including two years playing Eponine in Les Miserables; Elysia LawrenceTebb, who is the resident touring choreographer for the musical Annie; Elizabeth Palmer, BSPA’s

professional musical director; Emma Weaver, professional actress and the voice of Bella in The Tweenies; and John Redgrave, professional director and lighting designer whose credits extend to the West End and major provincial theatres. Enjoy a “taster” of what goes on at BSPA by enrolling for Summer School from July 28 to August 2, with a grand end-of-week performance in our in-house Hart Theatre. See advert below

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Change your life through learning The new SGS College 2014 parttime prospectus is now available. This year we have something different with two separate brochures on offer; professional and leisure. Those interested in learning something new or improving their skill set can collect the latest booklets at any of the college’s campuses, download them from the college website or call 0800 0567 253. SGS College offers a wide variety of part-time courses to cater for a range of different needs. These courses run at various dates throughout the year and are tailored to fit around busy lives. Vice principal Sara-Jane Watkins said: “Every year, we welcome thousands of parttime learners looking for a new challenge. Whatever your reason for coming to college – to take up a new leisure activity, boost your career with professional

qualifications, improve your health and wellbeing or to try something completely different – we have the right course for you. We have plenty of open days and evenings, as well as general advice and guidance sessions throughout the year.” One student who has changed her life with part-time education is Zoe Warner, who recently won the South West final of the VQ Learner of the Year Awards 2014. The mother of six started a VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Complementary Therapies back in September 2010, completing in July 2011. She was honoured at the awards after starting her own company which uses complementary therapies to help people who have suffered trauma or injury in the armed forces. She then started another organisation with affordable beauty treatments for all. See advert on Page 43

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Youth and education Enjoying fruits of our labour at community veg plot The Community Veg Plot in the Park is open to all, designed to educate and inspire residents to learn more about growing their own, none more so than the younger generations. Monica Vidana pays a visit to the plot with her children. Last Saturday was another fine summer day and as we made our way to the plot in Keynsham Memorial Park the children chatted about how many strawberries they were going to pick and whether the beetroot they planted in the spring would be ready to take home. The children went first through the overgrown herbs and shrubs, shaking spider webs and small insects from their arms and faces and gasping with delight when spotting the odd ladybird. Once we were in we surveyed the plot to see what we could do to help keep it tidy, to

discover what other fellow plotters had been planting and to see if we could take something home to add to dinner. The children quickly checked

that the carrots, beetroot and kale they planted a few weeks ago were still there, growing strong and free of pests, and eagerly asked if they were ready to pick. After a while spent weeding and picking some beans it was time to get that compulsory ice cream from the cafe and go home. What a perfect way to spend our morning!

This is what we do at the Community Veg Plot – we work on it, enjoy it, learn from it, and of course the most rewarding thing about it all is that we take delicious organic produce from it. It is there for everyone to sow and for everyone to harvest. You don't even need to be a seasoned gardener to join in and work on it, there will always be someone there to guide you on Dig In Days. There are regular Dig In Days in the morning of the first Saturday of the month, simply come along and join us! If your enthusiasm about this community jewel goes beyond Dig In days why not talk to us – an exciting opportunity to become the Community Veg Plot co-ordinator has come up. All you need is some gardening experience and the drive to commit regularly to working on it and managing the plot’s rotas. Contact Mary Lambert at keynshamt@yahoo.co.uk.

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Campaign on summer jobs With school finished for another year, many young people will be hoping to earn some extra cash this summer with a part-time job. A Keynsham employer is backing a campaign by Bath and North East Somerset Council to raise awareness of the need for work permits for 13-16-year-olds. McColls employs around 11 teenagers for paper rounds and manager Ben Sims said: “For the young people it gives them a really solid understanding of working life, how a business is run and a great foot in the door for the future. From us they get references as well as some wages. “Having the working permits is really important to us. The youngest ones working for us are only 13 and that is still quite a tender age to be working. Some of them do their rounds six days a week so everyone wants to know that we’re taking care of them while they’re doing it.” Find out more online at www. bathnes.gov.uk/holidayjobs.

Recruitment Open Days For Casual Bank and Permanent Nursing Staff Sirona Care & Health is a community interest company that provides publicly funded community health and adult social care services. The Sirona Care & Health Bank is seeking to develop the current service to create a strong and flexible team of casual workers for our wards and community nursing services. We are looking to resource both

Qualified Nurses and Health Care Assistants

with relevant experience. We offer a competitive terms and conditions package along with the opportunity to work across services with Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire. For more information please join us at one of our recruitment days, to be held at the following locations. Alternatively, you can visit www. jobs.nhs.uk or www.sirona-cic.org.uk. Thursday 3rd July – 4pm to 7pm Winter Garden Room, St Martin’s Hospital, Bath Monday 7th July – 1.30pm to 4.30pm Turner Room, Paulton Memorial Hospital Wednesday 9th July – 1.30pm to 3.30pm Education Room, Outpatients, Thornbury Hospital Friday 11th July – 10am to 12.30pm, Downend Clinic Friday 11th July – 2pm to 4.30pm, 2nd Floor Keynsham Health Clinic Closing date for applications: Sunday 20th July 2014 Registered address: St Martin’s Hospital, Clara Cross Lane, Bath, BA2 5RP

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Romance alive and well on the A4175! While it might lack the obvious romance of Paris or Venice, a number of “love locks� on a bridge over the Avon in Keynsham show home really is where the heart is for some. Padlocks bearing couples’ names or initials have been attached to railings near the Lock Keeper pub on the busy Keynsham Road. The practice, which has become popu-

lar in many European cities, sees the pair then throw the key into the water below in a symbolic gesture. Debate rages in Paris over whether the craze should be banned after a section of the Pont des Artes bridge buckled under the weight of thousands of padlocks last month. And closer to home in Bristol, city mayor George

Ferguson said it could become a “menace� after padlocks appeared on Pero’s Bridge at the Harbourside earlier this year. But in the meantime, Keynsham’s bridge is sturdy enough for the padlocks left by the small number who have chosen this stretch of the A4175 to show their affection.

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News The sun shines on summer fetes St John’s Church St John’s Church Fete on June 21 welcomed some high flyers in the form of cuddly toys whose owners wanted to take the chance to see them “abseil” from the church tower. Visitors also enjoyed music from Keynsham Brass Band, stalls, competitions and the chance to climb the tower themselves. The event was opened by MP Jacob Rees-Mogg.

Noel Edmonds and Jeremy Furber opening the fete, right; below, Ollie Wilkey with his DeLorean

Queen Charlton Queen Charlton’s fete raised around £4,700 for the village hall and St Margaret’s Church. Visitors were treated to a fly past by two World War II Spitfires. Opening the fete was TV’s Noel Edmonds, after which Keynsham Brass Band and Bristol Morris Men kept everyone entertained. Another star of the show was Ollie Wilkey's fully working replica of the DeLorean time machine as featured in Back to the Future. RA

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News Walkers mark launch with celebratory stroll Members of the public stepped out to celebrate Keynsham’s new status as a Walkers are Welcome town, enjoying a stroll along the River Avon to Saltford. The launch took place at the cafe in the Memorial Park, with members of the steering group cutting a ribbon to mark the start of the six-mile walk. The route took walkers along the Avon and Bristol to Bath cycle path to the Bird in Hand, then to Manor Road Community Woodland and back to the park. A spokesman said: “Our happy little band of intrepid walkers really enjoyed themselves – despite the heat, which took its toll on numbers participating.” The group already has two more walks planned as part of the initiative, which aims to promote walking opportunities in and around towns across the UK. The next walk is on Sunday, July 27, and will be a themed

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Branch revamp Residents are being asked for their views on changes that will see separate Post Office counters scrapped at Chandag Road Post Office. Instead, most of the services currently offered by the branch would be provided at a till at the shop counter as part of a programme of modernisation The branch would be open for longer and refurbishment would take place in August or September. Comments are accepted until July 10 at postofficeviews.co.uk, comments@postoffice.co.uk, on 08457 22 33 44 or textphone 08457 22 33 55 or by Freepost Your Comments, quoting branch number 36251199.

Winter Festival Cutting the ribbon at the inaugural Walkers are Welcome walk walk in conjunction with the Keynsham in Bloom Committee, following a route around Keynsham to look at the gardens that were entered in the Kenysham in Bloom contest. An eight-mile round trip will

follow on Sunday, August 10, taking in Compton Dando and Burnett. For more information on the scheme visit www.walkersare welcome.org.uk or email david geojohnson@yahoo.co.uk.

Keynsham’s annual festive celebration will be given a new name this year, it has been agreed. The committee that oversees the event has decided that Keynsham Victorian Evening will become Keynsham Winter Festival. The event will be held on November 28.

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Village Voice The science behind having fun by Ros Anstey After the success of previous science clubs, the 5 Villages Youth Group held another science club afternoon at their latest Tuck Shop event at Compton Dando Parish Hall. It was run this time by Claire Weinburg and the youngsters enjoyed having a go at seeing

what different density liquids did when poured into a jar – they all separated out. They also wrote secret messages using lemon juice and when the papers were dry they ironed them and the messages appeared! One of the organisers, Alison ter Haar, said; “The finale was making instant ice cream –

cream and sugar in a bag and then putting that bag in another containing ice and salt before shaking vigorously until ice cream appeared. “A good time was had by all,” she said. The next youth club session will be a Beetle Drive, which will be held on Friday, September 5, starting at 6pm in Compton Dando Village Hall. Everyone is welcome and the entrance fee is just 50p. The 5 Villages Youth Group is open to all children from Compton Dando, Chewton Keynsham, Queen Charlton, Woollard and Burnett and the tuck shop operates on the first Friday of every month at Compton Dando Village Hall.

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Church marks WWI centenary

The Avon Valley Railway is more than just a train ride, offering a whole new experience for some or a nostalgic memory for others. Avon Valley RailwayBitton Railway Station Bath Road, Bitton, Bristol, BS30 6HD Tel : 0117 932 5538 www.avonvalley railway.org

All Saints Church in Corston will host a World War I Commemoration Weekend on Saturday, August 2, and Sunday, August 3. The Men Who March Away, an hour of World War I poetry and prose, will be held on the Saturday from 3-4pm with tea and biscuits after. Preacher Dr Peter Davies will lead a special church service at 11.15am the following day entitled For The Healing of the Nations to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the outbreak of World War I. Later that day, from 3-4pm, former MP and Government Minister Robert Jackson reads from fascinating private letters

written by British and European leaders during the days leading up to the outbreak of war. There will also be music from baritone Guy Hayward (from Trinity College Cambridge and formerly head chorister at Bath Abbey), including songs of the period by Butterworth, Gurney, Mahler and others. Tea will follow. All Saints Church will be open throughout the weekend and will be specially decorated for the occasion with a World War I exhibition of local and national interest. Admission is free and donations will be shared between Corston Church and the Royal British Legion.

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Village Voice Long-serving Mervyn is honoured as he turns 80 by Ros Anstey Birthday celebrations for a special member of St Mary’s Church in Compton Dando recently followed the Sunday evensong. Celebrating his 80th was Mervyn Cox, who has been working for the church in almost every capacity other than rector since 1969. He has been organist and Captain of Bells, grass cutter until he cut off the tops of two fingers, brass polisher and general factotum Church warden David Brunskill said: “We wanted to reward this quite remarkable man with a birthday cake and a glass of wine after the service to thank him for all his work, all unpaid, over the years.� Mervyn said: “I do appreciate it and what wonderful people to think of me this way. It has been a lovely day.� Mr Brunskill said: “Mervyn has so many friends in Compton

Mervyn Cox cuts his cake with Lorna and Clive Howarth, David Brunskill, Revd Sue Stevens, Fiona Gregg-Smith and Dick Alvis Dando. He has done some awesome work and started ringing our bells in 1965, then became our organist in 1969. He started cutting the grass and polishing the brass in 1965 and in between doing all this he has found time to bake lots of cakes, apple pies

and scones for all the fetes and coffee mornings.� Mervyn has also faithfully wound and maintained Pensford Church clock since 1966. This involves a steep, narrow climb up the dark staircase in the tower – and the clock has never failed!

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Village fete in its 38th year Organisers of a village fete that attracts thousands of visitors each year are looking for businesses to sponsor the event or donate raffle prizes. The Whitchurch Village Fete is in its 38th year and events will be held over the August Bank Holiday weekend, August 23-25, with a barn dance on the Saturday evening, a car boot sale on the Sunday morning and the fete on the Monday from noon. The fete, which attracts more than 3,000 people, will include a dog show, a marquee of flowers, crafts and produce, stalls and arena displays. This year, it will also welcome the Roman Bath Beau Street Hoard Roadshow where visitors can find out about the discovery of more than 17,000 coins and make a replica. Potential sponsors and anyone who wishes to have a stall can call Mike Squire on 01275 836742 or Ashton Broad on 01275 832148 or email whitchurchvillagefete@hotmail.co.uk.

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Curo team leader Carol Davidson; Curo extra care sheltered housing officer Dilwen Miller, Ali Vowles, Dennis May and Sirona extra care manager Vicki Tranter

with The Upton Cheyney Chilli Company They shared a year in the life of their farm with Keynshamvoice readers, now we catch up with the Upton Cheyney Chilli Company a year on. With the lovely weather that was experienced throughout June, the chillies growing on the farm in Upton Cheyney are looking amazing! Our revamped show tunnel is blooming and it won’t be long until we start initial harvests! In the past year we have introduced a number of new products including a super-hot sauce known as The End, a chilli fudge that proved incredibly popular at the Bath Christmas Market and are about to launch a collaboration of chilli sauces, beers and ciders with Bath Ales! The chilli festival this year

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is hotting up to be our biggest and best yet and is being held over two days – August 30/31. Very much aimed towards family fun, you are welcome to camp on the farm and make the most of our discounted weekender tickets that are available online. Highlights of this year’s festival include the chilli eating competition, the UK finals of the UK Chilli Cook-Off Association’s competition, a VW show and shine zone and a range of local ciders! For anyone wanting to book a Farm Tour and Tasting experience, these vouchers are available from our website and run from September to the end of October. The farm shop and chilli farm are open to visit Fridays to Sundays where all of our chilli products are available. Hope to see you on the farm!

A sensory garden for all seasons A group of green-fingered residents have used lottery cash to create a communal garden to appeal to all. A courtyard at Hawthorn Court in Keynsham, an extra care centre, has been transformed into a sensory garden with a water feature and raised beds containing scented plants such as rosemary, lavender and roses. BBC Points West presenter Ali Vowles visited the site in June to officially open the garden, which was designed to enable everyone

to enjoy it, including blind or partially sighted residents and those in wheelchairs. Dennis May, chairman of the Hawthorn Court residents’ association, said: “Planting has also been carefully designed to attract birds, butterflies and other wildlife and to look and smell sensational all year round.â€? A Big Lottery grant of ÂŁ10,000 helped fund the garden at Hawthorn Court, which is run by Curo and Sirona Care and Health.

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Poppies pop up in guides’ tribute As the thousands who gave their lives in the D-Day landings 70 years ago were remembered, Keynsham Guides and Brownies made their own tribute last month. Hundreds of poppies knitted by the group’s Ammonite Trefoil Guild were displayed on the exterior of their HQ at Ashton Way. The colourful display was created during the evening of June 5 so it would be seen by residents on the anniversary of the World War II operation on June 6. One member of the group who took part in the “yarnbombing” event said the poppies made “a surprising feast of colour in a quiet corner of Keynsham”. The Ammonite group’s hardworking knitters have recently produced teddies for each member of the Keynsham Brownie units to mark the Big Brownie Birthday and have made dozens of vests for newborn babies in Africa, known as “fish and chip”

babies because they are sent home wrapped in newspaper. The group is always happy to receive any leftover wool, which they say will always be put to good use. Keynsham District Girlguiding is also looking for new leaders – to get in touch email enquiries@girlguiding keynsham.org.uk.

Right, fixing the poppies onto Guide HQ at Ashton Way; above, members of one of the Brownie units with the finished display

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with Saltford resident Duncan Hounsell It is said that, when the late Baroness Thatcher was Prime Minister and travelling back to Downing Street from Heathrow, she was so appalled by the litter greeting any visitor that she demanded something should be done. Hence was born the 1990 Environmental Protection Act which deals with litter and still applies today. Zones are described such as shopping centres, parks, schools and so on and there are different grades of cleanliness describing the amount of litter. The rules are clear. Shopping centres such as Keynsham High Street have to be cleared within hours and a school within three days if it is “heavily littered”. The law makes it easy for someone to complain to a magistrate about litter and action must be taken or the penalty is severe. Why is “litter” considered so

important that it needs an Act of Parliament? Litter is ugly – it disfigures our environment and gives people a bad impression of an area. It is unhealthy causing smells and attracting vermin. It is dangerous to humans, especially children playing, and to wildlife. Whose job is it to pick litter up? It is too easy to say the local council or the caretaker in a school. We should all pick

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up litter even if it is not ours. A song from an old children’s TV programme is worth repeating: “Pick a bit up, put a bit in, put a bit of litter in a litter bin!” Imagine if we all picked up one piece of litter a day, Keynsham and Saltford would soon become litter-free zones! The psychology is well known. Once an area is free from litter, people are much less inclined to drop litter there. If litter is left, some people will add to it without a second thought. A thank you to the kayak and canoe clubs who collected litter from the Saltford Shallows riverbanks on the Easter weekend as a way of raising funds for the charity Youth Adventure Trust. Well done all the volunteer Wombles of Keynsham who can be contacted at womble@transitionkeynsham. org. We must do our bit, too.

Two Keynsham eateries have earned top scores in the latest round of hygiene inspections by B&NES Council. Tandoori Gardens Restaurant in the High Street and The Ship Inn in Temple Street have both been awarded a maximum rating of five for good practices and compliance with safety regulations. Tandoori Gardens raised its rating from three to five over a period of six months and owner Ami Rahman said: “Having done all of this work and finally achieving a rating of five has made us very proud. It has also been great for business. We’ve been absolutely inundated with customers wanting to come in and have had to ask people to come back later on as we were full up.” Ami Rahman, Imogen Coles and Cllr David Dixon

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washing with a mop. For any food spills or dirt deposits a suitable specialist cleaner can be supplied. If you wish to restore your hardwood floor, it is possible to get dust free sanding followed by refinishing in your choice of colour, oil or lacquer. This process can be carried out a number of times should it be required. The great versatility of vinyl makes it a great flooring option for both residential and commercial premises and is suitable for any budget. There are endless styles and effects that can be achieved with this hardwearing and maintainable type of floor such as marble, stone, and wood, as well as a variety of geometrical patterns if you would like something a little different. When it comes to carpet there is a large selection to choose from: very traditional styles in luxurious velvets and twists, ideal for bedrooms and sitting rooms through to natural hardwearing carpets for entrances and hallways and bold, colourful and patterned designs for statement staircases. Carpets are an ideal way to bring warmth to any room as they are warmer than most other flooring types with the added advantage of keeping sound levels down.

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Illumination Electrical Illumination is a small company that consists of myself – James – my brother Darren and, when necessary, our good friend Jo. We are all fully qualified electricians and we all have a very strong customer satisfaction focus. We know how important it is to have trust with people working in your home and you will find us very open, polite and helpful throughout. We always tidy up after ourselves and treat you and your home with utmost respect. We offer very competitive prices with particular emphasis on keeping local call rates as low as possible. See advert on Page 35

Mulberry Garden Services Having worked for a number of years in grounds and garden maintenance, proprietor Anthony Wilshire decided to make the move back to his home town of Bristol (where he had lived in Keynsham for over 20 years) and use his experience establishing Mulberry Garden Services, and

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working alongside his family, who run Top Tree Services. Top Tree Services had received many inquiries for garden maintenance and saw the opportunity to expand the family business, deciding dad was the best person to do this. Having built an excellent reputation themselves they realised the work ethic and ethos Anthony had would continue to build on the reputation and success they had nurtured. Anthony offers free advice with no obligation on garden services, from mowing lawns to clearing overgrown gardens and replanting. No job is too small and he delivers a high standard of work. Anthony recognises that a reliable, friendly and affordable service will always lead to

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Top Tree Services Proprietor Aaron Wilshire is an NPTC City and Guilds Qualified Tree Surgeon. He has over 15 years’ climbing experience and Top Tree Services holds public liability insurance of £5million for peace of mind. We are specialists in tree and hedge work and undertake both domestic work and commercial projects in and around the Bristol area. Many of our regular domestic customers choose to use our services time after time. Our excellent local reputation has been fundamental in fuelling the success of our family-run business. In short, we turn up

when we say we will, we put our quotes in writing, our quotes are exactly what we charge (and not just estimates), we complete work to British Standards (BS3998:2010), we tidy up impeccably and we never leave a work site until our customers are 100 per cent satisfied. Our services include pruning operations, tree removal (felling/ dismantling), hedge trimming, emergency call-outs, planning applications, surveys, stump grinding, woodchipper hire, tree planting and we also sell seasonal and split firewood. For more information, advice or for a free quotation call Aaron on 07977 038184 or visit our website for more information at www.toptreeservices.co.uk. See advert on Page 30

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In the Garden According to my diary June was a very summer month. It was warm enough to take meals outside, and sometimes in the evenings I would get the smell of a barbecue roasting, and once a smell of wood smoke wafted over, from a chimenea, I think. That set me reflecting on how gardens can affect our lives. If you are a working person the garden can be a place of peace and reflection, as long as the work gets done. If one is retired there is day-long pleasure, particularly in the fine weather; a snooze after lunch, and a drink in the evening as the daylight fades. It can be a pleasure after a day’s work in the garden to sit and just look and admire the fruits of the work. Due to the previous rains and then the hot weather the plants seemed to get into their stride. The tall scabious that we have made a fine display, gently waving in the breeze, the roses have been prolific with their blooms, our hypericum “Hidcote” has been a mass of

yellow flowers, and there is an enormous display of elderflower. In the past we have made elderflower “champagne” with the flowers heavy with pollen, ending if we were lucky with a lovely cordial drink. During the fine spell I made an inspection of fences and sheds and can see an opportunity to apply some spirit-based treatment while the timbers are dry. Also some of the paths need a brushing with a weak solution of bleach to clear any slippery green mould What is to do in July? All those perennials need to be tidied by removing the old leaves, and pinch out the tops to encourage new growth. Definitely mow the lawn and cut the edges. Keep deadheading the roses and

give a little feed of potash. Summer prune wisteria to remove the wispy shoots, back to five or six buds. Keep watering and mulching around the beds and borders to keep them moist. If you have dahlias, regular

removing of dead heads is important. Hardy geraniums do need some crowd control and I use the shears to chop them back to flower again. After all this work do enjoy your leisure time!

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On the Plot This season has been a mixture of success and failure. Gardening is never predictable but for some reason I have had more problems with pests, diseases and poor germination than normal. My plot is certainly not up to my expectations and if it wasn’t for the kindness of neighbours with offerings and a few purchases of plants it would be a little bare. Perhaps the mild winter has caused the pest problem as there seems to be more losses to slugs and snails than normal. As for poor germination I can’t offer an explanation. I thought repeating the method and

timing of previous years would work but in some case, for example carrots, this has not been the case. On a positive note the plants that are growing look fairly healthy but it is important to maintain the watering during a dry spell. Don’t sprinkle the water on the surface but make sure you give the soil a good soaking, particularly around the runner beans, courgettes, squash, celery and pumpkins. The little and often rule does not apply to watering plants

grown in the soil but does apply to plants in pots. Remove weeds as much as possible as this ensures your plants get the maximum benefit from the water supplied. By now, cropping of asparagus has stopped and the plants left to grow as this ensures there is energy in the crowns for next year’s crop. Look out for the rather attractive asparagus beetle and remove them by hand or use an insecticide if they are abundant. If left unchecked they will mate and lay their eggs

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product designs must be of primary importance. The wonderful thing about Land Rugs is that not only are they right on, guilt-free goods, they transcend any notion of hippiness by being luxurious and extremely stylish, drawing upon a very interesting and particular palette. Created from the oeuvre of prolific Modernist artist Pip Benveniste, some rugs depict her abstracted landscape paintings, while others illustrate a more graphic aesthetic. Benveniste’s vast and dedicated contribution to art across several mediums has been under-represented by patriarchal art historians, but is now being served a level of justice both by archivists and through Land Rugs. This rich artistic heritage mixed with the exquisite craftsmanship of the Nepalese weavers imbues these unique rugs with a kind of truth and authenticity entirely absent from

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as works of art, as placed more conventionally underfoot. For more information please visit www.landrugs.com and www.goodweave.org.uk

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Go anywhere. Do everything. Introducing Halo. The Made for iPhone Hearing Aid. Control your hearing experiences with Halo l ™, th the breakthrough Made for iPhone® Hearing Aid and our personalised TruLink™ Hearing Control app. Halo hearing aids are engineered to work with your iPhone, iPad® and iPod touch.® That means FaceTime ® and phone calls, music, videos and more stream directly into your hearing aids with pristine sound quality – no background buzzing and whistling. Halo is designed to: • Stream calls from your iPhone directly to your hearing aids using Bluetooth® 4.0 wireless technology • Deliver pristine sound and exceptional listening clarity • Help you hear comfortably in noise • Eliminate buzzing and whistling • Stream FaceTime, music and more directly to your hearing aids

Halo and TruLink are compatible with iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5, iPhone 4s, iPad Air, iPad (4th generation), iPad mini with Retina display, iPad mini, and iPod touch (5th generation). “Made for iPod,” “Made for iPhone,” and Made for iPad” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod, iPhone, or iPad may affect wireless performance. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPad, iPod touch FaceTime and Siri are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. 14.0361

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Society enjoys season of visits Keynsham & Saltford Local History Society is midway through its season of walks and trips. Members enjoyed a tour of the Thomas Ware and Sons Tannery in Bristol in April, where they saw the traditional practices still used by the company and learned how it had moved from making shoe leathers to cricket balls, horse saddles and luxury floor tiles to meet modern demands. The next trip was to Witley Court and Gardens in Worcestershire to see English Heritage’s restoration work, as well as a stop at Ledbury and its museums. Last month, the group explored the remains of the Somerset Coal Canal and tramway near Midford, visited Tucking Mill and enjoyed a walk along the former Somerset and Dorset Railway. The next visit is to Tredegar House on August 6, costing £30 with admissions for nonmembers. Call Richard Dyson on 0117 9864453 or email richard. dyson@tiscali.co.uk to book.

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Pen to Paper with Keynsham Creative Writers We are regularly featuring a piece of writing from Keynsham’s own Creative Writers. The group meets at Keynsham Library on the second and fourth Monday of the month and new members are always welcome.

Limericks with Literary Allusions A poet who lived in Penarth Exclaimed ‘Are you having a laugh?’ ‘If I write flash fiction It causes such friction I have to go home for a bath.’ When writing at home one can mope When nothing will come, give up hope. Ring a friend for a moan Say ‘my brain's turned to stone.’ Join a group, or try writing a soap. A writing group really should be A place where we’re happy and free To read what we’ve written

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A decastich is a poem with 10 lines. Starting with a single word, each succeeding line adds one extra word, until the 10th line contains 10 words. Cat small tabby, green eyes, wary. Female from her looks, shaven patch on her side. She watches me clean the windows; sits on the path, just near enough for company, but not close enough for friendship. Last night, two yowling felines fought in my garden. Don’t look so demure, Cat. You were one of them!

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1. Nails Beautiful Shellac Nails are a revolutionary product changing the way women get their nails done. Shellac Nails last up to 14 days without losing shine or shimmer. They are hard and do not scratch or smudge and can be applied to hands and feet. A range of colours available. Prices start from £20  Bodylove Beauty, Keynsham www.bodylovebeauty.co.uk Tel: 0117 986 0939

2. Sun/Pigmentation Marks Sun spots, liver spots, freckles and other unwanted pigmentation are often associated with skin ageing and over-exposure to the sun or sun-beds. Successfully lightened or removed with laser treatment. Free consultation prices start from £49.  Wellfield Laser and Beauty, Wellfield House, Parkhouse Lane, Keynsham. Tel: 0117 986 8085 3. Thread Vein Removal Thread and broken veins are effectively treated with the laser, with minimal downtime or risk, in just a few quick and easy treatments. We can also treat birthmarks such as port wine stains, vascular scarring, red veins, rosacea. Free consultation, prices start from £49.  Wellfield Laser and Beauty, Wellfield House, Parkhouse Lane, Keynsham. Tel: 0117 986 8085

4. Laser Hair Removal Want to be hair free? Say goodbye to messy waxing and daily shaving. Both laser hair removal and IPL hair removal offer a long-term solution to unwanted or excess hair for both men and women and is suitable for most areas of the face and body. Free consultation, prices start from as little as £25.  Wellfield Laser and Beauty, Wellfield House, Parkhouse Lane, Keynsham. Tel: 0117 986 8085

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Looking your best If you are anything like me I tend to neglect my feet when they are in shoes, then feel a tad embarrassed when they have to come out for all to see. But don’t panic – here are a few steps to help you achieve fabulous feet. 1. Remove hard skin with a foot

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5. Waxing Waxing can be done all over the body, including eyebrow waxing. Our therapists have been trained to a high standard, including advanced waxing. Our wax is a creamy tea-tree warm wax which provides a hygienic, fast and effective treatment. Prices start from £8 for eyebrows.  Beauty at Serendipity, 40A Temple Street, Keynsham. Tel: 0117 986 9672. 6. Manicure/Pedicure Will leave your tired hands and feet rejuvenated. Both include nail shape, intensive cuticle work, scrubs, hard skin (pedicure), sumptuous massage and perfectly polished finish. Our Shellac can also be added to any treatment. Prices start from £25  Beauty at Serendipity, 40A Temple Street, Keynsham. Tel: 0117 986 9672.

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file, which is best done dry. 2. Use toenail clippers and a nail file to trim and file your toenails straight across. Never shape them into a curve – it can distort nail growth and lead to painful in-growing toenails. 3. Apply cuticle remover to

cuticles, leave to soak then gently push back with an orange stick or cotton bud. 4. Rub some oil into your nails and cuticles, my favourite is almond oil. 5. Apply your favourite body moisturiser and massage in.

If you find it difficult to reach your feet then why not come in and relax and let one of our therapists give you the ultimate pedicure. You are now ready to put your best foot forward! Hannah x

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In Good Health with Anna Casey, pharmacist at Chandag Road Pharmacy

Asthma What is asthma? Asthma is a condition that affects the airways, making them sensitive and inflamed. When you come into contact with something you are allergic to, or something that irritates the lining of your airways they will become narrower, making it harder to breathe. The muscles around the walls for your airways tighten and the lining of the airways becomes inflamed and starts to swell and sticky mucus or phlegm is often produced. This leads to asthma symptoms which can vary from person to person. The usual symptoms include coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and tightness in the chest. What triggers asthma? An asthma trigger is anything

that irritates your airways. Common triggers include viral infections, allergies such as pollen or animals, irritants including cold air or tobacco smoke, exercise and pollution. It is beneficial to keep a record of the times and situations when your asthma is worse to help identify what your asthma triggers are. Some people find that exercise triggers their asthma symptoms; however, exercise is good for everyone. If you take your preventer treatment regularly and keep your reliever inhaler to hand there is no reason why you cannot take part in exercise as much as anyone else. What are the asthma treatments available? There are two main types of asthma treatment, which are relievers and preventers. Relievers are medicines taken

to relieve asthma symptoms. They quickly relax the muscles surrounding the narrowed airways making it easier to breathe again. If you need to use the reliever inhaler three or more times a week you may need an additional preventer medicine to keep asthma symptoms under control. Preventers help to control swelling and inflammation in the airways. They also stop the airways from being so sensitive to asthma triggers. The protective effect of preventer medicines builds up over several weeks, so it is important to take them every day even if you are feeling well. Using a preventer inhaler brings an increased risk of a mouth infection called thrush, hoarseness of the voice and sore throat. You can avoid this by using your inhaler

before brushing your teeth and by rinsing out your mouth afterwards. Using a spacer device will also reduce the risk of these side effects occurring. What to do during an asthma attack Take your reliever inhaler immediately, sit down and loosen any tight clothing. If there is no immediate improvement continue to take one puff of your inhaler every minute for five minutes or until symptoms improve. Call 999 or a doctor urgently and continue to take one puff of your reliever every minute if there is no improvement. It is important to make an appointment with your doctor or asthma nurse for an asthma review after you have an attack to ensure you are taking the right medication to keep asthma under control.

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‘Wizard’ retires from charity

with Nigel Somers, senior pastor at Keynsham Elim Church Summer is here, the school year is nearly over, and it’s nearly time for 20 of us (mainly young people) to make our way to Oradea in Romania, to run a summer camp. We aim to provide a week of fun for 75 Romanian children from the poorer families who otherwise would not have a holiday. Our volunteers have been raising the monies to pay for the camp, and have been incredibly inventive in fundraising – anything from washing cars to baking cakes or taking part in a sponsored triathlon! Christian camps are quite a tradition in Romania, and many churches over there work with charitable organisations in this country and elsewhere to give some of the poorest children

‘I met families there who had so very little that they even treasured the shoe boxes that contained the food and gifts we gave them’ the chance of a good holiday and good food. This will be the tenth camp we have run. We started back in 2005 when our youth leader at the time decided our young people needed a challenge and he led 12 of them on the adventure of a lifetime. We’ve been back every year since then. I went along on that first

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trip – I met families there who had so very little that they even treasured the shoe boxes that contained the food and gifts we gave them. My enduring memory is that of meeting a shy eight-yearold girl called Lydia who had a schizophrenic dad and was totally withdrawn. She wore a floppy hat pulled down over her face so that she could hide away. We spent a week with her telling her and hopefully showing her a little bit of the love of Jesus. By the end of the week she had removed her hat and asked if she could sing to us all. As you can imagine, it was incredibly emotional. It’s not a holiday for us – it’s so much more than that. It’s a real privilege to be able to go. I hope you have a fulfilling summer break too.

The founder of a charity set up to help children suffering a wide range of ailments by using complementary therapy has retired. Therapy director Basil “Bas” Jones has stepped down from his role at Clover House Children’s Complementary Therapy Centre, in Saltford, 18 years after setting up the facility. He said: “I will miss the fun and enormous satisfaction of working with children, but my co-founder Jill Gill and her team are well-placed to carry on the traditions that have made Clover House unique.” The team’s approach is to use nutrition, massage and psycotherapy to tackle a range of issues, including dyslexia, ADHD and eczema. Jill said: “Some children really think Bas is a wizard and love his stories and magic tricks. He will be a hard act to follow but our new therapist, Stuart Hannis, is enthusiastic and very well qualified to follow in his footsteps.” Visit www.cloverhouse.org.

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Fruity tray bake with Kelly Taylor of K&M Cakes, www.kandmcakes.co.uk. Tel: 07793 531414 Method Melt together the butter, milk chocolate and syrup, then mix in all the dried fruit. Pour into a loaf tin if you would like it in slices or into a 7-inch round tin and score into triangles. Once cool, cover and put into the fridge to set Take out and melt white chocolate to drizzle over, then cool and set in the fridge... Enjoy!

Ingredients 100g unsalted butter 200g Milk chocolate 3 tablespoons golden syrup 225g fruity shortcake biscuits 100g raisins 125g dried cranberries 50g white chocolate

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News Takeaway gets a healthy twist Residents will soon be able to take away a healthier option when they visit a Keynsham chip shop. Keynsham Fish Bar will be offering customers the chance to swap chips for new potatoes and vegetables with their freshly cooked cod one day a week. The fish bar has recently won an Eat Out Eat Well bronze award from healthcare provider Sirona and B&NES Council, in an initiative that aims to encourage food providers to offer healthier options. Owner Mike Manaei said the team was proud to receive the award as they felt it was food providers’ responsibility to promote healthy choices. He said: “We would like to start introducing healthier food from Tuesday, July 15, on a weekly basis offering extra items such as baby potatoes, green beans and salad with freshly

cooked cod. Hopefully our customers will come and support us and if proved to be successful could be increased to other days. “The aim is to let our customers know that even in our fish and chip environment we can still provide good quality healthy food. With help and advice from Sirona we look forward to providing a healthier product.� Louise Lees, health improvement specialist at Sirona, said: “Fish is an important part of our diet and we should be aiming to have at least two portions per week, one of which should be oily fish such as salmon or mackerel. White fish particularly provides a low fat alternative to meat.� Eat Out Eat Well award winners can display the logo – an apple and heart – at their premises. Find out more about the Eat Out Eat Well intiative at www. bathnes.gov.uk/eatouteatwell.

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Happy 1st Birthday! Chandag Road Pharmacy! We would like to thank-you for your support in the last year! It has been a very successful year for us and we really appreciate all the support we have been given! We will be at the music festival on Sunday the 6th of July so pop over to get your free blood pressure check or any health advice! Website: www.chandagroadpharmacy.co.uk email: info@chandagroadpharmacy.co.uk 47 Chandag road, keynsham, Bristol, bs31 1pw Tel/ Fax : 0117 9864121

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ď Ž Saltford Primary School summer fair, from 2-5.30pm. Aqua zorbing, pony rides, bouncy castle, barbecue, cakes, ice cream, beauty salon, competitions, raffle, live music, footballthemed fun and more. ď Ž Summer Fayre, All Saints Church, Farmborough, BA2 0AN, 11.30am-2.30pm. Bath Spa Training Band, ploughman’s lunches, refreshments, stalls and plenty of fun. ď Ž Keynsham Music Festival: ď Ź Live music in Oxfam, High Street, 2pm ď Ź Gala Concert in the park featuring Keynsham Orchestra and B&NES Music School, 7pm, donations ď Ź Direct from Rome: Gian Piero Milanetti at Farells, 8pm ď Ź Blush, Keynsham Wine Bar, 8.30pm ď Ź Trash Casino, The Trout, 8.30pm

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ď Ž Keynsham Music Festival: ď Ź Big Day in the Park. Forty live acts on four stages in Keynsham Memorial Park, from noon. Suggested donation ÂŁ3.

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ď Ž Tim Weaver, author of the David Raker thriller series, is to give a talk and book signing from 8pm at the Royal British Legion Club, Charlton Road, Keynsham. Entry is ÂŁ2 per person to include a raffle ticket. All proceeds are

to be sent to the Royal British Legion Women’s Section Benevolent Fund. ď Ž The Ship Inn, Temple Street, pub quiz, 8pm start, ÂŁ1 entry. Cash prizes.

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ď Ž St Keyna Townswomen’s Guild, 9.45-11.45am at Fear Hall, Keynsham High Street. Our speaker for our July meeting is Michael Danson and the subject is “Antarticaâ€?. New members and guests will be made very welcome at our meetings and everyone will have an opportunity to get involved with the various sub-groups who meet outside of the normal monthly get-together.

July 9

ď Ž Floral Art Festival, Keynsham Baptist Church, open to the public from 11am. The event forms part of the town’s South West in Bloom bid and coincides with the judges’ visit.

July 12

ď Ž Cream teas and bring and buy stall at Victoria Methodist Church, Keynsham, hosted by the CAMEO group, from 2.304.30pm. Full cream tea, ÂŁ3, cup of tea only, 50p. All welcome. ď Ž 50 / 50 Crafty Coffee Morning, 10am-noon, in the Parish Hall beside St John’s Church, Keynsham. Homemade cakes, various local handmade crafts and cards and special @One Car Wash. Please come and support. For

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more information, contact the Parish Office on 0117 986 3354. ď Ž Queens Road Methodist Church’s Pre-School summer fair, 2pm-4pm, Methodist Church, Queens Road, Keynsham. Balloon race and face-painting, stalls, table top sale and refreshments. ď Ž Keynsham Farmers’ Market, 9am-1pm, Ashton Way car park. Cheeses, fruit and veg, meat, fish, baked goods and more.

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ď Ž Charity fun day held at Old Redcliffians RFC, Brislington BS4 5LU (near park and ride), 10am3pm. Lots of stalls, children’s fairground rides, inflatables, bowling, refreshments, DJ, Bristol Bubble Ball, bungee run, parrots, tug of war, plus lots more! Free entry.

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ď Ž Mamma Mia Sing-a-Long, with a disco afterwards, 7-11.30pm, ÂŁ5 a ticket, optional fancy dress, prize for the best costume. Cocktails and mocktails. The room above the United Reformed Church, Bath Road, Longwell Green. All proceeds to Mutts With Friends Dog Rescue.

July 22

ď Ž Saltford Floral Club, Norman Road, Saltford. Practice with Pam Bluer entitled Summer Bounty. We welcome new members and visitors to join us and have a cup of tea or coffee. For more details contact Shirley Hobbs on 0117 986 2924.

July 24

ď Ž Woodland Art at Manor Road Woods, 10am-noon. Join Keynsham Caterpillars to do leaf stitching, nature frames and other works of woodland art. Suitable 2-8 year olds, siblings welcome.

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 Give and Take Day, 10am1pm, Saltford Hall, Wedmore Road, Saltford. Drop off unwanted items or pick up a bargain for free. See more details on Page 37.

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 A themed walk organised by the Keynsham Walkers are Welcome group in conjunction with the Keynsham in Bloom Committee. A walk around Keynsham looking at the gardens that were entered in the Keynsham in Bloom contest. Email davidgeo johnson@yahoo.co.uk.

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 The Ship Inn, live music with Elles Baily & Band, 8.30pm.

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 Nature Trails at Manor Road Woods. Join Keynsham Caterpillars on these fun blindfold and photo nature trails. Suitable for 2-8 year olds, siblings welcome. Cost is £1.50 per child and includes a healthy snack. Email for details and to book. keynsham. caterpillars@gmail.com.

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 Forest Fairy Tales at Manor Road Woods with Keynsham Caterpillars, 2-4pm. Fairy crafts, storytelling and fairy dens. Suitable for 2-8 year olds, siblings welcome. Cost is £1.50 per child with a healthy snack. Email for details and to book. keynsham. caterpillars@gmail.com.

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 Keynsham & Saltford Local History Society to visit the National Trust’s Tredegar House

in Newport, to include a visit to the transporter bridge and a trip down the Wye Valley. Places available for non-members, £30 including admission fees. Call Richard Dyson on 0117 9864453 or email richard.dyson@tiscali. co.uk for more details.

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 An eight-mile round walk taking in Compton Dando and Burnett with the Keynsham Walkers are Welcome group. Email davidgeo johnson@yahoo.co.uk for more details.  Avon Valley Railway’s annual Vintage Bus Rally provides the visitor with a rare opportunity to see and travel on different forms of heritage transport. Organised jointly by the Avon Valley Railway and the Bristol Vintage Bus Group, the focus of the event will be a static display of vintage buses at the Brislington Park and Ride site, just off the A4 between Bristol and Bath. This will also be the main parking site for visitors on the day, which is free. Visit www.avonvalleyrailway.org.

What’s on in Keynsham on a regular basis  Passionate about local libraries, communities and history? Why not join the Friends of Saltford Library? The group organises author visits, coffee mornings, poetry evenings, writing workshops and visits to nearby places of historical interest. Call 01225 874259 or email june_wentland @bathnes. gov.uk.

Monday  Mother and baby coffee morning, Verona Coffee Shop,

230 Bath Road, Keynsham, from 9.30-11.30am. All welcome.  The Ship Inn, live music every fourth Monday of the month.  Keynsham Bridge Club is a friendly local club which meets every Monday evening, 7pm, upstairs at the Fear Hall, High Street, Keynsham. We play Duplicate Bridge in a relaxed and friendly environment, and would welcome new members who have just learned to play bridge, and others looking to improve their skills and enjoy an evening of bridge. Contact Pauline or Robert on 0117 9858495.  50+ Light and Easy Exercise classes would welcome new members to their group. Fun, friendly and social class on Mondays, 10-11am, at Keynsham Methodist Church, Key Centre. Cost £4 per session. Call Jenny for details on 0117 961 3327.  The Women’s Section of the Royal British Legion Keynsham would be delighted to welcome new members. They meet upstairs at the RBL Club on the first Monday of each month, 7.30pm. Occasional speakers, social events and outings. Why not come along and meet new friends?  Key Voices, Keynsham’s friendly community singing group is looking for new members. Monday from 7.15-9.30pm during term-times at Castle School in Newlands Road. Cost £4 per session, £3 concessions. Call Roy on 0117 949 8587.  Keynsham Writing Group meets in the library on the second and fourth Monday of the month, from 2.30-4pm. We are a small, friendly group and

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welcome new members of all abilities. Call Pat, 0117 986 4722.  Keynsham Machine Knitting Club. We meet on the second Monday in the month at Stirling Way Community Centre, Keynsham, 2-4pm. We have two club machines to practice knitting. Help and tuition will be given to get you knitting again. We try to have at least four speakers/demonstrators a year. Please come along and join us, we are a very friendly club. Please call Margaret on 0117 986 5559.

Tuesday  St John’s Toddler Group meets every Tuesday and Thursday during term-time from 9.4511.30am in St John’s Church Hall, Keynsham. Children aged 0-4 years can come and play with a wide range of toys and take part in craft activities and singing every week. Refreshments included. All welcome – first session free. For further details, please contact Natalie McOmish on 0117 986 7056.  Line Dance Class, at The Fry Club, Carter Room, 7-8pm for complete beginners, 8.159.45pm for beginners. Every Tuesday except May 13. Entry £3.50, everyone welcome, just turn up or call Jacqi on 0117 373 0720 or 07974 120184 or Lyn on 0117 956 9548 for details.

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 Free 45-minute buggy walk for parents, newborns, babies and toddlers, first and third Tuesdays of the month, 9.55am meet for 10am start at Keynsham Leisure Centre, Temple Street, Keynsham. Email buggywalk@ gmail.com or find Bristol NCT on Facebook.  Keynsham new parents and babies coffee and tea morning, First and third Tuesdays of the month, 10.45-11.45am, Victoria Methodist Centre, Charlton Road, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 2JA. Purpleyoga30@gmail.com  Activity Days at @One, St John’s Church, Keynsham. The activities are cookery or art in the morning (10-2pm) then drama in the afternoon (2pm-4pm) for people with learning disabilities, £33.33 for full day, please bring packed lunch. Call the Swallow office to book on 01761 414034 or email judy@swallowcharity. org.  Wellsway Ladies’ Badminton Club, 7.30-9.30pm at Keynsham Leisure Centre. For details, contact Jenny on 0117 986 8331.  Boogie Nights at St John’s Church Hall, Keynsham. Dance class and social evening for people with learning disabilities, 7-9pm, £7 per class (soft drinks and snacks provided). Please contact the Swallow office to book on 01761 414034 or email judy@swallowcharity.org.  KOPS is Keynsham Older People’s Social Group. This friendly group of local older people meet on the first Tuesday of the month at Community@67, Queens Road, Keynsham at 2pm. The group is free to join but members usually bring along a small item for the raffle table. New members welcome, call Paula on 01225 484510 or Phyllis on 0117 986 8623.  Residents’ Fellowship Association, based at Hawthorn

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Meeting Room in Carpenters Lane, 2-4pm. Different activities, such as luncheon, quiz, games, including darts, and a committee meeting. On a Thursday afternoon we do crafts and we have a community garden. Contact Jim Lingard on 0117 986 1551.  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. Do come along to our next meeting for a coffee/tea and biscuits and you will be made most welcome.  Popular sequence dances at The Fear Hall, Keynsham, 7.30-10pm. Anyone interested in dancing is welcome, friendly atmosphere, first visit free. Information on 0117 986 2819 or 0117 986 4014.

Wednesday  Sun, sea, smokefree? Free support and advice to help you give up smoking. Nicotine replacement products available (free if exempt from prescription charges). Drop in between 5-7pm at Keynsham Health Centre to find out more.  The Keynsham and Saltford branch of the British Sugarcraft Guild meets on the second Wednesday of every month, 7pm, at the Wick Close

Community Centre, Saltford. Demonstrations and speakers as well as the chance to learn the art of sugarcrafting and display your own work. Contact treasurer Gillian Orley on 0117 986 3864.  The Community@67 Book Club meets on the second Wednesday of each month from 7-9pm. Anyone interested can ring 0772 762 6794 or just come along. The club meets at 67 Queens Road, Keynsham.  Community@67 Scrabble Club meets on Wednesday of each week from 2-4pm. New members welcome, ring 0773 774 2300 or come along. Meets 67 Queens Road, Keynsham BS31 2NW.  ChoirJam, Keynsham’s fun pop choir, meets on Wednesdays, 11am-12.30pm during term-time at Fear Hall, Keynsham. We sing everything from James Taylor to Adele and perform with a live band! Adults aged 18-80+ are welcome; there’s no audition and no experience necessary – just enthusiasm and a love of singing! To book a free taster session call Emma Hutchinson on 07793 983040 or visit www.choirjam. co.uk.

Thursday  Sun, sea, smokefree? Free support and advice to help you give up smoking. Nicotine replacement products available (free if exempt from prescription charges). Drop in between 10.30am and 11.30am at the

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Baptist Church to find out more.  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 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. Everyone welcome – first session free of charge. For further details please contact Natalie McOmish on 0117 986 7056.  Our book club meets on Thursday evenings, once a month, venue varies – usually a pub! New readers/drinkers welcome. Please email keynsham.bookclub@hotmail. com for details of next meeting and the book we’re reading.

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 CAMEO is a friendly group providing fellowship and a wide range of activities for those living on their own. We have no set membership and 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 and we also enjoy excursions and entertainments, talks, meals out and organised holidays. If you are interested, come for coffee or contact the Church Office on 0117 914 9408 or Christopher Bailey on 01225 872784.  Badminton. Join a very friendly mixed group who meet every Friday to play from 10am-noon at Keynsham Leisure Centre. All are welcome, regardless of ability. Just turn up or ring Clive on 0117 986 6793.

Saturday

 Healing on the Streets has returned; we can be found on Keynsham High Street every Saturday morning. Whether you have an emotional or physical problem we’re available to listen, talk and pray.

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 After last year’s success teas will again be served in St Mary’s Church in Compton Dando every Sunday between 2pm and 5pm until August 31. One of the organisers, Jenny Davis, said: “Everyone is welcome to come along and enjoy a cup of tea and a piece of cake in our lovely country church.” Profits will go to church funds. RA

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Celebration for valued volunteers With volunteers clocking up nearly 10,000 hours of support at Keynsham District and Mencap Society, the charity hosted a barbecue garden party to say thank you as part of National Volunteers Week. The society has a team of more than 90 volunteers, helping it run weekly social and leisure clubs and sport and fitness activities for children and adults with learning disabilities. The society also arranges day trips, overnight residentials, weekends away and weeklong holidays for its members, all of which is supported by volunteer staff, who come from all walks of life. Ages range from students

to retirees, with longest-serving volunteer Kristy clocking up 18 years with the charity and young volunteer Grace winning two awards for her work with the society. Laura Jefferies, the manager at Keynsham & District Mencap Society said: “I am constantly amazed and humbled by the good will and generosity of our volunteers. “Without them, the work we do and the things we offer our members would not be possible. I am so very grateful to each and every one of them.” Speaking after the garden party, Lisa O’Brien, chair, said: “It was a great opportunity to

Volunteers at the Keynsham Mencap garden party celebrate our volunteers and to recognise the contribution they make. “What they all do is incredible

and we wanted to acknowledge that.” To find out more about the society you can visit www. keynshammencap.org.uk.

Charities pick up the cheques The first three local charities to benefit from donations made by Keynsham’s Waitrose store have collected their cheques. The supermarket hosted a presentation evening on Thursday, June 19, to share out the funds from its Community Matters scheme. A total of £1,000 was split between Keynsham Dial-aRide, Butterflies-Haven and the Friends of Manor Road Community Woodland. As part of the scheme, customers are given a green token with their receipt and can choose to drop it in one of three boxes, each dedicated to a local charity. At the end of the month, the tokens are counted up and the money split between the causes accordingly. Mark Tanner, Community Champion for Waitrose Keynsham, said: “It’s great that we can give back to our local community in a constant commitment every month. “There was a good turnout from all the charities involved and the presentation was hosted

in branch. We decided to hold it in branch in our new unique ‘eat in’ area and provide refreshments for the guests as a further way to establish our community links. It was great to put faces to names in the letters and emails.” Any local charities or groups

that would like the opportunity to take part in the Community Matters Scheme can collect a nomination form from the branch. Staff at the store will also be celebrating Partnership Day on Friday, July 4, with some of the

company’s partners joining a bike ride to Bath and back, while branch manager James Baldry serves up lunch to colleagues in the dining room and customers enjoy some free tasting sessions around the store.

 Young volunteers from the Time Out Task Force returned to Sherwood Close in Keynsham to check on their handiwork from earlier this year, planting bulbs and tidying up the garden area. With the flowers blooming and a few areas needing just a little sprucing up, the team got the site ready for the South West in Bloom judges’ visit this month.

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This is the perfect summer/ beach read.

Adult Non-Fiction  Ammonites & Leaping Fish: A Life in Time by Penelope Lively As the author herself claims: ‘This is not quite a memoir. Rather, it is m the view from old age.’ Penelope Lively, one of our most popular authors, had turned 80 when she wrote this book (published in 2013) and she claims that it is her ‘report from beyond the horizon of old age’. Here, she shares with us how she feels about being 80, discusses how a new demographic will affect society in general, and also looks at themes such as archaeology, history and memory (all of which are themes she frequently returns to, as readers of her other works will know). Lively goes on to deal with major historical events that happened during her lifetime: the Second World War, a struggling postwar Britain, the Suez Crisis and the Cold War. She discusses her love of reading and writing and, finally, identifies six of her possessions (‘accretions of a lifetime’) which, she feels, sum her up as a person. This final, illustrated section is fascinating and will make you ponder long over which possessions would feature in your own list. A very engaging read, covering a wide range of inter-related topics, all of which are connected to the idea of a ‘lifetime’ and what that entails.

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Adult Fiction (Chick Lit)  Wedding Night by Sophie Kinsella – recommended and reviewed by Sarah S It’s all gone horribly wrong with Lottie’s so-called ‘Mr Right’ after she proposes to him and he turns her down. As if by d boyfriend, b f i d Ben, B magic, an old reappears and reminds her of their pact to get married if they are both still single at 30. Lottie hares off to marry him; their honeymoon will be on the Greek island where they first met. Lottie’s sister, Fliss, can’t quite believe what her sister is proposing and is set on sabotaging the marriage (which she carries out by increasingly hilarious methods). Will Lottie and Ben have a wedding night to remember, or one to forget?

 Picture Me Gone by Meg Rosoff ‘Mila has a gift. She can read a room, a person, a situation – and tell if you’re happy, or pregnant, or having an affair.’ Twelveyear-old Mila and her fatherr are travelling from England to the USA to see Matthew, one of his old friends. Before they reach him, however, he has disappeared. Mila joins in the search to find him and uncovers clues and facts that have passed others by. But still Matthew remains lost. What can she have missed? Meg Rosoff is a very popular author of books for young adults. A review in The Times claimed that ‘nobody describes the strengths and pain of being young quite like Meg Rosoff’.

Junior Fiction  An Angel for May by Melvin Burgess Tam is unhappy, trying to cope with the fact of his parents’ divorce. One day he finds himself transported back to the Second World War, where he meets May. They become firm friends and the time comes when she desperately wants him to stay with her at Thowt It Farm. Tam now has a hard decision

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Library News L T This year’s Summer Reading Challenge for 4-11-year-olds C starts on Saturday, July 12, and runs until Saturday, September 13. Its theme is ‘Mythical Maze’. All you have to do is register with the library, read six books over the summer (two at a time) and collect stickers along the way (again, by visiting the library). To coincide with the Summer Reading Challenge, three free activities will take place at Keynsham Library over the summer.  Saturday, July 12, 10amnoon: Mythical Mask Making with Xeena  Saturday, August 9, 10amnoon: Mythical Creatures Face Painting with Chloe  Wednesday, August 13, 10-10.45am: Dino Hunt – interactive dance and drama dinosaur hunt with Aviva from Fidgety Feet So, come along, pick up a leaflet and get involved. We look forward to seeing you!

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For July, we meet Jamie Pike, owner of the Upton Inn running your business and working in the area? I’m perhaps most proud of our history of supporting charitable causes and community events, we have hosted countless charity quizzes from causes as diverse as volunteering for youth work to cancer research and Christian Aid. We also host an array of annual events, including the memorial shoot, the Upton Putter Charity Golf Tournament and evening party (on August 8) in aid of the David Norman Trust, and the Harvest Festival Auction in aid of The Royal British Legion. It also gives me great pleasure to support many charities by donating prizes to local causes, usually a meal for two and a bottle of wine.

Tell us about your company. I have been a publican since I was 20 years old, having got my first pub in Clifton, Bristol, working for Scottish and Newcastle. I went on to become a national training and reference house manager. The Upton Inn is the first business I have owned and it’s been in my custodianship for six years. I love the location of the pub and was very surprised when I got here how very well known it was considering its rural location. I started here in 2008 with my business partner Martyn Bennett who very sadly passed away four years ago. I think of the business lessons he taught me every day and miss him a great deal. His memory lives on here in The Martyn Bennett memorial charity clay pigeon shoot, which this year is being held on Sunday, August 3. I have a very dedicated team of fantastic individuals who work very hard to deliver as high a quality service as they can and |I’m very proud of all of them, especially our manager Sarah What service do you provide to the people of Keynsham? We’ve always enjoyed a great deal of custom from the people of Keynsham and we’re very eager to welcome more people from the town, as an

What makes your service different from other companies? The Woodland Rangers (children’s activity club) makes our pub a little bit different plus our dedication to high standards and consistency. And our hugely popular weekly quiz.

independent, family-run business we offer a more personal service than the more scripted chain pubs and as such appeal to customers who prefer pubs that understand the locality and can adapt accordingly. We pride ourselves on

being a quality food-led pub with a great core of local and regular customers, all of whom appreciate the traditional country pub and the difficulty they face in the current climate. What is the best part of

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What are your plans for the future of the business? We have a new Sunday roast format, changing from carvery to plated Sunday roast in order to accommodate a small menu and summer snacks. A brand new menu is coming in August and we are having a complete revamp of our wine list. Contact The Upton Inn, Brewery Hill, Upton Cheyney, Bristol BS30 6LY. Twitter: @uptoninn Facebook: https://www.facebook. com/pages/Upton-Inn

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Three long-serving Royal National Lifeboat Institution supporters based in Keynsham have been honoured by the national charity. Julian Hannam received a Gold badge for his work as honorary secretary of the RNLI’s Keynsham branch since 1968 when the branch was founded. Bronze badges were also presented to honorary treasurer Rob Silvester and souvenirs secretary

Susan Shore at a ceremony at the Lifeboat College in Poole. Residents will soon be asked to show their support for the charity, which saves lives at sea and trains lifeguards on the beaches, when the Keynsham branch holds its house-to-house collections from July 7-11. This will be followed by the Saturday Street Collection on July 12 when people can donate and find out about volunteering.

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Sport Hopes high for a strong finish As the bowling season reaches its half-way point the captains at Keynsham Bowling Club are reviewing the position to date. Mo Dickinson, the ladies’ captain, reports that in the North Somerset League they have played seven games, won four and have 417 shots for and 342 shots against. Men’s captain David Hockney said: “Following promotions last year in the North Somerset Bowls League, Keynsham ‘B' and ‘C' teams are finding the standard in the higher divisions a bit more of a challenge, but the ‘A' team are unbeaten in East Division 1, and remain hopeful of achieving promotion to the Premier division. “Results in the Bristol and District Thursday evening league for our teams have thus far been have been a little disappointing but I am expecting better results in the second half of the season. “So, with plenty of matches yet to be played, I am optimistic that Keynsham Bowls Club will finish the season on a high note.” Both ladies and men continue to play friendly matches and club members are actively involved in the internal competitions.

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Firsts find themselves joint top in West league Having lost two of their first three opening games, Keynsham Cricket Club’s first XI won the next four on the trot and with one game to go in June find

themselves in joint first place in the West of England Premier League – Division 2; just one game has been lost to the weather so far. The second team have fared less well with two wins from six games and two cancellations. The Saturday 3rds have won three and lost one with three cancellations. No player has yet scored an individual 100, with Mark Branton coming closest for the 2nds with 96 against Taunton St Andrews. There have been five scores of 50+ for the first team, Alex Taylor’s 70 not out being the highest. The other players to make half-centuries were Russ Wakefield (65 & 57), Richard Pannell (60), Reg Keates (58) and Dan Jarman (57 not out). On the bowling front, two players have taken five wickets in a game, Tom Bryan 5-23 and Sam Wheller 5-49. Other significant bowling analyses were 3-28 and 4-37 by Harry Kitchen, 4-35 by Tom Bryan, 3-22 by Sam Wheller and 3-16 by Rich Wilton. The Sunday sides have also enjoyed varying success; the 1st XI have won five from six with one cancellation but the

seconds have yet to win a match, losing all six played so far. There have been two centuries hit on Sundays – 103 not out by Harry Kitchen and 103 by Alex Taylor but veteran Les Hubbard had to settle for a 92 not out. Some good bowling performances have been put in, too – 9-19 by John Courtney, 5-37 by 15-year-old Harry Waters, 5-33 by Wickus Germishuizen, 4-32 by Chris Britton and 4-40 by another (but younger!) veteran, Nick Lowe. Next Saturday home games are: - First XI July 12 and 25, second XI July 5 and 19. Recent winners of the “250 Club” draws (free draws for social members at KCC – membership £25 pa) were: Chris Parish (285) £25, Dave Nicholls (114) £50, Mark Dolphin (271) £25, Steve Bradshaw (112) £50, Alex Wilton (296) £25 and Mrs D Smith (86) £50.

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Sport Driver Mark gets close to action off the track Motorsport driver Mark Griffiths from Keynsham has been unable to race his MG as it’s currently out of action due to ongoing electrical issues and severe bodywork issues which require some structural repair. So while the car was booked into the garage for a full rewire, welding and respray, the downtime has given him the opportunity to get involved with the organisational aspect of motorsport. Mark explained; “I’ve found myself marshalling at the recent Llandow Sprint run by Bristol Motor Club where the track-side position gave me the very best view of the action but also the chance for direct involvement. I found myself on track cleaning oil and even pushing a competing car back to the paddock after a breakdown. “The timing of the repair work means that I'm unlikely to make the Summer Autosolo at Mendips Raceway but the MG should be back in action for the Family

Clutton driver Simon Clemow in his Force racing car Sports Car Day at Castle Combe Circuit on July 27 and taking part in a few laps of the circuit, before heading to Prescott Hillclimb in mid-August. The summer is looking very full of motorsport activities with a potential attendance at the South Gloucestershire Show in Westerleigh and several classic car events.” If you would like to get closer to the action, search for Bristol Motor Club or follow @Bris-

In Wimbledon spirit at open day A warm, sunny Saturday in June heralded the Open Day for Fry Tennis Club as part of the Lawn Tennis Association’s “Great British Tennis Weekend”. Juniors and adults from the community were invited along to join in with the club’s usual coaching session for juniors in the morning and social play for seniors in the afternoon. Some new juniors came along to exhibit their tennis skills, no doubt encouraged by the TV tennis coverage of the recent Aegon and Eastbourne tournaments, with the prospect

of Wimbledon to come. The senior session was much busier than usual and the fly-past at 1.55 pm by the Red Arrows on their way to the Weston Air Festival came right on cue! The afternoon finished traditionally with tea and biscuits in the sunshine and everyone agreed it had been a worthwhile event. If you would like to join in the Wimbledon spirit, why don't you dust off your racquet and call Ann Smith on 0117 986 2845 for more information, or email her at medwaysmith@yahoo.co.uk.

Golfer Ross retains his club title Ross Henson retained the Saltford club championship he won last year with rounds of 71 and 77 for a six over par total of 148. The three handicapper was three shots clear of Max Brittan with Nigel Shaw third on 155. Incredibly he has won the title at the four clubs where he has been a member, winning as

a junior at Shortwood Lodge, picking up the Knowle crown before going to university and winning the championship at the Kendleshire before switching to Saltford. Train driver Colin Salvage steamed to victory in Saltford's net competition with a score of 168 net (six under) from Nigel Babbage 171.

tolMC on Twitter. The club organises cost-effective motorsport in the Bristol area, including an AutoSolo at Mendips Raceway, a sprint and the Family Sports Car Day celebrating The Great British Sports Car at Castle Combe Circuit in July, all of which require a team of dedicated marshals. Marshals get free entry, a trackside seat and a free hot lunch. No experience is necessary to get started.

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Frys bowl their way to mid-table The first half of the league season came to a close on June 19, with Frys hosting Severnvale. Severnvale took the early exchanges leading at halfway. Frys closed the gap, narrowly missing out on winning two rinks, which left Frys six behind going into the last end. Frys were unable to find the required shots but did win the rink to take two points from the encounter losing 44-49. This leaves Frys in midtable at the halfway point on 43 points. It followed a mixed month of results with losses to Bloomfield and league leaders Page Park ‘A’ and a good win against bottom of the table City and Port of Bristol (61-34). Frys also took a win in the first round of the City and County of Bristol Clarence Davy competition against Canford (80-71) and in the first round of the Bristol and District League Lloyd Trophy against Bradley Stoke (59-33). To join Frys Bowls Club, contact Christopher Day on 01225 872959 or email cwandjlday@ btinternet.com.

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