Handprints Magazine South Bristol December 2009

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inside this edition Great discounts, competitions & reader offers exclusive to Handprints Magazine

readers from: Avon Valley Railway, ss Gt Britain, 123 Jump & many many more…Read more inside about family fi nances, health visitor information, christmas & new year

activities & a directory of local nurseries, pre-schools, playgroups & childminders

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This may be the fi rst time you have heard of Handprints Magazine so we thought we would tell you a little bit about us…

We are Lucy and Lisa. We met for the fi rst time just over three years ago when we went to a local Parent and Toddler Group called Handprints, where we were made to feel welcome and were able to meet other parents and carers and relax for a couple of hours with good company, a cuppa and great cake.

As new Mums we found that although there were plenty of things to do for new mums and children it was mostly through word of mouth or by chance that you would fi nd out about them, and once you did, you needed the confi dence to go and try them alone which is never easy.

So here we are three years later with growing families and even more challenges along the way…. We had an idea to produce a truly local guide jam packed with information, resources, hints and advice for parents and carers of pre-school children. From this idea we began our fi rst edition of Handprints

Magazine in North Bristol and now one year after we launched that fi rst magazine we thought it was time we reached out to South Bristol and the surrounding towns and villages.

Handprints Magazine is what we like to call “A guide to life with under 5’s” – we try to fi nd out about the things you want to know as parents. We also have a great new website www.handprintsmagazine.co.uk where you can read back copies of Handprints Magazine aswell as meet new friends, publicise events and much more.

In this fi rst edition for South Bristol we bring to you money off vouchers and discounts from 123 Jump, Petal Portraits and many more. We also have some fabulous prizes and tickets for lucky readers from local activities and businesses.

We hope you enjoy your fi rst magazine and we will be back in the New Year with another edition for you. Merry christmas and Happy new Year!

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Top Tips for Tiny Teeth Fai Pope, Student Health Visitor

This Christmas children of all ages will be given some sweets or chocolate. Our local health visitor has given us some tips

for a smashing smile in the new year.

Good habits start youngTry to introduce a soft toothbrush before any teeth have appeared. As soon as your child’s first teeth appear you can begin to use a very small amount of fluoride toothpaste. For babies, smear the brush with toothpaste and aim to be using about a pea-sized amount of toothpaste by the time your child reaches 3 years. Ask your Health Visitor for a dental pack at your baby’s 9-12 month review.

Brush Twice a DayOnce teeth have appeared they should be cleaned twice a day. Use gentle circular movements and clean every tooth thoroughly. This can be quite difficult at first but try not to turn it into a battle, make it a fun activity for all the family, give lots of praise and encouragement, and let them learn by watching you clean your teeth.

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Top Tips 4 Encourage savoury foods for snacks give them

raw fruits and vegetables

4 Give sweet foods and diluted fruit juices at mealtimes and always in a cup

4 Babies should only be given water or milk in a bottle, never juice

4 Aim for all other drinks between meals to be water or milk (not flavoured)

4 Use alternatives to sweets and chocolates as treats try stickers, hair slides or crayons instead. Try to get grandparents involved in this one too!

4 If your child is unwell ask your GP or Pharmacist for Sugar Free medicine

4 If your child does have sweets aim to have them at the end of mealtimes and it is better if they are all eaten at once

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movement and music classes for pre-school children

A 45 minute all-action creative music and movement session. Explore a

different theme each week with exciting fun and games. Your child’s imagine and

confi dence will develop and thrive.

Telephone Kelly on 07899 921693, visit www.mmmbopp.co.uk or email [email protected]

Mmm Bopp Music and Movement is ExpandingAlmost 2 years after setting up her own business, Mmm Bopp Music and Movement, Kelly’s classes are causing quite a buzz with local mums and their children.

Singing about a different subject each week keeps the children – and grown-ups – engaged. It’s a 45 minute all-action creative music and movement session. With the use of lots of props and educational resources the children’s imagaination and confi dence

will develop and thrive. The classes also improve co-ordination and other important motor skills. Other benefi ts include developing listening skills and the understanding of rhythm and beat. Lets not forget social skills too and having loads and loads of fun.

The classes have already proved to be popular in

South Bristol and have expanded to several venues. Kelly has also been running classes at the popular softplay venue, Playspace. Feedback has shown that the Mums that attend these particular classes love the fact thay they get an exclusive deal; the Mmm Bopp class plus unlimited stay and play afterwards. That way, Mum can enjoy a coffee and the children can continue to have fun!

Some of the great comments about Kelly’s classes include:● Really interesting for the children.

Much better than any other group● A great mix of old, familiar songs and

original ones● It’s fun and different to the norm● We like having a theme to follow and

bring things from home to take part● It’s good to have themes and the

children are learning without realising

will develop and thrive. The classes also improve co-ordination and other important motor skills. Other benefi ts include developing listening skills and the understanding of rhythm and beat. Lets not forget social skills too and having loads and loads of fun.

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future financial Planning can be hard sometimes with young children andtoddlers to care for, I know, I have done it.

Sometimes it is a matter of getting through the day to day responsibilities of parenting, but it is also a good time to consider your future fi nancial plans at this time. To plan for your children’s and your families future fi nancial security.

Tax effi cient savings for your child’s future could be a priority for you or grandparents now. Did you know that in addition to your chid trust fund voucher, available from the government, you can contribute an additional £1200 per year to your child’s trust fund, which will grow tax free?

You could use your ISA allowance to save long term and tax free for further education, or a deposit on their fi rst home. A change enabling millions of savers aged over 50 to increase the amount deposited in a tax-free Individual Savings Account (ISA) has come in.

The amount people can save in an ISA has now risen from £7,200 to £10,200. The new limit is for anyone born on or before 5 April 1960. For everyone else, the limit will rise from 6 April 2010.

Why not think really long term and start a stakeholder pension plan for your child now. You could save up to £2,880 per year into a pension plan and the government will make this up to £3,600 with tax relief.

None of us likes to think about it, but now is the most important time to consider how you and your family are protected in the event of the untimely death or illness of either parent and the death of both parents must not be overlooked.

Are our wills up to date?If one partner is going back to work part time, it may be worth checking with your HR department if any death benefi ts from work are affected.

Consulting an Independent Financial Adviser at this important time can help you get the best value, most affordable insurances, and more importantly the most relevant policy for your family circumstances. Askyourself how would my spouse cope if I wasn’t here?

futurefi nancial offer an initial consultation free of charge to see if we can help with your family and children’s future fi nancial plans.

Whilst your children are young, it is an excellent time for a free fi nancial review.

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Every weekend from Late November to Christmas Eve, Father Christmas will be on the steam train at the Avon Valley Railway. We have 2 free family tickets for readers – all you need to do is to sign up on www.handprintsmagazine.co.uk and click on PrIZeS AND gIVeAWAyS page to enter using code NBrISTSg1. Entries close by 5th December 2009.

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Brunel’s SS Great Britain is a multi award-winning attraction – named England’s Large Visitor Attraction of the Year 2007 – providing a stimulating and fun day for all the family – and it’s right on our doorstep! We have 4 free tickets to the SS Great Britain to give away to readers. Entries close by 10th January 2010.Sign up to www.handprintsmagazine.co.uk and click on PrIZeS AND gIVeAWAyS to enter using code NBrISTSg2.

Hayley Anne’s work is original and unique and would look great on any wall. To help us launch our new website Hayley Anne has donated a free portrait for one lucky winner.All we want you to do is sign up to the website at www.handprintsmagazine.co.uk and invite as many contacts and friends to join as possible. The winner will be the member who has most friends by 10th January 2010.So, sign up, join in, invite your friends and tell them all about us. you can fi nd out more about Hayley Anne and her work from [email protected] or call 01454 618868

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Puddle Ducks classes are held during weekdays at the Grand Hotel (central Bristol), Parson Street School in Bedminster, Plush Hotel (near the airport) and at theclub at Cadbury House Hotel and on Sundays in Weston Super Mare.

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Rhyme TimeMusical fun

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Little Ones love Rhyme Time in South Bristol

Early Years Music & Movement

To book please contact Debby on Tel. 01225-874821, or e-mail:

[email protected]

Workshops for Nurseries and Pre-schools also available

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Small friendly classes held in Saltford on

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Dads! – Hands up who likes soft play!

As a new ‘Self-employed’ dad, my first stop on my road trip worries me at first. I am directed to a non-descript warehouse in

the middle of an industrial estate. “What here?”, “yes, dad!” is the reply, Not a good start! However I am soon comforted by all the other MPVs in the car park with “Dad’s Taxis” and “Little Princess on Board” stickers on the windows, and a dusting of crisps throughout the interior.

I walk into reception, pay my entrance fee and then they take the children’s shoes (is this to keep us captive?) and I walk in. WOW! What used to be a centre for industry is now fully carpeted and full of inflatable castles, slides and other structures that would not look amiss on the Krypton Factor’s Assault Course!

I have heard many mums complain that they don’t have a husband, but a grown up child. If that’s the case then soft play is fantastic as you can kick off your shoes and become 8 again, with the excuse that you’re with your child!

Lots of soft play centres have the same format, a play area and a café where you can get a coffee and the kids can get another hit of sugar to keep them going…. Now I have to try and calm them down, get back to the car (after claiming our shoes back) and set off to our next stop… the journey continues…

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Debby Kirby was a primary school teacher for ten years before she decided to use her love of music and dance to set up her own Early Years music sessions. The parent and

child classes she runs at Saltford Hall proved so popular that she now takes “Rhyme Time”

into Nurseries several times a week too so that even more children can experience the fun and learning benefits of music based

play.“Over the 8 years I’ve been doing this, I’ve built up a great range of instruments, puppets, and musical books” says Debby

who clearly loves her job. “I like to keep the classes small and friendly so that the children

get lots of individual attention and it’s not too noisy or scary for very little ones.”

Why not come along and join the fun?Contact Debby on

Tel. 01225-874821, or e-mail: [email protected]

www.rhymetimewithdebby.com



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Woodland House NurseryNow Open

A sister nursery to Archfield House

We care for children aged 0 to 5. Conveniently located off Whiteladies Road behind the BBCand near the BRI and Bristol University.Open 7am - 6pm.

We would love to show you around so please call 0117 946 7145or email: [email protected] House Nursery,1 Woodland Road, Clifton BS8 1AU

“Love, laughter and learning!”

Woodland House Nursery – New Beginnings for little ones in CliftonNursery care in the centre of Bristol has been given a welcome boost with the introduction of Woodland House Nursery in Woodland Road, Clifton. Archfield House Nursery Limited has taken over the lease of the former Scallywags nursery and given it a complete overhaul.

Nursery head and Director, Rebecca Clevett told us “We leapt at the opportunity to transform the former Scallywags, and have made a substantial investment to re-establish nursery provision at the site which we can now offer to parents across the city.”

Archfield House Nursery has an enviable reputation in the city, voted as providing ‘outstanding nursery education’ by Ofsted in 2008. It is with this excellent reputation that they are transforming the Woodland House Nursery and working under the same management styles and ethos.

Woodland House Nursery currently has places available for 0-5 year olds. Why not contact them to arrange a time to look around their happy and forward-thinking nursery!

Tel: 0117 946 7145 [email protected]



Kathy is a reflexologist offering sessions in the Bristol, South Gloucestershire and the surrounding areas. Kathy is a member of the IIR & the AOR. She has achieved post

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Kathy tells us how reflexology helps the clients she treats “I find reflexology can be beneficial to everyone, as it can maintain good health & well being, restores equilibrium and harmonises the body’s fine balance. Reflexology can be really effective with many conditions including maternity & fertility, stress & anxiety, musculo-skeletal

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I advise people to try a session of reflexology and experience how they may benefit. I am extremely

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ActiVities

Our newest recruit, Rachel Shadbolt has been busy fi nding out what’s going on in and around Bristol for little ones and their families over the Holiday Season. Here are some of the best activities for you all to enjoy.

Out and about for christmas and new Year

AVON VALLey rAILWAySanta Specials – see website for dates and times, 29th Nov – 24th Dec www.avonvalleyrailway.org tel: 0117 9327296

HOrSeWOrLDChristmas meals – 2nd Dec to 18th Dec, Children’s Christmas Party for 3-9 year olds – 12th Dec 2009Carol Service – 6th Decwww.horseworld.org.uk tel: 01275 832425

NOAH’S ArK ZOO fArMNativity Plays – 5th, 12th & 19th Decwww.noahsarkzoofarm.co.uk tel: 01275 852606

SS greAT BrITAINChristmas Lunch in the first Class Dining Saloon and opportunity to explore – December 16thTickets cost £29.95 adult, £14.95 child

Christmas Party – Dec 9th, 10th, 16th & 17th – includes a three-course dinner, plus music and casino – cost £49.50

A Victorian Christmas – Dec 5th & 12thgorgeous gift-making workshops, carols, roasted chestnuts, mulled wine, plus father Christmas – included in admission pricewww.ssgreatbritain.org tel: 0117 9260680

LONgLeAT5th Dec – Carol Singing Workshops6th Dec – Santa fun runwww.longleat.co.uk tel: 01985 844400

MOTIVATION – INTerNATIONAL DISABILITy CHArITyMotivation Winter Ball – feb 27th 2010, The Pump room, Bath£65 per ticket if booking and payment before 11th December 2009www.motivation.org.uk tel: 01275 464012

WeST MIDLANDS SAfArI PArK1st Dec – 24th DecSanta Safari Party Caribbean Style at Christmaswww.wmsp.co.uk tel: 01299 402114

THe MALL – CrIBBS CAuSeWAyChristmas Market & Winter Wonderland12th November to 3rd January

Christmas Lights Turn on – 12th November at 17:45www.mallcribbs.com tel: 0117 9030303

BrISTOL OLD VIC4th Dec to 23rd January – Hansel & gretel15th Dec to 10th January – How cold my toes – for ages 2 and upwww.bristololdvic.org.uk tel: 0117 9877877

CABOT CIrCuS Lights Turn On Thurs 12th November @ 5.30pmgerman Market in Quakers friars – 6pmwww.cabotcircus.com tel: 0117 9529360

WeSTON SuPer MAre PLAyHOuSe14th Dec to 10th Jan – Snow Whitewww.theplayhouse.co.uk tel: 01934 645544


5th Dec – Carol Singing Workshops6th Dec – Santa fun runwww.longleat.co.uk tel: 01985 844400

14th Dec to 10th Jan – Snow Whitewww.theplayhouse.co.uk tel: 01934 645544

Why not enjoy a great day out and tell us all about your visit on www.handprintsmagazine.co.uk. Don’t forget to let everyone know you read about them in handprints Magazine –

your guide to life with under 5’s.



CHrISTMAS MArKeT14th November 1pm - 4pmThe Old School rooms, Stoke gifford

gIfTS & CrAfT fAIr fOr xMAS Sunday 15 November 2009 11am – 2.30pmemersons green Village Hall

SOuTH gLOuCeSTerSHIre NCT NeArLy NeW SALe Sunday 22 November 2009 11.30am - 1.30pmBradley Stoke Leisure Centre

eMerSONS greeN PrIMAry SCHOOL CHrISTMAS fAIr friday 4th December, guest Avenue, emersons green

SILVerHILL SCHOOL CHrISTMAS BIZArre Saturday 5th December 11am - 3pmSwan Lane, Winterbourne

HeNLeAZe CHrISTMAS feSTIVALThurs 10th December 3pm-8.30pm

BrISTOL HIPPODrOMe29th Nov – Chuckle Brothers, A Christmas Chuckle11th Dec to 10th Jan – Snow White13th Jan – 30th Jan – Chitty Chitty Bang Bangwww.bristolhippodrome.org.uk tel: 0117 3023333

THeATre rOyAL BATH1st Dec – 5th Dec – Disney’s Beauty & the Beast17th Dec – 24th Jan – Sleeping Beautywww.theatreroyal.org.uk tel: 01225 448844

WOOKey HOLeSanta Land and Christmas Circus – selected dates between 21st Nov & 3rd Janwww.wookey.co.uk tel: 01749 672243

WeSTONBIrT ArBOreTuM 1st December – Lost reindeer Trail5th December – Tree Dressingwww.forestry.gov.uk/westonbirt tel: 01666 880220

Swan Lane, Winterbourne

HeNLeAZe CHrISTMAS feSTIVALThurs 10th December 3pm-8.30pm

GiVe THe GiFT oF PoTTeRY THis cHRisTMAs

Hand painted pottery from Flying saucers makes perfect presents!!! if you have

little ones then hand or footprints certainly make the ideal family gift. Why not get in early before the rush? You’ll be calmer and more creative and have your pottery

back in plenty of time, helping you to avoid shopping nightmares later. For details

of our Toddler Tuesday offer visit www.fl yingsaucers.co.uk/dev

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Celebrating 10 successful years in Bristol!

Number Seven Boat TripsB r i s t o l U K

If you are visiting Bristol or living in Bristolwhy not come along to the Harbourside

and enjoy the views and history of Bristol with Number Seven Boat Trips

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Christmas & New Year breaks in North DevonEscape the seasonal stresses and come to North Hayne Farm

for a festive break with extra sparkle, where children and parents are especially welcome.

Stay in one of our 7 well equipped character stone cottages, fully decorated and complete with a real Christmas tree.

Relax under the stars in your own private hot tub. Enjoy a range of one site holistic massage/beauty treatments, and join us for a ‘real nativity’ down at the children’s farm, with mulled wine,

mince pies and a special visit from ‘Farmer Christmas’.

Relax and join us for a wonderful family Christmas/New Year break. We look forward to welcoming you.

For further information call us on 01769 550807 or email [email protected]

or take a look at www.northhaynefarmcottages.co.uk



For a fun and relaxing family holiday look no further than Northcote Manor Farm – 5 4* self-catering holiday cottages in a beautiful, peaceful setting on the edge of Exmoor and only minutes from the sea.Heated, indoor pool, playground and games room, 34 acres of fi elds and woods to explore with no roads or noise.Ideal for young children – we have 4 of our own!

Only 2 hours from Bristol.Travel cots, highchairs and stairgates all available free of charge.

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northcote Manor Farm Holiday cottagesnorth Devon Tel: 01271 882376

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Northcote Manor Farm Holiday Cottages

3 barns converted into holiday accomodation with plenty of space

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Does your child love stories and imaginary play? Could they help Brand New Bear meet his toy box friends or save the rainforest with Milly Macaw or even make lattes with a cow! Anything is possible in the magical world of stories and at Debutots Early Years Drama we know how to nurture young imaginations so that through creative play, children can make sense of the very big world they live in.

Our popular classes are a blend of interactive storytelling and dramatic play designed to fi re budding imaginations, build children’s self confi dence and help develop their communication skills.

We have classes in venues in Bristol for children aged 6 months to 7 years and as the UK’s premier Drama-in-Education provider we provide one off and termly sessions for your children’s centre, toddler group, nursery or pre-school or school. In 2009 we launched a brand new Childminder Support Through Story Programme © to meet the needs of the EYFS.

Debutots’ also offers a unique party play package where children can adventure with Fairy Fuddle or Pirate Loopy Lulu amongst many others. (As recommended on netmums).

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AxBrIDgeNotting Hill Day Nursery, Notting Hill Way, Weare, BS26 2JU - 01934 733393

BITTONBitton Pre-School, Church Lane, Bitton, Bristol - 0117 9326042

BrISLINgTONAbacus Day Nursery & Holiday Club, Emery Road - 0117 9772868

Hamilton Pre-School, Wick Lane - 0117 9144471

Little Eagles Pre-School, Bath Road - 0117 9775533

Village Pre-School, St Lukes Church Hall, Church Parade - 07798 501770

CHeW MAgNAMagna Minors, 2 High Street, Chew Magna - 01275 333900

CLeVeDONABC 123 Day Nursery, 114 Old Church Road, Clevedon - 01275 872706

Highdale Day Nursery, School Lane, Clevedon - 01275 872345

Little Clowns Day Nursery, 10 Queens Road, Clevedon - 01275 340069

St Andrews Sunbeams - 01275 879229

CLuTTONLittle Star Nursery, Methodist Chapel, Bristol Rd, Farrington Gurney - 01761 452142

CONgreSBuryInwood Nursery, Wrington Road - 01934 876674

Secret Garden Nusery. The Barns, Brinsea Road - 01934 853350

HArTCLIffeGatehouse Nursery, The Gatehouse Centre, Hareclive Road - 0117 9781708

KeyNSHAMGroovy Monsters Nursery, Charlton Rd - 0117 9860077‎

Treasure Island Pre-School, Elim Pentecostal Church, Balmoral Road - 0117 9869902

KNOWLeBusy Bee Day Nursery, Knowle - 0117 9775357

Sunshine Pre-School, St Gerard, Buller Rd, Knowle - 0117 9774170

LANgfOrDHoneyTree Day Nursery, The Corner House, Langford - 01934 708664

LONg ASHTONBristol Day Nursery, David Lloyd Tennis Centre, Ashton Road - 0117 9532830

The Early Birds Neighbourhood Nursery, Hollis Close - 01275 395359

Westleaze Pre-School, Brook Close - 01275 395533

NAILSeAGolden Vally House Day Nursery, 18 Oaksley Grove - 01275 853304. [email protected]

Greenslade Pre-School Playgroup, Pound Lane - 01275 858359

Happy Hours Nursery, 9 Worcestor Gardens, Nailsea - 01275 790433

POrTISHeADBrampton Pre-School, Brampton Way - 01275 817834

Hilltop Pre-School, St. Barnabas Centre, West Hill - 01275 390947

Honey Tree Day Nursery - 13 Stoke Road, Portishead - 01275 218573

The Coach House Nursery - 01275 840000

SALTfOrDTiddlers Day Nursery, 480 Bath Rd, Saltford, Bristol - 01225 872088

SOMerSeTYew Trees Nursery - Axbridge - 01934 750556

SOuTHVILLeMagic Roundabout Nursery, Coronation Road - 0117 9639800

STOCKWOODAbbeywood Tots Day Nursery, Stockwood Lane - 0117 9693990

TeMPLe MeADSBuffer Bear Nursery, Clock Tower Yard, Temple Meads, Bristol - 0117 9079935

TOTTerDOWNSydenham Rd Under 5’s, Jarman Hall, Sydenham Rd, Totterdown - 0117 9074108

WeSTON SuPer MAreHoney Tree Day Nursery - Weston General Hospital, Weston Super Mare - 01934 708668

Little Bears Day Nursery - 01934 642261

St Georges Pre-School - Community Centre, Willow Close, St Georges - 07527 636226

WHITCHurCHSunshine Pre-School, School House, East Dundry Rd, Bristol - 0117 9774170

Whitchurch Under 5’s Pre-School, School Close - 01275 547453

WOrLeLittle Starz Day Nursery - 89 Ebdon Rd, Worle - 07531 439465

WrAxALLCharlton Nursery Ltd, 49 Charlton Drive - 01275 810304

yATTONStonecroft Day Nursery & Pre-school, 11 High St, Yatton – 01934 833717

Elf Sitters - www.elfsitters.co.uk - 0117 2309053

Nannies and Childcare - www.nanniesandchildcare.co.uk

Nanny Cover - www.nannycover.co.uk

Norland Agency - 01225 787090

ASHTON VALeLindsay Hickery - Ashton Vale - 0117 9639283

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BACKWeLLTina Palmer - Backwell/Winford - 07792 275675

BrISLINgTONLisa Liminton - Brislington - 0117 3738670

CLeVeDONAngela Pass - Clevedon - 01275 871207

Kathleen Hampton - Clevedon - 01275 877292

Maria Wylde - Clevedon - 01275 549717

fAILANDHannah Johnson - Failand - 01275 391320

HeADLey PArKDebra Ward - Headley Park - 0117 9782562

KNOWLeButtercup Bear Childminding - Knowle - 0117 9096717

LONg ASHTONElaine Tancell - Long Ashton - 01275 393469

NAILSeAElizabeth Emmerson - Nailsea - 01275 851780

Joanne Jones - Nailsea - 01275 855811

Judith Clarke - Nailsea - 01275 541554

Marie Young - Nailsea - 01275 790424

Stella Hassan-Ally - Nailsea - 01275 857078

PILLJoanna Burt - Pill - 01275 374925

POrTISHeADLiz Maggs - Portishead - 01275 845890

Pam Blything - Portishead - 01275 399830

ST ANNeSBridget Duckett - St Annes - 0117 9879562

STOCKWOODAmanda Day - Stockwood - 01275 545479

Family Information Service, 178 Easton Road, Easton, Bristol - 0845 1297217

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Handprints Magazine South Bristol December 2009