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Well, we can safely say that was one wet August followed by a sunny September (so far at the

time of writing). On a sunnier note though, the Nightingale has doubled in size and it is going to continue getting better and hopefully reaching more people. We’re very excited to welcome local estate agents, Greenwoods, on board as our main sponsors. This means we can afford to go monthly again and have more space for interesting content, local stories and features. We’ve got a lot of ideas for future articles, but would love to hear from you too.

Why not nominate a local resident for a monthly feature - who has been working hard in the community for years, decades and deserves some recognition? Which issues would you like to see discussed and brought to the attention of other people? Is it right the Bloomfield Inn has been completely demolished?

This month, we’re happy to feature interesting articles by John Parkinson and Jonathan Rowe. We’re also featuring two inspiring slimmers, Peter Butt and Andy Gardner. Finally, you’ll see that we’ve started a sports section to cover teams such as our men’s and women’s football teams. If we’re missing teams, why not send over results, reports and photos. If we can feature them, we will!

With Halloween coming soon, we’ve launched a themed short story contest for both adults and kids here - http://bit.do/brizcontest1. There is a small entrance fee to enter, but the best Brislington story will be printed in the magazine and we’ll be putting together an anthology of stories too.

The deadline for entering is October 10th.

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A word from our Sponsor 5 News 6 Brislington Inspiring Slimmers 7 Brislington Wi 8 Arnos Vale Discovery Trail 10 Whats on... Councillors’ Corner 11 Greenwoods - Lettings & Sales 14 Puddleducks 15 Sports

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A WORD FROM OUR SPONSORFirstly I would like to thank ‘The Nightingale’ for all their hard work and dedication to providing the people of Brislington with a monthly supplement that’s full of great articles and interesting insights into our local area.

I am also thrilled to announce that Greenwoods is going to support this great community-focused project and I look forward to watching it grow from strength to strength.

I remember when I first started selling houses in the area back in the 1980’s when the average house price was around £20,000 for a 3 bed house. Times have certainly changed and the area has come along way since then, with lots of great developments and many independent businesses springing up.

Brislington has a history as rich as its community spirit and rarely a day goes by when we don’t find out something new about the area or a local personality. It certainly makes each day more interesting. Take the history of our office as an example; it started out as a fish & chippy, very fitting since I hail from Blackpool. It then became a toy store before changing again, into a private investigator’s office. That’s one of the things I love about Brislington; there is always a story to be told and a new secret to discover. Some may say I am full of them, but I am an estate agent after all!

Good luck to ‘The Nightingale’, we wish you every success for the future.

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Lynwood, a fine early Victorian villa on Kensington Hill on the Bath Road, next to The Lodekka restaurant, is

currently being restored to it’s former glory after thirty years of neglect and dereliction. Built in the “Tudor Gothic’ style about 1840 the house was originally known as Gothic Villa. It was renamed Lynwood in about 1878 and in 1964 was bought by a member of the Exclusive Bretheren and a large meeting hall was built in the grounds. In 1985 an application was made to demolish the house for a car park, but Lynwood was saved and made a Grade 2 listed building largely through the efforts of the newly formed Brislington Conservation and Amenity Society (as it was then known) and The Victorian Society.

Lynwood stood forgotten and derelict for thirty years, many people in Brislington not even knowing of it’s existence until Sovereign Housing Association announced plans in 2015 to convert the house into four apartments and build 52 new homes for affordable rent and shared ownership in the grounds. The redevelopment is expected to be completed in early 2017.

The Owens family were the occupiers from 1899 -1918 and in 1987 Mrs Kathleen Owens (1897 -1988), a daughter in law of the family, recorded her memories of the house as she first saw it in 1917:

“The house was set in large grounds with a drive from the main road with a lodge house (now 631 Bath Road) on the right. There was a large hall with a dining room on the left and bay windowed drawing room on the right, and upstairs, about five or six bedrooms. There were extensive greenhouses which grew green figs, and an orchard at the back of the house on the right with medlar trees. On the left was a bird aviary and tennis courts. There was also a miniature maze with a garden seat in the centre. Beyond the house on the left was a large field which had often been used as a gipsy camp before the Motor Constructional Works (later Bristol Commercial Vehicles) were built. The family employed a domestic staff including maid, gardener and boot boy”.

Jonathan Rowe, Brislington Conservation and History Society

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Lynwood House redevelopment beginsYou may have noticed mud on the Bath Road and diggers behind the high wall. The Exclusive Brethren, a Christian sect originating from the old Plymouth Brethren, have moved on and developers are now turning the site of their metal shed and the dilapidated Lynwood House, a Grade-II listed structure, into 52 residential housing units. Hopes for good architecture in keeping with the House’s faded grandeur were dashed in 2009 when committee Chair, Labour’s Sean Benyon described it as not being “particularly exciting.” The original plans seem to include turning the old tramway into a Callington Road relief road linking it to Sandy Park, but no mention of the scheme has been made since.

Three Lamps JunctionAround the hill in Totterdown, there’s a second petition, also on the Bristol Arena website (above), to alter Three Lamps Junction where the Bath Road meets the Wells Road. At the moment, traffic going down the Wells Road cannot turn right, so they must either go down Talbot Road/Callington Road or use the roundabout before Temple Meads Station. If accepted, how the new layout will work and what chaos it’ll cause are unknown.

Breaking BrizAnd Finally, two local residents have been banged up for running a Breaking Bad style Crystal Meth operation. 78 year old Brislington resident, until being put behind bars for another crime, George Rogers ran the operation from prison with the help of other men including fellow Brislington-resident, Steven Williams, 58. Rogers has been sentenced to 80 years in gaol while Williams will serve 7 for conspiracy to produce methamphetamine.

Bristol bucks results trendAcross the nation, A-Level and GCSE results fell as tougher exams came into play, but not in Bristol. The city’s pass rate stayed stable while those getting A-A-B or better for their A-Level results went up from 8.3% to 12.5%. In Brislington, St. Brendan’s Sixth Form College had a 97% pass rate and 70.2% of students achieved A*-C results. On GCSE day St. Brendan’s saw 71.4% of students get a C or better in English and 68% get a similar result in Maths.

A special mention must go to Oasis Academy Brislington student, Sarah Beaton who passed all of her GCSE exams despite losing her father while sitting them.

Bristol Arena petitionThe city’s Lib Dem councillors have started a campaign for Resident’s Parking Zones or RPZs to be funded within a 1.5 mile radius of the new Bristol Arena, which sits not far from Brislington and threatens to further choke our roads.

The £90 million arena, which looks like a characterless circle of light, will have only limited parking.

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Brislington’s Inspiring SlimmersPeter Butt, 34, reached the semi-finals of Slimming World’s Man of the Year 2015 contest after losing 8st 7lbs. One of only 34 men to get that far into the competition, he met Emmerdale’s former-Hollyoaks star, Gemma Atkinson.

Peter said it can be hard for men to admit they need help losing weight and find it especially difficult to walk through the doors of a slimming club for the first time. He adds: “When men want to lose weight they usually think about exercising more or following a diet on their own, not joining a group like Slimming World, so it was a big step for me but one I’m definitely glad I took.”

“When I went to the group for the first time, I was worried that I’d be the only man there and stand out like a sore thumb. It didn’t feel like that at all though, everyone was really welcoming

and all of the members made an effort to help me feel like part of the group. Ultimately it doesn’t matter if you’re a man or a woman, younger or older, because everyone in that group is there for the same reason – to lose weight, improve their health and feel better about themselves.”

“From walking through the door and being really nervous, I soon became confident I’d made the right decision and was excited to tell my friends and family that I’d joined Slimming World.

They much it meant to me – they were really impressed and they’ve been so supportive. Lots of people ask me about my weight loss now and want to know how I did it – I’m certainly not shy about telling them all about Slimming World anymore.”

“I was proud of myself when I found out I’d made the finals of Slimming World’s Man of the Year competition. I didn’t lose weight to win a competition, but it was a nice bonus – and meeting Gemma was the icing on the cake.”

Gemma, who is well-known for her TV and film roles, said she was extremely impressed by all their achievements, including Peter’s. “It was a pleasure to meet Peter and hear all about his weight loss. He obviously looks great but I know from talking to him that it’s about much more than that, he’s improved his health and is feeling happier and more confident too.”

Millie Lewis, who runs Peter’s Brislington group, said she was proud of him. “Like Peter says, men often think that slimming clubs like Slimming World are female-only environments. Yet with six in 10 men classed as overweight or obese compared to five in 10 women, more men than women need support to slim down and improve their health. It’s fantastic to see blokes like Peter – and in fact all of the men who reached the semi-finals – showing everyone that Slimming World is a man’s world too.”

Fellow slimmer, Andy Gardner, who is part of Emma Woods’ group, joined Slimming World after discovering he had Type 2 Diabetes resulting from high blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Since joining at the end of 2014, Andy has lost 2 st 8lbs, has reduced his cholesterol to 4.9 and no longer needs his diabetes medication.

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Meetings are 3rd Tuesday of the month from 7.30pm at Arnos Manor Hotel, Bath Rd. To come along as a guest: £5. Membership: Currently £9 for the rest of the year

Brislington Women’s Institute @BrislingtonWI

NEXT MEETING: Tuesday 20th Oct.THEME: AGM as well as talk on the ghosts and history of Arnos Manor

September saw the Women’s Institute celebrate it’s 100th birthday. And with it a whole host of festivities – you may

have heard of the garden party hosted at Buckingham Palace, you may be watching ‘The Great British Menu’ competition where chefs are competing to cook at the WI Centenary Banquet or seen reports of the ‘cake-bombing’ at the houses of Parliament.

Well, we weren’t about to be out-done, and so on a sunny afternoon in September we hosted our own Great Brislington Garden Party. Joined by families, friends and locals from around the area, we came together as a community of friends.

St Lukes Scout Hut was transformed by an army of volunteers into the quintessential vintage tea party! Bunting was strung, table clothes ironed, posies of wild flowers were arranged in jam jars, and we were ready to roll.

Platters of fresh cut sandwiches, homemade cakes, scones and savouries were served, tea was poured, processo bubbled away in glasses and a few pints were on hand too. Children and adults made the most of the sunshine getting involved in outdoor games, facepainting and a visit from Mr Puddleduck. Culminating in a raffle of unrivalled magnitiude thanks to the generosity of our local companies and businesses, were able to raise a massive £600 for the Rainbow Centre based in Knowle.

It was perfect day and wonderful experience for all those who attended. The centenary celebrations really have cemented the Women’s Institute’s place in Great Britain and her history. It says a lot that the WI is a charitable organisation that is clearly as relevant today as it was when it was founded.

For most people, their identity is forged by their past experiences and their history. For organisations this is equally the case.

The Women’s Institute was founded in 1915 during World War 1 as an initiative to get women more involved in working together to produce and preserve food. When the war was over the Institutes began planning more varied activities to

suit their members. In a country based on a class system the women’s institute catered to all classes – the Lady of the Manor as well as her servant girls… it was crucial in beginning to break down the barriers of class and introducing women to others that they would never have crossed paths with. By this point women had received the vote, and the WI felt it had a responsibility to help women become active citizens.

During the Second World War the WI came into its own as a charitable organisation, and co-operated with caring for evacuees as well as growing and preserving food. “Between 1940 and 1945 over 5300 tons of fruit was preserved; that is nearly 12 million pounds of fruit which may otherwise have been wasted” (www.thewi.org.uk). It is easy to see where the image of the WI has come from – Jam, Jerusalem, Twinsets

and Pearls!

However, one doesn’t – can’t – stay in the past and yet remain relevant. The WI is shaped by its past,

and its values. The values it was created with remain “The WI plays a unique role in providing women with e d u c a t i o n a l opportunities and the chance to build new skills, to take part in a wide variety of activities and to campaign on issues that matter to them and their communities.” But the way we achieve it varies.

It is a group for women, run by women. Each WI is unique, as each member is unique.

Do you want to know what your WI is like? Come and see! Its not all about tea parties, and cakes, jam or Jerusalem at Brislington WI. We are as likely to be stood with a glass of Prosecco as we are with a cup

of tea, but we are a community and like all communities we are made up of all different ages and personalities; we share one thing in common. We are here because we are open-minded, friendly and want to meet new people. The Wi is all about inspiring women and Brislington WI is no different. Join us on the third Tuesday of every month in Arnos Manor Hotel and come and be Inspired.

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Brunel’s BristolBristol is dotted with Brunel’siconic landmarks, and some of his associates are buried in Arnos Vale too, includingJames Hosken, Captain ofthe famous SS Great Britain.Look out for this simple stone block on your left.

To learn more why not book onto one of ourexpert led tours?

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Height of fashion

The beautiful evergreentrees towering overheadwere considered veryfashionable when thecemetery opened, like the Himalayan Cedar hereand Austrian pines nearby.Other exotic speciesfavoured by the Victoriansfrom around the world, are the Chilean Pine (or‘Monkey Puzzle’), WesternRed Cedar, and Irish Yew.

A haven for wildlife

Arnos Vale is a valuablehabitat to many speciesof wildlife and the cluesto their presence are all around in the sights,sounds and smells of the cemetery.

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Not all as it seemsWhen is a gravestone not a gravestone? When it’s a grave-wood. This memorial at the fork of the path is made of Burmeseteak. Others made of stone can be carvedto look like wood, boulders or plants.

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Bristol’s bestArnos Vale is the last resting place of many people who played animportant part in shaping the city. Mary Carpenter set up a ‘RaggedSchool’, providing free education for Bristol’s poorest children.

To learn more about Mary Carpenterwhy not pick up one of our specialisttrails, available in the gift shop?

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Secret symbolsGravestones can use symbols as wellas writing to give hidden messages.Often these were used to expressfeelings of sadness and loss, butsome can tell us details like aperson’s age, faith and social status.Decipher the symbols in our guidebook available in the gift shop.

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Showing its ageAfter more than 175 years, thelandscape has transformed since the first burial of Mary Breillat, hereon 29th July, 1839. At that time thiswhole hillside was open fields, with aclear view through the Victorian smogto industries along the river Avon.

Optional buggy route (blue dotted line).Continue along the main path and follow it downhilluntil you meet the main road. Stop at the grass island.

Traces left behindThis is the tallest obelisk in Arnos Vale and would have taken great skill to carve. Like paintings in a gallery, memorial masons liked to sign their work, perhaps as a way to advertise their skill.

Can you find the makers name?

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A place for all faiths

Arnos Vale was divided onreligious lines to provide aburial space for differentreligious groups. Arnos Valewas built with two MortuaryChapels and burial areas to accommodate bothAnglicans and other ‘non-conformist’ faiths.

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Meet the neighboursArnos Vale wasn’t the only cemetery established by theVictorians in the neighbourhood. Next door to the east is Holy Souls Catholic Cemetery, and St Mary Redcliffe’sCemetery is across the Bath Road.

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Home sweethome

For generations, cemetery stafflived with their families in theLodges at Arnos Vale. While noone lives in the lodges anymore,the tunnels underground makea comfortable home forroosting bats.

13Lost but not forgotten

Arnos Vale is the last resting place of more than 530 servicemen andwomen who lost their lives duringWW1 and WW2 and other conflicts.The 239 men buried in ‘Soldiers’Corner’ are casualties of WW1 whocame from the UK, Ireland and thecommonwealth.

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A place of pilgrimageThis impressive monument marks the grave of one of Arnos Vale’s most famous people. RajahRammohun Roy is known around the world as the“father of modern India” and his grave is a placeof pilgrimage for visitors from near and far.

Bristol landmarks to visit: His statue on CollegeGreen and painting in the City Museum.

Saved but not safeArnos Vale was saved after decades of neglect andis now managed by the Arnos Vale Cemetery Trustas a charity dependent on public donations.

Please help with a donation to ensure the future of Arnos Vale for generations to come. The maindonation box can be found at the top of theSpielman Centre steps.

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ARNOS VALE DISCOVERY TRAILDiscover the people, wildlife and history that make Arnos Vale so special.

Visit safely – This trail includessome slopes, muddy paths andsteps, with an optional routesuitable for buggies, prams andwheelchairs. Please stick to thepaths and keep dogs on leads.

A working cemeteryArnos Vale Cemetery opened in 1839,and has stayed open as a workingcemetery ever since. There are nowmore than 300,000 people remembered here.

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No expense sparedWhen it came to funerals andgravestones, the Victorians wantedthe grandest they could afford.The Matthews family spent £1,000 on their memorial (about £61,000 in today’s money).

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Brunel’s BristolBristol is dotted with Brunel’siconic landmarks, and some of his associates are buried in Arnos Vale too, includingJames Hosken, Captain ofthe famous SS Great Britain.Look out for this simple stone block on your left.

To learn more why not book onto one of ourexpert led tours?

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Height of fashion

The beautiful evergreentrees towering overheadwere considered veryfashionable when thecemetery opened, like the Himalayan Cedar hereand Austrian pines nearby.Other exotic speciesfavoured by the Victoriansfrom around the world, are the Chilean Pine (or‘Monkey Puzzle’), WesternRed Cedar, and Irish Yew.

A haven for wildlife

Arnos Vale is a valuablehabitat to many speciesof wildlife and the cluesto their presence are all around in the sights,sounds and smells of the cemetery.

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Not all as it seemsWhen is a gravestone not a gravestone? When it’s a grave-wood. This memorial at the fork of the path is made of Burmeseteak. Others made of stone can be carvedto look like wood, boulders or plants.

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Bristol’s bestArnos Vale is the last resting place of many people who played animportant part in shaping the city. Mary Carpenter set up a ‘RaggedSchool’, providing free education for Bristol’s poorest children.

To learn more about Mary Carpenterwhy not pick up one of our specialisttrails, available in the gift shop?

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Secret symbolsGravestones can use symbols as wellas writing to give hidden messages.Often these were used to expressfeelings of sadness and loss, butsome can tell us details like aperson’s age, faith and social status.Decipher the symbols in our guidebook available in the gift shop.

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Showing its ageAfter more than 175 years, thelandscape has transformed since the first burial of Mary Breillat, hereon 29th July, 1839. At that time thiswhole hillside was open fields, with aclear view through the Victorian smogto industries along the river Avon.

Optional buggy route (blue dotted line).Continue along the main path and follow it downhilluntil you meet the main road. Stop at the grass island.

Traces left behindThis is the tallest obelisk in Arnos Vale and would have taken great skill to carve. Like paintings in a gallery, memorial masons liked to sign their work, perhaps as a way to advertise their skill.

Can you find the makers name?

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A place for all faiths

Arnos Vale was divided onreligious lines to provide aburial space for differentreligious groups. Arnos Valewas built with two MortuaryChapels and burial areas to accommodate bothAnglicans and other ‘non-conformist’ faiths.

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Meet the neighboursArnos Vale wasn’t the only cemetery established by theVictorians in the neighbourhood. Next door to the east is Holy Souls Catholic Cemetery, and St Mary Redcliffe’sCemetery is across the Bath Road.

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Home sweethome

For generations, cemetery stafflived with their families in theLodges at Arnos Vale. While noone lives in the lodges anymore,the tunnels underground makea comfortable home forroosting bats.

13Lost but not forgotten

Arnos Vale is the last resting place of more than 530 servicemen andwomen who lost their lives duringWW1 and WW2 and other conflicts.The 239 men buried in ‘Soldiers’Corner’ are casualties of WW1 whocame from the UK, Ireland and thecommonwealth.

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A place of pilgrimageThis impressive monument marks the grave of one of Arnos Vale’s most famous people. RajahRammohun Roy is known around the world as the“father of modern India” and his grave is a placeof pilgrimage for visitors from near and far.

Bristol landmarks to visit: His statue on CollegeGreen and painting in the City Museum.

Saved but not safeArnos Vale was saved after decades of neglect andis now managed by the Arnos Vale Cemetery Trustas a charity dependent on public donations.

Please help with a donation to ensure the future of Arnos Vale for generations to come. The maindonation box can be found at the top of theSpielman Centre steps.

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ARNOS VALE DISCOVERY TRAILDiscover the people, wildlife and history that make Arnos Vale so special.

Visit safely – This trail includessome slopes, muddy paths andsteps, with an optional routesuitable for buggies, prams andwheelchairs. Please stick to thepaths and keep dogs on leads.

A working cemeteryArnos Vale Cemetery opened in 1839,and has stayed open as a workingcemetery ever since. There are nowmore than 300,000 people remembered here.

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No expense sparedWhen it came to funerals andgravestones, the Victorians wantedthe grandest they could afford.The Matthews family spent £1,000 on their memorial (about £61,000 in today’s money).

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Disabled Access

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Arnos Vale Cemetery

September28th Yoga and mindfulness, 7:30pm, £50 per course

October9th Booze Forage Walk, 6pm, £25pp

9th Night at the Cemetery Tour, 7:30pm, £8.40pp

23th Night at the Cemetery Tour, 7:30pm, £8.40pp

24th Autumn Trees Explosion, 11am, £5pp

27th Frightful Forest Funday, 11am, £20pp

28th Creepy Crafts, 11am & 1pm, £10pp

28th Funnybones, 3pm, £4pp

29th Room on the Broom, 3pm, £4pp

29th The Addams Family, 4:30pm, £13pp

29th The Blair Witch Project, 7pm, £13pp

30th Night at the Cemetery Tour - Family Tour, 6pm, £12 per family

31st Twilight Tour for Families, 4:30pm & 6pm, £12 per family

Brislington Conservation and History Society

October29th Bristol Railway Stations 7:30pm

Other Events

October

17th Messy Church, 10am, St. Luke’s

17th Councillor’s Surgery, 10:30am - 12pm, Wick Rd Library

20th Brislington Wi, 7:30pm, Arnos Manor Hotel

Weekly Events

Zumba with Kate, Every Monday 10am, at URC Wick Road

Craft Club, Every Monday 7:30 to 9pm at St. Peter’s

Lunch Club, Every Tuesday and Wednesday 10:30am to 1.30 pm at St. Peter’s

The King’s Arms Pub Quiz, Every Tuesday, 8pm £1 per person, maximum 6 people per team

Over 50s Club, Every Wednesday 2:30pm to 3:30pm at St. Peter’s

The King’s Arms Open Mike Night, Every Thursday, 8pm

Pilates, Every Tuesday, 5:10pm, St John’s Hall, Wick Road

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Hello, we are Cllr Rhian Greaves and Cllr Eileen Means representing Brislington West. We are trying to make the voice of the Brislington heard loud and clear in the Council. We would like to take this opportunity to inform you of the issues we have been busy with over the last few months.

Wick Road LibraryOver the past 8 months, we have participated in council discussions regarding the future of Wick Road Library, which was threatened with closure as part of the Mayor’s attempt to save £1.1 million from his budget. Thanks to the magnificent ‘Save Wick Road Library’ campaign we were able to debate its future at a Full Council Meeting and ultimately, the library was saved. This campaign demonstrated that the library was not just a library, it is a vital community space for Brislington. It is not just about books but a safe haven for many people. Various groups hold their activities there such as Crafty Ladies, mother and toddler groups, councillors’ surgeries and the I.T. club. Since the closure of Wicklea Youth Centre, Brislington has been lacking many community spaces. Now that the library has been saved, we are exercising caution as the library may have a reduction in staff and hours. The Mayor promised that no libraries will close so we hope that he will maintain our library.

Bloomfield InnWe have been contacted recently by a number of residents concerned about the demolition of the Bloomfield Inn on Bloomfield Road, site safety, security and working practices. We visited the site and were shocked by the state it’s in. A hole where the cellar used to be represents a real danger to local residents. We contacted the Planning Enforcement Team who conducted a site visit and spoke with the contractor/developer. They confirm that a Demolition Notice Process was followed, but the developer does not hold a site health and safety remit, so this has been reported to the Health and Safety Executive. We have pushed for the developer/landowner to engage with local residents as planning permission is required before any redevelopment can be undertaken.

Brislington’s Green SpacesWe have received reports of dirt bikers racing and resulting damage in Stockwood Lane Nature Reserve. We have asked the Police to increase their patrols there. We are also asking the Greater Brislington Neighbourhood Forum to look at ideas to prevent the few spoiling the enjoyment of the majority who play and walk there. We have asked them to consider bollards and fences to make it harder for them to get dirt bikes on site.

Recently, we worked with Tony Carey of The Friends of Brislington Brook to uproot Himalayan Balsam, an invasive non-native weed which can be found all over our green spaces, such as in the Nightingale Valley and Eastwood Farm.

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A high quality newly constructed first floor apartment offering flexible accommodation to an exceptional standard of finish. Due for completion shortly, the apartment is both well proportioned and impressive with top level fittings throughout.

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Savoy Road,£895 pcm

Allison Road £1100 pcm

Stunning, beautifully presented & extended 1930’s terrace. Superb space in a great location offering 3 beds, lounge, extended dining/day room, fully equipped kitchen, downstairs w.c., utility room, sunny gdns, off street pkg plus det garage, gas c.h & double glazing.

Latimer Close,£850 pcm

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It’s a stroll in the park with this delightful period conversion as it’s situated directly opposite Arnos park and comes with a direct route into the city, local amenities of Sandy Park and the Paintworks.- First Floor Apartment- 2 Double Bedrooms- Bayed Lounge- Fitted Kitchen- ModernBathroom- No Chain

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Bath Road, £155,000

Grove Park Ave, £249,950

Situated in one of Brislington’s most sought after roads, a larger than average 2 bedroom double bay Victorian Villa that is in fact larger than many 3 bedroom houses in the locality. Offering a wealth of “must have” features including a south facing garden and period elements such as spindled stairs and ceiling decor.

Sandy Park Road,£269,950

Victorian terraces are renowned for their size and this one has bags of it, from the open plan bayed lounge diner to the kitchen breakfast room and with two double bedrooms with the master being some 16’6 x 16’21. -Double Glazing- Gas Central Heating- Gardens- Off Street Parking

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Set in one of the areas most sought after roads and very near to Arnos Vale Park, this double bayed house has the ‘whole package’ of size, space, features and benefits such as period fireplaces, ornate ceiling detail, superb and spacious kitchen and bathroom, 4/5 bedrooms.

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Hampstead Road, £435,000

The Rock, Bristol, £269,950

Idyllic, charming and unique. Just 3 thoughts that come to mind when trying to describe this 19 Century, ex- miners, end terrace cottage situated close to Brislington Brook in a quite secluded part of Brislington village.


Apartment 1, Long Fox Manor, 855 Bath Road, Brislington, Bristol- We are in receipt of an offer of £180,000, Subject to contract for this property. Anyone wishing to place a higher offer must do so before legal exchange of contracts.

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Situated in one of Brislington’s most sought after roads, a larger than average 2 bedroom double bay Victorian Villa that is in fact larger than many 3 bedroom houses in the locality. Offering a wealth of “must have” features including a south facing garden and period elements such as spindled stairs and ceiling decor.

Sandy Park Road,£269,950

Victorian terraces are renowned for their size and this one has bags of it, from the open plan bayed lounge diner to the kitchen breakfast room and with two double bedrooms with the master being some 16’6 x 16’21. -Double Glazing- Gas Central Heating- Gardens- Off Street Parking

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BristolHarlequinsMakeaMixedStartAll three of Bristol Harlequins’ rugby teams made a winning start to the new season, but the first and second XVs then followed up with thumping defeats. The First XV beat Whitehall 33-30 with a last minute score on the opening weekend, but followed up with an away defeat to Chew Valley 48-7. The Second XV won comfortably 31-3 away at Wyvern but then lost 36-14 at home to Crewkerne. Finally, the Third XV won their first fixture 51-18 at home to Yatton III, but have not played since.

Slow Starts for Brislington’s Football TeamsFive games in and Brislington FC’s men’s team are sitting 5th in the table, but are already out of the FA Cup. An Extra-time 2-1 over Ashton & Blackwell however, has kept them in the FA Vase and a chance of glory. After a slow start including a 3-1 defeat to Bodmin in the FA Cup, the men’s team have won their last two league games at the time of going to print after beating both Cribbs (home) and Clevedon Town (away) 2-1. As for Brislington FC Ladies, they are yet to kick off their season while other teams have played games and Frome Town currently sit top with a 100% record from two games.

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