The Knowledge - Issue 81

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For the residents of Filwood and parts of

Knowle & Windmill Hill

ISSUE 81 AUGUST - NOVEMBER 2018

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Frankie is double world champion p11 New home for boxing club? p3 Hearts and Stars awards p13

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THANKS TO: the Newsletter Steering Group and Knowle West Media Centre (Sue Mackinnon - Editor and Community Journalism Tutor, Bart Blazejewski - Designer).

All articles express the views of individual contributors and do not necessarily represent the opinions of the Steering Group or KWMC.

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A word from us

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his summer will be remembered for being one of the hottest on record. But it isn’t just the weather that’s hitting the headlines. It’s also been a season of awards across Knowle West – from the successful groups winning grants from Pitch Your Project p7 to the Hearts and Stars’ awards for volunteers across the area p13.

A huge congratulations from The Knowledge to eleven-yearold Frankie Horsman who is now a double world champion in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and both lives and trains locally p11.

Also to the residents winning learning awards and to local charity Young and Free which runs a buddying service for young disabled people and has just won a Diversity award. P10.

Knowle West is also home to the world’s first test-tube baby - Louise Brown (now Mullinder), who has just turned 40 with international media interest for being the start of IVF for millions of childless couples. P11.

There’s plenty to look forward to in the autumn – including Knowle West Fest at Filwood Community Centre on 22 September which promises to be “bigger and better’ than ever with plenty of live local acts to put the area on the map.

Thanks to all those who sent in photos and articles and for our advertisers helping to keep The Knowledge going. We’ve gone up to 24 pages as a result of this support and because there’s so much happening in your community…

Sue Mackinnon Editor Call: 0117 903 0444 Email: theknowledge@kwmc.org.uk Write to us at KWMC, Leinster Avenue, Bristol BS4 1 NL

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Proper Bristol Postcard Competition

Outline planning on new uni site

Bristolians are being asked to enter a photography competition to create postcards showing “the best and worst of the city.”

With categories for both over and under 18s, the deadline is 30 September. Sixteen winning images will be reproduced as postcards and posters.

For more information visit: www. prsc.org.uk/proper-bristol-postcardcompetition/

Outline planning permission has been granted for University of Bristol’s new £300 million Temple Quarter Enterprise Campus.

The seven-acre site next to Bristol Temple Meads railway station will span the derelict former Royal Mail sorting office and part of Arena Island. It will provide teaching and research space for some 800 staff, with accommodation for up to 1,500 students.

It is planned to welcome the first students in 2021/22 – with the site “at the forefront of digital and management research”.

The University has revised its initial proposals following feedback - including reducing the height of the student accommodation buildings from 25 to 21 storeys and changing the layout. www.knowlewest.co.uk

Emergency card for carers Carers in Knowle West who look after someone who couldn’t manage without their help can sign up to a new scheme and carry a Carers Emergency Card.

If a carer has an accident or is taken seriously ill – the card can be used to alert a 24 hour emergency call centre to help the person they care for. It can also be used for discounts at some local outlets, including shops and restaurants.

Visit www.carerssupportcentre.org. uk or call CarersLine on 0117 965 2200.

Temple Quarter site secured for new Academy A permanent site for Bristol’s largest secondary school has finally been secured in Temple Quarter.

Oasis Academy Temple Quay can take up to 1,600 students, including a sixth form – and will serve young people aged 11 to 18 from the central and east areas of the city.

Oasis Community Learning has been selected to create the flagship school which was originally due to open in September 2019.

Full story www.knowlewest.co.uk

Delay to demolition of old cinema The demolition of the old cinema on Filwood Broadway has been delayed while tests are done on the site – following the finding of more asbestos in the building.

At time of going to press the work was still expected to start some time in August but Councillor Chris Jackson said roads around the site would be leafleted to let residents know prior to work starting.

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Help prevent fires Avon Fire and Rescue Service (AF&RS) has issued a safety message following a period of prolonged hot weather which has led to an an increase in outdoor fires.

In July, firefighters from Bedminster tackled a grass fire on the Northern Slopes and were also called to an incident near Knowle West Health Park which locals say was deliberately started.

They are asking the public to be vigilant – having been called to 417 fires throughout July as opposed to 179 in 2017.

Assistant Chief Fire Officer for AF&RS, Rob Davis, said: “…Basic precautions can make a big difference, such as taking your rubbish with you as glass bottles and cigarette ends can easily start fires…” For more information visit www.countrysideaccess.gov.uk

@theparkknowle Universal Credit is here. For help and information look on the Knowle West web site - http://www.knowlewest.co.uk

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Speeding cars in Wallingford could ‘kill a child’

eighbours in a Knowle West road have come together to start a Safer Streets campaign - fearing speeding cars could kill a child if something isn’t done soon.

People living in Wallingford Road say they want to get the council to “acknowledge the need for traffic calming measures” before it is too late.

One resident, Ms Jones said: “…

People use Wallingford Road as a cut-through to Hengrove Way and we’re concerned this is only going to increase with people avoiding the new Metrobus route.

“My partner and I had our cat run over last year which cost us £3k in vet bills and the driver didn’t even stop…

“We’ve seen children nearly killed by passing cars turning into the street from Leinster Avenue… We’re interested to know if anyone else in Knowle has had any luck with a Safer Streets campaign…

“I really don’t want to have to wait for a child to be killed before someone at the city council starts listening… “ She said several of them had contacted local councillors about the issue but had not yet received a response.

20mph signs ‘don’t work’.

New home for threatened boxing club?

the organisation is selling the site for development to invest in its future.

The Park says: "As a charity, we have a responsibility to ensure that we are sustainable and can continue the important work that we do for the whole community.

"We wanted to give the boxing club as much time as possible to find alternative premises."

They originally gave Skemer a deadline of 1 August to have moved off the site, but this has been extended to 31 December following community pressure.

Skemer says that the club - known for its anti-bullying classes - is needed to "keep the kids off the street."

"I'm putting so much confidence back into our youth and putting a bit of discipline into them," he says.

He thanks The Park, the Mayor, Filwood Councillor Chris Jackson and the community for their help in the hunt to find the boxing club a new home.

Bristol City Council’s Cabinet Member for Sport, Councillor Kye Dudd says:

By Community Reporter Charlie Watts Local sporting legend Chris 'Skemer' Winters is hoping to secure Jubilee Hall in Wedmore Vale as the new home for his boxing club.

The club is currently on land in Tavistock Road owned by The Park - but has been forced to relocate as

Another resident, Mr Richards said: ‘… I don’t know why people have to drive so fast but I can’t see that changing unless we get speed bumps - the 20mph signs don’t work.”

Councillor Chris Jackson said he had visited the road with a PCSO and a speed camera three times at different times of day. Evidence was needed before approaching Bristol City Council to install speed humps.

He said: “I have tried to set up a community speed watch with cameras in the road. If anyone is interested in being part of this they should contact me.”

Community beat officer for Filwood, PC Ben Blackmore, said the speed watch was “an excellent idea” and he would be happy to set one up with Cllr Jackson.

“There are also two residents’ groups running in the local area who deal with these types of issues… Inns Court and Melvin Square - residents are more than welcome to attend these meetings and voice their concerns about speeding cars.

“These residents’ groups were created for this type of problem to enable residents to speak directly face to face with the correct authority needed…

“In the meantime I will conduct high visible patrols in this area on foot and I am always happy to stop and speak with the residents regarding their concerns.”

Anyone interested in starting a community speed watch should contact Cllr Jackson on 0117 353 3163 or cllr. christopher.jackson@bristol.gov.uk For details of residents’ groups, check out noticeboards or The Knowledge ‘Dates’.

For the full stories visit our website

www.knowlewest.co.uk "We will continue to do what we can to support the boxing club and maintain this valuable community asset.

"We are currently looking to see if there are any options for a new home for the club that we can help with and whether we can find a feasible option out of our own properties."

Jubilee Hall is one building that has been touted as a potential new home for the boxing club, with Skemer keen to take over the council-owned property.

He says: "Hopefully Jubilee Hall in Wedmore Vale will be the place.

Fingers-crossed the council will grant me the building."

@TristanCorkPost Last-ditch appeal to save the boxing gym that’s a Knowle West institution Someone in KW must know a place @WintersSkemer can set up? #Bristol pls RT @joehughesboxing @LeeHaskins118

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Delay to Quietway – and anger at clearance of nature reserve Completion of the Filwood Quietway through the Northern Slopes has been delayed until autumn – with locals outraged at the removal of more vegetation on the nature reserve.

Work to build the cycling and walking route from Hengrove to the city centre began in February through the Northern Slopes – with the footpath from Glyn Vale closed during construction. It was originally hoped to finish construction in July.

But discovery of human waste and drugs equipment around the site meant work had to stop to clear the area.

The Northern Slopes Initiative (NSI), a group of volunteers who maintain the green space, are up in arms at the destruction of extra vegetation - without communication from the council.

NSI Chair Bob Franks said: “Locals are outraged at the increase in disturbance and vegetation removal from

Bristol South Skyline Walk developing app

By Community Reporter Ian Watt A new app is being developed that will enable people to follow the Bristol South Skyline Walk through local green spaces with spectacular views - on their smartphones.

Bristol South Skyline Walk (BSSW) is a route which developed as part of the Bristol Green Capital 2015 celebrations.

It takes you on an exciting journey of discovery across parts of South Bristol using pavements and footpaths to lead walkers to places which allows you to see Bristol from a less well known perspective.

Young cooks at Square Food Square Food Foundation is launching a 12-week programme How to be a Chef in September - for 16s-25s who may not have the qualifications but have the passion.

The Knowle cookery school recently hosted the finals to crown Bristol’s Young Cook and Young Apprentice of the Year –

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the Slopes Nature Reserve, especially during the nesting season.

“We were shocked to find even though we had been trying to help get information out to the Quietway Steering Group, work had started on site before we knew what was happening. We wrote to the Mayor who has stated that communications should improve…

“It is extremely disappointing to see that part of the Glyn Vale site and footpaths will be closed to the public for even longer…. “ A Bristol City Council spokesperson said: “As part of our work to create more accessible cycling and walking routes throughout the city, we've been working with the local community to make sure this scheme can be built sensitively, to compliment this treasured public space.

“We have been in touch with the Northern Slopes Initiative during this process including giving them tours of the site and will increase our efforts to Once the app is is launched, it will add to the leaflet already available on the group’s website.

Shaun Hennessey (45) one of the founder members says: “The unique selling points of the …green spaces of South Bristol are the views, because it follows the ridge, you get a great view of Bristol as you walk along.

“It’s very much a co-operative work of drawing in different groups involved with different green spaces, to link them up. The idea of the Skyline Walk enables people to engage with spaces that they might not otherwise access…”

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make sure they are kept updated of future progress…”

He said excess soil had to be removed during construction but could not be recycled “due to litter contamination”. The area of vegetation had to be cleared to store it - but would be “replaced with grassland and shrubs to encourage a greater variety of wildlife to the area”. All work was supervised by an ecologist and paid for by central government.

“Unfortunately this work has delayed the project but we are still confident it will improve the area for local people…”

For information about Filwood Quietway visit www.travelwest.info www.northern-slopes-initiative.co.uk get to see as far as Dundry Hill and Purdown next to the M32 and from Victoria Park you can get views of Cabot Tower, Bristol Cathedral and University of Bristol Tower as well as St Mary Redcliffe Church.

Walkers can also discover wildlife and plant life that is hidden away.

Much of the route of 7.5 miles is actually through green space, including the initial stretch that runs along the New Cut from Temple Meads station towards Arnos Vale.

For more details and updates including the map on the website: http://bssw.org.uk

which was part of the Teaching a City to Cook programme to encourage children and families to get cooking.

For information about the course visit www.squarefoodfoundation.co.uk For the full stories visit our website

www.knowlewest.co.uk ‫@ ‏‬morss_alex New! Family Naturalist is a new Twitter account for young nature lovers and their families, sharing ideas, inspiration, events, books & help with ID: @FamilyAndNature

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New bus needed to keep Sprint going A well-used community transport service providing a lifeline to older people in Knowle West is desperately in need of a new bus to keep going.

The Sprint service runs from Inns Court Community and Family Centre taking local people to groups, on shopping trips and monthly excursions – and has over 300 members.

At the moment one of the buses is off the road and in need of repair, so there is a reduced service – and The Sprint will have to raise £30,000 for a new vehicle.

Centre Manager Sue Jones told The Knowledge: “We have a 14 seater Fiat that has been in the garage since last October…

Replacement for axed 51 bus The 51 bus service which is being withdrawn by Wessex due to financial reasons from September will now be taken over by First Bus. Two years ago First axed the service - which was saved after a huge public campaign when Wessex Bus stepped in to run it. First will now take it over again and run it as a 2A service with reduced hours.

The route from the city centre through Broad Walk and Knowle to Hengrove Hospital will now run

Metrobus update With the M3 Emersons Green route proving popular this summer after starting at the end of May – an announcement is due to be made about the start of the delayed M2.

A Metrobus spokesperson said at the end of July the walking and cycling path that runs alongside the M2 route from Long Ashton to the city centre had recently opened and was already being used.

He said: “The path offers a trafficfree route from the Park and Ride to the Centre via the Harbourside and also connects with the paths on the South Bristol Link and Festival Way. “The M1 is due to begin in the new year, Bristol Community Transport

“This means we are reliant on one 14-seater bus and a people carrier.

However, the people carrier is very old and also too low for some of our members with severe mobility issues…

“We’ve had some very generous donations from our members and this is gradually building up. It’s hoped with some more donations we can then match fund to buy a good secondhand accessible 14 seater-bus which will cost around £30,000.”

Members have been attending coffee mornings to bring in funds and this summer the Centre laid on a twocourse lunch, raffle and a pom pom class – raising £129.

The Sprint is also in need of more volunteer drivers – which along with a new bus could

“significantly increase” the service.

Ninety-two-year-old Stan Whitchurch says: “…I use it for doctors’ appointments, social clubs and going for lunch and shopping with my friend.

Taxi fares I just couldn’t afford so The Sprint is literally my only way out of the house...”

To donate or volunteer contact

The Sprint at Inns Court Community and Family Centre in Marshall Walk on 0117 904 1220.

Monday to Fridays only from 6.30am to 7.30pm.

A spokesperson from Rotala said: “Rotala Plc recently announced that we are closing our Wessex Bus business in the Bristol and Bath areas from 2nd September 2018.

“The Cheltenham & Gloucester Omnibus arm of Stagecoach will be taking on seven of our current bus routes from this date. Remaining services have either been lost in recent tender rounds or have been de-registered.”

Lyn Caple who has campaigned for better public transport to Knowle West in the past and fought to save the 89

service said: “I don’t know why they want to do it to this area, everything gets taken away from us – they don’t listen to the public…”

First Bristol Managing Director James Freeman said: “Our new 2A service will ensure that passengers who used to use Service 51 will still have a bus service from Monday 3rd September, providing connections to the Broadwalk Shopping Centre, Wells Road, Temple Meads and the City Centre.

"Service 2A will operate on Mondays to Fridays in the first instance; if enough people use it, we may be able to expand the service in due course.”

has started work on upgrading their Parson Street depot and its refuelling facilities for the biogas buses that they will use… They will be creating 60 new jobs at the Bedminster depot for Metrobus.

“Buses will start using part of the South Bristol Link in the autumn when the Airport Flyer starts running a service that uses the Metrobus busway and the new road.

“Although there isn‘t a Metrobus service using the road, the councils do fully expect that operators will start operating a commercial bus service on it in the near future.”

Metrobus also reported off-bus ticketing on the M3 route has been very successful with big sales of tickets from the Metrobus iPoints,

First’s mTicket and through the Travelwest smartcard. https://travelwest.info/metrobus/

@FilwoodGreen Big news! @BrisOpenDoors is launching today and we're part of it! Check out the festival website http://bit.ly/2NCaraa #BristolOpenDoors

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Police Report:

By PCSO Gary Mason

ith the rise in temperatures - we usually see an increase in the amount of off-road bikes and mopeds being used in an anti-social manner.

We’ve had a number of complaints about off-road motorbikes riding around the Northern Slopes. These riders often show no regard for other users, grazing animals or local residents affected by noise. Paths and fields get completely churned up – ruining the green space for others.

It’s not just off-road riding that causes an issue; riding on roads in a manner that is anti-social, for example performing wheelies, causes a danger to other road users and the rider themselves.

So what does the law say? Common land, contrary to popular belief, cannot be used for any purpose. There is a right of access for grazing animals and for leisure purposes - but this does not cover the riding of off-road bikes, or quad bikes.

If found to be riding bikes on public land in a manner that causes harassment, alarm or distress (this includes noise from non-road standard exhausts) - you will be committing an offence under Section 59 of the Police Reform Act 2002.

This act gives police officers and PCSOs the power to issue a warning to both rider and bike owner.

This warning lasts 12 months. If the rider commits this offence again within these 12 months, we have the power to seize the bike.

If you drive your trial bike, mini-moto, quad bike or similar off-road vehicle on the road it must have:

• Valid MOT certificate if more than three years old • Full car licence or a category B1 licence if issued before January 1997 • A minimum of third party insurance to drive a quad bike on the road • Registered with the DVLA, taxed, with front and rear number plates.

New way to get things done in Knowle West

By Lewis Campbell A new partnership between residents, organisations and community groups is being set up to help local people ‘get things done’ in their neighbourhood - and have more say.

Knowle West Alliance will be building on all the good work happening locally and has been given funding by Quartet Community Foundation to develop from September.

Local organisations have been working with community development workers from Vivid Regeneration to find out residents' ideas about what the partnership should be like.

Chief Executive of rework, Vicky Beckwith says: “The new partnership makes it possible for people to discover new skills, make changes and find the money to make that happen.”

Local resident Joy Pollard says: “I’ve lived in Knowle West forty years and I absolutely love it. People pull together. But there is more to Knowle West than we are seeing.”

Bob Fisher is a local sporting hero as well as a board member for Community in Partnership Knowle West and Knowle West Media Centre.

He says: “People want a new partnership to get more residents involved, build individuals’ confidence in the area and in themselves - and enable residents and organisations to work together on larger projects to benefit the area and make lasting changes.”

Vivid Regeneration has produced a report on its findings: If your bike does not meet these requirements you may be issued with points, a fine and possibly have the vehicle seized.

Broadbury Road officers have a special operation set up to deal with this issue - where trained officers use motorbikes and off-road bikes to deter and disrupt people using bikes in an illegal or anti-social manner.

Since summer started, we have seized a number of off-road bikes and mopeds and issued ten section 59 warnings.

We rely on the public for information - if you see or hear nuisance off-road bikes, call 101, or in an emergency 999. We are particularly interested to know who the riders are and where the bikes are stored - and noting the registration will really help us.

Download the full report here: Knowle West_Building a Partnership_final report 070618 or for a shorter version: Quick Read Building a Partnership in KW. To get involved contact Judith Taylor by emailing judith@ vividregeneration.com or look out for further information in the next Knowledge.

Help increase Bristol’s tree canopy

By Volunteer Tree Champion Jim Smith This evergreen oak tree is growing near Eagle House on Newquay Road – if you removed it what a difference to our lives there would be.

As well as providing shade, trees absorb carbon-dioxide, clean up pollution and soak up excess water – thus reducing flooding.

It is a fact that two large trees would provide enough oxygen for a family of four for a year.

The Bristol Tree Forum, Bristol City Council, The Woodland Trust and Avon Wildlife Trust are working together to raise the present Bristol tree canopy from 18.6% to 30%. You can help in this project by sponsoring a tree as an individual or group.

Visit www.bristol.gov.uk The Bristol Tree Forum is currently accepting entries for Bristol Tree of the Year 2018 until 1 September.

To promote this campaign, you can do one or both of the following: Go to Twitter, search for #talking trees and send a selfie of yourself with your favourite tree adding the reason for your choice.

Send a photo of your tree of choice for Bristol Tree of the Year to bristoltreeforum.org To support this project you could even become a Tree Champion!

Visit www.bristoltreeforum.org/be-atree-champion to find out more.

Congratulations to all the successful participants last night #pitchyourproject and especially the #hattrick from Knowle West 6 @carolynhassan @FilwoodCentre for #kwestfest @Reworkcharity @KWhealthfest with #manalive reflecting all the great energy passion and #communityspirit

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Knowle West groups pitch successfully for a share of £70k

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nowle West groups took part in a unique event at Ashton Gate Stadium in July to pitch for grants of up to £10,000 from the Big Lottery Fund.

And on this occasion it was local people and not funders who had the power to choose the projects they felt had the most to offer their communities. The event was organised by Voscur and the Big Lottery Fund - with £70,000 available for South Bristol.

There was a poem and a demonstration of apple pressing as the groups gave the elevator pitches of their lives – with four Knowle West groups winning grants.

Community in Partnership Knowle West, (on behalf of Knowle West Together), re:work, Knowle West Health Park’s Man Alive group and Redcatch Community Garden were all successful on the night.

The Northern Slopes Initiative (NSI) was later awarded a grant in recognition of their value to the community.

Results were: Knowle West Together – £9,985 to put on Knowle West Fest Knowle West Health Park Man Alive – £9,972 to grow the group and increase support.

Redcatch Community Garden – £9,938 to fund equipment including an apple press. re:work – £7,200 to part fund a worker for the re:focus project Northern Slopes Initiative – £1,190 to fund tools for more volunteers to work on the Slopes.

Makala Cheung who pitched on behalf of Knowle West Together said she was “over the moon” to receive the money for the fourth Knowle West Fest to be held in September.

She said: “I told a story of growing up as a Knowle Wester and how people across the city see you and make assumptions about who you are… There’s so much going on in Knowle West and the festival will change feelings about the area both inside and out."

Ian Watt a member of Man Alive read a poem about the group:

MAN ALIVE In days before, We felt that we, Had been passed by.

Des anyone have a role for us?

Was our collective sigh.

And so man DEAD We sat, we sank Failing to thrive Could we become Other than that: Man ALIVE? And yet this group Helps the loop To reconnect We realise then Despite it all We resurrect.

To share our gifts And socialise And gradually We open our eyes, To fly the flag for middle-aged men Who've lost the will To live again.

We may be crushed, Not in despair Though some of us Have lost some hair.

And if it felt, 'They' didn't care WE RISE THE MEN THE BLOKES, THE BOYS TO ACT, TO SPEAK, TO MAKE SOME NOISE GET UP YOU GUYS IT IS A CHOICE TO BE RESTORED TO GET A VOICE WE DIG for victory in patches WE FISH and get some real catches WE HOPE that England win their matches WE EAT

to get some mojo back To see what IS, not what we lack WE SEIZE on life we will arrive

THAT’S IT THAT'S US THAT'S MAN ALIVE

Members of the NSI’s Green Gym on the Slopes.

Chair of the NSI Bob Franks said: “We didn’t get enough votes to win any money on the night – but a little later we were give the money as part of the funding opportunity.

“We are buying replacement tools and new types of tools to enable more people to get involved in the work we are doing on the Slopes – and hopefully increase their health and well-being.”

Funding Lead at Voscur Jenny Wildblood said of the event: “…I can’t really express just how great the pitches were - we laughed, we cheered as we grew For we thecried, full stories visit our website prouder and prouder of the amazing work that South www.knowlewest.co.uk Bristol organisations do for their community….”

@voscur Check out some of the amazing photos from our recent #pitchyourproject event in South Bristol which saw groups walk away with funding of up to £10k from @BigLotteryFund https://www.flickr.com/photos/voscur/albums

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Knowle West Fest is back

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uilding on the success of the last three years - Knowle West Fest will be back in September even ‘bigger and better’ than before.

This year it’s a double celebration as the festival’s theme not only focuses on ‘Proud of Knowle West’ - but also celebrates the 80th birthday of Filwood Community Centre where the event will be hosted.

The festival has been made possible with funding from the Big Lottery and will be run by Knowle West Together – a group of organisations working to improve the area.

Makala Cheung from Community in Partnership Knowle West (CIPKW) will be leading the event this year.

She says: “Showcasing the hidden talents of Knowle West, all the acts performing and stalls on the day are from the local area.

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Makala Cheung is one of the performers at Knowle West Fest.

"Come and celebrate with your community and make new friends.”

Activities will span across the whole of Filwood Community Centre and the green space in front of the building.

There will be live music from local musicians and DJs, martial arts and dance as well as a local market, den making and a circus. Other attractions include a sing-along, tattoos and face painting and a range of food stalls and arts and crafts.

Additional support will be provided

by LinkAge and Active Ageing to provide activities for older people.

The celebrations run from 1pm until 10pm. To get involved contact Makala on 0117 914 9216, email makala@ filwoodcentre.org.uk or visit Facebook - Knowle West Fest 2018.

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‫@ ‏‬WeCanMake_ Welcome Ash, Alice and family. Delighted to have you to stay tonight. Local people from #KnowleWest can stay for free every Thursday to try out our prototype affordable We Can Make house. Let us know if you want to try it out.

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his autumn parents can unleash their children into the urban wild – with an array of outdoor activities happening on The Northern Slopes for pre-schoolers.

Every Wednesday in term-time families explore nature and share outdoor fun - with Avon Wildlife Trust’s My Wild Child sessions on The Bommie.

From mud painting and mini-beast hunts; to songs, storytelling and nature crafts with a seasonal twist – youngsters can learn about the wild world around them in child-led activities within the city.

Avon Wildlife Trust has been given funding from the People's Postcode Lottery to provide these regular wildplay sessions for two to four-yearolds for free on the Northern Slopes.

Community Centre looks to the future

By Emmeline Rodman

Learning Development Project Office Sarah Horsell says: “…The children love splashing in the stream and the water is very clean because we did a stream dip recently and found damsel fly nymphs and freshwater shrimp.

“People like the sessions because they are very relaxed and child-led.

They like taking magnifiers and looking around. Recently we made seedbombs to attract moths into your gardens and another popular activity is rolling tyres down the hill.”

Mum Rosa who attends sessions with her two toddlers says she grew up in the countryside and “wants her children to have the same experience.”

And dad Doug says: "My favourite part is watching Beth encounter new situations and then grow each week

as the situations become the norm. Beth's favourite part of My Wild Child has to be exploring the stream!"

Sessions take place on Wednesdays in term-time 1-2.30pm. Visit www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/mywildchild

continuing to house award-winning community groups and sports activities. Things to look out for include the refreshed café, improved signage, and a new dance studio.

Volunteer Marcus Way has also helped to re-open an old photography darkroom.

Makala Cheung is the new member of the Community in Partnership Knowle West (CIPKW) team which runs the building.

She says: “The vision for the centre is to be an arts, culture and happiness hub for Knowle West and South Bristol and a place to be proud of.

“I hope everyone sees the centre as a fun destination for all ages and cultures to come together to build on local pride.”

The team has been busy working on a new business plan which will seek funds to refurbish the ceiling

of the main event space and further improve the other rooms for community activities. Local support for this new direction is evident, with the ‘Friends of Filwood Community Centre’ Facebook group reaching over a thousand members.

Many changes in the centre have been supported by dedicated local volunteers and the CIPKW team is always open to hearing local people’s ideas - helping them realise the potential of the building and bring their passions and hobbies to life. Just recently a keen group of pingpongers have started a new Saturday get-together.

The centre offers volunteering opportunities to share or develop skills, including gardening, helping with reception and flyering to spread the word about the activities and changes.

Or you can support their work by attending events and just having fun…

For more information visit www.filwood centre.org.uk or call call 0117 914 9216.

Picture Tanya Long

In the last issue of The Knowledge we explored the past to celebrate the 80th birthday of Filwood Community Centre.

So we returned to see what exciting changes had been made and to find out about their big plans for the future.

An abundant blooming garden greets anyone entering the centre, lovingly nurtured by volunteer Don Jones. The green spaces now spread to the rear of the building - with small allotment plots available for local residents.

This work is part of the ongoing development of the Centre, supporting local residents and

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Volunteers painting the railings outside Filwood Community Centre.

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Diversity award for disabled charity A Knowle West charity which offers a befriending service for young disabled people has just won a Bristol Diversity Award.

Young and Free based at Filwood community centre helps combat loneliness for 16-25s across Bristol with physical and sensory impairments.

The ceremony which took place at the Mercure Hotel is to recognise those who have gone above and beyond to celebrate, promote and support Bristol's diverse communities. Young and Free Project Co-ordinator Laura Whittle said: “It was brilliant to be shortlisted on its own but it was an amazing shock and surprise when Young and Free was named as the winner of our category (Disability Organisation).

“It was fantastic for the charity to be recognised for the amazing work it does to support and give opportunities to the disabled young people of Bristol.”

Young and Free team left: Anwar Khan, Marie Webb and front Laura Whittle getting their award.

Love movies?

Join a film club.

A Filwood film club which has been treating residents to showings of old movies for over a decade is looking for new members.

Silver Screen is a monthly group for over 50s which meets at Novers Park Community Centre and is supported by Knowle West Media Centre.

But to those faithfully attending for the past 11 years, the club is about more than just watching a film - giving them the chance to socialise over a cup of tea.

Volunteer organiser Karron Chaplin says: “The people who come here love it so much we’ve had two anonymous donations for £200 and £50 to help keep it going.

“They pick the films, which can be anything from old musicals or cowboys to drama but comedy is their favourite…They have tea, cakes, good company and time

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Learning awards for Knowle West residents

our residents have been given awards for their work in Knowle West at an Employment, Skills and Learning Celebration at City Hall.

Keisha Cooper and Becky Lane jointly received a Learning Ambassadors award for running the Our Time group – which started as a support for women who have experienced domestic abuse.

They were given the accolade for “championing learning as a way to make positive changes in life” – facilitating this by “finding venues, raising funds and continually looking for progression routes for those they support”.

Becky and Keisha said: “We are both really proud to receive the

award for running Our Time. We have both worked so hard to get the group set up and get funding to keep it going.

“We are passionate about keeping it going as we both want to help and support local women - like we had when we needed it.”

Janet Nawrocki and Kelly Harris both won Learner’s Awards - having completed a wide range of courses with Community Learning.

They now work as Early Years Support Workers at Knowle West Children’s Centre (KWCC) and also volunteer at Cook and Play sessions there - where they have helped create a cook book.

Our Time’s Keisha Cooper (left) and Becky Lane getting their award from Principal of City of Bristol College, Lee Probert. to be spoilt – and to meet friends for a catch up.

‘We also provide information through speakers about local activities in the area, such as health and wellbeing and the club has provided a stepping stone for somenew retirees into joining other things...”

Local walk leaders Bill and Marion Davis have been members since the beginning. A few years ago, Bill (79) donated a projector when the club’s broke – he was so determined the group should continue.

He says: “It’s brilliant for social and getting people together and something everyone can do. It gets people out of the house…”

Silver Screen meets monthly on Tuesdays at Novers Park Community Association and Social Centre in Novers Park Road from 1.15pm.

The next sessions are: 14 August, 11 September and 16 October. For more information contact Karron on 0117 907 7038 or 0776 084 9371.

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Knowle West girl is celebrating becoming a two-time world champion in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

Eleven-year-old Frankie Rose Horsman has been training in the martial art since she was six – but only started competing two years ago with astounding success.

She became British Nationals champion, Naga UK and Ireland champion and was then crowned European Champion.

This July she was crowned two-time World champion winning her division Junior 2 under 38kg - and then went up in age and weight to win the Teenager under 44kg division.

Frankie started Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at Gracie Barra Bristol under Professor Nicolia Holt - but now trains at Gracie Barra Knowle at Filwood Community Centre, run by her dad Jamie Horsman.

The former School of Christ the King pupil says: “I really enjoy Brazilian Jiu Jitsu as it keeps me fit, I’ve made lots

World’s first test tube baby Louise turns 40 For most people turning 40 is not an event marked internationally – but for Knowle West’s Louise Mullinder it’s also a celebration of a landmark medical achievement.

The world’s first test tube baby - Louise Joy Brown was born in Oldham in July 1978 – which was the start of In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) that revolutionised fertility treatment.

Above: Louise’s dad John with the press outside their house when they brought her home to Bristol at 12 days old.

(Picture by George Gallop courtesy of KWMC). Right: Louise with the test tube in which she was conceived. Picture Si Barber.

Double world champion for Knowle West’s Frankie of friends from all over the world, it’s given me confidence and I can look after myself and friends.

“One day when I’m an adult I want to be a top Black belt and have my own school - but for now I’m just enjoying the training and competitions.”

Dad Jamie said: “To say I’m super proud of Frankie and what she’s achieved is a massive understatement, she only trains twice a week as I don’t want to pressure her and stop her enjoying it.

“She’s currently at the highest rank she can be for her age - so after her school holidays we will get back to training ready for the next European championships in November.

“I started the school to try to give the local kids something to do and keep them off the streets … and it’s gone from strength to strength. We are always busy and we have several other champions, winning the Bristol open…”

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes take place at Filwood Community Centre

on Tuesdays 6-7pm for children and 7-8pm adults. There is a mixed adult and children’s class on Fridays 6-7pm.

Her birth was the result of ten years of pioneering work by scientists Patrick Steptoe, Robert Edwards and Jean Purdy – which was met with a storm of controversy, with some concern even expressed by the Vatican.

When parents John and Lesley Brown brought her back to Bristol at just 12 days old they came back to a media frenzy, facing over 100 journalists trying to take her picture.

And with the eyes of the world focused on the family – the media attention has continued throughout her life, with photographers often camped outside her house at key milestones.

Three years ago Louise published her autobiography about her life in the spotlight – including frequent TV appearances and flying round the world to speak at conferences.

And on July 25 the cameras were once more turned on the mum of two as a result of reaching 40.

Louise who works as a shipping clerk moved to Knowle West in 2003 and is

married to Wesley Mullinder. She has two sons Cameron and Aiden, conceived naturally and says she does “feel special”.

She celebrated her birthday at the Science Museum at the opening of a new exhibition IVF: 6 Million Babies Later which explores the story from opposition and the challenges faced by early pioneers to the latest research in reproductive science today.

At the exhibition she said: “Out of all the people that were in the room when I was born, there are only two of us alive. So I feel it’s my duty to go around the world and prove to people I am normal.

“Without them I wouldn’t be here, my sons wouldn’t be here, six million of us wouldn’t be here. I owe my life to those three people, they’re just fantastic.”

@michaelpoulton Spent some time at the fantastic exhibition by the patrons of Knowle West Healthy Living Centre, part of FreshArts @NorthBristolNHS, in the Brunel building today. Some truly wonderful pieces. Worth a visit.

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Pupils learn how to Speak Out and Stay Safe Children from School of Christ the King learned to “speak out” in a series of assemblies on recognising the signs of abuse - and how to protect themselves.

The Speak Out Stay Safe assemblies were delivered by trained volunteers and staff from children’s charity NSPCC for pupils aged five to 11.

With the help of Buddy the mascot, the children learned about different types of abuse - from neglect, physical and sexual abuse to emotional abuse and bullying.

They also found out how to get help if they needed it and were told to identify a trusted adult or friend to speak to.

Logan, a pupil at the school, said: "We learned a lot especially how important it is to speak out.”

‘Muckiest’ local football team wins visit from Emirates FA Cup A nationwide hunt for the muckiest football team ended in Knowle West – with Oasis Academy Connaught winning a visit from the Emirates FA Cup and brand-new kit.

The LG TWINWASH™ Football Challenge was launched just before the World Cup, linking with the National Schools Partnership (NSP) to find the muddiest and most active football team.

Parents, teacher and coaches were asked to submit match reports and photos of their ‘victory kits’ to the NSP – with Oasis Academy Connaught beating over 300 other entries for the title.

Representatives from LG Electronics and the FA Cup visited the school where pupils were able to get a taste of glory ahead of the football season by lifting the world-renowned, coveted Cup.

Partnerships and Programme Manager at LG Electronics, Mark Hill said: “…We’re pleased to give Team OAC the ultimate recognition by allowing them to celebrate their glory with a visit from the official Emirates FA Cup – the ultimate motivation as we enter the big summer of football.”

Principal of Oasis Academy Connaught, George Fraser, said: “…Our pupils had a great time having their photo taken with the trophy, and we look forward to seeing them proudly wear their new kit in the near future.”

Pupils with NSPCC mascot Buddy.

NSPCC School Service Co-ordinator for Bristol, Kevin West said: “…It was wonderful to meet the children at the School of Christ the King and it’s good to know that the pupils took away some important messages and went home singing the number for Childline.”

Knowle-DGE Academy leads the way for specialist education across the city A new school planned for young people with complex needs from across the region will be modelled on Knowle DGE Academy – and is set to open by September 2020.

The 136-place free school will serve Bristol, Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire. It will be for students aged five to 18 who have a combination of social, emotional and mental health or speech, language and communication needs.

Based on the 4.5 acre old Soundwell College site in Kingswood, the new school will also provide much needed weekday overnight support and accommodation in a 12-place respite unit and a 20-place

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sixth form.

Learn@ Multi-Academy Trust will now work with all three councils and the Department for Education to progress the plans.

Learn@ Multi-Academy Trust Chief Executive, Peter Evans said: “…

Our new school will be modelled on Knowle DGE Academy which has an excellent track record in providing tailored learning for children with a variety of complex needs. Too often we are turning families away as we do not have enough places to offer.”

Knowle DGE Academy Head Teacher Darren Ewings commented: “I am so proud of the Knowle DGE team for all they have done over the last few years to build such an inclusive school with many layers of expertise…”

Teachers at Ilminster Avenue Specialist Nursery School, Matt Caldwell and Patricia French, took the plunge and “got married” in a role-play of Meghan and Harry’s big day.

The event was attended by all staff and pupils – who made crowns to wear at the ceremony and watched the couple proceed down the red carpet.

Champagne might not have been flowing at the reception – but with the hall and tables decorated with Union Jacks – guests were treated afterwards to jam tarts and cups of tea served in the best china.

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Royal wedding in Knowle West It might not have been Windsor or had the same pomp and ceremony – but Knowle West had its very own Royal Wedding to mark the big occasion.

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hat makes for a strong community? There are, of course, many layers that holds a community together.

A key element of this is its residents’ willing to help for the greater good of everybody.

Here in Knowle West, we are fortunate enough to have several groups and individuals who are committed to giving their time and knowledge to help their fellow residents.

So, it’s fitting the work these volunteers do is recognised by way of the annual Hearts and Stars awards.

An evening that has become an

Hearts and Stars

The annual award ceremony celebrating local volunteers’ took place this July.

Lewis Campbell went along to speak to some of the winners. important staple to celebrate the achievements of our residents and their voluntary work.

Once more Filwood Community Centre opened its doors to stage the popular ceremony. Hosted by Centre Manager June McNeill with awards presented by long-standing Community in Partnership Knowle West (CIPKW) board member Ann Smith - the evening was well attended by different ages and enjoyed by all.

With so many groups and individuals carrying out such commendable work, there were many worthy nominees - all of which came by way of public nominationsup for the awards on the night.

Carol Casey with Jamie Horsman who she helped.

LIST OF WINNERS: 1. Lifetime Achievement: Carol Casey 2. Outstanding Achievement: Don Jones 3. Best group: Knowle West Boxing Club 4. Best Older Person: Vera Nicholas.

5. Best Newcomer: Cher Williams 6. People’s Choice: Ann Smith Bobby Jones and Neil McDonnell from Knowle West Boxing Club.

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obby Jones, who runs Knowle Boxing Club, winners of the Best Group award said: "We've been established here in Knowle West for 27 years – it’s the first time we've won an award for our work.

“We are known and respected amongst amateur boxing clubs throughout the UK. To win an award like this, stands you up proud."

Don Jones who started the Filwood Boulevard group to spruce up the Broadway and has transformed the garden at Filwood

Community Centre won an Outstanding Achievement award.

He said: " Well, it was a bit of a surprise. To me it is just an ordinary job.”

The Lifetime Achievement award went to Carol Casey who has worked tirelessly with residents and the police to tackle issues within the area for many years. She said:

"I was really shocked.

I wasn't expecting this at all. I was just asked to attend tonight's event. It's a great honour to receive this award from within my own community.”

Ann Smith (right) receives the award from Centre Manager June McNeill.

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“If you grow it, they will come…”

By Don Jones "If you grow it, they will come..." isn't quite the right quote from the 80's movie Field of Dreams - but it's what came to mind when I first saw the gardens at Filwood Community Centre.

The power of gardens to inspire and positively influence mood is very underestimated. I'm a keen gardener, many years ago I worked for the University Gardens. I've been a local boy for 30 years, but only visited the Community Centre a couple of years ago. I was impressed by all the great work carried out by staff and volunteers, but couldn't help but notice that visually, the place looked rather sad and forgotten. This was particularly the case for the internal cloistered garden, known as the Quadrangle, which was mostly overgrown grass. Some nice large shrubs were in place but the rest lacked colour and desperately needed TLC. I saw it could potentially be a lively, cheerful, colourful meeting place the community would enjoy visiting, whether users, volunteers or just passers-by. So I volunteered to do something about it. My first thought was how can I insert a little 'wow' factor? I looked at the majestic arches in the building and thought they would make a great centrepiece - so my first attempt was

a cluster of hanging baskets to draw the eye to the arches as people arrive.

Feedback was immediate. I was surprised how residents from all walks of life were so positive and always made reference to word of mouth from others - such as how just the sheer colour changed the community environment.

One thing led to another, many more baskets were added and several more potted plants around the perimeter. I introduced more foliage and colour to the picnic area.

Centre staff agreed to buy a Fly-mo

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which made the grass look great and an eye-catching flower bed was created. It's been hard work, especially the constant watering in the heatwave, but incredibly rewarding when I see the space being used and enjoyed.

Now we have more volunteers stepping up and offering to help, including painting the railings. Having celebrated its 80th birthday this year, it's fitting the old place is scrubbing up so well. There’s a positive buzz around it, a real feel-good factor!

And now we've just started a kitchen garden, where hopefully local children can learn about growing healthy food... but that's another story for the future...

3. Throw everything into a roasting pan with the lemon wedges, stock or wine and roast in oven gas mark 6/180% (160% fan oven) for 30 minutes.

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1. Volunteers turned out this summer to weed and maintain the Berry Maze on Malago Greenway. The Maze celebrates its first birthday in September and will be part of Bristol Open Doors. Picture Jackie Smith.

2. Bramble Farm celebrated its 10th

anniversary with an open weekend featuring drumming and choir performances, plant sales and a range of family activities.

Picture Ramona Andrews.

3. Square Food Foundation is offering

new courses for adults, young people and children including Cooking Connections Next Steps for adults with learning disabilities or mental health issues.

Visit www.squarefoodfoundation.co.uk Picture Square Food Foundation.

4. Filwood Library played host to Rachael 7. Young people enjoying the Jump Into...Music from Bristol Dementia Wellbeing Service, Summer Programme at Knowle West Media who shared a story called ‘Grandad’s Centre. Look out for half term activities in Hat’ with pupils from School of Christ the October. Picture KWMC. King - to understand how dementia can affect their older relatives. Picture Filwood 8. Yoga sessions have started at Redcatch Library.

Community Garden with Suzanne from Sundari Yoga Bristol. Seen here doing the tree pose.

5. Pupils from Ilminster Avenue Picture Sundari Yoga Bristol.

Specialist Nursery School wore crowns and had tea with jam tarts to celebrate 9. The Park Knowle Football Club held a Fun their very own Royal Wedding. See Day to fundraise for charity 1625 Independent p12. Picture Ilminster Avenue Specialist People. Youngsters enjoyed a range of Nursery School. activities including a bouncy castle, inflatable penalty shootout and taster dance sessions.

6. Members of Youth Moves’ National Picture Carly Kingdon.

Citizen Service (NCS) held a cake sale at The Park to raise money for Bristol Send your pictures to Dementia Action Alliance. Picture Youth theknowledge@kwmc.org.uk Moves.

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Health Free LGBT cooking sessions Free cooking sessions will be starting this autumn at Windmill Hill City Farm for older people in South Bristol who identify as lesbian, gay, bi-sexual or transgender (LGBT).

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Project Coordinator Caroline McDonnell says: “The sessions provide a safe and supportive environment for older LGBT+ people to build confidence and engage in an activity that enables them to meet and socialise with other local people.”

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Doing the Redcatch Stroll

By Health Improvement Advisor Shaun Hawkins Walking is a great way to improve your health and meet new people - the benefits include better mobility, strengthened

Back to school sports new mums’ netball team The newest netball team on the patch is a group of mums from Oasis Academy Connaught – who have found huge health benefits in hitting the courts again.

And in their first match, the Connaught Hotshots had the sweet taste of victory against the Tornadoes winning 15 -5.

The mums who train weekly with coach Sue Anderson have found the social aspect to be just as important as the physical benefits in their return to school sports.

One player said: “Since I’ve been in this team I have made some great friends we have a laugh and it’s a great team spirit also my fitness levels have boosted a lot.

“I’ve lost weight and become more active and it helps with my depression. I love netball and the girls in my team. “

New service pairing volunteers and people with dementia People living with dementia are more at risk of loneliness – with a third reporting to have lost friends since their diagnosis.

In response to this research by the Alzheimer’s Society – the charity has just launched a new service in Bristol – and is looking for volunteers to pair up with those affected.

Side by Side started on 1 August and matches up volunteers who share a common interest, or hobby with dementia sufferers.

Alzheimer’s Society Side by Side Co-ordinator for Bristol, Melanie Allford, said: “Loneliness is a real problem for people with dementia, yet we know that one of the most important things for those affected is to remain part of their community and continue to do the things they love – from going shopping to bones and help with weight loss.

It is also good for connecting with people and improves your mental health. This organised weekly stroll is in lovely Redcatch Park with a marked circuit - so you can measure how far you walk while having a chat with others in the group.

The walk takes 30 minutes and is an easy pace. Afterwards we meet by the park café (if open) and have a natter.

Jenny (63) lives local to the park and joined the walk form the start.

She has noticed her mobility has

Oasis Academy Connaught Principal, George Franks says, “We love our new mums’ netball team, it’s a great way for our parents and families to get together!

“We wish the team well for their upcoming matches - if there are any local teams out there who are looking for some new opponents, we are up for a game!”

Victorious: New mums’ netball team the Connaught Hotshots.

enjoying a local football match.

“Our Side by Side service in Bristol, offering one-to-one support, is a vital step to making this a reality…”

Side by Side is designed to be flexible - and a telephone service is available so people with limited time can volunteer.

Visit www.alzheimers.org.uk/side bysidevolunteer, email sidebyside bristol@ alzheimers.org.uk or call 01179 610 693.

Research project for older men with hearing loss A Bristol research project is looking for men aged 65 plus with hearing loss to give advice about tackling loneliness.

The University of Bristol is interested in how these older men maintain social connections.

For more information contact Paul on 0117 3310 640 or Alex on 0117 954 6773, email omamproject@bristol.ac.uk or post to Paul Willis, c/o OMAM project, 8 Priory Road Bristol BS8 1TZ. improved and she has gained confidence around going for a walk. Before she starts - she visits her GP surgery to get weighed and have her blood pressure monitored.

She says: “I have had trouble walking for a while, but since joining the walk I have noticed that I can walk further and have also lost some weight.”

We meet every Monday at 2.30pm by the main entrance to Redcatch Park on Broadwalk, Knowle BS4 2RG. Just turn up on the day or contact me for chat if you would like to attend, email shaun. hawkins@bristol.gov.uk or call 0787 681 4597.

@BraveBoldDrama Today we dropped in at the Tea Dance group at @FilwoodCentre to find more inspiration for our Song for Knowle West, commissioned by @knowlewestmedia. We met Kenny, former rhythm guitarist with "The Gamblers" Country & Western band.

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Young People have their say Designed by Charlie Watts (19)

Why you should respect skateboarders

By Ben Griffiths-Hammond (17)

I have been a skater for a little over a month now and whilst most people have been accomodative of this unfortunately some people haven't. About 3 weeks ago I was skating on a cycle path, so I didn't injure pedestrians. I was then told to "Get off of the cycle path." Now this and the stereotype of skaters being vandals has inspired me to write 3 reasons why skaters should be given more respect.

1) We are contributing to the culture of our city.

Skating and Bristol go hand in hand, with many areas such as The Centre, Lloyds Amphitheatre and Dean Lane showing off our next generation of skaters and the culture of our city.t 2) Many of us skate to work or school, meaning less CO2 emissions and less fuel used, meaning we are saving the environment.

3) Skaters bring money into Bristol's economy as we skate at places like Campus Pool and buy boards and clothing from local skating stores like The Park Skate Shop.

So next time you see a skater, respect them.

After all, it could be me!

51 bus service 'saved'

By Charlie Watts

So the 51 bus service has been saved - or should I say relaced.

First Bus have decided to retake the reins of the service, giving it a new name: the 2A. Why bother changing the name? I do not know, but it seems a bit pointless. It's also a bit odd that First are happy to run the service again, considering it was them who decided to scrap it two years ago.

I've read that the 2A is going to run every 30 minutes - whereas the Wessex 51 used to run every 15 during the daytime. I hope that the

Drama: it's important

By Charlie Watts

Not too long ago, me and my friend Luke went to see a show at the Bristol Old Vic that was all about the importance of drama. The show made us think about our experiences with drama, and how it has shaped who we are today.

Luke's been involved with drama his whole life, so I thought I'd ask him why he thinks it's important for young people.

"With drama, while it doesn't grow your academic skills, it grows you as a person," he says. "It gives you confidence and makes you more creative."

But he admits he is worried about young people not having access to drama, saying: "We may lose some of the most incredibly creative actors and theatremakers of this generation."

That said, it is good to see drama going strong in Knowle West, with the tap and drama group at Filwood Community Centre still as popular as ever with the kids.

We also had The Democratic Set visit the community centre recently, giving local people the chance to perform.

All in all, it's clear that drama is important for young people and the community - and rightfully so.

Oasis Academy John Williams' production of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.

reduced frequency doesn't mean that the buses will be crammed. There'll also be no Saturday or Sunday service - so how are people going to get around on weekends?

All things considered, I'm glad the 51 has been 'saved', albeit with a different name.

A lot of the elderly catch the bus to do their shopping, while others take it to work or school. There's no denying that it's well-used.

All we can do now is hope that this new bus service is a success. The 2A seems like a downgraded version of the 51, but hey, something is better than nothing.

See story on News p5.

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Knowle West housing initiative receives further support Project celebrating local women draws to a close last chance to get involved!

For the last six months we’ve been gathering stories about amazing Knowle West women to mark 100 years since the right to vote was extended to some women in Britain.

This September we’ll be working with artist Pippa Robinson – who you might remember from her Mother in the Mother project - to explore some of the common themes and experiences revealed in the stories.

Pippa will be hosting a workshop at KWMC on Monday 17 September for anyone who would like to chat about the stories and themes in more detail.

This will be followed by a making session at Knowle West Fest on Saturday 22 September where you can get involved in creating something to celebrate the huge contribution that women have made – and continue to make – to our community.

Look out for Pippa at Knowle West Fest and follow knowlewestmedia on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for more details of what’s happening nearer the time. The times of the workshop at KWMC will be confirmed soon; please call 0117 903 0444 or e-mail enquiries@kwmc.org.uk if you’d like to be kept up to date with what’s happening. The workshop will be open to all women, local women’s groups, and everyone who submitted a story.

Regular activities Control Alt Delete Mondays, 4.30-6pm (term time only, ages 10-16, free) Jump into technology! Explore new techniques such as robots, Virtual Reality, 3D printing, Microbits, drones and coding.

Creative Hub Wednesdays, 5-7pm (term time, ages 10-19, free) Jump into creativity! Explore filmmaking, technology, gaming, animation and music as you develop your own creative projects and ideas.

Community Journalism Tuesdays, 2 – 3.30pm (term time only, free) Learn how to research and write your own articles and see your work published in the Knowledge.

No journalism experience necessary.

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Over the last few weeks, the KWMC team have been out and about in Knowle West chatting to people about their housing needs. As part of the We Can Make initiative we’re exploring new ways of providing homes for people with a focus on building houses when and where families and communities need them, using local skills and environmental materials where possible.

The initiative has been running for over a year and has discovered thousands of ‘micro-plots’ of empty land where a 1-2 bedroom home could be built.

We’ve also met lots of people with different housing needs who want to try something new, such as having a We Can Make home in their garden – on a ‘micro-plot’ - for their extended family to live in.

Recently We Can Make was awarded funding from the Nationwide Foundation and Power to Change (the independent trust supporting community businesses in England) to develop the We Can Make approach further.

Do you have more space than you need – or not enough? Do you need to move home but want to stay in the area? Are you interested in a new approach to housing? The We Can Make team would love to hear from www.kwmc.org.uk

you: contact wecanmake@kwmc.org.uk or call 0117 903 0444 and ask for Melissa or Charlotte.

You can also drop in to the We Can Make test home, which was constructed over 12 weeks in summer 2017 by our partners in We Can Make, the architects practice White Design. The house is beside Filwood Community Centre on the corner of Barnstaple Road and Marwood Road, and is open every Thursday from 2-6pm. Knowle West residents can also stay overnight for free to try it out – contact us for more details.

We Can Make is still in its development phase and is opt-in only – both Council tenants and owner-occupiers could get involved to see if the We Can Make approach could work for them.

Leinster Avenue, Bristol BS4 1NL

KWMC Drop-In Tuesdays, 10 – 11.30am (weekly, term time only) & Thursdays, 6.30 - 8pm (fortnightly from 13 September - 22 November) (free for six weeks then £3 per session). A relaxed and welcoming space for adults to learn more about technology at your own pace.

Factory Drop-in* Tuesdays, 9.30 – 11.30am (past trainees only, free) A session for anyone who has attended a training course with us and wants to continue developing their ideas and testing their designs.

Forthcoming events We Can Make … Hot Dogs* Thursday 13 September, 5 - 9pm (free BBQ). Look around the We Can Make test home (next to Filwood Community Centre on Barnstaple Road) and find out more about our approach to affordable housing.

0117 903 0444

Jump into…Photography Tuesday 30 & Wednesday 31 October (free) Half term activities for young people aged 10 – 16 – more details coming soon!

Citizen Sensing Fair Saturday 27 October, 12 - 4pm (all ages, free) Bring the whole family to our DIY technology fair: make knitting that lights up, learn how to re-program robots and get hands-on with making.

We Are Bristol: Film Preview* Friday 12 October, 7 - 8.30pm (arrivals from 6.30pm, all ages, donations welcome) Filwood Community Centre (FCC) Performing dogs, dazzling singers, tap-dancing Brownies…spot the Knowle West stars in this preview screening of a new film celebrating the talent and creativity of Bristol’s neighbourhoods, filmed in summer 2018. The film is part of We Are Bristol, a new project that brings together Bristol residents and international artists to create extraordinary artworks and events.

Events that do not take place at our Leinster Avenue site are marked * For details about any of these activities call 0117 903 0444.

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Knowle West Healthy Living Centre

www.knowlewesthealthpark.co.uk For more information call: 0117 377 2255 email: info@knowlewesthealthpark.co.uk Knowle West Health Park, Downton Road, Bristol, BS4 1WH

Keeping Active (for adults) Gentle Exercise Class

For people with reduced mobility who want to stay fit. Monday 10 – 11 am | £3.50 Hips, Bums and Tums Two friendly groups to help you tone up. All sizes, all abilities, no experience needed.

Tuesday 6—7 pm & 7 - 8pm | £3.50 Tai Chi Movement for Wellbeing Give yourself the gift of relaxation and let your mind and body release tension and stress Wednesday 10.30 -11.45am | £4 Step Aerobics Meet new friends and burn those calories Thursday 6 - 7pm | £3.50 Stretch & Roll Workout Womens exercise class with an introduction to Jiu Jitsu & Ginastica Yoga. Call: Adrienne 07962 914002 Thursday 7.30 - 8.30pm | £3 Boot Camp—Military Style Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday (mornings and evening) Call: Jason 07855 465872.

Walking Groups Friendly, regular walking groups to suit your level of walking. From short, very gentle walks through to whole morning walks and monthly social walks. Supported by our welcoming, trained volunteer Walk Leaders.

Bike Rides Starting at the Health Park from April 2018.

See website for ride dates and times bikeminded@lifecycleuk.org.uk

Healthy Eating Waist Watchers Mon 9.30 - 10.30am & 4 - 5pm FREE Drop In: Weekly weigh-in, plus advice and support on how to lose weight and keep it up.

Mental Health & Wellbeing Art Ease Group (Tue and Wed morning). Are you feeling stressed, experiencing low mood or depression, coping with change, feeling lonely or caring for someone else. Our art group is aimed at people with mild to moderate mental health needs. Improve your self confidence, learn new skills and make new friends. No experience needed. £1 a session (call for referral).

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Ear Acupuncture (11 - 12 pm Friday) Gentle and relaxing therapy which can relieve a range of health issues, from general aches and pains to stress and anxiety. £5 Man Alive Breakfast (first Friday of the month) A welcoming group for men where you can meet and make new friends, find out what is going on in the area, learn a new skill ,or join in with others to get a little fitter.

Lip Reading Class (10 - 12pm Friday) Supportive, friendly weekly class £4.00 a session.

Fit & Fab (10 - 12pm Thursday). A women's only support group: Encouragement from others to help you build self-esteem, confidence and improve your health.

Call Sally 0117 903 0024 to find out more.

Women of Worth (6.30 - 8.30pm Wednesday) Friendly support group for local women with a range of activities Community Access Support Service CASS works with community, equalities and faith groups (big & small) in Bristol.

If you’d like information about how to support the emotional wellbeing of your group members and local communities email Natalie.campbell@cassbristol.org

One to One Advice Social Prescribing (SPEAR) Social Prescribing is an approach that seeks to improve your health by looking at social, physical and emotional wellbeing. We offer a free, confidential 1 to 1 service. The support will enable you to access social or community activities and resources in your local area. Working alongside your GP we will support you to address social and practical issues to improve your health.

Self referrals welcome.

Free NHS Health Checks If you are aged 40 - 74 years old book yourself a free ‘Health MOT’. To be eligible you must be: aged 40-74 years registered with a Bristol GP not receiving treatment for a cardiovascular condition (diabetes, heart or kidney disease, high blood pressure or high cholesterol) Smoking Cessation Get help to stop smoking. One to one sessions offering support to stop smoking or switch to vaping.

Call: Stella 07739 649839

Children’s Activities Drop in and Play with Stretch ‘n’ Grow Lots of fun and games for pre-schoolers Age 2-5 years (term time only) Tuesday 9.30 - 11.30am. £1 FREE Play Session - open access A wide range of activities games, arts and crafts, camp fire cooking (with Learning Partnership West).

Age 8 -12 years. Wednesday 3 - 5pm Outside at the Play Pod Inferno Beatz Dance Class Regardless of age or ability, come and try street dancing. Age 4-11 years (term time only) Wednesday 5.30 - 6.30pm | £4

Other services The Green House Rape and sexual abuse counselling for men & children (under 18 yrs).

0117 935 1707 Diabetes UK Support Group for anyone affected by diabetes.

07494 849739 Off The Record Young Peoples Counselling 0808 808 9120 Thyroid Support Group Last Friday of each month.

0117 377 2255 Bristol Tranquilliser Project 0117 950 0058

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The Park & Youth Moves

Daventry Road, Knowle, Bristol, BS4 1DQ www.theparkknowle.org.uk 0117 903 9770

Staying Steady

September Courses

Join our Staying Steady group for fun and help improving your strength and balance. We hold classes every Monday afternoon aimed at keeping people mobile and healthy to avoid risk of falls.

Classes last for an hour followed by tea and coffee. Get in touch with us for an initial assessment before joining the class.

The Park is a great place to gain qualifications and learn in a small, supportive group. Students have access to all of our on-site facilities including the gym. Places are available on our animal care, child care, construction, health & social care, life skills and employability courses.

These will provide excellent qualifications to get an apprenticeship or a job.

young people can come and talk to us whenever they feel the need.

Studio and Sports Programmes we have something for everyone.

We employ and train professional youth workers through our project to make sure that young people get the very best support when they need it.

ßHoliday Activities and Camps - our new Break Free Programme launched this year providing holiday programmes for 8-13 year olds and we regularly run trips and camps during holiday periods for young people who attend our clubs.

Hair & Beauty

We have a beautiful hair and beauty salon on site run by Becky and Louise.

Currently, offers are available on eyelash extensions and micro blading for semipermanent eye brows. Check out The Brow & Beauty Bar’s Facebook page or call the girls to make an appointment – Becky for hair on 0795 167 8768 or Louise for beauty on 0756 838 4107.

Pamper parties for girls are a big favourite if you want a special event for your daughters.

www.youthmoves.org.uk

Who are Youth Moves and how can I get involved?

Youth Moves is a youth work charity with the vision to provide outstanding youth work opportunities to young people aged 8-19 from across South Bristol.

We are based at The Park and deliver programmes from our youth club and music spaces there as well as at venues across South Bristol - including our roundhouse site at Springfield Allotments, Bridge Learning Campus, Bedminster Down School and community venues and parks across the area.

Youth work is all about giving young people something to do, somewhere safe to go and someone who they can talk to, and we are there when the young people need us most. We are not a team who only work with you for a short period but

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The programmes that we deliver include: ßYouth Club nights at The Park and schools across South Bristol ßA Mentoring one-to-one service for young people who need a little more support for a time. ßYouth Opinions - our youth voice group who tell us how to run our charity.

Finally as a charity we are always looking for sponsors and donations so if you think you could help us out we'd love to hear from you.

Youth Moves is all about 'Starting Journeys and Inspiring Lives' - the start of your journey could be just around the corner....

ßTargeted Work - on the streets, in schools and one-to-one as needed for small groups. ßLeadership and Volunteering teaching life skills and getting young people active in their communities. ßPositive Activity Programmes giving young people something to do that they enjoy - from our Urban Escape group to our Music

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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY EVENTS

ADULTS

Filwood Library

Free Group Cycle Rides

August, Summer Reading challenge for children 4-11. Free. Pop in to sign up. Visit www.readingagency. org.uk Monday 20 August 11.3012.30pm, Fizzpop Science (Booking essential).

South Bristol Holiday Activity Club

Mon 20 - Fri 24 August at The Park, 10am - 2pm for 8-13s. Register at The Park.

We Can Make – free BBQ

Thurs 13 September, 5-9pm at We Can Make test home, Filwood Community Centre.

Bristol Open Doors

Sat 14 and Sun 15 September Peek in venues across the city. www.bristolopendoors.org.uk

Melvin Square Neighbourhood Group

Next dates: Monday 17 September, 15 October and 19 November, 12-1pm at the Hub, Connaught School. All welcome.

Inns Court Residents Association (ICRA)

Second Monday of the month, 12 noon at Inns Court Community and Family Centre.

Knowle West Fest

Sat 22 September, 1-10pm at Filwood Community Centre. Information from Facebook – Knowle West Fest 2018. Email makala@ filwoodcentre.org.uk or call Community Centre office (0117 914 9216). Tickets www.headfirst bristol. co.uk

Mede Sprint trips

Visit www.theinnscourtcommunity andfamilycentre.com Or call Lisa on 0117 904 8218.

Citizen Sensing Fair

Sat 27 Oct at KWMC, Leinster Avenue 12-4pm. Activities for all the family. Get hands on with tech and making.

The Bristol Fashion Show

Halloween Special. Sat 27 October at Filwood Community Centre.

Fashion show, market, workshops.

Time TBC.

Next dates: Mon 24 September, 11 and 11.45am from Knowle West Health Park. Followed by free bike maintenance session 2-4pm.

Visit www.lifecycleuk.org.uk/ wellbeing.

ISSUE 82 (November - February).

Copy deadline Fri 12 October. Delivered to your door from Mon 19 November.

Wellbeing Sessions

All dates are subject to change – keep an eye on the Knowledge website for definite dates.

Cook and Play

Wed 1-3pm at Filwood Community Centre with ACE service. No need to book. For info and support call the ACE helpline on 0117 239 8969.

Fri 9.30-11am at Knowle West Children’s Centre. (Term time only).

Visit KWCC Facebook for full list of groups.

Our Time

Fri 2-4pm at Oasis Academy, Marksbury Road. Visit www.south bristoltoylibrary.co.uk

Toy Library Sessions

Fri 10-11am at re:work, 16 Filwood Broadway.

Tues 9.30-11.30am, Filwood Community Centre (Kinvara Room.) Positive support for women, with creche. Call first: Filwood Library Term time only 0742 372 7887.

Baby Bounce and Rhyme Wed 11.30am.

Free Counselling Pre-school Story Times & Craft Mon - Thurs, one-hour Fri 11.30am. sessions by appointment at Knowle West Health AssociaHappymess tion, 49b Filwood Broadway.

Outdoor art and messy play for ages Contact Tricia Horne, 07340 1-4. Wed from 5 Sept,10 – 11.30am 079316 or email counselat Redcatch Community Garden lingcoordinator@knowlewesBooking essential: hello@ thealthassoc.org.uk happymess.info

Free Debt Advice

Green Gym

Learn Something New Free local courses for ages 19 plus. Visit www.communitylearningwest.net or contact Lucy Fieldhouse, 0117 903 9763/0778 835 3446.

Facebook Page - The Learning Community Team.

Bristol Credit Union

Mon 11am-12noon. Drop-in at The Park, Daventry Road, or call 0800 138 3422, email debtadvice@bristolcab.org. uk

Volunteer Group

Tues 11am-3pm for over 18s at the Roundhouse, Springfield Allotments. Learn about gardening, cooking and bushcraft. Call 0117 903 9796 or email ben.carpenter @youthmoves.org.uk

Adult Volunteering Day

Thurs 10am and 3pm at Springfield Allotments.

Drop in or call Knowle West Health Association on 07940 954 568.

Tea, chat and stories

Fri, 11.30am-1pm at Filwood Library. Free dropin. Contact samanthaweav er@thereader.org.uk or call 07812 238 532.

Filwood Chase History Society

Tues and Wed 1-4.30 pm at The Park, Daventry Road.

Contact Ivor Grimsted on 0785 676 9285 or email filwoodchase@gmail.com

Coffee Morning

Last Sat of the month at Filwood Library, 10am.

Thurs 10.15am on the Northern Slopes - meet next to 105 Wedmore Vale. Just turn up.

Sewing groups

Tues 1-3pm and Fri 10am12pm at 4 Filwood Broadway.

Sat 10.30am at Filwood Library.

Knit and Natter

Wed 1-3pm, Filwood Library.

Just turn up.

Filwood Community Centre has regular groups running. Visit www.filwood centre.org.uk

Amateur Radio Club

Thurs 7.30-10pm, Novers Park Community and Social Club, Novers Park Road. Visit www.sbarc.co.uk FAMILIES

Parenting Groups

Ilminster Avenue Specialist Nursery School and Children’s Centre has lots of groups running. “Like” them on Facebook to see timetables.

Breathing Space

Mon 1-2.30pm at Inns Court Community and Family Centre.Time out for parents.

Crèche available. Term-time only. Call Jen from ACE on 0783 417 7485.

My Wild Child

Wed 1-2.30pm (term time only), Northern Slopes (meet Bommie entrance,105 Wedmore Vale).

Outdoor activities for 2-4 year-olds.

Visit avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/mywild child CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE

How to be a Chef

12 week training course for 16-25s Starts September at Square Food Foundation, The Park. www.squarefoodfoundation.co.uk

Free cricket sessions

Tues 4.30–6.pm at The Park, Daventry Road. Run by Wicketz Bristol for girls and boys aged 8-11.

Contact Crispin Shingler on 07398 211 596 or email crispin.shingler@ glosccc.co.uk

Filwood Community Centre has regular and new

groups including martial arts, dance, drama, boxing, photography and Ping Pong www.filwoodcentre.org. uk or catch up on the latest news on the Friends of Knowle West Community Facebook group.

Girlguiding Groups

Tues 5.45pm at Connaught Oasis Community Hub. For Rainbows contact Sophie at connaught. rainbows@outlook.com or for Brownies, 1stconnaughtbrownies@ gmail.com

Scouting groups

Wed 5.15-8.15pm – Beavers and Cubs. Thurs 7-8.45pm - Scouts Main hall, Filwood Community Cen-