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KNOWL DGE ISSUE 69 OCTOBER - DECEMBER 2015
Playground for Inns Court p.3 Knowle West Fest p.5
Community turns out to make it a success
Knowle West “test tube baby” p.6 Louise releases life story
New tenants for Eagle House
THANKS TO: the Newsletter Steering Group (Ann Smith, Ken Jones, Denise Britt), Neighbourhood Partnership (Andrew McLean, Val Talbot) 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 Neighbourhood Management, Steering Group or KWMC.
By Community Reporter Rianna Newman
Welcome to issue 69 of the Knowledge Newsletter - it has been a privilege to take on editorship for this edition. With a background in journalism, I previously edited the community newspaper in Barton Hill for four years - and that made me realise how important local newsletters are. They not only keep residents in touch with what’s going on but are also a way for people to express their views or highlight local achievements. For the past three and a half years I have been working with community reporters around the Filwood, Knowle and Windmill Hill wards to gather stories from around the area - and I’m always amazed at how much is going on. This issue is no different - with photos from the Knowle West Fest (p.5) and activities that have been happening over the past months (p.8). The celebratory theme continues with the long-awaited play park for Inns Court and a record number of students in local schools achieving GCSEs (p.3). Please continue to send in stories and photographs – we’re always looking for content for the newsletter and your community website www.knowlewest.co.uk If you would like to become a community reporter get in touch by emailing sue@kwmc.org.uk or ring Knowle West Media Centre on 0117 903 0444 - we look forward to hearing from you.
Sue Mackinnon Editor
Next issue Copy deadline: Monday 16 November Newsletter delivered from: Monday 7 December
With the former tenants of Eagle House Youth Centre moving out - a gospel ministry is set to join the local area this October. International charity Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) Bristol will be using the Centre as church office and a venue for services. It will be taking premises used by the Furniture Factory - now based at Filwood Green Business Park. Pastor Ade Bakare, who has led the group since 2000, says they will provide a “Christian place of worship and a drop-in centre for various community programmes.” The ministry will work with the NHS and Bristol City Council to promote health awareness and also rent the building at subsidised rates to residents and local groups. For full story: www.knowlewest.co.uk
Knowle West rugby star up for award With the World Cup underway – a rugby star who grew up in Knowle West has been nominated for a Bristol Sports award. Eillis Genge (20) will find out on 22 October if he has won Male Sports Personality of the Year in the Bristol Post awards. The former pupil of Ilminster Avenue Nursery and Knowle Park School, helped the under-20s win the Six Nations this year and reach the final of the World Cup in Italy. Ellis started to play rugby from the age of 12, training at Old Reds in Brislington where he was spotted by Bristol Rugby Academy. His advice to other young people hoping to make something of a sport is: “Stick at it. You have to keep going and don’t listen to anyone else…” For full story: www.knowlewest.co.uk
Public have say on Marksbury Road housing The public had their say in August on plans for a residential development of up to 85 new homes on Marksbury Road. Linden Homes is working with the Homes and Communities Agency on the development on the former City of Bristol College site, which has not yet had full planning permission. To view the plans visit www.linden homes.co.uk/community/marksbury road
News in Brief • New play equipment for Kingswear and Torpoint A new area for “informal play” is planned by Bristol City Council as part of the developments to the Torpoint Road and Kingswear area of the Northern Slopes. This will be in two separate phases; a children’s play area and in future, a dog agility course. The area will feature play structures, as well as platforms for picnicking and taking in the city views. To have your say visit: www.bristol.gov.uk/kingsweartorpoint-play • Metrobus – buy your tickets at the stops Information points (iPoints) are set
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Photo supplied by Ellis Genge.
to be installed at all Metrobus stops designed to make journeys quicker. They will have a display screen for real time information and an interactive screen where bus users can buy tickets and smartcards electronically. For more information: www.travelwest.info/projects/ metrobus • New market for Inns Court Inns Court is to have a weekly Saturday local food market next spring. It will be launched by the Matthew Tree Project to provide affordable and healthy food in the heart of the community. For further information contact The Matthew Tree Project on 0117 9021220. • National Lottery Best Charity Project A charity supporting vulnerable young people in Knowle West has just been voted Best Charity Project in the UK in the National Lottery Awards.1625 Independent People’s Future 4 Me project beat off stiff competition from larger national projects to get 7,333 public votes. Visit www.1625ip.co.uk
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News Pharmacist leaves – after 27 years By Sue Mackinnonn A local pharmacist who has served the community for 27 years has left for pastures new. Robert Davis and his wife Sue came to Knowle West in 1988 and became a fixture at their shop on Filwood Broadway. They are finally moving on and have handed over to Hamed Amin at Badham Pharmacy. Robert says: “What I will miss most is the people I’ve come to know over the years… “ The couple have seen a lot of changes during their time in Knowle West – and also served generations of the same family. Robert explains: “You see people come in and remember them as young children – and see their children having children!”
Record number of students through GCSEs
Residents celebrate opening of Inns Court Playground
With the autumn term now in full swing – local secondary schools have reported a record number of students achieving GCSEs this summer. KnowleDGE Learning Centre in Knowle West - 16 students sat GCSEs. Five years ago, most students were only sitting entry-level qualifications. Callum Jarrett (16) said: “I didn’t think I’d do so well. Dyslexia has always held me back until I started at KnowleDGE…” Bedminster Down – overall results are delayed but the school reported marked improvements in geography and French (95 % gaining C or higher) and history (86 %). More students than last year gained A or A* grades across subjects. Headteacher Gary Schlick said: “I’m once again proud of the achievements our students have made against the background of an ever-changing examination system…” Oasis Academy, Brislington – the 50% figure of students gaining GCSEs was six percentage points up on last year’s results. Several students gained exceptionally high grades across the board. Bridge Learning Campus – at time of going to press results had not yet been published. Full story www.knowlewest.co.uk
Parents and children from Knowle West celebrated the opening of the long-awaited playground at Inns Court this summer. Opened by Bristol Mayor George Ferguson, the playground had taken a year to plan - in consultation with local people and a school - and was constructed by Bristol City Council in just six weeks. Mr Ferguson thanked the Inns Court Residents Association, Greenfields School and the Knowle West Project Board for their hard work. He said: “What I really welcome is that local people have worked so closely with the local council to plan this park… This playground belongs to Inns Court and that’s really important I want you to feel it’s really your park.” One of the main talking points in the play park was the 11ft sculpture - a carved giant redwood trunk created by woodcarver Andy O’Neill in ten days using a chain saw.
Filwood dance group seeks new members By Rianna Newman Robert Davis (left) with new pharmacist Hamed Amin.
He has fond memories of Filwood Broadway when it was filled with other traders and a “thriving area” – and is keen to see Filwood’s regeneration. Robert is now taking time out and hoping to work again after Christmas but is not sure where. His advice to Hamed is: “You have to be a people person - that’s been one of the successes of this pharmacy. People like to know the pharmacist personally.” Hamed says he is looking forward to “the challenge, the excitement … and getting to know the local people.” “It’s been great so far, everyone is very friendly. We shall carry on Robert’s legacy...We have the same level of friendliness and approachability and plenty of energy and enthusiasm.” For full story visit www.knowlewest.co.uk
A popular dance group is looking for new members to join them for a weekly “chat, cup of tea and some exercise.” Filwood Community Dance Club which takes place at the community centre has been thriving for more than 25 years. Vice-Chair Jackie Crook (82) says: “It’s a nice, friendly group, quite relaxed and there’s no pressure to dance – everybody is welcome. Some people come for a good chat and a cup of tea…” Knowle resident Beryl Todd, (90) says: “Even if I couldn’t dance I would come! It’s nice that they try to get people together – one of the worst things about getting old is being alone so often…” The group runs every Monday at Filwood Community Centre, Filwood Broadway, from 1.45 - 4.15pm. To join, simply turn up or ring Jackie on 0117 9721 424. For full story visit www.knowlewest.co.uk
Woodcarver Andy O’ Neill with his “Tree of Life” sculpture.
Mum Gemma Maggs (31) from Inns Court came to the opening with children Josh (6), Freya (4) and two-yearold Emilia. She said: “It’s really lovely. “I think it will improve the community, make it easier for my children to meet their school friends and it’s safe...” For full story visit www.knowlewest.co.uk
Members of Filwood Dance Club. Picture by Grace Previte.
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Filwood, Knowle and Windmill Hill Neighbourhood Partnership By Andrew McLean
What is the local Neighbourhood Partnership?
• If you are living or working in Filwood, you can come along to the Knowle West Together group. The group is an opportunity for anyone The Neighbourhood partnership for in Knowle West to share and listen Filwood, Knowle and Windmill Hill is a to information about issues and local decision-making group that delivers events taking place in Knowle West. positive activities for the Partnership If you’re involved in a community area. These activities are written into a activity or want to find out about local Neighbourhood Partnership plan activities happening in the local agreed by local residents, Bristol City community, then this is for you! Council and other agencies such as the The meeting is at 3pm on Monday Police. The Neighbourhood Partnership 2 November 2015 at the Filwood also manages a small grants fund to Community Centre, Barnstaple support the work of local community Road, Bristol BS4 1JP. groups and agencies delivering services across the Partnership area. For more • Neighbourhood Partnership information go to www.bristol.gov.uk/ Transport sub group neighbourhoodpartnerships The Neighbourhood Partnership is looking for individuals who are How can I get involved in the interested in working with transport providers (e.g. FirstBus) and the Neighbourhood Partnership? council’s Highways department to improve the different ways people Any resident can get involved in the get about in Knowle West, Knowle Neighbourhood Partnership. and Windmill Hill. The sub group will make recommendations to the • Come along to any Neighbourhood Neighbourhood Partnership about Partnership meeting – they are all open the way Highways’ money is used to any member of the public. The next and what repairs to roads are meeting is at 6pm on 22 September carried out. To get involved contact 2015 at the Windmill Hill Community Andrew McLean on 0117 922 4446 Association, Vivian St, Bristol, BS3 4LW. or 0746 733 5714, or andrew. mclean@bristol.gov.uk • Pop into your local Neighbourhood Forum. This is a great informal meeting, where you can meet your local councillors, representatives from the Police and your Neighbourhood Officer (Lloyd Allen). The next series of meetings for our three wards (Filwood, Knowle & Windmill Hill) are: Filwood Neighbourhood Forum Wednesday, 11 November 2015, 7pm. Health Park, Downton Road, Filwood, BS4 1WH. Knowle Neighbourhood Forum Tuesday, 6 October 2015, 7pm. Knowle Community Centre, The Square Bristol, BS4 2SS. Windmill Hill Neighbourhood Forum Wednesday, 9 December 2015, 7pm. Community Centre, Victoria Park Baptist Church, Sylvia Ave, BS3 5DA.
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Wellbeing Fund The Neighbourhood Partnership’s final funding will close on Friday 20 November 2015 - this is the last date for the receipt round of the Wellbeing Fund. To discuss your application contact Andrew McLean on 0117 922 4446 or 0746 733 5714, or email andrew.mclean@bristol. gov.uk For details of this area’s Neighbourhood Partnership plan
• Neighbourhood Partnership Environment sub group Are you interested in environmental issues in the area? Would you like to be involved in making decisions on how ‘clean and green’ funding is spent? Would you like to take part in a group that would look at waste and environmental issues from the Neighbourhood Partnership plan? Keep an eye on grounds maintenance issues? The group would like to have its first meeting in October. If you’re interested in being involved in this group contact Lloyd Allen on 0117 922 4320 or 0782 531 5628 or lloyd.allen@bristol.gov.uk
or to apply for a grant visit: http:// www.bristol.gov.uk/page/counciland-democracy/filwood-knowleand-windmill-hill-neighbourhoodpartnership
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@JoshEllisTV: Great day being out of the office in Knowle West filming for @madeinbristoltv. Thanks to everyone who spoke to me!
Knowle West Fest “a success” The community came together in September for an afternoon of music, food and activities at the Knowle West Fest 2015.
Knowle West Fest At this year’s Knowle West Fest, the Food Heritage Project prepared a range of dishes to celebrate the increasing cultural diversity in Knowle West. The dishes were all prepared by Knowle West residents with a heritage from Poland, Nigeria and Ghana to Sri Lanka, Yemen and South Africa.
Over 300 residents turned out to enjoy the event on Filwood Broadway, which was closed to traffic to accommodate the range of stalls and street games. Organised by Knowle West Together – the event aimed to cater for all members of the community. Sam Carrier from The Park said: “The day had something for everyone –– from showcasing young people’s musical talents and a tea dance in the community centre, to a Playbus for young children and delicious food demonstrations, stalls and a Health Zone for information and advice…” The Phresh Boiiz were one of the bands performing at the festival. Picture by Vicky Attwell.
Left to right: Community Development Officer for Bristol City Council Lynn Parfitt, Bristol Mayor George Ferguson, Joseph Ayaabah, Agnieszka Haweari, Denise Britt and Ann Smith.
and people who had come together to make the festival a success. The local Police brought their horse mounted colleagues, cadets and an armoured van and the fire service brought a fire engine for the curious to sit in. Community Development Officer for Bristol City Council Lynn Parfitt said the idea behind the festival was to bring people in the community
together “having fun, getting people to volunteer or give their ideas about what community is about.” She said: “The day was about welcoming people regardless of their age, culture or whether they had lived in the area a long time or they were new.” Local resident Rachel Greenslade who attended the festival said: “It was absolutely brilliant - Filwood should have more events like this.” For more information about Knowle West Together see p 4. Residents enjoying Knowle West Fest.
Chief Executive of re:work Vicky Beckwith said: “It was such a lovely day, it was so busy, there was loads to see and do, the music was great, the weather was much better than we expected… “A big thank you to everyone who took part and I’m sure next year it will be bigger and better.” Bristol Mayor, George Ferguson congratulated the local organisations
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Knowle West “test-tube baby” Louise releases life story
Interview by Sue Mackinnon
The birth of Louise Brown in July 1978 - the world’s first “test-tube baby” - has been hailed as one of the most significant events in the 20th century. It was the start of IVF (In Vitro Fertilisation) that revolutionised fertility treatment. Now a married mum of two living in Knowle West - Louise Mullinder (37) has just released her autobiography. She says: “Everything started and ended with my birth but I thought some people might be interested in what happened behind the scenes…” One moment she could be shopping locally and the next be on national TV or flying abroad to visit an IVF clinic. Louise says: “Because I’ve grown up with it, I don’t know any differently… All mum wanted was baby – then she had to share me with the rest of the world…” Born in Oldham General Hospital, Louise was brought home to Bristol, at 12 days old – where the family was greeted by 150 journalists trying to take her picture. She came to Knowle West in 2003 with husband Wesley; she has two sons, Cameron (eight) and Aiden (two), both conceived naturally. Media attention has continued to follow Louise, especially at key milestones – like turning 35 or the birth of her first son, when photographers waited outside her home. An office clerk for a shipping company, Louise says she is a Bristolian throughout and loves living in the city. “I’ve got lovely neighbours in Knowle West and everyone I speak to is polite and kind. I like the little park on Newquay Road… there’s lots of activities for the kids to do... I can’t see myself moving out of Bristol.” Advert
“My life as the world’s first test-tube baby” was published in August by Bristol Books with support from Bourn Hall Clinic. For full story visit www.knowlewest.co.uk
Louise with the original test tube she was conceived in. Picture by Si Barber
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Talk Cancer Training Knowle West Health Sub Group
By Kate Cooke, local health promotion specialist Bristol Public Health recently funded a one day training session with Cancer Research called “Talk Cancer” run at Knowle West Health Park. The training was aimed at local health champions and residents - so they can have informal conversations
Crest Practice Patient Group looking for members
out for any changes in your body that are not normal for you. Not sure about your symptoms? Then check in with your GP as soon as possible. Check www.cancerresearchuk.org for more information. To find out what’s happening locally, contact Kate Cooke, Public Health: kate.cooke@bristol.gov.uk
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The Crest Family Practice is looking for new members aged 16 plus to join its patient group and help improve the service. Practice Manager Marie King says: “We have an active patient group who meet two or three times per year. Our meetings are always very lively and give patients the opportunity to discuss the service provided by the Practice and suggest any improvements that can be made.” Any patients interested in joining should contact Marie on 0117 944 9700
with other people in the area about how to prevent cancer and getting checked for early diagnosis. Local women Becky Lane, Keisha Cooper and Christie Selwood attended and reported they had learnt a lot. Becky said: “I didn’t realise how much your chances of survival improved if you catch cancer early – that’s definitely something I will be telling everyone...” Key messages for cancer prevention are to have a healthy lifestyle, including being smokefree, eating healthily and keeping alcohol consumption to a minimum, as well as keeping a healthy weight, staying active and being sun smart. Also make sure you engage with the screening programmes to detect early signs and symptoms and look
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1. Young and Free - a befriending service for disabled young people aged 16-25 is celebrating its 10th Anniversary. As part of the celebrations the club visited the Calvert Trust in Exmoor for outdoor activities. The group is run from Filwood Community Centre. (Picture Laura Whittle).
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2. Youngsters from Oasis Academy Connaught with their winning designs for signs for the new Clover Court development in Kenmare Road. The homes are being built by developer Lovell for housing and support organisation Curo. www.knowlewest.co.uk (Picture supplied by Lovell).
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3. Around 132 people came to a “Watch the Balloons” evening event at Springfield Allotments organised by Knowle West Health Association (KWHA) during the Bristol Balloon fiesta. (Picture KWHA). 4. Tea party at Filwood Hope Advice Centre. Picture posted to www.mykw. org.uk and taken by Lulu Thelwell. 5. Inns Court Centre Summer Fair. (Picture Mark Goodway, The Matthew Tree). 6. The last time his family saw DJ Derek was at a wedding in Knowle West this summer. The Bristol legend has not been seen since June and there are concerns for his safety. Derek
(centre) with nephew Steve Griffiths and his wife Nina. (Picture from www.mykw.org.uk) 7. It’s official - the Queen is our longest serving monarch. She last visited Knowle West in February 2005. (Picture supplied by The Park). 8. Spotted reading the Knowledge. If you have any pictures of people caught reading our newsletter – send them in. (Picture KWMC). 9. A group of young people from Youth Moves at the Park volunteered at The Matthew Tree Project this summer as part of their National Citizenship Service (NCS) (Picture KWMC). Share what you’re up to! Send your photos to sue@kwmc.org.uk or post them on www.mykw.org.uk
@vpcbristolsouth: Successful day at Knowle West Fest, cadets marked bikes, helped lost children, engaged with the public and met some VIPs! Great day overall!
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‘Green’ pledges are right on the button This summer we unveiled 15 ‘green’ pledges to mark our continued commitment to reducing our impact on the environment. The Do 15 in 15 campaign was launched by Bristol 2015 in April this year, to encourage people to pledge their support for Bristol’s year as Green Capital and make Bristol a healthier, happier city for everyone. During our summer ‘STEAM Fayre’, which offered a range of activities for young people, a group of us pushed the Bristol 2015 ‘pledge button’ and formally launched our pledges. Some of them focus on expanding our existing work – such as using digital monitors to ensure that we have a healthy working environment. Other pledges maximise the potential of our building, such as relying more
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Bring out your toys! You might have seen the Toy Trike doing the rounds during the month of September…We’ve been collecting old and unwanted toys as part of The Forgotten Toys Compendium, which is part of the Bristol 2015 Neighbourhood Arts Programme. Working with local people of all ages, we’re transforming these forgotten toys into new and playful games that everyone can enjoy. So far we’ve hosted two ‘toy hack’ days and a whole-community making session at the Knowle West Fest.
Since the project began in August 2015, we’ve heard lots of great stories about the memories associated with play, dolls and action figures have been taken apart, jumbled up and glued back together again, and elaborate stories have been created about these new characters. We’ve investigated how many of the donated toys and games work, how they’re put together and what the possibilities could be for turning them into something else… There’s still time to get involved and join KWMC and Ludic Rooms for some making, recycling fun. Contact Melissa on 0117 903 0444 or visit www.kwmc.org.uk/theforgottentoyscompendium for more information. on rainwater collection. You can view all 15 at www.kwmc.org.uk/ greenactionsfor2015. We’d love to hear your ideas – what else could we all do to make our community ‘greener’? Tweet us @knowlewestmedia
Events Knowle West Taste Fest Friday 16 October, 12.30-3pm A community lunch to celebrate World Food Day: bring your favourite recipe or a plate of food to share with others. For more information and to reserve your free place contact Kitty on 0117 903 0444.
Please Make Up My Room: Family Fun Remix Saturday 31 October, 10.30am-1pm We’re building ‘The Artist Hotel, Knowle West’ during the Art Weekender for Bristol and Bath. Come and tell us what it should look like! Get hands-on with craft and see new digital manufacturing technology in action. Suitable for all ages and includes free refreshments. KWMC: The Factory, Unit 25 Filwood Green Business Park, 1 Filwood Park Lane. Contact Melissa or call 0117 903 0444. The Next City: re-imagining the means of production Monday 16 November, 5-8pm Digital manufacturing technologies, such as 3D printers, can change how and where we make things. This event explores how these tools can be used to create places that communities want… The discussion will be followed by the preview of a new exhibition which includes images of Knowle West by photographer Nicholas White. Book your free place at www.thenextcity. eventbrite.co.uk
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Mondays 10 - 11am: Armchair Exercise - gentle exercise for people with limited mobility and learning disabilities (£2). Mondays 11.45am - 12.45pm: Very Gentle Seated 4 - 5pm: Afterschool club (term time only) Exercise for Older People (£2). 4-11 year olds - fun, active play (50p). 11am -12pm: One Heart Walking Group Tuesdays meet in the café for a guided walk of 9.30 – 11am: Blue Rainbow Group includone or two miles (free), also provides ing Stretch-n-Grow (term time only) - stories, information on joining the Two & Three songs and games for 2-5 year olds (50p). Heart Groups. Wednesdays 9.30 - 10.30am and 4 -5pm Waist 5.30 - 6.15pm: Beatz Street Dance (term time only) for 6-10 year olds - brilliant and fun Watchers - support to lose weight (free). 6.30pm: Diabetes UK - meet the last dance class. (£3.50 per session). Monday of the month. 6.30-7.30pm: Fresh Beatz Street Dance (term time only) for 11-17 year olds - dance Tuesdays class for the older ones! (£4 per session). 9.30am : Three Heart Walking Group Thursdays call 0117 377 2257 for info. 4 - 5pm: Afterschool club (term time only) 9.45 - 11.45am: Art-ease - art group 4-11 year olds - fun, active play (50p). 4.30pm: Play Rangers in the Park (term time for people with mild to moderate mental health issues (eg, stress, mild depresonly) – free. SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN DAYS for 4-11 year sion, recent bereavement, low self-esolds, every Wednesday and Friday in school teem, long-term health condition (£1). 1-3pm: Talking Money - help, advice holidays (£5 for day). Call Barry 0780 948 and support to individuals/families with 3191. money challenges. Call 0117 954 3990 to make an appointment. (FREE). Adult Activities 6pm & 7pm: Hips, bums & tums - fat and Services burning exercise for people who want Tel: 0117 377 2255 to be trimmer (£3).
Thursdays 9.30am: Two Heart Walking Group call 0117 377 2257 for info. 10 – 12pm: Fit and Fab - a support group for women wanting to make a change (free). Call 0117 377 2255 to book. 5.15 – 6pm: Zumba - dance fun with a flavour of the Caribbean (£3.50). 6.10 – 7.10pm: Step Aerobics - improve strength and flexibility (£3). Fridays 10am – 12pm: Lip Reading Class - for people who are beginning to lose their hearing, term time only (£2). 11am - 12.30pm: Ear Acupuncture benefits include relaxation, de-stress, and better sleep (£2). 11am - 12.30pm: Thyroid Support Group - first Friday of the month (free).
Focus on Families Tel: 0117 377 2255
Various days during the week Counselling for men, women and young people - general counselling with fully qualified practitioners (free). Welcome Counselling - sexual abuse counselling for men and women (free). Daily Activities Wednesdays Women call 0117 377 2255. Men call Active Lifestyles: support with your overall 10.30 -11.45am: Tai Chi for Wellbeing 0117 935 1707. health. Book a FREE session to find out - simple Tai Chi based movement and Family Counselling with fully qualified about hobbies, fitness and local groups. Call 0117 377 2257 to book an appointment. mindfulness. Call Andrea 0789 103 4987 therapists (free). (£2.50). Play Therapy for children aged 3-16 Smoking cessation: it’s easier with support! 9.45 - 11.45am: Art-ease - art group years (free). (free). for people with mild to moderate mental The Green House Counselling Pathways to Health: support to help you health issues (eg, stress, mild depressexual abuse counselling for children change your lifestyle and be happier (free). sion, recent bereavement, low self-esunder 18 (free). Family Therapy/Play Therapy: for children teem, long term health condition (£1). Various children and parent groups and families, call 0117 377 2255 to book an running throughout the year. Contact appointment (free). Ilminster Avenue Nursery on 0117 Bootcamp: the way to get fit is now on daily 903 9781 or Knowle West Children’s at various times, with Jason Hodge. Ffi: www. Centre on 0117 903 0214. hodgehealthandfitnesss.co.uk or 0785 546 5872.
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The Park & Youth Moves
Daventry Road, Knowle, Bristol, BS4 1DQ 0117 903 9770 www.theparkknowle.org.uk
www.knowlewest.co.uk
Café
The Park Café has a new menu which includes a breakfast bar at a bargain price of £2, mouth-watering daily specials at £4.95, a large daily menu and student meal deals. The Café is also a great place to meet for coffee and cake and is family friendly. We are now also taking bookings for Christmas lunch at £10 a person.
Office / workshop space
We currently have an office and workshop space to rent at very reasonable prices. Please contact reception on 0117 903 9770.
Pensioners’ Party
Events and Room Hire
Conference Room 2 has been recently decorated and has a lovely new carpet and furniture, it is fully accessible as are our other conference rooms. If you are looking for somewhere to hold a meeting or training, do not hesitate to phone reception on 0117 903 9770. We have a wide range of spaces available for larger scale event hire or parties. This can include buffet and bar. We also have dance studios available for hire which are ideal for fitness classes or training. If you are looking for somewhere to hold any of this, do not hesitate to phone reception on 0117 903 9770.
The Park is holding its annual free Christmas event for local older people who attend The Park. If you are interested in volunteering to help or giving raffle prizes or donations, please contact Karen Dyer on 0117 377 3669, karen. dyer@theparkknowle.org.uk
Thanks for the summer!
This summer more that 90 young people from across South Bristol aged 15-18 have been giving up their time to help others in the area! These young people gave up over 2,500 hours of their own time to support charities and projects locally!! They’ve been helping to improve lives and their communities, and showing what a great asset and how passionate these young people are about making a difference. They volunteered to: • Help run our sports holiday summer camps at The Park with Bristol City Community Trust - which 84 young people attended (look out for more holiday camps in 2016!) • Help raise awareness of the services provided by the Matthew Tree Project at the Inns Courts Centre. • Fundraise and then cook and serve a free breakfast for homeless people who attend the Wild Goose cafe in town.
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New at The Park
Jumpfit classes – The most fun you can have exercising. Contact: info@ikanjump.com or tel: 0755 192 4053.
Little Wayne’s Taxi Company
Local company, 24 hour taxi service, low costs, wheelchair access vehicles also available - 0117 966 8880.
Community basketball group
The Lazyboys are raising funds to upgrade The Park’s sports hall. Please look at the link below to view the campaign and if you are interested in supporting: https://www.fundsurfer. com/project/lazyboys-basketball • Help staff and pay for a day trip to Weston-Super-Mare for adults with additional needs who attend The South Bristol Drop-In at The Park. • Support the Rainbow Centre in Knowle, which offers support to families affected by life threatening illness and bereavement, by doing up their front garden and helping them with their social media presence.
Preparing breakfast for the homeless at the Wild Goose cafe.
Levi getting his National Volunteer of the Year Award from the Duke of Gloucester.
• Redecorate the Hartcliffe Club for Young People. If you would like to get involved with Youth Moves, come along to one of our sessions, visit us at The Park or give us a call on 0117 903 9796.
New young people needed
Urban Escape (environmental project) Seniors 13+ is looking for new members - Thursdays 5-7pm. Interested? Call the office or email ben. carpenter@youthmoves.org.uk Youth Opinions meet Mondays 5-7pm. Want to make sure young people get heard and involved in decision making locally? Then come and say hello or email denise.clifford@youthmoves.org.uk
Young people attending Holiday Sports Camp.
NCS teams from Wave 2 group photo.
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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY There are lots of great things happening in our community - including many regular groups and activities. Your community website has an events calendar: www.knowlewest.co.uk/events To add your organisation or event contact Sue, Knowledge Editor on 0117 903 0444.
EVENTS Wild Fest 2015
This free event takes place on the Northern Slopes on Saturday 10 October from 1-6pm. If wet, it will move to the sports hall at the Park in Daventry Road. Activities for all ages will include live bands, graffiti painting and circus skills as well as a street dance class and wild bird display. Knowle West Health Association will be running cookery classes and feed 100 people for free at the event. For more information contact Chris Scholes: chris.a.scholes@gmail.com Directions: www. facebook.com/ YouthMoves-423455207816013
Bonfire Night
Celebrate bonfire night at Inns Court Centre with a roaring fire, sparklers, free food and drink, face paints and all sorts of other surprises. Free. Thursday 5 November, 5 - 6.30pm.
Knowle West Churches Together Carol Service
This year the annual carol service will be held at Filwood Community Centre, Filwood Broadway on Friday 4 December at 7pm.
ADULTS Bristol South MP Advice surgeries
Bristol South MP Karin Smyth will be available to help people at advice surgeries at Knowle West Health Park, Downton Road, BS4 1WH, from 9.15 - 10.45 am on the following Fridays: 16 October, 13 November, 27 November and 11 December. To make an appointment to meet the Labour MP call 01179 533 575.
All dates are subject to change – keep an eye on the Knowledge for definite dates.
Gardening club for older people
A gardening club at Springfield Allotments for older people and people with dementia, and their family members, is taking a winter break from 30 October. It will start again on 4 March 2016. Free to attend with no gardening experience necessary and support provided. Run by Knowle West Health Association and Growing Support. Fridays from 10am -12 noon at Springfield Allotments, Andover Rd, Knowle. Contact Dale on 0758 128 1578, email info@growing support.org.uk or drop in.
Willow Craft Course
Try your hand at willow craft at Springfield Allotments in Andover Road, Knowle. Free six-week course which started on 22 September 2015 and takes place Tuesdays 10am 12noon. Contact Knowle West Health Association on 0117 963 9569 or 0752 126 5868.
Mental Health and Wellbeing Course
A six week course starting at Springfield Allotments which focuses on Mental Health and Wellbeing. If this is something you are interested in, contact Knowle West Health Association on 0117 963 9569 or 0752 126 5868 or email allotment kwha@gmail.com to book a place. Start date to be confirmed.
Book Club
Do you love reading and sharing your favourite books? Filwood Library on Filwood Broadway is starting a Book Club on the first Thursday of the month from 1.30-3pm. Free tea and coffee. For more information call 0117 903 8581.
Printed on recycled paper with vegetable inks
Cooking for Adults
Free Square Food Cooking Connections Course for 1855s. Mondays 12.30pm - 3pm for 10 weeks. Email info@ squarefoodfoundation.co.uk to enrol or for more information.
CHILDREN Baby Bounce and Rhyme A sing-along of nursery rhymes and action songs for 0-4s at Filwood Library, Filwood Broadway on Wednesday mornings at 10.30am. (Term time only).
Pre-school Children’s Storytime and Crafts Sessions take place on Fridays at 10.30am - small charge made. (Term time only). Filwood Library, Filwood Broadway.
YOUNG PEOPLE Youth Moves at The Park • Juniors Youth Club
Thursdays 4 - 5.30pm for 8 -13 year olds (term time only). Free mixed activities arts, sports, trips and much more.
• Seniors Youth Club
Wednesdays 6.30 - 8.30pm for 13 -19 year olds (term time only).
• Music Project
Tuesdays and Wednesdays 2 8pm for 12 plus. Come along to one of our sessions, visit us at The Park or call 0117 903 9796. (See p 11 for more about Youth Moves).
Saturday Music Sessions
October half term kids’ cooking sessions at Knowle West Health Association (KWHA). See KWHA website for dates/ times, www.knowlewest healthassoc.org.uk
Want to play music? Love singing? Interested in music tech? Join the Bristol Music Centre – South at Merchants Academy Sports Centre, Molesworth Drive, WIthywood, BS13 9AJ. Saturday mornings from 10am. Contact info@bristolplaysmusic.org, call 0117 204 7140 or visit www. bristolplaysmusic.org
The Square Food Foundation at the Park
Music Sessions at Half Term
Cooking
has a range of cookery classes starting in October for 7-11s. Visit www.squarefood foundation.co.uk
Halloween fun
Halloween fun for kids at Springfield Allotment, Andover Road, Knowle. See KWHA website for details: www. knowlewesthealthassoc.org.uk
Halloween Disco
A free event for the under 11s at Inns Court Centre with spooky music, games and snacks. Friday 30 October from 3pm - 5pm. For more info ring The Matthew Tree Project on 0117 9021220.
XLR music sessions for 11-19 year olds will be running during October half term week at Knowle West Media Centre, Leinster Avenue. Contact James Kennaby, email james.kennaby@ kwmc.org.uk, call 0117 903 0444 or visit ww.kwmc.org.uk
Cooking
The Square Food Foundation at the Park has a range of cookery classes starting in October for 12-16s. Visit www.squarefood foundation.co.uk
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