THE WEEK IN East Bristol & North East Somerset
7th December 2022
Issue 759
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Organised crime group jailed for drug dealing Five men – two of them from South Gloucestershire - who
A police operation was conducted in Bristol on 16th and 17th
Both have now been
used an encrypted messaging service to discuss importing
March this year where Ryan was stopped in his van and
sentenced at Bristol
and transporting vast quantities of drugs have been jailed
Marshall was arrested at a Bristol pub. The van was searched
Crown Court where
for more than 30 years collectively.
and police seized several packages, containing ketamine,
Recorder
A police operation uncovered that they were using the
with an estimated street value of £168,000. Mobile phones
Vaitilingam told them:
EncroChat network to move ketamine across the country.
and approximately £6,000 in cash were also seized.
“You
Avon & Somerset Police became aware of the organised
Warrants were later carried out at Ryan’s home in Kingswood
involved
crime group – which included 33-year-old James Marshall,
and at a lock-up in Warmley where almost £8,000 in cash and
organised crime group
of Seymour Road in Staple Hill and Scott Ryan, 37, of
more ketamine was seized.
directing
and
Albany Sreet in Kingswood - and months of surveillance and
Two months later three other men were arrested - Ryan
supplying
ketamine
other investigative inquiries were carried out before they
Caplin, 26, of Kingsway in Brighton, Daniel Newman, 34,
on
were apprehended.
of Brambletyne in Saltdean, and 34-year-old Harrison
scale.”
Messages on the EncroChat platform showed the high-value
Beesley, of Kings Drive, Eastbourne.
James Marshall was
deals were arranged
Newman and Beesley were jointly charged with three counts
jailed for six years and nine months and Scott Ryan for four
over several months
of conspiracy to supply class B drugs (ketamine and
years. Newman received a seven-and-a-half year sentence;
in
The
cannabis) and one count of conspiracy to transfer criminal
Beesley was jailed for eight years and eight months and
messages included
property. Caplin was charged with conspiracy to transfer
Caplin for three years and four months.
discussions
about
criminal property and a second of conspiracy to supply
A timeline was set for confiscation proceedings with a
multiple six-figure
ketamine as well. They pleaded guilty to all charges and were
hearing planned for next year.
drug deals. Evidence
sentenced at Lewes Crown Court on 28th October.
Detective Sergeant Jason Chidgey said: “We welcome the
was
obtained
Marshall and Ryan both pleaded guilty to conspiracy to
strong sentences handed out to these five men and hope it
Ryan
supply ketamine and possession with intent to supply the
sends a loud message to anyone involved in the supply of
would drive across
same class B drug. They also both admitted conspiracy to
illegal drugs.
the country as part
transfer criminal property. Ryan also admitted three further
“These results come off the back of a complex and lengthy
of the group’s efforts
offences, namely possession of an offensive weapon in a
investigation and show that police and other law enforcement
to transport drugs.
public place and two counts of possessing criminal property.
agencies are steadfast in their determination to bring down
2020.
showing
James Marshall
Adam
were
a
in
both an
commercial Scott Ryan
organised crime groups who cause misery in local communities.”
Also in this week’s issue
Oldland football club defend unsanctioned work . . . page 3
Last bank in Downend to close . . . page 4
Latest plans to improve Keynsham’s ‘at risk’ conservation area . . . page 5
Brislington Meadows ‘not special enough to save’ says Natural England . . . page 7
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The Week in • Wednesday 7th December 2022
Football club defend unsanctioned work Football club Oldland Abbotonians, who have carried out unsanctioned work including relocating a public footpath, say they have the best interests of the community at heart but are being hindered by anti-social behaviour and issues with their lease. As we reported in Issue 754, South Gloucestershire Council has not authorised some work which the club have carried out. Part of the new footpath is in a poor state following recent rainfall but the club this week told us it is because they haven’t been allowed to complete drainage works. They also said they are still waiting for the council as landowner to give them the go-ahead to implement the planning approval they have for a clubhouse extension. The club, who play in the Toolstation League and have ladies’ and youth teams, only have about five years left on their lease and said that without certainty that it will be extended they are struggling to get Football Association funding. They said: “Oldland Abbotonians FC go above and out of our remit to maintain the facility and parts of the site adjoining the playing field owned by South Gloucestershire Council, i.e., Castle Road, to provide safer access and make the road more usable for members and the wider community. “During the summer we have invested a significant amount of money - approximately £20,000 - to upgrade the playing surface as well as significant other expenditure to improve spectator facilities. Unfortunately, the club and facility have historically been subject to countless incidents of anti-social
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behaviour, mindless vandalism and general trespass. There are daily issues with dogs fouling within the playing area. This has led to a number of infections in players. “The club have, in good faith, moved the footpath on average less than three metres. This has allowed the ground and playing area to be locked when not in use. The pathway has been laid with stone to provide a flat, safe running way. We have also installed a new pathway to the top of the site which was previously impassable. “During the construction process, the council instructed us to cease further works, which we acted upon with immediate effect.” The club added: “The works undertaken have brought significant positive feedback from the community. Oldland Abbotonians FC are expected to maintain the existing facility under the terms of our lease. We are at a loss to how we can adequately do this when we cannot control what we are expected to maintain. We are a volunteer-led community club, self-funded, and can ill-afford the cost of frequent repairs. “We continue to seek necessary collaborative resolution with South Gloucestershire Council. All the work we have done to improve the facility was done with the community at large
Flooding at the relocated footpath
at the fore. We seem to be victim of few complainants at the total expense of the 500+members/ visitors who enjoy the facility.”
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Appeal to find missing woman Police have renewed an appeal for information to help find missing 43year-old woman Denise Jarvis who was last seen in the Southey Park area of Kingswood on 3rd August. Last week Det Insp Ben Denise Jarvis Lavender said: “It’s been more than three months since anyone last saw or heard from Denise, which is of great concern. “We’ve carried out further expert-led co-ordinated searches in the South Gloucestershire area, and more searches are planned.” Denise was last seen wearing a navy floral dress, green sleeveless jacket and white shoes. If you know where Denise is, call 999 quoting reference 5222186376, or 101 with any other information.
Downend to lose its last bank HSBC, the last bank in Downend, is to close next year. It is one of 114 branches across the country more than a quarter of HSBC’s surviving sites - that will be lost. The Badminton Road branch will close on 25th April. The nearby Lloyds Bank closed in 2020. This week local councillors Liz Brennan, Ben Burton and James Griffiths said the branch is a “lifeline” for many people who don’t have access to online services or who need over-thecounter services to support local businesses and charities. They have launched a survey https://tinyurl.com/y6pj7pxe - to see how the closure will affect residents and intend to write to HSBC to appeal against the closure. There is still a post office in Downend at McColl’s and a cashpoint, as well as a cashpoint at Sainsbury’s. There is also a local agency for Yorkshire Building Society.
THE WEEK IN Barrs Court, Bitton, Brislington, Cadbury Heath, Compton Dando, Corston, Downend, Emersons Green, Fishponds, Hanham, Hillfields, Keynsham, Kingswood, Longwell Green, Mangotsfield, Marksbury, North Common, Oldland Common, Pucklechurch, Saltford, Staple Hill, Stockwood, St George, Warmley, Whitchurch, Wick, Willsbridge.
Cllrs Liz Brennan & Ben Burton
Clarification We have been asked to clarify that the picture in last week’s article about Charlton House Resource Centre also showed adjoining Hawthorn Court, which is run by housing association Curo and is not affected by the Care Quality Commission investigation at Charlton House.
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The Week in • Wednesday 7th December 2022
Heritage improvement plans for conservation area Plans have been drawn up to improve properties as part of the Keynsham Heritage Action Zone Project. The partnership programme between Historic England, Bath & North East Somerset Council and Keynsham Town Council aims to enhance the town’s conservation area to create a more attractive and vibrant shopping area. Keynsham Conservation Area is on Historic England’s Conservation Areas at Risk register which describes its condition as very bad and deteriorating due in part to the loss of historic shopfronts, features, poor modern
signage and security shutters. General repairs and replacement windows and downpipes are now planned at numbers 20 to 30 Temple Street, along with the refurbishment of the shopfronts at numbers 20 and 22. It is proposed to replace first-floor contemporary sash windows with a traditional window pattern to match surviving examples within the conservation area, helping to restore some of the original character of these buildings and making the historic street a more attractive retail space, as well as improving energy efficiency.
Temple Street - Picture by Olivia Kiely
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Council criticised for solar panels delay Solar panels have still to be installed on Keynsham’s Riverside View development in Temple Street, three years after it was completed. The former Bath & North East Somerset Council office building was converted into 95 apartments by the Picture by Olivia Kiely
council’s own property development company, with photovoltaic (PV)
from
solar panels planned to produce electricity
Community
for Keynsham Leisure Centre below. But
community-owned solar panels on the two
the length of time it is taking Aequus
roofs of Riverside View, which is owned
Developments Ltd to install the solar
by B&NES Council.
panels is being called into question.
“The electricity generated would be sold at
Former councillor Bob Goodman first
a reduced price to Keynsham Leisure
criticised the council in May last year for
Centre, which would help to mitigate
the hold-up in and has now highlighted the
against their spiralling energy costs.
ongoing delay.
Community-owned solar can also play a
Last year we were told by the council’s
significant role in helping the council
deputy leader that the work couldn’t be
achieve its net zero target, and in weaning
carried out until the new roof had been
our region off fossil fuels. We have been
through its defects period, but that the
working on this project for some time with
council was exploring a solar PV project
B&NES Council and feel we are now
with Keynsham Community Energy
making progress. We hope it will be
(KCE). We were this week still waiting for
possible to install the panels in spring
an update from the council but Liz Barling
2023.”
KCE
told
us:
“Keynsham
Energy
wants
to
put
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Experts disagree over impact of 260 homes The Government’s adviser for the natural environment has raised no objection to plans for 260 homes on Brislington Meadows. Natural England says the development would not have significant adverse impacts on statutorily protected nature conservation sites or landscapes. However, both Avon Wildlife Trust and the Avon & Bristol branch of countryside charity CPRE have lodged objections to Homes England’s proposals. The land was earmarked for development by Bristol City
Bus demo ahead of council meeting A group of bus campaigners who want to see Londonstyle franchising in the region are planning to lobby South Gloucestershire councillors ahead of next Wednesday’s full council meeting. Better Bus South Glos are planning to ‘light the way’ for councilors at the Civic Centre in Kingswood from 6.15pm on 14th December. Anyone who cares about the future of local bus services is welcome to join them and bring torches or wear hi-vis clothing. The Reclaim Our Buses demonstration is aimed at getting the council on board with the call for the West of England Mayor Dan Norris to consider running the local bus network on a franchise system.
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Council eight years ago and sold to Homes England in 2020 for £15m. But last year Bristol’s Mayor Marvin Rees said the site was of high ecological importance and would not be built upon. Homes England’s plans were on the council’s development control committee agenda today (Wednesday). However, as Homes England has already appealed to the Secretary of State to make the decision because the council was taking too long, the committee can only confirm the council’s case at the
public inquiry which starts in the new year. CPRE agrees with the Save Brislington Meadows group which objects on the grounds of flood risk, ecology, traffic, heritage, the need for housing and the bomb risk as the site was bombed during the war. Avon Wildlife Trust says the site is a valuable habitat for wildlife, designated as a Site of Nature Conservation Importance for its rich grassland habitats, and provides key “ecosystem services” as well as reducing flooding.
Christmas fun in Hanham Hanham High Street was closed to traffic on Saturday afternoon for the annual Christmas Fair. Nicola Bartlett, from Eclectic Gift Shop, said: “It was wonderful to see so many families enjoying their time on the High Street and supporting small businesses.”
Hanham High Street
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LETTERS Fond memories of a great Keynsham shop Dear Editor So sad to hear that Buss’s in Keynsham is closing - another cornerstone of Keynsham business gone but not surprising in present trading conditions. I would just like to add my thanks to them for brilliant service over many decades. They were a lifeline during COVID when you could ring in an order and pick it up at the back. As our other precious traders, like the pet and garden shop and Bath Bakery, have closed, they did their best to fill the gaps. Unfortunately we are now at the mercy of the supermarkets but with fond memories of personal service at a great shop. My very best wishes to all. Sheila Crocombe
In praise of our NHS
school days that a very famous person
Dear Editor
expressed the view that the pen is mightier than
I felt that I should share an experience with you
the sword.
all. Recently my wife had to dial 999 for an
Robert C Davis
and the rest of the family. I knew I was in good hands because of the very professional way the paramedics went about the task that met them when they arrived at my home. At this point I would like to thank both paramedic Charlie Pilkington and his colleague for looking after me and delivering me to a safe place for treatment. I reflected on my experience and wondered what would have happened had we had not had this service at the other end of the telephone, not for my sake but for all our future. My conclusion was that we all should look after the
Lesson to be learned from the North
Dear Editor Are you an unpaid carer? If you don't already
ambulance for me. Being 78 years old it was very stressful for her
services that our parents and others have so generously built up for all of us to benefit from and pass onto those who come on after we have
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Dear Editor
person you care for should you fall ill or
The residents of the village of Anstey in Dorset
become unable to provide care.
were finalising rehearsals for their pantomime
If you have an accident or there is an
as they have done so for the last 40 years, with
emergency, the card can be used to alert a 24-
everyone including the children in the cast
hour emergency call centre that the person you
looking forward to the production of Aladdin.
care for needs help. Steps are then taken to
Then the plug was pulled on the show, as one
ensure the safety of the person you care for.
of the cast's mother reportedly complained
And that’s not the end of the benefits of having
about the inclusion of the long established
a Carers Emergency Card, as holders will be
Aladdin characters Chop Chop and Wishy
entitled to a variety of discounts including days
Washy who work in Widow Twankey's
out, retail and eating out.
laundrette. Her reason for complaining was that
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at
Dear Editor
passed on. Always value those things you have
So, yet again, our bus services are being cut.
got for there may come the day you need it and
With no warning. More money seems to be
it’s no longer there.
coming from our local councils/the West of
I posted about this on the Nextdoor website and
England Combined Authority to support
because of the response I have had to it I felt
services but the more First is subsidised by
that I would continue to try and support our
taxpayers, the less it wishes to actually run
local NHS and felt that I could give an
services. Why, though, are we being held to
independent view of the service they give to
ransom by a single bus company who seem to
these in need.
have a monopoly across the Bristol and Bath
Since writing that piece I have spent many days
area? Surely with First's record of failures, the
in various wards and met a good cross-section
local councils should be saying enough is
of staff on the front line. Doctors, specialists
enough. If First are unable to provide the
who have looked at my body inside and out;
necessary standard of services, there are other
one thing that struck was the number of other
companies who could do so. Why aren't the
people that are employed and volunteers that
Green bin cost rise ‘not affordable’
routes being offered to other companies?
keep this wonderful organisation working to
Dear Editor
I recently visited the Blackpool area and used
improve the quality of life that we all need
When the Conservatives took control of South
public transport in Fleetwood, Lytham and St
between our birth and death.
Gloucestershire Council they said they would
Annes and the services were all superb, on
My hope is that I can expand my knowledge of
do away with charging for green bins but
time, and no cancellations. Perhaps First should
this institution from a layman’s perspective and
removed a few pounds instead.
go on a fact-finding trip up North and see what
pass on the knowledge I have gained to all
Now they are considering charging us £55, as
Copy can be sent by post or, preferably, e-
a decent bus service looks like.
those in our community and beyond. I cannot
highlighted in last week’s issue. Such an
mail and should arrive at our offices no
Leisa Vockings
walk as others walk in support of their chosen
increase is not affordable for a lot of people.
later than 9.00am on the Monday of each
Oldland Common
charities but I seem to remember from my
Doug Watts
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into any situation they can find with the sole purpose of spoiling things for others?
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Incidentally, recently I was the caller at a local bingo evening when I used the expression ‘88 Two fat ladies’. I am waiting to be carted off to the Tower - that will have the wokers cheering! Mike Barrow Keynsham
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Queen Charlton through traffic ban delayed again Work to close off Queen Charlton Lane to through traffic had been due for completion last Friday but the route still remained open at the start of this week for motorists choosing to ignore the road closure signs. Bath & North East Somerset Council’s six-month ‘Liveable Neighbourhood’ trial had originally been due to start on 17th November but was delayed until last week. And although signs have been erected there were still only temporary barriers, with work to install planters and droppable bollards unfinished.
Queen Charlton Lane has traditionally been heavily used by through traffic in the morning and afternoon peaks, with drivers 'queue jumping' traffic at the Woollard Lane/A37 junction at Whitchurch Village. The ban will mean that commuter traffic will be diverted instead along Charlton Road and Woollard Lane. The aim is to ensure this narrow, rural lane is a safe environment for those walking, cycling and horse riding without restricting vehicle access to homes, businesses and farmland.
5G phone mast plan blocked South Gloucestershire Council has rejected a phone
with six antennas and four cabinets on the grass verge on
company’s bid for prior approval for a 17-metre 5G mast
the corner of Court Road and Pettigrove Road but the
opposite a children’s play area in Kingswood.
council has ruled that the height, bulk and design would
CK Hutchinson Networks (UK) Ltd applied to erect a mast
harm the area.
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Boots, Gallagher Retail Park, Longwell Green (10.30am-4pm) Asda, Longwell Green (10am-4pm) Sainsbury’s, Emersons Green Retail Park (9.30am-4.30pm) Keynsham Pharmacy, 15 Station Road, BS31 2BH (10am-4pm) Tesco, Callington Road, Brislington (10am to 4pm) Morrisons, 688-718 Fishponds Road, Fishponds (10am-4pm) Boots, Avonmeads Retail Park, St Philips Causeway (11am-5pm)
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Christmas on the Hill Crowds enjoyed the annual Christmas on the Hill celebrations in Staple Hill on Saturday.
Housing planned for brownfield site Plans to redevelop a brownfield site in Downend for housing have been submitted to South Gloucestershire Council. The plan is to demolish buildings, including the former Ablemove/Wottons warehouse and 1940s bungalow at 26 Dial Lane, and build nine two, three and four-bedroom homes, each with gardens. The application, lodged by Dial Lane (Bristol) Developments, also includes access alterations. There would be two pairs of semi-detached houses fronting Dial Lane, and a pair of semi-detached houses and a terrace of three houses to the rear of the site. Seventeen parking spaces are proposed, with secure cycle stores in each rear garden. The planning reference number is P22/06457.
Although the popular event has been scaled back in recent years, there were attractions for all the family in Fountain Square and along the main street, as well as special offers in local shops. Choirs from local schools sang and the Salvation Army Band were playing. There were also crafts, food and drink stalls and a funfair ride. The Friends of Page Park were there selling 2023 calendars
to raise money towards the cost of a new Changing Places toilet block for the park.
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The Community Page
News from Keynsham Town Council
A Wonderful Winter Festival
Christmas is a tricky time of
This year, the Winter Festival kicked the holiday season off
year.
with a bang. The event, put on by the Keynsham Town
gifts for loved ones, writing
Council, was bigger than ever before with lots of activities
cards
for the whole family to enjoy. For the first time, the
Christmas gatherings where
procession left from Memorial Park and the Living
everybody is expected to be
Community Christmas tree, planted in honour of the Queen’s
joyful. People say Christmas
Jubilee. The procession was led by Chuffy the Train and
is for families, but we are
featured the big man himself – Father Christmas – as well as
lucky if we have a loving
local children who won this year’s colouring contest, the Air
family. Although one Christmas message is to support
Cadets 93 Squadron, Heidi-Marie Dance Academy,
those in need, I’m not sure we always succeed.
Razzamataz Theatre School and Phoenix Youth Theatre.
Many of us carry burdens which are somehow heavier at
New for 2022, the Key Centre was open and featured a craft
Christmas. For some, it shows the deficiencies in their
workshop and face painting. Food vendors and market stalls
lives and emphasises problems. It may be that it is the
A Message from our Chairman Choosing the right messages.
and
Cllr Andy Wait
were positioned along Market Walk and in Fear Hall and
Chair of the Events, Arts, Tourism and Heritage committee.
anniversary of the death of a loved one or perhaps it is
allowed people to get a head start on their holiday shopping.
“It's fantastic to have been able to create a large event again
the first Christmas that we can’t be with those we love.
Street entertainers lined the High Street with lots of singing
this year after our much smaller affairs due to COVID-19.
So, may I suggest that we look beyond the bright lights,
and dancing on the Main Stage and in The Space above the
We hope that we created a fabulous and fun evening for all
the over-eating and the presents; the constant showing of
Library.
of the family. A big thank you to all of our community
Ben Hur and Uncle Buck on TV and think for a moment
"I'm very pleased to have had the chance to work with a
volunteers for helping to make the event a success."
of those we know who may not be having a Merry
wonderful team of officers and volunteer councillors to put
A final thank you to all our sponsors for making the Winter
Christmas.
on our Winter Festival,” said Councillor Dave Biddleston,
Festival possible.
At this time above any other, an act of kindness or generosity can lift the spirits of those individuals we
A Warm Space and Warm Welcome
know who would welcome a few minutes of your time or appreciate a thoughtful gesture. I would encourage you to spend time thinking of somebody you know who
The rising cost of fuel and food means that it can be tough
would welcome a little of our good neighbourliness.
getting by at the moment.
Christmas, after all, has been a Christian festival for
Churches, community groups and businesses in Keynsham
around 2,000 years. At this time, we celebrate the birth
are coming together to offer warm places this Winter where
of Jesus Christ who, whatever your beliefs, showed us
people are free to gather during the day with the offer of a
through his actions how to love, serve and teach us how
warm place and warm welcome.
to behave at this and every other time of year.
Warm spaces are being offered at St John’s Parish Church
Merry Christmas to everyone and a Happy New Year to
Hall, Victoria Methodist Church, Queens Road Methodist
you.
Church, One Community Trust Building, Community@67, St Dunstan’s Parish Hall, Elim Pentecostal Church and The
Christmas Tree Trail
Crown Inn. Whether you want somewhere social to spend some time or
The
are looking for a working from home space, all are welcome.
Christmas
Tree
Trail
passport has been a huge success
For more information, please visit the Town Council offices.
this year with lots of residents following
Good Citizen Award Nominations Now Open
submitting
trail
and
entries.
The
the
Keynsham Town Council would
The Keynsham Town Council is looking for nominations
the Keynsham community. Winners receive a framed
like to thank all the shops and
for its Good Citizens Award. Now in its 14th year, the
certificate and £100 to put towards a Keynsham-based
businesses
award aims to recognise individuals who devote their time
community group of their choice.
involved to make it such a success. The competition
and effort to enhance the Keynsham community.
If you would like to nominate someone, please email
closes on Thursday 8th December, so if you haven’t yet
The Town Council asks residents to nominate anyone they
deputytownclerk@keynsham-tc.gov.uk for a nomination
handed in your entry please do. Winners will be
feel deserves recognition for the work they do to improve
form. Submission deadline is 14th March 2023.
announced on Friday 9th December on Facebook.
that
have
been
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Festive shopping event Shoppers flocked to Fonthill Garden Centre in Bitton last Thursday for their special Christmas Evening where attractions included these two donkeys (pictured with staff), the Bristol East and Kingswood Brass Band, local suppliers, festive food and 10% off all items.
Church hosts concert The Avon & Somerset Constabulary Male Voice Choir are performing a concert jointly with the Ynysowen Male Voice Choir at St John’s Church in Keynsham on Saturday (10th December) at 7.30pm. Tickets are available from the church or at the door.
Good first inspection
Credit: Ellie Poole
Play Station Nursery at Barley Close Community Primary School in Mangotsfield has been rated as Good in its first Ofsted inspection. The inspector said that children form strong relationships with the kind and nurturing staff who care for them and have lots of opportunities to be physically active. Managers and staff are said to develop positive partnerships with parents. There are 16 children on the roll at the nursery which was registered in 2020.
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New school hosts trust’s first eco festival While the eyes of the world were on Egypt during the COP27 summit, pupils at a group of local schools were focusing on the environment closer to home. Children from some of the schools in the Futura Learning Partnership met for an eco festival at the new Two Rivers CofE Primary in Keynsham, looking at
issues including climate education, river protection, energy use and food security. Children aged six to 18 from Bridge Farm, Chandag Infants, Chandag Juniors, IKB, Saltford, SBL, St John’s, The Meadows, Two Rivers, Wansdyke and Wellsway took part in the festival. It was the first of what will be an annual event and hailed the development of a Futura Eco Council.
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