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A specially curated guide to help you enjoy the next 48 hours (or more) in Bristol
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FESTIVAL | FOOD, DRINK, AND FAMILY FUN
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St Nicholas night market pitches up after two years
Market traders are set to light up Bristol’s Old City again as the city welcomes the return of St Nicholas night market on Friday 8 April.
Located next to St Nicholas Market (St Nick’s), the event will be spread across St Nicholas Steet, Corn Street, Exchange Avenue and All Saints Lane, bringing the Old City to life.
From 5pm to 10pm visitors will be able to enjoy a wide selection of stalls selling food and drinks from local producers and suppliers. There will also be a host of family-friendly entertainment throughout the evening, including a fantastic musical line-up featuring local musicians and DJs, dance classes, circus performers, light installations, a garden party, lantern workshops and more.
Find out more: bristol.gov.uk
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OUR MARCH ISSUE: OUT NOW
Our March magazine features a collection of great reading by our team of wonderful writers as well as beautifully presented advertising by Bristol's best businesses. We hope you'll enjoy the read!
15,000 copies are delivered door to door, and you can pick up a copy at many places around town – including our stands at Waitrose, John Lewis, House of Fraser and Harvey Nichols.
You can also read the digital version of our current issue by clicking here!
And if you would like to have a copy sent in the post every month, then we offer a postal subscription for just £30 for 12 issues, £15 for six issues or buy a copy for just £3.95. UK mainland prices. For Euro and World zone subscription prices – see our website.
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WALK | PUT A SPRING IN YOUR STEP
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| Andrew Swift: Green Corridors |
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“Some [green corridors] are well-trodden, while others are well-kept secrets. All of them, though, can lead the way to inspirational urban explorations,” says Andrew Swift, who, this month, takes us on a journey to Bath and back.
Follow in Andrew's footsteps on The Bristol Magazine website: thebristolmag.co.uk
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WEEKEND RECIPE | NICE NOODLES
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| Recipe by Melissa Blease |
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| Chilli Egg Ramen |
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Few dishes are more uplifting on a chilly, early spring evening than a big bowl of steaming ramen: basically, noodles cooked in a tastebud-tantalising broth packed with punchy Asian flavours, on the table in less than 20 minutes.
I've topped this ramen with broth-poached eggs for extra-added creaminess and a protein boost; if, however, you'd prefer a vegan version, use vegetable stock, omit the eggs and add cubes of firm silken tofu instead.
White miso – a fermented paste made from rice, barley and soya beans – is readily available in Asian supermarkets and, increasingly, high street supermarkets too. It has a mild umami flavour with a mellow, nutty, almost creamy sweetness; once you've tried it, you'll wonder where it's been all your life. Similarly, Sriracha Sauce is easy to get your hands on – go easy, though, because not all Srirachas are equal; some of them are hot enough to make your eyes water for days on end... you have been warned.
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| Ingredients |
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2 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped
2-3 teaspoons (depending on personal taste) Sriracha or hot chilli sauce
600ml chicken or vegetable stock
200ml reduced fat coconut milk
3 tbsp low-sodium dark soy sauce
200g baby bok choy (trimmed) or spinach
2 tbsp white miso paste
300g Udon noodles
2 eggs
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1. Heat the butter in a wok or large pan over a medium heat and sauté the garlic and ginger together for a couple of minutes, until fragrant (but don't let the garlic burn!). Add the Sriracha Sauce or chilli oil and cook for another minute before adding the chicken or vegetable stock, coconut milk and soy sauce. Stir well, add the miso paste and bok choy or spinach and bring to the boil. Add the noodles and simmer gently for 2 minutes.
2. Separate the noodles using tongs or a fork, then crack the eggs into a small bowl and gently pour over the broth in the pan (resist the urge to stir! You're aiming for intact poached eggs). Simmer for 30 seconds then cover the wok or pan and remove from the heat. Allow the eggs to poach in the broth for 3-4 minutes, or until the yolk is soft-set and the whites creamy.
3. Remove the eggs with a large slotted spoon and set to one side on a warm plate. Divide the ramen between two warm bowls and top each bowl with a poached egg, sliced spring onions, splashes of dark soy sauce and dots of more Sriracha Sauce or chilli oil (optional). Serve immediately.
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FOUR OF A KIND | READY IN A FLASH
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| Words by Melissa Blease |
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| 4 Speedy Noodle Dishes |
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| Peanut Butter Noodles (serves 2; vegan) |
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Slice 400g chestnut mushrooms and sauté over a medium heat for around 6-8 minutes until browned, adding a handful of trimmed, sliced spring onions for the last couple of minutes. Meanwhile, cook 250g dried Udon noodles according to the instructions on the packet before draining (reserving 4 tbsp cooking water) and setting to one side. In a small bowl, mix 50g crunchy peanut butter with 50g room temperature butter, 40g tamari (readily available in supermarkets), 1 clove garlic (crushed), 1 thinly-sliced red chilli and a handful of chopped coriander stalks (reserving the leaves). When the mushrooms have browned, add the peanut sauce to the pan followed by the reserved cooking water from the noodles. Stir well until the sauce is smooth, add the noodles and toss everything together until the noodles are well coated in the sauce. Serve immediately in warm bowls topped with the reserved fresh coriander leaves, a drizzle of sesame oil and a generous sprinkling of crushed peanuts or sesame seeds.
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| Egg Yolk Noodles (serves 2; vegetarian) |
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So simple – but so very delicious! Cook 300g Udon noodles according to the instructions on the packet while you whisk 2 egg yolks with 1 tbsp reduced-sodium dark soy sauce. As soon as the noodles are cooked, drain well and, while they're still hot, coat them in the beaten egg/soy sauce mixture. Serve in warm bowls topped with freshly chopped coriander and splashes of chilli sauce – and that's it!
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| Oyster Sauce “Pad Thai” (serves 2) |
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Cook 200g dried flat rice noodles according to the instructions on the packet. Drain and refresh under a cold running tap and set to one side. Mix 2 tbsp oyster sauce with 2 tbsp cold water in a small cup and set that to one side too. Heat 1 tbsp sunflower oil and 1 tsp sesame oil in a wok or large frying pan and briefly sauté 1 tbsp peeled, grated ginger with 1 clove garlic (peeled and crushed), ½ tsp dried chilli flakes and the zest of 1 unwaxed lime until fragrant. Add the cooked noodles to the pan along with the watered-down oyster sauce, the juice of half the lime, 4 tbsp reduced-sodium dark soy sauce and a handful of chopped fresh coriander. Toss well to combine and keep warm while you fry 2 eggs until the whites turn crispy but the yolks remain buttery. Serve the noodles in warm bowls topped with the crispy fried eggs, more chopped fresh coriander and sprinkles of dried chilli flakes.
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| Satay Steak Noodles (serves 2) |
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Simmer 200g broccoli florets in a pan of boiling salted water for 2 minutes. Scoop the florets out with a slotted spoon, set to one side, and add 2 blocks dried noodles to the same water. Simmer the noodles until just-cooked, and drain well. Heat a heavy-based frying pan to very hot and sear 2 thin sirloin steaks for 2 minutes on each side. Remove the steaks from the pan and allow them to rest under foil while you make the sauce: add a little more oil to the pan followed by 6 trimmed, chopped spring onions (reserving around 1 tbsp for serving), 1 tbsp grated ginger and 1 clove garlic (crushed) to the pan and sauté briefly until softened. Add 3 tbsp crunchy peanut butter, 200ml reduced fat coconut milk, 2 tbsp reduced-sodium dark soy sauce, 1-2 tbsp chilli sauce and around 1-2 tbsp boiling water, and stir until smooth and bubbling. Add the cooked noodles and broccoli to the pan and toss well to cover both in the sauce and slice the steaks into strips. Serve the noodles in warm bowls topped with the steak strips, a smattering of sesame seeds, the reserved chopped spring onions and slices of fresh red chillies.
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WEEKEND WINE | TREAT MUM TO A ROSÉ
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| Rosés with a lovely bouquet... |
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Pretty Gorgeous Rosé – Pretty Gorgeous
A delightful and dainty rosé, ideal during the warmer months. Intense lychee and strawberry notes are greeted with hints of violet and good acidity. £9.50
Côtes de Provence – La Vidaubanaise
Classic Provence rosé, and not only because of its distinctive skittle-shape bottle. Packed full of strawberry and peach, this wine is thirst quenching – its fruit is laced with a fresh citrus acidity, ideally suited to spring and summer days. Even better, at this price you won't mind opening a second bottle! £12.95
Las Fincas Rosado – Chivite Family Estates
From Spain, this food-friendly rosé wine was created by Julián Chivite and is made up of a blend of 54% Garnacha and 46% Tempranillo and has been aged on its lees for six months prior to bottling. Featuring an intense nose and very fruity aromas of berry and pomegranate, notes with rose petals at the end. On the palate it is smooth and tasty. £14.40 – Magnum available at £42
Rose de Léoube Organic – Château Leoube
This is very much a rosé of elegance rather than power. The delicate aromas reveal scents of honey and soft red fruits. There is an unmistakable scent of mint, evoking the herbs that grow wild around the vineyards. Even the nearby sea seems to have left its mark in the appetising, lightly salty finish. A very complex wine, balanced, fresh and sheer in perfect Provence style. £23.50 – Magnum available at £47.50
Rosé – Haltingly Valley
From England, irresistibly vibrant strawberries and cream aromas leap from the glass, and it is juicy, succulent and fresh – but not sharp – on the palate. Beautifully balanced. So utterly alluring that you won't be able to help drinking it up straight away. Absolutely glorious. £22
Explore these and many more Rosés at The Great Wine Co.
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EATING OUT | MOTHER'S DAY MEAL
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| Celebrate Mother’s Day at The Ivy Clifton Brasserie, Bristol |
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This Mother’s Day, The Ivy Clifton Brasserie will be celebrating with a carefully crafted dessert designed to please the palette and the senses.
Surprise mothers and loved ones this March with the limited-edition Floral Mother’s Day Macaron, incorporating a delicious raspberry, almond and pistachio macaron filled with fresh vanilla ice cream and topped with a rich raspberry sauce. The Floral Mother's Day Macaron (£10.25) is available for one day only on Sunday, 27 March.
To book a table please visit theivycliftonbrasserie.com.
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OBJECT OF INTEREST | RETRO STYLE
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| Longines Heritage collection Legend Diver |
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A reinterpretation of a 1960s diver watch, The Longines Legend Diver takes a special place in the brand’s Heritage segment.
Symbolic of the rich tradition of Longines, this range has gradually expanded over the years. All models have the clean lines and spirit of the original timepiece, whilst benefiting from up-to-date watchmaking and technical advances. While it has a contemporary look – we love the blue dial version with the blue leather strap (shown £1,960) – the retro styling of the range will no doubt play its own part in the story of an iconic watch that’s a well-known and well-loved collector’s piece.
Automatic, self-winding mechanical movement beating at 25200 vibrations per hour, with a power reserve of approximately 72 hours. 42mm stainless steel case water resistant to 30 bar (300m).
Visit Mallory to find out more and add to your wishlist.
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A COMMERCIAL BY US | COOPERS
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| Experience Fisher & Paykel at Coopers Home Appliances |
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Coopers Home Appliances, Bath now boasts a new Fisher & Paykel experience centre – for customers to see up-close the beauty and quality of the Fisher & Paykel range of appliances.
Coopers is just one of a handful of independent appliance retailers to offer a Fisher & Paykel experience centre.
Editing our own footage together with product clips, we made this short commercial to celebrate Fisher & Paykel at Coopers.
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| If you have a product commercial in mind or need a video presentation to help promote your business - then why not get in touch with the team at The Bristol Magazine. |
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| You can view the Hope and Homes for Children privacy policy at www.hopeandhomes.org/privacy. Registered charity (No. 1089490) |
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BEAUTY | MARVELLOUS MOTHERS
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Lush: Mother’s Day 2022 range
Say thank you to the maternal figure in your life with these handmade vegan products – and gift them in one of Lush’s reusable Knot Wraps.
Available in-store and online: lush.com
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TECH SAVVY | WE LOVE A LEICA
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The new M11
Leica’s camera body designs are instantly recognisable with their classic styling, premium look and perfect ergonomics.
Always in the hands of famous photographers, for over 100 years Leica is the camera that captures the stories of life: from the everyday to the extraordinary. Leica recently unveiled its new M11. On first impressions it is almost identical to the M10 model it updates – however inside is some truly groundbreaking technology, with the introduction of a new M-Sensor: a 60 Megapixel resolution full-frame CMOS sensor that is capable of triple resolutions of 60, 36 or 18 Megapixels in both Raw and JPG. Coupled with new filter technology, a multi field light metering system and a fast, efficient Maestro III processor allowing continuous shooting even at 36 Megapixels, the enhanced image quality opens up even more possibilities and will please and be coveted by Leica photographers across the globe.
Find out more at leica-camera.com
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INDEPENDENT SHOUT OUT | MOTHER'S DAY GIFT
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Box Local
Beautifully packaged treats from local producers. Choose a ready-made set or build your own. Prices start at £15
boxlocal.co.uk
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ON THE BOX | ALL ABOUT EVE
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BBC iPlayer: Killing Eve series 4
The final obsession. Eve is on a mission to get revenge against the Twelve.
Killing Eve series 4 is available to watch on iPlayer, with a new episode released every Monday: bbc.co.uk/iPlayer
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CINEMA | BRISTOL FILM FESTIVAL
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Eraserhead, Redcliffe Caves, March 26
Saturday evening at the Underground Cinema is a David Lynch double bill, starting with his electrifying and deeply disturbing debut feature film, Eraserhead.
Against the backdrop of a bleak industrial landscape, Eraserhead follows loner Henry as he discovers that a brief relationship has left Mary pregnant. However, Henry is not convinced that Mary’s “child” is even human...
Click here to buy your tickets
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Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me, Redcliffe Caves, March 26
Venture underground into the Redcliffe Caves this March, as the Festival’s biannual screening series returns.
The second part of the festival's David Lynch double bill concludes with his feature length addition to the mythos of his beloved cult TV show, Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me.
Click here to buy your tickets
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THE MAGAZINE KIOSK | WHY WE LOVE PRINT
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Curated by Daniel McCabe
Now running to 43 issues, Kinfolk is a magazine that’s been around long enough for people to think that’s a bad thing, like it might be tired or irrelevant. A change of ownership and an office move from Portland to Copenhagen aside, it’s survived all the old ‘hipster’ jokes to remain, in our opinion, a high quality and well-balanced international cultural quarterly. In fact the latest issue, ‘The Mind’, is one of the most entertaining they’ve done, a diverse mix of psychedelics, architecture, couples’ therapy, eyewear, Brazilian flora, fashion, astrology and more. £14.99
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Magalleria is a Bath-based shop and online retailer, selling fine and interesting magazines from independent and selected publishers from all over the globe. Visit the website to find out more: magalleria.co.uk
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MUSIC | CLASSICAL CONCERTS
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Bristol Ensemble: upcoming events
Spring is in the Air: 19 March, Trinity-Henleaze URC
Celebrating the coming of spring, this concert features virtuosic music for wind ensemble from across the centuries. At the heart of the programme is Mozart’s three-movement Quintet, scored for piano, oboe, clarinet, horn and bassoon, alongside works by Ravel, Shostakovich and Malcolm Arnold.
Tickets are £16.50 for adults and £5 for under 25s; available from Opus 13 music shop on 0117 923 0164 or from the Henleaze Concert Society website: henleazeconcertsociety.org
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Vaughan Williams and the English Tradition: 25 March, St George's Bristol
Bristol Ensemble celebrate the 150th anniversary of the birth of one of England’s greatest composers, Ralph Vaughan Williams with performances of some of his most cherished works including The Lark Ascending with violin soloist Natalia Lomeiko and Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis.
Tickets £15 to £35 plus booking fee from St George’s box office on 0845 40 24 001 or from the St George’s Bristol website: stgeorgesbristol.co.uk
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Ransack Theatre: Catching Comets, The Wardrobe Theatre, 24-26 March
A deeply intimate story of universal proportions. (★★★★ Broadway World)
Catching Comets is two stories told at the same time: a disaster movie about falling in love and a rom-com about the end of the world.
A brilliantly executed one-man show, Catching Comets introduces Toby as he recounts when he saw a comet shooting towards Earth. When nobody takes his warning seriously, he panics and transforms into a full-blown blockbuster action hero. Complete with dark glasses, helicopters and a lust for all things physical, Toby embarks on a fantasy mission to protect the world. However, intertwined and interrupting is another tale; of falling in love, of vulnerability, of coping with emotions – a reality that can’t be escaped through faux bravado.
Following an acclaimed run at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019, and a transfer to London (Pleasance Theatre) in 2021, Ransack Theatre's multi-dimensional genre mashup begins its UK tour this March: coming to Bristol's The Wardrobe Theatre from 24–26 March.
Tickets are £10; available from The Wardrobe Theatre: thewardrobetheatre.com
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The Makershed at St Paul's Learning Centre
The Bristol Magazine Production Manager Jeff Osborne attends a Wood Finishing course at The Makershed at St Paul's Learning Centre, Bristol.
"Having an interest in putting life back into mid century furniture, I went along for a weekend course in Wood Finishing at The Makershed at St Paul’s learning centre. Myself and seven other students were taught by the very knowledgeable and cheerful Harry Morris. The course was really enjoyable; we were taught how to treat wood with respect and how to obtain various finishes from all types of wood to get the best results to maintain the items. Even on such a short course, I learnt so much that will help me work on future projects – I would highly recommend attending a course at The Makershed."
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The Makershed is a creative space for doing, making and learning new skills. Workshops and courses are run in Woodworking, Upholstery, Fabric Weaving, Sewing, Lino Printing, Fabric Dyeing, Wood Carving, Furniture Making and more. It welcomes complete beginners and more seasoned makers alike; whatever your level of experience you're assured a friendly welcome within a supportive learning and making environment.
themakershedbristol.co.uk
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LIGHT PARADE | WOMENS' SAFETY
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'Shine a Light' parade, 24 March
Join Bristol Nights’ ‘Shine A Light’ parade on 24 March from 6:30pm, when Bristol will come together to send a zero tolerance message to harassment of women.
The parade is part of a city wide campaign to raise awareness and demonstrate solidarity in our zero tolerance approach to sexual harassment. The parade is a showcase of unity and celebration, and will be led by incredible representatives from our night-time economy brandishing torches and wearing rainbow lights.
The final stop will be Lloyd’s Amphitheatre, where you can expect to see performances, poems and stories from speakers and artists; each with a powerful message to send to the city.
The ‘Shine A Light’ parade is part of a larger body of work being undertaken by Bristol Nights around the safety of women within our city and the protocols in place when an incident occurs.
Find out more on the event's Facebook page: facebook.com/events
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CHARITY | VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
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Guide Dogs: lend a hand, take a lead, change a life
Guide Dogs are looking for volunteers in Bristol. Currently the charity need:
1. Volunteers to fill various fundraising roles such as Collection Box Coordinators, Merchandise as well as Fundraising Group Coordinators, all with the aim to raise essential funds while working together as a community.
2. My Sighted Guides to help the blind and partially sighted residents of Bristol get out and about and experience new exciting adventures, all while promoting their independence.
3) Puppy Raisers and Fosterers to look after puppies and dogs in training. Whether you work or have more time on your hands, Guide Dogs have dog roles to suit all sorts of lifestyles.
Visit the Guide Dogs to apply: guidedogs.org.uk/volunteer; for more information, email Pat on patrycja.janecka@guidedogs.org.uk or call on 07501268200.
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PHOTOGRAPHY | COMPETITION CALL OUT
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Call for entries: International Photography Exhibition 164
Entries are now open for the International Photography Exhibition 164 (IPE 164).
The world’s longest running photography exhibition welcomes submissions from new, emerging, and established photographers, working in any subject or genre. Awards include a £4000 prize fund, and a group exhibition at the Royal Photographic Society.
Entry is free for one image, then £18-£30. Closes 17 May 2022. Images submitted before 1 April 2022 will be entered into an early-bird prize draw to win a signed copy of Ioanna Sakellaraki’s photobook, The Truth is in the Soil.
Enter now on the Royal Photographic Society website: rps.org/ipe164
Image: The Death of Actaeon by Yushi Li
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TEAM NEWS | BRISTOL BEARS
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Bristol Bears v Bath
Pat Lam includes 13 current or former Academy players in his 23-man squad, with 18-year-old Matthew Jones set for his first senior start on the wing.
Niyi Adeolokun and Rich Lane complete the back three, with Theo Strang and Tiff Eden at half back.
Jack Bates and Piers O’Conor line up in the midfield, while in the pack, Mitch Eadie starts at number eight and Dan Thomas is named at openside. Dave Attwood and Ed Holmes make up an experienced engine room.
Among the system players, Academy trio Tom Sims, Jac Lloyd and Harry Rowson are set for their senior debuts, with Macennzie Duncan in line for his first appearance at Ashton Gate.
Max Green is cup tied, so with seven senior scrum-halves now unavailable, Clifton College pupil Pete Carter – a member of the national title winning U18 side – is included on the bench.
Ashton Gate Stadium, Friday 18 March, 7.45 Kick Off
Keep up to date with the latest Bristol Bears news via twitter : twitter.com/BristolBears
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Bristol Sport announces historic principal partnership with Huboo
In a UK-first for a sporting group, Bristol Sport is delighted to announce that eCommerce fulfilment company Huboo will become the Principal Partner for all five of its professional sporting teams from the start of the 2022/23 season.
The groundbreaking deal sees Bristol-based Huboo become Principal Partner for Bristol City men and women, Bristol Bears men and women and Bristol Flyers. Huboo will feature on the front of the shirts of all five of Bristol Sport’s professional teams and is the first time that they have had one unified Principal Partner.
Bristol Sport founder Steve Lansdown CBE said: "It’s what we’ve been aspiring to ever since we formed Bristol Sport back in 2014. We are now able to work with a local company that has grown rapidly itself and is looking to improve its own standing in the marketplace."
Images: (above) Bristol City: bcfc.co.uk | (below) Bristol Bears: bristolbearsrugby.com
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INTERIORS GUIDE | MASTER CRAFTSMANSHIP
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Marble Supreme
Marble Supreme provides master craftsmanship in stone. Whether you’re looking for new stone worktops for your kitchen or bathroom, it offers a range of materials to suit your needs. With over 20 years of experience, the team produce a wide range of products from beautifully crafted granite kitchen worktops and flooring, right through to bespoke stone fireplaces, vanity tops, splashbacks and sink surrounds. Marble Supreme provides a complete service – from sourcing the perfect stone to crafting perfectly fitting, beautifully finished kitchen worktops. It also prides itself on delivering the very best in granite, marble and quartz stone, knowing its creations will play a part in family life for years to come. Whether you know what you want or are considering the options, the team is happy to discuss your plans so pop into the Kingswood showroom.
Unit 8, Bridge Road, Kingswood, Bristol BS15 4FW; 0117 956 3030; marblesupreme.com
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GARDENING | STYLISH AND COMFORTABLE
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Burgon & Ball Flora & Fauna Gardening Gloves (Medium)
These gardening gloves are both comfortable and practical which makes them ideal for a variety of garden duties. £15.99
Available from the John Lewis website: johnlewis.com
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PROPERTY | ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY
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Stablegrove, West Hay Road, Wrington BS40
Offered for sale by Peter Greatorex Unique Homes
A beautifully presented former coach house and stables, quietly situated on the edge of the popular village of Wrington on the north side of The Mendip Hills.
This attractive stone L-shaped family home, which dates from the mid 19th Century, has 3 reception rooms, 6 double bedrooms, 3 bath/shower rooms and scope for adapting the accommodation to incorporate a separate annexe. To the front of the property is a large lawned garden and to the rear, gardens and a paddock – in all extending to one and a half acres. There is generous provision for parking. The property has been previously used as a B&B.
Stablegrove is in an elevated position, approached along a country lane and entered via a 5 bar gate. This leads into the old stable yard, which now offers ample parking space. To the front are the well kept gardens with lawn, mature trees and shrubs and a wonderful view overlooking the countryside. The large entrance hall leads to a traditional style kitchen with a terracotta tiled floor, painted wooden units, an Aga – and plenty of room for a family sized table.
Leading off the kitchen is the sitting room with oak board flooring and a long burning stove in a stone fireplace. There are French windows leading out onto the front garden.
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Also from the hall is a separate dining room with its own log burning stove and French windows to the front. In turn this leads to a further reception room which is currently used as a games/billiard room. There’s a large arched window reflecting its former use in bygone times as a coach house.
Also on the ground floor is an office, a laundry room with two cupboards: the other for storing the recycling. There is potential to extend the house in this area.
On the first floor are four double bedrooms; the master is en-suite with bath and separate shower and door to a large eaves storage room. There is also a separate family bathroom. All the bedrooms are light and airy and beautifully decorated. On the top floor are a further two bedrooms and another bathroom.
Outside, the rear garden has a terrace which overlooks the garden and paddock beyond; there also further parking space here. The garden has separate areas; one fenced off which has been used for chickens (there is a chicken coop.) There’s a wooden shed and a stone store. In the paddock is a 3-sided farm shed with a lean-to. Also in the garden is a veggie patch and a pretty gazebo occupying an idyllic setting.
Beyond the back gate are woodlands with walks as far as the nature reserve of Goblin Combe. Offers In Excess Of £1,375,000
For further details and more pictures click here to see the property on the Peter Greatorex Unique Homes website.
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