Partnership News

Posted: Tue 24 Jan 2012 17:23:01 by Friends of Hebron Burialground

Hebron Burial ground

The Friends of Hebron Burialground AGM takes place at the Ebenezer Parish Room, British Road, Bedminster on Saturday 3rd March 2012 at 5.30. You are invited to attend.

Posted: Wed 02 Nov 2011 18:39:43 by Friends of Hebron Burialground

Hebron Burial ground

Work should finally start at the end of November 2011 to reconstruct and repair the walls surrounding the burial ground on Hebron Road and Melville Terrace. The work should be completed by March 2012.

Posted: Sun 17 Apr 2011 09:36:40

Redcliff evening stroll

12th May. Meet at Bathurst Basin by the Louisiana at 7pm. Led by Roy Gallop. Cost £1.50

Posted: Sun 17 Apr 2011 09:33:54

Patchwork community gardening

The next gardening session will be on Thursday 28th April. Meet at the South Street patch (on the corners of North and South Streets) at 6.30pm.

Posted: Sun 17 Apr 2011 09:32:26

GBCP Annual Meeting

This will be on June 27. There are four elements to the Board:
1. 4 councillors. Membership will be determined on 5 May.
2. 10 representatives of community, voluntary and faith organisations that are registered. The list of registered groups is on our website www.greaterbedminster.org.uk
3. 4 representatives of private businesses that are registered.
4. 2 local people nominated by the Equalities Forum.
For further information email benbarker@blueyonder.co.uk

Posted: Wed 23 Feb 2011 19:18:57

Better Bedminster Community Chest now open!

There is £22,000 in the kitty. If you'd like to apply for a grant, please email Ben Barker for an application pack - benbarker@blueyonder.co.uk The closing date is the 30th of April.

Posted: Sun 29 Aug 2010 08:35:32

Ashton Vale Wildlife

Check out this great local website for photos of wildlife in the area. www.ashtonvalewildlife.com Remember that we are going to be setting up a Bedminster wildlife group too - contact benbarker@blueyonder.co.uk for details

Posted: Fri 19 Feb 2010 12:26:27

Could you volunteer?

Do you have an hour or so a week you could spare? Are you happy to listen to someone and chat about a whole variety of things? Do you appreciate a nice cup of tea? LinkAge are looking for volunteers just like you to visit lonely and isolated people at home in Southville, Bedminster and Ashton. No experience is required as training and support is given. Travel expenses will also be paid. Times are flexible and anyone over the age of 18 is welcome to apply. If you are interested in finding out more, we would love to hear from you. Please contact Hazel Leithall on 0117 305 2365 or email hazel.leithall@stmonicatrust.org.uk

Posted: Fri 19 Feb 2010 12:22:32

In need of some company?

Do you know someone over 50 who is lonely or isolated? Perhaps a relative or neighbour who would appreciate a visit for an hour or so each week Are you yourself stuck at home and perhaps a bit frustrated by the limitations that can come with getting older? For those living in Southville, Bedminster and Ashton, LinkAge can help. We have a growing group of volunteers who would like to visit an older person. You will need to fill in a form, but we can help with that. Once a person is on our list we will work hard to match them with a suitable volunteer. For more information please contact Hazel Leithall at the LinkAge office on 0117 305 2365 or email hazel.leithall@stmonicatrust.org.uk

Posted: Fri 19 Feb 2010 12:16:37

LinkAge walking group

The group meets every Thursday at various locations in the area to go on 2-3 mile walks. The group is very friendly and is for people over 50 in the Bedminster, Southville and surrounding areas. The walks are suitable for anyone who can walk for an hour without stopping. We usually finish at a cafe for a cup of tea. For information about the programme of walks contact Joanna Yarham 0777 540 4622 or the LinkAge office on 0117 350 2365

Posted: Fri 19 Feb 2010 12:13:19

Men's woodwork group

LinkAge are running a woodwork group for men over 50 at FaithSpace in Stackpool Road on Wednesday mornings from 10-12. All abilities welcome. Tools, materials and guidance is provided. To sign up or for more information contact LinkAge on 0117 305 2365

Posted: Wed 10 Feb 2010 10:52:03 by acta Community Theatre

Bedminster Kids Youth Theatre looking for new members

acta's youth theatre for 9-11 years olds in South Bristol is looking for new members.

The group takes place on Tuesday afternoons, 3.30-5.00pm at the acta Centre on Gladstone Street. It's free and open access! Call acta on 0117 9532448 to book a place.

Posted: Wed 10 Feb 2010 10:49:51 by acta Community Theatre

South Bristol residents create storybook for children

acta's arts group for over 55s have published their first storybook for children.

The book, entitled 'On Our Street', is based on the puppet show of the same name created and devised by the OPA members and has been distributed around Primary Schools in South Bristol. There are a few copies left, if anyone would like one for their school or community group, please get in touch!