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Open MorningsJuniors and Seniors Thursday 11 October Saturday 10 November9.30am to 12 noonNo appointments needed

For information about admissions or to requesta prospectus, please call the Junior School on 0117 962 9451 or the Senior School on 0117 989 8252

Independent day sch0ol for girls aged 7-18

I hope you have had a wonderful summer and now that we getting back to swing of things, there is plenty to get excited about this month!

In case if you don’t know already, the Bristol Pound is finally launching this month. As a Bristolian, we now have our own local currency designed to help our local businesses. In our feature story, you can find out how it works and where you can use Bristol Pound to show your support. Your favourite Readers Corner section also returns this month and you can be one of our lucky readers to enjoy a free trial set of Teangi Tea Tree Bathroom Essential products. So remember to sign up quickly as the Readers Corner free trial offers are limited and very popular.

Enjoy!

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SOMETHING NEW

Contents

Our City, Our Money 4

The Perfect Fit 1 0

New Books 1 6

Action Packed Summer 1 8

Discover Redland High School 20

Reader’s Corner 23

Reader’s Corner Review 24

Big Day Out 26

Cooking Tutorial 28

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19th September 2012 is one of the biggest days for all Bristolians, as it

is the official launch day of our very own money - The Bristol Pound.

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Our City, Our Money Bristol Pound

As one of the largest trading system in Europe, the Bristol Pound is the UK’s first city wide local currency and also the first to have electronic accounts managed by a regulated financial institution. It is also the first local currency that can be used to pay some local taxes. The aim of the Bristol Pound is to support independent businesses in and around Bristol, strengthen the local economy, keep our high streets diverse and distinct, and help build stronger communities.

Bristol Pound is a voluntary system and an alternative currency designed to work alongside sterling and not to replace it. It can be purchased for sterling with £B1 equal in value to £1 sterling and can be spent with business members in the region. There will be £B1, £B5, £B10 and £20 available to the market.

In fact, there are several cities in United Kingdom which have successfully launched their own money. The Totnes Pound was launched in 2006 at Devon with more than 70 traders support and involved, Stroud in Gloucestershire print its own money in 2009, with more than 60 firms are using the local currency. The Brixton Pound was launched at Brixton in 2009 and has 200 members involved. With a similar trading system with these cities, Bristol Pound provides a new and unique feature to its trading system – online account, user and business owners can use and manage their Bristol Pound in a more convenient and electronic way, there are more than 200 traders who have joined the Bristol Pound system to support our local business and our own money.

Bristol’s own currency should reflect the values and the lives of people who live here. - Adele Graham, Bristol Pound


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How can I use it? There are two ways to use Bristol Pound – Paper Pound and Online account

1) Paper Bristol Pound Simply exchange your sterling for paper Bristol Pounds at exchange points around the city and spend them in participating businesses as you would use sterling in your daily life.

2) Online AccountOpen a Bristol Pound account with Bristol Credit Union using an easy online application form. Membership is completely free of charge. Pay into your account with a standing order, employer payroll scheme, or with any standard bank transfer, you can manage your account and make payment online or using your mobile phone. 5% bonus on deposits into Bristol Pound Account (offer limited to first £100,000 deposited into the scheme)

All electronic accounts are managed by Bristol Credit Union on established and secure banking systems.

Payment through your mobile

STEP 1Send a text message to Bristol Pound instructing payment to a member business, with your unique PIN, the business username and the amount to be paid.

STEP 2Bristol Pound will then send confirmation texts to both you and the business saying the transaction is complete. This typically arrives just 5-10 seconds after your initial text is sent!

I’ll be offering a discount for clients who want to pay in Bristol pounds, and they’ll know that money will stay in the local community. The Bristol Pound scheme is a great way of thinking about where our money goes and supporting the local businesses that make Bristol so special. - Matt Horritt, Horritt Consulting


our unique designs

In preparing for the launch of the Bristol Pound, hundreds of designs were received from school children, students, professional designers and amateurs alike. The selection criteria was based on images that were reflective of Bristol’s unique history, culture and achievement, eight winning images were selected as the main images on our money notes.

Ambitions Unlimited

0117 924 [email protected] www.redlandhigh.com

Visiting Morning Tuesday 25th September

Open Morning Saturday 20th October

An Independent School for girls aged 3-18

Redland High

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Yogawest has had an exciting re-fit this summer and we’d love to show you: come to our Open Afternoon on Saturday Sept 15th for free tea, cakes and taster sessions from 1.30 til 5pm.

Classes at Yogawest are for all levels, including beginners, children and pregnancy. Foundation Course starts mid-Sept.

Find us just off the Gloucester Rd, next to Bishopston Hardware.

Denmark Place, Bishopston, Bristol BS7 8NW

www.yogawest.co.uk

0117 924 3330

The heart of Yoga in Bristol

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Each of the winning designs captures something of Bristol’s character, celebrating its commitment to greener living, its cultural diversity, its creative spirit and its technological heritage:

£B20 - ‘Balloons’ by Jemima Blench (age 10) of Westbury Park Primary School and ‘Concord’ by local artist Kim Short.

£B10 - ‘Houses’ by Bristol artist Matt Price and ‘Hannah Moore & Bristol Old Vic’ conceived by Anthea Page and designed by Juraj Prodaj.

£B5 - ‘St. Paul’s Carnival’ by photographer Mark Simmons and ‘Graffiti tiger’ by Alex Lucas.

£B1 - ‘Bicycle’ by Bristol illustrator Jethro Brice and a design by Phil West.

You can proudly support the Bristol Pound by getting you new pound notes at the designated exchange points and you can also visit the participating merchants and see their best Bristol Pound offers available. For a full list of merchants, please see the list overleaf.

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List of participating merchants for more information and updated list, please visit Bristol Pound website at www.bristolpound.org

180 Degrees C20th Century Flicks360 Pole DancingAbsolute H2O LtdAbsolute MacAbsolutely CakesAdair Furniture BristolAni Townsend Theatrical MillineryArbor AlesArc CafeArcadian FurnitureArnolfiniArnolfini Cafe BarAromatic TheraputicsArrow BookbindingArtisan Cafe LtdAutomotifAvon Denture Repair CentreBBS Plumbing and Heating SuppliesBeast Clothing Beeses Bar and Tea GardensBell’s DinerBeyond Dispute LtdBlackboy Hill CyclesBlazeBlue Sky CafeBreezeBrick Top LocksBristol Beer FactoryBristol Blue Glass LtdBristol Business CentreBristol Cycle CouriersBristol DEABristol DropoutsBristol eBooks.co.ukBristol Energy Co-operativeBristol Ferry Boat CompanyBristol Green HostingBristol Leaflet deliveryBristol Wireless Community Co-operative LtdBristol Wood Recycling ProjectBubaluCafe KinoCafe RonakCanteenCardiacCarol Peace LtdCartridge Right

Chandos Deli Chelsea InnClay Mallet LimitedCMBC GroupCollectecoColston YardComputer RightCompuwaveCooperanticsDebs Nails & BeautyEarthboundEast Bristol BakeryEl RinconEleanor Breen AcupunctureEmma Lilwall LCH RSHomEssential Trading LtdFlowers of Stokes CroftFrenchay Hardy PlantsGardner’s PatchGareth Roscoe PlasteringGenesis Music & ClothingGlassboatGlow CreativeGoldbrick HouseGreen YaffleGrow CoopHart’s BakeryHarvest Natural FoodsHeavenly HedgerowsHorritt ConsultingHugh Nettelfield ConsultancyHyrda BooksInspiring fitnessJ D ElectricsJacob StowJeepers SweepersJenn Wills JewelleryJenny LifeJoe’s BakeryKalahari MoonKatcha BilekKaywebsKoolmamiLa RucaLakota ClubLaser FusionLidoLove DanceLovely Drinks

Maison LoulouMaitreya Social (Maitreya Cafe) Make More MarginMan with VanMark’s BreadMatt Gothill Craniosacral TherapyMinuteman PressNatural Health PhysiotherapyNew Somerset & Dorset RailwayNicki Breeze PhotographyNo. 1 HarboursideOdd & EdenOyster Electrical & SecurityPak Butchers Parson’s BakeryParty CraftPeapod Online Farm ShopPearce’s HardwarePedal Power TransportPedal WallaPhillip Corbin & AssociatesPhotoboy (Paul Blakemore)Photographic ParlourPiri Piri Corner Playfull ToyshopPocoPowders Laundry StationPristine LtdRadford Mill Farm ShopReally Useful BikesRefresh WestRice and ThingsRitual Art in NatureRoyce Rolls CafeRythm of Life ShiatsuSarah Forrester-Wilson Holistic TherapyShake, Wrap and RollShift Bristol CICSlotcarcentre and GamesCacheSockmonkey Consulting LimitedSomethingblue PhotographySource Food CafeSourdough CafeSouthville DeliSpike IslandSt Werburghs City FarmSt. Paul’s Players of Southville St. Werburgh’s City Farm Cafe

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Summerhill NewsagentsSweetmartTangent BooksTango NoteThe Annexe InnThe Arts HouseThe Atrium Cafe at Arnos Vale CemeteryThe Bag O’ NailsThe Better Food Company Big ShopThe Burger JointThe Cafe at Knowle West Health Park (Whisk!)The ChrysalisThe Colour InnThe Fish ShopThe Folk HouseThe Full Moon & Attic BarThe GallimaufryThe Grain BargeThe Happy Fish Co.The Hillgrove Porter StoresThe Law ShopThe Lazy DogThe Matthew Tree ProjectThe Pipe and SlippersThe Red LionThe Rummer Hotel

The Salvation Army Charity Shop The SpokesmanThe Thali Cafe The Three TunsThe White BearThe WindmillThe Window ShopThink Katy Arnold Creative FloristTobacco Factory CafeTransition Town BristolUrban Desk Space LtdVelocity Cycle LogisitcsVittoriaWaste SourceWhisk! Food Experiences LtdWhitestone Property ServicesWorkshop 22Wright Guard Fire & SecurityYoga WestYoho MediaYokeZara’s Chocolates

The Perfect Fit

This exciting new retail business has been launched by friends Jo & Sarah, to offer good quality footwear at an affordable price and a local alternative to the shopping mall experience.

With three children each, they were both aware of the need for a new children’s shoe shop in Bristol. Having found premises in their ideal location on Gloucester Road opposite Bristol School of Gymnastics, Jo and Sarah set about sourcing their gorgeous and distinctive brands. The spacious interior was designed and crafted by Jo’s husband Leon, creating a perfect backdrop to showcase the variety of shoes on offer. With comfortable seating, wooden toys and room to accommodate pushchairs, the open-plan space is ideal for parents to browse while their children play.

The shop caters for all ages and sizes from pre-walkers through to teenagers. Brands include Camper, Bisgaard, Bobux, Superfit, Garvelin, Superga, Keds, Petasil, Ricosta, Birkenstock and Ipanema. So whether you are looking for fashion footwear or something sensible for school, the friendly staff at Oddsox will help find the perfect fit.

Jo, Sarah and all sales advisors have been professionally trained to measure feet and fit shoes. The emphasis is on choice and

Oddsox is an independent children’s shoe shop recently opened in Bishopston, providing beautiful shoes for growing feet.

personal service with the aim of taking the stress out of shoe shopping for children. Customers are given a loyalty card which offers 40% off the sixth pair of shoes purchased.

Oddsox is currently running a Back to School promotion until the end of September. Mum or Dad receive a voucher for a FREE reflexology session with Anne Brunton (www.annebrunton.co.uk) with their purchase of school shoes (one voucher per family)

Although Oddsox has only been open for a few months, the shop is already becoming established on this up and coming stretch of the famous Gloucester Road (more independent shops than any other high street in the UK). Feedback from local parents has been extremely positive, and Oddsox looks forward to welcoming families from all over Bristol.

204 Gloucester Road, Bristol, BS7 8NUTelephone: 01173 292423 www.oddsoxshoes.co.ukEmail: [email protected]

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With Olympic dust settling and the Season changing, Howard Davis, the Director of CJ Hole Clifton looks at how you can plan for a new home before the end of the year.

The race is on. The holiday gear has been put away. Those Gold Medals are out on display. The children are back at school. Frighteningly, autumnal goodies are already on the supermarket shelves. It must be September, and there’s the rush for some to sell their property and buy a new one just in time to be in for Christmas.

If that’s your plan, then here are six top tips to help move things along-

1. Try not to apply an arbitrary timetable to your sale and purchase - especially one that is influenced by Christmas or the end of the year. It could add unnecessary pressure at what could be an already stressful time. Ultimately the speed of property transactions rests on price and not on whimsical desire.

2. Price your property today based on what someone will realistically pay and not the sum you need to buy the property you want, or the amount you think you should have. That way disappointment lies.

3. Be flexible. Yours will not be the only agenda. Others in the transaction, and perhaps up and down a chain, will have their own agendas too. Be reasonable and prepared to compromise. The economic climate almost demands it at the moment.

4. Clean, paint, de-clutter, shine, stage, beautify and equip for all you are worth. Lots of other savvy sellers will be doing the same to attract a good buyer. You don’t want to be left with a bad one.

5. Remember a house is not just for Christmas. It is for all the year round. It is for you and your family. If it is worth buying it really is worth waiting for.

6. If you do make it into your new home by the time the season changes again, that will be in part down to the hard work of a big team- you, your agent, your solicitor, your bank or financial advisor and your surveyor. Make sure you choose the right ones to support you in the process. If we have learned anything this summer, it’s that a great team can make anything happen!

Howard DavisDirector of CJ Hole Clifton

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Cotham FOR SALE £465,000A three double bedroom Victorian house in a great location. Lovingly restored and refurbished to a high standard. Kitchen/ breakfast room, 2 reception rooms, 3 bedrooms, family bathroom, garden.

Sneyd Park FOR SALE £795,000 A well presented detached family home in a fantastic location on the very edge of Durdham Downs. 4/5 bedrooms, 4 reception rooms, conservatory, 3 bathrooms and integral garage.

Cotham FOR SALE £190,000A one bedroom, top floor Cotham apartment. Period features. Great location. Ideal first buy or investment. Potential rental £800pcm.

Redland FOR SALE Offers Over £350,000A lovely 1930’s family home in the Redland Green School catchment area. Period features, kitchen, 2 reception rooms, 3 bedrooms, south west facing garden, garage.

74 Whiteladies Road Clifton, Bristol BS8 2QA Sales: 0117 923 8238 Lettings: 0117 946 6588www.cjhole.com [email protected]

A spacious and comfortable 6 bedroom Victorian semi-detached family home in a tucked away Redland location offering flexible accommodation. To the front there are off street parking for 2 cars. In addition the attractive private gardens of Clyde Park are open to residents of Clyde Park and Woodfield Road.

Redland £665,000

Cotham £270,000An absolutely superb garden flat which forms part of this very handsome period semi detached house in Cotham. Located just off Cotham Brow, the property is within easy walking distance of the hustle and bustle of both Gloucester Road and Whiteladies Road.

Extremely spacious three double bedroom top floor flat situated in a popular road at the top end of Redland within a few minutes’ walk of Durdham Downs. All bedrooms are a decent double size, the living room is similarly generously proportioned and has a modern kitchen and bathroom.

Redland £279,950

Redland £250,000This very well presented attractive period property offers roomy split level accommodation on first floor level and is located in a very peaceful Redland side road. A convenient location for easy access to Durdham Downs and the superb range of shops, bars and restaurants on Whiteladies Road.

Stylishly refurbished six bedroom Victorian house enjoying an enviable position overlooking Clyde Park. The property is approached via an off street parking space to the front and the rear garden enjoys a southerly aspect, is enclosed by a high stone wall and has a patio dining area and area of lawn.

Redland £875,000

Redland £325,000

Redland £235,000A spacious two double bedroom hall floor flat with front and side garden, set within a period semi-detached house in the heart of Redland. The accommodation boasts an impressive lounge with large window, sash windows and many period features including a fireplace with gas fire. Offered with no onward chain.

Competitively priced 1930’s three bedroom semi detached family house with deceptively spacious rooms and traditional features, is situated within easy walking distance of Redland Green School which is literally a stone’s throw from the rear garden. The house is offered with no onward chain.

Modern two double bedroom, two bathroom flat situated in a convenient central Redland location. This small development of Mews houses and apartments was completed in 2002 by Linden Homes There is parking and a communal garden providing space for BBQ’s etc. Offered with no onward chain.

Redland £215,000


New Books

The Hairy Dieters (Hairy Bikers, Paperback RRP £14.99)

The Hairy Bikers have lost almost 6 stone between them and you can lose weight too...Si King and Dave Myers are self-confessed food lovers. Food isn’t just fuel to them, it’s their life. But, like many of us, they’ve found that the weight has crept on over the years. So they’ve made a big decision to act before it’s too late and lose some pounds. In this groundbreaking diet book, Si and Dave have come up with tasty recipes that are low in calories and big on flavour. This is real food for real people, not skinny minnies. There are ideas for family meals, hearty lunches and dinners, even a few knock-out bakes and snacking options. The Hairy Bikers will always love their food - pies and curries won’t be off the menu for long! - but using these recipes, and following their clever tips and heartfelt advice, you can bake your cake, eat it, and lose the pounds.

Gordon Ramsay’s Ultimate Cookery Course (Gordon Ramsay, Hardback RRP £25.00)

“I want to teach you how to cook good food at home. By stripping away all the hard graft and complexity, anyone can produce mouth-watering recipes. Put simply, I’m going to show you how to cook yourself into a better cook.” GORDON RAMSAY Gordon Ramsay’s Ultimate Cookery Course is about giving home cooks the desire, confidence and inspiration to hit the stoves and get cooking, with over 120 modern, simple and accessible recipes. The ultimate reference bible, it’s a lifetime’s worth of expertise from one of the world’s finest chefs distilled into a beautiful book.

Beer and Cheese: 50 Delicious Combinations (Ben Vinken, Michel Van Tricht, Hard back RRP £28.50)

What would happen if you were to combine the culinary expertise of two connoisseurs who are specialists in their fields? Beer sommelier Ben Vinken presents 50 top Belgian beers to cheese master Michel Van Tricht, who in turn, pairs them with the most appropriate cheeses. Their many years of experience in beer and cheese tasting result in 50 mouthwatering combinations that make the classic wine-cheese pairing pale in comparison. All of the major styles of beer and types of cheese are represented. ‘Beer and Cheese’ is a book for the true bon vivant.



Students at The Red Maids’ School in Westbury-on-Trym have had a busy summer break.

The holidays began with a trip to Uganda for a group of Year 11 girls as part of their work with the United World Schools Trust with whom they have helped build a school in the remotest part of the country.

To mark the start of the London 2012 Olympic Games, a contingent of Red Maids made the journey to the Olympic stadium having been specially selected to take part in the guard of honour welcoming the athletes into the arena.

If that wasn’t enough, 14 girls were chosen by Bristol’s “View” art gallery at Hotwell Road to display pieces of their artwork for the enjoyment of the general public. Headmistress of The Red Maids’ Senior School, Mrs. Isabel Tobias, said: “I am so proud of our students for what they achieve and must pay tribute to our staff who support them every step of the way.”

ACTION PACKED SUMMER At the Red Maids’ School

Red Maids get to work painting the Ugandan school they helped to fund through charity events

Jessie Oag-Cooper made her ball gown from sliced and dried oranges as part of her Year 12 Art A-level studies at Red Maids’.


Red Maids’, with its neighbouring Junior School which has just celebrated its 25th anniversary, provides for girls aged 7-18 in Bristol and surrounding areas.

Teaching independent thinking and study skills is a key part of the Red Maids’ philosophy and leads each year to excellent exam results as well as passing on the expertise needed for living and working in the 21st century.

In keeping with its founding origins, Red Maids’ continues to offer a number of assisted places and, conscious of cost, curricular trips and examination charges are included in the fees.

Parents and children are welcome to visit both schools at any time but joint Open Mornings are taking place on Thursday 11 October and Saturday 10 November. No appointments are needed. The Red Maids’ Experience is also available for girls currently in Year 6 and includes taster lessons and lunch. Advance booking is essential.

For information about admission, please callJunior School - 0117 962 9451 Senior School - 0117 989 8252Website: www.redmaids.bristol.sch.uk

The Main building at The Red Maids’ Senior School

YOGA

For more informationvisit www.yogabristol.com

or call Charlotte on 07533 732 035

FOR HEALTH AND HAPPINESS

Redland High School is a caring and purposeful community that offers a fine academic education with a strong track record of excellent examination results and a wide range of extra curricular opportunities. Here students can discover their talents and strengths, developing good relationships with others within a secure environment with excellent pastoral care.

Our experienced teachers inspire girls to think independently and discover their potential. We foster a sense of belonging that creates the security for girls to develop self-esteem and a strong work ethic rooted in high achievement.

In the Junior School (age 3-11), we ensure that the girls acquire excellent core skills but also devote time to many extras that are not part of the national curriculum. Class sizes are small to ensure each girl gets optimum attention and to enable the girls to express their individuality.

Scholarships (academic, music, sport and art) are available for entry at 11+ 13+ and 16+. Means tested fee assistance is available for girls of ability to enter years 5, 6 and all years of the Senior School.

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Visiting Morning: Tuesday 25 September, 9.30 amOpen Morning: Saturday 20 October, 9.15 am Website: www.redlandhigh.com Telephone: 0117 924 5796. No appointments necessary.

Discover Redland High School

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Reader’s Corner

By email to [email protected] with your name and contact number, and the subject line <Reader’s Corner- Teangi Tea Tree >

Deadline Monday, 24 September 2012

Exclusive Offer for Our Readers (Set of 4 products)

How to get this offer?

Terms and Conditions- All products, services, information and redemption related to the offer are directly sold and supplied to readers by LanesHealth who is solely responsible for all related obligations and liabilities. - Redland and Cotham Living shall have no liability for any loss, damage and injury occurred from the above offer.- One reader will be randomly drawn to enjoy this offer and will be contacted by email or phone after 30th September 2012. - The winning reader is required to provide a photo and respond to a feedback survey by Redland and Cotham Living, which will be published in a future magazine issue.- The personal data collected will only be processed and used by Redland and Cotham Living and will not be disclosed to any third party or organisations outside Redland and Cotham Living.- Offers or discounts and cannot be redeemed or exchanged for cash or other products.

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Teaching Quality“Tamara is an extremely experienced yoga teacher and she was both friendly and approachable. She explains each pose in a clear, soft voice before demonstrating it to the class. She also recommends slightly altered poses for ladies in advanced pregnancy with bigger bumps! There is no pressure to hold the yoga poses for any length of time and she encourages everyone to take breaks when needed. Tamara helps each individual where necessary to achieve the correct positioning.”

Centre environment“YogaWest has a calm, relaxing ambiance with two large and comfortable studios. All the equipment you could possibly need is there, including mats, blocks and blankets, so there is no need to bring anything other than yourself, some comfortable clothing and a bottle of water. It is easy to find and very central, just off Gloucester Road, which is easily accessed by car, bus or by foot. ”


Reader’s Corner ReviewPregnancy Yoga ClassesOur lucky reader Karen signed up for our Reader’s Corner offer in February and she tried out 3 taster classes of pregnancy yoga by the Yogawest (www.yogawest.co.uk). Here is her feedback on the yoga classes.

About the pregnancy yoga Classes“I started Yogawest pregnancy classes when I was 25 weeks pregnant to help relaxation and to prepare myself for labour. I really enjoy the prenatal exercises and found them to help with pregnancy-related back pain and difficulty sleeping. After only a couple of weeks, I felt more supple and was able to achieve some of the more challenging poses easily. The breathing techniques practised during the guided relaxation at the end of the class helped with calming the mind and allowed some quiet time away from the busyness of everyday life to connect with the baby before the birth.”

The class helped with calming the mind and allowed some quiet time away from the busyness of everyday life to connect with the baby before the birth. ”“

Karen Beevers, dentistTrial classes : Pregnancy Yoga


Want to join our Reader’s Corner Tryouts ? You can enjoy your favourite taster classes/ products from restaurants, fitness classes, baby massages, beauty treatments, etc with your friends or children, and share your feedback with us afterwards.

Join our Facebook fan page for the latest offer at www.facebook.com/redlandandCothamLifestyle

Will you recdommend to your friends“I can only highly recommend the pregnancy yoga classes at Yogawest and I wish I had started them much earlier, at 13 weeks. Not only will it help prepare your mind and body for pregnancy and birth, but it is also a great place to meet with and chat to other expectant mums in the area!”

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- Tree & shrub pruning- Planting- Tree removal- Tree stock surveys- Woodland management- Health & safety reports- Disease & insect control

Bristol Doors Open Day 2012 Saturday 8th September, 10am to 4pm

Bristol Doors Open Day – now in its nineteenth year –is the day when many of Bristol’s significant contemporary and historic buildings open their doors to the general public. Entry to all buildings is completely free.

For some buildings you need to pre-book to go round and will be turned away if you haven’t. Others offer regular tours with no pre-booking. Please check the details from Bristol Doors website at www.bristoldoorsopenday.org

Open Day at Yogawest Saturday 15th September, 1.30pm to 5pm

Participate in free yoga classes at Yogawest, Bishopston-based yoga centre. Having just completed a renovation, you can tour the yoga studios and try a free taster massage session in the new therapy room. Home-made cakes and refreshments will be served.

For more details, please contact Yogawest on 0117 924 3330 or website www. yogawest.co.uk

NCT Bristol Nearly New SaleThe Refectory, City of Bristol College, Ashley Down RoadSaturday 29th September, 12.30pm for members, 1pm for non members Doors Shut at 2.30pm

You could save up to 70% on high street prices for top quality maternity, baby & pre-school age clothes, toys, books and equipment. All welcome! Lots of free parking. For further information, please email to [email protected]


Big Day Out

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Chipping Sodbury Jazz Festival Friday 28th September to Sunday 30th September

The three-day Festival includes two workshops with professional players giving advice and instruction to young musicians. ‘How to play Jazz Harmonica’ led by

local man Ben Hewlett and ‘Take a Solo’ with Paul Buck and friends both take place at Chipping Sodbury Baptist Church on Saturday 29 September. The sessions are free to attend.

Bristol Half Marathon Sunday 30th September

The 13 mile run attracts over 15,000 people every year, making the race one of the largest and most popular half marathons in the country. The race will start and finish in Bristol’s historic Harbourside. The scenic, sea-level route will take runners around the old city, past the Harbourside, out and back along the Portway, through the stunning Avon Gorge, and pass twice under Brunel’s famous Clifton Suspension Bridge.


Cooking Tutorial Sugar Paste Icing Man

Tools and ingredients you need is

Sugar Paste / Fondant in your choice of colours (you can find the ready made sugar paste/ fondant in supermarket, just buy a tiny pack with no more than 200g for every icing man) Icing sugar for dusting Water Paintbrush Thin raw spaghetti strand Cutter or sharp knife Sugar craft tools Edible black pen Rolling pin Flower sugar craft cutter

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We have invited Alia Faisal from Hundreds and Thousands Cupcakes to demonstrate a tutorial of making sugar paste icing man for cake decoration.

This tutorial is great fun for you and the kids as well as, creating some great decoration next time you bake a cake.

Dust hands and surface if sticky and roll black fondant into a smooth round ball.

Mould into long rectangular shape with raised back by pressing down and shaping.

Split it length wise in half with a cutter to create the legs but don’t cut into the raised back.

Roll out fondant to create the body.


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Shape into a square with slightly curved sides and pinch the middle to create a waist.

Decorate to personalise the top body with edible black pen

Use water to glue the body to the trousers and stick the spaghetti in the middle for support. This will be trimmed later

Roll out into sausage like shape to form arms.

With the rounded tool make holes in the arms.

Make finger impressions by pressing gently and wet the holes to glue together the hands and arms.

Create oval shape for the head and 3 tiny balls. (2 for ears and 1 for the nose)

You can use a nozzle end or tool to create a mouth.

Roll out 2 white fondant balls for the eyes and glue with water.

Roll out 2 tiny black balls for the pupils and draw eyebrows with edible black pen.

16 Roll out hair coloured fondant and cut out a flower shape.

10 Mould skin colour fondant into 2 teardrop shapes and cut to create a thumb.

17 Wet the head and glue the cut flower to create hair. Trim spaghetti and place head on body.

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Special thanks to

Alia Faisal Hundreds and Thousands Cupcakeswww.handtcupcakes.co.ukEmail: [email protected]

Roll out and shape fondant to create shoes.

Glue with water to the legs.

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