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Vacancy for Deputy Clerk
The Town Council are looking for a highly-motivated and forward-thinking person with good communication skills needed to work in our busy office. Varied duties offer opportunities for community involvement and career advancement.
37.5 hours per week. APT&C Scale pt 26–30, starting at £22,221. Generous local government pension scheme.
Please read the job description and return the application form (PDF version 
) to The Clerk, Patchway Town Council, Callicroft House, Rodway Road, Patchway, Bristol, BS34 5BX. The post will commence on 5th August with the closing date for applications being 26th June. Interviews will be held on 1st July. Please contact us if you have any queries.
Article 1272 | Published - June 6th, 2013
John Lawson’s Circus
Friday 28th June to Sunday 30th June
Show times: 
Friday 28th June at 4.30pm
Saturday 29th June at 2.00pm and 5.00pm
Sunday 30th June at 2.00pm only
The Tumps ,Waterside Drive. Patchway
Western pastimes, stunt riding, tightrope walking, juggling, clowns and much more besides.
Call box office on 07860 498 833 for more information and ticket sales.
Article 1265 | Published - June 5th, 2013
Circus Ginnet
Tuesday 18th June at 17.00 and 19.30pm 
Wed 19th June at 17:00 pm
The Tumps, Waterside Drive.
Box office no: 07582 353 634 or find us on facebook or
go to www.circusginenett.com
Article 1261 | Published - June 5th, 2013
Summer Fair and Car Boot Sale
Saturday 15th June from 12.00–4.00pm. Car boot sale and Summer Fair
All Welcome. Entrance charge of 20p. Lots of stalls including bouncy castle, tombola, face painting and many more.
Displays to include gymnastics, cheerleading and martial arts.
Cars £5.00 and Vans £10.00
Call 01454 867195 or e-mail callicroftprimary.school@southglos.gov.uk for more information.
Article 1255 | Published - June 5th, 2013
Coniston Community Centre and Brooks Cafe Open Day
Coniston Community Centre Open Day Monday 3rd June.
8.30am – 3.00pm
On Monday 3rd June, Coniston Community Centre and Brooks Cafe are holding a joint open day to showcase what they have on offer. Many people are surprised to find this modern community building and friendly great value cafe to be in the heart of Patchway, a short walk from Aztec Business Park and the shops and homes in Patchway.
The centre offers rooms for hire at from just £22 for a half day. The rooms are fresh and light, each with their own kitchenette and choice of table arrangements with smart modern furniture which offers and executive appeal. Projectors, screens and presentation equipment are all available on request. They can also offer clear open spaces and even a sprung floor for more lively activities!
The centre currently plays host to regular classes and activities all open to new members. These include, Dance Classes, Circuit Training, Watercolourist Group, Friendship Club, Tea Party, Knitting and Textile group, Food Coop, Toddler Group and Craft Group.
On the ground floor of the building is the popular Brooks Cafe with great value food and drinks. The cafe offers FREE Wi-Fi and a choice of freshly cooked main meals, sandwiches and drinks. Staffed by friendly volunteers the cafe is a great place to meet with family, friends, work colleagues or just to take a break. They also offer a high quality hospitality menu for groups and events using the centre.
The Open Day promises to be a great day with the cafe offering FREE TEAS AND COFFEE throughout. There are children’s activities, a chance speak to Southern Brooks Community Partnership about Volunteering Opportunities and to view the rooms for hire. There will be taster sessions for special interest and social activities that currently run at the centre. Visiting the centre is hugely recommended if you would like to know more about what is happening in the community and the facilities available.
Contact Details: 0117 923 68 78
Article 1245 | Published - May 17th, 2013
Annual Town Meeting 2013
AGENDA FOR ANNUAL TOWN MEETING OF PATCHWAY
Thursday 9 May 2013
- Apologies for absence
- Minutes of the last meeting held on 2 May 2012
- Report of Town Council Chairman
- Elections of Advisory Committees:
- Scott Park (3 members)
- Patchway Common (3 members)
- A New Vision for Patchway: presentation on developing a community plan
- Questions from the public
Article 1235 | Published - May 9th, 2013
Volunteers’ Week 2013 exhibition
To celebrate Volunteers’ Week 2013, the volunteer centres in South Glos are inviting members of the volunteering community to take part in a visual celebration of volunteering. Whether you are a volunteer, or someone who works with volunteer, they would like to bring together images and stories from people who contribute their time to benefit their community and environment.
“Volunteering has a hugely positive effect on people’s lives and those around them. People don’t always know how much it goes on and the breadth of roles that are available. This is a fantastic opportunity to shout about volunteering and show people what a great contribution it makes to both individuals and communities.” – Corrina Buchanan, Volunteer Centre Patchway.
The Volunteer Centre wants to hear what you get out of volunteering and why you do it. What has volunteering bought in to your life and how have you been able to help others? How important are volunteers to your helping your organisation? What service do they provide, what would happen if they weren’t there? How does your community benefit from volunteering? How have volunteers impacted the world around them? Do people know that volunteers help in your organisation?
The collection of entries will be displayed at South Glos Libraries during Volunteers’ Week from June 1st–7th. Entries should be submitted by May 20th via e-mail or post: Volunteer Centre, The Hub, Rodway Road, Patchway, BS34 5PE.
Article 1226 | Published - April 29th, 2013
Part Night Lighting
Measures to conserve energy by switching off street lights between 12 midnight and 5.00am have reduced South Gloucestershire’s annual carbon emissions by 12% and are already saving approximately £90,000 in energy costs each year. About 6,000 of the district’s 29,500 street lights have been switched to part night operation since the scheme was adopted by the council in 2008. By the time the scheme is fully implemented in October this year about 60% of the district ‘s street lights, or approximately 20,000 lights will have been switched to part night operation.
Once fully implemented the scheme is expected to reduce the district’s carbon emission by a total of 2,00 tonnes a year-equivalent to the annual emissions of approximately 900 cars. It so also expected to reduce the council’s lighting related energy bills by up to £250,00 or about a fifth of its total street lighting energy costs. Mark King Head of Street Care , said “ Before implementation all lights are assessed to establish whether they are suitable for part night operation. About 40% of lights, including those near roundabouts, emergency services, sheltered housing and known areas of high crime are automatically excluded from the scheme for safety or security reasons. After implementation the council will continue to work with the police and other agencies to monitor the operation of the scheme within each area.
Full details of the scheme can be found at www.southglos.gov.uk/partnightlighting or you can call at the Town Council offices at Callicroft House in Rodway Road during office hours to see the plans of the proposals for Patchway.
Article 1181 | Published - April 12th, 2013
Patchway Festival 2013
This Year’s Patchway Festival will run from Saturday 6th July until Sunday 21st July
The Community Fair in Scott Park will be on Saturday 6th July to start things off as well as a fun day at Charlton Hayes on Saturday 20 July further details are available from the Patchway Festival website at www.patchway-festival.org
There will be many events during the festival fortnight so look on the website and also in Patchway People.
If you would like to volunteer or raise funds for your organisation or group or would like to be involved in any way then please call the Festival Office on 01454 868530 for more information or e-mail contact@patchway-festival.org.uk
The popular Flower and Garden Show will be held on 7th September this year organised by Patchway Garden Society at Patchway Community Centre. Check out Patchway People for futher details .
Article 1176 | Published - April 12th, 2013
Patchway Fresh Food Co-op
Volunteers at Brooks Café have set up the Patchway Fresh Food Co-op, a new way of buying fresh produce in Patchway. Bags of mixed seasonal fruit and vegetables are available to buy at cost price to ensure everyone gets the most value for money.
Vegetable bags are just £5 for approximately eight items, and fruit bags are £4 for approximately five items.
To try out the co-op, place your order by 2.30pm on Tuesdays; collection is Thursday between 12–3.30pm every week at Brooks Café, Coniston Community Centre, The Parade. For more information, call 01454 868 570.
Article 1150 | Published - March 7th, 2013
