Whats On Bristol Magazine October 2010

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Halloween
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Welcome to
October issue
October sees the advent of autumn and with the nights
appearing to draw in, the best of us would be forgiven for
wanting to curl up and lament the loss of summer. Welcome to
this month’s What’s On and in an issue that covers all aspects
of entertainment we’re sure you’ll change your mind when you
get stuck into our bumper October edition, so read on to discover
what’s hot and what’s not from Bristol’s premier guide to living
and working in the south-west.
This month the team is thrilled to launch our beautiful ‘2011 Face
of What’s On’ calendar with proceeds going to the Frenchay
After-Burn’s Unit. The idea of the calendar evolved after our
hugely successful competition to find the face of What’s On
earlier in the year, so if you’re looking for a stocking filler with an
affordable price tag featuring some of the best locations the area
has to offer – you could do worse than buy a copy knowing that it
will benefit an awful lot of local people.
Now then, with so much happening as usual, features this month

include half term attractions, how to plan for your perfect day – a
nod to taking the stress out of weddings and how to get the most
out of Christmas. We know that the very thought of the festive
Contents
season is enough to strike terror in the hearts of grown men, but
from now until the end of the year we’ll be guiding you through Diary of the Month .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 04
every step of the way and showing you it needn’t be a painful Building Plastics .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 05
chore.
Chinese Whispers .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 06
Highlights for October must surely be Halloween and with more
Good Food Pub .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 07
people than ever choosing to get spooky, make sure you read
where the best places are to go ghost busting this month. Map .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 08-09
With more competitions and special offers than you can shake Events .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 10-16
a broom stick at, this month’s What’s On has got it covered, so Halloween. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 17-21
remember if you want to know what’s on, when it’s on, why it’s
on and where it’s on there can only be one choice – welcome to Attractions. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 22-27
the October issue of What’s On Bristol, the undisputed people’s Following the face of Whatsonbristol .. .. .. . 28-29
choice!
Shopping / Fashion .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 30-35
Enjoy!
Health and Beauty .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 36-42
Published by: Whatson Group
Sales: Nikki Cook, Becky Baxter Diary of the Month .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 43
Production: Mark Harris, Stephen Ellice Weddings.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 44-49
Fashion Editor: Theresa Caney
Letters to the Editor .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 47
Journalists: Jacquie Vowles, Zog Ziegler
Promotion Team: Chloe, Georga, Charlotte Out and About .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 50-51
Whatson Bristol Christmas Parties / Restaurants .. .. .. .. .. . 52-72
62 North Street, Bedminster, Bristol BS3 1HJ
Telephone: 0117 963 2263 Letters to the Editor .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 73
Email: production@whatsongroup.net Good Food Pubs .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 74-77
Web: www.whatsonbristolmagazine.co.uk
Sunday Best . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 78-79
Whatsonbristol Magazine is published by the Whatson Group Ltd. All
rights reserved. Material may not be reproduced without the written Recipe page . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 80-81
permission of the Whatson Group Ltd. The opinions expressed or
advice given in this publication are the views of the individual authors Home Improvements / New Build . .. .. .. .. . 82-88
and advertisers and do not represent the views of the Whatson Group
Ltd. Whatson Group Ltd accept no liability for any misprints or mistakes Night Life .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 89-90
and not responsibility can be taken for the contents of these pages.
Cover Pic: Ashleigh Dickson at the Waldegrave Arms Motoring .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 91-95
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Diary of the Month
Cider Festival
2010 Cider Festival held at the British Empire

Museum at Temple Meads, Bristol was a huge
DIARY OF THE MONTH
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Chinese Whispers Volume 64
T
he great Oscar Wilde I can tell you is, a famous locally Cadbury garden Centre will shortly
once noted “Fashion is what based sportswoman has agreed be unveiling a Christmas store in
one wears oneself; what to mentor me and take me under the galleries Broadmead. With the
is unfashionable is what other her wing so watch my progress grand Pier just about there, I can
people wear”. having recently from here on in. tell you that we’re now only days
returned from a tête-à-tête at away from its launch. While the
Cabot Circus with the radiant If we weren’t spoiled enough with wait has been tense at times, CW
gok Wan, who knows a thing or the opening of maestro Marco’s can faithfully promise you will not
two about sartorial elegance, I new restaurant at Doubletree by be disappointed so be sure you get
have to say that style was very hilton, it appears that potty-mouth down there as soon as you can –
much the name of the game gordon ramsey has himself it’s going to be a blast!
and at the recent Bristol fashion been spotted in town. here to film
week at Cribbs Causeway. What his new tV show, it features the Fearing I’ve spoiled you with so
a whirlwind the last few weeks wonderful Casa Mia restaurant in much in-side scoop, I leave you
has been! My dears have some Westbury so I implore you to stay with two more snippets that I’m
sympathy for poor CW as I’ve tuned to find out how the family confident will take your fancy.
manfully battled to reveal the fared – its nail biting stuff. Firstly, those clever chappies at
latest drama, gossip and intrigue Puxton Park have unveiled their
as it unfolds! With renowned brand hooter’s latest project, a traditional Italian
coming to the harbourside this restaurant combined with an Ice
CHINESE WHISPERS
Never let it be said that October month methinks that the boys in Cream parlour. to be built on
is a dull month, for the city is particular will want to pencil it in the site of the old tourist centre
positively sizzling right now with their diaries, but if not particularly overlooking the sea front this is
more openings than you could your own cup of tea I suggest you going to be one to watch, so if
shake a stick at and a plethora of try a couple of eateries have just you want the news as it happens,
a-listers with our very own Josie opened and already causing a bit be sure to tune into your monthly
of Big Brother fame firmly leading of a splash. the Mexican Kitchen column of whispers and know that
the way. in Corn Street is serving Mexican you heard it here first.
food like you would not believe.
Before I go on to spill the beans, If you take my advice, you will and so as I lay down my pen,
a nod to a couple of events that not put off a visit as this is one of exhausted from the sheer
took place last month. If you the few opportunities you’ll get weight of gossip I just need
were a silly-billy and chose to in town to taste the real McCoy to remind you that if you go
ignore the International Kite – good luck amigos! If fajita’s down to the caves today… yes
Festival then you really missed don’t really whet your whistle, a darlings, Wookey hole’s brand
out. Bigger than ever before, this sojourn to Kingswood might be new purpose built hotel has just
year’s event was a resounding the order of the day with a new opened its doors & having had
success and a big shout out to Mediterranean eatery called Sugo a sneak preview, I can affirm it’s
avril Baker and her team for a first doing great things. Formerly the really rather special. But don’t
class job. then came the Bristol site of the old roma restaurant take my word for it, go and seek
half marathon and although I it’s getting quite a name for for yourself and who said I never
implored my physician to let me itself already so good luck to all give you anything?
take part, I was refused entry involved and looking forward to
on the grounds that my bunions trying it.
simply couldn’t take the pace.
ailments aside, I did cheer loudly Just enough time to let you know
Until next time
from the side lines and have about several other openings. The Chinese
pledged to run it in 2011 – so Kustom Floors in Bedminster Whisperer
darlings watch this space to has recently opened its latest
follow my training journal. What showroom in Bedminster and
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croissant or a freshly baked pastry? Don't worry we have good old toast and butter for
those more traiditional amongst you! Where would breakfast be without a steaming pot of
yummy tea to wash it down with too!
Lunch If breakfast is a bit early for you, pop in for one of our home made ciabattas,
Seamus O'Donnells panini's, or sandwiches for lunch...and if you're on a health kick why not team it with
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What’s on in Events
Arts &
October BRISTOL CITY MUSEUM
AND ART GALLERY BRISTOL FESTIVAL OF IDEAS
Exhibitions Queens Road, Clifton,
Bristol BS8 1RL
Until Sun 31st October
The Bristol Festival of Ideas aims to
ARNOLFINI Tel: 0117 922 3571 stimulate people’s minds and passions
16 Narrow Quay, Until Sun 28 November
Until Sat 30 October with an inspiring programme of discussion
Bristol BS1 4QA FLIGHT EXHIBITION AT
Tel: 0117 917 2300/1 Arkane and debate throughout the year.
BRISTOL’S CITY MUSEUM
Potters, Bristol Various Venues throughout Bristol.
COAL FIRED COMPUTER & & ART GALLERY
TANTALUM MEMORIAL POTTERS
Flight is a major new
Until Sun 21 November 9 Perry Road,
exhibition that will bring to life
Part of Arnolfini’s Old Media Bristol BS1 5BQ
the stories of the aeroplanes,
season of exhibitions, Tel: 0117 3308445
engines and human
films and performance, Until Sat 30 October
endeavour involved in 100
investigating redundant years of aviation innovation in ARKANE: A SELECTION
technologies and their cultural the west of England. OF HANDCRAFTED
and political relationship to JEWELLERY BY HAZEL LOVE COOKING FESTIVAL TOUR
their time. This recent work THE BRISTOL GALLERY MORRIS Tues 5 October
responds to the displacement Unit 2, Building 8, Margaret Crump, Manager Where better to start the inaugural Love
of coal production to emerging Millennium Promenade of Potters, welcomes this Cooking festival tour than Bristol, widely
economic superpowers like Harbourside, Bristol BS1 5TY temporary exhibition of
celebrated as one of the South West
EVENTS
India and China after the UK Call us on: 0117 930 0005 fine jewellery by Hazel
miners’ strike in the 80s. Until Sun 24 October Morris. Her work will suit
regions most vibrant and dynamic culinary
MAJOR EXHIBITION: people who are keen on epicentres. BBC1’s Saturday Kitchen host
AT-BRISTOL HENRI MATISSE uniqueness and quality. Most James Martin headlines a fantastic line
Anchor Road, Harbourside, In Celebration of our first pieces are inspired by the up with Ainsley Harriott, Rachel Allen,
Bristol BS1 5DB anniversary of trading on designs and culture of the Gino D’Acampo, Valentine Warner,
Tel: 0117 909 2000 Bristol’s exclusive Harbourside Anglo-Saxons. Hazel works Thomasina Miers and Gary Rhodes
Until Sun 17 October development, The Bristol mainly in silver but also completing the event, which promises to
EXPERI-MANIA Gallery is pleased to present creates mixed metal pieces whet the appetite of every cooking lover.
From DIY superslime to the foil our most significant exhibition incorporating other precious
metals, copper and brass. Colston Hall, Colston Street,
boat challenge, rocks that fell to date. The exhibition held
Bristol BS1 5AR Box Office: 0117 922 3686
from space to water that stays in conjuction with the well
in the glass upside-down: established Goldmark Gallery ROYAL WEST OF
science can be strange, in Leicester, presents the ENGLAND ACADEMY
fantastic and mysterious. Keep largest exhibition of original Queen’s Road, Clifton, Bristol
an eye out for experiments prints by Henri Matisse ever Tel: 0117 973 5129
that raise an eyebrow. exhibited in Bristol. Until Sat 9 October
STEVE WHITEHEAD:
PAINTINGS
Steve describes his work HARBOUR WORKS
as ‘Magic Realism’ and the Thurs 28 - Sat 30 October
combination of strong design There’s a boat-load of fantastic half-term
and virtuoso detail in his fun to be found on Bristol’s historic
paintings give them an almost Harbourside! Make fun things. Sketch,
surreal atmosphere that is paint, draw. Do the New Cut Treasure hunt.
instantly memorable, and Meet Mr Brunel. Jump on a boat. Try a
look photographic. Steve’s
sail. Watch boats being made. Take a walk
enormous technical ability
combines with an instinctive
with a pirate. Catch the Harbourside train.
feel for the natural world to Visit the Ecohome. Go behind the scenes
Until Sun 24 October
produce beautifully crafted at the pump house…and more!
Major Exhibition: Henri Matisse
The Bristol Gallery atmospheric landscapes. Harbourside, Bristol
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EVENTS
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30TH ANNIVERSARY O2 ACADEMY
Music TOUR: LEVEL 42 BRISTOL Events
An enormous commercial Frogmore Street, Bristol HALLOWEEN FUN
ANSON ROOMS success, the band took the BS1 5NA Sat 23 October
& AR2 (BRISTOL ‘80s by storm with their brand Box Office: 0844 477 2000 A week of
UNIVERSITY SU) of jazz funk driven by Mark Thurs 14 October Halloween themed
Queens Road, Clifton, King’s trademark bass lines, IAN HUNTER fun with free entry to children (aged 3-15)
Bristol BS8 1LN and with their roots firmly Legendary Mott The Hoople
Enquiries:
in full Halloween dress!
set in the underground soul frontman playing a mix of
HorseWorld, Staunton Manor Farm
0117 954 5810 scene of the time they helped Mott hits (‘All The Way From
Staunton Lane, Whitchurch
Mon 25 October change the face of the music Memphis’, ‘All The Young
Bristol BS14 0QJ Tel: 01275 540173
MARINA AND THE scene in Britain. Dudes’ etc) and new material.
DIAMONDS + THE
COCKNBULLKID THE FLEECE ST GEORGE’S
A rising act since 2009, 12 St Thomas Street, BRISTOL
attracting comparisons to the Bristol, BS1 6JJ Great George Street, Brandon
likes of Regina Spektor, Bat Box Office: 0117 929 9008 Hill, Clifton, Bristol, BS1 5RR
For Lashes and Kate Bush. Fri 15 October Box Office: 0845 4024001
WORLD SPACE WEEK
The single ‘Obsessions’ has PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE Fri 15 October
Mon 4 - Mon 10 October
been followed by the ‘Crown Formed in New Zealand ADRIAN EDMONDSON & World Space Week is an annual celebration
Jewels’ EP, featuring the track in 1997 and touring THE BAD SHEPHERDS of stars and suns, moons and meteorites.
‘I Am Not A Robot’. internationally since 2004, An unmissable opportunity to
Whether you’re into rockets, planets
the Pink Floyd Experience hear punk songs performed
THE BIERKELLER
or dark matter, take part in our space
have created a huge on folk instruments! The
All Saints Street, reputation for performing Pink Bad Shepherds are led by busking activities to expand your horizons.
Bristol BS1 2NA Floyd’s music to the highest comedian Adrian Edmondson, We’ll also have space themed animation
Box Office: 0117 926 8514 standard while consistently star of ‘The Young Ones’ and characters and backgrounds in Animate
Thurs 14 October pushing the boundaries in ‘Bottom’, who shows his talent it!, so you can go extra-terrestrial with your
THE ANTI NOWHERE terms of production and on vocals and ‘thrash mandolin’. creative ideas.
LEAGUE performance. At-Bristol, Anchor Road, Harbourside,
EVENTS
The history of the League THEKLA Bristol, BS1 5DB Tel: 0845 345 1235
is littered with brushes THE LOUISIANA The Grove, East Mud
with the law, rock and roll Wapping Road, Bathurst Dock, Bristol BS1 4RB
misbehaviour and very loud Terrace, Bristol BS1 6UA Box Office: 08713 100 000
music. There have been band Box Office: 0117 966 3615 Sat 16 October
break-ups and reformations Weds 6 October ELIZA DOOLITTLE
aplenty, but Animal and his MICHAEL WESTON KING Back-to-basics singer-
chums can be found plying Michael Weston King is songwriter of soulful pop
their wares to this very day. widely acknowledged as music whose antics are
one of Britain’s finest singer making a stark impression HALLOWEEN WEEKEND AT THE PARK
COLSTON HALL songwriters. He draws his on the UK music scene. But Sat 30 October 2010
Colston Street, influence from a wide range of Eliza’s been making music Pop into the park this Halloween and enjoy
Bristol, BS1 5AQ styles, from Pop to Folk, from since the age of 10, growing a feast of ghoulish snacks and fun. Kids
Box Office: 0117 922 3686 Country to Soul, from Gospel up listening to old motown, can take part in our colouring competition,
Weds 13 October to Blues. hip-hop and pop music to
join the spooky walk around the park, the
become the embodiment of
opportunity to buy pumpkins galore from
the modern-day diva.
the shop and lots more fun for the whole
family so why not pop by and see us this
Theatre Halloween.
ALMA TAVERN & Old Down Country Park, Foxholes Lane
THEATRE Tockington BS32 4PG Tel 01454 414081.
18-20 Alma Vale HORRID TORRID TALES TRAIL
Road, Clifton, Bristol BS8 2HY October 2, 3, 9 & 10
Telephone: 0117 973 5171
Discover passengers’
Tues 19 – Sat 30 October
nasty onboard experiences
Theatre West presents
(7-11 years).
PAVEMENT
Brunel’s ss Great Britain,
by Sharon Clark
Fri 15 October Great Western Dockyard
Pavement is a fierce, funny
Pink Floyd Experience Bristol BS1 6TY
and tender meditation on love,
The Bristol Gallery loss and broken engines.
Photo: David Noton Tel: 0117 926 0680
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EVENTS
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BRISTOL HIPPODROME TOBACCO FACTORY
St Augustines Parade, Bristol THEATRE Events transformation for its Halloween
Festival. With pumpkin carving
BS1 4UZ Raleigh Road, Southville, HALLOWEEN
Box Office: 08444 999 999 Bristol BS3 1TF competitions, creepy costume
DISCO contests and a Halloween trail
Mon 11 October Box Office: 0117 902 0344 Fri 29 &
ROY ‘CHUBBY’ BROWN Tues 12 – Sat 23 October around the grounds, there is
Sat 30 October
The man with the helmet still LA TRAVIATA plenty to do at Bristol Zoo.
Join us from 6.30pm - 8.30pm.
shocking audiences in those few La Traviata has been described Bristol Zoo Gardens, Clifton,
Play in the playbarn, dance Bristol BS8 3HA
venues that will have him back! as one of Verdi’s most delicately
Coarse and sick humour - strictly scored operas. A work whose
the night away, bounce on our Tel: 0117 974 7399
adults only. clarity and simplicity rivals that halloween bouncy castle or take
of Mozart’s operas, and where, a ride on our spooky mini ghost FAMILY FRIGHT WEEK
in a touching yet highly charged train!! Fancy dress Competition. Sat 23 - Sun 31 October
COLSTON HALL series of duets, the emotional Puxton Park, Cowslip Lane 9 Creepy days of
Colston Street, Bristol, dilemmas facing the three main Hewish , Weston Super Mare Halloween
BS1 5AQ Somerset BS24 6AH
protagonists are laid bare with New Spectre of the
Box Office: 0117 922 3686 simplicity and nuance. Tel: 01934 523500 Abbey Ruins
Wed 6 October
Daring Phantom
AL MURRAY
British comedian best known
PLAYHOUSE THEATRE Pirates Maze
High Street Trick & Treat Hunts, Workshops,
for his stand-up persona, “The
Weston-super-Mare, BS23 1HP Ghoulish Ghost Train, Flying
Pub Landlord,” a stereotypical
Box Office enquiries: 01934 645544 Spooks Tractor Ride
xenophobic public house
licensee. JETHRO - TOO LATE TO Free pumpkins & Pumpkin
In 2003, he was listed in GROW UP carving competition!
The Cornish comedy legend
HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL
The Observer as one of the
Sat 23 - Sun 31 October Woodlands Family Theme Park,
50 funniest acts in British returns and is as mischievous
as ever!If you want to laugh until There will be some spooky Woodlands Grove Caravan &
comedy and in 2007 he was
it hurts, look no further than goings on at Bristol Zoo Camping Park, Blackawton
voted number sixteen on
here. ‘Too Late to Grow Up’ is Gardens this October half term Dartmouth, Devon, TQ9 7DQ
Channel 4’s hundred greatest
definitely the show for you!! when it undergoes a spooky Tel: 01803 712598
EVENTS
stand-ups.
Saturday 30 October Olly

in aid of Help A South Wales Child Murs
from X Factor
singing live
To book go to www.reddragonfm.com on stage
Doors open 5.30pm

Stage opens 6.30pm
Olly on stage 7.30pm
in association with
Fireworks display 8.15pm
Adults £10 / Children £7
Golden Circle Adults £20 / Children £15 (limited tickets)
Under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult, maximum 3 children per adult
www.chepstow-racecourse.co.uk
To book go to www.reddragonfm.com Tel: 01291 622260
Chepstow Racecourse & Conference Centre will be making a minimum £5,000 donation to Help a South Wales Child from this event.
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Time to Get Moving Week aims to tackle act could make a real difference to people you
mental health discrimination by bringing people know with mental health problems. You can do
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events are taking place all over the country from something to help end mental health prejudice or
9-17 October 2010 and over 80,000 people are attend a Time to Get Moving event and help us to
expected to be involved in dancing, running and show everyone that mental health problems need
stamping out stigma. not be kept in the dark.”
Sue Baker, Director of Time to Change, the Pledge to end mental health discrimination and
campaign behind Time to Get Moving Week said: find a Time to Get Moving event near you at www.
time-to-change.org.uk. Time to Get Moving is
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Half Term and Hocus Pocus!
O
ctober flags up a couple impressive face on the side of a
of important dates in our pumpkin. Pumpkins come mostly
calendar. A loss of the lighter in either grey or orange. It is the
evenings, the first half term break of orange colour that has become most
the academic year and the annual associated with Halloween.
celebration designed to bring us out in
goose-bumps, the time we celebrate to prepare your pumpkin, first clean
all that’s spooky - namely Halloween! and dry it. cut a small circle around
the stem and remove the top. Dig in are not designed for carving, and
If there is one abiding image that and remove the seeds and soft flesh can be downright dangerous – It
Halloween conjures up for most of from inside the pumpkin, leaving a may seem like over-kill, but head
us it’s the carved out orange jack- thick wall of flesh inside the skin. off out to your tool shed and find
o-lantern pumpkin, with its ghoulish Scrape the inside until you have a your electric drill and a keyhole
face lit up by a flickering candle firm and fairly smooth surface all saw. Drill holes to give your keyhole
inside. round, and a flat base where you saw a start, and saw around the
will stand a candle - one of those outlines you have made.
the original jack-o-lanterns in short fat candles are ideal. A large
Ireland and Scotland were usually spoon is a good utensil to use inside Knock out the pieces when you
made out of turnips, and smaller a pumpkin have cut them out, and trim up the
than the pumpkin version that has edges, angles, corners and inside
become the standard Halloween You are now ready to carve the of the pumpkin with a knife. Place
design in America. the great thing face onto the pumpkin. If you have your candle inside, and you will
about using a pumpkin is that it is a detailed design, you will find most be ready to enter a jack-o-lantern
easier to carve, and you have so kitchen knives are less than ideal carving competition with the best
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Join the best beastly Halloween ever
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days of the best Halloween ever at which add to the creepy fun, while Spangles, Ben and the Jazz Band
Woodlands from oct 23rd – 30th. the Flying Spooks tractor Ride is and exciting sideshows. Costing
the Family theme park is famous just right for the little ones. £5000, Fire Magic has created
for it’s free pumpkins and daily a spell binding Firework finale to
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Win creepy prizes in the Fiendish procession to the Monks pool and park.
Workshop making Marvellous hear Woodlands own ghost story
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Wolvershill Road, Banwell, Weston-super-Mare
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ATTRACTIONS
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VISIT A TRULY HISTORIC EXPERIENCE!
Step back in time with Discover fully stocked and equipped
a fun-packed trip to Where stores from the past, transported into the
Oakham Treasures. The paST present day.
Whether you’re 8 or 80, cO
meS TO Marvel at the countless original items
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this unique collection of the contents too, still fully intact.
memorabilia from days gone by. Immerse yourself in a fabulous and
There really is something for everyone, unique trip down memory lane.
from the thousands of items in the And you can visit our fabulous Café and
Historic Stores, to the impressive display Farm Shop.
of historic tractors and
farm equipment.
Open Tuesday to Saturday 10am - 5pm.

Just off the M5 at Portbury, Bristol.
Oakham Farm,Portbury Lane, Portbury, Bristol BS20 7SP
Tel: 01275 375 236 www.oakhamtreasures.co.uk
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well as customised itineraries through WALES ACTIVITY BREAKS including climbing, caving,
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Diary
of the
Month
Axbridge
Carnival
Axbridge, Somerset
was held on 26th of
September was a
huge success. The
sun was out, families
came out and lined
the streets of Axbridge
and enjoyed the days
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activities that followed.
1. Win a dress for a night out courtesy of Rare Fashion

COMPETITIONS
2. Win a meal for 2 at the newly opened Marco Pierre White Restaurant
3. Win a meal for 2 at the Thornbury Castle
4. Win a overnight stay for a family and a pass to Santaland courtesy of the newly opened
Wookey Hole Hotel
5. Win a yearly family pass for Puxton Park
6. Win a quad biking birthday party for 10 people courtesy of Taff Valley Adventure
7. Win a weekend stay at Cedar Falls Health Farm for 2 people
8. Win a meal for 2 at Mysterica restaurant
9. Win a party for 10 people and a bottle of champagne courtesy of Kobe Karaoke Bar
10. Win a Xmas party for 8 people at the Crown Inn Regil
11. Win Sunday lunch for 4 courtesy of the Portcullis Hotel
12. Win a hair makeover courtesy of B Beautiful Hair Salon
To enter, simply state which competition your are entering along with
your name, address and telephone number and send on a postcard to:
whatsonbristol Competitions
62 North Street, Bedminster, Bristol BS3 1HJ or
Email to competitions@whatsonbristol.co.uk
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Saturday 18th December 2010
8pm until 2am
Mission: Enjoy yourself
ATTRACTIONS
Commencement: Saturday 18th December 2010
Location: The Hand Arena
Co-ordinates: Davis Lane, Clevedon, BS21 6TG
Attire: Black tie
Itinerary: Martini on arrival, shaken not stirred
Four course hot buffet dinner
Casino Royale tables with complimentary chips
Live entertainment for Your Eyes Only, DJ & disco
Late licence to thrill
Transport: Free overnight parking and discounted taxi rates
with County Cars
£39 in advance
For reservations and enquiries please
contact: Vicky at The Hand on
07540 129838
01275 874856
or email: vicky.durant@handarena.com
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Here come the girls… We p
face of Whats on
T
his month sees the launch of the 2011 ‘Face pho
of Whatson’ calendar, the brainchild of Whatson wait
managing Director, nikki Cook. the idea to produce
a calendar was inspired by the competition held earlier in the
the year, which saw one lucky girl win a lucrative modelling that
contract with a London agency. prof
drea
the competition to find the ‘face of what’s on’ started Bris
back in February and saw entries from over 5,000 girls. trum
members of the public were encouraged to vote for their the
favourite ‘face’ though our specially devised online voting suff
system and from here 120 girls were selected to go through of £
FACE OF WHATSONBRISTOL
to the semi-finals in June. offic
Although the judging panel faced a monumental task, they the

were finally able to select 24 finalists and a lavish finale to s
took place in July at Doubletree by hilton (formally known welc
as Cadbury house hotel). the
nor
As 24 became 12 and 12 became 1, the idea to produce a
calendar was born. “i knew that the competition had been
such a success and created such a buzz locally, i really
didn’t want to leave it there so i looked at what we could do To
that might benefit others and that’s really how the idea of c
the calendar came about” nikki told us.
0
never one to let the grass grow under her feet, the idea
very quickly gathered momentum and with top local
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e proudly present the 2011
ts on calendar
photographer Adam marlow in tow and the 12 finalists
waiting in the wings it was less the case of ‘if’ but ‘when!’
ce
n the calendar has three noteworthy attributes, the first being
ing that it offered 12 local girls the opportunity to experience a
professional photo-shoot and for many of them this was a
dream come true. it also pays tribute to the southwest with
Bristol and the surrounding area resoundingly coming up
trumps. Lastly, some proceeds of the calendar will go to
the FAB club a, local charity that supports people who have
g suffered severe burns and with a recommended retail price
ugh of £4.95 the calendar is available to buy from the What’s on
FACE OF WHATSONBRISTOL
office and other local retail outlets.
ey the 2011 ‘Face of What’s on calendar is a great way

to support a fantastic charity and will certainly prove a
wn welcome stocking filler. to order your copy, please contact
the team on: 0117 963 2263 or pop in to the office at 62
north street, Bedminster, Bristol, Bs3 1hJ.
ea
en
do To find out more or order a copy, please

f call the What’s On Office on:
0117 963 2263
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Christmas countdown – our guide to getting the most out of the spending season
I
f the mere thought of Christmas Setting a budget change you’ll be benefiting others less
strikes terror into your heart and let’s Even before you attempt to go fortunate.
face it with more and more shops anywhere near the shops, take a long
promoting the festive season from hard look at your finances and work treat children only
September onwards, isn’t it about time out how much you can realistically If you come from a large family – a
that we take a stand and decide just afford to spend on presents in total. handful of brothers and sisters and lots
what we want from the most important Then sit down with a pen and paper of nieces and nephews, Christmas can
holiday in the year? Too often we end and make a list of who you’re buying prove to be an alarmingly expensive
up stressed or flapping and chances for and a price guide for each person. time of year. Hard as you think it may
are for many of us it becomes a time Make sure you’re fastidious about be, don’t shy away from telling those
of year when we over spend without sticking to your budget because you’d you love that you’re on a tight budget.
really knowing why and the adage be surprised how just a few pounds Instead, suggest just buying for the kids
“Good will to all men” somehow gets here and there can very quickly add this year or alternatively get each family
lost in translation as the emphasis up and take you horribly over budget. one gift that they can all enjoy together
reverts to “Every man for himself!” – the latest board game, a luxury box of
buying Second-hand chocolates or a DVD collection all make
In the second of our countdown You would be amazed at what you can excellent choices. for more ideas and
guide to Christmas, the What’s On find in a charity shop these days – they suggestions on where to party or what
team look at ways to be thrifty yet are veritable Aladdin’s caves! Books, to buy you’ll find lots in this months
creative. This year with a bit of careful clothes, homeware, and music – you What’s On.
planning we’ll show you alternative just need a bit of time and patience. To
LB
ways to shop that won’t leave you out find out more it’s worth checking out:
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of pocket but more importantly, keep www.oxgam.org.uk This year, resolve to get the most out of the festive season
you in control of your finances – this to buy at least one of your gifts from a and more ideas of how to turn yourself in
could be a first for many of us. charity shop and by making this small a savvy Santa!
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Alveston House wins Silver
Accreditation in Green Awards
A
lveston House Hotel Alveston House is the latest of
near thornbury has only 3 hotels in Bristol to achieve
been awarded a silver a silver award for Green tourism.
accreditation from the Green Members who gain accreditation
tourism Business scheme have shown commitment towards
(GtBs) which monitors best reducing the impact of their been working very hard to ensure
environmental practice within the business on the environment that we have good practices in
tourism sector. and customers who use hotels place so we are truly delighted to
accredited by the scheme are have received this recognition.”
the award signifies that the assured that the accommodation Julie commented.
independently-owned hotel chosen is committed to
has “very good” environmental sustainable tourism. Alveston House, located 10 miles
practice and is recognised as a north of Bristol on the A38, prides
sustainable tourism operation. owner manager Julie Camm says itself as a hotel for business and
her team is thrilled with the latest leisure combining the best of
Green tourism commended accolade, which comes hot on the modern facilities with a traditional
the owners’ commitment to heels of winning the ‘small Hotel personal and caring service.
sustainable principles and of the Year’ title in the 2010 Bristol the hotel boasts 30 comfortable
measures such as the hotel’s Hospitality awards. bedrooms, conference facilities
green action plan, energy efficient for over 100 guests, an award
SHOPPING / FASHION
services, promotion of public “We have long been conscious of winning restaurant and the highest
transport and purchasing of our environmental responsibilities AA rating of any 3 star hotel in the
regional meat and dairy products. as a business and our team has Bristol area.
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DINKY INC stock fun and original, high quality baby and kids clothing, toys and accessories, Clifton, Bristol
nic-nacs and fripperies as well as pushchairs, furniture and equipment from iCandy, Bugaboo, Tel: 0117 973 0955
Stokke, and Phil & Teds. Either shop online or swing by our Bristol store and check out our
new Buggy Boulevard to test drive any push-chair from our fantastic line-up. www.dinkyinc.co.uk
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Diary of the Month BRISTOL HALF MARATHON 2010
The Bristol Half Marathon took place in
September and well done to everyone who
took part and lots of money was raised for
charities throughout, and a good day was
had by all. The 2010 Bristol Half Marathon
saw local girl, Claire Hallissey retain her title
in impressive manner whilst Kenya’s Edwin
Kipyego continued the African domination of
the men’s event to match his win last May at
the 2010 Bristol 10k.
SHOPPING / FASHION
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No agencies please
Diary of the Month

Over 168,000 people turned up to help Cabot
Circus celebrate its second birthday in stunning
style over the weekend. The total footfall for
Saturday 25 September alone was up 18% year
FASHIONISTAS UNITE TO CELEBRATE on year (this is compared with last year’s fashion
CABOT CIRCUS’ 2ND BIRTHDAY show).
Television presenter and style-guru Gok Wan

kicked off the two-day ‘Fashion Weekender’,
hosting a series of glittering shows which showed
shoppers how to make the most of the latest
looks, whatever the taste or budget. Guests were
delighted to be given a chance to preview the
new collections, with extra inspiration and style
advice added by Gok. Celebrations continued
into the next day when House of Fraser and
Harvey Nichols each held a dedicated catwalk
show. Shoppers were united in agreeing that it
was a thoroughly enjoyable weekend for serious
fashionistas.
James Bailey, Centre Manager said: “We are

delighted with the excellent turn out from shoppers
who turned up in their droves to help us celebrate
our second birthday in style. It was a fantastic
weekend thoroughly enjoyed by all who took part.
It was especially great to see the interest in Cabot
Circus has continued to grow two years on.”
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FASHION
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FASHION
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Cedar Falls – the perfect tonic to a stress free existence
C
edar Falls is so much
more than a health farm.
situated amidst the rolling
somerset hills it’s the perfect
choice when it comes to choosing
a spa break that offers a natural
antidote to fatigue.
The vouchers (which can be
dating back to the 1700’s, the
purchased in multiples of £5.00)
main house emanates understated
include an introductory taster that
english style at its most elegant and
offers a complimentary drink on
with the range of spa treatments,
arrival, 3 course buffet lunch and
therapeutic massages and detox
full use of leisure facilities and
treatments, a weekend break will
exercise classes.
have you feeling good all over.
To find out more about the
This year, why not make a Introductory Taster package
difference and treat your loved (priced £125.00) and to purchase
one to a Christmas gift especially your vouchers log on to:
designed to pamper? Cedar Falls www.cedarfalls.co.uk
has just the very thing – a gift or call us on 01823 433233.
voucher like no other. From as little
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Promotion Code:
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Cedar Falls | Bishops Lydeard | Taunton | Somerset | TA4 3HR
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WE HAVE MOVED!
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Come and visit us today…
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At Trojan we can devise a programme to meet your specific training and
physique goals from our comprehensive product line.
Our trainers who have won trophies for bodybuilding offer advice, training and
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Cadbury House lends a helping The new Marco Pierre White
restaurant opened its doors at the
hand to local sports team beginning of the month and has

received excellent praise so far.
T
he region’s premier Cadbury house is keen to be The eatery offers everything you
restaurant is showing its part of the community as group would expect from a traditional
support for Yatton Athletic general manager Mark hands steakhouse with the superior
Football Club by sponsoring explains: “We love getting quality of Marco Pierre White.
the first team’s latest kit. involved in the local community
and sponsoring nearby
The newly opened Marco Pierre organisations is the perfect way
White steakhouse and grill at to show our support. The first
DoubleTree by hilton, Cadbury team at Yatton are fantastic
house has sponsored the team, and are doing really well this
which holds its training just down season already so we know
the road from the Congresbury they won’t let us down!”
eatery, in Yatton.
Yatton FC first team manager
having just sponsored the Chris Walker said: “on behalf
Wrington Cricket Club in their of everyone at Yatton FC i
cycle ride from Wrington to would like to say a huge thank For further information on
DoubleTree by Hilton
Lords and having supplied the you to the MPW restaurant
Cadbury House please visit:
Clevedon rugby squad with and Cadbury house for their www.cadburyhotelbristol.co.uk
free training sessions, the hotel generous support. The kits
HEALTH AND BEAUTY

is renowned in the area for look fantastic and it looks like and for details on the
supporting local schools and they are bringing good luck MPW Steakhouse visit:
sports clubs. already!” www.mpwsteakhousebristol.co.uk
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Brunel Beauty & Medical perform a wide range of surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures
We offer friendly, supportive and confidential advice before treatment, in comfortable and relaxed
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We take a personal interests in all our clients to ensure that they make informed choices to achieve the
desired results. Many treatments can be done very quickly – like the ‘half hour face lift’. Some of our clients
drop in during their lunch hour and go back to work immediately afterwards!
It is our policy to only offer treatments which are safe and will benefit our clients.
We take Health & Safety issues very seriously and our premises reflect that fact.
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Diary of the Month
Kustom Floors & Furnishings are proud
to introduce their third showroom in
Bristol in Cannon Street, Bedminster
with 2 floors showcasing their fabulous
range of furniture for every room in the
house, with the Lord Mayor and boxing
champion Jane Couch doing the honours
of cutting the red ribbon at the opening
ceremony. A good day was had by all who
attended, and some great opening offers
for customers who purchased on the
opening day.
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Diary of the Month
A great new karaoke bar
has open its doors in
Nelson Street, Bristol.
A VIP evening was
held with lots of Bristol
celebrities who sang the
night away. Watch out X-Factor, Bristol has its own talent
scouts at Kobe looking to find the next Susan Boyle. For
a great night out, with a restaurant in the same premises
and a karaoke bar to finish the night off, Kobe is a great
place for a Christmas party.
DIARY OF THE MONTH
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An evening at
Thornbury Castle
T
hornbury Castle is a
stunning location in anybody’s
book made even more so by
the mellow autumn evening’s fading
light as we arrived, bathing the castle fillet of wild turbot, beetroot and
in sleepy tranquillity. We stopped a salad, and red sorrel dressing. My
moment to admire the hotel’s aston husband retired into a reverie from
Martin, less historic than the castle which I gathered the general gist that
but belonging to a bygone era of everything was marvellous and I was
James bond in his heyday, sleekly equally delighted with the wild turbot.
parked alongside the reception It’s quite unbelievable that we had
leaving no doubt that this is a very casting a warm chestnut glow, the resources left to tackle the mouth-
classy establishment. perfect place to put romance on the watering meat course, but we did
menu as well as fine food. We were and here it is. Duo of herefordshire
Checking in at reception, passing encouraged by the sommelier to try angus beef (braised feather blade,
an imposing suit of armour (if you thornbury Castle’s wine made from roasted fillet) crispy bone marrow
have the impudence to lift the visor its own vines which are over thirty and truffle layered boulangerie potato
you’ll have the shock of finding a years old. If you have ever had cause with red wine jus, and a “Collection
face looking back at you!) we went to be sniffy about english wine, don’t of Downlands lamb” mini shepherds
through into the impressive panelled be, this was crisp and clean with pie, roasted kidney, caramelised
WEDDINGS
and candlelit room where you can subtle overtones of elderflower and sweetbreads, rack, pressed shoulder
relax with a pre-dinner drink and look we enjoyed it very much, particularly and neck. both ambitious dishes but
forward to choosing from the equally with the first two courses. truly excellent and complimented by a
impressive restaurant menu. our glass of robust 2005 bordeaux.
evening’s enjoyment went up a notch to begin, we had an excellent squash
when we discovered that Mark Veale, veloute with Parmesan foam served to finish, we shared a lemon
a chef who isn’t on television or any in a shot glass, and from the bread meringue pie, with limoncello jelly
of that nonsense because he’s too selection (which is all homemade) I and cardamom yoghurt with lemon
busy cooking beautiful food, is now had the most delicious salty focaccia sherbet and basil sorbet which proved
head Chef. so, no contest, we took bread. to follow, for me ballontine of to be the lightest lemon confection
his tasting menu and prepared to be foie gras and black truffle, almonds, ever, with its tangy and refreshing
wowed. with pickled girolles, gingerbread sorbet the perfect end to a rich meal.
croutons in coffee reduction and on
We had a table in the delightful the other side of the table, duo of our evening ended with an
hexagonal room in one of the roasted red leg partridge and breast impromptu tour of the wine cellar,
castle’s turrets, the alcoves lit with of quail, confit thigh, and Parmesan courtesy of the genial sommelier,
candles, and the wood panelling gnocchi, pancetta, with red wine whose passion is wine in its
dressing. the foie gras was amongst every incarnation. the cellar was
the best I’ve tasted, smooth and rich, fascinating and we could see how
the gingerbread introducing a nice thornbury Castle’s wine list can
sweetness to the dish. the partridge carry such variety and excellence.
and quail were a great combination, If you want something really special
and the Parmesan gnocchi an thornbury Castle can’t be matched,
inspired addition. either for lunch, tea or dinner and
especially dinner!
on then to seared orkney scallops,
poached native lobster with crab Thornbury Castle, Thornbury,
stuffed courgette flower, pea purée South Gloucs, BS35 1HH
Tel: 01454 281182
and samphire, and a more simple
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The Labyrinth Restaurant offers a warm welcome to travellers and
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Your dream venue
Planning the perfect wedding takes

a lot of thought, time and effort. At
Tortworth Court Four Pillars Hotel,
you’ll find everything and everyone
to help create a day to remember.
01454 263000
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Planning for perfection - a fool proof guide for the day you’ll never forget
W
ho would have thought • Book a date with the minister or • Discuss your menus with your venue.
that such a simple word registrar. • Buy a guest book.
as ‘yes’ could cause such • Start looking at dresses. • Send thank you cards as gifts
potential aggravation but after the • Set your budget. arrive.
euphoria of the proposal, reality • Book venue, photographer, florist
ONE MONTH BEFORE
very quickly comes a knocking and transport.
• Check your dress fitting.
in the form of “Aaaah! I’ve got to • Make a guest list.
• Book your stylist for hair and
plan a wedding!” With the bride to
UP TO 12 MONTHS BEFORE beauty.
be likely to have a very good idea
• order your wedding stationery. • have a great hen party.
of what she wants, no amount of
• Choose your cake maker to
preparation is ever going to be too 2 WEEKS BEFORE
discuss different ideas.
much. Despite the fact that your • Make sure you’ve written a
• Book your photographer.
wedding takes place on just one speech if you’re planning one.
day, there’s so much to organize for 3 MONTHS BEFORE • Draw up your seating plan.
it that you need a checklist like ours • Plan your order of service. • organise place cards.
to keep you on track. Read it, cut it • Choose your rings. • Sort out your honeymoon money
out and keep it if you will, but follow • Discuss your service with if you need to.
it to ensure that the happiest day of whoever is conducting it.
ONE WEEK BEFORE
your life is just that – the perfect day • Plan and book your honeymoon.
• Confirm all reception details.
to remember. • organise dress fittings.
• Confirm photographer, flowers,
• Finalize your cake, flowers and
RIGHT AWAY cake etc.
photographs.
• Make sure to tell your relatives • hold a wedding rehearsal
and friends your plans 2 MONTHS BEFORE • Start packing your honeymoon
• Choose your bridesmaids and • Post your invitations. case.
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best man. • Reconfirm all bookings. • Try to keep calm.
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For further information or to book an appointment, please call:
01225 345 101

439 Bath Road, Saltford, Nr. Bath
www.sposaelegante.co.uk
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WEDDINGS
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Cakes Weston Lodge
Shooting Ground
With A Looking for an exciting action packed
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Designs Tel: 01275 842225
Filled with Gifts

for Special Occasions
Prices start from £15.00
Karting & Quad Biking also available
Telephone: Donna 01454 412521 Visit our website for full details
Mobile: 07979066106 www.westonlodgeshootingground.co.uk
Email: karenshipinn@hotmail.com
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A jewel in the Crown
T
his has to be one of its middle-of-nowhere country
North somerset’s best location is actually only five minutes
kept secrets – though not from the A38, fifteen minutes from
for much longer. This month Bristol.
the What’s On team salute The
Crown inn at Regil: a family-run The What’s On team recently dined
pub that combines traditional out at The Crown to celebrate
character and charm with some our Managing Director’s birthday,
of the best locally-sourced food and we weren’t disappointed. The
you’ll have the good fortune to food prepared by locally-renowned
tuck into. French chef Eric Maison was
superb, and astonishingly good
What makes The Crown special is value (the beef and ale pie was a
that it manages to offer something particular hit).
for everyone, extending a
genuinely warm welcome to it’s the kind of crackling-log-fire, cosy
village regulars who’ve been hostelry that’s a great favourite for
The Crown Inn
coming here for years, as well as sunday lunches and family nights
Crown Hill, Winford, Bristol BS40 8AY,
newcomers in search of a “real out, so it’s not surprising to learn
pub” experience. Run by ex Avon that bookings for the Christmas Open lunches 12 – 2.30 (4pm Sundays),
and somerset Detective John season are already coming in fast. Evenings 6 – 10.30/11pm,
Newman, it offers an excellent if you’d like to experience some of Closed Sunday eve, Mon lunch.
CHRISTMAS PARTIES
choice of real ales, fine wines and that traditional festive cheer we’d For details of special events and bookings
cider, and imaginative but homely recommend you make your booking ring John Newman 01275 472 388
lunches and evening meals. sooner rather than later! or see www.thecrowninnatregil.co.uk
at Gloucestershire Country Cricket Club
Join the fun and learn to salsa Latino style

Enjoy a three course sit down meal and then try
out your new dance moves to the resident DJ…
All groups and sizes welcome – private tables
for groups of 10-12
Friday 17th December from 6pm

The County Ground,
Nevil Road, Bristol BS7 9EJ
For more information call:
0117 910 8025

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Original Spanish Tapas Bar
Booking a Christmas Party?
…Look no further
Bristol’s best party
celebration venue!
Christmas Party Bookings

now being taken
To win a meal for up to £100 please answer the following question correctly:
What is the capital city of Spain?
Email your answers to bookings@el-puerto.co.uk’
57 Prince Street . Bristol BS1 4QH
CHRISTMAS PARTIES
Tel: 0117 925 6014
Email: info@el-puerto.co.uk
Web: el-puerto.co.uk
EnjOy tHE fOOd Of LOvE

This Christmas at
Valentino
Restaurant
Valentino’s Traditional Italian Restaurant

is one of Bristol’s best kept secrets Party packages
The Brightly-decorated interior of the restaurant
has four huge skylights giving the dining area a
from £14.95.
fantastic warm and welcoming ambience.
Tony and his Italian staff at Valentino’s ensure
that customers are given a typically
Organiser goes free.
Italian welcome.
Opening Hours: Mon – Saturday
Lunchtimes 12noon-2.15pm. Evenings 6pm-10.45pm (last orders)
Closed Sundays except for Special Celebrations and the Christmas Period.
Telephone: 0844 662 6503

B O O k n O w t O a v O id d iSaP P O i n t M E n t ashtongatestadium@lindleycatering.co.uk
124 Stoke Lane, Westbury-on-Trym, Bristol BS9 3RJ www.ashtongatestadium.co.uk
Telephone: 0117 962 2222
www.valentinosrestaurantbristol.co.uk
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Jacks Bar and Brasserie rib-eye steak rare as ordered and with
a good char-grill flavour even through
J
acks Brasserie is one risotto for the fish of the day which was the sauce and my pan fried seas bass
of the Harbourside’s tucked sea bass, pan-fried, and my husband was lovely. The accompanying green
away restaurants despite its took the elderly (in a good way) rib-eye beans were a little on the al dente side
waterside location but it is worth steak and broke the bank by ordering for us but then we are related to, and
hunting out, and making the rather a blue cheese sauce for £1.50 learned cooking at the knee of the
pretty walk along the quayside away extra. To start he ordered the Devon mother who started boiling her sprouts
from the noisy bars and clubs that mussels steamed with garlic, lemon for christmas dinner in November.
dominate the main thoroughfares. and parsley and i had the chicken,
We went in a happy party looking pork and sage terrine with onion We had a very nice evening and the
for good food and a good time, chutney and toast. food for the most part was excellent
hopefully to be had by all. and if there is a criticism let it be the
We ordered the house wine between charges for “extras”, which included
The interior is modern without us all, a good merlot for the red and the bread, the sauces with the
being stark and the staff pleasant a sauvignon blanc for the white, and steaks, and a rogue 75p if you had
and welcoming. The menu is good both were excellent, the white served the barefaced cheek to add cheddar
with some tempting fish dishes, nicely chilled and in a cooler. Our cheese or bacon to your burger.
crisp crab cakes, Devon mussels, starters were well presented, the Luckily it wasn’t a girl’s night out
poached salmon and a Brixham mussels although small were very which can involve much ferreting in
fish of the day. There was also tasty and the bloomer bread served handbags for calculators and licking of
char-grilled 28 day aged rib-eye with them was bouncy and crusty pencil stubs to work out the fair share!
steak (which proved very popular as though it had just left the bakers.
amongst the men), oriental duck compliments for the crab fish cakes
CHRISTMAS PARTIES
Jacks Bar and Brasserie

breast noodle salad and green pea, came from further up the table and i Bristol Harbourside, 1 Hannover Quay,
white onion and Parmesan risotto. really enjoyed the terrine. Our main Harbourside, Bristol BS1 5JE
i decided to desert my old favourite courses were up to scratch too, the Tel: 0117 9453990
Christmas
THE SLUG CHRISTMAS SET MENUS
Order beforehand from our main menu or, for something more festive, Offers!
CHRISTMAS choose from this delicious set menu:
HAPPY CHRISTMAS
see below
MENU SET MENU MONDAYS

If you hold your Christmas
2-course or 3-course options available. party on Nov 22nd, 29th
Served with breads and oil & balsamic vinegar – for dipping. or Dec 6th for 10 or more
In this little Christmas menu, we have 2 courses £17.95 3 courses £19.95 people and receive 50% off
all that you could possibly need for the Prices above are per person. your food bill.
perfect Christmas party.
If you don’t see what you’re after STARTERS PREORDER
or you just fancy something a little TOMATO & JERSEY CREAM SOUP, with crème fraîche and ciabatta. YOUR WINE
different, just give us a call or pop in KING PRAWN COCKTAIL, served on a bed of crispy iceberg lettuce, For every four bottles of
with Marie Rose sauce and bread & butter. wine preordered for your
for a chat.
party, we will give you a
BREADED CAMEMBERT, served on a bed of crispy iceberg lettuce,
We are sure that we can with cranberry sauce.
fifth - on us!
accommodate whatever you require – CHICKEN LIVER, PORK & HEATHER HONEY PATE, served with
to make your party extra special! red onion chutney and toasted bread. EARlY
PARTY PACkAgE
MAINS If you hold your Christmas party
All served with roasted parsnips, roast potatoes and seasonal vegetables.
egetables. of 10 or more people before 9th
ROAST TURKEY, served with all of the festive trimmings – Cumberland
rland Dec we will take 20% off your
chipolata sausage wrapped in bacon and a chestnut & cranberry stuffing.
tuffing. food bill!
Tel: 0117 952 9900 GRILLED SALMON, with a champagne & watercress sauce.
8OZ RUMP STEAK, with Tewkesbury mustard, red wine & shallot sauce.
Slug and Lettuce - Bristol,
26-28 Nicholas Street, BUTTERNUT SQUASH, CHESTNUT & ROASTED PARSNIP
Bristol, BS1 1UB DEEP-FILLED TART, served on a cherry tomato & garlic sauce.
UPSTAIRS ROOM
DESSERTS available for private Christmas
BAKED VANILLA CHEESECAKE, with red berries. party hire.
CREAMY PROFITEROLES, with a warm chocolate sauce. Buffet menus available.
CHRISTMAS PUDDING, with brandy sauce.
www.slugandlettuce.co.uk VANILLA DAIRY ICE CREAM
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Christmas at The Clifton Club
Experience the wonderful festive atmosphere at the Clifton Club this Christmas.
The air is gently scented with oranges and cinnamon and our rooms are
adorned with large real Christmas trees and garlands over our lit replaces.
Christmas Party Menu Christmas Dinner Menu Christmas Lunch Menu

Starters Starters Starters
Tomato, Brie & Mozzarella Soup V Smoked Salmon & Scallop Soup
Parsnip & Apple Soup
with Crusty Bread with Tarragon
with Cider
Selection of Smoked Fish Pigeon & Duck Parfait with Cognac Jelly,
Smoked Salmon Terrine
with Champagne Prawns and Galia Melon Hot & Sour Cherries and Pistachio Bread
with Tiger Prawn, Saffron Brioche & Pistachio &
with Bloody Mary Crème Fraiche Grilled Scottish Langoustines Gooseberry Compote
Duck & Chicken Liver Parfait with Purple Garlic, Lime & Thyme Dressing
Venison & Black Pudding in Pastry
with Cherry Compote & Buttered Brioche Crown of Galia Melon V with Port Glaze Syrup and Oatmeal
with Mango & Passion Fruit Sorbet
Main Courses Goats Cheese, Spinach
with Angel’s Hair
and Sun Blush Tomato Risotto V
Roast Turkey with all the Trimmings
Main Courses with Champagne
Chestnut Stufng & Roast Gravy
Roast Norfolk Turkey
Roast Sirloin of Beef
with all the Trimmings and Cranberry
Main Courses
with Port Wine Shallots & Garlic Roast Norfolk Turkey
& Chestnut Stufng
Smoked Haddock with Welsh Rarebit with all the Trimmings and Roast Gravy
Lamb in Butter & Rosemary Pastry
Creamed Leeks, Spinach & Chives Beef in Red Wine
with Game Parfait, Lyonnais Onions
CHRISTMAS PARTIES
Ratatouille Tartlet V & Redcurrant Glaze with Smoked Bacon, Shallots,
with French Brie & Oatmeal Crust Flat Mushrooms & Rice Pilaf
Sea Trout Poached in Red Wine Vinegar Stock
All main courses served with a selection of Grilled Red Mullet
served with Smoked Salmon Fritters
Chefs market vegetables with Crab & Thyme Dumplings
and Trufe Sabayon
and Scallop Bisque
Desserts Garlic Polenta and Aubergine Gateau V
with Sweet & Sour Vegetables and Feta Cheese Slow Roasted Rosemary Vegetable Tartlet V
Chocolate Trufe Torte
with Tomato Fondue, Hazelnut Crunch and
with Honeycomb Gelato & Toffee Sauce Desserts
Black Olive Tapenade
Twice Baked Lemon Tart Traditional Christmas Pudding All main courses served with a selection of
with Red Fruits and Mango Coulis with Brandy & Cinnamon Sauce Chefs market vegetables
Christmas Pudding with Brandy Sauce Sticky Toffee Pudding
Cheese & Biscuits with Chutney with Dates, Plum and Caramel Desserts
Coffee & Petit Fours Vanilla & Raspberry Crème Brulée Chocolate Trufe Torte
with White Chocolate Biscuits with White Chocolate Curls and Ganache
£28.95 per head inc. VAT Selection of Cheese Christmas Pudding
with Biscuits and Fresh Fruit with Brandy Butter
For parties from 8 to 80, joining a party night or
Coffee & Petit Fours Sugar-Glazed Citrus Tart
hiring the club for a private celebration.
with Mango Sorbet
Guests may have a choice from this selection
which must be pre-ordered. £33.45 per head inc. VAT Local Brie
Hats and crackers included. with Chutney and Biscuits
For groups from 25 to 80, hiring one of our
rooms for a private celebration. Coffee & Petit Fours
Dates available: Guests may have a choice from this selection
December 15th and 23rd which must be pre-ordered. £19.85 per head inc VAT
g chef!
Award winnin
To make your booking or to enquire

about availabile dates, call John Stevens
or Sonia Hughes 0117 974 5039 or email:
generalmanager@cliftonclub.co.uk
www.cliftonclub.co.uk
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the Classic wedding Venue
A
sw
wAterside
wA Aterside wedding venues go, few can match the
Aterside
magnificent winter Gardens in weston-super-Mare.
Located directly on the seafront and enjoying
commanding views across the bay, the stunning ballroom is
unique among venues and delivers a guaranteed wow factor as
soon as you enter.
the winter Gardens has a rich history and combines all of

that elegance one finds in many of our older seaside resorts.
However, following a full refurbishment in 2008, the venue
is by no means out of date and has a modern feel throughout.
Licensed for civil ceremonies and capable of hosting weddings
from 10 to 500, you will certainly find a good selection of
suites available.
All budgets are catered for and the winter Gardens offers an
interesting and well priced range of wedding packages, from a
simple canapé reception through to a full wedding breakfast.
the venue team offer a professional and flexible approach to

CHRISTMAS PARTIES
wedding planning and can arrange all aspects of your day from
flowers to limousines. Often praised for its friendly staff, the
venue seems sure to remain a popular choice for many years to
come.
An outstanding seafront position; a wide choice

of suites combining classic elegance with modern
style; and a price to suit your budget.
The Winter Gardens in Weston-super-Mare offers
the perfect mix of ingredients to guarantee a very
special wedding.
The Classic Wedding Venue Choose from a broad range of imaginative and
contemporary menus, or for something unique,
let our experienced head chef design an individual
menu for you.
• Wedding packages to suit all budgets

• Licensed for civil ceremonies
• A friendly and relaxed service guaranteed
• Assistance with almost every aspect of your
wedding planning
• From 20 - 500 guests including the unique
Pavilion Ballroom
• Spectacular setting overlooking the bay
No matter how grand your ideas, let us take the stress

out of planning your special day.
Telephone: 01934 417117
Email: peter.undery@n-somerset.gov.uk
Website: www.thewintergardens.com
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Christmas 2010 at Fry Club
Santa’s Shoppers Luncheon Christmas Party Nights
November 17th, 18th, 24th and 25th December 3rd, 10th, 11th and 17th
December 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th and 16th £25.95
£10.50 Come and enjoy a fantastic festive party in our Carter
Come along and enjoy an excellent 2 course lunch in Room. An excellent 4 course dinner followed by dancing
the pleasant surroundings of our Sportsman’s Bar, then ‘til midnight to the sounds of one of Bristol’s Premier
work off your lunch with a leisurely walk around the Discos - Sapphire.
Somerdale Retail Chocolate Shop.
Santa’s Winter Wonderland “Yule have a

December 5th, 12th and 19th cracker of a
Admission from 10am to 3pm christmas at
Children £7.50 Adults £1.00 frY club”
The Fry Club’s famous family run fun day returns!!
Join us for a fun filled experience the whole family can
enjoy. Arts and Crafts, Family show and entertainment
and of course a visit to see Santa Claus in his Winter
CHRISTMAS PARTIES
Wonderland Grotto.
No need to book just come along and join the fun!! Fry Club & Conference Centre . Somerdale . Keynsham . Bristol BS31 2AU
Tel (0117) 937 6500 . www.fryclubconference.co.uk
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Choose any one starter, main course and dessert.
Side dishes are complimentary
Lunch £14.95 per person Dinner £22.95 per person
Menu is available from December 1 to December 24 for a minimum of 4 guests
and has to be pre-ordered
With your drinks

Poppadoms and Pickles:
Mixed basket of poppadoms and rice crackers served with our home made pickles and chutneys
Starters: Choose from: Mains: Choose from: Desserts: Choose from:
Adraki Lamb Chop Old Delhi Chicken Curry Rasmalai
Mint and Garlic Murgh Tikka Tandoori Turkey Masala Mango, Passion and
Fish Amritsari Prawn and Scallop Moilee Cinnamon Cheesecake
Panner and Cranberry Shahi Panner Sweet Samosa
Kachori’s Lemon and Ginger Sorbet
Myristica, 51 Welsh Back, Bristol. BS1 4AN Tel: 0117 927 2277 www.myristica.co.uk
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Bubble Christmas Parties “Really good fun, thank you
Bubble for a brilliant night”
B
ubble Christmas skills with the fantastic house band
Parties are proud and disco, or beat their colleagues “Bubble’s Christmas party was
to present their 2010 at the casino tables. the best Christmas party we
‘Christmas at the Winter Palace’ have ever attended”
so if you are looking for something Christmas at the Winter Palace
different and a guaranteed great is a fantastic night all under one
night for your 2010 Christmas party, roof and will ensure that the 2010
then look no further. From the 4th staff do is a Christmas party to
of December, seven fabulous party remember.
nights of festive fun, delicious food
and great entertainment will take bubble Parties also welcome you
place in bath’s most unique and all to enjoy New Years eve at the
lavish venue. Winter Palace for bath’s ultimate
New Years eve Party. a limited
Guests will enter the Winter Palace number of tickets are available for
through the new enchanted Forest both banqueting and Party only, for
reception area into the main this night of quality entertainment
venue where they can explore and unrivalled fun. Party Only
the intriguing depths of a magical tickets provide access to the Winter
Winter Wonderland. Party guests Palace after dinner to enjoy a night
will enjoy a delicious 4 course of great music and entertainment,
Tickets for both events are limited and
meal, followed by an evening of and the banqueting tickets also
CHRISTMAS PARTIES
are selling out quickly, so phone

great entertainment to suit all tastes include a superb 4 course plus you 0845 3670020 for more information or
and ages. relax at the unique own reserved seats for the whole take a look at their website:
oxygen bar, show off their dancing night for a truly ViP experience. www.bubblechristmasparties.co.uk
LIST OF EVENTS
Party Night In the beautiful Christmas time marquee.
8th, 10th, 11th, 15th 17th & 18th December 2010.
Includes: a glass of bubbles on arrival, 3 course dinner
with Christmas trimmings and a disco. £36
Christmas Magic 9th December.
An evening with psychological illusionist ‘Mark
Townsend’. Includes three course dinner and dancing
until midnight. £39.50
Festive Foul Play Murder at the Manor 16th December.
An evening of murder mystery which includes arrival
drink and canapés, two course festive feast and dancing
until midnight.
Attire: 1920’s costume or black-tie £39.50
Bespoke Parties marquee
Can be hired for exclusive use for your own private party.
Minimum of 80, maximum of 120 people.
Private Dining
For groups of up to 20 who prefer a quieter celebration.
Ask reception for details.
White festive lunches at the Manor
Three courses including coffee. £18
Christmas Day lunch 5 course lunch, starting with a glass
of Kir Royale £69 per person, £35 per child
Winford Manor, Winford, Bristol BS40 8DW • Tel. 01275 472 292 • Web: www.winfordmanor.co.uk
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CHRISTMAS PARTIES
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Looking to
book your
Christmas Party?
Fresh Italian Family Cooking
8 Alexandra Parade . Weston-super-Mare BS23 1QS
Telephone: 01934 626111
Then why look any further than Our authentic Italian Chef, Paolo, has extensive
experience cooking in Europe and prides himself
Hartcliffe Community Centre? on speciality fresh fish dishes.
The club offers entertainment for everyone! The Mask of Venice can
With 2 function rooms holding 250 and 140 Christmas cater for all dietary
people respectively and bars open from Day Bookings needs, including
now Being taken vegetarian and
7.30pm - 11.30pm Christmas lunch bookings only gluten free dishes.
Each Function Room is well equipped with a telephone for details
All of our dishes are
Open New Years Eve (bookings required)
large dance floor, stage area and lighting freshly made to order
You have to become a member to take advantage of the many social so various products
activities on offer. Membership is open to all and costs just
£7.00 per year (£3.50 for OAP’s or people with disabilities)
such as dairy or gluten can
be omitted from your meal.
CHRISTMAS PARTIES
Hartcliffe Community Centre • Hareclive Road Our opening times are

Hartcliffe BS13 0JW • Tel: 0117 9640 037 Monday to Friday 12-2.30pm
www.hartcliffecommunitycentre.co.uk and evenings open Monday to Saturday 6pm-late
★★★★ Awarded 4 Stars for food hygiene
Christmas and New Year

at Siam Harbourside
Christmas Thai Banquet Menu
Menu available every day lunch or evening
over the festive season
Mixed Starters
Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce (n)
Vegetable Spring Rolls (v)
Port Toasties deep-fired with Sweet Chilli Sauce
Pork Spare Ribs marinated with Honey
Main Course
Deep-fried Fish with Sweet & Sour Chilli Sauce
Chicken Green Curry with Chilli, Coconut milk, Bamboo shoots,
Aubergine, Limeleaf, and Thai Sweet Basil (s)
Roast Duck stir-fried with Chilli, Garlic, Beans, Baby Corns and Aubergines (s)
Stir-fried Vegetables with Oyster Sauce (v)
Thai Egg Fried Rice
Sweets
Tea / Coffee
£21.95pp
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Siam Harbourside Thai Restaurant, 129 - 131 Hotwell Road, Bristol, BS8 4RU bill kin mb
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Bristol’s newest
entertainment
venue
• Private state of the art
karaoke viP rooms
• DJ Lounge club
• Champagne cocktails
CHRISTMAS PARTIES
Oriental food
• ideal for corporate functions

all party sizes catered for
• Over 500,000 songs in

English, Chinese, Japanese
and Korean to choose from
BE A STAR
BE A VIP STAR!
Kobe . Nelson Street . Bristol BS1 2JT

(next to Broadmead Shopping Centre)
Tel: 07799 588 999
Web: www.kobebristol.com
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The
Blue Bowl Inn
Country Pub & Restaurant
Good Food, Well Kept Ales & a Warm Welcome.
The family run Blue Bowl Inn is everything
you could want from a traditional country pub.
Within a rods cast of the world famous Chew
and Blagdon trout fishing lakes, and at the foot
of the Mendip Hills we offer 4 superb en suite
bedrooms, and an a ‘la carte restaurant set in
beautiful gardens.We are open all day for food
& drinks. Tracy, Mark & staff offer a warm wel-
come no matter how long or short your visit.
Bristol Road, West Harptree, BS40 6HJ

Telephone: 01761 221269
Email: thebluebowl@googlemail.com
www.thebluebowl.co.uk
Find us on Facebook, search The Blue Bowl Inn.
CHRISTMAS PARTIES

now being taken
Elvis is in the building!

Friday 10th & Saturday 11th December 2010
7.30pm – 1am
Book a table at our ever popular Christmas Party Night at

Bath Pavilion. Entertainment includes Tim Bassett as Elvis plus
guests, three course dinner, and a fun casino with prizes.
Tickets £37.50 from www.clstickets.co.uk or call 01225 330304
www.bathpavilion.org
CLS
Catering Leisure Services
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Plan your
Perfect
Christmas
· Christmas Party Nights

with great tribute acts including:
Take That · Robbie Williams
CHRISTMAS PARTIES
Grease · Abba · Michael Jackson
· Festive Sunday Lunches

· Private Parties
· Christmas Eve Lunch
· Boxing Day Dip & Dine
· Christmas Day Lunch
· New Years Eve Ball
enquire now: 01934 834343

info@cadburyhouse.com
www.cadburyhouse.com
Congresbury, Bristol BS49 5AD
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Party at the Park
this Christmas
Festive Dining
(Weekdays, Lunchtimes or Evenings
throughout December)
Celebrate 3 Course Meal £16.50pp
in style! Christmas Party Nights
(Available Friday & Saturday nights in December)
Festive Lunches 3 Course Meal £27.95pp
from £16.95 New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner
Christmas Parties 3 Course Meal £49.95pp
from £32.50 The Park Hotel
at Tortworth Court The perfect location for any occasion
Four Pillars Hotel Falfield, Glos, GL12 8DR - just off J14 of the M5
CHRISTMAS PARTIES
For more information Tel: 01454 260550

or to make a booking please call 01454 263000 info@parkhotelfalfield.co.uk
or visit www.four-pillars.co.uk www.parkhotelfalfield.co.uk
Burritos, Fajitas & Nachos to go!

We’ve just opened!
Come and see us at 37-39 Corn Street, Bristol BS1 1HT
Opening Times:
11.30am - 10pm Sun - Thurs 11.30am - Midnight Fri & Sat
Telephone: 0117 927 7877
Lunch pre-order form available at:
www.themexicankitchen.co.uk
Find us on Facebook - The Mexican Kitchen
FREE BEER!*
With any meal at The Mexican Kitchen
*Not drinking, no worries you can substitute it for any of our soft drinks
Valid until 31st Oct 2010 - TMK B3
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Come and join in the
festive fun at
The Town & Country Lodge
Celebrate with your work colleagues, friends or family
Not only will you enjoy a great meal, it’s a great price too
making Christmas affordable for everyone!
The party starts at 7pm when the Bar opens. Dinner is served at 8.00pm
and the disco goes on until 01.00am leaving you to dance the night away!
Book Now To Avoid Disappointment!
To check availability of dates, please do not hesitate to contact us on
01275 392441
CHRISTMAS PARTIES
Private parties are available Monday ~ Thursday from £17.95pp
to include Room Hire, Disco, & Finger Buffet!
Christmas Parties
The ultimate in festive entertainment, with a party atmosphere from the
moment you arrive!!
A delicious 3 course meal followed by a party to remember.
Dance the night away to music from our resident DJ until 1am
November 2010 – Thursday - Saturday £22 per person
December 2010 – Thursday - Saturday £26 per person
All prices include VAT. A £10 deposit is required upon booking which is non-refundable
Town & Country Lodge

A38 Bridgwater Road, Bristol, BS13 8AG
Tel: (01275) 392441 Fax: (01275) 393362
Email: reservations@tclodge.co.uk Web: www.tclodge.co.uk
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Diary of the Month Amici Restaurant
After the sad loss of Carlos, Frank Fry
has taken over the Amici Restaurant in
Gloucester Road, Bristol. A VIP family
and friends night was held at the re-
opening of the restaurant at the end of
September. A good night was had by all
that attended. Boxing champion Glen
Catley and family enjoyed the evening.
Amici is now taking Christmas bookings.
CHRISTMAS PARTIES
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It’s hard to please everyone for your christmas party but with
Oceana’s 7 distinct rooms there’s something for everyone. Couple
NIGHTLIFE
this with state of the art sound & light systems, video projection,
disabled access, outstanding service plus buffets or meals to suit
all budgets and whether you have 20 or 2000 guests Oceana
is your complete christmas party night out.
For a bespoke quote call 08452 932 860

or email oceana-bristol@luminar.co.uk
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Diary of the Month
Hayley’s Wedding
Whatsonbristol's very
own Hayley Loveridge
recently got married in
Cyprus to Paul Malden.
Congratulations from all the
team at Whatsongroup. Sorry
we could'nt be with you in
Cyprus, but really enjoyed
your night time party at the
Hartcliffe Community Centre.
A good night was had by all,
CHRISTMAS PARTIES
and a few sore heads next

day!
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CHRISTMAS PARTIES
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ITALIAN CU
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Amici – situated on the corner of Cheltenham Road

offers a slice of Italy in the heart of Bristol.
The restaurant blends a relaxed atmosphere with
delicious authentic cuisine achieved by using only
the finest and freshest ingredients.
You will find traditional Italian surroundings, a
relaxed atmosphere and cosy ambience, we offer
a good selection of wines and our staff are all
friendly and attentive.
CHRISTMAS PARTY BOOKINGS NOW BEING TAKEN

TELEPHONE FOR RESERVATIONS: 0117 924 5879
Opening Hours:
Mon - Sat 6pm - 2am Sun 12 noon - 2am
www.amicirestaurant.co.uk
239 Cheltenham Road . Bristol BS6 5QP
(just past Zetland Road arches)
CHRISTMAS
Mediterranean Cuisine
Christmas M enu
Meal
Three Course
£21.5a0void
Book early to
t
disappointmen
Opening hours:
Sunday to Thursday 10am - 10.30pm
Friday & Saturday 9am - midnight
91 Regent Street, Kingswood, Bristol • Tel: 0117 961 9322
– Mediterranean Mezzes £3.95 each or 3 for £10 –
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CHRISTMAS PARTIES
Restaurant & Pizzeria
now being taken
Christmas Menu starts on December 1st*
Christmas Luncheon - £15.00
Dinner - £20.00
*Early booking is advised to avoid disappointment
We cater for Private Parties in our

private function room.
Function room available free of charge
Family friendly restaurant – children
201 Whiteladies Road, welcome
Clifton, Bristol
Tel: 0117 974 4484 BYO-WINE
Open Lunchtimes from
12.00am - 2.30pm www.numerounorestaurant.co.uk
Evenings from
6.00pm - 11.30 Weekdays Recommended
And from by the
6.00pm - 12.00 Weekends Gourmet Society
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Enjoy Christmas at
The Ship Inn Alveston
from £11.95 with Party Nights from £22.95
Festive Evening Menu

CHRISTMAS PARTIES
Available every evening from 26th Nov to 24th Dec & 26th Dec 2010
This menu is also available as part of our Themed Christmas Parties & Murder
Mystery Nights on specific dates throughout December
Starters Mains Desserts
French Onion Soup Traditional Roast Turkey Christmas Pudding
With Brie crouton and crusty baguette Lincolnshire turkey breast slices, with Served with rich brandy sauce
bacon wrapped chipolata, sage stuffing
Smoked Salmon and gravy Cheesecake
and Prawn Salad With forest fruits
Scottish smoked salmon and kin prawn Roast Beef
British sirloin of beef, roasted and served Chocolate Fudge Cake
on a bed of chunky mixed salad with With thick cream
natural yoghurt dressing with Yorkshire pudding and a rich red
wine gravy £11.95 per person for 2
Chef’s Pâté
Chicken liver pâté, served with toasted Salmon Wellington courses
baguette and a sweet black cherry Delice of Scottish salmon and wilted
compote spinach wrapped in a light puff pastry
complemented with a lemon butter Why not round off
Breaded Brie
Creamy French Brie wedges coated in
sauce your meal with…
bread crumbs, with a port and cranberry Pork Fillet Tea/Coffee and Mince Pies
sauce Port loin fillet stuffed with caramelized
at £1.95 per person
apple and black pudding, finished with a
creamy dijonnaise sauce
Vegetable and Goat’s
Cheese Nut Roast
Root vegetable and creamy goat’s cheese
nut roast, with tomato and basil sauce
All main courses served with seasonal
vegetables and roast potatoes
BOOK NOW AND AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT!

TEL: 01454 412521 Email: anneshipinn@hotmail.co.uk
The Ship Inn, Thornbury Road, Alveston, Bristol BS35 3LL
Party Night Offer: 10% off when mentioning Whatsonbristol
Valid until 31st October 2010
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Letters Having recently celebrated a significant birthday I
was in seventh heaven when my husband announced
to the Editor
that he’d booked a table à deux and although the
great man himself wasn’t in attendance the food
coupled with the surroundings was out of this world!
Although we’re blessed with an abundance of fine
Dear What’s On Bristol eateries in the west, this latest addition is a real
I’m writing to complain about the absolute disgrace jewel in the crown and I cannot urge people enough
that we call ‘The Waterfront’ in Bristol city centre. to try it for themselves. Well done to all concerned
Every weekend we wake up to the news that yet and we’ve already re-booked for next month. A fine
another person has been physically attacked and achievement.
often in such a violent manner it’s only a matter of Wendy Peters, Glebe Cottage, Portishead.
time before someone loses their life. I can’t impress
how strongly I feel having experienced first hand
aggressive behaviour when I’ve been trying to enjoy LETTER OF THE MONTH REPLY
a night out in the city centre. The Police/Council/ Dear Wendy,
Government have got to get stuck in and sort it – It sounds to us like you’re a bit of an avid reader of
CCTV is simply not enough. What’s On Bristol as we’ve been ‘slowly leaking’
the Marco story over the last four months or so with
Rachael Mills, Cotham, Bristol.
teasers on every issue. We’re so pleased you enjoyed
yourself and we’re a little bit envious as we still
Dear Team haven’t had the opportunity to sample the fine food
What a neat little magazine! My husband and I have on offer, but we’re confident we won’t have to wait
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

been coming to Europe and the United Kingdom for too long. Because as you say, it was a ‘significant’
more than 20 years now and although we’re familiar birthday and by way of compensation for not having
with certain parts of Great Britain we hadn’t visited met the great man, we’d like to present you with these
the city of Bristol before. We recently returned from vouchers and hope you’re able to have a little treat
a three-week tour, which took in previously unseen on us.
locations such as Stonehenge, Glastonbury, Wookey Wendy wins £50.00 of John Lewis vouchers.
Hole Caves and your very own International Balloon
Fiesta. I was charmed by your beautiful countryside Dear Editor,
and completely bowled over by the kindness of your I would like to draw attention to an article about
people. Everywhere we went we were greeted with the charity Rethink you published in last month’s
a friendly smile although I gotta say we found the magazine. Living with someone who has been
accent a little puzzling at times. Thank you West plagued with mental health illness for the last
Country for a great show of hospitality. We hope to ten years, I know first hand how distressing and
return again soon. debilitating it can be, but I’m also painfully aware that
Merle and George Greenberg, Chicago, Illinois. it’s the sort of illness that too frequently gets swept
under the carpet. When are we going to wake up and
Dear What’s On Bristol, realize that there are so many people with varying
When is your next competition for the ‘Face Of What’s degrees of mental health issues struggling and the
On’? I will be 16 next February and would like to enter phrase that often springs to mind is, “there but for the
it. My cousin entered this year and we got invited to grace of God go I”. With World Mental Health Day
the finals. It was such a great evening and I really just a few weeks away, can we stop to think about an
want to do it next year if I can. illness that doesn’t attract a lot of supportive publicity
but deserves our attention nonetheless.
Lianne Riley, Kingswood, Bristol.
Lara-Jayne Penny, Bream Close, Avonmouth.
Dear What’s On Bristol,
Congratulations to all concerned at ‘What’s On
Bristol’ for first breaking the news about the opening If you’ve got something on your mind why not tell us by
of the Marco Pierre White restaurant at Cadbury emailing us at: editor@whatsongroup.net
House in Congesbury. Being a lady of a certain age, or write to:
I don’t suppose I should confess to having a bit of a
The Editor, 62 North Street, Bedminster,
teenage crush on the culinary maestro but in reality
let me just say that he’s a bit of a bobby-dazzler! Bristol, BS3 1HJ.
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Your perfect Christmas or dining destination in
Chew Valley’s best kept secret – the Crown Inn
CHRISTMAS PARTY MENU

LUNCH & EVENING
FROM 1ST DEC/24 DEC
3 COURSES only £19.95
CHRISTMAS SKITTLES PARTY

& LUXURY BUFFET £12.50 per head
OPEN CHRISTMAS DAY
FOR DRINKS ONLY 12 - 3PM
CHRISTMAS PARTIES
AUTUMN SPECIALS – OCT & NOV

Order food to the value of £50 or more and receive a
complimentary bottle of house wine*
*Terms and Conditions apply
Traditional Sunday lunch only £8.75
FUNCTION ROOM AND RESTAURANT AVAILABLE

FOR PRIVATE CHRISTMAS PARTIES
ENJOY YOUR
BEST EVER
CHRISTMAS
PARTY
THE CROWN@REGIL
The Crown @ Regil, Crown Hill, Winford Bristol, BS40 8AY
Tel: 01275 472388 for reservations • www.thecrownatregil.co.uk
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The Portcullis Hotel roast gammon and my husband
the topside of beef (so he
could indulge in two Yorkshire
W
e had been out visiting just £12 for two (less than the price
puddings), topped off with
of a Sunday morning and of a couple of sandwiches and a bag
probably far too many glorious
on the way home decided of crisps) you can stuff yourself with
roast potatoes and a fair amount
to stop off in Chipping Sodbury for toast topside of beef, leg of lamb
of green vegetables just to make
a lunchtime drink on the way home. and roast gammon, served with a
it healthy.
The Portcullis hotel has undergone selection of fresh vegetables and
a refurbishment and seemed to be potatoes.
There are starters and desserts
thronging with people so we popped in
available that are not included
to see what was going on. The interior We decided to go into the carvery
in the £12.00, but if you are on
has been completely modernised with just to look you understand, and
a budget the carvery alone is a
a long sleek wooden bar, and lounges after that it was never in any
great value and perfectly filling
off the main bar, each with Sky TV doubt that we were going to eat
Sunday lunch for the whole family.
showing various sports – if you are a lunch. Behind the counter, briskly
football fan, this is the place for you! sharpening a carving knife in a
Wayne Rooney was in evidence so manner worthy of Gordon Ramsey,
even we as the great untutored in a charming rosy cheeked waitress
these matters knew this must be an talked us through the meats
important match, or maybe it was a on display which looked lovely,
replay but he was certainly there. especially the roast gammon
glistening with diamond cut crackling
We elbowed our way to the front of and calling out to be eaten.
the bar to get the beers in and found The Portcullis Hotel
GOOD FOOD PUBS

that it was not the celebrated Mr all the meats are locally sourced 11 Horse Street . Chipping Sodbury,
Rooney’s charms that was packing and all three joints looked Bristol BS37 6DA
them in, but the new carvery. For appetisingly succulent.I had the Tel / Fax: 01454 501651
Situated at the heart of the picturesque town

of Chipping Sodbury and has been extensively
refurbished – A warm welcome awaits
• Good home cooked food - locally sourced produce
• Function Room For Hire
th Oct
• Sky TV Sunday 24 ibute Act
cu ry Tr
• Disabled Access Freddie Mer
ts £ 5 .00
• New refurbished en-suite hotel rooms Tic ke
• Wednesday Carvery 2 for £10 12pm - 8pm
• Sunday Carvery 2 for £12 12pm - 6pm
• Restaurant closed Monday and Tuesdays
Now Taking Christmas Party Bookings

11 Horse Street . Chipping Sodbury . Bristol BS37 6DA
Tel / Fax: 01454 501651
– www.portcullishotel.co.uk –
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te Ch ristm as at the Wald
le b ra egrav
Ce Waldy Christmas Menu e
Starters
Ciabatta topped with smoked chicken, avocado and olives glazed with goat’s cheese
with a drizzling of balsamic syrup and pesto.
Venison, pheasant and rabbit terrine studded with berries, bacon, green peppercorns
and pistachios with home made chutney
Crispy parcels of brie, cranberry wrapped in filo pastry served with whiskey soaked
pears placed on a orange and redcurrant port sauce
Trio of salmon. Flakes of salmon slices of smoked salmon and gravelax placed on a
melon and pomegranate cucumber salad with a lemon dressing
Main courses
Rib eye of beef with caramelised red onion in a wild mushroom sauce
Pan fried sea bass with kafier lime leaves and lemon grass risotto placed on a ginger spring
onion butter sauce
GOOD FOOD PUBS
Roasted mushroom, pepper, red onion chilli and spinach bubble and squeak with a sun
blushed tomato salad
Roast turkey, stuffed with chestnut, apricot, fresh sage wrapped in smoked bacon served
with a red wine and cranberry sauce with pigs in blankets.
Roast breast of pheasant filled with roasted peppers, courgette and aubergine wrapped in
Parma ham placed on a bed of creamy parsnip mash.
Sweets
Christmas pudding with brandy cream
Sticky toffee pudding clotted cream vanilla ice cream
Chocolate and hazelnut mousse cake with fresh figs and Chantilly cream
Apple and pear tart ta tin with butterscotch sauce and vanilla ice cream
Cheddar and stilton with red grapes and homemade chutney
One course £14.50 Two course £18.00 Three course £21.95
There is also a specials board
We all wish you a merry Christmas and a very happy New Year.
Remember a glass of port would be nice with your cheese
Or try our lovely pudding wine.
Church Lane . East Harptree . Bristol . Somerset BS40 6BD . Tel 01761 221429
For Reservations book at waldegrave@btconnect.com
www.thewaldegravearms.co.uk
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Seamus O'Donnells THE
Irish Bar LANGFORD
Best Guinness INN
in Town BOOK NOW for CHRISTMAS DAY &
Great Ales NEW YEAR’S EVE
Christmas Lunch £13.95
and not forgetting Children under 11 years £7.00
the Poteen! Christmas Parties £19.95
WHATS ON Children under 11 years £10.00
Thursday 7th Oct
Tony Haven
Christmas Day £53.00
Children under 11 years £25.00
Thursday 14th Oct
Gaz Brookfield Parties from 27th November
Thursday 28th Oct Post Christmas Parties throughout January 2010
The Ceili (Irish Band) Accommodation available, see online for details:
Sat 30th and Sun 31st Oct www.langfordinn.com
Halloween Party Weekend
13 St Nicholas Street
Bristol BS1 1UE
Tel 01179 251283
Mon - Thurs 12pm - 11pm
GOOD FOOD PUBS

Fri - Sat 12pm - 1am Sun 2pm - 9pm Lower Langford . North Somerset BS40 5BL
Tel: 01934 863059 . Fax: 01934 863539
www.seamusodonnellsbristol.co.uk Email: langfordinn@aol.com
Christmas Bookings Now Being Taken

Starters Main course
Prawn, crab & smoked salmon timbale Stuffed breast of Norfolk black turkey filled with ham and chestnut
with mini greens & Marie – Rose sauce stuffing, cranberry demi-glaze, roast potatoes, winter greens and
roasted root vegetables
Orange & grapefruit segments with Champagne sorbet (v)
Fresh Cornish monkfish wrapped in Parma ham, lemon,
Caesar salad with shaved parmesan cheese
garlic and parsley mashed potatoes, fresh vegetables
& ciabatta croutons (v)
Confit of duck leg, braised red cabbage, horseradish crushed potatoes
Homemade pressed ham knuckle terrine
with red onion marmalade & pickles, grilled bread Winter vegetable tart with new potatoes & braised greens (v)
Sautéed Jumbo prawns and scallops skewered with spicy chorizo
Roasted butternut squash soup with chestnuts& pancetta bacon
sausage, dressed salad and fat chips
Wild mushroom risotto with thyme & roasted parmesan (v) 10oz Rump steak, wild mushroom sauté, fat chips,
Goat cheese tart with tomato balsamic chutney (v) rocket & onion tangles
Dessert Extras
Christmas pudding with brandy butter Cheese board £4.50 per person
Ice cream sundae with chocolate brownie, chocolate sauce & Sorbet between starter & main course £2.50 per person
whipped cream
After dinner chocolates 3 per person £1.50 per person
Lemon Tart with fresh berries
Caramel crème brulee Coffee or tea £1.50 per person
Tiramisu Cappuccino, latte, hot chocolate £1.75 per person
£24.95 Reservations 01761 452228

Merry Chri#tma#
The Old Station Inn & Carriage Restaurant, Wells Road, Halltrow, Somerset BS39 6EN
Tel: 01761 452228 Email: info@theoldstationandcarriage.co.uk
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The Louisiana Restaurant 38 Th
The Louie is Restaurant 38 at Sun
renowned for it’s The Holiday Inn use
excellent cooking, in Bristol Airport lan
particular its Sunday serves a cracking his
carvery. Every dish is Sunday Carvery to w
prepared and cooked washed down this
in-house, using the with a broad Eng
best and freshest selection of beers offe
locally sourced ingredients. Every Sunday, Bristolians and wines from around the world. We also offer a with
dash to the Louie for the infamous Sunday carvery, constantly changing stylish and modern bistro evening of t
cooked up by Giovanni (Landlord) himself. Choose menu, each dish freshly prepared, with an extensive sel
from: Beef, Lamb, Pork, Broccoli, Carrots, Peas, wine list to compliment your selection. Vegetarian crib
Gravy, Cheesy Cauliflower, Crackling, £9.00 (desserts options are available. gre
for £2.50) Holiday Inn Bristol Airport gar
The Louisiana Bristol A38 Bridgwater Road, Redhill, Bristol BS40 5RB Jaz
Wapping Road, Bathurst Terrace, Bristol BS1 6UA Tel: 01934 861123 261
Tel: 01179 265 978 http://thelouisiana.net www.hibristolairport.co.uk Tel:
The Portcullis Hotel Airport Carvery Th

The Portcullis Hotel Open 12 noon - 4pm. Carvery Sunday lunch in style to This
SUNDAY BEST
has been extensively eat in or takeaway. Large lunch only £4.95, regular only of th
refurbished throughout £3.50. Choice of 3 meats and fresh vegetables, also freshly inn
2010 and is situated filled baked baguettes. Very close to Bristol Airport. Ideal Sun
in the 12th century stop whether flying to your holiday destination or save you fires
Cotswold market town of Chipping Sodbury. cooking come and meet our friendly team and enjoy our
Sunday Carvery 2 for £12 12pm - 6pm Sunday Carvery
Colliters Brook Layby A38, Winford, Bristol
** Our carvery offers a choice of 3 meats a Tel: 01275 392725
vegetarian option and locally sourced fresh
vegetables.
Tea and a selection of coffees available throughout
the day with free Wifi connection.
We also have baby change facilities. Chu
The Portcullis Hotel, 11 Horse Street, Chipping Sodbury Som
Bristol BS37 6DA Tel: 01454 501651 Tel:
www.portcullishotel.co.uk ww
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The Bear Inn The Crown at Regil
at Sunday Roast as we Nestling in the heart of the
n used to know it. The Chew Valley, the Crown
landlord John and Inn – a family run traditional
ng his team look forward country pub warmly invites
y to welcoming you to you to enjoy a superb
this lovely traditional Sunday lunch in an historical
English pub that inn full of nostalgia and memorabilia. Scrumptious choice
ers offers excellent pub food and a great Sunday roast of at least two roast meats (roast beef is always one of
with all the trimmings, delicious gravy with lots the options) with giant homemade Yorkshire puddings,
ning of the famous bear roasters to enjoy, plus a wide succulent crispy roast potatoes, seasonal vegetable medley
e selection of drinks including a 5 real ales, darts and all complimented with rich red wine or Stilton gravy. We
cribbage. You will find Sky TV for sports events, a offer a truly beautiful setting for parties, special occasions
great function room for all occasions and a beer or family get together whilst enjoying a traditional Sunday
garden. The Bear Inn is well known as a Be-Bop lunch with all the trimmings in front of a spectacular log fire!
Jazz venue. Autumn Special: Oct - Nov: Traditional Sunday lunch £8.75
261 Hotwells Road, Bristol BS8 4SF The Crown at Regil, Crown Hill, Winford, Bristol BS40 8AY
Tel: 0117 987 7796 Tel: 01275 472388 www.thecrowninn@regil.co.uk
The Waldegrave Arms The Blue Bowl

This award winning Country Pub is situated in the heart Situated in the heart of the Chew Valley, with
SUNDAY BEST
of the picturesque Chew Valley, a traditional 17th century picturesque views over the surrounding Mendip
hly inn which offers a fantastic home cooked Traditional Hills, the Blue Bowl Inn is the perfect place to enjoy
Sunday Lunch enjoyed in cosy dining room with real log the popular roast beef, port or lamb, expect all the
u fires! Sunday lunch uses only the freshest produce which trimmings including mouth watering roast potatoes
is deliver daily, with seasonal vegetables and delicious gravy and
a great range of the dessert menu is
beers and wines, all endless. Tracy and
served with friendly, team offer a very
personal service. The warm welcome and
Waldegrave Arms look forward to seeing
was voted bet Pub of you.
the Year 2009 - 2010. Bookings are
advisable for Sundays.
Church Lane, East Harptree, Bristol,
Somerset BS40 6BD Bristol Road, West Harptree, Bristol BS40 6HJ
Tel: 01761 221429 Tel: 01761 221269
www.thewaldegravearms.co.uk www.thebluebowl.co.uk
The Sunday Roast is at the very heart of British food and cooking. It is the time
for families or friends to get together and share good food. A traditional British
Sunday lunch is a roast meat with roast beef top of the list - pork, lamb or
chicken are also popular - Yorkshire Puddings, gravy, vegetables and a pudding
in the cold months and a dessert in the summer.
For more great eateries why not visit one of our Whatson websites:
www.whatsonbristol.co.uk www.whatsonbath.co.uk www.whatsonwestonsupermare.co.uk
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In Celebration of Chicken
With the nights now drawing in and the barbeque packed away for at least another seven
months we thought you might be in need of some comfort food. This month the What’s On taste
testers have devised two chicken recipes that effortlessly combine richness with affordability.
With more of us having to watch the pennies, we urge you to try both of these recipes and
transform an every day chicken into a real crowd pleaser.
CREAMY CIDER CHICKEN (Serves 4)
2 tablespoons of Olive oil
8 chicken portions (I prefer boneless thighs)
Salt & freshly ground pepper
1 medium onion
1 eating apple cored and cut into wedges
1 tablespoon of plain flour
225ml (8fl oz) of dry cider
150ml (1/4 pt) of chicken stock
A few sprigs of fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
2-3 tablespoons of double cream
(1) In a casserole dish heat one tablespoon of the oil. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and cook through until browned on
all sides. Remove from the pan with a slotted spoon and set aside on a plate.
(2) Drain off the excess fat from the pan, then add the remaining oil and fry the onion until softened. Add the apple and cook for
RECIPE
a further 1-2 minutes. Stir in the flour and cook for a minute. Add the cider and bring to the boil for 1-2 minutes. Add the stock,
thyme, bay leaf and chicken.
(3) Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. Stir in the
double cream and season with freshly ground black pepper. Serve on a bed of mashed potato or buttered noodles.
ONE POT CHICKEN AND BACON STEW (Serves 8)

3 tbsp of Olive Oil
16 Chicken pieces on the bone (a mixture of thighs and legs)
140g/5oz of smoked lardoons
4 medium carrots, thickly sliced
2 onions roughly chopped
2 tbsp plain flour
1 tbsp tomato puree
75ml/21/2 fl oz of cider vinegar
1-litre/13/4 pints of chicken stock
2 bay leaves
4 tbsp of double cream or crème fraiche
600gr/1lb 5oz of new potatoes
12 large white mushrooms quartered
Selection of chopped herbs such as parsley, thyme, tarragon or chives.
(1) Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Heat the oil in a large flameproof casserole with a lid. Fry the chicken pieces in batches
for about 5 minutes on each side or until browned, then transfer to a plate. Sizzle the lardoons in the casserole for a few mins
until crisp and add the carrots and onions. Cook for about 5 minutes and stir in the flour and tomato puree cooking for a further
minute. Finally, splash in the cider vinegar and stir well.
(2) Pour in the stock and bring to a nice gentle simmer. Add the cream, bay leaves and seasoning. Slide in the chicken pieces and
scatter over the potatoes ensuring that everything is fully coated in the sauce. Put the lid on and place in the oven. After 40
mins, remove from the oven and stir in the mushrooms. Cover again and cook for a further 10 minutes or until the chicken is
cooked through and tender. If eating straight away, cool for 10 minutes and garnish with the fresh herbs.
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29th September to
19th October 2010
Elmwood, our
delicious higher
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d on
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The Co-operative Maris Piper Potatoes 1.5kg Equivalent to: 66.7p per kg. The Co-operative Carrot, Cauliflower & Broccoli Mix 500g Equivalent to: £2 per kg.
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its third exclusive showroom
I
f we’re to believe the approach coupled with a bespoke
economists, the recession solution for everyone.
looms large and is far from
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local firm seems determined to third showroom Kustom floors
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showroom in Bedminster, Bristol. Lord Mayor was in attendance as
well as a couple of local celebrities
Kustom floors is a family concern free refreshments were served
and experts in the supply and throughout the day, with balloons
installation of a wide range of and other fine goodies. Special
domestic and commercial flooring offers and discounts were
serving customers throughout the available to everyone along with
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whether you are renovating a UK.)
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NEW SHOWROOM NOW OPEN
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Come and meet our Friendly Team
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Tel: 0117 97 111 66 Tel: 0117 96 55 551
www.kustomfloors.com
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CROSSWORD
SUDOKU
Sudoku doesn’t require any special math
skills or calculations. It is a simple and fun
game of logic – all that’s needed is brains
Across Down and concentration.
1 “Give that ____ cigar!”; 1 Public walk;
5 Paving material; 2 Et ___; There is really one rule to Sudoku: Fill in the
GAMES PAGE
8 Cracked; 3 Deprived of sensation; game board so that the numbers 1 through

12 Grad; 4 Current unit; occur exactly once in each row, column and
13 Law of Moses; 5 Member of the Conservative Party;
15 Big bash; 6 Bedouin; 3x3 box
16 Lame movement; 7 Appraise, charge per unit;
17 Muse of lyric poetry; 8 “…and seven years _____”; It’s fun, Its challenging, It’s addictive!
18 Comply; 9 Brazilian evergreen tree; Solving time is typically from 20 to 45
19 50-cent picture; 10 Some are pale; minutes depending on your skill and
22 CIA forerunner; 11 Beams;
23 VCR button; 13 Slightly crazy;
experience.
24 Spoils; 14 Christmas foliage;
26 Plump; 20 Breather; The solutions to these puzzles will
29 Pertaining to the
number 2;
21 Burden;
25 Keats creations;
appear on:
31 Miss Piggy’s query; 26 Armed strongholds; www.whatsonbristol.co.uk
32 Fluff, as bangs; 27 Restrictive;
34 Coffee choice; 28 Tall tales;
36 Upper limbs, weapons; 29 Profundity; READER OFFER
38 Falls; 30 Christmas song;
40 Delhi wrap; 31 Barker and Bell;
41 Episode; 33 Former coin of France;
43 Bonkers; 35 Fish appendage;
45 ___ vivant; 37 Break, card game;
46 Begins; 39 Pompous;
48 Wintry;
50 Impersonator;
42 Very, in Versailles;
44 365 days;
£5 off any service
51 Philosopher ___-tzu; 47 Rendezvous; (new customers only)
52 Are we there ___?;
54 Exhibiting symmetry;
49 Half;
52 Quick sharp bark; with this voucher
61 “The ___ Dead”, classic
horror movie;
53 At any time;
55 Bog; on any service over
63 Sift;
64 Dresden’s river;
65 First name in jeans;
56 Chow ___;
55 Peter Fonda title role;
57 Nights before;
£25.00
66 Reliable;
67 Big brass;
58 Hint;
59 “Dancing Queen” group; Tel: 0117 902 0279
68 Get ready; 60 Incline; 110 West Street, Bedminster, Bristol BS3 3LR
69 Nav. officer; 62 Back talk;
70 Bring forth young;
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CITY CENTRE GREAT
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open daily 10am to 5pm
Call 0845 676 0127 or

visit lindenhomes.co.uk
*On selected homes only, subject to scheme rules. Price correct at time of going to press.
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Bathroom Expert: up the installation, and away we go -
you’ve had a hassle-free, enjoyable
Adam Evans, Bathroom Village experience!
What if I’ve only got a very limited

Is your bathroom a dank, dingy mess? Let Adam Evans,
budget?
Managing Director of Bathroom Village, clean up your act. Go for the shiny stuff! Replace your
Tell us about Bathroom Village A bathroom revamp feels tired accessories such as mirrors
We make bathroom dreams come overwhelming. Where do I start? and taps for shiny new ones, and
true, offering a fantastic range of Revamping a bathroom should be replace the toilet seat. Clean the
bathroom products selected from simple and fun; we make sure our grouting with a grouting pen, or
the very best brands and ranges customers enjoy the experience at re-grout and seal where necessary.
available today. Everything is every step of the way. A visit to one Replacing the old, worn towels with
displayed in our three showrooms of our showrooms or the website a fresh selection in white - white
throughout the South West and will fill you full of inspirational ideas; always makes a bathroom feel
supported by our website (our when you’ve established what you brighter, lighter and cleaner.
showroom prices are exactly the want, our designers will work out
same online). We pride ourselves on what will fit in your bathroom (we What’s fashionable in the world of
the levels of expertise, knowledge can either visit your property and bathrooms right now?
and experience offered by staff who measure up for you, or you can Digital controls are the way forward!
do everything from offering advice supply your own measurement).
on accessories to planning and After the team have assessed Bathroom Village
designing a whole new bathroom available space and water pressure, Unit 4, South Bristol Trade Park,
Winterstoke Road, Bristol, BS3 2LD
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
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Tel: 0844 7745555;
and installation; we really are products that you like. Once the
web: www.bathroomvillage.com
passionate about providing quality products have been chosen, a (also has showrooms in Exeter and
that meets our customer’s needs. member of our fitting team will price Taunton)
Designer Kitchens
Harptree Hill, West Harptree, Bristol, BS40 6EH
Tel: 01761 220033 Email: info@valentinouk.com
www.valentinokitchens.com
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
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• The South West’s leading provider of building maintenance and integrated
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• Independent business specialising in reactive maintenance in all shopping
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• We currently carry out reactive maintenance at Cabot Circus, Carluccios,
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• Competitive rates
• New clients welcomed
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
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Never compromise on standards
Respect and consider the current
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Provide impartial advice to our customers
24 hour call out facility
Our aim is to provide a comprehensive service to the highest standards to the
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OUR COMPANY IS BASED ON THE SOUTHERN EDGE OF THE CITY OF
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Why not let our dedicated team give your company a no obligation quotation
call Tony or Paul today on:
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Book 1.indb 88 30/09/2010 12:08

Diary of the Month › Soultrain
Every Bank Holiday in Bristol is a Soultrain. August Bank Holiday, Soultrain filled the venue at Panache Nightclub,
Bristol. Check out Soultrain’s website for all their events. If you haven’t already got your ticket for News Years Eve at
NIGHTLIFE
Ashton Court Mansion in Bristol with Soultrain, you need to do so as the event is guaranteed to be a sell out.
Niko’s LouNge
aNd shisa Bar
in the heart of the City
Join us for a fun, relaxing evening, with chilled music,

soft & alcoholic drinks, Persian tea & coffee and a
bubbling shisha that you can enjoy
in our shisha garden
Xmas parties now being taken

great venue for a great night
n open everyday 6pm – 2pm

Fri & sat night open till 3.30am sun till 12am
Niko’s… at 72 Park st. Bs1 5JX Bristol
(entrance from Park st. avenue)
Tel: 0117 929 1166 Mob: 07792917397
www.nikoslounge.com
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Walkabout and Rewind
Would cordially like to invite you and your colleagues to our
“Christmas Showcase”
on the 22nd October starting @ 5pm
Our “Christmas Showcase” event is the perfect opportunity to sample
our menu, see prospective VIP seating areas and make instant bookings
there and then.
Walkabout and Rewind offer the perfect Christmas party atmosphere for
large and small groups, so why not come down for a visit and see what
we can do for you!
Please R.S.V.P to emailing us @ wbi.bristol@intertainuk.com
or by calling 07500059357.
Please leave name, contact number and how many people you would
like to invite and we will confirm you booking.
FREE BUCKS FIZZ RECEPTION FROM 5PM TO 6PM

NIGHTLIFE
BOOK NOW HOW DO YOU WANT IT THIS

It’s never too early to start planning your
Christmas party and booking is easy! CHRISTMAS?
Visit www.mypartysorted.com, fill in your IT’S YOUR PARTY…
details and let us contact you to discuss your HAVE IT YOUR WAY!
requirements or Call us on 08444 993 733 Whatever you want and whatever your budget,
or Text MYPARTY to 80010 we’ve got you covered!
You can also book direct with your local venue. Visit www.walkabout.eu.com/christmas
Please ask at the bar for details. or ask at the bar for details
DRINKS OFFER TO SUIT YOU!

We’ve got it all at Walkabout. Delicious cocktailss, super-chilled pints, ice cold Aussie beers, a
wide selection of wines and spirits from Down Under and across the world…
and let’s not forget the faithful Jagerbull
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MOTORING
BEST
PRICE
PAID
MANOR SCRAP
BUYERS OF SCRAP METAL
59 - 61 Feeder Rd. St. PhillipS Bristol. BS2 0SH
Mon - Fri 8am 5pm / Sat 8.30am - 12noon
0117 9000 829
23 - 26 Jubilee St. St. Phillips Bristol BS2 0LQ
Mon - Fri 8am 5pm / Sat 8.30am - 12noon
Sun 10.30am - 12noon
0117 9000 835
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A Drive on the Wild Side
I
’m recently returned from the jukebox. yup, they like a
from another foray in to the larf, our German cousins.
Benelux countries, including Surprisingly, they’ve not embraced
a five-day sojourn in Germany. the culture of the crew-cab pickup
I shall entertain/bore you with truck with the kind of zeal seen
anecdotes and observations in over here.
MOTORING
the coming weeks. It’s been, erm,

epic. Back in march 2006 I went
on another adventure in the
For now, however, a few mountains of southern turkey,
pronouncements on Germany… where a gang of us drove the then
Autobahn traffic in de-restricted all-new mitsubishi l200 range of
zones seems to have slowed down, pickup trucks.
in line with the rising cost of fuel, I
imagine. German lorry drivers sport It was one of the most astonishing
comedy facial topiary and appear and challenging drives of my life
hell-bent on crushing vulnerable as these supremely robust and
english motorists and their valuable capable 4Wd machines climbed
passengers with their 18-wheelers. mountains and waded swollen
I hate them. In the provinces of torrents that literally washed that may not sound a lot but we
nordrhein Westfalen the mullet is bridges away before our very chaps know the real meaning of
still regarded as the very pinnacle eyes. the l200, in all its guises, such measurements.
of style. that, or the ponytail, became an automotive hero of
compete with IQ-reducing baseball mine. tough as old boots, well- the range-topping Barbarian
cap. no man over 25 should wear equipped, handsome and able to comes fully loaded with luxury
such an item, as William Hague see off its rivals. no surprise then items and at under £23K seems
frequently reminds us. that it’s the uK’s best-seller. astonishing value.
A challenging conversation I spent the week before my As I rumbled hither and yon,
I had in the hotel bar of “holiday” driving the new upgraded looking only mildly intimidating,
Vornehinternsdorf considered l200, called the Barbarian. the fresh black silky hairs sprouted
not so much england’s woeful four cylinder 2.5 litre diesel lump from my chest. By the week’s end
performance in the World cup, has been refined, rendering it my torso was triangular and my
but our equally dire scores in the cleaner and meaner. this is a six-pack rippled.
eurovision Song contest, whilst big old hector, with the load-bed
1970s top Bony m tunes blasted stretched by a full seven inches. Prices start at £13,249.
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Wrong Fuel Southwest
24 HOUR EMERGENCY ROADSIDE FUEL REMOVAL
WE HAVE ALL DONE IT… If you have put the wrong fuel
in your car or van, don’t panic… call us immediately. We
cover all the West Country and will bring our specialist van
with fuel removal equipment, will drain your tank and put
the correct fuel back in and have you back on the road safe
within approx 45 minutes.
YOU ARE NOT ALONE… It is estimated that at least 150,000
drivers put the wrong fuel in their car every year
1 every 3½ minutes!
CALL WRONG FUEL SOUTHWEST NOW ON
MOTORING
0845 430 0000 and we will send a qualified
engineer 24 hour fast response to drain the fuel
from your vehicle
Unit 15, Bakers Park, Cater Road,

Bishopsworth, Bristol BS13 7TT
Tel: 0845 430 0000 Email: sales@wrongfuelsouthwest.co.uk
www.wrongfuelsouthwest.co.uk
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New show home marks the
launch of a fresh phase at Market Quarter
W
ith ways to save high level insulation and low voltage away from Chippenham’s thriving
money being at the top lights – combine this with recycling town centre and its range of high
of most people’s agenda pods and the water saving devices street shops, independent boutiques,
nowadays, a trip to Linden’s ‘eco- fitted as standard and this is eco welcoming pubs and restaurants.
friendly’ development in Chippenham living at its best! travel links are first rate with the
this weekend could hold the answer nearby M4 providing easy access
to great cost savings. saturday the new 4 bedroom show home to Bristol, south wales and London
11 september will see the much really encapsulates the quality of while Chippenham train station, also
anticipated launch of a new show build and spacious designs Linden within walking distance, offers direct
home at Market Quarter and will homes western prides itself on. set services to Bath in 15 minutes, Bristol
enable you to see what life could over three storeys, the ground floor temple Meads in 30 minutes and
be like living at this sought-after comprises a large kitchen, combined London Paddington in just 1 hour and
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Now then, with so much happening as usual, features this month

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2010 Cider Festival held at the British Empire

success. Well done to Chris Lilley and his dedicated

177 South Liberty Lane, Ashton Vale

KEG BEER & LAGER • ALCOPOPS

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GOOD FOOD PUBS

20 St. Nicholas Street, Bristol BS1 1UB

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Saturday 30 October Olly

Doors open 5.30pm

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Sunday 17th October 2010

£5 Prams and Pushchairs

PER PERSON Children’s Entertainment

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Flatmate wanted for

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RB I all year round!

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Woodlands Leisure Park, Blackawton, Totnes, South Devon TQ9 7DQ

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Ideal for Individuals, Parties and Corporate Events

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30 & 31st October 2010

Farm Shop & Meadows Restaurant

Puxton Park, Cowslip Lane, Hewish, WsM, N. Somerset BS24 6AH

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Terms & Conditions:

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