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November 2010 .co.uk

Fashion
Motoring
Nightlife
Events
Shopping
Attractions
Christmas Gift Ideas
Christmas Parties
Food and Drink
Health and Beauty
Home Improvements

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Welcome to
November issue
Nestle in the warm nocturnal glow as this month’s
What’s On Bristol offers you a bumper pre-Christmas
issue designed to thaw the chilliest cockles while
firmly ensuring you get into the party mood. Welcome
to a ridiculously action packed November that sees
the city gearing up towards the party season with
entertainment oozing from every corner.
With so much happening in the lead up to Christmas,
the team has been studiously researching every
aspect of the festive season to bring you the
definitive guide on where to eat, shop and play, as
well as the best venues in which to well and truly let
your hair down.
We’ve got some truly indispensable features this
month that include a fool proof party guide and top
tips on what to buy for your loved ones. Throw into
the mix all the latest news, views and gossip, its little
wonder that What’s on Bristol once again lives up Contents
to its reputation as the number one entertainment
guide in the south-west. Other highlights include tree Events .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 04
hugging suggestions on how to get the most out of
your Christmas decorations and how to avoid the big Steam Fair .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 05
chill with our mouth watering winter warmers! Chinese Whispers .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 06
With a surfeit of dazzling competitions, attractions Hand Arena .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 07
and more special offers than you could shake a Map .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 08-09
sparkler at; this month’s What’s On offers nothing
Events .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 10-16
less than the real deal. Remember friends, if you
want to know what’s on, when it’s on, why it’s on and Attractions / Fireworks / Santa .. .. .. .. .. .. . 17-31
where it’s on there will only ever be one choice, so Fashion. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 32-33
welcome to a smoking November issue of What’s On
Christmas Gift Ideas. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 34-37
Bristol – the undisputed people’s choice!
Only Connect .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 38-39
Enjoy! Hair and Beauty .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 40-47
Farm Shops .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 48-49
Published by: Whatson Group Out and About .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 50-51
Sales: Nikki Cook, Becky Baxter
Coffee Shop.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 52
Production: Mark Harris, Stephen Ellice
Fashion Editor: Theresa Caney Restaurants/Christmas Parties. .. .. .. .. .. . 53-70
Journalists: Jacquie Vowles, Zog Ziegler Recipe Page . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 71
Promotion Team: Chloe, Georga, Charlotte
Letters to the Editor .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 72
Whatson Bristol
62 North Street, Bedminster, Bristol BS3 1HJ Good Food Pubs .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 73-75
Telephone: 0117 963 2263 Christmas Tree Ideas .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 76-77
Email: production@whatsongroup.net
Web: www.whatsonbristolmagazine.co.uk Sunday Best . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 78-79
Whatsonbristol Magazine is published by the Whatson Group Ltd. All Games Page. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 80
rights reserved. Material may not be reproduced without the written
permission of the Whatson Group Ltd. The opinions expressed or Home Improvements / New Build . .. .. .. .. . 81-85
advice given in this publication are the views of the individual authors
and advertisers and do not represent the views of the Whatson Group Marco Pierre White Launch .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 86-87
Ltd. Whatson Group Ltd accept no liability for any misprints or mistakes
and not responsibility can be taken for the contents of these pages. Home Improvements / Motoring .. .. .. .. .. . 88-94

Whatsonbristol • November 2010 03


DIARY OF THE MONTH
HOOTERS

Hooters Restaurant opened its doors to the


public in October. A great night was had by
VIP, family and friends, and most importantly
the founder of Hooters and his American
friends, the American Hooters girls to help
the Bristol girls settle in and show them how
DIARY OF THE MONTH

Hooters entertain there awaiting public. A


great night was had, and since opening, lots of
customers and friends have been back. Don’t
listen to the critics – it’s a great family venue!

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Saturday 18th December 2010
8pm until 2am

Mission: Enjoy yourself


Commencement: Saturday 18th December 2010

EVENTS
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
Stratstone
07540 129838
01275 874856
or email: vicky.durant@handarena.com

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Irish Pub Entertainment in November
Home James Perfect Guinness 4th .. .. .. Kellys Heroes
11th .. .. .. . Matt Woosey
H i r e C l a s s Tr a v e l
Irish Whiskies 18th .. .. .. .. Woodchuck
Enjoy! Relax! 25th .. .. .. . Chris James
Tel: 07790343271 13 St Nicholas Street . Bristol BS1 1UE . Tel 01179 251283
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What’s on in Events
BANGLESS

November
Arts & for under 5’s. Join a member range of landscapes, still lifes
BONFIRE NIGHTS
AT BRISTOL ZOO!
Thurs 5 - Fri 6
November
The Zoo will be lit up
by special bangless
fireworks on Thursday
of the At-Bristol team as they and figurative works from a
Exhibitions lead you through a story that selection of proven gallery and Friday, November 5 and 6, adding a sparkle
will take you away from this favourite artists and an exciting to Guy Fawkes Night without the bangs that
world and introduce younger new talent. might frighten youngsters or the Zoo animals.
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adventurers to the wonders of The toddler and animal friendly events will
16 Narrow Quay,
the night sky. SPIKE ISLAND also include a bonfire on the main lawn and
Bristol BS1 4QA
133 Cumberland Road, Bristol professional fire performers on the Terrace
Tel: 0117 917 2300/1
BS1 6UX, UK Theatre.
FUN WITH SOFTWARE Bristol Zoo Gardens, Clifton
Until Sun 21 November Tel: 0117 929 2266
Bristol BS8 3HA Tel: 0117 974 7399
Fun with Software looks at WEALTH OF NATIONS
the history of software, and its ‘Wealth of Nations’ explores GRAND OPENING
relation to humour and fun. the influences that the OF THE BRUNEL
Making and using software economic and financial INSTITUTE
can be experimental, sectors have on society and Mon 29 November
humorous, and eventful. consequently, on cultural The official opening of
Alongside today’s rather dull production through a selection the new Brunel Institute
use of forms, databases, of works by international Photo: David Noton by Professor Robert
schedules and processors, artists and collectives, Winston. Housed in the Institute is an extensive
an element of fun has Until 26 November some of whom have directly collection of maritime historic memorabilia
informed and guided the Flight - 100 Years of experienced the shift from available to public view for the first time.
EVENTS

development of software from The Bristol Aeroplane socialist to liberal political and Brunel’s ss Great Britain, Great Western
its beginnings. Company financial systems. Dockyard, Bristol BS1 6TY Tel: 0117 926 0680
Bristol City and Art Gallery
THE ARCHITECTURE PAINTWORKS
CENTRE BRISTOL CITY Arnos Vale, Bristol BS4 3EH
Narrow Quay, MUSEUM AND ART
THE MIDCENTURY SHOW
Bristol BS1 4QA GALLERY
Sunday 28th of November
Tel: 0117 922 1540 Queens Road, Clifton, Bristol
Bowing to popular demand
Until 24 December 2010 BS8 1 RL. Tel: 0117 922 3571
from the West of England,
BREUER IN BRISTOL FLIGHT - 100 YEARS OF Modern Shows touch down in
A brief three year period in the THE BRISTOL AEROPLANE Bristol this November to bring CORA AND THE BLOOBIOUS BRIGHT
mid thirties put Bristol on the COMPANY outstanding furniture and Sat 27 November - Fri 24 December
Modernist map. This exhibition Until Sun 28 November 2010 collectables from the middle A young girl goes on an incredible Christmas
presents Bauhaus architect Flight is a major new of the last century. Open adventure set beneath the sea. As she swims
Marcel Breuer, one of the exhibition that will bring to life 10am - 4pm. along, she discovers strange footprints, what
pioneers of modern design, the stories of the aeroplanes,
strange creature do they belong to? Children
and Crofton Gane, Bristol engines and human ROYAL WEST OF meet Cora and the strange Bloobious Bright and
furniture manufacturer, and endeavour involved in 100 ENGLAND ACADEMY follow them on their exciting journey to finally
their intriguing collaboration. years of aviation innovation in Queen’s Road, Clifton, Bristol, enjoy a Happy Christmas Day.
the West of England, marking BS8 1PX Tel: 0117 973 5129 Clearwell Caves, Near Coleford, Royal Forest
AT-BRISTOL the centenary of the founding 158 AUTUMN EXHIBITION of Dean, Gloucestershire, GL16 8JR
Anchor Road, Harbourside, of the Bristol Aeroplane Until Sun 12 December 2010 Tel: 01594 832535
Bristol BS1 5DB Company (BAC). The RWA’s most popular
Tel: 0117 909 2000 show returns for its 158th
BONFIRE
LITTLE STARS LIME TREE GALLERY year. An exciting and ecletic DISPLAY!
PLANETARIUM SHOW 84 Hotwell Road, Bristol BS8 mix of over 500 artworks, in 5th of November
Sat 27 - Sun 28 November 4UB Tel: 0117 929 2527 a variety of media, selected Come and join
Location: Planetarium AUTUMN EXHIBITION from open submission. With Puxton Park on the
Ages: Children aged 1-4 and BRISTOL OCT 23 - NOV 19 most works for sale, this 5th of November,
their families. Get star struck The Bristol Autumn Exhibition exhibition offers the perfect with lots of
in our brand new Planetarium is, a classic and interesting chance to purchase a unique activities for all the family, food, drink, bonfire and
show Little Stars, especially mixed exhibition, with a wide piece of artwork. FIREWORKS! Doors for the event open at 6pm.

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Music is louder than everything
else, Motorhead will pull out
writing and production skills,
as well as her unique voice
Bonfire starts at 7.30pm Fire works at 8.15pm
Tickets are just £5 per person on the night
ANSON ROOMS all the stops to make sure and stage presence. £4 per person when bought before the night.
Queens Road, Clifton that their 35th Anniversary Children 3 and under are free. Tickets can be
Bristol BS8 1LN tour is not one to be missed. O2 ACADEMY purchased from reception
Enquiries: 0117 954 5810 Michael Monroe - is a Frogmore Street,
Puxton Park, Cowslip Lane, Hewish, Weston
THE DIVINE COMEDY Finnish rock musician, and Bristol BS1 5NA
Super Mare, Somerset BS24 6AH
Sat 6 November multi-instrumentalist who rose Box Office: 0844 477 2000
Tel: 01934 523500
Perhaps best known for the to fame as the vocalist for DEVILDRIVER +
1999 classic National Express the glam punk band Hanoi 36 CRAZYFISTS
and penning the Father Ted Rocks, and has served as Fri 12 November
theme tune, later incorporated the frontman for all-star side Originally called Deathride,
into the track Songs of Love, projects, such as Demolition the band changed their name
Neil Hannon continued to 23. and Jerusalem Slim. to DevilDriver. While their
write and perform under the self-titled debut album didn’t
band’s moniker even when THE CROFT catch fire, 2005’s The Fury
the other members left and 117-119 Stokes Croft Of Our Maker’s Hand gave
Stokes Croft, Bristol BS1 3RW
it is his driving force which them critical and commercial ENCOUNTERS SHORT FILM FESTIVAL
has led to the upbeat, tuneful Box Office: 0117 987 4144 recognition. 36 Crazyfists Tues 16 - Sun 21 November
melodies which make the BIG PINK CAKE INDIEPOP are a four-piece metal band Britain’s biggest competitive international short
group continue to stand out. WEEKENDER originating from Kenai, Alaska. film festival celebrates its 15th birthday this
Sat 6th - Sun 7th November The band’s name comes from autumn and returns to Watershed with another
THE BIERKELLER With The School + The Give a Jackie Chan movie, Jackie glorious panoramic roundup of the best of the
All Saints Street, Bristol It Ups + Standard Fare + The Chan And The 36 Crazy Fists. world’s cinematic shorts. Watershed
BS1 2NA Fauns + The Blanche Hudson Watershed, 1 Canon’s Road, Harbourside,
Box Office: 0117 926 8514 Weekend + The Electric Pop
ST GEORGE’S Bristol BS1 5TX Tel: 0117 927 5100.
HAZEL O’CONNOR Group + Doggy + Davey
Woodward + Lonely Tourist BRISTOL WOODLANDS
Wed 24 November Great George Street,
British-born singer, + The Mai 68’s + The Kick PIRATES REVENGE
Brandon Hill, Clifton
songwriter, and actress Hazel Inside + The Garlands + Hong FIREWORKS
EVENTS

Kong In The 60s + Peru + Bristol BS1 5RR


O’Connor has stayed active Box Office: 0845 4024001
FESTIVAL
and productive since her Farthing Wood + The Sunny Sat 6 November
Street + Simon Bish + Jonny JOHN WILLIAMS
breakthrough role as Kate Massive themed Bonfire
Collins + A Fine Day For Fri 12 November
in the 1980 film Breaking lit at 6.30pm.
Sailing + Jam On Bread. The foremost classical guitarist
Glass. The soundtrack album Probably Devon’s
of our time, John Williams is
for Breaking Glass, which largest Firework Display at 7.15
THE FLEECE an astounding, yet unshowy,
O’Connor wrote, was a huge • Best Fancy Dress Pirates Competition
12 St Thomas Street virtuoso who brings out
U.K. hit and has spawned • March of the Pirates to light the Bonfire
Bristol, BS1 6JJ musical phrases as naturally
several singles. • Make a Guy at Home Competition
Tel: 0117 945 0996 as he breathes: his technically
• BBQ, Sideshows, Live Jazz Band
HELLS BELLS flawless, emotionally charged,
• Ben the Master Juggler
Sat 13 November seemingly effortless playing
• Spangles the Clown
Hells Bells are one of wows audiences worldwide.
Woodlands Leisure Park, Blackawton, Totnes,
Britain’s leading AC/DC tribute South Devon TQ9 7DQ. Tel: 01803 712598.
bands, playing sell-out shows THEKLA
all over the UK and Europe. The Grove, East Mud Dock
WINTER
Known for their high-energy Bristol BS1 4RB. WONDERLAND AT
performances and relentless Box Office: 08713 100 000 THE MALL CRIBBS
Fri 19 November CAUSEWAY
Motorhead
touring, they are an act not 3 DAFT MONKEYS
to be missed by fans of the Sat 13 November Opens Thurs 11
Colston Hall November
original Australian rockers. World influenced acoustic
COLSTON HALL music, with a hint of the The Mall at Cribbs Causeway’s Winter
Colston Street THE LOUISIANA bizarre! From Cornwall, 3 Daft Wonderland, the largest Christmas attraction
Bristol BS1 5AR Wapping Road, Monkeys combine rousing in Bristol, will open for its seventh season on
Box Office: 0117 922 3686 Bathurst Terrace, vocals, frenetic fiddling, Thursday 11th November. Featuring the region’s
MOTORHEAD + Bristol BS1 6UA rhythmical 12-string guitar, biggest outdoor ice rink Santa’s Castle and
MICHAEL MONROE Box Office: 0117 966 3615 dancing bass and foot drum. traditional market stalls, the Winter Wonderland
Fri 19 November SARAH BLASKO Their most recent album, will be officially opened by Father Christmas,
Having spent the last three Fri 26 November Social Vertigo, has been helped by Hart Breakfast’s Bush, Troy and
and a half decades proving An original and largely self- acclaimed by critics and fans Paulina.
that as far as they are reliant musical artist, Sarah alike and tracks are now being The Mall at Cribbs Causeway,
concerned, everything really Blasko is known for her played on BBC Radio 2. Bristol BS34 5DG. Tel: 0117 903 0303.

12 Whatsonbristol • November 2010


All your seasonal
shopping needs
under one roof...
Clifton Down
Shopping Centre
Whiteladies Road, Bristol BS8 2NN
www.cliftondownsc.com

EVENTS
Sainsbury’s, Boots,WH Smith,Timpsons,
Starbucks, Panasonic Store, ExploreLearning,
Card Bar/Thortons, Lloyds Flowers,
Bristol Residential Letting Co, Orange,
O2, Specsavers, Clifton Colour,
First Choice Travel, Holland & Barrett
OPENING HOURS:
Monday - Saturday: 7am -10pm
Sunday: 9.30am - 5pm

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7am to 10.30pm
350 spaces
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Call 0117 973 2348

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Theatre Connie Fisher returns as
Maria in the world’s best-loved
The UK’s longest
running and most popular
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCHON
Thurs 11 November
musical, The Sound of Music. sports quiz embarks on its first
ALMA TAVERN & Christmas lights in Bristol will be bigger and
Starring alongside Connie are ever live stage tour to celebrate
THEATRE brighter than ever before. From 11 November
two of the UK’s favourite stage a staggering 40 years on air.
18-20 Alma Vale Road lights will sparkle in Bristol City Centre.
performers; Michael Praed as Fans of the show will be able
Clifton, Bristol BS8 2HY Bristol City Centre
Captain von Trapp and Marilyn to see their favourite rounds
Tel: 0117 973 5171 GERMAN CHRISTMAS MARKET
Hill Smith as Mother Abbess. up close and personal for the
Theatre West presents Thurs 11 November - Thurs 23 December
This lavish and critically first time ever. Presenter Sue
VENUS AT BROADMOOR acclaimed production tells the Barker will be keeping order for Experience traditional wood market stalls with
by Steve Hennessy uplifting true story of the Von German traders offering authentic arts, crafts
each show on the tour along
Tues 2 - Weds 3 Nov Trapp family’s flight across the and delicious festsive German refreshments.
with resident team captains
1870. A string of random mountains and works its magic Bristol City Centre
Matt Dawson and Phil Tufnell,
poisonings around Brighton once again, for young and who will be joined by two stars
result in the admission of old alike. from the world of sport.
Christiana Edmunds to
Broadmoor Criminal Lunatic
TOBACCO FACTORY
Asylum. Based on the true
Raleigh Road, Southville
story of Broadmoor’s most
Bristol BS3 1TF
notorious female patient,
Until Sat 4 December Box Office: 0117 902 0344
Venus at Broadmoor is
the fourth and final part in Sound of Music TWINKLE TWONKLE
Bristol Hippodrome How I wonder what CHRISTMAS SKATING RINK
Steve Hennessy’s acclaimed
you are... Thurs 11 November - Sun 9 January
Lullabies of Broadmoor series.
COLSTON HALL Stella loves the stars. Every This Christmas you can glide around Quakers
BRISTOL Colston Street, Bristol evening she gazes at them Friars on our first ever outdoor skating rink. So
HIPPODROME BS1 5AQ through her telescope. But wrap up warm, get your skates and soak up the
St Augustine’s Parade Box Office: 0117 922 3686 one night her little brother festive atmosphere! Join us for the Christmas
Bristol BS1 4UZ BBC ONE’S Ryan wishes on a star, lights switch-on on Thursday 11th November and
THE SOUND OF MUSIC A QUESTION OF SPORT extends the telescope all the for the official launch of the rink.
Tue 2 Nov - Sat 4 Dec Mon 8 November way and starts climbing up it. Quakers Friars, Cabot Circus, Bristol
EVENTS

north parade road


bath ba2 4eu
Tel: 01225 486 902
www.bathpavilion.org

November
EVENTS
Thursday 4th University of the Third Age - Monthly coffee morning and lecture. £2 for non-members
Friday 12th Colin Fry - Registered healer and certified medium with united spiritualists. £25
Sunday 14th Marina & The Diamonds - AKA Greek/Welsh 24 year old Marina Diamandis. £15 plus booking fee
Sunday 21st Model Soldier Exhibition - Price to be confirmed
Saturday 27th Knuckleup: - The New Breed High level Mixed Martial Arts action.
£25/£30 + booking fee
Sunday 28th CSF Superstar Wrestling - Biggest wrestling event Bath has ever seen. £10 Adult | £8
Concessions
December
Thursday 2nd University of the Third Age - Monthly coffee morning and lecture. £2 for non-members
Friday 10th & Saturday 11th Christmas Party Night - Elvis is in the building! £37.50
Friday 31st New Years Eve Party 2010 - Fun Casino with prizes, dinner and disco included. £30
January
Thursday 6th University of the Third Age - Monthly coffee morning and lecture. £2 for non-members
Saturday 8th Ceroc - Big Bath Bash
Wednesday 26th Blood Donation - Spend just 10 minutes donating blood and save a life.
February
Friday 11th & Saturday 12th Bath Cider Festival - 100 ciders and perries + Hog roast rolls and cheese platters +
live entertainment. £6.50 in advance | £7.50 on the door

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please visit www.kingschaseshopping.co.uk

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Mens Designer Shopping
at affordable prices

For the modern lad, a gentleman a working class hero & a bit of a rogue.
94 - 96 The Horsefair,
Near Cabot Circus, Bristol T: 0117 930 0008
www.lukedesignerclothing.co.uk
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The BIG Christmas Market
20th & 21st November (10.10 a.m. to 5.00 p.m.
Over 50 of the very best food and craft stalls

EVENTS
(no need to book)

Wednesday
Winter
Wonderland
1st to 22nd December
(3.00 p.m. - 8.00pm)
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Booking essential!
LATE NIGHT SHOPPING
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Every Wednesday
during December

Book your
Christmas
Celebration Lunch
at Hestercombe
www.hestercombe.com
Information and booking: 01823 413923 or visit Reception today

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Diary of the Month
WOOKEY HOLE HOTEL

The brand new Wookey Hole Hotel opened its doors to


the public on Friday 15th October 2010. Guests have
been pouring in ever since, soaking up the Halloween
atmosphere and enjoying all the fun that Wookey Hole
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has to offer.......circus shows, competitions, Witch of


Wookey and much, much more...!

Come Along & Enjoy the Best Christmas Fun Day in the Area!

Enjoy a fun filled show • Lots of Activities


Grand Prize Raffle suppporting the RUH Bath Forever Friends Appeal
Meet Santa in his magical Christmas Grotto
Bar Meals available • Chocolate Galore
Open Sundays 10am - 3pm (last entry) December 5th, 12th & 19th
Admission: Children (U16) £7.00 Adults £1.00

Fry Club & Conference Centre · Somerdale · Keynsham · Bristol · BS31 2AU · TEL 0117 937 6500 · www.fryclubconference.co.uk

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Ideal for Individuals, Parties and Corporate Events


OPEN: Mon-Fri 12-9pm, Sat 10-10pm & Sunday 10-7pm
5 Madleaze Industrial Estate . Bristol Road . Gloucester GL1 5SG
Telephone: 01452 311211 www.jdrkarting.co.uk
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The South Wests leading venue for:
Functions, events and conferencing

For enquiries please contact: Vicky at The Hand on


07540 129838 or 01275 874856
or email: vicky.durant@handarena.com

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Chief Trading Post LTD
The Nurseries
Christmas Trees &
Stands. Enjoy the Scent
of Real Pine. Free Local
Delivery
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Winter Bedding, Wreaths
Seasonal Hanging
Baskets & Planters
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Hardy Exotics, Quality
Fruit Trees & Water
Plants
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& Rustic Furniture
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Life-Size Bronze
Statues & Fountains

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Pie in our Tearoom
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& Helpful Staff
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OLDLAND COMMON,
BRISTOL, BS30 6QY
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
TEL: 0117 932 3112
FAX: 0117 932 7034
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Weston Lodge
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Tel: 01275 842225
Offer applies per person and includes shoe hire.
This voucher is valid for up to 6 people and
must be surrendered on use. Cannot be used in
conjunction with any other offer.
Valid at all times until 30 November 2010.
Subject to lane availability.

Karting & Quad Biking also available Tel: 0844 826 3036
Visit our website for full details Book online:
www.amfbowling.co.uk
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www.westonlodgeshootingground.co.uk
www.stagparty.org.uk AMF Weston, Dolphin Square, Weston-super-Mare BS23 1TU

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
you’ll be fascinated by LIFE on display – not just the packaging but
this unique collection of the contents too, still fully intact.
memorabilia from days gone by. Immerse yourself in a fabulous and
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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
n Tuesday to Saturday 10am - 5pm.
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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Walk under the waves…
see Sharks, Seahorses, Rays, Lionfish
and many more in one incredible visit! Daily Presentations and
Feeding Demonstrations! plus
Stroll through 7 zones with
over 30 displays…
from the Tropical Reef Zone, EvoZone and
Ray Zone to our fantastic Walk Through Tunnel Serving hot & cold snacks daily,
in the Ocean Depths Zone! don’t miss the fantastic views of the
Somerset Coastline!
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AS OFTEN AS YOU
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WESTON SUPER MARE TEL: 01934 641603
www.seaquarium.co.uk
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1. Win a family pass for Wookey Hole Caves and a overnight stay in the new
Wookey Hole Hotel.
2. Win a day for you and a friend at Cedar Falls Health Farm.
3. Win a meal for 4 at Hooters Restaurant.
4. Win a meal for you and 3 friends and a bottle of wine at Bar BsB.
5. Win a voucher for £25 for Cadbury Garden Centre.
6. Win Quad Biking for 4 people courtesy of Taff Valley Quad Biking.
7. Win a family pass for Puxton Park.
8. Win a family pass for Horseworld.
9. Win a teeth whitening session courtesy of Bright White Smiles.
10. Win a facial and manicure courtesy of I Candy.
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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Family Adventure Park
Pick a Perfect Place… Pick Puxton Park

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fireworks start at 8.15 pm
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Puxton Park, Cowslip Lane, Hewish, WsM,
N. Somerset BS24 6AH www.puxton.co.uk

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Diary of the Month
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who have worked so hard to rebuild The Grand Pier from the
ashes.
28 Whatsonbristol • November 2010
Unit 15B
Atlantic Business Park, Barry,
Vale of Glamorgan CF63 3RF
Tel: 01446 721988 Fax: 01446 746330

CASS Scaffolding Limited (formerly SHS Scaffolding Cardiff),


is one of the UK’s most successful, independent scaffolding
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companies specialising in bespoke scaffolding access and fall
arrest solutions including rope access, to the UK construction
sector.
Our portfolio of major projects demonstrates our expert capabilities in
tackling some of the industry’s most unusual and demanding contracts in National Museum and Galleries of Wales
a professional and cost effective way. for OPCO
With a highly skilled and experienced team of qualified contract and
project managers, assisted by dedicated and skilled field staff, there is no
project we can’t manage – making CASS the preferred supplier for many
major organisations.
Our capabilities cover the following business sectors:
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 High standard scaffolding installation
 High quality fall arrest netting
 Rope access solutions in demanding situations
 Specialist alarmed scaffolding
 Solutions for complex installations – we can cope with ANY situation
 Excellent and unrivalled customer service with personal attention
every time MI Space Waterfront Barry

 Outstanding value for money – built by design, on time and within


budget
 Specialist installers of HAKI temporary roof solutions
With an ever growing list of accreditation’s and safety awards, we are
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approved, have met and continue to meet ISO9001, ISO14001 and Tescos Newcastle
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health and safety measures required by the construction industry.

Ystrad Mynach College


HAKI Staircase

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Woodlands Leisure reserve the right to close the park or any attractions without prior notice.

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Diary of the Month
Puxton Park

Spooky Halloween Week at Puxton Park in Hewish.


The weeks events lasted from 23rd October till
the 31st October. Children had lots of fun in the
Spooky Play Barn and meeting Banji the Barn Owl,

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while families enjoyed the restaurant and farm shop
within Puxton Park.

Festive Fun for Everyone!


Celebrate Christmas 2010 at HorseWorld
with a delicious 2 or 3 course meal in our
Café from just £6.50!
Pre-booking essential.

Join the animals for our annual


Christmas Carol Service on Sunday 5th
December with free entry all day.

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Christmas Gift Guide
Mendip Gliding Club
Soaring in a Glider is a wonderful
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20% off Äxed price to Solo
difficult to describe in words.
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members joining before the end of 2010.
experience the full majesty of nature
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CLUB See website
for details of these schemes

SPECIAL GIFT FOR CHRISTMAS


Soar over the Mendip Hills 3 LESSON VOUCHER £80
www.mendipglidingclub.co.uk

I Candy Gifts
A Glamorous Winter at, I Candy gifts
enjoy dressing up for the winter
parties I candy offers an eclectic
range of gifts, We are passionate
about the richness of details, we
adore the exceptional and our aim is
to create a bazaar of seasonal joy in
all our collections. Enjoy the festive
dance of light from the beautiful
range of crystal jewellery, glass
perfume bottles vintage photo
frames or wrap yourself up in the
luxurio warm exquisite selection of
scarves and gloves. If you cant choose
Gift vouchers are available from £5.00
The gifts are created with the
desire to make an evening more
memorable, a morning more
enchanting, and an ordinary day
magical. to view our range at
www icandygifts.com
Or visit our new shop at Ground floor
(below the beauty salon)
45 High St. Bristol

Crowning Glorie
Lacia Nolan and her dedicated team
look forward welcoming you to their
bright airy salon in North Street,
Bedminster.
Christmas Gift Vouchers now
available.
Why not come and visit us before
your Christmas Party and let us
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flavoured sausages, served with mash potatoes
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0117 914 3153
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Enjoy Christmas at
The Ship Inn Alveston
from £11.95 with Party Nights from £22.95

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Festive Evening Menu
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
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bacon wrapped chipolata, sage stuffing
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Scottish smoked salmon and kin prawn Roast Beef
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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
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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
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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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Tickets £37.50 from www.clstickets.co.uk or call 01225 330304

www.bathpavilion.org

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Letters Dear team at What’s On,
I am writing to tell you about an amazing day out
I had last weekend when I went to the opening of
to the Editor the Grand Pier in Weston. I have been following
the building progress and have to say that at
times I didn’t believe that it would re-open as there
Dear Editor,
seemed to be so many problems but it finally
I write in protest of the latest so called night life
happened and last Saturday my boyfriend and I
attraction to join the ranks of entertainment at the
queued in the pouring rain to be among the first
waterfront. I understand that I will surely be ranked
in and it didn’t disappoint! I’m so glad that Weston
as a kill-joy but, who on earth decided that it
has finally got something to be proud of and I
would be a good idea to allow the American chain
would encourage everyone who loves a good
‘Hooters’ to open in Bristol? While I’m not against
day out to come down and see it for yourselves. It
young people expressing themselves or letting
rocks!
their hair down, is this really a good example when
scantily clad females are actively encouraged to Astrid Barnes, Weston Super Mare.
show as much of their well endowed cleavage as LETTER OF THE MONTH – EDITOR’S REPLY
possible? There used to be an expression that Dear Astrid,
“less is more” but in today’s world it seems quite Like you, we were on tender hooks here at What’s
the opposite and I hate to see what our city is On as we awaited the opening of the biggest
turning into, nothing more than a den of iniquity! attraction in the south-west finally opening its
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Sadie Francombe, Fishponds, Bristol. doors to the public. Like you too, we waited
patiently in the cold and rain and like you and
EDITOR’S REPLY.
your boyfriend, was it ever worth the wait! Weston
Dear Sadie, should be as proud as punch and although it
Thank you for your comments on what might would have been lovely to have seen it open
be considered to be a fairly controversial topic. earlier this summer, as the saying goes, all good
Having been invited to the opening launch of things come to those who wait! To reward your
Hooters, I have to say that that while the female dedication for queuing in what was certainly a
staff were dressed in shorts and t-shirts, it didn’t wild and windy morning, we’d like to offer you the
look or seem inappropriate and there was a strong following vouchers and hope that you have fun
emphasis on providing a great family atmosphere choosing something nice of your choice.
– not to mention a terrific menu. I think it can
Astrid wins £50 of Marks and Spencer vouchers.
often be the case that a certain amount of hype
takes place with any new venture – could be a Letter to the editor
cynical ploy by the marketing people to get us to Can someone in the council please explain why
check it out for ourselves? I can only take as I find the road leading to the Downs from the Portway
and I think the people of Bristol will be surprised continues to stay closed yet now we hear the
by just how welcoming and fun Hooter’s is as a council are saying that it is proving to be too
venue and I hope that you and others will get the expensive reopen it – despite the necessary
opportunity to see that for yourselves. repairs that are needed? With the traffic lights
Dear What’s On, continuing to stay on and costing the tax payers
I really enjoyed your Christmas gift guide last why is electricity in the council being used when
month and it helped to take away the panic that the lights are clearly not needed as the traffic is
seems to set in at this time of year as I find myself purely moving straight on.
with not enough cash and too much to buy. I’ve
taken your advice and made a list of who I have If you’ve got something on your mind why not tell us by
to buy for and what my realistic budget is and I’m emailing us at: editor@whatsongroup.net
well on track already. Thanks for the advice and or write to:
for helping me not to feel so stressed. The Editor, 62 North Street, Bedminster,
Diana Blade, Congesbury, Bristol. Bristol, BS3 1HJ.
72 Whatsonbristol • November 2010
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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

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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 waldegravearms@btconnect.com
www.thewaldegravearms.co.uk

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Praawn crab & smoked salmon timbale
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roasted root vegetables
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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


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The Old Station Inn & Carriage Restaurant, Wells Road, Halltrow, Somerset BS39 6EN
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The Louisiana Restaurant 38
The Louie is Restaurant 38 at
renowned for it’s The Holiday Inn
excellent cooking, in Bristol Airport
particular its Sunday serves a cracking
carvery. Every dish is Sunday Carvery
prepared and cooked washed down
in-house, using the with a broad
best and freshest selection of beers
locally sourced ingredients. Every Sunday, Bristolians and wines from around the world. We also offer a
dash to the Louie for the infamous Sunday carvery, constantly changing stylish and modern bistro evening
cooked up by Giovanni (Landlord) himself. Choose menu, each dish freshly prepared, with an extensive
from: Beef, Lamb, Pork, Broccoli, Carrots, Peas, wine list to compliment your selection. Vegetarian
Gravy, Cheesy Cauliflower, Crackling, £9.00 (desserts options are available.
for £2.50) Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
The Louisiana Bristol A38 Bridgwater Road, Redhill, Bristol BS40 5RB
Wapping Road, Bathurst Terrace, Bristol BS1 6UA Tel: 01934 861123
Tel: 01179 265 978 http://thelouisiana.net www.hibristolairport.co.uk

The Portcullis Hotel Airport Carvery


The Portcullis Hotel Open 12 noon - 4pm. Carvery Sunday lunch in style to
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has been extensively eat in or takeaway. Large lunch only £4.95, regular only
refurbished throughout £3.50. Choice of 3 meats and fresh vegetables, also freshly
2010 and is situated filled baked baguettes. Very close to Bristol Airport. Ideal
in the 12th century stop whether flying to your holiday destination or save you
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.
The Portcullis Hotel, 11 Horse Street, Chipping Sodbury
Bristol BS37 6DA Tel: 01454 501651
www.portcullishotel.co.uk

Sunday Best
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The Bear Inn The Crown at Regil
Sunday Roast as we Nestling in the heart of the
used to know it. The Chew Valley, the Crown
landlord John and Inn – a family run traditional
his team look forward country pub warmly invites
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
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,
of the famous bear roasters to enjoy, plus a wide succulent crispy roast potatoes, seasonal vegetable medley
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.thecrowninnatregil.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
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
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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