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“I’m reaching out on behalf of two exceptionally talented young athletes from Epic Martial Arts, who are also proud members of the Great Britain Kickboxing National Team. They have both earned the incredible opportunity to…

Summer campaign to strengthen neighbourhood policing across South Gloucestershire You’ve told me you want safer streets and more visible policing and I’m doing it. I’ve listened to your concerns about anti-social behaviour (ASB), retail crime,…

Supporting local children to thrive I hope you’re enjoying the Summer and finding time to recharge. This month, I and my small team have been working on 923 new cases for residents. Thank you to…

We were pleased to hear from local Bradley Stoke resident John Edwards, who has published his first novel. John (who writes under the pen name Simon Ingsworth) tells us he has a strong interest both…

This June, St Michael’s Church Centre in Stoke Gifford is celebrating a significant milestone: 10 years since the Centre first opened its doors to the congregation and wider community. Opened in April 2015, the Centre…

This year’s festival is taking place on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 June 2025 around the grounds of the Jubilee Centre, Savages Wood, Bradley Stoke, BS32 8HL and Bradley Stoke Skatepark, BS32 9BS. Natalie Field,…

Jane Watkivs tells us about the Stoke Gifford Repair Café. "It all started when our daughter went to the open day at Winterbourne Barn and came back to tell us that Winterbourne Down had a…

We meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month at Little Stoke Baptist Church and have a variety of events. One of our recent meetings, we were lucky enough to have some sea…

Walking football is an evidence-based activity for people who have physical or cognitive impairments and long-term health conditions.  It is a safe, inclusive and fun activity, that promotes movement, social engagement and is mostly about…

An Article by Becca from Tip the Balance first published in our June 2025 edition. As summer rolls in, our supermarkets and kitchens can fill with an abundance of vibrant, fresh produce. From juicy strawberries…