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UPDATE ON THE SALE OF THE ANNEX SITE OF ST GEORGE PRIMARY SCHOOL
September 8, 2021
The Dioceses of Bristol are in the process of marketing the site of what was the annex to St George Church of England Primary School. This important historical site sits opposite a key gateway into Brandon Hill from the Harbourside area. The sensitive nature of the site and its relationship both with Brandon Hill and the adjoining Grade II listed Terraces of Queens Parade and York Place will make any future development challenging.
We have prepared the attached document to highlight some of the issues that will be relevant to the development of this site. These include:
retaining site lines above and through the site so as views from Brandon Hill across Bristol to St Mary Redcliff and hills in the distance are maintained;
impact on Grade II listed Queens Parade
impact on Grade II listed York Place;
making best use of the locally listed historic buildings on the site;
retaining existing privacy of gardens and rear aspects of Queens Parade.
Residents look forward to engaging with any purchaser of the site to ensure their plans are appropriate for the site and in line with the needs and aspirations of the community.
making best use of the locally listed historic buildings on the site;
retaining existing privacy of gardens and rear aspects of Queens Parade.
Residents look forward to engaging with any purchaser of the site to ensure their plans are appropriate for the site and in line with the needs and aspirations of the community."
RESIDENTS PARKING DURING SPECIAL EVENTS
May 27, 2021
We have recently received an update about the impact of suspended parking bays on residents parking during special events (e.g. Remembrance Sunday, cycle races, filming).
The advice from Wayne Dewfall, Operational Shift Manager at Parking Services, Days Road, is that "at times there will be a need to have vehicles not park in the area, due to security and other reasons. If this is the case, the permit holder is allowed to park in other close by locations, due to residents being unable to park in the allocated streets. The Parking Operations Room can be contacted in these instances and information. passed on."
Contact details:
Wayne Dewfall
Operational Shift Manager
Parking Services
Days Road
0117 3773501
Thank you to Paul Buckley for passing on the info.
CLOSURE OF ST GEORGE COE PRIMARY SCHOOL
March 5, 2021
The Association is saddened to hear that Bristol City Council has decided to close St George Church of England Primary School. Over the years many children of residents have attended the school and we wish the current staff and pupils well as they move to the new school on St Michaels Hill.
The Association looks forward to engaging with all relevant parties on the future of the site and hopes that any development is conducted responsibly to ensure both the architectural integrity and the character of the area are retained.
COMMITTEE UPDATE ON POLICING PRIORITIES
January 19, 2021
On the 11 January 2021 members of the BHRA Committee held a Zoom meeting with PC Martin Locke and PC Justine Bird The purpose of the meeting was to understand the policing priorities for the central Bristol area and to update the police on the current concerns of residents.
PC Bird outlined the area that they are responsible for. This is broadly Hotwells, Cumberland Basin and Cumberland road areas extending up to The Triangle and including Brandon Hill. They are interested in our observations regarding the issues both on the street and in the park.
Members of the Committee were able to outline some of the issues that give rise to most concerns for residents. The Police were able to confirm that they are aware of the issue as a result of reports already made by residents and other interested parties (such as the school). Our first hand observations were helpful in giving colour to the evidence being collected.
Whilst emergencies should continue to be reported to 999, and other crimes via 101, PC Locke confirmed he would be pleased to receive any further contextual information directly to his e-mail at Martin.Locke@avonandsomerset.police.uk This can then be used to build an evidence bank and be passed on to the relevant specialist policing areas.
We also discussed how the Police are approaching enforcement of the current COVID lockdown. They have been given access to additional resources to support their work in this area. They do not view reports of multi household gatherings in the Park as a waste of Police time and they are keen to hear about these.
The Committee thanked the Police for making time for this meeting and for their continuing efforts to maintain a visible presence on Queens Parade, York Place, Brandon Steep and within the Park.
NEW POST OFFICE OPENING TIMES
December 1, 2020
With the more rapid growth of e-commerce following Covid, our local post office has been getting very busy. To reduce the number of people in the small store, the post office counter is currently closed during lunchtime from 12-1pm. The current post office opening hours are 10am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm, Monday to Saturday, but please check this Royal Mail page for the local post office for updates.
DIVE MOBILE COFFEE VAN TAKING A WINTER BREAK
Nov 12, 2020
Our local mobile coffee van is hibernating for the winter as the girls were getting a little cold up on the hill. However, they are hoping to be returning in the Spring, council permitting, and we hope to see them again soon as their cakes and coffees are devine.
NEW CHAIR APPOINTED FROM NOVEMBER 2019
November 9, 2019
After ten years in the role of Chair of the Association, Jonathan Hyams has stepped down, although he will remain as as a member of the Committee if members so wish. In his place, the Committee have appointed Paul Shelley of 14 Queens Parade and he takes over on 1st November. There will be an opportunity shortly for all members who wish to thank Jonathan for his work over the past decade and to welcome Paul and wish him success in the role.