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      Henleaze Festival 2018

       

      Wednesday December 5th From 4PM

    • Welcome

      Once again, due to hard work and commitment by a team of volunteers this annual event is due to take place for its 11th year. Without their dedication there would be no festival, so I thank them all very much. Local businesses also need to be thanked for their generosity in donating some absolutely fantastic prizes for this year’s raffle. All proceeds will go to 5 chosen charities (details on the next page). Entertainers also give up their time free of charge, all so that you can have an enjoyable evening.

       

      Thank you Maggs And Allen once again for their generous donation to the festival.


      Merry Christmas and a Happy Healthy New Year to you all

      Jane Emery - Festival coordinator

    • Charity Prize Draw

      Last year, we raised £2,750 for local charities. You can help again and win fabulous prizes like a Christmas hamper and a hot air balloon ride.

       

      Scroll right to find out about the charities we support >>>>

      Cintre

      Cintre provide regulated support services to adults with a variety of conditions and behaviours that challenge.

      Bristol Older People’s Forum

      Bristol Older People’s Forum works hard to ensure all older people in Bristol are heard.

      The Southmead Project

      The Southmead Project provide free therapeutic and practical support to adults who were abused as children.

      Caring in Bristol

      Caring in Bristol (Caring at Christmas) provide safe. accommodation, food and social activities to homeless and vulnerable people in Bristol.

      Stroke Association

      Stroke Association work to prevent strokes and support stroke sufferers and their families.

    • Charity Prize Draw Prizes & Supporters

      First prize is a splendid festive hamper.

      First prize is a luxury festive hamper packed with fine foods and drinks. Second prize is a hot air balloon flight courtesy of First Flight. Among the array of other tempting prizes are meal and other vouchers from local traders, a bundle of children’s books, lots of wine and Champagne and much, much more!

      Lovely Prize Donors

      AMD
      Avonvale Electrics
      Barber Company
      Bristol Blue Glass (Henbury) Ltd
      Bristol Curtain Shop
      Bouckley’s
      Boots
      C J Hole
      Cafe 96
      Caffe Arabica
      Cameron Lee
      Chandos Deli
      Coffee #1

      Co-op
      Costa Coffee
      First Flight
      Goodman & Lilley
      Haigh & Sons
      Helping Hands
      Henleaze Dental Practice
      Henleaze Garden Shop
      Home Instead Senior Care

      Lovely Prize Donors

      Johnsons Cleaners
      Kondi Brasserie

      Kondi Gifts
      Lloyds Greengrocers
      Maggs & Allen
      Max Minerva’s
      Molesworth's of Henleaze
      Newsom & Davies Opticians
      Pamperbanana
      Parsons Bakery
      Right Foot First
      Romantica
      The Carpet Shop (Westbury Park)
      The Dog Shop
      Tui
      Turners Opticians
      Up & Running
      VWV
      Wards Solicitors
      Westbury Inks
      Westbury Park Pub

    • What's On?

      Scroll to find out what's on this year

      Children's Entertainment

      As well as Santa, the children’s rides also return to Cardigan Road. There will be a Roundabout, Big Wheel and Helter Skelter which are always a big draw for youngsters and their parents.

      Henleaze Junior School Show Choir

      Henleaze Junior School Choir are back again for the 10th year to open the festival in the outside arena – always a big moment in the evening. They have a long tradition of music at the school and currently have two choirs and an orchestra.

      Redmaids High Bell Ringing and Choir

      Red Ma Junior School are returning to the festival for the sixth year running. This year the Red Maids’ Ringers Handbell team and the Junior School choir perform a selection of festive music.

      Panama Jazz Band

      A talented group of West Country musicians with a lively style and varied repertoire ranging from the great jazz classics , upbeat numbers like High Society and The Saints Go Marching In, to rock n` roll. www.panamajazzband.co.uk.

      Salvation Army Band

      The Salvation Army Band are always very popular at the festival and we are very pleased they are returning for another year. They will be on in the arena and out and about throughout the festival.

      Hum & Drum Recorder Group

      Hum and Drum is run by Penny Rawlings in Henleaze. It is designed to be an interactive musical education for both children and parents. As well as the recorder Penny teaches the violin and piano. Lessons are weekly in term time with opportunities to perform in concerts, eisteddfods – and most importantly the Christmas Festival!

      Richie and Jamie the Stilt Walkers

       

       

      A welcome return from last year you can hardly fail to notice Richie towering over the festival crowds. And this year he`ll be bringing his stiltwalking colleague Jamie. So watch out for the two of them towering over the crowds and leaning down to high five anyone who wants to stop them for a chat. www.circussensible.co.uk

      Trinity-Henleaze URC Choir

       

      The final event of the evening in the Bradbury Hall will be the Trinity Henleaze Choir leading community carol singing from 7:00 pm. Everyone is welcome to come along and join in.

      Badminton Choir

      For many Badminton girls, their triumphs outside the classroom in their extra-curricular activities shine as brightly as their triumphs inside the classroom. The staff at Badminton are subject enthusiasts and ensure a holistic approach to learning that enables the girls to have a deep understanding of their subjects.

    • Entertainment Program

      Wednesday December 6th From 4 PM

      Master of Ceremonies

      Steve Yabsley of BBC Radio Bristol

       

      Outside Arena in Waterford Road

      4.00 pm Henleaze Junior School Show Choir

      4.25 pm Arrival of Father Christmas

      4.30 pm Badminton School Choir

      5.30 pm Panama Jazz Band

      6.30 pm Salvation Army Band

      7.30 pm Prize Draw

       

      Bradbury Hall

      4.45 pm Redmaids` High Bell Ringing & Choir

      5.15 pm Hum & Drum Recorder Group

      6.00 pm Westbury Scottish Club Dancers

      6.20 pm Circus skills (Children join in!)

      6.45 pm Carols with Trinity-Henleaze Choir

       

      Out and About

      Salvation Army Band

      St Peter`s Church Hands on Christmas Activities for All

      Richie and Jamie the Stilt Walkers

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      Stalls & Shops

       

      From arts & crafts to cheeses & cakes - there are fifty stalls & shops to browse

    • Gifts & Games

      Handmade Gifts

      Fused glass Gifts Jackie Victory

      Wooden items Arcadian Furniture

      Paintings Jenny Urquhart Art

      Knitted Gifts Katnit

      Pottery Gifts Liz Isaacs Pottery

      Hand Made Pottery Pamela Shellard Ceramics

      Stained Glass Lesley Scarfe

      Handmade Jewellery Jewellery By Jo

      Fused Glass Jewellery Rainbow Glass Creation

       

      Nifty Gifts

      Pottery, knits and jewellery - Crafty Neighbours

      Knitted, crocheted, clothing & accessories - Hunkaboo

      Plant based ornamends The City Garden

      Bags from recycled leather MaybeMabel

      Photographs & gifts Square Eyes

      Books and accessories Travel North

      Handmade Jewellery Jula Jewellery

      iPad Rests Tablet Beanbag Buddies

      Fused Glass Gifts Tom O’Rourke
      Handmade Soaps, Ceramics & Cards Bootiful Bunny

      Pottery & Ceramic Gifts Elisa Maria

      Handmade Soaps, Candles & Xmas Decorations Laura Hathway

      Handblown Vases & Ornaments Bristol Blue Glass

      Posters, Cards & Illustrations  Bemmie

      Fused Glass & Xmas Hangings Gifts2Btreasured

      Fun, Games & Good Causes

      Games CJ Hole

      Charity Stall C.H.S.W. ​

      Tombola Cancer Research

      Children's Games LMCA

      Handmade Earings, Xmas Decorations Send A Cow

      Games For Charity AMD

      Scarves, bags & Christmas cards Think Pacific Fundraising

      Wards Solicitors Wards

       

       

      Foody Gifts

      Christmas Cakes Jemma Merrick

      Herbal tea Cidy's Tea

      Artisan cakes & muffins Crumpet Cakes

      Organic Cheese Bath Soft Cheese 

      Honey & Wax Balms Henleaze Honey

      Chillie Preserves & Sauces – The Wicked Chilli

      Pastries, Pies & Cheese Snowdrop Cottage

      Healthy Dog Treats Pupcake Princess

      Marmalades & Jellies Timmy’s Chillies

      Sweets, Fudge, Nut & Seed Butter Nature's Pantry

      Artisan Hummus Moist

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      Food Fest!

      You'll find plenty of delicious food & drink from hog roasts to wine tasting!

    • Where?

      Henleaze Christmas Festival will be taking place in Henleaze, Bristol, BS9. The main festival site can be found on Henleaze Road, Waterford Road, Dublin Crescent and Cardigan Road.

      Henleaze Christmas Festival location

    • Useful Information

      Travelling to the festival
      Please help us to reduce the congestion to a minimum by walking to the festival or going by bike. Henleaze Road gets very congested due to the amount of traffic and pedestrians using it. There will also be very limited parking in the side roads due to road closures. Wherever you park, please be considerate to the residents.

       

      Lost Children/First Aid
      There will be a lost children and First Aid point by Father Christmas’s Grotto (see map in central pages).

       

      Lost Property
      Please take any lost/found property to Father Christmas’s Grotto or hand into anyone with a ‘Henleaze Christmas Festival’ Hi-Viz tabard.

       

      Raffle Tickets
      Once again due to the generosity of local businesses there will be a raffle with 50+ prizes, the proceeds of which will be distributed to 5 local charities (see inside programme for more details). Please buy your tickets where you see the sign ‘Tickets on Sale Here’ before the festival, they will also be available on the night.

       

      Rubbish
      Bristol City Council have this year insisted that we have recycling bins at this years festival. Please use them, they will be situated in prominent places e.g. by food outlets. If they are not used it could jeopardise our licence for future years. Please remember that we cannot go home until all the rubbish has been cleared so your co-operation would be greatly appreciated.

       

      Security
      We have employed Security staff who will be present throughout the festival period and will be wearing Hi-Viz jackets. Should you have any security concerns ie. suspicious persons or package, please notify one of the above immediately. Alternatively seek advice from any of the festival organisers who will also be in Hi-Viz jackets. Remember to keep well clear of the threat whilst making your report.

       

      Bus Stop Henleaze Road
      As in previous years we will be applying to close the bus stop near Parsons Bakery and have a temporary bus stop outside of Costa for the afternoon of the festival.

       

      Festival Filming

      Please be aware that there might be live filming at this year’s festival.                                                            
       

    • Contact Us

      If you have any questions about the event, please get in touch.

      Please note, we now have our full complement of stalls.

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