Spring feels very much in evidence with bright skies, buds on the trees and the daffodils poking their heads up down on the verge by St Lukes Road. As more people in our community get the vaccination and restrictions start to be relaxed, I think we are all very much[…]
Read moreSo, we roll round to that time of year again when Totterdown buzzes with art and activity, as the annual FRONT ROOM Arts Trail celebrates creativity in many forms. Lots to see and do – in houses, pubs, churches and cafes, as well as random activities in the streets. In[…]
Read moreTotterdown has looked particularly splendid this year with lots of wild flowers in our verges and hedgerows adding a riot of colour and scent to the wildlife friendly herb and flower areas we have up at Totterdown Square and on Zone A and Zone N. The apple trees and the[…]
Read moreAs the temperatures start to rise and the nights get lighter, our thoughts turn to summer sunshine and plenty of opportunities for chilling out and enjoying time outdoors with friends and family. We are lucky to have our small patches of green and open space in a crowded urban environment[…]
Read moreFor some time I have wanted to pull together an issue that focuses on ‘Sustainability’ and the spirt of our times which points to ways in we can all contribute to a more caring and considered way of living. Before some of you switch off in the face of perceived[…]
Read moreAlongside the rustle of leaves there’s a sense of purpose as I walk around Totterdown; an impression that people are pulling together essential stores for the winter season and a feeling that Christmas really is not far away. With a rising backlash against unnecessary consumerism and plastic tat, now is[…]
Read moreSummer is well and truly on its way! More people are getting out and about and there feels to be a greater optimism and friendliness in our streets. Totterdown Square has been particularly busy over the past few weekends; it’s certainly becoming a better used area, as people chill out[…]
Read moreWhilst it might not always feel like it, the weather is getting warmer, and waving daffodil heads and lighter evenings are a sign that spring is on its way. Finally!! We are very lucky to have some fabulous business people in Totterdown, and in our latest issue we take a[…]
Read moreTalk of Totterdown Issue 47 – Winter 2017 Misty, mysterious, foggy November mornings, surprisingly vibrant sunsets, and the faint smell of bonfires in the air herald the start of Winter and the promise of festive fun on the horizon. In this latest issue we look ahead to the annual celebration[…]
Read moreTalk of Totterdown Issue 46 – Autumn 2017 This year’s FRONT GARDEN awards were a great success – there are clearly some very talented and green fingered folk out there and the good news is that the inspiration is spreading. Over 460 ‘Good Garden’ Certificates were awarded this year! However,[…]
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