News & Events

Totterdown has events happening all year round such as the Art trail or the Garden festival. This section lists details of general events within the area. We also list interesting civic items such as national walking week, local politics

To feature your event on this page, please email webeditor@tresa.org.uk.

  • Judicial Review over Princess Street towerblocks
    by Suzanne Audrey
    Planning decisions are fundamental to the fabric of our city, and the wellbeing of residents, and we need to show Bristol City Council that they can and should do better. Consequently, local people are taking a stand against the 23-storey towerblock development at Princess Street, near Victoria Park, and are seeking a Judicial Review of[…]
  • Show of Strength – Making an Exhibition of Ourselves
    by Carolyn Jones
    THE BIG ANNIVERSARY 🎉 SHOW OF STRENGTH started in 1986 with DOUBLE VISION aboard MV Thekla on The Grove, recently arrived in Bristol and captained by Pamela Longfellow and Viv ‘Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band’ Shanshall. Now celebrating 40 years (cue music, cue champagne!) Show of Strength have announced they are ‘Making an exhibition of Ourselves!‘ Sheila[…]
  • Plant Swap
    by Penny Russell
    Plant Swap – March 28th 12-2 Zone A (corner of Wells Rd and Firfield St). Bring along healthy plants to swap with others, or come along and share what you’re doing in your garden to encourage biodiversity and nature in your garden. Come and have a look even if you have nothing to swap or[…]
  • TRESA objects to 24-storey towerblock harming heritage assets and undermining the Whitehouse Street regeneration framework
    by Suzanne Audrey
    Planning application: 25/11778/F| Phased demolition and redevelopment to provide residential dwellings (Use Class C3), student accommodation (Sui Generis), Commercial, Business and Service floorspace (Use Class E), amenity spaces, parking, servicing, landscaping, open space, play space, and associated works. Land South Of Princess Street Bedminster Bristol BS3 4AG. TRESA strongly objects to this application on the[…]
  • Talk of Totterdown Spring 2026 issue
    by Carolyn Jones
    Talk of Totterdown Spring 2026 issue is now out! In this latest edition:
  • It’s “Cheers” all round as Knowle Constitutional Club on Wells Road is all set to host its first real ale festival! 
    by Carolyn Jones
    The festival takes place on Saturday 7 March: 1pm – 10pm, and in addition to a range of beers from across the UK, there will also be some local ciders to try. The full bar will also be open for those who want a change from the ale. £5 – ticket includes 2 x 1/3pint beers.[…]
  • South Bristol Liveable Neighbourhood (SBLN) update
    by Suzanne Audrey
    In January, TRESA asked the SBLN team at Bristol City Council (BCC) a series of questions, which are reproduced below with the responses. When will we see the results/report of the recent consultation? Who is deciding the ‘agreed solutions’ and on what basis? When and how will we be informed about the agreed solutions? It[…]
  • Results of local South Bristol Liveable Neighbourhoods survey: Proposals for Totterdown
    by Suzanne Audrey
    The questionnaire was available at: Bristol City Council drop-in events at The Old Picture House and The Harbour; street survey outside Tesco in Totterdown Square, and; at The Bakehouse and The Banana Boat in Oxford Street. 138 people completed the questionnaire between 9 October and 9 November 2025. Most people completed all of the questions.[…]
  • TRESA objects to Princess Street 24-storey planning application
    by Suzanne Audrey
    TRESA has submitted a strong objection to a planning application which includes a 24-storey tower blocking view from Victoria Park and looming over the surrounding area. The initial objection, and further comments, are reproduced in full below. To submit comments go to Simple Search and put in ref: 25/11778/F ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 25/11778/F| Phased demolition and redevelopment to provide[…]
  • Talk of Totterdown Winter 2025
    by Carolyn Jones
    Winter 2025 issue is now out! In this latest edition available to view online on our Newsletters page Thanks as always to all our contributors to the latest issue and an especially big thank you to the (hopefully not too sodden) newsletter team now delivering printed copies of this newsletter to homes and businesses within[…]
  • Girls Allowed – providing ongoing physical and mental wellbeing support for women
    by Carolyn Jones
    ‘Girls Allowed’ is a Women’s Only constituted group within the heart of Bristol which aims to provide ongoing physical and mental wellbeing support for women. ​Set up in early 2025 the group’s aims and purposes include supporting women across Bristol no matter what challenge or difficult situation they may be facing. With no limitations, Girls[…]
  • Championing Women in Skilled Trades
    by Carolyn Jones
    The TradeHERs Collective is a pioneering community initiative dedicated to supporting and empowering female tradeswomen. The initiative was started by Paige Williams, a professional gardener who is keen to build a directory and encourage meet ups with other women working in trades in Bristol. “Over the years I realised how comfortable my customers were having[…]
  • Jubilee Pool – Run by the Community, for the Community
    by Carolyn Jones
    Key diary dates for events at Jubilee Pool in the run up to Christmas…
  • Apple pressing in Community Space
    by Simon Hobeck
    On Sunday 21st September 2025, TRESA held its fifth annual apple pressing event in the Community space on Park Street, Totterdown. Local friend, Richard Jones, brought along his apple scratter and press. Many local people then came along with apples from their gardens and allotments ready to be pulped and pressed into sweet juice. The[…]
  • TRESA Fundraiser event
    by Carolyn Jones
    Race Night at ArtPark! Adam at ArtPark is hosting a fun evening at the races to raise funds for TRESA – see the attached poster.TRESA Gold CupThursday 2 October. Doors open 7.00pm. First race 7.30pm. Tickets: £5 (over 18s only).Choose your horse and answer quiz questions to move along the race course. Prizes donated by Totterdown Canteen,[…]
  • 2025-09-16 minutes of TRESA meeting
    by Suzanne Audrey
    Minutes of the TRESA public meeting held on Tuesday 16th September 2025 at ArtPark, 143 Wells Road, Totterdown. Present: Suzanne Audrey (Chair), Robin Millard (Company Secretary), Simon Hobeck (Treasurer), Anne Silber (Vice-Chair and Membership Secretary) and 40 members of the public. The slides and issues raised are in the presentation slides below.
  • Autumn 2025 issue is now out!
    by Carolyn Jones
    In this latest edition: As we went to press, details emerged of more detailed proposals for the South Bristol Liveable Neighbourhoods project – there is a lot to take in, with some significant changes proposed, and some difficult decisions will need to be made. TRESA will be discussing proposals in more detail but we do[…]
  • 2025-08-12 Minutes TRESA Directors meeting
    by Suzanne Audrey
    Minutes of TRESA Director meeting held 7.30pm Tuesday 12th August 2025 at Stevens Crescent Present: Suzanne Audrey (Chair), Anne Silber (Vice-Chair), Carolyn Jones (Editor, Talk of Totterdown) Apologies: Miranda Walker, Simon Hobeck, Robin Millard Business Improvement District CJ met with Simone from Bruhaha to discuss the possibility of setting up a Totterdown business improvement district[…]
  • Totterdown Front Garden Awards
    by Suzanne Audrey
    The judges have been out and about, and over 300 homes received a Totterdown Front Garden Award this year. We are grateful to everyone who has been making an effort to brighten up our streets – whether you have a front garden, a ‘green roof’ on your bin store, a window box or a pot[…]
  • 07-08-2025 Minutes TRESA public meeting
    by Suzanne Audrey
    Minutes of the TRESA pubic meeting held on 8th July 2025 at ArtPark, 143 Wells Road. Present: Suzanne Audrey (Chair), Simon Hobeck (Treasurer), Robin Millard (Company Secretary), Anne Silber (Membership Secretary), and six members of the public Apologies: Carolyn Jones, Miranda Walker, Charlie Mercer, Nick Walters The agenda and slides for the meeting are in[…]
  • 2025-06-10 minutes TRESA directors’ meeting
    by Suzanne Audrey
    Minutes of the TRESA directors’ meeting on 10 June 2025, 7.30pm at Stevens Crescent, Totterdown Present:              Suzanne Audrey, Simon Hobeck, Miranda Walker, Robin Millard Apologies:          Carolyn Jones, Charlie Mercer, Anne Silber, Nick Walters Directors Reports Company Secretary: All up to date. Next submission will be the accounts and supporting documentation after the AGM. Treasurer:[…]
  • TRESA objects to the L&G development on Temple Island
    by Suzanne Audrey
    TRESA, along with several other organisations, has objected to the proposed L&G development on Temple Island. The objection is reproduced in full below. 25/10013/P | Hybrid planning application for the phased development of Temple Island comprising the following: (i) Detailed approval for the first phase of development comprising a commercial office building (Office 1) (Use[…]
  • Totterdown’s religious buildings
    by Suzanne Audrey
    During Bristol WalkFest, May 2025, TRESA led a walk around Totterdown entitled ‘Totterdown’s religious buildings past and present’. Participants were given the following handout:
  • TRESA objects to latest planning application for the towers at Totterdown Bridge
    by Suzanne Audrey
    A planning application has been submitted to vary 43 conditions for the towerblock development at Totterdown Bridge. 25/11742/X | Application for variation of Condition Nos. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10,11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35,[…]
  • Talk of Totterdown
    by Carolyn Jones
    Summer 2025 issue is now out! In this latest edition: Big thanks to all the contributors to this latest issue – it’s great to hear from positive and enlightening voices on everything from weather to nature, history to entertainment! Thanks also to the newsletter team now delivering printed copies of this newsletter to homes and[…]
  • TRESA concerns about L&G development on Temple Island
    by Suzanne Audrey
    TRESA has received further information in relation to our concerns about the L&G development on Temple Island. Objections can be submitted here: 25/10013/P | Hybrid planning application for the phased development of Temple Island comprising the following: (i) Detailed approval for the first phase of development comprising a commercial office building (Office 1) (Use Class[…]
  • TRESA objection to land south of Princess Street development
    by Suzanne Audrey
    TRESA has submitted the following objection to the development of the land south of Princess Street Bedminster Bristol BS3 4AG 25/11778/F | Phased demolition and redevelopment to provide residential dwellings (Use Class C3), student accommodation (Sui Generis), Commercial, Business and Service floorspace (Use Class E), amenity spaces, parking, servicing, landscaping, open space, play space, and[…]
  • Jubilee Pool news and diary date
    by Carolyn Jones
    Have You Seen What’s New at Jubilee Pool? If you haven’t visited Jubilee Pool lately, now’s a great time to stop by. The railings, downpipes, cycle hanger, and steps have all been freshly painted — and we’ve got some beautiful new front doors on order. It’s all thanks to the generous support of the JeffWay[…]
  • Objections to the proposed BT’s advertising ‘Street Hub’ on Wells Road, Totterdown
    by Suzanne Audrey
    An application ha been submitted for a BT advertising Street Hub unit on Wells Road, Totterdown, close to the junction with St John’s Lane. 25/10665/A Link Land Adjacent 101-106 Wells Road Totterdown Bristol BS4 2BS The proposed unit is similar to previous BT Street Hub units which have been refused permission by Bristol City Council.[…]
  • 2025-03-11_Minutes TRESA public meeting
    by Suzanne Audrey
    Present: Suzanne Audrey (Chair), Anne Silber (Vice-Chair), Robin Millard (Company Secretary), Simon Hobeck (Treasurer), Charlie Mercer (Director); 10 members of the public; guest speakers (first part of the meeting only) Francesca Leon and Lucinda Mitchell of L&G, Victor Orive of Zaha Hadid Architects, and Sally Davis of Avison Young. The first part of the meeting[…]
  • Active Travel England concerns about the L&G development at Temple Island
    by Suzanne Audrey
    Key issues for Totterdown, in Active Travel England’s comments relating to L&G’s proposals for Temple Island, are set out in the extracts below. They can also be found here: 25/10013/P | Hybrid planning application for the phased development of Temple Island comprising the following: (i) Detailed approval for the first phase of development comprising a[…]
  • Talk of Totterdown – Spring 2025
    by Carolyn Jones
    The latest issue of Talk of Totterdown is now out, and will be delivered over the next few weeks by our fabulous posse of volunteers! Head over to our Newletter section of the website to find out more…
  • Princess Street, Bedminster development: TRESA argues for an environmental impact assessment
    by Suzanne Audrey
    The following has been submitted to Bristol City Council planning department, arguing that an environmental impact assessment is needed for the current proposals (including a 2+19 storey tower) at Princess Street, Bedminster. This tower will be an overbearing addition to numerous views from Totterdown, Victoria Park and surrounding areas. _____ 25/10173/SCR  Princess Street Bedminster Bristol[…]
  • 2025-02-11 TRESA minutes
    by Suzanne Audrey
    Minutes of the TRESA directors’ meeting, Tuesday 11 February 2025, 7.30pm, Clyde Road Present: Anne Silber, Robin Millard, Miranda Walker, Charlie Mercer, Simon Hobeck, Suzanne Audrey Apologies: Carolyn Jones, Nick Walters Directors’ reports Treasurer: TRESA funds are running low and we need to make grant applications to fund future work. Simon asked if directors would[…]
  • TRESA concerns about the proposed ‘Southern Gateway’ to Temple Meads station
    by Suzanne Audrey
    There is currently a proposal for a new ‘Southern Gateway’ to Temple Meads station from the old KwikFit site on Bath Road. This would include: A new 350 space multi-storey car park relocating existing parking from around the station; a secure cycle hub for over 700 bikes in a separate building; pedestrian access to Temple[…]
  • Application for new business in Totterdown Square
    by Suzanne Audrey
    A licensing application has been submitted for a new wine shop, with food and small events, in Totterdown Square (in the unit vacated by the Little Kitchen cookery school). Details are below, together with information about how you can comment if you wish to do so. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Applicant name: Carouse Wines LtdPremises: Carouse Wines Ltd,[…]
  • Temporary closure of pathway from Bath Road (near Three Lamps junction) to Albert Road (near Animal Rescue Centre)
    by Suzanne Audrey
    Bristol City Council has issued a press release explaining that emergency work is to be undertaken on ‘May Walk footpath’. This is the path that cuts through from Bath Road (near Three Lamp junction) and takes you over the river to Albert Road (near Bristol Animal Rescue Centre). The full press release is reproduced below.[…]
  • 2025 Wassail
    by Simon Hobeck
    On Saturday 11th January 2025, TRESA held its annual wassail in the Community Orchard and Community Space on Park Street, Totterdown. The wassail then processed up to Zone A on Wells Road to continue the celebration. This year we had a new addition of the Rag Morris dancers who added further deligth with their colourful[…]
  • Current plans for the towerblock development at Totterdown bridge
    by Suzanne Audrey
    At a recent public meeting at Paintworks, there was a presentation from Recom and Clarion about current plans for the towerblock development at Totterdown bridge. The presentation slides are below
  • Response to development of Princess Street
    by Simon Hobeck
    TRESA recently attended a consultation event organised by the developers of Whitehouse Street/Princess Street. Having viewed the outline plans, we have some serious concerns about the proposals. You can view the proposals and submit a comment at : https://princessstreetredevelopment.co.uk/ Below is a copy of our response to the developers. As the residents group for Totterdown,[…]
  • What are Bristol’s Area Committees responsible for?
    by Suzanne Audrey
    Under the new committee system, there are nine Area Committees in Bristol. The Councillors elected to serve the wards in a neighbourhood are members of the corresponding Area Committee. Totterdown is in Windmill Hill ward and comes under Area Committee 7 (together with Bedminster, Southville and Filwood). Area Committees make decisions about the local element[…]
  • 2024-11-12 TRESA minutes
    by Suzanne Audrey
    TRESA public meeting on Tuesday 12th November 2024 at Bruhaha, 156-158 Well Road, Totterdown Present: Suzanne Audrey (Chair), Simon Hobeck (Treasurer), Charlie Mercer (director) and 12 members of the public Guest speakers: Acting Police Sergeant Stuart Williams and Mathew Badrick, Police Community Support Officer Apologies: Carolyn Jones, Anne Silber, Robin Millard The agenda and key[…]
  • Talk of Totterdown – Winter 2024
    by Carolyn Jones
    The annual jamboree that is Totterdown Arts Trail 2024 takes place this year over the weekend of 16-17 November. Celebrating creativity in all forms, it’s always a wonderful opportunity to catch up with friends and neighbours, enjoy a varied roster of live music and performance, as well as an ideal opportunity for Christmas shopping from[…]
  • Update on proposal to close Bellevue Road/Wells Road junction
    by Suzanne Audrey
    TRESA chair, Suzanne Audrey, attended the Transport and Connectivity Policy Committee meeting on 24th October 2024. As regards the closure of the Bellevue Road/Wells Road junction, the following was proposed in the Committee report: 1. Bellevue Road: Closure of Bellevue Road at junction with A37 Wells Road • Incorporated cycle permeability  • Increased landscaping /[…]
  • 2024-10-08 TRESA minutes
    by Suzanne Audrey
    Minutes of the TRESA Directors Meeting held on 8th October 2024 at Clyde Road Present: Anne Silber (Chaired the meeting), Robin Millard, Miranda Walker, Charlie Mercer, Simon Hobeck, Suzanne Audrey (arrived during Treasurer’s Report due to attendance at Full Council meeting) Apologies: Carolyn Jones, Nick Walters No questions or matters were raised on the minutes[…]
  • Talk of Totterdown Autumn 2024
    by Carolyn Jones
    Available to view now online via TRESA Newsletters page and Facebook
  • Share Bristol news
    by Carolyn Jones
    Help Share Bristol as they launch Crowdfunder to bring its Library of Things concept to North Bristol Share Bristol is seeking support for its Crowdfunder to establish a third location for its Library of Things, this time in North Bristol. The small charity, which has been successfully running a Library of Things on Kingswood High[…]
  • TRESA objection to latest application for former Bart Spices site
    by Suzanne Audrey
    Another application has been submitted for the former Bart Spices factory site. 24/02678/X | Application for variation of Condition No 50 (List of approved plans) following grant of planning permission 21/06878/F Mixed-use redevelopment including 221 residential (C3) units and 651 sq.m. of commercial floorspace (Class E) on ground floor, together with a new vehicular access[…]
  • Totterdown Front Garden competition results
    by Suzanne Audrey
    TRESA awarded 350 Front Garden awards this year. Congratulations to everyone who received an award – and thank you for brightening up the streets of Totterdown. This year the prize winners are: Front Garden Planting – 9 Hill Street Nature Friendly – 25 Green Street Small Garden – joint winners 33 Arnos Street & 13[…]
  • Proposed closure of Bellevue Road/Wells Road junction
    by Suzanne Audrey
    TRESA submitted two questions to Bristol City Council Transport Committee on Thursday 11 July 2024, and received the following answers. We will keep this on TRESA’s agenda and update members and residents as we receive news. _______________________________________ Question. Is the proposed closure of the Bellevue Road/Wells Road junction going ahead?Officer ResponseThe closure of Bellevue Rd/Wells Rd[…]
  • Bruhaha is extending its summer opening hours for thirsty Totterdowners!
    by Carolyn Jones
  • 2024-05-14 Minutes of TRESA public meeting
    by Suzanne Audrey
    Present: Suzanne Audrey (Chair), Anne Silber (Vice-Chair), Carolyn Jones (Editor of Talk of Totterdown), Robin Millard (Company Secretary), Simon Hobeck (Treasurer), Miranda Walker (Director), Cllr Lisa Stone, Cllr Ed Plowden, and eight members of the public. The meeting was held at ArtPark, 143 Wells Road. Due to a change in circumstances the venue is no[…]
  • Talk of Totterdown – Summer 2024
    by Carolyn Jones
    The latest issue is now being delivered by our wonderful band of volunteers! News updates on TRESA, ZONE A, Totterdown Art Trail, Share Bristol, and lots of summer reading from our regular contributors! Enjoy!
  • Launching onto the Fediverse
    by Simon Hobeck
    If this works, this should be our first post on the Fediverse.
  • Celebration of cherry blossom in the Community Orchard
    by Anne Silber
    April 13th 2024. members of Tresa gathered in the orchard for a ‘hanami’ session or ‘viewing the flowers’ to celebrate the wonderful cherry blossom. There was a work party followed by a short picnic under the cherry blossom.
  • Totterdown bridge development update
    by Suzanne Audrey
    At the full council meeting on 12 March 2024, TRESA submitted a question to the outgoing mayor, Marvin Rees, about the unfinished towerblock development at Totterdown Bridge. The question and written response are set out in full below __________________________________________________________________________________ Subject: Totterdown BridgeThe towerblock development at Totterdown Bridge is currently unfinished, there is no sign of[…]
  • Talk of Totterdown, Spring 2024
    by Carolyn Jones
    There’s lots of positive community activity to celebrate in this issue as we emerge from the dark days of winter into Spring. With the blossom already on the cherry tree at Totterdown Square and our latest Community Mosaic now installed on the corner of Windsor Terrace and St Lukes Road, the colour is coming back![…]
  • TRESA objects to heritage & townscape impact report for former Bart Spices site
    by Suzanne Audrey
    TRESA has submitted a formal objection to the Heritage, Townscape and Visual Assessment statement recently submitted for the revised towerblock development on the former Bart Spices factory site at Mead Street. The statement is set out in full below. The application is here (comments can be submitted by clicking on ‘Make a comment’): 23/04650/X | Application[…]
  • Petition to protect Bedminster Green
    by Simon Hobeck
    Bedminster Green is under threat from several developments around the area. A petition has been created to protect the area, along with its majestic poplar trees. The petition can be accessed here: https://www.change.org/p/keep-bedminster-green-a-local-green-space?source_location=search An action day is also planned at the green for Saturday 13th January. Come along to hear more about the threats and how to[…]
  • The end of the elected Mayor system: what’s next?
    by Suzanne Audrey
    TRESA public meeting, Tuesday 9 January, 7.30pm, ArtPark 143 Wells Road In May, the elected mayor system will come to an end. Marvin Rees will stand down, there will be local elections, and the new committee system will take over. What is the committee system? How will it work? What does it mean for local[…]
  • Totterdown community mosaic – we need your help!
    by Suzanne Audrey
    TRESA is creating a mosaic to celebrate the diversity of Totterdown and we need your help! This is a fun activity, suitable for people of all ages, and no previous experience is needed. Workshops are taking place at ArtPark, 143 Wells Road, Totterdown BS4 2BU on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th January. The following workshop[…]
  • TRESA strongly objects to the latest application for the former Bart Spices site
    by Suzanne Audrey
    TRESA has submitted a strong objection to the latest application for the former Bart Spices factory site. The statement is reproduced in full below. The application is here (comments can be submitted by clicking on ‘Make a comment’): 23/04650/X | Application for variation of Condition Nos. 39 (Landscaping (Tree Planting) works), 45 (Use Class Restriction)[…]
  • Another change to the planning application for the former Bart Spices factory site, Mead Street
    by TRESA cic
    Following a failed attempt to describe major changes to the approved planning application for the former Bart Spices site as a ‘non-material amendment’, yet another modified planning application has been submitted. The application is here: 23/04650/X | Application for variation of Condition Nos. 39 (Landscaping (Tree Planting) works), 45 (Use Class Restriction) and 50 (List[…]
  • 2023-11-14 – AGM Minutes
    by TRESA cic
    Attendance: Suzanne Audrey, Anne Silber, Simon Hobeck, Miranda Walker, Nick Walters and 11 members of the public Apologies: Robin Millard, Carolyn Jones The AGM business was completed: – the Annual Report was delivered (see uploaded slides) – the Treasurer’s report was accepted (see uploaded accounts 2022/23) The following directors were re-elected: Suzanne Audrey, Chair; Anne[…]
  • Talk of Totterdown – Winter 2023
    by Carolyn Jones
    As we head into Winter there are still plenty of opportunities to get out and about – not least of which is Totterdown Arts Trail which this year features some 162 artists, makers and entertainers across a broad range of disciplines in homes and public venues across Totterdown. Most are open from 11am-6pm and some[…]
  • Proposed changes to scheme on former Bart Spices site are NOT a ‘non-material amendment’
    by TRESA cic
    TRESA is pleased to see that the Bristol City Council planning officer agrees with us, and others, that proposed changes to the approved scheme on the former Bart Spices site are not a ‘non-material amendment’. The officer concluded: “Overall the changes are considered to result in material differences to the approved scheme and would need[…]
  • The History of Totterdown Community Orchard
    by TRESA cic
    Totterdown Community Orchard was mostly planted in 2011 on waste land although work on clearing rubbish from the area and some planting had been started in 2006. The land is very steep, facing west and had previously been the site of two houses at the end of a terrace. The terrace – called “Pooles Crescent”[…]
  • TRESA objects to recent Mead Street planning application
    by TRESA cic
    TRESA has submitted a formal objection to the recent planning application (described as ‘non-material amendments) for the Mead Street development on former old Bart Spices factory site. Our objection is here: 23/03279/NMA | Application for a non-material amendment to vary condition 50 (list of approved plans and drawings) of permission 21/06878/F – Mixed-use redevelopment including[…]
  • Mead Street (former Bart Spices) changes to consented scheme
    by TRESA cic
    The developer of the former Bart Spices site at Mead Street has submitted an application for amendments to the scheme: 23/03279/NMA | Application for a non-material amendment to vary condition 50 (list of approved plans and drawings) of permission 21/06878/F – Mixed-use redevelopment including 221 residential (C3) units and 651 sq.m. of commercial floorspace (Class[…]
  • Sprucing up the Ravenswell mosaic!
    by TRESA cic
    The weather was kind to volunteers who formed a small working party to clean Totterdown’s community mosaic that commemorate the medieval friars who created a water storage chamber to pipe water from Pylle Hill down to the Temple area. The clean up was completed just before the heaven’s opened, and the rainwater will help to[…]
  • Concerns about Broadwalk planning application process
    by TRESA cic
    TRESA was concerned to see the results of Freedom of Information (FOI) requests relating to the unexpected reversal of the decision to refuse the hyperdense development at Broadwalk shopping centre. Given that the decision is affecting our neighbours, and that TRESA has had previous concerns about the process of decision-making by the same Development Control[…]
  • Taking action to protect our oceans from the detrimental effects of plastic pollution – Ecotribo
    by Carolyn Jones
    Ecotribo is a local sustainable business making headlines for all the right reasons! The home studio in BS3 opened as part of Totterdown Arts Trail in 2022, when visitors were invited to find out more about the process of creating plant pots and other products from recycled ocean plastics. Overcoming a host of challenges to[…]
  • Talk of Totterdown, Autumn issue 2023
    by Carolyn Jones
    Autumn certainly feels like it’s on its way;  September marks the return from holidays and back to work and school for many of us. The eagle-eyed amongst you will have noticed a large container appear on Zone A – fear not, it’s nothing suspicious, rather a key part of plans for the next phase of[…]
  • Bristol Civic Society concerns over temporary school site at Spring Street
    by TRESA cic
    Bristol Civic Society has expressed some important concerns about the arrangements for the temporary school at Spring Street, particularly in relation to the travel arrangements. We have reproduced their comments in full below. 23/01305/F | Demolition of existing buildings located on site. Provide 2no. two storey and 1no. single storey temporary buildings for secondary educational[…]
  • Talk of Totterdown, Summer 2023
    by Carolyn Jones
    As always, Totterdown is bursting with promise this summer, with family friendly activities taking place on our doorstep… TOTTERDOWN FRONT GARDEN Competition is a calendar highlight each year. There are 4 prizes of a £10 voucher for green fingered winners to spend with local businesses. Judging takes place throughout June with prizes awarded in early[…]
  • Totterdown bridge towerblock update
    by TRESA cic
    TRESA is grateful to Cllr Andrew Varney (Brislington, Liberal Democrat) who shared an update on the tower block building development at Totterdown Bridge. We have reproduced it in full below. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ We recently attended a meeting with Clarion, the owners of the Boatyard, to get an update on their unfinished development near the Totterdown Bridge.[…]
  • Temple Quarter update – lots of news!
    by TRESA cic
    Temple Quarter update – May 2023Welcome to our May update on Temple Quarter. In this newsletter you can read the latest information on the Temple Quarter Development Framework, harbour walkway, Grosvenor Hotel and much more.  Development Framework endorsed by Cabinet Bristol City Council’s Cabinet endorsed the Bristol Temple Quarter Development Framework on 2 May. The Framework sets out[…]
  • An update on Share Bristol’s plans to open a ‘Library of Things’ in south Bristol…
    by Carolyn Jones
    In the Spring issue of Talk of Totterdown we brought news of a fantastic ‘Library of Things’ situated on Kingswood High Street which boasts over 500 different items which can be borrowed from gardening equipment, to DIY tools to camping stuff. This simple but clever idea contributes to the circular economy – encouraging people to[…]
  • Gardening Club Totterdown Square, Oxford St
    by Anne Silber
    Tresa gardening club is a monthly gardening group who meet for a chat and a bit of social gardening every month, normally at 2pm on the second Monday of the month. During the Autumn the club members plant the tulip and other bulbs which then herald the arrival of Spring the following year. During other[…]
  • Orchard work party 23rd April 2023
    by Anne Silber
    Come and join us on Sunday in our lovely orchard at the bottom of Park St BS4 3BJ for a work party to get the orchard looking even more beautiful for the ‘Get Growing Trail’ in June. Bring gardening gloves, clippers and secateurs if you have them. Meeting at 11am.
  • Wildlife news
    by TRESA cic
    An update from My Wild Bedminster is reproduced below. Lots of interesting and inspiring information! _______________________________________________________________________________________ Even Greater Greater Bedminster? Given the number of agreed planning proposals, the population of BS3 (roughly Bedminster, Southville and Windmill Hill wards) is due to expand by about 44% over the next decade or so. That’s from about 37,000 people[…]
  • Talk of Totterdown – Spring 2023
    by Carolyn Jones
    Spring is finally on its way after what has seemed a very long winter, and, as the weather starts to get brighter, brings opportunities to get out and enjoy our green spaces.   Join the TACA team up at ‘Zone A’ on Wells Road for their Spring Forward event on 26th March, take a trip[…]
  • Temple Quarter consultation
    by TRESA cic
    Bristol Walking Alliance has made a comprehensive response to the Temple Quarter consultation, focusing on pedestrian routes and the public realm. As so much of this is relevant to Totterdown residents, we have reproduced it in full below. _________________________________________________ Bristol Walking Alliance (BWA) believes the design of the public realm around the Temple Quarter developments[…]
  • Update on proposals for Bristol’s new committee system of governance
    by TRESA cic
    The following report was produced by the working group who are developing Bristol’s new committee system of governance to replace the elected mayor system from May 2024. _______________________________________________________________________ Background At the Extraordinary Full Council meeting on 24 May 2022, Full Council noted the outcome of the referendum on how Bristol City Council is run and[…]
  • St Lukes Road pedestrian crossing update
    by TRESA cic
    TRESA asked a question, about the proposed new pedestrian crossing between St Lukes steps and Victoria Park, at the Area Committee 5 meeting on 10 November 2022 (Public Pack)Public Forum Agenda Supplement for Area Committee 5, 10/11/2022 17:30 (bristol.gov.uk) and received the following response: The public engagement exercise that took place in July and August[…]
  • Mayor responds to transport issues affecting Totterdown
    by TRESA cic
    At this month’s Bristol City Council Member’s Forum, Mayor Marvin Rees was asked two questions about transport issues affecting Totterdown. Full Compiled Member Forum Answers 8 Nov 2022 final.pdf (bristol.gov.uk) The questions and answers are reproduced in full below. ____________________________________________________________________________________ Question(s) to the Mayor from Councillor Ed PlowdenSubject: HGVs and yellow lines HGVs – PreambleAlong[…]
  • Talk of Totterdown, Winter 2022 now out…
    by Carolyn Jones
    Get out there and get involved with FRONT ROOM, Totterdown Art Trail which runs over the weekend of 19 and 20 November! The latest issue gives a flavour of what’s to come; artists to watch out for and venues taking part. Check the Art Trail booklet, which is now available in many of our local[…]
  • TRESAcic Equal Opportunities Monitoring Survey (October 2022)
    by Simon Hobeck
    TRESA is a registered company and we often have to apply for grant money towards our projects. A common condition of receiving grants is that organisations conduct equal opportunities monitoring to ensure we are fairly representing our neighbourhood. TRESA covers the small, beautiful area of Totterdown and we only have 108 paid members, yet we[…]
  • TRESA concerns over Mead Street planning application approval
    by TRESA cic
    TRESA has submitted a statement (reproduced in full below) on the Bristol City Council planning website following the decision by Development Control Committee A to go against the officer recommendation and approve the hyper-dense planning application on the old Bart Spice site. _____________________________________ 21/06878/F | Mixed-use redevelopment including 221 residential (C3) units and 651 sq.m.[…]
  • Tresa Public meeting Tuesday 13th Sept
    by Anne Silber
    Tresa Public meeting on Tuesday 13th September starting at 19.30 at Art Park. Officers from Avon and Somerset Police will be in attendance
  • Talk of Totterdown Autumn 2022
    by Carolyn Jones
    After the significant thunder and lightning and heavy rain recently, we appear to be headed for a period of calm – although how long that will last is not certain! At least the downpour makes things feel a little fresher and the parched earth across the country will be glad of a refresher. Heading into[…]
  • Wildlife news
    by TRESA cic
    Latest update from Ben Barker and My Wild Bedminster What a Difference a Day Makes In the last Wildlife News, we reported that the BS3 Wildlife Group had failed to secure £5,000 to fund Bristol Avon Rivers Trust (BART) to undertake a survey of Colliter’s Brook as part of our aim to enhance the stream[…]
  • Detailed objection to proposal at Mead Street (old Bart Spices site)
    by TRESA cic
    Another comprehensive objection to the development proposal for the old Bart Spices site is reproduced in full below. You can submit your views by clicking on the ‘Make a comment’ tab here: 21/06878/F | Mixed-use redevelopment including 221 residential (C3) units and 651 sq.m. of commercial floorspace (Class E) on ground floor, together with a[…]
  • Objections to development proposal on old Bart Spices site
    by TRESA cic
    TRESA supports the objections raised by a Totterdown resident (set out below) in relation to the inadequately ‘revised’ development proposal on the old Bart Spices site at the corner of St Lukes Road and York Road. Please submit objections (‘make a comment’) here: 21/06878/F | Mixed-use redevelopment including 221 residential (C3) units and 651 sq.m.[…]
  • Update on St Lukes Road pedestrian crossing
    by TRESA cic
    TRESA asked for a full update, including the process and timescales, for the new pedestrian crossing on St Lukes Road and received the response below. Please support the crossing by completing the survey here: St Luke’s Road – Proposed Zebra Crossing | Consultation and Engagement Hubask.bristol.gov.uk It isn’t perfect, as it is not on the[…]
  • More wildlife news
    by TRESA cic
    A newsletter for the Wildlife Groups of Bristol and South Glos. More on Gulls A few people responded to the piece on gulls in the last edition. Here’s what Jen wrote, ‘Many years ago I was working for the University. Every morning I walked up University Rd, past the Maths department gardens on the right hand side. A small,[…]
  • Fishstock is back!
    by Carolyn Jones
    Sunday 10 July, 12-6pm on Zone A
  • Summerland…
    by Carolyn Jones
    Fundraising event at Knowle Constitutional Club
  • Bristol Civic Society comments on Mead Street proposals
    by TRESA cic
    Comments by Bristol Civic Society on the Mead Street survey on emerging principles and concepts for regeneration – January 2022 Bristol Civic Society supports the four Guiding Principles listed in the survey on Mead Street Regeneration: 1. Making it a place people want to live and work, are proud of and which is representative of[…]
  • Talk of Totterdown Issue 65 – Summer 2022
    by Carolyn Jones
    There’s plenty going on in Totterdown this summer, with a host of family friendly events taking place on our doorstep. July 9, 10.30-6pm: SummerLand at Knowle Constitutional Club – featuring a market of independent makers and creators. Sausagegenius 10.30-2pm and Fanny Tingle cream teas from 3-5.30pm, and the bar will be open. July 10. 12-6pm:[…]