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A specially curated guide to help you enjoy the next 48 hours (or more) in Bristol
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CHARITY | ONE-OFF BENEFIT GIG
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IDLES, Portishead and more to play Ukrainian HELP! Concert for War Child
IDLES, Portishead, Billy Nomates, Katy J Pearson, Heavy Lungs and Wilderman will play a one-off benefit gig for War Child at the O2 Academy Bristol on Bank Holiday Monday 2 May 2022.
Friendly Records, Crosstown Concerts and War Child UK have joined forces to bring this huge fundraising concert for Ukraine to Bristol. The concert’s 1200 exclusive tickets will only be available through a £10 prize draw. Proceeds raised prior to and during the six-hour special will go to War Child UK, helping them to continue their work supporting refugees and children affected by war and conflict around the world.
The prize draw can be entered either by donating online or for free by sending a postcard with the entrant’s name, address and contact details clearly written in black or blue ink to WAR CHILD BRISTOL, Studio 320, Highgate Studios, 53-79 Highgate Road, London NW5 1TL.
Everyone entering the prize draw will have access to a high quality online live stream of the whole event. Every £10 donated will receive three separate entries into the prize draw, alternatively, anyone can enter the draw for free. All ticket details can be found here: ticketmaster.co.uk/WarChildBristol. The draw closes at midnight on Sunday 24 April. Winners will be chosen at random on Monday 25 April.
warchild.org.uk
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OUR APRIL ISSUE: OUT NOW
Our April magazine features a collection of great reading by our team of wonderful writers as well as beautifully presented advertising by Bristol's best businesses. We hope you'll enjoy the read!
15,000 copies are delivered door to door, and you can pick up a copy at many places around town – including our stands at Waitrose, John Lewis, House of Fraser and Harvey Nichols.
You can read the digital version of our current issue by clicking here!
And if you would like to have a copy sent in the post every month, then we offer a postal subscription for just £30 for 12 issues, £15 for six issues or buy a copy for just £3.95. UK mainland prices. For Euro and World zone subscription prices – see our website.
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COMPETITION | WINNING WORDS
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Win a £25 John Lewis voucher
This week's 14 letter word is made up including the above letters in green. We’ve placed 2 letters to give you a start. The blue letters are used more than once.
Clue: a type of person we're pretty familiar with here in the UK...
Make sure to follow us on twitter ( @thebristolmag ) to see the answer: posted on a Wednesday afternoon. Winners picked at random.
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| The Future of Food with Cinead McTernan |
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Bristol author, editor and renowned garden writer, Cinead McTernan, has worked in horticulture for nearly 15 years. her fourth book, City Veg: Inspiration from an Urban Garden, happens to be the perfect read for us inner city dwellers. If you’re looking to build a botanical ecosystem of your own this spring, this one’s for you…
Read the full article on The Bristol Magazine website: thebristolmag.co.uk
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WEEKEND RECIPE | A MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN
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| Recipe by Melissa Blease |
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| Rhubarb and Custard Bread and Butter Pudding |
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No, that's not a typo; this really is a failsafe recipe for two Great British Classic puds in one! From crumbles to jam via cakes, fools, compotes and even (or especially!) gin, rhubarb is the British seasonal treat that you can – and should – make the very most of from now until around the end of the summer.
As we slowly slide out of the cold, hard winter months into the softer spring season, this recipe combines a classic cold-season comforter with the bright, fresh, fruity flavours of a new season, guaranteed to tempt even the most rhubarb-averse into a spot of over-indulgence.
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150g golden caster sugar
The zest of 1 unwaxed lemon and 1 small orange, plus a squeeze of juice from both
375g trimmed rhubarb chopped into 4cm chunks
400ml whole milk
300ml double cream
1 vanilla pod, halved lengthways (or 1 tsp vanilla essence)
4 tbsp custard powder
3 large eggs plus 1 yolk
50g softened butter
250g soft brioche loaf
2 tbsp icing sugar
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1. Put 50g of the caster sugar into the base of a large frying pan that will roughly fit the rhubarb in a single layer. Add 100ml of water plus 1 tbsp each of the orange and lemon juice. Cook together slowly over a medium heat to create a syrup and, just as it comes to the boil, quickly add the rhubarb and simmer for 1-2 minutes, turning the rhubarb halfway through. Drain the rhubarb through a sieve into a bowl and reserve the syrupy liquid. Set the syrup and the drained rhubarb to one side to cool.
2. Lightly grease a deep baking dish, (approx. 30cm x 20cm) with butter and slice the brioche loaf into thick slices.
3. Put the milk, cream, vanilla pod (or vanilla essence), lemon and orange zests and diced stem ginger (if using) into a saucepan. Over a medium heat, gently bring to just-about-boiling point boil and keep warm while you tip the remaining 100g sugar into a large bowl and whisk together with the custard powder and 1 whole egg until you have created a smooth paste. Whisk the remaining eggs and the egg yolk into the paste followed by the warm cream/milk (keep whisking as you go, to avoid curdling). Take the pan off the heat.
4. Cover the base of the prepared baking dish with just-overlapping slices of brioche then make layers of brioche/rhubarb until the dish is filled, finishing with a layer of brioche on the top. Slowly and evenly sieve the custard mixture over the whole dish. Allow the custard to soak into the pudding for a minimum of 30 minutes (you can, at this stage, refrigerate and leave to soak for up to 4 hours).
4. Around 1 hour before you're ready to eat the pudding, preheat the oven to 180°C/gas mark 4 and boil a full kettle. Sit the baking dish in a deep roasting tin and pour in enough boiling water to come halfway up the sides of the dish. Sift the icing sugar over the top then bake for 35-40 minutes or until the pudding is puffed and golden, and the custard just set. Take great care when you remove the dish from the oven as the water will be very hot.
5. Allow the pudding to settle for around 10 minutes before serving warm with dollops of double cream (or ice cream?) on the side.
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FOUR OF A KIND | SEASONAL SUPPER
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| Words by Melissa Blease |
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| Four ways with Spring Lamb Chops |
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| Minty Lamb Lollipops |
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Whisk 1 garlic clove (crushed), 1 small red chilli (finely chopped), ½ bunch of fresh mint (finely chopped), the juice of ½ lemon and 1 tbsp olive oil together in a small bowl. Lay 8-12 lamb cutlets (depending on size) in another bowl and cover with the marinade. Leave to marinate in the fridge for up to 8 hours (but even 30 minutes will make a big difference to the end result). Preheat a griddle pan or the grill, and griddle/grill the chops over/under a medium heat for around 4-5 minutes each side, depending on thickness – you're looking for a nicely caramelised crust but you don't want the meat to cook past the point of pink. Serve the chops with piles of buttered, minted peas or broad beans and chunks of crusty bread to soak up the juices.
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| Lamb Chops with Rosemary-roasted Potatoes and Red Pepper Salsa |
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Preheat the oven to 190°C/gas mark 5. Tumble 1kg small, unpeeled potatoes into a roasting tin, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with 1 tbsp freshly-chopped rosemary, season well and roast for around 1 hour, turning occasionally until the skins are crisp and the inside fluffy. Meanwhile, season 8-12 lamb cutlets (depending on size) with plenty of salt and pepper. Make a slit between the bone and meat in each chop, then push a sliver of garlic and small sprig of rosemary into each slit. Drain 1 x 290g jar of roasted red peppers and chop into chunky dice. Add 1 clove of garlic (crushed), 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp lemon juice and 3 tbsp olive oil, season well, stir to combine and set to one side. Preheat a griddle pan or the grill and cook the chops as above. Serve the chops with the roast potatoes, dolloped with the salsa.
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| Grilled Lamb Chops with Chickpea Mash and Red Onion Pickle |
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Peel and thinly-slice 1 large red onion. Place in a small bowl with 1 heaped tsp caster sugar, cover with around 2 tbsp red wine vinegar and set to one side. Preheat the grill to high. Lay 8-12 chops (depending on size) on a baking tray, alongside 2 large, thickly-sliced courgettes. Drizzle lightly with olive oil, season well and grill for around 5 minutes on each side or until the courgettes have caramelised nicely and the chops are charred on the outside and pink and juicy within. While the lamb and courgettes are grilling, drain 2 x 400g cans of chickpeas into a sieve and rinse with boiling water. Tip the warm chickpeas into a blender or food processor with 1-2 tbsp olive oil, 50g feta cheese (cubed) and 1 tbsp boiling water. Season well and process to form a loose mash. Serve the lamb chops and courgettes with the chickpea mash topped with the red onion pickle, another handful of cubed feta and a sprinkling of chopped fresh mint.
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| Harissa Lamb Chops with Fruity Herb Couscous |
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Coat 8-12 lamb cutlets (depending on size) with harissa paste. Leave to marinate for 15 minutes while you make the Fruity Herb Couscous: heat 300ml fresh orange juice in a small saucepan. Chop 12 dried apricots, add to the orange juice and bring to the boil. Take the pan off the heat and add 200g couscous. Cover and set aside for 5 minutes while you peel and finely slice 1 red onion, preheat the grill to high, lay the chops in an even layer on the grill pan and start cooking for 4-5 minutes each side. When the couscous has absorbed all the liquid, add the onion and 1 tsp red wine vinegar and fluff up with a fork. Add 1 handful chopped parsley, 1 handful chopped fresh mint, 30g toasted pine nuts and plenty of black pepper and stir gently to combine. When the chops are cooked through, serve on top of the warm couscous.
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WEEKEND WINE | A DOZEN FOR EASTER
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| Save 20% off ALL wines when you buy 12 or more |
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With Easter around the corner and the weather looking promising, it is time to stock up on your favourite wines. The Great Wine Company have a special offer of 20% off all wines when you buy 12 bottles or more – so mix as much as you like.
We’ve picked these 3 whites and 3 reds because they are great value – even before the discount – get two bottles of each, or make your own 12 bottle choice.
QL Flowers Vinho Verde – Quinta da Lixa
A lip-smackingly delicious Vinho Verde, with aromas of apple and grapefruit alongside herbal notes. The palate is medium-bodied and refreshing, with the classic touch of spritz. £9.50
Touraine Sauvignon Blanc – Lionel Gosseaume
Beautifully fresh, complex aromas of spring flowers, fresh mint, capsicum and pea pod. Rounded texture, kept fresh with vibrant acidity. An outstanding French wine and excellent value. £13.95
Entre-Deux-Mers 'Vieilles Vignes’– Château Sainte Marie
The smell is so appetising that it invites you to take a sip. Brisk and mouth-watering on the palate, balanced by some breadth and weight of texture. £13.95
Rosso di Montepulciano – Poliziano
This is really cracking; great finesse and precision underlaid with power and weight. Intense black fruits of damson and black cherry are wrapped by super-fine tannins, plenty of refreshing acidity and with just the right amount of oak. £15.95
Journey Collection Crianza – Ramon Bilbao
Notes of black fruit and fresh red berries, sweet, spicy aromas of vanilla, cumin, pastries and nuances of wild herbs. A fresh, intense mouth-feel with good acidity and ripe tannins. It is a really well balanced, harmonious wine. £12.75
Fincas Cabernet Franc – Trapiche
A fragrance of violets followed by red fruits, a whiff of spice and a savoury splash of balsamic. £15.50
Offer ends Monday 18 April 2022 – some terms and conditions apply.
Click here to see all the wines.
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OBJECT OF INTEREST | FABERGÉ
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| Fabergé eggs for Easter |
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The Fabergé dynasty really began in 1882 when Peter Carl Fabergé took over his father’s very ordinary 40 year jewellery business. Together with his brother Agathon, he quickly transformed it into an international phenomenon.
The success of the two brothers was changing the nature of the business. Out went the then-fashionable style where diamonds prevailed. In came the design-led artist-jeweller with a penchant for colour through both stones and reviving the lost art of enamelling.
They added objets deluxe to their repertoire, including objets de fantaisie such as the Imperial Easter Eggs, now regarded as pinnacles of the goldsmiths’ art.
Today these are treasured in some of the world’s leading museums and private collections. The craftsmanship of all their creations was of the very finest standard. This formula of design and craftsmanship made Fabergé irresistible and the ultimate objects to own, as well as the gift of choice.
These Fabergé egg pendants are not only wearable and highly collectable but are keepsake investments to be treasured for years to come. From left to right:
- Fabergé Heritage Palais Tsarskoye Selo 18ct rose gold rose enamel and diamond pendant and 18 inch chain £4,560
- Fabergé Essence Spiral 18ct yellow gold and diamond pendant and 20 inch chain. £3,360
- Fabergé Heritage Palais Yelagin 18ct white gold royal blue enamel and diamond pendant and 20 inch chain. £6,480
- Fabergé Heritage 18ct rose and yellow gold red enamel and diamond pendant and 20 inch chain. £5,520
There’s a full range of Fabergé jewellery to be discovered at Mallory Jewellers: click here to see more.
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Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Omega Rich Cloud Cream
This night cream from Kiehl's helps visibly plump and replenish your skin’s protective lipid barrier. Cloud-like and lightweight, the cream is 98.6% naturally derived* and infused with Omega 3 & 6 Fatty Acids and the Kiehls proprietary blend of rejuvenating botanicals that sink right into the skin, delivering visible radiance. Wake up with plumper, more youthful looking skin by morning. £41
You can purchase the Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Cream on Kiehl's website: kiehls.co.uk.
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FASHION | LAYERS FOR SPRING
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Bellerose Loud Jacket in Iris
Keep bad weather at bay with this reversible hooded Loud Jacket from Bellerose. Crafted with one side in a cotton blend and the other in a water repellent nylon, it is perfect to enjoy the ever changing spring weather. The jacket is slightly oversized with a cropped boxy cut. Featuring an elasticated waist, contrasting drawstring and zip, elasticated cuffs and waist and a slightly longer length on the back. £199
Available online from the Maze Clothing website: mazeclothing.co.uk. Alternatively, browse the Maze collection in-store at 26-28 The Mall, Clifton, Bristol BS8 4DS.
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ON THE BOX | A TRIP DOWN NOSTALGIA LANE
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Netflix: Apollo 10 1/2: A Space Age Childhood
A man narrates stories of his life as a 10-year-old boy in 1969 Houston, weaving tales of nostalgia with a fantastical account of a journey to the moon.
Starring Jack Black, Bill Wise and Lee Eddy; directed by Richard Linklater.
Apollo 10 1/2: A Space Age Childhood is available to watch now on Netflix: netflix.com
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THE MAGAZINE KIOSK | WHY WE LOVE PRINT
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Curated by Daniel McCabe
Other than the odd font tweak on the cover and a couple of minor price rises, we have to salute the consistency of The Gentlewoman. This Dutch-owned, London-based magazine is highly regarded as a ground-breaker in its field yet it always looks the same and, content-wise, always manages to come up with the goods. So it it goes without saying that the Spring 22 issue is predictably fabulous. Fronted by actor-writer and creator of Russian Doll, Natasha Lyonne (inventively photographed by Inez and Vinoodh), you'll also find features on fashion designer Zandra Rhodes, the American Irish dancer Morgan Bullock, artist Sonia Boyce and model Edie Campbell. £10
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Magalleria is a Bath-based shop and online retailer, selling fine and interesting magazines from independent and selected publishers from all over the globe. Visit the website to find out more: magalleria.co.uk
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CIRCUS | TRULY SPECTACULAR
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The Revel Puck Circus bring The Wing Scuffle Spectacular to Bristol
"The Revel Pucks describe the The Wing Scuffle Spectacular as a "celebration of fear" : and that it certainly is. From heights, to (stuffed-toy) lions – to the audience itself – each act sees a performer overcome something of which he or she is afraid. It’s wonderful – and really quite uplifting – to watch. The Revel Pucks teach us to jump even when we’re afraid to fall, and to dance with the things that frighten us the most..."
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From 7-24 April, The Revel Puck Circus are in Bristol with their latest show, The Wing Scuffle Spectacular. To read our full review, head over to The Bristol Magazine website: thebristolmagazine.co.uk; you can book tickets for The Wing Scuffle Spectacular on The Revel Puck Circus website: revelpuckcircus.com
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FAIR | LET'S GO ANTIQUING
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Antique and Vintage Fair, Ashton Court Mansion, 10 April, 10am-3.30pm
- 40 quality stalls: all indoors
- Antiques & collectables
- Vintage & reclaimed
- Café with afternoon cream teas
- £2 entry (under 16s free)
Held at Ashton Court Mansion, Long Ashton Bristol BS41 9JN; Car Park access: Kennel Lodge entrance off Portishead Rd A369
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Roberto Fonseca, St George's Bristol, 23 April, 8pm
Roberto Fonseca, a scintillating pianist with a questing jazz sensibility and deep roots in the Afro Cuban tradition, makes a welcome return to St George’s.
Fonseca had already released three albums when in the early 2000s he joined Buena Vista Social Club, touring with legends such as Omara Portuondo. He has since continued to expand his solo repertoire with Grammy Nominated Yo, ABUC, and an acclaimed live collaboration with Fatoumata Diawara.
The latest (9th) album, released in 2019 “presents a Cuba without borders” says Fonseca: “I’m building bridges between my Afro-Cuban traditions and other styles of music and doing some of the crazy things I love doing live […] I’m bringing in ideas I’ve absorbed over many years of touring the world. I’m taking Cuban music forward”.
Tickets available from the St George’s Bristol website: stgeorgesbristol.co.uk
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Bristol’s Bears come face to face at Wild Place Project
Bristol Bears’ playing squad are due to meet their namesakes at Wild Place Project next month.
First team players and staff will head to the attraction’s Bear Wood exhibit on Tuesday April 19 to meet the four European brown bears which live there.
Visitors to Wild Place Project will be able to meet the players at Bear Wood, where they will sign autographs and pose for photos from 12.30 until 1.15pm.
Players from the squad first visited Bear Wood soon after it opened in 2019, but this is the first time they have been back since COVID forced Wild Place Project to close for much of 2020 and 2021.
James Kitto, Head of Commercial Operations at Wild Place Project, said: “We are delighted to be welcoming the Bristol Bears players back to reunite with their four-legged counterparts after almost three years, and to offer our visitors the chance to meet the city’s two sets of bears at the same time!”
The Bristol Bears first team will be visiting Wild Place Project on Tuesday April 19 from 12.30 until 1.15pm at Bear Wood. The meet and greet event is free but usual admission prices apply. To avoid disappointment, pre-book your visit and allow enough time to walk from admission to the Bear Wood exhibit: wildplace.org.uk
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TEAM NEWS | SALE SHARKS V BRISTOL BEARS
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Champions Cup, AJ Bell Stadium, Saturday 9 April, 1pm Kick Off
Kyle Sinckler makes his return to action for Bristol Bears’ Heineken Champions Cup round of 16 first leg clash with Sale Sharks at the AJ Bell on Saturday (1pm KO, live on Channel 4 & BT Sport).
The British & Irish Lions prop is joined in the pack by Nathan Hughes, back from his loan spell with Bath, as Pat Lam makes ten changes for the trip to the North West.
Bryan Byrne is named at hooker and Jake Woolmore returns to the front row, while Sam Jeffries comes in at openside. Australian international Luke Morahan makes his first start since 5 February, joining Jack Bates and Alapati Leiua in the back three.
Piers O’Conor partners Sam Bedlow in the midfield, with England scrum half Harry Randall partnering Callum Sheedy at half back.
Steven Luatua makes a welcome return from a dislocated wrist suffered in the defeat to Harlequins last month.
Follow the Bristol Bears on Twitter: twitter.com
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OUTDOOR LIVING | WARM SUMMER NIGHTS
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Kadai Firebowls
The red hot garden accessory of 2022 - these are great for generating heat, cooking on and just for helping you find some joy all year round.
Original Kadais are up to 100 years old. Each one completely unique with a rich heritage from years of use as cooking bowls at weddings and festivals across India. Hand-picked in Rajasthan and available in sizes from 60cm – 170cm diameter. The Kadai can be raised to the perfect cooking height with a handmade iron stand or can be used as an impressive fire bowl to enjoy evenings under the stars throughout the year. Visit the Boniti showroom on the A46 to see an impressive selection of Kadais and accessories.
Boniti, Dunsdon Barn, Nr Bath SN14 8JA. Tel: 01225 892200 Web: boniti.com
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PROPERTY | ROOM WITH A VIEW
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The Scop, Almondsbury, Bristol BS32
Offered for sale by Ocean Estate Agents
This is a beautiful, light and airy executive 4/5 double bedroom detached home with integral double garage set on the edge of one of the most sought after semi-rural villages in North Bristol, "Lower Almondsbury". The property offers spectacular 180 degrees of uninterrupted views across fields onto the Severn Estuary and beyond.
The entrance to the house is via the double doors onto a grand entrance hall with fully tiled floor and access into a large double integral garage with rear lobby area. On the first floor you will find 4 double bedrooms one of which can be used as a study, brand new family bathroom and a further master bedroom with large 4 piece en-suite as well as a dressing room.
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On the second floor there’s a large dual aspect living room, spacious dining room with bi-folding doors leading out onto a large decked area, an open plan kitchen/family room with bi-folding doors onto a large balcony offering fantastic views. There is also a large sun terrace which offers beautiful views looking over to Wales.
Throughout the property there has been extensive updating which is a credit to the current owners who have turned this house into a beautiful and substantial modern family home. Outside are the front and rear gardens that are mature and offer fantastic space as well as ample parking for cars on the front private driveway.
Guide price £1,150,000. For more information and images click here to see The Scop featured on the Ocean Home website.
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