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Dog fouling
Started this discussion. Last reply by John Mayne Jun 2, 2016. 2 Replies 1 Like
Walking through our park this morning, I saw a large dog - black curly hair - defecating on the grass. I looked around, but there was no-one - other than me - within 30 yards.So I watched the dog as…Continue
Dog-walking as a social activity
Started Feb 22, 2012 0 Replies 0 Likes
It is quite normal to see dog-walkers chatting as they stroll around the park: but please, please, keep an eye on your dog. Once again I have had to ask who a particular dog belongs to, when it has…Continue
Park Trashing discussion
Started this discussion. Last reply by Bill Singleton Apr 14, 2011. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Who closed the discussion, and why?
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Bill Singleton commented on Fo SAP's event 'Play area redevelopment'"I would be happy to see the play area expanded. On a busy day it can be quite crowded, while the rest of the park is very much less used.
It appears that many people prefer the closed area - whether this is for child security (as long as the…"
Bill Singleton might attend Fo SAP's event
Play area redevelopment at on this website
August 7, 2016 at 6pm to August 31, 2016 at 7pm
Possible further development of the play area in St Andrews ParkFriends of St Andrews Park, in consultation with Bristol City Council, is considering the longer term needs of the play area in the park, including the playground and paddling pool. The play area is very popular but some of the equipment is ageing, some groups of children may be less well catered for, and there are some issues with drainage and layout on the site. FoSAP is therefore in the process of applying for a Wellbeing grant…See More
"Hello Bill,
We have been in touch within the last weei with Sarah Tyler, our BCC Parks co-ordinator, to ask for new signs to be put up reminding people that the entrance you mention is part of the dog-free zone. We usually get a…"
Bill Singleton commented on Jon Rogers's video
Vans parking around St Andrews Park, Bristol
"It is legal for them to park there, whether we like it or not. I have on occasion tried to suggest to drivers of such vehicles that they could be parked elsewhere, with no luck. I have heard the same from other people living near…"
Bill Singleton replied to Bill Singleton's discussion Dog fouling"There doesn't seem to be much interest here in the question of dog behaviour - however, call this a blog.For the third time this year I've had to tell people they cannot take their dog into the park through the gate by the Somerville Rd…"
Bill Singleton posted a discussionDog fouling
Walking through our park this morning, I saw a large dog - black curly hair - defecating on the grass. I looked around, but there was no-one - other than me - within 30 yards.So I watched the dog as it ran off towards two women, deep in conversation, backs to the dog.I asked them if it was their dog, and on hearing that it was, told them what it had done. One of them said 'Oh, he's watching it' indicating two men, also deep in conversation, following 50 yards behind.So I told the men what the…See More
Bill Singleton posted a discussionDogs again
Over the years I've told many people that dogs aren't allowed in the dog-free part of the park. Reactions have ranged from being ignored, through being abused, to being threatened. I had one 10-year-old boy follow me around shouting 'paedophile'.These two, this morning, were different. Polite, contrite, and apologetic. They…See More
Bill Singleton replied to martin weitz's discussion Should smoking be banned in UK parks?"I'm happy to discourage - even forbid - smoking in the designated children's area, but perhaps it would be a little draconian to ban it throughout the park. For now, that is. It may be that public opinion -…"
Bill Singleton replied to martin weitz's discussion DOG ATTACK THIS MORNING"I have just emailed this to bishopstonvoice, having read the letter in the Jan 15 issue:
Recent correspondence on dogs in St Andrews park has presented different views. I am moved to add my comment.
I have walked through the park daily…"
Bill Singleton posted a discussionDog-walking as a social activity
It is quite normal to see dog-walkers chatting as they stroll around the park: but please, please, keep an eye on your dog. Once again I have had to ask who a particular dog belongs to, when it has fouled the grass 50 yards from where its oblivious owner was too engaged to keep an eye on it.See More
Bill Singleton replied to martin weitz's discussion OUR DAILY TRASHED PARK"Who knows, Doug?
I was in the park one day during the week and watched a police vehicle come in the bottom gate, do a turn up through the park by the toilets, and drive out again. A couple near me were somewhat bemused, but I explained…"
Bill Singleton replied to martin weitz's discussion OUR DAILY TRASHED PARK"Yes, lovely. We had coffee and cake in the middle of the day, and enjoyed sitting there people-watching for a while. Lots of people enjoying and respecting the park, and each other."
Bill Singleton replied to martin weitz's discussion OUR DAILY TRASHED PARK"Coffee and cake is on me. ;o)"
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- Do you live in Bristol
- Yes
- How often do you use St Andrews Park
- Once a day
- What is it about St Andrews Park you like
- The trees.
Comment Wall (5 comments)
- At 8:23 on January 6, 2011,
sarah mcmurchie said… in fact this last message is not from my son Sam, but from Sarah as you no doubt guessed
dont know how to amend!!!!!!!!!!aaagghh!!!!!!! Sarah
- At 20:14 on November 26, 2010,
John Mayne said…
- Bill,
I have followed the Forum correspondence with growing concern. I’m sorry that you feel so upset in this matter and I regret that things have reached this stage. Georgia is no doubt appreciative of your advice and, judging by her last posting, recognised that there was little that could be done at this stage. It’s a shame that things could not have been left there. For sadly, once the discussion became personal, the Forum was no longer the appropriate place for it. Nothing will be gained either in Georgia’s interest or that of the Friends by further argument. If Des does not want to continue the correspondence, I’m afraid that is his prerogative.
It is not for me to take sides in this issue, so could I ask you please to consider the matter closed with respect to the Forum, even though I do understand that you still feel aggrieved.
John
- At 20:05 on November 24, 2010,
- Bill,
Could you let me know the topic that you wish to expand on please.
Thanks,
John
- At 12:59 on June 23, 2010, Emma Jane Downing said…
- Agree with entirely. Hopefully it will be fixed soon.
Kind regards
Emma
- At 21:19 on June 22, 2010, Emma Jane Downing said…
- Hi Bill
My name is Emma Downing and I am one of the playground convenors for FoSap along with Anna King.
We are onto the council re the gate. THe plan is to make it swing 'up hill' only so that it is a little more difficult for the children to escape into the wider park area/cafe area. It was not part of the original contract, I understand, to sort this out as the money we received was for the improvement and installation of play equipment rather that enhancement ofthe boundary fence/gating.
Fear not though we have it on the radar. Please do let Anna or I know if there is anything else we can help you with re the play area.
Kind regards
Emma
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