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Shire

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A local community newspaper with news and views from the Shirehampton area.

 

Serving the residents of Shirehampton, Bristol for over 50 years.

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                  May 2026                   Edition No: 652

Norman Routledge: community building conservationist

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Norman Routledge, who died on 15 November 2025 aged 68, devoted himself to the restoration and repurposing of historic buildings in the Bristol area, including Kings Weston House in Shirehampton, breathing new life into community assets that had seen better days.

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Please click on the Photograph to find out more about Norman's work.

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Recent Community Events

Below are some of the events that have been happening in Shire and other local communities.
For even more information about local events please view the PDF of the Shire newspaper above and visit our Regular Events page.

Santa Dash- December 2025

Photos by Bob Pitchford

Remembrance Day - November 2025

Photos by Kathryn Courtney

Poppies on the Green - November 2025

Photos by Kathryn Courtney
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Shire Publications

Shirehampton Library,

Shirehampton Public Hall,

Station Road ,

Shirehampton,

Bristol,

BS11 9TU.

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