Rob Acton-Campbell
@robcrewshole.bsky.social
Trustee for Your Park & St George CA. Committee member Friends of Troopers Hill. Love East Bristol.
Some good research highlighted in this article in the @theguardian.com www.theguardian.com/environment/...
But being close to green space is only part of the story. Even if you are within 15 mins of green space there may still be barriers that dtop you using it.
But being close to green space is only part of the story. Even if you are within 15 mins of green space there may still be barriers that dtop you using it.
Access-to-nature crisis ‘on par with that of Victorian Britain’s filthy air’
Research finds many in England lack proximity to green and blue spaces as Labour urged to speed up manifesto pledge
www.theguardian.com
September 17, 2026 at 10:14 AM
Some good research highlighted in this article in the @theguardian.com www.theguardian.com/environment/...
But being close to green space is only part of the story. Even if you are within 15 mins of green space there may still be barriers that dtop you using it.
But being close to green space is only part of the story. Even if you are within 15 mins of green space there may still be barriers that dtop you using it.
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❗️First in history - a battle of sea unmanned vessels.
A Ukrainian Sargan destroyed a Russian naval drone.
Ukrainian Navy conducted this successful operation in the Black Sea together with Ukrainian Defense Intelligence.
A Ukrainian Sargan destroyed a Russian naval drone.
Ukrainian Navy conducted this successful operation in the Black Sea together with Ukrainian Defense Intelligence.
September 12, 2026 at 3:51 PM
❗️First in history - a battle of sea unmanned vessels.
A Ukrainian Sargan destroyed a Russian naval drone.
Ukrainian Navy conducted this successful operation in the Black Sea together with Ukrainian Defense Intelligence.
A Ukrainian Sargan destroyed a Russian naval drone.
Ukrainian Navy conducted this successful operation in the Black Sea together with Ukrainian Defense Intelligence.
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The BS5 community is working to buy this building and ensure it is protected for community use. I’ve been volunteering at the cake stall at today’s fundraiser as an astonishing £85,000 out of the £400k needed has been pledged. Make your pledge here. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
September 12, 2026 at 2:13 PM
The BS5 community is working to buy this building and ensure it is protected for community use. I’ve been volunteering at the cake stall at today’s fundraiser as an astonishing £85,000 out of the £400k needed has been pledged. Make your pledge here. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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🚉 The new entrance to Bristol Temple Meads has opened, transforming access to the railway and creating a new gateway to #Bristol. 🙌
The eastern entrance opens directly onto the new campus, dramatically improving connectivity:
👉 https://bit.ly/4xHkBwL
The eastern entrance opens directly onto the new campus, dramatically improving connectivity:
👉 https://bit.ly/4xHkBwL
September 7, 2026 at 4:33 PM
🚉 The new entrance to Bristol Temple Meads has opened, transforming access to the railway and creating a new gateway to #Bristol. 🙌
The eastern entrance opens directly onto the new campus, dramatically improving connectivity:
👉 https://bit.ly/4xHkBwL
The eastern entrance opens directly onto the new campus, dramatically improving connectivity:
👉 https://bit.ly/4xHkBwL
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Very hopeful that this new endeavour achieves its ambition to build strong civic collaboration. Some really passionate people led this project, people who know that our University has even more to offer to Bristol.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...
‘Gigantic spaceship’: University of Bristol’s flagship £500m campus opens
Temple Quarter Enterprise Campus near to station will make it easier for students and staff to commute
www.theguardian.com
September 7, 2026 at 5:31 AM
Very hopeful that this new endeavour achieves its ambition to build strong civic collaboration. Some really passionate people led this project, people who know that our University has even more to offer to Bristol.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...
Good to see that there is now an opening date for the new eastern entrance to Temple Meads Station.
www.networkrailmediacentre.co.uk/news/new-sta...
www.networkrailmediacentre.co.uk/news/new-sta...
New station entrance to open at Temple Meads, transforming access to the railway and creating a new gateway to Bristol
The new eastern entrance at Bristol Temple Meads will open from 4pm on Monday 7 September, marking a significant milestone in the transformation of one of Britain's busiest and most historic railway s...
www.networkrailmediacentre.co.uk
August 30, 2026 at 1:57 PM
Good to see that there is now an opening date for the new eastern entrance to Temple Meads Station.
www.networkrailmediacentre.co.uk/news/new-sta...
www.networkrailmediacentre.co.uk/news/new-sta...
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Witness History: St Kilda
Currently on BBC Sounds: In August 1930 the last inhabitants left their homes on the remote Scottish islands of St Kilda. Simon Watts has been listening to some of their stories, as recorded in the BBC archives
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w...
Currently on BBC Sounds: In August 1930 the last inhabitants left their homes on the remote Scottish islands of St Kilda. Simon Watts has been listening to some of their stories, as recorded in the BBC archives
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w...
BBC World Service - Witness History, St Kilda
The remote Scottish islands whose last inhabitants were evacuated in August 1930
www.bbc.co.uk
August 29, 2026 at 12:38 PM
Witness History: St Kilda
Currently on BBC Sounds: In August 1930 the last inhabitants left their homes on the remote Scottish islands of St Kilda. Simon Watts has been listening to some of their stories, as recorded in the BBC archives
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w...
Currently on BBC Sounds: In August 1930 the last inhabitants left their homes on the remote Scottish islands of St Kilda. Simon Watts has been listening to some of their stories, as recorded in the BBC archives
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w...
Less than a week left on this fundraiser, please support it if you are able to.
communitiesfund.avivafoundation.org.uk/p/natureneed...
communitiesfund.avivafoundation.org.uk/p/natureneed...
Nature Needs You
Nature Needs You: Fund hundreds of volunteer sessions helping local nature recover so we all benefit too - with donations DOUBLED
communitiesfund.avivafoundation.org.uk
August 27, 2026 at 1:49 PM
Less than a week left on this fundraiser, please support it if you are able to.
communitiesfund.avivafoundation.org.uk/p/natureneed...
communitiesfund.avivafoundation.org.uk/p/natureneed...
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Climate change is a today issue. Not a tomorrow one. My thoughts are also with all those suffering in Tibet and Nepal.
Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the devastating floods in Nepal and Tibet.
The causes of this disaster are still being investigated, but Himalayan countries face growing risks from a changing climate. The international community must ensure those impacted get the support they need.
The causes of this disaster are still being investigated, but Himalayan countries face growing risks from a changing climate. The international community must ensure those impacted get the support they need.
August 27, 2026 at 11:04 AM
Climate change is a today issue. Not a tomorrow one. My thoughts are also with all those suffering in Tibet and Nepal.
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The rebuild has started with limestone in the breach! A packed midweek update is here
The Rebuild Begins! Whitchurch Breach Midweek Update 26-08-26
youtu.be/9-MacFvp9N4
The Rebuild Begins! Whitchurch Breach Midweek Update 26-08-26
youtu.be/9-MacFvp9N4
The Rebuild Begins! Whitchurch Breach Midweek Update 26-08-26
YouTube video by Court Above The Cut
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August 26, 2026 at 4:30 PM
The rebuild has started with limestone in the breach! A packed midweek update is here
The Rebuild Begins! Whitchurch Breach Midweek Update 26-08-26
youtu.be/9-MacFvp9N4
The Rebuild Begins! Whitchurch Breach Midweek Update 26-08-26
youtu.be/9-MacFvp9N4
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The unauthorised encampment in Sparke Evans Park has moved on. Unfortunately, a lot of rubbish was left behind. We contacted the council to clean up the site and secure the gates and we are pleased to say this has been happening today. ♻️
August 26, 2026 at 1:13 PM
The unauthorised encampment in Sparke Evans Park has moved on. Unfortunately, a lot of rubbish was left behind. We contacted the council to clean up the site and secure the gates and we are pleased to say this has been happening today. ♻️
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Well done Naomi Addleton on finding a Holly Blue larva feeding on Erica cinerea (Bell Heather) in the New Forest. This is the first record of the use of this foodplant in the UK. Just look how pink the larva is - perfectly matching the plant! And a Lasius ant to boot!
August 23, 2026 at 3:47 PM
Well done Naomi Addleton on finding a Holly Blue larva feeding on Erica cinerea (Bell Heather) in the New Forest. This is the first record of the use of this foodplant in the UK. Just look how pink the larva is - perfectly matching the plant! And a Lasius ant to boot!
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The amazing Emma Monk 👏
Are we happy that citizen journalists like her (or me during Tories), acting with no resources, working in our own time, untrained and unpaid, can so easily expose so much that the BBC, Telegraph and Times *somehow* manage to miss?
It's almost like they're not trying.
Are we happy that citizen journalists like her (or me during Tories), acting with no resources, working in our own time, untrained and unpaid, can so easily expose so much that the BBC, Telegraph and Times *somehow* manage to miss?
It's almost like they're not trying.
One of the first "outrageous" claims I saw as Jason Arday's media hounding unfolded was that he ran 30 marathons in 35 days!
Wow!
What a thing to claim!
And the newspapers all suggested there was no evidence he actually did it.
Well, they clearly didn't look very hard 🙄
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Wow!
What a thing to claim!
And the newspapers all suggested there was no evidence he actually did it.
Well, they clearly didn't look very hard 🙄
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August 22, 2026 at 2:23 PM
The amazing Emma Monk 👏
Are we happy that citizen journalists like her (or me during Tories), acting with no resources, working in our own time, untrained and unpaid, can so easily expose so much that the BBC, Telegraph and Times *somehow* manage to miss?
It's almost like they're not trying.
Are we happy that citizen journalists like her (or me during Tories), acting with no resources, working in our own time, untrained and unpaid, can so easily expose so much that the BBC, Telegraph and Times *somehow* manage to miss?
It's almost like they're not trying.
A very important report, well worth reading, as is this thread. Amazing to me that the NHS seems unable to get its act together to treat a group who so clearly need medical support and care.
www.actionforme.org.uk/wp-content/u...
One of the most necessary and accurate (to my and many others’ experiences) reports I’ve ever seen.
I wish all friends, family and certainly medical teams would read it. 1/7
One of the most necessary and accurate (to my and many others’ experiences) reports I’ve ever seen.
I wish all friends, family and certainly medical teams would read it. 1/7
www.actionforme.org.uk
August 20, 2026 at 12:26 PM
A very important report, well worth reading, as is this thread. Amazing to me that the NHS seems unable to get its act together to treat a group who so clearly need medical support and care.
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Geeky planning celebration time.
The new #NPPF is out and it mentions designing in the safety of women and girls not once but THREE WHOLE TIMES>
This is amazing. I am one happy campaigner...
The new #NPPF is out and it mentions designing in the safety of women and girls not once but THREE WHOLE TIMES>
This is amazing. I am one happy campaigner...
August 17, 2026 at 1:38 PM
Geeky planning celebration time.
The new #NPPF is out and it mentions designing in the safety of women and girls not once but THREE WHOLE TIMES>
This is amazing. I am one happy campaigner...
The new #NPPF is out and it mentions designing in the safety of women and girls not once but THREE WHOLE TIMES>
This is amazing. I am one happy campaigner...
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If you can smell smoke in and around Bristol this morning it's basically the wildfires in the Midlands, Somerset, the New Forest, South Wales...
www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...
www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...
Fire service explains 'strong smell of smoke' as skies turn hazy
Residents have been urged to keep their windows and doors shut
www.bristolpost.co.uk
August 14, 2026 at 8:38 AM
If you can smell smoke in and around Bristol this morning it's basically the wildfires in the Midlands, Somerset, the New Forest, South Wales...
www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...
www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol...
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4. Green space and water
Parks and public spaces are a really important part of high streets. Without them, there’s little reason or opportunity for people to congregate. It’s really worth investing in and maintaining them. Also make use of rivers - most towns have them, even if underground!
Parks and public spaces are a really important part of high streets. Without them, there’s little reason or opportunity for people to congregate. It’s really worth investing in and maintaining them. Also make use of rivers - most towns have them, even if underground!
August 11, 2026 at 10:50 AM
4. Green space and water
Parks and public spaces are a really important part of high streets. Without them, there’s little reason or opportunity for people to congregate. It’s really worth investing in and maintaining them. Also make use of rivers - most towns have them, even if underground!
Parks and public spaces are a really important part of high streets. Without them, there’s little reason or opportunity for people to congregate. It’s really worth investing in and maintaining them. Also make use of rivers - most towns have them, even if underground!
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I don’t know if this really happened. But if it did, I salute you Alan.
August 9, 2026 at 1:54 PM
I don’t know if this really happened. But if it did, I salute you Alan.
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Monk does another great debunk.
Do you want to hazard a guess at what this “jaw-dropping” list of freebies included?
What luxuries asylum seekers might be being given “for free” in Thetford?
Xboxes? Plasma TVs? iPhones? Ferraris?
Let's take a look👀
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What luxuries asylum seekers might be being given “for free” in Thetford?
Xboxes? Plasma TVs? iPhones? Ferraris?
Let's take a look👀
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August 8, 2026 at 4:41 PM
Monk does another great debunk.
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In honor of #SevereMEday, #MEAction is honored to share the Severe ME Artists Project 2026!
Over 100 of you submitted photos, drawings, writing, and videos of your work! We are thrilled to share so many amazing and powerful pieces of artwork.
https://ow.ly/FSXw50ZxJTC
#SevereME #art #artist
Over 100 of you submitted photos, drawings, writing, and videos of your work! We are thrilled to share so many amazing and powerful pieces of artwork.
https://ow.ly/FSXw50ZxJTC
#SevereME #art #artist
August 8, 2026 at 1:05 PM
In honor of #SevereMEday, #MEAction is honored to share the Severe ME Artists Project 2026!
Over 100 of you submitted photos, drawings, writing, and videos of your work! We are thrilled to share so many amazing and powerful pieces of artwork.
https://ow.ly/FSXw50ZxJTC
#SevereME #art #artist
Over 100 of you submitted photos, drawings, writing, and videos of your work! We are thrilled to share so many amazing and powerful pieces of artwork.
https://ow.ly/FSXw50ZxJTC
#SevereME #art #artist
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The UK will experience a partial solar eclipse on Wednesday 12 August.
The extent of the Sun's coverage and the timing of maximum obscuration will differ across the country.
Never look directly at the sun; use a pinhole projector or certified eclipse glasses to view it.
The extent of the Sun's coverage and the timing of maximum obscuration will differ across the country.
Never look directly at the sun; use a pinhole projector or certified eclipse glasses to view it.
August 8, 2026 at 7:30 AM
The UK will experience a partial solar eclipse on Wednesday 12 August.
The extent of the Sun's coverage and the timing of maximum obscuration will differ across the country.
Never look directly at the sun; use a pinhole projector or certified eclipse glasses to view it.
The extent of the Sun's coverage and the timing of maximum obscuration will differ across the country.
Never look directly at the sun; use a pinhole projector or certified eclipse glasses to view it.
Great to see something about the importance of caring for green space, not just creating it with one-off funding.
Please support this crowdfunder to help care for nature in greenspace in #Bristol & #Bath
communitiesfund.avivafoundation.org.uk/p/natureneed...
Please support this crowdfunder to help care for nature in greenspace in #Bristol & #Bath
communitiesfund.avivafoundation.org.uk/p/natureneed...
August 1, 2026 at 7:03 PM
Great to see something about the importance of caring for green space, not just creating it with one-off funding.
Please support this crowdfunder to help care for nature in greenspace in #Bristol & #Bath
communitiesfund.avivafoundation.org.uk/p/natureneed...
Please support this crowdfunder to help care for nature in greenspace in #Bristol & #Bath
communitiesfund.avivafoundation.org.uk/p/natureneed...
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In our latest press release we take an early look at the July stats: just how dry has it been?
bit.ly/45xyDEF
bit.ly/45xyDEF
July 31, 2026 at 1:50 PM
In our latest press release we take an early look at the July stats: just how dry has it been?
bit.ly/45xyDEF
bit.ly/45xyDEF