All About Malvern April/May 2019

April/May 2019 Issue 66

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Contents

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56 Financial Advice 6 Enjoy local 8 Business News 12, 14-15 Community News 18 - 19 RHS Spring Festival Competition 21 Spring Festivals 24 Farmers’ Markets 28 Cube Youth 32 Priory Mystery Play 38 Malvern Cricket Club 42 Malvern Quilters 40 years 46 Local Groups 50 - 51 Lizzy’s Recipe: Chocolate Chip Cookies 56 Volunteering Opportunities 59 Notice Board 60-61 & 63 Classes & Courses 65 What’s On 66 - 68 Theatre News 70 Theatre Tickets Competition 70 www.facebook.com/allaboutmalvernhills @allaboutmalvern Instagram: allaboutlocalmagazines www.allaboutmalvernhills.com

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It is Spring!

The two bank holidays in May offer the chance to take some time out and enjoy what’s on our doorstep.

The start of May sees the return of the annual Well Dressing and Water Festival.

Now a firmly established part of the local calendar, as many as 60 water sources will be decorated this year - see Pages 24 and 25 for details.

At the end of the month the Food Festival returns, and if food is your thing then don’t missed the revitalised Farmers’ Market, which returns to Abbey Road once a month, starting on Saturday 20th April.

Enjoy the read.

Sascha McDonald - The Editor Cover Photo Well Dressing Festival 2018, Great Malvern Photographed by All About Magazines DESIGN & PRODUCTION: Sascha McDonald (owner & publisher) Colwall, WR13 6QN sascha@allabout-local.com 01684 252242 | 07906 573352 ADVERTISING Tina Palmer - tina@allabout-local.com 07952 591031 EDITORIAL & DISTRIBUTION: James McDonald - 01684 252242 james@allabout-local.com All About Malvern is distributed to 14,500 homes and businesses every 2 months.

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Advice

Who pays for long-term social care?

By Independent Financial Advisor Rob Weale from Colwall As a society we are living longer and it is becoming much more common to require long term care in older age. Who pays for it is a complex matter and this should be the very first point to establish. Only then can a suitable solution be properly advised and recommended.

Many people face this issue for the first time when an older relative needs to go into a home.

It can then become extremely urgent to get clear, reliable and unbiased advice and information, in order to take whatever action is in the best interest of your loved one.

As a qualified adviser I make a point of insisting a number of key steps are followed to establish whether the individual’s care needs really do have to be funded in part or in full by themselves or their family. Here is a taster of some key questions that need answering: - Understanding the nature and extent of the individual’s care needs and the cost of meeting them - Understanding what care services can be secured free of charge from the local authority or other third party - Establish whether the individual qualifies for free NHS Continuing Health Care funding (NHS CHC) - Establish whether the individual qualifies for an NHS contribution to Registered Nursing Care - Understand the extent to which the local authority will fund any assessed social care needs - Understand the entitlement, if any, to state benefits An appropriately qualified independent financial adviser can arrange a suitable solution to fund long-term care needs; however, I do not believe that same adviser is best placed to establish the answers to the fundamental questions detailed above. Fortunately there are companies out there that do exactly that.

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We believe best practice is the commissioning of an independent and unbiased company to answer each and every question, thus ensuring you are fully aware of rights and entitlements specific to the individual’s circumstances. This can often be established by way of a telephone consultation, usually free for the first 15 minutes to answer urgent questions, and then if required, a 1 hour telephone consultation or a more in-depth bespoke care report, each offering information to help know and understand the best way forward. There will be an expense, however when compared to the benefits gained, it is money well spent.

Once you are in receipt of this information, and it is established there is a need for self- funding, then the journey of finding the right solution to meet this need can continue, whether it be rearranging existing investments, securing a lifelong annuity to pay some or all of the care fees, or a deferred payment plan, to name a few.

What is imperative is that you speak to an independent financial adviser who is both qualified and specialises in this very crucial area of advice; they will will seek out other specialists in this field to ensure each and every individual receives their full entitlement to long term care help.

Rob Weale is a founding partner at Smith Weale Associates. If you would like to find out more about funding long term social care contact us. We welcome your enquiry, initial meetings are at our expense and without obligation.

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Enjoy Local 1. MALVERN WALKING FESTIVAL More than 60 walks, from gentle strolls to multi-day challenges, form part of this year’s Malvern Walking Festival.

Now in its fifteenth year, the festival takes place over nine days between Saturday 25th May and Sunday 2nd June.

Some walks follow a theme such as farming, geology, local history and brewing, and there’s a country estate and afternoon tea walk. There is also The six-day, 63 miles Ten Castles trail and the Wyche Way, from Kington to Broadway.

Full details and booking: Malvern Tourist Information (01684) 892289 or visit www.malvernwalking.uk

2. malvern hills gardening club Malvern Hills Gardening Club welcomes Jim Teague on 24th April, with an illustrated talk on the plants and products stocked at garden centres.

Earlier in the month there’s a visit planned to Morton Hall, while in May there’s a trip to Savill Garden in Windsor.

Meetings are held at Manor Park Sports Club and new members are always very welcome. If you’d like further details about joining, please email hilaryjudson@gmail.com

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things to enjoy local During April & May

3. malvern french film centre Malvern French Film Centre holds monthly film showings on a Sunday at The Coach House Theatre on Grange Road. On Sunday 14th April its Les Amants (Cert. 15), a black and white film from 1958. On Sunday 19th May there’s a showing of Le Colonel Chabert (cert. PG), a film from 1994 staring Gérard Depardieu.

Standard tickets cost £6 and can be booked from Malvern Theatres Box Office on (01684) 892277. malvernfrenchfilmcentre.uk

4. Malvern Male Voice Choir annual concert The annual concert of Malvern Male Voice Choir in aid of Cancer Research UK takes place on Saturday 6th April. The evening includes songs from films and musicals, traditional music from England and Ireland, come classics from the past and other male voice choir favourites. This popular concert starts at 7.30pm in St Edmund Hall on College Road in Malvern, and as well as the choir performing there will be refreshments and a special prize raffle. Tickets can be purchased in advance from Burley’s Hairdressers in the centre of Malvern, remaining tickets will be on sale on the door. www.malvernmalevoicechoir.org

5. Open gardens in HANLEY SWAN Open Gardens at Hanley Swan returns over the Early May Bank Holiday weekend. Seventeen gardens in the village will be open to visitors between Midday and 5pm each day, raising money for local churches. There will also be a Gardeners’ Market taking place on the Saturday, with plants, pots and tools on sale. The event is on from Saturday 4th to Monday 6th May and entry costs £6 for all three days. You can read more on the event website, or search on facebook for Hanley Swan Open Gardens. www.hanleyswanopengardens.co.uk

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Business News

All Occasions Malvern Are you planning a party for a family member or friend? Do you want to treat someone special?

Whatever your party or gift needs, you’ll find plenty of inspiration at All Occasions on Court Road in Barnards Green.

‘Pop in for a chat about what we can help with’ says says Claire Riley, who runs the business.

‘We have a great choice of banners, decorations and balloons with messages and numbers. I can either fill balloons with helium in the shop, or I can come to your event and set everything up ahead of the party starting.’

Claire took over the shop in 2017 which has been on Court Road for more than twenty years. She takes special pride in the window decorations which are regularly changed to match moments in the calendar, from Christmas to Easter. ‘We have all kinds of gifts for Easter, from fluffy chicks to chocolate eggs’ she says. ‘Our selection of Belgian chocolates is also very popular. You can either pick out the individual chocolates you want and pay by weight or choose a pre-selected

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number. They are sold in beautiful gift boxes which can be posted or delivered in person.’

For birthdays, the shop stocks plenty of other gift ideas including jewellery, handmade glass, candles and soft toys. There’s also a wide range of greetings cards covering every possible occasion.

All Occasions on Court Road in Barnards Green is open from Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm, and from 9am to 1pm on Saturday. You can call the shop on (01684) 566781 or visit the website

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Business News

Clusters Emporium Clusters Emporium, based at The Hop Pocket in Bishops Frome, is a place to while away some time discovering all sorts of miniature gems. It’s run by Sue Hubbard, who has chosen a wide range of stock for all kinds of interests and tastes.

‘We have plenty of vintage and collectable items, from porcelain to items of furniture, which we hand pick from sales. Currently we have some beautiful sideboards, dining tables and welsh dressers as well as retro pieces including kitchen chairs.’

The emporium also has a pick and mix button bar, with thousands of buttons to choose from, stored in sweetshop jars. ‘Some people spend hours sifting through them, just to find the perfect button!’ laughs Sue. Items made by local craftspeople are showcased at Clusters, and there’s a range of crystals, incense and other related items. ‘Once people find us, they return again and again’ says Sue. ‘Our emporium is a place to come and have a mooch, spending as much time as you want to browse.

We hope to see you soon.’

Clusters Emporium is open from Tuesday to Saturday between 10am and 5.30pm, and from 11am until 5pm on Sunday. It’s located at The Hop Pocket in Bishop’s Frome (WR6 5BT) just off the A4103 between Worcester and Hereford.

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Is your relationship struggling?

Finding a kind, friendly Couple Counsellor with the right training and experience can be difficult. This is why, as the director of a growing psychology practice in Malvern, I’ve taken my time in finding the right Couple Counsellor for our team.

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She has specific qualifications in couple therapy with knowledge and skills on how to rebuild relationships.

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Business News

Driving Miss Daisy Driving Miss Daisy is a companionship and transport service helping older people to maintain their independence. Whether it’s a visit to a friend, the supermarket or a trip to the doctors, this friendly, caring service is there to help.

‘It’s not just about driving, it’s also about companionship’ says Alastair Cameron, who runs the service in Malvern with his wife, Katherine Eglington. ‘We aren’t carers, but we do take extra care of our customers. We don’t just drop them at the supermarket, we take them around the store helping them get their items and then unpack the groceries when they are home again. If it’s a trip to the doctor, we can accompany them and even report back to a concerned son or daughter. Three of our vehicles are wheelchair adapted so we can carry just about anyone in our cars. This includes pets to vets too.’

As well as Alastair and Katherine, the other drivers are Bev and Beatrice. They are all first-aid trained and DBS-checked. ‘Some people specifically ask for a lady driver which is fine’ continues Alastair ‘and unlike using a taxi company, you’ll know who is coming to collect you.’

The company has an operator’s licence from the local authority and carries out other duties including school runs. They also take people to airports or cruise drop-offs and pick-ups at any time, seven days a week, with four cars now available.

‘Our catch phrase is ‘We are family when family can’t be there” says Alastair. ‘We run a reliable service and our pricing is very competitive - you’ll be surprised at how cost-effective our service can be. For people concerned about a loved one, we look after them like we would our own child or grandmother’

To find out more, call 07525 873 089 or visit www.drivingmissdaisy.co.uk

We’re family when family can’t be there Companion and Transport Service Malvern and surrounding areas

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News

Worcestershire Reg. Charity No. 1136716

community NEWS MALVERN PUDDING CLUB In today’s world of low-sugar, low-fat diets, some familiar puddings and desserts are disappearing from menus. Poolbrook café is aiming to buck the trend by starting a monthly Pudding Club, on the basis that a little of what you fancy every now and then shouldn’t hurt most people.

Poolbrook Cafe

The Malvern Pudding Club takes place at the café on Poolbrook Road in Malvern and will normally be held on the second Thursday of each month. Starting around 7.30pm, there will be a light savoury course, including a vegetarian option, followed by upwards of seven puddings and desserts, with a mix of traditional family favourites and classics with a modern twist. Guests can have as many puddings as they can manage.

Pre-booking is essential due to limited places, call (01684) 574609, email poolbrookcafe@gmail.com or search Malvern Pudding Club on facebook

Serving delicious, freshly prepared food Tue - Fri 8am - 4pm, Sat 9am - 2pm Menu to suit all tastes & diets, including Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy Free Lunchtime Special Deals on Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday Dish of the Day, slice of homemade cake or pudding & Mug of Tea - From £5.95

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SUMMER CONCERT TRIP A minibus trip to the summer concert of the Worcester Philharmonic Orchestra is being arranged by Community Action Ledbury. The orchestra teamed up with CAL’s transport service after finding out that some of their audience could no longer attend, because they had transport issues or preferred to travel by minibus to reduce their carbon footprint. A trip to Pershore Abbey on Saturday 15th June, for the concert at 2.30pm, is now being arranged.

If you are interested then please contact Janet on (01684) 541988.

News MALVERN CONCERT CLUB This May, Malvern Concert Club holds a concert to mark the centenary of the first performances of three works written by the Club’s founder, Sir Edward Elgar. The String Quartet in E minor and the Piano Quintet in A Minor were premièred at Wigmore Hall in London on 21st May 1919, the Violin Sonata in E Minor had been premièred two months previously. Elgar dedicated the Quartet to the original Brodsky Quartet, and appropriately enough, the modern Brodsky Quartet will be performing these same works at Malvern’s Forum Theatre on Thursday 2nd May. For further details and tickets, visit www.malvern-concert-club.co.uk

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CHURCH WALK, GREAT MALVERN 01684 566 511 MALVERN PARTY AND BALLOONS MALVERN CIVIC SOCIETY Malvern Civic Society has a busy programme of events this Spring. Ian Craskie gives a talk on the SS Great Britain on Friday 12th April, ahead of a trip to visit the ship a month later.

On Wednesday 17th April there’s a coach excursion to Stokesay Castle and Ludlow, while in May there’s a talk about Highcroft, a Malvern house built in 1851 which became home to four generations of the same family.

To find out more about the society and membership visit www.malverncivicsociety.org.uk

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CELEBRATING 100 YEARS The Cottage in the Wood is offering free afternoon tea to anybody celebrating their one hundredth birthday this year. It’s part of the hotel’s 100th anniversary celebrations, which first opened its doors in Malvern Wells in 1919.

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Spring festivals There are plenty of ways to enjoy springtime in Malvern!

Over the May Day Bank Holiday weekend, the Well Dressing and Water Festival returns. This year’s festival theme is Flight and both groups and individuals have been hard at work for months, preparing elaborate decorations to adorn local water sources.

In all, around 60 wells will be dressed, some easy to reach, some more tucked away. There will be minibus tours to view some of the dressed wells, well blessing ceremonies take place and prizes are awarded for the best-dressed wells.

Many of the decorations will remain in place until the following weekend. Well dressers get to work on Friday 3rd May, with the festival formally beginning on Saturday 4th May. There’s a a Health and Wellbeing Fair in Rosebank Gardens and a Spring Arts and Food Market in the grounds of Great Malvern Priory, both on Saturday. On Bank Holiday Monday, 6th May, a family day full of fun activities is planned in Priory Park.

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At the end of May, the Great Malvern Food Festival returns to the town centre. There will be stalls, demonstrations, activities and entertainment in the grounds of Great Malvern Priory. You’ll be able to sample and buy artisan produce and items from more than sixty stallholders, whose produce comes from no further than a 50-mile radius.

There will be cookery demonstrations in a cookery theatre, you can get involved with talks and tastings from local producers, and enjoy live music. Now in its ninth year, this popular annual event attracts thousands of visitors, both local and from further afield.

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‘We meet every second Tuesday from 5pm to 7pm, but we’re happy to change the day and the time if it suits those coming along’ says Kelda White, who co-ordinates youth activities at The Cube. ‘We run sessions based on whatever the young women coming along want to do.

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priory mystery play A modern Mystery Play comes to Great Malvern Priory this April. With a cast of almost 50 local people, the play challenges the traditional view on the world, with Lucifer cast as a woman and Adam and Eve reversing roles.

The play is being directed by Rob Swinton. ‘This is a contemporary story dealing with gender issues and political scenarios’ he says. ‘It is based on a historical tradition but it looks at life as we live it now. It is not a comfortable, cosy story. It is red and raw and reflects scenarios that are as current today as they were centuries ago.

We only have to look at what is happening in America, North Korea, Syria to know this.’

Rob is using two professional actors for the parts of God and Lucifer but local students and residents will fill a further 46 roles. The production takes place inside The Priory which will be dramatically transformed for the performances.

It is anticipated that over a two-week period it will attract a large audience.

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Rob Swinton came for a walk on the hills 33 years ago and made Malvern his home. He is a prize-winning professional actor and director, a member of the Royal National Theatre and has been artistic director of the Stafford Shakespeare Festival. He produced a Mystery Play in The Priory in the year 2000 and also produced a Son et Lumière in 2010.

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Call us now for a free no obligation consultation Contact Us 01905 420404 | 01684 438501 43 To advertise please call: Tina on 07952 591031 or email tina@allabout-local.com 01386 300801 01684 438501

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Group

40 years of malvern quilters Malvern Quilters is 40 years old! This friendly group started life in 1979 as a class run by Brenda Cox, who had learned the craft from a friend in the United States of America. The early group had around 30 members and exhibited its work for the first time at Malvern Winter Gardens in the early 1980s.

Since then there have been many hundreds more members. Today, the group welcomes all abilities, from absolute beginners to those with more experience. There are two meetings every month with a varied programme of speakers and demonstrations. Recent and future topics are as diverse as a Procion Dye workshop and creating quilts on a geological theme – the group also holds a summer party in July.

Before all of that, the fortieth anniversary is being marked with a Ruby Anniversary Exhibition over the weekend of 6th and 7th April between 10am and 4pm. Taking place at Colwall Village Hall (Mill Lane, £3 entry), it’s a chance to see some of the group’s work such as The Ruby

Quilt, made to mark the anniversary year. Inspired by the work of Charles Rennie Mackintosh, it was first exhibited last year at the Festival of Quilts, held at the NEC in Birmingham.

Not only beautiful to look at, the quilt serves another purpose. A raffle to win the quilt is being staged, with the proceeds donated to Young Minds, a charity offering support and advice for young people affected by mental health issues.

If you can’t make it along to the exhibition, photographs of Malvern Quilters’ work will be on display along Church Walk between Waitrose and Church Street. This takes place in the fortnight leading up to the exhibition weekend.

If you’re interested in joining the group, you’ll find more details at the exhibition, or you can visit the Quilters’ website, www.malvernquilters.co.uk

Sweet April Showers... Do Spring May flowers So its time to plant, plant, plant....

Cottage Garden Plants - Lupins, Foxgloves, Delphiniums etc & of course our selection of over 100 varieties of Heucheras

Find us... just 3 miles west of Ledbury on the A438

Trees, Shrubs, Roses, Clematis, Climbing Plants - we have more plants than ever!

Geraniums, Fuchsias, Begonias now available for Summer colour - time to plant your Hanging Baskets

Learn “How to Grow Tomatoes” Sat 13th & Sun 14th April Free Talk each day at 2pm

Collectors Corner of Rare, Unusual and New Plants Vegetable plants - Brassicas, Lettuce, Beans, Peas, Tomatoes, Cucumbers etc See us at the RHS Malvern Spring Festival in the Floral Marquee

, Hereford Road

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Find us @ The Nest Dymock & Newent

Friendly advice always available from Mark and his team

An innovative approach to community care and support services for Children & Adults Specialist Care for children, young adults and the elderly.

We Offer: • Care in your own home & the community • Person centred support • Proven, effective behavioural management • Intensive pro-active support • Highly trained staff Autonomy Care Limited Suite 2, The Cardinal Building Sandy's Rd, Enigma Business Park Malvern, WR14 1JJ 01684 566395 | 07738496108 www.exalonautonomygroup.net

Call or Text 07925 268466 carolsfeet@gmail.com

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To advertise please call: Tina on 07952 591031 or email tina@allabout-local.com

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anxiety, depression, anger management, abuse, low self esteem?

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Let hypnotherapy help you make the changes you want Jayne Blatchford Clinical Hypnotherapist

Beacon Clinic, Portland Road Great Malvern WR14 2TA

Tel 07969 068729 Bsc Hons. Dip Counselling. MBACP accred.

To find out more, please go to

www.julietbirleycounselling.co.uk

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Massage Therapy & Bodywork Kathryn Nash

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Appointments available at Avenue Road, Malvern & Ledbury CNHC and MTI registered

ANXIETY/DEPRESSION, ADDICTION, LIFE CHANGES, LOW SELF ESTEEM, NARCISSISTIC ABUSE RECOVERY Rob Williams

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DO YOU HAVE A FOOT PROBLEM?

Helen Gough - Podiatrist

SERVICES INCLUDE: Nail & Skin Care • Gait Analysis • Orthotics Steroid Injections • Nail & Foot Surgery.

We have one of the country's leading Podiatric Surgeons on our team Free onsite parking and disabled access PROSPECT VIEW HEALTH CENTRE MALVERN

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When no definite problem or disease can be identified using a full range of medical tests, then the pain in the low back is categorized as “non specific”. This doesn’t mean that the pain is imagined or doesn’t really exist. It just means that no current medical investigation can ascertain the exact cause.

What really causes it?

In reality there are many specific causes for “non specific” back pain. Spasmed, tightened or torn muscles will create pain, as will overstretched ligaments. A minutely bulging disc that doesn’t show on MRI scan may nonetheless cause pain through nerve irritation. The facet joints which control the movements of the spine can also malfunction and cause pain as they too have a significant nerve supply. Pain can be referred to the back from other structures and even the nerves themselves can become injured and create neuropathic pain.

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As osteopaths we see an enormous number of cases

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Although all osteopaths are trained to perform a range of medical tests we also perform our own sort of examination of the spine and surrounding tissues. This involves detailed assessment of the movements of the spine as well as postural considerations. We then focus on palpation of the tissues. This means using a skilled sense of touch which can frequently point us towards the structure that is causing symptoms. This is where we differ from some other forms of treatment and why osteopaths are popular. A recent study found that amongst osteopathic patients, 96% had confidence in osteopathic treatment and advice.

Treatment Osteopathic treatment is very much hands on. Very specific soft tissue work, as well as different forms of spinal manipulation, is used to coax joints back into action and free off overly tight muscles. This type of approach has been tried and tested over the ages and is often the first type of treatment used by top sports people. We often combine the traditional treatments with high tech equipment and mix in other modalities such as medical acupuncture in order to achieve the best results possible.

Orchard Lodge Clinic is privately run by David Jones, GOsC Registered Osteopath and associates. All treatments are drug-free and use techniques recommended by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence.

Initial consultation (with treatment) costs £50. Follow-up sessions £42.

For appointments and enquiries ring: 01684 568744 or book online: theosteopaths.com 48 Church Road, Malvern Link, WR14 1NG Registered with BUPA and all major health insurers

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Local Groups

CARPETS & FLOOR COVERINGS

contact details Art, Craft & Culture

The Malvern Theatre Players: 01684 569011 Worcestershire Guild of Weavers, Spinners & Dyers: worcsweaver@gmail.com Beacon Camera Club www.beaconcameraclub.co.uk West Malvern Garden and Nature Club Contact Chantel: 01684 568474 Malvern Floral Art Club, Hanley Swan Village Hall Every 4th Tues of the month - tcandsw.org.uk/malvernfloral.html

Sport & Social

47 Worcester Road, Malvern WR14 4AD 01684 573734 www.malvernflooring.co.uk

Malvern Hills Badminton Club - New members welcome For details email enquiries@malvernbadminton.net Manor Park Sports Club 01684 574010 Malvern Town F.C 01684 574068 Worcester Woodland Archers web@worcesterwoodlandarchers.co.uk worcesterwoodlandarchers.co.uk, Geoff - 01905 352878 Malvern Rugby F.C 01684 573728 The Hills Bridge Club 01684 540486 Malvern Sole Mates - Talking, Walking, Being Together 01684 578935 or www.walkingforhealth.org.uk Take Two Singles Social Club - weekly activities Contact Chris 01684 564368 or Gerald 01886 832698 or David 01905 778513 / 07791 629971 Schola Gregoriana Malverniensis - Choir Contact Alastair J Tocher, 01684 893332 Malvern Buzzards Running Club www.malvernbuzzards.uk Board Gaming Wednesdays! At the Foley Arms.

Andrew Clarke, malverngaming@mail.com Great Malvern Wine Society Meet every 3rd Tuesday of the month at Manor Park Club Contact David 01684 572801 or search online for the Greater Malvern Wine Society

Volunteering Malvern Hills Volunteering 07510 012092 or visit www.do-it.org to search for volunteering near you

Business Support

17 Avenue Rd, Malvern WR14 3AY

01684 572420 50

Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce 01905 673600 www.hwchamber.co.uk Federation of Small Businesses www.fsb.org.uk Worcestershire Hour on Twitter #WorcestershireHour www.worcestershirehour.co.uk Toastmasters/Malvern Speakers Steve Birch on 07831 846997 - steve@albinvega.com

If you would like to include details of your club or group please email julie@allabout-local.com

Environment & Conservation

OVER 10 YEARS OF TRADING!

Worcester Vegans & Veggies www.worcsveg.org.uk Malvern Hills Freecycle www.freecycle.org Malvern Hills Trust Contact: 01684 892002 Worcester & Malvern RSPB Local Group www.rspb.org.uk Malvern Hills Gardening Club Hilary Thorogood (Secretary) on 01886 832764 or hilaryjudson@gmail.com Worcestershire Wildlife Trust Malvern Group Alison Uren (Chairman) 01684 567819 Malvern Hills Tools for Self Reliance Contact Martin on 01684 540491

Children & Young People

Malvern Hills NCT nct.org.uk/branches/malvern-hills Malvern Advisory Nappy Service 01684 560526 (Penny) Natural Parenting Group 01684 575516 (Kelda)

Community & Social & Health Care Malvern Hills District Council: 01684 862151 Malvern Town Council: 01684 566667 Worcestershire HUB Libraries and Learning, Graham Road: 01905 822722 Citizens Advice Bureau Contact: 01684 563611 Malvern Tourist Information Centre: 01684 892289 Community Action Malvern and District: 01684 892381 Age UK Malvern & District: 01684 560666 Malvern Hills Lions Club: Chairman, Russell Emery: 0845 833 7439 Malvern Hills Food Bank: 07581 716933 Relate: 01905 28051 Malvern & District Branch of The Royal Engineers Association. All Sappers Welcome: 01905 424970 Alcoholics Anonymous: 0800 9177 650 Codependents Anonymous Group: 0800 9177 650 Contact: Alex 07787 112629, Kris, sialeni@gmail.com or Satya, satyarobyn.com newly added Malvern District Stroke Club: 01684 541089 Alzheimer’s Society – Singing for the Brain: 01432 371137 Malvern Parkinson’s Friendship Group: Jenny Douglas 01684 576706 & Hazel Haslam 01684 563172 Malvern Hills Probus Club: David Huntley - Secretary: dcahuntley@supanet.com or 01684 561016 Malvern Rotary Club: Paul Harris - Secretary email paul@stroodgate.co.uk Malvern Breast Cancer Support Group: 01684 876112

For more Local Group information visit www.allaboutmalvernhills.com

A local family run business 01684 560877 | 07789 591172 Kitchens, Bathrooms, Domestic Electrics: Part P 18th Edition Plastering & Carpentry, Building Projects General Property Maintenance

www.johnparishlimited.co.uk NO VAT ON LABOUR

Painter & Decorator serving Malvern and local areas

• Interior/exterior • 15 years experience • Wallpaper & paint Please call Caroline Ellis for a free quote:

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Accounts. Tax Returns. Tax Advice. VAT. Farm Accounts. Payroll Bureau.

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LEDBURY – 01531 631500 10 The Southend, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 2EY

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Richmond Dental

Richmond Dental Practice

We are the largest NHS/Private practice in Malvern and Worcester. Established over 65 years, providing high quality dental care in our purpose built premises.

Mr H Sanghera BDS | Mrs U Talecka GDP | Miss M Awuye BDS Mr N Saini MDDR | Mrs T Yardley EDH | Mrs A Dobson EDH • NHS child friendly accredited practice • Cosmetic Dentistry/Tooth Whitening • Daily emergency appointments available • Hygienist service

Contact us on: 01684 561249 www.richmond-dental.com

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12 Richmond Road Malvern. WR14 1NE 01684 561249

LOOKING FOR AN ARCHITECT? Services include • New build design • All types of building • Renovation • Residential property • Commercial property • Planning Applications • Building Regulations • Listed buildings

DAVID E J PROSSER LTD CHARTERED SURVEYOR Qualified Drone Pilot CAA House & Property Surveys

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To advertise please call: Tina on 07952 591031 or email tina@allabout-local.com

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Have you got a plan or project to enhance your garden? For a professional service and a free, no obligation quotation contact Martin today!

Fencing and Gates Paving and Patios Decking Sleeper Walls Turf Lawns Hedge Cutting, etc

Crown Lifting • Reduction • Thinning Dangerous/Dead/Diseased Trees Felling • Removal Matt Scriven Phone 01684 437481 Mobile 07931 808 121 Fully Insured • Qualified CS30/31/38/39 • Work to BS3998

Have your

DREAM GARDEN We specialise in helping you maximise the potential of your garden or green space assets.

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CRADLEY STOVES Installation & maintenance of woodburning and multifuel stoves For a free estimate call

07983 714 003 roger@cradleystoves.co.uk

www.cradleystoves.co.uk

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Domestic Properties & Commercial Contracts We treat Rats, Mice, Wasps from ÂŁ30 Hornets, Fleas, Squirrels, Flies, Moles, Bed Bugs, Rabbits, Birds, Carpet Moth/Beetles, Ants...

Proprietor - Henry Yardley

07889 782933 www.hjpc.co.uk

info@hjpc.co.uk | henryyardley45@gmail.com

Gates & Railings

by Phil

Guy Sterry Garden Design & Landscaping www.guysterrylandscaping.co.uk Established 1997

We make gates, railings, handrails, bridges and anything else you need.

Low cost fitting service Working in the local area for 25 years Please call me on 07747 032583 or email gatesbyphil@gmail.com to discuss your requirements.

For further ideas visit

www.gatesbyphil.co.uk

Complete Design & Construction Service Older & Country Properties a Speciality Driveways Paving Decking Cobble Laying Walling Drystone Walling Mosaics

Water Features Ponds Timber Structures Planting Fencing Rockeries and other services

email guy@guysterrylandscaping.co.uk

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To advertise please call: Tina on 07952 591031 or email tina@allabout-local.com

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Recipe

Ingredients

chocolate chip cookies Chocolate heaven! Treat yourself to a batch of cookies this Easter!

• 125g sunflower margarine • 125g caster sugar • 200g self raising flour • 1 tsp baking powder • 100g dark chocolate chips • 1-2 tbsp water

Ready in 30 minutes - Makes 24 1. Preheat oven to 180°C/Gas 4.

2. Cream the margarine and sugar in a bowl until light and fluffy. Stir in the dry ingredients, with the water if needed, to form a dough.

3. Roll into walnut sized balls and place on trays. Press each ball of down slightly with the back of a fork.

4. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden.

Leave on the baking tray for ten minutes then place on a wire rack to cool.

For details of cookery classes and parties see www.ourlizzy.com or contact Lizzy on 01684 892 688 - Lizzy also offers tailor made cookery sessions

NEW FOUR SEASONS

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Visit our website or come and see us for help and advice.

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27, Worcester Road, Malvern, WR14 4QY Tel: 01684 891191 www.brantub.co.uk

A local Organic Veg Box Delivered to Your Door Bransford Road, Rushwick, Worcester WR2 5TD

A brilliant farm shop for foodies www.familyfarmshop.co.uk

vegetables and salads freshly harvested from our farm Little Marcle Farm Shop Zero emission deliveries Contact John on 07970 296 153 or john@littlemarclefarmshop.co.uk www.littlemarclefarmshop.co.uk

Delivery to Colwall, Malvern & Worcester

Organic & Fresh

Activities and help around Malvern for those with Dementia & their Carers - all welcome Will & Meg Edmonds, the farmer and the cook behind Roots Family Farm Shop.

He grows food, she cooks food, food for you and your family to enjoy.

We’re open: Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm Saturday 9am - 4pm Sunday 10am - 1pm

Age UK Dementia Advice Service: 0800 008 6077 Alzheimer’s Society Dementia Support: 01905 621887 Dementia Café, 2nd Tuesday each month 12-2pm Barnards Green Cricket Club, WR14 2ET Singing for the Brain, 2nd and 4th Wednesday each month 11.45-13.45, Parish Hall Powick, WR2 4RT Coffee Morning, first Thursday each month 11am, United Reformed Church Hall, WR14 4RE Musical Medicine/ Zest for Life at the Octagon: Contact Martyn on 07505 053175 Malvern Theatre Cinema relaxed screenings MALVERN See www.malvern-theatres.co.uk

To advertise please call: Tina on 07952 591031 or email tina@allabout-local.com

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Robert Williams Building Services Building & Home Improvements This small, family-owned business has been building and home improvement projects in Hereford and Worcester for over 20 years.

CARPENTRY & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE A local quality service, 30 years experience

By Stuart Ruddock

Carpentry Services • • • • • •

Windows & doors Kitchens Timber framed buildings Fencing Decking Stud partitioning

Maintenance Services Contact Robert on:

01886 830059 07773 723321

orlando.17@btinternet.com facebook.com/Robert-Williams-Building-Services

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Decorating Floor & wall tiling Roof & chimney repairs Plastering Structural repairs

Call Stuart on 07971 515164 stuartruddock@gmail.com

Community VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES

repair - service - all makes

FOR ALL YOUR MOTORING NEEDS

Tel: 01684 893730 European Car Services Spring Lane Malvern Link Malvern WR14 1AL

europeancarservices.co.uk

Do you have reception or office work experience and like contact with people? If so, South Worcestershire Citizens Advice (Prospect Close) is seeking a receptionist for Thursday afternoons to greet customers, answer the phone and carry out other tasks.

Clarence Park Village on Worcester Road is also hoping to recruit 3 new volunteers to staff their busy reception desk, from 1pm to 4pm, on Wednesday, Thursday or Friday afternoons.

The Bridge Training at Hanley Swan is a land-based alternative education provider. They are hoping to recruit a volunteer to help with filing student records one afternoon a week or fortnight. The time can be flexible to suit the volunteer.

If you’re interested in any of these, please call 07510 012092 or email Kay Bromley malvernhillsvolunteering@gmail.com

MOBILE SOLUTIONS Unit 5, 129 Barnards Green Rd, Malvern WR14 3LT

Tel: 01684 565161 Repair & Sales of Mobile Phones, Tablets, Laptops & Computers We are a local, reliably run Specialist Repair Centre, offering:

 Experienced Repair Technicians  Warranty on all repairs *

 Large stock of parts, digitisers,

LCD’s, charging blocks, batteries, etc.

 80% of repairs carried out within  Vast selection of Accessories for 2 hours

Mobile Phones, Tablets, Computers

* Excludes water & accidental damage

E: mobsmalvern@gmail.com

W: mobilesolutionsmalvern.co.uk

To advertise please call: Tina on 07952 591031 or email tina@allabout-local.com

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Notice Board The Countryside through Art, 1945-1985 At Elmslie House, 8 Avenue Road, Great Malvern, WR14 3AG Free exhibition with over 50 original prints and paintings, all of which are for sale. It includes works by John Piper; Robert Tavener, Garrick Palmer and Rowland Suddaby.

Wednesday 1st May, Private View by Request 6 to 8 pm Thursday 2nd May, 1pm to 4.30 pm Friday 3rd May 1pm to 6 pm Saturday, Sunday and Monday 4th to 6th May, 11am to 4.30 pm Wed 8th - Thursday 9th May, 1pm to 4.30 pm Other times by arrangement email richard@fifitiesart.com

Directions: www.elmsliehouse.co.uk More info: www.fiftiesart.com

Malvern Breast Cancer Support Group Meets 6pm to 7.30pm on the third Tuesday of each month at Gallery 36, Belle Vue Terrace, Malvern Find us on Facebook for details of guest speakers and any changes to meeting dates or venue

Malvern Flute Choir A friendly group meeting Thursdays 7-8pm at Malvern Cube We’d like to invite anyone who might be interested in joining the group to a taster session on Thursday 11th April, 7-8pm at the Cube.

Adults with any level of flute playing experience are welcome Contact Liz on 07919 114861 or at tonic.arts@gmail.com

Castlemorton Concerts Thursday 11 April - Ledbury Brass Friday 3 May - Serenata Vocal Ensemble Friday 24 May - Elgar’s Edwardian Era 7.30pm at Castlemorton Church £10 to include canapes Full details at castlemortonevents.org.uk or Sarah Musgrave 01684 833869

June/July Deadline: Friday 10th May

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craft club 10am to 3pm at Hanley Swan Village Hall On Sunday 28th April and Sunday 26th May Charge £6. Bring your latest project and a packed lunch. Refreshments provided For further details contact Sue Boxall on 01684 899324 or email boxallsusan@yahoo.co.uk

MALVERN HILLS DISTRICT FOOTPATH SOCIETY 3 walks per week from an easy 3 miles to more strenuous 12 miles The full programme for current and upcoming months is available on mhdfs.org.uk or contact the Membership Secretary on (01684) 572047

Email james@allabout-local.com

2019

Saturday

6 April 10am – 5pm

&

HIGH QUALITY

Board Game Fridays Every week at Malvern Cube Between 1pm and 4pm A free event, enjoy classic favourites or bring your own game along www.malverncube.com

Malvern

Jazz AT MALVERN RUGBY CLUB Sunday 7th April -Tony Pipkin’s Tailgate Ramblers Please note: There is no session on 22nd April Doors open 7pm, Spring Lane, music from 8pm to 10.30pm, entrance £10

market

Saturday

4 May 10am – 5pm

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Bring along broken household items for repair by a team of expert volunteers!

Also sewing repairs and a tool and knife sharpening service.

10am to 1pm at The Friends’ Meeting House, Orchard Road Every third Saturday of the month www.malvernhillsrepaircafe.co.uk

To advertise please call: Tina on 07952 591031 or email tina@allabout-local.com

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Looking for a window cleaner?

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Free quotation Efficient, reliable & friendly

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Notice Board Malvern Outdoor Bowls Club OPEN DAY on Sunday 5th May from 2pm At Manor Park Sports Club An opportunity to learn the game with expert tuition, and discover a sport that’s not too strenuous but keeps you fit! All ages.

For details call Alan on 07872 541772 or Roger on (01684) 560259

visit

Annual Mayday Blessing Ceremony

With Bluebell and Daisy the Donkeys!

On Sunday 5th May Meeting at Noon, in front of Malvern Museum, Abbey Road. Raising money for the Penny Ha’penny Horse and Pony Rescue plus The Malvern Spa Association. thedonkeyminister@outlook.com

The Women's Guild of Friendship Meets at 10.30am on the third Wednesday of the month At Christ Church Hall, Avenue Road 17th April – Janice Waldron talks about the history of teddy bears 15th May – We learn about the training of Guide Dogs Entry £3, visitors most welcome, for details contact Gill on (01684) 563942

Malvern Seed and Plant Swap/Sale Saturday 6th April from 10am to 3pm At The Lyttleton Rooms, Church Street Swap plants and seeds or give a donation Refurbished tools for sale Tool / knife sharpening 12 - 3pm Serving home-made snacks & fair trade drinks Wanted: Broken or un-needed hand and power tools and sewing machines Proceeds for Tools for Self Reliance For details call (01684) 574999

Discover a wide selection of food and drink with unique local flavour, ingredients & ideas.

20th April & 18th May 9am – 2pm Re-launching as a vibrant, high-quality outdoor market, Abbey Road, Great Malvern (by the museum arch)

Shop local

GIRLGUIDING OPPORTUNITIES Did you enjoy being a Guide?

Guide units in Malvern and Upton are looking for new leaders to make a difference to young people (10 - 14) and have fun themselves.

Full training, mentoring and brand new programme are waiting for you Please contact malverndivision@hotmail.com for more information

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Classes & Courses

Jungle jiggle A fun, interactive jungle-themed music group specifically designed for your babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers to enjoy and develop those all important Early Years skills.

Sessions running in Worcester and Malvern now! www.junglejiggle.co.uk www.facebook.com/junglejiggle

great malvern yoga A dedicated yoga studio in the centre of Great Malvern. Daily classes, including weekends.

Monthly events. Different styles of yoga.

Pilates Malvern with Paula Trafford Monday 9.30am - Manor Park Monday 6.20pm - Lyttelton Well, Church Street Tuesday 9.30am - Manor Park Wednesday 9.30am - Elmslie House Thursday 10.45am - Manor Park Friday 9.30am - St Andrew’s Church, WR14 3JX Free taster class | 1-to-1 sessions Contact: 01684 566076 or 07985 211555 info@paulatrafford.com www.paulatrafford.com

Your chance to dance

We have a yoga class to suit any age or ability!

Ballroom and Latin Dance

For further info, please call 07825 703843 or email yoga@greatmalvernyoga.co.uk

For a refresher course or for those new to dance Classes: Tues eve 7.30pm - 8.30pm & 8.30pm - 9.30pm at Lyttelton Well

www.greatmalvernyoga.co.uk for timetable

If you would like to promote your local classes or courses contact Tina on 07952 591031 or email tina@allabout-local.com

celebrates years of Learn French,10Italian orlovely, Spanish lively language lessons for adults! in fun, pressure-free, classes!

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Learn English in a supportive, friendly environment! One-to-one and small group lessons for adults.

• General English • English for business • IELTS exam preparation For more information contact Helen: 07496 009603 | info@linkelt.co.uk Find us on facebook

FRENCH TUITION

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What’s On

April & May

Easter Holiday specials

Lamb Bottle Feeding Baby Animals •Easter Crafts* •Treasure Hunt* • •

* 15th- 23rd April Closed Easter Sunday.

Check our website for opening times and Bouncing Bunnies Toddler Morning details.

www.NewbridgeFarmPark.com Nr Ledbury, HR8 2QG 01531 670780

Open Day Little Malvern Court & Gardens A 15th Century Prior’s Hall nestled in the Malvern Hills

and Little Malvern Priory Flower Festival

Monday 6th May

2 - 5pm

WR14 4JN

10 acres of flowering shrubs/bulbs/water gardens Teas, plants and book stall Flower display and music Entry £8, Children £2, Under 5s free Assistance dogs welcome In aid of NGS and Little Malvern Priory

MALVERN OUTDOOR BOWLS CLUB Take up a sport that is not too strenuous, but still keeps you fit! Suitable for all ages

Come along to our Open Day Sunday 5th May from 2pm

The opportunity to learn the game with expert tuition. Please note you will need to wear appropriate footwear (flat shoes, no heels) Manor Park Sports Club, Malvern WR14 2TL

For further information contact: Alan Hare - 07872 541772 or Roger Orgill - 01684 560259 NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Follow up coaching sessions: Wednesdays 8th, 15th & 22nd May 2pm

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Thursday 4th April Ancient Woodland Plants and their Conservation A talk by Paul Rutter at Worcestershire Wildlife Trust Malvern Group. 7.30pm at the Lyttelton Rooms on Church St in Great Malvern Admission £2.50, all welcome Saturday 6th April & Sunday 7th April Malvern Quilters Ruby Anniversary Exhibition At Colwall Village Hall (WR13 6EQ).

Open between 10am and 4pm. Admission is £3 See www.malvernquilters.co.uk Saturday 6th April Malvern Male Voice Choir’s Annual Concert At St Edmund Hall, College Road, with songs from the films and musicals and male voice choir favourites.

Advance tickets can be purchased from Burley’s Hairdressers or visit malvernmalevoicechoir.org Sunday 7th April Concert by Michael Bochmann MBE and Orchestra Pro Anima 3pm at Christ Church on Avenue Road, tickets £17 & £13, students half price (children under 10 free) from Malvern Tourist Information Centre on (01684) 892289.

Sunday 7th April The Fold Market in Bransford From 11am until 2pm, including local organic produce, jewellery, ceramics, artwork, photography, ethical cosmetics, home décor, vegan bakery and much more.

Free entry and parking See thefold.org.uk Monday 8th April until Saturday 13th April The Resident Company of the Coach House Theatre presents A Bunch of Amateurs a comedy by Ian Hislop and Nick Newman See www.coachhousetheatre.co.uk Thursday 11th April Priory Lunchbox talk: St Richard’s Hospice an update with Alice Spearing. Bring your lunch to Malvern Priory from 12:30pm with the talk starting at 1pm. A free event, but donations to the Priory are welcome

Promote your June & July events: email james@allabout-local.com

Friday 12th April Elizabeth Bass performs works by Scarlatti, Jean Cras, Hindermith and others for the harp At Elmslie House on Avenue Road. 10.30am for 11.15am.

Tickets £12, including coffee and cake malvern-concert-club.co.uk

2019 Opening Exhibition SUMMER IS A-CUMIN IN March 30 - June 2

Saturday 13th April Silurian Border Morrismen are celebrating their 50th Year! Join a night of ceilidh dancing, music and silly games at The Cube in Malvern. Starts 7.30pm For details see www.malverncube.com Saturday 20th April Great Malvern Farmers’ Market 9am to 2pm on Abbey Road next to the Abbey Gateway.

Come and browse fresh local produce, taking place once a month. See page 28 for more details

Friday 3rd May Local a cappella group Serenata presents Rhapsody in Springtime An evening of music, readings and even a musical quiz to leave you smiling! 7.30pm at St Gregory’s, Castlemorton (WR13 6BG). Tickets £10 (students £5) From (01684) 541733 Saturday 4th May until Monday 6th May Malvern Well Dressing and Water Festival Wells to visit, a Wellbeing Fair, and family fun through the weekend!

See page 24 & 25 for more details Saturday 4th May until Monday 6th May Open Gardens at Hanley Swan Seventeen gardens open from Midday to 5pm over the Bank Holiday weekend. Entry costs £6 for all three days See hanleyswanopengardens.co.uk

or call 01684 252 242 by Friday 10th May 2019 at the latest

Open: Weds to Sun ~ plus Bank Holidays ~ March to Dec ~ from 10am to 5pm

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EASTER ACTIVITY CLUB 15 TH T O 19 TH A P RI L 20 19 9 :3 0AM T I LL 4 PM

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Friday 3rd May until Monday 6th May Upton Folk Festival Music, dance, storytelling and much more!

See uptonfolk.org

ART & CRAFT GALLERY & CAFE

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Wednesday 24th April until 8th May (not Sundays) Malvern Mystery Play at Great Malvern Priory Directed by Rob Swinton, designed by John West, at 7.30pm. Tickets available from the Friends’ Priory Shop, Malvern Tourist Information or www.ticketsource.co.uk

Different activities every day designed for children with the aim of having fun in the great outdoors. ~ Adrenalin Adventure ~ Jungle Survival Skills ~ Monkey Business ~ Watersports ~ Adrenalin Adventures 2 ~ Breakfast and After Clubs also available.

Call 01684 574546 www.malvernoutdoors.co.uk

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What’s On Saturday 4th May The Malvern Peaks Mayoral Challenge Choose a shorter or longer route and decide if you’re brave enough to climb the Beacon with a blindfold!

Raising money for Sight Concern.

See sightconcern.co.uk RECENTLY DIVORCED OR SEPARATED FROM A SIGNIFICANT RELATIONSHIP?

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WHATEVER STAGE

The workshop helps people have a better understanding of what they are going through. It also provides support and friendship from others in similar situations.

Malvern branch of DRW runs 2 workshops a year, one in the Spring and one in the Autumn For more information, or to reserve a place, please contact Gill on 01684 560394 or email malverndrw@domarda.co.uk www.drw.org.uk

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Sat -- Sun 5th May -- Mon 6th Sat 4th 4th May May Sun 5th May Mon 6th May May 12 daily -- £6 (for days) Sat 4th May - Sun 12 -- 5pm 5pm daily5th £6May (for all all- 3 3Mon days)6th May Hanley Nr Worcs ODN 12 - Swan, 5pm daily - £6 (for all 3WR8 days) Hanley Swan, Nr Malvern, Malvern, Worcs WR8 ODN www.hanleyswanopengardens.co.uk Hanley Swan, Nr Malvern, Worcs WR8 ODN www.hanleyswanopengardens.co.uk /hanleyswanopengardens f www.hanleyswanopengardens.co.uk /hanleyswanopengardens f f /hanleyswanopengardens Proceeds in aid of Hanley Churches Proceeds in aid of Hanley Churches Proceeds in aid of Hanley Churches

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2019 2019 2019

Monday 6th May Open Day at Little Malvern Court and Gardens Enjoy ten acres of flowering shrubs, bulbs and water gardens. Teas, plants and a book stall plus music, and Little Malvern Priory Flower Festival. From 2pm to 5pm, entry £8/children £2/under 5s free Raising money for NGS and Little Malvern Priory Thursday 9th May until Sunday 12th May The RHS Malvern Spring Festival Packed with flowers, food, crafts and family fun.

See Page 21 for the chance to win tickets Saturday 11th May The Hills Singers Concert At Christ Church, performing music from Tallis, Bach, Britten, Macmillan and Elgar. 7.30pm start Full details at www.hillssingers.com Sunday 19th May Film: Le Colonel Chabert (PG) Starring Gérard Depardieu, organised by Malvern French Film Centre at The Coach House Theatre on Grange Road www.malvernfrenchfilmcentre.uk Saturday 25th May The Malvern Vintage, Retro and Craft Fair Abbey Road in Great Malvern. Starting at 10am, there’s a wide variety of objects from a pound upwards including hallmarked jewellery, books, furniture, art work, clothes, porcelain, glass, variety of object d`art and craft wear.

Find out more by searching for the market on facebook Saturday 25th May until Sunday 2nd June Malvern Walking Festival From strolls to multi-day challenges, enjoy a varied programme across nine days www.malvernwalking.uk Monday 27th May Malvern Food Festival from 10am to 5.30pm, with cookery demonstrations, talks, tastings, live music, and more than 60 stalls to browse See page 24 & 69 for more details

Nature-inspired art activities for children's parties & community events Choose from set party packages or work with your own theme AnnaMitchell - CREATIVECLAY To find out more email anna@creativeclay.co.uk Tel : 07903 902329 www.creativeclay.co.uk

To advertise please call: Tina on 07952 591031 or email tina@allabout-local.com

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Theatre News Oscar Wilde’s

The Picture of Dorian Gray

Tilted Wig Productions are proud to present an exciting and bold new production of Oscar Wilde’s The Picture of Dorian Gray starring Jonathan Wrather, known for his roles on both stage and screen, as Lord Henry Wotton.

The play, based on the classic novel, celebrates Wilde’s wonderful language and will appeal to audiences old and new. The Picture of Dorian Gray tells the story of a cultured, wealthy, and beautiful young man’s downfall through moral corruption and seduction. Dorian, who, fearing that his good looks would fade as he grows old, wishes that a portrait painted of him could bear the burden of the ageing process, leaving him forever young. But at what cost...? Featuring Wilde’s famous wit and a stellar cast, The Picture of Dorian Gray is a fast-paced thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat right up until the final scenes of the play – providing an entertaining night out for all.

The Picture of Dorian Gray will be appearing on stage at Malvern Theatres from Tuesday 7th to Saturday 11th May. Tickets are on sale at the Box Office 01684 892277 and online at malvern-theatres.co.uk

Great Malvern Priory

April Events

3rd 11.30am Friends’ Guided Tour of the Priory 6.30 pm Pre-Concert Talk, 7.30 pm Concert: ESO, Schumann & Mendelssohn 4th 10am Twiddle Mitts – Knit & Knatter!

12.15 pm Amarylli (Early Music): open rehearsal 6th 10am – 4.30 pm Arts Market and Welcome Day 7th 3pm Messy Church 9th 1pm Concert: Priory Early Music Series 11th 12.30pm Lunch Box: St Richard’s Hospice, Alice Spearing 15th - 17th 7.30pm Holy Week: Compline 18th 8pm Maundy Thursday, Holy Communion 19th Good Friday - 11am Churches Together in Malvern, Churchyard - 12pm Altogether Worship - 1pm Music and Readings - 2pm Devotion 20th 3pm Mayor’s Civic Service 21st Easter Day 6am Sunrise Service, Worcestershire Beacon - 8am Holy Communion (BCP) - 10.30am Family Communion - 12.30pm Holy Communion (BCP) 6.30pm Choral Evensong

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Competition

the picture of dorian gray Win a pair of tickets to this production at Malvern Theatres.

Please answer the following question: The Picture of Dorian Gray was written by which playwright?

Email the answer plus your name, postcode and phone number to competition@allabout-local.com

by Tuesday 23rd April 2019.

The winners will be drawn from the entries and notified by Wednesday 24rd April.

Good luck! *For terms & conditions see our website www.allaboutmalvernhills.com Postal entries: All About Magazines Barford, The Crescent, Colwall , Malvern Worcestershire WR13 6QN - please include the answer, your name, postcode and phone number

24th – 8th May Great Malvern Priory Mystery Play Performances daily Monday – Saturday 7.30 pm 27th 10.30am Friends’ Guided Tour of the Priory

May events

1st 11.30am Friends Guided Tour of the Priory 2nd 10am Twiddle Mitts – Knit and Knatter!

4th 10.30am Friends’ Guided Tour of the Priory 9th 12.15pm Amarylli (Early Music): open rehearsal 11th 10.30am Friends’ Guided Tour of the Priory 16th 10am Twiddle Mitts – Knit and Knatter!

18th 12pm Organ Recital: John Kitchen MBE 19th 3pm Concert: Sunday Afternoon At Three/Messy Church 21st 1pm Concert: Priory Early Music Series 23rd 12.15pm Amarylli (Early Music): open rehearsal 25th 10.30am Friends’ Guided Tour of the Priory 4pm Choral Evensong sung by RSCM Voices West 27th 10am – 4.30pm Food Festival and Welcome Day 30th 9am Ascension Day Tower Top Service 10am Twiddle Mitts – Knit and Knatter!

9.15 pm Sunset Service, Worcestershire Beacon

Details on the Priory Website: www.greatmalvernpriory.org.uk

Tuesday 19th - Saturday 23rd March malvern-theatres.co.uk | Box Office: 01684 892277 To advertise please call: Tina on 07952 591031 or email tina@allabout-local.com

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