All About Malvern AugSept 2015

Aug/Sept 2015 Issue 44

14,000 hand-delivered to households & businesses in Malvern, Malvern Wells, Welland & Madresfield

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SUMMER EVENTS Jazz Weekender ARTS FESTIVALS

MAIZE MAZE

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Malvern Autumn Show 26 - 27 Sept Win FREE tickets See Page 21 for more information

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Scott Wroe Hearing Centre MALVERN

• The highest levels of service & aftercare • 30 day trial on all hearing aids • 5 year aftercare service plan with all hearing aids

Scott Wroe Hearing Centre in Malvern is an award winning, independent, family run hearing aid practice with over 35 years experience of helping people improve their hearing.

We are a 5 Star Centre for Phonak, the first Widex Approved Centre in the UK and a Gold Centre for Oticon.

For more information or to arrange your appointment

Please call 01684 566449 | 74 Barnards Green Rd, Malvern WR14 3LY To advertise please call: Tina on 07952 591031 or email tina@allabout-local.com

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Contents

WElcome

Aug/Sept 2015

... to our new look magazine! We’re making space to feature even more local activities, community events, walks, talks, classes and performances.

6 48 14 Financial Advice: Pension Income 6 Enjoy Local 10 & 11 Business News 14 & 15 Andrew Phillips Funeral Services 19 Competitions 21 & 62 Worcester Bedroom Collection 23 Festival of Innovation 24 Autumn in Malvern 26 Community News 28 September: Write a Will Month 32 Walk 36 Well-Being: Acceptable 40 Our Lizzy Recipe: Triangles 44 Book: A Jewel in the Crown 48 The Ukulele Group 52 Notice Board 56 Classes & Courses 59 What’s On 60 & 61 Theatre News 62 www.facebook.com/allaboutmalvernhills www.twitter.com/allaboutmalvern www.allaboutmalvernhills.com

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There are art exhibitions, free computer courses, a new choir, a talk by the great, great granddaughter of a singing superstar, and a book that tells how Malvern scientists contributed to the electronics revolution that has transformed all our lives.

Every month, more and more people contact us to get their news onto the pages of our magazine. If you have an event to publicise then let us know.

And do turn to page 14 for a brand new business news page! Happy reading,

Sascha McDonald - The Editor Cover Photo The Malvern Hills.

Photgraphed by John Wynn, Shuttersphere www.shutter-sphere.com 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 14,000 homes and businesses every 2 months.

CONTRIBUTORS Rob Weale Our Lizzy Cooking, Kaspa Thompson NEXT BOOKING & COPY DEADLINE Monday 15 September for Oct/Nov edition

Whilst every care is taken to ensure accuracy, the publishers cannot accept responsibility for loss, damage or omission caused by error in the printing of the advert. All artwork is accepted on the strict condition that permission has been given for use in the publication. Adverts are accepted under the understanding that descriptions of goods and services are fair and accurate. All About Magazines does not endorse any advertising material included within this publication. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in any retrieval system or transmitted in any form - electronic, mechanical, photocopying or otherwise without prior consent of the publisher. All About Local Magazines Ltd is registered in England and Wales Company No. 7200758

New Felt Roofs Garages, Dormers Porches Repairs Rotton Boards & Timbers Replaced 15 - 25 Years Guarantee On All New Roofs

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A high standard of craftsmanship by SD Harris Builders was recognised by the Malvern Civic Society annual award for New Buildings or Renovations 2008

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Advice

Pension Income: A Comfortable Balance

By Independent Financial Advisor Rob Weale from Colwall

B

ack in April I wrote about the radical changes to pensions concerning the new pension freedoms, but I was also at pains to warn of the dangers associated with such freedom.

Striking a balance between the need for income whilst maintaining the new freedoms was never going to be easy, especially not without taking some risks, in particular investment risk. However, it has not taken long for some providers to design innovative products to bridge that gap.

These products are a cross between a traditional fixed term annuity and an income drawdown, otherwise known as a Protected Fixed Term Annuity.

What is a Protected Fixed Term Annuity?

Protected Fixed Term Annuities (PFTA) are in effect a fixed term annuity which provides a guaranteed level of income for a specific term but with the added benefit of still allowing access to a substantial part of the original fund, usually at the end of the fixed term, that being typically between 3 and 30 years, or indeed at any point in the term with some providers. Another benefit is that the fund can provide all the recently given freedoms to your spouse on your death or pass to your estate for distribution accordingly.

At the end of the term a guaranteed maturity amount is provided, with which a further PFTA can be purchased, cashed in, drawn down or alternatively, a conventional Lifetime Annuity or Investment Linked Annuity could also be purchased. Other options may also be allowable at this point dependent upon the pension legislation and product availability.

Income Levels There is no minimum or maximum level of income that can be taken, the level of income you take is very much up to you and subject to market conditions. However, the income will have an effect on the pot available at a future date, in other words, the more you take, the smaller the fund remaining. Guidance should be sought as to the best scenario for you. A PFTA can be free of investment risk. The income payments are guaranteed, as well as the guaranteed maturity amount available at the end of the term, which is known at the outset of the arrangement.

Rob Weale is a founding partner at Smith Weale Associates. We can help make the critical decisions, mange your pension both pre and post retirement, and choose the very best

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Exit strategies PFTA contracts expire at the end of the agreed term and offer the investor the opportunity to review and select the most appropriate income structure at that time. It is now possible to exit the contract during the fixed term but some providers will make a charge. Some offer the facility to switch to an enhanced lifetime annuity on ill health.

You may be eligible for an Enhanced Annuity if your health has worsened in the period between establishing the PFTA and the maturity date of the plan. This may lead to a significantly higher income.

Key Advantages of a Protected Fixed Term Annuity • You have immediate access to some or all of the tax-free lump sum available • You can choose to take just the tax-free lump sum and no income • There is no exposure to investment risk • Your income is guaranteed for the fixed term of the annuity • At the end of the fixed term you still have all the pension freedoms associated with a traditional personal pension or Income Drawdown Summary This is not an exhaustive list of advantages and there are disadvantages to consider. Proper advice should be sought from an independent specialist, any annuity should only be purchased after comparing the ‘whole of market’ and after careful consideration of all pension access scenarios. solution tailored to your individual circumstances from the whole of the UK market place.

We welcome your enquiry.

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there are a number of payment options to suit each and every client and the different levels of service required. Please request a copy of our client agreement or speak to an advisor.

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Think carefully before securing other debts on your home. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your morgage.

To understand the features and risks of an equity release scheme ask for a personalised illustration.

To advertise please call: Tina on 07952 591031 or email tina@allabout-local.com The Financial Conduct Authority does not regulate taxation and trust advice and some form of morgages.

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NEW IN-HOME CONSULTATION SERVICE Pick up the phone today and book an appointment with Ellen for her to call and show you this Season’s New Fabrics, in the comfort of your own home Ellen can help you choose the colours that are right for your room.

Whether you are looking for curtains in a hurry choose from our ready made range or Malvern Curtains can make custom made curtains to your own requirements.

The quotation is FREE and once you have placed your order the curtains, blinds and rails can be fitted thereby ensuring complete continuity of service.

Ellen can visit your home at a date and time convenient to you from Monday to Sunday – Yes, even Sunday!

Ellen Looks Forward To Hearing From You

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Gates & Railings

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Enjoy Local 1. jazz weekend 11 and 12 September Free performances in bars, pubs and hotels around the centre of town There’s an outdoor gig on Belle Vue Terrace on Saturday 11 Sept. Among this year’s line up is one of Britain’s finest saxophonists, Jean Toussaint. www.malvernjazzweekend.co.uk

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things to enjoy locally 2. open studios Creative spaces across Malvern open their doors to the public this August bank holiday weekend (29th-31st August) as part of Worcestershire Open Studios.

More than 70 artists take part across Worcestershire, many of them in and around Malvern.

There’s a wide range of styles on show, including painters, print and glass makers, photographers and sculptors.

During Aug and Sept

3. play badminton Every Thursday until 27th August 2015 Malvern Hills Badminton Summer Club: Enjoy competitive badminton at a friendly club? Come and ‘Pay & Play’ with us at Dyson Perrins Sports Hall, Yates Hay Road, Malvern, WR14 1WD, every Thursday from 8pm - 10pm. £5 pp (or £4 pp for students). Contact Pauline on 01684 574774

4. maize maze The Great Worcester Maze, a giant ten acre maze, created in a maize field at Powick, is now open for the summer..

You can follow a simple trail or explore the large maze, then play and relax in the courtyard with giant garden games and refreshments.

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5. join a funky choir Come along and be part of Vox Rox, a brand new funky choir in Malvern. The emphasis is on fun and pleasure, singing everything from Abba to ZZ Top! There is no auditions and no need to read music.

The choir is held on Mondays from 7:45pm-9:30pm at The Cube, Albert Road North, Malvern and for more information either contact Shirely Goddard on 07989 407748 or look at: www.voxrox.co.uk

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Enjoy Local

Old Court Nurseries & The Picton Garden Colwall

www.autumnasters.co.uk 01684 540416 WR13 6QN The Michaelmas Daisy Specialists since 1906

Beautiful autumn garden and nursery.

Display of Victoria Westaway willow sculptures this year.

Plants stocked include Michaelmas Daisies and a wide range of late season herbaceous.

National Plant Collection® of autumn flowering Asters.

OPEN: August until the 18th October 11am – 5pm Wednesday to Sunday, daily during September Garden Entrance: £3.50, children free Groups welcome by appointment

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Cloudy2Clear Windows – Service With A Smile!

It’s been a crazy few months for Cloudy2Clear Windows. The company which specialises in repairing windows which are steamed up, broken or damaged by replacing the panes – not the frames has grown rapidly as homeowners take advantage of their services.

Managing Director Paul Papandreou feels that it’s all about service. ‘Our product is simple. If your double glazing is misted up we can replace the glass at a fraction of the cost of a new window, in any type of frame, and with a new 5 year guarantee. But it’s not just about saving people

money, although that obviously helps. Many tradespeople have struggled since last year and I honestly feel that during the good times a minority perhaps didn’t focus on customer care as much as they should have done. We make sure we turn up when we say we will, do the job the customer requires and leave their house as clean as a whistle. I often get comments back from customers on how they really didn’t expect that sort of service which, in a way, is very sad for the service industry as a whole.’

Cloudy2Clear service the Malvern, Worcester & Hereford areas and Paul is finding that his approach is a major

factor in his success.

‘The truth is that it’s not just the personal satisfaction that I get from doing a good job but also it makes good business sense.

I get a huge amount of business from friends and family of people

I’ve done work for, which just goes to show how much a little bit of effort is appreciated.’

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Business News A NEW, LOCAL WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAMME A unique weight loss programme has started in Malvern to help clients escape the emotional roller coaster ride of yo-yo dieting.

NEW PREMISES FOR DYNASTIC ART Dynastic Art, the clothing and accessory retailer, has moved to larger premises.

The new shop on Belle Vue Terrace in Malvern offers more space for a wider selection of their jackets and ethically sourced ranges of handbags, scarves and jewellery. It also stocks a full range of Zinnia shoes.

www.dynastic-art.com

Slim For Good has been started by Keren Milton, a Nutritional Therapist and Hypnotherapist. 'Having struggled with my own weight issues after an early menopause and having been on every diet going, I decided enough was enough! I created the programme combining a hormone balancing diet, which is ideal for both men and women, alongside mind and behaviour changing techniques to motivate and help you regain control of what you eat, reach your healthy weight and keep excess weight off for good. It provides personal and group support as well as tools to overcome emotional eating and cravings.'

To find out more call Keren on (01684) 342300

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THE NEW FOUR SEASONS IN POWICK The New Four Seasons is a gem of a Cantonese restaurant on the outskirts of the City of Worcester.

It offers fine authentic Cantonese & Thai cuisine served and enjoyed in its elegant interior. The restaurant also has an outdoor dining area, an ideal location for enjoying the warmer summer months.

Frankie Tsang, owner, originally took Davey Hung under his wing and made him Prep Chef at his restaurant in Lowesmoor. After having worked there for three years, gaining valuable experience, Frankie then made him Manager of The New Four Seasons.

Under the guidance of his mentor, Davey aims to bring new and exciting things to the restaurant, raising the bar, and bringing even more exciting Cantonese cuisine to the local people.

SHAUN’S TYRES Shaun’s Tyres now offers a laser tracking service which allows for the precise alignment of wheels. Shaun set up the business in Malvern Link two years ago after working in local garages for more than 30 years, and has a loyal base of regular customers. As well as offering friendly advice on the best tyres for your vehicle, he also fits batteries and exhausts.

Davey enjoys working front of house, giving customers a warm welcome, and ensuring that they leave the restaurant with a smile on their faces.

He is open between Monday and Saturday from 7am until 6.30pm, you can call ahead on 01684 770336.

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In the trade we say that the double glazed sealed unit has ‘broken down’. This means that the perimeter edge seal has lost its integrity and that it is letting in moisture somewhere. The moisture itself is hard to spot at first, sometimes becoming only visible as the sun or another heat source ‘draws’ the moisture up.

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Our garden displays are brimming with colourful Cottage Garden Plants Our Annual Heuchera Festival Sat 19th & Sun 20th September Free Talk at 2pm each day Learn all about growing Heucheras

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Business Feature

Andrew phillips funeral services Now in its second year of business, Andrew Phillips Funeral Service is proud of the personal service it offers to its customers. Here, Andrew gives us some advice on what you need to consider when organising a funeral. any people find themselves on an emotional rollercoaster after the loss of a loved one. You have to make big decisions at the very moment you might be overwhelmed by grief. You are at your most vulnerable and our role is to look after people at that difficult moment.

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After losing somebody, I believe it is important to pause and reflect on the most appropriate way to deal with their funeral. Grief might make you feel like you are operating on autopilot but don’t make hasty judgements which might not be what you, or your loved one, would have wanted.

Some families find it easy to talk about dying, and their wishes, but plenty more of us find that hard or even impossible. As a result, many relatives come to me not knowing how their loved one wanted to be remembered.

The location of our premises in Malvern Wells, with its magnificent view across the Severn Valley to the Cotswolds gives our clients a place to reflect at a moment when they most need it.

We are a traditional, family company and our personalised service means you won’t suddenly be confronted by a stranger organising the funeral on the day itself.

After a year in business, we are fortunate to have a high level of recommendation. Many relatives stay in touch with us following a funeral and we have received many cards and messages with heartfelt thanks from the families we have helped.

You can contact Andrew Phillips Funeral Services for friendly advice on 01684 563983

Andrew Phillips Funeral Services Caring for you and your family Independent Funeral Directors • 24 Hours Service • Cremation only Service • Natural Burials and Green Funerals • Private Chapel of Rest

• 24 Hours • Horse DrawnService Hearse • Serving Malvern & the Three Counties • Ample Parking Complete Funerals & Pre-paid Plans from £2300

Call Andrew Phillips or Avril Gibbons for friendly advice on 01684 563983

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We have three pairs of tickets to the Malvern Autumn Show to give away to All About Malvern readers!

For the chance to win a pair of tickets, simply answer the following question:

When will the Malvern Autumn Show take place?

Email the answer plus your name, postcode and phone number to competition@allabout-local.com by Monday 31 August 2015.

The winners will be drawn from the entries and notified by Tuesday 1 September.

Good luck!

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Business Feature

The Worcester Bedroom Collection Considering Home Improvements?

The Worcester Bedroom Collection presents a refreshing alternative to many companies that sell products that fit into one size fits all criteria with limitations on choice. We at The Worcester Bedroom Collection are able to design your Bedrooms, Kitchens, Bathrooms and Home Studies tailor-made to your requirements, with no limits. If you imagine a concept, we can make it.

Having many years of experience in the design and manufacture of all the above products, we have many new and exciting materials, which can be incorporated into bedrooms, new kitchens and kitchen refurbishments, working closely with high level brands such as Aspire, Luxe, Corian, Xylo Cleaf and Lifestyle.

With over 340 product samples in our showroom, there is something for every taste. We offer free,

no obligation surveys. Our design team works with you from conception to completion, in a polite and professional manner. We do not put pressure on you at any time to buy.

Should you wish a supply only service, for your own installation, that option is also available.

Our new showroom is situated in St Martin’s Quarter, Worcester, located opposite Costa Coffee, where you can visit 7 days a week.

Our opening hours are Monday to Saturday 10am - 6pm and Sundays 10am - 4pm.

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Bedrooms | Kitchens | Studies | Bathrooms Designed with care Built by craftsmen Installed by professionals Tel: 01905 24357 | 07949 534 388 | 07713 027 071 Worcester Bedrooms Ltd Unit 4B St Martins Quarter, Worcester WR1 2DD To advertise please call: Tina on 07952 591031 or email tina@allabout-local.com

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Festival News

festival of innovation This year’s Malvern Festival of Innovation takes place between 6th and 11th October and once again offers engaging talks and demonstrations to business professionals, students and other members of our local community. Adrian Burden, who organises the event, tells us more. he business and technology themed symposia begin on Wednesday 7th October at the Malvern Theatres with a session titled Agritech: Food & Drink for Thought.

Speakers will discuss the latest technologies being developed and deployed and sustainability, as well as discussions around innovation in the food and beverage industry.

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On Thursday 8th October, the Festival is teaming up with the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce to run The Business of Innovating symposium alongside the Chamber Expo, both down at the Three Counties Showground. Friday 9th October will feature the Cyber Security & Big Data symposium, cementing Malvern’s leading position in this industry sector, with exhibits and talks from the UK’s cutting-

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The Family Show on Saturday will feature talks about science and innovation, including a talk from science communicator Dr Kate Lancaster on the promise of nuclear fusion and the challenges we face to make it a viable energy source here on Earth. And this year, the Malvern Hills Electric Vehicle Association, ElectrAA, will be running their Electric Vehicle (EV) Innovation Showcase at the Malvern Theatres on the Sunday under the Festival banner.

More about the Festival programme, including the schools outreach activities and sponsors that support the event, can be found at www.festival-innovation.com

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Festival News

autumn in malvern festival 19th September – 31st October 2015 The great, great granddaughter of one of Malvern’s most famous residents will be giving a talk this year. arah Jenny Dunsmure has just completed a new biography of Jenny Lind, the swedish soprano who became the world’s most famous singer of the Victorian era. After a life of performing around Europe and the United States, Jenny Lind moved to Wynds Point close to the British Camp. Sarah Jenny Dunsmure’s talk takes place at Little Malvern Court on 5th October.

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The day before, Sara Swietlicki who is the winner of the 2015 Jenny Lind Scholarship will be performing songs and arias from Jenny Lind’s repertoire.

‘There’s a scandinavian theme running through our events this year’ says Peter Smith, the festival’s founder and director. ‘We will be marking the 150th anniversaries of the finnish composer Jean Sibelius and of the Danish composer Carl Neilsen. We are particularly excited to be hosting the wind quintet from the Royal College NEW LOCAL RETAIL OUTLET NOW OPEN STOCKING BOTH TOP BRANDED SPORTS EQUIPMENT & CLOTHING ALONG WITH BESPOKE QUALITY SPORTING PRODUCTS

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Visitors from around the world will come to Malvern towards the end of the festival for the Dulcimer World Congress, which promises workshops and concerts. There are plenty of community events as well, including The Big Draw, a free event to promote drawing as a tool for creativity and cultural engagement.

You can pick up a full programme of events at Malvern Tourist Information Centre on Church Street or www.malvernfestival.co.uk

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VOLUNTEER CASE WORKER NEEDED AT SSAFA SSAFA, a national charity which provides Forces’ veterans and their families with lifelong support, are seeking a Volunteer Case Worker for the Malvern and Upton Branch, who ideally, will be ex-service or have service connection.

The role will involve home visits to listen to issues and offer help or access to it. (Each new case has a trained volunteer who supports their client needs and helps them access assistance). The time commitment will be about 2 or 3 hours a week but this can be intermittent.

For further details, please contact Kay Bromley, volunteer co-ordinator, Malvern Hills Volunteering, 07510 012092 or email: malvernhillsvolunteering@gmail.com

MALVERN TREFOIL GUILD Malvern Trefoil Guild is looking for new members and welcomes all women and men aged 18 plus, with or without previous knowledge of the Guide or Scout Movements. The Trefoil Guild exists to support Girlguiding locally, providing fun and friendship for its members. There isn’t a typical programme but there may be meetings with speakers, local outings and support with Community events. There’ll be opportunities to meet other Guilds and even travel abroad.

The group usually meets on the last Thursday of the month at 7.30pm at Somers Park Methodist Church Hall and if you’re interested then call: Pam Bevan on (01684) 563917

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There’s a free computer class for the over 50s every month at Malvern Cube, to help you get online. It’s run by ActivateIT and with positive feedback from those that have already attended, they are keen to see some new faces.

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THE BELLS OF MALVERN PRIORY RETURN The bells of Malvern Priory are due to return to the tower from the Whitechapel Bell Foundry by Friday 21st August. They will be on display before they are hoisted up into the tower and installed ready for ringing.

A Service of Dedication, at which Bishop John, Bishop of Worcester will preside, will be held on Sunday 4th October during the Sunday Morning Service. This will be a chance for people to hear the bells rung for the first time following their refurbishment.

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For any queries about the scheme or for a list of participating solicitors please contact Rachel Jones, Fundraising Manager on 01905 763963 or email rjones@strichards.org.uk The Malvern solicitors taking part is QualitySolicitors Paytons in Malvern Link and their phone number is 01684 563318.

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Local Walk

The British Camp car park to Elgar’s Grave, then onto Little Malvern Priory returning via the summit of Tthe British Camp.

To download the full details of the walk, please visit our website allaboutmalvernhills.com and choose Walking on the Malvern Hills & in Malvern under the ‘Local Life’ tab.

This short but strenuous walk encompasses a fair slice of culture for this sparsely populated section of the Malverns. Starting at the large British Camp car park the walk climbs behind the Malvern Hills Hotel passing to the rear of Wynds Point and a plaque commemorating Sir Barry Vincent Jackson. Following a downhill section to the Wells Road, St Wulstan’s Church is close by where the graves of Edward Elgar and his wife can be found.

Continuing south, Little Malvern Priory and Court provide an interesting historical setting. The route continues south gaining height until Broad Down is reached. The final section climbs to the summit of the Herefordshire Beacon probably better known as The British Camp before returning on a steep downhill section to the car park.

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lead to a barrage of nerve signals sent out to tell the muscles to contract (sometimes uncontrollably) and this is spasm.

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The mechanism above is all well and good as it may protect you from damaging yourself further. However the brain frequently gets it wrong and produces an unnecessarily strong response. Sometimes the damage is minimal but the sufferer is left with days of pain with little real underlying cause. Additionally if the spasm reoccurs a number of times then the pathways can become “hard-wired” into the nervous system so that the sufferer goes into spasm at the drop of a hat. This can lead to a chronic pain problem.

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Spasm is the enemy of physical therapy as nearly all intervention is too painful for the patient to bear in the early stages. Initially, rest, heat, ice, gentle stretching and even muscle relaxant drugs may be useful. As soon as possible mobilization should be started and physical treatment should then be directed at the tissues that caused the body to respond so vigorously in the first place in the hope that a recurrence can be avoided.

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By Kaspa Thompson I’ve recently returned from a Buddhist retreat. I was staying with my teacher at his old farmhouse in the centre of France, which is surrounded by 30 acres of meadows and woodland. Most days the temperature was over 35 degrees Celsius...

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spent a great deal of time sitting in the shade of beautiful old walnut tree listening to the song-birds, the soft cooing of a woodpigeon and the occasional call of a buzzard, and watching hover moths feeding from the bright yellow flowers of a honeysuckle. One afternoon I saw a pair of pine martens dashing across a path in the woodland.

It sounds peaceful doesn’t it? And it was, but sitting in beautiful natural surroundings is not the only thing that happens on a retreat of this kind.

Paradoxically if we can begin to accept the parts of ourselves we might have found difficult in past, it becomes much easier to let go of them.

Or perhaps it’s that when we accept those parts a natural process of growth continues. We don’t need to force the letting go, just allow the process to unfold, and accepting ourselves is a great way of creating conditions for that process to work in.

Up in the attic of the old farmhouse, beneath beams of wood hundreds of years old, we were asked to look into our hearts.

I’m back at work now, and although I miss the French countryside, the view of the Worcester valley from my window is just as beautiful.

Usually in meditation the instruction is to let go of whatever thoughts appear and just allow our mind to be quiet. That is a valuable exercise, but we were instructed to take hold of whatever thoughts appeared and look deeply into them.

What’s this memory that has arisen? Why has it come to me today? What’s this story that I tell about the world? When is it true? When is it not true? If I am remembering a reaction I had, do I always react like that in those circumstances, or not?

The effects of the retreat linger on. I am still interested in what’s in my heart, and although I don’t always like what I see, the fact that I know it’s possible for me to be accepted keeps me open hearted and allows me to come to a sense of peace with myself.

We spent the week getting to know ourselves more deeply. Occasionally we would talk about what we had found. In those moments I felt completely accepted by the group and by my teacher, regardless of what I was thinking about.

Making yourself vulnerable in that way, talking about things which you are not sure about yourself, and then feeling accepted is a very powerful experience. We’re not always able to offer that to others, but the fact that it is possible for someone somewhere to accept us just as we

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are is a profound realisation. It makes it easier for us to accept ourselves just as we are, and to accept others too.

If you haven’t had this experience of being accepted completely by another real person, can you bring to mind someone who could do that for you? Perhaps you can just borrow some of my trust. You are fine just as you are. Trust that you are acceptable, look into your own heart, and allow the natural process of growth to unfold.

Kaspa Thompson is a psychotherapist, mindfulness teacher and Buddhist priest.

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1. Cook, then mash the sweet potato. Add the spinach, beans and paprika. Mix well and season to taste. Allow to cool before filling the pastry.

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3. Place a large tablespoon of filling at one end of the pastry and fold in a triangle shape.

4. Place on baking tray and brush with oil. Repeat until the pastry or filling is used up.

Makes 12 Ready in 45 min

Ingredients 1 packet of filo pastry 6 tbsp olive oil for brushing 150g sweet potato, cooked 1 tin aduki beans small handful of chopped spinach tsp paprika salt and black pepper to taste

5. Bake for about 15 to 20 minutes in a pre-heated oven Gas Mark 6/200°C, until crisp and golden.

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Feature

A jewel in the crown It’s in your laptop or your tablet, in your smart phone, your car and countless other modern gadgets. In fact crystal growth is the technology that underpins practically all modern electronic devices. This miracle only exists thanks in part to the work of pioneering scientists who were based in Malvern. book highlighting this part of our local history has been written by Keith Barraclough and Donald Hurle, two of the men involved in that ground-breaking work.

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The roots of the research can be dated to the closing months of World War Two when Germany was bombarding British cities with rockets.

‘Technology to track them was desperately needed’ says Donald. ‘Scientists needed a way to detect the infrared heat signature of the rocket’s exhaust gases, and it took until 1957 for a team to find a way to do this using Cadmium Mercury Telluride. To this day, that technology is still used in medical technology and night-vision devices, to give just two examples.’

The emergence of the cold war raised the importance of the scientific work taking place in Malvern and raised the importance of the Royal Radar Establishment (RRE) which was later renamed the Royal Signals and Radar Establishment (RSRE) Crystal growth became a key technology following the creation of the first transistor in 1947, which spurred scientists to find ways of creating crystals to be used in miniaturised circuits. Silicon chips are created by depositing microscopically-thin device structures on a silicon crystal substrate. Making such structures was a key challenge, to which the scientists in Malvern made important contributions.

The processes and materials involved are complex but the book does an excellent job of explaining how it was done. Working from ‘K’

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Block at the site on St. Andrews Road from 1958, new equipment was created allowing scientists to generate a range of crystals which could then be processed to create ever more complex electronic circuits.

Following the invention of the solid state laser in 1960, the scientists were faced with new challenges to make crystals that could be used to make these lasers. ‘RSRE became one of the world leaders of understanding and getting rid of the imperfections that would prevent the technology from working’ says Donald.

The work of Malvern’s scientists was widely recognised, with awards, royal visits and global interest from the scientific community. Staff were involved in the setting up of international symposia and the Journal of Crystal Growth which to this day remains the principal publication in the field.

This new book offers a revealing glimpse into the remarkable things achieved locally. The work was only possible thanks to many people, of whom more than 180 get a mention in the book. More importantly, the authors feel the book serves as a permanent record of the work carried out in Malvern during the cold war years.

‘A Jewel in The Crown: A History of Crystal Growth Research at RRE/RSRE, Malvern, UK’ is available from Malvern Book Cooperative (St Ann’s Road), Aspect Design (Newtown Road), from online retailers or from the authors (donhurle@iname.com and kgbconsultingltd@aol.com).

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All About...

The ukulele group A new ukulele group has formed in Malvern. Meeting most weeks, all sorts of people come along including those who have never picked up a musical instrument before. It’s a straightforward and enjoyable instrument to learn, according to the group’s founder, Jill Peer.

Where did the idea for the group come from?

The idea came from one of my reflexology patients who had just moved to Clarence Park Village, the new accommodation for the over 55s at Malvern Link where we meet. I had been playing ukulele for only nine months and I was writing my own book of ukulele songs, when she introduced me me to the Activities lady at the Centre. They have masses going on to keep the people living there happy and sociable.

What if potential players aren’t musical?

Just about all of our members have never played anything before. Most people can tackle the basic chords and if you need a ukulele I can get one for you for under £30. Or you can play a Kazoo which is much much cheaper. If you just want to sing along and are patient you can do that too.

We always need keen singers. It’s possible for us to start an evening session if anyone who works is interested.

Tell us about the ukulele book you’ve just published?

My book is a poetry/colouring book, designed for people to add their own colour and notes to but you can follow it to make songs from those I have

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written. I write a song most weeks for my ukulele.

They are inspired by meetings I attend at the Worcester Writers’ Circle. The latest is about a camel called Nelly with smelly breath!

When do you meet?

We got cracking at the start of June and we now meet most Thursday mornings. It’s great fun!

The ukulele is quite easy to learn, it’s small to carry around and good for all. During August we’re only meeting once on 13th then should be playing more regularly in September. It is open to all, all ages and abilities. We have only had a few meetings as yet and are developing our repertoire fast. Get in touch to check on dates if you’re interested. You are asked to make a small donation for our time and materials.

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Helping both men and women deal with the trauma of a relationship that has irretrievably broken down.

By Malvern Branch Co-ordinator: Gill Owen I got involved with Divorce Recovery Workshop (DRW) 3 years ago when a friend who had been on the course found it so inspirational she wanted to set up a local branch in Malvern, which is the only branch in Worcestershire.

The workshops are run by experienced volunteers who have all been through the breakdown of a long term relationship and attended the workshops. Although my own divorce was a long time ago, I had to attend the workshops before becoming a facilitator.

I was amazed to discover just how many emotions I had buried. Once I had completed the workshop I knew I had come to terms with my past and could let it go. When you go through a breakup you don’t always realise how much grief, resentment and anger you hold on to or how emotionally and physically exhausting it can be.

How can Divorce Recovery Workshop help?

The breakdown of a long term relationship is a form of bereavement; yet unlike the death of a partner, you are often expected to carry on as normal. Whilst friends and family can be supportive, they don’t always understand how you feel and even your best friend will eventually have had enough of you going over and over what has happened!

Anyone who has been through the heartache of an irretrievable breakup is welcome at DRW, even if you are going through the divorce or if it was years ago. DRW will help

you cope with the many different emotions: shock, disbelief, rejection, anger, bitterness and guilt. You will gain a better understanding of what you are going through and be offered strategies to help you cope.

What actually happens at a workshop?

The course consists of six sessions covering: • Is this really happening to me?

• Coping with your 'Ex' • Assuming new responsibilities • Letting go and forgiveness • Family matters • Thinking about new relationships Participants watch a DVD on each topic and then divide into small groups with 2 facilitators per group. Everything said in the group is strictly confidential and no one is pressured to talk if they don’t want to.

When is the next one taking place?

The next DRW course will run on 3 Saturdays, fortnightly, on 10th and 24th October and 7th November 2015: 2 sessions per day with lunch in between.

Is there a charge for the Workshop and where does it take place?

DRW is a non-profit making registered charity but to cover our running costs we ask participants to pay £60 for the entire course.

The venue is in Churchdown Road, Malvern and there is a free car park.

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Notice Board Take Two Friendly Social Club for Singles Over 50 We meet every Wednesday evening for a social get together at a pub in the Worcester, Malvern and Ledbury areas. We also meet at weekends for meals, skittles, walks and dancing etc.

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August 18th & September 15th Free parking & free meetings We meet at 7pm on the third Tuesday of each month, at the Business Training Centre at South Worcestershire College, Albert Road North (next to Manor Park Sports Centre) New members & start-ups welcome!

Visit www.msbf.biz for more details

October/November Deadline: Tuesday 15 September

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ST E V E HILES & SON CHIMNEY ENGINEERS Your Premier, Local, Independent & Complete Chimney Service

• Chimney Sweeping HETAS reg stove • Stove & Appliance Installations Installer No 2046 • Chimney Flue Lining Genuinely Established 1993 Fully Insured • CCTV Camera Surveys 94 Madresfield Rd, Malvern • Inglenook scraping & flailing • Bird guards supplied & fitted 01684 569971

All roof & chimney repairs undertaken, including tiling, slating and lead work Eco Friendly Installation Specialists for Flat Roofs

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• Using Omnipole GutterVac • Reach up to 15 metres • Vacuum clean beams, ledges, ceilings • Homes, Factories, Warehouses, Churches, Schools, Sport Centres, etc...

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• View, record & burn DVDs of high level surveys • Guttering, roofing, chimneys: up to 20 metres • Using an Omni-cam pole camera and HD digital video recorder • Perfect for home buyers, estate agents, surveyors and architects • Or just for your own peace of mind

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

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To discuss your requirements please contact Stuart on 07971 515 164 | 01684 439081

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BACK PAIN

ACUPUNCTURE for • Pain (back, neck, knee, shoulder, muscle, nerve) • Stress, anxiety, depression...

• Migraines • Nausea • Fatigue... ...and so much more!

Pip Russmann BA (Hons), Lic Ac., MFHT Traditional Acupuncturist, Malvern Phone: 07590 988181 www.pipacupuncture-malvern.co.uk

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Chiropractic A Gentle and Effective Whole Body Treatment

by Joanna Cocking

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Back, neck and shoulder pain Pain, discomfort and stiffness in joints Migraine Muscular aches Sports injuries Arthritic pain

Beacon Clinic On Portland Road Great Malvern Street Parking WR14 2TA 01684 210 615 07533 163 301

joanna.cocking@gmail.com www.joannacocking.co.uk

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Corrective exercise and rehabilitation programmes for all levels of fitness.

• Back Care Programmes • Hip & Knee Replacement Rehabilitation • Breast Cancer Exercise Programmes • Pelvic Imbalance and dysfunction • Sports Injuries • Pilates Classes and 1-1 Training • Myofascial release therapy

Do YOU suffer from recurring back, neck or shoulder pain?

Call JUDY LEWIS for a FREE consultation:

01684 572339 or 0777 33 27 623 Email: judy@thetrainingstation.org Bedford House Clinic, 101 Worcester Road, Malvern

Wheel of life Centre Complementary Therapies for All Acupuncture Reflexology Homeopathy Shiatsu Counselling Massage TFH Kinesiology Energy Healing Cosmetic Facial Acupuncture Yoga Centre Pilates Classes Buddhist Meditation Interfaith Meetings Baby Massage Weight Management

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Classes & Courses

Yoga with Jo Harper

BWY Dip

Yoga for All: Mondays 4.15pm at Holy Trinity Church Hall, Link Top, Malvern Wednesdays 11.15am at Inner Place, Ledbury Remedial Back Care Yoga: Mondays 6.30pm at The Fold, Bransford.

For advice and information: please contact Jo on 07976 882252 or via email at joyoga22@hotmail.com

jitterbugs children's dance classes Ages - 12 months to 4 years Tuesday mornings - 9.30 & 10.30 Venue - Christ Church Hall, Avenue Rd, Malvern To book your place contact 07983 507435 or email bookings@jennysjitterbugs.co.uk www.jitterbugsdance.co.uk/

pilates Boost flexibility, balance and core strength.

The Cube: Mon 9.30 & 10.45am, Wed & Fri 9.30 Elmslie House (8 Avenue Road): Fri 11am The Chase School: Mon 6.15pm For further details contact Paula on 01684 566076 or 077985 211555 or email info@paulatrafford.com www.paulatrafford.com If you run local classes or courses and would like your details printed here please contact Tina on 07952 591031 or email tina@allabout-local.com

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ACUPUNCTURE REFLEXOLOGY COSMETIC FACIAL ACUPUNCTURE

with Jennie Sheringham

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What’s On

august

september

Sunday 2 August The Mayor’s Bonanza in Priory Park in Malvern A free community event See www.malverntowncouncil.org Sunday 9 August Malvern Bands in the Park Sit back and enjoy a free afternoon of entertainment in the beautiful setting of Priory Park.

The Alcester Victoria Band will be playing from 2.30pm Sunday 9 August Duck Racing in West Malvern!

2pm Croft Bank, West Malvern A fun event with races through the afternoon, a barbeque and refreshments. Ticket: £5 for five races, raising money for Rotary Charities 2015 and Parkinsons Disease UK. Support this charity event organised by Colwall Rotary Club Friday 14 August Matt Woosey in concert at The Coach House Theatre, Grange Road, Malvern.

Matt’s refreshing song writing and playing style has acoustic, roots-based music at its heart but is not limited to a particular genre. 7.30pm start, book tickets on (01684) 892277. www.mattwoosey.co.uk

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Tuesday 25 August Barmy Bats! A family friendly event using bat detectors to track these fascinating creatures as dusk descends around The British Camp. Organised by Malvern Hills Conservators This is a free event which must be booked on (01684) 892002 Saturday 29 August Arts & Food Market 10am - 5pm in the grounds of Malvern Priory

Saturday 5 September Darts Exhibition at Malvern Cube starring Terry Jenkins, Steve Beaton, Ian White and Justin Pipe. Enjoy a great night out which allows punters to meet their darting idols up close and personal!

Tickets available from Elite Services, Barnards Green or see www.malverncube.com Saturday 12 September Malvern Hills Challenge 2015 is a walk raising money for the charity Help for Heroes, with long and short walk options, enter as an individual or a team. see www.malvernhillschallenge.org Sunday 13 September Bands in the Park with Malvern Hills Brass Band & The Elgar Vintage Cycle Ride Priory Park in Malvern Monday 14 September Sleep No More a supernatural thriller presented

by Malvern Theatre Players at The Coach House Theatre, Grange Road in Malvern.

Continues until Saturday 19 Sept www.coachhousetheatre.co.uk or book tickets on (01684) 892277 Saturday 19 September 1st Colwall Scouts Annual Jumble Sale from 2pm at Colwall Village Hall, Mill Lane (WR13 6EQ). Always a popular event, there will be lots of items on sale.

50p entry Thursday 24 September Malvern Concert Club presents the London Conchord Ensemble in music by Janáček, Poulenc, Hindemith and Brahms. £17 (students under 21, £5) plus booking fee, from Malvern Theatres.

7.30pm, Malvern Theatres Membership enquiries: www.malvern-concert-club.co.uk

Promote your Oct/Nov events: email james@allabout-local.com or call 01684 252 242 by Tuesday 15 September at the latest.

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What’s On

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What’s on August

Sundays to Thursdays Summer Holiday Activities Alice in Wonderland Sun 30th – Mon 31st August

September

Sundays only Various events from a Dog Show to Knight’s School & Junior Jousting 'A magnificent festival' Clemency Burton-Hill - BBC Radio3

Music - Literature - Visual Art www.malvernfestival.co.uk

PLUS – Children’s Adventure Playground • Knight’s Maze • Tree Trail

Buy Woodland & Lakeside Walks ted Ice Cream • Shop & Tearoom Discoun

ticketes onlin

11.00am to 5.30pm

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Theatre News

Oliver!

This August, Malvern Theatres Young Company is delighted to present its fourth production: Lionel Bart’s musical version of Charles Dickens’s classic novel Oliver! The theatre is proud to announce that Andy Reiss, from the Beyond the Barricade Company, will be returning to the venue to direct this iconic musical.

Set in the cobbled Victorian streets of London, orphaned Oliver Twist sets out from the workhouse, searching for a home, a family, and - most importantly – for love. Cold, exhausted and in need of help, Oliver is picked up by a boy named the Artful Dodger before being welcomed into the gang of child pickpockets, masterminded by the criminal Fagin.

Whilst watching the child pickpockets swipe a handkerchief from an elderly gentleman, Oliver is left feeling horrified and runs off. Oliver is then rescued by a kind and wealthy gentlemen, much to the dismay of Fagin’s jealous sidekick, Bill Sykes.

Last year’s Young Company production of Jesus Christ Superstar received standing ovations and this year’s show promises the same. So come along and support this young company of performers all aged between 8-24 years old and enjoy this musical classic famous for its spirted and timeless songs, such as ‘Food Glorious Food’, ‘As Long As He Needs Me’, and ‘Where is Love’.

Christ Church

Tuesday 18th to Saturday the 22nd August Malvern Theatres - Evenings at 7pm, Saturday Matinee at 2pm. Tickets are for sale at the Box Office: 01684 892277 Order online at: www.malvern-theatres.co.uk

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august events 1st August 10am – 12 noon Book Fair with Steve playing on the piano and refreshments do join us to browse our wonderful collection, including Folio books and First Editions as well as CD’s, DVD’s, gifts and cards.

1st August Suzuki School of Music 7.30pm: Celebrating 25 years of The Suzuki School of Music. Enjoy the delightful playing of this hugely talented group, free entry and there will be a retiring collection for Church Roof Refreshments will be served.

Win a pair of tickets to Oliver!

Win a pair of tickets to ‘Oliver!’ to see on Wednesday 19th August at 7pm.

Where was the novel Oliver by Charles Dickens set?

Email the answer plus your name, postcode and phone number to competition@allabout-local.com by the 10th August 2015.

The winners will be drawn from the entries and notified by the 12th August 2015.

Good luck! *For terms & conditions see our website www.allaboutmalvernhills.com

August Events Mon 3 to Fri 14 Exhibition in the North Aisle “Silent Voices” Sat 8 11am Hiroshima Vigil in the Grounds followed by a short service at 12noon in the Priory Mon 17 to Sun 30 Exhibition in the North Aisle “Maps and Pictures of Malvern Past” Sat 29 Welcome Day with Craft Fair in the Grounds, Refreshments, live music, childrens activities in the Priory.

Mon 31 12noon Organ Recital by Anthony Burns-Cox

september events Sat 6-Sat 20 Exhibition in the North Aisle by Beacon Camera Club Thu 10 1pm Lunch Box “Batsford Arboretum” talk by Sue Burn Sat 12 7.30pm Concert for Harvest Sun 13 10.30am Service for Harvest Weds 16 MU Deanery Service Weds 23 Science and Faith Lecture by Prof Andrew Sims on “Is Faith Delusion?”

The Bells will be in the Priory for all to see from Thu 20th August and work will commence on the Bell frame mid September.

september events Fri 11 – 7.30pm Civic Society Talk – The Hereford School of Romanesque Sculpture – by Duncan James. Admission charge of £1 for non-members, refreshments will be served Sat 12 – Open day from 9.30am to 4pm for visitors, as we are supporting the Ride and Stride. Book Fair and refreshments.

Fri 25 Macmillan Coffee Morning. From 10am to 12noon For any queries phone Angela Green on - 07756 722 426 www.christchurch-malvern.org.uk

Great Malvern Priory

Amongst all, warm-hearted Nancy, who is trapped under Bill’s thumb, feels sorry for Oliver and is secretly desperate to help him, however only ending in tragic results all round.

Competition

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