VALLEYS DIRECTORY THETHE FIVEFIVE VALLEYS DIRECTORY Dursley, Cam & Cam Uley Directory Dursley, & Uley Directory
now now including the including the
OVER 10 YEARS OF PROMOTING LOCAL BUSINESS! PEOPLE PROFILE
Angela Hookings of Little Ones Pet Care
FREE! Consultation with Changes Welcome Exclusively to readers of this magazine
The Best Dressed Tree in Town!
Boost your self confidence
By Julie Dolphin The Nursery at Miserden
Tips from VM Organics
Cover photo by Jeff Wilson
Dec 2017/Jan 2018
www.fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
FREE
Mob:07722 828363
Tel: 01588 661101
2 FREE home delivery fruit veg salad boxes from only £10
Fresh quality produce delivered from the heart of the Cotswolds Wholesale to catering, nursing homes, sport and education
01453 375007 01793 781944 07923 102649 01453 375007 01793 781944 07923 102649 info@marrowsfruitandveg.co.uk info@marrowsfruitandveg.co.uk www.marrowsfruitandveg.co.uk www.marrowsfruitandveg.co.uk
Fieldfare Café
at Thistledown Farm
Now open and serving our new lunch menu Weds - Sun! Fieldfare Café is located on our family farm overlooking Woodchester Park. Our food is prepared with a charcoal barbecue and wood-fired clay oven using local and foraged ingredients. Our meats are free range and we use Organic produce where possible. The café is fully licensed and we stock a range of locally-sourced alcohols. We have seating inside and out, and our conservatory houses an open kitchen with stunning views. From Oct - March guests can explore all 75 acres of our farm, so why not come up for lunch, have a walk around the farm and then warm up beside our woodburner with a hot drink! We’re open 9am - 4:30pm Weds to Sun (booking recommended) and later some weekend evenings for wood-fired sourdough pizzas and pop-up events - join our mailing list for details! thistledown.org.uk
01453 860420
tinkley lane, nympsfield, GL10 3UH
Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
3
This Month
Accountancy/ Business/ Education Beauty/Hairdressing/ Therapies/fitness Cars & car maintenance Computer Services Community Events Dental Care Estate & Letting Agents Funeral Directors Gardening/Garden Maintenance Home & Home Maintenance Live-in Care & Rest Homes Printing & publishing Pubs/Restaurants/Hotels Veterinary & Pet Carecare
Sports Massage Sports Massage Therapist Therapy Holisitic Massage ITEC BTEC MFHT
ITEC Level 3 BTEC Level 4 MFHT www.scsportsmassage.co.uk
Tel: 01452 Tel: 01452 770010 770010 Mobile: Mobile: 07968 07968 696 696 550 550 Bisley, Bisley, Gloucestershire Gloucestershire GL6 GL6 7BB 7BB ● Injury and Rehabilitation
● Deep Tissue Massage ● Kinesiology Taping ● Joint Mobilisation ● Neurological Testing ● Soft Tissue Release ● Trigger Therapy Business Business Card.indd Card.indd 11
Advice + Exercise Programs
www.dogstrust.org.uk
Every year thousands of puppies, just like me, are illegally imported into Gift Vouchers are available to purchase £35 for 1 hour Great Britain. You can help Dogs Tel: 07968 696550 orour 01452 770010 Trust give more of us Passport to a Better Life.Find out more.
24-29 15 34 36/38 25 40 16 30-33 03-13 17-19 37/39 2/23 20/21/ 22
WANTED
Sarah Clatworthy
34-35
We Buy 1800-1970’s single items, collections or complete house contents including:
Old leather suit cases, Postcards, Dolls, Trains, Toys, Dinkys, Corgi, 22/02/2016 17:08 17/03/2015 10:42 Match Box, Sporting items, Copper, Brass, China, Silver, Clocks, Boxes, Treen, Cutlery, Tapestries, Ephemera, Fountain Pens, Medals, Badges, Small furniture, Windup Wristwatches, Gramophones Motoring Memorabilia Also Vintage clothing, Hats, Shoes & Handbags, Costume Jewellery, Lace, Linen Etc Please ask for detailed list of items we buy Telephone: 01452 770409 evenings or Email ross.milne2012@btinternet.com Laurel Cottage, Waterlane, Nr Stroud, GL6 7PL
Please mention The Five Valleys Directory when responding to adverts
4 The Five Valleys Directory
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 an advert. All artwork is accepted on strict condition that permission has been given for use in this publication. Adverts are accepted on the understanding that descriptions of goods and services are fair and accurate. Any reproduction of any material is forbidden without consent of the publishers. The publishers cannot accept responsibility for views expressed by contributors, or for the accuracy of claims made by advertisers. Printed by: Jamprint, Calne, Wiltshire
The Five Valleys Directory incorporating Dursley, Cam & Uley Editor :Catherine Dixon Contributors: Changes Welcome Zoe Warner of VM Organics E: Catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk www.fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
The Five Valleys Directory ADVERTISING
07722 828363 Editor Catherine Dixon Cover photo by Jeff Wilson. email: jeff19681@hotmail.co.uk
ADS Painting & Decorating Services (SW) Ltd Adding colour to your home
Andrea Swain andrea.swain@hotmail.co.uk Chalford, Stroud Gloucestershire
01453 887508 07711 079468
ADS Painting & Decorating Services (SW) Ltd Adding colour to your home
Andrea Swain andrea.swain@hotmail.co.uk
Domes�c Electrical Installa�on
Chalford, Stroud Gloucestershire
Smart Home and Audio Industrial Electrical Services Commercial Electrical Services As a NAPIT approved electrical company, we are also registered on the government's electrical competent persons scheme and offer a guarantee on all works carried out.
Tel: 07890 167 242 or 01453 546 991 email: info.rglelectrical@gmail.com All works are guaranteed
www.rglelectrical.co.uk Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
01453 887508 07711 079468
www.trustinblue.com
0800 255 0 255
CALL TODAY FOR YOUR FREE QUOTE
Handymen
Retired Police
Retired Police
Handymen
5
CALL TODAY FOR YOUR FREE QUOTEPHONE-A-
PHONE-AHANDYMAN HANDYMAN 0800 255 0 255 www.trustinblue.com
From a Dripping Tap to uPVC Windows & Doors From a Dripping Tap to uPVC Windows & Doors We doititallall- No - No is small too small We do jobjob is too From Mowingtoto Gates, Fencing & Decking FromLawn Lawn Mowing Gates, Fencing & Decking We'll keep property tidy tidy We'll keepyour your property
•Lawn Mowing / Gardening / Garden Clearance / Decking
•Lawn Mowing / Gardening / Garden Clearance / Decking •Pressure Washing – Patios / Paths / Wheelie Bins / uPvc •Pressure – Patios / Pathsfire/surrounds Wheeliefitted Bins / uPvc * CarpentryWashing - doors, skirtings, architraves,
* Sheds - custom made orarchitraves, erected/basesfire layed * Carpentry - doors, skirtings, surrounds fitted •Painting & Decorating, Inside or Out * Sheds - custom made or erected/bases layed
*Man and Van Service/Removals
•Painting & Decorating, Inside or Out •Odd Jobs around your home *Man and&Van Service/Removals •Kitchens Bathrooms Installed •uPVC Doors Windows Installed •Odd/Jobs around your/ Repaired home •uPVC Fascias /&Soffits / Guttering Fitted •Kitchens Bathrooms Installed •Door / Window Locks & Hinges Repaired •uPVC Doors / Windows Installed / Repaired •Flat Pack Furniture Assembled / Repaired •uPVC Fascias / Soffits / Guttering Fitted •Door / Window Locks & Hinges Repaired •Flat Pack Furniture Assembled / Repaired
NO CALL OUT CHARGE: FREE ESTIMATES 10% OFF FIRST JOB WITH THIS ADVERT
CALL BRIAN FREE ESTIMATES NO CALL OUT CHARGE: TEL: 01453 450179 • MOB: 07800 572992
10% OFF FIRST JOB WITH THIS ADVERT
Please mention The Five Valleys Directory when responding to adverts CALL BRIAN
6
PAINTING
Thank you
& ODD JOBS
TIDY AND THOROUGH RELIABLE AND FRIENDLY
CALL DENIS ON 01453 887878 / 07787 753565
Oven Cleaning Specialists Ovens, Hobs Extracts, Microwaves Safe • Non Caustic • Eco Friendly Process Use immediately after clean Friendly Service • Great Prices Please call David on
01452 550668 / 0777 6172 761
for putting my advert together each edition as it is now my prime source of work. So keep up the good work! Denis Morris Handyman.
It’s easy to be in the Five Valleys Directory and more importantly…………………..
IT WORKS! Prices start for as little as £25 per issue
For further details call Catherine on 01588 661101 Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
S. Berryman Boiler Service
£45 NO VAT
ID: 307238
Plumbing & Heating British Gas Trained Engineer. Over 30 years Experience. Boiler Servicing, Maintenance and Landlord Checks. General Plumbing Undertaken.
TELEPHONE 01453 890122
Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
7
01453 732600 or 01249 810200
Summer Trade Days next month. Makita demo van at both branches. Look out for special offers announced over the coming weeks.
01453 732600
Opening Times Weekdays 7am-5pm Saturdays 7am-12 noon FREE DELIVERY (within 15 miles of branch)
01249 810200
Please mention The Five Valleys Directory when responding to adverts
8
PAYING TOO MUCH FOR LOCAL ADVERTISING? Maybe it’s time to advertise your business in the FVD
FROM JUST £25 PER ISSUE! TO FIND OUT MORE Call us on
01588 661101
Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk www.fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
SEVERNSIDE SWEEPS
Firewood & Kindling
Member of The Institute of Chimney Sweeps Reg. No: 0290 www.instituteofchimneysweeps.co.uk
Brush & Industrial Vacuum Wood & Multifuel Burners Open Fires Rayburn & Aga Type CCTV Chimney Surveys Fully Insured Incorporating HETAS Registered installer of chimney liners, stoves & cowls Chimneys should be swept at least once a year for safety and in compliance with your house insurance. SAFETY CERTIFICATE ISSUED
TEL: 07784 207878 E:severnsweep@yahoo.co.uk
Free Local Deliveries Free Bag of Kindling
All Hardwood Logs For prompt delivery Call Chris Mobile
07745 230430 01453 750862 452731
Tree surgery also undertaken NO CANVASSERS
Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
9
Local & Independent 24 Hr Call Out - No Call Out Fee Ð Fast Reliable Service Non-Destructive Entry (Wherever Possible) Keys cut on Site Ð uPVC Repairs All work Guaranteed Ð Fully Insured Ð CRB Checked Call Ð Ollie on 01666 848097 Ð 07823881639 Ð info@pixielock.com www.pixielock.com
!
!
Please recycle this Please recycle magazine whenthis you magazine when you have finished with it have finished with it
! ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Carpentry Flooring Plastering Kitchen Fitting Loft Conversion Extensions Property Maintenance
For a free estimate and a reliable and friendly service phone Jon Vaughan on:
Mobile: 07855 855052 Edwina, Toadsmoor Road, Brimscombe, Stroud
Home: 01453 548871 Mobile: 07922 191103 (Answerphone available)
Independent, Qualified, Reliable
LOCAL PLUMBER
Central Hea�ng Power Flush Specialist
I should like to put in a recommendation for a company that I found advertised in the Five Valleys Directory. It is Barden Clean, a carpet and upholstery cleaning company. Thy did an excellent job, very reasonably priced, and highly professional, visiting first to give an accurate price, and I have already recommended them to others. Sally Goodman (Painswick)
Save money and reduce your carbon footprint Central hea�ng power flushing
Cold Radiators? Black Sludge? Noisy Boiler? ...any of these signs could require a power flush!
Plumbing Maintenance No Emergency Call out fee 30 years experience Local tradesman FREE advice given on Plumbing and Hea�ng Can recommend other trades if required
Discounts Available up to 10%
Please mention The Five Valleys Directory when responding to adverts
10
HEAVENLY
Windows & Conservatories
30 years of experience delivering superior quality glazing • Windows including new Cottage-Style and Sash • A range of doors from Composite to Bi-fold • Contemporary style conservatories, or a more classic design
A first class service and professional installation
Registered Company 32275
Call us on 01453 882896 or 07771 858013 or visit our website www.heavenlywindows.co.uk
Core Five Valleys.indd 1
21/11/2017 20:35
It’s easy to be in the Five Valleys Directory and more importantly…………………..
IT WORKS! Prices start for as little as £25 per issue
For further details call Catherine on 01588 661101 Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
11
Do you need help around your home? “Being local, I’m a very Handy Man!”
With over 30 years experience, here are just some of the jobs that I can do to help you improve and maintain your home.
Tiling SPECIALIST
Bathroom installations
Hall, stairs & landing
Painting & decorating
Friendly, Caring, Trustworthy Service from a Friendly, Caring Person at Really Friendly Prices. For a FREE quotation please ring me, David Holder on
Tel: 01452 611866 Mobile: 07977 099996 or Email: holdermaxine@aol.com DJH Home Services, Gloucester Established 1984
THE SHARPENING SERVICE BISLEY
Kitchen knives, scissors, garden tools and most other blunt instruments!
Restoration of old shears a speciality
Please recycle this Please recycle magazine whenthis you magazine when you have finished with it have finished with it
For a fast and reliable service
Please contact Rupert Miles
01452 770788 or milesrup@btinternet.com
Please mention The Five Valleys Directory when responding to adverts
12
Greyhound Gap Helping Hounds into Homes homing@greyhoundgap.org.uk Homing and Adoption Enquiries:

Rose Marie on 01256 771819 (9am-9pm)

Sam on 07944 862777 (11am - 9pm)
Lisa on 01782 544728 / 07917 422489 (10am-6pm)
www.greyhoundgap.org.uk
Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
13
• Window cleaning • Conservatory cleaning • Fascia cleaning • Gutter clearing • Odd jobs • Decorating • Carpet cleaning
Available to work within a 3 mile radius of Bisley
Tel/Text: 07824 887777 email: sales@oh-so-clean.co.uk
Holmes 2 Clean Holmes will make your home's feel good, clean and fresh!
Domestic Cleaning Weekly, fortnightly, monthly and one-off blitz cleans can also be done
All the cleaning products used are eco-friendly (amway & ecover)
Fully insured Reliable quality cleaning service in
and around Stroud & Minchinhampton
Call Cherie: 07887 810058 Email: holmes2clean@hotmail.com www.holmes2clean.co.uk
Please mention The Five Valleys Directory when responding to adverts
14 FESTIVE FUN & FROLICS IN DURSLEY LIBRARY THIS WINTER Whats On ?? Christmas Story Time – Tuesday 12th December at 2 pm and again at 3.45 pm Christmas Stories, festive craft and its PARTY TIME.
May Lane
Dursley GL11 4JH
Baby Bounce & Rhyme – Thursday 14th December at 10.30 am Get MESSY and HAVE FUN!
Library TIMES OF OPENING Mon 9.30am-5pm Tues 9.30am-6.30pm Wed 9.30am-2pm Thurs 9.30am-5pm Fri 9.30am-6.30pm Sat 9.30am-4pm
Tuesday 19th December at 2 pm - The Tales of Hans Christian Andersen – Interactive Story telling with Hammerpuzzle Theatre Company. Suitable for ages 3-7 FREE TO ALL Wednesday 20th December 10.30 am – 11.30 am Come and make something GLITTERY with us! Saturday 6th January 2018 – Walk and Book Talk from Wotton Library to Dursley Library 10 am start. Approx.5 miles – stout footwear required. Tel: 01453 543059 for more information. (Buses run every 2 hours from Dursley back to Wotton). Saturday 13th January 2018 10.30 am – 12.30 pm – Young peoples adventure walk around Dursley. For ages 6 – 11. (The Adventure Bureau is a magical company creating adventures for children everywhere). Book on Eventbrite, Dursley Library, Young Peoples Adventure Walk. See your local community through fresh eyes and who knows what amazing adventures can be conjured up. REGULAR EVENTS Baby Bounce & Rhyme – every Thursday morning at 10.30 am (during term time) Story time – every Tuesday afternoon at 2 pm and 3.45 pm (during termtime) – with a craft activity to keep little hands busy. Our knit and knatter group is here every Wednesday at 10 am – come and join in – or donate some wool for their very special projects. Citizens Advice Bureau – sessions held here every Monday (10 – 1) and Friday (10-12). You can also make arrangements to see a Pensions Advisor by ringing 01453 488047. Come along and check out all the great things Dursley Library can offer you – INCLUDING FREE WI-FI, NEW RELEASE DVD MOVIES, AND BOOKS GALORE. WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR !! FOR ANY FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE PHONE DURSLEY LIBRARY: 01453 543059
Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
15
Claritas English Tutoring Private personal tutor of English
I am a highly qualified, very experienced personal tutor of all aspects of English from GCSE to undergraduate level. GCSE English Language, English Literature. (all boards) A level Literature, Language, Lang. and Lit. (all boards) Undergraduate: a range of possible areas (please ask for details). • • • • • • • •
Highly qualified (PhD and Cert. Ed.) 27 years' experience Currently principal examiner for A level High success rates Friendly and suppor�ve All ability levels catered for Tes�monials Recent DBS cer�ficate For details please see: www.claritasenglish.co.uk
Tel: 07530 652364 Email: jacquie@claritasenglish.co.uk
GPL Mobile Autos Ltd
Mobile Servicing and Repairs All Commercial and Domestic Vehicles Private and fleet vehicle servicing and repairs Diagnostic and specialist work MOT Preparation, Bodywork Repairs Breakdown service available Fixed price service of £79 plus parts (a thorough service, usually minimum three hours)
Engine service £37 plus parts Prices exclude VAT, MOTS are £39 inclusive
Email gplmobileautosltd@btinternet.com
Tel John 07733 226715 to book a Winter Check Up
Please mention The Five Valleys Directory when responding to adverts
16
DURSLEY FARMERS MARKET Dates for 2017: Saturdays 8th April 13th May 10th June 8th July 12th August 9th September 14th October 11th November 9th December = Christmas Market
If anyone is interested, in running a stall please contact
We need you! Cirencester & South Cotswold MS Society group is looking for new volunteers to join their team. Can you help us continue to provide services and activities which meet the needs of people affected by MS? If you’ve got a bit of spare time and want to do a lot of good, we would love to hear from you. Contact Karin Gray on T: 0208 438 0830 E: karin.gray@mssociety.org.uk
MICHAEL GAMBLE FUNERAL DIRECTORS A caring and personal service from an independent, family-run business STATION HOUSE STATION ROAD STROUD GL5 3AR 01453 790900
www.michaelgamble.net
Rosie Coates at dursleyfarmersmarket@talktalk.net Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
17 Where kindness comes first
We are a small specialist agency committed to improving the lives of those needing care at home
We have an outstanding team of kind, skilled and empathetic carers providing anything from daytime visits to full personal and live-in care www.heartfeltcare.co.uk 01453 383005
GREAT HOMEMADE FOOD MADE EASY
Great tasting frozen ready meals delivered to your door. Over 100 meal choices in 2 sizes Free delivery – no minimum order Cool touch packaging straight from oven/microwave Selection of blended meals Free from options (Onions, Glutens, Dairy) We will deliver your groceries at the same time Our food tastes homemade because it is!
For a menu call 01295 680 999 Or email order@ofishial-foods.co.uk
Sugarswell Business Park, Shenington, Oxfordshire, OX15 6HW
Please mention The Five Valleys Directory when responding to adverts
18
Vegetable Saucer Pies Nutritious and economical, and they taste divine Stir in the flours and coriander and cook, stirring for 2 minutes.
Makes six little pies which can be frozen before baking and taken straight from the freezer to the oven.
Gradually add the cream and the milk and cook over a moderate heat for five minutes until the mixture comes to a boil and thickens.
Preparation time: 75 min Cooking time: 40 min Ingredients Filling 60g / 2oz butter 225g / 8oz leeks - trimmed, thinly sliced and washed 225g / 8oz carrots - peeled and finely diced 1 small head of broccoli, broken into tiny florets 115g / 4oz mushrooms, sliced 60g / 2oz frozen peas 60g / 2oz walnut pieces 60g / 2oz plain flour 1 level tsp ground coriander 150ml 1/4 pint single cream 150ml 1/4 pint milk 4 tbsp chopped fresh dill Salt and freshly ground black pepper Pastry 450g / 1lb plain flour 225g / 8 oz butter 115g / 4oz mature cheddar cheese, grated 1/2 level tsp English mustard powder 1/4 level tsp salt 175ml / 6fl oz milk 1 medium egg, beaten Method Filling Melt the butter in a large frying pan. Add the leeks and carrots and cook gently for 5 minutes. Add the broccoli, mushrooms and peas and cook for a further five minutes. Add the walnuts.
leave to cool.
Remove from the heat, stir in the dill, season well and
Pastry Sift the flour into a mixing bowl and rub in the butter. Stir in 85g / 3oz of the cheese and all the mustard powder and the salt. Add enough milk to make a soft, but not sticky, dough. Knead lightly on a floured surface until smooth. Lightly grease six oven-proof saucers, about 15cm / 6 inches in diameter. Cut the dough in half. Roll out one half thinly, and using the saucers as a guide, cut out six rounds, each a little larger than the saucer. Line the saucers with the rounds and divide the filling equally between them. Roll out the remaining dough and, using a saucer as a guide again, cut out six more rounds. Brush the edges of the saucer dough with cold water and cover with the lids, then press the edges together well. Make a small hole in the centre of each pie and chill the pies for 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 200C / Gas mark 6. Put the saucers containing the pies on two baking sheets, brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Bake for 30 minutes then turn the tray and bake for a further ten minutes until golden brown.
Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
Advert August 2012:Layout 1
21/8/12
15:22
Page 2
19 Our live-in care agency, based in Gloucestershire, specialises in live-in carers for elderly people who can no longer manage alone but wish to stay in their own home. Their quality of life is enhanced when they have the right person alongside them providing support, dignity and peace of mind. All our carers benefit from Corinium Care’s award-winning training programme, an important part of which is training in dementia care. To request a brochure or speak to a member of our team, please call 01453 839290 or visit our website www.coriniumcare.com
the personal touch ❛atPutting the heart of all we do
❛
The live-in care agency that understands the importance of home
Corinium Care ■ George Street ■ Nailsworth ■ Gloucestershire ■ GL6 0AG ■ www.coriniumcare.com
Please mention The Five Valleys Directory when responding to adverts
20
file o r P ings e l p lere ookofCia t Peongela HP r e P A pO e l nes okings e PeLiotntlgeela Hos Pet Car A One e l t Lit
Tell us about you. I have recently been fortunate enough Tellmove us about you.beautiful area from to to this Devon with my Tom, and one I have recently partner, been fortunate enough year old daughter, Eliza. Tom was givto move to this beautiful area from en the opportunity to further hisand career Devon with my partner, Tom, one in golfoldevent management at was a local year daughter, Eliza. Tom givclub here, and as I was coming to the en the opportunity to further his career end of my maternity leave it was an in golf event management at a local ideal time to take the leap! club here, and as I was coming to the endlove of my maternity wasasan We being able to leave spend ittime a family exploring the stunning ideal time toand takelovely the leap! countryside villages; the highlight of the week for us is sampling the local coffee and cake Stroudexploring market! the stunning We love being able to spend time at asthe a family lovelyand villages; the highlight the week for about us is Icountryside grew up by and the coast have always enjoyedofbeing out and sampling the locallearning coffee and cake the Stroud in the countryside about theatanimals andmarket! British birds around me. Myupfamily share lovealways for animals and my out littleand oneabout has I grew by thealso coast and ahave enjoyed being been delighted every time we have visited Minchinhampton Common in the countryside learning about the animals and British birds around to seeMy thefamily cows!also share a love for animals and my little one has me. beenfeel delighted everytotime have such visiteda Minchinhampton We very lucky havewefound wonderful place Common to settle to seein, the cows! down and nurture our daughter. We feel very lucky to have found such a wonderful place to settle What younurture to a business in pet care? down led in, and our daughter. Having been a devoted pet owner for years, I struggled to find a serWhatinled you to a business in pet vice Devon that could provide mycare? beloved pets with the highest quality I couldn’t be there them. From mytoexperience, Havingcare beenwhen a devoted pet owner forfor years, I struggled find a seranimals tend to feel more comfortable in their own homes when their vice in Devon that could provide my beloved pets with the highest families are away and seem happier and more settled when there is quality care when I couldn’t be there for them. From my experience, animals tend to feel more comfortable in their own homes when their families are away and seem happier and more settled when there is
21 minimal disruption to their routine. This prompted me to set up a pet and house sitting service alongside my job in Healthcare. Since moving to Stroud, I decided to pursue pet care as my full time career, and haven’t looked back! What are your hobbies and interests? I have always been very creative, both artistically and musically. Strongly influenced by my musician father, I played Clarinet in a number of local bands and travelled abroad, most notably with a Fire and Rescue Service Band for a Remembrance Parade under the Menin Gate in Belgium. I hope to join a local band here when Eliza is a little older. If anyone can recommend one, please let me know! What are your plans for the future? In terms of the business, I endeavour to establish ‘Little Ones Pet Care’ as a professional, reliable service within the Stroud District and build an honest, hard-working team to support me. On the personal side, Tom and I are looking for a family home in the area that we can create long lasting memories with Eliza
Caring for your pets in the comfort of their own home Serving the Stroud District I offer tailored visits and housesitting to feed, clean, Little Ones advert here administer medication to and spend time with your pets whilst you are away from home Fully insured and CRB checked
Contact Angela on 07729524744 www.littleones-petcare.com
Please mention The Five Valleys Directory when responding to adverts
22 We offer the best quality veterinary care for your pet, without compromise. Ask a member of staff about our new Paws and Claws discount scheme
Stroud Wallbridge Nailsworth Old Market Place enquiries@clockhousevets.co.uk
Tel: 01453 752555 www.clockhousevets.co.uk
Putting your best friend first
Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
23 Bristol Road, Falfield GL12 8DL
T: 01454 260502 • ACCOMMODATION • DINING • MEETINGS • WEDDINGS • CELEBRATIONS
E: mail@thegablesbristol.co.uk W: www.thegablesbristol.co.uk
CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHTS Celebrate in style at one of our festive party nights. From £28pp
Christmas
Treat someone special with a present they’ll love this Christmas. With over 25 gift experiences, there’s something for everyone, and you can buy and download your personalised vouchers instantly from our website! ●
● DINING ● AFTERNOON TEAS OVERNIGHT STAYS ● MONETARY VOUCHERS ● SPECIAL EVENT VOUCHERS r new Try Before You Buy Offer!
CHRISTMAS FLOWER ARRANGING Monday 11th December See some stunning ideas for decorating your home at Christmas. £23.95pp includes a 3 course lunch & coffee.
SUNDAY LUNCH WITH SANTA Sunday 17th December Fun for all the family with a 3 course lunch, magic show and a visit from Santa! Adults: £21.95, children under 12: £9.95
BOXING DAY LUNCH
Enjoy a 3 course festive carvery lunch. Adults: £28, children under 12: £14.50
Visit our website to see our full calendar of special events and to join our 1mailing list. 11:09 P Chris Directory Ad.qxp_Layout 22/05/2017
How far can you go on an empty tank?
Are you writing a book?
Glider pilots from Nympsfield often fly over 200 miles by using the energy in the atmosphere
Get help from a published local author and professional editor
Most people who can drive a car can learn to fly
Autobiographies, novels, etc etc
Take up an absorbing hobby, have an unforgettable experience, or give a memorable gift
Ghostwriting
Call 01453 860342 or visit bggc.co.uk for details
Trial flights & gift vouchers available
BGGC.CO.UK
Nympsfield, Gloucestershire, GL10 3TX
Reviewing and editing Professional self-publishing available Author, ‘How Not to Write a Book’ (as featured in Cotswold Life)
chris@chrisnewton.co.uk www.chrisnewton.co.uk
07836 340626
Please mention The Five Valleys Directory when responding to adverts
2 24
Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
25
Mobile foot care in the comfort of your home Treatments include: Routine nail care. Removal of corns and callus. Verruca treatment. Diabetic foot care. Give your feet a treat and call Elisabeth Ann B.Sc., FHP 01452 812960, 821960, www.elisabethannfootcare.co.uk www.elisabethannfootcare.co.uk. 01452
For just ÂŁ30 you could be
advertising your business in this space! For more details contact Catherine on
01588 or661101
email:catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
Time for a new dentist? Castle Gate Dental offers 30-minute appointments to all new patients. Call 01453 542109 to book. l Unhurried, private dental care
l Drop-in hygiene therapy
l Highest standards of cleanliness
l Fast & clear braces
l 16-point dental health check
l Facial rejuvenation
82 Parsonage Street, Dursley, Glos, GL11 4AA . www.castlegate-dental.co.uk . 01453 542109
Please mention The Five Valleys Directory when responding to adverts
26 How to boost your own self-confidence
From time to time we all have a bit of doubt in ourselves. This could be for a variety of reasons. Perhaps it has been a knock back in your career or your personal life. You could also feel that you are lacking in self-confidence due to something such as taking a career break in order to raise your family. You may also just feel a little down on yourself due to how you perceive your place in the wider world. No matter the reason why your self-confidence is low, the best person to improve this is you. But how do you improve your own self-confidence and where do you start? We have put together some of our top tips to boost your own self-confidence and make sure that you feel great about you! Kill those negative thoughts We all have a tendency to allow a few negative thoughts to creep into our minds from time to time. This isn’t the end of the world, but if the negative thoughts are taking over the rest of the thoughts in our brain, then it is time to make a change. Imagine that you could chase away those negative thoughts, banishing them for good. Sometimes this visual aid is all you need to try and focus on the positive that is in your mind. An exercise that can be helpful is to light a candle and focus on the flickering flame and breath in deeply letting the light chase away any negative thought and replace it with light. Take as many breaths in until you feel the light has reached every part of you, when you breath out blow away the negative thought which has now been replaced with light. Try this for a few minutes every day Be positive More than just thinking positive thoughts, sometimes the key to improving your selfconfidence is to be positive. Speak to others positively, say yes to things rather than no all the time. All those things can help you to feel more positive about life. However, make sure you also practice saying no to things you don’t want to do without feeling guilty about it. Think about how your inner voice speaks to you, try to make it positive. For example, instead of thinking I am fat and disgusting and I need to lose weight, try, I am gorgeous, and if I lost a few pounds it would be better for my health and give me more energy. Look in the mirror every day and say out loud something positive about yourself, tell yourself, I am beautiful, I am kind, I am a good mum and keep saying it everyday, everytime you see a mirror. If there are people about you can say it in your head. Try out some kindness Whilst some of the ways to improve our self-confidence is to focus on ourselves, you can also do it by focusing on others too. A simple way to do this is to try out some kindness. Give a friend a compliment, tell them why you love them, donate to charity or simply just give up some of your time to listen to someone else. All of these things not only make the other person feel great, but make sure you feel great too. Remember what is awesome about you When we are feeling low in self-confidence it is because we have forgotten what makes us so great. So, a simply way to improve this is to remind yourself what is so awesome about you. Tell yourself not only what is fab about who you are, but also what makes you different, unique and special too, Article by Zoe Warner of VM Organic
www.vmorganic.life
Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
27
Back Pain? Neck Pain? Stresses and Strains? Joints and Muscles? For 12 Years I have been helping people. “Amazing, very helpful, and brilliant treatment” Sue I. “Very helpful and caring. Seemed to want to help, and actually listened.” Carol S. “Easy to find and nice surroundings. Very nice chiropractor.” Carol E. I would love to help you too. Readers of The Five Valleys Directory will get a 25% discount on the initial Consultation. Www.StroudChiropractor.co.uk 07470 224 214 (Text/Phone) andrew.evans@stroudchiropractor.co.uk
Please mention The Five Valleys Directory when responding to adverts
28
Yoga Don’t just do something...sit there! Is there anyone left on earth who doesn’t know that if we want to be healthy we need to exercise? Exercise strengthens our heart, lungs and bones; increases our mobility and flexibility; burns calories, improves mood, sleep and memory and infuses us with energy. So after the excesses of Xmas, lets put exercise at the top of our New Year’s resolutions list. Remember exercise should be fun! Forget slogging away in a sweaty gym (unless that’s your thing). Why not try something completely different in 2018, like yoga? Developed more than 5000 years ago in India, Hatha Yoga is the most common form in the west. It involves physical posture work (asanas) and deep breathing (pranayamas), in preparation for meditation (dhyana), when the mind is quiet and focused on a single object, sound or chant. The exercises stretch and flex the spine and the joints, strengthen muscles and bones, tone up the internal organs and stimulate circulation, digestion and the nervous system. In the Sanskrit language yoga means union, harmony and balance. It results in body-awareness, because it calms the mind, while bringing vitality, strength, and flexibility to the body. After practising yoga you will become more aware of how you stand, sit and walk and how you cope in stressful situations. Yoga is a safe
and relaxing form of exercise that can be practiced by anyone, regardless of age or ability. It is gentle and non-competitive. Don’t think you have to be a contortionist and tie yourself up into impossible positions like some super fit celebrities. Once you’re in a posture, you breathe and relax into it and only do as much as your body will let you. Yoga is suitable for almost anyone, though if you have health problems including high blood pressure, heart disease, a back or neck injury or have undergone recent surgery, then you should consult your doctor before embarking on any new exercise regime. There are many forms of Hatha Yoga to suit all levels of fitness. Ananda and Iyengar Yoga are good types to start with, but there are more vigorous forms like Ashtanga and Bikram Yoga for those who like a challenge. You’ll find information about your nearest beginner’s yoga class from The British Wheel of Yoga, a registered charity and the largest yoga organisation in the country. Loose clothing and a non-slip mat are all you need to get started. If you want to improve your stamina, strength, flexibility, posture, and cope better with stress, enrol in a yoga class and you’ll have taken the first step into an activity you can enjoy for many years. You might even extend those years considerably!
Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
29
Give someone you love a selection of Courtyard treats this Christmas... Contact us today to find out more about our Christmas bauble vouchers which enable you to buy up to 4 discounted 30 minute treatments for a friend or loved one. Treatments that the recipient of the vouchers will be able to select from are:
• • • • • • • • •
Sports Massage TRX 1:1 Acupuncture Pressure Points & Taster Session Holistic Massage Dietary Advice Session Hot Stones Massage Aromatherapy Unwind Hypnotherapy Guided Relaxation Session Foot Health Assessment and Treatment
Holistic Massage
Hot Stones Massage
Dietary Advice Session
Discounted prices are based on an average charge of £27 rather than the exact price of each treatment. *Saving based on buying 4 discount treatment vouchers at the same time for one person.
Sports Massage
Based on buying 4 treatments you could save *£37.80!
...plus many more!
Contact us on 01453 548 119 to find out more
Courtyard Clinic, The Old Post Office, Parsonage Street, Dursley, Gloucestershire, GL11 4DR
t: 01453 548 119 | e: info@courtyardclinic.com | w: www.courtyardclinic.com
MINDFULNESS Get Started!
a practical morning workshop Mindfulness opens the way to clear, calm states of mind. It brings spacious confidence and creativity to everything you do. Come and take your first steps Cost £40.00/25 Sunday, January 14th Cheltenham - 10.00 - 1.00pm For details and booking:
www.mindfulness-west.com 01453 883560
From
£165 Love your look this year Join our dedicated & discreet Facial Aesthetics Clinic on Thursdays l Wrinkle reduction l Dermal fillers l Qualified clinician
01453 542109
82 Parsonage St, Dursley . castlegate-dental.co.uk
Please mention The Five Valleys Directory when responding to adverts
30
The best dressed Christmas tree in town! Decorating the Christmas tree should be a magical affair. Once you’ve untangled the mess of lights from the loft, it’s a chance to get creative and brighten the home with bling not seen at any other time of the year. Whether you do it on your own or as a family, dressing the tree truly marks the start of the festive season. Sarah Champier of The Cotswold Flower Company was Personal Florist to the Prince of Wales for over a decade. Part of her role was to style and decorate the Christmas tree at the Prince’s Gloucestershire home Highgrove House. “I dressed so many trees whilst in royal service, in the Cotswolds, London and Scotland. I love Christmas and always look forward to turning the tree into something special. I put on seasonal music and totally immerse myself in this seasonal opportunity to be really creative.” Here Sarah shares some of her style secrets to help you create a tree to impress! “I often begin with some fabric…gossamer Sarah Champier with a sparkle or sheen in a colour that will blend with your chosen theme. Wrap it around the tree and tuck it in towards the centre, deep within the branches, to create a soft backdrop for the rest of the decorations. Vintage saris can look amazing! “Next come the lights, I always use white with a green cable so that it’s absorbed by the natural colouring of the tree. Follow the lights with tinsel or any garlands you may want to use. Then start to place the rest of the decorations on the branches. I use an eclectic mix of ceramic, glass and metal. Gathered over the past 35 years, they include swans, foxes, robins and even flying geese! “Woodland creatures and Nordic winter wonderlands are on-trend for Christmas trees this year with grey and parchment being the colour themes of the season although red never seems to be far behind all the trends.”
Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
31
Sarah’s own tree of choice is a Fraser fir which has a lovely pine fragrance, good needle retention and a classic shape, although it is generally narrower than the traditional Norway spruce. “A Fraser fir is the tradition for our family now. Our first grandson was named after the first Christmas tree TRY GARDENER ADVERTISEMENT PROOF FORM that my Mount youngest andSomerset her husband ntry Gardener Magazines, House,daughter Halse, Taunton, TA4 3AD chose together.”
EDITION(S) BOOKED:star or fairy. “Although Sarah’s final embellishment is a classic erden Nursery ISSUE: Winter 2017 to her tree it could be a dinosaur if my grandsonCotswolds has a Country say in Gardener the matter!” A selection of Sarah’s plant and bulb creations are this year on sale at The LINE: 30TH OCTOBER Nursery at Miserden.2017 The nursery has been supplying Christmas trees to generations of families for more than 20 years and stocks freshly-cut FraE SENT UNLESS AMENDMENTS ARE MADE BY THE COPY ser firs, the traditional Norway spruce, the beautiful and eye-catching Blue BOOKED: spruce andtheNordmann for their excellent shape and needle oof by the date above - we reserve right to publish firs, the popular SPACE Quarter Page do not hear from you by the required date. We cannot accept any retention. For tree reservations or queries, please call 01285 821638 or fter this proof has been approved. DIMENSIONS: visit www.miserdennursery.co.uk. 126mm (H) x 84mm (W)
s or amendments to this advertisement please contact:
Article by Julie Dolphin of The Nursery at Miserden
8 corina@countrygardener.co.uk DEVON & DORSET Tel: 01837 82660 cath.pettyfer@countrygardener.co.uk 614 283230 rob@countrygardener.co.uk SOMERSET & CLASSIFIED Tel: 01278 671037 ava@countrygardener.co.uk
Requires marked changes
Signed: ....................................................................................... Date: ........................
THE NURSERY
Mugswell Nursery FOR SALE:
AT M I S E R D E N
Plants • Winter plants ready now and perrenials • Wood pellets for open fires and woodburners • Fire wood and kindling
• Big selection of Norway Spruce, Blue Spruce, Fraser Fir & Non-Needle Drop Nordmann Fir Trees • Hand-crafted Wreaths • Holly & Mistletoe • Tree Stands
Hayhedge Lane, Bisley, GL6 7AN
Chris: 07976 263608 Kay: 07801 066455
• Seasonal Pot Plants
www.mugswellnursery.co.uk
• Tree Wrapping Service
• Reservation System (choose early, collect later) Select your tree then come and enjoy delicious food and drink in The Garden Café, now open in one of our historic vine houses.
25th November Start of our Christmas season 27th November Christmas wreath-making workshop 9th & 10th December Special Festive Weekend Please check our website for further details and opening times.
Tel: 01285 821638 www.miserdennursery.co.uk Email: info@miserdennursery.co.uk Facebook “f ” Logo
CMYK / .ai
Facebook “f ” Logo
CMYK / .ai
Please recycle this Please recycle magazine whenthis you magazine when you have finished with it have finished with it
Please mention The Five Valleys Directory when responding to adverts
INES: DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
2 32 LANDSCAPING & PROPERTY SERVICES An established landscaping and property maintenance company based in Chalford,we service Stroud and the surrounding area. We offer a free quotation service.
All aspects of tree surgery / tree care professionally undertaken by friendly and qualified members of staff. Services include: Pruning / Crown reduction Felling / Stump removal Planting / Hedge maintenance Tree reports / Tree surveys
We cover Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds as well as surrounding counties. FREE quotations and helpful advice for all tree lovers and owners. Freephone: 0800 7569914 Direct: 07985 07707060614 364007
www.ecoarborist.co.uk
Landscaping Lime pointing Dry stone walling Decking Fencing Patios and driveways Children's play areas Garden and property maintenance Interior and exterior decorating Tel: 07976 736565 Email: pllandscaping@hotmail.com www.pllandscaping.co.uk
It’s easy to be in the Five Valleys Directory and more importantly…………………..
IT WORKS! Prices start for as little as £25 per issue
For further details call Catherine on 01588 661101 Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
Last secure place for over 550 animals and birds rescued from abuse, neglect, slaughter and abandonment. Please donate or sponsor to keep them safe. The Farm Animal Sanctuary, Manor Orchard Farm, School Lane, Middle Littleton Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 8LN jantaylor.sanc@tiscali.co.uk www.thefarmanimalsanctuary.co.uk
Save the Sanctuary, save my home, save my life
Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
33
Tel - 01453 497 047 Mob - 07702 157 124
Email info@treeation.co.uk website www.treeation.co.uk
STROUD BASED - FULLY INSURED & QUALIFIED ARBORISTS PROFESSIONAL QUALITY GUARANTEED COMPETETIVE PRICES
TREE SURGERY - Pruning - Crown Reductions - Felling Dismantles - Stump Grinding - Planting - Hedge Trimming. WOODLAND MANAGEMENT - Surveys - Management plans - BBQ Charcoal Producers - Forestry Fencing - Scrub Management - Seasoned Logs - Giant Kindling Bags - Planting & Aftercare - Coppicing Woodland Skills Courses.
UNIQUE SERVICE TO STROUD AREA!
With our new Branch Logger machine we are able to turn ALL of your tree waste down to the last twig into WOODFUEL. Check out www.treeation.co.uk/branch_logger.html
It’s easy to be in the Five Valleys Directory and more importantly…………………..
IT WORKS! Prices start for as little as £25 per issue
For further details call Catherine on 01588 661101 Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
Your local tree experts for over 30 years
Surgery, Felling & Stump Removal Pruning & Hedge Trimming Debris Recycling Full Consultancy Service Free Quotations
Tel: 01285 760466 Aston Down, Stroud Please mention The Five Valleys Directory when responding to adverts
34
,·,.·.·...··..·..·,.·,.·,.· &••_,.·,.,.,··• ----.,,.,. •••••••
COMPUTANCY website design
OUR GOAL IS TO MAKE YOUR BUSINESS
noticeable
77% of UK adults bought goods or services online in 2016
But did they buy from you?
IF YOUR BUSINESS WEBSITE SEEMS LOST IN THE VIRTUAL CLOUDS. GET IN TOUCH SO WE CAN SHED SOME DAYLIGHT ON IT, TO HELP YOUR ONLINE PRESENCE GROW...
Business Websites
E-commerce Solutions
Online Marketing
Startup business or going for
Selling a few items or your main
Search engine optimisation to get your business on the front
years? A responsive website is
business activity? A secure and
now essential for your customers
easy to navigate e-commerce
page of Google & Bing
to see what you can offer them.
webshop will boost your trade
No-one will find you otherwise!
FAST, RELIABLE WEBSITE & EMAIL HOSTING Contact us NOW for FREE website design evaluation 8 advice
PHONE
WEB
+44 1453 367063 +36 21 252 6263
enquiries@computancy.co.uk
computancy.co.uk skype: computancy
Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
35
FIVE VALLEYS ACCOUNTANCY & TAXATION CENTRE
Accountants for The Stroud & District Area
SMALL PRACTICE FOR SMALL CLIENTS = SMALL FEES CHARGED BY US SELF ASSESSMENT TAX RETURNS •IMMEDIATE SERVICE AVAILABLE• Fixed priced Accountancy/Taxation services. Accounts. Self Assessment. Tax returns. PAYE. VAT. Bookkeeping etc.
Annual Sales £ Less than 15,000 15,000 30,000 40,000 60,000 75,000 90,000 Over 100,000
Annual Fee from £ 50—100 100 150 180 210 230 240 By Negotiation
*Limited Company Accounts *Partnership Accounts *Self Employed Accounts *Management Accounts *Business Start Ups
Self Assessment tax returns completion from £50 *Self Assessment Tax Returns , Accounts problems.
For Accountancy Taxation advice Ring MIKE JEFFRIES MAAT ICPA 01453 836683/ 01453 834670/01453 391974
Testimonial from Victoria Smart of Tidy homes You publication has done me so well and I have had so many clients through it that it’s definitely been worth while. I’m just up to a point now where I have more work than employees - which is great - but I feel I need to stop advertising at least for the time being…just so I can catch up with myself! Many thanks though for all your help…having been a start up company this time last year I couldn’t have done what I have done over the last 12 months without publications such as yours - so thank you. Please mention The Five Valleys Directory when responding to adverts
36 38 DECEMBER 2017/JANUARY 2018 SAT 7TH OCT - There will be a Harvest Supper starting 7pm at the Maypole Hall, Paganhill. Church Office contact is 01453 759099. SAT 7TH - Visit Stroud Subscription Rooms for a Ceilidh: Out of Hand. Billed as a vibrant, energetic up and coming Ceilidh Band. Evening starts 8pm with tickets for £11/ concessions £10 and £5 under 16’s. On the door:-£12/£11 and £5 U16s. 01453 760900. SUN 8TH - There will be a Service for Harvest at the Church of the Holy Spirit, Paganhill which starts at 10.30am. THURS 12TH - Call at J Rool Bistro, opposite the old Swan Inn, Stroud from about 10am -12noon for a Social Morning with tea, coffee, cake and chatter. Also maybe learn a new craft or two. Contact Jenny on 01453 765705 or visit jenniferbailey705@binternet.co, for more details. These mornings will continue if attended. THURS 12TH - SAT 14TH - Cotswold Players present an evening of two one-act plays: Sketches for an Open Space at Cotswold Playhouse, Parliament Street, Stroud starting at 7.30pm. Tickets will £13 each available from 0333 666 3366 or cotswold playhouse.co.uk/tickets. Bar refreshments and ice cream. SAT 14TH - Remember there will be a Coffee Drop-In today from 10.30am -12noon taking place at Holy Trinity Church, Slad. More details available from 01453 757606. SAT 14TH - Gigg Mill, Nailsworth GL6 OJF opens again from 10am - 12noon for a chance to visit the Weaving Shed at this historic mill. A small charge will apply and more details from 01453 766273. SUN 15TH - 10.30am Harvest Service at St. John’s, Randwick. FRI 20TH - The Wurzels will perform at Stroud Subscription Rooms again at 8pm this evening. Tickets are £14/£16 on the door with more details booking on 01453 760900. www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk SAT 21ST - Five Valleys Cat Rescue will hold a Coffee Morning from 10am -1pm in the Mortimer Rooms, Nailsworth. 01453 886354. SAT 21ST - Make it a night to remember with a Starlight Hike for Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice. Shine bright in memory of loved ones with their 10k walk and support your local hospice. Starts 9pm from St. Edward’s Prep School, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham with more details from 01242 246162 or www.sueryder.org/ LeckhamptonSLH TUES 24TH - Cheltenham & District Orchid Society will meet again at St. John’s Church Hall, Churchdown at 7.30pm with new members or visitors very welcome. There is always a raffle and refreshments on offer. ‘An unexpected Journey’ by Chris Evans. THURS 26TH - Keep the kids occupied with half term events such as The Snow Dragon at 1pm and 4pm at Stroud Subscription Rooms. Tickets are £6 each from 01453 760900. FRI 27TH - Spaniel in the Works Theatre Co. present ‘Dark Tales of Gloucestershire’ at the Museum in the Park, Stroud. Tickets are £7 adults/£5 children and £20 family. Booking 01453 763394. SUN 29TH - British Summertime Ends and clocks go back one hour!
STROUD COMMUNITY NEWS SUN 29TH - 10am - 12noon Coffee-Drop-In runs today at Church of the Holy Spirit, Paganhill with coffee/cakes. Sales table/raffle. SUN 29TH - Apple and Pumpkin Day is today from 11am -8pm in collaboration with Stroud Valleys Project. Try apple pressing, discover Gloucestershire heritage apples and sample apple cake. Free entry with a small charge for some activities. 01453 763394. SUN 29TH - West & Midlands Iris Group will have a Tea and Talk with Sue Applegate on ‘The Langport Iris Collection’ starting 2pm at Highnam Community Centre, Highnam GL2 8DG. All welcome with entry charges at £5 to include tea and home made cake. TUES 31ST - Halloween. WED 1ST NOV - Nailsworth & District Flower Arrangement Society will meet again at 7 for 7.30pm in Town Hall, Nailsworth for Members’ Evening & Supper. Tickets will be needed for this event. Tickets will also be on sale for the Christmas Open Evening of the Society which will fall on Wednesday 13th December and take place in the Sibly Hall, Wycliffe College. The evening will feature a Demonstration called ‘Snowballs & Sleighbells’ by National Demonstrator Lucy Ellis at a cost of £10 each to include a glass of wine and mince pie. Doors will open 6.30 for 7.30pm. Call 01453 833952/01453 758496 for details of tickets. TUES 7TH - Cainscross WI will meet at 7.15pm at St. Matthew’s Church Hall, Cainscross for their AGM which will be followed by a talk and slideshow called ‘A boy in Tetbury from 1900-1950’ by Mr John Peters. New members/visitors always welcome for a small charge. There is always a raffle, refreshments and sales table on offer and more details available from 01453 762812. FRI 10TH& SAT 11TH - The Minchampton Players will have three performances of “Murdered to Death” at Minchampton Market House for the Market House Development Fund. More details on this available from Tony Simmonds on 01453 889321. SAT 11TH - Gigg Mill, Nailsworth opens again from 10am -12noon. SUN 12TH - Today is Remembrance Sunday with Service across the parish. FRI 17TH - The Cotswold Players present ‘The Government Inspector’ starts 7.30pm with tickets at £13 each and available from Box Office 0333 666 3366 or visit cotswold playhouse.co.uk/tickets The venue is Cotswold Playhouse, Parliament Street, Stroud GL5 1LW. This is a Classic Comedy by Nikolai Gogol and is bound to be a great evening. Bar/ice creams. SAT 18TH - Another performance of ‘The Government Inspector’. THURS 23RD - SAT 25TH - More performances of ‘The Government Inspector’ at Cotswold Playhouse starting at 7.30pm. TUES 28TH - Cheltenham & District Orchid Society will meet again at St. John’s Church Hall, Churchdown at 7.30pm. Details may change, so please check before setting out! To list your events/activities for December/January 2018 please call 01453 762812 as soon as possible thanks.
Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
373
Please mention The Five Valleys Directory when responding to adverts
38 2
39
DECEMBER 2017/JANUARY 2018 FRI 1ST - Stroud’s Goodwill Evening runs today with many stalls and entertainments. Please support Stroud’s Cats’ Protection League who will hold a stall there. SAT 2ND - Stroud’s Cats’ Protection League will also run a stall today at the Stonehouse Goodwill. www.stroud.cats.org.uk SAT 2ND - Christmas Tree Festival continues at St. Laurence Church, Stroud with free entry from 9.30am -5pm. Start your Christmas festivities with viewing some lovely decorated trees. SAT 2ND - A Christmas Market runs today at Ruskin Mill from 10am -4pm with children’s storytelling at 11am, 1pm and 3pm in the Festival Room. More details rmt.org/ruskinmillcollege/events or telephone 01453 837537. SAT 2ND - Tonight is Ceilidh night at Stroud’s Subscription Rooms with Evolution. Starts 8pm. Tickets £11/£10. 01453 760900. SAT 2ND/SUN 3RD - An Art & Design Exhibition runs from 10.30am - 4.30pm at Minchinhampon Market House with free admission. SUN 3RD - Christmas Tree Festival open again from 1-4pm, followed at 4pm by Festival Songs of Praise with free admission. SUN 3RD - Celebrate Christmas at Ruskin Mill Nailsworth with Advent Spiral starting at 4pm. A journey for children, accompanied by harp music and an angel guide. This is a free event. TUES 5TH - Cainscross WI Christmas Party Social Evening starts from 7pm with buffet supper. Please be aware that booking is needed for this event. More details from 01453 762812. FRI 8TH - Dreadzone + Joe Dymond will perform tonight at Stroud’s Susbscription Rooms starting 8pm with tickets at £16/Doors:£19. Booking Office contact no. is 01453 760900. SAT 9TH - The Bohemians will be performing tonight at the Subscription Rooms, Stroud with tickets at £18/£16 concessions. SAT 9TH - Make a date in your diary to go along to the Maypole Hall, Paganhill for a jolly Christmas evening of ukelele music and seasonal refreshments. The fun starts at 7.30pm. WED 13TH - Nailsworth & District Flower Arrangment Society will hold ther Open Evening tonight at the Sibly Hall, Wycliffe College with National Demonstrator Lucy Ellis and tickets at £10 each to include a glass of wine/ mince pie. This is always a lovely evening and tickets can be obtained by calling 01453 758496. THURS 14TH - Double Life Drawing with Paul Fowler runs today from 9.30am -4.30pm at Pegasus Art, Thrupp at a cost of £55 and all abilities welcome. Book direct on 07910 332245. THURS 14TH - Vienna Festival Ballet will perform Sleeping Beauty tonight at 7pm in Stroud Subscription Rooms. Ticket prices are £19/£17 concessions, £13 (U16s) and special offer: £25 grandparent and grandchild. Booking 01453 760900. SAT 16TH - Storytelling takes place again at Ruskin Mill at 10.30am.
DC & U COMMUNITY NEWS SAT 16TH - Johnny Coppin will perform again tonight at Stroud Subscription Rooms from 7.30pm. He is joined by Paul Burgess and Dik Cadbury and tickets are £17.50/£16.50C. 01453 760900. SUN 17TH - Christmas Music & Singing will start 7.30pm tonight at Ruskin Mill, Nailsworth. A candlelit evening for sharing seasonal songs, stories and music by the fire with free entry. More details of this, and all events at the Mill from 01453 837537 or visit rmt.org/ruskinmillcollege/ events Fri 22nd -SUN 24TH - There will be an Exciting New Pantomine taking place in Stroud with ‘Robin Hood’ at Stroud’s Subscription Rooms. Evening and matinee performances. 01453 760900. SUN 24TH - Christmas Eve with Services across the parish. I should like to wish all readers a Very Happy Christmas and Healthy New Year 2018. SAT 30TH - East 117 and NOASIS Xmas Party takes place this evening at Stroud Subscription Rooms starting at 8pm. Tickets are £25 each. www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk or 01453 760900. MON 1ST JAN 2018 - Happy New Year to you all. TUES 2ND - Cainscross WI will meet as usual at 7.15pm at St. Matthew’s Church Hall, Cainscross for a Social Evening. This is a chance to catch up with friends for a chat, or to finish any ongoing craft projects you have underway. There is always refreshments, a raffle and sales table on offer and new members/visitors would be made very welcome. Contact 01453 762812 for more details. WED 3RD -SAT 6TH - Baroque Theatre Co. present ‘The Three Musketeers’ at Cotswold Playhouse, Parliament Street, Stroud with performances at 7.30pm. Also performances at 2.30pm on the 6th and 7th January. Contact 0333 666 3366 or visit www.cotswoldplayhouse. co.uk/tickets for booking/more details. SAT 6TH - The Gigg Mill, Nailsworth GL6 OJF opens again from 10am -12 noon for a chance to visit the Weaving Shed at this historic mill. Please be aware there is a small charge payable and more details from www.stroud-textile. org.uk or call 01453 766273. TUES 23RD - Cheltenham & District Orchid Society will meet again tonight at 7.30pm at St. John’s Church Hall, Churchdown. There is always refreshments and a raffle with new members welcome. SUN 28TH - The Revd. Kate Stacey, the new Team Rector, will be Licensed today at 3pm at St. Matthew’s Church, Cainscross with everyone welcome to attend. TUES 6TH - Cainscross WI will meet again at 7.15pm at St. Matthew’s Church Hall with visitors/new members welcome. WED 7TH - Nailsworth & District Flower Arrangement Society meet again tonight at 7.30pm at Town Hall, Nailsworth for a demonstration entitled ‘Shades of the Season’ by David Martin. Details may change, so please check before setting out. To list your events/activities for February/March 2018 please call Mary on 01453 762812 as soon as possible thanks.
Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk
EVERYBODY’S GOT A BOOK IN THEM We all have stories to tell, the pity is that so many go unheard. We’ve printed books on local history, novels, illustrated children’s books, guides, and even personal books perfect for recording family stories for future generations. With modern printing methods we can print and produce as few or as many as you would like. We offer advice on how to prepare your book for print or we can design your book for you. We also offer advice on paper, the best binding technique and even marketing your book. But before we print anything we talk, so if you have a story to tell call David Pealing on 01452 416391 or email davidp@severnprint.co.uk and let’s make your book a reality. www.severnprint.co.uk
01452 416391
@severnprint
Please mention The Five Valleys Directory when responding to adverts
2
TPC17/11_100 TPC17/11_100 TPC17/11_100 TPC17/11_100
Email: catherine@fivevalleysdirectory.co.uk