Five Valleys Directory September 2015 by Five Valleys Directory

The Five Valleys Directory incorporating Stroud community PEOPLE PROFILE

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Why am I depressed?

Help at hand from Changes Welcome

Improving your digestion naturally by Vanilla Moon

Adapting your bathroom with ease Practical ideas fromLifestyle Bathrooms

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September 2015

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Lifestyle Bathrooms Lifestyle Bathrooms is a new venture for Rex Cart, who has over 30 years of experience in the bathroom industry. His business is based in Chalford, where he has lived for the past 8 years. Rex has strong links with Bath, where he has a warehouse, and supplies customers throughout the city. He is expanding his service to the Five Valleys area, as he has found there is a demand for his services here too. Over the years Rex noticed a huge increase in demand for people who were looking for solutions to mobility issues. The population now has a larger proportion of older people, and there is frequently a need to adapt the bathroom to suit changing circumstances. Rex at Lifestyle Bathrooms offers a personalised service, and will visit your home to advise you on the options you have. He will look at your existing bathroom, and work out a plan with you using suitable products for your needs. There are numerous products available on the market, but Rex has the skill to select quality sanitary ware and furniture that will make the best use of your available space. Changing your bath to a shower is the simplest and most common solution to mobility problems when bathing. It is possible to replace the bath with the same size shower, or you may want to take the opportunity of changing the whole layout of your bathroom. Anything is possible, and to suit all budgets. If you are keen to retain a bath in your house, there is always the option of a walk in bath. There are simple to operate taps, shower controls and wc flushing systems, all of which help to make life easier. Along with grab rails, non-slip surfaces and good lighting, these adaptations could revolutionise your lifestyle. Lifestyle Bathrooms will supply your goods without VAT if you are disabled or have a chronic condition that would benefit from bathroom adaptation. They will advise on a case by case basis, but many people will find they do qualify for this substantial cost saving (HMRC rules apply). Rex will be delighted to pay you a visit without obligation, so please give him a call on 07496 057281 or email on rex@lifestylebathrooms.net

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case of pebble-dash. Fibrous plastering involves making ornamental plasterwork such as ceiling roses, cornices, ornamental columns and architraves using moulds and a plaster and short fibre mix. Dry lining is the construction of internal partitions using plasterboard or wallboards fixed to a timber or metal frame. It really is best to use someone who has been recommended to you and whose work you’ve seen. Failing that, contact one of the trade associations below. They will be able to put you in touch with someone local. All the organisations promote best practice and all will mediate in the event that you are dissatisfied with the services of any of their members. Plastering is one of those jobs which looks blissfully easy but which, if done incorrectly, can cause endless heartache. You really are best to call in a professional. Useful Contacts Federation of Plastering and Dry Wall Contractors (FPDC) www.fpdc.org Federation of Master Builders (FMB) www.fmb.org.uk 0207 242 7583 Guild of Master Craftsmen (GMC) www.thegmcgroup.com/theguild 01273 478449

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I am very much a local girl. I was born and brought up in Nailsworth on my parents farm together with my brother and 3 sisters. My dad still runs the farm today. I live next door to my brother and opposite my mum and dad, right on the doorstep of my riding school. I live and work horses 24/7. What did you do when you left school?

I am and always have been pony made despite the fact that there was no interest from the rest of my family. I started off with a donkey called Lucy when I was 8 years old then graduated to my first pony called Lundi at the age of 10. Lundi was a rare breed pony from Lundi Island. I started having lessons at the Camp Riding School in Bisley where I joined the Stroud Pony Club. I competed in local shows and my biggest rival was Sam Tucker, we always vied for 1st and 2nd place with each other. Sam is now one of my Instructors at Barton End. At the age of 14 I got a part time job at the pet shop in Nailsworth where I developed an interest for small furry animals. I then decided to breed rabbits and guinea pigs to sell to the pet shop, so that was my first business venture. At the age of 16 I went to Hartpury College to do a National Diploma in Equine Business management. Living away from home for 2 years. I met my current husband whilst at Hartpury but we didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get together until 8 years ago. At 18 I went to work as a trainee groom at Hyde Riding Centre whilst working towards my teaching qualifications. I also went to work for Princess Anne whilst training at Talland and Huntley Equestrian Centres.

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Whilst at Hyde I looked after a few horses on Livery at home and started teaching my friends to ride. I really enjoyed teaching so once I got my qualifications I decided to expand on my livery business and set up a riding school in 2000. I now have 3 donkeys, 50 horses and 20 liveries. Any interests or hobbies Horses, horses, ponies oh and donkeys. My leisure time, what little there is of it, is taken up with looking after the family and enjoying quality time with them where I can. What of your home life?

As you can guess I am a workaholic, I am married to Nigel with two young children who attend Leigherton School. My daughter Jess is definitely following in her motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s footsteps where her love of riding shines through and she can be found more often than not on the yard wanting to help out. Plans for the future?

I would like to see myself continuing teaching and running Barton End but on a smaller scale, retiring some of our older horses that have been faithful friends over the years. I honestly canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see myself doing anything else. I am surrounded by a great team of hardworking people who also share my passions. We are known for being a friendly, family run riding centre for all ages our oldest rider being 76! So whether you are a beginner, an occasional or a regular rider come and see what we have to offer.

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42 SEPTEMBER 2015 FRI 4TH - Vintage & Collectors’ Fayre runs from 10am -3pm at the Town Hall, Nailsworth with free entry. Details Larry 07800951964. FRI 4TH - A Comic Opera Double at Cotswold Playhouse, Parliament Street of ‘The Bear’ by Walton and ‘The Old Maid & The Thief’ by Menotti, performed by Opera Anywhere. Call 0333 666 3366. FRI 4TH - SUN 6TH - A Flower Festival at St. Laurence Church, Stroud with the theme ‘Music through the ages’. Opening times are 10am -4pm. More details 01453 731923/ suegreen@waitrose.com SAT 5TH - Coffee Morning runs 10.30am -12noon in the John Wesley Room, Randwick. SAT 5TH - Stonehouse Celebration Day is today and takes place in the High Street. This is a great opportunity to dress up as this year’s theme is the Circus. Details 01452 740859/741380. SAT 5TH - 5 Valley Cat Rescue will hold a Book Sale on the forecourt of Stroud’s Subscription Rooms from 10am. Details 01453 886354. SAT 5TH - Gigg Mill, Nailsworth opens from 10am -12noon, followed at 2-4pm by another opening of Dunkirk Mill Centre. Small charges. SUN 6TH - Stroud Sunday Market runs 10am -2pm on the forecourt of Stroud’s Subscription Rooms. This is an arts and crafts focused market and promises free family entertainment and many stalls. SUN 6TH - Churchdown Book Fair runs from 10am -3.30pm at Churchdown Community Centre, Parton Road, GL3 2JH with admission for 50p and refreshments available. SUN 6TH - There will be Village Produce Show taking place at the Village Hall, Box with all welcome. SUN 6TH - 10.30am Family Worship with Holy Communion at Christ Church, Nailsworth with all welcome. SUN 6TH - Dunkirk Mill, GL5 5HH opens again from 2-4pm. MON 7TH - An Antique & Collectables Fair runs again at St. Laurence Church Hall, Stroud from 8am -4pm with free admission. TUES 8TH - There will be a Mother’s Union Meeting starting 2.30pm in the Wesley Room, Randwick. WED 9TH - Brockworth Court, Court Road, Brockworth GL3 4QU will have an opening under the NGS Gardening Scheme from 2-5.30pm with an admission charge of £6/ children entry free. Refreshments. THURS 10TH - ‘Your Musical Memories’ Club returns to the Subscription Rooms, Stroud at 2.30pm. Admission £6 and more details available from Tourist Information on 01453 760900. THURS 10TH - SAT 12TH - ‘Hands Up For Jonny Wilkinson’s Right Boot’ will be performed by the Live Wire Theatre at Cotswold Playhouse, Parliament Street with performances at 7.30pm. Ticket prices are £12 each from the Box Office 0333 6663366. SAT 12TH - Newent Onion Fayre takes place and is a free event. It is held through the streets of Newent from 10am and boasts over 100 stalls, music, cookery demonstrations and Dog Show, etc.

COMMUNITY NEWS SUN 13TH - There will be 8.45am Breakfast Praise, followed at 10.30am by a Joint Service with St. George’s at Christ Church, Nailsworth followed by a Bring & Share Lunch. SUN 13TH - A Musical Recital by Benjamin Dry (Cello) and Geoffrey Poole (Piano) takes place at 3.30pm at St. Paul’s Church, Whiteshill and is followed by afternoon tea and cakes. TUES 15TH - Box Gardening Club will meet again in the Village Hall at about 7.15pm for Bill Howe and ‘Growing Flowers For Cutting’. WED 16TH - 11am Holy Communion will take place at More Hall Convent with all welcome. WED 16TH - Stonehouse WI will hold a joint arrangement with Hardwicke WI, meeting at Hardwicke Village Hall for this evening, for a talk about ‘Pearls’. More details from Jai Carr 01453 765656. THURS 17TH - SUN 20TH - Giffords Circus will have more performances of their ’Moon Songs’ Tour. Call 0845 459 7469. SAT 19TH - The Gigg Mill, Nailsworth GL6 OJF opens again from 10am -12noon, followed from 2-4pm by an opening of Dunkirk Mill SUN 20TH - Another opening of Dunkirk Mill, GL5 5HH FROM 2-4pm. TUES 22ND - Cheltenham & District Orchid Society will meet again at 7.30pm at St. John’s Church Hall, Churchdown for Eric Jarrett and his talk on ’Alpines’.Visitors/new members are welcome to attend and there are always refreshments, a raffle and sales table on offer. More details available from 01684 772082 or secretary@cheltenhamorchids.org. SAT 26TH - There will be a Pastel Portrait Workshop at Stroud Subscription Rooms running from 10am -4pm with tutor Katherine Bryan-Merrett. Booking is essential 01453 760900. Price £35. SAT 26TH - Harvest Supper will take place at 7pm in the Maypole Hall, Paganhill. SUN 27TH - There will be a Harvest Festival at the Church of Holy Spirit, Paganhill. SUN 27TH - Vintage Antique & Collectors’ Fair runs again at Churchdown Community Centre, Parton Road, GL3 2JH with admission for £1, free parking and refreshments available. WED 30TH - Another opening for Dunkirk Mill from 2-4pm. OCT -FRI 2ND - Vintage & Collectors’ Fayre runs again in the Town Hall, Nailsworth from 10am-3pm with free entry/ charity donation. TUES 6TH - Cainscross WI meet again at 7.15pm at St. Matthew’s Church Hall for Ian Thomas and ‘The Branch Line to Dursley’.Visitors/new members welcome. Raffle, Sales Table & Refreshment WED 7TH - Nailsworth & District Flower Arrangement Society will meet again at 7.30pm in the Town Hall, Nailsworth for National Demonstrator Michael Bowyer and his demonstration ‘This Changing Season’.Visitors/new members welcome. Raffle. Details may change, so please check before setting out! To list your events/activities for October, please call Mary on 01453 762812 as soon as possible thanks.

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