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Hello Readers... Welcome to the August edition of the Ledbury Focus. I hope you are enjoying the wonderful weather we are having, even though we could soon be facing hose-pipe bans! I know I’m probably tempting fate, but it would be nice to have a little bit of rain now and then, just so our poor gardens don’t die of heat.
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Well, school holidays are with us again, and for some of you this means a welcome respite from rounding up your reluctant school kids and the early morning school run, and for them it means lazy days and a morning lie-in. Sounds so good it almost makes me wish I was still that age … note, I did say almost! If you are taking your family away on holiday, I hope you have brilliant weather and a great time.
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If you are a keen gardener, you might recognise the front cover flower as a double poppy – which is what I’m told it is. I’m afraid I am the world’s worst gardener – I can’t tell a weed from a prize petunia, but fortunately my husband is an excellent gardener, so he is my go-to source for information on flowers and plants. This particularly pretty flower was photographed in our garden a few days ago and hasn’t yet succumbed to the excessive heat. Luckily we have a couple of large water barrels for collecting rain water, and although the water in them smells appalling, it’s keeping the garden alive for the time being.
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STARS GYMNASTICS
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OH, WHAT A SUMMER!
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AGE UK
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QUEEN OF THE DESERT
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WINE: CHOICE DESSERTS
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WHAT'S ON IN AUGUST
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SMITHS OF NEWENT
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THE MARKET THEATRE
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EASTNOR CRICKET CLUB
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THE CINNAMON TRUST
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COUNTRY CERAMICS
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LEDBURY COMMUNITY CHOIR
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DEBS & BETH RIDING LONDON TO PARIS
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WHAT TURNS AROMA INTO THERAPY?
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Shaw healthcare in Ledbury Ledbury Nursing Home
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A warm welcome awaits Leadon all new residents Ledbury Health & Care Centre, Bank, Orchard Lane, Market Street, Ledbury Ledbury who choose to live in our home.
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Stars Gymnastics are launching their
gymnastics club in Ledbury this September 2018
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he club director, Helen Dubovie has bèen searching for suitable premises in Ledbury for some time now and is thrilled to have secured sessions in the super sports hall at Ledbury Leisure Centre. Stars Gymnastics will offer sessions initially for boys and girls aged from 4 years. There will also be Performance Squads for 7 to 10 years and 11 years plus. In addition there will be opportunities for particularly committed boys and girls to enter our Elite Competitive Squads. Beginners to more advanced gymnasts will be offered additional developmental training in order to reach and enter competitions. Watch this space for our Preschool program coming soon! Speaking about Stars Gymnastics, Helen said, " We are a happy and inclusive club, we develop confidence and self esteem and have fun , whilst all the time we are training youngsters with the utmost care and attention to ensure they learn the correct techniques and reach a high standard. Our motto is Enjoy and Excel. The coaches at Stars Gymnastics, all of whom are DBS screened and qualified, love gymnastics and are passionate about sharing their expertise in order to enhance each child's joy and attainment in gymnastics which they carry into their daily lives. Helen Dubovie is also Principal of Hereford Ballet School. The School branched out in Ledbury last September and classes have taken off brilliantly since then. These include Ballet, Tap and Gymnastic Dance. The students aged from 2 to 8 years, have made such swift progress that they were all invited to dance in The Greatest Showcase in Hereford alongside students from the main school based in Hereford. Speaking about the Showcase, Helen said " It was a wonderful occasion in which 100 children danced in class dances, solos, duets and small groups. We were extremely proud of our children who all danced brilliantly and it was such a happy occasion. We are family orientated , holding displays and gatherings for family and friends throughout the year."
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For further information get in touch with Stars Gymnastics through email, Facebook or phone. The website is currently being restructured to include all the exciting upcoming developments. CONTACT DETAILS E: starsgymnasts@gmail.com F: Stars Gymnastics T: 07791 732044 CLASS DETAILS Gymnastics aged 4 years plus Performance Squads aged 7 years plus Developmental & Competition Squad
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Oh, What a Summer! A
cluster of fledgling blue tits hang from a suet feeder like bees clinging round their queen in a swarm. It has been like this since June, peak fledging time. In early summer every tree, bush and feeder was alive with fledglings fluttering their wings and twittering ‘feed me, feed me.’ Their parents dashed back and forth with beaks filled with food to stuff into their offsprings’ gapes. This is where feeders come in handy if you’re a harassed avian parent, so much easier to get the youngsters gathered near or on the feeding stations than to spend time and energy hunting for grubs. The goldfinches soon caught on to the idea, and were soon doing the same thing. Those young birds are still here tucking in with gusto, keeping me busy cleaning feeders on a weekly basis and filling nine daily. Wash day has taken on a whole new meaning. But it is important to keep the feeders clean for the health of the birds. Letting nature do its own thing and minimal management can have surprising and often delightful rewards. I left areas of long grass this year with only mown paths cut through them. A walk along these paths was to be delighted by clouds
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of butterflies: ringlets, skippers, meadow browns, speckled wood and marble whites. Flashes of red revealed a cinnabar moth and further on a scarlet tiger moth. The southern marsh orchid grew for the first time in the paddocks and the common spotted orchid popped up in areas it hasn’t been before. The removal of the ‘wild wood’, a tangle of hybrid willows planted some twenty years go, rewarded me with a fabulous display of foxgloves which the bees loved. And a statuesque forest of welt thistle will keep the goldfinches happy on the seed heads in the autumn.
botanists and two conservation officers and several plantsmen, have revealed no identification of ‘pinky.’ All that anyone could be certain of was it was parasitic because it had no chlorophyll. Sadly pinky was badly scorched by the northerly winds we had in June and died before flowering, so what it was or where it came from remains a mystery. There might be a remote chance that pinky will return in the future, I hope so. I will certainly be looking out for another pinky. article and photograph by Geraldine Holbourn
Then a mystery appeared. Growing amongst a group of hellebores, incidentally another first for me, was a pink, orchid-like plant. And I don’t just mean the flower, the stem was pink, the leaves were pink. It was like nothing I’d seen before and was nicknamed ‘pinky’, the plant from mars.’ Hours of research, consultations with
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Albert’s Lot, bought for 2s.6d. (two romsberrow Heath historian, help to give Gertrude Bell the shillings and six pence), also prominence in History she deserves". Jan Long co-hosted and contained a walking stick – still being organised an event to celebrate 150 For further information contact used – inscribed with the initials years since the birth of Iraq Jan Long on 01531 650036 ‘M.L.B.’ heroine, Gertrude Bell. The event or 07969 836341, email: was held in East Rounton where j.long782@btinternet.com or David and Valerie, who inherited the Gertrude spent her childhood in Dr Graham Best on 01759 304543 album were unaware of its the North East of England. or 07805 581213, email: significance until now, ensuring that grahambest1@mac.com the Gertrude Bell weekend reached a In a chance meeting worthy of the very thrilling conclusion. best moments of the BBC’s Antiques photograph shows: (l to r) Roadshow, a highly important, missing The album is a photographic record Dr Graham Best, local historian (thought to be destroyed) photograph of a 1902 world tour undertaken by Martin Brown, Jan Long, album turned up during the last hour Gertrude, her father Sir Hugh Bell, David and Valerie Wright. of the Gertrude Bell celebratory and her half brother Hugo, when they 1902 photographs with permission weekend. travelled to Algeria, taking in Italy and from David and Valerie Wright Sicily. Over the weekend, hundreds of Article and photographs by Jan Long people had passed through the Gertrude also joined an exhibition, heard talks and been archaeological dig in Malta. The *Bezique: the Private Life of present at the new biography book black and white photograph shows Gertrude Lowthian Bell by launch*, an event designed to Hugh and Hugo at Hagar Qim in Graham Best coincide exactly with the 150th Malta. Gertrude herself does not anniversary of Gertrude Bell’s birth appear in any of the photos strongly on 14th July 1868. suggesting that she was behind the camera lens, reminding us of her Two of the country’s leading experts passion for photography. An analysis on the life of Gertrude Bell, Graham of the handwritten captions also Best and Jan Long, gathered excitedly suggests that the annotations are in around the table as local couple her handwriting. Valerie and David Wright took out an old photograph album purchased The album is currently in the care of over 60 years ago by David’s father, local historian Martin Brown, pending Albert. The album was bought at the its return to David and Valerie Wright. Arncliffe Hall auction of the contents Jan Long who has been promoting of Rounton Grange, the fabulous Bell Gertrude Bell for almost three family home, which was demolished decades, said she was "thrilled and in 1953. excited by this new find which will To advertise call 01684 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk 18
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Wine:
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essert wines have been very popular through the ages and are generally a sweet wine that is enjoyed with, or after a meal. Sometimes served with the dessert of a meal, and afterwards, also, these productions continue to be chosen regularly and form part of the highlight of a dining occasion. Various well-known dessert wines, that are 'late harvested', incorporate 'noble rot' (Botrytis cinerea). Differing variations of dessert wines can be light in texture and others more powerful. The dessert wines can also be sparkling and fortified. Castelnau de Suduiraut (France) is a serious production. Fresh and with good balance, this is a very popular dessert wine. Intense fruits, for the mouthfeel, make this exceptional production very popular for many dining occasions.
Late Harvest Vistamar Moscatel (Chile) is a splendid wine from the LimarĂ Valley, which has perfect conditions for Moscatel grapes. This straw-yellow production has an excellent bouquet, plus a wonderful mouthfeel and palate of juicy fruits. A long finish adds to the pleasures of this very balanced wine.
Torres Floralis (Spain) is another popular dessert wine. The Torres family has, since 1946, been making Floralis-Moscatel Oro. This is reputedly one of the most charismatic dessert wines of the Mediterranean. The floral bouquet leads perfectly to the mouthfeel and sensual palate sensations.
Royal Tokaji (Hungary) is also extremely popular. Tokaji dessert wines have been a favourite since the 17th century; the indigenous grape varieties, combined with the hot summers and volcanic soils, plus expertise, come together to produce exceptional wines.
I located these productions and many more, at the award-winning Majestic Wine Company, which is dedicated and committed to customer satisfaction. Great advice, if required, from the very knowledgeable staff, about their wines, spirits, beers, ciders and non-alcoholic beverages, etc., is always available, plus free glass hire and delivery, with free tastings and discounts. There are opportunities to meet wine producers at the free tasting events. Online ordering is available, too. www.majestic.co.uk As always, Enjoy! Trevor Langley
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What's on ... in August Sunday 5th August Brockhampton Estate - HWAR Dog show Join us for the annual charity dog show. Lots of fun categories for all types of dog. In support of Herefordshire and Worcestershire Animal Rescue. Family friendly dog show with entry categories for all breeds and a dog agility course. Make the most of it and sniff out some interesting smells in the wild woods of Brockhampton. A great day. Booking Not Needed. children welcome. Dogs on leads welcome. 10am to 5pm. Tel: 01568 612609. Brockhampton Estate, Estate Office, Greenfields, Bringsty, WR6 5TB. Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th August Pudleston Flower Festival Is your weekend going to be MURDER! Journey to the realm of Agatha Christie ‘Queen of crime’ aboard the Orient Express to a world of intrugie where Miss Marple unravels a mystery as easily as a ball of wool and Hercule Poirot’s little grey cells are put to the test, along with other well-known characters from Dame Agatha’s works - over 23 of her titles will be depicted in floral display. Refreshment tent and stalls, something for every one. The event will be officially opened at 12 noon Saturday 11th by Agatha Christie’s grandson, Mr. Mathew Prichard. 10am to 5pm both days. For further information please contact stpeterschurch warden@gmail.com. Free. Tel: 01568 750120. St Peter’s Church, Pudleston, HR6 0QY. Tuesday 14th to Sunday 26th August Out of the Box - an Exhibition by Malvern Makers An exhibition of original designs by Malvern Makers, a group of mixed media textile artists who use both contemporary and traditional techniques in their work. Their skills include hand and machine embroidery, fabric dyeing, printing and embellishing, applique, patchwork, hand and machine quilting, felt work, stumpwork and, new this year, exquisite miniature jointed teddy bears. There will also be bags, cushions, covered books and handmade cards, in fact something for everyone. For further details please telephone: 01905 427494 or 01684 562551. Please note: visitors with limited mobility may have difficulty with access due to stairs. Open daily 10am - 4pm.
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Admission free. Weavers Gallery, Church Lane, Ledbury, HR8 1DW. Saturday 18th August Charity Fun Dog Show Fun Dog Show in aid of Community Action Ledbury at The Nest, Hereford Road. Prizes for all shapes and sizes. Registration from 10.00am, judging from 11.00. Entries: £2 per class. Enjoy a great morning out and visit NestFest. Monday 20th August Croft Castle and Parkland - Immersion Theatre present ’Peter Pan’ Join us for a lovely outdoor theatre adaptation of the classic tale written by J. M. Barrie, 'Peter Pan'. Pack your picnics and join Peter, Wendy and the lost boys as they embark on the adventure of a lifetime. You could even delve a little deeper into the story by trying your hand at our 'Peter Pan' trail around the gardens. Booking Not Needed. Children welcome. 10am to 4pm. Normal Admission Charges Apply. Tel: 01568 780246. Croft Castle and Parkland, Yarpole, near Leominster, HR6 9PW Monday 27th August Malvern Flea & Collectors Fair Visit the UK's largest flea fair. Discover all manner of items - from clothing, ceramics and toys, to gardenalia, house clearance goods and everything in between! This fair is paradise for vintage lovers, thrift seekers and up-cyclers. Catering facilities, ATM machine and free parking. 7.30 am to 3.30pm. £5.00. Tel: 01636 676531. Three Counties Showground, Malvern, WR13 6NW. Sunday 9th September Crohn’s & Colitis UK “Funday Sunday” Fete Everyone is welcome and Free entry – bring friends and family - particularly anyone affected by IBD in any way. Lots of fun activities for all ages: live music & storytelling, hot food/ teas and cake, games and activities, information and support networks. Come and meet the Herefordshire team and find out more about living with these “invisible” diseases. For more information: www.crohnsandcolitis.org.uk/ get-involved/events/funday-sunday-hereford. Free entry - parking available. 11am to 4pm. Bartestree Village Hall, Ledbury to Hereford road, HR1 4BY.
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Monthly Sales of Antiques & Collectables
Regulator Wall Clock 2nd March at 10am
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However readers may well be very surprised to learn that out of a range of attractive antique longcase and mantel clocks it was actually a Two WWI Medals Glos. Yeomanry rather ugly modern clock which reached the top price of the entire event. Antique longcase clocks are very unpopular at present and
1st, 6th, 8th & 13th February 10am-3pm by appointment Regulator or clocks can often be quite unusual Home visits larger consignments looking as all for attention is given by the maker to
the complex system of weights and gears which Live online bidding available www.smithsnewentauctions.co.uk ensure the clock will have the highest level of accuracy. The example in Smiths sale was no exception and it was housed in a very functional rather than decorative case. It had been made by a retired Admiralty scientist who had been involved in developing the first underwater television to help search for the lost submarine HMS Affray which sank in rather mysterious circumstances with all hands in 1951. He was obviously a bit of a ‘boffin’ and in his later years had taken up the challenge of designing and making his own regulator wall clock. From previous experience I knew that these strange clocks can be very popular and so was not at all surprised that once the catalogue went on-line we had plenty of interest with email requests for further information and images. One buyer was very keen and sent several emails expressing his excitement and arranging to do a telephone bid. By auction day we had three telephone lines booked and the clock eventually sold for £4,200 to the delighted conversational collector. I have also had a further email telling me how pleased he is with his purchase –which is rather nice.
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MonthlySales SalesofofAntiques Antiques&&Collectables Collectables Monthly 2nd March at 10am
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With Medals & Militaria Section also includes Silver, Jewellery, Ceramics, Glass, With Oriental Section Furniture, Pictures & Collectables
also includes Silver, Jewellery, Ceramics, Glass, Furniture, Viewing DayPictures Prior 10am-7pm and morning of sale & Collectables A selection of Moorcroft Chinese 17th Century pair of vases Sold ÂŁ1,900
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With Postcard & Stamp Section also includes a fullEntries range of antiques and collectables Invited For Both Sales Invited 7th, Entries 9th & 14th August 10am-3pm 1st, 6th, 8th & 13th February 10am-3pm or by appointment by larger appointment Home visitsorfor consignments Home visits for larger consignments
WWI Medals Glos. Yeomanry ChineseTwo Famille Rose Dessert Service Sold ÂŁ2,900
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AUGUST 2018 at the Theatre
SHOWS The Wind in The Willows
(presented by The Big Sing UK Summer Youth Project)
Thursday 9th – Sunday 12th August 7pm also Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th August matinees at 2pm Tickets £13 / students £9 / Family £40 (2 adults 2 children)
COMING SOON The Ladykillers (presented by LADS)
Thursday 13th to Saturday 15th September 7.30pm Tickets £10/students £6
FILMS
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Paddington 2
Wednesday 22nd August 10.30am 2018/PG/103mins
I, Tonya
Wednesday 19th September 10.30am 2018/15/120mins
The Big Sing UK Summer Youth Project returns this year with the Smash Hit Musical ‘The Wind in the Willows’ Kenneth Grahame’s wild tale about the impulsive Mr Toad whose insatiable need for speed lands him in serious trouble. This brand new West End Musical combines the talents of scriptwriter Julian Fellows and composers and lyricists George Stiles and Anthony Drewe LADS late summer production ‘The LadyKillers’ by Graham Lineham is a classic black comedy. A sweet old lady, alone in her house, is pitted against a gang of criminal misfits! FILMS: ‘Paddington 2’ Paddington is now happily settled with the Brown family in Windsor Gardens, where he is a popular member of the community. He spots a unique pop up book in an Antique Shop while searching for a birthday present but when the book is stolen its up to him and the Browns to unmask the thief. ‘I Tonya’ is based on the unbelievable but true events of one of the most sensational scandals in sporting history. Tonya Harding will for ever be remembered for her association with an infamous ill- conceived attack on fellow Olympic Competitor Nancy Kerrigan
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Eastnor Cricket Club News August 2018 A
ugust at Eastnor will be another busy month, particularly on the pitch, with the clubs Annual Fun 6-a-side tournament tacking place on Sunday 12th August. It is still possible to enter subject to availability by contacting the club. All spectators also welcome on the day.
Meanwhile don’t forget we have senior cricket every Saturday at Eastnor with Worcester league fixtures to enjoy, with the members bar and refreshments always available. So if you would like to spend a relaxing hour or two in the sunshine please come along.
We then have the Youth County Cricket Festival matches at the ground from Monday 6th to Thursday 10th August. During the first and third weeks of August the Colts section will be holding junior summer cricket camps at Eastnor on Monday 30th July to Friday 3rd August, and Monday 13th to Friday 17th Augusut for boys and girls from aged 6 to 15 years. For Further details contact Lisa Smith on 07496 015489 or email eastnorjuniorcricket@ gmail.com
For any further details on any of the above or on any aspect of the club where new members are always welcome please contact:
Don't forget we also have the Summer Grand Draw running with a first prize of £500 up for grabs at the end of the season. Tickets priced at £1 available from any club member, and of course at the club, so make sure you get yours.
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THE CINNAMON TRUST WILL BE REPRESENTED AT THE FOLLOWING EVENTS DURING 2018 The National Charity for elderly and terminally ill people and their pets HANBURY COUNTRYSIDE SHOW Saturday 7th July – 9.00am – 6.00pm Park Hall Farm, Hanbury B96 6RD For details of event go to: http://www.hanburyshow.co.uk
CRAMAR CAT RESCUE & SANCTUARY OPEN DAY Sunday 19th August 12.00pm – 4.00pm Redditch Road, Hopwood B48 7TW For details of event contact: Tel: 0121 445 1840
`ANIMALS R MAGIC` Sunday 22nd July 11.00am – 5.00pm Jinney Ring Craft Centre Hanbury B60 4BT The profits from this year’s event are going to Birmingham Dogs Home & Warwickshire & West Mercia Retired Police Dogs Welfare Fund For details go to: http://www.jinneyring.co.uk Email c.everall@integraprojects.com
CHARITY WEEKEND Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th October 10.00am – 4.00pm Webbs Garden Centre Wychbold, Droitwich Spa WR9 0DG For details of event contact: Customer Services: Tel: 01527 860000
To speak to a local Cinnamon Trust Volunteer: Call Janet on Tel: 01527 835268 Email: janet@janetgsd.co.uk Please be advised that she will be happy to talk to you about The Trust and volunteering but it is not in her remit to task volunteers. To request help with your pet please contact CT HQ direct.
The Cinnamon Trust 10 Market Square, Hayle, Cornwall TR27 4HE Tel: 01736 757900 Email: admin@cinnamon.org.uk www.cinnamon.org.uk Charity Number: 1134680
Peace of Mind and Practical Help for People – love, care and safety for pets.
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arah Monk’s unique studio ceramics are currently on show at the Contemporary Ceramics Centre, a retail gallery, showcasing the best of British studio ceramics in the heart of London. Sarah explains: For the last 6 months I have been developing a new collection. My small batch studio ceramics feature new colours, new techniques, and new glazes. Creating the collection has been a winter-evening pursuit, when our busy Herefordshire Studio is closed to customers. By day we offer Pottery Experiences and have been doing so for the last 24 years. Having just a few hours at the end of a busy day really focuses the creative process for me! I am a designer-maker specializing in functional ceramics to fit comfortably in the home, particularly the kitchen (my favourite room in our house). Breakfast has been my starting point; berry bowls and spoons, toast racks and knife rests, egg cups with decorative storage boxes and bowls of all shapes and sizes. The whole range is mix and match. When making my own work, my approach is relaxed and playful, and I hope this translates through to the finished pieces. I love our studio space and make full-use of our facilities; from the electric potter’s wheels to the table spaces for hand-building and modelling - whatever takes my fancy! colour is brushed on, designs drawn into the surface and motifs applied, making the pieces tactile, a deliberate consideration. I restrict my pallet to blue and white slip on terracotta clay; it links everything together and has a country cottage appeal. All my making happens at the wet clay stage. After a biscuit firing I don’t add anything else to the surface except for a simple lead-free glaze Growing up, my Mum collected Watcombe Pottery. Over the years she managed to collect more than 400 pieces and they over-flowed from two dining-room dressers in our kitchen. I remember showing it to my school friends and enjoyed reading all the sgraffito sayings and looking at the vibrant slip-trailed patterns. My plan this year has been to fill a dresser at Eastnor Pottery with my own slipware designs, revelling in the easy-going feel of a country potter. In fact, I have already filled this dresser…..maybe I need to get a second one too! www.instagram.com/sarah_monk_ceramics/
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charities we were fundraising for by getting people around us talking and more aware of breast cancer, ovarian cancer and cervical cancer, and sharing information and the work of the charities where we can. Naturally we want to raise as much money as we can to try and support any person or family who may be going through such a tough and often lonely time, which we remember all too well - it never leaves you –and anything we can do to help has to be positive. Another reason was to emphasise to those who read our story, that with great support and determination, despite having significant health issues, you can still face new challenges in life. Illness changes you and affects you so much, but you can still make a difference and not let it define you, and even take positives from these tough experiences.
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Finally this massive bike ride has been a great way to share a challenge with someone who cares and understands so much about all this. It has also been a positive challenge to get so fit and see great places on a bike. Sharing it all and supporting one another has been very special for Beth and I, as a mum and daughter who have faced so much together, along with my lovely husband Chris and son, Jamie. We have been totally and utterly overwhelmed by the support we have received for our venture. Patients, family and friends have all been incredibly generous in so
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I feel lucky and privileged to be here to do all this, especially for such good reasons and with my lovely girl, Beth, and supported always by the boys at home! We have now raised nearly ÂŁ8000. Any further donations would be greatly appreciated, and can be made at Market Street surgery where I work , or via our Just Giving page www.justgiving.com/fundraising /debra-hiley. Thank you for reading and for your support.
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What to see this month Though the countryside may seem sleepy this month, an early start will reward you with sight and sound of lots of young birds in gardens and hedgerows which have successfully fledged this year. Other birds may have begun their autumn migration so you may spot these visitors as they pass through. Sandpipers are one example of this and you may catch sight of them in wetland areas such as the Lugg Valley.
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Butterfly numbers should also remain high (if the good weather we are experiencing at the time of writing continues!) with meadow brown, common blue and brown argus, on the wing. Down on the river bank – or maybe around your garden pond – dragonflies and damselflies are buzzing. Check out the Dragon and damselflies spotter sheets downloadable from www.wildlifewatch.org.uk. Young grass snakes and slow worms may be basking in sunny spots. Don’t be alarmed, they are perfectly harmless and a sign of a healthy habitat. Slow worms can be found in heathland, tussocky grassland, woodland edges and rides:
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Adventure Club: Wild Summer Activities - including fire lighting, camp fire cooking, woodcraft, seasonal crafts, wildlife spotting and games. Suitable for children aged 7 to 14 years. Dates: Tuesdays 7th, 14th & 21st August Times: 9am - 4pm or 10am 3pm Venue: Queenswood Country Park and Arboretum, Dinmore Hill, Leominster, HR6 0PY. Cost: £21 (9am-4pm session), £15 (10am-3pm session); booking essential The Gruffalo Summer Festival: Family Day with Gruffalo themed activities, crafts and play. Date: Sunday 12th August Time: 10am - 3pm Venue: Queenswood Country Park and Arboretum, Dinmore Hill, Leominster, HR6 0PY. Cost: Activities individually priced. Pay and display parking or park and ride from Wellington Garden Centre for £4.
Lake Play: Learn about the creatures that live above and below the water and take part in lake inspired crafts, water play and games. Suitable for children aged 3 to 13 years, all children to be accompanied by an adult. Dates: Fridays 17th and 24th August Time: 1.30pm - 3.30pm Venue: Bodenham Lake Nature Reserve, Bodenham, HR1 3JT Cost: This event is free but advance booking is essential Walk: An urban bat walk through Hereford Join the Hereford City Branch of Herefordshire Wildlife Trust and local ‘batman’ James Bisset for a chance to hear (and hopefully see) these marvels of the night during an easy Bat walk and talk along the banks of the River Wye in Hereford City. Date: Thursday 23rd August Time: 7.45pm - 10pm Venue: Meet in St Martins Carpark (by City Centre Swimming Pool), St Martin's Avenue, Hereford HR4 7BA. (PAY & DISPLAY). Cost: £2 HWT members, £3 non-members, booking essential All events and booking details can be found at www.herefordshirewt.org or call 01432 356872
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The Master's House August 2018 Programme Saturday 14th July to Saturday 8th September Library opening hours Summer Reading Challenge – Mischief Makers Sign up to the Summer Reading Challenge over the school holidays. Read at least six library books of your choice and collect stickers and prizes along the way. Go explore Ledbury Library with a Beanotown treasure hunt and enter our free cartoon character competition. Under 13s Free Wednesday 1st August : 10am to 12 noon Master's House Tour The Friends of the Master's House will be hosting a detailed tour of this beautiful 15th century building. Free tickets / donations gratefully accepted Saturday 4th August : 10.30am to 12 noon Ledbury U3A Recorder Consort Ledbury U3A Recorder Consort delight us again with a selection of their favourite arrangements. Free drop-in Monday 6th August : 7.30pm to 9pm An Evening of Timber Frame Buildings with Gareth Calan Davies Join Gareth for an illustrated introductory talk and private viewing of the exhibition ‘A Celebration of Timber Frame Buildings’. Tickets £6 Tuesday 7th August to Saturday 19th August Library opening hours A Celebration of Timber Frame Buildings Friends of the Master’s House and local publisher GHAL Productions stage an exhibition of these character buildings that tell us much of the social history of Herefordshire and the middle Marches. From humble dwelling to grand merchant’s house, the story is told in photographs with original drawings by Cheryl Davies. Artwork, books and cards on sale. Free
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Tuesday 7th August : 4.45pm to 5.45pm Ledbury Readers' Group A friendly book group held in Ledbury Library. Drop in and join us. Books will be provided. Free Tuesday 21st August to Saturday 22nd September Library opening hours Herefordshire Life Through a Lens This exhibition brings the work of local photographer Derek Evans out of the archives and into the community. The first in a series of exhibitions comes from the hop yards of the county. Featuring both archive and contemporary images, it complements the newly released film 'Stories from the Hop Yards'. A Catcher Media project. Free Tuesday 21st August : 4pm to 6pm Introduction to Emails Learn how to setup an email account, send and receive emails and attachments. Laptops will be available for the session. Provided by Fastershire. 16+ years Free tickets Monday 27th August : 10am to 4pm Ledbury Carnival The Master's House is open for Ledbury Carnival. Come explore this magnificent building and discover its past with our free tablet tour. Guided tours may also include St Katherine’s Hall and Chapel which are part of the original medieval hospital site. Free BOOK A GROUP TOUR OF THE MASTER’S HOUSE The Friends of the Master’s House welcome requests for private tours for groups of 10 to 20 people on Wednesdays, 10am to 3pm. Tours last 1½ hours. Email ledburylibrary@herefordshire.gov.uk
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journeys, plan your route to include a 15 minute break every two hours.
Drivers are encouraged to plan ahead this summer and avoid unnecessary breakdowns by ensuring their vehicle is wellmaintained before setting out on any long journeys. As well as checking to make sure the vehicle service is up to date, motorists should check tyre pressures and oil, water and fuel levels and top those up if needed. With temperatures expected to stay high for the next month, motorists should carry plenty of water, food and other essentials such as sunglasses and sunscreen.
Anna Higgins, Communications Manager at the Safer Roads Partnership said "Breaking down can be a stressful experience, especially on a motorway where traffic is passing at very high speeds. It is vital that motorists know what to do if their vehicle does breakdown, to keep themselves and their passengers safe.
With many people taking to the roads for long drives to their summer holiday destinations, motorists are reminded to avoid driving when tired. On longer
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The partnership is also asking motorists if they know what to do in a breakdown and urging them to follow some simple steps to ensure they stay safe, particularly when travelling on motorways.
"If your vehicle breaks down on the motorway, pull on to the hard shoulder as far to the left as possible with your wheels turned to the left, and put your hazard lights on to warn other motorists. If visibility is poor, you should also leave your side lights on. You and your passengers should exit the vehicle on the left hand side and
move to a point of safety behind the barrier and well away from the vehicle, the carriageway and the moving traffic. If possible, move up the bank or verge, as far away from the hard shoulder as possible." Find your nearest emergency telephone on your side of the carriageway and call for assistance. The marker posts at the side of the motorway help give an exact location of your vehicle and also show the direction of the nearest telephone. The telephone is free and connects directly to Highways England or police who will be able to contact your chosen breakdown company. If you do use your mobile phone, take a note of the number of the nearest marker post - it will help to pinpoint where you are on the motorway. Wait for assistance, but remember to wait behind the barrier and as far away from the carriageway as possible. If you cannot get your vehicle on to the hard shoulder, switch
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PROTECT YOUR HOME WHILE YOU ARE AWAY ON HOLIDAY Homeowners are encouraged to consider the following advice when leaving their property unoccupied:
• Make it look like you are at home. Set lights on a timer switch, in a room such as the living room or bedroom. Use more than one timer to come on at different times.
• Keep windows and external doors locked whenever you are out of the house, and get into the habit of checking. This includes even small windows which burglars could reach through to gain access. • Keep keys, purses/wallets and other valuable items away from windows and doors, so they are not visible or accessible to opportunist thieves. • Invest in a good quality alarm. The police 59 recommend that alarm companies should be a member of the SSAIB or NSI. External alarm boxes act as a good visual deterrent. • Make sure you have good locks fitted on doors and windows (and don't forget to use them!) Also have a door chain fitted. • Don't keep large amount of cash at home. Store valuable items such as passports or jewellery in a safe. • Don't leave packaging for
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• Make sure your property is marked. If it is it will be much harder for a thief to sell it, and if it is recovered it can be returned to you- look up forensic property marking for more information. • If you are going away for a few days ask a trusted neighbour, family member or friend to keep an eye on your home, and do the same for them. • If you are going on holiday or are away for a period of time, don't make it too obvious that you are away from your home. Cancel any milk, newspapers or regular deliveries. Don't announce your plans on social media • If you see anyone acting suspiciously, contact the police on 101. If a crime is taking place or if someone is in danger call 999. • Join your local Neighbourhood Watch scheme to meet those living in your street, pass on crime prevention advice and resolve local issues
FESTIVAL SAFETY This month marks the beginning of the large music festivals for this summer. It doesn't matter if it's a large event or a smaller local event, you are there to have a good time, but some people may have other intentions! Follow this crime prevention advice, and make sure that they don't spoil your fun. DON'T: • Leave valuables in your car or tent. • Bury valuables near your tent - someone may be watching you. • Put a padlock on your tent this suggests you have something worth stealing. DO: • Keep valuables, including medicines, with you at all times. • Mark your tent and other property with your name and postcode and consider using a property marking solution. • Split your cash so that if you lose one lot, you have back up. • Drink sensibly so you don't miss place yourself or your items. CONSIDER: • Placing your wallet / phone in your front pockets. • Placing cash in a money belt. Have a great time!
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Ledbury Horticultural Society 2018 Annual Flower Show Monday 27th August
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edbury Horticultural Society will be holding its annual Flower Show in the Community Centre on Carnival Day, Monday 27th August. Admission is 50p and doors open at 12 noon. Prize-giving will take place at 4.30pm. Since 1999, the Society has donated over £10,000 to both local and national charities including: Ledbury Community Hospital, St. Michael’s Hospice, Air Ambulance, Haven Trust, Meningitis Trust, Pals after School Club, Acorns, Guide dog for the Blind, C.V.A., Scout Group and Macmillan Cancer Support. The chosen charities for 2018 are Salters Hill - who support people with learning disabilities and their families - and Ledbury in Bloom, part of the RHS Britain in Bloom Campaign. By coming along to the show, you will be helping to raise funds for these worthwhile local causes.
This is more than just a Flower Show; there is something for the whole family. If you do not wish to enter one of the many classes then just come along on the day and spend an enjoyable time viewing the various exhibits . . . and the best cream teas and cakes will be available so we hope you’ll join us! If you would like any further information or a copy of the schedule, please contact Kelvin Lynch, Show Secretary on 07875 478484. Schedules are also available from the Ledbury Hardware Store or the Ledbury Newsagent in the Homend, Ledbury.
The success of the show very much depends on the support of those who take part by entering one or more classes for a bit of fun! Do you grow fruit or vegetables? Are you a keen photographer? Do you bake or enjoy handicrafts? Are the kids creative? If so, do look through the show schedule and put something on the show-bench! There is a range of classes for everyone – no matter what your ability. The judges are a very friendly bunch and some will leave comments to encourage you to enter again. Ledbury Focus
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Barbecued Salmon with Coriander This is the taste of summer - smoky salmon combined with the fresh flavours of honey, lime, garlic and loads of coriander.
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Creating Your Garden Paradise article by Jonathan Bishop
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eople often ask me if a plant is damaged, or diseased, or what is this lump, etc., on a plant . . . and that is where it has been grafted on.
together with the chosen host plant and carries on growing. In human terms we have skin grafts, where we take a section of skin from one area of the body and transfer it onto another section of the body to encourage it to grow over a damaged area. This is basically the same scenario but with plants.
From the commercial side of things, a specimen that is very slow growing can have a big mother plant, which is an advantage because there is a lot of it and you can prune it hard, for example a Contorted Hazel. You can take a wild Hazel plant root and stock, and graft a large section of very slow growing Contorted Hazel onto it, creating a lot of plants reasonably quickly for re-sale. The most common plants that are grafted nowadays are roses. You hear people saying “it has reverted back, it has sent up suckers”, and this is because they have used a wild root stock or a rose that has a very good root system (which is preferable when it comes to roses) and the variety required is grafted onto that strong stem. So, the disadvantage is that it can send up suckers and revert back because the wild root stock is stronger than the main plant.
So what is Grafting? Grafting is used to improve a plant that is very slow growing, or doesn’t produce very good seed, or very good cuttings. You take the mother plant that has Various ways of doing this grown - this is a ‘true’ plant of its However the advantages are, that variety - and take a section of that This can be achieved from a bud cutting to a root. It is complex because these plants are slow plant and glue it, through cuts growing and it is hard to produce and very hard to explain all the and by taping it, onto a different new plants from seeds, etc. different methods, but what are plant of the same family, or host (because of the time it takes), plant. thecall advantages disadvantages To advertise 01684 and 833715 or email: info@grapevinepublications.co.uk 70 The ‘graft’ fuses itself
this option brings the price down because the plants can be mass produced. Another variety of plant for grafting is an acer. If you get a wild green acer that grows very quickly you can graft onto it. The most common form of grafting is to cut out an inverted ‘V’ from your chosen plant, and on the root stock cut out another ‘V’, that slots together with the ‘V’ of your chosen plant, and then bind them together. This is why sometimes - certainly on roses - little bits of wax can be found, because wax is used to seal the joint and stop disease getting in. Nowadays it is more common to buy grafting secateurs which will precisely cut all the sections, fix them into place and automatically wrap them for you.
What are the other advantages? You could have a fruit tree, for example a pear, and graft a different variety of pear onto each branch of the host plant. This was very common with Victorian gardeners when they were starting to experiment with these processes. You could have a rose with blooms of a different colour on each branch. Grafting really took off from this era onwards. When you are looking for a plant at a Garden Centre Don’t be put off if there is a lump on the stem, or because you can see a ‘V’ section on the plant. This only means that it has been grafted onto a hardier host plant. It will be perfectly strong, and there is no disease just because it might be a slightly different colour. What you must avoid doing is putting the graft under the ground when planting, if it is a tree etc. as that is obviously a point where disease could get in or even rot out the graft. If your rose is producing suckers from the root stock your best bet is to dig down to the root and try to tear this off the root stock, otherwise there is a chance it will grow much quicker and take over the plant.
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The Psoas Muscle and its Importance for Health by Helen Mawson, BSc Hons, DIpM, BTAA, BAUK, KFRP
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n this article I share with you some information on the psoas muscle as it plays such an important role in supporting the balance and overall health of the body. Location of the psoas The psoas (pronounced so-az) is a deep core muscle approximately 16 inches long. It directly links the ribcage and trunk with the legs. The muscle is located on either side of the body and most people have a psoas major and a psoas minor. The psoas minor is thought to be a disappearing muscle however as we have evolved from a semi-flexed to an upright being. It is possible to have a psoas minor on one side, one on both sides or none at all! The psoas does not attach directly to the pelvis but indirectly through its attachment to the iliacus muscle which lines the pelvic basin. The psoas and iliacus muscles are often spoken of together as the iliopsoas. Function of the psoas The muscle is basically a hip
flexor and it supports the free swing of the leg in walking and plays an important role in transferring weight through the trunk into the legs and feet. More importantly, it acts as a guide wire stabilising the entire spine. The psoas also acts like a shelf providing support for the organs and viscera. The health, length and vitality of the psoas effects organ function, for example: whether there is room within the pelvic bowl for the organs to rest comfortably and function normally depends on the length and tone of the psoas muscle. Lastly the psoas functions as a hydraulic pump; its movement stimulates and pushes fluids in and out of cells. In normal walking, the psoas muscle is activated in each step as it contracts and stretches. Its normal movement stimulates the viscera and massages the spinal column. The ability of the psoas to move freely encourages a continuous, unobstructed flow of blood through the major arteries into the legs and feet.
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Situations that can affect Psoas balance Pregnancy and childbirth – if the psoas is not fully engaged it will affect how a woman carries her baby. Structural imbalance during pregnancy and caused at the time of childbirth could cause the psoas to weaken.
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Female cycles – women experiencing cramping and other pelvic problems could have an imbalanced psoas. Many women have experienced significant relief by using techniques to release the psoas muscle so it can do its job easily and freely supporting rather than hindering the reproductive organs, nerves and ligaments.
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Trauma – accidents of any kind can cause the psoas to contract and shorten; some people can feel the psoas contract for example, in a car when you brake suddenly. More often than not the psoas will recover from things like the car braking suddenly but in more serious accidents some therapeutic intervention is necessary. Whiplash injuries often respond very well to psoas work. Fear – when the fear reflex is activated the psoas will contract this has significant implications for the balance of the muscle and the impact stress can have upon it. Dehydration – this will cause the psoas muscle to shorten so staying hydrated is essential. Exercise – certain types of exercise and activities tend to shorten and contract the psoas muscle these include; horse riding, cycling, abdominal crunches to name a few. Results of psoas imbalance Some of the problems that could arise with a shortened psoas include: • Structural problems • Digestive problems • Issues with the pelvis • Hip problems • Mobility issues
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• Circulatory issues • Balance problems • Knee and ankle problems • PMS • Digestive problems • Sciatica How you can help your psoas Constructive rest position An exercise that encourages the psoas muscle to lengthen, it involves lying on the floor with your knees bent at a 45-degree angle. This is something I show clients in practice. For more information on how to do this please be in touch. Keep hydrated When we are dehydrated the psoas muscle will become shorter so keeping hydrated is essential. The body will use the hydration it has to send to the major organs and carry out its essential tasks. The muscular system tends to be lower down on the hydration priority list. If you experience regular muscle pain try drinking more water and see if this alleviates the pain. Have a treatment The Bowen Technique can address the psoas either directly by using the specific psoas procedure or indirectly by using the pelvic and kidney procedures. Sometimes working with the muscle indirectly is more suitable for an individual than directly applying the psoas procedure. This will vary for each individual in terms of what is being experienced and for how long the symptoms or imbalance have been present. I will also show you some exercise that can have a positive impact upon the muscle and symptoms arising as a result of imbalance.
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MUNITY COM CONTACTS EMERGENCY SERVICES POLICE FIRE AMBULANCE Emergency: 999 WEST MERCIA POLICE Ledbury Police Station Worcester Road Tel: 101
ST.KATHERINE’S SURGERY Market Street (off Bye St) Monday - Friday 8am - 6pm Tel: 01531 633271 MARKET SURGERY Market Street (off Bye St) Monday - Friday 8.30 - 6pm Phone calls taken from 8am Tel: 01531 632423 LEDBURY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Tel: 01531 632488 NHS DIRECT Tel: 111
CRIMESTOPPERS Tel: 0800 555 111
ST.MICHAEL’S HOSPICE Bartestree Hereford Tel: 01432 851000
GAS Tel: 0800 111 999
DAY LEWIS PHARMACY Bye Street Monday - Friday 9.00am - 6.00pm Saturday 9.00am - 1.00pm Tel: 01531 632693
WELSH WATER Tel: 0800 281 432 SEVERN TRENT WATER Tel: 0800 783 4444
BOOTS CHEMIST High Street Mon - Sat 8.30am - 5.30pm 01531 632687
ELECTRICITY Tel: 0800 328 1111
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MEDICAL LOANS SERVICE Jenn Jones 01531 632745
BUSY BEES PRE-SCHOOL Tel: 01531 248087 LEDBURY CHILDREN’S CENTRE Families with children 0-5 Tel: 01432 383840 PALS Breakfast and After School Club Tel: 01531 632940 LEDBURY PRIMARY SCHOOL Long Acres Tel: 01531 632940 JOHN MASEFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Mabels Furlon Tel: 01531 631012
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CROHN’S & COLITIS UK HEREFORDSHIRE NETWORK herefordshire@networks.crohns andcolitis.org.uk Tel: 0300 222 5700
HEREFORD COUNTY HOSPITAL Union Walk Hereford HR1 2ER Tel: 01432 355444 GLOUCESTERSHIRE ROYAL HOSPITAL Great Western Road, Gloucester GL1 3NN Tel: 0300 422 2222 WORCESTERSHIRE ROYAL HOSPITAL Charles Hastings Way Worcester WR5 1DD Tel: 01905 763333
HELP & SUPPORT ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY Hereford Tel: 01432 371137 CHILD PROTECTION HELPLINE Tel: 0800 800 500 CHILDLINE Tel: 0800 1111 COMMUNITY SAMARITANS Tel: 01432 269000 Tel: 0845 790 9090 DASH (Drugs Services Herefordshire) Tel: 01432 263636 DIVORCE RECOVERY WORKSHOP Tel: 01684 560394 HEREFORD & WORCESTER ADVISORY SERVICE ON ALCOHOL Tel: 01905 27417 HEREFORDSHIRE RAPE & SEXUAL ABUSE SUPPORT CENTRE Tel: 0870 242 2230 HEREFORDSHIRE CARERS EMERGENCY CARD SCHEME Emergency Support System For Carers Tel: 01432 356068 LEDBURY CHILDREN'S CENTRE email: ledburychildrenscentre@ herefordshire.gov.uk www.herefordshire.gov.uk www.facebook.com/hfdscouncil Tel: 01432 383840 LEDBURY OUTREACH www.herefordshirecab.org.uk Tel: 01432 270536 MARRIAGE CARE (Relationship Counselling) Ledbury & Hereford Payment by donation Tel: 0800 389 3801
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WORSHIP CATHOLIC CHURCH OF THE MOST HOLY TRINITY New Street Saturday Mass 5.00pm Sunday Mass 10.30am Tel: 01531 635354 ST MICHAEL’S PARISH CHURCH Church Lane 8.00am Holy Communion (BCP) 9.30am Parish Communion & Young Church 2nd, 3rd & 4th Sunday of the month 10.30am Parish Communion with Baptism 1st Sunday of the month 6.30pm Evensong 1st & 3rd Sunday of the month Tel: 01531 631531 BAPTIST CHURCH The Homend Sundays 10.30am Worship except the first Sunday in the month. All-age family Messy Church usually first Saturday each month 3.30pm-6pm - replaces Sunday service (info Facebook 'Messy Church Ledbury') Tel: 07960 322528 METHODIST CHURCH The Homend Sundays 10.30am Worship Tel: 01531 634242 LEDBURY QUAKERS Burgage Hall Church Lane 1st & 3rd Sunday of each month 11am Meeting for Worship Tel: 01531 634575 PENTCOSTAL FELLOWSHIP Community Centre Lawnside Road Sundays 10am Praise & Worship Tel: 01432 352545 LEDBURY ELIM CHURCH Ledbury Primary School Long Acres Sundays at 10.30am Further info Arlette Frampton Tel: 07718 201334
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LOCAL SERVICES AGE CONCERN Tel: 0333 0066 299 THE LEDBURY COMMUNITY Hall Hire Tel: 07976 150049 LEDBURY FOOD BANK Tel: 01531 633643 LEDBURY REGISTRAR Tel: 01531 632306 LEDBURY COMMUNITY ACTION Tel: 01531 635339 RING AND RIDE Tel: 01531 635503 MOBILITY CENTRE Tel: 01531 635339 VOLUNTEER’S CENTRE Tel: 01531 635339
PUBLIC SERVICES LEDBURY LIBRARY Master’s House Monday: 9.30am to 4.30pm Tuesday: 9.30am to 6pm Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 9.30am to 4.30pm Friday: 9.30am to 4.30pm Saturday: 9.30am to 12.30pm Sunday: Closed Tel: 01432 383499 POST OFFICE Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm Saturday 9am - 12.30pm Tel: 01531 632678 ROYAL MAIL DELIVERY OFFICE Tel: 01531 633311 Last Collection P.O 5.30pm At box in town 5.45pm HOUSEHOLD RECLAMATION SITE Little Marcle Road Wednesday 8.00am - 6.00pm Saturday 8.00am - 6.00pm Sunday 9.30am - 1.00pm
CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU Tel: 01684 563611
TRAVEL National Rail Tel: 0845 748 4950
BBC HEREFORD & WORCESTER 94.7/104/104.6 FM Tel: 01905 748485
National Travel Line (Buses) Tel: 0871 200 2233
VETS & ANIMAL CARE LEADON VALE VETERINARY CENTRE Tel: 01531 632276 RSPCA (cruelty, neglect concern 24hrs) Tel: 0300 123 4999 CAT PROTECTION Tel: 0845 3977 074 RSPB Tel: 01767 693690
SUPERMARKETS CO-OPERATIVE New Street Tel: 01531 635905 TESCO Orchard Lane Tel: 01531 629807
TOWN COUNCIL Church Lane Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri 10am - 2pm admin@ledburytowncouncil.gov.uk www.ledburytowncouncil.gov.uk Tel: 01531 632306 County Councillors: Ledbury North Councillor Liz Harvey epjharvey@herefordshire.gov.uk Tel: 01531 631718 Ledbury South Councillor Emma Holton Emma.Holton@herefordshire.gov.uk Tel: 07901 595764 Ledbury West Councillor Andrew Warmington Andrew.Warmington@herefordshire. gov.uk Tel: 07985 082262 Herefordshire Council Tel: 01432 260000 MP Bill Wiggin (con) Tel: 01568 612565 TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE Ice Bytes - 38 The Homend
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Crohn’s & Colitis increasing in Young People
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n the UK one person is diagnosed with IBD – Crohn’s Disease or Ulcerative Colitis – every 30 minutes; and one in every four of these is under 16. This is a shocking statistic for diseases that never used to affect the young. IBD is often called the “invisible illness” because people can look fine and still be very ill and struggling with the most ordinary of daily tasks. This can cause isolation and frustration when people don’t understand and assume that if you look well you must be well. Hayley Jones from Ledbury was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis when she was 15 years old and at school at John Masefield High School in Ledbury. Here she talks about what it was like for her. “I found school OK with IBD because I received brilliant care from the staff. I had a lot of time off during Year 10 and work was sent home for me, so I wasn’t left behind. I was given access to staff toilets, which was the biggest help, and my teachers were made aware of my condition and told not to worry if I suddenly went to the toilet, which saved me embarrassment. The worst thing about Ulcerative Colitis was feeling helpless with no energy. I did miss out on going out with friends, but they would come to my home and watch films, etc. Medication can have side effects but you need to
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persevere as they do work in the long term. At one point I could hardly walk, but since being on Humira things are under control and not inhibiting my life. I keep positive and have received fantastic care from the NHS – both my local GP in Ledbury and Hereford Gastroenterology team. I am lucky that I have had a fulltime job since leaving Sixth form, so I have been able to live a normal life. My employer understands my condition and supports me when I need time off for medical appointments. My office is near the toilets, which is a great help; and I know that I have to rest more than the usual person - or fatigue takes hold. I think the best thing is talking about my experiences – this really helped with mental well-being when going through rough patches. It’s important as you can easily give up and become a recluse.” In 2013 Hayley was one of the first volunteers for the new Herefordshire Group of Crohn’s & Colitis UK – and the youngest.
She is now helping to organise the Group’s biggest event to date: a “Funday Sunday” Fete at Bartestree Village Hall on 9th September from 11am to 4pm. The fete aims to raise awareness of IBD and bring people from across the county together. Over 850 adults in Herefordshire have been diagnosed, and thousands more friends and family are also affected by the disease. Anyone can come along to the fete - it’s free, with lots of things for all the family to do, including stalls with old-fashioned games, live music, information, storytelling and food. If you’d like more information on the local group, you can contact Herefordshire@net works.crohnsandcolitis.org.uk or the helpline service 0300 222 5700.
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The Bell Ringers After Quasimodo's death, the bishop of the Cathedral of Notre Dame decided that he would personally interview the new bell ringers in the belfry.
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When he reached the street, a crowd had gathered around the fallen figure. As they silently parted to let the bishop through, one of them asked, "Bishop, who was this man?".
The following day, despite the sadness that weighed heavily on his heart due to the unfortunate death of the armless campanologist, the bishop continued his interviews for the bell ringer of Notre Dame. The first man to approach him said, "Your Excellency, I am the brother of the poor armless wretch who fell to his death from this very belfry yesterday. I pray that you honour his life by allowing me to replace him in this duty" The bishop agreed to give the man an audition, and, as the armless man's brother stooped to pick up a mallet to strike the first bell, he groaned, clutched at his chest, twirled around, and died on the spot. Two monks, hearing the bishop's cries of grief at this second tragedy, rushed up the stairs to his side. "What has happened? Who is this man?" the first monk asked breathlessly "I don't know his name," sighed the distraught bishop, "but . . . he's a dead ringer for his brother".
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