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What’s On
1st Sept Tetbury Goods Shed
O The Rails Festival. See article for details.
5th Sept History of Tetbury Society
Talk by Simon Draper on “Making a living on the Severn”. See article for details.
7th Sept Tetbury Lions hosts their Car Treasure Hunt event. See article for details.
7th Sept Tetbury Heritage Weekend
See articles for details of events around the town.
9th Sept Tetbury WI
Next meeting. See article for details.
12th Sept Avening WI.
Hosts talk entitled “The Courage Game, Mt Great Aunt the Su ragette”, See article for details.
14th Sept The Feofees and The Thirteen. Annual Beating of the Bounds.
14th Sept Tetbury Expo
Taking place at The Dolphins Hall.
17th Sept Tetbury and District u3a
Next monthly meeting 10.30 am at The Goods Shed. See article for details.
18th Sept Tetbury Film Society
Showing lm entitled “Past Lives” at the Doplhins Hall from 7.00 pm.
22nd Sept Tetbury Bowls Club
Closing Gala Event. See article for details.
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Young by Name
Never too Late to Start Afresh
There will never come a September that doesn’t shout “back to school” at me. Although it’s a long time since I left school, I’ve never lost awareness of the academic year.
This isn’t only because supermarkets start badgering parents to shop for the autumn term before the summer holidays even start. Nor it is because I spent thirteen years of my adult life working in a school, or because I write novels set in a boarding school ( rst in series is Dastardly Deeds at St Bride’s, published by Boldwood Books).
It’s because I look forward to each new term as an opportunity for new beginnings. In September, I even buy an academic year diary to replace the one I bought in January, and which is dog-eared by autumn. I relish starting over with a new diary. Its clean pages inspire me to think afresh about how
I spend and manage my time. I’m lled with anticipation and excitement for what the next few months will bring.
Even though the new academic year heralds the coming of autumn, and I hate leaving spring and summer behind, I welcome it all the same. I’m glad our academic year doesn’t run in parallel with
the calendar year, starting in January, as it does in Australia. It would give us one less chance for a fresh start.
If my planning goes adrift before Christmas, at least I know it won’t be long until the new calendar year comes around, and I can treat myself to yet another new diary. I’m a diary manufacturer’s dream customer.
Then another season of new beginnings will arrive with the onset of Spring and the symbolism of Easter.
It’s never too late in the year – or in life - to start over. I reinvented myself at the age of fty, leaving the day job to start my writing career. I’d always planned to be a writer when I grew up, and if fty doesn’t count as grown-up, I don’t know what does.
So, if you’re at a crossroads in your life, September is the perfect time to start planning for change. By the time you read this, you might even nd that this year’s academic diaries are reduced for quick sale, to make way for 2025 stock. Go for it!
Only now as I write this do I realise that living by my system is like having three years rolled into one. No wonder time seems to y by so fast these days. I’m just glad I don’t age at the same rate.
Debbie Young www.authordebbieyoung.com
Debbie’s new novel, Death at the Old Curiosity Shop, the rst in a new cosy mystery series, will be published on 11th October by Boldwood Books and is now available for pre-order.
This month write up in the Lion’s Den has been delegated to me whilst our President Lion Peter enjoys a little sunshine and we are back to very mixed weather.
Please forgive me if I leave out any activities of the month of August as I too have been away so here, we go!
On the 2nd of August seven Lions carried out a very successful Bucket Shake at Tesco’s in aid of local charities. We would like to thank the many members of the public who so generously donated that morning and also to Tesco’s for allowing us to take up space in their atrium area.
Early in August four of our Lions paid a second visit to Maggie’s at Cheltenham. This was to have a tour of the new
extension they are having built. When completed Tetbury Lions have pledged a sum of money (a sum yet to be agreed) to furnish one of their visitors rooms. We feel sure that so many residents of Tetbury will appreciate our generous donation. For those residents who have no knowledge of Maggie’s they are attached to Oncology departments in various parts of the country. At the moment they have twenty eight in the UK and three overseas.
It was a pleasure to donate a grant to two students which was towards their education.
Both students will be giving us a presentation in the new year of their experiences.
In September Medivac, who have applied for a grant, will be giving the Lions a presentation on their business.
All of the above leads me onto explaining what The Lions Club in Tetbury are about. I together with other members have heard residents ask, “ who are the Lions and what do they do?”
Tetbury Lions are 50 yrs old this year !
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CAR TREASURE HUNT
Saturday the 7th of September. Starting at The GOODS SHED 2pm and nishing at THE PRIORY HOTEL at 4.00 pm. Entry fee £10 per person. Contact Keith Hodgeson 07770 961773.
PRESIDENTS CHARTER DINNER
Friday the 11th of October. Dance to be held at THE GREAT TYTHE BARN. Tickets £50 per head to include Glass of Preseco on arrival. Three course meal followed by dancing to a 60s/70sBand. Tickets from Maggie Heaven 07747 608990.
THE LIONS BIG QUIZ
Friday the 25th of October. To be held at the GREAT TYTHE BARN. Tickets £10 to include a selection of cheeses,chutney and french sticks. We will also be starting our big CHRISTMAS RAFFLE. Contact Maggie Heaven 07747 608990.
TETBURY LIONS BIG TOWN LIGHTS SWITCH ON Friday the 29th of November. With Tetbury Town Council and Feo ees. See the October issue for more information.
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Will be drawn Saturday the 21st of December.
Last year we celebrated our fty year anniversary. Many of you will know Malc Philby who owns Tetbury Hardware shop. Malc was one of the founder members and to this day he still attends our monthly meetings to keep us on track!! We as a club hold as many fundraising events as possible in order that we are able to provide such funds and grants as listed above.
Please take a minute and read the page of forward events. If any resident would like to help or even support any of the events, PLEASE feel free to talk to anyone who is a Lion. In the meantime if anyone would like to join the Lions, please contact one of us. It’s not just a club it’s a very sociable club. May I take the liberty to add we are a NON Political organisation and a registered charity.
Maggie Heaven, Vice President, (on behalf of Lion Peter Coleman, President)
Tetbury Theatre Group
June’s performance was ‘Drop the Dead Donkey’ at the Everyman Theatre Cheltenham.
We arrived in good time for co ee, explored the boutique shops and enjoyed a congenial lunch in the town centre before the performance. It was a real treat to see the original cast in person on stage. Neil Pearson displayed his great comic timing as the lugubrious Dave. Ingrid Lacey played the worldly Helen with laconic, cynical humour. Susannah Doyle, as Joy, looking dangerous in black leather, stalked around the stage, seeking whom she might devour! Steven Tomkinson as Damien portrayed the dodgy underbelly of news reporting and a teddy bear called ‘Dimbles’ featured prominently.
The whole performance was pacey and funny. We relished several up-to-theminute news ashes of what was happening in real life that very day. The cast seemed equally to enjoy the performance. The sharp wit and dry British humour inspired lots of laughs and a rogue co ee machine with ingenious engineering added to the slapstick fun. Outside, the sun shone all day with a champagne sparkle and, after the performance, we bowled happily home, with high spirits uplifted by laughter and a great day out.
Another sunny day in July saw us back at the Mill at Sonning Theatre, near Reading,
to see ‘Three Men in a Boat’ adapted from the comic novel written by Jerome K Jerome. First, we enjoyed an excellent, Edwardian sort of lunch in the theatre restaurant, including such treats as ‘Montmorency’s Beef and Ale Pie’ or ‘Uncle Podger’s pineapple upside-down cake with custard.’ We reckoned these would sustain us ’til teatime.
With Jerome as narrator, we set o along the Thames with two of his real-life friends, George Wingrave (who would become a senior manager at Barclays Bank) and Carl Hentschel (the founder of a London printing business, called Harris in the book). The dog, Montmorency, is entirely ctional and “developed out of that area of inner consciousness which, in all Englishmen, contains an element
of the dog”. All three actors took turns to represent Montmorency with an ingenious range of barking noises, adding to the fun. A versatile and attractive stage set provided comical surprises adding to happy bursts of laughter from the audience. The beautiful lighting e ects of dappled sunshine on rippling water conveyed the spirit of a warm and peaceful Edwardian afternoon.
Some people thought the play was dated and the main characters irritatingly silly. But many enjoyed the escapism with nostalgia for more innocent times. The powerful ending provided a stark contrast, foreshadowing the imminent start of the brutal First World War.
Coming up
Two matinee performances: ‘The King’s Speech’ on the 24th of October at The Watermill, Newbury with lunch at onsite restaurant; ‘Birdsong’ on the 20th of November at The Malvern Theatre, booking deadline the 2nd of October; and Blenheim Christmas Lights on the 11th of December day trip.
For enquiries and to join the Tetbury Theatre Group, please contact Diana Challis
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Although we’ve said goodbye to Poppy, the Reshaping planning continues and this seems a good opportunity to update, now we’ve completed Phase 1.
What was Phase 1? It began with the consultation in early 2023 about what people felt the church was for and what they’d like us to be doing for worship and community. This was presented to the PCC early in 2024 with a list of nine Options ranging from Do Nothing to Move Elsewhere! After much thought, prayer and discussion, they decided the best Option was to commit to remaining in St Marys’, possibly with an extension. Two experienced architects presented to the PCC in March and after further prayerful consideration, the PCC agreed to commission Antony Feltham-King of St
Ann’s Gate in Salisbury (www.stannsgate. com). They felt he best understood the heart, soul and mind of what we’re trying to do and presented some interesting practical possibilities, for ongoing creative dialogue as we enter Phase 2. Antony said, “We’re honoured to work with St Marys’ Tetbury on this exciting project”
What is Phase 2? In short, lots of research and exploring possibilities in some detail. We’ll need surveys (including archaeological) and specialist advice. We need to appoint a professional Project Manager. This phase is about better
understanding what’s possible and what isn’t. We also need to keep talking to the Diocese, planning o cers of various sorts and a myriad of others.
How long does Phase 2 last? About twelve months, we think. But it depends on fundraising, availability of the specialist professionals and a number of other things mainly beyond our control. They’ll then take us into Phase 3, the alterations.
How much will it cost? A really good question! And at this stage, we have no clear idea. It will include some ongoing maintenance work, while the rest depends on what we’re able to do and how we’re able to do it, while being careful stewards of God’s gifts and resources.
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Mayor’s Report
Hello to everyone in Tetbury.
We as a town continue to face challenges. A new Government has taken over with ne intentions for the future, but we will have to see how this works out.
We have had a positive start to our year, in July, Tetbury held its rst ever Pride Festival, it was a great success and once again showed what a modern, front facing community we are. We will continue to work with all groups to ensure we deliver the best for our town’s people.
I also nd myself President of the Lions this year, which gives me the opportunity to work with other charitable groups to deliver good things for Tetbury.
The Lions are sponsoring the Christmas Lights switch on this year. This will be a fun evening for all families and residents of Tetbury. The date is Friday the 29th of November, I will be there.
Once again, we are working together with the Lions and the Feo ees to deliver a great evening for everyone with lots of stalls and goodies to buy.
This September we at the Council are calling a town meeting to discuss burial provision for the town. This will take place on Wednesday the 4th of September 2024, at the Goods Shed starting at 6.30 pm. It is important that you attend as it a ects you and your families.
As you will see in this edition of the Advertiser there is a charter night happening at the Great Tythe Barn to commemorate 50 years of the Advertiser. This is an event open to everyone so do come along meet me as your mayor and see how the various charitable groups work to make Tetbury a better place.
The upcoming September Committee and Full Council meetings are as follows:
Heritage and Regeneration – Monday the 2nd of September Health, Wellbeing and Youth – Monday the 9th of September Finance and Scrutiny – Monday the 16th of September Planning and Full Council – Monday the 23rd of September
All meetings start at 7.00 pm (except Planning which begins at 6.30 pm). All meetings are held at Tetbury Library, Close Gardens.
I look forward to seeing you.
Peter Coleman, Tetbury Town Mayor
“Sta nurture and model respectful relationships between themselves and with children at this very friendly and happy setting.”
We’re really pleased to be able to share that following our recent OFSTED visit in July we were awarded ‘Good’ across all measures, which means we’ve been rated as Good across the board for the last fteen years. We’re very proud that the hard work the team at TNP put into caring for the children who attend the playgroup is recognised. Some more highlights from the report.
‘Leaders have adopted an ambitious curriculum for all children to build on the skills they need to be successful learners. Children take great pride in doing things themselves. Children with SEND and those in receipt of additional funding make good progress. Sta are re ective and committed to their ongoing professional development. There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children’s needs rst.’
We’d like to thank all the children, families and the team at TNP for helping us achieve this.
As we begin the new school year, all of us at TNP would like to extend a warm welcome to all our new children and their families, and we’re looking forward to welcoming back all our existing children too. For the rst few weeks our priority will be settling
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all the children in, helping the children get to know each other, help them to build relationships with sta , and become familiar with the routines, all the areas, toys and activities. Starting a new playgroup or nursery is a signi cant event in a young child’s life and is sometimes the rst time they’re away from their main caregivers for any length of time. Every child is di erent, and we work very closely with families to ensure children settle in the best way for them, that may involve parents coming in for a short while at drop o to start with, some children need to do much shorter periods rst and then build up to a full session, and sometimes they’re just happy to walk straight in.
Tetbury Nursery Playgroup is a non-pro t charity-supported organisation. Angela, our Operational Manager and Chair, has been part of TNP for over thirty years, the Playgroup Manager is Karen, Assistant Manager is Linda, and then we have the rest of the team; Emma, Anne, Laura, Kelly, Caroline and Sandra. Our combined length of service is well over one hundred years! To give a little bit of history about Tetbury Nursery Playgroup, we are one of the longest established playgroups in the area.
Over sixty years ago a group of Tetbury Mums formed a playgroup in the garden shed of a local resident, each of those parents contributed £5 each and donated spare toys they had from home. After a couple of years the number of children attending had grown so they moved to The Malt House in The Chippings.
New speci cations from the 1970 Childminding act meant a new location, and the playgroup moved to a room at what was called the ‘Clarrie Kit Cat clinic’ in The Ferns, a building previously the science block to the original site of Sir William Romney School, the main school building being where the current Doctors surgery is now. The building was then owned by Severn NHS but a huge fundraising e ort meant the playgroup were able to purchase it in the late 1990’s, and The Ferns is where we remain to this day.
If you’re looking for a playgroup space for your child for 2025, you’re welcome to make an appointment to come in and look around, please email us at tetburynurseryplaygroup@ eygloucestershire.co.uk or give us a call on 01666 504855.
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Looking back over the summer, we enjoyed two very di erent evenings.
Our group meeting with Avening, Kemble and Ewen and Tetbury WIs at the end of June was a resounding success. Following our speaker, the audience of more than sixty were treated to a light supper of quiche and salad followed by Eton Mess, prepared and served by the committee. Thanks must go particularly to our President, Linda, but also to our volunteer bar tenders, who also helped move furniture and to the noncommittee members of Tetbury WI, who helped with laying tables and the general set up. Hard work, but worth it.
John Volanthen, our speaker, gave us a fascinating account of his experiences, when he, along with other international cavers, was one of the team that successfully rescued the young Thai football team from ooded caves in the Tham Luang caves. He and his partner were the rst to locate the boys after days of searching and the young team were eventually brought out through the cave system, sedated, so they wouldn’t panic, and tied to individual divers.
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In stark contrast, the speaker at our early July meeting was Dorothy Cook with her ‘Tales of a Midwife.’ She had her audience laughing aloud at her tales of her early career, but her talk then turned to her
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Earlier in June, the Garden Group visited Fresh Air Quenington, sub-titled ‘A Celebration of Contemporary Art in a Beautiful English Garden,’ which is held biennially. More than one hundred and thirty contemporary pieces are set in a tranquil setting, many of which have been created speci cally for the gardens.
The Sunday Lunch Group also visited Quenington a couple of days later, although with gastronomic interests in mind as they headed to the local pub for a roast lunch!
In mid-August, a group of members, including some from Kemble were treated to a guided tour of Rodmarton Manor and gardens of which more in the next issue. Our next meeting will be on the 9th of September and the next co ee morning will be on the 23rd of September. We welcome members from the Tetbury area and we would love to have new members join us.
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First o - new handrails added to our raked seating, making it much easier to get up and down with ease and con dence. And then – the other week we had new automatic doors tted to our Foyer entrance. The original doors were really rather heavy and something of a challenge if you were pushing a buggy or wheelchair or even just trying to get in or out carrying a couple of cups of co ee! Now everything is so much easier – with push buttons both inside and outside to operate and open the door for you.
It had been our wish to make these changes for quite some time but like all things
they were expensive, so we are extremely grateful that thanks to a Section 106 Grant they were made possible.
So do come down and admire, and whilst you are here pick up a copy of our latest quarterly brochure giving details of all that’s happening down at Shed through to Christmas.
Lots happening this September. Our Wednesday afternoon music concerts are back – these are a great opportunity to come and hear some super music from local musicians, meet friends and enjoy some of Sasha’s fabulous cake with a cup of tea (or co ee). Cinema also returns this month Visitors to the Shed will have seen a few improvements recently.
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starting with The Taste of Things starring Juliete Binoche on the 5th of September.
And then there are several outstanding Festivals this Autumn – you have probably seen our posters and advertising boards around town inviting people to come along to this years O The Rails Festival on Sunday the 1st of September and then barely two weeks later is our wonderful weekend of Books – together with The Yellow Lighted Bookshop we bring you the Tetbury Book Festival – please check out our advertisement or visit our website for more information about both these and so much more to enjoy at The Goods Shed.
With just a handful of part time sta we are reliant on our incredible team of Volunteers – From taking your tickets, showing you to your seat, making sure the sound and lighting all works, getting to stage out, looking after performers and so much more. If you think you might like to join us then please contact either Kairen or Kathryn in the o ce on 01666 505496, email info@tetburygoodsshed. co.uk or go to our website to sign up: www. tetburygoodsshed.co.uk
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‘Autumn shows us how beautiful it is to let things go.’
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Where did that summer go? We hope you enjoyed the beautiful sunshine and blue skies that we had waited so very long for. We had lots of special events going on for the Library Reading Challenge during July and August and saw lots of young people signing up and receiving their Bronze, Silver and Gold Level Certi cates and badges. Children signing up this year doubled from last year, so very well done to all families for getting involved. You still have time to get to Gold as we close the challenge on the
14th of September 2024. There are lots of prizes to be won if you enter your feedback and complete the ‘Find out More’ challenge sheet and complete the Library Challenge feedback by scanning the QR code on our desk or going online. Remember to put your Library card number on the form, before you hand it back to us, to be in with a chance of winning! Children, ask an adult or relative to bring you to the library, or come with a friend if you are over eight years old to get your nal stamps and stickers.
We’ve also had lots of new members signing up and joining our Library activity groups. Do come along to any of the events below to see if it is something you might enjoy. Remember we can reserve a book for you from anywhere in the other county libraries, so just ask at the desk. New stock arrives every month and can be found online in the Gloslibraries.uk/
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our- catalogue. The Borrow Box and Press Reader apps are free with membership, you can bring in your device into the library, if you want help downloading them and signing in. Our amazing computer buddy has been busy helping people with their various devices. Ring us or come in to book a free hour with him.
Meanwhile, the wild ower garden has burst into life. We have seen Scarlet Tiger, Cinnabar, Silver Y and Brimstone moths, Large White, Red Admiral, Peacock and Large Skipper butter ies, we had a sea of Oxe-Eye Daisies earlier in the summer and other wild owers like Red and White Clover, Yarrow, Great Willowherb, Lady’s Bedstraw, Red Valerian and Comfrey, and the owering herbs and pansies planted in March are still blooming!
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Nature Club
Saturday the 21st of September 11.00 am to 12.00 pm
Library Club (free transport)
Friday the 27th of September 10.30 am to 12.00 pm
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Blue Hearts
Have you seen these blue hearts on verges or gardens and wondered what they are? Councils and householders mark spaces they’re managing for wildlife with blue hearts to show the spaces aren’t neglected but are places where wildlife can hopefully ourish.
What are the bene ts of a rewilded garden?
It takes less e ort than conventional gardening; all the plants are already in place ready to germinate – no wild ower mixes needed. It helps restore biodiversity with habitats including long grass, hedges and ponds. You have more birds and butter ies in your garden; creatures who feed on your garden pests will naturally move in for pest control without expensive chemicals.
Trees for Life
“If people spend thirty minutes a week in trees, doing whatever they like – walking, sitting meditating – there are noticeable bene ts.”
A report by Forest Research estimated that woodlands save the NHS £185m a year in mental health costs through fewer GP visits and prescriptions, reduced hospital visits, social service care and lost days at work. The research also calculated that street trees in towns and cities save an additional £16m a year from reduced antidepressant costs.
We have the Arboretum, the Railway Walk and, although most of our ancient woodland was already gone in Saxon times, pockets still exist locally. The Woodland Trust has an online Find a wood map to help us access them. But what about our streets?
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Trees bring added urban bene ts – as a bu er against noise and particulates pollution; providing shade in hot weather while reducing heat loss from buildings in cooler weather; and alleviating ood risk through absorbing water. This is behind our county council’s Trees for Streets project (with Woodland Trust and Trees for Cities) for a Sponsor a Tree campaign. The tree sponsorship scheme allows anyone to nominate a location for a street tree to be planted. Find out more to sponsor a street tree at: sponsor.treesforstreets.org/ provider/gloucestershire-county-council
Greening Tetbury AGM
We held our AGM on the 24th of July in Christ Church Hall. It was an occasion to thank retiring trustee, Rosemary Bailey, for her hard work, particularly in integrating our e orts with St Mary’s Church and its Eco Church ventures. We also welcomed three new trustees: Gracie Fickling, John Andrews, and Robert Muir-Wood. Among other activities, during the year to the end May 2024, Greening Tetbury held various events including Paint the Town Green in June 2023, and initiated a wild ower planting programme, partly funded by a grant from Tetbury Town Council. During the year, the charity had a surplus income over expenditure of £687, a reversal of the previous year’s de cit of £683. During the coming year, we plan to continue our wild ower planting and to encourage the development of wildlife corridors in the countryside around the town.
Date for your diary
23rd of September, Greening Tetbury Open meeting – St Michael’s Church Hall, Silver Street
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Tetbury Bowls Club
What a fabulous season Tetbury Bowls has had
so far!
Our men’s team clinched the title in Division 4 of the South Cotswold Bowls League. The ladies’ team made it to the
semi- nals in the Gloucestershire (South) section of the Top Club competition. A men’s team also reached the Stroud Section nal of the senior fours, narrowly missing a spot at the Bowls England National Finals in Leamington by just two shots. Additionally, one of our players emerged as the Gloucestershire ladies unbadged singles winner. Congratulations to everyone who competed in the county and national competitions!
A heartfelt thank you must go out to all our supporters – the greenkeepers, captains, supportive spectators, and those who provided refreshments. It was truly a club e ort!
The Aviva Bowls England National Finals were held in late August in Royal Leamington Spa. This eighteen day festival is the high point of English lawn bowling and a dream for our competitive players. Many of us split our time between playing at home, watching the live-streamed matches, or traveling to Victoria Park to support local teams.
September’s xture schedule, including our club competition nals, is available online at www.tetburybowlsclub.co.uk/ diary. There’s plenty of exciting bowls action to enjoy before our closing gala on Sunday the 22nd of September. We have the nal rounds of the juniors’ competition, other club competitions, and the last remaining friendlies, all promising great watching for spectators.
As the school term begins, we will restart our Monday after-school short mat programme for year 5 or 6 students at St Mary’s. Over four or ve sessions, participants will learn the basics of bowls – setting up the mat, delivering the bowl, understanding the rules, scoring, and measuring – and play short games. St Mary’s will notify parents with the details, and since spaces are limited, early sign-up is recommended.
During the o -season winter months, we are planning Friday evening social events to keep our members connected. If you’re interested in joining us as a social member, please get in touch via email at tetburybowls@gmail.com or complete the online membership form at www. tetburybowlsclub.co.uk/membership.
Susanne Knaus, Tetbury Bowls Club
TETBURY LADIES LUNCHEON CLUB
The lunches are held on the 4th Tuesday of each month (excluding July & August) with occasional speakers at CALCOT HOTEL & SPA, TETBURY GL8 8YJ
The Club was formed 29 years ago with the aim of making new friends
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If during the past few months you have driven through Tetbury, been shopping in the town centre, walked through St Marys’ churchyard or other locations,
enjoying all the beds and oral displays, wondering who is responsible for creating and maintaining most of it, the answer is… a very small number of committed volunteers who make up the ‘Tetbury in Bloom’ team.
We have worked extremely hard this summer to keep everything looking as good as we can, but to enable us to continue making Tetbury look one of the
best cared for and attractive small towns in the South Cotswolds, which we have done since 2005, we URGENTLY need to increase our numbers!
Ideally, we are looking for people of any age, who enjoy gardening and exercise and are prepared to regularly give a couple of hours each Tuesday and / or Thursday morning, to help us deadhead, weed, plant and carry out general gardening chores.
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If you think you can, please consider joining ‘Tetbury in Bloom’ as a regular volunteer. You would become part of a muchappreciated hardworking team, doing something very worthwhile for the town, bene tting absolutely everyone: residents, traders and visitors alike.
For further details please contact me at sue@tetburyinbloom.org.uk, or for an insight into what we do around the town, please visit our website at www. tetburyinbloom.org.uk
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The History of Limericks by
Mike Aggleton was the order of the day on the 6th of June.
The talk covered the beginnings of the Limerick format from the 12th century via Shakespeare to Irish drinking songs and Victorian comic verses. A number of famous Victorian authors experimented with the format and at the beginning of the twentieth century magazines ran competitions to nish the last line of a limerick. Around the time of the First World War the format fell in popularity with the “dirty” versions being prevalent.
Having softened up his audience, Mike asked them to complete the last line of limericks such as:- There was an old fellow of Lyme who married three wives at a time; When asked “why the third?” He replied: “One’s absurd and bigamy, Sir…….
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Denis Cartwright gave an informative and amusing talk on the American Language on the 20th of June. He explained that the comparison between the English and American written language is in uenced by class as there is no aristocratic model in the USA.
The American language is in uenced by many di erent languages because it’s population is made up of many diverse nationalities such as English, Spanish, French, Dutch, German, Yiddish etc and he gave examples of the origins of many Americanisms.
There are more Americanisms coming into the English language than the other way round largely due to the size of its army and navy with its worldwide deployment.
Our talk on thhe 4th of July was about the Cotswold Canals by Douglas Looman, one of the trustees.
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He explained the history of the two canals that run from Saul to Stroud and on to Inglesham and the restoration e orts to connect and make the canals navigable once again. His talk focussed on the western end of the canal, which is where the bulk of the current e orts lie, illustrating the volunteer led e ort from Brimscombe to Eastington and the challenges over the next few years to reinstate the canal along it’s “Missing Mile” between Eastington and Whitchurch that was lled in the 1960s and 70s during the construction of the M5. This also included recent work to pass the canal under the A38 and, in an impressive time lapse video, under the railway main line near Stonehouse.
He showed a number of striking “before and after” photos illustrating the transformation of derelict stretches into places now extensively used by the local community and providing a rich environment for wildlife.
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The Priory Hotel was the venue for our meeting on 18th July when wives and guests were invited to hear Paul Evans entertain us with a programme of Monologues, Anecdotes and Poetry.
He gave us an entertaining discourse from diverse authors and poets such as Wordsworth, Laurie Lee, Stanley Holloway, Pam Ayers, Dylan Thomas, Victoria Wood, Ronnie Barker and Flanders and Swann to name but a few.
A bu et lunch was enjoyed on a lovely sunny day with many in the garden.
Malcolm Parrish, Tetbury Probus. tetburyprobus@gmail.com
The Dolphins Recreation Centre (DRC) recently held its Annual General Meeting on the 25th of July,
and we’d like to thank those town residents who made the e ort to attend and ask questions. Chairperson Steve Scott gave a great recap of the past year, highlighting both our accomplishments and the
challenges we’ve faced, which have been many! We’re pleased to announce that ve residents—Alex Ball, Paul Jones, Jamie
Ponting, Steve Scott, and Mark Wood—will be serving as resident trustees this year. Although one volunteer who had originally stood to be the sixth and nal resident trustee has had to step back due to health reasons, we’re con dent that this team will continue to drive the centre forward and represent the interests of all of Tetbury.
We’d also like to give a huge shoutout to Warren and his amazing team of helpers for their hard work in keeping our playpark in top shape. While it’s unfortunate that some equipment has been vandalised, Warren and his crew have dedicated their time and e ort to making sure everything is safe
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and fun for the kids again. We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who contributed to this cause, including Tetbury Town Council, Malc & Liz Philby, and many generous individuals. Thanks to their support, nearly £6,000 has been raised to help return our playpark to a great condition!
On the Redevelopment Project front, as everyone has no doubt seen, progress has slowed over the last twelve months and it has been really challenging to keep the project moving. The focus right now is on nishing the plumbing and sewer work, which will soon allow us to back ll the trenches and make the car park more accessible. After that, our attention will turn to how we can pull together a plan for getting the rst phase of the project nished and ready for everyone to enjoy. The time it is taking is frustrating for everyone involved and we know we have to improve our communication on the subject, so please do keep an eye on our social media for hopefully more frequent communication moving forward.
Thank you for your continued support and involvement with the DRC. We’re looking forward to what will no doubt be another interesting year ahead!
The Dolphins Recreation Centre Team
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The group has had another great few weeks …
combining walks with some sociable lunches. We had a challenging walk around Sheepscombe and Juniper Hill (with a pub lunch at the Butchers Arms), a shorter walk near Tetbury followed by a great turnout with partners at our Annual Lunch at the Priory Inn where we were looked after very well. Later in the month due to the high heat the planned all day picnic walk Maggie and David Smith devised a shorter walk round Estcourt Park including nding a magni cent oak tree for shade/water
break. Upcoming walks in September include a at six miler near The Sodburys, a walk covering Coates-Hailey-WoodSevern Thames Canal, a hillier walk from Miserden with the opportunity for lunch at The Carpenters Arms. The nal September walk, weather permitting, will be the rearranged all day picnic walk.
Full details of all our walks and how to join us are available on our website www. tetburywalkers.co.uk we do aim for a mix of
types of walks some starting from Tetbury itself and some slightly further a eld (lift shares are easily arranged).
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Going clubbing
Whilst at South Cotswold Bridge Club we do not o er music and dance, we do hold two big social events for players.
For our Summer Party this year we held a very successful function on 4th July (I can assure you that there was no betting on which date we would choose!) at Larkhill Vineyard, Tetbury. Our parties provide an opportunity to include those non-bridgeplaying partners who are left at home, patiently awaiting their other half’s return, maybe delighted with their results or needing tea and sympathy, or maybe a glass of wine, after not such a good afternoon.
At Christmas - I know, months away, but remember how quickly it comes upon uswe have a traditional Christmas lunch. This year, we are going to the Ragged Cott.
Functions make a change from playing bridge together and a chance to socialise more extensively. Having more time to chat is not intended to provide more time for explanations or apologies between partners. For instance, having been away for a few weeks, I completely forgot my partner and I were playing Transfers and (I apologise publicly here) left him in the wrong suit. We hope the social occasions will also provide an opportunity for forgiveness.
Apart from Stayman (2 Clubs) as a response to a 1NT opening bid, some players use the system of Transfers to ensure that play is in the right suit and that the weaker hand is down on the table as dummy.
a response of 2 Hearts is the same but showing 5 Spades. Partner alerts this (tells the opposition) as ‘transfer to Hearts or Spades’ as appropriate. There are not enough points to bid on further.
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A response of 2 Diamonds says I have less than 10 points but ve Hearts. Similarly,
It is all about communication. You could, if you wished, agree between yourself and your partner a di erent response, but you must alert the opposition to this and tell them what it means.
using a convention may exchange looks of panic which is a sign of mis-communication.
If you want to avoid mis-communication, come and join our lessons, either for beginners or improvers.
For further details about South Cotswolds Bridge Club, please see our website www. southcotswoldbridgeclub.co.uk. Or email jimedwards811@gmail.com.
Whilst at South Cotswold Bridge Club we do not offer music and dance, we do hold two big social events for players.
Sometimes your ABP, average bridge player, and their partner, on
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For our Summer Party this year we held a very successful function on 4th July (I can assure you that there was no betting on which date we would choose!) at Larkhill Vineyard, Tetbury. Our parties provide an opportunity to include those non-bridge-playing partners who are left at home, patiently awaiting their other half’s return, maybe delighted
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Tetbury Men’s Sheds
At dawn on the 25th of June our workshop was hoisted into the air…
…as it started the mammoth journey of half a mile to its new home at Tetbury Goods Shed. We owe a great thankyou to Emma and her team at Eagle Plant for their invaluable help to Tetbury Men’s Shed throughout the moving process. The following week, the whole team of “Shedders” set to work laying the power cable to the workshop under the direction of R&J Pearce. Unfortunately, we were so busy we missed the traditional British summer of two hot days and a thunderstorm but
were glad of the intermittent showers that cooled us down while we were digging the trench. At the time of writing we are now a fully operational workshop and have been able to welcome new members through the door.
If you would like to come and check us out, we are open every Wednesday morning and Thursday afternoon. You do not need to book or even let us know you are coming, just turn up on Wednesdays
between 9.30 am– 12.00 pm or Thursdays between 2.00 pm – 5.00 pm. Find out more, contact us on 07955 088580. More details of our activities and where to nd us are on our Tetbury Men’s Shed website www. tetburymensshed.co.uk
Shed of the Year Awards
To mark the Tenth Year birthday celebrations of the UK Men’s Sheds Association and recognise the contribution made by Men’s Sheds across the UK, this year’s Shed of the Year Awards were hosted in the Palace of Westminster, London. The Awards were opened by Paralympic Legend Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson who spoke of the impact of Men’s Sheds and importance of wellbeing. The Baroness was followed by Maria Caul eld MP who praised the work of Men’s Sheds and their impact on adult mental health across the UK.
A group of us visited the Parliament Shed at ShedFest 2024 which was held at Worcester University campus in July. This was a great opportunity to meet members of some of the other sheds from across the UK and many of the Companies who support them. Hopefully, by this time next year, we will be taking a coach load of “shedders” to ShedFest 2025.
…and from the allotment
Despite a few early setbacks, the warm weather has allowed us to catch up and all our crops are now doing very well, indeed the runner beans are sold out within ten minutes of being picked, can’t be much fresher. It is a similar situation with the courgettes (just as well as we pick six or seven each week) while chard and carrots are also popular. Potatoes as expected are a bumper crop and produce enough
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Over the summer months we have been particularly busy with the upkeep of our open spaces, so that residents can continue to enjoy these places and particularly Preston Park. Feo ee Will Cook is responsible for this area and with the assistance of members of the Thirteen, maintenance work took place to allow the return of the cattle in July.
The Market House has also been looking particularly lovely over the summer with the return of the hanging baskets and I would like to particularly thank Tetbury Heating and Plumbing for all their assistance in putting the baskets up on the building.
Following on from recent articles, I would like to tell you a little more about Will: Willam Cook. Will became a member of the Thirteen in 1988 and a Feo ee in November 2000. His main area of responsibility for over thirty years has been Berkeley Wood, Preston Park, the Railway Line and more recently the Community Orchard. He has said ‘ the whole area is a wonderful asset to the town and I love to see so many people using it for recreation and leisure. It is also a wildlife haven with many rare species of plants, butter ies and moths, insects, small animals and amphibians.’ Will particularly loves to see children making camps and damming up the stream like he did as a child. One of Will’s main aims is to make the whole area more accessible to everyone. Finally, Will also looks after the Market House clock – Will added ‘I love Tetbury and I am so lucky to have spent all my life here.’
Dates for your Diary
Saturday the 7th of September, Heritage Weekend and Saturday the 14th of September, The Annual Beating of the Bounds. If you think we may be able to help you or if you are a member of a group who could be helped with a grant, please visit our website, www.thefeo eesoftetbury.co.uk –where you can also nd out more about the work we do in our town. Finally, if you would like to volunteer to help us, please get in touch or speak to one of our members.
Lance Vick, Chairman
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Past Lives (Cert 12A)
This Academy Award -nominated film follows two childhood friends, Nora and Hae Sung, over the course of 24 years as they try to maintain their long-distance relationship
My Sailor, My Love (Cert 12A)
A heart-warming drama about timeless love and forgiveness. A retired sea captain and his daughter must reassess their strained relationship after he begins a new romance with a widowed housekeeper.
Rose (Cert 12A)
The story of two sisters, Inger and Ellen, and how their relationship is challenged on a highly anticipated coach trip to Paris. A sensitive exploration of mental illness.
Vindication Swim (Cert PG)
The inspirational story of Mercedes Gleitze, the first British woman to swim the English Channel , her battle against the elements and the oppressive society of 1920s England.
Ama Gloria (Cert 12A)
Six-year -old Cléo loves her nanny Gloria. When Gloria has to return to Cape Verde to care for her own children, the two must make the most of their last summer together.
The Blue Caftan (Cert 12A)
An exquisitely crafted love story, centring on skilled tailor Halim and his bitter-sweet love for his craft, his ailing wife Mina, and his forbidden love.
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Scrapper (Cert 12A)
The tale of 12 year-old Georgie, who is resourcefully looking after herself when her absent father unexpectedly turns up and forces her to confront reality.
Driving Madeleine (Cert 15)
When Charles, a taxi driver, turns up to take Madeleine to a nursing home, they embark on a ride around Paris which charts the story of her life and changes his outlook for ever.
Film (TBC) & AGM
The last film of the season . Brief AGM before the film
All screenings are on Wednesdays at Dolphins Hall. Doors open at 7pm and the film starts at 7:30 pm. Membership is £27 per person, including free entry to all films except the charity fundraiser**. Alternatively, pay £6 on the night. For an application form and more details go to our website: www.tetburyfilm.org.uk
Tetbury Film Society begins its 2024/25 season on Wednesday the 18th of September at 7.30 pm…
… in the Dolphins Hall. Doors open at 7.00 pm. (Note for one month only this is the third Wednesday of the month and not the second as is our normal practice.)
Committee members have watched many dozens of lms in recent months to select what we think are the best recently released lms. Including the romantic drama ‘Past Lives’ and ‘Ama Gloria’, the French feature and opening lm of Cannes Critics’ Week 2023, and so much more. We hope there is something for everyone. For our full programme, do look out for our advertisement in this month’s Advertiser.
‘Past Lives’ (Cert. 12A) is the tender debut lm from Korean-Canadian writer-director Celine Song. This Academy Award-nominated lm follows Nora and Hae Sung, as they try to maintain their long-distance friendship whilst living very di erent lives. It is inspired by real events from Celine’s life. Popular with the critics, it won Best Film Award from the National Society of Film Critics and was named one of the top ten lms of 2023 by the National Board of Review and the American Film Institute. It should get our new season o to a good start.
If you are not already a member you can join now. For full details and an application form visit our website www.tetbury lm.org. uk; call our membership secretary Patricia on 01666 502085; or come early to the rst night to complete the paperwork ahead of the lm. Alternatively, you are very welcome to attend as an occasional guest at the competitive price of £6 per lm.
Our next lm is on Wednesday the 9th of October, same time.
We look forward to seeing you soon.
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Summer in the museum has been very busy!
We have had a lot of fun meeting people from around the world including New Zealand, The USA, Vancouver, the Netherlands, Ukraine, Spain, Belgium, India and so many more. The volunteers are really being challenged with questions and are having fun ngerprinting and handcu ng visitors. We have had many lovely reviews and comments in the visitor book about how great the volunteers are and what an enjoyable experience the visit has been.
There have been many activities in the museum for families including the Grimwood Museum Adventure, colouring games, and more. Since D-Day we have had a display on some of the extra duties of police during the war plus we have a WWII rst aid kit on display.
Mannequins have moved around and there are many hats and helmets to try on.
Behind the scenes a couple wonderful volunteers are looking at the earliest history of the police in Tetbury. So watch this space!
We have been able to open a couple Saturdays and the Bank Holiday Monday in August which has been really successful.
We plan to be open for Heritage Open Day on the 7th of September this year from 11am to 3.00 pm.
We also have an exciting event coming up on Friday the 13th of September. The theatre group Don’t Go Into the Cellar will be in the courtroom with their play Truly Jack the Ripper. Tickets are available on Eventbrite. Check our website for more details. Www.tetburypolicemuseum.org.uk
As ever please get in touch if you have any questions or would like to learn more about volunteering. museum@tetbury.gov.uk Tetbury Police Museum Team
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Sometimes we wonder if things in the world can get any worse,
of course there are always both bad and good things happening, but right now there is so much war, division and misery going on it’s hard not to feel hopeless about the future. What can we do either as individuals or even groups of like-minded people? It’s all too big for us to be e ective.
These words were written by The Young Adults of the Gloucestershire Area Quaker Meeting:
Hope is not optimism. It is the energy in which we stand, in which we travel forward. Hope erupts in places we think we can’t change; it breaks through into life disrupted and threatened…Hope is the patient forging of an alternative story in the situation we nd ourselves.
I think those are powerful and hope- lled words from our young people. Throughout history, there have been people who hope for better things and understand that actually hope is an active word – if we want change, we have to hope things can improve and, in that hope, actually work to make things better. Working for organisations that change things for the better, protesting for change and against injustice, war and division are possible – but they often seem like things other people can do, not us. If we still want hope to change things it is possible to do it where we live among our friends, families and those we meet every day – we can choose to be the hope lled ones who do good and challenge wrong – each of us can make a small di erence to increasing hope, we can ‘forge an alternative story in the situation we nd ourselves.’
In these troubled times once again, I pray with St. Paul as he wrote to the Christians in Rome ‘ May the God of hope ll you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may over ow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.’
Yours in love and always in hope, Wendy, Methodist Minister for Christ Church Tetbury
We like to keep active if possible, so we enjoy a toddle along the railway line, just an excuse for co ee and lunch at the Whistle Stop Cafe really. Although we meet in Tetbury we have members from Malmesbury and the surrounding villages, so we are included in Wiltshire North’s activities if we choose – the best of both worlds. They have an annual competition and this year it involved a treasure trail round Royal Wootton Bassett, with an escape room in October and a quiz in November still to come. The weather was not kind to us in RWB, so the refreshments before and after were especially welcome. It was the same for our summer picnic in a member’s garden, but many of us have experienced wet Guide camps, so we can cope!
As I write, we are looking forward to a visit to the BAE museum where we’re having a tour and lunch out. Transport is being provided from Tetbury and it should be an interesting day. In September we’ll plan our programme for next year, which gives our members a chance to say what they would like to do and to catch up with each other’s news, and we’re o to the theatre in October, to Cirencester. We’ll be doing Christmas crafts in November and enjoying a Christmas meal out in December.
As you can see, we have a varied programme and you are assured of a warm welcome if you care to join us. You do not need to have been a member of the Guide Movement previously, but just agree to its principles. We usually meet on the third Monday of the month in St. Mary’s School, except when we’re out and about, and transport can be arranged for those without a car. Contact our chair, Liz Fleming on ingleburn@wntrefoil.org.uk or 07773 190776 if you would like to try us out. We’re going to be at the Tetbury Expo in the Dolphin Hall on the 14th of September, so do pop over and say hello.
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HOTS July and August meetings were outside visits.
In July we visited Cirencester’s Parish church, the largest parish church in Gloucestershire. We were regaled with the history of the di erent chapels, all of di erent ages. Trinity Chapel was paid for by Weavers’ Guilds, celebrating the Cotswold Lion, the Lady Chapel, built c1250 has a wooden ceiling and contains the memorial to Humfry Bridges and his wife, accompanied by six kneeling daughters, three (dead) babies and two sons and also Thomas Master, a rakish contrast to the piety of the Bridges.
St Nicholas and St Catherine Chapel has fan vaulting, although not original. A painted section shows the arms of Henry VII.
We were shown The Anne Boleyn cup, safely displayed behind bullet -proof glass. Given to the church after the beheading of Anne, by Dr Masters, a physician to Anne’s daughter, Elizabeth.
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There is lots of wall painting that has been uncovered in the past.
In August, as usual, we stayed in Tetbury were we visited the buildings occupied/ used by 654th Battalion when they came to the town in 1943/4.
Tetbury was surprised when two companies from 654th Battalion of the American army arrived overnight in December 1943 and equally surprised when they departed overnight on the 30th of June 1944. A Company was based at Chavenage and B Company in Tetbury. Various properties in the town were requisitioned for accommodation, o ces, mess rooms, kitchens and stores. The Americans made their presence known in town continuing their training and enjoying every recreational facility available.
The troops were very visible, but behind them was something top secret. Men of A Company at Chavenage were making maps from photographs of the Normandy coast. Seven men from B Company were making a model of a Normandy beach in the Malt House. They were under constant guard while they built a scale model of Omaha Beach and the land immediately behind it, an area six miles long and ve miles deep. It was a 3D model with a horizontal scale of 1:2500 and vertical scale of 1:68. All evidence of any photo-mapping and the model disappeared overnight with the troops on the 30th of June.
Next month’s talk will be held on the 5th of September at 7.30 pm in Christ Church. Our speak Simon Draper will be talking on - Making a Living on The Severn. If anyone would like to join HOTS, please visit our website: www.tetburyhistory.com or telephone Jane Haines 01666 504196.
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The South Porch, not actually attached to the church, was originally used
The site of the dartboard in The Market House!
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Avening WI has a break during August but with the number of activities we have undertaken recently it feels as busy as ever.
At the end of June a group of WI members had a visit to the Cotswold Sculpture Park. On a beautiful sunny day it was lovely to wander around the leafy glades viewing the sculptures. We were particularly taken with the little bird sculptures made entirely of forks and spoons.
Another group of members is tackling the Cotswold Way in seven to eight mile sections. The most recent section was from Uleybury to near Wotton under Edge. A very tough walk including Cam Long Down and Stinchcombe Common.
A visit to Doynton House gardens on a very hot day was a delight. The natural swimming pool was extremely tempting and a few toes tried the cool water.
Recently we had our summer social as guests of the Nailsworth Mills Bowls Club. A number of us had a taster session of bowls which was great fun. On a very wet day the sun shone on us brie y for the bowls which was followed by a lovely afternoon tea. On this occasion we invited a number of past members who have moved away. It was very good to catch up with them.
We are looking forward to taking part in the nal of the WI County Quiz in early September, but our very good run in the County Skittles competition has ended when we lost in the quarter nals to the Making Baking and Shaking WI from Bishops Cleeve. Our September speaker’s talk is entitled
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10.30 am at the Goods Shed, and will be provided by Roger Browne. We will revisit American culture with another musical treat:
“The Great American Songbook” and it’s political, musical, and cultural roots. Cotton Fields, Places of Worship, Low Down Dives, Minstrel Shows, Ragtime, Blues, Vaudeville, Operetta, Music Hall and Tin Pan Alley. The fascinating lives and the memorable music and lyrics of: Jerome Kern, Irving Berlin, George and Ira Gershwin, Richard Rodgers, Cole Porter, Lorenz Hart, Oscar Hammerstein, Harry Warren and many others. New members are always welcome to join us.
Earlier this month, the Committee held a
lunch at the Tetbury Bowls Club to thank our Group Leaders and those who support them. This was in recognition of the crucial role that they have, organising our activities, all on a voluntary basis.
After refreshments on arrival, we enjoyed a ‘taster’ session on how to play bowls, kindly provided by members of the Bowls Club. Luckily, it stayed dry for the bowls, after a drizzly morning. We then tucked into a ploughman’s lunch with tasty salads, followed by delicious strawberry tarts, all provided by members of the committee.
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Our u3a groups have been busy, with a wide variety of activities taking place. The Art group is now in its third year and we are still a relatively small group who share together in making art and helping one another in our creativity.
if anyone would like to join us you would be welcome. Artists, budding artists or beginners are welcome whether using watercolours, oils, acrylics, pen and ink, pencil, or charcoal. We have no speci c tuition, only what current members are able to o er.
The History Group enjoyed a colourful presentation on Home Life in the 1950s. In October 1951 the British People were “Set Free” from wartime restrictions and a period of prosperity started that changed the way we live. At their latest meeting, the History Group explored how life was transformed with labour saving devices, bright new furnishings, exciting opportunities for travel and maybe a new role for women as well as a new look.
If you would be interested in joining the u3a, take a look at our website www. tetburyu3a.org.uk to nd out more, including our monthly newsletter www. tetburyu3a.org.uk/newsletters and details of how to join, or come and meet us at the Tetbury Expo at the Dolphins Hall on the 14th of September.
Tetbury and District u3a Team
As lawyers we are frequently encountering taxation.
During the conveyancing process on the purchase of houses we have to advise on stamp duty liability and capital gains tax. On wills and probate, we have to know about inheritance tax which has to be paid before a grant of probate can be obtained to deal with the deceased’s assets. A change of government can change the burden of taxation.
Many years ago, I studied history and took taxation exams to cover my legal studies. It is interesting to some who introduced various taxes. William Pitt the younger a Tory brought in Income Tax to nance the Napoleonic wars. It was dumped before Gladstone a liberal Chancellor brought it back. Later on, a Liberal Government brought in Death Duties. Harold Wilson’s labour government brought in Capital Gains Tax in 1965 and VAT came in when we joined the European Community. Stamp Duty was what the American war of Independence was all about two hundred and fty years ago and is still with us. The Labour government of Tony Blair did not have to change much at the turn of the century because the Exchequer’s resources were not as depleted as now. However, in 2016, the Chancellor George Osborn increased stamp duty dramatically on second homes with e ect from April 2016 which put a huge strain on many including my practice because there was a deadline that had to be met for completing one’s sales.
We have a new government now for the rst time since 2010 and the Chancellor has to raise funds. Inheritance tax is payable if you leave assets over £325,000 at a rate of 40% on the excess over £325,000 if you are a single person, but if you are married with children, you do not start paying until your
estate exceeds £1,000,000 if you are married and have descendants and their spouses. This seems to me to be unjust. I know plenty of couples who have been together for more than twenty years who choose not to get married. I would press for everyone to have a tax fee allowance of £500,000. A Socialist chancellor might want to increase the rate in tranches so that the very rich would pay at rate of 50% or more whereas a Conservative opposition might want to bring the rates down or abolish the tax although one
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I’ve always been captivated by the unique beauty of the towns and villages I’ve lived in.
Tetbury, with its rich history, charming architecture, and vibrant activity, is a photographer’s paradise. There’s always something new to discover, so grab your camera and start exploring.
The picturesque buildings, inviting shops, and friendly locals always make for a delightful photo. It’s a wonderful feeling to capture and share the beauty of our town, to support local businesses, and to indulge in the art of photography.
I’ll start by talking about photographing the most iconic place that Tetbury is known forthe central hub where trade has been going on for hundreds of years - The Market Hall.
To get a nice clear shot of the Market Hall - I’d suggest standing further back than you’d naturally be inclined to do. If you stand too close, and your lens is very wide (to get the whole building in), you end up with lens distortion, and the building will
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I always think of a dog that comes right up to the camera to have a sni ...his nose will appear enormous compared to the rest of his body. This is because a wide-angle lens was used - everything closer to the camera seems a lot larger, and things diminish quite dramatically as you look into the middle and background.
To avoid the ‘dog nose’ e ect - I’d use a 35mm or a 50mm lens to capture the Market Hall and stand further back. As you step back and use a longer lens, the building’s proportions look more realistic and pleasing. Also, bear in mind the height of your camera - you can be pretty creative with viewpoints. Consider getting right down and letting the road in the foreground be an interesting leading line for the eye to follow up to the subject. Or, perhaps, go as high as you can - if you know someone who’d let you photograph
the Market Hall from their upstairs window, experiment with that one evening. The best way to get a beautiful shot of a building is to revisit it at di erent times of the day and in other seasons.
I love doing long exposures to capture movement around Tetbury’s beautiful central hub. Night photography and tra c trails are other loves of mine. Set up a tripod and take some long exposures - I usually keep my shutter to around 30 seconds - which is more than enough time to get some light trails. Lastly - the Market is another opportunity to capture local vendors interacting with their customers, so don’t be shy - just ask if you can take some photos and enjoy the chatting and interaction you’ll have with people there! I hope I’ve inspired you to take more pictures of our beautiful town.
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