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Local dentist Peter James has pointed out to us that recycling is nothing new in Tewkesbury.

Peter’s Cross House Dental practice is located in the half timbered building by Tewkesbury Cross, which is also home to Abbey Jewellers and the Get Connected mobile phone shop.

Both these businesses have modern-looking shopfronts which were True or false? The windows that walked installed when Cross House was renovated in the 1930s.

Peter tells us that a former Conservation Officer informed him that the old street-level timber frame windows were removed and installed at the old Bull

Inn, which is now part of Wetherspoon’s Royal Hop Pole Hotel in Church Street.

Our photographs do seem to indicate a match but if any of our readers have information to back up the story, we’d love to hear from them.

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Pictured above are Olympic Gold medalist Katherine Grainger, CBE, with Alderman Knight School’s head teacher Clare Steel.

Katherine officially opened the school last month after a major building project.

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Members of local business groups recently met with representatives from Tewkesbury Town Council to highlight concerns about the future of the town’s Christmas lights display and the Festival of Lights event.

Historically both the lights and the popular family event have been funded and managed by volunteers from Tewkesbury Chamber of Commerce with support from the Rotary Club, Federation of Small Businesses and a few local businesses.

In 2012 due to a shortage of Chamber volunteers, the Discover Tewkesbury Retailer Group ran the Christmas Festival of Lights event, and the Chamber provided the Christmas lights display.

For over fifteen years the lights have been switched on at the Christmas Festival of Lights held on the last Sunday in November.

From 2013 this event will be subject to new measures and procedures imposed by the Tewkesbury Safety Advisory Group which includes Gloucestershire Highways and the Emergency Services.

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new measures, the increased responsibility being placed on individuals and a shortage of volunteers to help organise and run the event.

The future of the Christmas Lights is also at risk due to lack of funds, and available funding options.

For the last fifteen years local businesses owners and volunteers from the Chamber have raised enough funds to cover the annual cost of the Christmas lights which is in the region of £10,000.

Acting Chair of the Chamber, David Bloxham, commented “Most local residents and businesses think that it’s a public body such as the Town or

Borough Council who organise and pay for the town’s Christmas lights, which is not the reality.

“If Tewkesbury wants Christmas lights this year more people and local businesses are going to have make a financial contribution or

offer services in kind.

“If sufficient funds can be raised by the beginning of November, the Chamber will make every effort to ensure the Christmas lights are switched on” If you would like to make a donation send a cheque made payable to “Tewkesbury Chamber” to the treasurer, Sarah Costello Byrne of Nicklins, 1a Church Street, Tewkesbury.

Payment may also be made by BACS.

It is important to attend a dentist on a regular basis in order to avoid potential dental problems. Haven’t been to a dentist in a while? A little apprehensive maybe? Just come in and talk to us, we’ll happily answer any queries you may have.

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Pictured above are volunteer Marion Badham, Rev Stephen Walker from Holy Trinity Church, Kate Calladene and Helen Robinson from SVHS

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To celebrate reaching one hundred ‘likes’ on the social media platform, Facebook, and becoming a partner of Tewkesbury Foodbank within the same week, Severn Vale Housing Society have generously donated 100 food items to Tewkesbury Foodbank.

“It’s been great to see our customers liking our page, and even posting their own photos from events within the region,” explained Kate Calladene, Community Manager at Severn Vale Housing.

“As we hit our century of likes within the same week as we became a Foodbank partner, we thought it would be a great way celebrate together.”

Severn Vale Housing Society has helped to restock supplies at the Foodbank to help families and individuals in crisis.

The Foodbank can now offer provisions for those with young children with items such as baby food and wipes as well as essential non food items such as shampoo and soap thanks to the support of the Severn Vale Housing Society.

The Foodbank which is based at Holy Trinity Church is now open two days a week on Tuesday and Friday mornings.

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THAT’S A METEOR, RIGHT? Was it a bird? Was it a ‘plane? No - apparently it was a meteor, flashing across the skies above Tewkesbury on Wednesday 8th May.

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Joanna Dale was returning home from an evening out at Theoc House at around 9.45pm, when her son Charlie spotted the phenomenon.

“It was quite large and glowing green as it sped across the sky,” said Joanna. “I wonder if any other Tewkesbury Direct readers saw it?”

According to the social media network Twitter, thousands of people reported seeing the ‘fireball’ heading in a northerly direction.

A high proportion of the sightings came from Cornwall, Hampshire, Lancashire, South Wales and Worcester-=shire.

“Some experts have said that the meteor could have formed from debris from Halley’s

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Comet,” said Joanna.

Meteor sightings do occur several times each year on a worldwide scale.

The science website EarthSky.org says that the Eta Aquarid meteor shower does stem from Halley’s Comet - as it is debris left behind in the comet’s orbit. Yet there is no conclusive proof that the Tewkesbury fireball emanated from that particular source. It could

have been ‘space junk,’ or simply a rock from outer space, vaporising as it entered the Earth’s atmosphere.

Halley’s Comet is steeped in legend and is believed to have appeared during the Battle of Hastings in 1066. The comet is visible from Earth about every 75 years. It last appeared in 1986, but is not due to be seen again until 2061.

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Local lady Rose Moss said she was ‘over the moon’ after winning tickets to Lakefest this August.

The competition asked entrants to name the Ocean Colour Scene song Chris Evans which used to introduce his guests on his 90’s TV show, TFI Friday.

Rose’s winning entry was drawn at Lakeside Café Bar, Bredon’s Hardwick last month.

Britpop legends Ocean Colour Scene headline the festival this year, which is at Croft Farm Fri 9th Sun 11th August. Also on the line-up are The Levellers, Duke Special, Chas n’ Dave, The Roving Crows and The Beat.

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Gardens open in aid of Air Ambulance Service

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Three of the most prestigious gardens in Kemerton, near Tewkesbury, will open to the public this month in aid of the Midlands Air Ambulance Service.

On Sunday 16th June The Priory, Upper Court and Kemerton Court will invite members of the public through their garden gates to support this worthy cause.

The Midlands Air Ambulance Service is the only Charity responsible for funding and operating three special helicopters which serve the Three Counties and West Midlands.

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GET SOCIABLE IN BECKFORD Beckford Social Club has two events coming up this month.

On Saturday 8th June there’s live music from ‘Reloaded’, who will be performing hits from the sixties and seventies. Tickets are £5 for members and £6 for non members for an 8.15pm start.

The following week, Saturday 15th, there will be a Bingo evening. Filled rolls will be available on both nights for just £1.00. For more information about the events please visit the website www.beckfordsocial.org

will be available and Kemerton Gardening Club will be offering a wide selection of quality plants for sale.

Kemerton Court features a fabulous walled garden where fruit trees, vegetables, ornamental trees, shrubs and flowers flourish in perfect harmony.

Upper Court is in a beautiful position, also at the lower end of the village, and has stunning views to a large ornamental lake. You will also find some hidden gems of ‘garden rooms’ nestled within its large grounds.

Kemerton’s Crown Inn will also be open for Father’s Day lunches.

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Reader Derek Round, of Tewkesbury, kindly sent in these photographs from his archive collection.

They are of a street scene in the village of Alderton. Above is a photograph taken in March 1910: below is the same view taken in February this year.

The old postcard is postmarked ‘Alderton, Tewkesbury, 4.45pm, MR 11 10, and was sent to Ada Doe - who lived in Ealing, West London - from a local resident called Bertha. She describes the village rectory as being ‘the other side of the church’ and records that she recently received ‘a lovely album’ for her birthday.

“Where the four hayricks are part of the site today is the Alderton Stores and house, says Derek.

“The church in the background is St. Margaret’s Parish Church.

“I like to think that the five children in this picture are saying to the cameraman ” keep out this is our village, what’s the password?”

Thank you, Derek, for this most interesting contribution. Editor.

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It was a time for those who love to dress up, it was a time for those who love to remember the past.

The 1940’s weekend on the Gloucestershire Warwickshire railway was a success as wartime reinaction groups, enthusiasts and an enthralled audience enjoyed this unique event.

Our pictorial is a taster of those characters who played their part in reviving old memories.

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䡵 Looking for pots, pans and railings for the war effort. Local metal recycler Harry Buckland

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䡵 Defending the Realm, The Home Guard

䡵 A G.I. being told he was overpaid, oversexed and over here

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WET WIPES & BLOCKED PIPES We asked drain expert, Brad Maber, for some advice on drainage and this month Brad talks about toilet wipes.

One of the most common causes of blockages in the industry today is from toilet wipes. We see adverts on the T.V. where wipes are used to clean the toilet and bathroom and can be flushed down the toilet.

Unfortunately this is not the case. Wipes can very 䥾 Brad Maber easily become stuck in drainage lines. This could be due to the drainage run having a defect such as roots or a displaced joint. The wipes do not break down when flushed and even after travelling through miles of drainage system they still turn up whole at the sewage treatment plants. They can become wrapped up when flushed in large quantities and cause major blockages. We would advise not flushing any type of wipe or any products that do not break up when flushed. If you are on a septic tank system that leads to a soakaway, wipes can clog up your soakaway and cause it to become defective. They can also get wrapped up in pumping chambers causing the pumps to burn out. 䥾 Wet wipes found when Need to speak to Brad? Ring unblocking a foul drain

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OPEN MIC NIGHT FOR TALENTED LOCALS Play an instrument or sing? Then share your skills with others at the new Open Mic Nights on Thursdays at the Anchor Inn, High Street, starting the 6th June.

Run by impresario, Ricky Gill, the sessions are totally free and start at 7.30pm.

If you have backing tracks you want to use then bring along your MP3 player or iPod, as the PA system will play them for you. Interested? Come along and check out Open Mic Nights at the Anchor page on Facebook.

If your voice or playing is not up to public scrutiny, then perhaps you could give your brain a treat and get a team together for the new quiz nights that also take place at the Anchor on Wednesday evenings at 7.30 pm,"They are a bit of fun and a chance for people to get together, there are cash prizes too and all are welcome" says Landlord Robbie Jackson.

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CRASH COURSE FOR MARITIME VOLUNTEERS Tewkesbury based Severn Unit Maritime Volunteer Service took part in Exercise Selfridge at the Cotswold Water Park last month.

Head of Unit Nic Price said “The exercise was run by Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service and we joined more than 400 emergency workers, hovercrafts and a SeaKing helicopter for the day.

“The scenario was

that there had been a mid-air collision and our unit was involved in combing the area by land and water searching for survivors and wreckage.

“It was all very lifelike as even part of a wrecked helicopter cabin

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“Much was learned from the exercise and we gained valuable experience of how to help in a large scale incident whilst working alongside other rescue services.

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PUTTING THEIR HEART AND SOUL INTO IT A Tewkesbury-based choir is set to make a contribution to the town’s new foodbank with a special concert this month.

Under its Musical Director Hilary Davies, the Heart & Soul Community Choir will be performing an eclectic mix of World Music from Africa to Slovakia in wonderful unaccompanied harmony.

The concert has an added twist as it is called 'Ticket and Tin.' The Audience are asked to bring a tin, packet or small parcel of food with them to help boost the stocks of the recently opened food bank.

The concert will take place on Saturday June 15th, in Tewkesbury Methodist Church, at 7pm. Admission is £5 plus a tin.

There will be light refreshments and a grand raffle with prizes donated by local shops and businesses. The top cash prize of £50 has been donated by Cotteswold Dairy.

The Heart & Soul Community Choir was formed at The Roses Theatre following workshops there, and was originally called 'The Rosebuds.'

The choir was later renamed and moved to the Methodist Church.

The choir regularly has over 70 singers at rehearsals, which take place at The Methodist Church, The Cross,

JUDE SAYS THANK YOU Jude Dayne from Overbury recently completed her 50 mile run in aid of the Saint Richard’s Hospice, and has raised over £2,100 to date.

Jude has asked us to thank everyone who sponsored her for their generous support.

She completed the course in 11hrs 28mins. Well done!

Tewkesbury every Wednesday morning 10am-mid-day. The Choir perform quite regularly in and around Tewkesbury and Gloucester.

Tickets for the concert are available from the Tewkesbury Information Centre, or by ringing Maggie on 01684

275641 or Dave on 01452 381642 and for more information.

As an added bonus to the money raised on the night, member Dave, who is at present on a sponsored slim and will be 'weighing out' at the concert.

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Anyone for Tennis?

Twyning Tennis Club is a small friendly club sited on the Trac (Twyning recreation and amenities complex) site in the centre of the village, which is currently encouraging new members to join them on the court.

It is a private club, with an annual age related membership fee. The club boasts two tennis courts and has access to a third court which is also open to Trac members.

The club meets socially on a Tuesday and Thursday evening from 6-8/9pm, and on Sunday mornings from 10-12noon.

Members can make use of the courts at any other time provided the courts are not being used for matches. There are floodlights for winter play on the two courts.

There is coaching with an experienced coach, on a Wednesday and Friday morning for adults of all abilities, this is also available for children after school on a Monday.

Last year the club entered two ladies teams in the Gloucestershire league and enjoyed considerable success. This year there are three teams entering the ladies league.

The Club also enters mixed doubles team in the Gloucestershire win-

Awards night at Twyning Tennis Club ter league.

There is a wide social calendar, and members enjoy barbecues, skittles, quizzes and annual club tournaments.

Twyning Tennis Club’s policy is to encourage juniors to play a full part, both in having a voice in the club and improving their skills.

The club always have a ballot for Wimbledon tickets and members can take part as long as they also sign up to be a member of British Tennis. For more details about membership call Hilary Davies, secretary, on 01684 299350 or Peter Gold, vice chairman 01684 292586.

THEFTS FROM VEHICLES IN THE TWYNING AREA Local butcher Lee Halford has asked us to inform readers about a spate of thefts from vehicles in the Twyning area.

A number of catalytic converters, including Lee’s, were stolen from vehicles overnight last month.

Many of these were taken from cars parked on owners’ driveways.

Motorists whose cars have a high ground clearances should be particularly vigilant and, if possible, garage their vehicles especially at night.

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‘ELMBURY’S OWN FIELD’ - THE HAM ‘Every man, woman and child in Elmbury* had the right to walk and play in the field, which gave them a good possessive feeling about it. It was always “our Ham.” These are the words of the naturalist and author, in his book ‘Portrait of Elmbury.’ Elmbury was his name for Tewkesbury.

As part of the British Ecological Society Centenary, the John Moore Museum in Tewkesbury is providing a series of events, including exhibitions, walks, talks and education workshops focused on the Severn Ham. Most of the events are free.

At the Old Baptist Chapel on Saturday 15th June (7pm-8.30pm) there will be a fascinating talk on the Severn Ham, an area of local natural beauty and of historic importance.

Local speakers, Alan Purkiss, John Badham, Steve Goodchild and Simon Lawton will each be giving a short talk on the different aspects of the Severn Ham, from its origins and ownership, flora, fauna, trade and pastimes right up to the modern day and its current stewardship.

A new exhibition on the flora and fauna of the Severn Ham in Tewkesbury will be opening at the John Moore Museum on Saturday 15th June.

Visitors can find out all about this fascinating local habitat and the many species which dwell there. The exhibition runs until the end of October. Normal admission charges apply.

On Saturday 29th June, local nature

The Severn Ham experts will lead a short guided walk of the Severn Ham. It will leave the museum in Church Street at 2pm and finish around 3.30pm. The organisers regret that the walk is unsuitable for wheelchair users and those with mobility issues.

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New Town Mayor looks forward to helping the local community Councillors Christine Danter and Julie Greening celebrated after the Mayor Making service at the Watson Hall last month, writes Shelby Powell.

New Town Mayor Christine and her deputy Julie are looking forward to working closely together over the next twelve months, to help the community in which they live.

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On Sunday 2nd June, Tewkesbury's Town Crier Mike Keen Price will be climbing the tower of Tewkesbury Abbey to make a royal proclamation on behalf of the residents of Tewkesbury.

It will mark the 60th anniversary of the Coronation of the Queen.

Mike believes this tradition is unique to Tewkesbury and we may be the only town in the

country to honour important royal events in this unique way.

“I will be colouring my beard especially for the occasion with red, white and blue dye,” said Mike.

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The exhibition, over the bank holiday weekend was a joint venture between the Abbey and the Medieval Festival.

Youngsters were delighted to get hands on with, swords breastplates and helmets of all kinds.

Older visitors admired The Deerhurst Hilt -the hilt of a sword of the period of the Battle of Tewkesbury, found at Deerhurst, a cannon stone or early cannon

ball, found in a garden in Battle Road, and other artefacts.

Re-enactment group Histeria, who portray the camp of King Edward IV at Tewkesbury Medieval Festival, set up delightful court in the choir, and throughout the weekend the King held knighting ceremonies for members of his household.

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Bookings/ferry times (01684) 293224 11 Barton Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5PP 01684 295900

Ferry subject tp weather conditions and river levels. By road from Tewkesbury take the A438 to Ledbury and turn off to Forthampton. At Forthampton duck pond turn left and follow the road to the end to find the Lower Lode Inn

Great deals and great meals at the Royal Hop Pole Hotel in Tewkesbury Fresh New Menu Now available all day 7.00am until 10.00pm

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Stay in this historic coaching in the very heart of medieval Tewkesbury - all rooms are en suite with plasma TV, tea/coffee etc. Visit our website jdwetherspoon.co.uk/home/hotels/the-royal-hop-pole

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CLEEVE STREET FAIR The Bishop’s Cleeve Street Fair will be held on Sunday 9th June 2013.

The Chamber of Commerce and Street Fair Committee wish to say “Thank You” to the people, businesses and organisations that have helped this year.

The day will begin with local artist PJ Crook, officially opening the proceedings and also

providing a number of her pictures in an exhibition, which will be held in the Tithe Barn.

As in previous years there will be a number of locations around the centre of the village and thanks to Bovis we will be holding our Dog Show on the green area behind Lidl.

A number of old favourites are returning plus a few new attractions.

Stalls, Entertainment, Music, Food, Fun-fair rides, Displays, Italian Market, Fun Dog Show, Vehicle Displays, Teddy Bear Parachute Jumping, Art Exhibition and this year A Spitfire Fly Past (Weather permitting) Programmes on sale in local shops, it includes a raffle ticket. Our Prize Draw has lots of prizes donated by businesses

and individuals of Bishop’s Cleeve.

Our event is free to enter, however we are supporting a number of charities so a donation would be most appreciated. Buy a programme and perhaps an extra raffle ticket or pop a coin or two, into one of our containers.

Home grown seasonal bedding plants & beautiful hanging baskets All you need for beautiful borders or for growing your own fruit & vegetables Well stocked outdoor area with quality plants, stoneware, decorative gravels & specialist composts

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Chairman of Bishop’s Cleeve Chamber of Commerce, David Billingham welcomes you to the village to enjoy this years Street Fair.

“I hope that Readers of Tewkesbury Direct, bring friends and families to enjoy the fun activities and numerous stalls all put on for their enjoyment.

Bishop’s Cleeve has much to offer shoppers, and our businesses and retailers have worked hard to bring you a great Summer treat, we hope to see you there.”

CLEEVE SUPPLIES CLEEVE DIY CENTRE • Ironmongery • Plumbing & Electrical • Household & Kitchenware Garden & Seed Supplies • Timber & Boards • Paraffin Stockist NEW Excalibur Replacement Kitchen Doors

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Amazing choice of home grown bedding plants & beautiful hanging baskets Well stocked shop for your gardening needs Outdoor area stocked with quality plants, specialist composts, decorative gravels & containers

WE WILL COLLECT AND DELIVER YOUR PRESCRIPTION FREE OF CHARGE Just bring your prescription to our branch and we will have it ready for collection or delivery to your home within two working days!

We also make and deliver dosette trays

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Badhams Pharmacy 105 Queens Road, Priors Park, Tewkesbury

Find us near to the Prescott Hill Climb

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LOOKING FOR THE UNDERWORLD Local amateur metal detectorist, Stuart Borley, has years of experience in searching for the past.

Stuart was a salvage diver in the USA and was involved with raising treasure from the Spanish Galleon Atocha which sank in 1622.

Stuart is now seeking permission from land owners who may have a garden, woodland or farmland to search for artifacts from the past.

“There is a right and proper way to metal detect on other peoples land” says Stuart, “I use a pre-written agreement used by metal detecting groups, I share any value from finds on a 50/50 basis with the landowner, I am fully insured and my back-

ground in landscaping means that disturbed ground is restored. Also complete confidentiality is assured.”

Stuart can put together a picture of the past from the finds he makes for those who are curious about the historical activities that have taken place on their land.

If you want to find out more about where live, give Stuart an email on info@bredonhilllandscaping.co.uk or call 07894 432901.

Tewkesbury Direct has also asked Stuart to provide a “Find of the month” which we will publish with a history and if the object is a mystery then we will ask readers for their view.

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䡵 Stuart Borley prepares for another search

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HOME FURNISHINGS You can buy 3 piece suites, tables, chairs, chest of drawers and wardrobes far cheaper than many charity shops!

Pop in anytime to see what we have in stock.

GENERAL SALE THURS 6th June starts 10.30am Viewing 5th June 10am - 7pm THURS 27th June starts 10.30am Viewing 26th June 10am - 7pm Also inviting entries for our toys & collectables sales on July 12th.

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NEW SUE RYDER CHARITY SHOP OPENS Bargain hunters were in their element last Friday when Sue Ryder opened a new charity shop in the retail heart of Tewkesbury town centre.

Shoppers keen for some budgetfriendly retail therapy are now able to bag some fantastic finds 7 days a week at the Bishops Walk, which is located in a prime position, opposite Tesco.

Officially opening the brand new store on 10th May 2013 was Tewkesbury’s new Mayor Claire Wright.

Led by opening shop manager Dee Ballinger and assistant shop manager Fergus Stewart, the Sue Ryder staff and volunteer team were on hand to show shoppers around the store.

Money raised from the shop will help Sue Ryder to continue to provide local expert and compassionate care to people living with end of life and longterm conditions such as cancer, stroke, brain injury, multiple sclerosis, dementia, huntingtons disease, parkinsons

disease and motor nurone disease.

For further information about Sue Ryder visit www.sueryder.org.

Photography by Jack Boskett.

䡵 Tewkesbury Borough Mayor Claire Wright Opens the New Sue Ryder Shop in Bishops Walk

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LETS GO GIRLS! These ladies have just finished a great workout with 'Girl Power Box Fitness' run by Sarah Smith at The Wheatpieces Community Centre every Tuesday at 7pm and also every Friday at Gym & Tonic, Croft Farm at 7pm.

Boxing Fitness is a great all over body workout and is suitable for all levels of fitness. It's great fun say the girls who attend the sessions every week.

Sarah is fully qualified advanced boxing instructor by the Hatton ABC Boxing Academy, and is also available for one 2 one training at Gym & Tonic, Croft Farm, Bredon. Classes are ÂŁ5 for an hour session. Call 07796 538397 for details.

MYSTERY OBJECTS with Stuart Borley

These cast iron numerals and associated artifacts have been recently found by Stuart Borley whilst metal detecting.

Can you tell what they are? We think we know, answer on page 32.

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THE GLOVES ARE ON AT GYM AND TONIC Chris Warren, the manager of Tewkesbury's most scenic gym, the recently refurbished "Gym & Tonic" at Croft Farm, Bredon is pleased to announce they have recently added local boxing fitness coaches Sam & Sarah Smith to the personal training team at the Bredon gym.

The gym now features a designated boxing area for use by clients and they offer one to one personal training as well as group sessions to members and non-members of the gym.

Sam has been involved in boxing for over ten years and recently coached local boxer Danny Pettitt to win his debut fight by Knockout at the "Night Of Champions" boxing event held at Cheltenham racecourse.

Boxing fitness is a great way to improve fitness and manage weight for men and women of all fitness levels. Check out www.samsonsboxing.com or www.gymandtonic.co.uk for more details.

ANOTHER DATE TO CELEBRATE Hot on the heels of last years successful jubilee celebrations, Tewkesbury is to hold its own civic celebrations.

As part of a national strategy by charity Civic Voice (www.civicvoice.org.uk) the event centres around the weekend of 22nd and 23rd June will take place at Tewkesbury Rugby Club where there will be a beer festival with fairground rides, sideshows, stalls and a barbecue.

Organisers are encouraging local businesses, groups and organisations to come and join the event.

Charities and not for profits are able to come and promote and fundraise. The Rugby Club are also inviting businesses to sponsor a barrel at it’s beer festival and interested parties should call the club on 01684 294364.

Other interested groups should call Helen Photography by on 01684 295843 or Roger Gee Mike on 07984 977011.

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UNIQUE NEW GYM FOR TEWKESBURY Enterprising martial arts instructor, Mark Woodard, has transformed an empty unit on a Tewkesbury business park into a state of the art gym exclusively for martial art enthusiasts, and it’s the only one of its kind in the area.

The new business, “It took a little while well as weights and rowOutlaw MMA, at Northto find the ideal location ing machines. Upstairs way Trading Estate in Tewkesbury,” said is equipped with floor could not have come at a Mark. mats and cage. better time either; “In fact, the first The gym offers a full Tewkesbury Borough property I identified as time table of classes for Council has shared being suitable had adults and young people information from the already been taken. aged thirteen plus, NHS suggesting that a including kickboxing, quarter of adults in the submission wrestling, area are classed as overgrappling as well as a weight. The gym is due popular 24 week MMA to be opened by the foundation course.

Mayor next month.

Friday is the popular Mark brings with him ‘open mat’ session when over forty years of expemembers can drop by to rience in the mixed marfocus on any particular tial arts field with a solid area of training that background in kickbox“When I viewed the needs improving. ing, Muay Thai, Ju-jitsu, unit in Northway as an A welcoming recepKarate and Judo as well empty shell, I could see tion area greets memas boxing and wrestling. its potential for the gym bers, and essential Mark is also an experistraightaway.

Plus equipment such as boxenced coach and a world being equipped with a ing gloves, head guards renowned referee in conmezzanine floor has as well as clothing can tact sports, the latter role worked well, offering be purchased onsite. often involving televised greater flexibility in Mark, who offers coverage. respect of the layout of training to competition Before securing the specialist equipment”. level, has a squad of unit at Northway The well-equipped MMA fighters regularly Trading Estate, Mark gym is spread over two training at the gym. coached at Avonside floors. On the ground Outlaw MMA’s gym is Gym in Tewkesbury, but floor is the standing area due to be officially soon realised he would which is fitted out with a opened on Saturday 8th require specially adapted large array of martial June, and anyone is premises of his own for arts equipment including invited to drop in a specialist mixed marpunch and kick bags and between 10.30am to 12 tial arts gym. grappling dummies as noon.

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THIS YEAR’S HEADLINING BAND

RYAN INGLIS & LORNA THOMAS

A FANTASTIC DUO SINGING GREAT ROCK, POP AND SOUL COVERS FROM ALL GENERATIONS

SOUL REMEDY PLAYING A MIXTURE OF SOUL, R&B, ROCK, POP AND FUNK A GREAT PARTY BAND

BETH 2011'S BIGGEST UNSIGNED ARTIST WITH OVER 5 MILLION DOWNLOADS OF HER COVER VERSION OF ADELE’S ‘SOMEONE LIKE YOU’

We have arranged an amazing music line up to satisfy all tastes and genres. Fun for all the family - bucking bronco, bouncy castle etc weather permitting. We have a wide selection of fabulous food and plenty of beer, cider and wine. Pig roast - roast lamb -roast beef - barbecue.

This year we will be providing a FREE safe and secure mini bus service to local areas to pick up and take people home, solving all transport issues. Bookings now being taken for the FREE bus service on 01452 780307.

Ticket price £5.00 per adult - children under 12 go free. TICKETS ON SALE NOW

FRIDAY 28th JUNE SAXE n AXE

SATURDAY 10th AUGUST

SATURDAY 23rd AUGUST

A talented and popular duo playing a wide variety of Sax and Guitar Classics from 60's to 90's from rock, pop, soul and blues. Great Music, Great Singing and Great Food - 2 Course Fabulous Fayre

we present the award-winning singing sensation

Clive John performs for one night only the award winning

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All for only £10 per person

with a fabulous pre show dinner.

who will present

A Night at the Musicals

Clive will perform parts of the show combined with a pre-show meal

The Farmers Arms Lower Appereley - where there’s always something happening Check out our website or follow The Farmers Arms on Facebook to find out about our events and latest menus.

FARMERS ARMS NEW MENU fresh, vibrant homemade dishes using our award-winning suppliers from Gloucestershire and neighbouring counties

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by John Dixon, Tewkesbury Historical Society

Cotteswold Road in 1948

Music Festival for Heroes A music festival in aid of the charity Help for Heroes is being organised at the Farmers Arms in Lower Apperley.

The event will take place on Saturday 27th July, with tribute band Bon Jovi UK in the headline spot, alongside The Somerset Paddies and the legendary Ramrods. Other bands and singers will also be performing.

Organisers Dan and Jess Pardoe plan to ensure their customers have a really fun day - and are even laying on a minibus service so ticket holders can enjoy a drink as well as the music.

Pick ups and drop offs will be available around the area, including Tewkesbury town centre, Mitton and Gloucester Road. Reservations for the free service should be made with Dan as soon as possible as places may be limited. Call 01452 780307 for full details.

Whilst celebrating the 75th Anniversary of a much-respected company, younger readers might wonder why it is called ‘Cotteswold Dairies.’

The answer goes back to the last war when Harry Workman decided to move his dairy in a farm to a purpose built factory – in Cotteswold Road. Roger Workman agrees that it is not a wonderful example of architecture but blames wartime shortages. It was, however, a success until Harry once again looked ahead and realised that the ideal location for an expanding factory was out of the town, in Newtown.

After the dairy left is was taken over by ‘Masterline’ but has been mercifully demolished and replaced by affordable homes. Happily the hallowed name of Workman has been perpetuated but why is part of it known as ‘Patenosters?’ Is it a spelling error? In any case, why name such houses in Latin for “our Father?” If you have any information please call John on (01684) 294262 or email johnhistory46@btinternet.com Meanwhile, Happy Birthday to the Workman Family!

Mrs Didcote, with her grandson Harry unveiled Tewkesbury’s new War Memorial in 1922.

Can any descendants of either Mrs Didcote or Harry please ring John DIxon on 01684 294262?

The dairy site today

After 75 years of practice in this location, we are still here to serve all your dental needs

• Friendly and caring environment • Affordable independent dental care • NHS dentistry for all children • Full range of modern dental treatment in a beautiful Elizabethan house • Hygienist appointments

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THE BERKELEY ARMS Church Street, Tewkesbury Telephone: 01684 290555 Mobile 07931 692227

Real Pub • Real Food • Real Ale Children and Dogs Welcome See our main ad in Tewkesbury Direct for live music

CHELTENHAM RACECOURSE CAR BOOT & MARKET EVERY SUNDAY 9am-1pm

OPEN ALL YEAR Tarmac hardstanding £6 per car, pay on entry. No need to book, just roll up from 5.45am onwards.

All Catering Booked

STRATFORD RACECOURSE CAR BOOT EVERY SATURDAY 9am-1pm Gates open for traders from 6.00am Cars £6. All Catering Booked. Now very busy

VALE WILDLIFE HOSPITAL

CAR BOOT SALE EVERY SATURDAY

Start 9.30am, gates open 9.00am for sellers. £5 Boots, £10 Traders AT VALE WILDLIFE, BECKFORD. SIGNPOSTED FROM A46

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PUB QUIZ ????

Test your powers of recall with six of the best questions in this month’s Tewkesbury Direct Pub Quiz.

1: The tune ‘Jessica’ by the Allman Brothers is used as theme tune to which longrunning TV programme?

2: Which 1944 David Lean film of a Noel Coward play starred Celia Johnson, John Mills and Stanley Holloway?

3: Who succeeded Clement Attlee as British Prime Minister in 1951?

4: What is the capital city of Nepal?

WHAT’S ON Railway Society Running Again TEWKESBURY CRAFT CLUB: Every Thursday, 2pm-4pm.

At Tewkesbury Library, High Street.

BREDON CRAFTERS: third Weds of the month, 2-4pm.

Bredon Village Hall.

TEWKESBURY CIVIC SOCIETY: Thursday 13th June.

Talk by Dr James Derounian ‘The Neighbourhood Plan’ in the Elmbury Room, Tewkesbury Library, 7.30pm.

MOVEMENT TO MUSIC: every Tues, 10am-11am, 50+.

The Annexe, Barton St, Tewkesbury.

TWYNING FOOD & CRAFT FAYRE: Sat 29th June, 10.30am-12.30pm, Twyning Village Hall.

Tewkesbury YMCA Railway Society has begun its Summer season of meetings and events.

On Saturday 8th June there will be a signal box visit, departing from the YMCA in Church Street at 11am.

Mike Dodd is organising working party meets at Toddington GWR Railway Station on Tuesday 11th and 25th June from 7pm to 9pm. Anyone interested in helping out can call Mike on 01242 576907 for details.

A treasure hunt is being held on Tuesday 18th June: please assemble in the Abbey Car Park for a 7pm departure.

5: Which British singer won the Eurovision Song Contest in 1967 with Puppet on a String?

6: Which English football team won the European Cup in 1982?

ANSWERS: 1. Top Gear; 2. This Happy Breed; 3. Winston Churchill; 4.Kathmandu; 5. Sandie Shaw; 6. Aston Villa

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Sat 8th June: Bryn Thomas, The Berkeley Arms.

Sat 1st June: Thunder Road, The Northway.

Tewkesbury

LIVE!

Sat 1st June: Leon Day, (Guitar/vocal), The Berkeley Arms.

SPONSORED BY

Tim Pitman, (night at the musicals), Farmers Arms, Lower Apperley.

Fri 7th June: Peter Jagger, Yew Tree, Conderton.

Reloaded (covers band), Cross Keys, Bredon’s Hardwick.

A warm welcome awaits you at the Railway Inn, Ripple, where Sue, Paul and Val pride themselves on serving delicious home-cooked food, well kept traditional beers and good wine at sensible prices.

THE ANCHOR INN HIGH STREET, TEWKESBURY Tues 11th June: Phil Beer (above), The Roses Theatre.

OPEN MIC NIGHTS THURSDAYS 7.30pm COME AND TAKE THE STAGE

Thursday 20th June

Fri 14th June: Sax n’ Axe, The Berkeley Arms.

Fri 14th June: The Boogaloos, The Anchor.

Fiddlewhizz (Irish duo), Cross Keys, Bredon’s Hardwick.

Sat 15th June: Jane Kennedy, The Berkeley Arms.

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BERKELEY ARMS

Fri 21st June: Rich Goble, Yew Tree, Conderton.

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LIVE MUSIC EVERY SAT SATURDAY 1st JUNE LEON DAY Guitar & vocals SATURDAY 8th JUNE

BRYN THOMAS FRIDAY 14th JUNE

SAX ‘n’ AXE SATURDAY 15th JUNE JANE KENNAWAY Guitar & vocals SATURDAY 22nd JUNE SHAUN & JIMMY Irish/Country SATURDAY 29th JUNE RYAN TURNER Keyboard/vocals

THE FUTURE SET Resident band - last Fri every month EVERY FRI KARAOKE/80sDISCO with Paul Keyes FIVE LIVE ALES - LICENSED UNTIL MIDNIGHT

Sat 22nd June: Shaun & Jimmy, (Irish & Country), The Berkeley Arms.

Fri 28th June: Thunder Road, (local duo), Cross Keys, Bredon’s Hardwick.

Sat 29th June: Ryan Turner (Keyboard/vocals) The Berkeley Arms.

Tues 9th July: Peter Knight’s The Roses Theatre.

All at Tewkesbury venues unless stated.

PICNIC IN THE PARK A picnic with a difference is being held in the landscaped grounds of Croome Park this month.

On Saturday 14th June, by permission of the National Trust there will be a picnic at the Temple Greenhouse, in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support (6.30pm-10.30pm) There will be live music from local bands The Bones and Len Coll, with ice cream and

drinks on sale.

The wonderful landscaped park was designed by Capability Brown and is being transformed by the National Trust. Tickets are £15, children under 14 go free. To book call 01684 594865.

PIE NIGHT Your choice of a dozen pies including a vegetarian option £9.95 per person

Friday Nights

FISH & CHIPS Beer battered, served 6.30pm - 9.00pm £8.75 per person

Two Course

SUNDAY LUNCHES Choice of roasts etc. £9.50 per person Sunday 16th June

FATHER’S DAY - don’t forget Dad - book lunch now!

The Railway Inn, Station Road, Ripple Tewkesbury GL20 6EY

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A MORE PERMANENT WHO'S EATEN ALL THE PIES? SOLUTION TO A FLAT ROOF PROBLEM SOLVE IT WITH

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Well it looks like it was Mike Smith from Bristol.

Believe it or not Mike was visiting Tewkesbury when he popped into the Berkeley Arms in Church Street for a bite to eat. It seems that he enjoyed, Chef Lewis Carl Chicken and Mushroom pie so much, he made another trip from Bristol simply to buy some more pies to take home with him. Mike told Tewkesbury Direct "Those pies are to die for Man, I have been thinking of moving to Tewkesbury, and Lewis's pies may just swing it for me.

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NEW DRAMA SCHOOL FOR YOUNG STARS From September, Theatre Stars, a locally based stage school, will be holding classes for children from the ages of seven to seventeen.

The classes will be held at Tewkesbury School weekly, during term time on Saturday mornings 9.30 - 12.30. Children will be split between three age groups spending an hour on the three main disciplines of performance, drama, dance and singing.

Theatre Stars hand picked teachers aim to build childrens confidence and performance enjoyment with their experience and specialism.

Jan Morgan of Theatre Stars said “Anyone who would like to find out more can contact us on info@theatrestars.net or visit our website www.theatrestars.net”.

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All Inclusive Puckrup Wedding Package This is a fully inclusive package for your wedding to include 50 daytime guests and 80 evening guests The following is included within the package price:

Fathers Day Lunch at Hilton Puckrup Hall Hotel

Sunday June 16th CARVERY LUNCH £22.50 per adult

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Room hire for the civil ceremony and wedding celebrations Use of hotel grounds for stunning photographs Red carpet Arrival drink Three course wedding breakfast Glass of house wine with the meal Glass of sparkling wine for the toast Evening Disco Evening Buffet Personalised table menus and a presentation table for gifts White table linen and napkins Table centres (choice of 2) Wedding cake Chair covers for the wedding breakfast Top table flowers Complimentary menu and wine tasting for bride and groom before the wedding Complimentary three course meal and bottle of wine for your first year anniversary Bridal suite complimentary bed and breakfast for the wedding night Changing room for your guests on the day itself Ample free car parking at the hotel for guests Dedicated services of our wedding co-ordinator to help plan your special day

All of the above for a fully inclusive price of £3600 For further information and to check availability contact Karen on 01684 296200 or email karen.openshaw@hilton.com

£11.20 for children up to 12 years of age Children under 5 years EAT FREE Lunch is served 12.00pm - 4pm To reserve your table call 01684 296200

Hilton Evening Celebrations Offer Take advantage of our superb banqueting suites to celebrate in style.

Ideal for anniversaries, birthdays, christenings, engagements and evening wedding parties.

Prices start from £15.95 per person and include Disco (free for 50 guests or more) Buffet or sit down meal Dedicated events co-ordinator Tel 01684 296200 and quote celebration offer when booking

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LEGAL MATTERS with Thomson & Bancks

IS MEDIATION THE WAY FORWARD TO RESOLVE FAMILY DISPUTES? As legal aid is only available in very limited circumstances what other options are available to you to resolve family issues?

Mediation is a tried and tested, and indeed successful method of dispute resolution.

Mediators are trained to help resolve disputes over all issues faced by divorcing and separating couples, or indeed specific issues such as arrangements for any children. Mediators are neutral and will not take sides, so they cannot give advice to either of you. However, lawyer mediators will provide general legal information to both of you within the mediation, if this is appropriate. The process involves meeting with you and your partner together, identifying issues you cannot agree on and help you to try and reach agreement. Once you have proposals you both find acceptable, the mediator will prepare a summary of them together with a summary of any financial information, if this is relevant.

John Sherahilo at Quality Solicitors Thomson & Bancks in Tewkesbury is a trained family mediator and is the only lawyer mediator in Tewkesbury. “Mediation is a good method of resolving family disputes which centres around the family rather than the traditional adversarial court approach which is centred around outcomes.

The court process can take much longer and be much more expensive. In a mediation process, after the initial set up, I would hope to come to an understanding with the parties within three 1 ½ hour sessions, which you can imagine is much more cost effective than the adversarial court process. My view is that it is better for the family to try to resolve issues by talking in a safe and open environmental rather than continue to argue”.

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TOP GUIDING AWARD FOR CARENZA Carenza Atkins from 1st Tewkesbury Guides has just received the prestigious Baden Powell Challenge Award.

The award is the highest achievement a Guide (aged 10 - 14) can gain. Before starting, entrants must show a commitment to Guiding and have been a member for at least two years. To achieve the award Carenza had ten challenges to complete from five zones, ranging from gaining extra interest badges, to learning a new skills and having fun in the outdoors. Carenza said: "Working towards and completing my Baden Powell Challenge Award was the most challenging of all my badges, but gave me the biggest reward.â&#x20AC;? Carenza was presented with her award by the County President for GirlGuiding Gloucestershire, Mrs Anne Cadbury OBE, JP, DL.

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PORSCHE TO CHOOSE TEWKESBURY? Prestige car retailer Dick Lovett has earmarked a site near the M5 junction in Tewkesbury for a potential new dealership.

The premises would include new and used car sales facilities and workshops for the Porsche brand, as well as car parking areas. The site under consideration is alongside the northbound sliproad for M5 junction nine, near the Travelodge hotel. Dick Lovett’s motor group currently has centres in Bristol, Cardiff, Swindon and Hungerford dealing in BMW, Ferrari and others as well as Porsche.

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Breathe Easy launches awareness campaign in Tewkesbury Breathe Easy is the British Lung Foundation's network of support groups.

It brings together people affected by lung disease, their families, friends and carers. The organisation delivers vital hope and support when it is needed most, and campaigns for better treatment and care.

Tewkesbury Branch Secretary Jane Minshull said: “Our challenge for Breathe Easy Week 2013 (10-16 June) is to promote ourselves so that we may show how we can support those with lung disease as well as showing the public the kinds of things we do and how the British Lung Foundation can help.

“We shall be having an awareness stand at Morrisons in Tewkesbury on Saturday 8th June 2013, all day.

“Our fourth AGM will be on Tuesday 11th June at 2pm at Boys Brigade HQ, Canterbury Leys, Tewkesbury.” Anyone wanting to find out more about Breathe Easy’s work is welcome to attend.

There will also be a fundraising Coffee Morning on Saturday 15th June at Boys Brigade Community Centre (10am - 12 noon) with cake stall, bring and buy and refreshments etc.

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220,600.00

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3,558.56

Grants & Donations

5,433.00

9,000.00

600.00

2,394.93

Street Furniture Meetings & Functions Riverside Walks & Moorings

16.00

77.50

7,919.00

7,245.10

Severn Ham

27,861.00

32,996.92

Rentals

29,113.00

31,148.34

Bank Interest

812.00

388.54

Wayleaves

341.00

330.56

Public conveniences

䡵 Anne Cadbury receiving a Community Service Award

7,813.00 325,608.00

307,740.45

Administration

25,507.00

21,498.41

Utilities/Broadband

18,235.00

21,482.22

3,765.00

10,608.70

EXPENDITURE

Childrens Play Areas Christmas Activities Contingency Fund Floral

290.00

357.67

17,311.00

5,133.85

1,381.00

1,686.00

35,632.00

9,253.34

Mayor, Civic Meetings & Functions

5,080.00

4,992.74

Museum

8,586.00

8,983.00

132,083.00

119,984.53

12,716.00

13,994.36

7,451.00

7,797.69

Crime Reduction

Payroll Public Conveniences Riverside Walks & Moorings Severn Ham

10,590.00

13,260.98

Street Furniture

3,326.00

6,434.39

Support Grants

4,581.00

4,950.00

20,909.00

14,482.90

Town Hall War Memorial

20.00

397.80

22,234.00

12,063.52

76.00

160.00

329,773.00

277,522.10

Surplus (Deficit) for year

-4,165.00

30,218.35

General Fund B/F

72,852.33

42,633.98

General Fund C/F

68,687.33

72,852.33

Watson Hall Trees

䡵 Harry Workman and family receiving a Community Service Award

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PHARMACY MATTERS with Peter Badham

LETS TALK ABOUT CONSTIPATION We have many patients coming into our pharmacies asking about constipation. It can be very painful. The body takes water out of the stools in the rectum so it becomes more and more painful to pass a motion, causing bleeding and damage to the anus.

It is a fine balance , it really bad we always is very easy to over treat suggest a glycerine the condition, so the suppository but most patients get diarrhoea. patients prefer not to Then the situation can use these. becomes even worse as They are inserted into they move from constithe rectum and you get pation to diarrhoea as a fast result . Very poputhe gut gets emptied lar i have been told and refilled. in France!

If you are inclined to Other treatments are have constipation, the irritants like senokot 䡵 Peter Badham best treatment is preventhat speeds the movetion. Think about lactument of muscles in the I understand the lose a special sugar that gut, normally one or two world record for not stays in the gut and at night produces a going to the toilet is keeps the stools moist, result next day. seven days, please do even if you do not go for An alternative is a not wait that time before a few days. stool softener like dulcoming to see your An alternative could coease which puts water pharmacist. be bulking agent like back into the stools.

We can go through fybogel which increases An old fashioned these products and oththe mass and helps push remedy, but still used by ers and help you make the food along. many patients is califig the best choice.

If the condition gets syrup of figs.

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LOCAL AIRSHOW Aero fans are in for a treat when Throckmorton Airshow takes place on Saturday June 8th. It is expected that a number of displays will take place, including The Royal Airforce Typhoon display team. It is advised that ear defenders should be taken for children and those that are adverse to loud noises. For details check out www.throckmortonairshow.com or on facebook. The Airfield is situated near Pershore.

MEDIEVAL POP MASTERS Last month we featured the launch of a new album by the UK’s leading medieval band, The York Waits.

The Waits will be performing at the Roses Theatre on Wednesday 10th July on the lead up to Tewkesbury’s Medieval Festival.

Director of Entertainments for the Medieval Festival, Bill Hunt, interviewed band leader Tim Bayley for us to give some background to this unique band.

Bill asked…

Who are the York Waits?

The York Waits were formed in 1977, recreating the sound of the professional wind bands that had existed throughout Europe, from the 14th century. Period instruments played include the shawm (early oboe), sackbut (early trombone), bagpipes, recorders, lute, fiddle, harp, hurdy gurdy, crumhorn, flute, pipe and tabor.

What brings York Waits to Tewkesbury?

I led a medieval music workshop in Tewkesbury last year and, as a result, the York Waits were invited to play at The Roses Theatre, as part of this year’s Medieval Festival.

Tell us about your new CD The White Rose and The Red CD features music from the age of Richard III, whose brother the Duke of Clarence, lies in Tewkesbury Abbey - another local connection! It includes international hits such as the famous L’Hom Arme, the beautiful chansons Le Souvenir and En vrowlic Wesen, plus popular dance tunes from the period.

What are the bands future plans?

We will be presenting our Richard III concert throughout the UK, including locations associated with Richard himself, such as Middleham in the Yorkshire Dales and a new recording of dance tunes, from the Gresley Manuscript of around 1500, is also planned.

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ANOTHER BUSY FIRST HALF OF THE YEAR FOR CW GROUP

After the Lockout

by Darran McCann PB £8.99 Ireland 1917 sees Victor Lennon return from Dublin to his home village of Madden. He is a hero of the Easter Risings with leanings towards the novelty of communism, but he is summoned home to try to rescue his drunkard father, who is too partial to the illegal poteen he brews.

Local cleaning company CW Group report brisk trading in the first half of the year.

Several new contracts have been successfully obtained, including Partner Logistics of Gloucester. CW Group were there to help Monarch Laundrette with the big clean up after vandals fired a fire extinguisher through the letterbox.

Bernie Partington, the laundrette’s manager, was delighted with the hard work Clive and his team put in to get the premises clean and reopened.

For the tenth year running, CW Group helped with the cleaning in the railway carriages for Cheltenham racegoers.

CW Group director Clive Willis says he is amazed by the amount

of people who say ‘I didn’t realise you offered that service,’ after being in the business for over thirty years.

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Monarch Laundrette after cleaning work Clive is keen to point out that CW Group can clean almost anything and are equipped with the latest technology and consumables, which

The vagaries of Irish rural life are well depicted in this first novel. There is the authorative honorary Bishop, Stanislaus, with whom Victor clashes at once. Victor's childhood sweetheart, Maggie, who obviously still has a soft spot for him, despite him having up and left her when he went away.

Victor is no saint, but he has a strong following in the village, though this excludes the jealous village shopkeeper who has intentions towards Maggie.

A successful Gallic football match leads to a planned celebration which the Bishop forbids to be held in the church hall, so an alternative structure is developed.

All this festers away as the story is recounted from both Victor's and Stanislaus' view point.

Anyone who has visited rural Ireland will picture the scene - those who have not will enjoy the imagery.

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“We nearly always have a solution to the problem; people are amazed at the results ‘as good as new without the cost of replacement.”

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TEWKESBURY TO STAR ON TELEVISION Tewkesbury is to feature in two television programmes starting this month.

A ten-part serialisation of Philippa Gregory’s books about the Wars of the Roses on BBC 1 will be accompanied by a four-part documentary about influential women in the wars. Part of this was filmed in Tewkesbury Abbey as well as the Bloody Meadow.

Michael Portillo’s ‘Railway Journeys’ has also made an arrival in the town. Railway guide Bradshaw apparently referred to the Battle of Tewkesbury (though got the date wrong), so Michael Portillo visited to talk to local experts. The programme was also recorded in the Bloody Meadow, and will be broadcast in January next year.

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GIRLS’ FOOTBALL IS THRIVING Inviting entries for our forthcoming auctions

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Tewkesbury Town Colts is a successful FA Standard Charter development football club.

Coaches holding Football Association level one to level three qualifications provide football opportunities for boys and girls between the ages of 6 and 18.

William Plummer and Kieron Moran started providing coaching specifically for girls from the Tewkesbury district in 2012 and entered an under 10s girls team in the Gloucester County league.

“The first season has been a learning curve with fixtures taking

Coaches Will Plummer(left) and Kieron Moore (right) with the girls of Tewkesbury Colts FC. The team is currently recruiting new players. place on a friendly basis due to the age range of the girls.

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girls' parents has been fantastic, encouraging the players and the coaches to stick at it.

The team practice at Tewkesbury School Sports Centre brilliant all-weather pitch,”said Will Plummer.

“Over time the girls settled into their positions with Emily S claiming the keeper’s jersey, a solid hard working defence with Ciara, Niamh, Emily B and Jess.

“The midfield built itself on the all round play of Emma, the ever reliable Annabelle and the silky smooth passing skills of Hannah. Beth's box-to-box engine and fearless tackling ably supported the deadly

finishing of striker Ella.”

“The going was hard against the more established teams, whose squads had been together for a few years.

“But the girls great team spirit was never in doubt, returning week after week to train and play hard, learning new skills and making new friends along the way, said Will.

“It has been a tough start, but we're hoping this lays the foundation for us to build on through the spring and summer an in to the 2012-13 season.

“We're looking forward to competing in the Colts home tournament on Saturday 1st June and our ambition is to field at least two teams: under-10s and under12s, with the possibility of an under-8s team if we can get the players.”

Tewkesbury Town Colts FC has a ‘football for all’ philosophy and welcomes all children from those mad about football to those that simply want to have some fun.

If you would like to find out more about the girls’ football training sessions please contact either William Plummer: willplummer77@gmail.c om or Kieron Moran: kjmoran@sky.com

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TWYNING SCHOOL AT TWICKENHAM On Saturday 25th May Leicester defeated Northampton in the Aviva Premiership Final at Twickenham.

Prior to the match fourteen Primary Schools took part in a Tackling Numbers tag demonstration and Twyning School were one of the lucky schools selected.

On the 16th April Twyning Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rugby team, consisting of ten players (seven boys and three girls), entered the Tewkesbury Primary Schools Tag Tournament. Six primary schools entered and despite Twyning being the smallest of these schools they won all of their games and the competition.

The children were overjoyed in winning this tournament and when they found out they had been selected to play at Twickenham they nearly exploded with excitement! This was an experience the chil-dren will remember for the rest of their lives.

A coach left for Twickenham early Saturday morning with the team and their proud families; the school and Tewkesbury Direct congratulate all the children who took part.

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The fine reputation and goodwill of Upton Tyres Exhausts & Batteries owner Mark ‘Noddy’ Hodgkins lives on as the community continue to offer support to the family business.

Now run by Nod’s wife, Sharon, she has decided to evolve the business name to ‘A38 Upton Tyres’.

She said; “Nod died at 57 years old, a year after being diagnosed with Mesothelioma and following intensive chemotherapy. We had a family talk last summer and it was his express wish that the business which he had built up continued. Nod died on December 1st 2012 and I’m now running it with my son’s Josh and Simon who are ably assisted by Damian.”

“We offer our heartfelt thanks to all of our customers, private individuals and the agricultural community, for their continued support for both the business and our family.”

A38 Upton Tyres offers exhausts, tyres and batteries to suit all budgets. Tyres include their Primewell budget range, Maxis mid-range tyres to top price bracket tyres for prestige cars. “We’ve plenty in stock and offer a same day service. We also have quality laser tracking equipment to keep you on the move.”

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Spring Policing Matters in Tewkesbury Our new sergeant (Ps Henry Wright) was not in a position to provide his first submission this month so Inspector Brian Murnaghan is providing the update on local policing matters this month.

It has been a busy month and the arrival of Spring and subsequent good weather coincided with an increase in a number of incidents of assault/anti-social behaviour.

Apart from incidents of public order and anti social behaviour we also get called to emergencies involving potentially life changing injuries.

Officers are equipped with “Tazers” and these are being utilised more and more often when officers are called to deal with violent or potentially violent incidents.

The ability of officer’s to utilize this option has led to a dramatic decease in injuries to officers which is obviously good news. Having said this officer’s are still getting assaulted and we do all we can to minimize this risk.

An example of this occurred last month when officers on foot patrol in the early hours in Tewkesbury High Street dealt with aggres-

sive intoxicated customers exiting from a licensed premises.

As a result a male assaulted an officer which resulted in a public order situation and extra officers being deployed to the area.

Further arrests were made and officers sustained injuries.

We will not tolerate this type of behaviour on our streets where the minority cause problems and we will endeavour to ensure that persons responsible for this type of behaviour will have the full weight of the criminal justice system brought to bear on them.

We also work closely with licensees to ensure they are aware of their responsibilities in managing their customers.

At the time of writing this report the contentious issue of the Badger Cull is forthcoming.

Whilst we fully appreciate that opinions are varied regarding this issue we in the Police are a disciplined service and have to ensure that any legal cull is carried out in line with legislation whilst facilitating lawful protest which does not hinder the activity of the cull.

Whilst the policing of the cull is being managed from “the centre” we live and work in a predominantly rural area and as such this issue will no doubt be subject of much scrutiny

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POLICE NOTES with Inspector Brian Murnaghan Continued from page 46

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over the forthcoming summer months. There will also be a high level of press interest regarding this issue.

We continue to be proactive and have executed a significant amount search warrants across the policing area.

A large percentage of these warrants involve intelligence regarding the possession and supply of controlled substances. In addition other stolen property has been recovered including pedal cycles and cash obtained as a result of committing crime (ie proceeds of crime).

We have also seen a number of instances of counterfeit currency being seized so we would advise members of the public to be on their guard when handling bank notes.

If you are unsure if you are in possession of a possible counterfeit note you can pop into your local bank or call us at the Police Station.

What appeared to be an incident which captured the public’s imagination occurred recently when two members of the public “relieved” a golfer of his golf cart at a

CARTED OFF AND THEN ARRESTED local golf course and drove away on the public highway in the cart.

Whilst many people may see the funny side to this type of behaviour these males were heavily intoxicated and driving this cart on main roads in Tewkesbury.

They were eventually detained on a main road leading to Ledbury and arrested. We will have to see if the courts see the

“funny side” to their behaviour…..I doubt it.

Ps Henry Wright will hopefully supply the next policing update.

If there are any policing matters you wish to discuss please contact either myself or one of the team at Tewkesbury Police Station.

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during office hours or you can contact use using the x101 number.

Thank You. Brian Murnaghan Inspector Tewkesbury Local Policing Area.

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Tewkesbury’s Alderman Knight School was officially re-opened last month, after a £6 million building and refitting programme. The ceremony was performed by Olympic gold medallist Katherine Grainger, who also visited the school with her double-sculls rowing partner Anna Watkins last October.

Alderman Knight School has been on the same campus as Tewkesbury School since 1975.

In 2006 it was nearly closed due to Government Policy at the time.

Since that decision was overturned, the school has gone from strength to strength.

Under the guidance of the current Head, Clare Steel, the school has achieved an Outstanding Ofsted inspection in December 2010 and in July 2011 the £6 million new build and refurbishment project started.

Alderman Knight is a well-established special school for children aged 4-16 with moderate and additional learning difficulties, complex needs and Autism Spectrum Disorders.

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FAMILY FUN AT MITTON A crafty little fellow at Mitton Family Fun Day

The Mitton Family Fun day was held at Mitton Manor Primary school last month.

Over thirty stallholders from all over Gloucestershire attended, ranging from crafts to pottery making, plus a bouncy caste and a banana boat!

It turned out to be one of the most enjoyable and successful events the school has ever had. The schools stalls raised over £1000 for the school and we estimate that well over 600 people turned out to support us on the day.

The Friends of Mitton School would like to give a great big 'Thank You' to everyone involved for making such a great day happen.

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To celebrate its inaugural year of trading and to say thank you to its customers and the people of Tewkesbury for their support over the last twelvemonths, it will be hosting a special discount day offering a massive 50% off all its pottery prices, plus a free glass of bubbly or juice and balloon for all customers!

If you’d like to join the Paint Pot for its 1st birthday just book a slot on Saturday 29th June between 10am – 5.30pm. Anyone is welcome to come and take advantage of the 50% discount. To avoid missing out on this fabulous deal please contact The Paint Pot on 01684 297747 and book your place now.

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Members and supporters of the Ashchurch, Tewkesbury & District Rail Promotion Group held their latest work party at Ashchurch for Tewkesbury Railway Station last month.

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The group has long wanted to improve the state of Network Rail's footbridge over the railway at Northway and the group at long last have received permission in principle for the community repainting the bridge.

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The latest official usage figures for the station have been released by the Office of Rail Regulation. These show an annual increase of 7.6% from 68,000+ in 2010/11 to 74,000+ in 2011/12.

These official figures are, however, more estimates than fact and the group's own footfall counts for the year to March 31st 2013 show actual usage to be slightly in excess of 119,000.

Despite the new delay for the Great Western franchise, to October 2015, the group is continuing to push for extra trains, not least for morning commuters and are taking their appeals to the DfT as well as First Great Western.

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Working party sprucing up Ashchurch Station bury & District Rail Promotion Group’snext public meeting is their AGM, in Tewkesbury Library, 7.30 p.m. on Friday 7th June The speaker will be

Paul Stanford, Customer Relationship Executive, Western Region of Network Rail.

Refresh-ments will be on hand and all are welcome.

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PROBLEMS FACING WILDLIFE The spring and summer months are extremely busy for wildlife rescues throughout the UK and at Vale around three quarters of our total annual casualty intake comes in during the four months from April to July, writes Caroline Gould of Vale Wildlife Rescue.

As well as the animals actually brought in for treatment, we also deal with thousands of calls for advice from concerned members of the public.

At this time of year a large number of these calls concern fledgling birds in the garden and an ever-increasing number come about because of the domestic cat. Any bird that has been caught by a cat, even if it has no obvious injury, needs to come in for a thorough check over and will also need a course of antibiotics. If they do not receive these antibi-

otics they often develop an infection because of the amount of bacteria present on a cat’s teeth, which in turn leads to septicaemia, invariably resulting in the death of

BREDON LINES UP FUN DAY This year's Bredon Fun Day will take place on Bredon Playing Fields on Sunday 14th July from 12noon - 4pm.

The event will have a circus theme this year and the fun will begin with a parade from Bredon Hancocks School at 11.30am, arriving at the playing fields for the opening ceremony at 12noon.

Following the success of last year's 'Try 5' there will be a wide range of activities, including sports and crafts for visitors to have a go at.

Along with circus themed activities there will also be a bouncy slide, drumming, face painting and many stalls, including jewellery making, books, barbecue, and a tombola.

Donations for the tombola can be left at 49 Blenheim Drive,Bredon. Alternatively contact Meryl Falvey who will be happy to collect items. (Tel 01684 773183 or 07770 981454) If you would like to be involved and have spare time to give then why not volunteer to help? Please contact Lucy Donovan for more information on 01684 773292 or email bredon@live.co.

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the bird. To help minimise the number of birds that your cat catches, always fit a collar (the quick-release type) and bell as an RSPB study showed that this can reduce predation of birds by 41%.

Another common mistake made by people is to assume that an animal seen alone, apparently with no parent with it, has been abandoned or orphaned.

Although this is a possibility and each case must be assessed individually, certain mammals are left, sometimes for many hours, while mum goes off to find food.

Deer leave their fawns in what they consider to be a safe place e.g. in long grass, and hares give birth to their leverets in shallow dips in the ground, known as forms, where they are often left for long periods of time in between feeds. It is better to seek advice before touching any youngster (unless it is obviously injured) as interfering unnecessari-

ly can result in the animal being abandoned by the parent. Give us a call on 01386 882288 if you need any advice.

Wildlife across the UK is in trouble. This is the conclusion of a groundbreaking report published this week by a coalition of leading conservation and research organisations.

Scientists working side-by-side from 25 wildlife organisations have compiled a stocktake of our native species – the first of its kind in the UK. The report reveals that 60% of the species studied have declined over recent decades; more than one in ten of all species assessed are under threat of disappearing from our shores altogether. 3,148 species were monitored, of which 60% have declined over the last 50 years.

Urban wildlife has also suffered in recent years, mainly because of our desire for neat, paved and decked gardens, with far fewer ‘wildlife-friendly’ areas leading to a decline in invertebrates for animals such as hedgehogs, whose numbers have declined massively over the past 30 years.

Read their report at www.wildlifetrusts.org/ publications#state-ofnature The UK’s wildlife really does need your help now, before it’s too late for some species.

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EQUESTRIAN WHAT’S ON SUN 2nd JUNE: Unaffiliated Dressage, Abbey Dressage, Fiddington GL20 7BJ Tel: (01684) 293206.

FRI 7th & 21st JUNE: British Dressage Summerhouse Equitation Centre, Hardwicke GL2 2RG. Tel: (01452) 726633

SUN 2nd JUNE: North Ledbury Hunt Two Phase Horse Trials, Hilltop Cross Country,Ledbury.

Tel: (01531) 632630.

SUN 7th JULY: Unaffiliated Dressage, Abbey Dressage, Fiddington GL20 7BJ Tel: (01684) 293206.

TUES 4th, 18th, 11th & 25th JUNE: Senior British Showjumping, Summerhouse Equitation Centre, Hardwicke GL2 2RG. Tel: (01452) 726633

RIDING SCHOOLS: Tewkesbury Riding School, Twyning.

Off A438, opposite Puckrup Hall.

For details call Jo on 07879 027790.

SUN 30th JUNE: Malvern Pony Club One Daye Event.

Hilltop Cross Country,Ledbury.

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Festival will be biggest yet Thirty years on and bigger and better than ever, that is the success story that is Tewkesbury Medieval Festival, writes Peggy Clatworthy.

Last year the organisers battled against tremendous odds to keep going when most other events were cancelled due to the weather. This year they are hoping that the only battle on site will be the one between the houses of York and Lancaster.

For the first time banners made by local children at a workshop organised by the Roses Theatre will be part of the event. They will be carried by their makers as part of a dragon parade around the site, starting from the Bright Knight tent at 2.00pm on both days of the festival (Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th July).

Also new for this year will be the opportunity to try your hands at Medieval skittles, next to the beer tent selling Tewkesbury Festivale, specially brewed for the event by Goffs of Winchcombe.

The battle re-enactment takes place at 4.00pm on Saturday. Sunday’s battle is at 3.00pm, with the festival closing at 5.00pm.

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Danny Pettit and Adrian Keenan, boxers from Tewkesbury, will be in action at a fight night on Saturday 6th July.

‘The Road to Glory’ at Cheltenham racecourse is one of the biggest white collar boxing events in the area, and is being staged by local man Jake Jones’ Valhalla Fighting Promotions.

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CHAMPIONS ON PARADE Victorious Tewkesbury Town FC’s Sunday Team will parade their trophies through the town on an open top bus this month.

On Saturday 22nd June, at around 3pm, the bus will leave Tewkesbury School, head into the town centre and make a

couple of circuits of the High Street.

This season Town were crowned Evesham League Division three

Tewkesbury Town FC

champions, won the GFA County Cup, Evesham Bluck Cup and lost just one of 22 games in seven months.Jake Pettit notched up an amazing 62 goals on the way. Tewkesbury Town play their home games on Tewkesbury School's new astro turf pitch.

The club hopes that the parade will increase awareness of the team, encourage new players to join and possibly attract sponsorship from local businesses.

Tewkesbury Town run youth teams, mens’ Saturday and Sunday sides and also has a ladies’ section.