Tewkesbury Direct Magazine April 2020

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The shepherd's hut of the title is the location where Jaxie Clackton, a teenage boy ends up after a series of initial events that are covered in the first part of this unusual Australian story, which is recounted by Jaxie himself. We first meet him suffering not only some physical abuse from his father, who he works for, but also regular verbal insults; his mother, to whom he was close, having died some months earlier.

On finding his father crushed underneath his car, the jack having collapsed; he fears that he will be blamed. In their small town everybody knows everything, and their relationship is public knowledge. He sets off, on foot, in somewhat of a hurry taking many of the things he will need, but omitting to pack some other essentials. He is armed with a rifle, which he is more than proficient, for his age, at using.

He treks north for several days, the aim is to reach his girl friend and cousin Lee, and during this hike we learn about Jaxie and Lee, their childhood and how their unusual upbringings has brought them closer together. He reaches an old miner's hut where he stays for a few days, hunting, but he cannot keep his meat so plans to fetch salt. It is on this outing he arrives at the shepherd's hut, where he meets Fintan MacGillis, a retired Irish Catholic priest who lives out in this deserted location on the edge of the salt plain.

The story unfolds as their relationship develops from initial mistrust

by Jaxie, who thinks he

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The exact story is in part revealed.

Fintan is an odd character, but who would not be after living a solitary existence until a rather brash teenager turns up. Jaxie is always planning to move on but the days pass into weeks, and months until the wind changes which leads to a series of fairly brutal events which epitomise the harsh life that some inhabitants of Western Australia live.

This is not a story for those of a delicate disposition, equally it is not overly gruesome; it has it's fair share of Aussie slang, and swearing, but it does give a very clear view of rural life and whilst some of that continent is very sophisticated, there are vast swathes of land where human inhabitation has declined leaving a scarred landscape.

Jaxie's early life has also been scarred, how he and Fintan come together is a good read.

Tim Winton is a leading Australian writer, one who has received many plaudits, and rightly so for this his latest novel.

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ROLL UP! ALL THE FUN OF THE FAIR! Now in motion at Tewkesbury Museum, Mr Alfred Salt’s fabulous model fairground!

After two years hard work, volunteers at the museum are putting the finishing touches to the model fair which has been, on and off, part of Tewkesbury life for the past half century.

As displayed it consists of five major rides – Gallopers, Mini-cars, Chair-0-planes, Steam Yachts and a Big Wheel.

In addition, there are static rides, stalls, caravans and hundreds of people.

But this is only a part of the original display, hand made by Mr Salt in the 1950s, when, it was, he boasted, the “best in Britain”.

The fair was later given to Tewkesbury Council by a Councillor Husband and installed in the Town Hall basement.

It was declared open in 1968, but cramped and damp in the old police cells, it ran there for about a year, before gradually falling into disuse.

In the 1980s it was rescued and taken to the museum.

Tewkesbury Fair Society and the museum restored five of the rides, though without power.

Two years ago, the

museum decided to again restore the fair, this time with motors, lights and music. In addition, the whole display would occupy the ground floor front room, acting as a shop window display to attract people into the museum.

display, the room has been fitted with double glazing, background heating, new spotlights, carpets and information panels.

This is the start of a new phase for the museum, not only increasing the number of visitors,

but the first of several new projects; the anniversary of the battle in 2021, Raymond Priestley in Antarctica, Tewkesbury industry.

A credit to Alfred Salt, the museum and to all the volunteers who have been part of the project.

The backdrop

The result is, to be frank, stunning.

The rides are housed on a specially made table with explanatory panels on the front. Along the rear of the table top runs a specially created 3D streetscape of Tewkesbury in the 1950s, and on top sit the rides, stalls, caravans and a crowd of people.

Modern motors provide the motion, and a bespoke control system is activated by visitors push buttons; when complete, it will also handle lights and music.

All the fun of the fair.

This is a very ambitious scheme for a small museum, funded by very generous donations from individuals, charities and a bequest.

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PHARMACY MATTERS with Peter Badham

Helpful advice from your local pharmacist In these uncertain times, it is reassuring to know that your local pharmacy offers helpful advice, writes Peter Badham.

Badham Pharmacy already provides a free delivery service for all medications and we are seeing an uptake in demand.

We have suspended the process where our drivers had to receive a signature from the patient when they made the delivery, to reduce any possible spread of the virus.

Our drivers have been instructed to wash their hands each and every time they go to one of our pharmacies.

The vans have been issued with suitable wipes and products to ensure the vehicles are not contaminated.

Please inform our pharmacies if you think you might have the virus, we can still support you.

For patients who believe they might have the infection, our drivers can now leave the medication on the door mat, press the door bell, and wait in the van until the parcel is taken inside by the patient.

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macies for help and advice, we will do whatever we can to help.

We have a pharmacist available to speak to you from 7am to 10pm Monday to Saturday and Sunday 9am to 7pm on 01242 898030.

If you wish to contact me, my email is pss.badham@badhampharmacy.co.uk and my mobile number is 07837513492 As a company we have contingency plans and we will do our very best to ensure every patient receives their medication in a timely fashion To give you reassurance, we always hold over £1.2M of stock across our 21 branches and warehouse.

We have sixteen vans that can move stock from branch to branch as needed In the worst case scenario, should any item go into short supply, and if we could not obtain the item, we will consult your GP for possible alternatives.

Be aware that with good hygiene and com-

Peter Badham mon sense we can delay the spread of this infection .

Keep in regular phone or email contact with anyone that does enter the self-confinement stage, they need your support If you are over 65 and /or have the various health issues that might put you at risk , think careful about where you are going and who you might be coming into contact with.

I hope that this outbreak reaches its peak soon and that can all look forward to a fit and healthy summer.

Peter Badham

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THEN & NOW with John Dixon of Tewkesbury Historical Society

The Gourmet Garage The name Gyngell used to be synonymous with Garages in central Tewkesbury because two brothers were in the trade, writes John Dixon.

There was Fred, who operated the Central Garage at the Cross (now One Stop) whilst Bert had not only a cycle shop but also Abbey Garage, from 1920-1953, located on the corner of Church Street and St. Mary’s Lane.

It was later owned by Graham Wright, until he opened the garage still on the Ashchurch Road (now PJ Nicholls).

Younger people might be surprised to know that, when they dine at the Salerno Restaurant, it was - until 1991 - a garage repairing cars, with motor oil and grease instead of olive cooking oil.

In addition, in 1923 Mr Gyngell bought the right to operate a petrol pump over the pavement – in 1927 a car caught fire whist filling up!

By 1985 it was clear that garages no longer belonged to the centre of town, so it started being integrated with the Abbey Hotel next door.

Not surprising the restaurant’s first name was ‘Abbots’ and the restaurant and hotel are now as one since 1985.

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Artifacts from bygone days discovered during Barn Restoration Work has started on restoring an old Medieval Barn, annexed to the Berkeley Arms Pub at Tewkesbury Cross.

The work is being carried out in partnership with the pub and the, not for profit organisation, The Pub is the Hub, on the basis that the barn can be used as a community asset, for meetings, events, music and more.

Licensee Ron Winwood is keen to make readers aware of the restoration with a view to engage public support for it.

However, during preparatory clearance, items spanning many years was discovered behind a rubble wall.

These items include a Tewkesbury and District, Homing Pigeon certificate dated 1906, a

Gloucestershire Old Spot Pig Society Herdbook from 1921, a cash book from long gone Tewkesbury shop W.H. Wilkins amongst many other items.

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Unprecedented times “Unprecedented times” seems to be the key phrase at the moment and there's no better description for this completely surreal situation that we all find ourselves in at the moment, writes Amanda Orton.

It's a situation that you see in films; not real life!

It's a massive period of adjustment for us all.

We've all been hauled out of our comfort zones and plonked down in uncharted territories.

For so long, we have been used to having “What we want; when we want it” and temporarily, that has been suspended.

Sadly, we're seeing the greedy and selfish side of people in supermarkets, loading up their trolleys with far more than they need for a weeks shopping maybe they ought to introduce basket only shopping and take away the trolleys.

The flip side of that is the wonderful people who are taking care of others – doing their shopping, running errands etc.

And of course, everyone who is going above and beyond to keep the country running as healthily and normally as possible – our fabulous NHS staff, food chain employees (be nice to them please – they're doing a sterling job), postmen and delivery drivers and the many other tradesmen and women who are looking after us all.

A huge thank you to them all!

Life as we know it has been turned on it's head and many of us don't like change – me included – I never relish that new mobile phone at upgrade time for example.

The familiar pattern of our lives has been temporarily been put on hold, and we all have a new normal, so let’s use this as a wonderful

opportunity to rediscover ourselves and each other and try some different things.

It will be strange to have families thrown together more than usual, but as I write this, the sun is shining, which always helps.

Youngsters can get out into the garden to play; this could be a good time to teach them housekeeping and DIY skills.

Little ones could be entertained with a treasure hunt around the house – the prize being something as simple as bedtime being a little later for one night.

Take it in turns to cook and try new recipes if you can't get your usual groceries – you might discover your new favourite food!

Kids love to cook too – they could do a restaurant night for grown ups, including a simple menu card and waiter service too of course.

I can see picnics being the favoured dining experience this summer – if it's raining, have a picnic on a rug in the sitting room.

Don't forget to spoil yourselves with little treats – I shall be giving myself regular manicures and pedicures, and have bought some new colours of nail polish.

And exercise to get the serotonin going – dancing around the sitting room to your favourite music will get the feel good factor

pumping.

Take time to appreciate the good things too, like the gorgeous flowers that are blooming at the moment – there is still a lot of beauty around us.

And don't forget that it's okay to feel that this is all weird, because it is.

We're all going to react to this differently and that's okay too.

Look out for each other and take care of yourself too!

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Stunning Grade II Listed home with a detached annex; beautifully presented throughout combining modernity and character and offering much potential. As a whole it offers 5 bedrooms; 3 reception rooms; beautiful kitchen/breakfast room; utility; bathroom; shower room; downstairs wc; good sized private garden, far reaching views.

Pretty, pretty, pretty – a beautifully maintained detached Grade II Listed village cottage. 3 bedrooms; 2 reception rooms; study/ 4th bedrooms; kitchen/ breakfast room; bathroom; shower room; detached garage; pretty gardens.

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Pretty double fronted town centre cottage offering spacious accommodation. Lounge; open plan kitchen/dining room; utility room; downstairs wc; three good sized bedrooms and bathroom with separate shower. Rear garden; front cottage style garden; driveway parking. EPC tba.

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A beautifully presented and modern detached house. 3 bedrooms; master with ensuite; modern kitchen/ dining room; lounge; downstairs wc; single garage; family bathroom; garden; driveway parking. EPC tba.

A truly versatile and practical house offering exceptional town centre living. 4 bedrooms; master with ensuite; open plan kitchen/ dining/ family room; lounge; utility; integral garage; parking; courtyard garden. Walking distance of the High Street. EPC C.

This beautifully presented home is just 2 years old and ready to move straight into! 3 bedrooms; master with ensuite; dual aspect lounge; modern kitchen/ dining room; wc; upstairs bathroom; driveway parking; garden. EPC B.

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Popular style of property with its versatile and spacious layout. 3 bedrooms; master with ensuite; kitchen/ breakfast room; dining room; lounge; downstairs wc; upstairs bathroom; garden; garage with parking. EPC C.

Traditionally built semi detached home with south facing garden. 3 bedrooms; lounge/ dining room; kitchen; conservatory; family bathroom; detached single garage; ample driveway parking; carport; garden. EPC D.

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Town Centre

£160,000

This is a large, first floor apartment for the over 55s. 2 bedrooms; lounge/ dining room; modern kitchen; modern shower room; excellent communal facilities; unallocated parking; communal garden; on site day manager. EPC C.

£142,000

Beautifully light first floor maisonette for the retired over 55s. 2 bedrooms with fitted wardrobes; modern kitchen; lounge/ dining room; shower room; unallocated parking; on site day manager; communal gardens. EPC D.

£130,000

Located within a private alleyway, this ground floor apartment is a real gem! 2 good sized bedrooms; lounge/ dining room; modern kitchen; bathroom; courtyard garden with gated side access. EPC D.

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Newtown W.I.

ONE CAR TOO MANY? Maybe I can help. I’m Shaun Taylor, a local motor trade buyer, and I am always eager to buy, cars under 60,000 miles, up to a value of £10,000 and with a service history.

Cash is waiting, instant settlement, and I can come to you for an absolutely, no obligation offer.

I have helped many car owners to settle, and end, high repayment plans.

I have bought surplus family cars, from deceased estates, and from car owners who did not part exchange their last vehicle.

An unused vehicle at home can cause concern for some owners, if this is maybe you, why not call me?

I can visit, at your convenience, with a view to make a cash offer. My business has helped many local car owners.

Am I able to help you?

Please call me on 01242 680063.

Shaun Taylor Tewkesbury’s Approved Car Buyer

www.approvedcarbuyingcentre.co.uk Coombe Hill Service Station, Tewkesbury Road, Gloucestershire, GL19 4BD

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We should all be so grateful that organisations such as the Woodland Trust buy and preserve ancient woodlands.

John Heathcote a volunteer told us that England is the least wooded country in Europe and daily we are losing woodland to housing sites, road and rail routes.

Managing woodlands produces a great diversity of wildlife from flowers, fungi, insects and animals.

In these times of global warming and flooding areas of trees and hedges are of prime importance and should be preserved From his map it was clear to see that around Tewkesbury trees are very sparse yet daily we see trees and hedges being cut down.

Saplings are available from the Trust for groups to plant in suitable areas. Why not give it a go!

Due to current circumstances our meetings are cancelled until further notice.

We meet at Tirlebrook School starting at 7.30pm.

Please telephone 01684 291745 for more information.

• Fixed Fee New Build Conveyancing • Private and Commercial Property • 10% Discount for all Armed Forces Personnel

www.laneandco.co.uk

HELP FOR RESIDENTS

AUTOSPARES TEWKESBURY Will collect aNy Mobility scooter or rollator iN the teWkesbury area Free oF charge.

please call 01684 292679 Courtesy Scooter available if required.

We are also offering a “drive through” bulb and wiper blade change.

Pull up outside and stay in your vehicle, we will come to you.

Stuart Franklin Advert 24/03/2020 14:42 Page 1

TEWKESBURY | 12 Mitton Way | 01386 898989 EVESHAM | 7 Vine Street | 01386 898989 PERSHORE | 41 High Street | 01386 556506

INDEPENDENT ESTATE AGENTS

Mortgage Hub

NOW OPEN IN TEWKESBURY The new office at

Warner Austin Mortgage Services Mortgage & Protection Specialists Daren Austin 01684 355045 www.wabfinancial.co.uk For Free Mortgage Advice

12 Mitton Way with free parking, just outside.

Thinking of using an online estate agent?

Look know further, fee’s from £1000 + VAT

£695,000

£475,000

£369,000

APPLE COURT, BREDON

TIM ASH, BAUGHTON

We're pleased to present this beautiful detached property with annex situated in the heart of Bredon. The property boasts 3 bedrooms with ensuite to the master, kitchen/diner, conservatory, lounge with feature fire place, utility room and a well established 0.5 of an acre garden with Pergola seating area. The property offers modern flexible living with the self contained annex. Highly recommend viewings. EPC TBA.

This individual, spacious 4 double bedroom family home is set in a third of an acre on a quiet lane in a desirable village location. Offering flexible living accommodation to suit the needs of modern day living. A lounge with feature fireplace and patio doors to the garden add to the appeal. EPC E.

ARUNDEL ROAD, MITTON Immaculately presented extended property with three bedrooms with the potential for a fourth bedroom in the seond reception room downstairs.

Modern fitted kitchen with range style cooker/hob, and a well landscaped garden with summerhouse.

Ample of off-road parking. EPC D.

£360,000

£350,000

£245,000

ARLINGTON ROAD,TEWKESBURY Four bedroom detached family home is located in a sought after and desirable area. “Light and airy” living accommodation. 3 reception rooms to include the living room with its feature fireplace and patio doors opening onto the rear garden adding to the appeal. EPC D.

ROSEFIELD CRESCENT,TEWKESBURY 3/4 bed family home recently refurbished to a high standard to provide “bright and airy”, spacious open plan living accommodation. Modern fitted kitchen flows through to the lounge/diner with its feature log burner.

Conservatory. EPC TBA.

CHESTER CLOSE, APPERLEY Well presented family home offers a “bright and airy” feel with the lounge/diner having a bay window to the front aspect and patio doors to the rear garden. Modern fitted kitchen has integrated appliances and also benefits from a separate utility room. EPC D.

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Tewkesbury Garden Centre for all your gardening needs Wonderful plants, trees and shrubs to enhance your garden | Everything to grow your own vegetables Beautiful Garden Furniture - new ranges arriving daily Seeds, bulbs, planters & pots I No-bend veg trugs I Weber BBQs Poultry feeds | Selection of Horse feeds and bedding

Worcester Road, Mythe, Tewkesbury GL20 6EB | www.tewkesburygardencentre.com 01684 293103 | Open Mon-Sat 9am-5.30pm, Sun 10am-4pm (Closed Easter Sunday)

Take Away Service Now Available for Fresh, Home-cooked Food Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea • Sunday roasts • Vegetarian/healthy options • Daily specials Open Mon-Sat 9am-5.30pm, Sun 10am-4pm (Closed Easter Sunday) | Call 01684 299996 Visit www.tewkesburygardencentre.com for full details

Beautiful Wedding Flowers and Bouquets • Hand tied bouquets our speciality • Celebrations, funerals and special occasions • Flower Shed Open Mon-Sat 9am-5.30pm

FREE DELIVERY within a 4 mile radius

Order in store or online at

www.flowershedtewkesbury.co.uk Or call 01684 290288 Flower Shed at Tewkesbury Garden Centre Worcester Rd, Mythe, Tewkesbury GL20 6EB 16 - TEWKESBURY DIRECT

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SEVERN UNIT MVS RESPONDS TO UNUSUAL CALL OUT TO HELP A PARROT IN NEED! Severn Unit Maritime Volunteer Service had a most unusual call from Avon Lock Keeper Nicky Lancaster who needed to be taken across the rising floodwater to her lock house to check on her parrot Chip after she, her Husband and dog Buddy had been evacuated from their home some days previously.

Their parrot was left in said “We had to wait to the local sailing club Severn Unit managed to the house as they until the river level had when two cruisers broke get them to the safety of expected that they would dropped just enough for free from their moorings the marina before they return home very soon us to squeeze under and despite high winds were damaged.” but with water levels still King John’s Bridge so we increasing this was not could pick up the lock possible. keeper and take her across to her home at Avon Lock. We were relieved to find Chip the parrot sitting happily on an egg and were pleased we could reunite them both. This was one of our more unusual Chip the Parrot from requests for help we Avon Lock enjoying a snack have received as over Nic Lancaster said “A the years we have resmassive thank you to cued a number of dogs the Severn Unit MVS, I and their owners but rely on you to support never a parrot! The Unit the work I do with the has been keeping a conSevern Unit Member Russ Davidson and Head of Unit Avon Navigation Trust stant watch on the river Nic Price safely bringing Avon Lock Keeper Nicky but this was above and levels over the last few Lancaster across the floodwater to dry land after beyond! Getting me weeks and our members checking on Chip the Parrot safely across flooded have helped in a number ground, too deep and of ways ranging from strong flowing to wade offering assistance to a through, so I could local business who check on the Lock’s resneeded help putting ident parakeet: Chip. We stock above flood level, had to leave little Chip assisting householders (an 18 month old deploy flood defences Kakariki) when flood across their doors, carrywater surrounded our ing sand bags to homes house but with help and even transporting from the MVS I could people from the local check on her and top up Aschurch Station to the her food and water. Such Town when the buses a relief to know she’s could not run as many of “What a Tight Squeeze!” Severn Unit member Russ OK, the MVS really are a the roads suddenly Davidson on the helm of their Rigiflex dinghy just managing lifeline!” became under water. We to get under King John’s Bridge with the Avon well in flood Head of Unit Nic Price have just attended a call

Along with Gas and Electric Fires, Stoves and Surrounds we would like to introduce our outdoor range of beautiful and functional Kadai Barbecue Fire Bowls and Fire Pits.

Come in and see our stunning showroom display.

• Gas Fires

• Multifuel Stoves

• Wooden Surround

• Marble & Limestone Surround • Electric Fires

• Large Showroom established 1988

• Own Installation Team

Opening Times: Mon - Fri 10.00am - 5.00pm Sat: 9.00am - 1.00pm Sun: Closed

Units 18 and 19, Knightsbridge Business Centre, Cheltenham GL51 9TA On A4019 1/2 mile from M5 junction 10, close to Coombe Hill traffic lights

01242 680076

www.fireplacegalleryfires.co.uk

We accept all major credit cards

We are on the B4080

Country Store t.01684 772912 www.pandcountrystore.com

Tewkesbury/Bredon Road just by the motorway bridge.

We are operating under current government guidelines. Plenty of parking available.

SO MANY PRACTICAL PRODUCTS FOR RURAL AND COUNTRY FOLKS! Plenty of parking available and we’ll even carry larger purchases to your car.

Horse, Cattle, Sheep, Dog and Cat foods all in stock along with wild birdseed too, plus a range of winter outdoor clothing and footwear.

You are assured of a friendly welcome.

A range of Animal/Horse feeds and bedding always in stock.

In addition to a full range of agricultural tractor and machinery parts.

We are also stocking a full range of compact tractors, mowers and accessories for smallholdings and estates.

Safety Footwear Electric Fencing Ratchets And Straps Sealey Tools A Range of Power Tools Worklights • Oil Fluids/Lubricants Dashcams Strimmer Cord Battery Chargers Welding Supplies Toolboxes • Generators Overalls and Clothing Model Tractors Logsplitters Lawnmowers Strimmers Chainsaws ATV Quad Locks Towing Accessories Water Fittings Pressure Washers Fuel Containers Tractor Paint Cutting and Grinding Discs Boc Gas …and much much more!

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For up to date information and services over the coming weeks, please follow our social media!

At Halfords Traditional Butchers, we offer meats sourced and produced as locally as possible Open Monday - Friday 8.00am - 5.15pm Saturday 8.00am - 4.00pm

PROPERTY OF THE MONTH

£300,000 ORCHARD CLOSE, BREDON We’re proud to market this award winning home.

Built by Pye Homes in 2013 resulted in them winning NHBC builder of the year based on their energy efficiency and quality of build.

This bright and airy 3 bedroom link detached property in the sought after area of Bredon.

Self-isolation packs delivered to your door, ask for details.

Easter orders now being taken

Award Winning produce inclugin our GOLD Award home cured bacon, award winning sausages, black pudding, sausage rolls, black pudding, sausage rolls and much more • Homemade pork pies and gravy pies, sausage rolls, faggots and pasties cooked daily Established • Your stockist of British, free range and local produce 2007 including Gloucester Old Spot Pork • Seasonal game, exotics range and frozen fish selection also available as well as much more at your friendly local traditional butchers.

• Special offers available in store and bulk buy offers.

Now offering full BBQ selection along with our extensive range.

telephone: 01684 299 933 info@halfordsbutchers.co.uk www.halfordsbutchers.co.uk 45 High Street, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire GL20 5BH

The property offers a modern finish throughout, the fitted kitchen/diner is to a high standard with integral items such as dishwasher, double oven and hob. on the ground floor there is also a cloakroom and a good sized lounge with double doors to the garden.

Upstairs there are three bedrooms with the master featuring an ensuite shower room. On the first floor there is also the well appointed family bathroom, airing cupboard and access to the loft.

The property was built in 2013, and outlooks to woodland. Being located in a quiet village and a cul-de-sac it is ideal for families looking to get into the area for the great schools on offer. EPC D.

TEWKESBURY | 12 Mitton Way | 01386 898989 EVESHAM | 7 Vine Street | 01386 898989

INDEPENDENT ESTATE AGENTS PERSHORE | 41 High Street | 01386 556506

WHY BUY NEW, WHEN I CAN RESTORE? Furniture repolished or painted Kitchen unit doors repainted to any colour n Modern or old furniture restored n Specialist spray finishers n Staining & colouring FREE QUOTES – COLLECTION SERVICE – 30 YEARS’ TRADING n French polishing n Domestic and commercial work undertaken n n

THREE COUNTIES INTERIOR WOODFINISHERS Tel: 07470 431067 e: echrissi34@gmail.com Newton Farm, Ashchurch, Tewkesbury GL20 7BE

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SELF ISOLATION PACKS FOR HOME DELIVERY Tewkesbury Butcher Kevin Mace is offering ‘special isolation packs’ of meat, which can be delivered to the homes of those unable to visit his Barton Street shop.

Kevin said: “We would like to assure our customers that, at this difficult time, we are doing everything we can to ensure the wellbeing of our staff and customers.

“We are monitoring the situation daily, and take advice from the UK government and local health departments.

“In the food industry we have stringent cleaning protocols in place, but we will be taking

extra care over the coming months, paying particular attention to areas that customers come into contact with -such as counters and door handles.

“We have been over-

whelmed by people offering to help deliver our special isolation packs. They can be ordered by calling 01684 295002.

“Like many in Tewkesbury, we are an

independent shop offering excellent customer service who want to serve the community and our customers.

Please give all local businesses your support during this difficult time.”

www.swbbusinesssolutions.co.uk steve@swbbusinesssolutions.co.uk Unit 37 Basepoint Business Centre Tewkesbury Business Park Oakfield Close Tewkesbury GL20 8SD

01684 212041 07967 120072

Accountancy Bookkeeping Taxation Consultancy

American Star to reschedule Tewkesbury Concert Rising American folk star Rebecca Loebe has had to postpone her European tour due to the Coronovirus.

The bubbly singer songwriter was scheduled to play in Europe and the UK this month, including a penultimate show in Tewkesbury, Rebecca, who has appeared on the US edition of the hit TV show ‘The Voice,’ was looking forward to playing in the intimate setting of the Old Baptist Chapel, and her tour manager told Tewkesbury Direct that she is looking to reschedule the gig for next year.

Anyone who bought tickets online from WeGotTickets website can claim a refund if they haven’t already done so.

ALL SERVICES SUSPENDED The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway has suspended all train services for the time being, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Events lined up for April, including the ‘Easter Eggspress’ and ‘Wartime in the Cotswolds’ events have been cancelled.

A major landslip at Gotherington is currently being repaired too, and funds towards costs are being appealed for.

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THE TEWKESBURY DIRECT WORDSEARCH by Lenny Lexicon

DELIVERIES • Same day dedicated vehicles across the UK and Europe • Overnight parcels from £4.99 • All vehicles available from small van up to an artic • Available 24 hours a day 7 days per week

CALL US ON 01684 296677 or 07843 217545 email sales@robertsexpressdelivery.co.uk

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Test your brain power with the Tewkesbury Direct Word Search.

This month the puzzle conceals the names of twelve British Public Schools/Colleges: BEDALES CHARTERHOUSE ETON HARROW KEBLE LANCING MILLFIELD OAKHAM RADLEY RUGBY STOWE YARM Word Search Rules: The names in the word search grid may read vertically, horizontally and diagonally from left to right, right to left, bottom to top or top to bottom.

A touch of class for your home After ten years working in some of the finest homes, local craftsman James Bowers has established his own business to give that extra personal touch to his customers.

From bespoke garden buildings to hand-crafted kitchens and superb wooden flooring, James specialises in all aspects-of first and second fit carpentry. Over the years he has come up with innovative hand-built storage solutions, and earned himself a just reputation for reliability as well as the very highest levels of joinery and carpentry. He can also fit timber, aluminium and uPVC doors and windows in all shapes and sizes.

Whatever project you are planning for 2020, give James a call on 07496 686470. Check out some examples of his work below!

James Bowers

Re-pointing and repairs of masonry using both lime and cement based mortars ~ Working on new, old and historic buildings to repair masonry and to cut out and re-point where cement based mortars have been used instead of traditional lime mortar ~ Damaged stone and brick repairs ~ Telephone:

07525 or976940 01684 298029

Local Craftsmanship at its best All aspects of first and second fit carpentry • Over ten years experience • Kitchen fitting • Window and door installations • Fitted wardrobes • Flooring • Home renovations Friendly, local, reliable service • Free quotations

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TAG Estate Agents Advert 24/02/2020 10:15 Page 1

Walton Cardiff

Tirley

Bredon

Bredon

Town

Mitton

TAG have hit the ground running, this is a small selection of sales agreed in 2020, if you are thinking of moving contact our experienced, local and professional team.

“110% recommend Tag Estate Agents, they have guided us through a fairly challenging process, with excellent communication and knowledge, friendliness, commitment and a sense of humour. Not sure how we would have coped without this hardworking team, who have gone above and beyond to see the process through! Special thanks to Christa, who I’ve spoken to at least once a week for the past 10 months! Thanks guys!”

Mrs S.C - Kemerton

Northway

Walton Cardiff

Town

Newtown

Bredon

Bredon

Tewkesbury: The Ancient Grudge, 15 High Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5AL. Tel. 01684 275276 Fax. 01684 276661 Walton Cardiff: 4 Columbine Road, Walton Cardiff, Tewkesbury, GL20 7SP. Tel. 01684 295417 Fax. 01684 851780 www.tagestateagents.co.uk | info@ancientgrudge.co.uk

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LOCAL SHOPS EASE THE EFFECTS OF FOOD SUPPLY Tewkesbury’s large number of local food and provision outlets have helped immensely, to ease some of the shortages reported from some of the large supermarkets.

MISS MUFFET’S DELICATESSEN 101 Church Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5AB

These include shops on Tewkesbury estates, petrol stations, farm shops, rural food stores, and more.

Owners are very

pleased to see this fresh influx of business, and are eager to welcome new customers, to try great quality products, enjoy friendly service,

support local jobs, and see the benefits feeding back into the local economy.

For the benefit of all, we are publishing details

of these local suppliers and where to find them throughout the magazine this month, we hope you find these listings helpful.

150 High Street, Tewkesbury

FREE BOOK DELIVERY SERVICES Looking for something to read?

Ring 01684 438385 and let us know the genre of book you like, your address, and we will deliver a selection of three books to your door.

TWYNING VILLAGE SPAR SHOP Twyning Green GL20 6DF

NORTHWAY STORES 22 Lee Road, Northway GL20 8QF

ONE STOP 1 Church Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5PA

THE CO OP Northway Lane, Tewkesbury GL20 8AH

KEVIN MACE QUALITY BUTCHER Barton Street, Tewkesbury

DRAPERS, SPAR Church Street, Bredon GL20 7LA

COSTCUTTER Wheatpieces Centre, Walton Cardiff GL20 7SP

WARNERS BUDGENS Mitton Manor Garage, Tewkesbury GL20 5DA

FREE OF CHARGE

01684 438385 Open 9am-5pm Monday-Saturday

Suppliers of the finest British meats to the retail and catering trade.

Isolation Boxes Available 81/82 Barton Street Tewkesbury Tel. 01684 295002 @KevinsButchers 22 - TEWKESBURY DIRECT

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Offering free delivery to elderly, vulnerable and anyone in need

LONDIS Texaco Service Station, Teddington Hands GL20 8NE WOODY’S FRUIT AND VEG 18 Mitton Way, Tewkesbury GL20 8AN

P J NICOLLS SPAR SHOP 3 Ashchurch Road, Tewkesbury GL20 8DT

TEDDINGTON STORES Teddington Hands, Evesham Road GL20 8NE

A piece of advice for testing times, from Laurence Mills, Landlord of the Cross House Tavern.

FRESH MEAT, FRUIT, VEGETABLES, BREAD HALFORDS BUTCHERS 45 High Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5BH

AVAILABLE IN STORE

Daily deliveries of fresh bread from local fine French baker, La Parisienne.

Butchery Deals - 2lbs Dry-Aged Stewing Steak £6.99 2lbs Dry-Aged Steak Mince £6.49 H/made Old-Spot Sausage & H/cure Bacon,

Enjoy 100% Organic fruit and veg this year from Riverford Organic Farmers.

The best Cheeses from miles around, biscuits, Chutneys, Torta and fruits for cheese.

STOKE ORCHARD COMMUNITY STORES Armstrong Road, Stoke Orchard GL52 7SB

COSTCUTTER Queens Road, Priors Park GL20 5EN

HOT PORK BAPS NOW IN-STORE Old-Spot Pork, served with stuffing & apple sauce

Our dry aged meat is like nothing you have tasted before. Very tender and a sublime flavour.

FOOD HALL BUTCHERY COFFEE SHOP

PREMIER EXPRESS MITTON CONVENIENCE STORE 16A Mitton Way, Tewkesbury GL20 8AN

Our Deli is full of treats including wholesome pies, cooked ham and Deli meats.

Teddington Hands (Roundabout), Evesham Road, Teddington, Glos GL20 8NE 01386 725400 www.teddingtonstores.co.uk

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DISTANCE: APPROX 3.5 MILES. IMPORTANT: PLEASE ADHERE TO HEALTH ADVICE OR RESTRICTIONS THAT MAY BE IN PLACE

RAMBLING AROUND: ALDERTON AND DUMBLETON HILLS with Jack B. Walker A walk up into the woods on Alderton Hill is very pleasing at this time of year, when the woodland flowers are springing back into life, writes Jack B. Walker.

Park with care on the outskirts of Alderton, (if there is space, near the

playing field), or in the village centre - with respect to local residents.

From the Beckford Road, take the path north along the side of a field towards a gap, and then follow the Winchcombe Way marker diagonally left across a field to a stile in a

hedge (1).

Keep the same line across the next field to another stile and over a footbridge, taking the route towards the corner of the woods which are clearly visible on Alderton Hill (2).

As the hedge gets closer, look for the stile

on the right, go over it and across towards the stile into the woods (3).

Follow the path through the trees as it skirts around the base of the hill. the Dumbleton Estate.

At the end of the wood, go through the gate and across a mead-

ow to reach a five bar gate with a stile beside it (4).

Do not head towards the farm, or take the footpath ahead - but turn right and follow the blue bridleway markers up a steep slope towards another five bar gate.

Go through and back into the wood, following the bridleway as it continues to climb.

Eventually the bridleway meets a lane coming up from Dumbleton.

Turn right, and at the signpost follow the

directions down the hill to Alderton (5).

The steep descent takes you across a lane (6) and then down over a field with the hedge to your left.

Go over a footbridge (7) and along the field boundary.

Cross a stile into a paddock (8) and through a kissing gate into an alleyway, which brings you back into Alderton.

At the road (9) turn right to return to the playing field.

DUNLOP SAFETY WELLINGTONS List price £20.22 Offer price

£13.79

BROWN GOODYEAR WELT BOOTS List price £46.49 £29.99 Offer price

DEALER SAFETY BOOTS List price £44.03 Offer price

£28.99

DUNLOP NON-SAFETY WELLINGTONS List price £11.59 £8.36 Offer price (inc. VAT)

*All prices include labour, materials, consumable and VAT *Additional charge for fluid changes of antifreeze, gear oil, brake fluid *£5.00 surcharge on fully synthetic oil vehicles *10% extra for 6 and 8 cylinder cars *Fixed price excludes 4x4 vehicles

s eat Deal Same Gr iendly Same Ferrvice S

We aim to service/repair your vehicle to the highest standard at the lowest price

MOT Testing Class 4 Same Day Appointments Free Re-Test (within 10 working days)

COURTESY CARS AVAILABLE We have now returned to our completely refurbished workshops and new MOT Testing Station at

UNIT 2, CYMBIO BUSINESS CENTRE NORTHWAY LANE, TEWKESBURY GL20 8JG Established 1991

Northway Lane, Newtown Trading Estate, Tewkesbury

Tel (01684) 297722

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Folly Gardens Mobile Veterinary Service: a valuable resource for the local community With all the understandable concerns regarding Coronavirus and social distancing, I wanted to write about a mobile veterinary service we have available at Folly Gardens Vets.

Our mobile veterinary clinic is a fully equipped consulting room on wheels and is a consideration should anyone require a home visit.

We originally set up this service as we recognised that many owners, and indeed pets, can struggle with travelling to veterinary practices.

With the current concerns around Coronavirus, the recommendation for social distancing and the need for pets to still be examined and treated we feel that the mobile clinic can be a valuable resource to the local community.

With prior arrangement and as long as it is safe to do so for all involved, we can drive it to most locations in Tewkesbury and the surround areas and park up outside your home.

Our vet and qualified veterinary nurse then examine and treat your pet in the

Brad Cooper

fully equipped mobile veterinary room whilst you remain in the home and on the phone to us.

This enables you to receive the same level of care and service that you would receive by coming into the surgery without the need for

social contact.

For more details please call the surgery on 01684 292244 or visit our website www.follygardens.com Wishing you and your pet well.

Brad and the team at Folly Gardens Vets

Your Local, Independent Veterinary Clinics Folly Gardens Veterinary Clinic, 12 Columbine Rd Walton Cardiff, Tewkesbury GL20 7SP

Telephone: 01684 292244 We’re also at Bishop’s Cleeve and Cheltenham - www.follygardens.com TEWKESBURY DIRECT - 25

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MEET YOUR LOCAL PRODUCERS

WHAT’S GREEN ON THE LOCAL SCENE with Cate Cody PLEASE NOTE access will be subject to current restrictions put in place due to the Coronavirus pandemic.

Please follow the guidelines to ensure your own safety as and the health of others. Events may be cancelled or postponed.

PANACHE Indian Restaurant Specialists in freshly prepared Bangladeshi & Indian Curry, Balti & Tandoori Dishes Opening Hours Lunch 12 noon - 2.00pm - Evening 5.30pm - 11.30pm

Dear Customers - Find our

extensive takeaway menu on Facebook - make your selection and

Call 01684 299584

Deb Gilder of Teddington Stores

“Hope to see you all soon” - Tipu 61 High Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5BJ

At The Royal Oak, Main Road, Bredon, Tewkesbury GL20 7LW Restaurant Opening Times Mon 5.30pm-10pm Wed to Sun (Tues Closed) Lunch: 12pm-2.30pm Dinner: 5.30pm-10pm THAI SET LUNCH 2 Courses £9.95 Take Away Collection 10% Off Delivery service within 3 miles Pub open every day from noon except Monday & Tuesday open from 3pm

Currently meeting demand Just to let all our lovely customers know that we intend to stay open throughout this difficult period. writes Deb Gilder of Teddington Stores.

We are doing lots of extra cleaning to try and keep everyone safe and well.

If you are concerned about coming into the store, we are happy to take your order and payment over the phone and you can pick your shopping up outside the store.

We are also looking at providing a local delivery service for those of you who become housebound.

We are in contact with the Teddington and

Alstone Parish. We would welcome contact with other local parishes to make sure that everyone in our community is taken care of at this unprecedented time.

You’ll find the store on Teddington Hands roundabout. The entrance is off the A435, with plenty of free parking right outside.

See our website www. teddingtonstores.co.uk Any questions please call the store on 01386 725400. Keep well.

Deb Gilder

Quay Street, Tewkesbury

01684 293220 Mon-Tues: 11.45-14.00 and 17.00-22.00 Wed-Fri: 11.45-14.00 and 17.00-23.00 Sat: 11.45-14.30 and 17.00-23.00

Chinese Restaurant & Take-Away DELIVERY SERVICE AVAILABLE

All takeaway food is served in cardboard boxes.Your food stays warmer for longer,easier to hold and eat, and no washing up!

01684 293714 or 07724 630083

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Tewkesbury Fryer FISH & CHIPS, KEBABS AND BURGERS Gluten-free batter & pizzas now available every day Columbine Road, Walton Cardiff

STONE WILLY’S PIZZA

01684 290888

Exceptional quality Indian food with very traditional flavours

Mon & Tues: 17.00-22.00 Wed-Sat: 12.00-14.00 and 16.30-22.00 DELIVERY AVAILABLE WED-SAT FROM 17.00 UNTIL 21.00

in specified areas within 3 mile radius of Tewkesbury

All takeaway food is served in cardboard boxes.Your food stays warmer for longer,easier to hold and eat, and no washing up!

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RECYCLING IN TEWKESBURY The Town Hall is now a collection point for: 1. Toothpaste tubes, toothbrushes and dental floss packaging.

2. Plastic rings that hold together 4 or 6 pack drinks cans.

3. Medical supplies out of date but sealed bandages, ice packs etc - these will be sent to Vale Wildlife. All items can be taken to the Town Hall during opening hours, or posted through the letterbox when shut.

Money raised from items 1 & 2 will go to the Mayor's Charities.

WATER REFILL STATION - instead of buying a single-use plastic bottle, you can now refill your water bottle at the Town Hall in the Hugh Street during opening hours.

TEWKESBURY NATURE RESERVE. Annual membership is now available! (£6 single, £10 joint, £12 family) contact supporters @tewkesburynaturereserve.org.uk.

Anyone interested in volunteering get in touch - email info@tewkesburynaturereserve.org.uk BNATURAL REFILL SHOP Save unnecessary plastic packaging by filling up your containers. Barton Street, Tewkesbury www.bnaturaloil.co.uk/ refill/ MARINA COURT offers lots of different activities open to members of the wider com-

munity, contact Lesley on 01684 273360 OPTIMISTS - Meet every Tuesday 9.30am-10.30am for refreshments, chat, occasional speakers and day trips. Come and get to know your neighbours and make new friends. Venue Prior’s Park Chapel. Contact sheilaroymiles@gmail. com STONEHILLS COMMUNITY GROUP - the group meets for walks, coffee, evening drinks, litter picking etc.

Contact catecody99@g mail.com PLASTIC FREE COMMUNITY we’ve applied to gain this status for Tewkesbury see www.facebook.com/pla sticfreetewkesbury/ PRIORS PARK NEIGHBOURHOOD PROJECT Currently have an excellent PPNP Sheds project making items from reclaimed pallets DROP IN SESSIONS - Mondays – Job Club/Careers Advice and Art and Chat, both 10am–12pm; Wed – Free advice drop ins with Citizen’s Advice Bureau 9.30–11.30am & housing advice with GreenSquare Housing 10am–12pm. ruth@pp np.co.uk 01684 290069 priorsparkneighbourhoodproject.co.uk WORLD LITTER CLEAN UP is taking place throughout April 2020 - get in touch with the Tewkesbury Litter Pickers, or start your own local group.

CLIMATE AWARENESS AND SUSTAINABILITY EVENT. Saturday 30th May, 10am-4pm Tewkesbury Town Hall. the event is being organised by Friends of the Earth.

VALE WILDLIFE: AN APPEAL Vale Wildlife Hospital & Rehabilitation Centre at Beckford has never been a wealthy charity and has basically survived 'hand to mouth' for 36 years.

Vale does not have the financial reserves to enable the charity to survive through a sustained period of reduced income.

Please do whatever you can to support Vale Wildlife through what is going to be, at best, a hugely challenging time.

Please help the centre to continue helping Britain's wildlife. You can finding Vale Wildlife on Facebook, Twitter or visit the website www.valewildlife.org.uk where you can find out ways in you might help or donate.

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3: Which Scottish football teams plays its home games at Easter Road?

1: By which name is the Polynesian Island Rapa Nui, a province of Chile, known in English?

4: What name is given to the Thursday before Good Friday in the Christian church calendar?

2: Which flower is known as Oster Glocken (Easter Bells) in the German language?

5: Which type of cake is traditionally eaten at the end of Lent/Easter?

6: Who was born on St Georges Day, 23rd April 1564 and died on 23rd April 1616?

ANSWERS: 1. Easter Island 2. Daffodil 3. Hibernian 4. Maundy Thursday 5. Simnel Cake 6. William Shakespeare.

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

BROWN’S GARDEN RESTAURANT OFFER HOME COOKED FOOD DELIVERY TO THE TEWKESBURY AREA Brown’s Garden Restaurant, based within Tewkesbury Garden Centre at Mythe on the Worcester Road, has started a delivery service for their fresh home-cooked meals.

All meals are prepared in a five star food hygiene standard kitchen by fully trained staff.

A spokesperson for Brown’s said: “To help keep the community going, we are providing

the meals with the absolute minimum of profit, because we know how difficult times are

Staff at Brown’s Garden Restaurant

financially at the moment.

“We will also be able to keep our staff working, and will be supporting local producers and suppliers from the area to help their trade also.”

There will be free, daily deliveries in and around Tewkesbury, and a drive through collection service (with minimal contact) will be available too.

Browns is open 9am to 5.30pm MondaySaturday and from 10am to 4pm on Sundays (excluding Easter Sunday).

See advert on page 16 of this issue for more about Browns - or call 01684 299996 for information or to order.

Website www.tewkesburygardencentre.com

CATS OF THE MONTH with The Cats Protection League

FRANKIE AND HOLLY Frankie

Hi my name Frankie and my ginger sister is Holly, we are both 10 years old and still very lively as we like to chase each other around the house.

I am more of a lap cat than Holly and more vocal but in a nice way, you could say I just like ro natter. We are very much a pair who like to come and go as we please. We would like to be adopted together as we have never been apart.

If you would like to meet us please contact Shirley on 07851 208048 who would prefer texts as she works unpredictable hours but will call you back.

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TAKEAWAYS TO THE RESCUE Many commercial kitchens in Tewkesbury’s takeaways, restaurants, and pubs are supplying more dinners at home, in the area, than ever before during this epidemic.

They are providing a businesses and their and can really help you much needed and valutelephone numbers for in these awkward times, able service and more readers convenience and it may give many a new outlets are turning quite a few will offer chance to try something their hand to meeting home delivery too. new. the rising demand.

These businesses are Please use them.

We are listing the rising to the challenge

FISH & CHIPS Abbey Fryer 69 Barton Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5PY T. 01684 292365 Bredon Village Fish & Chips Unit 1, Station Drive, Bredon, GL20 7EL T. 01684 773181

Kingfisher 1 Quay Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5BE T. 01684 293220 Delivery available Order online or via Foodbooking app Pearl of Northway 26 Lee Road, Northway, Tewkesbury, GL20 8QF T. 01684 294658 Delivery available

The Fishnet 116 High Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5JY T. 01684 276186 The Tewkesbury Fryer 6 Columbine Road, Walton Cardiff, Tewkesbury, GL20 7SP T. 01684 290888 Delivery available Order online or via Foodbooking app

CHINESE, CANTONESE & THAI Eastern Thai Royal Oak Pub, Main Road, Bredon, GL20 7LW T. 01684 772616 Delivery available Glory Garden 8 Columbine Road, Walton Cardiff, Tewkesbury, GL20 7SP T. 01684 298288 Delivery available

Hing Wah 12 Barton Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5PP T. 01684 292373

Lotus 42 Barton Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5PR T. 01684 293581

New Wok 28 Lee Road, Northway, Tewkesbury, GL20 8QF T. 01684 290250 Delivery available Tewkesbury area

Uncle Chen The Crown Inn, Mythe Road, Shuthonger, Tewkesbury, GL20 6EF T. 01684 293714

INDIAN & BANGLADESHI Crystal Rivers 117/118 High Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5JY T. 01684 295226 Delivery available Mezbaan 69-70 Church Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5RX T. 01684 294353 Delivery available Panache 61 High Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5BJ T. 01684 299584 Rajshahi 121 High Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5JU T. 01684 273727 Delivery available

Our take away delivery service has been geared up to serve more customers in their own home.

Visit: www.mezbaan.uk click takeaway menu A menu PDF will download to your device, select a great meal, make your order and we can deliver.

The Eastern Eye Tandoori 21 Barton Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5PR T. 01684 290668

PUBS Wetherspoons Royal Hop Pole Church Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5RS Pizza to takeaway

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CAFES

FEED ME CLUB 3 meals for £15 delivered each week.

Register online at tillysoftewkesbury.co.uk Tilly’s will call you to take your order. £15 per week for 3 healthy freezable meals 3 mile radius of Tewkesbury - Free Delivery to your doorstep

Menu (choose your 3 meals) Chicken pie, mash and fresh vegetables.

Beef lasagne, salad and garlic bread.

Sausages in red wine, onion gravy, mash and fresh vegetables.

Chicken korma, rice and naan bread.

Roast vegetables, pasta bake and salad.

Vegetable lasagne, salad and garlic bread.

T. 01684 275068

Jelly Roll Cafe 17 Barton Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5PP T. 01684 292322 Full home cooked menu Tillys Tearoom 83 Barton Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5PY T. 01684 275068 Home cooked food

PIZZA Best Takeaway 98 Church Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5RS T. 01684 291151 Delivery available via Just Eat Chicago Pizza 58-59 High Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5BJ T. 01684 291151 Delivery available

OTHER Browns Garden Restaurant at Tewkesbury Garden Centre Worcester Road, Mythe, Tewkesbury, GL20 6EB Home cooked menu Caffe e Vino 78 Church Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5RX T. 01684 491078 Mainly pasta (no pizza) Crumpets 7 St Marys Lane, Tewkesbury, GL20 5SL T. 01684 292906 Order before 11am for non contact delivery between 4pm and 8pm Mon-Fri

Gupshill Manor Gloucester Road, Tewkesbury, GL20 5SY T. 01684 292278 The Hut Teddington Hands, Nr Tewkesbury, GL20 8NE T. 01242 509797 Miss Muffet’s Delicatessen 101 Church Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5AB T. 01684 273593 Subway 46 High Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5BH T. 01684 297494 Delivery via Just Eat

Our take away delivery service has been geared up to serve more customers in their own home.

Visit: www.rajshahirestaurantltd.co.uk click takeaway menu A menu PDF will download to your device, select a great meal, make your order and we can bring it to you.

Our gesture to you during these testing times, delivery to you, free of charge!

Domino's 102 High Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5JZ T. 01684 273337 Non contact delivery available Turquaz 43 High Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5BH T. 07982 972555 Delivery available

*Delivery distance at discretion of Restaurant, minimum spend may apply.*

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CHARLES & BERRY HAIR AND BEAUTY

Our philosophy is to make you look and feel amazing

New creative hair and beauty salon opens in Eckington Charles & Berry is a vibrant, hair and beauty salon recently opening, in the superbly appointed premises at number 1 Tewkesbury Road, Eckington.

Owner, Jenny Openshaw has an experienced team, dedicated to offering the best in creative hairstyling, whilst using Vegan styling products, wedding hair and make up packages for Brides and Bridesmaids are a speciality.

For beautiful hands and feet, the Charles & Berry Nail bar is the place to relax and enjoy manicures, pedicures, gel nails and nail art.

We use 100% vegan and cruelty free products developed out of love for animals.

10% off with this advert offer ends 30th April 2020 1 Tewkesbury Road | Eckington | Pershore | WR10 3AW Tel 01386 750383 Email salon@charlesandberry.com

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For customers seeking cosmetic aesthetics, dermatological help and medical advise, specialist Dr Chambers of Cotswold Cosmetics will be available by appointment.

Jenny adds “My introduction into the hair and beauty industry began with one of the word’s

leading brands. I was taught from an early age that customer satisfaction comes from innovation, creativity and an eagerness to learn. I have over 17 years of experience in the industry. I am a Wella Master Colour Expert and specialise in bridal hair and make-up.

“Our salon means so much to me, so I really

wanted to put love and meaning into its name.

My two children are my main inspiration, their energy, creativity and passion has had a huge influence on my career... so ‘Charles & Berry’ is for them.

“Do pop in for a new idea or discover a great new look with us very soon, we all look forward to seeing you.”

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TEWKESBURY MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL 2020 It is with great regret that the decision has been made to cancel this year’s festival. This is following the advice of the Government on mass gatherings.

We, the Directors of the Festival, are deeply indebted to all the re-enactors, traders and caterers as well as our valiant and hard-working crew, who come to the event and help us make it the popular, fabulous event it has become.

We would also like to extend our thanks to our Landlords: Tewkesbury Borough Council, Tewkesbury Park Hotel, the Gupshill Manor, etc, as well as the local traders who support us by means of advertising in our programme, and/or sponsoring us.

We are also aware that there are many members of the public who come regularly to support us, some of whom help with the unenviable, but necessary, task of bucket-rattling. A big thank you.

We sincerely hope to make the event in 2021 even bigger and better. It will be Tewkesbury’s big year - 900 years since the consecration of Tewkesbury Abbey and 550 years since the Battle of Tewkesbury (1471). Save the dates - Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th July 2021.

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OSTEOPATHY ADVICE with Katie Hogg, Two Rivers Osteopathy Sciatica is a firm favourite self-diagnosis for many people. Pain in the leg is often blamed on sciatica. So, what really is sciatica?

The sciatic nerve, is a large nerve which stems from 5 nerves from the back. These all join together to become the sciatic nerve which is about as thick as a finger.

This nerve then travels down the back of the thigh, the back of the lower leg and into the outside of the foot. It has many nerves which branch off from it on the way so by the time it gets to the foot it is a fairly thin nerve.

The term “Sciatica”, literally means “irritation of the sciatic nerve”.

Osteopathically the diagnosis “Sciatica” does not tell you where this nerve is being irritated.

This could be from the lumbar spine, the pelvis, through the buttock musculature or the hamstrings.

True sciatica includes pain travelling down the whole length of the nerve from lower back, down the back of the leg, all the way to the outside of the foot.

The underlying cause still needs to be established in order to treat

SCIATICA this effectively. There are many ways in which to treat this condition and after being in practice for 12 years I am still waiting to find two cases of this condition which respond in the same way to treatment.

Sciatica is not a onesize-fits-all diagnosis.

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MEZBAAN THE TAKEAWAY Tewkesbury’s newest fine Indian dining restaurant opened to many accolades, social media recently, being an instant hit with diners.

Due to Government restrictions, Mezbaan can only cook and serve takeaway food for the time being, but the owners are eager to serve the same menu that they describe as “A gastronomic experience, which will take the diner into a world of exotic spices and flavours, the signature dishes on the menu reflect this, and include, Lobster, Crab and Sea Bass along with

a host of other delights.”

To order food, log on to www.mezbaan.uk, check out the delicious menu, it will download

on to your phone then call 01684 294353 to make your order, and make the most of a great meal at home.

Tour guide on a phone!

Project Alleycat have developed a virtual guide to Tewkesbury’s historic alleys.

The new app features: A map of the alleys, Directions, Introduction to alleys, Brief history of each alley – in text or speech and 3 Walking Tours.

The app is now available and FREE to download and use for iPhone and iPad, with no adverts!

Android app coming soon.

Bluebell Walk

At the time of writing we have our popular Bluebell Walk arranged to take place on Sunday 26th April from the cricket pavilion on Bushley Green [GL20 6JB] starting at 2.30.

The 2 mile walk is on tracks through the privately owned woods, by permission of the landowners, and is usually followed by an excellent afternoon tea at the cricket club for £5 per person. There are acres of bluebells in the woods to admire, which are stunning if we are lucky enough to get a sunny day.

There is a lot of uncertainty because of the coronavirus outbreak at the moment so please check that it is still going ahead nearer the date by phone 01684 292350 or email tim.perry22@gmail.com.

We are looking for more ladies to join our cricket team; practises are held on the Green on Monday evenings at 6.30 when the pitch is dry enough, soon surely! By Tim Perry.

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Synergy Racing complete successful pre-season test in Almeria Tewkesbury’s newly formed Synergy Racing Team and 17-year-old rider Charlie Atkins have just returned from Spain after completing a very positive four-day pre-season test in Almeria.

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Team owner Graham Carter has been a keen motorcycle fan for many years and worked in the paddock with Charlie a few years back when the youngster was riding a Moto3 bike in the British Superbike Championship.

With Carter now having formed his own team, Atkins will start the season racing their Kawasaki 636 in the No Limits 600cc championship next weekend, a nine event series on some of the best circuits in the UK, following which, the aim is to obtain enough financial backing to compete in the Quattro Group British Supersport Championship, a support class of British Superbikes, starting in April.

The first day of testing was spent learning the track and finding a base setting for suspension and gearing. The track was completely new to both rider and team.

The following morning, they were up early and back in action with

the team making numerous large and small scale changes to the various bike settings, gaining valuable feedback from the rider.

Day three saw a new chain fitted, another gearing adjustment and

plan was to just do the morning session and pack up and head back to the UK. However, a series of red flags early on had brought about little progress from the first session.

With plenty of data in

Charlie Atkins on the Kawasaki 636 with Graham Carter and the Synergy Racing Team a new set of tyres.

Atkins was instructed to up the pace as he took to the circuit with some big names, such as, Taylor Mackenzie and James Hillier. Atkins continued to provide precious information to the team, who in turn were able to make further adjustments. This saw Charlie set some impressive lap times.

On the final day the

the bag Graham Carter was reluctant to risk a big accident in the last session but under pressure from the more than eager young Atkins, he relented. Atkins made no mistake and although he was lapping on tyres beyond their optimum he went and sent his fastest laps of the weekend and brought the bike back in one piece.

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Graham Carter said, “The test was better than I could have expected. We are a new team and although I know Charlie well, he has limited experience on this bike. However, he was able to provide some really useful feedback as to how the bike was handling that enabled us to make the necessary adjustments he wanted. I was very impressed at how well he was able to relay what was happening on track so we were able to make some important progress.”

“The test couldn’t have gone any better

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MY PILGRIMAGE FOR THE HOMELESS by By Chris O’Grady Back in March 2010 I set off on a four month walk of 1,200 miles from Pershore, Worcestershire that ended in Rome Italy.

Bless Jill my wife of these last nine years, as together now living in Tewkesbury we have worked out a plan that will allow me to spend

six weeks walking on my own the complete 627 miles of the South West Coast Path.

I begin in Bournemouth on the 30th March with the plan to end at Minehead on 5th May 2020.

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ple and families “living rough”, while at the same time personally intend to rely on the “kindness of strangers” with occasional requests for couchsurfing or hospitality to support my “Pilgrimage for the Homeless”.

I am also working on giving talks to local groups in the South West as I pass through about my experience of Walking to Rome, one man four pairs of underpants and 1,200 miles to go.

Money raised at these talks will be given directly to local charities helping the homeless “The Homeless” for whom I am raising money are those we all see on the streets of the towns where we live and work, as well as those around the world, often

refugees made homeless through war, political unrest or environmental disasters.

All contributions made to my “Pilgrimage for the Homeless” will be passed directly to charities and professionallyrun organizations that support those people who have no home.

The world is my country, all mankind are my brethren, and to do good is my religion.

Thomas Paine 17371809 Donations can be made via my JustGiving page https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/apilgrimageforthehomeless.

Thank you on behalf of all those people we might never meet, but who will be touched by your generosity.

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ON STREET PARKING letters from locals

RELIEF AFTER PARKING PLAN FOR TOWN IS SUSPENDED Readers have written in following the recent Gloucestershire County Council proposal to introduce a permit and parking meter system in Tewkesbury, the introduction of which has now been suspended.

I would just like to thank everybody personally for taking time out to appeal against this as I know there seem to be no benefits to our town and the permit system could be oversubscribed, also the turn out for Watson Hall with the two town councillors was fantastic. Well done everybody.

Emma Hasa, Tewkesbury

traders, as there are too few spaces and many of those passing through stop and spend if they spot a space. Questions need to be asked about the calibre of those initiating this costly mistake and lessons to be learnt by all Councils and Planners going forward for any other major scheme.

Helen Burns, Tewkesbury

Bluebell Wood Florist is on Barton Street, we need to park our van briefly to pick up deliveries and our customers park briefly to either place an order or to pick up. Neither of these would have been possible with the proposals. As a business owner we have to work hard to create different ways to attract our customers to our shops but without short term or even adequate parking it’s just impossible.

Jackie Dean of Bluebell Wood Florists

At Autospares Tewkesbury we really need somewhere for our costumers to pull up outside so that we can fit wiper blades, bulbs or batteries. If the parking metres were brought in we could potentially have a huge deficit of people coming into the town and this would be detrimental to our business.

Melanie Mills, Autospares Barton Street

I am delighted that the GCC Parking Review has been dropped. The figures were flawed and the scheme would have had a devastating affect on homeowners and

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Staff at Pretty Special are delighted that the proposed “paid on street parking” proposal has been abandoned. We value our customers and don’t feel they should be penalised for shopping in Tewkesbury if they just want to nip in for an

hour to pick a few items up. Charging for on street parking might be a short term solution to an economic shortfall, but it is not good for the long term health of the town centre.

Manda Orton, Pretty Special Church Street I am so happy that the parking review has been dropped. I was beside myself after purchasing my shop premises on Barton Street last year. When I bought the premises parking was a big consideration as I new I would need to load an unload my curtains and blinds. I am in and out all day long and the council refused me a permit for rails meadow as they said they need it for the hospital. It’s the only place I can park to be able to get customers orders from the shop to my van. I was really losing sleep over it as I didn’t know where to turn.

Andrew, Laskeys Curtains & Blinds Just a note to say we here at Rage are over the moon that the metered parking idea has been shelved as without a doubt we have

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lost custom due to the current parking situation, and to add meters would have added yet another obstacle to people using the town.

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Our first priority is to ensure the safety of everyone who comes to our Foodbank, whether it’s someone who needs help, someone volunteering their time, or someone making a donation. In order to this we are now asking visitors and clients to wait at the door of our Centre to reduce contact for everyone. This way vouchers can be processed, and the food given out more quickly, with fewer volunteers.

Our second, but equally as important priority, is to remain open and able to help those in financial crisis and homelessness in our town. In order to do this,

we need the continuing support of the people of Tewkesbury, who have never let us down.

Anyone needing help will still need to get a red voucher before coming in to see us. These are some of the available places where you can get a voucher: the Borough Council Offices, doctor’s surgeries (you will need to be registered with them), the Drop In Centre and PPNP. At the time of writing this article our opening hours will be Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 9.30 to 12.30pm.

Unfortunately, during this crisis we will be unable to offer any ‘out of hours’ service. Please see our Facebook page and website for further information including an up to date list of food items that we need.

Your donations and continuing support are really important to us and we would like to say a BIG THANKYOU to those who help us.

ARMOUR AT THE ABBEY 2020 It is with regret that the Tewkesbury Medieval Festival and Tewkesbury Abbey announce that this year's Armour at the Abbey, scheduled for Saturday 2nd May and Sunday 3rd May, is cancelled.

This is following Government recommendations on gatherings.

However, next year, 2021 which is the 900th anniversary of the consecration of the Abbey, plus 550 years since the Battle of Tewkesbury in 1471, will go ahead with even more for people to come and see and enjoy. This is scheduled for Sunday 2nd and Monday 3rd May, plus other events on the Saturday.

As well as the re-enactors displaying their skills, way of life and clothing, archery demonstrations, trying-on of armour, etc, there will also be a service to dedicate a new casket which is to be made for the bones of the Duke of Clarence (butt of Malmsey wine fame) and his wife, Isabella of Warwick.

By Amanda Thomas.

MITTON W.I. The March meeting was certainly interesting!

We were visited by the England's Glory Ladies Morris dancers who treated us to a couple of dances before giving a potted history of their group and Morris dancing in general.

This group was one of the first all-ladies groups in the country, established in 1973 and their main dances originate from Ilmington near Stratfordon-Avon.

It was then our turn to join in - we certainly laughed alot, but much of the foot- and handwork went very much awry. Although the group are asking for volunteers, we don't think they will be picking many of us!

The England’s Glory ladies will be performing all around the country again this year so visit their website for dates.

It was lovely to see more new faces at the meeting and hope our lack of dancing skills have not put them off joining us again very soon.

Due to current circumstances our meetings are cancelled until further notice.

New members very welcome to come along and join us. Mitton W.I. meets every first Monday of each month at Mitton Manor Primary School at 7.30pm.

If you would like more information please call 07846 453523 or MittonWI@gmail.com.

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TRAVEL BOOKINGS UPDATE

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By Stephanie Jepson of Courtney World Travel These past few weeks have been worrying for many people. There has been so much conflicting advice regarding holidays. After an update from ABTA on 17th March I can hopefully cast some light on things for you and the current situation.

Before Covid19 reared its ugly head, if the FCO advised against travel to a destination then a Tour Operator was obliged to refund your money or offer an alternative holiday. The government and ABTA have since updated this advice as Covid19 and its affects have been unprecedented: Most operators are now offering a credit note which you can use with that Tour Operator through the travel agent who you booked your holiday with. There are time restrictions on the vouchers – there will be a ‘re-book’ by date and a ‘travel by’ date on the voucher and every Tour Operator is different.

For instance, if a tour operator operates its own flights then they have a lot more flexibility over the duration of time you can re-book. If a Tour Operator is not using their own flights then the airfare rules will differ depending on the airline and the oper-

ator will be governed by that and so will your voucher. That is the easiest way of explaining it (I hope).

If you want to go on the same holiday but later, most operators are allowing us to simply swap your holiday to the new dates.

Refund policies vary from Tour Operator to Tour Operator, and some are only offering vouchers or a re-book. This has naturally caused some people anxiety but in a few months’ time when all this madness dies down and hopefully Covid19 or ‘Corona’ (as we so lovingly call it) has gone away we will

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POSITIVE THINKING with David Slater

Struggles can bring strength...

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One of the most beautiful creatures one can see, I think, is the butterfly, writes David Slater. As a teacher one of my favourite places to take children was to the Butterfly Farm in Stratford Upon Avon.

Stratford-upon-Avon Butterfly Farm was opened in 1985. It is housed in a large greenhouse, with waterfalls, ponds and a wide variety of tropical plants.

Many hundreds of exotic butterflies from all over the world fly within this area.

Visitors can walk throughout and observe behaviour and lifecycles at first hand.

We even took cocoons back to school so that we could see them develop into butterflies using

specially developed viewing boxes developed by the staff of the farm.

Just imagine the excitement when the butterflies began to emerge!

This made me think of the story of a young man who loved butterflies just like me. He was totally fascinated by them.

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He picked up the twig

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carefully and noticed that the cocoons were securely woven to the twig by silken threads and were undamaged.

He wrapped them carefully in his handkerchief and took them home.

On getting home he placed the twig with the cocoons in a large Kilner jar and made a lid of cotton which he tied on, making sure there were holes for air to circulate.

Each day he looked carefully at the cocoons.

Nothing happened at first and then one day he noticed that one appeared to be moving.

It was swaying very gently. It was actually trembling with activity.

And that was that.

Nothing else happened for ages. The cocoon he was watching stayed firmly attached to the twig and the vibrations continued. No sign of anything else happening.

And then the vibrating and shaking seemed to become more intense but with no sign of a butterfly!

The man had never seen anything like this before and had never been taught about the life cycle of butterflies so he started to get rather concerned.

He got so concerned that he convinced himself that the butterfly was in distress and was actually trapped within the cocoon and was desperately trying to escape.

The man was so worried that he took a penknife and very carefully made a tiny slit in the side of the cocoon.

Almost immediately a wing appeared and then another. The man was overjoyed. He was convinced that he had just helped the butterfly to become free.

The butterfly walked unsteadily along the twig but it didn't fly. The man sat there watching for an absolute age but still the butterfly did not fly. He thought that perhaps the wings needed time to dry.

He left for a while and then went back to see what was happening, expecting to see the butterfly at least attempting to fly. He was disappointed. Sadly the butterfly never did fly and died.

The man was devastated but went to his local Garden Centre and spoke to one of the helpers there who knew about garden insects like butterflies.

He told her the full story and as soon as he mentioned slitting the cocoon she said, “ Well, there's your reason, I am afraid.

The butterfly needed that time in the cocoon to fully develop. It is the struggle inside the cocoon that gives the butterfly the strength to fly.

You thought you were helping but actually you were doing the opposite!”

Thinking about that story again today makes me think that there is a real important parallel between the life of the butterfly and that of our own.

Sometimes it is the struggles in life that strengthen us the most and help us get to where we want or are meant to be.

It is also a story which reminds us that we should not interfere in things unless we really know what we are doing and understand the full consequences of our actions.

David C. Slater

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BRINGING THOSE TREASURED MEMORIES BACK TO LIFE

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How often have we meant to sort through old photographs, slides, videos or even cine films?

“If you find yourself with time on your hands, do something positive about re-capturing those memories stored on out-dated media,” says Nick Jones of The Photo Studio in Tewkesbury.

“Due to our in-house technology, we are able to scan old prints and slides, and digitise films so they can be viewed on modern tablets, mobile phones, computers or even your smart TV,” Nick added.

For more information, visit www.photostudiotewkesbury.co.uk or call 01684 298479 for advice.

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Servicing and Repairs

While-u-Wait MOTs £45.00 cars £25.00 bikes

FREE Spring Motoring Checks FREE Courtesy Car or Collection & Delivery

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