Tewkesbury Direct Magazine April 2022

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EASTER EVENTS FOR ALL THE FAMILY Whatever your interests or hobbies might be, there’s plenty going on in and around the vibrant town of Tewkesbury to entertain you and your family during the spring holidays.

Tewkesbury Abbey will be the focal point for Christian worship from Good Friday (15th) until Easter Monday (18th April). The Abbey is bringing back its tours this year, telling the story of its 900 year history in a 90 minute guided tour.

The first will take place at 2pm on Monday 18th April, and advance booking is essential.

Tickets can be purchased from the abbey shop, tea room or via Eventbrite.

Over at Teddington Hands, Teddfest is taking place at the Truckstop, courtesy of William Gilder. Formerly known as ‘Season Start Up,’ the event brings together vintage, classic, modern and retro trucks and vehicles - together with live music, trade stalls and refreshments.

The event begins on Friday 15th April and runs until 3pm on Sunday 17th. Tickets are available on the gate.

survey is being held there between 10am and 4pm. (Note the chapel is closed 1.15pm-1.45pm).

If you fancy a different walk through history, join Tewkesbury Battlefield Society for a guided walk around the battlefield of 1471. The walk leaves the abbey gates at 2pm on Sunday 3rd April.

Article continued on the back page Tudor House refurbished - see article on page 43 For further information, search Teddfest on Facebook.

Easter is the time when many attractions re-open for business, and our correspondent Jack Walker takes a look at what’s on locally in an article on page 27.

Jack also guides us through Medieval History in this month’s ‘Rambling Around’ (page 8). Jack’s walk is based on the findings of

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Ciaran McMenamin Paperback £8.99 This is the story of the lives of three childhood friends told initially through the experiences of two young men in the trenches in the First World War. The novel is split between those sections on the Western front and then, in the summer of 1922, either side of the newly established border between the Irish Republic and British Northern Ireland.

Protestant Archie Johnston and Roman Catholic, Francie Leonard, grow up on adjoining farms in Co. Fermanagh. They are best friends, and at Archie's insistence join up to enlist in the British Army. They leave behind them Archie's older sister Annie, always part of their childhood escapades, who tells Francie to keep Archie safe. Francie and Annie have become a couple, their love ignoring the conflicting religions which are splitting their homeland.

As far as Annie is concerned neither of her menfolk returned from the war; Archie a casualty of the conflict; Francie, for his own reasons staying away and fighting on behalf of the Republican cause. His prolonged absence never explained to her.

Inspector Crozier of the Specials is on the trail of Francie, now a notorious and wanted IRA fighter sent north to take the war to the British. They have a long history as Crozier, then his superior, a Staff Sergeant, was his tormentor in the Ulster Division in Belgium and France; even from the outset of their acquaintance at training camp when he discovered Francie's religion.

Events particularly on the battlefields of the Somme meant that Francie was always having to keep a watchful eye out for himself, and his friend. Crozier is after Francie, little has changed except for the colour of his uniform - now black.

The chapters on the Western front are very realistically portrayed. The barbaric cruelty of the war, the inhuman suffering of the troops, be they British or German, and the wastage of lives on either side are

described unflinchingly. The camaraderie amongst the troops softening the hard realities the story has to tell. For Francie his life is threatened even then by Crozier, who is a nasty vindictive individual; but then Crozier has much to hide. How these two adversaries survived and Archie did not, is gradually revealed.

The rest of the book is all about Francie, and Annie and them escaping capture.

Francie had gone home to visit his mother but word quickly spreads and the Specials led by Crozier are after him. He takes refuge in the barn on the Johnston farm and of course is reunited with Annie. She helps him, the two evading the frenzied pursuit by the Specials led by Crozier. After several days of close calls and some harrowing experiences they end up at a town called Pettigo, which is literally split between north and south, where there is an exchange between the Republicans and the British army. [This interestingly was a real confrontation]. The events that lead up to Pettigo and after that engagement create a very convincing image of the formation of the two states within the Emerald Isle, portrayed through a personal vendetta, softened by a love experienced through difficult times a century ago.

This is a very engrossing read, reminding me slightly of Sebastian Barry's "A Long Long Way," another WWI novel, though with a section involving the Dublin Easter Rising. Two totally different books but with a commonality of the Irish fighting alongside the ranks within the British army.

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King Edgar: My Favourite Anglo Saxon King

by Dr David Pegg

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The Environment Agency has commenced work on the installation of a new eel pass next to Abbey Mill Sluice.

Work is expected to be end this autumn, and when complete it will provide improved passage for eels at the sec-

AVON SEVERN EEL PASS PROJECT BEGINS ond confluence between the Avon and Severn.

A similar eel pass was installed at the other confluence, Stanchard Pit Weir, in October 2021.

As part of the project, specially trained conservation dogs have been walking the works area to dissuade ground nesting birds from using the area where they could be

endangered or disturbed. Birds such as curlew have been encouraged to use their traditional breeding areas to the south and west of the Ham. Crossing points are also being installed to maintain public access to the Ham.

THE BEAUTIFUL FLORAL CROSS at Saint Nicholas Church, Ashchurch. Each Easter a plain wooden cross is decorated with flowers, and erected at the entrance to the church drive on Easter Sunday. Wishing everyone a Happy and Blessed Easter from all at St.Nicholas Church Ashchurch.

Popular Village Street Market set to return this summer One of the highlights of summer in the Bredon Hill villages is poised to return this July.

Owing to the pandemic, the last Overbury Street Market was held in 2019 - and the wheels are now in motion for a spectacular return on Saturday 9th July. The fundraising event, which is aid of good causes in Overbury, promises two packed hours of enjoyment, with bric-a-brac, toys, books, arts and crafts, plants, preserves and cakes available on a wide range of stalls - plus refreshments and live music in an idyllic garden setting. The famous Overbury bacon butties will also be on sale.

Admission is free, and the market is set to open at 10am. More details will be announced. The market will be in the village hall if wet.

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I would like to introduce ourselves, we are Winton Upholstery & Design Ltd a family business run by Nick Fry who has been in the upholstery business for nearly 25 years and we moved into Church Street, Tewkesbury last August.

We are located behind the One Stop Convenience store, which was the old auction rooms.

We offer our clients a bespoke service from reupholstery of your own furniture to design and complete manufacture of new furniture to your own requirements.

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We also have a vast array of fabrics from some of the countries top suppliers. We will always give you the help and advice to ensure that your choice of fabric is the correct quality that you require for your furniture needs whether it is new or reupholstered to ensure longevity.

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Heritage railway is back in business The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway (GWSR) is once again welcoming travellers over its 14-mile Cotswold line between Cheltenham Racecourse and Broadway.

The re-opening for the 2022 season was a week later than originally planned, as a number of significant winter engineering works were being completed.

Trains will now be running every weekend and most weekdays until the end of October with the Santa Special season beginning at the end of November.

The railway is also planning a wide range of events in 2022 - including a steam and real ale festival next month, and the Cotswolds Festival of Steam in June.

During the winter break, the fleet of steam and heritage diesel locomotives based at Toddington engineering works has undergone maintenance and repair.

All of the line’s beautifully-presented coaches have also been inspected and repaired at Winchcombe carriage works as necessary.

One fully-restored coach has been specially adapted to provide additional accommodation for disabled visitors, while another has been

Full steam ahead: the GWSR near Didbrook repainted.

Significant engineering works have been completed, including permanent repair by contractors of a cutting slip at Winchcombe, and contract repair of the bridge which carries the B4632 Broadway Road over the railway near Stanton.

Extension of the canopy at Broadway station to provide an airy, covered area between the station building and the new footbridge is complete too.

The design closely follows the design of a similar structure that formed part of the original sta-

tion building which was demolished in 1963.

This work has been carried out entirely by volunteers to an impressively high standard.

GWSR Chair Richard Johnson said: “Our railway depends on around 900 volunteers. They don’t just put their feet up during the winter break – they muscle in and devote a huge amount of effort to ensure that the railway is in the best possible shape for re-opening.”

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WHAT’S ON IN April at The John Moore Museum m HOGLETS TO HEDGEHOGS Emily Harper from the Wild Hogs Rescue Centre will reveal all about hedgehog conservation – their habitats, natural behaviours, predators and threats to their survival.

Concessions £4.50 & Children £2 Booking: Call 01684 297174 to book Date: Saturday 23rd April Time: 2pm Location: Old Baptist Chapel Tickets: Adults £6,

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RAMBLING AROUND with Jack B. Walker

MEDIEVAL TEWKESBURY A friend recently gave me a copy of a leaflet produced by the Gloucestershire Building Recording Group, as part of their Dendrochronology project in Tewkesbury, writes Jack B. Walker.

Distance: Approximately 2 miles, easy terrain.

Car Parking: any public car park in Tewkesbury, but the route starts from Abbey Lawn (Gander Lane).

Refreshments: a wealth of cafés, restaurants and inns to choose from. Take your pick!

Sketch map not to scale: OS Sheet OL190 (The Malverns & Bredon Hill) recommended.

Important: do NOT attempt this walk during times of flood or when high river level warnings are in place.

Mill Bank Cottages from the Ham

The project has used tree-ring dating in local timbered buildings to pinpoint when they were constructed; some date back to early Medieval times (1400s).

Tewkesbury has some of the best surviving 15th-century buildings in the country, with several already a few decades old by the time of the Battle of Tewkesbury in 1471!

Inspired by the ‘Tewkesbury Medieval Buildings Walk’ leaflet, (available from the Berkeley Arms and Tewkesbury Cards and Gifts,)* I have plotted a stroll around Tewkesbury, pausing to take in some of the key points of historical interest.

We start from Abbey Lawns Car Park (1) walking through the gates into the grounds with the impressive tower ahead (see photo).

Bear round to the right of the abbey, and turn right (2), along the path from the main entrance to exit on to Church Street. Cross the road with care, turn left and then right into Victoria

The Old Baptist Chapel

Gardens (3). Walk to Abbey Mill, then turn left to cross the weir and through a gate on to the Ham, and turn right along the path (4).

Opposite you now are excellent views of Mill Bank (see photo): the earliest cottages here date back to 1454.

Carry on along the path with the Mill Avon to your right. On the opposite bank are several former boat yards Just before Healings Mill, cross over the footbridge (5) and turn left along Red Lane. There’s an optical illusion at the bridge into Healings Mill, where the river appears to be running up hill. It is of course the late Victorian mill which is leaning!

Keep along Red Lane,

with the Mill Avon to your left. The narrow lane curves around behind the Tudor House Hotel, and joins the High Street. Turn left (6) here and walk along to the mini roundabout, to reach the Black Bear.

Built in 1439, the Black Bear - the county’s oldest inn - has been undergoing painstaking restoration for over a year now. It should reopen in the summer.

Retrace your steps to point (6) and carry on along the High Street until you reach Trinity Lane on the left. Turn into the lane (7) and walk towards Oldbury Road, with Holy Trinity Church opposite. Note the fascinating little Lucia Cottage on the left, which dates back to 1437. Turn right along Oldbury Road (8), and look for Old Post Office alley on the right (9).

Walk down the alley to return to the High Street, and turn left (10).

After a short distance you will reach Cornell Books, formerly the Wheatsheaf Inn. This dates back to 1481. On

the wall in the passage way are the signatures of the 1950s singing stars ‘The Beverley Sisters’ who certainly left their mark!

Walk down to the Cross, then right into Church Street (11).

Here now are some of the town’s oldest surviving buildings. As you walk along you will pass (on both sides of the street) the Berkeley Arms (1495) and the adjacent No. 9 Church Street (1332), Tewkesbury Heritage and Tourist Information Centre (1465-95), The Royal Hop Pole (1426), the beautifully restored terrace next to the Crescent (1409) and the John Moore Museum.

Also worth visiting, signposted down an alley way, is the atmospheric Old Baptist Chapel (1458) with its hidden graveyard just beyond (12). Carry on along Church Street until you reach the abbey and walk back through the grounds to the car park. *For further information visit the website www.timber-framed.com

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“Reality! I wrestled with reality for forty years, doctor, and I’m happy to state that I’ve now got reality just where I want it!”

Tewkesbury Arts and Drama Society (TADS) celebrates a long-awaited return to the stage with this inventive and heart-warming production of Mary Chase’s classic comedy Harvey.

And what is Harvey?

The doctors might call it ‘psychosis’, but Elwood calls it his best friend…

It, or rather, he, is a Pooka and his name is Harvey, because, well, Harvey is his name. He’s a white rabbit six feet tall, whom only Elwood can see.

Elwood and Harvey go everywhere together, typically from bar to bar where Elwood drinks with and befriends strangers. Harvey is bigger and grander, more totally dumbfounding, than anything anybody else has to offer; and Elwood leaves everyone happier than they were before they met him.

Elwood’s sister Veta,

and her daughter Myrtle, are living with him. And unfortunately for them, that also means living with Harvey. Convinced that Elwood’s association with an invisible rabbit is ruining their social prospects, Veta moves to have Elwood taken into psychiatric care. But when Harvey is around, things don’t always go as planned …

Book your tickets for Harvey through the Roses Theatre website for Saturday 7th May (2.30pm and 7.30pm) and Sunday 8th May (2pm and 6pm). Socially distanced seating is available for the Sunday matinee. Bring a friend real or imaginary.

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Saturday 7th May 2.30pm & 7.30pm Sunday 8th May 2pm & 6pm At The Roses Theatre 01684 295074 Tickets £12 (under 26s: £8)

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Tewkesbury Motorcross Team Seek Local Sponsorship Steve Maber started racing motocross in 1981 in the AMCA (Amateur Motor Cycle Association). He progressed through the classes from senior to expert and in 1985 progressed further to compete in the 125cc AMCA National Championship. He raced the following year in the same championship. During these years he secured rider support sponsorship from Honda equip Ludlow as well as numerous other sponsors. They provided a range of items from race clothing to engine oils and tyres.

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Tewkesbury’s Big Weekend Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd May 2022

We are very pleased to confirm that Tewkesbury Big Weekend is being held on the weekend of the 21st and 22nd May 2022.

We are holding true to our ethos of bringing the Town and river together for the benefit of all. Where possible we are able to offer free or good value family entertainment and it promises to be a great weekend.

Look out for further details on our website and Facebook pages and off course in next month’s Tewkesbury Direct.

The theme throughout the weekend is “Royal Celebration” The Parade is leaving Sun Street on Saturday 21st May at 3.30 and will make its way down the high street and finish at

the Vineyards.

Also at the Vineyards on Saturday Cheltenham Animal Shelter will host our very popular Dog Show together with lots of stalls.

The Town Hall and Town Hall Gardens will also be open and have lots of stalls and at The Watson Hall will be hosting the Stitch Story Display.

Sunday 22nd May will see one of our new additions with a ‘Picnic in the Park’ at The Victoria Gardens (opens 12.30) with afternoon teas and live entertainment promised.

There is plenty of activity on the river on both days near to Healings Mill. Taster sessions for stand up paddleboards [SUP] children’s

entertainment, displays and stalls. We also have a holiday narrowboat open for viewing and if you buy a raffle ticket you might even win a holiday on the boat.

From Saturday at 2.00pm through until 9.00pm we have a fine line up of local talent on our riverside stage.

We have a mobile bar in a classic vehicle and also refreshments on site.

On Sunday we have a boat parade which leaves near to Tewkesbury Marina at midday and will go to Abbey Mill and to finish in the afternoon is our very popular boat races.

Hope that you are able to join us for what we hope will be a very enjoyable weekend.

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Located within the heart of this lovely rural village, this is a beautiful home. 3 double bedrooms; one with attached snug/studio room; lounge; separate dining room; first floor shower room; ground floor bathroom; detached outbuilding with power, light and water; detached garage with power & light; ample parking; beautiful gardens. Grade II Listed.

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This is a large detached home which offers the space and flexibility demanded by modern house hunters. 5 double bedrooms two with ensuites; bathroom; shower room; dual aspect lounge; separate dining room; utility area; guest wc; large conservatory; garage; workshop/store; parking; double glazing; gas central heating; modern lift from ground floor to first floor; low maintenance garden. EPC C

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Located at the end of a cul du sac in the heart of this sought after village. 4 bedrooms; dual aspect lounge; separate dining room; kitchen; wc; upstairs family bathroom; garage; workshop; store room; driveway parking; garden; gas central heating. EPC C.

Set within 4 acres of private communal grounds, this is a charming village property.

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This is an immaculately presented semi detached home, built approximately 2 years ago. 4 bedrooms; lounge; kitchen/dining room; utility area; wc; first floor bathroom; second floor shower room; allocated parking for 2 cars; garden with gated side access; upvc double glazing. This property is being sold under the Discounted Low Cost Home scheme at 75% of Market Value – Qualifying Criteria Applies. EPC B.

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At Tewkesbury and Bredon Hill Probus Club we have had a number of speakers who specialise in historical subjects and events. But on 1st March, we were privileged to have a speaker who lived through was is now part of British history through direct experience of her role in the Second World War. Betty Webb was employed from 1941 to 1945 at the top-secret Government Code and

LIVING HISTORY AT PROBUS CLUB Cipher School at Bletchley Park. Betty is going to be 99 years old in May this year and thankfully is incredibly articulate and her mind is as sharp as it has ever been.

The operations at Bletchley Park are now well documented and several films have been made dramatising the activities that went on in the Mansion and the wooden huts at Bletchley. We now know that at the time, the main

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highly sensitive nature of the work and the implications for the safety of Britain, all the work was shrouded in total

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Such was the level of secrecy that was in force, it was not until 1975 that restrictions were lifted on the people who worked there to talk about their work at Bletchley. Sadly, by that time Betty’s parents had both died and she never had the opportunity to tell them about her work during the war.

After VE day, Betty was transferred to the Pentagon near Washington DC, (travelling by flying-boat!) and she told us of how she continued her work there until the final end of the war with victory over Japan.

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A beautiful example of the Tudor period, located in the quiet hamlet of Alstone, is this stunning, Grade II listed character filled FOUR BEDROOM, semi-detached cottage.

Situated within an exclusive development within Walton Cardiff is this FOUR BEDROOM detached family home with the added bonus of a home office garage.

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WHAT’S GREEN ON THE LOCAL SCENE with Cate Cody TEWKESBURY NATURE RESERVE, VOLUNTEERING DATES - The Reserve's ‘Green Skills for Green Recovery’ programme is in full force, with workshops including how to identify butterflies and mammal surveying, taking place at least every two weeks until the end of October. TNR are launching weekly walks around the reserve taking place every Monday 1-2pm, starting on the 28th March. Meet at the car park.

In the Easter holidays, ‘Nature Guardians’ will start with a forest school ethos group for children aged 5 to 11.

The Nature Guardians will learn survival skills, building habitats, shelters and rafts, minibeast hunting and pond dipping alongside games and fun arts and crafts activities. The aim is to promote creativity, self-esteem and confidence through exploring the natural world at the reserve. This will also run after school on Thursdays, 15:45 to 16:45, starting Thursday 28th April.

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TEWKESBURY FRIENDS OF THE EARTH -Saturday 16th April 10am to 4pm, Tewkesbury Town Hall – Free Entry.

The event will be opened by the Town Mayor, Joanne Raywood. Discover what you can do to help reduce the threat of Global Heating and lower your own Carbon Footprint with stalls, talks and local walks.

Get your Carbon Footprint calculated, Sustainable lifestyle swaps, Slow Fashion, Tewkesbury Bnatural refill shop, Tea/Coffee Cakes and biscuits, Save Carbon with SevernWye, Home energy advice, Home retrofit and insulation, Green

Investments Talks, Electric Vehicles, Housing and Energy, Activism, Poetry (open mic). In the Garden: Butterfly Conservation, Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust, Unlocking the Severn, (showing the excellent 15min documentary about this project to help the endangered Twaite Shad fish).

Nurture the Soil – Composting, womery, Gardening for Wildlife, Plant sale.

For Children: Easter Egg Hunt with PRIZES! Plastic-free Fair Trade Easter Egg, Make your own Seed Bomb! Face painting – Butterflies.

TEWKESBURY REPAIR CAFÉ - Next session Easter Saturday, 16th April, 2-5pm at the Baptist Church in Tewkesbury. Bring things that need fixing (toys, electronics, furniture, electrical items, gadgets, plus clothes / sewing that need mending / altering etc etc) and tools that need sharpening.

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Tewkesbury Art Society Up and Running Tewkesbury Art Society Tewkesbury Art Society is back up and running, and is open to both existing members and any new members who wish to join us.

We are currently meeting in The Watson Hall on Barton Street every Tuesday morning from 10am until 12noon.

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For those of you feeling nervous about starting there are plenty of people on hand to give advice and help you get underway.

We tend to work on our own subjects but come the winter we also have regular demonstrations and workshops by established artists.

During the summer months there is also the regular opportunity to join a group painting outside (Plein Air).

This summer we will be visiting the villages

along the base of Bredon Hill.

Have we aroused your curiosity? Then pop along, between 10am and 12noon one Tuesday morning, to The Watson Hall to see what we do, meet some of our members and hopefully, join in.

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GARDENING MONTHLY with Tim Hoskins

Soil: the most important thing in your garden Soil is the most important thing in your garden, but a recent survey of gardeners discovered that most of us know nothing about it or even what type we have in our gardens, writes Tim Hoskins.

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SEVERN UNIT MVS MOVED TO NEW QUARTERS Tewkesbury based Severn Unit Maritime Volunteer Service have moved to Northway Community Hub for their Monday evening training sessions throughout last Winter.

Head of Unit Nic Price said " We were most grateful to Northway Community Hub for making us so welcome at their lovely hall and enabling us to continue with our indoor training programme during the Winter months after Covid restrictions prevented us meeting at our usual venue of the Day Centre."

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has fine particles it is clay.

Loam is in the middle.

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Fine particle soil is dense so holds water and nutrients well but air can be in shorter supply and plants can find it hard to grow large root systems.

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MOSAIC REVEALED Kerry Brooks, the manager at M&Co, has kindly opened up part of her wall space so we can see again after 20 years, the tiled tableau of Tewkesbury, writes John Dixon of Tewkesbury Historical Society.

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The Post Officer closed in 2003 and the building was bought by the popular clothing store which, of course, needed as much wall display space as possible. The tableau was covered up very carefully and it is still in the same condition, a superb piece of art – which does not deserve to be covered up.

The tableau will be worth viewing for a short time at M&Co – but what about the long term?

I am sure that the company will allow us to remove the tiles providing the wall is properly restored. We are, therefore, looking for volunteer help: • Someone who can carefully remove the tiles and store them before their restoring them; • Someone who has a wall (approximately 9 ft

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By Charlotte Phillips, Professional coaching, for women. new club? Screen time will never replace faceto-face!

With the warmer months just around the corner, we could all use some time to think more about our wellbeing and take advantage of the new beginnings around us.

If you are looking for ideas of how you can improve your wellbeing, let me share with you five proven ways, as recommended by the NHS and mental health organisations across the UK. 1. Connect Many of us having been in ‘hibernation’ mode during winter, now is the perfect time to reconnect with people. Did you know that having a positive conversation with someone, you can raise your wellbeing by up to 50%? Why not take the opportunity to make plans with friends or maybe join a

2. Be Active Moving your butt is really beneficial! Activity shouldn’t be a chore – everyone can find something they like to do. All you need is something to make you move for half an hour each day. If slogging at the gym is your thing; great - you go for it! If that’s not for you, just getting out in the fresh air, walking the dog is great exercise. Mobility issues?

Give chair dancing, seated tai chi or chair yoga a go.

3. Take Notice When did you last stop and listen to what is around you? Hear the birds singing, or the leaves rustling. Or maybe stop to look at the flowers, or the texture of the bark on a tree. There is so much pleasure to be found in just looking and listening more.

4. Keep Learning Doing something new and exciting, or reconnecting with an old interest is a great way to keep learning.

Challenge yourself!

What would you like to learn? What would be beneficial to you?

So many opportunities are out there, waiting for you!

5. Give I’m not suggesting that you become a spend thrift! Giving doesn’t mean spending money.

Try giving a stranger a smile, or thank someone for simply being them, maybe help a local charity or just do something nice for a friend. Warm, fuzzy feelings are guaranteed!

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TEWKESBURY THEN AND NOW with John Dixon of Tewkesbury Historical Society

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Phew! - the Hop Pole Management managed to finish their portico restoration in time for Cheltenham Race Week – and free up Church Street traffic!, writes John Dixon.

Since the company arrived in the town about 14 years ago, it must be congratulated on proving itself unafraid on investing in the expensive historic nature of the building.

Restoring the portico could be something of a gamble, however, as we can see in 1957 when an erring lorry knocked it down. Unfortunately, the next year every main building of the town was photographed formally and, thus, preserved the Hotel with this poor imitation - it did not long survive.

It is a very important historical symbol as, in 1892, it was reported that “The Royal Arms, which are of exquisite workmanship and finish, were made by the Coalbrookdale Iron Company and supplied and fixed by King and Handley of this town (then inhabiting the Nodding Gables).

The precious right to be named the Royal Hop Pole was derived in an amusing way.

Queen Victoria’s daughter had married an impecunious German, the Duke of Teck. He was famous for expecting to be entertained royally - but for no payment. In return he granted the pub the right to display the Royal Arms!

In the party was their daughter Princess May (pictured above) who was engaged to the Queen’s heir. However, he died and was replaced by the younger Duke of York who became King George V. Conveniently, he had married his late brother’s fiancée - who is now famous to us as Queen Mary, grandmother of our present Queen.

I have never understood why the coaching inn was named the Hop Pole because, as far as I know, the nearest that hops were grown was Bredon’s Norton.

Can any reader convince me of the reason for its main name?

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OUT AND ABOUT THIS EASTER with Jack B. Walker Easter is the time when many country estates and attractions reopen to the public, writes Jack B. Walker.

We have a wealth of places to visit in Gloucestershire, so here are a few ideas for getting out and about this month: BATSFORD ARBORETUM: Beautiful arboretum with lovely Spring walks near Bourton-on-the Hill, with lovely spring walks.The big Batsford Bunny Hunt runs 9th-14th April.

Admission to the arboretum by pre-booked tickets. To reserve visit www.batsarb.co.uk There is no admission charge for the adjoining garden centre or café.

BROADWAY TOWER: Privately owned destination with a country park, excellent views, landmark folly, red deer heard, tower museum, shop and restaurant. WR12 7LB, on the A44 between Evesham and Moreton-inMarsh. Tickets can be bought online broadwaytower.co.uk CHEDWORTH ROMAN VILLA: National trust managed remains of one of Britain’s finest Roman Villas. Pre-book in is recommended for holiday periods. Easter adven-

advance tickets online at, www.cotswoldwildlife park.co.uk. Near Burford (OX18 4JP).

Batsford Arboretum: home of the big bunny hunt ture family-friendly trail with fun activities to do along the way. Complete the trail and earn a chocolate egg at the end. www.nationaltrust.org.uk /chedworth-roman-villa CHASTLETON HOUSE: Cotswold manor house which encapsulates 400 years of family history.

Easter nature trails.

Admission by timed ticket www.nationaltrust.org.uk /chastleton COTSWOLD FARM PARK: Popular family attraction with lots to see and do inside and out.

Live lambing until 24th April.

Near Guiting Power GL54 5FL. Book tickets online www.cotswold farmpark.co.uk COTSWOLD WILDLIFE PARK: One of the Cotswolds’ favourite family destinations since the 1970s.

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CROOME PARK: Capability Brown’s stunning landscape park near Pershore. Walks, shop, café and RAF Museum, plus historic Croome Court.For Easter events and times, www.nationaltrust.org.uk/croome GLOS WARKS STEAM RAILWAY: 14 mile restored railway running steam and heritage diesel services weekends and holiday weekdays. Stations at Broadway, Toddington, Winchcombe and Cheltenham Racecourse.

Tickets and timetable online. www.gwsr.com SEZINCOTE: one of Britain’s most unusual houses, built in the Indian style. (GL56 9AW) www.sezincote.co.uk SUDELEY CASTLE: Historic castle and grounds near Winchcombe. Co-existence animal sculpture exhibition. sudeleycastle.co.uk SNOWSHILL MANOR: Fascinating 16th century manor near Broadway, housing the amazing collection of objects amassed by Charles Wade. Tickets nationaltrust.org.uk/snowshill

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FESTIVAL OF THE UNEXPLAINED Saturday 2nd April, from 10.00am.

Join us for our first event at Watson Hall which includes multiple stallholders exhibiting a whole range of items, services and businesses.

We have special guests speakers throughout the day covering different subjects. For tickets and more information, visit tewkesburytowncouncil.gov.uk/whats-on/ THE MANOR PLAYERS PRESENT ‘HI-DEHI - Thurs 7th - Sat 9th April. Come see the Tewkesbury Manor Players in action!

Tickets are £12 per head and can be purchased at The Orange pig on Tewkesbury’s High street, or phone Julie at 07875 336475, or on the door.

Dates: Thursday 7th April at 7:30pm doors open at 6:45pm.

Friday 8th April at 7:30pm doors open at 6:45pm.

Saturday 9th April matinee 2:00pm doors open at 1:15pm.

Saturday evening show starts at 7:30pm doors open at 6:45pm.

CEILIDH DANCE AND DISCO - Saturday 11th June. Get your dancing shoes on for proper swing around the dance floor with the nations best Ceilidh musicians, then stay out late for the disco. What a perfect night!

The Hilltop Ceilidh Band have been calling the steps and ringing the changes on the UK scene long enough to earn a

substantial following.

They specialise in bringing traditional barn dances to events up and down the country with a fun, energetic style for you to enjoy whatever the occasion. The combination of smooth folk instruments such as fiddle and accordion with bass and drums creates a pioneering folk/rock sound.

At its root, the word ceilidh simply means ‘a social visit’. Over time it’s evolved to refer to a social event, where people gather to listen to traditional Scottish, Irish and English dance tunes and take part in traditional dancing. It’s been happening for centuries (they didn’t call it ‘traditional’ back then though)! The really special thing about ceilidh dancing though, is how fun and embracive it is.

Ceilidhs are always inclusive; anyone can join in and the caller will

encourage everyone. The steps can be as simple or as complex as you’re game for. Although you start most dances partnered up, the very nature of a ceilidh means that everyone ends up dancing with each other at some point. No experience is necessary! You will be under the watchful eye of the professional caller who’ll be with you every step of the way – walking you through the moves before each dance and continuing to call out helpful hints through out the rest of the dances.

The Ceilidh is followed by a disco, playing some of your favourite dance floor tunes.

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1: Which Premier League football team was founded as Newton Heath LYR in 1878?

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2: Which famous artist’s paintings include A Bar At The Folies Bergere and Bullfight?

3: Which herb is also known as Chinese Parsley and Cilantro?

4: With a length of 630 miles (1013 km), which is the longest river in France?

6: In which year did the Australian tennis player Pat Cash win his one and only Wimbledon men’s singles title?

ANSWERS: 1. Manchester United 2. Edouard Manet 3. Coriander 4. The Loire 5. Batman and Robin 6. 1987

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

5: Which comic book characters were played by the actors Adam West and Burt Ward in a 1960s TV series, and one Hollywood film?

LIVE MUSIC - promote your event here, www.tewkesburydirect.co.uk SUN 3rd APRIL: Rachel McShane, The Fleece Inn, Bretforton. thefleeceinn.co.uk TUES 5th WED 6th APRIL: That’ll Be The Day, The Roses Theatre. www.rosestheatre.org THURS 7th ARIL: Wildwood Jack, The Roses Theatre. www.rosestheatre.org SAT 16th APRIL: Non Jovi (Bon Jovi tribute show), The Watson Hall.

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Together, the band creates an unforgettable experience, delivering a high-energy, raw talent, and unrivalled performance. Tickets and more: tewkesburytowncouncil.gov.uk/whats-on/ SAT 16th APRIL: The Music of John Denver (tribute), The Roses Theatre. www.rosestheatre.org SAT 16th APRIL: Roving Crows, The Market Theatre, Ledbury. themarkettheatre.com

A lunchtime of historical inspiration and lunch, courtesy of Loz at The Anchor, High St, Tewkesbury GL20 5BH ‘The Anchor University Spring Term’ next meeting on

Tuesday 5th April 2022 12 noon - 2.00 pm

“Alleys and Innovative Council Housing” All those who love history are welcome It is intended that these meetings continue as planned but plans may be changed because of government regulations

SAT 16th APRIL: Oujamaflip (folk), No. 8 Arts, Pershore. www.number8.org SAT 23rd APRIL: Duran Duran tribute, The Watson Hall.

For the last two decades, award winning and international touring act DURAN have maintained their reputation as one of the most respected and authentic sounding Duran Duran tribute acts on Planet Earth! Performing two hours of greatest hits and fan favourites, DURAN pride themselves on the faithful reproduction of the music and sounds that Duran Duran have wowed a global audience with throughout their 40 year career. tewkesburytowncouncil.gov.uk/whats-on/ WED 27th APRIL: Daoiri Farrell, The Fleece, Bretforton. thefleeceinn.co.uk FRI 29th APRIL: The ELO Experience The Roses Theatre. www.rosestheatre.org FRI 29th APRIL: Open Mic Night, The Watson Hall. tewkesburytowncouncil.gov.uk/whats-on/ SAT 30th APRIL: Mad Manners (the ultimate Ska Party),

The Watson Hall. ad Manners is the ultimate Ska party that will have you jumping and dancing in the aisles.

Paying tribute to the greats such as Madness, The Specials & Bad Manners, they also include more diverse artists like Reel Big Fish, The Toasters and The Mighty Mighty Bosstones. For tickets and more details please visit the website: tewkesburytowncouncil.gov.uk/whats-on/ SAT 30th APRIL: The Johnny Cash Roadshow (tribute), The Roses Theatre. www.rosestheatre.org FRI 27th MAY: Sarah McQuaid The Old Baptist Chapel, www.wegottickets.com/ event/541407 FRI 27th MAY: Open Mic Night (with hosts The Future Set), The Watson Hall. tewkesburytowncouncil.gov.uk/whats-on/ SAT 28th MAY: Meatloud (Meatloaf tribute show), The Watson Hall. tewkesburytowncouncil.gov.uk/whats-on/ SAT 11th JUNE: Steve Ashley (with support by Mike Weaver) The Old Baptist Chapel, More details from armandalegmusic.com

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The animals went two by two: An ark full of camels, crocodiles and elephants have arrived at Sudeley Castle & Gardens to spread a peaceful message of coexistence with the natural world.

The CoExistence attraction celebrates creatures great and small and spreads both a universal and local message of peaceful coexistence with nature.

Visitors will encounter a safari trail of iconic life-size animal sculptures made from flowers, grasses and plants, from all corners of the world as they explore the castle ground.

Walk amongst a lifesized herd of elephants and follow the trail to discover a pair of rhino nibbling the lawn, kangaroos hiding in ancient yew hedges, and orangutans relaxing beneath trees - plus many more animals across the castle grounds. How many will you spot?

CoExistence at Sudeley is the latest chapter in a story that began during the pandemic when a giant herd of elephant sculptures started a global migration from Sudeley.

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Tewkesbury Choral Society continues to move forward out of the Covid era. We will perform Brahms’ German Requiem (in English) in Tewkesbury Abbey on Saturday 14th May at 7.30 p.m.

Tewkesbury Choral Society gave its first concert for two years in December 2021. We performed Haydn’s “The Creation” to a very appreciative audience.

Our numbers were reduced from about 120 in pre-pandemic days to 70. However what we lacked in numbers we made up for in quality.

We sang with accuracy and musicality and the concert was enjoyed by all - audience, orchestra and singers. We looked forward to beginning a new year, and hopefully with Covid in retreat, we hoped we could build on our December concert and welcome new members into the choir.

Sadly this was not to be. Omicron struck. We

his Requiem partly as a response to the death of his mother and of his friend and mentor, Robert Schumann. Unusually he does not use the words from the Latin Mass for the Dead which speak of death, torment, judgement, but selected passages from the Bible, using the German language, for the German people, to offer comfort and consolation to the bereaved. At this time we believe that these words will be well received.

Our soloists for this concert will be Hannah Davey, a superb soprano from Cheltenham and Thomas Humphreys, who has delighted us in the past with his rich baritone voice. Unusually for works of this type, they do not sing their parts alone but are accompanied by the choir. Also it is usually performed with a large orchestra, but we will be performing it in Brahms’ own arrangement for pi-

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7.30pm in Tewkesbury Abbey, which will be a fitting place to enjoy this profoundly moving music. Do join us! Tickets are available from members of the choir, Alison’s Bookshop in Tewkesbury, the Abbey shop or on line: www. ticketsource.co.uk/t-c-s After a summer break, we hope that things will

be more “normal” and that we will be able to welcome new members once again and build up the choir to its former size. From Monday September 12th we will be working on music for Christmas, including Ralph Vaughan Williams “Fantasia on Christmas Carols” and Bach’s cantata “Wachet Auf”.

If you are interested in joining us, please get in touch via our website: www.tewkesburychoral. org.uk. You can leave a message on our Contact

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That New Kitchen Feeling… reluctantly decided to limit our numbers once again and to continue with all the restrictions of mask wearing, social distancing and taking LFT tests. Such a bore!

Even so in January John Holloway, our musical director, began to work with us on the music of the well loved Brahms’ “A German Requiem” – a requiem with a difference!

Johannes Brahms, one of the great romantic composers of the nineteenth century, wrote

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MAGICAL MUSICAL MIX FOR THE OLD BAPTIST CHAPEL This spring brings two very different evenings of live music to Tewkesbury’s atmospheric venue, the Old Baptist Chapel.

On Saturday 16th April, Old Chapel Court Concerts feature the Musical & Amicable Society’s ‘At Home with the Bach Family.’

Kate Fawcett, Henrik Persson and Martin Perkins will be joined by soprano Hannah Davey for music by Handel, Telemann, Johann Sebastian Bach and his son Carl Philip Emmanuel.

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from Eventbrite. Further information can be found on the website www.johnmooremuseum.org/events.

Sarah McQuaid In May, the intimate 15th century venue sees the welcome return of international singing star Sarah McQuaid, who played at sell-out concert in the chapel during the autumn of 2019.

Honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Ards International Guitar Festival in Northern Ireland (2017), Sarah McQuaid has also drawn critical praise for her voice and her engaging rapport with audience.

During the lockdown she recorded a solo live album, The St Buryan Sessions, in the church near her home in Cornwall. This year she is touring to launch the collection, which re-visits some of her earlier work and also features two previously unreleased ‘cover’ songs.

Journalist Neil March described Sarah as “one of the most instantly recognisable voices in current music … shades of Joni Mitchell in a jam with Karen Carpenter and Lana Del Rey,” while the Huffington Post said “I’ve attended hundreds of concerts of all kinds, and her subtle mastery onstage launches her straight into my fave shows ever.”

Sarah returns to Tewkesbury on Friday 27th May, with doors open at 7.30pm for an 8pm start. Tickets at £10 are available now at www.wegottickets.com/ event/541407/ or from the John Moore Museum (from April onwards).

Steve Ashley There will be a further folk concert at the Chapel on Saturday 11th June, with the legendary Steve Ashley and special guest Mike Weaver.

Happy Easter to all our customers!

Come and join us for traditional dishes and

excellent friendly service.

Bookings for Weddings and Special Events now being taken

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Bushley Bluebell Walk

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Bushley Cricket Club hope to hold another bluebell walk this year for the first time since 2019.

As I write this I have still to receive confirmation from Forthampton Estate that we can walk the private tracks through the woods near the cricket pavilion.

Hopefully this will be forthcoming and allow us to see the amazing natural display the bluebells put on each year.

We hope to hold this on either 17th or 24th April at 2.00pm and will provide Sunday tea at the pavilion after the walk, about 4.00pm, for the combined price of £5 per person.

Get confirmation nearer the date on the Bushley CC website or email me, tim.perry22@gmail.com or ring 01684 292350 or 07812 179002 a day or two before.

By Tim Perry.

Tewkesbury Flower Club Our next meeting is on Tuesday 12th April at Bushley Village Hall, doors open at 2.30 and the meeting begins at 3.00.

This month our demonstrator is Nicky Heal and his title is “Spring Inspirations”.

Visitors are very welcome to join us and entrance is £6. No experience is necessary - just join us for a relaxing afternoon watching an expert arrange beautiful flowers.

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One Year On; How the Youth of Tewkesbury Came Together

by Annabelle Lee In Tewkesbury, there are many talented young people who contribute to the artistic and cultural landscape of the town. It is very important to recognise this talent and celebrate these incredible achievements, considering that young people are the future of the town.

On the 13th of April 2021, Tewkesbury experienced the loss of 17 year old Finn Bayliss, leaving the community shocked and in a sudden state of mourning.

However, as a result of this tragic event, Tewkesbury’s youth came together to organise a myriad of events that paid a magnificent tribute to Finn’s life and interests.

Both Finn’s closest friends and family and even complete strangers to the Saville and Bayliss families bonded together at such a devastating time and worked together to create a legacy for the ‘high-spirited’ young man so that he will never be forgotten within the community.

Initially, a GoFundMe page was established to help Finn’s family in anyway possible with an original goal of £2,000 however due to the generosity of his peers and the wider community of Tewkesbury, it raised way more than expected with 359 people donating whatever they could to aid his family at that vulnerable time.

Along with this incredible display of generosity from Tewkesbury, his closest friends and strangers alike flooded the highstreet with their motorbikes, a symphony of engines that truly showed the impact Finn had upon the community and the perfect way to show respect for a son, a brother, an uncle and a best friend or even a stranger who shared the same passion for motorbikes.

Along with these events and fundraisers, Finn’s brother Toby, who also organised the ride out of the motorbikes, and his closest friends helped to organise a beautiful vigil that took place at Northway Park to mourn in a way Finn would have enjoyed.

A fireworks display,

a collection of motorbikes all bought by his closest friends and his favourite kind of music, Drum and Bass, filled the field along with 400 of his friends who came to support his family and each other during a shocking period of mourning.

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spectful however that still showed Finn’s personality. He was an aspiring Drum and Bass artist and a sociable boy who was the ‘not only my son, but my rock and my best friend’. This is how his mum, Shaz, remembers him so beautifully and continues to honour his memory.

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NEWTOWN WI

After starting 2022 with a very lively and enjoyable meal at Zitta e Mangia, we are now getting into full swing with our monthly meetings.

At our last two meetings we learnt a lot about our local history, firstly we heard about how Mitton Manor was used as a convalescent home for soldiers from WWI. This month we heard the story of the Severn Railway bridge disaster. It was opened in 1879 to transport coal from the Forest of Dean across the Severn to Sharpness before it collapsed in 1960 when boats hit one of the piers. So much history than many members knew nothing about.

We have a full program of speakers this year as well as a monthly craft group and outings. We are a very friendly group and we would love to welcome you to our meetings which take place on the second Wednesday of every month at 2pm at the Wheat Pieces Community Centre. If you are interested in joining us contact Esme Gedge on 01684 292067, or just come along.

AN ASSET TO THE VILLAGE COMMUNITY It is three years since, Jag Purewell, wife Raji, and son Jivan took over Twyning Stores, and to celebrate, staff organised a special anniversary celebration outside their shop in March.

Member of staff, Carolann Smith, spoke for the staff “We are delighted to work for this great village Spar, shop.

“The owners are absolutely fantastic, they are kind, honest and supportive.

“We decided to mark the third anniversary, we wanted to show the owners and community on how fantastic are.

“Jag, Raji, Micky and Jivan, thank you so much for all your hard work and believing in your staff and giving us the opportunity to work in your outstanding store.”

The owners were presented with a caricature framed print and a super

detailed cake, made by local lady, Erica Farley.

Twyning Stores, offers all you would expect from a good local shop with local products sourced from Drapers Bakery, Halfords Butchers and Tilly’s Tearooms, Importantly, there is a Post Office too, open three days a week.

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Dragon Vets Tewkesbury is fully equipped with a sterile operating theatre, digital radiography, ultrasonography and laboratory equipment. Drop in and have a look around. You will see many of the same friendly faces from our main surgery at Dragon Vets Cheltenham.

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Happy Birthday Two Rivers Osteopathy Two Rivers Osteopathy took on a new challenge last year. We saw the investment from Leonora Budd to become a partner in the business and this gave the boost and finances needed to move to a new premises. This was a huge and brave step after working successfully alongside Propodiatry for a decade.

This has proven to be a positive step for the business, and we now have two busy clinic rooms.

Katie Hogg, Kat Hill and Philippa Wingate, our osteopaths work hard to provide the best care and advice for all our patients. Bryony Biddlecome of BB massage therapy treats patients at the practice

also and it is our ability to provide these many skills and specialties which gives us our reputation for complete care.

Our aim at Two Rivers Osteopathy is always to provide bespoke treatment and advice, with the emphasis on kindness, understanding and education.

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rectors of the business, were thrilled to recently welcome patient number 1000 through the doors.

This is a huge milestone for this business which was started by Katie in 2009. It is through the team’s hard work and dedication to Tewkesbury we are proud to say that after a year in our new premises we are now expanding to refurbish another room ready to be used as a third clinic room and exercise rehabilitation room.

We’d like to take this opportunity to thank all our patients and the people who have helped the business grow to what it is. You know who you are!

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With the arrival of Spring, sunnier days are ahead, make sure your Motorhome, Campervan or Caravan is ready for the season ahead.

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The expert aftersales team run by Tom Pritchard previously of Gloucestershire Motorhome Services have a huge amount of experience in looking after leisure vehicles and are passionate about helping their customers enjoy their holidays. Other services include damp and mechanical repairs,

full caravan servicing and bodywork.

M5 Leisure have a friendly and knowledgeable approach and are members of the Approved Workshop Scheme which means they can work on even the latest motorhomes.

For help and advice visit www.m5leisure. co.uk or call a member of the team on 01242 373373.

Please turn to the M5 Motorhome service advert on page 49 of this magazine.

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More Jobs Created As Tewkesbury’s Historic Tudor House Hotel Takes On A New Lease Of Life

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Tewkesbury’s Tudor House Hotel, one of the most important historic buildings in the town, has taken on a new lease of life as the result of a one million pound plus refurbishment which has also seen the creation of thirty new jobs It has now been officially reopened by the Town Mayor Joanne Raywood with Town

Crier Mike Kean-Price delivering a vocal proclamation.

The property is now

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The refurbishment has seen the remodelling of all the public areas to provide an eatery, coffee shop, restaurant and bars together with an upgrading of all the hotels bedrooms.

Group Chief Executive Officer Kevin Charity said “We’ve become a very people focussed business over the past four years, just constantly refining our Hospitality from the Heart culture. We’re focussed on looking at what we can do better and how we as a management continued on P44…

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…continued from P43 team can serve our people – that has been the key, “Anyone in the Tudor House team, has an excellent opportunity for advancement through the group’s industry-leading, award-winning InnSpire program, which encourage members to rise to the next stage by gaining hospitality industry qualifications.

“We also have our Chefs Academy, encour-

aging those in the kitchen teams to advance, though seeking further qualifications and also

organises visits to market gardens, farms and our other quality food sources.”

Quiz Night, Raises Funds For Ukrainian Appeal A Quiz evening held recently at the Railway Inn, Ripple, raised a staggering £1100 for the Ukrainian appeal.

Spokesman for the pub, Jon Lewis, delighted with the response, said “We have a dropin centre, for donations of goods including non-perishables, clothes, shoes medical supplies, nappies baby food and blankets. We will take donated items to the Ukrainian centre in Gloucester to be sent to those in need.”

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What makes a happy and healthy Tewkesbury?

Anyone living, working or spending time in Tewkesbury Town or Mitton areas, we would really value 5-10 minutes of your time to complete the following community survey: www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/TNQMLQ7 Taking a strength-based approach to community health and wellbeing.

The Tewkesbury Integrated Locality Partnership (ILP) is made up of

a number of representatives from health and social care, community groups, charities and local authorities and is committed to help create

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healthier, happier, more connected communities.

We want to work with the community to understand what is available here, what is working well and what helps create good health and wellbeing in and around Tewkesbury Town. We are having a number of conversations with local people to explore the local area and to unveil hidden gems.

The knowledge, experiences and insight of local residents, are invaluable and key to this work; we also want to connect people, create awareness of local opportunities and build momentum around passions and interests to support local people to take action on the things they care about.

We would love for you to share what you know about the places, spaces, and people around Tewkesbury. This isn’t about creating a database, this is about building community connections and recognising the strengths that are already present across the town.

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Congratulations to Ron, Trish and the team at the Berkeley Arms as they have been voted Tewkesbury CAMRA’s Pub of the Year 2022 by its members. Tewkesbury is lucky to have a selection of wonderful pubs so the competition this year was keenly fought with venues being judged amongst other things on their beer quality, welcome and ambiance. The Berkeley now goes on to the South West Regional round of CAMRA’s Pub of the Year competition and who knows may even challenge for the National title. Well done to Ron, Trish and the team for a splendid pub appreciated by locals and visitors alike. Tewkesbury CAMRA.

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Baptist Church, Station Road Saturday 2nd 11am-2pm—Easter Fayre and Parade Easter Sunday 10:30am—Easter Service Celebrate - The Abbey on the Park Good Friday 3pm—Big Easter garden construction, family Bible study and tea together @ 89 York Road Easter Sunday 3pm—Celebration @ 89 York Road Worship, mini Easter gardens, egg hunt and tea.

Holy Trinity, Oldbury Road Maundy Thursday 7pm —‘Taize’ service of holy communion Good Friday 10am—Family Service Followed by Walk of Witness through the town Easter Sunday 10am—Family service with holy communion Methodist Church, The Cross Good Friday 10am—Short reflection Followed by Walk of Witness through the town Easter Sunday 10.30am—Easter Morning Service

Priors Park Community Church, Queens Road Good Friday 9:30am—Reflective praise and communion Followed by Walk of Witness through the town Easter Sunday 10:30am—Morning Worship and Celebration 3:30pm—Great Easter Treasure Hunt Trail around Priors Park, followed by meal together.

Sycamore Chapel, Northway Good Friday 3pm—Reflection Easter Sunday 10.30am— Family Service with Communion Twyning Chapel Good Friday 6pm—Reflection and Communion Easter Sunday 10.30am—Resurrection Praise

Salvation Army, Station Road Maundy Thursday 6.30pm—Passover Meal (booking essential 07531 774315) Good Friday 3pm—Come to the Cross Easter Sunday 9.30am—Easter Breakfast (booking essential 07531 774315) 11am—Easter Praise Tewkesbury Abbey Maundy Thursday 11am—Holy Communion 7.30pm—Solemn Concelebrated Eucharist and Watch to midnight Good Friday 9.30am—Solemn Liturgy of the Cross Followed by Walk of Witness through the town 2pm—An Hour at the Cross Easter Eve 8pm—The Easter Liturgy (bring your bells and whistles!)

Easter Sunday 7am—Holy Communion at the Easter Garden 8am—Holy Communion 10.30am—Easter Day Eucharist 5pm—Choral Evensong.

St Joseph’s Catholic Church Maundy Thursday 7pm—Mass of the Lord’s Supper Good Friday 3pm—The Stations of the Cross Easter Sunday 9:30am— Mass of the Sunday of the Resurrection St Nicholas Church, Ashchurch Maundy Thursday 7pm—Benefice Holy Communion Service Easter Sunday 8am—Book of Common Prayer Communion 11am—Holy Communion St Nicholas Church, Kemerton Good Friday 10.30am—Benefice Reflective Service Easter Sunday 9.15am—Holy Communion

Churches Together Easter Message 2022 Hot Cross buns and Easter Eggs have been in the shops since the beginning of the year and there is a sense that this is all there is to Easter.

I got to thinking about Easter Eggs and hot cross buns recently and wondered why Christmas is a more attractive season than Easter. From a viewpoint of faith, is a birth more important that a death. You may say, well if there was no birth there could not be a death?. It may be that you are completely indifferent to both Christmas and Easter and I respect your view.

However, before you turn to another page can I ask that ask that you carefully consider my next paragraph please.

Just over two thousand years ago a man named Jesus was born in Bethlehem and at the age of thirty years started a ministry which resulted in a worldwide movement covering all aspects of life. Jesus came to bring love, joy, and peace to a hurting world. Eventually he was stopped, arrested, and brought to trial, on trumped-up charges which resulted in him being crucified on a cross. On the cross I believe His death brought us life. He was taken from the cross and placed in a tomb. This is not the end of the story because three days later He rose from the dead. That is why one of the hymns of the Church states “I serve a risen Saviour, He’s in the world today.” It is true that Jesus is alive today through His Holy Spirit in millions of people’s lives throughout the world.

Why not attend a Church near you this Easter and rejoice?

Paul Stanford—Salvation Army 46 - TEWKESBURY DIRECT

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To advertise call 01242 621346 or visit www.tewkesburydirect.co.uk ELECTRICAL SERVICES

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Including: • Residential/Commercial and Lettings• Internal/Exterior • Wallpapering • Wallpaper and Paint Stripping • Damp Inspections and Treatments • Helping Hands Service • Property Snagging Inspections

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PAINTING & DECORATING

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FLATPACK FURNITURE ASSEMBLY

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PLUMBING & HEATING

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To advertise call 01242 621346 or visit www.tewkesburydirect.co.uk ROOFING SPECIALISING IN FLAT & PITCHED ROOFS EPDM RUBBER & GRP FIBREGLASS

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All work completed with a 20 or 25 year Guarantee

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All aspects of roofing work undertaken and completed to industry standards by professional tradesmen

Heating Systems. Boiler Replacements. LPG. Oil. Breakdowns. Servicing. Unvented.

General Plumbing. Bathrooms. Tiling.

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“The book is an introduction to the hobby of modern board gaming, said Steve.

“Board games have gained a lot of popularity in the lockdowns of the last couple of years, but the hobby is still very niche. Many people still play Monopoly, Cluedo and Risk because they are unaware of all the amazing games that have been created in the last 20 years or so; this book is an attempt to help rectify that.”

Author Steve Dee shares his enthusiasm for gaming, and introduces you to the many different games and genres, with passion and a sense of humour.

Readers can find out all about gateway games, co-op games,

wargames, Euros, RPGs, CCGs, LCGs, and many more.

‘Ticket to Carcassonne’ was published thanks to a kickstarter funding campaign, and is available from Amazon as a Kindle edition and a paperback book.

The popular Sculpture Garden at Showborough House, near Twyning, is all set to re-open next month.

Its Affordable Garden Exhibition showcases sculptures in all styles by emerging and established British artists - all of which are for sale. Over 150 pieces will be on display this spring.

The gardens will open 10.30-4.00pm Thursday Sunday from 5th May until 19th June. Admission is free, but donations are welcome. For more information visit the website www.showborough.com

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Dire Straits bass player heads for Tewkesbury Known the world over for his work as the bassist in the massively successful Dire Straits, John Illsley heads for Tewkesbury as part the launch tour for his new album.

‘VIII’ features eight brand new songs, plus a newly recorded studio version of the classic Beatles track ‘I’m Only Sleeping’ which John performed at the virtual ‘Dear John’ concert in 2020 celebrating John Lennon’s 80th birthday.

The album release follows the publication of the successful autobiography ‘My Life in Dire Straits’.

This new album from John instantly evokes the classic feel and sound of the band, augmented of course with his own personal style and touch, and will be a delight to fans old and new.

The album will be released in May, and the tour that John will be undertaking will offer an evening of music and

John Illsley memories, a ‘Life and Times of Dire Straits’, featuring all the Dire Straits classics plus songs from the new album.

His Tewkesbury concert is at the Roses Theatre on Saturday 23rd April. For tickets and more information, visit the website www.rosestheatre.org TEWKESBURY DIRECT - 51

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PHARMACY MATTERS with Peter Badham 1

Free pharmacy delivery service

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As readers will be aware the cost of fuel is racing up, I think it is just a matter of time before it exceeds £2 per litre, writes local pharmacist Peter Badham.

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I can also see a time when we could have fuel rationing.

As a company, Badhams are committed to providing a free delivery service with no criteria. We do not want to start bringing in criteria and making it complicated.

Please help us maintain this free service by

ordering all of the medications you need in one go.

Often, we go to the same house, two or three times a week!

We do intend to try and limit deliverers to outlying areas to certain days to give us more capacity as we believe the demand for the service must increase

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SPRING MOTORING

OUT AND ABOUT THIS SPRING

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MOTs

TYRES, EXHAUSTS & BRAKES 9

including FREE tyre and brake checks

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On Sunday 2nd May there will be an anniversary walk - for more details see www.tewkesbury.org.uk The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway has restarted its services, taking passengers on a nostalgic 14 mile journey from Broadway to Cheltenham Race Course, through stunning Cotswold scenery. See the article on page five for more details.

Tewkesbury Baptist Church will be holding an Easter Fayre and Parade on Saturday 2nd April, from 11am until 3pm. There will be stalls, refreshments and entertainment on the stage at the church (in Station Road) - culminating in an Easter Hat parade at 2.45pm. Open to all who have a hat! Admission is by donation to the Community Build Project.

Up-river at Upton-upon-Severn, the famous folk festival returns from Friday 29th April until Monday 2nd May. The town plays host to a number of top traditional folk artists for a series of concerts, as well as a grand procession, Morris dancing and general folkie fun throughout the town. There’s also story telling, a fringe festival - and all in all, a great friendly, family atmosphere. For more information visit uptonfolk.org

I hope with your understanding and support we can ride this storm and maintain a high quality service.

Peter Badham

Recruiting Fitters Now Call 01242 513322 for more details

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Servicing and Repairs

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Classic Car and Bike Specialists

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Spring Levels Check inc top ups £25 inc VAT • While-u-Wait MOTs £49 cars £29 bikes

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We always service vehicles to manufacturers specifications; we don’t skimp on cheap alternatives, we only use the best products and oils that the car left the factory with.

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That way, your car will run and run. No, we’re not the cheapest, but remember – you get what you pay for!

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Our technicians are fully trained and highly capable, assuring you of quality and reliability – and we warranty everything we do. We’ve been here for 47 years, so we guess we’re doing it right!

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Free tea and coffee always on the go

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