Tewkesbury Direct Magazine April 2016

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FRANCE HONOURS TEWKESBURY VETERAN Tewkesbury War Veteran R. A. Chandler has been presented with the Chevalier de l’Ordre National de la Légion d’Honneur, in honour of his role in the D-Day landings during the second World War. In 2014, the French Government told the UK Ministry of Defence that it wished to recognise the selfless acts of heroism and determination displayed by all surviving veterans of the Normandy landings, and of the wider campaigns to liberate France in 1944, by awarding them with the Legion d’Honneur.

Former steward of Tewkesbury Royal British Legion, Wendy Parry, helped Mr Chandler with his application - and he was asked to bring along his medal to show comrades at the club in Church Street.

The last thing Mr Chandler expected was a delegation to meet him - including Brigadier General Thierry Ducret, the French Senior National Representative to the NATO Allied Rapid Reaction Corps. Brigadier Ducret officially presented Mr Chandler with his medal, with representatives of the town as well as many friends and guests present.

Brigadier General Thierry Ducret presents Tewkesbury Veteran R.A. Chandler with his Legion D’Honneur

UPCYCLING FOR CHARITY Sixteen students from Tewkesbury School have been working closely with the Roses Theatre to create a range of products for the charity shop.

All were made the by girls, ‘upcycling’ garments which had been donated.

The students had a hand in designing, pricing, labelling and displaying the goods - and are now hoping to be able to raise money for a trip to the 2016 Clothes Show. Textiles teacher Mr Cummins says she is very proud of the imagination, drive and dedication they have shown.

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Boswell and Maggie enjoying their walk near Tewkesbury

WHEELY GOOD WALKIES An elderly Afghan hound from Tewkesbuty has been given a new leash of life, thanks to the thoughtfulness of his owner.

When Tewkesbury’s museum curator Maggie Thornton realised her faithful friend Boswell, 13, was having difficulty exercising, she began researching canine mobility aids on the internet.

Boswell has a chronic arthritic condition in his back legs, which makes it very tricky for him to walk, let alone run.

Now Maggie has found the perfect solution - a bespoke harness and wheels which support Boswell’s rear legs,

and enable him to take regular exercise.

Without his daily walks, Boswell’s health would have detriorated more quickly - but thanks to Maggie’s dedication - he is now back on the road again.

The harness supports Boswell’s hips and frame, allowing two wheels to do the work of his back legs. Maggie’s other two dogs accepted their old friend’s new look as readily as he did - and they still allow him to be boss, too!

Boswell and friend, raring to go!

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Stefan and Ollie (RED) with vintage models Karen Shipley, Sarah Rogers and Emma Durrant

RED BACK TEWKESBURY’S VINTAGE FAIR Stefan and his team at Roberts Express Delivery are backing Tewkesbury's Vintage Fair this month marking the Queen's 90th birthday, writes Shelby Powell.

Organisers are inviting py, visitors can enjoy Montellier will be spinresidents to join them at cream teas, light refreshning the vinyl in aid of charity(see page 5). the Watson Hall on ments and home made Tickets are available Saturday 23rd April to cakes in the pop-up vinon the door priced at £3 enjoy the big vintage tage tea room. and there will be birthday bash sponsored The vintage beauty parlour is back and you a licensed bar.

by RED, which is due to will be able to pick up Fair organisers raise funds for the Town top styling tips and Shelby Powell and Karen Mayor's charities.

There's a full proinspiration from the Brennan comment: "We gramme of entertainFashion Show. The vinwould like to thank ment planned with nostage bus will be offering Stefan and the team at talgic live music free tours around town RED for their support. from the fabulous forties to add to the nostalgic “We could not let such through to the swinging experience. Entry is £1 an important event as sixties, set to guarantee for adults. Kids go free. the Queen's 90th a right royal knees up in Tewkesbury's royal Birthday pass TewkesTewkesbury. celebrations pick up the bury by without a vinFor vintage fans pace in the evening with tage party". there's a bustling indoor a Vintage Record Hop Clothing in the picture market and after enjoyfrom 7.30 pm. Local DJ supplied by Monrose ing a spot of retail theraClive 'Rocket Man' Vintage Boutique.

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LET’S GO TO THE VINTAGE HOP The nostalgic atmosphere created by this year’s Tewkesbury Vintage fair will carry on into the evening with a special classic record hop at the town’s Watson Hall (Saturday 23rd April).

Vintage Hop Organiser Clive Montellier said:

“The aim is to give everyone who has been

at the fair during the day - and anyone else who likes great music from the 40s, 50s and 60s the chance to don their best vintage gear and hit the Watson Hall's fantastic original sprung dance floor.

“I'll be sharing the honours behind the decks with Rob McElvanney who, like me, is a regular DJ at Smokey Joe's retro cafe in Cheltenham.

“Rob will be spinning the best in Swing Jive, while I dig into my collection for great tunes, both classic and more obscure, from the 50s and early 60s.

“So, you can expect to hear the full range from swing, through rhythm'n'blues, rock and roll, jive and rockabilly, with some classic 50s and 60s hits thrown in for

good measure and to keep the feet moving.”

Tickets will be just £3 on the door, with all the proceeds going to local charities.

The Vintage hop will start at 7.30pm and finish at 11.00pm in the Watson Hall, Tewkesbury. Proceeds will go to local charities.

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FANCY A NICE LUNCH? THEN TRY THE GRAPEVINE The Grapevine is a Restaurant at Staunton Garden Centre, it is a pleasant and well appointed venue, where Chef Sophie Bell and her team have been preparing and serving some really fresh and creative dishes, to customers.

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Summer is coming look out for our BBQ packs: Any 3 packs for £10.00 Rump Steaks, Garlic Chicken Breast, BBQ Spare Ribs, Sausages, Burgers and Pork Steaks.

Now selling homemade Black Pudding, Brawn & Scotch Eggs

Sophie, formerly from the prestigious Valerie Patisserie, has bought with her the proven ideas and dishes which she knows her customers will enjoy.

The menus have too many dishes to mention them all, but do include a variety of Quiches, pie dishes that include Steak and Ale, Pork with Portabello Mushrooms, Fish pie and a cauliflower, broccoli and leek bake as a vegetarian option.

A unusual feature of The Grapevine, is that it is one of the few garden centres in the UK to be fully licenced for the sale of alcohol which means

you can enjoy a glass of wine perhaps to have with, or without food, or if you prefer you can have a Champagne afternoon tea, now there’s a thought.

Sophie offers a selection of light bites and has prepared a senior citizens menu that comes with free tea and coffee and of course some great desserts.

All food is of fresh and high quality and there are choices of Gluten free options.

We have told you about it, now go and try it for yourself, oh, and, there is a garden centre as well.

RETRO NAMEBOARD FOR ASHCHURCH STATION Ashchurch Railway Station now has a 1960’s style station nameboard.

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The new addition is a replica of the old British railways western region style of signage of the time.

The chocolate and cream design was faithfully copied from the original which was saved by rail historian, Ian Boskett, who has it in his garden.

The idea was originated and financed by the Ashchurch, Tewkesbury and District Rail Promotion Group, who promote the use and care of the railway station.

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Noonday

by Pat Barker, £8.99 At last readers can enjoy the third long awaited finale of Pat Barker's latest trilogy that began with 'Life Class' and followed five years later with 'Toby's Room'.

These two books introduced us to Paul Tarrant and Elinor Brooke, both art students until the first world war interrupts their studies and romance.

Subsequently in the second book, Elinor's relationship with her brother, Toby who in 1917 was reported 'missing believed killed', a story only explained by their friend and fellow artist Kit Neville, himself a casualty.

Elinor and Paul, now a married couple reappear in 'Noonday', but it is now the second world war that harasses their lives and loves. Living in London where Paul works as a warden, Elinor starts the novel helping her sister care for their dying mother in the country home where Toby's memory still resonates.

There are many angles to this book.

The life of evacuee child, Kenny and how when he returns to London his story continues to filter in and out of Paul's life as London is torn apart by the blitz.

This scenario provides for some great

writing about the horror of the blitz itself and the devastation it brings on the capital. Stories of loss and pain augmented by the art within their real lives.

Kit also reappears in the book and once Elinor is back in London working as a war artist and also an ambulance driver, the lives of the three once again intermingle.

If you have not read the first two books do not worry, 'Noonday' stands alone.

However, you may well be tempted to read about their early lives in the first two books that you will find stocked on our shelves. Pat Barker is of course best known for her WW1 'Regeneration' trilogy, also a very worthwhile read.

'Noonday' is published on 7th April.

Selected by: Ian B. Nicholson Alison’s Bookshop & Music Room High Street Tewkesbury

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Engall Castle April Advert 18/03/2016 15:28 Page 1

155 High Street Tewkesbury GL20 5JP

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Sitting within a 2 acre plot and backing onto open fields, this is an immaculately presented Grade II listed cottage with detached one bedroom annex. 4 bedrooms; kitchen/ breakfast room; dual aspect lounge; dining room; downstairs wc; utility; family bathroom; ample driveway parking.

Pamington

£550,000

Twyning

A large detached home in this popular village located within a lovely elevated position. 5/6 bedrooms; master with ensuite; dual aspect lounge; kitchen/ breakfast room; separate dining room; large conservatory; family bathroom; large garden; ample driveway parking; double tandem garage. EPC E.

£495,000

Tewkesbury

This is a beautiful home offering space, elegance and stunning gardens, in all the plot is approx. 1/4 acre. 4 bedrooms; large entrance hall; lounge; separate dining room; large conservatory; kitchen/breakfast room; downstairs wc; utility; double glazed windows; gas central heating; garage; ample parking; walking distance of town centre. EPC E.

£475,000

Kinsham

Sympathetically extended to create stunning contemporary space which combines beautifully with the character and charm of the original cottage. 5 bedrooms; 3 reception rooms; large kitchen/family/dining room; utility room; bathroom; shower room; ample driveway parking; south facing garden. EPC F.

£465,000

Bushley Green

Detached bungalow with far reaching views. Lovely gardens; flexible and versatile accommodation which is arranged currently as 3 double bedrooms; master with lovely views and French doors to garden; dual aspect lounge with log burner; kitchen/breakfast room; beautifully light dining hall.

Private position on the village green. EPC D.

£395,000

Bushley Green

Delightful Grade II listed detached village home which has been sympathetically extended and improved situated within a lovely village location. 3/4 bedrooms; 2/3 reception rooms; Pretty gardens; small paddock with lovely views; ample driveway parking; family bathroom; guest wc; Oil fired heating.

£385,000

Kempsey

£375,000

Mitton

£350,000

Walton Cardiff

£345,000

Characterful village cottage discreetly positioned with private south facing gardens. 3 double bedrooms; master with ensuite; lounge; dining room; kitchen/ breakfast room; conservatory; downstairs wc; study; family bathroom; garage; gym; hot tub; ample parking. EPC E.

Sitting on the brow of the hill this detached home offers the best of both worlds – space with views over open countryside and the convenience of being within easy walking distance of the town centre combine to make this a very attractive home. 4 bedrooms; 2 reception; kitchen/breakfast room; downstairs wc; garage; ample parking. EPC D.

This is an attractive and spacious double fronted detached house. 4 bedrooms; master with ensuite; dual aspect lounge; large kitchen/ breakfast room; separate dining room; study; utility room; downstairs wc; upstairs family bathroom; double garage; driveway parking; garden. EPC tba.

Twyning

Twyning

Bredon

£325,000

A light and spacious detached bungalow that sits centrally within its lovely gardens. 2/3 bedrooms; master with ensuite; living/ dining room; family bathroom; conservatory; integral garage; ample driveway parking. No Chain. EPC E.

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£305,000

A beautifully presented detached bungalow located within the heart of this popular village. 2 bedrooms; lounge; kitchen; separate dining room; utility room; bathroom; ample driveway parking; carport; low maintenance garden.

EPC E.

£290,000

Located within this popular and sought after location, this is a beautifully cared for link detached home. 4 Bedrooms; L shaped lounge; dining room; kitchen; downstairs wc; single garage; driveway parking; gas central heating; aluminium upvc double glazed windows; upvc gutters and soffits; attractive garden. No Chain. EPC D.

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Tewkesbury

Tewkesbury

£265,000

Rare indeed! A detached town centre bungalow with the advantage of garden and parking for several vehicles.

Double Bedroom; Kitchen/ Breakfast Room; Utility Room; Dual Aspect Lounge; Single Garage; Front & Rear Gardens; Walking distance to towns amenities. No Chain. EPC E.

£275,000

This is a lovely double fronted detached house on the popular residential estate of Walton Cardiff. 3 bedrooms; master with ensuite; dual aspect lounge; separate dining room; kitchen; downstairs wc; family bathroom; driveway parking; single garage; garden. EPC D.

This is a substantial town house situated in the highly desirable area of Twixtbears. 4 Bedrooms; 2 bathrooms; downstairs wc; garage; parking; garden; walking distance of the town centre; large lounge; 2nd reception/garden room; kitchen/breakfast room; Light and airy throughout. No Chain. EPC C.

Twyning

Newtown

Tewkesbury

£240,000

£260,000

Walton Cardiff

£265,000

£245,000

Comfortably snuggled up to the Manor House, this delightful cottage enjoys the grandeur of the communal grounds. 2 double bedrooms; master with ensuite; kitchen; 2 reception rooms; garage; ample parking; family bathroom.

No Chain. EPC E.

This is a generously proportioned detached bungalow ready to move straight into. 3 double bedrooms; lounge; kitchen; family bathroom; private garden; driveway parking; upvc double glazed windows & doors; gas central heating.

No Chain. EPC C.

Full of character this is a stunning home in the centre of town with parking and views over The Ham. 2 double bedrooms; lounge; kitchen/dining room; downstairs wc; upstairs shower room; allocated driveway parking. No Chain. EPC D.

Walton Cardiff

Walton Cardiff

Tewkesbury

£205,000

£187,500

£165,000

Beautifully presented throughout, this end terrace home has the advantage of being a corner plot. Dual aspect lounge; modern kitchen/dining room; downstairs wc; 3 bedrooms; master with ensuite; gated driveway; single garage; pretty garden; gas central heating; upvc double glazing. EPC C.

Spacious town house in this popular location with views towards open fields. 3 bedrooms; master with ensuite; open plan kitchen/ living room; family bathroom; utility room; integral garage; parking. EPC C.

Beautifully presented throughout this is a lovely town centre cottage. 2 bedrooms; lounge; modern kitchen/ dining room; contemporary bathroom; garden; walking distance to towns amenities. EPC E.

Walton Cardiff

Tewkesbury

Ashchurch

£160,000

This is a spacious coach house with a delightful outlook over a mature hedgerow. 2 double bedrooms; master with ensuite; open plan living room; modern kitchen; bathroom; parking; garage with power & light. EPC C.

£150,000

Ground floor with patio and stunning and interesting views of the river, lock, Malvern Hills and Ham this is a beautiful apartment. 1 Double bedroom; modern shower room; modern kitchen; lounge/dining room; walking distance of all the towns amenities; day time manager; 24 hr care line; over 60s. No Chain. EPC B.

£135,000

Immaculately presented, this ground floor apartment with stunning far reaching views to Cleeve Hill and the Cheltenham Escarpment. 2 bedrooms; lounge; modern kitchen; low maintenance garden; parking. EPC C.

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RAMBLING AROUND with Jack B. Walker

IT’S BLUEBELL TIME! Without doubt one of the most popular walks I have written about in Tewkesbury Direct over the past seven years is the trek to see the wonderful bluebells in Beckford Coppice, writes Jack B. Walker.

Depending upon the arrival of Spring, the best time to view the spectacle is mid-April to mid-May - and this year it looks like there is going to be a very good show indeed.

Park in the lane at the side of the Yew Tree Inn at Conderton. You can also catch the 540 bus from Tewkesbury if you want to leave the car at home.

Walk up the lane, and

as it bears left, carry on straight ahead up a rough track (1).

When you reach a gate and barn ahead of you, keep on the stony track as it bears right and sharply upwards, (2), and continue ahead until you reach the cross tracks (3).

Turn right and walk down the hill along a broad sandy track known locally as the ‘Yellow Brick Road.’

At the next cross tracks (4), take the path on your left which leads into the woods.

Follow the path down to the stream and cross the footbridge. This section of Beckford Coppice is famous for its bluebells: please keep to the trail to protect them.

Follow the path up the bank and through the woods and cross over a stile. (5).

Turn right and walk

along the edge of the wood, to reach a small gate. Go through and carry on ahead with the fence to your left, then bear right as the wellwalked path descends through the field. At the bottom of the field skirt a thicket (6) and bear right up a lane between some hedges.

The route now rejoins the Yellow Brick Road (7), so bear right and walk up the hill to

Folly Gardens Vets offer Keyhole Surgery at their Walton Cardiff clinic

Beckford Coppice: the magnificent spectacle of the ‘bluebell carpet’ (Pic: Jack B. Walker, 2015) return to point (4).

This time, take the path on your left and walk along the edge of a field.

At the bottom of the field, after a descent, bear right to a small gate at the other side of the stream (8). Go through and up the slope, keep-

ing the fence to your left, reaching a row of trees.

Keep straight ahead over a stile into a meadow, with Conderton Manor’s gardens on your left. Cross over the next stile and walk ahead to reach the lane; turn left and walk down the lane into the village.

Once you have made the important decision to spay your family pet, another waits just around the corner; to lap spay, or not to lap spay?

The term “lap” short for laparoscopic, falls under the category of what you may be more familiar with; “Key-hole surgery”. This involves placing a very small camera (5mm in diameter to be precise) through the abdominal wall to cleverly locate the ovaries and uterus in a female dog. Once located one or two very small additional ports are made to accurately prevent any bleeding and safely remove the ovaries.

At Folly Gardens we are proud to be able to offer this as a service to our clients and those interested in having their pet spayed laparoscopically. However, it is important to stress that the traditional method of spaying is still safe and effective; so why go for key-hole?

There are many published benefits to lap spays and these include faster recoveries, less post operative pain and less trauma to the soft tissues involved. In total your pet is more comfortable, recovers quicker and is much happier. When the abdomen is inflated and a high resolution camera is used, the detail and magnification is far superior to the traditional method of spaying. With this technique we are able to completely assess your pet’s abdomen in great detail and great comfort.

If you are interested in having your canine friend spayed laparoscopically, then please contact the clinic on 01684 292244 and one of our vets will be happy to speak to you.

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Distance: approx. 3 miles; moderate ascents Car Parking: with care in Conderton village Public transport: 540 bus from Tewkesbury to Conderton (no service Sundays/Bank Holidays) Refreshments: The Yew Tree pub, Conderton Map not to scale: OS Sheet 190 recommended

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ANIMAL MATTERS with Caroline Gould of Vale Wildlife Rescue

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FUNDING A WILDLIFE HOSPITAL Most of the articles I write are about the work that we do at Vale Wildlife Hospital and the casualties that we deal with on a daily basis, writes Caroline Gould of Vale Wildlife Rescue.

This month I want to highlight the hardest part of running a wildlife hospital, the funding of it.

With all the stories of the different species that we deal with and the injuries we see treat every day, it’s easy to forget that it all costs a huge amount of money and all our running costs have to be raised by us.

We are not funded by the government as are wildlife hospitals in some other countries, nor do we receive any sort of council funding.

The entire £30,000 every month that it costs to enable us to continue our work has to be raised, month in and month out – it is a mammoth task and one which we are appealing for help with.

We pride ourselves in giving the best care possible to the sick and injured wild animals that are brought in to the hospital daily.

The vast majority have ended up needing our care because of human-related some issue – very few are casualties of natural causes. I feel that we are therefore all responsible for trying to help these animals and return them to their natural environment as soon as they are fit and well.

We desperately need people to help us raise the funds to keep going.

We do as much fundraising as we possibly can and we also have a charity shop in Evesham (and we are looking into the possibility of opening one in Cheltenham too).

But much of our time has to be spent handson in the hospital, especially in the spring and summer months when we can have 600+ animals in our care at any one time.

WE NEED HELP WITH FUNDRAISING. Can you organise a fundraiser for us?

How about a collection at work? A sponsored event? Could you become part of ‘Friends of Vale Wildlife’, the fundraising arm of the charity, run by Kim White?

Contact Kim on 01386 882288 if you would like to join her team. Can you spare a small donation on a regular basis? Even the smallest of donations will help.

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by John Dixon, Tewkesbury Historical Society It is very confusing but old Sun Street was at some distance from the Library and has now been replaced by the precinct shops pictured below – Woody’s and the Nutrition Centre.

To add further confusion, old Sun Street was also known as Station Street, possibly after 1878.

Last month we saw that Boots’ Hearing Centre was once the Coachbuilder’s Manufactory and then the Car Mart (101). Sun Street was named after the public house that was demolished in about 1840.

The Gothic-styled buildings were built by the Board of Health in 1878 and designed as lock up shops with no living accommodation. No 1 was famously occupied by Fred Preston, tailor to the wealthy (later Stallards). In front of it was a weighing machine and the late Nora Day claimed cellars from the old inn still lurked under these shops and Sun Street.

Behind him was Cobbler Reg Brick, then Barber Stokes and cobbler Jack Hodges. The Labour Exchange had been the Borough Surveyor’s Office and the Fire Station before that. The conveniences had been built on a sheep market which also ran along the other side of the street, until built on by the garage.

What a shame these buildings of character were demolished for the Precinct.

John Dixon

The Street with the Car Mart (T Clempson)

The Market Shops in Station/Sun Street c 1958 (Butwell). To the left is the Happy Return Pub; down the street, jutting out, is the one time Labour Exchange; behind it are public conveniences and Warner’s Garage

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Following the main meeting, There will be a talk by Sam Davies from Coeliac UK HQ. Also a display and presentation by Wiltshire Farm Foods, plus one other speaker TBA. Full details will be published on the Coeliac (Gloucestershire Local group) website in the Spring Newsletter.

Entrance fee £1.00. per person, this will include a FREE!!! Raffle ticket the prize for which is a Hamper full of Gluten Free Foods and a bottle of wine. Further details please contact Ken Stothard@ksal.co.uk or telephone 01453 821533.

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TOY AND COLLECTABLES AUCTION Entries invited for the following:Tin plate toys | Train sets | Die cast Dinky and Corgi Enamel signs | Old dolls and teddys Dolls houses and furniture | Scientific instruments Musical instruments | Military items | Stamps Old posters | Old clocks 䡵 Fishing rod with Old Meccano | Optical instruments ‘Trixi’ wheel Taxidermy (subject to current laws) Old guns (subject to current laws) 1960, 70 and 80 LPs (not classical) Railway memorabilia 䡵 Morse code tapper

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䡵 Movie stills and photographs of film stars

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We always seek militaria, tools, gardenalia, pictures, toys, furniture & household.

We carry out house clearances and we love shed, garage and barn clear outs.

1-2 Church Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5PA T. 01684 296540

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NO STOPPING LAUREN FIT BEATS CHARITY EVENT On Saturday 7th May, Gravity Events are hosting a one day fitness party at Tewkesbury School Sports Centre from 9am to 6pm. Come along and try the latest fitness classes with top local and international presenters including former X Factor contestant Chico, who will be presenting his new fitness programme called Block Fit which is four workouts in one!

Kirstie Hay of Tewkesbury’s Fast Fitness for Ladies sent in this report about raising money for Sport Relief.

Lauren Wyatt (staff member) completed an all day circuit from 9am7:30pm, which meant Lauren completed over 40 circuits.

As our workout is a 30 minute workout which takes 2 circuits to complete in one workout. She completed a huge task and did so well at it with the help of all our loyal members and staff.

We also invited members to bring their loved ones in for a sport your sweetie workout that evening, Which proved very entertaining but fun.

We have raised over £500 for this great cause.

A Homemade Large Gravy Pies £3.00 each for Ail (normay £3.95) Why not give them a try available cooked ready to eat or frozen for a fresh bake off at home!!

The cost for the day is £35, with all profits going to The Pied Piper Appeal, whose aim is to transform the lives of sick and disabled children, a charity to close to the hearts of Suzanne and John as their baby son was recently diagnosed with a terminal genetic disorder.

Suzanne said ‘Although this is a hard time we want to raise as much money as possible for Pied Piper as the help and support we are getting from Gloucester Hospital, Acorns and James Hopkins is amazing and we want to give something back’.

If you would like further information please contact gravityeventsuk@hotmail.co m or call Suzanne on 07707 891824, if you would like to make a donation to this worthwhile cause please visit their just giving page Suzanne Meadon FitBeats.

CELEBRATING WITH CARDS AND GIFTS

Recently Mike and Louise of popular Tewkesbury shop, Cards and Gifts, moved to larger premises in the High Street. A shop packed with customers and well wishers were there to witness the official opening. The space in the new shop will enable the introduction of some delightful and amusing new lines.

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

A warm welcome awaits at Badham Pharmacy, Priors Park WE COME TO YOU

Award Winning produce including our GOLD Award Home cured bacon, award winning sausages, black pudding, sausage rolls and much more • Homemade Pork Pies and gravy pies, sausage rolls, faggots and pasties cooked daily • Your stockist of British, Free Range and local produce including Gloucester Old Spot Pork

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

We also make and deliver dosette trays

WE ALWAYS HAVE LOTS OF GREAT OFFERS IN STORE

• Seasonal Game and Exotics range also available as well as much more at your friendly local traditional butchers.

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S.R. TYRES are pleased to have moved to Tewkesbury (formerly at Twigworth Car Dismantlers)

LAKEFEST 2016 HEADLINER, THE CORAL, RELEASE LONGANTICIPATED NEW ALBUM

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TYRES FROM ONLY £10 NEW & PART WORN TYRES SUPPLIED, FITTED & BALANCED The Coral Following a five-year hiatus, The Coral’s long-anticipated and much talked about new album Distance Inbetween is out now.

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UNIT 3 CYMBIO BUSINESS CENTRE (NEXT TO THE FORMER BRITISH CAR AUCTION SITE)

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Sure to be a crowd pleaser, The Coral announced their return to music at the end of last year. As part of their tour, they will take to the stage as a headline act at Lakefest 2016. This is their eighth studio album and the band are known for huge hits including: Dreaming of You, In the Morning and Pass It On. Lakefest organisers

have revealed a further 12 acts set to appear at the summer family festival: Big Country, Molotov Jukebox, Secret Affair, Nahko and Medicine for the People, Duke Special, Roving Crows, The Cracked, Erica, Foreign Affairs, Jasper in the Company of Others, Altern8 - Live P.A and Baby D These join the formerly announced Starsailor,

Primal Scream, We Are Scientists, The Coral, Newton Faulkner and Afro Celt Sound System.

Lakefest 2016 returns for its fifth consecutive year on 11th, 12th, 13th and 14th August. For the first time, Eastnor Castle Deer Park, near Ledbury, will play host to the summer spectacular.

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COSMETIC DENTISTRY RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY GENERAL DENTISTRY PREVENTATIVE DENTISTRY FACIAL AESTHETICS SPRING SPECIAL OFFERS FREE Colgate electric toothbrush for all ne FREE Travel Bag (worth £43) for April Denplan registra

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READ ALL ABOUT THE LIFE OF DON REGINO Bredon authors Rob and Margaret (Boo) Vernon are no strangers to mining history. They have been involved with the study for over 45 years.

Dr Rob Vernon has written numerous books and articles on the subject and Margaret was once the Education Officer for the National Coal Mining Museum for England at Wakefield. More recently

they have studied the various British mining communities that once existed to work the mineral wealth of Spain.

Linares, a lead mining area in northern Andalusia was one such

community. It once attracted the attention of over 30 British registered mining companies, and British mining expertise.

Rob and Margaret are frequent visitors to Linares and

SPRING RANGES HAVE ARRIVED A wonderful range of christening wear, play and party clothes for Children 0-12 years

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have worked with the Spaniards to put together the history of the British mining community there.

Their latest book ‘Don Regino’ recounts the short life of Reginald Bonham Carter. The title is the name the Spaniards affectionately called him. He was a popular young mechanical engineer who worked for various British lead mining companies, before becoming the manager of a local foundry, and owning his own lead mine. Had he lived, he would have been the great-uncle of Helena Bonham Carter, the film actress.

Unfortunately he was killed in an underground mining accident in 1906, and is buried in the ‘English’ cemetery at Linares.

‘The Spaniards say that only the English and the dogs are out between twelve and three, during the siesta.’

We have probably all heard of the quote about ‘Only mad dogs and Englishmen go out in the mid-day sun’, but perhaps we didn’t know that it was known, and said, by Reginald

Bonham Carter in 1902, in one of over 400 letters he wrote home, and provided a rich source of information for the book. In his letters he writes about mining, agriculture, irrigation, transport, politics as well as the concoctions of his cook, and the antics of his servant. Perhaps he was wrong about his prediction about the popularity of golf courses though!

The valley that I passed through would at present make a good golf links, which I sometimes think of starting, though I don’t think it would find much favour.’

From an influential London family, his story is an interesting one. He was one of twelve chil-

dren, many of whom became famous in various walks of life.

The book has ample illustrations taken from the Bonham Carter Archives in the Hampshire Record Office, and elsewhere. It makes fascinating reading and is available from Alisons Bookshop in Tewkesbury for £11.

Authors Rob and Margaret (Boo) Vernon

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IN STOCK FOR SPRING D GARDEN ARCHES from £75 +vat

The Tewkesbury Car Wash Fund Raising Mural Owners of Tewkesbury’s Hand Car Wash near Twyning are brightening up their waiting room with a beautiful mural designed and painted by popular cow artist, Sam Morris.

Owners of the Car Wash, Julie Darling and Albert Dosku, decided to cheer up the plain wall in the waiting room and are seeking local individuals and businesses to sponsor fifty painted poppies for the mural.

Julie said “The mural will be on display for at least a year and if successful we may support another charity next year”.

All money raised will go to the Royal British Legion and Julie would like anyone interested in helping to visit in to the

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Black days of World War I remembered In April 2016, we are commemorating two of the blackest days in World War I, writes John Dixon of Tewkesbury Historical Society. These are the defeat at Katia on Easter Sunday and, six days later, the surrender of the Kut garrison in Mesopotamia (Iraq).

At Katia in Egypt Gloucestershire and Worcestershire Yeomanry were cut off by a superior Turkish force.

No Tewkesburians lost their lives – but the 500 unlucky ones became POWs, suffering hardship and brutality during an 800 mile desert forced march.

Four had inexorably died by 1919: Frank Neale of wounds in Jerusalem; Frank Perkins of dysentery in a notorious prison; William Greenwood succumbed to cholera in Ankara; Albert Clarke of malaria in hospital in December 1918 after a 350 mile march to Damascus. 60-70% of Turkish POWs died in captivity.

Frank Pullin and Thomas Strickland of Apperley Court survived – but the latter died, aged only 47, from TB. The surrender of Kut was “the most abject capitulation in Britain’s military history”.

Map of the Battles against the Ottoman Empire (S Eedle)

The invasion of Mesopotamia pursued

The Yeomanry Memorial at Gloucester Cathedral (J.Dixon)

oil, but planning was lamentable – Twyning soldier W. A. Price died of wounds.

No other local men were killed, but it was a shattering blow to British prestige, adding 2,500 more POWs for the long desert trek.

Six more Tewkesburians were killed avenging these defeats in 1917.

A Commemorative Service will be held at St. Mary’s de Lode Church in Gloucester at 2pm on Saturday 23rd April 2016.

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

1: Which rivers flow through the following towns/cities?

Bath, Evesham, Salisbury and Christchurch? (Just one name!)

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2: Which movie star married Prince Rainier of Monaco in April 1956?

3: Which celebrity is quoted as having said “I am the closest thing to American Royalty?”

4: What is the current name for the city known to the Romans as Eboracum?

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

The Scout Hut, Oldbury Road, Tewkesbury. For details, contact Mrs Allvey 01531 650200.

LAMBING LIVE Overbury Farms, Overbury, Sunday 3rd April (10am-3pm).

Tractor and trailer rides up to the lambing sheds, displays about the farm, and a chance

Restaurant Opening Times Monday & Wednesday-Sunday Lunch: 12 noon-2.30pm Dinner: 5.30pm-11.00pm Take Away Collection Get 10% Off Delivery service within 3 miles Pub open every day from Noon

Now open at the Crown Shuthonger DELIVERY SERVICE AVAILABLE

01684 293714 or 07724 630083 The Crown, Mythe Road, Shuthonger, Tewkesbury GL20 6EF Tues-Sat 5pm-11pm, Sun 5pm-10.30pm, Mon closed, Open Bank Holidays

Celebrating 17 years in Tewkesbury DINE IN • DINE OUT TAKEAWAYS • (01684) 273727

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to meet the Overbury Game Keeping team.

For details visit www. overburyfarms.co.uk or call 01386 725111.

TEWKESBURY MEMORY CAFE: Tewkesbury Day Centre, last Wednesday of each month (2-4pm).

For those suffering from memory loss and/or dementia. In addition to the advice and support available, there is also the opportunity to participate in craft activities and enjoy tea/coffee and cakes for a small donation. Call 01684 296238 CARE TO SING TEWKESBURY Tewkesbury Day Centre.

Second Wednesday of the month 2pm to 4pm.

For those with memory problems and their carers/companions.

We have tea and cakes and have fun singing our favourite songs together. £2.50pp.

For more details please call us on Tewkesbury 01684 772559.

THE TEWKESBURY LIBRARY CRAFT CLUB: Free club for people who

enjoy chatting and sharing ideas about crafts; sewing, knitting, cardmaking jewellery making while they work.

Ask at library or call Deborah on 01684 276503.

BREDON CRAFTERS: third Wednesday of the month, 1pm-5pm. In the Village Hall, Bredon.

BREATHE EASY TEWKESBURY: every second Tuesday of the month, 2.pm - 4pm at the Boys Brigade Community Centre.

Open to all sufferers of lung conditions, families, friends and carers.

British Lung Foundation Support Group.

FREE LOCAL HISTORY ADVICE: You will find a family and local historian at Tewkesbury Library, on most Thursday afternoons. Advance booking essential - please call 01684 293086.

To promote your event in our ‘What’s On’ listings visit our website or email tewkesburydirect@googlemail.com

TEWKESBURY’S FAMOUS INDIAN AND BANGLADESHI RESTAURANT

Quay Street, Tewkesbury

Tewkesbury Fryer

5: Athletics: what is the first even of the second day of the Decathlon?

WHAT’S ON This Month

At The Royal Oak, Main Road, Bredon, Tewkesbury GL20 7LW

Chinese Restaurant & Take-Away

5: Which of the following teams have never won the English football title? Burnley, Sunderland or Leicester City?

ANSWERS: 1. River Avon (three different rivers, all called Avon); 2. Grace Kelly; 3.Paris Hilton; 4.York ; 5. Leicester City; 6. 110m hurdles.

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Wartime Spirit: back at the GWR This month

Steam back to the Forties Home Front Visitors can step back in time, pack up their troubles in their old kit bags and smile, smile, smile at a special nostalgia event this month.

On Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th April, The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway’s Toddington Station will stage a 'Wartime in the Cotswolds' event, delivering an authentic experience of railways in the 1940s.

A full weekend of nostalgic 1940s-themed activities is planned and everyone is invited to take a trip down memory lane.

Visitors can travel the line between Cheltenham Racecourse and Toddington, where an intensive steam train timetable will be running. There will be military camps, re-enactors, an air-raid shelter experience, wartime music, singers and entertainers, military and civilian vehicles - plus much more.

There is plenty of FREE parking at Toddington and Cheltenham Race Course stations. Cheltenham Race Course is strongly recommended, as there is plenty of hard standing.

For full details of this and all other special events at the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway, visit the website www.gwsr.com or call 01242 621405.

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Tewkesbury LIVE

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Church St, Tewkesbury 01684 290555 FRI 1st APRIL: Bluesman Mike Francis, The Berkeley Arms.

SAT 9th APRIL: Paul Stevens, Royal British Legion.

Chris Barber Band, The Roses Theatre.

SUN 10th APRIL: Aquarius (4-7pm), The White Bear.

SAT 2nd APRIL: Chicago Bytes, The Berkeley Arms.

Gordon Dean, Royal British Legion.

SUN 3rd APRIL: Raymond Froggatt, The Roses Theatre.

WED 13th APRIL: Feast of Fiddles, The Roses Theatre.

FRI 15th APRIL: Show of Hands, The Roses Theatre.

Midlands Regulators, (4pm-7pm) The White Bear.

SAT 16th APRIL: Jibberfish, The Berkeley Arms.

Mike Prince, Royal British Legion.

SAT 9th APRIL: The Doonies, The Berkeley Arms.

SUN 17th APRIL: Dave C (4-7pm), The White Bear.

SAT 16th APRIL: Tom Forbes, (the up-&-coming Ed Sheeran!)

Lakeside Café Bar, Bredon’s Hardwick.

THURS 21st APRIL: Scallywags Comedy The Berkeley Arms.

SAT 23nd APRIL: Ruzz Guitar, The Berkeley Arms.

SAT 23rd APRIL: Sean, Royal British Legion.

SUN 24th APRIL: Kaz (4-7pm), The White Bear.

TUES 26th APRIL: Roger Davies, The Roses Theatre.

THURS 28th APRIL: Johnny Coppin, (support by Colin Pitts) Folk in the Foyer, Evesham Arts Centre.

FRI 29th APRIL: The Future Set, The Berkeley Arms.

FRI 29th APRIL: A Celebration of John Denver, The Roses Theatre.

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SAT 30th APRIL: Tandem, Royal British Legion.

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SAT 30th APRIL: Andy Margarett, The Berkeley Arms.

SAT 30th APRIL: Junction 7, Lakeside Café Bar, Croft Farm, Bredon’s Hardwick.

SUN 1st MAY: Forty Blues Toes, Wheelhouse, Marina, Upton-upon-Severn.

SUNDAY ROASTS choice of three meats

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Glevum Cars MUDDY MADNESS A team from Tewkesbury’s Gym and Tonic took part in the recent Devil Mud Run held at Stanley Pontlarge near Gretton. The event drew hundreds who took part on a very cold weekend.

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MARTIN FEEDS THE MUDDY MASSES Local farmer and butcher, Martin Gilder took the opportunity at the Devil Mud Run, to launch his new mobile burger truck, the Longhorn Burger Truck.

The truck built into a classic 1970s Bedford, has been converted to prepare and cook the burgers that Martins Meats are famous for, at outdoor events and gatherings.

Martins burgers are handmade using beef from his own herd.

Eyecatching and unmissable, the truck is available to hire, complete with staff.

If you are looking for an added attraction with no fuss at an event you may be planning, why not give Martins Meats a call on 01242 621593.

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EVENTS AT THREE COUNTIES SHOWGROUND, MALVERN WR13 6NW 9th April - Classic Commercial Enthusiast Show 10th April - Malvern Classic and Off Road Motorcycle Show and Jumble 17th April - Irish Setter Club of Wales Championship Show 17th April - Flea Fair 22nd April - West of England Ladies Kennel Club Championship Show 5th - 8th May - RHS Malvern Spring Festival

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SLOW AND POOR PERFORMING COMPUTERS CAN BE GIVEN A NEW LEASE OF LIFE

by Luke Scudder of Tewkesbury Computers Slow computers and poor performance can lessen the enjoyment we gain from our desktop PCs and laptops – it can also test the best of us in terms of patience! A poor performing PC can usually be fixed and in most cases be brought back to its previous, reliable, faster state.

The causes of a slow or unresponsive PC are a plenty, but usually a result of a virus, malware or Trojan and a long list of unwanted, unnecessary or unused applications or programs. These can, in some cases, cause a corrupt Windows registry which can seriously affect the stability of your machine, making it unresponsive, slow and prone to crashing.

Tewktech deal with these problems every day, and work with our customers to give their desktop or laptops a new lease of life. For a small fee, we can give your desktop or laptop a once over, test for viruses and remove them if required and ensure your system is completely up to date with the required Windows updates.

If a virus isn't the cause of your slow computer, we would suggest restoring or refreshing your desktop or laptop to its factory settings. This

means your computer will run as it did the day your purchased it. Don’t forget to backup your files and other data though as restoring your computer will remove these files – if required, we can help you do this.

To book your desktop or laptop in with

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THE ROSES THEATRE NAMED CHARITY OF THE YEAR The Roses Theatre in Tewkesbury is delighted to announce that it has been named Charity of the Year by local IT company Redsixty.

The Charity of the Year partnership will commence on the 21st March with the launch of the Ride to Rio campaign, which will see staff from The Roses and Redsixty cycling the distance from Tewkesbury to the home of the 2016 Olympic Games.

Theatregoers can expect to see volunteers racking up 9,227km over the next six months, with all money sponsorship going to the Roses.

Redsixty will also be aiding their Charity of the Year through a full

calendar of engaging fundraising events, in a collaborative effort which gives back to the Tewkesbury community.

Proposed events for the coming year include a Coffee and Cakes morning in May, a carwash at Basepoint Business Centre in June and a summer barbeque as part of the theatre’s annual outdoor performances in August.

Sheldon Witney, one of Redsixty’s directors, said: ‘We are delighted to be working alongside and supporting our char-

ity of the year, The Roses Theatre. They are a hard working and enthusiastic team and we hope to contribute to that enthusiasm and make a real impact.’

As a local Tewkesbury company, Redsixty has supported the Roses for many years, including their sponsorship of the Aladdin pantomime in 2012 and ongoing donations towards various projects and campaigns.

In 2016 they have decided to take their support one step further and dedicate a whole year to

helping the Roses raise valuable funds.

Staff from both companies are looking forward to the year ahead, which will see them join forces and provide new opportunities for the community through the theatre.

Anyone hoping to get involved and sponsor any of Redsixty and The Roses Theatre’s collaborative events can find further information at www.rosestheatre.org/e vents/category/support.

TEWKESBURY FLOWER CLUB April meeting is on 12th April at the Watson Hall.

The doors open at 7.00 and the meeting starts at 7.30. Our demonstrator this month is Margaret Rumens and her title is “Come let us sing”.

Visitors are very welcome to join us and entrance is only £5. No experience is necessary just come and spend a relaxing evening watching a professional arrange beautiful flowers which will be raffled at the end.

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The Ofsted report begins by stating that ‘the Headteacher has driven significant improvements in the academy since the last inspection’.

It goes on to refer to the school as ‘a rapidly improving academy’ with a ‘culture of high expectation that is shared by staff and pupils’ generated by the actions of the Headteacher.

Students at the school are described as ‘polite and considerate towards each other and staff’. Inspectors go on to say ‘Pupils are proud of their academy and enjoy turning up each morning.’

Academic progress is also recognised as having risen significantly since the time of the last inspection. “Attainment in English and mathematics in 2015 was well above the national average.

The proportion of pupils achieving 5A*-C grades at GCSE was also well above average”.

Gary Watson, Headteacher of the school said: “This report gives overdue recognition to the significant improvements made at the school since 2013.

Of particular significance for me is that praise is afforded to such a wide variety of stakeholders associated with the school including students, parents, teaching and support staff, governors and our local community partners. It is the combination of all their joint endeavours that continues to yield demonstrable and sustained improvements. Those areas identified by Ofsted for improvement are already very much on our radar and were shared openly with the inspection team as our agreed focuses for further development.”

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FIRST AID SUCCESS FOR SEVERN UNIT MVS Members of Tewkesbury based Severn Unit Maritime Volunteer Service recently attended a RYA First Aid Course at Croft Farm Water Park and successfully achieved their new RYA qualification.

Head of Unit Nic Price said “Instructor Tom Lawrence covered subjects ranging from resuscitation, treatment of an unconscious casualty, recognising and treating hypothermia to drowning and it was an excellent course.”

Nick added “We all learned a great deal and this knowledge and practical experience should stand us in good stead if a medical emergency occurs.

This qualification will enable five of our members to progress towards achieving a RYA Advanced Powerboat Qualification later this year.”

MVS Severn Unit Head of Engineering Ben FosterSmith practising Life Saving CPR on dummy “Resusci Annie”

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REAL FOOD FOR REAL PEOPLE Owner of Teddington Stores, Debbie Thompson, is an avid enthusiast for cooking with local, fresh organic and specially selected products.

Business has been steadily growing at her shop as more and more customers have been seeking out alternative products to add to and develop the meals that they prepare.

The in house coffee shop has expanded to cope with demand. It become a very popular place to meet friends over a nice Lavazza and Ue coffee produced in Witney and to enjoy a number of sandwiches pastries and snacks.

For those who would like to sample new food and wine, regular evenings are hosted by the Teddington Stores Food and wine society, which is open to all, to join ask one of the friendly members of staff instore.

The product ranges are constantly reviewed and expanded to introduce new ideas to customers. Current new lines introduced this month are wines from the nearby Sixteen Ridges vinyard near Ledbury and the Quara range of fine

Argentinian wines, that were promoted at a recent in store Argentinian evening.

A new deli counter will be opening soon too, so, if its food with quality and taste you are interested in, then you really should pop in sometime very soon.

Alfredo Cohen, wine expert from Quara Wines, discussing wine production in South America at a recent themed evening.

TEWKESBURY GUIDES CLEAN FOR THE QUEEN Celebrating 25 years in business Seeds and bulbs Seed potatoes and onion sets Home grown bedding plants Beautiful planted baskets and containers

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1st Tewkesbury Guides, who hold their meetings at the Jubilee II centre, took part in Clean for the Queen on Priors Park on Saturday 4th March, joining other volunteers, including local councillors and members of the Fire Service, to clean an area of litter and glass.

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HALIFAX WORKS, THEN, THEN, AND NOW Another historical gem supplied by local historian Derek Round.

BOB SKELT ILLUSTRATED TALK AT TEWKESBURY LIBRARY Thursday 28th April at Tewkesbury Library commencing at 7 pm.

Bob Skelt will be giving an illustrated talk entitled "Cracking the Codes" This tells how the codebreakers at Bletchley Park broke into the German Enigma codes and how the resulting information was used to great effect during WWII, and played a major role in defeating the enemy.

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Photo taken in 1993. Juvenile members of Tewkesbury Popular Angling Association. Left to right ~ Richard Everitt, Andrew Barr & Michael Smith. Building in background was bought by the Tewkesbury Popular Angling Association Ltd in 1994.

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EVESHAM TRUCK FESTIVAL AND NEW DEFIBRILLATOR FOR TEWKESBURY RUGBY CLUB Local businessman Terry Peirce got in touch with a couple of great stories recently.

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Terry, who is the owner of Autocolour Services the specialist vehicle paintshop, in the Cotteswold Dairy Industrial Estate, told us of a project to provide a defibrillator for Tewkesbury Rugby Football Club.

In an earlier issue, we reported of the efforts of Vicky Phelps who has been raising funds in memory of her brother who died of sudden death syndrome.

Since then Eldersfield Parish Council, who heard of the story, came forward and offered a red BT telephone box for a nominal fee to house the equipment at the club.

Local builders Randall and Warner removed the footings from the box and building and plumbing supplies transported the box and took it to Autocolour Services where it was stripped ready for sandblasting at MB Finishings and then back to Autocolour Services to be repaired and painted.

New glass and handles will be funded by Cotswold BMW, all work

Vicky Phelps (centre). undertaken in its installation will be done by the sponsors for free.

Terry also mentioned that some readers may be interested in the forthcoming Evesham Truck Festival too who will be holding its second annual show at Ashdown Farm, Badsey Road, Evesham Worcestershire.

Trucks will be on show from all over the Country, and will be open to the public for viewing on the 23rd and 24th April 2016.

Admission is £5 for Adults, children under the age of 12 are FREE, Gates are open from 9am Saturday, until 11pm, and Sunday 9am until 3pm.

Alongside the trucks there will be a large variety of trade stands, family entertainment and charity events being held.

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STAMP SPECIALIST VISIT AT BOOKWORKM, HIGHT ST, TEWKESBURY British and Commonwealth stamps for sale.

Saturday 2nd April & Saturday 7th May, 11.00am to 3.00pm.

Valuation of collections given. (Appointments advisable).

Proceeds from the day will be donated to Bookworm and The Pied Piper Appeal.

GOING BACK TO 1902 with Derek Round Following on with our feature of comparisons from advertisements that appeared in a 1902 Tewkesbury Guide, we feature those properties in the present day.

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The first is the George Inn in the High Street. This property still traded as “The George� until a few years ago and then the Post Office moved into the building.

The pub, it seems, was a tied house to Ind Coope of Burton on Trent and apart from a new window, and painted exterior, little has changed.

Tewkesbury The Anchor Hotel, now the Anchor Inn, also in the High Street, has again withstood the tests of time. The ground floor was adapted at some time with the arched windows actually in the writers view, improving the appearance. The chimney on the property is one of the few in town centre that still smokes as the owners still like to warm their customers with a real fire. Like The George Inn, the sash windows are still in place on the upper floor at least 114 years later on.

Please can you help, we need: Books, CDs, DVDs, Audio Books, Large Print, Sheet Music, Puzzles, Pictures, Prints, Maps, Stamps, Coins.

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Melanies Cafe in the High Street used to trade as S. Handley, an Iron Mongery. With watering cans and implements outside the shop it must have been an interesting place to visit. Alley entrance can be seen to the left of both pictures.

Finally we visit the former Denley and Sons Builders Merchants in East Street. Today the building is being converted to residential. It is clear that over time a couple of ground floor doorways have been cut into the brickwork and some of the top floor louvre vents have been converted to windows and one has been bricked up.

Thanks to Derek Round for the loan of archive material.

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THE FUTURE OF PHOTOGRAPHIC PRINTING HAS ARRIVED IN TEWKESBURY Owner of the Photo Studio, Nick Jones has invested in a brand new, state of the art, Fuji Frontier, dry Minilab, DL 650,which will bring high quality photo ordering to command of keypads of computers, phones and the internet on demand.

Photographs can be sent via the Fuji app which can be downloaded here at: www.fujifilmimagine.co.uk/mobile, entering the code pst22 and then photos can be ordered from a number of sources including Facebook, Instagram Android and i Phones tablets and computers.

This can be done wherever you are 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 365 days a year and the photos will be ready for collection the next working day.

Payment is costed for your order and is made conveniently through Paypal.

The super new lab is capable of printing photographs in stunning colour and can now print

landscape up to an enormous 48”x 12” size.

For those who wish to come to the Studio there are two Kiosk touch screen ordering displays

capable of taking memory cards and all kinds of plug ins for your device so that you can choose at leisure the prints you want.

Nick is very keen to point out that, printing Photographs, is a way of retaining digital memories as he is sure most readers will have faced

the disappointment of loosing photos through broken tablets, lost phones or just changing a device without backup.

Nick also reminds readers that he can also print from slides, and film, with many other services which include

Photo restoration, Passport Photos, gifts, albums and the frames for that perfect print.

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Authentic food, vegetarian option available, and entertainment of the period, including music by Waytes and Measures, and fun and games, overseen by the Lord of the Feast and his Lady.

Bar will be open.

Medieval costume is welcome but not essential and can be hired from Tewkesbury Museum for £10 a day (£20 returnable deposit required).

All proceeds will go towards staging this year's festival on July 9/10th. Tickets at £20 each are available from Pretty Special in Church Street, and Cards and Gifts in the High Street.

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DEBBIE WANTS TO LEND A HAND Debbie Savage has lived in Tewkesbury for 8 Years. After 5 years working for a local company she was made redundant at the end of September 2015, followed by a hysterectomy 16th October which required a three month recovery period.

She has been looking for work since the beginning of January and has managed to find limited part time positions.

Debbie decided to follow her heart and help people who for whatever reason need help at home. She is launching her own business called “Domestic Support” and hopes to help clients experience the standard of cleanliness they desire.

Debbie hopes to have the opportunity to sup-

port the people of Tewkesbury in their homes by offering a cleaning, ironing and garden tidying service.

She is highly motivated and seeks the job satisfaction that comes with having a job well done.

Debbie has experience in hospitality, housekeeping and private house care and has recently

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So if you find that there are not enough hours in the day, you

need more time for yourself, are experiencing mobility issues or want to treat yourself and have those chores taken care of call Debbie on 07854 922236 and arrange a visit to discuss your needs.

ST GEORGE’S DAY SUPPER Hosted by St Nicholas Church, Ashchurch on Saturday 23rd April at 7.30pm in Ashchurch Village Hall.

Tickets £15.00 per person, available from Sue Payne T. 01684 772769.

All funds raise towards the New Organ Fund.

This month Mags Thompson of Buttercup Ironing and Laundrette, received a Spring make over from Emma at Ell Hair.

Firstly Emma primed the skin using iPrime cinnamon foundation, then iLight Powder was applied to the cheeks and eyes and iSlick Cashmere to the lips. Mags hair was treated to Eufora Elixir Body Shampoo.

Mags loved the look and faced the next pile of ironing with renewed vigour.

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A GROWING SUCCESS – BLOOMING MARVELLOUS Mark and Liz are celebrating being in business for 25 years. The couple opened their doors to the public at Gotherington Nurseries for the very first time in April 1991. It is hard to imagine that they had little more than a wooden building (shown below 5 years prior to opening) which they used as their shop and a single glasshouse for growing and selling their home produced bedding plants.

During the years there have been many changes. Gotherington Nurseries continues to be a working nursery and has greatly expanded its glasshouses to accommodate the bedding plants it has grown for selling at both the Nurseries and Toddington Garden Centre which they purchased in 2007.

family run business with Mark and Liz and the rest of the team. I’m looking forward to seeing the Nurseries expand even more in the years ahead.”

The shop (shown below) which they built 10 years ago, stocks an ever expanding range of products.

On 23rd April 2016, they will be celebrating

Gotherington Nurseries is located in a beautiful location with rolling hills to the front and the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway running behind

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Of course none of this would have been possible without the hard work of the local staff who work at both businesses. Esmond Lane has worked at the Nurseries for 13 years, since taking early retirement. He says “it is a real joy to work at this

their 25th Anniversary at Gotherington Nurseries, between 2 and 5 p.m. There will be refreshments, some great prizes to win, double reward points for their loyalty card holders and activities for the children around a gardening theme.

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NEW PASCHAL CANDLE HOLDER, A MORE PERMANENT SOLUTION TO A HANDMADE IN FLAT ROOF PROBLEM TEWKESBURY Andrew & Christine Turner have regularly attended Tewkesbury Abbey for over 40 years and when the Abbey decided that a new Paschal Candle holder was required they agreed to present one in recognition of their association with the Abbey.

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It stands over 2.5 metres tall and is made from oak with a brass spun insert at the top that the flower ladies can use for floral arrangements. It was dedicated on Sunday 31st January at a service to mark Candlemas.

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TEWKESBURY NORTHERN SOUL CLUB At the Watson Hall Saturday 2nd April 7 - 12pm Playing the best of Northern Soul and Rare Motown Great dance floor and venue.

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Staff at Mitton Manor preschool sent us these great photos of their celebratory day at school, that took place on the 3rd March.

The children came to pre-school dressed as their favourite book characters, from Burglar Bill to princesses and dinosaurs! At snack time, they talked about their favourite books and staff read them some stories. Then the staff acted out the story of the “Billy Goats Gruff”, which all the children loved to watch and join in with.

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CHARITY AUCTIONS RAISES £4881 FOR YOUNG PEOPLE IN TWYNING Recently over 100 people, mainly from Twyning gathered to support a Charity Auction. What happened next exceeded all expectations. For the Parish Church, the Village Play Group and the ‘Extreme’ Explorer Scouts it was the culmination of months of hard work gathering all sorts of charity lots from generous donors both inside and outside the village.

The 75 lots, including a holiday cottage in Devon for a week, a visit to the workshops of the GWR at Toddington, a day at the races with a racehorse owner and a flight in a light aircraft over the local area, were keenly bid for.

They hoped to raise £2000 to £3000, all being well….but at the end of the evening the magnificent total £4881 was raised for work amongst the young people of the village. All the hard work had paid off.

But this could not have been achieved without the generosity of many people…those who gave the auction lots….those who bid so generously on the night.

Almost a month on, representatives of St Mary Magdalene Twyning, the Village Play Group and the ‘Extreme’ Explorer Scouts have gathered to celebrate the generosity of all who supported their Charity Auction.

They especially want to

thank Hilton Puckrup Hall Hotel who provided the venue as part of their charitable service to the community together with the expert advice and support of Michelle Alcock their hospitality manager.

The auctioneer for the

evening was Nick Granger of Bespoke Auctions Winchcombe.

He too gave his services for free. With his blend of humour and skill in extracting money the Twyning fundraisers were in good hands.

Picture taken at Puckrup Hall: (left to right) back row: David Methven (Assistant Auctioneer), Richard Bailey (Twyning Parish Church), Michelle Alcock (Hilton Puckrup Hall Hotel), and The Venerable Ron Hesketh CB; front row: Elaine Owens (Twyning Village Play Group), Liz Orchard (Twyning ‘Extreme’ Explorer Scouts), and Margaret Bailey (Twyning Parish Church).

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NEW TOWN CLERK Tewkesbury Town Council has appointed Helen Railton-Price BA (hons) as acting Town Clerk in succession to Tony Beirne. She has taken up her post from March 9th 2016.

Ms Railton-Price has had much experience in parish administration, most recently in her role as Finance Officer at the Town Council.

The Council feel sure that Ms Railton-Price will build on the good work of her predecessor ensuring that the performance of the Town Council continues to improve.

2016 AWARD FOR THE RAJSHAHAI RESTAURANT The delighted owners of Tewkesbury’s Rajshahai Restaurant informed us that they have just been awarded the AAA Award for Excellence.

The award which takes into consideration the expectation of high quality food, cleanliness and service.

Spokesman Naz Uddin said “I am extremely happy that we continue to be recognised for our high standards, both by outside bodies and furthermore, our customers.”

TEWKESBURY ART SOCIETY are holding a demonstration by Terry Harrison “Seascapes and Harbour Scenes” in watercolour on 5th April 2016.

At the Methodist Church Hall, by The Cross, Barton Street, Tewkesbury, Glos.

10.30am until 1pm.

Refreshments available. Disable friendly.

Entrance £3.00 for non-members.

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2ND TEWKESBURY BROWNIES FUNDRAISING FOR SARA Last month, 2nd Tewkesbury Brownies presented a cheque to Severn Area Rescue Association (SARA) after raising £156.03.

Ben Peachy, Boat Manager for SARA visited the unit to accept the money raised by the girls, which will contribute towards the purchase of a new boat for use locally and nationally.

The Brownies and

Leaders staged two events to raise money.

The first, at Morrisons during the run-up to Christmas, saw the Brownies and Leaders standing outside in their Christmas hats, with a sleigh, music and of course Santa. It was

great fun, and they all enjoyed giving out sweets and wishing everyone all a Happy Christmas.

The second event involved the Brownies walking around Priors Park with the Sleigh and Santa. The crew from

SARA came along to help and did a great job towing the sleigh for Santa whilst Rudolph and friends had a rest.

The Brownies along with SARA members walked through Priors Park wishing everyone a Happy Christmas and

giving out sweets. The Brownies had an enjoyable time and there was a real community feel about the night.

Heather Caley, Brownie Leader said, “It was great to see the girls

learning and helping SARA with this worthy course and I just want to say a very big thank you to Morrisons and SARA, and all the Leaders and Parents who helped us to raise the money.”

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Applicants should be flexible and able to work weekends.

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A key attribute is a keen interest and knowledge of food, wine and cooking.

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TIRLEBROOK PRIMARY SCHOOL TO BRING SUNSHINE TO THE CLASSROOM Tirlebrook Primary School has started the academic year shining by launching their plans to become a Solar School. They will be fundraising £8,000 by July 2016 so they can install solar panels on their roof. As well as fundraising events that will be planned over the next 10 months, businesses and individuals in the community can support Tirlebrook by sponsoring a solar tile on their website at http://www.solarschools.org.uk/tirlebrookprimary/.

Installing solar panels would add hundreds to the school’s budget every year. That means more funding for school trips and learning resources. Solar panels are also a powerful learning resource for the children, helping them to understand how they can cut carbon and protect the planet.

Tirlebrook’s Eco council launched the start of their campaign at the school assembly on 9 October.

Tirlebrook’s Eco Council are a hard working team of children who have lots of ideas about helping the school to become more environmentally friendly! They are involved in running

Green Week and reminding everyone about recycling in school. They also award the 'Eco Friendly Class of the Week' each week. They are also involved in community projects such as Tewkesbury in Bloom, litter picks and helping

to develop the Woodland Workshop area of our school grounds.

The school has scored just one of 20 places on this year’s national Solar Schools project. The initiative is run by carbon cutting charity 10:10 in partnership with Good

Energy, the 100% renewable electricity supplier. This means they’ll have all the support they need to make their solar dreams come true.

Lisa Quelcuti, Headteacher, said “We are delighted to be part

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Notice is hereby given that Tewkesbury Medieval Festival Limited has applied for the grant of a premises licence for Land situated on either side of Lower Lode Lane (Medieval Festival Site) The application has been made to permit the Sale by Retail of Alcohol & Regulated Entertainment at the premises Thursday & Sunday between 11.00hrs and 23.00hrs & Friday & Saturday between 11.00hrs and 01.00hrs The licensing register and application record can be viewed at Tewkesbury Borough Council, Council Offices, Gloucester Road, Tewkesbury, GL20 5TT by appointment during normal office hours.

Any representations in relation to this application must be made in writing to The Licensing Department, Tewkesbury Borough Council, Council Offices, Gloucester Road, Tewkesbury, GL20 5TT by the 19th April 2016.

It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on summary conviction for the offence is £5000.

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TEWKESBURY MITTON TOWNSWOMEN'S GUILD

The Townswomen’s Guild meets on the first Wednesday of the month (unless this falls on a school holiday) at Mitton Manor School at 7.45pm.

Wednesday 13th April Mr Chris O'Grady “A Walk to Rome�

Guests, Visitors and New Members most welcome. Please bring a friend.

Tea, Coffee, Raffle and Sales Table.

HISTORIC GRAFFITI It was brought to our attention recently that two windows at 155 High Street had some unusual engravings inscribed on to them.

The building dates back to the 1400s, it is today the main office for Engall Castle estate agents and is Grade II* Listed.

The building has four floors and a cellar where an original priest hole is now blocked up.

Engravings in the windows on the first

floor show the names Mary Loys and Thomas Smart and the date 1738. It is believed that they are married from the building which was

originally a private house and engraved their names with the engagement ring.

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Did you realise how far reaching Tewkesbury Parish is and what is happening?

Pop into Tewkesbury Town Hall on Monday 18th April from 9am and take a look at the progress of the Tewkesbury Regeneration Partnership (Masterplan) and the work of the Neighbourhood Development Plan Group.

Come along to find out what a Neighbourhood Plan is, comment with your ideas for the area, ways to get involved and help identify what should be included in the ‘Plan’. Later on the Annual Parish Meeting will be held at 6pm, not a Council Meeting but an informal opportunity for those that live in Tewkesbury Parish to hear what has been happening throughout the past year with reports and updates.

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The next meeting of Newtown WI will be held on the evening of Wednesday, April 13th, starting at 7.45 pm in the Boy's Brigade Hall.

We will be entertained by Professor Collywobbles, aka Philip Collins, with 'The History of Punch & Judy'.

Visitors are welcome but please call June on 293283 or Esme on 292067 for further information.

If you are affected by someone elses’ gambling then Gam-Anon can help! Our meetings are for anyone who has been affected by a loved one’s gambling problem.

The meeting will take place the first Tuesday of every month at Tewkesbury’s Wheatpieces Community Centre from 7.30pm - 9.30pm.

Next meeting - Tuesday 5th April.

TEWKESBURY HISTORICAL SOCIETY THE 26TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Thursday 21st April, 7.45pm at Tewkesbury Methodist Church After the meeting David Elder will be talking about his new book, Literary Tewkesbury, which will be launched at Alison's Bookshop on Saturday 2nd April (10am-12noon)

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DOGS DANGEROUSLY OUT OF CONTROL Every month we get several incidents reported where members of the public are bitten by dogs, writes Police Sergeant Henry Wright of Tewkesbury Police.

The law relating to these offences are contained in the Dangerous Dogs Act which has recently been amended.

Owning a dog is a huge responsibility and should not be taken lightly however by taking time to think about the changes in the law you can keep your dog and the public safe.

The Act applies to every single person in charge of a dog in England and Wales and it is an offence to allow a dog to be “Dangerously out of control.”

Generally if a dog bites a person, it will be presumed to have been “Dangerously out of control,” however even if the dog does not bite but gives the person grounds to feel that the dog may injure them,the law still applies.

Another fact is that the law applies to private as well as public places so for example a postal worker or delivery person coming into your garden if injured could lead to the owner be prosecuted and the dog being seized.

A summary of the legislation : It’s against the law to let a dog be dangerously out of control anywhere, such as: • in a public place • in a private place, eg a neighbour’s house or garden • in the owner’s home The law applies to all dogs.

Out of Control

Your dog is considered dangerously out of control if it: • injures someone •makes someone worried that it might injure them A court could also decide that your dog is dangerously out of control if either of the following apply: • it attacks someone’s animal • the owner of an animal thinks they could be injured if they tried to stop your dog attack-

ing their animal A farmer is allowed to kill your dog if it’s worrying their livestock.

Penalties

You can get an unlimited fine or be sent to prison for up to 6 months (or both) if your dog is dangerously out of control.

You may not be allowed to own a dog in the future and your dog may be destroyed.

If you let your dog injure someone you can be sent to prison for up to five years or fined (or both).

If you deliberately use your dog to injure someone you could be charged with ‘malicious wounding’.

If you allow your dog to kill someone you can be sent to prison for up to fourteen years or get an unlimited fine (or both).

If you allow your dog to injure an assistance

dog (eg a guide dog) you can be sent to prison for up to 3 years or fined (or both).

We want to promote responsible dog ownership and keep the public safe, please ensure that your dog is kept under control at all times especially around children and livestock.

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The station has a large car park, and is also served by the 41 and 42 bus from the town centre.

Resorts such as Weston-super-Mare, Barry and Weymouth can all be reached - and there is even a direct train to Brighton and the Sussex coast.

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PHARMACY MATTERS with Peter Badham

New App for ordering prescriptions Patients have been able to order their prescriptions via our pharmacies in many ways, writes Peter Badham.

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HISTORY OF A HALL Railway enthusiasts are in for a treat this month, when GWSR steam driver John Cruxon visits the Tewkesbury YMCA Railway Society.

John will be the guest speaker on Tuesday 19th April, presenting ‘7903, Foremarke Hall - The Story’ - a photographic history of one of Swindon’s modified Halls.

On Tuesday 5th April Phil Jarvis will present ‘The Local Mensing Collection’ - a journey from Lickey to Malvern via via Evesham and Ashchurch.

Tuesdays 12th and 26th April feature members nights, when memory sticks and CDs are welcome.

All events start at 7.45pm prompt in the YMCA, Church Street, Tewkesbury.

The Society’s AGM will be held on Tuesday 3rd May, with an earlier than usual 7.30pm start.

For more details of all events please contact Ian Boskett on 01684 290136.

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The popular village fete at Ripple, near Tewkesbury, will return on Saturday 28th May. Festivities begin at 2.00pm on Ripple Meadow, where there will be stalls, classic cars, a rounders match and a tug-of-war between teams from Ripple and neighbouring Uckinghall.

Jon Lewis, from the Railway Inn at Ripple, is also starting to organise a beer and cider festival in the village, which he plans to stage during June.

Jon is very keen to hear from any brewers of craft beer and cider within a twenty mile radius of Tewkesbury who would like to take part. The aim is to provide an opportunity to showcase local real ales, cider and perry - as well as providing a fun day out for the whole family.

Any one interested in helping out or taking part should call Jon on 01684 592225 or email enquiries@therailwayinnripple.co.uk

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Motor sport enthusiasts can thrill to the fastest hillclimb cars in the country in the opening round of the UK's premier championships this month.

On Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th April, the British and Midland Championships return to Prescott Hill - one of the most historic and beautiful uphill tracks in the

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world. 2016 will see a first for British hillclimbing with both the morning and afternoon competition runs counting for leaders championship points.

This meeting will also see the only appearance of the season for the NHCA motorcycles.

The motorcycles and sidecars are always a spectacular sight as they make their way up the tight confines of the track.

The 1127 yard course rises over 200 feet via short straights, fast and slow corners and a breathtaking hairpin, with the fastest modern racing cars completing the course in under 36 seconds.

Prescott, which is home to the Bugatti Owners’ Club, is situated five miles north east of Cheltenham off the A435 (Evesham Road) between Gotherington & Gretton.

From M5 Junction 9 take the A46 to Teddington hands and follow the brown signs.

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