Tewkesbury Direct Magazine August 2012

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Retail giant Aldi launched its brand new store in Gloucester Road, Tewkesbury last month - and shoppers turned out in droves on opening day. Now another major chain, Sainsbury, has lodged a planning application for a local superstore, demonstrating confidence in the retail future of the town.

If granted, the new Sainsbury’s outlet would be scheduled to open in 2014, with a petrol station also on site.

A new roundabout would also be constructed at its entrance on the A46, at Easter Park in Ashchurch.

Meanwhile, construction work has begun on Tewkesbury’s new community hospital.

Situated next to the present hospital in Barton Road, the new facility will have individual en-suite rooms for patients, ensuring privacy and supporting effective infection control.

There will also be diagnostic facilities including x-ray, outpatients, minor injuries unit, therapy services and a theatre suite.

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As we go to press, there are reports that the former Healing’s Mill has been sold.

The two buildings on the corner of Quay Street, like the mill derelict for many years, may also be part of the deal. We hope to bring more news of the development in our September issue.

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BAKE FOR PARIS Susan and Nigel Jones will be cycling to Paris at the end of August, to raise funds for the Royal British Legion.

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䥾 The Award-Winning team from the Wheatpieces

COMMUNITY CENTRE WINS AN AWARD Volunteers at Wheatpieces Community Centre are jumping for joy after securing a prestigious award for their work in the community.

Last month volunteers attended an awards ceremony held at Cheltenham Racecourse, and were presented with the Heart of Gloucestershire Community Project of the Year award by the Duke and Countess of Wessex.

Centre Manager, Adam Fendt, commented "We are very pleased with what we have achieved. Just being nominated has had a positive effect resulting in more enquiries and increased bookings from clubs and groups meaning we can offer even more choice of activities for local people" There are a range of day and evening activities and classes for every age group on offer - check the website for more information www.wheatpiecescommunitycentre.co.uk/

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The trip will take four days and the couple are seeking sponsorship for their ride.

Touching Souls tea room at Tewkesbury Abbey are planning to sell cakes to raise money, and are appealing for support from

local baking enthusiasts. Cakes or biscuits will be sold at the tea room to help Susan and Nigel on their way.

To find out more use the web link www.justgiving.com/NigelSusan- Jones or call 01684 299297.

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TEWKESBURY GOES CUCKOO!

䡵 William Ellis with Margaret and Roger Carver

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A competition held over the jubilee weekend proved extremely popular with shoppers in Tewkesbury.

The competition was organised by Helen Mansfield with prizes generously donated by the Co-Op supermarket and Tewkesbury Town Council.

Members of the public were invited to check the windows of participating shops in the town centre to find the 'odd one out' or the 'cuckoo'. The competition was very well supported, and there were some particularly tricky ones to find.

The over-all winners in the adult category were Roger and Margaret Carver of Tewkesbury, who were presented with a food hamper.

The junior category was won by sisters Phoebe and Erin Kinsey from Walton Cardiff, who won a Cascades swimming pass, as did Lauren Brook.

Runners up came home with commemorative jubilee medals, kindly supplied by Tewkesbury Town Council.

Prizes were presented by the manager of Tewkesbury Co-op, William Ellis.

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䡵 Phoebe and Erin Kinsey from Walton Cardiff, who won a swimming pass for Cascades in the Diamond Jubilee ‘Spot the Cuckoo’ shop window competition.

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TORCH RELAY FLAG OFFERS MESSAGES OF SUPPORT Tewkesbury School’s new Rowing Club were the first group to write messages of good luck and support onto an Olympic flag due to be presented to local Olympic rower, Zac Purchase.

The signing of the flag, which had been organised by Tewkesbury Borough Council’s Sports Development Officer, was used locally as part of the Olympic Torch Relay.

The flag, which was signed by a number of local schools, groups and residents has enabled a wide range of the community to get involved.

Students from Tewkesbury School’s Rowing Club were privileged to be the first group of students to sign the flag.

They met Borough Councillor Claire Wright at their training site near the Mythe Bridge last month.

The Club, who have just started training from Mythe Bridge in brand new rowing boats funded by the Lottery as well as corporate sponsors, are making excellent progress.

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Staff and students are very excited about the future opportunities that the establishment of the Rowing Club will provide for students at the school as well as to the wider community of Tewkesbury.

The School intends to hold an official boat launch ceremony later this year, naming one of their boats in honour of Zac. Mr Charlie Gardner, Rowing Co-ordinator at the School, said “Zac is an inspiration to the young rowers of Tewkesbury School’s Rowing Club.

“We wish him all the best in the 2012 Games and also intend to name a boat in his honour upon his return from the Olympics”.

If you would like to know more about the School’s Rowing Club or are able to consider support or sponsorship in the future, then please contact Charlie Gardner at Tewkesbury School on 01684 292152.

䡵 Tewkesbury School Rowing Club with the torch relay flag at their Mythe training base

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VILLAGE HONOURS DEDICATED SERVANTS John Bennett (Chairman of the Ripple Parish Hall Management Committee), has presented engraved crystal glass bowls to both Dorothy Marchant and Clive Astin, for dedicated service.

Clive Astin has served as Chairman of the Parish Hall Management Committee for over twelve years.

Under his leadership, the Hall facilities have been up-graded considerably, including more recently the insulation of the walls and roof, the fitting of solar panels, and the purchase of 100 lightweight chairs.

Dorothy Marchant first became a member of the Committee in 1952, when a teenager.

Therefore with 60 years of Committee meetings, she has witnessed many changes to the Hall. She has also served as a Trustee for many years.

At a small presentation evening, John Bennett stated, “the engraving on the glass bowls states ‘for dedicated service’, and certainly the recipients are well deserving of these token gifts of appreciation.

“The Committee hopes to continue their successes of the last few years. Our next event

will be the Roving Crows on Saturday 8th September, and we will be publishing the Flick in the Sticks programme

later this month.”

For further details visit the parish website www.rippleparishhall.co. uk

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䡵 Crowds await the procession (Jack Boskett)

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䡵 Dressed as the King, Cllr John Badham releases balloons to mark the re-opening of Tewkesbury High Street. (Photo: Jack Boskett)

䡵 Medieval re-enactors parade along Church Street towards Tewkesbury Town Hall during the High Street re-opening ceremony. (Photo: Jack Boskett)

NEW LOOK TOWN GETS MEDIEVAL LAUNCH The Medieval Merriment retailer-led event, which took place on Independent Retailers Day, was a big hit with locals and tourists alike.

The medieval procession, which left from Church Street led by a knight on horseback, accompanied by medieval musicians and costumed retailers, was followed by a large number of tourists who arrived by coach.

The event was organised to mark the smart new look of Tewkesbury’s High Street after extensive works.

Church Street and the High Street was lined by a cheering crowd made up of locals, shop and office

workers who came out to see the colourful pageant.

Outside the Town Hall there was a ribbon cutting ceremony to symbolise the re-opening of the high street, and a net full of purple and gold balloons was released into the air.

The Abbey bells rang out to celebrate the start of independent retailer month with much of the merriment continuing throughout the day with retailers offering free samples of medieval foods throughout the event.

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GARDENING with Ernest Bratt

ROSES IN BLOOM A recent visit to David Austin Roses at Albrighton had a two fold purpose: to choose roses for presents and to research fragrant climbing roses.

Where better to go to see nearly all the roses available in bloom? The wet weather had done its best to damage the blooms but the overall effect was spectacular as the photo shows.

Roses are a thorny subject which tends to divide gardeners: those who absolutely must have roses and those who cannot abide them, particularly with the varieties which only have one grand flush each year.

Rose beds such as those at Highnam Court, are not so common.

Roses can be grown in mixed borders, which has the advantage of reducing pests and diseases.

English Roses make the most excellent climbers. They are vigorous, without being too tall, and so are easy to manage growing to 8 to 12ft. They flower all the way down to the base of the plant and are very generous with the number of stems produced from the base.

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These varieties are ideal for a wall, trellis, obelisks, arches or pillars. When planting against a wall there is a rain shadow of about 18 inches so plant at least this distance away so the roots can reach moisture.

So which climbing varieties to choose?

Gertrude Jekyll is a beautiful rich rose pink and highly scented; Graham Stuart Thomas has cupped flowers of an unusually rich and pure yellow, named as 'The World's Favourite Rose'

by members of 41 national rose societies worldwide; Falstaff is a rich dark crimson with a powerful fragrance.

Zepherine Drouhin is fragrant pink and is practically thornless.

Now is the time to study the rose catalogues and place your mail order for bare root delivery in the autumn.

You can obtain more information on other garden topics on our website:www.galanthusgardendesign.co.uk or please ring 01452 536429.

Ernest Bratt

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YOGA PLACES STILL AVAILABLE A few spaces are still available for yoga classes at the Wheatpieces Community Centre.

The next course is taking place on Wednesday mornings from 5th September from 9.30am until 10.30am.

For details call Mel on 07530 357143.

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Pye Homes are justifiably proud of the success of their development in Bredon.

Ged Mahon, the Site Manager at Orchard Close, has won a National Quality Award in NHBC’s Pride in the Job Awards for the second year in a row for his outstanding site management skills.

Ged has been selected from thousands of contenders across the UK. Most of the private houses were sold off plan.

Despite the general economic climate in recent times sales have been strong from the outset. Credit is also due to the selling agents, Chessmoves, for this outstanding performance.

Entries of antiques, silver, porcelain, furniture, works of art, jewellery, coins, medals and collectables always invited

䡵 Teams from Pye Homes and Tewkesbury Estate Agents Chessmoves are pictured above.

RIDE FOR PARKINSONS A sponsored cycle ride will take place this month, to raise money for the Parkinson’s Disease Society.

Riders are invited to assemble for a warm up pint outside the Northway at 10am on Sunday 26th August, before setting off at 11am. The route will take in several local hostelries before ending with a barbecue. To take part, please all 07864 131542.

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Twyning’s cricket team are sporting a brand new strip this season, courtesy of Three Counties Subaru - the area’s leading Subaru dealership and used car superstore.

Proprietor of the Twyning-based business, Jason Jones, said: “I am delighted to be able to support our village cricket team. As a local businessman I believe it is vital to support the community which we serve.”

Three Counties Subaru brings the latest range of cutting edge Subaru cars to Gloucestershire, Herefordshire and Worcestershire, together with one of the region’s largest selections of used cars.

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Ripple

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Paddock, character and beautiful countryside views. A sympathetically extended detached village home. Log burner; large farmhouse style kitchen/breakfast room; 2 reception rooms; impressive entrance hall; 3 double bedrooms; master ensuite; downstairs wc; utility.

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Longdon

£475,000

Twyning

£475,000

With far reaching views this home is quite delightful.

Detached with beautiful gardens; 3 double bedrooms all with ensuite. 3 reception rooms; log burner; dry, tanked cellar; utility; downstairs wc; detached double garage and workshop.

Imposing position on the Village Green, this is a generously proportioned detached Victorian home with elegance and character. 3 reception rooms; 3 double bedrooms; shower room; bathroom; farmhouse style kitchen/breakfast room; cellar; double garage.

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Tirley

£335,000

Walton Cardiff

£238,000

Detached modern 4 bedroom home. Master bedroom with ensuite shower room. 2 reception rooms; kitchen/breakfast room; utility; downstairs wc. Garage and ample parking. Private cul de sac position. Pretty walled garden.

£270,000

Elegant semi detached home located within a quiet cul de sac within town centre. Kitchen/dining/family room with open fire. Utility; separate lounge; 4 double bedrooms; large bathroom with separate shower cubicle; parking; garden; rear courtyard.

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Unexpectedly reavailable. Detached village home immaculately presented. Generous room sizes. 3 double bedrooms; lounge with wood burner; kitchen/dining room; utility; downstairs wc/shower; family bathroom; detached double garage; garden.

Ripple

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£235,000

An extended detached chalet bungalow offering much potential to create a stunning detached home. Lovely garden plot. Side garage and carport. 3 bedrooms; 2 reception rooms; upstairs wc; downstairs bathroom; large kitchen/breakfast room.

£265,000

Immaculately presented inside and out. Detached 4 bedroom home. 2 bedrooms with ensuite shower rooms; Newly fitted kitchen; dining room; lounge; Garage; parking; attractive landscaped gardens overlooking mature natural hedgerow.

Newtown

£235,000

Extended, spacious and beautifully presented with gorgeous large garden! Great location with access to town centre, schools and motorway. 4 bedrooms; open plan lounge/dining/family room. Kitchen/breakfast room.

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Bredon

£179,950

Beautifully presented and extended semi detached home located within an attractive cul de sac on the edge of Bredon village centre. Large open plan kitchen/dining room; separate lounge; Two double bedrooms – master with ensuite; Garage; parking.

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£150,000

Consisting of the whole of this red brick attached home – a spacious town centre property. 3 bedrooms; upstairs shower room; lounge; dining room; modern kitchen; downstairs wc; utility room; garden area.

Ashchurch

£125,000

Stunning open views from this immaculately presented ground floor spacious apartment. 2 double bedrooms both with fitted wardrobes; lounge; modern kitchen; parking and lovely low maintenance garden with open views.

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155 High Street Tewkesbury GL20 5JP

01684 293 246 sales@engallcastle.com C NO H A IN

Corse Lawn

£365,000

Twyning

£355,000

Detached bungalow in a lovely cul de sac location within easy reach of the Village Green. 2 reception rooms; 3 bedrooms, ensuite to master; utility; garage; carport; private rear garden. Patio doors from dining room, lounge and master suite.

Bredon

Tewkesbury

£245,000

Conveniently located in tucked away position on the edge of Town. Semi detached 2 double bedroom bungalow.

Lounge; separate dining room; modern kitchen; garage; parking and attractive level gardens.

Tewkesbury

£245,000

Large, elegant home. 4 bedrooms; large kitchen/dining room; family room with log burner; lounge with open fire; utility room; downstairs wc; upstairs bathroom with separate shower cubicle; lovely gardens. Convenient location.

Kinsham

£235,000

Detached, lovingly and carefully maintained home. 3 bedrooms; 2 reception rooms; kitchen/breakfast room; downstairs wc; Bathroom with separate shower cubicle.

Garage; parking; Delightful gardens,

Little Beckford

£200,000

Fantastic opportunity. Link detached 4 bedroom modern home. Ensuite shower room; bathroom; downstairs wc.

Large lounge with dining area. Modern kitchen; Brand new upvc double glazing; attached side garage; open aspect at rear.

£123,000

Just 7 years old; modern double fronted ground floor apartment. 2 bedrooms; kitchen; lounge/dining room; bathroom. Allocated parking and front garden. Advantage of no ground rent or maintenance payments – over 100 years lease remaining.

£238,000

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Mitton

£180,000

Beautifully presented 2/3 bedroom semi detached home in this popular location. Master bedroom with ensuite shower room; lounge; kitchen/breakfast room; conservatory; downstairs bathroom; garden and driveway parking.

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Beautifully tranquil location. Semi detached village cottage.

Pretty gardens with garden room. 2 bedrooms; shower room; dining hall; lounge with open fire; kitchen; study/bedroom 3. Gravel drive with ample parking.

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Tewkesbury

£345,000

Individual, architect designed detached contemporary styled home. Far reaching views over Bredon Marina to fields and hills beyond. 2 double bedrooms both with ensuite; Open plan living accommodation; garage; store; garden with raised patio.

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Pretty as a picture. Detached village cottage with the advantage of large garden and beautiful outlook over the common. 3 bedrooms; lounge with open fire; modern, light kitchen/dining room; luxurious bathroom; conservatory; triple garage.

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Northway

£95,000

Modern cleverly designed one bedroom house on the edge of this popular residential area within easy walking distance of open fields and convenience shops. Kitchen; lounge; double bedroom; bathroom; ample parking; garden; shed.

Tewkesbury

£80,000

Elegant retirement apartment in this popular development for the over 55s. High ceilings, stunning views, 1 double bedroom. 24 hr careline support; communal lounge, laundry and games room. Lovely grounds. Parking.

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䡵 2: Which London stadium (demolished in 1985) was built to host the 1908 olympics?

Test your powers of recall with six of the best trivia questions in Tewkesbury Direct’s popular monthly quiz. This month we have another Olympic theme.

䡵 3: The film ‘Chariots of Fire’ charted the progress of Eric Liddell and which other athlete at the 1924 Paris olympics?

䡵 1: Which member of the Royal family competed at the 1976 olympics in Montreal?

䡵 4: Which sport was dropped after the 1924 olympics, but returned to the games in 1988?

䡵 5: Where are the so called ‘Cotswold Olympicks’ held? 䡵 6: Which Cheltenham-born rower won a gold medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics?

ANSWERS: 1. Princess Anne; 2.White City Stadium; 3. Harold Abrahams; 4. Tennis; 5. Dovers Hill, near Chipping Campden.

6. Zac Purchase, MBE

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A successful theatre group from Stroud is looking to take to stage drama evenings in Tewkesbury.

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䡵 Courtney World Travel treated their customers to a 'Dark & Stormy'(Bermuda's national drink) and Bermuda Rum Cake when they held a Bermuda Day at their office in Tewkesbury. On hand was Karen from Classic Collection to offer expert advice on the island of Bermuda. Karen's previous post was with the Bermuda Tourist Office. Pictured above enjoying a 'Dark & Stormy' are the girls from Courtney World Travel, Karen from Classic Collection, Tewkesbury Town Mayor - Ken Powell and Tewkesbury Town Crier - Mike Keen Price.

䡵 Kings and Queens Theatre Group

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CROMWELL & THE QUEEN PASSED BY!

䡵 ‘Princess Elizabeth’ hauling the Royal Train, with the Queen aboard Local photographer Nick Jones recorded these two historic locomotives heading towards Ashchurch last month.

‘Princess Elizabeth’, which was restored at Ashchurch in the 1960s, was hauling the Royal Train as part of Her Majesty’s UK Diamond Jubilee tour. ‘Oliver Cromwell’ passed by too, hauling a special train.

䡵 ‘Oliver Cromwell,’ one of the last steam locomotives to haul trains on British Railways in 1968, passing Northway.

SALON CELEBRATES FIFTH ANNIVERSARY Last month Gira Capelli celebrated its fifth year of business in Tewkesbury Town Centre.

Owner Rachel Zammit opened the doors of her establishment just three weeks before the floods of 2007, and against all odds the Mediterranean-style hair salon has thrived. famed for its friendly atmosphere and providing quality service for all the family, Gira Capelli is a salon without compromise and a strict conduct of professionalism. Rachel has asked us to thank her team for their unwavering hard work and, above all, her clients for their continued support and custom.

Celebrating Five Years in Business

SUMMER STYLE IS OUR HEAD FOCUS Going abroad this Summer? Head to Gira to get a sizzling new Summer look. Check out the new and exciting products currently on sale to protect your hair from harsh sun’s rays, or just to revamp your existing look. Call today on 01684 299753 to book , or visit our salon at 60 High Street, Tewkesbury

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RAMBLING AROUND with Jack B. Walker

ON HIGHER GROUND The wet summer so far has made me stray from my preferred riverside paths, and re-discover some higher ground, writes Jack B. Walker.

This month’s route is perfect for warmer evenings, especially when working up a thirst for a good pint!

䡵 Rich Hill Track

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Starting from the Yew Tree Inn at Conderton, walk up the street at the side of the pub and take the first left (1) into a lane with a stream on the right hand side and a thatched cottage to the left.

This attractive little street is known as Watergrip Lane. As the lane bears to the right, go straight ahead, passing some stone cottages on your left and through a five five bar gate into an orchard (2). This is a recently re-established community pear and apple orchard maintained by the villagers.

Bear straight up between the trees and go through a gate into a field (3), keeping a drystone wall on your right.

At the end of the field, go through the gate and turn left on to a tarmac lane. After a short distance, take the track up the hill to your right (4).

This is a permissive path known as Rich Hill track. Walk up through the trees, emerging with a barn to your left. Carry straight on along the track for three quarters

䡵 Distance: approx. 2.75 miles, moderate climbs. 䡵 Car Parking: Lane beside the Yew Tree Inn, Conderton (good choice of ales and meals) 䡵 Map not to scale: OS sheet 190 recommended. of a mile, with the open fields to your left.

A huge variety of birds can be seen and heard here: the views back down the Vale of Gloucester are far-reaching too, as the picture (above left) shows.

Take the next track to the right (5) and note the ruined buildings of Shalden Farm as you go through a gate. Turn right opposite the buildings (6), and follow the path down into a gully, and keep descending with the field wall on your right.

Above you on your

left are the ramparts of Conderton fort, one of the principal Iron Age forts in the region.

Carry on walking down the valley, with a stream to your left and trees to the right, and eventually you will come to a gate which emerges on to a rough track with a barn to the left. (7).

Carry on down the hill until the track joins a lane by a metal barrier.

(8). Walk straight down the lane to return to Conderton.

The village is accessible by the 540 bus service from Tewkesbury.

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ENROLLING NOW FOR SEPTEMBER COURSES NOT SURE WHICH DIRECTION TO TAKE? POINT YOURSELF TOWARDS LAUNCHPAD

New Course

Launchpad - Developing Learning and Skills

Fine Furniture Making A course concentrating on fine furniture making following the traditions of the Gloucestershire Guild of Craftsmen, creating bespoke furniture pieces that will form a legacy for the future.

The course is suitable for school leavers, apprentices and mature students aiming for employment in the fine furniture marketplace.

Come and try our Coffee Shop

Launchpad Tewkesburyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s learning and skills centre is gearing up for its fourth year of welcoming learners. Located on the edge of town near to junction 9 of the M5, Launchpad provides a state of the art centre in which to learn allowing students to achieve their full potential.

Launchpad is currently enrolling for courses in September and it is not too late to apply.

Courses are available to school leavers and adults alike. A number of students who achieved their qualifications with us have progressed to higher courses, apprenticeships or found employment.

For a list if courses or more information, please visit: www.gloucestershirelaunchpad.ac.uk or call 01684 851020.

Enrolling throughout summer Courses are currently available in:

Open Monday-Friday 8.30am-3.00pm during term time Breakfasts - Freshly made sandwiches Baguettes - Paninis - Salads Cakes and pastries

Fine Furniture Making Holistic Therapies Hairdressing Construction Hospitality Launchpad can also meet the needs of companies by providing training or being a venue for meetings/conferences.

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LEGAL MATTERS with Thomson & Bancks

97a Church Street, Tewkesbury Open Mon-Fri 9.30am-5pm, (1pm Thurs), Sat 9.30am-1pm

BUT WE HAVE AGREED A FINANCIAL SETTLEMENT! When a separating or divorcing couple have come to an understanding on the division of the family assets, why do the solicitors ask for the details and documents?

This can cause misunderstanding and suspicion.

The purpose of this is fivefold.

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1.To ensure that the understanding reached can be made into a court order and will be approved by the court remembering that an agreement is only binding if a court order is made.

2. The court has to be satisfied that the couple are agreeing to an order

based on a full knowledge of both parties available assets.

see what has and what may not have been disclosed.

3. The court will need a formal breakdown of the income, capital and pensions to accompany the request for an order for the court record.

5.The courts wish to make sure both parties are voluntarily agreeing to the order.

4. As a snapshot of the financial disclosure made between the couple, so if there is disagreement at a later time or an allegation of non disclosure the court can

So all of this is to safeguard the parties and to achieve what they want which is certainty and a legally binding agreement.

Article supplied by Thomson & Bancks (01684) 299633

NORTHWAY HELPS HEROES Following the fun day held at The Northway Inn, a total of £516 was raised for the Help for Heroes Charity.

Landlady and organiser Rachel Banner said: It was great fun and our comedy evening went very well.

Oddly enough our swear box took a lot of money too!.

The next event to be held at the Northway will be a charity cycle ride ‘Shaken but not deterred’ on Saturday 26th August in aid of Parkinson’s disease. More details on page 9.

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Why should the kids have all the fun?

The Paint Pot on Barton Street doesn’t just offer pottery painting for kids, they will also be running adult art classes during term time.

The adult art classes will be 8 weeks courses that kick off this September with Creative Painting & Drawing and Glass Art. Creative Painting and Drawing – This 8 week course will be held every Tuesday 7.30pm – 9.30pm from Sept 11th (excluding half term week) at The Paint Pot. Artist and tutor Karen Seager says “As Picasso once said ‘Every child is an artist, the problem is staying an artist when you grow up’.

This class aims to bring out the inner artist in us as adults. Aimed and both beginners and experienced artists the course will cover drawing, painting, collage, mixed media and more so there will be something for everyone.”

Glass Art – This 8 week course will be held every Thursday 10.30 am – 12.30pm from Sept 13th (excluding half term week) at The Paint Pot. Glass artist and tutor Lezli Lawrence says “ With this class I hope to dispel the mystiques of glass art and make its techniques available to all. This 8 weeks course will build week on week and will give students the chance to develop an ongoing range of skills with which to create their own glass artwork, tableware and jewellery.”

As well as these courses The Paint Pot is also holding adult pottery paint evenings throughout the year. Already proving popular, the next one is being held on Thursday 16th Aug 7pm – 10pm. Soft drinks and snacks are available to buy or bring your own alcohol!

For more details , to book for the adult pottery painting evening or to sign up for either of the 8 week courses please contact The Paint Pot.

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The normal size Walk-in Bath you can lie down or shower in!

ELEGANT NEW DESIGN WHICH FEATURES: • 100% watertight door which is available on either side of the bath • Optional power seat and hydrotherapy spa • Extra-low threshold • Wide, roomy interior • Thermostatic taps • Pop-up waste pipe • Luxury headrest • Easy-to-use handset

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Straightforward fittings are normally carried out within the same day!

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FREE BROCHURE from your local specialist

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LOW COST MOTOR INSURANCE AVAILABLE FOR THIS AREA in association with

Rural Insurance Group Ltd and Coversure are authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority.

Insurance doesn’t have to be complicated. With a Rural Business or Rural Farm Motor Policy from Coversure you can cover all your vehicles on one policy. It couldn’t be simpler!

BUSINESS MOTOR INSURANCE • Designed specifically for rural businesses including Tewkesbury and the surrounding villages • Cover for a wide range of trades including builders, plumbers, electricians, retail, florists etc etc • Cover for most trailers up to £3,500 • Discounts for no claims and garaging/security • Competitive premiums • Include up to eight vehicles on a single policy • Spread the cost with a monthly Direct Debit

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COVERSURE in partnership with RURAL INSURANCE

RAILWAY SEEKS HELPERS TO RUN EXTENDED LINE The award-winning Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway takes its passengers back to a time when train travel was fun and more leisurely.

This summer the volunteer-run organisation is running steam trains between Winchcombe and Cheltenham Race Course - a round trip of 15 miles - with glorious views towards Tewkesbury Abbey, and the Malverns, as well as aspects of the Cotswolds A separate service by 1950’s diesel railcar covers an eight mile trip northwards from Toddington to Hailes Abbey and back, across the Stanway viaduct to Laverton.

Combined tickets (valid for two days) can be purchased for both services Commercial director for the GWR, Colin Fewell, said: “As passengers travel with us, they can see that we are very near to re-opening the full line - which will mean that next year this will be a 25 mile round trip – making it one of the longest heritage lines in the country.

“But, as we grow, we need more volunteers, particularly to support

the large increase in visitors we expect.

If anyone would like to become a Station master, a booking office clerk, learn about track and stock maintenance, or meet and serve refreshments to our many visitors from all over the world, then they should get in touch.

“If you are interested then please do visit www.gwsr.com. We are all volunteers so if you would like a new hobby or interest, look no further! It’s great fun."

FETE IN NORTHWAY The Northway Area Residents Association, in partnership with Severn Vale Housing, is organising a fete on Saturday 11th August.

It will take place between 12 noon and 4pm on Northway Playing Fields.

Admission is free, and attractions include Fair Ground rides, a rodeo bull and rifle range.

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For a free, no obligation quote call

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All together now!

Tewkesbury Cats Protection has joined forces with local branches to continue to rehome, neuter and educate...

OPEN DAY FOR NEW ARCHES Tewkesbury’s riverside beauty spot, the Victoria Gardens, will have an opening ceremony for the new iron entrance arches that have been recently constructed for the gardens from local donations.

The ceremony (weather permitting) will take place on Sunday 12th August at 2pm with the Town Mayor performing the ceremonies along with a band and teas, ices and refreshments will also be available.

Cheltenham branch covers: GL20, GL51, GL52 & GL53 Tel: 0845 371 2730 Gloucester branch covers: GL1, GL2, GL3, GL4 & GL19 Tel: 07891 112 654 Reg Charity 203644 (England and Wales) and SC037711 (Scotland)

Rosie Wherrett, secretary of the Friends of 䡵 Rosie Wherrett under one of the super new Victoria Gardens, told us entrance arches. “if any readers are interested in becoming a volunteer and help maintain the gardens, they should ring me on 01684 295560 or look at www.victoriapleasuregardens.org.uk”

BOOK OF THE MONTH

"Painter of Silence"

By Georgina Harding. £ 7.99 paperback

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This book is a delight, and should have won the Orange Prize. Enjoyed already by many of our customers.

A good book for reading groups.

Safta and Augustin grow up in the preWar Romanian countryside, She, privileged on the family estate. Augustin deaf and dumb, the illegitimate son of one of their staff becomes a groom.

The war intervenes to destroy the idyll, and the story forms around their remeeeting under Communism, She a nurse, he a patient in a hospital where he is being cared for.

He communicates by drawing and we learn the story of their lives.

I doubt I will read a better book this year.

Ian Nicholson Alison’s Bookshop High St, Tewkesbury

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THE SUN CAME OUT FOR BREDON FUN DAY

No.67 Barton Street

Where true savings can be made

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FINGERS CROSSED FOR A GOOD RESULT

Part used laptops, fridges, freezers, microwaves, hoovers, stereos, TV’s, monitors disabled items and much much more.

Electrical Repairs Service

The Little Emporium with so much to see

01684 276596 Britain in Bloom - Judges and Members of Tewkesbury in Bloom prepare for judging. Let’s hope the town does well. Results announced in September.

Antiques • Collectables • Furniture Ceramics • Class & Curious

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TUDOR SATURDAYS DURING AUGUST

WHAT’S

Would you really miss TV, computers and radios?

Visit Tewkesbury’s John Moore Museum on Saturday 11th August for an afternoon of family fun, where you can get to play with Medieval and Tudor toys and even make your own.

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This is just one of a series of Tudor Saturday experiences at the Church Street museum.

On Saturday 18th August, a family drop in (2pm-5pm) takes a look at the Tudor and Stuart classroom. In those days, pupils had to sit in silence, bow to their Masters and learn their lessons by heart.

Mistakes were punished with a birchwood rod against the back of the thighs! The workshop will be ideal for children studying the tudors at school.

If you want to find out all about how timber-framed buildings were made, then the afternoon events of Saturday 25th August are for you.

Enjoy a tour of the museum’s two timberframed buildings and consider how they were constructed. Have a go at making a mortice and tenon joint, discover what exactly goes into wattle and daub and take a look at an Aframed roof and the

tools used to make it.

The Saturday afternoon events all have tickets available on the door, but pre-booking is advised for ‘View from the Pew.’ This is a talk

by Tudor expert, Adam Edwards, at 7pm on Friday 4th August at the Old Baptist Chapel.

Adam’s talk will examine the tumultuous changes in religion in England from 1500 to 1624, and how it affected ordinary people and their religious practice.

Tewkesbury, with a monastic establishment and rising non-conformism, was particularly changed at the time.

ON? TEWKESBURY BATTLEFIELD WALKS Thursday 2nd August, 7.30pm and Thursday 6th September, 7.00pm.

Meet at The Crescent.

Two hour guided walks of the battlefield, organised by the Tewkesbury Battlefield Society.

TEWKESBURY CRAFT CLUB: Every Thursday,2pm-4pm.

At Tewkesbury Library: bring your knitting, sewing or other craft along.

BECKFORD BEER FESTIVAL: Saturday 18th August, 1pm start. At Beckford Social Club, adjacent to Village Hall. Real ale and cider plus live music and entertainment.

ST GILES’ CHURCH FETE, BREDON: Saturday 8th September. 1pm-4pm.

Old Rectory Meadow, Dock Lane, Bredon.

Stalls and games, cider tent, raffle, barbecue, tombola, cakes and preserves plus other events.

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A MIDSUMMER FOOD AND ARTS MARKET IS ON ITS WAY TO TEWKESBURY On Saturday, 4th August, from 9am to 5pm, Tewkesbury town centre will come alive with an array of food and craft stalls with delicious things to try and buy.

On offer will be awardcompetition as part of tional recipe for musCheese and much more. winning cheese, wine the event, called Spot the tard, as well as two The overall winner will and cider-makers, bakProduce. Visitors can brands of local apples – take home a hamper ers, local farmers with pick up an entry form the Puckrup Pippin and packed full with a selectheir delicious produce from the Discover Tewkesbury Baron. tion of these Tewkesbury straight from the field.

Tewkesbury stand in the There will also be the goodies to try at home.

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with John Dixon, Tewkesbury Historical Society.

(Above) 8-9 Church Street, late 19th century (Taunt) and (right) Pork Butcher Tom Bassett whoran his shop here between the wars.

(Far right) Ruth Lane in the doorway of her store Replay Vintage, which occupies the premises today.

(Photo: J.Dixon).

Never trust a faรงade in Tewkesbury!

Ruth Lane, pictured proprietor of Replay, is to be congratulated on the tasteful way she has invested in presenting this historic shop which is one of the jewels of Tewkesbury.

However, the historic photo by Taunt shows how, in the late 19th century, the medieval faรงade was covered over and it was the initiative of Thomas Collins who revealed the underlying timber frames which we enjoy today. The building itself has accommodated diverse businesses. In 1901 it was the confectionary shop of Palmiro Barsanti but it was taken over by wounded war veteran Tom Bassett (pictured) in the interwar years. He was a pork butcher although it was his faggots and peas, concocted in the Belfast sink, that are still part of the folk memory! Let us hope that the building will host a prosperous business for years to come.

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WACKY, CRAFTY WORKSHOPS FOR THE SUMMER Not sure what to do with the children during the Summer holidays? Take them along to Out of the Hat on Wednesdays this month and they’ll be guaranteed fun-filled days, Wack Wednesday Work shops run every Wednesday from 10am until 1pm until August 22nd.

Beastly Bugs and Beautiful Butterflies are the them on August 8th.

Children can let their imagination run riot in a creepy crawly craft session, creating anything from a sunbathing lizard to a colourful butterfly.

On August 15th swords and crowns are the order of the day, using sparkle galore to compare to the crown jewels in the Diamond Jubilee year.

The final session of

the month, Wonderful Weaving, will take place on August 22nd.

There’s a choice of crafts to choose from: finger weaving, weaving with paper and wool, basket making and cardboard loom weaving.

There’s no need to book for the sessions in advance, but normal admission charges apply. For more information visit www.outofthehat.org.uk or call in to the centre at 100 Church Street.

Out of the Hat will be also be hosting a Craft Extravaganza on 7th and 8th September.

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

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

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LIVE! Thurs 2nd Aug: Rod Kelly Trio, Yew Tree, Conderton.

Friday 3rd Aug: Nigel Miles (guitar/ vocal), Cross Keys, Bredon’s Hardwick.

Saturday 4th Aug: John Quinn, (Irish & Country) The Berkeley Arms.

Friday 10th Aug: Thunder Road, The Northway.

Saturday 11th Aug: Lewis Watson, Lakeside Café Bar, Bredon’s Hardwick.

Steve James, (Keyboard & Vocals), The Berkeley Arms.

Friday 17th Aug: Joanna Michelle, Royal Oak, Bredon.

Kevin Sheene (singer/ guitarist), Cross Keys, Bredon’s Hardwick.

Ex-Presidents (Rock & Pop Covers), The Anchor 1774.

Saturday 25th Aug: TJ & Murphy, Lakeside Café Bar, Bredon’s Hardwick.

Take One, (Electric/ Drummer/Vocals) The Berkeley Arms.

Sunday 26th Aug: Shire Straits, Lakeside Café Bar, Bredon’s Hardwick.

Thurs 30th Aug: Rich Goble Yew Tree, Conderton.

Friday 31st Aug: Sax n’ Axe, Royal Oak, Bredon.

The Lunchtime Wednesday Wonder

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FILM HIGHLIGHTS at the Roses TWO DAYS IN NEW YORK (15) Tuesday 14th Aug, 11.15am and Wed 15th Aug, 7.30pm.

Directed by and starring Julie Delpy and her real-life father Albert.

SUNDAY S PECIAL Main course and sweet only £8.50

(full menu also available)

Fish and Chips only £7.95 Christmas Menu now available bookings being taken

SNOW WHITE AND THE HUNTSMAN Tues 21st Aug, 2.30pm Wed 22nd Aug, 7.30pm.

A dark new twist to the classic fairy tale, featuring ‘Twilight’s’ Kristen Stewart.

Saturday 18th Aug: Rod Stewart Tribute, Lakeside Café Bar, Bredon’s Hardwick.

Shaun & Jimmy, (Irish & Country), The Berkeley Arms.

Friday 24th Aug: Nice & Sleazy (Eclectric 4 piece), Cross Keys, Bredon’s Hardwick.

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Hand crafted swords from an armoury tent: blacksmiths were on hand to repair anything broken in the re-enactment

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A warm welcome awaits at Badham Pharmacy, Priors Park WE COME TO YOU 䡵 The Bubonic Wind Band getting in to ye olde groove

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!

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THE ONE THAT DIDN’T GET AWAY I am sure that most of you know a fisherman or two, and the reputation they have for telling a tall story? writes Caroline Gould of Vale Wildlife Rescue.

This month’s article is the tale of two friends out for a relaxing day of fishing on the River Avon recently, just downstream from Eckington lock.

They were sitting watching the world go by when all of a sudden a large white bird with bright blue eyes appeared, swimming towards them. The bird was a gannet, rarely seen inland as they spend their lives out at sea and around our coastal waters and breeding on islands and cliffs by the sea.

At this point, the two fishermen were reeling in their latest catch which was spotted by the hungry gannet which proceeded to give chase, trying to catch the fish before it was landed.

It followed the fish up onto the river bank and watched as the fish was put safely into the keep net. However, feeling sorry for the obviously starving gannet, they offered the fish to the bird which immediately grabbed it and swallowed it down. A second fish was offered and

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Gannet again, the gannet lived up to its name and gobbled it down. The keep net was now empty and, not knowing what else to do, we were called and when we arrived the gannet was still out of the water, standing on a concrete step.

We do deal with a few gannets each year, usually in the autumn following high winds around the coast, when the birds sometimes get blown inland and become disorientated and grounded.

Back at the Hospital, the gannet was checked over and made comfortable for the night with a large bowl of fish to satisfy his appetite. These were soon devoured and, after another day with us, eating everything that was put in front of him, he was moved down to West Hatch, the RSPCA’s wildlife centre in Somerset where they deal with a large number

NEW INDOOR ARENA Tewkesbury Riding School have invested in erecting a brand new indoor arena, which is nearly complete and now in use.

Owners Jo Bowen and Keith Hill said “We can now accommodate all weather riding and jumping, so our riders can enjoy their hobby whatever the weather.”

Tewkesbury Riding School is situated at Cherry Orchard Lane in Twyning. Call 07879 027790.

of seabirds and will be able to release him back out to sea once he is fully fit.

We are available 24 hours a day for help and advice about British wildlife: Vale Wildlife Hospital, Station Road, Beckford, Near Tewkesbury, GL20 7AN. Tel: 01386 882288.

Email: info@valewildlife.org.uk, or visit the website: www.valewildlife.org.uk

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Pony Days Throughout the Summer Holidays Every Thursday from 2nd August until 1st September, 9.50am - 3.30pm different pony activities every week £28.50 for the per day Fully licensed, insured, qualified instructor Small groups or individual lessons available Beginners, Intermediate and experienced riders Come rain or come shine Aged 4 years and over in our brand new Children’s Birthday Parties indoor arena Pony Days with games Adult classes, trekking/hacking (experienced riders only) Small groups or individual lessons Lessons on own horses, arena hire Pony and horse rides for holiday makers All welcome - come and meet our team Tewkesbury Riding School, Cherry Orchard Lane, Twyning, Tewkesbury GL20 6JH. For more information call Jo on

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NEW SOLVENT SOLVES PROBLEMS As paints, sealants and adhesives start to become stronger, we need extra help when trying to remove them.

CTI Multi-Solve is a non-aggressive multipurpose solvent which comes in a can and can remove chewing gum, bitumen, sealants and adhesive. Glue residue from vinyl signage

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The aerosol solvent, which is available in two sizes, was designed to work with the CTI sealant which was featured in the June issue of Tewkesbury Direct - a new strong, hardwearing product that can work in adverse conditions - even under water.

Using Multi-Solve is simple: it is simply sprayed on to the surface and within seconds it gets to work.

It will successfully remove gum - even from fabrics - and for cleaning tools of sticky substances it has no equal.

Multi-Solve evaporates leaving no oily residue behind for fast, thorough and safe degreasing.

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Super Summer Treatments

FASHION TIPS with Pretty Special

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SET FOR SUMMER Are you lucky enough to have a summer house or outside seating area? If the answer’s yes, and you fancy giving it a bit of a lift this year, here are some ‘home design’ fashion tips from Sara at Pretty Special.

“My friend hit on a lovely idea, which I’m passing on to you. Extend your fashion sense outdoors and use some gorgeous multi coloured wall hangings to give your summer house it’s very own identity.

“Easy to hang and easily changeable they’ll create a wonderful look with very little effort. Add some fairy lights, lanterns and some soft, comfortable cushions, and you will give your garden shelter an exotic, magical feel, making it cosier for those evenings that aren’t quite as warm as we’d hoped.

You’ll be able to imagine yourself at your ideal holiday destination without the airport queues!

“With a glass of wine in your hand what better way to relax at the end of the day? Cheers!”

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BIRTHSTONE OF THE MONTH with Butwell & Jones

The birthstone for August is pretty Peridot (pronounced perry-doe).

Peridot is the name given to gem-quality Olivine, a mineral found in lava and in the earth’s mantle. As this name suggests, it occurs only in green, although the shade varies according to the amount of iron present.

Peridot has a glamorous history.

It is believed to have first been found on St John’s Island in the Red Sea, a site of particular geological distinction due to its

uplifted earth mantle, and was mined there for thousands of years. It is mentioned in the Bible by the name of Chrysolite, and Cleopatra is said to have owned many pieces of Peridot jewellery. It was brought to Europe by the Crusaders and has been popular here ever since.

Peridot is not an especially hard gemstone, but is robust enough to withstand daily wear.

It will look good either in yellow or white metal, although the effect is quite different.

It combines well with Citrine in yellow and Tanzanite in white, to particularly stunning effect. It will also be sure to create the “Wow” factor all on its own!

Birthstone of the month supplied by: Butwell & Jones Ltd 141 High Street Tewkesbury Tel (01684) 292001

CULTURE VULTURE TRAIL As part of the Tewkesbury Sporting Festival Tewkesbury Community Initiative has launched the 'Culture Vulture Trail'.

Secretary Karen Brennan said "This is a set of 25 photos of places, buildings and structures around the town that participants have to visit and discover the history of to answer the questions. It will be available for the next month from Bookworm, at events and TIC. It's real eye-opener!"

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THE ITALIAN JOB! Tewkesbury got a taste of the Mediterranean last month, when a variety of events with a distinctly Italian flavour took place.

‘Italia in Piazza’, a specialist Italian Food Market, showcased the best of the country’s produce over two days, and sixteen town centre food outlets added to the Continental atmosphere by offering speciality dishes and menus. There was a children’s ‘design a pizza’ competition, as well as an Artisan Craft and Beauty Fair held in the Town Hall.

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01242 680063 Car Trade Direct Ltd., Coombe Hill Service Station, Tewkesbury Road, Deerhurst, Glos GL19 4BD

WHY CHOOSE US TO SELL YOUR CAR? • We are LOCAL with over thirty years experience of buying and selling cars • We buy all makes and models and agree fair cash deals and realistic values • We offer local, professional advice and hassle-free ways to sell your car.

There is no pressure - visit our office any time, call us or complete the on-line form.

If you prefer, we can come to you.

• Often receive a better return than part-exchanging your car, with immediate payment

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TOWN CENTRE PLAN MOVES A STEP CLOSER

TRADE and DIY WELCOME

Plans to regenerate Tewkesbury Town Centre are a step closer to becoming a reality. Tewkesbury Town Centre Master Plan, which is a 15-year regeneration programme for the town centre, is nearing the end phase two.

PRIZE WINNING CAKES

Sigma Close, Off Shannon Way, Ashchurch, Tewkesbury 01684 275545 e-mail: tewkesbury@bandps.co.uk www.bpslifestyles.co.uk

James Hayward of T e w k e s b u r y Cookshop gave a huge thanks to all that took part in a recent cake making competition.

James told us judging was extremely difficult but, very enjoyable. All entries were of a really high standard.

Winners were: first, Charlotte Brittenden; second, Melissa Bird; third Mrs Rule and fourth, Bethany Radbourne.

Daniel (aged 6) was highly commended.

Charlotte’s prize winning cake is pictured above.

Last month Tewkesbury Borough Council’s Executive Committee recommended to its Council that a strategic framework - which includes a wide range of actions to implement the master plan - is adopted.

The master plan has three phases in total, the first was creating the vision – which went out for consultation and was approved in 2010, the second is the adoption of a strategic framework, and finally the third phase, will be the implementation of master plan.

The actions, which are either short term,

medium-term (over one to three years) or long term (longer than three years) include reviewing the council’s Car Parking Strategy, exploring design concepts for Back of Avon, looking at options for the future of Cascades and the Spring Gardens site and many more.

There are also a number of actions that have already started, including the recent high street improvements – a £250,000 scheme recently carried out by Gloucestershire County Council, which included a complete resurfacing of the high street.

Dr Rowan Williams, Archbishop of Canterbury, was in the borough last month.

He is pictured right cutting the ribbon to officially open the Old Boys’ School in Winchcombe, home of British Bespoke Auctions, the Youth Hub and Radio Winchcombe.

ALAN CUTS DOWN Popular local Barber Alan Cresswell has decided to semi retire and is leaving the day to day running of the Church Street Salon to his very loyal staff.

A party will be held for invited guests at Tewkesbury YMCA in October. Long serving members Gemma and Emma tell us that customers can expect the usual good natured and fun atmosphere which Alan nurtured to continue. We have little doubt that Alan will pop in on a regular basis, with a fishy tales from the riverbank to tell.

OPEN ALL DAY AT WEEKENDS Continental and modern British cuisine based on locally sourced ingredients - fine selection of real ales

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MONDAY PIZZA NIGHT from our wood burning real pizza oven in the garden THE YEW TREE,CONDERTON, TEWKESBURY GL20 7PP 01386 725364 www.yewtreepub.com 34 - TEWKESBURY DIRECT

Matt, Emma, Alan, Gemma and Tim

92 CHURCH ST, TEWKESBURY Mon-Fri 8.30am-5.30pm, Saturday 6.30am-1.00pm

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SHERDONS WELCOMES SECOND APPRENTICE Michael Evans, 19, has just joined the Sherdons Golf Centre's workforce bringing the total number of apprentices to two.

From September, the teenager from Cheltenham, will be attending Pershore College on day release to undertake a two year Sports Turf Management and Green Keeping course leading to nationally recognised qualifications.

Michael's passion for golf began at any early age, and last year he was captain of the Junior

team.

Managing Director, Richard Chatham, is really pleased with Michael's progress.

“Michael has settled in well and is a popular member of the team.

Being well organised and methodical are key skills within this industry, and he will be a great asset to the business. With bags of energy and enthusiasm

Michael is keeping everyone on their toes.”

The apprenticeship scheme has proven invaluable for Richard's business having taken on two young employees this year at the Tredington based golf course.

“If there are other businesses out there looking to recruit to increase productivity, I would highly recommend taking on a young apprentice. The balance of on and off the job training means employees learn the skills that work best in your business setting resulting in a more flexible and skilled workforce.”

LUNCHTIME RECITALS

During the renovation of the former Badger and Fergus gift shop in the High Street,this old sign for the Bon sweetshop and tobacconists was exposed.

According to older Tewkesbury folk, it was a great place to treat hungry youngsters.

• • • •

New Build Extensions Loft Conversions Garage Conversions

A series of lunchtime organ recitals is being held in Tewkesbury Abbey this month.

Admission is free, and each concert begins at 1.00pm.

Cameron Luke, Paul Watson, William Baldry andJohn Wright are the organists.

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PHARMACY MATTERS with Peter Badham

BADHAMS SHORTLISTED FOR NATIONAL AWARD Badham Pharmacy has been shortlisted for a national pharmacy award. This award is for the best pharmacy team in the UK, writes Peter Badham.

In any organisation it is the staff who make the difference.

We are so fortunate at Badham Pharmacy to have well trained, highly motivated staff who really want to make the difference to the patient journey.

With the roll out of new services in Pharmacy as the NHS moves in the next phase, the challenges and opportunities have never been greater for the pharmacy team.

Community Pharmacy will be required to provide services that go far

Peter Badham beyond the supply of medication.

We need to make a real impact on the health of our patients and support them through

lifestyle changes.

One of these services is helping patients to quit smoking.

Patients are able to visit their pharmacy and see a trained advisor without appointment.

We can usually supply free of charge a range of products to help quit.

The advantage of pharmacy is that we are in the centre of the community, accessible to all, six days a week.

Please call in to your pharmacy and see what we can do for you today.

Peter Badham

CRAFT FAYRE GOES FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH The Twyning Food and Craft Fayre is going from strength to strength and appears to be providing a service that people are pleased to use.

"We are about providing a community service and raising some money along the way, said Nicki Halford. We are using as many local businesses as possible, providing truly local produce. Everyone is welcome - and we hope to see you all soon.

Markets are normally held on the last Saturday of the month between 10.30am and 12.30pm in Twyning Village Hall. The next markets are on August 25th and September 29th. There is a huge variety of stalls selling meat, bread, vegetables, crafts and plants. Refreshments - including home-made cake - are also available.

Mark Thompson

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GIRLS MARK JUBILEE AND OLYMPICS WITH SPECIAL FUN DAY Last month 120 Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Senior Section members with thirty adults from Tewkesbury District Guides had a fun packed day at Tewkesbury C of E School.

It was organised to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee and London 2012 Olympic Games.

Tewkesbury Guides representative Jane Atkins said: “It all started in the morning with a small flag parade and the lighting of a candle to represent the Olympic flame. To help us start the day we had Kevin Philipson, a local Olympic torch bearer, and local dignitaries.

“The girls had lots of fun taking part in activities from sports and dancing to crown and medal making.

“During lunch, we

had another torchbearer visiting us.

Rebecca Pantaney, a 1998 Commonwealth Badminton Team Gold medal winner, arrived with her Olympic Torch for the girls to hold and have their photograph taken.

“The girls were also asked to bring spare coins to make a Giant Trefoil Badge to raise money. At the end of the day they had raised approximately £90 for the local Air Ambulance. They all went home with their newly made crowns on their heads and a new badge designed by two local Brownies.”

Brownies enjoying the fun day

Time to celebrate

Sat 11th Aug

Sat 18th Aug

Sat 25th Aug

Sun 26th Aug

Sun 1st Sept

LEWIS WATSON

ROD STEWART

TJ and MURPHY

SHIRE STRAITS

KICKBACK

Tribute Act

Acoustic Duo

Acoustic

Working out is fun too!

Hundreds of fitness fanatics came along to try out the fantastic new facilities at our open day last month What a day!

Come and experience the difference

Now open at the beautiful Croft Farm Leisure Park

State of the Art Technogym Machines Vario Crosstrainers, Run 700 Treadmills and a Hand Bike Separate Weights Studio with more free weights and squat rack New Bio Sauna with added steam More Classes Circuits, Boot Camp sessions, Zumba, Self defence and more coming soon

Free Parking • Running Route • Beauty, Holistic and Sports Therapy Aloe Vera Products Now On Sale • No Joining Fee - prices from £20

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NORTHWAY LANE MOT & SERVICE CENTRE SPECIAL OFFERS MOT & SERVICE from

£90

Car MOT £35 Motorcycle MOT £25 Car Servicing from £60 MOT Testing Class 1, 2 & 4 Cars and Motorcycles

MOT REPAIRS including welding CLUTCH REPLACEMENTS CAMBELT REPLACEMENTS

Our aim is to pass your vehicle and to service/repair it to the highest standard at the lowest possible price.

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Call 01684 295566 Unit 2 Cymbio Business Centre Northway Lane • Tewkesbury GL20 8JG (Next to Tewkesbury Car Auctions)

DRIVING DOWN SERVICE COSTS A new business based in Bredon aims to help those living in rural areas by keeping down the cost of car maintenance - something that is of paramount importance in today’s tough financial climate.

AGP Autoservice is a new venture founded by Ali Phillips, a young but fully qualified light vehicle technician.

Ali gained his Level 3 qualifications through Gloucestershire College, and has worked locally for the duration of his mechanical career.

Ali is a sole trader, which means his overheads are low, enabling AGP to offer highly competitive rates.

A personal service is offered - anything from a vehicle valet through minor modifications up to full servicing and repairs. Records are kept in order to remind customers when an MOT or service is due.

AGP also undertake MOT repair work within the ten days given for a free re-test.

All estimates and advice come free - as does a complimentary wash and vacuum with every service carried out during August. For more details or to book, call Ali on 07583 181288.

Ali Phillips of AGP Autoservice

General Vehicle Service and Repair Most makes and models Minor modifications Valeting service Bredon based agpautoservice@hotmail.co.uk Ali Phillips 07583 181288 Very competitive rates - complimentary wash and vacuum with every service during August

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FORD MONDEO 2.0 GHIA (2003), Manual, 5 Door Hatchback, Metallic Black.

52,200 Miles, Petrol, Full Service And A New MOT On Purchase . . . . . . .£2295

PEUGEOT 307 2.0 XSi (2001), Metallic Black, 3 Door Hatchback, Manual, 2.0 XSI, Petrol, 89,000 Miles, MOT April 2013, RARE!!! RARE!!! RARE!!! . . . . . . . .£1995

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FORD MONDEO ESTATE 1.8 LX (2001), Metallic Red, 5 Door Estate, Petrol, Manual, 84,700 Miles, New MOT And Service On Purchase . . . . . . . . . . .£1895

A38 to Gloucester

Tel 01684 275567 or 07831 255396 Unit 3, Newtown Industrial Estate, Northway Lane, Tewkesbury GL20 8JG

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FORD KA 1.3i (1999), Red, Manual, 3 Door Hatchback, Petrol, 75,000 Miles, MOT July 2013, Taxed Oct 2012, New Service On Purchase . .£1595

FIAT PUNTO 1.2 ACTIVE (2003), Metallic Black, 5 Door Hatchback, Petrol, 89,600 Miles, 12 Months MOT, New Service & Cambelt Kit On Purchase . . . . . . .£1995

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PEUGEOT 307 1.4 LX HDi (2002), Metallic Green, Manual, Diesel, 103,000 Miles, MOT May 2013, £30 A Year Car Tax! £2495

HONDA CIVIC 1.6 i-VTEC SE EXECUTIVE (2001), Metallic Green, 5 Door Hatchback, Petrol, Manual, 112,000 Miles, MOT July 2013 . . . . . . . . . . . .£1995 Northway Lane

To Tewkesbury town centre

MG TF 1.8 SPORT CONVERTABLE (2003), Metallic Grey, 2 Door, Petrol, Manual, 62,000 Miles, Loads Of Service Receipts . . .£2295

South

VOLKSWAGON GOLF 1.8 CONVERTABLE (1998), Metallic Black, Petrol, Manual, 132,000 Miles, Full Service History, MOT June 2013 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£1695 PEUGEOT 206 1.1 LX (1998), Red, 5 Door Hatchback, Petrol, Manual, 92,000 Miles, MOT June 2013, Just Serviced June 2012 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£1495 VOLKSWAGON GOLF 1.6 CL (1998), Red, Manual, Petrol, 5 Door Hatchback, 117,000 Miles, Full Service History, MOT June 2013 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£1495

01684 274009 MOBILE 07867 653689 www.jandlmotors.co.uk

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TAR AND CHIPPINGS: THE CASE AGAINST There’s been a lot of it recently – resurfacing our local roads by this process, but why?, writes Anthony Stockman.

MOT & SERVICE only £147 including Parts + VAT a saving of £42

Engine Service from £69 +VAT Full Service from £120 +VAT Repairs and Diagnostics Oil Changes • All makes and models Courtesy pick up within 5 mile radius Station Road

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A46 Cheltenham Rd

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Mon-Fri 8.30am -5.30pm Sat 8.30am -1.00pm

01242 672811 74 Evesham Road, Bishop’s Cleeve, Cheltenham GL52 8SA • For All your Recycled Car Spares • All Makes and Models of Cars on site • 90 Day Warranty on Parts Supplied • All parts professionally processed on the premises • Alfa Romeo Specialist • Top Prices Paid to Dispose of your Old Vehicle All parts carry a written 3 month warranty Modern reception, friendly service Linked with other professional dismantlers nationwide

ATF

Basically, it’s the cheap alternative to Asphalt, (Tarmac) and is a ‘quick fix’, but is it any good?

This answer is – ‘Not really’. So, what’s the reasoning behind this?

Ok, a bit of history: Asphalt, or Tarmac, (although they’re not strictly the same), is the petroleum based black stuff we normally associate with what is called a ‘metalled’ road.

Its advantage is that the bitumen content binds aggregate and sand very effectively to produce a very durable smooth surface, with superb predictable grip and is ultimately hard wearing.

The disadvantage is that once produced, it has a limited time span in which to lay and roll it. If it cools too quickly, it ‘goes off’ and has had it – so, throw it away.

Tar on the other hand, comes from the roots of pine trees, (sometimes with the addition of low fraction petroleum additives, but not always), is kept as a solid and can be boiled up when needed, to be put down as a road surface, prior to covering with chippings.

If it cools down, it can simply be boiled up again and is therefore infinitely re-useable.

So, you lay a film of tar over the old worn out surface, reverse a tipper truck laying a carpet of chippings over the tar and then roll and pound it into a new road with a 12 ton steam roller.

After that, along would come a road sweeper to re-cycle any loose gravel. Great! – if it was 1950 or 60. You see then, traffic density was about 10 % of what it is today; vehicles were much lighter – especially the lorries, both average driving and cornering speeds were much lower and the application

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CAR REPAIRS - ALL MAKES AT REASONABLE PRICES MOT PREP - WELDING - FRIENDLY SERVICE 07 CITROEN RELAY, blue, side loading door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£5495+VAT 57 NISSAN KUBISTAR (Renault Kangoo) diesel, side load door . . . . . . .£3495+VAT 55 CITROEN DESPATCH HDi van . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£3495+VAT

process was much more thorough.

BUT – tar has an Achilles heel; it has a lower melting point than asphalt, which reduces dramatically its adherence to the chippings that have been pressed into it.

And because the chippings are only attached to the surface and not part of a chain structure, on a hot day, the two easily part company, with dire results.

This is partly due to the ‘modern’ method of application, the use of a much lighter, narrower rubber tyred roller and the fact that excess chippings are not re-cycled, but left for cars to complete the bedding down process that the roller has missed.

You don’t see good old steam rollers any more, and so the result with today’s heavy and fast traffic is inevitably a wash out.

Take Fiddington Lane for instance, which was closed for three days in March, while the entire length was re-surfaced.

It lasted precisely two weeks, because when the sun came out and the tar started to melt, the chippings disappeared, leaving black lines of bare tar and banks of loose gravel in between. Subsequent repairs haven’t solved the problem permanently.

As a comparison: turn down the lane to Ashleworth and Hasfield, jut before Tirley. It was resurfaced about four years ago, but with Asphalt; it still looks as good as the day it was laid and you feel safe on it, which I never do on the cheap alternative, especially if I’m on two wheels.

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TWO GREAT YEARS Local company, The French Car Centre, has just celebrated its second year in business.

Formed by Westmancote resident, Tony Hughes, the company aimed to sell, service and repair French cars to motorists throughout Gloucestershire.

The formula of high levels of customer service, mature skilled factory trained staff and prices considerably below local main dealers and other independents seems to have paid off.

Tony comments “since opening we have gone from strength to strength, we now employ nine staff whereas we started with just three and we are now one of the largest independents in the area.

“As French car specialists we have owners coming to us from a wide area

Tony Hughes to have a wide range of services.

“The company has an informative web site where you can meet the team and see what they do and what various services and repairs cost. Why not click on tofrenchcarrepairs.co.uk, or phone on 01242 255355?”

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At Basepoint your business always comes first...

Get your business up and running and we’ll support you from start to finish. Contact Claire and Alistair on 01684 854 444 or tewkesbury@basepoint.co.uk to book a tour of our Tewkesbury Business Centre.

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To receive 25% off your first 4 months rent* quote Team Basepoint and move in by 30th September. *Subject to terms and conditions

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CHIMNEY SWEEPS

GLAZING & WINDOW SERVICES UPTON GLASS & GLAZING LTD 24 HR EMERGENCY BOARDING AND RE-GLAZING SERVICE An efficient, friendly local business • Glass cut to size in our workshop • UPVC windows, doors and conservatories supplied and fitted • Greenhouse repairs • Same day replacement of broken glass • Shop fronts - same day replacement • Mirrors and shelves supplied and fitted • Replacement double glazed units • Secondary glazing • Police and insurance company approved

COMPUTER SERVICES

FENSA approved

FOR ALL YOUR GLAZING REQUIREMENTS

ELECTRICAL SERVICES

A. G. BONIFACE & SONS LTD

Tel: 01684 591138 24 Hour: 07974 783472 Unit A, Grove House Yard, Tewkesbury Road (A38) Upton upon Severn, Worcs

www.uptonglassandglazing.co.uk

KITCHENS

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL Rewires, extra sockets, lighting, consumer units All areas of electrical and mechanical work

Tel 01684 295754 Fax 01684 274659 Unit G4 Northway Trading Estate, Tewkesbury

GARDENING & LANDSCAPING SERVICES

‘Handy Andy’ General Garden Maintenance Grass Cutting - Garden Clearance Weeding - Fence Painting - Hedge Cutting

PAINTING & DECORATING

Call 07521 221713 Excellent and reliable service Fully insured, references available

DRAINAGE

TEWKESBURY EXTERIOR PAINTING

SPECIALISTS IN

All other types of paint work carried out including: Sash windows • Doors Masonry • Interior

PLUMBING HEATING & DRAINAGE

Please call: 07706 096 070 Email:andrewgoscomb@btinternet.com Towbury Farm • Ripple • GL20 6HB

PLUMBING & HEATING:

DRAINAGE:

• General Plumbing • Kitchens/bathrooms • Heating • Oil installation, maintenance & servicing • Renewable energy • Wood burner installation • 24 hour emergency call out

• Domestic/commercial blockages • Waste pipe unblocking • CCTV inspection/surveys • Environmental surveys • Drain installation, maintenance and repair • Gutter/downpipe clearance

Please call our directors for further information

BEN BOWERS Plumbing & Heating 07930 639488 BRADLEY 34 Drainage 07514 079544

ELECTRICAL SERVICES

Our Services include: • Lawn Care • Pruning • Weeding • Planting • Hedge Trimming • Borders Regular service or individual work to suit your requirements Free Estimates - Fully Insured

Tel: 01386 725357 Mob: 07887 666174

“No Job Too Small” • Part P Domestic Electricians • From small repairs/minor works to re-wiring your entire home • Comprehensive service at competitive rates • Based in Tewkesbury and Evesham Call Alan Knight on Tel 0330 330 4275 Mob 07792 230789 info@askelectricalsolutions.co.uk www.askelectricalsolutions.co.uk

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PLUMBING & HEATING

R L HOLLEY PLUMBING & HEATING Phone: 01684 773783 Mobile: 07972 484197 REGISTER Licence No: 2337437 Reg No: 199878

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PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

Martin Peek PAINTER/DECORATOR AND GENERAL MAINTENANCE home: 01684 292741 mobile: 07833 337388 SATELLITE & AERIAL INSTALLATIONS

A.J. CROMWELL Aerial & Satellite Installations Multi Point Systems Digital Specialists Freeview and Sky TV

01684 293480

POSITIVE THINKING with David Slater Do you know who the most boring person in life is? I am.

Now, don’t get me wrong. If I was that boring you would not be reading this. Indeed I would not even have written it.

No. I mean something quite different.

Let me try again.

Who is the most boring person in YOUR life? You are!

Now I have offended you. But read on. You will see that it makes sense.

If I only thought of me and you only thought of you then life

would be deadly dull. It would be hardly worth living.

As soon as you realise that I am here and that I realise that you are there, both of us with our likes and dislikes, needs and feelings, hopes and aspirations, life straight away begins to open up and become something far more interesting.

We can too easily get bound-up in our own little worlds, thinking about nothing other than what we want, what we like, what we expect from life.

We are in danger of

The Farmer’s Arms Team

FARMER’S ARMS BACK ON THE MAP

FREEMAN ELECTRICAL/SECURITY

FOR ALL YOUR SECURITY NEEDS TEL 01684 273248 MOBILE 07966 174648 EMAIL freemansecurity@talktalk.net

STOVE INSTALLATION

David Slater, Counsellor & Therapist

Tewkesbury Rotary Club has announced that this year’s car and bike rally will be bigger and better than ever.

In addition to twelve classes for cars and bikes, there will be over thirty stalls selling everything from clothing, sweets and cakes, jewellery, bric–a-brac, beauty and health products, as well as an autojumble, car products and much more.

Teas, Cakes, Barbecue, Bar, fairground rides will all be provided. The event will be held from 10am to 5pm at Tewkesbury School on Sunday 12th August.

For more details visit the website www.tewkesburyclassiccar.org

SECURITY SYSTEMS

INTRUDER ALARM, FIRE, CCTV, DOOR ACCESS MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR TO ALL SYSTEMS, 24 HOUR CALLOUT

begin with. A cheery word. A question like “ How are you ?” or “ How is the family ?” or even a welcoming smile can help someone to feel wanted and important. It can also broaden our own lives and give us a new and lively interest.

Go for a fulfilling life.

Remember your whole life is a Bank and, I remind you, that what you get out of the Bank of Life is simply what you put into it, with interest!

TEWKESBURY CAR RALLY - PLUS!

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forgetting all those around us whose lives touch ours.

To get the most out of lifer we do, I think, need first of all to remember that we are not alone.

We live in a world of people, and all we need do is to build bridges between us and them to enrich our lives beyond all measure, to cease being boring !

Life is a very special bank account. It truly pays massive interest when we invest in the lives of those around us.

It doesn’t have to be a heavy investment to

Jon Horswill and Jo Webb NEW GALLERY OPENS: a brand new art gallery has opened in Tewkesbury. Greymalkin, in Barton Street, is a gallery of local art and hand crafted stoneware. Owner Jon Horswill said “I decided to surprise my girlfriend by opening a gallery to showcase what I thought was her wonderful art. There was a newly renovated shop at number 65 Barton Street. So I grabbed the opportunity.” Jo Webb has has been painting and sculpting garden stoneware locally for many years. For more details visit greymalkingallery.co.uk

“A traditional pub with a family atmosphere,” that’s how licensee Kate Tombs describes the Farmer’s Arms near Bishop’s Cleeve.

Local landlady Kate, daughter Gemma and her partner Chris, and son Oliver are putting this once popular destination back on the map.

With years of experience gained at the nearby Hobnails Inn, Kate has taken now over the reins at the Farmers Arms. She has employed two full time chefs to provide a variety of culinary delights, including light bites, lunches and evening meals. The large spacious restaurant at the Farmer’s Arms can cater for up to seventy people.

There’s plenty of room both inside and outside the inn, so large functions and wedding parties can be easily accommodated.

If you’d like to dine out or discover a new place to meet friends, look no further than the Farmer’s Arms on the A46 between Bishop’s Cleeve and Gotherington Cross.

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Tel (01684) 850496 or 07773 718786 jofiggett@yahoo.co.uk

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The Insane Star JP

Under 16s’ membership during the Summer 2012 Olympics... ...for the 6-week holiday, under 16s can have unlimited swim for £20.12

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The Wheatpieces community centre was the home to Tewkesbury’s Championship Wrestling debut show.

The near sellout event was great entertainment from start to finish and for the whole family.

The evening kicked off with live music from local band Cast To Flames, followed by some bone crunching muscle tensing action.

The evening really came to a high when Tewkesbury's very own wrestler The Insane Star JP fought in front of his adoring fans in a hardcore match... that he eventually won despite being slammed through a table.

The charity raffle for Cancer research raised over £40!

If you missed this wonderful show.. don't worry as TCW will be coming back to the community centre in January... and as the great JP would say.. “It's gona be frickin' insane!”

Ricky Gill