Tewkesbury Direct Magazine August 2015

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Lifelong Three Degrees fan Roy Phillips, from Tewkesbury, was lucky enough to meet the American trio recently - and achieved another ambition when they autographed some of their best-selling ‘hit singles’ for him.

But Roy, who will be month. Roy - who saw well-known to many the Three Degrees at the readers as the Gander Roses and regularly Lane Car Park attends events there Attendant, has decided decided he would like to to auction the precious help the theatre raise the money necessary to records in aid of the complete the project. town’s Roses Theatre.

The four ‘single’ 7” Major refurbishment vinyl records, all of work is currently under Roy Phillips which were hits for the way at the Sun Street Three Degrees in the theatre, which is schedhighest bidder at a sale 1970s, will go to the uled to re-open next in Tewkesbury’s Church Street Auction Rooms.

Amongst the collection is a signed copy of ‘When Will I See You Again’ which topped the UK singles charts in 1974 and was a platinum seller in the USA. Prince Charles is well known as a fan of the Three Degrees’ music, and this year the trio celebrate fifty years in showbusiness.

Roy met the Three Degrees when they performed at the Roses Theatre to over 200 peo One of the records up for auction ple last month.

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Tewkesbury salutes Armed Forces Day Armed Forces Day in Tewkesbury was marked with a parade through the town centre plus live music at the British Legion Club’s base in Church Street ending with a well-supported fundraising variety show at The Roses Theatre in the evening, writes Shelby Powell.

This is the second year branch members have organised the highly successful “We Salute You” show which brings together local performers to commemorate the bravery of our servicemen and women past and present to fundraise for the Poppy Appeal.

Over 220 tickets were snapped up by eager residents who were entertained by the Marches’ Military Wives Choir with their perfect pitches harmonies.

The school choir from Queen Margaret School opened the show which was followed by a rib tickling comedy sketch from the Twyning Players.

Members of this local

amateur dramatic group had the audience rolling in the aisles with their version of the 80’s TV series ‘Allo ‘Allo, The show culminated in a flag waving war time sing-along led by Anne Martin with favourite songs from the era including “Wish Me Luck (as you wave me good bye)”.

The organisers thanked local Solicitors, Thomson & Bancks, for sponsoring the show which raised in the region of £1,000 for the Poppy Appeal Pictured (right and below) Twyning Players in their ‘We Salute You’ show at the Roses Theatre (Photos: Andrew Parker

The parade in Tewkesbury (Photo: Jack Boskett)

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The annual rally of the Model Steam Road Vehicle Society took place in Tewkesbury last month - and crowds turned out in force to see some amazingly detailed miniature steam engines in action.

Working model road engines were fired up at Tewkesbury Rugby Club to delight the public and enthusiasts alike.

There were also fullscale traction engine rides, a ride-on miniature railway, stalls and sideshows as well as a Birds of Prey display.

Local photographer and steam enthusiast Jack Boskett was there to record the scene.

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Tewkesbury in Bloom volunteers have supported a major initiative to paint an iron footbridge in their home town, writes Shelby Powell.

The footbridge is located at Back of Avon and is a popular access route used by residents and visitors leading to The Ham. Many Tewkesbury Direct readers will know this is an ancient water meadow covering approximately 175 acres which is also a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest supporting a bio-diversity of flora and fauna.

Birds spotted nesting in the area include the corn bunting and red kite, while lady’s smock and meadow buttercup abound.

The renovation of the bridge was estimated by the County Council to cost in the region of £100,000 if undertaken by external contractors as it would involve scaffolding across the river to reach all parts of the bridge.

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The exercise could also have involved the temporary closure of the bridge causing major disruption to walkers wishing to access the Ham. Neither the County Council nor Tewkesbury Town Council could afford this sum but the bridge was looking very sad, bare in parts and in others sporting thick layers of lichen and moss, testifying to a healthy air quality but not aesthetically pleasing.

Town Councillor, Karen Brennan found out roughly how much the paint and materials would cost for the project if undertaken by volunteers and then asked the two Councils to split the cost and for permission for volunteers to paint the upper parts.

The under-side, which is seen by boaters, is not in such bad shape as it is not exposed to the elements.

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adorned with flowers during the summer there was no time to lose as, by this time, summer was rapidly approaching. Involving most volunteer forces would mean form-filling and committee permission all of which would take time that was not available.

Then Tewkesbury in Bloom came to the rescue.

Although this area is not on their judging route and they are the only finalists in Gloucestershire for the Britain in Bloom National Award this year, they have given up their Sundays and evenings to work with Town Councillors and other local residents to paint all areas of the bridge (apart from the inaccessible underside).

This has been done with minimal disruption to bridge users.

It is hoped that the final figure for completing the project will come in at around £500.

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FESTIVAL GOES BACK TO ITS ROOTS Tewkesbury’s ever popular Food Festival returned to its traditional home of the Abbey Grounds last month - and thousands were drawn from all over the region to sample its culinary delights.

All the original attractions were there including a food and drink marquee comprising over 60 stalls.

Each offered a range of local produce from award-winning cheeses, locally reared meat, homemade cakes and pastries, to local wine, beer and cider.

The festival featured a cookery theatre with live demonstrations

from local chefs and experts, as well as foodie related competitions and plenty of entertainment, games and activities for the youngsters.

A great time was had by all - and everyone is looking forward to next year’s event already.

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Twixtbears Housing Estate does offer some interesting town house accommodation, near - but not too near - the River Avon, writes John Dixon.

It also reveals some wit, with its name reminding us that it lies between the Black and White Bear Public Houses.

The earliest reference to its name I have found was when its occupant, Capt. C. W. Hewett died in 1942. Historically it possessed the much more prosaic name of Lilley Croft with its many spellings.

The housing estate was built over Lilley Craft House and its grounds. Photographs are rare of the house which probably dates from 1888 and the little we have was researched by the late Roger Carver.

The view of the back, from the river, was perhaps more attractive?

It had lost its common land status by 1825, when it had been converted into a Bleaching Yard by a George Watson, migrant from Nottinghamshire. He used his wealth for philanthropic purposes, a habit continued by his daughters and only son George who donated the Watson Hall for the benefit of the town in perpetuity.

After the demise of the Watson dynasty the “new houses” and grounds were bought in 1909 by corn merchant N. B. Stephens. He did not live long - but his sons Dick and Ted found some fame in featuring in ‘Portrait of Elmbury’ that was written by their childhood friend, John Moore.

Ted, however, apparently returned to live at his family home in 1965 - just before it was demolished to make way for modernity.

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Each Tuesday during August, the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway is running special railcars from its station at Toddington.

Every child who brings a teddy bear along will receive a free activity book and crayons, and may join the Teddy Bear’s Picnic at Winchcombe Station.

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Kemerton

Set back from the road within the centre of this village designated of “Outstanding Natural Beauty”, this substantial property is approached via impressive gates and a long gravel. 4 double bedrooms; 3 reception rooms; kitchen; utility; 3 shower/bathrooms; double garage; large gardens; Gas CH. EPC D.

£795,000

Stunning luxury detached home located within the heart of this popular village which has the advantage of a local primary school, middle school and popular village inn. Refurbished to a high standard; large contemporary styled kitchen/dining/family room; dual aspect lounge with bi fold doors to garden; separate snug/play room; further separate reception room; downstairs wc; 4 bedrooms; master with ensuite; garage; utility; ample driveway parking. EPC C.

Ashton under Hill

£750,000

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.

£500,000

Great Washbourne

This is a lovely conversion of a Victorian barn located within the curtilage of the Manor House. With its own private and beautifully planted gardens, it has ample driveway parking; 3 double bedrooms; master with ensuite; lounge with log burner; large kitchen/dining room; downstairs wc; study; and views to Bredon Hill. No chain. EPC F.

£450,000

Twyning

Full of character and charm and located within a backwater lane within the sought after village of Twyning a delightful beautifully maintained and presented Grade II Listed detached home. 4 bedrooms; lounge with log burner; separate dining room; farmhouse style kitchen with Rayburn; Detached garage/workshop; views.

£395,000

Walton Cardiff

£345,000

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£345,000

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£325,000

Walton Cardiff

£325,000

Walton Cardiff

£280,000

Apperley

£250,000

Tirley

£250,000

Great location for this 'executive style' detached home with detached double garage and lovely gardens. 4 bedrooms; master with ensuite; separate dining room; dual aspect lounge; kitchen/breakfast room; utility; downstairs wc; Stonehills is a sought after location on the outskirts of Tewkesbury. EPC C.

Modern 4 bedroom detached home within the popular Walton Cardiff area of the town. Master bedroom with new contemporary styled ensuite; family bathroom; separate dining room; lounge; conservatory; downstairs wc; kitchen/breakfast room; utility; garage and ample driveway parking; upvc double glazing; gas central heating. EPC C.

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Characterful and spacious, this delightful thatched cottage has been cleverly extended. 3 bedrooms; bathroom; shower room; dual aspect dining room; dual aspect lounge with inglenook and log burner; kitchen/breakfast room; utility room; downstairs wc; integral garage; pretty gardens; ample driveway parking. No chain.

This is a pretty and characterful village cottage in need of updating and with lots of potential! 2 large reception rooms; one with inglenook with log burner and original bread oven;, the other with open fire; Kitchen; walk in larder; downstairs bathroom; lean to conservatory; 3 bedrooms; first floor wc; attached workshop/barn; attractive gardens. EPC tba.

For those requiring luxury and space in a convenient residential location whilst enjoying an open aspect and views – this is the one! Detached 5 bedroom executive style home with over 2100 sq ft. 3 reception rooms; 3 ensuites; master with dressing room; double tandem garage. No chain. EPC C.

Detached 4 bedroom Bovis home, located on the edge of Walton Cardiff with delightful rear gardens backing onto a natural hedgerow and fields. Master with contemporary styled ensuite; modern bathroom & guest wc; kitchen; breakfast room; conservatory; separate dining room; dual aspect lounge; integral single garage with plumbing for washing machine; ample driveway parking. EPC D.

Semi rural location for this delightful three bedroom semi detached home with the advantage of gardens on three sides. 2 reception rooms; kitchen/breakfast room; utility area; modern bathroom; 3 bedrooms; upvc double glazing; solid fuel central heating; shed; ample driveway parking.

EPC E.

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Bushley Green

Tewkesbury

£220,000

With 360 degree views of nearly all the iconic features of Tewkesbury, this light, airy and spacious loft apartment certainly has the wow factor! 3 double bedrooms; 2 bathrooms; large living room; dining room; modern fitted kitchen; communal sun terrace; walking distance of the town centre; Grade II Listed.

Twyning

£205,000

Sitting on the edge of the cricket pitch in the centre of Bushley Green, the location of this property is idyllic. 3 bedrooms; dual aspect lounge; kitchen; downstairs wc; dining area; family bathroom; garden. EPC D.

£245,000

'To the Manor born'. A sweeping drive leads up to this prestigious manor house conversion into impressive, spacious apartments.

This 2 bedroom first floor apartment is no exception with dual aspect lounge offering stunning views; separate dining hall; kitchen; master bedroom with fitted wardrobes; bathroom; beautiful communal grounds; garage. No chain. EPC E.

Walton Cardiff

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; NHBC warranty remaining; Gas central heating; upvc double glazing. EPC C.

£205,000

Twyning

This is extended chalet bungalow has the advantage of pretty gardens with patio, lawn and ornamental pond. There are 3 good sized bedrooms; modern contemporary fitted kitchen with integrated hob and oven; modern refitted shower room; single garage; ample driveway parking; walking distance to local shop and village inn. EPC F.

£200,000

Northway

£190,000

Northway

£185,000

Tewkesbury

£180,000

Tewkesbury

£178,000

Beautifully presented end terrace home with stunning gardens and the benefit of an integral garage and driveway parking. 3 good sized bedrooms; lounge; separate dining room; kitchen; utility room; downstairs wc; upstairs contemporary styled bathroom; located within cul du sac; double glazing and gas central heating. No chain. EPC C.

Tewkesbury

£140,000

A traditionally built period town house with the advantage of court yard garden; three bedrooms; modern kitchen; upstairs bathroom; garden shed; centrally located within the town; upvc double glazed windows. No chain. EPC tba.

A large semi detached home in the popular and established residential area of Northway. Dual aspect lounge with log burner. Modern kitchen with extended dining/family room; conservatory; downstairs wc; modern family bathroom; detached single garage; ample driveway parking; garden shed/workshop. EPC C.

Pretty, town centre property located in one of the most iconic roads of the town within the shadow of the Abbey and between the open countryside space of The Ham, and the convenience of the town centre and all its amenities. 2/3 bedrooms; kitchen/dining room; courtyard garden. EPC E.

Beautifully presented throughout, this 3 bedroom mid terrace home is located within easy reach of the town centre and has the benefit of driveway parking, garage and pretty garden. Dual aspect lounge; upvc windows; soffits and guttering; gas central heating. EPC D.

Home Abbey House

Northway

£135,000

Your friends and relations will certainly be envious of your views from this spacious first floor apartment, and you will feel like you're on holiday everyday! In addition there are excellent communal facilities; including laundry room; lounge; guest suite; day time manager and beautiful grounds located on the High Street. No chain. EPC C.

£95,000

Popular location on the edge of Northway this first floor 1 bedroom apartment has the benefit of its own front door and no management or service charges to pay.

Beautifully presented throughout; Allocated parking; modern kitchen; shower room; lounge/dining room.

No chain. EPC C.

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RAILWAY BACK ON TRACK

DAILY SPECIALS From only £5.95 Senior Citizen Special Lunches Wednesday Food Now served lunchtimes and evenings - open every day except Mondays

THURS 27th AUGUST OUR FAMOUS PIE NIGHT IS BACK! Eat as much as your like £10.50 Curry Night Specials Every Thursday

TUESDAY & SATURDAY STEAK NIGHT SPECIALS THREE ROAST SUNDAY LUNCHES Served 12noon-4.30pm

Christmas Bookings Now Being Taken The Railway Inn, Station Road, Ripple Tewkesbury GL20 6EY

Tel: 01684 592 225 enquiries@therailwayinnripple.co.uk

New licensees Jon Lewis and Roger Barnfield are settling in at the popular Railway Inn in Ripple.

Roger, a chef with over thirty years experience, is looking forward to building upon the reputation that the popular inn has for good food.

A new menu includes steak nights, fish nights on Fridays, and curry specials on a Thursday.

The Railway’s famous pie nights will take place on the last Thursday of each month - and there will be special lunches for senior citizens every Wednesday.

Although it will be closed on Mondays, the Railway is now open for longer hours - and food will be served at lunchtimes as well as in the evenings. There are daily specials from £5.95 and a children’s menu too, complemented by four real ales.

Outside a new decking area is being constructed, and in the pub traditional pub games including darts, dominoes, skittles and cribbage still take place.

A large function room is ideal for parties and get togethers. For more details and bookings call 01684 592225.

Jon Lewis and Roger Barnfield of the Railway Inn

Ex-Railway staff honoured by parish hall committee In appreciation of many years of support for Ripple Parish Hall, its Management Committee presented Sue and Paul Matthews with a cut glass decanter and glasses.

During their time at the domestic services, Railway Inn, they were including cleaning and great supporters of the ironing. They can be local community. contacted on 07557 In particular, five 309345. years ago they agreed to John Bennett, from host a book loan Ripple Parish Hall's scheme, where drinkers Management Committee could borrow or buy a said: second hand book for a "Sue and Paul's comnominal fee. mitment to the village This, together with community will be sadly coffee mornings etc, has missed, but we are raised well over £2,000 pleased they are staying amongst their many for the Parish Hall. In friends and ex-cusaddition they have also Sue & Paul Matthews tomers in the parish. provided raffle prizes, with their decanter “I am sure some of and Sue's famous pies which will become cusfor village parties. nesses. Paul is estabThey will continue to tomers of their new venlishing a new painting live in the village, but tures. We wish them and decorating business, are setting up new busievery success." while Sue is providing

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30% off selected ranges right now in Abbey Carpets Summer Sale!

We also have a massive selection of wood and laminate flooring and tiles at amazing prices right here in the heart of Tewkesbury.

Call in and see us to find out how we can help enhance your home.

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kinsham Well presented 2 bed detached country residence offers spacious living accommodation and a mature private rear garden. PVCu double glazing and oil central heating, garage and off road parking for 2 cars. £375,000

bredon Four bedroom detached family home easy to maintain and economical to run. large conservatory with under floor heating, double glazing, gas central heating, solar roof panels and low maintenance gardens. £315,000

twyning Four bed semi detached family home.

PVCu double glazing, oil fired central heating, open plan kitchen/dining room, 3 double bedrooms, separate ensuite shower room, family bathroom, garage & off road parking for 3 cars. £265,000

upper strensham Beautifully presented 2 bed barn conversion. Two double bedrooms with built in wardrobes, open fire (optional) and a wealth of natural wood, give this property a warm and homely ambience. £225,000

mitton Well maintained family home located on the increasingly popular Meadows development.

Gas central heating, PVCu double glazing, garage and parking, and there is still 5 years to run on the NHBC guarantee. £224,950

bredon Nicely presented 3 bed semi detached family home. PVCu double glazing and gas central heating to help keep those energy costs low, fairy low maintenance rear garden, garage and parking for 2 cars. £215,000

walton cardiff Nicely presented 3 bedroom semi detached family home over looks a quiet tree lined pathway. PVCu double glazing and gas central heating, en-suite to Bedroom 1, rear garden, garage & off road parking space for one car. £199,950

tewkesbury 3 bedroom end terraced three storey town house built by Bloor homes. En-suite shower room to the master bedroom and dressing area with fitted walk in wardrobes. Garage with parking. No oNWard CHaiN. £189,950

twyning Nicely presented 3 bed semi detached family home. PVCu double glazing and a west facing low maintenance enclosed rear garden with a two patio area’s and a lawned area. Viewing comes highly recommended. £180,000

tewkesbury an opportunity to purchase what is believed to be one of oldest properties circa (15th Century) being located within the heart of Tewkesbury. This property comes highly recommended to view. £169,950

northway 3 bed semi detached family home.

Entrance hall, lounge/diner, kitchen, integral garage, 3 bedrooms and family bathroom. PVCu double glazing, garage with off road parking for 1 vehicle. No oNWard CHaiN. £159,950

tewkesbury Spacious 3 storey town house with a small courtyard garden. The property benefits from gas central heating and would be ideal for the first time/investment buyer. Viewing comes highly recommended £149,950

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ANIMAL MATTERS with Caroline Gould of Vale Wildlife Rescue

EQUESTRIAN WHAT’S ON SAT 8th & SUN 23rd AUGUST: Affiliated Dressage, Abbey Dressage, Fiddington GL20 7BJ Tel: (01684) 293206

SUN 6th SEPT: Pony Club Area 9 Showjumping Champs.

Rectory Farm, Duntisbourne GL7 7JW www.pcuk.org

SUN 6th SEPT: Mini & Novice Hunter Trials,Deer Park Cross Country, Brockhampton, Nr Andoversford GL54 5SH. Tel: (01242) 820881

RIDING SCHOOLS: Tewkesbury Riding School, Cherry Orchard Lane, Twyning Tewkesbury GL20 6JH Off A438, (opposite Puckrup Hall) 07879 027790

TUES 8th SEPT: Unaffiliated Dressage, Abbey Dressage, Fiddington GL20 7BJ Tel: (01684) 293206

Cotswold Riding for the Disabled Association.

Tel: 01242 584420 cotswoldrda.org.uk

PROTECTING WILDLIFE FROM DOMESTIC PETS The majority of the 4,000 wildlife casualties that we deal with at Vale Wildlife Hospital every year, come in throughout the main breeding season from April through to August, writes Caroline Gould.

A large proportion of these are babies or juveniles, particularly birds, and the reason that most of them get brought in is the domestic cat.

Every year we highlight the facts and figures of cat predation in the UK, not because we don’t like cats (we are all animal lovers, whatever

do to reduce the chances of their pets catching wild animals (recommended by the RSPB): • Put a bell on the cat’s collar – this should have a quick-release buckle and be fitted correctly. An RSPB study showed that this simple step can reduce predation of birds by 41%.

catch birds. Use a bird table or higher ground where cats cannot reach it.

• Place spiny plants such as holly or an uncomfortable surface around the base of feeding stations to deter cats from sitting underneath it.

• Position nest boxes where cats cannot reach them or sit near them.

If a bird is caught by a

cat, it needs to be given antibiotics as soon as possible (within a few hours) otherwise it will develop septicaemia which will almost certainly be fatal.

We have staff at the hospital 24/7 so please bring casualties in to us (Vale Wildlife Hospital, Station Road, Beckford, GL20 7AN) as soon as you can so that we can start life-saving treatment.

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Fledgling the species) or because we want to upset cat owners, but because we want everyone to be aware of the impact that cats can have on our wildlife in the hope of encouraging owners to take steps to limit the amount of predation.

Unless you have a house cat that never goes out alone, your moggy will be contributing to the estimated 275 million animals every year predated by our feline friends. 275 million!!

Figures taken from a survey done by the Mammal Society show that the average household cat catches or kills between 30 and 40 creatures a year. With an estimated nine million pet cats in the UK, this massive figure breaks down as 200 million mammals, 55 million birds, 10 million reptiles and amphibians and 10 million other creatures including worms and moths.

There are a number of things that owners can

• Make sure cats are well fed and cared for.

This may encourage them to stay closer to home and less likely to wander.

• Keep your pet indoors at sunset and sunrise as well as after bad weather. Birds are most vulnerable at these times as it’s when they are most likely to come out for food.

• Keep your cat indoors if you see a fledgling in the garden.

• Avoid putting food on the ground in areas where cats are known to

Nellie is a female, tabby and white and we believe she is around 4 years old. Poor Nellie was rescued from a cattery where she had been housed for 7 months as she was sadly left behind.

Nellie is a little nervous and shy at the moment, but if you allow her some time and give her the treatment she so truly deserves she becomes friendly and gentle. She has a very precious toy elephant which she likes to play with. Come and meet Nellie!

If you are interested in Nellie or any other cats or kittens on our website, please contact Jenny, Homing and Welfare Officer on 0345 371 2730 Sponsored by Folly Gardens Veterinary Clinic 12 Columbine Road, Walton Cardiff Tewkesbury GL20 7SP Telephone: 01684 292244 www.follygardens.com

Paul White based in the Northway, Tewkesbury area M: 07891 780423 H: 01684 291779 Fascias, guttering and cladding replace or repair Painting and decorating ~ interior and exterior Double Glazing ~ replace and repair Sash box windows ~ replace or repair Fencing and gardening General household maintenance

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TAG Estate Agents Advert 23/07/2015 11:33 Page 1

Rosefield Crescent

£239,950

Barton Street

£230,000

Well Close

£215,000

Extended four bedroom (4th bed accessed via bedroom 2) semi detached family home with super gardens in Newtown, double glazed and centrally heated with ample off road car parking leading to brick built garage with power and light.

A unique and simply stunning townhouse in the heart of Tewkesbury, fantastic room sized and a wealth of character features throughout, 3 double bedrooms, large kitchen diner and sitting room, private courtyard.

A credit to its current owner this 3 bedroom detached family home has been refurbished to a high standard and is sited in a cul de sac, fitted kitchen with appliances, double glazed and centrally heated, rear extension.

Brookside

Cypress Road

Snowdonia Road

£194,950

£194,950

£179,950

3 bedroom semi detached in Mitton with potential to extend subject to usual permissions, good garden, garage and brick built outhouse, in need of updating but fantastic potential in this prime residential location.

3 bedroom bay windowed end of terrace on Walton Cardiff, lounge diner, kitchen, downstairs wc, double glazing and gas fired central heating, lovely gardens and garage.

3 Bedroom mid terraced Bovis Masefield with rear access, added bonus of replacement UPVC windows, kitchen with appliances, wc, lounge diner, 3 bedrooms ensuite and family bathroom, garage.

Howard Close

Cherry Gardens

The Maltings

£169,950

An excellent example, 3 good bedrooms and refitted kitchen ( built in appliances ) and bathroom, double glazed and centrally heated, conservatory, pavier drive, fantastic value.

Monkey Meadow

£144,950

Lovely two bedroom end of terrace in this quiet cul de sac in the popular residential suburb of Northway, kitchen, lounge diner, 2 double bedrooms and family bathroom with off road car parking and gardens.

£162,000

Immaculate 2 bedroom deatched coachouse built circa 2012, 2 double bedrooms, open plan lounge and fitted kitchen with built in appliances, garage and off road parking, double glazing and gas fired central heating.

£145,000

Rarely available, garden apartment with two bedrooms and patio doors from both lounge and bedroom 1 onto the gardens, kitchen, walk in shower room, double glazed and night storage heating. No Chain.

Abbey Square Launching Soon starting from £225,000

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

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LOCAL TALENT MAKES NATIONAL FINAL Tazmin Barnes from Tewkesbury and a student at RGS Worcester has made it through to the National Grand Final of the singing competition TeenStar.

Tazmin is 13 years old, and lives in Ripple, but grew up in Beijing, China - returning to the UK last year.

She has been singing and performing all her life and has recently been awarded a Drama Scholarship.

pers and vocalists of all genres.

TeenStar is divided into age categories, the 'Late Teens' (16-19), 'Mid Teens' (13-15) and a special category searching for the stars of tomorrow, the Pre-Teens (12 and Under). All

with the opportunity to impress many guests from the music and entertainment industry.

For the past two years the Grand Final has seen

A&R representatives from the three major record labels – Sony Music Entertainment, Warner Music Group and Universal Music Group.

LANDLORDS Due to high demand we require all types of rental properties for waiting tenants Tazmin Barnes After initially passing auditions, Tazmin has won through a series of regional and area qualifiers and is taking part in the UK Grand Final as this magazine goes to press.

TeenStar is a national singing competition specifically for teens and pre-teens which travels the UK in search for the UK’s best young singers, singer-songwriters, rap-

types of singers, vocal performers and groups are invited to enter TeenStar.

All participants are aiming to make it to that prestigious Grand Final, where the spotlight will be shone on them and they’ll have the chance to win the prize of a £5,000 development and management advance.

The National Grand Final will provide acts

• Local independent company • Providing a unique personal and professional service • Free property investment advice and property valuations with no obligation • Rent guarantee and legal cover available lETEED aGr

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Peter Ball & Co Advert 23/07/2015 11:32 Page 1

01684 293161 1 Barton Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5PP

tewkesbury@peterball.co.uk fiddington

NEW INSTRUCTION

tWyning

£599,995

NEW PRICE

fortHaMpton

£495,000

£479,995

A stunning Grade II Listed semi detached barn conversion with gardens, orchard and equestrian facilities in 3.5 Acres.

A very substantial detached property with an outstanding range of family accommodation over three floors.

Presented to an exceptional standard, sitting in a tranquil rural setting surrounded by open fields and countryside.

Reception Hall | Cloakroom | Living Room | Dining Room Kitchen Breakfast Room | Utility | Four Bedrooms | Ensuite To Master | Family Bathroom | Garden | Paddock & Stables | Energy Rating Not Required

Reception Hall & Cloakroom | Living Room | Dining Room Study | Large Conservatory | Family Kitchen | Six Bedrooms | Ensuite To Master | Second Cloakroom | Main Bathroom | Garage & ORP | Energy Rating E

Detached | Entrance hallway | Dining Room | Kitchen | Breakfast Room | Sitting Room | Conservatory | Four Double Bedrooms | Ensuite & Family Bathroom | Double Garage | Off Road Parking | Energy Rating C

Hasfield

tirley

£437,500 A beautiful 18th Century Cottage surrounded by glorious countryside with generous gardens and versatile outbuildings.

Reception Hall | Living Room With Wood Burning Stove | Family Room | Kitchen Diner | Utility Room | WC | Energy Rating E

Walton Cardiff

neWtoWn

£385,000

£325,000

This large impressive family home is set at the head of a cul-de-sac in the beautiful village of Tirley.

A very impressive 1930's Detached four property on a generous corner plot with no onward chain.

Family Kitchen with Breakfast Room | Conservatory | Two Reception Rooms | Large Utility Room | Four Double Bedrooms | Ensuite To Master Bedroom | Double Garage and Parking | Well Presented Gardens | Energy Rating D

Reception Hall | Cloakroom | Living Room | Family Room Large Utility | Kicthe Breakfast Room | Four Bedrooms | Ensuite To Master & Family Bathroom | Generous Garden & Courtyard | Garage & ORP | Energy Rating D

Mitton

£315,000

Mitton

£225,000

NEW INSTRUCTION

£169,950

The spacious detached property occupies a particularly delightful setting with open green to the front.

A very impressive and large modern town house having three double bedrooms and a superb family kitchen.

A semi detached house in the highly desirable setting of Mitton.

Ground Floor Cloakroom | Dining Room | Study | Well Sized Lounge | Four Well Sized Bedrooms | En Suite to Master | Family Bathroom | Double Garage | Off Road Parking | Fully Enclosed Private Garden | Energy Rating C

Reception Hall & Cloakroom | Large Family Kitchen Area | separate Dining Room | Living Room With Juliette Balcony Three bedrooms | Ensuite To Master & Family Bathroom | Energy Rating C

Large Single Garage | Versatile Hall / Lobby | Living Room Kitchen Breakfast Room | Two Bedrooms | Jack & Jill Bathroom | Gas Fired Heating | South West Facing Private Gardens | Large Garage | Energy Rating D

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Mitton

£169,950 A modern semi detached property in the very heart of Tewkesbury, ideal for a first time buyer or as an investment opportunity.

Hall | Living Room | Kitchen Diner | Rear Hall | Cloakroom | Three Bedrooms | Bathroom | Courtyard Garden | Allocated Parking Space | Energy Rating C

NEW INSTRUCTION

toWn Centre

£139,950

A stunning ground floor apartment with private parking and no upward chain.

Entrance Hall | Open Plan Kitchen/Diner And Living Room | Two Bedrooms | Ensuite & Main Bathroom| Courtyard & Outside Patio Area | Energy Rating B

NEW PRICE

£125,000

REDUCED FOR QUICK SALE: A period town centre property with accommodation over three floors together with parking.

Porch | Living Room | Dining Room | Kitchen | Ground Floor Bathroom | separate Cloakroom | Two Bedrooms | Loft Room | Enclosed Garden | Energy Rating E

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INTER SCHOOL CYCLING SUCCESS The event was a great success with over 5 riders from Mitton, Tirlebrook and Twyning schools taking part in 6 different events testing the riders skills, speed and teamwork.

Riders raced in teams of 4, taking on a skills and a speed challenge, the leaders of which were given a head start in the final relay event.

In the infant races riders as young as 4 took on the course.

Mitton claimed the overall victory, due to their consistency across

all of the events and Sebastian Jennings hoisted the trophy during the presentation.

The event was very well supported and particular thanks must go to Monarch Education and the Friends of Mitton for providing the fabulous trophies, medals and race numbers, to British cycling for providing support and prizes for all of the riders and to all of the families that took the time to come and sup-

port their riders.

Tewkesbury Cycling club is a brand new club, set up with the intention of promoting youth cycling within the Tewkesbury area. We hold training sessions on Saturday mornings, at Tewkesbury school as well as regular school sessions and events. As well as our regular skills building sessions we will be starting our academy, in September, for youth riders who are interested

in learning race skills and taking their bike handling to the next level so please get in touch if you know anyone who might be interested at tewkesburycyclingclub@aol.com.

We are also hosting some cycling activity days over the summer holidays for anyone wanting to improve their skills in a fun and friendly environment.

Joseph O'hara, Inter School Racing Organiser

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FAMILY FUN CRICKET DAY Twyning Green, Saturday 15th August 2015 It’s what Village Greens were created for‌Come down and join in all the fun as 12 teams battle it out from 12 noon.

BBQ (supplied by Halfords Butchers), Cream Teas (supplied by Cotteswold Dairies), Cakes, Village Inn Bar, Raffle, Evening Pub Entertainer & Pig Roast.

Organised and supported by the Twyning Village Community Charity Group. In memory of May Spurway & Colin Harber.

In aid of LINC, MNDA & COTSWOLD RDA.

Local.

Trusted.

Dedicated.

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DINING OUTDOORS As we move into high summer, there are new opportunities of hosting a barbeque or dining alfresco with a difference.

Martins Meats, based at Teddington Stores, are offering some great options to cook on the barbeque.

Their great home reared, homemade Longhorn burgers are available in barbeque, chilli, mexican and pork options.

Kebabs include hot & spicy chicken, minted lamb, barbeque beef and peppered steak.

Special summer promotional barbeque packs are available in the two sizes if you are throwing a bigger party.

To add a little zing to an outdoor feast why

not pick up some of their sparkling cava’s and prosseco’s or try a bottle of traditional cloudy apple juice from Hayles

Fruit Farm or choose one of their Five Valleys Fruit Cordials range, all available instore.

Now open within Teddington Stores Choose som ething for the barb eque.

Packs also av ailable for great su mmer cooking.

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01242 621493 www.martinsmeats.com @martinsmeats Teddington Hands, Evesham Road, Teddington GL20 8NE

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The School circa 1910

THEN, NOW AND SOON The former Tewkesbury Abbey School and Magistrates Court is under redevelopment, turning a lovely central Tewkesbury location into a luxury new build and conversion to apartments.

The development will come with a concierge service, a communal garden, parking space and gated entrances.

We take a look at some old photographs leant to us by Derek Round of it’s former life, how it is today and how it will look.

Anyone interested in finding out more about this development can contact Tag Estate Agents, at 15 High Street, Tewkesbury, or on 01684 275276.

More old photographs of the school can be seen on our website www.tewkesbury.co.uk.

The site under renovation

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SENSATIONAL SANDSTONE OFFERS AUTUMN, RAJ & GREY COLLECTED PRICE £14.30m2 +VAT DELIVERED PRICE £15.80m2 +VAT

Offer based on full pat io packs only .

SAWN 6 SIDES HONED MINT £30.00m2 +VAT FOSSIL MINT COLLECTED PRICE £16.00m2 +VAT DELIVERED PRICE £17.50m2 +VAT YELLOW LIMESTONE £19.00m2 +VAT GARDEN SOFTWOOD SLEEPERS 2.4 m x 200mm x 100mm £14.00 +VAT

James Wallis, Dad, Nick Wallis, Robert Tart and Andy Joynes of RT Bodysure.

A REAL BOY RACER Lucky local schoolboy, James Wallis, has entered the world of motor racing at the young age of eight.

James, who is now nine, joined the world of Jascar racing, a junior version of the American Nascar Racing sport.

All races are round an oval circuit and all the cars are half sized replicas of the larger racing cars.

James’ car can reach speeds of 70mph and is powered by a Honda 390 engine, equipped with a roll cage and entry into the vehicle is via the roof.

James’ car has been sprayed up in his blue

and yellow racing colours by local bodyshop RT Bodysure and specially made decals have been supplied by local signmakers Signlink.

James is truely excited by motor racing and has achieved a third place finish at an event at the Birmingham Circuit earlier this year.

Supported by dad Nick, James lives at Bredons Norton and attends Kings School in Gloucester. We hope to report on James’ future achievements and James

invited readers to check out his website www.jcwracing.co.uk.

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TIRLEBROOK SCHOOL, SUMMER FETE A nice warm evening and delightful stalls made this a fun event for families and friends. Here are a couple of photos, you will find more on our website.

(left to right) Rebecca Pope, Brandon Warner, Geoff Sallis, Peter Bytheway, Simon Tothill, Jo Braine and Tim Perry.

TEWKESBURY RUGBY CLUB SAYS A BIG THANK YOU TO ROBERT HITCHINS Thanks a million! That’s the message from Tewkesbury Rugby Club to Robert Hitchins Ltd. The developers, based in Boddington, read about the club’s fundraising for new changing rooms and decided to help out.

Members had raised £400,000 over two years for the construction but needed an extra £4,000 for fixtures and fittings.

Robert Hitchins Property and Development Director Simon Tothill handed

over the cheque to a delighted Club Secretary Geoff Sallis. It follows a £5,000 grant given to the Club last year by the Hitchins Family Trust.

“We’ve invested many millions creating employment in Tewkesbury and Ashchurch. We have always and continue to see ourselves as part of the community, particu-

larly in the Tewkesbury area. And we’re very happy to assist a growing club which provides community benefit,” said Simon.

The club in Gander Lane, Tewkesbury has 360 playing members, including a junior section and girls’ teams.

For details of properties to buy or let, www.hitchins.co.uk.

MORE FROM ABOUT YOUR TOWN! ADDED THIS MONTH! Mitton Manor Inter Schools Cycle, The Armed Forces Parade, Tewkesbury Food Festival, Walton Cardiff Funday, Model Steam Road Vehicle Parade, Picknit in the Park and The Medieval Festival Parade

>>> Check out our website <<< • See our photographs we didn’t have space for in Tewkesbury Direct • Read the current copy and back issues online • Browse through our growing archive of old local photographs

• Useful web links and much more!

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GIVE MANDY A HAND

A MORE PERMANENT SOLUTION TO A FLAT ROOF PROBLEM BEFORE

DON’T WASTE MONEY ON RE-FELTING In August this year Mandy Holdsworth is taking part in the Ride London - Surrey 100 mile back ride for Beating Bowel Cancer.

Four years ago Mandy had surgery and chemotherapy for bowel cancer and since then she likes to set herself goals to achieve.

Last year Mandy ran the London Marathon, for the same charity, so this year she decided to try cycling.

The training has been a challenge to build up

the mileage, but hopefully she has done enough to get round.

Beating Bowel Cancer offer support for people with bowel cancer and help raise awareness of symptoms and screening. Please help Mandy raise money for them by donating to www.justgiving.com/AmandaHoldsworth.

WHY NOT JOIN TEWKESBURY AIR CADETS?

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The 785 (Tewkesbury) Squadron Air Cadets based in Red Lane, Tewkesbury has vacancies for new recruits.

The cadets have fantastic opportunities and activities to get involved with, recently two of the cadets helped out for the week at the Royal International Air Tattoo at Fairford.

So if any boys or girls are interested in joining please contact Warrant Officer Smith on 01684 290777 or visit www.785sqn.com.

THE DEERHURST LECTURE 2015 The post-Reformation chancel fittings at Deerhurst: a unique survival Trevor Cooper Chairman of the Ecclesiological Society 12th September 2015 7.00pm for 7.30pm start at St Mary’s Church, Deerhurst.

Tickets £5 Students £3 (inc. glass of wine & cheese).

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Tewkesbury CC recognised for “Outstanding Contribution” to junior cricket

The Church Berkeley Arms Street, Tewkesbury Presents

Tewkesbury Cricket Club has picked up the ECB's "Outstanding Contribution" award for the Gloucestershire area for its efforts on junior cricket.

CHICAGO BYTES

Saturday 1st August - 8.00pm As seen at Upton Blues Festival

• 5 REAL ALES ON TAP • PERRY CIDER • • SUNDAY ROASTS • - CHOICE OF 4 MEATS WITH HOMEMADE YORKIES -

• HOMEMADE PIES • SCALLYWAGS COMEDY NIGHT Gwyn Williams, the Junior Cricket Coordinator for the Swilgate Club, was recently invited to the second day of the 1st Ashes test at Cardiff to receive the award.

“We are very lucky at Tewkesbury to have such a large number of players, ex-players and parents who are all willing to give up their time

for junior cricket”, said Gwyn.

“The award is a recognition of the team effort that has gone into junior cricket at Tewkesbury for a quite a few years now”, he added.

Gwyn is pictured receiving the award from Hugh Morris, Chief Executive of Glamorgan CCC.

NORTHERN SOUL CLUB Watson Hall 1st August 2015 7.00pm - 12.00pm Playing the best of Northern Soul & Rare Motown Great dance floor and venue.

- last Wednesday of the month -

NORTHERN SOUL DISCO 15TH AUGUST 2015 WITH DJ BENNY

LIVE MUSIC

- every Saturday DOG FRIENDLY PUB

OPEN MIC 4TH THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH RESIDENT BAND FUTURE SET

REAL ALES - REAL FOOD - REAL PUB Tel 01684 290555 Mobile 07931 692227 Email berkeleyarms01@hotmail.com

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PHARMACY MATTERS with Peter Badham

Increasing pressure for GPs to offer extended hours of service Readers will be aware that there is increasing pressure for GP’s to provide services for more hours, writes Peter Badham.

We are in society which is following the American model where everyone expects everything now.I do have concerns as to how GP’s can extend their hours.

I am sure many patients will welcome the idea but could this result in less appointments during normal hours?

And could it result in GP’s working

excessive hours?

I am sure everyone will agree that we do not want to dilute the service and end up with an NHS offering less care over all.

As a company we have been very progressive with extended hours of service , as an example our pharmacy in Bishop's Cleeve has been open EVERY DAY

since 1954!

Two years ago we opened a pharmacy in Cheltenham that opens 7am to 10pm Monday to Saturday and Sunday 9am to 7pm Pharmacy can help fill the gap. We can now supply urgent medication to patients without a prescription(subject to criteria). In addition we can now also supply a

Outline

by Rachel Cusk PB £8.99

Peter Badham

range of medicines for less serious medical conditions, all free (subject to criteria). If you have health issues out of hours, some pharmacies can help.

Plan for your pet’s health with Folly Care Club “Save money and pay monthly for your pet’s essential preventive care”

At Folly Gardens Veterinary Clinic we believe in a proactive, preventive approach to your pet’s health care. We know how important your pet’s health is to you and we want to help you keep them happy and healthy for longer. This is why we have designed the Care Club.

Folly Care Club makes it easy for you to protect your pet and your family against preventable diseases and discomfort by making sure your pet’s vaccinations and parasite control are all up to date. In addition, regular check-ups and early diagnosis of any potential health issues will help your pet enjoy a long, comfortable life, whilst saving you money and worry too.

Folly Care Club is not pet insurance: it includes the regular things – like vaccinations, flea, worm and parasite treatments, health checks and advice in an easy monthly payment plan – the things that pet insurance generally doesn’t cover.

However young or old your pet, our Care Club is designed to adapt to your pet’s needs, from puppy or kitten, to adulthood and throughout their senior years.

This is not the book I had planned to review this month, but I read it only recently and wish to share this inspired novel which was a pleasure from the first page until it closed, some 250 later. The typeface also deserves a mention for its clarity!

The narrator, a recently divorced author, is on a flight out to Athens; her neighbour on the aeroplane, an older man with an ugly proboscis. Their flight passes with the neighbour recounting many experiences from his life, loves, marriages and divorces, with the occasional intercession by the narrator about her own estrangement, her family, her writing and why she is going to Athens.

On landing, they part with an exchange of mobile numbers, which during her brief visit to the Greek capital provides two more encounters combining boating and swimming which gives us more stories and scenic descriptions.

The purpose of the narrators trip is to teach at an English language course and she recounts two

classes she teaches introducing a mixture of students, who have to recount in outline an experience on their way to college and later provide a story.

So once again an overview of a collection of assorted lives.

The final strands of stories come from the narrator's social engagements with colleagues, acquaintances and meetings. Some expanded and some not. All these encounters provide us the lucky reader with an outline of people's lives and experiences.

Please do not miss out on this great read - and to find out which book review has been postponed, look out for the next Tewkesbury Direct book of the month!

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

BUTTERCUP IRONING & LAUNDRY SERVICES For all your laundry needs Full service wash Ironing Dry Cleaning etc Pick up and delivery service Open Mon-Fri Late night Tues 7pm

Ask for our FREE explanatory Folly Care Club leaflet

Folly Care Club is a simple and affordable way to get all of the essential preventive care that our practice recommends for your pet. We have teamed up with Denplan Pet Health Plans, who will collect your Direct Debits on our behalf and take care of the administration of the plans. This frees us to concentrate on looking after your pets.

Call at your local branch for more information

5 Chance Street,Tewkesbury

01684 273927 07767 085535

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RAMBLING AROUND with Jack B. Walker

GO DOWN TO THE WOODS TODAY Weather it’s the summer heat or the crowds that you are trying to avoid, Tiddesley Wood near Pershore is a great destination for a stroll in the cool of the evening, or early morning. Now managed by the Worcestershire Wildlife Trust, it’s an enchanting nature reserve which is rich in both flora and fauna.

䡵 Distance: 1.75 miles; some modest ascents. 䡵 Car Parking: Tiddesley Wood car park, on the Besford Bridge Road (Map Ref: SO 929 462) 䡵 Refreshments: choice of pubs/cafés in Pershore 䡵 OS Sheet 190 recommended or visit the website www.worcswildlifetrust.co.uk for a plan of the wood

䡵 The path to the woods from the car park

Tiddesley covers around 200 acres and is believed to date back some 6,000 years.

Our walk takes us through the heart of the woodland, although you can wander along many waymarked paths here as long as you pay heed to the flags and notices warning you when you are near to the gun firing range! Plans are displayed and the woods’ entrances and are also available on the trust’s website.

Please note dogs should be on leads throughout the reserve.

Park in the Trust’s car park on the Besford Bridge Road, about half a mile west of Pershore.

Leave the car park and join the track (1) which leads to the woods (see photo left).

As you enter the wood, keep straight ahead on the main broad track, ignoring the turnings to the left.

Forestry work is ongoing here, and the trust is also gradually

replacing the conifers which were planted by the Forestry Commission when Tiddesley was used for commercial purposes.

Carry on along the path, which rises slightly and eventually meets a bridleway (2).

Turn right and follow the bridleway as it curves upwards, until it bears right and descends to the end of the wood.

(3). Leave the bridleway at this point and walk straight ahead along the track. At the next path turn left (4) and keep climbing upwards until you reach cross tracks (5). Bear left here - and at the next junction bear right (6) down a path which can at times be slippery.

At the bottom of the decent you will meet the bridleway again. by a wooden gate (7). Bear left and take the path into the woods here, and follow it until you meet the main track once more (8). Turn right to return to the car park.

Summer is here at the

Royal Hop Pole Hotel in Tewkesbury

28 Beautiful En-Suite Bedrooms Stay in this historic coaching inn in the very heart of medieval Tewkesbury - all rooms are en suite with plasma TV, tea/coffee etc. Visit our website for more details or to book: jdwetherspoon.co.uk/home/hotels/the-royal-hop-pole

The Royal Hop Pole Hotel 94 Church Street TEWKESBURY GL20 5RS

Tel: 01684 278670

With cake £2.49 - walnut, lemon drizzle or carrot cake

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THE BERKELEY ARMS

PUB QUIZ ????

Church Street, Tewkesbury Telephone: 01684 290555 Mobile 07931 692227

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

Real Pub • Real Food • Real Ale Children and Dogs Welcome BT Sports and ESPN

䡵 1: Which actor played the character Audrey FforbesHamilton in the BBC TV series ‘To The Manor Born?’

䡵 2: The phrase ‘in one fell swoop’ comes from which play

by William Shakespeare? 䡵 3: Which group of Pacific islands became the 50th state in the USA in 1959? 䡵 4: Walt Disney’s ‘Bambi’ used animated scenes that were originally made for which

HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS AT THE JOHN MOORE MUSEUM There are two stimulating family events to enjoy this August at the John Moore Museum in Church Street, Tewkesbury.

On Saturday 8th August visitors can meet JRCS Falconry who, amongst others, will be bringing along a Barn Owl, a Tawny Owl, a Harris Hawk, a Buzzard, a Peregrine Falcon and an Eagle Owl. You can learn all about these fascinating creatures from a falconer, who will be in the museum to answer all your questions about birds of prey and the ancient art of falconry.

There will be two sessions - 10am-1pm and 2pm-5pm.

At similar times on Sunday 22nd August, there’s a chance to consult a Medieval Barber Surgeon who has cures and procedures to suit all!

He will discuss the medical theory behind his diagnoses and explain some of the ‘latest ‘medical advances.

Discover the horrors of Medieval medicine and

of his 1940s other blockbuster movies? 䡵 4: Which British snake gives birth to live young? 䡵 5: What does the abbreviation a.m. stand for?

ANSWERS: 1. Penelope Keith; 2.

Macbeth; 3. Hawaii; 4. Pinocchio; 5.

The adder (or viper); 6. Ante Meridiem (in the morning);

Pub Quiz is sponsored by

WHAT’S ON THIS MONTH

䡵 LUNCHTIME RECITALS: Every Tuesday until 27th September inclusive. Tewkesbury Abbey, 1.00pm. Admission Free, retiring collection. 䡵 THE TEWKESBURY LIBRARY CRAFT CLUB: Free club for people who enjoy chatting and sharing ideas about crafts; sewing, knitting, card-making jewellery making while they work.

Details: please ask at the library or call Deborah on 01684 276503.

䡵 A falconer in the museum;s Cottage Garden find out why a visit to the doctor could be a case of kill or cure!

Enjoy a costumed demonstration of

Medieval surgery from an expert re-enactor.

For more details pop in or call the museum on 01684 297174.

䡵 MOVEMENT TO MUSIC: every Tuesday, 10.00am-11/00am, 50+. The Scout Hut, Oldbury Road, Tewkesbury. Contact Mrs Allvey on 01531 650200. 䡵 BREATHE EASY TEWKESBURY: every second Tuesday of the month, 2.00pm - 4.00pm at the Boys Brigade Community Centre. Open to all sufferers of lung conditions, families, friends and carers.British Lung Foundation Support Group. 䡵 BREDON CRAFTERS: third Wednesday of the month, 1.00pm-5.00pm. Bredon Village Hall, Bredon, Near Tewkesbury. 䡵 TEWKESBURY MEMORY CAFE: Tewkesbury Day Centre, last Wednesday of each month (24pm). 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 in exchange for a small donation.

Details 01684 296238.

Chinese Restaurant & Take-Away 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

CHINESE & MALAYSIAN CUISINE

OPEN 6 DAYS A WEEK

䡵 FREE LOCAL HISTORY ADVICE: you will find a family and local historian at Tewkesbury Library, on most Thursday afternoons. Booking is essential: 01684 293086.

(CLOSED MONDAYS) EXCLUDES BANK HOLIDAY

DELIVERY SERVICE AVAILABLE TEWKESBURY’S FAMOUS INDIAN AND BANGLADESHI RESTAURANT

Celebrating 16 years in Tewkesbury

01684 292046 (MINIMUM ORDER £15)

17 High Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5AL

NEW CHELTENHAM CAR BOOT SALE

DINE IN • DINE OUT TAKEAWAYS • (01684) 273727

EVERY SUNDAY

FREE DELIVERY WITHIN SPECIFIED AREA OF TEWKESBURY - OPEN 6pm UNTIL LATE Rajshahi, 121 High Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5JU

National Star College, Ullenwood Manor, Near Cheltenham • Open 9am-1pm At The Royal Oak, Main Road, Bredon, Tewkesbury GL20 7LW

Quay Street, Tewkesbury

01684 293220 Mon-Fri 11.45-2 & 5pm-11pm; Saturday 11.45-2.30 & 5pm-11pm

Restaurant Opening Times Monday & Wednesday-Sunday Lunch: 12 noon-2.30pm Dinner: 5.30pm-11.00pm

Take Away Collection Get 10% Off Pub open every day from Noon

WORCESTER SIXWAYS CAR BOOT SALE SUNDAYS ALL YEAR ROUND Now on at Six Ways Park & Ride, half a mile from M5 Junction 6 Next to Worcester Warriors Rugby Ground Open 9am-1pm • Free admission to the public

ENQUIRIES: 07966 145286

Tewkesbury Fryer

VALE WILDLIFE HOSPITAL

FOR A TASTE OF THE MEDITERRANEAN

CAR BOOT SALE

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

01684 290888 STONE WILLY’S PIZZA

Mon & Tues: 4.30pm-10pm Wednesday to Saturday: 12-2pm & 4.30pm-10pm

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Keep it Local Please support Tewkesbury’s restaurants and food outlets to ensure a bright future for our wonderful town

EVERY SATURDAY

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

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Tewkesbury LIVE sponsored by

THE BERKELEY ARMS

HOME OF LIVE MUSIC IN TEWKESBURY Great bands every Saturday. Open mic night fourth Thursday of the month fronted by Blue Street. Resident band the Future Set last Friday of every month. Tythe Barn available for free hire and band practice.

Church St, Tewkesbury 01684 290555 䡵 SAT 1st AUGUST: Chicago Bytes, The Berkeley Arms. 䡵 SUN 2nd AUGUST: Melvin Hancox, The Nottingham Arms. 䡵 SUN 2nd AUGUST: Tasha (4-7pm), The White Bear. 䡵 SUN 9th AUGUST: Nikki Petherick, The Nottingham Arms. 䡵 SUN 9th AUGUST: Dave C (4-7pm), The White Bear. 䡵 FRI 14th AUGUST: Taylor & Co, Cross Keys, Bredon’s Hardwick. 䡵 SUN 16th AUGUST: Greg Winters, The Nottingham Arms.

䡵 SAT 22nd AUGUST: Blondie Tribute, Lakeside Café & Bar, Bredon’s Hardwick.

䡵 SAT 29th AUGUST: Bryn Thomas, Royal Oak, Bredon.

䡵 SUN 23rd AUGUST: Ian Luther, The Nottingham Arms.

䡵 SUN 30th AUGUST: Max Roache (From 12.30pm), Yew Tree, Conderton.

䡵 SUN 23rd AUGUST: Sax Appeal (4-7pm), The White Bear.

䡵 SUN 30th AUGUST: Marc Drew, The Nottingham Arms.

䡵 TUES 25th AUGUST: The Urban Folk Quartet, The Watson Hall (Tickets: Roses Theatre)

䡵 SUN 30th AUGUST: James Hickman (4-7pm), The White Bear.

䡵 THURS 27th AUG: Blue Street & Open Mic, The Berkeley Arms.

䡵 SAT 19th SEPT: The Ruby Ray Band, Lakeside Café & Bar, Bredon’s Hardwick.

䡵 FRI 28th AUGUST: Thunder Road, Yew Tree, Conderton. 䡵 FRI 28th AUGUST: Future Set, The Berkeley Arms.

䡵 SUN 16th AUGUST: Jackie Baker (4-7pm), The White Bear.

䡵 FRI 28th AUGUST: Masterplan,Cross Keys, Bredon’s Hardwick.

䡵 FRI 21st AUGUST: Otis Mack, Cross Keys, Bredon’s Hardwick.

䡵 SAT 29th AUGUST: Bryan Adams Tribute, Lakeside Café & Bar, Bredon’s Hardwick.

䡵 THURS 24th SEPT: The Manfreds, The Roses Theatre. 䡵 SUN 27th SEPT: Talon (Eagles tribute), The Roses Theatre. 䡵 FRI 25th SEPT: Leon Day, Royal Oak, Bredon 䡵 TUES 29th SEPT: Steve Ashley, The Roses Theatre.

Flowers for hours of fun Local lady Jackie Dean has just started up a business in her home town of Tewkesbury, running flower arranging workshops and birthday parties for children.

Her new venture, Flowers of Fun, will be running open workshops during the summer holidays where children aged 5-14 can come along and have some fun with flowers, plants and crafts - plus they will take home their very own special creations.

“Sessions will be up to two hours with breaks and held at our own workshop in Tewkesbury, said Jackie. “The price is £15 per child which includes all materials and flowers plus a free muffin and a drink. There will be a maximum of 8 children per session.”

Flowers of Fun also organise birthday parties from age five upwards. “ This is where we let your children be little florists for the day, Jackie added. “Each child will take away their own decorated vase and floral creation as well lots of smiles.” A recent party is pictured above.

For more details contact Jackie Dean on 07769 344080 or email her on flowersoffun@aol.com

LIVE MUSIC TOO!

Preview Evening Friday 28th August then SATURDAY 29th AUGUST SUNDAY 30th AUGUST MONDAY 31st AUGUST

SUNDAY EVENING MEALS

• 20 REAL ALES • 8 CIDERS By road from Tewkesbury take the A438 to Ledbury and turn off to Forthampton.

At Forthampton duck pond turn left and follow the road to the end to find the Lower Lode Inn.

FERRY NOW OPEN

Our ferry is now operating from Lower Lode Lane Tewkesbury from Wednesday to Sunday.

For Monday and Tuesday ring ahead

Wire up a new outdoor socket Fit some nice LED downlighters in the bathroom Install a patio heater for cooler evenings Fit a new Guard Cam for the garage .... or for whatever electrical improvements you wish to make in the home, Rifina have got it all, right here in Tewkesbury

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EMMA’S MAKEOVER by Emma Lawson of Ell Hair Studio

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

BADHAMS

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

This month local lady Emma Sutherland gets a new look from Emma Lawson of Ell Hair Salon.

Emma prefers a natural day look which is obtained by priming the skin which is important and then a medium iTint is applied and sealed with iPowder.

The addition of Ice Pop gives a natural glow.

For the eyes Emma applied iFlick liner and an iFlutter Plum tint to the eyelashes and the lipstick used is iGloss Blondie.

Sutherland Emma says “I like the natural colours and I like the fact it isn’t over the top my partner commented that it makes me look younger.”

Emma before

Emma after

TEWKESBURY FLOWER CLUB August meeting - Tuesday 11th August at the Watson Hall in Barton Street, doors open at 7.00pm meeting starts at 7.30pm.

Demonstrator is Wendy Pitkin and the title of her demonstration is “The Wedding Day”.

Visitors are very welcome and entrance for non -members is £5. Further information from Jill Cooper 01684 294544.

WE ALWAYS HAVE LOTS OF GREAT OFFERS IN STORE NEW GREAT SELECTION OF QUALITY £1 LINES Opening hours Mon-Fri 9am to 5.30pm (closed 1pm-2pm) Sat 9am to 12pm

Badhams Pharmacy 105 Queens Road, Priors Park, Tewkesbury

01684 290659

1-2 Church Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5PA 01684 296540 DISCOVER THE THRILL OF BUYING AND SELLING. WE ARE THE AREA’S MOST SUCCESSFUL AUCTION ROOMS.

OUR NEXT ANTIQUE, COLLECTABLES & GENERAL SALES IS Thursday 13th August Starts 10.30am Viewing Wednesday 12th August 10am Entries Welcome www.churchstreet-auctions.co.uk

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Offering free half hour advice and fixed fee consultations to discuss your issues, we have an impressive team of experts covering a huge range of legal advice.

So whatever you need, come and see why we are Tewkesbury’s welcoming face of law 63 High Street TEWKESBURY GL20 5BJ 01684 850750

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TEWKESBURY CLASSIC VEHICLE FESTIVAL GOES AIRBORNE This highly successful event, staged on 23rd August, 200 yards from M5 Junction 9 on Tewkesbury School playing field is moving up a gear!

Midlands Air Ambulance will use Tewkesbury Classic Vehicle Festival as its base for the day, responding to calls and returning as needed!

Also expected is Barry “Whizzo” Williams the famous race and rally driver who will be recounting his experiences with some of the cars he used to compete in.

There will be 400 exhibit cars and 150 bikes with a high proportion of vintage cars and up to 10 veterans.

Last year included Jensen Healey, De Lorean, Petersen Bentley, Phantom Rolls Royce, Ulster Aston Martin, Bugattis, an original ex Le Mans MGA and many more.

100 vendors will be selling anything from gaskets to gooseberry jam, including autojumble, tools, gifts etc.

There will be tea and cakes and more, there’ll be a licensed bar and a BBQ and other refreshment. The Haywood Sisters will be providing live period music.

Free entry for exhibit cars and their drivers – no need to book. Free to leave after 4pm.

Traders: only £20 per 9sq Metres plus parking.

Please book on website www.tewkesburycvf.org or phone 01684 850940.

Free entry for under

12’s, adults £5 a head with ample free parking for visitors. 100% to Rotary Charities, including Air Ambulance, Nepalese earthquake disaster as well as local projects.

Please note that there are no dogs allowed.

BBQ Packs & Flavoured Beef, Pork, Lamb & Chicken Now Available!!

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

45 High Street, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire GL20 5BH

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SIGNS OF A GOOD SUMMER Purchase any wood or multi fuel stove and get ÂŁ25 off* *prices are based on RRP of stoves

We will then donate another ÂŁ25 to Children with Cancer UK

Ben Bowers Heating Solutions Ltd Stove Supply & Installation 01684 210614 07930 639488 bbheatingsolutions@gmail.com Wimber Hill, Dingle Lane, Hillend Twyning, Tewkesbury Glos GL20 6DW Open Friday 9 - 4 or by appointment

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Garden parties, fetes, musical festivals and more are all getting in to full swing. Great Washbourne held a Summer Supper event in late June where the villagers turned out to enjoy food music and some good company. More pictures can be found at www.tewkesburydirect.co.uk.

SCHOOLDAY MEMORIES A brand new Northway Infants School is being built and before the old school is demolished staff are holding a past and present day on Saturday 3rd October between 10.00am and 4.00pm.

Tea, coffee and cakes are to be on sale and there will be a photo booth for people to have pictures taken with old school friends.

Staff are appealing for anyone who has any old school photos of themselves or class pictures they can bring in before the day can be scanned and displayed on the day.

Visitors will be able to look around the school and perhaps add their

thoughts to a memory book.

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SAFETY IN THE HOME with Mark Astle, Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service

GLOUCESTERSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE WORKING FOR A SAFER TEWKESBURY Hello, my name is Mark Astle and I am your Local Risk Manager for Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue within Tewkesbury borough. My top priority is to work towards a safer Tewkesbury through prevention, protection and education.

Starting with my top tips to say safe from fire: • Ensure you have a working smoke alarm installed on all levels of your home. Test your alarms weekly and never remove batteries for other devices.

• Never leave cooking unattended and avoid cooking after drinking alcohol. The majority of fires start in the kitchen. Always turn off kitchen appliances when you have finished cooking.

• Never leave candles unattended, tea lights in particular as they can become extremely hot.

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If you are going to light your fire, make sure you have the chimney swept.

Plan an escape route and ensure everyone knows it.

Close doors at night to stop fires from spreading.

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MITTON MANOR LEAVERS CONCERT The Mitton Manor Pre-School Leavers’ Concert took place on Friday 10th July at the Watson Hall in Tewkesbury.

The concert involved thirty pre-school children who are moving on to primary school in September.

The theme of the show was “A Night at the Musicals”, and included songs from Mary Poppins, Annie, Oliver and the Wizard of Oz. Around three hundred parents, grandparents and friends filled the hall and thoroughly enjoyed the performance. The children, aged only three and four, were

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wish them all the best as they move on to primary school.

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TWYNING VILLAGE FETE THERAPY EVENING If you are looking for a fun day out for all the family this summer then why not come along to Twyning Village Fete? Bank Holiday Monday 31st August 2015 1- 4pm.

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Following the horrendous weather last year we have everything crossed hoping that it will be a glorious sunny day. There will be lots of traditional village fete stalls, including plate smash, books, cakes, coconut shy, skittles and dung drop. We also have our raffle, with lots of great prizes being donated by local businesses, a bouncy slide, tombola and much, much more.

Food-wise there will be a fantastic barbecue, teas and cakes and the ice cream van. Licensed bar also available.

We will have entertainment in the main arena with our ever popular Tug of War and Egg Throwing competitions.

There will also be dance displays from Bredon School of Dance and traditional children's races.

In the Marquee, along with the refreshments, we shall have our competitions on display with many new categories this year and local singing group “Choir Factor” will be providing entertainment.

We also hope that as you drive through the village that a few Scarecrows will catch your eye as villagers

Emma Lawson of Ell Hair Salon hosted a therapists evening and raised £150 to go to the local Isla’s Walking Dream Appeal.

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enter our Scarecrow competition. This year the theme is “Sporty Scarecrow(s)”.

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LOCAL ACTIVITY WINS PRESTIGIOUS INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN’S AWARDS

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La Jolie Ronde Languages for Children has been crowned Best National Activity for 5-12 year olds for the 2nd year running in the prestigious International children’s awards “What’s On 4 Juniors Awards 2015”.

Earlier in the year the Award Programme asked parents and children across the UK to nominate their favourite after-school and weekEvery end activities. activity, in the UK, had the chance to be nominated and voted for, making the Awards a true representation of how parents & children feel towards what is on offer & a reflection of their eagerness to reward the very best.

The Awards are now into their 9th year and on Friday a champagne

Finalists Award Ceremony took place and saw La Jolie Ronde beat 3 other activities to scoop the award!

La Jolie Ronde has been successfully leading the way in early language learning offering both French and Spanish classes to nursery and primary aged children, throughout the UK and Ireland, for over 30 years.

The La Jolie Ronde methodology of language teaching includes immersion in French and Spanish from the very beginning,

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Mrs Aurore ChatronMichaud who runs French classes for 5-12 year olds at Twyning School said "We are absolutely delighted to win this Award for the 2nd year running. It makes it even more special as it’s the parents and children who have voted for us. Learning a second language comes easy to very young children therefore it is the

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OPEN A NEW BRANCH IN TEWKESBURY Alexander Burn Funeral Directors is opening a new branch in Tewkesbury High Street at the start of August.

The firm, which is owned and run by Alexander Burn, has branches already in Cheltenham, Bishop’s Cleeve and Winchcombe, and has a strong reputation for providing the very highest standards in bereavement care.

In addition to its funeral directing work, Alexander Burn is the funeral director for the Coroner and the NHS across the whole of Gloucestershire. As an independent family

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The new branch will contain all the facilities of a modern funeral home, and has been subject to a major refurbishment to bring it to the highest standard.

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WORK ON ROSES THEATRE UNDERWAY The enthusiasm is palpable at The Roses Theatre as years of fundraising and planning for the renovations have finally come to fruition; in a matter of a couple of months, Tewkesbury will have a brand new arts centre, standing tall and proud on Sun Street.

Building work began at the beginning of July – a week earlier than expected – and after the initial hustle and bustle of staff clearing out all of their possessions, dismantling desks, and setting themselves up backstage in the dressing rooms, the contractors got to work and have made staggering progress so far. Staff are currently enjoying being in close proximity in their make shift offices as the excitement from the daily progress photos is contagious and it has finally dawned that these improvements are really happening.

Visitors can look forward to an array of improvements including a wow factor atrium, a light and airy coffee bar,

a brand new kitchen serving locally sourced food throughout the day, a brand new lift, and increased comfort as the heating system improves and the toilets are completely overhauled.

Areas of the theatre that used to be very familiar are now completely unrecognisable as walls are knocked down and new ones are built, equipment and tools are everywhere, and smaller areas of the building are beginning to feel more spacious.

Thanks to many generous contributions, the theatre are exceedingly close to their £820,000 target and they feel that it is almost certain they can surpass it and begin to turn the second phase of the redevelopment

into a reality. The continued support has been a constant affirmation that the plans to modernise the building will massively improve the customer experience and turn the building into something the community can be even more proud to call their own.

There is now an opportunity to leave a special, personalised mark on the new building thanks to The Buy A Brick Appeal. For a £75 donation, a brass plaque will be engraved with a message chosen by the contributor, whether it is their own name, recognition of their business, a friend, or a family member. The new build-

ing was only made possible because of dedicated contributors in the community who care about its success as much as the staff and volunteers, so it is only fitting that these plaques are mounted onto the bricks that make up the foundation of the renovated arts centre.

The works will run into September, with The Roses reopening its doors on Thursday 24 September with The Manfreds. Over the summer, The Roses will be offering a programme of events at The Watson Hall and Victoria Gardens – see advert on page 16 for full details.

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NEW YEaR EvE FaMilY PaRtY at HiltoN PuCKRuP Hall HotEl & GolF CluB Welcome in New Year 2015 with all the family at Hilton Puckrup Hall. Enjoy a 3 course buffet and children’s buffet, midnight toast and resident DJ in our Balharries Restaurant.

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TEWKESBURY ART SOCIETY ANNUAL SUMMER EXHIBITION

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Friday 17th July saw the opening of Tewkesbury Art Society Annual “Summer Exhibition” at The Methodist Church Hall.

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The Kershaw Cup was awarded to John Griffin, joint runners up were Rosamond Farley and Bill Wiggins.

This year there was a new trophy donated by Stagecoach Bus Co. which was awarded to

Janet Green, her winning poster will be on display in every Stagecoach Bus. The exhibition had over 140 pictures for sale, also many greeting cards.

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The Leaving… …is the title of a new novel from local author Andrew Chapman. It will be published on September 30th.

Nick Propert, a clergyman in a Midlands town, suffers a devastating shock when his wife disappears. Although their relationship has been strained there appears to be no explanation for her leaving and Nick is left to reconstruct his life in her absence. This leads him to a remote peninsula on the west coast of Scotland, a place where he can seek to understand what has Available from alison's happened to his life and bookshop and music whether a future on his store, Tewkesbury, own might be possible. online from The answers are surpriswww.andrewchapmaniing to him. con.com or can be Andrew Chapman, ordered from any good author of two previous bookseller. £8.99. ISBN novels, Beyond the 978-0-9564421-2-3.

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John Griffin arranged for 50 shop owners, managers, to exhibit one painting from each participating member to be placed into their shop windows, this was called the “Walking

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We are looking for new players in all positions for the upcoming 2015/16 football season to add to and improve our existing squad.

The only requirement is that you are under 13 years of age on 31/8/15 and have the required ability.

You never know what hidden talent you might have so come and show us what you’ve got!

Please contact Pete on 07866 563362 or Nigel on 07851 261725 for further information.

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MVS DRIVEN "QUACKERS" CATHY RAISES MONEY IN FOR "SAVE THE CHILDREN" MEMORY OF LEANNE HADDRELL Cathy Dudfield, who is a lifeguard and swimming instructor at Cascades, recently completed the Cotswold 113 Half Ironman event at Cotswold Water Park in six hours and thirteen minutes.

Cathy who suffers from a prolapsed disc in her back said “It was a fantastic experience but very tough, unfortunately my back wasn't great by the time it came to the run and when you are not feeling good and your legs are very tired it all becomes very hard work.”

“Saying that though I was determined to finish

which I did.” she added.

Cathy was raising funds for the charity CRY in memory of Leanne Haddrell who used to work alongside Cathy at Cascades and who sadly died from a heart condition triggered by a virus in 2008, said “I have raised around £900 which is absolutely fantastic and far more than I ever expected!

Can I please thank all my family, friends, all the customers and staff at

Cascades swimming pool that so kindly donated to this worthy cause!”

When Helena Dale from Strensham decided to run a duck race in aid of “Save the Children” charity as part of taking her Duke of Edinburgh Silver Award she approached Tewkesbury based Severn Unit Maritime Volunteer Service to see if they could help gather in the ducks and offer her some advice.

Head of Severn Unit Nic Price said “We were pleased we could assist with this and accordingly we deployed our two inflatables at Back of

Avon where all the ducks that were sold were dropped in on Saturday 18th July and a successful race was held on the river.”

Duck Race organiser Helena Dale (L) with Sue Wickstead (R) - Chair of Tewkesbury & Gloucestershire County Co-Ordinator for “Save the Children” Charity.

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Wheatpieces Parish August 2015 Fun Day at Wheatpieces Community Centre Saturday 5th September 13:00 – 16:00 Saturday 5th September will see the Centre throw its doors open for some fun! The day will provide a chance to try first day including the annual dog show, bouncy castle,

be available with all proceeds going to Riding for the Disabled. Other features include Porsche Car Display, Push Bike Security Coding and a Pig Roast. Entry forms for the dog show will be available at Wheatpieces Community Centre and – 16:00, please contact Cllr Daniel Webb on 07825 130 969.

Wheatpieces Community Centre Flexible space in a modern facility suitable for community

Free Wi-Fi and free car parking Check availability and request a booking online at

www.wheatpiecescommunitycentre.com Or contact Adam Fendt, the Community Centre Manager Tel: 01684 294713 or 07774 084 216 E-Mail: wheatpieces@uwclub.net

The whole of the estate roads on Wheatpieces 1 have now been fully adopted by Glos County Council Highways, the Wimpey area off Cypress Road / Holmoak Close. The remaining Bovis Wheatpieces 2 estate roads (area of Gainsborough Road and Henry Crescent) should be adopted by the Autumn.

The Parish Council have now taken ownership of all weed spraying for the estate roads and block paved footpaths and is planned for the end of July / early August.

Could all residents be aware that they are responsible for the pruning / trimming of all boundary trees and shrubbery

the Bovis Homes Widgeon Lane area of Wheatpieces 1.

Community Centre. The Agendas will be displayed on the Parish Council website at www.wheatpieces.parishcouncil.net.

If you have any concerns that you would like to raise, please get in touch with the clerk at the contact details below.

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POLICE NOTES with Police Sergeant Henry Wright

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A few gentle reminders We have unfortunately suffered two burglaries where as well as property being taken from the home the thieves also stole three cars, writes Police Sergeant Henry Wright of Tewkesbury Police.

This worrying trend could have been averted by some basic security measures.

In one case the premises was entered by an unlocked rear door and in the second the point of entry was an open ground floor window.

Thankfully two of the cars were found abandoned within hours.

I suggested in this column very recently that leaving vehicle keys where they can be easily accessed in the hall or kitchen table gives burglars an easy method of escape after helping themselves to items from your home.

I know during periods of good weather it is necessary to open windows but please check the ground floor of your home before retiring to bed. This list should help: 䡵 Make sure all doors are locked. 䡵 Check all ground floor windows are closed, better still lock them if possible.

䡵 Take door and vehicle keys upstairs when going to bed. 䡵 Leave a lamp or radio on a time switch to give the impression someone is still awake downstairs. A station with a phone-in is the best choice.

The crime prevention shop was also there selling shed alarms , cycle locks and timing switches.

I will finish off with a couple of reminders , firstly during this spell of fine weather please do not leave dogs unattended in your vehicle even for a short period of time and always remember to take a bottle of water and a bowl when going on a long journey.

Secondly if you are aged 70 or over (or soon will be) you will need to renew your driving licence every three years.

This is free and you will receive your new licence within one week

if you apply online.

For more information call the DVLA on 0300 790 6801 or visit gov.uk/dvla.

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AUGUST FARMERS AND CRAFT MARKET The Tewkesbury Farmers and Craft Market has a great mix of local produce from farmers, growers and food producers plus local arts and crafts. This month’s event will be held at Abbey Lawns on Saturday 8th August from 9.00am.

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䡵 Close curtains or blinds so a would be burglar cannot see in. 䡵 Check the outside of your premises to see there is nothing to aid a burglar such as DIY tools, gardening equipment or ladders. 䡵 Check the garage is securely locked.

Last month an event was held in Bishop’s Cleeve library where Police, Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue as well as other partner agencies provided advice and crime prevention tips.

The Police and Fire service then carried out a joint initiative in the village to identify residents who may be vulnerable.

These residents were offered advice on crime prevention, fire prevention as well as the fitting of smoke alarms.

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QUICK CROSSWORD Answers Here is the solution to this month’s Tewkesbury Direct Quick Crossword, as featured on Page 18. All crosswords are supplied by Clarity Media Limited©.

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READERS WRITE to Tewkesbury Direct Dear Tewkesbury Direct, On my website I have included two articles on Tewkesbury, that may be of interest to your readers.

The first is on the High Street in the 1960/70s when my late husband and I managed a very busy newsagents in the High Street (now Halfords the Butchers).

This is mainly about our fellow shopkeepers, local people and those from surrounding villages who not only were our customers, but became our friends as well.

The second is my personal experience of the terrible floods in Tewkesbury and the surrounding area, just over eight years ago in July 2007.

This is a condensed version of a much larger account.

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TAKE UP A SPORT IN TWYNING Fancy trying your hand at a new sport this Summer? Then two clubs in Twyning could be just what you are looking for.

Twyning Netball Club is currently looking for new members, and are holding sessions at TRAC in Kilmore Lane every Wednesday from 8pm-9pm.

They cover basic skill development and court play, and all abilities are welcome - even if you have never played before. Contact Lorna Herold on 01684 294292 for details.

If you want to learn tennis, or Wimbledon has inspired you to take up the sport again, why not pop along to Twyning Tennis Club?

The club meets every Tuesday and Thursday throughout the year at 6pm, and on Sunday mornings at 10am. Players at all levels are welcome to come along. For more details call Hilary on 01684 299350.

LOCALS ON TOUR Landlord of Tewkesbury’s Berkeley Arms, Laurence Mills, invited regular customers and local members of CAMRA to help him out with essential research recently.

Regulars from the pub enjoyed a tour of the Wadworth Brewery in Devizes recently. Laurence said “I always like to do what I can, to give our customers that little bit extra.” They are pictured above enjoying a little Wiltshire hospitality.

JUDGEMENT DAY Britain in Bloom judges were welcomed to Tewkesbury last month to appraise the town’s entry into the national competition.

They are pictured above being welcomed by the town mayor and members of the local Britain in Bloom team. Left to right are Margaret White, Shelby Powell, Roger Bache (Heart of England Judge), John Badham (Mayor), Peter Aldridge, Tony Beirne (Town Clerk) (at the frear), Mark Wiltshire (Heart of England Judge), Tony Lord and Brian Williams (Cornerways Nursery).

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POSITIVE THINKING with Dave Slater

What’s most important to you?

I suppose we all have different ideas as to what is important in our lives and what is not, writes local clinical hypnotherapist and counsellor David Slater.

People may challenge our choices and decisions.

What do YOU put as most important?

Perhaps the following tale can help you sort out your ideas. I have seen this story in many different publications but its original author is unknown so cannot be acknowledged. A shame.

It is so simple yet so true!

A philosophy professor stood before his class with some items on the table in front of him.

When the class began, wordlessly he picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with rocks, about 2 inches in diameter.

He then asked the students if the jar was full. They agreed that it was.

So the professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar. He shook the jar lightly. The pebbles, of course, rolled into the open areas between the rocks.

He then asked the students again if the jar was full.

They agreed it was.

The professor picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar. Of course, the sand filled up

the remaining open areas of the jar.

He then asked once more if the jar was full.

The students responded with a unanimous “Yes.” “Now,” said the professor, “I want you to recognize that this jar represents your life. The rocks are the important things – your family, your partner, your health, your children – things that if everything else was lost and only they remained, your life would still be full.

The pebbles are the other things that matter – like your job, your house, your car. The sand is everything else, the small stuff.”

“If you put the sand into the jar first,” he

continued, “there is no room for the pebbles or the rocks.

The same goes for your life. If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff, you will never have room for the things that are important to you. Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness.

Play with your children.

Take your partner out dancing.

There will always be time to go to work, clean the house, give a dinner party, or fix the disposal.”

“Take care of the rocks first – the things that really matter. Set your priorities. The rest is just sand.”

David Slater

GOING VINTAGE ON THE PARK Tewkesbury’s award winning Vintage Fair is set to return on Saturday 12th September. As well as the regular attractions, a new venue reached via vintage bus plus a classic car show will be new features.

Organisers of ‘Vintage on the Park’, Shelby Powell and Karen Brennan say “We wish to thank all of the local businesses who are supporting our newest venture which is in aid of charity.

“With our new partners and sponsors working with us we can offer these new attractions.

“We hope to keep Tewkesbury firmly on the map for first-rate vintage events and encourage visitors to discover our vintage, and second hand antique shops.”

Tewkesbury Park Hotel are opening up their stunning grounds and hotel to host the vintage attractions in September while solicitors practice, Thomson & Bancks are the event’s main sponsors.

Stephanie Jepson and the Courtney World travel team are supporting the free vintage shuttle bus service which will operate a 20 minute circular service between the town centre and the venue.

The vintage ‘bus stop’ will be based at The Crescent (next to The Abbey) and will operate between 11am and 4.30 pm picking up vintage fans along the way.

Voluntary donations will be collected for the Midlands Air Ambulance.

Emma Adams and Emma Mason of Katherine's Closet will be manning the beauty parlour and are sponsoring

䡵 Anyone for a vintage outing? Stephanie and the team will be booking vintage travel on Saturday 12th September (Photo: Nick Jones, The Photo Studio). the fashion show as well as being on hand to offer tips on vintage styling.

The classic car show is being brought to Tewkesbury by Mark Knight, secretary of the local Austin Healey Owners Club. Mark runs Retro Marques a classic car specialist service based at Strensham and also has a bodywork and paint shop in Malvern.

The event is being officially opened by Roger Head of Highnam Court, the current High Sheriff of Gloucester and organiser of Gloucestershire’s annual largest classic car event.

For general event enquires please ring 01684 438385.

Classic car show enquiries and registration email to Mark info@ahc-southwestern.co.uk More information at www.tewkesburyvintagefair.co.uk

BUILDERS JOIN THE BIG WEED A team of workers from Willmott Dixon (above) - the contractors building the town's new swimming pool and leisure facilities - joined Tewkesbury in Bloom volunteers and members of the public to sweep, weed and tidy up the town centre ahead of the Britain in Bloom regional judging day.

Willmott Dixon have supported the town's efforts over the last couple of months by providing new town signage, supplying equipment and tools as well as offering manpower for the Big Community Weeding session which has been organised by Paul Rice the company's senior building manager.

Around 30 individuals spent two hours at various grot spots in the town including sweeping at The Crescent, cleaning road signage near to Morrisons, weeding at the entrance of Nelson Street as well as the immediate town centre.

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All the thrills and spills of motor sport are set to return to Prescott over the next few weeks.

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Drivers will compete against the clock on one of the country’s most historic uphill courses on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th September, as part of the British and Midland Championships.

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Prescott has been one of Britain’s foremost hillclimb circuits for around eighty years.

Saturday 5th September will a be practice day, with the championship rounds taking place from 9.00am on Sunday 6th September.

Gates open at 8.00am.

For a full programme of this season’s remaining events - which conclude in October - visit prescott-hillclimb.com

RAILWAY CLUB ON THE ROAD Members of the Tewkesbury YMCA Railway Society take to the road this month for a series of events.

On Saturday 1st August they will visit the Dean Forest railway, taking the train from Ashchurch.

On Sunday 9th there is a trip to the Woodmancote Garden Railway, followed on Sunday 16th with an excursion to a private railway in Swindon.

Members will join an evening work party in Toddington on Tuesday 18th August.

For more details please call Ian Boskett on 01684 290136.

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