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WORLD CLASS ACTS TO PERFORM LOCALLY Olly Murs, The Stranglers, Rudimental, The Libertines, Black Grape, Sigala, David Rodigan, Jake Bugg and Neville Staple all appearing at Lakefest 2024.

It will be twelfth edition of Lakefest next summer since its inception at Croft Farm Waterpark in Bredon's Hardwick.

The event, now held at Eastnor Castle, has grown to be nationally recognised and have announced a line up that competes with the biggest and best in the country.

The rise to becoming one of the largest and best family festivals has been quite extraordinary.

Festival goers can expect to see the major headliners playing with local bands such as Crispin, Joe Wheldon and The Offshore Lakefest will take place from Wednesday 7th August to Sunday 11th August 2024 and includes 100 more acts, children's activities including wrestling and BMX, high-octane funfair thrills and tranquil rejuvenating wellbeing areas.

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䡵 McFly storming the main stage at Lakefest 2023 information can be found at the website lakefest.co.uk Another local festival which will bring international artists to the area is App-Fest Gloucestershire.

The festival, which started life in 2008 in the grounds of the Farmers Arms at Apperley, will be held at Hillworth Farm near Longdon from Thursday 4th to Sunday 4th August.

Stars already booked to play include Scouting For Girls, The Boomtown Rats, Nik Kershaw, Cast,

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Lots more original artists and world-class tribute acts are scheduled to join the line-up, and will announced soon. For updates and tickets, visit the website www.app-fest.co.uk

䡵 Scouting For Girls: all set for App-Fest 2024

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by Hernan Diaz Paperback £9.99

I delayed this review as I thought this book was an ideal read for long winter nights. "Trust" is an ambitious novel which the author carries off with success. A story divided into four sections, each following on from the earlier, consecutive but interlinked. A deep engrossing readable read.

The book opens with a novel within a novel - "Bonds" by Harold Vaneer; who becomes a character in his own right later in the book.

It recounts a good story of ambition in 1920s New York following the lives of businessman Benjamin Rask and his wife Helen. Everything he touches seems to turn into gold, life is good he even prospers during the Wall Street crash of 1929, but in every good story things turn sour and some misfortune enters their lives. To say more would spoil this opening section.

Next we move to an autobiography of Andrew Bevel, himself a businessman the timespan the same. A self congratulatory informal record of his own successes and his marriage to Mildred.

Some similarities are identified, the "real life" models for Vaneer's characters in "Bonds".

The third section records the experiences of Ida Partenza who is hired by Bevel to write up his career and back story, but we also get to know about her life and her father's living in very different existence from her wealthy employer. She becomes a famous

writer and is recounting her story in hindsight from her later, advanced years after a successful career.

Finally in the closing part of the book Mildred Bevel tells us her story.

Yet all these stories are recollections of the same events told from the view point of their principal narrator, or are they? This cleverly sculptured readable novel shows us the life of privileged New Yorkers, with excursions to Europe for recuperative reasons.

Each section unfolds and comes to a conclusion only for the story to be revisited within the following sections and before the reader's eyes possibly reformulated, possibly contorted but with such dexterity by Hernan Diaz, to give these four accounts their real writer's name.

They all form an intriguing read and a wonderful birds eye view of New York life in the early 1920 to 1930s. An unusual book highly recommended.

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WI MEMBERS ENJOY CHRISTMAS PARTY WI-th great enthusiasm Newtown WI members all brought something to the Christmas party - bakers to the fore, of course.

But wait ... first a magic lantern show, using much safer tech than some of the original kit on display, which had exploding carbide lightsources (pity the poor dog that found some discarded carbide under his favourite tree), and a modern screen - instead of a wet muslin sheet hanging in the open doorway on a cold December afternoon.

Subjects ranged from

adverts - Pears soap, Peek Freans (ads have a new kind of cookie), and dentists - to seaside hols, to local landmarks, to Guinness and exhortation to use Windowlene to make everything clearer in the morning, to "the Pledge" homilies, to of course the Nativity story WIth the HTHAS songsheet. The quiz included carols anagrams.

The next meetings are

on Wednesday 13th January, 2pm at Wheatpieces Community Centre, and then a celebration of the New Year WIth a carvery lunch on 24th January.

䡵 Quiz time for Newtown WI

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䡵 SAT 20th JAN: The King’s Voice Gordon Hendricks as Elvis, The Roses Theatre. www.rosestheatre.org 䡵 WED 17th JAN: Mixed ‘Open’ Folk Session, Royal Oak, Bredon.

Music Starts 8pm. 䡵 SAT 20th JAN: Dandelion Charm (Foyer Folk) No.8 Arts, Pershore, www.number8.org 䡵 THURS 25th JAN: Martyn Joseph, Huntingdon Hall, Worcester. worcestertheatres.co.uk Continued on Page 28

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Tewkesbury Photographer Jack Boskett Triumphs at The British Photography Awards Professional photographer Jack Boskett, based in Tewkesbury, has secured a prestigious win at The British Photography Awards held in London at the end of November. Jack emerged victorious in his category with a photograph titled “The Guard on the Train,” captured during the King Charles III Coronation on May 6th in London.

Jack’s winning entry competed among three other esteemed Royal photographers and emerged triumphant, showcasing his exceptional talent. His ability to capture a poignant moment during such a significant event has been recognised and celebrated by industry experts and peers.

Jack expressed his gratitude, saying, “I’m honoured and thrilled to receive this award.

Capturing moments that resonate with viewers is what drives my passion for photography. Photographing King Charles III Coronation and travelling into the Capital by train with the troops was a great experience, but it was a very long and tiring day. This recognition means a lot to me, and I’m grateful for the support and encouragement.”

Jack Boskett’s achievement marks a significant milestone in his career of nearly 14 years, solidifying his position among the toptier professionals in the industry.

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䡵 Bringing history to life: Year 3 pupils from Tewkesbury C of E Primary enjoyed their visit to the John Moore Museum

SKARA BRAE COMES TO TOWN AT THE JOHN MOORE MUSEUM Year 3 pupils from Tewkesbury C of E Primary enjoyed visiting the John Moore Museum in town to set up their Skara Brae model village display for all of Tewkesbury to enjoy This project was the culmination of the childre’s hard work in recreating this ancient settlement using clay, salt dough and various natural resources.

They also created information posters to explain all about this amazing settlement in Orkney, Scotland.

Skara Brae was a thriving village over 5,000 years ago, long before the pyramids in Egypt or Stonehenge was constructed.

It is widely recognised as the best-preserved Neolithis site in Europe,

but was not discovered until the mid 19th century, when a freak storm revealed the houses.

Remarkably. some of the dwellings still had furniture.

The general public can now view the children’s handy work at the John Moore Museum in Church Street.

Tewkesbury CofE Primary School hope that people enjoy seeing how local children have brought a UNESCO World Heritage Site to life.

The John Moore Museum is nestled in a

row of historic timberframed buildings close to Tewkesbury Abbey (GL20 5SN) The museum was established in 1980 in memory of the writer and naturalist, John Moore.

Today it is also home to an extensive Natural History collection featuring specimens of the mammals and birds native to our countryside, woodlands, wetlands and farmland.

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The 27th Tewkesbury Winter Ales Festival 1ST - 3RD FEBRUARY 2024 at The Watson Hall, Barton Street The popular CAMRA festival returns with 70 Winter Ales, Ciders and Perries on offer, this is a great chance to enjoy some of the best Ales around.

Master buyer of beer for the Festival, Ian Mence, insists on including only those beers that can truly be called Winter Ales (brewed solely in the winter and not all year round), which is widely appreciated and is one of the reasons the festival has always been such a success.

Entertainment will include a performance from the district Rock Choir on Friday evening, Saturday there will be live rugby in the afternoon after a lunchtime performance from the ever popular Tewkesbury Town Band.

Thanks go to the main sponsor for the event, The Cross House Tavern, Tewkesbury Pub of the Year 2023.

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Learning something new every week at Probus Club As 2023 came to an end Tewkesbury and Bredon Hill Probus Club rounded off the year with another excellent selection of wide-ranging subjects covered by our speakers.

Very few people today will have heard of a popular singer called Al Bowlly who our speaker Mike Bottomley described as Britain’s first pop star. Al Bowlly was brought up in South Africa with a Greek father and a Lebanese mother.

Mike described how as a musician and singer Bowlly joined several bands around Europe ending up in Great Britain and developing a huge following with his mellifluous voice entertaining the bright young things of pre-war night life and recording many classic songs of his era.

Paddy Hannigan presented to us his talk entitled The Dark Satanic Mills and he described graphically how during the Industrial Revolution countless families including very young children worked in the cotton mills of the north of England putting themselves at risk of injury or even death because of the appallingly dangerous conditions they endured to earn money.

Local speaker Andy Meller came to us and gave a detailed description of cider making in Gloucestershire, detailing the history of what was effectively a cottage

industry with literally thousands of cider mills

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to crush the apples) and the huge variety of different varieties of apples used in producing the different flavours of cider.

Probus Club is already planning a full programme of weekly talks and occasional visits to places of interest for 2024. If you are a retired professional or businessman looking for something new to stimulate your retirement in a social environment, you

would be very welcome to join us as a guest at one of our Tuesday morning meetings. For more information, please visit our website at www. probusclub.net/tewkesbredon/ or contact our Secretary Steve Tucker on 07803 907243. Our events programme for the coming month is featured in this edition of Tewkesbury Direct.

By Chris Brown for Tewkesbury and Bredon Hill Probus Club

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They are frequently thrown away and cannot be used again, writes Andrew Turner.

A UK-based charity called PhysioNet is supported by the Rotary organisation.

PhysioNet collect surplus or redundant equipment for re-cycling, which can then be sent to developing countries where there is a high demand.

Two local Rotary clubs, Tewkesbury and Pershore, are working together to collect unwanted items.

They can then be refurbished and sent overseas to countries in need, including Ethiopia, Ghana, Fiji, Rwanda, Ukraine, Kenya and many more.

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Revitalizing Tewkesbury’s Heritage: High Street Heritage Action Zone Reshapes Historic Charm and Identity The High Street Heritage Action Zone is a local government initiative, to improve and restore historical detail to buildings in Tewkesbury high street.

Assistance to businesses, through grant aid, has had a significant effect on the heritage feel of the town.

The properties; 156 High Street and 1 Barton Street are being restored, as part of the HSHAZ scheme, these are offices of Peter Ball and Co, located at the Cross.

Agent for the landlord of the property, Becky Horton, adds: “It is believed, the original building known as Tolsey House facing the Cross, was demolished

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restoration, has restored the sash window to its former position and relocated the inscribed stone work to the interior wall inside of the ground floor office, to be visible to all.

The frontage of the ground floor office, recessed, is currently being made parallel with the footprint of the building to be as built, originally.

Becky states; “We have a number of properties in Tewkesbury and have been working with HSHAZ to replace modern alterations, restoring, facades and interiors, to return their historical identity and charm.

Other works includes, the restoration of Tysoe’s Court, a former blocked off alleyway, as well as the replacement of plastic double glazing, with wooden, Georgian sash windows at 3 Church Street”.

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Stamp Valuations at Bookworm Bookworm on the High Street is again organising advice by Stamp Specialist Mike Bennett.

If you have a collection that you would like valued or wish to find out how to dispose of it then come along to the High Street store.

Mike will be present in the shop on the last

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CAJUN EVENT MARKS THIRTIETH YEAR Europe’s longest running Cajun and Zydeco Festival celebrates its thirtieth birthday this month.

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155 High Street Tewkesbury GL20 5JP

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£695,000

TIRLEY

£625,000

NEWTOWN

£625,000

A large executive styled detached home; 5 bedrooms; main with ensuite; large conservatory; triple aspect lounge with log burner; separate dining room; further reception room; kitchen/breakfast room; utility; guest wc; double garage; lovely rear garden backing onto fields; gated gravel driveway; solar panels. Tax Band G; EPC D.

With a self contained one bedroom annex, views over fields to the rear, and 4 good sized bedrooms in the main house, this detached substantial home is lovely. 3 separate reception rooms; modern kitchen; large conservatory; guest wc; garage incorporating utility; beautiful gardnes backing onto fields. Tax Band F; EPC E.

Ready to move straight into – this extended, contemporary styled detached home is absolutely immaculate. Open plan large modern kitchen/dining/family room with a wall of bifold windows out to the garden; separate lounge; 5 bedrooms; main with ensuite and dressing room; gated side access; ample driveway parking. EPC tba; Tax Band E.

BREDON’S HARDWICK

MANOR PARK

ROSEFIELDS

£600,000

£490,000

£485,000

Quietly positioned within this small hamlet between Tewkesbury and Bredon; spacious 4 bedroom detached home; modern bathroom; guest wc; lounge; dining room; kitchen; conservatory; utility room; attached double garage; beautiful west facing garden; gas central heating; mains drainage. Tax Band E; EPC D.

Located within a cul du sac of exclusively detached homes, this 4 bedroom home offers generously proportioned and light accommodation. Dual aspect Lounge; separate dining room; modern kitchen; large utility room; guest wc; garage; carport; ample driveway parking; attractive rear garden.

EPC D; Tax Band E.

A modern, large detached home located within easy walking distance of the town centre; 5 double bedrooms; ensuite; shower room; bathroom; guest wc; lounge; separate dining room; kitchen/breakfast room; large conservatory; attached storeroom; single attached garage; parking; Modern internal lift between ground and first floor. New Gas central heating.

EPC C; Tax Band E.

BUSHLEY

KEMERTON

TOWN CENTRE

£480,000

£475,000

£450,000

Pretty as a picture, a delightful semi detached cottage with the advantage of not being listed. 3 good sized bedrooms; main with ensuite bathroom; separate shower room; modern kitchen/dining room; lounge with log burner; outbuildings; lovely south facing garden; driveway parking.

EPC E; Tax Band C.

Immaculately presented 2 double bedroom attached bungalow. Owned by current vendors since converted in the 80s, it offers beautifully light and spacious accommodation.

Ensuite bedroom; contemporary styled bathroom; large lounge with vaulted ceiling; gas central heating; garage; garden and parking. EPC E; Tax Band E.

Full of character and space, this impressive property is a “new build” – having been completely restored and refurbished and brought upto a high, modern specification.

Large kitchen/dining/living room; utility room; guest wc; large triple aspect lounge with doors out to small balcony; 3 bedrooms; 2 shower rooms; parking, courtyard and electric gate access. Grade II Listed. Tax Band D; EPC C.

GRETTON FIELDS

TWYNING

TEWKESBURY

£450,000

Detached chalet bungalow located within this semi rural location. 3 good sized bedrooms; main with ensuite; modern bathroom; dual aspect lounge; separate dining room; home office; attractive gardens; large 40 ft detached garage/ workshop. EPC D; Tax Band E.

£400,000

Detached 3 bedroom bungalow with private, rear garden.

Located within a cul du sac in this sought after village which benefits from a shop, post office, public houses, community centre and sports facilities; Lounge; separate dining room; kitchen; guest wc; bathroom; garage. Tax Band D; EPC D.

£350,000

Immaculately presented and maintained, the current owners having brought the house up to modern specification, it is a beautiful end terrace property. 3 bedrooms; dual aspect lounge; contemporary dual aspect kitchen/dining room; large utility room; ground floor wc; bathroom; courtyard garden; single garage and parking.Tax Band C; Grade II Listed; EPC D.

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£325,000

TOWN CENTRE

£335,000

NORTHWAY

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£300,000

Beautifully maintained and presented, semi detached home in this popular area of the town. 3 good sized bedrooms; first floor wc; modern bathroom; open plan kitchen/dining room; modern kitchen/breakfast room; utility room; garage store; ample driveway parking; attractive rear garden.

EPC D; Tax Band D.

Pretty dual aspect town centre cottage with the advantage of a private courtyard rear garden, cottage front garden and driveway parking; 3 bedrooms; lounge; kitchen; dining room; utility; guest wc; first floor bathroom. EPC D; Tax Band C.

The stunning presentation of this home is impressive – large modern kitchen/dining room; separate lounge; further reception room/home office; walk in store; guest wc; 3 bedrooms; modern bathroom; driveway parking; modern attractive rear garden with rear gated access; insulated garden room. Tax Band C; EPC C.

ALSTONE

MITTON

SHEPHARD MEAD

£300,000

£290,000

£250,000

A great project/opportunity. Delightful location; semi detached home; kitchen/dining room; lounge; 3 bedrooms; first floor bathroom; outbuilding with wc; good sized garden plot; Situated opposite farmland; Driveway parking; double glazing. EPC E; Tax Band D.

Lovely 2 bedroom semi detached bungalow, lounge, kitchen, bathroom, gas central heating, detached single garage, car port, lovely level rear garden, easy walking distance to convenience shops, public transport and town centre.

EPC D; Tax Band C.

Immaculately presented, modern 2 bedroom bungalow within the grounds of Shepherd Mead over 55s development for the active retired. Unallocated parking; modern electric panel heating; contemporary styled kitchen/breakfast room; lounge/dining room; contemporary shower room. Patio for al fresco dining. EPC C; Tax Band C.

TOWN CENTRE

TOWN CENTRE

TOWN CENTRE

£225,000

Unexpectedly back on the market – a Grade II Listed terraced townhouse offering space and character. 4 bedrooms; 2 bathrooms; 2 separate reception rooms; large kitchen/dining room; utility room; garden; cellar. Tax Band E.

THE MALTINGS

£155,000

Light and spacious, a second floor apartment within this popular development for the over 55s in the heart of the town centre with all amenities on your doorstep.

2 bedrooms; lounge/dining room; modern kitchen; bathroom; excellent communal facilities; 935 year lease.

EPC D; Tax Band B.

£220,000

Beautifully light, this modern duplex apartment is lovely offering spacious and flexible accommodation. Three bedrooms; main bedroom with ensuite; main bathroom; home office; large landing ideal as hobby room; courtyard garden. Grade II Listed; 999 year lease; no monthly maintenance charge. Tax Band B.

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£165,000

Large ground floor apartment with 50% share of Freehold; 2 double bedrooms; lounge/dining room; bathroom; modern kitchen; leasehold garden (peppercorn rent); no monthly maintenance charges; private alleyway access. Gated rear garden access. EPC D; Tax Band B.

SHEPHARD MEAD

£135,000

Beautifully presented throughout, a modern, contemporary styled first floor maisonette. 1 double bedroom with fitted wardrobe; modern shower room with walk in shower; modern fitted kitchen; open plan living room; modern electric panel heating. Tax Band A; EPC D.

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A MODEL FOR A SUSTAINABLE FOOD BUSINESS At The Longhorn Bar & Grill, a hidden gem located just off the M5 and A46 at Teddington Hands, reducing waste and operating in an environmentally responsible way goes far beyond the restaurant’s walls.

‘Family’, is the foundation upon which The Longhorn is built.

Owned by William Gilder, a name familiar to most in Gloucestershire’s farming community, and operated by his wife Deborah, The Longhorn’s very name is taken from the herd of British Longhorn cattle and other native breeds famed for their high fat content and subsequent rich flavour, raised at the Gilders’ own farm at Knightwick, Worcestershire.

The meat from these herds, which are raised outdoors most of the year, is treated in a humidity-controlled setting in their neighbouring farm shop, Teddington Stores, before The Long-

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have gone a long way to providing it. Whilst The Longhorn may have only officially opened in 2023, the restaurant’s reputation is growing, both for the quality of the food served at its tables, constructed from sustainably-sourced wood and, for going that

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The William Gilder Group also treats ‘food waste’ materials at their nearby facility near Toddington, with resulting nutrients returned to the soil for growing the crops and grass that their cattle feed on, so beginning the cycle again.

If there was ever a blueprint for a sustainable approach to running a restaurant or food hall, The Longhorn and Teddington Stores

extra mile in carrying out its responsibilities to the environment by keeping food miles to a minimum.

Championing quality local produce, The Longhorn and Teddington Stores enable their respective customers to enjoy the best that our region has to offer, whilst the wider Group ensures that what is taken from nature is then returned to nature.

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Grange Field Road

£650,000

Carrant Road

£410,000

Hawkmoth Close

£359,995

Four bedroom detached home, boasting stunning views across farmland, in the most desirable village of Bredon. Driveway, with parking for two cars, a double garage, wonderful uninterrupted views across farmland, this property really is worth a view!

If space is what you need, then look no further than this impressive four bedroom semi-detached home in Mitton. Living room, kitchen/dining/conservatory, rear garden, block paved driveway, rear garden which backs onto a field, exceptional family home.

NOW SSTC - three bedroom detached property, an entrance hall, downstairs W.C, living room, kitchen/ dining room, conservatory, south westerly facing garden, summer house with power and lighting, off road parking and a single garage.

Peach Close

York Road

Elmbury Drive

£357,500

£325,000

£295,000

Three bedroom family home situated in a quiet cul-de-sac, on the ever-popular residential area of Walton Cardiff. Spacious living room, with patio doors to the rear garden, Kitchen / Dining room, an en-suite shower room to the principal bedroom, parking and a single garage.

*BRAND NEW TO THE MARKET* Stylish three breedroom semi-detached home. Kitchen/ dining room, living room with log burner, conservatory, rear garden with summer house, off road parking for two or more vehicles. A viewing really is essential to appreciate what the property has to offer.

Situated within a popular area of Newtown sits this beautiful two bedroom, semi-detached home with ample off-road parking, large garden with gated access to the side where the detached garage sits.

This home is one of only a handful built to this design in this popular residential suburb.

Springfield

Graylag Crescent

Canterbury Leys

£295,000

£285,000

£270,000

*NEW TO THE MARKET* This three bedroom family home set in a desirable location comprises a modern kitchen, a partial garage conversion, garage, living room, good sized rear garden with a sheltered wall mounted pergola, fantastic for extending the living space on warm summer evenings.

NOW SSTC – SIMILAR REQUIRED. Contemporary three bedroom end terrace house situated in the heart of Walton Cardiff within easy reach of amenities and the local Primary school.

This extended chalet style bungalow is set just outside Tewkesbury town. three bedrooms, deceptively spacious, master bedroom on the ground floor, two smaller bedrooms are located up one flight of stairs, modern kitchen, low maintenance rear garden, parking.

Wigeon Lane

Fitzhamon Park

North East Terrace

£210,000

*NO ONWARD CHAIN* This FREEHOLD split-level home really is one of a kind. Entrance hall, storage cupboard, downstairs W.C, lounge/dining room, kitchen with built in oven and hob, fridge freezer and dishwasher. two bedrooms with built in wardrobes.

Walton Cardiff.

£200,000

*NO ONWARD CHAIN* two bedroom end of terraced house is situated close to Ashchurch Primary School and easy access to the M5. Spacious lounge/ dining room, kitchen, low maintenance garden with shed.

New carpets and fresh paintwork throughout.

£185,000

*FANTASTIC INVESTMENT OPPURTUNITY* If you would like a project, look no further, this property has the potential to become a great town cottage. Kitchen / Dining Room, living room, three bedrooms, bathroom, enclosed rear courtyard.

Tewkesbury: The Ancient Grudge, 15 High Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5AL. Tel. 01684 275276 Walton Cardiff: 4 Columbine Road, Walton Cardiff, Tewkesbury, GL20 7SP. Tel. 01684 295417 www.tagestateagents.co.uk | info@tagestateagents.co.uk TEWKESBURY DIRECT - 17

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Mince Pies & Trains, Post Christmas 2023 If you’re already planning what to do when Christmas 2023 is over, why not spend the day travelling between Toddington and Cheltenham Race Course Stations on a heritage Steam train From 27th December 2023 to 1st January 2024 inclusive.

Mince pies will be on sale on the trains , Winchcombe ‘Coffee Pot Cafe’, as well as ‘Snacks by Tracks’ refreshment cabin at Cheltenham Race Course Station (subject to availability).

New female stylist comes to Harvey and Co Owner of Tewkesbury’s newest hair salon, Harvey Hutchings welcomes Pip, a stylist for female hair to his Barton Street business.

Pip will be available for appointments, Mondays to Fridays, there is a special introductory offer, 10% will be discounted from the price for first appointments.

To book call 07958 430113.

Since opening last month Harvey, is really pleased with the support shown by his customers, he warmly invites anyone who is looking for a smart look in 2024 to pop in to 67a Barton Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5PX.

OUR PHARMACY IN CHURCH ROAD, BISHOPS CLEEVE IS OPEN EVERY DAY OF THE YEAR We offer a range of services including the new Minor Ailment Service.

We can supply free of charge, subject to criteria, a range of treatments for coughs, colds, eye infection, constipation etc.

Don’t suffer, pop in and see us.

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Northway children create King Charles 111 artwork S ERVIC E

This year, Northway Parish Council organised a Coronation Trail, residents were invited to decorate their houses and gardens to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles 111, the trail included a Royal word, crossword.

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It was felt to be very important to include local children in this community event.

Local school children were asked to think of a word connected to Royal family and Coronation, and decorate that word, in a postcard size drawing.

The response from Carrant Brook Northway infants, the pre school, and family centre was amazing, over 240 pieces of artwork were submitted and were on display at the Community Hub during the Coronation Weekend.

It seemed a shame to pack the artwork away, I suggested to council that we should create a large artwork using the children’s art.

I had meeting with local artist Sam Morris, and we decided to base the whole piece on a drawing of Buckingham Palace drawn by Noah, from Carrant Brook school.

Every piece of art was scanned and included in a graffiti style in the final artwork.

The unveiling took place on Monday 27th November at the Northway Community Hub.

The schools and the Parish Council were represented and Noah helped to unveil the artwork. He was presented with his original artwork in a frame.

Sam Morris, explained the process of putting the artwork together and the children were very excited to see their finished art work.

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TEWKESBURY BLINDS & CURTAINS

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Steaming Mugs, will be coming to Barton Street A brand new Coffee Shop, Steaming Mugs will be opening in Barton Street on the 20th January, it is a joint venture between local lady, Rachel Barber, and Tewkesbury business owner, Liam Jordan.

Evocatively named, Steaming Mugs will be opening daily for both take away, and eat in, food and drink.

Rachel has years of experience, after spending many years working in Tewkesbury pubs and tearooms.

She adds “The coffee shop will be using only locally sourced products from Butchers and Bakeries, and will include, a selection of sandwiches, toasties and jacket potatoes with great fillings, tempting, homemade

cakes and brownies, along with a variety of teas and coffees. I have been working in the ca-

tering industry since I was 16, and I am very excited to start this next chapter”.

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Malvern Flea and Collectors Fair m SUN 21st JAN: The UK’s largest flea fair for pre-loved goods. Up to 250 indoor exhibitors together with more outside (weather determines how many).

Buying or selling you can find salvage, interior design, upcycling, crafting, thrift seeking, collecting covering a wide variety of items.

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1st Choice THE ORANGE PIG – ONCE A PUB LONG-CLOSED PUBS OF TEWKESBURY with Steve Goodchild

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A difficulty in following the history of pubs is that their names change, and sometimes transfer from one property to another. This happened with 122 High Street, which until recently was the Orange Pig, a much-loved children’s clothes shop, but never its name whilst it was a pub!

It isn’t certain when No. 122 gained its beerhouse licence, but that was all it ever had. It never sold spirits; just beer, probably brewed in the brewhouse in Scotts Alley, behind it. The Scott in the alley’s name was Joseph, an ironmonger, who died in 1831.

His shop was at 122, the front house. What it became after his death is

unknown; the first reference to the beerhouse in 1859, when Joseph Cossens was selling it, as an established pub called the ‘Quart Pot’, together with a smith’s shop and two cottages in the alley.

Until 1837 the Quart Pot name had been used for a much more prestigious Inn in Church Street, next to the Methodist Church.

Joseph Cossens was a wine merchant and a partner in the distillery on what is now the Black Bear’s garden. The property took until 1864 to sell. It was now described as the ‘former Quart Pot’, and occupied by Henry Butt as a house.

Daniel Chandler, a maltster, bought it for £160.

It returned to being a

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beerhouse, renamed the Brewer’s Arms, with Samuel Hodges as landlord. Hodges also took

(who was a confectioner with a shop at 130 High Street). It’s role as a beerhouse was ended.

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over the workshop in the alley and installed a kiln for firing clay pipes, to the great annoyance of the neighbours. He kept the Brewers Arms until 1876, when he went bankrupt and his furniture was sold off. The pub was taken over by Henry Jenkins, and after a quiet five years transferred to Samuel Evans.

Samuel Evans’ tenure was short and tempestuous. The pub became the haunt of ‘ladies of ill repute’. Sophia Hawker and Eliza Hampton were convicted of passing a counterfeit sovereign and a few months later Evans was fined £5 for allowing girls of bad character to habitually use his premises. This was the beginning of the end. The pub was up for sale again in October 1882, now in the occupation of Walter Heath

Its licence was withdrawn in 1883 because it had again become a private house. The new owner was Charles Dowswell, a retired hairdresser. Its short life as a pub had ended.

TEWKESBURY ART SOCIETY Gloucestershire artist, Helen Norman will be demonstrating the art of Collage to members of Tewkesbury Art Society on Tuesday, 23rd January, 2024 from 10.15am - 12.15p.m. at The Town Hall, High Street, Tewkesbury.

Visitors welcome, £5 admission.

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Meetings held on the 2nd Monday of each month in the Baptist Hall, Station Road.

Refreshments from 10:00am for a meeting start time of 10.30am. n Monday, January 8th, 2024 The Life and Expeditions of Sir Ernest Shackleton.

Hugh Sharp will talk to us about the life and expeditions of Sir Ernest Shackleton who was on Scott’s voyage of Discovery to the Antarctic 1901- 04 and led three expeditions to that continent. n Monday, February 12th, 2024 Nicola Beebee will talk to us about the history, insights and daily operations of the AIR AMBULANCE. n Monday, March 11th, 2024 ‘Sir George Gilbert Scott – Hero or Villain?’

Tim Bridges will talk about Sir George Gilbert Scott who was responsible for significant changes made to Tewkesbury Abbey in the late 19th century.

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RAMBLING AROUND with Jack B. Walker

ON MALVERN’S LOFTY HEIGHTS The Malvern Hills are one of my favourite spots for a brisk stroll, either on summer evenings or during the shorter days of winter - writes Jack B. Walker. Ideal for blowing away the Christmas cobwebs too!

The Malverns: above British Camp Reservoir

DISTANCE: 2 miles, some steep ascents/descents.

Paths can be slippery PARKING: British Camp pay and display car park on the A449 Malvern to Ledbury road MAP: Sketch map above is not to scale. Use of OS mobile app or Explorer Map 190 recommended.

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This short route over high ground is exhilarating on clearer days, with magnificent views across the vale from the summit of Herefordshire Beacon.

Park in the pay and display car park on the A449 opposite the Malvern Hills Hotel.

Leave by the obvious route from the car park up the hill, forking right to ascend to British Camp’s 2000 year old earthworks (1).

The path climbs over the ramparts to the summit of Herefordshire Beacon (2). To the west the view is towards Welsh hills, with Herefordshire’s famously undulating countryside in between.

Eastwards the panorama stretches from the Lickey Hills in the north to the Cotswolds in the south.

Walk in a southerly direction along the edge of the ramparts until you come to a path (3), which descends to an open space. Here there is a circular orientation

and direction structure which is worth checking out (4). Follow the path as directed to visit the curiosity known as Clutter’s (or Giant’s) Cave. This may once have been used as a shepherd’s shelter, as well as being connected to pagan beliefs. Other stories tell of a hermit living here in medieval times. Who knows?

Retrace your steps to point four and follow the broad track as it skirts the slopes of the hill. As the main track curves around, bear right down a steep grassy path towards the reservoir below (5). If you don’t fancy tackling this descent in winter and prefer to return by a safer, higher route, the track you are on will take you back to the car park.

On reaching the side of the reservoir, bear left, keeping the fence to your right. (6).

When you reach the drive leading to the Reservoir House, turn left (7), and walk up

through the woods.

Eventually the drive

emerges at the lower end of the car park.

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4: From which country does ‘Leerdammer’ cheese originate?

5: What is the longest river in Scotland?

6: Which classic flat horse race, said to be Britain’s richest, takes place at Epsom on the first Saturday of each June?

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Illustrated Talk ‘The Monarch’s Way - Charles II’s amazing escape after the Battle of Worcester’ by Howard Robinson Tewkesbury Library Thurs 11th January at 7.30pm

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TEWKESBURY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Thursday 15th February 2024 Making the Invisible, Visible - the story of Tewkesbury’s 17th century Old Baptist Chapel

by Kirstie Bingham of the John Moore Museum Methodist Church, Tewkesbury Cross at 7.45pm.

Members £2.50, Visitors £4.00. All welcome.

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WHAT’S GREEN ON THE LOCAL SCENE with Cate Cody CATE AND GEORGE RUN A ‘DAYTIME DISCO’ - once a month, next date: Tuesday 16th January, 1-4pm at the Watson Hall.

Dancing encouraged, but only optional if you’d just like to enjoy the music, watch the dancers, or have a chat and a cup of tea! Free event - all welcome. There will be someone to say hello when you arrive, so you can come on your own or with a friend(s).

TEWKESBURY TOADS ON THE ROADS - The Tewkesbury team is now an established Toad Patrol who help amphibians safely cross the bypass to the ponds on the Nature Reserve where they breed.

Contact glos.toads@gmail .com to fill in a form and your details will be sent to Cate who organises the team. We go out on mild, damp evenings at dusk from late January to the end of March.

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There is plenty to do on the reserve, so if you would like to find out more about joining the friendly team of volunteers, send an email to info@tewkesburynaturereserve.org.uk Adva nce notice of a couple of Saturday volunteering sessions in the New Year… 27th January and 24th February. Contact Giles: volunteers@ tewkesburynaturereserve. org.uk WEEKLY JOB CLUB AT PPNP- at PPNP (Priors Park Neighbourhood Project), Gloucestershire Rural Community Council (GRCC), Employment Skills Hub project offering help with: Employment, Education, Training and Volunteer opportunities including Digital Help.

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NET CLUB SUPPORTS TEWKESBURY FOODBANK The local independent NET Club, based at The Exchange in Barton Street, raised £175 for Tewkesbury Food Bank at their pre-Christmas meeting with a Christmas Jumper day and Christmas Quiz.

Gill Downes of Tewkesbury Co-Working, who runs the Networking said: “It’s great to be part of a group of local businesses that are happy to throw themselves into the spirit of Christmas and support such a worthy cause. The NET Club has a strong community feel, most of our members are small business owners and we look forward to getting together to support each other. It seemed fitting that the final meeting of the year was a fun event that also supported local families.”

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HOLIDAY TALK with Stephanie Jepson, Courtney World Travel

Happy New Year Everyone!!

Holidays are definitely back on the agenda for 2024 and after the dark days of the pandemic we in the travel industry are embracing the following ‘peak’ booking months with open arms. 2023 was a bumper year for our industry and we are expecting even better things from 2024, confidence in travel is back! Very few destinations have restrictions or forms now so it is all back to normal – and thank goodness!!

January is traditionally one of the busiest months for holiday bookings and the adverts usually kick off on Boxing Day wetting our appetites and urging us to get booking early.

With low deposits and free child places it is a great time to book – especially if you are a family. Free child places are always limited so it is always better to book early. As demand increases for the summer, prices will only go up.

Plus the earlier you book the longer you have to save up.

I’m predicting that Canada will continue to be one of our top destinations next year. September 2024 is already really busy over there – for me it is one of my favourite places and at that time of year the fall colours are amazing.

Everyone talks about

New England in the fall but Canada is equally stunning.

Cruising saw a huge resurgence in popularity last year. Itineraries and prices are out for 2025

m Stephanie Jepson in Vienna and 2026 already and with low deposits now is the time to get onboard.

The UK is a huge market for the cruise industry and more and more ships are being built

and we are seeing more cruise lines basing ships in the UK. This is great news for people who don’t wish to fly.

The Maldives had a busy 2023 season and it is looking like 2024 will beat expectations. Mauritius also had a great 2023. With prices out and guaranteed for 2025 and 2026 if you have a special birthday or honeymoon or anniversary coming around now is a great time to book and pick up a bargain.

City Breaks and Touring were really popular last year and we have noticed that people want to explore more and immerse themselves in their destination.

I am happy to note that the desire to travel and learn has never been stronger and I wish you happy travels, wherever you end up. Travelling is great for the soul.

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“BEHIND THE IRON CURTAIN”

- SHOW & TELL EVENING FOR SEVERN UNIT Tewkesbury based Severn Unit of the Maritime Volunteer Service is continuing with the current season of their popular “Show and Tell Evenings” when Unit members have the opportunity to bring interesting items to Unit night and explain all about them.

Head of Unit Nic Price said “ Severn Unit member Guy Brady was the speaker during December and he brought along a most interesting array of memorabilia and photographs concerning his late Father Major Tony Brady who died in 2014. Major Brady served in the Irish Guards as a sniper in the Second World War then served in Korea and Cyprus and in Brixmis during the Cold War years.

Brixmis was a military liaison mission which

operated behind the Iron Curtain in East Germany and Guy recalled what life was like for him and his two older Brothers living there with their parents during that time.

The talk gave a fascinating insight into his Father’s experiences during that period and then afterwards how he became an archivist for the Irish Guards and made friends with a former enemy General Von Rosen who was able to provide a valuable

insight into German records from that time.

Among other awards Major Brady was proud to be given the Legion d’Honneur which is the highest French Order of Merit to be awarded and Guy brought this along for members to see.

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18 months or so ago Priors Park Community Project contacted Northway Parish Council to let them know that they had been receiving more and more membership requests from Northway residents to join their community food pantry.

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Priors Park Pantry met with Northway Parish Council to explore an option to open a Community Pantry within Northway. A community pantry is a food club where members pay a small fee each week in return for at least 10 items of ‘restockable’ groceries plus fresh veg, fruit, bread, milk etc. Unlike a food bank,

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Some of the Parish Councillors visited the pantry at Priors Park and were really impressed with the set up and es-

sential service this provided. The Parish Council cannot run such an operation themselves but felt that maybe volunteers would come forward who could. A group of local residents answered the call and with great support from the Priors Park Pantry and Feeding Gloucestershire, a Steering Committee was put together, trustees appointed and a treasurer found. Another group of volunteers came forward to run the Pantry. All the

volunteers live within Northway.

But the big question remained - was there really a need within Northway. If a Pantry was started would there be enough of a take up?

The cost of living crises has impacted everyone with rising fuel costs, mortgages, rent and the cost of food is at an all time high and we knew Priors Park Pantry had requests from Northway residents but would the investment needed to set up and sustain a food pantry be justified? The volunteers met with local schools, churches and community groups to see just how bad things were. The criteria was any family who were on a low income and struggling with food insecurity. From those initial meetings eight families came forward to request membership - and many more potential members were identified. The project decided to push ahead.

But the pressing problem now was where to house the pantry. There was no suitable space within the Community Hub or local church so the Parish Council offered to house a new building within the Community Hub grounds if funding could be found to purchase the building.

The Parish Council provided £5,000 towards

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the cost, Infinity Ltd, a local business donated £2,000 and Cotteswold Dairy donated £500.

Johnson’s Garden Rooms, based at the back of Dobbies Garden Centre were approached and they kindly generously provided a large donation to enable the purchase and installation of a garden room.

Te w k e s b u r y Borough Council awarded a £5,000 grant to kit out the new pantry.

This has enabled the purchase of a fridge, freezer, shelving, storage and equipment as well as suitable hygiene training for the volunteers, insurance, sum up payment system and some start up stock.

Local Businesses have helped as well with Bolt Electrical doing the com-

plete electrical installation free of charge and Tewkesbury Blinds will provide the door blinds

free. Local residents, schools and Northway Community Volunteers have also donated stock.

Local supermarkets have been asked to support and Morrisons and the Spar shop at Bredon have all promised to donate surplus food.

Cotteswold Dairy will donate milk. We hope more will pledge to donate as the project launches.

Thanks to an amazing community effort Northway Pantry is almost ready to officially launch. 7 families have already received some donations. We are hoping to be fully up and running before Christmas with the aim of helping 20 local families. The Pantry will be open two days a week to begin with. Thanks to everyone for showing such community spirit and making this happen.

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Wednesday 6th December saw the first ever meeting of Tewkesbury Book Club. The official launch night was attended by over 30 enthusiastic book lovers and hosted by Sophie Berrill and Laura Pearson, the creators of the book club.

Following a post on Tewkesbury Open Noticeboard by a local resident looking to join a book club, Sophie and Laura couldn’t help but spot there was a need for

Tewkesbury has a brand new book club! a new club and on the very same day had created and opened a Facebook page.

Incredibly, within 72 hours they had over 150 members! This proved a difficult task to find a venue, date and time that would suit as many new members as possible. A task they completed with success.

The launch night had

Bristol Author, Antony Curtis, give a fascinating and inspirational talk on his life growing up in Knowle West, life challenges and experiences, writing and his journey to becoming an author.

Antony opened the honest talk stating he didn’t read his first book until he was in his 20’s! Book

club members all received a signed copy of Antony’s first ever published book The Black Path, donated by him to be the first book for the club to read and discuss.

Antony’s talk was so enjoyed by the members that he has been asked to join them again in the future, especially after he mentioned he will be writing a book based in Tewkesbury in the next couple of years!

Sophie and Laura closed the evening by expressing that the book club is for everyone.

With such a large growing number of members they are keen for the group to help find venues, host events and decide genres.

Books can also be recommended and discussed on the social media platform therefore

members can discuss books without even attending the meetings making Tewkesbury Book Club accessible to all.

If you wish to join Tewkesbury Book Club,

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If you wish to find out more about the author Antony Curtis and listen to interviews, join his mailing list and buy books, please check out his website www.antony-curtis.com

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We will buy your Car, SUV or Van Great market value, immediate payment, finance settled and no charges.

Call Tim or Rikki for your valuation.

Come and check our great cars and vans online, better still, see them today… just minutes from Tewkesbury town centre, over 50 quality vehicles, on display, waiting to drive away, from £1,000 to £10,000. www.glevu m cars.com Hoo

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BIG LOCAL NIGHT OUT AT ROSES THEATRE: A SPECTACULAR EVENING OF LOCAL TALENT! Get ready for a night filled with laughter, music, and dazzling performances at the “Big Local Night Out” at Roses Theatre on Friday, 2nd February at 7:30 pm!

Hosted by Local Comedy Maestro - Tom Elliot! The laughter will be non-stop as the charming and witty local comedian, Tom Elliot, takes the stage to guide us through an unforgettable evening of entertainment.

Special Guest: Joaquin Pedro Valdes - West End Sensation!

Prepare to be mesmerized by the incredible talents of Joaquin Pedro Valdes, fresh from his West End debut in “Heathers The Musical.” Having graced the stages of “The King and I” and “The Lion King,”

Joaquin is set to deliver a show-stopping performance that will leave you in awe!

Local Young Stars Shine! Brace yourself for a stellar showcase featuring a group of young singers from Tirlebrook Primary School and Queen Margaret Primary School, a lively performance from the Amy Baston School of Dance, and a budding solo performer from All Saints Academy in Cheltenham.

An Evening Packed with Variety! From soulful tunes to energetic dance numbers, this evening promises to be

a delightful mix of performances that cater to all tastes. The stage will be alive with the vibrant spirit of the community, showcasing the incredible talent that resides right here in Tewkesbury.

Mark Your Calendars! Don’t miss out on what guarantees to be an amazing evening of entertainment, community spirit, and pure fun!

Join us at Roses Theatre on Friday, 2nd February at 7:30 pm for the “Big Local Night Out” – an

event brought to you by Priors Park Community Church. Tickets are selling fast, so grab yours now for an unforgettable night of laughter, music, and talent!

Ticket Information: www.rosestheatre.org/ events/the-big-localnight-out Let’s come together as a community and celebrate the richness of local talent at the “Big Local Night Out.” See you there for a night you won’t soon forget!

Andy Fogden, Super Fundraiser for the RNLI Newtown resident, Andy Fogden has been supporting the RNLI for 42 years, raising a staggering £46,662 through sales, on behalf of the Charity.

Andy’s interest started when he lived in Chichester and followed the rescues of the local lifeboat, and he decided to join the local committee, when he moved to Tewkesbury in 1984.

During his time as Souvenir Secretary, initially with the Tewkesbury Branch and then from 2015 for the Cheltenham and Tewkesbury Branch, he achieved sales to the value of £46,662.

He organised a series of Street and Store Collections during his involvement with both Branches.

He first participated in the RNLI’s new Betty’s 5p Pots campaign from November 2019 and, to date, has raised £1,144.

He hopes to continue with this involvement.

Andy, also a volunteer on the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway, has received recognition from the RNLI for his efforts and has been awarded, the Long Service Award and the Bar to the Gold Badge amongst many others.

We wish him well.

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“BEHIND THE IRON CURTAIN” - SHOW & TELL EVENING FOR SEVERN UNIT www.severnpointautomotive.co.uk

SEVERN POINT AUTOMOTIVE All makes servicing and repairs for Cars, Vans and 4x4’s Electric Vehicle and Hybrid specialists Collection, Delivery and Courtesy Cars Available.

Audi BMW Citroen Fiat Ford Honda Hyundai Jaguar Kia Land Rover Lexus Mazda Mercedes Mini Mitsubishi Nissan Peugeot Porsche Renault SEAT Skoda Subaru Toyota VW

OIL SERVICE INTERIM SERVICE MAJOR SERVICE

from £99.00 from £139.00 from £189.00

MOT £45.00 CAMBELTS from £199.00 DIAGNOSTIC CHECK £49.00

Mon - Fri: 8:00am - 18:00pm / Saturday: 8:00am - 12:00pm / Sunday: Closed

T: 01684 322898 E: contact@sp-auto.co.uk

Unit 3, Oakfield Close, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire GL20 8PF

Tewkesbury based Severn Unit of the Maritime Volunteer Service is continuing with the current season of their popular “Show and Tell Evenings” when Unit members have the opportunity to bring interesting items to Unit night and explain all about them.

Head of Unit Nic Price said “Severn Unit member Guy Brady was the speaker during December and he brought along a most interesting array of memorabilia and photographs concerning his late Father Major Tony Brady who died in 2014. Major Brady served in the Irish Guards as a sniper in the Second World War then served in Korea and Cyprus and in Brixmis during the Cold War years.

Brixmis was a military liaison mission which operated behind the Iron Curtain in East

Germany and Guy recalled what life was like for him and his two older Brothers living there with their parents during that time. The talk gave a fascinating insight into his Father’s experiences during that period and then afterwards how he became an archivist for the Irish Guards and made friends with a former enemy General Von Rosen who was able to provide a valuable insight into German records from that time.

Among other awards Major Brady was

proud to be given the Legion d Honneur which is the highest French Order of Merit to be awarded and Guy brought this along for members to see. He also produced a section of a German Tiger tank track his Father had recovered from a field in France.

It was a very special and memorable evening”.

Pictured is Guy Brady with other members of Severn Unit and the interesting array of memorabilia concerning his late Father Major Tony Brady.

ELECTRIC VEHICLE SERVICING At Severn Point Automotive, we offer car servicing and repairs for petrol, diesel, hybrid and electric vehicles. An electric car service, also known as EV servicing, is a thorough inspection of your vehicle to ensure it’s performing at its best.

We can provide EV servicing and repairs for all makes and models including: ▪ Tesla ▪ Volkswagen ID.3 ▪ Audi E-Tron ▪ Electric Mini ▪ Vauxhall Corsa-E

▪ Kia E-Nero ▪ Nissan Leaf ▪ Hyundai Kona Electric ▪ Renault Zoe ▪ MG ZS EV

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How about an inspiring Motorhome break this year?

PRECISION SCREWDRIVER SET

£4.49

(inc. VAT)

50 MTR .50 4-GANG 230V (inc. VAT) EXTENSION REEL

£43

There are so many inspiring destinations that you could visit in 2024, made easy with a motorhome or Camper Holiday.

M5 Leisure, a leading Motorhome hire centre based in Cheltenham have some suggestions to get you thinking.

Here are some destination ideas:

• Summer Olympics in Paris

MINI WIRE BRUSH SET

£2.99

(inc. VAT)

SECURITY SCREWDRIVER BIT AND DRIVER SET

£9.99

(inc. VAT)

With several central campsites in Paris at very affordable prices, why not soak up the atmosphere and enjoy this wonderful city during July.

• Euro Disney Paris

Take the kids for a Disney Adventure, with Motorhomes allowed to stay in the Disney car parks overnight, you can save the cost of expensive hotels.

• Euros in Germany

Dairy Way, Northway Lane, Tewkesbury GL20 8JG

Tel (01684) 298786 www.cotswoldengineeringsupplies.co.uk

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Do you have tickets for the Euros in Germany this Summer? Why not consider a road trip with friends and be part of this huge sporting Event.

Or perhaps why not take an opportunity to discover parts of

Britain you may never have explored before: • Scotland’s North Coast 500 • Wales, Brecon Beacons, The Gower • Hampshire & Dorset • Devon & Cornwall For existing Motorhome owners, M5 Leisure have excellent

service and repair facilities, to get your home ready for the adventures ahead For that special getaway visit the website www.m5leisure.co.uk or call 01242 373373.

M5 Leisure, Hayden Road, Cheltenham GL51 OSN

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BUILDING SERVICES

BATHROOMS

• Plastering and Rendering • Carpentry • Tiling • Roofing • Renovations • Kitchens • Refurbishments • Bathrooms and Showers • Disability Bathrooms/Wetrooms • New Builds and Extensions • General Building • Property Maintenance Unit 8 Homedowns Business Park Homedowns, Tewkesbury GL20 7BQ Email: leigh.smallshaw@talktalk.net

BLINDS & CURTAINS

Tel: 01684 294031 Mobile: 07713 162577 www.jlsmallshaw.co.uk To advertise here in

CONSULT THE EXPERTS

New - Curtains NEW RANGE NOW AVAILABLE

Property Maintenance Domestic and Commercial Over 30 years experience, all types of renovation, restoration and new work. email: markanthonycontracts@icloud.com

please call 01242 621346 or email tewkesburydirect@googlemail.com or visit our website for more information www.tewkesburydirect.co.uk

CARPENTRY

07963 311157 or 01684 299912

Conservatory Blinds PLUS• Vertical • Roller • Roman

• Venetian • Wooden MEASURED AND FITTED FREE Full range of Velux blinds

HARTELL NB CONSTRUCTION Block Paving / Driveways / Patios / Fencing / Civil Engineering / Garden Maintenance / Groundworks MAPLEDENE, FIDDINGTON, TEWKESBURY, GLOS, GL20 7BJ TELEPHONE: 01684 292592 MOBILES: 07768 696639 / 07836 781922 Email: info@hartell.co.uk

TEWKESBURY BLINDS & CURTAINS

Carpentry, Joinery & Property Maintenance Tewkesbury based - Established over 10 years Kitchens, Second fix, decking, doors, balustrades, skirting boards, architrave, flooring, window repairs All Property maintenance considered Paul V. Harvey Tel: 01684 275195 or 07866 900 637 Find me on Facebook

We supply and fit uPVC and Aluminium

WINDOWS, DOORS CONSERVATORIES and ROOF LANTERNS in a range of styles and colours Firestone Rubber Roofing and Firestone Liquid 500 System Installers Lifespan of 50 years 20 Year Guarantee

• PERFECT FIT BLINDS • ROLLER • PLEATED • VENETIAN • VERTICAL • WOODSLAT • DUO • ROMAN • SMART RISE • SMART CORD • ELECTRIC

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www.tewkesburyblinds.co.uk • FREE FITTING • FREE MEASURING

HANDCRAFTED FAUXWOOD SHUTTERS DOMESTIC

COMMERCIAL

All aspects of first and second fit carpentry

Mythe Construction - for all aspects of

• Kitchen fitting • Window and door installations • Fitted wardrobes • Flooring • Home renovations Friendly, local and reliable service Over 10 years experience • Free quotations

PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT DESIGN AND BUILD

Call James on 07496 686470

Firestone rubber roofing flexes and lasts under all conditions - the durable alternative to felt

NEW BUILDS • EXTENSIONS ROOFING • RESTORATION KITCHEN FITTING • MAINTENANCE Mythe Construction Limited Mythe Crest, Mythe Road Tewkesbury GL20 6EB

Tel/Fax: 01684 290707 Mobile: 07826 948909

or email bowerscarpentry@gmail.com

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CLEANING SERVICES

DRAINAGE

Taking care of your premises since 1986

• Domestic/commercial blockages • Waste pipe unblocking • CCTV inspection/surveys • Environmental surveys • Drain installation, maintenance and repair • Septic tank installation and repair • Now NRSWA qualified

Office cleaning Window cleaning High level gutter cleaning Environmental cleaning Ducting Washroom services Graffiti removal Carpet and upholstery cleaning Commercial kitchen cleaning Specialist cleaning chemicals and supplies Hard floor restoration specialists Croft Farm, Bredon’s Hardwick, Tewkesbury GL20 7EE

Call 01684 773254 www.cwgroup.co.uk info@cwgroup.co.uk

COMPUTER SERVICES

GARDENING & LANDSCAPING

24 Hour Emergency Call Out Based in Bredon

Tel: 01684 438260 Email: williamrosedrains@outlook.com

ELECTRICAL SERVICES

Hedge Trimming Hedge Removal & Planting Small Tree Work Prune or Fell Family Business based in Walton Cardiff Established 1995 • Fully Insured

t 07770 685662 e taz26@me.com HOUSE CLEARANCE & REMOVALS

PAINTING & DECORATING Domestics, Commercial • Inspection and Testing Kitchens, Bathrooms Outdoor Lighting and Power

Jack Slatter 07532 400080

FLATPACK FURNITURE ASSEMBLY

FLATPAK-JAK Flat Pack Furniture Assembly From as little as

TILING & DECORATING

£25.00

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We assemble furniture from top suppliers: Wayfair, Argos, IKEA, Habitat and many other retailers

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Find us on Facebook

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Covering all aspects of Painting and Decorating Services Including: • Residential/Commercial and Lettings• Internal/Exterior • Wallpapering • Wallpaper and Paint Stripping • Damp Inspections and Treatments • Helping Hands Service • Property Snagging Inspections Contact: Dan Bunt • 07410 114066 • walltofloor.com

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PAINTING & DECORATING

PLUMBING & HEATING

PAINTING • DECORATING PLASTERING

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

• 24 Hour Assistance • General Repairs • Maintenance • Minor Development Work Undertaken

07919 121 568 enquiries.cuttingin@gmail.com

Electrical - Carpentry - Plumbing “Flexibility Is Our Strength”

PLASTERING

DEDICATED PLASTERING PROFESSIONALS

• Plastering • Screeding • Ceilings • Partitions • Building Alterations • Rendering • Drywall etc • External Coatings • Free Quotes

01905 453417 or

07889 200177

www ajbplastering.co.uk

To advertise call 01242 621346 email tewkesburydirect@googlemail.com or visit www.tewkesburydirect.co.uk

TRADITIONAL PLASTERER 20 years experience Clean, tidy, reliable service All aspects of plastering and associated works undertaken For friendly and honest advice on your requirements Call Chris on 07970 883641

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

REGIONAL EVENTS

UTILITA ARENA, BIRMINGHAM

THE COURTYARD, HEREFORD

19-21JAN STRICTLY COME DANCING - THE LIVE TOUR 24 JAN DEPECHE MODE 27 & 28 JAN BRITISH BASKETBALL TROPHY FINALS www.utilitaarenabham.co.uk

UNTIL 6 JAN DICK WHITTINGTON 10 JAN THE BROTHERS GILLESPIE 11-12 JAN RHOD GILBERT & THE GIANT GRAPEFRUIT 18 JAN CONFESSIONS OF SWEENEY TODD 30-31 JAN BARD AT THE YARD www.courtyard.org.uk

NEC BIRMINGHAM 11-14 JAN AUTOSPORT INTERNATIONAL SHOW 20-21 JAN THE NATIONAL RUNNING SHOW 13-18 FEB THE CARAVAN & MOTORHOME SHOW www.thenec.co.uk

CHELTENHAM TOWN HALL

PLUMBING & HEATING

18-20 JAN ROBINSON CRUSOE & THE PIRATES 17 FEB WHAT’S WRONG WITH BENNY HILL? www.themarkettheatre.com

6 JAN CHELTENHAM TRAVEL FESTIVAL 18 JAN STEPHEN K AMOS: OXYMORON 19 JAN DISCOS FOR GROWN UPS 21 JAN GLOS MUSIC WINTER SHOWCASE 26 JAN ROMESH RANGANATHAN 28 JAN TOM DAVIS: UNDERDOG www.cheltenhamtownhall.org.uk

MALVERN THEATRES

EVERYMAN, CHELTENHAM

No.8 ARTS CENTRE, PERSHORE

UNTIL 7 JAN MOTHER GOOSE 11 JAN RADIO GAGA 12 JAN WHITNEY: QUEEN OF THE NIGHT 18-20 JAN DAVID SUCHET: POIROT AND MORE 22-24 JAN STEWART LEE: BASIC LEE www.everymantheatre.org.uk

FROM 11 JAN OPEN EXHIBITION 4 JAN-7 FEB TESSA DIXON: COLOUR, TEXTURE, STITCH www.number8.org

PLAYHOUSE, CHELTENHAM Heating Systems. Boiler Replacements. LPG. Oil. Breakdowns. Servicing. Unvented.

General Plumbing. Bathrooms.

Under Floor Heating. Power Flushing.

MARKET THEATRE, LEDBURY

10 JAN THE WOOD WITHOUT THE TOWN 11-13 JAN FRANKENSTEIN 21 JAN DAVID POWELL & ROBERT A SMITH www.cheltplayhouse.org.uk

UNTIL 7 JAN CINDERELLA 11 JAN ONE NIGHT IN DUBLIN 16-20 JAN NOISES OFF 23-27 JAN BLOOD BROTHERS 10 FEB RED SKY AT SUNRISE www.malvern-theatres.co.uk

RSC STRATFORD-UPON-AVON UNTIL 7 JAN THE BOX OF DELIGHTS UNTIL 14 JAN THE FAIR MAID OF THE WEST 24 JAN-10 FEB THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 30 JAN-30 MARCH A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM www.rsc.org.uk

SUBSCRIPTION ROOMS, STROUD

BACON THEATRE, CHELTENHAM

UNTIL 6 JAN SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS thesubrooms.co.uk

Over 20 years experience in the trade including working as a Service Engineer for TOP boiler manufacturing company Worcester Bosch

11 JAN THE REAL MANHUNTER LIVE 23 JAN APOLLO FIVE www.bacontheatre.co.uk

WARWICK ARTS CENTRE

Up to 12 Years Guarantee on selected boilers Full Public Liability Insurance Gas Safe and Oftec Registered

THE HENRICIAN, EVESHAM

01684 291622 • 07786 442500 www.mikespearingheating.co.uk

18-21 JAN ALADDIN www.henrician.org

GUILDHALL, GLOUCESTER 18 JAN THE GUITAR ICONS SHOW 26-28 JAN GLOUCESTER CAJUN & ZYDECO FESTIVAL www.gloucesterguildhall.co.uk

6 JAN NYO ASCENT UNTIL 7 JAN DICK WHITTINGTON 27 JAN THE JOHN MARTYN PROJECT www.warwickartscentre.co.uk

SWAN THEATRE, WORCESTER UNTIL 7 JAN JACK & THE BEANSTALK 18 JAN GARETH GATES: THE BEST OF FRANKIE VALLI 25 JAN-4 FEB RAPUNZEL www.worcestertheatres.co.uk TEWKESBURY DIRECT - 49

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ROOFING SPECIALISING IN FLAT & PITCHED ROOFS

Premier Roofing Services

EPDM RUBBER & GRP FIBREGLASS All work completed with a 20 or 25 year Guarantee

FASCIAS & GUTTERING CHIMNEY REPOINTING ROOF MAINTENANCE

FREE QUOTATIONS

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

Mobile: 07776 003678 Email: sd.roofing@outlook.com To advertise call 01242 621346 or visit www.tewkesburydirect.co.uk ROOFING

Office:

We offer a comprehensive project timeline from start to finish and guarantee a competitive price

Providing roofing solutions across Gloucestershire.

Contact us for free no-obligation advice and quotations

(01684) 491802 07707 656487

SEWING,TAILORING & REPAIRS

Mobile: Email: enquires.prs@gmail.com

Service and Repair on all makes and models

01684 273667 07903 414735 leandaroberts@hotmail.com

Est. 1976

TREE PRUNING & SURGERY

All aspects of tree work - felling/removal, crown reduction, crown lift, pruning, site clearance Stump grinding (pedestrian access - machine is small enough to fit through regular pedestrian gate) Hedge work - trimming, reduction, removal Fencing installed Fully qualified and insured • Free quotations • Est. 2007 Chris.radbourne@hotmail.co.uk www.chrisradbourne.co.uk

Call 01684 299378

MATT HALE TREE SURGERY 01452 780831/07884 380406 www.matthaletreesurgery.co.uk

See our main advert on page 2

WASHING MACHINE REPAIRS

MIKE PHILLIPS Tel: 0774 706 2108 / 01684 561521 michealphillips@btinternet.com 14 Kingshill Close, Malvern WR14 2BP

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OUT AND ABOUT IN JANUARY compiled by Jack B. Walker COLESBOURNE SNOWDROP OPEN DAYS: Every Saturday and Sunday from the end of January, 1pm to 4pm. The gardens close at 4.30pm.

Colesbourne Gardens, Colesbourne, Cheltenham GL53 9NP. Around 10 acres of formal snowdrop walks around the house and lake. Widely recognised as one of the finest places in England to see carpets of snowdrops. Advance booking is not essential. See website for updates: colesbournegardens.org,uk

THE FESTIVE SEASON AT CROOME: range of events in and around Croome Court & Park until 5th January. Rooms decorated with Christmas Trees, Workshops, Choirs, Family trail around Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown’s celebrated landscape parkland. Full details and opening times on the website nationaltrust.org.uk THE ENCHANTED GARDEN BY NIGHT: Until Sat 6th January 2024 (on selected evenings).

Painswick Rococo Garden, GL6 6TH. Delightful 18th century gardens with illuminated willow sculptures and surprises around every corner. Famous also for its display of Snowdrops. Booking essential - see website for details from rococogarden.org.uk WINTER FAMILY TRAIL AT WESTONBIRT: Until 29th February. National Arboretum, Westonbirt, Tetbury GL8 8QS. am-4.30pm. Find out more about the plants and wildlife in winter time with this family-friendly nature trail. Advance tickets available online from forestryengland.uk/westonbirt BIRD PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR: Until 21st January, 2024. Tues-Sun 10am-5pm.

Nature In Art, on the A38, Twigworth (GL2 9PG).

Photographers from all over the world entered over 20,000 images in various categories. View a selection of the wining shots in the adult competition.

More details from www.natureinart.org.uk ICE SKATING IN CHELTENHAM: Until Monday 1st January. All-weather skating rink in Imperial Gardens, behind the Town Hall. Tickets from visitcheltenham.com AN EVENING WITH THE SWANS: Friday and Saturday evenings in January 2024, 3.30-7pm. Wildlife & Wetlands Trust, Slimbridge, GL2 7BT. Watch the wild swans, ducks and geese from a heated observatory as they are fed on a floodlit lake. Advance booking essential. Dinner included. Details www.wwt.org.uk

The Lion in Winter: Cotswold Wildlife Park, Jan 2023

COTSWOLD WILDLIFE PARK: Bradwell Grove, Burford OX18 4JP. Open every day from 10am until 6pm (last admission 4pm). Park sometimes closes in bad weather - check website before travelling. Opened over fifty years ago, Cotswold Wildlife Park is now one of the UK’s largest zoological collections set in the beautiful gardens and grounds of Bradwell Grove, near Burford.

A wonderful spot to discover and learn about the beauty of the natural world through many enclosures, lakes, hot houses, aquarium, vivaria and even a woodland walk with wolves! For more details visit www.cotswoldwildlifepark.co.uk BATSFORD ARBORETUM: Off the A44, near Moreton-in-Marsh, GL56 9AT. Please see website for opening hour as the arboretum sometimes closes in adverse weather for health and safety reasons. Home to a unique collection of beautiful and rare trees, shrubs and bamboo. early colour from snowdrops, followed by spring-flowering bulbs and superb Japanese flowering cherries.

Walks, restaurant, gift shop and garden centre.

Details www.batsarb.co.uk

FOREST OF DEAN SCULPTURE TRAIL: Beechenhurst, GL16 7EL. Can be muddy and wet: suitable footwear and waterproofs recommended!

Established 1986, the year-round trail offers a variety of routes through glorious woodland, linking exhibited contemporary and permanent sculptures amongst the trees. Free admission, but there is a parking charge at Beechenhurst Visitor Centre, where the trails begin. Café and other facilities.

Mobile signal is patchy in the Forest, so download a map from www.forestofdean-sculpture.org.uk before setting off.

MUSEUM IN THE PARK & SNOWDROPS: Re-opening Saturday 27th January for Snowdrop weekends, Saturday and Sunday 11am to 4.30pm.

Stratford Park, Stroud GL5 4AF. Gardens and fascinating museum containing over 4000 objects associated with the people and landscape of the Stroud Valleys. Free entry. Details museuminthepark.org.uk CORINIUM MUSEUM, CIRENCESTER: Open Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 24pm. Park Street, Cirencester GL7 2BX. Museum in the heart of Cirencester housing significant finds from the Roman town of Corinium, plus galleries with thousands of objects from prehistoric tools, through Anglo Saxon grave goods to Medieval sculpture. Full details on the website coriniummuseum.org BROADWAY TOWER COUNTRY PARK: Open daily, 11am-4pm. 200 acre parkland with museum, café and shop. Breathtaking lofty views.

WR12 7LB. Details broadwaytower.co.uk

WEBSITE DESIGN

STOVES & CHIMNEYS

IS YOUR CHIMNEY SAFE? DOES IT LEAK? DOES IT NEED RE-BUILDING, RE-POINTING, REDUCING, CAPPING, COWLINGS, BIRDGUARDS, FLASHING REPAIRED/RENEWED FIREPLACE RESTORATION, ROOF REPAIRS EXTERNAL DECORATION UNDERTAKEN

Ring THE CHIMNEY MAN now FULLY INSURED - C.I.T.B REGISTERED

01684 273538 Mobile 07801 700254

To advertise call 01242 621346 email tewkesburydirect@googlemail.com or visit our website www.tewkesburydirect.co.uk

WINDOWS & GLAZING SERVICES

Chimney Sweep/Stove Liner Installer • No Mess • No Dust • No Fuss • Fully insured • Bird Cowls Fitted • Certificate Issued • Rotary Power Sweeping • Traditional Sweeping • Smoke Test Every Sweep

Stoves Serviced and Repaired Carbon Monoxide Alarms Fitted

h 01684 296078 m 07718 605677 e ajschimneyservices@gmail.com

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

Tel: 01684 591138 24 Hour: 07974 783472 The Workshop, 69a Old Street, Upton upon Severn, Worcs. WR8 0HN

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Cuts • Trims • Fades • Crew Cuts • Buzz Cuts and refreshing washes New All Female Hairdressing

by Pip, using Opalex products.

10% off first visit. Bookings 07958 430113

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Walk-ins, or book an appointment on Facebook Open: Mon-Fri 10am-6pm, Sat 9am-2pm

07943 559091 67a Barton Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5PX

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WINTER MOTORING SERVICING and MOTs

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TYRES, EXHAUSTS & BRAKES including FREE tyre and brake checks

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CAR REPAIRS and fault diagnostics AIR-CONDITIONING Re-gassing

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FREE Winter Motoring Checks FREE Courtesy Car or Collection & Delivery

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01684 296999 www.twyninggarage.co.uk email: enquiries@twyninggarage.co.uk

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Main A38, Shuthonger, Tewkesbury GL20 6EH

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in Tewkesbury & District LITTLE SHOPPERS BABY & CHILDRENS MARKET: Saturday 27th January, 2.00pm4.00pm. Wheatpieces Community Centre, Columbine Road, Tewkesbury GL20 7SP. Quality nearly-new sale selling baby and children’s clothes, toys and equipment. Lots of stalls bursting with top quality pre-loved baby and children’s items from birth to eight years old.

Stalls also available for hire from £13: email info@littleshoppers.co.uk Facebook:littleshoppers babyandchildrensmarket GAIA AT TEWKESBURY ABBEY: Friday 2nd-Tuesday 20th February, 9.00am4.00pm. Seven metres in diameter and internally lit, Gaia is a 120dpi three dimensional NASA floating image of the Earth’s surface.The exhibition comes into its own as darkness falls giving a profound sense of what it is like to see the Earth from space. BAFTA award-winning composer Dan Jones’ specially written music plays alongside the exhibition.

In Greek mythology, Gaia is the personification of the earth.

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