Tewkesbury Direct Magazine July 2017 by Tewkesbury Direct Magazine

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LONDON AND TEWKESBURY UNITED The good people of Tewkesbury have come together to help victims of last month’s devastating fire at the Grenfell Tower in London.

A special fund raising and ‘London event United Tewkesbury Together’ was held at the Fleet Inn, Twyning Lizzie month. last Cunningham, the pub’s manager, organised the evening together with villager Julie Irwin, and from Darling Julie Tewkesbury Hand Car Wash. The event started at 6pm with a barbecue and live music, followed

by a raffle and a charity auction of promises with some incredible prizes donated by local businesses and residents. There was also a candlelit vigil and one in silence minute’s remembrance of the victims of the fire. Money raised on the evening will go to funds assisting residents and families affected by the tragedy.

Donations from Tewkesbury arrive in Middlesex

Thanks to our community Tewkesbury businesswoman Emma Hasa and her husband Jay rallied in support of victims of the Grenfell Tower tragedy. With the help of plumber Luke Cove, they travelled to London with a van full of clothing and other goods donated by people from Tewkesbury. “We went to the tower to help, and took the donations to Hayes where they will be stored by local assistance teams for re-distribution, “ said Emma. “We were overwhelmed by local support, and thanks to Luke who volunteered with his transport, we were able to make the journey. We filled the van to the top - and just want to thank everyone so much for their donations. It's nice to see a community come together like this.” Julie Darling,Lizzie Cunningham and Julie Owens

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Jackie Dean (left) with young apprentice Jess Smith at her Barton Street shop (Photo: Jack Boskett)

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Former Tewkesbury School pupil, Jess Smith has secured herself an apprenticeship at Bluebell Wood Florist shop in Barton Street, writes Shelby Powell.

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The creative 17 year old has always shared a love of flowers with her granddad, and before she landed her new role with Jackie Dean, she spent her spare time helping Jackie with her Kids Flower Club. “I really enjoy working in the shop, meeting new people and seeing happy faces when they receive their flowers. “The apprenticeship means that I'm learning something new everyday and putting it straight into practice,” said Jess. Having Jess at the shop has brought many benefits for Jackie's cus-

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tomers, not only having an additional friendly and knowledgeable member of staff on board to provide advice is helpful, but it also means the shop has been able to expand its services. The latest service is the Bluebell Wood Bouquet nationwide delivery service, which means you can order flowers in person, on the telephone or on the website for delivery anywhere in the UK. The service works just like interflora, but with the added benefits that your bouquet is bespoke, and the pricing is more competitive saving you money and providing a beautiful unique gift at the same time. Pop in for more details, ring Jackie on 07769 344080 or visit www.bluebellwoodflorist.com

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RAILWAY HALT RE-OPENS AFTER SIX DECADES The driving rain didn’t dampen spirits as Lord Wemyss, from nearby Stanway House, opened Hayles Abbey Halt on the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway last month. Lord Wemyss is a patron of the railway. The Halt (spelled Hayles by the Great Western Railway) opened in 1928 to coincide with the opening of a museum at the nearby Cistercian Hailes Abbey, but was closed by British Railways in 1960, when local passenger train services were withdrawn. The re-opening of the Halt coincides with the launch of a new museum at the abbey which, is run by English Heritage and owned by the National Trust. The project was completed thanks to a £12,000 grant from the charitable Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway Trust, as well as a grant of £2,500 from the Cotswold Conservation Board. The project was completed entirely by volunteers in less than a year, with materials being donated by Building & Plumbing Supplies of Tewkesbury. Glyn Cornish, chairman of the Trust who

Some of the GWR volunteers who re-built Hayles Abbey Halt, with the first train to stop their in almost six decades welcomed guests to the opening commented: “The new Halt is a wonderful example of what can be achieved by volunteers. “It looks as if it has always been there because it closely follows the appearance of the original. “It is complete with a corrugated iron waiting shelter which was recovered from Usk in Wales, identical to that which once stood on the site. It has a gravelled platform

surface and even has oil lamp standards!” The platform is a little longer than the original and some of the railway’s heritage train services are now stopping at the Halt by request. Within five minutes’ walk of the Halt are the Abbey and Hailes Fruit Farm, which once despatched its produce from the Halt. For more details please visit the website www.gwsr.com

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SUMMER SCHEDULE Pony Days - 9am-3.30pm Thursdays 27th July and 3rd, 10th, 7th & 21st August £30 per day - aged 4 years and upwards Places on Pony Club Day Camp 31st July - 4th August, £30 per day For more details call 07879 027790 Caravan Club Bookings call Steve on 01684 301836

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CHARITY EVENT FOR NATIONAL STAR Roger and Gill Workman

Roger and Gill Workman are holding a

COFFEE MORNING and OPEN GARDEN at

OLD MANOR, KEMERTON GL20 7HY on

WEDNESDAY 12th JULY 10.00 am - 12.00 noon

in aid of National Star Please come, join us, and spread the word. All the coffee and cake you can enjoy in exchange for a donation to NATIONAL STAR. Everyone is welcome and we look forward to seeing you.

Roger & Gill Workman of Tewkesbury family firm Cotteswold Dairy are hosting a fund raising morning at their Kemerton Home. “Gill and I are ambassadors for the Star College during what is their fifty year anniversary, said Roger. “Part of our role is to make people aware of the college and the tremendous work they do with severely handicapped people. “To this end, and to raise much needed funds, we are holding a coffee morning and open garden at Old Manor, Kemerton on Wednesday 12th July from 10am until 12 noon. “Everyone is welcome to attend and enjoy as much coffee and cake as they can in return for a donation.” National Star College, at Ullenwood, near Cheltenham, provides specialist further education, training, personal development and residential services for people with disabilities and acquired brain injuries.

Do you have fresh milk delivered direct to your door? If not would you like to? Cotteswold Dairy can supply you with all types of fresh British milk and cream, plus a wide range of other non-dairy goods. As a thank you to all new customers who start having deliveries from us after reading this article, we will donate £10.00 to National Star per new sign up. Please fill in this form and return it to us at the address below, or contact us on 01242 672426 To Cotteswold Dairy: please contact me to discuss home delivery as advertised in Tewkesbury Direct Name ....................................................................................................................... Address ................................................................................................................... ................................................................................................................................... Postcode.................................. Telephone .............................................................

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THE TEWKESBURY DIRECT Quick Crossword

Across 1 - Idiot (4) 3 - Learned people (8) 9 - ___ lettuce: salad vegetable (7) 10 - Trite (anag) (5) 11 - Fishing net (5) 12 - Not anything (7) 13 - Wealthy person in business (6) 15 - Fanatic (6) 17 - Left out (7) 18 - Leader or ruler (5) 20 - Water vapour (5) 21 - Reluctance to change (7) 22 - Submissive (8) 23 - Highway (4)

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BROWN’S GARDEN RESTAURANT AIR CONDITIONED RESTAURANT & PATIO DINING BREAKFASTS SERVED 9.00-11.30am DAILY

Join us for a Cream Tea or sample our new Summer Menu • Afternoon Teas • Cream Teas • Cakes • Fully Licensed • Private Hire Available • Bookings advised • Cyclists always welcome, but pre-booking is essential

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Village prepares for 39th annual street market July has come around again and the people of Overbury, situated just north east of Tewkesbury, are busy preparing for the major event of their Summer calendar. The annual Street Market, which attracts visitors from all over the area, will be held in the beautiful Bredon Hill village on Saturday 8th July. The market, which has run for almost forty years, takes place between 10am and 12 noon against a picturesque backdrop of stone cottages, St Faith’s Church (which dates

House garden, where local singer/songwriter Mike Weaver will be providing the music. Car parking and entry

are both free. If very wet, the market will take place in the Village Hall. Money raised from the event will go to St

Faith's Church, the Village Hall and other parish organisations. For more information visit www.overbury.org

Paul White based in the Northway, Tewkesbury area M: 07891 780423 H: 01684 291779 Overbury Street Market

back to Norman times) and the 18th century Overbury Court. Local food on offer will include tender Overbury Farms lamb, Overbury Stud beef, and

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honey produced from spring blossom in Conderton Community Orchard. Anne's Pantry will provide a range of homemade cakes and other goodies. Stalls include paraphernalia, books, toys, jams and preserves, plants, garden seating, original artwork and crafts; the list goes on and on. Whitcombe Garden (a member of the National Gardens Scheme) opens for relaxation and meandering, and the Friends of Overbury School will be organising fun activities for children. Mouth-watering bacon butties can be enjoyed and are ready prior to market opening. ‘Elevenses’ will be served in Berkeley

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THE TEWKESBURY DIRECT WORDSEARCH by Lenny Lexicon

HCPC REGISTERED CHIROPODY AND PODIATRY Lorraine Monck M.Ch.S Emma Godson M.Ch.S Liz Brown M.Ch.S Warm Wax Therapy Treatment Paraffin wax heat therapy increases blood flow, tolerance for pain, relaxes muscles and increases hydration in the skin. Intended to moisturise and soften the skin while providing a therapeutic and healing effect to sore and aching joints, it is particularly beneficial to those suffering from arthritis and rheumatic pain. We also offer the following treatments: Routine Chiropody treatment -i.e. Reduction of callous treatment of corns etc. Treatment of Ingrowing toe nails Use of local anaesthetics Nail reconstruction Prescription pf orthotics after foot assessment Advice on fungal infection etc. Simply Nails: after an initial foot health assessment we can offer a shorter appointment at a reduced cost

Backache, Repetitive Strain Injury, Sore Joints, Arthritis, Headaches, Migraines Osteopathy could be the solution to your pain problems

U X M R H A G N J O B O P N R A L W N A E D W L E G L T O T C L A N M E K T L I B Y N A M I S U K P O H T I A L S

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Test your brain power with the Tewkesbury Direct Word Search. This month the puzzle conceals the names of twelve breeds of dog: AKITA BEAGLE BOXER BULLDOG COLLIE LABRADOR POINTER POODLE PUG SALUKI SAMOYED VIZSLA Word Search Rules: The names in the word search grid may read vertically, horizontally and diagonally from left to right, right to left, bottom to top or top to bottom.

PHARMACY MATTERS by Peter Badham

PATIENT FEEDBACK

As a company we have always welcomed patients feedback, good or bad, writes Peter Badham. I receive emails from patients who are delighted with our staff and our service and sometimes feedback from patients who are not so delighted. I am really grateful that patients go to this much effort. I think Badham's strength is being a family company, where patients have a direct line to the MD. I always take whatever action is needed to sort out any issue. My email address is

pss.badham@badhampharmacy.co.uk and my mobile number is 07837513492, if any Tewkesbury Direct readers want to contact me, please do so. Pharmacy is now moving into a transparent and open phase, we all have to show the results of our annual patient survey on NHS Choices. I welcome this, it can only be good for the profession. Patients can also now leave a review on

NHS Choices and rate their pharmacy, and leave comments for the whole world to see and why not. Please use these channels to let us know what you think, and if there are any areas we can do better.

Peter Badham

TEWKESBURY HIGH STREET FINE FOOD AND ARTS MARKET SATURDAY 29TH JULY 9am-5pm Local beers and ciders - local farmers, growers and food producers, jewellery, gifts, cheese, plants and herbs, arts, crafts, glassware, ceramics etc etc

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Tel: 01684 296884

Monday-Friday 8.30am-5.30pm Saturday 7.30am-1.00pm

also at 4 Imperial Square, Cheltenham GL50 1QB

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Last haircut of the day 5.15pm

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

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Enjoy Pimms in our garden this Summer

JOIN THE CLUB AND GET 10% OFF YOUR BILL Join our members club, along with information on some fantastic offers for you to enjoy on your next visit. The membership card enables you to receive 10% off every time you visit to us at off-peak times. Ask us for details.

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1 bottle of bolla prosecco sparkling wine (20cl bottle size)

tea or coffee £9.95 per person

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cream tea

one plain scone or fruit scone chantilly cream – preserve – butter chocolate brownie tea or coffee £4.95 per person Gluten free option available on all cream teas - please ask

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Engall Castle July Advert x18 22/06/2017 14:53 Page 1

155 High Street Tewkesbury GL20 5JP

01684 293 246

sales@engallcastle.com www.engallcastle.com

Bushley Green

£595,000

Long Green

£465,000

Town Centre

£450,000

Location Location Location! A beautiful detached Grade II Listed Cottage with large garden. 3 double bedrooms one with dressing room; character throughout; stunning views; kitchen/ breakfast room; lounge; dining room; study; conservatory; open barn style garages; small paddock approx. ¾ acre.

This is a pretty timber framed detached cottage sitting in a semi-rural, elevated position with lovely views over open countryside. 4 Bedrooms; Master with Ensuite; 2 Reception Rooms; Kitchen/ Breakfast Room; Utility Room; Upstairs Shower Room; Study; Ample Driveway Parking; Single Garage; Summer House; Front & Rear Gardens. EPC E.

Award winning contemporary design with stunning views. 4 bedrooms; master with ensuite; contemporary kitchen/dining room; utility room; lounge; family bathroom; downstairs wc; workshop; ample parking; town centre. EPC D.

Bredon

Twyning

Tewkesbury

£375,000

£350,000

£335,000

This is a lovely home within the sought after retirement development for the over 55s. 3 bedrooms; master with ensuite; lounge; kitchen/ dining room; conservatory; downstairs wc; upstairs bathroom; allocated parking. EPC tba.

A lovely semi detached house in the popular village of Twyning. 4 bedrooms; modern kitchen/ dining room; lounge; snug; utility room; downstairs wc; upstairs family bathroom; garden; single garage with power and light; off road parking. EPC D.

Immaculate and spacious - this home is lovely and the garden is large, level and sunny! 4 bedrooms; large dual aspect lounge; modern kitchen/ breakfast room; separate dining room; utility; downstairs wc; ample driveway parking; bathroom. EPC E.

Twyning

Stonehills

Walton Cardiff

£297,000

Owned from new over 48 years ago. This is a wellloved, light and spacious home. 3 bedrooms; master with ensuite; 2 reception rooms; family bathroom; single garage; pretty front & rear garden; ample driveway parking. EPC E.

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£280,000

Always popular in this desirable residential area of Tewkesbury, a detached home with garage on the side and driveway parking. 3 bedrooms; lounge; kitchen/ dining room; good sized garden; family bathroom. EPC C.

£275,000

On the edge of this popular estate this is a lovely 4 bedroomed town house. Master & 2nd bedroom benefitting from ensuites; lounge/ dining room; kitchen; conservatory; downstairs wc; upstairs family bathroom; garage with power & light; off road parking; good sized garden. EPC D.

Engall Castle July Advert x18 22/06/2017 14:54 Page 2

155 High Street Tewkesbury GL20 5JP

01684 293 246

sales@engallcastle.com www.engallcastle.com

Tredington

£270,000

Town Centre

£245,000

Town Centre

£200,000

What a lovely location for this extended 'Scandinavian build' timber frame home offering surprisingly spacious accommodation with delightful gardens that back onto open fields. 3 bedrooms; kitchen/breakfast room; lounge/dining room with open fire; conservatory; downstairs wc/shower room; upstairs bathroom; parking. EPC D.

Oh so pretty! In one of Tewkesbury’s iconic streets, this is just lovely. 3 bedrooms; master with potential for ensuite; kitchen/dining room; lounge; modern family bathroom; pretty rear garden ; walking distance to town amenities. EPC Exempt.

Simply sensational - quality finish and fittings and quietly positioned in the town centre! 2 bedrooms; open plan living space; integrated kitchen; modern shower room; stunning views; walking distance to town centre; no onward chain. EPC D.

Northway

Town Centre

£200,000

£155,000

Situated at the end of a quiet cul-du-sac this is a delightful detached bungalow. 2 bedrooms; modern kitchen; bathroom; south facing rear garden; single garage; ample driveway parking. No Chain. EPC D.

As part of a quality build conversion in 1990, this delightful mews home is quite lovely combining modernity with period original features. 2 double bedrooms; lounge/ dining room; kitchen; downstairs wc; bathroom; allocated parking; located just off the high street. EPC D.

This is an attractive double fronted, town centre property. 2 reception rooms; kitchen; upstairs bathroom; 2 bedrooms; courtyard; walking distance to the town’s amenities. EPC D.

Tewkesbury

Town Centre

Tewkesbury

£125,000

A beautifully presented first floor maisonette for the over 55s. Double bedroom; modern kitchen; living room; bathroom; unallocated parking; 24 hour call bell; daytime manager. EPC D.

£125,000

A lovely second floor apartment in the popular residential development of Home Abbey House for the over 60s. 1 double bedroom; lounge/ dining room; modern kitchen; shower room; communal gardens; day manager; 24 hour care line; walking distance to the towns amenities. No Chain. EPC D.

£95,000

With direct access from the beautifully maintained communal gardens, this is a lovely ground floor apartment for the active retired over 55s. 1 double bedroom; lounge/ dining room; modern kitchen; bathroom; communal gardens; unallocated parking; 24 hour care line; day time manager. No onward chain.

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This is a rightfully much praised American novel that has garnered prizes, winning both the National Book Award and this year's Pulitzer Prize for Fiction. The story recounts the experiences of slaves and of two who dared to try and escape using the secret network to safety in the North. Some details are harrowing, but without this accuracy, to historic fact, the book would not have the gravitas it deserves, and which no doubt has helped it receive these accolades. The main character is Cora, we learn about her early life on the Randall cotton plantation in Georgia, of her mother's earlier escape, leaving her daughter behind, turning her bitter towards her mother. Two Randall sons inherit their father's estate, one is reasonable, but when the second, Terrance then acquires his brother's land and slaves, his brutality forces Cora to agree to another slave's proposal to escape. The book follows their experiences, as they are helped by the good folk who run the underground railway. Their journey is never easy, but initially they succeed and reach South Carolina where they agree to stay while the slave catcher, Ridgeway, purses them. He is fixated about catching Cora as years

earlier, he had failed to capture her mother. The story follows Cora through the Carolinas into Tennessee and Indiana, and her experiences along the way. There are vivid descriptions accompanying her journey, softened by intervals of her experiencing good times as she travels north. There are a mixture of characters sprinkled through the book and each part of the story is neatly concluded, sometimes in hindsight. We also learn about Cora's ancestors, and life on the plantation when it was run more liberally by the son's father. This is an historically important novel, one to read as it tells in fiction form one of America's hidden stories; it is not however a "gentle read", but when you read through a vivid section there is sunshine on the horizon. Selected by: Ian B. Nicholson Owner/Manager Alison’s Bookshop and Music Room, High Street, Tewkesbury.

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Sitting centrally within it’s plot with a lovely gravel drive approach this is an unusual and substantial house with accommodation arranged over three short floors, masses of scope and walking distance to Tewkesbury town yet with field views, 5 bed.

Terrific large lawned gardens on this four bedroom detached family home with detached double garage located at the end of a cul de sac, lovely presentation throughout and first class family accommodation, the sun room a particular feature.

Executive detached house located at the edge of the Walton Cardiff development, refitted kitchen breakfast room, three reception rooms. Four double bedrooms refitted en suite shower room, refitted family bathroom. Generous gardens and double garage.

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A handsome detached five bedroom home on Walton Cardiff with substantial accommodation including en suite to 3 bedrooms, kitchen breakfast, lounge, dining room, double glazing, central heating ,garage, off road parking and gardens.

A beautifully presented detached family home in popular Newtown, rarely available this fantastic house boasts hardwood floors and bi-fold doors, 3 bedrooms, large utility, garage and gardens with excellent access to local schools and junction 9.

A good sized four bedroom detached house in this popular residential suburb, four good bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen breakfast, wc, lounge double glazing and gas fired central heating, nice corner plot garden semi integral garage and parking.

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A genuinely lovely semi rural aspect with field views to side and rear, this is a good sized bungalow with two double bedrooms, kitchen, dining area/study, lounge and bathroom, plenty of scope for further improvement but what a view!

An imposing 3 storey townhouse offering some of the best value pounds per square foot on Walton Cardiff, immaculate presentation with 3 bedrooms, lounge, separate dining room and kitchen breakfast, garage and gardens, a must view.

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TEWKESBURY & BREDON HILL PROBUS CLUB The club offers retired & semi-retired business men the opportunity to enrich retirement by joining for congenial conversation and sharing experiences of varied and interesting Speakers. Talks in July are: 4th July: Invasion of Sicily 1943 11th July: Conscription to RN 18th July: A Taste of Chile 25th July: Everyday Stories of Opera

CALLING ALL YOUNG AND BUDDING MUSICIANS

For more information, without commitment, contact Bill Bush (Secretary) on 01684 298419.

BandiT is a four-day songwriter and band workshop for 60 to 70 students aged 8 to 17. Students throughout the community come together to form bands and to be creative in song writing and performing.

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The prime function of the workshop is to give young people from all backgrounds the opportunity to gain experience in musicianship, creative song writing, recording techniques and performance skills. Bandit is going to be at Tewkesbury School on the 31st July, 1st and 2nd August, with a final performance day at the Roses Theatre on the 3rd August. Cost per student £70, we are calling for musicians across the whole of Gloucestershire. If you are interested or know of someone that would be, please contact Kevin Howlett on 07827 434246 or go to banditmusicprojects.co.uk for more information, video diary’s, photos and contact information.

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SUMMER FUN DAY SPORTS DAY AT MITTON MANOR PRE-SCHOOL at Denmark Road School for Girls, Gloucester

Mitton Manor Pre-School held their annual Sports Day on Sunday 21st May. The sun shone for us and the children took part in lots of fun races on the field.

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with John Dixon, Tewkesbury Historical Society Although we tend to concentrate on the 20th century development of the shopping centre, rebuilding took place in certain locations in the High Street in the 19th century, writes John Dixon. 84 and 84a High Street was a new property. It has been described as a “Georgian two door house of three storeys”. That is an unlikely since there is an 1883 indenture: “84 and 84a High Street have recently been erected upon the site of ... formerly a Public-House known by the sign of the Cross Keys, but afterwards as a private house and numbered 84 High Street.”

on site of old Red Lion, High Street.” Most writers agree that the Red Lion was situated opposite Red Lane. It had an ancient history: In 1787 “the church paid for alterations to be workhouse until union workhouse opened in 1790s”. It acted as an Anglican Poor House at a time when the religious denominations cared for their own poor by providing work. Between 1819-1832 it may have been known as the Unicorn 1830-67: Red Lion again when it was “demolished and pair of semi-detached red brick cottages built. 1871 after the Cross Keys of 13 High Street was closed, the publican Ann Wakefield was still in place at the new site One can only surmise that little objection was made to the demolition of the old Red Lion/Unicorn Inn.

LANDLORDS Due to high demand we require all types of rental properties for waiting tenants (above) 84/84a High Street in the 19th century and (below) Boots side facade in 2017, which shares the site with 85.

The property was split into two for ownership and occupancy with 84 (left) owned by Charles Hurn while George Wilkins the owner/occupier of 84a (right), was treasurer at the Baptist Church. 84 was only two-up one-down, but 84a had upstairs rooms which extended across the passage The 84a’s owner was also allowed a deduction of £5 for a Right of Way, although the 1885 map suggests that it was merely a court. In 1897 there was a dispute in the County Court, between the owners of 84 and 85, over access to the former Unicorn Alley, as it “had been previously stopped up“. (It has long been the desire of Alley owners to stop them and form more private courts with no thorough fare. If they were paved with blue engineering bricks then this was illegal.) In 1894 Hone’s sold for £500 “two new properties

THS AUTHOR WINS NATIONAL AWARD Tewkesbury Historical Society has announced that Rosemary Wherrett has won the ‘short article’ award by the British Association for Local History. Chairman John Dixon commented: "Rosemary, an avid collector of historical photographs wrote the article, They Left a Lasting Impression – some of Tewkesbury’s Early Photographers, in THS Bulletin 24 (2015). “Rosemary (pictured right) received the award as guest of BALH in June. “Before she retired from full-time teaching in 1998, Rosemary was Head of the English Department at Tewkesbury School from 1987. “Since retiring, she is fully occupied as the Secretary and Information Officer for the Friends of the Victoria Pleasure Gardens, whose volunteers delight us every year - despite competition from Tewkesbury floods. “In 2015 we made her organisation the worthy recipient of profits made from producing Then and Now Volume II Rosemary follows Wendy Snarey and Martin Holt in winning a BALH Award.

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ANIMAL MATTERS by Vale Wildlife Rescue

ALL GO AT VALE WILDLIFE I just cannot believe the year so far at Vale – so many casualties coming in, at times we are finding it difficult to cope with them all, writes Caroline Gould of Vale Wildlife Rescue.

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The total number of casualties admitted so far stands at an incredible 2,374, compared to 1,845 to the same date last year. In just one day this week, 69 casualties were admitted to the hospital. We are in desperate need of more volunteers to help us through the rest of the busy season. Please do get in touch if you would like to come and join our team at the hospital. A day a week or even half a day (mornings from 8am) is all we are asking for, no experience is necessary. Please contact us if you can help. We also need more casualty collection volunteers – if you are happy to be contacted if we get a call about a small wildlife casualty (e.g. a hedgehog, rabbit or small bird) in your local area and you are happy to transport it to us in Beckford, give us a ring. We have over 400 casualties in our care at this time of year and it is therefore impossible for us to send out anyone from here to pick up more animals, we rely entirely on either the finder bringing it in or our collection volunteers to transport. One major problem for our wildlife (throughout the world, not just the UK) is litter and I will be writing more about this next month but we have recently dealt with one example of the damage that litter can cause: We received a call about a heron in some-

body’s house – now we regularly get calls to wildlife in strange places, usually birds that have come down chimneys or animals brought in by the cat, even a muntjac deer in someone’s toilet, but this is the first heron in a house, and upstairs of all places! We thought it would be a simple case of catching the heron and then taking him to a suitable release site but when he was caught he was found to be in an emaciated state so he was brought back to the hospital for a thorough examination. We then discovered that he had what looked like a show lace tangled around his lower beak and tongue. It had obviously been there for some time and the poor heron had been unable to feed since it had been there which explained why he was so thin.

We removed the constriction and as soon as we put a tray of fish in front of the heron, he started eating immediately and within a few days he had gained enough weight and strength to be released

into the wild again. A good ending to this story, but litter and plastics are causing massive problems across the world and we will look into this more next time. www.valewildlife.org.uk

Cat of the Month This is Sultana. She came into care as a stray and is ready for adoption. Sultana is a friendly young girl and will make a lovely family pet. As we don't know her past history, we don't know whether she's good with other cats or with dogs. Sultana will be neutered, vaccinated and chipped in readiness for adoption. If you want to have a chat or meet Sultana, please contact our Homing Officer on 0345 371 2730. Come and say Hello to this friendly cat.

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NEW PLAY PARK AT WARWICK PLACE LOOKS POSITIVE A new play park for Priors Park looks set for the future. Tewkesbury Town Council have set aside money for the project and hope to attract further funding to upgrade the outdated Warwick Place park on the Priors Park estate. Heart of Priors Park (HOPP) and the Town Council are working hard to ensure the community of Priors Park

are having an input in this project and have received many suggestions already, including more facilities for the

disabled. The children from Queen Margaret School are also looking over the plans and adding their requests. Gav Preedy chairman of HOPP said “The money from the council is amazing and gives this project a jump start. We have had great support from the environment and amenities committee, The Town Clerk and Barnwood Trust, I would also like to thank HOPP committee members for their support, advice and input.”

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JUMPING FOR INSIGHT

GUIDED WALK Tewkesbury Nature Reserve Tuesday 11th July Enjoy a gentle stroll of this wildlife haven with a knowledgeable guide on hand and discover nature on your own doorstep! FREE but please book ahead Elaine at Priors Park Neighbourhood Project Office 01684 290069 Meet at Coventry Close at 10am

Beccy Williams of Opticians Lowcock and Wrench writes in and tells us of a recent fundraising Sky Dive. On Sunday 14th May 3 wonderful local charity, colleagues from say Beccy Williams and Graeme Lowcock of Tewkesbury took part in O'Brien Wrench & a tandem skydive to Lowcock Opticians and raise vital funds for local Chris Fisher of Mythe charity Insight Construction. Gloucestershire. Insight If you or anyone else supports people across you know is affected by the county living with sight loss please get in sight loss by providing a touch with our Sight range of services. ‘We wanted to raise Loss Advisors through money for Insight as we our Helpline 01242 know what a difference 221170. the right advice and information can make to people facing the unwelcome prospect of losing their sight. This is an intimidating thought and for us this challenge of jumping from an aeroplane 2 miles high has been a real test of nerves beyond our comAfter the jump - Chris, fort zone and I hope will Beccy and Graeme. raise lots of funds for a

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SUMMER FUN, LIKE NEVER BEFORE With Croft Farm Adventure

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Tom Lawrence, of Tewkesbury’s Croft Farm Adventure, got in touch with us recently, to tell readers about some really exciting event activity equipment he has for hire, for parties and activities, which could make a great summer fun event. “Over the last few years Croft Farm activities centre has been renting out some great event equipment under our subsidiary “Croft Farm Adventure”. Our equipment is great for fete’s, festival’s, charity events, family celebrations and kids parties. We have a fantastic mobile climb wall, water zorbing pool, gladiators duel set, giant inflatable slide, bungee run, small and large bouncy castles! We deliver and collect up to a 50 mile radius and offer fully staffed /

SUMMER EXHIBITION by Tewkesbury Art Society Week commencing Saturday 22nd July til 29th July every day except Sunday 10.00a.m. until 16.30p.m. 16.00p.m on Saturday 29th. At the Methodist Church Hall, by The Cross, Barton Street, Tewkesbury. Refreshments available. Disabled friendly. Further details www.t-a-s.info

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organised by the club will be the Classic Festival at Vehicle Tewkesbury School on Sunday 20th August. An additional attraction this year will be the Drive In Movie on Saturday 19th when the film will be “Grease”. Tickets are available from the club or online at tewkesburycvf.org.

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COMMEMORATION OF THE START OF THE THIRD BATTLE OF YPRES, 29 JULY 2017 On 29 July 2017 the War Memorial Working Party of local citizens proposes to lead a Commemoration of the start of the Third Battle of Ypres, commonly known as the Battle of Passchendaele. Members of the public are strongly invited to join us outside the Town Hall before 10.45 a.m.. The traffic will be halted for a One Minute Silence followed by the reading of the names of the 27 local men who perished in the campaign, which began on 6 June and reached its bloody climax between 31 July and 10 November 1917. Besides the appalling loss of life troops had to endure the mud cause by an unusually wet summer. Despite the losses, the campaign was deemed a success when the village of Passchendaele, situated on a strategic ridge, was captured. Already in the early summer of 1917 5 local men had been killed pursuing the Germans in their retreat to the new Hindenburg Defensive Line while another 7 men had been lost at Arras as we supported our French allies, whose army had mutinied as the desired breakthrough had not been achieved. Because of their

“indomitable pluck” British soldiers did not mutiny and so FieldMarshal Haig was also now free to pursue the battle on his preferred front - near Ypres, which had been held with huge casualties since the start of the War. This battlefield in North West France was near the Channel ports vital for supplying the army. Before the battle could start preparations were necessary and so in June 1 Tewkesburian was killed capturing the

Ridge at Messines and another in an abortive attempt to capture the submarine base at Zeebrugge, fatefully known as Operation Hush. Another was lost in the inevitable trench warfare. One of the dead was the first loss of a Tewkesburian serving with the fledgling Royal Flying Corps [to be renamed the RAF on 1 April 1918]. We hope that you will join our salute to the memories of these brave men.

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Rugby Club memorial for Bram and Chris Lane Tewkesbury Rugby Club are organising a 10 year Memorial Day on Saturday 29th July in memory of Bram and Chris Lane who lost their lives in the cellar of the Club during the severe floods of 2007. A 7-a-side rugby tournament for all ages and abilities will take place together with children's entertainment, a BBQ, raffle and bar. We have been lucky enough to gain the support of both Gloucester and Worcester rugby clubs and various organisations have been invited to take part including the

Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue and The Air Ambulance. Following the rugby presentation there will be a moment of remembrance followed by musical entertainment. The day programme is as follows: • Gates open 11.00am, limited parking is available at The

Moats. • Team registration from 11.30am. • 12.15pm demonstration of touch rugby with a brief listing of rules. • 1.00pm Tournament commences. • 5.00pm Tournament finish followed by presby Peggy entation Clatworthy, Town Mayor.

• Memorial service with representative from the Abbey (tbc). • Evening entertainment with Thunderoad from 6.30pm till close. The supported charities are to be The Wooden Spoon Society and Midlands Air Ambulance.

BARRY STEELE AND FRIENDS – THE ROY ORBISON STORY Barry Steele is widely recognised as one of the world’s leading vocalists playing homage to legend Roy Orbison. He’s stunned audiences across the globe with his uncanny similarity and ability to authentically revive the exquisite toe-tapping sound of this music giant. This production is quite simply unmissable, as Barry Steele takes you on this specially produced musical journey in time, from the early ‘60s leading up to the internationally acclaimed concert ‘The Black and White Night’ and The Traveling Wilburys. The show also features chart busting hits originally made famous by The Spencer Davies Group, Jerry Lee Lewis, all backed by a big screen and phenomenally talented musicians in an culminating incredible fusion of ‘60s solid gold classics and ‘80s contemporary musical genius all on one stage. This show will be very very special so book your tickets now.

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TEWKESBURY MITTON TOWNSWOMEN'S GUILD The Townswomen’s Guild meets on the first Wednesday of the month (unless this falls on a school holiday) at Mitton Manor School at 7.45pm Wednesday 5th July Social Evening with Cream Teas Guests, Visitors and New Members most welcome. Please bring a friend. Tea, Coffee, Raffle and Sales Table.

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GREAT NEWS FOR TEWKESBURY CLASSIC VEHICLE FESTIVAL WEEKEND For 2017 we are kicking off the weekend with a US style Drive in movie at the Festival site on 19th August, gates open at 6:00pm, and hamburgers and hot dogs will be on sale before the screening of that classic 1978 film GREASE, starting at 8:00pm. Entrance will be only via prepaid tickets purchased online at £10 a head, via: www.tewkesburycvf.org. Tewkesbury Classic Vehicle Festival opens at 11:00am on Sunday August 20th, following a parade through the town. The event will be opened by local digni-

taries, famous racing drivers and celebrities. There will be classic cars and bikes, trade stands, live music, bar, bbq, teas and cakes, The Midlands Air Ambulance Helicopter will be based on site for the day, and may have to take off to attend an incident. There will be upwards

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RAMBLING AROUND with Jack B. Walker

SIX SUMMER MILES To make the most of the lighter nights and summer weather, this month's walk is slightly longer than our usual routes, writes Jack B. Walker. It is generally easy going over terrain which is mostly flat. Park with care in the village of Aston-on-Carrant (reached from the B4079 by Ashchurch Camp) and walk to the end of the village street. Go through the gate into the yard and follow the footpath past the riding stable and paddocks (1). At the end of the first small field, go through the gate and walk ahead along a straight path with open fields to your right and the hedge on the left. Eventually you will reach the Cotswold stone Aston barn, and after passing the buildings the main bridleway bears left (2). Keep straight ahead and walk across a field towards a hedge. Go through the gate, cross the lane with care and go through the five bar gate opposite (slightly to the left) and take the track known as the Worlies (3). Below you on the left is Carrant Brook, which for some of its length forms the county boundary between Gloucestershire and Worcestershire. This section of the

Heading towards point nine on the route

walk is wholly in Worcestershire. Keep along the trail, passing the pumping station, until you come to the edge of Beckford village (4). Turn left and walk along the road, passing the entrance to the manor house. When you reach the cross bear slightly left and go over Main Street into Court Farm Lane (5). Keep up the lane, which bears left just

Aston Barn

after a pond behind a stone wall, and carry on until you come to Court Farm. Follow the lane left, between the farm buildings. Do not take the lane which ascends Bredon Hill, but carry on along a stony track (with a sunken barn to the left) until you reach a road. Turn right and walk up the road (which is busy and has no pedestrian pavement) until it bears sharply right (6). Go straight ahead along the private road which leads to Overbury Stud, and look for a gate with a yellow way marker leading into a paddock on the right. Go through and walk

diagonally across the paddock towards a hedge, and pass through the gates. Follow the directional arrow to a five bar gate opening onto a drive. Walk past the stables and stud farm buildings on the right, until you reach a lane (7). Cross over, go through a five bar gate into some paddocks, then into a large field via another farm gate. Keep the post and rail fencing to your right, passing a stile to meet a hedge. Walk with the hedge to the right until you reach a gate in it at the end of the field. Go through and bear left, then keep walking along a good track with the hedge to your right. Pass the turning to Robin's Mill and keep going until the lane dips down slightly, and there is a stile and gate to your right (8). The lane continues ahead into Kemerton village, passing the John Moore Nature reserve. Don't take this lane; instead turn left and follow the path down the

Distance: Approximately six miles. Dogs on leads through Overbury Stud's fields, please (points 6-8) Car Parking: with respect to residents, in Astonon-Carrant village centre. Refreshments: Beckford Stores (turn right at point 5; check weekend opening hours). There is no pub on this route. Nearest pubs are at Beckford (on the A46) or in the centre of Kemerton. Map not to scale: OS Sheet 190 recommended. edge of two fields (with the boundary to your right) until you reach a small wood (9). Walk ahead following the path over a large open field, towards a gap in a hedge (X). Some of this ground is soft and occasionally a diversion is in place; if so walk around the edge of the field until you reach the gap and go through it. Carry on ahead, skirting a sand and gravel pit

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WHAT’S ON in Tewkesbury and District

Choral celebration spans over five centuries Set in the wonderful surroundings of Tewkesbury Abbey, the Musica Deo Sacra Festival is built around the liturgies of the Eucharist, Evensong, Matins and Compline - featuring choral music which spans over five centuries. This year’ music will programme will also fea11am), the MDS Organ by Carleton Etherington, commemorate the 450th ture music by William Recital given by Paul with Paul Walton as anniversary of the birth Walton (Wednesday 2nd Byrd, J. S. Bach, Flor organist. August at 7.30pm, with of Claudio Monteverdi, Peeters, Herbert Howells tickets priced at £6 and the centenary of and Francis Pott. available on the door), Francis Jackson. Highlights include a Choral Evensong will Taking place from Sung Eucharist for Peace be followed by the MDS Monday 31st July until and Reconciliation Bring & Share Supper Sunday 6th August, the (Tuesday 1st August, at on Thursday 3rd August, 6pm, and the final Solemn Evensong and Benediction will be The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway is held on Sunday 6th once again holding its popular ‘Teddy Bear August at 6pm. Tuesdays’ during August. On Saturday 5th Every child who brings August there is an a teddy to ride on the opportunity to meet the special trains will Musica Deo Sacra Choir receive a free activity at the rear of the abbey book and crayons, as following Choral Matins. well as a free quiz. Also taking place on Special railcar servSaturday 3rd August is a ices will travel to concert at the Old Baptist Winchcombe Station, Chapel (3pm) with to join the Teddy Bears’ picnic on the grass. Alison McGillivray playVisitors can also ride ing Bach’s famous Cello the full line behind a Suites. steam or heritage diesel engine to make it a full famTickets for this special ily day out. Teddy Bear Tuesdays take place on 1st, event are £15 each, 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th August. available from the John The award-winning heritage line feature a 15-arch Moore Museum or on viaduct and the second longest tunnel on a prethe door. served line, as well as tea rooms, a museum and The Musica Deo Sacra shops. Tickets available on-line at www.gwsr.com Festival will be directed

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MY FIRST MONTH AS MAYOR By Peggy Clatworthy It is a month since I was made Tewkesbury Town Mayor - and what a great month it has been.

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The first weekend coincided with the Big Weekend, and I was invited to open it. My Mayoress and good friend, Maggie Wylam and I had great time being taken up the river and back by boat, then wandering around the stalls, games and sideshows, and meeting lots of lovely people. From there we moved to the High Street to unveil a lovely long needed map of the alley ways in the town centre - It is on the wall of Warders Alley (next to M&Co) if you want to see it for yourself. On Sunday, after taking the salute from a parade of boats we led the carnival parade - the theme was carnival, and I was glad I was not asked to judge it as all

the costumes were wonderfully imaginative, and I would have wanted to give them all a prize. Our next outing was to an evening of entertainment by the very talented Manor Players many of them, old friends from my years as a thespian. The Abbey fete followed soon afterwards, where we were given a warm welcome by the Vicar - the Rev-Canon Paul Williams. Spending time in and around our lovely Abbey is always a delight. We were also invited to a service for the 6th formers leaving Tewkesbury School at the end this term. What a confident and talented lot they are - a real credit to parents and staff

and a great re-assurance about the future of our town. I also went to special Antigua day at Courtney World Travel Agent where along with the Consulate from the Antiguan embassy, the TownCrier and the lovely staff of Courtney World, I drank rum punch from a hollowed out half a pineapple. It’s a tough job, but someone has to do it. On the practical side I have chaired several meetings of the town council, without anything disasterous happening, and am working on a scheme that I think the town will like - but keeping it under my new Tricorn Hat for now. Peggy Clatworthy Tewkesbury Town Mayor.

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LOCAL PROBUS CLUB CELEBRATES ANNIVERSARY Longdon & District Probus Club was founded in March 1987 – 30 years ago. To mark this significant anniversary, the Club had a well-attended celebratory lunch at the Hunters Inn, Buckbury. In addition, March also saw the annual change of chairman. Shown is the outgoing chairman John Westcott (left) about to hand over the chain of office to the incoming chairman Dennis Harvey.

COOL BEDFORD Local body repair shop owner Peter Lane, has just given this 1950s Bedford CA van a complete makeover, and is bound to be a hit with adults and children alike this summer.

Now an ice Cream van, it will be used for serving chilly delights at Toddington Station on the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway. Built in 1952, the

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VINTAGE TEA PARTY at St. Giles Church, Bredon GL20 7LE Sunday 2nd July 2017 3.00pm - 5.30pm In aid of Cancer Research & St. Giles Church. Come and enjoy a cream tea for £3 each, in a magnificent setting while listening to live music of the 1930’s & 40’s. Children’s treasure hunt.

vehicle originally had a hardwood frame and had served as a “Gown” van delivering clothes to local shops. Peter told us that the owner has had another Bedford CA painted in a stunning silver and red livery and he liked the look so much, that he decided that this one should match.

SAUSAGE AND CIDER FESTIVAL Twyning Village Green Saturday 1st July & Sunday 2nd July Bands, Music, Sausages and Cider A Summer treat All welcome, FREE admission

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Christmas Party Nights at the Farmers Arms Lower Apperley Friday 1st December The Fabulous Lipinski Brothers Band

The Lipinski Brothers are a fabulous band that plays covers from the Swinging 60’s to the Naughty 90’s and Beyond.

Saturday 9th December A Tribute to Rod Stewart

Stan Terry performs all Rod Stewart’s greatest hits. Stan looks and sounds identical. A fabulous show.

Friday 15th December A Tribute to Franki Valli

Saturday 2nd December A Tribute to The Beatles and John Lennon with Gary Gibson

Peter Sarsfield winner of Stars in Their Eyes 2015. Peter Looks and Sounds identical.

Thursday 21st December A Tribute to Lionel Richie

A fabulous trip down memory lane featuring with the world’s number 1 John Lennon Impersonator.

Friday 8th December Xmas Party Night An Evening with Rule The World

Friday 22nd December The Legendary Paul Da Vinci

The Original voice of "Sugar Baby Love" that sold over 8 million records. The Legendary voice of Paul Da Vinci was recognised as "the voice of a generation" by his peers.

Saturday 23rd December Tribute to Legends Elvis and Neil Diamond Award Winning International Artist gives you a Tribute to Neil Diamond and Elvis Pressley.

Hamilton Browne is without doubt the Number 1 ‘Lionel Richie Tribute’ around today.

The world’s number 1 tribute to Take That.

We warmly invite you to join us for a Fantastic Festive Celebration over Christmas and the New Year

The Fabulous Farmers Arms Christmas Menu Available from 1st December - 23rd December - bookings and pre-orders essential. Call 01452 780307 for details. Monday-Sunday lunches and Monday-Thursday evenings: 2 courses £18.95 pp, 3 courses £23.95pp, Friday and Saturday evenings (includes music) 3 courses £25.00pp.

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Honeyed Parsnip and Carrot Soup Rich and Creamy, topped with Croutons

Roast Breast of Free Range Turkey Goose Fat Roast Potatoes Sage and Onion Stuffing, Pigs in Blankets, Bread Sauce and Gravy

Traditional Christmas Pudding Brandy Snaps with a Brandy Cream

Chicken Liver and Madeira Parfait Festive Chutney and Toasted Baguette King Scallops On a Homemade Crab Cake with a Sweet Chill and Tarragon Cream Free Range Duck Breast Bacon, Spring Onion, Plum and Ginger Compote

Roast Loin of Woodland Pork Goose Fat Roast Potatoes, Sage and Onion Stuffing with Gravy and Apple Sauce Roast Sirloin of Herefordshire Beef Goose Fat Roast Potatoes, Yorkshire Pudding & Gravy

Cotswold Lambshank Braised in Rosemary, Red Wine & Garlic until Tender, Venison Medallions Bacon and Black Pudding with a Blueberry Dressing Minted Mash Potato with a Cranberry and Port Jus Free Range Breast of Chicken Seafood Gratin Thermidor King Scallop, King Prawn, Crab and Cod Poached in Wrapped in Bacon, filled with a Black Pudding & Wild Mushroom Stuffing with a Sherry and Onion Cream a White Wine, Garlic and Mustard Cream topped with a Gruyere, Parmesan and Herb Crust Blue Cheese and Herb Pannacotta Poached Pear, with Bacon and a Onion Jam Mediterranean Vegetable Risotto Topped with Parmesan

Sea Bass Fillet In a King Prawn, Tarragon, White Wine Garlic Cream Cod Fillet Topped with Homemade Ratatouille and Gratinated Cheddar on Creamy Mash with a Provençale Sauce Goats Cheese Potato and Red Onion Tart Over Braised Red Cabbage and Spiced Apple with Roasted Tomato, Courgette and Basil Sauce

Sticky Toffee Pudding Butterscotch Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream Vanilla Bean Crème Brulee With Tuille Biscuits Salted Caramel Pannacotta With Winter Berry Compote Chocolate and Cherry Cream Roulade Chocolate Sponge filled with Cherries and Liqueur and Chantilly Cream Topped with Chocolate Chocolate Brownie With Chantilly Cream and Raspberry Compote Festive Fruit Salad Brandy Snap Crisp and Vanilla Ice Cream A Selection of chefs Ice Creams Vanilla, Honeycomb, Salted Caramel and Chocolate

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Farmers Arms Calendar of Up And Coming Events Not To Be Missed! Saturday 29th July APPFEST 2017 The best tribute festival anywhere. From 11.30am - 1.00am. Featuring the real, the original, Chesney Hawkes. Ben Portsmouth Taking Care of Elvis, The Bootleg Sixties, The Boss UK, One Step Behind - The Masters of Madness, Jive Talkin, Fleetwood Bac, Bryan Adams Experience, Meet Loaf, CASH and U2UK.

Friday 25th August Fisher Stevens Presents his legends Show A Tribute to Neil Diamond and Elvis Pressley Award winning tribute artist Fisher Stevens presents an amazing.tribute to two of the most legendary artists of all time. His voice look is unbelievable. A show not to be missed.

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BLACK BELT JOY FOR TWO TEENAGERS Two students from the White Tiger Martial Arts Academy based at the Wheatpieces Community Centre in Tewkesbury have been promoted to 1st degree Black Belts (1st Dan) after a National Ch’ang-Hon Taekwon-Do Association Black Belt grading on Saturday 27th May 2017. Alexander Cole (15) and William Lockwood (17) have both been promoted to 1st Degree Black Belts and had to perform various disciplines that included advanced leg and hand techniques, set sparring combinations, free sparring, grappling and patterns (attack and defence combinations in various directions), breaking boards and tiles plus a theory test to ensure a good knowledge of the Taekwon-Do. Their grading panel consisted of high ranking Black Belts including a 3rd Dan, 5th Dan, two 6th Dan Masters, 7th Dan Master, 8th Dan Senior Master and a 9th

Dan Grandmaster. Everything rested on their performances on the day, but dedication, correct preparation and good instruction ensured their success. Their instructor Paul Wanklyn 5th Dan said: “It was a special moment for me and my wife Jill (also an Instructor) to see both Alex and William obtain their Black Belt. They have worked very hard to achieve their grades and we’re extremely proud of them. It’s not easy to attain black belt and even harder to achieve a higher dan grade. I’ve watched these youngsters grow into compe-

tent Martial Artists over the past four years and they’ve overcome a number of barriers to get there. Their dedication and commitment is outstanding, they are a credit to their parents”. To enrol for free sessions at White Tiger Martial Arts, call 07722584919 / 07715 808717, e-mail info@white-tigertkd.com or go to w w w. w h i t e - t i g e rtkd.com for more details.

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TEWKESBURY MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th July 2017

EUROPE’S LARGEST ANNUAL MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL RETURNS The 2017 Medieval Festival Parade on 9th July promises to a really spectacular community event bringing together hundreds of participants from 12 local schools, playgroups, dance schools, Tewkesbury Fair Shares and the Drop In Centre, church and other groups with many of the re-enactors and entertainers that descend on Tewkesbury for the annual festival. Thanks to a grant from the Big Lottery Fund under their “Celebrate” programme and the Summerfield Charitable Trust and a donation from Bookworm, carnival artists have been working with many of the groups helping them create medieval inspired models to parade. Members of local WI groups and Tewkesbury Flower club have been

working on their costumes for months, children from Alderman Knight School have learnt to drum with Waytes and Measures and ladies from the Plantagenet Medieval Society have been working with the young dancers at Amy Flynn and Amy Bastin dance schools. Giants were a traditional part of medieval

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processions so it is only fitting that Tewkesbury should have its own giants. “Margaret” and “Elizabeth” will lead the Lancastrian and York courts and will be joined by St Blaise, the Frampton giant and his entourage of fabulous creatures. Sbandieratori di Arezzo, a troupe of 12 Italian flag wavers from Arezzo will perform after the battle each day, in the parade and after Sunday evensong in the Abbey grounds. The parade sets off from Quay Street at 11.15am and works its way down the High

enactors, who will also be taking part in the Battle There are the sumptuous encampments of the Yorkist King Edward and the Lancastrian Queen Margaret to be seen. The traders on the huge medieval market will sell you anything from a pot of herbs or a hand made jug, complete with a demonstration of how to carry it, to a sword, or suit of armour, a pair of leather riding boots. As a special attraction this year, Showman James Danter is bringing some of his collection of beautiful vintage fair-

Discover Tewkesbury’s rich and diverse past from pre-history to Victorian times. Explore and enjoy. Rummage in our dressing up box and play Medieval games.

ground rides to the event. The Festival takes place on July 8/9 on fields between Lower Lade and Lincoln Green Lane. It opens at 11am, with

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Street, round the Cross, past the Abbey and ends at the Vineyards opposite Lower Lode Lane at around 12.15pm. At the festival site there will be a visit from a group of Bavarian re-

Why not join the congregation from Tewkesbury Abbey for a service of

Holy Communion Sunday 9th July at 9.30am on

The service takes place on the Kings Camp, behind Tewkesbury Borough Council offices, and lasts about 45 minutes. We would love to see you

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the battle at 4pm on Saturday and 3pm on Sunday Entry is free with a small charge for parking. For more information go to our website w w w . t e w k e s burymedievalfestival.org.

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OPEN FARM SUNDAY AT COURT FARM SHOP By Lisa Grayson, Court Farm Shop Open Farm Sunday at Court Farm Shop was a great success. We welcomed over 4000 visitors onto our farm where adults & children had the chance to see demos of our farming practices, meet our animals and sample some of the great products we sell in our Farm Shop. Boo, one of our sows, was the main attraction. She was ready to give birth and waited until everyone had gone to have her 17 piglets! Customers can visit them Monday to Sunday during our Farm Shop hours. We are hoping to host Open Farm Sunday again next year on 10th June ’18. In the meantime we invite you to visit our Farm Shop, Butchery & Animal Area where we have a fantastic BBQ offer available: Buy 3 Packs of BBQ Meat for £10! Choose from packs of Sausages (over 24 different flavours), Burgers, Grill Sticks, Kebabs, Flavoured & Plain Pork Steaks and Flavoured & Plain Chicken. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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BREATHTAKING PAINT MAKEOVERS TO YOUR HOME AND POSSESSIONS FROM THE EXPERTS AT SOLLARS PAINT AND INTERIORS Local interiors and paint finishing company Sollars have recently expanded into a new premises on Highfield Business Park. Director Derek Sollars says “Although we have been on this site for many years I felt it was time to expand our operation to be able to improve our service to business and public alike.” Sollars specialise in custom made and painted kitchen and interiors along with expert paint

finishing of anything from Industrial Components to full on Exhibition pieces.

Our whole business is based on quality construction and finishes with plenty of client

input whether its a beautiful painted kitchen, an individually designed over mantle free standing Belfast Sink unit or a lovingly restored classic motorcy-

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cle. Derek says “Although today’s trends seem to change fashions overnight we feel there is always a place for true quality and after all if

you have a painted kitchen or piece of interior furniture made by us and you wake up one day and feel like a change then we can simply re-paint it for you.”

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ROADSHOW comes to town Wednesday 12th July 11.00am-2.00pm

T and sovereigns

Breitling - up to £740 paid

Dinky Cars

Scrap Gold

HE EAST MIDLANDS ANTIQUES ROADSHOW arrives in Tewkesbury and offers local people the unique opportunity to come along and have a free valuation of any item and possibly be made a firm spot cash offer without any obligation. Mr Franks recalls an instance, the last time East Midlands Antiques were in the area, when a couple came along with a selection of old broken and incomplete rings, a few items of unusual jewellery and an old broke, gentleman’s wristwatch, expecting only a small amount and they were totally amazed to receive over £2,000. Another astonishing story was when a crystal vessel, estimated at just £100-£200 was sold for £220,000. So why not take this chance to search through your attic, drawers and cupboards, to see if you could also be sitting on a fortune. Don’t be afraid or embarrassed. You will find East Midlands Antiques’ representatives most helpful, courteous and friendly.There is no obligation to sell, so if you just require a free valuation, no problem. All transactions are strictly cash. So pop along and see us at The Tudor House Hotel. Mr Franks said the reasons for choosing the area are numerous. Many valuable articles were found in the last visit to the area.For instance, on one occasion this year, a Rolex, valued at £2,000-£3,000 fetched a staggering £48,000. The hotel is well known to local residents and is well placed with plenty of car parking available. So on the Wednesday 10th August you have the chance to visit the hotel and see our accredited buyers and valuers absolutely free. Mr Franks has over 20 years experience of professional valuations and now his expertise is available at no cost to you, specialising in oil paintings, water-colours and many other articles. Medals, decorations and orders are one of the most collectable items and East Midlands Antiques has a waiting list of collectors and customers willing to pay up to £2500 paid for these articles.

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Listed below are a few items we require, but due to limited space not everything is listed, so if you are in any doubt, bring it along! LADIES - LOOK IN YOUR JEWELLERY BOXES If you have any old broken rings, chains, earrings, old gold wristwatches or items with stones missing, then bring down the box and let us surprise you. Amber and jade, costume jewellery - high prices paid WE MAKE HOUSE CALLS IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO VISIT US For further information or an appointment please contact us on:

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We specialise in watches and listed below are just a few of the makes we require - BROKEN OR WORKING, ANY CONDITION Omega, Rolex, Cartier, Breitling, Patek, Philippe, Vachron PLUS MANY OTHER MAKES

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Diamond and gem set jewellery, loose gems also purchased, bangles, bracelets, cameos, cufflinks, pendants and gentleman’s watch chains Silver items including bowls, cups, picture frames, claret jugs, candlesticks, boxes, baskets, christening mugs, tea services, trays and wine labels Bronzes, pottery and bric-a-brac e.g. Clarice Cliffe, Moorcroft, Beswick, Doulton, Royal Worcester, Oriental pottery, coloured glass etc Old pens required (Parker, Conway Stewart, Waterman and many others Autographs, postcards, sporting items - especially sought are old football, rugby, cricket and golf programmes Dolls, teddies, Dinky toys, mechanical toys, cigarette cards, musical instruments Furniture, clocks, pocket watches and coins, tea caddies, glassware, plated items We buy foreign, dental, un-hallmarked and industrial gold, silver and platinum in any form Pre-1947 silver coins, i.e. half crowns, florins, shillings up to 10 times face value Don’t miss out on this opportunity to possibly make your fortune! What’s it worth? Why be left wondering?

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Wednesday 12th July 11.00am-2.00pm

Have you watched the BBC programmes Flog It or The Antiques Roadshow? Our format is exactly the same but we offer the chance to sell without the uncertainty and commission to the Auction House and if you are unsuccessful at auction there may still be charges to pay. East Midlands Antiques realise that there are some very unusual items that require the exposure of a major auction house and we would be pleased to advise in such cases. However, many items do not warrant this and East Midlands Antiques will offer accordingly. Come and try the friendly and discreet service we have provided for many other people like yourselves over the years. ALL DEALINGS ARE STRICTLY PRIVATE • ACT NOW • FOR ONE DAY ONLY TEWKESBURY DIRECT - 43

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CENTENARY OF THE BATTLE OF PASSCHENDAELE COMMEMORATED During the First World War, the 31st July 1917 saw the start of the 3rd Battle of Ypres, also known as the Battle of Passchendaele. The battle lasted for 99 days until 6th November, resulting in over 325,000 Allied and 260,000 German casualties for very little Allied gain. Every evening since 1928, the Last Post has been played under the Menin Gate Memorial to the Missing in Ypres at 8pm sharp by volunteer buglers of the Last Post Association. On Wednesday 17th May 2017, this unique ceremony took place for the 30678th time and, on behalf of Tewkesbury Branch of The Royal

British Legion, Mr Robert Davis laid a wreath in memory of all Tewkesbury men who fell during the First World War. Rob is a regular collector for the Poppy Appeal in Tewkesbury and the attached image shows his efforts being acknowledged by the branch with a certificate of appreciation.

WEDNESDAY EVENING STROLLS

The Tewkesbury men who lost their lives during this battle will also be commemorated during a solemn ceremony outside Tewkesbury Town Hall at 11am on Saturday 29th July 2017. With the High Street will be closed for a food and craft market, everyone is invited to attend the ceremony. By Andy Parker, Secretary of the British Legion Club.

Around the lanes and alleys Explore Tewkesbury’s social heritage. These walks are about the people who lived here and the buildings they lived in.

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Walks leave from Warder’s Alley (High Street, beside M&Co) at 7.30pm and last about 2 hours. Each walk will take a different route. Fee for the tour £2.50. No booking required.

Find out why we have maintained our thriving business for 194 years and check out our wide variety of products and services at

This is a joint venture of Tewkesbury Museum and Project Alleycat.

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www.haywardstewkesburyltd.co.uk Robert Davis

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MISS CHELTENHAM COMES TO TEWKESBURY DENTAL FOR TEETH WHITENING! by Tewkesbury Dental We were delighted when Tamsin Grainger choose us for some whitening treatment prior to her heat of Miss England, in early June. Tamsin entered the Miss Cheltenham competition after her friend won Miss Cheltenham in 2016 and convinced her to ‘have a go’. This attitude really seems to sum up Tamsin as she told us she was a bit of a tomboy and was bullied at school. This didn’t stop her becoming the youngest, female Karate black belt in the UK! Tamsin has been enjoyand with her travels and whitening – this will foling a Gap Year before studies. If you are interlow in a separate News she takes up a place at ested in teeth whitening item next week. We wish Tamsin sucBucks New Uni in treatments, just give us cess at Miss England September this year. a call on 01684 295900. Reading, ‘Events Management and Creative Industries’ she hopes that taking part in the Miss England event will give her lots of insight into large event planning. During her Gap Year, Tamsin has worked in hospitality. At the nearby Edinburgh Park Hotel and also in Bath. In a few weeks she departs for Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam before beginning her university course. You may not know but the swim suits are no longer part of Miss England and now entrants are required to demonstrate their personality, particularly relating to charitable work and green credentials. Tamsin agreed to let us take a few pictures Miss Cheltenham, Tamsin Grainger, outside to help us explain how Tewkesbury Dental after having her teeth whitened. we provide home teeth

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SEVERN UNIT MVS GOES OFFSHORE In early June the Tewkesbury based Severn Unit Maritime Volunteer Service embarked on their annual training trip down the Severn Estuary and Bristol Channel. Head of Unit Nic Price said “We had hoped to go across to Cardiff and South Wales then make our way across to the Somerset Coast to Porlock and Watchet but unfortunately due to the inclement weather which included Storm Force 9 Gales we had to make major alterations to our plans and instead we went into Bristol via Portishead. It gave some of our newer members a taste of what the Bristol Channel can be like and how quickly the weather and sea conditions change.” Nic also commented how, prior to the trip, Unit members David Peet and Will Fish had to rescue a lady who was a non swimmer who fell overboard on the Avon near Tewkesbury. He said “We practice this “Man Overboard” Exercise regularly and we were pleased it went well and we could help the lady to safety using our Unit boat Minerva.”

MVS Minerva negotiating the area known as the Hen & Chickens and avoiding Lyde Rock while approaching the first Severn Crossing.

TEWKESBURY BATTLEFIELD GUIDED WALKS Thursday 6th July Thursday 13th July Walks leave from the Crescent, Church Street, (by the bus stop) at 7.30pm and will last for about two hours. No booking necessary. Cost £2.50 for adults. Under 15 free. Stout waterproof shoes recommended if wet.

Halfords Traditional Butchers offer meats, sourced and produced as locally as possible Open: Monday to Friday 8.00am - 5.15pm Saturday 8.00am - 4.00pm

• Homemade pork pies, 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, BBQ selection, exotics range and frozen fish selection also available • Special offers available in store and bulk buy discounts

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OUR ALLEYWAYS by Steve Goodchild

THE HISTORY OF SCOTT’S ALLEY IN TEWKESBURY’S HIGH STREET The High Street entrance to Scott’s Alley was closed off and it became a court in about 1886. It was then entered only from Oldbury Road. This remained the case until the late 1950s when the remaining cottages were demolished and Sweets built a pair of garages across the entrance. The alley itself is slowly being absorbed into the gardens of the houses along the south of Trinity Street. The alley was named after Mr Scott, a whitesmith (tinsmith) and bell-hanger. He had a shop on the High Street and workshops in the alley. This probably explains the relatively small number of houses in the alley. In 1841 there were six households, and by 1881 this had reduced to two, with a common toilet and washroom. The ‘front house’ is now the Orange Pig, which would have been Scott’s ironmonger’s and

the alley entrance is now the door to 123 High Street. By 1870, it had become ‘Hodges’ Beerhouse’ (later to

become the Brewer’s Arms). Samuel Hodges was described as a brewer and his wife as a Tobacco pipe manufac-

Scott’s Alleyway

turer. It seems that moulding clay pipes was a cottage industry; the cottage in Lilley’s Alley called ‘Clay Pipes’ is evidence for this. The Hodges were owners of one of Tewkesbury’s two ‘clay pipe factories’ where the pipes were fired in kilns. Pottery kilns and cottages make uncomfortable neighbours in alleys, and the residents were obviously unhappy. It first hit the news in 1876 when John Taunton was summoned for threatening a boy

Scott’s Alleyway more is heard about the matter, probably because the kiln was shut down. In 1882, the Brewers Arms was sold, with part of Scott’s Alley. In 1883, the beer licence was removed because the property had become a

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who was shaking the dust out of the factory’s mats in the alley. In 1879, the council considered a complaint about smoke and excessive heat. They were worried about the effect on the cottage it was attached to, but stopped short of ordering its closure. They ordered Mr Hodges to raise the chimney by 20 feet. He promised to do this, and to change from burning coal to coke. He, of course, prevaricated. In 1880, the surveyor reported that all was satisfactory, and nothing

private dwelling. Soon after this the High Street entrance was closed off, with half of the alley being lost to public view, and only three houses remained, with access from Oldbury Road. This entrance is still marked by the pair of garages next to No. 11, the Trinity Church offices, which closed it off. The story of Scott’s Court mirrors that of

many alleys. The cottages were the ‘typical’ three floors with a single room on each floor and very few creature comforts. There were some scandals and inter-family tensions and feuds, some of which were settled in court. There were tragedies, such as the terrible injuries to William Pitman’s son, whose clothes were set alight by a candle and David Green, killed in a at railway disaster Charfield. By 1938, Scott’s Court was caught up in the slum clearance programme, with No’s 2 and 3 slated for clearance. The war intervened, though, and the Council took them over and renovated them, at £15 per house, to help with the emergency demand for housing. They didn’t survive long after the war. The last record in the press is a small-ad in 1946, where Mr Northey was selling his motorcycle, a Brough twin, for £15. By 1960 all three cottages had gone and the alley became just a memory.

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PET FOOD DELIVERED TO YOUR DOOR! For those who have busy lives and those who have difficulty in getting about there is a new pet food delivery service that now operates in the area. Local lady and pet lover, Vicky Richardson has launched her new delivery service, Dogs Dinners. Covering North Gloucestershire, Vicky delivers all the major brands including James Wellbeloved, Arden Grange, Royal Canin, Eukanuba, Burns and Iams, plus a range of raw feeds, which can be dropped off in refrigerated boxes to keep the food frozen. Vicky’s prices are competitive, and most

deliveries are free, there are not the overheads of running a shop, and there is a tailor made service which includes, tracking, with a reminder service for customers when they should be running low on food. Dogs Dinners also supply other pet foods, which, include Cat, Rabbit, small animal, Chicken and Goat, and new lines will be introduced, through customer demand and by recommendation.

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Larry Blacker explained that the Tewkesbury Nature Reserve was formed to provide a flood relief wetland and a habitat for wildlife that people can enjoy. Volunteers help with maintaining the site and recording species but funding has to be sourced for major groundworks. What has been achieved in 3 years is truly remarkable. The next meeting on July 12th Ruth Lowe will continue the story of Mary Quant accompanied by her amazing collection of clothing and memorabilia. Visitors and new members are welcome. Telephone 01684 292067 for more information.

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The Photography & Art Department at Bredon School are delighted to welcome everyone to our annual end of year exhibition of work. We have on display, a wide range of fabulous artwork and photography from our Year 11’s, 12’s and 13’s. Students have produced an amazing and diverse range of work from sculptural to conceptual, fine art and commercial. Our focus within the art department is very much on nurturing a creative environment where anything is possible and we strive to teach our students the skills and knowledge to visually communicate their ideas and opinions. We are very proud of what they have achieved and would welcome you to come along and see it for yourselves. The exhibition is now open daily between 9-4 at Bredon School, Pull Court, Bushley, GL20 6AH. The exhibition finishes on the 5th July. By Vicki Haines, Head of Photography and Art.

THE 4TH BUSHLEY CC CRICKET & ALE FESTIVAL Saturday 8th July 10.00am - Late 6-a-side Cricket competition Player registration 10.00am First game will start promptly at 10.30am All ages, families, girls and boys welcome £6 entry p/person (inc. t-shirt & food voucher) Cricket ends with a winner’s presentation Live music and evening food Beer tent serving ale, cider & soft drinks all day To pre-register team please contact the dub at: bushleycc@gmail.com

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EUROPE’S LARGEST TRUCK SHOW RETURNS TO MALVERN Truckfest South West & Wales will return to the Three Counties Showground on the first weekend in July - and this year it’s going to be huge. Each year the event grows with more trucks and people attending the hugely popular outdoor event. Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd July 2017’s show will bring more trucks, more celebrities and more entertainment. Whilst retaining its unique feel, events are set to enhance the visitor experience with new elements not previously seen, bringing them right up to date with all that’s best in the road haulage industry, entertainment features and main arena action. Ice Road Truckers stars Lisa Kelly and Todd Dewey will be greeting fans all weekend and new to the event this year is the outrageous Jesse McClure, from Storage Hunters. He will be joining Todd Dewey in the main arena as co-host. The fabulous Monster Truck ‘Swampthing’ will be in action in the main arena, with lots of stunts and car crushing which is always a popular attraction. With the spectacular

AFTER THE RECENT FIRE AT OUR PREMISES WE ARE RELOCATING TO THE FORMER

RYGOR WORKSHOPS IN NORTHWAY LANE We are carrying out MOT testing with our own staff at alternative premises 䡵 Ice Road Trucker Todd Dewey: at Truckfest in July Malvern Hills in the background the Truckfest team love to return to this venue especially when the sun shines.

With live action and stunts from top stunt driver Jason Smyth and live action shows from him in the main arena all weekend, there is . This is one of the largest truck events within the UK and has

been pulling in truck enthusiasts and Industry key players for over 35 years. The logistics sector contributes £85 Billion to the UK economy and many of the major fleet operators. Over 150 fleet operators (including some of UK’s prime movers) attend the nine UK shows, so it is the perfect venue for all those in the trucking industry. Parking at this year’s event is free, with special provision for disabled motorists. Tickets can be prebooked online at www.truckfest.co.uk

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GARDENING

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PLUMBING & HEATING

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UPHOLSTERY & CARPET CARE

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A celebration of the famous Bugatti motor marque is being held at Prescott Hill this month. Saturday 15th July will see a relaxed day of competition, supported by a gathering of some of the finest Bugatti cars in the UK. Many pre-war models will be on show including the iconic Type 35 Grand Prix car. The Bugatti Owners’ Club has been based at Prescott since the late 1930s, and hillclimb championship have been staged on the purpose built tarmac track. There will also be other saloons, sports cars and single seaters racing up hill against the clock at this special event. First car on the track will be around 8.30am, with a scheduled finish around 5.30pm. Children of 14 and under go free when accompanied by a paying adult. Details www.prescott-hillclimb.com

Yer us bist down The Farmers Arms Lower Apperley, where tis alus a good pint. Me and the Mrs coming back Satdy 29th July fer App-Fest- bit of music, good scran and a great crack!

Panorama Tower Open at Croome Capability Brown’s Panorama Tower at Croome Park will be open to the public this month. On Sunday 9th July visitors can climb to the top to enjoy 360 degree views to the Malverns, Bredon Hill and over the surrounding vales.

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The tower is open from 11.00am to 5.00pm and admission is free. For visitors walking through the National Trust’s parkland or from Croome Court, normal admission charges will apply. For directions and more details visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/croome

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POSITIVE THINKING with David Slater

CARRYING BURDENS This month I share a thought-provoking story with you, I found it on the net. The original author is unknown, writes counsellor and therapist David Slater. One morning a person wasted nearly an hour watching a tiny ant carry a huge feather across the back terrace. Several times it was

confronted by obstacles in its path and after a momentary pause it would make the necessary detour. At one point the ant

had to negotiate a crack in the concrete about 10mm wide. After brief contemplation the ant laid the feather over the crack, walked across it and picked up the feather on the other side then continued on its way. The person was fascinated by the ingenuity of this ant, one of God’s smallest creatures. It served to reinforce the miracle of creation. Here was a minute insect, lacking in size yet equipped with a brain to reason, explore, discover and overcome. But this ant, like the two-legged co-residents of this planet, also shares human failings. After some time the ant finally reached its destination – a flower bed at the end of the terrace and a small hole that was the entrance to its underground home. And it was here that the ant finally met its match. How could that large

feather possibly fit down that small hole? Of course it couldn’t. So the ant, after all this trouble and exercising great ingenuity, overcoming problems all along the way, just abandoned the feather and went home. The ant had not thought the problem through before it began its epic journey and in the end the feather was nothing more than a burden. Isn’t life like that? We worry about our family, we worry about money or the lack of it, we worry about work, about where we live, about all sorts of things. These are all burdens – the things we pick up along life’s path and lug them around the obstacles and over the crevasses that life will bring, only to find that at the destination they are useless and we can’t take them with us. David Slater

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