Tewkesbury Direct Magazine October 2020

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CURTAIN RISES AGAIN AT THE ROSES THEATRE Tewkesbury's Roses Theatre is now open to the public again, and tickets have post-lockdown events. films and screenings, stage live productions Initially opening hours our Box Office are still under the current limitawill be limited, whilst busy contacting everytions. They are, howevtheatre staff adjust to one waiting to hear er, in the fortunate posinew ways of working. about postponed or cantion of being a cinema On weekdays, the Box celled shows. too, which (at the time of Office will be open The theatre would like going to press) can operbetween 10am and 4pm to extend its continued ate with social distancand on Saturdays 10am ing rules applied. and 1pm. As always, the Films now showing Box Office will open an include some which hour before any event were unable to be scheduled outside these screened back in March, times. plus several new releasIt's well publicised es. that the majority of theAs well as taking atres (including The bookings for these new Roses) are unable to

gone on sale for the first thanks to all customers for their patience and understanding during this time.

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RAMBLING AROUND Take a walk in the Autumn countryside with Jack - page 26

INSIDE THIS MONTH Ashchurch Camp in WWII - see page 14 Lottery funding for local steam loco group see page 20 Help light Tewkesbury this Christmas see page 36 What’s green on the local scene - page 46

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This is a very unusual story, partially why I selected to read it, as the blurb had intrigued me. In fact, I think that the brief synopsis "In the lawless, drought-ridden lands of Arizona Territory in 1893 two extraordinary lives collide" is a bit misleading, but certainly beguiling.

We first meet Lurie, who has a price on his head, and has a tenacious lawman on his trail for most of the book. He is of Middle East origin, his Anglicised name derived from Djuric.

After various narrow escapes he falls in with a caravan of camels destined for the US army.

This is factual; there was the Beale Wagon Road of camels between Arizona and California seen as ideal carriers across the deserts; the American Civil War intervened, and the animals lost in the desert's haze of history's memory, to now be very well remembered by this prize winning author. She won the Orange prize for her first book "The Tiger's Wife".

Lurie is an interesting character who becomes very attached to his camel. Also fellow handler Jolly, with whom Lurie establishes a firm friendship. It is their escapades, over many years, which form the greater part of this story. Their adventures, and camel riding, allows the author to introduce fresh ideas into the traditional Western, and to describe some bleak landscapes.

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We witness disputes that interfere with the lives of the Lark family, their farm, and their business. Local politics, lawlessness and rivalries permeate the pages where Nora's story is told, and throughout she talks to her dead daughter Evelyn.

The events of this day mount as do the tensions within the household and with their neighbours until the new day dawns and the novel's denouement throws light on their uncertain lives.

One of the joys of this book apart from the unusual storyline is the descriptive text, Obreht has an ability with words and she conjures up some great pictures in the reader's mind; one book to savour, not to rush, like the steady pace of a camel across a deserted landscape.

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Local Car Park Payment Options? 䡵 DEAR TEWKESBURY DIRECT: I write regarding the letter published on page 21 of September 2020’s edition of Tewkesbury Direct.

I live in Station Street Tewkesbury, and I can see the car park easily, being on the first floor of the Maltings.

The car park entrance and exit is in Station Street, and the ticket machine near the entrance was recently changed to RingGo only.

I have seen a lot of people turn around and left the car park. This Ringo Machine did not tell people that the other one in the car park accepted cash.

Later they changed this machine to take coins, and the other one to take only RingGo. I asked a car park attendant what the reason was, and his answer was that the firm who empty the machines charge to WASH the, money!

I paid some coins into Lloyds Bank, and when I told them what I was told they just laughed.

It seems to me that TBC just want it easy for themselves.

I wonder how many other councils have changed to RingGo, only?

Yours sincerely, Allen Snow, Tewkesbury.

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With a membership of 150, the Tewkesbury Fair Society have made the decision to postpone the membership

renewals currently due until next year (2021).

Yours sincerely, Steve Perry, (Chairman), Tewkesbury Fair Society.

䡵 Mop, 2017

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Tewkesbury Fair Society 䡵 DEAR TEWKESBURY DIRECT: We are disappointed that this year’s Mop Fair has been called off, but with Tewkesbury’s relatively narrow streets and alleyways crowded with people, there would be a risk of spreading Corona-virus.

The Fair Society therefore supported he decision to cancel this year’s Mop Fair.

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TEWKESBURY THEN AND NOW with John Dixon of Tewkesbury Historical Society

䡵 Lloyds Bank, 1929: the brand new facade (Pic:R.Wherrett)

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This is a real piece of architectural deception, writes John Dixon of Tewkesbury Historical Society. Most visitors think this is an original Tudor/Jacobean building – especially when they spot the historic date of 1761.

That should be a hint that things are not as expected - the Date is Georgian! Visitors will then spot the date 1921 – this is the accurate one which exhibits the pride of the Bank when it refurbished its Tewkesbury HQ in 1921. Before WWI there were three branches but, after a national bank merger, the Church Street branch was closed – the eagle-eyed will spot the building next to the Tourist Information Centre with the word “Bank” still displayed.

Comparing the building of today with 1902, we can applaud, not only the transformation of an ugly box shape, but also the expansion and incorporation of a smaller box at 20 High Street.

This refurbishment was probably the last example of an enthusiastic trend from c1890 when several buildings were refurbished in what was thought of as the celebrated Tudor Style. Thomas Collins used his own money to transform the centre of the town with other buildings such as the Berkeley Arms [genuine!] Cross House and the Tudor House, home of the infant John Moore. The architectural historian David Verey slated the Tudor House by accusing the owner of “tacking on floorboards” to the elegant exterior.

It is also interesting to compare the Bank’s interior, as it was until recently, with the much less imposing buildings of its rivals (except the Halifax and maybe TSB). With the lamentable passing of Barclays, let us hope we can continue to cherish our banks, however much they have misled us architecturally!

䡵 Lloyds Bank, Tewkesbury High Street, 2020

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䡵 The accurate date of the re-built facade

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䡵 Roger and George Workman with five Cotteswold Dairy staff who received long service awards in September. Left to right are: Glenn Hill (25 years), Dave Hodges (25 years), Julie Danter (15 years), Roger Workman, Hazel Ireland (35 years), George Workman and Pete Scrivens (15 years).

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Street Banners 2020

By Andrew Lawrence The medieval street banners that have now become such a feature of the town during the summer months came close to not being hung this year. Members and friends of The Tewkesbury Battlefield Society had been getting together to repair and repainted them when social distancing and the lockdown stopped all group working.

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It was feared that it would not be possible to finish the work and get them hung as usual. But ‘never say die’ The Battlefield Society decided to carry on and with fantastic help from our painters, who took to working from home, they fished refurbishing all of our 170 banners ready for the summer.

Normally the society has a couple of days exhibiting the banners in the Town Hall where interested people can have a close look at them and maybe book one to have on their property during the summer. As this event also fell victim to the lockdown restrictions we were left with the option of contacting people who had previously had banners and asking if they would like one this year.

The response was amazing. Once the word got around that the banners were going up, as usual, we were inundated with requests. Some from people who had never had one before.

Next came the problem of organising work-

ing parties to put them up. This problem was overcome by the use of Family Pods. So, each of the main streets in town and the Gloucester Road area had a Family Pod organised to work independently of each other to hang the requested banners.

The people of Tewkesbury responded in their usual generous manner initially by making donations to the society, these will ensure that the banners tradition can continue. And they also posted nearly 12,000 favourable comments on social media sites. We truly appreciate that level of support and it makes the project even more worthwhile.

Sadly, the banners

will have to come down at the end of September when the work of repair and repainting will begin again. We will then be ready for 2021, which will be the 550th anniversary of the battle of Tewkesbury. Then we hope to have even more banners on display to help mark this notable year. Restrictions permitting, work will start on them every Monday afternoon from the beginning of October in Elizabeth Wyatt House, Barton Road.

Visitors are always welcome to drop in to see what we are doing and if they feel capable have a go at a bit of painting.

In these difficult times The Tewkesbury Battlefield Society thanks all those people who have already given their time and painting skills to such great effect. And to the people and businesses of the town who have hosted the finished banners.

Without their support we would not have a such unique and colourful town.

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Knitters final fundraising year Twyning fundraisers Anita and Sam Haycock are bowing out on a high note after handing over a cheque for £1400 to the Worcester-based charity Acorns Childrens’ Hospice.

“At the beginning of 2020 we decided that this would be our final year or raising money for Acorns Hospice by selling knitted animals complete with Creme Eggs,” said Anita.

“Sam is now in his 93rd year and I am in my 82nd, and we’d already completed 22 year selling Easter animals, initially in aid of the old Tewkesbury Hospital.

“When this was knocked down, we decided to raise money for Acorns.

“Our team of knitters gradually got depleted due to age, infirmity and sadly death in some cases.

“We thought - ‘one last year’ - then COVID19 struck and all our outlets went into lockdown!

“Eventually, after many months, we managed to collect the money and left-over animals together with their chocolate eggs.

“Despite Easter having come and gone, we were able to distribute some to Chance Street School (and we are sure the children appreciated them!)

“A huge number also went to Acorns, where

own way, firstly in raising money for Tewkesbury Hospital, and then for Acorns Childrens’ Hospital in Worcester.

“We shall miss you all, but hopefully will see many of you around the village as well as in Tewkesbury. Keep well and keep safe!”

they were distributed to families via food parcels.

“At long last we have been able to collect all the tins and count the money. Many thanks to Mike and Louise at Tewkesbury Cards & Gifts for their help.

“Finally, we would like to thank everyone who has helped in their

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THE ADVENTURES OF VICKY & SPONGE, AN AMAZING STORY OF COMPASSION Written by Jason Blackburn of Northway We adopted two rescue chickens from the British Hen Welfare Trust in Hereford. We named them Vicky and Sponge. If we had room for a third it would have been called Jam. The chickens settled in well and began producing eggs almost immediately. All was well for four days and then we noticed Sponge had blood on her tail feathers. Chickens are attracted to the colour red, so Vicky was pecking at Sponge’s wound, making it worse. A visit to the vets – the wonderful team at Folly Gardens revealed that Sponge had a streptococcal infection, a common condition for caged birds. Sadly, Sponge had actually developed a tear in her Egg Vent. At first we tried various creams to treat the infection in the hope it would heal naturally. The wound attracted flies and maggots quickly developed, requiring a second trip to Folly Gardens. We then had a week of keeping Sponge indoors with tablets and creams to treat the infection and heal the wound. At one point with the chicken wrapped in an old towel it took three of us to get her to swallow a crushed tablet!

A week later came a very difficult decision.

Brad at Folly Gardens advised that with the wound not healing; an operation to stitch the

wound was probably Sponge’s only hope.

Although we’d only had the chickens a matter of days, they’d already

streets. Standing in the hall, about to send out messages on Facebook, we could hear her but not see her. Then she

Vicky and Sponge become part of the family. If we hadn’t adopted them they would have become cat food, and now we needed to step in again to give Sponge a fighting chance.

The operation went well, and Sponge was a popular house guest at the vets as she recovered. Two weeks convalescence, with a makeshift run in our front path, the run of the hall and the kitchen and her own bed in our utility room seemed to do the trick. Sponge became very domesticated and we couldn’t believe it when she managed to climb the stairs. Unable to find her one afternoon we started to scour the

poked her head out from our bedroom at the top of the stairs, wondering what all the fuss was about.

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Sponge’s stitches came out and Brad was thrilled with her progress.

We then reunited Sponge with Vicky in their run. Vicky was beside herself running up and down as Sponge came bounding down the garden. They are now settled together again, and steadily filling out.

It’s been quite a start to our chicken adventure but we are so pleased that we could make a difference. Best of all Sponge has started producing the occasional egg. We can’t eat them yet because of the medication but with time and a little luck fresh eggs will be the order of the day.

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It is a great shame that the Mop Fair has been cancelled this year. Good that Tewkesbury Fair Society will be running a stall to ensure that the Mop charter is complied with.

If you cannot get through October without seeing gallopers in action, Tewkesbury Museum welcomes you to visit its model fair, with working rides, set in the streets of 1950’s Tewkesbury, Lights, music, action.

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A beautiful detached cottage tucked away off the high street with river views. 3 bedrooms; master with snug; modern kitchen/ dining room; lounge; bathroom; private mooring; garden. EPC E.

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Bredon

£385,000

£385,000

£350,000

A great opportunity to own one of Tewkesbury’s historic buildings. 3 bedrooms; lounge; dining room; kitchen; bathroom; courtyard with brick outbuilding; large open plan shop floor with kitchen and wc. Grade II*.

A spacious chalet bungalow offering versatile accommodation. 3/4 bedrooms; modern kitchen/ dining room; lounge; study; 2 shower rooms; bathroom; utility; single garage; private rear garden; driveway parking.

EPC D.

Link detached home in this popular village location. 3 double bedrooms; lounge; dining room; conservatory; kitchen/ breakfast room; garage; garden; driveway parking.

EPC D.

Walton Cardiff

Bredon

Walton Cardiff

£340,000

Located within a small cul du sac overlooking a green adjacent to open fields. 4 bedrooms; master with ensuite; dual aspect lounge; dining room; kitchen/ breakfast room; utility; wc; family bathroom; single garage; pretty garden.

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£325,000

A lovely double fronted bungalow with far reaching views over the river to the Malvern Hills. 2 bedrooms; lounge with log burner; dual aspect kitchen/ breakfast room; conservatory; bathroom; garage; driveway parking; garden.

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£295,000

Sought after location for this lovely detached home. 3 good sized bedrooms; master with ensuite; lounge; modern kitchen/ dining room; downstairs wc; family bathroom; single garage; low maintenance garden; parking. EPC C.

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Beautifully presented throughout, this town centre property really has been loved. 3/4 bedrooms; kitchen/ dining room with log burner; lounge; downstairs shower room; upstairs bathroom; utility room; private rear courtyard. Grade II Listed.

A beautifully presented semi detached home ready to move straight into. 3 bedrooms; master with fitted wardrobes; large lounge; modern kitchen; separate dining room; wc; upstairs bathroom; driveway parking; garden; corner plot. EPC E.

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Newtown

£257,950

£250,000

£250,000

Great location for this town centre property with river views. 3 bedrooms; master with ensuite; dual aspect lounge/ dining room; kitchen; wc; family bathroom; single garage en bloc; parking; no onward chain. EPC tba.

End terraced modern town house, well presented and ready to move straight into. 3 double bedrooms; master with ensuite; lounge; kitchen/ breakfast room; dining room; family bathroom; garage; low maintenance rear garden; no onward chain. EPC C.

This is a lovely extended semi detached home. 3 good sized bedrooms; lounge; sitting room; dining room; kitchen; family bathroom; wc; garden; detached single garage; driveway parking. EPC D.

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Walton Cardiff

Bredon

£245,000

£235,000

£225,000

End terrace town house within easy walking distance of the town centre. 4 bedrooms; utility/ garden room; kitchen/ breakfast room; lounge; shower room; garage; driveway parking; garden; no onward chain. EPC C.

Semi detached home in a quiet location. 3 bedrooms; lounge; kitchen; dining room; wc; upstairs family bathroom; garage en bloc; parking; solar panels; garden; no onward chain. EPC B.

A beautifully updated bungalow with a popular development for the over 55s. Double bedroom with fitted wardrobes; lounge; kitchen/ dining room; shower room; conservatory; allocated parking; no onward chain.

EPC D.

Walton Cardiff

Walton Cardiff

Tewkesbury

£215,000

A lovely end of terrace home on the outskirts of Tewkesbury. 3 bedrooms; master with fitted wardrobes; kitchen/ dining room; lounge; upstairs bathroom; garage; parking; garden. EPC C.

£200,000

Always popular, the Mallory design house type offers space with a lovely rear garden. 2 double bedrooms; master with ensuite; kitchen/ dining room; lounge; bathroom; single garage en bloc. EPC C.

£135,000

A spacious and light lower ground floor apartment for the over 55s. 2 bedooms; lounge/ dining room; kitchen; bathroom; store room; unallocated parking; communal gardens; 24 hour care line; on site day manager; no onward chain. EPC C.

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A NEW BOOK CHRONICLES THE LIFE OF ASHCHURCH ARMY CAMP

by Fran and Martin Collins Our latest book: “Keep ’Em Rollin’, Keep ‘Em Shootin’, Keep ‘Em Supplied” takes its name from the motto of the U.S. supply depot at Ashchurch during World War 2, known as G-25.

G.25’s role was to supply U.S. troops in U.K. and Europe with vehicles and armaments from 1942 until the end of the war. The depot, which had originally been a British Army depot, was entrusted to the U.S. forces as part of an agreement between British and American war planning committees. It was to become the largest U.S. military supply depot in the U.K. during the war.

In 1943, as a result of British production plants being unable to assemble enough military vehicles for the U.S. forces imminently expected in the U.K. as part of Operation Bolero,

a military vehicle assembly plant was established at the base. After D-Day, there was less demand for more military vehicles and by mid-1945 the depot’s main mission was to pack and return U.S. military equipment to the U.S. with a workforce consisting mainly of German P.O.W.s and British civilian workers.

In May 1946, the depot was handed back to the British Army.

The book chronicles the wartime activities of Ashchurch and its satellite camps, such as Toddington, Alderton and Gotherington in the area around Tewkesbury, using U.S.

military archive materials as well as stories and photos from newspapers of the time, local people and G.I.s who served there. It also looks into the impact the soldiers (both black and white) had on the area around Tewkesbury, focusing on the effect the G.I.s had on the children and the young ladies of the area.

(There were a number of G.I. weddings in Tewkesbury and the surrounding area.)

Signed copies are now available from the authors at £12.95 & £2 p&p.

Please contact the authors at francollins@mail.com if you are interested in a copy.

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Spacious living accommodation which has been extended and updated in recent years to provide the needs of modern day living. Open plan living space which provides a bespoke hand made kitchen/breakfast with integral appliances. The 28 ft mooring is an added bonus making it perfect for the boating enthusiasts. EPC TBA.

Well presented 3 bedroom family home. Views to the rear aspect over open countryside and benefits from a 260 ft rear landscaped garden comes which comes with an allotment, shed and poly tunnel. An entertaining area with summer house, hot tub (negotiable) and pizza oven make it ideally suited for those that like to entertain and dine Al-fresco whilst at the same time the keen gardener would enjoy living the "good life" growing their own produce. EPC TBA.

A modern contemporary style with 3 bedrooms and a well landscaped garden. Extended and updated with the potential for a loft conversion to provide a master bedroom with en-suite subject to planning. Kitchen/diner offers a modern/country feel with quartz worktops, a double oven, laminate wood flooring and a multi fuel stove.

Lounge offers a contemporary style with bay window.

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This well presented 3 bedroom family home has been extended and updated in recent years to provide spacious living accommodation to suit the needs of modern day living. The main feature is the open plan kitchen/dining/family room which gives plenty of space for all the family to enjoy, whilst the lounge has a feature brick fireplace. On the first floor the bedrooms are serviced by the modern family bathroom. EPC D.

Beautifully presented 3 bed family home with views to the front aspect over open countryside. Extended and updated to a high standard. A modern fitted kitchen with a separate utility room. The lounge offers a feature fireplace and patio doors out onto the private rear garden. The 3 bedrooms are serviced by the modern fitted family bathroom. Double glazing, gas central heating, cloakroom, private front garden, garage and off road parking for 2 cars. EPC D.

3 bedroom family home overlooking Ashchurch playing fields to the rear aspect. The lounge with its patio doors onto the rear private landscaped garden add to the appeal. A modern fitted kitchen/diner and office/utility are an added bonus. 3 bedrooms all have fitted wardrobes and are serviced by the family bathroom. Double glazing, gas central heating and off road parking for 2 cars. Located within walking distance to the primary school for families with children. EPC C.

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HISTORY MATTERS with John Dixon of Tewkesbury Historical Society

A taste of history: the Abbey Brewery in Tewkesbury The Arnold, Perrett & Co. Wickwar Brewery was founded in that village in 1820 firstly with the name Arnold but it expanded to take over other concerns and adopted this name in 1887, writes John Dixon.

It came to Tewkesbury in 1896 when it took over the Tewkesbury Brewery Co. but changed its name to the Abbey Brewery.

The 1901 illustration from Gardner’s Guide shows that it was both architecturally beautiful, as well as being functional - the working part of the brewery can be seen down Smith’s Lane. It also owned the Shakespeare next door (now St Richard’s Charity Bookshop).

The brewery historical website lists 232 pubs in the south west with Tewkesbury boasting 12: among them prestigious ones such as the Black Bear, the Bell and the Wheatsheaf as well as the former Aurora in Church Street, which could really boast about having the first public-house flushing toilet in Tewkesbury.

In 1924, however, the brewery merged with the Cheltenham Original Brewery Co. Ltd , and brewing ceased.

(Ironically, perhaps, the Wickwar Brewery was resurrected in 1990).

The Brewery was revived as Tewkesbury Garage, famously once visited by aviatrix, Amy Johnson. It did not, however, survive the iconoclasm of the modern age which saw the site cleared for a series of small sized supermarkets (can any reader name them all?) before Poundland opened in 2014 – and remains.

What a pity that the politicians and architects did not show a little more respect, demolish the redundant working bits - but maintain that glorious facade.

䡵 (Left) Poundland, in 2014 and (above) The Abbey Brewery in 1901 (illustration from Gardner’s Guide)

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The A38 Then

The A38 Now

A38 at Shuthonger, a time-lapse comparison The A38, was a major arterial route before the advent of the M5 motorway. Petrol stations and garages lined the route, but today many have disappeared.

In the photograph we

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can observe Twyning service station, owned by the Ebsworth family, and in the distance, the Crown Inn can be seen.

The recent view is obscured by trees, but the garage is long gone, replaced by an attractive

housing development.

The Crown Inn continues to serve the community and is also home to Uncle Chen, a popular Chinese restaurant and takeaway, that has served the community well during the Covid situation.

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Since the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdown of The 2874 Trust, which is restoring 1918-built Great Western Railway heavy freight locomotive no. 2874, training projects were put on hold.

All work at the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway (GWSR) was stopped to ensure the safety of the public, staff and volunteers.

David Foster, Chairman of The 2874 Trust said: “Now our base at the GWSR has re-opened we are able to resume our training projects. Thanks to the National Lottery grant we have some additional tools and the personal protection equipment necessary to ensure our volunteers can work and learn in safety.

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WHEELS MAKE THE CAR They are expected to do so much, and endure the rigours of the conditions thrown at them, but the look, and condition of road wheels can make or impair the look of any car.

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Prior to the skim, all recesses and depressions on the wheel will have been prepared and repainted, then all that remains is to refinish, with an ultra tough, durable two pack lacquer finish, to protect against all weathers.

Certainly, recutting, is the best choice for restoring a machine finish, it will enhance the value, as well as the owners pride in any vehicle.

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EXCITING “PRIDE OF BRISTOL” EXERCISE FOR SEVERN UNIT MVS MEMBER Head of Severn Unit Maritime Volunteer Service Nic Price said “Jane Thomas, one of our Founder members and an Ex RNXS member, had her “Lockdown Blues” lifted during August by a very interesting invitation to join MV “Pride of Bristol”, an ex Fleet Tender, in Bristol’s Floating Harbour and took part in an exciting overnight exercise in the Severn Estuary.”

The crew joined the ship just after 13.00 on 15th August at Mardyke in Bristol, received a briefing from the skipper and duties were allocated, with Jane being assigned to the helm.

After taking on victuals they made ready to sail and proceeded through Cumberland Basin and Entrance Lock then up the River Avon to Avonmouth.

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Exciting Time Ahead for Fourth Generation Farming Family: Court Farm Shop’s Successful Butchery to Expand

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Court Farm is built upon a strong history of traditional family farming as well as the valued loyalty of their customers.

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RAMBLING AROUND with Jack B. Walker

DUMBLETON IN AUTUMN Like its near neighbour Bredon, Dumbleton Hill is an outlier of the Cotswolds, writes Jack B. Walker.

This particular route takes us through some lovely woodland and across landscaped parklands - a grand walk at any time of year, although some paths can be muddy after rain.

Park at the side of the road near the church, leaving access for farm machinery which uses the lanes year-round.

Dogs on leads please, as livestock graze both fields and parkland.

Walk along the main street and take the turning on the left into Dairy Lane (1).

Passing the Village Hall on your left, walk to the end of the lane towards the cricket club, and look for a stile in a metal fence on the right (2).

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woods. Go through the gate (3) and follow the path through the trees.

On your left you can see the remains of an overgrown ice house, which dates back to the days when Dumbleton Hall was a fashionable private residence.

The Hall was acquired by the Post Office and used as a holiday retreat for employees for many years. It is now a stylish country house hotel.

Follow the path around the edge of the wood, following the way marker arrows.

There are good views to your right of Bredon Hill and the Vale of Evesham beyond. There

are often cattle in these fields – and I have, in the past, encountered a bull here. Docile, but do proceed with caution!

Eventually you will meet a bridleway coming up from Didcot Farm (4). Turn left and follow the track as it climbs towards the edge of a wood.

Go through the gate (5) and follow the obvious path as it climbs steeply to the top of the hill. Parts of the bridleway here can become slippery and muddy after rain, particularly in winter months.

As you reach the top of the hill the path levels out and there are some views to the Cotswolds through clearings in the trees.

The woods you will walk through are home to various herds of deer; fallow, roe and muntjac may all be encountered.

Buzzards and red kites also nest in the trees here and you are quite likely to hear their cries and see them wheeling in the sky above you.

Eventually you will reach a farm gate on

䡵 Please note: sheep/cattle in fields. Keep dogs on leads and observe all advice and restrictions which apply at the time of your walk. 䡵 Distance: approx. 3.5 miles, one steep climb 䡵 Car parking: near the churchyard by Dumbleton Hall gates, or with consideration to residents, in the village street. Leave access for farm machinery. your left (6) which leads to Hill Farm. Go through the gate and walk across the fields at the summit, then through another gate to the right of the farm (7). Descend on the tarmac road through Dumbleton Park.

The hall can be seen on your left – and you might see the fountain in the ornamental pond with its small family of black swans too.

At the bottom of the park, pass between some farm cottages belonging to Dumbleton Estate (8), and take the lane ahead back to the church.

The parish church and graveyard are worth a detour: the travel writer Paddy Leigh Fermor is buried here, alongside his wife Joan and brother-in-law Lord Monsell, formerly of Dumbleton Hall.

Subject to local licensing restrictions and availability. Wetherspoon plc reserves the right to withdraw/change offers (without notice) at any time. Please see main menu and customer information screens for allergen information, additional details and terms and conditions. Photography is for guidance only. For more facts drinkaware.co.uk and jdwetherspoon.com

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Helping to alleviate pain and discomfort in older pets Following on from last month’s musings regarding the importance of dental health for our senior pets health, we have seen an increase in dental cases coming in through the door, writes Brad Cooper of Folly Gardens Vets.

This has been really rewarding as hopefully more owners now understand the relationship of oral hygiene with their pets health.

For this reason we are extending our SeptemberSmile into October. The 10% discount on all dental procedures will continue for another month, so please call the surgery and we can get your cat, dog or rabbit booked in for oral care this October.

Another condition that dogs, cats (and other species for that matter) suffer from in older age is mobility issues and the clinical symptoms of these are not always easy to spot for owners.

Arthritis, joint disease and muscular discomfort are really quite common in middle aged and older pets and there is a great deal of help that we can provide to you and your pet to alleviate some of these symptoms.

Joint or muscular pain might manifest as an obvious limp or hopping, but sometimes the symptoms are more subtle such as a reduced willingness to run, jump, exercise or even just reduced appetite.

Cats in particular are impressive in

Brad Cooper

their ability to “hide”, muscular and skeletal discomfort and sometimes vets have to act a bit like a detective to determine where the source of discomfort is coming from.

The key in treating any muscular or skeletal pain is to determine where the discomfort originates and this is where a thorough history and clinical examination are necessary.

Sometimes, for a diagnosis to be made, investigative procedures are necessary such as X-rays, blood tests, joint fluid analysis - but once a diagnosis can be made, then a tailored treatment plan can be put in place for the individual pet.

At Folly Gardens Vets we offer pain management clinics and we have found them really beneficial to the quality of life

for young and older pets suffering from discomfort.

In particular we are seeing quite a lot of cases of forelimb (elbow and shoulder) and hindlimb (hips, knees and ankle) pain in all sizes of patients.

We offer a multimodal approach to pain management including surgery to address the underlying cause but also tailored medications to relieve discomfort as soon as possible.

We offer complimentary treatments such as physiotherapy, acupuncture and laser.

Finally, we perform regenerative medicine including intra-articular placement rich plasma (PRP) and stem cell therapy which has been proven to assist in the reduction of joint pain in dogs.

If you feel that your family member might be slowing down, lame for longer than a few days or just not quite bouncy pet that they were, there is much that we can do.

Please give us a call to make an appointment.

Wishing you and your pet well,

A healthy dog is a happy dog

October Smile Offer In the month of October we are offering a discount of 10% on all our dental procedures. Our practices are offering a full veterinary service and care within social distancing guidelines to keep everybody safe.

If you would like to email a good quality photo of your pets mouth to octobersmile @follygardens.com and one of our team will email back with either a happy smile advising all is well, or give some recommendations of what we can do to help.

Our promotion is open to all pet owners and not just those that are currently registered.

Brad

X-rays are sometimes necessary to diagnose problems and establish an effective treatment plan

Your Local, Independent Veterinary Clinics Folly Gardens Veterinary Clinic, 12 Columbine Road Walton Cardiff, Tewkesbury GL20 7SP

Telephone: 01684 292244 Also at Barton Road, Tewkesbury, Bishop’s Cleeve and Leckhampton, Cheltenham - www.follygardens.com TEWKESBURY DIRECT - 27

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A gastronomic experience to remember Special Banquet Night Every Tuesday Open 7 days a week

A family run Italian Restaurant A great selection to choose from on our à la carte menu - all government guidelines in place for worry-free dining Check out our delicious menu on the website www.zittoemangia.co.uk or call 01684 297017 to make a reservation

Local Recipes from the 1930s In 1939, the Gloucestershire Federation of Women’s Institutes published a book to provide a record of tried and tested recipes in use in the county’s homes. Traditional baking at its best - try this!

APPLE COCOA PUDDING Open: Mon-Sat 5.30pm-10.00pm 25 High Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5AT

Provided by Brockworth & Witcombe WI Ingredients: 8 ozs. breadcrumbs • 2 ozs. margarine or butter 2 ozs. sugar • cooking apples (stewed) 1 tablespoonful cocoa Put margarine into saucepan to melt. Mix sugar, breadcrumbs and cocoa; gradually mix into melted margarine. When heated and well mixed, line a pudding basin thickly; pour stewed apples in and cover with mixture - leave until the next day, then turn out. If liked, eat with cold custard sauce.

PANACHE Indian Restaurant Specialists in freshly prepared Bangladeshi & Indian Curry, Balti & Tandoori Dishes Opening Hours Lunch 12 noon - 2.00pm - Evening 5.30pm - 10.00pm

Dear Customers - Find our

extensive takeaway menu on Facebook - make your selection and

Tewkesbury’s famous Indian and Bangladeshi restaurant CELEBRATING 21 YEARS IN TEWKESBURY

OFFERING THREE SPACIOUS EN-SUITE ROOMS reopened for sightseers, fishermen, walkers, workers etc.

Call 01684 299584

RESTAURANT NOW FULLY OPEN

“Hope to see you all soon” - Tipu

TAKE AWAY MENU

61 High Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5BJ

Cottage Pie with Vegetables Beef or Vegetable Lasagne with Garlic Bread Curry and Rice • Stew with Vegetables Pie of the Day with Vegetables all at £7.50 per serving Soup with Baguette £3.50 per serving Two Pints Beer/Cider £8.00 per serving

DINE IN (please make a booking and pre-order from our online menu)

ALL GOVERNMENT MEASURES IN PLACE. DINE OUT • FREE DELIVERY (within specified areas of Tewkesbury)

Visit: www.rajshahirestaurantltd.co.uk Click takeaway menu. A menu PDF will download to your device, select a great meal, make your order and we can bring it to you.

QUIZ NIGHT At The Royal Oak, Main Road, Bredon, Tewkesbury GL20 7LW Restaurant Temporary Opening Times Mon-Thurs: 5.30pm-10.00pm (Closed Tuesday) Fri-Sun: 12pm-2.30pm and 5.30pm-10.00pm Pub Temporary Opening Times Mon-Thurs 4.00pm-10.00pm (Closed Tuesday) Fri-Sun: 12pm-10.00pm Thai Set Lunch 2 Courses £10.95

WEDNESDAY 14th OCTOBER 7.30pm start. £10 entry per team of four

PIE NIGHT THURSDAY 29TH OCTOBER Still £10 per person - all you can eat!!

TUESDAYS - STEAK NIGHT WEDNESDAYS - OAP LUNCHES THURSDAYS - CURRY NIGHT FRIDAYS - FISH NIGHT SATURDAYS - STEAK NIGHT SUNDAY ROASTS - THREE MEATS

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3: Which tune, composed in the 1950’s by Werner Thomas, became a hit record in 1981 for The Tweets, reaching No. 2 in the UK singles charts?

1: In which English town do Welsh Premier League football team The New Saints play their home games?

4: Who played Albert Steptoe in TV’s ‘Steptoe & Son?’

2: What is the capital city of Trinidad & Tobago?

5: Which British king reigned from 22nd January 1901 until 6th May 1910?

6: Which car debuted at the Earls Court Motor Show in 1948 and was built until 1972?

ANSWERS: 1. Oswestry 2. Port of Spain 3. The Birdie Song (originally called The Duck Dance) 4. Wilfrid Brambell 5. Edward VII. 6. The Morris Minor

Cross House, Church Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5AB www.crosshousetavern.pub

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

EATING OUT in Tewkesbury & District

Take a trip to the Huntsman Inn Now new dining regulations are in force, renowned local cook Sue Matthews has returned, and is cooking great food again at the Huntsman Inn, Kempsey.

Sue has put together a great home-cooked menu offering an array of new dishes with a super deal to follow the Eat Out to Help Out campaign.

Diners can enjoy a two-course Sunday lunch deal for just £12.50, and the Christmas menu too has just been launched.

We will now leave you to savour some mouthwatering photos of dishes now being served at the Inn. For more information call the Huntsman Inn on 01905 820336 or 07950 269950.

Where a Warm Welcome Awaits The fabulous Sunday lunches, prepared by Sue Matthews, are back! Relaxed and safe dining Try my new Eat Out Deal - Two courses for just £12.50

LIVE MUSIC in Tewkesbury & District PLEASE NOTE:

Exceptional quality Indian food with very traditional flavours

FREE HOME DELIVERY 20%on OFF TAKEAWAY collection orders over £10

in specified areas within 3 mile radius of Tewkesbury

01684 295 226 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 6.00pm-10.00pm 117/118 High Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5JY

www.crystalriversdining.co.uk

Chinese Restaurant & Take-Away DELIVERY SERVICE AVAILABLE

01684 293714 or 07724 630083 The Crown, Mythe Rd, Shuthonger, Tewkesbury GL20 6EF Sun & Tues-Thurs 5pm-10pm, Fri & Sat 5pm-10pm Monday closed, Open All Bank Holidays

Tewkesbury Fryer FISH & CHIPS, KEBABS AND BURGERS Gluten-free batter & pizzas now available every day

Columbine Road, Walton Cardiff

01684 290888 Mon & Tues: 17.00-22.00 Wed-Sat: 12.00-14.00 and 16.30-22.00 STONE WILLY’S PIZZA

DELIVERY AVAILABLE WED-SAT FROM 17.00 UNTIL 21.00

All takeaway food is served in cardboard boxes.Your food stays warmer for longer,easier to hold and eat, and no washing up!

Find us on Facebook Save time on your next visit, order online

tewkesburyfryer.com

all events subject to restrictions and safety measures which may be in place at the time.

Check with venues for latest news. Events may be postponed without prior notice.

TUES 3rd NOV: Sarah McQuaid, The Roses Theatre. www.rosestheatre.org FRI 6th NOV: Beautiful World celebrating Take That, The Watson Hall.

Call 01684 636666.

Blackboard Specials All home-cooked, Gluten-free, Vegetarian and Vegan options.

Parties catered for, divided into tables of six Book your Christmas meal, reservations now being taken from 1st to 23rd December Hope to see you soon - Sue x Open Thursday 5.30-8.30pm, Friday 5.30-9.00pm Saturday 5.00-9.00pm and Sunday 12 noon-3.30pm

Green Street, Kempsey WR5 3QB Tel: 01905 820336 or 07950 269950

MON 12th OCT: Mike Weaver - live on the Folk &Acoustic Radio Show,7pm.www. radiowinchcombe. co.uk

THURS 3rd DEC: Martin Kemp- DJ Set 80s party classics, The Watson Hall.

Call 01684 636666.

FRI 23rd OCT: The Achievers (Blues band),The Watson Hall.

Call 01684 636666.

FRI 11th DEC: Maddy Prior & The Carnival Band, The Roses Theatre. www.rosestheatre.org

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MON 26th OCT: Katie Grace Harris - live on the Folk Show,7pm. www.radiowinchcombe. co.uk (107.1 FM)

WED 27th JAN: Fairport Convention, The Roses Theatre. www.rosestheatre.org

Unit 37 Basepoint Business Centre Tewkesbury Business Park Oakfield Close Tewkesbury GL20 8SD

WED 28th OCT: Mike Weaver (album launch), Carpenters Arms, Miserden. Advance Booking only - call 01285 821283.

PROMOTE YOUR EVENT HERE: Something happening in Tewkesbury & District?

Get in touch with us at www.tewkesburydirect. co.uk to let us know

01684 212041 07967 120072

Accountancy Bookkeeping Taxation Consultancy

NEW GREAT WALL NEW MANAGEMENT, NEWLY REFURBISHED A change of management has brought a complete refurbishment to one of Tewkesbury’s most popular Chinese Restaurants.

Now known as the New Great Wall, the restaurant at 17 High Street has been given a new lease of life, with bright, fresh decor throughout (pictured) - and a sumptuous new menu which includes a wide variety of Chinese and Asian dishes, as well as Vegetarian options. Open six days a week (closed Mondays) the New Great Wall offers COVID-safe dining, as well as a home delivery service (charged at £2 within a 3 mile radius, minimum order £15.

There are reasonable rates for other areas). To order or reserve a table, call 01684 292046.

Come in and taste Mediterranean delights All home made - Always delicious Enjoy a superb coffee or choose a Cypriot delight from our menu...shakes, waffles, crepes, sandwiches Homemade Ice Cream in a huge range of flavours

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES - CHELTENHAM Due to continued expansion in both Domestic and Commercial markets, we have the following new vacancies.

All opportunities include competitive remuneration packages, company pension scheme and death in service benefit (subject to qualifying period) and are employed positions. Clearway Doors and Windows is an equal opportunities employer.

Window and Door Fabricators and Assemblers

Window and Door Installers

Due to planned expansion we are looking to recruit aluminium window fabricators/assemblers for our busy factory. Basic hours are Monday to Friday 8am to 4:30pm with overtime available to suit our workload.

We are looking for hard working, reliable and trustworthy individuals who can operate on their own initiative when required, but also work well in a team.

Applicants with some aluminium window and/or door fabrication/assembly experience will have a distinct advantage - although applicants with no experience will also be considered, as full training will be given.

Applicants must be physically fit as there is some handling work involved.

In return we offer a competitive package including company work wear and pension scheme (subject to qualifying period). These are permanent positions.

Due to a high demand for our aluminium and PVCu windows and doors we are looking for experienced installers to boost both our Domestic and Commercial teams.

You must be able to demonstrate your ability to carry out installations to a high standard. Qualifications such as CSCS, MTC, PASMA and IPAF are desirable; we will, however, provide training to these standards for the right candidate.

We will consider employing an existing team of installers as well as individual applicants.

In return we offer excellent rates of pay, work wear & PPE, a 40 hour working week plus overtime and a company pension scheme (subject to qualifying period). These are employed positions with all the benefits of working for an established and well reputed company.

Projects include replacement and new build installations, generally within an hour’s travelling of Cheltenham.

All applications by phone or email to Jasmine Storror 01242 513322 or recruitment@clearway-d-w.co.uk Please see our website for Clearway’s Privacy Policy.

CLEARWAY DOORS & WINDOWS LTD 3 MANOR PARK BUSINESS CENTRE MACKENZIE WAY • CHELTENHAM • GL51 9TX

www.clearwaydoorsandwindows.co.uk

36pc 1/4” METRIC SOCKET SET List price £83.88 Offer price QUICK LOADING UTILITY KNIFE List price £28.56 Offer price

£37.70 (inc. VAT)

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24pc 1/4” & 3/8” IMPACT SOCKET SET List price .99 £103.08 Offer price (inc. VAT)

£48

7pc 1/4” T HANDLE HEX SET List price .21 £62.28 Offer price (inc. VAT)

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*All prices include labour, materials, consumable and VAT *Additional charge for fluid changes of antifreeze, gear oil, brake fluid *£5.00 surcharge on fully synthetic oil vehicles *10% extra for 6 and 8 cylinder cars *Fixed price excludes 4x4 vehicles

We aim to service/repair your vehicle to the highest standard at the lowest price

MOT Testing Class 4 Same Day Appointments Free Re-Test (within 10 working days)

COURTESY CARS AVAILABLE

£33

We have now returned to our completely refurbished workshops and new MOT Testing Station at

UNIT 2, CYMBIO BUSINESS CENTRE NORTHWAY LANE, TEWKESBURY GL20 8JG Established 1991

Northway Lane, Newtown Trading Estate, Tewkesbury

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OUT AND ABOUT in Tewkesbury & District

Northway Lane, Tewkesbury GL20 8JG • 01684 275566

PLEASE NOTE: all events subject to restrictions and safety measures which may be in place at the time. Check with venues before making your visit.

MON-FRI 1pm-4pm and SAT 11am-4pm: Model Fairground Exhibition - working again after 50 years!

Tewkesbury Museum, Barton Street. Book in advance online www. tewkesburymuseum.org NATIONAL TRUST GLOUCESTERSHIRE: Hidcote, Snowshill, Chedworth Roman Villa, Westbury Court Garden, Croome Park and Dyrham Park.

The National Trust has re-opened a number of outside spaces, including gardens and parkland. Advance booking must be made in most cases, and social distancing rules apply to all areas. visit the website www.nationaltrust.org. uk for information.

GLOUCESTERSHIRE WARWICKSHIRE STEAM RAILWAY: Toddington Railway Station, GL54 5DT. Steam trains are running again on the award-winning heritage railway, but pre-booking is essential.

Previously advertised events and services may not be taking place. For an update and current timetable, please visit the website www.gwsr.com

10 FORD KUGA 2.0 TDCi 5dr SUV finished in white, diesel, sensible mileage ........................................................ £4995

64 VAUXHALL INSIGNIA SRi TDCi ecoFLEX ESTATE 5dr, carbon black, 63,000 recorded miles, complete with service stamps ....................................................................... £6999

12 FORD FOCUS ZETEC 998 TURBO finished in bright red, with Eco Boost function, fully equipped, 83,000 recorded miles .......................................................................... £4895

JUST ARRIVED 08 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA XEC top of the range model, service history, finished in gunmetal grey, six speed gearbox................................................ £3999 10 MINI CLUBMAN ONE ESTATE with service history and low mileage..................................... £2999

MORE CARS ARRIVING SOON 05 MITSUBISHI L 2.4 DIESEL DOUBLE CAB PICK UP TRUCK ANIMAL black, manual gearbox, leather interior, truck lid and liner, very tidy vehicle ............................£3699

Follow us on Facebook or call 01684 275566 for latest availability.

We specialise in tidy cars, priced to sell

WE HANDLE ALL ACCIDENT DAMAGE AND INSURANCE WORK

05 JAGUAR 2.0 DIESEL ESTATE 5dr, gunmetal grey.very This car has been very well looked after and comes with recently fitted tyres and brakes...................................£1999

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Tewkesbury, stronger than we think

Tewkesbury Cards & Gifts

Residents and businesses, as ever, in our town, rose to meet the many difficulties that arose this year, we have had many plaudits from readers, on how they have been helped and reassured by the Tewkesbury community. We will be publishing the testimonials we now receive, if you have something positive to share about your experiences in the town, please email tewkesburydirect@googlemail.com and we will put it into print in the next available issue.

Christmas Present ideas?

We have a huge assortment of Cards and Gifts for every occasion and look forward to seeing you.

Mike and Louise Always a Friendly Welcome

135 High Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5JR

01684 290845

“Builders, A G Boniface, have been great working on a new extension I am having built, they have been organised, quick, careful and have been so helpful.”

N. J. Pershore –––––––––––––––––– “Ben Bowers Heating Services installed a new boiler for me this month – what great service.

Thanks to Ben, Jimmy and Taylor!”

C. L. Tewkesbury –––––––––––––––––– “I love my new hair style and colour. I’ve had lots of compliments thanks to the Just Hair team.”

R. P. Wheatpieces –––––––––––––––––– “ Tyler Miles, the Barber in Barton Street, is very helpful and obliging, he has even opened up to cut my hair when closed.”

R. T. Northway –––––––––––––––––– “I use Ken Prosser, of Carefree Removals of Church End regularly, he is very efficient and careful of moving items big and small, a joy to work with.”

J. H. Tewkesbury –––––––––––––––––– “Recently enjoyed a delicious lunch at The Carousel Tea Room, its

established in 2005

Fully project-managed in-house bathroom installations

Professional stress free service with a specialist bathroom installer • Modern & Traditional bathroom suites • Shower installations • Tiling/Paneling • Karndean flooring • All electrics certified

Free survey and quotation service available Supply Only if required Struggling to get in the bath?

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info@blissfulbathrooms.co.uk www.blissfulbathrooms.co.uk Open Tues - Fri: 9am - 5pm Sat: 10am - 3pm

Visit our showroom at: 3 The Green, Station Road Woodmancote, Cheltenham Gloucester GL52 9HR

View our testimonials on Best of Cheltenham

also a great place to pick up a tasty takeaway milkshake with lots of flavours available.”

S. P. Wheatpieces –––––––––––––––––– “During lockdown, I shopped at Aldi Tewkesbury, the precautions and friendly staff made me just feel safe, I expect they were under a lot of personal pressure themselves.”

J. Y. Stonehills –––––––––––––––––– “I just wanted to express my gratitude to Micky and his team of staff at Twyning Village Stores who always provide a warm welcome.

They are always obliging, polite and cheerful, nothing is too much trouble. If they haven’t got it on the shelves then they will order in items specially and they are very loyal to local producers like Cotteswold Dairy, bakers, butchers, millers, nurseries and greengrocers. During lockdown they went above and beyond ensuring local residents did not go without. They are such an asset to Twyning and to Tewkesbury. A very hearty thank you.”

S. B. Twyning –––––––––––––––––– “Thanks to Cross & Brookes Electrical Installations for a speedy and efficient kitchen rewire. Thanks Carl and Andy!”

R. P. Wheatpieces –––––––––––––––––– “My daughter had her hair dyed a fantastic colour at Just Hair in Barton Street. Owner Sarah James did a great job and the salon felt so safe with all the precautions in place. I would also like to say Carousel in the High Street is a great place to have lunch and their new takeaways sandwiches are great.”

S. B. Wheatpieces –––––––––––––––––– “I booked a routine 12 month service and MOT for my Volvo at RP Motors. Really pleased with the service from Rahul. Found the collection service very useful.

My car now drives as good as new, and was delivered to me washed and cleaned as well.”

R. B. Weatpieces –––––––––––––––––– “We recently enjoyed a lovely take away afternoon tea from Tilly’s Tea Room in celebration of two special birthdays which had to be postponed earlier this year because of lockdown.

With beautiful, tasty sandwiches and delicious homemade scones and cakes it was a real nice treat. I can highly recommend Tilly’s and thank you to Gill for the bottle of Prosecco! How lovely was that!”

J. S. Northway –––––––––––––––––– “For a number of years I have been a client of Clive Woolford Motor Engineers Ltd. I have kindness given to me in abundance no matter what the problems have been. As an elderly widow using my car it is important. Service has always been prompt, whether by telephone or in person. I’d be lost without this team.”

A. G. Tewkesbury –––––––––––––––––– “Three of us went for a fantastic meal at the Rajshahi restaurant last week, great experience, very relaxing, good service, loads of space between the tables and to top it all there was 30% off!”

K. B. Priors Park –––––––––––––––––– “Glad M and Co is back open, the staff are always friendly and helpful (and willing to have a chat) Same good service now as when they opened 17 years ago. Love it.”

P. Priors Park –––––––––––––––––– “Woodys has given fantastic through the whole of lockdown… and the service continues.”

L. H. Mitton –––––––––––––––––– “Always look forward to the Tewkesbury Direct dropping through the door, it’s a really good read, full of local interest, I like spotting how many people that I know. There is always something interesting to grab your attention.

And it’s free.”

S. P. Ashchurch ––––––––––––––––––

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TEWKESBURY AUCTION CENTRE EDGWICKS YARD, NORTHWAY LANE GL20 8JG

FOR THE SAFETY OF OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS WE ARE SPLITTING AUCTIONS TO TWO MONDAY SALES EVERY WEEK. } AUCTION OF TOOLS WE OPEN 3PM, SALE STARTS AT 5PM } AUCTION OF HOUSEHOLD ITEMS SALE STARTS AT 7PM

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Christmas lights appeal well on the way, would you like to help?

Fundraising has reached £6000 so far, we are only a couple of thousand off the £8K target. The lights will be going up this year and there will be a 'virtual switch on’ with Father Christmas on Sunday 22nd November at

5pm LIVE on the Tewkesbury Christmas Lights Facebook Page. To donate towards the lights, go to: www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/tewkesburychristmaslights

Carpets Direct come DIRECT to you!

Generous discounts for NHS workers Carpets

Wood Flooring

Carpets Direct has been trading for thirty years, serving Tewkesbury and surrounding areas.

Special roll lines of carpets direct from manufacturer always in stock and roll lines of vinyl flooring.

Approved fitters of Karndean Design Flooring.

Laminate Flooring

Vinyl Flooring

No sub contract fitters used, so no job is rushed. just happy customer.

We can uplift and dispose of old carpets and take care of furniture, all carpets vacuumed and rubbish cleared away.

Showroom open every Friday for viewings, or by appointment in the week when suits you.

Carpets Direct Find us at: Unit A Newton Farm, Ashchurch, Tewkesbury GL20 7BE 36 - TEWKESBURY DIRECT

01684 298542 / 07785 562170

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OSTEOPATHY ADVICE with Katie Hogg, Two Rivers Osteopathy

COVID-19 AND MENTAL HEALTH This is a strange and unusual time for all of us regarding our mental health. It is important to make sure we all do what we deem right for ourselves and our family and try not to judge others for their actions. What is right for one person is not right for another.

Sadly, in my line of work, I am seeing more and more people afraid to go out and afraid to connect with others. We need to work as a community to support those who are having difficult days and also to accept help when others see we are struggling.

When in town and “that” person gets a bit too close to you, or doesn’t hold the door open for you, or you feel, “forces” you to walk on the road to ensure social distancing, be mindful that that person might be struggling with their mental health that day.

We all have days when we are worried, not as rested or feeling anxious. A smile and a bit of compassion goes a

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One of the things that fascinated me most when I took up beekeeping was the sheer complexity of hive society. Lift out an individual frame from a beehive and although it may look like a chaotic scene with thousands of bees milling around aimlessly, there is a definite structure as they are, in fact, attending to a variety of assigned tasks.

During its short life, a bee will have many different jobs and I thought that this month it would be interesting to look at some of what makes up the CV of a worker bee.

Listed below are some of the jobs that bees do: DAY 1 – The newly hatched bee will clean out the hexagonal cell in which she was born, so it can be reused.

DAY 3 – 16 UNDERTAKER BEE – Most bees, when they know they are about to die, will leave the hive. If they do die indoors, the undertaker bee is tasked with removing the body.

This helps prevent disease and stops other insects being attracted by the smell of decay.

DAY 3 – 12 NURSE BEE - Nurse bees look after the next generation, by feeding them with ‘bee bread’, a fermented mixture of pollen and nectar, for 3 to 4 days before capping off the cells containing the larvae with wax. Nurse bees can attend to well over 1,000 larvae a day.

DAY 7 – 12 QUEEN ATTENDANT – Queen attendants take care of the queen by feeding and grooming her.

Whilst doing this they pick up the Queen’s pheromone and spread it throughout the hive, which lets the rest of the bees know that the queen is still in the hive and in charge.

DAY 12 – 18 POLLEN PACKING – When forager bees bring pollen back to the hive it needs to be stored. The packer will take the pollen and place it in the honeycomb, sealing it with a little honey to ferment it into bee bread. This pollen is used to feed the brood (larvae).

DAY 12 – 18 FANNING – The bees fan the inside of the hive with their wings to regulate the temperature.

WATER CARRIERS – As the name suggests, collect water which they put on the backs of the fanning bees to help cool them and the hive.

DAY 12 - 35 HONEYCOMB BUILDING – All workers produce wax, but only the builder bees use it to make the honeycomb.

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DAY 18 – 21 GUARD BEES – These bees have a particularly important job of guarding the entrance of the hive, to protect it from threats such as wasps.

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DAY 22 – 42 FORAGING BEES - These are the bees we see, as they go from flower to flower, foraging for pollen and nectar for the hive.

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A bee foraging from a nearby sunflower field

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Cleaning: As well as a thorough deep clean before we re-opened, we have stepping up our cleaning routine. You’ll find plenty of sanitiser and hand washing facilities around the centre, and customers who use equipment will be asked to wipe it down afterwards.

Social distancing: We’re all familiar with the 2 metre rule now, so you won’t be surprised to hear that we’ll be asking our customers to maintain social distancing too. This might mean you have to take a different route around the centre to normal, or use a different exit or entrance. Our new signage around the centre

a little different from simply turning up, it is the best way for you to know a place is available. If you arrive at the centre without pre-booking, you may not be able to take part in your chosen activity. Now isn’t

bound to have lots of questions, so we’ve put together some helpful FAQs – you can find them at www.placesleisure.org/r eopening/faqs Our place or yours…?

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No, when you are buying a new home, you should not assume anything, and that’s why DF Legal carry out thorough investigations on your behalf so there are no unexpected surprises or unforeseen expenses associated with your house purchase.

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These fees sometimes disguised as 'upkeep fees' or freehold 'service charges’. This is where a

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In some cases it will be the maintenance of green open spaces, such a grass cutting, but in other cases it can include nearly every shared facility including the

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TEWKESBURY PROFESSIONAL MUSICIAN PETER GILL COMPLETES HIS 24 HOUR ROCKNROLLATHON From 10 a.m. on Wednesday 16th September to 10 a.m.

Thursday 17th, Tewkesbury based professional pianist and singer Peter Gill performed a sensational rock n roll marathon on the stage of the Cheltenham Playhouse Theatre.

Pausing only for toilet breaks and aided by a host of rock n roll musicians that came from all over the country to support him, Peter performed hundreds of 50s and 60s classic songs.

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NATURE RESERVE VOLUNTEER WORK PARTY In September, TNR held a work party with super volunteers in separate, socially distanced groups.

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This is how it becomes so prolific.

It needs to be managed and levels kept low, but thanks to the volunteers most of the plants in reach were removed. This is an annual task so it will need to be done again next year.

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I usually wake up pretty early, writes David Slater.

I usually listen to a little music on Classic FM as I start to come to and then the business of the day can begin.

But what is the business of the day? As a retired man I don't have to plan for a day at work.

I don't have to wonder which way to drive to work to make the best of traffic or weather conditions that can change day my day.

It looks as if I don't actually have anything that I have to decide upon. Boring or what?

That is rubbish, actually. One soon gets to realise that. Every morn-

ing it is my important job to make up my mind what kind of a day I am going to have.

Yes, I actually have the choice of what I make out of this new day.

So what shall I do?

Let's have a peek at my choices!

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I could moan that I no longer have a regular job to go to. I could, though, celebrate the fact that this takes a great burden of stress off my shoulders and gives me time to take life at a steadier pace and enjoy what is around me for , despite its troubles, it is a wonderful and beautiful world.

I could moan as I pick blackberries in the autumn sunshine because they have so many thorns. Far better idea to celebrate the fact that in amongst these annoying thorns are the most luscious, sweet blackberries which will be an absolute delight to eat.

Good morning, new day! I salute you. You stretch ahead of me right now and it is just as if you are like a large lump of clay. You are there waiting for me to become the sculptor and manipulate you into the shape that I wish you to be.

That's pretty good, you know. What today is like is largely up to me. I get to choose, basically what kind of a day I will have.

You have the same choice too. Make your choice thoughtfully. May your choices make your day a good one!

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thing that I need not worry about today. I can choose to concentrate my attention on the positive and look forward to how my garden is going to be.

Today I can look through my personal papers and feel sad that I don't have more spare cash to play with and buy some of the trivial things that can embellish life. I can, of course, choose to be positive and thank my lucky stars that I have the ability and resources to plan my purchases wisely and maintain a good standard of living for myself.

I could grumble that my knees ache and crackle when I get up and down. There again I could be positive and celebrate the fact that I am alive and as healthy as I am! So many people would give the earth to feel as well as I do.

I could feel badly done by when I think of all the things I didn't get from my parents when I was growing up compared to many other children in my class who seemed to be given everything under the sun. I could, of course, be grateful for all that they did give me when I was growing up and that was especially true of the love and total security and support that they always gave to me so selflessly.

I could be annoyed that I have a basket of washing waiting to be done ; a hoover waiting

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Tewkesbury Historical Society had half of its twenty ninth season wiped out by the floods and then COVID - and we faced having the first half of the 30th Season wiped out as well, writes John Dixon.

Even a Covid cloud, however, has its silver lining - and that is Zoom. At least for all those with access to the internet. We were, therefore, abel to carry on with our September meeting when local 'boy', Dr. Pater Raggatt, took us through the Battle of Tewkesbury as a witness - it was a movingly atmospheric experience.

On Thursday 15th October we have 'From Tewkesbury To Norway' (Medieval Euro Supply Chain) presented by Steve Goodchild, which will be followed on Thursday 19th November with 'On Top Of The Tide' - river photos from Jon Talbot and John Dixon. Both meetings start at 7.45pm.

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Tewkesbury YMCA Railway Society are up and running again, with a series of socially distanced meetings happening in the autumn.

All events are being held at the YMCA in Church Street, starting at 7.45pm. COVID-19 restrictions apply, and latest details/updates can be found on the club’s website www.tymcars.co.uk Presentations on the run up to Christmas will be by members of the society.

Bryan Boskett entertains on Tuesday 6th October, with well-known local photographer Jack Boskett taking the stage on 20th October. 3rd November will be a members’ night (with slides, DVDs and memory sticks welcome) and on 17th November Ian Boskett will be the presenter. On 1st December it’s Mike Wathen’s turn, and a party is planned for Tuesday 15th December.

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