Tewkesbury Direct Magazine October 2015

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Tewkesbury Borough Council and constructors Willmott Dixon are to hold a behind the scenes tour of the town’s new Leisure Centre on Saturday 24th October, to enable the public to view the progress being made at the brand new facility.

A tour around the building site will show visitors the different levels, layout and size.

They will also meet the centre’s new manager Matt Cotton, and the operator Places for People Leisure’s area manager, Nick Moran.

Both will be on hand to answer questions and there will be a digital presentation of how the new centre will look.

Inside Tewkesbury’s new Leisure Centre Appropriate footwear and trousers must be worn, and pre-booking is essential. For more information call Jenny There’s always a lot to see and do in Tewkesbury, White on 01684 272070 and October is going to be an action packed month. or email jenny.white Here are a few of the month’s highlights: @tewkesbury.gov.uk Tewkesbury Mop Fair.....................................Page 2 Tewkesbury Food & Craft Market ................Page 17 Wedding Open Day, Hilton Puckrup.............Page 28 Witchy Ways for Halloween .........................Page 30 Museum and History Talks...........................Page 31 Rugby World Cup at Tewkesbury RFC .........Page 46 Tewkesbury Park Pink Fun Run....................Page 49 Steam and Scream for Halloween ...............Page 55 Thrills and Spills on Prescott Hill ..................Page 56

LET TEWKESBURY ENTERTAIN YOU!

GOING BATTY AT THE JOHN MOORE MUSEUM

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TOWN WILL LIGHT UP FOR CHRISTMAS

Pic: Jack Boskett

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VINTAGE TIME TRAVEL Vintage fans stepped back in time last month boarding a courtesy vintage bus to reach 'Vintage on the Park' at Tewkesbury Park Hotel.

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Organisers Karen Brennan and Shelby Powell combined vintage retail therapy heaven with nostalgic entertainment and added a classic car show for good measure.

Roger Workman and his daughter Roseanne from Cotteswold Dairy kept visitors supplied with delicious scones, strawberries and cream raising funds for Midlands Air Ambulance.

STATE REGISTERED CHIROPODY AND PODIATRY Lorraine Monck M.Ch.S Emma Godson M.Ch.S We 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 Foot assessments prescription of orthotics such as off the shelf arch supports Tailor made mouldable insoles Advice on fungal infection etc.

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ALL THE FUN OF THE MOP FAIR All the fun of the historic Annual Mop Fair will be back in Tewkesbury on Friday 9th and Saturday 10th October.

The Mop fair will open at 6.00pm on the Friday, but ahead of that Tewkesbury Fair Society have organised a Showman’s Social at the Royal British Legion on Thursday 8th October.

There will also be Fairground model show, will take place between 10am and 4pm, in Holy Trinity Church Hall, on Pic: Jack Boskett Saturday 10th October.

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HARVEST FESTIVAL DATE The Bishop of Gloucester, Rachel Treweek, will be the president and preacher at this year’s Harvest Festival in Tewkesbury Abbey.

The service will be held at 10.30am on Sunday 4th October. After the service Bishop Rachel will be joining parishioners for a bring and share lunch.

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Emma and Brian both strike gold Volunteers at Tewkesbury in Bloom were Emma Booth of The Bell Hotel and Brian Reeve of The Handyman Centre returned from the Heart of England In Bloom Ceremony last month with Gold awards, writes Shelby Powell.

Volunteers at Tewkesbury in Bloom were awarded Gold in the 'Town' category while Emma picked up the top accolade for the Bell Hotel's horticultural efforts in the pub category.

In addition, Tewkesbury was also awarded the prestigious award of 'Best in Category' in the regional competition just the second time in its 23 years of entering.

Emma Booth picking up her award from RHS judge This is all good news Roger Bache. for the hardworking In National In Bloom later this month - meanBloom volunteers who Competition which are ing a nail biting few are now awaiting the not announced until weeks lie ahead. town's results in the UK

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THIRD SUCCESS FOR ABBEY TEA ROOMS On Thursday 9th September at the Heart of England in Bloom (HEIB) presentations in Rugby, Tewkesbury's Abbey Tea Rooms Gold in category for our courtyard gardens.

For the third consecutive year, Pixie Brown of Abbey Tea Rooms has been awarded Gold from Heart of England in Bloom for her courtyard gardens.

The gardens not only shows off an abundance of flowers but is complemented by vintage garden implements.

These include a butter churn, a smaller version of the giant horse sculptures erected at Stonehills to commemorate the Battle of Tewkesbury in 1471 and a wind chime made from rolling pins and shoe brushes.

The gardens are an extension of the Tea Rooms, which is covered from floor to ceiling in memorabilia.

One of the judges commented ‘How is it possible to fit so much top quality planting into such a tiny space!"

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EXPANSION BRINGS BOOST TO SALES FOR CLEARWAY DOORS & WINDOWS Staff and directors of locally-based Clearway Doors & Windows are celebrating after seeing their sales rise by almost one third over the past twelve months.

Accounts for 2014-15, surrounding counties rise in demand for alufor the first XV as well as which have just been shirt sponsorship. The and this great start to minium in both commerreleased, show an company also helped the year will enable us to cial and domestic instalincrease of 31.5% comwith the refurbishment continue our investment lations. Customers who pared to the previous of Bredon's clubhouse, in both the manufacturmay have been familiar year. supplying and fitting ing and installation with the product in douManaging Director doors and windows to functions to ensure that ble glazing years ago would barely recognise it Jeremy Phillips - who the premises. we continue to offer the today. lives near Tewkesbury For more information very best in quality and “A resurgence in sales commented: “I am see Clearway’s ad below. service.” is mainly down to the delighted that the hard versatility of aluminium, work and dedication of said Jeremy. “Demand our staff is paying off. from designers who Last year’s results are a appreciate the slimmer testament to the excelprofiles has never been lent team that we are higher. Frame sections building here at can be tailored to Clearway”. bespoke widths and The new financial depths, and there is a year has got off to a vast range of colours great start too, with a Jeremy Phillips (right) demonstrates Clearway 35% improvement in available through powproducts at their showfirst quarter sales over der coating - as well as a rooms the same period last choice of gloss, satin or year. Clearway Doors & Clearway Doors & matt finishes.

Windows has also Windows was estabDual colours are possible too: the exterior expanded its workforce lished in 1983 and can be different to the to 25 - adding six memremains locally owned interior, something bers of staff over the and managed today. which is particularly past twelve months. A The company has both a popular with clients livnew fleet of smart liverfactory and showroom at Manor Business Park on ing in period properties.” ied vehicles has also Kingsditch Trading The company is also a gone on the road.

Estate near Cheltenham. keen supporter of local “Both our domestic Expansion is largely sports clubs, and has and commercial departattributed to the investrecently agreed sponsorments are retaining ment the company has ship for Bredon Star existing clients and made in new product, as RFC, who have just gaining new ones at a well as developing a new opened their 2015-16 fantastic rate, said showrooms to display campaign in GloucesterJeremy. the range of products to shire League One. “We are grateful to our many customers in full effect.

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During the last twelve months Tewkesbury’s community has contributed a massive £33,000 towards the Poppy Appeal.

Members from the town’s Royal British Legion Club will be launching the 2015 Poppy Appeal later this month.

On Saturday 24th October 2015 you will find RBL representatives in the high street manning a stall at the High Street Market, so please do pop by and have a chat.

Collection points at local supermarkets will be manned by volunteers during the following two week period so if you can spare an hour or more and would like to volunteer to man one of these collection points in either Morrisons, Aldi, Tesco or the Co-Op at (Northway) please contact Andy Parker at the Club during open hours on 01684 293798 or email him at poppyappeal@rbltewkesbury.org You could also help with the preparations for this year’s Poppy Appeal. Simply pop into the Club in Church Street Club any evening (except Tuesdays and Saturdays) and join the

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Pic: Andrew Price team to help prepare, fill and label some of the 400 or so poppy boxes and money tins which are to be distributed around the town and surrounding areas.

This year’s Remembrance Day parade will take place on Sunday 8th November.

If you are a member of organisation which would like to take part in the Remembrance parade, please contact Lisa Netherton at the Town Hall on 01684 294639.

Local author’s new novel Andrew Chapman, who lives near Tewkesbury, has recently published his third novel.

In The Leaving, Nick Propert, a clergyman in a Midlands town, suffers a devastating shock when his wife disappears. Although their relationship has been strained there appears to be no explanation for her leaving and Nick is left to reconstruct his life in her absence. This leads him to a remote peninsula on the west coast of Scotland, a place where he can seek to understand what has happened to his life and whether a future on his own might be possible.

The answers are surprising to him.

Andrew Chapman has had two previous novels published Beyond the Silence (2010) and Ikon (2012).

He brings to The Leaving (paperback, £8,99) a style that characterised his previous books; compelling narrative flow and a deep insight into the people whose stories are found within.

All three of Andrew’s titles are published by Pilrig Publishing and can be purchased from Alison's Bookshop at 138/139 High Street in Tewkesbury.

Andrew will be signing copies of his book at Alison’s at 10am on Saturday 3rd October.

Many readers might recall this author's debut novel 'The Wilderness', a moving story about a man who struggles to recall his early life while in old age his memory is fading, causing him to doubt his recollections and casting him out into a wilderness of mental uncertainty.

In this her third novel, the author recounts through the auspices of her anonymous narrator the events of a friendship, began in childhood, renewed in adulthood, until the events in middle age prompt her to start to write a letter to this friend, who we know as Butterfly.

A story about two girls, a shared teenage life in a quiet village and before events separate them. Our narrator meets her future husband, Nicholas, in original circumstances on the night her Grandmother dies.

In married life they return to her inherited her parents cottage where they raise their son, Teddy. Butterfly turns up one evening unannounced and stays indefinitely becoming an extra part of the household and in some ways, the family.

It is the narrator's reflections of these years and events that make up the core of this very readable book. However, what adds to the heart of the story is the narrator's current life.

Her involvement and friendship with Yannis, a Cretan shop and cafe owner who has a wife keen to move back home.

Her part-time work as a carer and one male patient in particular, but also with Lara, the daughter of an acquaintance. Her relationship, on-going, with Nicholas, her husband.

It is these other strands to the Butterfly story that add so much to this gentle book. It is a lovely satisfying read.

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

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This month the puzzle conceals the names of twelve British Rugby Union teams: ABERAVON BATH EBBW VALE HARLEQUINS GALA HAWICK MOSELEY NEATH SARACENS SPARTANS WASPS WATSONIANS 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.

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Katie helps Little Princesses Local lass Katie Ballentine has done her bit to help children who have suffered hair loss through treatment for cancer.

Katie’s lovely flowing locks were shorn by

Tewkesbury hairdresser Peter Hickman, and have been donated to the charity Little Princess Trust.

The organisation provides real-hair wigs and hairpieces to boys and girls across the UK and Ireland who have lost their own through chemotherapy.

The Trust relies solely on the efforts of enthusiastic supporters like Katie, and receives no formal fundraising.

Peter Hickman’s salon manager Jane Powell cut Katie’s hair, supported by their new stylist Isobel Taylor who also took the picture above.

In July Jane Powell marked 40 years of service with Peter Hickman. Their Tewkesbury branch is in Barton Street. For information on how to donate hair or money, go to www.littleprincesses.org.uk

Katie Ballentine with her shorn hair

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Engall Castle October Advert 24/09/2015 09:36 Page 1

155 High Street Tewkesbury GL20 5JP

01684 293 246

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Bredon’s Norton

Sheepfold is an immaculately presented substantial home, which offers spacious and light accommodation throughout. The grounds extend at the rear incorporating a range of useful outbuildings including a double garage and 3 Harlow loose boxes, approached via a gravel drive at the side of the property. Self contained one bedroom annex. EPC E & D respectively.

£850,000

Kemerton

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

£750,000

Bredon’s Norton

Grade II Listed farmhouse sympathetically updated, whilst retaining many original features. 4 double bedrooms; master with dressing room & ensuite; large kitchen/breakfast/family room; utility & large pantry; 3 reception rooms; family bathroom with separate shower; downstairs wc/shower room; double garage; attractive gardens; driveway parking; attic with potential.

£625,000

Mitton

£595,000

Bushley Green

£550,000

Private lane location, within an elevated position and within walking distance of the town centre. A beautifully presented barn conversion. Kitchen/breakfast/sitting room; Dining room; Lounge; Snug; Conservatory; Office; 4 bedrooms; two with ensuite; Character throughout; private gardens; double glazed windows; gas central heating. EPC.

Tewkesbury

£495,000

Stunning location; stunning views; stunning presentation. A cleverly extended, village home where contemporary style meets the character and charm of a beautiful black & white cottage. Lovely gardens; 4 bedrooms; 3/4 reception rooms; 3 bathrooms; Income potential if required. EPC C & E.

This is a beautiful home offering space, elegance and stunning gardens, in all the plot is approx. 1/4 acre. 4 bedrooms; large entrance hall; lounge; separate dining room; large conservatory; kitchen/breakfast room; downstairs wc; utility; double glazed windows; gas central heating; garage; ample parking; walking distance of town centre. EPC E.

Apperley

This is a large, executive style, detached village home which sits centrally within its delightful gardens. 3 reception rooms; 4 bedrooms, master with ensuite; kitchen/breakfast room; downstairs wc; Detached double garden; home office; summerhouse; beautifully maintained gardens; gas central heating. EPC C.

£450,000

Delightful Grade II listed detached village home which has been sympathetically extended and improved situated within a lovely village location. 3/4 bedrooms; 2/3 reception rooms; Pretty gardens; small paddock with lovely views; ample driveway parking; family bathroom; guest wc; Oil fired heating.

Bushley Green

£395,000

Tewkesbury

Handsome Georgian double fronted town house within walking distance to the town centre. 4 double bedrooms; 3 separate reception rooms; kitchen/breakfast room; utility; downstairs shower room; upstairs bathroom; library/study; large garden; ample driveway parking; lovely original features.

£365,000

Uckinghall

£315,000

Newtown

£295,000

Walton Cardiff

£280,000

This is an immaculately presented bungalow both inside and out. 3 double bedrooms; 2 reception rooms; contemporary bathroom; guest wc; modern kitchen; private gardens; ample driveway parking. Brand new A* combination boiler. New upvc double glazing. EPC F.

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This is a spacious Edwardian home with the advantage of an extension which lends itself perfectly to create an annex (subject to necessary consents) having its own front door.

Large garden; ample driveway parking; 4 bedrooms; 4 reception rooms; conservatory; downstairs wc; upstairs bathroom; shower. Easy access to local shops. EPC D.

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

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Tirley

£250,000

Bushley Green

£245,000

Upton upon Severn

£222,000

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

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

Immaculately presented inside and out, this detached home is located within easy walking distance of the town centre and countryside walks. 3 bedrooms; lounge/ dining room; kitchen; upstairs bathroom; low maintenance garden; driveway parking. EPC C.

Twyning

A sweeping drive leads up to this prestigious manor house conversion into impressive, spacious apartments. This 2 bedroom first floor apartment is no exception with dual aspect lounge offering stunning views; separate dining hall; kitchen; master bedroom with fitted wardrobes; bathroom; beautiful communal grounds; garage. EPC E.

£205,000

Northway

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

£190,000

Walton Cardiff

£180,000

Northway

£140,000

Immaculately presented home with view out the front to a small green. 3 bedrooms; lounge/ dining room; modern kitchen; family bathroom with shower over the bath; downstairs wc; garage; parking; delightful open aspect to the front with view over a small green - sunny south facing garden. EPC C.

Pretty, pretty, pretty – this really is a little gem hidden away within easy walking distance of the town centre and with the advantage of driveway parking and a beautiful rear garden. 2 bedrooms; modern kitchen; dining room; lounge; large bathroom; gas central heating; upvc double glazing.

EPC E.

Town Centre

£170,000

Stonehills

Rarely available on Stonehills - a delightful detached Coach House. Raised decked balcony with steps to garden; landscaped garden; garage; double bedroom with fitted mirror front wardrobes; single bedroom with patio doors to balcony; bathroom; living room and modern kitchen. Upvc double glazed windows and doors; gas central heating. EPC D.

£165,000

Rarely available, an immaculately present semi detached bungalow within this sought after area of Tewkesbury. 1 double bedroom; modern open plan living room; modern fitted kitchen with integrated fridge; freezer; hob; oven.

Upvc double glazing; gas central heating; gardens; parking.

Some NHBC warranty remaining. EPC B.

Rosefields

£135,000

Town Centre

£125,000

Town Centre

Stylish, modern and with two double bedrooms; master with ensuite shower room - this is a super top floor apartment.

Under 10 years old - some NHBC remaining; Located on the popular Rosefields development within easy walking distance of the town centre; Open plan living room, modern kitchen; bathroom; allocated parking. Gas central heating. EPC B.

A traditionally built period town house with the advantage of courtyard garden with brick store; three bedrooms; modern kitchen; upstairs bathroom; centrally located within the town. Upvc double glazed windows; Gas central heating; No Onward Chain. EPC D.

£85,000

Fantastic, Ground Floor apartment within walking distance of the town centre and the wide range of amenities Tewkesbury has to offer. 1 double bedroom; good sized lounge; kitchen; modern fitted shower room; allocated parking; upvc double glazed windows. EPC E.

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ANIMAL MATTERS with Caroline Gould of Vale Wildlife Rescue

EQUESTRIAN WHAT’S ON SUN 4th OCT: Unaffiliated Dressage, Abbey Dressage, Fiddington GL20 7BJ Tel: (01684) 293206 SAT 10th & SUN 25th OCTOBER: Affiliated Dressage, Abbey Dressage, Fiddington GL20 7BJ Tel: (01684) 293206 SUN 11th OCT: Points League Hunter Trial, Deer Park Cross Country, Brockhampton, Nr Andoversford GL54 5SH. Tel: (01242) 820881

THE YOUNG EQUESTRIANS CLUB: Summerhouse Equitation, Hardwicke Gloucester GL2 2RG Details: 01452 720288 RIDING SCHOOLS: Tewkesbury Riding School, Cherry Orchard Lane, Twyning Tewkesbury GL20 6JH - off A438 (opp. Puckrup Hall) 07879 027790 Cotswold Riding for the Disabled Association.

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ANOTHER BUSY SEASON ENDS Well, not really, writes Caroline Gould of Vale Wildlife Rescue. Although the manic spring and summer months have just about finished for another year, I think the hedgehogs haven’t been told that wildlife rescue centres should have a quiet few months before it all starts again in March/April.

Most of the patients we have treated or reared this year have now been released back into the wild.

Fox cubs, ducklings, gulls, corvids, blackbirds, thrushes, sparrows, robins, pigeons, dunnocks, owls, hedgehogs, leverets, rabbits, wagtails and many, many more species have been successfully handreared and are now back out in their natural environment - where they should be.

gaining enough weight to survive the colder, winter months.

We are still releasing hedgehogs when they reach the required weight (500gms at present, but as it gets colder, our release weight will increase to 600650gms) and every week several of them are being added to our ‘ready for release’ list.

Wherever possible, we try to release them back to where they came from.

Find us at: Animals Only Unit B, The Northway Centre Northway Lane Tewkesbury GL20 8TW

Tel: 01684 273050

Young foxes Hall on Saturday 7th November from 10am1pm.

If you need any help or advice on a wildlife matter, give us a ring on 01386 882288 or email info@valewildlife.org.uk

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questions about your garden and surrounding area to make sure it is a suitable place for release.

To help wildlife through the colder spells we sell a range of bird and hedgehog food at the hospital in Beckford and you can visit our shop seven days a week.

We also sell bird feeders and nest boxes, hedgehog houses and a huge range of wildlife gifts, books, mugs, cards, tea towels and much more so come along, get some Christmas presents and help wildlife in the process.

While on the subject of Christmas, please support our Christmas Fair in Evesham Town

Duck and ducklings It’s what we do, why we are here, the ultimate aim of our work.

We are, however, looking after just over 100 hedgehogs at the moment and more are being admitted every day.

It is not unusual for us to be caring for over 150 hedgehogs during the winter months and the record, a few years ago, was 230!

Most of the hogs being admitted at this time of year are autumn juveniles, still fairly small with the risk of not

This is not always possible, e.g. a hedgehog that has been attacked by the family dog will not be released in the same place due to the risk of the same thing happening again and therefore we are always on the lookout for suitable habitats to release them into.

If you would like to release a couple of hedgehogs in your garden please get in touch with us on 01386 882288. Ask to speak to Martin Brookes who will go through a list of

Here is Smokie! He is an 8 year old, dark grey male cat. He needs a new home as very sadly his owner has died. Smokie is not only a very handsome lad but he is also very friendly and gentle and loves a lap.

He is used to a having a garden. Smokie is an incredibly confident little chap but he does like his independence so we feel he would be better suited to living with a mature family. Come and meet Smokie today!

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aston on carrant Well presented 4/5 bedroom detached, individual property with open country side views to the rear. PVCu double glazing, oil fired central heating, rear garden, countryside views. Viewing highly recommended.£499,950

strensham 3/4 bed link detached character property (former stables) situated in a picturesque location. Exposed beams and an attractive stone feature fireplace with multi fuel burner in the sitting room. Conservatory, triple garage. £499,950

corse lawn Set within a lovely rural location this character cottage originally dates back to the 1800’s. Annex, a paddock (approx a third of an acre), a feature fireplace in the lounge and PVCu double glazing. £385,000

mitton rarely available 4 bed detached family home, with views to the rear aspect over open farmland towards the Cotswolds. PVCu double glazing, gas central heating, detached garage, off road parking for 4 cars. £360,000

bredon Well presented 2/3 bed detached bungalow. Potential for a loft conversion creating a further 2/3 bedrooms subject to planning permission. PVCu double glazing, GCH, private rear garden, garage, off road parking. £329,950

bredon Nicely presented 3 bed detached family home in an ‘end’ of cul de sac location with superb woodland views to the rear. gas central heating, landscaped rear garden over 3 levels with woodland view, garage and parking. £305,000

pamington Well presented 3 bed detached bungalow located at the end of a cul-de-sac. Newly fitted kitchen, PVCu double glazing and off road parking for 2 cars. open country side also adds to the appeal. £289,950

bredon rarely available extended 4 bed detached family home with spacious living accommodation. South facing landscaped garden, PVCu double glazing, gas central heating, en-suite to bedroom 1, integral garage. £289,950

mitton 3 bed semi detached family home close to Mitton Manor primary school, ideal for families with children. double glazing and gas central heating, detached garage and off road parking for 3 vehicles. No oNWArd CHAiN. £189,950

northway Extended to provide extra downstairs accommodation, you would do well to consider this 3 bed semi detached family home. Hall, wc, lounge with open access into a dining room at the rear, kitchen to the front, 3 bedrooms. £184,950

twyning Nicely presented 3 bed semi detached family home is situated in a cul-de-sac location.

PVCu double glazing and a west facing low maintenance enclosed rear garden. Viewing comes highly recommended. £180,000

northway 3 bed linked detached family home located close to local primary schools. Fitted wardrobes, PVCu double glazing, gas central heating, 2 designated parking spaces behind property. No oNWArd CHAiN. £175,000

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WORK UNDERWAY FOR THE BIG SWITCH ON Work is well underway with the planning for this year’s Tewkesbury Christmas Lights, which will be switched on by Father Christmas on Sunday 22nd November.

The lights are being checked by the team at Rifina Ltd so that they shine brightly throughout the month of December in the town centre.

The Christmas Festival of Lights will be held in the High Street on Sunday 22nd November already nearly 70 market and craft stalls have booked for the event.

There will also be entertainment with small fairground rides, the Tewkesbury Town Training Band, Steve Kaos the stiltwalker, Ukuladies ukulele band from Cheltenham and, of course, Father Christmas will be there to make sure the lights are switched on.

Everyone can help towards the costs of the lights by purchasing a “Memory Bulb”.

This gives an opportunity to remember a loved one or send a message to someone by donating a small sum towards the lights, and having a token attached to the large Christmas tree in the town.

Forms and details will be available at several shops in the town, and will be printed in next month’s edition of Tewkesbury Direct.

Donations may also be made via ‘Just Giving’ on the internet using the link https://crowdfunding.ju stgiving.com/tewkesbury-christmas-lights If anyone would like to help out with the event, please contact Andrew Turner on 07774 466209

Martin Williams and Dean Lee of Rifina Ltd who are checking all the lights to make sure they shine brightly at Christmas

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RECORD YEAR FOR STREET MARKET This summer’s Street Market in the Bredon Hill village of Overbury raised a record £3729 a remarkable achievement for an event which lasts just two hours. The money will go to local good causes.

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Alan raises over £350,000 for Crohn’s charity Popular Tewkesbury barber Alan Cresswell has achieved a milestone in his fundraising efforts for CICRA - the charity which assists young adults with Crohn’s and colitis.

Alan - whose barbershop is in Church Street - started raising money for CICRA in 1983, when his son Mark was diagnosed with Crohn’s.

This summer Alan handed over a cheque for £1000, raised by his Tewkesbury Group, taking the total amount he and his supporters have raised to over £350,000.

Thirty two years ago

Alan, his wife Doris and over twenty friends and family set out not just to raise money, but also promote awareness of Crohn’s and the charity CICRA. The money Alan’s Tewkesbury Group have raised has contributed hugely to research into th condition.

Down the years his off-the-wall fundraising

efforts have included completing 100 haircuts in under three hours and an annual ‘It’s a Knockout’ contest.

CICRA has formally thanked Alan for his efforts in their Autumn Bulletin, which was published last month.

LANDLORDS Due to high demand we require all types of rental properties for waiting tenants A young Alan Cresswell (left) presenting a cheque to former CICRA Chairman Keith Gooding after one of his earlier fundraising events

TOWN CENTRE FOOD & CRAFT MARKET RETURNS Tewkesbury High Street will once again be turned into a food and craft street market, on Saturday 24th October.

The High Street will be closed to cars for the day and instead Tewkesbury will be filled with stalls selling fine foods, arts and crafts.

From 9am-5pm shoppers can take their pick of local beers, ciders, cheeses, artisan bread, plants, herbs and produced direct from local farmers and growers. There will also be ceramics, glassware, pictures, carvings and a range of gifts. For information about the stalls call 01386 840138.

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£308,950 A very substantial red brick double fronted three storey 5 bed detached family home at approx 2000sq ft.

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App-Fest Saturday 30th July Summer of 2016 More information coming soon!

Christmas Party Nights at the Farmers Arms Lower Apperley Friday 4th December Friday 11th December Friday 18th December The Amazing Lipinski Brothers Band The Famous Paul Da Vinci Stan Terry as Rod Stewart One of the best covers band in the south west playing hits from the 60s to the present day. They have played at top festivals like Glastonbury to famous venues in England and the U.S.

Saturday 5th December Stan Terry as Rod Stewart

Famous for singing the lead vocals for Sugar Baby Love with the Rubettes, which sold over 8 Million Records. Paul sung with Tight Fit on The Lion Sleeps Tonight. Paul Da Vinci’s voice was voted by his musical peers as the voice of the Generation. He has sung with David Essex, Elton John, Tom Jones and Ringo Star and many more world renowned artists.

An Amazing tribute to one of the Legends of Pop Music.

Stan is a truly remarkable performer giving a powerful and soulful performance.

Saturday 12th December U2 Elevation UK’s Leading U2 Tribute Band The band will be performing all the greatest hits from one of the worlds best bands. This band fills stadiums and features at some of the best venues in Europe. The lead singer has appeared on Stage and TV and looks and sounds identical to the real Bono.

An Amazing tribute to one of the Legends of Pop Music. Stan is a truly remarkable performer giving a powerful and soulful performance.

Saturday 19th December The Legends of Las Vegas Award Winning Tribute to Neil Diamond and Elvis A Musical journey highlighting all of the greatest hits from The King of Rock and Roll and Neil Diamond.

Fisher is classed as the Best Neil Diamond Tribute in the World and Finalist at the Memphis Elvis tournament.

He has won many competitions as Elvis and Diamond.

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 £22.95pp, Friday and Saturday evenings (includes music) 3 courses £25.00pp.

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Roast Breast of Madgett’s 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, Mushroom and Madeira Terrine Festive Chutney and Toasted Baguette King Scallops and Monkfish Tails Pancetta and Black Pudding, Light Dijon Cream

Roast Loin of Woodland Pork Goose Fat Roast Potatoes, Sage and Onion Stuffing and Pigs in Blanket with Gravy and Apple Sauce

Sticky Toffee Pudding Butterscotch Sauce and Clotted Cream Vanilla Bean Crème Brulee With Tuille Biscuits

Roast Sirloin of Herefordshire Beef Madgetts Duck Breast Caramel Pannacotta Bacon & Spring Onion Salad, Plum & Ginger Compote Goose Fat Roast Potatoes,Yorkshire Pudding & Gravy With Salted Caramel Ice Cream Cotswold Lambshank Lamb Fillet Medallions Chocolate and Cointreau Mousse-cake Sautéed Onions and Mushrooms with a Port and Braised in Rosemary, Red Wine & Garlic until Tender, Rich Velvety Mousse Layered on a Biscuit Base with Minted Mash Potato with a Cranberry & Port Jus Cranberry Dressing Vanilla Ice Cream and Raspberry Compote Free Range Breast of Chicken Seafood Gratin Tartlet Chocolate Baileys Roulade with a Raspberry Compote King Scallop, King Prawn, Crab and Cod Poached Wrapped in Bacon, filled with a Black Pudding & Wild Mushroom Stuffing with a Sherry & Onion Cream in a White Wine, Garlic Cream with Parmesan Festive Fruit Salad Sea Bass Fillet and Herb Crust Brandy Snap Crisp and Vanilla Ice Cream In a King Prawn, Tarragon, White Wine Garlic Cream Asparagus, Blue Cheese and Herb Pannacotta A Selection of Cheese and Biscuits Crab, Pesto and Parmesan Crusted Cod Loin Poached Pear, with Crispy Bacon Biscuits, Celery, Apple and Grapes and a Fruit Chutney Buttery Mash Potato with a Saffron & Ginger Cream A Selection of chefs Ice Creams Goats Cheese Potato and Red Onion Tart Goats Cheese and Mediterranean Risotto Vanilla, Honeycomb, Salted Caramel and Chocolate Creamy Risotto finished with a Balsamic Reduction Over Braised Red Cabbage and Spiced Apple with Coffee and Chocolates to Finish Roasted Tomato, Courgette and Basil Sauce Mushroom, Spinach and Camembert Wellington With a Rich Pepper Sauce

Farmers Arms Calendar of Up And Coming Events Not To Be Missed!

Friday 2nd October The Lipinski Brothers

Friday 30th October Neil Diamond Tribute

The South West’s Number 1 Covers Band.

The Evening will feature covers from the 60’s till the present day including some of the Classic Beatles Hits. They are an awesome Rock and Roll Indie Band that will guarantee to have you up and dancing all night long. Featured at This Years Glastonbury Festival.

A Fabulous Meal followed by a Great Show.

The World's Number 1 Neil Diamond Tribute.

Award winning vocalist Fisher Stevens is the UK’s top Neil Diamond Impersonator. He creates a spectacular tribute show, in fact his vocal ability is described as “truly remarkable” by Tim Rice.

Fisher Stevens played Neil Diamond in the award winning Global 2013/14 Theatre Production “Streisand & Diamond”. This is an Amazing Show with a Fabulous Preshow Meal.

For more information contact Dan and Jess on 01452 780307 or check out our website at www.farmersarms-lowerapperley.co.uk 20 - TEWKESBURY DIRECT

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ROSES THEATRE OPENS DOORS TO A PROMISING FUTURE After a summer of extensive renovations, The Roses Theatre reopened to the public on Thursday 24 September, to a sell out audience.

For the past three months the building has been enclosed in scaffolding as work carried out apace to complete the refurbishment.

Architects Poole Phillips and contractors Matthews Construction have worked tirelessly to ensure this momentous change was realised to its full potential.

The £820,000 project has been funded by The Arts Council, Tewkesbury Council, Gloucestershire Environmental Trust, and Barnwood among other trusts, alongside a wealth of local business support. The Roses states that the project has only been feasible thanks to the generous support of audiences and local residents who have really got behind

the developments.

Director Deborah Rees says: “We have been overwhelmed by the generosity of our supporters. Well over 3,000 people have individually donated to this project as well as support from local trusts and businesses. We could not have achieved any of this without this amazing support.”

The real triumph was the much publicised buy a brick campaign which has raised the theatre tens of thousands of pounds, and took the fundraising campaign within sight of reaching its target. As a result theatre staff took the opportunity to expand the development works to include the auditorium, and as such audiences will now find a

newly carpeted and redecorated auditorium which was not included within the original plan.

While the bulk of the work will be completed on time, the theatre will use the autumn months to phase in the remainder of the works, thus giving breathing time to ensure the offer is exactly right.

Visitors will notice a tremendous difference as soon as they enter the modernised building; the foyer has been extended into a light and airy atrium which will hit guests with its wow factor decor and contemporary ambience. The new downstairs coffee bar is selling a tempting collection of delicious cakes, pastries, coffees, teas and refreshments, the toilets have been completely

overhauled, the auditorium has been repainted and a new carpet installed, the upstairs bar will be serving pre show meals, and a brand new heating system has been established.

While the theatre itself was closed to the public, live and film events were held at The Watson Hall and Victoria Pleasure Gardens as it was still important to provide the local communities with the diverse programme of entertainment they expect from The Roses.

The Manfreds will be the first to perform in the improved building with their original front man Paul Jones and many of their best jazz and blues songs.

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TEWKEBURY COOKSHOP’S FIRST ANNIVERSARY One year ago, Tewkesbury Cookshop was bought by James and Helen Townsend, after the previous owner had decided to sell the business.

It is one of Tewkesbury’s best known shops, since its opening over twenty years ago. James and Helen are really pleased with how the shop is going, and especially with the support and hard work of Debbie,

Sue and Becky who run the shop with them.

“They’ve been great,” said James, “and we’ve had loads of positive comments from our customers, which is always good to hear.”

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St Giles Church, Bredon, 7.30pm Saturday 10th October. Andrew Taylor | Conductor Nicky Enderby | Leader Angharad Young | Harp Nicola Loten | Flute Programme to include Mozart Overture to Don Giovanni, Moxart Flute and Harp Concerto, Beethoven Symphony 7.

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to the shop, but runs the office side of the business from home. “I’m always surrounded by paperwork now,” she commented, “but it’s been fascinating (and scary!) to run a business that I knew so well as a staff member for many years. There's been a lot to learn!”

They both want to thank all their customers for their support during their first year. They hope to improve things further over the next year, and bring in new products over the next few months ready for their second Christmas season.

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A SUNSHINE CELEBRATION Her Majesty made it clear that she ‘didn’t want a fuss’ made to celebrate the occasion of her becoming the longest reigning Monarch in British History but at the risk of treason and being carted off to the Tower of London the residents of Shephard Mead felt the importance of this landmark couldn’t go unnoticed.

A (right) Royal Tea Party was held in the garden of Shephard Mead on September 10th and some 35 residents enjoyed a glorious late summer afternoon amid the bunting, flag fluttering and tables laden with scones,

cream and jam, Victoria sponges and other goodies.

A parade of ladies hats made especially for the occasion and a glass of fizz to wish HMTQ all the very best set the seal on a happy and patriotic occasion.

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Telephone: 01386 800400 Mike 0751 316 9244 or Glen 0779 534 2498 NEWTOWN, TEWKESBURY WI SAYS THANK YOU The members of Newtown WI would like to thank the following local businesses for their generous donations of toys towards our children’s tombola at the recent Tewkesbury Hospital Fete: alison’s bookshop; Warner’s Budgens; Cards and Gifts; The Carousel; Chamberlains Stationers; M & Co; Store 21; Tesco metro and Café au Chocolat.

The tombola proved popular and our young customers went away happy with their prizes and we made £96.50 towards the work of The Hospital League of Friends.

The WI Committee also thank our members who were generous with both their help and gifts of toys.

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THE LADY OF THE CAKE A lady well known in the area for her cake making held a twelve hour bake off on 15th September in aid of the charity Sands.

Ruth Winters bakes a total of 3,602 cupcakes during the marathon beating her estimate of 3,500 and visitors followed the smells of fresh baking to find Ruth, mixer in hand beating up hundreds of eggs.

Ruth supported the Stillbirth and neonatal death charity after her grand daughter was born prematurely and passed on soon after.

Ruth so far has raised close to ÂŁ2,000 with some money still to be collected and she would like to thank family and friends for their support especially her husband Frank and daughter Samii.

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PADDLE POWER Students from Tewkesbury School were supported by GE Aviation to raise money for Help for Heroes.

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They organised the Paddle Power Boat Race, featuring canoe-style vessels which took place on 18th September on the lake at Croft Farm Water Park, at Bredon’s Hardwick, near Tewkesbury.

There were 31 teams racing with nearly 200 paddlers and a significant number of spectators.

The junior 11 category had six teams from Norton, Tirlebrook and Tredington primary schools and Norton won the event.

In the senior event, there were 25 teams.

These included Tewkesbury School students and teachers. GE Aviation sent 6 teams and there were also entries from Rifina and Stagecoach. Charlotte Potter, Marketing Assistant at Stagecoach West said, “I think it was fantastic that there were so many teams taking part, including teachers from the school”.

One of the Bishop’s Cleeve based GE Aviation teams came through the heats and

emerged victorious.

Kevin Wilson, Senior Engineering Manager at GE Aviation said, “This is the second year we have supported Paddle Power, and once again the students did a fantastic job of organising a very successful community event – they should be very proud of what they have achieved”.

The school’s business teacher, Charlie Gardner, said that donations are still coming in but the event has already raised more than £2,500 for the Charity. You can donate via https://www.justgiving.c om/paddle-power2015/ Mr Gardner said, “I am so proud of the stu-

dents who organised this event, which formed part of their A-level coursework. It was wonderful to see so many people coming together to help others. The students were thrilled with the outcome of their work and deserve top marks.”

One of them, 17 year old Tyler Meynell, said, “This charity is close to my heart because my dad was injured while serving in the forces.

We had been planning this for some time, all the work was worth it.

On the day, the weather was fine and everybody was smiling.”

Photo by Jack Boskett.

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MJ'S GYM HOST'S A SUCCESSFUL OPEN DAY Owner Chris Baverstock wrote in to tell us of the developments at his Northway Gym, here is a review in his own words.

My partner, Lauren Mccartney and I, put on an open day/BBQ to celebrate MJs Gym 20th anniversary!

We have worked hard redecorating to give the gym a new, updated

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We had a great turnout and some really positive feedback from both members and non members!

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EVENING FISH AND CHIP CRUISE FOR SEVERN UNIT MVS Before the Tewkesbury based Severn Unit Maritime Volunteer Service ends their evening training sessions afloat due to the darker nights they held their annual fish and chip supper cruise.

Head of Unit Nic Price said “This year we decided to hold the event at The Fleet Inn, Twyning and three boats with Unit members and guests took advantage

of the new moorings which Avon Navigation Trust and The Fleet have just built. Aaron and his staff at The Fleet made us most welcome making it an excellent

evening and much enjoyed by all. We hope to continue training afloat throughout the Winter in daytime when the weather and river conditions permit.”

Severn Unit and guests at their Fish and Chip Evening at the Fleet Inn, Twyning.

TEWKESBURY ART SOCIETY Are having a demonstration by the Artist Colin Ross-Jack.

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with John Dixon, Tewkesbury Historical Society

Oldbury, 1970

Life after death? Knowing that much of the Oldbury was to be demolished, photographs of the stricken area were systematically taken – by the MOD, writes John Dixon of Tewkesbury Historical Society.

The black and white photo was taken in October 1970 and we can see the remains of Martin and Bennetts, the Corn merchants.

In the foreground was the whitened wall of the former single-track railway that had been closed before 1962. The wall has been reduced by a half and still survives behind the pedestrians. It has been recently, but perhaps over-enthusiastically, restored.

Behind the corn warehouse is a single storey “Nearly New” shop and behind that, with a car outside, is Sweets the Undertaker’s workshop.

The land-tax collectors verdict in 1910 was “half good brickwork and half old; good roof & fair repair inside”. Thus it lingered; in 2003 seemingly defying gravity. When I took the photograph, it had such thin walls that it seemed irredeemable.

As a listed building, however, it has now been resurrected by an intrepid developer - as the romantically named “Old Coffin Store”.

It also has the virtue of eclipsing the 1970s architectural tragedy behind, now gratefully run by John Dixon Halfords.

Pre-restoration, 2003

Old Coffin Store, 2015

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During October and November, dogs and cats can get up to date with their vaccinations for the price of a booster.

They will require two injections, 3-4 weeks apart, and of course, at Folly Gardens Vets, your pet will also receive a full health check at the same time. In Tewkesbury and surrounding villages, our main concern is the Leptospirosis portion of the vaccine which is carried by rats and can be passed to humans. It is often found in stagnant or flood water, around bird feeders or chicken pens.

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RAMBLING AROUND with Jack B. Walker

IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF THE BEAST? This month’s walk may not be for those of a nervous disposition, writes Jack B. Walker. It takes us along some of the high, mysterious paths on Bredon Hill, steeped in legend and local folklore. In recent years there have been many sightings of a ‘big cat’ here too - reputedly a black panther, known as the ‘Beast of Bredon’. In the lengthening shadows of Autumn, the mind can play tricks....

䡵 Distance: 4.5 miles; steady climb for 1.5 miles. 䡵 Car Parking: by St Benet’s Catholic Church, in Kemerton. Village also served by 540 bus 䡵 Refreshments: Crown Inn, Kemerton. 䡵 OS Sheet 190 recommended (map not to scale)

䡵 Bells Castle, high on Bredon Hill

Park you car near the Catholic Church in Kemerton, off the road from Bredon to Beckford Walk up the lane ahead of you, ignoring all turnings to the left, until you reach Bell’s Castle (1). These parts are reputedly haunted by a spectral coach and horses, although this may have been a rumour put about by one Captain Bell - who converted the old cottages in the 18th century to create the imposing ‘castle’ that we see today.

It was alleged that Bell was a smuggler, and he may have fabricated the stories of apparitions to detract attention from his illicit activities here.

Passing the castle, go through the gate into the field ahead of you (2) and continue ahead on the path to go through some trees. (3). You are now on a bridleway with the wall of Overbury Park to your right. Take the next path on the left (4) and walk with the field boundary on your

right until you reach Sundial Farm (5).

These pleasant old buildings provide the setting for another spooky tale. It was here, some eighty years ago, that a courting couple were terrified by an enormous black animal with ‘burning red eyes’ growling at them.

Stories of a large black dog roaming the high hill also abounded in the 1950s, but it wasn’t until the early 1990s that reports of a ‘black panther’ in the woodlands and hedgerows began to come in. They continue to this day.

Leaving Sundial Farmyard, take the right hand path (6) and keep along it until you reach the track at the scarp edge of Bredon Hill (7).

Turn right along it to reach Parson’s Folly at Bredon Summit. Exit via the earthworks (8) and take the permissive path back to the Bridleway (9). Turn right to descend to point 4, and back down to Kemerton.

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THE AUTUMN MAKEOVER with Emma Lawson of Ell Hair Salon This month Emma Lawson gives Meena Basram Gokani an Autumn makeover.

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TEWKESBURY JUNIOR BOAT RACING AND A LITTLE BIT MORE CRICKET AWARDS The Annual Bredon Boat Races attracted rowing teams and families who joined in with Bredon’s Annual Regatta.

Tewkesbury Cricket Club held its annual Junior Cricket Awards evening recently at the club’s pavilion. 2015 has been a bumper year for junior cricket at the Swilgate club, with 125 junior members joining up; a record number.

A variety of awards were presented to young cricketers at the awards evening, with the most improved young cricketer award being presented to Under 11 player Alex Oliver. Alex is pictured receiving the trophy from Club President, Mike Peachey.

“Our success in increasing junior participation in cricket in

Traditional stalls and games provided much entertainment on the

riverbank and as usual there were plenty of smiles and laughter. It

seems as though Tewkesburys summer fetes, festivals and

events have done a good job in raising community spirit.

recent seasons has been tremendous and has been the result of a great team effort from a lot of Gwyn people” said Williams, Tewkesbury’s Junior Cricket Coordinator. “A special highlight this year has been seeing one of our players, Ellis Luker, represent the County at Under 10 level” Gwyn added.

Ellis is pictured with his award.

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WITCHY WAYS FOR HALLOWEEN WHAT’S ON Tewkesbury’s John Moore Museum is gearing up to reveal its darker side with a series of special events at the end of this month.

On Saturday 31st October the Witchfynder will be in residence at the museum in Church Street, between 2pm and 3pm.

Visitors can hear tales of Gloucestershire witches and how they were tried and punished in this entertaining and spellbinding investigation of the history of witchcraft and witches.

It is suitable for all ages.

Later in the day, from 4pm to 5pm, Darren Oldridge will give a pres-

entation exploring various causes of witch trials in the western world.

Many thousands perished in the witch persecutions of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries.

At Halloween it is appropriate to ask what lay behind these terrible events, and what lessons may be learned from them today Darren is a senior lecturer in history at the University of Worcester and a specialist in early modern religious histo-

ry, with a particular interest in witchcraft and the Devil. He has published widely in this area.

Tickets for both these events include admission to the John Moore Museum and the Old Baptist Chapel. For details call into the museum or telephone 01684 297174. 䡵 DISCOVERING BATS DAY: on Saturday 24th October renowned bat expert David Endacott will be at the museum with a selection of live, rescued British Bats to explain all abut these fascinating creatures.

There are four sessions to choose from.

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䡵 ANDREW CHAPMAN BOOK SIGNING: Saturday 3rd October, Alison’s Bookshop, High Street, Tewkesbury, 10am. Local author Andrew Chapman will be signing copies of his third novel, The Leaving. 䡵 NEWTOWN, TEWKESBURY, WI: next meeting Wednesday, 14th October at Boy’s Brigade Headquarters, starting 7.45pm. Speaker Alexandra Stanbrook on ‘Hilarious Hats’.

Call Esme on 292067, or June on 293283. 䡵 A CONCERT OF WORLD MUSIC BY THE HEART & SOUL COMMUNITY CHOIR Saturday 24th October, 7.30pm, Watson Hall, Tewkesbury. In aid of Cruse Bereavement Care.

Tickets £7.00 available by calling 01684 772103 or 01452 381642. 䡵 THE TEWKESBURY LIBRARY CRAFT CLUB: Free club for people who enjoy chatting and sharing ideas about crafts; sewing, knitting, card-making jewellery making while they work.

Details: please ask at the library or call Deborah on 01684 276503. 䡵 MOVEMENT TO MUSIC: every Tuesday, 10.00am-11/00am, 50+. The Scout Hut, Oldbury Road, Tewkesbury. Contact Mrs Allvey on 01531 650200. 䡵 BREATHE EASY TEWKESBURY: every second Tuesday of the month, 2.00pm - 4.00pm at the Boys Brigade Community Centre. Open to all sufferers of lung conditions, families, friends and carers.British Lung Foundation Support Group.

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䡵 TEWKESBURY MEMORY CAFE: Tewkesbury Day Centre, last Wednesday of each month (2-4pm). For those suffering from memory loss and/or dementia. In addition to the advice and support available, there is also the opportunity to participate in craft activities and enjoy tea/coffee and cakes in exchange for a small donation.

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䡵 BREDON CRAFTERS: third Wednesday of the month, 1.00pm-5.00pm. Bredon Village Hall, Bredon, Near Tewkesbury.

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Church St, Tewkesbury 01684 290555 䡵 SUN 4th OCT: Blake, The Roses Theatre.

䡵 SUN 11th OCT: Dave C (4-7pm), The White Bear.

䡵 SUN 4th OCT: Leon Daye, Nottingham Arms.

䡵 SUN 11th OCT: Dom Duff (Breton Folk Singer) & Mike Weaver, Oat Street Chapel, Evesham WR11 4PJ. www.almonryfolk.com

䡵 SUN 4th OCT: ThunderRoad (4-7pm), The White Bear. 䡵 WED 7th OCT: Lindisfarne Story The Roses Theatre. 䡵 SAT 10th OCT: Foreign Quarter, The Wheelhouse Marina Bar, Upton-upon-Severn. 䡵 SUN 11th OCT: Roger Danter, Nottingham Arms.

䡵 SAT 17th OCT: Aquarius, The Wheelhouse Marina Bar, Upton-upon-Severn.

䡵 SAT 24th OCT: The GT Band, The Wheelhouse Marina Bar, Upton-upon-Severn. 䡵 SAT 24th OCT: Dreaming of Kate, The Roses Theatre. 䡵 SUN 25th OCT: Roger Danter, Nottingham Arms. 䡵 SUN 25th OCT: Nickel & Dime(4-7pm), The White Bear.

䡵 SUN 18th OCT: Andy Margret, Nottingham Arms.

䡵 TUES 27th OCT: Fake Thackray, The Roses Theatre.

䡵 SUN 18th OCT: The Midland Regulators (4-7pm),White Bear.

䡵 THURS 29th OCT: Counterfeit Stones, The Roses Theatre.

Museum talks Tewkesbury Town Museum will be holding a series of fundraising talks this Autumn and Winter, at Trinity Church Hall in Oldbury Road, Tewkesbury.

The talks are around one hour long with a question and answer session afterwards, followed by light refreshments.

Talks will be held on Tuesdays October 13th and 27th, November 10th and 24th 24th on Monday December 7th. Some of the subjects for the talks this year will include, Simon Lawton on the Tewkesbury author John Moore, Don Freeman on Tewkesbury's Swilgate Road area, Steve Goodchild on Workhouses and Bridewells and John Dixon on Bathursts and the Band of Tewkesbury Boatbuilders.

Times are from 6.30pm for a 7pm. start until 8.30pm. The venue is on one level with all facilities and free car parking after 5.30pm in the adjacent Spring Gardens car park. Entrance on door is £3 (includes Tea/Coffee and a piece of cake).

To be sure of a seat please contact Geoff Pope on 01684 297874.

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䡵 FRI 30th OCT: Alex Chapman, Yew Tree, Conderton. 䡵 FRI 30th OCT: Bay City Rollers, The Roses Theatre. 䡵 FRI 30th OCT: Future Set, The Berkeley Arms. 䡵 SUN 8th NOV: Mad About The Musicals, The Roses Theatre.

Railway Society announces October programme Tewkesbury YMCA Railway Society has announced its new programme for the Autumn.

October starts with two presentations - The Great Train Robbery by Ian Boskett on Tuesday 6th October, and ‘more railway images from the archive’ on Tuesday 13th by Paul Dorney.

Members are invited to bring their own CDs and memory sticks to show on Tuesday 20th October and a week later (27th) Jack Boskett will be revealing unseen photographs of Swindon Works.

Tuesday meetings start at 7.45pm prompt at the YMCA in Church Street. For details of the day out to Swindon on Saturday 31st October, see www.tymcars.co.uk

SAT 3rd OCTOBER CONKER CHAMPIONSHIPS in aid of Acorns and SARA charities

THURS 29th OCTOBER PIE NIGHT

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NEW EVENING DINING ON SUNDAYS 6pm-8pm, full menu available

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Tewkesbury Hostorical Society have a change of programme for their talk on Thursday 15th.

October. The speaker will now be Steve Goodchild on “Sturdy Beggars and Impotent Poor” at 7.45pm in the Methodist Church.

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䡵 TUES 17th NOV: The Black Feathers, (contemporary folk), The Roses Theatre.

Open day at lake reserve Kemerton Conservation Trust will be holding an open day at their Kemerton Lake Nature Reserve on Sunday 11th October.

Admission is £2.00. and gates open at 11am.

Refreshments, information and there are two guided walks: at 11.30am an introduction to the Reserve led

by Chairman Adrian Darby and a Fungi Foray at 2pm led by KCT Governor Peter Marren (author of ‘Mushrooms’ - The British Wildlife Collection)

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THE BUTCHER IS BACK Standing in the window of Kevin Mace butchers shop in Barton street is a character from days gone by.

The Butcher of Barton Street is an animated manikin who had been found relaxing in a storeroom at the former David Dudleys Butchers and has been restored to working order by Kevin to work in the shop window.

Tewkesbury folk old enough may remember him from the past, Kevin adds “It may look as though he is busy but he hasn’t produced anything I can sell yet!”

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MAJOR HERITAGE PROJECT, ON THE STARTING BLOCKS FOR SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE A newly formed group, has taken a lease at the working docks at Sharpness near Berkeley, on a storage area and large locomotive shed.

The new group, the Vale of Berkeley railway has been working fervently with a view to establishing a working Heritage railway that will operate along the old Berkeley branch line.

Still used by nuclear flask trains, it is hoped to run along the line’s 5 mile length. The group also have aims to rebuild Sharpness and Berkeley

stations, and establish a working rail and dockside museum.

Agreement has been reached with the owners of Winchcombe Railway to relocate their, nationally acclaimed collection of rare and local exhibits to Sharpness and owners of working steam and diesel locomotives rolling stock and engineering equipment are

placing their assets in to the project.

Spokesman, Mike Hoskins from Toddington explained, “The group have high standards of restoration and historical accuracy is paramount, this will give the project an authentic feel which will keep visitors coming back to see more.”

More announcements

will follow, when the project opens to receive visitors.

To find out more, sign up as a friend on facebook at www.facebook.com/Shar pnessRail. w w w. v a l e o f b e r k e leyrailway.co.uk valeofberkeleyrailway@gmail.com

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CONVEYANCING NEGLIGENCE CLAIMS SHOW WHY LOCAL EXPERTS ARE SAFEST OPTION Conveyancing, the buying and selling of property, is one of the largest areas of risk within law firms and for this reason the public are best to trust local experts, says Tewkesbury based DF Legal.

With the property market now buoyant again after some tough years following the crash, John

Daniels Senior Partner at DF Legal said the public need to make sure conveyancing is handled

correctly to prevent stress, possible legal action and the potential of the move falling

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“The Legal Ombudsman deals with many complaints about poor conveyancing, so it is safer to deal with trusted experts who have considerable conveyancing experience in their teams,” he said.

“Good law firm’s process searches correctly, flag up potential risks and keep the client well informed at all times, which is a million miles away from the service many home movers are now getting,” he added.

“There are now many ‘conveyancing factories which are basically large buildings full of staff carrying out conveyancing tasks as cheaply as possible, and with little or no personal contact with their clients,” he warned.

He said these companies may sometimes come recommended, but they are often responsible for making property deals far more stressful than they need be.

“If you are thinking

John Daniels, Senior Partner at DF Legal. about purchasing a property remember you need a totally independent solicitor who can advise you face to face of any potential problems with what is probably the most expensive financial outlay you will ever make in your life,” he said.

“At DF Legal, we talk you through the whole process and are with you every step of the way. It is far removed than talking to one of many voices in what is a call centre

environment.”

You can contact DF Legal on 01684 850750.

TEWKESBURY NORTHERN SOUL CLUB at the Watson Hall, 31st October 2015, 7-12pm Playing the best of Northern Soul and Rare Motown.

Great dance floor and venue.

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TWYNING VILLAGE STORES ARE FINALISTS IN LOCAL BUSINESS CHARITY AWARDS Twyning Village Stores was the very first business to support Tewkesbury VIPs, the club founded by Chris Chapman for visually impaired people in 2013. Since then, they have generously donated raffle prizes and birthday gifts on a regular basis for which the VIPs are most grateful. up a free book-swap and Chris nominated Steph might be able to meet putting tables and and Wez, who run our the need. We have a chairs outside the shop. village shop, for the super time at our meetAlthough Steph and prestigious GAVCA Local ings and there are local Wez didn’t scoop the Business Charity trained volunteers who main prize, they are Awards. He drew up a want to help. list of how many extra things the shop does for charity and the Twyning community - and that list was impressive enough to place Steph, the manager, in the finals for the Individual Award.

As well as being particularly helpful to our elderly residents, Steph and Wez are very community-minded. They participated in the ‘Making a Difference Locally’ campaign which delighted to be recogbenefitted our Playgroup nised for their efforts in and they support, the village and among others: Twyning Tewkesbury VIPs are Players, TRAC and thrilled to shine a light Acorns Hospice. Where on their contribution. else do you go for your The photo shows them panto tickets, fête raffle at the Award Ceremony tickets or knitted Easter in Cheltenham with Egg animals? Local resChris Chapman and idents are very pleased Hilary Davies from VIPs that Steph and Wez If you know any visureacted straightaway to ally impaired or just the recent Neighbourlonely, socially isolated people who might benehood Development Plan fit from getting out we questionnaire by setting

VOLUNTEER CLUB ADMINISTRATOR REQUIRED As a volunteer, I organise two successful monthly social clubs for visually impaired people in Cheltenham and Tewkesbury. I live in Twyning and am looking for someone local who can provide a few hours administrative support each month. This is an opportunity to join our team and enjoy making a real difference to the lives of others in our community.

The main purpose of the role is to ensure that no-one or nothing important is overlooked. With volunteers, members and external contacts we are regularly dealing with over 100 people. It will involve: • helping me with information technology • coming along to some of the meetings to establish and maintain a relationship with members and volunteers • meeting with me to check details and actions for forthcoming meetings • debriefing me after each meeting to identify and help with actions • maintaining the marketing activities and helping to develop new ideas • liaising with external agencies and contacts If you are interested in learning more, do contact me for a chat.

Christopher Chapman | T. 01684 293527 | E. mail@cchapman.co.uk

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Tewkesbury Please can you help, we need: Books, CDs, DVDs, Audio Books, Large Print, Sheet Music, Puzzles, Pictures, Prints, Maps, Stamps, Coins.

Collection can be arranged

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Volunteer drivers needed - mileage paid

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WE ALSO SERVE BREAKFASTS, LITE BITES, BASKET MEALS, OMELETTES AND SANDWICHES, IF THERE IS ANYTHING WE CAN DO FOR YOU, JUST ASK.

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AB SEVERN JUNIOR ROWERS NOW AMONG THE BEST IN THE COUNTRY In only their third regatta season young rowers from the Mythe Bridge Tewkesbury based club have surpassed last year’s total of 50 wins. The season ended at Worcester where the club’s crews won ten events and the Victor Ludorum Trophy, which brought the year’s tally to a total of 63.

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Commenting on the success so far their head coach said “we have come to expect around six wins at any one regatta shared across all ages from J13’s to J18 and nowadays our crews are highly respected as tough competitors.

Our older members have lead by example.

J15’s Robert Young and Arran Bennett won silver medals in their double scull both at the National Schools Regatta and at the British Rowing National Junior Championships held this year in Strathclyde.

WJ15 Deanna RadleyMoore combined with

J17 Jenna Roberts also in the double sculls to win the silver medal in the WJ18 ‘Championship’ event – a truly outstanding achievement.

Although very young Deanna has already been to GB selection trials and will go again next year alongside a number of our other athletes who are now showing the potential to compete at the very highest level.

Perhaps the most rewarding day this season however was our entry into Trentham Regatta where all our crews did well enough to gather sufficient points

to win the junior Victor Ludorum prize of £500.

This has been put towards the £25,000 we need to raise in order to purchase an eight seat boat now urgently needed if we are to take on the bigger schools and clubs at major events.

AB Severn was started in conjunction with Tewkesbury School and now trains young athletes from several other schools including Hanley Castle, Pershore, Winchcome, Balcarras, Sir Thomas Riches, Pates, Bredon Hill and Kings.

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Left to right: Arran Bennett, Robert Young, Jenna Roberts and Deanna RadleyMoore with their medals at the British Rowing National Junior Championships.

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5 COMMON PROBLEMS PEOPLE ARE HAVING WITH WINDOWS 10 There is absolutely no question that the response to Windows 10 has been overwhelmingly positive. True, anything would seem like a huge improvement compared to the disaster that was Windows 8.

But people love that the Start Menu has made its triumphant return and replaced the Start screen that everyone hated so much, and new features like Cortana and the Edge web browser are big checks in the pro column as well. Of course, nothing is perfect. In these early days, you can expect to run into a fair number of issues with Windows 10. First, it’s an early release — in fact, Microsoft has already released its first big Windows 10 update just one day after launch. Second, as great as the response has been so far… it’s still Windows, so there will inevitable be some bumps on the road.

If you do update to Windows 10 in these early days these are

some of the common problems you may encounter.

1. Activation issues First and foremost, some people are reporting difficulty activating Windows 10 once it’s installed. The bad news is there’s really nothing you can do on your end to fix it. The good news, however, is that this issue usually resolves itself after a few minutes.

2. Chrome is crazy Chrome browser users are running into a bunch of problems with bogging and slow-downs, especially which performing heavy tasks like streaming video.

We’ll have to wait for Google to iron out the bugs but in the meantime, killing all your extensions will help a

bit. If that doesn’t help, try reinstalling Chrome.

3. Where are my favourites?

The new Edge browser is so much better than Internet Explorer. To be fair, it would be difficult to make a browser worse than IE, but Edge is a nice simple browser that’s quick and clean.

But where are your favourites?

Click the … button to open the menu and then click Settings. Scroll to Import favourites from another browser, and then choose your old browser and click Import.

4. Folder fail According to some users, there actually is one area where Windows 8 is better than Windows 10: The email app in Windows 10 doesn’t allow people to create subfolders when organizing their email.

For most people, this is hardly an issue.

Unfortunately for people who do have an issue with it, there’s no fix for the time being.

5. Connectivity complaints A number of Windows 10 users are complaining that their

Wi-Fi is cutting out and it won’t reconnect. This is actually a pretty common problem across all versions of Windows, and the fix is the same as it is for Windows 8, Windows 7, and every other version out there: Reboot. Some users have said that disabling Wi-Fi sharing helps make Wi-Fi connectivity a bit more stable.

If you would like any help with your Windows 10 then please give Tewkesbury Computers a call on 01684 298100.

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ROUNDUP OF THE LOCAL FETES TEWKESBURY HOSPITAL FETE The Tewkesbury Hospital Fete drew lots of happy visitors from the town, with plenty of stalls and rides that entertained families on a nice sunny afternoon.

MAKE THE MOST OF THIS HALF TERM HALF TERM CRASH COURSE SWIMMING LESSONS HALF HOUR CLASS EACH DAY - £33.00 Monday 26th - Friday 30th October We have classes for beginners and improvers, qualified STA instructor.

PARENT AND TODDLER SWIMMING LESSONS FOR CHILDREN AGE 12 MONTHS - 36 MONTHS, QUALIFIED STA INSTRUCTOR IN THE WATER WITH PARENT AND CHILD £5.00 PER CLASS

COME AND ENJOY CASCADES WHILE YOU STILL CAN, AS OUR BRAND NEW LEISURE CENTRE WILL BE OPENING NEXT YEAR

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KEMERTON FETE Plenty of traditional games and interesting crafts play a large at the annual Kemerton Fete held in the grounds of the village hall. Our photos give a little taster of the fun that took place on the day.

Suppliers of the finest British meats to the retail and catering trade.

Orders now being taken for Christmas Local free range turkeys, cockerels, beef, pork, lamb and a wide range of game.

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NO DAMP SPIRITS AT TWYNING Despite the poor weather residents and visitors were determined to enjoy the Annual Fete and Car Boot Sale on the Village green. Everything went ahead including skittles, plate smashing, face painting and performances by local artists, including The Choir Factor and Bredon School of Dance.

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COBALT CHRISTMAS & GREETINGS CARDS SALE 10.30am - 6.30pm Friday 9th October At The Dovecote, Sandhurst Lane, Sandhurst, Gloucester GL2 9NR (past Church and follow signs) Complimentary coffee and cake.

Please come and bring your friends.

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PUTTING DOWN ROOTS AT ORCHARD PARK On Friday 18th September, the Mayor and Mayoress of Tewkesbury, Councillor Ron Allen and Councillor Elaine MacTiernan, officially opened a new phase of homes at Orchard Park in Twigworth.

The park has recently seen major redevelopment and investment in new infrastructure by park owners Pine View Parks and this first phase of new homes will feature 21 new bungalow-style homes in a variety of styles and sizes.

Throughout the morning, guests and home-seekers enjoyed refreshment from a Vintage Tea Party whilst exploring the available homes. "We’re delighted with the success of our Grand Opening," smiled Nick Bond-Powell, General Manager for Pine View Parks. "Many people attended and everyone was impressed with how Orchard Park is taking shape.”

There are several stock properties currently available at Orchard Park, or customers can select a plot for a home of their choice, designed and tailored to their own layout and specifications.

“As a resident of the park myself, it has been

very exciting watching the new development progress over the past few months,” said Helen Ford, Sales Manager for Pine View Parks. “It is proving popular with our over 50s customers wishing to downsize and release equity in a quiet, relaxed environment, which combines the security provided by an electric gated entrance

and minimal property maintenance.”

Pine View Parks is a family-run business with over 50 years in the Park Home industry.

The Orchard Park Sales Office is open throughout the week or by appointment on Sundays.

For more information call 01452 730605 or visit www.parkhomelife.com.

The Mayor of Tewkesbury Cllr Ron Allen cuts a ribbon to officially open the ParkHomeLife Orchard Park development Ashmeads Crescent in Twigworth, near Gloucester. Also pictured are ParkHomeLife general manager Nick Bond-Powell and sales manager Helen Ford.

Kudos 4th Anniversary this month Kudos ladies fashion boutique and dress agency celebrates its fourth anniversary of trading in tewkesbury.

Proprietor, Sue says “We are so happy to be part of the High Street shopping experience. We have built a great relationship with our lovely regular customers, but, incredibly we still have local ladies visiting us for the first time after all these years.

We strive to be inclusive rather than exclusive and we stock gorgeous garments for ladies of all ages, sizes and tastes. Our aim is to bring great customer service and offer value for money garments for all to enjoy.

Customers old and new will find the Autumn season collection now in stock and many more lovely items to follow in the coming weeks. From casual & smart day wear to special occasion, including wedding and

evening wear also, hand bags, shoes and accessories.

There is always a friendly and knowledgeable face on hand to help, from our lovely ladies, Amanda, Jane and Sue. In our a dress agency we are currently sourcing Autumn items, so if you are planning a wardrobe clearout, we would love the opportunity to sell on any surplus items you may have. We pay you 50% commission from your unworn items.

So whether you’re looking for a complete makeover or that elusive piece to complete your autumn look, pop in and see us at Kudos or take a look at our website www.kudostewkesbury.co.uk for fashion inspiration.”

We are open monday to saturday from 10 am until 4pm. out of hours appointments can be arranged by telephoning 01684 293611.

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Celebrating 8 years in business, many thanks to all our customers

HALFORDS BUTCHERS SAY THANK YOU Tewkesbury’s High Street family butchers run by Lee and Nicky Halford, just celebrated 8 years in business. In that time the business has thrived on selling good quality cuts of meat with a traditional warmth and friendliness.

Not only, but also in that time, the couple started a family. In her own words Nicki had this to say “Many thanks to all our customers over the past 8 years for your support. Also many thanks to our team over the years Pete, Rich, Joel and welcome to Matthew our newest apprentice. You all do us proud every day. Here’s to many more years serving Tewkesbury and our customers who come from further afield.” Lee and Nicki.

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

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CARE TO SING 'Care to sing' is the monthly singing session for people with memory problems, and their carers or companions, and is now a well-established part of the Tewkesbury scene.

The group was started with the support of the Barnwood Trust two years ago, and meets at the Tewkesbury Day Centre in Station Road, by kind permission of the manager.

“We're there on the second Wednesday of every month, so the next one will be on the 14th of October”, says leader

Penny Powell. “After some friendly chat over tea and cakes, we enjoy a happy hour or more, singing lots of old favourite tunes together, many from our own songbook”.

The sessions run from 2pm to 4pm, often with a theme, but with plenty of opportunity for participants to ask for their

own favourites.

“It's wonderful how we can often tap into our musical memory and find there are so many songs waiting to be sung - and there's nothing like a good sing together to give us all a smile!” adds Penny.

For more details ring 07817 820203.

COUNTY AIR AMBULANCE TRUST CHRISTMAS CONCERT Tewkesbury Abbey - Thursday 3rd December 2015 at 7.30pm.

Guest readers: Pam Ayres, Nat Parker, Adam Henson and Matt Frei.

Featuring: Tewkesbury Abbey Schola Cantorum, Trumpeter Gavin Wells, Soprano Nicki Kennedy and Contralto Katrin Hicks Beach.

For tickets please visit helpappeal.org.uk or the Tewkesbury Abbey shop.

RUGBY WORLD CUP INSPIRATION If you have been inspired by the Rugby World Cup, you can come along and join one of our local classes in Tewkesbury, Bredon or Bishops Cleeve.

Our indoor based classes are organised to provide a safe disciplined environment to develop your child’s skills and movement, but most of all to enjoy #rugbyfun.

Rugby Tykes offer fun based rugby classes for 2-6 yrs, working on core ball skills and developing your child’s physical literacy.

We run classes in Tewkesbury, Bredon & Bishops Cleeve, timings and more venues available on the website.

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PEUGEOT HELPS GET TEENAGERS BEHIND THE WHEEL Peugeot has made it easier for teenagers in Gloucestershire to get behind the wheel by making its unique ‘Just Add Fuel®’ scheme available to 18-20 year olds for the very first time from local Dealerships, Warners’ of Gloucester and Warners’ of Tewkesbury.

From September, young drivers will be able to benefit from the Peugeot Just Add Fuel® initiative on the Peugeot 108, due to a clever advanced telematics device which attaches to the on-board diagnostic port and tracks driver behaviour.

warranty and roadside assistance for their vehicle.

High on style, space and practicality, the Peugeot 108 is packed with a range of easy-touse technology to improve life on the road.

Offering an abundance

Previously only available to drivers aged 21 or older, Peugeot has made strides in the motor industry by making the inclusive package available for young drivers on the Peugeot 108.

Since its launch over five years ago, more than 27,000 people have taken advantage of Peugeot’s Just Add Fuel®. The innovative, fixed-cost motoring package ensures a single monthly payment which allows customers to leave the showroom with three years’ insurance, servicing, road tax,

of choice, drivers can choose from eight paint finishes, four interior ambiences and seven stylish themes on the 108.

Marc Warner, Dealer Principal said: “Over the last five years, the Just Add Fuel® scheme has been recognised as a significant innovation in vehicle retailing and this has now been extended to help get first time drivers on the road in Gloucestershire.

The Peugeot 108 is priced from just £248 rental per month and no initial payment is required. The monthly

payments can be improved depending on variables like the amount of deposit paid, location, etc.

Just Add Fuel® with telematics is also available to Peugeot 108 buyers aged 21-75 who do not have two years’ no claims discount, or have held a full UK driver’s license for less than two years.

Despite being part of the new car retailing landscape for five years, Just Add Fuel® remains unique to Peugeot and its customers.

For more information or for details on any of the models in the Peugeot range, please contact Warners’ of Gloucester on 01452 529755 or visit the Dealership on Eastern Avenue, Gloucester.

Alternatively, contact Warners’ of Tewkesbury on 01684 297575 or visit the Dealership on Shannon Way, Tewkesbury.

To find out more information online, visit http://dealer.peugeot.co. uk/warners-gloucester or http://dealer.peugeot.co.uk/warnerstewkesbury.

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JUST THE RIGHT CARE, AT HAND WHEN YOU MOST NEED IT For two years a local company has been growing in popularity, for the type of personal care most sought after in the Community.

La Vie en Rose is owned

by Kasia Nowakowska and whose head office is located at Dale House on the Bredon road in Tewkesbury.

The company ethic is, that people should be looked after wherever possible in their own home, as most clients feel more relaxed and happy in the environment that they have created for themselves.

The care for the elderly disabled or the needy includes 24 hour, respite, sit in, hospital transport, discharge cleaning, palliative and much more.

La vie en rose have a growing friendly team, and cover the area where readers of this magazine live.

If you are trying to manage on your own or are caring for someone else, then get yourself a little help as the benefits to can help change the quality of your life.

For more information: www.lavieenrose.org,uk

or telephone 439564.

01684

Kasia Nowakowska and administrator/carer Pauline Holliday.

Local lady Lorraine Gannon looks after administration and office work.

TEWKESBURY ADULT SWIMMING CLUB

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Cascades Swimming Pool, Oldbury Road, Tewkesbury, Monday evenings 7.30pm - 8.30pm. New members are welcome to join for an enjoyable and sociable way of keeping fit and healthy.

For more information call 01242 680602

COFFEE/SHOPPING MORNING Ripple Parish Hall, Saturday 3rd October 10am - 12 noon Admission £3.00 to include coffee and piece of cake) All proceeds in aid of the New Floor Fund Sellers - book your table now £10, from Pam on 01684 592060.

PUBLIC SPIRITED £8.95

Traditional Sunday Roasts with Yorkies Choice of chicken, beef, lamb or pork.

Veggie option available.

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Judy and Ron Yeates were walking on the Ham on a sunday morning recently and they found the remains of a burnt out tent, bottles, cans and rubbish, from a party and rather than do nothing or just complain, they went back the following morning and cleared up the mess. Thank you to Judy and Ron, it does make a difference.

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TEWKESBURY PINK RUN FUN October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and Bookworm Tewkesbury is organising a Pink Fun Run on Sunday October 11th to raise money for Cancer Research UK. This will be our first run but we hope that it will become an annual event.

The run will start at the Wheatpiece’s Community Centre in Walton Cardiff at 10am.

The 6k course is mainly flat and it will be possible to run or walk just 3k if preferred.

Entrants must be over

11 yrs old and more details can be found at www.CancerResearchUK .org or by ringing 01684 438385.

As a result of County Cllr Vernon Smith’s support ActiveTogether GCC has provided a grant to cover the expenses so all the money raised will go directly to the cause.

Karen Brennan, one of the organisers said, “We hope this will be a fun day that will introduce some new people to running whilst helping to raise money for the fight against breast cancer as well as raising awareness about the importance of early diagnosis.”

TEWKESBURY CUCKOO The winners of the recently held 'Tewkesbury Cuckoo' competition have been revealed.

By finding the ‘odd one out’ in the Towns shop windows Steve and Sandy Yardley have won a voucher for a meal for two generously donated

by JD Wetherspoon, for The Royal Hop Pole Hotel.

Pictured here presenting the prize to the lucky couple is manager Stuart Coxall. Well done both, look out for another ‘Cuckoo Competition’ in the New Year.

From left to right: Sarah Woods, Cllr. Vernon Smith, Adele Carter, Karen Brennan.

Photograph by Photo Studio Tewkesbury.

Sponsored by Bookworm Bookshop and Active Together GCC

TEWKESBURY ART SOCIETY Will be holding their Annual General Meeting, on Tuesday October 27th 2015 10.30am prompt followed by own painting, and Bring and Buy Sale of Art materials.

Morning closes at 12 O'Clock.

Refreshments available.

Further details. www.t-a-s.info Find us on Face Book. Or ring 01684 291391.

TEWKESBURY CIVIC SOCIETY AN ILLUSTRATED TALK: The Coombe Hill Meadows Nature Reserve by Jackie Birch. Wednesday 7th October at 7.30pm in The Elmbury Room at Tewkesbury Public Library.

Members £1.50, Visitors £2.50.

Refreshments available.

PINK FUN RUN 3KM & 6KM Sunday 11th October, 10am

Starting at Wheatpieces Community Centre, Monterey Road, Tewkesbury, GL20 7SP. Choose 1 lap or 2, Run/Jog/Walk, great course & fun atmosphere!

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ECKINGTON making your Christmas even more special

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THE GUPSHILL 10TH ANNIVERSARY Landlady of Tewkesbury’s Gupshill Manor, Naomi Reynolds, celebrated with friends, 10 years of running this popular hostelry.

Naomi puts down the success to having great friendly staff, many of which have worked with her for years, offering great, value for money dining in a vibrant, yet relaxing atmosphere.

Naomi adds “We

would love all local residents to pop in and see what we can offer, we can look after Weddings, private functions, events and with Christmas getting near, why not let us host your Christmas meal or Party.”

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QUEENS AWARD, FOR GWR VOLUNTEERS The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway held a celebratory event on Monday 14th September, where Lord Lieutenant of Gloucestershire, Dame Janet Trotter DBE presented the Queens Award for Volunteering to the 900 plus volunteer workers.

Also present were Patron, actor Timothy West, wife Prunella Scales and Sir William McAlpine.

Volunteering on the GWR is enjoyed by

many and any readers interested in taking part should visit www.GWSR.com to find out more.

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HISTORIC RELIC SAVED A railway waiting shelter from a long gone railway in the Cotswolds has a new home at Toddington Station.

Saved by the Restoration and Archiving Trust the shelter was from the remote station at Foss Cross on the Midland and South Western railway which ran from Cheltenham, to Andover in Hampshire.

Since the line was closed in the 1960s the shelter disappeared in undergrowth, and was retrieved to shelter large museum outdoor exhibits to prevent deterioration.

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DISCOUNT DAYS Saturday 24th October and Saturday 28th November 9.30 - 4.30 pm (also Christmas Fayre in the Abbey) 20% DISCOUNT ON ALL CARDS, GIFTS and JEWELLERY Shop Opens 9.30am within Tewkesbury Abbey

DON FREEMAN TALK Don Freeman of Tewkesbury is giving a talk with old photographs on The Oldbury and Barton Street Tewkesbury at The Ann Townend Hall, Churchend, Twyning on Friday November 6th at 7p.m.

Tickets will cost £5 to include coffee and biscuits. Tickets are available from Pam Page on 01684 292599 or at the door. The evening is to raise funds for Twyning Church.

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BONKERS FOR CONKERS

Roger and John the new licensees of The Railway Inn at Ripple promised when they took over the pub they would introduce lots of traditional games and on October 3rd they will be holding a conker championship in aid of Acorns and SARA charities, for details contact 01684 592225.

Also a family race night is planned for early November.

EVENTS AT THREE COUNTIES SHOWGROUND, MALVERN, WR13 6NW 2nd - 4th October - The Malvern Caravan Show 11th October - The 22nd Malvern Classic Car, Historic Commercial & MINI Show and Autojumble - Flea Fair 14th October - Gundog Society of Wales - Championship Dog Show 23rd - 25th October - Autumn Quilts Festival Autojumble 28th October - Malvern Performance Horse & Pony Sale

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POLICE NOTES with Police Sergeant Henry Wright

Tackling anti-social behaviour So what is anti-social behaviour? Basically, it is any activity that impacts on other people in a negative way, writes Police Sgt Henry Wright of Tewkesbury Police.

It includes a variety of behaviour covering selfish and unacceptable activity that can blight the quality of community life. Examples including: • Nuisance neighbours • Intimidating groups taking over public spaces • Vandalism and graffiti • People taking and buying drugs on the street • People dumping rubbish and abandoning vehicles • Anti-social drinking.

Sometimes, anti-social behaviour may be targeted at specific individuals or households; however, anti-social behaviour can also be a result of more general circumstances such as noise nuisance from an organised event.

Tackling and reporting anti-social behaviour.

Speak to your local anti- social behaviour co-ordinator. To find out

who this is you can visit www.respect.gov.uk and put in your post code.

Anti- social behaviour can also be a crime. If this is the case it should be reported to the Police.

You can do this by ringing 101 the police nonemergency number or by visiting the Constabulary website www.gloucestershire.police .uk No matter how you report anti-

social behaviour, all complaints are treated as confidential so you don’t have to worry about your identity being revealed. We are working very hard to tackle behaviour anti-social along with our partners in Tewkesbury Borough Council and all local housing providers.

Anti-social behaviour shouldn’t be tolerated if you don’t report it we may not find out about it.

Police Sergeant Henry Wright Tewkesbury Police

TEWKESBURY CLASSIC Motoring enthusiasts came from far and wide last month to take part in a vehicle show held at Tewkesbury Park Hotel.

Classic cars and motor bikes lined up in beautiful grounds, where visitors stepped back in time to the good old days to enjoy a display organised by Retro Marques. There was also live music fashion and a Vintage Fair on site to complete the perfect day.

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PHARMACY MATTERS with Peter Badham

BADHAM’S PHARMACY REACH 75 YEAR MILESTONE

Grove House Garage, Main A38, Ryall Near Upton upon Severn 10 Mins from Tewkesbury, Malvern, Pershore

In 1940 a young enthusiastic innovative pharmacist borrowed £100 from his mother and opened a pharmacy on his birthday, 17th October.

That was my father Richard G. Badham and he opened the pharmacy in Whaddon Road Cheltenham.

In his pharmacy he provided exceptional patient service, seven days a week , 365 days a year, he was a pillar of the community.

Even though it is over

30 years since he died, patients still thank me for what he did for them, it is a wonderful epitaph.

We have worked hard as a team to maintain his high standards, and because of this, this year we have been nominated for three prestigious awards. The back bone of the firm are our staff

and we are so lucky to have excellent staff, who all go the extra mile to ensure patients get the best service possible Badham Pharmacy continues to offer new innovative services , we are always seeking to improve our service offering.

Over the last 75 years

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the company has grown to 16 pharmacies extends which now from Priors Park in the north all the way to Bristol in the south The projected turnover for the company is £14m for this year, and we have firm plans to further extend the chain.

I am immensely proud of what the company has achieved from those humble beginnings and we all look forward to the company’s ongoing expansion plans.

Badham Pharmacy will continue I am sure for the next 75 years, whilst I can only imagine what the firm will look like then, I have no doubt the high level of service will be the same.

Peter Badham

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

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

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• Part P Domestic Electricians • From small repairs/minor works to re-wiring your entire home • Comprehensive service at competitive rates • Based in Tewkesbury Call Alan Knight on Tel 0330 330 4275 Mob 07792 230789 info@askelectricalsolutions.co.uk www.askelectricalsolutions.co.uk

Mobile 07801 700254 COMPUTER SERVICES

A. G. BONIFACE & SONS LTD SOLAR PV INSTALLERS Profit from generating solar electricity at home.

We can also upgrade, service and offer EL maintenance or repairs for any solar pv system

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

Tel 01684 295754 Fax 01684 274659

S L Services Interior and exterior painting, decorating and property maintenance

Unit G4 Northway Trading Estate, Tewkesbury

GARDENING

Simon Lannie slservices1@gmail.com

07814741758 PLUMBING & HEATING

DRAINAGE

Mike Spearing Heating Ltd ‘Handy Andy’ General Garden Maintenance

• Domestic/commercial blockages • Waste pipe unblocking • CCTV inspection/surveys • Environmental surveys • Drain installation, maintenance and repair • Septic tank installation and repair 24 Hour Emergency Call Out Based in Bredon

Tel: 01684 438260

Grass Cutting - Garden Clearance Weeding - Fence Painting - Hedge Cutting

Call 07521 221713

Heating Systems. Boiler Replacements. LPG. Oil. Breakdowns. Servicing. Unvented.

General Plumbing. Bathrooms. Tiling.

Under Floor Heating. Power Flushing.

Excellent and reliable service Fully insured, references available

Over 12 years experience in the trade including working as a Service Engineer for TOP boiler manufacturing company Worcester Bosch

HOUSE CLEARANCE & REMOVALS

Up to 7 Years Manufacturer’s Warranty on selected boilers. Full Public Liability Insurance.

Gas Safe and Oftec Registered.

01684 291622. 07786 442500 mikespearing@talktalk.net

Email: williamrosedrains@outlook.com Formerly of Bowers & Maber Ltd

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PLUMBING & HEATING

Plumbing and Heating Engineers • Boiler Installations • Boiler/Fire Servicing

• Landlord Safety Inspections • Breakdowns/ Repairs

• Bathroom Installations

• LPG/Natural Gas

• General Plumbing

• Unvented Hot Water Cylinders

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

STOVES AND CHIMNEYS

Martin Peek

IS YOUR CHIMNEY SAFE?

PAINTER/DECORATOR AND GENERAL MAINTENANCE home: 01684 292741 mobile: 07833 337388

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

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

01684 273538 Mobile 07801 700254 TREE SURGERY

To book an appointment or for a FREE quotation call us on

07970 680879 or email info@incaplumbingandheating.co.uk

Ben Bowers Heating Solutions Ltd HEATING ENGINEERS Solid Fuel - Oil - Gas - Wood - Biomass

01684 210614 07930 639488 Wimber Hill, Dingle Lane, Hillend, Twyning, Tewkesbury GL20 6DW

SATELLITE & AERIAL INSTALLATIONS

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

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

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

01684 293480 The Workshop, Red Lane Tewkesbury, Glos

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FREEMAN

TAILORING, SEWING & REPAIRS

ELECTRICAL/SECURITY INDUSTRIAL, COMMERCIAL & DOMESTIC INSTALLATIONS SSAIB REGISTERED COMPANY Established 13 years BASED IN TEWKESBURY

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

Electrical - Carpentry - Plumbing “Flexibility Is Our Strength”

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SECURITY SYSTEMS

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

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

MATT HALE TREE SURGERY

SIGNS & VEHICLE GRAPHICS

JO FIGGETT SEWING & DRY CLEANING at Monarch Drycleaners 8 Mitton Way, Tewkesbury GL20 8AN SEWING ALTERATIONS • REPAIRS • CURTAIN/BLIND MAKING • BRIDAL ALTERATIONS • HABERDASHERY

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

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STEAM & SCREAM If you are looking for family treats rather than tricks this Halloween, why not take a light hearted ghost train ride at the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway?

‘Steam and Scream’ specials will be running on the award-winning heritage railway on Saturday 31st October.

Special trains can be boarded at Toddington and Cheltenham Racecourse stations, passing through the reputedly haunted tunnel at Greet.

There’s a Halloween quiz on the trains, plus a chance to meet the Wicked Witch of Winchcombe and join in spooky activities: even becoming a ghostbuster at no extra cost. You might just spot a scary Autumn leaf on the platforms, like the one pictured above! Wear your scariest fancy dress outfit and you will have the chance to win a prize for the best Halloween costume on each train.

For further details of the event and all other happenings at the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway, call 01242 621405 or visit www.gwsr.com

䡵 Vintage vehicles and fashion teamed up at Tewkesbury Park last month, to raise money for the Midlands Air Ambulance. See more on pages 2 and 54.

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POSITIVE THINKING with David Slater

Don’t drift through life: take stock of where you are going It is so easy to drift through life. Too easy to let one day simply roll into another without noticing, writes local counsellor and therapist David Slater.

We can say that we are too busy to notice the passing of time. We must never allow ourselves to think that we are too busy to see and examine the quality of that passing time.

Every now and then we need to stop and take stock of where we have been and where we are going.

We need to stop to allow our batteries time to recharge.

If we try to cram too much into our lives the time tends to get cluttered and we are for ever racing to catch up with ourselves and our plans.

Everything suffers and we start to blame ourselves and the momentum is totally disrupted.

I urge you to make time to stop and take stock.

"Me time" is essential.

You owe it to yourself and will very likely function better when you begin to allow some " me time" into your life. If this is, in your eyes, being selfish then I urge you to BE selfish !

I offer you a challenge in this column today, and I urge you to take it up.

I challenge you to STOP and THINK. Ideally I would wish for you to do this every day BUT i realise that initially this will appear to be difficult or impossible to some people so you could start off with once or twice a week.

The important thing is that you DO TRY IT ! You will soon see why I recommend it !

GIVE YOURSELF PERMISSION TO TAKE TIME OUT AND DO THIS. When the end of the day draws near TAKE TIME to STOP - go off into a QUIET place and LOOK BACK over your day.

Have you been KIND and THOUGHTFUL in what you have done, or UNKIND and THOUGHTLESS? Have you kept your TEMPER under CONTROL or have you LOST the plot and then LOST your TEMPER when things have not gone your way ?

Have you been PLEASANT and APPROACHABLE,or MISERABLE and GROUCHY ?

Have you INSPIRED the people you have met, or have you DEPRESSED and DISCOURAGED them?

Have you DONE something CREATIVE and WORTH WHILE or have you WASTED the day with SILLY, UNPRODUCTIVE or AIMLESS things?

Have you been HONEST and FAIR in the various things that you’ve done?

Have you BOOSTED the MOMENTS OF JOY AND HAPPINESS in the lives of OTHERS or have you THOUGHT only of

YOURSELF? Have you WIDENED your MENTAL HORIZON? DEVELHave you OPED your PERSONALITY ?

Have you GROWN larger in stature, or SHRUNK smaller as a result of your day's actions and thoughts?

What we do each and every day determines what we become.

Every hour we actual-

ly build and develop our lives for better or for worse A daily checklist, such as this one that I place before you today, will help to keep you on the right track, You will be heading towards your greatest goals and most sincere ideals.

Your life is a journey.

It is my desire that you may enjoy it!

David Slater

GERALD WILLIS

DOMESTIC APPLIANCE SERVICE (01684) 561804 or (07831) 433892 WASHING MACHINE REPAIRS UPTON GLASS & GLAZING LTD 24 HR EMERGENCY BOARDING AND RE-GLAZING SERVICE An efficient, friendly local business • Glass cut to size in our workshop • UPVC windows, doors and conservatories supplied and fitted • Greenhouse repairs • Same day replacement of broken glass • Shop fronts - same day replacement • Mirrors and shelves supplied and fitted • Replacement double glazed units • Secondary glazing • Police and insurance company approved FENSA approved

FOR ALL YOUR GLAZING REQUIREMENTS

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

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A celebration of the biggest, brashest cars this side of the pond comes to Prescott Hill this month.

On Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th October the world-famous hillclimb course near Gotherington will have special displays by American car clubs, while competitors tackle the challenging

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Cascades introduce NEW national learn to swim school

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in partnership with the STA

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Cascades Leisure Centre Spring Gardens Oldbury Road Tewkesbury GL20 5LR

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uphill tarmac track.

Cars and motorcycles will include Cadillacs and Mustangs, Chevys Indians and Pontiacs as well as vintage hot rods.

There will also be rockabilly music and the oldest surviving ‘wall of death’ dating back to the 1920s. Judges will be voting for their favourite American car both days.

Home to The Bugatti Owners’ Club, Prescott has been one of Britain’s foremost hill climb circuits for around eighty years.

A real end-of-season party atmosphere is promised, with motor sport attractions including various club championships.

Gates open at 8.00am with the first cars scheduled on the hill at 8.30am. Day and weekend passes are available and under 14s are admitted free.

For more details of all the events visit prescotthillclimb.com

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