Tewkesbury Direct Magazine September 2018

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NEW SIGNS POINT TO A GREAT WELCOME Four new gateway signs are being installed on the key routes into Tewkesbury. The signs are made out of oak and have been designed in a style that reflects the wooden horses on the A38 Stonehills roundabout.

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The new signs will not only act as a welcome to visitors to the town but have also been designed with interchangeable panels that will be used to promote local events, such as the Medieval Festival and the Food and Drink Festival.

Councillor Bird, lead member for economic development and promotion, said: “These signs will provide a striking entry into Tewkesbury, giving a great sense of arrival, and will really draw attention to what the town has to offer.

“These stunning designs promote the charm of Tewkesbury and enhance its attraction to visitors.”

The four signs, which will be located on Gloucester Road, Ashchurch Road, Bredon Road and Mythe Road, are part of a project to promote the ‘open for

for highways, said: “We are really looking forward to the signs being put in place by the roadside. It has been an exciting project to work on and we were pleased

to be able to keep the design and production with local firms.”

The signs were made

by Tewkesbury firm Square One Design Services.

BRILLIANT RESULTS FOR TEWKESBURY SCHOLARS New gateway sign

business’ message, encouraging people to visit the town centre.

The signs have been funded from a Government grant secured by Tewkesbury Borough Council who have also worked in partnership with Gloucestershire County Council to enable the signs to become a reality.

Gloucestershire County Councillor Vernon Smith, cabinet member

CONGRATULATIONS to all Tewkesbury GCSE and A Level students on another set of impressive examination results. See our main feature inside on page 48.

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BOOK OF THE MONTH with Alison’s Bookshop & Music Room www.tewkesburydirect.co.uk

‘A Long Way From Home’

by Peter Carey Paperback, £8.99

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Peter Carey, who has twice won the Booker prize for books based in Australia, most famously for "The True History of the Kelly Gang", has returned to his homeland to recount his latest story, and he certainly seems very at ease when he bases his fiction there.

The background to this story is the 1950s and the Redex Reliability Trial, an endurance race of some 10,000 miles circling Australia. Around the event, which is not so much a "race" as a "time trial", as sections have to be completed within a specific time, Carey tells the story of three principle characters.

Mr & Mrs Bobs are mad about cars. Husband "Titch" and equally diminutive wife Irene want to run their own car dealership and eventually secure the Holden franchise, who support the Bobs entry into the Redex. They move into a new home with garage to set up their own business, and we learn of their struggles to achieve this.

Their new neighbour is Willie Bachhuber, a quiz show contestant, exteacher and librarian who has a love of maps. He is estranged from his childhood sweetheart, and his father, a Lutheran pastor of German origins, a dubious background so soon after the war. Willie agrees to become their map reader, and they leave their home town and domestic situations for the Redex.

The central part of this story is very much based during the Redex. It fairly zips along describing the ever changing scenery and challenges Australia can offer. Events mean that Titch leaves for a while, but when he comes back to join his

Really Useful Bags wife and Willie who have been aided in his absence by a mechanically minded Aborigine, arguments ensue and Willie leaves. It is very much Willie's story that unfolds in the last section of the story, while the Redex concludes, Willie finds himself stranded on a remote cattle station in the outback, where the mechanic reappears, and he ends up teaching the station's native children.

This closing section seems to be something that Carey needed to write, and he has produced a story linked to Indigenous Australians, their traditions and history, and how Willie's life connects to both sections of the community.

Meanwhile we keep abreast of the Bobs family after the Redex has concluded.

As ever with Peter Carey the reader is in capable hands; his research seems pitch perfect, his parents having run a car dealership in the very town in which he bases the novel. It is very much a book in three parts, but anyone who has visited that continent, or has relatives down under should enjoy this story, it has twists and turns not all on the road, but in the main characters and their families and acquaintances.

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HORSE TRAILER BECOMES MOBILE VINTAGE BAR Robert Tart from RT Bodysure in Tewkesbury has recently helped his daughter to renovate and convert an old horse trailer into a fantastic Vintage Mobile Bar. This has truly been a family affair.

Peggy Sue’s is a familybuilt and run mobile bar crafted within an old horse trailer.

The bar stocks a wide range of spirits, beer and lager and local cider as well as freshly ground Barista coffee.

Peggy Sue’s attends a wide range of events from weddings, christenings, horse shows and fetes.

Emma, the founder, is a young local girl who has aspired to own and run her own bar from a very young age, much to her mother’s shock as she was growing up!

Emma has worked in a range of settings including Puckrup Hall, Stanbrook Abbey and

Peggy Sue’s Mobile Bar

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stand what customers expect and how to deliver the best service.

The love of horses has shone through in the equine twist, with the name being inspired by one of Emma’s ponies.

For more information please contact Emma Tart on 07496 951968 or look for Peggy Sue’s Mobile Vintage Bar on Facebook.

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THE TEWKESBURY DIRECT WORDSEARCH by Lenny Lexicon

HCPC REGISTERED CHIROPODY AND PODIATRY Lorraine Monck M.Ch.S Emma Godson M.Ch.S Liz Brown M.Ch.S Warm Wax Therapy Treatment Paraffin wax heat therapy increases blood flow, tolerance for pain, relaxes muscles and increases hydration in the skin.

Intended to moisturise and soften the skin while providing a therapeutic and healing effect to sore and aching joints, it is particularly beneficial to those suffering from arthritis and rheumatic pain.

We also offer the following treatments: Routine Chiropody treatment -i.e.

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Treatment of Ingrowing toe nails Use of local anaesthetics Nail reconstruction Prescription of orthotics after foot assessment Cold laser treatment for fungal nails Simply Nails: after an initial foot health assessment we can offer a shorter appointment at a reduced cost

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Test your brain power with the Tewkesbury Direct Word Search.

This month’s puzzle conceals the names of twelve Presidents of the United States ADAMS CARTER CLINTON FORD HOOVER LINCOLN NIXON OBAMA REAGAN TRUMAN WASHINGTON WILSON WORDSEARCH 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.

A new Fairtrade service for Tewkesbury Roger Davis and Sophie Franklin noticed that it was very difficult and irregular to get Fair Trade products in Tewkesbury, so they decided to remedy to it.

They are organising a sale of all Fair Trade products on the fourth Saturday of the month, 25th August onwards, at the Methodist church, by the Cross ; hopefully on the grass outside the church but inside if the weather is inclement.

The goods are very varied, from your usual snacks to the useful household products, tea/coffee, pasta and rice, toilet and kitchen paper -all things that you need every day in the home and which

help people in poorer countries if you buy them on a fair trade basis.

So, remember, next time you

need anything that can be bought on the Fair Trade market, leave it on the list

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Worcester Road Tewkesbury GL20 6EB Opening Times:

Monday-Saturday 9.00am-5.30pm Sunday 10.00am-4.00pm

Enjoy the great outdoors this Summer Family owned and managed ‘independent’Garden Centre, catering for all your gardening needs and so much more.

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Local clothing brand will help mental health charities Callum Flanders, from Walton Cardiff, embarked on a project when he was sixteen that now has became a fully fledged business.

“Having spent the whole of 2017 working to raise my own capital to fund advertising, clothing suppliers and everything else with no help from family or externally at the age of 17, I finally launched ‘One Way War' in March this year,” said One Way War apparel Callum.

Callum's business, possibly never will, change in which many 'One Way War' is a charmaking life a set of batof us are only focusing itable clothing brand tles that collaborate into towards our physical based around spreading a psychological war, appearance and attribthe awareness of mental which we hope to show utes, completely reluchealth through the use and convince others to tant about the state of of unique, thought proturn that into a One Way our mental health and voking apparel.

War. well-being.

“10% of all profits are “I have experienced “Having gained tracdonated to mental health personal issues with tion over social media charities. mental health and as with nearly a 2000 plus “There are times in with other people I following across the life when you can’t get know, it started when I internet, we are planup out of your bed to go saw an increasing ning in the near future to work, to go to the gym to arrange fundraisers or whatever it is because through sponsorship of the lack of an incenand the local communitive to do so, Callum ty. explained.

“We hope to do so “It feels like there is with physical activities no driving force behind such as marathons and you, propelling you in also events to provide the direction you want to awareness and informago. tion.

“These are daily conFor more information flicts we have to fight visit Callum’s website that many other people Callum Flanders www.onewaywar.co.uk never know about and

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with John Dixon of Tewkesbury Historical Society

Cotswold Cottages in Freeman’s Court Italian Fashions Ethnic Fashions Bags, Jewellery & Accessories We are open Monday-Saturday 10am - 5pm Sunday 11am - 4pm 01684 299160

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Continuing the theme of modern houses populating the Town Centre, I focus on perhaps strangely named Cotswold Cottages, writes John Dixon.

They nestle snugly between the historic cottage, 54 Barton Street, and Kingdom Hall of the Jehovah’s Witnesses.

They do not have a street number because, quite simply, they filled a gap which had been Freeman’s Court.

That court, demolished as long ago as 1939, contained four tenement cottages dominated by a reputed bacon-curing factory with its massive chimney.

In 1831 it was reputed to have the capacity to cure 150 flitches at one time: this was a side of bacon presented traditionally to successful married couples: “You shall swear by custom of confession that you ne'er made nuptial transgression; since you were married man and wife”…

The factory was uncovered in 1939 with its ash poles intact and with some of the men so employed recalling having seen it in use. This building, together with Freemans Court, was given to the Congregational Church in 1853

by William Freeman.

He was a lace-maker who had built a factory in East Street, with housing for his workers built nearby in Chance Street. They are still homes in 2018.

As well as being successful, he was also a member of the Congregational Church next door, because he was unmarried when he died in 1859, he bequeathed part of his £414,000 will for the benefit of the poor.

How historically appropriate would it have been to call the modern homes, Freeman’s Cottages?

The Gap which was Freeman’s Court in 1958 (above) and Cotswold Cottages (below) pictured in 2018

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JOIN THE CLUB AND GET 10% OFF YOUR BILL Join our members club, along with information on some fantastic offers for you to enjoy on your next visit.

Book Your Christmas Party with us

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At each party night you will be served with three courses of the finest freshly prepared food, to be followed by our fantastic party and disco until 12.00am.

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main course turkey - g roasted breast of local turkey - roast potatoes - mixed vegetables - ‘pigs-in-blankets’ - cranberry stuffing red wine jus salmon - g pan fried scottish salmon - crushed new potatoes mixed vegetables - red pesto cream lamb - g slow roasted lamb shank - creamed potatoes mixed vegetables - bordeaux jus gnocchi - v italian potato dumplings - rocket basil pesto cream

tea or coffee served with mince pies Sundays to Tuesday £24.95 per person Wednesday & Thursday £25.95 per person Fridays & Saturdays £27.95 per person held in our function room Available from 1st December - 22nd December 2018 Arrival from 7.00pm - dinner served at 8.00pm Disco and party from10.00pm until midnight * Please note discount cards cannot be used in December

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Engall Castle Sept Advert x18 23/08/2018 13:40 Page 1

155 High Street Tewkesbury GL20 5JP

01684 293 246 sales@engallcastle.com www.engallcastle.com

Corse Lawn

£825,000

Tewkesbury

£465,000

Shuthonger

£435,000

This is a beautifully presented home standing in glorious gardens which have been professionally designed to create interest and space for all the family. 5 bedrooms; master with ensuite; kitchen/ dining room; 3 reception rooms; family room; utility room; downstairs wc; upstairs bathroom; driveway parking. EPC E.

Immaculately presented inside and out, this is a high quality build home. 4 bedrooms; master with ensuite; lounge; dining room; kitchen/ breakfast room; downstairs wc; upstairs bathroom; integral garage; driveway parking; garden. EPC tba.

A stunningly elegant Georgian Manor House conversion with far reaching views from its roof terrace. 4 bedrooms; master with ensuite; lounge/ dining room; kitchen; utility room; downstairs wc; upstairs bathroom; private garden; parking; single garage. EPC E.

Tewkesbury

Twyning

Stonehills

£435,000

£430,000

£425,000

With a glorious outlook, a mooring, parking and walking distance to the town – what more could you want! 4 bedrooms; kitchen; lounge/ dining room; study; downstairs & upstairs shower room; parking; garden; single garage; mooring with fishing rights. EPC D.

Detached individual 1930s extended home in a private lane location. 4 bedrooms; 3 reception rooms; kitchen; utility room; downstairs wc; family bathroom; ample driveway parking; garden; no onward chain. EPC E.

A large executive style detached home with double garage and delightful outlook. 4 Bedrooms; master with ensuite & dressing area; 2 reception rooms; study; kitchen/ breakfast room; utility room; driveway parking; private rear garden. EPC C.

Newtown

Strensham

Newtown

£335,000

An elegant Victorian end terrace town house, extended and modernised and now a spacious and beautifully presented home. 4 bedrooms; lounge; dining room; kitchen/ breakfast room; downstairs shower room; upstairs bathroom; off road parking; garden. EPC D.

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Offers over £300,000

Great village location, a modern detached home with manageable gardens. 3 bedrooms; master with ensuite & dressing area; lounge; kitchen; dining room; conservatory; downstairs wc; upstairs shower room; single garage; off road parking; low maintenance garden. EPC E.

£285,000

Detached home is the popular area of Newtown within a cul du sac. 4 bedrooms; lounge; dining room; kitchen/ breakfast room; conservatory; downstairs wc; utility room; upstairs bathroom; driveway parking; garden.

EPC E.

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155 High Street Tewkesbury GL20 5JP

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Northway

£250,000

Bredon

£245,000

Northway

£220,000

Beautifully light and immaculately presented throughout this extended home offers much potential. 3 bedrooms; 2 reception rooms; kitchen; conservatory; downstairs shower room; upstairs bathroom; garden; planning permission to extend further. EPC C.

A beautifully light and well presented home with the a lovely, southerly aspect private patio for the over 55s. 2 bedrooms; lounge; dining room; kitchen; conservatory; downstairs shower room; upstairs bathroom; parking; no onward chain.

EPC D.

Beautifully maintained - an end terraced home with lovely garden and energy saving solar panels.

3 bedrooms; lounge; kitchen/ dining room; conservatory; upstairs bathroom; single garage en bloc; driveway parking. EPC B.

Tewkesbury

Tewkesbury Park

Northway

£197,000

£190,000

£175,000

Fantastic position for this lovely bungalow for the over 55s. 2 bedrooms; kitchen; lounge/ dining room; shower room; patio; communal gardens; unallocated parking; day manager; 24 hour care line; no onward chain. EPC E.

Beautifully presented mid terraced home on the edge of Tewkesbury. 2 bedrooms; lounge/dining room; kitchen; upstairs bathroom; garden; single garage en bloc; parking; walking distance to local supermarket. EPC C.

This is a surprisingly spacious and well maintained mid terrace home. 2 bedrooms; lounge/ dining room; kitchen; conservatory; upstairs bathroom; garden; gated rear access; driveway parking. EPC C.

Tewkesbury

Northway

Town Centre

£155,000

Situated on the edge of Tewkesbury in a convenient location for this lovely terraced home. 2 bedrooms; lounge/ dining room; modern kitchen; courtyard garden; parking; no onward chain. EPC tba.

£145,000

A great opportunity to get yourself onto the housing ladder. 2 bedrooms; kitchen; lounge/ dining room; upstairs bathroom; allocated parking; garden; no onward chain. EPC D.

£137,000

Rarely available, an affordable end terrace town centre property. 2 bedrooms; lounge with open chimney; kitchen/ dining room; upstairs bathroom; walled courtyard garden; no onward chain. EPC E.

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Tewkesbury's entry into the Britain in Bloom competition has been supported by local businesses this year.

From employee volunteering days to special deliveries and painting jobs, there's been plenty of tasks to challenge our hardworking entrepreneurs to make the town centre look spick and span.

Before the National Britain in Bloom judges visited the town in August, businesses from the area worked round the clock to support the work of volunteers.

Local window cleaner, Gary Thompson of Cotswold Cleaning Company based in Twyning washed down the town centre bus stops and removed some graffiti, while decorator Cameron Pay of Calm Decorating Services repainted the entrance to a town centre alleyway to freshen it up.

A bespoke wooden planter was donated by Kim of Premier Timber to cover up a tripping hazard tree stump at Back of Avon and it was delivered from Kim's workshop in Winchcombe by Stefan Roberts of RED couriers. A real team effort by all.

Stefan Roberts and planter

The National Awards Evening will be held in Belfast during October, and the will be attended

by Borough Mayor Ruth Hatton. Each entry is judged on horticultural achievement (50% of the total marks), environmental awareness

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Tewkesbury is battling against entries from Amersham, City of London, Immingham, Morpeth, Linlithgow, Thornbury and Wimborne in the 'town' category.

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CGT Lettings: Meet the team...

When not hard at work, Debbie enjoys walking her dog and gardening (which the dog helps with).

Since opening in 2002, CGT Lettings in Tewkesbury has become a very well established letting agency and, being members of ARLA, are always up to date on all current legislation and regularly attend training courses to increase our knowledge.

We pride ourselves on all being native to Tewkesbury, and thus having an outstanding knowledge of the area.

Anne Horton (mid left) has been working with CGT for the past 14 years, originally starting as one of our administrators, and has worked her way up to being the manager of our Tewkesbury office. Anne is the undisputed expert all things lettings and is always on hand to give advice. Outside of work Anne enjoys the traditional countryside activities and working/training with her three dogs.

Becky Horton (far left) is another longstanding member of CGT, having worked with the company for 10 years. Along with working in Tewkesbury (where Becky hails from) she has also spent time working in the Cheltenham and Gloucester offices.

CGT Lettings Tewkesbury staff visited Sherdons Golf Centre to promote new sponsorship deal. Left to right; Becky Horton, Anne Horton, Richard Ballard, Dan Alsop, Debbie Wilkinson Becky’s most valuable quality is her familiarity of almost everybody in Tewkesbury.

If she doesn’t know you, she almost certainly knows someone related to you. In her spare time, Becky enjoys helping with lambing on one of the local farms, and has recently become a mother to a little boy.

Debbie Wilkinson (far right) is our property administrator, and has been with CGT for 11 years.

Debbie is responsible for ensuring our prospective tenants meet our high standards through referencing, and easily navigates the legal jargon involved with drawing up tenancy agreements and contracts.

Dan Alsop (mid right) is Tewkesbury’s lettings negotiator, and is the newest member of the team. Dan is always on hand to answer questions about our available properties, and has been involved in the property market for the past 3 years.

Alongside his negotiating, you may frequently see Dan wandering the town promoting our business (often in some outlandish costume). If he’s not in the office, you can expect to find Dan on stage, where he will either be acting, or playing bass in his bands.

One of our offices passions are supporting local businesses.

To that end, we have just signed a sponsorship deal with Richard Ballard of Sherdons Golf Centre in order for both companies to promote each other and expand into new business opportunities.

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Church End

£399,950

Cormorant Avenue

£330,000

Lime Road

£425,000

Heart of the village | Detached 3/4 bedrooms | Large Kitchen Breakfast | Double glazing and oil fired central heating | Mature gardens to front and rear | Ensuite to master | Excellent access to the motorway network | No Chain

Four bedroom detached | Tandem Garage with power and light | Kitchen Breakfast Room | Separate Dining Room | Front to Back Lounge | Nicely set back from the road | Well proportioned gardens | En-suite | Double glazing and central heating

Tucked away position | Excellent plot size | Quality upgrades to sanitary ware | Refitted kitchen with built in appliances | First class conservatory | Two bedrooms en-suite with two further bedrooms | Driveway with five bar gate leading to a detached garage

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Howells Road

Cares Alley

£249,950

£189,000

£149,950

Unusually spacious 3 bedroom detached bungalow | A credit to its current owner | Large conservatory with tiled roof | Log burner and gas fired central heating | UPVC double glazing | Pavier Drive | Well maintained gardens with timber summerhouse and enclosed potting area

Town centre location with rare parking | Lovely town garden with raised patio area and lawn | Sitting room to front with kitchen breakfast across the back | UPVC double glazing | Gas fired central heating | Two bedrooms and upstairs bathroom

Tucked away off the High Street | 2 bedroom semi detached | Private courtyard garden | Recently redecorated and replacement floor coverings | Modern white bathroom suite | Double glazing and central heating | No Chain

Cambrian Road

Jeynes Row

Graylag Crescent

£285,000

Handsome Westbury built 3 bedroom detached | Adjacent generous parking and garage with pedestrian access from the garden | High quality conservatory | Front to back kitchen breakfast | Front to back lounge | Master bedroom with en-suite

Longeights

£169,950

Traditional 2 bedroom mid town house | Cul de Sac location | Refitted kitchen | Lovely refitted shower room fully tiled | 2 double bedrooms | Ample parking | Enclosed rear gardens with rear access | UPVC double glazing | Gas fired central heating

£259,950

Unusual end terrace in town with garage | Attractive town garden | 3 bedrooms arranged over three floors | Upstairs bathroom from mezzanine | Kitchen breakfast room with large utility off | Sitting room | Conservatory | Offered for sale with no chain

Immaculate four bedroom detached by Bovis Homes | Detached adjacent tandem garage with pedestrian access from the garden | Quality conservatory | Stylish replacement sanitary ware | Corner plot | Upvc double glazing | Gas fired central heating

BRAND NEW Two bedroom semi detached home located on the Charles Church Brockeridge Paddocks development at the edge of Twyning Village, 10 year NHBC and quality throughout, contact agent for more details.

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The Gloucestershire char ity has received a £10,000 grant from the Commissioner’s Fund to run its Art Journal project with young people in the Tewkesbury area who have experienced or witnessed domestic abuse.

Manager of Community Family Care Sasha Hart said the aim was to help young people explore issues around domestic abuse and to promote healthy relationships.

“The aim is to support young people to express thoughts and feelings surrounding domestic abuse and to build resilience to either repeating that behaviour or being able to recognise the signs early on,” she said.

Community Family Care’s Art Journal project was launched in response to the need for effective emotional and mental health support for some young people.

It has helped to improve the emotional

wellbeing of more than 100 young people in the last year.

The new pilot project, in co-operation with the local PCSOs and Neighbourhood Policing Team, will take a year and involve 12 groups across schools and the local community within Tewkesbury Borough.

“We are very grateful to the Police and Crime Commissioner’s Fund.

Domestic abuse is often hidden and difficult to talk about. Many young people who grow up witnessing or experiencing it need help to make sure those patterns of behaviour which they have become familiar with don’t become the only way they know.

“The project offers them a safe and creative way to explore their difficult thoughts and feelings. The longer term aim is to reduce the number of young people entering into unhealthy relationships in adulthood.”

Police and Crime

Commissioner Martin Surl said: “There is evidence that a worryingly high number of young people are affected by emotional or mental health problems. It can affect some of them very early in life and continue into their teens.

“Helping young people develop into responsible and productive adults is one of the priorities of my police and crime plan and I am delighted to be able to help The Art Journal Project. It fills a gap in service and offers an original approach to supporting young people who have witnessed violence in the home.”

Community Family Care is a registered charity which supports families all over Gloucestershire.

It is part of Community Foster Care, an independent agency which provides foster carers for children all over Gloucestershire. www.communityfamilycare.co.uk.

Tewkesbury PCSO Jordan Rees with Community Family Care team (l-r) Rae Edwards, Sasha Hart and Gemma Nield.

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01684 390013 1 Barton Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5PP

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WESTMANCOTE

£725,000

NEW PRICE

COOMBE HILL

£725,000

An exceptionally large and impressive family home.

A large individual and impressive family home.

Reception Hall | Guest Cloakroom | Four Reception Rooms | Stunning Kitchen Breakfast Room | Utility Room | Five Double Bedrooms | En-Suite Shower Room | Family Bathroom | Double Garage | Extensive Gardens | Energy Rating D

Ground Floor Shower Room | Large Main Living Room | Adjoining Dining Room | Conservatory | Family Kitchen | Utility Area | Four Double Bedrooms | Master with Dressing Room & En-Suite | Guest Shower Room | Double & Single Garages | Workshop | Extensive Parking | Energy Rating D

COOMBE HILL

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£415,000

£399,950 A detached semi rural barn conversion having spacious/versatile open plan living.

Extended Living Room with Bi-Fold Doors | Separate Dining Room | Modern Kitchen & Utility | Three Good Size Bedrooms | En-Suite to Master | Wet Room/Bathroom | Fabulous Terrace with Views | EPC Rating D

Dining Hall | Open Plan Living Area & Kitchen | Three Bedrooms | Ground Floor Bedroom with En Suite | Stunning Master Bedroom | Family Bathroom | Store Room Ground Source Heat Pump | Energy Rating C

NEW INSTRUCTION

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Guest Toilet | Study | Family Room | Large Family Dining Room | Versatile Snug | Kitchen Breakfast Room & Store | Utilities | Four Bedrooms | Dressing Room | En-Suite Shower Room | Family Bathroom | Energy Rating E

£350,000

NEW INSTRUCTION An exceptionally large family home.

WALTON CARDIFF

£279,950

£595,000

NORTHWAY

A very large and impressive property, sizeable gardens and garage/workshop.

MITTON

NEW PRICE

A substantial period family home full of history and character being alongside a nature reserve.

Hallway | Guest Toilet | Through Living Room | Study/Office | Large Family Kitchen Dining Room | Four Double Bedrooms | Dressing Room & En Suite | Further Study Area | Family Bathroom | Double Garage | Ample Parking | South Facing Rear Garden | Energy Rating TBC

STRENSHAM

£260,000

NEW INSTRUCTION

£230,000

In a fabulous residential area with incredibly large gardens.

A superb and generous three bed detached family home close to playing fields and park.

A beautiful two bedroom property enjoying communal grounds of some 5 acres.

Hall | Ground Floor Bathroom | Kitchen Breakfast Room | Front Living Room | Three Very Good Size Bedrooms | Guest Toilet | Large Detached Garage/Workshop | Private Off Road Parking | Superb Gardens | Energy Rating C

Hallway | Guest WC | Two Reception Rooms | Modern Kitchen | Three Very Good Size Bedrooms | En Suite to Master | Family Bathroom | Low Maintenance Garden | Garage & Parking | Energy Rating TBC

Reception Hall | Laundry Cupboard | Stylish Modern Kitchen | Main Lounge Overlooking the Small Lake | Two Double Bedrooms | En-Suite to Master | Main Bathroom | Residents Parking | Private Shed | Energy Rating D

NORTHWAY

NEW INSTRUCTION

TEWKESBURY TOWN

£190,000

A very good sized three bedroom family home.

Porch & Hallway | Spacious Living Area | Conservatory | Kitchen | Three Double Bedrooms | Shower/Wet Room | Ample Parking | Garage | South Facing Rear Garden | Energy Rating C

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WALTON CARDIFF

£180,000

NEW PRICE

£135,000

An exceptionally good sized three bedroom home close to town.

A well presented second floor apartment in the popular area of Walton Cardiff.

Hall | Guest Toilet | Lounge with Fire Place & Stove | Large Family Kitchen Dining Room | Three Double Bedrooms | Modernised Family Bathroom | Private Garden | Energy Rating D

Entrance Hall | Lounge/Diner | Kitchen | Two Double Bedrooms | Ensuite to Master | Family Bathroom | Allocated Parking | Energy Rating TBC

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What’s On Tewkesbury Library Children

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SEPTEMBER 2018 Every Thursday 9.30 - 10.00

ALL OUR SESSIONS ARE FREE!

RHYME TIME & STORY Songs, rhymes, instruments and a story for pre school and infant school, siblings welcome.

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Every Thursday 10.15 - 10.45

BABY BOUNCE AND RHYME Songs, rhymes and musical instruments for babies.

A short sighted Dragonfly thinks he has found a friend on a local poster!

Join up and start collecting certificates and stickers now!

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WHY BUY NEW, WHEN I CAN RESTORE? Furniture repolished or painted Kitchen unit doors repainted to any colour n Modern or old furniture restored n Specialist spray finishers FREE QUOTES – COLLECTION n Staining & colouring SERVICE – 30 YEARS’ TRADING n n

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WHAT’S GREEN ON THE LOCAL SCENE with Cate Cody CHELTENHAM FOR EUROPE: Cheltenham for Europe are on the road and will be helping Tewkesbury host a stall in The High Street on Saturday 8th September 11am to 1pm. Come along and let them know how you feel about Brexit, regardless of which way you voted and help decorate our Brexitometer.

NEW FOODBANK FACILITY IS PLANNED FOR NORTHWAY Tewkesbury Foodbank has been aware for some time that there are families living in the Northway area of Tewkesbury who would benefit from being able to use its facilities.

Project manager Marion Badham said: “We intend to open a Foodbank Hub at the Northway Community Centre, at The Ray Shill Bldg, Lee Rd, Tewkesbury GL20 8QG. We will have a volunteer there every Monday morning from 10.30am 12.30pm. Clients will be able to meet Paul in the Ray Shill room for a private chat and if necessary Paul will be able to issue them with a red voucher.

“This will then be returned to our Tewkesbury Centre for the food parcel to be made up, ready to be delivered for the client at the Northway Centre for collection the next day, the Tuesday. We hope that this will make it easier for families living in the Northway area of our town, to get access to our services and to provide food for those vulnerable adults and children in that area.”

TEWKESBURY NATURE RESERVE OPEN DAY: provisional date Saturday 8th September. See further details on their website.

CATE CODY'S 'ALMOST ZERO WASTE' TALK: Wednesday 12th September, The Fold, Bransford, Worcester.

7pm. Free tickets need to be reserved before the event.

‘GARDENERS' QUESTION TIME AND PLANT/PRODUCE SALE:’ Thursday 20th September at Tewkesbury Abbey Parish Rooms, 7-9pm.

Expert panelists include permaculture guru Alison Ensor from Foxfield Permaculture, landscape and organic gardener Lorraine du Feu and Tim Hoskins head gardener at a Cotswold Estate with an interest in Ecology.

Tickets £3 on the door.

TEWKESBURY FRIENDS OF THE EARTH: Meeting, 7.30pm, Friday 21st September. The Mayor’s Parlour, Tudor House Hotel.

FAIR TRADE STALL: Tewkesbury Methodist Church, Saturday 22nd September, 10am12pm. Profits from Fair Trade products help people in poorer countries.

POSTCARDS FROM THE 48%- FILM On Saturday 15th September Postcards from the 48% Film will be screened at The Roses Theatre, 11am, followed by a Q&A session with the director, David Nicholas Wilkinson.

LOCAL BIKE MAINTENANCE COURSES: Contact catecody99 @gmail.com for further information.

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Mrs H

£485,000 Court Lea, Upton Upon Severn Set within a desirable and sought after location this beautifully presented 3/4 bedroom detached family home. A particular feature of this property is the “bright and airy” spacious and versatile living accommodation on offer which benefits from a self contained Annex with its own entrance.

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£155,000 Burford Gardens, evesham Two bedroom bungalow for the over “60’s”. Located in a superior retirement location, within walking distance to all the local amenities. Fitted kitchen, bright and airy lounge/diner, two bedrooms and shower room. Site development manager with 24 hour careline assistance. Communal gardens.

0.75% + VAt Due to a high volume of sales in the Tewkesbury area we urgently require more stock.

Please call the office on £200,000 Fairfield Road, evesham 3 bed family home situated on a substantial plot and in need of modernisation. Lounge with gas fire place, kitchen/diner, downstairs WC and there are three bedrooms and a family bathroom on the first floor. Outside there is off road parking, single garage and gardens to the front and rear.

01386 898989 to arrange a free market appraisal and take advantage of our reduced fee of 0.75% plus VAT

offers in the region of £395,000 Post office & Stores, Ashleworth A business with living accommodation and attached 2 bedroom cottage, (current rental return of £375.00 per calendar month). With potential to improve in an expanding sought after village location. A good sized garden adds to the appeal. Viewing by appointment only.

Mrs P

£255,000 Plantation Crescent, Bredon Well presented modern family home. Open plan lounge/diner giving access through the patio doors to the Mediterranean themed landscaped rear garden with coved patio. The modern fitted kitchen and separate utility room are an added bonus. uPVC double glazing and gas central heating.

Looking in Bredon for a 3/4 bed detached house.

£410,000 Cheltenham Road, Kinsham A beautiful grade II listed 3 bed character cottage adjoining open farmland with views to the front aspect. Offering a wealth of character to include Mullion windows, exposed beams, exposed stone walls, a feature bread oven.

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TEWKESBURY IS FREE TO EXPLORE! 6th- 9th September and 13th-16th September 2018

DISCOVER TEWKESBURY DURING HERITAGE OPEN DAYS’ EVENTS This year for the first time in the history of Heritage Open Days, will take place across two weekends 6th9th September and 13th-16th September 2018.

The double weekend will enable many exhibitions and displays to remain open for a longer period and give people a wider choice of places to visit on any combination of days, across one or both weekends.

Tewkesbury’s ‘Heritage Open Days’ provides a series of free events and activities, taking place in and around the town centre.

There are places of interest which aren’t normally open to the public, exhibitions, guided walks and talks all on

offer.

Plus once you have arrived in town, you’ll find each venue is no more than a 5 minute walk away – meaning you are never far away from discovering Tewkesbury’s rich history or stumbling upon one of our hidden gems.

For the first time this year the 16th century Tudor House hotel will be running 2 tours.

Discover the rich history, featuring oak beams, open fireplaces, priest’s hole and even axe marks believed to been made

by Oliver Cromwell’s soldiers during the English Civil war.

A visit to the Tourist Information Centre will reveal a fantastic selection of leaflets for inspiration during your visit including a tour of Tewkesbury’s network of medieval alleyways.

A full programme of what’s on during the heritage Open days will be available from the Tourist information centre in Church Street or by ringing 01684 855040.

Further information is also available from

www.visittewkesbury.info.

Some activities do require pre-booking so before setting off, please do check with the venue or organiser beforehand.

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HERE’S TO THE NEXT HUNDRED YEARS Local motor group,Warners Cars, scored a century at Bredon Cricket Club recently, when they held a thank you party for all their staff, to celebrate their Centenary.

The Warner, name has been synonymous with Tewkesbury since they started Warners Brother Mechanical Engineers from Twyning Green in 1918.

The acquisition of an Austin agency in 1923 proved almost prophetic as the coaching industry

fell into decline during the 1950s and 60s due to increased private car ownership.

The Warners of today began to take shape in 1968 when Michael, grandson of Harold Warner, took control of the car repair side of the business.

Nowadays, Warners cars, are trusted sellers of new and used cars as well main dealers for Citroen and Isuzu vehicles in Tewkesbury, and Peugeot cars and Vans in Gloucester.

Tewkesbury Tyres, is another arm of the busi-

ness that seeks to offer, great value tyres for all types of vehicles, and recently M5 Motorhome Hire has been launched, offering high spec motorhomes for those who love a more adventurous type of holiday or short break.

From right to Left Owen Parker, Rosie Warner, John Warner, Micheal Warner, Marc Warner and Mark Jones

Lets get the party started

Members of the team enjoying a well-earned drink

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SR TYRES, OPEN FOR BUSINESS AGAIN Simon Rogers is pleased to announce that he has re-opened his tyre business, after he had to close due to a fire in a neighbouring building in June 2017.

Now trading from Unit 2, Power Station, Northway Lane, Tewkesbury GL20 8JH. Simon jokes, that he is pleased to be offering new, part worn tyres, fitting and balancing, at flaming good prices that won’t burn a hole in your pocket!

For more information, call Simon on 07738 3472615.

OSTEOPATHY ADVICE with Katie Hogg, Two Rivers Osteopathy

Hot or cold hydrotherapy?

Joint discomfort and soft tissue injuries can respond to heat and cold hydrotherapy. This is the use of water to stimulate blood flow to an area to promote healing, relaxation and reduce inflammatory mediators.

A common misunderstanding is that ice can only be used on acute injuries. Actually, ice can be used any time inflammation is suspected.

This can occur in acute, chronic and flare up situations.

Unless you already have a diagnosis for your injury it is difficult to know if you should use hot or cold. Heat will force blood into an area and this can aid in relaxation and cause muscle trigger points to ease.

However, if the area is already experiencing inflammation then forc-

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Katie Hogg ing blood into the area can result in pooling of fluid and result in irritation and ultimately more inflammation. Ice forces blood away from the area. You don’t get the therapeutic effect until you take the ice off. At this point the body will try and warm up the area and blood flushes in. With this flushing of

blood, brings new oxygen and nutrition and pushes on any inflammatory mediators.

Generally speaking muscle injuries respond well to heat and joint injuries respond well to cold. You can cause further irritation with heat but not with cold. So, if in doubt use cold. If you need further information or you are concerned which type of hydrotherapy to use please feel free to call Two Rivers Osteopathy for some advice.

By Katie Hogg T. 01684 296884

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What’s On Tewkesbury Library ADULTS 01684 293086 tewkesburylibrary@gloucestershire.gov.uk

ALL OUR SESSIONS ARE FREE!

SEPTEMBER 2018 Monday pm and Tuesday am

COMPUTER BUDDIES BY APPOINTMENT 4th and 18th September 10.30 - 12.00

SHARE A POEM Most Thursday afternoons

FAMILY HISTORY AND LOCAL HISTORY

BY APPOINTMENT Monday 10th September

LIBRARY CLUB Every Thursday afternoon

BUSY NEEDLES LEGAL ADVICE ENQUIRY POINT

Anyone for Croquet?

PROPERTIES REQUIRED

Bushley Cricket Club will host a croquet competition on Saturday 15th September on Bushley Green GL20 6JB, along the lines of the competition held in the village for the past few years.

We will play 'doubles' with partners drawn from the hat, starting at 11.00.

Lunch and tea will be provided for players in the £12.50 entry fee and the club bar will be open. We do need players to 'book in' before the day on 01684 292350.

No experience is necessary, many of us only play once a year and spectators are also welcome.

We will make a donation to Macmillan Cancer Care as a club member is due to hold a coffee morning for them on 29th.

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Tewkesbury Repair Cafe is One Year Old We started in July last year with a small band of enthusiastic repairers, nervously wondering if anyone would come! Not only did the people of Tewkesbury (and beyond) come but they bought with them an interesting and sometimes challenging range of things to fix.

We are delighted that hundreds of electrical appliances, tools, clocks, bikes, even cuddly toys have been saved from landfill.

Favourite clothes have had a new lease of life and curtains and cushions stitched and fixed. Lots of tea, coffee and cakes have been served by Tewkesbury Friends of The Earth who join us every month to run the “cafe” part of the repair cafe, keeping us supplied with delicious cakes and drinks, often made from home-grown ingredients.

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More volunteers joined us throughout the year - we now have a strong and experienced team of seamstresses, technicians, woodworkers and generally handy people but new volunteers are

always welcome. We are particularly looking to recruit front of house staff. Would you enjoy meeting and greeting customers, explaining the process to visitors, recording repair information and scheduling repairs? No repair skills

are necessary for these roles and would particularly suit people who have worked in receptions, order taking, customer services or administration.

If you are interested in shadowing an existing volunteer or learning more, please contact TRC via facebook or via the

website or go along to a session, have some tea and cake and see what happens.

The Repair Cafe meets monthly at Tewkesbury Baptist Church, Station Road. Doors open at 3 pm and last orders are at 5.30 pm The next session is Saturday 25th August, then Saturday September 15th. There is no fixed charge for services, but clients pay for any spare parts, and they are asked to make a donation towards the overheads of running the events.

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Sometime in the 1970’s or 1980s Nash Brothers of 61 Barton St sold a sewing machine, that machine is now in the museum. Trying to identify what it was and how it got to Tewkesbury led us on a trail through some of the major events of 20th Century history.

The sewing machine is branded Alfran De-luxe.

It looks like many other machines from the early part of last century.

Heavily made from solid steel, with a wooden base. It is a hand cranked machine, but has been equipped with an add-on electric motor, powering the machine through a belt drive.

The interest starts when you tilt the machine over. A simple paper label stuck to the base “Made in the USSR”. Not in Glasgow, UK home of the once mighty Singer company, nor Manchester where Jones & Co once boasted of being England’s biggest sewing machine company. The USSR. Sewing machine making in Russia really began in 1900 when Singer built a factory at Podolsk. It thrived until WW1 threw the Russian Empire into turmoil.

Russia didn’t have the resources to fight a long war. Increasing poverty, anti-war protests and a long history of internal conflict between the ruling Tsar and opposition groups eventually led to revolution. In 1917 the Tsar was overthrown, and a new Bolshevik government – led by Lenin – emerged from the struggle to take its place.

The Singer factory closed for several years, finally re-opening in 1924, state owned and renamed the Podolsk Engineering Plant (PMZ). It continued to produce machines identical to the Singer models, particularly the Model 15. In 1931 it produced 520,000 machines, almost entirely for use with the USSR. Trade between the Soviets and the rest of the world was limited, and mainly they bartered agricultural products, timber and raw materials for machinery. The Soviet economy was state controlled and highly centralised. There was little incentive to innovate, so PMZ continued to produce the same products.

These were strong, based on the excellent Singer design, and, anyway, higher quality foreign machines were virtually unobtainable, so why change?

Not until the 1970s did trade begin to grow between the Soviets and the West. A desire to cool tensions between

the nuclear powers, a need for foreign currency in Russia and a new respect for things Soviet following their success in space travel, led to an easing of restrictions and tariffs. Soviet goods began to appear in Britain: radios (Vega, anyone?), electrical goods, then cameras (Zenith/Kiev) finally cars, the rare Moskvich and then the ubiquitous Lada. Soviet goods were never the best, sometimes crude, and not always reliable: they were often copies of obsolete European or American products, and no match for the Japanese. But, as they were often sold at less than cost price, they were always cheap.

Which is where our sewing machine came in. Podolsk products

were sold under various brand name in different countries, where they undercut local products.

Even Jones imported them and sold them under their own brand.

Our Alfran is at heart a Singer Model 15, designed in the USA in 1879, made by communists in the USSR and sold cheaply in Barton St. Small world.

The Podolsk factory did not survive the fall of the Soviet Union.

Between 1994 and 2000 it was again owned by Singer, but was unable to compete with more modern factories in China and finally closed at the end of the century.

Meanwhile, back in Tewkesbury, our piece of Russian history can be seen in the museum window for the next month.

LUNCHTIME ORGAN RECITALS at Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul, Upton upon Severn Wednesday 12th September at 12.30pm John Wright, Musical Director, Charlton Kings Choral Society and Fellow of the Royal College of Organists.

Join us for 45 minutes of music and a light lunch. Free entry but donations invited.

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HEART OF PRIORS PARK BAGS £2,000 FROM TESCO’S COMMUNITY GRANT SCHEME Heart of Priors Park is delighted to announce it has bagged £2,000 from Tesco’s Bags of Help community grant scheme.

Bags of Help is run in partnership with environmental charity Groundwork, and sees grants raised from the sale of carrier bags awarded to thousands of local community projects every year.

Since launching in 2015, it’s provided more than £56 million to over 16,000 local community projects.

Millions of shoppers have voted in Tesco stores up and down the country and it can now be revealed Heart of Priors Park has been awarded £2,000.

Work will now begin on bringing the project to life.

Youth Project for Tewkesbury Heart of Priors Park spokesperson said: “We are very pleased with the amount we have been awarded from Tesco’s Bags of Help Community Grant Scheme. The Grant will be used to set up a Youth Project within Tewkesbury. A youth project is well needed within the town and we are finally moving forward, to give the Youth of today something to

look forward to each week. We are still at the ‘planning’ stage but would like the youth to contact us with ideas and suggestions. They can contact us via facebook (@heartofpriorspark) or our website: www.heartofpriorspark.c o.uk. We would like to thank everyone who voted for us and for this great course.”

Alec Brown, Tesco’s Head of Community, said: “Bags of Help has been a fantastic success and we’ve been overwhelmed by the response from customers. It’s such a special scheme because it’s local people who decide how the money will be spent in their community. We can’t wait to see the projects come to life.”

Voting ran in stores throughout May and June with customers choosing which local project they would like to get the top award using a token given to them at the checkout.

Tesco customers get the chance to vote for three different groups each time they shop.

Every other month, when votes are collected, three groups in each of Tesco’s regions are awarded funding.

Groundwork’s National Chief Executive, Graham Duxbury, said: “Bags of Help continues to enable local communities up and down Britain to improve the local spaces and places that matter to them. The diversity of projects that are being funded shows that local communities have a passion to create something great in their area. We are pleased to be able to be a part of the journey and provide support and encouragement to help local communities thrive.”

Funding is available to community groups and charities looking to fund local projects that bring benefits to communities. Anyone can nominate a project and organisations can apply online.

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TEWKESBURY MITTON TOWNSWOMEN'S GUILD at Mitton Manor School The Townswomen’s Guild meets on the first Wednesday of the month (unless this falls on a school holiday) at Mitton Manor School at 7.45pm Wednesday 5th September Ms Sue Johnson Writing for Womens' Magazines Guests, Visitors and New Members most welcome.

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BINGO at Ray Shill Room, Northway Community Hub Thursday 6th September 2pm - 3.30pm Come along and enjoy a game of bingo, meet new people and have a cuppa.

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If there is enough interest this will become a monthly event.

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First novel for young Tewkesbury author James Stone, who left Tewkesbury School last year, has just written and published his first novel.

Inspired by genres such as Game of Thrones, ‘The Girl and the Goddess’ is a ‘low fantasy’ fiction which James has worked on during his gap year.

“The Girl and the Goddess is a novel featuring drama, war and politics, said James.

“I began working on it around four years ago; back then it was only a short story, but it has since become a much longer tale.

“I was fortunate to live in America and travel to a few exotic places around the world when I was younger which gave me an appreciation of different cultures and climates of which I have used as inspiration for

my writing. I wrote my first story when I was five and my first full novel when I was thirteen.”

James attended Tewkesbury School all the way from Year Seven until Sixth Form, in which he studied English literature and thoroughly enjoyed it.

“Many of the texts we read were large inspirations for my book,” James explained.

“The town of Tewkesbury itself; its rich history and land-

scape formed the basis of many of the locations in the novel too.

“I have always enjoyed writing, and I’m about to study English

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Floors that look great and need little maintenance can change the way you feel about the busiest areas in your home.

To cope with the rigours of modern life, more and more homeowners are looking for a floor covering that combines beauty and detail, but is simple to clean and maintain.

Proprietor of Tewkesburys, Carpets Direct, Richard Westwood explains why the latest generation of Luxury Vinyl flooring has become so popular.

“There has been a high demand in the installation of beautiful luxury feature floors, including wood, stone or ceramic, which has had a strong influence on the development of other more durable floor coverings.

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We offer a mobile service so if you’d like to arrange a free home visit please call us on 01684 298542. Alternatively, pop along to our Tewkesbury showroom, open every Friday from 10.00am - 3.00pm, and see our great value end of roll carpets, vinyl and laminate flooring, direct from the manufacturer. You’ll be amazed at how much you can save.

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RAMBLING AROUND with Jack B. Walker

A SEPTEMBER EVENING STROLL This month we return to one of my favourite spots for a late Summer evening stroll, the Malvern Hills - writes Jack B. Walker.

These rolling hills offer excellent trekking country for walkers of a variety of abilities.

This short route over high ground is exhilarating on clearer days, with magnificent views across

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

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

The path climbs over the ramparts to the summit of Herefordshire Beacon (2).

To the west the view is towards Welsh hills, with Herefordshire’s famously undulating countryside in between.

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

Walk southwards along the edge of the ramparts until you come to a path (3), which descends to an open space. Here there is a circular orientation and direction structure which is worth checking out (4).

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directed to visit curiosity known as Clutter’s (or Giant’s) Cave.

This may once have been used as a shepherd’s shelter, as well as being connected to pagan beliefs. The cave is always very popular with children!

Retrace your steps to point four and follow the broad track as it skirts around the slopes of the hill. There are various benches along this path where the views can be taken in.

As the main track curves around, bear right down a steep grassy path towards the reservoir below (5).

DISTANCE: 2 miles, some ascents/descents PARKING: British Camp pay and display car park on the A449 Malvern to Ledbury road REFRESHMENTS: kiosk opposite the car park, and the Malvern Hills Hotel MAP: OS Explorer Map 190 recommended

Above British Camp Reservoir If you don’t fancy tackling the descent and prefer to return by a higher route, the track you are on will take you

back to the car park.

British Camp Reservoir collects water from various hill springs. It was opened in 1895 by

the Duchess of Teck, granddaughter of George III and mother of Queen Mary.

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

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

Eventually the drive emerges at the lower end of the car park at British Camp.

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WHAT’S ON in Tewkesbury and District CRAFT FAIR: Beckford Village Hall, Sunday 2nd September, 12 noon to 3pm. Main Street, Beckford GL20 7 AA. Free entry, refreshments available.

CREATIVE CLUB: Mosaics,Pottery, Embroidery and Crochet Every other Monday from 8th January 2018, 7pm - 9pm Tewkesbury Baptist Church, Station Road, £3 per week. For further information call 07377 429495.

BUSY NEEDLES A free club for independent crafters who wish to pursue their craft whilst making friends. For more information please call 01684 276503.

CARE TO SING TEWKESBURY Tewkesbury Day Centre.

Second Wednesday of the month 2pm to 4pm.

For those with memory problems and their carers/companions.

Tea and cakes and singing favourite songs together. £2.50 per person. For more details please call 01684 772559.

BREATHE EASY TEWKESBURY: every second Tuesday of the month, 2pm-4pm at the Boys Brigade Community Centre. Open to sufferers of lung conditions, their families, friends and carers.

British Lung Foundation Support Group.

TEWKESBURY YMCA RAILWAY SOCIETY: YMCA Church Street, Tewkesbury.

Sun 2nd Sept CGR open afternoon 2pm to 5pm – Weather permitting.

Tues 4th Sept – Members evening bring your memory sticks, slides & DVDs to share.

Sun 9th Sept – Mystery day out in the van – Dept 8am from Ashchurch station - Names & £5 deposit required, bookings to Mike Dodd please. For more information please visit www.tymcars.co.uk FREE LOCAL HISTORY ADVICE: You will find a family and local historian at Tewkesbury Library most Thursday afternoons. Advance booking essential - please call 01684 293086 for more details.

TEWKESBURY FARMERS AND CRAFT MARKET: Saturday 8th September at Abbey Lawns Car Park in Gander Lane ( from 9am-1.30pm).

A great mix of local produce from farmers, growers and food producers, plus a wide selection of arts and crafts.

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TEWKESBURY MEMORY CAFE: Tewkesbury Day Centre, last Wednesday of each month (2-4pm).

For those suffering from memory loss and/or dementia.

Advice and support, craft activities etc. Plus tea/coffee and cakes in return for a small donation. For more details please call 01684 296238.

BREDON BABY & TODDLER GROUP: Every Wednesday morning, 10am - 11.30am.

Bredon Village Hall during Worcestershire term time. Everyone is welcome with their children/grandchildren from newborns to pre-school age. Contact bredonsteppingout@googlemail.com or Facebook for more information.

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FAST FOOD AND DINING OUT in Tewkesbury and District

Dish of the month: The Railway Inn’s Goat Curry September’s dish of the month is a really tasty goat curry served at the Railway Inn, Ripple.

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01684 293714 or 07724 630083 The Crown, Mythe Rd, Shuthonger, Tewkesbury GL20 6EF Sun & Tues-Thurs 5pm-10.30pm, Fri & Sat 5pm-11pm Monday closed, Open All Bank Holidays

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

in specified areas within 3 mile radius of Tewkesbury

01684 295 226 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 6.00pm-11.00pm 117/118 High Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5JY

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At The Royal Oak, Main Road, Bredon, Tewkesbury GL20 7LW FINE REAL ALES | FRESH HOME-COOKED FOOD

Restaurant Open Thurs-Fri 6pm-9pm Sat 1.30pm-9pm Sunday Lunches 12noon-4pm A warm welcome from Sue and Paul BOOK NOW FOR CHRISTMAS GREEN STREET | KEMPSEY | WR5 3QB

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Quay Street, Tewkesbury

01684 293220

Restaurant Opening Times Monday & Wednesday-Sunday Lunch: 12 noon-2.30pm Dinner: 5.30pm-11.00pm THAI SET LUNCH 2 Courses £9.95 Take Away Collection Get 10% Off Delivery service within 3 miles Pub open every day from Noon

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

Tewkesbury Fryer FOR A TASTE OF THE MEDITERRANEAN FISH & CHIPS, KEBABS AND BURGERS Gluten-free batter & pizzas now available every day Columbine Road, Walton Cardiff

01684 290888 STONE WILLY’S PIZZA

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

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

1: Which early commercial radio station, which had a reputation for playing pop music, had the frequency 208?

2: Which cult television series, which began in the 1960s, was created by Gene Roddenberry?

5: Which actor starred in both ‘Knight Rider’ and ‘Baywatch’ and became a popular singer in Germany?

3: Which Scottish football team is nicknamed ‘The Blue Brazil?’

6: In literature, what type of animal was Rikki Tikki Tavi?

4: At 2,717ft tall, what and where is the world’s tallest building?

TEWKESBURY LIVE Sponsored by

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Live music every Saturday. Resident band the Future Set last Friday of every month.

Free barn hire for functions and band practice. Real Ale - Real Food - Real Pub Church Street, Tewkesbury Tel: 01684 290555 SAT 1st SEPT: Mackerel Sky, The Berkeley Arms.

SAT 8th SEPT: The Strangers, Britannia Inn. SAT 8th SEPT: Aardvark Stew, The Berkeley Arms.

SAT 8th SEPT: Flatworld,

No.8 Arts,Pershore.

SAT 15th SEPT: The Strangers, The Berkeley Arms.

SAT 15th SEPT: Hipkiss Unplugged, The Ale House, Colwall.

FRI 21st SEPT: Steve Ashley, Playhouse, Cheltenham.

FRI 21st SEPT: Beautiful Noise, The Roses Theatre.

SAT 22nd SEPT: YolanDa Brown, The Roses Theatre.

SAT 22nd SEPT: The Hush (with Bryn Thomas), The Berkeley Arms.

SAT 22nd SEPT: Merry Hell, The Cube, Malvern.

SUN 23rd SEPT: Lindisfarne, The Roses Theatre.

SUN 23rd SEPT: Mice In A Matchbox, The Berkeley Arms.

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SUN 23rd SEPT: Crescendo Big Band (Swing concert, 3pm doors open 2.30pm), Gupshill Manor.

WED 26th SEPT: Jazz Club with Mrs Peel Jazz, Theoc House.

THURS 27th SEPT: Steve Tilston, Folk In The Foyer, Evesham Arts Centre.

FRI 28th SEPT: The Future Set, The Berkeley Arms.

FRI 28th SEPT: Talon,(Eagles tribute) The Roses Theatre.

SAT 29th SEPT: The Dooneys, The Berkeley Arms.

Mon-Thurs 7am-8pm Fri 7am-5pm, Sat 8am-1pm Motorists, cyclists and walkers all welcome

ANSWERS: 1. Radio Luxembourg; 2. Star Trek; 3. Cowdenbeath; 4. Burj Khalifa in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

5. David Hasselhof; 6. A mongoose

TEWKESBURY DIRECT Pub Quiz

FRI 30th NOV: The Future Set, The Berkeley Arms.

SAT 1st DEC: Granny’s Attic, No. 8 Arts, Pershore.

FRI 30th NOV: Sarah McQuaid, The Old Baptist Chapel.

SAT 8/SUN 9 DEC: Tewkesbury Town Band, The Roses Theatre.

SAT 6th OCT: Los Pacaminos (with Paul Young), The Cube, Malvern.

SUN 7th OCT: Stacey Kent, The Roses Theatre.

SAT 13th OCT: Foyer Folk, No. 8 Arts Centre, Pershore.

SUN 14th OCT: Danny Bryant, Cleeve Tithe Barn.

THURS 18th OCT: Daria Kulesh & Jonny Dyer, Folk In The Foyer, Evesham Arts Centre.

FRI 19th OCT: Genesis Connected, The Roses Theatre.

SUN 21st OCT: Paul Johnson Jazz Café, The Roses Theatre.

FRI 26th OCT: The Future Set, The Berkeley Arms.

SAT 27th OCT: Pontnewydd Male Voice Choir, Market Theatre, Ledbury SAT 27th OCT The Roy Orbison Story, The Roses Theatre.

AUTUMN STROLLERS WELCOME LUNCHTIME SET MENU 2 courses £7.95 3 courses £9.95

SPECIAL SET EVENING MENU 2 courses £9.95 3 courses £12.95

BLACKBOARD SPECIALS & A LA CARTE MENU Fun QUIZ NIGHT every SUNDAY £2.50

LIVE JAZZ MUSIC WED 5th & 19th SEPT 2018 with the

THE ROD KELLY TRIO BOOK NOW FOR CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR

The Fox & Hounds • Church Street Bredon • Tewkesbury GL20 7LA

Tel: (01684) 772377

WED 31st OCT: JB Trio (Jazz Club), Theoc House.

SUN 30th SEPT: Jon Coghlan’s Quo, Cleeve Tithe Barn.

THURS 1st NOV: Acoustic Session, The Anchor, Eckington.

SUN 30th SEPT: Orchestra Pro Anima, The Roses Theatre.

FRI 2nd NOV: The Opera Boys, The Roses Theatre.

THURS 4th OCT: Acoustic Session, Anchor, Eckington.

SUN 18th NOV: Sheelanagig, The Cube, Malvern.

SAT 6th OCT: Go Now: The Music of the Moody Blues The Roses Theatre.

THURS 29th NOV: Clive Gregson, Folk In The Foyer, Evesham Arts Centre.

VALE WILDLIFE HOSPITAL

CAR BOOT SALE EVERY SATURDAY From 9.30am, gates open at 9.00am for sellers. £5 Boots, £10 Traders AT VALE WILDLIFE, BECKFORD GL20 7AN SIGNPOSTED FROM A46

www.britanniatewkesbury.co.uk Excellent Food Served Daily 9am-3pm & 5-8pm Sunday Roasts • Specials Board • Beer Garden Curry Night Thurs 5pm-8pm - £5.99 inc FREE drink QUIZ NIGHT Tuesdays LIVE MUSIC The Strangers, Sat 8th September COMEDY NIGHT Thurs 6th September with John Waghorne CHARITY BINGO NIGHT Monday 10th September Coffee and Tea Served all day Dog Friendly

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COUNTRYSIDE MATTERS with Nigel Sligh of Animals Only Pet Supplies

FUN FACTS ABOUT FLEAS Fleas are parasites which plague all mammals and birds - and were even around in the time of the dinosaurs! Here are some fun facts collected

by Nigel Sligh of Animals Only in Northway.

• FENCING • EQUESTRIAN & DOMESTIC • SUPPLIED & ERECTED • DIGGER WORK • LANDSCAPING

It’s essential to treat your pet for fleas • Fleas can pull 160,000 times their own weight, which is the same as you pulling 2679 double-deckers.

VISITORS FLOCK TO MORETON SHOW Visitors from all over the country will flock to the Cotswolds this month for one of the nation’s largest one day countryside events.

Moreton Show, which will be held on Saturday 1st September, is all about the best in British farming and the countryside.

It’s been held on part of the Batsford Estate just to the north edge of the town - since 1949. The event is all about the best in British foods, crafts and produce, with a variety of trade stands and marquees as well as events for all the family.

The 165 acre site features show jumping, terrier racing, the best in livestock (including the National Poll Hereford Cattle Show), daredevil stunt riding, ponies in fancy dress, vintage tractors, sheepdog trials and much, much more. In the home and garden marquee you can see the winners in flower, vegetable and baking competitions.

For more information visit the website www.moretonshow.co.uk

• Fleas can jump 30,000 times without stopping and can reverse direction with every jump.

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• Fleas jump 150 times their own size, which in human terms is the same as jumping the length of a football field, or as high as the Eiffel Tower.

• When a flea jumps, is accelerates 50 times faster than a space shuttle.

• The biggest flea is the Beaver Flea which measures 11mm long.

• Fleas even plagued dinosaurs. Fossils of two giant flea species have been found in Mongolia and China.

The larger one measured over 22mm long, but more impressively, with mouthparts capable of piercing dinosaur skin. However, these flea ancestors lacked the ability to jump.

• Fleas can revive themselves after being frozen for up to a year.

• A flea lays between 1500-2000 eggs in their lifetime, or alternatively lay 50 eggs a day.

An adult flea lays eggs on the host animal, not on carpets or bedding.

• Fleas cannot lay eggs until approximately 40 hours after their first meal. One flea can become 1000 on your pet in 21 days.

• Flea larvae do not like the light so move deep into carpets and cracks in flooring. Flea pupae can live up to a year in your home.

For total flea control- spray pet bedding and kill fleas on your pet before they can lay eggs. For advice call into Animals Only Pet Supplies at Northway Lane, Tewkesbury GL20 8TW.

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Re-pointing and repairs of masonry using both lime and cement based mortars ~ Working on new, old and historic buildings to repair masonry and to cut out and re-point where cement based mortars have been used instead of traditional lime mortar ~ Damaged stone and brick repairs ~ Telephone:

07525 976940 or 01684 298029

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WHAT’S ON in Tewkesbury and District

Sarah tours from Texas to Tewkesbury!

Internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter Sarah McQuaid has announced an exhaustive world tour which will see her travel the length and breadth of the USA - before she arrives in Tewkesbury to play at the Old Baptist Chapel at the end of November.

Born in Madrid (to a Spanish father and an American mother), raised in Chicago and now living in Cornwall, Sarah McQuaid was taught piano and guitar by her folksinging mother, and from the age of twelve she was embarking on tours of the US and Canada with the Chicago Children’s Choir.

At eighteen she went to France for a year to study philosophy at the University of Strasbourg, before moving to Ireland in 1994.

She lived there for 13

years, working as a music journalist and magazine editor, and in 2007, she re-released her 1997 debut solo album, When Two Lovers Meet, and launched her solo career with a performance on Irish national television.

Ten years and four albums later, in April 2017, Sarah was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Ards International Guitar Festival, in recognition of her innovative use of the DADGAD tuning and her authorship

Join our Christmas Club A £25 deposit will secure any adult or child’s bike for delivery on Saturday 22nd December. The bike will have been carefully set up in our workshops and will arrive at your door ready to ride!

Sarah McQuaid

of The Irish DADGAD Guitar Book.

In 2018 she is touring her fifth and latest CD, If

We Dig Any Deeper It Could Get Dangerous, produced by the legendary Michael Chapman.

With a voice likened to ‘malt whiskey and melted chocolate’ and her exquisite guitar playing, Sarah’s return to Tewkesbury is much anticipated.

She will be playing at the Old Baptist Chapel on Friday 30th November (8pm start, doors 7.30pm).

Tickets are available in advance (£10) from www.wegottickets.com/e vent/442334 or the John Moore Museum.

£25

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ELECTRIC BIKES now available from £999.99

Autumn Weather is Here At the heart of town

We are your local choice for Bulbs, Wipers, Antifreeze, Screenwash etc.

Pop in and see us for all your car and cycle spares, parts and accessories

TEWKESBURY BLINDS & CURTAINS

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SUMMER ROUNDUP Tewkesbury has been alive with many community events taking place. Our photographs sum up the great time families have had and are a tribute to the hard work and dedication that the organisers have made.

NORTHWAY FETE The residents turned out to enjoy Pimms on the grass, shooting range, Ukelele Band, fairground, cakes, teas and many stalls at this years event.

Councillors were also showcasing their newly refurbished play park,

which offers many different activities and experiences, making this facility one of the best in the area, and as such invite Mums and Dads of Tewkesbury to bring their children along for a fun time.

Bouncy castle and challenge equipment hire Small Bouncy Castle £80 Large Bouncy Castle £110 Sumo (Junior & Adult) £60 Gladiator Duel £110

Bungee Run £110 Giant Slide (Staffed) £230 Zorb Pool (Staffed) £400 Mobile Climb Wall £450

FREE LOCAL DELIVERY

BEST PRICES PAID

Agricultural Engineers t.01684 772912 www.panddengineering.com

P&D ENGINEERING ARE EXPANDING Our new Rural Store is opening mid September!

Save yourself a trip to town!

We are able to offer a huge range of Countryside essentials and aim to be a one stop shop for the local community supplying a range of animal feedstuffs and bedding, tools, livestock equipment, gardening equipment, mowers, clothing, water fittings, welding equipment, pressure washers and many more lines at very competitive prices!

In addition we will stock a full range of compact tractors, implements and commercial mowing equipment aimed at smallholders and those with larger gardens. All this in addition to a full range of tractors, agricultural machinery and enhanced parts availability.

Call in for a look around or phone on 01684 772912 to check if we have what you are looking for.

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KEMERTON WI PRESENTS AN EVENING OF FASHION at Bredon Village Hall Friday 14th September 7.30pm Price £5.00 to include a glass of wine.

Clothes from M & Co. Tewkesbury Various stalls and raffle. Tickets available from M&Co., High Street, Tewkesbury & Pat Taylor on 07968 982180.

In aid of the James Hopkins’ Trust and Kemerton WI funds.

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

CAR BOOT LEDBURY at Hazel Meadows, HR8 2LP. (Ross Road A449 1 mile from town centre, opposite rugby club).

Every Sunday 11am to 3pm Space for 100’s of sellers.

Unlimited parking for buyers.

Huge flat field with easy access and exit.

Cars £7 - Vans from £10 Just turn up on the day. Buyers FREE. Catering & toilets. www.ledburycarboot.com

Collection can be arranged

Volunteers also needed to help raise money for the local community

01684 438385 9am-5pm Monday-Saturday

150 High Street, Tewkesbury Supporting local charities and Cancer Research UK

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SUCCESSFUL OFFSHORE TRIP FOR SEVERN UNIT MVS This Summer Tewkesbury based Severn Unit Maritime Volunteer Service had a most successful training cruise down the Severn Estuary and Bristol Channel in their training boat Minerva and three other cruisers.

Regional Head of Seamanship Tim Huckvale said “This was the first time Russ Davidson had been the coxn of Minerva for the whole trip and he did very well indeed. There was plenty of opportunity to put the lessons learned in the classroom

into practice as skills in Anchoring at Sea, VHF, Boat Handling and Navigation were put to the test.”

Head of Unit Nic Price commented “It was a particularly good trip this year as we encountered many different types of weather and

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sea-states as we visited Cardiff, Watchet and

Portishead before returning to Sharpness.”

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

Try our home cooked ham glazed with Tewkesbury honey and Tewkesbury mustard.

Homemade faggots, burgers and a variety of sausages available.

Pictured is MVS Minerva entering Sharpness Lock as she returns home.

Contact Tewkesbury Foodbank

01684 296824

Each week we produce a different Sausage follow us on Twitter @kevinsbutchers to find out more.

EVENTS AT THE VILLAGE INN

for food, friendly advice and help.

Local mural artist has painted the doors at the Village Inn, Twyning to promote some forthcoming events.

Local people helping the local community We’re at 76 Church Street GL20 5RX 9.30 am - 12.30 pm Tuesday to Friday.

81/82 Barton Street Tewkesbury Tel. 01684 295002

Donations always welcome See the shopping list on our window or give us a call

GLEVUM CARS 01684 295589 OPEN EVERY DAY

WIDE VARIETY OF QUALITY CARS IN STOCK

• FINANCE AVAILABLE • WARRANTY PACKAGES • PART EXCHANGE WELCOME

TEWKESBURY’S LARGEST USED VEHICLE RETAILER

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OLD BAPTIST CHAPEL, TEWKESBURY Sunday 23 September 2018

Extending from the Inside: Music for theorbo from the 17th to the 21st centuries The most dramatic feature of the theorbo, the largest member of the lute family, is its long - extended - neck. The long bass strings, according to one of the earliest player-composers, Alessandro Piccinini, are the “heart and soul” of the instrument.

This recital features music by Piccinini alongside his eccentric Roman contemporary, Hieronymus Kapsberger, and the more mellifluous Frenchman Robert de Visée.

Composers from our own time have become intrigued by the theorbo, and two short works by James MacMillan (Motet for theorbo) and Benjamin Oliver (Extending from the Inside) show the instrument’s future as well as its past.

Elizabeth Kenny is one of Europe’s leading lute players. Her playing has been described as “incandescent” (Music and Vision), “radical” (The Independent on Sunday) and “indecently beautiful” (Toronto Post).

In twenty years of touring she has played with many of the world’s best period instrument groups. With her own ensemble Theatre of the Ayre, she has created inspirational programmes of seventeenth

STOVES AND FIREPLACES • Supply of Gas Fires, Wood Burners, Mul fuel Stoves • Full installa on service by Qualified Engineers • Design & Installa on of Flue Liners and Twinwall Flue Systems • Maintenance and servicing • Sweeping - liners and twinwall systems only • Free Surveys and Es mates All enquiries welcome All aspects of plumbing and hea ng undertaken

Tel: 01684

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century music, as well as a unique collaboration with members of the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain: Lutes&Ukes.

Tickets £15 available

Elizabeth Kenny

from the John Moore Museum, Church Street, Tewkesbury.

Book online at oldchapelcourtconcerts.eve ntbrite.com (booking fees apply).

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THE WATTSY WALK, THE RETURN JOURNEY Local rugby player Lee Watts is to put on his walking boots again to raise money for Cancer Research, this time he will be walking from Gloucester Rugby’s Kingsholm Stadium to Worcester Warriors’ Sixways Ground, the reverse of his walk last November in which he raised more than £6,000 for the charity.

The walk last year was in memory of Lee’s friend Joe Goodwin who sadly died from cancer in 2016 aged just 29, Lee was inspired to do the walk again this year in memory Joe and of his friend Mike Lee who photographed Lee arriving at the ‘Welcome to Gloucester’ sign last year, and who was diagnosed not long after with Brain Cancer and sadly

died 6 months later.

Lee will be walking on

Becka Woodward

ASHCHURCH, TEWKESBURY AND DISTRICT RAIL PROMOTION GROUP

OPEN MEETING at The Elmbury Room - GL20 5NX, Tewkesbury Library Friday 7th September 7pm for a 7.30pm start We welcome as our speaker Ian Baxter.

With a presentation entitled ‘Making change happen on the modern UK railway’.

Paying particular attention to the BristolBirmingham Corridor as a whole.

Complimentary light refreshments to be served beforehand.

Open To All - New Members Welcome.

WEEKLY BINGO at Elizabeth Wyatt House Every Thursday eyes down 7.30pm In aid of Tewkesbury’s Old Peoples Welfare.

Includes a raffle, tea and cakes.

Friday 5th October on what would have been Mike’s 43rd birthday, joining him this time will be rugby player Becka Woodward from Walton Cardiff, who also is walking in memory of a family friend Sacha Knight who passed away from cancer at the beginning of the year.

Lee has set a target of raising £3,000 and if you would like to donate to this worthy cause please visit www.justgiving.com/fundraising/l ee-watts5 and help him reach his goal.

THE DEERHURST LECTURE 2018 at St Mary’s Church, Deerhurst Saturday 15th September at 7.30pm

Lee Watts

ONLY WITH THIS VOUCHER

Deerhurst, Pershore and Westminster Abbey by Dr Richard Mortimer.

Admission on the door from 7pm.

Tickets £5.

Students £3. (includes a glass of tine and cheese) AGM of the Friends of the Church at 6.15pm

Footlong Sub, a regular dispensed drink and cookie or crisps.

Valid ONLY at:

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

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

Don’t suffer, pop in and see us.

Badham Pharmacy 23 Church Road Bishops Cleeve Tel 01242 672653

T&Cs apply. Valid until 30th September 2018

From personal to business

we’ve got your insurance covered Got a renewal due?

For a free, no obligation quote, get in touch with our friendly and experienced team.

01684 438001

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Coversure Insurance Services in Tewkesbury Coversure Insurance 77 Barton Street Tewkesbury, GL20 5PY

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GCSE SUCCESS

Pupils at Tewkesbury School receive their exam results, and Photographer Jack Boskett was there to record the event. Turn to Page 48 for an editorial on the school visit from the Secretary of State of Education and more photo’s of A level students.

Stimulate your retirement at

TEWKESBURY & BREDON HILL PROBUS CLUB The club offers retired & semi-retired business men the opportunity to enrich retirement by joining for congenial conversation and sharing experiences of varied and interesting Speakers.

Talks in September are: September 4th: Edward Lear with Howard Robinson September 11th: Old paths of Gloucestershire with Alan Pilbeam September 18th: How to Make a Fortune in the 18th Century with Peter Covey-Crump September 25th: Yellowstone Park with Philip Mugridge For more information, without commitment, contact Bill Bush (Secretary) on 01684 298419.

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GROUNDWORKS UNDERTAKEN TO SUIT PROPERTY, PIPEWORK, FREE SURVEY, BESPOKE STEEL TANKS FABRICATED TO SUIT LOCATION

T. 01684 293556

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Volunteers fund good causes Thanks to the efforts of their volunteer helpers, Bookworm – Tewkesbury’s charitable bookshop - is again giving away thousands to local good causes.

River Ferry running from Tewkesbury all weekend!

The LOWER

LODE Inn

The Idyllic Riverside Venue for Parties, Weddings and Events Up to 200 guests can be accommodated in our lovely function room.

Ensure you get the date you want for 2019 by booking now!

At its Annual Meeting, Bookworm agreed to distribute nearly £8,000 to cancer research and local community groups, including: 3,000 to Cancer Research UK, a Bookworm favourite. £1,000 to the Aston Trust to support youth work in Tewkesbury. £1,000 towards the £20,000 cost of Tewkesbury in Bloom. £1,000 towards the cost of the annual, much loved, Christmas Lights. to £1,000 Tewkesbury Foodbank, half for children’s meal during school holidays, half for Christmas parcels. £250 to Vale Animal Hospital for care of rescued wildlife.

Bookworm hopes to agree a second round of donations later in the year.

Forthampton GL19 4RE Telephone: 01684 293224 Only ten minutes walk from Tewkesbury Town Centre via ferry.

By road from Tewkesbury take the A438 to Ledbury and turn off to Forthampton. At the duck pond turn left and follow the road to the end.

A warm welcome awaits at Badham Pharmacy, Priors Park BADHAMS

WE COME TO YOU

WE WILL COLLECT AND DELIVER YOUR PRESCRIPTION FREE OF CHARGE

Funds are raised through the operation of the secondhand bookshop, and running the Touching Souls tearooms two days a week during the school holidays. Manager Karen Brennan said that she is always surprised at how much Bookworm manages to raise. “It’s all down to the dedication of our volunteers. They work hard, but they get a lot out of it too; fun, friendship and the satisfaction of doing something for the community”.

Bookworm welcomes new volunteers for the bookshop, tea room or administration/ backroom duties. Volunteers must be articulate and have good customer skills. To find out more call in at 150 High St or phone 01684 438385.

Just bring your prescription to our branch and we will have it ready for collection or delivery to your home within two working days!

We also make and deliver dosette trays

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

Badhams Pharmacy 105 Queens Road, Priors Park, Tewkesbury

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Karen Brennan presenting a cheque to James Rogers at the Cancer Research UK Concert at the Abbey on Saturday night.

COME AND SING HAYDN’S NELSON MASS at Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul, Upton upon Severn Saturday 6th October Directed by John Holloway.

Registration at 9.30am. Singing at 10.00am.

Day ends at 6.00pm.

If applying for a group please give details of the number and voices. The fee of £10 per person will cover the cost of music hire and other expenses. Vocal scores can be provided. Tea and coffee will be available in the church. Friends and family are welcome to the performance at 5.00pm free of charge.

Applications to Adrian Taylor, adrianandjean@freeuk.com.

T. 01684 592158.

MITTON W.I. There was no August meeting but we have still had a very enjoyable couple of months.

Twelve of our members visited the Eastnor Pottery and all produced our own little masterpieces. A few of us had a try at making a pot on the wheel - certainly not as easy as it looks!!

We also had a very enjoyable 'girlie' afternoon out to see the new Mamma Mia film at the Roses Theatre. We will also be meeting at the Roses for informal coffee mornings at least once a month (dates TBA), please come along if you can, details available from contact numbers below.

The September meeting will be on Monday 3rd September when Charlotte Phillips will be giving a talk entitled 'Plus Sized Model/Pageant Queen' and the October meeting is a talk on Refugee Aid by Richard Haynes.

New members very welcome to come along and join us. Mitton W.I. meets every first Monday of each month at Mitton Manor Primary School at 7.30pm. If you would like more information please call 0784643523 or MittonWI@gmail.com.

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TEWKESBURY STUDENTS SHARE EXAM SUCCESS Tewkesbury School students were delighted to be able to share their examination success with the Secretary of State for Education, Damian Hinds MP, on his visit to UCAS in Cheltenham.

The students, accompanied by their Headteacher, Gary Watson, had been invited to UCAS on their busiest day of the year

by Chief Executive, Clare Marchant.

They were only too willing to share their joy, their results and their intended destinations with staff at UCAS.

Amongst other things they got to get an insight into the work of the social media team who respond to direct messaging on various platforms but who also proactively look for sources of concern and common threads across various platforms.

Call centre staff were dealing with up to 2,000

calls every hour from concerned students and parents.

Headteacher, Gary Watson, said “I came this morning expecting at least an element of chaos, certainly some stress and high levels of anxiety as staff are dealing with the, at times, raw emotions of up to half a million anxious

young people and their parents. What I have witnessed this morning has been a very calm, purposeful atmosphere characterised by effective teamwork and mutual support between staff. I leave knowing that the nation’s students are in good hands!”

Photos by Jack Boskett.

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BRILLFEST! A SUMMER TREAT Organisers of this years summer three day spectacular Lakefest event at Eastnor Castle said “The event was beyond our wildest expectations and the level of positive feedback we have received has made us all the more excited to do it again in 2019.”

People can now register to be the first to hear about the release of Super Early Bird tickets via the website www.lakefest.co.uk.

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UPTON UPON SEVERN GARDEN CLUB at The Memorial Hall Saturday 1st September 2pm-4pm Annual flower, fruit, vegetable and craft show.

OPEN SHOW All amateurs welcome to compete.

CLASSES Flowers, fruit, vegetable, handicrafts, floral arrangements, preserves & cakes, children’s, honey.

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THREE COUNTIES SHOWGROUND EVENTS at Three Counties Showground, Malvern WR13 6NW

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Tewkesbury Rugby Club Girls The girls section at Tewkesbury rugby club started in 2009 and consists of U13 Yrs 7&8, U15 Yrs 9&10 and U18 Yrs 11,12,13. As well as regular training sessions the girls play in development games and fixtures against local sides.

The Club runs regular Inner Warrior camps which are fun sessions used as an introduction for Girls and ladies to come along and try rugby. The next is

Wednesday 12th September and all are welcome.

There is a clear pathway in Girls rugby from starting in fun sessions through to completive

games and on to representative rugby at County level.

Tewkesbury is an open and friendly club with excellent facilities which include floodlit training areas, five pitches and modern changing rooms. The girls have regular social events one of which includes match day visits to local Premiership matches.

You can follow their progress on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram so come along and join in the #rugbyfun and prove #ThisGirlcan.

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WHAT A SPECTACULAR DAY! Once again, we were lucky with the weather and although it looked a bit gloomy first thing, it soon brightened up into a beautiful day and the crowds just kept coming!

CREATIVITY - CRAFT STALLS SELLING UNIQUE GOODS at Beckford Village Hall Sunday 2nd September 12noon to 3pm Free entry and refreshments available.

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AN AFTERNOON AT FORTHAMPTON

This year, in order to keep pace with the ever mounting costs of putting the show on, (pushing on to over £8000.00), we found it necessary to charge every person, classic car drivers included, a small entry fee of £5.00 if prebooked on-line or £7.50 on the gate.

This is the first increase in the gate price since we started 10 years ago. Although there were one or two mumblings about the charge (and I mean a tiny percentage), we were completely filled to capacity by lunch-time.

It should be remembered that all proceeds collected, go to benefit our many charities and

every Rotarian plus the helpers give their valuable time freely , which without them there would be no show. And what a show it was!

Project Bloodhound took centre stage and drew a good deal of interest, as did Alan Millyard’s wonderful ‘Flying Millyard’ 5 litre V-twin motorcycle.

Alan is an amazing creative genius and made the engine using 2 cylinders from Pratt & Whitney radial aircraft engine.

He made absolutely everything including the carburettors for this unique machine, which started first kick and thumped like a dump truck! He even brought along his ‘modified’ Kawasaki

KH500, with 2 extra cylinders added to an extended crank case; this was a 5 cylinder 900cc 2 stroke, which apparently tops 110 bhp at the rear wheel!

Next in line was Doug Bond’s 8 litre ‘Top Fuel’ Dragster, which was parked centre stage in the arena and attracted a huge crown when fired up – the noise was insane, but crisp and sweet when the throttle was momentarily opened. A big thankyou to Doug for bringing it and demonstrating the power needed to reach 225 miles an hour in a quarter of a mile from a standing start.

And just after lunch Terry Clarke rolled up in

his re-creation of John Cobb’s 1933 Napier Railton land speed record car, (which in its time achieved then record breaking speed of 163.

59 mph on Bonneville Salt Flats in 1936.) The original 24 litre Napier Lion engine produced 564 hp and weighed a ton, but Terry’s car is fitted with a highly modified 6.7 litre Cummins twin turbosupercharged diesel engine which weighs far less than its original counterpart and churns out a hefty 680 hp with a whopping 1000 ft lbs of torque at 2000 rpm. 2000 rpm in top gear is 100mph! it tops out at 3,600 rpm – I’ll let you do the maths!

By kind permission of Mr & Mrs John Yorke Sunday 2nd September 2pm for 2.30pm start 2.30pm Fake or Fortune?

3.30pm Tea, cake & valuations 4.30pm Charity Auction 5.30pm onwards Jazz & Wine Tickets £15 each (not including wine) available from lynremmer@aol.com Raising funds for St Mary’s Church, Forthampton

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The day wouldn’t have been the same without our hugely successful ‘almost family’ Haywood Sisters, who put up a very professional performance medley of songs from the ‘30’s, to which everyone danced on the specially laid dance floor in front of the car display.

‘Gloucester Strings’ picked up the mood and the ‘Lindy Hop’ dancers drew a substantial crowd, with a brilliantly choreographed set of dance routines, which carried on throughout the day. Rotary was also generously donated a book charting the progression of ‘Bloodhound’ and is signed by Richard Noble, the machine’s project director and Andy Green, the driver, who hopes not only to exceed the existing supersonic record, but the 1000mph barrier. We will be running an on-

line auction for this unique book, so keep your eyes on the CVF Facebook pages.

And lastly, a big thankyou to Rebecca Leppard and her husband Nigel for their terrific help and support in putting this show together and to all my incredibly hard working Rotarians, especially Dick De Leeuw and Alan Verrinder, volunteer helpers and amazing kitchen ladies, led by the redoubtable Clare Jennings without whose unstinting support we couldn’t have put this show on.

One final accolade must go to young Owen Ricketts, our youngest (12 years old), car parking assistant, who was a shining star, with unceasing energy and a fine example to every one of his age group.

Thankyou everyone for making our day.

By Anthony Stockman.

DEVEREUX CENTRE FLU CLINIC It’s now eighteen months since Mythe Medical Practice moved to the First Floor of The Devereux Centre in Barton Road and a lot has happened during this time. Following a CQC visit to the new premises and an Inspection just before the move, the Practice was delighted to join the top 4% in the Country with an “Outstanding” rating.

Building on this we have just received our latest nationwide GP Survey result showing that our patients put us 4th in Gloucestershire out of 82 when asked how they would rate their experience of making an appointment, 6th on how easy it is to use our website and look for information or access services and 7th for their overall experience of our Practice.

At Mythe Medical Practice we strive to offer an excellent service to our patients benefitting greatly from feedback and involvement from our fantastic Patient Participation Group who meet every two months to discuss Practice innovations and improvements.

They were integral to the very successful Carers’ Event held earlier this year at The Devereux Centre jointly with Church Street Medical.

The PPG will also be part of our annual Flu Campaign which this year we are hoping to make even easier for patients to attend.

Influenza is a serious disease but vaccination is the best way to reduce the risk of getting sick or spreading it to others.

This year we will be carrying out the usual Saturday morning clinics and Thursday evenings (by appointment) as well as the very popular “Hot Seats” where patients can just call in between the hours of 08.3012.30 and 14.00 -17.00

each day from 1st October 2018 to 2nd November 2018 (no appointment needed).

Added to this we are going out into the Community to offer patients a local venue saving them attending the surgery. The week commencing 22nd October we will be at the following locations : Northway Community Hub, Ashchurch Village Hall, Jubilee II Neighbourhood Centre, Holy Trinity Church Hall and Wheatpieces Community Centre. See details of times and dates in this issue and

everything runs smoothly and both they and Roger Hare of Carers’ Gloucestershire Co-ordinator will attend the Community based sessions. Roger will be available to chat to any Carers about an exciting new pilot scheme for Tewkesbury called “Connecting Carers” which aims to identify Carers who are experiencing some level of social isolation and where appropriate, support and accompany them to access activities, groups and other opportunities that they’re not doing at the moment.

ST NICHOLAS CRAFT GROUP at Northway Community Hub Tuesday 18th September 10am-12noon and every third Tuesday of the month If you enjoy knitting, sewing, patchwork, crochet, card making, in fact anything to do with craft work. Come along with your work and have a chat or learn a new skill, as well as making new friends. For more information contact Ann on 01684 294175.

Members of the Mythe Medical Practice PPG at Carers' Event 2018 book your appointment with the practice in the usual way.

You can phone the surgery or call into Reception now to book your appointment for any of our Flu Clinics or just pop in for a Hot Seat during October.

The PPG will be available on Saturday mornings to ensure that

So a lot going on this Autumn for Mythe Medical Practice patients. Please remember it is important to get your vaccination done by your GP Practice – we will be able to record the details in your medical notes for future reference and it’s an opportunity to say hello!

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FUN AND FROLICS AT PROBUS CLUB

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

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On Tuesday mornings, members of Tewkesbury and Bredon Hill Probus Club are used to sitting back and listening to a wide variety of interesting speakers but recently we had a totally different “speaker” when Phil Collins (not the lead singer from rock band Genesis!) introduced us to “Fun with a Gstring...on a ukulele”.

When we arrived it was all together play a well semi-retired professionclear that we were in for known tune. Phil then al or businessman and something very differasked for volunteers to would enjoy the compaent. Our visitors were perform in front of the ny of like-minded indidressed in Hawaiian rest of the audience. viduals, you are welshirts and shorts and In addition to our come without obligation there was an array of speakers, we arrange to come along to a meetbrightly coloured ukulevisits to many stately ing as a guest. Please les arranged along the homes and exhibitions. contact our Secretary Bill wall of our room at If you are a retired or Bush on 01684 298419.

Bredon Village Hall.

Each of us now had the opportunity of playing the ukulele, mostly for the first time. Phil showed us how to play the three chords that he had demonstrated previously and slowly but surely took us through playing each of these chords so that we could

POPULAR CAR WORKSHOP, RP MOTORS, REOPEN FOR BUSINESS After suffering damage to their workshop due to a fire in an adjacent unit, Rahul Gokani and his team of technicians are back to work in their refurbished premises in Northway Trading Estate.

The RP Motors team bined experience of over able, in an area that would like to say a big, 50 years, they are memcovers Tewkesbury, thank you to all the supbers of the Good Garage Cheltenham, Staverton, port and the custom Scheme and Approved Longlevens, Forthampgiven by their customers Garages.co.uk, two ton, Bredon, Overbury, and look forward to national bodies that Alderton, Gotherington, keeping their vehicles in monitor levels of service Bishops Cleeve, Stoke tip top condition for the and standards of work to Orchard, Apperley and journeys they have yet the customer, this Tirley. to take. ensures they get a fair Need a repair or a Rahul tells us that the and honest repair using service on your car? company has been tradquality parts.

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WHAT’S GreeN ON THe LOCAL SCeNe

TeWkeSbury HISTOrICAL SOCIeTy

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Sessions involve working outdoors completing practical gardening tasks within a team.

The course is 'rolling' so there's no start or end date, certificates are gained by attending at least five sessions (but they don't have to be every week). Contact: jo.worthyjones@gloucestershirewildlifetrust.co.uk 07793 307104

Joyce joins library historians’ team

First talk of the 28th Season of Tewkesbury Historical Society Author Dr. Sue Jones will present

Three Wise Women! Local Suffrage Activists Thursday 20th September, 7.45pm at Tewkesbury Methodist Church at the Cross Members £2.50 and Visitors £4. All welcome

WHERE IS IT? This fine old kitchen range, complete with pictorial tiles, has been uncovered in a Tewkesbury shop. The building is currently undergoing renovation. Can you guess where it is? Answer in next month’s Tewkesbury Direct.

HEXIE AIMING FOR RECORD

Tewkesbury Library has welcomed John Dixon for over a decade to offer consultation in using computers to budding Family Historians.

This year John has been joined by Joyce Tole-Moir who has already added her expertise with worldwide families.

The free sessions take place at the library most Thursday afternoons from 2.15pm-4.15pm and you can book an hour's experience by ringing (01684) 293086. 䡵 Joyce and John are pictured above in Tewkesbury Library

Local resident Marcus Hobbs has owned Hexie - a pet granite marbled python, for the past seven years.

Hexie was recently measured at 16’6” long, a little short of the 18’10” record for a reptile in captivity.

But Marcus bought Hexie (both pictured left), when she was the size of a slow worm, so perhaps the record is still in reach?

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CONSULT THE EXPERTS call 01242 621346 or email

Over 18 years experience in the trade including working as a Service Engineer for TOP boiler manufacturing company Worcester Bosch

tewkesburydirect@googlemail.com

Up to 10 Years Guarantee on selected boilers.

Full Public Liability Insurance.

Gas Safe and Oftec Registered

SATELLITE & AERIAL INSTALLATION

01684 291622 • 07786 442500

ROOFING

www.mikespearingheating.co.uk

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

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

A.J. CROMWELL

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

Office:

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

Providing roofing solutions across Gloucestershire.

Contact us for free no-obligation advice and quotations

(01684) 491802 07707 656487

01684 293480 The Workshop, Red Lane Tewkesbury, Glos

SECURITY SYSTEMS

FREEMAN ELECTRICAL/SECURITY

Bernard Elgar

INDUSTRIAL, COMMERCIAL & DOMESTIC INSTALLATIONS SSAIB REGISTERED COMPANY Established 21 years BASED IN TEWKESBURY

Handyman, Painter & Decorator First class work at a fair price.

One off and regular jobs.

Keyholder duties, house checks Minor repairs, furniture upcycling etc. Experienced, reliable and friendly, free quotations

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

FLAT & PITCHED ROOFS FASCIAS & GUTTERING CHIMNEY REPOINTING ROOF MAINTENANCE FREE QUOTATIONS

www.Facebook.com/Handymanpainterdecorator elgarparadigm@aol.com

Excellent references. Fully CRB checked.

Public liability policy GQ638300/160397

Mobile: 07776 003678 Email: sd.roofing@outlook.com

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

Multi Point Systems Digital Specialists Freeview and Sky TV

Mobile: Email: enquires.prs@gmail.com

Electrical - Carpentry - Plumbing “Flexibility Is Our Strength”

0759 385 9446

Aerial & Satellite Installations

GUILD OF MASTER CRAFTSMEN

Rooftech Rubber Roofing Specialists

EPDM Flat Roof Systems, Sheds, Dormers, Porches, Extensions, Garages Life Span 50 Years 20 Year Guarantee

FOR ALL YOUR SECURITY NEEDS TEL 01684 273248 MOBILE 07966 174648 EMAIL freemansecurity@btinternet.com

SEWING, TAILORING & REPAIRS

Service and Repair on all makes and models

01684 273667 07903 414735 leandaroberts@hotmail.com

Est. 1976

Tel: 07889 046526 Lindon526@btinternet.com

Let’s Keep it Local Please support Tewkesbury’s traders and retailers to ensure a bright future for our wonderful town!

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

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SIGNS & VEHICLE GRAPHICS

TREE PRUNING & SURGERY

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

See our main advert on page 36

To advertise in UPHOLSTERY & CARPET CARE

imperial carpet care TEWKESBURY 01684 296419

MOBILE 07887 912814

FRESHEN UP YOUR HOME

CONSULT THE EXPERTS call 01242 621346 or email tewkesburydirect@googlemail.com WEBSITE DESIGN

20 years experience Carpet and upholstery cleaning specialists Domestic and Commercial • Stains pre spotted All chemicals biodegradable

FREE

protection with every clean

Tel. 01684 773900 / 07530 090898 www.imperialcarpetcareuk.co.uk

WINDOW & GLAZING SERVICES STOVES & CHIMNEYS

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

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

01684 273538

WASHING MACHINE REPAIRS

WASHING MACHINE REPAIRS MOST MAKES INCLUDING ARISTON AND HOTPOINT MOST LEADING MAKES FACTORY TRAINED ENGINEER OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE

NO CALL OUT CHARGE COMPETITIVE RATES • FREE ESTIMATES FULLY GUARANTEED WORK

Mobile 07801 700254

STOVES & CHIMNEYS

COOKE R FRIDGES & S TOO

GERALD WILLIS DOMESTIC APPLIANCE SERVICE (01684) 561804 or (07831) 433892 WINDOW & GLAZING SERVICES

UPTON GLASS

& GLAZING LTD 24 HR EMERGENCY BOARDING AND RE-GLAZING SERVICE

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

Stoves Serviced and Repaired Carbon Monoxide Alarms Fitted

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An efficient, friendly local business • Glass cut to size in our workshop • UPVC windows, doors and conservatories supplied and fitted • Greenhouse repairs • Same day replacement of broken glass • Shop fronts - same day replacement • Mirrors and shelves supplied and fitted • Replacement double glazed units • Secondary glazing • Police and insurance company approved FENSA approved

FOR ALL YOUR GLAZING REQUIREMENTS

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

www.uptonglassandglazing.co.uk

Let’s Keep it Local Please support Tewkesbury’s traders and retailers to ensure a bright future for our wonderful town

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PHARMACY MATTERS by Peter Badham

Current health campaign Our Healthy Living Pharmacies are supporting a new campaign to alert patients to the risks of cancer in their Kidneys or Bladder, writes Peter Badham.

The first indications can be blood in the patients urine.

We are suggesting to patients that they check the colour of their urine, and is they see any marked changes in

PUCKRUP HELPS FOODBANK Four members from the team at Puckrup Hall visited Tewkesbury Foodbank with a generous donation of food items and toiletries collected by the staff.

These included food items suitable to be used for the School Holiday Meals Project.

They also supplied a number of volunteers to help with our Tesco collection.

colour to contact us for advice.

Of course it may be a one off loss of blood, which is of no concern, but equally it could be an indication of something more serious.

Other symptoms of bladder cancer are urinary tract infections that do not clear up or pain when peeing.

Other symptoms of Kidney cancer are pain in the tummy or below the ribs , or weight loos I would therefore urge your readers to contact us for advice and help, if they have any worries,

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

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

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

Peter Badham we are here to help.

As with cancers, early detection dramatically increases the chances of a good outcome.

Peter Badham

NEW STONEHILLS COMMUNITY AND WATCH GROUP

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

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

For those living on the Stonehills Estate in Tewkesbury, there is a new Stonehills Community and Watch Group.

For further details, please get in touch with catecody99@gmail.com

COMMERCIAL

EXPERIENCED PANEL BEATERS & PAINTERS REQUIRED

PRIVATE TRADE FLEET WORK INSURANCE

Quality vehicle body repairs and paintwork All makes and models including: • Cars, Motor Homes, Vans, HGVs • Dents, Scuffs, Modifications • Full and part resprays • We work for all major insurance companies • See website for more details

Opening Times: Monday-Friday 8.30am-5.00pm Saturday 9.00am-1.00pm Sunday Closed

Unit 31, Northway Lane, Newtown Trading Estate, Tewkesbury, GL20 8JG

01684 291998

Established 1982

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IT’S THOMAS TIME! Calling all little engineers (and their parents and grandparents)- join Thomas, the number one blue engine, at the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway this month!

To contact us please call 01242 621346 or email tewkesburydirect@googlemail.com

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Thomas is coming all the way from Sodor to Toddington on Saturday 15th September for two days of family fun (he’s there on Sunday 16th too).

Day Out With Thomas is an event the whole family can enjoy. Take a train ride with Thomas, say hello to the Fat Controller, enjoy reenactments of classic

Thomas stories and much more. Advance booking is recommended - visit the website www.gwsr.com for tickets and more information.

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AUTUMN MOTORING 9

SERVICE & MOT from £129.99 MOTs only £39.99

Everything you need to keep you on the road under one roof in Tewkesbury!

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TYRES, EXHAUSTS & BRAKES

Unit 1, Cymbio Business Centre Northway Lane • Tewkesbury • GL20 8JG

including FREE tyre and brake checks

CAR REPAIRS

and fault diagnostics

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AIR-CONDITIONING

Open Mon- Fri 8.00am to 5.30pm Sat 8.30am -12.30pm

Re-gassing

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FREE Autumn Motoring Checks FREE Courtesy Car or Collection & Delivery

Tel: 01684 271700 www.motorcaremf.co.uk

Open:Mon-Fri 08.00-18.00 Saturday 08.30-12.30 Sun Closed 13 14

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

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Here is the solution to this month’s Tewkesbury Direct Quick Crossword, as featured on Page 5.

All crosswords are supplied by Clarity Media Limited©. Reproduction or replication of this puzzle in any format is strictly prohibited without prior permission from Clarity Media.

• BRAKING • FILTERS • BATTERIES • CLUTCHES • EXHAUSTS • WATER PUMPS

• STARTERS • COIL SPRINGS

• SHOCK ABSORBERS

• ENGINE MANAGEMENT

• STEERING

• WHEEL BEARINGS

• SUSPENSION • TIMING BELT KITS

• ALTERNATORS

• SPARK PLUGS