Tewkesbury Direct Magazine September 2019

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TASTES OF THE MEDITERRANEAN ARRIVE IN TEWKESBURY TOWN Two new eateries look set to bring a taste of the Mediterranean to Tewkesbury town centre. added.

Theo’s Restaurant, in All food is freshly Barton Street, is a joint prepared, with vegan venture between chef and gluten free options Jason Vivier, his wife also available.

Otylia and Nicki and Lee Jason has fifteen Halford, of Halford’s years experience as a Butchers. chef, with Otylia work“We are a small 38 ing front of house for a seater restaurant, which similar period. They can cater for parties of have been inspired by up to twenty, said Jason. travelling, and working “Customers can enjoy in restaurants in Spain a light lunch or a three and Germany. course meal in the Also opening in town evening. Our set menu is a new Mediterranean at lunchtime offers two Coffee Shop in the High courses for £13.50 or Street. (See page 32). three for £18.50,” he

CELEBS DROP IN AT MOTOR SHOW Henry Cole and Sam Lovegrove, from the hit TV series ‘Shed and Buried’, were admiring the vehicles at last month’s Rotary Club Classic Car Show. For more about the show, see page 22.

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BOOK OF THE MONTH with Alison’s Bookshop & Music Room ‘Clock Dance’ Basically this is a story in two parts, covering just four particular years, over five decades.

We first meet Willa Drake aged 11 in 1967, she lives with her loving father, and younger sister, Elaine, her mother a more erratic parent suddenly ups and disappears leaving her family to cope. These events unfold, and are recounted with the author's usual sympathy and consistent fluency.

Ten years on, Willa is a language student at University where she meets Derek, who is graduating. He proposes, but she really wants to wait until she has graduated. Events during and after a weekend visit home lead her life in another direction.

Next we experience 1997, Willa and Derek are married with two teenage sons. They are heading out for a social gathering, the day changes her life for ever. It is not a spoiler to say she is widowed as that is on the back cover of the book.

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The second half of the novel covers a period in 2017, Willa is now a grandmother her two sons following distinct alternative careers, one an Environmentalist is rarely within mobile reach; the other works near Baltimore, but has recently separated from girlfriend, Denise. Willa receives a call from Denise's neighbour saying she has been shot, and is in hospital. Can

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Willa extends her stay even after Denise has come home. Though she sees son Sean and new girlfriend for a meal; the main part of this section is very much the neighbours in and around where Denise lives. Here the author's characterisations of these residents and their lives extend the depth of this book far beyond Willa, and her own life.

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Can you help with Tewkesbury Foodbank Fundraisers?

Tewkesbury Foodbank has held some successful fundraising events over the summer, including providing the refreshments for Three Choirs Festival events at the Abbey.

In August volunteers also took over running the Abbey’s Touching Souls Tearoom, raising vital funds for the town’s increasingly important Foodbank facility.

Project Manager Marion Badham has put out an appeal for more volunteers to take over the planning of future events. “We are really looking for either one or more volunteers who would like to be the team leaders,” said Marion in the Foodbank’s latest newsletter. If you would like to help out, please drop into the Foodbank in Church Street, or email your details to info@tewkesbury.foodbank.org.uk

Victoria Pleasure Gardens

APPEAL FOR NEW FRIENDS GROUP TO PRESERVE TOWN’S RIVERSIDE GARDENS The Friends of Victoria Pleasure Gardens formed in 2008, to rescue Tewkesbury’s small riverside park from neglect and desolation.

The gardens are beautiful and a real asset to the town. They are free for everyone to enjoy, and run alongside the Mill Avon. There are entrances in Gloucester Road and Mill Street. Age and ill health, however, are preventing the current volunteers from continuing.

Dawn Hunt, Chair of the Friends of Victoria Gardens, has put out an appeal.

“We have decided that we need to find a new group of enthusiasts to take over, ideally, as a friends group in their own right, “ said Dawn.

“We have a shed near the gardens with equipment available, if anyone is interested.

“It would be wonderful if these fabulous gardens continue to flourish. Anyone can ring myself Dawn Hunt on 01684 276190 or email dawnhunt9@btinternet.com - or alternatively contact Rosemary Wherrett on 01684 295560 or email rwherrett@talktalk.net for more information.

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Runners put best feet forward for charity Runners will hit the lanes and fields around Apperley later this month, raising money for local charities.

Many good causes have benefitted from the efforts of athletes in the Apperley Quarter Marathon since it began in the early 1980s.

This year it will be SARA and ACC who reap the benefits of the runners’ efforts.

It’s a multi-track race, road and cross country route, which passes through the churchyard of anglo-saxon Deerhust Church; a total of 6.55 miles.

Fancy dress is encouraged (with a car-

Deerhurst Church: on the quarter marathon route

toony theme this year) and there is a children’s race (kidathon) over approximately 1km in addition to the main event.

The Quarter Marathon starts at 11.00am on Sunday 22nd September,

with the kidathon off the blocks around 10.20am.

There is a barbecue, showers and changing facilities. If you would like further information, then please send an email to rowanleeke @hotmail.co.uk

AMANDA’S WALK FOR PARKINSONS Amanda Thomas has completed a gruelling 25 mile walk across mid-Wales, raising over £2000 for Parkinson’s Disease Charity.

Nine years after her husband died of the disease, Amanda was diagnosed with it herself. During the fifteen years her husband lived with Parkinson’s, the couple raised a considerable amount for the charity, including a 192 mile walk in Spain.

Last month Amanda set off from Strata Florida Abbey (with friends Annie and Jean) in very wet weather, with penetrating wind and mist over the hills.

On the second day the weather improved. “It was just right – warm and dry and the views more than made up for everything else. We got to Abbeycwmhir – another ruined abbey in a beautiful and tranquil spot,” said Amanda. That was some walk. I have to admit that I did not expect to finish it, nor to do it in one day. Apparently, only a few people did manage it all, but I think that we were the only ones to continue the walk into the second day.” You can still donate to by visiting Just Giving’s website and searching for Parkinson’s or Amanda Thomas.

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THE TEWKESBURY DIRECT WORDSEARCH by Lenny Lexicon

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This month the puzzle conceals the names of twelve American states: ARIZONA DELAWARE IDAHO IOWA GEORGIA KENTUCKY MAINE OHIO OREGON UTAH VERMONT WISCONSIN Word Search Rules: The names in the word search grid may read vertically, horizontally and diagonally from left to right, right to left, bottom to top or top to bottom.

Organ Recitals in Tewkesbury Abbey September brings the last of the season’s lunchtime organ recitals in the magnificent setting of Tewkesbury Abbey.

On Tuesday 3rd September, visiting organist is Richard Walker (Assistant at St Chad’s, Shrewsbury) with Piers Maxim of Malvern Prior at the keys on Tuesday 10th September.

Accomplished player Nicholas Freestone (Assistant at Worcester Cathedral) is the guest on Tuesday 17th September, and Tewkesbury Abbey’s Carleton Etherington brings the recitals to a close on Tuesday 24th September.

The acoustics in Tewkesbury Abbey are perfect for organ music, so it’s no wonder that the series has proved popular throughout the summer. Admission is free, and there is a retiring collection. The music begins at 1.00pm each Tuesday.

Also taking place in the Abbey this month is ‘The Choral Pilgrimmage 2019 An Enduring Voice’ - with gems by Sheppard, Tavener, Whitacre and MacMillan presented by world-renowned choir, The Sixteen. The concert is on Saturday 7th September starting at 7.30pm.

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ONE CAR TOO MANY? Maybe I can help. I’m Shaun Taylor, a local motor trade buyer, and I am always eager to buy, cars under 60,000 miles, up to a value of £10,000 and with a service history.

Cash is waiting, instant settlement, and I can come to you for an absolutely, no obligation offer.

I have helped many car owners to settle, and end, high repayment plans.

I have bought surplus family cars, from deceased estates, and from car owners who did not part exchange their last vehicle.

An unused vehicle at home can cause concern for some owners, if this is maybe you, why not call me?

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A local 3 piece, rock band with a classic edge Local rock band Spitfire are catapulting into popularity after the release of their brand new single Daddy’s Girl. The single was released on Apple Music, Spotify and YouTube earlier this month.

Spitfire are a modern Rock band with a classic edge. They have been performing together for 4 years.

Spitfire have been featured on Planet Rock Radio, BBC Introducing and have played in front of crowds of up to 20,000.

The rock trio all live and work in and around Tewkesbury & Bishops Cleeve and can often be seen playing in local bars, at local events and even at weddings.

Spitfire’s success has been increased further due to supporting larger acts

such as Fun Lovin’ Criminals at an event in Cardiff and Vega at The Underworld in Camden.

With another single due to be released by the end of this year, the future looks bright for Spitfire. You can download their brand new single from I-Tunes, Spotify and most music streaming platforms.

To keep up to date with the band and their upcoming work you can follow them on social media; Instagram: @musicbyspitfire, Facebook: SpitFire, YouTube: MusicbySpitFire.

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Derek and Cath Round have kindly donated nineteen wall photographs from Derek’s unique collection – painstakingly framed and presented with a history of each subject on the back.

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A new series of historically inspired lunches is to be held at The Anchor Inn in Tewkesbury High Street.

Courtesy of landlady Loz, the sessions will be held between noon and 2.00pm.

The first talk is on Tuesday 24th September, with the subject of Codrington, Slavery and Changing Perspectives on History.

John Moore Treasures Workshop takes place on Tuesday 8th October (assisted by Paddy Grimshaw) and Tuesday 12th November’s will look at the history of Tewkesbury Medical Volunteers at Mitton in the First World War. All are welcome. The events are organised

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES - CHELTENHAM Due to continued expansion in both domestic and commercial markets, we are looking for key personnel to join our team. All positions include competitive remuneration packages, company pension scheme and death in service benefit (subject to qualifying period) and are employed positions.

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Clearway’s dominance of the local domestic and commercial markets has created a vacancy for an additional Sales Consultant.

Servicing enquiries from homeowners and developers, the successful candidate will have the benefit of selling Clearway’s impressive range of aluminium and PVCu products with the back up of a reputation built up over 36 years.

We have a vacancy to cover maternity leave from 30th September for twelve months with the possibility of permanent employment afterwards. Our Receptionist is responsible for answering incoming calls and welcoming visitors to our showroom and offices as well as general administration duties.

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Stoke Orchard

Walton Cardiff

Westmancote

£435,000

£395,000

£395,000

Detached home located in a semi rural location with amenities close by. 5 bedrooms; master with ensuite; lounge; dining room; modern kitchen; wc; conservatory; bathroom; double garage; ample driveway parking; garden.

EPC C.

A lovely double fronted detached home with detached double garage. 4 bedrooms; master with ensuite; lounge; dining room; modern kitchen/ breakfast room; study; utility; wc; family bathroom; ample driveway parking; garden. EPC tba.

A delightful detached cottage located down a quiet lane within this popular village. 3 bedrooms; master with ensuite; dual aspect lounge; modern kitchen/ dining room; utility room; wc; upstairs bathroom; parking. EPC E.

Rosefields

Bredons Hardwick

Mitton

£365,000

A modern detached home located within a popular area of Tewkesbury with the advantage of a south facing garden.

5 bedrooms; 2 ensuites; lounge; kitchen/ breakfast room; dining room; utility; wc; garage; parking; no onward chain.

EPC C.

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£350,000

An immaculately presented individual 30s build detached home. 3 bedrooms ; lounge; separate dining room; kitchen; downstairs wc; contemporary styled bathroom with separate shower; detached garage with workshop space; ample driveway parking; semi rural location. EPC E.

£300,000

Extended to offer spacious accommodation. 4 bedrooms; kitchen/ dining/ family room; lounge; downstairs shower room; utility; upstairs bathroom; garage; south facing garden; parking; popular location. EPC D.

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Twyning

£300,000

Walton Cardiff

£295,000

Tewkesbury

£295,000

Located within a quiet close sits this detached bungalow with lovely front and rear gardens. 2 bedrooms; master with ensuite; lounge; dining room; kitchen/ breakfast room; conservatory; wet room; single garage; driveway parking; no onward chain. EPC E.

A lovely detached home with detached double garage. 3 bedrooms; master with ensuite; lounge; dining room; wc; modern kitchen; garden; driveway parking.

Convenient location for this town house with flexible accommodation. 4 bedrooms; master with ensuite; open plan kitchen/ dining/ family room; lounge; utility; integral garage; parking; courtyard garden. EPC tbc.

Rosefields

Bredon

Tewkesbury

£280,000

£235,000

£175,000

What a delightful location for this modern, spacious home within easy walking distance of the town centre. 3 bedrooms; master with ensuite; kitchen/ dining room; sitting room; lounge; downstairs wc; utility; bathroom; garage; garden; views. EPC B.

Located within a small cul du sac this is a lovely semi detached bungalow. 2 double bedrooms; lounge; kitchen/breakfast room; bathroom; delightful garden; driveway parking; garage with power and light. EPC C.

First floor apartment within easy reach of the high street.

2 bedrooms; lounge/ dining room with doors to balcony; modern kitchen; bathroom; garage; parking; views of river/ ham. EPC C.

Town Centre

Town Centre

Town Centre

£165,000

£165,000

£160,000

This is a beautifully presented town centre cottage, full of character complemented by fashionable touches! 2 bedrooms; kitchen/ dining room; triple aspect lounge; shower room; wc; small courtyard; Grade II Listed.

Quite delightful – character town centre cottage with contemporary finish. 2 bedrooms; lounge/ dining room; modern kitchen; modern bathroom; double glazed; gas central heating. EPC E.

Petty town centre cottage with the advantage of a courtyard garden. 2 bedrooms; lounge/ dining room; kitchen; upstairs bathroom; newly fitted double glazed windows; boarded attic space. EPC E.

Tewkesbury

Town Centre

£140,000

Town Centre £67,500 Shared Ownership

Situated in the heart of the town, this first floor apartment is lovely. 2 bedrooms; open plan kitchen/ living/ dining room; bathroom; balcony; 20% share of Freehold; no onward chain. EPC C.

Ground floor apartment within easy walking distance to the town. 2 good sized bedrooms; lounge; modern kitchen; bathroom; box room; allocated parking; communal gardens; 50% shared ownership property; no onward chain. EPC C.

£155,000

Ground floor maisonette overlooking the Abbey fields. 2 bedrooms; lounge/ dining room; kitchen; shower room; communal gardens; over 55s development; parking; no onward chain. EPC D.

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VINTAGE FAIR – A WET AFFAIR With the weather forecast looking poor, spirits were high. The Severn Vale Vintage Club members donned their wellies and braved the weather regardless to ensure the country fair that had been 12 months in the making continued as scheduled.

Despite the challenging conditions, the great British public still supported the event and had a great time. Whilst it wasn’t our biggest turn out, we still pushed forward despite several amusements and stall holders not able to make it due to the challenging conditions.

The beer and tea tent were some of the most popular destinations over the weekend to shelter from the conditions, with great entertainment from the Ukulele band and delicious cakes made and sold by The Butterfly Garden.

The tractors, vintage vehicles and steam engine with saw bench were welcome sights by many.

Whilst the weather meant that the arena wasn’t as busy as we had planned, the excellent commentary by Richard Chatham and Tom Cullimore was detailed and interesting keeping people entertained.

The tractor pull was a huge hit, with several entries the competition was high – but the senior males ended up taking

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the title despite the junior and women’s team efforts.

As the annual vintage show is run by the Severn Vale Vintage Club and its members, we are about to enter our 20th year as a club, so next years event will be bigger and better. Every year we aim to provide a great local source of

entertainment, increase community spirit and engagement and support local charities. We hope to see you are our event next year.

If you are interested in becoming a member of the club, please see our website www.severnvalevintagecl ub.co.uk for more information.

By Sarah Keats.

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NoW MAkiNG APPoiNTMENTs iN TEWkEsBury! karen Dodd At WLS Solicitors we offer a high quality Conveyancing Service led by a Senior Specialist Conveyancing Lawyer, Karen Dodd, who is also a Director of the Firm, with over 19 years Conveyancing experience in Tewkesbury, Bishops Cleve, Cheltenham, Malvern and surrounding areas.

Karen has excellent relationships with many local and regional property industry specialists and deals with both simple and complex property matters including freehold, leasehold, registered and unregistered property.

Karen and her Team will ensure that your transaction is dealt with in an efficient and professional manner. This can only arise as a result of the wealth karen Dodd of experience Karen possesses. Karen has a gift at explaining the Conveyancing process in an easy to understand and friendly manner and regular updates will be provided at each key stage of the transaction. Karen and her Team can advise and represent you in the following areas: Sales and Purchases | Remortgages | Transfer of Property | Leasehold Property | Equity Release | Matrimonial Property

Wayne Phillips Wayne has an excellent reputation in the Gloucestershire area, having previously been a Partner for a Law Firm in Tewkesbury for many years, and has a good record for repeat custom.

Wayne continues to act for clients in the Gloucestershire area, as well as in Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

Wayne can advise on the following: Divorce and Separation | Cohabitation | Prenuptial Agreements | Financial Settlements | Child Arrangements | Domestic Violence | Change of Name

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If you require assistance at Court, Wayne has 16 years advocacy experience and is able to make representations on your behalf from the first Hearing to Final Hearing.

Wayne is a member of Resolution, an organisation which believes in a constructive, non-confrontational approach to family law matters.

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WLS Solicitors are going from strength to strength Director and Head of Conveyancing, Karen Dodd, explains that as a result of the growth of the firm and being asked to undertake Commercial work they have appointed experienced Commercial Lawyer Mary Ambridge as a consultant.

With many years working for well-known London companies and detailed knowledge Mary strengthens the property team who are now able to provide a wide ranging service to clients for both business matters including the sale of companies, commercial property and residential conveyancing.

Karen went on to explain “we are extremely fortunate that Mary was able to join our team as her expert knowledge both in property and commercial law matters is second to none and as a result of Mary’s appointment we are now able to act for clients who wish to sell land, businesses, leases

of commercial premises either as a landlord or tenant.”

confirmed they are always looking to recruit lawyers and support staff to their friendly team.

If WLS Solicitors can help you in any way

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MITTON W.I. Mary Ambridge These are exciting times for WLS Solicitors whose lawyers are experts in their relevant fields of Trusts, Probate, Wills, Family and Residential Conveyancing. The firm is keen to expand into other areas and Karen

No meeting was held in August, but our next meeting will be September 2nd when will be learning all about Alpaca Farming from our very own member, Julie.

She has been breeding and raising puppies for training for the blind during many years but has now decided to take on a new challenge and we will be lucky enough to follow her journey.

Unfortunately our trip to Eastnor Pottery was cancelled but we will be sure to arrange another very soon.

We will also be going 'ghost hunting' at our October meeting with Spooktastic.

If you would like to join us, new members are always welcome. Mitton W.I. meets every first Monday of the month at Mitton Manor Primary School at 7.30pm. If you would like more information please call 07846 453523 or MittonWI@gmail.com.

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WHAT’S GREEN ON THE LOCAL SCENE with Cate Cody TEWKESBURY REPAIR CAFÉ Saturday 14th September, 2pm-5pm, Tewkesbury Baptist Church.Take anything you have that needs mending - clocks, tools, hoovers, toys, clothes etc. etc. and they will try their best to fix items. You can also just go along for a cup of tea and a chat.

FAIRTRADE STALL Tewkesbury Methodist Church, Sunday 8th September 11.30am and Saturday 28th September 10am-12pm.

All profits from Fair Trade products help people in poorer countries.

Contact sheilaroymiles@ gmail.com for further information I spent a delightful couple of hours exploring our TEWKESBURY NATURE RESERVE this morning, which ticked the boxes for both my physical and mental wellbeing. A lot of work has gone into the Nature Reserve and although there’s more to come, maintenance is

PPNP Prior’s Park Neighbourhood Project Have a wide range of facilities and courses for the community.

Classes, Gentle Exercise, Wellbeing, Song, Dance, English for speakers of other languages (ESOL), Citizens Advice Bureau and Housing related Drop-ins.

There is also a Community Café and several options for Room Hire.

Includes: Job Clubs, Career Advice, Art, Mindfulness, Children’s Activities, Basic IT

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STONEHILLS COMMUNITY GROUP the group meets for walks, coffee, evening drinks, litter picking, picnics (when the weather allows) and this month have a meeting with town, borough and county councillors.

Please get in touch with catecody99@gmail. com OPTIMISTS - Meet every Tuesday 9.30am10.30am for refreshments, chat, occasional speakers and day trips.

Come and get to know your neighbours and make new friends.

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VINTAGE STUFF AT THE GWR On Sunday 8th September classic cars and vintage vehicles from all over the region will head for the GWR station at Toddington.

The second classic vehicle day of the year always attracts dozens of historic vehicles spanning 100 years of the motor industry.

Trains will also be running a 28 mile round trip on the award-winning Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway, which now runs from Broadway to Cheltenham Race Course.

Next month the railway hosts the Cotswold Food & Drink Fair, as well as an Autumn Diesel Weekend and Halloween specials.

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THEN & NOW with John Dixon of Tewkesbury Historical Society

OLDBURY ROAD AND NELSON STREET Oldbury Road/Nelson Street has always fascinated me - from the photograph of the parade to understanding how the modern streetscape has evolved during the 26 years I have been involved in Tewkesbury, writes John Dixon.

I remember going to a party in House No. 2 (Escott?) in the 1980s but when I came to live in Oldbury Road in 2002 that house and No. 1 (Parsons) had disappeared for the sake of accommodating vehicles. House No. 3 has survived; it was the home of Queenie Tombs but is now Gingers, the ladies’ hairdresser.

A was Huntley’s Court (a former alley): John Rogers recalled in 1905 that “Mr. Thomas Huntley for 50 years .. had a baking business; he was a native born in humble circumstances but by his industry and perseverance he became the owner of the two front houses (18-19 Barton Street) and all the property at the back, through to the Oldbury.”

Behind No. 1, a line of houses and the Salvation Army ‘Barrack’ were all swept away. No 4 is one of a series of new-builds filling in previous “wasteland”.

Perhaps that is the price of progress?

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Every customer buying a new bicycle for Christmas from Autospares will have their name entered into a free draw. One lucky customer will receive a full refund! The draw will take place on Christmas Eve.

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Beautifully presented 5 bedroom detached family home is set in approx. a third of an acre.

Patio area can be accessed from both the kitchen/ dining/ family room and the sitting room. Vegetable garden, shed and woodstore.

Viewing comes highly recommended. EPC D.

LOCATION! Situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty with views over open common land towards the Malvern Hills. This 7 bedroom semi detached family home offers potential owners a variety of options with its spacious and versatile living accommodation. EPC D.

Imposing 5 bedroom detached family home is situated in a private development in an elevated position offering enviable views of the vale of Evesham. First floor sitting room benefits from double patio doors onto the balcony which takes in the views over the open countryside. EPC D.

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Offers in excess of £350,000 Jubilee Drive, Bredon

3/4 bedroom detached family home. With self contained Annex with its own entrance. Modern fitted dual aspect kitchen/Diner with pantry and island. Dining room has double doors to lounge with feature multi fuel fireplace leading through sliding patio doors to the conservatory. EPC D.

Well presented four bedroom detached family home with views to the rear aspect towards the Malvern Hills and over open country side. Good sized lounge offers patio doors leading to west facing private enclosed rear garden with paved seating area and pergola. EPC C.

An immaculately presented 4 bedroom link detached property. Kitchen/diner and a good sized lounge opening out on to a landscaped South facing rear garden. The property also benefits from an integral garage. Viewing is recommended. EPC TBC.

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Beautifully presented modern 4 bedroom 2.5 storey detached family home. Spacious modern fitted kitchen/diner with integrated appliances and doors opening on to the rear garden. Master bedroom suite with built in triple wardrobes and an En-suite shower room. EPC B.

Well presented 4/5 bedroom detached family home. Family room with en-suite shower room gives the opportunity for a self contained Annex space. A vegetable garden, green house and shed make it ideally suited for the keen gardener with a paved patio area. EPC C.

Well presented spacious 2 bedroom first floor apartment. Modern fitted kitchen and a lounge/dining area. Good sized family bathroom. A rear courtyard decked seating area.

Double glazing, attic storage and night storage heating. EPC D.

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

Celebrating 12 years in Tewkesbury

Award Winning produce including our GOLD Award home cured bacon, award winning sausages, black pudding, sausage rolls and much more • Homemade pork pies and gravy pies, sausage rolls, faggots and pasties cooked daily • Your stockist of British, free range and local produce including Gloucester Old Spot Pork • Seasonal game, exotics range and frozen fish selection also available as well as much more at your friendly local traditional butchers.

• Special offers available in store and bulk buy offers.

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FANTASTIC CAR SHOW

One of the organisers of this years Classic Car Show, Antony Stockman, writes a resume on this years cracking event.

Well it was ‘touch and in a ‘30’s prohibition era’ further pitch damage; go’ whether it would run, Gangster suit’ provided what a guy! Lastly, I but the weather was the dance floor - and must thank my team and extremely obliging, so we with use of his ‘Tonka in particular Rebecca went ahead – and what a Toy’ wheeled Land Leppard and Dick De show it was!

Rover, towed a roller to Leeuw, without whom, A fantastic collection flatten tyre tracks on the this show wouldn’t have of many 2 and 4 wheeled pitch left by an HGV. happened. classics of all ages. A big He also pulled a heavy What a day! thank-you to ITV burger trailer out to save

By Anthony Stockman.

Channel 4, to Henry Cole and Sam Lovegrove, for putting our show on the map, by including us in the series ‘Junk & Disorderly’, which will be aired later this year.

Also great to see the extraordinarily inventive Allen Millyard, who turned up on his ‘Flying Millyard’ 5 litre V-Twin motorcycle, which sports 2 cylinders taken from a Pratt & Whitney radial aircraft engine of the ‘30’s. The oldest machine there was a 105 year old Triumph belonging to the author of this piece.

The very professional Haywood Sisters, made their annual appearance, delivering a hugely popular medley of period songs in perfect harmony, followed by the good old ‘Gloucester Strings’ , always a hit.

And then there was Steve Gardener, who deserves a special mention. Steve dressed

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PROPERTY ADVICE by DF Legal LLP

Purchasing a property - valuation or building survey report?

A valuation is carried out by a surveyor on behalf of a mortgage lender. If you intend to obtain a mortgage to assist you buying a property then your mortgage lender will arrange for a surveyor to visit the property and provide various details to the mortgage lender such as its age, size of the property, fabric of the building, general condition, parking arrangements etc.

This survey is purely to assist the mortgage lender in their decision to lend the requested amount of funds for the purchase and is more of a costing exercise. Once this information has been received by the mortgage lender and upon the surveyor’s recommendations, they may stipulate conditions on the mortgage being provided.

A building survey involves a lot more. This is a much more detailed examination of the property which includes such things as testing walls and floors for dampness, timbers for damage including woodworm and wood rot. The surveyor making the report can then make recommendations sometimes with photographs to illustrate the issues being highlighted and can also make further specialist recommendations if they are required. This all helps

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for you, the buyer, to make a reasoned and informed judgement on your purchase before contracts are exchanged and therefore be clear about what decisions or actions are required.

A valuation and a building survey should be independent, therefore not instructing the same estate agents or surveyor who are currently selling the proper-

ty, and you should also ensure that the surveyor is a member of RICS, the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.

If you would wish to discuss the above or need help buying or selling your property, please contact DF Legal’s Conveyancing team on 01684 850750 or visit our website www.dflegal.com for more information.

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IN-HOUSE NEWS by DF Legal LLP

Tewkesbury Law Firm Welcomes New Appointment

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DF Legal LLP has welcomed Shelby Powell to their Tewkesbury team. Shelby will be working with DF Legal senior partner Malcolm Rees, undertaking mainly commercial property transactions including landlord and tenant matters, and the sale and purchases of investment properties on behalf of clients.

The new appointment follows the news of inhouse Barrister Jack Henry’s recent promotion to Head of Family and Litigation, and celebration of trainee Kamrul Zaman qualifying as a solicitor last month.

Malcolm Rees, Solicitor and partner of the Firm, said: “We’re delighted to welcome Shelby to the team. She brings a wealth of local and legal knowledge and experience to the firm, and will no doubt strengthen our Commercial team to deliver the best results for our clients.”

Shelby has been actively involved in supporting and promoting what Tewkesbury has to offer through former positions including her role as deputy Mayoress of Tewkesbury, membership secretary at the Chamber of Commerce

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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.

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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.

For private function room a minimum of 50 people Sunday to Thursday and 120 people Fridays and Saturdays. Over 18’s only.

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roulade meringue roulade - red berry coulis chocolate pot - g salted caramel & chocolate pot - sugar curl christmas pud - g traditional christmas pudding - brandy cre ̀me anglaise cheeseboard selection of three local cheeses biscuit selection - chutney a £1.50 supplement applies to the cheese board

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 - new potatoes mixed vegetables - provencale sauce lamb - g slow roasted lamb shank - creamed potatoes mixed vegetables - bordeaux jus enchilada - v baked mixed bean enchilada - new potatoes dressed mixed salad

tea or coffee served with mince pies Sundays to Tuesday £25.95 per person Wednesday & Thursday £26.95 per person Fridays & Saturdays £28.95 per person held in our function room Available from 1st December - 22nd December 2019 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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Working with its advi- and the Spring Gardens parking strategy; and a site, and as soon as we sors, Mace, the borough working group in particreview of the social and have a viable option council has been carryular - on a number of economic impact of any based on the evidence, ing out a wide range of activities which were preferred design. research and stakeholdresearch and evidence designed to gather the The public’s opinion er engagement, we will gathering to develop information and eviis important and a full be asking for the pubconcepts that will ensure dence needed to identify public consultation will lic’s views.” the area remains vibrant what would work at the be launched in 2020.

The borough council’s and dynamic, and is site. This involved talkThis will be a fantastic previous master plansuitable for future genering to and engaging key opportunity to get ning work for ations. stakeholders, gathering involved in the discusTewkesbury town proSo far, evidence on crucial details about the sion and help influence vides the context for its viable options suggests existing town, commiswhat happens with this ambitions and its princithat the site would benesioning market analysis important area in ples - such as repairing fit from being a flexible and undertaking a range Tewkesbury town. the historic grain of the space with the potential of surveys.

Tewkesbury Borough town and providing a to accommodate car The next stage of the Council’s Leader, complimentary mix of parking, public space, project will be to identify Councillor Rob Bird, uses on the site that add retail, leisure, and resia preferred way forward said: “This is a very life and vitality to the dential, with the aim of over the coming months. exciting opportunity for town – and reinforce the regenerating the area There is still much work us to really reinvigorate borough council’s aspiand adding more vitality to do including: a further the town centre of ration to deliver a high to the town. financial appraisal; site Tewkesbury, and we quality scheme.

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Northway Fete brings in the crowds Northway Fete, this year took place in early August, and proved very popular as hundreds turned out to enjoy a great summer community event.

There were plenty of stalls and attractions for families to enjoy, and judging by the smiles, it was a resounding success.

CHARITY NIGHT At The Railway Inn, Ripple GL20 6EY Saturday 21st September, from 7pm Pig Roast • Raffle The Life of Riley Ceilidh Band £10 entry - all proceeds to Parkinsons UK

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Another launch event at local Independent Bookshop Local author, David Elder will be signing his new book at alison’s on Saturday 7th September, between 11.00 to 13.00 hrs. Entitled “Historic England Gloucestershire” it is the latest publication in the Amberley series encapsulating the glories of English counties. David will be known to Tewkesbury Direct readers for his other books, some on Cheltenham, but mainly for “Literary Tewkesbury” which he published with the Historical Society back in 2016.

This illustrated history 12 million photographs, Bronze Age burials and through the wool trade provides a nostalgic look drawings, plans and medieval churches and and many towns and vilat Gloucestershire’s past documents covering much more. There are lages have their heritage and highlights the speEngland’s archaeology, also many great colour of historic buildings. cial character of some of architecture, social and photographs which nesDavid Elder has gathit's most important hislocal history. tle beside the black and ered together a great toric sites, it consists of white images to make local book which many nearly 100 pages of this an attractive book, households will want to chiefly black and white which could well be one have on their book photographs showing for giving at Christmas shelves to sit alongside our local heritage. to those relatives and those from our local Tewkesbury is of course friends for whom we all Historical Society, and covered, as is have to find the right other local publishers, Gloucester; together gift! including those on with, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire is one Tewkesbury by the late Cirencester, Stroud, to of the most varied counCliff Burd. name but three, and ties in England divided Please come and meet many villages, including by the valley of the River David at alison's bookmanor houses, schools, Severn. In the west of shop at 138-139 High places of entertainment, the county, the ancient Street between 11 am and Industry.

Forest of Dean was and 1 pm. on Saturday The photographs are Pictures date from the home to coal mining for September 7th. taken from the Historic earliest days of photogmany years. To the east,

By Ian Nicholson, England Archive, a raphy to the present and the Cotswold Hills grew Owner/Manager at unique collection of over cover subjects from rich in the Middle Ages alison's bookshop

TEWKESBURY CIVIC SOCIETY At The Elmbury Room Thursday 12th September 2019 at 7.30pm An illustrated talk: ‘H H Martyn & Son: Gloucestershire’s Fabulous Industrials’

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OUR ALLEYWAYS by Steve Goodchild Hughes Alley runs between Barton Street and Swilgate Road, one of a number of surviving alleys in that area.

It hasn’t survived unscathed, though, because like so many of its neighbours it contained dwellings which were unfit for habitation which were cleared and demolished as Tewkesbury dealt with its housing problems. The Alley was unusual in having houses on both sides and giving access to Myrtle and Peachey’s courts. Altogether, the alley and courts once contained twenty-one dwellings.

The alley is named for Joe Hughes, who was a dairyman. He kept cows in a meadow on Perry Hill and sold milk and butter from his shop at

HUGHES’ ALLEY 1884 Map of Hughes Alley the front of the alley.

John Rogers, who wrote about the alleys in 1905, described him as a Quaker of the old sort.

His meadow contained a large elm tree beneath which both George Whitfield and John Wesley were said to have preached. This is com-

memorated in Lezli Lawrence’s artwork at the entrance to the alley.

The Alley Historian himself, John Rogers, opened his ironworking business in the front shop in 1850. He was a remarkable man. Born in Tewkesbury in 1808, he was apprenticed as a

whitesmith and bellhanger then travelled all over England as a journeyman before settling in his home town, where he stayed until his death in 1909, soon after celebrating his centenary. He was responsible for the ironwork around the Crimean gun in

Cheltenham and both the Tewkesbury and Gloucester cemetery gates, His name can be seen much closer to home, though, on a cellar cover in Barton Street.

Life in these alleys was generally peaceful and, as John Rogers would say, respectable.

People were poor. By far the commonest occupation was labourer, with some people, widows especially, categorised as pauper. The alleys also accommodated a lot of people in boot and shoe making trades, some framework knitters, basket makers, a tanner and even a nailor.

Harry Barker was bound over to keep the peace after an alleged assault on Ethel Bourton, who claimed that he attempted to choke her and then threw a bucket of water over her. The cause of the quarrel was Mrs Bourton’s annoyance with Barker’s son playing in the communal wash-house.

Little things get magnified.

By 1931, the Council had Hughes Alley in their sights for clearance and in 1935 it proposed demolition orders on four houses. Only one was demolished, though; the others were recommended for ‘reconditioning’. One was amalga-

Hughes Alley Sudden death was much more prevalent than today. Charles Smith, a habitual drunkard, fell down William Hemming’s stairs and broke his neck. Fanny Hawkins, three years old, was engulfed in flames when her clothes caught fire and died at home several days later, Agnes Heath drowned in the Swilgate whilst in a state of deep depression.

Charles Cole, 28, father of four children, was suffocated when the sides of a trench he was digging collapsed. The Great War also brought a great deal of news of death, of husbands, sons and brothers.

There were occasional serial miscreants. In 1885, Alfred Newman, basket maker, was convicted of being drunk and disorderly for the nineteenth time. He was apprehended whilst threatening to murder his wife. This was an exception, though, in a generally well-behaved alley.

Hughes Alley suffered the problems of other alleys, of overcrowding and poor sanitation. In 1899, owners agreed to a piped water supply, and in 1902 five cottages were advertised for sale ‘with town water laid on’. There were none of the well contamination problems experienced by other alleys, though.

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mated with the neighbouring house in Swilgate road. Despite efforts, no solution was found for the other two, which were demolished in 1938. The houses in Myrtle Court, with their little front gardens, disappeared and in 1968 Peachey Court and all the adjacent property in Hughes Alley was replaced by the very discordant National Westminster Bank building, which has now closed and is being converted to offices and housing, retaining the security fencing and concrete yard, unfortunately,

Cellar Cover Barton Street

The alley today can best be described as needing improvement.

The paving is concrete bricks, with patches of tarmac. Only two houses remain, the rest have been replaced by walls and fences. A redevelopment at the Swilgate Road end, where once there was a hessian bagmaking workshop, stopped in 2007 and has become an eyesore embroiled in flood regulation problems.

The Alley remains, though, and in time maybe some of the lost ‘character’ will be restored.

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WHAT’S ON in Tewkesbury and District CREATIVE CLUB: Mosaics,Pottery, Embroidery and Crochet Every other Monday from 21st January 2019, 7pm - 9pm Tewkesbury Baptist Church, Station Road, £3 per week.

For further information please call 07539 737064.

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

TEWKESBURY MEMORY CAFE: Tewkesbury Day Centre, fourth 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. Details call 01684 296238.

FREE LOCAL HISTORY ADVICE: You will find a family and local historian at Tewkesbury Library most Thursday afternoons. Advance booking is essential - for more information please call 01684 293086.

BREATHE EASY TEWKESBURY: Held every second Tuesday of the month, 2pm-4pm at the Tewkesbury Boys Brigade Community Centre.

Open to sufferers of lung conditions, their families, friends and carers.

British Lung Foundation Support Group.

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. Call 01684 772559 for more details.

TEWKESBURY VIPs: A club for the visually impaired and socially isolated meets on the first Thursday of each month, 2pm to 4pm at Tewkesbury Baptist Church. Great musical entertainment plus lovely cake provided by Tewkesbury School.

Transport available. Call Chris on 01684 293527 BREDON CRAFTERS: third Wednesday of the month,1pm until 5pm.

A social group and an

opportunity to try crafts and developtechniques.

Village Hall, Bredon.

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.

For more information please contact bredonsteppingout@googlemail.com or check Facebook TEWKESBURY FARMERS & CRAFT MARKET: Saturdays 14th September and 12th October at the Abbey Lawns Car Park, Gander Lane, Tewkesbury GL20 5PG, from 9am until 1.30pm.

A great mix of local produce from farmers, growers and food producers, plus a wonderful collection of local arts and crafts. Stalls include: local beers and ciders, handmade chocolates,local meat and cheese, locally grown vegetables, artisan breads, cakes and pastries, homemade pies and meals, homemade

jams and chutneys, local honey and beeswax candles, handmade gifts, jewellery, glassware, toys and books.

Held on the second Saturday each month.

Tel: 01608 652662 TEWKESBURY YMCA RAILWAY SOCIETY: YMCA, Church Street, Tewkesbury. (7.45pm start unless stated) Tues 3rd Sept – Members evening bring your DVDs, memory sticks & slides to share.

Tues 10th Sept – Ian Tipper & Chris Wilkinson with a show about rail accidents around Worcester.

Tues 17th Sept Members evening bring your DVDs, memory sticks & slides to share.

Tues 24th Sept – The committee entertain with a variety of images old and new.

For more details visit www.tymcars.co.uk BATTLEFIELD GUIDED WALK: Sunday 8th September.

Meet 2pm at Abbey Lawns Car Park, Gander Lane, Tewkesbury.

Stout walking shoes recommended Families and dogs welcome.

Walk is approx two miles in length.

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MEET YOUR LOCAL PRODUCERS by Deb Gilder

Superb organic ciders from Dunkertons One of the local brands we are proudest to present at Teddington Stores is Dunkerton’s Cider, writes Deb Gilder.

TEWKESBURY’S FAMOUS INDIAN AND BANGLADESHI RESTAURANT

Celebrating 20 years in Tewkesbury DINE IN • DINE OUT TAKEAWAYS • (01684) 273727 FREE DELIVERY (within specified area of Tewkesbury) OPEN 6pm UNTIL LATE Rajshahi, 121 High Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5JU

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Founded in 1980 with a pioneering spirit and vision, founders Susie and Ivor Dunkerton set about making deep flavoured organic ciders and perry without using any concentrates or chemicals, instead growing apples in harmony with the environment to help sustain the natural eco system.

Today, this vision is still at the heart of Dunkertons and is in every drop of their cider and perry, creating distinct flavours and aromas enjoyed around the world.

Last year saw Dunkertons celebrate 30 years of Soil Association certification as both a grower and a producer across the entire range.

No other cider producer in the UK has the company’s organic legacy. The orchards in Herefordshire grow with minimum intervention.

Sheep graze and geese roam, and the

orchards are strip mown once or twice in the spring/summer to keep the grass reasonably long - away from the tree trunks to encourage pollinators and wildlife.

Dunkertons Cidery is now located at Dowdeswell on the edge of Cheltenham, where the fruit is pressed, fermented and bottled.

Visitors can visit to find out more about the company.

At Teddington Stores you’ll find a mouth watering range of dry, vintage, premium reserve and craft ciders.

There’s also an organic perry - made from locally grown pears.

We’re proud to offer Dunkertons award-winning drinks amongst our fine wines and ales.

Discover much more at Teddington Stores.

We’re just off the A46 at Teddington Hands Roundabout, with free parking on site. Call us on 01386 725400.

Chinese Restaurant & Take-Away DELIVERY SERVICE AVAILABLE

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

Quay Street, Tewkesbury

01684 293220 Mon-Tues: 11.45-14.00 and 17.00-22.00 Wed-Fri: 11.45-14.00 and 17.00-23.00 Sat: 11.45-14.30 and 17.00-23.00 All takeaway food is served in cardboard boxes.Your food stays warmer for longer,easier to hold and eat, and no washing up!

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

Specialists in freshly prepared Bangladeshi & Indian Curry, Balti & Tandoori Dishes

Columbine Road, Walton Cardiff

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Opening Hours Lunch 12 noon - 2.00pm Evening 5.30pm - 11.30pm

STONE WILLY’S PIZZA

61 High Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5BJ Telephone 01684 299584

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

Local Recipes from the 1930s

At The Royal Oak, Main Road, Bredon, Tewkesbury GL20 7LW 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 except Tuesday open from 3pm

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Mon & Tues: 17.00-2.00 Wed-Sat: 12.00-14.00 and 16.30-22.00 DELIVERY AVAILABLE SOON

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In 1939, the Gloucestershire Federation of Women’s Institutes published a book to provide a record of old and tested recipes in use in the county’s homes. Why not try some for yourself?

SAVOURY OMELETTE Provided by Tetbury W.I. Ingredients: 2 slices of corned beef (or ham or other meat) 2 eggs • Pepper and salt • I tablespoonful milk Break the eggs into a basin with the milk and pepper and salt, beat up well together, then chop the meat very fine. Put into the basin, and also beat well. Put into a frying pan with some margarine or dripping, stirring all the time until it begins to set, Then bring it to one side of the pan and let it brown. Turn into a plate of mashed potatoes or on to a round of bread fried in fat. This is a good dinner for a very hungry man.

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1: Which actor originally played Albus Dumbledore in the film adaptations of the Harry Potter novels?

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

2: Which car, designed by

5: Which former Everton, Aston Villa and Scotland striker did Cheltenham Town sign from Glasgow Rangers in 1989?

Ferdinand Porsche, was first built in Germany in 1936?

3: What mode of transport first ran in Paris in 1900?

4: Which Cunard Ocean Liner sank of the coast of southern Ireland in 1915, after being torpedoed by a German U-boat?

6: What is a the capital of Ghana?

ANSWERS: 1. Richard Harris; 2. The Volkswagen Beetle; 3. Metro (Paris Underground) trains; 4. RMS Lusitania; 5. Andy Gray; 6. Accra.

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

TEWKESBURY LIVE Local Music Guide WED 4th SEPT: Rod Kelly Trio plus Jeanne Marlow, Fox & Hounds, Bredon.

SUN 8th SEPT: Talon (Eagles tribute), The Roses Theatre.

THUR 5th SEPT: Acoustic Session, Anchor, Eckington.

SUN 14th SEPT: Steve Ashley (Support Mike Weaver) Oat Street Chapel, Evesham.

THURS 19th SEPT: Acoustic Session, Anchor, Eckington.

SAT 21st SEPT: Ian Parker & Aynsley Lister (Blues), The Cube, Malvern.

SAT 21st SEPT: Last Night of the Proms with Ledbury Brass Band, The Market Theatre, Ledbury.

SUN 22nd SEPT: Miranda Sykes & Benji Kirkpatrick (Folk music), The Cube, Malvern.

SUN 22nd SEPT: Go Now (Moody Blues Tribute Show), The Roses Theatre.

THURS 26th SEPT: Maggie Bell & Dave Kelly, The Tithe Barn, Bishop’s Cleeve.

THURS 3rd OCT: Acoustic Session, Anchor, Eckington.

FRI 4th OCT: The Orchestra of The Swan, The Market Theatre, Ledbury.

SAT 5th OCT: Dire Streets,, The Roses Theatre.

SAT 12th OCT: Simply ReRed (Tribute Show) The Roses Theatre.

Crescendo Big Band Concert Sunday 22nd September 3.00pm at Gupshill Manor, Tewkesbury GL20 5SY Doors open at 2.30 pm. Entry is £10 per person Eighteen professional musicians playing popular jazz and swing music plus local guest singer covering American song book classics offering a toe tapping musical afternoon concert.

The band is in their 39th year, and readers should look out for a special announcement for the band's 40th birthday concert celebration in 2020

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

THURS 17th OCT: Acoustic Session, Anchor, Eckington.

SAT 19th OCT: Wishbone Ash, The Roses Theatre.

FRI 1st NOV: The Blues Band Forty Years and Counting, The Roses Theatre.

SAT 26th OCT: Peatbog Faeries, The Cube, Malvern.

SAT 16th NOV: Emi McDade. Colin Pitts and Mike Weaver (Folk Treble evening), Oat Street Chapel, Evesham.

WED 30th OCT: JB Trio (Jazz Club), Theoc House.

WED 27th NOV: Swing from Paris (Jazz Club), Theoc House.

STRUMMERS GUITAR OF THE MONTH

by Paul Thomas

GORDON-SMITH GS2 “British Gibsons” and “Gibson Busters” are just two of the phrases that have been used to describe the hand-crafted guitars that have been produced by a very special English manufacturer since the 70’s writes Paul Thomas.

Established in 1974, by Gordon Whitham and John Smith, and originally sited in Partington, South Manchester, the Gordon-Smith brand can lay claim to being the UK’s longest-established guitar makers. Early models came with one pick-up (GS1) or two pickups (GS2) and were available in single or double-cut models.

These guitars looked (and performed) like stripped-back, no-nonsense Gibsons; and in a sense that’s what they were. Big, heavy slabs of good quality timber, top quality hardware and outstanding pick-ups.

Initially, the manufacturing process was slow – it takes time to create quality, hand-built instruments, especially in a small workshop with a tiny workforce. And especially when pick-ups are hand wound on site! However, as guitars eventually began to trickle out into shops, especially in the North West, the first stirrings of the movement that was to become punk were beginning to…stir. It perhaps comes as no surprise, then, that one of the first to utilise a Gordon-Smith guitar in public was Pete Shelley; leader of Manchester’s finest – Buzzcocks.

Other punks to cotton on to the quality, reliability and cost effectiveness of Gordon-Smiths included Nicky Garratt of UK Subs fame and, over time, more and more bands began to use the guitars. These included; The Sisters of Mercy, Red Lorry Yellow Lorry, Stone Roses and Manic Street Preachers.

The GS2 currently available at Strummers is a wonderful, battle-scarred instrument, hailing from 1993. A huge chunk of stained poplar with a set neck and rosewood fingerboard. It features hand-wound, coil-tapped pick-ups, custom bridge and a brass nut. The sum of these parts is a confident and powerful instrument with a fantastic tone.

Test drives are highly recommended!

To get an idea of just how small an operation GordonSmith was (and to see just how hand-made their guitars really were), I would recommend a viewing of “Gordon Smith Guitars – A Short Documentary” which can be easily found on YouTube. In the film you will meet John Smith, his wife Linda and their set-up guy, Chris. And you will understand what a real ‘custom shop’ is!

Although taken over by Auden Guitars in 2015 and relocated to Northampton, the name Gordon Smith still features on the headstocks of a wide range of instruments of the highest quality. Since then, the range and quantity of guitars available has increased but, for me, it’s hard to beat the mojo of the earlier Mancunian masterpieces.

Paul Thomas.

The Gordon-Smith GS2 pictured, is available alongside many other cool and fascinating guitars from; Strummers, Malt House Emporium, Ashchurch, Tewkesbury GL20 8JP www.strummersguitars.com

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ANIMAL MATTERS with Nigel Sligh of Animals Only

THE BENEFITS OF FEEDING RAW Dogs and cats are hunters, writes Nigel Sligh of Animals Only Pet Supplies. The structure of their teeth and jaws and make up of their digestive system are designed specifically to deal with natural prey.

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COUNTRYSIDE WHAT’S ON GUIDE SUDELEY CASTLE: Character Conversations.

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Sunday 29th September. See sudeleycastle.co.uk EASTNOR CASTLE: Family Fun Day, Sunday 1st September. Historical Walks, Sunday 8th September. Birds of Prey Displays, Sunday 22nd September. For details of all events at Eastnor Castle see eastnorcastle.com/whats-on

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The end of season showtime September sees many local horticultural and agricultural events, the highlight of which is Moreton-in-Marsh Show, writes Jack B. Walker.

As featured in last month’s Tewkesbury Direct, Moreton Show is one of the largest and important one day shows of its kind in the UK. This year’s event will be held on Saturday 7th September, and will attract 1000s of visitors from all over the country.

A fine celebration of country life, there are equestrian events, terrier racing, livestock and produce shows held on a 165 acre site at the edge of the town. For more details visit the website www.moretonshow.co.uk On a smaller scale, Broadway Horticulture and Craft Show takes place on the village green on Saturday 14th September.

There will be displays of locally grown fruit, flowers, vegetables, plants, jams and preserved and baked goods.

There will be live music too. The fun starts at 1pm and ends around 4.30pm.

The following day (Sunday 15th) brings a food festival in the same location and will include cookery demonstrations by local chefs, as well as artisan food and drink.

CROOME PARK: Grayson Perry Landscapes exhibition now on until 29th September.

Exhibition of five works including the epic Battle of Britain Tapestry and the etchings. Details www.nationaltrust.org.uk/croome MAIZE MAZE: until Sunday 1st September. At Cotswold Farm Park. For more details visit www.cotswoldfarmpark.co.uk WESTONBIRT ARBORETUM: Photo-Synthesis Summer Trails. Follow the summer seasonal trails to discover the stories that make Westonbirt special to visitors, volunteers and staff throughout the years. Details www.forestryengland.uk/westonbirt

The Three Counties Showground at Malvern hosts the Autumn Show on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th September.

This large event promises the best of autumn a festival of gardening, food and nostalgia.

Later in the autumn, from Friday 11th until Sunday 13th October, the National Trust-owned historic Fleece Inn at Bretforton (near Evesham) hosts the annual ‘Apple & Ale’ festival, with Morris Dancing and real ales. Apples will be traditionally pressed to make cider, too!

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Folly Gardens approach to veterinary care has always been about maintaining a healthy lifestyle for your pet for as long as possible.

This is why we developed the Folly Care club ten years ago and why it continues to grow from strength to strength.

As part of the plan your pet receives a check with the nurse or vets every three months, as well as flea and worming treatment.

They have their annual vaccinations as well as additional discounts off dental treatments and preventative care.

We also offer wellness blood screens which can be taken at the same time as your pets regular check. These can be highly beneficial in the first instance to identify your pets normal range, but also has been known to find early onset of disease for which your pet may not have begun to show outward signs. For example diabetes where there is a high level of glucose in the circulating blood stream; early diagnosis can assist in managing the condition.

Our nurses can take the small sample of blood with minimal discomfort for your pet and results will be back within 24 hours.

If you would like arrange for a blood test of your pet please call the clinic on 01684 292244

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A Busy Time for Local Probus Club Members of Longdon District Probus Club have not been at a loose end by any means.

On the 17th July Club members and guests visited the Envirosort recycling centre, at Norton near Worcester.

This centre handles the clean recyclables put out for kerbside collection by households across Worcestershire and Herefordshire.

These recyclables are primarily cans, glass and plastic bottles, paper and light card.

After separation, the materials are then supplied to other companies to be either processed further or turned into new products.

The Probus group, some of whom are shown in the photograph, were given an excellent presentation

by a member of the Envirosort staff and were then permitted to view (from a suitable and safe vantage point) the operation of the facility.

On the 25th July the Club had its annual lunch at the Railway Inn, Defford. The expectation of the usual excellent buffet-style meal meant that the occasion was well attended.

The landlord, Guido (who has been at the helm for 30 years or more) was ably assisted by his charming and efficient staff.

On the 5th August the Club welcomed a new member – Chris Chapman. Chris is well

known locally, particularly through his work with Tewkesbury VIPs (a monthly social club for the visually impaired).

The photograph shows Chris being formally welcomed to the Club by Vice Chairman Nigel Thompson.

Longdon District Probus Club attracts members from a wide area including Tewkesbury, Redmarley, Corse Lawn, Uptonupon-Severn, Twyning, Bushley, Bredon,

Hartpury and Pendock. It meets on most Monday mornings at the Hunters Inn, Buckbury (together with social events and occasional trips out, such as the ones above) and talks on a variety of topics are planned to take place throughout the year.

If you would like to join the Club, or perhaps come along as a guest, then in the first instance please contact the Club secretary, John, at johnlridley@hotmail.com.

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The Cotswold Male Voice Choir is celebrating its 70th anniversary This year The Cotswold Male Voice Choir is celebrating its 70th anniversary. The choir, which began in Bishop’s Cleeve at S. Smiths and Sons Ltd in 1949, is now based in Cheltenham, with rehearsals at Dean Close School, but it has never lost its links with Smiths – now GE Aviation – and Tewkesbury.

Back in 1949 a Welshman called Dave Williams got his colleagues together at Smiths and Sons to do some singing. In those days they were rehearsing in the works canteen, but they quickly became a renowned choir throughout Gloucestershire.

It was not until 1977 that the choir changed its name from Smiths Male Voice Choir to The Cotswold Male Voice Choir because they had attracted members from all over Tewkesbury and even further afield. Even so there were always members of the choir who worked in Smiths and today there are still several employees of GE Aviation singing in the choir.

In 2014 GE Aviation celebrated 65 years at the Bishops Cleeve site with a staff party at The Centaur – and the choir were invited too! Then in 2015 the choir joined with GE Aviation to raise funds for Help For Heroes by hosting a special concert at Cheltenham Town Hall.

A challenge was issued to the workforce to form a new choir and

sing at the concert. The project was called “Zero to Pavarotti in 3 months”. Under the tutelage of the Music Director of the Cotswold choir, Charmaine Worrall, a 25 strong choir once again rehearsed in the site canteen at lunchtimes before finally stepping up onto the Town Hall stage to perform in front of a packed audience. “It was nerve wracking – but a wonderful experience” said one new chorister.

Earlier this year the Cotswold Male Voice choir returned to its origins to actually sing on the GE Aviation site during an employee “Hobbies” day - part of the company’s initiative to offset the stresses of the modern workplace.

“Mental health” and “well-being” are topics that have hit the media headlines repeatedly over the last few years but “The Cotswolds” have been putting today’s medical advice into practice for 70 years. Singing “works” both for choir members and for an audience.

Today’s workplaces are often extremely

stressful; the choir has many members who find that coming to a choir rehearsal gives them respite from those stresses and an outlet for their emotions in singing.

It also has many older choir members for whom

membership has given them renewed purpose, enjoyment and friendship.

On Saturday, October 5th, the choir will be hosting a special concert to celebrate its 70th year.

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Clarence Street, Cheltenham GL50 3PL starting at 7.30 pm. The choir is already rehearsing for the event and it aims to entertain its audience with songs from every decade of those 70 years as well as giving everyone a

chance to join in the singing with some audience favourites. Tickets are just £10.00 and can be booked on-line via the choir’s website www.cotswoldmvc.org or from any choir member or St. Mathew’s church.

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Summer Fun at Mitton Green Some 40+ residents of the North end of Mitton held their summer picnic on their green on Sunday 4th August.

The weather was perfect and while the children played croquet, swing-ball and tug-of-war, the adults chatted and prepared the picnic spread.

The green has been used regularly for such events over several decades, and to preserve this for the future, an application to have it formally recognised as a village green is currently under consideration by Gloucestershire County Council.

LUNCHTIME ORGAN RECITAL at The Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul, Upton upon Severn Wednesday 11th September at 12.30pm John Holloway, Director of Music, Upton Parish Church and Conductor of Tewkesbury Choral Society.

Join us for 45 minutes of music and a light lunch.

Free entry but donations invited.

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OSTEOPATHY ADVICE with Katie Hogg, Two Rivers Osteopathy

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The history of the relationship of Tewkesburians with alcohol and Temperance.

A talk by John Dixon (Honorary Life President of Tewkesbury Historical Society).

Tickets: Adult £6.00, Concession £4.50, Child £2.00. 䡵 ‘TUDOR SWEARING, SEX AND LOOS! THE NAUGHTY BITS NOT SEEN IN HISTORICAL DRAMAS.’: Saturday 28th September 2019 2.30pm (doors open

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(Tickets include admission to the John Moore Museum and the Merchant’s House – plus refreshments).

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Fun On The River For Chernobyl Children With Severn Unit MVS Severn Unit Maritime Volunteer Service joined with Tewkesbury Sea Cadets to help give a party of children from the Chernobyl area a great day out on the River Avon at the end of July.

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Nic Price said “Every Summer the charity Chernobyl Children's Project brings children to Britain for a recuperative holiday away from the contaminated area and we were pleased to support our local Cheltenham and

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ROSS IS FLYING HIGH AFTER OVER 5ST WEIGHT LOSS! Local man, Ross Hebden had struggled with his weight since childhood and his unhealthy eating habits continued when he met his wife Amanda, as they settled into a routine of enjoying indulgent meals and cosy takeaways together.

Because of his size, Ross spent an uncomfortable flight to Turkey because he was too embarrassed to ask for a seatbelt extender, a cruel email at work knocked his confidence and finally for the Dad of three when he saw the family photo taken when they got their new car, he knew he had to do something about his weight.

Ross (before) In the past Ross had tried to lose the pounds by upping his exercise levels, but now realised he needed to follow a healthy eating plan, so in June 2017, he bit the bullet and joined his wife Amanda at the Newtown Slimming World group run by Kathy Stevens. Ross said “Joining a group made everything click for me, everyone was so welcoming and support-

ive, I discovered a whole new way of eating, and realised with a few tweaks I could still enjoy some of my old favourites.”

Ross, who was named Slimming World’s Mr Sleek 2019, now enjoys going to the gym, running, he has completed several half marathons and playing American Football.

Ross said “For me everything I have done has been for my family, to support my wife on her weight loss journey and be the best possible father to my kids, I was once too tired or out of breath to play with them, now I have the energy to keep up with them and I couldn’t be happier.” he also added “I recently understood how far I had come when I had to get on a plane again and I had plenty of room, I feel like a totally different per-

son, one that is full of confidence and ready to take on whatever life throws at me.”

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THREE COUNTIES SHOWGROUND EVENTS at Three Counties Showground, Malvern WR13 6NW 1st September - Toy Collectors Fair 6th-8th September - Busfest 15th September - Flea Fair 28th-29th September - Malvern Autumn Show

TUESDAYS 9am & 11am: Tewkesbury Boys Brigade, Canterbury Leys, Newtown, Tewkesbury GL20 8BP. Call Kathy on 01386 750246 5.45pm & 7.45pm: The Library, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX. Call Kathy on 01386 750246

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WHAT’S ON AT BARCHESTER ASHCHURCH VIEW Tai Chi, Gardening clubs, Arts and Crafts, and many more activities at Ashchurch View in Tewkesbury. ‘Our door is always open’ says Evelyn Quijana the Acting General Manager at Ashchurch View. ‘We have coffee mornings, poetry reading and magic table sessions all of which are open to the local community, we welcome you to come a join us!’

The residents and staff at Ashchurch View have a busy and fun packed few months ahead!

SUMMER FETE: 7th September 12-4pm, With summer well underway, come and join us for our annual Summer Fete with a variety of stalls, tombola, entertainment and a summer BBQ a great day out for the whole family to come and enjoy.

LAUNCH OF NEW MEMORY CAFÉ: Running monthly at Ashchurch View on the 2nd Tuesday of every month 1-3pm, everyone is welcome to join us for cake and a cuppa. A great opportunity to meet likeminded people, make new friends and share experiences. No need to pre book but please give us a call if you can make it.

ROALD DAHL DAYCELEBRATING CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY: Friday 13th September 1-3pm. Be Augustus Gloop or Mike Teavee for the afternoon and try and find the golden ticket to win a prize!

Join us at Ashchurch View for a fantastic afternoon for the whole family. With a chocolate fountain, chocolate cakes, chocolate inspired poems and

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MAGIC TABLE COMES TO ASHCHURCH VIEW: The Magic Table is an interactive light projector that was originally developed in The Netherlands. It’s a specialist piece of technology designed to support residents living with dementia, and is proven to help staff promote stimulation through specialised games. The colourful light projections respond to hand and arm movements, enabling residents to play with the light itself, increasing both movement and stimulation.

With benefits including improved engagement and increased interaction, we are lucky enough to have one

GIN TASTING EVENING IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE ROSES THEATRE: 27th September. Join experts from The Roses and try a delightful selection of craft gins and a range of mixers in this fun and relaxed evening. Discover how gin has evolved through the ages from “Mother’s Ruin” to its resurgence as the tipple of choice.

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TALKING OF TEWKESBURY by Amanda Orton I had a great time at the recent Classic Vehicle Festival at Tewkesbury School, organised by the local Rotary Club, writes Amanda Orton.

It led me to wondering what else the Rotary Club do and what it’s all about, so I met with Ron Hesketh and Andrew Turner, to find out more.

I’d always thought it was a group for retired businessmen, but that myth was soon dispelled.

They’re not all men and not all “seniors”! It started about 100 years ago as a group for businessmen, but until recently, the youngest Rotarian in Tewkesbury was a 24 year old woman.

As Andrew explained, Rotarians pride themselves on having a diverse membership: men and women, young and senior, from different walks of life, nationalities and faiths all serving together and with common values.

For anyone wanting to have fun meeting new people and also become actively involved in the local community, Rotary Club would seem the ideal way to do it.

The Classic Vehicle Festival in August is the biggest fund raising

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The Rotary Club light up local skies in November

event in the Tewkesbury Rotarians calendar, with a generous donation given to The Midlands Air Ambulance each year. The Festival has grown in size and popularity in the 10 years that Rotary Club has been organising it and there is certainly plenty for everyone to see and do on their visit.

Anyone who has enjoyed the Bonfire and Fireworks display in November on the Vineyards, has The Rotary Club to thank for a wonderful evening there too. This is truly a community event, open to absolutely everyone, with no admission charge.

The crowds that attend this event are tes-

tament to it’s continuing success and the stunning firework display is second to none.

Another big event in the Rotary year is the Charity Concert with the Gloucestershire Youth Orchestra which takes place in March each year.

There is also a National Music Competition with three musicians from the Tewkesbury area going forward to participate on a national level. Other competitions organised by the Rotarians are those for young writers and photographers.

Rotarians also help youngsters in many other ways – by funding books and other equipment for schools, both primary and secondary.

Organising mock interviews at schools, which are invaluable experience on the steps to employment.

Achievement awards are funded, including the Rotary Young Leaders Award, which takes place each summer at a centre in the Forest of Dean. Youngsters taking part in this are asked to come back and tell the group of their experience at the centre.

For older members of the local community, there is a Senior Citizens Party in February and regular race nights at both Marina Court and Tewkesbury Fields Nursing Home.

On an International level, Rotarian projects include:Aqua Boxes – to provide clean drinking water in disaster areas Shelter Boxes – providing larger items for world disasters Work Aid – collecting old tools which are sent to Rotary contacts in Africa Crocus Bulb planting to end Polio worldwide So, if you want to get out, make new friends and put something back into the community, maybe Rotary is the

place for you.

The Tewkesbury group meet each Monday evening at The Corse Lawn Hotel at 6.30pm.

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Rotary Chairman Ron Hesketh on either 01684 299 773 or 07745 758 899 for further information.

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Tewkesbury is free to explore!

Discover Tewkesbury during Heritage Open Days’ events Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Heritage Open Days with events taking place across the whole country between 13th -22nd September.

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.

Te w k e s b u r y ’ 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 10 minute walk away – meaning you are never far away from discovering Tewkesbury’s rich history or stumbling upon one of our hidden gems.

Discover Tewkesbury’s rich history with

guided tours of 3 of the town’s historic hotels – The Bell, Tudor House and Royal Hop Pole.

Explore the beautiful architecture, stone work and stained glass at Tewkesbury Abbey, Tewkesbury Methodist Church and St Nicholas Church in Ashchurch.

There will also be free tours of the three unique 15th century building covering Tewkesbury’s natural, social and religious history at the John Moore museum, The Merchants house and Old Baptist Chapel.

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 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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14TH - 21ST SEPTEMBER 2019

Exhibition of the Monks

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Forthcoming Events in September: 3 September: 101 children (Foster caring with Megan Farmer) (OPEN MEETING) 10 September: The bombing of Guernica (with Fiona Morison) 17 September: The SS Great Britain (with Ian Caskie) 24 September: A conversation with member Ken Whittaker Meetings are held at 10.15 a.m. in Bredon Village Hall. Every interested person will receive a very warm welcome. Please contact our Secretary, Bill Bush on 01684 298419 for further information or visit our website at:

The Knitted Monks of Tewkesbury Abbey will be returning to the Abbey from their winter retreat between 14th and 21st September.

The monks have been knitted as part of the 20.21 project which will celebrate the 900th anniversary of the consecration of the Abbey in 2021.

Knitters from as far away as New Zealand and Canada as well as many in the UK have knitted and sent their creations to the Abbey.

Just a small proportion of the 1,000 so far received will be on show in September, more of them will be displayed in January and February 2020. If you would like to knit a monk for the Abbey please email info@tewkesburyabbey. org.uk and ask for a pattern. Details of events in Tewkesbury Abbey can be found online at tewkesburyabbey.org.uk.

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Happy Mondays, Happy Friday, Saturday and Sunday too!

COME TO THE UNOFFICIAL LAKEFEST AFTER PARTY!

Bigger than ever and attracting an audience of 13,500, Lakefest 2019 thrived on the mixed weather bringing camaraderie and fun to festival goers.

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The Happy Mondays

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Other festivals in the UK were cancelled or prepared for disruption, and as a result, extra tickets were taken up at Lakefest by people who were not going to miss out on their great Summer festival tradition.

Headliners Kaiser Chiefs set the bar high on the friday night, followed by the Happy Mondays with James ending the event on an emotive high.

A spokesman for the event said, “It was awesome, clearly Lakefest is now a major festival in the country, the audience just got the vibe and

came together. We are going to run and run with this, and preparations for Lakefest 2020 are already underway.

To everyone who came this year, thank you, and we hope to see you again at Eastnor next Summer.�

James ( photo by Archie Koncher)

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Tewkesbury School Headmaster Gary Watson Commends Students On 2019 Exam Results Photographer Jack Boskett was present at both A level and GCSE announcements to capture the moment for many, and we are pleased to publish a gallery of some of the students on the day.

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young adults collect their examination results and this year proved to be no

exception. Students at Tewkesbury School should be justifiably proud of what they have achieved and, whilst celebrating their achievements, recognise the debt of gratitude owed to their dedicated teachers and their supportive and loving families. As their formal education draws to a close, many will go on to top universities to further their studies, whilst some will opt for the apprenticeship route, opt for employment or take some time to travel and consider what comes next. They now have so many new opportunities available and, regardless of their chosen pathway, they go with our congratulations and very best wishes for the future. Once again we and other Gloucestershire schools will be passing on a highly worthy group of young adults who are set to make a very positive contribution to society.”

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“Anxious students and their parents arrived early at Tewkesbury School on GCSE results morning to discover whether they had achieved their potential in the summer’s examinations.

Results improved once again at Tewkesbury School in

both academic and vocational qualifications with many students, parents and teachers simply thrilled with the outcomes of their collective endeavours.

We wish them all well for their futures whatever their chosen pathway.”

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Probus Club visits the BBC In August, Tewkesbury and Bredon Hill Probus Club organised one of our regular coach trips, this time to the BBC studios at the Mailbox in the centre of Birmingham. We were welcomed by our guides, Sue and Gary and as the tour progressed it was clear that not only were they extremely knowledgeable about the BBC in Birmingham, but they both really enjoyed their jobs.

The first location we visited was the studio which most of us see every day from where Midlands Today is broadcast. Curiously the studio seemed a lot smaller than it appears on television, apparently due to the use of wideangle lenses on the cameras. Sue and Gary explained everything in the studio about the cameras, the autocues and the lighting and some fascinating and little-known details, such as the fact that presenters wear their own clothes on screen and apply their own makeup. No special wardrobe

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Everything is done to split second timing especially when ending the regional programme and synchronising back to BBC national news.

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Finally Sue and Gary asked for volunteers to take part in a very short episode of the Archers complete with sound effects, appreciated with much hilarity by the rest of the members and their wives! The BBC have promised to send us a recording of the “show” which will probably be “broadcast” at our Probus Club Christmas party in December!

This was a fascinating visit behind the scenes of something we all take for granted every day but rarely appreciate the time and effort and technical skills that go into making the radio and TV programmes that we all enjoy.

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us through the extensive office area where we spotted some familiar faces busily preparing their later appearances on Midlands Today. Our next port of call was the radio studio where BBC radio 4’s “The Archers” is produced. The Archers is radio’s longest running regular programme, first transmitted in January 1951 and still going strong. We were particularly impressed and amused at the sound effects produced for the programme to give it its authenticity, such as different doorbells for the characters’ homes, a large wooden box on which a beer glass sound is produced to sound like the pub in Ambridge and different floor surfaces to suit different scenes in the pro-

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YOUNG IDEAS By Sofia Hasa, aged 9 This month Sofia and her cousin went to visit Tewkesbury’s newest pet shop, Critter Junction, based in Barton street.

Opened recently and co owned by Samantha Frid and Sandie Goode, the shop is open to visit seven days a week from 10am till 8pm and 10.30am to 4.30pm on Sundays and it stocks a range of really interesting pets, ranging from rabbits to snakes as well as pet food and accessories too.

Sofia says “It is really nice to see all the animals and any one who is looking for a new pet to look after, should pop in and have a chat with Sandie and Samantha to get good advice on the right pet for the right home.”

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POSITIVE THINKING with David Slater

Forgive and forget. Do you? Honestly?

How good are you at following the old mantra “forgive and forget,” I wonder, writes David Slater. If I was to mention a name to you, a name of which you were aware, what would come into your mind? ~ Yes, I remember B. Miserable old devil ! ~ or ~ Yes. I remember B. Always spoke and asked how things were going ! ~ Are you a person who more easily remembers the positive or the negative?

Just think about it before you give yourself an HONEST answer.

Two friends were walking together through a desert in Africa. They had known each other for years and usually enjoyed each other's company. On this

one particular day they had a blazing row and the one slapped the other across the face to try and shut him up.

The one who was slapped was hurt quite considerably but he didn't say anything. The slap had been so hard that it had swept him off his feet and he found himself lying in the sand. He forced himself into a sitting position and then wrote in the sand “TODAY MY BEST FRIEND SLAPPED ME IN THE FACE AND

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The other guy noticed this but didn't say anything. They just kept walking on but now with very few words passing between them.

Hours passed and they found themselves approaching a beautiful oasis. They were hot and dirty and both decided to take a refreshing bath in the cool pool.

The one who had been slapped was not the best of swimmers and he got himself stuck in what was almost like quicksand. He panicked and splashed about but all that did was make things more difficult. He was in real danger of drowning.

His friend heard the panicky cries and saw his friend was in real trouble so went over and pulled him out of the water so rescuing him from nearly drowning.

When the saved man got his breath back he picked up a stone and on a flat rock that was on the edge of the pool wrote “TODAY MY BEST FRIEND SAVED MY LIFE”.

The friend who had slapped his best friend asked the other “ After I hurt you, you wrote that

message in the sand.

Now, since I saved you from drowning, you write on stone. I don't get it! Why have you done that?”

“It's quite simple when you come to think of it,” said the one friend in reply. “When someone hurts us with words or actions, we should write it in sand because the winds of forgiveness and the waves of healing can wipe it away. Out of sight out of mind, you could say. Forgive and forget.

“But when someone does something that is good for us we want and need to remember it so it is then that we engrave the message in stone.

The wind can blow as much as it likes but it will not remove what has been written.

Just think of all those messages engraved into the walls of the temples of Ancient Egypt. We can still see them thousands of years later.

So the moral behind this story is ~ Write your hurts in the sand and forget them.

BUT Engrave your benefits in stone so that they can be better remembered.

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RAMBLING AROUND with Jack B. Walker

IN VICTORIAN FOOTSTEPS: HIGH ON THE MALVERN HILLS A leisure destination since Victorian times, the Malvern Hills are often overlooked by ramblers and dismissed as rather genteel, writes Jack B. Walker. As the highest point for miles around, the views from the tops are quite spectacular - and the proximity of the delightful town of Malvern itself makes this one of my favourite places to visit year round. Some of the ascents can be quite taxing too!

The route - which is suitable for all weather walking - starts in St Ann’s Road - a lane which strikes up into the hills from Bellevue Terrace in Great Malvern Town Centre. You can park your car in any of the nearby car parks.

Go up St Ann’s Road (next to the Unicorn Inn) - 1) and when this road turns left, keep straight ahead into Happy Valley (2). The ascent becomes steeper, and eventually turns back down

towards St Ann’s Well.

At this point (3) go straight ahead on to a track which climbs upwards through Green Valley. Eventually you will meet the laid-out ride called the Lady Howard De Walden Drive. Bear right on to this track (4).

The path encircles the last of the high hills of the Malvern chain North Hill. Its hard surface was laid out in Victorian times when visitors flocked to the

town to take the waters.

The long distance Worcestershire Way now goes along this route.

There are some fine views from here - looking north and, as the path strikes around the head of the hill, over the rolling Herefordshire countryside.

The Ridge Path

Distance: approx. 2.5 miles, steep ascent.

Car Parking: in Malvern town centre car parks.

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Malvern, beneath the Lady Howard De Walden Drive

Follow the path all the way around the hill, and at the fork (5) keep on the left path to eventually return to a point above Green Valley.

Instead of retracing your steps at this point, bear right and carry along the track until you reach cross tracks (6).

Take the left path to descend.

Keep on the main track until you re-join the Happy Valley Lane.

Bear right to reach St Ann’s Well (7).

A popular café with outside seating area, St Ann’s Well was built in 1813 and houses an elaborately carved marble drinking fountain.

Carry on down the lane which eventually meets St Ann’s Road.

Turn left (8) and return to the town centre.

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Come to our pharmacy at Priors Park and meet the new team, writes Peter Badham.

We have a new pharmacist manager Piyanuch, and a new technician Georgina.

They are both doing a really great job, and they want to make a difference.

This month’s highlights for getting out and about

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MARKET THEATRE, LEDBURY

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AIR-CONDITIONING

MALVERN THEATRES

Re-gassing

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